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1. How does the City pay for transportation projects?

We use federal and state grants combined with City revenue from real estate taxes and transportation fees paid by private development in the City. The use of transportation impact fees is regulated in Bothell Municipal Code Chapter 17.045 Transportation Impact Fees.

2. Who do I contact about traffic issues or concerns?

General: Call Jamal Mahmoud, the City's Transportation Engineer, at 425-806-6772.

Private Development: Call Wasim Khan, the City's Traffic Engineer, at 425-806-6773.

Capital Construction Projects: Call Public Works at 425-806-6800 so we can direct you to the appropriate project manager.
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3. How do I report a damaged or malfunctioning traffic signal?

Call 911 right away to report a damaged or malfunctioning traffic signal.

4. Why are there cameras on top of some of the traffic signals?

The cameras communicate the presence of approaching vehicles to the traffic signal controller. The traffic signal controller responds by changing the signal to allow traffic movement as appropriate. Some intersections, where you don't see cameras, use vehicle detection loops embedded in the pavement to communicate to the traffic signal controller.

5. Where can I learn about the City's plans to reduce traffic accidents at a particular location?

The City's plans for transportation improvements can be found in the Six Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), which is updated annually. As funding becomes available, projects are included in the Capital Facilities Plan (CFP), a seven-year financial plan and needs assessment that identifies and prioritizes funding for capital improvements, including transportation projects. If the location you are concerned about is not in the CFP, capital funds are not available for the project. However, please contact Jamal Mahmoud, Transportation Engineer at 425-806-6772 with your safety concern.
Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)

6. How do I request the City install a marked crosswalk at my intersection?

If you have a pedestrian safety concern, contact Jamal Mahmoud, Transportation Engineer, at 425-806-6772. An engineering analysis of the specific location would determine whether a marked crosswalk or other pedestrian safety measure is warranted.

7. How do I request the City install a sidewalk or mark a crosswalk so my kids can walk safely to and from our neighborhood school?

The City-funded sidewalk/walkway program has prioritized sidewalk projects, which will be constructed as funds allow. Funds for the program are quite limited, averaging $300,000 a year. The program's goal is to have a sidewalk on at least one side of the streets that are within one mile of a school.

We require developers of new projects to construct sidewalks/walkways along the road frontage to their projects.

8. I was almost in a crash in an unmarked intersection. How do I request the City install a four-way stop or traffic signal at this unsafe intersection?

Please contact Jamal Mahmoud, Transportation Engineer at 425-806-6772 to talk about your concern. An engineering study must determine that a traffic signal or four-way stop is warranted.

9. How do I request the City lower the speed limit on my street?

Speed limits on Bothell streets are established on the basis of engineering and traffic investigation, and are rarely changed. Please contact Jamal Mahmoud, Transportation Engineer, at 425-806-6772 for more information. See Bothell Municipal Code Chapter 10.35 Speed Regulations.

10. How do I request the City install pedestrian ramps on the sidewalks in my neighborhood?

All new private developments and City-funded projects include pedestrian ramps. City-funded projects are listed in the 2015-2021 Capital Facilities Plan. If your neighborhood street is not among the projects listed in the Capital Facilities Plan, there is currently no funding to install pedestrian ramps in your neighborhood.

11. How do I request the City install a four-way stop at my intersection?

Installing stop signs may be warranted when accidents or other data show that drivers are not observing the right-of-way rule. Please contact Jamal Mahmoud, Transportation Engineer at 425-806-6772 to talk about your concern.

12. How do I request the City install bikeways in my neighborhood?

As funding becomes available, the City will add improvements to the bike routes designated in King County Bike Map and the Snohomish County Area Bicycling and Trail Map. The City recommends bicyclists use the designated routes, many of which have been improved to better accommodate bicycles.

13. How do I request that a bus stop be added or moved?

To request a bus stop addition or change, please contact the transit company that serves the location:

Sound Transit (serves King and Snohomish Counties)
206-398-5000

King County Metro (serves King County)
206-553-3000

Community Transit (serves Snohomish County)
425-353-7433

14. Can the City do something to reduce cut through traffic in my neighborhood?

The City temporarily suspended its Traffic Calming Program, along with other non-mission-critical programs and services, after the economic recession reduced its revenues. Information about how neighbors can work together to improve traffic issues in their neighborhood is available on our Traffic Calming Program page.

15. How do I request changes to the on-street parking regulations on my street?

Please contact Jamal Mahmoud, Transportation Engineer at 425-806-6772 to talk about your concern. Safety requires adequate sight distance and minimum roadway width for emergency vehicles and unobstructed traffic flow in all directions.