2023-160-Minutes for Meeting May 01,2023 Recorded 6/6/2023J`��t E S COG2�
BOARD OF
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1300 NW Wall Street, Bend, Oregon
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Recorded in Deschutes County CJ2023-160
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Commissioners' Journal 6J06/2023 2:06:38 PM
2023-160
MONDAY May 1, 2023
Allen Room
Live Streamed Video
Present were Commissioners Anthony DeBone, Patti Adair and Phil Chang. Also present were Nick
Lelack, County Administrator; Erik Kropp, Deputy County Administrator; Whitney Hale, Deputy County
Administrator; Kim Riley, Assistant County Counsel; and Brenda Fritsvold, BOCC Executive Assistant.
This meeting was audio and video recorded and can be accessed at the Deschutes County
Meeting Portal website www.deschutes.org/meetings.
CALL TO ORDER: Chair DeBone called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m.
CITIZEN INPUT:
Greg Bryant, a resident of Deschutes River Woods, questioned the change of
makeup of the Planning Commission to switch one at -large position to a position
representing the Tumalo area. Bryant said compared to Terrebonne, Deschutes
River Woods and other areas, Tumalo has a smaller population.
Commissioner Chang agreed it is important to ensure that people have equal
representation. County Administrator Nick Lelack suggested this issue be taken up
during the Comprehensive Plan update process.
CONSENT AGENDA: Before the Board was Consideration of the Consent Agenda
1. Approval of minutes of the April 21, 2023 Legislative Update meeting
ADAIR: Move Board approval of the Consent Agenda
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CHANG: Second
VOTE: ADAI R: Yes
CHANG: Yes
DEBONE: Chair votes yes. Motion Carried
ACTION ITEMS:
2. Roundabout Art Proposal at US 20/013 Riley -Cook Avenue in Tumalo
Chris Doty, Public Works Director, explained the proposal from a group of residents
to install art in the new roundabout at US 20 and OB Riley Road/Cook Avenue in
Tumalo. Doty said ODOT allows this kind of installation via a permit issued to the
local agency. In this case, Deschutes County would be required to vouch for the
materials and their installation, and take responsibility for perpetual maintenance
and indemnification.
Liz Akar and Ann Witsii sought the Board's guidance and permission to move this
initiative forward. They explained their desire for something that reflects the
character of Tumalo and described the design concept to represent the agricultural
character of the area byway of certain elements, including a rock crib fence, a
tractor, a section of wheel line, and native rocks and landscaping such as lava rock
and juniper.
Commissioner Adair expressed appreciation for and support of the design and
project.
Commissioner DeBone noted that the County would serve as a partner with the
community in this endeavor. He asked how vandalism or a vehicle accident would
be addressed and also asked if cost estimates have been obtained for engineering
and materials to secure the objects.
Akar said the group is still working to determine a plan for ongoing maintenance
and any repairs that might be needed. She referred to the potential involvement of
nearby businesses in this effort.
Commissioner Chang said the proposal reflects artifacts more than art, and
wondered if the proposed design is too busy for the location considering the speed
of passing drivers. He suggested that the group may benefit from the advice of a
museum curator to get perspective on the length of attention spans that will be
realized at the site.
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Responding to Commissioner DeBone, Doty said ODOT would have final say on the
materials used after the County approves a design. The permit would require
entering into an intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with ODOT to specify the
responsibilities of each party.
Chair DeBone noted the consensus of the Board to direct staff to begin working with
ODOT on the IGA and the required permit for this project.
3. Document No. 2023-415, an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Oregon
Department of Transportation for the All Roads Transportation Safety
Intersection Upgrades Project
County Engineer Cody Smith explained that ODOT is conducting safety improvements
at several State highway/County road intersections, and requires permission from the
County to access rights of way on NW Pershall Way and NW Canal Blvd for this work.
ADAIR: Move approval of Board signature of Document No. 2023-415, an
Intergovernmental Agreement with the Oregon Department of
Transportation for the All Roads Transportation Safety
Intersection Upgrades Project
CHANG: Second
VOTE: ADAIR: Yes
CHANG: Yes
DEBONE: Chair votes yes. Motion Carried
4. Document No. 2023-065, a Notice of Intent to Award a contract for the
Paving of Rosland Rd: US 97 to Drafter Rd Project
County Engineer Cody Smith said two bids were received for this project, and staff
recommends approval of the Notice of Intent to Award the contract to Taylor
Northwest, LLC in the total amount of $643,672.80.
ADAIR: Move approval of Chair signature of Document No. 2023-065, a
Notice of Intent to Award a contract for the Paving of Rosland Rd: US
97 to Drafter Rd Project
CHANG: Second
VOTE: ADAI R: Yes
CHANG: Yes
DEBONE: Chair votes yes. Motion Carried
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5. Document No. 2023-067, a Notice of Intent to Award Contract for
Engineering Services for the NW Lower Bridge Way/NW 43rd Street
Intersection Improvement Project
County Engineer Cody Smith explained the purpose of this project is to enhance
safety and mobility on NW Lower Bridge Way through intersection improvements,
paved shoulder bikeway widening, traffic control device improvements, and other
modernization work. Following the issuance of a request for proposals for
engineering and related services, two proposals were received. Staff recommends
approval of a Notice of Intent to Award a contract to Harper Houf Peterson Righellis,
Inc. for Phase 1 of this work; Phase 2 of the preliminary engineering work is
anticipated to be added to the contract by a negotiated amendment upon completion
of Phase 1.
CHANG: Move approval of Chair signature of Document No. 2023-067, a Notice
of Intent to Award a Contract for Engineering Services for the NW
Lower Bridge Way/NW 43rd Street Intersection Improvement Project
ADAIR: Second
VOTE: ADAI R: Yes
CHANG: Yes
DEBONE: Chair votes yes. Motion Carried
Continuation of Board discussion of Planning Commission appointment
Peter Gutowsky, Community Development Director, explained the current makeup of
the Planning Commission and presented options for changing or not changing Nathan
Hovecamp's current appointment from an at -large position to one of the two positions
representing the Bend area. Gutowsky noted that the Board recently transitioned one
of the two at -large positions on the Commission to a position representing the Tumalo
area, effective July 15t
Commissioner Adair was not in favor of changing Hovecamp's appointment and
instead supported recruiting for the Bend position. Commissioner Chang noted that
the County recruited for an at -large position, and as numerous people have already
applied for it, he did not feel right about cancelling that solicitation.
Commissioner DeBone supported appointing Hovecamp to the position representing
the Bend area which will be vacated by Maggie Kirby at the end of June.
CHANG
Move to appoint Nathan Hovecamp to the Planning Commission
position representing the Bend area for a full four-year term through
June 30, 2027, effective July 1 st
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MAY 1, 2023
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7.
DEBONE: Second
VOTE: ADAIR: No
CHANG: Yes
DEBONE: Chair votes yes. Motion Carried 2 - 1
Continuation of FY 2024 Video Lottery Fund Allocations
Stephanie Robinson, Administrative Services, reviewed the preliminary decisions
made by the Board last week to develop the FY 2024 expenditure plan for video
lottery proceeds, and guided the discussion using a worksheet to track allocations as
those were decided.
In response to Commissioner Adair, Deputy County Administrator Whitney Hale
confirmed that expenses incurred and projected for the camping feasibility study can
be paid out of Fund 130, the Parks Acquisition and Development Fund. Deputy County
Administrator Erik Kropp added that this fund brings in about $300,000 per year and
generally has expenses of about $190,000 per year.
The Board discussed allocations for the Sisters Chamber of Commerce, EDCO, and the
fuels reduction program and the affordable housing trust fund initiative, among
others.
Commissioner DeBone requested that the Board receive an update from the group
working on the affordable housing trust fund initiative in advance of deciding how
much to allocate to that endeavor.
OTHER ITEMS:
• CDD Director Peter Gutowsky asked if the Board wished to submit comments
on the scope of FEMA's environmental review of its plan regarding the
National Flood Insurance Program. He submitted possible draft comments
for the Board's consideration.
Commissioner Chang said this matter does not affect Deschutes County,
although he acknowledged the risk that FEMA will pull flood insurance coverage
from other communities.
Chair DeBone noted the consensus of the Board to not submit comments on this
matter at this time.
• County Administrator Nick Lelack presented the invoice for annual dues to the
Association of Oregon Counties; the total amount owed for 2023 is $69,417.19.
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ADAIR: Move Board authorization to pay this invoice as submitted
CHANG: Second
VOTE: ADAIR: Yes
CHANG: Yes
DEBONE: Chair votes yes. Motion Carried
• Commissioner Chang indicated his inability to attend the AOC Legislative
Committee meeting on June 12cn
• Commissioner DeBone attended the La Pine Chamber of Commerce's annual
banquet, where the Gil Martinez "Spirit of the Community" award was presented
to Bo DeForest.
• Commissioner Adair reported a meeting with Dave Baden, the interim director of
the Oregon Health Authority, and said Baden is well aware of the Deer Ridge
facility and its potential.
• Commissioner Chang participated in an early learning conference and
moderated one of the panels.
• Commissioner Adair shared that the KOR Community Land Trust is proceeding
with its Simpson project, which will accomplish 40 units of affordable housing
instead of 30.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
At 2:59 p.m. the Board entered Executive Session under ORS 192.660 (2) (e) Real Property
Negotiations. The Board moved out of executive session at 3:15 p.m. to direct staff to
proceed as directed.
Being no further items to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned at 3:15 p.m.
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RECORDING SECRETARY
2023 for the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners.
ANTHONY DEBONE, CHAIR
PATTI ADAIR, VICE CHAIR
PHIL CHANG, C MISSIONER
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MEETING DATE: May 1, 2023
SUBJECT: Roundabout Art Proposal at US 20/013 Riley -Cook Avenue in Tumalo
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
This is an informal presentation from stakeholders.
BACKGROUND AND POLICY IMPLICATIONS:
The US 20 Tumalo Project, currently under construction at the intersection of US 20/013 Riley -
Cook Avenue, is designed to contain minimal decorative rock landscape, as is typical low
maintenance ODOT design standards for roundabouts on the state highway system.
ODOT provides for art or other decorative installations via a permit issued to the
corresponding local agency (city or county). Within the permit and corresponding IGA,
ODOT requires the local agency to provide for installation, perpetual maintenance and
indemnification. While ODOT has the final say on material types and installation, the
determination of the artwork itself is a decision of the local agency.
A group of Tumalo area residents has approached ODOT and Road Department staff with a
desire to install a rural Tumalo themed art installation in the community's new roundabout.
In recognition of the Board's potential role in both approving agreements with ODOT and
ultimately the installation itself, the group of stakeholders would like to discuss their
thoughts with the Board regarding concepts and process to vet concepts with the
community.
Attached is an ODOT guidance document regarding roundabout art selection, expectations
and standards. The stakeholders have been advised by staff to prepare a proposal which:
1. Funds installation.
2. Funds or addresses perpetual maintenance.
3. Provides a community process for feedback on options and a consensus of what
type of installation would be acceptable to the community.
BUDGET IMPACTS:
Undetermined
ATTENDANCE:
Liz Akar, Tumalo area resident
Ann Witsil, Tumalo area resident
Chris Doty, Road Department
Roundabout Feature Solicitation Process
Guidance
1. Preparation — Develop selection process, criteria, and schedule, as well as determine which agency
(city, county) will support the art and enter into a long-term agreement with ODOT for the
installation and maintenance
2. Public input — Public to provide input on roundabout feature preferences. Examples: art themes,
mediums, art that is disliked, other related concerns, etc.
o Provide examples and take a straw vote to winnow the ideas down to a few which can be
relayed in the art commission
o Possible themes: Historic Tumalo, Central Oregon culture, scenic/landscape, or natural
elements.
3. Establish selection committee —Consider city staff member, county staff member, chamber of
commerce representative, ODOT representative (advisory, non voting), and a couple public
representative (local artist or community members)
4. Develop prospectus/Request for Proposals (RFP) — Landscape Architect or Artist will be solicited to
lay out features pieces within roundabout. Landscape Architect will be asked to submit examples of
work, resume and concept drawings.
S. Submission review —Selection Committee will evaluate and jury all submissions and select finalists
6. Finalists art preparation/Public input
o Finalists share art with the public (model, rendering,) for a set amount of time to gain public
input
o Public input to provide guidance to the Selection Committee on making their final
recommendation.
