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Home My WebLink About122222 FW_ WSF Weekly Update ________________________________ From: Vezina, John Sent: Thursday, December 22, 2022 1:41:10 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) Subject: WSF Weekly Update ________________________________ ALERT: BE CAUTIOUS This email originated outside the organization. Do not open attachments or click on links if you are not expecting them. ________________________________ <https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/fancy_images/WADOT/2016/07/946882/974750/wsf-weekly-update-banner_crop.jpg> <http://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/fancy_images/stock/2011/03/12341/double-hr_original.gif?1308456130> Holiday season ferry travel Planning a ride with us this holiday season? Prepare for busy sailings <https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjEyMjIu Njg3MTMyNjEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3dzZG90LndhLmdvdi9hYm91dC9uZXdzLzIwMjIvdGlzLXNlYXNvbi1idXN5LXN0YXRlLWZlcnJpZXMifQ.gBeuSOkw2tU9cLmEJ7NrJeJkbuq7ZpjNRroY1VsieHU/s/591618619/br/151169878469-l> and long waits if boarding in a vehicle. Riders are also encouraged to regularly check online sailing schedules <https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwM jpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjEyMjIuNjg3MTMyNjEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3dzZG90LmNvbS9mZXJyaWVzL3NjaGVkdWxlL2RlZmF1bHQuYXNweCJ9.Z0gOQTawUdEYOvYZkbItkG_AQw-oca2dHq0-61MYXP8/s/591618619/br/15116987 8469-l> , as timetables are dependent on staffing. Customers can sign up for rider alerts <https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX 2lkIjoiMjAyMjEyMjIuNjg3MTMyNjEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3dzZG90LndhLmdvdi9GZXJyaWVzL1JvdXRlQWxlcnRzLyJ9.IKi973IMRZPqMzvZAKq-SNHxMA1jRssuCPJb6NfJzyo/s/591618619/br/151169878469-l> to receive an update each night and morning on what schedule is operating on each route. The alerts also provide updates if staff shortages lead to unexpected service reductions. <https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/fancy_images/WADOT/2022/12/6905911/4491682/holiday-travel_crop.jpg> A special thank you to our employees working over the holiday season. If you get the chance, please wish them “Happy holidays!” The busiest sailings will likely be westbound (or onto an island) now through Saturday, Dec. 24, then eastbound (or off island) Sunday, Dec. 25, and in the days after Christmas. To reduce or eliminate waiting, riders may consider taking an early morning or late-night sailing or walking on. Historically, far fewer people catch a ferry around the New Year’s holiday. On Dec. 25 and Jan. 1, all routes will operate on Sunday schedules. On Dec. 26 and Jan. 2, there will be a few schedule changes on some routes on both Mondays. Holiday sailings are marked on the online schedules for each route. Edmonds/Kingston route begins two-boat service trial Sunday, Jan. 1 Our Edmonds/Kingston route, which is next in line for restoration in our Service Restoration Plan (PDF 794KB) <https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjb GljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjEyMjIuNjg3MTMyNjEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3dzZG90LndhLmdvdi9zaXRlcy9kZWZhdWx0L2ZpbGVzLzIwMjItMDMvV1NGLUNPVklEMTktU2VydmljZVJlc3RvcmF0aW9uUGxhbi5wZGYifQ.ZiDOwM5Fe0LW-ooPQ -bYnEJ-T-cmj3J4OVZVR2iH4Ho/s/591618619/br/151169878469-l> , will begin a trial of pre-pandemic two-boat service levels on Sunday, Jan. 1. Until then, a second boat will be added daily if crews are available. The Seattle/Bainbridge, Mukilteo/Clinton and Anacortes/San Juan Islands routes are fully restored. Week of winter weather From snow to frigid temperatures, we’re having a wild week of winter weather! Kudos to our terminal staffs and vessel crews for navigating the elements to get to work and keep our system running. They’re also making sure our riders remain safe by shoveling snow and salting high-traffic surfaces. I also recognize our dispatchers, who are working extra hard during this cold blast to fill shifts, finding replacements for those who can’t make it into work. <https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/fancy_images/WADOT/2022/12/6905921/4491683/snow-1_crop.jpg> Terminal employees Rachel Keller, Emily Spencer, Ryan Fairchild and Jeb Abernathy shovel snow and lay down salt on a transfer span in Kingston. <https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/fancy_images/WADOT/2022/12/6905938/4491684/snow-2_crop.jpg> Traffic Attendant Alex Miller treats the surface of the transfer span at Mukilteo by laying down salt. A visit to our warehouse I had a great time last week meeting my colleagues who work at our warehouse in Seattle’s Georgetown neighborhood. They might not be as visible as our vessel and terminal staff, but our warehouse employees are just as vital in keeping our routes operating every day. Almost everything that’s needed to run our ferry system is processed at the facility before going out to various locations. They have such an important role and it was nice to see the amazing work they do! View a video profile <https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxM DQsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjEyMjIuNjg3MTMyNjEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy55b3V0dWJlLmNvbS93YXRjaD92PXlSVnFUUVc1Unh3JnQ9M3MifQ._j9TdczceyFcnyJIeA-FxnW16WlTE48GszZJFqFDYIM/s/591 618619/br/151169878469-l> of one of our warehouse employees, Truckdriver Lead Nick Wakeman. <https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/fancy_images/WADOT/2022/12/6905980/4491685/warehouse_crop.jpeg> I presented a recognition plaque to our warehouse employees for their work in helping to keep our ferries running. Patty Rubstello Assistant Secretary, WSDOT/Ferries Division December 22, 2022 Virtual public meetings, Jan. 11 and 12 Save the date! We’re hosting two virtual community meetings in January 2023 to engage and update those we serve. The meetings will take place at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 11, and 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 12. Both meetings will cover the same material. Participants will be able to ask questions and provide comments. Advanced registration <https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJ idWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDUsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjEyMjIuNjg3MTMyNjEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3dzZG90LndhLmdvdi90cmF2ZWwvd2FzaGluZ3Rvbi1zdGF0ZS1mZXJyaWVzL2Fib3V0LXVzL2NvbW11bm l0eS1wYXJ0aWNpcGF0aW9uIn0.OEql7GaY8kj3mvPQHSsRwDDieH8xZ4vhSvmh-5QrlX4/s/591618619/br/151169878469-l> is required. Governor's budget plan supports electrification, vessel preservation and workforce development Gov. Jay Inslee released his 2023-25 budget plan <https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDYsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjEyMjIuNjg3MTMyNjEiLCJ1cmwiOi JodHRwczovL2FkbWluLmdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5LmNvbS9hYmUvYnVsbGV0aW5zLzQzMTY1MzMvY29udGVudCJ9.CzV7kHT3OFU95L2Rrv9mklBkp_33o93m7WthgQ5Uoq4/s/591618619/br/151169878469-l> last week. His proposal includes strong support for ferry system electrification <https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDcsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjEyMjIuNjg3MTMyNjEiL CJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3dzZG90LndhLmdvdi9jb25zdHJ1Y3Rpb24tcGxhbm5pbmcvbWFqb3ItcHJvamVjdHMvZmVycnktc3lzdGVtLWVsZWN0cmlmaWNhdGlvbiJ9.R8zQB4ijVKzfcuXLTVW_kyT6-WmcUYKXT4khlqpzjuE/s/591618619/br/151169878469 -l> , including funding over the next 10 years to construct five hybrid-electric Olympic-class vessels, convert three Jumbo Mark II-class ferries to hybrid-electric propulsion and build the necessary shoreside power infrastructure. The plan also contains significant funding to help preserve and maintain our vessels, along with resources and better tools for hiring and training. I look forward to working with legislators next year as they consider our budget. Gingerbread ferry A @wsdot Instagram <https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDgsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjEyMjIuNjg3MTMyNjEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5pbnN0YWdyYW0u Y29tL3dzZG90LyJ9.r5XC8ZipDghNR0z6T5DCL2ALNJ4w0JAF5WV_6CtfXz4/s/591618619/br/151169878469-l> follower has some ferry good gingerbread decorating skills! Check out this photo of their holiday interpretation of a San Juan Islands vessel! <https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/fancy_images/WADOT/2022/12/6906010/4491686/gingerbread_crop.jpg> . <https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/fancy_images/WADOT/2022/10/6625165/4395779/customer-kudos-image_crop.png> “I just wanted to point out the excellent customer service (and excellent human decency) I encountered the other night on the Seattle to Bainbridge ferry. I was coming home late at night from a long trip, and all of my ride options on Bainbridge had suddenly evaporated, and I was going to be stuck. I had absolutely no way to get home other than walk 6 miles in the pouring rain with all of my heavy bags from my trip, and I was despairing. “As I was disembarking the ferry I asked a ferry employee [Ordinary Sailor Jason Moegling] if there was somewhere I could leave my bag in the terminal and get it the next day, because I had no way to get home and couldn't possibly walk all that way with my bag, and he instantly said ‘I'll give you a ride.’ I practically jumped for joy. He saved me. I met him after his shift was over and he gave me a ride home on his way home. “I really don't know what I would have done had he not helped me, and I cannot even express how appreciative I am that he helped me. What a kind and caring person.” -Seattle/Bainbridge customer Next Weekly Update will be Thursday, Jan. 5 There will be no Weekly Update on Thursday, Dec. 29. I wish you a happy and healthy holiday season. If you’re travelling over the holidays, safe journeys! 