SOLD! 1038 E Black Butte Ave, Sisters, Oregon 97759 by Suzanne Carvlin, Principal Broker, Licensed in Oregon

1038 E BLACK BUTTE AVE SISTERS, OREGON 97759 PROPERTY ADDRESS CAPS SISTERS, OREGON 97759

www.SaddlestoneSisters.com

PROPERTY DETAILS

1038 E BLACK BUTTE AVE SISTERS, OR | MLS# 220132573

2 BED

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2 BATH

.08 ACRE 1,278 +/-SF

$550,000

Platinum Energy Rating Construction Built 2018 by owner. Single level Electric charging station hook up in garage Ductless heat pumps in each living area for controlled heat & air conditioning White farmhouse-style dovetail soft close cabinets throughout with custom concrete natural edge countertops Wood laminate plank floors throughout with tile in bathrooms Garage 438 SF, 2-car tandem with stacking washer/dryer, sink & tankless instant hot water heater Across from Saddlestone Park ½ mile to Sisters Elementary School

www.SaddlestoneSisters.com

1038 E BLACK BUTTE AVE SISTERS, OREGON HOME AND PROPERTY FEATURES www.SaddlestoneSisters.com

Platinum Star Energy Rating, Easy Care Home Platinum Star Energy Rating, easy living single-story home with observatory-like star-studded skies in the quietest corner of town in Sisters, Oregon. Craftsman style home has 1,278 SF of living space with 2 beds, 2 baths and a 2-car garage. Great location on .08 acres across the entrance to Saddlestone Park and less than 1/2 mile to Sisters Elementary School. Situated in a tranquil setting with tree-lined sidewalks within walking distance to all of Sisters’ amenities.

Platinum Star Energy Rating The Platinum Energy efficiency rating is the star of this home. Expertly built by the owner in 2018, this home exceeds current building standards. Exceptional insulation ratings: R21 Batt siding, ceiling is R60 BIB, foundation is R22 ICF, headers are 2” polyisocyanurate R14, and the thermal double-pane vinyl windows have a .30 U-factor. The mechanical air intake regulates the amount of air exchange between the indoors and out keeping the home vented at a controlled rate and reducing heat loss and maintaining the air quality. Each living area has a ductless heat pump for efficiently controlled heat & A/C.

Main Home & Upgrades Gather and chat with your neighbors on the welcoming front porch. Enter the living room anchored by the propane fireplace with a blower, wood craftsman-style mantle with a stainless-steel subway tile inlay. Two alcoves flank the fireplace to accommodate shelving or future built-ins. The living room has its own mechanical air intake which regulates the amount of fresh air exchange plus its own ductless heat pump efficiently controls the heat & A/C temperature. Wood laminate plank floors are throughout all of the living areas. White shaker-style cabinets with dovetail, soft close drawers and custom natural edge concrete countertops are throughout the home, including the galley kitchen which also has crown molding. The Kitchen has stainless steel appliances including a propane range/oven with 5 burners including a center griddle, microwave mounted above range with built-in exhaust vent, dishwasher, and refrigerator with batwing upper refrigerator doors and a lower pull-out freezer drawer with bins.

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The casual dining area has a custom light fixture crafted from steel wine barrel rings. The dining area has its own mechanical air intake which regulates the amount of fresh air exchange plus its own ductless heat pump efficiently controls the heat & A/C temperature. The hallway leads to the guest bathroom and two-car garage with a laundry area. The master bedroom is light and bright with 2 windows in the master and has a walk-in closet. The master bedroom has its own mechanical air intake which regulates the amount of fresh air exchange plus its own ductless heat pump efficiently controls the heat & A/C temperature. The attached master bath has radiant heat tile floors, a white shaker-style vanity cabinet, a custom concrete natural edge countertop with double sinks and a rustic galvanized sheeting backsplash. The walk-in shower is tiled with tile product shelves and a river rock floor. In both bathrooms, the tile floors have radiant heat and the owner designed custom natural edge wood plank fixtures with pipes mounted for towel rack and towel hooks. The guest bedroom also has its own mechanical air intake which regulates the amount of fresh air exchange plus its own ductless heat pump efficiently controls the heat & A/C temperature. The guest bathroom is charming with a decorative radiant heat tile floor. Custom natural edge wood plank fixtures have pipes mounted with a towel rack and towel hooks. The shower/tub fiberglass combination has an extra-tall shower head.

2-Car Attached Garage The 438 SF two-car tandem garage has concrete floors plus it is insulated & finished with tall ceilings to accommodate storage racks & pulleys for bikes, kayaks and toys. The laundry area has a stacking washer/dryer and utility sink plus a tankless instant-hot water heater for the entire home. Electric charging station hook up in the garage for your fully electric or hybrid electric car. Paved driveway with a man door for outside access and a single-wide door garage with an automatic opener and keypad access. The paved alley access is maintained by the HOA along with snow plowing. Quarter minus gravel lines the sides of the home for drainage and to have easy footing to the propane tank and ductless heat pump handler. All of this plus the easy care landscaping with native plants on a drip system in the front yard. Some furnishings and personal items are available for purchase. Call for details and to see this Platinum Energy Star in person!

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PROPERTY FEATURES

1038 E BLACK BUTTE AVE SISTERS, OREGON HOME AND PROPERTY FEATURES www.SaddlestoneSisters.com FEATURES OF THE HOME & PROPERTY Built 2018 Platinum Energy Rating Construction 0.08 acres 1,278 +/- square feet Single level 2 Bedrooms 2 Full Baths Garage 438 SF 2-car tandem with a single-wide & laundry area

PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS ● ½ mile to Sisters Elementary School ● 1 mile & mere minutes to downtown Sisters, restaurants, shopping and all that the charming town of Sisters has to offer! ● See our list of Community features, Skiing, Trails & Adventure on page 6

HOA & CC&Rs ● Saddlestone HOA - See Utilities List for a complete list and contact information ● CC&Rs - See Utilities List for a complete list and contact information ● Zoning - Residential, Sisters Urban Growth Boundary (City of Sisters)

UTILITIES ● See Utilities List for a complete list and contact information

HEATING & COOLING ● Propane fireplace in living room has blower, wood mantle and stainless steel tile inlay ● 4 ductless heat pump mini splits are located each living area for controlled heating and cooling ● The mechanical air intake regulates the amount of air exchange between the indoors and out keeping the home vented at a controlled rate and reducing heat loss and maintaining the air quality (see photo detail)

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MAIN HOME INTERIOR FEATURES SINGLE LEVEL 1,278 SF HOME BUILT IN 2018 Living Room ● Main entrance is into living room ● Laminate wood plank floors ● Ductless heat pump mini split for controlled heating and cooling ● Ceiling fan with lighting ● Alcoves flanking fireplace accommodate shelving or future built-ins ● Entry nook for coats or credenza ● Mechanical air ventilation (see photo detail) Kitchen ● White shaker-style cabinets with dovetail, soft close drawers and crown molding ● Concrete countertops with a natural edge and a new stainless steel subway tile backsplash ● Laminate wood plank floors ● Custom pendant light fixture over sink ● Kitchen appliances: ○ 5-burner stainless steel propane range/oven with 4 burners and center griddle ○ Stainless steel microwave mounted above range with built-in exhaust vent ○ Stainless steel dishwasher ○ Stainless steel refrigerator with batwing upper refrigerator doors and a lower pull out freezer drawer with bins ○ Disposal Dining Area ● Laminate wood plank floors ● Ductless heat pump mini split for controlled heating and cooling ● Custom light fixture crafted from steel wine barrel rings Guest Bathroom ● White shaker-style vanity cabinet ● Concrete countertop with a natural edge, sink, mirror and 2 light fixtures ● Rustic galvanized sheeting backsplash and wall decor detail ● Shower/tub fiberglass combination with extra-tall shower head ● Natural edge wood and pipe mounted towel rack and towel hooks ● Commode ● Decorative print tile floor ● Radiant heat floor Hallway ● Door leads to mud room & laundry room

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Master Bedroom ● Laminate wood plank floors ● Ductless heat pump mini split for controlled heating and cooling ● Mechanical air ventilation (see photo detail) ● Walk-in closet Master Bath ● White shaker-style vanity cabinets ● Concrete countertop with a natural edge, 2 sinks, 2 mirrors and 2 light fixtures ● Rustic galvanized sheeting backsplash and wall decor detail ● Commode ● Walk-in tiled shower with river rock floor and tile product shelves ● Natural edge wood and pipe mounted towel hooks ● Radiant heat tile floor 2nd Bedroom ● Laminate wood plank floors ● Ductless heat pump mini split for controlled heating and cooling ● Mechanical air ventilation (see photo detail) ● Closet

GARAGE ● 438 SF 2-car tandem with a single-wide garage door ● Electric charging station hook up ● Finished and insulated with a concrete floor ● Tall ceilings for ceiling storage racks and pulleys for bikes, kayaks and toys ● Stacking washer/dryer ● Utility sink ● Tankless instant-hot water heater ● Automatic opener and keypad access ● Man door for outside access ● Stair access into the back hallway ● Paved alley access is maintained by the HOA along with snow plowing

EXTERIOR FEATURES ● Craftsman style and details ● Built to high quality building standards that exceed current building code ● Front porch with textured concrete covered patio ● Level front paver path to porch with only one small step ● Composition roof ● Front, side and rear gutters ● Native plant landscaping design on drip water system with timers ● Side yards have gravel paths and propane tank

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INCLUDED & EXCLUDED ITEMS Included ● Personal property is a mix of owner property and staging. Please ask for what you would like to include with your offer or for an additional cost outside of escrow. Excluded ● Many staging items available through purchase from stager Easement Comments: ● Paved alley access easement and maintained/plowed by the HOA

COMMUNITY ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Peterson Ridge Trail system: https://www.sisterstrails.org 1 mile (typically 3minutes) to downtown Sisters shops, restaurants, schools, post office, seasonal farmer’s market, and events 0.5 miles (typically 2 minutes) to Sisters Elementary School (this property is in the Sisters School District) 2.2 miles (typically 7 minutes) to Sisters Middle School 2.5 miles (typically 8 minutes) to Sisters High School 19.1 miles (typically 24 minutes) to North Bend, Target, restaurants, and shops 21 miles (typically 30 minutes) to the Redmond Municipal Airport

Skiing, Trails & Adventure: ● 22.5 miles (typically 27 minutes) to the Sisters HooDoo Ski Area: https://skihoodoo.com/ ● 45.4 miles (typically 54 minutes) to Mount Bachelor, Ski & Sports Lodge & Red Chair Lift Parking: https://www.mtbachelor.com/ ● All Trails in Oregon: https://www.alltrails.com/parks/us/oregon/deschutes-national-forest ● Sisters - Nearby public lands for access to numerable local hiking and off-road biking trails including the Peterson Ridge Trail system: https://www.sisterstrails.org ● Sisters & Central Oregon - Multiple on-road bike routes including the Oregon Scenic Bikeway: https://www.sisterstrails.org ● Sisters Park & Recreation District: https://sistersrecreation.com/ ● Bend Trail System: https://bendtrails.org/ Bend Park & Recreation: https://www.bendparksandrec.org/

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UTILITIES

UTILITIES LIST City of Sisters 1038 E Black Butte Ave, Sisters, OR 97759 HOA – SADDLESTONE OWNERS ASSOCIATION (1/26/2021) C/O Aperion Management Group, LLC 20310 Empire Ave, suite A103 Bend, OR 97703 P: 541-389-3172 Demand fee $205.00 CondoCerts Fee: $20.00 (Demands to be ordered thru CondoCerts.com) Transfer Fee: $50.00 Dues $90.00 p/m January to January CC&Rs – yes CC&Rs, and subject to City of Sisters regulations https://westernwebsite.s3.amazonaws.com/public/documentsets/saddlestone/saddlestoneccrs.pdf Garbage & Recycling Service – High Country Disposal / Republic Services for home service (541) 548-4984 https://www.republicservices.com/locations/oregon Northwest Transfer Station in Sisters for drop off (541) 388-6599/(541) 317-3163 www.co.deschutes.or.us Sisters Recycling - 328 Sisters Park Drive, Sisters, OR 97759 Electricity Service – Central Electric Cooperative – Sisters Office (541) 549-5698 - www.cec.coop Water Service Provider – City of Sisters Sewer Provider – City of Sisters Propane Provider – Leased Propane Tank Options: Co-Energy (541) 504-9444 Ed Staub & Sons (541) 504-8265 Ferrell Gas (541) 382-1161 Amerigas/Northern Energy (541) 548-7449

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Fireplace/Chimney Services – Propane fireplace in living room A Kleene Sweep (541) 388-7999 147 SE Evergreen, Redmond, OR 97756 CCB# 153811 Or Cascade Chimney Service (541) 388-3981 17243 Azusa Road, Bend, OR 97707 CCB#196712 Security Monitoring – none Internet/Cable TV/Phone Service – Options: Bend Broadband Susan Chapelle, Customer Service Rep for New Owners - (541) 312-6564 Email: SChapelle@BendBroadband.net Dish - (800) 333-3474 Direct TV – (800) 531-5000 - DirectTV.com Century Link - landline & internet - https://www.centurylink.com/home/ Yellowknife Wireless - internet provider - http://www.ykwc.com/ 136 NW Greenwood Ave, Bend, OR 97701 (541) 385-0111 Window Cleaning / Snow Removal Gordon’s Last Touch – Jasen & Eryn Elbers Window Cleaners, Upholstery, Carpet, Snow Removal 541-549-3008 work 5410410-7843 cell Mail Service – Home Delivery – bank of mailboxes – contact Post Office after closing Post Office, Sisters - (541) 549-0412 694 N. Larch Street, Sisters, OR 97759 Pony Express - (541) 549-1538 (boxes, Fed Ex & UPS) 160 S. Oak Street, Sisters, OR 97759 Newspapers – Sisters Nugget Newspaper

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(541) 549-9941 442 E. Main Ave. Sisters, Oregon Mail to: PO Box 698, Sisters, OR 97759 https://nuggetnews.com Bend Bulletin 1777 SW Chandler Avenue, Bend, OR 97702 Mail to: P.O. Box 6020, Bend, OR 97708-6020 Home delivery: (541) 385-5800 or 1-800-503-3933 Main line: (541) 382-1811 circ@bendbulletin.com City Services – City of Sisters (541) 549-6022 County Services – Deschutes County (541) 388-6570 Keys & Openers – provided by sellers Garage Opener (1) House Keys Mailbox Key – contact Post Office

For a full list of services for your property, please see your county’s property report and review your information from your title & escrow company. In Deschutes County, call (541) 388-6570, or visit www.DIAL.org to view your property report and Service Providers online. Information deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.

