Let’s talk public transit for Orcas & the San Juans

||| FROM COLIN WILLIAMS for FRIENDS OF RURAL PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION |||

You’re Invited to a Community Meeting Hosted by the Friends of Rural Public Transportation, Thursday, March 26, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM, Orcas Island Public Library Community Room

Imagine Orcas & the San Juan Islands where…

• You can hop on a bus from the ferry to Eastsound, Doe Bay, or Deer Harbor.
• Kids can get to activities independently.
• Neighbors have reliable backup transportation when their car is in the shop.
• You can catch a ride to Moran State Park or Turtleback Mountain.
• Visitors can explore our islands without adding to traffic.
• We reduce our carbon footprint, one shared ride at a time.

Why Now? The Island Challenge

• The Ferry Squeeze: Keep cars off the ferry to create space for residents and essential services.
• The Distance Dilemma: Connect the ferry landing to Eastsound and beyond without a personal vehicle.
• The Hill Challenge: Provide an alternative to cycling for those who find our terrain difficult.
  Join Us & Share Your Vision!

This is a community-driven initiative in the early visioning stages. We welcome all perspectives and ideas.

Whether you have ideas for routes, funding expertise, or simply believe this vision is worth pursuing—your voice matters.

What we’re building together:

A system for families, seniors, workers, visitors, and our environment.

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