7. Finalists review and selection
o Based on the presentations of the landscape architect or artist and public input, the
Selection Committee will evaluate the landscape architect or artist and their site
model/design.
o The Selection Committee will then make a recommendation of the highest scored landscape
architect design to City Council/County Commission.
8. Artwork design preparation — The selected landscape architect or artist will sign a contract with the
City/County to prepare the site design.
o Allow up to three months for final site design including stamped engineering and
construction drawings and project specifications.
9. Intergovernmental Agreement & Permitting —The City/County enter into an IGA with ODOT to
establish maintenance responsibilities, and permitting to work within ODOT Right of Way.
o Permit to work in Right of Way may require stamped Temporary Traffic Control Plans.
o In the past, the city council or the county commissioners have had final determination of the
artwork selection
10. Installation —The City/County and landscape architect or artist to work collaboratively on
installation. Allow three months for installation, landscaping, etc..
ODOT Public Safety/Highway Operations Requirements
Proposed art must comply with public safety/highway operations requirements (Highway Directive 01,
Placement of Artwork on State Highway Right of Way) and be constructed with durable materials to
withstand weather and vandalism.
Artwork must not interfere with the operation, maintenance, or use of the highway. The safety of the
highway system and travelers is of utmost concern for ODOT. It must also use long lasting materials and
construction techniques that require minimal care and resist vandalism. A desired benefit of the
Artwork is to make the central island more conspicuous (thus improving safety). At the same time, it
must not create an unsafe distraction for motorists and other travelers, and its size and scale must fit
within the allowable area that matches the aesthetic design of the roundabout. Artwork must not:
1) Fit within the zone identified by the Project Team
2) Imitate a traffic control device;
3) Have moving elements or water, nor have simulation of movement;
4) Have elements that would cause the proposed Artwork to obscure the form of the
roundabout, nor cause distraction to motorists and other travelers (e.g., cause glare or
impede vision for safety);
5) Attract pedestrians and cyclists to the center island area;
6) Contain text, interpretation of the Artwork, information on the artist, advertising or other
form of a commercial message (business, product, or brand name, logo, phone number,
web page, etc.); nor representation or paying tribute to a specific individual.
7) ODOT has final say on material types and installation (NOT on the artwork itself)
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SUBJECT: Continuation of Board discussion of Planning Commission appointment
BACKGROUND AND POLICY IMPLICATIONS:
The Board will continue its discussion from April 26t" regarding options to address the
forthcoming Bend area Planning Commissioner vacancy.
BUDGET IMPACTS:
None
ATTENDANCE:
Peter Gutowsky, Community Development Director
MEMORANDUM
TO: Deschutes County Board of Commissioners
FROM: Peter Gutowsky, AICP, Director
DATE: April 27, 2023
SUBJECT: Bend Area Planning Commission Appointment / Continued Discussion
I. BACKGROUND
There are seven members currently appointed on the Planning Commission. They represent: At -large (2),
Bend (2), Redmond, Sisters, and South County (1 each).' Their respective terms are shown in Table 1.
Commissioners Crawford and Kirby complete their second and final terms on June 30, 2023.
Table 1— Planning Commissioner Terms
Commissioner
Area
First or Second Term
Term Expiration
Susan Altman
Bend
First
June 30, 2024
Dale Crawford
At -large
Second
June 30, 2023
Matt Cyrus
Sisters
First
June 30, 2026
Nathan Hovekamp
At -large
First
June 30, 2024
Jessica Kieras
Redmond
Second
June 30, 2026
Maggie Kirby
Bend
Second
June 30, 2023
Toni Williams
South County
First
June 30, 202S
II. TUMALO AREA APPOINTMENT
Last Wednesday, the Board of County Commissioners (Board) appointed Kelsey Carson to the Planning
Commission, representing the Tumalo area effective July 1. This action reassigns the At -large vacancy left by
Commissioner Crawford.
1 httDs://deschutescountv.municipalcodeonline.com/book?tvpe=ordinances#name=CHAPTER 2.52 DESCHUTES COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION.
DCC 2.52.040(D). The membership of the commission shall, as much as possible, be representative of the various geographic areas
of the County. This should generally consist of the following: One member from the south County area of La Pine and Sunriver
(Townships 19-22); two members from the Bend area (Townships 17 and 18); one member from the Tumalo area (Townships 16,
Ranges 11 or 12); one member from the Sisters area (Townships 14 or 15, Ranges 9, 10 and 11); one member from the Redmond
area (Townships 14 or 15, Ranges 12 or 13); and one member at large. Failure to achieve such geographic representation shall not
affect the validity of any action taken by the planning commission.
III. BEND AREA VACANCY
In coordination with Legal Counsel, there are two options to address the forthcoming Bend area Planning
Commissioner vacancy.
• Option 1: Appoint Commissioner Hovekamp to a full four year term for the Bend area through June
30, 2027 and proceed with the At -large interviews (created by Hovekamp's reassignment to the Bend
area) scheduled for May 12.
The Board recently provided staff their list of top candidates for the At -large position. They are noted
in Table 2.
Table 2 — Interview Candidates for At -large Position
Adair
Chang
DeBone
Helen Marston
Mark Kelley
Helen Marson
Patrick Trowbridge
Andrew Aasen
Mark Kelley
Gabriel Coler, Robert Fish, and Jack Farley, finalists that the Board interviewed for the Tumalo area
vacancy, remain under consideration for the At -large position. However, they would not be subject
to a second interview.
Option 2: Commissioner Hovekamp remains in his At -large position. The forthcoming At -large
interviews are canceled and staff immediately initiates a recruitment for the Bend area position
vacated by Commissioner Kirby.
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MEETING DATE: May 1, 2023
SUBJECT: FY 2024 Video Lottery Fund Allocations
BACKGROUND AND POLICY IMPLICATIONS:
Each year, commissioners review anticipated revenue from the County's portion of video
lottery proceeds for the upcoming fiscal year and develop an expenditure plan that has
historically included funding for economic development activities, various projects, support
for other organizations, and grant programs.
At the Board's request, staff has completed analysis on recent trends related to video
lottery revenue and expenditures. Over the last four fiscal years, video lottery proceeds
received by the County have fluctuated, but in total, are up 1.4% from four years ago. In FY
2024, staff anticipates a 2% increase in video lottery proceeds received over last fiscal year.
Total revenue for FY 2024 is expected to be $1,176,015.
In FY 2023, the Board has allocated $1,330,145 in video lottery proceeds, compared to
$770,936 in FY 2020. Since FY 2022, video lottery funding allocations have exceeded video
lottery proceeds received and the beginning net working capital has declined over the past
two years. In FY 2024, the beginning net working capital for the Fund is projected to be
$989,460.
In order to maintain a healthy contingency and fund balance for mid -year or unexpected
projects that arise in FY 2024 and future years, staff recommend the Board consider an
allocation of funds in FY 2024 that aligns with expected revenue.
On April 26, 2023, the Board started developing the FY 2024 expenditure plan and they will
continue to develop the expenditure during this time. Attached are supporting documents
intended to assist with this process.
BUDGET IMPACTS:
Planned expenditures will be included in the FY 2024 budget.
ATTENDANCE:
Stephanie Robinson, Administrative Services
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March 22, 2023
Deschutes County Board of Commissioners
1300 NW Wall Street, 2nd Floor
Bend, OR 97703
RE: Economic Development for Central Oregon Budget Request
Dear County Commissioners and Budget Committee,
On behalf of Economic Development for Central Oregon (EDCO), I am writing today to request funds in
the amount of $306,085 (a $26,635 increase over last fiscal year) for the 2023-2024 fiscal year which
will provide ongoing support of EDCO's strategic plan and mission to create a diversified local
economy and a strong base of middle-class jobs in Central Oregon.
Last fiscal year Deschutes County increased funding by 3.5% while the EDCO budget went up by 10%
due to escalating labor and materials costs. To help make up the difference, the organization increased
membership rates by 30%, created a strategic membership development strategy which was on target
through December 2022, and plans to launch a new event series in the future. That said, costs for
events, materials, labor, and other contracted services continue to escalate and the Consumer Price
Index (CPI) has prevented the organization from completely offsetting the delta.
The 2023-24 fiscal year budget request to Deschutes County includes a 6.4% (in line with the CPI)
increase for local programs and a 12.9% increase for the EDCO regional office to help offset:
• Continued materials costs escalation (equipment, office supplies, software support, etc.)
• Escalating labor expenses (due in part to inflation and housing costs)
• Increased demand for services and project headwinds requiring additional capacity -building
resulting in an FTE increase (+1)
Program or Community
Sunriver-La Pine
Deschutes County r
$36,225
$38,545
Sisters Country
$36,225
$38,545
Redmond (REDI)
$15,525
$16,520
Bend
$15,525
$16,520
Venture Catalyst Program
$41,400
$44,050
EDCO Regional Office
$134,550
$151,905
TOTAL:
$279,450
$306,085
Note: Sunriver-La Pine program funds are passed through EDCO to the City of La Pine apart from a nominal
administrative charge to provide software and staff support for the position.
EDCO's primary efforts to achieve strategic initiatives, focus on helping companies do the following:
MOVE. Guide employers outside the region through the relocation process as a resource for
regional data, incentives, talent, site selection, and more.
START. Mentor and advise scalable young companies from concept to exit on issues such as
access to capital, critical expertise, and strategy.
GROW. Partner with local traded -sector companies to help them grow and expand.
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Leveraged Funding
For decades, Deschutes County has been a key partner in the work of economic development both
through its own operations and through contracting with EDCO for business development services and
efforts to enhance and support the local business climate. We believe there are three primary reasons
driving this ongoing investment by and partnership with Deschutes County from lottery funding
allocated for economic development:
• As a private non-profit, our personnel and benefit overhead costs are lower than the County;
• EDCO leverages private sector funding to stretch limited public dollars further; and
• EDCO has a proven track record of success, efficiency, and effectiveness in fostering job
growth, industry diversification and the key elements that pave the way for both.
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and regional economy. We believe this partnership has been key to the
consistently high rankings in the U.S. for economic performance and job
creation from The Milken Institute, including #1 rankings for small metros four out of C "Wallefflu
the past six years, and consistently high ranking with Forbes, Entrepreneur, WalletHub
and Heartland Forward as standout places where jobs are being created and sustained. Entrepreneur.
Scope of Work
EDCO will maintain a strong regional organization with adequate capacity to deliver comprehensive
local economic development programs in coordination with Deschutes County and local communities.
Services within the base of operation of EDCO will include, but not be limited to, marketing,
recruitment, retention/expansion, and further formation of public/private partnerships. EDCO will
also monitor initiatives that directly impact local companies' ability to be successful and will conduct
additional activities to encourage and support local entrepreneurship by providing a mentoring
network and facilitating access to equity/growth capital. In addition, EDCO will administer enhanced
economic development activities by hiring and retaining the staff necessary to support individual
communities. A portion of the funds received from Deschutes County will be used to augment existing
marketing and abridged recruitment efforts to generate new job creation.
It is no secret that labor shortages exacerbated by both housing and childcare affordability are
negatively impacting economic growth. Labor shortages are also impacting the availability and rising
costs of raw materials and related bricks and mortar for companies trying to grow or move to Central
Oregon. Add increasing interest rates as the Federal Reserve works to curb inflation and it's clear
there are numerous headwinds facing EDCO's work. Given the shifts in this landscape and current
economic uncertainty, it's more important than ever to invest in economic development.
Return on Investment (ROI)
EDCO fosters business development activities by building relationships with traded sector clients -
companies who generate most of their income from outside the region - one CEO at a time. The
organization leverages many different tools and resources to accomplish the work to promote
investment and job creation on the high desert. One of those tools under EDCO's supervision is the
Enterprise Zone program. On behalf of the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners, a sponsor of
the three enterprise zones within the County, EDCO markets, provides technical assistance, and
administratively manages these zones to help companies during times of expansion and relocation.
EDCO also provides these services to Jefferson and Crook Counties.
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conducted a Property Tax Incentives Impact Study across the State, business
which included an analysis of the enterprise zone program for the ore nn.
years 2019 and 2020. The results were astonishing, reporting that the
standard program, which is a 3-5-year property tax exemption,
resulted in an economic impact 29 times the investment made by participating companies. This means
that for every dollar of property tax abated, companies using the standard program generated $29.16
dollars in increased economic output. This output reflects the relative magnitude of up -front capital
investments by participating companies, combined with the ensuing period of abatement over which
foregone property taxes accumulate. Total output (or the numerator in the ROI calculation) is a
function of various increases in jobs (direct, indirect, and induced) and payroll and the multiplier effect
on other local businesses.
