Washington State Ferries (WSF) announced an extended public comment period on the draft long-range plan through Monday, Jan. 26.
Due to the overwhelming response from communities, we extended the comment period five days to ensure ample opportunity for the public to provide input on the two options in the draft plan. The tenth public hearing concluded in Fauntleroy on Wednesday night, and all of the public hearing transcripts, with the exception of Fauntleroy, are available online at www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/planning/ESHB2358. The Fauntleroy hearing transcript will be posted online mid-next week. I want to thank everyone who has taken the time to attend a public hearing and/or provide comments. We are reviewing all of the comments and determining what modifications can be made to the options in the draft plan. You may continue to send comments through Jan. 26 by writing wsfplanning@wsdot.wa.gov or WSF, Attn. Joy Goldenberg, 2901 3rd Avenue, Suite 500, Seattle, WA 98121.
A revised draft plan, along with all of the public comments received, will be provided to the Legislature on Saturday, Jan. 31. The plan is intended to provide options for consideration during this Legislative session and will not be finalized until after it is reviewed and decisions are made by lawmakers.
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