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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.

Coast Guard approves fixed-span design for new Interstate Bridge

ClarkCountyToday.com — Sat, 17 Jan 2026 00:09:39 +0000

The U.S. Coast Guard has approved a fixed-span design for the new Interstate Bridge, clearing a major hurdle for the Interstate Bridge Replacement project.

VIDEO: WA and OR lawmakers irked as update on I-5 Bridge costs still missing

ClarkCountyToday.com — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 21:18:33 +0000

Washington and Oregon lawmakers expressed frustration after planners failed to provide updated cost estimates for the I-5 Bridge replacement during a recent legislative oversight meeting.

Opinion: Atmospheric River events mean even less clearance for vessels crossing under the proposed Interstate Bridge Plan

ClarkCountyToday.com — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 20:53:48 +0000

Neighbors for a Better Crossing argues that high river levels from atmospheric river events further reduce vessel clearance under the proposed Interstate Bridge design, creating long-term navigation risks on the Columbia River.

Opinion: IBR still holding and lying about coming billions in cost overruns

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 22:17:24 +0000

Joe Cortright argues that Interstate Bridge Replacement officials are deliberately delaying the release of an updated cost estimate that he says could push the project toward $10 billion.

Opinion: IBR administrator receives generous Christmas gift on his way out the door

Ken Vance, Editor — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 03:12:18 +0000

Ken Vance argues that IBR leadership avoided accountability on rising project costs as Administrator Greg Johnson announced his departure without providing updated estimates.

Rep. John Ley issues statement after I-5 Bridge replacement meeting yields few answers

ClarkCountyToday.com — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 23:47:03 +0000

Rep. John Ley criticized the IBR Program for failing to provide updated cost estimates or key design decisions following a recent legislative oversight committee meeting.

Opinion: Why you can’t bribe your way to a low fixed span bridge

ClarkCountyToday.com — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 01:05:43 +0000

Joe Cortright argues that the Coast Guard is unlikely to approve the IBR’s proposed 116-foot fixed span, citing longstanding navigation requirements and past conflicts over river clearance.

Agreements reached with four river users identified as impacted by proposed I-5 Bridge replacement

ClarkCountyToday.com — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:03:11 +0000

Oregon and Washington officials signed agreements with four river users to support a proposed 116-foot fixed-span I-5 Bridge replacement submitted for Coast Guard review.

I-5 Bridge replacement slogs through permitting as costs rise

ClarkCountyToday.com — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 20:11:22 +0000

The I-5 Bridge replacement could cost $10 billion as delays push final environmental review to 2026, leaving lawmakers frustrated over rising costs and uncertain timelines.