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MAPS

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SELLER DISCLOSURES

COUNTY & TAX INFO

Deschutes County Parcel Information

Parcel Information

Assessment Information

Parcel #: 259373 Tax Lot: 151004DD00119 Record Type: Residential Site Address: 1038 E Black Butte Ave Sisters OR 97759 - 5043

Market Value Land:

$102,500.00

Market Value Impr:

$255,820.00

Market Value Total:

$358,320.00

Assessed Value:

$180,890.00

Tax Information

Owner: Russell, Todd

Levy Code Area: 6-047

Owner Address: PO Box 1205

Levy Rate: 13.2440

Sisters OR 97759

Tax Year: 2020

Twn/Range/Section 15S / 10E / 04 / SE :

Annual Tax: $2,395.70

Parcel Size: 0.08 Acres (3,485 SqFt)

Legal

Plat/Subdivision: Saddlestone

SADDLESTONE Lot: 21

Lot: 21 Block: Census 000500 / 4035 Tract/Block: Waterfront:

Land County Land Use: 101 - Residential - Improved (typical of class) Zoning: R - Residential

Land Use Std: RSFR - Single Family Residence Neighborhood: 001

Watershed: Whychus Creek

School District: 6 - Sisters School District

Primary School: Sisters Elementary School

Middle School: Sisters Middle School

High School: Sisters High School

Improvement Year Built: 2018

Total SqFt: 1,278 SqFt

1st Floor: 1,278 SqFt 2nd Floor: Fireplace: 1

Bedrooms: 2

Attic Area:

Bathrooms: 2

Bsmt Area:

Full/Half Baths: 2 / 0

Garage: 438 SqFt

Carport:

Transfer Information Loan Date: 02/09/2021 Loan Type: Rec. Date: 08/20/2018

Loan Amt: $292,202.00 Finance Type: VA Sale Price: $84,900.00

Owner: Todd Russell

Doc Type: Deed Of Trust

Lender: QUICKEN LOANS INC Doc Num: 33946

Doc Type: Deed

Grantor: OLSEN DESIGN & DEV INC

Orig. Loan Amt: Finance Type:

Doc Num: 8435

Title Co: AMERITITLE Loan Type:

Lender:

Sentry Dynamics, Inc. and its customers make no representations, warranties or conditions, express or implied, as to the accuracy or completeness of information contained in this report.

Deschutes County Property Information Report Date: 9/9/2021 11:35:06 AM

Disclaimer The information and maps presented in this report are provided for your convenience. Every reasonable effort has been made to assure the accuracy of the data and associated maps. Deschutes County makes no warranty, representation or guarantee as to the content, sequence, accuracy, timeliness or completeness of any of the data provided herein. Deschutes County explicitly disclaims any representations and warranties, including, without limitation, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Deschutes County shall assume no liability for any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the information provided regardless of how caused. Deschutes County assumes no liability for any decisions made or actions taken or not taken by the user of this information or data furnished hereunder.

Account Summary Account Information

Ownership

Mailing Name:

Mailing Address:

RUSSELL, TODD

Map and Taxlot: 151004DD00119

RUSSELL, TODD

Account: Tax Status:

PO BOX 1205

Situs Address:

259373 Assessable 1038 E BLACK BUTTE AVE, SISTERS, OR 97759

SISTERS, OR 97759 Valuation Real Market Values as of Jan. 1, 2020

Property Taxes Current Tax Year: $2,395.70 Tax Code Area:

6047

Assessment

Land

$102,500

Structures

$255,820

Total

$358,320

Subdivision: SADDLESTONE

Current Assessed Values:

Lot:

Maximum Assessed

$180,890

Block:

Assessed Value

$180,890

Assessor Acres: 0.08 Property Class: 101 -- RESIDENTIAL

Veterans Exemption

Warnings, Notations, and Special Assessments Review of digital records maintained by the Deschutes County Assessor’s Office, Tax Office, Finance Office, and the Community Development Department indicates that there are no special tax, assessment or property development related notations associated with this account. However, independent verification of the presence of other Deschutes County tax, assessment, development, and additional property related considerations is recommended. Confirmation is commonly provided by title companies, real estate agents, developers, engineering and surveying firms, and other parties who are involved in property transactions or property development. In addition, County departments may be contacted directly to discuss the information.

Valuation History All values are as of January 1 of each year. Real Market Value - Land Real Market Value - Structures Total Real Market Value

Tax year is July 1st through June 30th of each year.

2016 - 2017 $34,000 $0 $34,000

2017 - 2018 $42,500 $0 $42,500

2018 - 2019 $52,000 $0 $52,000

2019 - 2020 $99,500 $39,590 $139,090

2020 - 2021 $102,500 $255,820 $358,320

$35,180 $34,000 $0

$35,180 $35,180 $0

$36,230 $36,230 $0

$66,900 $66,900 $0

$180,890 $180,890 $0

Maximum Assessed Value Total Assessed Value Veterans Exemption

Deschutes County Property Information Report, page 1

Tax Payment History Year

Date Due

Transaction Type

Transaction Date

As Of Date

Amount Received

Tax Due

Discount Amount

Interest Charged

Refund Interest

2020

11-15-2020

PAYMENT

11-04-2020

$2,323.83

($2,395.70)

$71.87

$0.00

2020

11-15-2020

IMPOSED

10-09-2020

11-15-2020

$0.00 Total:

$2,395.70 $0.00

$0.00

2019

11-15-2019

PAYMENT

04-01-2020

$296.92

($296.92)

$0.00

2019

11-15-2019

PAYMENT

03-03-2020

$301.00

($297.04)

$0.00

$3.96

$0.00

2019

11-15-2019

PAYMENT

11-15-2019

$296.99

($296.99)

$0.00

2019

11-15-2019

IMPOSED

10-11-2019

11-15-2019

$0.00 Total:

$890.95 $0.00

$0.00

2018

11-15-2018

PAYMENT

04-30-2019

$161.10

($161.10)

$0.00

2018

11-15-2018

PAYMENT

02-04-2019

$161.11

($161.11)

$0.00

2018

11-15-2018

PAYMENT

11-26-2018

$163.26

($161.11)

$0.00

$2.15

$0.00

2018

11-15-2018

IMPOSED

10-13-2018

11-15-2018

$0.00 Total:

$483.32 $0.00

$0.00

Sales History Sale Date

Seller

Buyer

Sale Amount

Sale Type

Recording Instrument

08/17/2018

OLSEN DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT INC

RUSSELL, TODD

$84,900

30-UNCONFIRMED SALE

2018-33946

10/19/2016

DINSDALE, PETER B

OLSEN DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT INC

12/10/2009

BANK OF THE CASCADES

DINSDALE, PETER B

12/31/2008

ELK HORN LAND DEVELOPMENT INC,

BANK OF THE CASCADES

11/07/2007

ROCKY MOUNTAIN LAND LLC

ELK HORN LAND DEVELOPMENT INC

09-TRADE OR EXCHANGE OF PROPERTIES 23-NOT USABLE IN STUDY $2,400,000 DUE TO ADJUDICATION 10FORECLOSURE/BANKRUPTC Y/TRANSFER TO AVOID LIEN 12-DEED RESULTING FROM $6,934,500 CONTRACT BEING PAID

2016-43530 2009-52042 2008-50789 2007-58845

Structures Stat Class/Description 141 - RESIDENCE: One story

Improvement Description SF per plans. Interior best estimate, LS includes

Deschutes County Property Information Report, page 2 (For Report Disclaimer see page 1)

Code Area 6047

Year Built Total Sq Ft 2018

1,278

fencing Floor Description First Floor

Comp % 100

Sq Ft 1,278

Rooms Living

Dining

Kitchen

Nook

Great

Family

Bed

Full Bath

Half Bath

Bonus

Utility

Den

Other

Floor Description Garage-Attached-Finished

Comp % 100

Sq Ft 438

Improvement Inventory AUTOMATIC DOOR OPENER

KITCHEN SINK

CARPET

LAVATORY

COMP HVY - ROOF COVER

438

RECESSED LIGHTING

D.I. RANGE

ROOF - GABLE

1,278

DRYWALL

ROOF CVR - COMP HEAVY

1,278

FOUNDATION - CONCRETE

1,278

SHOWER WDOOR, TILE

FULL BATH

SIDING - LAP

GAS FIREPLACE

TOILET

HARDWOOD FLOOR

WATER HEATER

WINDOWS - DOUBLE/THERMAL PANE

WINDOWS - VINYL

HEAT PUMP/MINI SPLIT

1,278

HF/DW/GD/MW

Accessory Description CONCRETE-PAVING

Sq Ft 168

ASPHALT-PAVING

192

ROOF EXT. AVERAGE

168

ROOF EXT. AVERAGE

192

Quantity

Land Characteristics Land Description

Acres

Urban Lot

0.08

Land Classification

Ownership Name Type

Name

Ownership Type

OWNER

RUSSELL, TODD

OWNER

Ownership Percentage 100.00%

Related Accounts Related accounts apply to a property that may be on one map and tax lot but due to billing have more than one account. This occurs when a property is in multiple tax code areas. In other cases there may be business personal property or a manufactured home on this property that is not in the same ownership as the land. No Related Accounts found.

Service Providers Please contact districts to confirm. Category

Name

Phone

Address

COUNTY SERVICES

DESCHUTES COUNTY DESCHUTES COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE SISTERS CAMP SHERMAN FIRE DISTRICT SISTERS SCHOOL DISTRICT #6

(541) 388-6570

1300 NW WALL ST, BEND, OR 97703

(541) 693-6911

63333 HIGHWAY 20 WEST, BEND, OR 97703

(541) 549-0771

301 SOUTH ELM ST, SISTERS, OR 97759

(541) 549-8521

525 EAST CASCADE AVE, SISTERS, OR 97759

SISTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

(541) 549-8981

611 EAST CASCADE AVE, SISTERS, OR 97759

SISTERS MIDDLE SCHOOL

(541) 549-2099

15200 MCKENZIE HWY, SISTERS, OR 97759

POLICE SERVICES FIRE DISTRICT SCHOOL DISTRICT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE AREA MIDDLE SCHOOL ATTENDANCE AREA

Deschutes County Property Information Report, page 3 (For Report Disclaimer see page 1)

HIGH SCHOOL ATTENDANCE SISTERS AREA EDUCATION SERVICE TAX HIGH DESERT EDUCATION SERVICE DISTRICT DISTRICT CENTRAL OREGON COMMUNITY COLLEGE TAX DISTRICT COLLEGE PARK & RECREATION SISTERS PARK & RECREATION DISTRICT DISTRICT LIBRARY DISTRICT DESCHUTES PUBLIC LIBRARY

(541) 549-4045

1700 MCKINNEY BUTTE RD, SISTERS, OR 97759

(541) 693-5600

145 SE SALMON AVE, REDMOND, OR 97756

(541) 383-7700

2600 NW COLLEGE WAY, BEND, OR 97703

(541) 617-7050

1750 W. McKINNEY BUTTE RD, SISTERS, OR 97759 601 NW WALL ST, BEND, OR 97703

SEWER SERVICE PROVIDER

SISTERS, CITY OF

(541) 280-9785

PO BOX 39, SISTERS, OR 97759

WATER SERVICE PROVIDER

SISTERS, CITY OF DESCHUTES COUNTY LIVESTOCK DISTRICT NUMBER 5

(541_ 323-5212

PO BOX 39, SISTERS, OR 97759

(541) 388-6623

1300 NW WALL ST, BEND, OR 97703

HIGH COUNTRY DISPOSAL

(541) 548-4984

1090 NE HEMLOCK AVE, REDMOND, OR 97756

LIVESTOCK DISTRICT GARBAGE & RECYCLING SERVICE

(541) 549-2091

Development Summary Planning Jursidiction: Urban Growth Boundary:

Sisters

Jurisdiction

City Zoning Description

Sisters

Urban Reserve Area:

RESIDENTIAL - SISTERS UGB

Deschutes County Permits Permit ID 247-18-004924DWL 247-18-004897ELEC

Permit Type

Applicant

Application Date

Status

Building

TODD RUSSELL

08/06/2018

Finaled

Electrical

TODD RUSSELL

08/03/2018

Finaled

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STATEMENT OF TAX ACCOUNT DESCHUTES COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR DESCHUTES SERVICES BUILDING BEND OR 97703 (541) 388-6540 9-Sep-2021 RUSSELL, TODD PO BOX 1205 SISTERS OR 97759 Tax Account # Account Status Roll Type Situs Address

259373 A Real 1038 E BLACK BUTTE AVE SISTERS 97759

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Tax Summar y Tax Year 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008

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Or iginal Due $2,395.70 $890.95 $483.32 $463.18 $442.01 $332.65 $348.16 $256.59 $260.48 $259.22 $463.21 $448.24 $437.00

Due Date Nov 15, 2020 Nov 15, 2019 Nov 15, 2018 Nov 15, 2017 Nov 15, 2016 Nov 15, 2015 Nov 15, 2014 Nov 15, 2013 Nov 15, 2012 Nov 15, 2011 Nov 15, 2010 Nov 15, 2009 Nov 15, 2008

REAL PROPERTY TAX STATEMENT JULY 1, 2020 TO JUNE 30, 2021 DESCHUTES COUNTY, OREGON - 1300 NW WALL ST STE 203, BEND, OR 97703

TAX BY DISTRICT

TAX ACCOUNT: 259373

RUSSELL, TODD PO BOX 1205 SISTERS OR 97759

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION CODE: 6047

MAP: 151004-DD-00119

698.11 135.67 16.42 105.66

EDUCATION TOTAL:

