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Seattle proclaims May 1 International Workers' Day as unions and labor groups call for continued organizing
Summary
Councilmember Foster presented a proclamation recognizing May 1 as International Workers' Day; labor leaders from Working Washington, MLK Labor, Washington State Labor Council and ProTech 17 spoke in support and urged collective action, and a public commenter later thanked the council for a delivery-app ordinance study showing pay improvements for drivers.
The Seattle City Council on April 28 proclaimed May 1, 2026, as International Workers' Day and invited labor and community organizers to the chamber for brief remarks.
Councilmember Debra Foster presented the proclamation and said May Day is a time to "reflect on the ongoing struggle for dignity, safety, and fair wages for workers everywhere," and noted the importance of organizing beyond ceremonial recognition.
Representatives from several labor organizations addressed the council. CJ…
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