Budget legislation proposals strengthen long-term fiscal accountability for both the Mayor and City Council SEATTLE – In the midst of the City … [Read more...] about Councilmember Foster leads effort to strengthen City’s fiscal health with two new sustainability measures
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Councilmember Rivera submits budget proposal to fund real gun violence prevention strategy for Seattle
National Network for Safe Communities recognized for effective, evidence-based approach Today Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) announced … [Read more...] about Councilmember Rivera submits budget proposal to fund real gun violence prevention strategy for Seattle
Seattle City Council approves Councilmember Strauss’ Vehicle Resident Assistance Program legislation
The Seattle City Council approved six pieces of legislation sponsored by Councilmember Dan Strauss (District 6), known as the Vehicle Resident … [Read more...] about Seattle City Council approves Councilmember Strauss’ Vehicle Resident Assistance Program legislation
Councilmember Kettle on funding gaps after today’s public safety budget briefings
Following today’s public safety briefings on policy considerations related to the proposed 2027-2028 city budget, Councilmember Bob Kettle (District … [Read more...] about Councilmember Kettle on funding gaps after today’s public safety budget briefings
Seattle Councilmember Rivera, County Councilmember Dembowski speak out after learning of nearly $17 million in KCRHA debt
Latest incident in series of fiscal mismanagement and performance concerns Today, Seattle Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) and King County … [Read more...] about Seattle Councilmember Rivera, County Councilmember Dembowski speak out after learning of nearly $17 million in KCRHA debt
“Seattle Stands with Survivors, Every Step” launched by Councilmember Rinck and survivor service organizations to fund gender-based violence services and prevention programs
Multi-year effort seeks to grow investments into direct support for organizations working with survivors and violence prevention Earlier today … [Read more...] about “Seattle Stands with Survivors, Every Step” launched by Councilmember Rinck and survivor service organizations to fund gender-based violence services and prevention programs
Public Safety Chair Kettle calls for more comprehensive gun violence plan after shootings near Seattle’s Kerry Park and Seattle Center
Today Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7), chair of the Public Safety Committee, released the following statement after two people were hurt and one … [Read more...] about Public Safety Chair Kettle calls for more comprehensive gun violence plan after shootings near Seattle’s Kerry Park and Seattle Center
Councilmember Kettle weighs in on mayor’s proposed budget, notes risk to community safety progress
SEATTLE – Today, Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7) commended Mayor Katie Wilson for releasing a proposed budget without imposing additional taxes … [Read more...] about Councilmember Kettle weighs in on mayor’s proposed budget, notes risk to community safety progress
Seattle City Council kicks of 2027-2028 budget process
SEATTLE – Seattle City Councilmember Dan Strauss (District 6), chair of the Select Budget Committee, kicked off its annual budget process this … [Read more...] about Seattle City Council kicks of 2027-2028 budget process
Councilmember Rivera votes ‘no’ on Fair Pricing ordinance citing affordability concerns for Seattle families
Potential for unintended consequences and higher grocery prices SEATTLE – Today Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) released the following … [Read more...] about Councilmember Rivera votes ‘no’ on Fair Pricing ordinance citing affordability concerns for Seattle families
City of Seattle Recognizes Sept. 25 as Dolly Parton Day, honored with a themed story hour
Councilmember Rinck sponsors Dolly Parton Day Proclamation and collaborates with Imagination Library of Washington and The Seattle Public Library … [Read more...] about City of Seattle Recognizes Sept. 25 as Dolly Parton Day, honored with a themed story hour
Councilmember Rivera responds to Seattle Times article on City’s telehealth youth mental health contract
Today Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) issued the following statement in response to yesterday’s Seattle Times article about a contract … [Read more...] about Councilmember Rivera responds to Seattle Times article on City’s telehealth youth mental health contract