ALLIED ARTS CITY COUNCIL CANDIDATES FORUM 2025

ALLIED ARTS CITY COUNCIL CANDIDATES FORUM OCTOBER 13th 2025

The Allied Arts Foundation and Allied Arts of Seattle will host a lively conversation with City Council candidates October 13th. Topics will include enhancing arts and culture, the role of historic preservation and how Seattle can grow gracefully. During the 90 minute forum candidates will share their perspectives and priorities for strengthening Seattle’s artistic communities and building a vital and livable city.

Topics will also focus on issues specific to District 2 (Southeast Seattle) The event will be broadcast by event partner KVRU 105.7. Access to this free event is made possible by 4Culture, the cultural funding agency for King County, Washington.

Meet your Candidates in the General Election:

Position 8: Alexis Mercedes Rinck, Rachael Savage

Position 9: Sara Nelson, Dionne Foster

District 2, Special Election: Eddie Lin, Adonis Ducksworth

 

WHERE: Rainier Arts Center, 3515 South Alaska Street, Seattle (Convenient connection to the Columbia City light rail station)

WHEN: Monday, October 13, 2025. Forum from 7:30pm to 9pm, Doors open at 7pm

WHAT: Seattle City Council Candidates Forum, Free & Open to the Public, Light Refreshments

LINKS: Allied Arts of Seattle, Allied Arts Foundation

The mission of Allied Arts of Seattle is to enhance the cultural livability of Seattle and to create a social network of people who care about the Arts, Urban Design and Historic Preservation.

The Allied Arts Foundation champions Pacific Northwest artists through grants, awards, and advocacy, preserving Seattle’s creative legacy while building an inclusive arts ecosystem.