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Mayor Harrell Signs Legislation Fortifying Local Protections for People Seeking Gender-Affirming and Reproductive Health Care

March 31, 2025

Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell joined City leaders and LGBTQ+ community advocates to sign new legislation that strengthens local protections for people seeking gender-affirming and reproductive health care services in Seattle, with a focus on supporting Seattle’s LGBTQ+ community in response to recent federal actions. The legislation was signed… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Racial Equity and Social Justice

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 ]

Filed Under: Office of the Mayor, Press Releases, Racial Equity and Social Justice

Mayor Harrell Issues New Executive Order to Strengthen Anti-Displacement Strategies

January 30, 2025

Executive Order will create key metrics for measuring and preventing displacement and improve the delivery of resources and supports to residents. Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell issued an Executive Order that will align and strengthen the City’s efforts to prevent displacement in Seattle communities. “Having grown up in the… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Housing and Homelessness, Racial Equity and Social Justice, Transportation and Development

City of Seattle Expands Youth Mental Health Services with $7 Million in Local Provider Partnerships 

January 28, 2025

Alongside the new partnership with Talkspace, increased staffing at school-based health centers, and other holistic approaches, seven local mental health and wellness organizations will serve youth ages 13 to 24 through a suite of virtual and in-person care options SEATTLE (January 28) – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell joined education and… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Education and Youth, Public Health, Racial Equity and Social Justice

Mayor Harrell Announces $22 Million to Community Organizations Through the Equitable Development Initiative

January 14, 2025

Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell announced $22 million in awards to 42 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. This round of targeted EDI funding is intended to close… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Arts and Culture, Citywide Strategy, Economic Development, Environment and Sustainability, Racial Equity and Social Justice

Mayor Harrell Promotes Experienced Legal and Judicial Leader Bonnie Glenn to Serve as OPA Director 

November 22, 2024

Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell announced that Bonnie Glenn will serve as the interim director of the Office of Police Accountability (OPA) following director Gino Betts’ upcoming resignation in December. Glenn currently serves as OPA deputy director and is an experienced leader in this space, with more than 25… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: City Administration, Public Safety, Racial Equity and Social Justice

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 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

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