955.86

DESCHUTES COUNTY COUNTY LIBRARY COUNTYWIDE LAW ENFORCEMENT COUNTY EXTENSION/4H 9-1-1 CITY OF SISTERS SISTERS DOWNTOWN URBAN RENEWAL SISTERS PARK & RECREATION DIST SISTERS PARK & REC LOCAL OPTION

207.46 93.66 183.91 3.82 61.61 449.84 125.75 37.46 27.13

GENERAL GOVT TOTAL:

CLASS: 101

SITUS ADDRESS: 1038 E BLACK BUTTE AVE SISTERS LEGAL: SADDLESTONE 21 LAST YEAR

THIS YEAR

99,500 39,590 139,090

102,500 255,820 358,320

MAXIMUM ASSESSED VALUE

66,900

180,890

TOTAL ASSESSED VALUE

66,900

180,890

VETERAN'S EXEMPTION NET TAXABLE:

0 66,900

0 180,890

TOTAL PROPERTY TAX:

890.95

2,395.70

VALUES: REAL MARKET (RMV) LAND STRUCTURES TOTAL RMV

SCHOOL DISTRICT #6 SCHOOL #6 LOCAL OPTION HIGH DESERT ESD COCC

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161.99 67.80 19.41

BONDS - OTHER TOTAL:

249.20

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$2,323.83

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Improvement Summary

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PO BOX 1205

259373 1038 E BLACK BUTTE AVE, SISTERS, OR 97759

SISTERS, OR 97759

Structures Stat Class/Description

Improvement Description

141 - RESIDENCE: One story

SF per plans. Interior best estimate, LS includes fencing

Code Area

Floor Description First Floor

Comp % 100

Year Built Total Sq Ft

6047

2018

1,278

Sq Ft 1,278

Rooms Living

Dining

Kitchen

Nook

Great

Family

Bed

Full Bath

Half Bath

Bonus

Utility

Den

Other

Floor Description Garage-Attached-Finished

Comp % 100

Sq Ft 438

Improvement Inventory AUTOMATIC DOOR OPENER

KITCHEN SINK

CARPET

LAVATORY

COMP HVY - ROOF COVER D.I. RANGE DRYWALL FOUNDATION - CONCRETE

438

RECESSED LIGHTING

ROOF - GABLE

1,278

ROOF CVR - COMP HEAVY

1,278

SHOWER WDOOR, TILE

FULL BATH

SIDING - LAP

GAS FIREPLACE

TOILET

WATER HEATER

WINDOWS - DOUBLE/THERMAL PANE

WINDOWS - VINYL

HARDWOOD FLOOR HEAT PUMP/MINI SPLIT HF/DW/GD/MW

1,278 1

Accessory Description CONCRETE-PAVING

Sq Ft 168

ASPHALT-PAVING

192

ROOF EXT. AVERAGE

168

ROOF EXT. AVERAGE

192

Land Characteristics Land Description

Acres

Urban Lot

0.08

Land Classification

Quantity

HOA

CC&RS

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS

Peterson Ridge Trail System 0

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Blazin Saddles Edgington Bike Shop Village Green City Park

¬8 ¬7

See Detail A

14 ¬

13 ¬ 15 ¬

17A

West

P RT

Running Elk connector

PRT

PRT 33 ¬ 28 ¬

23 ¬

25 ¬

32 Midd le ¬ 30 31 ¬ ¬ 26 ¬ 24 ¬

Spirit Circle

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Rodeo Grounds

20 ¬

22 ¬

Turkey Hollow connector

Viewpoint

Livesa y Rd

Twist & Shout connector Hawk's Flight

12 16

e W

11A

Old Stump connector

¬9 ¬ 10

12 ¬ 1/8 Miles

11 ¬

Ditch Loop

Little Bridge connector

15A

Pipeline

13 ¬ 15 ¬

Summer Range connector

PRT West

RT W 46 es 06

Boneyard connector

P RT Ea

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Detail B

P RT

Detail A

Powerline connector

Peterson Ridge Rd

100

Eagle Rock 2 Viewpoint

Peterson Ridge Horse Trail

Link to georeferenced PDF. See Sisterstrails.com for details.

Summer Range connector

Lazy Z Loop

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Telegraph connector

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City of Sisters

16 ¬

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27 ¬

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Top Rung connector

Campground

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P RT

W hy ch y)

Trailhead

Pipeline

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Peak View Hello Kitty connector

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Bike shop

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Information

Unimproved road

19 ¬

Restroom

Boneyard connector

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Little Bridge connector

15A

Viewpoint

Shared road (gravel-cinder)

Double Ditch connector

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Old Stump connector

10 ¬9 ¬ 12 11¬ ¬

11A

Whychus Creek Trail is a difficult foot trail, closed to all bikes and horses.

Junction number

Powerline connector

Ditch Loop

Parking and Primitive Camping T H ! Rd 220

PRT

Plantation

¬5 ¬6

15B 17

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20 £ ¤

¬1

Harrington Loop

1.4 2.8 3.3 3.8 4.1 5.6 6.8 7.8 10.3 12.3 14.3 14.8 05 5 16.8 1 18.8 20.8

126

Tin Can Alley connector

Eagle Rock Pass

Quarry

ast

Dog Crossing Tin Can Alley Powerline Old Stump Little Bridge Boneyard Summer Range Running Elk Double Ditch Turkey Hollow Twist & Shout Telegraph Hello Kitty Top Rung Merger of PRT-East / West

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Three Creeks Brewing Co

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Whychus Creek trail

Fivepine connector

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Whychus Footbridge

Peters on Bu rn

3 151

Connector Name

Metolius Windigo trail

FivePine Lodge

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Loop Distance (miles)

Junction

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The Peterson Ridge Mountain Bike and Hiking Trail was designed as a ladder system. It consists of two linear trails, the PRT West and PRT East trails, with numbered connectors marked by junction posts that allow riders and hikers to design their own riding or hiking experience. We have included a loop option guide showing the distances from our Sisters Trailhead.

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Brooks Scanlon Logging

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Sisters Cow Camp

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Difficult

Proposed trail

Parking for PRT and Scenic Bikeways

PRT

Wildwing Rd

Peterson Ridge Loop Options from Village Green Parking

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Dog Walk connector

Elk Ranch Loop

! ] G !

SHS South Trail

Eurosports Bike Shop

S Elm St

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Middle School

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Chamber of Commerce

Sisters

Sisters Ranger Station

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Pole

Three Creeks Rd

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Easy Moderate

H !

G School

242

0.5 Miles

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Sisters Park & Bike Park 242 Recreation High

Easiest (PRT Old Trail)

Indian

20 £ ¤

Jimerson Loop

Crossroads

Mountain bike/pedestrian trail

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Pine St

Wa go

SHS to Tollgate Path

Sisters Tie Trail

1/8 Miles

whychus canyon preserve trail map + rules of use

Whychus Canyon Preserve Rules: —Dogs must be kept on physical leash AT ALL TIMES. Please clean up after your pet. —Pedestrian travel only: no bike, horse, or motorized vehicle use.

deschuteslandtrust.org

—Stay on roads and trails and respect restrictions as posted. —Removal or disturbance of plants, wildlife, and historical artifacts is prohibited. —Catch and release fishing with barbless hooks is permitted subject to applicable state regulations. —Commercial use and private events are prohibited. —No hunting, motorized vehicles, camping, campfires, smoking, or unmanned aircraft use.

whychus canyon preserve suggested routes Wagon Road and Meadow Loop: This route follows a portion of the historic Santiam Wagon Road. Interpretive signs along the way share the story of the Wagon Road east of the Cascades and the role it played in the settlement of Central Oregon. This fairly flat trail is lovely in the spring when desert wildflowers begin to bloom. From the trailhead, follow signs to Wagon Road + Meadow Trails. When you see a Santiam Wagon Road interpretive sign on the right, veer off of the road and follow the dirt Wagon Road Trail. After 1.1 miles, you’ll reach a junction. Turn left and follow the trail through juniper and pine forest until you reach another junction after 0.4 miles. Turn left to continue on the Meadow Trail 1 mile back to the trailhead. Total Distance: 2.5 mile loop. Long Canyon Route: Head down into the canyon to Whychus Creek, then stroll along the creek before heading back to the top of the canyon. This beautiful hike is challenging and involves steep trails with 300 feet of elevation gain/loss. Enjoy stunning displays of spring wildflowers, mountain views, and tranquil creekside breaks. From the trailhead, follow signs to Rim + Creek Trails. At the first junction, turn left and walk .3 mile to a stone bench and overlook. The trail will begin to head down into the canyon for .8 miles. You’ll reach an intersection midway down the slope. Follow signs for the Creek Trail to reach the valley floor and walk downstream along Whychus Creek for 0.8 miles. At the next junction, continue straight through a sagebrush meadow for another 0.7 miles. The trail will then turn and begin to climb out of the canyon. Enjoy another scenic overlook before reaching the next junction at the top of the canyon. Follow signs for Meadow Trails and Trailhead for 1.5 miles back to the trailhead. Total Distance: 4.9 mile loop. Mid Canyon Route: This route is for those looking for a quicker route that still dips into the Whychus Creek canyon without all the elevation gain/loss. Enjoy stunning displays of spring wildflowers and mountain views with 150 feet of elevation gain/loss. From the trailhead, follow signs to Rim + Creek Trails. At the first junction, turn right and head down a steep route into the canyon for 0.4 miles. At the next junction, follow signs for the Rim Trail and turn right. After 0.7 miles along a rolling mid-canyon trail, you will reach a scenic overlook and bench with views into the northern portion of Whychus Canyon Preserve. Continue past the overlook to the next junction and turn right. After 0.2 miles you’ll reach another intersection. Turn left to add a quick 0.4 mile detour to another overlook. Or, turn right and follow signs for Meadow Trails and Trailhead for 1.5 miles back to the trailhead. Total Distance: 3.0 mile loop.

Georeferenced Map Download a georeferenced map of Whychus Canyon Preserve to help with navigation. Scan the QR code to the right to download.

210 nw irving, suite 102 ∙ bend, oregon 97703 (541) 330-0017 ∙ deschuteslandtrust.org

TRAIL GUIDE

Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce www.thesisterscountry.com Special thanks to

DAY USE OF USFS TRAILS

Wilderness Areas and US Forest Service Land Uses

Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce 291 East Main 541-549-0251 www.thesisterscountry.com

SISTERS COUNTRY TRAIL GUIDE

SISTERS RANGER DISTRICT SUMMER TRAILS

Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce 291 East Main 541-549-0251 www.thesisterscountry.com

SISTERS COUNTRY TRAIL GUIDE

SISTERS RANGER DISTRICT SUMMER TRAILS

Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce 291 East Main 541-549-0251 www.thesisterscountry.com

SISTERS COUNTRY TRAIL GUIDE

SISTERS RANGER DISTRICT WINTER TRAILS

Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce 291 East Main 541-549-0251 www.thesisterscountry.com

SNO-PARK PERMITS

Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce 291 East Main 541-549-0251 www.thesisterscountry.com

SNO-PARKS

Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce 291 East Main 541-549-0251 www.thesisterscountry.com

SANTIAM PASS SNOWMOBILE TRAILS

www.thesisterscountry.com

866-549-0252

MCKENZIE PASS SNOWMOBILE TRAILS

www.thesisterscountry.com

866-549-0252

The City of Sisters History The town of Sisters derives its name from the three prominent Cascade peaks that grace the southwestern skyline: Faith, Hope, and Charity, collectively known as the Three Sisters. A very old story suggests that the mountains were named in the 1840s by members of a Methodist mission based in Salem. Others credit trappers who frequented the region in the early part of the 19th century. The town was officially christened when the post office at Camp Polk, some three miles to the north, closed in 1888 and was moved to the future town of Sisters. The new post office was moved to a store owned by John Smith, and local residents were invited to submit names for the new facility. Local merchant Jacob Quilberg's entry was accepted by the US Postal Department, and the handful of wood frame buildings lying at the junction of the Santiam and McKenzie roads officially became known as Sisters. Sheep traffic over the Santiam wagon road was responsible for the early growth of settlement. Then on July 10, 1901, two enterprising brothers, Alex and Robert Smith, officially platted the City of Sisters. As the only town between Prineville and the mountains, the newly platted town grew quickly. By 1904 the Prineville Herald wrote of Sisters, "there are two good stores, a hotel, blacksmith shop, saloon, real estate office, livery barn and a splendid schoolhouse costing $1,800, and a short distance from town is a fine lumbering mill." By the turn of the century, cattle raising had replaced sheep herding as the main industry in the region. In Sisters, cattle raising focused around the vast holdings of the Black Butte Land & Livestock Company. The large firm, begun by Nick Lambert, centered around two stations, the A.S. Holmes Ranch and the Black Butte Ranch. The company lasted until about 1920. Replacing the cattle industry was the logging industry. Sawmills, large and small, prospered in the rich forest land surrounding the town. The first large operation was the Duckett & Spoo mill, built in 1914. Before then small operations were common in the area as early as 1890. New businesses continued to open their doors to serve the needs of the ever-growing number of settlers and the future of Sisters looked bright. But two fires in the 1920s threatened to reduce this blossoming community to little more than ashes and fond memories. In May of 1923, local store owner Frank Leithauser noticed smoke coming from an untended garage near the center of town. The garage housed equipment used for work on the McKenzie Highway. Flames spread quickly, igniting at least 10 of the town's wood frame structures in less than 20 minutes. There were fewer than 10 men in town to fight the blaze because everyone else was in nearby Redmond to attend a track meet. The flames moved west and attacked the town drug store owned by George Aitken. Above the store was Forest Service office space. In an attempt to save important documents, Mrs. Fred McKinney attempted to gain entry into the building, but she was driven back by the intense heat.

