Nearly 4,500 Seattle and King County households now stand to lose housing and essential services under the changes to HUD’s Continuum of Care program … [Read more...] about Councilmember Rinck joins with King County, State and homelessness leaders to condemn Trump Administration changes to critical funding keeping people housed
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Seattle Councilmembers welcome Mayor-elect Katie Wilson, commend Mayor Harrell for years of service
Today, following Katie Wilson’s projected election as Seattle’s next mayor and Mayor Bruce Harrell’s concession address, city councilmembers issued … [Read more...] about Seattle Councilmembers welcome Mayor-elect Katie Wilson, commend Mayor Harrell for years of service
Councilmember Rivera’s statement on the overwhelming voter support for the FEPP Levy
Today Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) released the following statement after the passage of the Families, Education, Preschool and Promise … [Read more...] about Councilmember Rivera’s statement on the overwhelming voter support for the FEPP Levy
Council President Sara Nelson secures key investments in proposed budget balancing package
Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9) highlighted today a slate of her priority amendments that have been included in the Council’s recently … [Read more...] about Council President Sara Nelson secures key investments in proposed budget balancing package
Councilmember Strauss releases budget focused on improving safety & affordability for working families
Councilmember Dan Strauss (District 6), Chair of the Select Budget Committee, released his Balancing Package focused on improving safety and … [Read more...] about Councilmember Strauss releases budget focused on improving safety & affordability for working families
Summary of Chair Dan Strauss’ 2026 Balancing Package
Seattle City Council Budget Chair Dan Strauss (District 6) released his Balancing Package on November 4, 2025 with a focus on making Seattle work … [Read more...] about Summary of Chair Dan Strauss’ 2026 Balancing Package
Council acts to boost food access in Seattle Neighborhoods
Council President Nelson-sponsored bill bans anti-competitive covenants and declares public health emergency due to increased store closures Today … [Read more...] about Council acts to boost food access in Seattle Neighborhoods
Councilmember Saka proposes budget amendments to strengthen transportation infrastructure and transit safety and security
Today, Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1), who also chairs the Council’s Transportation Committee, announced his slate of proposed amendments for the … [Read more...] about Councilmember Saka proposes budget amendments to strengthen transportation infrastructure and transit safety and security
Councilmember Rinck and transit leaders announce ‘Better Bus Lanes’ campaign
Coalition-backed initiative seeks to advance safety improvements and reliable transit Earlier today, City Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck … [Read more...] about Councilmember Rinck and transit leaders announce ‘Better Bus Lanes’ campaign
Council President Nelson statement on city’s updated revenue forecast
Earlier today Seattle city officials were briefed on the updated economic and revenue forecast for October. In response to more optimistic updated … [Read more...] about Council President Nelson statement on city’s updated revenue forecast
Council President Nelson celebrates passage of public safety tax initiative: ‘A progressive investment that will save lives’
Today City Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9) celebrated the 8-1 passage of CB 121083 which will enable dedicating up to 25% of the Mayor’s … [Read more...] about Council President Nelson celebrates passage of public safety tax initiative: ‘A progressive investment that will save lives’
Councilmember Hollingsworth calls for action after violence on Capitol Hill
City Councilmember Joy Hollingsworth (District 3), whose district includes the Capitol Hill neighborhood, released this statement following a deadly … [Read more...] about Councilmember Hollingsworth calls for action after violence on Capitol Hill