Board of Commissioners - Wednesday Meeting - 2026-03-04
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Meeting Summary
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners approved a plan amendment and zone change for 19975 Destiny Court in Bend from exclusive farm use to multiple use agricultural (MUA-10), with conditions requiring 2-acre minimum lot sizes and 10-acre equivalent density. The board also approved two annexations into the Redmond Fire and Rescue District and finalized FY2027 video lottery fund allocations totaling approximately $1.49 million with 5% increases for most community partners.
Key Decisions (5)
Annexation to Redmond Fire and Rescue District - 9210 NE Smith Rock Loop
Approved annexation of approximately 10 acres at 9210 Northeast Smith Rock Loop in Terrebonne into the Redmond Fire and Rescue District. The parcel was partially already in the district, and this completes the annexation.
Annexation to Redmond Fire and Rescue District - 550 NW 74th Street
Approved annexation of a 10-acre parcel at 550 Northwest 74th Street into the Redmond Fire and Rescue District under order 2026-011.
Rezoning at 19975 Destiny Court, Bend - EFU to MUA-10
Approved plan amendment and zone change for 65-acre property at 19975 Destiny Court, Bend from exclusive farm use (EFU) to multiple use agricultural (MUA-10). The board addressed two LUBA remand issues: (1) interpreting comprehensive plan policy 3.3.1 regarding minimum parcel sizes, and (2) determining property suitability for farm uses. Commissioners DeBone and Dyer voted to approve; Commissioner Adair dissented, arguing the property is suitable for farm uses.
FY2027 Video Lottery Fund Allocations
Approved video lottery fund allocations for FY2027 totaling approximately $1.49 million with 5% increases for most recipients. Key allocations include: EDCO at $324,517 (restored to FY2025 level), environmental health fee subsidy at $114,000 (with corresponding 3.6% fee increase), Sunriver Chamber at $42,978, and various service partners and special projects. Contingency will temporarily drop to approximately $863,000 before recovering after Jamieson Building debt service ends in 2028.
ASI Business Group Economic Development Forgivable Loan Timeline Clarification
Approved backdating the ASI Business Group forgivable loan contract to start February 5, 2025, with a 24-month onboarding period for 8 new employees at $87,000 average wage, followed by 12-month retention period. Total loan value is $16,000 ($2,000 per position).
Zoning Changes (1)
19975 Destiny Court, Bend
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Development Activity (4)
Mountain View Village
Permanent supportive housing project on county-leased land, part of a campus addressing housing insecurity that also includes Oasis Village managed camp and proposed Jericho Road Service Center
East Redmond Managed Camp
County-supported managed camp facility currently under construction as part of homelessness initiatives
Core 3 Site
County and City of Redmond collaboration on infrastructure project
Secure Residential Treatment Facility
Secure residential treatment facility and potential youth psychiatric acute and respite care center expected to be located in Redmond
Market Signals (5)
Housing Demand
County is actively supporting multiple housing insecurity initiatives in Redmond including permanent supportive housing, managed camps, and service centers on county-owned land.
Infrastructure
County and City of Redmond pursuing federal congressionally directed spending for traffic improvements at OR 126/35th Street (traffic signal) and OR 126/Helmholtz Way (roundabout design).
Sentiment
Nonprofit service providers report significant funding challenges due to combined federal and state cuts, with one youth services organization noting costs of $71,000 per bed versus state reimbursement of only $31,000.
Commercial Demand
Oregon business climate described as experiencing 'destruction of business' over the last ten years, with insurance legislation and lack of snow affecting tourism-dependent businesses like ski resorts.
Other
County adopting 5% annual growth model for video lottery fund allocations to maintain structural balance while supporting community partners through challenging funding environment.