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  • Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee — Minutes 2026-05-27

    May 27, 2026

    ·Seattle, WA
    Minutes

    The Seattle Council Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee met on May 27, 2026, with Presiding Officer Councilmember Maritza Rivera and three other members present (Joy Hollingsworth, Eddie Lin, and Alexis Mercedes Rinck), with Dionne Foster excused. The Committee heard an information item on the Department of Neighborhoods Community Liaison Programs and recommended confirmation of six appointments and reappointments by unanimous vote: Olivia Barlow and Negash Hassen to the Community Involvement Commission (terms to May 31, 2027 and 2028 respectively, each approved 4–0); Nate Lessler and Bryce Seidl to the Historic Seattle Preservation and Development Authority Governing Council (terms to November 30, 2028, each approved 3–0 with Hollingsworth absent); and Christopher Scott, Devin McComb, and Paul Neal to the Pike Place Market Preservation and Development Authority Governing Council (Scott's term to June 30, 2026, and McComb and Neal's reappointments to June 30, 2029, all approved 4–0).

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Housing, Arts, and Civil Rights Committee — Minutes 2026-05-27

May 27, 2026

·Seattle, WA
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The Seattle Housing, Arts, and Civil Rights Committee met on May 27, 2026, and unanimously recommended four appointments for City Council confirmation. The committee voted 3–0 to recommend Kim Kkwafkwao, J. Queen Adams, and David J. Isaak for the Seattle Human Rights Commission, each for a term ending July 22, 2027. The committee also voted 3–0 to recommend Thomas Geffner for the Seattle Social Housing Public Development Authority Governing Council, for a term ending May 22, 2027. Committee members present were Chair Dionne Foster, Debora Juarez, and Alexis Mercedes Rinck; the meeting lasted approximately 31 minutes.

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  • May 20, 2026 Meeting Minutes

    May 20, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The City of Hazleton Government Study Commission met on May 20, 2026 at 5:05 PM in City Hall, Conference Room A, with Chairwoman Allison Keegan presiding and four of seven members present. The Commission approved the May 6, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously and authorized a $87.60 payment to the Standard Speaker for advertising an April 22 meeting. PEL Consultants presented and discussed draft articles on Citizens Petition and Referendum, Administrative Code, and Ethics, with updated drafts to be provided for further review; the Commission will continue discussing the Ethics Article and scheduling a public hearing at the next meeting on June 3, 2026 at 5:00 PM on the second floor of City Hall.

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  • Governance and Utilities Committee — Minutes 2026-05-14

    May 14, 2026

    ·Seattle, WA
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    The Governance and Utilities Committee met on May 14, 2026, to conduct municipal appointments and authorize stormwater-related agreements. The Committee unanimously approved (5–0) the reappointment of Andrew Lee as General Manager and Chief Executive Officer of Seattle Public Utilities through December 31, 2029, and confirmed two new members to the Seattle Public Utilities Customer Review Panel: Stan Diddams and Gabriel Navarro, each for terms through July 31, 2028. The Committee also recommended passage of CB 121202, which authorizes Seattle Public Utilities to execute amendments to its interlocal agreement with King County Flood Control Zone District regarding the South Park Interim Flooding Preparedness and Response Program (approved 4–0, with Dan Strauss excused). A second ordinance, CB 121190, relating to the 2026 Stormwater Code Update and compliance with the City's 2024–2029 Phase 1 Municipal Stormwater Permit, was under review at the meeting's close.

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  • May 6, 2026 Meeting Minutes

    May 6, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    The Hazleton Government Study Commission held a meeting on May 6, 2026, at 5:04 PM in City Hall Conference Room A, with Chairwoman Allison Keegan and all seven commissioners present. The Commission approved the April 22, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously on a motion by Joseph Yannuzzi, seconded by Thomas Bruno. PEL Consultants reviewed updated drafts of Article VII–Ordinances and Resolutions and Article VIII–Budget and Finance, and led discussion on Article VII–Authorities, Boards and Commissions, Article XXI–Annual and Special Independent Audits, and the Citizen's Petition and Referendum Process, with commissioners providing feedback on referendum procedures and requirements. The meeting adjourned at 7:06 PM, with the next meeting scheduled for May 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM on the 2nd floor of City Hall.

