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Seattle Redistricting Commission seeks feedback on proposed changes to Seattle City Council district boundaries

October 26, 2022

The Seattle Redistricting Commission continues its process of examining how to redraw the boundaries of Seattle’s seven City Council Districts and is inviting community members to offer feedback on four distinct maps. Members of the public can review and provide input on the maps at https://www.seattle.gov/redistricting/how-to-participate. During the regularly scheduled Seattle Redistricting… [ Keep reading ]

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Duwamish River community projects to receive $244,000 in funding from the City of Seattle

October 24, 2022

The City of Seattle announced grants for seven community-driven projects serving neighborhoods along the Duwamish River. As part of the Duwamish River Opportunity Fund, these projects will help to increase the sustainability of the neighborhoods impacted by the Superfund clean-up. The projects will begin this year and will continue into… [ Keep reading ]

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International Special Review District Board announces candidates for annual election

October 21, 2022

国际特别审查区董事会宣布年度选举候选人 Hội Đồng Xét Duyệt Đặc Biệt Khu Phố Quốc Tế (International Special Review District) thông báo các ứng cử viên cho cuộc bầu cử hằng năm The International Special Review District (ISRD) Board is hosting its annual election of board members. The election will be held by mail-in ballot… [ Keep reading ]

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Seattle Redistricting Commission seeks feedback on newly amended draft map of City Council Districts 

October 20, 2022

The Seattle Redistricting Commission is in the process of redrawing the boundaries of Seattle’s seven City Council Districts. During the regularly scheduled Redistricting Commission meeting on October 18, 2022, the commissioners voted to amend the draft map. The most recently amended draft map: No longer includes Fremont in District 7… [ Keep reading ]

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Public is invited to comment on zoning modifications at Alki Elementary School

September 8, 2022

Updated October 20, 2022 The public is invited to share its feedback regarding the development plans for Alki Elementary School located at 3010 59th Ave SW., Seattle, WA 98116. The public comment period has been extended to November 4, 2022. The Seattle School District is requesting the following modifications (also… [ Keep reading ]

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City of Seattle’s Food Equity Fund invests $2.8 million in 22 community-initiated projects

August 17, 2022

The City of Seattle has awarded $2,800,000 to support community-led projects through the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods’ (DON) Food Equity Fund. Twenty-two community groups will receive awards ranging from $75,000 to $150,000 to advance projects that increase equitable access and opportunities to grow, learn about, and/or eat healthy, affordable, and… [ Keep reading ]

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Public is invited to comment on zoning modifications at Montlake Elementary School

August 8, 2022

The public is invited to share its feedback regarding the development plans for Montlake Elementary School located at 2405 22nd Ave E., Seattle, WA 98112. The Seattle School District is requesting modifications (also known as “departures”) from several City zoning regulations for: Increased lot coverage. Greater than allowed building height…. [ Keep reading ]

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Seattle City Council and Mayor Harrell announce appointees to the newly formed Indigenous Advisory Council

August 2, 2022

Today, the Seattle City Council confirmed the appointment of nine members to the City’s new Indigenous Advisory Council (IAC). Established by legislation, the IAC includes representation from the area’s diverse Indigenous communities and establishes a critical step forward in strengthening the City of Seattle’s relationship with American Indian, Alaska Native,… [ Keep reading ]

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Mayor Bruce Harrell Appoints Greg Wong Deputy Mayor of External Relations

August 1, 2022

Originally published on the Office of the Mayor blog. Mayor Bruce Harrell today announced that Greg Wong will serve as Seattle’s Deputy Mayor of External Relations. Wong joins the Mayor’s Office from the Department of Neighborhoods (DON) where he has served as Interim Director since Mayor Harrell appointed him to… [ Keep reading ]

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Get funding for your community projects through the Neighborhood Matching Fund

July 12, 2022

Learn about funding opportunities at upcoming virtual workshops Seattle Department of Neighborhoods has opened applications for the second round of our 2022 Neighborhood Matching Fund Community Partnership Fund and will host three virtual workshops for those interested in applying. The Neighborhood Matching Fund consists of two funds – the Community… [ Keep reading ]

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