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Local business and civic groups urge data‑driven approach on electrification; council schedules work session
Summary
Multiple business and economic development representatives urged council to consider affordability, grid capacity and phased incentives rather than fees when the city considers electrification policy; council confirmed an upcoming work session to evaluate options.
Several local business and economic groups used the council’s visitor section on Oct. 1 to urge a measured approach to a proposed electrification policy the city will discuss in a forthcoming work session.
Don Miles, Bend area director for Economic Development for Central Oregon (EDCO), told council that employers are concerned an all‑electric requirement for new residential construction could raise housing costs, strain the power grid and hurt Bend’s ability to attract and retain…
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