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Council Briefing (Mar 16, 2026) — Executive-proposed shelter-unit legislation overview; March 9 minutes approved

SeattleMar 16, 20262 min read

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Seattle City Council Briefing held March 16, 2026 at 2:00 PM in Council Chamber, City Hall. Meeting started at 2:02 p.m. and adjourned at 3:36 p.m. Council President Pro Tem Rob Saka presided. Six members present; three excused. The March 9, 2026 briefing minutes were approved. An Information Item (Inf 2859) presenting an overview of Executive-proposed legislation to advance opening new shelter units in Seattle was heard (presenters listed on the agenda: Kate Brunette Kreuzer, Nicole Vallestero-Soper, Jon Grant, Alison Holcomb, Mayor's Office; Aly Pennucci, Central Budget Office). The City Council agenda preview (Inf 2819) and signing of letters and proclamations were also heard.

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Approved the March 9, 2026 Council Briefing minutes (Inf 2818).
Heard Inf 2859: Overview of Executive-Proposed Legislation to Advance the Opening of New Shelter Units in Seattle.
Heard Inf 2819: City Council Agenda (2026) preview.
Conducted signing of letters and proclamations (no details provided in minutes).

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