All six ferries are out of operation for a quarter of the year since 2019 and the upgrades could extend lifespan of ships by a decade.
The form hopes to be open as early as Dec. 31, 2023 and applies to the 2024-25 school year.
The annual closure of the highway comes late this year ahead of a predicted winter storm.
The Greenways 5 Levy passed in a two-thirds majority in the election earlier this month.
The positions are volunteer-based and last between two and four years.
While numbers are a little down compared to 2022, the count is not over before holiday travel kicks into gear.
The group held an informal election electing 15 representatives and is looking for public input from anyone affected by the change.
The total cost of deer collisions in Washington totals $187 million in damages and other costs per year according to WDFW.
Joshua Staton is wanted for multiple counts of child sexual assault in addition to providing alcohol to minors.
Snow is possible with the upcoming cold and wet weather, but no promises.