SEATTLE - Councilmember David J. Della announced the passage of legislation to acquire land in Capitol Hill for new park space. The land, currently a parking lot at 16th and Howell, will be acquired, in part, by funds from the Pro Parks Levy.
"With the density in many of our neighborhoods, it is important that we find ways to create more open space. The ability to turn a parking lot into a neighborhood park for families and children is a great opportunity," said Della. The Pro Parks Levy, approved by Seattle voters in 2000, has enabled the City to invest $198.2 million to help acquire land for parks and open space, develop hundreds of capital projects, enhance recreation programs, and improved the operations of parks throughout the city. Acquiring this property will help meet the City's goal of providing parks within walking distance for residents in our urban villages, particularly those in the Center City, and will serve the needs of families on Capitol Hill for many years to come.
"The future park site at 16th and Howell will provide another opportunity for all of Seattle's families to come together and share in a new park, adding to our city's treasured open space" said Della. "I am excited to work with the Parks Department on this project, and look forward to the positive impact this park will have on the neighborhood."
Councilmember David J. Della chairs the City Council's Committee on Parks, Education, Libraries and Labor. He is a Seattle native and a long-time community and labor activist. He is serving the Fourth year of his first term. For more information, please visit Councilmember Della's website at:
http://www.seattle.gov/council/della/
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