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# Just Crossing Alliance

Seeking Sustainable and Equitable Outcomes from the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program

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## Posts

- [Oregon lawmakers tee up $1 billion in bonds for new Interstate 5 bridge over 8 years](https://www.oregonlive.com/commuting/2023/06/oregon-lawmakers-tee-up-1-billion-in-bonds-for-new-interstate-5-bridge-over-8-years.html#new_tab) - Oregonian, 21 June 2023
- [Heading toward adjournment, Oregon state lawmakers approve funding for Interstate 5 bridge replacement](https://www.opb.org/article/2023/06/20/oregon-washington-interstate-5-i5-bridge-replacement-salem-politics-funding/#new_tab) - OPB, 21 June 2023
- [Oregon’s share of Interstate 5 Bridge replacement funding up for vote](https://www.columbian.com/news/2023/jun/20/oregons-share-of-interstate-5-bridge-replacement-funding-up-for-vote/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 20 June 2023
- [In Last-Minute Amendment, Oregon Lawmakers Propose $1 Billion For I-5 Bridge Replacement Project](https://www.portlandmercury.com/news/2023/06/19/46566305/in-last-minute-amendment-oregon-lawmakers-propose-1-billion-for-i-5-bridge-replacement-project#new_tab) - Portland Mercury, 19 June 2023
- [New I-5 bridge plans suggest precarious construction near dozens of homes in Vancouver](https://www.opb.org/article/2023/06/14/new-i-5-bridge-plans-suggest-precarious-construction-near-homes-vancouver/#new_tab) - OPB, 14 June 2023
- [The I-5 bridge project on the brink again](https://www.opb.org/article/2023/06/09/opb-politics-now-i-5-bridge-project-on-brink-again/#new_tab) - OPB, 9 June 2023
- [‘It seems so outrageous’: C-Tran board shocked at $21.8M per year light rail budget staff unveils at meeting](https://www.columbian.com/news/2024/dec/11/it-seems-so-outrageous-c-tran-board-shocked-at-21-8m-per-year-light-rail-budget-staff-unveils-at-meeting/) - The Columbian, 11 December 2024
- [Our Full Take on the SDEIS](https://justcrossing.org/2024/11/07/our-full-take-on-the-sdeis/) - A few weeks ago we shared our hot takes on the IBR SDEIS. Now, believe it or not, we've had the opportunity to take in all 12,500+ pages and we have organized thoughts in five theme areas: The need for more credible traffic modeling Maximizing the potential of active transportation and transit A need for
- [Independent Traffic Modeling Analysis - Garbage In, Garbage Out](https://justcrossing.org/2024/10/23/independent-traffic-modeling-analysis-garbage-in-garbage-out/) - Today the Just Crossing Alliance (JCA) released an independent assessment of IBR traffic modeling conducted by Norman Marshall, president of Smart Mobility. Mr. Marshall specializes in analyzing the relationships between the built environment and travel behavior and doing planning that coordinates multi-modal transportation with land use and community needs. A key finding of the report
- [Pacific Northwest’s Largest Highway Project Ever Is in Deep Denial](https://www.theurbanist.org/2024/10/22/pacific-northwests-largest-highway-project-ever-is-in-deep-denial/) - The Urbanist, 22 October 2024
- [New models give aerial view of Interstate Bridge replacement concepts](https://www.kgw.com/video/traffic/new-models-give-aerial-view-of-interstate-bridge-replacement-concepts/283-1e028414-ced9-4b5f-a72b-3b4c48cd477d#new_tab) - KGW, 14 October 2024
- [Hot Takes on the IBR Draft Supplemental EIS](https://justcrossing.org/2024/09/29/hot-takes-on-the-ibr-draft-supplemental-eis/) - We've had the document for a week now (all 12,500+ pages). We're still reading, but here are some initial thoughts to stimulate your review. We may update this post as we learn more. Comments are open below, so let us know what you think and what you're reading in the SEIS. 20 year old Purpose
- [What the mysterious Express Bus delay reveals about IBR](https://justcrossing.org/2024/10/08/express-bus-delay/) - One of the surprising results in the IBR Draft Supplemental EIS (SEIS) is that the express buses running from downtown Vancouver to downtown Portland get SLOWER in the morning in the 2045 horizon year. In the no-build scenario these buses take 48 minutes. In the build scenario (aka Modified Locally Preferred Alternative or MLPA) they
- [43 residential units, 33 businesses in Washington and Oregon could be hit by I-5 Bridge replacement](https://www.columbian.com/news/2024/oct/01/43-residential-units-33-businesses-in-washington-and-oregon-could-be-hit-by-i-5-bridge-replacement/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 1 October 2024
- [New photo simulations show proposed Interstate Bridge replacement in real-world settings](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s94DjEKvC3E#new_tab) - KGW, 27 September 2024
- [Interstate Bridge report offers more insight on tolls, construction, travel times](https://www.opb.org/article/2024/09/20/interstate-bridge-oregon-washington-infrastructure-construction-traffic/#new_tab) - OPB, 20 September 2024
- [Double-decker buses could come to Vancouver and Portland under I-5 bridge replacement plan](https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/vancouver/ctran-portland-region-first-double-decker-buses/283-956a686c-0a43-4edf-adc7-c4a3169547af#new_tab) - KGW, 2 September 2024
- [No one wants to rent this building — lawsuit faults plan to build a new I-5 bridge over it](https://www.oregonlive.com/business/2024/08/no-one-wants-to-rent-this-building-lawsuit-faults-plan-to-build-a-new-i-5-bridge-over-it.html#new_tab) - OregonLive, 30 August 2024
- [What's Up with the Fabricators and the Coast Guard?](https://justcrossing.org/2024/08/19/whats-up-with-the-fabricators-and-the-coast-guard/) - Project nerds that we are, one of the documents we like to track (via public records request) is the IBR 'risk register', a document updated roughly quarterly that tracks what keeps the project managers up at night. The most recent edition (July) features this interesting tidbit under "new risks": Risk #299: Revised PNCD for Fixed-Span
- [There are Rocks Down There!](https://justcrossing.org/2024/08/11/there-are-rocks-down-there/) - A records request recently turned up a copy of the draft geotechical report, i.e., what they found after some test drilling. We're not geotechnical engineers, but it certainly seems like they found more than a few obstacles (the report is replete with "difficult drilling conditions"). Given that the project will require MANY drilled shafts as
- [Feds award $1.5 billion toward replacement I-5 bridge](https://www.oregonlive.com/commuting/2024/07/feds-award-15-billion-toward-replacement-i-5-bridge.html#new_tab) - Oregon Live, 15 July 2024
- [The Human Impact of IBR Property Takings](https://justcrossing.org/2024/04/09/the-human-impact-of-ibr-property-takings/) - The Planned SR 500 Interchange, with the first half of that new Braided Off Ramp. Did you know that we are still demolishing houses and businesses to make way for more lanes on freeways? Like, this year. 2024. You might have heard stories of Houston, where as many as 1000 people may be displaced by
- [Key Interstate 5 Bridge document delayed again, but replacement work could still start in 2026](https://www.columbian.com/news/2024/apr/05/key-interstate-5-bridge-document-delayed-again-but-replacement-work-could-still-start-in-2026/) - The Columbian, 5 April 2024
- [What About the Fish?](https://justcrossing.org/2024/03/28/what-about-the-fish/) - Will IBR be allowed to drive piles with "vibratory hammers" and oscillators year round?
- [The Public Comment Period is Coming!](https://justcrossing.org/2024/03/24/the-public-comment-period-is-coming/) - The public comment period for the Supplemental Draft EIS will likely begin within a month or two. The Alliance is creating resources to help you understand and meaningfully comment. You can find resources in our library (including draft review copies of some EIS files) as well as an ongoing series of insights from Alliance members.
- [RIP Hurley Building (2020-202?)](https://justcrossing.org/2024/03/24/rip-hurley-building-2020-202/) - Will the Hurley Building be an early victim of IBR construction?
