The bustling 1st and Pike location, always teeming with customers, was abruptly closed, with signs removed and windows covered.
As reported by The Post Millennial, the closure follows a statement made by Howard Schultz, the former CEO and Founder of Starbucks, in 2022. Schultz had warned employees about the impending closure of several outlets due to safety concerns. He pointed a finger at the elected leaders of the Democrat cities where the stores were closing, stating, "at the local state and federal level, these governments... and leaders, mayors and governors and city councils have advocated their responsibility in fighting crime & addressing mental illness."
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Starbucks employees have previously shared their experiences with The Post Millennial, recounting incidents of individuals "doing drugs in bathrooms" of Seattle franchises. They also reported having to regularly clean up drug paraphernalia and needle debris. Furthermore, they have witnessed homeless people "wander in off the streets and harass employees and customers."
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The 1st and Pike location was also a target during the civil unrest in 2020, following the death of George Floyd. This unrest, coupled with a significant surge in crime since the city council's decision to defund the police in 2020, has left Seattle grappling with safety issues.
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Deanna Cunningham, an employee at the Seattle Shirt Company located across the street, shared her observations with KOMO News. She noted the presence of disruptive individuals off the streets, stating, “They can be disruptive, whether it's stealing items or just making other people feel uncomfortable."
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While Starbucks has not confirmed that safety issues were the primary reason for the closure, a spokesperson stated, “As a standard course of business, we continually evaluate our store portfolio to ensure we are meeting the needs of our customers, our business, and our partners (employees). After careful consideration, we’ve determined it is best to temporarily close the store at 1st and Pike in Seattle, effective July 31, as we evaluate how best to offer a warm and welcoming environment for customers and partners (employees) at this store.”
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The spokesperson further assured that all Starbucks partners working at the closed store will have the opportunity to continue working at other Heritage Market stores. This closure follows closely on the heels of Starbucks' announcement of the permanent closure of its popular Alki beach location. The company's actions underscore the growing concern about safety and security in Democrat-led cities, a concern that is increasingly impacting businesses and their operations.
