Ballard Link Extension
Serving regional jobs, dense neighborhoods

News and updates

The Ballard Link Extension will provide fast, reliable light rail connections to dense residential and job centers throughout the region. A new downtown Seattle light rail tunnel will also provide capacity for the entire regional system to operate efficiently. Stay engaged and let us know what you think.

Reminder: BLE scoping comment period ends Dec. 9

Thank you to those who have participated in the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) scoping comment period for the Ballard Link Extension. Materials from our in-person scoping meetings can be…

Learn more about CID additional studies

In March 2023, the Sound Transit Board (Board) adopted motion M2023-18 which identified a preferred alternative for the Ballard Link Extension project. As part of this motion, the…

Ballard Link Extension scoping meeting

Short presentation at 5:30 p.m. ASL interpretation will be provided.Refreshments and activities for children will be provided.

Coming soon: Chinatown-International District (CID) Additional Study Results

In March 2023, the Sound Transit Board (Board) adopted motion M2023-18 which identified a preferred alternative for the Ballard Link Extension project. As part of this motion, the Board also directed…

Ballard Link Extension scoping meeting

Short presentation at 5:30 p.m. Cantonese, Mandarin, and Vietnamese interpretation and translated materials will be available. ASL interpretation will be provided.Refreshments and activities for…