Why Seattle's City Council is considering changing their ethics code

Soundside · May 8, 2025 · 13m

Should Seattle city council members have to recuse themselves if a policy proposal would directly help or harm their self interests?

That’s been the guidance here in Seattle for the last 40 years.

But a new proposal from City Council member Cathy Moore could change that.

The idea to change ethics rules for the council comes ahead of contentious debates related to tenant protections and eviction laws in the city.

And it’s set to go before the council’s governance committee today, Thursday May 8th.

Guest:

Seattle Times city hall reporter David Kroman

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