Seattle public meetings in 2025

Select Committee on Federal Administration and Policy Changes

The Select Committee on Federal Administration and Policy Changes meeting scheduled for December 19, 2025, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee

The Seattle Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee meeting scheduled for December 19, 2025 at 9:30 AM was cancelled. No agenda items were presented, so the committee will not make any decisions or hold discussions at this time. The cancellation notice was posted on the City Council website.

Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee

The Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee meeting scheduled for December 17, 2025, was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided. No further action or discussion took place at this meeting.

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will hold a public hearing and may vote on an ordinance that extends the interim floodplain regulations (Ordinance 126113, amended by Ordinance 126536) for an additional six months. The extension is intended to let individuals use updated National Flood Insurance Rate Maps to obtain flood insurance through FEMA's Flood Insurance Program. The meeting also includes standard agenda approval, public comment, and adjournment.

• Ordinance extending floodplain interim regulations for six months (Ordinance 126113/126536)
• Public hearing and possible vote on the floodplain ordinance
• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Public comment period for residents
• Adjournment of the committee meeting

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee meeting scheduled for December 16, 2025, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place. Future meeting dates are not indicated in this notice.

City Council

The Seattle City Council will hold a special meeting followed by a regular session to vote on appointments to various city commissions and a public hearing on an ordinance restricting property use for grocery stores or pharmacies.

• Public hearing on CB 121094 / Ordinance 127329 regarding negative use restrictions for grocery stores or pharmacies
• Approval of the Consent Calendar including CB 1211441 appropriating funds for claims through Dec 5, 2025
• Confirmation of appointments to the Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee
• Confirmation of appointments to the Housing and Human Services Committee
• Confirmation of appointments to the Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council will hold a briefing to review Council Bill 120985, Council Bill 120993, and Resolution 32183, all related to the Comprehensive Plan. The meeting will include a presentation by Council Central Staff and a preview of the upcoming Council Agenda. Written public comments must be submitted by 10 a.m. to be distributed before the meeting.

• Approval of Council Briefing Minutes (Dec 8, 2025)
• Presentation on Council Bill 120985 and 120993
• Review of Resolution 32183
• Preview of preliminary Council Agenda (Dec 16, 2025)
• Acceptance of written public comments only

Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee

The Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee will hold a special meeting to consider and possibly vote on the reappointment of Dwane Chappelle as Director of the Department of Education and Early Learning, as well as two ordinances to impose historic preservation controls on Licton Springs Park and the Stewart House. The agenda also includes numerous appointments to boards and commissions such as the Pike Place Market PDA Governing Council, Pioneer Square Preservation Board, and Seattle Youth Commission.

• Reappointment of Dwane Chappelle as Director of the Department of Education and Early Learning for a term to August 1, 2029
• Ordinance imposing historic preservation controls on líq’tәd - Licton Springs Park (CB 121140)
• Ordinance imposing historic preservation controls on Stewart House (CB 121139)
• Appointment of Alex Rasmussen to the Pike Place Market Preservation and Development Authority Governing Council
• Reappointment of Sohyun Kim to the Pioneer Square Preservation Board

Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee

The Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee meeting scheduled for December 11, 2025, has been cancelled and rescheduled to 9:30 a.m. on December 12, 2025. No agenda items are discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled and rescheduled to December 12, 2025

Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee

The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee will discuss and potentially vote on ordinances regarding political consultant disclosures and SODO BIA assessment rates. The body will also review city employment classifications and several board appointments.

• CB 1211301: Ordinance establishing reporting requirements and a cooling-off period for political consultants
• CB 1210732: Ordinance changing assessment rates and exemptions for the SODO Parking and Business Improvement Area
• CB 1211413: Ordinance exempting and returning positions to the civil service system
• CB 1211424: Ordinance establishing the Deferred Compensation Analyst classification and pay rates
• Appointments to the Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee, Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission, and Domestic Workers Standards Board

Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee

The Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee will vote on two ordinances: one authorizing Seattle Public Utilities to acquire a parcel at 4000 NE 41st St by negotiation or eminent domain, and another amending the Landscape Conservation and Infrastructure Program Funding Plan for South Lake Union and Downtown. The committee will also discuss and vote on 12 reappointments to the Central Waterfront Oversight Committee for terms ending December 31, 2027.

• Ordinance authorizing SPU to acquire King County Parcel 152504-9010 at 4000 NE 41st St via eminent domain for utility purposes (CB 121138)
• Ordinance amending the Landscape Conservation and Infrastructure Program Funding Plan for South Lake Union and Downtown, with appropriations from the Park and Recreation Fund (CB 121137)
• Reappointment of 12 members to the Central Waterfront Oversight Committee, including Katie Garrow, Emily Hoober George, Eric R. Howard, Shawn Jackson, Gerry Johnson, Edward M. Leigh, Pamela Quadros, Jim Rowe, Michelle A. Rusk, Ryan Smith, Donny Stevenson, and Leslie Veloz

The Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee unanimously recommended confirming the reappointment of 13 members to the Central Waterfront Oversight Committee. It also unanimously recommended that the City Council pass two ordinances: one authorizing Seattle Public Utilities to acquire a parcel at 4000 NE 41st St., and another amending the budget and funding plan for South Lake Union and Downtown. No members opposed any recommendation.

• Committee recommends confirming reappointment of 13 members to Central Waterfront Oversight Committee (5-0)
• Committee recommends City Council pass CB 121138 land acquisition ordinance for Seattle Public Utilities (5-0)
• Committee recommends City Council pass CB 121137 budget amendment ordinance for South Lake Union and Downtown (5-0)

Housing and Human Services Committee

The Housing and Human Services Committee will vote on 29 appointments and reappointments to nine city boards and commissions, including the Seattle Disability Commission, LGBTQ Commission, Women’s Commission, Human Rights Commission, Community Roots Housing PDA Governing Council, Housing Levy Oversight Committee, and Pacific Hospital PDA Governing Council. The meeting consists only of these personnel actions.

• Appointments and reappointments to the Housing Levy Oversight Committee, which oversees Seattle's housing levy funds, including Febben Fekadu, Sunaree Marshall, Leah Martin, Yuvika Tolani, and Dan Wise.
• Appointments to the Community Roots Housing Public Development Authority Governing Council: Roger W. Long and Aaron Pritchard.
• Reappointment of Martine Pierre-Louis and appointment of Diane Pietrowski to the Pacific Hospital Preservation and Development Authority Governing Council.
• Appointments of eight members to the Seattle Disability Commission for terms ending in 2026 and 2027.
• Appointments and reappointments to the Seattle LGBTQ Commission, Women’s Commission, and Human Rights Commission.

The Housing and Human Services Committee voted to recommend that the City Council confirm 28 appointments to various city commissions, including the Disability, LGBTQ, Women’s, Human Rights, Community Roots Housing, Housing Levy Oversight, and Pacific Hospital Preservation and Development Authority governing councils. All five committee members voted in favor of each recommendation, with no opposition recorded. The committee’s recommendations were presented for City Council action.

• Recommended confirming 28 appointments to city commissions (unanimous 5-0)
• All five committee members voted in favor; no opposition
• Appointments span Disability, LGBTQ, Women’s, Human Rights, Community Roots Housing, Housing Levy Oversight, and Pacific Hospital Preservation commissions

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will address three agenda items. It will vote on reappointing Richard Greene to the Public Safety Civil Service Commission for a term ending Dec 31, 2028. The Seattle Police Department will present its end‑of‑year data for discussion. The committee will review its strategic framework.

• Reappointment of Richard Greene to the Public Safety Civil Service Commission (term to Dec 31, 2028)
• Seattle Police Department end‑of‑year data review presentation
• Public Safety Committee strategic framework review

The Public Safety Committee voted unanimously to recommend that City Council confirm Richard Greene’s reappointment to the Public Safety Civil Service Commission through Dec 31 2028. No council members opposed the recommendation. The other agenda items were informational reviews and did not result in any action.

• Recommend confirming Richard Greene reappointment (5‑0)
• Information items (Inf 2810, Inf 2811) heard – no action taken

City Council

The council will vote on collective bargaining agreements with the Seattle Police Management Association (2024-2027) and the Seattle Police Officers' Guild, and consider a pay zone ordinance. It also will confirm numerous appointments to advisory boards including pedestrian, bicycle, transit, freight, and school traffic safety.

• Vote on collective bargaining agreement with Seattle Police Management Association, CB 1211321
• Vote on collective bargaining agreement and MOU with Seattle Police Officers' Guild, CB 1211332
• Ordinance to pay claims for Nov 24-28, 2025, CB 1211362
• Consideration of Pay Zone Ordinance relating to City employment
• Confirmation of appointments to Pedestrian, Bicycle, Transit, Freight, and other advisory boards

The Seattle City Council adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar, the agenda, and the consent calendar by unanimous consent. It approved Ordinance CB 121136, appropriating money to pay certain claims for the week of November 24‑28, 2025. The council also confirmed numerous advisory board appointments, each by a 9‑0 vote.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (unanimous 9‑0)
• Adopted Agenda (unanimous 9‑0)
• Adopted Consent Calendar (unanimous 9‑0)
• Approved Ordinance CB 121136 appropriating funds for late‑Nov 2025 claims (unanimous 9‑0)
• Confirmed appointment of Robi Ganguly to Seattle Pedestrian Advisory Board (unanimous 9‑0)
• Confirmed appointment of Eddie Sherman to Indigenous Advisory Council (unanimous 9‑0)
• Reappointed N. Iris Friday to Seattle Indian Services Commission (unanimous 9‑0)
• Confirmed appointment of Tyler Blackwell to Seattle Freight Advisory Board (unanimous 9‑0)

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council will discuss proposed amendments to the 2026 State Legislative Agenda and review collective bargaining agreements with the Seattle Police Management Association and Seattle Police Officers' Guild. The meeting includes a preview of the December 9, 2025, agenda and three closed executive sessions on litigation.

• Discussion on amendments to Resolution 32187 (2026 State Legislative Agenda)
• Presentation on Council Bills 121132 and 121133 (Police union contracts)
• Preview of the December 9, 2025, City Council Agenda
• Three closed executive sessions on pending litigation
• Approval of Council Briefing Minutes from December 1, 2025

The council approved the minutes from the December 1, 2025 Council Briefing. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved December 1, 2025 Council Briefing minutes

Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee

The Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee will vote on multiple appointments to city boards, including the Green New Deal Oversight Board, Museum Development Authority, Cultural Space Agency, and City Light Review Panel. The committee will also receive a briefing and discussion on City Light's infrastructure stability and reliability. Public comment is accepted in person or remotely.

• Appointment of Fatima Kabba to the Green New Deal Oversight Board for a term to April 30, 2028
• Reappointment of Stephanie Ellis-Smith, Robert D. Kaplan, Douglas E. Norberg, Rosita I. Romero, and Robert Strong to the Museum Development Authority Governing Council
• Appointment of Raymond Tymas-Jones, Leslie Bain, Aaron Nathaniel Carr, M. Angela Castañeda, Gulgun Kayim, Nick Ronan, and Obadiah Stephens-Terry to the Cultural Space Agency PDA Governing Council; reappointment of Nyema Clark and Afua Kouyate
• Reappointment of Leo L. Lam and Toyin Olowu, and appointment of Gina Cristina Sima to the City Light Review Panel
• Briefing and discussion on City Light's infrastructure stability and reliability

The Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee met on Dec 5, 2025 and unanimously recommended the City Council confirm a series of appointments to the Green New Deal Oversight Board, Museum Development Authority Governing Council, Cultural Space Agency Public Development Authority Governing Council, and City Light Review Panel. All four committee members voted in favor of each recommendation, with no opposition. The committee also heard Information Item 2807 on Infrastructure Stability and Reliability. No other actions were taken.

• Committee recommends confirming Fatima Kabba to Green New Deal Oversight Board (unanimous)
• Committee recommends confirming Stephanie Ellis‑Smith to Museum Development Authority Governing Council (unanimous)
• Committee recommends confirming Robert D. Kaplan to Museum Development Authority Governing Council (unanimous)
• Committee recommends confirming Douglas E. Norberg to Museum Development Authority Governing Council (unanimous)
• Committee recommends confirming Leslie Bain to Cultural Space Agency Public Development Authority Governing Council (unanimous)
• Committee recommends confirming Aaron Nathaniel Carr to Cultural Space Agency Public Development Authority Governing Council (unanimous)
• Committee recommends confirming Leo L. Lam to City Light Review Panel (unanimous)
• Information Item 2807 on Infrastructure Stability and Reliability was heard

Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee

The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee holds a special meeting to discuss two ordinances. CB 1211301 would establish reporting and disclosure requirements for political consultants, prohibit concurrent consulting work with the city, and create a cooling-off period. CB 1211312 would adjust pay zone structures for 2026 for the City's discretionary pay programs; a possible vote may occur.

• Briefing and discussion on ordinance establishing political consultant disclosure and cooling-off rules (CB 1211301)
• Briefing, discussion, and possible vote on ordinance adjusting 2026 pay zone structures for discretionary pay programs (CB 1211312)
• Public comment period open to remote and in-person speakers
• Proposed amendment to Seattle Municipal Code adding Section 4.16.072 and amending Section 4.16.030

The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee reviewed CB 121130, an ethics code ordinance, and CB 121131, the Pay Zone Ordinance. No votes or approvals were recorded for either item. The committee only recommended that the City Council consider the Pay Zone Ordinance.

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will hold briefings and discussions on two proposed ordinances regarding zoning, transportation impact, and environmental review thresholds. The committee will also discuss FEMA Floodplains legislation.

• CB 1211351: Ordinance revising transportation impact analyses, transportation management plans, and construction management plans
• CB 1210932: Ordinance revising environmental review thresholds for transportation, archaeological, and cultural resource preservation
• Discussion on FEMA Floodplains Legislation

The committee reviewed CB 121135 and CB 121093, both ordinances related to land use, zoning, and transportation requirements. An information item on FEMA floodplain legislation (Inf 2806) was also heard. No votes or formal actions were recorded; the items were only discussed.

Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee

The Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee will consider appointing Eddie Sherman to the Indigenous Advisory Council and reappointing three members to the Seattle Indian Services Commission. They will also receive a briefing on Tribal Governments and Native Communities Update.

• Appointment of Eddie Sherman as member, Indigenous Advisory Council, term to July 31, 2027 (Appt 033551)
• Reappointment of N. Iris Friday as member, Seattle Indian Services Commission, term to October 31, 2028 (Appt 033562)
• Reappointment of Robert E. Howard as member, Seattle Indian Services Commission, term to October 31, 2028 (Appt 033573)
• Reappointment of Michael L. Reichert as member, Seattle Indian Services Commission, term to November 30, 2028 (Appt 033584)
• Briefing and discussion on Tribal Governments and Native Communities Update

The Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee unanimously recommended that the City Council confirm the appointment of Eddie Sherman to the Indigenous Advisory Council and the reappointments of N. Iris Friday, Robert E. Howard, and Michael L. Reichert to the Seattle Indian Services Commission. All five committee members voted in favor, with no opposition. No other actions were taken.

• Recommend confirming Eddie Sherman appointment to Indigenous Advisory Council (5-0)
• Recommend confirming N. Iris Friday reappointment to Seattle Indian Services Commission (5-0)
• Recommend confirming Robert E. Howard reappointment to Seattle Indian Services Commission (5-0)
• Recommend confirming Michael L. Reichert reappointment to Seattle Indian Services Commission (5-0)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will consider two ordinances: one vacating the alley in Block 24, Denny Triangle, and another granting West Seattle LLC permission to maintain a pedestrian skybridge over Virginia Street. The committee will also review the SDOT Levy Delivery Plan progress and a 2026 outlook. Additionally, several appointments to the Transportation Levy Oversight Committee and various advisory boards will be discussed and voted on.

• Ordinance vacating the alley in Block 24, Denny Triangle, with a Property Use and Development Agreement (Clerk File 313843)
• Ordinance granting West Seattle LLC a 15‑year permit (renewable) to maintain a pedestrian skybridge over Virginia Street between 5th and 6th Avenue
• Appointment of Timothy Harrison Chang to the Transportation Levy Oversight Committee (term to Dec 31, 2028)
• Multiple appointments and reappointments to the Seattle Freight, Pedestrian, Transit, Bicycle Advisory Boards, and the School Traffic Safety Committee
• SDOT Levy Delivery Plan Progress and 2026 Look Ahead presentation

The Transportation Committee voted to recommend City Council confirm appointments for members of several advisory boards and committees, including the Transportation Levy Oversight Committee, Freight Advisory Board, Pedestrian Advisory Board, Transit Advisory Board, Bicycle Advisory Board, and School Traffic Safety Committee. All 22 recommendations received unanimous support (5 in favor, none opposed). The committee also heard an information item on the SDOT Levy Delivery Plan and discussed two council bills concerning an alley vacating and a pedestrian skybridge. No other actions were taken.

• Recommended appointment of Timothy Harrison Chang to Transportation Levy Oversight Committee (5‑0)
• Recommended appointment of Tyler Blackwell to Seattle Freight Advisory Board (5‑0)
• Recommended appointment of Giovanni Mottolese to Seattle Freight Advisory Board (5‑0)
• Recommended appointment of Lily Andualem to Seattle Pedestrian Advisory Board (5‑0)
• Recommended appointment of Joan Chen to Seattle Bicycle Advisory Board (5‑0)
• Recommended appointment of Elizabeth Day to Seattle School Traffic Safety Committee (5‑0)
• Recommended reappointment of Herb Krohn to Seattle Freight Advisory Board (5‑0)
• Recommended reappointment of Delaney Lind to Seattle Pedestrian Advisory Board (5‑0)

City Council

The Seattle City Council holds a routine meeting to administer the oath of office to Councilmember Eddie Lin, adopt the introduction and referral calendar for new legislation, and approve the consent calendar, including an ordinance to pay certain claims for the week of November 17–21, 2025. Committee reports will not be presented. The meeting includes a public comment period.

• Oath of office administered to Councilmember Eddie Lin, District 2
• Adoption of Introduction and Referral Calendar (introducing new bills, resolutions, appointments, and clerk files)
• Consent Calendar: Ordinance CB 1211342 appropriating funds to pay claims for week of November 17–21, 2025 (no dollar amount specified in agenda)
• Public comment period: up to 2 minutes per speaker, total 20 minutes
• Committee reports not presented at this meeting

The Seattle City Council adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar, the agenda, and the Consent Calendar, each by unanimous consent (9‑0). The Council also adopted the meeting minutes by a 9‑0 vote. By a unanimous vote (9‑0), the Council passed CB 121134, an ordinance appropriating money to pay certain claims for the week of November 17‑21, 2025, and confirming prior actions.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (9-0)
• Adopted Agenda (unanimous consent)
• Adopted Consent Calendar (9-0)
• Adopted meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved CB 121134 ordinance appropriating money for claims (9-0)

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council will hold a briefing to review the city's 2026 State Legislative Agenda and preview the preliminary agenda for the December 2, 2025, Council meeting. The session is a procedural briefing with no live public testimony.

• Approval of Council Briefing Minutes (September 22, 2025)
• Review of Draft 2026 State Legislative Agenda
• Preview of City Council Agenda (December 2, 2025)
• Signing of Letters and Proclamations
• Public comment must be submitted in writing by 10 a.m.

The council approved the September 22, 2025 briefing minutes. No other actions were decided; the agenda items and legislative preview were only heard as information items. The meeting concluded without any approvals, denials, or tabling of proposals.

• Approved September 22, 2025 briefing minutes

Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee

The Seattle City Council Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee meeting set for November 27, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided at this time.

Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee

The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for November 27, 2025, has been cancelled.

Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee

The Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee meeting scheduled for November 26, 2025, has been cancelled.

Housing and Human Services Committee

The Housing and Human Services Committee meeting scheduled for November 26, 2025, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

City Council

The City Council meeting scheduled for November 25, 2025, has been cancelled. The meeting was set to take place in the Council Chamber at City Hall.

• Meeting cancelled
• Council Chamber, City Hall, 600 4th Avenue

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee meeting scheduled for November 25, 2025, has been cancelled.

Council Briefing

The Council Briefing scheduled for November 24, 2025, has been cancelled. The meeting was set to take place in the Council Chamber at City Hall.

• Meeting cancelled
• Location: Council Chamber, City Hall, 600 4th Avenue

City Council

The Seattle City Council will consider approving several bond ordinances related to drainage, wastewater, water systems, and the Memorial Stadium redevelopment project. The meeting also includes routine items such as the approval of claims and the consent calendar.

• Memorial Stadium redevelopment bond authorization ($39.8M)
• Drainage and wastewater system revenue bonds
• Municipal water system revenue bonds
• Street Use Fee Schedule amendment
• Automated traffic safety camera financial policy update

The Seattle City Council adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar and approved the agenda by unanimous consent. It then passed a Consent Calendar that included dozens of ordinances, all with an 8‑0 vote. The most significant action was authorizing a $39,800,000 bridge loan for the Memorial Stadium redevelopment project. Additional approvals covered budget reallocations, traffic‑camera funding, bond issuances, and park‑fee schedules.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (8-0)
• Approved agenda by unanimous consent (8-0)
• Adopted Consent Calendar (8-0)
• Authorized $39,800,000 loan for Memorial Stadium redevelopment (8-0)
• Approved budget changes and funding authorizations (CB 121099) (8-0)
• Updated policies for automated traffic safety cameras (CB 121100) (8-0)
• Authorized issuance of limited‑tax general obligation bonds for capital projects (CB 121103) (8-0)
• Established 2026 Seattle Parks and Recreation fee schedule (CB 121107) (8-0)

Select Budget Committee

The Seattle City Council Select Budget Committee will consider adopting the 2026 city budget, including a capital improvement program and position modifications. The committee will also review proposed changes to the 2026 budget and the 2026-2031 capital improvement program.

• Ordinance to adopt 2026 budget, capital program, and position modifications
• Review of proposed changes to 2026 budget and 2026-2031 capital improvement program

The Select Budget Committee approved two items: CB 121116 adopting the 2026 budget and capital improvement program, and CF 314546 changes to the 2026 budget and the 2026‑2031 capital improvement program. Both items received unanimous support (9 in favor, 0 opposed) and the committee recommended that the City Council pass them. No other actions were taken.

• Recommended City Council adopt 2026 budget (CB 121116) – 9 in favor, 0 opposed
• Recommended City Council approve 2026 budget changes and capital program (CF 314546) – 9 in favor, 0 opposed

City Council

This City Council meeting has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee will hold a briefing, discussion, and possible vote on the 2026 Proposed Budget and the 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Program. The consent calendar includes 30 budget-related ordinances previously discussed, covering fee changes, tax amendments, bond authorizations, and program transfers. The meeting also features separate votes on items such as SDCI permit fees, street use fees, parks fees, retirement system resolutions, traffic camera policies, and transportation benefit district expansions.

• Briefing and possible vote on 2026 Proposed Budget (CF 314544)
• Briefing and possible vote on 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Program (CF 314545)
• Ordinance amending SDCI permit fees and charges for 2026 (CB 121105)
• Ordinance authorizing issuance of drainage and wastewater revenue bonds (CB 121089)
• Ordinance expanding Seattle Transportation Benefit District uses for transit security and passenger services (CB 121123, CB 121124)

The committee approved an amended consent calendar and unanimously recommended that City Council adopt a series of budget‑related ordinances. Items include the 2026 proposed budget, new tax and fee schedules, and financing measures for water, wastewater, and the Memorial Stadium redevelopment. All eight committee members voted in favor of each recommendation.

• Adopt amended Consent Calendar (8‑0)
• Recommend City Council pass CB 121099 – ordinance to accept non‑city funding and amend the 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program (8‑0)
• Recommend City Council pass CB 121113 – ordinance amending the 2025‑2030 CIP and creating new positions (8‑0)
• Recommend City Council file CF 314544 – 2026 Proposed Budget (8‑0)
• Recommend City Council pass CB 121101 – authorize $39,800,000 loan for Memorial Stadium redevelopment (8‑0)
• Recommend City Council pass CB 121089 – authorize drainage and wastewater revenue bonds (8‑0)
• Recommend City Council pass CB 121090 – authorize municipal water system revenue bonds (8‑0)
• Recommend City Council pass CB 121119 – levy property taxes for 2026 (8‑0)

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council Briefing scheduled for November 17, 2025, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee will discuss and possibly amend the 2026 budget ordinance (CB 121116) and related legislation. Other items include fee changes for construction permits, street use, parks, and various tax and program amendments. The committee also will consider resolutions on employees' retirement system interest rates and automated traffic safety cameras.

• Adoption of 2026 budget (CB 121116) with appropriations and position modifications
• Ordinance amending SDCI permit fees for 2026 (CB 1211057)
• Ordinance establishing 2026 Parks and Recreation fee schedule (CB 1211079)
• Ordinance expanding uses of Transportation Benefit District revenues for transit services and security (CB 121123 and CB 121124)
• Ordinance creating a fund for Central District and Southeast Seattle community preservation (CB 121122)

The Select Budget Committee postponed Council Bill 121116, which adopts the City of Seattle’s 2026 budget, to November 20, 2025. The postponement was approved by unanimous consent (8‑0). No other items were heard or acted upon during the meeting.

• Postponed CB 121116 (2026 budget ordinance) to Nov 20 2025 (unanimous consent, 8‑0)

City Council

The Seattle City Council will consider confirming the appointment of Bonnie J. Glenn as Director of the Office of Police Accountability and ratifying Memorandums of Understanding with two International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers locals for 2025 and 2026.

• Confirm Bonnie J. Glenn as Director of the Office of Police Accountability
• Authorize MOU with IBEW Local 77 Construction Maintenance Equipment Operator Unit (2025)
• Authorize MOU with IBEW Local 77 Information Technology Professionals’ Unit (2026)
• Confirm appointments to the Equitable Development Initiative Advisory Board
• Approve payment of claims for the weeks of Oct 20-24 and Oct 27-31, 2025

The Seattle City Council adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar and the agenda by unanimous consent. It approved two ordinances (CB 121111 and CB 121112) to appropriate funds for specific weeks in October 2025. The Council also confirmed multiple appointments, including members of the Equitable Development Initiative Advisory Board and the Director of the Office of Police Accountability. All actions passed with an 8‑0 vote.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (unanimous consent, 8‑0)
• Adopted Agenda (unanimous consent)
• Approved Ordinance CB 121111 appropriating funds for Oct 20‑24 2025 (8‑0)
• Approved Ordinance CB 121112 appropriating funds for Oct 27‑31 2025 (8‑0)
• Confirmed appointment of Stephanie Lachman to Equitable Development Initiative Advisory Board (8‑0)
• Confirmed appointment of Eric Alipio to Equitable Development Initiative Advisory Board (8‑0)
• Approved Ordinance CB 121097 MOU with IBEW Local 77 CMEO unit (8‑0)
• Confirmed appointment of Bonnie J. Glenn as Director of Office of Police Accountability (8‑0)

Council Briefing

The Council Briefing meeting scheduled for November 10, 2025, has been cancelled.

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee will hold a public hearing on the Mayor's 2026 Proposed Budget and 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Program, including a possible property tax levy increase. It also hears public comment on Council Bill 121092 to transfer the Major Institutions and Schools program from the Department of Neighborhoods to the Office of Planning and Community Development. The hearing has two sessions: remote comments at 1 p.m. and in-person comments at 5 p.m.

