Showing posts with label traffic. Show all posts
Showing posts with label traffic. Show all posts

Closure of N 145th Street extended to early 2025

Saturday, September 21, 2024

The long-term closure of N 145th Street between 1st Avenue NE and I-5 in Shoreline has been extended to early 2025. 

The closure is part of the City of Shoreline’s 145th Street Corridor and 145th Street and I-5 Interchange projects

The road was closed on April 2, 2024, so crews could relocate utilities prior to construction of roundabouts on either side of Interstate 5. We expected to reopen the road in November 2024, but due to the complexity of the work and other unforeseen delays, we must extend the closure. Underground utility conflicts and unforeseen existing conditions will take additional time to work through. 

To this point, utility crews have been relocating infrastructure while construction crews widen the roadway. This includes continuing the planned removal of trees west of I-5. Construction activities will continue within the closure limits and on the 145th corridor. 

When the closure ends, construction will continue into 2025 and expand to the intersection of 5th Avenue and the northbound I-5 off-ramp. Weekly construction updates are available at Engage Shoreline: 145th Corridor Projects.

While we know the extended closure and ongoing construction is inconvenient in the short term, the long-term benefits of the 145th Street Corridor Project are significant. 

Once complete, the project will provide a safer and more accessible route for all forms of transportation. The new roundabouts, updated lanes, pedestrian crossings, and bike lanes will reduce congestion, enhance safety, and create a more connected community. It will also provide easier access to the Link light rail Shoreline South/148th Street Station.

At this time the length of the closure extension has not been determined. The city’s construction management team is working with the contractor and other agencies regarding the new road opening date, and we will communicate this once it is determined. 

This is a complex project involving multiple agencies that must all work together. If one part is delayed, it can have a cascading effect on the rest of the project timeline.

Getting around the closure

The pedestrian and bicycle detour was recently shifted to provide better access through the work zone via a combination of N 145th and NE 147th Streets. Details about detours, timeline, and construction activities will continue to be posted on our project webpage.

People traveling by vehicle east and west between 1st Avenue NE and I-5 will continue to detour and use N 155th Street or N 130th Street. I-5 on- and off-ramps will be open, but only accessible from the east side of the closure. 

Travelers can expect occasional overnight closures of these ramps, but they will mostly remain open. 

Please continue to be attentive and drive with caution around the work zone and through the detour. 

Travelers and people living in the area are encouraged to sign up for email updates for the 145th Improvements Projects.
Questions and concerns
If you have questions or concerns about construction or the project, you can call the 24-hour construction hotline or send an email.

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145th from 5th - 8th closed overnight this weekend

Thursday, September 12, 2024

Continuing Saturday, September 14, 2024 Sound Transit will restrict eastbound and westbound lanes overnight on NE 145th St (WA-523) from 3rd Ave NE to 8th Ave NE due to waterline work.

The closures will happen at night to minimize traffic and community disruptions. This work is part of the Lynnwood Link Extension.

What 
  • Drivers should expect delays and uniformed police officers flagging the intersection of 5th Ave NE and NE 145th St. 
  •  Crews will work at night to minimize effects on traffic.  The lanes will be restricted at night and re-open during the day.  
  • Residents can expect construction noise from equipment being operated, such as a crew truck, a vacuum truck, an excavator, a loader, a concrete saw, a concrete truck, light plants, and various hand tools. 
  •  Some bus routes may be affected. Please check the King County Metro website for details. 
When
  • Saturday, Sept. 14, from 9pm to 5am the following morning.
  • Sunday, Sept. 15, from 9pm to 5am the following morning.
Where
  • NE 145th St from 3rd Ave NE to 8th Ave NE.
  • See map for effects on traffic.

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Nightly ramp closures at SR 104 interchange

Monday, September 9, 2024

Nightly closures at SR 104 interchange

As early as Monday, Sept. 9, Sound Transit’s contractor will work at the SR 104 interchange in Shoreline for drilling, landscaping, and restoration. 

This work will require periodic nightly closures of the off-ramp to eastbound SR 104, to westbound SR 104, and the I-5 on-ramp from eastbound SR 104.

The contractor has obtained a temporary noise variance to complete this work. Detours will be provided (see maps).

