Seattle City Council Week In Review: September 4-8, 2024
Port Spending, Tax Breaks, and Real Estate Deals
Port of Seattle Commissioners to consider spending $7.8 billion over the next five years
The Port of Seattle Commission is scheduled to vote on a $7.8 billion, five-year capital investment plan. The plan includes $2.2 billion for infrastructure improvements at the city's airport and seaport, as well as $1.5 billion for environmental and sustainability projects.
The commission will also consider a proposal to provide tax breaks to businesses that locate in the port's industrial areas. The proposal is designed to attract new businesses and create jobs.
In addition, the port is considering a deal to sell a piece of land in Sodo to a private developer. The developer plans to build a mixed-use project on the site, which could include apartments, offices, and retail space.
Trump Organization Owes Seattle $17 Million in Hotel Taxes
The Trump Organization owes the city of Seattle $17 million in unpaid hotel taxes, according to a report by the city's auditor. The taxes are owed on the Trump International Hotel and Tower, which opened in 2017.
The city has been trying to collect the taxes for more than a year, but the Trump Organization has refused to pay. The city is now considering legal action to collect the debt.
The Trump Organization has denied that it owes the city any money. The company says that it has paid all of the taxes that it is legally obligated to pay.
Downtown Seattle Association: "Looking to invest in downtown"
The Downtown Seattle Association (DSA) has announced plans to invest $20 million in downtown Seattle over the next five years. The investment will be used to fund a variety of projects, including public art, street improvements, and economic development initiatives.
The DSA says that the investment is necessary to keep downtown Seattle competitive with other cities. The association says that downtown Seattle is facing a number of challenges, including rising crime, homelessness, and traffic congestion.
The DSA is a nonprofit organization that represents businesses and property owners in downtown Seattle. The association's mission is to promote economic development and improve the quality of life in downtown Seattle.
City Council to Consider Dry Moorage Ban
The Seattle City Council is scheduled to vote on a proposal to ban dry moorage in the city's waterways. Dry moorage is the practice of storing boats on land, out of the water.
The proposal is designed to address concerns about the environmental impact of dry moorage. Dry moorage can lead to the accumulation of toxins in the water, which can harm fish and other aquatic life.
The proposal has been met with opposition from some boat owners, who say that it would make it more difficult and expensive to store their boats. The city council is expected to vote on the proposal in the coming months.
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