Light rail is part of the new I-5 bridge plan, but who should foot the bill for keeping it running?
As the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program advances, light rail remains a key element—despite ongoing debate in Southwest Washington. Project administrator Greg Johnson says light rail is moving forward with or without C-TRAN funding, but questions remain about who will cover the cost of operations and maintenance. With no final numbers released yet and public opposition still strong in parts of Clark County, should local taxpayers be on the hook? Share your opinion in this week’s poll.
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Interstate Bridge Replacement Program moving forward with plans for light rail
IBR officials updated the C-TRAN Board on Tuesday with light rail plans, as Greg Johnson confirmed direction from both states’ leadership to proceed despite unresolved fu...
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- Goodbye, bumpy ride on I-5 in Vancouver
Three coordinated WSDOT projects will improve more than 6 miles of I-5 in Clark County, backed by a $25 million investment. - Nighttime work on I-5 between Ridgefield and Woodland will replace damaged concrete panels Sept. 14-19
Granite Construction will close right and center lanes nightly on I-5 between mileposts 9.5 and 21.5 through Sept. 19. - County seeks volunteers to serve on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
Clark County seeks two volunteers, including one youth member, for its Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee; deadline is Oct. 11, 2026. - Washington Rep. John Ley warns ballooning bridge budget needs reality check
Rep. John Ley says the IBR ballooned from a $44M contract to a $13B–$15B project, with phase one still $2.2B short. - POLL: The IBR project is described as only 30% designed and 30% funded after more than six years of work. How confident are you in the current management of the IBR program?
IBR’s cost has climbed from $3.2–$4.8B to $15.2B while the project remains 30% designed and 30% funded.
