high Social Services
Homelessness & Encampments
2026-03
Active
Over 14,000 people experiencing homelessness in King County. City sweeps policy under legal challenge. HOPE Team response times averaging 8+ days.
Sources: Seattle TimesKing County DCHS
high Public Safety
Drug Public Use Enforcement
2026-02
Contested
SB 5536 made public drug use a misdemeanor in 2023 after Blake decision. Enforcement inconsistent. LEAD diversion program underfunded.
Sources: WA State LegislatureSeattle Police
high Housing
Housing Affordability Crisis
2026-01
In Progress
Median home $874K. Rental vacancy rate 4.2%. Missing Middle Housing legislation passed 2023. Implementation ongoing.
Sources: ZillowSeattle DCI
medium Public Safety
SPOG Contract Negotiations
2026-03
Ongoing
Seattle Police Officers Guild contract lapse. Accountability provisions in new contract language being negotiated. Understaffing at 300+ officers.
Sources: Seattle Office of Labor Relations
low Infrastructure
SR-99 Waterfront Replacement
2025-11
In Progress
Alaskan Way Viaduct replacement waterfront development ongoing. Park construction delayed. Cost overruns +$340M above original estimate.
Sources: Seattle Waterfront Project