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Mayor Harrell Announces Proposal to Boost Production of Accessory Dwelling Units for More Diverse Housing Opportunities 

September 16, 2024

New proposal goes above state requirements with incentives to create more family-sized homes, preserve existing homes, and expand homeownership opportunities Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell announced a package of new legislation to streamline the permitting process and increase production of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in Seattle, creating more diverse… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Housing and Homelessness

City of Seattle Celebrates Record Enrollment in the Award-Winning Seattle Preschool Program for 2024-2025 School Year

September 13, 2024

Seats still available for Seattle three-and four-year-olds to support kindergarten readiness Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell and the Seattle Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL) celebrated the first week of the 2024-25 school year! This school year, over 1,850 children are enrolled in the Seattle Preschool Program (SPP)…. [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Education and Youth

Mayor Harrell Releases Updated “Food Action Plan” to Guide City Policies and Programs, Increase Food Security in Seattle 

September 5, 2024

Seattle, WA – Today, Mayor Harrell released the first ever update to the City of Seattle’s “Food Action Plan,” which will guide City departments over the next five years to implement programs and policies to alleviate high rates of food insecurity, historically high food prices, the negative impacts of excessive… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Environment and Sustainability, Racial Equity and Social Justice

City of Seattle awarded $17.2 million to implement Building Emissions Performance Standard, support multifamily and commercial buildings reduce climate pollution 

August 27, 2024

Seattle – The Department of Energy (DoE) announced $17.2 million has been awarded to the City of Seattle under the Assistance for the Adoption of the Latest and Zero Building Energy Codes grant. Funded by President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act, the program is designed to address the climate crisis and… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Citywide Strategy, Environment and Sustainability

One Seattle Homelessness Action Plan Posts Q2 2024 Data Updates

August 23, 2024

Seattle – Today, Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell released updated data sets for the second quarter of 2024 for the City’s One Seattle Homelessness Action Plan and public-facing dashboard, which show a 17% drop in verified tent count citywide and a 7% decrease in RVs at active encampment sites compared to Q1 data updates…. [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Housing and Homelessness

King County and City of Seattle renew commitment to the Regional Homelessness Authority and enhance governance structure to further coordination and collaboration

August 15, 2024

Seattle – King County Executive Dow Constantine and Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell announced a revised Interlocal Agreement (ILA) with the King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA) that will streamline the governance structure at the agency to improve transparency, coordination, and oversight. Approval of the proposed amended and restated ILA reaffirms the… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: City Administration, Housing and Homelessness

City of Seattle Shares Progress on Key Commitments to Enhance Diplomacy and Partnership Following 2023 Tribal Nations Summit 

August 2, 2024

Seattle – Today, the City of Seattle released a new report detailing progress on commitments made at the 2023 Tribal Nations Summit. This summit was a historic gathering of Tribal and City leaders to strengthen government-to-government relations and achieve mutual goals. City leadership committed to 23 initial actions, such as… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Citywide Strategy, Racial Equity and Social Justice

Mayor Harrell and Council President Nelson Propose New Curbside Designation for Live Music Venues to Support Easier Parking, Loading Access

July 18, 2024

Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell and Council President Sara Nelson announced legislation to establish a new curbside designation and permit program for live music venues to make loading and parking more accessible to musicians and supporting crews. “Seattle’s world-class music scene is a not only an essential part of… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Arts and Culture, Economic Development, Transportation and Development

Seattle Wins 2024 All-America City Award

July 11, 2024

Seattle, WA – The City of Seattle is proud to announce that it has been honored with the prestigious All-America City Award by the National Civic League. This recognition celebrates Seattle’s commitment to strengthening democracy through innovative, community-driven efforts and effective engagement with historically underserved communities. “Winning the All-America City… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Racial Equity and Social Justice

Mayor Harrell Statement on Council Passage of Office-to-Residential Legislation

July 9, 2024

Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell released the following statement after legislation to support the conversion of existing commercial buildings to residential uses passed unanimously in City Council: “We must take advantage of every opportunity and tool available to create more housing options to address the issues at the root… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Housing and Homelessness