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	Washington State Ferries - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Washington state maintains the largest fleet of passenger and auto ferries in the United States and the third largest in the world.
		Washington State Ferry Nisqually with Orcas Island in the background.
		As the largest fleet in operation in the United States, the Washington state system is substantial enough to have generated significant political issues, labor activism, and even its own minor subculture, as exemplified by this humorous poem penned by a long-time employee:
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Washington_State_Ferries (694 words)

	News
		WSF is in various stages of implementing those recommendations that focus on elements of improved risk reduction and emergency response.
		WSF has made on-time performance a fleet priority, but we are just beginning to get the necessary technology in place to capture and analyze this data in the same fashion as schedule completion.
		And ferry transportation is as vital now as it was 100 years ago when the mosquito fleet first plied the waters of Washington state.
	www.baycrossings.com /Archives/2000/07_August/news.htm (1846 words)

	Highway bill includes boost for Washington State Ferries
		WASHINGTON -- The $318 billion highway bill the Senate approved Thursday could triple the amount of federal money for Washington state's ferry system, accelerating plans to modernize terminals and update an aging fleet.
		Although the actual dollars would be determined by a formula, Washington State Ferries authorities believe the system will attract a large portion of the money because it is the biggest in the country, carrying 26 million passengers a year.
		Washington State Ferries plans to use the money to improve terminals in Port Townsend and at Whidbey Island's Keystone Harbor, part of a $74 million project that also will retire older, inefficient ferryboats, Patterson said.
	seattlepi.nwsource.com /transportation/160678_ferry14.html (487 words)

	Stories about Washington State Ferries
		Washington State Ferries used the temporary slip at the Friday Harbor terminal Monday because of an electrical problem with the new permanent slip.
		WSF is retrofitting large ferries - the Kaleetan, the Walla Walla, the Yakima, the Hyak and the Spokane - with elevators.
		WSF officials say the schedule changes were made to affect the fewest possible number of riders, leave no one without a transportation alternative and ultimately ensure a viable ferry system, by freeing up money to invest in much needed capital projects.
	www.sanjuanislander.com /ferries.shtml (5600 words)

	Whittling Down Washington State Ferries Or, How to Stop Flushing Taxpayers' Dollars into the Sound
		WSF is also rife with internal subsidies (from one ferry user to another), despite the fact that fare collection permits equitable, "pay-as-you-go" pricing in a way that current highway user fees do not.
		WSF defenders justify the system's overall 30-plus percent rider subsidy (which does not include the additional subsidy of vessel or terminal capital costs) by proclaiming that the ferry system is transit.
		State law, in fact, declares that WSF is "a public mass transportation system." The attitude among ferry planners seems to be, "Hey, let's call it transit; that way we're supposed to be inefficient." Of course, the failures of transit ought to be eliminated, not emulated.
	www.effwa.org /highlighters/v08_n5.php (1654 words)

	Washington State Ferries (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		For good reason, too – Washington’s coastal topography presents challenges to its transportation network not found in other states, and accessibility to this region would be more difficult and costly without this marine highway service.
		For commuters and commercial users, riding the ferries is the shortest and most economical distance between two points, so getting to and from work is a breeze.
		Washington State Ferries’ two largest vessels, built in 1972, accommodate 2,000 passengers and 206 cars.
	www.permatron.com /PressRel/ferry.htm (603 words)

	PB Network \| Issue 39 \| Washington State Ferries Maintenance Mangement System: An Extraordinary Challenge
		The WSF implementation team members must remind themselves of this philosophy continually when dealing with the complex interactions required to integrate several vessels and land-based terminals with a single maintenance management system database structure.
		Washington State Ferries (WSF) operates the largest ferry vessel fleet in the U.S. Twenty-five vessels cross the Puget Sound and its inland waterways continually.
		WSF wanted to replace the existing manual methods and procedures that their engineers and managers used to plan, execute, monitor and record their maintenance activities.
	www.pbworld.com /news_events/publications/network/issue_39/39_22_ThompsonR_WashingtonStateFerries.asp (1075 words)

	\| Puget Sound Clean Air Agency \| News (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Washington State Ferry news release reposted from a page on their Web site.
		Created on June 1, 1951, Washington State Ferries (WSF) is the largest ferry system in the United States and the largest ferry system in the world based on vehicles carried annually (11+ million).
		WSF has a fleet of 28 vessels and operates 20 terminals throughout Puget Sound, from Point Defiance in the south, to Sidney, B.C., in the north.
	www.pscleanair.org /news/2004/05_21_ferry_fuel.shtml (262 words)

	Washington State Ferries a leader in reducing diesel emissions
		Washington State Ferries will soon shift the entire ferry fleet to low-sulfur diesel fuel, test ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel, and test biodiesel fuel—all steps that will improve air quality by reducing the amount of harmful substances in the ferries’ diesel fuel exhaust.
		The “clean-fuel initiatives” were unveiled at a press conference in May by Washington Governor Gary Locke, the Director of Washington State Ferries, EPA's Regional Administrator and officials from utility and air-quality agencies.
		The fact that the ferry system is ahead of the curve on this issue was emphasized by John Iani, EPA's Pacific Northwest Regional Administrator.
	yosemite.epa.gov /r10/homepage.nsf/0/CCBDE68B8A63030B88256EA6006261C8?OpenDocument (1113 words)

