Welcome to Mountain View Neighborhood Association!
Mountain View Neighborhood Association is free to join and provides residents the opportunity to help shape the future of our neighborhood. We are one of 13 neighborhood associations across the city. This is our opportunity to foster a better working relationship with the city and have a more impactful voice on projects that affect our neighborhood.
Make sure your voice is heard, become a member today!
Mission Statement: On behalf of our membership, our goal is to be organized for educational, social and charitable purposes; maintain an open line of communication between MVNA members and City management/staff; and maintain, protect and enhance our neighborhood's livability and sense of community.
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Make sure your voice is heard, become a member today!
Mission Statement: On behalf of our membership, our goal is to be organized for educational, social and charitable purposes; maintain an open line of communication between MVNA members and City management/staff; and maintain, protect and enhance our neighborhood's livability and sense of community.
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City News Update
- Illegal Fireworks: Let’s celebrate safely this holiday. Did you know that State law prohibits fireworks that explode, launch State law prohibits the use and possession of fireworks that explode, fly more than 12 inches in the air or move laterally more than six feet. More fireworks information, including details about what are illegal fireworks, can be found here.
- Masks Required Statewide: Earlier this week Oregon State Governor Kate Brown announced that starting yesterday, July 1, Oregonians statewide will be required to wear face coverings in indoor public spaces, beginning today, Wednesday, July 1. The guidance applies to businesses and members of the public visiting indoor public spaces: https://bit.ly/2NDuNll.
- New City of Bend Police Chief: Thank you to all of the NAs who submitted questions and participated in the Chief of Police input surveys. The City of Bend has selected Portland Police Bureau Assistant Chief Michael Krantz as Bend’s next Police Chief. Krantz will serve the 115-year-old Bend Police Department in the position previously held by Chief Jim Porter, who retires today. He will begin his service in Bend on August 10, 2020. Read the full press release here.
- Newcomer’s Club of Bend: Neighborhood Leadership Alliance (NLA) Chair, Hans Jorgensen, and Vice Chair, Lisa Mushel presented virtually to the Newcomers Club of Bend in June about Bend’s Neighborhood Associations and the Neighborhood Leadership Alliance. You can access the presentation here using the password: ncob0623!. Their presentation explained differences between HOAs and NAs, how to get registered with the proper NA, the benefits of doing so, and various initiatives that are led by NAs. The presentation will also provide direction regarding how individuals’ concerns can be addressed, and the proper flow for bringing neighborhood issues to our policymakers. If you have a club or group that you think would benefit from this presentation – let us know! We would love to do more presentations like this!
- Community Conversations: How can we understand people's lived experiences of systemic racism or white privilege? The next Community Conversations event “Speaking on Race” will take place Tuesday, July 21, 5-6:30. You can register here. The goal of Community Conversations is to expand the sense of neighborhood - across all economic, political, cultural, and racial boundaries. This group believes in the power of connections and friendships to bridge any divides. All of their conversations stem from a strong commitment to curiosity, compassion, and community.
- Masks Required Statewide: Earlier this week Oregon State Governor Kate Brown announced that starting yesterday, July 1, Oregonians statewide will be required to wear face coverings in indoor public spaces, beginning today, Wednesday, July 1. The guidance applies to businesses and members of the public visiting indoor public spaces: https://bit.ly/2NDuNll.
- New City of Bend Police Chief: Thank you to all of the NAs who submitted questions and participated in the Chief of Police input surveys. The City of Bend has selected Portland Police Bureau Assistant Chief Michael Krantz as Bend’s next Police Chief. Krantz will serve the 115-year-old Bend Police Department in the position previously held by Chief Jim Porter, who retires today. He will begin his service in Bend on August 10, 2020. Read the full press release here.
- Newcomer’s Club of Bend: Neighborhood Leadership Alliance (NLA) Chair, Hans Jorgensen, and Vice Chair, Lisa Mushel presented virtually to the Newcomers Club of Bend in June about Bend’s Neighborhood Associations and the Neighborhood Leadership Alliance. You can access the presentation here using the password: ncob0623!. Their presentation explained differences between HOAs and NAs, how to get registered with the proper NA, the benefits of doing so, and various initiatives that are led by NAs. The presentation will also provide direction regarding how individuals’ concerns can be addressed, and the proper flow for bringing neighborhood issues to our policymakers. If you have a club or group that you think would benefit from this presentation – let us know! We would love to do more presentations like this!
