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politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Seattle City Council Appoints Tanya Woo to Fill Vacant Seat"

Tanya Woo, a small business owner and activist in the Chinatown-International District, has been chosen to fill the vacant seat on the Seattle City Council until the next election in November. Her selection has sparked controversy, with some criticizing the influence of big business in the decision-making process. Woo, who has a focus on public safety, aims to bring collaboration and unity to the council. The move reflects a broader political shift in Seattle, with a supermajority of centrist candidates winning in the last election.

via KUOW News and Information|

#community-activism #political-controversy #politics

automotive2 years ago•1 min saved

"Seattle Councilmember Pushes for Federal Recall of Theft-Prone Kias and Hyundais"

The Seattle City Council is set to vote on a resolution proposed by councilmember Lisa Herbold, calling for the recall of certain Kia and Hyundai vehicle models due to a lack of anti-theft technology. The resolution aims to force manufacturers to install "industry standard" immobilizer technology in the vehicles. The proposal comes in response to a significant increase in thefts of Kias and Hyundais in Seattle, with reports showing a 363% increase in stolen Kias and a 503% increase in stolen Hyundais from 2021 to 2022. If passed, Seattle will join other cities in urging a recall of these vehicles.

via KOMO News|

#anti-theft-technology #automotive #hyundais

politics2 years ago•6 min saved

Silent Seattle City Council candidate raises eyebrows

Tammy Morales, an incumbent candidate for the Seattle City Council, has declined multiple opportunities to discuss her candidacy and policy issues in her district. While other candidates eagerly participated in interviews, Morales did not respond to multiple emails and phone calls. Critics have pointed out her limited availability and lack of engagement with important issues in her district, such as crime and homelessness. Morales has been known for using press releases and social media to address topics like policing, but has avoided in-person discussions. Her opponent, Tanya Woo, has received more support from district donors and Morales' campaign is operating at a deficit. Despite her limited engagement, Morales won the primary by a significant margin and has participated in smaller debates and short interviews with new reporters.

via KOMO News|

#campaign #election #media-coverage

urban-development2 years ago•7 min saved

Seattle City Council Officially Backs I-5 Lid Project

The Seattle City Council has passed a resolution supporting the development of freeway lids in the city, marking a significant step in reconnecting neighborhoods divided by freeways. The resolution aligns with the federal government's increased investment in mitigating negative impacts of freeways through the Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods Grant Program. The resolution was sponsored by Councilmember Andrew Lewis and supported by Councilmembers Dan Strauss and Lisa Herbold, while Councilmembers Debora Juarez, Kshama Sawant, Teresa Mosqueda were absent, and Councilmembers Alex Pedersen and Sara Nelson abstained. The resolution builds on a 2022 decision to adopt amendments supporting freeway lids in Seattle's Comprehensive Plan. The Lid I-5 campaign, which advocates for lidding I-5, is gaining momentum and seeking funding through the Reconnecting Communities grant program.

via The Urbanist|

#freeway-lids #lid-i-5 #reconnecting-communities