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Seattle to close streets near Pioneer Square, expand bike parking and pilot micromobility valet for World Cup
Summary
SDOT told businesses it will close streets around Pioneer Square on match days, expand the bike corral program by 200 corrals, and pilot partnered micromobility valet services to support pedestrian space and visitor flows.
A Seattle transportation official explained the city's neighborhood plans for match days, saying the city "is also closing streets in and around Pioneer Square, and we are currently working through communications and making sure that everybody knows all the businesses and all of the property owners know exactly what to expect on game days." The official said outreach to businesses is ongoing and that the city aims to create more pedestrian space while acknowledging business needs.
SDOT also said it will expand the bike corral system by 200 corrals and partner with micro‑mobility vendors to provide a valet program for scooters and bikes. Officials characterized the actions as a pilot to improve pedestrian circulation and to make Pioneer Square "a really great experience for all of the visitors here."
