Bend Chamber

Real stories like Allison's propel us to keep doing what we are doing for our local workforce. Stable housing is critical and is shown to improve worker productivity, happiness, and stress. Happier employees make happier customers; that is just one way workforce housing impacts everyone who lives in Bend or visits Bend as a tourist. 

🌟 Happy Labor Day Weekend! 🌟 The Bend Chamber office will be closed on Monday, September 2, in observance of Labor Day. We hope you enjoy a well-deserved break and take this time to recharge and reflect on all the hard work you’ve put in. Thank you for being a vital part of our community. From all of us at the Chamber, we appreciate everything you do to make Bend a great place to live and work!

Join us for the Hayden Homes & Pahlisch Homes Building a Better Bend 2024 Lecture Series: Innovating Housing Solutions for All on September 12 from 7-8:30 PM at Deschutes Brewery Mountain Room. The Bend Chamber is proud to present this insightful discussion featuring experts Michael Eliason and Mark Fretz. Learn about groundbreaking housing innovations like modular "flat pack" kits, "mass timber," and more that could transform our community. It’s time to create accessible, affordable, and quality housing for all who call Central Oregon home. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation and the solution. Free to attend, but space is limited. Pre-registration is required. Secure your spot today! https://lnkd.in/gh6VGCys

A recent report from Lending Tree found that nearly 20 million American homeowners are considered house-poor. This means that they spend more than 30% of their income on housing costs, including mortgage, insurance, and utilities. Oregon is one of the top 10 states with the largest share of house-poor homeowners who are struggling to not only pay their mortgage but also afford food and healthcare. Our workforce housing initiative was developed to help our community not only survive but thrive. Learn more by visiting our website here: https://lnkd.in/gR6fiEVP

The City of Bend is accepting applications from eligible landowners interested in expanding the urban growth boundary (UGB) to add up to 100 net acres for affordable housing. This is a one-time opportunity to address the city's affordable housing crisis. Interested parties can find more information on this opportunity at https://lnkd.in/gG3RhRRr.

Get ready for an important discussion at our upcoming WHAT'S BREWING: Ballot Backfire—How Measure 118 Will Hurt Business & Consumers on September 17. Join us at the Tetherow Resort Event Pavilion from 5-7:30 PM as we dive into the implications of Measure 118, a proposed $6.8 billion tax increase that could significantly affect Oregon businesses and consumers. Hear from Angela Wilhelms, President & CEO of Oregon Business & Industry on what this means for our state and how we can take action. Don't miss this opportunity to stay informed and protect our local economy. Light appetizers and drinks will be provided. Register now! https://lnkd.in/gdz6JjHG A special thank you to our supporting partner, EDCO - Economic Development for Central Oregon , and our title sponsors, Miller Lumber, and Sunwest Builders.

There are many things to consider when building an ADU, not the least of which is cost. You can learn more about the four ADU financing options by visiting our website: https://lnkd.in/gaGekzhS

Welcome new members to the Bend Chamber of Commerce for July 2024! Find out who’s joined and discover new businesses and services in Bend. • Alliant Insurance Services • Audio Visual Bend • Caldera Arts • Delta AV (Delta Systems Integration, Inc) • FastSigns of Bend • InnovaDev LLC • Multifamily NW • Peak Fulfillment Men's Coaching • ProLine Fabrication, Inc. • Response to Nature, Inc. • Shriners Children's • Sixtop Restaurant Group • Street Dog Hero • ZenBusiness https://lnkd.in/gZUzzjwX

A deed restriction is a legal agreement that limits the use and development of a property. In North Lake Tahoe, this tool is now being used to promote more affordable housing options. By implementing deed restrictions on certain properties, the local government can ensure that these homes remain affordable for future buyers or renters. This can be done by setting a maximum resale price or income restrictions for potential buyers. By utilizing deed restrictions, North Lake Tahoe is taking proactive steps to address the issue of housing affordability in the area and provide more options for residents looking for affordable housing. Would you be interested in a program like this here in Bend? Learn more about what North Lake Tahoe is doing here: https://lnkd.in/gZKTX9tw