Councilmembers released the following statements after gun violence at Seattle Center claimed the lives of three people during the Bite of Seattle … [Read more...] about Councilmembers respond to Seattle Center shooting
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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 … [Read more...] about Councilmember Rivera calls on Mayor Wilson to partner on national gun violence reduction strategy after tragic mass shooting
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, … [Read more...] about Investing in Seattle’s kids: Committee finalizes plan to support early learning, K-12 students, and Seattle Promise
Councilmember Kettle calls for realignment of city budget
Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7) shared the following observations, following a letter he … [Read more...] about Councilmember Kettle calls for realignment of city budget
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 Bill 121222, … [Read more...] about City Council passes Strauss proposal to dramatically reduce utility costs for 31,000 low-income households
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 (STM) … [Read more...] about Councilmember Juarez proposes key safety and accessibility amendment to 2026 Seattle Transit Measure renewal
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 … [Read more...] about Councilmember Kettle calls for a regional approach to address the homelessness crisis
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 the People of … [Read more...] about Seattle Municipal Archives launches exhibition as part of nationwide America 250 commemorations
Councilmember Rinck hosts panels on Trump’s HR 1 impacts and City’s LGBTQ+ communities support
On June 25, the City Council held its latest session of the Select Committee on Federal Administration & Policy Changes. Chaired by Councilmember … [Read more...] about Councilmember Rinck hosts panels on Trump’s HR 1 impacts and City’s LGBTQ+ communities support
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 Social … [Read more...] about City Council approves charter changes for Seattle Social Housing Developer
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 … [Read more...] about Seattle and regional leaders announce new actions to combat Aurora Avenue violence and prostitution
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. The City … [Read more...] about City Council passes emergency data center moratorium and policy framework