For local government to effectively serve the community, trust is essential. At the Department of Neighborhoods, we know that community trust in government isn’t inherent, nor should it be. Trust is something that should be earned by walking the talk, acknowledging a role in historical injustices, and actively working to… [ Keep reading ]
Versión en EspañolDịch tiếng Việt The public is invited to share its feedback regarding proposed site plan revisions at Rainier Beach High School located at 8815 Seward Park Ave S., Seattle, WA 98118. The Seattle School District is requesting site plan revisions in addition to recently completed departures, which are… [ Keep reading ]
Updated: October 27, 2021 Versión en Español Dịch tiếng Việt The public is invited to share its feedback regarding the development plans for Rainier Beach High School located at 8815 Seward Park Ave S., Seattle, WA 98118. The Seattle School District is requesting modifications (also known as “departures”) from several… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle’s Landmarks Preservation Board will consider the nomination of Florence Crittenton Home (9236 Renton Avenue S) on Wednesday, October 21 at 3:30 p.m. The meeting will be held virtually. Meeting participation is limited to access by the WebEx meeting link or the telephone call-in line that will be provided in… [ Keep reading ]
It’s not too late to complete the 2020 Census! Join the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods at one of our Census Pop-Up events throughout the City on Wednesday, September 23. Our Community Liaisons will be available to answer your questions, help you fill out the Census, and give away face coverings… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle’s Landmarks Preservation Board will consider the nomination of Rainier Beach High School (8815 Seward Park Avenue S) on Wednesday, September 16 at 3:30 p.m. The meeting will be held virtually. Meeting participation is limited to access by the WebEx meeting link or the telephone call-in line that will be… [ Keep reading ]
The Seattle Department of Neighborhoods (DON) is seeking seven community members to serve on an advisory committee that will recommend whether to grant a zoning modification needed for development of a 40,000-square foot school in the Hillman City neighborhood. The Washington Charter School Development, Inc. (WCSD) is requesting a modification… [ Keep reading ]
You asked for it, youth of Seattle! And, now, with unprecedented ‘City’ speed, we just rolled out the first of many Youth Voice, Youth Choice projects. To refresh your memory, Safe Routes to Schools was one of the projects that you prioritized via Youth Voice, Youth Choice with YOUR VOTE… [ Keep reading ]
The “Light Up the Beach” Holiday Challenge is on in Rainier Beach! This new event, created by the Rainier Beach Merchants Association and sponsored by Seattle Department of Neighborhoods and Rainier Beach Safeway, challenges storefront proprietors along Rainier Ave South, from South Henderson to “Old Town” Rainier Beach at 57th… [ Keep reading ]
Free training on emergency preparedness will be offered at six Southeast Seattle P-Patch community gardens beginning in September. The training will cover basic preparedness, how to stay safe in an earthquake, using the P-Patch as a Community Emergency Hub, and a review of supplies that will be stored at the… [ Keep reading ]
