On May 23rd, 2023, the City hosted an online information session to discuss its plans, answer questions, and receive feedback on its plans to create a new Urban Renewal District on the Westside. Read more to access the recording, presentation and survey.

Join Mayor Paul Blackburn, Councilor Mark Zanmiller and City staff for a litter clean up along the west entrance to our City, and help us to make it more beautiful and prevent trash from contaminating our waterways and City spaces.

To keep the community updated, especially when residents, commuters or businesses could be affected, the City of Hood River has launched an online construction blog with information on current road, right-of-way, and related projects in Hood River.

Following an extensive search process, the City of Hood River has selected Chris Longinetti as its new finance director. He brings a wealth of municipal and corporate financial experience throughout the Pacific Northwest to his new position with the City.

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!