Last May and June, we heard from nearly 2,000 people through our survey and conversations at community events. Thank you for sharing your thoughts about our initial concepts!  

We wanted to share the feedback that is summarized in our Outreach Report with you.

• Concerns About Traffic
  • Many worry that removing a driving lane may increase congestion and make driving through the area more difficult.  

• Path Usage 
  • About 40% of survey respondents use the existing path – 368 bike, 318 walk, 65 use it to get to the bus, 19 use a mobility device, and 14 use a scooter.
  • Some feel the existing path needs repairs, while others shared that its current condition— not well kept, dark at night, too close to the road, and people drive too fast—makes it unsafe and unpleasant to use.  
• Interest in Improved Options 
  • Of the three proposed concepts, the multi-use path for walking, biking, and transit received the most support with 36% of survey respondents, though some have concerns about pedestrian safety due to fast-moving cyclists.  
• Local Safety Suggestions
  • Some people suggested other ideas including speed cameras, a center barrier in the road, and more consistent path maintenance. 

Thanks to the recent approval of the 2024 Seattle Transportation Levy, this corridor has been identified for funding and will continue moving forward in collaboration with the community throughout the design process. The project team will further develop a concept of an improved facility for people walking, rolling, and biking, and continue to engage with the community once the updated concept is ready to share. 

To stay informed about the project, you can visit the project website and/or  sign up for email updates. You can also reach us at HighlandHolden@Seattle.gov or (206) 900-8741.