Seattle City Council to consider mayor's $1.45 billion transportation levy Tuesday

Seattle voters want a bolder 2024 transportation levy with close to $2 billion in investments, NPI poll finds

25% of respondents favor a levy with an additional $300 million beyond what Mayor Bruce Harrell has proposed, while 54% -- a majority -- favored an option with an additional $500 million. A mere 21% are opposed to renewing the levy, even after hearing arguments against its continuation.

Seattle City Council to consider mayor's $1.45 billion transportation levy Tuesday

The new transportation levy proposal would add an extra $100 million to the original proposal.

Seattle Mayor Unveils $1.45B Transportation Levy Proposal

In a bid to enhance transportation safety and maintenance in Seattle, Mayor Harrell has unveiled an ambitious 8-year, $1.45 billion levy proposal. This proposal, shaped by extensive community input, follows a period of robust public engagement and reflects the City of Seattle’s commitment to a One Seattle vision for a safe, reliable, and connected transportation system. The proposed levy, which is set to be reviewed by the Seattle City Council, …