- [Questions ahead for tolling on Interstate 5 Bridge](https://www.columbian.com/news/2024/mar/15/questions-ahead-for-tolling-on-interstate-5-bridge/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 15 March 2024
- [I-5 bridge planners release renderings of new, larger span](https://www.opb.org/article/2024/03/05/i-5-bridge-planners-release-renderings-of-new-larger-span/#new_tab) - OPB, 5 March 2024
- [In Our View: I-5 Bridge tolls must be kept low as possible](#new_tab) - The Columbian, 28 February 2024
- [Bi-state panel meets for first time to discuss establishing tolls on Interstate 5 Bridge](https://www.columbian.com/news/2024/feb/23/bi-state-panel-meets-for-first-time-to-discuss-establishing-tolls-on-interstate-5-bridge/#new_tab) - The Columbia, 23 February 2024
- [Calls Mount to End the Era of Unquestioned Highway Expansion](https://www.theurbanist.org/2024/02/10/calls-mount-to-end-the-era-of-unquestioned-highway-expansion/#new_tab) - The Urbanist, 10 February 2024
- [After delays, I-5 Bridge replacement environmental impact statement on the horizon](https://www.columbian.com/news/2024/feb/08/delays-continue-for-i-5-bridge-replacement-environmental-impact-statement/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 8 February 2024
- [Is commuting by Amtrak train a better option to avoid I-5 bottleneck between Vancouver and Portland?](https://www.kgw.com/article/traffic/vancouver-portland-interstate-commute-amtrak-option/283-0e41711c-b210-49e8-bfd5-bd3859233982#new_tab) - KGW, 2 February 2024
- [Opinion: It looks like the Interstate Bridge Replacement could cost $9 billion](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-it-looks-like-the-interstate-bridge-replacement-could-cost-9-billion/#new_tab) - Clark County Today, 5 January 2024
- [The cost to replace Interstate 5 bridge connecting Washington and Oregon is rising again](https://www.opb.org/article/2024/01/03/oregon-washington-transportation-bridge-interstate-five-i5-replacement-project/#new_tab) - OPB, 3 January 2024
- [Feds award $600M for new Interstate Bridge connecting Oregon and Washington](https://www.oregonlive.com/commuting/2023/12/feds-award-600m-for-new-interstate-bridge-connecting-oregon-and-washington.html#new_tab) - Oregon Live, 15 December 2023
- [Freeway Math: How Governments Decide a Harmful Highway Is ‘Worth It’](https://usa.streetsblog.org/2023/12/14/how-governments-decide-a-harmful-highway-is-worth-it#new_tab) - Streetsblog, 14 December 2023
- [I-5 bridge environmental impact statement delayed, again — this time until 2024](https://www.columbian.com/news/2023/oct/07/i-5-bridge-environmental-impact-statement-delayed-again-this-time-until-2024/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 7 October 2023
- [Officials ask feds for $600 million to help pay for new I-5 Bridge](https://www.columbian.com/news/2023/oct/03/officials-ask-feds-for-600-million-to-help-pay-for-new-i-5-bridge/#new_tab) - Columbian, 3 October 2023
- [Oregon, Washington lawmakers upbeat about Interstate 5 bridge replacement](https://oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2023/07/28/oregon-washington-lawmakers-upbeat-about-interstate-5-bridge-replacement/#new_tab) - Oregon Capital Chronical, 28 July 2023
- [Interstate 5 Bridge project seeks $500M grant](https://www.columbian.com/news/2023/jul/13/interstate-5-bridge-project-seeks-500m-grant/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 13 July 2023
- [Hayden Island holds its breath as Interstate Bridge Project takes shape](https://www.columbian.com/news/2023/jul/08/hayden-island-holds-its-breath-as-interstate-bridge-project-takes-shape/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 8 July 2023
- [Opinion: Funding for I-5 bridge replacement must move forward](https://www.oregonlive.com/opinion/2023/06/opinion-funding-for-i-5-bridge-replacement-must-move-forward.html#new_tab) - Oregonian, 4 June 2023
- [I-5 Bridge replacement will require strong labor pool in Clark County](https://www.columbian.com/news/2023/may/28/i-5-bridge-replacement-will-require-strong-labor-pool-in-clark-county/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 28 May 2023
- [See 6 possible designs for new Interstate Bridge, from ‘finback’ to familiar lift span](https://www.oregonlive.com/commuting/2023/05/new-interstate-bridge-planners-unveil-6-potential-designs-from-finback-to-a-familiar-lift-span.html#new_tab) - The Oregonian, 26 May 2023
- [Oregon Interstate 5 Bridge bills face delay](https://www.columbian.com/news/2023/may/20/oregon-interstate-5-bridge-bills-face-delay/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 20 May 2023
- [Key Oregon legislative committee punts on Interstate Bridge funding](https://www.oregonlive.com/commuting/2023/05/key-oregon-legislative-committee-punts-on-interstate-bridge-funding.html#new_tab) - The Oregonian, 20 May 2023
- [Opinion: Oregon must invest now in a new Columbia River bridge](https://www.oregonlive.com/opinion/2023/05/opinion-oregon-must-invest-now-in-a-new-columbia-river-bridge.html#new_tab) - Oregonian, 7 May 2023
- [Big Bridge, Big Disagreements](https://www.wweek.com/news/2023/05/03/big-bridge-big-disagreements/#new_tab) - Willamette Week, 3 May 2023
- [Interstate Bridge replacement project public hearing](https://www.kgw.com/video/news/local/interstate-bridge-replacement-project-public-hearing/283-8e6aa2d9-abe5-4fa7-9668-3d5a3ca73702#new_tab) - KGW, 27 April 2023
- [The plan to replace the I 5 bridge arrives at a turning point](https://www.spreaker.com/user/oregonpublicbroadcasting/the-plan-to-replace-the-i-5-bridge-arriv#new_tab) - OPB Audio, 1 May 2023
- [Debate over tolls, design heats up as Oregon moves closer to pledging $1 billion to I-5 bridge](https://oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2023/04/28/debate-over-tolls-design-heats-up-as-oregon-moves-closer-to-pledging-1-billion-to-i-5-bridge/#new_tab) - Capital Chronicle, 28 April 2023
- [Panel hears competing plans to pay for I-5 bridge](https://www.portlandtribune.com/news/panel-hears-competing-plans-to-pay-for-i-5-bridge/article_7a1d9f3e-e597-11ed-8f27-dbd278a85e5c.html#new_tab) - Portland Tribune, 28 April 2023
- [Now at a critical stage, the road to I-5 bridge replacement gets bumpy](https://www.opb.org/article/2023/04/28/interstate-5-bridge-replacement-federal-grants-right-size/#new_tab) - OPB, 28 April 2023
- [Interstate Bridge replacement project public hearing](https://www.kgw.com/video/news/local/interstate-bridge-replacement-project-public-hearing/283-8e6aa2d9-abe5-4fa7-9668-3d5a3ca73702#new_tab) - KGW, 27 April 2023
- [Pham files major amendment as politics around Interstate Bridge funding bill intensifies](https://bikeportland.org/2023/04/27/pham-proposes-major-amendment-as-politics-around-interstate-bridge-replacement-funding-bill-intensifies-374012#new_tab) - Bike Portland, 27 April 2023
- [What's the Interstate Bridge replacement going to look like?](https://www.kgw.com/video/news/local/the-story/whats-the-interstate-bridge-replacement-going-to-look-like-the-story-april-26-2023/283-a66f5df3-730f-4a16-89ba-beede9503932#new_tab) - KGW, 26 April 2023
- [Senate President Names Interim Co-Chair to Joint Transportation Committee](https://www.wweek.com/news/state/2023/04/21/senate-president-names-interim-co-chair-to-joint-transportation-committee/#new_tab) - Willamette Week, 21 April 2023
- [County Council approves resolution in opposition to tolling of the I-5 Bridge replacement](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/county-council-approves-resolution-in-opposition-to-tolling-of-the-i-5-bridge-replacement/#new_tab) - Clark County Today, 20 April 2023
- [Area lawmakers oppose new tolling bill for I-5 bridge replacement project](https://www.thereflector.com/stories/area-lawmakers-oppose-new-tolling-bill-for-i-5-bridge-replacement-project,317645#new_tab) - The Reflector, 19 April 2023
- [Podcast: The fight for a ‘right sized’ Interstate Bridge project](https://bikeportland.org/2023/04/19/podcast-lobbying-for-a-right-sized-interstate-bridge-project-in-salem-373288#new_tab) - Bike Portland, 19 April 2023
- [Washington House passes tolling bill, likely destined for Gov. Inslee’s desk](https://www.opb.org/article/2023/04/18/washington-house-passes-tolling-bill-for-new-i-5-bridge/#new_tab) - OPB, 18 April 2023
- [Financial plan: I-5 Bridge to open in 2033, light rail could run during construction](https://www.columbian.com/news/2023/apr/18/financial-plan-i-5-bridge-to-open-in-2033-light-rail-could-run-during-construction/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 18 April 2023
- [I-5 Bridge tolling works way through Washington House](https://www.columbian.com/news/2023/apr/13/i-5-bridge-tolling-works-way-through-washington-house/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 13 April 2023
