Author: City Council News Releases (City Council News Releases)

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Seattle City Council proclamation celebrates Pride Month

Seattle City Councilmember Joy Hollingsworth (District 3) presented a proclamation recognizing June as 2SLGBTQIA+ Pride Month at the Pride Flag Raising on May 31 at City Hall. This year marks the City of Seattle’s 13th annual pride flag raising in honor of Seattle’s LGBTQ+ community. Councilmember Hollingsworth brought forward the Proclamation May 20. Mayor Bruce Harrell...

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Councilmember Rivera’s amendment supporting public outreach for Sound Transit expansion moves forward

To ensure public outreach around the various stages of the voter-approved “ST3” projects, Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) brought an amendment to the Light Rail Essential Public Facility Permitting process at the June 4 meeting of the Land Use Committee, which passed 3-0 (with two abstentions).  The amendment directs the agency to submit a community...

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Council OKs first step in siting interactive kiosks

Today the City Council approved 7-2 an amended resolution that paves the way for permitting the siting of digital kiosks in neighborhood business districts around the city, in partnership with the Downtown Seattle Association (DSA). Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9) has been the prime sponsor of the kiosk rollout which will provide an interactive...

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Councilmember Joy Hollingsworth statement on Councilmember Moore departure

‘Brought clarity, sharp legal wisdom, and a passion to the second floor’ Following yesterday’s announcement that Councilmember Cathy Moore (District 5) plans to step down in July, Councilmember Joy Hollingsworth (District 3) released this statement: “I want to thank Councilmember Cathy Moore for her service to Seattle and her deep commitment to the people of...

graphic that says "ANTI-DISPLACEMENT RESOURCE FAIR" at the top with a row of houses in the middle. The bottom text says "June 14, 2025 • 11 AM - 2 PM
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Councilmember Solomon to Host Anti-Displacement Fair June 14

Councilmember Mark Solomon (District 2) and the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods are hosting an event to spotlight resources and programs that will keep communities rooted and prevent displacement. Over a dozen city departments and non-profits will be there to educate and answer questions. Light refreshments will be provided.  Event Information   Date: Saturday, June 14Time: 11...

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Council President Sara Nelson’s statement on resignation of Councilmember Cathy Moore

City Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9) released this statement following Councilmember Cathy Moore’s (District 5) announcement today that she will step away from her seat, effective July 7.   “Councilmember Moore’s decision to leave the City Council is disappointing news, but I respect and support her choice,” said Council President Nelson. “I want to...

Wing Luke Museum interim Executive Director Kamahanahokulani Farrar Law receiving the "Wing Luke Year in Seattle" proclamation
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Councilmember Solomon to introduce “Wing Luke Year in Seattle” proclamation

At the June 3 City Council meeting, Councilmember Mark Solomon (District 2) will present a proclamation declaring 2025 to be “Wing Luke Year in Seattle.” The proclamation honors the 100th birthday of Wing Luke, who became the first Chinese American elected to the Seattle City Council in 1962. The proclamation also celebrates May as Asian...

a sign outside City Hall on a gray brick wall that reads "SEATTLE CITY HALL"
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Councilmember Moore withdraws Ethics Code update bill from consideration

Proposal will not appear on Council’s June 3 agenda Councilmember Cathy Moore (District 5) today announced that she is withdrawing a proposal to update the City’s Code of Ethics. The legislation was based on the recommendation of Seattle Ethics and Elections Executive Director Wayne Barnett who’d voiced concerns about the impact on the local democratic...

Plan cover with artwork featuring the Seattle Skyline. The graphic text reads "Mayor Harrell's One Seattle Plan Comprehensive Plan Update"
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Interim ‘Middle Housing’ bill approved by Select Committee on Comprehensive Plan

Puts Seattle on track to meet June 30 state deadline, consideration of permanent regulations to begin next month Today the Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan, chaired by Councilmember Joy Hollingsworth (District 3), voted unanimously to approve amended interim HB 1110 legislation, also known as the ‘middle housing’ bill, which requires cities to allow a...