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Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development @seattleopcd.bsky.social · 8d

South End Life: Graham Block Party Connects Community to Future Light Rail Station Plans.

The South Seattle Emerald reports: southseattleemerald.org/news/2025/09....

South End Life: Graham Block Party Connects Community to Future Light Rail Station Plans

As Sound Transit prepares to build the Graham Street light rail station, South End neighbors are shaping what growth should look like. A block party on Saturday, Sept. 27, shares updates and community...

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Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development @seattleopcd.bsky.social · 15d

Rooted And Rising: How Byrd Barr Place Is Confronting The Cost Of Gentrification In Seattle.

Read more about our Equitable Development Initiative partner, courtesy of the Seattle Medium: seattlemedium.com/byrd-barr-pl....

Rooted And Rising: How Byrd Barr Place Is Confronting The Cost Of Gentrification In Seattle

Discover the impact of gentrification on Seattle's African American community and the efforts of Byrd Barr Place to combat displacement and promote inclusive development.

seattlemedium.com

Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development @seattleopcd.bsky.social · 20d

Mayor Harrell is recruiting an Urban Designer to join the Seattle Design Commission!

We're looking for an urban designer to elevate the design of City capital projects and more. Experience in publicly funded development, policy, or plans is preferred.

👉Info: dailyplanit.seattle.gov/urban-design...

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Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development @seattleopcd.bsky.social · 22d

Do you have a cultural preservation or anti-displacement project in the Chinatown-International District that needs additional support?

👉🏽 Apply to be involved in our place-based group by October 17.

www.seattle.gov/opcd/current...

C-ID cultural preservation or anti-displacement project? New technical support opportunity. Info session: Tues, Sept. 30, 11am. App due: Fri, Oct. 24, 5 pm. An illustration of a pavilion is in the background.

Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development @seattleopcd.bsky.social · 29d

We are seeking a consultant to help lead the charge on engagement for our Lid I-5 project! Create and support an advisory group, connect with impacted communities, and more.

✍🏽 Proposals are due Tuesday, September 30, 2025 4:00 p.m.: procurement.opengov.com/portal/seatt....

Graphic with text overlay on a photo of downtown Seattle I-5 freeway with Freeway Park and high-rise buildings in the background. The text reads: “RFP OPEN. Due 9/30. Submit your proposal. Downtown I-5 Lid Engagement Consultant.”

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Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development @seattleopcd.bsky.social · 29d

The City seeks community leaders to apply for an open seat on the Indigenous Advisory Council, a nine-member commission that ensures Native voices help guide the future of the City of Seattle.

👉🏽 Apply by November 3: forms.office.com/pages/respon...

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The Urbanist @theurbanist.org · Sep 4

This September, The Urbanist is blending community-building with political advocacy as we head into the thick of Seattle Comprehensive Plan and election season. Join us at a Comp Plan-themed Madison Valley walking tour or a bike scavenger hunt.

Event details: www.theurbanist.org/2025/09/02/j...

Join The Urbanist for September Socials, Bike Ride, and Volunteer Training » The Urbanist

# This September, The Urbanist is blending community-building with political advocacy as we head into the thick of Seattle Comprehensive Plan and election season. Beyond our social meetups, join us at...

www.theurbanist.org

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Seattle Channel @seattlechannel.bsky.social · Sep 2

🚉Earlier today, @mayorofseattle.bsky.social unveiled plans to cut delays and manage costs for Sound Transit light rail expansion in Seattle. He was joined by @cmdanstrauss.bsky.social, @cmtmosqueda.bsky.social, and leaders from @transpochoices.bsky.social & @mlklabor.bsky.social.

Mayor introduces steps to speed up Seattle light rail projects

YouTube video by Seattle Channel

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Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development @seattleopcd.bsky.social · Sep 2

South Seattle ❤️ The Graham Block Party is Sept 27! Celebrate with food, music, family fun & a chance to learn more about the future Graham light rail station 🚋

📍 MLK & S. Eddy St | 11–3

Info: grahamblockparty.eventbrite.com

Graham Block Party! In bold block letters, with an illustration of a light rail car. Below are illustrations of people walking, biking, and playing along a path. One person is in a wheelchair playing with a basketball. Another person walks their dog. Below the illustration it says: Saturday, September 27, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., MLK Jr. Way & Eddy St., free.