When
  • Drilling: Monday, Sept. 9 – Thursday, Sept. 12, 9pm – 5am.
  • Landscaping: Monday, Sept. 16 – Thursday, Sept. 19, 9pm – 5am.
SR 104 / NE 205th St / 244th SW / Ballinger Way


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Notice from LFP PD: Road closure on 28th Ave NE

We would like to inform you about a scheduled road closure on a local street due to an essential maintenance operation.

28th Ave NE—between NE 178th St. and NE Meadow Place—will be closed from 7:00am to 4:00pm the following days:

• Thursday, September 12
• Friday, September 13
• Monday, September 16
• Tuesday, September 17
• Wednesday, September 18

We apologize for the inconvenience, and we appreciate your cooperation.

--Lake Forest Park Police Department

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Intersection closure at NE 145th St and 8th Ave NE in Shoreline most of next week

Saturday, September 7, 2024


The intersection of NE 145th St and 8th Ave NE in Shoreline will be closed to vehicle traffic from 9am to 3pm Tuesday, September 10, to Friday, September 13, 2024. 

Crews will be removing trees and vegetation in advance of the S3 road improvements.

The intersection will remain open to pedestrians.

Information on Sound Transit’s tree removal policy can be found here.


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North Cascades highway reopens after fires and mudslide

Friday, August 23, 2024


SR 20 North Cascades Highway reopened on August 22, 2024 between Granite Creek and Easy Pass trailhead (milepost 148-157) after having been closed since August 4 for fire activity and then a mudslide.

Before you start your engines, a few things to know:
  • Fire crews continue to work in the area in response to the Easy Fire and a 35 mph advisory speed zone has been posted between milepost 150 and 154.
  • Please do not pull over or attempt to pass through this area and remain alert for fire and maintenance vehicles exiting and entering the roadway.
  • Beginning 7am on Monday, August 26, there will be flagger-controlled traffic with a pilot car between milepost 150 and 154 so maintenance crews can continue to clear basins and restore drainage. The road will remain open without a pilot car during non-working hours.
Thank you to our crews for all of their work to clear ~7,000 tons of material after a mudslide buried sections of the road on Aug. 11 following a rainstorm.


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SHORELINE: Overnight I-5 lane reductions and ramp closures next week

Saturday, August 17, 2024

Lane restrictions on 145th all next week

Sound Transit contractor crews will continue work in several areas around Shoreline as part of the ongoing Lynnwood Light Rail extension project.

The work involves the following closures at all three I-5 interchanges in Shoreline

  • The northbound I-5 off-ramp to NE 145th St from 11pm to 5am nightly Monday, Aug. 19, through Thursday morning, Aug. 22.
  • The left lane on the NE 145th St on-ramp to northbound I-5 from 8pm to 6am nightly Monday, Aug. 19, through Friday morning, Aug. 23.
  • The three left lanes of northbound I-5 between NE 175th St and SR 104 from 10pm Wednesday, Aug. 21, to 5am Thursday, Aug. 22; from 10:30pm Thursday, Aug. 22, to 5am Friday, Aug. 23; and from 9pm to 7am nightly Friday, Aug. 23, through Sunday morning, Aug. 25.
  • The NE 175th St on-ramp to northbound I-5 from 11pm Thursday, Aug. 22, to 5am Friday, Aug. 23.
  • The northbound I-5 off-ramp to eastbound and westbound SR 104 from 11pm Thursday, Aug. 22, to 5am Friday, Aug. 23.
  • The NE 175th St on-ramp to northbound I-5 from 11:59pm to 7am nightly Friday, Aug. 23, through Sunday morning, Aug. 25.
  • The northbound I-5 off-ramp to eastbound and westbound SR 104 from 11:59pm to 7am nightly Friday, Aug. 23, through Sunday morning, Aug. 25.
SR 104 in this context is Ballinger Way to the east and NE 104th to the west

In addition, from Saturday, Aug. 17, through Thursday, Aug. 22, Sound Transit will conduct waterline work on eastbound and westbound NE 145th St (WA-523) from 3rd Ave NE to 8th Ave NE. 

This work will cause nighttime lane restrictions just east of 5th Ave NE on NE 145th St. The closures will happen at night to minimize traffic and community disruptions. 


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LFP “Legacy” business Ballinger Automotive closes

Friday, August 16, 2024

Ballinger Automotive. Photo by Lis Johnson
State plan to restore Lyon Creek culvert will cause traffic headaches
By Lis Johnson
 
One of LFP’s oldest businesses, Ballinger Automotive, closed its doors recently after just over 80 years in business, catching customers by surprise.

