Bend · issues

Civic issues

Topics getting the most attention in Bend public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.

2 issues (filtered)15 topics

All time Last 30 days Last 6 monthsAll priorities Critical High Medium Low

All topics Roads Development Taxes Budget Public Safety General Water Utilities Business Jobs Zoning Governance Environment Parks Rec Budget

Filtered to Development

Filtered to High

Filtered to 30d

HighDevelopment

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.

5 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Nov 4, 2026

HighDevelopment

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.

2 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 7, 2026