Dear SODO Stakeholders,Over the past two weeks we have been working closely with other Seattle BIAs to ensure small businesses voices are heard during this difficult time and period of uncertainty. We are asking Mayor Durkan and City Councilmembers and to sign on to the ‘Seattle Small Business Pledge” to redefine the expectations on behalf of our small business community. The pledge lists basic needs and safety measures to ensure clean, safe, welcoming and vibrant business … More

Dear SODO Businesses,As we continue to navigate this difficult time we will continue to share resources, news, and services that you may find helpful. We understand the concern and impacts of the COVID-19 on our SODO community and are here to help and support in any way we can. We will also continue to share other information that impacts our neighbrhood!Please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We are here for any issues you may … More

Dear SODO Stakeholders,We need your help! Small businesses have been hit the hardest in the Covid-19 pandemic and its subsequent economic crisis and will struggle for years to come. During this historic period, we are recognizing this moment of shifting ideology and policies, and the fight for racial and social justice. As we reckon with generations of systemic racism, particularly towards Black and Brown people, we are left with redefining what public safety – both … More