The Ferry Deadline at the River Crossing
County commissioners force a standoff over the local river ferry franchise, giving the operator three months to relocate or lose his rights.
Unless W. D. Church has moved his ferry from its present location at Wallula to the O-W. R. N. bridge by April 6, the application of John Tyacke for a ferry at the upper crossing will be granted. The county commissioners decided that under the terms of his franchise, Mr. Church was entitled to first choice to the upper crossing. Because of the possibility of a freeze-up, the board gave him ninety days to make good his promise. In the meantime, Mr. Tyacke’s application will be kept on file. Mr. Tyacke has announced that in case Mr. Church does move, he will make application for a franchise at Wallula.
“Because of the possibility of a freeze-up, the board gave him ninety days in which to make good his promise.”
The management of river crossings and transport infrastructure remains a critical aspect of Kennewick's connection to the surrounding Tri-Cities geography.
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