Sara Nelson
@cmsaranelson.bsky.social
Seattle City Council President for Position 9, Citywide.
Website: seattle.gov/council
View the City's policies at https://seattle.gov/digital
Website: seattle.gov/council
View the City's policies at https://seattle.gov/digital
Happy Humpy Day to all who celebrate! I'm loving how this city is rallying behind the Mariners in the ALCS. Let's Seize the Moment!
October 16, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Happy Humpy Day to all who celebrate! I'm loving how this city is rallying behind the Mariners in the ALCS. Let's Seize the Moment!
Hard to believe I’m five years sober today – never thought I’d make it even one! Everyone’s path to recovery is different which is why I’m so focused on expanding addiction treatment options and services.
September 25, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Hard to believe I’m five years sober today – never thought I’d make it even one! Everyone’s path to recovery is different which is why I’m so focused on expanding addiction treatment options and services.
Little Saigon, I haven't' forgotten you. I stand with community in support and sponsorship of this 15-point plan, and I'll do everything in my power to see that it's implemented.
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September 19, 2025 at 10:44 PM
Little Saigon, I haven't' forgotten you. I stand with community in support and sponsorship of this 15-point plan, and I'll do everything in my power to see that it's implemented.
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September 7th, 2025 is officially "Seahawks 50th Season Day" in Seattle! From the Kingdome to Lumen Field, the Hawks have united the PNW with passion, pride & success on and off the field. I'm thrilled to have presented this proclamation today to Seahawks legend Jim Zorn!
September 2, 2025 at 11:12 PM
September 7th, 2025 is officially "Seahawks 50th Season Day" in Seattle! From the Kingdome to Lumen Field, the Hawks have united the PNW with passion, pride & success on and off the field. I'm thrilled to have presented this proclamation today to Seahawks legend Jim Zorn!
August 17th, 2025 will forever be remembered as Sue Bird Day in Seattle! I was thrilled to join the Seattle Storm in celebrating the most decorated athlete in Seattle sports history, Sue Bird, at the unveiling of her extraordinary statue outside of Climate Pledge Arena.
August 18, 2025 at 5:46 PM
August 17th, 2025 will forever be remembered as Sue Bird Day in Seattle! I was thrilled to join the Seattle Storm in celebrating the most decorated athlete in Seattle sports history, Sue Bird, at the unveiling of her extraordinary statue outside of Climate Pledge Arena.
I had City leaders present on 3 Auditor reports that are a roadmap of what the city ought to be doing to address violence & crime. Public Safety is one of our paramount duties as a city and its Council’s job as the oversight body to make sure the departments are making progress.
August 14, 2025 at 10:59 PM
I had City leaders present on 3 Auditor reports that are a roadmap of what the city ought to be doing to address violence & crime. Public Safety is one of our paramount duties as a city and its Council’s job as the oversight body to make sure the departments are making progress.
Brandie Flood from Evergreen Treatment Services said it best at my committee today, that local governments must step in to protect our most vulnerable when the federal government isn't there. That is why I convened a panel today in support of my resolution.
July 10, 2025 at 11:55 PM
Brandie Flood from Evergreen Treatment Services said it best at my committee today, that local governments must step in to protect our most vulnerable when the federal government isn't there. That is why I convened a panel today in support of my resolution.
A one-sized approach to this issue doesn't work for everyone and we are leaving evidence-based programs unsupported. This progressive public safety initiative gets comprehensive treatment and recovery services on the agenda to address root causes of public disorder and improve long-term outcomes.
July 1, 2025 at 7:28 PM
A one-sized approach to this issue doesn't work for everyone and we are leaving evidence-based programs unsupported. This progressive public safety initiative gets comprehensive treatment and recovery services on the agenda to address root causes of public disorder and improve long-term outcomes.
Seattle may adopt a new 0.1% public safety sales tax, authorized by the Washington State Legislature. A portion of that should be aimed at creating a pathway to recovery for individuals experiencing chronic homelessness and individuals diverted from the criminal legal system.
July 1, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Seattle may adopt a new 0.1% public safety sales tax, authorized by the Washington State Legislature. A portion of that should be aimed at creating a pathway to recovery for individuals experiencing chronic homelessness and individuals diverted from the criminal legal system.
I’m fighting to put treatment at the center of the City’s agenda. Because continuing to defer investment in treatment is not just fiscally irresponsible; it’s a moral failure. That’s why I'm proposing using up to 25% of any public safety sales tax to support treatment and recovery.
July 1, 2025 at 7:28 PM
I’m fighting to put treatment at the center of the City’s agenda. Because continuing to defer investment in treatment is not just fiscally irresponsible; it’s a moral failure. That’s why I'm proposing using up to 25% of any public safety sales tax to support treatment and recovery.
Lots to celebrate so I felt like it was time for a newsletter! Read about the Council's Juneteenth proclamation and community events, in addition to my recap of the peaceful (and massive) protest on Saturday here: mailchi.mp/seattle/nels...
June 18, 2025 at 11:13 PM
Lots to celebrate so I felt like it was time for a newsletter! Read about the Council's Juneteenth proclamation and community events, in addition to my recap of the peaceful (and massive) protest on Saturday here: mailchi.mp/seattle/nels...
