Pet parade marks the July 4th holiday

Independence Day in Bend will include the beloved pet parade. The parade begins at 10 a.m. Lineup for the parade starts at 9 a.m. at Harmon Park. A partnership between Bend Park and Recreation District and the City of Bend, the July 4th Pet Parade is a community tradition since… Read More

Summary of Jan. 3 board meeting; new members appointed

The board of directors rang in the New Year on Jan. 3 with a meeting. A recording of the meeting is available. The meeting included a report about the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report followed by presentations by seven finalists who applied to fulfill the remainder of the terms for Ariel… Read More

Summary of July 16 board of directors meeting

The BPRD board of directors met on July 16 and approved a plan for an update to Hollinshead Park. A video recording of the meeting is available. The board received several public comments from individuals and expressed appreciation for the engagement. Hollinshead Park project Hollinshead Park is a 16.1-acre community… Read More

Summary of June 6 Board of Directors meeting

At the June 6 BPRD board of directors meeting, the governing body officially approved the project plan, budget and tax rates for the next fiscal year and approved a new security services contract. A video recording of the meeting is available. Budget approvals The board of directors approved the district’s… Read More