Councilmember Tammy J. Morales (District 2) made the following remarks regarding the passage of CB 120835 (SODA) and CB 120836 (SOAP) at the meeting of the City Council this afternoon: “The City of Seattle had both SODA and SOAP zones for over 20 years and research has proven these orders did not reduce drug use or human trafficking. “We need...
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Call on Seattle City Council to reject 50 percent cut to student mental health funding
Seattle City Councilmember Tammy J. Morales’ (District 2) will, again, bring forward legislation tomorrow that would stop the Seattle City Council from cutting $10 million in funding for student mental health. “We must keep our promises to Seattle’s kids. To my fellow councilmembers who called for change after the shootings at Ingraham High, Garfield High, and schools across our nation –...
Seattle Councilmember Morales urges Council to follow the will of voters, send Initiative 137 to November Ballot
Seattle City Councilmember Tammy J. Morales (District 2) is urging Council to fulfill its duty and take a final vote tomorrow to send Initiative 137 to the ballot this November. Initiative 137 would fund the development of affordable, social housing through a modest tax on employers with workers who make more than $1 million per year. That money would fund...
Build the City: An event for Seattle’s youth to make their voice heard on the Comprehensive Plan
Make your voice heard and win prizes doing it! Seattle City Councilmember Tammy J. Morales, together with community partners, is hosting an event called Build the City to ensure Seattle’s young people have a chance to make their voice heard on the city’s upcoming Comprehensive Plan update. When: August 10, 2024 from 1 – 4 PM Where: King Street Station,...
Seattle Councilmember Morales statement on firing of Seattle police officer for vile remarks
Seattle City Councilmember Tammy J. Morales (District 2) released the following statement after the Seattle Police Department fired Officer Daniel Auderer for making vile remarks about Jaahnavi Kandula shortly after she was killed by SPD: “Chief Rahr made the right decision. At the same time, it’s crucial we acknowledge that our work is far from done. In September 2023, when...
Seattle Councilmember Morales proposes bolder transportation levy focused on improving safety crisis
In partnership with community groups, labor organizations, and disability rights advocates, Seattle City Councilmember Tammy J. Morales (District 2) announced a new proposal today that would create a bolder transportation levy focused on improving traffic safety. “I have heard loud and clear from constituents in every single council district during our public hearings that voters want a bolder transportation levy...
Council Passes Legislation to Demolish Dangerous, Vacant Buildings
The emergency legislation will take effect immediately after being signed by the Mayor SEATTLE – The Seattle City Council unanimously passed legislation today that would allow the Seattle Fire Department (SFD) to swiftly order the demolition or remediation of unsafe vacant buildings that pose risks to public safety. The bill was sponsored by Councilmembers Bob Kettle (District 7, Downtown to...
Morales: Council quietly rushes vote today on legislation that would block equitable development funding
With nearly no time for public input, the Seattle City Council is rushing toward a vote today on legislation that would block $25.3 million in funding already allocated for the City’s Equitable Development Initiative (EDI). The legislation is sponsored by Councilmember Martiza Rivera and was not made public until Friday afternoon. “This amendment would preemptively undermine commitments that Seattle has...
Seattle City Council passes Morales amendment requiring SPD to report on issues affecting women on the force
The Seattle City Council passed legislation today that included an amendment from Tammy J. Morales (District 2) requiring specific, detailed reporting on what the Seattle Police Department (SPD) is doing to hire more women and address gender discrimination issues. “It’s time for the behavior described by women at SPD to end — full stop. I have repeatedly called on SPD...
Seattle Councilmember Morales calls for delay on police contract vote until community’s voice is heard
Seattle City Councilmember Tammy J. Morales is calling for tomorrow’s vote on the Seattle Police Officer’s Guild (SPOG) contract to be postponed until the community has a chance to make their concerns heard. The Council is scheduled to vote on the tentative agreement tomorrow despite the fact that there has not been a single public hearing. “This contract with SPOG...
Seattle Councilmember Morales on the defeat of affordable housing legislation: ‘Our actions speak louder than our words.’
The Seattle City Council voted against Councilmember Tammy J. Morales’ (District 2, Yesler Terrace to Rainier Beach) Connected Communities legislation to make it easier to create more affordable housing. The vote was seven against and two in favor. Councilmember Morales issued the following statement after the vote: “Seattle is in a housing crisis, and as policymakers, our actions speak louder...
Connected Communities legislation goes to a vote promising less red tape for community-led development projects
Legislation creating a pilot program to help nonprofit and other community organizations develop affordable housing and commercial space will go to a vote tomorrow in the Land Use Committee. The legislation known as Connected Communities is sponsored by Councilmember Tammy J. Morales (District 2). “This is a win-win. The fact is many community-based organizations are seeking opportunities to help build...