Presently EDCO is managing 70 active authorizations from 58 companies in Deschutes County that
utilize the enterprise zone, which accounts for 20-30% of our Area Director's efforts and time. At the
time of authorization, those companies plan to invest over $266 million dollars and create over 839
jobs. The impending ROI for these investments, based on the aforementioned information from the
impact study, is over $7.7 billion dollars in Deschutes County alone. These authorizations represent
over 80% of the enterprise zone activity in the region, yet this body of work is not presently accounted
for in our funding contract. This is just one example of the return -on -investment Deschutes County
can expect when investing in EDCO. Supporting information regarding this report can be found here.
Strategic Plan
Historically, the basis of Deschutes County's investment in
outsourced economic development services with EDCO has
been the organization's successive three-year strategic plans.
Development of the most recent plan included outreach to
many stakeholders, including local traded -sector businesses,
local communities, Deschutes County staff and
Commissioners. The FY 2022-2024 plan includes information
on target industry sectors, business development strategies,
workforce development initiatives, advocacy, and table
setting efforts, and is available for review here.
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MEMORANDUM
Date: March 21, 2023
TO: Deschutes County Board of Commissioners
FROM: Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce Finance Committee
RE: Fiscal Year 2023-24 Budget Request
The Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce values its partnership with Deschutes County to provide
support to Sunriver area businesses, while working to create and maintain jobs for local citizens.
The Chamber's Finance Committee carefully reviewed its financial requirements to continue its
successful programs and developed a budget request of $68,000 for the fiscal year 2023-2024, an
increase of $3,000 from the previous fiscal year.
The $3,000 would be matched with $3,000 from the Chamber to hire a contract employer with a total
budget of $6,000. The contract employer would be responsible for updating and managing the
Chamber's website and creating social media content. Currently, there is only one paid Chamber
employee. A contract employee is necessary to assist the executive director to successfully meet the
requirements of Chamber members.
The Chamber greatly increased its services to its members in the 2022-23 fiscal year, including starting
networking events, continuing its Monday business email newsletter, starting a Wednesday events'
newsletter, attending events hosted by nonprofits and businesses in La Pine and Sunriver, participating
in meetings organized by COIC about the future of South Deschutes County, hosting a career education
lunch for middle school girls at Three Rivers Elementary School, redesigning the Sunriver Magazine,
increasing the Chamber's social media presence, supporting businesses and nonprofit organizations in a
variety of ways, collaborating with the La Pine Chamber of Commerce on a joint breakfast on workforce
development and organizing three separate Shop Sunriver campaigns.
The Chamber recently worked with Dave Jones of Destination Oregon on a television segment to
promote Sunriver as a place for people living in Central Oregon to visit for a daytrip, date night, family
outing or staycation. The Chamber coordinated the businesses to be filmed and supplied photos and
videos to be used in the segment.
Most importantly, the Chamber was dedicated in 2022 and will continue in 2023 to show community
and business members the value of being a chamber member. The result of the Chamber's work has
resulted in an increase in membership in 2022 and in the first three months of 2023.
The Chamber's transition from a physical office to a virtual office has been a successful endeavor.
Business owners and managers appreciate the executive director meeting them at their business,
especially since many can't leave to go to a meeting elsewhere.
The Chamber plans to continue working with its partners on the successful "Shop Sunriver" campaign.
Partners include The Village at Sunriver, Visit Central Oregon, Sunriver Resort, SHARC, Alpine
Entertainment and businesses in the Sunriver Business Park.
The Chamber also partners with Sunriver Owners Association, Sunriver Police Department, Sunriver Fire
Department, Sunriver Music Festival, Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory, High Desert Museum and
other organizations to share their news on the Chamber's social media and in the newsletters.
The Chamber's plans for 2023-2024 include enrolling additional members while retaining existing
members, by working with partners to promote their events, sharing information about the Annular
Eclipse in October, hosting a membership dinner, continuing networking events and Shop Sunriver, and
focusing on issues critical to the well-being of community members and residents including
transportation, housing, workforce development and education.
Funding for a contract employee would allow the Chamber to continue to add services to benefit its
members.
In summary, the Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce total budget request is as follows:
Continued Baseline Support:
"Shop Sunriver" campaign:
TOTAL REQUEST:
$48,000 — a $3,000 increase
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68 000
We welcome the opportunity to discuss the Chamber's proposal in additional detail and to answer your
questions. Please note Executive Director Kristine Thomas will be attending the 2023 Oregon's
Governor's Conference on Tourism April 3 to April 5 in Portland. She can be reached at 541-593-8149 or
exec@sunriverchamber.com.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Finance Committee:
Ryan Duley, Board President, Director of Marketing for Sunriver Brewing
Aaron Schofield, Board Treasurer, Vice President/Branch Manager, First Interstate Bank
Kelly Newcombe, Board Secretary, General Manager, Meredith Lodging
Keith Kessaris, Board Member, Assistant General Manager, Sunriver Owners Association
Thomas Samwel, Board Member, Director of Finance, Sunriver Resort
Funded $75,000 in February 2023 and proposed consideration of additional $50,000
during FY24 video allocation exercise.
Date: December 7, 2022
TO: Deschutes County Board of Commissioners
FROM: Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce Finance Committee
RE: Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Request
The Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce respectfully requests financial support from the Deschutes
County Board of Commissioners. The Sisters Chamber values its partnership with Deschutes County to
provide assistance to Sisters area businesses, while we work to create and maintain jobs in western
Deschutes County. We have businesses in Sisters Country which encompass not only those in the city
limits but the business sectors that operate outside the city limits in Deschutes County.
Our past partnerships with the county include COVID grant funding distributed directly to businesses
and marketing campaigns to help alleviate the economic disruptions due to the Governors mandated
shutdowns of businesses and large events that draw many people county -wide to Sisters Country.
As the county emerges from the two-year economic disruption caused by the pandemic, more than ever
the Chamber must continue to play a vital role in coordinating communications between the local
businesses and nonprofit organizations; serving as a liaison and advocate to address the need for public
transportation, childcare and workforce development; and provides additional support to businesses.
The Chamber plans to continue our member services marketing campaigns, promotions, and our
Harvest Faire event in addition to our monthly networking events, and we also work with regional
partners to coordinate and advocate for services in Sisters Country. Regional partners include COIC as
we serve on the Broadband Action Team as a committee member, Oregon State Chamber advocacy,
COVA Board of Directors and Central Oregon Chambers and working with businesses looking to relocate
to the Sisters Area, inside and outside the city limits.
The Chamber's plans for 2023 include monthly networking events, business advocacy and services,
member and workforce marketing programs and events that strengthen the economy in Western
Deschutes County. The Chamber can only achieve its goals to continue to provide services to Sisters area
businesses and nonprofits with the financial support from Deschutes County.
The Chamber's Finance Committee has carefully reviewed its financial needs and developed a budget
request of $125,000 for the fiscal year 2023. This will allow us to maintain our basic operations while
increasing the scope of our marketing campaigns, membership recruitment via our website and social
media and assisting businesses and non -profits in the Sisters area that help our community county -wide.
This will allow us to continue to offer the services mentioned earlier, including business development,
education and training, and advocacy. We would also continue to offer traditional services that our local
businesses, and our Sisters area community have come to expect from our Chamber, such as business
referrals, and providing promotional information about Sisters special amenities, recreational
opportunities, and sponsorships for events and activities.
Through the use of both social and traditional media, and other strategies, we have been able to create
effective marketing programs directed at both residents and visitors that provide direct support to our
businesses.
If awarded the grant, the Chamber will use the funds for baseline support and the Sisters Harvest Faire
marketing and shop local campaigns. This would be beneficial to the county as the Sister Harvest Faire
brings 10,000 people to the region during the shoulder season. The Chamber plans to continue
partnering with local organizations in many other ways to continue this type of marketing and support
for local businesses.
In summary, the Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce total budget request is as follows:
2023 Baseline Support Request: $105,000
Harvest Faire Event Expense: $10,000
Shop Local Campaign $15,000
TOTAL REQUEST: $
Concerning the source of funding for the Chamber request for Fiscal Year 2023, we will leave that up to
the discretion of the county, recognizing that most economic development allocations come from the
Lottery Fund, but there may be other appropriate sources, as well.
We are available anytime to discuss this proposal in additional detail and to answer any questions you
might have. Please call or email our Chief Financial Officer, Turi Shergold at turi@sisterscountry.com. Or
call her cell at 541-410-9513. Thank you for considering this request.
Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Finance Committee:
Christina Schulz, Branch Manager, Washington Federal Bank, Chamber Board President
Marc Madron, Commercial Lending Manager, Mid -Oregon Credit Union, Chamber Board Treasurer
Turi Shergold, Chief Financial Officer, Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce, Non -Voting Board Member
Victoria Graves, Managing Partner, Three Creeks Brewing Co., Chamber Board Secretary
Judy Trego, CEO, Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce, President, Sisters Community Foundation
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Dear Commi "ioners:
As we prepare for the 23nd year of Shop with a Cop I am proud to say this program
has stayed true to the ideals it was founded on in 2000: To provide less fortunate
students with a one-on-one experience with uniformed law enforcement while
shopping for Christmas presents for themselves and family members. In
addition, this program assists children and families throughout the year with
basic needs during emergencies.
"It is indeed a humbling experience picking up a child in 20 degree weather and they
are dressed in tennis shoes, a short sleeve shirt and no winter clothing. These
holiday gifts and meals make a tremendous difference for these families' lives. One
learns the joy of giving far exceeds the joy of receiving," SWAC volunteer.
Your compassion and generosity really do make a difference in the lives of children in
Deschutes County. With your help we can continue making a positive impact in the
lives of those who reside in our community.
We graciously ask for your donation again this year. We apply 100% of your
donation to this local program. This year the students will be shopping on
December 13th at the Redmond Walmart store and on December 13th and 141h at
the Bend Walmart store.
Your donation can be made by using the enclosed self-addressed envelope and
writing your check payable to: DCSO SWAC. You can mail or deliver your check to
the main Sheriff's Office in Bend, or to the Sheriffs Office substations in Sisters or
La Fine.
On behalf of the students and their families, thank you for considering a donation.
Your generosity is very much appreciated.
Sincerely,
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Sheriff
Deschutes Cultural Coalition
P.t), Box 2094
Bend, OR 97709
Commissioner Patti Adair March 16, 2023
Commissioner Phil Chang
Commissioner Tony DeBone
Deschutes County
1300 NW Wall Street
Bend, OR 97701
Dear Deschutes County Commissioners:
The Deschutes Cultural Coalition, a local funding and cultural support program of the
state's Oregon Cultural Trust, requests $25,000 from Deschutes County to help restore
and support county wide arts and culture organizations in their effort to build their
capacity to serve the citizens of this region. The request is more than matched dollar for
dollar by an annual fund distribution by the Oregon Cultural Trust. We thank the
Deschutes County Commissioners for consideration of this proposal.
Since 2003 the Deschutes Cultural Coalition has been a vital source of income for our
county's cultural nonprofits. As we know, when financial times are challenging the arts
are first to be cut and the last to be restored. Yet the magnitude of value the arts bring
to this county through programs for children and families, our museums, vibrant
entertainment venues and collaborations with the tourism industry contributes
significant value with modest means and a richness that enhances the central Oregon
lifestyle.
Deschutes Cultural Coalition knows how to responsibly manage funds and has an
excellent track record in leveraging support to maximize results. Since 2003 the
Oregon Cultural Trust, created by the Oregon State Legislature in 2001, has been
distributing funds throughout Oregon to support the arts, heritage and humanities.
One of the channels of fund distribution is through tribal and county cultural coalitions.
The 45 cultural coalitions representing all counties and tribes, of which the Deschutes
County Coalition (DCC) is one, are tasked annually with the job of distributing funds at
locally, often to cultural groups that are not competitive in the state level grant process.
In recent years, the Deschutes Cultural Coalition has been entrusted with
approximately $35,000 annually to grant to local arts and culture groups, from BEAT
theatre for kids, LaPine Parks and Rec., to the Sisters Outdoor Quilt show as examples.
While individual grants ai-e re-fai vely srsIr.111, in the $2,000 to $3,COO range, the funds are
vital to our smaller arts organizations. The DCC committee inernbers are respected
leaders in the arts, heritage and humanities fields. The DCC is in the process of
applying for its nonprofit 501(c)(3) status. EIN 88-1650979.
