The Interstate Bridge Replacement project faces new uncertainty as officials revealed that only one firm is currently interested in managing the massive, multi-billion-dollar effort. With construction expected to take up to 15 years and projected costs ranging from $6.3 to $7 billion — and possibly more — some are questioning whether it’s wise to proceed without more detailed estimates or competitive bids. This week’s Clark County Today poll asks: Should the project be paused until more cost and bidding clarity is available?
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IBR only has single firm interested in managing the project to replace I-5 Bridge
Rep. John Ley reports on serious concerns with the I-5 Bridge replacement project, including limited contractor interest, rising tolls, and a 15-year timeline.
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Also read:
- Letter: C-TRAN makes a mess of Hazel Dell
Vancouver resident Bob Zak criticizes C-TRAN’s Vine bus system for low ridership and ongoing construction disruptions. - Opinion: Delaying light rail offers best hope for new bridge
Two Republican senators argue light rail should wait until Clark County voters approve funding for operations. - Opinion: Eight reasons the Interstate Bridge project shouldn’t – and can’t legally – move forward
City Observatory analyst identifies eight legal violations in the $15.5 billion Interstate Bridge project. - VIDEO: Rep. John Ley – I-5 Bridge replacement project is a ‘light rail project in search of a bridge’
Rep. John Ley criticizes IBR design that allocates 54% of bridge surface to transit while costs balloon to $14.4 billion. - Letter: IBR/Light rail and chronic homelessness
Vancouver resident Bob Zak criticizes city council’s light rail endorsement and calls for tougher homeless policies.
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