State Budget Buoys Vashon Water Taxi’s Midday Services Through 2027

State budget buoys Vashon Water Taxi’s midday services through 2027

(The Center Square) – King County Water Taxi midday services to Vashon Island will continue through June 2027 thanks to recently secured state funding.

State budget buoys Vashon Water Taxi’s midday services through 2027 - Everett Post

(The Center Square) – King County Water Taxi midday services to Vashon Island will continue through June 2027 thanks to recently secured state funding. According to King County Executive Shannon Braddock’s Office, the midday service between Vashon Island and Seattle costs about $2.5 million annually. On May 20, the service’s funding was fully secured and can continue through 2027. King County Metro Public Information Officer Al Sanders explained…

King County and state lawmakers partner to keep Vashon Water Taxi midday service

This media release was originally posted on King County Executive News on June 16, 2025. Summary As King County Water Taxi midday sailings to Vashon Island approach their first anniversary, King County secured needed funding from the state Legislature to continue the service. Story Midday service to Vashon Island on the King County Water Taxi…