We appreciate your consideration of this request.
Sincerely,
Cate O'Hagan
Co -Chair, Deschutes Cultural Coalition
CateMarie0hagan@gmail.com
541.588.0166 Cell
Eric Sande
Treasurer, Deschutes Cultural Coalition
Executive Director, Redmond Chamber of Commerce
Eric@VisitRedmondOregon.org
541.749.0738 Cell
DESCHUTES RIVER
CONSERVANCY
March 20, 2023
RE: Special Project Grant Recipient for Deschutes Basin Water Collaborative
Dear Deschutes County Board of Commissioners:
Please accept this proposal for continued support for the Deschutes Basin Water Collaborative (DBWC)
as a Special Project Grant Recipient. Water security for our farms, cities and rivers is an ongoing critical
issue in Deschutes County, and the Deschutes Basin Collaborative is the forum to work together to
ensure these issues are taken care of into the future. Specifically, the DBWC is focused on accelerating
the implementation of water projects and programs that meet instream and out -of -stream needs in the
basin, including working through complex water management issues with a wide variety of stakeholders.
Its current focus is developing a Comprehensive Basin Water Management Plan (Plan) consistent with
the State's Integrated Water Resources Strategy and the guidelines set forth in the Place -Based Planning
Framework.
With the support of Deschutes County over the last two years, Central Oregon Intergovernmental
Council (COIC) and the Deschutes River Conservancy (DRC) have staffed the DBWC and have made
significant progress on developing the Plan. Specifically, COIC coordinates and facilitates DBWC meetings,
and the DRC coordinates and facilitates several subcommittees and provides technical support and
expertise to the overall effort. The DBWC consists of a 46-member Working Group that serves as the
decision -making body, as well as a Planning Team, an Outreach Committee, an Ecological Needs
Committee, and ad -hoc Committees as necessary. Through these forums, basin partners continue to
build trust and move strategies forward. The DBWC is midway through drafting Plan chapters, and
anticipates having a draft Plan by June 2023, with finalization expected within the year. The work of the
DBWC is well-known and well -respected at the state level, which is already paying dividends in
increasing funding for basin water planning and implementation. Of note, recent legislative packages
contain significant funding for initiatives in the Deschutes Basin being identified in the Plan, including
piping canals and improving on -farm efficiencies.
We greatly appreciate the support of Deschutes County, both in funding the collaborative, as well as
providing consistent participation, including leadership in the co-chair position. Continued support as a
Special Project Grant Recipient would ensure continued progress in the DBWC and would leverage other
state and local dollars. We respectfully request $25,000 in County investment to continue this work in
2024.
Thank you for your consideration and we are happy to provide more information or answer any
questions.
Best,
Kate Fitzpatrick
Executive Director
Deschutes River Conservancy
Scott Aycock
Community Development Director
Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council
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Dear County Commissioners DeBone, Adair, and Chang,
I am writing to you on behalf of the Deschutes Collaborative Forest Project (DCFP) to request $25,000 of Special
Project Grant funding for Fiscal Year `24 (FY24). The DCFP is uniquely situated to benefit Deschutes County by
building social consensus around active forest restoration to reduce barriers to implementing forest restoration and
fire resilience work throughout the Deschutes National Forest (DNF) which ultimately protects people, property,
and the central Oregon economy.
Last year's funding helped the DCFP engage in consensus building which resulted in the launch of two new
projects. The DCFP reestablished the Prescribed Fire Subcommittee whose charge is to address federal, state, and
regional barriers to the use of prescribed fire on the landscape. The fire -prone dry forests of southwest, central and
eastern Oregon will burn sooner or later and prescribed fire allows those fire events to be carefully planned,
implemented, and controlled. Additionally, in FY23, the DCFP planned and approved a Forest Products Industry
workshop series that will be implemented in the coming year. This workshop series will entail presentations from
industry representatives regarding the long-term needs, concerns, and strategies of the Forest Product Industry in
central Oregon. The objective is to identify opportunities for the DCFP to support the long-term sustainability of
an industry which is a key part of central Oregon's history, community, and an imperative actor in forest
restoration work.
If selected, FY24 funding will support the staffing necessary to progress three particular projects, all of which are
a continuation of work already being pursued. The Prescribed Fire Subcommittee will work to reduce barriers to
implementation of prescribed fire. Prescribed fire is one of the most cost effective and ecologically impactful tools
used in the enhancement of fire resilient forests which protects people, property and the central Oregon economy.
Some anticipated deliverables will be comment letters and engagement with the EPA and Oregon DEQ,
engagement with federal legislation, and an increased amount of acres burled in the DNF during prescribed fire
season. Secondly, Deschutes County funds will also be used to pursue a Forest Products Industry project oriented
towards understanding and addressing their concerns as well as identifying new market opportunities. Some
anticipated deliverables include the production of multiple presentations and field trips to industry headquarters
and operation sites, community discussions of the economics and processes of commercial thinning, and
identification of solutions to key industry challenges.
Lastly, Deschutes County funds will support the outreach efforts associated with the aforementioned projects.
Deepening public understanding of active forest restoration is critical to the success of the Prescribed Fire
Subcommittee, the sustainability of the Forest Product Industry, and active restoration work in general. In order to
gain the public's trust of active forest restoration, the public must understand it first. The DCFP's Outreach
Coordinator will produce and coordinate consistent messaging, delivered throughout Deschutes County, to ensure
that the public stays well infonned on what is happening in the DNF and that the social license is maintained.
Finally, Deschutes County funds will help bring substantial federal dollars to the region to support active forest
restoration projects. Your continued support of the DCFP, and the positive effects it will have on the forest and our
communities, will be amplified by federal and state funds directly benefiting Deschutes County. Thank you very
much for your continued support of DCFP efforts; Together we are building a collaborative model for restoration
that will make our forests and communities healthier and safer for decades to come.
Sincerely,
Jacob Fritz
DCFP Program Coordinator
FRI EN ®f the
CHILDREN
Central Oregon
March 21, 2023
Dear Deschutes County Administrators and Board of Commissioners:
Thank you for considering this Service Partner request from Friends of the Children Central Oregon
Our mission is to impact generational change by empowering youth who are facing the greatest obstacles through relationships with
professional mentors —12+ years, no matter what. Through our ground -breaking approach, we employ salaried, trained professional
mentors (Friends) whose full-time job is to ensure the educational success, social development, and well-being of traumatized
children in our community.
For five years, we have provided consistent services, with a measurable impact, to Deschutes County's most vulnerable youth. We
currently serve 50 children, aged 5 to 11 years of age, and their families in Deschutes County; 100% have experienced poverty, 50%
are children of color, 21% are experiencing foster/kinship care, 11% are experiencing homelessness, and each child has had six or
more Adverse Childhood Experiences. This Spring, we will add a new cohort of 16 kindergarteners in La Pine, serving a total of 300+
individuals, with eight professional Friends.
The data emerging from the pandemic is clear: more children, especially children of color and those living in poverty and/or rural
communities, have fallen further behind academically and are experiencing increased behavioral and mental health challenges than
prior to 2020. In response, we have committed to deepening our continuum of support to include mental health, education, and
service expansion to rural communities.
Mental Health
Through professional training and community partnerships, we are increasing access to behavioral health care for our youth and
families. We recently entered into a contractual agreement with Juniper Mountain Counseling to provide therapeutic support for
our youth, their families, and our Friends. This partnership improves access and reduces barriers to mental services, increases
engagement and expands capacity by working with clinicians to provide trauma -informed, evidence -based mental health
interventions that meet the needs of youth and their families who might not otherwise access counseling or behavioral health
services.
Academic Skills Development
Nearly 80% of our youth today are not meeting grade level expectations in literacy. With a targeted intervention strategy and a
deepening of our services, we believe we can close that gap to a single digit. We recently transitioned our Educational Program
Manager (EPM) from a part-time to full-time position, expanding capacity in both individual tutoring and skill building for our
Friends. For youth identified as needing the most academic support to advance and meet milestones, the EPM develops individual
literacy plans and works 1:1 with each youth on a weekly basis, works with schools to monitor and support youth progress and
engages caregivers into their youth academic success plans. The EPM also provides training and support for Friends' skill
development in education. We know this is a critical step to ensure an equal educational opportunity to our youth who have
historically been under- and inadequately served by our public schools.
Rural Expansion
Rural communities, which already faced significant disparities compared to urban settings, experienced additional challenges
through virtual learning such as more limited technology access and availability of caregiver support, combined with recent
increases in housing expenses and skyrocketing inflation. We recently hired Friends expand our footprint to La Pine, where it is
needed most. Further expansion to serve more youth in rural communities will be at the forefront of our strategic decision -making
over the next 5 years.
A deepening of services strengthens our commitment to youth and their families and amplifies our holistic approach to open
pathways to health and empowering youth with skills needed to overcome adversity and thrive.
We respectfully request $50,000 per year in funding from Deschutes County to support continued growth as we strategically plan to
double the number of youth served in five -years and the further deepening of our continuum of support. In partnership, we will
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Executive Director
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2022-23 Award $42,500
Amount Requested 2023-24 $50,000
We've probably met 8 to 10 people we can call by name over the post two or three months. It's very
warm and welcoming. When you walk in the door, you almost feel like you are family.If you don't
come, you're missing out on an opportunity to be in a friendly environment, have a good meal, make
new friends and walk away happy. The quality of the food is outstanding. I've been to several other
senior center lunches in the area, and they're okay. But I think this is the best by for, -'John, Bend
community diner
Community Need and Request for Increased Funding
• Even with COVID retreating, many older adults in Central Oregon are still isolated at
home.
• We are still adding Meals on Wheels clients who request support, despite earlier wait
lists. Every client gets shelf -stable foods as emergency backup, as well.
• Community dining is back and healthy, replacing drive -through hot lunch service in Bend,
Sisters and La Pine. Redmond is also serving in-house again.
• Our food provision has increased and so have uncertainties related to our food supply.
We have a new relationship in La Pixie that promises to increase our ability to deliver hot
food in La Pine.
We respectfully request $50,000 for FY2023-24 to help cover volunteer expenses and expand
our food provision for Meals on Wheels and Congregate Dining. This will help us avoid large-
scale waitlists and caps on new seniors joining our programs in the face of inflationary food
costs and cuts in federal assistance (SNAP). Since finishing and reopening our Central District
Senior Services Center, we have expanded our offerings to three days a week of community
dining, better meal variety, and nearly eliminated our waiting lists.
Impact of Current Investment Provide 0.6 FTE (of 3.2 FTE) to support nutrition programs
(Meals on Wheels and congregate dining) and recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers.
• in the period of July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022 COA coordinated more than 18,899
volunteer hours and served/delivered 137,815 meals.
• In the period of July 1, 2022 to February 28, 2023 COA coordinated more than 15,521
volunteer hours and served/delivered 120,768 meals.
Comments Without the CARES and ARPA funds we received during COVID, and no increase
in OAA funds, we will most certainly see caps on services in the next two years, hence our
request for additional support in FY24. We received an average of $700,000 in CARES and
ARPA funding annually during each of the three years of COVID. Our FY24 budget will be
considerably constrained, even with additional support efforts. Your previous investments in
helping expand our in-house cooking will position us to prepare more hot, nutritious meals
and this request will address the loss of funds and increased costs of food in FY24.
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Therapeutic Eady Chiidhood Classroom and Outreach Projects
2022-23 Award $21,600
Amount Requested 2023-24 $21,600
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we look forward to the positive impacts on the future of our region. - Kara Tachikawa,
Executive Director
Community Need and Request for Funding
Deschutes County Data:
• There has been a dramatic increase in the number of children in DHS/Child Welfare.
• In 2021, there were 14.4 (per 1,000) children who were victims of abuse and neglect
compared to 11.1 (per 1,000) in 2020. Statewide, 41.5% of child abuse and neglect victims
were ages 5 and under (Oregon DHS 2021 Child Welfare Databook).
MountainStar Data:
• Average of 16 family "risk factors" (such as mental health or substance abuse issues,
housing or food insecurity) for child abuse and neglect.
• Parents have an average Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE) score of 6 (ACE score scale
is 0-10). An ACE score of 4 or more predicts adverse long-term health outcomes such as
increased chronic disease state, mental illness and addiction disorders, learning
disabilities, and behavioral disorders. In Central Oregon, there are over 5,000 children
ages 0-3 considered at -risk. MountainStar currently serves just 6% of this population.
