Deschutes County public meetings in 2021
28 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Hearings Officer Hearing - Public Hearing
The Deschutes County Hearings Officer will hold a public hearing on two related requests by Cynthia Grossmann: an appeal of an administrative decision on a conditional use permit for a nonfarm dwelling at 70425 NW Lower Valley Drive, Terrebonne, and a separate conditional use permit for a nonfarm dwelling at 70445 NW Lower Valley Drive. The appeal was filed by Central Oregon LandWatch, which argues the parcel is not a legal lot of record and violates state and county land-use laws. The hearing will consider whether to uphold or overturn the county's earlier approval.
- Appeal of administrative decision on conditional use permit for nonfarm dwelling (file 247-21-000658-A)
- Conditional use permit for nonfarm dwelling at 70445 NW Lower Valley Drive (file 247-21-000311-CU)
- Appeal filed by Central Oregon LandWatch, citing violations of DCC and ORS statutes
- Subject property is 5.34 acres in Exclusive Farm Use Zone, Terrebonne
- Appeal fee of $250 noted in application materials
Hearings Officer Hearing - Public Hearing
The Deschutes County Hearings Officer will hold a public hearing on a request by Springy LP Yamasaki for land use approval to build a new dwelling at 15870 Parkway Dr, La Pine, with a setback no more than 50 feet from an existing driveway, to comply with Wildlife Area Combining Zone siting requirements. The proposal includes converting an existing modular structure to a shop. Staff recommends approval with conditions, including a possible transportation system development charge if the structure is not considered a replacement dwelling.
- Request for exception to 300-foot dwelling siting standard under DCC 18.88.060(B)(3)
- Proposed dwelling height of 27 feet 1 inch on 2.34-acre lot
- Potential transportation SDC of $3,853 if new home, not replacement
- La Pine Fire District notes driveway width of 11'6" is below 12' fire code minimum
- No public comments received; hearing notice mailed July 1, 2021
Board of Commissioners - BOCC Monday Meeting
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners will consider converting 14.5 limited-duration positions at the Deschutes County Stabilization Center to regular positions and adding shift differentials for night and swing shifts. They will also review the county treasurer's finance report for June 2021 and consider a JAG grant application for public safety. The meeting includes consent agenda appointments and a possible executive session on real property.
- Convert 14.5 FTE Stabilization Center positions to regular, add 10% night and 7.5% swing shift differentials
- FY21 Public Safety JAG Grant application
- County Treasurer and Finance Report as of June 30, 2021 (portfolio $249M)
- Appoint Adrian Watt and Greg Gettig to Lazy River Special Road District
- Executive session under ORS 192.660(2)(e) for real property
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Deschutes County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed text amendments to the county code that would extend marijuana retail hours from 9 a.m.–7 p.m. to 7 a.m.–10 p.m., matching state OLCC rules, and make annual reporting conditional on a request from the Community Development Department. The commission will also discuss SB 391, which concerns rural accessory dwelling units. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.
- Public hearing on extending marijuana retail hours to 7 a.m.–10 p.m. (DCC 18.116.330(C)(1))
- Proposal to change annual marijuana reporting to 'if requested' (DCC 18.116.330(D)(1))
- Annual reporting fee is $796 (2020) for licensed marijuana businesses
- Discussion of SB 391 / Rural Accessory Dwelling Unit Legislation
- Approval of minutes from July 8, 2021 meeting
Board of Commissioners - BOCC Wednesday Meeting
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on vacating a portion of Cook Avenue, consider a collective bargaining agreement for Black Butte Ranch police services, and correct a $591,709 budget error in the 9-1-1 Service District. They will also discuss a courthouse expansion, acknowledge a City of Bend emergency declaration, and receive a COVID-19 update.
- Public hearing on Order No. 2021-015 to vacate a portion of Cook Avenue (petitioners: Pattrick Todd and Sara Whitney)
- Consideration of Document No. 2021-621, collective bargaining agreement with General Teamsters Local No. 324 for Black Butte Ranch police services
- Resolution No. 2021-055 to correct a $591,709 entry error in the 9-1-1 Service District budget
- Amendment to services contract with Clean Harbors Environmental Services for household hazardous waste management
- Courthouse expansion discussion at 1:00 PM
Hearings Officer Hearing - Public Hearing
The Deschutes County Hearings Officer will hold a public hearing to consider an Area Variance request from Robin Delaney for a front yard setback reduction for an existing accessory pole building at 15780 Tumble Weed Turn, Sisters. The building currently sits about 15 feet from the street, while the Rural Residential Zone (RR-10) requires a 20-foot setback. The application follows a building permit discrepancy and an active code compliance case, which is on hold pending this decision. The officer will decide whether to approve the variance, with a final decision required by November 13, 2021.
