What is the future of transportation in Seattle? What can Seattle learn from other cities?

We’re bringing the expertise of four national and international leaders who transformed cities through transportation to help Seattle see our streets and sidewalks in a new light. Join these leaders of New York City, Washington DC, Chicago and Bogotá as they challenge us to develop a transportation system than can meet current demands while also looking ahead to future needs.

In four nights from March to June, come hear about the effects of new technology, demographic changes, quick project delivery, and emerging public space needs on transportation, as well as the impact transportation can have on Seattleites’ health, prosperity and happiness. Together, let’s find the answer to “Where are we Going?”

March 25 | “Future of Transportation in Cities”
Gabe Klein of Urban Land Institute, former Transportation Commissioner in Washington DC and Chicago
Moderator: Cathy Duchamp, KUOW
Seattle Central Library
RSVP here: https://gabeklein.eventbrite.com

April 15 | “Changing Lanes: Blueprints for a New Road Order”
Janette Sadik-Khan of Bloomberg Associates, former NYC Transportation Commissioner under Mayor Bloomberg
Moderator: Ross Reynolds, KUOW
Great Hall at Town Hall
RSVP here: https://janettesadikkhan.eventbrite.com

May 6 |“Mobility as a Force for Health, Wealth and Happiness”
Gil Penalosa, CEO of 8-80 cities and former Parks Commissioner of Bogotá, Columbia
Moderator: Carolyn Adolph, KUOW
Seattle Central Library
RSVP here: https://gilpenalosa.eventbrite.com

June 10| “Build a Better Block: Rethinking Streets & Sidewalks as a Social Setting”
Jason Roberts of The Better Block
Moderator: Joshua McNichols, KUOW
Nesholm Family Lecture Hall at McCaw Hall
RSVP here: https://betterblock.eventbrite.com

All start times are 6 p.m. All events are free.

Learn more about our four speakers…national and international thought leaders on the future of transportation and placemaking in our streets and sidewalks.

Gabe Klein of Urban Land Institute, former Transportation Commissioner in Washington DC and Chicago

Janette Sadik-Khan of Bloomberg Associates, former NYC Transportation Commissioner under Mayor Bloomberg

Gil Penalosa, CEO of 8-80 cities and former Parks Commissioner of Bogotá, Columbia

Jason Roberts of The Better Block

Sponsors:
Seattle Department of Transportation, Office of Arts & Culture, KUOW