• Public hearing on the 2026 Proposed Budget and a possible property tax levy increase
• Public hearing on Council Bill 121092 transferring the Major Institutions and Schools program
• Review of the 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
• Proposed revisions to 2026 General Revenue Sources and the Mayor's Proposed Budget
• Two public hearing sessions: remote (1 p.m.) and in-person (5 p.m.)

The committee approved its agenda. Public hearings were held on CB 121092 and the 2026 proposed budget. By unanimous consent the committee recessed from 3:01 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., then reconvened and adjourned at 8:38 p.m. No substantive actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved agenda
• Recessed by unanimous consent

Select Budget Committee

The Seattle City Council's Select Budget Committee will receive a briefing and discussion on the Chair's Balancing Package, which includes Council Budget Actions (CBAs) and Statements of Legislative Intent (SLIs). No votes are scheduled; only written public comment will be accepted.

• Briefing and discussion on Chair's Balancing Package comprising CBAs and SLIs

The committee met on November 5, 2025, and approved its agenda. Two informational items, Inf 2800 (Introduction and Overview) and Inf 2801 (Chair’s Balancing Package), were presented and heard. No approvals, denials, or votes on substantive measures were recorded.

City Council

The Seattle City Council meeting scheduled for November 4, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council Briefing scheduled for November 3, 2025, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

City Council

The Seattle City Council will discuss a civil emergency proclamation due to the lapse of federal SNAP benefits and consider related actions. The body will also discuss a letter from the Puget Sound Regional Council regarding the US Department of Housing and Urban Development's Continuum of Care Program.

• Discussion of Mayor's Proclamation on federal SNAP benefits lapse
• Possible adoption of a resolution ratifying the Proclamation
• Possible passage of an ordinance related to the Proclamation
• Discussion of letter from Puget Sound Regional Council on HUD Continuum of Care Program
• Opportunity to sign letter drafted by Puget Sound Regional Council

The Seattle City Council adopted Resolution 32186, which modifies the October 30, 2025 mayoral civil emergency proclamation concerning the federal government shutdown and SNAP benefit disruptions, with a unanimous 9‑0 vote. Eight councilmembers signed a letter from the Puget Sound Regional Council supporting HUD's Continuum of Care program. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adopted Resolution 32186 modifying emergency proclamation (9-0)
• Signed PSRC letter supporting HUD Continuum of Care (8 members)

Land Use Committee

The Seattle Land Use Committee will hold a public hearing to discuss an ordinance revising environmental review thresholds and zoning provisions. The committee will also consider appointments to the Equitable Development Initiative Advisory Board.

• Public hearing on ordinance revising environmental review thresholds and zoning provisions
• Public hearing on SEPA Threshold Exemption Transportation Management Plan Legislation
• Appointment of Stephanie Lachman to Equitable Development Initiative Advisory Board
• Appointment of Eric Alipio to Equitable Development Initiative Advisory Board
• Appointment of Amira Beasley to Equitable Development Initiative Advisory Board

The Land Use Committee reviewed five appointments to the Equitable Development Initiative Advisory Board. All three committee members voted in favor and none opposed. The committee recommended that the City Council confirm each appointment. No other actions were decided.

• Recommend confirming Stephanie Lachman (Appt 03323) – 3-0 vote
• Recommend confirming Eric Alipio (Appt 03324) – 3-0 vote
• Recommend confirming Amira Beasley (Appt 03325) – 3-0 vote
• Recommend confirming Ernesto Oliva (Appt 03326) – 3-0 vote
• Recommend confirming E.N. West (Appt 03327) – 3-0 vote

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee will review councilmembers' proposed amendments to the 2026 Proposed Budget. Staff will summarize each amendment and the sponsoring councilmember will speak. The committee will brief and discuss budget proposal packets from the Office of Economic Development, Human Services Department, Community Assisted Response and Engagement, Seattle Fire Department, Seattle Police Department, and the Office of Inspector General for Public Safety.

• Briefing and discussion of Office of Economic Development (OED) budget proposal
• Briefing and discussion of Human Services Department (HSD) budget proposal
• Briefing and discussion of Community Assisted Response and Engagement (CARE) budget proposal
• Briefing and discussion of Seattle Fire Department (SFD) budget proposal
• Briefing and discussion of Seattle Police Department (SPD) budget proposal

The Select Budget Committee met on Oct 30, 2025, hearing several information items. Items included Human Services Department (Inf 2795), Community Assisted Response and Engagement (Inf 2794), Seattle Fire Department (Inf 2799), Seattle Police Department (Inf 2798), and Office of Inspector General for Public Safety (Inf 2797). No votes, approvals, or denials were recorded; the committee adjourned at 1:58 p.m.

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee will discuss councilmember proposed amendments to the 2026 Proposed Budget, including Council Budget Actions and Statements of Legislative Intent. The meeting covers budget proposals for seven city departments: OPCD, SDCI, DON, OH, OSE, SDOT, and SPR. Only written public comment is accepted.

• Discussion of budget proposals for OPCD, SDCI, DON, OH, OSE, SDOT, and SPR
• Councilmembers will debate amendments (CBAs and SLIs) before the Balancing Package
• Only written public comment is accepted; deadline is four business hours before the meeting

The Select Budget Committee met on October 29, 2025, and heard information items from the Office of Planning and Community Development, Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections, Department of Neighborhoods, Office of Housing, Office of Sustainability and Environment, Seattle Department of Transportation, Seattle Parks and Recreation, Office of Economic Development, and Human Services Department. No motions were made, and no decisions were approved, denied, or tabled. The meeting adjourned at 3:59 p.m.

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee will hear presentations and discussion of councilmembers' proposed amendments to the 2026 Proposed Budget. Staff will summarize each amendment and the sponsoring councilmember will speak. Budget proposal packets from Finance General, the City Budget Office, the Office of the Mayor, and other city departments will be reviewed. The meeting also includes a public comment period.

• Discussion of Councilmember Budget Proposals (2026 Proposed Budget amendments)
• Presentation of Finance General (FG) Budget Proposal Packet
• Presentation of City Budget Office (CBO) Budget Proposal Packet
• Presentation of Office of the Mayor (MO) Budget Proposal Packet
• Public Comment period

The Select Budget Committee discussed councilmembers' budget amendment proposals and heard 17 informational items covering various city departments and offices. No motions were adopted, denied, or voted on during the meeting. The committee adjourned without any substantive actions.

City Council

The City Council will vote on an emergency ordinance (CB 1210941) that prohibits land-use restrictions preventing a property's use as a grocery store or pharmacy. The council will also consider a collective bargaining agreement with IBEW Local 77 for Seattle Department of Transportation workers covering 2023-2028. Routine items include approval of the consent calendar with claim payment ordinances for the weeks of October 6 and 13, 2025, and adoption of the introduction and referral calendar.

• CB 1210941: emergency ordinance banning negative use restrictions that limit grocery or pharmacy use, requiring a 3/4 vote
• CB 1210882: collective bargaining agreement with IBEW Local 77 for SDOT, effective January 23, 2023 – January 22, 2028
• CB 1210952: ordinance appropriating funds for claims from October 6–10, 2025
• CB 1210963: ordinance appropriating funds for claims from October 13–17, 2025
• Public comment period (up to 2 minutes per speaker, 20 minutes total)

The council adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar, the agenda, and the Consent Calendar by unanimous consent. It approved the meeting minutes and two appropriations ordinances for weekly claims, each passing 9‑0. The council also approved a land‑use ordinance that prohibits restrictions on grocery store or pharmacy uses, and an employment ordinance authorizing a collective bargaining agreement, both passing unanimously.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (unanimous 9‑0)
• Adopted Agenda (unanimous 9‑0)
• Adopted Consent Calendar (unanimous 9‑0)
• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous 9‑0)
• Approved CB 121095 appropriations ordinance for Oct 6‑10 claims (unanimous 9‑0)
• Approved CB 121096 appropriations ordinance for Oct 13‑17 claims (unanimous 9‑0)
• Approved CB 121094 land‑use zoning ordinance prohibiting grocery/pharmacy restrictions (unanimous 9‑0)
• Approved CB 121088 employment ordinance authorizing collective bargaining agreement (unanimous 9‑0)

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council announced that the Council Briefing scheduled for October 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM in the Council Chamber was cancelled. No agenda items will be considered at this meeting.

City Council

The City Council meeting scheduled for October 21, 2025, has been cancelled. The meeting was set to take place in the Council Chamber at City Hall.

• Meeting cancelled
• Location: Council Chamber, City Hall, 600 4th Avenue

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee will receive a briefing on the updated Economic and Revenue Forecast and analyses of the 2026 Proposed Budget. Central Staff will present how the budget is balanced and identify initial policy options for the committee's consideration. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and briefing session.

• Briefing on the updated Economic and Revenue Forecast by Jan Duras, Interim Director of the Office of Economic and Revenue Forecasts
• Analysis of the 2026 Proposed Budget by Central Staff, including how it is balanced
• Presentation of initial general and department-specific policy options for budget adjustments
• Only written public comment accepted, due four business hours before the meeting

The committee met on Oct. 20, 2025, and heard Information Item 2766 concerning the 2026 Economic and Revenue Forecast. No vote or formal action on the item was recorded. The agenda was presented for approval, but the minutes do not note a vote outcome.

• Heard Inf 2766 Economic and Revenue Forecast (no vote recorded)

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council briefing scheduled for October 20, 2025, has been cancelled. The meeting was set to take place at the Council Chamber in City Hall.

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee will hear Central Staff analyses of the 2026 Proposed Budget for the Seattle Police Department, Community Assisted Response and Engagement (CARE) program, Seattle Fire Department, and Human Services Department. No votes or final decisions are scheduled; the session is for briefing and discussion only.

• Briefing and discussion on Seattle Police Department (SPD) budget
• Briefing and discussion on Community Assisted Response and Engagement (CARE) budget
• Briefing and discussion on Seattle Fire Department (SFD) budget
• Briefing and discussion on Human Services Department (HSD) budget

The committee heard information items for the Seattle Police Department, Community Assisted Response and Engagement, Seattle Fire Department, and Human Services Department. The meeting was recessed by unanimous consent and reconvened later, then adjourned at 2:27 p.m. No approvals, denials, or other actions were recorded.

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee will review policy considerations for the 2026 Proposed Budget, including department-specific options. The meeting will feature briefings from the Office of Housing, Department of Education and Early Learning, Office of Planning and Community Development, and Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections.

• Briefing on Office of Housing 2026 budget
• Briefing on Department of Education and Early Learning 2026 budget
• Briefing on Office of Planning and Community Development 2026 budget
• Briefing on Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections 2026 budget
• Discussion on how the proposed budget is balanced

The committee heard Information Items 2757 (Office of Housing), 2758 (Department of Education and Early Learning), 2759 (Office of Planning and Community Development), and 2760 (Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections). No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded for any item. The meeting adjourned at 11:47 a.m.

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee will hear Central Staff presentations on the 2026 proposed budget adjustments and the General Fund balancing and sustainability analysis. The committee will also receive briefings on Seattle Department of Transportation and Seattle Parks and Recreation. Public comment will be accepted before the business items are discussed.

• Overview of 2026 proposed budget adjustments – presentation by Central Staff
• General Fund balancing and sustainability analysis – presentation by Central Staff
• Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) briefing – Central Staff presentation
• Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) briefing – Central Staff presentation

The committee heard three informational items about the 2026 proposed budget, the General Fund balance, and department updates from SDOT and SPR. No motions were adopted, denied, or tabled. The meeting consisted of presentations and public comment only.

City Council

The Seattle City Council will adopt the introduction and referral calendar, approve the agenda and consent calendar, and consider several ordinances. Key items include a sales and use tax to fund criminal‑justice investments, a renewal of the Multifamily Housing Property Tax Exemption Program, and revisions to solid‑waste rates. The Council will also confirm multiple reappointments to the Seattle Housing Authority Board and new members to the Community Police Commission.

• AN ORDINANCE (CB 1210833) imposing a local sales and use tax to fund criminal‑justice investments
• AN ORDINANCE (CB 1210552) renewing and modifying the Multifamily Housing Property Tax Exemption Program
• AN ORDINANCE (CB 1210514) revising Seattle Public Utilities solid‑waste rates and credits
• AN ORDINANCE (CB 1210795) updating the City’s civil infraction code to match state law
• Appointments and reappointments to the Seattle Housing Authority Board and Community Police Commission

The Seattle City Council adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar, the Agenda, and the Consent Calendar by unanimous consent. It approved three weekly appropriation ordinances (CB 121085‑087) with an 8‑0 vote, and confirmed several housing authority and police commission appointments. The Council also passed a new local sales tax to fund criminal‑justice initiatives (8‑1) and revised solid‑waste rates (8‑1).

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (unanimous, 9‑0)
• Adopted Agenda (unanimous, 9‑0)
• Adopted Consent Calendar (unanimous consent)
• Approved three appropriation ordinances (CB 121085‑087) (8‑0, Strauss absent)
• Reappointed Twyla Minor to Seattle Housing Authority Board (8‑0, Strauss absent)
• Appointed Jennifer Carl to Community Police Commission (8‑0, Strauss absent)
• Passed CB 121083 imposing local sales tax for criminal‑justice investments (8‑1, Rivera opposed)
• Passed CB 121051 revising solid‑waste rates and credits (8‑1, Rivera opposed)

Land Use Committee

The Seattle City Council Land Use Committee scheduled for October 10, 2025 at 10:00 AM was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. Residents should check the committee website for any rescheduled meeting.

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee will hold a briefing, discussion, and possible vote on an ordinance that would impose a local sales and use tax to fund criminal justice investments. The measure (CB 1210831) also repeals obsolete tax provisions and amends the Seattle Municipal Code. Public comment is accepted before the vote.

• Ordinance CB 1210831: imposing a local sales and use tax to fund criminal justice investments
• Repeal of obsolete sales and use tax provisions in Seattle Municipal Code
• Briefing and discussion by Ben Noble and Tom Mikesell from Council Central Staff

The Select Budget Committee considered CB 121083, an ordinance to impose a local sales and use tax to fund criminal‑justice investments and to amend related tax code sections. The committee voted 8‑1 to recommend that the City Council approve the bill. No other actions were taken.

• Committee recommended City Council pass CB 121083 ordinance (8‑1)

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee holds a public hearing to take comment on the Mayor's 2026 Proposed Budget, the 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Program, and possible property tax levy increase. The hearing is split into two sessions: remote comments at 1 p.m. and in-person comments at 5 p.m. Written comments are accepted until the Council adopts the final budget by November 21, 2025.

• Public hearing on 2026 General Revenue Sources, including a possible property tax levy increase
• Review of Mayor's 2026 Proposed Budget and 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
• Remote speaker registration from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.; in-person registration from 4:30 p.m.
• Written comments accepted via [email protected] or mail until final budget adoption
• Meeting chaired by Councilmember Dan Strauss, with two sessions at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.

The committee met on Oct. 7, 2025, and conducted a public hearing. By unanimous consent it recessed several times and adjourned at 6:11 p.m. No budget items or other matters were approved, denied, or tabled.

City Council

The City Council meeting scheduled for October 7, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Council Briefing

The Council Briefing meeting scheduled for October 6, 2025, has been cancelled. No other business is listed.

Select Budget Committee

The Seattle City Council Select Budget Committee will hear presentations from the City Budget Office and five city departments regarding changes in the Mayor's Proposed 2026 Budget. The committee will meet in two sessions and accept only written public comment.

• Office of Housing budget briefing
• Seattle Center budget briefing
• Office of Economic Development budget briefing
• Office of Arts and Culture budget briefing
• Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections budget briefing

The committee heard four information items—Office of Housing, Seattle Center, Office of Economic Development, Office of Arts and Culture, and Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections—but did not approve, deny, or table any measures. No votes or formal decisions were recorded.

City Council

The September 30, 2025 City Council meeting has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee will hold briefings and discussions on the Mayor's Proposed 2026 Budget for four departments: Seattle Police Department, Community Assisted Response and Engagement, Seattle Fire Department, and Human Services Department. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is limited to presentations and committee discussion.

• Briefing and discussion on Seattle Police Department (SPD) 2026 budget
• Briefing and discussion on Community Assisted Response and Engagement (CARE) 2026 budget
• Briefing and discussion on Seattle Fire Department (SFD) 2026 budget
• Briefing and discussion on Human Services Department (HSD) 2026 budget

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council's Council Briefing scheduled for September 29, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee receives briefings from the City Budget Office and department directors on changes in the Mayor's Proposed 2026 Budget. Session I covers the Office of Planning and Community Development, Office of Sustainability and Environment, and Seattle Parks and Recreation. Session II covers the Seattle Department of Transportation. Only written public comment is accepted for this meeting.

• Briefing and discussion on Office of Planning and Community Development (OPCD) budget changes
• Briefing and discussion on Office of Sustainability and Environment (OSE) budget changes
• Briefing and discussion on Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) budget changes
• Briefing and discussion on Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) budget changes

The committee heard three informational items from the Office of Planning and Community Development, the Office of Sustainability and Environment, and Seattle Parks and Recreation during the morning session. In the afternoon session, the committee heard an informational item from Seattle Department of Transportation. No motions were made, and no decisions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Select Budget Committee

The committee will hear briefings on the Mayor's proposed 2026 budget, federal backfill funding, and a proposed local sales and use tax to fund criminal justice investments. Council Bill 1210834, which would impose the new tax and repeal obsolete tax provisions, will be discussed.

• Briefing and discussion on CB 1210834, a proposed local sales and use tax to fund criminal justice investments, with repeal of obsolete tax code sections
• City Budget Office overview of the Mayor's proposed 2026 budget
• Briefing on federal backfill funding with presentations from multiple city departments

The committee heard Information Items 2732, 2733, and 2734 covering the budget process and the 2026 proposed budget. Council Bill 121083, a tax ordinance to fund criminal‑justice investments, was discussed but no vote or action was recorded. The meeting adjourned at 4:32 p.m.

Public Safety Committee

The Seattle City Council's Public Safety Committee will vote on appointing three members to the Community Police Commission (Jennifer Carl through 2025, Jeremy Holmes through 2026, Rick Williams through 2027). The committee will also consider four ordinances aligning city codes with state law and removing the residency requirement for pro tempore judges. Additionally, the committee will receive a briefing on the Community Safety Initiative Update from the Human Services Department and Seattle Police Department.

• Appointment of Jennifer Carl to Community Police Commission (term to Dec 31, 2025)
• Appointment of Jeremy Holmes to Community Police Commission (term to Dec 31, 2026)
• Appointment of Rick Williams to Community Police Commission (term to Dec 31, 2027)
• Four ordinances conforming Seattle Municipal Code with state law (civil infraction, criminal, traffic, and judges pro tempore residency)
• Community Safety Initiative Update briefing from Human Services Department and Seattle Police Department

The Public Safety Committee voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council confirm the appointments of Jennifer Carl, Jeremy Holmes, and Rick Williams to the Community Police Commission. The committee also unanimously recommended that the City Council pass four ordinances (CB 121079, CB 121080, CB 121081, CB 121064) updating the civil infraction code, criminal code, traffic code, and judge residency requirements.

• Recommend confirming appointment of Jennifer Carl to Community Police Commission (4-0)
• Recommend confirming appointment of Jeremy Holmes to Community Police Commission (4-0)
• Recommend confirming appointment of Rick Williams to Community Police Commission (4-0)
• Recommend passing CB 121079 ordinance to update civil infraction code (4-0)
• Recommend passing CB 121080 ordinance to update criminal code (4-0)
• Recommend passing CB 121081 ordinance to update traffic code (4-0)
• Recommend passing CB 121064 ordinance to remove residency requirement for judges pro tempore (4-0)

City Council

The Seattle City Council will hear Mayor Harrell's 2026 budget address and vote on several committee reports, including a new land-use program and zoning changes. Among the items are the Roots to Roofs Bonus Pilot Program, temporary design review exemptions for housing, and a contract rezone at 352 Roy Street. The council will also consider fire code amendments, restructuring the Office of City Auditor, and changes to business improvement areas in West Seattle Junction and the University District.

• Roots to Roofs Bonus Pilot Program (CB 1210118) – new zoning program passed committee 4-1
• Temporary exemption from Design Review for housing projects meeting affordability requirements (CB 1210489) – passed committee unanimously
• Contract rezone of 352 Roy Street from SM-UP 65 (M) to SM-UP 85 (M) for a 20-foot height increase (CB 12107411 and CF 31453410)
• First Amended and Restated Water Supply Contract for Seattle Public Utilities (CB 12105012) – authorizes execution and budget changes
• Acquisition of permanent and temporary easements by negotiation or eminent domain for SPU on multiple parcels in the SW Wildwood Place area

The Seattle City Council approved the Introduction & Referral Calendar, the agenda, and the consent calendar by unanimous consent. It passed several ordinances, including fire‑code updates, a budget amendment for the Sound Transit 3 program, and a temporary design‑review exemption for housing. The council also adopted the Roots to Roofs Bonus Pilot Program with two amendments and granted a conditioned rezoning of 352 Roy Street.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (IRC 497) – 9 in favor, 0 opposed
• Adopted Agenda – 9 in favor, 0 opposed
• Adopted Consent Calendar – 9 in favor, 0 opposed
• Passed CB 121071 – fire‑code amendments – 9 in favor, 0 opposed
• Passed CB 121011 – Roots to Roofs Bonus Pilot Program with Amendments B & C – 9 in favor, 0 opposed
• Passed CB 121048 – temporary design‑review exemptions for housing – 9 in favor, 0 opposed
• Passed CB 121068 – budget amendment to support Sound Transit 3 permit review – 9 in favor, 0 opposed
• Granted CF 314534 – rezoning of 352 Roy Street (conditioned) – in favor: Nelson, Hollingsworth, Juarez, Kettle, Rinck

Housing and Human Services Committee

The Housing and Human Services Committee will consider reappointing six members to the Seattle Housing Authority Board and appointing a new member. The committee will also vote on an ordinance to renew and modify the Multifamily Housing Property Tax Exemption Program.

• Reappoint Paula L. Houston to Seattle Housing Authority Board (term to March 20, 2028)
• Reappoint Robert D. Crutchfield to Seattle Housing Authority Board (term to December 1, 2026)
• Reappoint Paul Purcell to Seattle Housing Authority Board (term to December 1, 2026)
• Appoint Kristin Ryan to Seattle Housing Authority Board (term to March 19, 2027)
• Vote on ordinance to renew Multifamily Housing Property Tax Exemption Program

The Housing and Human Services Committee unanimously recommended that the City Council confirm six members of the Seattle Housing Authority Board. It also recommended that the Council pass an amended ordinance to renew and modify the Multifamily Housing Property Tax Exemption Program. No members opposed any recommendation. The meeting adjourned at 11:15 a.m.

• Recommend confirming reappointment of Paula L. Houston to SHAB (5‑0)
• Recommend confirming reappointment of Robert D. Crutchfield to SHAB (5‑0)
• Recommend confirming reappointment of Paul Purcell to SHAB (5‑0)
• Recommend confirming appointment of Kristin Ryan to SHAB (5‑0)
• Recommend confirming reappointment of Rita Howard to SHAB (5‑0)
• Recommend confirming reappointment of Twyla Minor to SHAB (5‑0)
• Recommend City Council pass amended ordinance renewing Multifamily Housing Property Tax Exemption Program (5‑0)

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council will review the preliminary agenda for the next day's meeting and hold three closed executive sessions regarding potential litigation. Written public comments are due by 10 a.m. to be distributed before the meeting.

• Approval of Council Briefing Minutes from September 15, 2025
• Review of the Preliminary September 23, 2025, Agenda
• Three closed executive sessions on pending litigation
• Submission of written public comments due by 10 a.m.
• Council President's Report

The council approved the September 15, 2025 Council Briefing minutes (Inf 2609). No other substantive actions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The meeting included a closed executive session on litigation matters.

• Approved September 15, 2025 Council Briefing minutes (Inf 2609)

Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee

The Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee meeting scheduled for September 19, 2025, has been cancelled.

• Meeting cancelled
• Location: Council Chamber, City Hall, 600 4th Avenue

Select Committee on Federal Administration and Policy Changes

The Select Committee on Federal Administration and Policy Changes meeting scheduled for September 19, 2025, has been cancelled.

• Meeting cancelled
• No agenda items presented

Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan

The Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan will discuss and potentially vote on an ordinance to update Neighborhood Residential zones and modify development standards to comply with state laws. The committee will also consider a resolution regarding the One Seattle Plan Comprehensive Plan update.

• CB 120993: Ordinance to update Neighborhood Residential zones and modify development standards
• Res 321832: Resolution regarding the One Seattle Plan Comprehensive Plan update
• Proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan for 2026
• Executive Session on pending, potential, or actual litigation

The Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan voted to recommend that the City Council pass CB 120993, a comprehensive land‑use and zoning ordinance, with all nine members in favor. The committee also recommended that the Council adopt Resolution 32183, which calls for additional measures to advance the One Seattle Plan, again with unanimous support. No opposition was recorded.

• Recommended City Council pass CB 120993 ordinance (9‑0)
• Recommended City Council adopt Resolution 32183 (9‑0)

Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan

The Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan will consider three major items: two ordinances and a resolution that together constitute a major update of the city's Comprehensive Plan, known as the One Seattle Plan. The committee is scheduled to hold briefings, discussions, and possible votes on the items. The update includes a new Future Land Use Map and extensive amendments to the Seattle Municipal Code. The second session continues if needed.

• CB 120985 – Ordinance to repeal and replace the Seattle Comprehensive Plan with new goals, policies, elements, and Future Land Use Map.
• CB 120993 – Ordinance to implement a major update of Neighborhood Residential zones and modify development standards in other zones to comply with state laws.
• Res 321833 – Resolution calling for additional measures by city departments to further advance One Seattle Plan goals and requesting further Comprehensive Plan amendments in 2026.
• Public comment is accepted only in writing, due four business hours before the meeting.
• The committee may vote on these items; amendments for individual votes are included in the agenda packet.

The Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan unanimously recommended that the City Council adopt Council Bill 120985, which would repeal and replace the Seattle Comprehensive Plan and adopt a new Future Land Use Map. The committee also postponed consideration of Council Bill 120993, which updates Neighborhood Residential zones, until September 19, 2025. In addition, the committee postponed Resolution 32183, which calls for additional One Seattle Plan measures, until September 19, 2025.

• Recommend City Council adopt CB 120985 (unanimous)
• Postpone CB 120993 to Sep 19 2025 (unanimous)
• Postpone Res 32183 to Sep 19 2025 (unanimous)

Land Use Committee

The Seattle City Council Land Use Committee meeting scheduled for September 17, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were considered or discussed.

• Meeting cancelled; no agenda items were taken up

Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan

The Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan is holding a meeting to discuss and potentially amend two major ordinances: CB 1209851, which would repeal and replace the Seattle Comprehensive Plan with the "One Seattle Plan" update, and CB 1209932, which would update Neighborhood Residential zones and modify development standards to comply with state laws. The committee will receive briefings from Council Central Staff and consider amendments.

• CB 1209851: Ordinance to repeal and replace the Seattle Comprehensive Plan with new goals, policies, and Future Land Use Map (One Seattle Plan update).
• CB 1209932: Ordinance to implement a major update of Neighborhood Residential zones and modify development standards in other zones to comply with state laws, including amending the Official Land Use Map and numerous code chapters.
• Public comment period open for remote and in-person participation.

The Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan considered two council bills, CB 120985 and CB 120993, both relating to major updates of the Seattle Comprehensive Plan and land‑use zoning. By unanimous consent, each bill was postponed to September 18, 2025. No other actions were taken.