- Area Variance to reduce front yard setback from 20 feet to 15 feet for an existing pole building
- Property located at 15780 Tumble Weed Turn, Sisters, in the RR-10 Rural Residential Zone
- Active code compliance case 247-21-000262-CE related to the structure is held in abeyance pending this hearing
- Twelve neighboring property owners submitted comments expressing concerns about rural character, visual impacts, safety, and alleged permit violations
- Building permit 247-20-006829-STR was issued in October 2020; construction continued despite a stop-work request from the Building Safety Division
Board of Commissioners - BOCC Monday Meeting
The Deschutes County Hearings Officer will hold a public hearing on July 20, 2021, to consider an Area Variance request from Robin Delaney for a front yard setback reduction for an existing accessory pole building at 15780 Tumble Weed Turn, Sisters. The building currently sits about 15 feet from the street, while the required setback is 20 feet. The application follows a building permit discrepancy and an active code compliance case. The officer will decide whether to approve the variance, with a final decision deadline of November 13, 2021.
- Area Variance request for front yard setback reduction from 20 feet to 15 feet for an accessory pole building
- Property located at 15780 Tumble Weed Turn, Sisters (Map/Taxlot 141028C002700)
- Building permit 247-20-006829-STR issued for the structure; site plan discrepancy noted
- Active code compliance case 247-21-000262-CE held in abeyance pending variance outcome
- Twelve property owners submitted comments expressing concerns about rural character, safety, and setback violations
Board of Commissioners - BOCC Wednesday Meeting
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda and several action items, including budget adjustments, intergovernmental agreements, and a second reading of a code compliance ordinance. They will also discuss wildfire mitigation, accessory dwelling units, and marijuana tax revenue. The meeting includes a road naming approval and a refunding proposal.
- Order 2021-030: Road name assignment of Hedgehog Court
- Document No. 2021-521: Greater Redmond Area Enterprise Zone Extended Agreement
- Resolution No. 2021-054: Increasing appropriations and adding 1.0 FTE in FY 2021-2022 budget
- Document No. 2021-538: Oregon Health Authority Intergovernmental Agreement for Local Public Health Authority
- Ordinance No. 2021-010: Amending code sections on code compliance
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Deschutes County Planning Commission will hold a work session on proposed text amendments to extend marijuana retail hours from 9 a.m.–7 p.m. to 7 a.m.–10 p.m. and to make annual reporting optional. The commission will also discuss a natural resource stewardship position, a rural economic development white paper, and an assessment of campgrounds, RV parks, and manufactured home parks. A public hearing on the marijuana amendments is scheduled for July 22, 2021.
- Proposed change to DCC 18.116.330(C)(1): marijuana retail hours extended to 7 a.m.–10 p.m., matching OLCC
- Proposed change to DCC 18.116.330(D)(1): annual report required only 'if requested'
- Discussion of annual work plan for Natural Resource Stewardship position
- Discussion of Rural Economic Development white paper
- Discussion of campgrounds, RV parks, and manufactured home parks on rural lands
Board of Commissioners - BOCC Wednesday Meeting
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners will consider several action items, including authorizing the purchase of a Redmond property for $2.45 million, accepting grant funds for perinatal care coordination, and discussing a road name and campground regulations. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items and a COVID-19 update.
- Order No. 2021-034: Authorize purchase of 236 NW Kingwood Ave, Redmond for $2,450,000 from Malwood, LLC
- Resolution No. 2021-053: Accept $30,000 COHQA grant for Perinatal Care Coordination and increase Health Services budget
- Notice of Intent to Award contract for Knott Landfill Cell 9 Engineering and Construction Management Services
- Order No. 2021-020: Approve disinterment and reburial of graves in Greenwood Cemetery
- Discussion: Naming unnamed public road as Hedgehog Court
Board of Commissioners - BOCC Wednesday Meeting
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners will hold a public meeting to consider several action items, including extending the declared state of emergency, approving road project agreements, and a public hearing on code compliance policy updates. The agenda also includes a consent agenda with routine contracts, budget adjustments, and property sales.
