Podcasts about Seattle City Council

Dana Robinson Slote and I originally connected on LinkedIn, where I stumbled upon her work and was immediately excited about some of our similar passions. In getting to know her a bit and learning more about her strengths, I knew she would be a great fit for the show. She loves to talk about things many leaders dread, such as public speaking and managing up. I love a leader who brings simplicity to things that can be overwhelming, if not downright scary. Dana does just that. Dana brings more than two decades of experience in the political arena and the public sector to her work as a communications strategist. In her current role, she's responsible for advocacy communications in the External Affairs division for the country's largest regional children's hospital, serving four states and one million square miles. In prior positions, Dana served as the Director of Media Relations at the University of Washington and as the Director of Communications for the Seattle City Council and the Washington State Senate concurrently. Dana earned a bachelor's degree in communication from Western Washington University and a master's degree in communication and organizational leadership from Gonzaga University.  She's also an affiliate faculty member at UW's Communication Leadership program, a world traveler, and a two-time Ironman triathlete with deep roots in the Pacific Northwest. Listen in to hear Dana share: How her overlap of working in politics, public sector work, media relations, and being a two-time Ironman triathlete brought her to her current leadership role How to find opportunities in moments of massive inconvenience or disappointment How to create “fake stakes” as self-imposed deadlines for discipline and accountability Her belief that all speaking is public speaking and her 3 Ps to make public speaking more approachable How to manage up more effectively by asking strategic questions to open up conversations  Links Mentioned: LI: Dana Robinson Slote, M.A. | LinkedIn Connect with Dana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danarobinsonslote1 [2 Spots Left] Join my Aligned Leadership Incubator: saradean.com/aligned Hire Sara to speak: saradean.com/speaking Coach with Sara: https://saradean.com/executive-coaching-services Connect with Sara on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saradeanspeaks Watch Shameless Leadership episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@saradeanspeaks Thank you to our sponsor, Ironwall. Stop online threats before they become real-world attacks. Visit ironwall.com/SHAMELESS and request a free Risk Assessment to see exactly how exposed your executives are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nextdoor thread erupts over Seattle homeless camps under Mayor Katie Wilson. King County just saw its highest number of overdose deaths in a week since the start of Summer. A judge has ruled in favor of the Trump Administration and given it the go ahead to conduct paint tests on the Eisenhower Building in their efforts to beautify the nation’s capital. A tech CEO asks why Seattle City Council votes are almost always unanimous, even after warnings. // Big Local: The Tacoma Little League World Series team won its first game 2-0. A Kitsap County 15-year-old has received a prosthetic arm courtesy of a high school campaign. // You Pick the Topic: A Pizza Hut with a retro 80s aesthetic has customers flocking to it from hours away.

This week the Seattle City Council banned so-called junk fees for renters. Orcas were spotted in Salmon Bay, looking for a seal snack. And 60 cats were rescued from a boat in Tacoma. Asian Verified creator Michael Wong and Simply Seattle’s Danny Ball are here to break down the week. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rantz Exclusive: Tacoma Democrat arrested in five-car DUI crash one week after winning House primary. The Seattle City Council passed a ban on landlords charging “junk fees,” but all it’s going to do is raise rents. // Washington schools chief Chris Reykdal calls MAGA ‘fascist’ in unhinged Facebook rant defending DSA. // Nick Brown’s former law firm attempted to influence income tax ballot language.

Leftist says she hopes this weekend's Let's Go Washington event gets shot up. ‘Trans refugees' harass and intimidate conservatives at Seattle City Council meeting. Brandi loves trash TV, but new TLC show goes too far. Socialist loses in Wisconsin!

