Major infrastructure investments are essential to Seattle’s future. Light rail expansion will improve mobility, connect neighborhoods, and strengthen our regional economy. But for small, independent, and family-owned businesses along construction corridors, these projects can also bring real disruption. In North Delridge, several small businesses are preparing for the impacts of future Sound Transit light rail construction...
Author: Rob Saka (Rob Saka)
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Seattle Councilmember Rob Saka kicks off Council review of 2024 Transportation Levy renewal
Seattle City Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1) kicked off the first meeting of the Council’s Select Committee on the 2024 Transportation Levy this morning. Mayor Bruce Harrell announced his levy proposal on Friday. The select committee, which Councilmember Saka chairs, is tasked with reviewing and amending the proposed Transportation Levy renewal before it is sent...
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Seattle City Council unanimously passes Seattle Transportation Plan
The Seattle City Council just unanimously passed the Seattle Transportation Plan—a 20-year vision for the future of Seattle’s streets, sidewalks, and public spaces. The legislation is sponsored by Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1), Chair of the Transportation Committee. It is the culmination of a two-year collaborative process between the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT), the...
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Seattle Councilmember Rob Saka joins SDOT to fill potholes
Seattle City Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1) joined crews from the Seattle Department of Transportation to fill potholes this morning. The potholes pictured here were in South Park at Occidental Avenue South and South Kenyon Street. More photos can be found on the Seattle City Council Flickr.
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Seattle City Councilmember Rob Saka visits Seattle Police Department’s Southwest Precinct
Seattle Council member Rob Saka visited Seattle Police Department’s Southwest Precinct today for the roll call. “Thank you to SPD and the Southwest Precinct for hosting me and for the important work you do for us all,” said Councilmember Saka.