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Seattle Finalizes Design for Expanded Elliott Bay Trail in Belltown

The privately funded project to upgrade pedestrian and bike facilities in Seattle's north downtown waterfront has reached final design. Here's what's planned.

Overlook Walk Finally Opens as the New Seattle Waterfront’s Centerpiece

The new pedestrian connection, park, and gathering space all in one was envisioned as a key component of Seattle's new waterfront since work started on the project over a decade ago.
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Week Without Driving Challenge Expands to 50 States from Seattle Launchpad

In four years, the Week Without Driving Challenge has grown from a small event with a dozen elected leaders in the Puget Sound area to a national event with participants in all 50 states. Founder Anna Zivarts shares her thoughts on that journey.
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Op-Ed: Recognizing Nondrivers Can Spur a Revolution in Transportation and Housing

Nondrivers are more than a quarter of the population, but often an afterthought in policy discussions. Recognizing their needs, as the national Week Without Driving challenge strives to promote, can help improve outcomes for everyone.

Seattle’s Low-Pollution Neighborhood Pledge Remains in Planning Mode, Seven Years In

London's Pavilion Road, fully pedestrianized in 2021, represents a strong contrast with Seattle's plans to reduce pollution by transforming streets, still stuck in the planning stage despite nearly seven years of work.

Seattle Design Commission Not On Board with Sidewalk Ad Kiosk Proposal

In voting against the IKE digital advertising kiosks proposal, the Seattle Design Commission cited concerns about clutter and a lack of public buy-in. The Seattle City Council may ultimately approve the program even without that recommendation.

Op-Ed: Bellevue Can Lead the Region on Street Safety

Bellevue is positioned to lead on traffic safety so long as it makes investments in safer roads. This fall's budget is a great time to start.

‘Keep Seattle Moving’ Levy Campaign Kicks Off

Transportation advocacy and business groups alike are supporting Seattle's Prop 1, the $1.55 billion renewal of the city's transportation levy.