Marin Transit General Manager Announces Retirement After Decades of Service

Marin Transit today announced the retirement of General Manager Nancy Whelan, who has served the agency for more than 11 years and dedicated over 45 years to public transportation.

“Serving in this position has been a great honor, and I’m extremely proud of what Marin Transit has accomplished during my tenure,” said Nancy Whelan.  “While we’ve faced many challenges over the past 11 years, especially in supporting our customers and the community during the COVID pandemic, we’ve also made historic progress towards a greener and more connected future.  I am especially proud of the focus our board has placed on providing services to everyone in Marin - youth, older adults and individuals with disabilities.” 

“There is still far more to be done but I have full faith that our talented and highly motivated staff and leadership, working alongside our Marin County and state partners, will shepherd the agency into a successful new chapter.”

Under Nancy Whelan’s leadership, Marin Transit achieved significant milestones, including:

• Introducing battery-electric buses in 2018
• Acquiring its first property for fleet maintenance, enabling a zero-emission transition by 2040
• Expanding mobility services for older adults and people with disabilities through Marin Access services
• Developing the Marin Access Operations Facility at 3000 Kerner Boulevard
• Surpassing pre-pandemic ridership by 10% in 2025

Nancy Whelan’s contributions were recognized with the WTS Lifetime Achievement Award, honoring her commitment to sustainable and equitable transit.

“Nancy’s leadership has shaped Marin Transit into a model of innovation and community focused transit service. Her dedication to expanding access, improving rider experience, fostering strong partnerships, and mentoring the next generation of transit professionals has left a lasting impact on transit in Marin County. We are deeply grateful for her years of service and wish her all the best in retirement." said Eric Lucan, President of the Marin Transit Board of Directors

“Nancy has been a tireless champion for inclusive and cost-effective public transportation services,” said Stephanie Moulton Peters, Vice Chair of the Metropolitan Transportation Commission and member of the Marin Transit Board of Directors. “She is widely respected as a visionary transit leader, pragmatic problem-solver, and a valued and trusted colleague and mentor throughout the Bay Area and beyond; her expertise and dedication will be truly missed.”

Nancy Whelan will retire as Marin Transit’s General Manager effective December 31, 2025.