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A visit to our warehouse I had a great time last week meeting my colleagues who work at our warehouse in Seattle’s Georgetown neighborhood. They might not be as visible as our vessel and terminal staff, but our warehouse employees are just as vital in keeping our routes operating every day. Almost everything that’s needed to run our ferry system is processed at the facility before going out to various locations. They have such an important role and it was nice to see the amazing work they do! View a video profile <https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxM DQsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjEyMjIuNjg3MTMyNjEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy55b3V0dWJlLmNvbS93YXRjaD92PXlSVnFUUVc1Unh3JnQ9M3MifQ._j9TdczceyFcnyJIeA-FxnW16WlTE48GszZJFqFDYIM/s/591 618619/br/151169878469-l> of one of our warehouse employees, Truckdriver Lead Nick Wakeman. <https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/fancy_images/WADOT/2022/12/6905980/4491685/warehouse_crop.jpeg> I presented a recognition plaque to our warehouse employees for their work in helping to keep our ferries running. Patty Rubstello Assistant Secretary, WSDOT/Ferries Division December 22, 2022 Virtual public meetings, Jan. 11 and 12 Save the date! We’re hosting two virtual community meetings in January 2023 to engage and update those we serve. The meetings will take place at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 11, and 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 12. Both meetings will cover the same material. Participants will be able to ask questions and provide comments. Advanced registration <https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJ idWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDUsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjEyMjIuNjg3MTMyNjEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3dzZG90LndhLmdvdi90cmF2ZWwvd2FzaGluZ3Rvbi1zdGF0ZS1mZXJyaWVzL2Fib3V0LXVzL2NvbW11bm l0eS1wYXJ0aWNpcGF0aW9uIn0.OEql7GaY8kj3mvPQHSsRwDDieH8xZ4vhSvmh-5QrlX4/s/591618619/br/151169878469-l> is required. Governor's budget plan supports electrification, vessel preservation and workforce development Gov. Jay Inslee released his 2023-25 budget plan <https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDYsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjEyMjIuNjg3MTMyNjEiLCJ1cmwiOi JodHRwczovL2FkbWluLmdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5LmNvbS9hYmUvYnVsbGV0aW5zLzQzMTY1MzMvY29udGVudCJ9.CzV7kHT3OFU95L2Rrv9mklBkp_33o93m7WthgQ5Uoq4/s/591618619/br/151169878469-l> last week. His proposal includes strong support for ferry system electrification <https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDcsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjEyMjIuNjg3MTMyNjEiL CJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3dzZG90LndhLmdvdi9jb25zdHJ1Y3Rpb24tcGxhbm5pbmcvbWFqb3ItcHJvamVjdHMvZmVycnktc3lzdGVtLWVsZWN0cmlmaWNhdGlvbiJ9.R8zQB4ijVKzfcuXLTVW_kyT6-WmcUYKXT4khlqpzjuE/s/591618619/br/151169878469 -l> , including funding over the next 10 years to construct five hybrid-electric Olympic-class vessels, convert three Jumbo Mark II-class ferries to hybrid-electric propulsion and build the necessary shoreside power infrastructure. The plan also contains significant funding to help preserve and maintain our vessels, along with resources and better tools for hiring and training. I look forward to working with legislators next year as they consider our budget. Gingerbread ferry A @wsdot Instagram <https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDgsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjEyMjIuNjg3MTMyNjEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5pbnN0YWdyYW0u Y29tL3dzZG90LyJ9.r5XC8ZipDghNR0z6T5DCL2ALNJ4w0JAF5WV_6CtfXz4/s/591618619/br/151169878469-l> follower has some ferry good gingerbread decorating skills! Check out this photo of their holiday interpretation of a San Juan Islands vessel! <https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/fancy_images/WADOT/2022/12/6906010/4491686/gingerbread_crop.jpg> . <https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/fancy_images/WADOT/2022/10/6625165/4395779/customer-kudos-image_crop.png> “I just wanted to point out the excellent customer service (and excellent human decency) I encountered the other night on the Seattle to Bainbridge ferry. I was coming home late at night from a long trip, and all of my ride options on Bainbridge had suddenly evaporated, and I was going to be stuck. I had absolutely no way to get home other than walk 6 miles in the pouring rain with all of my heavy bags from my trip, and I was despairing. “As I was disembarking the ferry I asked a ferry employee [Ordinary Sailor Jason Moegling] if there was somewhere I could leave my bag in the terminal and get it the next day, because I had no way to get home and couldn't possibly walk all that way with my bag, and he instantly said ‘I'll give you a ride.’ I practically jumped for joy. He saved me. I met him after his shift was over and he gave me a ride home on his way home. “I really don't know what I would have done had he not helped me, and I cannot even express how appreciative I am that he helped me. What a kind and caring person.” -Seattle/Bainbridge customer Next Weekly Update will be Thursday, Jan. 5 There will be no Weekly Update on Thursday, Dec. 29. I wish you a happy and healthy holiday season. If you’re travelling over the holidays, safe journeys! 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