Proposed renewal package prioritizes transit safety, reliability, and accessibility Today, the City Council unanimously passed the 2026 Seattle Transit Measure (STM) to fund public transit and related transportation programs over the next 10 years. The amended legislation passed out of the Select Committee on the Seattle Transportation Benefit District, chaired by Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1), on July 16. The STM will now be sent to...
Councilmember Kettle calls for realignment of city budget
Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7) shared the following observations, following a letter he sent to Mayor Katie B. Wilson on Monday, July 20. As the City Council gears up for the upcoming fall...
Seattle City Councilmember Dan Strauss’ amendments for better bus service approved
My two amendments to secure better bus service for our neighborhoods passed in the Seattle Transportation Benefit District Committee! They...
July 15, 2026July 15, 2026In Councilmember Saka, News, News Releases, Saka, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Chair Saka unveils amendment package for Seattle Transit Measure renewal
Balances priorities related to transit accessibility, equity, safety, and oversight Today, Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1), Chair of the Select...
July 14, 2026July 14, 2026In Councilmember Hollingsworth, Councilmember Strauss, Hollingsworth, News, News Releases, Strauss, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
City Council passes Strauss proposal to dramatically reduce utility costs for 31,000 low-income households
Today, the Seattle City Council unanimously passed the largest expansion of an affordability program in the City’s recent memory. Council...
Public hearing for 2026 Seattle Transit Measure to be held Monday, July 13
The City Council Select Committee on the Seattle Transportation Benefit District, chaired by Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1), will host...
July 10, 2026July 10, 2026In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Public Safety Chair Kettle urges Mayor to reconsider post-FIFA community safety camera shutoff
Today, Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7), chair of the Public Safety Committee, released the following statement with respect to Mayor...
July 6, 2026July 6, 2026In Councilmember Juarez, Juarez, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Juarez proposes key safety and accessibility amendment to 2026 Seattle Transit Measure renewal
Today the Select Committee on Seattle Transportation Benefit District was briefed on amendments to the proposed 2026 Seattle Transit Measure...
July 2, 2026July 2, 2026In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Kettle proposes transit measure alternative with sharpened focus on service needs and affordability
Reduces sticker shock while also investing critical transit needs Today, Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7) announced that he’s introducing an...
July 2, 2026July 2, 2026In Councilmember Saka, News, News Releases, SakaBy City Council News Releases
Transportation Chair Saka to introduce 5 amendments to strengthen Seattle Transit Measure proposal
Amendments focus on transit safety, accountability, and climate resilience Today, Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1), chair of the Select Committee...
July 1, 2026July 1, 2026In Councilmember Foster, Councilmember Rinck, Foster, News, News Releases, RinckBy City Council News Releases
Seattle City Councilmembers Rinck and Foster and King County Councilmembers Fain and Barón release statement regarding the KCRHA Compliance and Stabilization Plan
Today King County Councilmembers Steffanie Fain and Jorge L. Barón and Seattle City Councilmembers Alexis Mercedes Rinck and Dionne Foster,...
July 1, 2026July 1, 2026In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Seattle Councilmember Rivera and King County Councilmember Dembowski Applaud Mayor Wilson and County Executive Zahilay for KCRHA Announcement
Today Seattle City Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) and King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski (District 1) released the following statement after Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson and King County...
July 1, 2026July 1, 2026In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Kettle calls for a regional approach to address the homelessness crisis
Today, Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7) released the following statement after Mayor Katie B. Wilson announced King County and the City of Seattle’s joint plan for the King County Regional...
Seattle Municipal Archives launches exhibition as part of nationwide America 250 commemorations
As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, the Seattle Municipal Archives (SMA) is producing the exhibition We...
June 30, 2026June 30, 2026In Councilmember Foster, Foster, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
City Council passes legislation to boost affordable housing in Mount Baker, Montlake, and Central District
Councilmember Foster-backed bills support construction of over 300 housing units SEATTLE – Today, the City Council approved three key bills that will allow the Seattle Office...
June 25, 2026June 25, 2026In Councilmember Lin, Lin, News, News Releases, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Lin: We need immediate action to build more housing and protect the environment
Changes in Comprehensive Plan schedule underscore need for SEPA appeal reform Councilmember Eddie Lin (District 2) announced an updated schedule...
Councilmember Dan Strauss announces new bus to Golden Gardens
We are launching a new bus pilot program to Golden Gardens Park this Saturday! I proposed and funded this new...
June 16, 2026June 16, 2026In Councilmember Foster, Foster, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
City Council approves charter changes for Seattle Social Housing Developer
Today the City Council passed a resolution sponsored by Councilmember Dionne Foster (Position 9) approving proposed amendments to the Seattle...
June 11, 2026June 11, 2026In Councilmember Hollingsworth, Councilmember Juarez, Hollingsworth, Juarez, News, News Releases, Public Safety, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Seattle and regional leaders announce new actions to combat Aurora Avenue violence and prostitution
At a June 11 press conference, Councilmember Debora Juarez (District 5) and Council President Joy Hollingsworth (District 3), in partnership with Mayor Katie B. Wilson, the Seattle Police Department, City Attorney Erika Evans’ Office, and the King County Prosecutor's Office, outlined their ongoing work to address the spike in crime occurring in the neighborhoods surrounding north Aurora Avenue.
