The City of Seattle has been honored with the prestigious All-America City Award by the National Civic League. This recognition celebrates Seattle’s work to actively engage residents in the pursuit of environmental goals. Earlier this year, communities from across the country submitted written applications showcasing their efforts to bring people… [ Keep reading ]
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 ]
Do you want to learn more about proposed changes in your neighborhood? Community members are invited to a public meeting to discuss the development plans for Aki Kurose Middle School located at 3928 S. Graham St., Seattle, WA 98118. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 15, at 6… [ Keep reading ]
Finding the right person to talk to in city government can be difficult. We are here to help you, and we are making it easier for you to talk to someone at the City of Seattle. From July to December, a staff member from the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods will… [ Keep reading ]
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 ]
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 ]
Have you ever been curious how our community will respond if a major disaster occurs? Imagine a power-grid failure leaving the Pacific Northwest without electricity — how about during World Cup? Volunteer workers of the Seattle Emergency Hubs will test their crisis-response skills under just those conditions in activation drills… [ Keep reading ]
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 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 ]
The Ballard Avenue Landmark District (BLD) Board is holding its annual election of board members. Community members who are registered for this election will receive a ballot and self-addressed stamped envelope by mail. Physical ballots must be received by the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods by Tuesday, June 10, 2025. Voters… [ Keep reading ]
