🚨 Redmond Woman Arrested After Attempted Vehicle Assault and Barricade at Shepherds House

Issue #079

21 Feb

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In this Issue of C.O. Local BUZZ…

🤔Local Trivia

🌄 Bend, OR Weather

📰 Local News - What’s a Happening?

📰 Waiting for Help: A family’s plea to Deschutes County’s Crisis Team after what they believe was too slow a response

🐶😺🤝Humane Society of Central Oregon announces Amber Kostoff as new executive director

🗳️ Golf Cart Fleet Focus Of Early Campaign For Deschutes Co. Sheriff

🚨 Redmond Woman Arrested After Attempted Vehicle Assault and Barricade at Shepherds House

📰 New Deschutes Co. Landfill Location In Homestretch

🤝 Community News

📰 Sisters Civic Leadership Academy: Empowering Future Community Leaders

😁 MEME of the Day

📅 Lots of Events

🐶 Pet of the Week - Meet Brienne 💖 from The Rawley Project

 

How many acres does Shevlin Park encompass?

A) 500 acres

B) 1000 acres

C) 650 acres

D) 850 acres

👇Find the Answer at the end of the Newletter👇

BEND

Waiting for Help: A family’s plea to Deschutes County’s Crisis Team after what they believe was too slow a response

Bend, OR - A family in Bend, Oregon, criticized the slow response time of Deschutes County's Community Crisis Response Team (CCRT) after it took nearly two hours to assist their son in a mental health crisis, leading Bend High School to lock its doors. The 22-year-old man, experiencing psychosis, was handcuffed by police upon their arrival. Concerns over the delayed response echoed within the community, with one concern being the response time. CCRT Supervisor Nicole Von Laven defended their average response time of 27.3 minutes, citing various factors like weather. The CCRT aims to provide appropriate care without resorting to hospitalization or incarceration. The patient is undergoing treatment at St. Charles Bend Hospital, with no release date specified.

Humane Society of Central Oregon announces Amber Kostoff as new executive director

Bend, OR – The Humane Society of Central Oregon is thrilled to announce the appointment of Amber Kostoff as its new executive director. With over a decade of leadership experience in animal welfare and a passion for the mission of HSCO, Amber brings a wealth of expertise and enthusiasm to the organization.

Amber began her career in animal welfare a decade ago, most recently serving as the executive director of MCPAWS in McCall, Idaho, since 2017. She brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience, not only in animal sheltering, but also public veterinary practices and thrift store operations.

Amber strongly believes that all people have a right to experience the benefits that pets bring to our lives. She considers it an honor and a privilege to continue to devote her professional career to enabling these positive relationships and improving the quality of life for pets and the people who love them throughout the communities of Central Oregon.

Ms. Kostoff received her B.A. in Political Science from Utah State University in 2004 and her M.S. in Natural Resources from the University of Idaho in 2013 and is a Certified Animal Welfare Administrator (CAWA). She was the Executive Director of MCPAWS Regional Animal Shelter in McCall, ID.

"I am honored and excited to join the Humane Society of Central Oregon as Executive Director, " said Amber Kostoff. "The well-being of animals and their people is something that I am deeply committed to, so this role is a perfect fit for me. I'm eager to work alongside HSCO's dedicated staff, volunteers, and supporters to further our mission of promoting the welfare of animals and strengthening the human-animal bond in our community."

In her new role, Amber will oversee all aspects of HSCO's operations, including animal care, adoption programs, community outreach, fundraising, and strategic planning. Her leadership will be instrumental in advancing HSCO's mission to provide compassionate care and find loving homes for animals in need.

"We are thrilled to welcome Amber as our new executive director," said Ken Betschart, president of HSCO’s Board of Directors. "Her passion for animal welfare, coupled with her proven leadership abilities, make her the ideal candidate to lead our organization into its next chapter of growth and impact."

Ms. Kostoff’s appointment comes at a pivotal time for HSCO as the organization continues to expand its programs and services to better serve the pets and people of Central Oregon. Under her leadership, HSCO is poised to make an even greater difference in the lives of animals in need.

Please join us in welcoming Amber Kostoff to the Humane Society of Central Oregon. Together, we look forward to building a brighter future for animals in our community.

