{"id":20988,"date":"2024-12-05T15:11:33","modified":"2024-12-22T21:24:29","slug":"councilmember-rincks-statement-on-councilmember-morales-departure-from-council","link":"https:\/\/council.seattle.gov\/2024\/12\/05\/councilmember-rincks-statement-on-councilmember-morales-departure-from-council\/","title":{"rendered":"Councilmember Rinck&#8217;s statement on Councilmember Morales&#8217; departure from council"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I am deeply saddened by the news that my friend and colleague Councilmember Tammy Morales will be leaving the council. Councilmember Morales has been a beacon of progressive values, tirelessly championing the rights of workers, families, renters, transit riders, and all who live and work in Seattle. I respect her decision to do what is best for her personally, her team, and her family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s been said that love in action is service. Councilmember Morales\u2019 love for District 2, the south end, and Seattle as a whole, drove her every action, policy, and vote. I want to thank Councilmember Morales for her service and dedication to the people of Seattle, and for showing us all how a representative can show up as her whole self on behalf of the whole district and our shared community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">District 2 deserves strong leadership and a true champion, as Councilmember Morales has consistently delivered.&nbsp; As one of the at-large city councilmembers, I\u2019m committed to spending additional dedicated time in District 2 during this transition to support community dialogue and ensure that we champion District 2\u2019s needs at City Hall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thank you for your service, Councilmember Morales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Onward together,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Alexis Mercedes Rinck<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false}}