# Everett and Community Transit merger proposal

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/everett-and-community-transit-merger-proposal
> Updated: 2026-08-19T19:20:00.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

The City of Everett and Community Transit are exploring a potential merger of their transit networks. The proposal involves Community Transit absorbing Everett Transit, which would cause the latter to cease operations.

Proponents suggest the consolidation could increase operational efficiency, expand bus service frequency, and add up to five new routes within the city. However, the merger would likely result in a sales tax increase for Everett residents, raising the rate from 0.6% to 1.2%. Concerns have been raised by opponents, including the Everett Transit drivers’ union, regarding the increased tax burden and the potential loss of local control.

Following a public open house to gather feedback, the Community Transit board of directors and the Everett City Council are expected to consider voting on an interlocal agreement as early as October. A draft consolidation plan is anticipated to be released to the public in September.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-19: Everett and Community Transit discuss potential agency merger

Everett officials and Community Transit are discussing a potential merger that could expand local bus services but increase sales taxes. Community Transit is also celebrating its 50th anniversary.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/everett-and-community-transit-discuss-potential-agency-merger

### 2026-08-12: Everett and Community Transit to host open house regarding potential merger

Everett and Community Transit will host an open house to discuss a potential merger that could expand bus services but would double the local sales tax from 0.6% to 1.2%.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/everett-and-community-transit-to-host-open-house-regarding-potential-merger

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