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Seattle council holds forum for District 5 vacancy; appointment set for July 28
Summary
The Seattle City Council heard public comment and six finalists in a special session July 22 as it moves toward filling the District 5 seat; the council will vote on an appointment at its July 28 meeting.
The Seattle City Council held a special session July 22 that included an extended public comment period and a forum for six finalists seeking appointment to the District 5 council seat, with the council scheduling a final vote for July 28.
The session, convened at 1:03 p.m. by Council President Sarah Nelson, began with the council suspending its rules to allow public comment on items in the day’s agenda and the introduction and referral calendar. The clerk reported 23 in-person and six remote sign-ups for the public comment period; speakers were given two minutes each.
Public commenters largely advocated for particular finalists. Supporters of Julie Kang included multiple speakers who cited her community organizing and education work.…
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