Description
Title: January 13, 2026
Summary
On January 13, 2026, the Seattle City Council convened to conduct its regular meeting, presided over by Council President Joy Hollingsworth. The agenda included the adoption of minutes and bills, with unanimous consent for both the Introduction & Referral Calendar and the Consent Calendar. Notably, Council Bill (CB) 121148 was passed, appropriating funds for claims from the previous week, and CB 121143 extended interim regulations for floodplains for an additional six months. This extension allows residents to utilize updated National Flood Insurance Rate Maps for securing flood insurance under FEMA's program. The meeting also featured public comments from various citizens, highlighting community engagement. The session concluded without opposition on any agenda items, emphasizing collaborative governance.