Seattle's minimum wage will increase to $20.76 in 2025, affecting businesses of all sizes. The hike reflects cost-of-living changes, and tips or medical benefits can no longer count towards minimum wage calculations for small businesses.

Seattle's minimum wage is set to increase as Mayor Harrell supports the hike, aiming to balance worker benefits and small business interests, especially as the tip credit for small businesses expires.

Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission seeks public input on revisions to the Coastal Dungeness Crab Policy by October 15 to address conservation and fisheries management.

Seattle's Procurement Transformation project, funded by Bloomberg Philanthropies and supported by the Harvard Kennedy School, has made municipal contracting more accessible, especially for BIPOC-owned firms.

Clark County Board of Health extends the application deadline for a seat on the Public Health Advisory Council to boost educational sector representation.

Seattle's OLS is seeking proposals for a project to educate employers about domestic worker labor laws, allocating $60,000 for a six-month initiative.

The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission discussed natural resource policies, engaged with public input, and approved new rules in meetings from Sept. 26-28, including wildlife management and partnership agreements.

Kirkland's new initiative partners with OMWBE to offer certification workshops for minority and women business owners to help them secure public sector work.

The Seattle Police Department is disbanding its historic Mounted Patrol Unit due to resource allocation and staffing issues, seeking a compassionate transition for the horses.

Seattle City Light distributed $18.7 million in credits to over 93,000 low-income residents to help with electricity bills as part of a commitment to equitable clean energy.

Washington's Department of Fish and Wildlife is implementing a new drone surveillance strategy to monitor seal and sea lion populations for conservation purposes.

The WDFW announced the opening of the recreational crab fishing season in several Puget Sound areas starting Oct. 1, with specific regulations and requirements for participants.

Kirkland City Council's upcoming meeting on October 1 will cover topics ranging from business licensing to transportation and a corporate merger opposition. Public engagement is invited.