Seattle City Council’s proposed budget includes $500M for affordable housing; vote next week

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The proposed budget also includes money for addressing homelessness, community-driven projects, strategies to tackle climate change, public safety, community organizations and small businesses, and transportation.

Funding the Seattle Fire Department’s emergency response capacity$20 million for the Equitable Development Initiativeprojects to advance economic opportunity, prevent displacement and meet community needs including housing, childcare, space for small businesses and cultural and community spaces.

to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, support green workforce development and community-driven strategies to tackle climate change.to ensure access to reproductive care for uninsured people in Seattle.affordable rental housing, increase support services and provide first-time homeownership opportunities. The amount is for 2023, with an increase in 2024.The final votes will occur on Monday and Tuesday.

 

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