Research AssistanceLooking for current legislation? Need the exact text of a City of Seattle law? Interested in the history of City policy? The City Clerk's Online Information Resources site provides access to current legislative records as well as records documenting the history, development, and activities of the agencies and elected officials of Seattle. The guides linked to below may be helpful in getting started. Clerk and Archives staff are also available to help you with your research. Phone: (206) 684-8344
City Clerk Guides and Research ToolsHow to participate in Seattle City Government and an overview of the legislative process. Legislative History Research Guide Researching City Laws (City Council Guide) Seattle Municipal Code Frequently Asked Questions Historic Municipal Code Files Index Citizens' Initiatives and Referenda Guides Guide to the Records of the City Clerk Describes paper and electronic records managed by the City Clerk. Guide to City Clerk's Online Information Resources Overview of main online Clerk and Archives databases. Map used for geographic indexing of Clerk and Archives records by neighborhood. Includes search on legislation and photos by neighborhood. Municipal Archives Guides and Research ToolsAnnexation History Research Tool Interactive map that details the legislative history of all annexations to Seattle from 1869 through 1975, including relevant ordinances and dates of annexation. |
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