Councilmember Dan Strauss is hosting a Town Hall meeting this Wednesday, January 28th, to provide updates and answer questions from the community. 

A key topic will be the Tangletown center boundary maps and ongoing work with residents on these boundaries. This is your opportunity to ask questions and get direct updates on the process. 

Dan has been actively working with residents on the proposed new Tangletown center boundary maps. This Town Hall offers an opportunity to get an update and ask questions. Please RSVP to Dan 72 hours in advance of the event. 

📅 Date: Wednesday, January 28, 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Greenwood Branch Library (8016 Greenwood Ave N)

RSVP Requested:
Councilmember Strauss has requested RSVPs to help with planning. Please register using the link here. https://myballard.com/2026/01/19/councilmember-dan-strauss-to-host-town-hall-on-jan-28/

Save the Date: February WCC Meeting

📅 Date: Wednesday, February 4 @ 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Location: Good Shepherd Center, Room 202

The next Wallingford CC meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, February 4 at the Good Shepherd, in person, in room 202 at 7pm.

Our agenda includes an update on key legislation—specifically the Middle Housing bill and Phase 1 of the Comprehensive Plan—which passed in December 2025. Following this, we will discuss our priorities for the work ahead in 2026.

A reminder will be sent closer to the meeting date.

Wallingford Community Council Resource Guide: Key Contacts for 2026

We have prepared this resource guide with the most current contact information for key government offices, including the Mayor’s Office, the Seattle City Council, Washington State Legislators, and the Metropolitan King County Council. This information for city, state, and county leaders in 2026 is essential for ensuring your voice is heard.

Seattle City Leaders: Key Contacts for 2026 

Mayor

• Mayor Katie Wilson: Contact Page
   

Seattle City Council Contacts

Note: All City Council members will meet by appointment during office hours.

• Maritza Rivera (D4)
  • Area: Wallingford, Northeast Seattle
  • Contact: Maritza.Rivera@seattle.gov | 206-884-8888
  • Role: Chair Libraries and Education and Neighborhoods Committee
    
• Dan Strauss (D6)
  • Area: Tangletown, Ballard
  • Contact: Dan.Strauss@seattle.gov | 206-684-8806
  • Role: Chair Select Budget Committee and Chair Finance, Native Communities and Tribal
    
• Robert Saka (D1)
  • Area: Pioneer Square, West Seattle
  • Contact: Rob.Saka@seattle.gov | 206-684-8587
  • Role: Chair Transportation, Waterfront and Seattle Center Committee
    
• Robert Kettle (D7)
  • Area: Magnolia, Queen Anne, Downtown
  • Contact: Robert.Kettle@seattle.gov | 206-684-8807
  • Role: Chair Public Safety Committee
    
• Joy Hollingsworth (D3)
  • Area: Capitol Hill
  • Contact: Joy.Hollingsworth@seattle.gov | 206-684-8803
  • Role: City Council President, Chair Select Committee on Labor
    
• Debora Juarez (D5)
  • Area: Maple Leaf, Aurora Licton Springs
  • Contact: debora.juarez@seattle.gov | 206-684-8805
  • Role: Chair of Parks and City Lights Committee
    
• Alexis Mercedes Rinck (At Large Position 8)
  • Area: All City
  • Contact: AlexisMercedes.Rinck@seattle.gov | 206-684-8808
  • Role: Chair Human Services Committee, Vice Chair Transportation Committee
    
• Dionne Foster (At Large Position 9)
  • Area: All City
  • Contact: Dionne.Foster@seattle.gov | 206-684-8809
  • Role: Chair Housing, Arts and Civil Rights Committee, Vice Chair Human Services Committee
    
• Eddie Lin (D2)
  • Area: Beacon Hill, Southeast
  • Contact: Eddie.Lin@seattle.gov | 206-684-8802
  • Role: New Land Use Chair

Contact Information for Washington State Legislators in Olympia

In session January 12th to about March 12th (60 day short session in even years)

• 43rd District Contacts (for Wallingford 98103)
  
  • Senator Jamie Pedersen:
    • Contact: Jamie.Pedersen@leg.wa.gov | 360-786-7628
      
  • Representative Nicole Macri (House Position 1):
    • Contact: Nicole.Macri@leg.wa.gov | 360-786-7826
      
  • Representative Shaun Scott (House Position 2):
    • Contact: Shaun.Scott@leg.wa.gov | 360-786-7920
      
• 46th District Contacts (for Greenlake, Tangletown, Northgate, Northeast Seattle)
  
  • Representative Gerry Pollet (Position 1):
    • Contact: app.leg.wa.gov | 360-786-7886
      
  • Representative Darya Farivar:
    • Contact: 360-786-7818
      
• WA Legislature District Finder:
  • If in doubt about your district representative, visit: app.leg.wa.go/districtfind
    
• State Legislation Update (Healthy Streets):
  • The state passed SB 5595 in May 2025, which authorizes the designation of non-arterial streets as “shared streets” (Healthy Streets) to be implemented by SDOT in Seattle.
  • These zones allow pedestrians and bicyclists to share the space with vehicles at speeds less than 10 mph.

Metropolitan King County Council Contacts

• Jorge Baron (District 4)
  • Represents: Wallingford, Tangletown, Greenlake, Fremont, and Queen Anne
  • Contact: jorge.baron@kingcounty.gov | 206-477-1004
  • Office Location: 516 3rd Avenue Seattle, 98104
    
• King County Council Budget Overview:
  • King County Q & A 2026-2027 YouTube short excellent overview of King County Council Budget narrated by Dwight Dively King County Budget Director.  Link: YouTube Video