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Spotlight Article, State Legislative Update, Spring Maintenance Forum, Register for Committee Mtgs, Federal Updates, and Transit Jobs Vol. 11, Issue 9: March 14, 2026 View this email in your browser <https://mailchi.mp/41f34d743e3a/the-wsta-weekly-17994277?e=850008f825> <https://mcusercontent.com/6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361/images/0215a8c9-44a7-2be0-30d1-b2a80c32f66a.png> Spotlight Article <https://mcusercontent.com/6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361/images/f2bb523d-6c68-dd01-b8f2-6311c2ca2f8c.png> Meet John Clauson, Executive Director of Kitsap Transit Kitsap Business Journal | March 2026 CLICK HERE for full article <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=3e71ceaf39&e=850008f825> John Clauson began his career with Kitsap Transit in 1983 as a driver, just as the agency was being established. More than four decades later, he serves as executive director, overseeing a regional transit authority that has expanded to include bus, vanpool and passenger-only ferry services — including the fast ferries that have reshaped cross-sound commuting. Under Clauson’s leadership since 2012, Kitsap Transit has grown to more than 500 employees and has earned national recognition for innovation, particularly in marine services and clean transportation infrastructure. The agency has introduced hybrid passenger ferries, electric buses, inductive charging technology and a fully propane-powered small-bus fleet — all while balancing fiscal responsibility with service reliability. In this Executive Q&A, Clauson reflects on his path from driver to director, the evolving role of public transit in Kitsap County’s economy, and how sustainability, innovation and regional collaboration are shaping the future of transportation across urban, suburban and rural communities. Read More <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=1e81f9292e&e=850008f825> <https://mcusercontent.com/6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361/images/723df378-2e8a-6d24-f2a1-f33286c2c39f.png> By Mike Shaw, WSTA Lobbyist Sine Die The Legislature adjourned for the 2026 legislative session on Thursday at 8:25 pm, having passed all three supplemental budget proposals and numerous policy bills. Much of the final afternoon and evening of Sine Die was consumed by negotiations over, and eventual floor action on, HB 6231 <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=884232ea 06&e=850008f825> , legislation repealing a tax exemption for certain data centers. With little time to spare, there were whispers that they might need a special session to finish since their supplemental operating budget depended on eth $63 million of projected revenue the repeal provided. Why was there little time to spare? It is because of the historic amount of time the House needed to pass the “Millionaires tax”, HB 6346 <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.co m/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=d4565fbfd2&e=850008f825> , several days before. Millionaires Tax: From about 6 pm Monday and to past 6 pm on Tuesday, the House of Representatives engaged in a 24-hour floor debate on over 80 amendments on the “Millionaire’s Tax” bill. No bill has caused a longer floor debate, and it burned valuable time needed for the bills necessary to implement the budgets. SB 6346 <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=7f77b0a67d&e=850008f825> establishes a 9.9% tax on Washington income over $1 million starting in 2029. In February, the Senate passed the bill 27-22, with three Democrats joining Republicans in voting in opposition. During the Senate floor action, they adopted an amendment that, in 2029, would roll back several sales taxes imposed last session. This amendment will decrease the amount of sales taxes to local governments like counties, cities and transits by over $300 million a year. Given this budget hit, the operating budget contains language providing for $200 million to be placed into a “local government fiscal relief” account starting in 2029. How that money will be distributed is currently unknown. Nor is it known whether the “Millionaires tax” will survive legal challenge or voter initiative prior to 2029. Budgets: Operating: On Wednesday, the Legislature unveiled the final conference operating budget (SB 5998). Increasing the budget by over $2 billion, the state’s $79.4 billion operating budget relies heavily on one-time fixes, including taking $880 million from the rainy-day account, the transfer from other accounts like the Public Works Account, and reductions to keep the current spending plan balanced through the end of the biennium. Cuts include those to pre-K programs, school bus replacement and support of rural schools. The increased expenditures were mainly driven by higher Medicaid costs and the need to cover over $1 billion in lawsuits primarily due to foster care sexual assault cases. The supplemental