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Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development @seattleopcd.bsky.social · Aug 27

The Urban Land Institute recently released "Development for Non-Developers", a guide to how development projects come together—and how communities can assure the project ultimately meets local needs.

Read more about the report: urbanland.uli.org/development-....

U.S. Development for Nondevelopers: How Development Projects Come Together

The mechanics of planning and building a major development may be familiar to real estate professionals, but the entire process can be opaque and intimidating to laypersons in the communities most dir...

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Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development @seattleopcd.bsky.social · Aug 25

We are working with the community to plan for the neighborhood surrounding the future Graham Station being built by Sound Transit. Along with @seattledot.bsky.social we are developing a Station Area Plan built on a community-identified vision.

Take our survey by August 31: tinyurl.com/GrahamSurvey1

Graham Street Station Area Planning - help shape the future of the neighborhood surrounding the future light rail station at MLK and Graham! And illustration below shows people playing, walking, biking, with a metro bus and a light rail car on each side. An illustrated map shows the area around the site of the future Graham St Station.

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Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development @seattleopcd.bsky.social · Aug 20

We're joining @theurbanist.org on Wednesday, September 10 to lead a walking tour of Madison Valley and to discuss proposed zoning changes that will affect the neighborhood. Bring your questions and learn more about our growth strategy.

More info here: www.theurbanist.org/2025/08/18/j...

Join The Urbanist and Seattle OPCD for Madison Valley Walking Tour » The Urbanist

# On September 10, The Urbanist is hosting a Madison Valley walking tour featuring staff from the Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development, who will discuss the

www.theurbanist.org

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Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development @seattleopcd.bsky.social · Aug 20

Our Equitable Development Initiative Request for Proposals is open! This year we'll continue to fund existing EDI projects to close gaps and help projects enter operations and fund new projects for both capacity building and capital.

Apply by Sept. 29: www.seattle.gov/opcd/current....

RFP open, EDI funding opportunity, applications due Monday, September 29, 11:59 p.m. In the background a sun peeks behind clouds.

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Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development @seattleopcd.bsky.social · Aug 19

Friendly reminder that our Graham Street Station Area Planning survey closes on August 31!

👉🏽 www.tinyurl.com/GrahamSurvey1

Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development @seattleopcd.bsky.social · Jun 26

We are working with the community to plan for the neighborhood surrounding the future Graham Station built by @sound-transit.bsky.social. Along w/ @seattledot.bsky.social we are developing a Station Area Plan built on a community-identified vision.

Fill out our survey: www.tinyurl.com/GrahamSurvey1

Graham Street Station Area Planning – help shape the future of the neighborhood surrounding the future light rail station at MLK and Graham! Below the text are illustrations of people walking, taking transportation, playing, driving and biking. Below the illustrations is a planning boundary map of the neighborhoods surrounding the proposed light rail station.

Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development @seattleopcd.bsky.social · Aug 12

Our Equitable Development Initiative 2025 Request for Proposals is now open! This year we will continue to fund existing EDI projects to close gaps and help projects enter operations and fund new projects for both capacity building and capital.

For more info: www.seattle.gov/opcd/current....

RFP Open, EDI Funding Opportunity, Applications Due Thursday, September 25 at 11:59 pm. In the background is an image of a sun peeking behind clouds.

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Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development @seattleopcd.bsky.social · Aug 11

Our Seattle Equitable Development Initiative (EDI) invites you to a roundtable-style series of virtual lunch and learns featuring peer funders from across the country.

Join us in the first of three this Thursday! Read all about it on our Daily Plan It blog: dailyplanit.seattle.gov/seattle-equi...

Seattle Equitable Development Initiative Peer Learning Exchange: In Place, In Practice, In Community - The Daily Plan It Blog

Seattle Equitable Development Initiative Peer Learning Roundtable Series Pull up a (virtual) chair and join the conversation! Our Seattle Equitable Development Initiative (EDI) invites you to a roundt...

dailyplanit.seattle.gov

Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development @seattleopcd.bsky.social · Jul 29

On Saturday, September 6, Friends of Waterfront Park and the City of Seattle celebrate the opening of Waterfront Park with an all-day Grand Opening Celebration!

