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This is the official, public page of the Seattle City Council. The Council is committed to ensuring that Seattle is safe, livable and sustainable.

These nine Councilmembers are elected to four-year terms in nonpartisan elections. 7 members represent a geographic district, and 2 members represent the entire city, elected by all Seattle voters. The City Council approves the City's budget, develops laws and policies that promote the health and safety of Seattle's residents and oversees the City's police, fire, parks, libraries, and electric, water, solid waste, and drainage utilities. The public is encouraged to join Councilmembers at all Full Council and committee meetings and comment on current legislation by signing up before the start of each meeting. View the City’s policies at www.seattle.gov/digital

07/13/2026

Busy week ahead for the City Council! Here’s what’s going on the week of July 13-17:
Watch live ➡️ seattlechannel.org/watch-live
Full agendas 📄 seattle.legistar.com

Monday at 9:30 a.m. (remote) & 5 p.m. (in-person) - Select Committee on Seattle Transportation Benefit District
-Public hearing on Seattle Transit Measure renewal

Tuesday
9:30 a.m. – Public Safety Committee
- Drug enforcement ordinance update
2 p.m. - City Council
- Possible vote on appointment to State Convention Center Public Facilities District Board
- Possible vote on four appointments to Domestic Workers Standards Board
- Possible vote on Seattle Utilities discount expansion ordinance
- Possible vote on Forensic Digital Evidence ordinance

Wednesday
9:30 a.m. - Land Use and Sustainability
- Public hearing on Data Center Moratorium
- Public hearing on Transitional Encampment Expansion
- Possible vote on SEPA appeals reform ordinance
2 p.m. - Parks and City Light
- Possible vote on City Light 2027-2028 retail rate schedule ordinance
- Briefing on City Light 2025 Baker Tilly independent audit
- Possible vote on City Light Transportation Electrification Agreements ordinance

Thursday at 9:30 a.m. - Select Committee on Seattle Transportation Benefit District
- Possible vote on Seattle Transit Measure renewal ordinance, including amendments

Friday at 9:30 a.m. - Human Services, Labor, and Economic Development
- Briefing on Human Resources IT Talent Modernization Classification Structure ordinance

07/10/2026

The Seattle City Council recognizes July 2026 as Disability Pride Month. This marks the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a landmark civil rights law prohibiting discrimination against people with disabilities in all areas of public life, removing barriers to employment, transportation, public services and other critical areas.

07/06/2026

Big week for the City Council and Seattle as it wraps up its FIFA hosting duties! ⚽Here’s the lineup for July 6-10.
Watch live ➡️ seattlechannel.org/watch-live
Full agendas 📄 seattle.legistar.com

Monday at 11 a.m. - Select Committee on Seattle Transportation Benefit District - Special Meeting
- Briefing on proposed Seattle Transit Measure amendments

Tuesday at 2 p.m. - City Council
- Possible vote on City Light electricity rate path resolution
- Possible vote on Seattle Planning Commission appointments
- Possible vote on update to Citywide Business Improvement Area policies resolution

Wednesday
9:30 a.m. - Select Committee on the Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy*
2 p.m. - Housing, Arts, and Civil Rights Committee*

Thursday at 9:30 a.m. - Governance & Utilities Committee*

*Agendas posting later this week.

07/03/2026

Seattle City Hall is closed today in observance of Independence Day.

Enjoy a safe and restorative long weekend as we commemorate our nation’s independence!

06/29/2026

Short City Council week before the long Fourth of July holiday weekend, but still much to do! Here’s what’s going on the week of June 29-July 3.
Watch live ➡️ seattlechannel.org/watch-live
Full agendas 📄 seattle.legistar.com

Monday
9:30 a.m. – Special Meeting: Housing, Arts, and Civil Rights
- Homeowner Privacy and Protection draft ordinance
- Panel Discussion on Unwanted Homeowner Solicitation
2 p.m. – Council Briefing

Tuesday
9:30 a.m. – Select Committee on the Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy 6 Year Implementation and Evaluation Plan
- Policy considerations presentation
2 p.m. – Full Council
- Possible vote on emergency street closure ordinance
- Possible vote on three ordinances authorizing Office of Housing to lease or acquire affordable units in South Seattle, Montlake, and Central District
- Possible vote on ordinance describing CARE duties

Wednesday
9:30 a.m. – Land Use and Sustainability
- Public Hearing on SEPA appeals change ordinance
- Possible vote on six appointments to Seattle Planning Commission
- Design review extension ordinance
2 p.m. – Parks and City Light
- Possible vote on Seattle City Light Strategic Plan resolution
- Seattle City Light 2027-28 retail rates ordinance

Thursday at 2 p.m. – Human Services, Labor, and Economic Development
- Possible vote on four appointments to Domestic Workers Standards Board
- Possible vote on Seattle Department of Human Resources 2026 Forensic Digital Evidence ordinance

Friday – July 4th Observed 🎆 City Hall Closed

06/24/2026

This week, the Seattle City Council honored the life of Horace Lorenzo Anderson Jr., and the extraordinary leadership of Donnitta Sinclair Martin, whose courage transformed personal tragedy into a movement of healing and hope. Donnitta founded We Got Us Moms, an organization dedicated to supporting, serving, uplifting, and advocating for mothers who have lost children to gun violence.