Mrs. McKinney suffered a scorched face and forearm, and all Forest Service documents in the building were destroyed. It was estimated that several hundred people from the area gathered to watch the blaze, which could be seen for miles. People in the surrounding countryside initially thought it was a forest fire. In September of 1924 the town was again set upon by flames. And although half of the town subsequently burned, the townspeople considered themselves lucky. Had the Hotel Sisters and the Sorensen service station across the street caught fire, it was widely believed that the entire town would have been destroyed. The total loss was estimated at $25,000. Like many towns, Sisters has had its ups and downs in subsequent years. in 1946 after several failed attempts the city was officially incorporated. In the 1980s, the city weathered a deep economic crisis and emerged as a tourist destination. The economic upswing was spurred by the redevelopment of the old Black Butte Land & Livestock holdings to the west and was further fueled by the establishment of Bend is a region wide tourist destination. Once again Sisters profited by its location as the last major stopping point before traveling over the Cascade Mountains.

The Place We Cross the Water:

Whychus Creek PRODUCED BY

T H E U P P E R D E S C H U T E S W AT E R S H E D C O U N C I L WRITTEN AND EDITED BY CO-EDITED BY P H OTO G R A P H Y C O N S U LTA N T D E S I G N & I L L U S T R AT I O N S B Y

KOLLEEN YAKE RYAN HOUS TON JIM YUSKAVITCH CASEY CRISLER

ARTWORK & JOURNAL WRITING BY

SISTERS HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

FUNDED BY

Laird Norton Foundation Bonneville Environmental Foundation Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board

2008

w w w. R e s t o r e T h e D e s c h u t e s . o r g

T H E P L A C E W E C R O S S T H E W AT E R

Ways of Seeing: The Place We Cross the Water

“To walk along Whychus Creek is like walking on a rainbow.”

Cassie Huber

AGE 16

his is a story about a watershed. Told

Sisters High School student Cassie Huber

through many voices and with images

expressed, “To walk along Whychus Creek is like

created by many different hands, The Place We

walking on a rainbow.” With journal writing and

Cross the Water tells the story about the health of

students’ sketches penciled streamside, through

the Whychus Creek watershed. Relatively speak-

the brushstrokes of a painting born on a New

ing, the Whychus Creek watershed is healthy.

Year’s Day hike, punctuated by the vibrant

It has been spared from the large scale insults

images of the multi-faceted watershed itself, and

and violations that many watersheds throughout

woven with the stories of the restoration work of

the country have suffered. It does not have streams

many, this booklet reveals what happens when a

that are toxic or polluted beyond repair, it has not been completely deforested, and its creeks have not been cemented over by high rises or subdivisions. However, the watershed is not without its problems.

creek meanders through history as a creek, then PHOTO

N ATA L I E W E I G A N D

a canal, and then a creek again.

We all connect to special places in unique and personal ways, and The Place We Cross the Water invites multiple ways of

The purpose of this booklet is to explore the health of Whychus

learning about Whychus Creek and its watershed. The main

Creek, including the good and the bad, in creative and thoughtful

body of the booklet offers an inspiring overview of this Central

ways. The spirit of this publication dwells within the passionate

Oregon watershed. The accompanying ecological supplement

words and artwork of local community members and students

provides a more focused examination of the watershed indicators

who have connected to the creek in their own ways. We hope that

used to communicate about stream health. It is our hope that,

floating somewhere among the confluence of local inspiration and

whether read together or separately, these two resources create

watershed information, you too will find a personal connection to

inspired and informed ways of knowing The Place We Cross

Whychus Creek.

the Water.

WAY S O F S E E I N G

Who I Am I am Whychus Creek and I want my story to be heard. I begin in the icy glaciers of Middle Sister. Every year the snow melts and my energy is back. I provide habitat for fish and irrigation for my town of Sisters and I keep the riparian zone around my banks healthy and thriving. I am pure because my water comes from a pure and beautiful place. Once, a few decades ago, people came with bulldozers and straightened my body. They took away my meandering curves and changed the fish habitat. Now, the steelhead who used to thrive in my waters are gone, only a memory. I used to be called Squaw Creek but with the generations, my name has changed. To the other creeks, I send a message: no matter how much people take from you and damage you, just keep flowing because soon people realize that they need you. PHOTO

A series of glaciers in the Three Sisters Mountains provide the source of waters for Whychus Creek.

BRIAN HUDSPETH

Mackenzie Williams

AGE 16

T H E P L A C E W E C R O S S T H E W AT E R

WhyChus...creeks of mountain snow melt North Sister Middle Sister South Sister Broken Top braided creeks joining to rush over basalt and pool drop singing to winds thrumming through fir, pine and alder and yet it brings a quiet peace a place to rest the beating heart WhyChus

Glen Corbett

NEW YEAR’S DAY 2005

CREEK TO CANAL TO CREEK

Creek to Canal to Creek: Abandonment and Embrace

New life for an old creek

PHOTO

GREG LIEF

nce a creek, then effectively a canal, and now slowly

Born in Sisters in 1918, local homesteader Jesse Edgington once

emerging as a creek again, the 41 miles of Whychus

referred to this evolving perception of Whychus Creek: “As far as

Creek have evolved through a perceptual and literal history of

taking any care of Squaw Creek or anything like that, that was just

abandonment and embrace. Just as Whychus Creek’s name has

somebody else’s concern. I think that there is a vast amount of

been changed and changed back, the path and personality of the

caring now. People that are here see the potential of a stream

creek has been altered too. Referred to as Squaw Creek for over

going through town, a steady stream, not an off and on one.”2

a hundred years, records from the 1855 Pacific Railroad Reports indicate that Whychus was its historic name. Derived from the Sahaptin language, Whychus means: the place we cross the water.1

This creek to canal to creek story of Whychus Creek has been woven through its history. When Whychus was initially referred to as Whychus, it was a true creek that flowed and ran wild.

Whychus Creek has been referred to with different names as it

Not long after the name was changed to Squaw Creek in the late

has meandered through different eras, embodying shifts in per-

1800’s, the creek became used as a canal and its water was spread

ceptions about the value of the creek. As the creek has been named

across farmland. Diversions for irrigation began in 1871 and by

and renamed, it has been subsequently repressed and embraced.

1912, sections of Whychus Creek were parched, and hot, and dry.3

T H E P L A C E W E C R O S S T H E W AT E R

For almost 100 years, Whychus Creek was a virtual canal and it

its water. As it continues to hesitantly meander through meadows

was treated as such. As local historian and author Martin Winch

and rimrock canyons 20 miles downstream from the City of Sisters,

proclaims in The Biography of a

Whychus Creek then becomes a cool

Place, “The fishery notwithstand-

flowing creek again as it is recharged

ing, most persons had the attitude

and refreshed by Alder Springs. At its

that stream water running past your

mouth where it meets the Deschutes

land in its usual and accustomed

River, Whychus Creek summer flows

way was simply going to waste.”

can reach about 60% of their dynamic

However, by 2005, the same year

upstream counterparts. 5

when the final approval was

The perception of Whychus as once

given to change the name of the

a creek, then a canal, and, slowly a

creek from the derogatory word

creek again, is an outgrowth of the

Squaw back to it historical name,

community that surrounds the creek

Whychus, local organizations,

and either chooses to abandon or

community members, and land-

embrace it. Both the historical and on-

owners were working hard to

the-ground abandonment of Whychus

return Whychus Creek its waters. The actual path of the water of Whychus Creek from source to mouth also tells the story of a

Creek reflect the perception of its PHOTO

LESLEY JONES

Emerging out of the rimrock canyon walls, cold groundwater recharges the waters of Whychus Creek.

community at the time. The evolution of Whychus Creek from a creek to a canal to a creek exemplifies a shift

creek that becomes a canal that becomes a creek. Just below its

in cultural perspectives and values. The health, the mere exis-

headwaters in the icy glaciers of the Three Sisters, Whychus Creek

tence, of Whychus Creek and its surrounding watershed, depends

rushes as a dynamic and cold mountain stream around 180 cubic

upon the perception and vision of those who cross the water and

feet per second. After it drops dramatically through steep boulder

tell its story.

canyons surrounded by lush firs, the steepness of the stream channel decreases and Whychus winds through warm ponderosa pine forests. The majority of the waters of Whychus Creek are diverted out of the stream above the City of Sisters and, during the hot summer months, the streambed trickles with barely more than 10% of

When the majority of the water is diverted out of the creek during the hot summer months, the temperature in Whychus Creek becomes too hot for native fish.

PHOTO

JIM YUSKAVITCH

T H E WAY TO T H E M O U N TA I N

The Way to the Mountain: The Historic Path of Whychus

Glacial Beginnings

PHOTO

BRIAN HUDSPETH

he namesake and the largest stream in the watershed,

The landscape surrounding the headwaters of Whychus Creek

Whychus Creek, begins in the glaciers of the Three

has been created by a series of diverse glacial and volcanic events

Sisters Mountains. Appearing as the Three Sisters on 1856 maps,

in the Three Sisters Wilderness. Resting above Whychus Creek,

the peaks are also known as Faith, Hope, Charity. Other streams

seven glaciers—Bend, Prouty, Carver, Diller, Hayden, Thayer,

in the watershed include Soap Creek, the North and South Forks

and Villard—quietly sit as reminders of the last ice age 18,000

of Whychus Creek, Park Creek, Pole Creek, Indian Ford Creek,

years ago. At the present day confluence of Whychus Creek and

Three Creek, and Snow Creek. Known for its old-growth pon-

the North Fork of Whychus Creek, a magnificently thick glacier

derosa pine stands, ancient archaeological sites, and quiet corners

once stretched two miles wide to reach within six miles of present-

of beauty, the uppermost 15 miles of Whychus Creek have been

day Sisters. Meandering downstream from the headwaters, flows

designated as Wild and Scenic under the Oregon Wild and Scenic

from the melting glacier carved intricate webs of stream channels

Rivers Act of 1988.

and ridges. When the glacier receded, the present-day Whychus

T H E P L A C E W E C R O S S T H E W AT E R

Creek channel emerged from the deepest, longest, and most complex of them all. The path of the upper portions of Whychus Creek now drops down waterfalls to carve steep bedrock canyons, spread across broad alluvial valleys, explore water-carved caves, and wash across polished andesitic rock.1 The Wild and Scenic river corridor of Whychus and the entire Sisters Ranger District of the Deschutes National Forest are ceded lands of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs protected by treaty rights. Elders from the Tribes have referred to the creek as

the way to the mountain because people traveled along the creek as a route to higher elevations to pick berries, gather herbs, hunt deer, and pick pine nuts.1 According to an oral interview with Jesse PHOTO

Edgington, Native Americans from the Warm Springs Reservation

U.S. FOREST SERVICE

passed through his family’s ranch in 1936. “This family came, they

Just below the beautifully wild and most certainly scenic 15 miles

were going up to Santiam, to the Big Lake area for berries. . . The

of upper Whychus Creek, there are a number of factors that make

Indians have told us that the ranch was part of their heritage, that

Whychus decidedly less wild. A number of unscreened irrigation

the meadow there . . . should have been part of the reservation.”2

diversions and multiple fish passage barriers conspicuously fetter Whychus Creek just a few miles upstream from the City of Sisters. However, a decade of partnership-building among local conservation organizations, private landowners, Deschutes National Forest, and the Three Sisters Irrigation District has created a collaborative climate in which the process to remove barriers for migratory fish and restore prime fish habitat conditions has begun. Soon, spawning fish will be able to swim freely up the creek on their own way to the mountain.

Pine needles blanket the forest that envelops Whychus Creek.

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GAND N ATA L I E W E I

THE EBB AND FLOW OF IT

The Ebb and Flow of It: Flashy and Wild

“There’s one thing about the creek I’d like to mention. You said you’d like to know about the ebb and flow of it. Soap Creek used to have a beautiful fall where it comes into Squaw Creek... Later, something come along and undermined it and let Soap Creek wash out that material that had closed it. That was another color of the water—soapy. Soap Creek was soapy. And Squaw Creek was muddy and Park

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GREG LIEF

Creek was muddy depending on time of year and what they were

When pregnant with snowmelt waters, Whychus Creek has

running through up there.”

flooded its banks many times. The 100-year flood event of

Jesse Edgington

1964 is infamous among Sisters residents and characterizes the

BORN IN SISTERS IN 1918

dramatic and wild nature of Whychus Creek. On December 18, 1964, warm rain began to pour over the upper Whychus

nherently, Whychus Creek is flashy and wild. The soil near

Creek watershed. Temperatures soared from zero into the 50s

the headwaters allows the snowmelt and rainfall to run off

in one week and over 20 inches of rain fell on a deep snowpack

quickly, bringing very high streamflows and dramatic floods.

in the mountains, creating a flash flood on Whychus Creek.

The amount of snow or rain that refreshes the arid Whychus Creek

Magnificent in size and speed, floodwaters completed the filling

watershed varies dramatically depending upon location. Over 11

of Lake Billy Chinook months ahead of schedule.4 According to

feet of precipitation can fall on the Three Sisters Mountains each

Jesse Edgington, “After we moved from the ranch, the bridge we

year, while only 14 inches may hit the ground in the town of Sisters.

crossed on was 12 feet above the creek and four to five feet above

T H E P L A C E W E C R O S S T H E W AT E R

the bank. That year the ice jammed some place and it came down the creek, picking it up as it came. It piled up against that bridge till it was clear up over the top of a car on top of that bridge.”2 Whychus again flashed its wild waters only 16 years later when it crested at 2000 cubic feet per second—the highest flow recorded— PHOTO

KYLE GORMAN

on December 25, 1980.4

After channelization, Whychus Creek flows beside Camp Polk Meadow.

