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6/20/2004
In a report released today, the Washington Public Interest Research Group (WashPIRG) called on Washington's gubernatorial candidates to tell voters how each plans to solve the state's transportation problems. The report, entitled "Breaking the Political Gridlock," shows that Washington residents' health and safety continue to be threatened by pollution from vehicles and inattention to crumbling infrastructure, like the Alaskan Way Viaduct.
11/17/2004
SEATTLE—In a report released today, the Washington Public Interest Research Group (WashPIRG) concludes that transit connections and pedestrian infrastructure along the Seattle waterfront fail to adequately serve walk-on ferry passengers, and that redevelopment plans should encourage ferry travel without cars. The report, entitled “Stranded at the Dock?” shows how Seattle can better integrate passenger-only ferry service into the regional transportation network.

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