Community Transit becomes first public transit agency to earn Salmon-Safe Certification
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—By its very nature, public transit contributes to a cleaner environment by providing alternatives to personal vehicles. Now, Community Transit is going further as it becomes the first transit agency to earn Salmon-Safe Certification. The designation by independent, non-profit environmental organization Salmon-Safe marks a major milestone in the Snohomish County agency’s commitment to supporting […]
Community Transit monthly board meeting, March 5
Snohomish County, Wash. – The Community Transit Board of Directors’ monthly meeting will take place at 3 p.m., Thursday, March 5. Agenda items include: For the full agenda and information on how to comment, go to communitytransit.org/board-of-directors and click on Upcoming Meetings. The meeting will be hybrid, with in-person attendance and online options available. The […]
Mukilteo Mayor Joe Marine selected as Community Transit Board chair
EVERETT—Mukilteo Mayor Joe Marine was selected by his peers to serve as chair of the Community Transit Board of Directors for 2026, a one-year term. Chair Marine served on the board from 2008-2013, and re-joined in 2020. He has lived in Mukilteo for more than 20 years. Mountlake Terrace City Council Member Kyoko Matsumoto Wright […]
Community Transit Board approves purchase of Goodwill Property
EVERETT—The Community Transit Board of Directors unanimously approved purchase of the Goodwill property, located at 2208 West Casino Road adjacent to the Cascade Administration Building, valued at $25,350,000. The agreement includes a 24-month seller lease-back of $120,000/mo. “This is smart move,” Mukilteo Mayor Joe Marine said. “It is something we are going to need in […]
Three new members join Community Transit Board
EVERETT—Edmonds City Council Member Susan Paine, Lynnwood City Council Member David Parshall, and Mountlake Terrace City Council Member Kyoko Matsumoto Wright have been selected to a two-year term on the Community Transit Board of Directors, which sets budget and policy direction for the countywide transit agency. The new Community Transit Board will elect officers at […]
New Year’s Eve service: Community Transit joins regional agencies for fare-free rides
Need a safe ride on New Year’s Eve? Community Transit and regional partners are offering fare-free service. Below is what you can expect from Community Transit and our regional partners on Dec. 31, plus a quick guide to New Year’s Day service. Community Transit King County Metro King County Water Taxi The water taxi will […]
Community Transit Thanksgiving holiday bus schedule
Snohomish County, Wash. – Community Transit makes changes to hours of service on Thanksgiving Day. Thursday, Nov. 27 (Thanksgiving Day) Buses will operate on regular schedule on Friday, Nov. 28. Check bus schedules at communitytransit.org/schedules, or use Plan My Trip. Plan ahead by visiting communitytransit.org/holiday for all Community Transit holiday schedules. Community Transit provides bus […]
Community Transit public hearing and board meeting, Nov 6
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—The Community Transit Board of Directors’ monthly board meeting will take place at 3 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 3. The meeting will begin with a public hearing on the 2026-2027 Proposed Budget. Agenda items include: For the full agenda and information on how to comment, go to communitytransit.org/board-of-directors and click on Upcoming Meetings. The meeting […]
Community Transit unveils its $560 million 2026-2027 biennium budget
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Community Transit has released its proposed biennial budget for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, marking the agency’s first shift to a two-year planning cycle. The plan, presented by Chief Executive Officer Ric Ilgenfritz, focuses on continued service improvements, infrastructure investments, and a transition to in-house operations amid economic uncertainties. The budget aligns with the […]
Community Transit will operate a Sunday bus schedule this July 4
SNOHOMISH COUNTY– All Community Transit service and Sound Transit buses will operate on a Sunday schedule on Independence Day, Friday, July 4. Bus schedules are available at communitytransit.org/Schedules. For personalized help planning a trip, visit communitytransit.org/PlanMyTrip or contact Customer Care at (425) 353-RIDE (7433) prior to the holiday. Fireworks prohibited on Community Transit properties and […]
