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Local transit agencies will be fare-free for New Years

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Local transit agencies in the Puget Sound area are facilitating safe travel during New Year's celebrations by offering fare-free services. Sound Transit will extend its light rail operations until 2 a. m. on January 1, 2025, with the last southbound train leaving Lynnwood at 2:01 a. m.

and the last northbound train departing from Angle Lake at 1:55 a. m. Link and Sound Transit Express buses will be free from 4 a. m. on December 31 to 3 a.

m. on January 1. King County Executive Dow Constantine highlighted the initiative's importance in allowing residents to celebrate safely without the worry of driving. Everett Transit will provide fare-free rides on its regular weekday schedule, while Community Transit will also participate. This year’s Fare Free New Year’s Eve program continues to grow, encouraging more residents to leave their vehicles at home, promoting public transportation and enhancing community safety during the holiday celebrations.

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53 property tax levy and 4 utility tax rate increases scheduled for Council vote Nov. 24

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