 Proposition 1 seeks voter approval on the Nov. 6, 2018 ballot to increase sales and use tax by four-tenths of 1 percent (0.4%), or 4 cents on a $10 taxable purchase, to maintain, improve and expand public transportation services.
If approved, Intercity Transit (IT) will expand bus routes into new areas, increase the frequency and operating hours of local and commuter bus services, improve passenger facilities, make technology improvements and expand specialized transportation services for seniors and those living with disabilities.
If rejected, IT will need to cut service by 15 percent in 2019. Specific service reduction options haven't been selected but, to give an idea of scale, the hours would be equivalent to eliminating Saturday and Sunday service.
Ultimately, it is up to the voters in the service area, which includes Lacey, Olympia, Tumwater, Yelm, and their surrounding urban growth areas, to decide.
IT will provide the level of service the community is willing to support.
For more information about Intercity Transit Proposition 1, visit intercitytransit.com/ITprop1.
 Intercity Transit is asking for your input on our 2019 draft budget and six-year strategic plan. The document is available for your review and comment at:
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intercitytransit.com.
- Customer Service at the Olympia Transit Center.
- The business office at 526 Pattison St. in Olympia or by calling 360-786-8585.
You may provide comment by:
- Calling 360-705-5852.
- Emailing tellus@intercitytransit.com
- By mail, Intercity Transit, P.O. Box 659, Olympia, 98507.
- Attending the public hearing on Oct. 17, 2018, 5:30 p.m. located at our business office, 526 Pattison St. in Olympia.
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 We are looking for candidates with strong customer service skills to drive for us. Intercity Transit (IT) provides training for everything else, including the necessary Commercial Driver License (CDL), through a rigorous eight-week, full-time, paid training period.
A few of the great benefits IT offers include:
- Full-time positions, 40-hours per week with opportunity for overtime.
- $20.19 per hour starting wage.
- Health insurance, Washington State PERS and deferred comp retirement plans.
- Paid sick and vacation leave.
For more information about being a bus driver and application materials, visit our website at intercitytransit.com/drivewithus. Completed applications must be received by Friday, Nov. 2, 2018 at 4 p.m. to be considered.
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Join the Community Advisory Committee
 Are you interested in the future of public transportation in Thurston County? Apply now to be part of Intercity Transit's Community Advisory Committee (CAC)!
The CAC is a 20-member advisory group that provides input to the Intercity Transit Authority (ITA) on local public transportation issues. The ITA selects CAC members to represent a cross-section of the community. Most committee members serve three-year terms; youth position(s) serve a one-year term. All members get a free bus pass and youth members can get credit for volunteer hours.
The CAC meets the third Monday of every month at 5:30 p.m. at IT's business office.
To apply, interested Thurston County residents can get an application at intercitytransit.com, our business office at 526 Pattison St. in Olympia or by calling 360-705-5857. Applications are due by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 30.
For more information about the CAC, visit intercitytransit.com/agency/community-advisory-committee or contact Nancy Trail at ntrail@intercitytransit.com or 360-705-5857.
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 Our travel trainers are here to help you navigate the recent service changes that took effect Sept. 23, 2018.
The Travel Training program offers free, one-on-one training to teach people how to use our bus system. They'll answer schedule questions and work with you to provide trip planning to your destination.
Call 360-705-5879 to schedule an appointment and take advantage of this free service! For more information about the program, visit intercitytransit.com/how-to-ride/travel-training.
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 Lace up your tennis shoes and walk, ride or roll to a better future this month during International Walk to School Month! Celebrate International Walk to School Day on Wednesday, Oct. 10 and the many benefits of safe walking communities by joining one of the planned school events in your neighborhood.
International Walk to School Day kicks off a year-round program encouraging students to walk, bike or take the bus to school. Students learn traffic safety, get exercise and come to school energized and ready to learn. The event is observed in over 40 countries.
Walk to School Days are part of our Walk N Roll Program which focuses on building the next generation of bikers, walkers and bus riders. Walk N Roll is a partnership between Intercity Transit, Thurston Regional Planning Council, local cities, and area school districts. For more information or a list of participating schools, call 360-705-5855 or email walknroll@intercitytransit.com.
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