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June 30, 2023

FIREWORKS LIMIT ACCESS TO POPULAR WATERFRONT AREAS ON THE 4TH AND 5TH

HOOD RIVER, OR – The 4th of July fireworks show preparations will limit access to several Port of Hood River waterfront properties on Tuesday and Wednesday.

The following areas will be closed or have limited access:

The Spit: The Port will close the Spit area at 8:00 a.m. on July 4 until noon on Wednesday, July 5.

Event Site Access to Sandbar: Access to the Sandbar from the Event Site will be closed at 7:00 p.m. on July 4 to all access, due to the fireworks display. Kiteboard launching and landing from the Event Site grass and beach is prohibited.

Marina Beach and Marina Park: The sandy area of the Marina Beach will be closed at 7:00 p.m. on July 4th due to the fireworks safety perimeter. No kiteboard launching and landing in this area. Once the Marina Park parking areas are full, “Closed” signs will be posted at the entrance and additional vehicles will not be allowed into Marina Park.

Fireworks of any kind are prohibited on all Port properties, including the Marina and Waterfront areas. People planning on watching the fireworks from the Marina and the Waterfront are reminded that the show’s conclusion usually brings very heavy traffic congestion and there will be significant delays in exiting the area. The Port urges patience and cooperation to help ease the pressure created by the large number of vehicles attempting to exit the area at the same time. Dark conditions and heavy pedestrian traffic during this time make it all the more important to use caution and take your time driving in the area. There is no overnight parking or camping allowed anywhere on Port property.

For more information, contact the Port of Hood River at (541) 386-1645 or via email to porthr@gorge.net for more information.

June 27, 2023

Event Site Closed to Kite Launching

Hello Kiters! The crowds have returned so it’s that time of year when kite launching from the Event Site beach/grass is closed for the season for safety reasons. Starting June 27th kite launching is allowed at the sandbar only, and will remain closed at the Event Site until October. Thank you for your cooperation.

June 9, 2023

NIGHTTIME BRIDGE CLOSURES COMING JUNE 20 – JULY 7 FOR REPAIRS TO STEEL TRUSS

****UPDATE**** June 30, 2023 – Contract crews have completed their work ahead of schedule. All remaining closures have been cancelled.

The Hood River-White Salmon Interstate bridge will be closed to all traffic Sundays through Thursdays from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., and on Fridays from 12:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m. beginning Tuesday, June 20 through July 7, 2023. On the 4th of July, the closure will end at 5:00 a.m. and will not resume until 9:00 p.m. on the 5th.

During the closures, crews from Abhe & Svoboda, Inc. will perform repairs to the steel truss members of the bridge. The work will include connection repairs, floorbeam knee brace repairs, rocker bearing modifications, debris removal, joint header repair, and sealing concrete cracks.

Work schedule shown below. For more information, contact the Port of Hood River via email to porthr@gorge.net.

Tuesday, June 20 – Bridge closed 9:00PM to 12:00AM

Wednesday, June 21 – Bridge closed at 12:00AM – 5:00AM and from 9:00PM to 12:00AM

Thursday, June 22 – Bridge closed at 12:00AM – 5:00AM and from 9:00PM to 12:00AM

Friday, June 23 – Bridge closed 12:00AM – 5:00AM

Saturday, June 24 – Bridge open all hours

Sunday, June 25 – Bridge closed 9:00PM to 12:00AM

Monday, June 26 – Bridge closed at 12:00AM – 5:00AM and from 9:00PM to 12:00AM

Tuesday, June 27 – Bridge closed at 12:00AM – 5:00AM and from 9:00PM to 12:00AM

Wednesday, June 28 – Bridge closed at 12:00AM – 5:00AM and from 9:00PM to 12:00AM

Thursday, June 29 – Bridge closed at 12:00AM – 5:00AM and from 9:00PM to 12:00AM

Friday, June 30 – Bridge closed 12:00AM – 5:00AM

Saturday, July 1 – Bridge open all hours

Sunday, July 2 – Bridge closed 9:00PM to 12:00AM

Monday, July 3 – Bridge closed at 12:00AM – 5:00AM and from 9:00PM to 12:00AM

Tuesday, July 4 – Bridge closed 12:00AM – 5:00AM

Wednesday, July 5 – Bridge closed 9:00PM – 12:00AM

Thursday, July 6 – Bridge closed at 12:00AM – 5:00AM and from 9:00PM to 12:00AM

Friday, July 7 – Bridge closed 12:00AM – 5:00AM

Updates to the closure schedule will be posted to portofhoodriver.com.

