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The RapidRide J Line project will bring significant improvements to the University District, Eastlake, South Lake Union, and Belltown. These enhancements will make it easier to commute, attend classes at the University of Washington, access medical care, or visit local businesses by creating a more efficient and convenient travel experience across these key areas of the city.  

Our focus is on modernizing and maintaining reliable transit connections for Seattle’s growing communities. Upgrades will include improvements to roads, sidewalks, curb ramps, lighting, drainage, and traffic signals. Additionally, we will install protected bike lanes and replace the water main on Eastlake Ave E. These enhancements are essential for supporting local businesses, improving access to housing, and fostering vibrant, connected communities. 

RapidRide J Line

Here’s what is included in this email update: 


* University District Electrical Work
* Nighttime Water Outage and Work on Eastlake Ave E
* Southbound Harvard Ave E Closure
* Project Coordination with Local Events - Nightwork between Fuhrman Ave E and Harvard Ave E 
* Business Spotlight: Sequoia Teen Counseling Center 
* Online Drop-In Sessions

University District Electrical Work 
Crews installing electrical conduits beneath utility pipes.

"Crews installing electrical conduits beneath utility pipes. "

We are completing our work on the water main this week on NE 43rd St, located between Roosevelt Way NE and 12th Ave NE! However, we still have some work in the University District before the road can be restored.  

We are installing new electrical conduits beneath NE 42nd St, NE 43rd St, 11th Ave NE, 12th Ave NE, and Roosevelt Way NE. Once underground work is complete, you will notice crews using asphalt to pave patches of the road. This temporary pavement will be replaced with concrete later this spring. Thank you for your understanding and patience as we work on these improvements! 

Nighttime Water Outage and Work on Eastlake Ave E 
The properties highlighted in red will experience a water outage on March 23.

"The properties highlighted in red will experience a water outage the night of March 23."

Last week, Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) crews began working on the water main between Fuhrman Ave E and E Allison St. This work required a temporary water outage to test the water main valves and ensure that the project could proceed. While the test was successful, it showed us that to effectively close off the water during our work we need to increase the area that will experience water outages.  

The next water outage is on Sunday, March 23, from 8:30 PM until Monday morning at 6 AM. During this time, we will switch the water supply from the current water main to a temporary supply which will keep the water flowing for residents and businesses during construction. We've included a map above to showing the affected properties in red. 

We will complete the most impactful work before 10 PM. Construction vehicles will be on-site throughout this process, so some noise is expected as we carry out the work. Thank you for your understanding! 

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to us by calling our project hotline at (206) 257-2202 or emailing RapidRide@seattle.gov. We’re here to help!   

Please visit SPU's webpage [ https://www.seattle.gov/utilities/neighborhood-projects/water-outages/planning-for-outages?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] for tips on preparing for a water outage. Our project website also has answers to frequently asked questions [ https://us-west-2.protection.sophos.com/?d=govdelivery.com&h=4c3b7f9638784a05ad8e11c7bedfbdf8&i=NjY3MGI3MWI0MmUyN2U1M2FhNzA3MDcy&p=m&s=AVNPUEhUT0NFTkNSWVBUSVaTrXkKkmdFBTzkawQJ20VzlzuXjrCLAgAu7J6iAnZq7NdHUcH0UZdcUqOAt7lpnzkHqXe_78giPtkvzaagU2DkwRf_mfKRUY9pBAo6qAf-OSEu9jifx4Set1l1ndFdLk8&t=Tlo4eHpjajZXQTlkUVpzQlJodUZsZ2p6MWJlTWJ4TDBjczEzYkwweWxCcz0%3D&u=aHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rcy0xLmdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5LmNvbS9DTDAvaHR0cHM6JTJGJTJGd3d3LnNlYXR0bGUuZ292JTJGZG9jdW1lbnRzJTJGRGVwYXJ0bWVudHMlMkZTRE9UJTJGVHJhbnNpdFByb2dyYW0lMkZSYXBpZFJpZGUlMkZSb29zZXZlbHQlMkZXYXRlciUyNTIwTWFpbiUyNTIwRkFRcy5wZGYlM0Z1dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJTI2dXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeS8xLzAxMDAwMTk1MjlkNzIwMjYtZmUyYThmZDItNDE2Yi00N2MxLWE0NDUtNjRiNjFkMGY0MmYxLTAwMDAwMC9oSUFIMDlzcVBxa2YxVlI5STFvdzVwbHhwc0RmOU1IdFlSYjAwUU5XSUhjPTM5Mw%3D%3D&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] about water shutoffs. Check out SPU's Water Outages map [ https://us-west-2.protection.sophos.com/?d=seattle.gov&h=4e5a8941316e4a7fbb2a0f3d0c4e28eb&i=NjY3MGI3MWI0MmUyN2U1M2FhNzA3MDcy&p=m&s=AVNPUEhUT0NFTkNSWVBUSVbAqMqHOJ0K3lcFtfqEAmY8_veG2G6FQuTqod_p0JMHFQ&t=U3ZHb3dvb2xjUllZT1hMcnpXbUoxVE81RHlPOGdBbUQyMW1pQ0lsNUh3ND0%3D&u=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc2VhdHRsZS5nb3YvdXRpbGl0aWVzL25laWdoYm9yaG9vZC1wcm9qZWN0cy93YXRlci1vdXRhZ2Vz&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] for more information on affected properties.  

