TONIGHT we must:
- Lift the ineffective curfew
- STOP using military grade weapons against our residents
- STOP meeting peaceful protests with aggressive and violent behavior 1/5
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Councilmember Dan Strauss represents Seattle's District 6, Northwest Seattle. For official communications, reach Strauss and staff at dan.strauss@seattle.gov.
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1/3 If I wasn’t clear yesterday - I am in 100% agreement w/ , we need to:
- Transfer 911 dispatch to being civilian led
- Create a road map for changes to be successful
- Scale up community-led organizations
- Invest in housing for all
- Define how 50% cuts occur
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Today we share our plan to defund SPD by 50%.
Our 4-point proposal for reinvestment:
1- replace current 911 operations w/ a civilian-controlled system
2- scale up community-led solutions
3- fund a community created roadmap to life without policing
4- invest in housing for all
I’m on my way.
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#URGENT - Urging all Seattle, King County, and WA elected officials to come to the Western Barricade and lead the way to peace between protesters and police and I urge everyone to tell @MayorJenny and @carmenbest @kcexec @GovInslee to #CalmItDown
Defunding the police means increasing public safety. Do we need a police officer with a gun responding to traffic stops, mental health calls, and non-criminal calls? No. Do we need a fast 911 response and the appropriate first responder equipped for success? Absolutely yes.
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5/5 WHITE SILENCE IS VIOLENCE. I will use my voice and my power to make lasting change - NOW. We must center community in policy making and we must de-militarize our police force. #BlackLivesMatter 5/5
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3/3 Don’t let up on us, as your elected officials. These are still just words until actions are taken.
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2/5 We must LISTEN to our Black community, we must BELIEVE our Black community, and we must CENTER them in policy making for lasting change to be effective. 2/5
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4/5 I will continue supporting the offices of Office of Police Accountability, Office of Inspector General, our Community Police Commission and I will not fund the militarization - at any level - of our police force. 4/5
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3/5 We need to fund community based programs and focus on de-escalation in the face of justified tension. 3/5
I was thrilled that in light of our legislation SDCI allowed Greenwood’s Yonder Cider to reopen their garage grab-and-go storefront last week. I joined Yonder at their reopening on Saturday and was pleased to see so many neighbors out supporting this fantastic small business.
It is clear to me that we as a city, state, and nation are out of line with our moral compass.
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2/3 Success to me is when you call 911:
- There is always a fast response, 24/7
- The appropriate first responder arrives quickly with the resources they need to be successful
I’m on my way.
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30 years from now we are going to look back and question why we did not do more to stop the violent response to nonviolent protest, why we used militarized responses on our own residents, and why we did not meet the basic request of the black community to stop killing us.
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It's a false narrative to say that scaling up community-based programs will not and cannot work because they are not ready to step in today. The worst thing we can do is give organizations the responsibility of responding without the time they need to scale up and be successful.
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Here is my full statement from Council Briefing on Monday.
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., CM Pedersen and I announce free sidewalk & curb space permits to help small biz reopen - Sidewalk cafes are an example of responsive government. This idea came straight from the small biz community that they felt would aid in their recovery.
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Yonder Cider is one of many businesses working to survive during this pandemic. Bringing Business Home will offer small businesses some flexibility in navigating a path forward.
Today we passed Bringing Business Home! Many of our most successful businesses were born out of garages. We need to support entrepreneurs, providing them the flexibility to operate out of their garages and grow into vacant storefronts.
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I am introducing the Bringing Business Home bill to create flexibility for small businesses during the pandemic. Bringing Business Home recognizes that small businesses have been nimble and creative in adapting to challenging circumstances, but City regulations have not kept up.
Happy Syttende Mai! The 17th of May celebration is happening in Ballard today and people are already setting up chairs on 24th for the parade starting at 6pm. I’ll be walking in the parade this evening and if you see me, don’t hesitate to say hello.
Hipp Hipp Hurra!
Excited to announce our District 6 town hall! Please RSVP to watch and send your questions.
seattle.gov/council/meet-t
I am introducing the Bringing Business Home bill to create flexibility for small businesses during the pandemic. Bringing Business Home recognizes that small businesses have been nimble and creative in adapting to challenging circumstances, but City regulations have not kept up.
Throughout this week I will be releasing videos answering your questions from the town hall. Here are the first two!
