City of Bend, Oregon

City Edition - Priority Sewer Projects

A citizen panel charged with finding an affordable solution for Bend’s pressing sewer problems saw the results of their work recently, and they were good.  Because of sophisticated modeling techniques, the price tag for sewer improvements is less than anticipated.

City Edition - Growth Management

The City has reorganized to better plan for growth.  A new department now combines the city’s existing long-range planners and traffic engineers to more effectively plan for Bend’s future.

City Edition - Bend 2030

Bend 2030 is approaching its 10-year anniversary. Here’s how that project and its members are helping the city plan for the future.

City Edition - Irrigation Tips

Its irrigation season again and with higher demand for city water, here’s how you can make good choices on the amount of water you put on your lawn.

City Edition - New Water Rate Structure

The City is embarking on a project to revamp the water rate structure.  The goal is to make rates as fair as possible while providing enough money to maintain a reliable system.  Here’s more on the process and how you can get involved.

City Edition - Crisis Intervention Training

Crisis Intervention Training is an important component in both law enforcement and the overall judicial system.  Bend Police officers receive training, and mental health problems are a critical issue for other agencies in Deschutes County.

City Edition - Economic Development Partnerships

Statistics show Bend’s economy is improving and there is help to make it even better if you have the entrepreneurial spirit.  Here are some people you can contact to obtain help in starting or growing a business in Bend.

City Edition - Bridge Creek Pipeline Groundbreaking

The Bridge Creek Pipeline Replacement Project is well underway on Skyliners Road and pipe is in the ground.  The project replaces two aging water lines with a single new line.

City Edition - Bend Police Department Leadership

The Bend Police Department has new leadership under Chief Jim Porter and a renewed mission to regain your trust in the men and women of the department.

City Edition - Bridge Creek Pipeline Construction

After years of planning, the Bridge Creek Pipeline Replacement Project is a go.  Construction kicks off this month so you can continue to enjoy the high quality water the city has been providing from this Cascade mountain source since 1928.