South Sound Connected

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Celebrating Stream Community Line Apr 25, 2024

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Curious about those new buses travelling along the Pacific Ave/State Route 7 corridor? That's Stream! Join us for a summary of the recent ribbon cutting in celebration of Pierce Transit's Stream Community Line.

Who Does What? with Sound Transit Mar 29, 2024

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In this episode, we talk with David Jackson, Public Information Officer at Sound Transit, to help listeners understand how Pierce Transit and Sound Transit share provision of services in Pierce County, and some of the similarities and differences between our two organizations.

In Good Working Order: Pierce Transit Facilities Feb 28, 2024

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On this episode, we talk with Nick Nash, Facilities Manager, and Jace Banta, Facilities Assistant Manager, about the business of taking care of Pierce Transit’s many facilities across its system. Transit facilities come in many shapes and sizes, and have different needs to keep them ship shape.

Stop! In the Name of the Bus Jan 30, 2024

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In this episode, we talk with Tina Vaslet, Bus Stop Planner, about Pierce Transit’s bus stop program. Tina shares some pretty interesting facts about the bus stops in Pierce Transit’s system and gives us an overview of what it takes to manage them all.

So Many Special Events Dec 21, 2023

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In this episode of South Sound Connected, we talk with Whit Park, Pierce Transit’s Special Events Coordinator. Whit manages logistics for any event that requires use of a Pierce Transit coach, as well as outside events that affect transit service. We’ll learn about the impact of his work on the agency and the public and highlight the tasks he works on that often occur behind the scenes.

Travel Training at Pierce Transit Nov 28, 2023

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On this episode of South Sound Connected, we talk with Frances Rankos and Kevin Rutledge, Pierce Transit’s Travel Trainers. Frances and Kevin play a key role in helping community members learn how to ride transit. We’ll learn about the importance of their work with special needs populations, as well as the varied types of assistance they provide.

Outreach at Pierce Transit Oct 23, 2023

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In this episode of South Sound Connected, we talk with Rachel Holzhaeuser and Christina Thompson about leading Pierce Transit’s community outreach efforts. We’ll learn about the importance of engaging face-to-face with the public, how employees from across the agency are involved, and what information is shared at the Pierce Transit outreach booth.

Let It Snow: Emergency Operations at Pierce Transit Sep 22, 2023

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On this episode of South Sound Connected, we talk with Rodney Chandler, Pierce Transit’s Emergency Management Administrator and to Amy Gillespie, Deputy Director of Pierce County Emergency Management. As we move into autumn and the inclement weather that accompanies it, Pierce Transit pivots to storm response, snow plans and special service to make sure transit stays on the road as long as it’s safe to do so. We do this work in partnership with Pierce County and many other public agencies to coordinate a community response. Learn how Pierce Transit steps in to help provide transportation in a variety of unusual situations.

Dispatch: the Heart of Pierce Transit Aug 23, 2023

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Think that providing transit service is as easy as putting a driver in a bus and hitting the road? Think again! In this episode, we hear from Judy Choate, Dispatch Assistant Manager, and Vicky Simpson, Dispatch Supervisor, about what it takes to keep operators and buses on the road, day and night, in service to the community.

Procurement 101: Working with Pierce Transit Jul 06, 2023

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In this episode, we talk with Linda Shilley, Pierce Transit's Procurement Manager, about how the agency's procurement process works and what opportunities it offers to businesses and companies, including those owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals as defined by the federal government.

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