The Hood River City Council’s 2021 Work Plan is in place after the plan developed from its early February work session was approved. At its virtual workshop, Council affirmed long-term goals and the most important projects for the organization to undertake in 2021. A new goal to work towards an
Give Input on Heights Urban Renewal
The City of Hood River Urban Renewal Agency is launching a community-wide survey campaign to further refine community input for improvements to the commercial section of the Heights. A three-week online survey is part of the first phase of a 15 - 18 month effort to formalize a streetscape and urban
City Invites Input on Multiple Projects
The City of Hood River has three projects for which it is currently seeking public input: its Transportation System Plan (TSP) Amendment, Safe Routes to School projects, and a Heights Urban Renewals streetscape plan. To make it easier for the community to offer input, the City has created a
Give Input on the City’s TSP Amendment
Give Input on the City's TSP Amendment. A virtual “open house” is being held to gather input from the community on Hood River's Transportation System Plan (TSP), a long-range plan for motor vehicle, pedestrian, bicycle and transit projects, last updated in 2011. The virtual “open house” and online
Helping the Houseless Overcome Barriers
How can we help individuals overcome barriers to housing? The City of Hood River has contracted with Alisa Fowler, a licensed clinical social worker, to provide direct outreach to individuals experiencing homelessness. Fowler specializes in mental health and housing with a commitment to the model of
Free downtown parking begins Dec. 14
Free downtown parking will be offered during the holiday shopping season from Monday, December 14th through Friday, December 25th, 2020. On Sundays and federal holidays, parking is always free. Although paying to park is not necessary during these dates, please note all other parking rules will
Fall Leaf Reminders
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
City Directs CARES Act Funding to Community Aid
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
Janeck joins City as Public Works Director
Following an extensive search process, the City of Hood River has selected Mark Janeck as the City of Hood River’s new public works director. Mark’s first day is September 21. Since 2015, Janeck served as director of public works and engineering in Wheeling, Illinois, a city with a population of
Many Recreation Areas Closed Temporarily
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
Hood River Police Use of Force Reviewed
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
Council Commits to Equity
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
Parks Master Plan Nears Completion
City Council gave its approval of the multi-jurisdictional Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan, expected to be adopted by Hood River Valley Parks and Recreation District in September. This plan was developed with input and direction from Hood River area residents. It inventories and
Sherman Street Project Begins Aug. 17.
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
Council Elections Packets Available
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
City Adds to Bike/Ped Network
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
City Response to COVID-19 Continues
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,
2nd St Stairs Section Closes Wed.
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.
Masks Required in Outdoors & Indoors
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
Please Help Keep Our Parks Clean
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
July 4th Safety Reminders
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
City issues Right-of-Way Use Permits
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
Hood River Municipal Court Virtual Arraignments
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
Supporting Local Businesses
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
Be Counted in U.S. Census 2020
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