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Capitol Hill Pride
March & Rally 2024!


Sat. June 22, 2024
Cal Anderson Park
Seattle, WA


Free, no fees, no fences, no age restrictions.
Come enjoy the event!
Come join us each year as in remembering Stonewall and the origins of Pride weekend.
Capitol Hill Pride Doggie Drag Costume Contest, Fashion Cat Walk Contest
Speakers, Artists, Musicians and Community

Advocating Police Reform, Social Justice, Equality while celebrating Pride
Support your local Pride and Community!
Activism at its Finest!

Invitation to everyone, LGBTQ and anyone of any orientation, color, background, race, nationality and
organizations in support of diversity and equality!

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Land Acknowledgment

We would like to acknowledge that we are on the land of the Sdoh-doh-hohbsh people who have stewarded this land for generations and the traditional land of the first people of Seattle, the Duwamish People past and present and honor with gratitude the land itself and the Duwamish Tribe. We are honored and humbled to be afforded the opportunity to serve our community in this space.

Spontaneous Line Dancing or Dance off? at Cal Anderson Park


Winner 2024
Winner of the 2024 Doggie Drag Costume Contest - Sadie Rebecca Smalls Lee Yount with proud parents Amy and Eva.
Mexican Consulate
Elizabeth Aguirre  - Protection Department and Maricela Guevara  - General Health Information Program - at the Mexican Consulate's Protection Dept. information table.

  JimJim, a military Veteran attends the Capitol Hill Pride March & Rally
Albee and Eliz
Albee of KPC DJ and Sound and Elizabeth start off the dancing

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Schedule!

10:00 Welcome, Land Acknowledgement
Directors of Capitol Hill Pride and Founders of the Capitol Hill Pride Festival -  Charlette LeFevre and Philip Lipson
Opening Welcome, Land Acknowledgment and remembering Stonewall's 55th Anniversary. Welcoming an information table by the Consulate of Mexicospeakers and everyone under the rainbow.
Mexican Flag

The Consulate of Mexico will be providing an informational table

Protection Department's information table will now also include the General Health Information Program. This addition includes mental health services for LGBTQ+ communities, information on discrimination, and topics on how to protect the community from hate crimes, sensitivity regarding the right to gender diversity, and empowerment and economic entrepreneurship for the LGBTQ+ community.

Elizabeth Aguirre (Protection Department) and Maricela Guevara (General Health Information Program) will be on hand to answer questions.

MC Sasha Scarlett
Sasha
MC Sasha Scarlett - Sasha Scarlett is an Emmy-nominated, professional entertainer who began her career at the world-famous Darcelle's Nightclub in Portland more than 25 years ago. Since then Sasha has been a 3-time Miss Gay Las Vegas, Miss San Diego Gay Pride and Miss Portland Gay Pride as well as a popular performer in Portland and Seattle for brunch and drag shows. She is a former host for Seattle's longest-running drag and brunch shows at Julia's on Broadway in Capitol Hill. Sasha has produced the biggest adult Halloween party in the PNW called the Portland Erotic Ball for the past 25 years. Sasha was named Outstanding Community Builder by the City of Portland in 2011 and recognized for her Outstanding Contributions to the Las Vegas LGBT Community. She is a parent of 3 and resides in Seattle, WA.

MC Liv Morgan
Askaa
MC Liv Morgan aka Asukaa Jaxx - MC
Seattle Activist and Intersex Representative

Is the first ever intersex write-in candidate on the August primary ballot. Liv Morgan wants to permanently stop the sweep's of the unhoused neighbors on the streets, free transportation, put full funding into the libraries, the art's, fully fixing our infrastructure, have a real mental health system in Seattle and achieving the full Stonewall equality that intersex folks finally deserve.
10:30 Author Josh Binda
Josh Binda
Author Josh BindaLynnwood City Council Member and Author In his groundbreaking debut book “ Breaking Barriers,” Josh Binda invites readers to unlock their true potential and shatter the limitations holding them back in life. As a newly elected Council Member in 2022, at age 21 Josh became the youngest African American ever elected in Washington state history and is currently one of the youngest politicians in the nation.Josh Binda was the Chair of the Diversity Equity and Inclusion Commission for Lynnwood and continues to find ways to bring representation from all perspectives of the community to the city.
11:00 Author David Neiwert
David Neiwert
Author David Neiwert- David Neiwert is a freelance investigative journalist based in the Seattle area and the author of numerous books, most recently The Age of Insurrection: The Radical Right's Assault on American Democracy (Melville House, 2023). A veteran of Pacific Northwest newsrooms, David Neiwert won a National Press Club award in 2000 for his reportage on domestic terrorism and the International Latino Book Award for nonfiction in 2014. He was the Pacific Northwest correspondent for the Southern Poverty Law Center from 2013 through 2018.

