More letters join mayors conditional support for Broadway Crisis Care Center plan

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has conditionally supported a proposed mental health crisis center at Broadway and Union, emphasizing the need for safety assessments and a partnership with the Seattle Police Department. The Capitol Hill Community Council has expressed mixed feelings, citing public safety concerns while recognizing the potential benefits of the center. They praised the King County Department of Community and Human Services for its engagement with the community but noted that not all concerns have been addressed. The council called for a Good Neighbor Agreement to ensure that safety standards are met. Local library workers have also voiced their support, arguing for immediate action due to the ongoing mental health crisis in the neighborhood.

They criticized local business owners who oppose the center, asserting that the need for mental health services is urgent. Additionally, they urged the county to operate the clinics with qualified, publicly accountable, unionized labor. The mayor's conditional support marks a significant step in the public process surrounding the crisis center proposal.