As you know, the BCD Initiative advocates for a safe, inclusive, and community-oriented transformation in the Bend Central District. We aren't just here to talk about the community vision - we want to show you how public investment has catalyzed real changes in other cities around Oregon.
Join us on Thursday, March 21st at Deschutes Brewery Taproom for a panel discussion on the basics of Urban Renewal Areas and Tax Increment Financing and hear from practitioners in the field about successful projects across Oregon.
The landowner/developer has revised the proposed site plan from what was presented last spring. Now the Platypus Pub building would be demolished and the proposal is to build one 7,000 sq. ft. drive-thru building and a parking lot on the corner of Third Street and NE Lafayette. You can learn more about the proposal by clicking here, following the link for “Public Viewer for Planning Permits,” and searching for PZ-18-0233.
Since many people were unable to make it to the informational meeting held by the developer due to heavy snowfall and closures, we suggest writing in to ask the city to elevate the application to a Type II Decision so that there will be a Public Hearing where the city and developer can consider more public input. Send comments to kswenson@bendoregon.gov.
The BURA Urban Renewal Agency (BURA) Advisory Board will meet monthly over the next two years while a new Urban Renewal Feasibility Study is completed. The Advisory Board will provide recommendations to BURA relating to the potential use of urban renewal for the central area of Bend to accomplish the goals and policies outlined in the Bend Comprehensive Plan.
Give Input on Transit Planning!
Cascades East Transit (CET) is developing a Regional Transit Master Plan and needs your input to prioritize near-term public transportation projects. Light refreshments and activities for children will be provided.
Stay up-to-date on the planning process by visiting CETTransitPlan.com. To request information in an alternative format or to have an interpreter on site during the open house events, please call Rachel Zakem at 541-504-3310 or send an email to rzakem@coic.org.