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Mayor Wilson Announces Executive Order to Accelerate Housing Production Across Seattle   

August 19, 2026

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 ]

Filed Under: Housing and Homelessness

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

August 13, 2026

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 ]

Filed Under: Transportation

In Major Affordability Win, City Leaders Pass Rental Junk Fee Legislation  

August 12, 2026

SEATTLE — Today, the Seattle City Council, in an 8-0 vote passed key rental junk fee legislation, advancing Mayor Katie B. Wilson’s affordability agenda. The legislation will eliminate rental junk fees like administrative service fees, pet rent and package fees; require clear, upfront pricing for tenants; and strengthen enforcement to support a predictable and equitable rental market.   “I’m happy to celebrate the elimination of junk fees, creating greater transparency and… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Housing and Homelessness

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

August 11, 2026

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 ]

Filed Under: Public Safety

City Leaders Announce New Grocery Affordability Policy: “Equal Discounts for All”

August 6, 2026

SEATTLE – Today, Mayor Katie Wilson, City Councilmembers Alexis Mercedes Rinck and Dionne Foster are announcing a new affordability policy to stop the price gouging, promote equal discounts for all, and make groceries more affordable. After months of extensive engagement with labor and industry partners, and in partnership with Councilmember Rinck,… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Economy

Statement from Mayor Wilson on Library Levy Election Results

August 4, 2026

Statement from Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson: The ballot box has closed. Thank you, Seattle voters for supporting the 2026 Library Levy. This is meaningful for our community and our future. This seven-year levy will continue to supplement funding for our libraries, ensuring these 27 buildings remain open, safe, clean, and… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Administration

Historic Investments Bring Affordability and Opportunities to Seattle’s Families and Their Children | Families Education Preschool Promise Levy

August 3, 2026

Six-year plan expands access to childcare, preschool, mental health care, food, college and in-demand trade programs SEATTLE (August 3) – Today, Mayor Katie Wilson signed the six-year spending plan legislation for the $1.3 billion education investment that Seattle voters overwhelmingly passed last fall following unanimous approval by Seattle City Council last week. The Families, Education, Preschool and… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Education and Youth

Mayor Wilson Announces Resignation of Chief Barnes and Appointment of Andre Sayles as Interim Chief

July 30, 2026

Press conference to be held 11am tomorrow SEATTLE, WA — Today, Mayor Katie B. Wilson accepted a letter of resignation from Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes. Chief Barnes was appointed by Mayor Bruce Harrell in late 2024 and has made substantial contributions to public safety in Seattle. “It has been… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Public Safety

Mayor Wilson’s Statement on Seattle Center Shootings

July 26, 2026

What happened at the Seattle Center today was an act of horrific violence. Impacted families are living through the worst moment of their lives, and an entire community is trying to understand how a gathering built around culture, connection, and joy ended in gunfire. No one should have to weigh the risk of… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Public Safety

Statement on funding universal school meals starting this fall

July 23, 2026

The following statement is from Mayor Katie B. Wilson: “Seattle has spoken overwhelmingly in support of universal school meals. Let’s give a ton of credit to the teachers, parents and students who mobilized for free breakfast and lunch for every student. This is a priority of my office and we… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Education and Youth