Commute Seattle now offers ORCA Business consultations in your preferred language via LanguageLine Solutions thanks to our partnership with King County Metro. LanguageLine Solutions is an on-demand interpretation service with over 35,000 certified linguists....
Efforts to modernize CTR underway in Washington legislative session
This past week, state legislators in Olympia commenced the 2026 Washington Legislative Session. One of the bills under consideration is House Bill 2307, a bill which if approved, would modernize Washington’s Commute Trip Reduction Law by removing the 6 a.m. - 9 a.m....
Commute University Recap: Navigating Revive I-5 in 2026
On January 7, Commute Seattle hosted the latest edition of our Commute University webinar series, focused on 2026 Revive I-5 construction and strategies for choosing non drive-alone options for getting to work. WSDOT joined us to share key project timelines and...
Commute University: Navigating Revive I-5 in 2026
The Ship Canal Bridge is getting updated! Be prepared for ongoing Revive I-5 construction throughout 2026.
Event Recap: Light Up Your Trip 2025
On December 4th, Commute Seattle, the Seattle Department of Transportation, and the Downtown Seattle Association collaborated on Light Up Your Trip – our annual event to promote visibility and safety for people walking, rolling, biking, and waiting for transit during Seattle’s dark and wet winter months.
Station by Station: Federal Way Link Connections
December 6 marks the latest milestone in the expansion of our region’s light rail system: Three new 1 Line stations will open to serve south King County. New light rail stations mean new commute options for people traveling across the region into Seattle for work....
Months-long Revive I-5 Construction Happening in 2026
Be prepared for ongoing lane reductions.
Transportation Coordinator Spotlight: Kelli McGowan
We spoke with Kelli McGowan of Mithun, where she serves as an Employee Transportation Coordinator (ETC).
Commuter Benefits limit to increase in 2026
The IRS has increased the limit for pre-tax transit benefits from $325/month to $340/month in 2026. This means more savings for businesses and employees!
ORCA Business Programs Information Session
Start 2026 strong by providing your employees with transportation benefits!
In this webinar, we’ll highlight the benefits of ORCA Business Programs, including cost savings, convenience, and environmental benefits, while providing guidance on how to get your team on board with transit benefits.
How to Stay Seen and Keep Moving During the Big Dark
We've entered the “big dark,” the time of year when the days are shorter and the commutes are wetter. Here’s what you can do to stay bright, dry, and safe all season long. Be Seen, Stay Safe Wear hi-vis or reflective clothing (know the difference!) such as vests,...
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