News
Jim Beauchemin Named to Juniper Ridge Committee
Jun 06, 2019BANA board member Jim Beauchemin has been appointed to the City of Bend advisory committee on Juniper Ridge. The committee is tasked with reviewing the plan and agreements covering the development of the large JR parcel in the Boyd Acres Neighborhood.
Matt Stuart, newly hired staff to the committee, announced the news this week.
Share Your Ideas on Transportation
Jun 03, 2019Please take a few minutes to take the Bend Transportation Survey- www.bendoregon.gov/
This short survey is about transportation issues in Bend. The City of Bend is considering making strategic investments to reduce traffic congestion and improve the safety of neighborhood streets. These improvements could require an increase in local taxes or fees. Nothing has been decided yet – there will be many opportunities to engage in community discussions in the coming months. Thank you for taking the time to share your views.
Want to learn more about what’s going on with Bend's Transportation Plan? Visit www.bendoregon.gov/city-
Residents Encouraged to Use Water Wisely Outdoors
Jun 02, 2019As growing season in Central Oregon begins, the City of Bend WaterWise Program encourages residents to take an active role in managing their outdoor water.
“This is the time of year when we see landscape irrigation systems start to come on and water demands increase,” said Mike Buettner, City of Bend Water Conservation Program Manager. “It’s important to make sure your irrigation system is operating efficiently and programmed for this time of year, and then make incremental adjustments throughout summer.”
Changes Proposed for BANA Bylaws
May 29, 2019Several changes have been made to BANA's bylaws to better clarify the responsibilities of the officers and add the new position of Neighborhood Leadership Alliance (NLA) respresentative. The changes listed here will be presented at the June 12 annual meeting for a vote by the membership.
SGS Development LLC Proposes New Homes
May 26, 2019A public meeting will be held at 11 a.m. May 31 in the Downtown Library Brooks room on the proposed development of 23 single family homes on a plot at 63220 O.B. Riley Road and Halfway Road.
The developer is SGS Development LLC
BANA Seeks Social Media Guru
May 24, 2019BANA needs a replacement for our wonderful Social Media (SM) Diva, who is leaving Bend. The position is on the Communications Committee. The SM Guru or Diva is responsible for spreading BANA news on the Boyd Acres Facebook group, Nextdoor and other social media platforms.
SAVE the DATE - June 12th
May 11, 2019Fire Wise is the theme of the BANA annual meeting at Pine Nursery Park shelter on June 12th. We will have presentations by the Deschutes Emergency Management staff, free food, exhibits and a chance to meet County Commissioner Tony DeBone and our City Council liaison Gena Goodman-Campbell.
The fun starts at 5:00 with refreshments by the Port of Subs. Thanks to Bendbroadband, our sponsor.
Door Prizes for those who join a committee.
May is Historic Preservation Month
May 06, 2019May is the Deschutes County Historic Preservation Month with a full schedule of events to join that will demonstrate how historic preservation enhances quality of life. Because Bend is designated an Oregon Heritage All-Star Community grant funding was received for preservation oriented projects including new banners (pictured here) hanging during the May around downtown.
Deschutes County Needs Ombudsmen for Long Term Care Facilities
May 01, 2019Deschutes County Long Term Care staff is offering training for volunteers to become Ombudsmen in nursing homes and other long term care facilities.
Deschutes County, and Bend specifically, are in desperate need for Long-Term Care Ombudsman. There are 29 facilities (not including adult foster care homes) in Bend, and only 15 of those facilities are covered by a volunteer Ombudsman. This leaves a substantial amount of people vulnerable and underserved.
Street Closures and Detours Headline May 8 Meeting
Apr 29, 2019City staff will be on hand to share information about the Empire Roundabout and the street closures and detours.
6 p.m. Wednesday, May 8 at Elks Lodge.