May 24, 2023

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 Salmon
  Time: 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 house
  This 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.