Seattle public meetings in 2021

Transportation and Utilities Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to transfer certain Georgetown properties from City Light to the Departments of Parks and Recreation and Transportation. The agenda also includes a briefing on scooter sharing and a discussion regarding the 2021 financial audit parameters for Seattle Public Utilities.

• Ordinance (CB 1202301) transferring Georgetown property jurisdiction from City Light to Parks and SDOT
• Easement agreement with King County near Boeing Field involving a 207 square foot increase in temporary use area
• Presentation on scooter share and new mobility
• Discussion of parameters for the 2021 Seattle Public Utilities financial audit

Governance and Education Committee

The Governance and Education Committee meeting scheduled for December 14, 2021, has been cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.

Public Safety and Human Services Committee

The committee will consider several appointments and reappointments to the Community Police Commission and Pacific Hospital PDA Governing Council. Members will also discuss an ordinance related to Seattle Fire Department fire prevention services.

• Reappointment of Katherine Seibel to the Community Police Commission
• Reappointment of Le’Jayah A. Washington to the Community Police Commission
• Appointments and reappointments to Pacific Hospital PDA Governing Council
• Ordinance regarding Seattle Fire Department fire prevention services (CB 1202456)

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council is meeting to discuss federal legislative updates. The briefing includes summaries of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill and the Build Back Better Bill. The council will also approve minutes from the December 6, 2021, meeting.

• Approval of December 6, 2021, Council Briefing minutes
• Federal legislative update
• Summary of Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill and Build Back Better Bill
• Preview of City Council actions

City Council

The Seattle City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding city employment, including union agreements and salary increases for non-represented staff. The agenda also includes updates to the traffic code, housing funding, and land use regulations.

• Ordinance authorizing a memorandum of understanding between the City and certain unions (CB 120242)
• Salary increases for 2022 for certain non-represented City job titles (CB 120243)
• Establishing Juneteenth as a legal holiday for certain City employees (CB 120184)
• Creation of a Mobile Home Park Overlay District (CB 120206)
• Renaming Single-Family zones to Neighborhood Residential zones

Community Economic Development Committee

The Community Economic Dream Development Committee will discuss an ordinance regarding human rights protections against discrimination based on citizenship and immigration status. The meeting also includes several appointments and reappointments to the Human Rights, Women’s, Disability, and LGBTQ Commissions.

• Ordinance for human rights protections regarding citizenship and immigration status (CB 12024111)
• Appointments to the Seattle Human Rights Commission
• Reappointments to the Seattle Women’s Commission
• Reappointment to the Seattle Disability Commission
• Reappointment to the Seattle LGBTQ Commission

Public Safety and Human Services Committee

The Public Safety and Human Services Committee will discuss financial strengthening measures for the Human Services Department. The committee will also consider ordinances regarding City Attorney data reporting and Fire Chief compensation, as well as a resolution for seismic retrofitting of unreinforced masonry buildings.

• Resolution to consider strategies for seismic retrofitting of unreinforced masonry buildings
• Ordinance adding data reporting responsibilities to the City Attorney’s Office
• Ordinance creating a compensation program for the Fire Chief position
• Presentation on financial strengthening measures for the Human Services Department

Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee

The Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee will hold public hearings on several land use ordinances. Proposed actions include establishing a Mobile Home Park Overlay District and amending the 2018 Seattle Energy Code. The committee will also discuss historic preservation for 802 16th Avenue.

• Renaming Single-Family zones to Neighborhood Residential zones (CB 1202144)
• Establishing a Mobile Home Park Overlay District (CB 120206)
• Amending the 2018 Seattle Energy Code (CB 1202392)
• Authorizing administrative waivers for minor sewage treatment plant expansions (CB 1202153)
• Designating 802 16th Avenue as a historical landmark (CB 1202355)

Governance and Education Committee

The committee will review a presentation from the Seattle Department of Human Resources regarding RSJI. Members will also consider Resolution 320292, which proposes adopting new General Rules and Procedures for the Seattle City Council.

• Seattle Department of Human Resources RSJI presentation
• Possible vote on Resolution 320292 regarding City Council rules and procedures

Public Assets and Native Communities Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance regarding the operation of Woodland Park Zoo by the Woodland Park Zoological Society. Members will also discuss creating an Indigenous Advisory Council and authorizing grant-related actions for Parks and Recreation.

• Ordinance CB 1201641: Agreement with Woodland Park Zoological Society to manage Woodland Park Zoo
• Resolution Res 320342: Authorization for grant funding through the State Recreation and Conservation Office
• Ordinance CB 1201883: Creation of an Indigenous Advisory Council for tribal and urban Indian engagement

Finance and Housing Committee

The Finance and Housing Committee will consider ordinances regarding HUD housing funds and street vacation exemptions for affordable housing projects. The meeting also includes discussions on new parking compensation requirements for construction employees and several board appointments.

• Ordinance amending the 2021 Annual Action Plan to accept HUD grant funds
• Ordinance exempting affordable housing from city street vacation fees
• Ordinance requiring parking compensation for construction employees
• Appointments to the Seattle Housing Authority Board and Domestic Workers Standards Board
• Briefing on the Department of Finance and Administrative Services Race and Social Justice Initiative

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council will review upcoming council and regional committee actions. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the November 29, 2021, briefing.

• Approval of November 29, 2021, Council Briefing Minutes
• Preview of City Council and regional committee actions

City Council

The Seattle City Council is holding a public hearing regarding a six-month extension of a moratorium on certain mobile home park land use applications. The council will also consider ordinances related to city employment, street renaming, and utility fund transfers.

• Public hearing for a six-month moratorium on mobile home park land use changes (CB 120213)
• Renaming Thomas St between 1st Ave N and 2nd Ave N to Lenny Wilkens Way (CB 120236)
• Agreement with Seattle Fire Chiefs Association, IAFF Local 2898 (CB 120231)
• Transfer of funds into the City Light Rate Stabilization Account (CB 120233)
• Ratification of the 2021 Salmon Habitat Plan update (Res 320316)

Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee

The Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee is reviewing several land use and zoning ordinances. The agenda includes a briefing on the Crown Hill Urban Village Community Action Plan and updates to the 2018 Seattle Energy Code.

• Briefing on Crown Hill Urban Village Community Action Plan
• Ordinance for sewage treatment plant expansion waivers (CB 1202152)
• Amendments to the 2018 Seattle Energy Code (CB 1202393)
• Establishment of a Mobile Home Park Overlay District (CB 1202064)
• Renaming Single-Family zones to Neighborhood Residential zones (CB 1202145)

Transportation and Utilities Committee

The committee will consider a proposal to waive street vacation fees for affordable housing projects. The agenda also includes appointments to the Seattle Bicycle Advisory Board and Transit Advisory Board. Additionally, members will review ordinances regarding property transfers in Georgetown and energy conservation targets for Seattle City Light.

• Proposal to waive street vacation fees for affordable housing (Council Bill 120227)
• Ordinance for property transfers in the Georgetown neighborhood (CB 1202308)
• Ordinance regarding fund transfers into the Rate Stabilization Account (CB 1202339)
• Ratification of the 2021 Salmon Habitat Plan update (Res 320317)
• Approval of biennial energy conservation targets for Seattle City Light (Res 3203010)

Governance and Education Committee

The Governance and Education Committee will discuss Resolution 320291. This resolution proposes adopting the General Rules and Procedures of the Seattle City Council, which would supersede Resolution 31920. The agenda includes a 30-minute briefing on these procedures.

• Resolution 320291 to adopt General Rules and Procedures for the Seattle City Council

Sustainability and Renters' Rights Committee

The special Sustainability and Renters' Rights Committee meeting scheduled for November 30, 2021, has been cancelled. The provided text contains only a cancellation notice.

Council Briefing

The council will hear a presentation from the RSJI Change Team and discuss the draft 2022 State Legislative Agenda. The meeting also includes approval of November 22 minutes and a preview of upcoming council actions. Public comment is not accepted during this briefing.

• RSJI Change Team presentation
• Presentation on 2022 State Legislative Agenda
• Approval of November 22, 2021, meeting minutes
• Preview of City Council actions

City Council

The Seattle City Council is reviewing ordinances to amend emergency bill assistance programs for City Light and Seattle Public Utilities in response to COVID-19. The agenda also includes a vote on a collective bargaining agreement for the Office of Emergency Management unit.

• Expansion of emergency bill assistance for City Light customers (CB 1202251)
• Extension of assistance for Seattle Public Utilities customer delinquencies (CB 1202262)
• Collective bargaining agreement for the PROTEC17 Office of Emergency Management unit (CB 1202323)
• Payment of audited city claims from November 15 through November 19, 2021 (CB 120234)

Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee

The Seattle City Council Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee meeting scheduled for November 24, 2021, has been cancelled.

Public Safety and Human Services Committee

The Seattle City Council Public Safety and Human Services Committee meeting scheduled for November 23, 2021, has been cancelled. No agenda items were listed for this date.

Sustainability and Renters' Rights Committee

The Sustainability and Renters' Rights Committee meeting scheduled for November 23, 2021, has been cancelled. No legislative items were listed for discussion.

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee is reviewing technical amendments and taking final action on the 2022 Proposed Balancing Package. The meeting includes decisions regarding budget reallocations for various city departments.

• Add $1 million GF to ARTS for organizations not qualifying for Shuttered Venue Operators Grant funding
• Reallocate $4.4 million from Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery funds to DEEL for Seattle Promise enhancements
• Authorize the issuance of approximately $100 million in LTGO bonds in 2022
• Add $3.1 million REET I Capital Fund to SDOT for debt service
• Reallocate $2 million from CLFR Fund for FEMA Contingency and revenue replacement

City Council

The City Council will review the 2022 Proposed Budget and the 2022-2027 Capital Improvement Program. The agenda also includes a lease renewal for Fort Lawton and updates to several city permit and use fees.

• Filing of the 2022 Proposed Budget and 2022-2027 Capital Improvement Program
• Lease renewal for 33.95 acres at Fort Lawton Army Reserve Center
• Updates to Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections permit fees
• New 2022 fee schedule for Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities
• Amendments to the Street Use Fee Schedule

Council Briefing

This meeting is a council briefing to preview upcoming city council and regional committee actions. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the November 15, 2021, meeting. Public comment is not accepted during this session.

• Approval of November 15, 2021, Council Briefing minutes
• President's Report
• Preview of City Council and regional committee actions

Select Budget Committee

The Seattle City Council Select Budget Committee meeting scheduled for November 19, 2021, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for this session.

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee is conducting a public hearing regarding the Mayor's proposed 2022 budget and the 2022-2027 Capital Improvement Program. The committee will also vote on several amendments to various city department funds.

• Public hearing on 2022 General Revenue Sources and a possible property tax levy increase
• $1.5 million for ARTS payroll expense tax and three temporary positions
• $879,000 and 26 positions for CSCC dispatch operational needs
• $5 million for HSD to expand high-acuity shelter and behavioral health services
• $1 million in Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery funds for ARTS organizations

City Council

The Seattle City Council is reviewing several land use and housing items. This includes a rezone for properties on 30th Avenue NE and an ordinance regarding sewer easements at Sand Point to support cottage development for people experiencing homelessness. The council will also address payment of city bills and an alley vacation petition.

• Rezoning 14302 and 14330 30th Avenue NE from Single Family 7200 to Lowrise 3 (M2)
• Ordinance for sewer easement at Sand Point to support cottages for people experiencing homelessness
• Petition to vacate an alley in Block 1, Kinnear’s Addition
• Ordinance to pay audited city claims from November 1 through November 5, 2021

Council Briefing

This meeting includes the approval of minutes from November 8, 2021, and a preview of upcoming City Council actions. Two executive sessions regarding pending, potential, or actual litigation are also scheduled.

• Approval of November 8, 2021, Council Briefing minutes
• Preview of City Council and regional committee actions
• Executive sessions on pending, potential, or actual litigation

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee will receive a presentation regarding the Initial Balancing Package. Council Central Staff will lead a briefing and discussion on this item. The meeting also includes a period for public comment.

• Presentation of the Initial Balancing Package
• Review of supporting document CBO-013-A-002

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee is conducting a public hearing to solicit comments on the City’s 2022 General Revenue Sources. This includes discussion of a possible property tax levy increase. The committee will also hear regarding the Mayor’s 2022 Proposed Budget and the 2022-2027 Capital Improvement Program.

• Public hearing on 2022 General Revenue Sources
• Possible property tax levy increase
• Mayor’s 2022 Proposed Budget
• 2022-2027 Capital Improvement Program

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee will meet for a special session to review the presentation of the Initial Balancing Package. A separate evening public hearing is scheduled to discuss 2022 General Revenue Sources and the Mayor’s 2022 Proposed Budget.

• Presentation of the Initial Balancing Package
• Discussion of 2022 General Revenue Sources, including a possible property tax levy increase
• Review of the Mayor’s 2022 Proposed Budget and 2022-2027 Capital Improvement Program

City Council

The Seattle City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a petition by Grand Street Commons LLC to vacate an alley in Block 14 of Jos C. Kinnear’s Addition. The Council will also consider an ordinance to pay audited claims from the week of October 25, 2021.

