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THE CHARBONNEAU VILLAGER 15 February 2019 City one step closer to French Prairie Bridge design Charbonneau O n Dec. 5, the French Prairie Bridge Task Force identified two bridge types — suspension bridge (pic- tured) and cable stay bridge — for further evaluation as the City of Wil- sonville continues to develop a proposal for a bike/pedestrian/emergency vehicle crossing over the Willamette River. Provided the task force's recommendations are endorsed by City Council in January, the French Prairie Bridge project team may begin a more detailed assessment of the two bridges, including impacts, renderings and cost estimates. This in-depth evaluation is informing the selection of a preferred bridge type, scheduled for consideration by the Wilsonville City Council and Clackamas Board of County Commissioners in April. The Task Force reviewed five possible bridge types, including input provided by the Technical Advisory Committee and the general public. A steel truss bridge was eliminated for aesthetic considerations, a tied arch bridge was eliminated because of potential costs and environmental impacts.  singles now all- female CITY OF WILSONVILLE A suspension bridge design is among the finalists chosen by the French Prairie Bridge Task Force to submit for approval from the Wilsonville City Council. A steel girder bridge was preferred by some task force members as the least expensive option, but the majority of task force members favored a more aesthetically-pleasing solution that delivered fewer impacts. Beyond visual appeal, rationale cited by the Task Force for its selections included appeal to visitors, cost considerations and a desire to have as little impact as possible on the Willamette River, marina operations and Boones Ferry Park. The French Prairie Bridge would fill a critical gap in the region's multi-modal transportation infrastructure, connecting the Portland metro area to the Willamette Valley Scenic Bikeway and narrowing a 30-mile gap that separates local Willamette River crossings for cyclists and pedestrians. For more information, visit frenchprairiebridgeproject.org or contact Zach Weigel, Capital Projects Engineering Manager, 503-570- 1565; [email protected]. ■ With the arrival of the New Year, Charbonneau Singles has taken on a new look: WOMEN ONLY, and a new name: “SOLO SISTERS.” We hope to appeal to more Charbonneau women who are looking for a fun place to meet other single women with similar interests and to make new friends. We enjoy regular Happy Hour gatherings on the second Wednesday of each month at area restaurants. Once a quarter we organize an additional event, such as potlucks, game nights and holiday parties. Over the holidays we enjoyed a festive dinner in the Fireplace Room of the Country Club. So, ladies, please join us and become a Solo Sister! If you would like to receive our monthly emails or more information, please contact our Membership Chairman: Deanna Morgan, at deannamorgan@ gmail.com or call her and leave a message at 503-709-0910. ■ There’s no place like home. We help you stay there. Call for Call Senior Senior Helpers Helpers for for expertly expertly trained trained caregivers caregivers in-home care as well as dementia and Parkinson’s. in dementia, Parkinson’s and in-home care. Bonded and insured. 503-892-1189 503-892-1189