Levy proposal expands childcare and preschool, increases K-12 School-Based Health Centers, and broadens access to the trades Councilmember Maritza … [Read more...] about Councilmember Rivera welcomes Mayor’s ‘Every Child Ready’ proposal
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Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck addresses City’s $244 million budget shortfall, calls for serious look at new revenue solutions
This morning, the Seattle City Council’s Finance, Native Communities & Tribal Governments Committee received a joint presentation on the April … [Read more...] about Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck addresses City’s $244 million budget shortfall, calls for serious look at new revenue solutions
Council President Sara Nelson statement on passage of new after-hours lounge safety regulations
Today, Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9) released the following statement on the 6-0 vote to approve legislation establishing new safety … [Read more...] about Council President Sara Nelson statement on passage of new after-hours lounge safety regulations
City Council passes new safety regulations for after-hours lounges
New regulations developed in collaboration with operators seek to address persistent violence The City Council today voted 6-0 to approve a new … [Read more...] about City Council passes new safety regulations for after-hours lounges
Council President Sara Nelson statement on Dept. of Health and Human Services cuts and Seattle regional office closure
Today, Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9) issued the following statement on Tuesday’s closure of the Region 10 office of the Department of … [Read more...] about Council President Sara Nelson statement on Dept. of Health and Human Services cuts and Seattle regional office closure
City Council approves resolution endorsing holistic approach to public safety
Today the City Council adopted a resolution, sponsored by Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1), strengthening Seattle’s commitment to a … [Read more...] about City Council approves resolution endorsing holistic approach to public safety
Seattle City Council to host second committee meeting on safeguarding city from federal policy changes
The second Federal Administration and Policy Changes committee meeting focuses on housing issues Seattle City Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck … [Read more...] about Seattle City Council to host second committee meeting on safeguarding city from federal policy changes
Council President Sara Nelson celebrates passage of Shield Law and other state protections
Measure taken in direct response to federal actions, resident concerns Today, Council President Sara Nelson (Position 9) praised legislation passed … [Read more...] about Council President Sara Nelson celebrates passage of Shield Law and other state protections
City unveils new safety regulations proposal for late night lounges
Bill seeks to improve safety of patrons and surrounding neighborhood areas Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7), chair of the Public Safety … [Read more...] about City unveils new safety regulations proposal for late night lounges
Councilmember Saka introduces resolution focused on future of public safety in Seattle
Reiterates support for first responders, acknowledges failure of defund movement and embraces focus on underserved communities Today’s 9:30 … [Read more...] about Councilmember Saka introduces resolution focused on future of public safety in Seattle
Council approves Nelson’s workforce housing bill
Allows much-needed affordable housing and workspace in Stadium District Today the City Council passed Council President Sara Nelson’s (Position 9) … [Read more...] about Council approves Nelson’s workforce housing bill
Councilmembers call to reschedule Stadium District rezone vote after receiving 9 new amendments yesterday
Seattle City Councilmembers Dan Strauss (District 6) and Alexis Mercedes Rinck (Position 8) are requesting to reschedule the Stadium District rezone … [Read more...] about Councilmembers call to reschedule Stadium District rezone vote after receiving 9 new amendments yesterday