The 1964 flood was a bit too dynamic for some. In an effort to

and dry than it had ever been, “more like a savannah with a stream

restrain and control the energy of Whychus Creek, local landowners

running beside it.”4 The combination of the flood and the bull-

and the Army Corps of Engineers straightened and deepened

dozers turned the creek into a virtual canal. Removing the natural

approximately 18 miles of Whychus Creek stretching from upstream

curves from the creek, stripping downed trees and logs from its

of Sisters down to the Jefferson County line at Rimrock Ranch.

banks, and scraping gravels and cobbles from its bed, the work

In their effort to subdue Whychus, logs and trees that had been

sought to subdue Whychus Creek.

carried in by the floodwaters were cut up and removed. The Corps

The channelization, or canalization, of Whychus Creek that trans-

worked with landowners to remove gravel bars and push the cobble

pired on the ground exemplified the perception that the creek was

up into berms along the banks to control the creek. In Camp Polk,

better utilized as a canal than left to flow wild. The cultural ecol-

the creek was moved and straightened, or effectively canalized, in

ogy, or the relationship between the community and Whychus,

an attempt to make it behave. The meadow became more open

led the community to rearrange and reassemble the creek to better match the form and function of a canal. Although the subjugation of a creek as a canal was in line with perspectives and social values of the time, the channelization of Whychus Creek directly contrasted Aldo Leopold’s well known land ethic, “A thing is right when it tends to preserve the integrity, stability, and beauty of the biotic community. It is wrong when it tends otherwise.” 6

Whychus Creek flooded its banks in November 2007, flowing into its floodplain and beyond.

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E U.S. FOREST SERVIC

THE EBB AND FLOW OF IT

Whychus Creek, The place I can picture from halfway around the world, A creek that defines my sense of home. I know its path. I have uncovered places only I know exist. This place, I hold inside me From halfway around the world. PHOTO

N ATA L I E W E I G A N D

Audrey Tehan

AGE 19

T H E P L A C E W E C R O S S T H E W AT E R

In the Water: The Evolution of a Creek

Keeping the creek cool he irrigation diversions that began in Whychus Creek in 1871 exposed and dewatered sections of the creek less than 50 years later. The removal of most of the streamflow had devastating effects on water quality, fish, and aquatic habitat conditions. For almost a century, Whychus Creek watered canals and farmland while its creekbed sat hot and dry. In 1904, The Oregonian newspaper noted, “the water from the mountain PHOTO

RYAN HOUS TON

Whychus Creek becomes parched and dry when its waters are diverted.

streams that has heretofore flowed through canyons and gulches and over barren rocks is being diverted to the fertile soil in the rich valleys and on the level plains.” 4 When the waters of Whychus Creek, Indian Ford Creek, or Pole Creek are reduced to thin rivulets in the summer, the hot sun takes its toll. The less water that remains in the creekbed, the more rapidly that water heats up and becomes inhospitable for native coldwater fish. Information gathered by local organizations over the last 10 years shows that, in some sections, the waters of

I N T H E W AT E R

Whychus Creek are too hot for native fish for up to two months

so far. A permanent and lasting shift toward re-embracing the

out of the year.

creek and restoring holistic watershed health will emerge as our

Water temperature is one of the most pressing water quality concerns throughout the Whychus Creek watershed. It is self evident that fish need water but the fish that are native to Whychus Creek and its tributaries, redband and steelhead trout, also need

connection to the creek deepens. In addition to ongoing community collaboration on flow restoration projects, individual voices and stewardship actions will play a critical role in the story of this creek and its watershed.

cold water. In order to stay cool during the critical summer months, Whychus Creek needs more water than it has seen for the past 100 years.8 While there are other factors that affect water quality and stream health, the unnaturally low stream flows in Whychus Creek greatly compromise stream conditions for native fish and other aquatic species. Beginning in 1996, local conservation groups began to work with private landowners and irrigation districts to create new ways to return water to Whychus Creek. Although the vast majority of the water in Whychus Creek continues to be diverted out of the creek during the hot summer months, collaborative work between conservation organizations, farmers, private landowners, and the irrigation district has resulted in the permanent protection of 10 cubic feet per second in the creek as of 2008. Through water leasing, an additional 10 cubic feet per second has been temporarily protected instream in 2008. With shifting perceptions, many voices are rising together to express a vast amount of caring for Whychus Creek and the return of its waters. But, the evolution of a creek to a canal to a creek is not over. Keeping Whychus Creek cool enough for native fish throughout its entire length will require more water than amounts restored

SKETCHBOOK ENTRY

DAN PURVIS

By participating in watershed restoration and education, Sisters High School students connect to their home creek in meaningful and relevant ways.

T H E P L A C E W E C R O S S T H E W AT E R

Returning to the Creek: Native Fish Come Home

PHOTO

BRIAN HUDSPETH

“Until between 1890 and 1900, Whychus Creek had been the primary

redband trout. Whychus Creek currently contains a native strain

steelhead spawning and rearing stream in the upper Deschutes Basin,

of Interior Columbia Basin redband trout that is on the United

with a capacity estimated at 9,000 adults. Thereafter, its excellent

States Forest Service Sensitive species list. Highly significant and

spawning gravels often went unused because there was too little water

rare for the Interior Columbia Basin, Whychus Creek has never

left in the stream bed after irrigation withdrawals and the remaining

had hatchery rainbow trout planted into it.1

water became too warm for fish.”

Martin Winch

LOCAL HISTORIAN & AUTHOR

Whychus, historically, had stream conditions that included a valuable mix of cobble, gravels, and sand, thus providing an incredibly healthy habitat for native fish. Cool temperatures, shaded pools, and side channels provided an excellent home for

efore it was poked and prodded, Whychus Creek pro-

coldwater redband trout and wild steelhead. Throughout the

vided prime spawning and rearing habitat for wild

upper Deschutes Basin, it is estimated that Whychus Creek his-

migratory steelhead and spring chinook salmon as well as for resident

torically provided 42% of the total steelhead spawning habitat.1

RETURNING TO THE CREEK

When relegated to a canal, Whychus proved to be much less

coming years. As a part of their federal relicensing agreement,

hospitable to fish.

Portland General Electric and the Confederated Tribes of Warm

Now, as water is being returned to wet and cool the streambed of Whychus, migratory steelhead may return to populate the creek once more. Listed as Threatened under the Endangered Species Act, steelhead spend a large portion of their lives in rivers and streams and are particularly affected by human-induced changes to stream habitat. Steelhead require specific stream conditions in order to survive through their long journey downstream, out to the ocean, and back upstream hundreds of miles to spawn in their home waters. Throughout their life cycle, steelhead need downed trees, deep pools, abundant gravel, and good sources of food.

Springs worked with many local partners to provide fish passage and return native migratory steelhead back to Whychus Creek. The return of hundreds of thousands of steelhead to Whychus in 2007 and 2008 is just the beginning of a decade’s long movement to return wildness to the place we cross the water. Through time, we have crossed the water in many ways and now, with buckets and backpacks full of fish, we cross the water to bring back native fish. While it is still unknown if or how many of these fish will make a successful journey to return to spawn in Whychus Creek, many hands and a vast amount of caring has been dedicated to ushering their safe return.

First proposed by Portland General Electric in 1949, the Pelton Round Butte dams sit on the Deschutes River and have blocked fish passage for migratory steelhead between Whychus Creek and the ocean since 1964. Some optimistic estimates claim that, prior to the construction and operation of the Pelton Round Butte dam complex, there were up to 9,000 spawning steelhead in Whychus Creek.3 Between 1965 and 2006, there were none. In the spring of 2007, almost 200,000 steelhead fry were released into Whychus Creek and many more will be released in the

Community members volunteered to assist with the reintroduction of almost 200,000 steelhead fry into Whychus Creek in 2007.

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JIM YUSKAVITCH

T H E P L A C E W E C R O S S T H E W AT E R

A Sense of Place: Connecting to Whychus

“We got off the school bus and stepped onto a sturdy old bridge. It seemed unusually warm for October; it felt more like late August. In small groups, we began to hike. We were surrounded by a large variety of plants—cottonwoods, aspen, willow, mountain alders, lodgepole pine, ponderosa pine, and douglas fir. Our leader stopped to show us horsetail—it made a popping noise when you pulled it apart—she said that it was an ancient plant that needed a lot of water to survive. As we continued to walk downstream, the types of plants surrounding us began to change a bit. The horsetail disappeared and we began to notice a few juniper trees, bitterbrush, and more pines.”

Sydney Randall

AGE 16 PHOTOS

KOLLEEN YAKE

ocal students have returned to Whychus Creek to

“Walking around the dusty trail beside the creek, I looked around

explore its twists and turns, cobbles and gravels, pine forests

and smiled. The beauty of the area made me feel good that I was

and pathways through streamside artwork and poetry. Whether

at last learning about what I could do to help Whychus Creek and

through coordinated projects with local conservation groups or

make it a better place for animals and fish. The creek bubbled along

on their own time, young adults have connected to their creek in

to my left and farther away from the creekbed large ponderosa pine

many different ways. By knowing Whychus Creek, crossing the

trees loomed high above me.”

creek and touching its waters, both literally and emotionally, students have grown an interest in its restoration and protection.

Kelsey Neilson

AGE 16

A SENSE OF PLACE

Dear future students: This project on Whychus Creek was pretty awesome. We dug up many willows along an old canal and transplanted them along a degraded section of Whychus Creek which we dubbed Broken Bridge Bend. Even though the weather wasn’t very good—it snowed and even hailed on us—and we were trampling through the woods, I feel like I have learned so much about this creek! It is a part of me now and I am glad that I played a small part in protecting it.

Erin Kanzig

AGE 16

To the eyes of a high school student, Whychus Creek possesses a myriad of quiet corners to reflect upon, photograph, and sketch. Discovering these quiet corners in their own ways, students create OURNA FIELD J

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ALDER

personal and individualized connections to Whychus Creek.

“Even though I have lived in Sisters my whole life, I never really knew this creek. Now, after spending time on Whychus Creek, I know where Beginning in 2006, students from Sisters High School have

I am from.”

adopted many degraded streamside sites. A pine-scented blend of

Audrey Tehan

afternoon hikes, sweaty restoration work, streamside sketching,

AGE 19

macroinvertebrate discovery, and a two-week escape from walls of the classroom, a multi-year stewardship program between Sisters High School and local conservation organizations has folded students into hands-on projects to connect with Whychus Creek while actively restoring it. These students are current and future stewards of the health of the creek and they have committed themselves in many important ways to the restoration and protection of Whychus.

STREAMSIDE SKETCH

LAUREN KOLBERG

T H E P L A C E W E C R O S S T H E W AT E R

A Vast Amount of Caring: Collective Stewardship

“Well I wonder, what their real plan is for Squaw Creek. I’ve been curious about it…”

Jesse Edgington

SISTERS HOMESTEADER

A PA I N T I N G O F T H E H E A D W AT E R S O F W H YC H U S C R E E K

M A R E N B U RC K , AG E 17

or the past decade, community members, students,

ly in design and many others are planned for the near future.

conservation organizations, agencies, and many others

While several years are often needed to fully design and imple-

have come together to restore water and wildness to Whychus Creek.

ment the type of large on-the-ground projects that are necessary

In addition to the protected instream water and native fish that

to restore stream health, the momentum has been building and

have been returned to Whychus, multiple degraded riparian areas have

the shift toward embracing and protecting Whychus as a creek is

been adopted by various organizations and community groups for

well-fueled and inspired. There is more caring and commitment

ongoing stewardship projects, restoration, and watershed education.

invested in the work necessary to restore water, native fish, and

Several large scale habitat restoration projects are also currently underway. These on-theground projects will restore riparian and instream habitat and bring benefits for fish and wildlife by 2010. More than five miles worth of restoration projects are current-

healthy habitat to Whychus Creek than at any time in the past. Together, we have chosen to embrace Whychus Creek and restore wildness to the place we cross the water. “I’d like to see Squaw Creek run.”

Jesse Edgington

T H E P L A C E W E C R O S S T H E W AT E R

Endnotes 1

Deschutes National Forest. Whychus Creek Wild and Scenic River Resource Assessment. Sisters, Oregon: U.S. Forest Service, 2007.

Edgington, Jesse. Oral interview with Maret Pajutee, 1998.

Nehlsen, Willa. Historic Salmon and Steelhead Runs of the Upper Deschutes River and Their Environments. Portland, Oregon: Portland General Electric, 1995.

Winch, Martin. Biography of a Place: Passages Through a Central Oregon Meadow. Bend, Oregon: Deschutes Historical Society, 2006.

Oregon Water Resources Department: www.wrd.state.or.us.

Leopold, Aldo. A Sand County Almanac. New York: Oxford University Press, 1948.

Jones, Lesley. Methodology for Evaluating the Effectiveness of Instream Flow Restoration to Reduce Temperature. Bend, Oregon: Unpublished technical report. Upper Deschutes Watershed Council, In preparation.

Watershed Sciences. Whychus Creek Stream Temperature Modeling: Various Flow Scenarios. Portland, Oregon: Unpublished technical report. Deschutes River Conservancy, 2008.

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JIM YUSKAVITCH

SCHOOLS

OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE Sisters Elementary School

2018-19

PRINCIPAL: Becky Stoughton | GRADES: K-4 | 611 E Cascade, Sisters 97759 | 541-549-8981

Students We Serve

School Environment

323

Academic Progress

CLASS SIZE

REGULAR ATTENDERS

INDIVIDUAL STUDENT PROGRESS

Median class size.

Students who attended more than 90% of their enrolled school days.

Year-to-year progress in English language arts and mathematics.

Increase from previous year

Student Enrollment

Increase from previous year

DEMOGRAPHICS American Indian/Alaska Native Students

Teachers

86%

Asian Students

<1%

Teachers

Black/African American Students

Teachers

Hispanic/Latino Students

Teachers

Students

2% 0%

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Students

Teachers

Oregon average

80%

Academic Success ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

MATHEMATICS

SCIENCE

Students meeting state grade-level expectations.

Multiracial Teachers

Oregon average

Decrease from previous year

Increase from previous year

58%

Coming in 2019-20

51%

White Students

87%

Teachers

100%

Ever English Learners

Languages Spoken

12% 84% 34% Students with Disabilities

Required Vaccinations

Free/ Reduced Price Lunch

*<10 students or data unavailable

School Website: www.sisters.k12.or.us

Oregon average

49%

46%

School Goals

State Goals

Safe & Welcoming Environment

Sisters Elementary School has three goals that align with the school district. 1. Every student will be on track for their grade level · We have systems for identifying and supporting our lowest 20% of our students to achieve growth 2. We will support student mental health · We are focusing on Socio Emotional Learning and support systems for all students 3. We will provide options for our students · In connection with our community partners we are providing multiple options for our students including art, music, PE, science club, garden club and Chinese.

