King County is Now in Modified Phase 1: On Friday, June 5th the Washington State Department of Health accepted King County's plan to allow for limited openings of recreational, social and business activities in a modified Phase 1 of Governor Jay Inslee's Safe Start reopening plan. Learn what that means. (more)
Mayor Announces Bold Action to Deliver 500 Permanent Homes in Response to COVID-19: Mayor Jenny A. Durkan announced that the City of Seattle Office of Housing is taking bold action to create 500 new permanent supportive housing units through alternative construction, reducing significantly the costs and timeline. (more)
Governor Inslee Extends Eviction Moratorium: The governor announced by proclamation on June 2, he was extending the eviction moratorium until August 1. Rent increases and late fees remain prohibited under the moratorium. (more)
City Takes Steps to Create Safe Place for Peaceful Demonstrations: The City is committed to creating a safe space for peaceful demonstrations, and will also take steps to minimize property damage or potential injuries. (more)
Seattle Sister and Partner Cities in China Come to City’s Aid With Generous Donations of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): The City has been collecting and distributing these supplies to community partners working on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic. (more)
Apply for a Safe Routes to Schools Mini Grant: Apply for up to $1,000 to fund projects that educate students about walking and biking to school. Public and private schools, parent-teacher associations, and other non-profits are welcome to apply. (more)
West Seattle Bridge Updates: Get the latest information on options to reopen the West Seattle Bridge as essential stabilization and data collection work continues. (more)
Updates on Delridge Way SW - RapidRide H Line: Seattle Department of Transportation is hosting an online open house to share information about the Delridge Way SW - RapidRide H Line project design elements and what to expect during construction. (more)
Comment on Zoning Modifications at Kimball Elementary School: The public is invited to share its feedback regarding the development plans for Kimball Elementary School located at 3200 23rd Ave S in Beacon Hill. (more)
COVID-19 Lease Amendment Toolkit Now in Eight Languages: The City of Seattle’s Office of Economic Development launched a toolkit to help small businesses and nonprofit organizations impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic explore options for their commercial leases with a goal of remaining in their spaces. (more)
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