Everett Mayor Delivers 2026 State of the City Address

Highlights Everett's commitment to being a welcoming, inclusive city and continued momentum in economic development, public safety, and community investment

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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Everett Mayor delivered the 2026 State of the City address, emphasizing the city's commitment to being a welcoming and inclusive community, as well as highlighting Everett's continued momentum in economic development, public safety initiatives, and investments in community infrastructure and services. The mayor discussed Everett's partnerships with local organizations, businesses, and regional entities to drive growth, strengthen public safety, and enhance quality of life for residents.

Why it matters

The State of the City address outlines Everett's strategic priorities and vision for the future, demonstrating the city's focus on fostering an inclusive environment, supporting economic development and job creation, enhancing public safety, and investing in community resources and amenities. This provides important context about Everett's direction and the key initiatives underway to improve the lives of residents.

The details

In the address, the mayor discussed Everett's efforts to support immigrant communities and protect civil liberties, including issuing a mayoral directive to restrict immigration enforcement actions. The mayor also highlighted the city's momentum in economic development, with growth across sectors like healthcare, aerospace, and the Port of Everett. Investments in infrastructure, transportation, libraries, the animal shelter, and education were also detailed. The mayor outlined Everett's comprehensive public safety approach, including expansions of the police and fire departments, alternative response programs, and partnerships to address homelessness and behavioral health. The mayor also announced plans for an outdoor event center and Everett's role as a FIFA World Cup fan zone, showcasing the city's ambitions to be a regional destination.

  • The mayoral directive on immigration enforcement was issued last week.
  • In 2025, Everett issued nearly 1,600 business licenses, more than triple the number when the mayor first took office.
  • Last year, the Everett Fire Department responded to over 27,500 calls for service, averaging 75 calls per day.
  • The new 737 production line at Boeing Everett is planned to open this summer.
  • Everett will host FIFA World Cup fan zone events on June 11, 12, 18 and 19, 2026.

The players

Everett Mayor

The mayor of the city of Everett, Washington, who delivered the 2026 State of the City address.

Waymo

An American autonomous driving company and a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc., Google's parent company.

Robert Jenkins

A San Francisco resident.

Gordon Edgar

A 31-year employee who oversees Rainbow's cheese counter.

Dave Somers

The Snohomish County Executive and Sound Transit Chair.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

The State of the City address highlights Everett's focus on fostering an inclusive, welcoming community, driving economic growth and diversification, enhancing public safety through a comprehensive approach, and investing in key community resources and infrastructure. The city's ambitions to be a regional destination, anchored by major development projects and events, demonstrate Everett's momentum and vision for the future.