No more! Homelessness, drugs, and crime in Seattle
The Issue
Seattle is currently facing significant safety concerns and a humanitarian crisis with rising homelessness and drug abuse. Streets and parks in all neighborhoods have seen an increase in illegal encampments. The number of homeless individuals and those struggling with substance abuse has been rising for years.Seattle neighborhoods have experienced a significant and dramatic increase in criminal activity in recent years. Many of our neighbors and businesses report being victims of or witnessing crimes including home break-ins (some while occupied), stolen vehicles, stolen bicycles and other property, various property crimes, illegal narcotic distribution, known narcotic distribution sites, burglary, trespassing, and an overall concerning increase in suspicious activity.
The city has been grappling with the fentanyl crisis for years with a significant rise in fentanyl-related overdoses, deaths, and crime. In response, Seattle has implemented some measures, but more comprehensive action is needed. Seattle citizens strongly request and urge the Mayor of Seattle, Seattle City Council and SPD to increase focus on curbing the growing epidemic of criminal activity in our neighborhoods through increased time, focus, and resources. Including but not limited to increased patrols and responsiveness to calls from citizens regarding illegal activity and potential threats.”
Moreover, the establishment of safe housing sites with access to mental health and substance abuse counseling. Outreach programs can help connect individuals with the services they need. Further police patrols including cruisers, bicycles patrols, and mounted patrols in appropriate locations. These actions require collaboration between city officials, healthcare providers, non-profits, and the community.
We urge the Seattle City Council and Mayor Katie Wilson to increase public funding towards these critical areas. Implementing these solutions can help restore dignity to those affected and create a safer environment for everyone.
Sign this petition to demand action for solving the homelessness and drug crisis in Seattle.
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The Issue
Seattle is currently facing significant safety concerns and a humanitarian crisis with rising homelessness and drug abuse. Streets and parks in all neighborhoods have seen an increase in illegal encampments. The number of homeless individuals and those struggling with substance abuse has been rising for years.Seattle neighborhoods have experienced a significant and dramatic increase in criminal activity in recent years. Many of our neighbors and businesses report being victims of or witnessing crimes including home break-ins (some while occupied), stolen vehicles, stolen bicycles and other property, various property crimes, illegal narcotic distribution, known narcotic distribution sites, burglary, trespassing, and an overall concerning increase in suspicious activity.
The city has been grappling with the fentanyl crisis for years with a significant rise in fentanyl-related overdoses, deaths, and crime. In response, Seattle has implemented some measures, but more comprehensive action is needed. Seattle citizens strongly request and urge the Mayor of Seattle, Seattle City Council and SPD to increase focus on curbing the growing epidemic of criminal activity in our neighborhoods through increased time, focus, and resources. Including but not limited to increased patrols and responsiveness to calls from citizens regarding illegal activity and potential threats.”
Moreover, the establishment of safe housing sites with access to mental health and substance abuse counseling. Outreach programs can help connect individuals with the services they need. Further police patrols including cruisers, bicycles patrols, and mounted patrols in appropriate locations. These actions require collaboration between city officials, healthcare providers, non-profits, and the community.
We urge the Seattle City Council and Mayor Katie Wilson to increase public funding towards these critical areas. Implementing these solutions can help restore dignity to those affected and create a safer environment for everyone.
Sign this petition to demand action for solving the homelessness and drug crisis in Seattle.
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Petition created on June 26, 2026