City of Bend, Oregon

Transportation Plan update making progress

With considerable help from the Citywide Transportation Advisory Committee, the City has completed the first phase of the Transportation Plan update. Thousands of public comments are included. 

How the Budget Works

Taxes and fees allow the City to provide the core services you need to live your life – streets, water, sewer, public safety and much more. Watch this video to learn how the budget works.

January 2019 New City Councilors and Mayor

The City of Bend has two new members on the City Councilors and a new elected Mayor. Hear what they have to say.  

December 2018 Downtown Parking Changes

We're making changes to downtown parking to make parking easier, safer and more accessible to everyone. 

City Edition Climate Action Plan

The City is addressing climate change and we're asking for the community's help.

November 2018 Neighborhood Leadership Alliance

The City Council wants to know what neighbors think about current issues, so they formed a new advisory group to answer those questions. 

November 2018 Taxes and the Budget

A lot of you have questions about your property tax bills and where your property taxes and city fees are spent.  Here’s a breakdown on what your taxes and fees support.

September 2018 First Step app

Students in Central Oregon can now use an app from Bend Police and Bend LaPine Schools to help them cope with challenges they face in school and in life.

September 2018 Carbon Monoxide Safety

Carbon monoxide is a deadly killer. Here is valuable information from the Bend Fire Department on how you can prevent tragedy in your home. 

September 2018 Empire Avenue improvement project

Empire Avenue is due for some major upgrades, including a new roundabout at Purcell Boulevard.