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King County Metro is partnering with SDOT to make bus stop improvements in different neighborhoods throughout the city.
The project will provide improved or relocated bus shelters, improved lighting and wider sidewalks that will allow buses to stay in-lane while riders board and exit by 2027.
July 14, 2025
King County Metro
route 8 branded bus parks at a bus layover
The agency is working with the Seattle Department of Transportation to assess what other steps can be taken to improve the speed and reliability of the bus route.
June 20, 2025
King County Metro
a birds eye view of the Vashon Island water taxi at a dock
Thanks to the collaboration between county and state leaders, funding was secured to maintain the four midday round-trip sailings.
June 18, 2025
King County Metro
person taps their orca card with a fare enforcement officer's validator
For the past two months, the agency has focused on education and reminding riders of the importance of paying a proper fare.
May 28, 2025
King County Metro Transit
King County Metro bus.
The agency says the positive trend coincides with the reinforcing of expectations of riders and encouraging employees and riders to report incidents.
May 2, 2025
King County Metro Transit
A new survey from Commute Seattle reveals that while telework remains popular, transit travel and drive-alone trips are on the rise as more people return to the office after years of social and personal change.
The 2024 Seattle Commute Survey is conducted in partnership with Commute Seattle, SDOT and the University of Washington’s Mobility Innovation Center and provides insights into...
April 30, 2025
King County Metro Transit
King County Executive Shannon Braddock and King County Metro General Manager Michelle Allison are joined by King County’s Executive Climate Director Marissa Aho (to the right of Braddock) and King County Metro’s Zero Emission and Sustainability Teams.
The Tukwila Base is a 544,000-square-foot facility that will power 120 new BEBs.
April 24, 2025
King County Metro Transit
Water taxi crew member fuels the Doc Maynard.
The transition to renewable diesel will reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution from the agency’s two primary Water Taxi vessels.
April 16, 2025
King County Metro Transit
King County Metro opened four new bus stops on April 12 as part of the state of Washington’s SR 520 Montlake Lid project.
The new stops are part of the state of Washington’s SR 520 Montlake Lid project and offer easier connections for riders traveling between the Central District, East Capitol Hill...
April 14, 2025
King County Metro
King County Metro RapidRide G Line bus.
The agency will be moving from scheduled service to headway-based services where buses arrive a set number of minutes apart.
April 1, 2025

Blogs

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Dow Constantine and Ryan Popple.
Over the past two decades, the pace of innovation-driven change seems to be accelerating, with technological breakthroughs massively impacting entire nations, industries, individual...
Jan. 24, 2017

Articles

Valley Metro
Valley Metro fare machine.
The agencies are making adjustments to the way fares are being collected.
March 27, 2025
King County Metro
Snoqualmie Valley Transportation’s Valley Shuttle, the fixed route bus connecting North Bend and Duvall, Wash., will start running on Saturdays and Sundays as of Aug. 17.
In the month of August, NJ Transit, Virginia Breeze and Snoqualmie Valley Transportation will apply bus service changes to improve efficiency and reliability of their transit ...
Aug. 14, 2024
King County Metro Transit
A Metro Flex driver smiles while parked next to South Park Suds Laundromat.
Metro Flex is a neighborhood transit service that provides on-demand rides throughout the service area for the cost of a bus fare.
July 15, 2024
King County Metro Transit
ORCA in Google Wallet.
The transit agencies are changing the way riders pay for fares to enhance the customer experience.
June 26, 2024
King County Metro Transit
King County Metro Transit bus.
The goals of the project, which is set to begin construction in early June, are to reduce transit travel times, improve transit reliability and increase safety and transit access...
May 28, 2024
King County Metro
King County Metro service adjustments for RapidRideG Line and Lynnwood Link graphic.
If the proposed changes are adopted by the King County Council, initial upgrades to the King County Metro bus network will begin with the Aug. 31 service change alongside the...
Feb. 9, 2024
King County Metro Transit
From left to right: Seattle Department of Transportation Director Greg Spotts, King County Councilmember Jorge Barón (D-WA-04), King County Metro General Manager Michelle Allison, King County Executive Dow Constantine, FTA Administrator Nuria Fernandez, Seattle Deputy Mayor Adiam Emery, Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell, Sen. Patty Murray (D-WA), UW Chair of the Provost Advisory Committee for Students Janis Shin and Seattle City Councilmember Maritza Rivera.
