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*SDOT Newsletter: September 2024* | "Today’s newsletter is 500 words, a 3-minute read."

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RapidRide J Line and water main construction starting 
An aerial view of the Eastlake Neighborhood, Lake Union, and Downtown Seattle

Aerial view, looking southwest, of the Eastlake neighborhood, Lake Union, and Downtown Seattle.

J Line will better connect communities from U District to Downtown 

Transit riders, more upgrades are on the way. On the heels of the start of RapidRide G Line service [ https://sdotblog.seattle.gov/2024/08/29/rapidride-g-line-madison-st-construction-complete-service-starts-september-14/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] on September 14, the RapidRide J Line project [ https://www.seattle.gov/transportation/projects-and-programs/programs/transit-program/transit-plus-multimodal-corridor-program/rapidride-roosevelt?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] is kicking off soon, with construction starting up in October. The J Line will connect Downtown Seattle with Belltown, South Lake Union, Eastlake, and the University District. 

This transformative project will ensure smoother, more reliable bus trips to destinations between light rail stations and greater accessibility via upgraded sidewalks, curb ramps, street crossings, and signals. You’ll see new protected bike and scooter lanes take shape and new trees get planted. We’ll also replace essential infrastructure including a new water main and install fresh pavement along Eastlake Ave E. Transit access will be maintained during construction. 

We encourage you to sign up for email updates [ https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/WASEATTLE/subscriber/topics?qsp=WASEATTLE_8 ] to stay informed about upcoming work near you. We recently held a virtual open house on September 24, and the meeting materials are now on our website [ https://www.seattle.gov/transportation/projects-and-programs/programs/transit-program/transit-plus-multimodal-corridor-program/rapidride-roosevelt?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]. 

Thanks in advance for your patience and understanding as construction gets underway. This project is made possible by the voter-approved Levy to Move Seattle [ https://www.seattle.gov/transportation/about-us/funding/levy-to-move-seattle/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ], a Federal Transit Administration Small Starts grant, and other funding sources. 





New murals and lighting activate Downtown Seattle
A bright and bold mural in pink, purple, orange, and blue of a little girl and a gorilla called "Welcome to Belltown'

‘Welcome to Belltown’ mural by Brady Black and Myron Curry. The finishing touches come together on the mural located near 3rd Ave and Bell St. Photo courtesy of Downtown Seattle Association.

More than 30 new murals have come to life in and around Downtown Seattle, from Belltown to SODO to the Chinatown-International District. Created by skilled artists, the murals are a new public amenity we want people to discover, engage with, and enjoy. 

You can see them first-hand via a self-guided walking tour [ https://sdotblog.seattle.gov/2024/09/12/marvelous-murals-seattle/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery#walking-tour ] that includes new decals we installed on sidewalks in Belltown showing the route. Check out these marvelous murals soon! 

Travel Deeper on the SDOT Blog [ https://sdotblog.seattle.gov/2024/09/12/marvelous-murals-seattle/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]
Strings of lights over Third avenue in Downtown Seattle

New lighting illuminates 3rd Ave in Downtown Seattle at night. Photo courtesy of King County Metro

Earlier this month, new lighting was strung above 3rd Ave in Downtown Seattle, between Stewart and Virginia streets. This effort is part of Mayor Harrell’s Downtown Activation Plan [ https://www.downtownisyou.com/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ], including a focus on making 3rd Ave a welcoming front door to our city that connects neighborhoods and serves residents, workers, tourists, and businesses. 

We expect this new lighting could spark more interest from building owners and tenants who may wish to pursue similar lighting and enhancements along 3rd Ave. Keep an eye out as more elements of the Downtown Activation Plan are added in the weeks and months ahead. 

Travel Deeper on the SDOT Blog [ https://sdotblog.seattle.gov/2024/09/17/new-lighting-brightens-3rd-ave-downtown-seattle/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]




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