- Community Conversations: How can we understand people's lived experiences of systemic racism or white privilege? The next Community Conversations event “Speaking on Race” will take place Tuesday, July 21, 5-6:30. You can register here. The goal of Community Conversations is to expand the sense of neighborhood - across all economic, political, cultural, and racial boundaries. This group believes in the power of connections and friendships to bridge any divides. All of their conversations stem from a strong commitment to curiosity, compassion, and community.
City of Bend Water Curtailment Alert
This Stage 1 water curtailment alert in Bend, in accordance with our state-approved water conservation and management plan, will not require any mandatory actions by customers at this time.
Post Date: 07/06/2020 11:39 AMIn recognition of the Drought Declaration for Deschutes County, Bend City Manager Eric King has declared a Stage 1 water curtailment alert for the City of Bend.
On July 1, Oregon Governor Kate Brown issued a drought declaration for seven Oregon counties, including Deschutes, Crook and Jefferson Counties. The ongoing forecast shows lower than normal streamflows, lower precipitation, and higher than normal temperatures within the Deschutes Basin.
This Stage 1 water curtailment alert in Bend, in accordance with our state-approved water conservation and management plan, will not require any mandatory actions by customers at this time. It serves as a reminder that everyone needs to be responsible with water use.
“This is a great opportunity for our customers to refresh their understanding of our existing water management regulations and apply WaterWise best practices to improve water use efficiency”, said Dan Denning, Water Conservation Program Manager with the City of Bend.
To learn about your water use, sign up through our WaterSmart Portal. Additional helpful tips are available at www.waterwisetips.org.
For the latest City of Bend drought-related information visit www.bendoregon.gov/drought.
The City of Bend has two sources of water supply. These include surface water from the Bend Municipal Watershed and the Deschutes Regional Aquifer. Dual sources of water supply, along with a commitment to water conservation and efficiency, have positioned the City well to continue to meet all residential, commercial and industrial needs during Stage 1 water curtailment.
Post Date: 07/06/2020 11:39 AMIn recognition of the Drought Declaration for Deschutes County, Bend City Manager Eric King has declared a Stage 1 water curtailment alert for the City of Bend.
On July 1, Oregon Governor Kate Brown issued a drought declaration for seven Oregon counties, including Deschutes, Crook and Jefferson Counties. The ongoing forecast shows lower than normal streamflows, lower precipitation, and higher than normal temperatures within the Deschutes Basin.
This Stage 1 water curtailment alert in Bend, in accordance with our state-approved water conservation and management plan, will not require any mandatory actions by customers at this time. It serves as a reminder that everyone needs to be responsible with water use.
“This is a great opportunity for our customers to refresh their understanding of our existing water management regulations and apply WaterWise best practices to improve water use efficiency”, said Dan Denning, Water Conservation Program Manager with the City of Bend.
To learn about your water use, sign up through our WaterSmart Portal. Additional helpful tips are available at www.waterwisetips.org.
For the latest City of Bend drought-related information visit www.bendoregon.gov/drought.
The City of Bend has two sources of water supply. These include surface water from the Bend Municipal Watershed and the Deschutes Regional Aquifer. Dual sources of water supply, along with a commitment to water conservation and efficiency, have positioned the City well to continue to meet all residential, commercial and industrial needs during Stage 1 water curtailment.
Empire Corridor Roundabouts Open - Celebration
Celebration Oct. 7 Members of the community are invited to join the City for a ribbon-cutting event to celebrate opening of three roundabouts on NE Butler Market Road - at 27th Street, Deschutes Market Road and Eagle Road - at 3 p.m. on Wednesday October 7.
“This ceremony signifies completion of an important east-west segment of Bend’s transportation system for people who drive, walk and bike. We are able to open ahead of schedule, thanks to a public/private partnership with Pahlisch Homes,” said Mayor Sally Russell. “One notable feature is the pedestrian underpass between neighborhoods and the park.”
Participants may walk, ride a bike or drive to the Eagle Road roundabout for the start of the 3 p.m. event. Event attendees must wear a mask or face covering and follow physical distancing guidelines.
This event marks completion of the major Empire Boulevard Corridor Improvements in Northeast Bend after two years of construction. Improvements include new, widened and repaved roadways, pedestrian paths, bike lanes, street lighting and landscaping.
“The completion of the Empire Corridor represents the best of City planning, bringing together the concept of ‘complete neighborhoods’ that are interconnected with jobs, parks, housing, schools and serve all users of our transportation system,” said City Manager Eric King.
The project also serves the planned 177-acre Petrosa mixed-use community nearby. The developer contributed to project costs.
