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Mayor Wilson Announces Next Steps in Police Chief Search

SEATTLE — Today, Mayor Katie Wilson provided an update on the search for the City of Seattle’s next permanent Police Chief after the closing of the initial application period and community feedback collection. There were over 40 qualified applications by the first consideration date at the end of October, including… [ Keep reading ]

Mayor Wilson Celebrates Support for Transit Measure and Election Momentum: Government Must Fight for Working People

Seattle — Today, Mayor Katie Wilson made the below statement on the November 3 election results: “What an amazing night. Voters sent a clear message in Seattle, in Washington State and across the country. We want our government to fight for working people and make our lives more affordable. We… [ Keep reading ]

Mayor Wilson’s Shelter Acceleration Opens 90 New Tiny House Shelter Units to Reduce Homelessness 

SEATTLE — Today, Mayor Wilson, Governor Chris Gregoire of Challenge Seattle, and local leaders opened a new site of 90 tiny houses in partnership with the Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI). Cloverleaf Tiny House Village, operated by LIHI and located in the South Park neighborhood, is funded with nearly $2.8… [ Keep reading ]

Mayor Wilson Announces Police Chief Search Advisory Committee

Seattle — Today, Mayor Katie B. Wilson announced the full membership of the Chief of Police Search Advisory Committee, bringing together community leaders, public safety professionals, labor representatives, business leaders, and advocates to help guide the search for Seattle’s next Chief of Police. “Choosing Seattle’s next Chief of Police is… [ Keep reading ]

Mayor Wilson Releases 2027-2028 Proposed Budget, Prioritizing Stability, Safety, and Affordability

Balanced budget protects essential services, expands shelter and food access, and invests in public safety, while making disciplined decisions to close an inherited structural deficit Seattle — A city reveals its values not in what it says, but in where it chooses to invest. That belief sits at the center… [ Keep reading ]

Mayor Wilson Signs Executive Order to Improve Emergency Management, Information, and Preparedness

Seattle — Emergencies, serious incidents, and major events are disruptive and often unpredictable, and our city needs an updated approach to address today’s threats. Mayor Katie B. Wilson announced and signed an Executive Order today to enhance the City of Seattle’s emergency management systems, reduce vulnerabilities, and foster resilient communities… [ Keep reading ]

Mayor Wilson Delivers Action Plan to Bring People Indoors and Keep Residents Housed

Plan responds to one of Seattle’s biggest challenges by delivering almost 1,000 beds by end of 2027 Seattle — Everyone in Seattle deserves a safe space to call home. It must be easier for people to get help before they lose their housing, and for those most in need to… [ Keep reading ]

Mayor Wilson Launches Search for Seattle’s Next Police Chief

Seattle – Today, Mayor Katie Wilson launched the City of Seattle’s national search for a Chief of Police for the Seattle Police Department (SPD). “I am looking for a leader who understands that public safety starts with public trust. It is a trust that is earned every single day. Seattle’s… [ Keep reading ]

New West Seattle Link Extension Design Refinements Mean Fewer Impacts for SODO Businesses and Property Owners

SEATTLE—Today, Sound Transit announced a new design for the SODO segment of the West Seattle Link Extension project that will reduce property and construction impacts while decreasing costs and risks for the project. This announcement is the latest victory following 18 months of technical coordination between Sound Transit and City… [ Keep reading ]

Mayor Wilson Asks City’s Inspector General to Review Public Information Response Following Bite of Seattle Shooting 

Mayor Katie Wilson has requested that the Office of Inspector General conduct an independent after-action review of the flow of public information following the July 26 mass shooting at the Bite of Seattle. The review will examine the timeline of public communications following the shooting, identify any delays and their causes, and produce recommendations where warranted to strengthen coordination and protocols… [ Keep reading ]