Fall has arrived and the leaves are falling. The City reminds the community that it is the property owner’s responsibility to keep sidewalks adjoining private property in safe condition. If there are leaves on the sidewalks, please remove them. Owners are liable for damages and injuries resulting
Community Meeting and Public Open House for 780 Rand Road Affordable Housing
Please join us in a discussion of the proposed Rand Road affordable housing development during a Community Meeting & Open House hosted by Community Development Partners and Columbia Cascade Housing Corporation. Spanish translation services will be provided, and dinner will be provided for the
Take the Survey! Safe Routes to School Demonstration Project
Have you traveled through the Safe Routes to School Demonstration Project at the Hood River Middle School? Let us know your experience by taking the survey available on our SRTS webpage.
Pie with Mayor
The next Pie with the Mayor will be on Sunday, October 8 from 12-1 pm at 10 Speed Coffee. All are invited to enjoy a slice of pie with Mayor Paul Blackburn.
New course offered: Civics Academy Hood River 101
Do you want to learn more about local government and how to get involved? This free, six-week course will cover all the City’s departments and provide an introduction into the role of local government. The in-person, interactive classes will take place Tuesday evenings September 26 – November 7,
City of Hood River Bans Personal Fireworks Use
Concerns for fire danger are heightened during upcoming July 4th holiday celebrations. As a result, the City of Hood River has declared an emergency ban on the use of personal fireworks effective immediately due to weather and nearby wildfire conditions. The current wildfire in Underwood, WA
Fire Risk Safety Reminders
City of Hood River officials thank the community for celebrating the 4th of July holiday safely. The area’s recent history of wildfires make this time of year particularly risky for the public and for emergency responders. Community members should be aware of fireworks restrictions in Oregon and the
Volunteer Opportunity
The City of Hood River is partnering with the Hood River Soil and Water Conservation District to host a series of puncturevine pulls this July. Puncturevine(Tribulus terrestris), also known as goathead, is an invasive and noxious plant that is not only toxic, but also a nuisance for bikes and
You’re invited for Pie with the Mayor
Mayor Paul Blackburn of Hood River hopes the community will join him for a slice of pie. His next Pie with the Mayor session will be held on Saturday, June 10th from 12:30-2:30 at the picnic tables by City Hall, 211 2nd Street in Hood River. Mayor Blackburn strives to find welcoming ways to
Westside Survey Open
Proposed Westside Urban Renewal District The City of Hood River is advancing its plans to create a new Urban Renewal District on the Westside of Hood River. The purpose of this new district will be to establish funding for the City’s ambitious plans and goals set in the Transportation System
Clean Up Cascade
Help us clean up west Cascade Avenue with SOLVE Oregon! 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. When:
Westside Urban Renewal District online info-session
The City of Hood River is hosting an online information session on Tuesday, May 23rd from 6-7 pm on its plans to create a new Urban Renewal District on the Westside of Hood River. Learn more about the project, and the topics we'll be discussing in our Spring 2023 Newsletter Register here for
City Launches Construction Blog
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. The blog can be checked out anytime
Construction on 2nd and Oak
In preparation for the light signal installation on 2nd and Oak, NW Natural will begin moving gas lines tomorrow, Thursday, May 4th. This pre-construction phase is expected to last around two weeks, with work limited to daylight hours on weekdays only. Actual construction on the light signal will
The City Welcomes Longinetti as Finance Director
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. Longinetti’s 30 years of experience
Construction Resumes on Prospect
May 22nd, 2023 Final paving for the Prospect Ave sewer and water replacement project is scheduled for May 24-25 for the entire project area of 2nd to 7th Streets. There will be no parking available at the time. Please make sure to follow sign instructions. This is the final step for this project,
American Heart Month: A Local Story of Survival
February is American Heart Month, and we are sharing the incredible story of Patricia Howser, and the local Hood River community that participated in her chain of survival, ultimately saving her life. On Thursday, August 4, 2022, Pat was walking with her friend, Kathy O’Meara, back to Kathy’s
New Mayor and Councilors Take Oaths of Office
At the first City Council meeting of 2023 on January 9th, Hood River's newly elected mayor and city councilors took their oaths of office. The oaths by Mayor Paul Blackburn, and councilors Grant Polson, Doug Stepina, and Tim Counihan, were administered by Judge Ruben Cleaveland as they begin their
Vanderpuye is Hood River’s new Community Engagement Coordinator
The City of Hood River recently welcomed Jackie Vanderpuye as its new community engagement coordinator, a relatively new position for the City. Jackie will plan and implement outreach and communication activities for many of the City’s most pressing projects and operations, with a focus on
Prepare for Winter Weather Conditions
Weather in the Gorge is changeable and can be difficult to forecast. It's best to be prepared. The City of Hood River kindly asks for public cooperation during winter storms and conditions when 3" or more snow accumulates, or freezing rain creates dangerous road conditions. Public safety and
City thanks Work Plan survey respondents
The City of Hood River thanks all community members who participated in City's Council Work Plan survey. Many thoughtful ideas were received on projects to help move City Council’s goals for the community forward. The City received 83 community input responses with wide ranging comments and
Leaf Drop-off Resumes at Public Works
The City is providing leaf drop-off to city residents at its Public Works facility from November 1st to December 5th as a free fall season service. City residents may drop leaves between 8:00 a.m and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Residents will be required to empty any bagged leaves. This
Council seeks input on 2023 goals & work plan
In preparation for the City of Hood River’s annual work plan session in early December, City Council seeks input and ideas on projects to help achieve City Council’s goals for the community. Community members are invited to contribute ideas via a print questionnaire or online survey. The survey
Fall Leaves – Public Right-of-Way Reminders
Fall Leaf Reminders – Leaves are beginning to fall and the City reminds the community that it's the property owner's responsibility to keep sidewalks adjoining private property in safe condition. If there are leaves sidewalks, please remove them. Leaves should not be raked or blown onto the
Rich Rice is City’s new Public Works Director
Following an extensive search process, the City of Hood River has selected Richard Rice as the City of Hood River’s new public works director. Since March 2020, Rice has served as public works project manager for the City, which involved managing all aspects of public works projects