Vancouver, Wash. – On Dec. 6, 2018, the operator of the Portland Vancouver Junction Railroad, PVJR, restricted the railroad tracks required for the operation of the Chelatchie Prairie Railroad BYCX holiday tree drive. The tree drive has been advertised in many local publications and historically has been a festive and popular community activity.

Clark County had been in discussions with PVJR regarding legal relationships that control aspects of the rail line operation when PVJR made the decision to restrict the tracks. Clark County’s position has been, and will continue to be, that PVJR and BYCX can continue operation of the railroad until a legal authority determines otherwise.

Clark County will continue to diligently pursue resolution with PVJR. The county will continue to be supportive of the volunteer Chelatchie Prairie Railroad organization.