Seattle Monorail begins construction on Westlake Station project

Seattle Monorail Services recently began construction of $6.6 million in improvements at the Westlake Monorail station.

The improvements are a part of Climate Pledge Arena and The Seattle Kraken’s investment in Seattle Center Monorail, according to a news release.

The construction, which is expected to be completed in fall, includes work that will double system capacity, provide better access and strengthen the connection to Sound Transit's Link Light Rail and the regional bus network.

The project will also increase the size of the passenger boarding area at Westlake Station and allow boarding through all eight doors to increase the number of trains trips during peak service.

The Monorail will suspend passenger service until April 30, but will resume operation and remain open throughout the construction process.