Planting a tree with a root ball weighing over eight hundred pounds on a busy arterial is not an easy task, but the SDOT Urban Forestry landscape crew was up to the challenge. Through careful planning and creative problem-solving, the planting went smoothly, with only occasional interruptions to bike lane… [ Keep reading ]
It has been two weeks since the tolling on SR-520 has taken effect and SDOT engineers are still monitoring traffic very closely. Initially, traffic on SR-520 decreased by 40% while I-90 and SR-522 increased by 11% and 10% respectively. The expectation is that traffic patterns will change day to day… [ Keep reading ]
At SDOT we’re striving to make it easier for as many folks as possible to use the streets, sidewalks, bike system, buses and trains in Seattle. Understanding the perspectives of various users of the transportation system is key to making a system that works well for everyone, so we listen… [ Keep reading ]
Did you know that the Spokane Street corridor is made up of ten – yes ten – bridges! Why so many bridges? Some of the earliest pictures of Seattle from the 1880’s, show the Spokane Street corridor. Initially there was a series of wood trestles that stretched from the shoreline… [ Keep reading ]
City Launches Web Page for Walkers Age 50+ Seniors searching for walking buddies, events, or other opportunities to stretch their legs need to look no further than www.seattle.gov/walking – the city’s new resource for walkers over 50. The page includes links to local walks and hikes, neighborhood walking maps, and volunteer… [ Keep reading ]
A new street tree ordinance is in the works for Seattle. SDOT Urban Forestry has held several community meetings, and more are on the calendar for January. For information on the ordinance, with meeting details, see: http://www.seattle.gov/transportation/treeordinance.htm Here are some questions amd amswers generated by meetings and neighborhood blog postings: Why… [ Keep reading ]
So far so good. Since tolling on the SR 520 floating bridge began last week, SDOT has monitored both the highways and city streets, particularly Lake City Way, for altered traffic patterns resulting from the new toll system. Our traffic engineers have noticed that SR 520 was lighter and I… [ Keep reading ]
Did you get a new bike this holiday season? Lucky you! Are you simply resolved to dust off your old one and get more exercise? Good for you! Either way, we offer these tips to get you rolling. Maps & apps. We have lots of great places to bike in… [ Keep reading ]
Happy New Year! May it be a safe and wonderful year for you. We will resume our normal blog schedule tomorrow.
