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
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,
Pie with the Mayor
Mayor Paul Blackburn of Hood River is resuming his Pie with the Mayor program to connect with the community. He hopes to learn more about their needs, interests, struggles and ideas for the future. The first pie-sharing session will be held on Sunday, March 5th from 12:30-2:00 pm at Bette’s Place
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
Notices from the City on Current Projects
Water and sewer line replacement – 2021-22 Read this story for more information about the City's 10-year Water / Sewer Line Replacement Project. The first phase of City of Hood River’s Water/Sewer Pipe Reconstruction plan to replace aged, deteriorated clay sewer pipes and lead-jointed drinking
Heights Streetscape Plan moves to Phase 3
The Urban Renewal Agency has given direction to move the Heights Streetscape Plan to Phase 3 by selecting Design 3 as the preferred alternative. Broad community input was received on three alternatives for 12th and 13th streets in the Heights regarding traffic, transit, bicycle and pedestrian
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
Friday City Office Closures this Summer
The City of Hood River announces temporary reduced hours this summer season for City Hall, Public Works, and the Fire Station. These offices will be closed to the public on Fridays effective from June 10th until at least September 2nd due to staffing shortages. Open hours for the Police Station will
City Approves Affordable Housing Strategy
Hood River’s Affordable Housing Strategy, the result of a year-long project, was unanimously adopted by City Council. Guided by a team of experts, the project was also assisted by a community task force and stakeholders. The Affordable Housing Strategy includes numerous policy tools and actions
City reduces energy use and emissions
April is Earth Month and it's a good time to share news on progress on the City's environmental sustainability goals. In 2018, the City adopted the Hood River County Energy Plan, a blueprint to improve the community’s resilience and increase energy independence and economic benefits related to
City seeks Budget Committee applicants
The City seeks Budget Committee members to discuss and deliberate on the City budget for fiscal year 2021-2022 (which begins on July 1). We appreciate and value the community member participation in the budget process which consists of three evening meetings scheduled for April 27th, May 4th and May
Planning Commission Vacancy
The City has vacancies for two Planning Commission members, serving through October 2023 and October 2024. The Planning Commission acts as a hearing body on zoning actions, makes advisory recommendations to City Council on land use issues, and assists with Comprehensive Plan updates, meeting about
Make comments on SRTS draft plan by Jan. 30
Hood River’s drafted Safe Routes to School Project Identification Plan is now in the public comment phase. The draft plan identifies safety projects around May Street Elementary and Hood River Middle schools. Public comment, open through Sunday, January 30th, can be made directly on the drafts