Bills part of the council’s coordinated focus on improving public safety Today the Seattle City Council overwhelmingly approved legislation, sponsored by Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9), to further accelerate police hiring by offering competitive bonuses to attract the new police recruits from across the country. The full Council also passed Councilmember Bob Kettle’s (District 7) sponsored legislation that clears...
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...
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month 2024
On Monday Sept. 9, 2024, Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) introduced a proclamation celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. “Anyone who has...
Councilmember Tanya Woo to host Chinatown-International District public safety forum on Sept. 11
In response to persistent community concerns about crime and violence, Seattle City Councilmember Tanya Woo (Position 8) will host a...
Councilmember Moore proposes amendments to commercial sexual exploitation legislation
Changes address stakeholder feedback and create tools to support victims Seattle City Councilmember Cathy Moore (District 5) on Friday announced...