The closure was made necessary by the Washington Department of Transportation’s salmon recovery program. Ballinger Automtoive’s property includes a Lyon Creek culvert that is part of a $13 million state effort to restore salmon habitat and migration along the creek as it runs under Ballinger Way.

The project on the Ballinger Automotive property will cost close to an estimated $9 million of the funds set aside to local projects along Lyon Creek.

Ballinger Automotive had been in negotiations with the state for some time over the price offered for the property, but with the work slated to start next summer, the state exercised eminent domain, offering compensation of $124,000. The owner, Rob Ricker, is pursuing the matter in court, saying the price is too low.

Considered a legacy business because of its longevity, Ballinger Automotive had a loyal clientele, who valued its fair prices and good work.

The sudden closure came as a surprise to the many customers and neighbors.

The section of Lyon Creek that runs through the culvert at the edge of the company’s property will be replaced next summer and is part of a much larger statewide program potentially costing upwards of nearly $8 billion.

The culvert renovation at Ballinger Automotive will have a substantial impact on traffic when it gets underway next summer.

The state will take bids on the project this fall.

According to a project overview from the state, crews will replace the existing 6 by 4 foot box culvert with a 24 foot structure, with the potential to open more than 7.5 miles of habitat and migration for a variety of salmon and trout —although upgrades and improvements to other culverts will be necessary to achieve that goal.

The project is expected to start next summer and extend into winter.

According to the overview, there will be a four week closure of Ballinger Way at 35th Avenue NE for the removal of the existing culvert, during which time traffic will be detoured around the construction.

The state also expects a full closure of NE 185th for soil remediation and a partial closure of 35th Avenue E for the relocation of a sewer pipe. The overview says the timing of these closures has not yet been decided.

The closure of Ballinger Automotive and the statewide recovery program were the subject of a recent article in the Seattle Times. (the full article can be accessed here)

More information on the state project can be found on the program overview here.


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Nightly lane restrictions on NE 174th St and King County Metro ramp closures

Monday, August 12, 2024

Starting Monday, August 12, 2024 Sound Transit will close the King County Metro northbound I-5 off- and on-ramp to NE 175th St and the right lanes of eastbound and westbound NE 175th St for site restoration work. 

This work is part of the Lynnwood Link Extension.

The work will be done at night, Monday August 12 through Thursday August 15, 2024, 8pm to 5am the next morning.

The right lanes of eastbound and westbound NE 175th St between Corliss and 3rd Ave NE will be closed (see maps).
 
Some bus routes may be affected. Please check the King County Metro website for details.

More project info: soundtransit.org/lynnwoodlink


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NW 190th St between 8th NW and Richmond Beach Rd marked for no thru traffic

Sunday, August 11, 2024

Photo by Michelle Brown at 8th NW and NW 190th
Richmond Beach residents were puzzled to find "No thru traffic" signs at NW 190th St and 8th Ave NW. 

NW 190th at this location is a short, neighborhood street running between NW 8th and Richmond Beach Road.

The reason? 

Wayfinding applications like Google and Waze had been routing trips from Richmond Beach Rd to 8th Ave NW via NW 190th Street (and vice versa), presumably for the few seconds it saved in travel time by skipping the signal at 8th Ave NW and Richmond Beach Rd. 

Photo by Michelle Brown
This is not appropriate for all traffic given the grade and non-arterial nature of NW 190th Street. 

Residents and staff had witnessed high volumes of traffic and full sized semi-trucks using the street, which is not appropriate as a daily through traffic pattern given the street’s characteristics. 

While staff tried reaching out to wayfinding applications to have the routing removed, they received no response and the apps remained unchanged. 

Wayfaring applications have been steering traffic to NW 190th at avoid the light on 8th and Richmond Beach Road.

The hope is that these signs will allow the city to formalize the request to remove this as a routing option in the wayfinding applications.

--Diane Hettrick


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Brookside traffic cameras an “enormous success” says Lake Forest Park mayor despite “messy” bill and mistakes

Saturday, August 10, 2024


After Lake Forest Park turned on the traffic cameras on 178th near Brookside elementary all day in June, average speeds are down from over 30 miles an hour to less than 25 miles per hour. 
But the “no racing zone” law the city used to keep the cameras on was repealed in June. To comply with the new law, the city will now designate them “school walk zone” cameras instead. 
The city blamed “inaccurate” information and a “messy” bill for the mistake. Traffic fines generate $3.84 million per biennium in the city that is facing a budget deficit after repeated failed property tax ballot measures. 
The city’s Judge warned the council about the high workload caused by the tickets.


