New Vashon-Maury Island Community Van Coordinator brings experience and passion to help islanders reach their destinations

Lilie Corroon may be a relative newcomer to Vashon Island, but she’s an expert in connecting people to the services they need.

That’s why she is passionate about her new position as Coordinator of the Vashon-Maury Island Community Van program!

The Vashon Community Van gives residents a way to reach any part of the island without taking their cars. The reservation-based rideshare program – which has been available on the island for five years – was developed to provide alternative travel options and help fill transportation gaps.

When bus service on Vashon was suspended at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Community Van served as a vital connection for many on the island. Metro routes 118 and 119 have since resumed service, but Lilie knows islanders have transportation needs that go beyond that service.

“Vashon deserves accessible public transportation on and off the island just as any other community,” she says. “This service provides residents the opportunity and freedom to travel, explore, enjoy, and participate in appointments and events near and far.”

“I’m eager to hit the ground running and learn how to better serve the Vashon community with this great program. I look forward to working with you all!”

More about Lilie

Lilie has experience working in the public sector for local politics in Los Angeles and nonprofits focused on homelessness and housing for families. She worked previously as the field deputy for downtown Los Angeles. In this role, she served as liaison between the politician representing the district and the community members it served.

She is a native of Los Angeles and went to school in Tacoma. She and her husband – who also works for King County, as part of the Department of Natural Resources and Parks – had a baby only a year ago (congratulations!). When taking a break from helping connect residents, Lilie loves taking her dogs on hikes, kayaking in the Sound, and playing table tennis.

How the Vashon Community Van works

The Vashon-Maury Island Community Van is a reservation-based rideshare service, available 24 hours a day, seven days per week. Riders with off-island trip needs and those requiring an accessible vehicle are invited to request additional accommodation at the time of their reservation request.

  • Community members travel together to local destinations during the day, evening, or weekend.
  • Group trips and stops are preplanned (at least two weeks in advance) by a Community Transportation Coordinator.
  • Riders contact their Community Transportation Coordinator to join pre-scheduled Community Van trips.
  • Each trip must have at least two passengers in addition to the volunteer driver.
  • Riders can request a new trip by submitting an online form or contacting the Community Transportation Coordinator.
  • Riders can also suggest a trip they know will be popular with their friends and neighbors.
  • Accessible Community Vans are available on request. Tell the Community Transportation Coordinator about your needs before your trip.

Each rider pays a standard Metro fare. That’s $2.75 for a regular adult.

  • Use the Transit Go Ticket app on your phone
  • Use your ORCA Card
  • Use King County Metro Paper Tickets

To find out how to schedule a trip, contact Lilie Corroon by phone at (206) 773-7003 or by email at VashonVan@kingcounty.gov. You may also visit the Vashon Community Van website at kingcounty.gov/VashonVan for a current trip schedule or submit a trip request form. Calls, emails and trip requests will be responded to within 24-48 hours, or next business day if received on weekends or holidays.

Safety

  • All drivers and passengers are required to wear face masks when riding in Community Vans as required by federal law. Should a passenger arrive without a mask, one will be provided.
  • Each van provides hand sanitizer, Lysol spray and disinfectant wipes. All vans have vinyl safety screens between the driver and passengers.
  • Vans are deep-cleaned after every use.

Volunteer drivers wanted

The Vashon Community Van needs volunteer drivers! You can support your neighbors and your community and help the environment by becoming one. You can choose which trips you drive and how many times you drive each week.

  1. Download, complete, sign, and email your Community Van Driver Application.
  2. Complete Driver Orientation
  3. Start Driving! Once you become an approved driver, you will be able to use the van.

For more information, contact Lilie Corroon by phone at (206) 773-7003 or by email at VashonVan@kingcounty.gov.