The Oregon Department of Education is partnering with school districts and local communities to ensure a 90% ontime, four year graduation rate by 2025. To progress toward this goal, the state will prioritize efforts to improve attendance, provide a well-rounded education, invest in implementing culturally responsive practices, and promote continuous improvement to close opportunity and achievement gaps for historically and currently underserved students.

Our school strives to ensure all students and their parents feel welcome to our school. We have routines and procedures in place that encourage parents to be a part of the educational process for their students while still maintaining a safe and secure building. We have bilingual staff in our office and building who collaborate to support our Spanish speaking families. Socio Emotional Learning (SEL) is a priority and we provide daily instruction and reinforcement in helping our students learn to be accepting and welcoming to all.

For more information please visit: www.oregon.gov/ode/reports-and-data/

OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE CONTINUED Sisters Elementary School

2018-19

PRINCIPAL: Becky Stoughton | GRADES: K-4 | 611 E Cascade, Sisters 97759 | 541-549-8981

Our Staff (rounded FTE)

17 Teachers

Outcomes REGULAR ATTENDERS

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS <10 students or data unavailable

<10 students or data unavailable

Asian <10 students or data unavailable

<10 students or data unavailable

Black/African American <10 students or data unavailable

<10 students or data unavailable

94%

Hispanic/Latino Multiracial <10 students or data unavailable Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander <10 students or data unavailable

Educational assistants

86%

White Free/Reduced Price Lunch

81%

Counselors

11% Average teacher turnover rate

79% % of licensed teachers with more than 3 years of experience

Same principal in the last 3 years

27%

<10 students or data unavailable

62% 48%

85%

Ever English Learner

MATHEMATICS

American Indian/Alaska Native <10 students or data unavailable

53% 39%

<10 students or data unavailable

71%

<10 students or data unavailable

Migrant <10 students or data unavailable

<10 students or data unavailable

Students with Disabilities

Talented and Gifted <10 students or data unavailable Female

88%

Male

85%

Non-Binary <10 students or data unavailable

58% 58% <10 students or data unavailable

42% 59% <10 students or data unavailable

About Our School BULLYING, HARASSMENT, AND SAFETY POLICIES

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

PARENT ENGAGEMENT

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

To ensure a safe and secure learning environment for all students, our school implements a PBIS plan and a safety plan. Our administration, counselor, teachers and school staff work with parents and students on a case-by-case basis to address conflict between students and to provide counseling and instruction in positive peer relationships. Our counselor and teachers provide regular, systematic Socio Emotional Learning (SEL) instruction that includes the topics of bullying and harassment. Students who display positive character traits are recognized for their efforts. Our safety plan is reviewed and updated annually and students and staff participate regularly in safety drills. Staff collaborates with our School Resource Officer as needs arise.

It is the goal of Sisters Elementary School to develop each child to their fullest potential. To accomplish this we provide every student with the opportunity to explore multiple disciplines that help them discover and understand their unique interests and abilities. We partner with community organizations to provide activities such as art, Chinese, after school strings, garden club and science club in addition to regularly offered music, physical education and Socio Emotional Learning (SEL).

We value our parents as collaborators and partners. We have an active SPTC (Sisters Parent Teacher Community) that hosts a variety of well attended curriculum nights throughout the year to engage families with the school. Additionally they sponsor three service projects offering our students ways to give back to their community. Twice a year our students showcase their art to our community as a part of our Studio 2 School Grant. This year we also engaged several families in our Latino Family Literacy afternoons and are seeking other ways to expand on our success.

Sisters Elementary School is fortunate to have a community that partners with their schools. We have collaborated with Sisters Folk Festival to implement a five year Studio 2 School grant to bring enriched arts education into our schools. We have an art teacher, artists in residence, and expanded music offerings as a result of this partnership. We also work with the Roundhouse Foundation, The Science Club, Seed to Table, and Sisters Educational Foundation to provide enhanced educational opportunities. Our students engage in three service learning projects throughout the year- a Halloween Candy drive for Operation Gratitude, a sock drive for our FAN program, and a PB&J drive collecting food for our local food bank sponsored by the Kiwanis.

Data are suppressed to protect confidential student information.

For more information please visit: www.oregon.gov/ode/reports-and-data/

OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE Sisters Middle School

2018-19

PRINCIPAL: Marshall Jackson | GRADES: 5-8 | 15200 McKenzie Hwy, Sisters 97759 | 541-549-2099

Students We Serve

School Environment

323

Academic Progress

CLASS SIZE

REGULAR ATTENDERS

INDIVIDUAL STUDENT PROGRESS

Median class size.

Students who attended more than 90% of their enrolled school days.

Year-to-year progress in English language arts and mathematics.

Decrease from previous year

Student Enrollment

Increase from previous year

DEMOGRAPHICS American Indian/Alaska Native Students

Teachers

86%

Asian Students

Teachers

Black/African American Students

<1%

Teachers

Hispanic/Latino Students

13%

Teachers

Students

1% 0%

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Students

Teachers

Oregon average

80%

Academic Success ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

MATHEMATICS

SCIENCE

Students meeting state grade-level expectations.

Multiracial Teachers

Oregon average

Increase from previous year

Decrease from previous year

69%

Coming in 2019-20

41%

White Students

83%

Teachers

100%

Ever English Learners

Languages Spoken

9% Students with Disabilities

89% 22% Required Vaccinations

Free/ Reduced Price Lunch

*<10 students or data unavailable

School Website: www.sisters.k12.or.us

Oregon average

54%

39%

School Goals

State Goals

Safe & Welcoming Environment

Sisters Middle School goals are focused on holistic wellness, intervention and enrichment offerings, and school-community relationships. During the 2019-2020 school year 100% of our students will have weekly SEL lessons and preventative care guidance lessons, will participate in a PIE (Proactive Interventions & Enrichment) period in their area of need or strength, and will participate in service learning projects.

Students’ sense of security comes through well executed safety plans and the scaffolding of supports put in place for open communication and student wellness. Students, parents and families are welcomed in a variety of ways at Sisters Middle School. Positive relationship building starts at the beginning of the day when students and families are greeted as they enter the door. Parents are communicated with by phone, email, online learning platforms and in-person. The teachers communicate regularly with families and the principal sends monthly newsletters and coffee chats.

For more information please visit: www.oregon.gov/ode/reports-and-data/

OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE CONTINUED Sisters Middle School

2018-19

PRINCIPAL: Marshall Jackson | GRADES: 5-8 | 15200 McKenzie Hwy, Sisters 97759 | 541-549-2099

Our Staff (rounded FTE)

15 Teachers

Outcomes REGULAR ATTENDERS

<10 students or data unavailable

Asian <10 students or data unavailable

<10 students or data unavailable

Black/African American <10 students or data unavailable

<10 students or data unavailable

Multiracial <10 students or data unavailable Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander <10 students or data unavailable

Average teacher turnover rate

89% % of licensed teachers with more than 3 years of experience

Same principal in the last 3 years

Students with Disabilities

63%

72% 80% 78%

23%

<10 students or data unavailable

85%

White

Ever English Learner

15%

88%

Hispanic/Latino

Free/Reduced Price Lunch

Counselors

MATHEMATICS

American Indian/Alaska Native <10 students or data unavailable

Educational assistants

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

71%

44%

53%

<10 students or data unavailable

60%

Migrant <10 students or data unavailable Talented and Gifted

93%

Female

87%

Male

85%

Non-Binary <10 students or data unavailable

<5% >95%

73% 65% <10 students or data unavailable

>95% 41% 40% <10 students or data unavailable

About Our School BULLYING, HARASSMENT, AND SAFETY POLICIES

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

PARENT ENGAGEMENT

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Our school has honed in on school safety by renovating the school to better ensure student safety within and around our school. Safety plan protocols and practices at SMS go above and beyond the required regulations. Our student handbook outlines the policies, procedures, and behavior matrices necessary to ensure the rights and safety of all students. Sisters Middle School enacts a PBIS plan school-wide. We also provides class sections such as Thrive and PIE which encompass academic and socialemotional supports. Further we have counseling services that are integrated to compliment all of the above.

Sisters Middle School offers a variety of opportunities for students to explore areas of interest to aide in providing a wellrounded, cultured education. Sports programming, strings, OSU SMILE Club, homework support, SOLE, ECOS, Leadership, Battle of the Books, Science Club, Outdoor School and Chess Club are just some of our extracurricular offerings.

Sisters Middle School strives to involve all parents in their child’s learning. Our parents volunteer in a myriad of ways to support all developmental areas during and after the school day. Our school provides many showcases, open houses and enrichment nights to foster home-school connections and parent learning.

Community engagement is the essence of Sisters School District. High leverage collaborations between the middle school and community have been in places for many years. Organizations such as the Sisters Folk Festival, Sisters Science Club, Seed to Table, Roundhouse Foundation, and Sisters Educational Foundation amongst others have partnered with our schools to enrich the offerings and experiences our school provides.

Data are suppressed to protect confidential student information.

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OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE Sisters High School

2018-19

PRINCIPAL: Joe Hosang | GRADES: 9-12 | 1700 W McKinney Butte Rd, Sisters 97759 | 541-549-4045

Students We Serve

School Environment

463

Academic Progress

CLASS SIZE

REGULAR ATTENDERS

ON-TRACK TO GRADUATE

Median size of classes in core subjects.

Students who attended more than 90% of their enrolled school days.

Students earning one-quarter of graduation credits in their 9th grade year.

Increase from previous year

Student Enrollment

Decrease from previous year

Increase from previous year

DEMOGRAPHICS American Indian/Alaska Native Students

Teachers

76%

90%

Asian Students

Teachers

Black/African American Students

<1%

Teachers

Hispanic/Latino Students

Teachers

Multiracial Students

Teachers

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Students

Teachers

Oregon average

80%

85%

Academic Success ON-TIME GRADUATION

FIVE-YEAR COMPLETION

COLLEGE GOING

Students earning a diploma within four years. Cohort includes students who were first-time ninth graders in 2014-15. Increase from previous year

Students earning a high school diploma or GED within five years.

Students enrolling in a two or four year college within one year of completing high school, as reported by the National Student Clearinghouse.

Increase from previous year

89%

94%

72%

White Students

84%

Teachers

100%

<5%

Ever English Learners

Languages Spoken

12% 93% 18% Students with Disabilities

Required Vaccinations

Free/ Reduced Price Lunch

*<10 students or data unavailable

School Website: www.sisters.k12.or.us

Oregon average

79%

85%

62%

School Goals

State Goals

Safe & Welcoming Environment

Sisters High School is determined to ensure all seniors will attain and demonstrate the necessary competencies that allow students to graduate and broadly prepare them to transition into college and the workplace. We will accomplish this by improving our attendance, implementing bi-weekly grade level teacher meetings, ensure all teachers improve their use of writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization and reading strategies.

Our mission is to provide a caring community built on strong relationships, that sets and achieves high standards where learning is positive and engaging for all. Everything we do is built on relationships and building a community where we take care of each other in school and out of school.

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OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE CONTINUED Sisters High School

2018-19

PRINCIPAL: Joe Hosang | GRADES: 9-12 | 1700 W McKinney Butte Rd, Sisters 97759 | 541-549-4045

Our Staff (rounded FTE)

22 Teachers

Outcomes REGULAR ATTENDERS

ON-TRACK TO GRADUATE

American Indian/Alaska Native <10 students or data unavailable

<10 students or data unavailable

100%

Asian <10 students or data unavailable

<10 students or data unavailable

100%

Black/African American <10 students or data unavailable

<10 students or data unavailable

100%

<10 students or data unavailable

88%

<10 students or data unavailable

100%

91%

Hispanic/Latino

82%

Multiracial

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander <10 students or data unavailable

Educational assistants

White Free/Reduced Price Lunch

<10 students or data unavailable

Counselors

Students with Disabilities

90%

66%

Average teacher turnover rate

88% % of licensed teachers with more than 3 years of experience

80% Data not available

71%

92%

64% 100%

<10 students or data unavailable

89%

Talented and Gifted

Male

89%

88% <10 students or data unavailable

Migrant <10 students or data unavailable

Female

<10 students or data unavailable

76%

Ever English Learner <10 students or data unavailable

ON-TIME GRADUATION

100%

<10 students or data unavailable

80%

95%

73%

Non-Binary <10 students or data unavailable

90%

84% Coming in 2019-20

89% Coming in 2019-20

About Our School ADVANCED COURSEWORK

CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

PARENT & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Our school offers various AP courses. Highlights Include: Biology, US History, Art, Chinese, Calculus, English Literature

Sisters High School has three amazing CTE Programs of Study, Culinary Arts, Health Services and Engineering Technologies with a learning area of Industrial and Engineering Systems. We are also developing our Flight Science program to become a full program of study as defined by Oregon Department of Education

We offer a wide range of co-curricular activities that foster the development of lifelong values of teamwork, leadership, dedication, sportsmanship, goal setting, maintaining composure, poise, developing a strong work, balancing busy schedules, and living a healthy lifestyle, which will ultimately assist our students in becoming contributing members of the community. Beyond wins and losses, the primary goal of our co-curricular activities is to build character.

Our community is very close and supportive of the students and instructional staff. We have many strong community partnerships that catapult our programs. Our educational community strives to ensure that every student is known, and taught, as an individual in order to enhance the learning environment. We are a community that embraces and values science and the arts. Our community and our partnerships are instrumental in the success of our programs: Americana, outdoor experiential education flight science, the luthier program, engineering, culinary arts, EMT/Health careers, and so many more.

We also offer dual-enrollment courses through two community colleges. Highlights include: Math 111 & 112, Writing 121, Health Occupations, Engineering and Design

Yes

Same principal in the last 3 years

Data are suppressed to protect confidential student information.

