Parks Survey
In 2023, the city of Seattle renewed and expanded its agreement with the Downtown Seattle Association to manage more downtown urban spaces, growing DSA’s portfolio from three to five downtown parks and public spaces. Today, our full-time staff manages and programs Westlake Park, Occidental Square, Pioneer Park, McGraw Square and Bell Street Park. We outfit the spaces with colorful furniture, free games, lights, live music and activities for all to enjoy. In addition to daily activations, we also host larger free seasonal events at the parks throughout the year. DSA also provides private security and staffing.
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Partners
To enhance downtown parks and other public spaces, DSA partners with the Seattle Department of Parks and Recreation, to manage and activate Westlake Park, Occidental Square, Pioneer Park, McGraw Square and Bell Street Park.
Occidental Square and Westlake Park are managed by the Downtown Seattle Association in partnership with Seattle Parks and Recreation.
Contact Info
General Park Info:
Michael Johnson, Director of Parks & Public Spaces
206-613-3902
michaelj@downtownseattle.org
Sponsorships:
Jennifer Casillas, VP, Public Realm & Ambassador Operations
206-613-3225
parks@downtownseattle.org
Art and Public Space Projects:
Seth Geiser, Manager, Urban Planning & Design
206-613-3916
sethg@downtownseattle.org
Park Rules
The Seattle Municipal Code prohibits:
- Placing any structure or obstruction in the park without a permit
- Dogs or other pets that are not leashed; person with dog must carry and use equipment for removing feces.
- Sale of merchandise without a permit
- Amplified sound without a permit.
- Camping
- Liquor (open or closed container)
- Littering
- Skateboarding, roller-skating
- Illegal gambling
- Urinating or defecating
Parks Code of Conduct (enforceable under SMC 18.12.040) prohibits:
- Depriving others of their use or enjoyment of the park
- No smoking
- Unattended items
- Creating a risk of harm to any person or property
- Obstructing pedestrian traffic; interfering with the provision of services or the use of park property
- Disrupting Parks and Recreation activities.
- Abusive or harassing behavior