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Reduced Staffing at SDOT on Furlough Days

To address the economic downturn, city employees will be taking unpaid furlough days to help with the city’s budget.  The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) will participate by splitting the furloughing of its staff between two days in each furlough period. Please expect to see reduced staffing at SDOT on… [ Keep reading ]

Green with Envy Over Greenwood?

Nearby roads may be envious now that Greenwood Avenue N is looking so spiffy.  The improvements between N 105th and N 112th streets wrapped up this week, with some newly added elements.  A new crosswalk was installed on the Holman Road side of the intersection at Greenwood Ave N and… [ Keep reading ]

First Hill Parking Proposals

Since January 2009, SDOT’s Community Parking Program has been engaging the First Hill neighborhood to study parking and develop ways to make it better. We’ve been going to neighborhood meetings, have hosted a walking tour and open house, and have hit the streets going door to door to chat with… [ Keep reading ]

Interested in the First Hill Streetcar?

After a successful first round of open houses on the First Hill Streetcar in December, SDOT is happy to host a second set this week. If you want to learn more about the proposed alternatives, see what kinds of comments we’ve received so far, and have your questions answered you… [ Keep reading ]

Check before you go!

Did you know SDOT has a Traveler’s Information Map?  The map serves Seattle area travelers by providing access to live traffic congestion information.  Find out in real time if vehicle traffic is moving slowly on a street so you can choose another route if necessary.  The map and more traffic information including… [ Keep reading ]

It’s in the Bag

The goal of the Pedestrian Master Plan is to make Seattle the most walkable city in the nation.  To achieve this goal, the plan recommends providing pedestrian safety education targeting both drivers and pedestrians.  And next Saturday, you can get a little taste of safety education in action. The Aurora Traffic Safety… [ Keep reading ]

Dr. Jose Rizal Bridge

Dr. Jose Rizal Bridge at night Dedicated in memory of Dr. Jose Rizal the 420-foot-long Bridge is one of Seattle’s original steel bridges. Over the next several months the bridge will undergo rehabilitation repairs. The project will include repairs to the bridge deck, sidewalks and girders, and replacement of expansion… [ Keep reading ]

When can I expect construction to start?

If you are interested in knowing more about when to expect SDOT construction projects, we’ve got a calendar for that. In addition to providing traffic advisories via Twitter, we prepare a construction “look ahead” calendar. Details are provided based on location in the city and impacts you can expect. Check… [ Keep reading ]

Westlake Hub/McGraw Streetcar Plaza Open House

The Westlake Transportation Hub is getting a well-deserved facelift to improve pedestrian, bike, and transit access in downtown Seattle. SDOT plans to construct a new pedestrian and bicycle-friendly plaza at the current terminus of the Seattle Streetcar by closing one block of Westlake Ave to traffic between Olive Way and… [ Keep reading ]

You’re invited to a Seawall open house!

Plans to replace the aging Elliott Bay Seawall are advancing, with design scheduled to begin this spring.  Join your neighbors and Deputy Mayor Darryl Smith at City Hall this Wednesday, February 3rd, for a chance to learn more about the project and provide your feedback to the City. More information about the… [ Keep reading ]