Title: Structural Equity in Urban Planning: The Legacy of Ordinance 126173
: Assisting community organizations in securing and developing sites for affordable housing or cultural hubs. 126173
In September 2020, the City of Seattle took a definitive step toward systemic reform by passing Ordinance 126173 . This legislation did more than just create a new committee; it codified the Equitable Development Initiative (EDI) Advisory Board as a permanent fixture of city government. In an era where urban displacement often targets marginalized communities, Ordinance 126173 represents a shift from reactive policy to proactive, community-led structural equity. Title: Structural Equity in Urban Planning: The Legacy
: Providing technical assistance and labor costs to ensure small community groups can navigate complex city bureaucracy. In an era where urban displacement often targets
The impact of Ordinance 126173 is visible in its integration with the city’s financial planning. For instance, the 2023 Adopted Budget allocated approximately $20 million from payroll taxes specifically to the EDI. These funds support:
: Engaging in "Regional Growth Center" updates to prepare for projected job and housing growth while maintaining equitable recovery.