Ask any employer in town whether the labor shortage is affecting them, and they will likely answer yes.
Most will tell you that lack of workers has shortened operating hours, increased workload for others and decreased their revenue.
The Bend Chamber of Commerce spent 2021 ramping up our mainstay leadership, networking, advocacy and resource programs impacted in the first year of COVID. But we spent much of our energy working on longer-term issues that have taken a toll on employers and the workforce.
New poll released by Bend Chamber of Commerce reveals depth of concern in Bend over rising housing costs. Poll also shows that Bend residents support more multi-family housing, greater urban density, followed by expanding the urban growth boundary.
The annual legislative session in Salem was anything but ordinary this year, as lawmakers gathered for the 160 day long session lasting from January through mid June. From the start, the session was unique as the Capitol building was closed to the public and all...
The Bend Chamber has worked through advocacy and collaboration to find solutions for the lack of childcare, including supporting a new pilot program that will provide up to 100 new slots in Bend.
By Bulletin Editorial Board Child care should enable parents to work and help start children on the path to learning. Oregon’s child care flops. The well-connected and well-paid may be able to find good solutions. Many other families cannot find child care when they...
The 2021 legislative session was characterized by Zoom meetings, COVID-19 restrictions and disruptions. It was surprisingly productive, however. In a normal year, the legislative process is not one for the faint of heart, as over 3,500 bills are introduced in a long session addressing a vast range of issues.
Virtually every industry in the state is experiencing a workforce challenge. Quality jobs are going unfilled: if this continues, it could hinder economic recovery for Oregon. We know that qualified workers are not yet returning to their jobs for several reasons.
The legislative session is well underway and the Chamber's Advocacy Council is actively monitoring 36 bills under our broad policy agenda. With over 3000 bills introduced thus far, the Chamber has leveraged partner organizations to engage in support or opposition of...
We are hopeful that the end of the worst days of the pandemic are near. The cost to human health and life and to our community businesses has been heavy and painful. As we all work to protect ourselves and one another from the virus, we remain insistent that our community businesses need help.
Legislative Update February 5, 2021 On January 19, the Oregon General Assembly convened for their annual legislative session. This year, being an odd year, is scheduled to last 160 days as the Senate and the House consider legislation and pass a budget for the...
Corporate Activity Tax Update 4th-quarter payments due February 1 Contact Robin Maxey, Public Information Officer, Oregon Dept. of Revenue, robin.maxey@oregon.gov. Fourth-quarter 2020 estimated payments for Oregon’s new Corporate Activity Tax are due by February 1,...
The Oregon Department of Revenue and the Corporate Activity Tax team have provided a list of important dates to be aware of, which are listed below. CAT forms are now available on the Revenue website.
Governor Kate Brown Calls Special Session to Consider $800 Million in Relief for Oregonians Governor calls on legislature to help Oregon communities impacted by COVID-19 and wildfires Governor Kate Brown will convene a Special Session of the Oregon Legislature at 8:00...
Take Action! Make your voice heard with your state legislators and advocate for policy priorities important to you and your business. Bend Chamber of Commerce // March 27, 2020 // Legislative Update By: Sara Odendahl - GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS CONTRACTOR Over the few short...
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