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...
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...
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...
‘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...
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...
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...
Today, Councilmember Cathy Moore (District 5) announced that she will be resigning her seat due to health and personal reasons. Her last day on the job will be July 7. “My decision to leave the City Council is one I’ve been considering seriously over the past several months due to some recent health challenges. Ultimately,...
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...
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...
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...