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Mayor Bruce Harrell and City of Seattle Launch Groundbreaking AI Incubator to Propel the Next Generation of AI Entrepreneurs 

March 27, 2025

A new public-private partnership on Seattle’s waterfront positions Seattle as a premier location for AI innovation, development, and opportunity.   SEATTLE – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell announced the opening of AI House, a first-in-the-nation AI hub, launched through a public-private partnership, focused on entrepreneurs, startups, investors, and community leaders building the next era of AI in Seattle. Located… [ Keep reading ]

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Statements from Mayor Bruce Harrell and Budget Chair Dan Strauss on 2024 Year-End Revenue Report 

March 25, 2025

Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell released the following statement after the Office of Economic and Revenue Forecasts (OERF) released the 2024 Year-end Revenue Report:  “Today’s announcement that PET revenues collected in 2024 were $47 million lower than projected requires action to ensure our budget remains balanced. We also know… [ Keep reading ]

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Statement from Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell on the passing of former Washington State House Speaker Frank Chopp

March 23, 2025

Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell released the following statement: “I am deeply saddened to learn of Frank’s passing. Frank Chopp was not only a legendary Speaker of the State House, he represented the heart of Seattle in Olympia for three decades. A lifelong champion for affordable housing and a voice… [ Keep reading ]

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Mayor Harrell Celebrates the Expansion of CARE Responders Citywide

March 19, 2025

Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell joined City and community leaders to mark the rollout of CARE department responders to neighborhoods in South and Southwest Seattle. This completes the citywide expansion announced last summer, after the pilot initially launched in downtown and has steadily grown as the model has proven successful…. [ Keep reading ]

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Mayor Harrell Proposes Renewal of Seattle’s First-in-Nation Democracy Voucher Program

March 10, 2025

Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell joined a coalition of community leaders and civic engagement organizations to announce his proposal to renew Seattle’s Democracy Voucher Program, which is expiring at the end of this year. “Seattle’s innovative Democracy Voucher Program is a local success story for supporting increased participation in… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Citywide Strategy, Office of the Mayor, Racial Equity and Social Justice

Mayor Harrell Proposes Legislation to Strengthen Local Protections for People Seeking Gender-Affirming and Reproductive Health Care in Seattle 

March 5, 2025

Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell announced new legislation to strengthen local protections and safeguard access to gender-affirming and reproductive health care services in Seattle, with a focus on supporting the LGBTQ+ community and reaffirming the City’s commitment to be a safe, welcoming place for all people.   “We are proud… [ Keep reading ]

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Mayor Harrell Delivers 2025 State of the City Address: Seattle on the Rise

February 18, 2025

Reflecting on historic progress made over the last three years, Mayor Harrell outlines key priorities for the year ahead Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell delivered the 2025 State of the City. Speaking at Benaroya Hall, Mayor Harrell detailed his administration’s accomplishments over the last three years as well as… [ Keep reading ]

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State of the City 2025 – Seattle on the Rise 

February 18, 2025

Good afternoon, Seattle! Thank you for joining me as I present the 2025 State of the City. It’s my honor to welcome so many distinguished guests to Benaroya Hall: Members of the City Council and County Council, City Attorney Ann Davison and King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion, community, labor,… [ Keep reading ]

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Statement from Mayor Harrell on Council Passage of Crowd Management Ordinance

February 12, 2025

Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell released the following statement after the City Council approved legislation on the Seattle Police Department’s crowd management policies: “I want to thank the City Council for enacting this crowd management legislation and moving us one step closer to resolving the federal consent decree. “The… [ Keep reading ]

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Mayor Harrell, City and Community Leaders Celebrate Groundbreaking of Seattle Waterfront’s Bell Street Improvements Project 

February 5, 2025

Final piece of the Seattle Waterfront revitalization breaks ground—connecting Belltown to Waterfront Park with safer streets, expanded walkways, and improved access Seattle (February 4, 2024) – Today, Mayor Harrell joined the City of Seattle’s Office of the Waterfront, Councilmember Bob Kettle and community leaders to celebrate the start of construction on the Bell Street Improvements project, between… [ Keep reading ]

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