Summary

The Seattle City Council is set to vote on legislation in September that aims to align the city code with the recently passed state law that categorizes public drug use as a gross misdemeanor. The proposed city law emphasizes diversion and treatment programs, reflecting an all-of-the-above approach to public safety that aligns with the desires of voters and communities. In June, a similar legislative attempt failed, so now more than ever we need your voice to ensure councilmembers hear strong support from voters, community members and businesses for a compassionate, comprehensive, public health approach to the drug crisis plaguing our city. We have a suggested email template below but encourage you to add your own perspective and experiences to enrich the message. Please note, once you press “Send Email” your message will be sent to all nine councilmembers.