About the Humane Society of Central Oregon:

The Humane Society of Central Oregon (HSCO) has been serving the community since 1961, and endeavors to strengthen the human-animal bond by advocating and compassionately caring for animals. HSCO is a Socially Conscious Shelter that strives to ensure the best possible outcomes for homeless companion animals in our care and the community. At the core, HSCO works in collaboration with partners and the community to support the individual needs of people and their pets by providing access to thoughtful resources and services to improve the welfare of all vulnerable animals. Learn more about HSCO by visiting hsco.org.

Golf Cart Fleet Focus Of Early Campaign For Deschutes Co. Sheriff

by Heather Roberts KBND

BEND, OR -- The purchase of a fleet of golf carts has taken center stage in the campaign for Deschutes County Sheriff.

Sgt. Kent Vander Kamp talked with the Redmond Kiwanis earlier this month about what he considers runaway spending, "Golf carts have been a hot topic at my office for the last six months.

I don’t have an explanation as to what we’re doing with five golf carts." He went on to say, "I know that we use one at the fair. All five of them are now sitting in a container in a lot somewhere. I don’t know why we bought those." Answering questions about the agency's budget, he told the group, "You turn around and buy five golf carts and slurpee machine with taxpayer money, I can’t justify - I can’t explain that. The big thing is going to be getting our spending back in line. We need to stop spending because we see shiny things." Click HERE to watch Vander Kamp's full presentation.

Captain William Bailey tells KBND News he didn’t order the golf carts, but believes they’re a reasonable investment for the agency now in charge of security at the fairgrounds, "The fair is growing; the fairgrounds and the use of the fair is growing.

Not only do we have the fair, we have the music festival this past summer. There was another festival that was there this last summer. It’s getting bigger. They’re going to be adding more events, more people."

DCSO borrowed two golf carts its first year of fair security, in 2022. But Bailey says they didn’t work very well, so the agency bought two for ‘23. "Having a tool to get around in 100-degree heat with a little bit of sunbreak. It was important to give the deputies the tools they needed. And the deputies were very appreciative that they had those tools to patrol the fairgrounds." He says they've since been used at the Sisters Quilt Show and La Pine Frontier Days.

Three more are on their way to expand the fleet for 2024, due to the growing fairgrounds and increased number of events, according to Bailey. All five were purchased used by the Automotive section, which Bailey does not oversee; he says he did not have any involvement in securing the fleet. The second batch of three carts were bought at about half the cost of the first two and Bailey hopes the retrofitting for deputy-use will also be less expensive.

Sgt. Vander Kamp also took issue with an industrial slushie machine, which Bailey says is used at local events and to reward student achievement, "The most requested reward is slushies with the deputy sheriffs. And that’s awesome. That’s what we should want from our law enforcement. We should want them engaged and connected with the community." As Captain of the Patrol Division, Bailey says he approved that purchase after another deputy proposed the idea as a way to engage with the community. "It’s unfortunate that a slushie machine and a golf cart has become the center of an election for Sheriff," says Bailey, "But in some point, I respect that the community has questions about the tools that we’re utilizing to do our job because it is their money that we’re spending."

Both candidates take part in their first joint forum Monday, in Sunriver.

Redmond Woman Arrested After Attempted Vehicle Assault and Barricade at Shepherds House

Redmond, OR – The Redmond Police Department responded to the Shepherds House, 1350 S. Hwy 97, at approximately 6:12 a.m. today to investigate a dispute. Upon arrival officers learned a 49-year-old female attempted to strike other individuals on scene with a vehicle and threatened to arm herself with a hammer to assault others.  

As officers sought to contact the female, she attempted to flee the area. STOP sticks were successfully deployed and the vehicle was contained to the parking lot and then blocked by law enforcement. The female then barricaded herself in the vehicle and refused officer commands to surrender. CERT (Central Oregon Emergency Response Team) negotiators were called on scene but were unable to gain compliance from the female and pepper spray was deployed inside the car. After further negotiations the female was taken into custody without further incident.   

Redmond Police would like to thank Redmond Fire and Rescue for their assistance. The 49-year-old Redmond resident was lodged at the Deschutes County Jail on charges of Attempted Assault II, Assault IV, Reckless Driving, Elude and Resisting Arrest. 

