Chelatchie Prairie Railroad
Railroad Advisory Board
The Clark County Railroad Advisory Board studies ways to improve the economic stability of the railway and explores recreational opportunities and other types of uses for the rail line.
Appointed by the Clark County Council, the 15-member advisory board represents a variety of interests, including BNSF Railway, Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce, Visit Vancouver USA, Columbia River Economic Development Council, Clark County Parks Advisory Board, Battle Ground Chamber of Commerce, Washington State University Extension, trail organizations and citizens.
If you would like a member of the Railroad Advisory Board to speak at a community meeting or event, please contact Dan Weaver at: danielcweaver@q.com
Members
| Name | Term Expires |
|---|---|
| Daniel Weaver, 2018 Chair | 12/31/2019 |
| Kent Cash, Port of Vancouver | 12/31/2020 |
| Neil Chambers | 12/31/2021 |
| Dick Clairmont | 12/31/2021 |
| Eric Fuller | 12/31/2020 |
| Rick DeNise | 12/31/2019 |
| John Hansen | 12/31/2019 |
| Lloyd Lycan | 12/31/2021 |
| Jack H. Melton | 12/31/2021 |
| Dave Nelson | 12/31/2019 |
| Jim Pearson | 12/31/2019 |
| Brittany Bagent, Columbia River Economic Development Council | 12/31/2020 |
| John J. Shaffer | 12/31/2021 |
| vacant, City of Battle Ground | 12/31/2020 |
| Jennifer Campos, City of Vancouver | 12/31/2020 |
| Randy Williams, Battle Ground, Yacolt & Chelatchie Prairie Railroad Association | Ex-Officio |
| Eric Temple, Portland Vancouver Junction Railroad | Ex-Officio |
Meetings
When: 4-5:30 pm the second Monday of each month
Where: Sixth-floor training room, Public Service Center, 1300 Franklin St.
County staff: Carolyn Heniges, Railroad Coordinator