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Erica C. Barnett @ericacbarnett.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

It's interesting that budget chair Strauss doesn't think providing food is a "charter responsibility." I wonder how recently he's read the charter. Politicians love to say "public safety is our number 1 charter responsibility," but actually the charter lists "health" first, followed by "safety."

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Erica C. Barnett @ericacbarnett.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

SPD Overpaid Officers By $13 Million. Now the City Wants It Back. Officers got retroactive paychecks that were as much as $32,000 too high. If the city wants to recover the money, they have to cut a deal with the police union. publicola.com/2026/10/01/s...

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SPD Overpaid Officers By $13 Million. Now the City Wants It Back. - PubliCola

. By Erica C. Barnett The Seattle Police Department overpaid police officers, management, and civilian staff a total of more…

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Peter Flax @pflax1.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

For the most part, driving is super inefficient but at least it's really expensive and also quite dangerous.

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Amy Sundberg @amysundberg.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

A big failure. The argument about streaming the traffic cameras into the real-time crime center was that all the feeds were publicly available anyway, a fact that we now know to be untrue. That this happened at all erodes public trust in city government, and in surveillance cameras specifically.

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bicievino @bicievino.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

My light rail stop is open today! Hello, Pinehurst! @sound-transit.bsky.social

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James everything is analog @analogist.net · 23/09/2026

(Also unasked: is this actually… crime? Because it is illegal for a (c)(4) nonprofit to have as a primary activity intervening in elections, “primary” usually defined by ~50% of spend. And $100k/$160k = >62% which sure looks to be a primary activity www.skadden.com/insights/pub...)

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Complying With the Rules Governing 501(c)(4) Organizations: Key Issues | Insights | Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

With 501(c)(4) organizations becoming an increasingly significant part of the political and public policy advocacy landscape, this mailing analyzes several potential legal hazards that companies and i...

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Olraca @olraca.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Ummm... how did this car get onto the I90 multi use path? Video from a user in the Seattle Cyclist Discord.

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Right, but what if, and hear me out, what if going to see the salmon swim upstream fixes all of our problems?

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Ryan Packer @typewriteralley.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

JUST ANNOUNCED: Pinehurst Station at NE 130th Street will open on September 30.

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Goldy @goldy.horsesass.org · 29/08/2026

How accurate is vote-by-mail? Whatcom County, WA just conducted a hand recount of 50,451 ballots in a race separated by just 4 votes: "In the end, it was a 100% match. Every vote came out the same, every time. There were no allegations of lost or fraudulent votes, or missed votes in the machines."

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‘Zero doubt’: The story of WA’s 100% accurate mail-in election

President Donald Trump and the Republicans keep maligning mail-in voting, saying it's slipshod and corrupt. But one such local election just got a perfect score, Danny Westneat writes.

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J. BOO!👻ma @broccoliwizard.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Who in Seattle is donating to Brian Heywood's odious anti-trans, anti-tax con job, "Let's Go Washington?" Let's have a look-see. These are from public disclosures and of course, just bc someone donates doesn't mean their employer supports the grift 🧵:

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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

We're being told that if we sacrifice the rights of some people, then the rest of us get to keep our rights. We all know that's some BS.

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Brent Toderian @brenttoderian.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

“Scientists should stop trying to be neutral and instead embrace their values,”says a group of top climate scientists, including @katharinehayhoe.com. The neutrality myth is harming the reputation of science right when we need it most.” #ClimateCrisis Science isn’t neutral. It’s science.

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Prominent climate scientist argues it's time to ditch the 'myth of neutrality' | CBC Radio

Climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe talks to Bob McDonald about the polarization of science and why she thinks scientists should stop pretending to be neutral when it's our planet at risk.

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carlfnelson.bsky.social @carlfnelson.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

We found it folks: the dumbest take in Seattle for 2026.

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Erica C. Barnett @ericacbarnett.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

I personally think the police chief should move to the region, and all previous police chiefs from out of town have done so. I also think lunging at a reporter asking a reasonable question could be a fireable offense in itself. But there were lots of other issues with Barnes, as I've covered:

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Issues With Former Police Chief Barnes Weren't Just About His Travel or Where He Lived - PubliCola

By Erica C. Barnett Mainstream media outlets and many Seattle City Councilmembers have expressed outrage over Mayor Katie Wilson’s decision…

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PM2.5 Kills ~9 Million People Each Year Worldwide @tkovach.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

I think this is my favorite smoke-related health impact finding bsky.app/profile/tkov...

