Olympia Revisits Worker Protections | Seattle News

Olympia’s City Council is reigniting the fight for worker protections and affordability after last year’s failed $20 minimum wage effort, with residents revealing the crushing reality of low pay—like choosing between caring for a sick loved one or earning money. Now, they’re launching a multi-phase research plan, aiming for policy decisions by early 2027, following a ballot measure that fell short with just 44% support. With the current state minimum wage at $13.53, the council is focusing on dignity, stability, and real-life impacts. Led by Assistant City Manager Stacey Ray, the initiative will gather data and community input through September, refine goals in fall, and engage further through December, with potential policy action from January to March 2027. No final budget is set, but initial research is budgeted at $20,000. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e372876201dae21f