In 2017, I sponsored the Fair Chance Housing Ordinance to end discrimination against renters with criminal legal system involvement.
To learn more about why I sponsored this ordinance visit
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I represent Seattle's District 1 (West Seattle and South Park) on the Seattle City Council.
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Kia and Hyundai steering wheel locks to be given away at SPD Precincts:
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The Seattle/King County Clinic is coming, April 27-30, with FREE medical, dental, and vision care for anyone who struggles to get healthcare! We’re proud to be part of this community of care! seattlecenter.org/patients
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COVID-Related food assistance is ending – But in this blog, you’ll find a list of resources that can help put food on your table.
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Council has proclaimed April 2023 to be Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Seattle. I appreciate and for supporting this proclamation and for their efforts to prevent and end sexual violence in our communities.
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I shared why I support the Fair Chance Housing Act. Housing reduces recidivism, half of our nation's children have at least 1 parent with criminal system involvement. When you served your time, or haven't been found guilty, you shouldn't be punished again. bit.ly/3zm2H60
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TODAY: Seattle became the first place in the country to create permanent sick and safe leave for gig workers. The and worked together on the legislation, which the Council passed unanimously.
Read more:
council.seattle.gov/2023/03/28/cou
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¡Cuidado dental, oftalmológico y médico GRATUITO!
Seattle / King County Clinic
27 – 30 de Abril 2023 en el Seattle Center
¡TODOS LOS SERVICIOS SON GRATUITOS!
Más información: seattlecenter.org/patients
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Yesterday, I testified before the Washington State Senate’s Health & Long Term Care committee in support of House Bill 1134, which will strengthen 988 and build a stronger response for folks experiencing a behavioral health crisis.
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Recall of frozen organic strawberries and frozen organic tropical fruit blend linked to at least 5 cases of Hepatitis A in WA residents (2 in King County). The recalled products were sold in WA at Costco, PCC Community Markets, and Trader Joe’s.
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Please consider donating blood! To see where and when you can donate in West Seattle visit: bit.ly/3FvYlNr
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In 2021, 68.9% of gun deaths in Washington were suicides. The requiring of safety training and an extended waiting period as part of the purchase process is proven to make an impact on both the firearm homicide and suicide rates. This policy will save lives 👏
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.@Jim_Brunner @seattletimes has all the deets on #waleg ban on assault weapons and my bill #1143 to require 10-day waiting period & training for all firearm purchases seattletimes.com/seattle-news/p
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Embrace equity. Embrace diversity. Embrace inclusion. Embrace yourself. We want to take this moment to recognize #InternationalWomensDay. How do you #EmbraceEquity in your life?
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Wage equity for human service workers is essential as this will allow for a strong pool of workers willing to take on mission critical work such as operating shelters and affordable housing and caring for children.
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Researchers from UW found that the median annual pay is 37% lower than in non-care industries. Crosscut shared that “Workers are leaving for higher-paying careers in the for-profit sector, including in fast food and retail, and organizations are struggling to hire new workers".
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Council provided funds for a wage equity study, examining the low wages offered to human services workers, and comparing pay levels for human services jobs with jobs in other sectors that require similar levels of responsibility, skill, and experience.
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The Seattle Times recently reported on a study that demonstrates that the law’s repeal did not cause helmet usage to drop. This is excellent news 👏
To find out where you can find free or low-cost bike helmets visit:
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Last year, I voted to repeal a law requiring helmet usage for bicyclists. There was evidence that the law was being used a pretext for law enforcement to stop people, and that those stops were disproportionately borne by people of color and people experiencing homelessness.
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A study published by the Violence & Injury Prevention Unit this month finds bicycle helmet use in King County remains high following the Board of Health repeal of the 30-year-old law last year.
For free and low-cost bike helmets: bit.ly/freelowcosthel
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Want to help shape Seattle’s film industry? The Seattle Film Commission is seeking passionate members to help create a thriving film economy! 🎬
📋 Apply or nominate a colleague by March 12 at seattle.gov/filmandmusic/f
#SeattleFilmCommission
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Great news! More open hours & expanded Sunday schedules are coming this spring thanks to funding from the voter-approved 2019 Library Levy.
Most branches will be open 7 days a week, and branches open 6 days a week will be closed on Mondays.
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Due to the forecasted cold weather, the City plans to host an overnight severe weather shelter for community members experiencing homelessness in City Hall. The shelter is scheduled to be open 2/13-2/16 from 6pm-9am.
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The clinic is not limited to residents of Seattle and King County; there are no qualifying requirements related to income, insurance, housing, or immigration status. The clinic does not ask for identification of any type.
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The highest need is for volunteers on Thursday the 27th, and Sunday the 30th, dental and eye care professionals, interpreters as well as social workers and health insurance navigators.
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The Seattle/King County Clinic will be taking place April 27-30. This event will be a free health clinic at Seattle Center, including dental, vision and medical care. Volunteers are needed!
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Working families are at the heart of our vision for a vibrant #OneSeattle. The new Working Families Tax Credit will put up to $1,200 back into the pockets of Seattle families, providing real resources toward economic security and stability.
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Tyre Nichols was a father, a son, a brother, a beautiful soul with hopes, dreams, and a future.
He should be alive today.
We join his family and community in remembering him as he lived.
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For Mr. Nichols’s family, for Memphis, and for all who question – in the face of such horrific violence – how to have trust in the oversight of those charged with our safety, I call on us all to join the call for a thorough & transparent investigation and to do so peacefully.
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This evening, Memphis Police Department released a video of a traffic stop that ended in a senseless and brutal tragedy. This is only one of many steps towards accountability for grieving Memphis residents.
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Sign up for Alert Seattle today by texting SEATTLE to 67283 or by going to alert.seattle.gov.
To learn more about planning and preparing for emergencies visit: bit.ly/OEM2023
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King Tides are predicted in the mornings of January 23-25. In preparation, is providing temporary flood barriers in locations along the river and in South Park and making large quantities of sandbags available to residents and businesses in the area.
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Recently, elected officials met with community leaders, City departments and the Mayor’s office to learn more about the impacts of recent flooding in South Park. I appreciate how seriously they're taking this, as a long-term solution will require intergovernmental collaboration
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You can help support South Park families affected by recent flooding by donating here: bit.ly/3CaOb30
💛Funds go directly to support families most impacted by the flooding, including khmer and spanish-speaking families, and to assist all with their needs. Anything helps!
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. is coordinating help for people affected by the South Park flooding. Here's what you can do
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We have a helpful one stop resource portal on our City of Seattle's Winter Weather Response website. seattle.gov/winterweather
- View & Report Power Outages
- Report Emergency Street Repairs
- Report Downed Power Lines
- Report Fallen Trees
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The City will be hosting an overnight severe weather shelter in City Hall for community members experiencing homelessness. The overnight shelter is expected to operate daily between the hours of 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. today through Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022.
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❄️ COLD WEATHER SHELTER ❄️ Our Severe Weather Response protocols are active, so as snow moves into the lowlands, there are overnight shelters and daytime warming centers open. Locations & details here:
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We're very concerned about the steep rise in respiratory illnesses in King County. Everyone 6m+ should get a flu shot & people 5+ a COVID booster. Masks protect against all respiratory illnesses & if sick - even if it's mild or you've tested negative for COVID - please stay home!
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Today in The Atlantic: Katherine J. Wu on the surge of pediatric illnesses overwhelming hospitals. Plus: What is the purpose of the American nuclear arsenal?
Read all this and more: on.theatln.tc/wAsD2vA
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