Snohomish County bus riders can look forward to more service and lower reduced fares in 2025
Snohomish County—The Board of Directors approved the Community Transit 2025 budget on December 5. The board also approved lowering reduced fares to $1 for eligible riders. Others who qualify based on income for the Subsidized Annual Pass will be able to ride for free. “Transit needs to be an easy choice for people, so we’re […]
Easy, low-cost, on-demand travel option from Community Transit to begin in North County
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Residents in Arlington, Darrington, and Lake Stevens will soon get to try out Zip Shuttle, Community Transit’s latest pilot project. Zip-branded vehicles will start road-testing early in December with a target launch date set for later in the month. The flexible, on-demand rideshare service allows anyone to book a ride within a specified zone […]
Community Transit Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Community Transit makes changes to hours of service on Thanksgiving Day and the day after. Thursday, Nov. 28 (Thanksgiving Day) Friday, Nov. 29 Check bus schedules at communitytransit.org/schedules, or use Plan My Trip. Community Transit provides bus and paratransit service, vanpool, and innovative transit options in Snohomish County. The agency is expanding the Swift […]
Community Transit proposes 2025 Budget: More service, security, electric buses
Snohomish County—Community Transit proposes to increase bus service next year following an historic year of transit expansion in 2024. The agency’s proposed 2025 budget also includes funding for three new Zip microtransit pilot projects that will start later this year and increases in security staff and programs. The proposed budget is available for review at […]
Community Transit Board Workshop, October 24
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—A Community Transit Quarterly Board Workshop is scheduled for Thursday, October 24 at 3 p.m. The Community Transit Board will hear presentations on: This meeting will be hybrid, held in person at the Cascade Board Room (2312 W Casino Rd, Everett 98204) with online options available. Watch live on YouTube channel: bit.ly/CTPublicMtgsYouTube. Join Zoom […]
No parking? No problem! Take the Bus to Light Rail
Struggling to find parking at the new Lynnwood City Center light rail station? You’re not alone. Parking fills up fast, but there’s a stress-free alternative: the bus. “Taking the bus to light rail is easier than you think,” says Annmarie Gibson, assistant manager of Customer Care at Community Transit. Interest in riding light rail means […]
Community Transit Invites New Riders to Take Public Transit
Community Transit recently launched a major service expansion, bringing more public transit options to new riders in Snohomish County. The service expansion and connections to four new light rail stations — one in Lynnwood, another in Mountlake Terrace, and two new stations in Shoreline — have sparked a renewed interest in local transit options. Many […]
Economic Alliance Snohomish County commences new CEO search
EVERETT—Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) has launched a search for a new chief executive officer to spearhead its mission of fostering a globally competitive economy in Snohomish County. Since 2011, EASC has been the unified voice for the county’s diverse business community, working to bolster regional business and deep community connections. EASC is the nexus […]
Community Transit monthly board meeting, Oct 3
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—The Community Transit Board of Directors’ monthly meeting will take place at 3 p.m., Thursday, October 3. Agenda items include these presentations: There is one action item: For the full agenda, 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. Livestream: https://bit.ly/CTPublicMtgsYouTube Join […]
A New Era: Snohomish County Embraces Expanded Community Transit Service
Local transit service in Snohomish County just got a major upgrade. Major changes to Community Transit’s service change, which marks a historic milestone for local transportation, launched on Sept. 14. This change comes just two weeks after the opening of four new light rail stations — one in Lynnwood, another in Mountlake Terrace, and two […]
