Lighting of Centennial Arch

The 13-ton Tri-Cord Centennial Arch at the entrance to downtown Troutdale is having lighting installed.  The arch was dedicated in 2010 but, at that point the lighting had not been installed. As beautiful as the arch is during the daytime, it was nearly invisible at night and in particular during the dark winter months.

The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers local 48 has come to the rescue. They, along with the National Electrical Contractors Association, Oregon Columbia Chapter have donated their services and materials to complete this project. The total gift amounts to over $20,000 according to the IBEW.  We want to thank both organizations for making such a magnanimous donation.

A big shout-out to Clif Davis, who is the business manager of the IBEW local 48, for shepherding this project. Also a big thank you to Tim Gauthier manager of Oregon Columbia Chapter of the National Electrical Contractors Association

For those who would like to see the Centennial Arch, it is located to the east of 257th on Historic Columbia River Highway in downtown Troutdale. The project is expected to be completed by Friday, August 17, 2012.

Mayor Jim Kight says, "Thanks IBEW Local 48 & Oregon Columbia Chapter of NEC!"