You may have seen or heard about the yellow detectable warning strips that SDOT installs at the bottom of curb ramps and at transit platforms. The “yellow bumps” (truncated domes) on the detectable warning surface help provide important tactile information to people that have limited or no vision. Did you know that… [ Keep reading ]
Big changes are wrapping up at Seattle’s waterfront. Planned in 2012, with construction starting in 2013, the Seawall Project replaces the current Seawall (finished 1934) with one that will meet seismic standards, protect critical infrastructure, enhance natural habitats, and serve as a foundation for future improvements. Check out what we’ve done so… [ Keep reading ]
Our online open house is now live! South Lander St is an essential east-west connection in Seattle’s SODO neighborhood. Every day, the street serves over 13,000 vehicles, 1,400 pedestrians, 100 bicyclists, and needs to be closed over 100 times per day for train crossings. This active train crossing causes frequent… [ Keep reading ]
In honor of Women’s History Month for March, we want to highlight some of the amazing contributions women have made in transportation. Last month, Elaine Chao was named as US Secretary of Transportation for the new administration. Janette Sadik-Khan transformed NYC’s cityscape, creating safe places for people walking and biking. She now works with mayors… [ Keep reading ]
SDOT will begin accepting applications on April 1 for its Safe Routes to School Mini Grant Program, which provides grants of up to $1,000 to schools, PTAs, and community groups for education and encouragement programs for walking and biking to school. All public and private K-12 schools within the City… [ Keep reading ]
Twelve Neighborhood Street Fund (NSF) projects are now underway, and we want to hear from you about early designs and how best to implement these projects, located throughout the city. The projects were selected in 2016 by the Levy to Move Seattle Oversight Committee for funding through SDOT’s NSF program, which funds… [ Keep reading ]
The Seattle Design Commission (SDC) has chosen SDOT’s Bicycle Master Plan (BMP) as one of the recipients of the 2016 Design Excellence Awards! Winners are chosen among the many public buildings, parks, open spaces, and vision plans based on the SDC’s values, including: integration, sustainability, social inclusion, partnerships, investment and execution. 2016 Design Excellence… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle’s ninth parklet opened in Ballard this month! Neighbors stopped by to help celebrate the opening of this cool, new, boat-shaped public space, hosted by Mighty-O Donuts. The Mighty-O parklet was designed around a reused boat hull, and was celebrated with origami boat-making, boat races, and plenty of donuts. The parklet… [ Keep reading ]
One Center City creates a 20-year vision and action plan to improve transportation and provide great public spaces for everyone. This means easy, affordable, and reliable travel options, as well as public spaces that are vibrant, safe and inviting. The City of Seattle, King County Metro, Sound Transit and the… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle’s Commute Trip Reduction (CTR) program works with the city’s largest companies to reduce congestion by decreasing the numbers of drive-alone trips during peak hour commutes. The CTR Champions program recognizes employers who achieve notable reductions, provide innovative and comprehensive employee commuter programs, and have high levels of participation. This year’s CTR… [ Keep reading ]
