Today the Seattle City Clerk, on behalf of the City Council, posted the qualified applicant list of 22 candidates for the...
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July 2, 2025July 2, 2025In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Public Safety Chair Kettle’s statement on recent tax proposals
Today Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7), who chairs the Public Safety Committee, released the following statement on two recent tax...
July 2, 2025July 2, 2025In City Clerk, Councilmember Moore, Moore, News, News Releases, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Application window now open for District 5 council vacancy
Community groups encouraged to participate in public forum process Beginning today, July 2, interested candidates who reside in District 5,...
July 1, 2025July 1, 2025In Councilmember Nelson, Nelson, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Council President Nelson announces progressive public safety initiative dedicating anticipated increased sales tax revenue to addiction treatment services
Today Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9), joined by key Seattle-area providers, announced her resolution to dedicate up to 25%...
June 25, 2025July 11, 2025In Budget, Councilmember Rinck, News, News Releases, RinckBy City Council News Releases
Mayor Harrell and Councilmember Rinck announce proposal to reduce taxes for small businesses and raise new revenue to protect essential human services from Trump threats
‘Seattle Shield’ proposal: 90% of Seattle businesses paying B&O tax would no longer pay the tax or see tax reductions...
June 24, 2025June 24, 2025In Councilmember Moore, Moore, News, News Releases, Rent ControlBy City Council News Releases
Council passes Councilmember Moore’s legislation to help prevent renter displacement
Earlier today the City Council voted 7-0 (with one abstention) to approve amended legislation prohibiting algorithmic rent fixing, to protect...
June 24, 2025June 24, 2025In Councilmember Nelson, Nelson, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Council gives final go-ahead to install interactive kiosks in neighborhood business districts
From bus schedules to emergency alerts – will offer visitors, residents a variety of on-demand information Today, the City Council...
June 20, 2025July 1, 2025In Councilmember Moore, Councilmember Nelson, Moore, Nelson, News, News Releases, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
City Council announces application process and key dates for District 5 seat vacancy
Today City Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9) confirmed the formal process to fill the vacant Council seat after the resignation of...
June 18, 2025June 18, 2025In Councilmember Saka, News, News Releases, SakaBy City Council News Releases
Mayor Harrell and Councilmember Saka announce collaborative solution for Delridge Way Road Safety
Mayor Bruce Harrell and Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1) today announced a community-driven solution to address longstanding roadway safety concerns...
June 17, 2025June 17, 2025In Councilmember Nelson, Councilmember Rivera, Nelson, News, News Releases, Rivera, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Council approves Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy renewal package for November ballot
Levy expands investments in early education, continues K-12 academic and health supports, and universal access to a two-year college degree...
June 14, 2025June 14, 2025In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera statement on assassination of lawmaker in Minnesota
City Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) released this statement tonight after the tragedy in Minnesota: “I want to express my...
June 13, 2025June 13, 2025In Councilmember Hollingsworth, Councilmember Kettle, Councilmember Nelson, Hollingsworth, Kettle, Nelson, News, News Releases, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Seattle City Councilmembers urge peaceful demonstrations ahead of weekend gatherings
Today in anticipation of the large demonstrations scheduled for this weekend, Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9), Councilmember Joy Hollingsworth...
June 13, 2025June 14, 2025In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Rivera: Peaceful protests update
Hello Neighbors, As you may be aware, tomorrow the “No Kings” protests are expected to take place in Seattle and...
Councilmember Rivera’s statement on Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy
Today Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) released the following statement after the passage of the Families, Education, Preschool and Promise...
Councilmember Rinck calls for needed community-focused amendments to proposed Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy
‘These amendments will achieve educational equity and ensure that taxpayer dollars continue to serve the evolving public safety needs of...
June 10, 2025June 10, 2025In Councilmember Strauss, News, News Releases, StraussBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Strauss, advocates rally to save popular environmental education program for Seattle kids
Seattle City Councilmember Dan Strauss (District 6) joined advocates at Me-Kwa-Mooks Park today to advocate for fully funding the Seattle’s...