• Postponed CB 120985 ordinance to Sept 18, 2025 (unanimous consent)
• Postponed CB 120993 ordinance to Sept 18, 2025 (unanimous consent)

Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee

The Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee will consider and possibly vote on an ordinance amending the 2025 budget to add appropriations and positions for expediting Sound Transit 3 program permit review and oversight. The committee will also receive a briefing and discuss a six-year budget review covering 2019-2025.

• Ordinance (CB 1210681) amending 2025 budget to support Sound Transit 3 permit review and oversight, creating exempt and nonexempt positions
• Six-Year Review of the City of Seattle Budget (2019-2025) – briefing and discussion only

The Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee voted 4‑0 to recommend that the City Council approve CB 121068, which amends Ordinance 127156 and updates the 2025 budget and Capital Improvement Program. No members opposed the recommendation. The committee also heard Information Item 2749, the six‑year review of Seattle's budget.

• Recommended City Council pass CB 121068 budget amendment (4-0)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will consider and possibly vote on an ordinance establishing a new vehicle type for e-cargo bikes and setting rules for their operation, parking, and loading. Other items include resolutions and ordinances to rename the Council District Fund to District Project Fund and lift a proviso on SDOT budget, a briefing on the Seattle Transportation Plan 3-Year Implementation Plan, and a correction to railroad franchise names.

• Resolution 321791 regarding operation of Council District Fund/District Project Fund via Council Budget Action SDOT 003-A-1
• Ordinance CB 1210582 amending 2025 Budget to rename Council District Fund CIP to District Project Fund CIP and lift a proviso
• Ordinance CB 1210403 establishing e-cargo bike as new vehicle type, with rules for operations, parking, and loading
• Briefing on Seattle Transportation Plan 3-Year Implementation Plan
• Ordinance CB 1210235 correcting franchisee name error in railroad franchise ordinances 126969 and 126970

The committee unanimously recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution 32179 on the Council District Fund. It also recommended passage of Ordinance CB 121058 to rename a capital‑improvement project fund and lift a proviso, Ordinance CB 121040 to create rules for e‑cargo bicycle delivery, and Ordinance CB 121023 to correct a railroad franchisee name. The Seattle Transportation Plan 3‑Year Implementation Plan was presented as an information item. All recommendations were made without opposition.

• Recommended adoption of Resolution 32179 (unanimous)
• Recommended passage of CB 121058 (unanimous)
• Recommended passage of CB 121040 (unanimous)
• Recommended passage of CB 121023 (unanimous)
• Information Item 2731 (Seattle Transportation Plan) heard

City Council

The full City Council will vote on several ordinances and resolutions recommended by its committees, including a 16-year power purchase agreement with the Bonneville Power Administration, a new consumer protection ordinance for residential property transactions, and a change to the SODO Parking and Business Improvement Area assessment rate. The agenda also includes a consent calendar with routine claims payments and multiple board and commission appointments. Public comment is limited to 20 minutes total, with speakers registering in advance.

• 16-year power purchase agreement with Bonneville Power Administration (CB 1210626)
• Ordinance requiring disclosures to homeowners before presenting an offer to purchase (CB 1210392)
• Resolution to change assessment rate and exemptions for SODO Parking and Business Improvement Area (Res 321821)
• Ordinance updating side sewer regulations for Seattle Public Utilities (CB 1210374)
• Ordinance designating Tolliver Temple Church of God in Christ as a historic landmark (CB 1210753)

The Seattle City Council adopted an amended Introduction & Referral Calendar and added Resolution 32183 to advance the One Seattle Plan. It confirmed several appointments to the Landmarks Preservation Board and other commissions. The Council adopted Resolution 32182 to change the SODO Parking BIA assessment rate, passed ordinances on residential transaction disclosures, historic preservation of Tolliver Temple Church, and updates to Seattle Public Utilities side‑sewer rules. It also approved a 16‑year power purchase agreement for City Light and adopted a resolution setting the department’s 2026‑2027 energy‑conservation target.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (unanimous 6‑0)
• Confirmed VJ Kopacki and Erica J. Thomas to Landmarks Preservation Board (unanimous 6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 32182 to change SODO Parking BIA assessment rate (unanimous 6‑0)
• Passed Ordinance CB 121039 requiring disclosures in residential property offers (unanimous 6‑0)
• Passed Ordinance CB 121075 imposing controls on Tolliver Temple Church landmark (unanimous 6‑0)
• Passed Ordinance CB 121037 updating Seattle Public Utilities side‑sewer regulations (unanimous 6‑0)
• Approved 16‑year power purchase agreement for City Light with Bonneville Power Administration (unanimous 6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 32176 approving City Light’s biennial energy‑conservation target (unanimous 6‑0)

Council Briefing

This is a procedural Council Briefing. The council will approve minutes from September 8, hear a presentation on the 2025 budget process, sign letters and proclamations, and preview upcoming council and committee actions. No binding votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Presentation: 2025 Budget Process Preview by Council Central Staff Director Ben Noble
• Preview of September 16 City Council agenda and regional committee actions
• Approval of September 8 Council Briefing minutes
• Signing of letters and proclamations

The council approved the September 8, 2025, Council Briefing minutes. No other actions or votes were recorded. The meeting included informational items on the budget process and upcoming council actions.

• Approved September 8, 2025, Council Briefing minutes

Land Use Committee

The committee will review an application by Scott Carr (Kamiak Real Estate LLC) to rezone 352 Roy Street from a 65‑foot to an 85‑foot height limit with a Mandatory Housing Affordability overlay. It will also consider several ordinances: updating land‑use permit review timelines, changing substantial alteration thresholds for buildings over 7,000 sq ft, and adopting temporary design‑review exemptions for affordable‑housing projects. Briefings and possible votes on each item are scheduled.

• Application to rezone 352 Roy Street from 65‑ft to 85‑ft height limit (Project No. 3041336‑LU)
• Ordinance amending Chapter 23.32 to rezone 352 Roy Street and accept a Property Use and Development Agreement
• Ordinance updating City land‑use permit review timelines (amending SM 23.76.005, 23.76.010, and Resolution 31602)
• Ordinance limiting substantial alteration requirements to buildings larger than 7,000 sq ft (amending Section 311 of the Existing Building Code)
• Ordinance creating temporary exemptions for mandatory‑affordability housing from Design Review and allowing administrative design review

The Land Use Committee unanimously recommended that the City Council approve a rezoning application for 352 Roy Street, increasing the height limit from 65 to 85 feet. It also recommended passage of four ordinances covering land‑use timelines, construction‑code alterations, and temporary design‑review exemptions. All five committee members voted in favor of each recommendation.

• Recommend grant of CF 314534 rezoning 352 Roy St to 85‑ft height limit (5‑0)
• Recommend passage of CB 121074 rezoning 352 Roy St to 85‑ft height limit (5‑0)
• Recommend passage of CB 121045 update of land‑use permit review timelines (5‑0)
• Recommend passage of CB 121047 limit substantial alteration requirements to projects >7,000 sq ft (5‑0)
• Recommend passage of CB 121048 temporary exemptions for housing design review (5‑0)

Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan

The Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan holds a public hearing on two ordinances: CB 120985 to adopt the One Seattle Plan Comprehensive Plan update with new goals, policies, and a Future Land Use Map, and CB 120993 to update Neighborhood Residential zones and other development standards to comply with state laws. The committee will take public comment in two sessions, with remote comments in the morning and in-person comments in the afternoon.

• Public hearing on CB 120985: repeals and replaces the Seattle Comprehensive Plan with the One Seattle Plan, amending dozens of zoning code sections.
• Public hearing on CB 120993: updates Neighborhood Residential zones, modifies development standards, and amends the Official Land Use Map to comply with state laws.
• Remote speaker registration from 8:30–10:00 a.m. for Session I; in-person registration from 2:30–6:30 p.m. for Session II.
• Supporting documents include a Summary and Fiscal Note, Racial Equity Analysis, and Final Environmental Impact Statement for the One Seattle Plan.

The Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan heard public comments on Council Bills 120985 and 120993, which propose major updates to the Seattle Comprehensive Plan and Neighborhood Residential zones. The bills were discussed in committee but no vote or formal action was recorded. The meeting adjourned after the hearings.

Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee

The Seattle City Council's Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee will consider appointments to the Landmarks Preservation Board and the Department of Education and Early Learning. The body will also discuss an ordinance to designate Tolliver Temple Church of God in Christ as a historical landmark.

• Appointment of Erica J. Thomas to Landmarks Preservation Board (term to 2028)
• Appointment of VJ Kopacki to Landmarks Preservation Board (term to 2028)
• Reappointment of Dwane Chappelle as Director of Education and Early Learning (term to 2029)
• Ordinance to designate Tolliver Temple Church of God in Christ as a historical landmark
• Briefing on Department of Neighborhoods operations

The Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee voted to recommend that City Council confirm the appointments of Erica J. Thomas and VJ Kopacki to the Landmarks Preservation Board. The committee also recommended that City Council pass an ordinance imposing historic preservation controls on Tolliver Temple Church of God in Christ. The reappointment of Dwane Chappelle as Director of the Department of Education and Early Learning was discussed but no recommendation was recorded.

• Recommended appointment of Erica J. Thomas to Landmarks Preservation Board (4-0)
• Recommended appointment of VJ Kopacki to Landmarks Preservation Board (4-0)
• Recommended passage of historic preservation ordinance for Tolliver Temple Church (4-0)

Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee

The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee will hold a public hearing and consider ordinances for the West Seattle Junction, University District, and SODO Parking and Business Improvement Areas, as well as an update to the Office of City Auditor's structure.

• Public hearing on West Seattle Junction Parking and Business Improvement Area
• Public hearing on University District Parking and Business Improvement Area
• Ordinance to update Office of City Auditor structure and processes
• Ordinance to modify West Seattle Junction Parking and Business Improvement Area
• Ordinance to modify SODO Parking and Business Improvement Area assessment rate

The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee recommended that City Council pass three ordinances: CB 121072 updating the Office of City Auditor, CB 121060 modifying the West Seattle Junction Business Improvement Area, and CB 121076 modifying the University District Business Improvement Area. Each recommendation received unanimous support (5‑0). The committee also heard Information Item 2730 and discussed CB 121073 but took no action on those items.

• Recommend City Council pass CB 121072 (Office of City Auditor update) – 5‑0 vote
• Recommend City Council pass CB 121060 (West Seattle Junction BIA changes) – 5‑0 vote
• Recommend City Council pass CB 121076 (University District BIA changes) – 5‑0 vote

Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee

The Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee will vote on an ordinance revising solid waste rates and low-income customer credits for 2026-2028. Also up for votes are amendments to the city's wholesale water supply contract, side sewer regulation updates, and acquisition of easements for sewer projects in the SW Wildwood Place area. The committee will also consider several appointments to the Seattle Center Advisory Commission and Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners, and a resolution updating the SPU Customer Review Panel.

• Ordinance revising solid waste rates and low-income credits (CB 12105110)
• First amended water supply contract with requirements holders (CB 12105011)
• Update to side sewer regulations to conform to current standards (CB 12103712)
• Acquisition of permanent and temporary easements by negotiation or condemnation for SW Wildwood Place area sewer projects (CB 12106913)
• Reappointments of Mark Dederer, Sally Bagshaw, Michael George and appointments of Adriane Musuneggi, Eric Pettigrew, Matt Roewe to Seattle Center Advisory Commission

The Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee recommended that City Council confirm several reappointments and new appointments to the Seattle Center Advisory Commission and the Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners. It also recommended that Council pass four utility ordinances covering solid‑waste rates, a water‑contract and budget amendment, side‑sewer regulations, and acquisition of easements. Additionally, the committee advised adopting a resolution to expand youth engagement in the SPU Customer Review Panel.

• Recommend confirming Mark F. Dederer reappointment (3‑0)
• Recommend confirming Sally Bagshaw reappointment (3‑0)
• Recommend confirming Adriane Musuneggi appointment (3‑0)
• Recommend confirming Jane C. Stonecipher appointment (4‑0)
• Recommend passing solid‑waste ordinance CB 121051 (3‑1)
• Recommend passing water‑contract ordinance CB 121050 (4‑0)
• Recommend passing side‑sewer ordinance CB 121037 (4‑0)
• Recommend passing easement acquisition ordinance CB 121069 (4‑0)

Housing and Human Services Committee

The Housing and Human Services Committee will discuss two ordinances. One ordinance (CB 1210391) proposes required disclosures to owners before presenting an offer to purchase a residential property. The other ordinance (CB 1210552) renews and modifies the Multifamily Housing Property Tax Exemption Program. The committee may vote on these items after public comment.

• Ordinance CB 1210391 – requires owner disclosures before a residential property offer is presented
• Ordinance CB 1210552 – renews and modifies the Multifamily Housing Property Tax Exemption Program

The Seattle Housing and Human Services Committee reviewed two ordinances. It recommended that the City Council adopt CB 121039, which adds disclosure requirements for residential property transactions, with all five members in favor. The committee discussed CB 121055, the multifamily housing tax exemption program, but took no further action.

• Recommended City Council pass CB 121039 ordinance (5-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss and possibly vote on an ordinance (CB 1210641) to remove the city residency requirement for judges pro tempore in Seattle. The committee will also receive briefings on the Fire Code Update and an update from the City Attorney's Office on new public safety tools. Public comment is available before the business items.

• Ordinance CB 1210641 removing city residency requirement for judges pro tempore, with possible vote
• Fire Code Update briefing and discussion
• City Attorney's Office update on new public safety tools, presented by City Attorney Ann Davison

The committee reviewed CB 121064, an ordinance to remove the city residency requirement for judges pro tempore, and heard two informational briefings on fire code updates and new public safety tools. No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded; the items were only discussed.

City Council

The Seattle City Council will vote on several ordinances including a collective bargaining agreement with the Seattle Fire Chiefs' Association (2022-2026), updated surveillance impact reports for police CCTV and Real-Time Crime Center software, a Lake City neighborhood rezone, and a waiver for netting poles at Jefferson Park Golf Course. The consent calendar includes routine claims payments and appointments to 20 city commissions.

• Collective bargaining agreement with Seattle Fire Chiefs' Association, IAFF Local 2898, effective 2022-2026 (CB 1210651)
• Approval of 2025 surveillance impact reports for Seattle Police Department's Closed-Circuit Television Camera Systems (CB 1210522) and Real-Time Crime Center (CB 1210533)
• Rezone of land in Lake City neighborhood (CB 1210495)
• Waiver of development standards for 32 netting poles at Jefferson Park Golf Course (CF 3145366)
• Amendments to small works roster and contractor bond processes to align with state law (CB 1210464)

The Seattle City Council adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar, the agenda, and the Consent Calendar by unanimous consent. It approved several appointments and two budget‑related ordinances without opposition. The Council also passed an amendment to the surveillance ordinance that requires a 60‑day pause of CCTV data when it is requested for federal civil immigration enforcement, while two other amendment proposals were rejected.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (unanimous 9‑0)
• Adopted Agenda (unanimous consent)
• Adopted Consent Calendar (unanimous consent)
• Approved CB 121070 appropriations ordinance (unanimous 9‑0)
• Approved CB 121065 collective‑bargaining ordinance (unanimous 9‑0)
• Amended CB 121052 to add 60‑day CCTV pause for immigration warrants (passed)
• Failed amendment to CB 121052 Section 3 by Rinck (3‑6)
• Failed amendment to CB 121052 Section 1 by Rinck (4‑5)

Council Briefing

The City Council will discuss appointments to 21 citizen boards and commissions, including renters, LGBTQ, disability, human rights, design, and others. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a preview of the next day's council agenda.

• Appointment of Agni Bhattacharya to Seattle Renters' Commission
• Appointment of BB Denton to Seattle LGBTQ Commission
• Appointment of Charlie Vu Nguyen to Seattle Disability Commission
• Appointment of Hector Garcia to Seattle Human Rights Commission
• Appointment of Eric Alipio to Seattle Design Commission

The council approved the August 11, 2025 Council Briefing minutes. No other substantive actions, votes, or approvals were recorded.

• Approved August 11, 2025 briefing minutes

Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee

The Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee will hold public hearings and consider four items from Seattle City Light: a biennial energy conservation target for 2026-2027, the 2026-2029 Clean Energy Implementation Plan, an ordinance to expand demand-response programs, and a 16-year power purchase agreement with the Bonneville Power Administration. The committee may vote on each item after discussion.

• Res 321761: Approving City Light's 2026-2027 biennial energy conservation target and ten-year conservation potential
• Res 321812: Approving City Light's 2026-2029 Clean Energy Implementation Plan under the Clean Energy Transformation Act
• CB 1210633: Ordinance authorizing programs, agreements, and incentives for customer electricity-consumption modifications (amending SMC 21.49.130)
• CB 1210624: Ordinance authorizing a 16-year power purchase agreement with Bonneville Power Administration and related agreements

The Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee recommended that the City Council adopt two resolutions and two ordinances related to City Light. All five committee members voted in favor of each recommendation, with no opposition. The items include a biennial energy‑conservation target, the Clean Energy Implementation Plan, a program‑development ordinance, and a 16‑year power purchase agreement. No other actions were taken.

• Recommended adoption of Resolution 32176 (energy‑conservation target) – vote 5‑0
• Recommended adoption of Resolution 32181 (Clean Energy Implementation Plan) – vote 5‑0
• Recommended passage of Ordinance CB 121063 (programs and incentives) – vote 5‑0
• Recommended passage of Ordinance CB 121062 (16‑year power purchase agreement) – vote 5‑0

Land Use Committee

The committee will hold public hearings and vote on several land use ordinances, including a rezone in Lake City and changes to design review for housing projects. Members will also discuss a contract rezone for a site on Roy Street and a pilot program called Roots to Roofs.

• Proposed rezone of land in the Lake City neighborhood (CB 1210497)
• Contract rezone application for 352 Roy Street to increase height limit from 65 to 85 feet
• Ordinance to establish the Roots to Roofs Bonus Pilot Program (CB 1210113)
• Proposed exemption from Design Review for certain housing projects meeting MHA requirements (CB 1210486)
• Modification of development standards for 32 netting poles at Jefferson Park Golf Course

The committee voted to recommend that City Council grant a waiver for installing 32 netting poles at Jefferson Park Golf Course (5‑0). It also recommended passing the Roots to Roofs Bonus Pilot Program ordinance (4‑1) and a rezoning ordinance for the Lake City neighborhood (5‑0). Several other items were discussed but no recommendation or vote was recorded.

• Recommend grant of waiver for 32 netting poles at Jefferson Park Golf Course (5‑0)
• Recommend passage of Roots to Roofs Bonus Pilot Program ordinance (4‑1)
• Recommend passage of Lake City rezoning ordinance (5‑0)

Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee

The Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee will receive briefings on a tribal governments and native communities update, and on a budget ordinance (CB 1210682) that would amend the 2025 budget to support Sound Transit 3 program permit review and oversight. The committee will also consider a possible vote on an ordinance (CB 1210463) that aligns small works roster and contractor bond processes with state law.

• Briefing and discussion on Tribal Governments and Native Communities Update
• Briefing and discussion on CB 1210682: 2025 budget amendment for Sound Transit 3 program permit review and oversight, including creating exempt and nonexempt positions
• Briefing, discussion, and possible vote on CB 1210463: ordinance amending small works roster and contractor bond processes (SMC 20.40.020 and 20.48.010)

The Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee heard an update from tribal governments, discussed a budget amendment ordinance, and voted 4‑0 to recommend that the City Council approve the public‑works contract ordinance CB 121046.

• Committee recommended City Council pass CB 121046 public‑works contract ordinance (4‑0)
• Tribal Governments and Native Communities update heard (no vote)
• Budget amendment ordinance CB 121068 discussed (no vote)

Transportation Committee

The Seattle City Council Transportation Committee will discuss a resolution and ordinance to rename and adjust the District Project Fund as part of the 2025 budget, receive a briefing on the SDOT Sidewalk Program for repairs and new construction, and consider an ordinance establishing new regulations for e-cargo bicycle delivery, including vehicle type definitions, parking, and loading rules.

• Resolution 321791 on operation of Council District Fund/District Project Fund via budget action SDOT 003-A-1
• Ordinance CB 1210582 amending the 2025 budget to rename the Council District Fund CIP project and lift a proviso
• Briefing on SDOT Sidewalk Program: repair and new construction
• Ordinance CB 1210404 establishing e-cargo bicycle as a new vehicle type and setting rules for operations, parking, and loading
• Amendments to Seattle Municipal Code sections 11.14.055, 11.23.120, 11.31.121, 11.76.015, and new sections 11.23.430, 11.44.300

The committee reviewed Resolution 32179 concerning the Council District Fund, Ordinance CB 121058 amending the 2025 budget and CIP naming, Information Item 2726 on the SDOT Sidewalk Program, and Ordinance CB 121040 establishing rules for e‑cargo bicycle delivery. No approvals, denials, or vote tallies were recorded for any of these items. The meeting adjourned at 12:06 p.m.

Transportation Committee

This meeting was cancelled and rescheduled from 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM on September 2, 2025. No substantive agenda items are listed; the agenda contains only procedural scheduling information.

• Meeting cancelled and rescheduled to 10:00 AM on same day

City Council

The Seattle City Council will consider confirming appointments to the Seattle Public Utilities Customer Review Panel and vote on ordinances authorizing food and beverage concessions at Golden Gardens and Magnuson Parks, as well as improvements to Westlake Park.

• Confirm appointments to Seattle Public Utilities Customer Review Panel
• Authorize Golden Gardens Bathhouse concession agreement with The Kite Cafe LLC
• Authorize Magnuson Park concessions with Magnuson Brewing, LLC
• Authorize donated improvements to Westlake Park at 401 Pine Street
• Authorize agreements for Harbor Island Superfund Site remediation

The Seattle City Council adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar, the agenda, and the Consent Calendar by unanimous consent. It passed several ordinances, including park concession agreements for Golden Gardens and Magnuson parks, a solid‑waste zoning update, and an ordinance authorizing remediation actions at the Harbor Island Superfund Site. The Council also confirmed eight appointments to the Seattle Public Utilities Customer Review Panel. All votes were 8‑0 in favor.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (unanimous 8‑0)
• Adopted Agenda (unanimous 8‑0)
• Adopted Consent Calendar (unanimous 8‑0)
• Approved park concession agreement for Golden Gardens Bathhouse (unanimous 8‑0)
• Approved park concession agreement for Magnuson Brewing at Warren G. Magnuson Park (unanimous 8‑0)
• Approved ordinance updating solid‑waste storage requirements (unanimous 8‑0)
• Approved Harbor Island Superfund remediation ordinance (unanimous 8‑0)
• Confirmed eight members to the Seattle Public Utilities Customer Review Panel (unanimous 8‑0)

Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee

The Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee meeting scheduled for August 15, 2025, has been cancelled.

Select Committee on Federal Administration and Policy Changes

The Select Committee on Federal Administration and Policy Changes will meet to discuss the impacts of federal policy on local emergency management systems and energy policy. The committee will also receive a briefing on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act's effects on energy policy.

• Briefing on federal impacts on disaster and emergency management systems
• Discussion on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act's impact on energy policy
• Presentation by Office of Emergency Management (OEM) and Office of Intergovernmental Relations (OIR)

The committee approved the meeting agenda. Information Item 2724 on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act’s impact on energy policy was not heard. Information Item 2725 on federal impacts on disaster and emergency management systems was heard. No vote tallies were recorded for these actions.

• Approved meeting agenda (no vote tally recorded)
• Inf 2724 not heard
• Inf 2725 heard
• Committee adjourned the meeting

Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee

The Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee meeting scheduled for August 14, 2025, has been cancelled.

Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee

The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee will discuss follow‑up on audit recommendations addressing gun violence, overdoses, and organized retail crime, with presentations from the police, human services, fire, mayor's office, and city auditor. The committee will also consider Ordinance CB 1210602, which modifies exemptions to the West Seattle Junction Parking and Business Improvement Area special assessment levy and amends Ordinance 113326. Public comment will be taken before the meeting adjourns.

• Audit recommendations follow‑up on gun violence, overdoses, and organized retail crime
• Ordinance CB 1210602 modifying exemptions to the West Seattle Junction BIA special assessment levy (amending Ordinance 113326)

The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee heard Information Item 2723 on gun violence, overdoses, crime, and organized retail crime audit recommendations. The committee also discussed Ordinance CB 121060 concerning the West Seattle Junction Parking and Business Improvement Area. No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Housing and Human Services Committee

The Housing and Human Services Committee meeting scheduled for August 13, 2025, has been cancelled. No agenda items will be discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Housing and Human Services Committee

The Housing and Human Services Committee will review two ordinances. The first, CB 1210391, would add Chapter 6.610 to require certain disclosures to owners before presenting an offer to purchase a residential property and establish consumer protections for owners of solicited residential property. The second, CB 1210552, would renew and modify the Multifamily Housing Property Tax Exemption Program, repeal Chapter 5.72, and amend Chapters 5.73, 5.75.090 and 23.50A.062 to align with state law. Presentations will be given by staff from the Mayor’s Office and the Office of Housing before any vote.

• Ordinance (CB 1210391) – adds Chapter 6.610 to require seller disclosures before a purchase offer and creates consumer protections for owners of solicited residential property.
• Ordinance (CB 1210552) – renews and modifies the Multifamily Housing Property Tax Exemption Program, repeals Chapter 5.72, and amends Chapters 5.73, 5.75.090, and 23.50A.062.

The Housing and Human Services Committee met on August 13, 2025. Councilmembers Solomon, Juarez, and Saka discussed CB 121039, an ordinance on residential property transaction disclosures, and CB 121055, an ordinance to renew and modify the Multifamily Housing Property Tax Exemption Program. The minutes record discussion of both bills, but no vote, approval, or denial was recorded.

Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee

The Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee will discuss updating solid waste service rates and zoning requirements for waste storage. The body is also considering several park concession agreements and appointments to the SPU Customer Review Panel.

• Concession agreement with The Kite Cafe LLC for Golden Gardens Bathhouse
• Concession agreement with Magnuson Brewing, LLC at Warren G. Magnuson Park
• Donated improvements from Seattle Parks Foundation for Westlake Park (401 Pine Street)
• Proposed revisions to Seattle Public Utilities solid waste rates and charges
• Remediation agreements for the Harbor Island Superfund Site East Waterway Operable Unit

The Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee unanimously recommended that City Council approve four park‑related ordinances, a Harbor Island Superfund ordinance, and five appointments to the Seattle Public Utilities Customer Review Panel. No opposition was recorded for any recommendation.

• Recommended City Council pass CB 121057 (donated improvements for Westlake Park) – 3‑0
• Recommended City Council pass CB 121036 (Kite Cafe concession at Golden Gardens Bathhouse) – 3‑0
• Recommended City Council pass CB 121056 (Magnuson Brewing concession at Magnuson Park) – 3‑0
• Recommended City Council pass CB 121005 (updates to solid‑waste storage and zoning requirements) – 3‑0
• Recommended City Council pass CB 121043 (Harbor Island Superfund remediation agreement) – 3‑0
• Recommended confirming Jeremy Febus as member of SPU Customer Review Panel (Appt 03270) – 3‑0
• Recommended confirming Ebony Rose Frazier as member of SPU Customer Review Panel (Appt 03271) – 3‑0
• Recommended confirming Rita Howard as member of SPU Customer Review Panel (Appt 03272) – 3‑0

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider two ordinances related to Seattle Police Department's surveillance technology: Closed-Circuit Television Camera Systems (CB 1210521) and Real-Time Crime Center software (CB 1210532). Both items are up for briefing, discussion, and possible vote after public comment. The ordinances would authorize use and accept the 2025 updated surveillance impact reports.

