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In Bend, the City Councilors and the Mayor are elected by the voters to serve four-year terms. The Mayor leads the City Council meetings and acts as an ambassador for the city. The Councilors choose one of the elected City Councilors to be the Mayor Pro Tem.
As stewards of the city, the Council is accountable to the people of Bend and responsible for providing excellent city services. City Council is committed to serving everyone fairly, creating a more connected community, and preserving Bend’s spirit as we grow. Council strives to achieve equity and justice for everyone in Bend.
The Council believes that Bend can be a city for everyone, where we all share in the prosperity and promise of this unique and beautiful place. They honor the people who came before us on these lands and recognize that the health of our community depends on the health of our environment.
Meetings
The City Council meets on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at 6:00 p.m. for a Business Meeting, and on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. for a Work Session, unless otherwise noted. Check the calendar for details.
City Council meetings are held at the City of Bend Council Chambers in City Hall, located at 710 NW Wall Street. The public can join in person or virtually.
Meetings are broadcast live on the City's website and on COTV Channel 11.
Monthly Meeting Recap
Each month, one of our Councilors gives a quick update on what the City Council has been working on. Check out the most recent recap below or click the icon in the upper right of the video to see an earlier month's wrap-up.
Upcoming Meetings
City Council Special Meeting on Climate Action
- Date: 07/21/2016 4:30 PM
- Location: City Hall
710 NW Wall Street
Bend, Oregon
Agenda
City Council Special Session on Climate Action Policy
Thursday, July 21, 2016
City Hall | City Council Chambers
710 NW Wall Street Bend, Oregon
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4:30 p.m. Introduction and Summary of Direction to Date
- Create City accountability for creating a Climate Action Plan
- Establish an ad hoc Climate Action Steering Committee (CASC)
- Set aspirational goals
- Make the process mandatory with proposed timelines
Audio
Part 1 Introduction
Part 2 Presentations
Part 3 Individual Comments
Part 4 Closing Remarks
4:45 p.m. Background Information Presentation
- OSU Cascades GHG Emission Inventory for City Operations - 10 minutes
- Examples of what other communities are doing - 5 minutes
5:00 p.m. Organizational Feedback on Draft Resolution
- Environmental Organizations - 30 minutes Presentation
- Business Organizations - 30 minutes Presentation
- External Agencies - 20 minutes
NOTE: Each organization should address the following points:
- What are your organization's primary questions or concerns with the Climate Action policy?
- What are the key concepts you want to emphasize for Council?
- What is most important to have in this policy in order for you to engage in the climate action planning process?
- What do you want your role to be in the climate action planning process (observer, participant, expert, partner for action implementation, other)?
6:20 Public Comment Section (individual comments- 3 minutes each)
Council Deliberations and Next Steps
- Summary and decision on key concepts
- Timeframe for working with subgroup of Council on final policy
- Schedule for Council Action on Climate Policy
Accessible Meeting/Alternate Format Notification
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Meet the Council
Council Goals
Council Goals and supporting strategies are set every two years and drive staff work plans.
2025-27 Council Goals
The City of Bend City Council is committed to thoughtful leadership and delivering essential services that support everyone in our community. The 2025-27 goals are shaped by community input and focus on creating equitable access to services and opportunities for Bend community members.
Council Subcommittees
The City Council has four subcommittees: Community Building, Stewardship, Public Contracts, and the Audit Subcommittee. Each one focuses on various parts of city policy, planning, and decision-making. These subcommittees also give Council advisory boards and committees more chances to share their ideas and help shape the Council's decisions through discussions.
Connect with Council
To connect with the Bend City Council, you can email them at council@bendoregon.gov or attend Council meetings. Meetings are broadcast live on the city's website and COTV Channel 11. You can also request the Mayor or Councilors to attend your event, invite them to an event, request a proclamation, or apply for sponsorship funds.