Seattle's full city council is heading to a vote on a $300,000 allocation from the Jumpstart Payroll Tax — the so-called Amazon tax — earmarked for LGBTQIA+ organizations. The pitch: a surge of "trans refugees" fleeing conservative states like Texas has overwhelmed local nonprofits, and the NGOs say they're out of money. Mayor Katie Wilson has gone a step further, floating a state-of-emergency declaration to accompany the ask.Sean breaks down what a "trans emergency" actually looks like in practice — and why the numbers behind it don't hold up. Seattle is already carrying a significant budget deficit, the state is in its own fiscal hole, and not a single verifiable figure has been offered to justify the spend. The "vulnerable population" framing is doing enormous heavy lifting with nothing behind it.The Fox 13 clip gets a full Sean Reynolds reaction: if you can't afford to get yourself to Seattle, a $300K municipal bailout funded by Amazon employees' paychecks probably isn't the answer. This is a money grab dressed up as a humanitarian crisis, and the Seattle City Council is about to vote on it.Subscribe to @reasonablenews for daily conservative commentary on Seattle city hall, Pacific Northwest politics, and the stories the local press won't touch.#NFRP #Seattle #KatieWilsonGO PREMIUM WITH REASONABLE+ FOR UNCENSORED ACCESS

Seattle's full city council is heading to a vote on a $300,000 allocation from the Jumpstart Payroll Tax — the so-called Amazon tax — earmarked for LGBTQIA+ organizations. The pitch: a surge of "trans refugees" fleeing conservative states like Texas has overwhelmed local nonprofits, and the NGOs say they're out of money. Mayor Katie Wilson has gone a step further, floating a state-of-emergency declaration to accompany the ask.Sean breaks down what a "trans emergency" actually looks like in practice — and why the numbers behind it don't hold up. Seattle is already carrying a significant budget deficit, the state is in its own fiscal hole, and not a single verifiable figure has been offered to justify the spend. The "vulnerable population" framing is doing enormous heavy lifting with nothing behind it.The Fox 13 clip gets a full Sean Reynolds reaction: if you can't afford to get yourself to Seattle, a $300K municipal bailout funded by Amazon employees' paychecks probably isn't the answer. This is a money grab dressed up as a humanitarian crisis, and the Seattle City Council is about to vote on it.Subscribe to @reasonablenews for daily conservative commentary on Seattle city hall, Pacific Northwest politics, and the stories the local press won't touch.#NFRP #Seattle #KatieWilsonGO PREMIUM WITH REASONABLE+ FOR UNCENSORED ACCESS

Seattle's full city council is heading to a vote on a $300,000 allocation from the Jumpstart Payroll Tax — the so-called Amazon tax — earmarked for LGBTQIA+ organizations. The pitch: a surge of "trans refugees" fleeing conservative states like Texas has overwhelmed local nonprofits, and the NGOs say they're out of money. Mayor Katie Wilson has gone a step further, floating a state-of-emergency declaration to accompany the ask.Sean breaks down what a "trans emergency" actually looks like in practice — and why the numbers behind it don't hold up. Seattle is already carrying a significant budget deficit, the state is in its own fiscal hole, and not a single verifiable figure has been offered to justify the spend. The "vulnerable population" framing is doing enormous heavy lifting with nothing behind it.The Fox 13 clip gets a full Sean Reynolds reaction: if you can't afford to get yourself to Seattle, a $300K municipal bailout funded by Amazon employees' paychecks probably isn't the answer. This is a money grab dressed up as a humanitarian crisis, and the Seattle City Council is about to vote on it.Subscribe to @reasonablenews for daily conservative commentary on Seattle city hall, Pacific Northwest politics, and the stories the local press won't touch.#NFRP #Seattle #KatieWilsonGO PREMIUM WITH REASONABLE+ FOR UNCENSORED ACCESS

