Human Services, Labor, and Economic Development Committee — Minutes 2026-05-15
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The Human Services, Labor, and Economic Development Committee met on May 15, 2026, with all five members present (Councilmembers Rinck, Foster, Hollingsworth, Juarez, and Saka), presided over by Councilmember Rinck. The committee unanimously recommended confirmation of Beto Yarce as Director of the Office of Economic Development (Appt 03469), with a 5–0 vote in favor. The committee also unanimously recommended adoption of Resolution 32202, which directs the Seattle Mayor and King County Executive to safeguard public funds following a forensic evaluation of the King County Regional Homelessness Authority, determine the feasibility of addressing the evaluation's findings, and submit monthly reports to Council regarding dissolution or restructure options, approved 5–0. The meeting ran from 9:33 a.m. to 11:11 a.m.
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