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SDOT snow plow training exercises taking place this week – Here’s how you can get ready for winter, too

Blog stats: 800 words | 5-minute read Quick link: Jump down to additional winter weather resources on the web. We are prepared to respond to winter storms. This week on November 2 and 3, we’re conducting a snow plow training exercise to test equipment and ensure our snow plow drivers are… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle completes Route 40 project adding new bus lanes, crosswalks, sidewalk fixes along route

Blog stats: 2,000 words | 10-minute read The final phase of our Route 40 project is wrapping up, bringing new bus-only lanes, crosswalks, sidewalk repairs, and more along one of Seattle’s busiest bus routes. King County Metro’s Route 40 connects Northgate light rail station to about 10 neighborhoods, including Greenwood,… [ Keep reading ]

Tips for safe travel this fall as the days grow shorter – and how you can help clear leaves and vegetation near your home or business

Blog stats: 450 words | 2-minute read Fall is a fun, festive, time full of traditions like steamy soups and ciders, pumpkin patches, apple picking, and elaborate Halloween costumes. It’s also when the weather starts to change and you can expect to see shorter days with less daylight, increased rain,… [ Keep reading ]

Safer connections to Rainier Beach schools now open along S Henderson St

Blog stats: 650 words | 3-minute read At-a-glance: Overview S Henderson St is a major gateway to schools and community destinations in the heart of Rainier Beach. Students, parents, teachers, and staff rely on it to get to schools in the area every day. This includes Rainier Beach High School,… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle expands affordable electric vehicle charging network – Apply today for a new curbside EV charger near your home or apartment

Partnership with Seattle City Light will provide up to 200 new curbside charging stations by 2030, ensuring greater access to reliable, climate-friendly travel options, with funding from the voter-approved Seattle Transportation Levy Blog stats: 1,000 words | 5-minute read At-a-glance: As electric vehicle prices continue to fall and gas prices… [ Keep reading ]

Beacon Hill travel safety work is restarting – preview early designs and add your voice

Blog stats: 750 words | 4-minute read At-a-glance: Overview Seattle’s Beacon Hill neighborhood is a unique, culturally diverse community home to schools, parks, transit hubs, business districts, and residential streets. Nearby schools include Mercer International Middle School (attended by around 850 students) and Aki Kurose Middle School (around 900 students… [ Keep reading ]

Making it easier to visit West Seattle Junction & Upper Queen Anne business districts with paid on-street parking, load zones, safer crossings, and more

Blog stats 1,000 words | 5-minute read Summary: The bustling West Seattle Junction and Upper Queen Anne neighborhoods are home to two of Seattle’s most beloved business districts with one-of-a-kind restaurants, bars, shops, and destinations. But too often, street parking is hard to find, delivery drivers can’t locate a place… [ Keep reading ]

Host a Trick-or-Streets celebration on your block – Apply by October 28

Editor’s note: The deadline to apply for a permit has been extended to October 28. Thank you! Blog stats: 800 words | 4-minute read At-a-Glance: This blog post is available in multiple languages, including Spanish, Somali, Vietnamese, and Traditional Chinese, via the links below: Halloween is one of our favorite… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Youth Mentorship Program brings young people’s voices to the forefront on transportation equity issues

Blog stats: 1,000 words | 5-minute read At-a-glance: Key focus areas: six unique modules As part of their Orientation, we helped prepare youth participants on the role and scope of SDOT’s work as a municipal transportation agency. This includes resources like our Transportation Equity Framework, which is the department’s roadmap to… [ Keep reading ]

RapidRide J Line upgrades take shape in Eastlake, U District, South Lake Union

Project over halfway complete to transform city streets, replace aging water infrastructure, and ensure safer, more reliable travel for thousands of people every day Blog stats: 1,500 words | 7-minute read The RapidRide J Line is more than a new bus route. It’s a transportation breakthrough for the people who… [ Keep reading ]