City Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9) released this statement on the resignation of Councilmember Tammy Morales (District 2), effective January 6, 2025:

“I want to thank Councilmember Morales for her dedicated service to the constituents of District 2. We worked together to pass a number of important pieces of legislation that benefit the people of Seattle, and I wish her and her family well on the next chapter,” said Council President Nelson. 

The Seattle City Council will now begin the process of filling the vacancy to serve the people of District 2 until voters elect a candidate in November of 2025. The City Charter gives the City Council 20 calendar days to fill a vacant Council position and this 20-day period begins January 7, 2025. More information about the vacancy-filling process will be available shortly. 

“We look forward to considering the great leaders from District 2 who are willing to put themselves forward during this critical period for Seattle as we turn to the Comprehensive Plan and continue our work to enhance public safety and increase accountability,” Council President Nelson added.