Highlights New Openings of Libraries and Pools Seattle (June 21, 2021) – As Seattle is anticipated to reach temperatures around 90 degrees this weekend (June 26-June 28), the City of Seattle is providing information on how to stay safe in the heat as well as the reopening of public spaces… [ Keep reading ]
SEATTLE (May 13, 2021) – Mayor Jenny A. Durkan today issued a statement in response to Governor Inslee’s announcement of a statewide June 30 reopening date and new Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) guidance on masking. “Weeks ago, we were facing a surge of new cases and hospitalizations…. [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Fire Department Mobile Vaccination Teams Will Immediately Begin Offering All Three Vaccines at In-Stadium, Mobile, and Pop-Up Events On Friday, City to Partner With Local Breweries to Offer Vaccinations and $1 Pints SEATTLE (May 13, 2021) – Mayor Jenny A. Durkan today announced that the City of Seattle immediately… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle (April 30, 2021) – The City of Seattle is issuing an update for residents on preparations that City departments will be making in advance of May Day, happening this Saturday, May 1. The City of Seattle has a tradition of peaceful marches on May Day; however, we know that… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle (April 20, 2021) – Seattle Mayor Jenny A. Durkan issued the following statement regarding the guilty verdict in the Derek Chauvin trail: “The jurors and our system of justice have confirmed what we saw with our own eyes. George Floyd was murdered and Derek Chauvin violated his most solemn duty to protect lives and uphold the law. The cruel and degrading… [ Keep reading ]
SEATTLE (April 15, 2021) – Seattle Mayor Jenny A. Durkan today announced the City of Seattle’s vaccination plan for the week of April 12 through April 17. While the City has not seen a significant increase in supply, the City of Seattle and its partners will administer 24,400 doses of… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle (April 8, 2021) – Following the confiscation of untraceable, 3D-printed “ghost guns” this past week, Seattle Mayor and former U.S. Attorney Jenny A. Durkan commended initial action by President Joe Biden’s executive actions aimed at curbing gun violence in our communities and investing in community safety. Mayor Durkan called for Congressional action… [ Keep reading ]
Lumen Field Event Center to Administer 8,000 Vaccinations on Wednesday, Largest Single Day of Operations at Lumen to Date West Seattle Community Vaccination Hub to Administer 5,900 Doses of Johnson & Johnson with a Focus on Critical Workers Seattle Fire Department to Host Pop-Up Vaccination Clinic for BIPOC Workers SEATTLE… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle (April 1, 2021) Mayor Jenny A. Durkan issued the following statement to recognize Mariners’ Opening Day, urging caution to fans who are looking forward to the fist large-scale public spectator event to occur in Seattle in over a year. “This year on opening day, we are not just celebrating… [ Keep reading ]
SEATTLE (March 31, 2021) – Mayor Jenny A. Durkan issued the following statement on Governor Jay Inslee’s announcement that all Washington residents 16 and older will be eligible for a COVID-19 vaccination on April 15: “Governor Inslee’s decision to open up vaccine eligibility will reduce confusion in our communities and… [ Keep reading ]