Finding the right person to talk to in city government can be difficult. We are here to help you, and we are making it easier for you to talk to someone at the City of Seattle. In 2025 we started a pilot program that brought Seattle Department of Neighborhoods Community Engagement Coordinator into neighborhood libraries two days a month for community members to ask questions, seek help, or share ideas. People showed up, and the time proved to be a useful opportunity for folks to connect with City staff. We’re excited to announce that we are continuing the DON office hours in 2026! Interpretation will be available through a translator over the phone. City staff will coordinate the call. Click here for a list of languages for translation.
Meet Our Staff
The Community Engagement Coordinators are City staff members who work with Seattle residents to help them with their needs. They can help you find City resources, services, and programs in your neighborhood.
Rosa Garcia, West Seattle and South Park
Se habla español / I speak Spanish
South Park Branch
Second Tuesday of the month, 2-5 p.m.
High Point Branch
Fourth Tuesday of the month, 2-5 p.m.
Najma Sheikh, Central Seattle
Af Soomali / I speak Somali
Douglass-Truth Branch
Second Tuesday of the month, 2-5 p.m.
Hing Hay Coworks (not a library branch)
First Thursday of the month, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Alvin Edwards, Southeast Seattle
Beacon Hill Branch
Third Wednesday of the month, 2-5 p.m.
Rainier Beach Branch
Second Wednesday of the month, 2-5 p.m.
North Seattle
We are in the process of hiring for North Community Engagement Coordinator position. Currently, our Community Capacity Advisor Katie Sheehy is holding these office hours.
Northgate Branch
First Tuesday of the month, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Lake City Branch
Third Thursday of the month, 12-3 p.m.
