Mayor Harrell Proposes $1.35B Transportation Levy for Safe, Reliable, and Connected Seattle
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Today Mayor Harrell unveiled an 8-year, $1.35 billion transportation levy proposal draft for public input, surrounded by community and agency partners in Rainier Beach. His vision for the levy is a ‘safe, reliable, connected’ Seattle.
The proposal recommends more funding to repair bridges, repave streets, connect neighborhoods to light rail, build sidewalks, and make getting around Seattle safer.
Levy renewal is a top priority for the Mayor as the current Levy to Move Seattle funds roughly 30 percent of SDOT’s work and expires this year. Transportation levies have funded basic transportation services for 18 years based on public votes.
The Mayor’s proposal is a draft for public input. Residents and community members may visit the engagement hub to read the proposal and share feedback by April 26. You can also read more on the SDOT Blog.
In May, the Mayor will share his final proposal with the Seattle City Council. This summer, the City Council will review the proposal and consider referral to voters.
Learn more and share your feedback by April 26.
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