June 10, 2025June 10, 2025In Councilmember Moore, Moore, News, News Releases, Rent ControlBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Moore introduces legislation to help prevent renter displacement
City Councilmember Cathy Moore (District 5) is bringing forward Council Bill 121000, legislation that prohibits algorithmic rent fixing to combat...
June 5, 2025June 5, 2025In Councilmember Hollingsworth, Hollingsworth, NewsBy City Council News Releases
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...
June 4, 2025June 4, 2025In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
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...
June 3, 2025June 5, 2025In Councilmember Nelson, Nelson, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
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...
June 3, 2025June 3, 2025In Councilmember Hollingsworth, Councilmember Moore, Hollingsworth, Moore, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
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...
June 3, 2025June 3, 2025In Councilmember Solomon, News, News Releases, SolomonBy City Council News Releases
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...
June 2, 2025June 2, 2025In Councilmember Moore, Councilmember Nelson, Nelson, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
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...
June 2, 2025June 18, 2025In Councilmember Moore, Moore, News, News Releases, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Moore to step down
Today, Councilmember Cathy Moore (District 5) announced that she will be resigning her seat due to health and personal reasons....
May 30, 2025June 3, 2025In Councilmember Solomon, News, News Releases, SolomonBy City Council News Releases
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...
May 30, 2025June 2, 2025In Councilmember Moore, Moore, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
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...
May 21, 2025May 28, 2025In Comprehensive Plan, Councilmember Hollingsworth, Hollingsworth, News, News Releases, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
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...
Public Safety Chair Kettle statement on recent gun violence surge
Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7), chair of the Public Safety Committee, released the following statement in response to Saturday morning’s...
May 20, 2025May 20, 2025In Comprehensive Plan, Councilmember Moore, Moore, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Moore announces proposed amendment to interim ‘Middle Housing’ legislation
Councilmember Cathy Moore (District 5) released the following statement on Interim HB 1110 legislation, otherwise known as the ‘middle housing’ bill, currently...
May 13, 2025May 13, 2025In Councilmember Nelson, Councilmember Saka, Nelson, News, News Releases, SakaBy City Council News Releases
Transportation Chair Saka bill sets up expansion of Traffic Safety Cameras
Approved legislation reserves privacy protections while advancing Vision Zero safety goals City Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1), Chair of the...
May 8, 2025May 8, 2025In Councilmember Moore, Moore, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Moore: We need a more transparent and democratic Ethics Code
Proposal backed by Seattle Ethics and Elections head would mandate public disclosure, avoid foggy recusal process Councilmember Cathy Moore (District...
May 8, 2025May 8, 2025In Councilmember Nelson, Nelson, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Council President Nelson introduces proposal for rollout of interactive kiosks
Today, City Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9), Chair of the Governance, Accountability & Economic Development (GAED) Committee, will hear...
April 23, 2025April 23, 2025In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera welcomes Mayor’s ‘Every Child Ready’ proposal
Levy proposal expands childcare and preschool, increases K-12 School-Based Health Centers, and broadens access to the trades Councilmember Maritza Rivera...
April 16, 2025April 16, 2025In Budget, Councilmember Rinck, News, News Releases, RinckBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck addresses City’s $244 million budget shortfall, calls for serious look at new revenue solutions
This morning, the Seattle City Council’s Finance, Native Communities & Tribal Governments Committee received a joint presentation on the April...
April 15, 2025April 15, 2025In Councilmember Nelson, Nelson, News, News Releases, Public SafetyBy City Council News Releases
Council President Sara Nelson statement on passage of new after-hours lounge safety regulations
Today, Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9) released the following statement on the 6-0 vote to approve legislation establishing new...
April 15, 2025April 15, 2025In Councilmember Hollingsworth, Councilmember Kettle, Hollingsworth, Kettle, News, News Releases, Public SafetyBy City Council News Releases
City Council passes new safety regulations for after-hours lounges
New regulations developed in collaboration with operators seek to address persistent violence The City Council today voted 6-0 to approve...
