A wise human once said, “Behind every great leader there stands a great dog.” To find out who’s really running this city, we interviewed some of Bend’s top dogs and discovered what really makes them tick—and what ticks them off. It should be noted that some city leaders do not have dogs (we’re not sure […]
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City Councilor Jodie Barram to Run for County Commissioner
We just got word that Jodie Barram, who’s been a Bend city councilor since 2008 and is the current mayor pro tem, is running for Deschutes County Commissioner. Barram, a Central Oregon native and democrat, will oppose incumbent Tony DeBone in the May 20 primary. From the press release: “I’m running for Deschutes County Commissioner […]
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City Will Re-Open Galveston/Riverside Intersection Sept. 17
After the re-opening of the Galveston/Riverside intersection on Sept. 17, traffic will flow more freely to Galveston Avenue businesses. The people spoke, and the City listened. After hearing complaints from business owners at the Sept. 4 City Council meeting, the City announced Friday it will re-open the intersection of Galveston Avenue and Riverside Boulevard on […]
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City Council Revisits Downtown Building Heights, Approves Limited Variance for First Reading
The lot adjacent to bend Brewing Company remains empty due to lack of developer interest. Property owners say a height variance would give them more options. Source Weekly file photo. “Oregonians hate two things,” Councilor Victor Chudowsky said, referencing a quote from former Metro Executive Officer Mike Burton that appeared in National Geographic magazine. “They […]
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Riverside/Galveston/Tumalo Closure Sparks Safety, Business Concerns
Residents says drivers aren’t following the intended detour. Image via City of Bend. The intersection at Northwest Riverside Boulevard, Galveston Avenue, and Northwest Tumalo Avenue is only two days into a two month construction closure, but area residents and business owners are already over it. At the Sept. 4 Bend City Council meeting, the visitor’s […]