Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell released summary reports detailing his administration’s achievements in 2025 and accomplishments over the last … [Read more...] about Mayor Harrell Releases 2025 Annual Report and Highlights Administration’s Four-Year Accomplishments
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Mayor Harrell Announces 2026 Budget Proposal with Focus on Affordability, Public Safety, Homelessness, and Protecting Local Priorities from Federal Threats
Mayor proposes 2026 budget that makes record investments in affordable housing, doubles the CARE department’s crisis responders, and protects critical … [Read more...] about Mayor Harrell Announces 2026 Budget Proposal with Focus on Affordability, Public Safety, Homelessness, and Protecting Local Priorities from Federal Threats
Mayor Harrell to Nominate Chief Barnes for City Council Confirmation Following a Record-Setting First 100 Days
Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell announced that he will nominate Police Chief Shon Barnes to the City Council for confirmation after serving 100 … [Read more...] about Mayor Harrell to Nominate Chief Barnes for City Council Confirmation Following a Record-Setting First 100 Days
Mayor Harrell Statement on Revenue Forecast and Latest Federal Funding Threats
Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell released the following statement after the release of the Office of Economic and Revenue Forecasts’ latest … [Read more...] about Mayor Harrell Statement on Revenue Forecast and Latest Federal Funding Threats
Mayor Harrell Issues Executive Order to Improve the Accessibility of City Resources and Information
Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell issued an Executive Order to improve accessibility of information through a One Seattle Community … [Read more...] about Mayor Harrell Issues Executive Order to Improve the Accessibility of City Resources and Information
Today: Chief Shon Barnes Marks First Day at the Seattle Police Department
Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell welcomed Chief Shon Barnes on his first day as Chief of Police at the Seattle Police Department (SPD). “I’m … [Read more...] about Today: Chief Shon Barnes Marks First Day at the Seattle Police Department
Mayor Harrell Supports Safe and Secure Framework for Artificial Intelligence in Critical Infrastructure
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recommended framework for artificial intelligence in critical infrastructure represents an important step … [Read more...] about Mayor Harrell Supports Safe and Secure Framework for Artificial Intelligence in Critical Infrastructure
Mayor Harrell Signs the City of Seattle’s 2025-2026 Budget Into Law
Seattle –Yesterday, Mayor Bruce Harrell signed the City’s 2025-2026 biennial budget into law, totaling $8.3 billion in overall appropriations … [Read more...] about Mayor Harrell Signs the City of Seattle’s 2025-2026 Budget Into Law
Mayor Harrell Promotes Experienced Legal and Judicial Leader Bonnie Glenn to Serve as OPA Director
Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell announced that Bonnie Glenn will serve as the interim director of the Office of Police Accountability (OPA) … [Read more...] about Mayor Harrell Promotes Experienced Legal and Judicial Leader Bonnie Glenn to Serve as OPA Director
King County and City of Seattle renew commitment to the Regional Homelessness Authority and enhance governance structure to further coordination and collaboration
Seattle – King County Executive Dow Constantine and Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell announced a revised Interlocal Agreement (ILA) with the King … [Read more...] about King County and City of Seattle renew commitment to the Regional Homelessness Authority and enhance governance structure to further coordination and collaboration
King County and Sound Transit Join Mayor Harrell in Announcing Return to Office Policy Changes
City of Seattle Executive Branch employees will be expected to be in-person three days a week starting November 4, as other private and public sector … [Read more...] about King County and Sound Transit Join Mayor Harrell in Announcing Return to Office Policy Changes
Mayor Harrell Proposes Urgent Public Safety Investments in Mid-Year Supplemental Budget Package
Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell announced critical public safety investments as part of his Mid-Year Supplemental budget package which builds on … [Read more...] about Mayor Harrell Proposes Urgent Public Safety Investments in Mid-Year Supplemental Budget Package