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Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck

@councilmember-amr

Representing the Office of Position 8, Citywide - The People’s Office Renter, Latina, Girl on the Bus, Former Waitress. Fighting for a City that works for all of us!

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The Councilmember: Alexis Mercedes Rinck Follow Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck as she reflects on her powerful connections to Civil Rights history and community organizing.

Honored to be featured in Seattle Mag's (@seattlemag.bsky.social) Most Influential List along with an incredible group of local leaders and powerhouses.

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20.02.2026 22:34 👍 42 🔁 5 💬 1 📌 1

It’s time that we ban right turns on red citywide as an initial step towards building a transportation network that prioritizes people.

18.02.2026 01:45 👍 162 🔁 26 💬 5 📌 5

Traffic safety is frequently identified as the top public safety concern, and yet it has not been given the necessary attention and policy action to make meaningful change. We can't continue to be shocked and appalled by these incidents—we need to act.

18.02.2026 01:45 👍 101 🔁 5 💬 3 📌 0

Last night, two community members were hit by drivers in two separate instances while walking in the Capitol Hill neighborhood. We have since learned that one of them has passed away. This is devastating, and my heart is with these community members, their friends, and their families.

18.02.2026 01:45 👍 171 🔁 26 💬 3 📌 0
Week in Review: millionaire tax, surveillance cameras, SPD and ICE Host Bill Radke discusses the week’s news with Seattle City Councilmember, Position 8, Alexis Mercedes Rinck, lead singer of The Long Winters, co-host of the Omnibus and Roderick on the Line podcasts...

My first time as a panelist on @kuow.org's Week in Review!

Thanks @billradke.bsky.social for having me and hosting such a thoughtful discussion on local issues!

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07.02.2026 00:20 👍 31 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0
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We are standing with the workers of DHL, proud @teamsters.bsky.social members in their fight for a fair contract that includes no givebacks. We won’t back down because when we fight, we win! @teamsters117.bsky.social @mlklabor.bsky.social @girmayzahilay.bsky.social @councilmember-amr.bsky.social

05.02.2026 18:27 👍 10 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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Our office fought to increase investment into the Fresh Bucks program so more Seattle residents can get access to fresh foods in the wake of cuts to SNAP.

Thanks to Seattle voters for passing the Seattle Shield Initiative to make this expansion possible!

21.01.2026 19:06 👍 17 🔁 3 💬 1 📌 0
Apply | Seattle Fresh Bucks

Over 4,500 new households just joined Fresh Bucks, bringing our community to more than 17,000 Seattle households now enjoying $60 monthly benefits for fruits and vegetables.

Shop for produce at farmers markets, independent grocers, and supermarkets across Seattle!
Want in? Apply with the link!

21.01.2026 19:06 👍 68 🔁 22 💬 1 📌 1

...This is why my office started the Better Bus Lanes campaign, but this is about more than better bus lanes. This is about the city we’re building together.”

TY @mayorofseattle.bsky.social @fixthel8.bsky.social @transpochoices.bsky.social @seattletru.bsky.social for your leadership and advocacy!

21.01.2026 18:08 👍 13 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

...this action will let Seattle see real solutions which will improve the daily lives of working families. I hope with these improvements, the 8 will lose its infamous nickname....

21.01.2026 18:08 👍 11 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
Mayor Wilson Announces Executive Orders to Accelerate Shelter and Improve Transit   - Office of the Mayor Mayor Katie B. Wilson announced two executive orders at her transition team meeting this morning: one which will accelerate the expansion of emergency shelter and affordable housing, and other which w...

ICYMI: “Buses are the backbone of Seattle’s transportation system. When transit works, Seattle works. When buses are reliable, people get to work on time, kids get to school, seniors get to appointments, families get to spend time together. The 8 is a critical crosstown connection and...

21.01.2026 18:08 👍 69 🔁 11 💬 4 📌 0
Seattle City Councilmember Rinck's quote on Immigration Enforcement Actions in Seattle and Minneapolis.

Seattle City Councilmember Rinck's quote on Immigration Enforcement Actions in Seattle and Minneapolis.

Seattle City Councilmember Rinck and Foster's full press release on Immigration Enforcement Actions in Seattle and Minneapolis.

Seattle City Councilmember Rinck and Foster's full press release on Immigration Enforcement Actions in Seattle and Minneapolis.

My statement on Immigration Enforcement Actions in Seattle and Minneapolis followed by the full press release from Councilmember Foster and myself.

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08.01.2026 23:35 👍 75 🔁 23 💬 3 📌 0

Thank you @cmeddielin.bsky.social! I’m excited to serve alongside you and CM Foster.