- [Oregon lawmakers hear pitch to pay $1 billion toward replacing Interstate 5 bridge](https://oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2023/04/13/oregon-lawmakers-hear-pitch-to-pay-1-billion-toward-replacing-interstate-5-bridge/?fbclid=IwAR36ajjbboTDevcnsxuaN76CiODjhaZrRpc6iYfXN5YAI2jlnOchCaJXEBI#new_tab) - Capital Chronicle, 13 April 2023
- [Oregon Gov. Kotek balks at plans for $1 billion Interstate 5 bridge bond](https://oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2023/04/14/oregon-gov-kotek-balks-at-plans-for-1-billion-interstate-5-bridge-bond/#new_tab) - Capital Chronicle, 14 April 2023
- [Oregon Legislature’s I-5 Bridge funding plan comes with cost cap of $6.3B](https://www.columbian.com/news/2023/apr/13/oregon-legislatures-i-5-bridge-funding-plan-comes-with-cost-cap-of-6-3b/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 13 April 2023
- [Washington Senate authorizes tolling on I-5 Bridge](https://www.columbian.com/news/2023/apr/06/washington-senate-authorizes-tolling-on-i-5-bridge/#new_tab) - The Columbian, April 6 2023
- [I-5 bridge funding takes clearer shape, even as design hits river clearance concerns](https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/i-5-bridge-funding-clearer-shape-design-speedbump/283-154a5ff2-5da5-4061-801d-d8353ac3f5fd#new_tab) - KGW, 4 April 2023
- [Truckers undecided on Washington bill to toll new I-5 bridge](https://www.thecentersquare.com/washington/article_0d4054a0-d314-11ed-b6fa-0b21fa27723a.html#new_tab) - The Center Square, 4 April 2023
- [Vancouver's mayor talks about planning for major population growth](https://www.kgw.com/article/entertainment/television/programs/straight-talk/vancouver-mayor-city-growth/283-dcdd3f36-0de4-4317-a4db-ac8c77ddc8df#new_tab) - KGW, 31 March 2023
- [Consensus support for I-5 bridge tolling at Washington hearing](https://www.opb.org/article/2023/03/31/interstate-5-bridge-toll-washington-oregon-tolls-drivers-vancouver-transportation/#new_tab) - OPB, 31 March 2023
- [Legislature weighs bills to allow tolls on new I-5 Bridge](https://www.columbian.com/news/2023/mar/29/legislature-weighs-bills-to-allow-tolls-on-new-i-5-bridge/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 29 March 2023
- [Washington lawmakers introduce bill to authorize I-5 bridge tolling](https://www.opb.org/article/2023/03/29/interstate-5-bridge-tolls-washington-oregon/#new_tab) - OPB, 29 March 2023
- [Lawmakers float $1 billion plan for Oregon’s share of new Interstate Bridge](https://www.oregonlive.com/commuting/2023/03/lawmakers-float-1-billion-plan-for-oregons-share-of-new-interstate-bridge.html#new_tab) - The Oregonian, 23 March 2023
- [I-5 Bridge program: If there must be lifts, limit them to 1-4 a.m.](https://www.columbian.com/news/2023/mar/21/i-5-bridge-program-if-there-must-be-lifts-limit-them-to-1-4-a-m/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 22 March 2023
- [Stober: Study tunnel for Interstate Bridge Replacement Program](https://www.columbian.com/news/2023/mar/13/stober-study-tunnel-for-interstate-bridge-replacement-program/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 13 March 2023
- [I-5 Bridge replacement program will also study drawbridge option](https://www.columbian.com/news/2023/mar/10/i-5-bridge-replacement-program-will-also-study-drawbridge-option/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 10 March 2023
- [Up to $2.45 billion of I-5 Bridge project budget will go to actual replacement](https://www.columbian.com/news/2023/feb/27/up-to-2-45-billion-of-i-5-bridge-project-budget-will-go-to-actual-replacement/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 27 Feb 2023
- [Funding for new I-5 bridge excluded from Gov. Kotek's budget proposal](https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/the-story/i-5-interstate-bridge-replacement-oregon-funding/283-fe0cfb37-6557-4310-97d3-c571ac74085d#new_tab) - KGW, 17 Feb 2022
- [Tolls are coming to Portland-area freeways, and even tolling fans worry they’ll stack up](https://www.oregonlive.com/commuting/2023/02/tolls-are-coming-to-portland-area-freeways-and-even-tolling-fans-worry-theyll-stack-up.html#new_tab) - Oregonian, 11 Feb 2023
- [Interstate Bridge replacement project will push for federal funding to meet new $6 billion price tag](https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/interstate-bridge-replacement-6-billion/283-44e5cc91-d26b-4418-aa72-857235dff18b#new_tab) - KGW, 5 January 2023
- [I-5 Bridge replacement program misses out on grant](https://www.columbian.com/news/2023/jan/04/i-5-bridge-replacement-program-misses-out-on-grant/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 4 January 2023
- [Interstate 5 Is a Parking Lot. Use Congestion Pricing to Reduce Traffic and Pay for Public Transit.](https://www.wweek.com/news/2023/01/04/interstate-5-is-a-parking-lot-use-congestion-pricing-to-reduce-traffic-and-pay-for-public-transit/#new_tab) - Willamette Week, 4 January 2023
- [Washington State Is Losing Control of the Columbia Interstate Bridge Replacement Megaproject](https://www.theurbanist.org/2022/12/28/washington-state-is-losing-control-of-the-interstate-bridge-replacement-megaproject/#new_tab) - The Urbanist, 28 December 2022
- [Rising costs, Oregon sloth demand a shrewd study of new I-5 bridge](https://www.seattletimes.com/opinion/editorials/rising-costs-oregon-sloth-demand-a-shrewd-study-of-new-i-5-bridge/#new_tab) - Seattle Times, 18 December 2022
- [Opinion: Up to $7.5 billion for Interstate Bridge replacement project? Time to rightsize for reality](https://www.oregonlive.com/opinion/2022/12/opinion-up-to-75-billion-for-interstate-bridge-replacement-project-time-to-rightsize-for-reality.html#new_tab) - Oregonian, 18 December 2022
- [‘What good is a shiny new bridge when our kids can’t safely cross the street in our neighborhoods?’](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/what-good-is-a-shiny-new-bridge-when-our-kids-cant-safely-cross-the-street-in-our-neighborhoods/#new_tab) - Clark County Today, 13 December 2022
- [Interstate 5 Bridge Project Cost Estimate Raises to $7.5 Billion](https://www.portlandmercury.com/transportation/2022/12/09/46236151/interstate-5-bridge-project-cost-estimate-raises-to-75-billion#new_tab) - Portland Mercury, 9 December 2022
- [Just Crossing Alliance Testifies to Bi-State Interstate Bridge Replacement Committee about Friday’s revelation of $7.5 Billion Freeway Expansion](https://justcrossing.org/2022/12/12/just-crossing-alliance-testifies-to-bi-state-interstate-bridge-replacement-committee-about-fridays-revelation-of-7-5-billion-freeway-expansion/) - For Immediate Release: 12 December 2022 Media Contact: Brett Morgan, 1000 Friends of Oregon Brett@friends.org - 503.497.1000 x122 Salem OR / Olympia WA: Just Crossing Alliance Testifies to Bi-State Interstate Bridge Replacement Committee about Friday’s revelation of $7.5 Billion Freeway Expansion: “What good is a shiny new bridge when our kids can’t safely cross the
- [Interstate Bridge could cost nearly $3 billion more than previously estimated](https://www.oregonlive.com/commuting/2022/12/interstate-bridge-could-cost-nearly-3-billion-more-than-previously-estimated.html#new_tab) - Oregonian, 9 December 2022
- [I-5 Bridge Replacement Program leaders, critics make their case](https://www.columbian.com/news/2022/dec/06/i-5-bridge-replacement-program-leaders-critics-make-their-case/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 6 December 2022
- [Some freeways may be useable following ‘the Big One’ per new modeling by University of Washington](https://www.opb.org/article/2022/12/05/some-freeways-may-be-useable-following-the-big-one-per-new-modeling-by-uw/?fbclid=IwAR1k2uSJ1XmP1T-07JDFCe2eTcNLRfZJHUq8Ofz7m6ZQHgDb5Kpmv2SdKoY#new_tab) - OPB, 5 December 2022
- [Equity front and center on I-5 Bridge replacement project](https://www.columbian.com/news/2022/dec/03/equity-front-and-center-on-i-5-bridge-replacement-project/) - The Columbian, 3 December 2022
- [12 Things the Oregon Legislature Should Know About IBRP](https://justcrossing.org/2022/11/29/12-things/) - Quick Links: Financial Issues 1. No funding source has been identified for Oregon’s initial financial contribution 2. ODOT is falling even further behind on basic maintenance and community projects 3. ODOT does not have a track record of accurate project estimates and on-budget delivery 4. Relying on toll revenues is risky 5. Transit operations funding
- [Washington's Clark County Council opposes tolls](https://pamplinmedia.com/but/239-news/563529-451254-portland-metro-tolls-opposed-by-clark-county-council-in-vancouver-area#new_tab) - Pamplin Media, 11 November 2022
- [Columbian Takes IBR to Task on Coast Guard Issues](https://justcrossing.org/2022/11/06/columbian-takes-ibr-to-task-on-coast-guard-issues/) - The Columbian newspaper, in both an article and editorial, points out the risk that the Interstate Bridge Replacement Project is taking by not resolving the bridge clearance issue. Despite a new agreement in 2014 (after the CRC debacle) between the Coast Guard and Federal Highway Administrative to resolve clearance issues BEFORE starting an Environmental Impact