• 98% of our client families live in poverty and 100% meet the OR state definition of at -risk.
Funding will support 0.3 FTE (of 3.0 FTE) Program Managers in our Relief Nursery Therapeutic
Early Childhood programs in Bend, Redmond, and La Pine.
Impact of Current Investment Grant supports 0.3 FTE (of 3.0 FTE) Program Managers in our
Relief Nursery Therapeutic Early Childhood programs in Bend, Redmond, and La Pine.
• During the period of July 1, 2022 to February 1, 2023, we provided therapeutic early
childhood classes, home visiting, parent support, and transportation for 82 children ages
0-3, and provided Outreach services (crisis intervention, home visits and basic needs
support) for 75 children and their families. 98% of children enrolled in these services
remained safe from confirmed cases of abuse and neglect during this timeframe.
Comments MountainStar raises $1.2 in private investment for every $1 of government
funding. Portland State University documented a 4:1 return on investment (ROI) for the
Salem Relief Nursery. Nationally, investments in early childhood are documented at a 12:1
ROI, which exceeds most other economic development projects. MountainStar Bend's early
childhood classes are rated 5-stars by the State. In FY 2021-22, 98% of the children served
remained free from confirmed cases of abuse and neglect.
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Runaway & Homeless Youth Emergency Shelter Project
2022-23 Award $20,000
Amount Requested 2023-24 $20,000
Community Need
The total number of homeless in Central Oregon has increased by 116% since 2015 (Point in
Time Count data: 594 — 2015; 1,286 — 2022). The number of homeless children and youth has
also increased. The following are data for children and youth (up to the age of 24):
• Total homeless children & youth has increased by 78% (184 — 2015; 327 — 2022)
• Unaccompanied children & vouth has increased by 124% (55 — 2015; 123 — 2022)
It is estimated that 30-40% of homeless youth are not identified.
2022 service totals include:
Shelter — 5,438 nights for 97 youth (all programs emergency and transitional youth)
24-Hour Crisis Response — 1,329 hotline calls; 466 total youth served
Street Outreach Youth Contacts (basic needs) = 1,320 youth; 2,784 hours (duplicated)
Shelter space continued to be limited during 2022 due to COVID-19 and social distancing
requirements. CYFC has had to maintain mandated staffing ratios, despite many COVID+ staff.
Impact of Current Investment Provide support for 0.2 FTE (of 3.8 FTE) Case Manager to
support the Runaway and Homeless Youth Emergency Shelter (RHY).
• 92% of youth who have accessed shelter and received crisis intervention and/or
mediation, were reconnected with family or transitioned to other safe and stable living
environments when leaving the program.
In the period of July 1, 2022 to January 31, 2023 CYFC provided 656 nights of emergency
shelter and crisis intervention and family mediation were provided to 24 youth ages 12-
20.
Comments CYFC's goal is to shelter the most vulnerable youth to reduce risk and end chronic
homelessness. Youth access shelter directly off the street. In 2022, 96 human trafficking
victims (sex and labor) were identified and served. Homeless youth are at higher risk for
physical and sexual exploitation, mental health and substance abuse - even death. It is
estimated that 5,000 homeless youth die each year as a result of assault, illness, or suicide.
RHY services are largely funded through federal and state grants and donations. However,
grant funds require that 10-25% of the project cost be provided through matching funds.
Deschutes County grant funds continue to be crucial match funds for this project.
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Food for deals on Wheels & Congregate Meals Project
2022-23 Award $12,000
Amount Requested 2023-24 $13,000
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Community Need and Request for Increased Funding
Over 25% of the population are age 50 or older, and by 2025, this number is projected to be 35%.
Our "Meal Services Program (MSP)" has a rich history serving older adults in the greater Redmond
area - Alfalfa, Eagle Crest, Crooked River Ranch, Terrebonne, and parts of Powell Butte. We project
over 36,000 meals will be served by June 30, 2023, and with increased requests, we plan for a 30%
increase in meals served July 1 thru June 30, 2024.
We face several critical issues:
1. Demand for MS continues to grow;
2. Food and supply costs and staff salaries continues to escalate an average of 20%;
3. Demand for volunteer support continues to grow resulting in increased staff support
needed;
4. Increase federal compliance documentation impacts staff time and training.
In 2023-24, strategically, we are focusing on:
• Kitchen - Our commercial kitchen will undergo a complete remodel bringing it in compliance with
state health standards, significantly increasing efficiency preparing meals, and ability to serve
more people. Thanks to Deschutes County and City of Redmond funding and our leveraging of this
funding, the community will realize a much -improved resource.
• Fund Development — Our fund development efforts will expand to include increased funding
partners, grant support, and local funding events.
We are requesting an increase in funding to address food costs aligned with serving a minimum of an
average of 165 meals daily and address supply costs (trays, paper products, packaging, etc.) aligned
with home delivered and on -site meals.
Impact of Current Investment Support a minimum of 5.7% of the total annual cost for Meals on
Wheels and home food delivery service for older adults. From July 1, 2022 to February 1, 2023, MSP
has reached 70% of its goal. In this same time period, this investment supports less than 3% of actual
costs as a result of significant increase food/supply costs. This investment helped leverage two new
financial partners supporting the MSP.
Comments We are greater Redmond's hub for older adults and the only inclusive organization
providing Meal Service Program to diverse older adults in the area. Sustaining the Meal Services
Program rests on engaging multiple revenue streams. Our Meal Services Program "backbone" is
Deschutes County and our other community partners who provide average of 63% of funding needed.
Federal funding represents an average of 37% support.
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Deschutes County. As we move forward, we will continue to look for ways to enhance access for our
more rural areas within Deschutes County to ensure they are able to receive these critical evaluation,
treatment, and prevention services when needed, without undue hardship. We are extremely grateful
to the Deschutes County BOCC for your continued' partnership and support of KIDS Center's services.
Your support helps ensure these services will continue to be available for those in need across our
county. - Gil Levy, Executive Director
Community Need
KIDS Center serves children (0-18) who are suspected victims of physical or sexual abuse,
neglect, drug endangerment, and witnessing domestic violence. KIDS Center is the regional
Designated Medical Provider (DMP) for medical evaluations, as well providing forensic
interviews, family advocacy, and therapy for children referred by law enforcement, DHS Child
Welfare, therapists, and medical professionals.
• In 2022, KIDS Center served 2,112 unduplicated children and families, and conducted 414
evaluations, a 17% increase from 2021.
• In 2022, our medical examiners (MEs) fielded 30 consult calls from medical providers in
Deschutes County and conducted 102 case reviews, which resulted in recommendations
and referrals to investigative agencies.
Impact of Current Investment Grant supports 0.21 FTE (of 1.0 FTE) medical examiner to
conduct consultations and medical evaluations of suspected victims of child abuse. in the
period of July 1, 2022, to February 28, 2023:
• Performed medical assessments for 293 children.
• 165 child abuse cases reviewed with law enforcement, DHS, and DA's Office.
• Provided support to 100% of DA's cases where a child was seen at KIDS Center.
• Every child (and their family) served with a medical evaluation received additional
services including family advocacy and a therapy referral (as appropriate).
Comments During the past two fiscal years, KIDS Center has provided our professional staff
with two rounds of substantial compensation increases to attempt to keep pace with the
rising costs of living in Central Oregon. The increased funding amount requested would help
support those increased costs in the coming year.
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Healthy Families & Family Empowerment Programs
2022-23 Award $35,000
Amount Requested 2023-24 $35,000
Community Need and Request for Funding
We have successfully established our Family Empowerment Center in Bend and just
expanded to a larger office in Redmond to meet the growing demand for our culturally -
specific services, leadership development and advocacy work. Immigrant Latino families in
our communities are one of our most vulnerable and underserved populations.
Key data indicators for Deschutes County Latinos include:
• Fastest growing (increased by 47% since 2010 in Deschutes County) with the ...
• Lowest median age at 26 (compared to 47) and 36% being under 18 years old; the ...
• Highest rate of labor force participation (78%), yet also with the ...
• Lowest average per capita income ($17,267) and the ...
• Highest rate of uninsured (18%), referring to health insurance coverage.
Immigrant Latino families face unique barriers such as English proficiency, lower formal
education levels and a reluctance of businesses to recognize foreign credentials. In
September 2021, we moved to a 5,700 square foot office and community center in Bend to
expand our services to families and continue to realize our vision to build a welcoming
community across cultures. This move increased our annual facility costs by $67,000. We
now have space for our English and Citizenship classes. We hosted vaccination and testing
clinics and have rented our community room to families for baby showers and birthdays. We
also just expanded our Redmond office to house our growing staff team, including our
Workforce Navigator and Advocacy & Leadership Coordinator. Computer classes just started.
Impact of Current Investment Support 6% of Healthy Families & Family Empowerment
program costs.
• Information and referrals for 400 people
• Help enroll and educate 500 people regarding health insurance and system access
• Coordinate and provide 100 people with legal assistance
• Provide 200 people free tax filing services
• Help 50 people become U.S. citizens
Comments As employers struggle to find qualified employees to fill their open positions,
immigrants will become an even more important segment of our workforce. However, they
face housing, childcare, health challenges. Deschutes County's support will help ensure we
are resourced adequately to meet the needs AND empower our immigrant families to thrive.
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Volunteer Coordination of Emergency Meals
2022-23 Award $42,500
Amount Requested 2023-24 $50,000
Our ongoing partnership with Deschutes County improves the overall health of our community.
Community Need and Request for Increased Funding
We respectfully request BOCC grant funding to help support the continuing service delivery of
nutritious meals as part of our Meal Program. This is especially critical now that the Inn has
opened its second shelter location in Redmond. As the region's leading emergency shelter
provider, the Inn serves as a critical safety net in our region. Without access to services uniquely
provided by the Inn, economically disadvantaged adults and families are at greater risk of chronic
poverty with limited alternatives as the region slowly recovers from the devastating impact of the
pandemic.
The region continues to experience an increase in the number of adults/families, who have lost
their income, may no longer have a safe place to live and will be seeking support from the Inn. It is
essential for the Inn to address extreme hunger and nutrition -related health conditions to
mitigate reduction in cognitive abilities, which make it evert more difficult for homeless individuals
to find and hold jobs.
Since March 2020, the Inn has been required to reduce its resident capacity by over 60% to
comply with CDC guidelines. That guideline continues today; however, a projected return to 100%
capacity is expected by the early 2023. While the demand for nutritious meals was great before
COVID-19, it is projected to be even more significant as we transition into the post -virus months.
Bethlehem Inn respectfully requests $50,000 for FY 23124 in support of our Meal Program in Bend
and Redmond, which will serve a projected 100,000 nutritious meals to an estimated 1,100
children and adults next year. Funding will help support fixed staffing costs regardless of resident
count- 1.0 FTE Kitchen manager and 2.0 FTE Kitchen staff. Matching funds will help support 2.0
FTE Kitchen Staff and one .25 FTE Facility assistant to support food inventory and facility needs.
Impact of Current Investment Support for 0.73 FTE (of 1.0 FTE) kitchen manager and 0.16 FTE (of
1 FTE) kitchen steward to prepare and serve meals as part of the Meal Program.
• 100% of residents provided three nutritious meals daily
• In the period of July 1, 2022 to February 28, 2023, 572 residents and 60,600 meals served.
Comments BOCC funding will help support the increasing fixed kitchen staffing costs due to
competitive job market and need to increase salaries to retain/recruit staff regardless of number
of residents served.
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Juniper Elementary FAN Advocate Project
2022-23 Award $17,500
Amount Requested 2023-24 $17,500
Community Need
This year FAN is celebrating our 30th anniversary, offering assistance, possibility, and hope to
Central Oregon families in need by connecting them with crucial resources that help children
flourish in school and in life. FAN has served over 181,000 children and family members since
inception and more than 7,000 individuals each year.
FAN places advocates directly in schools to decrease barriers to assistance for children and
their family members who are low-income, unhoused, or experiencing poverty. According to
the 2020 Condition of Education report from National Center for Education Statistics,
"...living in poverty [is] associated with poor educational outcomes —including receiving low
achievement scores, having to repeat a grade, and dropping out of high school." Social
determinants of health include economic stability and access to education. FAN directly
addresses both of these determinants by connecting families with basic needs, like food,
clothing, school supplies, health care, rental/utility assistance, transportation, and more, so
children can remain in school prepared to learn. Each year, FAN works with over 100
community partners, including health and social services, to ensure families can access the
resources they need to stabilize after suffering setbacks.