• Ordinance CB 1210521: approval of 2025 updated surveillance impact report for SPD's Closed-Circuit Television Camera Systems.
• Ordinance CB 1210532: approval of 2025 updated surveillance impact report for SPD's Real-Time Crime Center software.
• Public comment period before discussion and possible vote.
• Amendments 1–3 proposed for CCTV ordinance; Amendment 1 for RTCC ordinance.
• Presenters include Greg Doss (Council Central Staff) and Brian Maxey (SPD Chief Operating Officer).

The committee voted 5‑0 in favor of recommending the City Council adopt CB 121052, an ordinance for CCTV camera system use, and CB 121053, an ordinance for Real‑Time Crime Center software. No members opposed either recommendation. The committee’s action is a recommendation, not a final council vote.

• Recommended CB 121052 ordinance on CCTV cameras (5‑0)
• Recommended CB 121053 ordinance on Real‑Time Crime Center software (5‑0)

City Council

The City Council is deciding on amendments to the 2025 Budget and the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program. The body will also consider updates to subdivision procedures and several right-of-way acquisitions for the Department of Transportation.

• CB 1210422 and CB 1210293: Amendments to the 2025 Budget and 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program
• CB 1210094: Ordinance to update subdivision procedures and amend land use and zoning codes
• CB 1210165: Property acquisition for the NE 130th Street and NE 125th Street Mobility and Safety project
• CB 1210176: Acceptance of various deeds for alley or street purposes
• Appt 032674, 032685, 032696: Appointments to the Indigenous Advisory Council

The council adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar and the Consent Calendar by unanimous consent. It passed an appropriations ordinance (CB 121054) and several budget amendment ordinances, including changes to the 2025 budget and the 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program. Major land‑use and transportation ordinances were also approved, and three members were reappointed to the Indigenous Advisory Council.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (unanimous consent, 8‑0)
• Adopted Consent Calendar (unanimous consent, 8‑0)
• Approved CB 121054 appropriations ordinance (8‑0)
• Passed budget amendment ordinance CB 121042 (8‑0)
• Passed budget amendment ordinance CB 121029 (8‑0)
• Passed land‑use ordinance CB 121009 (8‑0)
• Passed NE 130th Street mobility project ordinance CB 121016 (8‑0)
• Reappointed Esther Lucero, Donny Stevenson, and Tia Yazzie to Indigenous Advisory Council (8‑0)

Council Briefing

The Council will review the preliminary agenda for August 12, 2025. The meeting includes a president's report and a closed executive session regarding litigation.

• Approval of July 28, 2025 minutes
• Preview of August 12, 2025 preliminary agenda
• Executive session on pending, potential, or actual litigation

The Seattle City Council approved the July 28, 2025 Council Briefing minutes. The meeting also featured a President's Report, signing of letters and proclamations, and a preview of upcoming council actions. An executive session was held to discuss pending, potential, or actual litigation.

• Approved July 28, 2025 Council Briefing minutes

City Council

The council will adopt an introduction and referral calendar. If adopted, Council Bill 121059 will be scheduled for final action on August 12, 2025. The meeting also includes standard items such as call to order, roll call, agenda approval, presentations, and adjournment.

• Adoption of introduction and referral calendar
• Placement of Council Bill 121059 on August 12, 2025 agenda for final action (pending adoption)
• Written public comment accepted (must be submitted by 10 a.m.)

The council met in a special session on August 11, 2025. By unanimous consent the agenda was approved and the Introduction & Referral Calendar was adopted. No other matters were considered or decided.

• Approved agenda (unanimous consent)
• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (8‑0, no opposition)

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will consider an ordinance updating subdivision procedures and may vote on it. They will also discuss a waiver for installing 32 netting poles at Jefferson Park Golf Course, a rezone in the Lake City neighborhood, an ordinance limiting substantial alteration requirements for buildings over 7,000 square feet, and an ordinance updating timelines for land use permits.

• Ordinance updating subdivision procedures (CB 1210091) — possible vote
• Waiver for 32 netting poles at Jefferson Park Golf Course (CF 3145362) — discussion
• Rezone in Lake City neighborhood (CB 1210493) — discussion
• Ordinance limiting substantial alteration requirements to buildings over 7,000 sq ft (CB 1210474) — discussion
• Ordinance updating land use permit timelines and quasi-judicial rules (CB 1210455) — discussion

The Land Use Committee met on Aug. 6, 2025 and considered five items. Members voted to recommend that the City Council pass CB 121009, which would update subdivision procedures. The other four items were discussed but no action was taken.

• Recommended City Council pass CB 121009 to update subdivision procedures (unanimous)

Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee

The committee will vote on three appointments to the Indigenous Advisory Council: reappointments of Esther Lucero and Donny Stevenson, and new appointment of Tia Yazzie, all with terms to July 31, 2027. They will also receive a briefing on an ordinance (CB 1210464) amending small works roster and contractor bond processes to align with state law. Additionally, a briefing on the August 2025 Economic and Revenue Forecast is scheduled.

• Reappointment of Esther Lucero to Indigenous Advisory Council (term to July 31, 2027)
• Reappointment of Donny Stevenson to Indigenous Advisory Council (term to July 31, 2027)
• Appointment of Tia Yazzie to Indigenous Advisory Council (term to July 31, 2027)
• Ordinance CB 1210464 amending small works roster and contractor bond processes (Seattle Municipal Code Sections 20.40.020 and 20.48.010)
• Briefing on August 2025 Economic and Revenue Forecast

The Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee recommended that the City Council confirm the reappointment of Esther Lucero and Donny Stevenson, and the appointment of Tia Yazzie to the Indigenous Advisory Council, each with three votes in favor and none opposed. The committee also discussed an ordinance on public works contracts and heard the August 2025 Economic and Revenue Forecast. No other actions were taken.

• Recommended reappointment of Esther Lucero to Indigenous Advisory Council (3-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Donny Stevenson to Indigenous Advisory Council (3-0)
• Recommended appointment of Tia Yazzie to Indigenous Advisory Council (3-0)

Transportation Committee

The Seattle Transportation Committee will discuss the Puget Sound Regional Transportation Plan and vote on multiple ordinances accepting deeds for street and alley rights-of-way across the city.

• PSRC Regional Transportation Plan presentation
• Ordinance accepting deeds for NE 130th Street and NE 125th Street mobility project
• Ordinance accepting 25 limited purpose easements for sidewalks and alleys
• Ordinance accepting deeds for rights-of-way in North Rainier Hub neighborhood
• Ordinance accepting deeds for rights-of-way in South Park and other neighborhoods

The committee heard an information item on the PSRC Regional Transportation Plan. It then unanimously recommended six council bills—CB 121026, CB 121016, CB 121017, CB 121018, CB 121019, and CB 121020—to the City Council. All five members voted in favor and none opposed each recommendation.

• Recommended CB 121026 vacating the alley in Block 14 Jos C. Kinnear’s Addition (5‑0)
• Recommended CB 121016 authorizing SDOT to acquire deed for NE 130th & NE 125th Street project (5‑0)
• Recommended CB 121017 accepting various deeds for alley and street rights‑of‑way (5‑0)
• Recommended CB 121018 accepting 25 limited‑purpose easements for sidewalks, alleys, and signal poles (5‑0)
• Recommended CB 121019 accepting various deeds for street and alley rights‑of‑way (5‑0)
• Recommended CB 121020 accepting 25 limited‑purpose easements for sidewalks, alleys, street turn‑arounds, and signal poles (5‑0)

City Council

The council will vote on several budget‑related ordinances that amend the 2025 Budget and the 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program. Items include acceptance of non‑city funding, additions to CIP projects, a supplemental budget amendment, and an interfund loan with a new LTGO bond fund. Two resolutions will also be adopted to name the monthly President Pro Tem and to set participation on various committees.

• Ordinance (CB 1210301) authorizing acceptance of non‑city funding and revising CIP allocations
• Ordinance (CB 1210312) adding projects to the 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program
• Ordinance (CB 1210323) supplemental amendment to the 2025 Budget and CIP
• Ordinance (CB 1210334) interfund loan increase and creation of the 2026 Multipurpose LTGO Bond Fund
• Resolution (Res 321775) designating the monthly President Pro Tem of the City Council

The council adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar and the agenda by unanimous consent. Four budget‑related council bills (CB 121030‑033) were approved, each with unanimous or near‑unanimous votes. Two resolutions designating the President Pro Tem and committee participation for 2025 were also adopted unanimously.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (unanimous consent)
• Adopted agenda (unanimous consent)
• Approved CB 121030 ordinance (7‑0)
• Approved amended CB 121031 ordinance (7‑0, 1 disqualified)
• Approved CB 121032 ordinance (8‑0)
• Approved CB 121033 ordinance (8‑0)
• Adopted Res 32177 (8‑0)
• Adopted Res 32178 (8‑0)

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council briefing scheduled for August 4, 2025, has been cancelled. The meeting was to be held in the Council Chamber at City Hall.

• Meeting cancelled
• Location: Council Chamber, City Hall, 600 4th Avenue

Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan

The Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan will hold briefings and discussions on two major ordinances: CB 1209851, which would repeal and replace the entire Seattle Comprehensive Plan with a new 'One Seattle Plan' including updated land-use policies and a new Future Land Use Map, and CB 1209932, which would overhaul Neighborhood Residential zones and other development standards to comply with state laws. Only written public comment is accepted. No votes are scheduled.

• CB 1209851: Replace the Comprehensive Plan with the 'One Seattle Plan' and amend 100+ zoning code sections
• CB 1209932: Major update of Neighborhood Residential zones and rezone areas on the Official Land Use Map to comply with state laws
• Both items have 100-minute briefing and discussion sessions with Council Central Staff
• Attachments include full ordinance texts, fiscal notes, racial equity analysis, and final environmental impact statement
• Written public comment must be submitted by 5:00 AM on meeting day (4 business hours before 9:30 AM start)

The Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan reviewed Council Bill 120985, an ordinance to repeal and replace the Seattle Comprehensive Plan, and Council Bill 120993, an ordinance to update Neighborhood Residential zones and related code sections. Both bills were discussed in committee but no vote or formal action was recorded. The meeting adjourned at 11:22 a.m.

City Council

The Seattle City Council will consider two ordinances. One extends floodplain interim regulations for six months. The other proposes a special election on November 4, 2025 to raise the business and occupation tax limit and add related tax changes. Council members will vote on both items after public comment.

• Ordinance extending floodplain interim regulations for an additional six months (CB 1210131)
• Ordinance proposing a special election to lift business and occupation tax limits and amend related tax codes (CB 1210282)
• Public comment period limited to 20 minutes total

The Council adopted an amended floodplain ordinance (CB 121013) with a unanimous 9‑0 vote. It also approved a comprehensive business and occupation tax ordinance (CB 121028), including amendments to its provisions and title, after an 8‑1 vote on funding language, a 9‑0 vote on the title change, a failed 3‑6 amendment, and a final 9‑0 vote to pass the bill.

• Approved CB 121013 floodplain ordinance (9‑0)
• Approved amendment to CB 121028 Section 7.B funding language (8‑1)
• Approved title amendment to CB 121028 (9‑0)
• Failed amendment to CB 121028 (Attachment 1) (3‑6)
• Passed CB 121028 business and occupation tax ordinance (9‑0)

Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee

The Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee will hold a public hearing and possibly vote on Resolution 321761, which would approve City Light's biennial energy conservation target for 2026-2027 and a ten-year conservation potential. The committee will also receive a briefing on the 2024 Seattle City Light financial audit from Baker Tilly.

• Public hearing and possible vote on Resolution 321761 approving City Light's 2026-2027 energy conservation target and ten-year conservation potential
• Briefing on 2024 SCL financial statements and audit results from Baker Tilly
• Presentation by City Light General Manager Dawn Lindell and others on demand-side management potential

The Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee met on August 1, 2025. Members Rinck, Mercedes, Juarez, Saka, and Strauss were present; Solomon was excused. The committee discussed Resolution 32176, which acknowledges and approves the City Light Department’s biennial energy‑conservation target for 2026‑2027 and its ten‑year conservation potential, but no vote outcome was recorded. The committee also heard Information Item 2720 concerning a Baker Tilly audit.

Public Safety Committee

The Seattle City Council Public Safety Committee will hold a special meeting to review updates on the Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) and Real-Time Crime Center (RTCC) surveillance systems. The committee will discuss draft ordinances and a staff memo regarding the impact of these surveillance programs.

• Discussion of CCTV and RTCC surveillance impact report updates
• Review of draft ordinances for CCTV and RTCC systems
• Briefing by Deputy Mayor Tim Burgess and Seattle Police Department officials
• Public comment period scheduled for the meeting

The Public Safety Committee met on July 31, 2025, approved its agenda, and heard Information Item 2719 concerning the Closed‑Circuit Television and Real‑Time Crime Center surveillance impact report. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded for the item. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee will review and possibly vote on an ordinance to place a proposition on the November 4, 2025 ballot asking voters to lift the limit on business and occupation tax rates and authorize additional taxes for housing, human services, workforce, and small business support. The committee will also discuss and vote on several budget amendments, including a mid-year budget carry-forward, a mid-year supplemental ordinance, and a grant acceptance ordinance. Additionally, there is an ordinance to increase an interfund loan for the Human Capital Management System project.

• Ordinance to place a ballot measure lifting the B&O tax limit and authorizing additional taxes for housing, human services, workforce, and small business support, with 17 amendments (CB 1210281).
• Mid-year budget carry-forward ordinance changing appropriations for various departments and lifting a proviso (CB 1210292).
• Mid-year supplemental ordinance creating and modifying positions, adding CIP projects, and lifting a proviso (CB 1210315).
• Ordinance to increase an interfund loan by $X for the Human Capital Management System project (amount not specified in agenda text) (CB 1210337).
• Ordinance to accept non-City funding including grants, private funding, and subsidized loans for the 2025 budget (CB 1210304).

The Select Budget Committee reviewed seven ordinances that amend the 2025 budget and related capital improvement programs. For each ordinance, the committee voted and recommended that the City Council pass the measure. No ordinance was opposed by the committee as a whole, and none were denied or tabled.

• Recommended City Council pass CB 121028 (8 in favor, 0 opposed)
• Recommended City Council pass CB 121029 (7 in favor, 1 opposed)
• Recommended City Council pass CB 121042 (7 in favor, 1 opposed)
• Recommended City Council pass CB 121030 (8 in favor, 0 opposed)
• Recommended City Council pass CB 121031 (8 in favor, 0 opposed)
• Recommended City Council pass CB 121032 (6 in favor, 0 opposed)
• Recommended City Council pass CB 121033 (7 in favor, 0 opposed)

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will hold public hearings and briefings on two proposed ordinances. These include updates to city subdivision procedures and the establishment of a new bonus pilot program.

• CB 1210091: Ordinance to update subdivision procedures by amending and repealing sections of the Seattle Municipal Code
• CB 1210112: Ordinance to establish the Roots to Roofs Bonus Pilot Program

City Council

The Seattle City Council will consider an ordinance to update the 2025 Annual Action Plan for housing and community development programs and a resolution outlining public-safety funding priorities ahead of a proposed local sales tax. The body will also vote on a five-year agreement for the Green Lake Pitch & Putt.

• Ordinance to update 2025 Annual Action Plan for housing and community development
• Resolution setting public-safety funding priorities for a proposed sales tax
• Resolution adopting new General Rules and Procedures for the Council
• Ordinance authorizing a five-year agreement for Green Lake Pitch & Putt management
• Multiple appointments to the Renters' Commission and other boards

The council adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar and the agenda by unanimous consent. It adopted the Consent Calendar and approved the minutes from July 15, 17, and 22, each with an 8‑0 vote. The council passed CB 121041, an ordinance appropriating money to pay certain claims for the week of July 14‑18, 2025, also by an 8‑0 vote. It confirmed numerous appointments to the Seattle Renters’ Commission, Social Housing Authority, and other boards, each by an 8‑0 vote.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (unanimous consent, 8‑0)
• Adopted Agenda (unanimous consent, 8‑0)
• Adopted Consent Calendar (motion by President Nelson, 8‑0)
• Approved CB 121041 appropriating funds for July 14‑18 claims (8‑0)
• Confirmed appointment of Becca Book to Seattle Social Housing Public Development Authority Governing Council (8‑0)
• Confirmed appointment of Andrew Ashiofu to Seattle Renters’ Commission (8‑0)
• Confirmed appointment of Alistair Cerretti to Historic Seattle Preservation and Development Authority Governing Council (8‑0)
• Confirmed appointment of Alex Apostolopoulos to Pike Place Market Historical Commission (8‑0)

City Council

The Seattle City Council will meet to select a finalist to fill the vacant District 5 seat from a list of six candidates. The meeting is scheduled for 9:30 AM on July 28, 2025, at City Hall.

• Selection of a finalist for City Council District 5
• Public comment period (20 minutes total)
• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Roll call and call to order
• In-person and remote public comment registration

The Council adopted a voting procedure to appoint a replacement for the District 5 seat, passing the motion 8‑0. Councilmembers then voted on the six finalists, and Debora Juarez received seven votes (one for Nilu Jenks) and was appointed to fill the District 5 position until the November 2026 election. She accepted the appointment and was sworn in by City Clerk Scheereen Dedman. The agenda was approved by unanimous consent.

• Adopt voting procedure for District 5 appointment (8‑0)
• Approve agenda (unanimous consent)
• Appoint Debora Juarez to District 5 seat (7‑1 vote)
• Administer oath of office to Debora Juarez

Council Briefing

This meeting is a Council Briefing consisting of procedural items and a preview of upcoming actions. No legislative decisions or policy votes are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of July 21, 2025, meeting minutes
• President's Report
• Signing of letters and proclamations
• Preview of the preliminary July 29, 2025, City Council Agenda

The Seattle City Council approved the July 21, 2025 Council Briefing minutes. No other actions or votes were recorded, and the meeting concluded with a preview of upcoming items.

• Approved July 21, 2025 Council Briefing minutes

Notice of Possible Quorum of Seattle City Council or Committee Members

This is a notice that a possible quorum of Seattle City Council members may attend a welcome reception for the appointee to fill the vacant City Council District 5 position. The reception is contingent on the Council making an appointment earlier that day at 9:30 a.m. No business is anticipated to take place at the reception.

• Appointment meeting for vacant City Council District 5 position at 9:30 a.m. on July 28, 2025
• Welcome reception for new appointee from 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at City Hall, Bertha Knight Landes Room
• Event will be cancelled if no appointment is made at the July 28 meeting

Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee

The Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee will consider several appointments to city boards and commissions. Members will vote on new and reappointed members for the Historic Seattle Preservation and Development Authority Governing Council, the Pike Place Market Historical Commission, the Landmarks Preservation Board, and the Pike Place Market Preservation and Development Authority Governing Council. The meeting also includes a briefing from the Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs on supporting immigrant and refugee communities.

• Appointment of Alistair Cerretti to Historic Seattle Preservation and Development Authority Governing Council (term to Nov 30 2027)
• Appointment of Jonathan Moore to Historic Seattle Preservation and Development Authority Governing Council (term to Nov 30 2027)
• Appointment of Raam D. Wong to Historic Seattle Preservation and Development Authority Governing Council (term to Nov 30 2027)
• Appointment of Alex Apostolopoulos to Pike Place Market Historical Commission (term to Dec 1 2026)
• Briefing by OIRA on supporting Seattle’s immigrant and refugee communities

The Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee unanimously recommended that City Council confirm twelve appointments to various historic preservation and market commissions. All four committee members voted in favor of each recommendation and none opposed. Two informational items on immigrant and refugee support and the Neighborhoods Community Safety Portfolio were also heard.

• Recommend confirming Alistair Cerretti to Historic Seattle Preservation and Development Authority (4-0)
• Recommend confirming Jonathan Moore to Historic Seattle Preservation and Development Authority (4-0)
• Recommend confirming Raam D. Wong to Historic Seattle Preservation and Development Authority (4-0)
• Recommend confirming Alex Apostolopoulos to Pike Place Market Historical Commission (4-0)
• Recommend confirming Pfeiffer Bloecker to Pike Place Market Historical Commission (4-0)
• Recommend confirming Olivia Vermaak to Pike Place Market Historical Commission (4-0)
• Recommend confirming Jonathan Cracolici (reappointment) to Pike Place Market Historical Commission (4-0)
• Recommend confirming Jonathan Kiehnau to Pike Place Market Historical Commission (4-0)

Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee

The committee will vote on a resolution to set funding priorities for a proposed one-tenth of one percent public safety sales tax. The body will also vote to adopt new General Rules and Procedures for the Seattle City Council.

• Resolution to set public-safety funding priorities for a proposed sales tax
• Resolution to adopt new General Rules and Procedures for the City Council
• Public comment period for in-person and remote speakers
• Meeting at Council Chamber, City Hall, 600 4th Avenue

The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee voted 5‑0 to recommend that the City Council adopt Resolution 32174, which sets public‑safety funding priorities in anticipation of a proposed local‑option sales tax. The committee also voted 5‑0 to recommend adoption of Resolution 32173, which updates the council’s general rules and procedures, superseding Resolution 32096.

• Recommended adoption of Res 32174 (public‑safety funding priorities) – vote 5‑0
• Recommended adoption of Res 32173 (general rules and procedures) – vote 5‑0

Housing and Human Services Committee

The committee met on July 23, 2025, with Councilmember Solomon presiding. Members Alexis Mercedes Rinck and Mark Solomon were present; Sara Nelson was excused and Rob Saka absent. The meeting consisted of two recesses by unanimous consent and adjourned at 10:10 a.m., with no substantive actions taken.

Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee

The committee discussed CB 121005 and CB 121036 but took no action on them. It voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council approve CB 121038, which would let Lost Evenings manage the Green Lake Pitch & Putt for five years with possible extensions. All five committee members voted in favor and none opposed.

• Discussed CB 121005 (solid waste storage ordinance) – no vote recorded
• Discussed CB 121036 (Golden Gardens Bathhouse concession) – no vote recorded
• Recommended City Council pass CB 121038 (Green Lake Pitch & Putt management) – approved by committee 5-0

City Council

The City Council will hold a special and regular meeting to vote on routine claims and appointments. The session includes presentations from six finalists for District 5 and a proposed agreement between City Light and the Kalispel Tribe of Indians.

• CB 1210251: Ordinance authorizing City Light to execute an Interlocal Agreement with the Kalispel Tribe of Indians
• CB 1210351: Ordinance appropriating money for claims from July 7 to July 11, 2025
• Presentations from District 5 finalists: James M. Bourey, Katy Haima, Nilu Jenks, Debora Juarez, Julie Kang, and Robert D. Wilson
• Appointment of Jo Mikesell to the Seattle Arts Commission
• Appointments and reappointments of 10 members to the Green New Deal Oversight Board

The Seattle City Council adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar and the agenda by unanimous consent. It approved an ordinance (CB 121035) to appropriate money for claims and another ordinance (CB 121025) authorizing City Light to execute an interlocal agreement with the Kalispel Tribe. The Council also confirmed ten appointments to the Seattle Arts Commission and the Green New Deal Oversight Board.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (7‑0)
• Adopted Agenda by unanimous consent
• Approved CB 121035 appropriation ordinance (7‑0)
• Confirmed Jo Mikesell to Seattle Arts Commission (7‑0)
• Confirmed Brittani Cain to Green New Deal Oversight Board (7‑0)
• Confirmed Akiksha Chatterji to Green New Deal Oversight Board (7‑0)
• Confirmed Rosalund Jenkins to Green New Deal Oversight Board (7‑0)
• Approved CB 121025 City Light interlocal agreement with Kalispel Tribe (8‑0)

Public Safety Committee

The Seattle Public Safety Committee meeting on July 22, 2025 will feature briefings and discussions from King County agencies. Items include a 30‑minute briefing from the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, a 30‑minute briefing from the King County Superior Court, and a 30‑minute briefing on King County Jail Health Services. The agenda lists only informational presentations and does not contain any formal actions or decisions.

• King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office – 30‑minute briefing and discussion
• King County Superior Court – 30‑minute briefing and discussion
• King County Jail Health Services – 30‑minute briefing and discussion

The committee met on July 22, 2025, with Councilmember Kettle presiding. Three information items were presented: updates from the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, the King County Superior Court, and the King County Jail Health Services. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the items were simply heard for information. The meeting adjourned at 11:45 a.m.

Council Briefing

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The body will approve previous minutes and preview actions for the July 22, 2025, agenda.

• Approval of July 14, 2025, minutes
• Preview of July 22, 2025, City Council Agenda

The council approved the July 14, 2025 Council Briefing minutes. No other actions were taken.

• Approved July 14, 2025 Council Briefing minutes

Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee

The July 18, 2025 meeting of the Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Select Committee on Federal Administration and Policy Changes

The Select Committee on Federal Administration and Policy Changes meets to discuss the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and receive briefings from human services providers. The meeting is limited to committee business and does not include formal council votes.

• Briefing on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
• Briefing on human and social services system providers
• Panel on Coalition Ending Gender-Based Violence
• Panel on Seattle Human Services Coalition
• Panel on University District Food Bank

The Select Committee on Federal Administration and Policy Changes reviewed three information items. Inf 2709 Congressional Update was not heard. Inf 2710 One Big Beautiful Bill Act Analysis and Inf 2711 Panel on Human and Social Services System Providers were heard.

• Inf 2709 Congressional Update not heard
• Inf 2710 One Big Beautiful Bill Act Analysis heard
• Inf 2711 Panel on Human and Social Services System Providers heard

City Council

The Seattle City Council will review applicants and choose the finalists for the District 5 council seat vacancy. This item appears as Item of Business on the special meeting agenda. No other policy decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Selection of City Council Vacancy Position District 5 – review of applicant list and determination of finalists

The council approved a voting procedure for selecting finalists to fill the District 5 council vacancy, with an 8‑0 vote. Council President Nelson opened nominations, and seven applicants were nominated by council members to move forward in the appointment process. No opposition was recorded.

• Motion to adopt nomination procedure approved (8‑0)
• Debora Juarez nominated as finalist (by Councilmember Kettle)
• Nilu Jenks nominated as finalist (by Councilmember Rinck)
• Julie Kang nominated as finalist (by Councilmember Rivera)
• Robert D. Wilson nominated as finalist (by Councilmember Saka)
• Katy Haima nominated as finalist (by Councilmember Solomon)
• James M. Bourey nominated as finalist (by Council President Nelson)

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee will deliberate several ordinances related to the 2025 budget. The main item is a proposal to place a measure on the November 2025 ballot to lift the business and occupation tax rate limit, with revenue for housing, human services, workforce, and small business support. The committee will also consider mid-year budget adjustments, including grant acceptance and capital project changes, as well as financing for a Human Capital Management System project.

• Ordinance requesting special election on B&O tax rate lift with revenue for housing, human services, workforce, and small business support (CB 1210281)
• Ordinance authorizing acceptance of non-City funding and adjustments to the 2025 budget (CB 1210302)
• Mid-year supplemental ordinance with changes to appropriations, capital projects, and positions (CB 1210313)
• Additional mid-year budget amendment ordinance (CB 1210324)
• Ordinance to increase interfund loan for the Human Capital Management System project (CB 1210335)

The Select Budget Committee reviewed five council bills concerning the business and occupation tax, funding acceptance, budget appropriations, and the Human Capital Management System project. Each bill was discussed, but the minutes record no votes, approvals, denials, or other actions. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee

The scheduled July 16, 2025 meeting of Seattle's Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided. Residents should check the committee website for future meeting information.

