Seattle Department of Transportation
Sam Zimbabwe, Director
Pedestrian Program
Walking is the basic form of transportation and one that most people rely on every day. Our Pedestrian Program enhances safety and encourages more walking by creating an environment where pedestrians can walk comfortably. These efforts have contributed to Seattle's nationally recognized reputation as a pedestrian-friendly city. To learn more about this comprehensive work, read our Pedestrian Master Plan.
Community Crosswalks
Special painted crosswalks are a great way to represent a neighborhood.
Crosswalks and Curb Bulbs
Learn the benefits to pedestrians of crosswalks and curb bulbs
Neighborhood Greenways
Safer, Calm Residential Streets
Pedestrian Crossing Flags
Proper use of crossing flags at intersections
Pedestrian Master Plan
Pedestrian Master Plan
Seattle Pedestrian Advisory Board
Advising Mayor, Council and departments on matters related to pedestrians.
Sidewalk Development Program
Seattle is building more sidewalks
Traffic Calming
Supports efforts to reduce speeds on residential streets
Vision Zero
Support efforts to reach zero traffic fatalities and severe injuries by 2030
Walking Map
The best routes for pedestrians to get around Seattle
Your Voice, Your Choice
Seattle residents democratically decide how to spend a portion of the City's budget on small-scale park and street [...]