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Biography
Seth Fleetwood is an American attorney and politician. In the 2019 Bellingham Mayoral Election, Fleetwood defeated educator and city councilwoman April Barker to become Mayor of Bellingham, Washington. Fleetwood took office on January 1, 2020, succeeding two-term incumbent Kelli Linville, who announced her retirement in February 2019.
Early life and education
Fleetwood was born and raised in Bellingham, Washington, where he attended Sehome High School. Fleetwood earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of Washington and his Juris Doctor from the Willamette University College of Law.
Career
After completing his undergraduate education, Fleetwood worked as a legislative intern in the Washington State Legislature. He later worked as a legislative aide to Representative Al Swift. Fleetwood is a Democrat.
Since 1995, Fleetwood has operated his own legal practice in Bellingham.
In 2002, Fleetwood was elected to the Whatcom County Council, serving until 2010. Fleetwood then served as a member of the Bellingham City Council from 2010 to 2014.