Op-Ed: Seattle Transportation Levy Should Seek to Undo Harm from Highways
A citywide coalition has proposed a $40 million package to advance ongoing projects like designing I-5 lids in multiple neighborhoods (supporting new street connections, parks, and affordable housing), remaking Aurora Avenue for safer crossings, and reconnecting the Duwamish Valley community around SR 99.
Construction Starts on Wilburton Trestle, a Centerpiece of the Eastrail
Last week, King County celebrated the start of construction on a $37 million project to upgrade Bellevue's Wilburton Trestle and create one of the most pivotal and scenic spans of the Eastrail. The Eastside walking and biking trail will ultimately stretch 42 miles between Renton and Woodinville.
Saka Adds $100 Million to Levy for Sidewalks, Freight, EV Charging
Amending the Mayor's final proposal for a transportation levy, committee chair Rob Saka has revised the proposal by increasing funding for new sidewalks, freight mobility, and electric vehicle charging.
Sunday Video: America’s Best BRT Is In Albuquerque
Albuquerque doesn't get a lot of attention outside of Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, but this Southwest city happens to boast America's highest...
Rob Saka Pledges All Modes Matter Approach to Amending Transportation Levy
The councilmember stewarding Seattle's next big transportation levy says his goal is prioritizing all modes at the same time. It may be hard to square this approach with pressing climate goals and an urgent traffic safety crisis.
Free Youth Fares Come to Amtrak Cascades in Washington
On Tuesday, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) announced the start of free youth fares on Amtrak Cascades services. Free youth fares will apply to both trains and buses operated under the Cascades brand, but only in Washington.
Community Transit Rolls Out Region’s First Hydrogen-Fueled Bus
A new hydrogen fuel cell bus has arrived in Snohomish County, offering another path toward fleet electrification goals for the county’s main transit provider.
Sound Transit To Launch Platform Fare Inspection in Early June
Starting on June 3, Sound Transit fare ambassadors will launch new inspection rounds in fare paid zones on and around platforms at some Link light rail stations.