“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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
