Councilman Seth Yurdin has represented Ward 1 since 2006. During the 2011-2015 Council term, Seth served as the Majority Leader. Currently he serves on the Committee for State and Legislative Affairs.

Education & Professional Experience

Councilman Yurdin attended Boston University and New York University School of Law. He is an attorney in private practice in Providence.

Prior to his election, Councilman Yurdin was a Fox Point Neighborhood Association board member, monitoring the I-195 development and encouraging community participation in the planning process.

Civic Interests & Leadership

Councilman Yurdin has pushed for more open and transparent city government and continues to advocate for improvements in overall neighborhood quality of life, the environment, public health, and public education.

Personal Interests

Councilman Yurdin is a volunteer shelter manager, and has assisted with the American Red Cross’s response in Mississippi immediately after Hurricane Katrina.

Council Committees

Past

• State and Legislative Affairs
• Committee on Ordinances (Chairman)

For a full list of Councilman Seth Yurdin’s press releases: Click here.

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