• Petition by Grand Street Commons LLC to vacate an alley in Block 14, Jos C. Kinnear’s Addition
• Ordinance (CB 120217) to pay audited claims for October 25–29, 2021
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 18 and November 1, 2021

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council is holding a briefing regarding Clerk File 314459 for the Grand Street Alley Vacation. Presenters from the Seattle Department of Transportation and other agencies will provide information. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and a preview of upcoming council actions.

• Briefing on Clerk File 314459 regarding Grand Street Alley Vacation
• Approval of November 1, 2021, Council Briefing Minutes
• Preview of City Council Actions and Committee meetings

Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee

The Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee will discuss a rezone application for portions of lots at 14302 and 14330 30th Avenue NE. The proposal seeks to change the zoning from Single Family 7200 to Lowrise 3 multifamily residential. The committee will hold a discussion and a possible vote on this item.

• Rezoning application for 14302 and 14330 30th Avenue NE from SF 7200 to LR3 multifamily residential

Council Briefing

This meeting is a briefing to preview scheduled City Council and regional committee actions. The agenda also includes the President's Report and the approval of October 25, 2021, meeting minutes. Public comment is not accepted during this session.

• Approval of October 25, 2021, Council Briefing Minutes
• Preview of City Council and regional committee actions

City Council

The Seattle City Council will vote on several appointments to the Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners. The council will also consider ordinances for paying audited city claims from October 2021.

• Appointment of Evan Hundley to Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners
• Appointment of Kelly McCaffrey to Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners
• Appointment of Jessica A. Farmer to Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners
• Appointment of Deepa Sivarajan to Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners
• Ordinance CB 120208 for audited claims (Oct 11–15, 2021)

Select Budget Committee

Council Central Staff will present and summarize Councilmembers' proposed amendments to the 2022 Proposed Budget. The committee will also hold briefings regarding the Seattle Department of Transportation and the Human Services Department.

• Briefing on Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) budget items
• Briefing on Human Services Department (HSD) budget items

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee will review councilmember-proposed amendments to the 2022 budget. Staff will present summaries of changes related to departments including housing, public safety, and parks.

• Proposed 2022 budget amendments for Office of Housing
• Budget discussions regarding Homelessness Response
• Review of Seattle Parks and Recreation budget amendments
• Discussion of Seattle Police Department budget amendments
• Proposed budget changes for Seattle Fire Department

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee will review Councilmember proposed amendments to the 2022 Proposed Budget. The meeting includes briefings on various city departments, including finance, utilities, and public libraries. Staff will present summaries of these budget actions and statements of legislative intent.

• Overview of proposed 2022 budget amendments
• Review of Finance General department amendments
• Discussion of Seattle Public Utilities and City Light budgets
• Review of Arts, Education, and Culture department amendments
• Review of Planning, Community, and Workforce Development amendments

City Council

The City Council meeting scheduled for Monday, October 25, 2021, has been cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council is meeting for a briefing to review previous minutes and preview upcoming council and regional committee actions. The agenda includes an executive session regarding pending, potential, or actual litigation. Public comment is not accepted during this meeting.

• Approval of October 18, 2021, Council Briefing minutes
• Preview of City Council and regional committee actions
• Executive session on pending, potential, or actual litigation

Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee

The committee will review a rezone application from 14302 Development, LLC and the Seattle Housing Authority. The proposal seeks to change zoning at 14302 and 14330 30th Avenue NE from Single Family 7200 to Lowrise 3 multifamily residential.

• Rezone application for 14302 and 14330 30th Avenue NE from SF 7200 to LR3

City Council

The Seattle City Council is meeting to vote on several appointments to the Seattle Renters’ Commission. The council will also consider an ordinance to pay audited claims from early October 2021.

• Appointment of Haley Freedlund to the Seattle Renters’ Commission
• Appointment of Arianna Laureano to the Seattle Renters’ Commission
• Appointment of Rachel Sanchez to the Seattle Renters’ Commission
• Ordinance to pay audited claims from October 4 through October 8, 2021

Council Briefing

This meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of minutes from October 11, 2021. It also includes a President's Report and a preview of scheduled council and regional committee actions.

• Approval of October 11, 2021 minutes
• President's Report
• Preview of City Council and regional committee actions

Select Budget Committee

Council Central Staff will present an overview of key changes to City Department operating and capital budgets. The committee will discuss items related to SDOT, SPD, and alternatives to police response to identify issues for the 2022 Proposed Budget.

• Overview of key changes to City Department operating and capital budgets
• Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) briefing
• Alternatives to Police Response and the Criminal Legal System briefing
• Seattle Police Department (SPD) briefing

Select Budget Committee

Council Central Staff will present an overview of key changes to City Department operating and capital budgets. The committee will identify issues for further examination in the 2022 Proposed Budget. Briefings include the Office of Planning and Community Development, Human Services Department, and homelessness response.

• Overview of key changes to city department operating and capital budgets
• Briefing on Office of Planning and Community Development (OPCD)
• Briefing on Human Services Department (HSD) and community-led investments
• Discussion regarding homelessness response

Select Budget Committee

The committee will review key changes to City Department operating and capital budgets for the 2022 Proposed Budget. The agenda includes a general fund balancing analysis and briefings on the Department of Education and Early Learning and the Office of Economic Development.

• Overview of the 2022 Proposed Budget
• General Fund Balancing Analysis
• Department of Education and Early Learning briefing
• Office of Economic Development briefing

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee is holding a public hearing to solicit comments on the City's financial plans. The committee will discuss the Mayor's 2022 Proposed Budget and the 2022-2027 Capital Improvement Program. The hearing also covers the City’s 2022 General Revenue Sources, including a possible property tax levy increase.

• Public hearing on 2022 General Revenue Sources and possible property tax levy increase
• Review of Mayor's 2022 Proposed Budget
• Discussion of the 2022-2027 Capital Improvement Program

Council Briefing

This meeting consists of procedural items for the Seattle City Council. The agenda includes approving minutes from October 4, 2021, a president's report, and a preview of upcoming council actions.

• Approval of October 4, 2021, Council Briefing minutes
• President's Report
• Preview of City Council actions and committee activities

City Council

The Seattle City Council will discuss an ordinance regarding city employment and agreements with various unions. The council is also scheduled to approve the payment of audited claims from late September 2021.

• Ordinance regarding city employment and union agreements (CB 1201861)
• Payment of audited claims for September 27 through October 1, 2021 (CB 120187)
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 27 and October 4, 2021

Council Briefing

This meeting consists of procedural items and a preview of upcoming council actions. The council will approve minutes from the September 27, 2021, briefing and hold closed executive sessions regarding litigation.

• Approval of September 27, 2021, Council Briefing minutes
• Preview of City Council actions and committee activities
• Closed executive sessions on pending, potential, or actual litigation

City Council

The Seattle City Council is considering several ordinances regarding land use and tenant protections. This includes updates to the Tenant Relocation Assistance Ordinance and changes to the city's Comprehensive Plan. The council will also review appointments for various local planning commissions.

• Updates to the Tenant Relocation Assistance Ordinance (CB 120182)
• Resolution on entheogen-related activities law enforcement priorities (Res 320212)
• Alley vacation for Grand Street Commons LLC (Res 320203)
• Renaming 'Single Family areas' to 'Neighborhood Residential areas' (CB 120155)
• Changes to parking requirements for indoor sports and recreation (CB 120149)

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee will review presentations regarding changes reflected in the Mayor's Proposed 2022 Budget. Department directors will present updates for transportation, parks, and community development. The committee will also discuss COVID response and recovery efforts.

• Office of Planning and Community Development budget presentation
• Seattle Department of Transportation budget presentation
• Seattle Parks and Recreation budget presentation
• COVID Response and Recovery briefing
• Human Services Department briefing

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee will review department overview presentations regarding changes in the Mayor's Proposed 2022 Budget. The meeting includes briefings on housing, homelessness response, human services, community safety, and the Seattle Police Department.

• Office of Housing budget briefing
• Citywide Homelessness Response presentation
• Human Services Department overview
• Community Safety and Community-Led Investments discussion
• Seattle Police Department briefing

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee will hear department overview presentations regarding changes reflected in the Mayor's Proposed 2022 Budget. Briefings include updates from the City Budget Office, Office of Economic Development, Office of Sustainability and Environment, and Department of Education and Early Learning.

• City Budget Office proposed budget overview
• Office of Economic Development presentation
• Office of Sustainability and Environment presentation
• Department of Education and Early Learning presentation

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council will meet to approve the minutes from the September 20, 2021, briefing. The meeting also includes a President's Report and a preview of upcoming council and regional committee actions.

• Approval of September 20, 2021, Council Briefing Minutes
• President's Report
• Preview of City Council actions and regional committees

City Council

The council will hear Mayor Jenny Durkan’s 2022 budget address. The meeting also includes discussions on rent increase notice requirements and relocation assistance for displaced tenants. Additionally, the council will consider new development standards for downtown small lots.

• Mayor Jenny A. Durkan’s 2022 Budget Address
• Ordinance requiring 180 days' notice for rent increases (CB 119585)
• Relocation assistance for economically displaced tenants (CB 120173)
• Establishment of the 15th Avenue East Business Improvement Area (CB 120162)
• Alternative development standards for small lots in Downtown Mixed Residential zones (CB 120153)

Public Safety and Human Services Committee

The Public Safety and Human Services Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss several items. The agenda includes briefings on Criminal Legal System Task Force recommendations and the Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD) Scale Study. There is also a work session regarding a resolution on the decriminalization of entheogens.

• Briefing on Criminal Legal System Task Force recommendations
• Discussion of the Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD) Scale Study
• Work session on a resolution affirming commitment to the decriminalization of entheogens

Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee

The Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding land use and zoning. Proposed actions include renaming single-family areas and updating the Seattle Comprehensive Plan.

• Ordinance to transfer development rights from Pierce and Snohomish Counties (CB 1201811)
• Ordinance renaming Single Family areas to Neighborhood Residential areas (CB 1201552)
• Ordinance for 2021 Comprehensive Plan amendments, including University District changes (CB 1201543)
• Ordinance amending parking requirements and size limits for indoor sports and recreation (CB 1201494)
• Quarterly Tree Protection Report from SDCI and OSE

Select Committee on Homelessness Strategies and Investments

The Seattle City Council Select Committee on Homelessness Strategies and Investments meeting scheduled for September 22, 2021, has been cancelled. This document is a cancellation notice.

Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee

The Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee is conducting public hearings on several zoning and land use ordinances. Proposed changes include amendments to the Seattle Comprehensive Plan and new development standards for small lots in downtown zones. The committee will also discuss parking requirements for indoor sports uses and renaming single-family areas.

• Amendments to the Seattle Comprehensive Plan, including University District and 130th Street Station Area updates
• Changes to maximum size limits and minimum parking requirements for indoor sports and recreation uses
• Renaming 'Single Family areas' to 'Neighborhood Residential areas'
• New development standards for small lots in Downtown Mixed Residential zones
• Transfer of development rights from Pierce and Snohomish Counties to Seattle

Finance and Housing Committee

The Seattle City Council Finance and Housing Committee meeting scheduled for September 21, 2021, was cancelled. No other agenda items were listed.

Community Economic Development Committee

The committee will discuss an update on the Equitable Development Initiative and a Race and Social Justice Report. Members will also consider reappointments to the Seattle Women’s Commission and potential votes on ordinances regarding business improvements and human rights protections.

• Ordinance establishing 15th Avenue East Business Improvement Area (CB 1201627)
• Ordinance regarding protections against discrimination based on citizenship and immigration status (CB 1201808)
• Reappointments to the Seattle Women’s Commission
• Equitable Development Initiative Update from OPCD
• Office of Arts and Culture Race and Social Justice Report 2021

Sustainability and Renters' Rights Committee

The Sustainability and Renters' Rights Committee will discuss two proposed ordinances. One proposal involves relocation assistance for tenants experiencing rent increases of ten percent or more. Another requires a 180-day written notice for rental cost increases.

• Relocation assistance for economically displaced tenants (CB 1201731)
• 180-day notice requirement for residential rent increases (CB 1195852)

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council will hear a presentation regarding the Terminal 5 Modernization Project featuring officials from the Northwest Seaport Alliance and the Ports of Seattle and Tacoma. The agenda also includes approving minutes from the September 13, 2021, briefing and previewing upcoming council actions. An executive session concerning a real estate transaction is scheduled.

• Presentation on Terminal 5 Modernization Project
• Approval of September 13, 2021, Council Briefing minutes
• Preview of City Council actions for September 20, 2021
• Executive session regarding a real estate transaction

City Council

The City Council is conducting a public hearing regarding affordable housing requirements for properties owned by religious organizations. The agenda also includes reviewing committee recommendations on police training restrictions, utility programs, and property tax exemptions.

• Public hearing on affordable housing rules for religious organization properties (CB 120157)
• Ordinance prohibiting Seattle Police Department partnerships with certain governments (CB 1201424)
• Designation of Thomas St as “Lenny Wilkens Way” (Res 320195)
• Updates to the Multifamily Housing Property Tax Exemption Program (CB 12015612)
• Establishment of the Renewable Plus Program for City Light (CB 1201606)

Finance and Housing Committee

The Finance and Housing Committee will discuss budget amendments, lease agreements, and departmental reports. The agenda includes a possible vote on an ordinance regarding 2021 Budget appropriations. Other items include a revenue forecast update and a report from the Office of Labor Standards.