June 11, 2026June 11, 2026In Councilmember Lin, Lin, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Don’t send Seattle’s tax dollars to Medina or Clyde Hill!
Councilmember Lin opposes sales tax proposed for county roads with Seattleites’ funding to be sent to wealthy suburbs SEATTLE – City Councilmember Eddie...
June 9, 2026June 9, 2026In Councilmember Saka, News, News Releases, SakaBy City Council News Releases
City Council approves resolution for revitalization of Seattle Center in 2027, bolstering case to bring back our Sonics
The City Council today unanimously approved an amended joint resolution brought by Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1) and Mayor Katie...
June 9, 2026June 9, 2026In Councilmember Hollingsworth, Councilmember Juarez, Councilmember Lin, Hollingsworth, Juarez, Lin, News, News Releases, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
City Council passes emergency data center moratorium and policy framework
Today the City Council unanimously adopted two key pieces of legislation that will help prevent the siting of large data centers in Seattle.
June 8, 2026June 10, 2026In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, Rivera, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera convenes city leaders to learn about gun violence reduction approach that has succeeded in other US cities
The symposium, led by the National Network for Safe Communities, brought together over 75 city, county, state, federal and community...
June 5, 2026June 5, 2026In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera: Mayor made right decision to activate CCTV cameras
Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) released the following statement after Mayor Katie B. Wilson announced Friday that stadium-area closed-circuit television...
June 5, 2026June 5, 2026In Councilmember Saka, News, News Releases, SakaBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Saka applauds Mayor’s move to turn on Stadium District CCTV cameras
Today, Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1) released the following statement on Mayor Katie Wilson’s announcement that she will activate closed-circuit...
June 5, 2026June 5, 2026In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Kettle commends Mayor’s decision to activate stadium CCTV cameras
Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7) issued this statement following Mayor Katie B. Wilson’s announcement Friday that she will turn on...
June 2, 2026June 2, 2026In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Kettle criticizes CCTV camera ‘pause’ as unjustified, demands rollout before World Cup
Councilmember Bob Kettle issued the following statement related to a letter sent by his office to Mayor Katie B. Wilson calling on her to turn on the City’s closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras. The letter notes that the mayor’s decision to “pause” the rollout of the cameras is inconsistent with the City ordinances that created the program.
June 2, 2026June 2, 2026In Councilmember Strauss, News, News Releases, StraussBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Dan Strauss announces proposal to reduce utility costs for 31,000 low-income households
Councilmember Dan Strauss (District 6) announced major affordability legislation today that would dramatically decrease utility costs for 31,000 low-income households. The legislation would expand eligibility for the city’s existing Utility Discount Program, which could save low-income families more than $1,000 per year depending on their usage.
How we will continue to fight for Ballard Light Rail
Last night, the Sound Transit Board voted to approve a proposal that put the future funding of Ballard Light Rail into question. Despite being projected to serve the most daily riders of any Sound Transit project, funding to complete construction of the project has not been identified.
May 29, 2026May 29, 2026In Councilmember Juarez, Juarez, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Juarez and Mayor Wilson announce plans combating violence along Aurora Avenue
Today Councilmember Debora Juarez (District 5) and Mayor Katie B. Wilson announced City actions being taken to address ongoing violence...
May 28, 2026May 29, 2026In Councilmember Foster, Foster, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Foster urges Sound Transit to deliver on light rail to Ballard and the Graham Street Station
Councilmember Dionne Foster (Position 9) released the following statement as the Sound Transit Board of Directors met today to update...
May 28, 2026May 29, 2026In Councilmember Juarez, Juarez, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Juarez supports Ballard light rail amendments and Graham Street Station build
Councilmember Debora Juarez (District 5) released the following statement during the Sound Transit Board of Directors meeting to discuss the...
May 28, 2026May 28, 2026In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Kettle calls out Sound Transit: ‘Seattle needs the transit we were promised’
Councilmember Bob Kettle voiced strong support for the Ballard light rail project and urged Sound Transit board members to find a solution to build it.
May 26, 2026May 26, 2026In Councilmember Saka, News, News Releases, SakaBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Saka calls on Mayor Wilson to turn on CCTV ahead of World Cup
Councilmember Saka called for Mayor Wilson to allow the Seattle Police Department’s Real-Time Crime Center to turn on its closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras in the Stadium District ahead of the World Cup.
May 26, 2026May 29, 2026In Councilmember Strauss, News, News Releases, Strauss, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Seattle City Councilmember Strauss proposes amendments to save Ballard Light Rail
“Sound Transit needs a plan to get to Ballard. We voted for light rail, we have been paying for it, and the City of Seattle has planned its job and housing growth around it. My proposals give us an opportunity maximize ridership, save Ballard light rail, and keep light rail expansion to Tacoma, Everett, West Seattle, and all other regions on track,” said Councilmember Strauss
May 21, 2026May 29, 2026In Councilmember Juarez, Juarez, News, Public SafetyBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Juarez: Update on Aurora Avenue violence, District 5 office actions
We should not live in fear of being shot by a gun in our homes or community. Sadly, that has...
