In 2009 over 1,500 people helped plan the future of their neighborhoods in North Beacon, North Rainier and Othello. Now it’s time to get things done. Come help prioritize next steps and sign up for project action teams. Plans: North Rainier and Othello Date: May 18 Time: 6:00 to 7:45… [ Keep reading ]
The King County Road Services Division will be hosting a second public meeting in South Park relating to the South Park bridge closure. The Department of Neighborhoods has been working the Office of Economic Development to outreach to South Park businesses and community organizations to address each of their concerns… [ Keep reading ]
Do you want to have your questions answered by Mayor McGinn or a City Council member? Do you want the opportunity to talk with experts about issues that you are passionate about, such as youth violence or the environment? If yes, then come to the Seattle Youth Town Hall on… [ Keep reading ]
These neighborhoods are located in CleanScapes Thursday collection area and are the winners of the 2009/2010 $50,000 Neighborhood Waste Reduction Rewards competition! Residents in Thursday’s neighborhood collection area reduced their garbage, recycling and yard debris by 19% during the competition period and will receive a $50,000 community improvement project selected… [ Keep reading ]
SEATTLE – The city of Seattle has officially launched a $40 million federal New Markets Tax Credit Program that will provide low-cost private financing to businesses in targeted Seattle neighborhoods. Seattle’s allocation of New Markets Tax Credits (“NMTCs”) will be invested in commercial and mixed-use projects in neighborhoods exhibiting economic… [ Keep reading ]
The next Youth and Families Community Caucus, will be next Monday, May 3, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Ballard High School. Be sure your voice is heard on this important issue.
The Department of Neighborhoods will be participating in King County’s Public Forum on the South Park Bridge tonight at the Machinist Union Hall in South Park from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. King County will release a draft plan for the closure of the South Park Bridge. DoN will speak on… [ Keep reading ]
The 1962 World’s Fair was one of the most profound events in Seattle’s history. It triggered an unprecedented era of innovation, inspiration and growth – and it put the eyes of the world on the Pacific Northwest. 2012, the Fair’s 50th Anniversary, is a hallmark time of celebration and contemplation;… [ Keep reading ]
The Seattle Youth Commission presented its policy recommendations to Mayor McGinn on April 15. Youth Commissioners received positive feedback and direction on their ideas and were commended for their creative approach to these complex issues. Below is a summary of the proposals: 1) Pedestrian Safety – Expansion of the existing ‘Safe… [ Keep reading ]
Friends of McDonald School is a volunteer organization that raises money for community space improvements on the McDonald Elementary School grounds at 54th St. and Latona Avenue in north Wallingford. In 2008 the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods Neighborhood Matching Fund (NMF) Program awarded the group $15,000, which, combined with $9000… [ Keep reading ]