Seattle City Council has unanimously approved new labor contracts that will increase the salaries of approximately 7,000 city workers, as signed into law by Mayor Bruce Harrell.

Bellevue seeks community input for selecting a new city manager, encouraging residents to complete a survey on desired candidate qualities by April 21.

Seattle is considering a transportation levy to improve infrastructure, with Councilmember Rob Saka leading the charge in the City Council after experiencing road work challenges firsthand. Voters will decide on the proposal in November.

The Kirkland City Council discussed new initiatives, environmental concerns, and social awareness in their April 2nd meeting, detailed in a city recap.

The Bellevue City Council seeks volunteers for various boards and commissions. Applicants must be residents and can apply by April 22 for a four-year term. Positions impact arts, library services, and transportation planning.

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell signed new labor contracts with over 7,000 city employees to enhance service delivery and improve wages, benefits, and conditions.

The proposed Seattle police contract offers a 23% raise without significant accountability changes, covering 2021-2023, with hopes for future reforms.

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell proposes a $1.35 billion transportation levy aimed at improving infrastructure, and invites public feedback until April 26.

Alaska Pacific University, in partnership with Seattle U, is hosting Alaska's first law program, featuring a hybrid JD-MBA starting this fall, fostering local talent and blending virtual and in-person learning.

Ex-Tacoma officer Chris Burbank resigned from the Thurston County Sheriff's Office due to community backlash and threats after his hiring and acquittal over Manuel Ellis's 2020 death.

The Seattle City Council unanimously approved pay raises for around 10,000 city workers, ending over a year of negotiations. The raises include a 5% increase for 2023 and 4% for 2024, plus future adjustments aligned with the Consumer Price Index.

Bellevue City Council meetings are moving from Mondays to Tuesdays at 6 p.m., with options for virtual attendance, to allow more time for agenda review. Other city body meetings will also be rescheduled accordingly.

Gov. Jay Inslee appoints David Schumacher to the University of Washington Board of Regents, filling Jeremy Jaech’s vacated position effective immediately.