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Sellwood Bridge revisions could save $41 million
Revised plans for the Sellwood Bridge replacement could reduce construction costs by up to $41 million, according to a new estimate by the project's advisory committee.
County close to Sellwood Bridge fee decision
The Clackamas County Board of Commissioners next week will hold its final public meeting to discuss adding a $5 fee to vehicle registrations to pay for the county's part of the Sellwood Bridge replacement.
A troubled bridge over water
Simon and Garfunkel sang about a bridge over troubled waters. In this case, it's the bridge that is the problem, not the water.
A troubled bridge over water
Simon and Garfunkel sang about a bridge over troubled waters. In this case, it's the bridge that is the problem, not the water.
RFP: Sellwood Bridge Project – Engineering Consultant Services
Bid Date/Time: Nov. 8, 4 p.m. Multnomah County is seeking one professional contractor to provide engineering consultant services for the complete final design and construction assistance engineering for the Sellwood Bridge project.
Portland, county in Sellwood Bridge fight
The city of Portland claims its taxpayers are paying for an unfair amount of the project's $330 million cost, and it wants to be able to back out from its financial obligation if the imbalance isn't corrected. The impasse threatens to delay the project's 2012 construction start date.
Public votes on Sellwood Bridge design
The replacement Sellwood Bridge is closer to having a design after a series of votes which let citizens and community groups involved in the project weigh in on the look of the proposed bridge.
Vehicle fee considered in Clackamas County
Clackamas County's board of commissioners will meet June 8 to discuss a proposed vehicle registration fee that would help fund the Sellwood Bridge replacement project.
Anti-tax effort means trouble for Sellwood Bridge
Portland's decaying Sellwood Bridge will likely not be replaced if a local ballot initiative passes. The initiative would require voter approval of all new vehicle taxes passed, which would hurt the project's funding.
Money is big issue for $321M Sellwood Bridge project
A new Sellwood Bridge is expected to cost $321 million, and Multnomah County still doesn鈥檛 know where all the money will come from. Millions of dollars could soon be devoted to the project, but nothing is certain, according to the county. Months of negotiations and discussions are looming.
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Commentary
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- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