Our relationship with our community partners is reciprocal: often school personnel and
community organizations refer clients to FAN for help with multiple poverty -related needs.
According to research conducted through the School of Social Work at Georgia State
University, "On a community level, fragmentation of services across agencies can... be a
barrier for overwhelmed families who are unaware of effective strategies to navigate
complex systems of service delivery" (Lewinson, T. & Collard, C.S. 93). FAN's work counters
this fragmentation of services, so that clients can navigate the often -confusing web of social
services more efficiently. Working through one dedicated advocate, families in need can
build a trust -based relationship with someone who can help them get the resources they
need to thrive.
Impact of Current Investment Grant supports 0.37 FTE (of 0.47 FTE) FAN advocate at Juniper
Elementary School to connect children and family members to basic -need resources.
• In the period of July 1, 2022 to March 1, 2023 connected 218 children and family
members to basic -need resources, nearly meeting annual goals.
• During the fall client survey, 98% of families reported that FAN improved their situation.
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N11k ary's Place Supervised Visitation & Safe Exchange Center
2022-23 Award $30,000
Amount Requested 2023-24 $35,000
Community Need
During FY21-22, 908 victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and/or stalking in the County
received 12,622 vital safety services from Saving Grace (SG) including shelter, 24-hr helpline,
counseling, and legal assistance, a 17% increase over FY20-21. Of victims receiving these SG
services, 99 were referred by law enforcement after screening in as high lethality cases. In
Deschutes County Circuit Court for FY21-22, 511 restraining orders were filed, with 124 cases
involving children where parenting time was allowed. Of those cases, 52 (42%) were referred
to Mary's Place (MP) for supervised visits or safe exchanges. The purpose of referring these
cases to MP is to protect the adult victim and children from further harm from an abusive
parent/partner, while allowing parenting time to continue. In FY21-22, MP provided 73
unduplicated families including 125 children with 1,414 supervised visits and safe exchanges.
• MP remains the sole provider of free domestic violence -specific supervised visits and safe
exchange services including case management east of the Cascades.
• Requested funds would support 0.33 FTE of 1.0 FTE program director for supervision and
direction of 6.77 FTE staff who provide supervised visits, safe exchanges, case
management and advocacy services for MP families.
Impact of Current Investment Provide 0.36 FTE of 1.0 FTE to supervise 6.77 staff who
provide supervised visits, safe exchanges, case management and advocacy services for
families that have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking and/or child sexual
abuse.
• In the period of July 1, 2022 to March 1, 2023 MP has so far served 63 families with
nearly 800 supervised visits and safe exchanges and expects to exceed the numbers
served during the prior FY.
Comments The COVID pandemic has continued to impact MP staff and families served.
Additionally, the stress of inflation and high housing costs have been strongly felt by both
staff and families served, with most families served living at or near poverty level. Due to high
demand, families must wait on average one month to begin MP services. The severity of
violence and coercive control experienced by survivors referred to MP remains alarmingly
high. Stalking, strangulation, sexual assault and abuse of children common, underscoring the
importance of the services Mary's Place provides in preventing further violence and harm to
these vulnerable citizens of Deschutes County.
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2022-23 Award
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Homeless Outreach Coordinator
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en a lifeline for the hardest to reach and hardest to serve. The
res to grow, but the needs of those who are "homeless" never
itegize, keeping hope in front of them. - JW Terry, Executive
Community Need
COVO served 1,430 unduplicated households (singles or multiple persons) in 2022. 711 of these
households were new to COVO services. Total client contacts in our Outreach Program were 6,648
with 3,140 of these in our Outreach Center and 3,508 in homeless camp outreach efforts. Despite an
ever-increasing effort by COVO and other service providers, the number of persons living unsheltered
remains high in Deschutes County, many still reeling from the financial impact of the pandemic.
COVO respectfully requests $30,000 for FY 2023-24 to continue funding a portion of the outreach
coordinator to oversee camp and street outreach efforts, and to train and support outreach
volunteers. The coordinator works with community partners to facilitate services to individuals and
enhance collaborative efforts for best addressing service to the homeless in Deschutes County. Key
partners in outreach include but not limited to Deschutes County Homeless Outreach Services Team
and Stabilization Center, Mosaic Medical Mobile Clinic, Shepherd's House, REACH, VA HUD-VASH
team and more.
COVO is a key partner in the Homeless Leadership Coalition (HLC) Central Oregon/Continuum of Care
(CoC), serving on the HLC board and committees, and participates in the Coordinated Entry System
weekly case management and the annual Point in Time Count. COVO is a member of the Multi -Agency
Coordination (MAC) Group currently planning for the funding to our CoC from the Governor's
emergency order on homelessness (EO 23-02). Central Oregon Veterans Village, a partnership with
Deschutes County, Bend Heroes Foundation and others, provides shelter to homeless Veterans
identified through our Outreach Program and referrals from community partners. In 2023-24 three
priorities are to increase services to the rapidly increasing population of senior/aging persons
experiencing or at risk for homelessness; reach areas of Deschutes County less served because of
accessibility; and to increase outreach to women Veterans (a 23% increase in 2022 over 2021 of
women Veteran clients seen).
Impact of Current Investment Provide 0.6 FTE (of 1.5 FTE) Outreach Coordinator
• In the period of July 1, 2022 to February 28, 2023, Outreach made 2,331 contacts with homeless
and low-income people visiting the center, 3,026 contacts with homeless people in camps, and
served 102 veterans not currently served by COVO, soundly meeting annual goals.
• Coordinated more than 1,162 volunteer hours assisting services and outreach to homeless
and/or low income people.
Comments COVO continually seeks practical solutions to address homelessness in Deschutes County,
for both Veterans and non -Veterans. We do this in partnership with our network of extraordinary
community partners, believing in strength in collaboration. COVO fills a unique niche in helping those
experiencing homelessness, providing a trusted connection as a gateway to accessing support,
community services, and housing.
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CASA
2022-23 Award $35,000
Amount Requested 2023-24 $35,000
Community Need and Request for Funding
CASA of Central Oregon provides volunteer advocacy to abused and neglected children, aged
from birth to 21 years. CASA programs are mandated by Oregon law; this means that every
time a child enters foster care in Deschutes County, CASA of Central Oregon is appointed by
the judge to represent that child's best interests in all court proceedings. Even though CASA is
mandated by law, the CASA program in Deschutes County received a small portion of its
funding from the state general fund this year. That amount may well be at -risk given the state
fiscal challenges this biennium.
The need is greater than ever. Children in Deschutes County are still feeling the long-term
effects of the community challenges brought by the COVID-19 pandemic. We know this
because the number of children in foster care has increased since the beginning of the
pandemic. On January 1, 2020, there were 172 children in foster care in Deschutes County.
This number increased by 27% to January 1, 2022. On January 1, 2023, there were 211
children in foster care, still above pre -pandemic levels.
CASA respectfully requests $35,000 for FY 23-24 to fund 0.6 FTE of a Program Coordinator
position. This calculation reflects wages and benefits for a college -educated Program
Coordinator to support approximately 40 volunteers, who will advocate for over 100 children.
Impact of Current Investment Provide 0.6 (of 6.7 FTE) program staff to train/support CASA
volunteers for children birth through age 18.
• In the period July 1, 2022 to March 1, 2023, there were 288 unduplicated Deschutes
County children in foster care. During the same period, 247 children had an assigned
CASA. We estimate that there will be approximately 300 children in foster care from July
1, 2022 to June 30, 2023.
Comments National studies have shown the CASAs are effective. Children with CASAs tend
to do better during their time in foster care: 1) they transition into a safe, permanent home
more quickly than children without a CASA's advocacy; 2) they do better in school; 3) have
fewer disciplinary problems, and; 4) receive more services to heal from trauma and thrive.
County support has never been more vital to give children in foster care a volunteer
advocate.
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Community Need
Oregon estimates that 40% (4 out of 10) of children enter kindergarten with barriers to their
success. Healthy Beginnings' goal is to reach more of the 14,468 children in the county ages 0-5
that miss receiving a developmental screening. With increased demands on working families in
Central Oregon, preschool screenings are an innovative solution to provide developmental
screenings for children in a preschool setting.
• In FY21-22, Healthy Beginnings screened 448 children in Deschutes County through the
preschool screening program. The program identified concerns in 119 children, providing
referrals and personal follow up to connect them with services in development, hearing, and
vision. Ultimately, 96 of these referrals were followed up on, to the point of seeking
professional care and/or treatment.
• New Screening Program Manager hired, March 2023. This new staff member brings professional
expertise and training in the field of childhood mental health and behavioral issues. This will
enhance our post-COVID screening protocols and family follow-up.
In 2023, we are launching a new partnership with Juntos Aprendemos, to strengthen relationships,
expand outreach and increase service to the Central Oregon Latino community.
Impact of Current Investment
• In the period of July 1, 2022 to March 1, 2023, HB provided 56 evidence -based screenings in
development, behavior, hearing, and vision at preschool sites. Screening program was placed
on hold in Q2 due to key staff retirement and an extended replacement search process.
• Screening results sent to the medical provider, family, and shared with the preschool teacher
to ensure closed loop communication between family, medical home & school. HB has
provided 31 referrals for care and treatment.
• Finalized a two-year MOU w/ Deschutes County WIC program, to provide screenings and
participate in WIC sponsored events. (Spring 2023)
• Renewed Title 1A PreK screening partnership with Redmond School District. (Spring 2023)
Comments Healthy Beginnings is a sole source provider of evidence -based preschool screenings in
the region. We have strong partnerships with other local service providers, Deschutes County WIC,
Juntos Aprendemos, Healthy Families of the High Desert, High Desert ESD, Early Learning Hub of C.O.,
Mosaic Medical, Head Start and Early Head Start programs.
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UPPER DESCHUTES
W A T E R S H E D C O U N C I L
March 20, 2023
RE: Request to Deschutes County Commissioners for Service Partner Grant Funding for Upper
Deschutes Watershed Council for FY24
Dear Deschutes County Commissioners:
Thank you for your ongoing support for our programs at the Upper Deschutes Watershed Council
(UDWC)! UDWC is now serving the Central Oregon community for a 261`' year in 2023 after
being formed in partnership with Deschutes County back in 1997. I look forward to sharing my
annual presentation with you later in 2023. During this current fiscal year, the UDWC is
receiving $20,000 as part of Deschutes County's Service Partner Grant Program. This annual
funding is an important component that supports our staffing and operations which brings
additional public and private dollars to the Upper Deschutes watershed. As an example, total
revenue for our work in FY22 was $1.6M with 43% coming as federal funding, 14% as state
funding and 39% being non -governmental grants or donations. In FY23, our proposed budget was
just over $2M for working leveraging this support from Deschutes County.
UDWC has received the same level of funding ($20,000) from Deschutes County for the past 20
years and is respectively requesting an increase to $25,000 for FY24 (July 1, 2023 — June 30,
2024). Costs have gone up in recent years with operations, health care, and adminstrative costs
increasing due to inflation and other pressures which leads to this request for additional Service
Partner Grant Program funding which we have never requested before.
Support from Deschutes County supports our staffing and operations costs, allowing UDWC to
complete restoration projects, monitor the health of our streams and rivers, and to accomplish
valuable education and outreach for K-12 students and community members about the importance
of our rivers and streams. Recent highlights from FY23 include:
UDWC informs the community about stream restoration, watershed monitoring, and
community stewardship opportunities with the outcome of keeping the community
informed and engaged in the protection of natural resources. A couple examples in FY23
include: 1) UDWC is offering a second year of watershed education classes in 2023 and
doing it this year in partnership with COCC through their continuing education programs.
Classes include a six -part series including a watershed tour about the Metolius watershed
and another about the Upper Deschutes watershed. This is a continuation of programming
we started in 2022 and we have expanded in 2023 thanks to funding from the
Roundhouse Foundation in Sisters, Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board and is also
supported by funding from Deschutes County. 2) UDWC completed a restoration project
at Creekside Park in Sisters and involved nearly 400 students and community volunteers
in planting trees and shrubs along the streambanks of Whychus Creek at the park. A very
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similar effort will t-Rc taluir�; pi;a Avg ., i. a,.,:i :Jay of 20r3 at Ri orbcnd 11ark in Bend
where a restoratioi� is ,o hetd pis annu .i River
Clean-up on July 30, 2022 with another clean-ap scheduled for July 2023. We. had more
participants and sponsors than ever before in 2022!
