Operator of the Year 2008: Ineke DeBoer
Date: July 27, 2009 Watch the ceremony at Metro Transit's North Base as Ineke DeBoer is honored as Metro's Operator of the Year for 2008. Video Page
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Two new-look transit centers
Date: July 16, 2009 They've been works in progress for quite some time and now serve as safer and more modern transportation hubs in their respective parts of the county. Check out the new-look Redmond and Burien Transit Centers. Video Page
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Cyc-ology 101: The Major Taylor Project
Date: July 16, 2009 On its surface, it may look like any other club at a high school. But the Major Taylor project is about more than occupying the time of the youths involved. See how a cyclist who died almost 80 years ago is inspiring young people to get into cycling today. Video Page
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From base to stop: Behind the scenes at Metro
Date: May 28, 2009 It takes plenty of behind-the-scenes work to provide about 400,000 daily bus trips in King County. And every time a coach comes back to the base, Vehicle Maintenance employees have to get it ready to hit the road again. See what happens from the time a coach returns, to the time it arrives at your stop to pick you up and get you on your way. Video Page
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Rapidly approaching RapidRide Date: May 28, 2009 It's a simple approach to easing congestion and speeding up bus service. Metro's bus rapid transit service, which it has branded 'RapidRide', will eventually implement five routes on the county's busiest corridors. The first 'RapidRide' line, the 'A-line' will go into effect next year serving several south King County cities. See the prototype bus and station. Video Page
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The ORCA card is here Date: May 28, 2009 No more month-to-month passes, no need for paper transfers, no need to visit an office to renew or buy your pass. The ORCA card, which stands for One Regional Card for All, is one card that will connect you with seven transit agencies. Your options include the bus, the ferry, commuter rail, and light rail. Video Page
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Metro surpasses 3,000,000,000 riders!
Date: May 28, 2009 King County Metro Transit recently provided its 3 billionth ride since beginning operations January 1st, 1973. County and Metro leaders were on hand to say thanks to the public for helping Metro reach such a significant ridership milestone. Video Page
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Metro makes good business sense for local employers Date: October 1st, 2008 Whether it's a mechanical contractor or a restaurant, more than 2,000 local businesses take advantage of employer programs at King County Metro. Hear from the businesses and some employees about why they like the options Metro offers. Video Page
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2007 Operator of the Year: Two for the price of one Date: August 12, 2008 Every year, King County Metro Transit honors its Operator of the Year, and this year it's two for the price of one. When the 84 fellow Operators of the Month got together to vote for Operator of the year, they came up with an exact tie in voting, so Nate Chappelle and Richard Boehmer both took the award home. Video Page
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The evolution of Metro buses Date: June 3, 2008 Take a tour of the buses of yesteryear operated by King County Metro Transit, and before 1973 the antiquated Seattle Transit. Metro's Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor Michael Voris walks Metro's 'Bus Boneyard' and explains how buses have evolved over the past 70 years. We also examine the 22 new diesel hybrids recently added to Metro's fleet. Video Page
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Metro's Vanpool program getting more popular all the time Date: June 3, 2008 Whether it's high gas prices, congested county roadways, or wear and tear to their cars, King County residents are flocking to King County Metro Transit's Vanpool program. There are currently more than 1,000 vans on the road between Vanpool and Vanshare, which is more than there have ever been. Video Page
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Truly Metro's finest Date: April 16, 2008 It's a very appropriate description for the two deputies and one former Metro deputy that were recently honored by King County Sheriff Sue Rahr. Current deputy Patrick McCurdy received Metro Deputy of the year, and Tim Shook got the Lifesaver Award for rescuing a hiker who had been stranded in the woods for days. Sergeant Jim Laing received the highest honor the sheriff's office gives out, the Medal of Valor, for interrupting an armed robbery in progress. Video Page
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Love blooms on the Route 308 Date: April 16, 2008 It took Troy Kleweno six months to work up the courage to even talk to Christie Hsieh on King County Metro Transit Route 308, which they rode together every day. Two and a half years later, Troy decided it was the perfect setting to propose to Christie. Video Page
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Green Festival 2008 Date: April 16, 2008 It was the greenest weekend of the year so far as the Green Festival visited Seattle for the first time ever. King County was a proud co-sponsor of the event and hosted its own pavilion where it showed festivalgoers how they can 'green up' their homes and commutes. Video Page
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'Transit Now' turns one, Metro service expands again Date: February 14, 2008 The 'Transit Now' initiative passed just in time. King County voters asked for up to 20 percent more bus service in November of 2006. It was a good thing, because Metro had another banner year with its highest ridership ever in 2007. By the end of 2008, thanks to 'Transit Now', about 100,000 hours of new service will be in place. Video Page
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How does Metro pick which bus to buy? Date: November 21, 2007 They're nothing if not workhorses. King County King County Metro Transit buses carry an average of 358,000 riders every day and those riders count on Metro for safe and reliable transportation. So, when it comes time to buy new buses, how does Metro decide on what to buy? Watch the rubber meet the road as Metro analysts test possible replacement buses. Video Page