budget information can be found here: https://fiscal.wa.gov/statebudgets/2026proposals/ho2026supp <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=35a03019a0&e=850008f825> Capital: The Legislature also adopted the 2026 supplemental capital budget (SB 6003); an $889 million plan focused on construction and infrastructure investments statewide. The package includes funding for affordable housing, school construction, flood response, and clean energy projects. The proposal also makes account adjustments that result in a transfer of resources to the operating budget by redirecting $1 billion in cash resources typically dedicated to capital purposes. These resources include capital gains, public works, and higher education building accounts. For public works and higher education building accounts, the 2025–27 total appropriation levels are maintained through offsetting changes in other accounts. Specifics can be found here: https://fiscal.wa.gov/statebudgets/2026proposals/sc2026supp <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=c16e724bc8&e=850008f825> Transportation: On Thursday, the Legislature approved a bipartisan $16.6 billion 2025–27 supplemental transportation budget (SB 6005). The budget projects through 2031 and focuses primarily on preserving and maintaining Washington’s transportation infrastructure. New bond authority is authorized to support $1.5 billion in added preservation and maintenance spending through the 2029-31 biennium. The bond authority involves the issuance of $800 million in new Transportation General Obligation (TR GO) bonds and $500 million in triple pledge transportation bonds specific to the SR 520 tolled facility. This is a substantial change in the House posture, which did not include bonds in its earlier transportation budget proposal. Projects from the 2003 Nickel and 2005 TPA packages are mostly complete. Projects from the 2015 Connecting WA and 2022 Move Ahead WA packages are underway with significant construction scheduled for the 2025-27 and 2027-29 biennia. The Conference Budget provides $801 million in reappropriations of capital-related spending on existing projects. Cities and Counties are unhappy with an underrun assumption that was applied to local projects in 2025-27, which alleges to not impact project completion, but creates about $180 million in “savings”. Yet, locals acknowledge additional investments in CRAB, TIB and the Freight Mobility State Investment Board (FMSIB) programs. Public Transportation Amounts previously reduced for the Regional Mobility Grant (RMG) Program and new grants funded through the RMG Account in 2027-29 are restored on the capital project list. Likewise, Transportation Demand Management Grants that were to be reduced by $5.7 million in 2025-27 are restored. * King County Metro - Central Campus Electrification -- $10 million is moved from the South Annex Base Electrification to the new Central Campus Electrification Project. * Island Transit - Zero-Emission Solar Project -- $1.6 million is moved from Island Transit-Fleet Expansion to the new Island Transit Zero-Emission Solar Project. * Skagit Transit - Maintenance, Operations, and Administration Facility -- $5 million is advanced to the 2027-29 biennium to assist with securing federal funding. * A pilot program is funded at $3.3 million for King County Metro and Kitsap Transit to provide affordable access to public transit to community and technical college students. A report on details of the pilot and recommendations is due to OFM and the Legislature by January 30, 2027. * $460,000 is provided to Pierce County to support public transportation services in rural areas on the Key Peninsula by extending the county’s existing pilot program through mid-2027. * $100,000 for the Joint Transportation Committee to facilitate review of the long-term financial sustainability of the transportation budget. Transportation budget specifics can be found here: https://fiscal.wa.gov/statebudgets/2026proposals/ht2026supp <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=2d382 3df4e&e=850008f825> Governor Action: Once the Legislature passes a bill and it is delivered to the Governor, the Governor has five days to take action, or 20 days if Sine Die is within five days of the bill being delivered. The Governor can then sign the bill into law, veto the bill, veto entire sections of the bill, or take no action. In the event the Governor takes no action, the bill becomes law. The Governor has indicated he intends to sign the “Millionaires tax”, and has indicated support on the transportation budget’s emphasis on maintenance and preservation of the state system and had initially proposed using bonding when he submitted his proposal in December. There will likely be vetoes to the supplemental operating budget, because there usually is. The 2027 session starts on January 11, 2027. <https://mcusercontent.com/6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361/images/9479d8a6-40eb-dc30-5c94-b67d44802785.png> Attendees: 