• Ordinance CB 1201782 amending the 2021 Budget
• OPCD Director's Report on a proposed substitute bill
• Fort Lawton Lease Agreement briefing
• Revenue Forecast Update
• Office of Labor Standards Race and Social Justice Initiative Report

Transportation and Utilities Committee

The Transportation and Utilities Committee will consider several ordinances regarding Seattle City Light and Seattle Public Utilities. Proposed items include establishing a renewable energy program and funding Skagit River habitat improvements. The committee will also review surveillance technology impact reports for the Seattle Fire Department.

• Ordinance to establish the Renewable Plus Program for Seattle City Light
• Funding for Skagit River habitat and watershed improvements
• Updates to water regulations for Seattle Public Utilities
• Permission for University of Washington to maintain a pedestrian tunnel under 6th Avenue
• Review of surveillance technology impact reports for Seattle Fire Department cameras

Public Safety and Human Services Committee

The committee will discuss a pay-up policy proposal and a racial equity toolkit report for adults 25 and older. The agenda also includes a possible vote on an ordinance regarding Seattle Police Department partnerships.

• Pay-up Policy Proposal draft legislation briefing
• Pre-Filing Diversion Racial Equity Toolkit Report presentation
• Ordinance CB 1201423 regarding SPD training and partnerships

Governance and Education Committee

The committee will discuss an ordinance regarding city employment and classification titles. Members will also consider the reappointment of David G. Jones as City Auditor. The meeting includes a presentation on the Office of the City Auditor's 2020 Annual Report.

• Third Quarter 2021 Employment Ordinance (CB 1201721)
• Reappointment of David G. Jones as City Auditor (Appt 020332)
• Office of the City Auditor 2020 Annual Report and 2021 Work Program update

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council will review the August 16, 2021, meeting minutes and preview upcoming council and committee actions. The agenda also includes two closed executive sessions regarding pending, potential, or actual litigation.

• Approval of August 16, 2021, meeting minutes
• Preview of City Council actions and regional committees
• Executive sessions on pending, potential, or actual litigation

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances, including budget amendments for the 2021-2026 Capital Improvement Program. The agenda also includes adjustments to drainage, wastewater, and water service rates. Additionally, members will consider property rights acquisitions for the Terminal 5 project.

• Budget amendment moving $3.0m from Community Safety RFP to SPD
• Allocation of $1.1m for hiring bonuses and retention
• Adjusting drainage and wastewater rates due to King County changes
• Property rights acquisition for Terminal 5 Quiet Zone Improvements
• Ordinance establishing a new date for ending hazard pay requirements

Finance and Housing Committee

The Finance and Housing Committee will discuss a proposal regarding the Strategic Investment Fund Proviso Lift. The committee will also consider an ordinance to amend property tax exemptions for multifamily housing and a resolution calling for research on the MFTE program.

• Ordinance (CB 120156) to allow extended property tax exemptions for affordable homeownership
• Resolution (Res 320173) requesting research on the Multifamily Tax Exemption program
• Briefing on the Strategic Investment Fund Proviso Lift

Public Assets and Native Communities Committee

The committee will consider reappointments to the Seattle Indian Services Commission and two ordinances. One ordinance proposes transferring jurisdiction of certain waterfront streets to the Parks and Recreation Department. Another involves an agreement for the management of Woodland Park Zoo.

• Reappointment of N. Iris Friday to the Seattle Indian Services Commission
• Reappointment of Colleen Echohawk-Hayashi to the Seattle Indian Services Commission
• Ordinance designating portions of Alaskan Way, Elliot Way, Railroad Way, and Union Street as park boulevards
• Agreement between Seattle Parks and Recreation and Woodland Park Zoological Society for zoo management

Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee

The Seattle City Council Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee meeting scheduled for September 8, 2021, has been cancelled.

Community Economic Development Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance to establish a new 15th Avenue East Business Improvement Area. The proposal includes levying special assessments on commercial, multi-family residential, and mixed-use property owners within the area. The meeting also includes standard procedures such as public comment.

• Ordinance CB 1201621 establishing a new 15th Avenue East Business Improvement Area
• Proposed special assessments for commercial, multi-family residential, and mixed-use properties

City Council

The Seattle City Council meeting scheduled for September 7, 2021, was cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council briefing scheduled for September 7, 2021, has been cancelled. No items were scheduled for discussion or decision at this meeting.

Transportation and Utilities Committee

The committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding proposed rate changes for water, drainage, and wastewater services. The agenda also includes discussions on the University of Washington Husky Stadium transportation plan and property acquisitions for the Terminal 5 project. Additionally, members will consider appointments to various city advisory boards.

• Proposed adjustments to drainage, wastewater, and water rates
• Revised transportation management plan for University of Washington Husky Stadium
• Property rights acquisition for the Terminal 5 Quiet Zone Improvements project
• Establishment of a new Renewable Plus Program for Seattle City Light
• Reappointments to the Freight, Bicycle, and Transit Advisory Boards

Finance and Housing Committee

The committee will review updates to the Multifamily Housing Property Tax Exemption program and discuss mid-year budget amendments. The agenda also includes reappointments to the Community Roots Housing Governing Council and a lease for the Tsubota Property.

• Reappointment of three members to the Community Roots Housing Governing Council
• Ordinance for accepting non-City grants and funding (CB 120111)
• Mid-year budget amendments for the 2021-2026 Capital Improvement Program (CB 120112)
• Amendments to the Multifamily Housing Property Tax Exemption Program (CB 1201567)
• Lease agreement with Port of Seattle for Tsubota Property (CB 1201659)

Community Economic Development Committee

The Seattle City Council Community Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for August 17, 2021, has been cancelled. No legislative items were listed for discussion or decision.

Council Briefing

This meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of August 9, 2021, minutes. The council will also preview upcoming actions and hold an executive session regarding litigation.

• Approval of August 9, 2021, minutes
• Preview of City Council actions and committees
• Executive session on pending, potential, or actual litigation

City Council

The Seattle City Council is reviewing several ordinances, including a proposal to ban the ownership and use of less lethal weapons by the police department. Members will also discuss interim rules for downtown street-level spaces during the COVID-19 emergency and various commission appointments.

• Ordinance banning ownership or use of less lethal weapons (CB 1201056)
• Interim provisions for downtown street-level space occupancy (CB 1201218)
• Ordinance regarding parking enforcement and SPD position transfers (CB 1201487)
• Adoption of the 2021 Citywide Position List (CB 1201444)
• Payment of audited claims for August 2 through August 6, 2021 (CB 120158)

Community Economic Development Committee

The Community Economic Development Committee is holding a special meeting to review and vote on various appointments. These include positions for the Cultural Space Agency Public Development Authority, the Seattle Music Commission, the Seattle Women’s Commission, and the Seattle Human Rights Commission.

• Appointments to the Cultural Space Agency Public Development Authority Governing Council
• Appointments and reappointments to the Seattle Music Commission
• Appointments to the Seattle Women’s Commission
• Appointments and reappointments to the Seattle Human Rights Commission

Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing regarding interim provisions to facilitate the use of street-level spaces downtown during the COVID-19 emergency. Members will also discuss alternative development standards for small lots in Downtown Mixed Residential zones.

• Ordinance CB 1201211: Interim provisions for downtown street-level space occupancy
• Ordinance CB 1201532: Alternative development standards for small lots in Downtown Mixed Residential zones

Select Committee on Homelessness Strategies and Investments

The Select Committee on Homelessness Strategies and Investments is holding a special meeting. The session features a panel discussion regarding building capacity and workforce stabilization among city-contracted homelessness services providers.

• Panel discussion on capacity and workforce stabilization for city-contracted homelessness services providers
• Participation from representatives of Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle, Low Income Housing Institute, Chief Seattle Club, Catholic Community Services, YouthCare, and Downtown Emergency Service Center

Governance and Education Committee

The Governance and Education Committee meeting scheduled for August 10, 2021, has been cancelled.

Public Safety and Human Services Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance regarding parking enforcement and the transfer of positions out of the Seattle Police Department. The agenda also includes a briefing on the Community Safety Capacity Building RFP and the SPD quarterly finance and staffing report.

• Ordinance to amend parking enforcement and transfer SPD positions (CB 1201481)
• Community Safety Capacity Building RFP briefing
• Seattle Police Department Quarterly Finance and Staffing Report

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council will approve the minutes from the August 2, 2021, meeting. The agenda includes a presentation on the Seattle Reads 2021 program by the Seattle Public Library and a preview of upcoming council and committee actions.

• Approval of August 2, 2021, Council Briefing minutes
• Presentation on Seattle Reads 2021: “The Vanishing Half”
• Preview of City Council and regional committee actions

City Council

The Seattle City Council is reviewing several ordinances, including a $205 million interfund loan to the General Fund and budget amendments related to the COVID-19 response. The agenda also includes property acquisitions for parks and permits for pedestrian infrastructure near Swedish Health Services.

• $205,000,000 interfund loan to the General Fund (CB 120147)
• Lease of vacant land at 1000 NE 45th Street with Sound Transit (CB 120151)
• Naming the I-5 pedestrian and bicycle bridge as John Lewis Memorial Bridge (CB 120145)
• Property acquisitions for parks at 3638 34th Avenue South and 1024 South Elmgrove Street (CB 120140, CB 120141)
• Pedestrian tunnel and skybridge permits near Swedish Health Services (CB 120133, CB 120134)

Transportation and Utilities Committee

The Transportation and Utilities Committee will discuss ordinances regarding pedestrian bridges, tunnels, and skybridges. The agenda also includes requests to vacate alleys in South Lake Union and a presentation on the 2020 Seattle Public Utilities financial audit.

• Ordinance naming the I-5 pedestrian and bicycle bridge the John Lewis Memorial Bridge
• Permit for Swedish Health Services to construct a pedestrian tunnel under Minor Avenue
• Ordinance vacating alleys in South Lake Union for Acorn Development LLC
• Permit for ARE-SEATTLE NO. 33, LLC to install utility lines under Roy Street and Dexter Avenue North
• Presentation on the 2020 Outside Financial Audit of Seattle Public Utilities

Finance and Housing Committee

The committee will discuss several amendments to the 2021 Budget and Capital Improvement Program. Members will review recommendations from the Equitable Communities Initiative Task Force and the Multifamily Tax Exemption Annual Report. The agenda also includes considering interfund loans up to $205,000,000 to the General Fund.

• Authorization of interfund loans up to $205,000,000 to the General Fund (CB 1201474)
• Budget amendments related to COVID-19 response and Capital Improvement Program (CB 1201503)
• Review of Equitable Communities Initiative Task Force recommendations
• Presentation of the Multifamily Tax Exemption Annual Report
• Ordinance regarding department appropriations and position changes (CB 1201126)

Public Assets and Native Communities Committee

The committee will receive a construction update for Climate Pledge Arena. It will also consider ordinances regarding a tunnel under Thomas Street and the acquisition of two properties for Seattle Parks and Recreation.

• Climate Pledge Arena construction update
• Permit for a tunnel under Thomas Street (CB 1201392)
• Acquisition of 1024 South Elmgrove Street (CB 1201413)
• Acquisition of 3638 34th Avenue South (CB 1201404)

Council Briefing

This meeting consists of procedural items, including the approval of July 26, 2021, minutes and a president's report. The agenda also includes a preview of upcoming City Council and regional committee actions.

• Approval of July 26, 2021, meeting minutes
• President's Report
• Preview of City Council and regional committee actions

City Council

The Seattle City Council will review committee reports on several items, including a proposed charter amendment for the November 2, 2021, election. The agenda also includes ordinances for Yesler Terrace redevelopment and the creation of a fund for homelessness-related donations.

• Resolution 320122: Placing City Charter Amendment 29 on the November 2, 2021 ballot.
• CB 1201083: Ordinance regarding redevelopment at Yesler Terrace Master Planned Community.
• CB 1201096: Creating a fund for donations and grants related to homelessness response.
• Res 320115: Approving the 2021-2026 Seattle All-Hazards Mitigation Plan revision.
• CB 120143: Ordinance to pay audited claims from July 19 through July 23, 2021.

Select Committee on Homelessness Strategies and Investments

The committee will consider an ordinance to create a fund for donations, gifts, and grants related to Seattle's response to homelessness. Members will also receive a briefing on shelter investments and the Rapid Rehousing Program.

• Ordinance CB 1201091 to create a fund for homelessness-related donations, gifts, and grants
• Briefing on Shelter Investments and Rapid Rehousing Program
• Review of Housing and Shelter Funding Summary

Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing on amendments to "Neighborhood Residential Areas" and discuss ordinances for downtown street-level space occupancy during the COVID-19 emergency. Members will also consider redevelopment at the Yesler Terrace Master Planned Community. Additionally, the committee will review a resolution identifying proposed 2022 Comprehensive Plan amendments.

• Public hearing for "Neighborhood Residential Areas" amendment
• Ordinance CB 1201212 regarding downtown street-level space occupancy
• Ordinance CB 1201083 for Yesler Terrace redevelopment
• Resolution Res 320104 identifying proposed 2022 Comprehensive Plan amendments

Public Safety and Human Services Committee

The committee will discuss summary findings regarding the Executive Order on Re-imagining Policing and Community Safety. Members will also consider a resolution to approve the 2021-2026 Seattle All-Hazards Mitigation Plan. Presentations are scheduled for the Office of Inspector General and the Seattle Fire Department.

