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’
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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
Councilmember Rivera condemns federal government shutdown and disruption of critical services for Seattle residents
City Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) today released this statement after the Trump administration and federal lawmakers failed to reach a … [Read more...] about Councilmember Rivera condemns federal government shutdown and disruption of critical services for Seattle residents
Public Safety Chair Kettle on President Trump’s latest remarks on use of troops in our cities, including Seattle
Following Monday’s press conference with Mayor Bruce Harrell, State Attorney General Nick Brown, and other city officials, President Trump again … [Read more...] about Public Safety Chair Kettle on President Trump’s latest remarks on use of troops in our cities, including Seattle
City Council approves Roots to Roofs bonus pilot program
Legislation promotes creation of more community-led affordable housing across Seattle Today, the City Council voted unanimously to approve the … [Read more...] about City Council approves Roots to Roofs bonus pilot program
City Council approves District Project Fund
Aimed at creating significant traffic safety improvements at the district level Today, the Seattle City Council voted to approve new legislation … [Read more...] about City Council approves District Project Fund
Council approves new e-cargo bike program for deliveries
Incentivizes businesses to explore bike deliveries, boosting efficiencies and reducing carbon emissions Today, the City Council passed … [Read more...] about Council approves new e-cargo bike program for deliveries
Councilmember Kettle: Ongoing ICE operations endanger public safety progress
Today, Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7) released the following statement in response to continued actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs … [Read more...] about Councilmember Kettle: Ongoing ICE operations endanger public safety progress
Council President statement on mayor’s proposed 2026 Budget
City Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9) released this statement following the mayor’s announcement of his 2026 Budget proposal earlier … [Read more...] about Council President statement on mayor’s proposed 2026 Budget
Councilmember Strauss kicks off budget deliberations with focus on working families
The Seattle City Council’s budget process is now underway. Councilmember Dan Strauss (District 6), chair of the Council’s Budget Committee, released … [Read more...] about Councilmember Strauss kicks off budget deliberations with focus on working families
Amended Comprehensive Plan passes out of committee
Council now transitions to budget process while Comp Plan receives additional study before final vote Over the last three days, the Select … [Read more...] about Amended Comprehensive Plan passes out of committee
Council President Nelson celebrates passage of permitting bills to help small businesses and activate vacant storefronts
Earlier today the City Council voted to approve new legislation that will reduce barriers and allow small businesses to setup storefronts faster and … [Read more...] about Council President Nelson celebrates passage of permitting bills to help small businesses and activate vacant storefronts