CIERRES NOCTURNOS DEL PUENTE DEL 20 DE JUNIO AL 7 DE JULIO

PARA REPARACIONES DE ARMADURA DE ACERO

HOOD RIVER, OR. – El puente interestatal Hood River-White Salmon estará cerrado a todo el tráfico de domingo a jueves de 9:00 p.m. a 5:00 a.m., y los viernes de 12:00 a.m. a 5:00 a.m. a partir del martes 20 de junio hasta el 7 de julio de 2023. El 4 de julio, el puente se abrirá a las 5:00 a. m. y el cierre no se reanudará hasta las 9:00 p. m. el día 5.

Durante los cierres, el equipo de Abhe & Svoboda, Inc. realizarán reparaciones a la armadura de acero del puente. El trabajo incluirá reparaciones de conexiones, reparaciones de rodilleras de vigas de piso, modificaciones de cojinetes de balancines, limpieza de escombros, reparación de cabezales de juntas y sellado de grietas de concreto. El cronograma de trabajo del proyecto se publicará en https://portofhoodriver.com.

June 8, 2023

Port Seeks Two New Members for Airport Advisory Committee

The Port of Hood River is seeking two members for the Airport Advisory Committee (AAC) which advises the Port Commission on issues at the Ken Jernstedt Airfield and is asked to provide input on planning, development, and other airport related items. The AAC is made up of 7 members of the public, as well as the Fixed Based Operator, WAAAM, and two Port Commissioners. Members serve 3 year terms and must be approved by the Commission.

To apply to serve on the AAC, please send the following information to the Port by either email or U.S. Mail no later than June 30, 2023:

Your name, address, email, phone, background, any pertinent experience, a list of any community activities and a statement of why you would like to serve on the Committee.

By mail to:

Port of Hood RiverAttn: Greg Hagbery1000 E. Port Marina DriveHood River, OR, 97031

By email to: ghagbery@portofhoodriver.com

For more information, call (541) 386-5116.

May 24, 2023

Hood River-White Salmon Bridge Replacement seeks input on toll increase options at open house events

Hood River, OR – Members of the public and interested parties are invited to upcoming open house events to learn about the Hood River-White Salmon Bridge Replacement project and provide input that will inform future toll pricing.

Open house events:

Wednesday, May 31 – White SalmonTime: 4:30-7 p.m.Location: White Salmon Library Gallery, 77 NE Wauna Ave, White Salmon, WA 98672

Wednesday, June 7 – Hood River Time: 4:30-7 p.m.May Street Elementary School Gym, 1001 10th St, Hood River, OR 97031

Online open houseThis forum will launch May 31 and will accept input through June 14.Check hoodriverbridge.org on or after May 31 for the link to join.

Increased tolls are necessary to build a new bridge. The Bridge Replacement Bi-State Working Group is considering two tolling options, which will be presented at the open house events. The Port of Hood River Board of Commissioners will decide which package to pursue based on feedback from these events and input from the Bi-State Working Group, so those impacted are encouraged to attend.

The in-person events will be bilingual (English/Spanish), drop-in style events where members of the public can review informational displays, get answers from project staff members, and provide input on tolling considerations. The events will not include formal presentations. Spanish-language interpretation and handouts will be available, as well as activities for children and light refreshments.

Learn more about the bridge replacement project at hoodriverbridge.org.

FIREWORKS LIMIT ACCESS TO POPULAR WATERFRONT AREAS ON THE 4TH AND 5TH

Event Site Closed to Kite Launching

NIGHTTIME BRIDGE CLOSURES COMING JUNE 20 – JULY 7 FOR REPAIRS TO STEEL TRUSS

Port Seeks Two New Members for Airport Advisory Committee

Hood River-White Salmon Bridge Replacement seeks input on toll increase options at open house events

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