Now more than ever, we must rally around our diverse Seattle communities. I strongly encourage all Seattleites to peacefully make their voices heard. It’s important we collectively exercise our constitutional rights during these unprecedented times. council.seattle.gov/2025/06/13/s...
June 13, 2025 at 11:57 PM
Now more than ever, we must rally around our diverse Seattle communities. I strongly encourage all Seattleites to peacefully make their voices heard. It’s important we collectively exercise our constitutional rights during these unprecedented times. council.seattle.gov/2025/06/13/s...
Pioneer Square is coming back!
I had a chance to tour Populus Seattle, a gorgeous new independently owned hotel with a stunning rooftop bar.
It's taken a lot of work, but thanks to new investments like this, and plans for the Stadium Housing District, it's only going to get better!
I had a chance to tour Populus Seattle, a gorgeous new independently owned hotel with a stunning rooftop bar.
It's taken a lot of work, but thanks to new investments like this, and plans for the Stadium Housing District, it's only going to get better!
June 6, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Pioneer Square is coming back!
I had a chance to tour Populus Seattle, a gorgeous new independently owned hotel with a stunning rooftop bar.
It's taken a lot of work, but thanks to new investments like this, and plans for the Stadium Housing District, it's only going to get better!
I had a chance to tour Populus Seattle, a gorgeous new independently owned hotel with a stunning rooftop bar.
It's taken a lot of work, but thanks to new investments like this, and plans for the Stadium Housing District, it's only going to get better!
I had the great privilege of attending Habitat for Humanity of Seattle-KC's #BeyondtheBuild2025 today, where I got to chat with CEO Brett D’Antonio and @ltgovdennyheck.bsky.social about the urgent need for more affordable housing in Seattle. Habitat is one of the best housing providers in our city.
June 5, 2025 at 11:06 PM
I had the great privilege of attending Habitat for Humanity of Seattle-KC's #BeyondtheBuild2025 today, where I got to chat with CEO Brett D’Antonio and @ltgovdennyheck.bsky.social about the urgent need for more affordable housing in Seattle. Habitat is one of the best housing providers in our city.
This is an exciting milestone! These interactive kiosks will be a tremendous asset for Seattle, providing essential wayfinding and transit information while supporting our local businesses and generating resources for community programs. 1/2
June 4, 2025 at 5:30 PM
This is an exciting milestone! These interactive kiosks will be a tremendous asset for Seattle, providing essential wayfinding and transit information while supporting our local businesses and generating resources for community programs. 1/2
Congratulations to the Space Needle on the opening of the Skyliner, their brand-new double-decker glass elevator!
It is always a pleasure to see our beautiful city from the top of this iconic landmark.
It is always a pleasure to see our beautiful city from the top of this iconic landmark.
May 23, 2025 at 10:56 PM
Congratulations to the Space Needle on the opening of the Skyliner, their brand-new double-decker glass elevator!
It is always a pleasure to see our beautiful city from the top of this iconic landmark.
It is always a pleasure to see our beautiful city from the top of this iconic landmark.
Thank you to SDOT, @downtownseattle.bsky.social, Visit Seattle, members of the BIAs, and other supporters for joining us in committee today as we advance a bill to allow interactive kiosks in Downtown and our BIAs. 1/2
May 23, 2025 at 12:39 AM
Thank you to SDOT, @downtownseattle.bsky.social, Visit Seattle, members of the BIAs, and other supporters for joining us in committee today as we advance a bill to allow interactive kiosks in Downtown and our BIAs. 1/2
Being first in the nation to provide musician only parking zones in front of select nightlife venues is how we keep Seattle a Must-Play City!
Thank you to the music and nightlife community for your advocacy, it's our job as policy leaders to listen!
Thank you to the music and nightlife community for your advocacy, it's our job as policy leaders to listen!
May 20, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Being first in the nation to provide musician only parking zones in front of select nightlife venues is how we keep Seattle a Must-Play City!
Thank you to the music and nightlife community for your advocacy, it's our job as policy leaders to listen!
Thank you to the music and nightlife community for your advocacy, it's our job as policy leaders to listen!
On #InternationalWorkersDay, as we watch Trump gut our labor protections and harm businesses with tariffs, labor and businesses are joining forces in Seattle. The Office of Labor Standards is providing outreach to help employers understand our labor regulations and support their workers.
May 1, 2025 at 6:54 PM
On #InternationalWorkersDay, as we watch Trump gut our labor protections and harm businesses with tariffs, labor and businesses are joining forces in Seattle. The Office of Labor Standards is providing outreach to help employers understand our labor regulations and support their workers.
welcome our new recruits, thank our existing officers for their dedicated service, and look forward to monitoring progress as we strive to rebuild a department that reflects Seattle’s values while improving public safety. 2/2
April 29, 2025 at 4:55 PM
welcome our new recruits, thank our existing officers for their dedicated service, and look forward to monitoring progress as we strive to rebuild a department that reflects Seattle’s values while improving public safety. 2/2
The positive trends we’re seeing today are the result of an all-hands-on-deck effort over the past three years to build back Seattle Police staffing levels. 1/2
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April 29, 2025 at 4:55 PM
The positive trends we’re seeing today are the result of an all-hands-on-deck effort over the past three years to build back Seattle Police staffing levels. 1/2
harrell.seattle.gov/2025/04/28/m...
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