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Thank you for using King County’s My Commute Map. Here you will find tools to help you plan your commute through unincorporated King County. The map features real-time traffic cameras from King County and other agencies like the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) and travel alerts from King County, WSDOT and several neighboring cities.

Please note that short-term road closures related to traffic collisions or downed powerlines are not reported on Road Alert or the My Commute Map, as those closures are managed by outside agencies. During normal working hours, King County will attempt to tweet or retweet closure information of this type on our X (Twitter) account .

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Traffic delays in full bloom this weekend around Tukwila and UW

Drivers going south on I-5 will find only one or two lanes open when they leave Seattle this weekend, as contractors continue to repair worn-out concrete.

Lane reductions are planned from Boeing Access Road to the Highway 599 junction in Tukwila. Based on previous roadwork there, traffic lineups are likely to extend two or three miles into Seattle, as motorists approach the construction zone.

North of downtown Seattle, cherry blossoms will lure thousands of people to the University of Washington campus. At the same time, utility work will cause a three-lane closure of Montlake Boulevard over Highway 520.

I-5 in Tukwila will be reduced to just one southbound lane, from 10 p.m. Friday until noon Saturday. After that, a second lane will reopen until all five southbound lanes are unblocked at 4 a.m. Monday. Construction on I-5 will be on the left side, and all entrances and exits will stay open.

The Washington State Department of Transportation is briefly closing a fourth lane to create a safety buffer between the repair job and moving traffic.

That decision is unrelated to the crash Jan. 21 north of Vancouver, Wash. , when a suspected drunken driver injured six WSDOT workers parked in pickup trucks before a pothole-repair shift.

WSDOT started adding a buffer lane a few years ago, in reaction to careless driving and worker injuries. And the agency closed four lanes March 1-2 during repairs near the Albro Street exit in Seattle, spokesperson Amy Moreno said.

Drivers can bypass the clogs by taking I-405 on the Eastside past Renton to the I-5 merge at Southcenter; or via Highways 99 and 599 from Sodo through the Duwamish River Valley, she suggested.

Fortunately for freeway flows, the Mariners aren’t playing home games yet, and the Sounders are on the road in San Jose.

So far, crews have replaced 653 concrete panels on nights and weekends, during this phase of the state’s Revive I-5 program in South Seattle and Tukwila.

Soon the repairs will overlap with spring and summer weekend events, an unavoidable situation that will make traffic tougher, Moreno said. After this weekend, WSDOT expects eight more weekends of multilane closures in south Seattle and Tukwila during 2024. The next is tentatively planned for Easter weekend, in the northbound lanes next to Beacon Hill.

The Montlake Boulevard job — involving crews installing utilities, signs and pavement — runs from 10 p.m. Friday until 5 a.m. Monday. Both southbound lanes of Montlake and one northbound lane will close. Drivers crossing Lake Washington from the Eastside can exit at Montlake to reach UW, but all other ramps will close. Bicyclists and pedestrians must cross Montlake Bridge on its east edge.

When that’s done, there will be two new dedicated left-hand turn lanes from northbound Montlake to westbound 520 and I-5. No longer must drivers proceed north and make an unorthodox U-turn at tree-lined East Hamlin Street, for that I-5 connection. 

King County Metro Transit will detour Route 45 to UW from Loyal Heights and Green Lake and Route 75 from Lake City and Sand Point, to end just short of campus. Otherwise, buses would be delayed on campus loop roads, by drivers and pedestrians seeking cherry blossoms. Sound Transit’s U District and UW light rail stations are a popular way to avoid congestion.

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Remove studded tires by March 31 or face $137 fine, WSDOT says

As spring begins, studded tires end or else drivers could receive a fine.

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) said studded tires must be removed by the end of March 31 to avoid a potential fine of $137.

WSDOT urges drivers to plan ahead since the deadline falls on Easter and shops may be closed.

Studded tires are legal in Washington from Nov. 1 to March 31, according to WSDOT . There is no individual exception or "out of state waiver" to the studded tire dates, WSDOT said.

"We know that studded tires cause between $20 million to $29 million in damage to state-owned roads in Washington each winter and also damage city and county roads," said WSDOT Maintenance Operations Manager James Morin. "We urge travelers to explore all their traction options, including non-stud, winter-tread tires which are different from all-season tires. These tires are legal year-round and don't damage our highways."

Washington State Patrol could begin issuing tickets as soon as April 1.

Click here for more information on studded tire regulations in Washington.

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WSDOT admits winter travel will be slow and dangerous due to staffing shortage

In a recent presentation to legislative staff, the state Department of Transportation (WSDOT) shared their operations contingency plan as we head into winter. The key takeaway was that the traveling public should plan for longer road closures if there are storms or avalanches, and we cannot count on WSDOT to provide the same level of service as normal.

Part of this is due to the agency effectively firing over 400 essential employees in October due to the Governor’s sweeping vaccine mandate for state employees.

WSDOT watered down the impact of the mandate in creating this problem by pointing to 2020 hiring freezes and 2021 “nationwide hiring challenges, an ageing workforce near retirement, and a competitive labor market.”

WSDOT’s presentation minimized the culpability of its management for the risks by saying that “pass closures happen every winter for a variety of reasons, including spin outs, crashes, drivers unprepared for conditions, avalanche control, or unsafe weather conditions.” However, the problem is not that nothing goes wrong during winter – but that the Governor and WSDOT Secretary have made it worse.

