Redmond Seeks Public Input on Potential Firework Ban
The Redmond City Council sought public testimony at a Nov. 12 meeting on a potential ban of the private use of fireworks within Redmond City Limits. The council did not plan to take action at the meeting, but a decision on banning the private use of fireworks is expected at a Dec. 10 Council meeting.
A dangerous fire season this year prompted the Redmond City Council to consider whether further restrictions are needed to ensure community safety, according to a press release. Residents are encouraged to provide input between Nov. 12 and Dec. 10.
“Each summer we hear concerns over the use of fireworks in our community. These are heightened by the prolonged drought we have been experiencing as well as the increased number of fires occurring around the region,” said Mayor Ed Fitch in a press release.
—Julianna LaFollette
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Suspicious Package Determined to Contain Hygiene Products
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to 1300 NW Wall Street on Nov. 12 following a report of a suspicious package at the front door of the Department of Human Services. The Oregon State Police Bomb Squad assisted DCSO with its investigation and around 1:30pm determined the suspicious package contained hygiene products. According to DCSO, there is no danger to the public at this time.
Due to the incident, there was heavy law enforcement presence, along with road closures in the area. DCSO said it will methodically open roadways and access to the area and buildings.
—Julianna LaFollette
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Bend Mayor Shares Post-Election Statement
Following the results of the 2024 election, Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler shared her thoughts in a newsletter and on social media. Kebler said that she was “heartened” that Oregon saw positive results for progress at the local and state level.
She added that while many in Bend are distressed about the return to a Trump-led administration, she believes the community can come together and keep moving forward.
“As your Mayor, I will advocate for every tool we have at the local, county, and state level to protect our residents from unfair treatment or targeted hate,” Kebler wrote. “Together, we can continue to stand up for what’s right, address the problems that are hurting our residents, and build a better Bend for the future.”
—Julianna LaFollette
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$70 million
-The annual economic output of Mt. Bachelor. From the Feature, “Mt. Bachelor is For Sale. What Does It Mean for Bend?”
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“I do think that if we have a small imprint of dispensaries in Redmond, I think that will provide the right balance between those who are for it and those who are against it.”
– Redmond Mayor Ed Fitch, from the News story, “Redmond Votes in Favor of Marijuana Dispensaries.”
This article appears in Source Weekly November 14, 2024.
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