New Deschutes Co. Landfill Location In Homestretch

by Mike Thomas KBND

BEND, OR -- Deschutes County is still zeroing in on a location for a new landfill as Knott Landfill is expected to reach capacity in five years.

The two final potential locations will be discussed at a meeting Tuesday, February 20th.

“Both have pluses and minuses still at this point,” Solid Waste Director Tim Brownell says both sites east of Bend present challenges and opportunities, “What we're looking at is over the next three years, there are land use review processes as well as a state permitting process with the Department of Environmental Quality. So, it's not a fast process and there will be many public hearings.”.

After an 18-month search, the Solid Waste Advisory Committee is near the finish line to select a location. “We're going to do an in-depth review at that meeting of all the different elements that were researched on the two sites. Then in the March meeting, we'll go into a lot of conversation answering questions both from the public and the SWAC members. We wanted to move through this committee by the end of April and then it'll take two months or so for the board of county commissioners to do their review, hold their public hearings and for them to make a selection, ideally by the end of June.”

He tells KBND News one site would be cheaper to build but more expensive to operate, and the other, vice versa.

Estimates put the cost between $36-million and $64-million to develop, and another $8-million to $9-million to maintain.

Sisters Civic Leadership Academy: Empowering Future Community Leaders

 

Sisters, OR - This spring, the City of Sisters is teaming up with Citizens4Community to introduce the Sisters Civic Leadership Academy, a pioneering initiative aimed at nurturing a diverse cadre of future leaders for Sisters' local committees, boards, and organizations.

The Academy, a novel civic leadership training model, seeks to cultivate a broader and more robust pool of talented individuals primed to steer the community forward. Applications for the inaugural session of the Academy are now open to community members over 16 years of age residing within the Sisters School District boundary or Camp Sherman. Interested individuals can find more information and apply at citizens4community.com/academy. The deadline for applications is March 15th.

"We are thrilled to be bringing this impactful, proven model to Sisters Country," remarked Jordan Wheeler, Sisters City Manager. "Our community is rich in talent, but we know that much of it remains untapped. We’re excited to help bring new voices and perspectives into local decision-making and leadership positions."

The Academy, facilitated by experts from Portland State University’s National Policy Consensus Center (NPCC), will commence on April 15th, offering participants a comprehensive curriculum focused on essential leadership skills tailored to the unique context of Sisters Country.

Kellen Klein, Executive Director of Citizens4Community, highlighted the program's commitment to inclusivity: "We don’t want financial, physical, or other barriers to get in the way of anyone’s participation." Thanks to generous support from regional philanthropic organizations like the Ford Family Foundation and the Roundhouse Foundation, the Academy will offer various accommodations, including complimentary meals, free on-site childcare, transportation stipends, translation services, and ADA-accessible meeting locations.

The Academy's agenda spans a six-week period, during which participants will delve into local government operations, refine their collaboration and community engagement techniques, and undertake a group project focused on a topic of local significance. Ultimately, participants will present their findings and recommendations to the Sisters City Council, contributing directly to the community's ongoing development.

"The Sisters Civic Leadership Academy presents an exciting opportunity for individuals to step into the realm of civic engagement with confidence," emphasized Kerry Prosser, Assistant City Manager of Sisters. "We encourage all interested community members to seize this chance to play an active role in shaping the future of Sisters."

For those eager to embark on a transformative journey of leadership development and community impact, the window of opportunity is now open. Apply today and join the ranks of tomorrow's leaders in Sisters Country.

For further information about the Sisters Civic Leadership Academy, please contact:

**Kerry Prosser**

Assistant City Manager, City of Sisters

City Manager’s Office

Direct: 541-323-5213 | City Hall: 541-549-6022

For press inquiries, please contact:

**Kellen Klein**

Executive Director, Citizens4Community

Office: (541) 203-0527 | Cell: (425) 260-8411

 

Upcoming Events

What’s Up Central Oregon

Suttle Lodge Winter Beer Festival, taking place Friday, February 23rd through Sunday February 25th, 2024

Tickets are now on sale for the fifth annual Suttle Lodge Winter Beer Festival, taking place Friday, February 23rd through Sunday February 25th, 2024, benefitting CASA of Central Oregon. Set under the snow dusted pines in the Deschutes National Forest, on the shore of Suttle Lake, The Suttle Lodge Winter Beer Festival is a one-of-a-kind Bavarian-inspired outdoor festival featuring 25+ craft breweries, cozy winter lodge vibes and more.

