Beginning in March of 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic dramatically changed Seattle’s downtown district as employers moved to remote work, tourism came to a halt, and other businesses shut down or relocated out of the urban core. The study areas of Pike/Pine and Pioneer Square are at risk of prolonged economic downturn and need revitalization.

Our Vision: Creative interventions that facilitate a unique and enticing experience for all who spend time in Seattle’s downtown. By 2023, downtown is a vibrant neighborhood offering businesses and services that serve local residents, workers, and visitors.