Episode

Sound Transit is selling parking peace of mind for $6 a day

Podcast: Seattle Now
Published: May 13, 2026
Duration seconds: 842
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Summary

Sound Transit’s park and ride garages are popular, especially during the morning rush. Many reach at least 90% capacity every weekday. Now the agency is trying to control the rush by implementing paid parking for some garages, with plans to expand. Seattle Times Transportation Reporter Nick DeShais will tell us more about Sound Transit’s plans, and what this says about our light rail system.