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  • Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee — Minutes 2026-05-05

    May 5, 2026

    ·Seattle, WA
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    The Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee met on May 5, 2026, with Councilmembers Strauss, Hollingsworth, Kettle, and Saka present and Rivera arriving late. The committee heard an information item reviewing the Centennial Accord and recommended passage of CB 121201, an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute agreements related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup and amend the 2026 Budget and Capital Improvement Program, which passed 4–0. The committee also discussed the appointment of Dwight D. Dively as Director of Finance for the Office of City Finance through December 31, 2029.

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  • Governance and Utilities Committee — Minutes 4/9/2026

    Apr 9, 2026

    ·Seattle, WA
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    The Governance and Utilities Committee met on April 9, 2026, and unanimously recommended confirmation of three appointments to the Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission: Evan M. Smith (term through December 31, 2027), Andrea Lino (through December 31, 2028), and Anita Khandelwal (through December 31, 2026). The Committee also heard a presentation on the Homemade Food Waste Program and recommended passage of ordinances authorizing Seattle Public Utilities to accept slope stabilization easements and acquire real property rights for two parcels on NE 91st Street.

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  • Governance and Utilities Committee — Minutes 2026-04-09

    Apr 9, 2026

    ·Seattle, WA
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    On April 9, 2026, the Seattle Governance and Utilities Committee recommended confirmation of three appointments to the Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission: Evan M. Smith (term through December 31, 2027), Andrea Lino (term through December 31, 2028), and Anita Khandelwal (term through December 31, 2026), all approved 4–0. The Committee also heard a presentation on the Homemade Food Waste Program. The Committee recommended passage of Council Bill 121192, authorizing Seattle Public Utilities to accept slope stabilization easements on two private parcels at 3822 NE 91st Street and 3832 NE 91st Street (King County Parcel Numbers 6844703215 and 6844703295), approved 3–0. Council Bill 121193 regarding property acquisition by Seattle Public Utilities was on the agenda but appears incomplete in the source document.

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  • Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee — Minutes 2026-04-07

    Apr 7, 2026

    ·Seattle, WA
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    On April 7, 2026, the Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee met with three members present (Councilmembers Strauss, Rivera, and Hollingsworth) to consider four items of business. The Committee unanimously recommended passage of CB 121184, which expands the Director of Finance and Administrative Services' authority to execute leases for transitional encampment purposes. The Committee also unanimously recommended passage of CB 121185, amending the 2026 Budget and 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Program to change appropriations related to the City's homelessness response, and CB 121187, authorizing acceptance and expenditure of grants, private funding, and subsidized loans. Additionally, the Committee heard an informational item regarding the State and City Tribal Relations Framework.

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  • Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee — Minutes 4/7/2026

    Apr 7, 2026

    ·Seattle, WA
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    On April 7, 2026, the Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee met and unanimously recommended passage of three ordinances: CB 121184 expanding the Director of Finance and Administrative Services' authority to execute leases for transitional encampment purposes; CB 121185 amending the 2026 budget to address homelessness response; and CB 121187 authorizing the Mayor to accept and expend grants, private funding, and subsidized loans from non-City sources. The committee also heard an informational item on the State and City Tribal Relations Framework.

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  • Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee — Minutes 2026-03-30

    Mar 30, 2026

    ·Seattle, WA
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    The Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee met on March 30, 2026, at 9:30 a.m., with Councilmember Strauss presiding and five members present. The committee discussed CB 121184, relating to expanded authority for the Director of Finance and Administrative Services to execute leases for transitional encampment purposes under Seattle Municipal Code Section 3.127.020. The committee also discussed CB 121185, an ordinance amending the 2026 Budget and 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Program to change appropriations to various departments in response to homelessness, which requires a 3/4 vote of the City Council. The meeting adjourned at 11:09 a.m.

