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Seattle Mayor Rolling Out New Communication Protocols for Major Events, Safety Incidents
Mayor Katie Wilson said the new framework will require Seattle officials to brief media within one hour of major incidents if it is safe.
- Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson announced a new communication framework between the Mayor's Office and the Seattle Police Department to ensure fast updates during emergencies, addressing the city's response to the Bite of Seattle shooting.
- Following the July 26 shooting at Seattle Center, officials waited nearly 5 hours to hold a press conference; the incident killed 3 people and wounded several others, triggering widespread criticism.
- Under new protocols, the SPD must provide media briefings within one hour of significant incidents "when safe and feasible," and both agencies will coordinate communication leads before major events.
- Ahead of the Bumbershoot music festival this weekend, Interim Police Chief Andre Sayles is collaborating with Wilson to apply these practices, ensuring direct contact during any major public safety event.
- Inspector General Lisa Judge is conducting a third-party review of the communication breakdown with findings expected by year's end, while the City Council Public Safety Committee will hold a hearing in November.
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