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Opinion: Hope for those of us looking for common sense on I-5 Bridge replacement project
Opinion

Opinion: Hope for those of us looking for common sense on I-5 Bridge replacement project

Ken Vance discusses growing opposition to the $7. 5 billion I-5 Bridge replacement project, highlighting concerns over tolling, traffic congestion, and funding priorities.

Jan 30, 2025

Construction begins on county roads to improve access for pedestrians
Transportation

Construction begins on county roads to improve access for pedestrians

Clark County Public Works is upgrading pedestrian facilities on county roads, improving sidewalk curb ramps, signals, and accessibility features for enhanced mobility and safety.

Jan 23, 2025

Northbound Interstate Bridge will have overnight lane closures, Thursday, Jan. 23
Transportation

Northbound Interstate Bridge will have overnight lane closures, Thursday, Jan. 23

Two northbound lanes of the Interstate Bridge will close overnight on Thursday, Jan. 23, for maintenance, with multiple bridge lifts stopping all northbound traffic.

Jan 23, 2025

Rep. John Ley files legislation to prevent tolling on the I-5 Bridge Replacement Project
Politics

Rep. John Ley files legislation to prevent tolling on the I-5 Bridge Replacement Project

Rep. John Ley introduces House Bill 1559 to block tolling on the I-5 Bridge Replacement, citing financial burdens for Southwest Washington commuters.

Jan 23, 2025

Letter: Lid greenwashing
Opinion

Letter: Lid greenwashing

Bob Ortblad critiques the $60M lid plan over I-5 in Vancouver, questioning its cost-effectiveness and impact.

Jan 23, 2025

County Councilor Michelle Belkot presses for C-TRAN board/public discussion on light rail funding
Transportation

County Councilor Michelle Belkot presses for C-TRAN board/public discussion on light rail funding

Clark County Councilor Michelle Belkot joins C-TRAN board members in opposing Southwest Washington taxpayers funding TriMet’s light rail extension into Vancouver.

Jan 21, 2025

Camas City Council member joins opposition to funding for light rail extension operations and maintenance
Transportation

Camas City Council member joins opposition to funding for light rail extension operations and maintenance

Camas City Council opposes costly light rail funding for TriMet Yellow Line extension, citing limited benefits for taxpayers in Southwest Washington.

Jan 11, 2025

TriMet’s $21.8 million demand for light rail subsidies continues to be questioned
Transportation

TriMet’s $21.8 million demand for light rail subsidies continues to be questioned

Debate heats up over TriMet’s $21. 8M light rail subsidy request for Vancouver.

Jan 7, 2025

Safer pedestrian crossing coming to SR 503 near Prairie High School in Vancouver
Transportation

Safer pedestrian crossing coming to SR 503 near Prairie High School in Vancouver

New HAWK signal boosts safety for pedestrians crossing SR 503 near Prairie High School in Vancouver.

Jan 3, 2025

Should Washington Taxpayers Shoulder 45% of Light Rail Costs? Share Your Thoughts!
Opinion

Should Washington Taxpayers Shoulder 45% of Light Rail Costs? Share Your Thoughts!

Debate intensifies over Washington taxpayers funding 45% of light rail costs.

Jan 2, 2025

Emergency pavement repairs on SR 14 West Camas Slough Bridge begin Jan. 7
Transportation

Emergency pavement repairs on SR 14 West Camas Slough Bridge begin Jan. 7

Emergency pavement repairs on the aging SR 14 West Camas Slough Bridge begin Jan. 7 after heavy rainfall worsened existing damage.

Jan 2, 2025

Opinion: How speed limits are set
Opinion

Opinion: How speed limits are set

Doug Dahl of The Wise Drive explains how speed limits are determined and their role in traffic safety.

Jan 2, 2025

Opinion: TriMet should receive the Golden Fleece Award
Opinion

Opinion: TriMet should receive the Golden Fleece Award

John Ley critiques TriMet’s funding demands for the IBR, calling it a taxpayer fleecing.

Dec 31, 2024

Opinion: Extending the Yellow MAX Line to Vancouver Is TriMet’s worst idea yet
Opinion

Opinion: Extending the Yellow MAX Line to Vancouver Is TriMet’s worst idea yet

John A. Charles Jr. critiques the Yellow MAX Line extension, urging legislators to remove light rail from the project.

Dec 23, 2024

How Should Washington Taxpayers Handle TriMet’s Proposed Light Rail Costs? Share Your Thoughts!
Opinion

How Should Washington Taxpayers Handle TriMet’s Proposed Light Rail Costs? Share Your Thoughts!

C-TRAN Board reviews TriMet’s proposal for Washington taxpayers to fund 45% of light rail operating costs, sparking local debate.

Dec 20, 2024

Public invited to Online Open House Safe Streets and Roads for All Safety Action Plan
Transportation

Public invited to Online Open House Safe Streets and Roads for All Safety Action Plan

RTC launches an online open house to gather community input for improving transportation safety across Clark County.

Dec 18, 2024

Light rail cost and tax increase revelations cause significant concerns for C-TRAN Board
Transportation

Light rail cost and tax increase revelations cause significant concerns for C-TRAN Board

C-TRAN Board raises concerns over TriMet’s demand for Washington taxpayers to cover $7 million in annual light rail costs for the IBR program.

Dec 17, 2024

Work on SR 500 pedestrian overcrossing in Vancouver freezes for winter
Transportation

Work on SR 500 pedestrian overcrossing in Vancouver freezes for winter

Work on SR 500 pedestrian overcrossing in Vancouver pauses for winter; access closed until spring with free shuttle available.

Dec 16, 2024