Blog stats: 850 words | 4-minute read At-a-glance: Why the project is needed We’re repainting the historic Dr. Jose Rizal Bridge between Chinatown-International District and Beacon Hill to ensure it stays strong and safe for generations. Regular maintenance, like repainting, prevents rust from building up and corroding the steel, keeping… [ Keep reading ]
Blog stats: 900 words | 5-minute read At-a-glance: East Marginal Way S is a vital connection for freight and people commuting into Downtown Seattle, particularly people riding bikes to and from West Seattle and other Duwamish Valley communities. This project supports everyone’s travel needs by separating people biking, scooting, walking,… [ Keep reading ]
Blog stats: 1,000 words | 5-minute read At a glance: Building new improvements for safer travel north of the Ballard Bridge In addition to repairing street and sidewalks throughout the project area, we’re building a variety of travel safety enhancements. These upgrades are informed by the community and support our… [ Keep reading ]
Blog stats: 650 words | 3-minute read Editor’s Note: This is a guest post from the Elliott Bay Connections project, which is a public-private partnership connecting, restoring, and revitalizing public parks along the Elliott Bay waterfront. The project is funded entirely by private philanthropic donations, with the Downtown Seattle Association… [ Keep reading ]
Blog stats: 650 words | 3-minute read 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,… [ Keep reading ]
Blog stats: 1,300 words | 7-minute read At-a-glance: Project purpose and benefits This project will maintain and modernize critical infrastructure including streets, sidewalks, utilities, and more. As part of SDOT’s ongoing efforts to improve public transit, advance transportation safety, and support local business activity, the project includes upgrades to sidewalks,… [ Keep reading ]
Blog stats: 1,400 words | 7-minute read 2024 was a big year for the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) and our work to keep you moving throughout the city. Our theme in 2024 was to Deliver Safer Streets. We completed projects large and small and worked to finish strong in… [ Keep reading ]
Project Will Enhance Safety and Accessibility on Seattle’s Waterfront Blog stats: 1,000 words | 5-minute read We have started construction on the Alaskan Way Safety Project, a collaborative partnership with the Port of Seattle and Cascade Bicycle Club. Construction started on December 2, with completion expected in summer 2025. The… [ Keep reading ]
Blog stats: 900 words | 5-minute read At-a-glance: Sound Transit is opening the NE 130th St light rail station in 2026 and we’re making sure that people can get there safely and comfortably. To support the 90% of light rail riders expected to get to the new station by walking,… [ Keep reading ]
Blog stats: 600 words | 3-minute read Read our blog post about several projects around Seattle’s central waterfront. 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… [ Keep reading ]
