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    Big changes coming to Tacoma Dome Station. Would you like more parking or better biking?

    By Simone Carter,

    6 days ago

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    Tacoma Dome Station is set to see major changes. Possibilities include a new parking lot or improvements for biking, walking and rolling — or perhaps a combination of both.

    In a choose-your-own adventure move, you can have a say in which option gets picked.

    Sound Transit announced last week that it’s accepting feedback as part of the Tacoma Dome Access Improvements project for the station, 424 E. 25th St. A survey gauging people’s thoughts on multiple proposals is open through Oct. 11.

    The station offers T Line, Sounder train and ST Express bus service, as well as Amtrak and Pierce Transit local bus service, as noted in a Sept. 11 Sound Transit news release. Also under study: service from the Link light rail to the area.

    Sound Transit said in the release that the city of Tacoma is collaborating on the potential updates, which include:

    • An up-to-300-stall surface parking lot

    • East McKinley Way/East D Street pedestrian and bicycle improvements

    • Corridor improvements to Puyallup Avenue, including upgrades to curb ramps and sidewalks, and enhancements to intersections and bicycle facilities

    • Improvements to pedestrian accessibility and safety along Pacific Avenue

    • Other station-area and railroad-crossing upgrades

    The city government posted to Facebook on Thursday morning that the Tacoma Dome Station is a hub for local transportation.

    An infographic included in the post reads: “Whether you catch the bus or train at the Tacoma Dome Station, live, work or go to school nearby, or travel through the area, your voice matters!”

    Sound Transit spokesperson David Jackson noted that in 2008, voters approved the potential improvements as part of the Sound Transit 2 ballot measure . The measure was aimed at expanding light-rail miles, plus commuter rail and express bus service. Such upgrades were deferred because of the recession — and then again when the pandemic struck.

    “But they are voter approved, and we are moving forward to build what makes sense,” Jackson said. “We are receiving the public’s input as to what they would prefer to see right now.”

    As of 2024, $19 million is available for these projects, he said.

    The Sound Transit Board is expected to choose the proposals next year, according to the Sept. 11 news release. The updates are planned for completion by 2032.

    Learn more or participate in the survey by visiting soundtransit.org/tdai .

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    Neither here nor there
    4d ago
    more parking for the people who live here and already have to fight off homeless rvs, dome guests, Lemay guests and daffodils parade goers all looking for a free spot. we live here and are tired.of being ticketed and towed for guests, homeless and concert goers.
    Sue Hart
    6d ago
    do all 3 at once
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