UDWC has completed over 50 on -the -ground restoration projects over the past 25 years.
For our 25"' anniversary in 2022, we created a map (copied below) showing the location
of all these projects and also created a video sharing some personal stories about the
value of watershed councils. In FY23, UDWC completed three restoration projects which
is more projects than normal for us and stretches our capacity but we are also still
catching up on projects that were delayed because of the Covid pandemic and forest fires
of 2020. UDWC led a restoration project at Creekside Park in Sisters along Whychus
Creek and also a restoration project at the Willow Springs Preserve owned by the
Deschutes Land Trust along Whychus Creek. Lastly, UDWC led a restoration project at
Riverbend Park along the Deschutes River in Bend in partnership with Bend Park and
Recreation District (BPRD). This project is an excellent example of a public/private
investment with BPRD providing funding for the project but UDWC also bringing over
$400,000 in funding from the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board, the Bend
Sustainability Fund and the Sunderland Foundation. Videos about our work and some of
these projects can be found at the links below.
25"' Anniversary Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=doPvGgSuQwE
Creekside Park Project Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U2tMoQ7J46M
Willow Spring Project Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5i8GPbc6JZI
Link to 2022 Annual Report: https://www.upperdeschuteswatershedcouncil.org/wp-
content/uploads/2022/12/UDWC 2022AnnualReport.pdf
• In FY23 we have continued to work with public and private schools offering K-12
students the opportunity to learn about their local rivers and streams and take field trips to
these rivers and streams to learn about local water resources. We also offered three
summer camps for students in 2022.
• UDWC also continues to coordinate a watershed monitoring program to monitor stream
temperatures and restoration effectiveness at various locations in in Central Oregon, and
this has continued in FY23.
Funding from the Service Partner Grant from Deschutes County helps leverage funding for all the
projects described above by supporting UDWC staff and our operations costs. We greatly
appreciate and depend on the financial support from the Deschutes County Service Partner
Program and we respectfully request continued support in FY24.
Sincerely,
l i,-
Kris Knight
Executive Director
Upper Deschutes Watershed Council
FY23 Service Partner Results of Investment Overview
Other County Funding
Amount Requested Received / Requested,
_Service Partner FY23 Award _ FY24 FY23?*
Bethlehem Inn $42,500 $50,000 Yes
CASA $35,000 $35,000 No
Council on Aging
$42,500
$50,000
Yes
COVO
$30,000
$30,000
Yes
FAN
$17,500
$17,500
Yes
Healthy Beginnings
$25,000
$25,000
Yes
J Bar J Youth_Services
$20,000
$20,000 _
Yes
KIDS Center
$30,000
$35,000
No
LCA
$35,000
$35,000
Yes
MountainStar $21,600 $21,600 Yes
Redmond Senior Center $12,000 $13,000 No
Saving Grace $30,000 $35,000 Yes
*Refer to Funding Summary for information on grants, amounts, and intended use of funds.
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Below is an overview of funding Service Partners received, are scheduled to receive, or have applied for from
July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2023 from the County in addition to BOCC Service Partner Grant Program
funds.
Grant Type Amount Intended Use of Funds
Bethlehem Inn
ARPA Funding
$900,000
Facility Improvements for Bethlehem Inn Redmond
building
BOCC Discretionary FY22 Q4
$2,000
Fundraising support for Spotlight on Homelessness
event
BOCC Discretionary FY23 Q4
$2,500
Fundraising support for Spotlight on Homelessness
event
TOTAL:
$904,500
CASA — no additional funding requested/received
Council on Aging
ARPA Funding
$327,840
Building rehabilitation — HVAC upgrades
BOCC Discretionary FY22 Q1
$1,700
Outreach canopy replacement
BOCC Discretionary FY22 Q2
$1,800
Building rehabilitation/bathroom upgrades
BOCC Discretionary FY22 Q3
$1,700
Printing Adult Activity Packets
BOCC Spay & Neuter Grant
$1,735
Spay and neuter vet services
BOCC Discretionary FY23 Q1
$1,450
Hot box meal delivery equipment
BOCC Discretionary FY23 Q2
$1,250
Printing Adult Activity Packets
TOTAL:
$337,475
COVO
Veterans Village $75,000
Village operation costs
FAN
BOCC Discretionary FY22 Q1
$2,500
Fundraising support for annual FAN luncheon event
BOCC Discretionary FY23 Q2
$2,000
Fundraising support for annual FAN luncheon event
TOTAL:
$4,500
Healthy Beginnings
BOCC Discretionary FY22 Q3
$1,300
Provide two community -based Title 1A PreK program
screenings in Redmond
J Bar 1 Youth Services
BOCC Discretionary FY23 Q4 $2,000 Car seats
KIDS Center — no additional funding requested/received
Latino Community Association (LCA)
BOCC Discretionary FY22 Q3
$2,500
Fundraising support for Gala de Oro event
BOCC Discretionary FY23 Q2
$2,000
Fundraising support for Empowering Families luncheon
event
BOCC Discretionary FY23 Q4
$2,500
Fundraising support for Gala de Oro event
TOTAL:
$7,000
Grant Type I Amount Intended Use of Funds
MountainStar Family Relief Nursery
ARPA Funding
$600,000
Program expansion in La Pine and remodel in Redmond
BOCC Discretionary FY22 Q1
$2,000
Fundraising support for Birdies 4 Babies event
BOCC Discretionary FY23 Q1
$2,000
Fundraising support for Birdies 4 Babies event
TOTAL
$604,000
Redmond Senior Center — no additional funding requested/received
Saving Grace
ARPA Funding
$375,000
Weekend Advocates program as well as food and
housing services
ARPA Funding
$75,000
Shelter kitchen remodel and addition of two shelter
bedrooms
TOTAL
$450,000
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Fundraising Grants
Community Grant Program: United
Way- Emergency Food, Clothing and
Shelter
Camping re si°bi: it Study
Fair & Expo Master Plan Support
Affordable Housing Trust Fund
Request for $100,000 in Video Lottery funds for fuel reduction grants
Program:
The County's Fuel Reduction Grant Program is designed to assist communities with specific,
short-term projects related to reducing fuels and improving defensible space in Deschutes
County.
Preference will be given to communities or neighborhoods that are working to be recognized as
a Firewise USAT"° site or are currently recognized as a Firewise USA TM site and are proposing
projects consistent with their Firewise action plan and community assessment.
Applicants must be working at the neighborhood or community scale (individual property
owners are not eligible) to reduce wildfire risks.
A wide range of activities may be eligible for funding, including, equipment rental, supplies
needed for community work parties, contracting out roadside chipping, fuel reduction or
defensible space, and debris disposal fees.
Requests for regular maintenance (i.e. pine needle raking and removal) and ongoing
operational funding that cannot be sustained beyond the grant period are discouraged.
Funding:
In the Fall of 2022, there were a total of 30 applicants for fuel reduction grants, of which 26
were awarded. Total amounts awarded ranged from $1,000-$5,000. The total "ask" from all the
applicants was $157,000, which speaks volumes for the program and success of the programs in
the County. We are hopeful that the BOCC will continue to support this effort.
Thank you for being an advocate for this valuable funding.
Deschutes County Natural Resources
61150 SE 27th Street
Bend, OR 97702
�:[j'�SGtTLJ.T COL}NTY.q:.
To: Deschutes County Board of Commissioners
From: Geoff R. Hinds, Deschutes County Fair & Expo
Date: 4/6/2023
Subject: Request for $200,000 in Oregon Video Lottery funds for a facility master plan
I am writing to request $200,000 in Oregon Video Lottery funds from Deschutes County to be used by
Deschutes County Fair & Expo for a facility master plan. The purpose of this master plan is to develop a
comprehensive, long-term plan for the improvement and expansion of our fairgrounds and event center.
As you are aware, Deschutes County Fair & Expo is a valuable asset to our community, attracting visitors
from all over the region and generating significant economic activity for our local businesses. However,
our current facilities are outdated and inadequate to meet the growing demand for events and activities. In
order to remain competitive and continue to serve our community effectively, we need to develop a
master plan that will guide our fixture growth and development.
The proposed master plan will include an assessment of our existing facilities and infrastructure, as well
as recommendations for new construction and upgrades to better meet the needs of our patrons and
vendors. We will also explore opportunities for revenue generation, including partnerships with local
businesses and other organizations.
We believe that the Oregon Video Lottery funds are a critical source of support for this project, and we
are confident that this investment will pay dividends for our community for years to come. We will work
closely with Deschutes County to ensure that the funds are used effectively and transparently, and that the
final master plan reflects the priorities and needs of our community.
Thank you for your consideration of this important request. We look forward to working with you to
improve and expand the facilities at Deschutes County Fair & Expo.
Sincerely,
Geoff R. Hinds
Director, Fair & Expo
Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center
3800 Airport Way, Redmond OR 97756
(541) 548-2711
EXPO.DESCHUTES.ORG
Deschutes County
FY 2024 Video Lottery Fund Allocation Exercise
State Video Lottery Revenue Anticipated $ 1,176,015.00 Projected by Oregon State Lottery
ISE Fees b (35,496.00)
Grant Program Administration $ (56,070.00) Remaining Bafance
Total Resources Available $ 1,084,449.00
FY 2023 ALLOCATIONS
CATEGORY PROGRAM FY 2024 REQUESTS FY 2024 ALLOCATIONS NOTES
Economic Development EDCO Regional Capacity / Operational Support
Local capacity: Bend
Local Capacity: Sunriver/La Pine
Local Capacity: Redmond
Local Capacity: Sisters
Venture Catalyst Program
Economic Development Loans
(Transfer to Fund 050)
Sub -Total
Other Economic Development
Sunriver Chamber General Operations
Sunriver Chamber 'Shop Sunriver" Campaign
Sisters Chamber General Operations
Sub -Total
Special Project Support
Shop -with -a -Cop Program
Deschutes Cultural Coalition
Deschutes Basin Water Collaborative
Deschutes Collaborative Forest Project
Friends of the Children
Sub -Total
Service Partners
Central Oregon Council on Aging(COCOA) -Meals
on Wheels and Congregate Dining
MountairStar Family Relief Nursery - Therapuetic
Early Childhood Classroom and Safety Net Projects
J-Bar-J / Cascade Youth and Family Services
Redmond Senior Center -Meals on Wherts &
Congregate Meals Project
KIDS Center - Child Abuse Medical Evaluation Project
ni Latino Commuty Association -Healthy Families &
Family Empowerment Programs
Bethlehem Inn -volunteer Coordination of
Emergency Meals
Family Access Network (FAN) -Juniper Elementary
FAN Advocate Project
Saving Grace- Mary Place Supervised Visitation &
Safe Exchange Center
Central Oregon Veterans' Outreach (COVO)-
Homeless Outreach Coordinator
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)
Healthy Beginnings Preschool Developmental
Screening
Upper Deschutes Watershed Council
Sub -Total
Grant Programs
Fuels Reduction Grant Program
Discretionary Grants
Fundraising Grants
Arts and Culture Grants
United Way of Central Oregon: Emergency Food,
Clothing and Shelter Grants
Sub -Total
$ 45,000.00
b 48,000.00
8 20,110.00
$ '20,0it. 00
S 75,000,00
b ' 5.,000.00
S 140,000.00
$'68,000.00
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$.: :5,000,00
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$ 20,000.00
1 $ 50,00000.
$ 90,000.00
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$ 361,100.00
$ 392,100.00
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1 $ 60,000,00
$ 26,000,00
$ 25,000,00
$ 42,950.00
8 ' 30,000.00
$ 80,000.00
$ 80,000.00
S 208,950.00
$ 165,000.00
$
Potential Board Investments "NEW' Special Project Support: Camping Feasibility Study
Fair, & Expo Master Plan Support (one time)
Affordable Housing Trust Fund(onetime)
Sub -Total
S 58,000.00
4 42,000.00
$
TBD
$ 58,000.00
1 $ : : : 212,0D 0.
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-otal of a $26,635 increase requested to support rising
operational and labor expenses as well as an additional 1.0 FTE
toe to increased demand for services. This results in a &4%
crease in funding for local programs and 12.94E increase for
DCO regional support.
taff does not anticipate that a transfer to 050 in FY24 will be
ecessary, based on current fund balance and expected loan
equests $110000 allocated in FY22
:3,000 n requested to support hiring a contracted
employee for webs to and social media management.
In increase requested.
,5,000 increase requested to continue progress on water
management plan and leverage state and local dollars.
