Vote Before Tolls – ClarkCountyToday.com

Opinion: ‘Vote Before Tolls’ Initiative gains momentum across Oregon

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 24 Jul 2025 22:53:29 +0000

With I-5 and I-205 tolling proposals still advancing, supporters of the Vote Before Tolls initiative say Oregon voters deserve the final say. IP-31 would require public votes before tolls take effect.

Poll: Are you willing to accept tolls as a way to help fund a project to replace the I-5 Bridge?

ClarkCountyToday.com — Fri, 15 Mar 2024 02:10:55 +0000

Are you willing to accept tolls as a way to help fund a project to replace the I-5 Bridge?

Oregon Gov Kotek kills I-5 & I-205 per mile tolling, but proposed I-5 Bridge tolls remain

ClarkCountyToday.com — Wed, 13 Mar 2024 04:39:06 +0000

In a major victory for Oregon residents, especially citizens of Clackamas County along the southern I-205 corridor, Governor Tina Kotek canceled one component of tolling for I-5 and I-205 in the state.

Transportation Commission subcommittee meets to plan for Interstate Bridge tolls

ClarkCountyToday.com — Tue, 27 Feb 2024 00:31:31 +0000

On Friday, a subcommittee of the Washington and Oregon Transportation Commissions (WSTC & OTC) met for the first time. The members’ mission is to discuss and begin the process for imposing tolls on the I-5 Bridge.

Tolling committee discusses traffic diversion, revenue sharing and TriMet

ClarkCountyToday.com — Fri, 02 Feb 2024 02:25:00 +0000

An Oregon Department of Transportation committee discussing the implementation of tolling on freeways and highways has been bogged down on defining traffic diversion, revenue sharing and transit issues.

Northern Connector to provide both a tunnel and a new bridge over the Willamette River

ClarkCountyToday.com — Sat, 23 Dec 2023 01:52:18 +0000

Area residents don’t understand why a third bridge and crossing hasn’t been under consideration, adding vehicle capacity to the region. It’s been over 40 years since a new transportation corridor was built – I-205 and the Glenn Jackson Bridge.

Transportation Commission considers $18 tolls for Puget Sound

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 00:59:06 +0000

The Washington State Transportation Commission is considering increasing toll prices on the I-405/SR-167 tolling facilities to an $18 maximum rate.

Paying more and getting less for transportation in Portland area

ClarkCountyToday.com — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 01:32:59 +0000

Transportation tolling plan sparks outrage as promised freeway lanes disappear, impacting traffic and affordability in the Portland area.

Tolling in Oregon still on target to charge for driving former freeways

ClarkCountyToday.com — Wed, 20 Sep 2023 03:22:18 +0000

Oregon's tolling plans face uncertainty as the state indefinitely pauses I-205 projects and grapples with a $3 billion funding gap, impacting commuters between Oregon and Washington.

ODOT officials want to delay major transportation projects due to $3 billion shortfall

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 23:37:03 +0000

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) announces delays and potential downsizing of three major transportation projects in the Portland area due to a funding shortfall of $3-4 billion, affecting commuters and raising concerns about the effectiveness of the proposed tolling system and its impact on travel times.