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Seattle awarded $9.7 million ‘Safe Streets and Roads for All’ federal grant

Blog stats: 1,100 words | 6-minute read The City of Seattle has been selected for a $9.7 million ‘Safe Streets and Roads for All’ federal grant. Awarded by the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT), this grant will fund pavement upgrades to prevent people from skidding off the road while… [ 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 ]

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 ]

Mayor Wilson’s 2027-2028 Proposed Budget Supports a Resilient Seattle Transportation System

Blog stats: 500 words | 3-minute read Today, Mayor Katie B. Wilson announced the 2027-2028 Proposed Budget, which focuses on responsible fiscal management of public funds and delivering a safe, affordable, and inclusive city for all Seattle residents. The Proposed Budget funds the ongoing work of the Seattle Department of… [ Keep reading ]

We worked through the summer to keep you moving this fall (and beyond!)

Blog stats: 1,600 words | 8-minute read This summer was a busy, record-setting time for Seattle’s transportation system, including six FIFA World Cup matches with hundreds of thousands of visitors from around the world, alongside many exciting seasonal celebrations, concerts, and other events. We also saw new all-time highs for… [ 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 ]

New safety projects will support children walking & biking to school this year

Blog stats: 2,000 words | 10-minute read At-a-glance: More students get to school by walking, biking, or school busing than driving In Seattle, about 1 in 3 elementary students walk or bike to get to school and more than half of students get to school in a way other than… [ Keep reading ]

What Seattle bus riders can expect from Metro’s August 29 service change

Blog stats: 500 words | 3-minute read When King County Metro’s service change takes effect this Saturday, Aug. 29, Seattle bus riders can expect more frequent, reliable service in several key parts of the city. Increased bus service in Seattle is funded by the 2020 Seattle Transit Measure, which currently… [ Keep reading ]

Safer streets are coming to Maple Leaf and Northgate | LEVY FUNDED

Roosevelt Way NE and Pinehurst Way NE connect homes, schools, parks, businesses, and transit across north Seattle. But today, this wide street can be uncomfortable to cross. Driving speeds are high, comfortable crossing can be far apart, and too many crashes have injured people walking and biking. That matters especially… [ Keep reading ]