In June, the city of Lake Forest Park turned on the 178th traffic cameras by Brookside elementary 24 hours a day even when school is not in session.

At an August 5 city council meeting, Lake Forest Park Mayor Tom French said, “the average speed in the 178th zone prior to the installation of the 24/7 traffic cameras was over 30 miles an hour.” After 60 days, “it is down now to 24.3 miles an hour. It's below 25 miles an hour, so by any metric it has been an enormous success,” he said.

Currently, the city is only issuing warnings. But with the light rail station at 185th street opening soon, the city is worried 178th will see increased cut-through traffic and speeding.

“The reality is, we have people that are continually speeding through our community and putting lives at risk. And this is a an absolutely proven method to slow people down,” said Mayor French.

In December of 2023, Lake Forest Park added 178th to its list of designated no-racing zones and earlier this year, the city posted “no racing zone” signs along 178th, causing confusion for some residents.

A previous state law allowed cities to deploy traffic cameras in no-racing zones, and in April, the city council voted to leave the traffic cameras on all-day throughout the year whereas before they could only be active during school hours when Brookside elementary was in session.

A map from the city shows the locations of automated speed cameras
near Brookside Elementary on 178th street

Data on the street racing problem in Lake Forest Park is sparse. A public records request filed with WSDOT returned a total of ten crashes attributed to street racing in Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, and Kenmore since 2010 and a search on the Washington State Patrol’s website found only six street racing crashes in Shoreline and Lake Forest Park in the past ten years. In comparison, there were 1,785 crashes in Lake Forest Park alone over the last ten years according to the Washington State Patrol’s website.

The state law that previously allowed cities to use automated traffic cameras in “restricted racing zones” was repealed in June at the same time Lake Forest Park switched the traffic cameras to no-racing zone cameras. In public comments at an August 5 city council meeting, city attorney Kim Pratt, blamed “inaccurate” information received from Westlaw for the mistake.

“I have to admit I'm a little annoyed with the fact that they gave you poor information about this,” said council member Tracy Furutani.

“The legislature handed us… a very messy, messy bill,” said Mayor Tom French about the new state law that took effect in June. “It is sausage making. There's just no question about it,” he said.

The new law allows cities to deploy automated traffic enforcement cameras in school walk zones within a one-mile radius of a school. To comply with the law, Lake Forest Park will designate 178th near Brookside elementary a “school walk zone” instead of a “no racing zone.” The “no racing zone” signs will be replaced.

“Ultimately the problem we're looking to address is pedestrian safety. Especially for children but really for the community as a whole,” said council member Larry Goldman at the August 8th meeting. 
“I still think it's a bit of a weird shaped tool that the legislature has given us but ultimately, the school walk zone is the best tool for the job to address pedestrian safety,” he said.

“The spirit of in which we have been approaching this is, of course, is pedestrian multimodal safety. Full stop,” said Mayor Tom French. “100% of the net revenues that come from these traffic camera installations go right back into pedestrian and multimodal safety by state statute.”

The new state law requires cities who install new traffic cameras to spend revenue on traffic safety improvements and at least part of the money must be spent in low income neighborhoods. But that law doesn’t apply to cities like Lake Forest Park who had already deployed traffic cameras prior to the law’s passage. Lake Forest Park is allowed to direct revenue from the traffic cameras into their general fund.

“We need to make sure that we have additional sidewalks. We all know we need additional crosswalks,” said Mayor French. But a levy to pay for parks and sidewalks on the 2021 ballot was rejected by over 65% of Lake Forest Park voters and a property tax levy was rejected by 77.97% of Lake Forest Park voters in 2010. Now, the city is facing a “structural financial deficit” and is considering placing a levy on the 2025 ballot.

 A graph from the 2023 State of the Court presentation shows the number of traffic camera infractions issued in recent years in Lake Forest Park

According to the city’s budget, traffic fines will generate $3.84 million this biennium for the general fund and the city will spend $11 million (30% of the budget) on the city’s largest, single expense: the police department. Recently the city increased fines to $145 - the maximum allowed under the law.