- [In Our View: New I-5 Bridge project stymied by old problems](https://www.columbian.com/news/2022/nov/04/in-our-view-new-i-5-bridge-project-stymied-by-old-problems/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 4 November 2022
- [I-5 Bridge replacement officials learn from past, hope policy changes smooth path to new span](https://www.columbian.com/news/2022/nov/02/i-5-bridge-replacement-officials-learn-from-past-hope-policy-changes-smooth-path-to-new-span/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 2 November 2022
- [Billions in federal funds sought for Columbia River bridge replacement mega project](https://www.thecentersquare.com/washington/billions-in-federal-funds-sought-for-columbia-river-bridge-replacement-mega-project/article_37356d5e-5a38-11ed-912d-a77063955f71.html#new_tab) - The Center Square, 1 November 2022
- [I-5 span replacement chief Greg Johnson has history of building bridges](https://www.columbian.com/news/2022/oct/31/i-5-span-replacement-chief-greg-johnson-has-history-of-building-bridges/#new_tab) - Columbian, 31 October 2022
- [Clark County Council considers resolution in opposition of perpetual interstate tolling](https://www.thereflector.com/stories/clark-county-council-considers-resolution-in-opposition-of-perpetual-interstate-tolling,302315#new_tab) - The Reflector, 24 October 2022
- [Fewer drivers in Seattle’s Highway 99 tunnel could create need for bailout](https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/transportation/fewer-drivers-in-seattles-highway-99-tunnel-could-create-need-for-bailout/#new_tab) - Seattle Times, 15 October 2022
- [Oregon-Washington I-5 bridge replacement project receives $1M federal grant](https://www.bizjournals.com/portland/news/2022/10/14/ibr-program-i5-bridge-grant.html#new_tab) - Portland Business Journal, 17 November 2022
- [Interstate 5 Bridge replacement project submits federal grant application](https://www.columbian.com/news/2022/oct/03/interstate-5-bridge-replacement-project-submits-federal-grant-application/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 3 October 2022
- [Playing Poker with the Coast Guard](https://justcrossing.org/2022/07/04/playing-poker-with-the-coast-guard/) - As the Oregonian reports, in mid-June the Coast Guard issued a Preliminary Navigation Clearance Determination (PDF) for the Interstate Bridge Replacement Project (IBR) expressing their determination that the vertical clearance for the bridge needs to remain at 178 feet, far above the 116 feet in the project's Locally Preferred Alternative recommendation. This is not the
- [C-Tran CEO Donaghy airs I-5 Bridge replacement plan worries](https://www.columbian.com/news/2022/sep/22/c-tran-ceo-donaghy-airs-i-5-bridge-replacement-plan-worries/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 22 September 2022
- [Why alternative Interstate 5 Bridge replacement ideas won’t work](https://www.columbian.com/news/2022/sep/18/why-alternative-interstate-5-bridge-replacement-ideas-wont-work/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 18 September 2022
- [First look at a possible I-5 bridge bike and pedestrian path](https://bikeportland.org/2022/09/15/first-look-at-a-possible-i-5-bridge-bike-and-pedestrian-path-363576#new_tab) - Bike Portland, 15 September 2022
- [Letter: Consider tunnel instead of bridge](https://www.columbian.com/news/2022/aug/14/letter-consider-tunnel-instead-of-bridge/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 14 August 2022
- [How the Steepness of a Proposed Columbia River Bridge Compares to the Most White-Knuckle Interstate Drives in America](https://www.wweek.com/news/2022/07/06/how-the-steepness-of-a-proposed-columbia-river-bridge-compares-to-the-most-white-knuckle-interstate-drives-in-america/#new_tab) - Willamette Week, 6 July 2022
- [Oregon will fail its climate goals if ODOT acts on big freeway projects, environmentalists say](https://www.oregonlive.com/environment/2021/11/oregon-will-fail-its-climate-goals-if-odot-acts-on-big-freeway-projects-environmentalists-say.html#new_tab) - Oregonian, 21 November 2022
- [Critics Warn New Interstate 5 Bridge Would Loom Over Vancouver Waterfront](https://www.wweek.com/news/state/2022/06/20/critics-warn-new-interstate-5-bridge-would-loom-over-vancouver-waterfront/#new_tab) - Willamette Week, 20 June 2022
- [My view: Putting Interstate Bridge misconceptions to rest](https://pamplinmedia.com/pt/10-opinion/553365-442650-my-view-putting-interstate-bridge-misconceptions-to-rest#new_tab) - Portlnand Tribute, 29 July 2022
- [Just Crossing Alliance gains momentum for I-5 freeway fight at first fundraising party](https://bikeportland.org/2022/07/29/just-crossing-alliance-gains-momentum-for-i-5-freeway-fight-at-first-fundraising-party-360631#new_tab) - Bike Portland, 29 July 2022
- [We're Having a Party!](https://justcrossing.org/2022/07/15/were-having-a-party/) - Our first in-person (outside, backyard) fundraising event! You are invited to a house party extravaganza on July 28nd at 6pm (now 7:30 heat-delayed start time) to support an equitable and environmentally just Interstate Bridge Project (IBR) (aka Columbia River Crossing 2.0). We're supporting a new bridge on I-5 that addresses seismic resilience, equity, climate justice
- [A new I-5 bridge between Washington and Oregon may actually happen](https://www.axios.com/local/seattle/2022/07/26/interstate-5-bridge-washington-oregon#new_tab) - Axios Seattle, 26 July 2022
- [Interstate 5 Bridge project partners come with caveats](https://www.columbian.com/news/2022/jul/24/interstate-5-bridge-project-partners-come-with-caveats/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 24 July 2022
- [No one’s happy with the I-5 bridge project. And that’s a good thing?](https://bikeportland.org/2022/07/22/no-ones-happy-with-the-i-5-bridge-project-is-that-good-360070#new_tab) - Bike Portland, 22 July 2022
- [Skeptics fear Interstate Bridge will be too high for bikers and walkers](https://bikeportland.org/2022/07/22/skeptics-fear-interstate-bridge-will-be-too-high-for-bikers-and-walkers-359653#new_tab) - Bike Portland, 22 July 2022
- [I-5 Bridge Replacement Program moves into environmental review phase](https://www.columbian.com/news/2022/jul/21/i-5-bridge-replacement-program-moves-into-environmental-review-phase/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 21 July 2022
- [With local authorities all on board, I-5 bridge replacement heads into federal review](https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/i-5-bridge-replacement-plan-federal-environmental-review/283-a8f86e94-4d8b-4881-99d5-de1bc9aaf6b1#new_tab) - KGW, 21 July 2022
- [Interstate Bridge replacement proposal hits major milestone with state, local endorsements](https://www.oregonlive.com/commuting/2022/07/interstate-bridge-replacement-proposal-hits-major-milestone-with-state-local-endorsements.html#new_tab) - Oregonian, 21 July 2022
- [Clark County Council passes resolution on I-5 Bridge replacement project](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/clark-county-council-passes-resolution-on-i-5-bridge-replacement-project/#new_tab) - Clark County Today, 20 July 2022
- [BRAGDON PUBLICLY RUES BRIDGE VOTE](https://www.wweek.com/news/2022/07/20/murmurs-judge-tosses-out-joey-gibson-riot-case/) - Willamette Week, 20 July 2022
- [Opinion: Plenty of reasons exist why current I-5 Bridge replacement project should be paused, if not scrapped altogether](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-plenty-of-reasons-exist-why-current-i-5-bridge-replacement-project-should-be-paused-if-not-scrapped-altogether/#new_tab) - Clark County Today, 15 July 2022
- [Portland Politicians and Transportation Leaders Approve Early I-5 Bridge Design](https://www.portlandmercury.com/news/2022/07/14/44210801/portland-politicians-and-transportation-leaders-approve-early-i-5-bridge-design#new_tab) - Portland Mercury, 14 July 2022
- [With 6-1 vote, Metro Council endorses I-5 Columbia River Bridge project](https://bikeportland.org/2022/07/14/in-6-1-vote-metro-council-endorses-i-5-columbia-river-bridge-project-359477#new_tab) - Bike Portland, 14 July 2022
- [Portland Area Governments Unanimously Forward Carbon Intensive Infrastructure Plans](https://justcrossing.org/2022/07/14/portland-area-governments-unanimously-forward-carbon-intensive-infrastructure-plans/) - For Immediate Release: 14 July 2022 Media Contact: Anna Kahler, JCA Alliance Coordinator anna@justcrossing.org - 312-480-6128 Portland OR / Vancouver WA: This week, City of Portland Council, Port of Portland, and Metro regional government all approved the locally preferred alternative for the expansion of the I-5 corridor and bridge across the Columbia River. “This is
