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Opinion: What is the cost of a bridge?

ClarkCountyToday.com — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 17:52:57 +0000

John Ley argues the I-5 Bridge replacement’s soaring cost stems from costly extras like light rail, noting other states deliver larger, toll-free bridges for much less.

State Representatives McClintock and Ley answer questions at town hall in Battle Ground

Paul Valencia — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 01:10:41 +0000

Residents voiced rising concerns about property taxes, school funding debates, the impact of new income tax legislation, and major costs tied to the Interstate Bridge plan.

WA and OR scale back I-5 Bridge ambitions as cost balloons

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 03:13:58 +0000

A $14.4 billion price tag prompts Washington and Oregon leaders to delay portions of the I-5 bridge project and prioritize just the main spans.

The I-5 Bridge is vulnerable to collapse, but apparently not that vulnerable

Paul Valencia — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:33:53 +0000

State leaders and Vancouver’s mayor warn about bridge safety, but insist it’s safe enough for daily use as they focus on moving forward with a costly replacement including light rail—despite decades of public resistance.

Michelle Belkot announces bid for re-election to Clark County Council, District 2

ClarkCountyToday.com — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 23:49:37 +0000

Clark County Councilor Michelle Belkot announced she is seeking re-election in District 2 in the November 2026 General Election.

Opinion: ‘The drama and the waste of taxpayer money continues’

ClarkCountyToday.com — Sat, 17 Jan 2026 19:12:53 +0000

Rep. John Ley outlines his objections to the approved fixed-span I-5 Bridge design, citing cost concerns, engineering standards, funding uncertainty, and opposition to light rail and tolls.

Letter: A call for competent Interstate Bridge project management

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 01:28:56 +0000

Rick Vermeers argues that unchecked scope, rising costs, and missed timelines threaten the survival of the Interstate Bridge Replacement project unless light rail is removed.

Opinion: Is IBR administrator jumping off a sinking ship?

Ken Vance, Editor — Fri, 24 Oct 2025 23:31:53 +0000

Clark County Today Editor Ken Vance analyzes Greg Johnson’s departure from the I-5 Bridge Replacement Program, suggesting the move signals deeper trouble for the costly, long-delayed project.

POLL: Do you support a third Columbia River bridge without light rail or tolls?

ClarkCountyToday.com — Fri, 15 Aug 2025 07:30:08 +0000

Poll asks whether a toll-free, no–light rail East County Bridge should move forward as a practical alternative to the $7.5 billion I-5 Bridge replacement.

Letter: ‘The public has allowed this to happen’

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 04:02:24 +0000

Wynn Grcich calls on Vancouver residents to support Justin Forsman and Rob Anderson in local elections and urges more civic engagement to challenge current city leadership.