Seattle Mayor Wilson Unveils $9.1B Budget Focused on Public Safety and Fiscal Balance
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson proposed a $9.1 billion two-year budget that prioritizes public safety and aims to eliminate the city's structural deficit by 2030 without introducing new taxes. The plan increases police funding by 14% while cutting 128 jobs, mostly vacant positions, and establishes a cross-departmental work group to improve operational efficiency. Wilson emphasized balancing fiscal responsibility with progressive service delivery, though the budget faces scrutiny from the City Council and critics regarding its long-term sustainability.