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Reconnecting to the Land: Indigenous Knowledge Systems Help Shape City of Seattle’s Native Plant Policy

For Coast Salish peoples, plants are more than resources: they are relatives, teachers, and the foundation of life. Since time immemorial, native plants like camas, chocolate lily, Garry oak, and Western red cedar have nourished bodies, healed communities, and built homes and canoes. What some may see today as untamed… [ Keep reading ]

Mayor Harrell seeks member for Ballard Avenue Landmark District Board, Architect representative

Mayor Bruce Harrell seeks a new member to serve on the Ballard Avenue Landmark District Board in the Architect position. The Ballard Avenue Landmark District Board reviews and makes recommendations to the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods Director regarding proposed changes within the Landmark District such as signage, awnings, landscaping, window… [ Keep reading ]

International Special Review District Board holds annual member election

The International Special Review District (ISRD) Board is holding its annual Board member election in November. Community members who live, work or own property or a business in the boundaries of the historic district are eligible to register and vote in the community election and potentially serve on the ISRD Board! Contact… [ Keep reading ]

Calling Indigenous Leaders: Help Shape Seattle’s Future

Indigenous Advisory Council Accepting Applications for Open Position The City of Seattle is calling on community leaders to come forward and apply for an open seat on the Indigenous Advisory Council, a nine-member commission that ensures Native voices help guide the future of our city. If you are passionate about strengthening… [ Keep reading ]

A Look at the Youth Climate Assembly with Seattle Youth Commissioner Lila Fu

The Seattle Youth Commission (SYC) is a group of 15 Seattle teens from all over the city who are appointed by the Mayor and City Council to connect youth to local elected officials, advise on City policies, and discuss issues that youth in Seattle are facing. Working with the Seattle… [ Keep reading ]

City of Seattle seeks teens age 13-19 to serve on the Seattle Youth Commission

The City of Seattle is accepting applications to fill a vacancy on the Seattle Youth Commission (SYC), a group of 15 Seattle teens aged 13-19 who live or go to school in Seattle. Commissioners are appointed by the Mayor and City Council to connect youth to local elected officials, advise on… [ Keep reading ]

Ballard Avenue Landmark District announces results of annual election   

The annual election for the Ballard Avenue Landmark District Board was held by mail with a ballot deadline of June 10, 2025. Three positions were up for election. The results are as follows: •           John Cashman won Position #2 for Property Owner •           Philipp Koman won Position #3 for Resident … [ Keep reading ]

City of Seattle Seeks Members for Community Involvement Commission

The Seattle Department of Neighborhoods is currently recruiting to fill vacancies on the Community Involvement Commission (CIC). The Community Involvement Commission advises the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods and other City departments on coordinated, citywide outreach and engagement activities. The Commission is dedicated to holding the City accountable for increasing participation and engagement –… [ Keep reading ]

Indigenous Advisory Council accepting applications for youth position

Seeking Indigenous youth aged 18-29 for open council position. The City of Seattle is now accepting applications for the youth position on the Indigenous Advisory Council, a nine-member commission representing the Seattle region’s Indigenous communities. The deadline to apply is June 12, 2025. All members shall demonstrate a commitment to advancing Indigenous knowledge, values,… [ Keep reading ]

Mayor Harrell seeks new member for the Pioneer Square Preservation Board

Mayor Bruce Harrell invites community members to apply for open positions on the Pioneer Square Preservation Board. Open positions include a Property Owner position, and the At-Large position, Retail Owner position and an Attorney position and Human Services position. Individuals who have an interest in historic preservation and/or familiarity with… [ Keep reading ]