CITY OF SEATTLE
RESOLUTION __________________
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A RESOLUTION identifying the opportunity to develop a regional transportation hub adjacent to Westlake Park; creating a vision for how this hub will integrate with the surrounding neighborhoods; and setting forth directions for functionality, safety, and urban compatibility, along with guiding principles for the public projects planned for the area adjacent to Westlake Park.
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WHEREAS, Westlake Park and its surrounding area have long served as a civic center, a place at the intersection of social gatherings, park use, urban living, retail shopping, and a transit hub; and
WHEREAS, there are three public projects scheduled for the area surrounding Westlake Park, including the Westlake Park Renovation Phase 1, which is currently underway and scheduled for completion by Spring 2026, the Sound Transit Westlake Station expansion to support the Ballard Link light rail extension, and future planning for Monorail station upgrades to improve safety, reliability, and passenger capacity; and
WHEREAS, these public projects, along with Metro transit routes that serve the Westlake area, will create a comprehensive multi-modal transportation hub that is essential for a connected and efficient regional transportation system, as well as public spaces that are welcoming, lively, and safe, contributing to the livability and economic vitality of the downtown core; and
WHEREAS, the City convened a Westlake Civic Committee in 2025 to review projects underway and establish a shared planning framework for the area around Westlake Park and establish guiding principles to inform planning and the integration of the public projects that will impact this area; and
WHEREAS, the members of the Westlake Civic Committee included the following individuals who represent residents and businesses immediately adjacent to Westlake Park, along with others with a historical perspective and understanding:
Mari Horita, Co-Chair (Downtown Seattle As...
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