Balances priorities related to transit accessibility, equity, safety, and oversight Today, Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1), Chair of the Select … [Read more...] about Chair Saka unveils amendment package for Seattle Transit Measure renewal
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City Council passes Strauss proposal to dramatically reduce utility costs for 31,000 low-income households
Today, the Seattle City Council unanimously passed the largest expansion of an affordability program in the City’s recent memory. Council Bill 121222, … [Read more...] about City Council passes Strauss proposal to dramatically reduce utility costs for 31,000 low-income households
Public hearing for 2026 Seattle Transit Measure to be held Monday, July 13
The City Council Select Committee on the Seattle Transportation Benefit District, chaired by Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1), will host a public … [Read more...] about Public hearing for 2026 Seattle Transit Measure to be held Monday, July 13
Public Safety Chair Kettle urges Mayor to reconsider post-FIFA community safety camera shutoff
Today, Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7), chair of the Public Safety Committee, released the following statement with respect to Mayor Katie B. … [Read more...] about Public Safety Chair Kettle urges Mayor to reconsider post-FIFA community safety camera shutoff
Councilmember Juarez proposes key safety and accessibility amendment to 2026 Seattle Transit Measure renewal
Today the Select Committee on Seattle Transportation Benefit District was briefed on amendments to the proposed 2026 Seattle Transit Measure (STM) … [Read more...] about Councilmember Juarez proposes key safety and accessibility amendment to 2026 Seattle Transit Measure renewal
Councilmember Kettle proposes transit measure alternative with sharpened focus on service needs and affordability
Reduces sticker shock while also investing critical transit needs Today, Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7) announced that he’s introducing an … [Read more...] about Councilmember Kettle proposes transit measure alternative with sharpened focus on service needs and affordability
Transportation Chair Saka to introduce 5 amendments to strengthen Seattle Transit Measure proposal
Amendments focus on transit safety, accountability, and climate resilience Today, Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1), chair of the Select … [Read more...] about Transportation Chair Saka to introduce 5 amendments to strengthen Seattle Transit Measure proposal
Seattle City Councilmembers Rinck and Foster and King County Councilmembers Fain and Barón release statement regarding the KCRHA Compliance and Stabilization Plan
Today King County Councilmembers Steffanie Fain and Jorge L. Barón and Seattle City Councilmembers Alexis Mercedes Rinck and Dionne Foster, who serve … [Read more...] about Seattle City Councilmembers Rinck and Foster and King County Councilmembers Fain and Barón release statement regarding the KCRHA Compliance and Stabilization Plan
Seattle Councilmember Rivera and King County Councilmember Dembowski Applaud Mayor Wilson and County Executive Zahilay for KCRHA Announcement
Today Seattle City Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) and King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski (District 1) released the following … [Read more...] about Seattle Councilmember Rivera and King County Councilmember Dembowski Applaud Mayor Wilson and County Executive Zahilay for KCRHA Announcement
Councilmember Kettle calls for a regional approach to address the homelessness crisis
Today, Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7) released the following statement after Mayor Katie B. Wilson announced King County and the City of … [Read more...] about Councilmember Kettle calls for a regional approach to address the homelessness crisis
Seattle Municipal Archives launches exhibition as part of nationwide America 250 commemorations
As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, the Seattle Municipal Archives (SMA) is producing the exhibition We the People of … [Read more...] about Seattle Municipal Archives launches exhibition as part of nationwide America 250 commemorations
City Council passes legislation to boost affordable housing in Mount Baker, Montlake, and Central District
Councilmember Foster-backed bills support construction of over 300 housing units SEATTLE – Today, the City … [Read more...] about City Council passes legislation to boost affordable housing in Mount Baker, Montlake, and Central District