King County approves $20.29 minimum wage for unincorporated areas

[Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin]

The King County Council passed an ordinance that will raise the hourly minimum wage in unincorporated areas to $20.29.

The May 14 public comment on the issue was a long one, as the effects of increasing the minimum wage could have a large ripple effect in the county — business owners are worried that they’ll have to cut staff and raise prices in order to stay in business.

The ordinance passed 7-2, with Councilmembers Reagan Dunn and Pete von Reichbauer voting no.

The full effect of this ordinance will only begin immediately for businesses with 500 or more employees on Jan. 1, 2025.

https://www.seattleweekly.com/news/king-county-approves-20-minimum-wage-for-unincorporated-areas/

[Puppyjive]

1. How can middle class even live there

I don't know how the average wage earner can live anywhere near Seattle? How can you afford to eat out when your paying $2000 to $3000 just for rent. I'm surprised that fast food is still in business. Shelter costs are destroying the American dream. Get a grip America. Housing needs regulation. It's a sinking ship taking down everyone and everything.