Meet the Director episodes

Rico Quirindongo is the new director of the Office of Planning and Community Development (OPCD). Director Quirindongo, a noted Seattle architect and community leader, joined OPCD as a deputy director in January of 2021 and was appointed acting director later that year. Before joining the City of Seattle, Director Quirindongo was with the international architecture firm DLR Group where he was the Civic Design Leader for the Northwest Region and spent 25 years working to revitalize and reimagine Seattle historic landmarks and neighborhoods.

OPCD supports thriving communities through an integrated and equitable approach to planning and community investment. OPCD works across City departments to assess community needs, prioritize resources, and develop a vision for how Seattle grows to ensure that we are coordinating and implementing our plans with a cohesive vision.