Shannon Affholter for Everett City Council 7 - New Leadership. New Energy. Shannon Affholter for Everett City Council 7
"Shannon realizes that providing transportation solutions are significant in connecting people to jobs, businesses to supplies, and families to services. He has the desire to develop partnerships with other agencies to ensure Everett's transportation system is effective."

Crystal Donner
CEO Perteet Engineering

Issues - Transportation

Transportation is a critical part of promoting economic development and quality of life. I plan to work toward expanding Everett Transit service throughout our community, making mass transit more convenient and accessible. Where appropriate, I also want to help Everett build on existing partnerships with regional transit agencies to improve vital linkages beyond our community - the new Community Transit "Swift" bus line from Everett to Shoreline is a good example of this.

Shannon having a discussion with Port of Everett Commissioner Troy McClelland, Everett Mayor Ray Stephanson, and Patty DeGroodt
Shannon talking with Port of Everett Commissioner Troy McClelland, Everett Mayor Ray Stephanson, and Patty DeGroodt about transportation and creating jobs in Everett
Without a doubt, Everett's economy depends on good transportation. It connects people to jobs, businesses to supply chains, and families to the services they rely upon. If we want to retain and attract businesses to Everett, we need to invest in our transportation system. To be sure, the recent completion of the 41st Street Interchange has improved traffic flows and will facilitate future investment along Everett's riverfront.

Looking ahead, I also want to make sure that upgrading our infrastructure remains a priority: replacing the Broadway Bridge and traffic lighting system throughout the city are both important steps in this direction. As a City Council member, I will work closely with other agencies in our region to ensure that Everett's transportation system is effective and viable for our citizens. By keeping our people and goods moving, we can ensure that the quality of life and economic development in Everett also continue moving in the right direction.


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