In Oregon, the two major political parties, Democratic and Republican, have chosen to hold closed primaries. This means that only voters who are affiliated with one of these political parties can vote in that party’s primary.

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Our weekly road report is live. Check out the link to learn more about the following projects. bit.ly/3MoylEF

📷: This week’s photo shows asphalt paving on Hunnell Road.

On Wednesday, April 10, the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners voted to accept grant funds from the Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) for the county Wolf Depredation and Financial Compensation program.

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With the arrival of spring temperatures, Deschutes County residents are encouraged to clean up their yards and take advantage of the FREE yard debris disposal event, beginning May 3, 2024.

For dates, times and locations, visit firefree.org.

The Deschutes County Road Department wants to inform political campaigns and their supporters that political signs are no longer allowed to be posted in the right of way of public roads.

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Following a 24-month development process, the Deschutes County Planning Commission has recommended approval of the revised draft Deschutes 2040 Plan.

The Board of County Commissioners will hold three public hearings to gather testimony.

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Today, ballots are being mailed to members of our military and to Deschutes County residents who are currently overseas.

Reminder, your last day to register to vote is Tuesday, April 30. For other key election dates, visit deschutescounty.gov/elections.

Our weekly road report is live. Check out the link to learn more about the following projects. bit.ly/3MoylEF

📷: This week’s photo shows completed improvements at the Gribbling Road Bridge.

This week, the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners issued a proclamation declaring April 2024 as Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Please join us in urging everyone to work together to help families get the support they need to raise their children in a healthy environment.

Deschutes National Forest firefighters plan to start spring prescribed burning season in mid-April as conditions become favorable and Deschutes County Public Health advises you to be 'Smoke Ready.'

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On Wednesday, March 20, the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners adopted the updated Deschutes County Transportation System Plan (TSP). The plan will go into effect in June.

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Episode 24 is now live! We talk to Road Department Director, Chris Doty and Senior Transportation Planner, Tarik Rawlings about new developments on the Transportation System Plan.

You can listen at deschutes.org/podcast or wherever you listen to your podcasts.

On Wednesday, March 20, the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners directed staff to identify a new location for the Wilson Ave. Housing Program.

More details can be found here. bit.ly/496AVKr

Our weekly road report is live. Check out the link to learn more about the following projects. bit.ly/3MoylEF

📷: This week’s photo shows pile driving work occurring at the Smith Rock Way Bridge.

Episode 23 is now live! As we mark one year since the launch of the Inside Deschutes County podcast, we welcome County Commissioner Patti Adair.

You can listen at deschutes.org/podcast or wherever you listen to your podcasts.

ATTENTION TRAVELERS in northeast Redmond. Due to a motor vehicle accident impacting a utility pole, the segment of NE 17th Street between NW Maple Avenue and NE King Way will be closed until approximately 8 p.m. while utility companies make repairs. Please use alternate routes.

Nominations for the Deschutes County Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) Safe Sidewalk Awards are now open.

To nominate a business, property owner or individual, submit this form by March 27. bit.ly/3wX2msQ

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The Road Department is requesting input on design concepts to improve traffic flow and safety at NW Lower Bridge Way and NW 43rd Street near Crooked River Ranch.

A virtual open house is available here: bit.ly/3PbOL77
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Our weekly road report is live. Check out the link to learn more about the following projects. bit.ly/3MoylEF

📷: This week’s photo shows guardrail installation occurring at the Gribbling Road Bridge.

MAY 21, 2024 PRIMARY ELECTION DEADLINES:

March 12 is the last day for a candidate or measure to be filed.
March 14 is the last day for candidate’s statement to be filed for inclusion in voters’ pamphlet.

For complete primary election details, visit deschutescounty.gov/elections.