- Order No. 2021-031: Further extending the declared state of emergency
- Document No. 2021-264: Amendment No. 2 to Cooperative Improvement Agreement with ODOT for US20 Tumalo-Cooley Road Project
- Document 2021-588 and 2021-589: Warranty deed and terms of state's offer for US97 Redmond to Bend Project
- Ordinance 2021-008: 2nd reading to correct scrivener's error in Ordinance 2020-002
- Public Hearing: Code Compliance Policy and Procedure Manual Update and Text Amendments
Board of Commissioners - BOCC Monday Meeting
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners will consider declaring a state of emergency and imposing public use restrictions on unprotected wildlands to prevent human-caused fires, effective through October 15, 2021. They will also vote on awarding a contract for DOC Clinic and Pharmacy services to Premise Health, with a first-year cost of $1,751,723, and discuss other items including solid waste fee waivers and rural economic development.
- Resolution 2021-051: Declares state of emergency, imposes fire restrictions (e.g., no open fires, chainsaw use limited to 1-8 PM) on unprotected wildlands and county-owned lands
- Intent to award contract to Premise Health for DOC Clinic and Pharmacy services, first-year cost $1,751,723
- Resolution 2021-049: Amends solid waste disposal fee waiver amounts for 2021-2022 fiscal year
- Annual work plan discussion on Natural Resource Stewardship position
- Research paper on state laws and rules for rural economic development opportunities
Board of Commissioners - Legislative Update
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners will consider signing a resolution declaring a state of emergency and imposing public use restrictions on unprotected wildlands to prevent human-caused fires, effective through October 15, 2021. They will also vote on awarding a contract to Premise Health for DOC Clinic and Pharmacy services, with a first-year cost of $1,751,723. Other agenda items include setting solid waste disposal fee waivers, discussing a natural resource stewardship position, and reviewing a research paper on rural economic development.
- Resolution No. 2021-051: Declares state of emergency and imposes public use restrictions on unprotected wildlands in unincorporated Deschutes County, effective through Oct 15, 2021
- Intent to Award Contract to Premise Health for DOC Clinic and Pharmacy services, first-year cost estimated at $1,751,723
- Resolution No. 2021-049: Amends Resolution No. 2001-038 to establish solid waste disposal fee waiver amounts for 2021-2022 fiscal year
- Annual Work Plan Discussion on Natural Resource Stewardship Position
- Research paper on state laws and rules on rural economic development opportunities
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Deschutes County Planning Commission will hold a panel discussion on hemp growing and processing to consider whether regulations are needed, following direction from the Board of County Commissioners. The commission will also discuss serving as the Public Advisory Committee for the 2020-2040 Transportation System Plan update. Both items are discussions only, with no formal decisions scheduled.
- Panel discussion on hemp and land use with growers, state agencies, and county staff
- 86 hemp handler permits in Deschutes County, mostly in EFU, MUA10, and RR10 zones
- Planning Commission to act as Public Advisory Committee for TSP update
- TSP update covers 2020-2040, adoption slated for late 2021/early 2022
Board of Commissioners - BOCC Wednesday Meeting
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings and consider adopting the FY 2021-22 budget and fee schedules for the county and several service districts (911, Extension/4H, Sunriver, Black Butte Ranch, law enforcement). They will also consider consent agenda items including road naming, tax cancellations, budget adjustments, and appointments, plus a state of emergency extension and a grant application.
- Public hearing and adoption of FY 2021-22 county budget (Resolution 2021-038)
- Public hearings and adoption of FY 2021-22 budgets for 911, Extension/4H, Sunriver, Black Butte Ranch, and law enforcement service districts
- Order 2021-026 cancelling uncollectible personal property taxes of $33,295.83
- Order 2021-021 naming a private road Mock Road near Tumalo Reservoir Road
- Resolution 2021-028 further extending the declared state of emergency
Hearings Officer Hearing - Public Hearing
The Deschutes County Hearings Officer will hold a public hearing on June 22, 2021, to review and decide on the Final Master Plan (FMP) application for the Caldera Springs Destination Resort expansion, including a modification to relocate a road and overnight lodging units. The 614-acre annexation property at 17800 Vandevert Road would allow up to 340 single-family homes and 150 overnight lodging units. The hearing will address public comments on traffic, wildlife, water, and other impacts. Staff recommends approval with conditions, and the county must issue a final decision by October 25, 2021.
- Final Master Plan approval for 614-acre Caldera Springs expansion at 17800 Vandevert Road
- Modification to relocate north/south road and OLUs 50 feet east, add landscaped berm
- Up to 340 single-family residences and 150 overnight lodging units proposed
- Transportation SDC rates: $3,635 per single-family home (until June 30, 2021), rising to $3,853 after July 1
- 20 public comments received; concerns include traffic, wildlife, water, and property values
Board of Commissioners - BOCC Monday Meeting
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners will consider signing a Statewide Transportation Improvement Fund (STIF) provider agreement for 2021-23, which allows the county to reimburse Cascades East Transit for transit projects. They will also discuss the framework for American Rescue Plan Act funding and review the May 2021 treasurer and finance report.
