"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." Margaret Mead
Welcome!
The Orchard District Neighborhood Association was recognized by the City Council June 5th of 2002, becoming Bend's third neighborhood association. Neighborhood Associations were created by the City of Bend to facilitate the flow of information and services between the City and its residents.
Neighborhood Associations regularly receive and distribute information from the City of Bend, Deschutes County, and the Bend Park and Recreation District; on topics such as land use, traffic safety, and development news. Neighborhood Associations also have direct contact with City staff and council. Residents can learn about process through a Neighborhood Association and follow city protocol to express opinions.
Each Neighborhood Association is a voluntary association of residents and / or businesses, recognized by the City and created to provide opportunities to focus on: crime prevention, community gardens, clean-up projects, traffic safety issues, sidewalk improvements, bicycle access ways, trails and parks, noxious weed abatement, fire protection plans, and more. Whether its parks, recreational trails, traffic concerns, transportation, or what construction project is proposed on the corner, collective voices from a Neighborhood Association can make a change and have positive influence.
Orchard District Neighborhood Association (ODNA) encourages residents to come together to invest in the long-term livability of our neighborhood, community, and city.
Become an active part of the Orchard District Neighborhood Association, please attend a board meeting or our annual General Membership meeting, or drop us an email and get involved. Be that collective voice for Bend’s East side. Help plan for the long term benefit of our community.
If you live, operate a business, or own property in our neighborhood, we invite you to become a member. There are no dues or fees; it's all about neighbors helping to improve the neighborhood. We welcome you to the Orchard District neighborhood!
Orchard District Neighborhood, Board of Directors
Neighborhood Associations regularly receive and distribute information from the City of Bend, Deschutes County, and the Bend Park and Recreation District; on topics such as land use, traffic safety, and development news. Neighborhood Associations also have direct contact with City staff and council. Residents can learn about process through a Neighborhood Association and follow city protocol to express opinions.
Each Neighborhood Association is a voluntary association of residents and / or businesses, recognized by the City and created to provide opportunities to focus on: crime prevention, community gardens, clean-up projects, traffic safety issues, sidewalk improvements, bicycle access ways, trails and parks, noxious weed abatement, fire protection plans, and more. Whether its parks, recreational trails, traffic concerns, transportation, or what construction project is proposed on the corner, collective voices from a Neighborhood Association can make a change and have positive influence.
Orchard District Neighborhood Association (ODNA) encourages residents to come together to invest in the long-term livability of our neighborhood, community, and city.
Become an active part of the Orchard District Neighborhood Association, please attend a board meeting or our annual General Membership meeting, or drop us an email and get involved. Be that collective voice for Bend’s East side. Help plan for the long term benefit of our community.
If you live, operate a business, or own property in our neighborhood, we invite you to become a member. There are no dues or fees; it's all about neighbors helping to improve the neighborhood. We welcome you to the Orchard District neighborhood!
Orchard District Neighborhood, Board of Directors
Hello Neighbors,
Hello Neighbors,
What an exciting time in our Neighborhood! We have several ongoing programs that continue to grow and new projects that will benefit our community. We have been working diligently to improve and innovate our communication with neighbors and using the results of our surveys, implement action on the most important issues facing our neighborhood.
Lets Pull Together mobilizes hundreds of volunteers at dozens of locations throughout Deschutes County removing noxious weeds such as Knapweed and Dalmatian Toadflax from city and county easements, national forestland, private, school, park and irrigation district properties. This annual event educates the public about these invasive plants and creates awareness for the ongoing battle against invasive species.Thanks to your support, our event has grown exponentially since its inception as a Bend city wide endeavor in 2003. We expanded including all of Deschutes County in 2004, and in 2006 we were joined by Jefferson and Crook Counties. In 2008 the project was joined by Jackson and Klamath Counties. In 2014 we were joined by Benton, Linn and Polk Counties. We hope that we can count on your continued support in our battle against invasive species.
Now in its 15th year, our Good Samaritan Assistance Program has grown immensely. This program is represented by fellow Neighborhood Associations and volunteers throughout the City. Volunteers in this program are matched with neighbors in need of assistance in shoveling snow from sidewalks, running simple errands, and other tasks that are needed. Our hope is that if we can help a few of our neighbors live at home with dignity we are all a good deal better off for it and it’s not a major commitment, as fifteen minutes of a volunteer’s time goes a long way in making helping an elderly neighbor stay safe. As well, it also provides us valuable information in identifying neighbors in our neighborhood who may need checking in on or assistance in the event of a disaster.
Franklins Corner Community Garden. This highly visible community garden is entirely ADA accessible and was built entirely by volunteers. It will benefit local schools and neighbors and meets the focus points of the Bend 2030 vision plan. The garden plots are used by neighbors including low income, veterans, and those with limited mobility.
We continue to work to inform our neighbors about important information regarding the neighborhood through multiple media outlets. Our electronic newsletter is sent out to subscribers and contains information regarding upcoming events and items of interest. You can subscribe from our website. You can also find us on Facebook and twitter.
As always, thank you all for your continued participation and involvement in our neighborhood,
What an exciting time in our Neighborhood! We have several ongoing programs that continue to grow and new projects that will benefit our community. We have been working diligently to improve and innovate our communication with neighbors and using the results of our surveys, implement action on the most important issues facing our neighborhood.
Lets Pull Together mobilizes hundreds of volunteers at dozens of locations throughout Deschutes County removing noxious weeds such as Knapweed and Dalmatian Toadflax from city and county easements, national forestland, private, school, park and irrigation district properties. This annual event educates the public about these invasive plants and creates awareness for the ongoing battle against invasive species.Thanks to your support, our event has grown exponentially since its inception as a Bend city wide endeavor in 2003. We expanded including all of Deschutes County in 2004, and in 2006 we were joined by Jefferson and Crook Counties. In 2008 the project was joined by Jackson and Klamath Counties. In 2014 we were joined by Benton, Linn and Polk Counties. We hope that we can count on your continued support in our battle against invasive species.
Now in its 15th year, our Good Samaritan Assistance Program has grown immensely. This program is represented by fellow Neighborhood Associations and volunteers throughout the City. Volunteers in this program are matched with neighbors in need of assistance in shoveling snow from sidewalks, running simple errands, and other tasks that are needed. Our hope is that if we can help a few of our neighbors live at home with dignity we are all a good deal better off for it and it’s not a major commitment, as fifteen minutes of a volunteer’s time goes a long way in making helping an elderly neighbor stay safe. As well, it also provides us valuable information in identifying neighbors in our neighborhood who may need checking in on or assistance in the event of a disaster.
Franklins Corner Community Garden. This highly visible community garden is entirely ADA accessible and was built entirely by volunteers. It will benefit local schools and neighbors and meets the focus points of the Bend 2030 vision plan. The garden plots are used by neighbors including low income, veterans, and those with limited mobility.
We continue to work to inform our neighbors about important information regarding the neighborhood through multiple media outlets. Our electronic newsletter is sent out to subscribers and contains information regarding upcoming events and items of interest. You can subscribe from our website. You can also find us on Facebook and twitter.
As always, thank you all for your continued participation and involvement in our neighborhood,