April 3, 2025April 3, 2025In Councilmember Nelson, Nelson, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Council President Sara Nelson statement on Dept. of Health and Human Services cuts and Seattle regional office closure
Today, Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9) issued the following statement on Tuesday’s closure of the Region 10 office of...
April 1, 2025April 2, 2025In Councilmember Kettle, Councilmember Saka, Kettle, News, News Releases, Public Safety, SakaBy City Council News Releases
City Council approves resolution endorsing holistic approach to public safety
Today the City Council adopted a resolution, sponsored by Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1), strengthening Seattle’s commitment to a comprehensive...
March 28, 2025March 28, 2025In Councilmember Rinck, News, News Releases, RinckBy City Council News Releases
Seattle City Council to host second committee meeting on safeguarding city from federal policy changes
The second Federal Administration and Policy Changes committee meeting focuses on housing issues Seattle City Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck (Position...
March 25, 2025March 26, 2025In Councilmember Moore, Councilmember Nelson, Councilmember Rivera, Moore, Nelson, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Council President Sara Nelson celebrates passage of Shield Law and other state protections
Measure taken in direct response to federal actions, resident concerns Today, Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9) praised legislation passed...
March 25, 2025March 25, 2025In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, News, News Releases, Public SafetyBy City Council News Releases
City unveils new safety regulations proposal for late night lounges
Bill seeks to improve safety of patrons and surrounding neighborhood areas Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7), chair of the Public...
March 25, 2025March 25, 2025In Councilmember Saka, News, News Releases, Public Safety, SakaBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Saka introduces resolution focused on future of public safety in Seattle
Reiterates support for first responders, acknowledges failure of defund movement and embraces focus on underserved communities Today’s 9:30 a.m. meeting...
March 18, 2025March 19, 2025In Councilmember Nelson, Nelson, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Council approves Nelson’s workforce housing bill
Allows much-needed affordable housing and workspace in Stadium District Today the City Council passed Council President Sara Nelson’s (Position 9)...
March 18, 2025March 18, 2025In Councilmember Rinck, Councilmember Strauss, News, News Releases, Rinck, StraussBy City Council News Releases
Councilmembers call to reschedule Stadium District rezone vote after receiving 9 new amendments yesterday
Seattle City Councilmembers Dan Strauss (District 6) and Alexis Mercedes Rinck (Position 8) are requesting to reschedule the Stadium District...
The Port, Industrial Lands, Freight, and Housing – The Wrong Place at the Wrong Time
In 2016, during the Seattle City Council meeting which would decide on a street vacation allowing Chris Hansen to develop...
Workforce Housing in the Stadium District
Seattle’s in the midst of a housing affordability crisis and small manufacturing businesses are leaving town for lack of affordable...
March 7, 2025March 10, 2025In Comprehensive Plan, Councilmember Hollingsworth, Hollingsworth, News, News Releases, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Seattle City Council establishes additional meeting dates for Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan
City Councilmember Joy Hollingsworth (District 3), Chair of the Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan, has issued additional guidance to...
March 5, 2025March 11, 2025In Councilmember Nelson, Nelson, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Council President Nelson details efforts to protect Seattle from Trump’s attacks
Today, Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9) issued the following release ahead of the first meeting of the Select Committee...
February 27, 2025March 17, 2025In Councilmember Nelson, Nelson, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Council President counters Port opposition to Stadium District Housing Bill, urges passage
Committee to consider voting on proposal this afternoon Seattle City Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9), issued the following statement...
February 26, 2025February 26, 2025In Councilmember Rinck, News, News Releases, RinckBy City Council News Releases
Seattle City Council to host first committee meeting on safeguarding city from federal policy changes
The first Federal Administration and Policy Changes committee meeting focuses on individual civil rights and labor protections Seattle City Councilmember...