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DEMOGRAPHICS

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOR CENTRAL OREGON

2020 CENTRAL OREGON ECONOMIC PROFILE 705 SW BONNETT WAY SUITE 1000 BEND, OR 97702 541.388.3236

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Table of Contents Welcome........................................................................................................ 2 Central Oregon Overview................................................................................ 3 Population..................................................................................................... 4 Move.............................................................................................................. 6 Relocate / Expand.......................................................................................... 7 Start................................................................................................................ 8 Entrepreneurial Support................................................................................. 9 Grow............................................................................................................... 10 Workforce...................................................................................................... 11 Delivering What Is Expected......................................................................... 12 Transportation............................................................................................... 13 Services / Infrastructure................................................................................ 14 Top Employers............................................................................................... 15 Foundations of Central Oregon’s Economy................................................... 16 Lifestyle......................................................................................................... 20 About EDCO................................................................................................... 21

Welcome to Central Oregon Where the commute times are short and breathtaking views await you at every turn. The region features dramatic snow-capped mountain ranges and high desert plateaus within Deschutes, Crook and Jefferson counties. Located halfway between San Francisco and Seattle, the hottest small metropolitan market in the U.S. is Central Oregon. In the last decade the region has seen some of the highest sustained GDP growth, job growth and population growth. With these factors in mind, The Milken Institute has named the region the best small metropolitan in the nation three years in a row – a feat no other location has ever received. Central Oregon is pulling extraordinary talent and capital, fostering a diverse and highly entrepreneurial business ecosystem. Lured by natural scenic beauty and big city amenities (world-class health care, education, dining) without big city costs or hassle, people are learning that having a true work-life balance is possible. Employees are happier; companies are more innovative and capital-efficient. All in a region dominated by small to mid-sized firms that compete globally – and win. Page 2 - Economic Development for Central Oregon

CENTRAL OREGON OVERVIEW Regional Population:

240,280

Regional Labor Force:

117,050

Bend-Redmond MSA GDP Per Capita:

$46,903

(2019 estimates from Portland State University)

(Seasonally adjusted total for Q1 2019 from Oregon Employment Department)

(2017 estimate from the Bureau of Economic Analysis) *Bureau of Economic Analysis data is only available for the Bend-Redmond MSA

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POPULATION

Central Oregon has been among the fastest growing regions anywhere in the U.S.

“Net migration is one

In-migration has been the dominating factor in the region’s

of Oregon’s competitive

growth with approximately 7,000 new residents moving to the

advantages as we have

area from all over the country every year. At the same time, the region’s ability to attract young families has resulted in strong

historically been able

birth rates.

to attract new residents

POPULATION CHANGES FOR CENTRAL OREGON

Area Oregon

Percent Change 2010 - 2018

Net Migration % 2010 - 2018

9.5%

75.8%

Counties Deschutes County

19.8%

90.4%

Jefferson County

8.5%

64%

Crook County

8.3%

119%

Source: Population Research Center, PSU, April 2019. (April 1, 2010 to July 1, 2018)

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to the state, expanding the labor force.” Damon Runberg Regional Economist, State of Oregon Employment Department

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NEW RESIDENTS, NEW IDEAS & NEW ENERGY

#6 FASTEST

POPULATION GROWTH IN THE U.S.

With over 4.5 million visitors flocking to Central Oregon each year, it proves a great introduction to our region’s culture, lifestyle and a great first impression for businesses. Central Oregon and the Bend-Redmond MSA continually top the nation in population growth. In fact Bend has been among the 15 fastest growing cities in the U.S. four of the last five years. While our population grows, so does our workforce. We’re cultivating a community that has consciously decided to

- U.S. CENSUS, 2018

live here and work towards making our region an even better place to live.

POPULATION TOTALS FOR CENTRAL OREGON Area Oregon Crook County Deschutes County Bend La Pine Redmond Sisters Unincorporated Jefferson County Tri-County Total

2000 3,421,399 19,184 115,367 52,029 Not incorporated

13,481 959 48,898 19,009 153,560

2010 3,837,300 21,020 157,905 76,740 1,660 26,225 2,040 51,240 21,750 200,675

2015 4,013,845 21,085 170,740 81,310 1,670 27,050 2,280 53,151 22,445 214,270

2017 4,141,000 22,105 182,930 86,765 1,730 28,265 2,540 63,630 23,190 228,225

2018 4,195,300 22,710 188,980 89,505 1,840 29,190 2,725 65,720 23,560 235,250

% Growth 2010-2018

9.3% 8.0% 19.7% 16.6% 10.8% 11.3% 33.6% 28.3% 8.3% 17.2%

Source: Population Research Center, PSU. 1990 and 2000 Census numbers are for April 1 of that year; 2013-2018 data are for July 1 of that year.

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We guide employers outside the region through the relocation process as a resource for regional data, incentives, talent, site selection, and A-Z problem solving.

MOVE Business Cost Comparison Oregon offers more incentive programs to traded-sector businesses (companies that sell products or services outside the area) than Washington and California combined. Even without taking those incentives into consideration, Oregon is still a more cost-effective choice for doing business. Contact EDCO for a detailed look at the business costs in Central Oregon.

Avg. Electricity Rate (¢/kWh)

6.91¢

11.23¢

5.24¢

Avg. Natural Gas Rate ($/kcf)

$5.02

$8.64

$6.31

State & Local Sales Tax Rate

None

8.5%

9.2%

State Business Tax Climate Index

#49

#20

Sources: Tax Foundation 2019, US Energy Information Association (Natural Gas) Feb. 2019, US Energy Information Association (Electricity) Mar. 2019

“We fell in love with everything the area has to offer and EDCO gave us the guidance needed to prove our case that Central Oregon is a great place to do business.” - Jeff Cummingham – GM/VP of Global Sales, Aquaglide

Case Study: Last year Aquaglide, one of the world’s premier inflatable water sport product companies, was in the process of being acquired by outdoor industry powerhouse Kent Watersports through Connelly Skis, one of Kent’s iconic brands. EDCO worked with Aquaglide providing location options, cost comparisons and more, to show Kent Watersports the many benefits of relocating Aquaglide to Bend. After months of back and forth discussions, Kent Watersports was convinced that the move was a financially responsible decision and great for their employees. One year later Aquaglide now operates its headquarters from Central Oregon, with a team of 10 which were hired locally. For Aquaglide, the lifestyle and ability to attract the top level talent that Central Oregon provides was the defining factor in relocating to Bend. Page 6 - Economic Development for Central Oregon

RELOCATE & EXPAND

Get connected to our growing industry clusters that include: Breweries, Bio, Recreation, Technology, Building Products, Automotive, Aerospace, and Advanced Manufacturing.

Our tools to help your company include: linking with the local supply chain, finding talent, incentives, business finance, and more.

WHY CENTRAL OREGON? When compared against its neighbors to the north and south, Oregon’s overall business costs rank significantly lower. Average electricity rates, natural gas rates, state & local sales tax rates, and business tax climates in particular are significantly lower than the national average. For a relocating business, Central Oregon has a reputation for welcoming new companies without sacrificing workforce,

We help you navigate the regional and local real estate market, infrastructure and permitting processes.

talent, quality healthcare, transportation, or infrastructure. EDCO’s resources and connections can help your business make the right decisions when choosing a new home.

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We mentor and advise scalable young companies from concept to exit on issues such as access to capital, critical expertise and business strategy.

“Organizations like EDCO are critical for business creation and development in any community. That said, the wicked smart and driven people that Roger Lee has assembled at EDCO are the best. The team listens to its customers (and community) and pushes hard for big results. Their monthly PubTalk meetups or the Bend Venture Conference (BVC) are two examples of some of the best programs I’ve seen in Oregon. Without EDCO and its incredible team the entrepreneur community in Central Oregon would be greatly disadvantaged. For me, EDCO has provided the platform and resources to move from a big city, start my business and grow into a global leader in our market. Thank you EDCO for all you do!” - Justin Johnson, Founder and CEO – LeadMethod

Case Study: In 2013 LeadMethod Founder & CEO Justin Johnson moved from Seattle to Bend. Unsure how to immerse himself in the business community, he reached out to EDCO for resources that allowed him to connect with many local leaders, influencers and mentors. One local resource he connected with was the Bend Venture Conference, and in 2017 LeadMethod walked away from the annual angel investing event with over $485,000 in funding. The winners of the largest Angel Conference in the West kicked their growth into high gear. The money raised from BVC allowed LeadMethod to increase their staff by 50% and move into a new 5,000 square foot office space, giving them both the manpower and room to scale the business while also adding the ability to test new and innovative ideas. LeadMethod, creator of the first channel revenue optimization software, allows manufacturers and distributors to get more information on the leads provided throughout the entire sales cycle. With 25% of their customers surpassing $1 billion in revenue, they continue to gain industry trust worldwide while expanding their footprint in Bend. Page 8 - Economic Development for Central Oregon

ENTREPRENEURIAL SUPPORT

A driving force for our economic performance is a collaborative and inclusive entrepreneurial community. This is supported via the number of new business registrations, which has outpaced far larger cities. In 2018, Bend entrepreneurs registered one new business for every 26 residents, the most registrations per capita of any medium or large city in the state. The region is large enough to provide resources and access to capital that help new entrepreneurs get started, while still being small enough that those resources are interconnected to support businesses as they grow. Unique to Central Oregon, given its size, are the numerous community resources and assets that are available. Assets managed by EDCO include monthly Central Oregon PubTalks, the Stable of Experts (mentors) and the largest Angel Conference in the West, the Bend Venture Conference.

METROPOLITAN AREAS WHERE FIRST FINANCINGS ARE RISING Area

National Rank

% Change (Annualized) 2013-2017

National Rank

% Change (Annualized) 2009-2014

Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA

7.7%

No Rank

0.0%

Lexington-Fayette, KY

7.7%

7.5%

Boulder, CO

5.4%

No Rank

0.0%

Bend-Redmond, OR

5.3%

31.6%

Columbus, OH

4.7%

12.3%

Source: Startupsusa.org, April 2018. (April 1, 2010 to July 1, 2017) While the general trend shows that the total amount of startup funding is down across the country, this is not the case in Central Oregon, according to the Center for American Entrepreneurship. Deschutes County placed #4 among all U.S. metros for growth in first financings of startups from 2013-14 to 2016-17 and #3 in the preceding period. edcoinfo.com - Page 9

GROW

We partner with local traded-sector companies to help them grow and expand, offering them the very same incentives and assistance as relocation projects.

“EDCO was an instrumental part in bringing Laird Superfood to Sisters. From connecting us with key employee hires, finding available land to build our new facility, helping us secure forgivable loans with the city and county, leading us through tax incentives, EDCO went above and beyond the call of duty in support of our business. This was the determining factor in building our business in Central Oregon.” -Paul Hodge, CEO, Laird Superfood

Case Study: In November 2015 Laird Superfood started its operations with just three employees in Sisters, Oregon. Their flagship product, Laird Superfood creamer was making waves across the natural products market thanks in-part to the company’s namesake and co-founder, Laird Hamilton. The company creates clean, all natural superfood products that are sustainably grown and responsibly sourced, including coffee creamers and hydration products. Today, the company has over 80 employees and a brand new 20,000+ sq. ft. state-of-the-art campus. A recent investment from global co-working giant WeWork (now The We Company) gave the company the capital needed to continue their expansion with innovative growth plans. What started as an idea would not have been possible in Sisters without help from EDCO. Laird Superfood CEO Paul Hodge had recently moved to the Sisters community and wasn’t convinced manufacturing a globally distributed product would be possible in a city with just 2,700 residents. EDCO quickly aligned city and county leadership, state government and local support to give Laird Superfood the resources needed to launch. From incentives to land selection, workforce and development assistance, EDCO worked closely with the company, providing the necessary help for them to achieve a successful start with roots firmly planted in Sisters.

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WORKFORCE

#2 FASTEST JOB GROWTH IN THE U.S. - BLS, 2017

MANUFACTURING EMPLOYMENT GROWTH (2010-2016) U.S.

7.2%

Oregon

19%

Deschutes County

57%

Redmond

81%

Source: State of Oregon Employment Department, 2019

Private sector employment growth in the region was 26% higher than Oregon’s average over the last 10 years, and is projected to grow by 18% - Business Oregon’s Regional Competitive Industry Analysis, 2016 through 2024.

Workforce Development Internships provide students with real work experience 200 Successful Interships Placed Since Launch Four years in the making, Youth CareerConnect is a collaborative regional effort connecting high school and college students with employers for internships that benefit both. Four organizations lead local programs with dedicated staff including Chambers of Commerce in Bend, Madras and Prineville, as well as EDCO in Redmond and Sisters. With significant financial and organizational support from non-profits Better Together and East Cascades Works, 120 businesses signed up to host interns with 257 students competing for the positions during the 2018-19 school year. Stories of how both young adults and local employers are being transformed in the process are truly inspirational. To get involved, visit: youthcareerconnect.org.

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DELIVERING WHAT IS EXPECTED

DESCHUTES COUNTY

COUNTY RECEIVING MOST INVESTMENT IN OREGON

“Bend enjoys a truly collaborative environment. Everyone is not only supportive of each other, but excited to see one another grow. We share the same trails, rivers and slopes and ultimately share a similar vision to help Bend succeed.” Scott Allan GM, Hydro Flask

-SMARTASSET, 2019

The combination of a collaborative culture, a supportive attitude among government and economic development agencies, plus a location that attracts talent and investment all help Central Oregon compete nationally.

INCOMING INVESTMENT BY COUNTY IN OREGON New Building Federal GDP Growth Permits Funding (millions) (per 1,000 homes) (per capita)

Incoming Investment Index

Rank

County

Business Growth

Deschutes

11.1%

$1,181

26.5

$333

63.28

Multnomah

6.1%

$4,816

15.0

$898

48.53

Washington

5.9%

$2,728

14.8

$404

46.22

Clackamas

5.1%

$2,081

15.0

$646

45.23

Crook

3.7%

$90

10.5

$389

36.95

Jefferson

3.1%

$66

5.7

$198

30.57

Oregon Totals

1.7%

$613

6.9

$342

Source: SmartAsset, 2019

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TRANSPORTATION Average Commute Times

AIR

32.8 min

30.9 min

30 min

27.5 min

26.1 min

25.3 min

20 min

15.3 min

10 min

Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM; www.flyrdm.com) provides commercial air service with 26 daily round-trip flights to Denver, Los Angeles, Mesa, Phoenix, Portland, Salt Lake City, San Francisco, Chicago, Las Vegas, and Seattle via six carriers (Alaska, Allegiant, American, Delta, Sun Country Airlines, and United).

