Today City Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9) confirmed the formal process to fill the vacant Council seat after the resignation of Councilmember Cathy Moore (District 5), effective July 7. Councilmembers were given a presentation on the procedure and what to expect earlier this week during Council Briefing. Interested candidates may apply beginning Wednesday, July 2 at 8 a.m. through Wednesday, July 9 by...
June 25, 2025June 25, 2025In Budget, Councilmember Rivera, 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, 2025June 20, 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...
June 13, 2025June 13, 2025In Councilmember Hollingsworth, Councilmember Kettle, Councilmember Nelson, Hollingsworth, Kettle, Nelson, News, News Releases, Top StoryBy City Council News Releases
Seattle City Councilmembers urge peaceful demonstrations ahead of weekend gatherings
Today in anticipation of the large demonstrations scheduled for this weekend, Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9), Councilmember Joy Hollingsworth...
June 13, 2025June 14, 2025In Councilmember Rivera, News, News Releases, RiveraBy City Council News Releases
Rivera: Peaceful protests update
Hello Neighbors, As you may be aware, tomorrow the “No Kings” protests are expected to take place in Seattle and...
Councilmember Rivera’s statement on Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy
Today Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) released the following statement after the passage of the Families, Education, Preschool and Promise...
Councilmember Rinck calls for needed community-focused amendments to proposed Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy
‘These amendments will achieve educational equity and ensure that taxpayer dollars continue to serve the evolving public safety needs of...
June 10, 2025June 10, 2025In Councilmember Strauss, News, News Releases, StraussBy City Council News Releases
Councilmember Strauss, advocates rally to save popular environmental education program for Seattle kids
Seattle City Councilmember Dan Strauss (District 6) joined advocates at Me-Kwa-Mooks Park today to advocate for fully funding the Seattle’s...
January 10, 2020December 21, 2023
Hitting the Ground Running
Dear friends and neighbors, I am honored to be your District 6 Councilmember, representing the neighborhoods that shaped me and...