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Seattle Municipal Archives Finding Aids

Seattle

 Subject
Subject Source: Nwda

Found in 1150 Collections and/or Records:

Water Quality Scrapbook

 Series
Identifier: 8205-11
Abstract

Contents of a scrapbook documenting efforts by the Seattle Water Department to monitor and improve water quality.

Dates: 1956-1977

Water System Services Records

 Series
Identifier: 8203-05
Abstract

Records related to operations of the Seattle Water Department.

Dates: 1958-1996

Seattle Watershed and Pipeline Aerial Photographs

 Series
Identifier: 8204-03
Abstract

Aerial photographs of Seattle Watershed and Pipeline.

Dates: 1930-1989

Weatherization Assistance Program Outreach Records

 Series
Identifier: 3627-02
Abstract

Records promoting a program that assisted low-income households with weatherization services.

Dates: 1980-1994

Weatherization Assistance Program Records

 Series
Identifier: 3627-01
Abstract

Records of an office that assisted low-income households with weatherization services.

Dates: 1979-1991

Youth and Anti-Violence Grant Records

 Series
Identifier: 5756-07
Abstract

Records relating to grant projects promoting youth involvement and anti-violence projects.

Dates: 1993-1998

Department of Neighborhoods, Historic Preservation, Section 106 Coordinator

 Series
Identifier: 5754-10
Abstract

The National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) of 1966 created the current National Register of Historic Places Program and included provisions known as Section 106 Review to ensure that listed historic properties are considered during federal project planning and execution.

Dates: 2003-2005

Seward Park Art Studio Records

 Series
Identifier: 5808-01
Abstract

Records of a arts studio and school operated by the Seattle Department of Parks and Recreation.

Dates: 1972-1984

Seattle Financial Management System Conversion Records

 Series
Identifier: 1800-14
Scope and Contents note

Development records for conversion of the City's financial management program from the Central Financial Management System (CFMS) to the Seattle Financial Management System (SFMS). Includes correspondence, planning and management committee minutes, status reports, RFPs, issue papers, agreements and contracts, specifications, and user training plans.

Dates: 1984-1992

Dolores Sibonga Subject Files

 Series
Identifier: 4681-02
Abstract

Correspondence, memoranda, draft legislation, reports, testimony, and notes regarding important issues in the City Council work of Dolores Sibonga, 1979-1990.

Dates: 1979-1990

Sick's Stadium Task Force Records

 Series
Identifier: 9583-01
Abstract

Records of the task force investigating potential uses for the Sick's Stadium site.

Dates: 1976-1977

Mark Sidran Subject Files

 Series — Box 34
Identifier: 4400-02
Abstract

Records from Mark Sidran's tenure as Seattle's city attorney.

Dates: 1990-2002

Significant Voting Record

 Series — Box 1
Identifier: 1801-14
Scope and Contents note

Tabulation of legislation "of significant public interest." Includes Council Bill, Comptroller File, or Resolution number; Ordinance number, if applicable; date of Council action; title of legislation; significance of the issue; and each Councilmember's vote. No log was maintained from 1986-1992.

Dates: 1980-2002

Skagit Management Records

 Series
Identifier: 1209-01
Scope and Contents note Records of Director of Electrical Generation and the Director/Superintendent of Operations at the Skagit River hydroelectric projects, including correspondence, reports, photographs and maps . Records concern the management of City Light facilities on the Skagit, including Skagit powerhouses, logging, and services for City Light employees and community at Diablo and Newhalem, including housing, water supply, schools, ambulance, fire fighting and swimming pool. Also included are files...
Dates: 1949-1997 1966-1995; 1966-1995

Skagit River Railway Survey Books

 Series
Identifier: 1802-E7
Scope and Contents note

Transit books, level books, and peg books of levels compiled by city engineers during surveys of the Skagit River Railway. Also includes survey books of east side transmission lines of the Skagit River Power Project. Books contain surveyors notes and drawings. F.F. Nicholas was project engineer. Volume Five of the Level Books includes cover title "Precise Levels Diablo to Rip Raps."

Dates: 1926

Skagit Static (Newsletter)

 Series — Box 1
Identifier: 1208-02
Scope and Contents note

Weekly newsletter serving personnel and their families at Diablo and Newhalem. Includes news of social activities, school sports and activities, cultural events, and items related to the comings and goings of employees and their families.

Dates: 1946-1951

Sam Smith Constituent Correspondence

 Series
Identifier: 4682-01
Scope and Contents note

General correspondence and responses to and from constituents, covering a wide array of topics. The series generally includes complaints, requests to investigate issues and allegations, invitations, thank you letters, and marketing/lobbying correspondence. Many letters are from individuals and organizations seeking Smith's support for issues that are coming before the City Council, or asking his active support for issues taken up by other jurisdictions.

Dates: 1989-1991

Sam Smith Subject Files

 Series
Identifier: 4682-02
Scope and Contents note

Correspondence, memoranda, reports, and studies relating to Smith's activities and interests on City Council, especially during his final six years in office. Primary subjects include utilities, public safety, social services, and issues within the African-American community.

Dates: 1977-1991

Sam Smith Departmental Correspondence

 Series
Identifier: 4682-03
Scope and Contents note Correspondence to and from City departments and regional agencies, including letters to Smith which he forwarded to relevant departments for their response. The largest body of material relates to utilities, public works, parks, and public safety. The vast majority of the correspondence comprises constituent regarding charges of racial discrimination, complaints against the Seattle Police Department, issues related to utility billing, and the discontinuation of utility services. In some...
Dates: 1984-1991

Utility Committee Records

 Series
Identifier: 4682-04
Scope and Contents note

Correspondence, reports, notes, and agendas of City Council Utilities Committee. Smith chaired the committee during his final term on City Council.

Dates: 1991

Solid Waste Ammonia Project Records

 Series
Identifier: 2624-01
Scope and Contents note

Correspondence, working papers, reports, environmental impact statements, studies, testimony, conference presentations, and recommendations relating to research on converting solid waste to methanol or ammonia. Included is material concerning siting of a conversion plant. Correspondence includes input from government agencies and officials, community organizations, and the scientific community.

Dates: 1973-1977

Solid Waste Regional Management Plan Records

 Series — Box 1
Identifier: 4005-01
Scope and Contents note

Correspondence, reports, and legislation relating to regional planning for solid waste disposal. Includes material from the Solid Waste Regional Management Board.

Dates: 1974-1983

South Park Neighborhood Development Project Records

 Series
Identifier: 1624-07
Abstract

Records related to South Park neighborhood improvement projects.

Dates: 1966-1976; 1971-1974

South Seattle Parcel Appraisals

 Series
Identifier: 1626-02
Scope and Contents note

Itemized appraisals of real property including structures in the South Seattle area. Used for documenting neighborhood conditions and for acquisitions related to the urban renewal program. Includes photographs.

Dates: 1964

South Seattle Redevelopment Project Records

 Series
Identifier: 1626-01
Abstract

Records relating to redevelopment in South Seattle.

Dates: 1962-1977