• Resolution 320113: Approving the 2021-2026 Seattle All-Hazards Mitigation Plan revision
• Summary findings on the Executive Order on Re-imagining Policing and Community Safety
• Office of Inspector General Sentinel Event Phase 1 Report briefing
• Seattle Fire Department RSJI Presentation

Sustainability and Renters' Rights Committee

The Sustainability and Renters' Rights Committee meeting scheduled for July 27, 2021, has been cancelled. No other agenda items were listed.

Council Briefing

This meeting consists of procedural items and a preview of upcoming council actions. No specific legislative decisions or public hearings are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of the July 19, 2021, Council Briefing minutes

City Council

The Seattle City Council will discuss a land exchange between the City and Seattle Public Schools near West Seattle Elementary School. The agenda also includes proposals for new on-street parking rates during large events and an ordinance to end hazard pay requirements. Several appointments to city commissions are also scheduled for consideration.

• Land exchange of City property at Walt Hundley Playfield for Seattle School District No. 1 property
• New on-street paid parking rates for large events with at least 10,000 attendees
• Subdivision of parcels at 11200 Pinehurst Way NE
• Ordinance to establish a new date for ending hazard pay requirements
• Approval of the 'The Pines at Northgate' plat

Transportation and Utilities Committee

The committee will consider ordinances to adjust Seattle Public Utilities drainage, wastewater, and water rates. These proposals include passing through King County treatment rate changes and amending low-income customer credits. The agenda also includes appointments to utility review panels and a presentation on the 2020 Seattle City Light financial audit.

• Ordinance to adjust drainage rates for SPU based on King County treatment rate changes
• Ordinance to adjust wastewater rates for SPU based on King County treatment rate changes
• Ordinance to revise water rates and charges for Seattle Public Utilities
• Petition to vacate a portion of Diagonal Avenue South, west of 4th Avenue South
• Presentation of the 2020 Outside Financial Audit of Seattle City Light

Community Economic Development Committee

The Community Economic Development Committee will review the Public Art Annual Report. The meeting also includes consideration of several appointments to the Seattle Music Commission and the Seattle Women’s Commission.

• Public Art Annual Report briefing and discussion
• Appointments to the Seattle Music Commission
• Appointments to the Seattle Women’s Commission

Finance and Housing Committee

The committee will discuss amendments to the 2021 budget and the acceptance of various non-City grants and loans. Members will also consider appointments to the Domestic Workers Standards Board and receive an update on the Seattle Rescue Plan Two.

• Possible votes on appointments to the Domestic Workers Standards Board
• Ordinance regarding 2021 Budget amendments and Equitable Communities Initiative recommendations
• Possible vote on authorizing acceptance of non-City grants, private funding, and loans
• Ordinance amending the 2021 budget and 2021-2026 Capital Improvement Program
• Process update for the Seattle Rescue Plan Two

Council Briefing

This meeting is a procedural briefing for the Seattle City Council. The agenda includes approving minutes from July 12, 2021, and reviewing upcoming council and regional committee actions.

• Approval of July 12, 2021, meeting minutes
• President's Report
• Preview of City Council and regional committee actions

City Council

The Seattle City Council will review several ordinance recommendations from various committees. Items include updates to the heating oil tax, extensions for multifamily housing tax exemptions, and the creation of an Office of Economic and Revenue Forecasts. The Council will also consider paying audited city claims from July 5 through July 9, 2021.

• Delaying the effective date of the heating oil tax (CB 120123)
• Extending the Multifamily Housing Property Tax Exemption program deadline (CB 120113)
• Creating a fund for Payroll Expense Tax revenues (CB 120118)
• Returning public records officer positions to the civil service system (CB 120120)
• Creating an Office of Economic and Revenue Forecasts (CB 120124)

Public Assets and Native Communities Committee

The Public Assets and Native Communities Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss several 2020 reports. The agenda includes briefings on the Seattle Public Library levy and RSJI reports. The committee will also review RSJI reports for Seattle Center and Seattle Parks and Recreation.

• Seattle Public Library 2020 Levy Report briefing
• Seattle Public Library 2020 RSJI Report briefing
• Seattle Center 2020 RSJI Report briefing
• Seattle Parks and Recreation 2020 RSJI Report briefing

Sustainability and Renters' Rights Committee

The committee will discuss renter protections regarding skyrocketing rents and relocation assistance for economic displacement. The agenda also includes a possible vote on an ordinance for rent increase notices and several appointments to the Green New Deal Oversight Board.

• Ordinance CB 1195854 requiring 180 days' notice for rent increases
• Discussion on relocation assistance for economic displacement
• Discussion on rent control
• Appointments to the Green New Deal Oversight Board

Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing regarding the 2021-2022 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Docket Setting Resolution. The agenda also includes discussions on a growth strategy racial equity toolkit report and a quarterly tree protection report. Additionally, members will review an ordinance for redevelopment at Yesler Terrace.

• Public hearing: 2021-2022 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Docket Setting Resolution
• Growth Strategy Racial Equity Toolkit Report briefing
• SDCI and OSE Quarterly Tree Protection Report
• Ordinance for Yesler Terrace Master Planned Community redevelopment (CB 1201084)

Public Safety and Human Services Committee

The committee will discuss the 2021 Mid-Year Accountability Report and the PayUp Policy Proposal. The agenda also includes a possible vote on an ordinance regarding the use of less lethal weapons by the Seattle Police Department.

• Briefing on the 2021 Mid-Year Accountability Report
• Discussion of the PayUp Policy Proposal
• Possible vote on Ordinance CB 1201053 regarding banning certain less lethal weapons

Governance and Education Committee

The committee will consider ordinances regarding public records officer positions and the creation of an Office of Economic and Revenue Forecasts. The meeting also includes an annual update on the Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy for the 2020-2021 school year.

• Ordinance returning public records officer positions to civil service (CB 1201201)
• Ordinance creating an Office of Economic and Revenue Forecasts (CB 1201242)
• Annual update for the Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy

City Council

The City Council is reviewing committee recommendations regarding a long-term lease for the Georgetown Steam Plant and land acquisition in South Park for affordable housing. The meeting also includes discussions on the City Light 2022-2026 Strategic Plan and changes to city treasury funds.

• Acquisition of two parcels in South Park for affordable housing (CB 1201147)
• Long-term lease and operating agreement for the Georgetown Steam Plant (CB 1201032)
• Adoption of City Light's 2022-2026 Strategic Plan and five-year rate path (Res 320073)
• Ordinance to change names of funds in the City Treasury (CB 1201174)
• Honorary designation of S Hill Street as “Clarence Acox Jr. Way” (Res 320091)

Council Briefing

This meeting consists of routine procedural items and a preview of upcoming council actions. The agenda includes approving minutes from July 6, 2021, and a president's report. No specific legislative or budgetary items are detailed in this briefing text.

• Approval of July 6, 2001, Council Briefing Minutes
• President's Report
• Preview of City Council actions and committee meetings

Public Assets and Native Communities Committee

The Seattle City Council Public Assets and Native Communities Committee meeting scheduled for July 9, 2021, has been cancelled. No agenda items were listed for this session.

Finance and Housing Committee

The Finance and Housing Committee will consider ordinances regarding property acquisitions in South Park and extensions to the Multifamily Housing Property Tax Exemption Program. The committee will also discuss updates to hazard pay requirements and guidelines for a new Payroll Expense Tax fund.

• Acquisition of two parcels in South Park for affordable housing and community space (CB 1201141)
• Extensions for the Multifamily Housing Property Tax Exemption Program deadline (CB 1201132)
• New end date for Seattle hazard pay requirements (CB 1201193)
• Creation of a fund for Payroll Expense Tax revenues (CB 1201184)

Transportation and Utilities Committee

The committee will review the five-year strategic plan and rate path for the City Light Department. Members will also consider a lease for the Georgetown Steam Plant and new parking rates for large events.

• 2022-2026 Strategic Plan and rate path for Seattle City Light (Res 320072)
• Lease and operating agreement for the Georgetown Steam Plant property (CB 1201033)
• On-street paid parking rates for events with at least 10,000 attendees (CB 1201154)
• Honorary designation of S Hill Street as “Clarence Acox Jr. Way” (Res 320091)

City Council

The City Council will review the introduction of new council bills and resolutions. The agenda also includes approving the June 28, 2021, journal and authorizing payments for audited claims.

• Ordinance CB 120116 to pay audited claims from June 21, 2021, through June 25, 2021
• Approval of the June 28, 2021, journal

Council Briefing

This meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of minutes from June 28, 2021. The agenda also includes a president's report and a preview of upcoming City Council and regional committee actions.

• Approval of June 28, 2021, meeting minutes
• President's report
• Preview of upcoming City Council and regional committee actions

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council will hold a briefing to approve minutes from June 21, 2021. The meeting also features a federal legislative briefing and a preview of upcoming council and regional committee actions.

• Approval of June 21, 2021, meeting minutes
• President's Report
• Federal Legislative Briefing with Sierra Howlett Browne and Leslie Pollner
• Preview of City Council and regional committee actions

City Council

The City Council will review a collective bargaining agreement for the Seattle Fire Chiefs Association and ordinances regarding affordable housing and historic preservation. The meeting also includes several appointments to various city boards and commissions.

• Collective bargaining agreement for Seattle Fire Chiefs Association (CB 120107)
• Affordable housing standards for religious organization properties (CB 120081)
• Historic preservation controls for Bordeaux House (CB 120106)
• Appointment of Meghann McCann as Court Administrator (Appt 019501)
• Name change and amendments for the Board of Park Commissioners (CB 120098)

Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance to modify development standards for affordable housing on religious-owned properties. The agenda also includes discussing historic preservation controls for Bordeaux House and reviewing the quarterly permitting report from the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections.

• Ordinance regarding affordable housing on religious organization properties (CB 1200811)
• Historic preservation controls and landmark designation for Bordeaux House (CB 1201062)
• Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections Quarterly Permitting Report

Select Committee on Homelessness Strategies and Investments

The Select Committee on Homelessness Strategies and Investments will review an update on the City's Inclement Weather Response Plan. The committee will also discuss and potentially vote on an ordinance to create a fund for donations, gifts, and grants related to homelessness response.

• Update on the City of Seattle’s Inclement Weather Response Plan
• Ordinance CB 1201092 to create a fund for donations, gifts, and grants related to homelessness response

Public Safety and Human Services Committee

The committee will discuss an ordinance regarding the use of less lethal weapons by the Seattle Police Department. The agenda also includes a briefing on health and crisis response investments and the appointment of Meghann McCann as Court Administrator.

• Ordinance banning the ownership, purchase, rent, storage, or use of less lethal weapons (CB 1201053)
• Appointment of Meghann McCann as Court Administrator of the Seattle Municipal Court
• Briefing on Council investments in health and crisis response

Sustainability and Renters' Rights Committee

The committee will discuss an ordinance requiring 180 days' notice for rent increases and review relocation assistance for economic displacement. Members will also consider several appointments to the Green New Deal Oversight Board.

• Ordinance requiring 180 days' notice for rent increases (CB 119585)
• Appointments to the Green New Deal Oversight Board
• Briefing on ending financial backing for fossil fuel infrastructure
• Discussion of relocation assistance for economic displacement

City Council

The Seattle City Council is reviewing ordinances related to the city's COVID-19 response, including budget amendments and the creation of a new treasury fund. The agenda also includes the 2021-2023 Housing Levy Administrative and Financial Plan and utility project financing.

• Collective bargaining agreement between Seattle and IBEW Local 77
• Budget amendments for COVID-19 response and a new Treasury fund
• Adoption of the 2021-2023 Housing Levy Administrative and Financial Plan
• Water Quality Financial Assistance Agreement for Ship Canal Water Quality Project
• Appointments to the Seattle Pedestrian Advisory Board

Council Briefing

This meeting consists of procedural items and a preview of upcoming council actions. The agenda includes approving minutes and a report from the President.

• Approval of Council Briefing Minutes
• President's Report
• Preview of City Council Actions, Council and Regional Committees

Transportation and Utilities Committee

The committee will discuss the City Light Department's 2022-2026 Strategic Plan and its associated five-year rate path. Members will also consider appointments to the Seattle Pedestrian Advisory Board and a water quality project loan agreement. A presentation on Sound Transit realignment is also scheduled.

• Adoption of City Light 2022-2026 Strategic Plan and rate path (Res 320074)
• Water Quality Financial Assistance Agreement for Ship Canal Water Quality Project (CB 1201005)
• Appointments to the Seattle Pedestrian Advisory Board: Hang Nguyen, Greyson Simon, and Erin K. Fitzpatrick
• Presentation on Sound Transit Realignment

Finance and Housing Committee

The Seattle City Council Finance and Housing Committee issued a cancellation notice for its special meeting scheduled for June 16, 2021. No other agenda items were listed.

• No items scheduled due to meeting cancellation

Finance and Housing Committee

The committee will discuss the 2021-2023 Housing Levy Administrative and Financial Plan and related funding policies. Members will also review ordinances regarding the city's COVID-19 response and budget appropriations. A briefing on a grocery workers hazard pay panel is also scheduled.

• Adoption of 2021-2023 Housing Levy Administrative and Financial Plan (CB 1201012)
• Ordinance for COVID-19 response and budget amendments (CB 120093)
• Ordinance regarding COVID-19 budget appropriations (CB 120094)
• Briefing on Grocery Workers Hazard Pay Panel

Community Economic Development Committee

The Community Economic Development Committee will hold a discussion regarding building an equitable economy. The session includes presentations on ARPA funding considerations and disaster gentrification.

• Discussion on Building an Equitable Economy - Discussion and Strategies
• Presentation on ARPA Funding Priorities by Ryan Donahue (Brookings Institution)
• Presentation on Disaster Gentrification by Gregory Davis (RBAC) and Yordanos Teferi (MCC)

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances regulating food delivery businesses and establishing labor standards for independent contractors. The agenda also includes decisions on Waterfront Local Improvement District assessments and various commission appointments.

• Regulation of food delivery businesses and platforms (CB 120092)
• Labor standards requirements for independent contractors (CB 120069)
• Assessments and bond issuance for Waterfront LID No. 6751 (CB 1200728)
• Zoning changes for the Seattle Center's Center Campus Subarea (CB 120051)
• Jurisdiction transfer of Whitman Avenue N and Woodland Park portions (CB 120032)

Council Briefing

This meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of minutes from June 7, 2021. The council will also receive a president's report and a preview of upcoming city council and regional committee actions.

• Approval of June 7, 2021, meeting minutes
• President's Report
• Preview of City Council and regional committee actions

Public Assets and Native Communities Committee

The special meeting of the Public Assets and Native Communities Committee scheduled for June 11, 2021, has been cancelled.

Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee

The Seattle City Council Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee meeting scheduled for June 9, 2021, has been cancelled. The notice includes contact information for accessibility requests and accommodations.

Public Safety and Human Services Committee

The Public Safety and Human Services Committee will host briefings on several city safety initiatives. The agenda includes a roundtable regarding the Crisis Response Continuum and an update on the 2021 All-Hazards Mitigation Plan. The committee will also discuss the Criminal Legal System Strategic Plan.

• Crisis Response Continuum Roundtable briefing
• Presentation of the draft 2021 All-Hazards Mitigation Plan
• Briefing on the Criminal Legal System Strategic Plan

Governance and Education Committee

The Governance and Education Committee will review several appointments to the Districting Commission and the Families, Education, Preschool and Promise Levy Oversight Committee. The meeting also includes briefings on a recovery plan from the Seattle Immigrant and Refugee Commission and an annual report for the K-12 and Seattle Preschool Program.

• Appointment of Rory O’Sullivan to Districting Commission
• Appointment of Eliseo Juarez to Districting Commission
• Appointment of Manuela Slye to Families, Education, Preschool and Promise Levy Oversight Committee
• Briefing on 'Steps Towards an Equitable Recovery' by the Seattle Immigrant and Refugee Commission
• Review of the FEPP Year 1 Annual Report

City Council

The Seattle City Council is considering several ordinances regarding residential rental tenancies and eviction defenses. The agenda also includes a resolution urging the extension of city and state eviction moratoriums through 2021.

• Six-month land use moratorium extension for mobile home parks (CB 1200801)
• Resolution urging Mayor Durkan and Governor Inslee to extend eviction moratoriums through 2021 (Res 319982)
• Ordinance providing eviction defenses for families and educators during the school year (CB 1200463)
• Ordinance providing eviction defense for rent due during the COVID-19 emergency (CB 1200774)
• Ordinance establishing a tenant's right of first refusal for new tenancies (CB 1200905)

Council Briefing

This meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of minutes from June 1, 2021, and a preview of upcoming council actions. No specific legislative items or contracts are detailed in this briefing agenda.

• Approval of June 1, 2021, meeting minutes
• Preview of City Council and regional committee actions

Finance and Housing Committee

The committee is reviewing budget amendments related to the COVID-19 response, including the Seattle Rescue Plan. Members will also discuss new labor standards for independent contractors and review the Housing Levy Annual Report.

• Ordinance amending 2021 Budget and CIP for COVID-19 response (CB 1200931)
• Ordinance regarding budget appropriations for COVID-19 response (CB 1200942)
• Labor standards requirements for independent contractors (CB 1200693)
• Housing Levy Annual Report and discussion of funding policy changes

Public Assets and Native Communities Committee

The committee is reviewing several ordinances related to city property and finance. These include updates to signage rules at Seattle Center and a land transfer between SDOT and Parks and Recreation in Woodland Park. The meeting also includes briefings on financing for the Waterfront Local Improvement District.

• Signage regulations for the Seattle Center subarea (CB 1200511)
• Jurisdiction transfer of Whitman Avenue N and Woodland Park between SDOT and Parks and Recreation (CB 1200322)
• Final assessments for Local Improvement District No. 6751 (CB 1200723)
• Bond issuance to finance improvements in the Waterfront LID (CB 1200734)

Community Economic Development Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to add new regulations for food delivery businesses to the Seattle Municipal Code. The agenda also includes several appointments and reappointments to the Seattle Music, LGBTQ, and Disability Commissions.

• Ordinance regulating food delivery businesses and platforms (CB 1200921)
• Reappointment of Benjamin J. Hunter to the Seattle Music Commission
• Reappointments to the Seattle Music Commission
• Appointments and reappointments to the Seattle LGBTQ Commission
• Appointments to the Seattle Disability Commission

Transportation and Utilities Committee

The committee will hold a briefing and discussion regarding Vision Zero. Presenters include Sam Zimbabwe, Allison Schwartz, and Jim Curtin from the Seattle Department of Transportation.

• Vision Zero briefing and discussion

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a six-month extension of the moratorium on changing uses at mobile home parks. The council will also discuss budget amendments for the 2021-2026 Capital Improvement Program and a property transfer to the Phinney Neighborhood Association.

• Public hearing on extending the moratorium for mobile home park use changes (CB 120080)
• Transfer of City property at 525 North 85th Street to Phinney Neighborhood Association (CB 120086)
• Ordinance to temporarily remove interest charges on delinquent utility accounts (CB 120089)
• Budget amendments for the Seattle Office for Civil Rights (CB 120087)
• Updates to city grading and construction codes (CB 120084, CB 120083)

Council Briefing

This meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of May 2021 meeting minutes. The Council will also hear a President's Report and a preview of upcoming council and committee actions.

• Approval of May 10, May 17, and May 24, 2021 minutes
• President's Report
• Preview of City Council and regional committee actions

Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee

The Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee will hold a public hearing on establishing a Mobile Home Park Overlay District. The meeting also includes discussions on transferring city property at 525 North 85th Street to the Phinney Neighborhood Association. Additionally, members will consider updates to construction codes and affordable housing standards for religious organizations.

• Establishment of a Mobile Home Park Overlay District (CB 1200791)
• Transfer of City property at 525 North 85th Street to Phinney Neighborhood Association (CB 1200863)
• Affordable housing development standards for religious organizations (CB 1200814)
• Updates to Seattle construction, energy, and building codes (CB 1200835)
• Amendments to the Grading Code regarding land disturbing activity (CB 1200846)

Select Committee on Homelessness Strategies and Investments

The committee will discuss the development and impact of the JustCARE collective impact model. A briefing and discussion featuring a provider panel is also scheduled.

• Briefing on the JustCARE multi-faceted collective impact model
• JustCARE provider panel including Community Passageways, Public Defender Association, and Asian Counseling and Referral Service

Public Safety and Human Services Committee

The Public Safety and Human Services Committee will hold a briefing on the Office of Police Accountability 2020 Annual Report. Presenters from the office will provide a presentation and discussion regarding the report.

• Briefing and discussion of the Office of Police Accountability 2020 Annual Report

Sustainability and Renters' Rights Committee

The Sustainability and Renters' Rights Committee is reviewing three proposed ordinances regarding residential rental tenancies. These include creating eviction defenses for families during the school year and establishing a right of first refusal for tenants. The committee will also consider protections for rent due during the COVID-19 civil emergency.

• Ordinance CB 1200461: Eviction defense for children, families, and educators during the school year
• Ordinance CB 1200902: Right of first refusal for tenants in new residential rental tenancies
• Ordinance CB 1200773: Eviction defense for rent due during the COVID-19 civil emergency

City Council

The Seattle City Council is reviewing ordinances regarding the Office for Civil Rights and commercial tenancies. The agenda also includes approvals for various surveillance technologies used by the Seattle Police Department. Additionally, the council will consider property transfers and several appointments to the Seattle Design Commission.

• Transferring positions from SPD to Community Safety and Communications Center (CB 1200653)
• Approving police use of FLIR and video recording surveillance technology (CB 1200536, CB 1200558)
• Ordinance regarding the organization of the Office for Civil Rights (CB 1200001)
• Transferring real property from Skagit County to Seattle City Light (CB 1200525)
• Requesting FAA transfer of excess property at Discovery Park (Res 32006)

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council will hold a briefing to approve minutes and preview upcoming council and regional committee actions. The agenda also includes a president's report and a closed executive session regarding litigation.

• Approval of the minutes
• President's Report
• Preview of City Council and regional committee actions
• Executive Session on pending, potential, or actual litigation

Transportation and Utilities Committee

The committee is reviewing ordinances regarding the use of various surveillance technologies by the Seattle Police Department. Members will also discuss maintenance permits for several downtown pedestrian tunnels and skybridges. Additionally, the agenda includes a property transfer from Skagit County to Seattle City Light.

• Ordinances for pedestrian skybridge and tunnel maintenance in downtown Seattle
• Approval of SPD use of FLIR and video recording surveillance technology
• Property transfer from Skagit County to Seattle City Light
• Reappointment of Marilyn K. Firman to the School Traffic Safety Committee
• Internet for All status report presentation

Finance and Housing Committee

The Finance and Housing Committee will hold briefings on Domestic Workers Standards Board recommendations and American Rescue Plan Act direct aid. The committee will also discuss an ordinance regarding labor standards requirements for independent contractors in Seattle.

• Labor standards requirements for independent contractors (CB 1200693)
• Domestic Workers Standards Board Recommendations briefing
• American Rescue Plan Act Direct Aid presentation

Community Economic Development Committee

The committee will discuss updates on the Fossil Fuel Transition Study and participatory budgeting legislation. The meeting also includes potential votes on ordinances regarding the Office for Civil Rights and commercial tenancies.

• Fossil Fuel Transition Study Update (Clerk File 321932)
• Participatory Budgeting Proviso Lift draft legislation
• Ordinance regarding Office for Civil Rights organization (CB 1200003)
• Ordinance regarding commercial tenancies (CB 1200714)

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council is conducting a briefing to review the 2021 State Legislative Session Report. The meeting also includes overviews of the operating and capital budgets, as well as child care and early learning budget details.

• 2021 State Legislative Session Report
• Operating Budget Summary
• Capital Budget Overview
• Child Care and Early Learning Operating Budget Detail
• Executive Session on pending, potential, or actual litigation

City Council

The Seattle City Council is reviewing committee recommendations for several ordinances. These include amendments to the 2021 budget, updates to street use permit fees, and a stormwater code update. The Council will also consider an ordinance regarding city employment and pay structures.

• 2021 Budget amendments (CB 1200672)
• Street and sidewalk use permit fee changes (CB 1200683)
• Stormwater Code update (CB 1200444)
• First Quarter 2021 Employment Ordinance (CB 1200661)
• Payment of audited claims for May 3-7, 2021 (CB 120070)

Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee

The committee will review an ordinance regarding street and sidewalk use permit fees. Members will also discuss a proposed Mobile Home Park Overlay District and budget amendments for the Department of Neighborhoods. Additionally, staff will present updates to Seattle construction and grading codes.

• Amendment to Street Use Permit Fee Schedule (CB 1200681)
• Proposed Mobile Home Park Overlay District
• 2021 Budget amendment for Department of Neighborhoods grants (CB 1200673)
• Updates to Seattle Grading Code and construction codes

Sustainability and Renters' Rights Committee

The committee will hold a panel discussion regarding the fixed-term lease loophole in the Just Cause Eviction Ordinance. The meeting also includes briefings on ordinances related to residential tenancy terminations and renewal requirements. These items involve proposed amendments to the Seattle Municipal Code.

• Panel discussion on closing the fixed-term lease loophole in the Just Cause Eviction Ordinance (CB 120056 and CB 120057)
• Ordinance CB 120056 regarding extending just cause protections to rental agreement renewals or extensions
• Ordinance CB 120057 regarding requirements for landlords to have just cause to refuse lease renewals
• Ordinance CB 120046 providing eviction defenses for certain families and educators during the school year

Public Safety and Human Services Committee

The Public Safety and Human Services Committee will discuss ordinances to amend the 2021 Budget. This includes a proposal to transfer positions from the Seattle Police Department to the Community Safety and Communications Center.

• Transferring positions from the Seattle Police Department to the Community Safety and Communications Center (CB 1200651)
• Amending Ordinance 126237 regarding the 2021 Budget and Capital Improvement Program (CB 1199812)

Governance and Education Committee

The Governance and Education Committee will consider an ordinance regarding the First Quarter 2021 Employment Ordinance and pay zone structures. The committee will also hold briefings on challenges facing home-based and center-based childcare facilities and review 2019 Council Budget Actions for expanding childcare access.

• First Quarter 2021 Employment Ordinance (CB 1200661) regarding pay zones and civil service positions
• Briefing on challenges and strategies for home-based and center-based childcare facilities
• Discussion of 2019 Council Budget Actions for expanding childcare access

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items including budget amendments and board appointments. Key discussions include a property transfer in Southeast Seattle for affordable housing development and updates to HUD grant funding.

