Transpo Notes: Federal Way OMF, Liias Takes Reins, New ST4 Legislation, and Missing Link...
It was a busy week for transportation in Puget Sound and Washington. Here's a rundown of some of the week's biggest transportation-related developments.
Federal Way...
Seattle’s Crown Hill Action Plan Centers Walkability and Community
In November, Seattle's Office of Planning and Community Development (OPCD) released their draft Crown Hill Urban Action Plan. The scope of this plan is...
Three Lawmakers Say Their Constituents Should Get a Free Pass on Blocking Seattle Crosswalks...
Some motorists think they should be above the law
Automatic traffic cameras are being installed in eight Seattle locations and three state legislators are "crying...
Seattle’s State Transportation Priorities for 2022: Pedestrian Streets and Freeway Removal
Every year in advance of the state legislature convening for its new session, cities around the state update their agenda. The Washington State legislature's...
Pedestrian Streets, Protected Bike Lanes, and Bus Lanes Are Popular, NPI Poll Shows
A recent poll of Seattle voters found strong support for pedestrianizing streets and adding protected bike lanes and bus lanes. Respondents highly rated the...
Seattle To Roll Out First Block-the-Box Camera Enforcement and Expand Transit Lane Cameras in...
A year-and-a-half after Governor Jay Inslee signed a bill approving a pilot program giving Seattle authority to issue automatic citations for drivers blocking crosswalks,...
A Closer Look at New Plans for the Burke-Gilman Trail’s ‘Missing Link’
Last week, the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) announced that it had "refined" its earlier design of the stretch of the planned Burke-Gilman Trail...
Freeway Ramp at Overlake Village Station Repeats Past Mistakes
Just over a month ago, our region celebrated the opening of three new light rail stations. The day was perhaps the most joyous celebration...