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Work Continues on Fourth Over Argo Railroad Bridge

peg — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:14:20 +0000

Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) crews continue to make deck and expansion joint repairs on the Fourth over Argo Railroad Bridge. While the work is in progress on and below the bridge deck, the right curb lane must remain closed around the clock. Depending upon the weather and roadway conditions, the work could to extend into mid-December. The work hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily. Due to the reduced travel lanes, motorists should plan on possible delays crossing the bridge and use added caution as traffic shifts to the left past the work zone.

Work Continues on Fourth Over Argo Railroad Bridge

peg — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 02:51:28 +0000

On Monday, November 9, the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) will continue making deck and expansion joint repairs on the Fourth over Argo Railroad Bridge. While the work continues, the curb lane will remain closed and traffic will be shifted accordingly. Depending upon the weather and roadway conditions, the work could extend through Friday, November 20. The work hours Monday through Friday will be from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily. Due to the reduced travel lanes, motorists should plan on possible delays crossing the bridge and use added caution through the work zone.

The Twelfth Man Joins the Seahawks this Sunday

peg — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:27:59 +0000

This Sunday, November 8, from 1:05 pm – 4:30 p.m., the Seattle Seahawks will take on the Detroit Lions at Qwest Field. Per usual, motorists can expect heavy traffic in the vicinity of the stadium before and after the game. The Seattle Department of Transportation encourages Seahawks fans to reduce their carbon footprint by trying alternate modes of travel to the game such as taking the Sounder, Link Rail, or the bus, or bicycling or walking to the game, if feasible.

Memorial Procession Friday for Officer Brenton

peg — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 19:33:44 +0000

Motorists should expect significant delays along procession route

A memorial procession along city streets for Seattle Police Officer Timothy Brenton will be held on Friday, November 6. Approximately 1,000 to 1,500 vehicles will depart at 9:00 a.m. from the University of Washington and will travel to a service for the slain officer at Key Arena.

During the procession, which is expected to last from 9:00 a.m. to noon, other traffic will not be allowed on the route and will not be allowed to cross it. The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) advises travelers to expect severe congestion near its path, especially as mourners are also anticipated along its course.

The memorial procession will use the following route: begins at the University of Washington’s E-1 parking lot; south on Montlake Blvd NE to 24th Ave E; south on 24th to 23rd Ave E; south on 23rd to E Madison St; west on Madison to E Pine St; west on Pine to Broadway; north on Broadway to E Denny Way; west on Denny to 1st Ave N; north on 1st to Key Arena. Staging will begin in the E-1 parking lot (north of Husky Stadium on Montlake Blvd NE) beginning at approximately 8:00 a.m.

Parking will not be allowed along the route and temporary “No Parking” signs will be emplaced. Officers from the Seattle Police Department will manage all intersections for the procession. 1st Avenue N (Denny to Mercer) and Mercer Street (1st to 5th avenues N) will be closed when the procession arrives at those locations. Roads around the Seattle Center will also be closed to traffic, to include parking, prior to the event.

The public memorial service at Key Arena will begin at 1:00 p.m., with doors opening at 11:00 a.m. No formal procession is planned after the ceremony. All questions concerning the procession route and traffic impacts should be directed to the Seattle Department of Transportation.

Lane Closures Wednesday on Elliott Avenue West

peg — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:31:46 +0000

Tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4, starting at 8 a.m., a Seattle Department of Transportation crew will begin repairing a severely damaged portion of Elliot Avenue W between W Mercer Place and W Prospect streets. During the work, which will involve replacing 18 inches of concrete and asphalt, the crew will block off the two right lanes northbound. Because of the time required to cure the new 12-inch thick asphalt, the right curb lane will remain closed overnight. Curing time allowing, the right lane will be re-opened to traffic by midday, Thursday, November 5.

Drilling Monday on Fourth Avenue at Blanchard Street

peg — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 22:06:50 +0000

On Monday, October 26, the east side parking lane and northbound right lane on Fourth Avenue will be closed just south of Blanchard Street. During the lane closures from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., soil boring will be conducted for the future Alaskan Way Viaduct replacement project. The eastern sidewalk will not be affected and will remain open to pedestrians during the work.

