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A broad group of businesses, ports and community groups have organized a coalition to support the Columbia River Crossing project. The Coalition will advocate for the
state and federal funding necessary to build this crucial transportation improvement.
The group organizing the Columbia River Crossing Coalition is now seeking financial
contributions from organizations throughout Oregon and Washington to staff and grow
the Coalition.
- Encompasses a five-mile segment of Interstate 5 between Vancouver, Washington and Portland, Oregon
- Includes seven interchanges and a replacement bridge
- Includes light rail extending to Clark College
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- Safer access for commuters, travelers and emergency vehicles
- New lanes for bike and pedestrian commuters
- 21st Century structure built to handle our transportation needs far into the future
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- Transit system improvements — More choices to get from here to there
- Better air quality — Reduces truck and automobile idling times
- Tolling helps reduce our regional transportation carbon footprint
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- Provides improved freight mobility for businesses in Washington and Oregon
- Accessibility to major tourism spots throughout the region
- Improves commerce on major international economic corridor between Canada and Mexico
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Join our e-mail list and receive updates and meeting notices on coalition activities.
For more information or to join the coalition, please contact:
Heather Rice, Project Manager, 503.552.5011
Columbia River Crossing
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