IBR Gets Federal Approval — But Where's the $9B?

The Interstate Bridge Replacement Program secured its federal Record of Decision, but Neighbors for a Better Crossing says the $14.4 billion project has only $5.7 billion identified — leaving roughly $9 billion unaccounted for before procurement begins. NFBC chair Gary Clark is demanding an independent audit and a complete funding plan before contractors are hired. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-ibr-receives-federal-record-of-decision-but-major-funding-questions-remain-unanswered/ #IBRProgram #InterstateBridgeReplacement #ColumbiaRiverCrossing #Transportation #ClarkCounty #Vancouver #Washington #Oregon #Infrastructure #Taxpayers