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The City reminds property owners and tenants, it’s the time of year to trim your trees along the public right-of-way. You may you pile branches by the tree (not in gutter) to be picked up by Public Works crew when in your area (see map below for work area). For public safety, trees planted within or

The City provides leaf drop-off to city residents at its Public Works facility between 8:00 a.m and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday as a free fall season service. The service begins October 5th and ends at the first seasonal snowfall. Residents will be required to empty any bagged leaves. This

The Hood River City Council directed $195,000 in CARES Act funding to local partners that aid social services agencies, business organizations and individuals economically impacted by COVID-19. The City was allocated a total of $299,633 in COVID-19 relief funds last spring. It has been used for

Much of the Columbia River Gorge and Mt. Hood area parks, forest lands and recreation areas are closed due to threats of unprecedented and dangerous fire conditions combined with extreme heat, significant wind events, dry conditions, and firefighting resources that are stretched thin across the

Following the tragic death of George Floyd in Minneapolis, the City of Hood River joined communities across the nation this summer in signing the Mayor’s Pledge, a national effort to evaluate Use of Force policies, make any necessary changes and listen to the community. Hood River City Council p

In late July, the Hood River City Council passed a Resolution for Racial and Social Equity. In this resolution, City Council acknowledges inequities that harm black, indigenous and other people of color in our community. The resolution supports systemic change as the City identifies and eliminates

Notice for Parking Restrictions on Sherman Street. Beginning Monday, August 17, through Thursday, August 27, work will occur on Sherman Street from 13th Street to Rand Road. City Public Works will be resurfacing this portion of Sherman Street with a chip seal overlay to improve the

Three City Council positions and the Hood River Mayor position are up for election. City Council candidate packets are available here. The link includes an outline of qualifications and complete information for Mayor (two-year term) and three council positions (four-year terms). Filing deadline is

A new section of the City of Hood River’s pedestrian/bicycle network has been added — the Wilson - A Street Bicycle Corridor, with 18 new thermoplastic bicycle sharrows recently installed on the stretch and more improvements to come. Wilson and A streets between 10th and 18th (one block north of B

Since the beginning of March, the City of Hood River has been responding to the COVID-19 public health crisis. The City’s priorities have included keeping essential workers and first responders safe, making operational changes throughout City departments in order to maintain all City services, p

The southern (top) section of the 2nd Street Stairs will be closed on Wednesday July 29 from Montello Avenue to Eugene Avenue for the installation of a fiber optic cable. Signs will be installed at the stairs 48 hours prior to work beginning. Thanks for your patience during the project.

Due to an alarming rise in COVID-19 cases in recent weeks, new requirements have been released by Governor Brown’s office, effective July 15. The State mandates that face coverings be worn now in outdoor public places when six feet of distance cannot be maintained, in addition to wearing them in i

The City of Hood River appreciates cooperation to help keep Waterfront Park clean and litter-free. If you pack it in, please PACK IT OUT. Despite putting out more garbage bins and collecting more frequently, the City is unable to keep up with debris increases at Waterfront Park. Much of the

City of Hood River officials remind everyone to celebrate the 4th of July holiday safely. July 4th celebrations will be non-traditional in 2020 due to cancellations of large holiday events and public health guidelines that limit the size of gatherings. The area’s recent history of wildfires and the C

Temporary right-of-way usage permits are available from the City to assist businesses in meeting guidelines during Oregon's phased reopening. Once applications are approved for this pilot program, temporary permits are issued to allow on-street parking space for curbside pick-up spots or parklets

At this time Hood River Municipal Court will not be holding in-person arraignments. Video and phone hearings will be conducted through ZOOM on Tuesdays and Fridays until June 12. Thereafter, Tuesdays only. You can address the Judge through ZOOM by clicking on the link below, or by calling the

How can you help the local economy during the COVID-19 pandemic? Many local businesses continue to operate, some with modified hours and services. Click thru these lists of local RETAIL, SERVICES and FOOD RESOURCES, as well as the Chamber's newly launched Online Marketplace. There are many

2020 Census operations continue and everyone counts in the City of Hood River. Your participation will help our community receive the resources it needs. Timelines and field operations have adjusted due to COVID-19, which means it's up to residents to respond. You can complete your Census

For the benefit of the Hood River community, beginning May 1, most Hood River neighborhood parks and trails are open for local use only, and will remain open provided users follow all regulations and crowding does not occur. Please observe all park rules, as well as these guidelines during the

La Ciudad de Hood River ha extendido el estado de emergencia local hasta el 30 de abril como medida presunta para seguir respondiendo a esta emergencia de COVID-19. Esta declaración permite más flexibilidad y autoridad para continuar sirviendo a la comunidad mientras protegiendo la salud y s

The City of Hood River has extended its local state of emergency until April 30 as a preemptive measure to continue to respond to the COVID-19 emergency. “The purpose of the emergency declaration is to provide flexibility as the City continues to respond to this emergency,” said City Manager Rac

Información importante de la Ciudad de Hood River durante la emergencia de COVID-19 A medida que la situación avanza día a día, la Ciudad de Hood River tiene toda la información y recursos de la COVID-19 en una página La ciudad de Hood River, junto con otros gobiernos locales y estatales, les p

With new developments every day, the City of Hood River has placed all its City COVID-19 information and resources on one page. The City of Hood River, along with other local and state governments, encourages all citizens to Stay Home and Save Lives in order to keep frontline essential service