February 11, 2025February 11, 2025In Councilmember Kettle, Councilmember Nelson, Kettle, Nelson, News, News Releases, Public SafetyBy City Council News Releases
Council passes updated guidance for crowd management, sets the stage for end of federal consent decree
The City Council voted 6-3 today to approve final legislation on crowd management guidelines for the Seattle Police Department (SPD)....
February 6, 2025February 6, 2025In Councilmember Hollingsworth, Hollingsworth, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Chair Hollingsworth urges public to remain engaged on Comprehensive Plan process
Additional public hearings will be scheduled and continuous public engagement opportunities are available On Thursday Councilmember Joy Hollingsworth (District 3),...
January 31, 2025January 31, 2025In Councilmember Nelson, Nelson, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Council President Nelson forms committee to address federal instability, protect Seattle residents
Today Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9) announced that she will stand up a special committee on federal policy changes....
January 31, 2025January 31, 2025In Councilmember Rinck, News, News Releases, RinckBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rinck calls for new committee to safeguard Seattle from federal policy changes
The proposed committee is aimed at identifying responses to emerging changes in federal policy which could threaten vital City programs...
January 28, 2025January 29, 2025In Councilmember Moore, Moore, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Moore releases statement following Seattle Police Department arrest of Maserati drive-by shooting suspect
City Councilmember Cathy Moore (District 5) released this statement after news of the arrest of a suspect believed to have...
January 27, 2025January 27, 2025In Councilmember Solomon, News, News Releases, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Seattle City Council appoints Mark Solomon to fill District 2 vacancy
The Seattle City Council voted today to appoint Mark A. Solomon to fill the vacant position on the Council, representing...
January 17, 2025January 24, 2025In City Clerk, News, News Releases, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Seattle CityClub to host public forum with District 2 vacancy finalists
Public Forum is Tuesday, Jan. 21 at Columbia City Theater UPDATE: The forum is posted and available to watch on...
January 15, 2025January 15, 2025In Councilmember Nelson, Nelson, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Council President Nelson introduces legislation allowing workforce housing in Stadium District
Seattle City Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9) yesterday introduced legislation to allow workforce housing to be built near T-Mobile...
January 13, 2025January 13, 2025In City Clerk, News, News Releases, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
City Council releases information on qualified applicants for District 2 vacancy
Earlier today the Seattle City Clerk, on behalf of the City Council, posted the qualified applicant list of 20 candidates pursuant...
January 10, 2025January 10, 2025In Councilmember Moore, Moore, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Moore proposes reforms to limit blast ball use and enhance oversight of crowd control tactics
Councilmember Cathy Moore (District 5) today introduced a set of proposed amendments to restrict the use of blast balls by...
January 6, 2025January 6, 2025In Councilmember Kettle, Councilmember Nelson, Kettle, Nelson, News, News Releases, Public SafetyBy City Council News Releases
Council President Nelson urges continued focus on public safety in 2025 after record number of bills passed in 2024
Noting the high number of public safety-related bills adopted by the Seattle City Council in 2024, today Council President Sara...
January 6, 2025January 6, 2025In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera calls on OPCD to provide more details, transparency as part of draft Comprehensive Plan
Select Committee meetings on the draft Comp Plan begin today Seattle City Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) is requesting more...
Application window now open for District 2 council vacancy
Community groups encouraged to participate in public forum process Beginning today, Jan. 2, interested candidates who reside in District 2,...
December 20, 2024December 20, 2024In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, News, News Releases, Public SafetyBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Kettle welcomes new Police Chief Shon Barnes
Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7), chair of the Public Safety Committee, released the following statement on today’s announced appointment of...
December 20, 2024December 20, 2024In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, Public Safety, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera’s statement on appointment of Shon Barnes as Police Chief
Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) today released the following statement on Mayor Bruce Harrell’s appointment of Shon Barnes as Seattle’s...
