Eastgate Neighborhood Signage

The city will provide neighborhood signage in Eastgate in 2026. The new signs will reinforce Eastgate's distinct identity. Community input will be critical throughout the design process, from initial direction and review of alternates to the final selection.

Take the Eastgate Signage Community Survey by March 26 to provide your feedback on the neighborhood’s identity and future.

Potential Locations

The signs will be at gateway locations to the more residential portion of Eastgate south of Interstate 90. Two locations on city-owned land have been tentatively identified.

South Location

Image of proposed sign location at 148th Ave SE and SE 45th Pl - looking northbound — 148th Avenue Southeast at Southeast 45th Place (northbound on 148th Avenue Southeast entering Eastgate)

Image of map showing proposed sign location at 148th Ave SE and SE 45th Pl

West Location

Image of proposed sign location at SE Newport Way just east of the intersection with Somerset Blvd SE - looking eastbound — Southeast Newport Way just east of the intersection with Somerset Boulevard (eastbound entering Eastgate)

Image of map showing proposed sign location at SE Newport Way at Somerset Blvd SE

Timeline and Process

Seeking initial design direction from the Eastgate community - March
Procure vendor with scope drafted per design direction - April
Vendor will develop three alternate designs per initial community direction - May/June
Community to vote on preferred choice of the three sign designs - June/July
Construction and Installation of signs - October/November

Preliminary Design

We anticipate these signs will be constructed of stone-cladding, brick or concrete with metal elements, similar to previous neighborhood signage. Per the city’s neighborhood signage standards, these signs must use durable long-lasting materials. Unfortunately, wood is not a suitable material for any portion of the sign, although there is potential to obtain a wood-like appearance with an alternate material or method.

Additionally, the sign must comply with requirements dictating the size and height as well as other requirements such as vehicle sightlines and view triangles from driveways. Signs must be low-maintenance: easy to repair and clean, including removal of graffiti.

We would like to understand the characteristics and features of the neighborhood that you most value and which could serve as inspiration to the design of the signs. Additionally, we would like to hear your general thoughts on the signage.

Tell us what you think!

Take the Eastgate Signage Community Survey by March 26 to provide your feedback on the neighborhood’s identity and future.

Eastgate Signage Community Survey