Seattle – Today, in honor of legendary Seattle Mariners’ player Ichiro Suzuki’s induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame weekend and the retirement of his jersey number, Mayor Bruce Harrell declared August 9 “Ichiro Day” in Seattle. READ: Proclamation Celebrating Ichiro Suzuki “Today, Seattle honors Ichiro Suzuki, a global… [ Keep reading ]
Proposal would protect critical investments from Trump’s threats while lowering taxes for small- and medium-sized businesses Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell joined Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck (Position 8, Citywide) and small business leaders, human services providers, and labor advocates to sign legislation that will place a proposal on Seattle… [ Keep reading ]
New protections will help prevent deceptive and unfair homebuying tactics that contribute to displacement and loss of generational wealth Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell announced new legislation to create new regulations aimed at reducing predatory homebuying practices in Seattle and creating new consumer protections for homeowners. The legislation is… [ Keep reading ]
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 work to actively engage residents in the pursuit of environmental goals. Earlier this year, communities from across the country… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell released the following statement: “President Trump’s ‘signature’ bill is a hallmark of his approach to governing – it’s an action plan to gut needed supports for the country’s most vulnerable residents and families, provide massive tax breaks to the wealthiest among us, and worry… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell joined King County Executive Shannon Braddock and transportation leaders to sign new legislation that will streamline the permitting process for Sound Transit expansion to Ballard and West Seattle. The light rail transit facilities land use code amendments legislation was adopted unanimously by City Council… [ Keep reading ]
Application period for the Trees for Neighborhoods program is now open through July 31 Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell and Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) announced a new expansion of the Trees for Neighborhoods program to support the planting and maintenance of more trees, helping grow a healthy tree canopy… [ Keep reading ]
Building on Seattle’s 35-year legacy of successful education levies, this six-year investment is a commitment to support children, youth, and families at every stage of life Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell joined Councilmember Maritza Rivera, the Seattle Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL), and education, labor, and community… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle – Today at Lumen Field during Club World Cup festivities, Mayor Bruce Harrell joined the Seattle FIFA World Cup 26 Organizing Committee (SeattleFWC26) and community leaders to announce that volunteer registration has opened for the 4th Annual One Seattle Day of Service on Saturday, July 12, 2025. This year’s Day… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell announced legislation to authorize the City’s Finance Director to provide a $2 million bridge loan to the Seattle Social Housing Developer, a Public Development Authority created by voters to develop, own, and maintain social housing in Seattle, which is publicly owned, publicly financed, mixed-income… [ Keep reading ]
