A Rare Opportunity To Improve Our Community
The Island Crest Way corridor serves its primary purpose: moving cars up and down Mercer Island. But it fails in several important ways. By reconfiguring Island Crest Way to three lanes, we can address the shortcomings and create a true community asset.
Update: Mercer Island City Council voted FOR the three lane reconfiguration of Island Crest Way at the Council meeting on December 7. Councilmembers Bassett, Grady, Grausz and Pearman were in support. City staff was directed to proceed to project planning. We salute the vision of these community leaders!
The current configuration is:
- Accident prone
- Hair-raising for pedestrians: see how
- Hazardous for nearby homeowners
- Doesn’t accommodate side-street drivers
Four lanes of trouble
A reconfiguration would:
- Reduce accidents
- Improve pedestrian safety: see how
- Enhance quality-of-life for homeowners
- Avoid impact on throughput
A better corridor
Our neighboring cities have shown it works. Please learn the facts and lend your voice in support of the three lane configuration. To learn how you can help click here
Get the Facts
Pedestrian crossings are dangerous on Island Crest Way. Learn more.
Three lane reconfigurations are all around us. Learn more.
More information is available in the form of a presentation by Citizens for a Better Island Crest Way Corridor. It includes additional information on corridor options and experience from neighboring communities.