More than 30 major Seattle companies sign letter demanding Wilson, City Council take action on public safety

More than 30 major Seattle companies, including Microsoft, Costco, Alaska Airlines, and Starbucks, signed a letter Thursday demanding Mayor Katie Wilson and the City Council take urgent action on public safety. The business leaders are requesting CCTV camera activation, a camping ban near parks and playgrounds, faster 911 response times, and a clear public safety plan backed by city budget investments. Mayor Wilson responded that many initiatives are already underway, citing increased police presence in several neighborhoods and doubled crisis care responder hours.