The Queen Anne Pool in Seattle, now a Historic Landmark, is connected to Benjamin McAdoo, Washington's first licensed Black architect, reflecting his fight against racial segregation and his efforts to create inclusive public spaces.

Seattle Public Utilities has launched a new Customer Review Panel with diverse members to advise on utility rates, conservation, and environmental policies.

Seattle Home Fairs, hosted by the SDCI, offer community guidance on home improvements and regulations, including information on permits, inspections, and rental laws.

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell proposes new legislation to increase ADU production, streamline permitting, and ease construction costs to improve housing diversity and affordability.

Interim Fire Marshal Donna Goddard has lifted the burn ban for recreational fires in Clark County effective Sept. 17 but maintains the ban on other outdoor fires until Sept. 30, subject to weather conditions.

Bellevue seeks input on its draft plan for Community Development Block Grant allocation, with a public review period until October 17 and a hearing on October 21.

Seattle Public Schools invites the community to discuss a proposed synthetic turf field at Lincoln High School, potentially located at Wallingford Playfield, amid Memorial Stadium renovations.

Seattle Parks and Recreation, along with SDOT, are making safety and access improvements to Lake Washington Boulevard with community input and funding from a TIB grant.

The Kirkland City Council meeting on September 17, 2024, will be hybrid, featuring multiple agenda items and public hearings. It will be accessible online and in-person, with public participation encouraged.

Seattle Parks and Recreation is seeking community feedback on Firehouse Mini Park's renovation, with a meeting on September 21 to discuss play area designs.

The Pierce County Department of Emergency Management will offer an open house with demonstrations and education on emergency response on September 28.

The Bellevue City Council discussed the city's Comprehensive Plan update for managing growth and development over the next 20 years and decided to hold an additional session for public input on September 24.

Bellevue extends its city hall food truck initiative through October, showcasing 11 diverse food trucks every Tuesday and Thursday to foster community and support local vendors.