:5,000 increase requested to support staffing and outreach
!(forts for projects.
;30,000 increase requested to support coni nued organizational
owth (doubling n s ze in next five years).
i7,500 increase requested to support volunteer expenses and
ood provisions.
ao increase requested.
In increase requested.
0,000 increase requested to support rising food and supply
osls.
:5.000 increase requested to support staff compensation
adjustments for rising cost of living,
Qo increase requested.
�7,500 increase requested to support fixed kitchen staffing
osts.
4o increase requested.
:5,000,ncrease requested to support rsing operational and
rdministrative costs, including staff compensation adjustments.
qo increase requested.
Jo increase requested,
qo increase requested.
;5,000 ncrease requested to support rising opera( onal and
administrative costs.
)nginal FY23 allocation was $15,000. Board increased allocation
sed on grant requests.
7riginai FY23 allocation was $25,000. Board increased allocation
aced on grant requests.
ayment of $58,000 expected to be paid in FY23
Optional to allow for unexpected revenue variations.
TOTAL REQUIREMENTS F$ 1,303,185.00 1 $, Contingenrywas estimated at E. of regti rements.
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TEMPLATE SCOPING COMMENT LETTER
Ms. Science Kilner
Regional Environmental Officer
FEMA Region 10
130 228`h Street SW
Bothell, WA 98021
FEMA-RIO-ESAcomments@fema.dhs.gov
Re: Scoping Comment regarding FEMA Docket 2023-0007
FEMA's EIS regarding FEMA's Plan for NFIP-ESA Integration in Oregon
Dear Ms. Kilner,
I am writing on behalf of to provide comments regarding the scope of FEMA's environmental
review of its plan for NFIP-ESA Integration in Oregon. I believe that FEMA's implementation of this plan
will have significant environmental consequences for many communities and property owners in
Oregon.
As an initial comment, I am concerned that FEMA's plan for integrating the NFIP and ESA in Oregon is
not sufficiently definite to enable meaningful environmental review. To date, the only available
information is FEMA's Draft Implementation Plan dated October 2021. That Draft Plan includes many
gaps and ambiguities regarding what changes FEMA intends to require NFIP-participating jurisdictions to
implement. Until all of the implementation documents and guidance are available in least a complete
draft form, it will be difficult and in some cases not possible for members of the public to comment
regarding the scope or effect of FEMA's proposed action.
Assuming FEMA proceeds with environmental review despite this concern, I request that FEMA consider
the following as part of its EIS:
• How implementation of FEMA's plan will affect [insert any particular land use or operation
occurring within the floodplain within your jurisdiction where you are concerned that FEMA's
implementation plan may have negative consequences — e.g., particular Port facilities, particular
agricultural activities, residential or commercial activities.]
• When/how local jurisdictions will determine which development projects within the floodplain,
including the floodway, may proceed and with what limitations/restrictions.
• When/how local jurisdictions will determine whether a development project may use mitigation
to offset its impacts.
• The types and availability of mitigation for floodplain development impacts. It is important that
FEMA not assume that mitigation is available and must evaluate the availability of mitigation for
particular projects and in particular communities.
• The degree of benefit for ESA listed species and habitat from implementation of the proposed
new restrictions in various floodplain areas — e.g., in urban areas, in rural areas, in recreational
areas, on forests and farms, in riverine and coastal floodplains, and in floodplain areas nearer
and further from riparian areas.
• The socioeconomic impacts of implementation of FEMA's implementation plan. This should
include:
o Impacts to floodplain property owners
o Impacts to value and prices of property inside and outside the floodplain
o Impacts to local jurisdiction's tax revenue and the corresponding effects on local
government spending
o Other direct and indirect socioeconomic impacts from implementation of FEMA's NFIP-
ESA integration
• The consistency or inconsistency of FEMA's implementation plan with existing Oregon laws and
policies, including Measure 49.
The consistency or inroncictonry of FEMA's implementation nlan with each NIRP-participating
jurisdiction's existing land use plans and policies, including existing zoning, comprehensive
plans, housing -oals, hazard management plans, and others.
• The cumulative impacts on development of compliance with other existing federal, state and
local requirements that also apply and how FEMA intends to avoid duplicative or overlapping
requirements.
® Now existing and potential future habitat benefit projects will be considered as part of
implementation of FEMA's plan.
• The consequences for local community that choose not to participate in the NFIP once FEMA
begins enforcing its final implementation plan.
[Add or subtract any particular issues based on the concerns of your communities and any unique
circumstances.]
Please add my name to the list of commenters and ensure that I receive notice of all future actions
related to FEMA's preparation of this EIS and related to any efforts by FEMA related to NFIP-ESA
integration in Oregon.
Sincerely,
Nick Lelack
From: Peter Gutowsky
Sent: Monday, May 1, 2023 9:24 AM
To: Nick Lelack
Subject: FW: Model letter & Coalition Slides
Attachments: TEMPLATE SCOPING COMMENT LETTER.042723(1192364.1).docx; Oregon NFIP ESA
Coalition Mtg.042523(1192042.1).pptx
Importance: High
FYI
X(ES� Peter Gutowsky, AICP I Director
��✓ C° DESCHUTES COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
117 NW Lafayette Avenue I Bend, Oregon 97703
Tel: (541) 385-1709
Enhancing the lives of citizens by delivering quality services in a cost-effective manner.
From: Sarah Absher <sabsher@co.tillamook.or.us>
Sent: Sunday, April 30, 2023 1:27 PM
To: Sarah Absher <sabsher@co.tillamook.or.us>
Cc: Lynn Tone <Itone@co.tillamook.or.us>; David Yamamoto <dyamamoto@co.tillamook.or.us>
Subject: Model letter & Coalition Slides
Importance: High
[EXTERNAL EMAIL]
Good Afternoon Everyone,
Attached are copies of a template letter to assist with your organization's scoping comment letter as well as copies of
the ESA discussion slides shared by Molly last week. Please feel free to personalize and edit the template language to
best capture how implementation of the BiOp will impact your area. Please also make sure the FEMA docket number is
included on your comment letter. The docket number is included in the template scoping letter. Comments are due
May 5cn
Comment Submission: Here is a link to the Notice of Intent to Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for Oregon
page where formal comments can be submitted: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2023/03/06/2023-
04495/notice-of-intent-to-prepare-an-environmental-impact-statement-for-Oregon. Access to review comments
already received can also be found at this link: https://www.regulations.gov/document/FEMA-2023-0007-
0001/comment.
Ten comments have been received to date.
Thank you for your support of Tillamook County's efforts to address FEMA's implementation plan and thank you for
taking quick action to also respond to FEMA during the comment period. Please do not hesitate to email me (and Lynn-
copied) if there is anything else I can do to help with comments this week. Lynn will help me keep an eye out for emails
so we can respond as quickly as possible.
Sincerely,
Sarah Absher, CBO, CFM, Director
TILLAMOOK COUNTY I Community Development
1510-B Third Street
Tillamook, OR 97141
Phone (503) 842-3408 x3412
sabsher@co.tillamook.or.us
AOCASSOCIATION OF
OREGON COUNTIES
1212 Court Street NE
Salem, OR 97301
www.oregoncounties.org
Bill To Date
Deschutes County 1/1/2023
Chair Patti Adair
P.O. Box 6005
Bend, OR 97708
Description: 2023 County Dues
AOC General Fund Dues
DUES DESCRIPTIONS
AOC General Fund Dues (required for membership)
Invoice #
DUES2023DES
Total
Invoice
Terms
Net 30
/WAT,MO ,
69,417.19
$69,417.19
General fund dues support legislative advocacy and policy development, educational opportunities and meetings, member
communications, and technical assistance, as well as AOC's core operational expenses including finance, insurance, utilities, and
supplies.
Dues are calculated using a tiered base fee determined by population. The remaining dues are divided in half, with 50 percent
allocated towards the county's share of assessed value, and 50 percent allocated towards the county's share of population. Figures
used to determine these calculations are obtained from the Department of Revenue and Portland State University (PSU) Population
Research Center (updated by AOC every three years). The formula is capped so no county will pay more than 20 times the lowest
base fee. Dues increase annually by 3 percent. Increases of 3.1 percent to 5 percent can be implemented annually with approval
from the AOC board of directors. Increases of 5.1 percent or more require approval from the AOC membership. In 2023 dues have
been increased by 7.5 percent as approved by the AOC membership in November 2022.
Council of Forest Trust Land Counties (CFTLC) Dues (required for voting privileges)
CFTLC dues finance the activities of the Council of Forest Trust Land Counties (CFTLC), created to represent the interests of the 15
Oregon counties that contain forest lands administered by the State Department of Forestry, These dues support advocacy and
professional services to promote and protect the counties' interests in Oregon's forest trust lands. Dues are based upon an approved
budget and comparative forest trust land acreage by county. In 2023 dues have been increased by 5 percent as approved by CFTLC
members in November 2022.
Council of Forest Trust Land Counties (CFTLC) Special Voluntary Dues
CFTLC special voluntary assessment dues enables CFTLC to retain critical specialized contract services to protect counties'
interests in the forest trust lands. The assessment is based on the CFTLC dues formula described above. In 2023 dues have been
increased by 5 percent as approved by CFTLC members in November 2022.
Please direct inquiries to:
Remit Checks to:
Wire/ACH:
Fiscal Services
Association of Oregon Counties
Bank Name: Wells Fargo Bank
accounting@oregoncounties.org
1212 Court Street NE
Account#: 88431689
503.585.8351
Salem, OR 97301
Routing# (ABA #): 123006800
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2� BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
1:00 PM, MONDAY, MAY 1, 2023
Allen Room - Deschutes Services Building - 1300 NW Wall St - Bend
(541) 388-6570 1 www.deschutes.org
AGENDA
MEETING FORMAT: In accordance with Oregon state law, this meeting is open to the public and
can be accessed and attended in person or remotely, with the exception of any executive session.
Members of the public may view the meeting in real time via YouTube using this link:
http://bit.ly/3mminzy. To view the meeting via Zoom, see below.
Citizen Input: The public may comment on any topic that is not on the current agenda.
Alternatively, comments may be submitted on any topic at any time by emailing
citizeninput@deschutes.org or leaving a voice message at 541-385-1734.
When in -person comment from the public is allowed at the meeting, public comment will also be
allowed via computer, phone or other virtual means.
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• To join the meeting from a computer, copy and paste this link: bit.ly/3h3ogdD.
• To join by phone, call 253-215-8782 and enter webinar ID # 899 4635 9970 followed by the
passcode 013510.
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comment, if and when allowed. If using a phone, press *6 to indicate you would like to speak and
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programs and activities. This event/location is accessible to people with disabilities.
If you need accommodations to make participation possible, call (541) 388-6572 or
email brenda.fritsvold@deschutes.org.
CALL TO ORDER
CITIZEN INPUT: Citizen Input may be provided as comment on any topic that is not on the
agenda.
Note: In addition to the option of providing in -person comments at the meeting, citizen input comments
may be emailed to citizeninput@deschutes.org or you may leave a brief voicemail at 541.385.1734.
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of minutes of the April 21, 2023 Legislative Update meeting
ACTION ITEMS
2. 1:05 PM Roundabout Art Proposal at US 20/013 Riley -Cook Avenue in Tumalo
3. 1:35 PM Document No. 2023-415, an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Oregon
Department of Transportation for the All Roads Transportation Safety
Intersection Upgrades Project
4. 1:45 PM Document No. 2023-065, a Notice of Intent to Award a contract for the
Paving of Rosland Rd: US 97 to Drafter Rd Project
5. 1:55 PM Document No. 2023-067, a Notice of Intent to Award Contract for
Engineering Services for the NW Lower Bridge Way/NW 43rd Street
Intersection Improvement Project
6. 2:05 PM Continuation of Board discussion of Planning Commission appointment
7. 2:20 PM FY 2024 Video Lottery Fund Allocations
OTHER ITEMS
These can be any items not included on the agenda that the Commissioners wish to discuss as part of
the meeting, pursuant to ORS 192.640.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
At any time during the meeting, an executive session could be called to address issues relating to ORS
192.660(2)(e), real property negotiations; ORS 192.660(2)(h), litigation; ORS 192.660(2)(d), labor
negotiations, ORS 192.660(2)(b), personnel issues, or other executive session categories.
Executive sessions are closed to the public, however, with few exceptions and under specific guidelines,
are open to the media.
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8. Executive Session under ORS 192,660 (2) (e) Real Property Negotiations
ADJOURN
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