Appreciate your Bus Driver? Let them Know!
This Sunday (March 18) is International Bus Driver Appreciation Day . . . the perfect opportunity to say “THANK YOU” to all the hard-working bus drivers you know! They might make it look easy – but...
View ArticleGet Real-Time Bus Arrival Information with OneBusAway!
As you rush to make it to your bus stop on time, have you ever wondered when the bus will actually arrive? Wonder no more!! In normal driving conditions (not snow and ice!!), our buses typically run on...
View ArticleIntercity Transit Earns ‘GOLD’ for Sustainability Efforts
We have exciting news to share! Our agency was recently recognized with Gold-level status for our sustainability work from the American Public Transportation Association’s Sustainability Commitment...
View ArticleWe’re Accepting Applications for Citizen Advisory Committee
Are you interested in having an impact on public transportation in our community? We want you! Our Authority has open positions on their Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC), including a YOUTH position...
View ArticleWe Won the 2012 Thurston County Green Business Award!
Last Wednesday, we received the 2012 Thurston County Green Business of the Year Award! The Thurston County Chamber awards it to the business demonstrating exemplary efforts in creating a sustainable...
View ArticleCelebrate Earth Day. Save the Environment. Save Cash.
Sunday, April 22 is Earth Day. Have you thought about what steps you might take to help protect the planet? Did you know, in Washington State, 53% of CO2 emissions from fossil fuels come from...
View ArticleCongrats! “It happened on my commute” Vanpool Winner!!
Our vanpool program just turned 30 - and, that’s exciting news! We wanted to share the celebration with our vanpool riders so we decided to have some fun. We held a “It happened on my commute”...
View ArticleAnother “It happened on my commute” Story
Hopefully you saw our last post about our Vanpool program celebrating its 30th anniversary. (If not, here’s the link:...
View ArticleVans Available to Community
Once again, our Surplus Van Grant Program has up to four 8- or 12-passenger vans available to eligible local oganizations through a grant application process to enhance transportation service to...
View ArticleImagine a more sustainable Thurston Region
Imagine what a “sustainable” Thurston Region would look like in 2035? If you’re reading this blog, you’re probably picturing more folks walking, biking or riding the bus to get to jobs, schools, shops...
View ArticleSave Cash! “Dump the Pump” and Drive Less . . . Pass it on!
With high gas prices and household budgets stretched thin, many people are looking for ways to save money. If you already share the ride or just drive less, you know about the many benefits –...
View ArticleDon’t let Gas Prices Get You Down!
Gas prices keep going up! According to fuel gauge report, regular gas prices in Olympia increased .28 since last July! To save transportation costs, you don’t have to completely give up your car but,...
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