Transportation Commission approves fare increases, votes down super summer surcharge

The Washington State Transportation Commission met today in Seattle to vote on several new fare proposals for the ferry system.

The General Fare Increase of 2.5 percent for most of the ferry system was approved.

An additional 5.0 percent increase in fares for the San Juan Islands interisland route, resulting in a total 7.5 percent increase was approved.

A new 10 percent Summer Season Surcharge for vehicle and passenger single ticket purchases on all routes was not approved.