Archive for August, 2009
New video simulations of the deep-bore tunnel
On August 12, WSDOT released two new video simulations to help people learn more about the proposed deep-bore tunnel to replace the Alaskan Way Viaduct.[More]
Posted: August 28th, 2009 under City Issues, Take 21, Transportation, Viaduct.
Tags: Viaduct
Sound Transit adds service and riders
On May 30, Sound Transit added new transit service--more buses and more commuter trains.[More]
Posted: August 20th, 2009 under City Issues, Sound Transit, Take 21, Transportation.
Tags: Bus
In the fall of 2009, the City Council is expected to make a decision on whether to adopt the Pedestrian Master Plan.
According to Washington State law, vehicles must yield to pedestrians at every intersection, whether there is a marked crosswalk or not; and pedestrians must not move into the path of a vehicle in such a way that it is impossible for the driver to stop. The Pedestrian Master Plan notes that there[More]
Posted: August 3rd, 2009 under City Issues, Pedestrian Safety, Take 21, Transportation.