RIVERS -- Plans for replacing Sullivan Road's deteriorating west bridge over the Spokane River apparently include provision for recreational river access, according to canoe, kayaking and rafting groups that have been meeting with Spokane Valley planners.

"Had a very good meeting with engineers and City of the Valley officials last week and it looks like some new access is in the works when the project is done," said Paul Delaney in an email to members of Northwest Whitewater.

City planners will explain the project in detail during a public presentations at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Jan. 9 at CenterPlace, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley. 

Waters sports enthusiasts should be involved with this process to lend their support to keeping river access on the agenda.