12:00 Stonewall March around Cal Anderson Park
Stonewall Riots, June 28, 1969  
Photo from The New York Daily News, Sunday, June 29, 1969
March2021
The Stonewall riots were a historical turning point in LGBT rights. Often compared to the civil rights turning point of Rosa Parks, the riots took place on June 28, 1969, at the Stonewall Inn in New York City when gays and youth stood up against harassing police raids and arrests for being gay which were common at the time.

Pride events are considered civil rights events because they commemorate the Stonewall Uprising of 1969, which was a response to discriminatory laws and practices and was influenced by the Civil Rights Movement. 


Legend has it that the raid was started by a simple penny being thrown at a police officer.
For 2024 the Capitol Hill Pride March will start with a symbolic penny toss.

1969 Penny

Today, Pride marches and parades are held around the world at the end of June commemorating the anniversary of the riots. Communities such as Capitol Hill in Seattle have become neighborhoods where bars, restaurants and businesses have become safe places for gays and lesbians to be open about their sexual orientation without fear of being arrested or harassed.

In modern times ongoing inequality, basic human rights and international persecution underlines the need for persons and businesses to demonstrate their support for the LGBT community and today what has become known as Pride.
12:30pm Moment of Silence Moment of Silence

1:00 Capitol Hill Doggie Drag Costume Contest
Enter to show your Pride and win a gift basket!
KaliWinner 2022
Congratulations to Kali- Winner of the 2022 Capitol Hill Doggie Drag Costume Contest!
Winner 2012 Winner
2021
2021 Winner
Stella 2019 Winner StellaWinner09 First Doggie Drag Winner in 2009.
2pm Capitol Hill Fashion Cat Walk Contest

Red Shoe
Sign up for the Catwalk Contest the day of the event!
Bring forth your fierce inner Cat and show us your fashion!
3:00 Fragile Bloom Music Band
Fragile Bloom

Fragile Bloom (Seattle indie dream pop duo) is a compilation between vocalist/bassist/groovebox gal Amber Cunningham and drummer/mixing engineer, Meesh Boscole.


4:00 Emerald City Cats
Ephiphany
Emerald City Cats formerly Epiphany of Time
Seattle based pianist, singer, song writer, Thelxie Eaves, Kateah and Nims will immerse you in a genuine, organic, and heart-felt universe with the music of Emerald City Cats

Emerald City Cats will be playing their original songs Snubs, Wheels Turning, Master Patch in the Green Forest, and classics like Moon dance, Stray Cat Strut, and Blue Suede Shoes.

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5:00 Mid Pak Music Band
Mid Pak

6-6:30pm Welcome to Oz Theater Skit
Welcome to Oz
 

6:30pm Gov. Candidate EL'ona Kearney
ELona Kearney
EL'ona Kearney's, candidate for governor, journey is one of resilience and determination. An Army veteran, devoted wife of a union worker, published author, and forgiveness coach, her slogan "Removing Labels" reflects her core values: unity, community, and support. Since high school, she has organized events that challenge stereotypes and promote character over assumptions. Running a collaborative, community-driven campaign, she proudly declares, "We are running for governor."EL’ona has a rich background in military intelligence, Jr. Vice Commander of her VFW, founder of a nonprofit teaching youth about legislation, and lobbying for education funding. Her track record of presenting bill proposals and testifying on critical legislation underscores her commitment to effecting positive change.
7-8pm General Dancing
MC Sasha Scarlett
Sasha

8:00 Lexy Stray Guitarist
Lexy Stray
Lexy Stray a blues and rock singer songwriter who also streams on tiktok under lexystray.
Putt Putt
Come for Family, Fun and Friends!
An all ages community activity!
Pop up Putt Putt games at your local park will be featuring small light weight art installations and providing fun physical activity for all ages.
Upcoming Art sculptures include Unicorn, Dragon, Castles, Pirate ship miniatures made with paper mache and environmentally friendly material.
Check out JJ Froyogo Soft Ice Cream and Fat Free Frozen Yogurt at the event! JJFroyogo

Photos from 2023!
Thank you Speakers, Artists and Performers!

Lexy Ry Armstrong and Lexy Stray perform Lexy River  Lexy Stray performing with River
Pedersen Sen. Jamie Pedersen speaks
 Epiphany Ephiphany of Time performs Starbucks Protest 
Marching with Starbucks Workers United at Starbucks Roastery

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Puppy enjoys the water and Super Liv and Philip Lipson pay tribute
 Liv  

We stand proud in the fact we will never charge admission or ask for donations
based on anyone's skin color.

Dr. King once said he had a dream that we would live in a nation where a person should
not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.
We are almost there.

Safety Information

From SPD and the Seattle Police LGBTQ Advisory Council

The Power to Protect Yourself
What you can do about hate crimes
  • Physically protect yourself first. Defuse the situation if possible. Do not respond to taunts. Walk away, don't make yourself vulnterable.
  • Call 9-1-1 immediately, Police need to know about hate crimes. State you are reporting malicious harassment RCW 9A.36.080 or SMC 12A.06.115 (see below).
  • Note the physical descriptions of the perpetrators in as much detail as possible.
  • Write down everything that was said and done, the time and location.
  • When you report the incident to police, request case number for future reference.
  • I you know the perpetrators, contact the court for information about obtaining a no-contact/anti-harassment order.
  • If you see something, get involved. Be a witness if someone else is a victim.

Active Shooter Training
ABC - A-Avoid, B-Barricade, C-Combat.
Know beforehand your exits at any event or venue.

The Definition of Hate Crimes
Although the term, "Hate Crimes", is the most frequently used term throughout the U.S., the true definitions may differ depending on the jurisdiction and/or state you reside in.  In the State of Washington, the correct term is Malicious Harassment.

In Seattle, there are three bias-related categories that are documented on police reports Malicious Harassment, Crimes with a bias Element, and Bias Incident. 

Malicious Harassment encompasses verbal and/or written threats of assault, robbery, property damage, or actual assaults, property damage, robbery, etc., primarily directed at the victim because of the suspect's perception of the victim's race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, or any other factors listed by law which is the primary reason for the threats, assaults and/or property damage and a report should be made.  Call 911 immediately and advise the dispatcher of what happened, you believe it was bias or a hate crime what was said and done, any injuries you have, and a description and direction of travel of the suspect(s).  If safe to do so, remain at the scene until police arrive or notify the 911 operator of your new location.  State law: RCW 9A.36.080  or Seattle Municipal Code: SMC 12A.16.115

Crimes with Bias Elements occurs when the victim is threatened, assaulted, robbed, has their property damaged, etc., by a suspect when, during the commission of the crime, any comments are made directly and/or indirectly that relate to the suspect's perception of the victim's race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, etc. that appears to be a secondary motivation for the crime.  The victim should follow the same protocol in calling 911 and reporting the incident. 

Bias Incidents are non-criminal situations that do not fall within the above-listed categories, where a subject uses/directs offensive words at an individual and/or group during constitutionally protected free speech that the recipient(s) considers offensive AND does not accompany those words with direct threats and/or actions.   You do not need to know what category your incident belongs in to report a hate crime.
Call 911 if you are the victim of a crime.

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Tin Table

Visit Capitol Hill's Tin Table
915 E. Pine St inside the Oddfellows Building across from Cal Anderson Park

Check out our past Speakers and Musicians from Past Years

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As the twelve year annual event has grown to become one of the Northwest’s largest Pride events and Capitol Hill’s largest, we are dedicated to creating awareness of the LGBTQAI community in what is recognized as a Constitutionally protected annual event for Pride weekend.
We also have confidence in the many supporting restaurants, businesse
s non-profits and artists in promoting the LGBTQAI cause whether it’s through their art, business or personal expression.

 

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Thank You to our Sponsors and Supporters!
 BBOA, Northwest Museum of Legends and Lore, Castle and Trading Musician
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Thank You for Standing Strong!

