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12-Cent Gas Tax Increase Deal in Washington State

The Associated Press reports that while the exact details of the compromise plan that involve an 11.9-cent gas tax increase have yet to be released, the deal affects Gov. Jay Inslee's proposed low carbon fuel standard.

June 30, 2015 - Seattle Post-Intelligencer

Seattle to Eliminate Downtown Ride Free Area

A recent "political compromise" forces Metro to phase out the City's highly popular free bus service that serves over 10 million riders per year.

August 13, 2011 - Seattle Post-Intelligencer

More In My Back Yard

MIMBYs? Seattle plans to build a one-story light-rail station in the Roosevelt neighborhood's commercial district, but locals are fighting for greater density and reducing zoning restrictions on the site.

July 18, 2011 - Seattle Post-Intelligencer

More Extensive Bus Service to Serve Seattleites

In Washington state, King County Council will vote on a measure to adopt a new algorithm for transit service policy.

June 20, 2011 - Seattle Post-Intelligencer

Road Safety Bill Aimed at Cars and Bikes

A new road safety bill up for consideration in Washington would increase rules and regulations for motorists and cyclists.

January 5, 2011 - Seattle Post-Intelligencer

Electric Highway On its Way to Pacific Northwest

The nation's first electric highway could be coming to the Pacific Northwest.

July 10, 2010 - Seattle Post-Intelligencer

Seattle TOD Bill Needs Work, Critics Say

An ambitious bill encouraging dense, transit-oriented development in the Seattle area has drawn negative responses from residents who criticize its "one-size-fits-all" approach.

February 21, 2009 - Seattle Post-Intelligencer

Puget Sound Suburbs Could Follow Cities' Tougher Runoff Rules

After a recent state ruling requiring Seattle and other Puget Sound cities to control polluted stormwater runoff, smaller cities and suburbs could be brought on board as well.

February 6, 2009 - Seattle Post-Intelligencer

Can Homeless And Condo Owners Mix?

The Old Town neighborhood of Bellingham, WA, is a hangout for the homeless. The city plans to revitalize the area with new condo buildings, but locals fear that new residents won't mix well with the current ones.

November 11, 2008 - Seattle Post-Intelligencer

Seattle Area Voters: Yes To Transit; No To Road Measure

Puget Sound voters strongly supported Sound Transit's sales tax measure to expand public transit while Washington state voters overwhelmingly rejected an Eyeman initiative to allow solo motorists to use carpool lanes during off-peak hours.

November 7, 2008 - Seattle Post-Intelligencer

Quit Playing it Safe, Seattle!

It's time for Seattle to take a few chances with its architecture, according to the author of this article.

November 6, 2008 - Seattle Post-Intelligencer

New Heights for Seattle's Public Art

Going beyond traditional approaches to public art, Washington's transit authority has launched a program that provides the city with art that expresses Seattle's "core identity."

October 3, 2008 - Seattle Post-Intelligencer

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