Committee repeatedly prioritizes maintenance, preservation and safety over new projects
Multiple panelists and committee members urged prioritizing maintenance, preservation and safety — especially for rural roads, bridges and critical corridors — arguing that deferred upkeep increases long‑term costs and risks emergency access.
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When asked which work should come first if the state cannot fund everything, panelists consistently answered: maintenance, preservation and safety. Multiple speakers — including Tammy (Deschutes County/COG) and Lisa Collier (Wallowa County) — said maintaining the existing system avoids higher replacement costs, preserves freight and emergency access and protects rural livelihoods.
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