To see an aerial video of progress on the Empire Corridor Improvements Project: see this video that starts at Empire and 27th and move east on Butler Market Road. The middle roundabout is at Deschutes Market and then finishes at the Eagle Road roundabout.
For more information go to www.bendoregon.gov/empire or call the Construction Hotline: 541-200-6979
“This ceremony signifies completion of an important east-west segment of Bend’s transportation system for people who drive, walk and bike. We are able to open ahead of schedule, thanks to a public/private partnership with Pahlisch Homes,” said Mayor Sally Russell. “One notable feature is the pedestrian underpass between neighborhoods and the park.”
Participants may walk, ride a bike or drive to the Eagle Road roundabout for the start of the 3 p.m. event. Event attendees must wear a mask or face covering and follow physical distancing guidelines.
This event marks completion of the major Empire Boulevard Corridor Improvements in Northeast Bend after two years of construction. Improvements include new, widened and repaved roadways, pedestrian paths, bike lanes, street lighting and landscaping.
“The completion of the Empire Corridor represents the best of City planning, bringing together the concept of ‘complete neighborhoods’ that are interconnected with jobs, parks, housing, schools and serve all users of our transportation system,” said City Manager Eric King.
The project also serves the planned 177-acre Petrosa mixed-use community nearby. The developer contributed to project costs.
To see an aerial video of progress on the Empire Corridor Improvements Project: see this video that starts at Empire and 27th and move east on Butler Market Road. The middle roundabout is at Deschutes Market and then finishes at the Eagle Road roundabout.
For more information go to www.bendoregon.gov/empire or call the Construction Hotline: 541-200-6979
MVNA Board Meeting Recordings
April Meeting: (Skip ahead 1 minute to avoid video errors) https://drive.google.com/file/d/15odej4cN__RjlNAdro9E7oUEOYelaoCP/view?usp=sharing
May Meeting: Featuring Mayor Sally Russel: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1TJhJXE9Gwn9lQam8Hz_PWVWHKF5dWIg1
Notes from the City of Bend from the meeting can be viewed in the document below.
June Meeting: Highlighting illegal fireworks campaign and traffic issues in the neighborhood: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/opYrPYrh60xObImS2ln-Av4LF4XBeaa8gXMY_6YFmh1Dx4oODzUxg_PAmTYylqJt
May Meeting: Featuring Mayor Sally Russel: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1TJhJXE9Gwn9lQam8Hz_PWVWHKF5dWIg1
Notes from the City of Bend from the meeting can be viewed in the document below.
June Meeting: Highlighting illegal fireworks campaign and traffic issues in the neighborhood: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/opYrPYrh60xObImS2ln-Av4LF4XBeaa8gXMY_6YFmh1Dx4oODzUxg_PAmTYylqJt
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Newcomers of Bend
Are you new to Bend? Are you looking to socialize with other new residents? Consider joining Newcomers of Bend. You can get involved at either of the following links:
https://newcomersclubofbend.org/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/264454257044701
https://newcomersclubofbend.org/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/264454257044701
New Online Payment System for Utility Bills
This week the City launched the Invoice Cloud online payment system for utility bills. This system is an expedited replacement of the Click2Gov system that may have been the target of a potential data security incident in late 2019. For customer safety and security, payment information from the old online payment system was not migrated to the new system. Customers who have online payments scheduled to process on or after May 18 in the old online payment system will need to register an account in the new system to re-enroll in AutoPay or set up scheduled payments. Customers can register and re-enroll at www.invoicecloud.com/bendorutility. If customers prefer not to pay online, they can still pay by phone, drop-box, or by mail. For more information and a list of FAQs, visit the Utility Billing page on the City’s website.
City Council Note on George Floyd
You will find a statement read by the Bend City Council on June 3, 2020 summarized here: https://www.bendoregon.gov/Home/Components/News/News/3861/29
COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) Resources
Bend City Council Takes Local COVID-19 ActionsThe City is releasing $2.6 million of state-directed Coronavirus Relief Funds (from Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act funding) to organizations that can support businesses, families and vulnerable populations. The City will rely on community partners to distribute most of the CARES Act funding that was intended to support local governments.
The City will distribute the $2.6 million funds to community partners as follows:
The Bend Chamber’s funds will be used to help local businesses with a business resiliency grant aimed at Bend businesses with 50 employees or less.
“Preserving our existing childcare providers is vital as we look toward economic recovery,” said City Business Advocate Ben Hemson. “Allocating these funds to NeighborImpact while holding some funds back for potential assistance to school age children this fall provides some certainty for Bend’s working families as they return to work.”
