How to Ride the Bus Videos

Check out the “How to Ride the Bus Videos” on our website. Click on the “More” tab at the top of the page, then select “How to Ride“. You’ll find eight (8) featured YouTube videos created at RiverCities Transit with the assistance of the Cowlitz Wahkiakum Council of Governments. The topics are:

  1. How to plan your trip
  2. How to make a connection
  3. How to read a bus schedule
  4. How to ride the bus
  5. How to pay a fare
  6. How to cross the street
  7. How to use the bike rack
  8. How to use a flag stop

2024 WSDOT Wall of Fame Honoree

Congratulations to Transit Operator Dennis Thomsen, honoree for 2024 on the WSDOT Wall of Fame!
Dennis came on board at RiverCities Transit just over five years ago and immediately impressed everyone with his eagerness to be of service. The coworker nominating him stated, “Dennis seems to always put forward a positive attitude, is happy to help and to assist whenever needed.”

Dennis demonstrates consistent reliability, excellent driving performance, and exceptional customer service skills, which led to him becoming one of our route trainers. His concern for others is truly praiseworthy. For example, his manager recently noticed Dennis walking around to the street side of our transit center building just to make sure a customer knew his bus was about to leave. As Dennis himself says, “Any day you can make someone smile is a good day!”

RiverCities Transit appreciates Dennis’ commitment to positivity and professionalism and takes great pride in honoring him on the 2024 Wall of Fame.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 7.10.24

COWLITZ TRANSIT AUTHORITY

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, in accordance with RCW Chapter 42.30, that the Cowlitz Transit Authority will
hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. in the Longview City Hall Council
Chambers, 1525 Broadway St., Longview, Washington and by virtual Zoom Webinar.

The purpose of the hearing is to receive any comments concerning the adoption of the Transit
Development Plan 2024-2029 and 2023 Annual Report for RiverCities Transit.
The City Hall is accessible for persons with disabilities. Please let us know forty-eight (48)
hours in advance if you will need any special accommodations to attend the meeting.

Any person interested may attend and be heard on said matter via a moderator. For information about
Zoom accessibility, please contact the Clerk of the Board’s Office at (360) 442-5664.

Zoom meeting link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89844443333


Dial any of the following numbers:
1 253 215 8782
1 346 248 7799
1 408 638 0968
1 669 900 6833
1 301 715 8592
1 312 626 6799
1 646 876 9923
Webinar ID: 898 4444 3333
No Registration Required

Learn about the future of RiverCities Transit service to Lexington

So, what is Route 411? RiverCities Transit staff will present information about Route 411 – service between Lexington and Longview – next Tuesday evening, November 7, at the Lexington Elementary PTO meeting starting at 6:00p.
If you live in Lexington or Beacon Hill and need a ride to/from the meeting, please call 360-442-5667 before 5:00p on Monday, and we’ll arrange a ride for you.

Request for Qualifications to Provide Legal Counsel Services

The Cowlitz Transit Authority solicits interest from attorneys and/or law firms located in Cowlitz County interested in contracting for routine legal services, advice, interpretations, and risk management.

Proposals: The below document contains the full RFQ:

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Information

The Cowlitz Transit Authority in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), commits to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability, in all of its programs and activities. This material can be made available in an alternate format by emailing Jim Seeks at [email protected] or by calling 360-442-5663. 

Title VI Statement

The Cowlitz Transit Authority, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award.”

Extra Harvest Classic Run Service

To support remote parking on Saturday, October 7 for the 2023 Harvest Classic Walk/Run, RiverCities Transit will operate 3 extra trips on Route 32 at 7:00, 7:30, and 9:30AM in addition to regular hourly service starting at 8:00. Runners, volunteers and spectators parking in the 12th Ave & Florida area can board Route 32 at the Transit Center and disembark at 7th Ave and New York St, two blocks from LifeWorks.

Regular fares will be charged ($1 for adults, $0.50 seniors/persons with disabilities), but youth 18 & under can ride free with a Youth pass, state or school ID, or showing your middle/high school running gear, if competing.

Catch Route 32 at the same stop to return to the Transit Center. Your transfer ticket or pass will cover the fare.