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HistoryLink.org @historylink.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

#OnThisDay in 1927, water from Lake Youngs reservoir was used in Seattle for the first time. historylink.org/File/2450

Swan Lake, later called Lake Youngs, March 29, 1916

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Erica C. Barnett @ericacbarnett.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

I will note that, as others have, that there is a stark, stark contrast in the ages and assets of delay supporters and delay opponents. Those who want more ways to appeal and delay housing are overwhelmingly older house owners; those who want housing are younger renters.

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Brett Hamil @bretthamil.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Do y'all know about @electioncheatsheet.org? It's a nifty little customizable endorsement aggregator & makes it pretty clear who you should vote for in the **AUG 4 PRIMARY** (folks like @ronpdavis.bsky.social & @hannahsabiohowell.bsky.social) Go check it out: electioncheatsheet.org

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bicievino @bicievino.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

A few shots from this past weekend's racing, courtesy of Steve Everest.

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Olraca @olraca.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Here is AMR dissenting over the false dichotomy of providing school meals for kids. These are the sources that the more tenured city councilmembers funded this year - Graffiti abatement: $4.1M - Unified Care Team (homeless sweeps): $30M - Real time crime center funding for Axon CCTV cameras): $4.9M

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The Urbanist @theurbanist.org · 17/07/2026

The Urbanist Elections Committee has issued its 2026 primary election endorsements. Be sure to vote by August 4! Endorsements: www.theurbanist.org/2026-primary...

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2026 Primary Election Endorsements

The Urbanist Elections Committee is excited to announce our 2026 primary election endorsements. Check out our great slate of leaders. Be sure to vote by August 4.

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Qagggy! @qagggy.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

According to the roll plot, the path is 4.5 feet each way over a substantial portion of the route. This would be insufficient for a bike path alone. Basically, the waterfront bike lane, except a multi-use path.

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Gordon Padelford @gordonofseattle.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

I don’t understand all the FIFA rules, but I believe our loss to Belgium today means we are required to adopt their street design standards

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Mayor Katie B. Wilson @mayor.seattle.gov · 01/07/2026

I am the mom of a wonderfully active child. As she grows, I want her to find belonging, joy, and friendship at school and, if she chooses, while competing in school sports.

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Ryan Packer @typewriteralley.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

What people think SEPA is: Erin Brockovich codified into state law What SEPA actually is: is this new hospital spoiling the view from a different neighborhood

Page from the Harborview DEIS showing different views from Jose Rizal viewpoint

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Ryan Packer @typewriteralley.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

A sleight of hand that the Seattle Times Editorial Board does in its column today: downplay the impact of SEPA appeals, and yet fail to actually articulate what if any "legitimate problems" have been sorted out by the appeals that have been successful.

Is the hearing examiner besieged with flimsy environmental challenges gumming up progress?
At a briefing earlier this month, a council staffer noted there were only 28 SEPA appeals to the hearing examiner from 2016-2026. Of those, 19 were dismissed or withdrawn. But here’s the thing: They were dispensed with fairly quickly — the average appeal time for dismissed cases was 69 days; 52 days for those later withdrawn.
By comparison, the few cases found to have merit took much longer. The single case where an environmental statement was sent back for review took 374 days.
In other words, where there was a legitimate problem, the process appropriately took time to sort it out.

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Ben Collins @bencollins.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Trans rights are human rights always and forever.

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Councilmember Eddie Lin @cmeddielin.seattle.gov · 03/06/2026

As those delays themselves are a “decision” - a decision to delay and to pursue the path of inaction and status quo over action. And inaction can be just as harmful or even more harmful than action, particularly when we are trying to correct the harms of prior bad decisions.

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bicievino @bicievino.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

Bookmark this for whenever disingenuous NIMBYs (or, perhaps, the folks snookered by the disingenuous articles) bring up orcas or salmon as a reason to fight housing.

