To recuse or not to recuse? The Seattle City Council debates an ethics conundrum

To recuse or not to recuse? The Seattle City Council debates an ethics conundrum

The Seattle City Council is scheduled to debate a change to the city's ethics policy Thursday. Current rules require council members to recuse themselves if they have a financial conflict of interest, which can mean some districts aren't fully represented in a vote. A proposed bill would make it easier for members to vote on legislation they have an interest in, but still require them to disclose any potential conflicts.