Last day of the Summer Green Street ended with a rainbow

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Project Report

Over the summer one city block was transformed into a Summer Green Street for all to enjoy. This temporary experiment into 'tactical urbanism' demonstrated what can be achieved when space is made for gathering together.

This report presents the results of the summer experiment, in order to foster on-going discussion and to shape the permanent improvements, as proposed in the recently-passed Seattle Transportation Levy.

The eventual outcome can only benefit with your input, so please stay in the loop on this promising project.

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THE PROJECT

U District Summer Green Street

A Summer Pilot of the Green Street on NE 42nd

Summer Green Street

Only this Summer!

With your 1,686 votes at last year's Streetfair, we developed a design plan to transform NE 42nd Street into a 'Green Street', providing a vision for a future, permanent change to this vital connection between The Ave and UW campus.

At this year's Streetfair (May 18-19), this project received another 391 votes amongst intense competition to demonstrate strong community support for the proposed summer activation.

Because of this support, we were awarded $50k in funding for this summer to activate the street. We'll bring in potted trees, outdoor seating, play equipment, and lighting. We'll paint street murals and set up a stage for outdoor concerts, art shows, and movie nights. The goal is to create an attraction to enjoy over the warm days and nights, and bring more foot traffic to local businesses. The project will also address the five-acre deficit in open space and ensure the U District remains livable, sustainable, and accessible as it grows.

As a form of 'tactical urbanism' (quick, cheap, and temporary modifications), all of this activity will culminate with the U District Food Walk, when The Ave is again prioritized for people.

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Sponsors & Partners

Funding provided by the Neighborhood Matching Fund of the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods. Additional funding provided by 4Culture of King County and the U District Advocates, who serves as our fiscal sponsor.