LGBTQAI non-profits, Capitol Hill Businesses, BBOA - Broadway Business Owners Association,  Volunteers, and Supporters will present the thirteenth annual Capitol Hill Pride event

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Stonewall, Never Forget

Stonewall Riots, June 28, 1969

 Photo from The New York Daily News, Sunday, June 29, 1969

The Stonewall riots were a historical turning point in LGBT rights. Often compared to the civil rights turning point of Rosa Parks, the riots took place on June 28, 1969, at the Stonewall Inn in New York City when gays and youth stood up against harassing police raids and arrests for being gay which were common at the time.

Legend has it that the raid was started by a simple penny being thrown at a police officer.

Today, Pride marches and parades are held around the world at the end of June commemorating the anniversary of the riots. Communities such as Capitol Hill in Seattle have become neighborhoods where bars, restaurants and businesses have become safe places for gays and lesbians to be open about their sexual orientation without fear of being arrested or harassed.

In modern times ongoing inequality, basic human rights and international persecution underlines the need for persons and businesses to demonstrate their support for the LGBT community and today what has become known as Pride.

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PRESS RELEASE
8/21/2023

For immediate release

 

Capitol Hill Pride requests the immediate removal of Seattle LGBTQ Liaison Officer Dorian Korieo.

On June 5 of 2023 Capitol Hill Pride requested to the City of Seattle and SPD the removal of Officer Dorian Korieo from his position as LGBTQ Liaison within SPD for violations of safety, violating Pride event bans of uniformed officers, misconduct and failure to perform duties as a liaison. The City of Seattle and SPD to date have not responded to this request.

Capitol Hill Pride was incredibly disappointed to hear by his own admittance that SPD LGBTQ Liaison Dorian Korieo was the very officer who defied the uniformed police ban at the Seattle Pride Parade in 2022 resulting in an OPA and continues to excuse the actions of five other uniformed officers who defied and verbally challenged the Capitol Hill Pride ban of uniformed officers in 2022 on the same OPA.

Capitol Hill Pride feels that Dorian Korieo is not fit to be a community Liaison, we have no confidence in his efforts and feel he should be removed from this position. We encourage SPD and the City of Seattle to appoint another Liaison, an officer who can respect community and develop other avenues of community outreach to improve public confidence.

 

The LGBTQAI community and the public deserve better.

 

History
Capitol Hill Pride had filed a complaint against Officer Dorian Korieo OPA case number 2023OPA-0001 for failure to provide traffic control for the 2023 annual Capitol Hill Pride March as outlined in Seattle Municipal Code
11.25. and for failure to schedule traffic control for last year’s Capitol Hill Pride 2022 march. 
By not respecting the ban by Pride organizations, openly defying requests in whichorganizers hope to create a safe space and non-conflict areas for attendees, by refusing to mediate a meeting with these officers and excusing their misconducton duty by stating “officers shop all the time”, failure to respond to Capitol Hill Pride’s request for SPD contact and traffic safety escortin 2022 and 2023 this year, we feel these actions affect the safety of these public events and undermines the Constitutional right to demonstrate.Koreio’s lack of response and communication over the last three years along with defiant statements are examples of the lack of effort from SPD to protectthe public and establish trust with the community.

Aug. 16th response from OPA states:
OPA investigations staff have determined that no violation of SPD policy had occurred. According to SMC 11.25.110, a march is defined as a “a parade of 50 or more persons.” It was determined that the event in question did not meet this requirement, and thereby SPD was not required per policy to provide traffic control. 

We consider this response an excuse given SPD has given traffic control in prior years and consider this inexcusable and negligent placing ourselves, the marchers and the public at risk. Due to the heightened security of the LGBTQ community this year, the numerous cars on the road and the cars which passed the marchers by on the adjacent lane, we feel SPD deflected their responsibility in providing public safety. Especially in light of the death of Summer Taylor in the summer of 2020 due to a vehicle assault and what appears to be the failure of SPD to provide adequate traffic escort.

Seattle Municipal Code 11.25.110 requires police to provide traffic control even for sidewalk protests and this was not provided.

Capitol Hill Pride had requested numerous times a confirmation from Dorian Korieo and Capt. Jim Britt to conduct traffic control for the Capitol Hill Pride March & Rally on Sat. June 24 which was not provided.
SPD failed to show up to even verify the number of attendees, contact or conduct any traffic control in the street or sidewalk crossings in any manner for the march on June 24th of this year.

In the preceding weeks, SPD has indicated they would not do traffic control if attendees are less than 50. Seattle Municipal code 11.25.119 only addresses requirements for a permit and we believe this part of the code has been conveniently misinterpreted.  