Seattle's public safety policies are facing renewed scrutiny as city leaders demand answers from Mayor Katie Wilson over the fallout from the Bite of Seattle shooting and the departure of former Police Chief Shon Barnes.   Seattle City Council members pressed the mayor's office over the roughly five-hour delay before the initial press conference following the deadly shooting and questioned the lack of information surrounding Barnes' resignation. Mayor Wilson has asked Seattle's Office of Inspector General to conduct a review.   Meanwhile, new scrutiny is surrounding Seattle's Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion, or LEAD, program after a Washington Policy Center analysis challenged some claims about the program's success. LEAD co-creator Lisa Daugaard responds to the criticism and addresses questions about recidivism, employment and the goals of the diversion program.   Also in today's Washington In Focus Daily: the devastating Spokane wildfires have left more than 50 students at one elementary school without their homes just weeks before classes begin, while the Spokesman-Review faces a major newsroom shakeup after its executive editor was placed on administrative leave.   Watch Washington In Focus Daily for the latest on Seattle public safety, Washington politics, Spokane wildfire recovery and government accountability.   #Seattle #SeattleNews #SeattlePolitics #KatieWilson #SeattlePolice #SPD #PublicSafety #LEAD #Crime #WashingtonState #WashingtonNews #WashingtonPolitics #Spokane #SpokaneFires #WashingtonWildfires #CenterSquare #WashingtonInFocus Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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The Seattle City Council is set to approve $300K in funding for trans refugees. Meanwhile, feds step up to help Seattle with police funding. Olympus Spa case could head to SCOTUS.

The Seattle City Council faces a big vote this week to ban so-called "junk fees" for renters--added costs like pet fees or mailbox fees that are tacked on to monthly rent, sometimes without disclosure to the renter. Will the ban help create a more transparent and understandable process for renters, or (as some landlords claim) simply raise rents citywide and make Seattle less affordable?Seattle Channel host Brian Callanan talks with Seattle Mayor's Office Senior Policy Advisor Kerem Levitas for a special episode of Seattle's finest coffee break political podcast. If you like what you're hearing on this show, please support it on Patreon! 

Seattle City Council wants to ban personalized pricing; grocery stores say you could lose your digital coupons // AGREE TO DISAGREE: Judges can now consider the animal's welfare when unmarried couples break up in Illinois. // Snap fraud is less prevalent than other programs. Why is that program targeted? // WORDS TO LIVE BY

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Omari Salisbury, founder of Converge Media, discuss a wild week of Seattle politics, including the forced resignation of SPD Chief Shon Barnes after the Seattle Center shooting, the mounting frustration and pointed questions from City Council members about Mayor Wilson's leadership, and the decisions ahead for a first-time Mayor now put to her biggest test. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman (formerly of the Seattle Times) discuss concerns over the City's communication policy following a deadly shooting at Seattle Center, a look at Mayor Wilson's accomplishments at the six-month mark of her term, a debate finally settled over Seattle's universal school lunch program, and a tight vote on a new environmental appeal policy. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!

Federal authorities are still using Washington license plate data for immigration enforcement, the Seattle City Council is reconsidering free meals for public school students, and environmentalists and construction workers in Washington want reforms to the process of adding power to our grid. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online or on the KUOW App.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Haven’t heard about Seattle’s comprehensive plan recently? Well, the city council is supposed to be working on it, but the process is on hold because of appeals. Just to catch you up: The comprehensive plan is a set of zoning changes that are supposed to be a blueprint for future growth. It’s required by state law. It usually means allowing more housing density. One thing this iteration of the plan would do is change zoning laws to allow for six story buildings in neighborhood centers across the city. The appeals that are currently putting the plan on hold are based on the State Environmental Policy Act or SEPA. City Councilmember Eddie Lin, who chairs the Land Use and Sustainability Committee, said that the current phase of the Comprehensive Plan will be delayed into late 2026 or possibly next year. He’s proposing a change that’s working its way through city council. It would limit these types of appeals. Guest: Seattle City Councilmember Eddie Lin Relevant Links: Seattle Times: This change will let Seattle address climate change, housing shortage KOMO: Residents and activists clash over plan to curb SEPA appeals at Seattle hearing Seattle Times: Seattle’s history shows why zoning appeal process matters Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss the impact of higher police hiring costs on Seattle's supplemental budget, a debate within City Hall over a change to the Families, Education, Preschool and Promise levy, a final vote on the transit measure Seattle voters will face this November, a court decision over a Seattle nude beach that has both sides claiming victory, and City Hall's new interest in Jimothy the raccoon. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!