How much worse? According to WSDOT, this fall, the agency has 293 fewer winter ops positions filled than they did at the same time in 2019.

The agency lost maintenance workers, equipment specialists, and avalanche control specialists. They are having a challenge finding people with commercial driver’s licenses, but are engaged in aggressive recruiting. Additionally, they have hired a recruiter for maintenance work, and are considering putting stickers on their employees that say, “we’re hiring.”

WSDOT indicated that some retired employees have agreed to come back for the winter, and they are considering shifting or reassigning some workers to other areas for the time being.

As far as the public is concerned, some passes will most certainly be closed during longer storms, as WSDOT doesn’t have enough staff to work around the clock.

They say there will be variable speed limits with lower speeds and greater enforcement.

When the pass gets heavy snowfall, WSDOT will remove snow and ice only on one or two lanes, rather than all lanes. This, in and of itself, will create serious mobility and public safety issues.

It is counterproductive and disingenuous for WSDOT to try to deflect attention away from the practical consequences of the Governor’s mandate on their workforce. It is not appropriate to shrug off responsibility and say pass closures and crashes happen every year anyway. This type of spin hurts public trust even more, and not just among the traveling public, but within the agency's own ranks.

We will continue to track WSDOT’s progress in developing and executing this plan, and sharing how it will impact drivers in the coming months.

Director, Coles Center for Transportation Nov. 2017 - May 2022

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WSDOT: Fiscal Analyst 4 - Cash Receipts Supervisor - Olympia, WA

Employer: WSDOT

Job Description: About WSDOT Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project. The Opportunity WSDOT is seeking a skilled Fiscal Analyst 4 to support the Accounting and Financial Services (AFS) division in Olympia, WA. This position is a supervisory position that contributes to the mission of the department by ensuring vendor payments, contract payments, and cash receipts comply with regulations and contractual obligations in support of delivery of WSDOT transportation projects. The position is responsible for supervising a team of fiscal staff responsible for paying vendors/contractors and cash receipting. As a supervisor in the Payment and Receipts unit, you will plan, organize, support, and supervise the daily operations of the Cash Receipts portion of the Payments & Receipts team. This includes developing methods, procedures, and internal controls supporting the financial integrity of the cash receipt accounting processes. Our top candidate will be a natural leader with the ability to work cohesively in a team environment. What to Expect The mission of AFS is to deliver high quality financial services, consultation and training that support WSDOT in providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation options to improve livable communities and economic vitality. Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Fiscal Analyst 4 will: Perform supervisory functions; assign and review work, provide guidance, training, mentoring, coaching, conduct periodic meetings with employees to evaluate performance and handle routine and unusual situations. Responsible for hiring process of direct reports, interview applicants, recommend selection of applicants to be hired; Onboard and train new hires. Assist manager in developing and implementing accounting procedures for area of responsibility, cross train with Vendor Payments Supervisor and Payments and Receipts manager to provide coverage in times of absence. Coordinate cross training duties of direct reports to ensure coverage and support for team members. Perform senior level financial review, analysis and research of accounting data under the general direction of the Payments & Receipts Manager. Process various cash receipt documents including but not limited to; daily cash deposit, bank sweeps, wires and interagency payments in accordance with WSDOT, AFS, Office of Financial Management and Office of State Treasurer cash receipting rules and requirements. Apply the rules of cash receipting, purchasing, travel, department directives, policies and procedures when reviewing regional cash receipts submitted for approval. Create or apply approvals to documents in TRAINS. Review any necessary corrections with appropriate office and ensure corrections are made timely. Monitor TRAINS for any cash receipts in rejected status and work with document preparer to either correct or delete from the system. Review the In-Process list for missed documents, matching entries, or cash receipting errors that need to be corrected. Research, apply to appropriate account, or return payments placed into assigned revenue suspense accounts on a minimum monthly basis. Ensure that suspense accounts are reconciled to zero by dollar amount and fund by fiscal year end. Review, Analyze and Submit Unclaimed Property to Department of Revenue every year. Provide exceptional level customer service to internal and external customers. Qualifications To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required: Bachelor's degree, which includes 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting, auditing, or budgeting. Four (4) years of relevant professional accounting, auditing, or budgeting experience. Please note: Additional experience may substitute for education but not for the credit hours. The ability to meet necessary deadlines established, communicate effectively, both oral and written, with a large internal and external customer base. Skilled in organizing and prioritizing to perform daily tasks and switch between multiple tasks. Basic level of proficiency with Microsoft software programs. Daily attendance in Olympia HQ building to approve cash receipt documents for team. It is preferred that qualified candidates also have: Post-graduate education, some governmental accounting. Experience in governmental accounting. Cash Receipting experience. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), purchasing and travel regulations, Department financial policies and procedures, cash receipting experience. Experience with the following systems: WSDOT TRAINS, PCMS, Cognos. Important Notes This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs. In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov. Why WSDOT Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including occasional telework for eligible positions. Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year! Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness. Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information. Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT? How to Apply Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible. In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application: An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date. An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role. Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. NOTE: This information may be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment. Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity. WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter via email. Contact Us For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter [email protected] . Please be sure to reference 24DOT-HQ-03888 in the subject line.

Contact Person: Email: [email protected] Location: • Olympia, WA Application Method: Apply Online Base Pay: $56,676.00 - $76,188.00 /YR

Posted on March 25, 2024

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