The City of Seattle held its biennial Tribal Nations Summit, bringing together Tribal leaders, City officials, and community partners. The Office of the Mayor said the meeting focused on strengthening partnerships and planning for the future.
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell announced more than $9 million in the proposed 2026 budget for projects including the Thunderbird Treatment Center renovation, a possible Tribal Interpretive Center, and the redevelopment of the Pearl Warren Building. “This Summit is about building trust and strengthening our relationships with Tribal governments. It’s a chance to hear directly from our partners about priorities that impact federally recognized Tribes in our region and our urban Native community here in Seattle to make sure the City is responding in real, concrete ways,” Harrell said. He added that the projects align with priorities identified by Tribal leaders, according to the Office of the Mayor…