SEATTLE – Seattle City Councilmember Dan Strauss (District 6), chair of the Select Budget Committee, kicked off its annual budget process this morning. Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson delivered her proposed $9.1 billion budget to the council on Tuesday. Over the next two months, the Select Budget Committee will review, amend, and pass a balanced 2027-2028 city budget. “My focus in...
September 24, 2026September 24, 2026In Councilmember Strauss, News, News Releases, Strauss, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Seattle City Council kicks of 2027-2028 budget process
SEATTLE – Seattle City Councilmember Dan Strauss (District 6), chair of the Select Budget Committee, kicked off its annual budget...
September 22, 2026September 22, 2026In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera votes ‘no’ on Fair Pricing ordinance citing affordability concerns for Seattle families
Potential for unintended consequences and higher grocery prices SEATTLE – Today Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) released the following statement...
September 22, 2026September 22, 2026In Councilmember Rinck, News, News Releases, RinckBy City Council News Releases
City of Seattle Recognizes Sept. 25 as Dolly Parton Day, honored with a themed story hour
Councilmember Rinck sponsors Dolly Parton Day Proclamation and collaborates with Imagination Library of Washington and The Seattle Public Library program...
September 22, 2026September 22, 2026In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera responds to Seattle Times article on City’s telehealth youth mental health contract
Today Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) issued the following statement in response to yesterday’s Seattle Times article about a contract...
September 18, 2026September 18, 2026In Councilmember Foster, Councilmember Hollingsworth, Foster, Hollingsworth, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Foster proposes Mandatory Housing Affordability accelerator to spur housing construction
Bill allows temporary fee reduction for housing projects; accompanying resolution states intent to establish inclusionary requirements in neighborhood residential Today...
September 17, 2026September 17, 2026In Councilmember Hollingsworth, Hollingsworth, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Council honors passing of community trailblazer Dolores Sibonga
Seattle CID native was first woman of color to serve on the City Council Today Council President Joy Hollingsworth (District...
September 15, 2026September 15, 2026In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera calls on Mayor Wilson to act on gun violence after resolution passes City Council
Today, Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) urged Mayor Katie Wilson to act after her sponsored resolution (Res 32217) was approved...
September 15, 2026September 15, 2026In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera describes Mayor’s Gun Violence Plan as ‘more of the same,’ urges meaningful action
Today, Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) said she was underwhelmed by the mayor’s new gun violence plan which was released...
September 11, 2026September 11, 2026In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Mayor responds to Public Safety Chair Kettle’s transparency request on Police Chief’s forced resignation
Today Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7), chair of the Public Safety Committee, released the following statement after receiving a response from Mayor Katie Wilson regarding his request to...
Councilmember Kettle: My remarks on gun violence in this week’s Public Safety Committee
Hello Neighbors, I wanted to share with you my opening remarks from our last Public Safety Committee meeting, following another...
September 10, 2026September 10, 2026In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera responds to Mayor Wilson’s characterizations of Rivera’s work on gun violence reduction
Today Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) issued the following statement in response to Mayor Katie Wilson’s remarks on KUOW’s Soundside, in which the mayor described the...
September 8, 2026September 8, 2026In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Public Safety Chair Kettle presses Mayor for clarity on Police Chief’s forced resignation, cites continued lack of transparency and instability
Today Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7), chair of the Public Safety Committee, released the following statement regarding his request that...
August 27, 2026August 27, 2026In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Public Safety Chair Kettle on Mayor’s search for a new Seattle Police Chief
Councilmember Robert Kettle (District 7) released the following statement after Mayor Wilson announced launching a search for Seattle’s next police chief: “As Chair...
August 19, 2026August 19, 2026In Councilmember Saka, News, News Releases, SakaBy City Council News Releases
Chair Saka proposes ‘SAFER Streets Act’ to turn Seattle’s Vision Zero commitments into durable law and accelerate traffic safety improvements
Today Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1), chair of the Transportation, Waterfront and Seattle Center Committee, proposed the groundwork for first-of-its-kind...
August 17, 2026August 17, 2026In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera brings Council resolution to implement new gun violence intervention strategy
National Network for Safe Communities is nationally recognized for results in reducing gun violence Today Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4)...
August 13, 2026August 13, 2026In Councilmember Lin, Lin, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Lin leads investment of Community Fund for Northern District 2
On Tuesday, the City Council passed the mid-year supplemental budget including an amendment from Councilmember Lin that invests $500,000 in...
August 11, 2026August 11, 2026In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, News, News Releases, Public SafetyBy City Council News Releases
Public Safety Chair Kettle shares his experience of the night of the Seattle Center shooting
Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7) released the following statement on his constructed timeline the night of the July 26 mass...
August 11, 2026August 11, 2026In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Kettle Bite of Seattle Timeline
(Approximately 6 p.m. – preliminary reports of gunfire to SPD) 6:10 p.m. – Multiple notifications from the community (6:29 p.m....
August 11, 2026August 11, 2026In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, News, News Releases, Public SafetyBy City Council News Releases
Public Safety Chair Kettle calls for systematic review of Seattle Center shooting incident
On Monday, Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7) delivered a letter to Mayor Katie B. Wilson, calling on her office to...
August 7, 2026September 2, 2026In Councilmember Strauss, News, News Releases, StraussBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Strauss announces legislation to create pathways to housing for people living in their vehicles
Seattle City Councilmember Dan Strauss (District 6) announced six new pieces of legislation today, called the Vehicle Resident Assistance Program...
August 5, 2026August 5, 2026In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera thanks Seattle voters for strong Library Levy renewal support
Today Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4), chair of the Libraries, Education and Neighborhoods Committee who helped oversee the levy renewal...
