Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell released the following statement after the passing of Lenny Wilkens: “I am deeply saddened by the passing of Lenny Wilkens, a trailblazing Seattle icon and legendary figure in the history of basketball. One of the most accomplished and respected individuals in professional sports, Lenny… [ Keep reading ]
Levy will generate $1.3 billion over six years, representing the largest City investment in youth, education, and families to date Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell, Councilmember Maritza Rivera, leadership from the Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL), and education partners celebrated voters’ approval of City of Seattle Proposition… [ Keep reading ]
New City webpage at seattle.gov/food-assistance provides information on food resources and ways to help Seattle — Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell’s Limited Civil Emergency was unanimously confirmed by City Council. Due to ongoing uncertainty about the amount and timing of federal funding for the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP), the City… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell released the below statement after the federal court granted the City a preliminary injunction in a lawsuit initiated by Mayor Harrell, City Attorney Ann Davison, and the City of Seattle. While the Trump administration has attempted to unlawfully withhold millions in federal funds to the City because… [ Keep reading ]
CiviForm has received over 50,000 applications for City benefit and discount programs to connect families with everything from fresh food and childcare to transit passes and home repairs Seattle – This fall, the City of Seattle’s CiviForm platform was named one of Time Magazine’s Best Inventions of 2025 and also… [ Keep reading ]
Executive action provides emergency funding to support food programs through end of the year or until the federal government restores SNAP funding Seattle—Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell proclaimed a limited civil emergency in response to the looming potential lapse in federal funding for the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) starting on… [ Keep reading ]
Building on new Executive Order to preserve mature trees, the nursery will help grow the next generation of Seattle’s urban forest Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell joined Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) General Manager and CEO Andrew Lee and community members to celebrate the opening of a new City-owned tree… [ Keep reading ]
New ordinance will also require officers to clearly display badges or emblems of agency, increasing transparency and accountability Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell proposed a new ordinance to prohibit the use of face coverings by law enforcement, with limited exceptions, and require all law enforcement officials to have visible… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell made the following statement after the City Council unanimously approved legislation introduced by his administration to ban anti-competitive covenants that block new grocery stores and pharmacies: “Every neighborhood deserves convenient access to fresh, affordable, nutritious food and essential medicine. Period. “I applaud City Council’s… [ Keep reading ]
Amid the federal shutdown, Seattle leaders are helping impacted workers access immediate support and spotlight the City’s ongoing affordability and utility assistance programs that help residents save on everyday costs year-round. SEATTLE – As the federal government shutdown continues, Mayor Bruce Harrell, Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal and the City of Seattle are partnering to… [ Keep reading ]
