Seattle Streetcar Coalition

Neighborhood and business leaders advocating for a complete #SeattleStreetcar network by connecting the existing South Lake Union and First Hill lines.

[Seattle Streetcar Coalition @LetsGoStreetcar]

Having a complete streetcar system is a critical link for our city’s transportation network. Center City Streetcar would connect downtown + 12 neighborhoods to:
⛴Colman Dock
🚆Sounder
🚎Bus + RapidRide hubs
🚈LINK light rail
🚞Amtrak
🚲Bike share hubs

#LetsGoStreetcar

[Jon Talton @jontalton]

Still waiting for much-needed First Avenue link of Center City Connector.

[Seattle Streetcar Coalition @LetsGoStreetcar]

#OnThisDay in 1982, the Waterfront Streetcar made its inaugural run from Pioneer Square to Pier 70, drawing 3,000 people. Ridership grew to serve 200,000 passengers annually.

[Seattle Streetcar Coalition @LetsGoStreetcar]

Congratulations to @kcstreetcar for greenlighting their streetcar extension!

"The extension of the streetcar represents the next step in our vision to make transportation free and available to all," - Mayor Lucas

https://t.co/335sZWOIVZ

[Seattle Streetcar Coalition @LetsGoStreetcar]

#OnThisDay in 2012, Seattle dignitaries shoveled the first scoops of dirt for the First Hill Streetcar groundbreaking.

[Transportation Choices Coalition @TranspoChoices]

There's still time to register for our virtual #TransitTalk this Thursday 4/16. How is #COVID19 impacting our transit system and what does a just recovery look like? #TransitIsEssential

Register here: https://t.co/WduA5m7Wkc

[Seattle Streetcar Coalition @LetsGoStreetcar]

#OnThisDay 79 years ago, the last streetcar of Seattle's Municipal Street Railway completed its final run. Once an expansive network with 231 miles of track, the streetcar connected neighborhoods throughout the city, including Ballard, Greenwood, Rainier Valley, and West Seattle.

[Curtis Ailes @curtailes]

Monday morning commute

[Seattle Streetcar Coalition @LetsGoStreetcar]

I guess the pedestrian signal on our platform wasn’t wearing reflective clothing.

Please pay attention, folks.

[Seattle Streetcar Coalition @LetsGoStreetcar]

Get you a streetcar who can connect you to it all. 😉
#DollyPartonChallenge

[SDOT Traffic @SDOTtraffic]

#Seattle The First Hill Street Car is a commute option between Capitol Hill Station and Pioneer Square Station. Expect delays as the downtown core is still seeing heavier than normal traffic volumes for this PM commute.

[Seattle Streetcar Coalition @LetsGoStreetcar]

When your tram matches the sunset. 😍
#LetsGoStreetcar

[Seattle Streetcar Coalition @LetsGoStreetcar]

Celebrating 12 years of streetcars on 12/12! #OnThisDay in 2007, Seattle opened its first modern tram line in South Lake Union.

#LetsGoStreetcar

[Seattle Streetcar Coalition @LetsGoStreetcar]

ICYMI: Center City Streetcar is now fully-funded as part of @MayorJenny’s Fare Share plan! #LetsGoStreetcar 🥳

[Seattle Streetcar Coalition @LetsGoStreetcar]

“We have people come to @PioneerSquare just to ride the streetcar.” Aaron Barthel, Founder of @IntrigueChocola shares how his customers use the streetcar to visit more small businesses in Chinatown and Capitol Hill. #SmallBusinessSaturday

[Transportation Choices Coalition @TranspoChoices]

🎉The #FareShare plan is now law in #Seattle!

YES to fair wages and worker protections for Uber/Lyft drivers, more affordable housing near transit, and increased mobility options, including fully funding the Center City Connector Streetcar!

[Seattle Streetcar Coalition @LetsGoStreetcar]

.@MayorJenny signs Fare Share plan into law, which will generate funding for Center City Streetcar in addition to more affordable housing near transit.
#LetsGoStreetcar

[Fare Share Seattle Coalition @FareShareSEA]

🎉🎉The #FareShare Plan unanimously passes out of @SeattleCouncil!

The plan will invest millions in affordable housing and public transportation while instituting worker protections for drivers in the gig economy. Thanks to 60+ orgs and everyone who has supported Fare Share!

[Seattle Streetcar Coalition @LetsGoStreetcar]

🤦 The importance of grade separation and dedicated lanes: