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West Seattle Tool Library
We Need Your Help!

Ever borrow a tool from your neighbor? Ever wish they had a better selection? Sustainable West Seattle has won a grant from the City of Seattle Department of Neighborhoods and has set up a tool lending library. You can find out more information or check out our inventory!

Monday, July 18, Brings New Combined Alaskan Way Trail

By chas

Washington State Department of Transportation announced the opening Monday, July 18, of a new west-side combined-use trail from King Street to just past the Coast Guard facility.  Check this link which shows the new trail  http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/Projects/SR99/HolgateToKing/BikePed.htm.

One of SDOT’s most popular publications, the Seattle Bicycling Guide Map is now better than ever. The map presents information about cycling in Seattle in a clear, easy-to-use, and friendly format. The 2011 edition includes a fresh cover, updated maps, and new information about ..continue reading

July 16th, 2011 | Category: Education, Spokespeople, Transportation | Leave a comment

Spain’s bike paths a model for West Seattle?

By nicholas

Grade separated bike paths in Barcelona

By Nicholas Smith

I just returned from a wonderful trip to Spain and snapped this photo in Barcelona of a great example of grade-separated bike lanes. Enormous walking path, followed by well-marked bike paths and then the roadway for cars. Beautiful, efficient and, best of all, safe. All integrated with a robust subway system.

One thing we’re really good at in America is laying down lots of cement. Perhaps with some rule changes we can ..continue reading

May 20th, 2011 | Tags: , | Category: Spokespeople, Transportation | Leave a comment