US EditionCathy Moore to Resign From Seattle City Council
- Seattle City Councilmember Cathy Moore announced on Monday she will resign effective July 7, 2025, from her District 5 seat representing North Seattle.
- Moore cited recent health challenges and personal reasons as factors she seriously considered over several months before deciding to leave her term set to end in 2027.
- Moore, who previously served as a judge in King County Superior Court and was elected in 2023, concentrated her efforts on improving public safety, making housing more affordable, addressing trafficking issues along Aurora Avenue, and supporting redevelopment projects in Northgate.
- In a news release, Moore explained that her decision to step down from the City Council followed months of reflection prompted by recent health issues, while Council President Sara Nelson described the announcement as "disappointing."
- The Council will appoint a temporary replacement after July 7, with voters electing someone in November 2026 to complete Moore's term through 2027.
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City Councilmember Cathy Moore Is Out
After a year and a half in office, Seattle City Councilmember Cathy Moore announced today that she’s stepping down. Her resignation goes into effect July 7. PubliCola’s Erica C. Barnett first reported the news on Bluesky. by Nathalie Graham After a year and a half in office, Seattle City Councilmember Cathy Moore announced today that she’s stepping down. Her resignation goes into effect July 7. PubliCola’s Erica C. Barnett first reported the new…
Seattle City Council member stepping down next month
The Seattle City Council (SCC) will have a spot to fill this summer. Cathy Moore is stepping down from her role representing North Seattle, the SCC announced via a news release Monday. Moore stated she is facing health challenges, but did not want to leave District 5 in a bad spot. “My decision to leave the city council is one I’ve been considering seriously over the past several months due to some recent health challenges,” Moore stated via the…
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