While elections capture the headlines, the Seattle City Council is deep in its budget negotiations. Last week, it released a first draft of its plan, which will impact Seattle’s programs for years to come.

Seattle Now producer Clare McGrane breaks it down for us.

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Seattle's eyes are bigger than its budget