Seattle City Council

Seattle City Council unanimously approves emergency moratorium on detention centers
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Councilmember Rivera receives Mayor's 2026 Seattle Library Levy renewal proposal - Seattle City Council Blog Levy proposal continues 2019 investments in open hours, books and materials, technology access, and children’s programming Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) joined Mayor Katie Wilson, Seattle ...

Councilmember Rivera receives Mayor’s 2026 Seattle Library Levy renewal proposal
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City Council Preview week of Mar. 9-13   Monday 2 p.m. - Council Briefing  Tuesday 9:30 a.m. - Public Safety 2 p.m. - Full Council Wednesday  9:30 a.m. - Select Committee on the Library Levy* 2 p.m. - Housing, Arts, and Civil Rights* Thursday 9:30 a.m. - Governance and Utilities

Springing forward into the packed week of Mar. 9-13!

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We proclaim March 2026 to be Women's History Month in Seattle!

This is a momentous period not just for celebrating the strides women have made, but also a time for pushing for further progress, honoring acts of courage and determination by women who have made a remarkable impact.

City Council Preview Week of March 2-6 Monday @ 2 p.m. – Council Briefing Tuesday 9:30 a.m. – Finance, Native Communities, & Tribal Governments 2 p.m. – Full Council Wednesday 9:30 a.m. - Land Use and Sustainability 2 p.m. – Parks & City Light Thursday 9:30 a.m. – Transportation, Waterfront, & Seattle Center 2 p.m. – Federal Administration and Policy Changes Friday @ 9:30 a.m. – Human Services, Labor, and Economic Development

After enjoying that beautiful weekend, we're headed into a packed week! Here's what to expect Mar. 2-6:

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Ready to make your voice heard? Let's break down how to give public comment!
Visit our website for more detailed info ➡️www.seattle.gov/council/meetings/public-comment

Public Safety Chair Kettle: Setting the record straight on misconceptions about technology used by Seattle Police Department for crime prevention
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Monday 2 p.m. - Council Briefing State Legislative Session Update Sound Transit Expansion Program Update Tuesday 9:30 a.m. - Public Safety Possible vote on Law Enforcement Professionalism and Standards Possible consideration for amendment to Law Enforcement Staging 2 p.m. - Full Council Possible vote on appointment of Aly Pennucci as Director, City Budget Office Wednesday 9:30 a.m. - Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods* SPL Presentation on Library Levy, pt. 2 *Agenda may change prior to publication

Let’s jump into this week’s preview and what you can expect in the days ahead!

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Council Edition: Inside council’s response to immigration enforcement concerns, surveillance & more YouTube video by Seattle Channel

As federal immigration enforcement ramps up, @council.seattle.gov is considering a ban on new detention facilities. Plus, Council President Hollingsworth & Councilmember Foster share their thoughts about surveillance cameras after a deadly Rainier Beach shooting. @callananseattle.bsky.social

Rivera bill prohibits ALL City employees from sharing sensitive information for use in civil immigration enforcement
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City Council Preview Week of Feb. 16-20, 2026 Monday – President’s Day, No Meetings Tuesday @ 9:30 a.m. – Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Tuesday @ 2 p.m. – Full Council Wednesday @ 9:30 a.m. – Land Use and Sustainability Thursday @ 9:30 a.m. – Transportation, Waterfront, and Seattle Thursday @ 2 p.m. – Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Friday @ 9:30 a.m. - Human Services, Labor, and Economic Development

Council is hitting the ground running today!
🏛️Full schedule and agendas are available on the Council website.
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Councilmember Rinck and regional leaders take action to prevent new immigration detention centers in King County
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"We commit to using the power and responsibility we hold today to build upon this history and take meaningful action to ensure Black futures in Seattle are bright, joyful, and resilient, grounded in equity, opportunity, and collective care".

Seattle City Councilmembers and the Seattle City Attorney stand at the dais

Seattle City Council proclaims February 2026 to be Black History Month

Seattle City Council approves legislation to begin funding voter-approved social housing
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Rivera introduces bill prohibiting City employees from sharing sensitive data with immigration enforcement
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Week of Feb. 9-13, 2026 City Council Preview Monday @ 2 p.m. – Council Briefing • State Leg Session Update Tuesday @ 9:30 a.m. – Public Safety • Possible Vote on Immigration Info Sharing Ordinance Tuesday @ 2 p.m. – Full Council • Possible vote on Seattle Social Housing Developer ILA • Possible vote on SEPA Thresholds & Amendments Wednesday @ 2 p.m. – Housing, Arts, & Civil Rights • Social Housing Developer Update • Office of Housing Overview Thursday @ 9:30 a.m. – Governance and Utilities

Keeping the Super Bowl spirit alive, we're ready to tackle this week:
- State Leg Update
- Possible votes: Immigration Info Sharing Ordinance, Seattle Social Housing Developer ILA, and SEPA Thresholds & Amendments
- Social Housing Developer Update and Office of Housing Overview

🏈 Who do you think will win Sunday’s Super Bowl between the @seahawksofficial.com and the @patriots.bsky.social ? Watch to hear @mayorofseattle.bsky.social Katie Wilson’s prediction after she raised the 12th Man flag 605 feet above the city atop the Space Needle.

CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH FEBRUARY Seattle City Council

In recognition of Black History Month, we honor the profound legacy of Black leaders whose vision, courage, and perseverance have shaped our society. We celebrate the trailblazers who paved the way and all those who continue to shape our future and inspire us to push forward.

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🏙️A Bustling week ahead! (Feb. 2-6):
- Social Housing Developer ILA (Finance, Native Communities, & Tribal Governments)
- SEPA Thresholds & Transportation Amendment (Land Use & Sustainability)
- SDOT Annual Delivery Plan Presentation (Transportation, Waterfront & Seattle Center)

Councilmember Juarez statement on federal immigration enforcement activity in Seattle council.seattle.gov/2026/01/30/c...

Councilmember Rivera commends Mayor’s initial steps to prepare for potential increase of ICE enforcement
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Councilmember Saka praises Mayor’s actions on ICE activity in Seattle
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Councilmember Lin statement on the killing of a second Minneapolis resident by federal immigration agents
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With community concerns rising after deadly ICE-related shootings in Minnesota, @cmeddielin.bsky.social & @councilmember-amr.bsky.social join Council Edition to discuss how the city is responding. Watch full show with @callananseattle.bsky.social: youtu.be/QID6xW59A_g

graphic showing city council meetings for the week of Jan. 26-30: Monday 2 p.m. Council Briefing - State Leg Session Update Tuesday • 9:30 a.m. Public Safety - KC Prosecutor: Human Trafficking presentation • 2 p.m. Full Council - No scheduled reports or votes Wednesday • 9:30 a.m. Libraries, Education, & Neighborhoods - Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs (OIRA) Update • 2 p.m. - Housing, Arts, & Civil Rights - Office of Arts and Culture (ARTS) Overview

Busy week at City Hall! 🏙️ From public safety to the arts, here’s what’s happening Jan. 26-30:
⚖️ State Leg Update
🛡️ Human Trafficking Briefing
🌍 OIRA Update
🎨 ARTS Overview
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Graphic for City Council Preview Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. - Finance, Native Communities, & Tribal Governments; Full Council Tuesday @ 2 p.m. - SDOT Westin Pedestrian Skybridge and SDOT Block 24 Alley Vacation

This week (Jan. 20-23) the City Council will hold its first session of the Finance, Native Communities, & Tribal Governments committee at 9:30 a.m. and Full Council at 2 p.m.

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