Cold Weather Preparation in Redmond
With snow on the ground and the weather calling for extreme cold temperatures in the coming days, including single-digit and sub-zero temperatures in some areas, Deschutes County advises people to stay warm and take precautions.
A cold weather advisory covers Central Oregon, with record cold temperatures possible in Madras, Redmond, Sisters and Sunriver.
Deschutes County Public Health, in coordination with community partners across the region, offered a list of warming shelters and encourages anyone who does not have adequate heating to visit one during these extreme weather conditions, according to a press release.
In the City of Redmond, people can find shelter at Shepherd’s House Ministries and the Redmond Library.
Mayor Ed Fitch Addressed Community at State of the City
On Feb. 6, Mayor Ed Fitch presented the annual State of the City address at Redmond City Hall, reflecting on the past year, providing updates on city projects and looking at priorities for 2025.
In a press release, Fitch added, “I again look forward to sharing the challenges we face as a community, how the city is working to manage growth and providing the community with quality services through transparency and an open government.”
Fitch shared focus areas for the city, including fiscal responsibility, quality of life, economic vitality, public safety and environmental stewardship. Fitch also provided an overview of priorities such as infrastructure, affordable housing and water conservation initiatives, among others.
The City of Redmond launched a poll, asking residents to solicit input on City Council priorities. People are encouraged to complete the poll and submit comments by Feb. 15.
This article appears in The Source Weekly February 13, 2025.
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