February 2009 Public Comment Summary

FEBRUARY 2009 COMMENT SUMMARY Introduction In February, 76 comments were submitted to the Alaskan Way Viaduct and Seawall Replacement Program. Comment Format and Origin Comment Format212E-mails9Letters/Comment FormsWeb sitePhone/Hotline44 Comments and questions received at outreach events are summarized separately. Comment Categories We have six comment categories: transportation, design/construction, economic, transit, environmental/public safety and structures/locations. Each comment submitted is categorized by the content of the message. Please note that some comments fit into more than one category, while others do not fit into any of the categories. The bullet points below were extracted from the February comments. Transportation: This category includes comments related to traffic, connections/circulation, pedestrians, and bicycles. In February, there were 8 comments in this category. Below is a sampling. • We need at least three lanes each way along the waterfront. • Although access to SR-99 from Ballard and Magnolia will be somewhat negatively affected by the deep bored tunnel plan, I believe it is the right move for Seattle’s future mobility. • There should be more on- and off-ramps. Design/Construction: This category includes comments related to construction, urban design, the seawall, and engineering. In February, there were 33 comments in this category. Below is a sampling. • Does the new ramp at Elliott and ...