Community Transit launches new Cathcart Park and Ride serving Routes 109, 166 and 901
EVERETT—After many years of planning, a new transit park and ride facility is scheduled to open August 29 near Cathcart Way and State Route 9. Now that construction of the 154-stall Cathcart Crossing Park and Ride is completed, the facility will be owned by Snohomish County and operated by Community Transit under an operations and maintenance agreement. The facility was a condition of development of […]
Everett Mayor assures ‘absolutely no reduction’ in paratransit service in Community Transit merger talks
EVERETT—Mayor Cassie Franklin shared with roughly 100 residents on Tuesday who packed the Banquet Room of the Walter Hall Golf Course for a public open house to learn more about the process and potential impacts on the potential acquisition of Everett Transit by Community Transit, that there will be “absolutely no reduction in paratransit service.” […]
Community Transit announces Aug 29 bus service changes in Snohomish County
SNOHOMISH COUNTY — Starting August 29, Community Transit is making changes to bus routes, schedules, and park and ride facilities in Snohomish County. The updates will impact several stops, including in Bellevue and Downtown Seattle. Service changes take place four times a year to improve reliability and connections and meet shifting demands. Routes 109, 166, […]
More Snohomish County bus rapid transit and microtransit service on the horizon
Snohomish County – More bus service and new Zip Shuttle zones are coming to Snohomish County in the next six years. On August 6, the Community Transit Board of Directors approved the 2026-2031 Transit Development Plan (TDP) which lays out plans for the expanded service and other initiatives. The plan also includes resuming work with […]
South County Fire Board adopts resolution in support of Bond Measure
South County Fire’s Board of Commissioners adopted a resolution Wednesday, August 5, in support of the Fire and EMS Construction Bond appearing on the November ballot. “Improving fire stations is essential to maintaining the level of emergency service our community relies on,” said Jim Kenny, chair of the South County Fire Board of Commissioners. “When […]
Jared Mead Commentary: Traffic, what’s at stake?
Last week, I was driving home after an evening meeting in Everett. Like a lot of parents, I wasn’t thinking about the meeting anymore. I was thinking about getting home before the kids went to bed. Another crash. Another backup. Another reminder of how quickly one incident can bring traffic across much of our county […]
Free AquaSox tickets in celebration of 50 years of Community Transit service
EVERETT—Snohomish County residents are invited to celebrate Community Transit’s 50th anniversary at a special summer celebration with the Everett AquaSox on August 16. Community Transit is giving away 1,000 free general admission tickets to the game at Everett Memorial Stadium. Residents can request up to four tickets per household while supplies last. Ticket requests are […]
Sound Transit to run extended Link 1 and 2 Line service for July 4
People celebrating Independence Day this year will be able to enjoy the convenience of extended service hours on Link light rail. Link 1 and 2 Line trains will operate on an extended Saturday, July 4, schedule, with trains running every 10-15 minutes until early morning hours. Train schedules 1 Line 2 Line ST Express bus routes will run on a normal Sunday schedule, as will […]
Bothell woman launches petition advocating for more efficient transportation
BOTHELL—After several years of experiencing transportation gaps in Bothell, resident Geethapriya Kumaraguru has taken matters into her own hands by launching a petition calling on local governments and transportation agencies to expand service. Kumaraguru’s petition currently has about 81 signatures and is addressed to Bothell Mayor Mason Thompson, Bothell City Council, Kenmore Mayor Nigel Eubank, […]
Community Transit public hearing and board meeting, July 2
SNOHOMISH COUNTY– Members of the public are invited to comment on Community Transit’s Draft 2026-2031 Transit Development Plan (TDP) at a public hearing on Thursday, July 2, at 3 p.m. The Board of Directors’ monthly meeting will follow the public hearing. Board meeting agenda items include: For the full agenda and information on how to […]
