Libraries, Education & Neighborhoods

Committee regular meeting days and time:

2nd and 4th Thursdays at 9:30 AM

Committee Members:

Committee Scope:

To provide policy direction and oversight and to deliberate and make recommendations on legislative matters relating to:

  • The Seattle Public Library system;

  • The Department of Education and Early Learning, including the City’s Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy;

  • The Department of Neighborhoods, including neighborhood planning, engagement and outreach, funding opportunities, and historic preservation; and

  • The Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs.

The Seattle City Council establishes City policy through enactment of ordinances (laws) and adoption of resolutions. The City Council also approves and adopts the City's budget. The nine Council members and their legislative assistants are part of the City of Seattle Legislative Department.