• Property transfer in Southeast Seattle for affordable housing development
• Amendments to the 2021 Budget and Capital Improvement Program
• Acceptance of HUD grant funds for community development programs
• Covenant changes for Red Barn Ranch and North Rainier Park
• Use agreement with Southwest Youth and Family Services for a family support center

Council Briefing

This meeting consists of procedural items, including the approval of minutes from May 3, 2021. The council will preview upcoming City Council and regional committee actions. An executive session regarding pending, potential, or actual litigation is also scheduled.

• Approval of May 3, 2021, meeting minutes
• Preview of City Council and regional committee actions
• Executive Session on pending, potential, or actual litigation

Select Committee on Homelessness Strategies and Investments

The Select Committee on Homelessness Strategies and Investments will hold a special meeting to review several city programs. The agenda includes briefings on the Street Sink Program, the HOPE Team, and 2021 shelter investments.

• Briefing on Seattle’s Street Sink Program
• Discussion of Seattle’s Homelessness Outreach and Provider Ecosystem (HOPE) Team
• Discussion of Seattle’s 2021 Shelter Investments

Public Assets and Native Communities Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing regarding Council Bill 120048. This bill proposes removing restrictive covenants from the approximately 39-acre Red Barn Ranch property. Removing these restrictions would allow the city to use the land for purposes other than outdoor recreation.

• Public hearing on Council Bill 120048
• Proposal to remove recreational covenants from 17601 SE Lake Moneysmith Rd.

Finance and Housing Committee

The Finance and Housing Committee is conducting a remote public hearing to solicit community feedback. The session focuses on how expected federal aid from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) should be allocated.

• Public hearing regarding the allocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) federal funds

Finance and Housing Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance authorizing the acceptance of real property in Southeast Seattle for affordable housing development. The agenda also includes a discussion on transparency requirements for contract workers and several appointments to labor-related boards.

• Ordinance accepting real property transfer in Southeast Seattle for affordable housing (CB 1200589)
• Discussion on transparency requirements for contract workers
• Appointments to the Labor Standards Advisory Commission
• Appointments to the Domestic Workers Standards Board

Public Assets and Native Communities Committee

The committee will consider several appointments to local boards and commissions. It will also hold a public hearing on property changes for Red Barn Ranch and North Rainier Park. Additionally, the committee will discuss agreements involving Seattle Public Schools and Southwest Youth and Family Services.

• Ordinance regarding Red Barn Ranch and North Rainier Park covenants (CB 1200484)
• Agreement with Seattle School District 1 for Helene Madison Pool and Southwest Teen Life Center (CB 1200335)
• Use agreement with Southwest Youth and Family Services for family support programs (CB 1200506)
• Appointment of Misha Y. Averill to Seattle Indian Services Commission
• Reappointment of Denise Moriguchi to Washington State Convention Center Board

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council will review upcoming council actions and committee activities. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from April 26, 2021, and a closed executive session regarding litigation.

• Approval of April 26, 2021, meeting minutes
• Preview of May 3, 2021, City Council actions
• Executive session on pending, potential, or actual litigation

Select Committee on Homelessness Strategies and Investments

The Seattle City Council Select Committee on Homelessness Strategies and Investments meeting scheduled for April 28, 2021, has been cancelled. The committee is rescheduled to meet on May 6, 2021.

Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance 126293, known as Bringing Business Home. The agenda also includes briefings on annual reports from the Department of Neighborhoods and the Seattle Design Commission. Additionally, officials will present a report on the Race and Social Justice Initiative.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 120001/Ordinance 126293 (Bringing Business Home)
• Department of Neighborhoods Annual Report briefing
• OPCD and SDCI Race and Social Justice Initiative report
• Seattle Design Commission Annual Report briefing

Public Safety and Human Services Committee

The committee will hear a briefing regarding the Interdepartmental Team on Policing and Community Safety. The agenda also includes a review of the Seattle Police Department's quarterly finance and staffing report and an update from the Human Services Department.

• Briefing on Interdepartmental Team on Policing and Community Safety
• Seattle Police Department Quarterly Finance and Staffing Report
• Human Services Department update on Safe and Thriving Communities and Victim Advocate Transfer

Sustainability and Renters' Rights Committee

The committee will discuss ordinances providing eviction defenses for families and educators during the school year. The meeting also includes a community panel discussion on the Green New Deal in Seattle.

• CB 1200461: Ordinance providing eviction defenses for certain families and educators during the school year
• CB 1200563: Ordinance extending just cause protections to rental agreement renewals or extensions
• Community panel discussion on the Green New Deal in Seattle

City Council

The Seattle City Council will review committee recommendations for 2021 budget amendments and a cable television franchise transfer. The agenda also includes an ordinance to pay audited claims from the week of April 12, 2021.

• Ordinance amending the 2021 Budget to change appropriations and create positions (CB 1200411)
• Ordinance authorizing the transfer of control of WaveDivision I, LLC for cable television (CB 1200432)
• Ordinance to pay audited claims from April 12 through April 16, 2021 (CB 120049)

Council Briefing

The council will review upcoming City Council actions and regional committee activities. The meeting includes the approval of minutes from April 19, 2021, and three closed executive sessions regarding litigation.

• Approval of April 19, 2021, Council Briefing minutes
• Preview of City Council actions and regional committee activities
• Three closed executive sessions regarding pending, potential, or actual litigation

Transportation and Utilities Committee

The committee will consider a new strategic business plan and three-year rate forecast for Seattle Public Utilities. Members will also review budget amendments for transportation projects and an easement agreement for City Light property near Boeing Field.

• Ordinance to amend the 2021-2026 Capital Improvement Program and Transportation Benefit District Fund (CB 1200422)
• Resolution adopting the 2021-2026 Seattle Public Utilities Strategic Business Plan (Res 320003)
• Ordinance authorizing a temporary easement agreement between City Light and King County near Boeing Field (CB 1200454)
• Ordinance regarding the transfer of control for WaveDivision I, LLC cable television franchise (CB 1200436)
• Presentation on bridge audit repair, maintenance, and seismic safety updates

Finance and Housing Committee

The committee will discuss the American Rescue Plan Act Community Panel and economic revenue forecasts. The agenda includes a possible vote on an ordinance regarding $18 million in COVID relief funds. Members will also review Northgate Commons redevelopment and contract worker transparency requirements.

• Continuation of $18 million COVID Relief Funds Emergency Allocation (CB 1200412)
• American Rescue Plan Act Community Panel briefing
• Economic Revenue Forecast discussion
• Northgate Commons Acquisition and Redevelopment Partnership briefing
• Transparency Requirements for Contract Workers discussion

Community Economic Development Committee

The committee will consider several appointments to the Seattle Arts Commission and the Equitable Development Initiative Advisory Board. Members will also discuss an ordinance for the AIDS Memorial Pathway artwork installation and changes to the Office for Civil Rights organization. A briefing on Participatory Budgeting is also scheduled.

• Ordinance regarding artwork installation at the AIDS Memorial Pathway project
• Amendments to the Seattle Municipal Code for the Office for Civil Rights
• Appointments to the Seattle Arts Commission
• Appointments to the Equitable Development Initiative Advisory Board
• Participatory Budgeting update

City Council

The Seattle City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding the use of police surveillance technologies, including 911 logging and license plate readers. The agenda also includes proposals to expand emergency bill assistance programs for Seattle City Light and Seattle Public Utilities.

• Ordinances approving various Seattle Police Department surveillance technologies, such as Automated License Plate Readers and CopLogic
• Expansion of emergency bill assistance programs for Seattle City Light and Seattle Public Utilities
• Resolution supporting the renewal of King County’s Best Starts for Kids Levy
• Appointments to the Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission
• Appointments to the Community Police Commission

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council briefing includes updates on the 2021 State Legislative Session. The agenda also features a preview of upcoming City Council actions and committee meetings.

• Approval of April 12, 2021, meeting minutes
• State legislative session updates from the Office of Intergovernmental Relations
• Preview of City Council actions and regional committees
• Executive session regarding pending, potential, or actual litigation

Sustainability and Renters' Rights Committee

The special meeting of the Seattle City Council Sustainability and Renters' Rights Committee scheduled for April 15, 2021, has been cancelled. The provided text contains only this cancellation notice.

Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee

The Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee meeting scheduled for April 14, 2021, was cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.

Public Safety and Human Services Committee

The Public Safety and Human Services Committee is reviewing two potential appointments to the Community Police Commission. The items include consideration of Katherine Seibel and Le’Jayah A. Washington for terms ending December 31, 2021.

• Appointment of Katherine Seibel to the Community Police Commission
• Appointment of Le’Jayah A. Washington to the Community Police Commission

Governance and Education Committee

The Governance and Education Committee will consider the renewal of King County’s Best Starts for Kids Levy via Resolution 320024. The committee will also review appointments to the Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission. Additionally, officials will present a report on the Seattle Promise program.

• Appointment of Zachary Pekelis Jones to the Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission
• Appointment of Kristin A. Hawes to the Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission
• Resolution 320024 supporting the Best Starts for Kids Levy renewal
• Presentation on the Seattle Promise Racial Equity Toolkit Analysis Report

City Council

The Seattle City Council is reviewing several ordinances, including changes to the payroll expense tax and updates to the 2021 budget. The agenda also includes committee reports on property transfers for transportation projects and various board appointments.

• Amending the payroll expense tax for businesses in Seattle (CB 120030)
• Updating the 2021 City Budget and appropriations (CB 120029)
• Accepting a property donation for the Lake City Living Memorial Triangle (CB 120013)
• Transferring jurisdiction of Georgetown Steam Plant flume property to Seattle Public Utilities (CB 120014)
• A request to extend the deadline for a surveillance impact report (CF 31447)

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council will review minutes from the April 5, 2021 meeting and receive reports on the state legislative session. Presenters from the Office of Intergovernmental Relations will provide these updates. The council will also preview upcoming actions for the day's full council and committee meetings.

• Approval of April 5, 2021 meeting minutes
• State legislative session updates from the Office of Intergovernmental Relations
• Preview of City Council and regional committee actions for April 12, 2021

Transportation and Utilities Committee

The committee will review several ordinances regarding the use of surveillance technology by the Seattle Police Department. Members will also discuss the Seattle Public Utilities 2021-2026 Strategic Business Plan and potential rate paths. Additionally, the agenda includes a property donation for the Lake City Living Memorial Triangle.

• Ordinance to accept property donation for Lake City Living Memorial Triangle
• Adoption of 2021-2026 Seattle Public Utilities Strategic Business Plan
• Surveillance technology impact reports for SPD 911 Logging Recorder
• Surveillance technology impact reports for Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR)
• Transfer of jurisdiction for Georgetown Steam Plant flume property

Public Assets and Native Communities Committee

The committee will hold hearings on appeals regarding the final assessment roll for Waterfront Local Improvement District No. 6751. These proceedings involve reviewing findings and recommendations from the Hearing Examiner. The council will not accept public comment during this meeting.

• Appeals to the Findings and Recommendation of the Hearing Examiner for Waterfront LID #6751

Finance and Housing Committee

The Finance and Housing Committee is reviewing ordinances to amend the 2021 City Budget and change department appropriations. Members will also discuss updates to the payroll expense tax for businesses in Seattle. Additionally, the committee will consider appointments to two advisory boards.

• Ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept non-City grant funds (CB 1200185)
• Ordinance amending the 2021 Budget and department appropriations (CB 1200296)
• Ordinance amending the payroll expense tax for businesses in Seattle (CB 1200307)
• Appointment of Dan Torres to the Sweetened Beverage Tax Community Advisory Board
• Appointment of Joel Shapiro to the Labor Standards Advisory Commission

City Council

This meeting consists primarily of procedural items, including the approval of previous minutes and the introduction of new council bills. The Council will also consider an ordinance to pay audited claims from March 22 through March 26, 2021.

• Ordinance CB 120023 to pay audited claims for March 22–26, 2021
• Approval of the March 29, 2021, meeting minutes

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council will review updates regarding the state legislative session. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the March 29, 2021, briefing and a preview of upcoming council actions.

• Approval of March 29, 2021, Council Briefing minutes
• State Legislative Session updates from the Office of Intergovernmental Relations
• Preview of City Council actions and committee activities for April 5, 2021

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to guarantee legal counsel for renters in unlawful detainer suits. The agenda also includes updates to City Light electricity rates and the historic designation of the Swedish Club. Several appointments to city boards are also up for consideration.

• Ordinance providing legal counsel for residential evictions (CB 120007)
• Updates to City Light electricity rates and terms for 2021-2022 (CB 1200156)
• Historic preservation controls for the Swedish Club (CB 120021)
• Appointments to the Green New Deal Oversight Board
• Payment of audited city claims from March 15–19, 2021 (CB 120022)

Council Briefing

The Council will receive updates on the 2021 State Legislative Session from the Office of Intergovernmental Relations. The meeting includes a preview of upcoming City Council actions and committee meetings. An executive session regarding pending, potential, or actual litigation is also scheduled.

• Approval of March 22, 2021, minutes
• State Legislative Session updates
• Preview of City Council actions and committees
• Executive session on pending, potential, or actual litigation

Select Committee on Homelessness Strategies and Investments

The Seattle City Council Select Committee on Homelessness Strategies and Investments meeting scheduled for March 24, 2021, was cancelled. No items were scheduled for discussion.

Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee

The Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee will review an ordinance regarding historic preservation for the Swedish Club. The meeting also includes briefings on quarterly tree reports and SDCI permitting.

• Ordinance to add the Swedish Club to the Table of Historical Landmarks
• SDCI and OSE Quarterly Tree Report
• Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections (SDCI) Permitting Report

Public Safety and Human Services Committee

The committee will review the Office of Emergency Management's 2020 Annual Report. Members will also hold a briefing and possible vote on an ordinance amending the 2021 budget and capital improvement program.

• Office of Emergency Management 2020 Annual Report briefing
• Ordinance CB 1199812 regarding 2021 budget and capital improvement program amendments

Sustainability and Renters' Rights Committee

The committee will discuss strengthening "Just Cause" eviction protections and review the Office of Sustainability and Environment's 2021 Climate Justice Priorities. The meeting also includes potential votes on several appointments to the Green New Deal Oversight Board.

• Briefing on 'Just Cause' eviction protections
• Review of 2021 Climate Justice Priorities
• Appointments to the Green New Deal Oversight Board
• Discussion on electrifying Seattle's infrastructure

City Council

The Council will consider committee recommendations regarding the 2021 Budget and Capital Improvement Program. The agenda also includes a resolution for federal COVID-19 relief funding and approvals for surveillance technology use in city departments.

• Amendments to the 2021 Budget and Capital Improvement Program (CB 120019)
• Resolution for federal COVID-19 relief and recovery funding priorities (Res 319992)
• Partial release of a Seattle City Light easement to the City of Kirkland (CB 1200083)
• SDOT grant acceptance and West Seattle Bridge project allocations (CB 1200174)
• Surveillance technology approvals for City Light and the Fire Department (CB 1200025, CB 1200036)

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council will hold a briefing regarding state legislative session updates and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. The agenda also includes approval of March 15 minutes and a preview of upcoming council actions.

• Approval of March 15, 2021, Council Briefing Minutes
• State Legislative Session Updates presentation
• Presentation on American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
• Preview of City Council actions and committee meetings

Transportation and Utilities Committee

The committee will discuss or potentially vote on ordinances regarding Seattle City Light electricity rates and the use of surveillance technologies by city departments. Members will also receive an update on the West Seattle Bridge status and review grant funds for the Department of Transportation.

• Amending electricity rates and terms for 2021 and 2022 (CB 1200152)
• Status update on the West Seattle Bridge
• Authorizing surveillance technology use for SPD, SFD, and City Light
• Releasing a transmission corridor easement to the City of Kirkland (CB 1200081)
• Accepting non-City grant funds for SDOT projects (CB 1200174)

Finance and Housing Committee

The Finance and Housing Committee is reviewing resolutions and ordinances related to federal COVID-19 relief funds and the 2021 City Budget. The meeting includes discussions on using future federal funding for recovery efforts and changes to department appropriations.

• Resolution 319991: Identifying priorities for future federal COVID-19 relief and recovery funding
• Ordinance CB 1200193: Amending the 2021 Budget and 2021-2026 Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
• Ordinance CB 1200184: Authorizing the acceptance of non-City grant funds and amending the 2021 Budget

Community Economic Development Committee

The committee will hold a briefing on the Equitable Recovery Overview. It will also host a roundtable discussion regarding the economic impact of COVID-19. Presenters include officials from the Office of Economic Development and representatives from local business groups.

• Equitable Recovery Overview briefing
• COVID-19 Economic Impact Community Roundtable

City Council

The City Council will review committee reports regarding several ordinances and appointments. Key items include legislation for legal counsel in eviction cases and interim regulations for home-based businesses. The meeting also covers a spending plan for the Human Services Department.

• Ordinance providing right to legal counsel for residential evictions (CB 120007)
• Resolution urging extension of eviction moratoriums through 2021 (Res 31998)
• Interim regulations for home occupation businesses (CB 120001)
• Spending plan for the Human Services Department (CB 120011)
• Appointments to the Community Police Commission

Council Briefing

The council will review minutes from the March 8, 2021 meeting and receive reports on the state legislative session. Presenters from the Office of Intergovernmental Relations will provide these updates. The agenda also includes a preview of upcoming City Council actions.

• Approval of March 8, 2021 minutes
• State legislative session updates
• Preview of City Council and regional committee actions

Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee

The committee will discuss an ordinance to allow home occupation businesses to operate with fewer limitations during the COVID-19 emergency. Members will also receive annual reports from the Office of Planning and Community Development and the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections.

• Ordinance for interim home occupation business regulations (CB 1200011)
• Office of Planning and Community Development Annual Report briefing
• Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections Annual Report briefing

Public Safety and Human Services Committee

The committee will review several appointments to the Community Police Commission, including an Executive Director. The session also includes discussions on spending plans for the Human Services Department and amendments to the 2021 budget.

• Appointments for six members and one Executive Director to the Community Police Commission
• Ordinance CB 1200118 regarding Human Services Department appropriations and a spending plan
• Ordinance CB 1199819 amending the 2021 Budget and Capital Improvement Program

Governance and Education Committee

The committee will vote on appointing Bao-Tram Do and Amanda Sandoval to the Seattle Immigrant and Refugee Commission. The meeting also includes briefings on COVID-19 responses for immigrant communities and city childcare strategies.

• Appointment of Bao-Tram Do to the Seattle Immigrant and Refugee Commission
• Appointment of Amanda Sandoval to the Seattle Immigrant and Refugee Commission
• Briefing on COVID-19 Responses and Positive Community Outcomes
• Discussion of Birth-to-Three and Childcare Strategies

City Council

The Seattle City Council is reviewing several committee reports, including numerous appointments to city commissions and advisory boards. The council will also consider amendments to the 2021-2026 Capital Improvement Program budget and an ordinance regarding contracting indebtedness.

• Amendment to 2021-2026 Capital Improvement Program budget (CB 120009)
• Ordinance relating to contracting indebtedness (CB 120006)
• Resolution establishing a capital project Watch List (Res 31991)
• Resolution for private parking on East Howe Street (Res 31988)
• Ordinance to pay audited claims from February 2021 (CB 120010)

Council Briefing

The council will receive updates regarding the state legislative session from the Office of Intergovernmental Relations. The meeting also includes a preview of upcoming city council actions and committee activities. Additionally, the council will approve minutes from the March 1, 2021, briefing.

• Approval of March 1, 2021, Council Briefing minutes
• State Legislative Session Updates
• Preview of City Council actions and committee activities
• Executive sessions regarding pending or actual litigation

Sustainability and Renters' Rights Committee

The committee will host a community panel discussion regarding preventing evictions and extending the eviction moratorium. Members will also consider an ordinance providing legal counsel to residential renters in unlawful detained suits. Additionally, several reappointments to the Seattle Renters’ Commission are up for vote.

• Ordinance CB 1200072: Guaranteeing right to legal counsel for renters facing eviction
• Community panel discussion on preventing evictions and the eviction moratorium
• Reappointment of Dinah Braccio to Seattle Renters’ Commission
• Reappointment of Calvin R. Jones to Seattle Renters’ Commission
• Reappointment of Mac Scotty Ray McGregor to Seattle Renters’ Commission

Transportation and Utilities Committee

The committee is reviewing amendments to the 2021 budget and Capital Improvement Program for the Seattle Department of Transportation. The agenda also includes surveillance technology impact reports for the Police, Fire, and City Light departments. Other items include an easement release to Kirkland and a parking area proposal in Eastlake.

• Amendments to 2021-2026 Capital Improvement Program project allocations
• Release of Seattle City Light transmission corridor easement to the City of Kirkland
• Proposed private parking area on East Howe Street in Eastlake
• Surveillance technology impact reports for Seattle Police Department
• Surveillance technology impact reports for Seattle Fire Department and City Light

Public Assets and Native Communities Committee

The committee will hold a hearing on appeals related to the final assessment roll for Waterfront Local Improvement District No. 6751. This quasi-judicial matter involves reviewing findings and recommendations from the Hearing Examiner. Public comment is not being accepted at this meeting.

• Appeals regarding the final assessment roll for Waterfront LID #6751
• Review of Hearing Examiner's Findings and Recommendation (CF 321780)

Finance and Housing Committee

The Finance and Housing Committee will consider an ordinance regarding contracting indebtedness and a resolution for a 2021 capital project watch list. The meeting also includes briefings on federal funding priorities and hotel assistance.

• Ordinance CB 1200061 relating to contracting indebtedness
• Resolution 319912 establishing a capital project watch list for 2021
• Briefing on federal funding and council priorities
• Hotel assistance update

Council Briefing

This council briefing consists of procedural items including the approval of previous minutes and a preview of upcoming actions. The meeting also features updates on the state legislative session from the Office of Intergovernmental Relations.

• Approval of February 22, 2021, meeting minutes
• State legislative session updates
• Preview of City Council actions and regional committees

City Council

The City Council is reviewing land use and zoning regulations regarding the development of permanent supportive housing. The agenda also includes several appointments to city boards and offices, as well as the adoption of the 2021 Work Program.

• Zoning changes for permanent supportive housing (CB 119975)
• Appointment of Steven Marchese as Director, Office of Labor Standards
• Appointment of Rita Howard to the Seattle Housing Authority Board
• Adoption of the Seattle City Council 2021 Work Program (Res 319946)
• Ordinance for payment of audited claims from February 15–19, 2021 (CB 120005)

Community Economic Development Committee

The Community Economic Development Committee will review several reappointments and new appointments for various Seattle commissions. These include positions on the Human Rights, Arts, and Women’s Commissions. The committee will also hear a final presentation from the Black Brilliance Research Project.

• Reappointments to the Seattle Commission for People with Disabilities
• Appointments to the Equitable Development Initiative Advisory Board
• Appointments to the Seattle Arts Commission
• Black Brilliance Research Project final presentation

Select Committee on Homelessness Strategies and Investments

The Select Committee on Homelessness Strategies and Investments will receive an update from the Human Services Department regarding 2021 homelessness investments. The committee will also discuss ordinance CB 119975, which proposes new regulations for permanent supportive housing development through land use and zoning amendments.

• Human Services Department update on 2021 Homelessness Investments
• Ordinance CB 119975 regarding permanent supportive housing zoning regulations

Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee

The committee will hold briefings on the Department of Neighborhoods' Race and Social Justice Initiative and the Urban Forestry Commission's 2021 work plan. Members will also discuss an ordinance regarding interim land use regulations for home occupations during the COVID-19 emergency.

• Ordinance CB 1200013 regarding home occupation business regulations
• Department of Neighborhoods Race and Social Justice Initiative Report
• Urban Forestry Commission 2021 Work Plan
• P-Patch 2020 Annual Report

Sustainability and Renters' Rights Committee

The Sustainability and Renters' Rights Committee meeting scheduled for February 23, 2021, has been cancelled. The meeting is rescheduled to March 4, 2021, at 9:30 a.m.

Public Safety and Human Services Committee

The committee will hear a briefing on the 2021 Seattle Fire Department Work Plan. Members will also discuss an ordinance to amend the 2021 Budget and Capital Improvement Program.

• 2021 Seattle Fire Department Work Plan briefing
• Ordinance amending the 2021 Budget (CB 119981)
• Amendments to the 2021-2026 Capital Improvement Program

Council Briefing

The meeting includes updates on state legislative sessions from the Office of Intergovernmental Relations. The council will also review upcoming City Council actions and approve minutes from February 16, 2021.

• Approval of February 16, 2021, meeting minutes
• State Legislative Session updates
• Preview of City Council actions

City Council

The Seattle City Council is reviewing appointments to the Seattle Planning Commission and considering committee reports. Key items include a transit service funding agreement with King County Metro and an endorsement for the Rainier Valley Creative District.

• Transit Service Funding Agreement with King County Metro (CB 119989)
• Eight appointments to the Seattle Planning Commission
• Approval of Seattle City Light's 2020 Integrated Resource Plan Progress Report
• Endorsement of the Rainier Valley Creative District creation
• Ordinance for payment of audited claims from February 8–12, 2021 (CB 119999)

Finance and Housing Committee

The Finance and Housing Committee will consider several board and director appointments. The committee will also discuss a resolution for monitoring large capital projects and receive a briefing on federal COVID relief funding.

• Appointment of Rita Howard to the Seattle Housing Authority Board
• Appointments to the Sweetened Beverage Tax Community Advisory Board
• Appointment of Steven Marchese as Director, Office of Labor Standards
• Resolution establishing a 2021 watch list for large capital projects
• Briefing on federal funding for COVID relief

Community Economic Development Committee

The Community Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for February 19, 2021, was cancelled. No items were presented for discussion or decision.

• No agenda items were scheduled due to the cancellation notice.

Transportation and Utilities Committee

The Transportation and Utilities Committee will discuss a transit service funding agreement with King County Metro Transit to implement Proposition 1. The committee is also scheduled to review the Seattle City Light 2020 Integrated Resource Plan Progress Report.

• Transit Service Funding Agreement between SDOT and King County Metro (CB 1199982)
• Approval of Seattle City Light 2020 Integrated Resource Plan Progress Report (Res 319861)

Council Briefing

This meeting consists of procedural updates and briefings. The council will review minutes from February 8, 2021, and receive state legislative session updates from the Office of Intergovernmental Relations. The agenda also includes a preview of upcoming City Council actions.