Land Use Committee

The Seattle City Council Land Use Committee meeting scheduled for July 16, 2025 at 2:00 PM was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided.

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will hold briefings on the District Project Fund and the SDOT Pothole Repair Program. Members will also discuss an ordinance to vacate an alley in Block 14 Jos C. Kinnear’s Addition.

• District Project Fund presentation by SDOT
• SDOT Pothole Repair Program presentation
• CB 121026: Ordinance to vacate an alley in Block 14 Jos C. Kinnear’s Addition (North Rainier Hub Urban Village) and accept a Property Use and Development Agreement for Grand Street Commons MBH LLLP

The Transportation Committee met on July 15, 2025. The committee heard an information presentation on the District Project Fund (Inf 2707) and a presentation on the SDOT Pothole Repair Program (Inf 2689). The committee also discussed Ordinance CB 121026 to vacate an alley in Block 14 of the North Rainier Hub Urban Village. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

City Council

The Seattle City Council will consider several committee recommendations, including an ordinance to increase penalties for chronic nuisance properties and a civil cause of action against graffiti taggers. The body will also vote on a Sound Transit agreement regarding the West Seattle Link Extension and approve the payment of claims.

• Ordinance to increase penalties for chronic nuisance properties
• Ordinance creating civil cause of action against graffiti taggers
• Ordinance authorizing Sound Transit Link Light Rail agreement
• Resolution approving Link light rail alignment and station locations
• Ordinance amending Landscape Conservation and Infrastructure Program Funding Plan

The council adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar and the agenda by unanimous consent, and approved the Consent Calendar. It passed several ordinances, including the chronic nuisance property ordinance (7‑1) and the graffiti civil‑action ordinance (7‑1). The council also approved the Sound Transit amendment and adopted the resolution confirming the Link light‑rail alignment and West Seattle extension (both 8‑0). Additional measures on landscape funding and other items were adopted unanimously.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (8‑0)
• Adopted agenda by unanimous consent (8‑0)
• Approved Consent Calendar (unanimous)
• Passed CB 121006 (chronic nuisance properties) as amended (7‑1)
• Passed CB 120995 (graffiti civil actions) as amended (7‑1)
• Passed CB 121003 (Sound Transit amendment) as amended (8‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 32172 confirming Sound Transit alignment and West Seattle extension (8‑0)
• Passed CB 121008 (Landscape Conservation funding) (8‑0)

Council Briefing

This is a procedural Council Briefing meeting. Items include approval of prior minutes, a president's report, signing of letters and proclamations, a preview of the July 15 city council agenda, and a closed executive session on pending litigation. Written public comment is accepted until 10 a.m. on the meeting day.

• Approval of July 7, 2025, Council Briefing minutes
• President's report (2:00-2:05 p.m.)
• Signing of letters and proclamations (2:05-2:10 p.m.)
• Preview of preliminary July 15, 2025, City Council agenda
• Executive session on pending, potential, or actual litigation (closed to public)

The Seattle City Council approved the July 7, 2025 Council Briefing minutes. No other substantive actions were taken. The council met in an executive session on pending litigation, extending the session twice before adjourning.

• Approved July 7, 2025 Council Briefing minutes
• Convened executive session on litigation (3:15 p.m.–5:00 p.m.)

Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee

The Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee will discuss and potentially vote on an interlocal agreement between City Light and the Kalispel Tribe of Indians. The committee will also consider several appointments to the Green New Deal Oversight Board and the Seattle Arts Commission.

• Ordinance to authorize City Light General Manager and CEO to execute an Interlocal Agreement with the Kalispel Tribe of Indians (CB 121025)
• Appointment of Jo Mikesell to the Seattle Arts Commission
• Appointments of Brittani Cain, Akiksha Chatterji, Rosalund Jenkins, John Sanchez, and Jamie Stroble to the Green New Deal Oversight Board
• Reappointments of Peter Hasegawa, Nina Olivier, and Emily Pinckney to the Green New Deal Oversight Board
• Seattle City Light Power Supply Briefing

The committee unanimously recommended and the council confirmed the appointment of Jo Mikesell to the Seattle Arts Commission. It also approved the appointments of ten members to the Green New Deal Oversight Board. The council unanimously approved an ordinance allowing the City Light General Manager to execute an interlocal agreement with the Kalispel Tribe of Indians. All four committee members voted in favor of each item.

• Approved appointment of Jo Mikesell to Seattle Arts Commission (4‑0)
• Approved appointments of ten members to Green New Deal Oversight Board (4‑0)
• Approved ordinance authorizing City Light to sign interlocal agreement with Kalispel Tribe (4‑0)

Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan

The July 11, 2025 meeting of the Seattle City Council Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee

The July 10, 2025 meeting of the Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee has been cancelled. No agenda items will be discussed.

Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee

The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee will consider a resolution to set public-safety funding priorities in anticipation of a proposed local sales tax. The committee will also discuss updates to the City Auditor's recommendations and adopt new General Rules and Procedures for the Seattle City Council.

• Resolution to set public-safety funding priorities
• Audit Recommendation Updates presentation
• Adoption of new General Rules and Procedures for the Council
• Briefing on proposed rule changes
• Public comment period

The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee met on July 10, 2025. Three items—a public‑safety funding resolution, an audit recommendation update, and a new council rules resolution—were discussed. No votes, approvals, denials, or tabling actions were recorded.

Housing and Human Services Committee

The July 9, 2025 meeting of the Seattle City Council's Housing and Human Services Committee has been cancelled. No business was conducted or discussed.

Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee

The Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee will consider three ordinances. One amends the Landscape Conservation and Infrastructure Program Funding Plan for South Lake Union and Downtown. Another authorizes the sale of a portion of the Lake Youngs Aqueduct Right‑of‑Way to Sherrell Development LLC at fair market value. A third accepts an easement for a drainage facility at 14100 Westwood Pl NE. Each item includes a briefing and a possible vote.

• Ordinance amending the Landscape Conservation and Infrastructure Program Funding Plan for South Lake Union and Downtown (CB 1210081).
• Ordinance authorizing direct sale of Lake Youngs Aqueduct Right‑of‑Way parcel 162206-9049-04 to Sherrell Development LLC (CB 1210142).
• Ordinance accepting easement for drainage facility on 14100 Westwood Pl NE (CB 1210153).

The committee voted unanimously to recommend the City Council pass three ordinances. The first amends the Landscape Conservation and Infrastructure Program Funding Plan for South Lake Union and Downtown. The second authorizes the sale of a portion of the Lake Youngs Aqueduct Right‑of‑Way to Sherrell Development LLC at fair market value. The third approves an easement for a drainage facility at 14100 Westwood Pl NE.

• Recommended passage of CB 121008 amending Landscape Conservation plan (4-0)
• Recommended passage of CB 121014 authorizing sale of Lake Youngs parcel to Sherrell Development LLC (4-0)
• Recommended passage of CB 121015 approving easement for drainage facility at 14100 Westwood Pl NE (4-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss and possibly vote on two ordinances: one creating a new civil cause of action against graffiti taggers, and another amending chronic nuisance property rules to allow off-property nuisance activity to count. Public comment is scheduled before the business items.

• Ordinance (CB 1209951) establishing a civil cause of action against graffiti taggers for illegal graffiti on public/private property and requiring restitution; adds new SMC 10.07.055 and amends SMC 10.07.010.
• Ordinance (CB 1210062) amending chronic nuisance property rules (SMC 10.09.010 and 10.09.030) to allow off-property nuisance activity to count under certain circumstances.
• Both items include briefings, discussion, and possible vote with multiple amendments listed.

The committee voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council pass CB 120995, an ordinance creating a civil cause of action against graffiti taggers and requiring restitution. The committee also voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council pass CB 121006, an ordinance expanding the definition of chronic nuisance properties to include off‑property nuisance activities.

• Recommended passage of CB 120995 graffiti restitution ordinance (unanimous 4‑0)
• Recommended passage of CB 121006 chronic nuisance ordinance (unanimous 4‑0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances and appointments, including a $2,000,000 bridge loan to the Seattle Social Housing Developer and a resolution approving the West Seattle Link Extension alignment and station locations. The consent calendar includes payment of claims and appointments to the Ethics and Elections Commission, Labor Standards Advisory Commission, and Seattle Planning Commission. The council will also vote on confirming Dan Eder as Director of the City Budget Office.

• Loan of up to $2,000,000 from the General Fund to the Seattle Social Housing Developer (CB 1210122)
• Resolution approving alignment, station locations, and maintenance base for Sound Transit's Link light rail, including West Seattle Link Extension (Res 321725)
• Amendment to the agreement with Sound Transit for non-exclusive use of light rail transit way, adding West Seattle Link Extension (CB 1210034)
• Appointment of Dan Eder as Director of the City Budget Office for a term to July 1, 2029 (Appt 031891)
• Reappointments to the Labor Standards Advisory Commission and Seattle Planning Commission

The Seattle City Council adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar and amended the agenda by unanimous consent. It approved the Consent Calendar and passed several council bills, including a $2 million bridge loan for the Seattle Social Housing Developer. The Council also confirmed multiple appointments, such as Kai Smith to the Ethics and Elections Commission.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (unanimous consent, 7‑0)
• Amended and adopted agenda, removing two items (unanimous consent, 7‑0)
• Adopted Consent Calendar (unanimous consent, 7‑0)
• Approved CB 121024 appropriating funds for June 23‑27 claims (7‑0)
• Approved CB 121012 loan up to $2,000,000 for Seattle Social Housing Developer (7‑0)
• Approved CB 120989 leasehold deed for Cultural Space Agency (7‑0)
• Confirmed appointment of Kai Smith to Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission (7‑0)
• Confirmed reappointment of Marissa G. Baker to Labor Standards Advisory Commission (7‑0)

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council will meet to approve minutes from the June 30 briefing and receive a preview of the preliminary agenda for the July 8 meeting. Written public comments are the only form of input accepted for this session.

• Approval of June 30 Council Briefing Minutes
• Preview of preliminary July 8 Council Agenda
• President's Report
• Signing of Letters and Proclamations

The Seattle City Council approved the June 30, 2025 Council Briefing minutes. The meeting also included a president's report, signing of letters and proclamations, and a preview of upcoming council actions. No other decisions were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 3:24 p.m.

• Approved June 30, 2025 Council Briefing Minutes

Land Use Committee

The Seattle Land Use Committee will consider reappointing two members to the Seattle Planning Commission and discuss two ordinances: one updating subdivision procedures and another establishing a 'Roots to Roofs' bonus pilot program.

• Reappointment of Dhyana Quintanar Solares to Seattle Planning Commission
• Reappointment of Kelabe Tewolde to Seattle Planning Commission
• Ordinance to update subdivision procedures in the Seattle Municipal Code
• Ordinance to establish the 'Roots to Roofs Bonus Pilot Program'

The Land Use Committee voted unanimously to recommend the City Council confirm the reappointment of Dhyana Quintanar Solares to the Seattle Planning Commission through April 15, 2028. It also voted unanimously to recommend confirming the reappointment of Kelabe Tewolde to the same commission for the same term. Two land‑use ordinances (CB 121009 and CB 121011) were discussed but no action was taken. The meeting adjourned at 2:50 p.m.

• Recommend confirming Dhyana Quintanar Solares reappointment (3-0)
• Recommend confirming Kelabe Tewolde reappointment (3-0)

Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee

The Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee will discuss the appointment of the City Budget Office Director and a proposed bridge loan for social housing. The committee will also hold a briefing on proposed Business and Occupation (B&O) tax rebalancing.

• Possible vote on appointment of Dan Eder as Director, City Budget Office, through July 1, 2029
• Possible vote on CB 1210122 to authorize a loan up to $2,000,000 from the General Fund to the Seattle Social Housing Developer
• Briefing and discussion on Proposed Business and Occupation (B&O) Tax Rebalancing

The Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee recommended that the City Council confirm Dan Eder as Director of the City Budget Office. It also recommended that the Council pass a bill authorizing a bridge loan of up to $2,000,000 for the Seattle Social Housing Developer. An information item on Business & Occupation tax rebalancing was heard.

• Recommended appointment of Dan Eder as Director, City Budget Office (vote 4‑0)
• Recommended $2,000,000 bridge loan for Seattle Social Housing Developer (vote 4‑0)
• Heard information item on B&O tax rebalancing (no vote recorded)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will discuss and potentially vote on the alignment, station locations, and maintenance base for Sound Transit's Link light rail. The meeting includes a proposed amendment to the Transit Way Agreement and a leasehold deed of trust for the Cultural Space Agency.

• Resolution 321721: Approval of Link light rail alignment, station locations, and maintenance base, including West Seattle Link Extension
• CB 1210032: Amendment to the Agreement between the City of Seattle and Sound Transit for Grant of Non-Exclusive Use of a Light Rail Transit Way
• CB 1209893: Leasehold Deed of Trust for Cultural Space Agency rights authorized under Ordinance 126916

City Council

The City Council will vote on the appointment of a new Police Chief and a management agreement for municipal golf courses. The body will also consider multiple appointments to city commissions and interlocal agreements for salmon conservation.

• Appointment of Shon Fitzgerald Barnes as Seattle Police Chief
• Golf course management agreement with Premier Golf Centers, L.L.C. for Jackson Park, Bill Wright, Interbay, and West Seattle courses
• Interlocal agreements for Chinook salmon conservation plans in Lake Washington, Cedar River, Sammamish, Green River, Duwamish River, and Central Puget Sound watersheds
• CB 1210102: Ordinance appropriating money to pay claims for the week of June 16-20, 2025
• Appointments to the Seattle Women’s Commission, Human Rights Commission, LGBTQ Commission, Disability Commission, and Planning Commission

The council adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar, the agenda, and the Consent Calendar by unanimous consent. It then confirmed a series of appointments to the Women’s Commission, Human Rights Commission, LGBTQ Commission, Disability Commission, and Planning Commission, each with an 8‑0 vote. Councilmember Moore was absent for the votes.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (unanimous consent)
• Adopted Agenda (unanimous consent)
• Adopted Consent Calendar (unanimous consent)
• Confirmed appointment of Neely Evanoff to Seattle Women’s Commission (8‑0)
• Confirmed appointment of Emily Rose Barr to Seattle Women’s Commission (8‑0)
• Confirmed appointment of Calvin Lassiter to Seattle Human Rights Commission (8‑0)
• Confirmed appointment of Rebecca Brunn to Seattle Planning Commission (8‑0)
• Confirmed appointment of Julia Jannon-Shields to Seattle Planning Commission (8‑0)

Council Briefing

The Council is meeting to approve previous minutes and preview actions for the July 1, 2025, agenda. The meeting includes three closed executive sessions to discuss pending, potential, or actual litigation.

• Approval of June 16, 2025, Council Briefing Minutes
• Preview of Preliminary July 1, 2025, Agenda
• Executive Session I on pending, potential, or actual litigation
• Executive Session II on pending, potential, or actual litigation
• Executive Session III on pending, potential, or actual litigation

The council approved the June 16, 2025 Council Briefing minutes. No other substantive actions were taken; the meeting consisted of reports, signing letters, and three closed executive sessions to discuss litigation.

• Approved June 16, 2025 Council Briefing minutes

Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee

The Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee meeting scheduled for June 26, 2025, was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided at this meeting.

Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee

The committee will vote on appointing Kai Smith to the Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission and reappointing five members to the Labor Standards Advisory Commission. It will also hold a roundtable briefing on brick-and-mortar retail issues with presentations from the Washington Retail Association, City Attorney's Office, and others.

• Appointment of Kai Smith to Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission (term to 2027)
• Reappointment of four members to Labor Standards Advisory Commission (Baker, Ramirez, Powter, Hilbert)
• Briefing and discussion on brick-and-mortar retail with Washington Retail Association, City Attorney, and other stakeholders

The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee met on June 26, 2025 and unanimously recommended the City Council confirm Kai Smith to the Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission and reappoint four members to the Labor Standards Advisory Commission. All votes were in favor with no opposition. The committee also heard a Brick and Mortar Retail Roundtable discussion and took no other action.

• Recommended confirmation of Kai Smith to Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission (4‑0)
• Recommended reappointment of Marissa G. Baker to Labor Standards Advisory Commission (5‑0)
• Recommended reappointment of Greg P. Ramirez to Labor Standards Advisory Commission (5‑0)
• Recommended reappointment of Amanda Powter to Labor Standards Advisory Commission (5‑0)
• Recommended reappointment of Samuel Hilbert to Labor Standards Advisory Commission (5‑0)

Housing and Human Services Committee

The Housing and Human Services Committee will consider a consent calendar of 20 appointments to city commissions and receive a briefing from participants in The More We Love survivor program. The bulk of the meeting is procedural, with no legislation or budget items on the agenda.

• 20 appointments and reappointments to Seattle Women's Commission, Human Rights Commission, LGBTQ Commission, Disability Commission, and Community Roots Housing PDA Governing Council
• Briefing and discussion from The More We Love survivor program participants

The Housing and Human Services Committee approved its consent calendar, recommending the City Council confirm appointments to several city commissions. All five committee members voted in favor of each appointment, with no opposition recorded. An information item (Inf 2702) about The More We Love Survivor Program was also presented.

• Recommended confirmation of Neely Evanoff to Seattle Women’s Commission (5-0)
• Recommended confirmation of Calvin Lassiter to Seattle Human Rights Commission (5-0)
• Recommended confirmation of Carl G. Harris to Seattle LGBTQ Commission (5-0)
• Recommended confirmation of Samiya Nasim to Seattle Disability Commission (5-0)
• Recommended confirmation of Saunatina A. Sanchez to Community Roots Housing Public Development Authority Governing Council (5-0)
• Information item 2702 on The More We Love Survivor Program presented (no vote)

Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee

The Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee will discuss and possibly vote on three ordinances: authorizing a golf course management agreement with Premier Golf Centers, L.L.C. for four municipal courses; amending the Landscape Conservation and Infrastructure Program Funding Plan for South Lake Union and Downtown; and authorizing interlocal agreements for Chinook salmon conservation plans in two watersheds.

• Ordinance (CB 1209991) to authorize a golf course management agreement with Premier Golf Centers, L.L.C. for Jackson Park, Bill Wright at Jefferson Park, Interbay, and West Seattle golf courses
• Authorizes Superintendent to set golf fees and Premier to collect fees on behalf of Seattle Parks and Recreation
• Ordinance (CB 1210082) amending the Landscape Conservation and Infrastructure Program Funding Plan for South Lake Union and Downtown (Ordinance 124286)
• Ordinance (CB 1210023) authorizing interlocal agreements for Chinook salmon conservation in WRIA 8 and WRIA 9 watersheds
• Possible committee vote on all three items

The Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee recommended that City Council approve an ordinance allowing Premier Golf Centers to manage Seattle's municipal golf courses, with four members in favor and none opposed. It also recommended that City Council approve an ordinance authorizing Seattle Public Utilities to enter interlocal agreements for Chinook salmon conservation, with three members in favor, none opposed, and one member absent. The committee discussed a proposed amendment to the Landscape Conservation and Infrastructure Program Funding Plan but did not make a recommendation.

• Recommended passage of golf course management ordinance (4 in favor, 0 opposed)
• Recommended passage of salmon‑conservation interlocal agreements ordinance (3 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 absent)
• Discussed amendment to Landscape Conservation and Infrastructure Program Funding Plan (no recommendation)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss and possibly vote on appointing interim Chief Shon Fitzgerald Barnes as permanent Seattle Police Chief. They will also receive briefings on two proposed ordinances: one creating a civil cause of action against graffiti taggers, and another allowing off-property nuisance activity to count toward chronic nuisance property designation.

• Appointment of Shon Fitzgerald Barnes as Seattle Police Chief (Appt 031751) – briefing, discussion, and possible vote
• Ordinance creating new civil cause of action against graffiti taggers (CB 1209952) amending SMC 10.07.010 and adding 10.07.055
• Ordinance relating to chronic nuisance properties (CB 1210063) amending SMC 10.09.010 and 10.09.030

The Public Safety Committee voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council confirm Shon Fitzgerald Barnes as Seattle Police Chief. No council members opposed the recommendation. The committee also discussed two ordinance proposals—one creating a civil cause of action for graffiti and another addressing chronic nuisance properties—but took no action on them. The meeting adjourned at 11:34 a.m.

• Recommended confirming Shon Fitzgerald Barnes as Seattle Police Chief (4-0)

City Council

The Seattle City Council adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar and the Consent Calendar by unanimous consent. It confirmed ten appointments to the Sweetened Beverage Tax Community Advisory Board with an 8‑0 vote. The council also passed CB 121000, an ordinance prohibiting algorithmic rent fixing, with amendments, by a 7‑0 vote (Councilmember Rivera disqualified).

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (unanimous)
• Adopted Consent Calendar (unanimous)
• Confirmed ten Sweetened Beverage Tax Advisory Board appointments (8-0)
• Passed CB 121000 ordinance prohibiting algorithmic rent fixing, amended (7-0, Rivera disqualified)

Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan

The Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan will hold a public hearing on two ordinances: CB 120985, which repeals and replaces the Seattle Comprehensive Plan with new goals, policies, and a Future Land Use Map, and CB 120993, which implements a major update of Neighborhood Residential zones and modifies development standards to comply with state laws. The hearing has two sessions: remote comments at 9:30 a.m. and in-person comments at 3 p.m. This is a consequential land-use decision affecting zoning and housing citywide.

• Public hearing on CB 120985 – major update to the Seattle Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map
• Public hearing on CB 120993 – overhaul of Neighborhood Residential zones and compliance with state housing laws
• Amendments to dozens of Seattle Municipal Code sections across multiple titles
• Repeal of Chapter 23.44 and Ordinance 127219; addition of new zoning chapters and sections
• Two public hearing sessions: remote at 9:30 a.m. and in-person at 3 p.m. (1-minute speaker limit)

The Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan held a public hearing on Council Bills 120985 and 120993, which propose major updates to the Seattle Comprehensive Plan and related zoning codes. The bills were discussed in committee, but no vote or formal action was recorded. The committee recessed several times and adjourned at 6:40 p.m.

Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee for June 20, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Select Committee on Federal Administration and Policy Changes

The Select Committee on Federal Administration and Policy Changes will hold a joint meeting with the King County Council to hear briefings on how federal policies affect local businesses, trade, tourism, and the regional economy. The agenda includes public comment and four briefing discussions, including one on Trump administration tariffs. No formal actions or votes are listed; the meeting is for discussion and information sharing.

• Briefing on Impact on Businesses Big & Small – presenters from Lam's Seafood, Viet‑Wah Asian Food Market, and Greater Seattle Partners
• Briefing on Impact on Trade & Tourism – presenters from Visit Seattle Southside and NW Seaport Alliance
• Presentation on Impact of Trump Administration Tariffs on the Seattle/King County Regional Economy – King County Office of Economic & Financial Analysis and City of Seattle Office of Economic and Revenue Forecasts
• Discussion on next steps to ensure the economic vitality of the region – Councilmembers Alexis Mercedes Rinck and Claudia Balducci

The Select Committee on Federal Administration and Policy Changes heard Information Items 2699, 2700, and 2698 regarding impacts on businesses, trade, tourism, and regional tariffs. Information Item 2701 on next steps for economic vitality was not heard. No actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Land Use Committee

The committee will hold briefings and possible votes on the appointment and reappointment of three members to the Seattle Planning Commission. The meeting also includes a briefing and discussion regarding Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED).

• Reappointment of McCaela Daffern to the Seattle Planning Commission (term to April 15, 2028)
• Appointment of Rebecca Brunn to the Seattle Planning Commission (term to April 15, 2028)
• Appointment of Julia Jannon-Shields to the Seattle Planning Commission (term to April 15, 2028)
• Briefing and discussion on Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)

The Seattle Land Use Committee met on June 18, 2025. It unanimously recommended that the City Council confirm the reappointment of McCaela Daffern and the appointments of Rebecca Brunn and Julia Jannon‑Shields to the Seattle Planning Commission, each for a term ending April 15, 2028. No council members opposed the recommendations. An information item on Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) was also heard.

• Recommended reappointment of McCaela Daffern to Planning Commission (4‑0)
• Recommended appointment of Rebecca Brunn to Planning Commission (4‑0)
• Recommended appointment of Julia Jannon‑Shields to Planning Commission (4‑0)
• Heard Information Item 2690 on Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)

Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee

The committee will vote on appointments to the Sweetened Beverage Tax Community Advisory Board and receive a briefing on the appointment of Dan Eder as City Budget Office Director. They will also discuss the Seattle Social Housing Developer Loan and receive an update on Tribal Governments and Native Communities.

• Appointment of Dan Eder as City Budget Office Director for a term to July 1, 2029
• Appointment and reappointment of 8 members to the Sweetened Beverage Tax Community Advisory Board
• Briefing and discussion on the Seattle Social Housing Developer Loan
• Briefing on Tribal Governments and Native Communities update

The Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee unanimously recommended that the City Council confirm eight appointments to the Sweetened Beverage Tax Community Advisory Board, with terms ending Aug. 31, 2027 or 2029. The committee also discussed the appointment of Dan Eder as Director of the City Budget Office but made no recommendation. Information updates on tribal governments and a Seattle social housing developer loan were heard.

• Recommend confirmation of Laura E. Nicholson (term to Aug 31 2027) (5‑0)
• Recommend confirmation of Angie S. Wood (term to Aug 31 2027) (5‑0)
• Recommend reappointment of Bilan Aden (term to Aug 31 2027) (5‑0)
• Recommend reappointment of Barbara Baquero (term to Aug 31 2027) (5‑0)
• Recommend confirmation of Nurhaliza Mohamath (term to Aug 31 2027) (5‑0)
• Recommend reappointment of Tanika Thompson Bird (term to Aug 31 2027) (5‑0)
• Recommend confirmation of Joey Lu (term to Aug 31 2029) (5‑0)
• Recommend confirmation of Yamila Sterling‑Baker (term to Aug 31 2029) (5‑0)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will consider an ordinance that authorizes the Seattle Department of Transportation to amend the agreement with Sound Transit for the Link Light Rail project, including the West Seattle extension. It will also consider a resolution that approves the final alignment, station locations, and maintenance base for the Link Light Rail lines in Seattle, superseding a prior resolution. A presentation will provide an update on the Revive I‑5 project.

• Ordinance (CB 1210031) to amend the City‑Sound Transit Transit Way Agreement for the Link Light Rail alignment and West Seattle extension
• Resolution (Res 321722) approving alignment, station locations, and maintenance base for Sound Transit’s Link Light Rail, superseding Resolution 31784
• Revive I‑5 Project update presentation by WSDOT, SDOT, Commute Seattle, and Seattle Chamber of Commerce

The committee reviewed CB 121003, a Sound Transit ordinance amendment, and Res 32172, a resolution approving the Link light rail alignment and West Seattle extension. An information item on the I‑5 project was also presented. No actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

City Council

The Seattle City Council will adopt its introduction and referral calendar, approve the agenda and consent calendar, and consider several ordinances. Key items include a proposed property‑tax levy to fund early‑learning and education services, a ban on algorithmic rent fixing, and agreements on emergency medical services funding, police surveillance technology, and a fiber‑sharing contract with Ziply Fiber. The council will also act on a current‑use taxation application for a property on 9666 51st Avenue South.

