Everett Transit has taken to the digital streets, seeking public input on the future of the city's transportation. With their Long-Range Plan in the making, this roadmap aims to steer the next two decades, up through 2045. Community members are now encouraged to weigh in through an online survey, a tool designed to collect a spectrum of perspectives, "from residents, riders and everyone who calls Everett home," the transit authority mentioned on its website, as per the City of Everett.
For those keener on face-to-face communication, events are slated for various dates in July. These gatherings promise opportune moments to mingle and make one's voice count. The first of such events is at the Everett Farmers Market on Sunday, July 13 from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Meanwhile, others can also bend the ear of transit officials at the Everett Public Library, Evergreen Branch on July 17, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., among other locations listed on the City of Everett announcement.
A myriad of topics is up for discussion, including the growth of fixed-route bus service, emerging on-demand services, and even talks around fleet resilience and financial transparency. Safety and effective communication are also principal parts of the discourse, as outlined in the civic announcement. "Connecting People to Life" remains to be the mantra guiding these plans, encapsulating the essence and the end-goal of the transportation overhaul, as stated by the City of Everett.
And, if getting to an event, or surfing to the online survey presents a challenge, Everett Transit has extended a line—both a phone line and an email—for folks to chime in. Callers are invited to dial 425-257-7777 or drop an email at [email protected], ensuring everyone gets a fair shot at shaping their transit landscape, as reported by the City of Everett.