91 Vendors: 49 There are Vendor Booths and Sponsorship Opportunities Still Available <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=783f5d62a3&e=850008f825> <https://mcusercontent.com/6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361/images/053b9f0e-9c77-d684-779c-a17686eaaf7f.png> Thank You, Vendors ________________________________ Altro USA, Inc. AngelTrax AROW Global BAE Systems Blue Star Gas Bryson sales & service Bus Climate Controls Busstuf Coleman Oil Company Complete Coach Works CREATION ORGANICS LLC, Cummins Sales and Service Dobbs Peterbilt Driventic LLC ENC Gerflor USA GILLIG GovDeals Hanover Displays IO Controls Kiel Americas Kirk's Transit Fleet & Equipment Lift-U McKinstry MGM Brakes Model 1 Commercial Vehicles Mohawk Mfg. & Supply Co. New Flyer/MCI Northwest Bus Sales, Inc. NORTHWEST LIFT & EQUIPMENT LLC Qstraint RIDE Romaine Electric Corp ROUSH CleanTech S & A Systems, Inc. Safe Fleet/Seon Safety Brake Set Inc. Safety Vision Schetky Bus and Van Sales Spare Spheros North America, Inc. Ster Seating Thermo King LLC Transit Marketing Group, Inc. Troman Industries TSI Video Surveillance W.W. Williams Co. LLC Wabtec Bus Solutions <https://gallery.mailchimp.com/6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361/images/27544fb0-86cb-4eb4-a6fb-8958be87599c.png> Registation and Information Now Available 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=e6852ddbfb&e=850008f825> WSTA Finance Officers Leadership Committee March 25 Ellensburg, WA CLICK HERE <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=3e0fe8aa48&e=850008f825> WSTA Maintenance & Facilities Committee March 31 Tulalip, WA CLICK HERE <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=c115e9b43c&e=850008f825> WSTA Spring Maintenance Forum April 1-2 Tulaliup, WA CLICK HERE <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=ff583f48da&e=850008f825> TNLI Session 1 April 1-2 Tulaliup, WA Info sent to Fellows WSTA Marketing and Communications Committee April 22-23 Olympia WA CLICK HERE <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=8c3355b931&e=850008f825> WSTA TNLI Executive April 22-24 Union, WA CLICK HERE <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=b4ef415ac3&e=850008f825> Must have GM/CEO Approval to attend WSTA Transit Planners Committee April 30 - May 1st Richland, WA CLICK HERE <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=2c1e372d93&e=850008f825> 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=19617aece0&e=850008f825> <https://mcusercontent.com/6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361/images/92c7b85f-59ef-784f-7669-38170c8ec978.png> Transportation U.S. Department of Transportation Office of the Secretary * The Local Infrastructure Hub (LIH) is hosting a webinar <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=41ea18f55b&e=850008f825> this Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) to highlight best practices for city applications to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant Program. The solicitation for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 round of the program is expected to be released this month in advance of a statutory deadline. We will be sure to share the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) when it is made available. * California Congresswoman Lateefah Simon led a group of House Democrats in expressing <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=0642a138b0&e=850008f825> disapproval that the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) appeared to publish a U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulation rescinding portions of Title VI civil rights regulations as a pending final rule <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=30dd79957d&e=850008f825> . The Democrats argued <https://watransit.us12. list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=aa0a7a789b&e=850008f825> in a letter that the rule is too substantive to be issued without the opportunity for public comment pursuant to the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) and should be retracted. They noted that “in the case of the Department [of Transportation], there is a risk of disparate impact in the decisions made by the grantees. Transportation infrastructure provides great benefits of increased access and can generate burdens on neighboring communities. Rescinding Title VI regulations could have significant and adverse impacts on American communities.” Congress * The Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee advanced <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=2240c030da&e=850008f825> a series of nominations for transportation positions yesterday. President Donald Trump had renominated these individuals at the beginning of the 119th Congress due to a lack of Senate inaction in the previous Congress. They included: * Seval Oz to serve as Assistant Secretary of Transportation for Research and Technology in a 16-12 vote; * Michael