2025 At a Glance

Reflections from the Executive Director

Leading CIDBIA has been a lesson in responsibility. The Chinatown–International District is not just a place—it is a living community shaped by small businesses, elders, families, and workers who care deeply about its future.

Over the past year, my focus has been on building systems that are steady and transparent: tracking what we do, being clear about what we can and cannot control, and ensuring that ratepayer dollars are reinvested locally where they matter most. The metrics in this report represent that effort—not as an endpoint, but as a way to be honest about progress and gaps.

This role has reminded me that leadership here means balancing urgency with care. We move forward by listening, adapting, and staying accountable to the people who call this neighborhood home.

Thank you for your continued support and engagement.

— Tuyen Than
Executive Director, CIDBIA

2025 Highlights 

Safety & Cleaning

In 2025, CIDBIA focused on day-to-day conditions that impact businesses, residents, and visitors:

• 95,172 lbs of garbage removed
• 7,200 lbs of recycling collected
• 25,000 graffiti removed 
• 10,000 environmental hazards removed
• Average of 714 hours per month of safety presence
• 20 CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) projects supported
• 50 lanterns installed to improve culturaly identity

These efforts help improve cleanliness, visibility, and a sense of safety throughout the district.

Events & Activation

Community events play an important role in supporting foot traffic, visibility, and neighborhood pride.

In 2025, CIDBIA supported:

• 20 events (signature events, Food Walks, community events, Community Clean-Ups, etc)
• Over 100,000 combined attendees
• 36,000 followers across digital platforms (Instagram and Facebook combined) 

Events ranged from seasonal celebrations to food walks and neighborhood activations, bringing people into the district while supporting local businesses.

Business & Investment

Supporting long-term neighborhood vitality means reinvesting locally.

In 2025:

• 6 new businesses opened in the district
• Over $1 million reinvested back into the Chinatown–International District through grant technical assistance, events and services

These investments supported safety, cleaning, events, and coordination efforts that benefit the entire neighborhood.

Looking Ahead to 2026

As activity in the district continues to grow—including major events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup—CIDBIA will continue focusing on:

• Supplemental safety and sanitation
• Event coordination and neighborhood readiness
• Support for businesses and property owners
• Clear communication and transparency with ratepayers

Save the date for our upcoming signature events next year: 

• January 21, 2026 – Annual Ratepayer Meeting
• Lunar New Year
• CID Spring Clean
• Summer Food Walks
• 19th Annual Night Market
• Spooktacular
• Small Business Saturday

And more exciting events are coming your way!

Stay Connected

We welcome questions, feedback, and conversation from ratepayers, business owners, and community members.

• Email: info@cidbia.org

• Office: 619 S Jackson St, Seattle, WA

• Language assistance available upon request

Thank you for supporting a cleaner, safer, and more vibrant Chinatown–International District.

What is CIDBIA?

CIDBIA uses local assessments to provide extra cleaning, safety, and community activities in the Chinatown–International District.

These services supplement City baseline services—they do not replace them. All assessment funds are reinvested directly back into the district to address local needs.

CIDBIA is overseen by a Ratepayer Advisory Board, ensuring transparency, accountability, and community input.