Community Transit is here to get you where you want to go. We are proud to be a part of the Tulalip / Quil Ceda community — we live here, ride here, and drive here. Wherever you need to go in Tulalip / Quil Ceda, feel good about how you get there.
The Federal Government recognizes the Tulalip Tribes as a sovereign Indian Tribe operating under a Tribal Constitution approved by the Secretary of Interior. Tulalip employs over 3,500 people working for the Tulalip Tribes, many of whom work in the Tribes' business enterprises: Tulalip Resort Casino, Quil Ceda Creek Casino, Tulalip Bingo, Leasing, Tulalip Broadband, Salish Networks, Tulalip Data Services, Tulalip Liquor & Smoke Shop, and Quil Ceda Village.
Tulalip / Quil Ceda and is home to many regional destinations. People traveling to and from the area can choose from multiple transit options. Community Transit offers regional bus service to Tulalip via Route 222. Quil Ceda Village offers shopping, dining, and entertainment including a casino. The Tulalip Resort provides shuttle service to and from other hotels, shopping and popular attractions. Everything in Quil Ceda Village is also within walking distance. Tulalip Transit is a rural public transportation option designed to provide service to areas of the Tulalip Tribes Reservation. Tulalip Transit provides a free public transportation service. Community Transit also Provides DART paratransit service and Vanpool to local riders who qualify.
Snohomish County leaders are preparing for a greener future, and Community Transit is no exception. Community Transit plans to strengthen its commitment to environmental sustainability by studying a move to zero-emissions buses and the infrastructure, systems, and employee training needed to support that technology. These activities align closely with state and county initiatives.
The first step in transitioning to a zero-emissions fleet is to look at the different technology options to decide what the best fit is for Community Transit. We recently began testing a 60-foot battery electric bus. Bus drivers and mechanics are getting a chance to “kick the tires” on this leased bus. The Community Transit Board of Directors also had a chance to check out the bus and hear more about the developing strategy behind the move to zero-emissions.
Moving to a zero emissions fleet would be a fundamental change and transform how we do business. There will need to be changes to our facilities, technology, operations, and training programs. It’s all part of a years-long approach to evaluating and developing a sustainable strategy that will benefit transit riders for generations to come.
Next year, two Community Transit-owned zero-emissions buses will hit the streets! It will be a whole new experience for riders and another step toward lowering carbon emissions and preserving the beautiful environment we call home.