Bridging the Gap

A monthly blog from the PNWER RIA program

The PNWER Regional Infrastructure Accelerator program aims to address funding and information gaps by empowering communities to identify, understand and navigate federal financing mechanisms so they can get their transportation infrastructure projects over the finish line. Bridging the Gap is a monthly blog that provides education on innovative funding solutions, highlights community projects and promotes a more resilient Pacific Northwest.

Patty Kieburtz 9/26/24 Patty Kieburtz 9/26/24

The Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority’s Progress on the Corridor ID Program: Advancing Rail Connectivity Across Rural Communities

This month's blog, guest-authored by our subrecipient Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority, dives into the progress being made to revitalize the Big Sky North Coast passenger rail line from Chicago to Seattle.

Patty Kieburtz 8/30/24 Patty Kieburtz 8/30/24

Green Transportation 101: Understanding the Path to Eco-Friendly Fleets

In this month’s blog, we’ll explore the essentials of the transition to a green commercial transportation network, including the vehicles that drive it, the infrastructure that fuels it, and the knowledge gaps we still need to fill.

Patty Kieburtz 7/31/24 Patty Kieburtz 7/31/24

Innovation for Impact: Recapping the 2024 PNWER Annual Summit

Learn about key themes and outcomes from the 2024 PNWER Annual Summit, including conversations on how our region can work together to reshape our transportation networks.

Patty Kieburtz 6/28/24 Patty Kieburtz 6/28/24

Connecting Big Sky Country: PNWER RIA Team Visits Montana to Talk Passenger Rail

Learn about the PNWER RIA team’s visit to Big Sky Country! We attended Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority’s Annual Meeting and listened in on the Federal Railroad Administration’s final stakeholder engagement meeting for its Long-Distance Service Study.

Patty Kieburtz 5/16/24 Patty Kieburtz 5/16/24

Full Steam Ahead: Launching Our Expanded RIA Program

Work on our expanded Regional Infrastructure Accelerator program has officially begun! Learn more about our projects and what we have planned for the next two years.

Patty Kieburtz 4/30/24 Patty Kieburtz 4/30/24

Who Pays for That? A Simple Guide to Infrastructure Funding & Financing

Patty Kieburtz 3/27/24 Patty Kieburtz 3/27/24

PNWER RIA Celebrates Two Years: Lessons Learned & Looking Forward

Learn about what the PNWER Regional Infrastructure Accelerator has been up to & what’s next!