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Community advisory flags Kingston and Bremerton ferry issues; fast‑ferry funding uncertain
Summary
A Kitsap Transit community advisory update highlighted passenger loading difficulties at the Kingston ferry terminal, problems with alerting riders to cancelled ferry sailings and dependency on state funding for the Bremerton fast‑ferry service ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
At its April 1 meeting, the Kitsap Transit community advisory report raised operational concerns about ferry‑terminal weather exposure, passenger loading and the timing of cancellation alerts, and staff said continued fast‑ferry service depends on state budget decisions.
John Clausen, Executive Director, relayed the advisory committee’s March 27 discussion. Committee members from North Kitsap reported continued appreciation that Route 391 is operating midday to connect Kingston with the Bainbridge Island ferry terminal, but they flagged recurring difficulties at the Kingston Ferry Terminal because the…
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