King County Executive Dow Constantine today welcomed the letter he received today from the Seattle City Council pledging assistance in finding funding options for new South Park Bridge:

“I want to thank the Seattle City Council for its strong support of our regional efforts to fund a replacement for the deteriorating South Park Bridge. Their support will aid us in King County’s upcoming application for a federal stimulus grant.

“I also welcome their partnership in the effort to maintain access to this hard-working neighborhood.

“I know the many residents and businesses that depend on the South Park Bridge every day join me in recognizing the City Council members for their leadership.”

See the Herald's previous coverage of the South Park Bridge here:

Industry concerned about loss of South Park Bridge

Duwamish River Cleanup challenged without South Park Bridge

South Park Bridge funding rejected