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Through our Partnerships for Parks initiative, we establish corporate partnerships that increase recreational opportunities for King County residents and generate new revenue to support the operations and maintenance of our 25,000-acre system. We strive to ensure that corporate partnerships reflect the aesthetic and values of King County Parks in supporting vibrant communities and healthy lifestyles. We pursue mutually beneficial agreements with our partners, such as: concessions, naming rights, event sponsorships, gifts and grants, marketing and advertising, utilities and lease agreements, and public/private real estate development, among many other projects.
These partnerships provide critical financial support for our parks! In 2007, King County voters approved a six-year levy, which funds about 50% of the costs associated with operating and maintaining our parks and trails. The value of initiatives such as Partnership for Parks helps leverage King County taxpayers’ investment by generating additional revenue and creating
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