Effective this morning, the Stadium District cameras are turned off. This follows through on the commitment I made last month that these particular cameras would only be turned on for the duration of the FIFA World Cup in Seattle, because of its high global profile and the unique circumstances surrounding the event. In the fall we… [ Keep reading ]
Today we celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday. In a moment when our federal government is undermining basic American ideals – pluralism, due process, democracy – many of us struggle to articulate a patriotism that we can feel and own. This afternoon, I had the honor of attending a naturalization ceremony… [ Keep reading ]
Today, King County Executive Girmay Zahilay and Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson announced a three-step plan to stabilize, right size, and reset the King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA). The plan prioritizes maintaining critical regional services for people experiencing homelessness and launches immediate actions to improve oversight and protect the integrity of public funds. The joint plan bolsters fiscal controls, refocuses KCRHA on its core responsibilities as King County’s Continuum of Care lead entity, and transitions the management of city and county funded contracts back to King County and the City of Seattle. These actions put KCRHA in a strong position to apply for and manage federal funding for homelessness, which supports the entire region.
As part of Mayor Katie Wilson’s affordability agenda, the Seattle Human Services Department (HSD) today announced a Request for Proposals (RFP) for homelessness prevention services. This RFP makes rental assistance easier to access, increasing the likelihood that more of our neighbors can stay housed. “When residents are able to remain in their homes and communities, we reduce the risk of homelessness before it occurs,” says Mayor Katie B. Wilson. “This investment will promote housing stability and help Seattle residents remain in the neighborhoods they call home.”
Mayor Katie Wilson and City Attorney Erika Evans issued the following statement today: In recent weeks, the City has received questions about whether fans may peacefully express political, cultural, or personal viewpoints while attending World Cup events. We want to be clear about the rights and protections afforded under Seattle law. Seattle is… [ Keep reading ]
Today, Mayor Katie Wilson appeared with city leaders to address concerns about crime on Aurora Avenue and gave the following remarks: Good morning. I want to start by thanking the residents, families, business owners, councilmembers, and community leaders who are here today. I also want to thank CMs Juarez, Hollingsworth, and Kettle, City Attorney Erika Evans, and… [ Keep reading ]
Earlier this year, Mayor Katie Wilson joined families, teachers, and community partners to share investment priorities for the 2025 Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise (FEPP) Levy, which voters overwhelmingly passed last November. Those priorities are now outlined in detail in the draft FEPP Levy Implementation and Evaluation Plan (the Plan), which… [ Keep reading ]
Myrtle Edwards and Centennial Parks re-open to public with new plantings and improvements funded entirely by private philanthropy New greenway connecting Waterfront Park to Olympic Sculpture Park constructed by EBC opened to the public April 21 Ribbon cutting marks 50 acres of free parks and public space connectedfor three and half miles on Elliott Bay shoreline in heart of Seattle Yesterday, Mayor Katie B. Wilson joined Port of Seattle Commission Secretary Sam Cho, philanthropist Melinda French Gates, Chairman… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle is less than a month out from hosting the first FIFA World Cup match and our city is ready! Seattle is one of 16 cities across the globe hosting FIFA Men’s World Cup games over four weeks in June and July. Seattle will host six matches at Lumen Field, including the… [ Keep reading ]
“I am devastated by the loss of two young people this weekend – one at his place of work in Lake City, and the other at her off-campus student housing. I am devastated for their family and friends now grieving, and for this loss that will be felt over many… [ Keep reading ]
