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Seattle chooses first 3 ‘Low-Pollution Neighborhoods’ to pilot | LEVY DOLLARS AT WORK 

Blog stats: 1,500 words | 8-minute read At-a-glance We are launching the first planning phase of our new Low-Pollution Neighborhoods (LPN) program with three initial pilot locations: South Park / Georgetown, Lake City, and Capitol Hill. This is an exciting step forward for a program to reduce pollution and increase… [ Keep reading ]

Judkins Park Station opens soon with easier Seattle-Eastside travel

Blog stats: 400 words | 2-minute read Getting between Seattle and the Eastside is about to get much easier thanks to Sound Transit’s new Crosslake Connection. On Saturday, March 28, the Link light rail’s 2 Line will begin service between Seattle and Bellevue, Redmond and more, including opening two new light rail stations at Judkins Park and Mercer Island.  While we do not operate the Link light rail, we want… [ Keep reading ]

It’s happening: Yesler Way to get new bike lane, closing critical gap in Seattle’s bike network | LEVY DOLLARS AT WORK 

Blog stats: 600 words | 4-minute read Yesler Way is getting a new protected bike lane from Occidental Ave S to the waterfront. This project fills a gap in Seattle’s City Center Bike Network and creates a much-anticipated, safer connection between Pioneer Square, downtown, and the waterfront. Building this missing piece to the city’s… [ Keep reading ]

Design a New Look for the Chinatown-International District Pole Banners!

Blog stats: 700 words | 4-minute read Additional Languages: Calling all local artists! Show your talent by entering the design contest for new pole banners in the Chinatown-International District (CID). This is your chance to showcase your creativity and celebrate this vibrant neighborhood. If you like to draw, paint, or… [ Keep reading ]

New ‘secret art’ in Seattle only visible when it rains 

Blog stats: 400 words | 2-minute read Seattle has some pretty epic hidden gems, but most aren’t quite as “hidden” as this new gem in Beacon Hill. That’s because you can only see it when it rains! The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) has commissioned four new rain-activated public artworks at the plaza on 15th Ave S and S Columbian Way, across from Mercer International… [ Keep reading ]

What’s happening July 17-31: Festivals, sports, road closures, and more!

Blog stats: 1,600 words | 8-minute read July may be coming to an end, but we still have plenty going on in Seattle! From two sold-out Taylor Swift concerts to Capitol Hill Block Party and some major road closures, we’ll walk you through what’s going on and how you can… [ Keep reading ]

Implementing Vision Zero Recommendations at Truck & Bike Safety Fair promotes safety with live demonstrations, activities, and family fun  

Blog Stats: 475 words | 4-minute read Seattleites of all ages had a great time this past weekend at the 2023 Truck & Bike Safety Fair in Georgetown! This event was paused during the pandemic but returned this year to provide people of every bike skill level the chance to… [ Keep reading ]

What’s happening in June: summer events, planned construction, and tips to keep you moving around Seattle

Blog Stats: 1,800 words | 11-minute read It’s June and summer fun has arrived in Seattle! We have so many great events this month — from Pride to Fremont Fair to professional sports — plus some planned construction to keep an eye out for. Here’s a list of some of… [ Keep reading ]

Take our small business and transit survey to help us understand your transportation needs!

Blog stats: 750 words | 5-minute read We are committed to supporting small businesses and their workers through accessible transit. Take our short survey by June 30 to be entered into a drawing for a $25 e-gift card! At-a-glance: Our Transportation Access Programs (TAP) team is exploring options to reduce… [ Keep reading ]

Plan for travel impacts in Seattle this week

Blog stats: 1,100 words | 6-minute read It’s a busy week for emergency maintenance, planned construction, and major events in Seattle. If you’re traveling to or within the city this week, read more below to start planning ahead and prepare for traffic impacts. Click the links below to jump to… [ Keep reading ]