The proposed light rail extension into Vancouver has sparked a heated debate, with questions arising about Washington taxpayers’ responsibility for funding 45% of the annual operating and maintenance costs.
Some argue this cost-sharing is a fair contribution to an infrastructure project that promises regional benefits. Others contend that it places an undue financial burden on Washington residents for a project driven largely by Oregon’s transit needs.
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Opinion: TriMet should receive the Golden Fleece Award
John Ley critiques TriMet's funding demands for the IBR, calling it a taxpayer fleecing.
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- Opinion: An important reason to keep the I-5 freeway system toll-free
Sharon Nasset argues fuel tax sends 100% to transportation, while tolling sends only 60% of net funds. - Letter: Present bridge plan has been in the expensive and unworkable planning stage far too long with no real end in sight
Brush Prairie resident Bob Mattila argues the I-5 Bridge plan doubles costs by including light rail on the span. - POLL: Should C-TRAN taxpayers be protected from paying additional costs tied to extending light rail to Library Square?
C-TRAN’s board asked IBR to extend light rail to Library Square but voted down taxpayer cost protections. - Weekday, weeknight, and weekend lane closures continue on southbound I-5 in Vancouver May 14–18
Kerr Contractors Oregon LLC will close up to three southbound I-5 lanes between NE 179th St and the I-5/I-205 split through May 18. - Plan ahead for Memorial Day travel: Expect delays on Washington’s busiest routes
WSDOT’s holiday travel charts map peak congestion windows on I-5, I-90, US 2, and the Canada border crossing.
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