October 6, 2025
From: David Carr
Executive Director
Sunset Empire Transportation District 503-861-5399
Seaside, OR — Sunset Empire Transportation District (SETD) Executive Director David Carr announced today the launch of the District’s new Microtransit Pilot Program, now operating in the Seaside and Cannon Beach service area.
The pilot program supplements and improves upon the service currently provided by SETD Route 20. Unlike the fixed-route model, the Microtransit Pilot Program offers riders flexible, on-demand service. Riders can request a trip simply by calling SETD, and a vehicle will pick them up at or near their location and take them to their destination within the Route 20 service area.
“This service will specifically improve the current midday transit service gaps that Route 20 had,” explained Carr. “By making transit more convenient and accessible, we are expanding options for residents and visitors in the Seaside and Cannon Beach communities.”
The program leverages SETD’s existing Paratransit fleet to deliver service and is being implemented in partnership with Providence Health Services. Together, the organizations share a vision of creating healthier communities by improving access to care, services, and daily needs through reliable transportation.
The SETD Microtransit Pilot Program is free to participants and will be available through December 31, 2025.
To access the Microtransit Pilot Program and request a ride call 503-861-7433 #2. For more information contact SETD Mobility Manager, Jason Jones at 503-861-5361 or at [email protected]