Transformative investments in Seattle youth and families will double access to affordable childcare, expand mental health and student safety services at schools, and create a new career pathway to enter skilled trades Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell joined Councilmember Maritza Rivera, the Seattle Department of Education and Early Learning… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle – Today, on Earth Day, Mayor Bruce Harrell issued an Executive Order directing City departments to respond to Seattle’s current and future climate challenges with a focus on building resilience, growing a green economy, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) from transportation. The Executive Order calls for a suite… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell released the following statement after the release of the Office of Economic and Revenue Forecasts’ latest projections and new threats from President Trump to cut federal investments over local policies: “The latest revenue projections are significant and reflect the ongoing uncertainty about the volatile… [ Keep reading ]
A combined community center and affordable housing development will address housing needs and create vibrant shared spaces in Lake City Seattle – The City of Seattle’s Office of Housing (OH) and Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) are excited to announce the selection of Mercy Housing to lead the redevelopment of… [ Keep reading ]
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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
The Seattle Preschool Program is now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year – classes begin in September! Seattle (March 14) – This morning, Mayor Bruce Harrell joined the Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL) and education leaders at The Children’s Center at Burke Gilman Gardens to announce nine… [ Keep reading ]
