Seattle Councilmember Alex Pedersen won’t seek 2nd term

SEATTLE — Alex Pedersen has now joined the record of Seattle Metropolis Councilmembers who won’t be looking for re-election after their phrases expire in November.

“Whereas I respect the encouragement from a number of neighborhood leaders from Wallingford to Wedgwood, I’ve determined to not search re-election in 2023,” Pedersen mentioned in an announcement launched Tuesday. “After 2023, my household will want me greater than Metropolis Corridor, and they’re trying ahead to having me again.”

Pedersen was elected to District 4, which covers a lot of northeast Seattle, in 2019. He’ll end his time on the council after one time period.

He says his choice will allow his staff to concentrate on serving the group moderately than campaigning this 12 months.

“Throughout his historical past of service from Legislative Aide to Councilmember, Alex Pedersen has championed points essential to Seattle neighbors – from efficient public security to important infrastructure tasks. I’m grateful for his wise management and repair to our group,” mentioned Mayor Bruce Harrell in a tweet posted shortly after Pedersen’s announcement.

Pedersen is one in every of three sitting councilmembers who’ve introduced they won’t run for re-election.

Councilmember Lisa Herbold, who represents District One, introduced she wouldn’t search re-election early final month.

Council President Debora Juarez, who represents District 5, has additionally made feedback indicating that she is going to depart the council on the finish of her time period.

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