Our Mission: To champion a healthy, vibrant urban core

Since DSA was founded in 1958, the Downtown Seattle Association (DSA) is a membership organization that works to revitalize and develop Downtown Seattle into a thriving, world-class destination. The strength of our advocacy programs is driven by the work and support of distinguished volunteers who lend their expertise to the achievement of our mission to champion a healthy, vibrant urban core.

Our 2009/10 Policy Priorities

Transportation, Access & Parking
Goal: Improve access to and from the Center City, and mobility within the Center City.

Priorities

• Ensure implementation of the bored-tunnel/surface/transit project results in good design and convenient access to Downtown.
  
• Increase transit use and service to, from, through and within the Center City.
  

Urban Environment
Goal: Provide clean, safe, attractive public spaces for everyone.

Priorities

• Reduce panhandling and drug dealing on Downtown Streets.
  
• Improve the physical environment in the public realm, with a priority on streetscapes and parks.

Economic Development
Goal: Achieve a healthy, diverse Downtown economy.

Priorities

• Advocate for policies that support job growth and competitiveness.
  
• Improve the economic well-being of Downtown through business recruitment and retention.