• CB 1209812 – Ordinance proposing a special election for a property‑tax levy to fund early‑learning, education, and college pathways (Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy).
• CB 1210003 – Ordinance prohibiting algorithmic rent fixing, adding Chapter 7.34 to the Seattle Municipal Code.
• CB 1209965 – Ordinance authorizing an agreement with King County for EMS levy revenue allocation.
• CB 1209946 – Ordinance approving Seattle Police Department surveillance tracking devices report.
• CB 1209867 – Ordinance authorizing a fiber‑sharing agreement between Seattle City Light and Ziply Fiber Pacific, LLC.

The Seattle City Council adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar by unanimous consent. It postponed Council Bill 121000 until June 24, 2025. The council approved the Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy ordinance after amendments, passing it unanimously. Several other ordinances and an Arts Commission appointment were also approved.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (9‑0 unanimous)
• Postponed CB 121000 until June 24, 2025 (6‑2, 1 disqualified)
• Passed CB 120981 (Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy) as amended (9‑0)
• Passed CB 121001 (collective bargaining agreement) (9‑0)
• Passed CB 120997 (current‑use taxation for 9666 51st Ave S) (9‑0)
• Passed CB 120996 (emergency medical services tax levy) (9‑0)
• Passed CB 120994 (surveillance technology implementation) (8‑1)
• Confirmed appointment of Ed King to Seattle Arts Commission (9‑0)

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council is holding a briefing to discuss the vacancy process for the District 5 Council position. The meeting also includes a preview of actions for the June 17, 2025, agenda.

• District 5 Council Position Vacancy Process presentation

The council voted to approve the June 9, 2025 Council Briefing minutes. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational reports, signing of letters and proclamations, and a preview of upcoming actions. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved June 9, 2025 Council Briefing minutes

Select Committee on Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy

The June 16, 2025 meeting of the Select Committee on Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan

The Seattle City Council Select Committee will review two major ordinances updating the city's Comprehensive Plan and Neighborhood Residential zones. The agenda includes a briefing on the 'One Seattle Plan' and a discussion on modifying development standards to comply with state laws.

• Ordinance to replace Seattle Comprehensive Plan with new goals and Future Land Use Map
• Ordinance to implement major update of Neighborhood Residential zones
• Briefing on 'One Seattle Plan' Comprehensive Plan Update
• Discussion on modifying development standards in other zones
• Briefing and Discussion on Neighborhood Residential zones (60 minutes)

The Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan reviewed Council Bill 120985, an ordinance to repeal and replace the Seattle Comprehensive Plan, and Council Bill 120993, an ordinance to update Neighborhood Residential zones and related standards. Both bills were discussed but no votes, approvals, denials, or tabling were recorded. The meeting adjourned without any formal decisions on the items.

Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee

The committee meeting scheduled for June 12, 2025, has been cancelled.

Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee

The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee will discuss and potentially vote on an ordinance regarding interactive media kiosks. The proposal allows the Downtown Seattle Association to install and operate these kiosks in the Metropolitan Improvement District and other Business Improvement Areas.

• Ordinance granting Downtown Seattle Association permission to install and operate interactive media kiosks for a 16.5-year term
• Proposed Memorandum of Understanding between the Mayor and Downtown Seattle Association
• Suspension of multiple Seattle Municipal Code sections (15.12.010 and 23.55.001-23.55.036) where inconsistent with the permit

The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee voted 4‑0 to recommend that the City Council adopt Council Bill 120992. The ordinance would permit the Downtown Seattle Association to install, maintain, and operate interactive media kiosks in the Metropolitan Improvement District and other participating Business Improvement Areas for a 16.5‑year term, renewable for an additional 13.5 years. No council members opposed the recommendation.

• Recommended City Council adopt CB 120992 ordinance for interactive media kiosks (4-0)

Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee

The Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee will hold a public hearing and vote on two ordinances: one to approve a current-use tax exemption for a property at 9666 51st Avenue South, and another to authorize a golf course management agreement with Premier Golf Centers, L.L.C. for four municipal courses. The committee will also receive a briefing on Seattle Public Utilities' 2024 audits.

• Ordinance authorizing golf course management agreement with Premier Golf Centers for Jackson Park, Bill Wright at Jefferson Park, Interbay, and West Seattle courses (CB 1209992)
• Ordinance approving current-use tax exemption for property at 9666 51st Avenue South under King County Public Benefit Rating System (CB 1209971)
• Briefing on Seattle Public Utilities 2024 audits by Moss Adams - Baker Tilly

The Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council approve CB 120997, an ordinance for current‑use taxation of the property at 9666 51st Avenue South under the King County Public Benefit Rating System. No members opposed the recommendation. The golf‑course management agreement (CB 120999) and the public‑utilities audit report were only discussed, with no votes recorded.

• Recommended approval of CB 120997 current‑use tax for 9666 51st Ave S (5‑0)

Housing and Human Services Committee

The Housing and Human Services Committee will discuss substance use disorder investments and a proposed ordinance to ban algorithmic rent fixing. The committee may vote on the rent fixing ordinance during this meeting.

• Briefing and discussion on 2025 Update: Substance Use Disorder Investments
• Briefing, discussion, and possible vote on CB 121000: An ordinance prohibiting algorithmic rent fixing

The Housing and Human Services Committee heard an information item on 2025 substance‑use disorder investments. The committee voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council adopt CB 121000, an ordinance prohibiting algorithmic rent fixing and adding Chapter 7.34 to the Seattle Municipal Code. The recommendation passed with all four members in favor and no opposition.

• Committee recommended passage of CB 121000 algorithmic rent‑fixing ordinance (4-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will vote on an ordinance authorizing a six-year King County-wide property tax levy for emergency medical services, and on an ordinance approving the Seattle Police Department's use of tracking devices as surveillance technology. The committee will also discuss the appointment of Shon Fitzgerald Barnes as Seattle Police Chief.

• Ordinance authorizing interlocal agreement with King County for 2026-2031 EMS property tax levy (CB 1209961)
• Ordinance approving 2025 surveillance impact report and executive overview for SPD tracking devices (CB 1209942)
• Appointment of Shon Fitzgerald Barnes as Seattle Police Chief (Appt 031753)

The Public Safety Committee voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council pass CB 120996, an ordinance authorizing an agreement with King County on EMS tax revenues. The committee also unanimously recommended passage of CB 120994, which adopts the 2025 surveillance impact report for the Seattle Police Department. The appointment of Shon Fitzgerald Barnes as Seattle Police Chief was discussed but no vote or decision was recorded.

• Recommended City Council pass CB 120996 EMS tax ordinance (3-0)
• Recommended City Council pass CB 120994 surveillance technology ordinance (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on ordinances regarding land use for light rail facilities and updates to the Commute Trip Reduction program. The body is also reviewing budget amendments for 2024 and 2025 and several committee appointments.

• CB 1209751: Ordinance updating land use and zoning for light rail transit facilities
• CB 1209842: Update to the Commute Trip Reduction (CTR) Plan for 2025–2029
• CB 1209793 and CB 1209884: Budget and Capital Improvement Program amendments for 2024 and 2025
• CB 1209981: Appropriation for claims from May 26, 2025, through May 30, 2025
• Appointments to the Transportation Levy Oversight Committee and Seattle Design Commission

The council adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar and the meeting agenda by unanimous consent. It approved the Consent Calendar while removing item 4 (Appointment 03167). The council passed four major ordinances—including the 2025 budget amendment (CB 120988)—each with a 7‑0 vote. It confirmed several committee appointments and postponed the appointment of Kyle Nolan to the Transportation Levy Oversight Committee.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (unanimous consent)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous consent)
• Approved Consent Calendar, removing item 4 (unanimous consent)
• Passed Ordinance CB 120975 on light rail transit facility permitting (7-0)
• Passed Ordinance CB 120984 updating Commute Trip Reduction plan (7-0)
• Passed Ordinance CB 120979 amending the 2024 budget (7-0)
• Passed Ordinance CB 120988 amending the 2025 budget (7-0)
• Postponed appointment of Kyle Nolan to Transportation Levy Oversight Committee (7-0)

Council Briefing

The Council holds a briefing to approve minutes, sign letters, and preview the full council agenda for June 10. An executive session on pending litigation is scheduled but closed to the public. No specific ordinances or contracts are discussed in the agenda.

• Approval of June 2 council briefing minutes
• Preview of June 10 full council agenda
• Executive session on pending/potential litigation (closed to public)
• Signing of letters and proclamations

The council approved the June 2, 2025 briefing minutes. No other actions were taken; the council entered a closed executive session on litigation matters, which was extended and concluded the same day.

Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee

The committee will consider and potentially vote on an ordinance authorizing a fiber sharing agreement between Seattle City Light and Ziply Fiber Pacific, LLC for up to two 15-year terms. Also scheduled are appointments of three members to the Seattle Arts Commission.

• Ordinance authorizing fiber sharing agreement with Ziply Fiber Pacific, LLC for up to two 15-year terms.
• Appointment of Ed King to Seattle Arts Commission (term to Dec 2025).
• Appointment of Kate Nagle-Caraluzzo to Seattle Arts Commission (term to Dec 2026).
• Reappointment of Vanessa C. Villalobos to Seattle Arts Commission (term to Dec 2026).

The Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee voted to recommend the City Council confirm Ed King, Kate Nagle‑Caraluzzo, and Vanessa C. Villalobos as members of the Seattle Arts Commission, each with unanimous support. The Committee also recommended that the Council pass an ordinance authorizing a fiber‑sharing agreement with Ziply Fiber Pacific, with three votes in favor and one abstention. No opposition was recorded for any item.

• Recommended appointment of Ed King to Seattle Arts Commission (4‑0)
• Recommended appointment of Kate Nagle‑Caraluzzo to Seattle Arts Commission (4‑0)
• Recommended reappointment of Vanessa C. Villalobos to Seattle Arts Commission (4‑0)
• Recommended City Council pass ordinance for fiber‑sharing agreement with Ziply Fiber Pacific (3‑0‑1 abstain)

Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan

The Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan will receive briefings and discuss two ordinances: CB 1209851, which would repeal and replace the Seattle Comprehensive Plan with a new 'One Seattle Plan' including a new Future Land Use Map and numerous zoning code amendments; and CB 1209932, which would implement a major update of Neighborhood Residential zones and modify development standards in other zones to comply with state laws. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• CB 1209851: ordinance to repeal and replace the Seattle Comprehensive Plan with the One Seattle Plan, including a new Future Land Use Map
• CB 1209932: ordinance to update Neighborhood Residential zones and modify development standards to comply with state laws, including rezone areas
• Briefing and discussion on both ordinances, each 60 minutes, with presenters from the Office of Planning and Community Development and Mayor's Office
• Supporting documents include Summary and Fiscal Note, Racial Equity Analysis, Final Environmental Impact Statement, and RET Summary Report

Select Budget Committee

The Select Budget Committee will hear briefings on budget reform process and an executive budget update, then consider and possibly vote on two ordinances amending the 2024 and 2025 adopted budgets, including changes to appropriations and the Capital Improvement Program.

• CB 120979: Ordinance amending the 2024 budget and 2024-2029 CIP, changing appropriations to various departments
• CB 120988: Ordinance amending the 2025 budget and 2025-2030 CIP, changing appropriations and fund allocations
• Briefing and discussion on Budget Reform: Process and Content
• Executive Budget Update presentation by City Budget Office

The Select Budget Committee heard two information items and voted 8‑0 to recommend that the City Council adopt CB 120979 and CB 120988, which amend the 2024 and 2025 budgets and capital improvement programs. No members opposed the recommendations. The committee’s action was a recommendation, not final council adoption.

• Recommended passage of CB 120979 ordinance (8-0)
• Recommended passage of CB 120988 ordinance (8-0)

Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee

The Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee meeting scheduled for June 4, 2025, has been cancelled.

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will discuss and possibly vote on CB 1209751, an ordinance that clarifies signage requirements and streamlines permitting for light rail transit facilities, amending multiple sections of the Seattle Municipal Code. The committee will also receive a briefing on Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) and its application to the Federal Way area.

• Discussion and possible vote on CB 1209751, a sweeping ordinance to update land use and zoning codes for light rail projects (West Seattle and Ballard Link Extensions)
• Briefing on Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) with a focus on the Federal Way area

The Land Use Committee considered CB 120975, an ordinance adding multiple sections to the Seattle Municipal Code to clarify signage requirements for light rail transit facilities and to streamline permitting. The committee voted unanimously (5‑0) in favor and recommended that the City Council pass the bill as amended. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Recommended City Council pass CB 120975 ordinance (5‑0 unanimous)

Transportation Committee

The Seattle Transportation Committee will consider appointments to the Transportation Levy Oversight Committee and discuss an updated Commute Trip Reduction program plan.

• Appointments to Transportation Levy Oversight Committee
• Vote on updated Commute Trip Reduction (CTR) program plan
• Leasehold Deed of Trust for Cultural Space Agency

The Transportation Committee voted to recommend that the City Council confirm four members of the Transportation Levy Oversight Committee: Kyle Nolan, Lynda Firey Oldroyd, Lisa Bogardus, and Lucy Carter Sloman. The committee also recommended that the Council pass an updated Seattle Commute Trip Reduction ordinance. A separate ordinance concerning a leasehold deed for the Cultural Space Agency was only discussed and not voted on.

• Recommend confirming Kyle Nolan appointment (4-0)
• Recommend confirming Lynda Firey Oldroyd appointment (4-0)
• Recommend confirming Lisa Bogardus appointment (4-0)
• Recommend confirming Lucy Carter Sloman appointment (4-0)
• Recommend City Council pass Commute Trip Reduction ordinance (5-0)
• Leasehold Deed ordinance discussed (no vote recorded)

City Council

The Seattle City Council will consider several council bills and resolutions, including an ordinance (CB 1209824) to redevelop and operate Seattle Public Schools Memorial Stadium through interlocal and development agreements. Additional items include ordinances revising Seattle Public Utilities system development charges (CB 1209665) and authorizing assessment reimbursement authority (CB 1209676), a budget amendment for SPU (CB 1209687), and a resolution (Res 321718) to begin cable franchise renewal with WaveDivision I, LLC. Each item will be discussed and voted on during the meeting.

• Ordinance (CB 1209824) for Memorial Stadium redevelopment and joint agreement with Seattle School District No. 1 and Memorial Stadium Redevelopment LLC
• Ordinance (CB 1209665) revising Seattle Public Utilities system development charges for water, sewer, and drainage infrastructure
• Ordinance (CB 1209676) authorizing SPU General Manager to develop municipal assessment reimbursement authority
• Ordinance (CB 1209687) amending the 2025 Budget and Capital Improvement Program for SPU
• Resolution (Res 321718) authorizing commencement of cable franchise contract renewal proceedings with WaveDivision I, LLC

The City Council approved a series of ordinances and resolutions covering public‑utility charges, police complaint procedures, and major development projects. A resolution to allow interactive media kiosks in downtown was adopted with a 7‑2 vote. Several other measures passed unanimously.

• Adopted Resolution 32170 for interactive media kiosks (7‑2)
• Approved CB 120982 for Memorial Stadium redevelopment (9‑0)
• Approved CB 120966 revising Seattle Public Utilities system development charges (9‑0)
• Approved CB 120977 police oversight ordinance (9‑0)
• Adopted Res 32171 authorizing cable franchise renewal proceedings (9‑0)
• Approved CB 120990 plat for Ballard Corner Townhouses (9‑0)
• Filed CF 314465 subdivision of 14 unit lots at 901 NW 57th St (9‑0)
• Passed CB 120991 appropriating money for claims (9‑0)

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council holds a briefing meeting to approve minutes, hear the president's report, sign letters and proclamations, and preview upcoming council and committee actions. The meeting includes a closed executive session on pending or potential litigation.

• Executive session on pending, potential, or actual litigation (closed to public)

The council approved the May 12, 2025 Council Briefing minutes. An executive session was held to discuss pending, potential, or actual litigation, with several extensions ending at 5:15 p.m. The meeting adjourned at 5:06 p.m.

• Approved May 12, 2025 Council Briefing minutes

Select Committee on Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy

The Select Committee will consider an ordinance to lift the limit on regular property taxes for up to six years. The funds would support early learning, K-12 student services, and college pathways. The measure requires voter approval in a special election.

• Ordinance to lift regular property tax limits for education support
• Proposed ballot title for the Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy
• Fiscal note detailing projected expenditures and revenues
• Briefing on the levy rate and annual cost to homeowners
• Discussion on the Implementation and Evaluation Plan

The Select Committee on Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy reviewed Council Bill 120981, which proposes a special election to lift the regular property tax limit and fund early‑learning and education services. The bill was discussed but no vote, approval, denial, or tabling was recorded.

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will hold a public hearing and possible vote on an ordinance to clarify signage and permitting requirements for light rail transit facilities. The committee will also consider the reappointment of a member to the Seattle Design Commission.

• Possible vote on an ordinance amending multiple sections of the Seattle Municipal Code regarding light rail transit facility permitting and signage (CB 1209752)
• Possible vote on the reappointment of Molly Spetalnick to the Seattle Design Commission for a term ending February 28, 2027

The Land Use Committee voted unanimously to recommend that City Council confirm Molly Spetalnick’s reappointment to the Seattle Design Commission for a term ending February 28, 2027. The committee also discussed Council Bill 120975, an ordinance on signage and light‑rail facility permitting, but took no further action on it.

• Recommended reappointment of Molly Spetalnick to Seattle Design Commission (4-0)
• Discussed CB 120975 ordinance on signage and light‑rail facilities; no action taken

Housing and Human Services Committee

The Housing and Human Services Committee meeting scheduled for May 28, 2025, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted. The agenda contains only a cancellation notice with no items for discussion or decision.

Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee

The committee will discuss and possibly vote on several items: an ordinance authorizing agreements for redevelopment of Memorial Stadium at Seattle Center, a resolution to begin cable franchise renewal with WaveDivision I, LLC, two ordinances related to Seattle Public Utilities system development charges and assessment reimbursement authority, and a budget amendment for SPU.

• Ordinance authorizing interlocal agreement with Seattle Public Schools and development agreement with Memorial Stadium Redevelopment LLC for Memorial Stadium redevelopment at Seattle Center (CB 1209821)
• Resolution to commence cable franchise renewal proceedings with WaveDivision I, LLC (Astound) (Res 321712)
• Ordinance revising system development charges for water, sewer, and drainage infrastructure (CB 1209663)
• Ordinance authorizing municipal assessment reimbursement area authority for Seattle Public Utilities (CB 1209674)
• Ordinance amending 2025 budget, changing appropriations to Seattle Public Utilities and creating positions (CB 1209685)

The Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee voted to recommend five ordinances and one resolution to the City Council. All five members voted in favor of each recommendation, with no opposition. The items include a stadium redevelopment ordinance, a cable franchise renewal resolution, two public‑utilities system‑charge ordinances, a municipal‑assessment authority ordinance, and a budget amendment for Seattle Public Utilities.

• Recommended City Council pass CB 120982 (Memorial Stadium redevelopment) – 5‑0
• Recommended City Council adopt Res 32171 (cable franchise renewal) – 5‑0
• Recommended City Council pass CB 120966 (system development charges) – 5‑0
• Recommended City Council pass CB 120967 (assessment reimbursement authority) – 5‑0
• Recommended City Council pass CB 120968 (SPU budget amendment) – 5‑0

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review an ordinance that would revise how complaints against the police chief are investigated and add new sections to the Seattle Municipal Code. The committee will also hear a report on Seattle Police Department hiring, overtime, and performance metrics presented by budget and staff officials. After discussion, the committee may vote on the ordinance.

• Ordinance to add Sections 3.29.515 and 3.29.590 and amend Sections 3.29.510, 3.29.520, 3.29.530, 3.29.560, and 3.29.570 of the Seattle Municipal Code (CB 1209771)
• Presentation on hiring, overtime, and performance metrics for the Seattle Police Department
• Public comment period for residents to address the council

The Public Safety Committee voted to recommend that the City Council adopt CB 120977, an ordinance revising police complaint investigation procedures and adding new sections to the Seattle Municipal Code. The recommendation passed unanimously with four members in favor and none opposed. The committee also heard Information Item 2682 on hiring, overtime, and performance metrics, but took no further action.

• Recommended City Council pass police oversight ordinance (4-0)
• Heard hiring, overtime, performance metrics report (no action)

City Council

The Council will vote on CB 1209691, an ordinance implementing interim controls on land use and zoning to comply with various state laws, with a workplan for permanent legislation. The committee recommends passage (9-0). Also on the agenda: approval of consent calendar including claim payments and appointments to oversight committees, a resolution reaffirming Seattle as a Welcoming City, and an executive session on litigation.

• Vote on CB 1209691: interim zoning controls for state law compliance (committee recommended 9-0)
• Adoption of Resolution 321682 reaffirming Seattle as a Welcoming City
• Consent calendar: two claim ordinances appropriating money for claims (CB 1209831, CB 1209872)
• Appointments to Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy Oversight Committee (Girard Montejo-Thompson, Lakeya Afolalu, Donald T. Felder, Manuela Slye)
• Appointments to Transportation Levy Oversight Committee (9 members, terms to 2025 or 2028)

The council adopted its introduction and referral calendar, approved two appropriations bills, confirmed numerous committee appointments, and passed a comprehensive land-use and zoning ordinance (CB 120969) as amended. It also adopted a resolution reaffirming Seattle as a Welcoming City and signed a proclamation naming 2025 the Wing Luke Year. A motion to extend the public comment period failed in a 4‑4 tie.

• Motion to extend public comment period failed (4‑4)
• Introduction & Referral Calendar adopted unanimously (8‑0)
• Appropriations Bill CB 120983 approved (9‑0)
• Appropriations Bill CB 120987 approved (9‑0)
• Land‑use and zoning ordinance CB 120969 passed as amended (9‑0)
• Welcoming City resolution (Res 32168) adopted (9‑0)
• Appointments to Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy Oversight Committee confirmed (9‑0)
• Proclamation recognizing 2025 as Wing Luke Year signed by all members (9‑0)

Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee

The May 22, 2025 meeting of the Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee has been cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee

The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee will discuss and potentially vote on a resolution for interactive media kiosks in specific business districts. The committee will also consider an ordinance to update the Code of Ethics regarding financial disclosures for elected officials.

• Res 321701: Conceptual approval for Downtown Seattle Association to operate media kiosks in the Metropolitan Improvement District and participating Business Improvement Areas
• Digital Kiosk Programmatic Term Permit briefing
• CB 1209783: Ordinance to define 'elected official' and require disclosure of financial interests or conflicts of interest

The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee voted to recommend the City Council adopt Resolution 32170, granting conceptual approval for interactive media kiosks in downtown public spaces. It also recommended the council pass an amended ethics ordinance (CB 120978) that requires elected officials to disclose financial interests before legislative participation. The digital kiosk programmatic term permit item was heard but no action was taken.

• Recommended adoption of Resolution 32170 for interactive media kiosks (5-0)
• Recommended passage of Ordinance CB 120978 on ethics disclosures (2-0-3 abstain)

Land Use Committee

The Seattle City Council Land Use Committee meeting scheduled for May 21, 2025, at 2:00 PM has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan

The Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan will discuss and potentially vote on Ordinance CB 120969, which implements interim zoning controls to comply with various state laws. The ordinance amends numerous sections of the Seattle Municipal Code. The committee will also consider up to eight amendments and hear a briefing from council staff. Only written public comment is accepted.

• Ordinance CB 120969 for interim zoning controls to comply with state laws
• Amendments to 27 sections of the Seattle Municipal Code (e.g., 23.44.006, 23.54.030)
• Eight proposed amendments to the ordinance (Amendments 1-8)
• Briefing and discussion with possible vote (120 minutes scheduled)
• Supporting documents include Full Text, Summary and Fiscal Note, Director's Report

The Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan recommended that the City Council adopt Council Bill 120969, an ordinance amending multiple sections of the Seattle Municipal Code related to land use and zoning. All nine committee members voted in favor, with no opposition recorded. No other actions were taken at this meeting.

• Recommended City Council pass CB 120969 (unanimous support, no opposition)

Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee

The Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee will hold briefings and discussions on two financial matters. These include an ordinance to amend the 2024 Budget and Capital Improvement Program, and the advance repayment of 2014 bonds.

• CB 1209791: Ordinance to amend the 2024 Budget and 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
• Discussion regarding the advance repayment of 2014 bonds

The Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee met on May 21, 2025. The committee discussed CB 120979, an ordinance amending the 2024 budget and capital improvement program, and heard Information Item 2683 on advance repayment of 2014 bonds. No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Transportation Committee

The Seattle City Council Transportation Committee will consider and possibly vote on nine appointments to the Transportation Levy Oversight Committee. The appointments include one short-term seat ending August 31, 2025, and eight seats ending December 31, 2028. Public comment will be heard.

• Appointment of Leonard Harrison Jerome to Transportation Levy Oversight Committee, term to Aug 31, 2025
• Appointment of Jack Brand to Transportation Levy Oversight Committee, term to Dec 31, 2028
• Appointment of Alex Hudson to Transportation Levy Oversight Committee, term to Dec 31, 2028
• Appointment of Chase Kitchen to Transportation Levy Oversight Committee, term to Dec 31, 2028
• Appointment of Steven C. Pumphrey, Kaid Ni Ray-Tipton, Nafiso D. Samatar, Tyler J. Vasquez, and Jack Edson Whisner to Transportation Levy Oversight Committee, terms to Dec 31, 2028

The Transportation Committee recommended that the City Council confirm nine appointments to the Transportation Levy Oversight Committee. All four committee members voted in favor of each appointment, with no opposition recorded. The recommended terms run from August 31, 2025 to December 31, 2028, as specified for each appointee. The committee adjourned at 10:43 a.m.

• Recommended confirming Leonard Harrison Jerome to Transportation Levy Oversight Committee (term to Aug 31 2025, unanimous)
• Recommended confirming Jack Brand to Transportation Levy Oversight Committee (term to Dec 31 2028, unanimous)
• Recommended confirming Alex Hudson to Transportation Levy Oversight Committee (term to Dec 31 2028, unanimous)
• Recommended confirming Chase Kitchen to Transportation Levy Oversight Committee (term to Dec 31 2028, unanimous)
• Recommended confirming Steven C. Pumphrey to Transportation Levy Oversight Committee (term to Dec 31 2028, unanimous)
• Recommended confirming Kaid Ni Ray‑Tipton to Transportation Levy Oversight Committee (term to Dec 31 2028, unanimous)
• Recommended confirming Nafiso D. Samatar to Transportation Levy Oversight Committee (term to Dec 31 2028, unanimous)
• Recommended confirming Tyler J. Vasquez to Transportation Levy Oversight Committee (term to Dec 31 2028, unanimous)

City Council

The Seattle City Council will meet to confirm three appointments to the Seattle Film Commission and two to the Seattle Women's Commission. The body will also consider a routine appropriations ordinance.

• Confirm Lawrence Alexander III to Seattle Film Commission (term to April 23, 2028)
• Confirm Davis R. Powell to Seattle Film Commission (term to April 23, 2028)
• Confirm KD Hall to Seattle Film Commission (term to April 23, 2028)
• Confirm Naseem A. Ghazanfari to Seattle Women's Commission (term to July 1, 2026)
• Confirm Eunji Han to Seattle Women's Commission (term to July 1, 2026)

The council voted unanimously to remove Council Bill 120983 from the Consent Calendar, postponing the ordinance that appropriates money for claims from May 5‑9, 2025. The council also confirmed six appointments to the Seattle Film Commission and the Seattle Women’s Commission, each by a 9‑0 vote. The Introduction & Referral Calendar amendment and the agenda were adopted by unanimous consent.

