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SDOT Kicks Off Construction of Alaskan Way Safety Project

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 ]

Building a Bike Friendly Waterfront Connecting to Downtown Destinations

Blog stats: 750 words | 4-minute read Read our blog post about the central waterfront bike lane construction progress. At-a-glance: Traveling along the central waterfront and beyond – what’s ahead Strides are being made to create a delightful experience for biking along the Waterfront. It continues to evolve into a… [ Keep reading ]

We’ve built Safe Routes to School improvements at every public school in Seattle | LEVY DOLLARS AT WORK

Blog stats: 1,100 words | 5-minute read At-a-glance: A project at every Seattle public K-12 school in Seattle We’ve delivered on our commitment to build one or more Safe Routes to School upgrades at every public school in Seattle since voters approved the Levy to Move Seattle in 2015. These… [ Keep reading ]

Ready to Roll: 4th Ave Protected Bike Lane Upgrades in Downtown Seattle are Now Complete | LEVY DOLLARS AT WORK 

Blog stats: 450 words | 2-minute read At-a-glance: Bikers, get into gear – it’s ‘go time’ on the 4th Ave protected bike lane. We’re excited that work is now complete on an even better bike lane on 4th Ave, from Pioneer Square through Downtown and into Belltown. As sunnier summer… [ Keep reading ]

Alaskan Way Safety Project nears 100% design milestone | LEVY DOLLARS AT WORK

Blog stats: 1,100 words | 6-minute read At-a-glance: We’re nearing final design on the Alaskan Way Safety Project and would like to share an overview of what the project will build, and how it ties in with other projects in the area. Once complete, this project will support a safer,… [ Keep reading ]

Enjoy biking and scooting around Seattle with these safety tips and resources | Bike Everywhere Month

Blog stats: 900 words | 4-minute read At-a-glance: Lighter days and clearer weather are finally upon us, and we’re ready to ride – join us with these tips, tools, and resources to get you rolling in the right direction. How to use scooter and bike share Interested in trying one… [ Keep reading ]

Magnolia Bridge eastbound closure starts December 23; work expected to take 2-3 days to complete

Blog stats: 550 words | 3-minute read UPDATE (December 23, 2023 at 1:45pm): The eastbound Magnolia Bridge is back open, sooner than expected! We have completed work on the necessary repairs. There is a temporary detour of 50 feet of sidewalk expected to be in place through Tuesday, 12/26, as… [ Keep reading ]

New Safe Routes to School annual report highlights investments in Seattle students biking, walking, and rolling!

Blog stats: 1,000 words | 5-minute read At a Glance: Safe Routes to School is a national movement to make it easier and safer to walk, bike, and roll to school to build community, support students to get exercise, improve safety, and reduce pollution. Seattle’s Safe Routes to School program… [ Keep reading ]

Data shows more people biking & walking along West Marginal Way SW without impacting freight travel | LEVY DOLLARS AT WORK

Blog stats: 1,000 words | 5-minute read At-a-glance: Post-project results The West Marginal Way SW Safety Corridor Project has led to several notable outcomes, including safety benefits for people biking, walking, rolling, and driving. Travel volumes Supporting our Vision Zero efforts This project closely aligns with our Vision Zero plan… [ Keep reading ]

We’re making more Healthy Street locations permanent!  

Blog stats: 800 words | 4-minute read At-a-glance: Thank you to everyone who participated in our evaluation processes for Healthy Streets! Over the past year, we’ve been working with neighbors, collecting public feedback, and evaluating community use trends to determine if and where more Healthy Street locations should become permanent…. [ Keep reading ]