August 4, 2026August 4, 2026In Councilmember Foster, Foster, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Foster champions successful youth homelessness prevention program for Seattle
City, philanthropy, and community partners unite to keep young people safely housed Today Councilmember Dionne Foster (Position 9) announced a proven public-private partnership that will bring Washington state’s nationally recognized...
July 31, 2026July 31, 2026In Councilmember Strauss, News, News Releases, StraussBy City Council News Releases
Sound Transit announces timeline for building light rail to Ballard
Sound Transit announced today that the Ballard Light Rail Extension could begin service to Market Street in Ballard by 2042 if it is able...
July 30, 2026September 11, 2026In Councilmember Hollingsworth, Councilmember Juarez, Councilmember Kettle, Councilmember Strauss, Hollingsworth, Juarez, Kettle, News, News Releases, StraussBy City Council News Releases
City Councilmembers react to Police Chief Barnes’ departure, voice major concerns
Today Council President Joy Hollingsworth (District 3), Councilmember Dan Strauss (District 6), Councilmember Debora Juarez (District 5), Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7, Public Safety Chair), released this statement following an official announcement from Mayor Katie B. Wilson that Police Chief...
July 30, 2026July 30, 2026In Councilmember Rinck, Councilmember Rivera, Councilmember Saka, News, News Releases, Rinck, Rivera, Saka, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Councilmembers respond to reported dismissal of Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes
Councilmembers released the following statements regarding unofficial reports that Mayor Katie Wilson has dismissed Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes.
July 30, 2026July 30, 2026In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera’s statement on reported firing of Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes by Mayor
Today, Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) released the following statement regarding unofficial reports that Mayor Katie Wilson has fired Seattle Police Chief Shon...
July 30, 2026July 30, 2026In Councilmember Rinck, News, News Releases, RinckBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rinck statement on possible dismissal of Seattle Police Chief Barnes
Today Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck (Position 8) released the following statement: “Our community has been in mourning. This past weekend...
July 30, 2026July 30, 2026In Councilmember Saka, News, News Releases, SakaBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Saka statement on reported dismissal of Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes by Mayor
Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1), vice-chair of the Public Safety Committee, issued the following statement regarding unofficial reports that Mayor...
July 28, 2026August 17, 2026In Councilmember Foster, Councilmember Lin, Foster, Lin, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
City Councilmembers and Mayor celebrate progress for housing and environment with passage of SEPA appeals legislation
Today the City Council passed Council Bill 121215, streamlining appeals processes for zoning and planning actions by the city. The...
July 28, 2026July 28, 2026In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
City Council approves implementation plan for Families, Education, Preschool and Promise Levy
Select Committee Chair Maritza Rivera led two-year Council process to reach this milestone Today, the City Council voted unanimously to...
July 28, 2026July 28, 2026In Councilmember Foster, Councilmember Hollingsworth, Councilmember Strauss, Foster, Hollingsworth, News, News Releases, StraussBy City Council News Releases
Mayor, Councilmembers agree on plan to improve food access for Seattle students
Seattle City Councilmembers and the mayor announced agreement today on a unified strategy to improve food access for Seattle students....
July 28, 2026July 28, 2026In Councilmember Saka, News, News Releases, SakaBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Saka introduces amendment to preserve land use appeals while expediting process for more housing
City Council will consider at today’s meeting Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1) today announced that he’s introducing an amendment to...
Councilmembers respond to Seattle Center shooting
Councilmembers released the following statements after gun violence at Seattle Center claimed the lives of three people during the Bite...
July 27, 2026July 27, 2026In Councilmember Lin, Lin, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
We need ‘“all hands on deck’” to keep our kids safe
Councilmember Lin demands sustainable funding and a coordinated response to prevent future violence and support our neighbors City Councilmember Eddie Lin (District 2) released...
July 27, 2026August 13, 2026In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Rivera calls on Mayor Wilson to partner on national gun violence reduction strategy after tragic mass shooting
Rivera urges the mayor to work with The National Network for Safe Communities, widely recognized for delivering results Today Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4), released this statement after attending Mayor Wilson’s press conference about...
July 27, 2026July 27, 2026In Councilmember Kettle, Kettle, News, News Releases, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Public Safety Chair Kettle’s statement following Sunday’s mass shooting at Seattle Center
Today Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7), chair of the City Council’s Public Safety Committee, released the following statement after gun violence at Seattle Center...
FAQs on Councilmember Lin’s legislation related to SEPA appeals
Council Bill 121215, my legislation related to SEPA appeals, will expedite Seattle’s ability to address our most pressing issues, from...
July 23, 2026July 23, 2026In Councilmember Foster, Councilmember Hollingsworth, Councilmember Strauss, Foster, Hollingsworth, News, News Releases, StraussBy City Council News Releases
Seattle City Councilmembers propose plan to fund universal school meals starting this fall
Three Seattle City Councilmembers announced a proposal today to fund universal free school meals for all Seattle Public School students starting this...
July 22, 2026July 22, 2026In Councilmember Foster, Foster, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Foster leads committee approval of bill protecting homeowner privacy and generational wealth
City Council will consider final passage on July 28 Today, the Housing, Arts, and Civil Rights Committee passed legislation (Council...
July 22, 2026July 22, 2026In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Investing in Seattle’s kids: Committee finalizes plan to support early learning, K-12 students, and Seattle Promise
Today Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4), chair of the Select Committee on the Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise (FEPP) Levy,...
July 22, 2026July 22, 2026In Councilmember Foster, Councilmember Hollingsworth, Foster, Hollingsworth, News, News ReleasesBy City Council News Releases
Councilmembers, advocates push to add weekend food aid to education levy plan
Amendment addresses food inequity for struggling families during weekends and school breaks Council President Joy Hollingsworth (District 3) and Councilmember...
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...