Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is preparing to close the Belltown Community Center at the end of 2018. The Center is leased, not owned by SPR, and the lease agreement for this building is expiring at the end of the year. The high cost of both real estate and rent… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is deeply saddened by the events that took place on May 8 outside of West Seattle stadium during an SPR youth track meet. Our thoughts are with the families, children, and staff who were present at the stadium. We are grateful to the police officiers,… [ Keep reading ]
Many Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed Monday, May 28, in observance of Memorial Day. These facilities and services are CLOSED: Community centers and teen centers Environmental learning centers Indoor swimming pools Green Lake Small Craft Center Mount Baker Rowing and Sailing Center Amy Yee Tennis Center These… [ Keep reading ]
Councilmember Juarez invited the Board of Park Commissioners to a sack lunch with her in the Sam Cook conference room at City Hall on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at 12:00 p.m. The Seattle Board of Park Commissioners is a nine-member citizen board created by the City Charter. Four members are… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle – May 3. At a roundtable with community leaders, Mayor Jenny A. Durkan highlighted several new investments in South Park. The investments include expanded youth programming, extensive facility renovations, as well as physical and safety improvements. More than $3.2 million will be spent for projects that have already started… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation is currently hiring seasonal Golf Course Groundskeeper I positions to work on our public golf courses (Jefferson, Jackson, West Seattle and Interbay). More than 200,000 rounds of golf are played annually at these courses, which provide a high-quality golf experience for all ages. A full turf team… [ Keep reading ]
As this school year ends, it’s time to begin thinking about the next…especially because school age care registration for the 2018-19 school year is right around the corner! Registration for school age care begins May 8, 2018! A $25 deposit saves your spot, and scholarships are available! Seattle… [ Keep reading ]
We’re hiring summer employees! Apply today! Imagine enjoying a summer of fun in Seattle’s parks, swimming pools, and beaches all while earning a paycheck! The busy summer season will soon be underway, and Seattle Parks and Recreation is now accepting employment applications for a variety of seasonal positions! Available positions… [ Keep reading ]
Tree trimming is the most dangerous job in America, and this Arbor Day we want to recognize the expertise and bravery of Seattle Parks and Recreation’s (SPR) Tree Crew. The SPR Tree Crew is comprised of eight arborists (a.k.a. tree trimmers) who are tasked with demand and preventative maintenance of… [ Keep reading ]
There’s no doubt that there are breathtaking views to be found in our parks, but there’s something particularly spectacular about seeing the sky light up with deep oranges and reds or soft pinks and purples. What better way to welcome longer days than by taking a sunrise stroll or watching… [ Keep reading ]
