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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 Takes Action to Build a More Resilient Seattle Economy

Executive action and a new independent assessment chart Seattle’s course to retain businesses and workers, diversify its economy, and create room for firms of every size to thrive. Seattle – Seattle’s economy works when businesses can grow and workers can afford to stay, and it is the responsibility of this… [ Keep reading ]

Mayor Wilson Signs Ordinance Establishing Seattle’s First “Do Not Solicit” List

New law protects homeowners from predatory real estate solicitation, strengthens housing stability across Seattle. Seattle—Yesterday, Mayor Katie B. Wilson signed Ordinance 127491, creating Seattle’s first citywide “Do Not Solicit” List to give homeowners a clear and enforceable way to opt out of unwanted, persistent, and predatory real estate outreach. The… [ Keep reading ]

Mayor Wilson’s Statement on Recent Belltown Violence 

“What happened in Belltown this weekend is tragic and unacceptable. Three young people lost their lives, three others were seriously hurt, and countless neighbors were shaken awake by gunshots, street racing, sirens, or another painful headline in the paper. As your Mayor, as a mom, and simply a community member I take this incredibly seriously. We acknowledge… [ Keep reading ]

Mayor Wilson Announces Strengthened Public Safety Communication Practices 

SEATTLE — Mayor Katie Wilson today announced strengthened public safety communication practices for both the Mayor’s Office and the Seattle Police Department (SPD). The updated framework reinforces the City’s commitment to transparency, timely information, and clear departmental accountability during a critical transition period within SPD. The practices—some existing, some newly formalized—ensure consistent, coordinated communication… [ Keep reading ]

Mayor Wilson Announces Free Drop-In Recreation Programs During Potential SPS Teacher Strike 

Seattle (September 1) – In the event of a strike and delayed start to the school year, the City of Seattle will offer free recreation drop-in programs at community centers to support Seattle families, Mayor Wilson announced today. “I, like many Seattle families, hope Seattle Public Schools and SEA leadership come to a fair agreement that navigates challenging economic… [ 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 ]

Mayor Wilson Signs Executive Order to Accelerate and Strengthen Seattle’s Vision Zero Work

Executive Order sets new timeline for priority safety projects, expands proven safety tools, and strengthens coordination across City departments SEATTLE – Mayor Katie B. Wilson today announced an Executive Order to accelerate and strengthen Seattle’s Vision Zero efforts, by advancing priority safety projects, expanding tools to reduce dangerous speeds, and strengthening coordination across City departments. The order advances on safety… [ Keep reading ]

Mayor Wilson Announces Executive Order to Accelerate Housing Production Across Seattle   

Today, Mayor Katie B. Wilson announced actions outlined in Executive Order 2026‑4 to address housing production and housing affordability. The order is designed to spur both affordable and market‑rate housing by streamlining permitting and launching a Housing Production Task Force to advise her housing agenda. “Housing that people can afford is critical to a city that works for everyone,” said Mayor… [ 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 ]