- [Just Crossing Alliance Asks LPA partners to Vote to Delay or Vote No on LPA until updated cost estimate, finance plan, and alternative phasable LPAs are completed.](https://justcrossing.org/2022/06/14/just-crossing-alliance-asks-lpa-partners-to-vote-to-delay-or-vote-no-on-lpa-until-updated-cost-estimate-finance-plan-and-alternative-phasable-lpas-are-completed/) - For Immediate Release: 14 June 2022 Media Contact: Anna Kahler, JCA Alliance Coordinator anna@justcrossing.org - 312-480-6128 Just Crossing Alliance Asks LPA partners to Vote to Delay or Vote No on LPA until updated cost estimate, finance plan, and alternative phasable LPAs are completed. Portland OR / Vancouver WA: The Just Crossing Alliance (JCA) recently released
- [Hardesty takes credit for progress on I-5 projects](https://pamplinmedia.com/pt/9-news/551587-441570-hardesty-takes-credit-for-progress-on-i-5-projects-#new_tab) - Portland Tribune, 13 July 2022
- [Portland City Council Votes Unanimously to Rejoin Rose Quarter Project and Keep I-5 Bridge Process Moving](https://www.wweek.com/news/2022/07/13/portland-city-council-votes-unanimously-to-rejoin-rose-quarter-project-and-keep-i-5-bridge-process-moving/#new_tab) - Willamette Week, 13 July 2022
- [Interstate Bridge replacement project approved by Port of Portland, Portland City Council](https://katu.com/news/local/port-of-portland-city-council-approve-interstate-bridge-i-5-replacement-project-plan-lpa-columbia-river-vancouver-washington-oregon-height-concerns#new_tab) - KATU, 13 July 2022
- [Portland City Council says yes to I-5 freeway, Columbia River bridge project](https://bikeportland.org/2022/07/13/portland-city-council-says-yes-to-i-5-freeway-columbia-river-bridge-project-359322#new_tab) - BikePortland, 13 July 2022
- [Portland council, Port of Portland unanimously vote for I-5 Bridge plan](https://www.columbian.com/news/2022/jul/13/portland-council-port-of-portland-unanimously-vote-for-i-5-bridge-plan/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 13 July 2022
- [Vancouver City Council supports Interstate Bridge replacement program](https://katu.com/news/local/vancouver-city-council-supports-interstate-bridge-replacement-program#new_tab) - KATU, 12 July 2022
- [A bridge too low . . . again](https://cityobservatory.org/a-bridge-too-low-again/#new_tab) - City Observatory, 12 July 2022
- [A moment of truth for local politicians and the Interstate Bridge Replacement Project](https://bikeportland.org/2022/07/12/a-moment-of-truth-for-local-politicians-and-the-interstate-bridge-replacement-project-359140#new_tab) - BikePortland, 12 July 2022
- [Oregon and Washington DOTs plan too low a bridge–again.](https://cityobservatory.org/oregon-and-washington-dots-plan-too-low-a-bridge-again/#new_tab) - City Observatory, 5 July 2022
- [Action Alert: Tell Metro and Portland City Council to withhold approval of the Interstate Bridge single alternative](https://justcrossing.org/2022/07/06/action-alert-tell-metro-and-portland-city-council-to-withhold-approval-of-the-interstate-bridge-single-alternative/) - The Interstate Bridge Project has recommended moving forward into environmental review with a single "Tall Bridge" alternative. Our Alliance is committed to more sustainable and equitable outcomes from this project and believes it's irresponsible to move forward with this single alternative. We're asking Metro Council and Portland City Council to slow the process down and
- [Coast Guard demands higher replacement Interstate Bridge in preliminary decision](https://www.oregonlive.com/commuting/2022/07/coast-guard-demands-higher-replacement-interstate-bridge-in-preliminary-decision.html#new_tab) - Oregonian, 2 July 2022
- [Opinion: New taxes required for $1.3 billion light rail extension to Vancouver](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-new-taxes-required-for-1-3-billion-light-rail-extension-to-vancouver/#new_tab) - Clark County Today, 2 July 2022
- [Proposed Clark County Council resolution: No light rail without vote](https://www.columbian.com/news/2022/jun/29/proposed-clark-county-council-resolution-no-light-rail-without-vote/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 29 June 2022
- [U.S. Coast Guard Says Planned Bridge Across Columbia River Is 60 Feet Too Low](https://www.wweek.com/news/state/2022/06/29/us-coast-guard-says-planned-bridge-across-columbia-river-is-60-feet-too-low/#new_tab) - Willamette Week, 29 June 2022
- [U.S. Coast Guard: Required clearance for new I-5 Bridge is 178 feet](https://www.columbian.com/news/2022/jun/29/u-s-coast-guard-required-clearance-for-new-i-5-bridge-is-178-feet/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 29 June 2022
- [BRIDGE BUILDING After decades of waiting and a notable close call, proponents feel it's finally the right time to build a sturdier Columbia River span.](https://www.bizjournals.com/portland/news/2022/06/29/i5-bridge-replacement-oregon-washington.html#new_tab) - Portland Business Journal (paywall), 29 June 2022
- [Judging IBR Climate Impacts: The importance of an investment grade toll analysis](https://justcrossing.org/2022/06/22/judging-ibr-climate-impacts-the-importance-of-an-investment-grade-toll-analysis/) - Climate, Equity and Environment are among the key guiding values for our Alliance. So how do we judge the climate impact of this project? We're paying attention to vehicle volume. There are two ways of expressing that, either as Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) or as Average Daily Trips (ADT). When it comes to the IBR,
- [Just Crossing Alliance asks LPA partners to vote to delay or vote no on LPA until updated cost estimate, finance plan, and alternative phasable LPAs are completed](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/just-crossing-alliance-asks-lpa-partners-to-vote-to-delay-or-vote-no-on-lpa-until-updated-cost-estimate-finance-plan-and-alternative-phasable-lpas-are-completed/#new_tab) - Clark County Today, 15 June 2022
- [Opinion: Why doesn’t the C-TRAN Board fight for our cheaper, faster BRT on Interstate Bridge?](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-why-doesnt-the-c-tran-board-fight-for-our-cheaper-faster-brt-on-interstate-bridge/#new_tab) - Clark County Today, 20 June 2022
- [I-5 bridge project has Washington lawmakers feeling left out](https://www.thereflector.com/stories/i-5-bridge-project-has-washington-lawmakers-feeling-left-out,295712#new_tab) - The Reflector, 20 June 2022
- [I-5 Bridge Replacement Program strives for Coast Guard approval of 116-foot clearance](https://www.columbian.com/news/2022/jun/15/i-5-bridge-replacement-program-strives-for-coast-guard-approval-of-116-foot-clearance/#new_tab) - Columbian, 15 June 2022
- [Murmurs: Critics organize against new I-5 bridge](https://www.wweek.com/news/2022/06/15/murmurs-labor-day-picnic-booted-from-oaks-park/#new_tab) - Willamettte Week, 15 June 2022
- [Update: Having a Phased Alternative is Critical for IBR Success](https://justcrossing.org/2022/06/13/having-a-phased-alternative-is-critical-for-ibr-success/) - Update June 14: The Alliance has released a letter to partner governments who will vote for recommending an alternative to enter environmental review, calling for multiple alternatives, including at least one that can be phased. The Interstate Bridge Replacement (IBR) project is recommending a single "Modified Locally Preferred Alternative" to move into environmental review. We
- [OPINION: Making progress toward replacing Interstate Bridge](https://pamplinmedia.com/ht/118-hillsboro-tribune-opinion/548451-438916-opinion-making-progress-toward-replacing-interstate-bridge#new_tab) - Portland Tribune, 12 June 2022
- [Vancouver City Council discusses tolls, equity as I-5 Bridge plan takes step forward](https://www.columbian.com/news/2022/jun/08/vancouver-city-county-discusses-tolls-equity-as-i-5-bridge-plan-takes-step-forward/) - Columbian, 8 June 2022
- [Flying blind: Why public leaders need an investment grade analysis](https://cityobservatory.org/why-public-leaders-need-an-investment-grade/#new_tab) - City Observatory, 1 June 2022
- [Design Commission receives update on ‘mammoth’ project [paywall]](https://djcoregon.com/news/2022/06/03/design-commission-receives-update-on-mammoth-project/#new_tab) - DJC Oregon, 3 June 2022
- [An Immersed Tube Tunnel Alternative](https://justcrossing.org/2022/06/02/an-immersed-tube-tunnel-alternative/) - As we've said before, our Alliance is NOT endorsing any particular alternative to the Locally Preferred Alternative (LPA). But we emphasize that it's vitally important the decision makers have the choice of multiple alternatives, and in particular the need for one or more alternatives that can be built out in phases. Today we're giving some