December 18, 2024December 18, 2024In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, Public Safety, RiveraBy Brad Harwood
Councilmember Maritza Rivera’s statement on fatal stabbing of a King County Metro bus driver in Seattle
Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) released a statement on the stabbing that occurred in the University District: “Today’s fatal stabbing...
December 17, 2024December 17, 2024In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, News, News Releases, Public SafetyBy City Council News Releases
Seattle Councilmember and Public Safety Chair Bob Kettle’s statement on termination of former police chief
Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7), chair of the Public Safety Committee, released the following statement regarding today’s announcement of former...
December 16, 2024December 16, 2024In Councilmember Hollingsworth, Hollingsworth, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Hollingsworth to lead Select Committee on Comprehensive Plan for 2025
Today, Councilmember Joy Hollingsworth (District 3) agreed to lead the Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan following the announced departure...
December 5, 2024December 22, 2024In Councilmember Morales, Councilmember Rinck, News, News Releases, RinckBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rinck’s statement on Councilmember Morales’ departure from council
I am deeply saddened by the news that my friend and colleague Councilmember Tammy Morales will be leaving the council....
Councilmember Kettle wishes Councilmember Morales ‘fair winds and following seas’ in her next chapter
I want to thank Councilmember Morales for her service to District 2 and the whole of Seattle. I recognize we...
December 4, 2024December 9, 2024In Councilmember Morales, Councilmember Nelson, Morales, Nelson, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Council President Sara Nelson’s statement on Councilmember Tammy Morales’ resignation effective January 6, 2025
City Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9) released this statement on the resignation of Councilmember Tammy Morales (District 2), effective...
December 4, 2024December 5, 2024In Councilmember Morales, Morales, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Morales announces resignation from the Seattle City Council
Councilmember Tammy J. Morales (District 2) released the following letter to her constituents and the people of Seattle: To the...
November 21, 2024November 21, 2024In Budget, Councilmember Moore, Moore, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Moore Announces District 5 budget wins for public safety, housing and human services
Councilmember Cathy Moore (District 5) released the following statement after the City Council adopted the 2025-26 City of Seattle budget,...
November 21, 2024November 21, 2024In Budget, Councilmember Nelson, Nelson, News, News Releases, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Council adopts strong public safety budget with historic housing investments and additional accountability measures
Adopted 2025-2026 City Budget marks a major shift in tone Today the Seattle City Council voted 8-1 to adopt the...
November 21, 2024November 21, 2024In Budget, Councilmember Hollingsworth, Hollingsworth, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Hollingsworth secures over $15 million for public safety, the arts, and economic opportunity in 2025-26 budget
Today, Councilmember Joy Hollingsworth (District 3) secured over $15 million in funding for investments in arts, culture, economic opportunity, legacy...
November 21, 2024November 21, 2024In Budget, Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera sees alignment in budget package
Commends focus on public safety and accountability Today Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) celebrated the passing of the 2025-2026 budget...
November 21, 2024November 21, 2024In Budget, Councilmember Woo, News, News Releases, WooBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Woo Celebrates Major Wins in Newly Approved 2025-26 Budget
Supporting youth, public safety, workforce development, and more Today, City Councilmember Tanya Woo (Position 8) celebrated the success of each...
November 21, 2024November 21, 2024In Budget, Councilmember Strauss, News, News Releases, StraussBy City Council News Releases
Council passes budget, closing $250-plus million deficit, making record investment in affordable housing, protecting services
Councilmember Dan Strauss (District 6), Chair of the Select Budget Committee, announced the passage of the City of Seattle’s 2025-2026...
November 19, 2024November 19, 2024In Budget, Councilmember Strauss, News, News Releases, StraussBy City Council News Releases
Seattle City Council Select Budget Committee approves 2025-2026 budget proposal, sends it to final Council vote
Today, the City Council’s Select Budget Committee, chaired by Councilmember Dan Strauss (District 6), approved the City’s 2025-2026 budget package,...