"*If you operate an apartment, hotel, or business:* "

When managing a project of this size, we collaborate with SPU to inform properties affected by major water shutoffs. These notifications are sent before the work and include specific time frames. However, we may need to contact you immediately for smaller shutoffs, connections, or emergencies. Please email RapidRide@seattle.gov with the best contact person for your property, along with their contact information. This way, we can ensure you’re informed promptly. Thank you for your understanding and support as we work together to improve our community!

Southbound Harvard Ave E Closure
A map of the southbound closure on Harvard Ave E between Eastlake Ave E and E Allison St.

"A map of the southbound closure on Harvard Ave E between Eastlake Ave E and E Allison St."

As part of the water main construction on Eastlake Ave E, we will need to close southbound Harvard Ave E between Franklin Ave E and Eastlake Ave E as soon as March 31. The northbound lane of Harvard Ave E will remain open. Local access to driveways and residential buildings will still be available during this time.   

We will continue to detour northbound traffic on Eastlake Ave E. At least one lane will remain open for southbound traffic, and flaggers will safely guide vehicles around the construction. This closure will help our team access the utilities beneath the road and will be in place through April.  

For more information on bus stop relocations during these closures, please visit King County Metro’s website [ https://kingcounty.gov/en/dept/metro?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ].  

Project Coordination with Local Events - Nightwork between Fuhrman Ave E and Harvard Ave E 
Cherry blossoms at the University of Washington Quad.

"Cherry blossoms at the University of Washington Quad."

With spring approaching, the project team has partnered with local event coordinators to keep our annual events thriving in the University District, Eastlake, and South Lake Union neighborhoods!  

Starting the week of March 31, our crews will shift to nighttime work between Fuhrman Ave E and Harvard Ave E. This switch will help us accommodate increased traffic for the University District’s Annual Cherry Blossom Festival [ https://udistrictseattle.com/cherryblossomfestival?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ], where thousands will gather to celebrate the cherry blossoms at the University of Washington Quad.  

We’re also looking forward to Seattle’s Tenacious 10 Run [ https://www.tenaciousten.com/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] happening on April 5! This 10k/10-mile run kicks off at Gas Works Park and takes runners around Lake Union. We’ve teamed up with the event organizers to guide runners down Fairview Ave E. You may see traffic officers directing participants around the construction zone. Please be sure to avoid construction areas and follow all traffic directions. Enjoy the race and festivities! 

Business Spotlight: Sequoia Teen Counseling Center - 2627 Eastlake Ave E 
The lobby at Sequoia Teen Counseling Center.

"The lobby at Sequoia Teen Counseling Center. "

Sequoia Teen Counseling Center empowers teens, young adults, and caregivers through evidence-based, collaborative care. They aim to affirm each client’s unique experiences, identities and neurotypes through flexible and creative approaches in treatment. Sequoia strives to support communities that have been traditionally underserved in mental health care, with their clinicians specializing in supporting BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and neurodivergent young people. 

Sequoia operates out of their office in Eastlake as well as offering telehealth options throughout Washington State. They also offer groups such as their upcoming Sequoia Social: A Group for Neurodivergent Teens. You can find more information at sequoiateencounseling.com/events or by following their Instagram, @sequoiateencounselingcenter! 

If you have any questions about Sequoia or if you or someone in your life could benefit from mental health support, reach out to them at hello@sequoiateencounseling.com or 206-581-1087! 

"Are you a business owner in the University District, Eastlake, or South Lake Union neighborhoods? We’d love to spotlight your business in a future email update! Connect with our team at RapidRide@seattle.gov to learn more about this opportunity." 

