Chris Randels
@deutski.bsky.social
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Transit & urbanism advocate; founder & director of Complete Streets Bellevue; democratic socialist; bi polyam furry; he/him Working to inform & organize in Bellevue & Tacoma
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justinoaksford.bsky.social
As a kid who grew up half time in suburban apartments, low income families have always been there, but the renewed investment in building cities for people is doing a lot to help people see that you don’t need a big house or car to raise kids if your city takes care of you.
deutski.bsky.social
I love Seattle sports and how reasonably urbanist all of our teams' venues are. I know not every urbanist is a sports person, but I do see sports as a part of the social fabric and it's great when our stadiums are products of and producers of urbanist vibrancy and character in our city
circlingseasports.bsky.social
Just a quick trip up to @climatepledgearena.com from Lumen Field after the @soundersfc.com win to catch the end of the @seattlekraken.com game!

#SeattleSoundersFC #SeaKraken #SeattleSports
deutski.bsky.social
I really appreciate that we got a question on this reality in the Bellevue candidate forum this afternoon.

I think it was literally the first arena where some candidates had been introduced to this idea, and it was sincerely fascinating seeing them process it in real time.
typewriteralley.bsky.social
I'm really interested to know exactly how "corridor urbanism", which is another name for focusing housing growth on our widest, loudest, and dirtiest arterial streets so other areas don't have to change, got literally baked into Washington's statewide transportation plan.
Reimagining Growth: Corridor Urbanism
Washington state is growing fast. By 2050, our urban cores and rural communities will experience
demographic and economic shifts that demand a new model of development. This plan integrates
housing and land use planning with transportation strategies to encourage growth along key
transportation corridors with mixed-use, mixed-income housing within walking distance of highcapacity transit. It suggests reformed zoning to encourage flexible, mid-scale development that
matches community context and transportation capacity. It offers strategies to streamline development
and lower development costs, which promote affordability.
By linking where people live, work, and shop with how they move, we can reduce commute times, lower
emissions, and support vibrant, walkable neighborhoods. This approach offers substantial potential
benefits: increased housing density, reduced reliance on single-occupancy vehicles, and enhanced
transit accessibility. Environmental advantages include decreased energy and water consumption
and lower carbon emissions. Studies estimate that, compared with traditional suburban development,
dwellings in mixed-income and mixed-use developments consume 39% less energy and 62% less
water. Driving is reduced by 55%, and household costs by 53%. These developments can significantly
boost the local tax base through increased property values.11 By strategically redeveloping existing
corridors, we can create more sustainable, equitable, and economically vibrant communities, alleviating
transportation pressures and fostering responsible urban growth.
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typewriteralley.bsky.social
I'm at a candidate forum for Bellevue city council candidates this afternoon, where one candidate earlier suggested that the city should build parking garages under parks for EV charging and another just called autonomous vehicles the only long-term solution for traffic safety issues.
deutski.bsky.social
Thank you for being there, Ryan!
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joeboomzag.bsky.social
You can’t script it. The Mariners are willed to victory by Humpy the fish finally winning his first race in the middle of the 15th inning. The crowd chants “Humpy Humpy” as the trident crosses off the ALDS win.
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seattlesports710.bsky.social
Midway through the 15th inning, the beloved "Humpy" mascot picked up his first career victory in the Salmon Run race.

Moments later, Jorge Polanco sent the #Mariners to the ALCS for the first time in nearly a quarter-century.
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Humpy gets 1st win, then Seattle Mariners walk off into ALCS
Midway through the 15th inning, the beloved Humpy mascot won his first Salmon Run race. Moments later, the Seattle Mariners advanced to the ALCS on a walkoff.
sports.mynorthwest.com
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eastsideurbanism.org
two great eastside election-related events coming up this weekend!!

Saturday 10/11 - 3pm
Bellevue Council Candidate Forum on Transportation & Mobility

Sunday 10/12 - 1pm
Redmond Doorbelling & Happy Hour w/ Claudia Balducci & Melissa Stuart

links in the next posts! 👇
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lauraridesbuses.bsky.social
Last night at our annual fundraiser, we announced our new name: Tacoma On the Go. We're formalizing that we're working for safe mobility for all across Tacoma, not just downtown. So, so deeply appreciative of all the support as we head into our next era!
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joeveyera.bsky.social
A deciding game under the lights at T-Mobile Park.

At its core, isn't this why we do it? We ride the highs and lows for six months hoping it matters for right now. It's stressful and nerve-wracking and nausea-inducing and I hope as Mariners fans we can find the joy in that.
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completestreetsbellevue.org
Doors will open in T-minus 26.5 hours, but there's still time to register!

Local elections matter. Transportation matters. The five people who win Bellevue's elections in November will make decisions that affect *you* - don't you wanna know what they think?

www.eventbrite.com/e/bellevue-c...
Bellevue City Council Candidate Transportation, Mobility, and Equity Panel
Come see Bellevue city council candidates answer questions focused around transportation, mobility, and equity on October 11th!
www.eventbrite.com
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kirkhovenkotter.com
Had a blast at the @downtownonthego.bsky.social gala / new name reveal last night. Excited for @lauraridesbuses.bsky.social & Tacoma on the Go’s next chapter!
deutski.bsky.social
It must be that you know what is happening at all!

You must stay perfectly uninformed for the next 2 hours
deutski.bsky.social
A note to local elected officials - (obviously you should have never listened to him because he's maliciously spread misinformation, but) listening to Jonathan Choe and giving his narratives legitimacy in 2025 is directly supporting fascism
atrupar.com
Jonathan Choe to Trump: "Another group right now that is behind antifa and working with antifa very closely based on the research that we have right now that we're gonna give to you and your team are the Democratic Socialists of America."
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atrupar.com
Jonathan Choe to Trump: "Another group right now that is behind antifa and working with antifa very closely based on the research that we have right now that we're gonna give to you and your team are the Democratic Socialists of America."
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completestreetsbellevue.org
All 10 candidates for Bellevue's 5 open positions have RSVPed. This is a unique opportunity to hear from candidates, in their own words, why their vision for our transportation system is the best for Bellevue.

There's still time to RSVP! Saturday from 3-5 pm.

www.eventbrite.com/e/bellevue-c...
Bellevue City Council Candidate Transportation, Mobility, and Equity Panel
Come see Bellevue city council candidates answer questions focused around transportation, mobility, and equity on October 11th!
www.eventbrite.com
deutski.bsky.social
Thank you for answering my unasked question of how they would be tracking the wins on that tracker
deutski.bsky.social
I am so so sorry but also so so grateful for you and your sacrifice
deutski.bsky.social
In this house we honor commitment to bits
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kenjennings.bsky.social
AT A GAME ON THE ROAD
razzball.bsky.social
Fan wearing a "Dump Here" jersey with 61 caught Cal's HR 🔥

Immediately changes into an identical 62 jersey
Described in skeet Described in skeet
deutski.bsky.social
I love that you are unapologetically Seattle, Ken
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kenjennings.bsky.social
Hooting and hollering until I’m asked to leave the airport lounge.
deutski.bsky.social
No worries, I didn't expect you to get back so soon considering the game is still happening. Thank you again!