Horace's life reminds us of the importance of investing in our young people, creating opportunities for belonging and success, and building communities where every child is safe, supported, and valued.

06/22/2026

We're back from the long weekend and ready for another busy week! Here’s what to expect June 22-26.
Watch live ➡️ seattlechannel.org/watch-live
Full agendas 📄 seattle.legistar.com

Tuesday
9:30 a.m. – Public Safety
- Possible vote on Emergency Street Closure
- Possible vote on CARE Crisis Responder Duties
- SPD Report on Q1 Sworn Staffing, Overtime, and Performance Metrics

2 p.m. – City Council
- Possible vote on 3 appointments to the Equitable Development Advisory Board
- Possible vote on 3 appointments to the Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners
- Possible vote on 2025 Budget Exceptions
- Possible vote on 2026 Budget Carryforward
- Possible vote on SCL Washington State Ferry Colman Dock Electrification
- Possible vote on SCL 2026 Integrated Resource Plan
- Possible vote on SPR Amendment 6 to Interlocal 2026
- Possible vote on SPR Delridge Native Forest Blanket Authority

Wednesday at 2 p.m. – Housing, Arts, and Civil Rights
- Possible vote on Housing Funding Policies and A&F Plan
- Possible vote on Ground Lease of Mt. Baker UW Laundry Site
- Possible vote on Montlake Homes Property Acquisition and Transfer
- Possible vote on Harvey Transfer

Thursday at 2 p.m. – Select Committee on Federal Administration and Policy Changes
- H.R. 1 Impact on Healthcare in Seattle and Washington State
- Roundtable Conversation: H.R. 1 Impact on Healthcare Providers in Seattle and WA
- Trans and Q***r Civil Rights Issues

06/19/2026

Juneteenth recognizes and commemorates the day of June 19, 1865, when news of the end of slavery finally reached Texas. As Seattle celebrates this milestone and honors the activists driving progress across our nation, we also recognize the unfinished work of achieving true racial equity.

Reminder: Seattle City Hall is closed today in observance of Juneteenth.

06/18/2026

On Tuesday, the Seattle City Council signed a proclamation recognizing and honoring the memory of Conner Dassa-Holland and proclaiming June 16, 2026 to be Conner Dassa-Holland Day. Conner was a beloved son, brother, student, athlete, mentor, and friend whose life embodied leadership, compassion, humility, and service to others. His intelligence, infectious smile, unwavering optimism, and commitment to helping others left an indelible mark on the City of Seattle, the Rainier Beach community, and all those fortunate enough to know him.

On May 10, 2020, Conner's life was tragically taken, leaving his family, friends, classmates, and community grieving the loss of a young man whose future held limitless promise. Conner's legacy continues through the commitment of his family, friends, educators, and community members who have dedicated themselves to ensuring that his life serves as a catalyst for healing, hope, love, and meaningful action in support of young people and safer communities.

06/15/2026

FIFA is finally here, and your City Council is still hard at work! ⚽Here’s the game plan for June 15-19.
Watch live ➡️ seattlechannel.org/watch-live
Full agendas 📄 seattle.legistar.com

Tuesday
9:30 a.m. – Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments
- Possible vote on 2025 Budget Exceptions ordinance
- Possible vote on 2026 Budget Carryforward ordinance
2 p.m. – City Council
- Possible vote on appointment to Seattle Public Utilities Customer Review Panel
- Possible vote on nine appointments to Community Technology Advisory Board
- Possible vote on Seattle Public Utilities recycling contract with Waste Management
- Possible vote on Seattle Social Housing Developer Charter resolution
4 p.m. - Seattle Park District Board
- 2025 Financial and Operational Performance Update
- Possible vote on three SPR Seattle Park District 2026 Budget Amendments

Wednesday
9:30 a.m. – Land Use and Sustainability
- Possible vote on three appointments to Equitable Development Initiative Advisory Board -
- SEPA Appeals ordinance
- Office of Planning and Community Development Subarea Plans overview
2 p.m. – Parks and City Light
- Possible vote on four appointments to Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners
- Public hearing and possible vote on Seattle City Light’s Integrated Resource Plan resolution
- Seattle City Light 2027-2032 Strategic Plan resolution
- Seattle City Light 2027-2028 Retail Rates ordinance

Thursday at 9:30 a.m. – Select Committee on Transportation Benefit District
- TBD

Friday - City Hall closed in observance of Juneteenth

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