- [The Common Sense Alternative](https://justcrossing.org/2022/06/01/the-common-sense-alternative/) - Let's be clear up front, our Alliance is NOT endorsing any particular alternative to the Locally Preferred Alternative (LPA). We emphasize that it's vitally important the decision makers have the choice of multiple alternatives, and in particular the need for one or more alternatives that can be built out in phases. We're happy to give
- [Candidates for Oregon’s next governor weigh in on future of Interstate Bridge](https://www.opb.org/article/2022/05/27/interstate-bridge-portland-oregon-governor-tina-kotek-christin-drazan-betsy-johnson/#new_tab) - OPB, 27 May 2022
- [Plans in place to force Oregonians to pay for the privilege of waiting in traffic](https://pamplinmedia.com/pt/10-opinion/546442-437374-plans-in-place-to-force-oregonians-to-pay-for-the-privilege-of-waiting-in-traffic#new_tab) - Portland Tribune, 26 May 2022
- [Opinion: Don’t skimp on safety, mobility in designing Interstate 5 bridge replacement](https://www.oregonlive.com/opinion/2022/05/opinion-dont-skimp-on-safety-mobility-in-designing-interstate-5-bridge-replacement.html#new_tab) - Oregonian, 25 May 2022
- [State Representative Khanh Pham Says Oregon Transportation Officials Shouldn’t Get a Blank Check for a New Columbia River Bridge](https://www.wweek.com/news/2022/05/18/state-representative-khanh-pham-says-oregon-transportation-officials-shouldnt-get-a-blank-check-for-a-new-columbia-river-bridge/#new_tab) - Willamette Week, 18 May 2022
- [High Bridge, Low Bridge, Tunnel: IBR Cost Drivers](https://justcrossing.org/2022/05/17/high-bridge-low-bridge-tunnel-ibr-cost-drivers/) - The cost and scale of "the IBR Solution" are one of the chief concerns of our Alliance. Like its predecessor project (the "CRC" - Columbia River Crossing) this recommended Locally Preferred Alternative (LPA) is based on a "high bridge" design, that is, a bridge that goes over the shipping channel, rather than requiring a lift
- [Just Crossing Comments on IBR Scenarios and Limiting Scenarios](https://justcrossing.org/2022/05/02/just-crossing-comments-on-ibr-scenarios-and-limiting-scenarios/) - For Immediate Release: 2 May 2022 Media Contact: Brett Morgan, 1000 Friends of Oregon, Member of JCA Brett@friends.org - 503.497.1000 x122 Just Crossing Comments on IBR Scenarios and Limiting Scenarios Portland OR / Vancouver WA: Members of the newly-formed Just Crossing Alliance issued a statement expressing disappointment at the LPA scenarios proposed last week by
- [Guest Opinion: What you’ve heard about the Interstate Bridge Replacement project is false](https://bikeportland.org/2022/05/11/guest-opinion-what-youve-heard-about-the-interstate-bridge-replacement-project-is-false-353564#new_tab) - Bike Portland, 11 May 2022
- [Primer: Induced Demand and Latent Demand](https://justcrossing.org/2022/05/09/primer-induced-demand-and-latent-demand/) - Induced Demand is a term that comes up frequently in discussions about freeway projects. Simply put, it's the idea that when you add freeway capacity, it attracts new users who previously hadn't used the freeway (or used it at different times) and as a result congestion quickly returns to previous or even higher levels. Rather
- [Community Advocates Announce The Just Crossing Alliance (JCA)](https://justcrossing.org/2022/04/15/community-advocates-announce-the-just-crossing-alliance-jca/) - For Immediate Release: 15 April 2022 Media Contact: Brett Morgan, 1000 Friends of Oregon, Founding Member of JCA Brett@friends.org - 503.497.1000 x122 Community Advocates Announce The Just Crossing Alliance (JCA) Portland, Oregon / Vancouver, Washington: Close to a dozen community groups from Oregon and Washington have come together to form the Just Crossing Alliance, an
- [Latest concept of I-5 bridge replacement features eight lanes across Columbia](https://www.thereflector.com/stories/latest-concept-of-i-5-bridge-replacement-features-eight-lanes-across-columbia,291149#new_tab) - The Reflector, 9 May 2022
- [Improvement, Expansion Projects Invigorating U.S. Interstate System](https://born2invest.com/articles/improvement-expansion-projects-invigorating-u-s-interstate-system/#new_tab) - Born2Invest, 11 May 2022
- [Legislators push back on Interstate Bridge Replacement proposal](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/legislators-push-back-on-interstate-bridge-replacement-proposal/#new_tab) - Clark County Today, 10 May 2022
- [Revived Interstate 5 Bridge replacement slowly moves forward](https://www.opb.org/article/2022/05/10/revived-interstate-5-bridge-replacement-slowly-moves-forward/#new_tab) - OPB, 10 May 2022
- [Fights over lanes, light rail and cost loom as Interstate 5 bridge talks turn serious](https://www.opb.org/article/2022/05/06/fights-over-lanes-light-rail-and-cost-loom-as-interstate-5-bridge-talks-turn-serious/#new_tab) - OPB, 6 May 2022
- [Why we do this work: Climate](https://justcrossing.org/2022/05/05/why-we-do-this-work-climate/) - Our Alliance is seeking justice on three important dimensions: climate, environment and equity. Today, let's look at climate. We need to limit planetary warming to the 1.5 to 2 degrees Celsius range. The paths to do that require very quick reductions in greenhouse gas reductions. A recent paper (PDF) from the Institute for Transportation and
- [Interstate Bridge planners advance new design with 2 more lanes, light rail to Vancouver](https://www.oregonlive.com/commuting/2022/05/interstate-bridge-planners-advance-new-design-with-2-more-lanes-light-rail-to-vancouver.html#new_tab) - Oregonian, 5 May 2022
- [IBR proposes fewer auxiliary lanes than failed CRC and partial Hayden Island interchange](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/ibr-proposes-fewer-auxiliary-lanes-than-failed-crc-and-partial-hayden-island-interchange/#new_tab) - Clark County Today, 5 May 2022
- [Interstate Bridge Replacement program recommends 8-lane crossing](https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/interstate-bridge-program-recommends-8-lane-crossing/283-3ae222bf-ec2d-4d3a-8b9b-33ff7ccec138#new_tab) - KGW8, 5 May 2022
- [Interstate Bridge Engineers Propose Eight Lane Design with Light Rail](https://www.portlandmercury.com/blogtown/2022/05/05/41921706/interstate-bridge-engineers-propose-eight-lane-design-with-light-rail#new_tab) - Portland Mercury, 5 May 2022
- [IBR pushes lower light rail cost at RTC Board while Medvigy questions path forward](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/ibr-pushes-lower-light-rail-cost-at-rtc-board-while-medvigy-questions-path-forward/#new_tab) - Clark County Today, 4 May 2022
- [The I-5 crossing freeway fighters would actually say ‘yes’ to](https://bikeportland.org/2022/05/04/the-i-5-crossing-freeway-fighters-would-actually-say-yes-to-353150#new_tab) - Bike Portland, 4 May 2022
- [Action Alert: Fewer Lanes!](https://justcrossing.org/2022/05/02/action-alert-fewer-lanes/) - On Thursday, May 5th, the Interstate Bridge Replacement Project will recommend one of two Locally Preferred Alternative scenarios. Here are the scenarios on the table: While the Alliance is excited to see high capacity transit in the form of Light Rail get across the river, we don't support either the 8 lane (1 auxiliary lane
- [Opinion: Has the ‘train left the station’ in the process to determine details of an I-5 Bridge replacement?](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-has-the-train-left-the-station-in-the-process-to-determine-details-of-an-i-5-bridge-replacement/#new_tab) - Clark County Today, 2 May 2022
- [Interstate Bridge committee to vote on bridge design; proposal includes light rail and more lanes](https://www.oregonlive.com/commuting/2022/04/interstate-bridge-committee-to-vote-on-bridge-design-all-options-include-light-rail-and-increased-lanes.html#new_tab) - Oregonian, 29 April 2022
- [Two Oregon 'mega-projects' on Sen. Merkley's agenda for infrastructure spending](https://katu.com/news/politics/two-oregon-mega-projects-on-sen-merkleys-agenda-for-infrastructure-spending#new_tab) - KATU, 29 April 2022
- [The Footnote that says it all](https://justcrossing.org/2022/04/27/the-footnote-that-says-it-all/) - This image is excerpted from the presentation deck the Interstate Bridge project team presented to the Executive Steering Group on April 21st: Here's the critical footnote: Transit demand exceeds peak 1-hour capacity on all modes of transit crossing the river. The mode share numbers shown assumes excess peak 1-hour demand cannot be accommodated and therefore
- [Yes, Virginia, Auxiliary Lanes add Auto Capacity](https://justcrossing.org/2022/04/26/yes-virginia-auxiliary-lanes-add-auto-capacity/) - The IBR project has produced a short video on how "auxiliary lanes", sometimes also known as "ramp-to-ramp lanes", work. They are at pains to distinguish them from "through lanes". That image comes from a nice animation (have we mentioned that the project has already spent over $7M on communications) that's just a little bit misleading.