SDOT's 5.2-mile RapidRide J Line will upgrade an existing King County Metro bus line by providing improved reliability with bus-only lanes and transit signal priority, decreased...
Jan. 29, 2024
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Members of TriMet's Community Safety Team checking a train in downtown Portland, Ore., in April 2023.
The five transit agencies in Washington State and Oregon that commissioned the first-of-its-kind study are putting mitigation recommendations into practice to keep riders and ...
Oct. 3, 2023
University of Washington
A University of Washington study finds drugs on transit buses, but they are unlikely to cause risks to workers health.
The study found fentanyl and methamphetamine on board numerous transit vehicles, but the positive samples contained small amounts that are unlikely to cause acute medical conditions...
Sept. 8, 2023
King County Metro
King County Metro will launch Metro Flex on March 6. Metro Flex is an on-demand service that replaces Community Ride, Ride Pingo to Transit and Via to Transit.
The integrated service launches March 6 and will support travel through the served neighborhoods, as well as the region.
March 3, 2023

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City of Bellevue
King County Metro Transit’s plans for the RapidRide K Line have been unanimously endorsed by the Bellevue City Council.
Plans for the RapidRide K Line have received positive reactions according to King County Metro’s community engagement surveys.
April 1, 2025
King County Metro
ORCA is making the Regional Day Pass a permanent part of its service offerings to help create a more affordable and accessible transit experience for riders.
Riders will now have the option to purchase a Regional Day Pass which was initially launched as a pilot in August 2024.
March 5, 2025
King County Metro
King County Metro will be reopening four bus stops near 12th Ave. South and South Jackson Street following an effort focused on improving community safety in Little Saigon, Wash.
The four bus stops were surveillanced by local police to improve security in the area and remove any threats to rider and operator safety.
Feb. 21, 2025
King County Metro
King County Metro is adding 120 electric vehicles to its vanpool fleet to expand access to more sustainable transit options.
This procurement aligns with the King County Council’s ordinance to electrify the agency’s rideshare fleet by 2030.
Jan. 3, 2025
King County Metro
King County Metro has entered into a contract with Solaris for two 40-foot and two 60-foot zero-emission buses with an option to procure 12 additional vehicles.
The partnership will help to diversify the number of transit suppliers in the U.S. where bus manufacturing shortages have created supply chain challenges for all transit agencies...
Jan. 2, 2025
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King County Metro bus.
All 174 of King County Metro’s trolley buses will receive new battery packs that will extend their range of operation and longevity.
Dec. 11, 2024
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King County Metro bus.
The 2025 operating budget will invest funding into multiple transit projects to improve safety, reliability and environmentally sustainability.
Nov. 26, 2024
King County Metro
King County Metro has launched a new bus lane pilot.
The pilot will utilize cameras placed on two King Country Metro buses to evaluate how often private vehicles illegally use bus lanes to determine if further action needs to be...
Nov. 21, 2024
King County Metro
King County Metro's proposed budget focuses on cleanliness, equity, reliability, safety and sustainability.
The proposed budget focuses on cleanliness, equity, reliability, safety and sustainability.
Oct. 24, 2024
SDOT
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell and other local leaders celebrate the start of construction of the RapidRide J Line project in Seattle on Oct. 8, 2024.
The RapidRide J Line will strengthen vital neighborhood connections between existing Link light-rail stations in the U District and downtown Seattle and other RapidRide bus lines...
Oct. 9, 2024
King County Metro
King County Metro will begin work to correct RapidRide G Line shelters.
The RapidRide G Line shelters require work to correct paint and welding issues.
Oct. 7, 2024
King County Metro Transit
King County Metro to begin next phase of multi-year infrastructure improvement program.
The program includes multiple transit maintenance bases and route facility improvements located across various King County Metro sites in King County, Wash.
Sept. 26, 2024
SDOT
A person parks a Lime scooter in a designated parking area at the Capitol Hill Link light rail station.
The rewards program is funded by the voter-approved Seattle Transit Measure.
Sept. 18, 2024
King County Metro Transit
King County Metro, Sound Transit, Community Transit and other regional transit partners sign ‘Equity in Infrastructure’ Pledge.
The mission of the Equity in Infrastructure Pledge is to build generational wealth and reduce the racial wealth gap by improving public infrastructure contracting practices to...
Sept. 11, 2024
King County Metro Transit
Service resumes on South Lake Union route of Seattle Streetcar.
Specialized high-voltage control units were installed and tested during the past week at the two substations that deliver electricity to the overhead catenary system that powers...
Sept. 5, 2024
King County Metro
King County Executive Dow Constantine and King County Metro General Manager Michelle Allison with a piece of the ribbon at the RapidRide G Line ribbon cutting celebration.
King County Metro's RapidRide G Line will offer frequent service with new 60-foot, five-door buses with expanded area coverage.
Sept. 3, 2024
King County Metro Transit
King County Metro works to restore South Lake Union Streetcar power system
Tests will be conducted to test performance of the South Lake Union Streetcar before reopening the service to the public.
Aug. 29, 2024
King County Metro
ORCA to offer six-month promotional day pass.
The offer allows for riders to access unlimited rides and transfers between all participating ORCA agencies.
Aug. 27, 2024
King County Metro Transit
King County in Washington is cracking down on transit safety initiatives.
The King County Sheriff’s Office made four arrests on Aug. 16 as part of Operation Safe Transit, which was launched May 1 as a pilot program to make transit safer along 3rd Ave...
Aug. 21, 2024
King County Metro
King County Metro, INIT partnership works to improve electric fleet management with CarMedialab technology.
This partnership will help to achieve real-time vehicle health monitoring, enabling proactive maintenance, reduced downtime and enhanced service reliability.
Aug. 13, 2024
King County Metro
King County Metro Transit is training more bus operators.
On June 21, King County Metro celebrated the graduation of 54 part-time operators to full-time status; the agency recently began training its first class of external candidates...
Aug. 7, 2024
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Increased bus services will help King County Metro to provide better access to transit for King County.
Aug. 5, 2024
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King County Metro Transit will explore adding up to four hydrogen fuel cell buses as early as 2026 as part of a pilot project.
The addition of the hydrogen fuel cell buses is part of a pilot program that will help the agency decide if they will use the buses to complement its battery-electric and trolley...
June 13, 2024
Gillig
Under a new five-year contract, GILLIG will supply King County Metro with an initial order of 89 Low Floor Battery Electric buses, as well as the option to additionally purchase up to 306 of the zero-emission vehicles.
The $111 million contract with GILLIG includes an initial order of 89 BEBs with the option to purchase up to 395 vehicles.
March 18, 2024
Sound Transit
A rendering of the Lynnwood Link extension.
Among the steps the agency is proposing are increased storage capacity for trains, which allows for more frequent service during peak hours, and alternative bus service between...
March 11, 2024
King County Metro Transit
From left to right: Susan Fletcher, administrator, Federal Transit Administration Region Ten, Heena Vahora, co-chair of the King County Metro Mobility Equity Cabinet, King County Metro General Manager Michelle Allison, City of Tukwila, Wash., Mayor Tom McLeod, King County Executive Dow Constantine, Ash Awad, CMO, McKinstry and Dawn Lindell, interim general manager and CEO of Seattle City Light.
The new 544,000-square-foot base will include maintenance facilities and charging infrastructure for the next-generation battery-electric buses that are scheduled to begin service...
March 8, 2024
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A Metro Ambassador interacts with a transit rider on April 27, 2023.
The agency has more than doubled its Transit Security Officers during the past two years from 70 to 160, deployed Metro Ambassadors to provide customer support and activated a...
March 6, 2024
King County Metro Transit
King County Metro Transit has partnered with ATU 587 to launch a new bus operator training pilot.
The Mentors Moving Metro pilot will match experienced operators with new, part-time operators for six to 12 months.
Jan. 2, 2024
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King County Metro Transit bus.
The nine-month study featured 767 participants and was in collaboration with King County Metro’s Transportation Demand Management Ridership Recovery Project.
Dec. 6, 2023
King County Metro Transit
Seattle plans bus-only lane extension, pilot street treatments on Rainier Avenue.
SDOT is piloting new street treatments to discourage people driving personal vehicles in bus-only lanes.
Dec. 5, 2023
King County Metro
King County Metro bus.
The project, which will create a safer and more reliable bus route and Seattle’s first-ever freight- and bus-only lane, now moves to the contractor selection process, with construction...
Nov. 21, 2023
SDOT
The existing King County Metro route 70 bus travels south into the Eastlake neighborhood.
The project upgrades King County Metro’ Transit’s Route 70 with an improved RapidRide level of service that will enhance connections to Downtown, Belltown, South Lake Union, Eastlake...
Nov. 1, 2023
The new parking garage will include a new structured parking facility, additional surface parking and other associated access improvements that will serve the Sounder S Line, ...
Oct. 30, 2023
King County Metro
King County Metro is partnering with the city of Issaquah to expand Metro Flex service across the city’s many neighborhoods and 42,000 residents.
Service will be available in the service area across Issaquah and Sammamish for $2.75 a trip, which is the same fare as a ride on a King County Metro bus.
Oct. 12, 2023
King County Metro
The new King County Metro battery-electric buses with a eco-friendly design.
The New Energy design is a mix of electric yellow and seafoam blue and stands as a visual representation of King County Metro’s movement to a cleaner and more eco-friendly climate...
Sept. 28, 2023
King County Metro
King County Metro is celebrating the success of its second annual Youth Transit Equity Internship program that took place in July.
Throughout the three-week program in July, the Transit Equity Interns become peer ambassadors of transportation resources, explored career pathways within King County Metro and...
Sept. 18, 2023
King County Metro Transit
Ernest Kandilige
Kandilige has served as King County Metro's interim deputy general manager since January.
Aug. 23, 2023
King County Metro
King County Metro and ATU Local 587 have finalized a three-year labor contract that increases wages by approximately 17 percent over the life of the contract.
The agreement increases wages by approximately 17 percent over the life of the contract, as well as a lump sum retroactive payment, a retention bonus of $2,500 and a one-time ...
Aug. 17, 2023
King County Metro
King County Metro has begun construction on a layover facility along Eastlake Avenue.
The facility will consist of 11 bus layover spaces and provide a place for operators to take breaks and access safe restroom facilities.
April 18, 2023
King County Metro
Todd Morrell
Morrell, who replaces former chief of police Jose Marenco, brings more than 25 years of experience in law enforcement.
April 17, 2023
King County Metro
King County Metro launches the RapidRide H Line at Steve Cox Memorial Park in White Center. L-R: Seattle’s Adiam Emery, Seattle Councilmember Lisa Herbold, 4Culture artists Jovita Mercado and Yasiman Ahsani, General Manager Michelle Allison, County Executive Dow Constantine, County Councilmember Joe McDermott, Burien Mayor Sofia Aragon, Tomo Chef Brady Ishiwata Wililams and White Center Food Bank Executive Director Carmen Smith.
The RapidRide H Line is now King County Metro’s seventh RapidRide line and will help retain ridership and attract new ones.
March 20, 2023
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King County Metro's RapidRide H
The change includes King County Metro revising bus schedules and adding bus trips funded by the Seattle Transit Measure.
March 10, 2023
King County Metro
Michelle Allison
Allison was previously deputy general manager and becomes only the second woman to lead King County Metro.
March 2, 2023
King County Metro
147 of the 208 buses King County Metro pulled from service due to steering issues have returned to service.
More than 70 percent of the 208 buses pulled for steering column replacement have returned to service.
Jan. 13, 2023
King County Metro Transit
Terry White and Michelle Allison
White joined King County Metro in 1987 as a customer service specialist and held 13 positions prior to becoming general manager.
Dec. 5, 2022
King County Metro
King County electric buses
The adopted budget supports King County Metro cornerstones, including fleet electrification, ridership recovery, safety and organizational health.
Nov. 21, 2022
King County Metro
Connect again banner
King County Metro delivers more than 11,000 bus trips every weekday.
Nov. 3, 2022
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King County Metro's “It’s OK to say, that’s not OK!” campaign will appear across Metro in English, Chinese (simplified and traditional), Somali, Spanish and Vietnamese.
The campaign, “It’s OK to Say, That’s Not OK,” was developed in coordination with community members and employees.
Oct. 31, 2022
King County Metro Transit
Screen shots showing King County Metro's Transit GO Rewards platform.
Transit GO Rewards will allow county residents and visitors to earn points that can be redeemed for free transit tickets or credits toward the region’s micromobility providers...
Oct. 14, 2022
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King County Metro General Manager for Strategy and Partnerships De’Sean Quinn speaks at an event announcing an extrension to the Via to Transit program at the Skyway King County Library in Seattle, Washington on Aug. 10, 2021.
Quinn has been serving in the role on an interim basis and has 18 years of experience with King County.
Oct. 6, 2022
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The agency is working to grow and improve its Tukwila bus bases to prepare for a fully zero-emissions fleet.
Sept. 15, 2022
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Dargan was surprised with the honor at a ceremony Sept. 8 at King County Metro’s East Base in Bellevue.
Sept. 12, 2022
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The Wall of Fame is an annual award that recognizes the valuable and impactful work of current employees—both individually and as part of a team—who help to improve regional mobility...
Aug. 9, 2022
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King County Metro Transit is planning to add bus lanes on Rainier Ave S to better serve riders that rely on Route 7, with the agency noting ridership has remained high on this...
June 28, 2022
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This was a collaborative project between King County Metro and the city of Seattle, improving five key blocks from Roosevelt Way Northeast to 15th Avenue Northeast.
May 18, 2022
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Guided by community engagement, King County Metro launched three near-term actions to respond to increased concerns aboard coaches.
May 5, 2022
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King County Metro Orca
Transit customers will have access to a new website, smartphone app and real-time value loading for their ORCA cards.
May 4, 2022
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King County Metro
A new pilot program offers a reduced $49 monthly vanpool fare to Kent residents and commuters who make $25 or less per hour. The program begins May 1.
May 3, 2022
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RapidRide H Line – currently operating as route 120 – was previously scheduled to launch in fall 2022 and will now shift to March 2023.
April 20, 2022
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The FTA is recommending the RapidRide I Line receive $66 million and the RapidRide J Line receive $60 million in funds.
April 15, 2022
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King County Metro General Manager Terry White addresses the press conference announcing the electric bus milestone.
The test base can charge up to nine coaches simultaneously and was created with an interchangeable design that utilizes charging infrastructure from multiple manufacturers.
March 31, 2022
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King County Metro Water Taxi
The summer schedule begins on April 21 and will run through Oct. 14.
March 28, 2022
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Riders using the stops can now easily visit local stadiums and ballparks, as well as historic Pioneer Square, Link Light Rail service, the Amtrak and Sounder Station and the Seattle...
Feb. 21, 2022
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Executive Constantine shares a new transit safety report with the King County Council to achieve a long-term vision of safe, accessible and equitable transit to support community...
Feb. 16, 2022
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The on-demand service added four more hubs in Renton Highlands and extended service hours to match other Via to Transit service areas.
Jan. 11, 2022
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A Sound Transit light rail train leaves the Northgate station as a King County Metro bus passes underneath on Oct. 2, 2021 in Seattle.
King County Metro Transit is recognizing a slew of rail employees for their ability to deliver exceptional service, driven by King County Metro’s core values of safety, equity...
Jan. 5, 2022
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King County Metro Transit has been awarded $395.6 million in American Rescue Plan funds.
The grant is made possible by the American Rescue Plan and will aid King County Metro in maintaining service and jobs.
Dec. 14, 2021
King County Metro
Community Van Coordinator and Skyway native Kahdijah Jackson has been recruiting volunteer drivers and raising awareness of the new option.
The Skyway Community Van is designed to provide alternative travel options and help fill community transportation gaps.
Dec. 7, 2021
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New King County Metro battery-electric coaches are seen at Metro’s South Base in Tukwila.
The design-build contract for the electrification infrastructure needed to charge and operate the agency’s buses was awarded to the Walsh-Stantec Progressive Design-Build Team...
Nov. 24, 2021
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King County Metro Sidewalk Data
CommonPaths provides tools for agencies to collect and distribute high-fidelity pathway data in OpenSidewalks.
Nov. 22, 2021
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Expanded red transit lanes and more green traffic lights for buses across King County these days are making traveling by bus swifter and more reliable than ever.
