Public Forum with finalists on Monday, July 21 Today, in a special meeting, the City Council named six finalists to fill the vacancy representing District 5, left by former City Councilmember Cathy Moore. A list of 22 eligible applicants with completed application materials was made available to the public on the Council Vacancy webpage on Friday, July 11. Councilmembers chose...
July 17, 2025July 17, 2025In City Clerk, News, News Releases, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Council names six finalists for District 5 vacancy
Public Forum with finalists on Monday, July 21 Today, in a special meeting, the City Council named six finalists to...
July 15, 2025July 15, 2025In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera’s statement in support of Washington Attorney General joining lawsuit against US Dept of Education
Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) voiced her support of the Washington State Attorney General’s decision to join litigation against the...
July 15, 2025July 15, 2025In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, News, News Releases, Public Safety, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Council acts to curb graffiti with new tools
Civil fine option aimed at deterring property crimes Today, by a 7-1 vote, the City Council approved a new amended...
July 15, 2025July 15, 2025In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Council broadens chronic nuisance ordinance to improve public safety related to late-night establishments
The City Council today adopted legislation by a 7-1 vote amending the current Chronic Nuisance Properties Ordinance in order to...
July 11, 2025July 11, 2025In City Clerk, News, News Releases, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
District 5 Vacancy: City Council releases qualified applicant list
Today the Seattle City Clerk, on behalf of the City Council, posted the qualified applicant list of 22 candidates for the...
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...