The PFD was created in October 1995 by joint action of Washington State and King County. The State authorized King County to create the Public Facilities District to build the ballpark and identified the sources of revenue that could be used to finance it. The County voted to create the District and to use the financing package to build a Major League ballpark.

2001 Annual Report (You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the report. Click here if you need to download it).

Mission Statement
To site, design, build, and operate an excellent and attractive baseball park that is an asset to the community and the region, that promotes the success of Major League Baseball in the State of Washington, that contributes to fan enjoyment of baseball, and that can be achieved within the available resources.

Vision Statement
The stadium is expected to combine the look and feel of traditional ballparks with the convenience, amenities, and revenue-generating features of a modern, state-of-the-art facility. Traditional ballparks generally emphasize the pastoral nature of the sport of baseball, incorporate unique and often asymmetrical design elements, and provide fans with a sense of intimacy and proximity to the players.

Key features of a modern facility include amenities such as enhanced lower-deck seating, extensive retail and food services appealing to all fans and families, wide concourses, adequate restroom facilities, suites, club seating and related services, and easy access for operations. In addition, the stadium should have a look that fits into the urban environment of its surrounding community, complementing the neighborhood architecture rather than setting the stadium apart from it.