The Seattle City Council just unanimously passed a back-to-the-basics Transportation Levy package focused on increasing safety, maintenance, and modernization — all while limiting the impact on taxpayers. “This is a cost-effective investment that will save lives. Through collaboration and compromise, we have won a consensus levy proposal that will deliver on the everyday basics in an extraordinary way. From filling...
Council President Nelson calls for swift action on audit recommendations addressing overdoses and crime
SEATTLE – Today the Office of City Auditor released a new audit, “Addressing Places in Seattle Where Overdoses and Crime...
Housing Levy spending plan adopted with focus on homelessness prevention
Council changes boost rental assistance, improve data collection, serve additional groups SEATTLE – Today the Seattle City Council adopted legislation...
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Seattle Councilmember Saka to host community conversation between City leaders, community after fatal shooting near Alki Beach
SEATTLE – Seattle City Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1, Vice Chair of the Public Safety Committee) is hosting a community...
Council approves expansion of license plate reading technology for police vehicles
Tool aimed at improving public safety, preventing crimes, and helping investigations SEATTLE – The Seattle City Council passed legislation today...