Washington State Ferries will host two virtual public meetings later this month to give updates on the ferry system and to get input from ferry travelers.

The meetings will take place at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 25, and 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 26.

“We learn so much from our community engagement efforts,” said Patty Rubstello, head of Washington State Ferries.

“I’m excited that we’re able to offer our spring community meetings virtually this year and hope that even more people are able to join in the conversation,” Rubstello added.

WSF staff will give a brief presentation on service updates, proposed tariff changes and the agency’s continued response to COVID-19. 

Participants in the online meetings will be able to ask questions and provide comments. Members of the public can participate in the meeting from a laptop, desktop or mobile device, but advanced registration is required to participate.

Both meetings will cover the same material, according to WSF.

People interested in participating in the virtual meetings can register online for the morning meeting Tuesday, May 25 at bit.ly/WSFSpringMeeting1, or sign up online for the evening meeting Wednesday, May 26, at bit.ly/WSFSpringMeeting2. 

Participants must provide a name and valid email address and have access to a computer or mobile device with an internet connection.

Once registered, participants will receive an email with detailed instructions on how to join the meeting.

The day after the meetings, a recording will be available online on the WSF webpage for anyone unable to participate.

WSF said the public meetings are being held in coordination with the Ferry Advisory Committees. WSF will also hold a special meeting for members of all 13 committees at 4 p.m. Thursday, May 27, to discuss their role in advising WSF on customer service and schedules. Members of the public are invited to attend and can register by going to bit.ly/SpringFACMeeting2021.