Mayor Bruce Harrell - Democratic Mayors

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell delivered his first State of the City address outlining his vision of “One Seattle” and sharing his top priorities, including public safety, homelessness, affordable housing, infrastructure, and balancing the city’s budget.

“One Seattle means a renewed focus on good governance and tangible progress, on nuance and conversation. I believe this group, right here, can – and will – set a new tone and a new example for what can be achieved when we hit reset and chart a shared agenda for our City – together,” said Mayor Harrell.

In his remarks, Mayor Harrell detailed his plans to not only address gun violence but prevent it through new laws, local and regional collaboration, innovative technologies, and more. Mayor Harrell also shared his plans to support small businesses with an equity approach, particularly supporting women, veterans, LGBTQ+, and communities of color by improving access to capital, cutting red tape, and simplifying certification requirements.

Watch Mayor Harrell’s address here.

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