AN ORDINANCE relating to the Code of Ethics; defining “elected official”; requiring elected officials to disclose any financial interest or conflict of interest prior to participating in legislative matters and recuse themselves in certain instances; and amending Sections 4.16.030 and 4.16.070 of the Seattle Municipal Code.

CB 120978 · Council Bill (CB) · Full Council Agenda Ready

Sponsors: Cathy Moore

Timeline

• Apr 23, 2025: sent for review (City Clerk)
• Apr 28, 2025: sent for review (Council President's Office)
• May 6, 2025: referred (City Council)
• May 8, 2025: discussed (Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee)
• May 22, 2025: pass as amended (Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee)