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HomeMy WebLinkAbout011826 - The WSTA WeeklyALERT: BE CAUTIOUS This email originated outside the organization. Do not open attachments or click on links if you are not expecting them. 45 and 10 Years Later! State Legislative Update, Spring Maintenance Forum, Spring Committee Season, Federal Updates, and Transit Jobs Vol. 11, Issue 1 January 18, 2026 View this email in your browser <https://mailchi.mp/7912910dd725/the-wsta-weekly-17993339?e=850008f825> <https://mcusercontent.com/6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361/images/0215a8c9-44a7-2be0-30d1-b2a80c32f66a.png> <https://mcusercontent.com/6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361/images/7847a93f-a35d-237a-fcb6-277605563232.png> In November of 1981, WSTA was incorporated as a non-profit. Formalizing what had been several years of leadership at transit agencies around the state, the Washington State Transit Assocation was formed. The founding WSTA Executive Committee of the assocation was: Virenda (Vic) K. Sood - Community Transit Mary Riordan - Everate Transit Don Monroe - Pierce Transit Daniel DeGuilio - Pacific Transit Al George - Pullman Transit Not only do we look forward to celebrating 45 years of WSTA, but this summer, the 50th Washington State Public Transportation Conference. <https://mcusercontent.com/6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361/images/f41858c3-0680-bd85-8ca7-3c5aa7c72dce.png> Celebrating 10 Years At WSTA! ________________________________ It was a cold December day in Washington, D.C. in 2015 while attending a federal fly-in to meet with the congressional delegation. My phone buzzed with a text from then, WSTA Board President and C-TRAN CEO Jeff Hamm, asking to meet in the hotel lobby for “a drink and to discuss your future.” That was the moment I was offered the job as Executive Director of WSTA. Jeff said, “We are hiring you to push the organization, to push the Board beyond our comfort and boundaries, to achieve things we haven’t ever before.” Ten years later, I can honestly say I never expected to still be in this role, but I am grateful that I am. I enjoy the work and the responsibility that comes with it, knowing that even the smallest tasks, whether policy-driven or operational, have a real and positive impact on communities across Washington. Early in my tenure, our WSTA Lobbyist and I made a simple but firm commitment to each other: WSTA would become the true Voice of Public Transit and drive the legislative agenda for the industry. Since then, WSTA has built one of the strongest legislative positions in its history, helping secure historic policy changes and funding outcomes for transit. From rural transit tours with legislative leaders to constant engagement during sessions and interims, those relationships helped deliver landmark investments, including billions of dollars and the creation of new, flexible transit grant programs, while also protecting against legislation that would have harmed our industry. Just as important has been our willingness to hold the line when transit is under threat. Whether leading the legal challenge that overturned I-976, pushing back against efforts to divert transit dollars for non-transit purposes, or taking unprecedented steps to defend the Move Ahead WA funding, WSTA has not shied away from difficult or uncomfortable fights. At times, that has meant pushing beyond our comfort zone, but always in service of protecting transit and the people who rely on it. While advocacy often gets the most attention, member services remain the core of our mission. Over the past decade, we have strengthened committees, grown State Conference attendance, launched Transit’s Next Leader Institute, created innovative programs like our Carbon Credit Aggregation Pool, and supported members through extraordinary challenges during the pandemic. Of course, this can’t be done without a team's help, and I personally and publicly want to thank all of them and more for a successful ten years. To my past and current WSTA Board of Directors for investing in me to invest in them. Out of the 31 board members, only 4 remain since I started, and I apprecaite all of their insight, expertise, and trust in me. Of course, I can't do this without my trusted staff: Melanie Espinoza, Brandy Clark, and Brenda Barnett, who work daily to support every aspect of our work. Beyond staff, we work with many contractors who support WSTA. Our State Lobbyist, Mike Shaw, and Lyset Cadena, our Federal Lobbyist, Jen Cavino, and team, and our TNLI consultants at Clarity, Kelly Johnston, and Tom Moore. Along with this team of amazing humans, we have strong partners with the WSDOT Public Transportation Division, Washington State Transit Insurance Pool, and others. Looking back, I am proud of what we have accomplished together. I believe the last ten years speak for themselves, and I remain fully committed to continuing to push the organization and others out of their comfort zone, protect, and advocate for public transit across Washington State. For a better, brighter future for us all! <https://gallery.mailchimp.com/6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361/images/96275218-1924-4dfd-a90c-fc4153a1ab38.jpg> Justin D. Leighton Exeuctive Director - Washington State Transit Assocation <https://mcusercontent.com/6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361/images/723df378-2e8a-6d24-f2a1-f33286c2c39f.png> Session 2026 started … Yay! By Mike Shaw, WSTA Lobbyist The 2026 legislative session started January 12th and is scheduled to last 60 days, ending March 12th. This is a supplemental budget year, and the state operating budget is about $2.3 billion in the red. Yet, that has not kept legislators from introducing new bills, which is unfortunate for those of us who work in Olympia. All the bills that did not pass last session are still technically viable for this session, and, so far, the House has introduced 475 new bills and the Senate has added another 391 to that. The WSTA tracking list, much more limited in scope than other entities, has over 86 bills on it. That’s a lot of bills to consider given the policy committee bill deadline is February 4th, and the fiscal committee deadline is February 9th. The full 2026 cutoff calendar can be found here: https://leg.wa.gov/bills-meetings-and-session/session/session-documents/cutoff-calendars/ <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=3eb0ad4426&e=850008 f825> . Policy committees are straining to get through as many bill hearings as possible given the roughly 3 weeks to consider their own chamber’s bills. They have less than half that (9 days) to consider the other chamber's bills when bills flip chambers (a bill must pass both the House and Senate to get to the Governor’s desk). As of this writing, we have already completed 1 week of hearings. The budget committees held hearings on Governor Ferguson’s supplemental budget proposals. The Governor’s supplemental operating proposal includes a $1 billion transfer from the budget stabilization account (aka Rainy Day Fund), and around $400 million in new resources due to proposed revenue shifts and closing tax preferences. There were also $797 million in cuts included in the proposal. At WSTA’s urging, the Governor’s supplemental transportation budget reinstated funding for continuing regional mobility grants. His transportation budget proposal also includes $164 million for paving this summer. During his State of the State speech, the Governor cited a statistic that the top earners in the state are currently only paying 4% of their household income in taxes while the lowest earners pay about 14%. His support a “millionaires” tax creates legitimate expectations that Legislature will consider a “high-earner” tax on those who make over $1 million a year. The use of the term “income” tax is discouraged. The supplemental budgets can be found here: https://ofm.wa.gov/budget/state-budget-2025-27/26-proposed-supplemental/ <https://watransit.us12.list-m anage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=01987b1df5&e=850008f825> . This week, the policy committees are kicking it into a higher gear with full hearing schedules and committee bill votes. Here are the hearings of transit interest in week 2: Appropriations (House) - HHR A and Virtual JLOB - 1/19 @ 4:00pm HB 2251 <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=20fe19e0af&e=850008f825> - Public Hearing - Concerning climate commitment act accounts. Transportation (Senate) - SHR 1 and Virtual J.A. Cherberg - 1/19 @ 4:00pm SB 6148 <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=82b04e6462&e=850008f825> - Public Hearing - Modifying the maximum terms of regional transit authority bond issues. (Remote Testimony Available). Transportation (House) - HHR B and Virtual JLOB - 1/21 @ 4:00pm HB 2307 <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=f0e8970daf&e=850008f825> - Public Hearing - Modifying the time component of various definitions for purposes of commute trip reduction. (Remote Testimony Available). Transportation (House) - HHR B and Virtual JLOB - 1/22 @ 4:00pm HB 2192 <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=0d70b0588a&e=850008f825> - Public Hearing - Updating the role of the Washington traffic safety commission in identifying the risk factors that lead to roadway fatalities. (Remote Testimony Available). While session just started, it feels like we have been here for weeks. I started session with a vow present a positive attitude; that ended on day 3. Only 54 days to go. Registration Now Open for Associate Members and Agency Attendees <https://mcusercontent.com/6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361/images/9479d8a6-40eb-dc30-5c94-b67d44802785.png> <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=ef227d7d9a&e=850008f825> <https://gallery.mailchimp.com/6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361/images/27544fb0-86cb-4eb4-a6fb-8958be87599c.png> Registation and Information Now Available WSTA Board of Directors Meeting & Legislative Conference (for Board members Only) January 26 & 27 Olympia, WA CLICK HERE <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=89b56ebb95&e=850008f825> WSTA Clerks of the Authority Februray 23 Vancouver, WA CLICK HERE <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=38fad5f584&e=850008f825> WSTA Public Rideshare Committee February 26-27 Vancouver, WA CLICK HERE <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=53b5ffaf90&e=850008f825> WSTA Operations Committee March 4-6 Vancouver, WA CLICK HERE <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=4a64883ce5&e=850008f825> WSTA Roadeo Steering Committee March 11 Ellensburg, WA Email will be sent to Cmt. TNLI Meet and Greet March 18 Virtual WSTA HR Roundtable Committee March 19 - 20 Bellingham, WA CLICK HERE <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=976f3e6f85&e=850008f825> WSTA Finance Officers Leadership Committee March 25 Ellensburg, WA CLICK HERE <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=05f1603054&e=850008f825> WSTA Maintenance & Facilities Committee March 31 Tulalip, WA CLICK HERE <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=9a405a6b57&e=850008f825> WSTA Spring Maintenance Forum April 1-2 Tulaliup, WA CLICK HERE <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=9db5cc627f&e=850008f825> TNLI Session 1 April 1-2 Tulaliup, WA Info sent to Fellows For WSA Meetings and Events Beyond April, please see WSTA's 2026 Master Calendar CLICK HERE <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=46906e6b12&e=850008f825> <https://mcusercontent.com/6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361/images/92c7b85f-59ef-784f-7669-38170c8ec978.png> President Trump Threatens to Withhold Funding from “Sanctuary” Jurisdictions During a speech <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=49f0d3c407&e=850008f825> at the Detroit Economic Club on Tuesday, President Donald Trump announced that the Administration would seek to deny federal funding to states and cities that are deemed to have policies limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, otherwise known as “sanctuary” jurisdictions, beginning February 1st, 2026. The President stated that “Starting Feb. 1, we’re not making any payments to sanctuary cities or states having sanctuary cities, because they do everything possible to protect criminals at the expense of American citizens. And it breeds fraud and crime and all of the other problems that come. So we’re not making any payment to anybody that supports sanctuary cities.” He reiterated this position in a Truth Social post <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2 ef2a8361&id=1c8d139bed&e=850008f825> on Wednesday. The Administration has not released further details regarding which jurisdictions would be affected or which federal funding streams would be cut off. We anticipate that the Administration would face legal challenges to the implementation of this policy based on previous efforts to condition or withhold federal funding. Congress * The House of Representatives approved two measures that would amend home and appliance standards if enacted. Last Friday, the chamber passed <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c 70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=ec7ee2ab8c&e=850008f825> the Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (HOMES) Act (H.R. 5184 <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d7 6c22fe2ef2a8361&id=4d33555cde&e=850008f825> ) in a 263-147 vote. The bill would repeal energy efficiency standards for manufactured housing in the Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA) and nullify implementing regulations finalized during the Biden Administration. Then, on Tuesday, the House approved <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2 a8361&id=350d53a730&e=850008f825> the Saving Homeowners from Overregulation with Exceptional Rinsing (SHOWER) Act (H.R. 4593 <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef 2a8361&id=9ed0b642ca&e=850008f825> ) in a 226-197 vote. The legislation would codify the definition of a showerhead consistent with the ASME A112.18.1-2018 standard. * White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) Director Michael Kratsios testified <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=acc276a3e7&e=850008 f825> before the House Science, Space, and Technology Subcommittee on Research and Technology on the Trump Administration’s work on artificial intelligence (AI) and efforts to advance its AI Action Plan. Director Kratsios acknowledged that Congress has a role to play in providing “regulatory clarity and certainty” as AI develops, and the Administration will develop legislative recommendations on federal AI standards. During the hearing, Subcommittee Chair Jay Obernolte maintained that Congress should enact an “appropriate federal framework…that maintains the position of the United States as the leading force in the development and deployment of worldwide AI” and defines where states should regulate the industry. Director Kratsios also argued that addressing the misuse of AI “requires accountability” rather than “blanket restrictions on the use and development of that technology.” * A coalition of over 70 biofuel and agricultural organizations urged <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=4f97777575&e=850008f825> Congressional leaders to pass legislation allowing for the sale of year-round E15. In a letter <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=4a9dadd0ab&e=850008f825> , the group argued that the sales outlet for corn and sorghum would address the financial imbalance created by record harvests. The group added that temporary emergency waivers granted annually by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are “not a sustainable or reliable solution.” * Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee Ranking Member Maria Cantwell, Wisconsin Senator Tammy Baldwin, Indiana Senator Todd Young, and other Senators introduced <https://watransit.u s12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=120c3a8e1b&e=850008f825> bipartisan legislation <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=ad97 8379c5&e=850008f825> to reauthorize the National Quantum Initiative (NQI) through the end of 2034. Established in 2018, the Initiative coordinates the federal government’s efforts to advance quantum information science and its technology applications. Among other provisions, the bill would establish up to three National Institute of Science and Technology (NIST) quantum centers and five new National Science Foundation (NSF) Multidisciplinary Centers for Quantum Research and Education. See a section-by-section summary <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/ track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=bd1c533ccc&e=850008f825> . * President Donald Trump renominated <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=14830c1be9&e=850008f825> Stevan Pearce to serve as Director of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) as the Senate did not act on his nomination prior to the end of the First Session of the 119th Congress. Mr. Pearce served as a Congressman from New Mexico from 2003 to 2009 and from 2011 to 2019. Transportation U.S. Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration * The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) extended <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=32b70574b8&e=850008f825> the deadline to submit comments on its proposed Safer Affordable Fuel-Efficient (SAFE) Vehicles Rule III for Model Years 2022 to 2031 Passenger Cars and Light Trucks until Wednesday, February 4, 2026. As a reminder, the proposed rule would lower corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) standards from levels set by the Biden Administration. Please let us know if we can support the drafting or submission of any comments. Office of the Secretary * The Trump Administration filed a motion to dismiss <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=396357c21e&e=850008f825> its appeal of a November ruling <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=1f85bdb84e&e=850008f825> that prohibited the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) from conditioning federal transportation funding to states on their cooperation with federal civil immigration enforcement. In a statement <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d7 6c22fe2ef2a8361&id=19209019b8&e=850008f825> , California Attorney General Rob Bonta affirmed that “the Constitution is clear: Congress, not the President, decides how federal money is spent.” * DOT issued a Request for Information (RFI) <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=62195ed21e&e=850008f825> soliciting input from transportation system stakeholders to inform the development of the agency’s Research, Development, and Technology (RD&T) Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years (FY) 2026-2030. The Plan will guide the Department’s research and development efforts over the next five years. Public comments are due by February 12, 2026. * The Local Infrastructure Hub (LIH) will hold a webinar <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=29642ee2b0&e=850008f825> this Tuesday, January 20, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) to provide best practices to prospective applicants of the Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant Program. As a reminder, the application deadline for the FY 2026 round is February 24, 2026. See our grant memorandum <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=4e5ed41ddc&e=850008f8 25> for more information on the DOT BUILD Grant Program. Federal Transit Administration * The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) issued administrative guidance <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=8db8d1cf14&e=850008f825> on the implementation of approximately $2 billion worth of awards recently announced under the Grants for Buses and Bus Facilities (Bus) Competitive Program and Low or No Emission (Low-No) Grants Program. We encourage successful project sponsors to review this guidance to ensure compliance with statutory requirements. * FTA finalized <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=78b68587ca&e=850008f825> a rescission of the National Transit Database (NTD) Weekly Reference (WE-20) reporting requirement. The agency argued in a Notice that, while the requirement “provided important data as the country recovered from the pandemic, it is not required by statute, and [...] no longer offers sufficient value relative to the administrative burden on transit agencies.” The rescission took effect yesterday. * FTA stated <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=430bbf8a24&e=850008f825> that the Calendar Year (CY) 2026 random drug testing rate for specific recipients of financial assistance will remain at 50 percent and the random alcohol testing rate will remain at 10 percent. The rates are applied as of January 1, 2026. <https://maassets.higherlogic.com/image/APTA/Executive_Action_Update_650x200_Final_3009955.png> Impacts of Executive Actions on Public Transportation: Since January 20, President Trump has issued almost 100 Executive Orders, Memoranda, and Proclamations to carry out his Administration’s policy goals and agenda. Many of these directives, together with U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) actions, directly impact the public transportation industry. These Executive Orders and other directives pause some transportation funding; terminate diversity, equity, and inclusion programs; impose new tariffs; and establish priorities for DOT competitive grants. APTA’s Executive and Regulatory Actions Tracker <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=33ced22e90&e=850008f825> provides real-time updates and summaries regarding the President’s Executive Orders and other Administration actions that impact the public transportation industry. <https://gallery.mailchimp.com/6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361/images/ea436c8d-6255-4572-b705-ffd9193ee521.png> Transit Job of the Week ________________________________ Director of Operations Skagit Transit Salary Range: $150,971.66-$201,682.01 The Director of Operations leads daily and long range transit operations—including Fixed Route, Paratransit, Microtransit, Dispatch, and contracted services—ensuring safe, efficient, and fiscally responsible service delivery. This role provides strategic leadership for all operational and safety functions, directing initiatives that strengthen safety, loss control, and emergency response while reducing accidents and occupational risks. The Director manages safety policies, compliance systems, and agency wide training in coordination with internal teams, external partners, and regulatory agencies. As a key member of the executive leadership team, the Director advances organizational excellence, innovation, and integrated strategies that shape the future of public transportation. Additionally, the Director oversees the Training Department for new driver training and refresher training programs. This includes ensuring all operators receive comprehensive initial instruction and periodic refresher courses to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements, uphold safety standards, and support operational excellence. <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=e15c3d34c2&e=850008f825> ________________________________ ________________________________ WSTA Jobs Board: WSTA offers a comprehensive clearinghouse for transit jobs across the state. Use our website to see the latest job postings. <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=35e67abf09&e=850008f825> If you are a transit agency and have an opening - please use the submit button on the website. Attention Transit Vendors Please sign up for the WSTA Vendor Email Distribution List to be the first to know. <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=e2769ce50d&e=850008f825> *If you are not a vendor please do not sign up <https://gallery.mailchimp.com/6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361/images/1877cd28-850f-4d18-987c-7fcdc524d617.png> <https://gallery.mailchimp.com/6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361/images/16fd6fee-3218-4d70-b1fe-2056df0f1434.gif> WSTA pays an annual membership to the Municipal Research and Services Center (MRSC), which allows our Transit Agency members access to their services. Check out what is new with MRSC. Available for WSTA Transit Members: Ask MRSC - Ask MRSC Archives <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=65ac9c8db9&e=850008f825> ________________________________ Ask Transit WSTA's partn <https://gallery.mailchimp.com/6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361/images/d4f5e03c-25b5-4812-8415-e6065dfea42a.png> er, the Washington State Transit Insurance Pool (WSTIP), provides an "Ask Transit" tool, which allows agency employees to ask a question, and staff will work to research that question and respond back. . Click Here to Ask Transit <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=093205ae3b&e=850008f825> <https://gallery.mailchimp.com/6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361/images/fb82d603-27ab-431a-ac10-5225f4a43f6c.png> * Sound Transit to Pilot Night Owl Bus to Sea-Tac Airport <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=f9d0f44664&e=850008f825> . Seattle Transit Blog * C-Tran board to get another review as Clark County’s small cities balk at cost of light rail on I-5 Bridge <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=aa13305 d99&e=850008f825> . The Columbian (pdf included) * C-TRAN Board makes thought-provoking choice for vice chair, voting Wil Fuentes <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=6f13c9be00&e=850008f825> . Clark County Today * Liias introduces bill to allow Sound Transit to issue 75-year general obligation bonds <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=75f6db60e6&e=850008f825> . Washington Senate Democrats press release * Spokane Transit closes smoking area for 90 days in pilot project <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=4e4d76e575&e=850008f825> . The Spokesman-Review (pdf included) * Community Transit considers buying south Everett Goodwill <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=a2d657b140&e=850008f825> . 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