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21 minutes each way, saving the average worker over one work week per year! Source: Census.gov 2019

Travel Time & Distance by Car BEND, OR

RAIL

PORTLAND, OR

153 miles 3 hours, 13 minutes

OLYMPIA, WA

269 miles 4 hours, 55 minutes

Burlington Northern-Santa Fe (BNSF), Union Pacific (UPRR) and the City of Prineville Railway (COPR) provide

SEATTLE, WA

328 miles 5 hours, 45 minutes

173 miles 3 hours, 22 minutes

BOISE, ID

317 miles 5 hours, 19 minutes

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

direct connections for shipping to any market in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

MEDFORD, OR

491 miles 7 hours, 54 minutes

LOS ANGELES, CA

821 miles 12 hours, 39 minutes

Travel Time By Air REDMOND, OR

FREIGHT

PORTLAND, OR

RDM

40 min

SEATTLE, WA SALT LAKE CITY, UT

1 hour

1 hour, 30 minutes

LAS VEGAS, NV

U.S. Highways 97 and 20 are two of the state’s major trucking routes, with access to major metro areas with connections to Interstate 5 (N-S) and Interstate 84 (E-W).

SAN FRANCISCO, CA 1 hour, 40 minutes

1 hour, 43 minutes

DENVER, CO

LOS ANGELES, CA 2 hour, 10 minutes

2 hours, 15 minutes

CHICAGO, IL

PHOENIX & MESA, AZ 2 hour, 25 minutes

3 hours, 40 minutes

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SERVICES & INFRASTRUCTURE

UTILITIES Because most of our region has been built new in the past two decades, our telecommunications infrastructure is one of the Northwest’s most technologically advanced, meeting business and telecommuting requirements for capacity, redundancy and reliability.

EDUCATION Central Oregon is well-recognized for its high level of education, with some of the best K-12 public schools in the nation. In 2018, the Bend-La Pine school district’s average SAT scores surpassed the national average by over 100 points. Additionally, our higher education opportunities abound. From Oregon State University-Cascades ongoing expansion, to Central Oregon Community College’s four campuses in the region, there are opportunities for all to obtain a quality education.

HEALTHCARE Top quality healthcare is one of Central Oregon’s crown jewels. St. Charles Health System is the largest healthcare provider in the region, and is also the largest employer with over 4,400 employees across the tri-county area. A network of more than 100 clinics and specialty practices further support the community.

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Rank 2019 2018

TOP EMPLOYERS CENTRAL OREGON RANKED IN THE NATION FOR GDP GROWTH AT

8.1%

- Bureau of Economic Analysis, 2016

2018 Central Oregon Industry Composition Trade, Transportation, & Utilities

18%

Education & Health Services

16% 15%

Leisure & Hospitality

13%

Total All Government Professional & Business Services

11% 8%

Manufacturing

Construction Financial Activities

Other Services

Information

Natural Resources & Mining

2019 Central Oregon Largest 50 Private Employers

Source: State of Oregon Employment Department, 2019

According to the Oregon Employment Department, 78% of Oregon establishments have nine or fewer employees and the average private establishment employs 11 people. Still, a number of large employers operate successfully here, tapping into Central Oregon’s ever-expanding workforce, the overall low cost of doing business and business-friendly local governments. This year, the top 50 private companies collectively employ more than 22,000 Central Oregonians, or roughly 22.5% of the region’s current total employment.

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1 3 4 2 6 5 7 NL 10 8 9 11 12 15 16 18 37 19 13 14 20 NL 17 22 23 25 27 T-28 26 32 33 36 32 T-38 31 43 41 T-38 30 40 T-49 42 45 46 48 47 51 T-49 44 NL

Employees 2019

2018

St. Charles Health System regional 4,447 4,183 1,138 986 Bright Wood Corporation Les Schwab regional 1,080 926 Sunriver Resort 1,000 1,100 975 840 Mt. Bachelor 853 878 Safeway regional 667 628 Fred Meyer regional -609 Rosendin Electric 587 538 Summit Medical Group 536 615 McDonald’s regional IBEX 480 540 PCC Schlosser 465 450 400 440 Consumer Cellular 385 361 Lonza, formerly Bend Research 375 360 Black Butte Ranch 350 339 Costco 350 201 Facebook 341 303 Mosaic Medical Opportunity Foundation 335 381 JELD-WEN Windows and Doors 315 375 300 300 Eagle Crest, Aimbridge Hospitality 300 150 Pronghorn Resort 296 340 Deschutes Brewery 280 280 BendBroadband/TDS Telecom 280 275 Brasada Ranch G5 278 258 274 252 The Center (Ortho/Neuro) 270 250 Contact Industries 251 254 Bi-Mart regional Epic Air 250 230 243 223 PacificSource 235 210 Keith Manufacturing Co. 220 220 Riverhouse on the Deschutes Tetherow 220 200 216 236 10 Barrel Brewing Co. 210 182 Medline ReNewal 203 191 First Interstate Bank Athletic Club of Bend 200 200 199 237 Navis Touchmark at Mt. Bachelor Village 196 196 190 150 Target 186 190 Neighbor Impact regional Indian Head Casino 180 180 174 174 J Bar J Youth Services 170 157 High Lakes Health Care regional Sunriver Owners Association 165 162 Rebound Physical Therapy regional 157 144 Sunriver Brewing Company regional 155 150 Ray’s Food Place regional 150 181 142 121 Western Heavy Haul & SMAF

NL = Not Listed T = Tied

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FOUNDATIONS OF CENTRAL OREGON’S ECONOMY

BREW (Craft Brewing, Distilling and Fermentation) •

Central Oregon is home to breweries, both big and small, with Deschutes Brewery topping the list, brewing over 339,000 barrels in 2017

•

33 breweries, 4 cideries and 10 distilleries in the region

•

Bend has more breweries per capita than Portland, Oregon!

•

With nearly 77,000 visitors a week and 4.5 million visitors a year, it’s safe to say this is a region that really knows (and loves) its craft beer - Brewers Association, 2017, Oregon Brewers Guild, 2017, Forbes, 2016

#1 BEST CRAFT

#2 LARGEST HOP

-MATADOR NETWORK, 2016

-OREGON BREWERS GUILD, 2017

BEER TOWNS IN AMERICA

GROWING STATE

BREWERIES PER CAPITA IN THE U.S. -C&R RESEARCH, 2019

BIO (Pharmacuetical, Research and Manufacturing, Medical Devices, and Bioscience Software) Producing everything from titanium implants to cutting edge research in new drug treatments, our bioscience industry has been experiencing double-digit year-over-year employment growth for the past several years. Quietly, Central Oregon’s bioscience industry has grown to more than 30 companies employing 3,000 people. The region’s lifestyle has proven capable of attracting world-class technical and science talent that purposely moves here and stays.

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FOUNDATIONS OF CENTRAL OREGON’S ECONOMY

REC (Outdoor Gear & Apparel) •

The region is home to a diverse array of outdoor product companies, with some of the best-known names in the industry calling Central Oregon home

•

100+ outdoor industry product companies

•

Home to the Oregon Outdoor Alliance (OOA) and Oregon’s Office of Outdoor recreation, both of which are dedicated to connecting & cultivating Oregon’s outdoor industry

•

The country’s first dedicated startup accelerator for the outdoor industry, Bend Outdoor Worx, is located in Bend

•

The country’s only four-year degree for outdoor product development at OSU-Cascades

•

Home to Bend Outdoor Worx BreakOut, the only early-stage funding event in the U.S. focused solely on outdoor product companies

BEST

MULTI-SPORT TOWN IN THE U.S. - OUTSIDE MAGAZINE, 2017

TECH (Software, Electronics, IT & Data Centers, and Renewable/Alternative Energy) •

Including software companies, electronics manufacturers, alternative/energy services, and data centers, the region has over 130 tech companies employing nearly 2,000 people

•

Five dozen software companies call the region home (with most headquartered here)

•

“Bend hosts a growing tech sector, which should see the gains from the development of local talent through Oregon State University-Cascades.” - The Milken Institute 2017 Best Small Cities

•

“Bend ranked #16 among U.S. metro areas for high-tech startup density.” - The Kauffman Foundation

NUMBER OF HIGHTECH INDUSTRIES -MILKEN INSTITUTE, 2017

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FOUNDATIONS OF CENTRAL OREGON’S ECONOMY

Aviation/Aerospace (Aircraft and related components) The production of light aircraft in Central Oregon spans back more than 30 years and over that time, 25 aircraft have moved through the process of design on paper to flight – several in scaled production. Along with these aircraft, many suppliers of specialized equipment have followed. Our region’s “special sauce” in the industry? Composite (carbon fiber) fabrication and innovation that make our OEM’s and supply chain companies unique on a national and even global scale. But it’s not all just manufacturing. We have some of the most successful flight training programs in the country with both fixed-wing and helicopter flight schools serving the global industry.

Building Products (Windows, Doors, Moldings & Specialty Products) For much of the region’s economic history, wood products manufacturing was the dominant industry employing Central Oregonians and forming the foundation for other business activity. While we’ve diversified dramatically over the past three decades, the manufacturing of products used in residential and commercial construction still plays a very important role for the region’s economy. Competing on a global scale, businesses in this industry have innovated and automated their way to becoming leaders in their respective sub-industries. The region, like Oregon in general, is salted with many specialty wood products companies including cabinet manufacturing, custom furniture and even our own cluster of musical instrument businesses.

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FOUNDATIONS OF CENTRAL OREGON’S ECONOMY

Automotive Make no mistake, we’re not the next Detroit of auto manufacturing. We are, however, home to a number of innovative companies in the automotive sector. Les Schwab Tire Centers, with its headquarters in Bend and several million square feet of distribution in Prineville, is just one example. Founded in Central Oregon in 1950, Les Schwab has grown to one of the largest independent tire retailers in the U.S. Meanwhile, German-based Daimler is growing its presence in the U.S. with a state-of-the art truck proving grounds in Madras. A host of small but successful specialty automotive companies call the region home, making everything from race car fuel tanks and push rods to performance components for trucks, motorcycles and propulsion systems.

Advanced Manufacturing Somewhat of a catch-all for a number of established and emerging companies in a widely diverse set of sectors, the region has dozens of manufacturers that are leaders among their peers. Specialties include metal fabrication, precision machining, Swiss machining, industrial coatings, 3-D metal printing, materials conveying systems and technology, and clean room design and manufacturing.

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LIFESTYLE Central Oregon is blessed with a rare mix of city amenities and restful isolation. It offers the slower speed of a small town with a medical community and infrastructure not normally seen in a region of its size. Additionally, Central Oregon residents maintain a work/life balance that is difficult to achieve elsewhere.

#1 SMALL CITIES

BEST

PLACES TO LIVE ON

$55,000

FOR BUSINESS AND CAREERS

BEST PERFORMING SMALL CITY THREE YEARS IN A ROW! -MILKEN INSTITUTE, 2016, 2017 & 2018

-FORBES, 2016

#8 BEST

-SMARTASSET, 2017

#14 WORLD’S BEST

BEST

MULTI-SPORT TOWN

PLACES TO LIVE IN THE U.S.

SKI TOWNS

-NEW YORK POST, 2016

-NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC, 2017

-OUTDOOR MAGAZINE, 2017

30 Golf Courses

Miles and miles of trails

Thriving Arts & Culture Scene

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33 Breweries & counting

300 Days of Sunshine

ABOUT EDCO EDCO Platinum Members

Founded in 1981, EDCO is a non-profit corporation supported by private and public members and stakeholders. Our mission is to create a balanced and diversified economy with a strong base of middle-class jobs in Central Oregon. To do this, we focus on helping companies do the following:

MOVE. We guide employers outside the region through the relocation process as a resource for regional data, incentives, talent, site selection, and more.

START. We mentor and advise scalable young companies from concept to exit on issues such as access to capital, critical expertise and business strategy.

GROW. We partner with local traded-sector companies to help them grow and expand. EDCO’S RESULTS

Fiscal Year 2018 - 2019 2017 - 2018 2016 - 2017 2015 - 2016 2014 - 2015 2013 - 2014 Totals

Companies

Jobs (New & Retained)

New Capital Investment

23 28 44 36 35 30 196

240 240 776 266 594 590 2,706

$58.4 million $192.6 million $600.5 million $24.2 million $102.6 million $210.9 million $1.189 billion

EDCO’S Funding Sources

Additional information available at EDCOINFO.COM

40%

Public Contracts

33%

Private Members

Other

• Upcoming networking events, luncheons, conferences, and more • EDCO Info Hub: current comprehensive data for Central Oregon • Stable of Experts: a network of seasoned professionals with a passion for start-ups and small businesses

24%

Earned Revenue

AmeriTitle BendTel Cascade Natural Gas Central Electric Cooperative, Inc. Central Oregon Community College City of Bend City of La Pine City of Madras / Jefferson County City of Prineville / Crook County City of Redmond City of Sisters Combined Communications Deschutes County First Interstate Bank Mid Oregon Credit Union OSU-Cascades Pacific Power River Bend Capital Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt SGA CPA’s & Consultants St. Charles Health Systems U.S. Bank

• Success stories from regional businesses

• Business news on EDCO’s blog

EDCO Contact Information Regional Office (Bend)

Redmond

Prineville/Crook County

Sisters

Sunriver/La Pine

CEO: Roger Lee

Sr. Director: Jon Stark

Director: Kelsey Lucas

Director: Caprielle Lewis

16345 Sixth Street

705 SW Bonnett Way,

411 SW 9th Street,

510 SE Lynn Blvd.

520 E Cascade Street

La Pine, OR 97739

Ste. #1000

Ste. #203

Prineville, OR 97754

Sisters, OR 97759

541.536.1432

Bend, OR 97702

Redmond, OR 97756

541.233.2015

541.977.5683

541.388.3236

541.923.5223

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