- Sign STIF provider agreement (Doc 2021-479) for 2021-23 biennium
- Accept 5310 grant award (Doc 2021-530)
- Accept STF grant and sign STF agreement with Cascades East Transit (Docs 2021-544, 2021-480)
- Discuss American Rescue Plan Act funding framework
- Review May 2021 county treasurer and finance report
Board of Commissioners - BOCC Wednesday Meeting
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners will consider several action items, including authorizing the purchase of a Redmond property for $2.2 million, appointing an interim county clerk, and approving a contract for rock crushing. They will also hold public hearings on a proposed annexation to the Bend Park & Recreation District and on zoning amendments for the Westside Transect Zone. The meeting includes consent agenda items and a discussion on equity plan implementation.
- Order No. 2021-024: Authorize purchase of 244 NW Kingwood, Redmond for $2,200,000 and accept adjacent 0.03-acre property
- Appoint Stephen Dennison as Interim County Clerk effective July 31, 2021
- Notice of Intent to Award Contract for crushing and delivery of 3/4"-0 Commercial Base Rock - 2021
- Ordinance 2021-005: Amend Comprehensive Plan Map from Agriculture to Redmond Urban Growth Area
- Public Hearing: Stevens Ranch Annexation to Bend Park & Recreation District
Board of Commissioners - Legislative Update
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners will hold a public meeting to consider several action items, including authorizing the purchase of a property in Redmond for $2.2 million, appointing an interim county clerk, and amending the comprehensive plan for the Redmond Urban Growth Area. The board will also hold public hearings on a proposed annexation to the Bend Park & Recreation District and on amendments to slope setback requirements for the Westside Transect Zone. The meeting will be conducted virtually due to COVID-19, with citizen input accepted via email or voicemail.
- Authorize purchase of property at 244 NW Kingwood, Redmond for $2,200,000 from Varnum Redmond Properties II, LLC
- Appoint Stephen Dennison as Interim County Clerk effective July 31, 2021
- First and second reading of Ordinance 2021-005 to amend the Comprehensive Plan Map from Agriculture to Redmond Urban Growth Area
- Public hearing on Stevens Ranch Annexation to Bend Park & Recreation District
- Public hearing on amendments to slope setback requirements for the Westside Transect Zone (Empire Westgate LLC)
Board of Commissioners - BOCC Wednesday Meeting
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners will consider several action items, including approving a grant application for the Adult Treatment Court, awarding a contract for the NE Negus Way and NE 17th St improvement project, and selecting a grantee for the Community Dispute Resolution Program. The board will also hold a public hearing on Guest Ranch and Title 17 text amendments and receive a COVID-19 update.
- Approve application for Oregon Criminal Justice Commission grant of $534,757 for Adult Treatment Court
- Consider Notice of Intent to Award Contract for NE Negus Way and NE 17th St Improvement Project
- Consider contract with Telecare Mental Health Services of Oregon
- Select eligible grantee for 2021-23 Community Dispute Resolution Program
- Public hearing on Guest Ranch and Title 17 text amendments
Hearings Officer Hearing - Public Hearing
The Deschutes County Hearings Officer will hold a public hearing on a request by SDC of Central Oregon LLC to modify two conditions of approval from a 2006 land use permit for the Glenn Meadow Subdivision. The applicant seeks to reduce the required rear yard setback from 100 feet to 50 feet for certain lots and to add a 60-day response limit for neighboring landowners' approval of building locations on two other lots. Staff asks the hearings officer to determine whether such modifications are legally permissible, especially under Measure 37. A neighboring landowner, Richard and Rosemary Costa, has submitted a letter objecting to the changes.
- Modification of Condition 16: reduce rear yard setback from 100 ft to 50 ft for Lots 12, 15, 17-24
- Modification of Condition 18: add 60-day limit for Costas/Eberts to object to dwelling locations on Lots 20 and 22
- Public comment received from Richard and Rosemary Costa objecting to the modification
- Staff questions whether applicant can request additional Measure 37 waivers ('second bite of the apple')
- Hearing scheduled for June 8, 2021 at 6:00 PM at Deschutes Services Center, Bend
Historic Landmarks Commission - Regular Meeting
The Deschutes County Historic Landmarks Commission will meet to approve minutes, hear public comments, and discuss the Community Development Department's FY 2021-2022 work plan and 2020 annual report. They will also discuss the $12,000 Certified Local Government grant, a draft policies and procedures manual, and field trip plans.
