Select Committee on the Library Levy
Committee Members
- Chair: Maritza Rivera
- Vice Chair: Joy Hollingsworth
- Member: Eddie Lin
- Member: Robert Kettle
- Member: Debora Juarez
- Member: Dionne Foster
- Member: Dan Strauss
- Member: Rob Saka
- Member: Alexis Mercedes Rinck
Committee Scope
The purpose of the Select Committee on the Library Levy is to review, discuss, and vote on the proposed Seattle Public Library’s Levy renewal legislation, for placement on the August 2026 Primary ballot. This new Levy Ordinance would replace the expiring 2019 SPL Levy (Ordinance 125809).
Meeting Dates
The Select Committee will meet at City Hall, Council Chambers, unless noted otherwise. The established meeting dates and times are listed below and additional meetings will be scheduled as needed.
| Date | Time |
| March 11, 2026 | 9:30 a.m. |
| March 25, 2026 | 9:30 a.m. |
| March 31, 2026 | 9:30 a.m. |
| April 2, 2026 — Public Hearing | 5:30 p.m. |
| April 8, 2026 | 9:30 a.m. |
Please note, this schedule is subject to change.
Quorum
The quorum for the Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan is five members.