Natural gas
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Last discussed Feb 4, 2026.
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Cascade Natural Gas's external affairs manager urged council to delay any gas fee decision until the utility and other experts can present to the full council.
City Council Business Meeting - Feb 4, 2026 · 20:01 →Opposed restrictions on natural gas, arguing it's a reliable existing resource and that more electricity means more environmental impacts.
City Council Business Meeting - Feb 4, 2026 · 44:25 →Opposed gas regulation, citing cost comparisons ($12,000 gas furnace vs. $23,000 heat pump) and asking for more research and utility presentations.
City Council Business Meeting - Feb 4, 2026 · 48:05 →A Laborers Local 737 member and gas pipeliner argued natural gas remains an important part of the energy matrix and opposed disincentives to its use.
City Council Business Meeting - Feb 4, 2026 · 1:07:01 →News & external sources (2)
Another Oregon city adopts tax on natural gas appliances to reduce emissions
Another Oregon city adopts tax on natural gas appliances to reduce emissions OregonLive.com
Bend Council to Vote on Natural Gas Fee This Week - The Source
Bend Council to Vote on Natural Gas Fee This Week The Source - Bend, Oregon