The Seattle City Council is attempting to provide more clarity to laws on the books to crack down on drug crimes. 100 House Democrats back antisemitic bill by Thomas Massie. // LongForm: GUEST: Let's Go Washington's Brian Heywood reacts after Washington Democrats revealed what their line of attack against the income tax initiative is going to be. // Quick Hit: New documents reveal why Tim Walz pardoned an illegal immigrant child rapist.

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss a proposed change to what some Seattle City Councilmembers call a "failed" public drug use law, a lawsuit facing the King County Regional Homelessness Authority, a controversial idea to change the way the City of Seattle distributes free meals to school kids, the ongoing debate over security cameras near the stadium district, and a new public transit measure heading to your ballot soon. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss Mayor Katie Wilson's proposed ban on so-called "junk fees" for renters, a deal to eliminate affordable housing fees to spur development that's now stalled out, a battle between the Mayor and the Seattle City Council over the size of the transit measure set to go before voters this fall, a City Auditor report showing dozens of recommendations that haven't been acted upon, and a look at the future of the King County Regional Homelessness Authority, too. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!

6pm - The legend of the Founding Father in the Curley Family - Thomas Fitzsimons // John’s follow-up on “Childcare for All” conversation with Hannah Krieg // Seattle City Council to vote today on whether to block Aurora Avenue streets tied to shootings, sex trade // Becca from Aurora shares how the city barricades have been a complete game changer for Aurora residents; “It’s like living on a cul de sac now; it's night and day.  The children can rollerskate now, they can walk to the park!  They’re safe now, it's quiet now, we can sleep at night.  It’s an incredible solution that needs to stay in place forever.” // Trump’s July 4 fireworks to start much later and last much longer than any before it

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss some new, politically risky endorsements from Mayor Katie Wilson, some proposed changes to the way Seattle residents can file environmental appeals on development projects, a plan to fend off "vultures" trying to purchase homes in Seattle, a continuing discussion on the need for design review in construction projects, and a proposal to remove 6 miles of Highway 99 from South Park. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!

Man accused of killing UW student found incompetent to stand trial, Seattle City Council okays street closures to prevent crime, and the NYT crowns the Seattle Dog as the country's best hot dog. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GUEST: Seattle City Council President Joy Hollingsworth on the KCRHA, Aurora & more // More with the Seattle City Council President // WE HEAR YOU! and WORDS TO LIVE BY

Host Bill Radke discusses the week’s news with The Stranger Editor-in-Chief Hannah Murphy Winter, writer, Senior Manager in tech, and former Seattle City Council candidate Heidi Stuber, and former Washington Attorney General Rob McKenna.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nilu Jenks is running for the District 5 Seattle City Council seat, prioritizing affordable housing, reliable public transportation, and climate resilience. As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksandwonks.com. Follow us on Bluesky at @HacksAndWonks. Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Bluesky at @finchfrii and find Nilu Jenks at https://www.neighborsfornilu.org/.

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss how crowds have behaved during World Cup matches in Seattle, Mayor Wilson's new plans for homelessness prevention and cleaning up street disorder at the infamous corner of 12th & Jackson, the Point in Time homeless population count, a damning report on job losses and their connection to Seattle city tax policy, and substantial impending rate hikes from Seattle City Light. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!

The long saga of whether Seattle can or should allow housing to be built near the stadiums in Sodo is ... still going. This wrestling match has to do with a couple blocks to the south of T-Mobile Park. The debate was restarted in 2025, when the Seattle City Council passed a bill from then-Seattle City Council president Sarah Nelson. It allowed residential use in the small strip of land next to the baseball stadium. The idea quickly drew backlash from port workers and truckers who operate in Sodo and Nelson’s bill eventually suffered a double-whammy of being declared illegal by a state board and later being repealed by her former colleagues on the council. So… conversation over, right? Turns out, no… Guest: Ryan Packer, contributing editor at The Urbanist Relevant Links: The Urbanist: Legal Appeal from MLB Stadium Authority Restarts Stadium District Housing Saga The Urbanist: Council Committee Greenlights SoDo Housing Proposal Despite Strong Port Opposition Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Edmonds mayor Mike Rosen is receiving backlash for not flying the Pride flag. The Seattle City Council voted unanimously to impose a one-year moratorium on new AI data centers. // Big Local: Issaquah parents flee Washington after school hid daughter’s secret gender transition. A piece of World War 2-era ordinance was found at a Bremerton home. // You Pick the Topic: A weight loss drug manufacturer’s has plummeted in value due to investors’ trepidations about safety data.

