Ordinance Passed Approved by Full Council, in executive phase
Votes
| Council Member | Seat | Sponsored Amendment | Final Vote |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rob Saka | District 1 | — | Yes |
| Eddie Lin | District 2 | — | Yes |
| Joy Hollingsworth | District 3 | — | Yes |
| Maritza Rivera | District 4 | — | Yes |
| Dan Strauss | District 6 | — | Yes |
| Robert Kettle | District 7 | — | Yes |
| Alexis Mercedes Rinck | At Large | — | Yes |
| Sara Nelson | At Large | — | Yes |
What Was Originally Proposed
The Seattle City Council bill originally proposed appropriating money to pay various claims for the week of December 1-5, 2025, totaling over $151 million. The claims included mechanical warrants, e-payables, electronic financial transactions, and payroll expenses, which were to be paid consistent with the remaining appropriations in the current budget. The bill aimed to ratify and confirm these payments, as well as certain prior acts, in accordance with relevant state laws and the city's budget.
What The Final Text Does
The Seattle City Council bill appropriates funds to pay various claims and expenses for the week of December 1, 2025, through December 5, 2025. The ordinance approves the payment of $19,998,238.69 for claims, $69,606.53 for e-payables, and $62,487,401.39 for electronic financial transactions. Additionally, it approves the payment of $68,827,369.04 for payroll expenses, including gross payrolls for the payroll ending date of December 2, 2025. The bill also ratifies and confirms certain prior acts, ensuring that these payments are consistent with the city's current budget and remaining appropriations.