The City is supporting shared-use mobility hubs as a key part of its plan for more connected, sustainable, and equitable transportation systems. The Shared-Use Mobility Hub Plan calls for building a citywide network of mobility hubs as part of this effort. For more information, including a complete list of locations for the proposed hub sites, potential design ideas, and implementation phases, read the full Shared-Use Mobility Hub Plan (PDF). 

What Are Shared-Use Mobility Hubs?

Shared-use mobility hubs are locations where people can easily access different types of transportation and services all in one place. These hubs support first and last mile connections, making switching between travel modes easier and improving overall mobility within the city. Some services you might find at a mobility hub include:

• Fixed-Route Transit: Scheduled buses and trains.
• Flex-Service Transit: Flexible, on-demand transit service within designated areas.
• Carshare: Short-term car rental services.
• Scooter/Bikeshare: App-based rental services for bicycles and scooters.
• Ridesharing: Organized carpools and vanpools.

Mobility hubs also provide helpful facilities like EV charging stations, comfortable waiting areas, wayfinding signage, and secure bike storage.

Why Are Mobility Hubs Important?

The City understands that to reduce reliance on single-occupancy vehicles (cars traveling with only one person), there must be easy-to-use and accessible transit alternatives. Shared-use mobility hubs play a key role in:

• Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Hubs encourage shared rides and active transportation, helping improve air quality and support Shoreline’s climate goals.
• Improving Equitable Access to Transportation: Hubs offer a variety of travel options, which is especially helpful for individuals without access to their own cars. 
• Promoting Healthier Communities: Hubs encourage walking, biking, and other active ways of getting around, helping the community stay healthy. 
• Supporting Growth and Resilience: Mobility hubs can adapt to new technologies, like self-driving cars, and help people still get around if one type of transportation is disrupted. 

Mobility Hub Types

To meet the different needs of Shoreline’s neighborhoods, the plan introduces three distinct types of hubs:  

• Regional Hubs: Located at major transit centers, these hubs provide the most features and services. They serve both Shoreline residents and regional travelers.
• Central Hubs: Designed to support commuting, leisure, and recreational travel, connecting neighborhoods to key destinations.
• Neighborhood Hubs: Smaller hubs with basic services that support local transit and active transportation options.

Each hub will be thoughtfully designed, with input from the community, to ensure it serves as a valuable resource for its area. 

Implementation Strategy

The Shared-Use Mobility Hub Plan describes a step-by-step approach for bringing these hubs to life, focusing on seven priority hub sites with three pilot locations currently under evaluation:

• Aurora Avenue N & N 185th Street
• Shoreline City Hall - Midvale Ave N and 175th St.
• 15th Ave NE & NE 145th St. BRT Station 

Each pilot site will be carefully planned based on market research, community feedback, and coordination with property owners. The process includes several key steps: confirming site suitability, partnering with transportation service providers, securing funding and resources, engaging with the community, and monitoring how well the hubs work. This thoughtful approach will allow the City to adjust the designs and plans based on real-world insights.