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“During my first term, we’ve made real progress and put our One Seattle approach into action – advancing our shared priorities by uniting the people of our city together around common values. We’ve delivered public safety solutions, kept parks and sidewalks open and accessible while moving people into shelter and housing with services, made historic investments in affordable housing, prioritized a transportation system focused on safety, and passed nation-leading climate legislation. But there is more work to do – this is the time for proven leadership to stand up for our values and keep Seattle moving forward as a city that is welcoming, affordable, and safe.”
Washington Bikes endorses Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell for re-election due to his support for record investments in Seattle’s bike network. During his first term, Mayor Harrell has shown a commitment to making Seattle safer and more accessible for people who bike.
Over the past four years, theRead More
SEATTLE TIMES
Cops’ snarky ‘this is Seattle’ slogan misses their own big news
"Shots fired incidents are down 24% year to date, according to the Seattle police dashboard.
Violent crime, which includes murder, aggravated assault, robbery and rape, is down 15%. Seattle just had its lowest quarter for violent crime going back five years, to the pandemic, when street disorderRead More
KING 5
Seattle set for growth and global spotlight in 2025, leaders say
The theme of the 2025 State of Downtown was “path to progress,” a nod to the growth and development of Seattle’s economic core, while looking ahead to a year in which the city will jump into the worldwide spotlight. “We have great momentum in our downtown and so many great assets to work with,” said … Continued
SEATTLE TIMES
What Pike Place Market vendors think about keeping out cars
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell’s proposal last week to make the 117-year-old market “one of the greatest pedestrian experiences in the country” where people “do not have to worry about vehicle traffic” is something Kim believes is good for the historical maze of fishmongers, produce vendors and crafters. “People only,” Kim said. “The people’s market.” Full … Continued
SEATTLE TIMES
Seattle mayor proposes car-free Pike Place, touts success in annual speech
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell projected cautious optimism for the city’s trajectory and defiance toward threats from President Donald Trump — while also promising to work toward a traffic-free Pike Place Market. Harrell’s speech touched on transportation, public safety, housing and the environment. He promised to speed up construction of new homes and Sound Transit light … Continued
KING 5
‘Seattle is rising’: Mayor Harrell discusses success, outlines priorities in State of the City address
Harrell said in his speech that his top priority as mayor has been improving public safety. According to the King County Prosecutor’s Office, gun violence trended downward in Seattle last year, the first time it’s happened since 2018. The mayor noted that the Seattle Police Department’s (SPD) applications, recruitment, and retention are on the rise. … Continued
CASCADE PBS
Here’s what Mayor Bruce Harrell has planned for Seattle in 2025
“Day by day, we have worked together to get our city back on the right track – restoring parks, reducing the crime rate, and getting Downtown bustling again,” said Harrell. “I think there’s a different mood in this city – a renewed spark, belief and optimism that we are on the right trajectory.” Full article … Continued
WEST SEATTLE BLOG
STATE OF THE CITY: Mayor wants to speed up West Seattle light rail
Mayor Harrell will issue an Executive Order this week to support faster delivery of light rail expansion to West Seattle and Ballard. The mayor will propose legislation that could speed up delivery by more than a year and the City will create the Office of Waterfront, Civic Projects & Sound Transit, which will orchestrate up … Continued
Press Release
Mayor Bruce Harrell Registers Re-Election Campaign
Building on public safety solutions, a more than 80% decrease in tent encampments, and historic affordable housing investments, Harrell would be Seattle’s first mayor elected to a second term in two decades. Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell registered his re-election campaign with the Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission, noting his intent to seek re-election. … Continued