Edmonds mayor Mike Rosen is receiving backlash for not flying the Pride flag. The Seattle City Council voted unanimously to impose a one-year moratorium on new AI data centers. // Guest: Carly Duke with Lavish Roots, a Burien-based catering company that technically laid off 263 workers at Meta offices, but jobs aren’t actually lost. // The reaction to Karmelo Anthony’s conviction is getting more ridiculous by the minute.

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss a novel legal approach from City Attorney Erika Evans to combat gun violence and prostitution on Aurora Avenue North, a budget plan involving the Seattle Fire Department that's apparently been extinguished, a look at what's next following a Seattle City Council data center moratorium, a battle between city and county leaders over a local transportation tax, and a political debate unfolding over a particular flag at the World Cup matches in Seattle. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!

In this special episode we talk to Pete Hanning, Executive Director of the Fremont Chamber of Commerce, about the construction that has taken place over for the past year. We dig into the Route 40 project: what was promised, what went wrong, and how an afternoon getting beers resulted in a major change.Thank you for hosting us Charlie's Queer Books!About guest Pete Hanning - Executive Director, Fremont Chamber of Commerce:Pete has been involved with the Fremont Chamber of Commerce for nearly 20 years, serving in board, president, and executive director roles. He ran the Red Door in Fremont for 20 years and previously ran for Seattle City Council. Learn more at Fremont.comAbout host Rachel Horgan:Rachel is an independent event producer, emcee and entrepreneur. She worked for the Business Journal as their Director of Events interviewing business leaders on stage before launching the weekly seattle podcast. She earned her communication degree from the University of San Diego.Contact:Email: info@theweeklyseattle.comInstagram: @theweeklyseattleWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theweeklyseattle.com

Edmonds mayor Mike Rosen is receiving backlash for not flying the Pride flag. The Seattle City Council voted unanimously to impose a one-year moratorium on new AI data centers. // Democrats are holding their noses as the scandal-laden Graham Platner moves on to the general election in Maine. // Karmelo Anthony has been convicted of murdering Texas high school student Austin Metcalf and a shocking number of people are defending him.

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss the tension between the Seattle City Council and Mayor Wilson over the proper response to gun violence on Aurora Avenue North, the Council's attempt to change a city ordinance that would allow better deployment of its CARE 911 alternative teams, the use of surveillance cameras during the World Cup, a report on police officer hiring and retention that may point to a budget overspend, the huge demand for social housing with its first units opening this week, and new plans to combat fare evasion on local transit. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!

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Seattle City Council votes to ban new data centers for one year, Gov. Ferguson calls for statewide ban on phones in schools, and UW will test GLP-1 medications to treat alcohol addiction. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Bill Radke discusses the week’s news with Seattle Times City Hall reporter David Kroman, Washington Policy Center Communications Director David Boze and former Seattle City Council candidate former Amazon & Microsoft Principal, speaker, Maren CostaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss the Seattle Council's push for an emergency street closure ordinance to deal with gun violence on Aurora Avenue North, fallout from the recent Sound Transit light rail decision, a shakeup in Mayor Wilson's leadership team, a vacancy in city leadership that's rankling some affordable housing providers, and a new transit ballot measure that's double the cost of its predecessor. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss rising concerns over gun violence on Aurora Avenue North, a last-ditch attempt to save the Ballard light rail extension, an in-depth look at why the King County Regional Homelessness Authority has struggled for its six years of existence, an update on World Cup public safety and security, and a call for a state of emergency to protect trans people. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!This episode of Seattle News, Views & Brews is presented by Phillips Law Firm. Injured? Their Seattle personal injury lawyers will fight for what you really deserve. 

