Making the streets safe for everyone is a priority, especially near our community centers and schools. SDOT works to calm traffic on streets where speeding has become a problem and the community has voiced its concern. This was the case on both Mary Avenue NW and 14th Avenue NW between… [ Keep reading ]
We received a question from one of our readers inquiring about tax incentives for local businesses that encourage their employees to use mass transit and forms of transportation other than single occupant vehicles. Since there were several resources to share, we… [ Keep reading ]
SDOT’s Safe Routes to School program has completed three projects that will significantly improve walking routes to schools. One block from Concord Elementary School in the South Park neighborhood, SDOT completed a crossing improvement that connects Concord Elementary School with the new Cesar Chavez Park and the heart of the… [ Keep reading ]
Paving work along Marion Street is going well, with the south side concrete curb lane between First and Third avenues now complete. Crews are working steadily up the hill, placing funny green wire things before the concrete is poured. The green “load transfer baskets,” like you see in this photo… [ Keep reading ]
Work on the Ferry Avenue/California Way/Harbor Avenue slope stabilization project started this week and will last through approximately early-mid September. After that, crews will begin working on the retaining wall portion which is expected to last through mid-late October. The project will restore and stabilize the steep slope, stabilize and provide integral… [ Keep reading ]
Thanks to the Bridging the Gap levy pedestrians are finding it easier to get around Seattle. More than 10 blocks of new sidewalk have been constructed this year, most of the work is happening in SE Seattle. The new sidewalks are helping connect schools, businesses, community centers, transit and light… [ Keep reading ]
Lots of transportation changes are happening in Southeast Seattle. Link light rail, Metro bus route restructuring, along with new sidewalks, bike facilities, and parking regulations are all contributing to building a community where there are more choices for getting around. SDOT recognizes the importance of making sure people have the… [ Keep reading ]
Answer: Everything but asphalt and concrete work. That’s why weather forecasts keep project managers up at night. The possibility of rain means paving plans turn on a dime. As the saying goes “success favors the prepared” and project managers (PM) are nothing if not prepared. They plan for transportation projects… [ Keep reading ]
Thanks for all of the thoughtful input! Because so many comments have been received, we need more than two days to consider them. Part of our process will include convening a small group of bicycle and freight interests to discuss feedback. Please check back in two weeks to learn more… [ Keep reading ]
Good news for downtown traffic due to a ‘round-the-clock effort by paving crews: Yesterday morning Stewart Street opened back up to two lanes and the afternoon rush-hour bus-only restriction between Westlake and Second Avenue was removed. Getting there – and a week ahead of schedule – wasn’t easy. Simultaneously last… [ Keep reading ]
