Where was the first traffic light in the City of Redmond? Where was that busy intersection? When was the first traffic light needed in Redmond?
The corner of Leary Way and Redmond Way got the first stop light in downtown Redmond in 1966. The map shows the downtown core which contains many of the historical buildings and shows this all important intersection. Hmm…I think a lot has changed since then. Could be that Microsoft factor.
The corner took on a new identity when the stop light was put in. The crossing was called “Walk and Don’t Walk” after the light was installed.
This was the busiest intersection in 1966. What do you think is Redmond, Washington’s busiest intersection today?
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[...] I just wrote a post about the first traffic light coming to Redmond in the 1960’s. It’s hard to believe that it was only 40 years ago that there was a need for the first traffic light. Things in Redmond have certainly changed over the last half century! With the amount of traffic, particularly around Microsoft, ride sharing is another option for commuting. Fortunately, for Redmond, Microsoft has a terrific commuter service. But there is still much that people in Redmond can do to improve traffic for all. Everyone has to pitch in to make changes with our traffic and use of energy. [...]