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Title: January 6, 2026
Summary
On January 6, 2026, the Seattle City Council convened to elect Councilmember Joy Hollingsworth as Council President for a two-year term. The meeting included the administration of the Oath of Office to Councilmembers Dionne Foster and Alexis Mercedes Rinck. The Council adopted an Introduction and Referral Calendar, which included the introduction of three resolutions: 32188, 32189, and 32190, relating to council leadership and committee structures. Resolution 32188 designates the monthly President Pro Tem; Resolution 32189 outlines the duties and membership of standing committees; and Resolution 32190 addresses participation in various regional committees, with amendments made to committee memberships. All resolutions passed unanimously, reflecting a collaborative approach to governance. This