Welcome, neighbors! Whether you own or rent, this page gathers trusted local links and city services in one place for everyone who calls Wallingford home. For the Council’s advocacy on specific issues, see the topic pages in our menu (Land Use & Housing, Transportation & Parking, Shorelines & Environment, and more).

Neighborhood Organizations & News

• Historic Wallingford — Stories, photos, and preservation of our neighborhood’s history and architecture.
• Wallyhood — Volunteer-run community blog covering Wallingford news and happenings.
• Wallingford Community Senior Center — Programs, meals, classes, and social services for older adults.
• Wallingford Branch, Seattle Public Library — Books, programs, and a neighborhood gathering place.

Food & Family Support

• FamilyWorks Resource Center & Food Bank — Free groceries and family support; open to all, no ID or income check required.
• Wallingford Farmers Market — Wednesdays in Meridian Park, late May through September.
• Tilth Alliance — Gardening education and community at the Good Shepherd Center.

Housing & Renters

These resources help all Wallingford neighbors find housing, understand their rights, and stay housed.

• Renting in Seattle — The City’s hub for renter rights and responsibilities, including the Renter’s Handbook and a help line (206-684-5700).
• Tenants Union of Washington State — Free tenant counseling and a rights hotline (206-723-0500).
• Solid Ground Tenant Services — Tenant education, eviction prevention, and the Tenant Services Line (206-694-6767).
• Find Affordable Rental Housing — Seattle Office of Housing guide to income-restricted apartments.
• HousingSearchNW.org — Free statewide rental listings search.
• Utility Discount Program — Income-eligible discounts on City Light and Seattle Public Utilities bills.
• Legal help: CLEAR Line 1-888-201-1014. Rent or eviction help: dial 211 or visit WA 211.

City & County Services

• Find It, Fix It — Report potholes, graffiti, illegal dumping, and other non-urgent issues. Or call 206-684-2489.
• Green Lake Park — Seattle Parks & Recreation info on the park, beaches, and facilities.
• Seattle City Council — Find your district, councilmembers, and meeting agendas.

Lake & Water Quality

• King County Lake Swim Beach Alerts — Sign up for email or text alerts when Green Lake and other beaches are closed or reopened (English and Spanish).
• Washington State Toxic Algae — Statewide monitoring data and current toxic algae status by lake.

Safety & Emergency

• Emergencies: call 911. Police non-emergency: 206-625-5011.
• SPD North Precinct — The precinct serving Wallingford, with crime prevention contacts.
• Seattle Office of Emergency Management — Disaster preparedness for households and neighborhoods.
• AlertSeattle — Free official emergency alert and notification system.

Get Involved with the WCC

• Join our mailing list — Get the monthly newsletter and meeting notices.
• Volunteer — Lend a hand with WCC committees and events.
• Donate — Support the Council’s work in the neighborhood.
• Contact us — Questions, suggestions, or a link we should add? Let us know.