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C-TRAN board asks IBR to bring light rail to Library Square, with no protection for taxpayers

Paul Valencia — Wed, 13 May 2026 18:16:37 +0000

C-TRAN's board rejected 7-2 an amendment shielding taxpayers from extra costs tied to a light rail extension that could approach $1 billion.

IBR briefs C-TRAN with new numbers, including the rise in projected toll funding

Paul Valencia — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:53:17 +0000

IBR officials increase projected toll funding from $1.25 billion to $1.5 billion for bridge replacement project.

Vancouver mayor counters IBR’s proposal for the only light rail stop to be at the waterfront

Paul Valencia — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 21:17:42 +0000

Vancouver's mayor wants light rail extended beyond the waterfront to connect with C-TRAN buses at Library Square.

C-TRAN board increases salary for CEO Leann Caver

Paul Valencia — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 23:17:15 +0000

C-TRAN CEO Leann Caver received a 2.5 percent raise as the board recognized her leadership and celebrated rising ridership numbers after years of recovery.

C-TRAN: Light rail funding addressed again; changes are coming to C-TRAN board composition

Paul Valencia — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:32:54 +0000

C-TRAN approved new language tied to the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program that shields smaller cities from light rail operating costs while shifting potential financial responsibility toward Vancouver and the urban growth area.

Board authorizes C-TRAN to sign off on Interstate Bridge Replacement Program’s SEIS

ClarkCountyToday.com — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 19:12:21 +0000

The C-TRAN Board approved the Final SEIS for the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program, with Camas and Washougal opposing the vote over light rail cost concerns.

C-TRAN Board makes thought-provoking choice for vice chair, voting Wil Fuentes

Paul Valencia — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:01:34 +0000

The C-TRAN Board of Directors voted Wil Fuentes as vice chair for 2026, a move questioned by former board member Michelle Belkot amid ongoing litigation over her removal.

Update: Belkot’s legal team submits sheriff’s report to its case against Clark County Council

Paul Valencia — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:19:15 +0000

Michelle Belkot’s legal challenge against the Clark County Council advanced after a sheriff’s report alleging rule violations was accepted into evidence.

Composition committee comes up with compromise for C-TRAN Board of Directors

ClarkCountyToday.com — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 18:41:21 +0000

A committee approved a 4-3-2 board structure with conditions on light rail funding and district representation amid concerns about legality and small city influence.

Interstate Bridge Replacement team gives update to C-TRAN on costs associated with light rail

Paul Valencia — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 20:23:35 +0000

C-TRAN board members heard that light rail service projections and costs are being cut in half, raising questions about funding and ridership demand.