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[The ORCA Card @TheORCACard]

Check your email! The 2026 ORCA Customer Survey is now open. If you have a myORCA account, you may have received an invitation to take the survey. If you didn't get an email, you can take the survey here: https://t.co/lv7jAlvfA4

Your responses help us shape the future of ORCA. Plus, you can enter to win a gift card once you're done!

[Pierce Transit @PierceTransit]

Our last info session before election day, November 3, is October 26. Join us virtually at 6 pm: https://t.co/OAFll6KzHG

[Mike Griffus @PierCEOTransit]

Time passes quickly - I'm celebrating 10 years at @PierceTransit this month and am proud of the great things I've been able to be a part of over the last decade with this agency. I am surrounded by wonderful staff who have made my time here so memorable.

[Pierce Transit @PierceTransit]

In our latest podcast episode, Pierce Transit staff talk about the planning and community engagement behind the proposal and walk through what voters will see on the November 3 ballot. 🎧 Listen to the new episode and learn more about Prop 1: https://t.co/UlekT3zzmd

[Pierce Transit @PierceTransit]

Pierce County voters, keep an eye out for your ballot in the mail, and save this for where to return your ballot via transit by November 3!

[Pierce Transit @PierceTransit]

Calling all student artists! Our annual student art contest is underway. All submissions will be on display at the Main Branch of the @TacomaLibrary, while the grand prize winner will see their art on a bus! Click the link for more info: https://t.co/04DVvby2vB

[Mike Griffus @PierCEOTransit]

We also recognized bus operator Ricardo for his heroic actions taken last month, when he saved a child walking in the road along his route. Thank you, Ricardo, for your awareness and swift response.

[Mike Griffus @PierCEOTransit]

At our board meeting earlier this week, we recognized 2 Pierce Transit bus operators for their outsranding achievements.

We congratulated Luther as the September driver of the Month. Luther has been with Pierce Transit since 2018, and we thanked him for his amazing service.

[Pierce Transit @PierceTransit]

#RiderAlert: During the lane closures, Pierce Transit Route 100 going to Gig Harbor will not stop at the Narrows Park and Ride.

[KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM🎙 @KIRONewsradio]

The Tacoma Narrows Bridge loses two right westbound lanes for two full weeks starting Oct. 24. The lanes can't reopen during the work because the bridge moves. @newsguysully says to expect delays up to an hour. #chokepoints

[Pierce Transit @PierceTransit]

Join us at noon on October 16 for a virtual info session to learn more about Prop 1: https://t.co/sEXrvUxEPD

[Pierce Transit @PierceTransit]

Calling all student artists! Our annual student art contest is underway. All submissions will be on display at the Main Branch of the @TacomaLibrary, while the grand prize winner will see their art on a bus! Click the link for more info: https://t.co/04DVvby2vB

[Pierce Transit @PierceTransit]

Rider Alert: Pierce Transit is running on regular weekday schedules for Indigenous’ Peoples Day on October 12.

[Pierce Transit @PierceTransit]

Come talk with our team at a casual info session at @tacomacc tomorrow, October 6, at noon to learn more about Proposition 1 on the November ballot: https://t.co/zzOgADQU6I

[WSDOT Tacoma @wsdot_tacoma]

Expect slow going on SR 16 WB approaching the Purdy/Key Center exit today. We're out doing some emergency guardrail repairs. The work has to be done ASAP for safety, otherwise we would wait for a time with lower traffic volumes. Real time travel info at https://t.co/HUGa1WTJfY

[WSDOT Tacoma @wsdot_tacoma]

Commute from Tacoma to Gig Harbor?
We've got some upcoming joint repairs that will close two lanes across the 1950 Tacoma Narrows Bridge. Details on Sturdy Gertie's ailments, what’s in the works, and how to avoid the biggest backups are in our latest blog. https://t.co/M55V7ZPNOM

[Pierce Transit @PierceTransit]

There are four more chances to talk about the proposed ballot measure before election day. Pick the day & option that works best for you: https://t.co/0tPeONGgaw

[Tacoma News Tribune @thenewstribune]

Emergency repairs on Tacoma Narrows Bridge planned this weekend. Expect delays https://t.co/tAzGxTxnIu

[Mike Griffus @PierCEOTransit]

I'm proud of the nine new drivers and one maintenance employee who completed training earlier this week, and are ready to start the next phase of their new career at @PierceTransit.

[The ORCA Card @TheORCACard]

Fall vibes are finally here across Puget Sound! Check out some of our favorite fall spots you can get to by riding with an ORCA transit partner.

Remember, your ORCA card works across seven different transit agencies on buses, trains, ferries, and more.

🍂 Reply below, what's your favorite fall spot?

[Pierce Transit @PierceTransit]

We have 4 more info sessions for you to learn more about Prop 1 in October: https://t.co/0tPeONGgaw