Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has proposed legislation to prohibit restrictive land use covenants that block the operation of grocery stores and pharmacies, in order to increase access to food and medicine in the city.
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Seattle Parks Seeks Operator For Historic Bullitt Estate
Seattle Parks and Recreation is seeking a qualified contractor to restore and operate the historic Bullitt House on Capitol Hill, with the goal of transforming it into a vibrant community-serving space.
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Former American Can Company Building Nominated For Seattle Landmark
The Seattle Landmarks Preservation Board will consider the nomination of the former American Can Company Building for landmark status at its upcoming meeting on October 15, and the building is also one of the first properties set to participate in the city’s new Office-to-Residential Conversion Program.
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Applications Now Open For Seattle Youth Safety Ambassador Program
The Seattle Youth Safety Ambassadors program is accepting applications from 15-19 year olds attending five Seattle high schools to serve as peer-led mental health and safety resource connectors, with a paid stipend and training provided.
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Rivas Painting To Pay Over $112K In Sick Leave Settlement
The Seattle Office of Labor Standards has reached a settlement with Rivas Painting Inc. for multiple violations of the city’s Paid Sick and Safe Time Ordinance, requiring the company to pay a total of $121,022.64 to 43 affected workers and the City of Seattle, and to implement a compliant PSST policy.
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City Completes Major Bike/Pedestrian Project On North Beacon Hill
The Beacon Avenue South and 15th Avenue South Safety Project in North Beacon Hill has been completed, adding protected bike lanes, repaired sidewalks, ADA-accessible curb ramps, upgraded bus stops, and improved pedestrian crossings to make walking, biking, and rolling safer and more accessible for everyone.
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Seattle School Board Postpones Vote On School Engagement Officer Proposal
The Seattle School Board has postponed a vote on a pilot program to place a police officer at Garfield High School, citing the need for further community engagement and a detailed Memorandum of Understanding with the Seattle Police Department.
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Seattle City Attorney Files First Lawsuits Under New Graffiti Ordinance
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.
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Hollingsworth Releases Amendment Packages For Seattle’s Comprehensive Plan
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.
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Harrell Announces $1.7 Million To Support Survivors Of Sexual Exploitation
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has announced $1.7 million in new funding to support four local organizations providing culturally responsive services to survivors of commercial sexual exploitation, including housing, medical and mental health care, and advocacy programs.
