Inside Bend

This month. we’re joined by Housing Director Lynne McConnell as we take a look at the work her department is doing.  We cover the need for more types of housing options, discuss affordable housing, and the role that this department plays in helping to create shelters.

Core Area Project Manager Allison Platt joins us to discuss what is taking place in the Core Area and why the City is investing in development in this area of town.

Interested in learning more about bicycle and pedestrian safety? Look no further than this month’s episode of Inside Bend! We dive into the Neighborhood Street Safety Program to learn more about how it works, and what it hopes to achieve by taking community feedback to make our streets better for everyone to use.

On this month’s episode of Inside Bend we are joined by two guests as we discuss the development of the camping code. Bend City Councilor Megan Perkins and Assistant City Attorney Ian Leitheiser discuss how the camping code is being developed, why it's being developed and how enforcement of the code will work.

Welcoming Week is right around the corner! This month’s guest on Inside Bend is Community Relations Manager Zavi Borja, who is organizing Welcoming Week. Zavi builds relationships with community members that may not otherwise be heard to help create an inclusive City for everyone. He also explains what he loves about Welcoming Week and how you can get involved with the events.

On this episode we’re joined by Long Range Planning Manager Brian Rankin, who is heading up the Stevens Road Tract Concept Plan. This is a plan that will add 261 acres of land to the Bend Urban Growth Boundary which was made possible by the passing of House Bill 3318 in 2021. The plan outlines the creation of a complete community that will include deed-restricted affordable, workforce, and market-...

In this special episode of Inside Bend, Bend Fire & Rescue Deputy Chief Trish Connolly explains how you can Own Your Zone. This episode breaks down defensible space and focuses on Zone Three, giving great tips on what you can do to protect your home and community.

In this special episode of Inside Bend, Bend Fire & Rescue Deputy Fire Marshal Dan Derlacki explains how you can Own Your Zone. This episode breaks down defensible space and focuses on Zone Two, giving great tips on what you can do to protect your home and community.

On this month’s episode of Inside Bend, we are joined by Business Advocate Ben Hemson. He breaks down the transient room tax, the revenue it brings into the City and tourism’s impact on the region.

In this special episode of Inside Bend, Bend Fire & Rescue Deputy Chief Trish Connolly explains how you can Own Your Zone. This episode breaks down defensible space and focuses on Zone One, giving great tips on what you can do to protect your home and community.

With increased wildfire risk across the West, it’s more important than ever that we do our part to lessen the impact of a potential wildfire. On this month’s episode of Inside Bend, we chat with Chief Todd Riley from Bend Fire & Rescue. He explains what Bend Fire & Rescue and the City are doing to help mitigate the risk of wildfire and explains how everyone can do their part to help protect our co...

The first project of the voter-approved 2020 Transportation General Obligation Bond kicked off in March with a roundabout starting construction on the Wilson Corridor Improvements Project!  On this month’s episode of Inside Bend, we speak to Principal Engineer Sinclair Burr about the projects that will be funded by the $190 million bond. The projects aim to improve traffic flow, create better east...

This month on Inside Bend we talk to City of Bend Police Chief Mike Krantz to learn more about the development of the Police Chief’s Advisory Council. Chief Krantz explains what the council is, why it’s important, and what he hopes he and the Bend Police Department will be able to gain from forming the council. Chief Krantz also explains how you can get involved with the council and be a voice for...

This month’s episode of Inside Bend features a discussion with three City staff members as we learn more about a topic that is very important to the City and our community: Houselessness. There is so much that the City is working on and we wanted to give you an update on what is being done to create more shelter options for those who are experiencing homelessness. Affordable Housing Coordinator Am...

Have you ever wondered why developments around town are located where they are?  With the City of Bend continuing to grow it's important to understand how development in the state of Oregon works. In this month’s episode of Inside Bend, Community Relations Manager Makayla Oliver shares information on Land Use education materials and how your Neighborhood Association can help get you involved in th...

Let's talk water conservation! You might be asking yourself, ‘Why are we talking water conservation during the winter months?’  Well, the answer is simple, if you conserve water during the winter months, you can save money on your utility bill by the time summer rolls around. Utility Program Manager for Water Conservation Dan Denning explains just what you can do to help save water and save money!

In this special episode of Inside Bend, we give some great tips on removing snow from your driveway, sidewalks, roof and even around the fire hydrant in your neighborhood.

In this special episode of Inside Bend, we give some great tips on preparing for the winter season. With cold weather and the potential for snow in the forecast, everyone has a responsibility to prepare for winter. That means getting resources and supplies lined up before the big storm hits.

In this special episode of Inside Bend, we give some great advice on how to prepare for winter driving, what to expect when you hit the road and how to get safely to your destination. We also touch on parking and how that is affected around town during a snow event.

Have you ever asked yourself why your street hasn’t been plowed yet during a snowstorm?  With cooler temperatures and winter right around the corner, we spoke to Transportation and Mobility Department Director David Abbas for this month’s episode of Inside Bend and asked him that exact question. He also explains what it takes to get crews ready for those snowy days! 

Have you ever wondered how the City Council sets its goals and the City’s operating budget?   Well, this month’s episode features a great discussion with City Manager Eric King, where he dives into how that process works. He also explains how those goals have an impact on the day-to-day lives of those in our community. Eric also touches on how the City is responding to the pandemic and the housing...

This episode features a great discussion with Recovery Strategy and Impact Officer Carolyn Eagan. She discusses Project Turnkey, a program that allowed the City to purchase an underused motel to turn it into transitional housing. She gives an update on how the project is going and just how it will help fill a need for community members who are experiencing homelessness.

We chat with Parking Services Division Manager Tobi Marx to learn how parking management works and talk about some of the new parking changes around downtown. We also take a look at the future of parking in the Bend.

We chat with Bend Fire and Rescue Deputy Chief Trish Connolly about fire danger and what you can do to help keep your home and community safe from a devastating wildfire.