Safety, Freight and Alternatives -- Economist Joe Cortright testifies to the Portland Planning Commission about the proposed $4.2 billion Columbia River Crossing. Part I raises questions about the validity of CRC traffic forecasts and global warming impacts. Part II shows how the CRC reinforces sprawl and would be a costly fiscal burden for decades. Part III shows addresses safety and freight movement and outlines an affordable, pay-as-you-go alternative.
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