“I have been working with Amazon representatives to ensure that Seattle receives a strong public benefits package and I thank Amazon for spending many months gathering feedback from the community,” said Seattle City Councilmember Tom Rasmussen. “Amazon’s proposal would bring substantial benefits to the neighborhood and the city as a whole.”
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September 20, 2012January 6, 2023Councilmember Rasmussen
The Ride Free Area (RFA) in downtown Seattle is scheduled to end on Sept. 29, 2012
Passengers will enter through the front door and be encouraged to exit through the rear doors whenever possible to streamline boarding. Using an ORCA card is generally faster and more convenient than paying with cash
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September 12, 2012January 6, 2023Councilmember Rasmussen
How the Plastic Bag Ban is Affecting Seattle, One Month Later
It may be that more people are beginning to realize that our use of plastic and the effect on our waste system is not acceptable. Seattle is not alone - Bainbridge Island, Bellingham, Edmonds, Mukilteo and, most recently, Issaquah have passed similar bans in the last year or so.
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August 23, 2012January 6, 2023Councilmember Rasmussen
SDOT Promotes New Parking Options
SDOT will be rolling out these programs, neighborhood by neighborhood, in the next few months. Look for the new signs to show where the new programs are available.
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August 16, 2012January 6, 2023Councilmember Bagshaw, Councilmember Burgess, Councilmember Godden, Councilmember Harrell, Councilmember Licata, Councilmember O'Brien, Councilmember Rasmussen, News Releases
Yesler Terrace redevelopment legislation passes out of Seattle City Council Special Committee
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The Seattle City Council’s Yesler Terrace Special Committee voted unanimously today to approve legislation allowing the Seattle Housing Authority (SHA) to redevelop the 22-acre Yesler Terrace public housing neighborhood.
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August 15, 2012January 6, 2023Councilmember Rasmussen
Summer Safety: Tips from the National Weather Service
Stay cool:
Spend more time in air conditioned places. If you don't have air conditioning, consider visiting a mall, movie theater or other cool public places.
Cover windows that receive morning or afternoon sun.
Dress in lightweight clothing.
Check up on your elderly neighbors and relatives and encourage them to take these precautions, too.
Drink liquids:
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August 6, 2012January 6, 2023Councilmember Bagshaw, Councilmember Godden, Councilmember Rasmussen, News Releases
Seattle City Council special committee supports initial Central Waterfront concept design and strategic plan
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This afternoon the Seattle City Council unanimously approved Resolution 31399 supporting the overall direction of a Central Waterfront concept design and strategic plan. This resolution also addresses a funding plan for public, private, and philanthropic sources for the Waterfront Improvement Program and states the City’s intent to form a local improvement district to help pay for the waterfront improvements. The resolution calls for partnerships with the Pike Place Market and Seattle Aquarium and supports formation of a Friends of the Seattle Waterfront non-profit organization.
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July 31, 2012January 6, 2023Councilmember Rasmussen
On July 30th the SR 520 pontoons started their journey
On July 30th the SR 520 pontoons started their journey. The first left the basin at 7:30 p.m. and the last at 11:30 p.m. ...
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July 30, 2012January 6, 2023Councilmember Bagshaw, Councilmember Burgess, Councilmember Godden, Councilmember Licata, Councilmember O'Brien, Councilmember Rasmussen, News Releases
Seattle City Council in discussions with investor Chris Hansen to modify proposed arena agreement
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A majority of Seattle City Councilmembers signed a letter today to investor Chris Hansen, continuing discussions regarding modifications to the proposed agreement for a sports and entertainment arena in SoDo. The letter outlines areas of concern in the current proposal and states the City Council's desire to address these concerns before moving forward with a final agreement.
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July 20, 2012January 6, 2023Councilmember Rasmussen
Update on the 3rd Avenue Initiative
Do you want to know more about the 3rd Avenue Initiative?
Real Change Assistant Editor, Rosette Royal gives you an update on the progress so far.
Link here for the full story.