07.01.2026 02:23 👍 21 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
Foster being sworn in

Foster being sworn in

Congratulations to Councilmember Foster and @councilmember-amr.bsky.social on being sworn in today! Seattle is so lucky that you both stepped up to serve

06.01.2026 22:46 👍 43 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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@councilmember-amr.bsky.social has just taken her oath, for a full four years, administered by Bilan Aden, VP of African Community Housing & Development

06.01.2026 22:32 👍 6 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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15.12.2025 21:04 👍 4 🔁 3 💬 1 📌 0
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Residents and businesses east of the Green River in the Orillia area in Tukwila, Renton, and Kent are under a GO NOW evacuation notice due to flash flooding. Seek shelter on higher ground at the sites referenced in the images here.

15.12.2025 20:55 👍 8 🔁 3 💬 2 📌 0
An image detailing Amendment B to the 2026 Seattle City State Legislative Agenda. This is divided into a few sections, Federal Response, Affordability & Workforce, Housing & Homelessness, Public Safety, and Transportation.

An image detailing Amendment B to the 2026 Seattle City State Legislative Agenda. This is divided into a few sections, Federal Response, Affordability & Workforce, Housing & Homelessness, Public Safety, and Transportation.

The image details our amendments, and I'm also sharing links to the amendments that I mentioned above from my colleagues:

Amendment A: seattle.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=...

Amendment E: seattle.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=...

Amendment F: seattle.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=...

12.12.2025 20:51 👍 6 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

We'd like to share our amendments (Amendment B) to Seattle's 2026 State Legislative Agenda which includes Progressive Revenue, Homelessness, and Transportation.

We also wanted to thank CMs Lin and Kettle for their amendments on Federal Response (Amendments A&E) and Social Housing (Amendment F).

12.12.2025 20:46 👍 26 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

Thank you so much, Gordon!

14.11.2025 22:43 👍 9 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Thank you @cmtmosqueda.bsky.social ! I appreciate your leadership and your partnership during this challenging time.

14.11.2025 22:41 👍 44 🔁 6 💬 1 📌 0
Councilmember Rinck joins with King County, State and homelessness leaders to condemn Trump Administration changes to critical funding keeping people housed - Seattle City Council Blog Nearly 4,500 Seattle and King County households now stand to lose housing and essential services under the changes to HUD’s Continuum of Care program without regional collaboration and intervention On...

Councilmember Rinck joins with King County, State and homelessness leaders to condemn Trump Administration changes to critical funding keeping people housed
council.seattle.gov/2025/11/14/c...

14.11.2025 20:14 👍 38 🔁 7 💬 1 📌 4

Right now, the city Council is hosting a public hearing on the budget. Check out our op-ed in Publicola to learn more about what we’re pushing for.

07.11.2025 01:30 👍 44 🔁 8 💬 1 📌 0
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Mayor Harrell Proclaims Limited Civil Emergency Providing $8 Million in Food Assistance Responding to Possibility of Trump-Driven Delay in SNAP Funding - Office of the Mayor Executive action provides emergency funding to support food programs through end of the year or until the federal government restores SNAP funding Seattle—Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell proclaimed a limit...

“We won’t let people go hungry – it’s not an option. $8 million to our food banks and meal programs is essential. Seattle will continue to step up even as our federal government steps back.” - Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck

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31.10.2025 00:05 👍 40 🔁 6 💬 1 📌 0
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For too long our city has missed the moment to ensure frequent and reliable bus service on some of our most used bus corridors.
Now is the time to fix these longstanding issues head on- with Better Bus Lanes!

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24.10.2025 03:29 👍 24 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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Seattle Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck is rolling out a "Better Buses" campaign with transit advocates, seeking to improve speed and reliability with bus lanes on key routes.

22.10.2025 20:10 👍 201 🔁 26 💬 2 📌 11
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Councilmember Rinck and transit leaders announce ‘Better Bus Lanes’ campaign - Seattle City Council Blog Coalition-backed initiative seeks to advance safety improvements and reliable transit  Earlier today, City Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck (Position 8) announced the “Better Bus Lanes” Campaign on...

Councilmember Rinck and transit leaders announce ‘Better Bus Lanes’ campaign
council.seattle.gov/2025/10/22/c...

22.10.2025 22:03 👍 47 🔁 8 💬 1 📌 6

Thank you @seattledot.bsky.social and King County Metro for working to solve this. Onward together!

03.10.2025 01:15 👍 55 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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Thank you @theurbanist.org @seattletru.bsky.social @sngreenways.bsky.social @transpochoices.bsky.social and every volunteer and advocate fighting for better mobility, connection, and safety on our streets. This is a shared win and something to celebrate.

03.10.2025 01:15 👍 423 🔁 63 💬 7 📌 21

Thanks, Gordon! Our workforce at @seattledot.bsky.social are incredible! The gentleman I spoke to was friendly and helpful. Make sure to say hello and express your thanks to our SDOT crews!

02.10.2025 17:55 👍 17 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0