Today, following Katie Wilson’s projected election as Seattle’s next mayor and Mayor Bruce Harrell’s concession address, city councilmembers issued the following statements. Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1) “The voters have spoken, calling for change and a renewed focus on affordability, community, and fighting back against a resurgent Trump agenda. I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to Mayor Bruce...
November 13, 2025November 13, 2025In Councilmember Kettle, Councilmember Rivera, Councilmember Saka, Councilmember Strauss, Kettle, News, News Releases, Rivera, Saka, Strauss, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Seattle Councilmembers welcome Mayor-elect Katie Wilson, commend Mayor Harrell for years of service
Today, following Katie Wilson’s projected election as Seattle’s next mayor and Mayor Bruce Harrell’s concession address, city councilmembers issued the...
November 5, 2025November 5, 2025In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera’s statement on the overwhelming voter support for the FEPP Levy
Today Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) released the following statement after the passage of the Families, Education, Preschool and Promise...
November 4, 2025November 4, 2025In Budget, Councilmember Nelson, Nelson, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Council President Sara Nelson secures key investments in proposed budget balancing package
Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9) highlighted today a slate of her priority amendments that have been included in the...
Summary of Chair Dan Strauss’ 2026 Balancing Package
Seattle City Council Budget Chair Dan Strauss (District 6) released his Balancing Package on November 4, 2025 with a focus...
October 28, 2025October 28, 2025In Councilmember Hollingsworth, Councilmember Juarez, Councilmember Nelson, Hollingsworth, Juarez, Nelson, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Council acts to boost food access in Seattle Neighborhoods
Council President Nelson-sponsored bill bans anti-competitive covenants and declares public health emergency due to increased store closures Today the City...
October 28, 2025October 28, 2025In Councilmember Saka, News, News Releases, SakaBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Saka proposes budget amendments to strengthen transportation infrastructure and transit safety and security
Today, Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1), who also chairs the Council’s Transportation Committee, announced his slate of proposed amendments for...
October 22, 2025October 22, 2025In Budget, Councilmember Rinck, Hollingsworth, News, News Releases, RinckBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rinck and transit leaders announce ‘Better Bus Lanes’ campaign
Coalition-backed initiative seeks to advance safety improvements and reliable transit Earlier today, City Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck (Position 8) announced...
October 20, 2025October 20, 2025In Budget, Councilmember Nelson, Nelson, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Council President Nelson statement on city’s updated revenue forecast
Earlier today Seattle city officials were briefed on the updated economic and revenue forecast for October. In response to more...
October 14, 2025October 14, 2025In Councilmember Nelson, Nelson, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Council President Nelson celebrates passage of public safety tax initiative: ‘A progressive investment that will save lives’
Today City Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9) celebrated the 8-1 passage of CB 121083 which will enable dedicating up...
October 10, 2025October 10, 2025In Councilmember Hollingsworth, Hollingsworth, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Hollingsworth calls for action after violence on Capitol Hill
City Councilmember Joy Hollingsworth (District 3), whose district includes the Capitol Hill neighborhood, released this statement following a deadly shooting...
October 1, 2025October 1, 2025In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera condemns federal government shutdown and disruption of critical services for Seattle residents
City Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) today released this statement after the Trump administration and federal lawmakers failed to reach...
September 30, 2025September 30, 2025In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, Public SafetyBy City Council News Releases
Public Safety Chair Kettle on President Trump’s latest remarks on use of troops in our cities, including Seattle
Following Monday’s press conference with Mayor Bruce Harrell, State Attorney General Nick Brown, and other city officials, President Trump again...
September 23, 2025September 23, 2025In Councilmember Rinck, News, News Releases, RinckBy City Council News Releases
City Council approves ‘Roots to Roofs’ bonus pilot program
Legislation promotes creation of more community-led affordable housing across Seattle Today, the City Council voted unanimously to approve the ‘Roots...
September 23, 2025September 23, 2025In Councilmember Saka, News, News Releases, SakaBy City Council News Releases
City Council approves District Project Fund
Aimed at creating significant traffic safety improvements at the district level Today, the Seattle City Council voted to approve new...
September 23, 2025September 23, 2025In Councilmember Saka, News, News Releases, SakaBy City Council News Releases
Council approves new e-cargo bike program for deliveries
Incentivizes businesses to explore bike deliveries, boosting efficiencies and reducing carbon emissions Today, the City Council passed first-in-the-nation legislation (CB...