- [Metro President Peterson wants us to say ‘yes’ to regional megaprojects](https://bikeportland.org/2022/04/25/metro-president-peterson-wants-us-to-say-yes-to-regional-megaprojects-352727#new_tab) - Bike Portland, 25 April 2022
- [Which comes first? The forecast or the design?](https://justcrossing.org/2022/04/07/which-comes-first-the-forecast-or-the-design/) - You'd think that we might want to have a handle on the expected traffic before designing a new bridge (and interchanges, and transit, and active transportation...). But the IBR is making a recommendation on the Locally Preferred Alternative, and expecting local governments to endorse that recommendation, before releasing new traffic forecasts. The design work to
- [Tell WSDOT What the Future of the State Highway System Should Look Like](https://www.theurbanist.org/2022/04/04/future-of-wsdot-highway-system/#new_tab) - The Urbanist, 4 April 2022
- [Riders react to possible extension of MAX to Vancouver](https://www.kptv.com/2022/04/23/riders-react-possible-extension-max-vancouver/#new_tab) - FOX12, 22 April 2022
- [Biden Plan Funds New Bridges That Locals May Not Want](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2021-11-12/infrastructure-plan-funds-bridges-that-locals-may-oppose#new_tab) - Bloomberg, 12 November 2021
- [Will the Interstate Bridge Replacement become another ‘bridge too low’?](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/will-the-interstate-bridge-replacement-become-another-bridge-too-low/#new_tab) - Clark County Today, 29 March 2022
- [When the ‘facts’ don’t jive with the data on the Interstate Bridge Replacement](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/when-the-facts-dont-jive-with-the-data-on-the-interstate-bridge-replacement/#new_tab) - Clark County Today, 1 April 2022
- [Two states fight congestion by adding new bridge to interstate](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/two-states-fight-congestion-by-adding-new-bridge-to-interstate/#new_tab) - Clark County Today, 6 April 2022
- [Gubernatorial candidate Betsy Johnson says ‘no’ to light rail and bikes on I-5 crossing project](https://bikeportland.org/2022/04/12/gubernatorial-candidate-betsy-johnson-says-no-to-light-rail-and-bikes-on-i-5-crossing-project-351959#new_tab) - Bike Portland, 12 April 2022
- [Interstate 5 Bridge group considers equity, climate in freeway interchange design](https://www.columbian.com/news/2022/apr/07/interstate-5-bridge-group-considers-equity-climate-in-freeway-interchange-design/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 7 April 2022
- [New Interstate Bridge project down to two options, public input sought](https://katu.com/news/local/new-interstate-bridge-project-down-to-two-options-public-input-sought#new_tab) - KATU, 8 April 2022
- [Study of light rail on new Interstate 5 Bridge sparks ‘Crime Train’ concerns](https://www.columbian.com/news/2022/apr/09/study-of-light-rail-on-new-interstate-5-bridge-sparks-crime-train-concerns/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 9 April 2022
- [Momentum, funding builds for Interstate Bridge replacement over Columbia River](https://www.q13fox.com/news/momentum-funding-builds-for-interstate-bridge-replacement-over-columbia-river#new_tab) - FOX13 Seattle, 13 April 2022
- [Federal funding for Interstate Bridge could impact need for tolling, lawmakers say](https://katu.com/news/local/senator-cantwell-visits-interstate-bridge-to-encourage-more-federal-funding-talks-tolling-vancouver-washington-portland-oregon#new_tab) - KATU, 13 April 2022
- [Cantwell: I-5 Bridge project poised for federal aid](https://www.columbian.com/news/2022/apr/13/cantwell-i-5-bridge-project-poised-for-federal-aid/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 13 April 2022
- [Is a new I-5 bridge connecting WA and OR finally on track?](https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/politics/is-a-new-bridge-across-the-columbia-river-finally-on-track/#new_tab) - Seattle Times, 13 April 2022
- [I-5 Bridge could get replacement cash from infrastructure bill](https://www.koin.com/news/traffic/i-5-bridge-could-get-replacement-cash-from-infrastructure-bill/#new_tab) - KOIN, 13 April 2022
- [Hayden Island interchange options down to two for Interstate Bridge replacement](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/hayden-island-interchange-options-down-to-two-for-interstate-bridge-replacement/#new_tab) - Clark County Today, 13 April 2022
- [New renderings offer clearest picture yet of Interstate Bridge Replacement project design](https://bikeportland.org/2022/04/14/new-renderings-offer-clearest-picture-yet-of-interstate-bridge-replace-project-design-352112#new_tab) - Bike Portland, 14 April 2022
- [Government Has A Plan For A Troubled Bridge Over NW Waters](https://www.kxl.com/government-has-a-plan-for-a-troubled-bridge-over-nw-waters/#new_tab) - KXL, 14 April 2022
- [Newly formed ‘Just Crossing Alliance’ will push for greener, leaner Interstate 5 crossing project](https://bikeportland.org/2022/04/15/newly-formed-just-crossing-alliance-will-push-for-greaner-leaner-interstate-5-crossing-project-352274#new_tab) - Bike Portland, 15 April 2022
- [Changing climate an issue for Clark County farms, air, wildlife and rivers (paywall)](https://www.columbian.com/news/2022/apr/17/changing-climate-hurt-clark-county-farms-air-wildlife-and-rivers/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 17 April 2022
- [President Joe Biden visit to tout federal funding for Interstate Bridge Replacement](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/president-joe-biden-visit-to-tout-federal-funding-for-interstate-bridge-replacement/#new_tab) - Clark County Today, 18 April 2022
- [Sen. Wyden discusses President Biden's planned Portland visit on infrastructure](https://www.kgw.com/article/life/wyden-talks-infrastructure-ahead-of-president-biden-visit/283-7fdc32a7-50d1-4445-b920-283d85d88c5a#new_tab) - KGW8, 18 April 2022
- [Light rail on track for $4.8B Columbia River bridge replacement](https://www.thecentersquare.com/washington/light-rail-on-track-for-4-8b-columbia-river-bridge-replacement/article_02a3e83e-c273-11ec-9f83-6bd50da12280.html#new_tab) - The Center Square, 22 April 2022
- [U.S. Coast Guard comment period on 116-foot IBR ends April 25](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/u-s-coast-guard-comment-period-on-116-foot-ibr-ends-april-25/#new_tab) - Clark County Today, 19 April 2022
- [Youth activists have one message for President Biden: No more freeways](https://bikeportland.org/2022/04/20/youth-activists-will-address-biden-with-no-more-freeways-mantra-352478#new_tab) - Bike Portland, 20 April 2022
- [National megaproject experts meet, discuss Columbia River Crossing](https://pamplinmedia.com/but/239-news/542859-434734-national-megaproject-experts-meet-discuss-columbia-river-crossing#new_tab) - Portland Tribune, 20 April 2022
- [Can Portland Be a Climate Leader Without Reducing Driving? - The New York Times](https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2022/04/21/climate/portland-emissions-infrastructure-environment.html#new_tab) - New York Times, 21 April 2022
- [Portland’s freeway fight gets its due with major story in The New York Times](https://bikeportland.org/2022/04/21/portlands-freeway-fight-gets-its-due-with-major-story-in-the-new-york-times-352599#new_tab) - Bike Portland, 21 April 2022
- [I-5 expansion project proposes repeat of CRC (or slightly less wide version)](https://bikeportland.org/2022/04/21/interstate-5-expansion-project-proposes-repeat-of-crc-or-slightly-less-wide-version-352609#new_tab) - Bike Portland, 21 April 2022
- [Light rail recommended for new Interstate Bridge](https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/light-rail-new-interstate-bridge/283-b6db2fe8-bc65-4e08-bbfb-e84dfe473434#new_tab) - KGW8, 21 April 2022
- [I-5 Bridge project lands on light rail for replacement bridge](https://www.columbian.com/news/2022/apr/21/i-5-bridge-project-lands-on-light-rail-for-replacement-bridge/?fbclid=IwAR2gvXUFb8G5lPcfTTzHvHEdg2ZbThsJOD7KvferupLJRDa6Oz1QVoJaPlI#new_tab) - The Columbian, 21 April 2022
- [Interstate 5 bridge replacement committee supports controversial light rail option](https://katu.com/news/local/interstate-5-bridge-replacement-committee-supports-controversial-light-rail-option#new_tab) - KATU, 21 April 2022
- [New Interstate 5 bridge will include light rail crossing of Columbia River at Oregon-Washington line](https://www.opb.org/article/2022/04/21/interstate-5-bridge-trimet-max-light-rail-extension-oregon-washington-border-columbia-river/#new_tab) - OPB, 21 April 2022
- [Biden touts local benefits of infrastructure plan during Portland stop](https://www.columbian.com/news/2022/apr/21/biden-touts-local-benefits-of-infrastructure-plan-during-portland-stop/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 21 April 2022
- [New Interstate 5 bridge will likely include light rail crossing of Columbia River at Oregon-Washington line](https://www.opb.org/article/2022/04/21/interstate-5-bridge-trimet-max-light-rail-extension-oregon-washington-border-columbia-river/#new_tab) - OPB, 22 April 2022
- [Two Big Reasons States Keep Expanding Freeways](https://usa.streetsblog.org/2022/04/22/the-real-reason-states-keep-expanding-freeways/#new_tab) - Streetsblog, 22 April 2022
- [Here comes the LPA!](https://justcrossing.org/2022/04/04/here-comes-the-lpa/) - That's the "Locally Preferred Alternative", the project configuration that will be taken into the environmental review process. It's the key set of parameters that the eight local partner governments will be asked to endorse over the next few months. The IBR project has indicated that the LPA recommendation will include these key elements: Number of
- [First ‘visualization’ drawings released for replacement Interstate 5 Bridge](https://www.columbian.com/news/2023/may/25/first-visualization-drawings-released-for-replacement-interstate-5-bridge/#new_tab) - The Columbian, 25 May 2023

## Pages

- [Home](https://justcrossing.org/) - Seeking Sustainable and Equitable Outcomes from the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program The Just Crossing Alliance is seeking the most sustainable and equitable outcomes possible from the Interstate Bridge Replacement Project
- [IBR Comment Form](https://justcrossing.org/ibr-comment/) - Resources + Why use our comment form? The IBR project has been asked by advisory committee members to make public comments available in real-time, but has declined to do so. Just Crossing Alliance is providing a comment form that will both immediately submit comments to IBR and make them available in a viewable archive. Also,
- [Most Recent Comments](https://justcrossing.org/recent-comments/) - We also have a searchable archive. Entry Date18 November 2024 11:58 pmFirst NameMatthewLast NameAlexanderTopic AreaClimate ChangeCommentIt is incumbent on us, that we reduce greenhouse gas emissions dramatically in the next decade. This is not on track to happen, and will certainly not happen if we take the way things currently are to be the way
- [Public Comment Archive](https://justcrossing.org/comment-archive/) - This is a searchable, filterable archive of IBR public comments that have been submitted via the form on our site. If you prefer a faster read, you can look at our list of recent comments. You can search the text of comments or filter by topic area. Search Comment TextSearch Topic AreaAllTransportationInduced DemandHayden Island IssuesNavigationAcquisitions
- [IBR Public Comment Resources](https://justcrossing.org/ibr-public-comment-resources/) - These links are a combination of official project information, historical archives, and information that the Just Crossing Alliance has obtained via public records requests. We are providing this information to assist people and organizations in preparing comments for the upcoming public comment period. We're also blogging our insights into these documents. Public Records Review copies
- [IBR Insights](https://justcrossing.org/ibr-insights/) - Our Full Take on the SDEIS A few weeks ago we shared our hot takes on the IBR SDEIS. Now, believe it or not, we've had the opportunity to take in all 12,500+ pages and we have organized thoughts in five theme areas: The need for more credible traffic modeling Maximizing the potential of active
- [Miscellaneous Columbia River Crossing Documents](https://justcrossing.org/crc-misc/) - CRC_We_Cant_Wait_Governors.pdf CRCPermitTable.pdf RoleTribesandAgenciestoCRC.pdf We_Cant_Wait_Designation.pdf Biological Assessment Opinion Coast Guard Bridge Permit
- [Columbia River Crossing ROD](https://justcrossing.org/crc-rod/) - The Federal "Record of Decision" Appendix_A_Mitigation_Commitments.pdf Appendix_B_Maps_of_Selected_Alternative.pdf Appendix_C_Anticipated_Local_State_and_Federal_Permits_and_Approvals.pdf Appendix_D_FEIS_Errata.pdf Appendix_E_Instructions.pdf Appendix_F_Biological_Opinion.pdf Appendix_G_Section_106_Memorandum_of_Agreement.pdf CRC_ROD_Narrative_with_Signatures.pdf
- [IBR Pre-release Supplemental Draft EIS Files](https://justcrossing.org/ibr-pre-release-sdeis/) - The Just Crossing Alliance has obtained these files via public records requests.
