The 520 bridge in Seattle will be implementing tolls this spring for all motorists. The cost for crossing the bridge will fall between $1.50 and $4.30 depending on the time of day and the method by which motorists choose to pay. Certain vehicles will be exempt from the tolling. Such vehicles include Metro Transit, emergency, and towing vehicles when removing debris from an accident.
Individuals may also choose to use one of the 130 new bus trips added to the existing 600 trips across the bridge. Tolling is completely electronic and should speed up travel time on the 520. The purpose of this extra fee is to help pay for a newer, and safer, bridge in the near future. With tolling prior to bridge construction the city hopes to make a larger down payment on the project and avoid paying greater interest in the future.
Do you think that tolling will have an impact on low income individuals with disabilities?
Ryan Brown
Philanthropy Intern
Easter Seals Washington
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