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Seattle City Council unanimously elects Joy Hollingsworth as council president
Seattle City Council · January 7, 2026
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Summary
The Seattle City Council unanimously elected Councilmember Jacqueline Joy Hollingsworth as council president for 2026–2027 after a nomination from Council President Pro Tem Dan Strauss and brief remarks from members praising her leadership.
Council President Pro Tem Dan Strauss nominated Councilmember Jacqueline Joy Hollingsworth to serve as Seattle City Council president for 2026–2027, saying, “I humbly nominate Jacqueline Joy Hollingsworth to be our Seattle City Council President.” The nomination was seconded and opened for…
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