A bus ride to local community events can add to the fun
Summertime in our region brings amazing weather and some great opportunities to discover fun community events. Community Transit is highlighting how residents can take the bus to get to various activities happening this season around Snohomish County and beyond – from local farmers markets to community celebrations, regional fairs, and much more. With increased congestion […]
Older adults, Zip Alderwood Shuttle is your solution to transit gaps
Many people rely on public transit for flexible, affordable, and accessible trip options. In Lynnwood, where people aged 65 and older make up more than 17% of the population, public transit serves as a vital means of transportation for older adults. However, for some older adults, the biggest challenge in accessing transit is the first […]
Inslee orders flags lowered for Memorial Day
OLYMPIA—Governor Jay Inslee on Wednesday, May 22, issued a directive to all state agency facilities to lower flags to half-staff on Monday, May 27, in recognition of Memorial Day. “I have no objection to agencies lowering the flags at the close of business on Friday, May 24, 2024,” Inslee wrote in the directive. “Flags should […]
Outgoing Lynnwood Parks Director ‘disappointed’ with mayor for not following succession plan
LYNNWOOD—When former Lynnwood Parks & Recreation Director, Lynn Sordel, announced his retirement in November of 2023, he made it clear to council that he would deliver a comprehensive succession plan to be submitted to Mayor Christine Frizzell. But now the retired Lynnwood Parks & Recreation Director feels “disappointed” with Mayor Frizzell for neither following through […]
Buttigieg proposes $88.4 million for Lynnwood Link Extension project
WASHINGTON, D.C.—In his $4 billion funding recommendations for the Capital Investment Grants (CIG) Program and Expedited Project Delivery (EPD) Pilot Program, U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg included $88.4 million for the Lynnwood Link Extension that is expected to open by fall of 2024. This proposed funding would, if appropriated, complete the CIG grant agreement contribution […]
Housing for homeless WA children among six affordable projects secured by Cantwell
WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA), on March 8, secured $6.5 million in the Fiscal Year 2024 spending package for half a dozen affordable housing projects that will provide hundreds of families and children throughout Washington state a place to live. “These projects will create new housing for the people in the State of Washington who need […]
Snohomish County Executive releases 2023 annual report
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers released the 2023 Annual Report for Snohomish County Government on Friday, January 26, highlighting some accomplishments and outcomes for all Executive departments during 2023 and their visions going forward through this year. “Looking back on 2023, we can be proud of the fact that we are becoming more efficient, […]
Community Transit New Year’s bus service, everyone rides free
Snohomish County, Wash.—Community Transit will operate on Sunday schedules during the New Year’s holidays. Riders are advised to plan their trip and check schedules in advance or contact Customer Care at (425) 353-RIDE (7433) or riders@commtrans.org for help before the holidays. Sunday, Dec. 31 (New Year’s Eve) Monday, Jan. 1 (New Year’s Day): Community Transit provides […]
Washington airports received $190 million in federal funding for 2023
WASHINGTON, D.C.—A total of $190,387,738 went directly to 37 Washington state airports during 2023 for projects to modernize: runways, maintenance areas, and equipment. In addition, the State of Washington received a $1,000,000 planning grant. U.S. Senators Maria Cantwell (D-WA), chair of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, and Patty Murray (D-WA), chair of […]
Community Transit announces executive team appointments
Snohomish County, Wash., November 1, 2023—Community Transit veterans Roland Behee and Melissa Cauley will play key roles on the agency’s Executive Leadership Team following appointments announced October 3 by CEO Ric Ilgenfritz. Behee will serve as Chief Operating Officer and Cauley as Chief Planning and Development Officer. “Roland Behee and Melissa Cauley’s deep and proven […]
