Seattle City Attorney Ann Davison has filed the city’s first civil lawsuits under its new graffiti ordinance, targeting three prolific taggers accused of causing tens of thousands of dollars in damage to public and private property.
Seattle City Councilmember Joy Hollingsworth has released proposed amendments to the city’s Comprehensive Plan and Permanent HB 1110 legislation, aiming to address urgent housing and livability challenges while balancing environmental reviews and a compressed timeline.
The Seattle City Council has approved new legislation to streamline permitting requirements for small businesses, making it faster and more affordable to open in vacant storefronts.
The Seattle City Council voted 8-0 to approve a resolution dedicating up to 25% of any proposed sales tax increase to addiction treatment services as part of a public safety initiative.
Debora Juarez was appointed by the Seattle City Council to fill the vacant District 5 seat, with her appointment effective immediately and lasting until November 2026.
The Seattle City Council has voted to amend the city’s Chronic Nuisance Properties Ordinance to strengthen enforcement tools against properties that become persistent sources of criminal activity and neighborhood disruption, with Mayor Bruce Harrell signing the bill into law.
Seattle City Council has approved an ordinance that will impose civil penalties of up to $1,500 per violation for graffiti vandalism on public and private property, with the goal of deterring repeat offenders and relieving the financial burden of graffiti removal.
Seattle City Councilmember Cathy Moore has resigned from her position due to personal and health-related reasons, but her 18-month tenure was marked by significant contributions to public safety, housing access, and support for marginalized communities.
Dionne Foster, a nonprofit executive and former City of Seattle policy advisor, has qualified for the Democracy Voucher Program in just one week, securing 400 contributions and 400 signatures from Seattle voters, and has already received endorsements from over 30 elected officials and community leaders.
Seattle City Council has unanimously approved new regulations aimed at improving public safety around after-hours nightlife lounges, introducing safety and permitting requirements in response to an increase in late-night gun violence.