November 18, 2024November 18, 2024In Budget, Councilmember Strauss, News, News Releases, StraussBy City Council News Releases
Seattle Select Budget Committee vote on 2025-26 budget legislation tomorrow, added public comment available
Final vote by full council expected Thursday The Seattle City Council’s Select Budget Committee, chaired by Councilmember Dan Strauss (District...
November 15, 2024November 15, 2024In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera condemns targeted vandalism of UW president’s house
Demands those responsible be held accountable Today Seattle City Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) released the following statement in response...
November 13, 2024November 15, 2024In Budget, Councilmember Nelson, Councilmember Strauss, Nelson, News Releases, StraussBy City Council News Releases
Council announces details on plans to save Seattle Channel programming, create plan for continued success
Seattle City Council PresidentSara Nelson and CouncilmemberDan Strauss (District 6, Chair of the Select Budget Committee) announced a two-pronged approach...
November 13, 2024November 13, 2024In Budget, Councilmember Rivera, Councilmember Saka, News, News Releases, Rivera, SakaBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Saka proposes budget amendment to track success of City’s pothole repair program
Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1) introduced an amendment in the 2025-26 Budget process to ensure that the Seattle Department of...
November 13, 2024November 13, 2024In Budget, Councilmember Saka, News Releases, Public Safety, SakaBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Saka proposes budget item to advance police hiring and retention efforts
Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1) will introduce an amendment in the upcoming 2025-26 Budget process to ensure the Seattle Police...
November 12, 2024November 12, 2024In Budget, Councilmember Strauss, NewsBy City Council News Releases
Seattle City Council budget amendment tracker
Seattle City Councilmember Dan Strauss has released this budget amendment tracker to help members of the community follow along with...
November 12, 2024November 12, 2024In Budget, Councilmember Strauss, NewsBy City Council News Releases
Explore Seattle City Council Budget Chair Dan Strauss’ budget proposal
Seattle City Councilmember Dan Strauss (District 6), Chair of the Select Budget Committee, is releasing this database to better help...
November 11, 2024November 11, 2024In Budget, Councilmember Saka, News, News Releases, Public Safety, SakaBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rob Saka proposes amendments exploring new transportation options in South Lake Union and additional transit security
Today Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1) announced that he’s introducing transit-focused amendments to the 2025-26 Budget package for consideration heading...
November 4, 2024November 4, 2024In Budget, Councilmember Woo, News Releases, WooBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Woo celebrates 2025-26 Budget bids, brings new amendments forward
Supporting youth, public safety, workforce development, refugee women and more Today, City Councilmember Tanya Woo (Position 8) announced new Budget...
October 30, 2024October 30, 2024In Budget, Councilmember Moore, Moore, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Cathy Moore’s major budget priorities included in balancing package
Today Seattle Councilmember Cathy Moore (District 5) praised the recently released budget chair balancing package and highlighted several district priorities...
October 30, 2024October 30, 2024In Budget, Councilmember Saka, News, News Releases, SakaBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rob Saka announces public safety investments and help for working families in 2025-26 Budget
Includes automated speed enforcement cameras and reconfiguring West Seattle’s Duwamish Head to address public safety hazard Today, Councilmember Rob Saka...
October 30, 2024October 30, 2024In Budget, Councilmember Moore, Councilmember Saka, Councilmember Strauss, Moore, News, News Releases, Saka, StraussBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rob Saka Funds Women in Policing Initiative
Includes one professional staff to coordinate the ‘30×30’ Initiative Today, as part of the Council’s balancing package, Councilmember Rob Saka...
October 30, 2024October 30, 2024In Budget, Councilmember Strauss, News, News Releases, Strauss, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Strauss unveils budget aimed at strengthening public safety, building housing, and addressing affordability
Seattle City Councilmember Dan Strauss (District 6), Chair of the Select Budget Committee, will officially release his Chair’s Balancing Package...
October 29, 2024October 30, 2024In Budget, Councilmember Strauss, News, News Releases, StraussBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Strauss announces legislation to restore Seattle Channel funding
Seattle City Councilmember Dan Strauss (District 6), Chair of the Select Budget Committee, announced a proposal this morning to restore...
