The Seattle City Council's Land Use Committee held a special meeting on June 18, 2025, focusing on key appointments to the Seattle Planning Commission and discussions surrounding crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED).

During the meeting, the committee confirmed the appointments of three individuals—Mikaela Daffern, Rebecca Bruhn, and Julia Janin Shields—to the Seattle Planning Commission. Each appointee shared their backgrounds and visions for enhancing Seattle's urban landscape. Daffern, seeking reappointment, highlighted her experience in affordable housing, while Bruhn emphasized her work in transit-oriented development and the importance of integrating affordable housing with transit infrastructure. Shields, who has a background in community-driven planning, expressed her commitment to ensuring that development respects and uplifts historically underserved communities.

The committee members engaged with the appointees, discussing the importance of community involvement in planning processes and the need for the city to prioritize affordable housing initiatives. Council members expressed their appreciation for the appointees' expertise and their willingness to serve in these volunteer roles.

Following the appointments, the committee transitioned to a discussion on CPTED, which aims to reduce crime through environmental design. Developers Lisa Nitsa and Laurie McKeown presented their insights on how CPTED principles can be integrated into housing projects to enhance safety and community well-being.

The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote to recommend the confirmation of the appointments to the full city council, scheduled for June 24, 2025. The discussions underscored the city's ongoing efforts to address housing challenges and improve public safety through thoughtful urban planning.