Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Bend public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in development with high priority
Tax Increment Assistance policy for housing affordability
Most roundtable participants backed exempting deed-restricted affordable housing from the fee, and several pushed to extend exemptions to middle housing up to 120% of Area Median Income. Climate advocates warned every exemption weakens the fee and worries about stranded gas assets hitting lower-income owners later.
Affordable housing progress at Summit area
Councilor Platt highlighted a Habitat for Humanity groundbreaking for affordable homes near an elementary school, prioritizing Bend-La Pine Schools staff.
Hayden Homes Legacy Village financing request
The council advanced the 260-acre Legacy Village plan: at least 2,487 homes, nearly 24 acres of deed-restricted affordable housing, a 23-acre park, and commercial land. Councilor Franzosa's dissent centers on whether commercial actually gets built.