Graham to serve as a Member of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) in a 21-6 vote; and * Richard Kloster to serve as a Member of the Surface Transportation Board (STB) in a 15-13 vote. * A bipartisan group of Senators introduced <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=4d9c57db57&e=850008f825> the Highway Formula Fairness Act <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=6494359278&e=850008f825> . The bill would adjust state apportionments under the Federal-aid Highway Program (FAHP) to be a proportion of total funding equal to their contributions to the Highway Trust Fund (HTF). Arizona Congressman Greg Stanton introduced similarly-titled legislation in the House of Representatives (H.R. 3030 <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=e5b4ee1b56&e=850008f825> ), but that measure would instead adjust highway formula apportionments based on state population changes under the decennial Census. * Wisconsin Senator Tammy Baldwin and North Carolina Senator Ted Budd sponsored <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=8055fedc5a&e=850008f825> the Securing Infrastructure from Adversaries Act <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=f73ddcdb9d&e=850008f825> to prohibit the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) from purchasing or deploying light detection and ranging (LiDAR) technologies from China and malign foreign actors. The Senators expressed concern regarding the surveillance implications of the technology that is used in autonomous vehicles (AVs), smart city systems, border security, and perimeter defense. Permitting Congress * Senate Environment and Public Works Committee Ranking Member Sheldon Whitehouse and Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee Ranking Member Martin Heinrich announced that they would restart negotiations with Republicans on bipartisan permitting reform legislation following a two month pause. The Senators indicated that they were encouraged by recent efforts by the Trump Administration to advance certain solar energy projects. In a statement <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=c43bac17b5&e=850008f825> , the Ranking Members offered, “We are hopeful that recent developments are indicative of a positive direction from the Trump administration. As we move forward, we expect that there will be no further interference with already-permitted wind projects and that the initial movement we’ve seen on solar project permitting will accelerate, and other renewable projects will move forward as well. Seeing permits continuing to be approved by the administration is critical for ensuring that talks can continue.” Senate Passes Bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act Yesterday, the Senate passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act (S.Amdt. 4308 <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=7dfaa929d1&e=850008f825> ) by a vote of 89-10 with overwhelming bipartisan support. This legislation represents the most significant housing package approved by the chamber in 36 years. The substitute incorporates 36 provisions from the Senate’s Renewing Opportunity in the American Dream to Housing Act of 2025 (ROAD to Housing Act, S. 2651) <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22f e2ef2a8361&id=5c65c9f38f&e=850008f825> , as well as six provisions from the House-passed Housing for the 21st Century Act (H.R. 6644 <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c 22fe2ef2a8361&id=d61fa168e9&e=850008f825> ). The measure now moves to the House of Representatives, where it may encounter some resistance from lawmakers in both parties who have expressed frustration that several policy provisions included in the original House package were not incorporated into the Senate version. House Financial Services Committee Chairman French Hill indicated in a statement <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=f911d80a36&e=850008f825> immediately following the vote that “it is critical we get the details right and mitigate some of the concerns raised by House members with the Senate bill. I hope the work Senator Scott and I have done together can eventually become law, and I look forward to working with all parties to achieve a bicameral success that will bring down the cost of housing and benefit the American people.” House Financial Services Committee Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance Chairman Mike Flood of Nebraska noted earlier this week that “the Senate removed important bipartisan House provisions that would have slashed barriers to building more homes [..] Given the bill’s current state, I think a conference may be the most viable path forward.” Both lawmakers have expressed their hope and willingness to work with their Senate counterparts to reconcile differences through conference negotiations. Their comments suggest that the bill may not have sufficient support in the House to pass in its current form without some