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World Trade and Columbia bridge projects: environmental review, donation program and schedule updates
Summary
Committee staff reported environmental delays tied to endangered mussel surveys that pushed a construction timeline from 2027 to 2028, discussed a $1.5 million small-scale donation acceptance project (DAP) for land/connectivity, and noted ongoing coordination with federal agencies and engineers.
Bridge staff updated the Port of Entry Advisory Committee on multiple project-level issues affecting bridge expansions and adjacent projects.
World Trade Bridge and Columbia Bridge: staff and committee members reported continued federal engagement on bridge expansions but clarified that the recent Washington, D.C., trip did not finalize any funding. Members stressed the need for two complementary bridge expansions to handle projected traffic growth and specialized cargo.
Environmental review: staff…
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