Public Meeting and Comment Period Announced for Revised Seattle Center Campus Rules

Seattle Center is amending its Campus Rules in order to update certain sections pertaining to street performers and to modify the Campus Exclusion Rule period from the current five days to up to a maximum of 365 days for violators of campus rules or any other applicable Seattle Center rules; Seattle Municipal Code, the Revised Code of Washington, or other applicable law. Copies of the proposed revised Campus Rules are available at www.seattlecenter.com or at the Director"s Office - Seattle Center, 305 Harrison Street, Suite 215, Seattle, WA, 98109 - Seattle Center House, 2nd Floor or by email by contacting denise.wells@seattle.gov. Written comments regarding the proposed revised Campus Rules may be submitted by 5 p.m., Dec. 19, 2010 to Denise Wells, Seattle Center, 305 Harrison Street, Suite 215, Seattle, WA, 98109 or to denise.wells@seattle.gov.

Seattle Center will also conduct a public meeting regarding the proposed revised Campus Rules on Dec.16, 2010, at 5:30 p.m. The public meeting will take place in Conference Room H located on the 3rd floor of Seattle Center House. The public comment period and meeting allow the public to comment on the proposed changes prior to issuance of the revised Campus Rules under Seattle Municipal Code Section 17.04.040 - Adoption of Rules and Regulations.

Seattle Center's vibrant pulse brings together people of all ages and walks of life to create thousands of extraordinary experiences that enrich millions of lives each year. Entertainment options abound - starting with nearly 500 free and affordable public programs and over 5,000 campus shows and events annually. The 74 - acre campus, with 17 acres of open space, is home to more than 30 cultural, educational, sports and entertainment organizations. This premier urban park exists to delight and inspire the human spirit in each person and bring together our rich and varied community. The 12 million visitors to Seattle Center each year generate $1.15 billion in business activity and $387 million in labor income for King County. For more information, visit http://www.seattlecenter.com.
Information kindly provided by Seattle Center Public Relations Department and the City of Seattle.