- [Columbia River Crossing Final EIS (2013)](https://justcrossing.org/columbia-river-crossing-final-eis-2013/) - CRC_Acquisitions_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Acquisitions_Technical_Report_Appendices.pdf CRC Air Quality Technical Report - Final Environmental Impact Statement CRC_Air_Quality_Technical_Report_Appendices.pdf CRC_Archaeology_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Aviation_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Aviation_Technical_Report_Appendices.pdf CRC_CEVP_Workshop_Final_Report_August_2011.pdf CRC_Cumulative_Effects_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Cumulative_Effects_Technical_Report_Appendices.pdf CRC_Economics_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Ecosystems_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Ecosystems_Technical_Report_Appendices.pdf CRC_Electromagnetic_Fields_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Energy_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Environmental_Justice_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Environmental_Justice_Technical_Report_Appendices.pdf CRC_FEIS_Appendix_A.pdf CRC_FEIS_Appendix_B.pdf CRC_FEIS_Appendix_C.pdf CRC_FEIS_Appendix_Cover.pdf CRC_FEIS_Appendix_D.pdf CRC_FEIS_Appendix_E.pdf CRC_FEIS_Appendix_F.pdf CRC_FEIS_Appendix_G.pdf CRC_FEIS_Appendix_H.pdf CRC_FEIS_Appendix_I.pdf CRC_FEIS_Appendix_J.pdf CRC_FEIS_Appendix_K.pdf CRC_FEIS_Appendix_L.pdf CRC_FEIS_Appendix_M.pdf CRC_FEIS_Appendix_N.pdf CRC_FEIS_Appendix_O.pdf CRC_FEIS_Appendix_P.pdf Public Comment Report - see our reconstructed public comment index CRC_FEIS_Appendix_Q.pdf CRC_FEIS_Appendix_R.pdf
- [Columbia River Crossing Draft EIS (2008)](https://justcrossing.org/crc-draft-eis/) - Appendix_A_v7.pdf Appendix_B_v7.pdf Appendix_C_v7.pdf Appendix_D_v7.pdf Appendix_E_v7.pdf Appendix_F_v7.pdf Appendix_G_v7.pdf Appendix_H_v7.pdf Appendix_I_v7.pdf Appendix_J_v7.pdf Appendix_K_v7.pdf CRC_Acquisitions_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Acquisitions_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Aviation_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Aviation_Technical_Report_App_A.pdf CRC_Conceptual_Stormwater_Design_Report.pdf CRC_Cost_Risk_Assessment.pdf CRC_Cumulative_Effects_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_DEIS_Chapter_1_v7.pdf CRC_DEIS_Chapter_2_v7.pdf CRC_DEIS_Chapter_3_v7.pdf CRC_DEIS_Chapter_4_v7.pdf CRC_DEIS_Chapter_5_v7.pdf CRC_DEIS_COVER_final_85x11_v1.pdf CRC_DEIS_COVER_final_85x11_v2.pdf CRC_DEIS_Dividers_v7.pdf CRC_DEIS_Front_Matter_v7.pdf CRC_DEIS_Summary_v7.pdf CRC_Economics_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Ecosystems_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Electromagnetic_Fields_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Energy_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Environmental_Justice_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Exec_Summary_Cover.pdf CRC_Geology_and_Soils_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Hazardous_Materials_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Historic_Built_Environment_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Hydrology_and_Water_Quality_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Land_Use_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Navigation_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Neighborhoods_and_Population_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Noise_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Parks_and_Recreation_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Public_Services_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Stacked_Transit_Highway_Bridge_Memo.pdf CRC_Traffic_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Transit_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Utilities_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Visual_and_Aesthetics_Technical_Report.pdf CRC_Wetlands_and_Jurisdictional_Waters_Technical_Report.pdf GCC_Section_CRC_DEIS_Chapter_3_v7.pdf Transit Alignment Options Maps.pdf
- [Columbia River Crossing Public Comment Index](https://justcrossing.org/crc-public-comment-index/) - The archive for the Columbia River Crossing project Final Environmental Impact Statement (2013) omits the index of the public comments. We have recreated that index here: Responses to Comments made on CRC Draft EIS: May 2, 2008 through July 1, 2008 Instructions File Name Instructions.pdf Federal Agency Item Code Item Name
- [News](https://justcrossing.org/news/) - Recent coverage of the Interstate Bridge Replacement Project in the media. ‘It seems so outrageous’: C-Tran board shocked at $21.8M per year light rail budget staff unveils at meeting The Columbian, 11 December 2024 Pacific Northwest’s Largest Highway Project Ever Is in Deep Denial The Urbanist, 22 October 2024 New models give aerial view of
- [Project Timeline](https://justcrossing.org/timeline/) - We'll do our best to keep this up-to-date as the project continues, providing the project's timeline with our own annotations.
- [Tell Vancouver City Council you want an affordable, sustainable and equitable Interstate Bridge](https://justcrossing.org/tell-vancouver-city-council-you-want-an-affordable-sustainable-and-equitable-interstate-bridge/)
- [Tell Metro and Portland City Council you want an affordable, sustainable and equitable Interstate Bridge](https://justcrossing.org/tell-metro-and-portland-city-council-you-want-an-affordable-sustainable-and-equitable-interstate-bridge/)
- [Articles](https://justcrossing.org/articles/) - 12 Things the Oregon Legislature Should Know About IBRP by Alliance Team 29 November 2022 Columbian Takes IBR to Task on Coast Guard Issues by Alliance Team 6 November 2022 We’re Having a Party! by Alliance Team 15 July 2022 Action Alert: Tell Metro and Portland City Council to withhold approval of the Interstate Bridge
- [July House Party Contributions](https://justcrossing.org/july-22-house-party/)
- [Press Releases](https://justcrossing.org/press-releases/) - Just Crossing Alliance Testifies to Bi-State Interstate Bridge Replacement Committee about Friday’s revelation of $7.5 Billion Freeway Expansion12 December 2022 Portland Area Governments Unanimously Forward Carbon Intensive Infrastructure Plans14 July 2022 Just Crossing Alliance Asks LPA partners to Vote to Delay or Vote No on LPA until updated cost estimate, finance plan, and alternative phasable
- [Our Values](https://justcrossing.org/values/) - The Just Crossing Alliance’s advocacy around the proposed Interstate Bridge crossing is driven by an urgent need to mitigate and adapt to climate change, by strong values of environmental justice, environmental protection and social justice and by the need to balance the fiscal needs of many different transportation and other infrastructure priorities in our region.
- [Endorsing Partners](https://justcrossing.org/partners/) - Mobilizing Climate Action Together Sunrise PDX logo Sightline Institute Logo OPAL (Organizing Leaders/Activating People) Logo All Aboard Northwest Logo Association of Oregon Rail & Transit Advocates Logo Hayden Island Neighborhood Network Logo SE Uplift Logo No More Freeways Logo Front and Centered Logo Neighbors for Clean Air Logo Bird Alliance of Oregon Families for Safe
- [Calendar](https://justcrossing.org/calendar/) - Meetings affecting the Interstate Bridge Replacement Project. Meetings titles begin with the hosting organization. If you'd like to track these meetings in your calendar, you can import "justcrossingalliance@gmail.com" into your Google Calendar. Some other calendars can use our 'ics' feed: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/ical/justcrossingalliance%40gmail.com/public/basic.ics
- [Donate](https://justcrossing.org/donate/) - According to public records requests, the IBR project has already spent more than Seven Million Dollars (!) on communications. We need your help to get a justice-centered perspective on the project in front of decision makers. Any amount is appreciated. Note: your contribution will be processed by our fiscal partner, The Street Trust. Thank you!
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