additional changes. House Freedom Caucus Chair Andy Harris of Maryland has also asserted that it would not pass without amendment. House leadership may be inclined to push the measure forward in its current form to avoid further obstacles, citing its support from President Donald Trump, but they appear to be standing by their rank-and-file in allowing the space for a potential conference for the time being. The President recently indicated that he intends to block the enactment of any legislation until Congress delivers legislation establishing stricter voting requirements. This has raised questions about the President’s priorities related to housing and whether the housing package would ultimately be signed into law if the measure clears the House. Please see our update <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=10aeb544be&e=850 008f825> from last week for an overview of the legislation, bill text <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=5271aa12ad&e=850008f825> , and a section-by-section summary <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=f745d39ca8&e=850008f825> of the bill. We will continue to monitor developments related to this package. <https://gallery.mailchimp.com/6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361/images/ea436c8d-6255-4572-b705-ffd9193ee521.png> Transit Job of the Week ________________________________ Program Lead for Trolley Expansion and Modification (TP IV) King County Metro Salary Range: $133,078.40 - $160,888.00 King County Metro is seeking a Transportation Planner IV to serve as Program Lead for Trolley Expansion and Modification within the Speed and Reliability Workgroup in the Capital Planning & Portfolio Management Section of the Capital Division. As part of Metro’s commitment to a zero emissions future, the trolley network plays a vital role in delivering clean, reliable electric transit service, and this program helps guide its strategic maintenance and expansion. The Speed and Reliability Workgroup lead near and mid-term capital planning for transit corridor improvements, spot enhancements, and trolley bus expansion and modification projects in partnership with local jurisdictions. The team identifies, prioritizes, and guides these projects through planning, design, and implementation phases, working closely with Metro’s Capital Project Delivery section and external partners. <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=bf72df4e80&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=a3444ac4b3&e=850008f825> If you are a transit agency and have an opening - please use the submit button on the website. 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Available for WSTA Transit Members: Ask MRSC - Ask MRSC Archives <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=0f7336fee8&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=85259d1a09&e=850008f825> <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=6028b2c2be&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/fb82d603-27ab-431a-ac10-5225f4a43f6c.png> * Sound Transit Reveals New Cost-Saving Measures for West Seattle Link <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=a38669caa4&e=850008f825> . The Urbanist * Sound Transit CEO: Seattle-to-Eastside light rail line 'makes this place a better place to live.' <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=8ff7de11a2&e=850 008f825> Puget Sound Business Journal (pdf included) * Kitsap Transit lands $15M from feds to pursue training facility <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=45aa2bef31&e=850008f825> . Kitsap Sun (pdf included) * U.S. DOT releases $17.5M grant for Skagit Transit <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=cea734092d&e=850008f825> . Cascadia Daily News (pdf included)\King County Metro to expand bus service starting March 28 <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=7eeba9ed3b&e=850008f825> . KIRO Newsradio * C-Tran leaders approve change to board representation structure <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=a3a86e4331&e=850008f825> . The Columbian (pdf included) * C-Tran CEO Caver gets 2.5% annual pay boost <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=a3953e3c71&e=850008f825> . The Columbian (pdf included) * Door Closes on Potential King County-wide Transit Measure in 2026 <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=dcb91ddea4&e=850008f825> . The Urbanist * Seattle public transit stepping up for FIFA matches <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=3745b5d783&e=850008f825> . KIRO * Ben Franklin Transit says new security officers already boosting rider safety <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=85af9b6498&e=850008f825> . KEPR * WTA’s Board wants more bus service in populous areas. What it means for riders <https://watransit.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c70c3a1d76c22fe2ef2a8361&id=186db103c7&e=850008f825> . 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