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08/09/2016
Franklin Avenue and 8th/9th Street roundabout rebuild
The City of Bend is rebuilding the roundabout at Franklin Avenue and 8th/9th Street, starting August 15, 2016. The project will be completed by September 2, 2016, before school starts.
07/20/2016
City Council Approves Affordable Housing Contributions
On July 20, the City Council approved a number of actions that result in increased affordable housing supply in Bend. The City of Bend is the only city in Oregon that allocates this level of local revenue to affordable housing projects.
07/14/2016 2:00 PM
Special City Council meeting on Climate Action
The Bend City Council is holding a special meeting at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 21, at Council Chambers, City Hall, 710 NW Wall Street in Bend, to hear input from interested stakeholders and individuals on the creation of a Climate Action Policy for the City of Bend.
06/13/2016 2:00 PM
City offices close for meeting Thursday
June 16, 10:00 am - Noon...

All City News

Street Resurfacing - Night Work Scheduled
Construction begins September 5...
09/04/2012 9:00 AM
TRIP97
The TRIP97 effort is underway.
08/30/2012
Bend MPO 2012-2015 MTIP Amendments
Review Metropolitan Transportation Improvement Plan Amendments.
08/29/2012
Surface Water Project appeals dismissed
08/27/2012
Pavement maintenance work – expect delays
08/23/2012
Public Transit Plan UPDATE #3
View maps of transit analysis of future potential and service concepts.
08/15/2012 10:00 AM
Standards and Specifications - Comment Period Open
August 14 - October 31...
08/14/2012 3:00 PM
Traffic delays next week for pavement restoration
Aug. 15-16...
08/09/2012
Entrepreneur Magazine - "Bend Destined for Greatness"
Read the article...
08/08/2012
Heavy Smoke in the Bend Area
From the Lava Fire...
08/06/2012
Carolyn Eagan named Bend Business Advocate
New BEDAB members also named...
08/03/2012
"A" Level Electrical Inspection Delays
08/01/2012 7:00 AM
Sports equipment needed for Sister City of Condega, Nicaragua
Find out how you can help...
07/31/2012
Bend MPO 2012-2015 MTIP Amendments
Review 2012-2015 Metropolitan Transportation Improvement Plan Amendments.
07/30/2012
Reed Market Road Design Workshops
City is holding two public workshops to receive community input...
07/26/2012 7:00 AM
Inspection Scheduling Systems Down This Weekend
07/20/2012 11:00 AM
Brookswood Blvd./ Powers Rd. intersection closing for roundabout construction
Closing Monday, July 23...
07/19/2012
Forest Service approves city surface water pipeline project
07/12/2012
18th St. /Empire Ave. intersection closing for roundabout construction
Closing July 11...
07/06/2012
City implements utility rate increases
New city water and sewer utility rates took effect July 1.
07/05/2012
U.S. Rep. Walden assists Bend in seeking water treatment flexibility
"This is good news for Bend ratepayers,” said Bend Mayor Jeff Eager.
07/02/2012
2012 Fireworks on Pilot Butte
This year’s 4th of July celebration...
06/29/2012
July 4th Fireworks and Safety
The 4th of July holiday is always a busy time of year...
06/25/2012
Job Oppertunity - Firefighter/Paramedic
Closing Date/Time: Fri. 07/27/12 5:00 PM Pacific Time
06/25/2012
Increase in Development Fees Effective July 2
06/25/2012
Simpson Ave. /Mt. Washington Drive intersection closing
Beginning June 26...
06/21/2012
Road User Safety Week
Proclamation adopted for the third year in a row...
06/21/2012
Permit Center Will Be Open During Lunch Hours
Starting July 2, the Permit Center will be open from 9 A.M. to 4 P.M. Monday through Friday
06/20/2012 8:00 AM
Public meetings for new roundabouts at 18th St./ Empire Ave. and Brookswood Blvd./ Powers Rd.
June 26 & 27...
06/20/2012
Street maintenance work will cause delays next week
Work on Empire and Brookswood...
06/15/2012
City of Bend water customer awareness alert
Backflow testing solicitation...
06/11/2012
2012 ABC Award winners announced
The Arts, Beautification & Culture Commission honor those who enrich Bend...
06/11/2012
Road work to cause delays on Brookswood Blvd.
Work starts Monday, June 11...
06/01/2012
Outdoor debris burning will close Sunday, June 3rd at dusk
Outdoor debris burning in Deschutes County Rural Fire Protection District #2 will close on Sunday, June 3rd at dusk...
06/01/2012
Bend residents can file to run for City Council
Aug. 28 deadline to file completed petitions...
06/01/2012
City not involved in water line insurance letters
The City does not endorse or have any partnership with any organizations offering this service.
06/01/2012
Simpson/Mt Washington Roundabout Open House
Public meeting to be held for Simpson Ave. /Mt. Washington Drive roundabout construction
05/31/2012
Code Ready Smoke Alarm Campaign Coming to Neighborhoods in Bend!
Fire Department personnel and volunteers will be visiting neighborhoods this month...
05/30/2012
Keeping Safe In The Water
Drownings happen in a matter of seconds...
05/30/2012
Paving of Century Drive planned - Summer 2012
ODOT sets construction schedule for Century Drive.
05/25/2012
Big trucks, family fun - Public Works Open House scheduled
Wednesday, May 23...
05/14/2012
Applicants needed for Bend Economic Development Advisory Board
Deadline is June 1...
05/11/2012
Bend wins best tasting water in the Pacific Northwest
National competition is next...
05/10/2012
Bend Fire and Rescue names new Fire Marshal
Larry Medina fills role on June 26...
05/08/2012
Sewer Master Plan Stakeholder Group applicants needed
Deadline to apply is May 25...
05/03/2012
Bend MPO Public Transit Plan Update
The Bend MPO Public Transit Plan Update has some interesting statistics about our current transit plan. View our Project Update #2.
05/02/2012
Bend MPO Budget Committee Meeting
Please provide your input to the Bend MPO Draft Budget.
04/30/2012
City Council moves Surface Water Project closer to construction
04/19/2012
Bend Assistant City Manager appointed
Jon Skidmore will take the position...
04/18/2012
Possible traffic delays for pothole patching on Franklin Ave.
Work begins April 18...
04/17/2012
Deadline extended for Accessibility Advisory Committee applicants
Apply by April 25...
04/10/2012
City volunteer opportunities
Your chance to make a difference...
04/09/2012
Four candidates to interview for Bend Assistant City Manager
Public reception April 11...
04/04/2012
Surface Water Project News
Read the latest update from project manager, Heidi Lansdowne.
04/03/2012
Mt. Washington and Northwest Crossing roundabout to close
Construction begins April 16...
04/02/2012
Keep Debris Burning Safe and Legal
Debris burning is Central Oregon’s leading cause of human caused wildfires...
03/21/2012
Applicants needed for Accessibility Advisory Committee
Deadline to apply is Friday, April 6...
03/20/2012
Applicants needed for Accessibility Advisory Committee
Applications due April 6...
03/20/2012
City of Bend Planning Commission opening
Applications due by April 2...
03/16/2012
Artists and Environmental Organizations Prepare for City Walls at City Hall’s INSIDE::OUT Art Show Opening
Show opens at First Friday, April 6...
03/15/2012