Concessions/
Vendors

Concerts at Marymoor

Dasani Community Bikes

Aegis Living
Reflexology Paths

FEATURED PARTNERS

Group Health

With their focus on healthy living and health lifestyles, Group Health and King County Parks have a lot in common. So we've teamed up several times with them over the years, in a partnership that has been rewarding for both parties. Most recently, Group Health sponsored our first annual Big Backyard 5K benefit run/walk in May 2010. Group Health also supported many bike-related events and activities, such as our regional trails system and the velodrome at Marymoor Park. Thanks Group Health for you continued support of King County Parks!

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 efficiencies that keep our parks open and safe for all to enjoy.

Learn more: View these presentations about King County Parks' public-private initiatives.