“Part of the funds to NeighborImpact will help members of our community with rental and mortgage assistance,” said Shelly Smith, a senior management analyst at the City. “United Way of Central Oregon will use their existing, successful COVID Recovery and Resilience Grant Program to quickly distribute critically-needed funds to local nonprofits that serve vulnerable populations most impacted by this pandemic.”
The City Council’s Stewardship Subcommittee met this week and heard about the allocation plan.
“Our hard working community members and excellent businesses need all the help they can get right now,” said Councilor Barb Campbell. “We are fortunate to have excellent partners such as NeighborImpact, United Way of Central Oregon and our local Chamber of Commerce to quickly get these funds out to the people, nonprofits and employers who need them the most.”
The funding must be used to pay for unbudgeted COVID-19 related expenses between March and December of 2020, and funds must be spent by the end of 2020. Funding comes with a high level of financial accountability and reporting requirements for those receiving funds, will be distributed in phases to ensure compliance on timelines and contract deliverables, and must be to the recipients by the end of 2020. Those receiving funds must prove that they are not getting funds for the same expenses from different sources.
The City will distribute the $2.6 million funds to community partners as follows:
- $1 million to businesses and community assistance, through the Bend Chamber, which will allocate those funds,
- $600,000 for City of Bend costs, including $50,000 that the City already distributed to NeighborImpact,
- $300,000 for childcare costs, distributed to NeighborImpact and Bend Park and Recreation District, and
- $700,000 to NeighborImpact and United Way of Central Oregon to assist vulnerable populations.
The Bend Chamber’s funds will be used to help local businesses with a business resiliency grant aimed at Bend businesses with 50 employees or less.
“Preserving our existing childcare providers is vital as we look toward economic recovery,” said City Business Advocate Ben Hemson. “Allocating these funds to NeighborImpact while holding some funds back for potential assistance to school age children this fall provides some certainty for Bend’s working families as they return to work.”
“Part of the funds to NeighborImpact will help members of our community with rental and mortgage assistance,” said Shelly Smith, a senior management analyst at the City. “United Way of Central Oregon will use their existing, successful COVID Recovery and Resilience Grant Program to quickly distribute critically-needed funds to local nonprofits that serve vulnerable populations most impacted by this pandemic.”
The City Council’s Stewardship Subcommittee met this week and heard about the allocation plan.
“Our hard working community members and excellent businesses need all the help they can get right now,” said Councilor Barb Campbell. “We are fortunate to have excellent partners such as NeighborImpact, United Way of Central Oregon and our local Chamber of Commerce to quickly get these funds out to the people, nonprofits and employers who need them the most.”
The funding must be used to pay for unbudgeted COVID-19 related expenses between March and December of 2020, and funds must be spent by the end of 2020. Funding comes with a high level of financial accountability and reporting requirements for those receiving funds, will be distributed in phases to ensure compliance on timelines and contract deliverables, and must be to the recipients by the end of 2020. Those receiving funds must prove that they are not getting funds for the same expenses from different sources.
Other sources of information include:
o Deschutes County Health Services for countywide updates: www.deschutes.org/covid19
o Oregon Health Authority for statewide updates: www.healthoregon.org/coronavirus
o Centers for Disease Control for U.S. updates: www.cdc.gov/covid19
o Community members can call 2-1-1 for general information and questions about COVID-19.
There is also a community Facebook page called Pandemic Partners – Bend. This links folks who need assistance with people who are willing to help out.
o Deschutes County Health Services for countywide updates: www.deschutes.org/covid19
o Oregon Health Authority for statewide updates: www.healthoregon.org/coronavirus
o Centers for Disease Control for U.S. updates: www.cdc.gov/covid19
o Community members can call 2-1-1 for general information and questions about COVID-19.
There is also a community Facebook page called Pandemic Partners – Bend. This links folks who need assistance with people who are willing to help out.
DESCHUTES NATIONAL FOREST CLOSES CAMPGROUNDS
Deschutes National Forest campgrounds will be closed through at least May 8. The campground closures are necessary to address the social distancing guidelines provided by the Centers for Disease Control and to align with Governor Brown’s “Stay at Home” executive order. Day use areas, including trailheads, will remain accessible, however restroom facilities will not be serviced.
ST. CHARLES CLINICS OFFER VIRTUAL OPTIONS
St. Charles Health System’s outpatient clinics announced new options to help protect patients and caregivers, preserve medical supplies and conserve space. The new services include e-visits for St. Charles Family Care patients and doctor visits by phone and video. The health system is also setting up surge tents at clinics to care for symptomatic patients. Read more about these new options and changes on the St. Charles website.
