Ballard Commons has become a popular hangout for the homeless over the years. It’s also one of Ballard’s best parks — especially during the summer months — thanks to its central location, ample green space and kid-friendly spray fountains. This summer the Ballard Alliance is “cranking up the activities” in the park thanks to grant […]
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Police sweep campers in Ballard Commons
Tuesday PM update: The city of Seattle said its “navigation team” — specially-trained police officers and outreach workers — discovered two people and three structures in Ballard Commons Park on Monday morning. Both people declined the city’s offer for shelter. Spokesperson Will Lemke tells My Ballard that the city visited the unsanctioned encampment earlier this […]
Ballard Commons Boot Camp to kick off next week
A new outdoor fitness option is coming to Ballard! Personal trainer Christy Talamo is launching a Fitness Bootcamp at Ballard Commons (5701 22nd Ave NW) starting next Monday, August 8. The boot camp will meet every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 6 a.m. The fitness classes are offered through BodPerformance and the team is offering a free week […]
Ballard Commons fountain temporarily out of service
Seattle Parks and Recreation is sorry to report that the fountain at Ballard Commons Park (5701 22nd Ave NW) is not working due to an electrical problem. Crews are working to identify and correct it. Seattle Parks has confirmed that it may be Saturday, June 11, before the fountain is up and running again. Updates […]
Locals encouraged to report illegal activities at Ballard Commons
Locals are being encouraged to report illegal activities witnessed at Ballard Commons Park to the SPD in order to increase police presence in the area. My Ballard reader Cristina emailed in to share information that she learned from Ballard’s community police officer Michael Cruzan. “I was able to chat with Officer Cruzan regarding the drug and […]
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