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2024 Bend Business Horizon Report
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City Approves UGB Expansion for Southeast Bend
City Council approved adding 91 acres in southeast Bend to the city’s urban growth boundary (UGB) on a 4-2 decision. The new site, called Caldera Ranch, will produce 700 units of housing via an expedited UGB process authorized by legislation in the 2024 session.
Generational Divide in Workplace Trust
24% of Boomers vs. 53% of Millennials Comfortable Discussing Personal Issues, Gen Z Leads in Workplace Communication Nearly 3 in 4 employed U.S. job seekers (72%) believe their company fosters a safe and trusting environment that encourages honest communication, but...
Judge Blocks Federal Ownership Reporting Requirements
A federal court in Texas halted the implementation of the Corporate Transparency Act’s (CTA) beneficial ownership reporting requirements. Holding that the CTA is likely unconstitutional, the court issued a preliminary injunction barring the government from enforcing...
Central Oregon Economic Insights—October 2024
Economy in Central Oregon By Andrew Grimoldby | Workforce Analyst/Economist, East Cascades Oregon Employment Department October in View: The nation’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate remained steady at 4.1% from September to October, and at the statewide level,...
Bend Emerging Talent 2025 Passports—Available Now Through January 15
Bend Chamber Offers Yearlong Professional and Personal Development Opportunities The Bend Chamber’s Bend Emerging Talent (formerly Young Professionals) program, sponsored by US Bank, announces the opening of sales of its 2025 Bend Emerging Talent (Bend ET) Passport....
COCC’s Small Business Development Center, Bend Chamber Welcomed SBA Official for Downtown Visit
The Small Business Development Center at Central Oregon Community College and the Bend Chamber of Commerce said they are honored to host U.S. Small Business Administration Portland District Director Martin Golden for a visit to downtown Bend next Monday and Tuesday,...
What’s on the Horizon for Central Oregon Businesses—By Katy Brooks
During the past six months, the Bend Chamber conducted a “three-horizon” survey of more than 160 business leaders in the Bend area. The survey asked what is influencing business today, what assumptions they are predicting for 10 years out, and how they will track progress between now and then.
City Committee Advances Electrification Policy Recommendations
Earlier this week the City’s Environment and Climate Committee advanced the first round of recommendations for electrification policies and programs. The recommendations for City Council consideration are the culmination of months of policy analysis and stakeholder...
COCC Ask the Experts—Building Company Culture
Question: I manage a production facility that makes automotive parts. We invest a lot of time and resources in hiring. What are some tips for building a strong company culture and investing in our team members after they are hired? A: Thank you for your question....
Central Oregon Economic Insights—September 2024
Economy in Central Oregon By Andrew Grimoldby | Workforce Analyst/Economist, East Cascades Oregon Employment Department September in View: The nation’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased slightly from 4.2% in August to 4.1% in September, and at the...
X-Golf Indoor Golf Simulator and Restaurant Coming to the Old Mill District
X-Golf, a world-class indoor golf simulator open to all ages, is set to open in the Old Mill District in the new year. The Old Mill District location at 389 S.W. Scalehouse Court, just east of the district’s retail core, will offer seven golf simulators, TVs...
Jed Bellefeuille Joins Cobalt Properties Group as Vice President
Cobalt Properties Group has announced that Jed Bellefeuille will be joining its Bend office as Vice President of Cobalt. An accomplished commercial real estate broker based in Bend, Oregon, Bellefeuille specializes in facilitating sales and leasing transactions...
Big Brothers Big Sisters seeks New Mentors to Support Local Youth Before Year’s End
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon (a program of J Bar J Youth Services) is calling on the Central Oregon community to make a life-changing difference by becoming a mentor to local youth. With over 90 kids currently waiting for a mentor, Big Brothers...
Webfoot Home Improvements Announces Brianna Deaner as the Winner of Project Serious
Webfoot Home Improvements is proud to announce Brianna Deaner as the recipient of their 16th Annual Project Serious, a giveaway that awards $20,000 in home improvement services to deserving local heroes and non profits. This year’s focus was on recognizing the...
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