	USATODAY.com - FBI: Washington state ferries likely eyed for possible attack (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Law-enforcement officers, ferry workers and passengers have reported at least 157 suspicious incidents since Sept. 11, 2001, the date of terrorist attacks on the East Coast.
		The next day, the same man was seen with two companions in the van videotaping the ferry Puyallup as it was loaded and unloaded, the report said.
		Ferry security officials are discussing the findings by Buettner's students, said Scott Davis, the ferries' safety-systems manager, and they're re-evaluating rescue systems.
	www.usatoday.com /news/nation/2004-10-10-fbi-ferries_x.htm (684 words)

	FWGINC - Washington State Ferries Maintenance Management System (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Washington State Ferries (WSF) operates the largest ferry fleet in the United States.
		Because of the constant requirement to improve efficiency and provide the maximum return on taxpayer dollars, WSF is constantly updating their maintenance procedures and process from stem to stern.
		The mission and requirements are substantial due to the unique combinations of large geographic space between 20 passenger terminals and the constantly moving vessels, which serve the terminals.
	www.fwginc.com /cmmswsf.html (860 words)

	Access Washington- State News Release (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		SEATTLE -- After over two months of investigation, Washington State Ferries announced today that the grounding of the MV Sealth on Reid Rock near Friday Harbor on Christmas Eve was the result of "gross negligence" by the Chief Mate and Licensed Captain George Terek.
		The ferry system has given Terek a one-year suspension without pay and a permanent demotion to second mate upon his return to the system, effectively keeping him from ever piloting a Washington State Ferry in the future.
		The investigation was conducted by the Washington State Ferries' Port Captain's Office, gathering testimony from crewmember and customers as well as gathering data from the vessel's global positioning tracking system.
	access.wa.gov /news/2005/Mar/n200524_3714.aspx (437 words)

	U.S. Senator Patty Murray - More than $7.2 million for Access Control, Video Monitoring, Canine Training Facilities, & ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Ferries are a critical part of our state's transportation system, and I'm pleased that we're taking steps to keep them safe," Murray said.
		Murray believes that the federal government must be a full partner in ferry security and that the federal government cannot pass the costs onto the state ferry system, the Washington State Patrol, and Coast Guard.
		Murray made the announcement with local and state officials at the Colman Dock and at the Bremerton Ferry Terminal.
	murray.senate.gov /news.cfm?id=245800 (453 words)

	HistoryLink Essay: State Department of Transportation cuts ferry rates from 30 to 10 percent on July 4, 1947. (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		To protect the public, the ferry company was required to provide a dated receipt to each passenger, who would then receive a refund if the state felt that a 30 percent increase was too much.
		Noting that the number of ferries currently on the Seattle-Bremerton run were not cost-effective, the Department of Transportation directed the company to eliminate one vessel from the route.
		State government, which had scrambled to provide alternate transportation during the strike, did not want this to happen again.
	www.washington.historylink.org /output.cfm?file_id=5295 (945 words)

	HistoryLink Essay: Washington State Ferries begins operations on June 1, 1951.
		A small delegation representing most of the ports served by the ferries traveled throughout the day to a variety of small ceremonies in various cities, and at the grave of Chief Seattle (178?-1866) in Suquamish.
		Washington State Ferries offices took over the offices of the Black Ball Line, and even the phone number (3-2579) was unchanged.
		The state had recently bought out most of the fleet and operations from Captain Peabody after a years-long battle in which much of the public felt that the privately owned system constituted a monopoly.
	www.washington.historylink.org /output.cfm?file_id=5081 (501 words)

	Ferry Travel.com - Book all major European Ferries and many North American Ferry Crossings online.
		Ferry passengers travel between Canada and the US on passenger only ferries; passenger/vehicle ferries; on conventional ferries and on high speed catamaran ferries.
		Always make ferry reservations where possible: where they are not available, arrive at the appropriate ferry terminal well ahead of the sailing departure.
		Countries: Ferry to Norway Ferry to Denmark Ferry to England UK Ferry to Finland Ferry to France Ferry to Germany Ferry to Greece Ferry to Holland Ferry to Ireland Ferry to the Isle of Wight Ferry to Italy Ferry to Sardinia Ferry to Scotland Ferry to Sicily Ferry to Spain Ferry to Sweden
	www.ferrytravel.com (384 words)

	Transportation Resources Index Transit Agencies - Ferries – Washington State
		Washington State Ferries operates the largest ferry fleet in the United States.
		Washington State Ferries has become the largest ferry system in the United States and the third largest in the world.
		Ferry fares vary from run to run, and time of year.
	transit.metrokc.gov /tops/tri/tri-ta-wsf.html (239 words)