Damning Washington state audit finds OSPI school funding software at risk of ‘catastrophic failure.’ Jeff Bezos fires back at AOC’s claim that someone can’t earn a billion dollars. The Seattle City Council has voted to expand shelter space. // LongForm: GUEST: Acting Undersecretary of the Department of Energy Alex Fitzsimmons reacts to Seattle's plans to put a halt on AI data centers. // Quick Hit: Natalie Maines of the Dixie Chicks is sounding off about politics again.

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss the Seattle City Council's passage of a new homelessness measure that caused a shakeup within the Mayor's leadership team, the consideration of establishing a fire district to ease pressure on the city's general fund, a new timeline set for the future of the King County Regional Homelessness Authority, a labor battle brewing for the largest union of city workers, and a new bond measure on the horizon for an aging Seattle Center. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!This episode of Seattle News, Views & Brews is presented by Phillips Law Firm. Injured? Their Seattle personal injury lawyers will fight for what you really deserve. 

URSULA'S TOP STORIES: KC fraud probe could turn criminal // Seattle City Council green lights more shelters, tiny homes // Jeff Bezos believes half of Americans shouldn't pay federal taxes// WE NEED TO TALK. . . Gen Z will never be able to buy homes. . . because they’re buying $28 lunches

A second Democratic member of the Seattle City Council is now publicly raising concerns over comments made by Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson regarding businesses and wealthy residents potentially leaving the city and state over rising taxes and regulations. During an exclusive interview with Center Square Seattle reporter Randy Diamond, Seattle City Councilman Rob Saka said he disagrees with dismissing concerns from employers and higher-income residents who say mounting tax burdens and regulations are driving people out of Seattle and Washington. The comments come amid ongoing debate surrounding: Seattle's economic climate Washington's new income tax Business relocation concerns Corporate layoffs Economic uncertainty in the region TOP STORY: ROB SAKA SPEAKS OUT Councilman Saka said he is personally concerned about the economic consequences of major employers potentially leaving the city. The discussion focused heavily on: Starbucks' presence in Seattle Layoffs involving corporate employees Concerns over job growth The broader business environment in Seattle Saka said: “I personally disagree with the approach.” He added: “I do find it gravely concerning when any major employer picks up its crayons and heads to another play box and takes jobs with it.” Saka emphasized: Businesses, workers, and families should all have a voice Leaders should not “dismiss or trivialize” concerns Seattle should focus on collaborative problem solving SECOND DEMOCRAT TO BREAK RANKS Saka is now the second Seattle Democrat in recent weeks to publicly express concern over the mayor's messaging regarding business and wealth flight. The episode also referenced prior comments from Seattle City Councilman Bob Kettle, who similarly warned against dismissing concerns about: Tax burdens Regulation Economic competitiveness Potential business departures The debate comes as Washington's new millionaire's income tax faces: A repeal initiative effort Constitutional legal challenges Growing criticism from some business leaders PIERCE COUNTY RACE HEADS TO BALLOT AFTER COURT WIN The episode also highlighted a major court ruling involving former Seattle Police Officers Guild President Mike Solan, who successfully challenged an attempt to remove him from the Pierce County Council District 7 ballot. Solan argued: The challenge was politically motivated County officials attempted to block his candidacy He met residency requirements to run A judge ultimately ruled: Pierce County's voter registration requirement created too high a legal barrier Solan's candidacy can proceed The race now heads toward the August primary. INTERSTATE BRIDGE PROJECT COSTS CONTINUE CLIMBING The episode also examined the growing controversy surrounding the Interstate Bridge Replacement project connecting Washington and Oregon across the Columbia River. Officials confirmed: Project costs have jumped dramatically The estimated price tag now ranges from $13.5 billion to $15.2 billion Tolls will begin before the new bridge is completed Critics, including Rep. John Ley, argue: Light rail expansion is unnecessarily inflating costs Current ridership projections do not justify rail construction Bus transit alternatives would be significantly cheaper WHY THIS MATTERS This impacts: Seattle jobs Business retention Taxes Transportation costs Regional economic growth Washington politics Economic competitiveness, taxation, and infrastructure spending are quickly becoming some of the most important political issues in Washington state. WHAT'S NEXT Seattle business climate debate expected to continue Mike Solan's campaign now moves toward the August primary Interstate Bridge tolling and cost debates likely to intensify Washington income tax legal and political battles continue HASHTAGS #Seattle #WashingtonState #Politics #Business #Economy #Taxes #Transportation #BreakingNews #Infrastructure #USNews Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss a troubling report on the Seattle Police Department's crowd control policies, Seattle's World Cup spending, Sound Transit's failure to reach the Ballard neighborhood, a rift in Seattle City Council/Mayor relations, and a new step towards shaping Seattle's AI policy. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!This episode of Seattle News, Views & Brews is presented by Phillips Law Firm. Injured? Their Seattle personal injury lawyers will fight for what you really deserve. 