Seattle Municipal Code 11.25.030 also states  No parade permit shall be denied, revoked or modified, and no parade permit restrictions shall be imposed, due in whole or in part, to the contents of statements or viewpoints expressed by the parade participants.”

Nowhere does the code address a city’s waiver or right to decline safe traffic control and does not absolve the responsibility of police to provide traffic control for an annual march contingent of any size especially when requested.

Capitol Hill Pride has had a march component since 2015 for its annual event with an estimated 500 in the march from Cal Anderson Park in 2021.

Capitol Hill Pride has never used sidewalks due to the historic nature of the march remembering Stonewall, banner size and anticipated attendees.

Capitol Hill Pride believes the definition of a Liaison is to advocate for both parties and to work together and communicate to increase civil and human rights and safety. Because of these violations Capitol Hill Pride feels Dorian Korieo cannot be considered a Liaison and hence is requesting his immediate removal from this position.

For more information contact:

Charlette LeFevre and Philip Lipson

She/Her, He/Him

Directors, Capitol Hill Pride

capitolhillpridefestival.info/

206-523-6348

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Korieo violating ban

SPD Officer Dorian Korieo on far left appearing to violate
Seattle Pride Parade's uniformed officer ban in 2022.

(Photo by Jennifer Buchanan / The Seattle Times)

Police violating ban
Four SPD officers violating Capitol Hill Pride's ban of uniformed police officers within
event space in 2022 claiming they were "just shopping".
Capitol Hill Pride invites these officers to responsibly identify themselves.

 Capitol Hill Pride requests the removal
of Seattle LGBTQ Liaison Officer Dorian Korieo

Capitol Hill Pride believes Dorian Korieo in his position as Seattle LGBTQ Liaison should be removed for failure to follow safety policy, violating Pride event bans of uniformed officers, misconductand failure to perform duties as a liaison.

By not respecting the uniformed officer ban by Pride organizations, openly defyingrequests in which organizers hope to create a safe space and non-conflict areas for attendees, by refusing to mediate a meeting with these officers andexcusing their misconduct on duty by stating “officers shop all the time”, failure to respond to Capitol Hill Pride’s request for SPDcontact and traffic safety escort in 2022 and 2023 this year, we feel these actions affect the safety of these public events and undermines theConstitutional right to demonstrate.

Capitol Hill Pride was incredibly disappointed to hear by his own admittance that SPDLGBTQ Liaison Dorian Korieo was the very officer who defied the uniformed police ban at the Seattle Pride Parade in 2022 resulting inan OPA and continues to excuse the actions of five other uniformed officers who defied and verbally challenged the Capitol Hill Pride ban ofuniformed officers in 2022 on the same OPA.

Capitol Hill Pride feels that Dorian Korieo is not fit to be a community Liaison, wehave no confidence in his efforts and feel he should be removed from this position. We encourage SPD and the City of Seattle to appoint another Liaison,an officer who can respect community and develop other avenues of community outreach to improve public confidence.

Capitol Hill Pride believes the definition of a Liaison is to advocate for both partiesand to work together and communicate to increase civil and human rights and safety.


The LGBTQAI+ community and the public deserve better.
Sincerely, with Pride
Charlette LeFevre and Philip Lipson
She/Her, He/Him
Directors, Capitol Hill Pride

PRESS RELEASE 6/6/2023

Capitol Hill Pride Continues Ban of Uniformed Police for 2023 March & Rally

Capitol Hill Pride is announcing its continuation of its ban of uniformed police at the upcoming Capitol Hill March & Rally 2023 to be held Pride weekend Sat. June 24, 2023 at Seattle Central College campus and will continue to request police to stay at the perimeters to protect public safety.

In particular for 2023, in the spirit of strengthening relations, Capitol Hill Pride is inviting and encouraging former, current and new recruit officers to attend Capitol Hill Pride off duty and out of uniform to help celebrate Pride with the community.

To the safety and courtesy of the LGBTQAI+ and diversity community as well as the public our responsibility is to present a safe event and is dedicated to creating an atmosphere free of fear or harm and a safe space for members of the community.  

In 2021 Capitol Hill Pride issued a police ban following New York and Denver’s Pride ban of uniformed police and stands with other social justice organizations to advocate police reform.

