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Seattle council approves spending to prepare city infrastructure for 2026 World Cup events
Summary
Council bill 121032, authorizing use of previously set-aside funds to prepare Seattle for the 2026 World Cup, passed unanimously; city leaders cited pedestrian safety, park investments and public-safety equipment among uses.
The Seattle City Council on Aug. 5 approved council bill 121032, authorizing the city to spend funds previously set aside to prepare for next year’s FIFA World Cup events. The bill passed unanimously on the council floor.
Council member Strauss, chairing the committee that reviewed the measure, said money set aside in last year’s budget would now be authorized for use on projects to prepare the city for expected visitor volumes.…
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