October 28, 2024October 28, 2024In Councilmember Woo, News, News Releases, WooBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Tanya Woo details legislation to address after-hours gun violence
Includes establishing a new regulatory license for operating after-hours between 2:00am-5:00am Today, City Councilmember Tanya Woo (Position 8, Citywide) shared...
October 24, 2024October 24, 2024In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Maritza Rivera announces budget priorities
Focus on 911 non-emergency response times, a North End safety hub for at-risk youth and support for a sobering center...
October 11, 2024October 11, 2024In Councilmember Moore, Moore, Nelson, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
City of Seattle and King County Approve New Agreement to Streamline Governance Structure of the King County Regional Homelessness Authority
New structure creates one decision-making board to enhance coordination, oversight, and accountability Original post can be found here. Following votes...
October 8, 2024October 11, 2024In Councilmember Kettle, Councilmember Nelson, Kettle, Nelson, News, News Releases, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
City council approves police recruitment bonuses and technology for crime prevention tools
Bills part of the council’s coordinated focus on improving public safety Today the Seattle City Council overwhelmingly approved legislation, sponsored...
Council President Nelson exploring ways to save Seattle Channel programming
Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9) today announced that she’s working to preserve funding for the city’s Seattle Channel in...
September 24, 2024September 24, 2024In Budget, Councilmember Woo, News Releases, WooBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Tanya Woo’s Statement on Proposed Biennial Budget
Calls for keeping Admissions Tax granting authority in ARTS; greater resources for neighborhood groups, homeless LGBTQ youth, and refugee women...
September 24, 2024September 24, 2024In Budget, Councilmember Strauss, News Releases, Strauss, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Budget Chair Strauss releases statement on Mayor Harrell’s 2025-2026 budget proposal
Seattle City Councilmember Dan Strauss(District 6), Chair of the Select Budget Committee, issued the following statement after Mayor Bruce Harrell...
September 17, 2024September 17, 2024In Councilmember Morales, Morales, News Releases, Public SafetyBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Morales’ Statement on the passage of SODA/SOAP legislation
Councilmember Tammy J. Morales (District 2) made the following remarks regarding the passage of CB 120835 (SODA) and CB 120836...
September 17, 2024September 19, 2024In Councilmember Moore, Moore, Nelson, News Releases, Public Safety, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Seattle City Council passes legislation combatting commercial sexual exploitation
Today the Seattle City Council passed by an 8-1 vote Councilmember Cathy Moore’s (District 5) bill to fight commercial sexual...
September 17, 2024September 17, 2024In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, Nelson, News Releases, Public Safety, Saka, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Law targeting drug-related criminal activity passes City Council
Legislation marks another major accomplishment for council’s public safety work Today the Seattle City Council adopted the creation of Stay...
September 16, 2024September 16, 2024In Councilmember Rivera, Kettle, Moore, News, News Releases, Rivera, Social Housing, WooBy City Council News Releases
Councilmembers introduce alternative to I-137 ahead of ballot deadline
Alternative seeks to better align with city housing efforts and build in accountability measures Seattle City Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District...
February 10, 2024February 20, 2024In Councilmember Morales, Councilmember Woo, News, Top StoryBy Jesse Franz
Seattle City Council recognizes February 10 as Lunar New Year
Members of the Seattle City Council signed on to a proclamation recognizing February 10, 2024 as Lunar New Year, Year...
February 7, 2024February 10, 2024In Councilmember Hollingsworth, Councilmember Saka, News, Top StoryBy Jesse Franz
Seattle City Council proclamation celebrates Black History Month, city’s historic Black leaders
Seattle City Councilmembers Rob Saka (District 1) and Joy Hollingsworth (District 3) brought forward a proclamation Tuesday recognizing this February...
Seattle City Council to inaugurate seven members, choose new Council President
Inauguration Day at Seattle City Hall will be this Tuesday, January 2 at 2:00 PM during the Seattle Council’s first...