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The City of Seattle proclaims today #InternationalClashDay
Listen to my message on which has been a constant source of comfort & inspiration during this challenging year when so many issues the Clash sang and advocated for were brought to the forefront of our minds.
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Welcome! I am honored to have the opportunity to represent our community as your District 6 City Councilmember.
For official communications with me and my office, please contact us at dan.strauss@seattle.gov or call 206-684-8806.
Here are my District 6 updates from council briefing this morning! Don't forget to RSVP for the town hall tomorrow! seattle.gov/council/meet-t
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Sidewalk cafes are a creative public health strategy, a necessary step to help our businesses survive the economic impacts of COVID-19, and an example of how we can better utilize our existing pedestrian spaces.
Many of you will be venturing outside this weekend to enjoy the sunshine, Ballard Farmers Market & #StayHealthyStreets. Before heading out, learn more from and about how to support safe social distancing while outside. sdotblog.seattle.gov/2020/05/01/get
My Bringing Business Home small businesses flexibility bill will be in the Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee this Wednesday morning. #BringingBusinessHome #Seattle
Yesterday we passed legislation I sponsored to adopt the most forward-thinking energy code in the country. Prohibiting the use of fossil fuels for heating in new multifamily/commercial buildings will eliminate most carbon emissions from new construction.
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Following Wednesday’s committee vote, we expect Bringing Business Home to be voted on by the City Council on Monday, March 15th. Business owners will be able to utilize the new rules starting in mid-April.
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It is these new businesses that will be filling in currently vacant store fronts once we emerge from the pandemic. Right now, supporting small businesses is what matters, not obsolete land use codes.
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Some of the most successful businesses and entrepreneurs got their start in garages. This proposal would allow small businesses to operate more easily out of a home by modifying some of the most restrictive requirements for home-based businesses to create a level playing field.
I stand in solidarity with members of the API community in opposing hateful acts which traumatize and alienate our friends, neighbors, small business owners, and colleagues in this City. Read my full statement here:
I look forward to seeing you at my District 6 Town Hall starting tomorrow at 5PM! Please RSVP to submit questions in advance.
seattle.gov/council/strauss
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Thank you to Council President for partnering with me on this important effort. You can learn more here:
You’re invited to my Town Hall this Wednesday, June 2nd, from 5:30 – 7:00 pm. We'll discuss how we’re using American Rescue Plan Act funding, building permanent housing throughout D6 and the city, as well as how we’re addressing homelessness. Please RSVP: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI
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My bill will make it easier for small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic by providing flexibility from strict home occupancy regulations, allowing entrepreneurs to use their garage and homes to turn dreams into businesses and spring board our recovery.
Throughout the pandemic, my office has been providing extensive small businesses help, and I’m hopeful this will be another tool in our toolkit to ensure small businesses can successfully & safely reopen. I’m proud to work with the Mayor & to sponsor this legislation.
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Amazing to have @CMDanStrauss in the @kexp studio to share the #InternationalClashDay proclamation, talk about hope and solutions for the #ClimateCrisis and to introduce the #FridaySong
Last week, I joined Councilmembers Alex Pedersen and for 's City Inside/Out. We talked about our new committee assignments, protecting #Seattle #tree canopy, and homelessness. Watch: seattlechannel.org/CouncilEdition
Volunteer to pick up litter in your neighborhood through Seattle Public Utilities’ (SPU) Adopt a Street program, and SPU will provide trash pick-up, bags, and pickers to use. This is a great way to help keep Seattle clean. bit.ly/3Ef2T8P
On Monday I took the Oath of Office. I was honored to have Nestor Tamayao, retired King County Superior Court Deputy Clerk, administer the oath. He is an inspiring public servant and someone I’m proud to call a mentor & friend. Watch the Council video: seattlechannel.org/videos?videoid
I know there are many great legacy businesses in District 6 and we want to celebrate them! is asking YOU to nominate a business open for 10+ years to its legacy business program. Nominations are open now through Feb. 14! seattle.gov/oed/legacybusi #SeaLegacyBiz
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We still have a long way to go towards confronting the climate crisis and ensuring a just transition that protects family-wage jobs and apprenticeships – yesterday’s action was a bold step in the right direction.
For updates on the #coronavirus follow . Also sign up for - the 's emergency notification system. More info a alert.seattle.gov.
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You may be able to reduce the risk of spread of #coronavirus by taking the same steps as you would to prevent infection from the flu and the common cold:
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