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  • Governance and Utilities Committee — Minutes 2026-03-12

    Mar 12, 2026

    ·Seattle, WA
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    The Governance and Utilities Committee met on March 12, 2026, with Council President Hollingsworth presiding and three members present (Hollingsworth, Kettle, Strauss). The Committee recommended passage of CB 121166, authorizing Seattle Public Utilities to sell King County Parcel Number 1623049405 located at South 138th St in SeaTac, WA to King County Water District 125, approved 3–0. The Committee also recommended passage of CB 121163, authorizing an amendment to the Cable Television Franchise Agreement with Comcast Cable Communications Management, LLC under Ordinance 124957, approved 3–0. The Committee heard an information item on the Seattle Information Technology Department Overview and Work Plan.

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  • Housing, Arts, and Civil Rights Committee — Minutes 2026-03-11

    Mar 11, 2026

    ·Seattle, WA
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    The Seattle Housing, Arts, and Civil Rights Committee met on March 11, 2026, with three members present (Dionne Foster, Eddie Lin, and Debora Juarez), one excused absence (Alexis Mercedes Rinck), and one late arrival (Joy Hollingsworth). The Committee unanimously approved seven appointments and reappointments by a 4–0 vote: Carlin Llorente to the Burke-Gilman Place Public Development Authority Governing Council through December 31, 2026; and Avery Barnes, Yoon Kang-O'Higgins, Yolanda L. Spencer, Linda Chavez-Lowry, Diana Garcia, Ricky Graboski, and Megan Kiskaddon to the Seattle Arts Commission, each for terms through December 31, 2027. The Committee also heard an information item on the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections Rental Programs Overview.

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  • February 18, 2026 Meeting Minutes

    Feb 18, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    The City of Hazleton Government Study Commission met on February 18, 2026, at 5:02 PM in City Hall Conference Room A, with six of seven members present (Jeffrey Cusat absent). The Commission approved the February 4, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously and reviewed the Final Draft of the Council Article with PEL Consultants, incorporating recent commissioner decisions. PEL Consultants led discussion on the mayor's section of the Charter to reach consensus on individual items and identify points requiring further deliberation. Public commenter David Dominguez requested clarification on LERTA handling in the charter, and the Commission clarified that LERTA is governed by uniform state law outside the Commission's authority to modify. The meeting adjourned at 6:59 PM, with the next meeting scheduled for March 4, 2026, at 5:00 PM on the 2nd floor of City Hall.

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  • Governance and Utilities Committee — Minutes 2026-02-12

    Feb 12, 2026

    ·Seattle, WA
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    The Seattle Governance and Utilities Committee met on February 12, 2026, and recommended passage of three ordinances. CB 121155 transfers partial jurisdiction of Seattle Public Utilities' Bitter Lake Reservoir property to the Seattle Department of Transportation for street and sidewalk purposes, approved 4–0 by the committee. CB 121160 authorizes Seattle Public Utilities' General Manager and CEO to enter an interlocal agreement with the regional Water Supply Forum to coordinate drinking water supply issues across King, Snohomish, and Pierce counties, approved 3–0. CB 121161 amends Secondary Use Policies for the Cedar River Municipal Watershed to permit limited application of the herbicide imazapyr to treat invasive knotweed species, approved 3–0. The committee also heard a Comcast Franchise Renewal presentation as an information item.

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  • Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee — Minutes 2026-02-03

    Feb 3, 2026

    ·Seattle, WA
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    The Seattle Council's Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee met on February 3, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:34 a.m., with six members present and one excused. The committee voted to confirm Aly Pennucci as Director of the City Budget Office for a term through December 31, 2029, with five members present for the vote. The committee recommended passage of CB 121153, an ordinance establishing a Social Housing Tax and authorizing an interlocal agreement with the Seattle Social Housing Developer to manage implementation, administration, and oversight, with a 4–0 vote in favor.

