3rd Ave S and S Main St Bus Stop

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November 26, 2024  

What are we doing? (Project Overview)

Our project will: 

• Widen sidewalks 
• Reconstruct pavement 
• Repaint crosswalks 
• Add pedestrian lighting 
• Plant new trees 
• We will also update the bus stop by - 
  
  • Adding new seating   
  • Installing real-time bus arrival information sign   
  • Installing an ORCA card reader 

To learn more about what we are doing to encourage strolls to galleries, dining at local restaurants, and enjoying live music in a more pleasant environment, visit our 3rd Ave Improvements webpage. 

What about traffic and parking? 

Businesses in the neighborhood asked to keep two-way traffic so people driving can continue to go north and south. The updated design, makes room for this request by: 

• Shifting parking on the east side of 3rd Ave S (in front of the art galleries and opposite the bus stop) to S Washington St and S Main St where buses currently park when they are not operating. People will also be able to use these locations for loading.  
• At the corner of 3rd Ave S at S Washington St, in front of the Pioneer Square Clinic, there will be a large space for dropping off and picking up people. 

^{Updated street design}

Why are we making these changes? (Project Background) 

 The bus stop on 3rd Ave S and S Main St lacks design features to accommodate the many riders it serves, including those in wheelchairs. The street is in poor condition. Several potholes and significant buckling make bus rides and car trips bumpy and uncomfortable. Our project will help resolve much of this discomfort. 

^{Pictured above: damaged street that we will reconstruct with concrete pavement.} 

^{Pictured above: people waiting at the existing bus stop} 

 The bus stop at 3rd Ave S and S Main St is the 10th busiest stop for King County Metro. Up to 2,600 people use it during weekdays. With this volume of people commuting to this location, the bus stop itself requires updates. The sidewalks are narrow. There is little to no separation from the adjacent parking lot. Lighting is limited, there is no seating for passengers waiting, and no electrical power. Our project resolves these issues, while also making the area more inviting and safe. 

Finally, the changes support 3rd Avenue bus access to the many destinations throughout the Center City from Denny Way to S Jackson St from Belltown and Pioneer Square. Before COVID-19, more than 100,000 people rode buses along this street every day and bus use continues to rebound. Upgrading stations along the street, adding murals, and activating public spaces continue to be a priority for Mayor Bruce Harrell as we work together to create a new vision for the heart of the city. 

When are we making these improvements? (Project Schedule)

The schedule below shows planned milestones:

• Dec 2024: Construction begins

^{*Construction timelines and milestones can change based on weather and other impacts. We will provide updates throughout construction to keep the public informed.} 

Funding

This project is possible through our partnership with King County Metro (KCM). KCM received federal grant money from the Federal Transit Authority (FTA), which funds many of the project's components. Other funding sources include the Seattle Transit Measure, Move Seattle Levy, King County Metro, Seattle City Light and Seattle Public Utilities. 

Project Materials

Project materials will be shared as they are developed.

• Factsheet (January 2024)  

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Related Projects 

• Third Avenue Improvements