Nov. 15, 2021
MV Transportation
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The company says the software will help communities expand transit use for mobility challenged users.
Nov. 4, 2021
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These 40-foot New Flyer coaches can seat up to 36 people, including the driver, and have a range of approximately 220 miles on a single charge.
Oct. 12, 2021
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When the RapidRide G Line opens in 2024, it will connect some of Seattle’s densest neighborhoods with frequent, reliable transit.
Oct. 1, 2021
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King County Metro
The initiative encourages use of transit, vanpool, shared bikes and scooters during the West Seattle Bridge closure.
Sept. 24, 2021
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The result will be ensuring transit investments go where they are needed most.
Sept. 16, 2021
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King County Metro will be adding 36 new transit security officers for on-coach deployment.
Earlier this year, the agency introduced its SaFE initiative to reimagine safety and security by reforming and restructuring security and fare enforcement policies and practices...
Aug. 31, 2021
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Starting in fall 2022, RapidRide H Line will connect Burien, White Center and West Seattle to downtown Seattle and South Lake Union.
Aug. 16, 2021
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The on-demand service will now serve South Seattle, Skyway, Tukwila and Renton.
Aug. 12, 2021
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A future of better connections to frequent transit service and improved mobility for people who live and work in Rainier Beach, Skyway, Tukwila and Renton arrives Aug. 10.
July 30, 2021
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When the J Line starts in 2026, it will join nine other routes.
The Metropolitan King County Council unanimously adopted the legislation accepting the alignment and stations.
July 8, 2021
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The COVID-19 pandemic delayed recognition of Mary Hopson's achievement.
June 22, 2021
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This will provide a more flexible customer experience, particularly for passengers without a bank account or credit card.
May 24, 2021
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The new line will deliver faster speeds, greater reliability and an improved customer experience to riders.
May 20, 2021
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This two-year pilot project is a part of the Renton, Kent and Auburn Area Mobility Project and is aimed at providing one-time and recurring transportation services to community...
May 10, 2021
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The initiative aims to co-create public safety outcomes by developing and amending safety, security and fare enforcement policies and practices that continue to disproportionally...
May 5, 2021
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A King County Metro Transit bus operator at a stop this past winter.
The operators were laid off in August and are being recalled in anticipation of increased levels of ridership as the Puget Sound region proceeds to reopen.
April 29, 2021
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DeAnna Martin, who has been the driving force behind numerous transformative initiatives at King County Metro, was selected to be the agency’s Chief of Staff.
April 8, 2021
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The 60-foot, zero-emission bus from New Flyer can travel up to 140 miles on a single charge.
April 7, 2021
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King County Metro
On April 19, the agency will modify passenger limits to 50 percent of seated capacity on buses and other modes of transport.
April 6, 2021
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Between newly upgraded HVAC systems, requiring and providing masks, and ensuring fresh air intake through windows and doors, King County Metro ensures healthy air circulation ...
March 31, 2021
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Kent Station is part of the Renton Kent Auburn Area Mobility Project (RKAAMP) recognized by WTS Puget Sound.
The agency’s Renton Kent Auburn Area Mobility Project received WTS Puget Sound chapter’s Innovative Transportation Solution Award.
March 23, 2021
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King County Metro first installed mask dispensers on select routes with higher ridership in September 2020 and has since outfitted 342 coaches with mask dispensers.
Feb. 4, 2021
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King County Metro has ordered 20 additional 60-foot battery-electric buses from New Flyer.
King County has opted for battery-electric buses, while Westchester County has ordered hybrid-electric buses.
Feb. 3, 2021
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King County Metro
If the contract is approved, riders will see service maintained and new benefits in September.
Jan. 22, 2021
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This project advances King County’s progress toward having a 100 percent zero-emission transit fleet by 2040 or sooner.
Jan. 21, 2021
Transit employees from across the nation joined efforts in a new video encouraging mask wearing while using public transit.
The agencies have produced a video with “a simple task” request of riders: Wear a mask.
Jan. 8, 2021
King County Metro
Michelle Allison has been selected for the position.
Jan. 5, 2021
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White speaks at a February 2020 event.
The 33-year veteran of the agency will use his ‘unrivaled knowledge, insights and relationships’ to rebuild the transit system during its recovery from the pandemic.
Dec. 3, 2020