More info: waterfrontparkseattle.org/grand-opening/.

Meet Me at Waterfront Park: A Grand Celebration Over 15 Years in the Making - Friends of Waterfront Park

Join us on September 6, 2025 for Waterfront Park Grand Opening, a once-in-a-generation transformation as Seattle's newest park fully opens!

waterfrontparkseattle.org

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Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development @seattleopcd.bsky.social · Jul 17

We have developed a list of consultants for Equitable Development Initiative grantees and others pursuing community real estate projects that will help develop strong projects and organizations.

Visit our Grantee Resources page to learn more: www.seattle.gov/opcd/current....

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Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development @seattleopcd.bsky.social · Jul 16

We are seeking to contract with a vendor for technical analysis, equitable community engagement, and completion of two Regional Centers Plans for the U District and Ballard. The Scope of Work described within this RFQ is for a maximum of $650,000.

Info: procurement.opengov.com/portal/seatt....

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Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development @seattleopcd.bsky.social · Jul 15

Estelita's Library Acquires Former Dragon Auto, Plans to Turn Site Into Cultural Center and Affordable Housing.

Learn more about our Equitable Development Initiative partner's latest efforts, courtesy of the @soseaemerald.bsky.social: southseattleemerald.org/arts-culture....

Estelita's Library Acquires Former Dragon Auto, Plans to Turn Site Into Cultural Center and Affordable Housing

Last month, Estelita's Library co-owners Dr. Estell Williams and Edwin Lindo closed a deal to buy the old Dragon Auto Repair and Transmission located on 17th Avenue South and South Forest Street. In m...

southseattleemerald.org

Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development @seattleopcd.bsky.social · Jul 14

The National Civic League recently announced that the City of Seattle is a 2025 All-America City Award recipient, recognizing the Food Action Plan, Transportation Electrification Infrastructure Plan, and the Seattle Water Needs You campaign.

www.nationalcivicleague.org/2025-all-ame....

2025 All-America City Finalist – Seattle, WA - National Civic League

www.nationalcivicleague.org

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Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development @seattleopcd.bsky.social · Jul 11

We are thrilled to join our Waterfront partners to celebrate the opening of Pier 58 on Friday, July 25! A community celebration will take place from 4-8 PM on Seattle’s waterfront by the Seattle Aquarium. Come dance, play and meet some beloved local mascots at this free family-friendly event.

Dance, learn and play at the Pier 58 opening event on July 25 from 4-8 pm. Family-friendly event, free and open to all. An illustration of a crab and a fish are at the bottom with the following website: waterfrontseattle.org. The illustration shows two people in the foreground, one wearing a helmet that looks like an octopus, the other wearing a costume on their head that looks like a starfish. Two other people are dancing in the background, next to a playground structure that is shaped like an octopus. Birds and the sun are in the air.

A bird's eye view of the newest playground structure on the waterfront, next to the ferris wheel located at the top of the photo.

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The Seattle Times @seattletimes.com · Jul 7

New state data shows Seattle's population hitting 816,600 in 2025, significantly higher than the most recent Census Bureau population estimate, writes FYI Guy.

Seattle’s population passes the 800,000 mark, state data shows

New state data shows Seattle's population hitting 816,600 in 2025, significantly higher than the most recent Census Bureau population estimate, writes FYI Guy.

www.seattletimes.com

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Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development @seattleopcd.bsky.social · Jul 2

Seattle Eases Accessory Dwelling Restrictions Just Ahead of State Deadline, via @theurbanist.org: www.theurbanist.org/2025/07/01/s...

Seattle Eases Accessory Dwelling Restrictions Just Ahead of State Deadline » The Urbanist

# Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) just got a bit easier to build in Seattle, as legislation passed in May went into effect yesterday. The reform will help Seattle meet state mandates to make ADUs easi...

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Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development @seattleopcd.bsky.social · Jun 30

Why Does This House Have a Skybridge?

Developments with a skybridge or hallway connecting two homes have been popping up all over Seattle in recent years.

Our planner Nick Welch provides some insight in this New York Times article: www.nytimes.com/2025/06/27/r....

A house with an attached skybridge to a smaller unit. A car is parked in the foreground.

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