Bruce Harrell Sworn In As Seattle Mayor On New Year's Day

Seattle WA

03 January, 2022

12:18 PM

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SEATTLE, WA — Seattle officially has a new mayor — Bruce Harrell took office on New Year's Day after he was sworn in with a small ceremony. In a statement on Twitter, Harrell said he enters office with "optimism and excitement." "Even in these challenging times, I am energized by what we can achieve for Seattle and each other by working together and leading with our shared values," Harrell tweeted. Happy New Year! Today, I officially enter office with optimism and excitement. Even in these challenging times, I am energized by what we can achieve for Seattle and each other by working together and leading with our shared values. Onward – to a new year and to a new direction. pic.twitter.com/jQR7aMwMb3— Bruce Harrell (@bruceforseattle) January 1, 2022 A spokesperson for Harrell told KIRO 7 that the mayor was sworn in at his home, and said he won't have a public swearing-in ceremony — but, the TV station was told, Harrell plans to hold a smaller celebratory event on Tuesday. Harrell is the city's second Black mayor and first elected mayor of Asian descent, KIRO 7 reported. An attorney by occupation, he served on the Seattle City Council from 2007 to 2019 and was twice elected Council President. Related: Harrell Announces Picks For Executive Department, Cabinet