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Seattle’s red light cameras reduce collisions by 23%

Red light cameras have never been popular with people who drive. Since their introduction in to the US, many states have banned their use...

Call To Action: Save The Northgate Pedestrian Bridge

The Northgate Pedestrian Bridge, a pedestrian and bicycle oriented crossing of I-5 for the Northgate Link Station, is at risk of losing its funding in the summer. The...

Lake City Way Slated for Pedestrian Improvements

Lake City Way is an arterial street in northeast Seattle that has been chronically unsafe for all users. It's also a State highway, so...

This Week: Three Chances to Talk Streets with SDOT

Last week, the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) rolled out some big bicycle improvements along Roosevelt Way NE. The agency deployed new protected bike...

City Council Spars Over Woonerf in South Lake Union

Last Tuesday, the Seattle City Council Transportation Committee discussed the creation of a woonerf along 8th Ave between Harrison St and Thomas St in South...

Tweet of the Week: Streets for People

This week's tweet is a reminder that language matters. Brent Toderian, Vancouver's former chief planner, writes: https://twitter.com/BrentToderian/status/555753175827742722 What does it mean for a street to be...

The Case for a Wallingford Crossing

Interstate 5, like freeways everywhere, is a real barrier between Seattle’s U-District and Wallingford neighborhoods. Currently there are only four street connections between the...

The First Hill Public Realm Action Plan

Connecting parks & public space to enhance mobility & livability in First Hill The City of Seattle will be holding an open house to discuss...