Capitol Hill Pride will be continuing to uplift diversity organizations, youth groups and artists while encouraging awareness and strengthening community.

Sincerely, with Pride,
Charlette LeFevre and Philip Lipson
She/Her, He/Him
Directors, Capitol Hill Pride
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PRESS RELEASE





PRESS RELEASE

6/18/2021


Capitol Hill Pride stands firm in its commitment to equality and will not support discrimination.

Capitol Hill Pride cannot and will not be pressured into supporting in any manner any Pride event that is charging admission based on the color of a person’s skin. 

Capitol Hill Pride has worked with many LGBTQAI organizations over the years and our policy is to be inclusive, supportive and not divisive.  

We consider any discriminatory admissions policy a violation of the Equality Act.
Racial equality and unity does not come about by racial division. We feel strongly that elected representatives take an oath to represent everyone and not just one segment of the community or political party.

We will never charge admission over the color of a person's skin.

Capitol Hill Pride continues to work with ground level organizations to promote equality and social justice with community and stand proud in those values and we should not be pressured, attacked or defamed for our commitment.

 

Charlette LeFevre and Philip Lipson

Directors, Capitol Hill Pride
Capitol Hill Community Council VP 2008
capitolhillfestival@gmail.com

 

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PRESS RELEASE


PRESS RELEASE
5/21/2021
For immediate release

Capitol Hill Pride Bans Police from 2021 March & Rally and asks Chief to fire the Six SPD Officers who traveled to Washington DC.

Capitol Hill Pride is announcing a ban of police at the upcoming Capitol Hill March & Rally to be held Pride weekend Sat. & Sun. June 26-27, 2021 at Cal Anderson Park.

To the safety and courtesy of the LGBTQ and diversity community as well as the general public our responsibility is to present a safe event and is dedicated to creating an atmosphere free of fear or harm for members of the community.  As such, Capitol Hill Pride is announcing a ban of police at the event and will continue to request police to stay at the perimeters.

With the current Seattle lawsuits of police misconduct using blast balls and tear gas against peaceful protestors, the six names of the SPD who visited Washington DC Jan. 6th still to be released and their extent of action in the Capitol Insurrection, along with ongoing concerns of white supremacy views within police departments, Capitol Hill Pride does not have confidence at this time in Seattle’s police ability to protect the public and to protect the public’s right to protest.

Capitol Hill Pride agrees with and applauds New York Pride’s ban of police presence until 2025 and stands with other social justice organizations to ban a police presence and advocate police reform.

In line with New York Pride, Capitol Hill Pride also believes the sense of safety that law enforcement is meant to provide can instead be threatening, and at times dangerous, to those in our community who are most often targeted with excessive force and/or without reason. We challenge Seattle Police to acknowledge their harmful actions, to correct their conduct, policies and improve their efforts moving forward.

As such, Capitol Hill Pride is also asking Interim Seattle Police Chief Adrian to fire the six officers who attended Washington DC during the time of the Capitol Insurrection Jan. 6th as we feel city employees knowingly traveling in support of people who are attempting an insurrection or any disruption of a democratic process even if their participation was as a passive observer, should be an offense that merits termination.

Capitol Hill Pride for the event instead hopes to work closer with the fire department, have a medic unit on site and host a safe and welcoming event.

Capitol Hill Pride will be continuing to uplift diversity organizations, youth groups and artists this year for 2021.

Charlette LeFevre and Philip Lipson

Directors, Capitol Hill Pride



Safety Announcement
Following protective Measures Guide for the U.S. Outdoor Venues, the organizers of the Capitol Hill Pride Festival will be coordinating communicating, operating, training and establishing a detailed safety plan for its event and working with local security.
We ask business owners and attendees to watch for strong suspicious activity and to help protect your community festival.
Guns and unauthorized sales and soliciting will not be allowed inside event area.

Information, Announcement and Signage

“For your safety, please do not bring in backpacks and large bags.  If you see something, say something”

Any strong suspicious activity observed or perceived should be reported immediately to 9-1-1 and then the directors.
Issues or concerns should be immediate relayed to:
Event Directors:
Charlette 206-523-6348, Philip Lipson 206-465-9601

We want to assure that every step is taken to assure the safety of businesses and attendees during one
of  Capitol Hill's largest events so we can celebrate this social justice equality festival.

Contact Information:

Capitolhillfestival@gmail.com

 

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