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New Bus Routes Start August 30, 2026
Changes are coming to certain Ben Franklin Transit (BFT) bus routes, with new options for passengers starting August 30, 2026. These changes reflect customer feedback and ridership analysis, as we work to ensure that transit routes are serving our community in the most effective way possible. New Routes in Pasco Newly-created Routes 60 and 61…
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Free Shuttle Service to Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo
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Fare Collection Grace Period Notice
During the month of July 2026, Ben Franklin Transit (BFT) offered Fare Free service to all riders in celebration of America 250. As we prepare to resume fare collection, BFT will implement a 10-day Fare Collection Grace Period, effective immediately and continuing through the end of service on Monday, August 10, 2026. This grace period…
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Art in the Park Shuttle
Ben Franklin Transit Offers Free Shuttle Service to Art in the Park (Richland, WA) Ben Franklin Transit (BFT) will offer free shuttle service to this weekend’s Art in the Park Festivalat Howard Amon Park in Richland. Shuttles run every 15 minutes from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Friday, July 24thand Saturday, July 25th. Catch…
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Transit Development Plan Released for Public Comment
30-Day Public Comment & Public Hearing Notice:2026-2032 Transit Development Plan Ben Franklin Transit will hold two open houses and a public hearing on its updated Transit Development Plan. The first virtual open house will take place on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, from 12 – 1 p.m. via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83882425786?pwd=HXxf1tFM1sMsuSZe7luhmxeBMG44Qf.1Meeting ID: 838 8242 5786Passcode: 025473One tap…
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BFT Art Bus Contest
Ben Franklin Transit 2026 Art Bus Contest Winners Reception On Monday, May 18, from 6–7 p.m. at the Three Rivers Transit Center, Ben Franklin Transit will host a reception honoring the winning artists of the BFT Art Bus Contest, along with their teachers and family members. The event celebrates the talented students and their creative…
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Memorial Day Service Notice
In observance of Memorial Day, Ben Franklin Transit will not operate on Monday, May 25. All BFT administrative offices and customer service locations will also be closed for the holiday. Regular transit service and office hours will resume on Tuesday, May 26. Ben Franklin Transit honors and remembers the brave men and women who served…
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NEW Wheat Line Shuttle
The Wheat Line is a new regional intercity bus service connecting the Tri-Cities to communities across Central and Eastern Washington, including Eltopia, Connell, Othello, Moses Lake, Ritzville, and Spokane. Operated as part of the Travel Washington network, this service provides two daily trips in each direction, offering a reliable and convenient travel option for commuters,…
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Ben Franklin Transit Board Names New Leadership
(Richland, WA) At a special board meeting this afternoon, the Ben Franklin Transit (BFT) Board of Directors met in executive session to discuss a personnel matter, specifically review of an investigation report and findings regarding complaints lodged against CEO Thomas Drotz. When they reconvened in open session, they voted unanimously to terminate his contract, without…
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BFT Board to Hold Special Meeting
The Ben Franklin Transit (BFT) Board of Directors will hold a Special Board Meeting on Thursday, April 9, at 4:30 p.m. in the BFT Boardroom located at 1000 Columbia Park Trail. They will enter into executive session to discuss a personnel matter, specifically review of an investigation report and findings under RCW 42.30.110(1)(g), then reconvene…