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King County Parks | February 11, 2025 |
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Big News! Earlier today, King County Executive Dow Constantine announced a proposal to renew the King County Parks Levy, a six-year property tax levy which funds the maintenance, operations, safety, programming and expansion of our parks, trails, and open spaces.
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This 2026-2031 proposal was directly shaped by YOUR input. Through community meetings, surveys, and direct engagement, we heard what matters most to you: safety and belonging, as well as new parks, trails, recreation opportunities, and infrastructure.
That’s why this levy would make critical investments in increasing safety, enhancing recreation, improving facilities, and expanding our regional trails and outdoor spaces.
See the full image with more details at kingcounty.gov/parkslevy
The proposal is now with the King County Council, which will decide whether to put it on the August ballot. This levy provides approximately 85% of King County Parks' total funding and helps ensure that public spaces remain clean, safe, and accessible for everyone.
Key elements include:
- Increasing capacity to keep parks and trails clean, safe, and open
- New and improved amenities, including upgrades to Marymoor Park, the Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center, and regional ballfields.
- Funding new projects, such as Skyway’s first community center, additional off-leash dog areas, and a new nature park in east Federal Way.
- Expanded regional trails, completing key connections along Eastrail, Lake to Sound Trail, Green River Trail, and Soos Creek Trail to improve access and mobility.
- A first-ever climate response fund, available for features like cooling stations, splash pads, and energy-efficient facilities to help communities adapt to extreme weather.
- Increased funding for local cities and community organizations, ensuring equitable access to green spaces.
The levy proposal is intentionally designed to make sure that wherever you live in King County, you will have access to enhanced parks, trails, facilities, and recreational opportunities – places and activities that keep us healthy and connected.
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