Only 8.5% of the traffic camera fines were issued to residents of Lake Forest Park - the majority of ticket recipients were from out of town. According to the police department, although less than 4% of Lake Forest Park residents are Black, 12% of people who received a traffic ticket in the city were Black. And an equity analysis said the traffic cameras on 178th have the potential to disproportionately impact Hispanic and lower-income commuters.

A study commissioned by the city estimated between 350 to 470 vehicles per day will receive citations now that the cameras are always on - an increase from 44 per day last year when they were only on during school hours.

Drivers who receive a traffic camera infraction can attempt to dispute the ticket in the Lake Forest Park municipal court.

At the August 8th meeting, Municipal Court Judge Jennifer Grant presented the council with the annual State of the Court. She cautioned the city about the workload caused by more than 23,000 traffic camera tickets last year. “Each and every one of those tickets does amount to a significant amount of work,” said Judge Grant.

Council member Tracy Furutani told her, “we may be potentially adding another 10,000 infractions per year.”

When asked by council member Larry Goldman to name a particular challenge the court faces, Judge Grant said, “Staffing. I think is critical just to keep up with what we need to do to make things continue to run smoothly.”


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WSDOT: Batten down the hatches! It's Seafair weekend!

Friday, August 2, 2024

WSDOT "paint map" of weekend activities
Avast! It's Seafair weekend in Seattle, so expect some pirate puns and a fair bit of traffic.

We'll spare you (from the puns anyway). But we will remind you that it's the heart of summer and there is a lot going on in every corner of the state. There's also road and highway construction that you might encounter on your travels.

Remember, the Interstate 90 bridges between Seattle and Bellevue will be open, along with the trail, but people biking, walking or rolling should not stop or stand along the trail during the air shows. And if you're behind the wheel when the Blue Angels roar past, please keep your eyes on the road.

Wherever you're headed, some words of wisdom: Expect traffic and leave early; "know before you go" with our mobile app and real-time travel map; and if possible take transit to your destination.

Visit Seattle Seafair’s website for more information about Seafair activities.


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Speed limit to be reduced on section of Ballinger Way in Shoreline

Speed limit on Ballinger Way
 will be reduced to 35mph
The City of Shoreline reports that last week, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) informed the City that a change to the speed limit on Ballinger Way NE (SR 104) from 15th Avenue NE to 25th Avenue NE has been enacted. 

The speed limit will be reduced from 40 MPH to 35 MPH once new signs are erected.

The City will replace four speed limit signs along this corridor on August 9, 2024 ensuring that the updated speed limit is clearly marked for drivers traveling through the area.

This change was made based on traffic data analysis conducted by WSDOT and City staff, utilizing industry speed limit setting practices aligned with the goals of injury reduction.

There will be no change to Ballinger Way in Lake Forest Park. The top speed on Ballinger is already 35mph, with 30mph through the city center.

Oddly, the speed limit will remain at 40mph through the congested Ballinger business district.



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Weekend closure of SR 520, SR 520 Trail across Lake Washington begins Friday night, July 26, 2024

Saturday, July 27, 2024

520 Bridge closed this weekend
Photo courtesy WSDOT

Weekend closure of SR 520, SR 520 Trail across Lake Washington begins Friday night, July 26, 2024, however, Eastbound SR 520 lane to reopen for three hours Saturday afternoon, July 27, for Seafair Torchlight Parade traffic

Drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians traveling across Lake Washington should plan ahead for a State Route 520 closure from 11pm Friday night, July 26, until 5am Monday, July 29.

The closure spans from Interstate 5 in Seattle to 92nd Ave NE in Clyde Hill. The SR 520 Trail also will close throughout the weekend.

3-hour opening of eastbound lane for Seafair Torchlight Parade

To accommodate people leaving the Seafair Torchlight Parade, from 4:30 to 7:30pm Saturday, July 27, crews will open:
  • The northbound I-5 ramp to eastbound SR 520.
  • One eastbound SR 520 lane from I-5 to the Eastside.
  • The SR 520 eastbound off-ramp to Montlake Boulevard.

People going to the parade from the Eastside should find alternate routes and expect delays since there is continuous weekend construction on westbound SR 520.

During the weekend, contractor crews working for the SR 520 I-5 Express Lanes Connection Project will repave the westbound SR 520 ramp to southbound I-5.


