City presents economic development work plan; advisory board recommends Bend Central District EID

Jan 6, 2026

City economic development officer presented a five‑year work plan including goals, metrics and a $40,000 pilot grant pool for small businesses; the advisory board voted to recommend that council establish the Bend Central District Economic Improvement District (EID).

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Katie Brooks, Bend's economic development officer, presented a draft five‑year economic development work plan to the advisory board, outlining five strategic goals—retain, grow, recruit, build resilience and enable inclusive prosperity—and steps to leverage urban renewal and regional partnerships.

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