	Seattle Press on Line - Washington State Ferries
		The ferry system, which generally does not experience high volumes over Christmas or New Year's, will offer a holiday schedule for Wednesday, December 25, and Wednesday, January 1, 2003, on the Edmonds/Kingston route, the Seattle/Bainbridge route, the Point Defiance/Tahlequah route, the Mukilteo/Clinton route, and Seattle/Bremerton auto ferry route.
		WSF's other routes will operate on a regular weekday schedule with the exception of the Fauntleroy/Vashon/Southworth route.
		Washington State Ferries will cancel the following sailings on both Christmas Day and New Year's Day in order to provide more frequent sailings later in the day when customers need service.
	www.seattlepress.com /article-10006.html (306 words)

	NW Virtual Transit Center-Washington State Ferries (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Ferries, on the other hand cut the trip to 40 minutes (on Passenger-only routes) or an hour (on auto/passenger ferries).
		Washington State Ferries are run by the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), with funding provided through state transportation budgets and fares.
		Most ferry routes serve the Puget Sound Region, however, Washington State Ferries offer service to the San Juan Islands in the Strait of Juan de Fucia and on to Sidney, British Columbia across the Strait.
	www.nwvirtualtransit.com /seattle/stateferries.html (497 words)

	Pacific Northwest Travel Guide - Seattle Washington - Oregon - British Columbia
		Washington State is located in the Northwest Corner of the contiguous United states and Seattle, the largest city in Washington, is the transportation and commerce hub for the state.
		Washington State Ferries connects Seattle to cities and towns throughout Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands.
		Washington and northern Oregon State accommodations and Outdoor Advenure are the main theme of our site, however we try to provide links to many other things to do and services in the state.
	www.travelcascadia.com (328 words)

	Washington State Maps, Oregon State Maps, California State Maps
		Washington's most popular seaside destination, this 6,000-acre resort peninsula offers six miles of open sandy beaches, 23 miles of scenic fresh-water lakes and canals, and a myriad of activities and events.
		Vernon is centrally located near two of Washington state's most scenic recreational sites: the San Juan Islands to the west, and the North Cascades National Park and Mt. Baker National Forest to the east.
		Olympia´s Capitol Campus is the seat of Washington state government, and visitors are always welcome to tour the beautifully landscaped capitol grounds.
	www.wamaps.com /citymaps.asp (1492 words)

	Washington Bed and Breakfast Guild - Washington State Visitor & Tourist Information (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		First time visitors to Washington State are often amazed at the size and diversity of our beautiful state.
		Serving as the gateway to Western Washingtion, Sea Tac International Airport is the largest commercial airport in Washington State.
		This site will provide ferry schedules and rate information on all Washington State Ferries, as well as a link to all non state run ferries.
	www.wbbg.com /visitors/index.cfm (295 words)

	rosenblog.com: Washington State Ferries: The Good Wait (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Fauntleroy to Vashon Island, and then Southworth (assuming you live in West Seattle like we do, and want to enjoy a weekend day-trip on the West Sound); but on the way back, when your arrival time at the dock is often not nearly as well calibrated as at the day's start.
		I still remember a day trip by ferry a number of years ago from West Seattle with a visiting in-law from out of town, plus another in-law who lived in South Puget Sound, and that in-law's spouse, to nearby Vashon, the home of the famous bicycle tree once featured in Ripley's Believe It Or Not.
		I had one of those just yesterday, at the Southworth ferry dock in Kitsap County, on the way back from a great Father's Day outing with my family at Joemma Beach State Park, on Key Peninsula.
	www.rosenblog.com /2005/06/20/washington_state_ferries_the_good_wait.html (618 words)

	Vigilos
		SEATTLE, Washington, 17-August, 2004 -- Vigilos, the leading provider of Enterprise Security Management software for the physical security needs of large enterprises, announced today that the Washington State Ferries chose the Vigilos Enterprise Security Management software to manage security systems for its terminals and ferries.
		Since DHS grants provide capital but no operating funds, it's important for the ferry system to minimize the operating staff required, while instituting a high level of security.
		The ferry system relies on the Washington State Patrol as well as the Coast Guard for protective services, so the Vigilos software's ability to allow external entities to collaborate was a key consideration.
	www.vigilos.com /article_8172004.html (712 words)

	DogFriendly.com's Travel Guide: Washington State Ferries
		The Washington State Ferries is the nation's largest ferry system and the state's number one tourist attraction.
		If the ferry has indoor stairwells, dogs are only allowed on the deck where they boarded the ferry.
		Ferry prices for people and autos are determined by the route and peak times, but in general tickets for people can start under $10 round trip, and more for autos.
	www.dogfriendly.com /server/travel/uscities/guides/us/FOLDERwa/usonlinewa4646400wa.shtml (429 words)

	Stories about Washington State Ferries coupon books
		The adoptive families in Washington are residents of King and Snohomish Counties, and thus far, no other affected counties in Washington have been identified.
		In addition to Washington, adoptive families returned to four other states: Alaska, Florida, Maryland and New York, and at least six other children from two states (Maryland and Washington) have developed a febrile rash illness and are considered probable cases of measles.
		Specimens should be sent to the Washington State Department of Health Public Health Laboratories for rapid testing by contacting your local health department, NOT to a commercial reference laboratory.
	www.sanjuanislander.com /state/health/measles.shtml (706 words)

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