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How will Seattle’s $230M deficit influence the 2025 city budget?
Some Councilmembers who promised to conduct a full audit are softening their approach. Now the city is trying new processes for the next cycle.
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Seattle City Council rejects affordable-housing development bill
The pilot program proposed by Tammy Morales would’ve offered incentives to develop mixed-use buildings while partnering with community organizations.
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Here’s what’s in the proposed $1.35B Seattle transportation levy
The property tax would pay for road repaving, bridge repair, bike lanes and sidewalks. Advocates say it should do more.
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Seattle Council unanimously approves raises for 10,000 city workers
The vote finalized more than a year of bargaining for new union contracts, including back pay, annual wage increases and other benefits.
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Seattle Councilmember pushes housing, community development pilot
Tammy Morales is proposing the Connected Communities program to incentivize construction of affordable housing and amenities through looser zoning rules.