The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) is officially recruiting community members to join the newly formed Transportation Funding Task Force. This advisory group is tasked with identifying equitable and sustainable funding solutions to address the city’s most pressing infrastructure needs, including the maintenance and improvement of bridges, sidewalks, and pavement conditions.
The creation of this Task Force was directed by the Seattle Transportation Levy after community members expressed concerns that current funding is insufficient to maintain these critical city assets. To ensure a wide range of perspectives, SDOT is seeking individuals from all neighborhoods and backgrounds—including those with professional experience in finance, policy, or trades, as well as those with lived experience navigating the city's transportation systems. Applicants do not need to be professionals in the field to be considered.
Member Responsibilities and Commitment Selected members will work together to evaluate the tradeoffs between competing priorities such as equity, sustainability, mobility, and maintenance. The goal is to deliver actionable policy and funding recommendations to the Mayor and City Council.
Key details of the commitment include:
- Timeline: August 2026 through December 2027.
- Time Commitment: Approximately 3–6 hours per month, including one monthly in-person meeting and pre-meeting material review.
- Compensation: $75 per hour is available for members who demonstrate financial hardship.
How to Apply Interested individuals must submit an online application, a resume, and—if representing a formal organization—a letter of support. The deadline for all applications is Sunday, May 31, at 11:59 PM.
For more information and to access the application, visit the Task Force website: https://www.seattle.gov/transportation/about-us/funding/transportation-funding-task-force
