The City is testing a new street design to make walking safer and slow down traffic. As part of a temporary pilot project, 117th and 116th Ave NE will become one-way streets. One lane on each street will be turned into a path for people walking. During the pilot vehicles will go north on 117th Avenue NE, and vehicles will go south on 116th Avenue NE.

This project aims to create safer routes for people walking in areas that currently don’t have sidewalks. The City will track traffic speeds, safety, and public feedback to help decide if this design should become permanent.

To learn more about the pilot project, the city is hosting two open houses in April.

First Open House
Date: Wednesday, April 9, 2025 
Time: 3:00 to 6:00 pm
Location: The Mill

Second Open House
Date: Monday, April 14, 2025
Time: 2:30 to 6:30 pm
Location: Corner of 116th Avenue NE and 25th Street NE 

Public Review and Comment: Learn why this design is being proposed and how the project team plans to address design challenges. The city wants your input before and after the pilot. Your feedback is critical for the success of the project and possible permanent installation. It is the city’s goal to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The city offers assistance to anyone with special needs, including the provision of TDD services. 

For more information, visit the project webpage: https://tinyurl.com/117th116th 

Pictured above is a typical street section for a one-way couplet.

Pictured above is a vicinity map.