Mayor Nickels' Accomplishments

2007 Accomplishments
The state of the city is “stronger than ever,” Nickels declared in his annual address, which celebrated innovation -- a trait that runs deep in the foundation of Seattle's soul. “As a city, we are driven to confront the problems we face, no matter the scale,” Nickels said. “We prosper because we challenge conventional wisdom. And when we put our minds to it, we overcome the intractable.”

2006 Accomplishments
Over the past five years, the City has made tremendous progress on many fronts. We've taken great strides on light rail, the South Lake Union streetcar and closing the maintenance gap in our transportation system. We are making Seattle the most-prepared city in America for disasters. We've laid the foundation for great new jobs and economic growth. We're working to ensure that every person has a place to call home. And we have become a world-renowned leader in the effort to prevent global warming.

2005 Accomplishments
Mayor Greg Nickels took office in January of 2002 and was re-elected in 2005. His first term focused on the basic services that would restore people’s confidence in City government. He worked to keep people safe, to fill potholes, and to make sure that when a citizen called the City with a problem, a human being answered the phone. Mayor Nickels outlined his four years of accomplishments in his State of the City Address in March 2006.

2004 Accomplishments
Mayor Nickels outlined his Three Years of Accomplishments it his State of the City Address. Public safety, a balanced budget, and a more responsive City government are but a few of these accomplishments.

Mid-Term Accomplishments
Mayor Nickels has made major progress towards his top priorities of improving transportation and public safety, creating jobs and strengthening communities. Read about these and more.

2002 Accomplishments
On Mayor Nickels' watch, Seattle passed an $86 million low-income housing levy and approved a 14-mile monorail from Ballard to West Seattle. Learn more about the successes accomplished by the City of Seattle in the year 2002.

Legislative Summary 2002
The mayor's first year in office was full of legislative accomplishments. Some highlights were the re-tooling City government; improving the region's economy and neighborhood vitality; and reducing traffic congestion. Click on the link to learn more.

First 100 Days
In January 2002, Mayor Nickels released his 100-Day Agenda. This 'get it done' list was designed with one purpose only: to make a difference in the lives of the people of Seattle. He accelerated some existing programs, pushed for new common-sense approaches, and took steps to resolve complex issues. Review the list and see what else 'got done.'