• Approval of February 8, 2021 meeting minutes
• State Legislative Session updates from the Office of Intergovernmental Relations
• Preview of City Council and regional committee actions

City Council

The City Council will review Mayor Jenny A. Durkan's 2021 State of the City Address and several legislative items. This includes a recommendation to adopt the 2018 International Fire Code and a resolution regarding big business taxes.

• Adoption of the 2018 International Fire Code as the Seattle Fire Code (CB 1199963)
• Resolution supporting progressive big business taxes (Res 319892)
• Principles for equitable COVID-19 vaccine distribution (Res 319925)
• Payment of audited claims from February 1 through February 5, 2021 (CB 119997)
• Hearings for appeals regarding Local Improvement District No. 6751 (Res 319904)

Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee

The Seattle City Council Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee meeting scheduled for February 10, 2021, was cancelled. The provided agenda contains only a cancellation notice.

Public Safety and Human Services Committee

The committee will review Seattle’s plan to vaccinate residents and workers. Members will also discuss recommendations for a less lethal weapons draft bill and potential updates to the Seattle Fire Code. Additionally, the committee will review amendments to the 2021 budget.

• Briefing on Seattle's vaccination plan for residents and workers
• Possible vote on ordinance CB 1199962 regarding the Seattle Fire Code
• Discussion of recommendations for a less lethal weapons draft bill
• Review of budget amendments under CB 1199814

Governance and Education Committee

The Governance and Education Committee will hold briefings regarding vaccine equity and distribution. Presenters from various health organizations and government offices will discuss community perspectives and roundtable topics. The committee will also review COVID-19 responses and positive community outcomes.

• Briefing on Vaccine Equity: A Community Perspective
• Government Roundtable on Vaccine Distribution
• Discussion on COVID-19 Responses and Positive Community Outcomes

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council will receive updates regarding the 2021 State Legislative Session. The meeting also includes a preview of upcoming City Council actions and committee activities.

• Approval of February 1, 2021, meeting minutes
• State legislative session updates from the Office of Intergovernmental Relations
• Preview of City Council agenda and regional committee actions
• Closed executive session regarding pending, potential, or actual litigation

City Council

The Seattle City Council is reviewing committee recommendations for several city matters. These include an ordinance regarding a street easement from Seattle School District No. 1 and appointments to the Renters’ Commission and the Levy to Move Seattle Oversight Committee.

• Ordinance for a street easement from Seattle School District No. 1 (CB 1199892)
• Appointment of Sharon E. Crowley to the Seattle Renters’ Commission
• Appointment of Dennis Gathard to the Levy to Move Seattle Oversight Committee
• Payment of audited claims for January 25 through January 29, 2021 (CB 119995)

Transportation and Utilities Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance for a street easement in the Green Lake area involving Seattle School District No. 1. The agenda also includes a public hearing for the Seattle City Light 2020 Integrated Resource Plan Progress Report and the appointment of Dennis Gathard to the Levy to Move Seattle Oversight Committee.

• Ordinance for SDOT street easement from Seattle School District No. 1 (CB 1199892)
• Approval of Seattle City Light 2020 Integrated Resource Plan Progress Report (Res 319863)
• Appointment of Dennis Gathard to the Levy to Move Seattle Oversight Committee

Finance and Housing Committee

The Seattle City Council Finance and Housing Committee meeting scheduled for February 2, 2021, has been cancelled. No items were presented or discussed.

Public Assets and Native Communities Committee

The Public Assets and Native Communities Committee meeting scheduled for February 2, 2021, has been cancelled. No other items were listed in the provided agenda text.

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council will review updates on the State Legislative Session and several research presentations. These include a report on the Black Brilliance Research Project and a preliminary report on Participatory Budgeting. The meeting also includes a preview of upcoming council actions.

• Black Brilliance Research Project Preliminary Report presentation
• Participatory Budgeting Preliminary Report presentation
• State Legislative Session updates
• Approval of January 25, 2021, meeting minutes

City Council

The Seattle City Council will review committee recommendations for several city appointments and one ordinance. These include confirming the Director of the Office of Emergency Management and renaming the Commission for People with Disabilities. The council will also approve payments for audited claims from January 2021.

• Appointment of Curry Mayer as Director of the Office of Emergency Management
• Ordinance to rename Seattle Commission for People with Disabilities
• Appointments to the Seattle Women’s Commission
• Reappointments to the Seattle LGBTQ Commission
• Payment of audited claims from January 18–22, 2021

Select Committee on Homelessness Strategies and Investments

The committee will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to establish land use and zoning regulations for permanent supportive housing. The Mayor’s Office will also provide a status update on 2021 homelessness investments.

• Ordinance CB 119975: Establishing land use and zoning regulations for permanent supportive housing
• Mayor’s Office status update on 2021 homelessness investments
• Resolution Res 319873: Sponsoring the King County Regional Homelessness Authority's membership application to a risk management agency

Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee

The Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee is reviewing ordinances to update several Seattle construction codes, including building, electrical, and plumbing codes. The committee will also discuss an application to extend a contract rezone for the property at 1106 34th Avenue.

• Ordinance updating Seattle construction codes (CB 1199921)
• Ordinance updating the Seattle Energy Code (CB 1199932)
• Contract rezone extension for 1106 34th Avenue (CF 3144613)

Public Safety and Human Services Committee

The Public Safety and Human Services Committee will discuss the appointment of Curry Mayer as Director of the Office of Emergency Management. The agenda also includes briefings on the Seattle Community Safety Initiative and the Community Capacity Investment Process. Additionally, members will review a draft bill regarding less lethal weapons and proposed amendments to 2021 budget appropriations.

• Appointment of Curry Mayer as Director of the Office of Emergency Management
• Briefing on the Seattle Community Safety Initiative
• Discussion of the Community Capacity Investment Process
• Review of Less Lethal Weapons Draft Bill and recommendations
• Ordinance amending 2021 budget appropriations and control levels

Sustainability and Renters' Rights Committee

The committee will discuss extending the eviction moratorium through at least the end of 2021. Members will also review a draft ordinance regarding a right to counsel for renters facing eviction. The agenda includes possible votes on several appointments to the Seattle Renters’ Commission.

• Discussion on extending the eviction moratorium through at least the end of 2021
• Review of draft ordinance 1.22.21 regarding a right to counsel for renters facing eviction
• Appointments and reappointments to the Seattle Renters’ Commission

Council Briefing

The council will review minutes from the January 19, 2021 meeting. The briefing includes presentations regarding federal lobbying and updates on the state legislative session. A preview of upcoming City Council actions and committee activities will also be provided.

• Approval of January 19, 2021, minutes
• Federal Lobbying Presentation
• State Legislative Session Updates
• Preview of City Council actions and regional committees

City Council

The City Council will review committee recommendations regarding labor standards for grocery workers and property acquisition. The agenda also includes several appointments to various city advisory boards.

• Ordinance establishing labor standards for Seattle grocery employees (CB 11999)
• Acceptance of deed for 'Glacier View Ranch Property' in Skagit County (CB 11998)
• Payment of audited city claims from January 11 to January 15, 2021 (CB 119991)
• Appointments to the Seattle Transit Advisory Board and City Light Review Panel

Finance and Housing Committee

The provided agenda contains only a cancellation notice for the January 22, 2021, meeting. The session originally scheduled for 9:30 a.m. was rescheduled to 2:00 p.m.

Finance and Housing Committee

The Finance and Housing Committee will consider several appointments to the Community Roots Housing Public Development Authority and the Labor Standards Advisory Commission. The committee will also discuss an ordinance regarding compensation for grocery employees. Additionally, members will receive an update on Yesler Terrace and the Seattle Housing Authority Acquisitions Program.

• Ordinance establishing labor standards and compensation for Seattle grocery employees (CB 11999016)
• Appointments to the Community Roots Housing Public Development Authority Governing Council
• Appointments and reappointments to the Labor Standards Advisory Commission
• Reappointment of Paula L. Houston to the Seattle Housing Authority Board
• Update on Yesler Terrace and the SHA Acquisitions Program

Community Economic Development Committee

The meeting originally scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on January 22, 2021, was cancelled and rescheduled to 9:30 a.m. on the same day. This notice contains only procedural information regarding the schedule change.

Community Economic Development Committee

The committee will review several appointments and reappointments to the Seattle LGBTQ, Women’s, and Disability commissions. Members will also hear a presentation on the Arts Public Development Authority and discuss an ordinance to rename the Commission for People with Disabilities.

• Ordinance to rename the Seattle Commission for People with Disabilities to the Seattle Disability Commission
• Appointments and reappointments to the Seattle LGBTQ Commission
• Appointments and reappointments to the Seattle Women’s Commission
• Appointments and reappointments to the Seattle Commission for People with Disabilities
• Presentation on the Arts Public Development Authority (PDA)

Transportation and Utilities Committee

The committee will review several appointments to various city advisory boards, including technology and transit committees. The agenda also includes a vote on a land deed for the City Light Department and presentations regarding surveillance ordinances and license plate reader audits.

• Acceptance of Glacier View Ranch Property deed for City Light
• Appointments to Community Technology Advisory Board
• Appointments to Seattle Transit Advisory Board
• Information Technology Department Surveillance Ordinance overview
• City Auditor’s Office License Plate Readers Audit presentation

Transportation and Utilities Committee

The committee meeting originally scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on January 20, 2021, has been cancelled and rescheduled to 2:00 p.m. the same day. No other agenda items were provided in this notice.

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council will review minutes from the January 11, 2021 meeting and receive updates regarding the State Legislative Session. The briefing also provides a preview of upcoming council and regional committee actions. Public comment is not accepted during this meeting.

• Approval of January 11, 2021 minutes
• State Legislative Session updates from the Office of Intergovernmental Relations
• Preview of upcoming City Council and regional committee actions
• Executive session on pending, potential, or actual litigation

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several appointments to various city commissions and discussing legislative items. This includes a proposal to extend interim floodplain regulations for 12 months. The council will also consider a resolution regarding U.S.-Cuban COVID-19 collaboration.

• Extension of interim floodplain regulations for 12 months (CB 11997810)
• Resolution calling for U.S.-Cuban collaboration to fight COVID-19 (Res 319841)
• Reappointments to the Community Police Commission
• Appointments to the Pike Place Market Historical Commission and Urban Forestry Commission
• Payment of audited city claims from January 4–8, 2021 (CB 119988)

Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee

The committee will receive a briefing on proposed construction code changes. It will also hold a public hearing and consider a vote on an ordinance to extend interim floodplain regulations for 12 months.

• Briefing on proposed construction code changes
• Public hearing and possible vote on CB 1199782 regarding floodplains
• Extension of interim floodplain regulations for 12 months

Governance and Education Committee

The Seattle City Council Governance and Education Committee meeting scheduled for January 12, 2021, has been cancelled. No agenda items were listed for this meeting.

Public Safety and Human Services Committee

The committee will review a decision agenda regarding less lethal weapons recommendations from the Community Police Commission, Office of Inspector General, and Office of Police Accountability. The meeting also includes reappointments to the Community Police Commission and the appointment of the Director of the Office of Emergency Management.

• Decision on less lethal weapons recommendations from CPC, OIG, and OPA
• Reappointment of six members to the Community Police Commission
• Appointment of Curry Mayer as Director of the Office of Emergency Management

City Council

The Seattle City Council will consider an ordinance to pay audited claims from December 28, 2020, through January 1, 2021. The meeting also includes procedural items such as approving the agenda and the January 4 journal. No committee reports are scheduled for this session.

• Ordinance to pay audited claims from December 28, 2020, through January 1, 2021 (CB 119986)
• Approval of the January 4, 2021, meeting journal

Council Briefing

This council briefing covers upcoming City Council and regional committee actions. The agenda also includes approving minutes from January 4, 2021, and a closed executive session regarding pending or potential litigation.

• Approval of January 4, 2021, meeting minutes
• Preview of City Council and regional committee actions
• Executive session on pending, potential, or actual litigation

Transportation and Utilities Committee

The Seattle City Council Transportation and Utilities Committee meeting scheduled for January 6, 2021, has been cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.

Public Assets and Native Communities Committee

The Public Assets and Native Communities Committee meeting scheduled for January 5 was cancelled. The provided agenda contains only a cancellation notice.

• No items listed due to cancellation

Finance and Housing Committee

The Seattle City Council Finance and Housing Committee meeting scheduled for January 5, 2021, was cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.

City Council

The Seattle City Council is reviewing ordinances related to police oversight and transportation infrastructure. The agenda includes property acquisitions for the East Marginal Way project and water regulation updates. The council will also consider several appointments to advisory boards.

• Ordinance creating a subpoena process for police oversight (CB 119974)
• Property acquisitions for the East Marginal Way Grade Separation Project (CB 119976)
• Exchange of property rights with WSDOT near I-405 in Renton (CB 119955)
• Sale of logs from Cedar River Watershed thinning to fund habitat conservation (CB 119958)
• Payment of audited city claims for December 2020 (CB 119983, CB 119984, CB 119985)

Council Briefing

This meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of previous minutes and a preview of upcoming council actions. No substantive legislative decisions or public comments are scheduled for this session.

• Approval of December 14, 2020 Council Briefing minutes