• Removed Council Bill 120983 (unanimous consent)
• Confirmed Lawrence Alexander III to Seattle Film Commission (9-0)
• Confirmed Davis R. Powell to Seattle Film Commission (9-0)
• Confirmed KD Hall to Seattle Film Commission (9-0)
• Confirmed Naseem A. Ghazanfari to Seattle Women’s Commission (9-0)
• Confirmed Eunji Han to Seattle Women’s Commission (9-0)
• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar amendment removing Item 1 (9-0)
• Approved agenda (unanimous consent)

Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan

The Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan holds a public hearing on Council Bill 120969, an ordinance that would amend numerous sections of the Seattle Municipal Code to implement interim land use and zoning controls in response to state law requirements. The committee will hear public comment in two sessions: remote comments at 9:30 a.m. and in-person comments at 4:00 p.m. No final vote is scheduled; the hearing is to gather public input on the proposed interim controls.

• Public hearing on CB 120969, an ordinance amending 26 sections of the Seattle Municipal Code related to land use and zoning
• Ordinance establishes interim controls to comply with various state laws and includes a workplan for permanent legislation
• Two public hearing sessions: remote comments at 9:30 a.m., in-person comments at 4:00 p.m. in Council Chamber
• Speakers must register: remote from 8:30-10 a.m., in-person from 3:30-5:30 p.m.; each speaker gets one minute
• Written comments accepted until 5:00 p.m. on May 19, 2025, via mail or email to [email protected]

The committee met twice, first in the morning and again in the afternoon, to continue a public hearing on Council Bill 120969, an ordinance affecting land use and zoning. No vote, approval, denial, or other formal action on the bill was recorded. The meeting concluded with adjournment at 6:19 p.m.

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council Briefing scheduled for May 19, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Select Committee on Federal Administration and Policy Changes

The Select Committee on Federal Administration and Policy Changes will hear a briefing on potential federal administration impacts to Seattle, followed by discussion of a resolution (Res 321682) that reaffirms the city’s Welcoming City status and related policies. Public comment will be accepted, and the agenda will be approved before adjournment.

• Briefing on potential federal administration impacts (presented by OIR staff)
• Resolution 321682 reaffirming Seattle as a Welcoming City
• Public comment period for residents
• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Call to order and adjournment

The Select Committee on Federal Administration and Policy Changes considered Resolution 32168, which reaffirms Seattle as a Welcoming City and commits to inclusive policies. The committee voted unanimously (5‑0) to recommend that the full City Council adopt the resolution. No members opposed the recommendation. An informational item (Inf 2681) was heard but no action was taken on it.

• Committee recommended City Council adopt Resolution 32168 Welcoming City (5‑0)

Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee

The Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee meeting scheduled for May 16, 2025, has been cancelled.

Select Committee on Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy

The Select Committee on Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy will discuss an ordinance (CB 1209811) that would ask Seattle voters to approve a six-year property tax levy lid lift. If passed, the levy would fund early learning and childcare, K-12 academic and safety supports, and college/career pathways. The ordinance also proposes a ballot title, fund creation, and an exemption for low-income seniors and disabled veterans. No vote is recorded; the committee will hear a briefing from Council Central Staff.

• Ordinance CB 1209811: six-year property tax levy lid lift for education, with ballot measure for November 4, 2025 general election
• Proposed levy would fund early learning/preschool, childcare, K-12 health and safety supports, and college/career pathways
• Includes exemption for low-income seniors and disabled veterans per RCW 84.36.381
• Directs creation of a designated fund and requires an Implementation and Evaluation Plan
• Public comment period open before committee discussion

The Select Committee on Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise met on May 15, 2025. Councilmember Rivera presided. The committee discussed Council Bill 120981, which proposes a special election to lift property‑tax limits for education and early‑learning services. No vote, approval, denial, or other formal action was recorded.

Housing and Human Services Committee

The Housing and Human Services Committee will consider appointments of Naseem A. Ghazanfari and Eunji Han to the Seattle Women's Commission for terms ending July 1, 2026, and receive a briefing and discussion on the Housing Connector's proactive approach to keeping people housed.

• Appointment of Naseem A. Ghazanfari to Seattle Women's Commission, term to July 1, 2026 (Appt 031581)
• Appointment of Eunji Han to Seattle Women's Commission, term to July 1, 2026 (Appt 031592)
• Briefing and discussion on Housing Connector's proactive approach to keeping people housed

The committee recommended that the City Council confirm the appointment of Naseem A. Ghazanfari to the Seattle Women’s Commission, with all three members in favor. It also recommended confirming the appointment of Eunji Han to the same commission, again with unanimous support. No other actions were taken; the housing connector information item was heard without a decision.

• Recommended confirmation of Naseem A. Ghazanfari appointment (3-0)
• Recommended confirmation of Eunji Han appointment (3-0)

Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee

The Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee will consider and possibly vote on three ordinances related to Seattle Public Utilities: revising system development charges for water, sewer, and drainage infrastructure (CB 120966), establishing municipal assessment reimbursement area authority (CB 120967), and amending the 2025 budget to adjust appropriations and create positions (CB 120968). The committee will also receive briefings on renewing the Astound cable franchise and on the proposed redevelopment of Memorial Stadium at Seattle Center.

• Briefing on renewal of Astound cable franchise agreement
• Ordinance revising system development charges for water, sewer, and drainage infrastructure (CB 120966)
• Ordinance authorizing municipal assessment reimbursement area authority for Seattle Public Utilities (CB 120967)
• Ordinance amending the 2025 budget to change appropriations to Seattle Public Utilities and create positions (CB 120968)
• Briefing on interlocal agreement with Seattle Public Schools and development agreement with Memorial Stadium Redevelopment LLC for Memorial Stadium redevelopment (CB 120982)

The Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee met on May 14, 2025, and reviewed Information Item 2680 and four council bills (CB 120966, CB 120967, CB 120968, CB 120982). Each item was discussed but no action—approval, denial, or tabling—was recorded. The meeting adjourned at 4:00 p.m.

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss an ordinance (CB 1209771) that revises the process for investigating complaints naming the Chief of Police, adding and amending sections of the Seattle Municipal Code. The committee will also receive a briefing on StarChase Technology from the Seattle Police Department.

• Ordinance CB 1209771 amending SMC 3.29.510, 3.29.520, 3.29.530, 3.29.560, 3.29.570 and adding new sections 3.29.515 and 3.29.590 regarding complaints against the Chief of Police
• Briefing on StarChase Technology by SPD Captain James Britt

The committee reviewed Council Bill 120977, an ordinance to revise police complaint investigations, but no vote or formal action was recorded. The StarChase technology information item was presented for discussion only. No other substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

City Council

The Seattle City Council will vote on several ordinances from committees, including expanding automated traffic safety cameras to new locations and authorizing civilian employees to review violations. Other items include vacating an alley in First Hill for a development, modifying a proviso in the SDOT budget, and accepting various grants and private funding. The consent calendar includes payment of claims and an appointment to the City Light Review Panel.

• CB 1209711: Expanding automated traffic safety cameras and allowing civilian review of violations
• CB 1209452: Vacating alley in First Hill block 52 for North Block Spring Street Development LLC
• CB 1209723: Modifying a proviso for Seattle Department of Transportation appropriations from the 2025 budget
• CB 1209704: Accepting grants, private funding, and subsidized loans; creating positions; amending 2025 budget
• Appointment of Louis Ernst to the City Light Review Panel for a term ending April 11, 2026

The Seattle City Council adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar and the Consent Calendar by unanimous consent. It approved several ordinances, most notably the amended automated traffic safety camera ordinance (CB 120971) with an 8‑0 vote. Additional ordinances on alley vacating, transportation funding, and non‑city source funding were also passed unanimously.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (6 in favor, none opposed)
• Adopted Consent Calendar (motion carried, no opposition)
• Approved appointment of Louis Ernst to City Light Review Panel (6 in favor)
• Extended public comment period (6 in favor, 1 opposed, 1 abstained)
• Passed amended automated traffic safety camera ordinance (CB 120971) (8 in favor)
• Approved alley vacating ordinance in First Hill (CB 120945) (8 in favor)
• Approved Department of Transportation appropriations ordinance (CB 120972) (8 in favor)
• Approved funding from non‑city sources ordinance (CB 120970) (8 in favor)

Select Committee on Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy

The Select Committee on Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy holds a public hearing on Council Bill 120981, which would place a six-year property tax levy renewal on the November 2025 ballot. The levy funds early learning, K-12 supports, and college/career pathways for Seattle students. No council decisions are made at this hearing.

• Public hearing on CB 120981 – Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy renewal
• Proposed property tax levy lid lift for up to six years, starting with November 2025 election
• Funds early learning, childcare, preschool, K-12 academic/health/safety supports, and college/career pathways
• Exemptions for low-income seniors, disabled veterans, and others under RCW 84.36.381
• Presentation by Department of Education and Early Learning Director Dwane Chappelle

The Select Committee on Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy met on May 12, 2025. A public hearing was held on CB 120981, an ordinance proposing a special election to lift the regular property‑tax limit and fund early‑learning and education services. The bill was discussed, but no vote or formal decision was recorded.

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss and take public comment on Ordinance CB 1209751, which would amend the Seattle Municipal Code to clarify signage requirements and support efficient permitting for light rail transit facilities, including the West Seattle and Ballard Link Extensions. The meeting includes a briefing and discussion with presenters from the Seattle Department of Transportation and Council Central Staff. No other business items are listed.

• Ordinance CB 1209751 to amend multiple zoning code sections for light rail facilities
• Maps of West Seattle Link Extension and Ballard Link Extension included in supporting documents
• RSJI Summary Analysis provided with the ordinance
• Presentations from SDOT (Sara Maxana, Lindsay King, Angela Brady, Chris Gregorich) and Central Staff (Ketil Freeman)
• Public comment period open for remote and in-person participation

The committee met on May 12, 2025, chaired by Councilmember Solomon. Members reviewed CB 120975, an ordinance adding and amending many sections of the Seattle Municipal Code to clarify signage requirements for light rail transit facilities. The bill was discussed but no vote or formal decision was recorded. The meeting adjourned at 10:47 a.m.

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council meets for a briefing to approve minutes, hear the president's report, sign letters and proclamations, and preview actions scheduled for the May 13 council meeting. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of May 5, 2025 council briefing minutes
• President's report (2:00 p.m.)
• Signing of letters and proclamations (2:05 p.m.)
• Preview of City Council actions and committee agenda for May 13, 2025

The council approved the May 5, 2025 briefing minutes. No other decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The meeting also included a president's report, signing of letters and proclamations, and a preview of upcoming council actions.

Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee

This meeting of the Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee has been cancelled. No business was conducted or discussed.

Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee

The committee will discuss and possibly vote on three appointments to the Seattle Film Commission and will receive briefings on a resolution granting conceptual approval for interactive media kiosks in several business improvement districts and an ordinance amending the Seattle ethics code to require elected officials to disclose financial interests.

• Appointment of Lawrence Alexander III to the Seattle Film Commission (term to April 2028)
• Appointment of Davis R. Powell to the Seattle Film Commission (term to April 2028)
• Appointment of KD Hall to the Seattle Film Commission (term to April 2028)
• Resolution 321704 granting conceptual approval to Downtown Seattle Association for interactive media kiosks in Metropolitan Improvement District and participating Business Improvement Areas
• Ordinance CB 1209785 amending ethics code to define 'elected official' and require disclosure of financial interests before legislative participation

The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee voted unanimously to recommend the City Council confirm Lawrence Alexander III, Davis R. Powell, and KD Hall as members of the Seattle Film Commission, each for a term ending April 23, 2028. All five committee members voted in favor and none opposed. The committee also discussed a resolution for interactive media kiosks and an ordinance on the Code of Ethics, but no actions were taken on those items.

• Recommended confirming Lawrence Alexander III appointment (5-0)
• Recommended confirming Davis R. Powell appointment (5-0)
• Recommended confirming KD Hall appointment (5-0)

Land Use Committee

The Seattle City Council Land Use Committee meeting scheduled for May 7, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted.

Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee

The Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee will review an ordinance that would allow city departments to accept grants, private funding, and subsidized loans, and would amend the 2025 budget and the 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program. The ordinance also proposes changes to department appropriations, project allocations, and creates new positions. The committee will also receive a financial update on the General Fund balancing analysis.

• Ordinance (CB 1209701) to accept non‑city funding and amend Ordinance 127156
• Amendments to the 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program and department appropriations
• Creation of new city positions under the ordinance
• Financial update on General Fund balancing analysis presented by Ben Noble and Tom Mikesell
• Public comment period for residents

The Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee met on May 7, 2025. It voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council approve Council Bill 120970, which would let city departments accept and spend non‑city funding and adjust budget allocations. An informational update on the General Fund balancing analysis (Inf 2676) was presented but no action was taken. The meeting adjourned at 11:09 a.m.

• Recommended passage of CB 120970 funding ordinance (5-0)
• Presented Inf 2676 financial update (no vote)

Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan

The Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan will consider an ordinance (CB 1209691) that amends numerous sections of the Seattle Municipal Code to implement interim land-use and zoning controls required by state law. The ordinance also adopts a work plan for future permanent legislation. Written public comments must be submitted two hours before the meeting. After a staff briefing, the committee will vote on the ordinance.

• Ordinance (CB 1209691) amending multiple Seattle Municipal Code sections to implement interim land-use controls
• Adoption of a work plan for permanent comprehensive‑plan legislation
• Public hearing – written comments accepted two hours prior to the meeting

The Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan reviewed Council Bill 120969, an ordinance concerning interim land‑use and zoning controls. No vote or formal approval was recorded; the bill was only discussed. The meeting adjourned without any decisions.

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will hold briefings and possible votes on three ordinances. These include updates to traffic camera usage and funding, budget appropriations for the Seattle Department of Transportation, and an alley vacation in First Hill.

• CB 1209711: Ordinance to establish additional uses for automated traffic safety cameras and authorize civilian review of violations
• CB 1209722: Ordinance modifying appropriations for the Seattle Department of Transportation and amending the 2025 Budget
• CB 1209453: Ordinance to vacate an alley in Block 52, A. A. Denny’s Extension to the Terry’s 1st Addition in First Hill

The committee voted to recommend that City Council pass three ordinances: CB 120971 to expand automated traffic safety camera use, CB 120972 to modify SDOT appropriations in the 2025 budget, and CB 120945 to vacate an alley in the First Hill neighborhood. All five committee members voted in favor of each recommendation, with no opposition recorded.

• Recommended City Council pass CB 120971 (automated traffic safety cameras) – unanimous (5‑0)
• Recommended City Council pass CB 120972 (SDOT appropriations amendment) – unanimous (5‑0)
• Recommended City Council pass CB 120945 (vacate alley in First Hill) – unanimous (5‑0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on a Land Use Committee-recommended ordinance to ease barriers for accessory dwelling units (ADUs), expanding housing options as required by state law. The meeting also includes adoption of a consent calendar with a claims payment ordinance and appointments to the Labor Standards Advisory Commission and Community Police Commission. Public comment on agenda items is limited to 20 minutes.

• Vote on CB 1209493: ordinance to amend zoning code to ease ADU construction barriers
• Consent calendar includes CB 1209762 appropriating money for claims for week of April 21-25, 2025
• Confirm appointments of Silvia Gonzalez and Corina Yballa to Labor Standards Advisory Commission
• Confirm appointment of Ken Nsimbi to Community Police Commission
• Confirm appointment of Eci Ameh as Executive Director of Seattle Community Police Commission

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council will first approve the minutes from the April 28, 2025 briefing. A President's Report will give an update on the 2025 state legislative session. Council members will sign letters and proclamations, and then preview actions scheduled for the May 6, 2025 council meeting.

• Approve April 28, 2025 Council Briefing minutes
• President's Report on 2025 state legislative session
• Signing of letters and proclamations
• Preview of City Council actions for May 6, 2025

The council approved the April 28, 2025 Council Briefing minutes. The President's report, a state legislative session update, and other informational items were heard. No other actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

• Approved April 28, 2025 Council Briefing minutes

Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee

The Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee will consider the appointment of a member to the City Light Review Panel. The body will also receive briefings and hold discussions regarding the Fresh Bucks Program and the Environmental Justice Fund.

• Appointment of Louis Ernst to the City Light Review Panel for a term ending April 11, 2026
• Briefing and discussion on the Fresh Bucks Program
• Briefing and discussion on the Environmental Justice Fund

The Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council confirm Louis Ernst as a member of the City Light Review Panel for a term ending April 11, 2026. The Fresh Bucks Program and the Environmental Justice Fund were presented as informational items with no vote taken.

• Recommended appointment of Louis Ernst to City Light Review Panel (5‑0 vote)
• Fresh Bucks Program information item heard (no decision)
• Environmental Justice Fund information item heard (no decision)

Select Committee on Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy

The Select Committee on Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy will hold a briefing and discussion. The meeting features an executive presentation regarding the renewal of the levy.

• Executive Presentation on Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy Renewal

The Select Committee met on May 1, 2025, heard the Executive Presentation on the Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy renewal, and adjourned. No votes or actionable decisions were recorded beyond routine agenda approval.

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will consider two ordinances: one to expand housing options by easing barriers to accessory dwelling units (ADUs) as required by state law, and another to clarify signage and permitting for light rail transit facilities. The committee may vote on the ADU ordinance and will discuss the light rail signage ordinance.

• Ordinance CB 1209491 to amend multiple SMC sections to ease ADU construction and use
• Ordinance CB 1209752 to add new sections for light rail transit facility signage and permitting
• Supporting documents include maps of West Seattle Link Extension and Ballard Link Extension
• Public comment period before committee discussion

The Land Use Committee voted to approve CB 120949, which amends the Seattle Municipal Code to ease barriers for accessory dwelling units. All five committee members voted in favor and none opposed. The committee also discussed CB 120975, an ordinance on signage for light rail facilities, but no vote was taken.

• Approved CB 120949 ordinance expanding ADU options (5-0)
• Discussed CB 120975 ordinance on light rail signage (no vote)

Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan

The Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan will hold a 120-minute briefing and discussion on the One Seattle Urban Forestry initiative, presented by the Mayor's Office and other city departments. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only agenda item.

• Briefing and discussion on One Seattle Urban Forestry initiative with presenters from Mayor's Office, Office of Sustainability and Environment, Office of Planning and Community Development, and Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections

The Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan met on April 30, 2025. The committee heard Information Item 2672, titled “One Seattle Urban Forestry.” No resolutions, approvals, or votes were recorded, and no decisions were made.

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider two appointments to the Community Police Commission, receive a briefing from police accountability oversight bodies (OIG, OPA, CPC), and discuss draft legislation that would amend the Chief of Police Investigations Ordinance. No votes are scheduled on the draft legislation, but possible votes on the appointments are listed.

• Appointment of Ken Nsimbi to the Community Police Commission for a term to December 31, 2026
• Appointment of Eci Ameh as Executive Director of the Seattle Community Police Commission
• Police Accountability Partners Update from OIG, OPA, and CPC (briefing and discussion)
• Draft legislation amending the Chief of Police Investigations Ordinance (briefing and discussion)

The Public Safety Committee unanimously recommended that the City Council confirm Ken Nsimbi as a member of the Community Police Commission and Eci Ameh as the Executive Director of the Seattle Community Police Commission. Both appointments received a 5‑0 vote with no opposition. The committee also heard a Police Accountability Partners update and did not hear a draft legislation item on the Chief of Police Investigations Ordinance.

• Recommended confirming Ken Nsimbi appointment (5-0)
• Recommended confirming Eci Ameh appointment (5-0)

City Council

The Seattle City Council will hold its regular meeting, including votes on several ordinances and appointments. The most substantive item is a committee-recommended ordinance to authorize the City Light Department to set eligibility and rates for the Renewable Plus Program, which provides dedicated renewable energy. The consent calendar includes routine claims payments and appointments to city commissions.

• Ordinance amending SMC 21.49.089 to authorize City Light to set eligibility and rates for the Renewable Plus Program (CB 1209521)
• Ordinance appropriating money to pay claims for April 14-18, 2025 (CB 1209742)
• Appointment of Kate Faoro Wright, Amanda DeFisher, and reappointments to Seattle Women’s Commission
• Appointment of Drew Weber to Community Roots Housing Public Development Authority Governing Council
• Acceptance of easements for City Light electrical distribution in King County (CB 1209532, CB 1209543)

The Council adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar, the agenda, and the consent calendar by unanimous consent. It approved CB 120974 appropriating money for claims dated April 14‑18, 2025 (9‑0). The Council passed three City Light ordinances—CB 120952 establishing eligibility and rates for the Renewable Plus program, and CB 120953 and CB 120954 approving easements for electrical distribution—each with a 9‑0 vote. It confirmed multiple appointments to the Seattle Women’s Commission and the Pacific Hospital Preservation and Development Authority governing council, also by unanimous vote.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (unanimous consent)
• Adopted agenda (unanimous consent)
• Adopted Consent Calendar (motion carried)
• Approved CB 120974 appropriating funds for April 14‑18 claims (9‑0)
• Passed CB 120952 Renewable Plus program ordinance (9‑0)
• Passed CB 120953 ordinance approving easements for electrical distribution (9‑0)
• Passed CB 120954 ordinance approving additional easements (9‑0)
• Confirmed eight appointments to Seattle Women’s Commission and related authorities (9‑0)

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council will approve the minutes from the April 21 meeting, hear the President's Report, and sign letters and proclamations. The main portion of the briefing will be a preview of upcoming council actions and regional committee work. No public oral comments will be taken; written comments must be submitted by 10 a.m. on the day of the meeting.

• Approve Council Briefing minutes from April 21, 2025
• President's Report (2:00‑2:05 p.m.)
• Signing of letters and proclamations (2:05‑2:10 p.m.)
• Preview of City Council actions and regional committees (2:10‑3:00 p.m.)

The council approved the minutes from the April 21, 2025 briefing. No other substantive actions, approvals, or denials were taken; the meeting consisted of the president’s report, signing of letters and proclamations, and a preview of upcoming council actions.

• Approved April 21, 2025 briefing minutes

Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee

The Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee meeting scheduled for April 24, 2025, has been cancelled. No business was conducted.

Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee

The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee will discuss and potentially vote on three appointments to the Labor Standards Advisory Commission. These appointments involve filling terms ending in 2025 and 2026.

• Appointment of Patrice Tisdale to the Labor Standards Advisory Commission (term to April 30, 2025)
• Appointment of Silvia Gonzalez to the Labor Standards Advisory Commission (term to April 30, 2026)
• Appointment of Corina Yballa to the Labor Standards Advisory Commission (term to April 30, 2026)

The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee discussed three appointments to the Labor Standards Advisory Commission. It recommended the City Council confirm the appointments of Silvia Gonzalez and Corina Yballa, each with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. No recommendation or vote was recorded for the appointment of Patrice Tisdale.

• Recommended confirming appointment of Silvia Gonzalez (4-0)
• Recommended confirming appointment of Corina Yballa (4-0)
• Discussed appointment of Patrice Tisdale (no recommendation recorded)

Housing and Human Services Committee

Seattle's Housing and Human Services Committee will hold briefings on Health and Human Services Funds and Seattle Food Security, and vote on appointments to the Seattle Human Rights Commission, Community Roots Housing PDA, Pacific Hospital PDA, and Seattle Women's Commission.

• Appointment of Fathiya Abdi to Seattle Human Rights Commission (term through Jan 22, 2026)
• Appointment of Drew Weber to Community Roots Housing PDA Governing Council (term through Mar 31, 2026)
• Reappointment of Paul Feldman and Doris W. Koo to Pacific Hospital PDA Governing Council (terms through Dec 31, 2027)
• Briefing and discussion on Seattle Food Security with presentations from local food organizations
• Briefing and discussion on Health and Human Services Funds by Office of Intergovernmental Relations

The Housing and Human Services Committee voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council confirm ten appointments to various city commissions, including the Human Rights Commission, Community Roots Housing Public Development Authority, Pacific Hospital Preservation and Development Authority, and the Seattle Women’s Commission. All four committee members voted in favor, with no opposition. The committee also heard two informational items on health and human services funds and Seattle food security. The meeting adjourned at 11:10 a.m.

• Recommended confirming appointment of Fathiya Abdi to Seattle Human Rights Commission (4-0)
• Recommended confirming appointment of Drew Weber to Community Roots Housing Public Development Authority Governing Council (4-0)
• Recommended confirming reappointment of Paul Feldman to Pacific Hospital Preservation and Development Authority Governing Council (4-0)
• Recommended confirming reappointment of Doris W. Koo to Pacific Hospital Preservation and Development Authority Governing Council (4-0)
• Recommended confirming appointment of Amanda DeFisher to Seattle Women’s Commission (4-0)
• Recommended confirming reappointment of Krystal Guerrero to Seattle Women’s Commission (4-0)
• Recommended confirming reappointment of Vinati Mamidala to Seattle Women’s Commission (4-0)
• Recommended confirming reappointment of Whitney Nakamura to Seattle Women’s Commission (4-0)

Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee

The Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee will review three ordinances. One revises system development charges for water, sewer, and drainage infrastructure (CB 1209661). Another authorizes a municipal assessment reimbursement area authority for Seattle Public Utilities (CB 1209672). The third amends Ordinance 127156 to alter budget appropriations, control levels, and create positions for Seattle Public Utilities (CB 1209683).

• Ordinance revising system development charges for water, sewer, and drainage (CB 1209661)
• Ordinance authorizing municipal assessment reimbursement area authority (CB 1209672)
• Ordinance amending Ordinance 127156 to change Seattle Public Utilities budget appropriations and create positions (CB 1209683)

The Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee reviewed three Seattle Public Utilities ordinances (CB 120966, CB 120967, CB 120968). Each bill was discussed, but no votes or approvals were recorded. No decisions were made on any of the items.

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee meeting scheduled for April 22, 2025, has been cancelled.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public comment period and then vote on several items, including an ordinance to place a property tax levy for the Democracy Voucher program on the August 5, 2025 ballot. They will also vote on building code amendments, a resolution retiring introduced legislation, appointments to the Seattle Design Commission, and a claims ordinance for the week of April 7-11, 2025.

• Ordinance (CB 1209572) to submit a proposition to voters for a regular property tax levy for up to ten years to fund the Democracy Voucher program and other city purposes, with an election on August 5, 2025
• Ordinance (CB 1209483) amending the Seattle Building Code to allow extension of certain projects and building permits
• Resolution (Res 321691) retiring introduced and referred Council Bills, Resolutions, Clerk Files, and Appointments that have received no further action
• Appointments of Raymond W. Gastil, Shirin Masoudi, Phoebe Erin Bogert, Ben Gist, and Kevin O'Neill to the Seattle Design Commission for terms ending February 28, 2027
• Claims ordinance (CB 1209732) appropriating money to pay certain claims for the week of April 7-11, 2025

The council unanimously adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar, the Agenda, and the Consent Calendar. It confirmed seven appointments to the Seattle Design Commission. It passed an ordinance (CB 120957) authorizing a property‑tax levy to fund the city’s Democracy Voucher program. It also approved an ordinance (CB 120948) amending Seattle’s building code to extend certain projects and permits.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (7‑0)
• Adopted Agenda (7‑0)
• Adopted Consent Calendar (7‑0)
• Approved CB 120973 appropriating money for claims (7‑0)
• Confirmed appointment of Raymond W. Gastil to Seattle Design Commission (7‑0)
• Confirmed appointment of Shirin Masoudi to Seattle Design Commission (7‑0)
• Passed CB 120957 ordinance authorizing property‑tax levy for Democracy Voucher program (7‑0)
• Passed CB 120948 ordinance amending Seattle Building Code (7‑0)

Council Briefing

The Council is holding a briefing to receive an update on the 2025 State Legislative Session. The meeting also includes a preview of upcoming City Council and regional committee actions.

