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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 ]

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 ]

This year, we’ve strengthened 6 bridges to better withstand earthquakes – and there’s more to come! | LEVY DOLLARS AT WORK

Blog stats: 1,400 words | 7-minute read Summary: Did you know that your tax dollars fund work to help make our bridges stronger and more resilient to earthquakes? Our Bridge Seismic Program supports improvements so that our bridges withstand earthquakes that are an ongoing risk in the Pacific Northwest. Many… [ Keep reading ]

SDOT Expands Safe Routes to School as Students Head Back to Class

Upgrades at every public school, at least 70 more projects planned, and new safety initiatives start this fall thanks in part to voter-approved funding Blog stats: 1,500 words | 7-minute read At-a-glance: Safe Routes to School project highlights School Streets Have you noticed a block next to a school closed… [ Keep reading ]

Concerned about Route 8? Here’s our approach to supporting reliable travel

Blog stats: 800 words | 4-minute read Safe, reliable, and sustainable travel is a goal we all share, and making the Route 8 more reliable remains a top priority for us. We are working to develop solutions that ensure the entire street network remains operational, including for buses, freight, service… [ Keep reading ]

Travel tips for August 14 – September 3: planned construction, sports, & community events, including WSDOT’s Revive I-5 northbound closure this weekend

Blog stats: 1,000 words | 5-minute read    At-a-glance:    SDOT construction, street closures, and travel impacts    Please note: our construction projects take place throughout Seattle. To stay informed about projects near you, subscribe to our email updates. Select from a list of projects and subscribe to the ones you’re most interested in.    RapidRide… [ Keep reading ]

Travel tips for July 31 – August 13: planned construction, sports, & community events

Blog stats: 1,200 words | 6-minute read    At-a-glance:    SDOT construction, street closures, and travel impacts    Please note: our construction projects take place throughout Seattle. To stay informed about projects near you, subscribe to our email updates. Select from a list of projects and subscribe to the ones you’re most interested in.    15th… [ Keep reading ]

It’s a Hot Bike Summer: Celebrate Seattle’s Growing Bike Network With Us!

Blog stats: 500 words | 3-minute read Have you heard? It’s a Hot Bike Summer in Seattle! We’re marking the opening of new routes with ribbon cuttings, bike rides, and community festivities. These events highlight Seattle’s growing bike network – especially new connections in South Seattle – and give everyone… [ Keep reading ]

Travel tips for July 17 – 30: planned construction, sports, & community events

Blog stats: 1,600 words | 8-minute read     At-a-glance:   SDOT construction, street closures, and travel impacts Please note: our construction projects take place throughout Seattle. To stay informed about projects near you, subscribe to our email updates. Select from a list of projects and subscribe to the ones you’re most interested in.    Route… [ Keep reading ]