Lane Closures on Aurora Friday

peg — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 17:53:42 +0000

Friday, October 23, a Seattle Department of Transportation crew will remove and replace the crash cushion at the northbound exit on Aurora Avenue N to Bridge Way, the first angled road north of the Aurora Bridge. During the work, which will take place between 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., the right northbound lane on Aurora Avenue N will be closed 500 feet prior to the Bridge Way exit; in turn, traffic needing to take the exit will do so from the middle northbound lane. Motorists are urged to use added caution through the work zone.

2010 Safe Routes to School Mini-Grant Program Announced

peg — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 14:21:10 +0000

The Seattle Department of Transportation announced today that applications for the Safe Routes to School Mini-Grant Program are currently being accepted in celebration of International Walk to School Month. Up to $1000 can be requested. The money must be used for programs that encourage more kids to ride their bikes or walk to school. All schools in Seattle are eligible to apply.

Groups also eligible for Mini-Grant Funds include PTA groups; Safe Routes to School teams; Walking School Bus groups; and other parent or teacher groups. Mini-grants can be used for a variety of items that support and encourage kids to walk or ride their bikes to school. Recent grants have supported new equipment for the Student Safety Patrol at Brighton Elementary; a bike commuter class at Ballard High School; walking school bus incentives at Blaine K-8; and new bike racks at Holy Rosary School.

Applications will be accepted until October 30, 2009 and the recipients will be notified by November 13, 2009.

For more information contact Brian Dougherty at 206- 684-5124 or brian.dougherty@seattle.gov.

Additional information may be found on-line at http://www.seattle.gov/transportation/ped_srts_grant.htm.

Potential Traffic Congestion with March Thursday, Football on Saturday

peg — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 01:06:18 +0000

There is the potential for traffic congestion in downtown Seattle late tomorrow afternoon, Thursday, October 22, when the National Day of Protest to Stop Police Brutality rally and march makes its way from Occidental Park to Westlake Park. On Saturday, October 24, motorists should plan on heavier traffic in the afternoon as football fans flock to the University of Washington Huskies game at Husky Stadium and in the evening when soccer enthusiasts turn out for the Seattle Sounders match at Qwest Field. The Seattle Department of Transportation encourages motorists to leave their cars at home and consider alternate modes of travel such as Light Rail, the Sounder, Metro Transit, bicycling and walking, if practical.

Thursday, October 22
National Day of Protest to Stop Police Brutality: Rally at 5:30p.m. March at 6:15 p.m.
Rally at Occidental Park then march to Westlake Park
125 participants
March route: starts at Occidental Park at Occidental and Washington; north on Occidental to Yesler Way; east on Yesler to Third Avenue; north on Third to Pike Street; east on Pike to Fourth Avenue; north on Fourth to Lenora Street; west on Lenora to Third Avenue; south on Third to Pike Street; east on Pike to Fourth Avenue; north on Fourth into Westlake Park. Seattle Police Officers will escort.
Expect possible congestion in the afternoon commute through Pioneer Square and downtown Seattle.

Friday, October 23
Husky Band Friday Night Rally and Procession: 8:55 p.m. – 10 p.m.
600 participants
Husky band and supporters will follow a procession through Greek Row. Seattle Police will escort.

Saturday, October 24
University of Washington Huskies versus the University of Oregon Ducks 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m
Husky Stadium
65,000 expected
Expect the usual congestion on all arterials in the vicinity of the stadium and on SR520 and I-5 through the University District.

Seattle Sounders FC versus the FC Dallas: 7:30 p.m. – 9:45 p.m.
Qwest Field
34,000 fans
No street closures planned; expect heavier traffic around Qwest Field before and after the match.

Lane Closure on Battery Street at Denny Way Thursday

peg — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:04:51 +0000

Thursday, October 22, a Seattle Department of Transportation crew will make emergency repairs to the electrical system above the Battery Street Tunnel in preparation for work which will be take place in the tunnel over the weekend. The tunnel will be closed Saturday and Sunday when the SR99 Alaskan Way Viaduct is closed for its semi-annual inspection. In order to accomplish the work, the crew will close the right lane northbound on Battery Street just south of Denny Way from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The lane closure will shift all northbound traffic into the single left lane, and may result in a slight delay for vehicles merging onto Denny Way or crossing Denny to enter SR99/Aurora Avenue N. Motorists should plan accordingly.