The barriers to pedestrian use of the Swedish Edmonds Hospital area are rooted in broad concerns about safety and a lack of stimulating infrastructure. Interviewees commented on pedestrian and bicyclist safety in relation to the high volume of traffic on 76th Avenue West, 220th Street SW, and Pacific Highway 99, citing them as the greatest determinant in deciding to walk, cycle, or drive. A secondary factor preventing pedestrian use of the area is the absence of sidewalks, paths, and a dedicated community space. These elements combine to create a perception of the Edmonds Swedish Hospital area as relatively inhospitable to pedestrian mobility. Community stakeholders recommended the creation of greenways and trails to link the campus to the nearby businesses. Residents also expressed desire for a publicly accessible space for socializing. Interviewees also recommended more bike lanes to address the high volume of vehicular traffic that bicyclists and pedestrians face.
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Sustainable Cities Partnership Contact Info
University Faculty Contact
Sean Bruna
Anthropology
Assistant Professor
Local Government / Community Contact
Brad Shipley
Associate Planner