Mayor Paul Blackburn of Hood River is resuming his Pie with the Mayor program to connect with the community. The first session will be Sunday, March 5th from 12:30-2:00 pm at Bette’s Place in downtown Hood River. El alcalde Paul Blackburn de Hood River está reanudando su programa Pastel con el alcalde para conectarse con la comunidad. La primera sesión será el domingo 5 de marzo de 12:30 pm a 2:00 pm en Bette's Place en el centro de Hood River.

This Heart Month, we are sharing the story of Patricia Howser and the Hood River community’s quick action that saved her life. Este Mes del Corazón, compartimos la historia de Patricia Howser y la acción rapida de la comunidad de Hood River que le salvó la vida.

Hood River's newly elected mayor and city councilors took their oaths of office on January 9th. Mayor Paul Blackburn and Councilors Grant Polson, Doug Stepina, and Tim Counihan, join Councilors Mark Zanmiller, Megan Saunders and Gladys Rivera on the 2023 City Council. Oaths were administered by Judge Ruben Cleaveland. Thank you for your service and commitment to the City of Hood River!

The Prospect Ave water-sewer line replacement project between 1st and 7th continues and is nearing completion with sidewalk and curb repairs, re-grading of the street, and final paving. Estimated completion date is November 7th. We thank the neighborhood for its patience during this significant projects.

Hood River’s Affordable Housing Strategy, the result of a year-long project, was unanimously adopted by City Council. The Affordable Housing Strategy includes eight policy tools and actions the City will use to encourage development of supported, long-term affordable housing. Guided by a team of experts, the project was also assisted by a community task force and stakeholders. Click on the image for the full story.

Car-sharing is available in Hood River with five electric vehicles (EV) to rent by the minute. City vehicle bases are located at the Hood River Fire Station and the Columbia Street parking lot at 5th Street. A third vehicle is located at the Port waterfront on North 1st Street. Two vehicles are located at Columbia Cascade Housing properties in the Heights. Click the photo to read more.