Sand Point Way NE

What's happening now?

March 2020 - Project update

Last year, several safety enhancements were made along Sand Point Way:

In 2020, construction will begin for:

• New sidewalks between NE 70^th St and NE 77^th St
• Signal timing upgrades to enhance pedestrian crossings at Princeton Ave NE, NE 65^th St, NE 70^th St and NE 74^th St
• Reconfiguration of NE 74^th St intersection (see graphic below)

Construction notices will be mailed out. 

We are working with our Vision Zero and Sidewalk Development programs to make sure improvements contribute to a safer, more comfortable space for all travelers. 

To stay informed about upcoming events, please sign up for our project mailing list and/or keep checking our website for the latest updates and activities.

Background

Sand Point Way NE is an arterial street in northeast Seattle lined with single and multi-family homes. Sand Point Way connects many activity centers such as, University Village, University of Washington, Seattle Children's Hospital, Magnuson Park, and runs parallel to the Burke-Gilman Trail. 16,000 vehicles travel on Sand Point Way NE each weekday and many bus routes serve the corridor.

This project was originally identified by a resident in 2016, who submitted a request to fund sidewalk improvements as part of the Your Voice, Your Choice program. This request led to a transportation study completed in 2017. The study and a review of our citywide transportation plans showed that enhancing Sand Point Way NE would improve safety and accessibility for all travelers.

Project Goals

Our primary goals are to improve safety and mobility along the corridor, so people who live, work, and play along Sand Point Way can have a more comfortable, enjoyable experience. We also plan to improve access to Magnuson Park, and enhance the flow of traffic on Sand Point Way NE.

• Increase safety and predictability for all travelers
• Upgrade travel options for those who live, work, and play along Sand Point Way NE
• Update intersections and enhance pedestrian crossings
• Enhance access to transportation and recreation for people of all ages and abilities
• Connect sidewalks to the existing sidewalks, walkways and biking network (Burke-Gilman Trail)

Project Area

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NE 74th St Intersection Reconfiguration

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Project Outreach*

2016

Community members applied for a Your Voice, Your Choice grant. The grant was used to fund a consultant study suggesting potential improvements for Sand Point Way NE.

2017

On January 25, initial findings from the consultant study were shared at a public meeting.

SDOT reviewed findings from the consultant study.

2018

Initial outreach to inform project priorities and scope

Outreach and design continues through 2018.

2019

Continue outreach and project design.

Completed construction at NE 77^th St, NOAA Dr, NE 95th St, and NE 123rd St. 

2020

Begin construction of new sidewalks between 70th and 77th and intersection modifications at NE 74th St. Implement leading pedestrian intervals at four intersections and a new marked crosswalk at NE 77th St. 

*Subject to change

Project Funding

The initial study for this project was funded through Neighborhood Parks and Streets Fund, a program where community members can apply for small-scale improvements to streets and parks. Learn more about NPSF. In 2017, NPSF transformed into the Your Voice, Your Choice: Parks & Streets program.

The project is funded by the Levy to Move Seattle, a 9-year $930 million levy approved by voters in 2015.

Materials

• Summer Outreach Boards (June 2018)
• Fact Sheet (June 2018)
• Outreach Summary (May 2018)
• Fact Sheet (May 2018)
  
  
  • 情況簡介 (May 2018)
  • Hoja De Datos (May 2018)
• Drop-In Session Exhibit Boards (March 2018)
• Postcard Mailer (March 2018)

Translation and Interpretation

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