Seattle closes three parks for safety but fails to curb nearby encampment growth.
SEATTLE — Seattle has temporarily closed three parks, citing ongoing safety concerns and misuse. But neighbors say the closures haven’t solved the problem — and a growing encampment across the street from an elementary school has them worried.
Seven Hills Park on Capitol Hill, Lake City Mini Park, and Blanche Lavizzo Park in the Central District were all closed Aug. 28. Seattle Parks and Recreation says the parks will remain closed for 60 days while the city considers changes such as new lighting, decorative fencing or removing certain amenities.
Neighbors who
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