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Ferry Traffic Emphasis Patrols - July 26, 2024

Sunday, July 21, 2024

Edmonds Police at ferry dock

Back by popular demand-- Washington State Patrol, Mukilteo Police Department and Edmonds Police will be watching for line cutting & other violations at docks in Edmonds and Mukilteo.

Just a reminder - Your parents and teachers probably taught you that it's not polite to cut in front of others. In this case, it will also cost you $145.

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Plan ahead for a busy weekend filled with Seattle-area events, construction and maintenance

Saturday, July 20, 2024


This busy summer weekend will be C-O-N-G-E-S-T-E-D for the Seattle area, with the Bite of Seattle, Capitol Hill Block Party, NHRA Northwest Nationals, Chinatown Seafair Parade and Vashon Island Strawberry Festival

There are lots of other events and construction to be aware of, so please give yourself plenty of time to get around. Consider transit, carpooling, Ferries or Amtrak Cascades. 

Oh, and don’t forget the sunscreen, water and sunglasses.

--WSDOT  


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Overnight closures on NE 175th for Sound Transit construction




Sound Transit will perform major work overnight on 175th from Sunday to Thursday.

Full closure of NE 175th St, northbound I-5 on- and off-ramps, and King County Metro on-ramp

Starting Sunday, July 21, 2024 Sound Transit will close both directions of NE 175th St from 5th Ave NE to the I-5 underpass, including the northbound I-5 on- and off-ramps at NE 175th St.

Sunday, July 21, through Thursday, July 25, from 11pm to 5am the following mornings.

These closures are part of the Lynnwood Link Extension.

Contact information:
Traffic will need to detour to the next freeway entrance / exit and east-west surface streets such as 155th, 185th, and 205th and north south routes on 5th and 15th.


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Southbound I-5 lane closures in Shoreline and north Seattle for maintenance overnight Saturday, July 13, 2024

Saturday, July 13, 2024


The two left lanes on southbound Interstate 5 between NE 155th Street and NE 130th Street in Shoreline / north Seattle will close from 11pm Saturday, July 13, 2024 until 4am Sunday, July 14 for sign maintenance.

Washington State Department of Transportation crews will perform repairs on an express lane sign. People traveling in the area should plan for delays during this lane closure.

People can receive real-time travel information via the WSDOT mobile app and the real-time travel map.


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LFP Mayor: Reminder – Speed Zone Cameras Active on NE 178th Street

Saturday, June 29, 2024

LFP Mayor Tom French
The Lake Forest Park City Council has approved two new speed zone cameras for NE 178th Street near Brookside Elementary School. This action continues the city’s commitment to increase pedestrian and multimodal safety, especially near schools.

In a cost-saving measure, existing school zone cameras were reconfigured to work at all times, enforcing the posted 25 mph speed limit. Once school resumes in September, the speed limit monitored by these cameras will continue to be 20 mph during school times (when the warning light is flashing) and 25 mph at all other times.

From data collected from the school zone cameras, the city knows that those cameras are effective at getting drivers to reduce their vehicle’s speeds in that area: re-offenders accounted for only 9% of the issued citations.

These two cameras began recording speeds on June 3, 2024, with warnings being provided to speeding motorists. Warnings will continue to be provided until July 15, 2024, when citations will start being issued.

Please, give our students and other residents on foot, bicycle or scooter a break and slow down.

- Mayor Tom French, Lake Forest Park


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Echo Lake Elementary parent's persistence makes walking to school safer for students

Wednesday, June 19, 2024

Photo courtesy Echo Lake Elementary PTA
Sometimes change comes because of a season or a lapse of time. And sometimes change comes because of downright dogged persistence to make something happen. 

This week, the City of Shoreline made a big improvement to make Echo Lake a little safer for pedestrians and importantly, students who attend Echo Lake elementary. 

Concerned parent, PTA volunteer and all around amazing neighbor Ellen Ackroyd has been working to make this change. 

She reached out to the City advocating for the addition of barriers at the corner of Ashworth and 195th where there is no sidewalk or barrier from the heavily traveled street. 

And she kept reaching out until the City moved into action.

Her persistence resulted in the city erecting permanent safety lane delineators to separate the pedestrian walkway from the busy intersection of Ashworth and 195th. 

It will no doubt improve safety at this corner and is an example of what an active community member can help accomplish. Thank you, Ellen!

--Ryan Erwert


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