Attention all renters in Seattle: if you’re looking to have a direct influence on the policies that affect your living situation, it’s time to consider joining the Seattle Renters’ Commission (SRC). The city is on the hunt for community members to take on three available spots within the commission, as reported by Front Porch. With most of Seattle’s population renting and the city being one of the priciest to live in, the SRC seeks to be the voice of diverse renters dealing with the ups and downs of city living.
According to the call for applications, the SRC is structured with 15 members, whose appointments are spread between the City Council, the Mayor, the commission itself, and the YMCA Get Engaged program. With two seats waiting to be filled by Mayor Wilson and one by the Council, the commission is casting a wide net to reflect the city’s variety of renter experiences. This civic body has played a vital role in shaping renter-oriented policies, ensuring that the individuals living in everything from subsidized housing to those carrying past felony convictions find representation amidst the teeming backdrop of Seattle’s rental landscape.
The work of the Commission, which includes providing recommendations to the Mayor, City Council, and various city departments, is not compensated but carries the potential to make real change in the community. All meetings are open to the public, emphasizing the commission’s commitment to transparency. Members must be renters within Seattle through their term and are expected to voice issues that impact the broader renting populace…