- Approval of February 1, 2021 meeting minutes
- Discussion of CDD FY 2021-2022 Work Plan and 2020 Annual Report
- Discussion of $12,000 Certified Local Government grant, including Sisters StoryMap update
- Review of draft HLC Policies and Procedures Manual
- Discussion of field trip plans
Board of Commissioners - BOCC Monday Meeting
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session covering updates on the county's 20-year Transportation System Plan and the ODOT/City of La Pine Wickiup Junction Refinement Plan, plus a second reading of an ordinance amending bridge-related county code. The board will also discuss code compliance policy updates and consider accepting two grant awards. Most items are informational or for discussion, with no final action expected on the transportation plans.
- Second reading of Ordinance No. 2021-006 amending Deschutes County Code 9.20 relative to bridges
- Update on Deschutes County Transportation System Plan (2020-2040), including SDC methodology and road moratorium review
- Update on ODOT/City of La Pine Wickiup Junction Refinement Plan
- Preparation for public hearing on text amendments to Westside Transect Zone (DCC 19.22) for slope setback requirements
- Consideration of accepting St. Charles Prevention Grant and Measure 110 Harm Reduction Grant awards
Board of Commissioners - Legislative Update
The Deschutes County Budget Committee will reconvene to review and make final decisions on the FY 2021-22 budget, including support services, human resources, finance, and debt service funds. They will also discuss the American Rescue Plan and consider special requests. The meeting will conclude with votes to approve the county budget and set tax rates, as well as budgets for the Countywide and Rural Law Enforcement Districts.
- Review of Veterans' Services Fund 001-2350 and Fund 640
- Review of Human Resources Funds 650 & 675
- Review of Administration/BOCC Funds 625 & 628
- Review of Finance Funds 630 & 631 and Debt Service Funds 5XX
- Discussion of American Rescue Plan
Board of Commissioners - Legislative Update
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners is holding a virtual legislative update meeting to hear from legislators, county departments, and PacWest about proposed legislation and committee work. The agenda includes updates on priority 1 and 2 bills, with specific attention to SB 391 (accessory dwelling units) and SB 295 (fitness to proceed). Department heads will provide updates on these bills and other legislative matters.
- SB 391: Authorizes counties to allow one accessory dwelling unit in rural residential zones; supported by county; next hearing June 1, 2021
- SB 295: Defines terms related to fitness to proceed; watched by county; next hearing June 2, 2021
- Updates from PacWest on upcoming hearings for priority bills
- Department updates from 21 county departments on priority bills
Board of Commissioners - Legislative Update
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners will discuss the FY 2022 fee schedule, including proposed increases for building, planning, and environmental services, and a 6% transportation system development charge increase. They will also consider marijuana retail hours and annual reporting/inspections, and guest ranch and Title 17 text amendments. The meeting includes a legislative update and the treasurer's finance report.
- FY 2022 fee schedule: 3% increases for planning and environmental onsite fees, 6.5% ICC building valuation increase, and new fees for conditional use permits in specific subdivisions
- Transportation SDC increase of 6% to $4,757 per peak hour trip, effective July 1, 2021
- Marijuana retail hours and annual reporting/inspections discussion
- Guest Ranch and Title 17 text amendments discussion
- Legislative update on county priorities
Board of Commissioners - BOCC Wednesday Meeting
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider several action items, including awarding an engineering contract for the Deschutes Market Rd/Hamehook Rd intersection improvement project, approving a restated fair agreement, and discussing an economic development loan. The board will also hold a public hearing on a zoning ordinance amendment and receive updates on COVID-19 and the District Attorney's office operations.
- Notice of Intent to Award $398,194.32 engineering contract to Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc. for Deschutes Market Rd/Hamehook Rd roundabout project
- Public hearing on Ordinance No. 2021-006 amending DCC 9.20
- Resolution No. 2021-030 to add 1.0 limited duration Behavioral Health Specialist I FTE for Stabilization Center
- Economic development loan request of $12,000 to Holy Kakow
- Restated agreement between County, Fair Board, and Fair Association
Board of Commissioners - BOCC Monday Meeting
The Board will consider a plan to distribute $1.3 million in business assistance grants and a request to hire a case manager for the Deschutes County Stabilization Center. The meeting also includes presentations from the Deschutes River Conservancy and the Soil and Water Conservation District.
- Proposal to distribute $1.3 million in Extreme Risk Business Assistance Funding grants via COIC
- Request for a 13-month, $96,750 Behavioral Health Specialist I position for the Stabilization Center
- Presentation by Deschutes River Conservancy
- Presentation by Soil and Water Conservation District