Frank Chopp's Megaduct Proposal

Frank Chopp, Olympia's favorite stubborn uncle, decided many years ago that something should be done about the viaduct, and because he lives in Seattle he was able to wait seven years before actually announcing his plan.

Wow, he must have absolutely no faith in the state's leadership.

His proposal, a giant mall/freeway between downtown and the waterfront, would be bigger and bulkier than the current viaduct, but before you totally start to hate this idea, keep in mind there will be a park on top.

While everyone else in the world is deciding how to plan for less cars and think more eco-friendly, Chopp's plan would boldly take Seattle into the 1970s.

As Chopp prepares to unleash this plan on the 2009 Legislature the city, county, and Governor are scrambling to come up with an alternative plan by January, so Chop doesn't get to act the part of selfish child and force his plan through.

However, with more people on the roads, that means more fake DUIs for him to make up.

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By David in News on November 20, 2008 11:00 AM

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bilco

The whole idea of having any type of lovely space around the viaduct is a joke. Has Chopp ever spent any time near this thing? It's so bloody loud that the main thing you want to do is vacate the area. I'm sure a modern one would be somewhat quieter, but I can't imagine it actually being pleasant

jezbian

troy will you pls. run for mayor? or something? that's a GREAT idea..

honestly though i really don't like the ppl who hate on the viaduct so much, and detest those who insist that a surface option is the only way to go...i invite them to try out my proverbial shoes, living on the west side of phinney ridge and driving to renton 5 days a week for work. try doing THAT without the viaduct/a car. it would BLOW.

Troy Morris

Honestly, I like the Viaduct. Yeah, it was ugly as shit, but still... it's a great way to see the Sound and the City while coming in from the South.

Coming in from the North is sad and even scary (to some, not me-- steel nerves).

How about this:

We tear the sucker down and build and shorter one-- two lanes each way and in the middle goes a FUCKING TRAIN on it's way from W. Seattle to Ballard. Under it can be parking.