Ahead of Tuesday’s Public Safety Committee meeting Councilmember and committee Chair Bob Kettle (District 7) released this statement following recent … [Read more...] about Public Safety Chair Kettle: Setting the record straight on misconceptions about technology used by Seattle Police Department for crime prevention
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Rivera bill prohibits ALL City employees from sharing sensitive information for use in civil immigration enforcement
Council approves bill 8-0 The City Council today voted 8-0 to approve a bill sponsored by Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) that prohibits … [Read more...] about Rivera bill prohibits ALL City employees from sharing sensitive information for use in civil immigration enforcement
Councilmember Rinck and regional leaders take action to prevent new immigration detention centers in King County
Emergency legislation to be heard by full Council February 24 Today Seattle City Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck (Position 8), in partnership … [Read more...] about Councilmember Rinck and regional leaders take action to prevent new immigration detention centers in King County
Seattle City Council approves legislation to begin funding voter-approved social housing
The Seattle City Council unanimously approved legislation today, co-sponsored by Councilmember Dan Strauss (District 6) and Councilmember Dionne … [Read more...] about Seattle City Council approves legislation to begin funding voter-approved social housing
Rivera introduces bill prohibiting City employees from sharing sensitive data with immigration enforcement
Legislation to be heard in Public Safety Committee Tuesday Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) has introduced a new bill (CB 121158) that … [Read more...] about Rivera introduces bill prohibiting City employees from sharing sensitive data with immigration enforcement
Councilmember Juarez statement on federal immigration enforcement activity in Seattle
Councilmember Debora Juarez (District 5) released the following statement after Mayor Katie … [Read more...] about Councilmember Juarez statement on federal immigration enforcement activity in Seattle
Councilmember Rivera commends Mayor’s initial steps to prepare for potential increase of ICE enforcement
Today, Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4), issued the following statement supporting Mayor Katie Wilson’s proactive measures to prepare the … [Read more...] about Councilmember Rivera commends Mayor’s initial steps to prepare for potential increase of ICE enforcement
Councilmember Saka praises Mayor’s actions on ICE activity in Seattle
Today, Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1), released the following statement in support of the Mayor Katie Wilson’s announced actions to protect … [Read more...] about Councilmember Saka praises Mayor’s actions on ICE activity in Seattle
Public Safety Chair Kettle on second shooting death by federal agents in Minneapolis: ‘Stand-down at once’
By: Councilmember Bob Kettle, District 7 City Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7) shared the following thoughts on the fatal shooting of Alex … [Read more...] about Public Safety Chair Kettle on second shooting death by federal agents in Minneapolis: ‘Stand-down at once’
Councilmember Lin statement on the killing of a second Minneapolis resident by federal immigration agents
City Councilmember Eddie Lin (District 2) released the following statement after the killing of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, Minnesota, by federal … [Read more...] about Councilmember Lin statement on the killing of a second Minneapolis resident by federal immigration agents
Councilmember Dan Strauss hosts town hall on January 28
Seattle City Councilmember Dan Strauss will be hosting his first town hall of 2026 on Wednesday, January 28 at 5:30 p.m. at the Greenwood … [Read more...] about Councilmember Dan Strauss hosts town hall on January 28
Councilmember Foster calls for transparency and accountability following release of disturbing police officer remarks at Cal Anderson Park protest
Today Councilmember Dionne Foster (Position 9) issued the following statement regarding recently released footage that includes disturbing comments … [Read more...] about Councilmember Foster calls for transparency and accountability following release of disturbing police officer remarks at Cal Anderson Park protest