Seattle City Council passes resolution advancing Memorial Stadium redevelopment plans
The Seattle City Council approved a resolution today to advance plans to redevelop Memorial Stadium. The legislation, sponsored by Council...
Seattle City Council launches Seattle Budget Dashboard, new tool to track budget changes
Ahead of this year’s budget deliberations, the Seattle City Council is releasing a new tool, the Seattle Budget Dashboard, to...
Seattle City Council passes legislation to boost public EV charging stations
The Seattle City Council passed legislation today that will help increase the number of electric vehicle charging stations in Seattle....
Seattle proclaims August 14, 2023 Ballard FC Day
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell and Councilmember Dan Strauss signed a proclamation today declaring August 14, 2023 to be Ballard FC...
Seattle City Council approves funding for Cinerama re-opening, community programming
The Seattle City Council voted to approve a grant to help SIFF re-open the historic Cinerama theater and provide public...
Seattle City Council approves 2026 FIFA World Cup plan
For the first time in its history, Seattle will host the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup. In preparation, the Seattle...
Seattle City Council votes down rent control ‘trigger law’
The Seattle City Council voted against legislation, sponsored by Councilmember Kshama Sawant, that would have established a rent control policy...
Seattle City Council to hold public hearing on Seattle Police Management Association contract
The Seattle City Council will be holding a public hearing to gather community input on the upcoming Seattle Police Management...
Abortion bans are forcing more patients to Seattle. How funding from the Seattle City Council is supporting them
It’s been just over a year since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, ruling people did not have a...
Seattle rent control legislation heads to full Council vote after being rejected in committee
A Seattle City Council committee voted against new legislation Friday to establish a rent control policy for the city. The...
Seattle Social Housing Developer Board to hold second ever meeting
The Seattle Social Housing Developer The new Seattle Social Housing Developer Board, which will oversee the work to bringing affordable social...
Seattle City Council passes resolution supporting wage equity for nonprofit human services workers
Note: This article is an adaption of a Seattle City Council Central Staff Memo. The full memo is available on...
Seattle City Council sends affordable housing levy to voters
The Seattle City Council unanimously approved an ordinance today putting the 2023 Housing Levy renewal on the ballot this November....
An inside look at SIFF’s plans to save Seattle’s beloved Cinerama theater
Seattle City Councilmember Andrew J. Lewis got a special inside look at the Cinerama for the first time since the...
What’s the MID? Seattle City Council approves major community-led investments in downtown
The Seattle City Council unanimously approved legislation on May 2 renewing and expanding the Metropolitan Improvement District (MID). The legislation...
Seattle City Council approves initial plan for Memorial Stadium redevelopment
The Seattle City Council passed a resolution today establishing the city’s support for a plan to demolish and rebuild Memorial Stadium...
Seattle Social Housing Developer Board to hold its first meeting ever
The new Seattle Social Housing Developer Board, which will oversee the work to bringing affordable social housing to Seattle, will...
Seattle City Council passes legislation to protect firefighters
The Seattle City Council unanimously passed legislation (6-0) today to protect firefighters and EMTs when they are responding to emergencies....
May 2, 2023May 2, 2023In All Policy is Local, Councilmember Lewis, News, PodcastBy City Council Staff
Kirkland’s approach to mental health response – Interview with Councilmember Neal Black
Proposition One – The Crisis Care Centers Levy is on its way to being approved by voters in King County....
Meet the 13 people appointed to bring social housing to Seattle
The 13-member Seattle Social Housing Developer Board that has officially been appointed. The members made their first public statements since...
First members of Seattle Social Housing Developer Board appointed by Council
The Seattle City Council voted today to confirm the Seattle Social Housing Developer Board’s first two members. The new board...
Seattle City Council Confirms First Members of Seattle Film Commission
Lights, camera, action! The Seattle City Council confirmed the appointment of the first members of the Seattle Film Commission on...