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The wait is over Date: October 2, 2007 Bus service has returned to the Downtown Seattle Transit Tunnel after a two-year closure that allowed Sound Transit to retrofit for light rail train service, and King County Metro Transit's to make long-overdue lighting and security improvements. Hear what transit leaders and riders are saying about having the 1.3-mile stretch back. Video Page
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Gridlock avoided Date: October 2, 2007 Commuters did a whole lot more than just survive during a schedule 19-day closure of northbound lanes of I-5 in August, they hopped Metro buses and packed the Elliott Bay Water Taxi. The predicted gridlock was avoided thanks to the transit options commuters took advantage of. Video Page
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The green lead Date: October 2, 2007 In hosting this year's APTA (American Public Transportation Association) Sustainability in Public Transportation Conference, King County Executive Ron Sims took the opportunity to underscore transit's critical role in fighting global warming. Video Page
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Light at the end of the Tunnel Date: July 31, 2007 After a two-year closure, the Downtown Seattle Transit Tunnel is all set to reopen at the end of September. It took some imagination to keep downtown traffic flowing during the closure, with 21 routes coming out of the tunnel and operating on surface streets. See what transit planners did to compensate. Video Page
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What's good for the goat is good for the gander Date: July 31, 2007 Droves of curious onlookers surrounded Shepherd Craig Madsen and his four-legged crew as they cleaned up overgrown vegetation at the Tukwila Park & Ride and at King County Metro Transit's East Base in Bellevue. Video Page
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2006 Operator of the Year: Pat Calman Date: July 31, 2007 He's posted 25 consecutive years with a safe driving record, and now Pat Calman has been being honored as King County Metro Transit's 2006 Operator of the Year. Metro's leaders and Pat's peers came together for a surprise celebration at Metro's Bellevue Base. Video Page
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Landmark Metro fleet expansion Date: May 16, 2007 It's King County Metro Transit's way of putting its money where its mouth is. King County voters approved 'Transit Now' in November increasing tax revenue for more transit service. Now Metro is teaming up with General Motors, New Flyer Industries, and Cummins Engine Company to deliver as many as 500 new hybrid buses over the next decade. Video Page
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Metro teams up with the M's Date: April 10, 2007 Love the M's games but hate the hassle of getting to the game? Let King County Metro Transit save you the gas and parking money. Metro provides premium service to and from most home games. Video Page
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Sims applauds Flexcar expansion Date: April 7, 2007 Think of it as a 'personal fleet at your fingertips'. Flexcar is a company that offers its subscribers a fleet of vehicles they can access when they have a specific transportation need. King County Executive Ron Sims applauds the company's expansion within the county. Video Page
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A nose for trouble Date: March 21, 2007 They may not have the name recognition of Starsky and Hutch, but King County Metro Transit's new explosive-sniffing dogs Jones and Stevie are making sure your trips on Metro are safe all the same. Video Page
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Bus-bike connection is getting easier Date: February 13, 2007 Metro has always been committed to assisting cyclists with their commutes having had bike racks on coaches for over 30 years. Now a federal grant has provided new bike racks that will expand capacity, reducing wait times. Video Page
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Eye on traffic Date: February 13, 2007 Did you ever wonder who's watching over traffic flows in King County or if anyone is? The answer is yes, King County has a state of the art traffic control center that helps to make sure your commute is as smooth as possible. Video Page
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Metro teams up with google for new transit feature Date: November 14, 2006 Planning your bus trip will never be the same. King County Metro Transit has teamed up with Google to provide a new trip planner that even allows you to see satellite imagery of your trip. King County Executive Ron Sims speaks about the partnership. Video Page
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A ride with the 'Way Cool Vanpool' Date: October 11, 2006 King County Metro Transit's Vanpool program is gaining popularity. With 780 vans on the road, the program is one of the largest in the nation. Tim rides with a group from Seattle to REI in Kent, and gets an insider's perspective on this service. Video Page
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'We'll Get You There' Date: September 7, 2006 Watch a quick, fun video about King County King County Metro Transit service set to music. Video Page
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2005 Operator of the Year: John Fabre Date: June 20, 2006 King County Metro Transit's 'Operator of the Year' and 'Vehicle Maintenance Employee of the Year' are the stars who help keep Metro on the road. They learned of their honor during surprise ceremonies at the respective bus bases. Video Page
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Issaquah Park&Ride dedication Date: February 10, 2006 It's the newest Park&Ride garage on the Eastside and it can accommodate 1,000 cars. There's also new express bus service from the garage to downtown Seattle. Video Page
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Metro's hybrid report card January 31, 2006 King County Metro Transit's hybrid buses have been on the road for one year. The report card for these 214 buses shows they are delivering on their promise of lowering greenhouse emissions, improving gas mileage and reliability. Video Page
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