PRESCRIBED BURNS SUSPENDED
The Deschutes and Ochoco National Forests and Crooked River National Grassland have announced that all prescribed fire ignitions have been postponed until further notice. This decision will prevent any effects from smoke that might further worsen conditions for those who are at risk in our communities, while reducing exposure for employees who might not otherwise need to travel, and creating social distancing for resources working on a fire.
DMV OFFICES CLOSE TO PUBLIC
Under the Governor’s “Stay Home, Save Lives” Executive Order, only six Oregon DMV offices will remain open, by appointment only, for commercial driver knowledge tests and commercial driver license issuance. Many DMV services remain available through OregonDMV.com and through the mail.
Accommodation Information for People with Disabilities
To obtain this information in an alternate format such as Braille, large print, electronic formats, etc. please contact the COEIN JIC at 541.316.0087 or centraloregoninfo@gmail.com.
Deschutes National Forest campgrounds will be closed through at least May 8. The campground closures are necessary to address the social distancing guidelines provided by the Centers for Disease Control and to align with Governor Brown’s “Stay at Home” executive order. Day use areas, including trailheads, will remain accessible, however restroom facilities will not be serviced.
ST. CHARLES CLINICS OFFER VIRTUAL OPTIONS
St. Charles Health System’s outpatient clinics announced new options to help protect patients and caregivers, preserve medical supplies and conserve space. The new services include e-visits for St. Charles Family Care patients and doctor visits by phone and video. The health system is also setting up surge tents at clinics to care for symptomatic patients. Read more about these new options and changes on the St. Charles website.
PRESCRIBED BURNS SUSPENDED
The Deschutes and Ochoco National Forests and Crooked River National Grassland have announced that all prescribed fire ignitions have been postponed until further notice. This decision will prevent any effects from smoke that might further worsen conditions for those who are at risk in our communities, while reducing exposure for employees who might not otherwise need to travel, and creating social distancing for resources working on a fire.
DMV OFFICES CLOSE TO PUBLIC
Under the Governor’s “Stay Home, Save Lives” Executive Order, only six Oregon DMV offices will remain open, by appointment only, for commercial driver knowledge tests and commercial driver license issuance. Many DMV services remain available through OregonDMV.com and through the mail.
Accommodation Information for People with Disabilities
To obtain this information in an alternate format such as Braille, large print, electronic formats, etc. please contact the COEIN JIC at 541.316.0087 or centraloregoninfo@gmail.com.
See our transportation page for the latest from the City of Bend on the Empire Corridor Improvement Project.
The Mountain View Neighborhood Association (MVNA) is made up of many types of housing: single and multi-family subdivisions as well as apartments, condo complexes, assisted living and retirement homes. The Forum shopping area and many commercial buildings occupy the area at the intersection of Highway 20 and 27th street. Bend's St. Charles Medical Center and many other medical facilities are located in the Medical District Overlay Zone, a specially zoned area within the MVNA boundaries.
A partial list of subdivisions within MVNA is as follows: Aspen Glen, Breckenridge, Burning Tree, Canyon Park, Eagle Nest, Eastwinds, Eastbrook Estates, Glacier Ridge, High Pointe, Higher Ground, Hunters Highland, Mirada, Morea, Monticello Estates, Mountain Peaks, Mountain View Park, Oaktree, Oakview Estates, The Pines at Pilot Butte, Providence, Sandalwood, Snowberry Village, Stonebrook, SunPointe, Tamarack Park, Williamson, The Willows, Winchester, Woodcrest.
Schools located in the MVNA boundaries: Mountain View High School, Ensworth Elementary.
Parks in our association area: Al Moody Park, Eagle Park, Mountain View Park, Providence Park.
A partial list of subdivisions within MVNA is as follows: Aspen Glen, Breckenridge, Burning Tree, Canyon Park, Eagle Nest, Eastwinds, Eastbrook Estates, Glacier Ridge, High Pointe, Higher Ground, Hunters Highland, Mirada, Morea, Monticello Estates, Mountain Peaks, Mountain View Park, Oaktree, Oakview Estates, The Pines at Pilot Butte, Providence, Sandalwood, Snowberry Village, Stonebrook, SunPointe, Tamarack Park, Williamson, The Willows, Winchester, Woodcrest.
Schools located in the MVNA boundaries: Mountain View High School, Ensworth Elementary.
Parks in our association area: Al Moody Park, Eagle Park, Mountain View Park, Providence Park.
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