Opinion: The high cost of doing nothing, or why Oregon must fund wildlife crossings

Every year in Oregon, wildlife-vehicle collisions cause tragedy and cost. On average, four people lose their lives and over 500 are injured each year in crashes involving wildlife. The toll on animals is even more staggering — an estimated 14.5 million animals are killed on Oregon roads each year. The financial impact? Over $132 million annually in damages, emergency response and other costs.