• State Legislative Session Update presented by Office of Intergovernmental Relations
• Preview of the preliminary April 22, 2025, agenda
• Approval of April 14, 2025, briefing minutes

The council voted to approve the minutes from the April 14, 2025 briefing. No other actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved April 14, 2025 Council Briefing minutes

Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee

The committee will discuss and possibly vote on an ordinance to set eligibility and rates for City Light's Renewable Plus Program, which supplies dedicated renewable energy and associated credits. They will also consider accepting two sets of easements for electrical distribution and receive a briefing on the City Light Network Investigation.

• CB 1209521: Ordinance establishing eligibility and a rate for City Light's Renewable Plus Program (briefing, discussion, possible vote).
• CB 1209532: Ordinance accepting easements for electrical distribution rights in King County (briefing, discussion, possible vote).
• CB 1209543: Ordinance accepting additional easements for electrical distribution in King County (briefing, discussion, possible vote).
• Briefing on Seattle City Light Network Investigation.

The Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee voted 5‑0 to recommend that the City Council approve three ordinances (CB 120952, CB 120953, CB 120954) concerning City Light program eligibility, rates, and easements for electrical distribution. No members opposed any of the bills. The committee also heard Information Item 2666 on the Seattle City Light Network Investigation. No other actions were taken.

• Recommended passage of CB 120952 (5-0)
• Recommended passage of CB 120953 (5-0)
• Recommended passage of CB 120954 (5-0)

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee holds a public hearing on an ordinance that would expand housing options by easing barriers to accessory dwelling units, as required by state law. The committee will also discuss and possibly vote on extending certain building permits under the Seattle Building Code. Additionally, the committee will consider appointments and reappointments to the Seattle Design Commission for terms ending February 28, 2027.

• Public hearing on CB 1209496, ordinance to amend ADU regulations and codes
• Briefing and possible vote on CB 1209487, extending building permits
• Appointment of Raymond W. Gastil to Seattle Design Commission
• Appointment of Shirin Masoudi to Seattle Design Commission
• Reappointments of Phoebe Erin Bogert, Ben Gist, and Kevin O'Neill as chair/member to Design Commission

The Land Use Committee unanimously recommended that City Council confirm the appointments of Raymond W. Gastil, Shirin Masoudi, Phoebe Erin Bogert, Ben Gist, and Kevin O’Neill to the Seattle Design Commission. The committee also unanimously recommended that City Council pass Council Bill 120948, which amends parts of the Seattle Building Code. No opposition was recorded for any of these recommendations.

• Recommend confirming Raymond W. Gastil to Seattle Design Commission (4‑0)
• Recommend confirming Shirin Masoudi to Seattle Design Commission (4‑0)
• Recommend confirming Phoebe Erin Bogert to Seattle Design Commission (4‑0)
• Recommend confirming Ben Gist to Seattle Design Commission (4‑0)
• Recommend confirming Kevin O’Neill as chair and member of Seattle Design Commission (4‑0)
• Recommend City Council pass CB 120948 building‑code amendment (4‑0)

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee meeting scheduled for April 16, 2025, has been cancelled.

Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee

The Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee will receive a briefing on the April 2025 Economic and Revenue Forecast from city economists and budget office staff. The committee will also discuss CB 120970, an ordinance that authorizes acceptance of grants, private funding, and subsidized loans, and makes associated changes to the 2025 budget and Capital Improvement Program.

• Briefing on April 2025 Economic and Revenue Forecast (60 min)
• CB 120970: Ordinance accepting grants and non-city funding, amending 2025 budget and 2025-2030 CIP, and creating positions

The Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee met on April 16, 2025. An information item on economic and revenue forecasts was heard. The committee discussed Council Bill 120970, an ordinance concerning acceptance of non‑city funding, but no vote or decision was recorded.

Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan

The Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan will receive a briefing and discuss CB 1209691, an ordinance that would implement interim land use and zoning controls to comply with various state laws, establish findings, and adopt a workplan for permanent legislation. The ordinance proposes amendments to multiple sections of the Seattle Municipal Code. No vote or action is scheduled; this is a discussion item.

• CB 1209691: ordinance implementing interim zoning controls to comply with state laws, with a workplan for permanent legislation
• Amends 26 sections of the Seattle Municipal Code, including 23.22.062, 23.24.045, 23.34.011, and others
• 120-minute briefing and discussion with Council Central Staff (Asha Venkataraman, Jennifer LaBrecque, Lish Whitson)
• Supporting documents include Full Text, Summary and Fiscal Note, Director's Report, and Central Staff Memo
• Public comment period is available both remotely and in-person

The Select Committee reviewed Council Bill 120969, an ordinance on land use and zoning. The ordinance was discussed but no vote, approval, denial, or tabled motion was recorded. The meeting adjourned without further action on the bill.

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will consider two draft bills concerning automated traffic safety cameras, including a new legislation proposal and a lift of a non‑school zone proviso. The committee will also review and possibly vote on an ordinance to vacate the alley in Block 52, A. A. Denny’s Extension on First Hill, which includes a Property Use and Development Agreement and acknowledges a Seattle City Light easement. Public comment will be accepted before the items of business are addressed.

• Draft Bill for Automated Traffic Safety Camera Legislation (presented by SDOT staff)
• Draft Bill to lift the Non‑School Zone Automated Traffic Safety Camera proviso
• Ordinance vacating the alley in Block 52, A. A. Denny’s Extension, First Hill (CB 1209453) with associated development agreement and Seattle City Light easement

The committee heard Information Item 2663 on automated traffic safety cameras, Information Item 2664 on lifting a non‑school zone camera proviso, and discussed Council Bill 120945 concerning the vacating of an alley in Block 52 on First Hill. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled during the meeting.

City Council

The Council will vote on a proposed rezone of 8601 Fremont Ave N from Single Family (SF5000) to Lowrise 2 with Mandatory Housing Affordability (LR2 (M)), recommended by the Land Use Committee. Separately, it considers an ordinance authorizing Seattle City Light and Seattle Public Utilities to continue spending on the Lower Duwamish Waterway Superfund site cleanup. A third ordinance would regulate after-hours nightlife lounges, establishing operational and safety requirements. The consent calendar includes routine claims payments.

• Rezone of 8601 Fremont Ave N from SF5000 to LR2 (M) with affordability suffix (Project 3036119-LU, CF 314491)
• Ordinance authorizing continued participation in Lower Duwamish Waterway Superfund cleanup, including specific sites T-108, South Park Marina, and North Boeing Field/Georgetown Steam Plant
• New ordinance defining and regulating after-hours nightlife lounges, adding Chapter 10.10 to Seattle Municipal Code
• Claims payment ordinance for week of March 31 to April 4, 2025 (CB 1209652)

The City Council unanimously approved a land‑use change for 8601 Fremont Avenue N, converting it from Single Family to Lowrise 2 with a mandatory housing affordability suffix. The council also adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar, the agenda, and the Consent Calendar by unanimous consent. Several ordinances were passed unanimously, including funding for March‑April claims, a Lower Duwamish Waterway remediation plan, and regulations for after‑hours nightlife lounges.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (unanimous 6‑0)
• Adopted Agenda (unanimous 6‑0)
• Adopted Consent Calendar (unanimous 6‑0)
• Approved CB 120965 appropriating money for March‑April claims (unanimous 6‑0)
• Approved CB 120962 rezoning 8601 Fremont Ave N to Lowrise 2 with M1 suffix (unanimous 6‑0)
• Approved CB 120960 funding and actions for Lower Duwamish Waterway remediation (unanimous 6‑0)
• Approved CB 120956 regulations for after‑hours nightlife lounges (unanimous 6‑0)
• Granted Clerk File for rezoning application at 8601 Fremont Ave N (unanimous 6‑0)

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council holds a briefing to approve prior minutes, receive the president's report, and sign letters and proclamations. The main item is a preview of upcoming council actions and committee agendas, including the preliminary April 15 agenda. No specific legislation or items are detailed in the agenda text. Only written public comment is accepted for this meeting.

• Approval of Council Briefing minutes from April 7, 2025
• President's report (2:00 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.)
• Signing of letters and proclamations (2:05 p.m. - 2:10 p.m.)
• Preview of City Council actions and committee agendas for April 15, 2025

The committee approved the April 7, 2025 Council Briefing minutes. The President's report was presented, letters and proclamations were signed, and a preview of upcoming council actions was discussed. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April 7, 2025 Council Briefing minutes

Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee

The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee will review an ordinance that would permit the City of Seattle to levy regular property taxes beyond the current limitation for up to ten years. The revenue is intended to fund the cost and administration of the city’s Democracy Voucher program and other purposes, with exemptions for senior citizens and disabled persons. A briefing by Council Central Staff will be presented, and the committee may vote on the ordinance. Public comment is scheduled before the business items.

• Ordinance (CB 1209571) to authorize a regular property tax levy for up to ten years to fund the Democracy Voucher program, including senior citizen and disabled person exemptions.

The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee considered CB 120957, an ordinance to allow a property‑tax levy for the Democracy Voucher program and related purposes. The committee voted unanimously (4‑0) in favor and recommended that the City Council pass the bill. No members opposed the recommendation. The meeting adjourned at 2:38 p.m.

• Committee recommended City Council pass CB 120957 (4‑0)

Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee

This meeting of the Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee scheduled for April 10, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Select Committee on Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy

The Select Committee on Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy will hold a briefing and discussion on the 2018 Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy Overview. Presenters from the Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL) will provide an overview. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists solely of this briefing and public comment.

• Briefing and discussion on the 2018 Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy Overview
• Presentation by Dwane Chappelle, Director, Marissa Rousselle, and Ismael Fajardo of DEEL
• Opportunity for public comment (remote and in-person)

The Select Committee on Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy met on April 10, 2025. Councilmember Rivera presided over the meeting. The committee heard Information Item 1138 regarding the 2018 Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy. No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee

The Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee will discuss and potentially vote on an ordinance regarding the Lower Duwamish Waterway Superfund Site. The proposal authorizes Seattle City Light and Seattle Public Utilities to continue funding environmental investigation and remediation work.

• CB 1209601: Ordinance to continue spending funds for Lower Duwamish Waterway Superfund Site remediation
• Authorization to accept funds and indemnify parties per settlement agreements
• Authorization to seek state Remedial Action Grants
• Commitment to spend funds for remedial work at T-108, South Park Marina, and North Boeing Field/Georgetown Steam Plant

Housing and Human Services Committee

The Housing and Human Services Committee meeting scheduled for April 9, 2025 has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss and potentially vote on an ordinance to establish operational and safety requirements for after-hours nightlife lounges. The meeting also includes an update on the Office of Police Accountability (OPA) Director search process.

• CB 1209561: Ordinance to define and regulate after-hours nightlife lounges and add Chapter 10.10 to the Seattle Municipal Code
• Update on the OPA Director search process

The committee approved a recommendation to adopt Council Bill 120956, which would add Chapter 10.10 to the Seattle Municipal Code to regulate after‑hours nightlife lounges. The recommendation passed unanimously with five members in favor and none opposed. The committee also heard an update on the OPA Director search but took no further action.

• Recommended City Council pass CB 120956 ordinance regulating after‑hours nightlife lounges (5‑0)

City Council

The council adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar and the Consent Calendar by unanimous consent. It confirmed several appointments, including Vivian Vassall to the Ethics and Elections Commission. The council approved the amended clerk file for the University of Washington Medical Center Northwest Campus master plan and passed two related land‑use ordinances, CB 120964 and CB 120771. A resolution granting conceptual approval for a pedestrian skybridge over 8th Avenue was also adopted.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (unanimous consent)
• Adopted Consent Calendar (motion carried)
• Confirmed appointment of Vivian Vassall to Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission (7‑0)
• Granted amended Clerk File 314511 for UW Medical Center Northwest Campus master plan (7‑0)
• Passed CB 120964 adopting the Major Institution Master Plan and zoning amendments (7‑0)
• Passed CB 120771 adopting interim street‑level occupancy provisions (7‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 32166 granting conceptual approval for 8th Avenue skybridge (7‑0)

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council holds a briefing to discuss the 2025 state legislative session, approve minutes from March 31, sign letters and proclamations, and preview actions for the April 8 council meeting. No formal votes or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational and procedural.

• Approval of March 31, 2025 Council Briefing minutes
• President's report: 2025 state legislative session update
• Signing of letters and proclamations
• Preview of April 8, 2025 City Council agenda

The council approved the March 31, 2025 Council Briefing minutes. No other actions were decided; the remaining items were informational or procedural.

• Approved March 31, 2025 Council Briefing minutes

Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee

The Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee meeting scheduled for April 4, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled; no items considered

Select Committee on Federal Administration and Policy Changes

This is a briefing and discussion meeting of the Select Committee on Federal Administration and Policy Changes. No votes or decisions are scheduled. The committee will hear presentations on federal impacts on housing and homelessness response, and on a proposed Welcoming City Resolution.

• Panel on federal impact on housing and homelessness response issues, with presentations from KCRHA, DESC, Enterprise Community Partners, Chief Seattle Club, and Hunt Capital Partners (60 min briefing and discussion)
• Briefing and discussion on a Welcoming City Resolution, with presentations from Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network, OneAmerica, and Council Central Staff (60 min)

The committee heard Information Item 2660 on the federal impact on housing and homelessness response issues. It also heard Information Item 2661, a Welcoming City Resolution. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee

The committee meeting scheduled for April 2, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Land Use Committee

The committee will consider several appointments to the Urban Forestry Commission and will vote on multiple land‑use ordinances, including a statewide‑required ADU ordinance that eases construction barriers, a rezoning of 8601 Fremont Ave N, a master plan for the UW Medical Center‑Northwest, and interim provisions for street‑level spaces in downtown districts.

• Appointment of Aaron D. Clark, Drue Epping, Melanie Ocasio, Lia Hall, and Lani Chang to the Urban Forestry Commission
• Rezoning of 8601 Fremont Ave N from Single Family to Lowrise 2 with a Mandatory Housing Affordability suffix
• Adoption of a new Major Institution Master Plan for the University of Washington Medical Center‑Northwest
• Ordinance expanding accessory dwelling unit (ADU) allowances and updating related code sections
• Ordinance adding interim provisions for street‑level occupancy in Downtown, South Lake Union, and Uptown

The Land Use Committee voted to recommend confirming five new members of the Urban Forestry Commission. It also recommended granting a conditional rezoning and passing an ordinance to rezone 8601 Fremont Ave N to Lowrise 2 with a mandatory housing affordability suffix. The committee recommended granting a conditional master plan and passing an ordinance for the University of Washington Medical Center‑Northwest Campus. Additionally, it recommended passing an interim ordinance to facilitate street‑level occupancy in downtown areas.

• Recommend confirming Aaron D. Clark appointment to Urban Forestry Commission (3‑0)
• Recommend confirming Drue Epping appointment to Urban Forestry Commission (3‑0)
• Recommend confirming Melanie Ocasio appointment to Urban Forestry Commission (3‑0)
• Recommend confirming Lia Hall reappointment to Urban Forestry Commission (3‑0)
• Recommend confirming Lani Chang appointment to Urban Forestry Commission (3‑0)
• Recommend granting conditional rezoning of 8601 Fremont Ave N (3‑0)
• Recommend passing ordinance to rezone 8601 Fremont Ave N (3‑0)
• Recommend passing interim street‑level occupancy ordinance (4‑0)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will hold a briefing and discussion on deploying automated traffic safety cameras and a proposed pedestrian skybridge over 8th Avenue in the First Hill neighborhood.

• Briefing and discussion on deploying automated traffic safety cameras
• Briefing, discussion, and possible vote on a pedestrian skybridge over 8th Avenue north of Cherry Street

The committee heard Information Item 2658 on deploying automated traffic safety cameras but took no action on it. The committee voted unanimously (3‑0) to recommend that the City Council adopt Resolution 32166, which gives conceptual approval for a pedestrian skybridge over 8th Avenue north of Cherry Street, proposed by FH, LLC d/b/a Skyline. No members opposed the recommendation. The meeting adjourned at 10:54 a.m.

• Info Item 2658 on traffic safety cameras heard (no decision)
• Recommended adoption of Resolution 32166 for pedestrian skybridge (3‑0 in favor, no opposition)

City Council

The Seattle City Council will vote on a resolution that acknowledges residents' right to safety, appreciates first responders from Seattle Police, Fire, and CARE departments, and commits to ongoing reforms under the federal Consent Decree. The consent calendar includes approval of weekly claims payments and six appointments to city boards and commissions. Public comment is available for agenda items.

• Vote on Resolution 321671 affirming public safety support, first responder appreciation, and commitment to Consent Decree reforms
• Approval of ordinance (CB 1209613) appropriating funds to pay claims for the week of March 17–21, 2025
• Appointment of Amy Kate Bailey to Seattle Human Rights Commission (term to July 22, 2025)
• Appointment of Carol M. Binder to Museum Development Authority Governing Council (term to July 11, 2027)
• Appointment of Janet Ceballos to Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy Oversight Committee (term to Dec. 31, 2026)

The Seattle City Council adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar, the agenda, and the Consent Calendar by unanimous consent. It approved Ordinance CB 120961, appropriating money to pay certain claims for the week of March 17‑21 2025. The council confirmed several commission appointments and adopted Resolution 32167 supporting public safety and first responders. All votes were 6‑0 in favor.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (6‑0)
• Adopted agenda (6‑0)
• Adopted Consent Calendar (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance CB 120961 appropriating funds for March 17‑21 claims (6‑0)
• Confirmed appointment of Amy Kate Bailey to Seattle Human Rights Commission (6‑0)
• Confirmed appointment of Julie Chu to Seattle Women’s Commission (6‑0)
• Confirmed appointment of James Munger to Seattle Human Rights Commission (6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 32167 affirming support for public safety and first responders (6‑0)

Council Briefing

The Seattle City Council will hold a briefing on March 31, 2025, with presentations on the FIFA World Cup and a preview of upcoming council actions. Only written public comment is accepted. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, a state legislative session update, and an executive session on pending litigation.

• FIFA World Cup briefing by Kylie Rolf, Greg Wong, and April Putney (2:25-3:00 PM)
• State legislative session update (2:05-2:25 PM)
• Preview of April 1, 2025 City Council agenda (3:10-4:00 PM)
• Executive session on pending litigation, closed to public (4:00-5:00 PM)

The council approved the March 24, 2025 briefing minutes. No other actions were taken. An executive session was held from 4:31 p.m. to 4:57 p.m. to discuss pending, potential, or actual litigation.

Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan

The Seattle City Council Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan will meet to review interim legislation and a proposed implementation plan for Mandatory Housing Affordability (MHA). The session includes a briefing on MHA and a panel discussion evaluating the program with BERK and Heartland Seattle.

• Briefing on interim legislation to implement House Bill 1110
• Overview and proposed implementation of Mandatory Housing Affordability (MHA)
• Panel discussion evaluating MHA with BERK and Heartland Seattle
• Written public comments only accepted
• Meeting held at Council Chamber, City Hall, 600 4th Avenue

The Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan heard three information items: an overview of interim legislation for House Bill 1110, a Mandatory Housing Affordability overview and proposed implementation, and a Mandatory Housing Affordability panel. No actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee

The Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee will consider the appointment of a member to an oversight committee. The body will also receive a briefing on federal immigration actions.

• Appointment of Janet Ceballos to the Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy Oversight Committee (term ending December 31, 2026)
• Briefing and discussion on the status of Federal Immigration Actions with Hamdi Mohamed, Director of the Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs

The committee recommended and the council confirmed the appointment of Janet Ceballos to the Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy Oversight Committee for a term ending Dec. 31, 2026. The vote was unanimous, with five members in favor and none opposed. An information item on the status of federal immigration actions was heard, but no action was taken.

• Confirmed appointment of Janet Ceballos to oversight committee (5-0)
• Heard information item on federal immigration actions (no decision)

Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee

The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee will hold a briefing and discussion on a proposed ordinance to let voters decide on a property tax levy of up to ten years to fund the city's Democracy Voucher program and other purposes. The committee also plans to hear a briefing on four recommendations from the City Auditor regarding gun violence patterns in Seattle. A possible vote is scheduled on the appointment of Vivian Vassall to the Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission.

• Appointment of Vivian Vassall to the Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission (term to Dec 31, 2027) with possible vote
• Briefing and discussion on ordinance (CB 1209572) authorizing a regular property tax levy for up to 10 years to fund the Democracy Voucher program, to be submitted to voters on August 5, 2025
• Briefing and discussion on four recommendations to address gun violence patterns in Seattle, presented by the Office of City Auditor
• Supporting documents include fiscal note, 2023 biennial report, and central staff memo for the Democracy Voucher levy

The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee approved a recommendation to confirm Vivian Vassall as a member of the Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission, with all three voting members in favor and none opposed. The committee also discussed a proposed ordinance to fund the Democracy Voucher program through a property‑tax levy, but no action was taken. An information item on gun‑violence recommendations was presented without a decision.

• Recommended confirming appointment of Vivian Vassall to Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission (3-0)

Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee

The Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee will discuss and possibly vote on an ordinance authorizing Seattle City Light and Seattle Public Utilities to continue funding environmental investigation and remediation of the Lower Duwamish Waterway Superfund site. The ordinance also allows accepting funds from other parties, indemnifying them, and committing to cost-sharing at related sites including T-108, South Park Marina, and North Boeing Field/Georgetown Steam Plant.

• Ordinance CB 1209601 authorizing continued expenditure for Lower Duwamish Waterway Superfund site cleanup, including cost-sharing and settlements with multiple parties.

On March 26, 2025, the Parks, Public Utilities, and Technology Committee met and heard public comment. Council Bill 120960, an ordinance concerning the Lower Duwamish Waterway, was discussed. No vote, approval, denial, or other formal action on the bill was recorded. The meeting adjourned at 2:52 p.m.

Housing and Human Services Committee

The Housing and Human Services Committee will consider the appointment of four individuals to the Seattle Women's Commission and two to the Seattle Human Rights Commission, as well as a reappointment to the Pacific Hospital Preservation and Development Authority Governing Council.

• Appointment of Amy Kate Bailey to Seattle Human Rights Commission (term to July 22, 2025)
• Appointment of James Munger to Seattle Human Rights Commission (term to July 22, 2025)
• Appointment of Julie Chu to Seattle Women's Commission (term to July 1, 2025)
• Appointment of Talley Mills to Seattle Women's Commission (term to July 1, 2026)
• Appointment of Nardos Tola to Seattle Women's Commission (term to July 1, 2026)

The Housing and Human Services Committee voted 4‑0 to recommend that the City Council confirm six appointments. The recommendations cover two seats on the Seattle Human Rights Commission, three seats on the Seattle Women’s Commission, and one reappointment to the Pacific Hospital Preservation and Development Authority Governing Council. No members opposed any of the recommendations.

• Recommend confirmation of Amy Kate Bailey to Seattle Human Rights Commission (4-0)
• Recommend confirmation of James Munger to Seattle Human Rights Commission (4-0)
• Recommend confirmation of Julie Chu to Seattle Women’s Commission (4-0)
• Recommend confirmation of Talley Mills to Seattle Women’s Commission (4-0)
• Recommend confirmation of Nardos Tola to Seattle Women’s Commission (4-0)
• Recommend reappointment of Nancy Kathleen Sugg to Pacific Hospital Preservation and Development Authority Governing Council (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several routine items including payment of claims, appointments to boards, and acceptance of federal grants. A key item is a final vote on an ordinance reaffirming Seattle as a Welcoming City and adding protections for reproductive health care and gender-affirming treatment. The Council will also vote on confirming Kiersten Grove as Director of Finance and Administrative Services.

• Ordinance (CB 1209503) adding new Chapter 14.115 to reaffirm Seattle as a Welcoming City and protect reproductive health care and gender-affirming treatment
• Ordinance (CB 1209551) authorizing department directors to accept certain federal grants and passthrough funding in 2025
• Appointment of Kiersten Grove as Director of Finance and Administrative Services for a term to March 1, 2029
• Appointment of Joy R. Shigaki to the Washington State Convention Center Public Facilities District Board
• Appointments of Tristan Fields and Andrea Starbird to the Urban Forestry Commission

The Seattle City Council adopted the Introduction & Referral Calendar, the agenda, and the Consent Calendar by unanimous consent. It approved several appointments, including Joy R. Shigaki to the Convention Center board and two members to the Urban Forestry Commission. The council passed the Welcoming City ordinance (CB 120950) with amendments by a 9‑0 vote, while a proposed amendment to Section 2 of the ordinance failed 2‑7.

• Adopted Introduction & Referral Calendar (unanimous consent, 9‑0)
• Adopted agenda (unanimous consent, 9‑0)
• Adopted Consent Calendar (motion carried)
• Approved CB 120959 appropriating funds (unanimous, 9‑0)
• Confirmed Joy R. Shigaki appointment to Convention Center board (unanimous, 9‑0)
• Confirmed Tristan Fields and Andrea Starbird appointments to Urban Forestry Commission (unanimous, 9‑0)
• Passed CB 120950 Welcoming City ordinance with amendments (unanimous, 9‑0)
• Failed amendment to Section 2 of CB 120950 (2‑7)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will hear a briefing and discussion on an ordinance to define and regulate after-hours nightlife lounges, including operational and safety requirements and enforcement mechanisms. The committee will also discuss and possibly vote on a resolution affirming support for first responders and commitment to police reform under the federal Consent Decree.

• Ordinance CB 1209561: adding new Chapter 10.10 to Seattle Municipal Code for after-hours nightlife lounges
• Resolution Res 321672: affirming support for Seattle Police, Fire, and CARE departments and consent decree reforms
• Briefing and discussion (60 minutes) on the nightlife lounge ordinance
• Briefing, discussion, and possible vote (30 minutes) on the public safety resolution

The committee heard CB 120956, an ordinance regulating after‑hours nightlife lounges, but took no vote on it. It voted unanimously (4‑0) to recommend that the City Council adopt Resolution 32167, which affirms support for police, fire and community responders and commits to ongoing reforms. No members opposed the recommendation.

• Recommended adoption of Resolution 32167 supporting first responders (4-0)

Council Briefing

This is a procedural briefing with no binding votes. The Council will receive an update on the state legislative session, preview the March 25 agenda, and hold an executive session on litigation.

• Approval of March 17, 2025 Council Briefing minutes
• State Legislative Session Update by Office of Intergovernmental Relations
• Signing of letters and proclamations
• Preview of March 25 City Council agenda
• Executive session on pending or potential litigation (closed to public)

The council approved the March 17, 2025 Council Briefing minutes (Inf 2609). Other agenda items were informational updates, signing of letters, and an executive session on litigation, but no votes were recorded on those items.

• Approved March 17 Council Briefing minutes (Inf 2609)

Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee

The Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee will discuss and possibly vote on City Light program rates and electrical easements. The body will also review the 2022 Greenhouse Gas Inventory and the Seattle Arts Commission goals.

• Possible vote on CB 1209524 to establish eligibility and rates for the City Light Renewable Plus Program
• Possible vote on CB 1209545 and CB 1209536 regarding electrical distribution easements in King County
• Appointment of Carol M. Binder to the Museum Development Authority Governing Council
• Briefing on the 2022 Greenhouse Gas Inventory
• Briefing on Seattle Arts Commission overview and goals