Focus on 911 non-emergency response times, a North End safety hub for at-risk youth and support for a sobering center Today City Councilmember … [Read more...] about Councilmember Maritza Rivera announces budget priorities
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City of Seattle and King County Approve New Agreement to Streamline Governance Structure of the King County Regional Homelessness Authority
New structure creates one decision-making board to enhance coordination, oversight, and accountability Original post can be found here. … [Read more...] about City of Seattle and King County Approve New Agreement to Streamline Governance Structure of the King County Regional Homelessness Authority
City council approves police recruitment bonuses and technology for crime prevention tools
Bills part of the council’s coordinated focus on improving public safety Today the Seattle City Council overwhelmingly approved legislation, … [Read more...] about City council approves police recruitment bonuses and technology for crime prevention tools
Council creates new music venue parking permit to support musicians and live music venues
Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9) on Tuesday applauded the unanimous passage of legislation that prioritizes parking for musicians and their … [Read more...] about Council creates new music venue parking permit to support musicians and live music venues
Councilmember Morales’ Statement on the passage of SODA/SOAP legislation
Councilmember Tammy J. Morales (District 2) made the following remarks regarding the passage of CB 120835 (SODA) and CB 120836 (SOAP) at the meeting … [Read more...] about Councilmember Morales’ Statement on the passage of SODA/SOAP legislation
Seattle City Council passes legislation combatting commercial sexual exploitation
Today the Seattle City Council passed by an 8-1 vote Councilmember Cathy Moore’s (District 5) bill to fight commercial sexual exploitation and the … [Read more...] about Seattle City Council passes legislation combatting commercial sexual exploitation
Law targeting drug-related criminal activity passes City Council
Legislation marks another major accomplishment for council’s public safety work Today the Seattle City Council adopted the creation of Stay Out of … [Read more...] about Law targeting drug-related criminal activity passes City Council
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 … [Read more...] about Councilmembers introduce alternative to I-137 ahead of ballot deadline
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 … [Read more...] about Councilmembers introduce alternative to I-137 ahead of ballot deadline
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 … [Read more...] about Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month 2024
Seattle City Councilmember Kettle’s Mid-Year Update
At a public safety forum this past spring, moderator Enrique Cerna started his conversation with Mayor Harrell by stating how he was struck while … [Read more...] about Seattle City Councilmember Kettle’s Mid-Year Update
Seattle City Council passes legislation diversifying jail options to better address crime
The Seattle City Council today approved legislation, sponsored by Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7), to launch a new pilot program with the South … [Read more...] about Seattle City Council passes legislation diversifying jail options to better address crime