Seattle Park Hours Reduced for Citywide Safety Measures

Seattle park hours reduced for citywide safety measures

To curb illegal parties and late-night street racing in and around local parks, Seattle introduced a new set of strict regulations this summer. Officials say the crackdown is part of a broader safety plan aimed at making parks more welcoming during the day and quieter at night, according to The Seattle Times. The new rules include shortened summer hours at some of Seattle’s most popular beaches, such as Alki Beach and Golden Gardens. These parks…

Police patrols, earlier closures included in Seattle's summer safety plan for some parks

When it comes to mitigating rowdy or criminal behavior in waterfront parks this summer, Seattle officials say they will rely on additional police patrols, earlier curfews, and physical barriers, among other measures.

Seattle cuts summer hours at Alki Beach, Golden Gardens, other parks

This Memorial Day weekend brought permanent, shortened summer hours at Alki Beach, Golden Gardens and a host of other Seattle Parks and Recreation sites. Drag racing, shootings, assaults and general...