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City of Seattle Releases Transportation Electrification Blueprint to Curb Climate Pollution and Spur an Electrified Economy 

March 17, 2021

First of its kind Blueprint lays out six ambitious goals to help Seattle move toward a future where everything that moves people, goods, and services in and around Seattle runs on clean, electric energy SEATTLE (March 17, 2021) – The City of Seattle released a first of its kind, comprehensive City-wide plan that outlines how the City will move toward a clean and equitable transportation system in… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Citywide Strategy, Climate & Environment, Essential City Services, Mayor Durkan Blog, Office of the Mayor, Press Releases, Racial Equity & Social Justice, Transportation

Feb. 15 Update: City of Seattle Continues Response to Winter Storms

February 15, 2021

SEATTLE (February 15, 2021) – Response and recovery efforts continue after two winter storms moved through the area over the weekend, bringing cold temperatures and historic snowfall totals. Warmer temperatures and rainfall have moved into the Seattle metro, which could result in urban flooding in some areas as snow melts. Individuals who live, work, or spend time in Seattle are encouraged… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Citywide Strategy, Climate & Environment, Essential City Services, Homelessness, Office of the Mayor, Press Releases, Public Health & Safety, Transportation, Vaccine

City of Seattle Continues Response to Winter Storms

February 14, 2021

SEATTLE (February 14, 2021) – Snow continues to fall across the Seattle metro as a second winter storm moves through the area, which could bring an additional 1-2″ of snow on top of the 8-11″ of snow that fell Friday and Saturday. This storm will transition to rain over the course of the day as temperatures rise and remain above… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Citywide Strategy, Climate & Environment, Essential City Services, Homelessness, Mayor Durkan Blog, Office of the Mayor, Press Releases, Public Health & Safety, Transportation

Feb. 12 Update: City of Seattle Prepares for Winter Weather

February 12, 2021

February 12, 2021 – The City of Seattle continues to monitor Northwest Weather Center forecasts which predict the Seattle area could see up to 7 inches of snow to the Seattle area beginning Friday evening and into Saturday late morning. Overnight temperatures Friday and Saturday will have a wind chill factor in the low- to mid-20s. The Office of Emergency Management will activate the Emergency Operations Center (EOC)… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Citywide Strategy, Climate & Environment, Essential City Services, Homelessness, Office of the Mayor, Press Releases, Public Health & Safety, Transportation

City of Seattle Prepares for Winter Weather

February 10, 2021

SEATTLE (February 10, 2021) – The City of Seattle is closely monitoring impacts to services ahead of expected winter storms that will bring cold temperatures, ice, and potential snowfall through the weekend. Temperatures are expected to remain around or below freezing for the next several days with overnight temperatures in the low 20s. Individuals who live,… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Citywide Strategy, Climate & Environment, Essential City Services, Homelessness, Office of the Mayor, Press Releases, Public Health & Safety, Transportation

Mayor Durkan Signs Legislation Making Seattle’s Building Energy Code One of Strongest on Climate in the Nation

February 8, 2021

Updates to energy code would require all new commercial and large multifamily buildings to use clean electricity for space and water heating and maximize building efficiency and on site renewables SEATTLE (FEBRUARY 8, 2021) – Mayor Jenny A. Durkan signed into law new updates to Seattle’s building energy code, which will eliminate fossil fuels for most space and water heating, increase energy efficiency, and improve access to onsite… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Climate & Environment, Mayor Durkan Blog, Office of the Mayor, Press Releases

Mayor Durkan Expands the Role of Pamela Banks to Serve as Interim Director for Office of Economic Development

February 8, 2021

Deputy Director Michelle Caulfield to become Acting Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment SEATTLE (February 8, 2021) – Mayor Jenny A. Durkan announced the appointment of Pamela Banks to serve as the Interim Director of the Office of Economic Development (OED). Banks re-joined the City earlier this year to help coordinate citywide… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Citywide Strategy, Climate & Environment, Education & Access to Opportunity, Office of the Mayor

Mayor Durkan Urges Seattle City Employees’ Retirement System Board to Divest From All Fossil Fuel Investments

January 13, 2021

Seattle (January 13, 2021) — With growing concerns regarding the long-term value of fossil fuel investments, Seattle Mayor Jenny A. Durkan sent a letter to the Seattle City Employees’ Retirement System Board (SCERS) urging them to divest from fossil fuel commodities and companies. The Seattle City Employees’ Retirement System (SCERS) stewards over $3.2 billion in Seattle employees retirement funds, and is required… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Climate & Environment, Press Releases

Mayor Durkan Transmits Legislation to Ban Fossil Fuels for Heating in New Construction to Further Electrify Buildings Using Clean Energy

January 13, 2021

SEATTLE (January 13, 2021) – Following the State Environmental Policy Act process, Mayor Jenny A. Durkan announced that she has transmitted to City Council the proposed update to the energy code that would further electrify buildings using clean energy and restrict fossil fuels for most building use. By updating its energy code, the City will restrict the use of fossil fuels in new commercial and large multi-family construction for space… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Climate & Environment, Mayor Durkan Blog, Press Releases

Annual Report Highlights Unprecedented Challenges Facing Seattle

December 4, 2020

Seattle (December 4, 2020) – Three years ago, Mayor Jenny A. Durkan was sworn in as the 56th mayor of Seattle, and first woman mayor to lead the City in nearly a century. As Mayor Durkan marks three years since taking office, the Office of the Mayor has released its third annual report outlining updates on key community… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Arts & Culture, Citywide Strategy, Climate & Environment, Education & Access to Opportunity, Essential City Services, Homelessness, Housing, Innovation Advisory Council, Mayor Durkan Blog, Office of the Mayor, Press Releases, Public Health & Safety, Racial Equity & Social Justice