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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

City of Seattle Recognizes One Year Since First Identified COVID-19 Case in King County

February 25, 2021

Seattle (February 25, 2021) – One year ago this Sunday, Public Health – Seattle & King County identified the first case and death COVID-19 in King County. Days later, cases surged across the region and state. With the guidance of Seattle’s world-renowned scientists and academics, state and local public health officials, local nurses, doctors, and health care officials, our region quickly implemented critical public health… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Arts & Culture, Citywide Strategy, Education & Access to Opportunity, Essential City Services, Homelessness, Housing, Office of the Mayor, Press Releases, Public Health & Safety, Racial Equity & Social Justice, Technology & Innovation, Transportation, Vaccine

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

City of Seattle Snow Response

February 13, 2021

SEATTLE (February 13, 2021) – After an overnight snowstorm blanketed the Seattle area with more than 7″ of snow, the City of Seattle continues to monitor Northwest Weather Center forecasts, which predict an additional 1-3″ of snow and temperatures hovering near freezing throughout the day. The Office of Emergency Management activated the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) this morning, to coordinate citywide… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Citywide Strategy, 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

Following City’s Victory to Reverse I-976, Mayor Durkan Announces Plan to Restore $23.7 million for Transit Service and Projects

February 1, 2021

Seattle (February 1, 2021) – Mayor Jenny A. Durkan has announced a proposal to invest $23.7 million in funding back into an array of transit service and mobility improvements consistent with the will of Seattle voters when they supported Seattle Transportation Benefit District (STBD Proposition 1). These funds represent the amount collected but held… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Essential City Services, Mayor Durkan Blog, Office of the Mayor, Press Releases, Transportation

Minimum Compensation Established by Fare Share Wage Ordinance in effect as of January 2021

January 4, 2021

SEATTLE (January 4, 2021) – On January 1, 2021, the minimum compensation requirements established by Seattle’s Fare Share Wage Ordinance went into effect. This new ordinance ensures all drivers are paid a fair wage, guarantees that drivers are paid for all of their working time, and compensates drivers for work-related expenses and some benefits, and protects drivers from unlawful deductions. Building off legislation passed in November 2019,… [ Keep reading ]

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As Stabilization Repairs Continue, Mayor Durkan Announces Decision for Seattle Department of Transportation to Pursue Repair of the West Seattle Bridge

November 19, 2020

Traffic could be restored by mid-2022, Work Will Begin Following Completion of Stabilization on the West Seattle High Rise Bridge  SEATTLE (November 19, 2020) – Mayor Jenny A. Durkan announced that the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) is moving forward to continue repairs to the West Seattle High-Rise Bridge. Durkan also directed SDOT to… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Essential City Services, Office of the Mayor, Press Releases, Transportation