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  • Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee — Minutes 2026-01-20

    Jan 20, 2026

    ·Seattle, WA
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    The Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee met on January 20, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. in the Seattle City Council Chamber, with five members present and one excused. The committee discussed Council Bill 121153, an ordinance relating to the Social Housing Tax that would authorize the Mayor to enter into an interlocal agreement with the Seattle Social Housing Developer to establish implementation, administration, transfer, reporting, and oversight procedures, including provisions for reimbursement of the City's administrative and implementation costs and outstanding loan balances, and would create the Social Housing Tax Fund. The meeting adjourned at 9:51 a.m.

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  • Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee — Minutes 2025-12-12

    Dec 12, 2025

    ·Seattle, WA
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    The Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee held a meeting on December 12, 2025, at 9:34 a.m., with four members present (Councilmembers Rivera, Rinck, Hollingsworth, and Lin) and one excused (Councilmember Juarez). The Committee unanimously recommended confirmation of eight appointments to various preservation and landmark boards, including Alex Rasmussen to the Pike Place Market Preservation and Development Authority Governing Council (term to June 30, 2029), Ras Peynado to the Pike Place Market Historical Commission (term to December 1, 2028), four appointees to the Pioneer Square Preservation Board with terms ending between March 1, 2026 and March 1, 2028, Joe Krentz to the Ballard Avenue Landmark District Board (term to June 30, 2026), and Matthew D. Zinski to the Landmarks Preservation Board (term to August 14, 2028). All eight appointments passed 4–0 with no opposition.

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  • Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee — Minutes 2025-12-05

    Dec 5, 2025

    ·Seattle, WA
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    The Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee met on December 5, 2025, with Councilmembers Rinck, Lin, and Strauss present, presided over by Councilmember Rinck. The Committee unanimously recommended confirmation of seven appointments and reappointments to cultural and sustainability boards: Fatima Kabba to the Green New Deal Oversight Board (term to April 30, 2028); Stephanie Ellis-Smith, Robert D. Kaplan, Douglas E. Norberg, Rosita I. Romero, Robert Strong, and Raymond Tymas-Jones to the Museum Development Authority Governing Council (terms ranging from July 11, 2027 to July 31, 2028); and Leslie Bain to the Cultural Space Agency Public Development Authority Governing Council (term to December 31, 2027). All appointments passed 4–0 with no opposition.

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  • Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee — Minutes 2025-07-24

    Jul 24, 2025

    ·Seattle, WA
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    The Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee met on July 24, 2025, from 2:02 p.m. to 3:49 p.m., with Councilmember Sara Nelson presiding and five members present. The committee unanimously recommended adoption of Resolution 32174, which establishes public-safety funding priorities in anticipation of a potential one-tenth of one percent local option public safety sales tax authorized by the 2025 State Legislature. The committee also unanimously recommended adoption of Resolution 32173, which adopts updated General Rules and Procedures for the Seattle City Council, superseding Resolution 32096.

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  • Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee — Minutes 2025-07-24

    Jul 24, 2025

    ·Seattle, WA
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    The Seattle Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee met on July 24, 2025, at 9:32 a.m., with four members present (Rivera, Rinck, Hollingsworth, Solomon). The committee unanimously recommended confirmation of seven appointments by a 4–0 vote: three members to the Historic Seattle Preservation and Development Authority Governing Council (Alistair Cerretti, Jonathan Moore, and Raam D. Wong) for terms ending November 30, 2027; and four members to the Pike Place Market Historical Commission (Alex Apostolopoulos, Pfeiffer Bloecker, Olivia Vermaak, and Jonathan Cracolici) for terms ending December 1, 2026 or 2027. All recommendations passed without opposition.

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