Seattle Parks and Recreation Invites Community Collaboration for Dr. Blanche Lavizzo Park

Seattle, WA-Seattle Parks and Recreation(SPR) invites community members to participate in continued conversation about Dr. Blanche Lavizzo Park and how the Park can evolve to better serve all users.  Please join us on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, from 6 to 7:30 pm at Garfield Community Center, 2323 E. Cherry St.  Doors will open at 5:30 pm. 

Dr. Blanche Lavizzo Park is located at 2050 S. Jackson St. Dr. The park is a narrow park that connects S Jackson St. and E Yesler Way. Its many oak, poplar, and other shade trees give the park a sense of seclusion even though it is in the heart of the Central District surrounded by houses and apartments.  The only item fenced off in the park is the shelter on the north section of the park.

SPR would like to thank everyone who provided feedback related to their experiences and potential opportunities at Dr. Blanche Lavizzo Park in November. We have provided a summary of that feedback on the project page listed below. At this upcoming February meeting we will share options for activation, review preferred uses, and identify next steps.

For more information please visit http://engageseattleparks.com/dr-blanche-lavizzo-park-activation or contact Jonathan Garner at jonathan.garner@seattle.gov.