May 19, 2026May 19, 2026In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Kettle calls for a comprehensive shelter plan and additional study
Ahead of today’s City Council meeting, Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7), called for a robust process to guide high acuity shelter capacity expansion in response to Mayor Katie Wilson’s proposed transitional encampment bill (CB 121195).
May 18, 2026May 18, 2026In Councilmember Saka, News, News Releases, SakaBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Saka, Mayor Wilson introduce joint resolution in support of Seattle Center renovation investments
ouncilmember Rob Saka (District 1), Chair of the Transportation, Waterfront, and Seattle Center Committee (also known as “STEPS”), introduced joint Mayoral/Council Resolution 32205, calling for new infrastructure investments in Seattle Center ahead of a potential bond measure in 2027.
May 15, 2026May 15, 2026In Councilmember Foster, Councilmember Rinck, Foster, News, News Releases, Rinck, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Councilmembers Rinck and Foster advance resolution on next steps for King County Regional Homelessness Authority
A resolution proposing next steps for the King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA), following the troubling audit published in April, was passed unanimously by the Human Services, Labor, and Economic Development Committee. The measure is sponsored by Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck (Position 8) and Councilmember Dionne Foster (Position 9), who represent the Seattle City Council on the KCRHA Governing Board.
May 12, 2026May 12, 2026In Councilmember Strauss, News, News Releases, StraussBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Strauss celebrates passage of Shared Streets legislation
The Seattle City Council unanimously approved legislation, sponsored by Councilmember Dan Strauss (District 6), to legalize Shared Streets in the...
May 11, 2026May 11, 2026In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, News, News Releases, Public SafetyBy City Council News Releases
Public Safety Chair Kettle on value of Real Time Crime Center in recent assault arrests
Urges city officials to maintain public safety investments Today Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7), who serves as chair of the...
May 11, 2026May 29, 2026In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera’s statement on two District 4 homicides over the weekend
Councilmember Martiza Rivera (District 4) released this statement after Seattle Police reported two separate homicides in her north Seattle district...
April 30, 2026May 12, 2026In Councilmember Hollingsworth, Councilmember Juarez, Councilmember Lin, Hollingsworth, Juarez, Lin, News, News Releases, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Councilmembers introducing moratorium on data centers in Seattle
Councilmember Debora Juarez (District 5), Councilmember Eddie Lin (District 2), and Council President Joy Hollingsworth (District 3) announced plans to introduce an emergency moratorium on the siting of new data centers in Seattle. The bill will be paired with a resolution calling for impact studies of data centers on city infrastructure, water usage, utility rates, land use, jobs and public health. Data centers around the country have come under increased scrutiny recently as their high energy consumption and environmental impacts have led to rising electricity rates for consumers, sparking a significant public outcry.
April 29, 2026April 29, 2026In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Public Safety Chair Kettle statement on Yesler Terrace shooting
‘Effective intervention requires deep engagement with the communities most impacted’ Today Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7), who serves as chair...
April 29, 2026May 11, 2026In Councilmember Strauss, News, News Releases, StraussBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Strauss to host Community Meeting on the Future of Ballard Light Rail
Seattle City Councilmember Dan Strauss (District 6) announced today that he will host a Community Meeting on the Future of...
April 29, 2026April 29, 2026In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera speaks out on gun violence following Yesler Terrace Community Center shooting
Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) today released the following statement on Tuesday’s shooting near the Yesler Terrace Community Center which occurred...
April 29, 2026April 29, 2026In Councilmember Foster, Councilmember Rinck, Foster, News, News Releases, RinckBy City Council News Releases
Councilmembers Rinck and Foster join call for King County Assessor to step down immediately
‘Ongoing legal and ethics issues undermine public trust required for public service’ Today Councilmembers Dionne Foster (Position 9) and Alexis...
April 23, 2026April 23, 2026In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera and King County Councilmember Dembowski to issue companion resolutions calling for the dissolution of the King County Regional Homelessness Authority
Earlier today at a press conference in City Hall, Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) and King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski...
April 22, 2026April 22, 2026In Councilmember Foster, Councilmember Rinck, Foster, News, News Releases, RinckBy City Council News Releases
Councilmembers Rinck and Foster Respond to Unacceptable King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA) Forensic Audit Findings
We have a duty to get people housed and to do right by taxpayers Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck (Position 8)...
April 22, 2026April 22, 2026In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera Calls for dismantling of King County Regional Homelessness Authority after alarming evaluation
Call for separate audit of Seattle’s human services contracts remains Today Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) released the following statement...
April 22, 2026April 22, 2026In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Kettle on results of King County Regional Homelessness Authority audit
Today Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7), who serves as chair of the Public Safety Committee, issued the following statement on...