This week we take a closer look at the escalating tensions between Mayor Katie Wilson's office and the Seattle City Council. What began as a push from the Mayor's Office to approve shelter expansion legislation devolved into a "Game of Thrones meets game of sad trombones" showdown featuring heated confrontations and council reports of mayoral staffers allegedly acting like "dictators" toward a co-equal branch of government. We discuss the accusations and potential fallout.Next, we respond to a listener email asking about Mayor Wilson's efforts to place a moratorium on new data centers. Is the proposal a forward-thinking plan designed to regulate resource-intensive corporations? Or is it more of a "bumper sticker ban" that risks making Seattle irrelevant in the era of AI-driven economic growth? And is AI a good thing or a bad thing or something in between? Send us a text! Note that we can only respond directly to emails realseattlenice@gmail.comThanks to Uncle Ike's pot shop for sponsoring this week's episode! If you want to advertise please contact us at realseattlenice@gmail.comSupport the showYour support on Patreon helps pay for editing, production, live events and the unique, hard-hitting local journalism and commentary you hear weekly on Seattle Nice. 

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss the Seattle City Council's changing position on buffer zones for homeless encampment sites, new moves this week by the King County Council to set deadlines for the Regional Homelessness Authority, a one-time progressive firebrand in a new role at the Seattle Metro Chamber of Commerce, the progression of a "shared streets" ordinance in Seattle, and a moratorium on data centers. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!This episode of Seattle News, Views & Brews is presented by Phillips Law Firm. Injured? Their Seattle personal injury lawyers will fight for what you really deserve. 

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss what's next after calls from multiple elected officials to shut down KCRHA, the King County Regional Homelessness Authority. Brian and David also break down the Seattle City Council's work on expanding city-sanctioned homeless encampment capacity, a new report on the efficacy of Seattle's 2023 drug possession law, a study of Seattle's efforts to raise the minimum wage for app-based delivery drivers, and new data about the pedestrianization of Pike Place Market. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!This episode of Seattle News, Views & Brews is presented by Phillips Law Firm. Injured? Their Seattle personal injury lawyers will fight for what you really deserve. 

Guest host Mike Lewis discusses the week's news with lead singer of The Long Winters, host of the Omnibus, and Roderick on the Line podcasts John Roderick, political and public affairs consultant in Seattle who podcasts at Seattle Nice and Blue City Blues Sandeep Kaushik, and writer, Senior Manager in tech, and former Seattle City Council candidate Heidi Stuber.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Washington lawmakers decide to virtue signal by replacing the term ‘alien’ with ‘noncitizen.’ The Seattle City Council is considering a proposal to add more shelter beds ahead of the World Cup. Guest: Dawn Baker with the Thurston County Realtors Association on Olympia and Thurston County’s energy score mandate. // Big Local: Pierce County is moving forward with a ban on new detention facilities. The Chair of Puyallup’s planning commission claimed she received death threats, but that may have been made up. // You Pick the Topic: How accurate is ChatGPT really?