Bend Stormwater Master Plan Discussion

This City of Bend, Oregon Stormwater Advisory Group meeting held on February 10, 2025, focused on updates and discussions related to the city's Stormwater Master Plan. The group reviewed input from previous meetings and discussed prioritization of stormwater projects, including outfall retrofits and complex drainage projects aimed at improving water quality and managing flooding. The meeting covered the scoring criteria used to rank projects, balancing conveyance and flooding concerns with water quality improvements. Several specific capital projects and programmatic efforts were presented, including coordination with the Bend Park and Recreation District on projects affecting park properties. The group also discussed ongoing maintenance programs and the need for funding, noting that the city’s current stormwater fees are low and that future rate discussions will be necessary to support the extensive capital and maintenance needs. Attendees were encouraged to review an interactive project map and provide further feedback. No contract awards or vendor selections were made during this meeting, but the discussion highlighted upcoming budget considerations and capital improvement planning for stormwater infrastructure.