"Access to all businesses will be maintained and prioritized throughout the construction of the RapidRide J Line. We encourage everyone to continue visiting and supporting their favorite neighborhood businesses during this time."  

Online Drop-In Sessions

Thank you for stopping by our online drop-in sessions! We enjoy connecting with business owners and community members every week.

You can join us on Thursdays between 2 and 3 PM. Feel free to join our discussion anytime during the hour-long session to ask your questions in the way that makes you most comfortable. You can leave your camera off, type your questions in the chat, or listen as others ask questions about the project.

You can access the online meetings with the details below: Meeting link [ https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YjJmZWEwZjktOWJhMS00ZmI1LTg0YzAtOGI3MDJkYjJhYWQ0%40thread.v2/0?context=%7B%22Tid%22%3A%2278e61e45-6beb-4009-8f99-359d8b54f41b%22%2C%22Oid%22%3A%2271cfd74a-2d02-46d1-be7d-70c1ff5a2d67%22%7D&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]

Meeting ID: 237 305 138 093

Passcode: mBSfNf

*How to Stay Informed*  

To ensure you're informed of the latest updates and developments on the RapidRide J Line project, we encourage you to sign up for our project emails. This will give you detailed information about construction activities, timelines, and any changes that may affect your neighborhood. Please feel free to share the details of our website and project emails with friends, family, or anyone who might be interested in knowing more about this exciting initiative. You can sign up for the emails and find more information on our project website [ https://us-west-2.protection.sophos.com/?d=govdelivery.com&h=6c4b49d7a3fb4ef6b3ebeebf020de3e1&i=NjVlMjQ4NzM0ODMzNjA1ZjY4NzdkMzdk&p=m&s=AVNPUEhUT0NFTkNSWVBUSVbl_TJuflgMLM9sNZKcSEw1ELJw3erXr5XRR3GLgMEGjw&t=MVFGc2c2MnZYUjNjRG5TQUdCS3Bya0ExYzFza1R5WFRHY3dYQjhYaXo4UT0%3D&u=aHR0cHM6Ly9saW5rcy0xLmdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5LmNvbS9DTDAvaHR0cHM6JTJGJTJGd3d3LnNlYXR0bGUuZ292JTJGdHJhbnNwb3J0YXRpb24lMkZwcm9qZWN0cy1hbmQtcHJvZ3JhbXMlMkZwcm9ncmFtcyUyRnRyYW5zaXQtcHJvZ3JhbSUyRnRyYW5zaXQtcGx1cy1tdWx0aW1vZGFsLWNvcnJpZG9yLXByb2dyYW0lMkZyYXBpZHJpZGUtcm9vc2V2ZWx0JTNGdXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCUyNnV0bV9zb3VyY2U9Z292ZGVsaXZlcnkvMi8wMTAwMDE5MjcyYmVmM2RkLWIyZDA1ZWVmLTgzNDItNDk0ZC1iNzZlLWI3YTc5OWYwM2YwYS0wMDAwMDAvcmtEZUhUZzA5VTZJT1JsTHhhdEJnbmFOc1FyV2VMckh4QTJ1MzBvOW0xVT0zNzQ%3D&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]. Thank you for your continued support and engagement!

*Contact us** *    

If you have any questions, please contact us at RapidRide@seattle.gov.       

Sincerely,     

Darrell Bulmer    

Communications and Outreach Lead    

RapidRide@seattle.gov | (206) 257-2022  

*Need Translation?*   

For information on our work to upgrade the Route 70 bus route to a RapidRide bus line, in your language, please leave a voicemail in your preferred language at (206) 257-2202  

Para obtener información en su idioma sobre nuestro trabajo para convertir la Ruta 70 del autobús a una línea RapidRide, llame al (206) 257-2202  

若想通過您的語言了解有關 70 號公車路線升級為快速線 (RapidRide) 的工程資訊，請致電 (206) 257-2202  

若想通过您的语言了解有关 70 号公交路线升级为快速线 (RapidRide) 的工程信息，请致电 (206) 257-2202  

70번 버스 노선을 RapidRide 노선으로 업그레이드하기 위한 당국의 작업에 대한 정보를 귀하의 언어로 확인하려면 (206) 257‑2202로 전화하십시오  

Route للحصول على المعلومات حول عملنا لتطوير مسار الحافلة 70   

(206) 257-2022 بلغتك، اتصل بالرق م  RapidRide إلى خ ط  

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