A proposed Belltown tower checks the box for community engagement without actually engaging the community. Let SDCI know it’s time for a do-over.

Funded plans to explore a “Portal Park” adjacent to the old Battery Street tunnel site were put on hold last year when Mayor Durkan decided to consider other options. After a year of inaction a dedicated group of activists is renewing its efforts to “Recharge the Battery” and give downtown residents some much needed green space. Read On

Seattle’s massive budget short fall and COVID-related costs are forcing cuts to essential services affecting public health, transportation and safety.

$600 million in new projects in June — during a pandemic? Something smells rotten.