Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell released summary reports detailing his administration’s achievements in 2025 and accomplishments over the last four years in office to enact his One Seattle vision of a safe, equitable, and thriving city. “When I took office four years ago, we were in the depths of… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle – Mayor Bruce Harrell released the following statement following an antisemitic terrorist attack at a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, Australia: “I am horrified and heartbroken by the violence against families celebrating the beginning of Hanukkah in Sydney. The City of Seattle condemns this vile act of antisemitism, and we… [ Keep reading ]
Approval reflects monumental, nation-leading step forward in diversified public safety response Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell signed a new contract with rank-and-file Seattle police officers that will allow for the permanent expansion and direct dispatch of the CARE department’s crisis responder teams, marking a significant milestone for efforts to… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell announced $27.8 million in awards to 33 projects through the Equitable Development Initiative (EDI), part of the City’s effort to support property ownership among Seattle’s diverse communities in neighborhoods at high risk of displacement. The EDI Advisory Board and a community review panel assessed… [ Keep reading ]
As only U.S. city to participate in international cohort, Seattle joined environmental leaders from around the world to share best practices on urban habitat restoration Seattle – After two years of active participation, the City of Seattle is proud to announce the completion of its second and final year in the United… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle – This week, Mayor Bruce Harrell signed the City of Seattle’s 2026 budget into law, totaling $8.9 billion in appropriations overall and $2.0 billion toward General Fund priorities. Passed unanimously by the City Council last week, the final budget preserves key priorities from the mayor’s proposed budget, including record… [ Keep reading ]
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 ]
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 ]
