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Construction Begins on RapidRide J Line Project from University District to Downtown Seattle

Blog stats: 1,700 words | 8-minute read At-a-glance: Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell joined King County Executive Dow Constantine and local leaders at a groundbreaking ceremony for the RapidRide J Line. The project will create vital community connections, making it easier for Seattle residents, workers, and students to reach their destinations…. [ Keep reading ]

Waterfront Seattle | Overlook Walk: A New Landmark and Grand Connection between the Waterfront and Downtown Opens October 4. Hope to see you there at 4:30 PM!  

Editor’s Note: This is a blog post from the Waterfront Seattle Program. The Waterfront Seattle Program is a collaboration between the Office of the Waterfront and Civic Projects and other Seattle departments including the Mayor’s Office, the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT), Planning and Community Development, and Parks and Recreation. At a glance: … [ Keep reading ]

Play Street event fosters fun, laughter, and social connection for older adults in South Park

Blog stats: 400 words | 2-minute read On September 24, we hosted a Play Streets community event in South Park geared toward older adults, in partnership with the Seattle Public Library and South Park Senior Center. The event featured games, chair yoga, salsa dancing, food and refreshments, and even a… [ Keep reading ]

Follow SDOT’s journey toward a more equitable transportation system 

Summary SDOT’s Transportation Equity Workgroup (TEW) was established in early 2019 to seek input from a broad and diverse set of community members representing Black, Indigenous, and People of Color and vulnerable communities. In 2019, SDOT staff and the TEW partnered to create the Transportation Equity Framework (TEF). The TEF… [ Keep reading ]

Bring Trick-or-Streets to Your Block – Apply Before October 21

Blog stats: 800 words | 4-minute read At-a-glance: Halloween is one of our favorite times of the year! It brings together families, friends, and neighbors through creative costumes, festive home décor, and impressive pumpkin carvings. In the spirit of Halloween, we’re providing a Trick-or-Streets promotion between October 25 and November… [ Keep reading ]

Earn a Transit Trip When You Ride Lime Bikes and Scooters to Light Rail!

Blog stats: 800 words | 4-minute read Please note: This promotion ends on December 15, 2024. Thank you for your interest. We’ve launched an exciting new promotion to connect your Lime bike and scooter share trips with public transit and earn enough rewards to cover your next transit ride! This… [ Keep reading ]

Marvelous Murals in the City: Take a Self-Guided Walking Tour or Join the Belltown Art Walk on September 13

Blog stats: 800 words | 4-minute read At-a-glance: Mural enthusiasts, this is your time – come down to Belltown and enjoy some of Seattle’s newest and finest public art in the heart of the city. Here’s how you can participate. Attend the Belltown Art Walk on September 13 Taking place… [ Keep reading ]

This year, we’re building dozens of safety enhancements around schools to help our kids walk, bike, and roll to school

Blog Stats: 1,300 words | 7-minute read At-a-glance: Safe Routes to School project highlights Traffic calming and better crossings near Adams Elementary in Ballard Many Adams Elementary students cross NW 65th St at 26th Ave NW and 28th Ave NW to get to school. School families saw a problem with… [ Keep reading ]

RapidRide G Line Construction Complete – Bus Service Begins September 14 on a Transformed Madison Street

Blog stats: 2,000 words | 10-minute read At-a-glance: The RapidRide G Line – Madison St Project is one of our largest and most complex capital projects to date. It transformed Madison St to shift First Hill and Capitol Hill’s main street from moving as many cars as possible to moving… [ Keep reading ]

SDOT Engages Community on the Future of Autonomous Vehicles in Seattle, Prioritizing Safety, Equity, Sustainability, and Collaboration

Blog stats: 1,100 words | 6-minute read Summary: As we continue to follow State law regarding autonomous vehicle (AV) deployments across Washington State, we have established an Autonomous Vehicle Inclusive Planning Cohort. This cohort is comprised of diverse members and centers community voices in AV policymaking in Seattle while prioritizing… [ Keep reading ]