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COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT COMMISSION

SEA-MC tit. 3, subtit. IV, ch. 3.62
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Seattle Mun. Code § 3.62.010 Establishment

3.62.010 - Establishment There is established a Community Involvement Commission to advise and make recommendations to the Mayor and City Council on the development of plans, policies, regulations, strategies, and community grant funding processes that advance equitable public engagement and civic participation in The City of Seattle. The Commission shall act in an advisory capacity only. (Ord. 125192, § 4, 2016.)

Seattle Mun. Code § 3.62.020 Membership

3.62.020 - Membership A. The Commission is comprised of 16 members. Appointments shall be made to ensure that varied community perspectives are represented. At least one position shall be held by a representative from each of the seven City Council districts. If a member cannot be found from a particular district, that seat will remain empty. Appointments shall be made, to the extent possible, so that the Commission membership reflects the current demographics of the City, including consideration of historically underrepresented communities. B. Members serve without compensation. (Ord. 125192, § 4, 2016.)

Seattle Mun. Code § 3.62.030 Appointment and term

3.62.030 - Appointment and term A. All positions are numbered one through 16. Individuals shall be appointed into those numbered positions. Members in positions one through seven shall be appointed by a majority vote of the Council, with each member representing the City Council district that corresponds to their position number. Individuals in positions eight through 14 shall be appointed by the Mayor, subject to confirmation by a majority vote of the Council. Position 14 shall be filled by a young adult pursuant to the Get Engaged Program in Chapter 3.51. Members in positions 15 and 16 shall be selected by the Commission subject to approval by the Mayor and confirmation by a majority vote of the Council. All positions shall be filled as soon as practicable after the Council and Mayor have authorized the creation of the Commission. Staff from the Department of Neighborhoods may provide appointment recommendations to both the Mayor and City Council. B. For the initial round of appointments, odd numbered positions will serve one-year terms and even numbered positions will serve two-year terms. After the conclusion of the initial terms, all subsequent terms of each position shall be for two years, with the exception of the young adult position appointed pursuant to Chapter 3.51 who shall serve a one-year term. No members shall serve more than two full consecutive terms. Any vacancy in an unexpired term shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment. A member whose term is ending shall continue on an interim basis as a member with voting rights until such time as a successor for that position has been appointed and confirmed by the City Council. (Ord. 125192, § 4, 2016.)

Seattle Mun. Code § 3.62.040 Duties and functions

3.62.040 - Duties and functions A. The duties of the Commission include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Provide advice on priorities, policies, and strategies related to equitable civic engagement and public participation in City decision-making processes. This includes review of proposals brought forward by the City, as well as ones identified by the Commission. 2. Advise the Department of Neighborhoods on the review of community grant processes. 3. Meet at least four times per year. (Ord. 125192, § 4, 2016.)

Seattle Mun. Code § 3.62.050 Ancillary powers

3.62.050 - Ancillary powers A. The Commission shall have the power to: 1. By a majority vote of the Commission, elect one or more Commission members to serve as Chairperson for a one-year term, and elect one or more members to serve as Vice Chairperson for a one-year term, who shall serve as Chair in the absence of the Chairperson. 2. Organize itself, establish committees or subcommittees, and delegate duties for the performance of its work; and 3. Adopt rules of procedure to accomplish its functions. B. The Department of Neighborhoods shall provide staff support and meeting facilities for the Commission and maintain its records. The Commission may also receive staff assistance from other City departments. C. Meetings of the Commission shall be open to the public and the Commission shall operate subject to the Washington Open Public Meetings Act (chapter 42.30 RCW). Meeting notifications, agendas, minutes of proceedings, findings and recommendations, annual reports, and other related material shall be available to the public and posted on the Department of Neighborhoods' website. (Ord. 125192, § 4, 2016.)

Seattle Mun. Code § 3.62.060 Unexcused absences and removal

3.62.060 - Unexcused absences and removal Any member may request an excused absence. For City Council appointed positions, the Council may remove any member who is absent from three or more consecutive meetings without cause, or otherwise for cause. For mayoral and Commission appointed positions, the Mayor may remove any member who is absent from three or more consecutive meetings without cause, or otherwise for cause. The Commission may recommend, by a majority vote, that the Mayor or Council remove any member who is absent without excuse from three consecutive Commission meetings. (Ord. 125192, § 4, 2016.)
Source: City of Seattle, Seattle Municipal Code and City Charter (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/wa/seattle/codes/municipal_code?nodeId=TIT3AD_SUBTITLE_IVCO_CH3.62COINCOFetched: 11/1/2026

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