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Brett Hamil @bretthamil.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

it's wild watching ppl do the work of wealthy lakefront homeowners & leveraging social justice language to do it. a free program open to all that happens to slightly inconvenience some of the most regressive, status quo voices in the city is literally the opposite of "gentrification"

CYCLIST: We really need some bike lanes around here
NIMBY GUY: Only privileged "tech bros" can afford to bike all over the city
C: Privileged? It's literally the cheapest way to get around!
NG: Gentrifiers like you move in and demand all kinds of bike infrastructure that normal ppl don't want
C: Gentrifier? I'm living in the last apartment i'll ever be able to afford in this city while your home value just doubled!
NG: I read that bike lanes cause more congestion which could actually *increase* emissions
C: Ah, I see, you're using ideas you don't even care about to defend a 1950s-era NIMBY agenda, knowing that gullible Seattle liberals will fall for it if you use the right terminology
NG: All I know is it's *highly problematic* the way bicyclists "other" car drivers
C: That'll be all for me, thanks

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bicievino @bicievino.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

Taking the light rail to Marymoor Park for pre-season track racing!

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Gordon Padelford @gordonofseattle.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

SCL doesn’t ask the public if we want safe transmission lines. SPU doesn’t ask the public if we want safe watermains. Boeing Field doesn’t ask the public if we want a safe runway. WSDOT doesn’t ask the public if we want safe bridges. Why does SDOT put safe streets up for debate?

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bicievino @bicievino.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

Will this be enough to stop Seattle's continued negligent design practices when designing "protected" bike infrastructure that feels safe, but that is substandard and compromised when it comes to actual safety?

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Jason @jrock08.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Just for context, Coexist is melting down over the mayors office announcing a return to the very successful 2021 Bike Weekends program under Mayor Durkan.

Number of days that LWB has programming by year showing that in 2021 bike weekends were 45 days and bike weekends 2026 is going to be 43 days. The plot also includes SeaFair which closes the boulevard for 4 days.

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Ryan Packer @typewriteralley.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

The one-year progress report on Tacoma's citywide zoning update (called Home in Tacoma) is out. Compared to the five-year average, Tacoma saw a 39% jump in permit applications and a 62% increase in the total number of units entering the pipeline. cityoftacoma.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=...

385 total units entering the pipeline across 213 permits. Only the number of units in 2022 gets close, but overall permits are way up

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Mayor Katie B. Wilson @mayor.seattle.gov · 13/04/2026

Grab your helmets, wheels, or running shoes and head to Lake Washington this summer! Seattle Parks & Recreation (@seattleparksandrec.bsky.social) is bringing Bicycle Weekends to Lake Washington Boulevard every weekend this year from Memorial Day through Labor Day. wilson.seattle.gov/2026/04/13/m...

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Mayor Wilson Announces Summer Schedule for Bicycle Weekends on Lake Washington Boulevard - Office of the Mayor

SEATTLE, WA — Today, Seattle Mayor Katie B. Wilson announced that Lake Washington Boulevard will open for Bicycle Weekends every weekend from Memorial Day through Labor Day. “Seattle summers are beau...

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Oh The Urbanity! @ohtheurbanity.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

“You’re not supposed to use your phone while driving.” “Got it. Let’s install large tablet touchscreens in almost every single new car.”

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Brett Hamil @bretthamil.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

Today's DOOM LOOP for @soseaemerald.bsky.social: "Treeactionary Praxis" See the whole thing here: southseattleemerald.org/voices/2026/...

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Washington State Department of Health @doh.wa.gov · 31/03/2026

Today is Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV) 🏳️‍⚧️. A day to raise awareness and celebrate the lives and contributions of trans people, while drawing attention to the disproportionate levels of poverty, discrimination, and violence the community faces compared to cisgender (non-transgender) people.

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Conrad @conradswanson.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Let’s not dance around the issue: Washington is headed straight for a rough and dry summer. www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...

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How bad is WA’s summer drought going to get?

WA is headed for an unprecedented fourth year of drought.

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Seattle Bike Blog @seattlebikeblog.com · 30/03/2026

The Climate Pledge Arena bag policy is part of car culture.

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Robert Cruickshank @robertcruickshank.com · 20/03/2026

cc: everyone in Washington State

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Nick @nicksattele.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Bob Ferguson

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Balance Our Tax Code @balanceourtaxcode.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Approaching hour 17 of #WALeg debating the Millionaires Tax on the floor. Made y'all something to pass some time! Watch the stream: tvw.org/video/house-...

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bicievino @bicievino.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Getting increasingly more annoyed by Rs saying sales tax is the most regressive revenue source while arguing against the high earners tax. Put that shade where it belongs, please: taxes on public utilities. #waleg

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