What’s New

Pierce Transit Community News

October 2026

On November 3, voters will decide on Proposition 1, a proposed funding measure that would maintain and improve transit service throughout the Pierce Transit service area.
If a 3/10 of 1% sales tax change is approved by voters, Pierce Transit has a plan to deliver service to more people, more places, more often.
What’s in Prop 1? If approved, the plan would fund a 47% increase in local transit service, including:
- More places: Four new routes, seasonal waterfront trolleys to Gig Harbor and Ruston – Point Defiance, and special event service to fairs, sporting events and festivals.
- Fare-free rides for seniors and youth: Seniors 65+ would ride free on buses and SHUTTLE; youth 18 and younger continue to ride free on all services.
- More buses, more often: 86% of current routes would run more frequently, with no more one-hour waits on weekdays.
- Longer service hours: 80% of service would operate longer and later, with more frequent service on weekends.
- Better connections: Easier transfers and improved connections to rail and regional transit.
For information about Prop 1, including the proposed service plan, cost examples, upcoming community information sessions, and more, please visit ballot.piercetransit.org. And be sure to check out the interactive map showing proposed route improvements at ballot.piercetransit.org/interactive-map.

Having access to transportation makes a big difference in our customers’ lives, and we love hearing about that impact directly from you.
How has traveling easily, comfortably and affordably using Pierce Transit changed your life for the better?
Visit PierceTransit.org/stories to submit your story. Your story may be selected to appear on our website or our social media, and you will be entered into a quarterly prize drawing!
You can send us a written version, take a photo or make a video.

There is now an additional way to pay for Runner rides.
If you book your ride through the Pierce Transit On Demand app, you can now pay directly in the app using a credit or debit card on a per-ride basis.
All existing payment options are still accepted: Transit App, Token Transit app, ORCA card, and passes.
Discounted fares are available for qualified passengers when using an ORCA card. Cash is not accepted, and youth 18 and younger ride free.
See PierceTransit.org/Runner or the Pierce Transit On Demand app for more information.

Pierce Transit is currently accepting applications for Heavy Duty Diesel Technicians.
Heavy Duty Diesel Technicians at Pierce Transit help ensure that service can roll out each morning.
Ideal candidates will have a reputation for prioritizing safety, demonstrating reliability, and taking great pride in their work.
Pierce Transit will pay and instruct you on-site to get your Class B CDL with some of the best driving instructors in the industry.
For more information about the application process and a position description, visit PierceTransit.com/careers and click on Current Job Opportunities.

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