The Brief Seattle City Council members are criticizing Mayor Katie Wilson's decision to seek Police Chief Shon Barnes' resignation, citing concerns about timing and transparency. A sharp political divide has erupted at Seattle City Hall following Mayor Katie Wilson's sudden request for Seattle police Chief Shon Barnes’ resignation. The sudden departure has drawn swift and stern responses from multiple Seattle City Council members, who criticize both the decision itself and a troubling lack of communication from the mayor’s office. Seattle City Councilmember Bob Kettle reacts to Seattle police Chief Shon Barnes' resignation. FOX 13 made several requests on Thursday to speak with Mayor Wilson about Barnes’ resignation and the decision-making behind it.