Each day of the festival from 12pm-5pm, the 6 cabins in Suttle Lodge’s Rustic Village will be transformed into Rifugio Huts in the tradition of backcountry ski culture that Central Oregon is known for, serving new seasonal and limited release craft beers from all around the Pacific Northwest and beyond. The Lodge itself will be open for all festival attendees to enjoy as well, with comfy seating and a special food menu from Chef Ariel Dyer. The complete list of participating breweries will be announced in January, but beer fans can prepare to see their favorite local breweries represented, as well as a choice selection of destination-worthy out-of-state brews, like Jester King from Texas, Aslan Brewing from Bellingham, and Pure Project from San Diego. Those looking for a little extra can purchase the festival’s VIP ticket experience, which includes access to a VIP Cabin serving reserve beers and spirits, tasty snacks and more.

Single Day and Weekend Pass tickets are available with GA and VIP options, ranging from $55-$215 per person. Discounted event entry for designated drivers is $10 per day or $25 for the weekend, and kids have free entry, with plenty of hot cocoa and warm apple cider to enjoy. Well-behaved dogs on leashes are also welcome.

A portion of the proceeds from the 2024 Suttle Lodge Winter Beer Festival will be donated to CASA of Central Oregon, a nonprofit organization that recruits, trains and supports volunteers who advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children in the court system. CASA volunteers work within the courts in collaboration with key agencies, legal counsel and community resources to ensure that every child in foster care in Central Oregon can transition into a safe and permanent home.

Wednesday February 21st

About Leadbetter and Moore @ McMenamins 6:00PM-8:00PM

Blake Lowrey-Evans @ Crosscut Warming Hut No 5 6:00PM-8:00PM

Deschutes Land Trust Nature Nights @ Tower Theatre 7:00PM-8:30PM 

Thursday February 22nd

Page to Screen Trivia Roundabout Books 900 NW Mt. Washington Drive #110 Bend 6:30PM

Full Moon Nordic Nights @ Mt Bachelor 4:00PM-8:00PM

Pint Night for the Arts @ Wild Ride Brewing Prineville 5:00PM-8:00PM

Friday February 23rd

Red Chair Roundup @ Mt Bachelor 8:00AM-3:00PM

Bit(e) of Robotics for @ Deschutes Public Library By Camp Fire Central Oregon 3:15-5:15PM

DENM And Little Stranger Silver Moon Brewing 9:00PM

Saturday February 24th

80’s Dance Party @ Bevel Craft Brewing 6:00PM-9:00PM 

Winter Formal @ River’s Place 5:00PM-8PM 

Sunday February 25th

Mimosa Fest - Live, Laugh, Mimosa Volcanic Theatre Pub 11AM-3PM

Barrel Brawl 2024 Whiskey Cocktail Competition @ 10 Barrel Brewing East Side 1PM  

Winter Concert by Central Oregon Symphony @ Bend High Auditorium 2:00PM

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This week’s pet is from

The Rawley Project

Meet Brienne 💖

Meet Brienne! Brienne is a resilient young female deerhound mix with a striking brindle coat and sleek build. She is approximately 1 year old and weighs about 31lbs. Brienne's loving and affectionate nature is sure to melt your heart. She is great with other dogs, cats and kids. As a loyal companion, she is eager to shower her future forever family or BFF with boundless love and devotion. This sweet girl is ready to start her next and best adventure with you!

About The Rawley Project:

The Rawley Project is a non-profit animal protection and welfare organization with various programs.

 

 

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How many acres does Shevlin Park encompass?

A) 500 acres

B) 1000 acres

C) 650 acres

D) 850 acres

Answer: D) 850 acres

Shevlin Park spans approximately 850 acres of pristine wilderness, offering visitors a vast expanse of natural beauty to explore. This large area includes forests, meadows, and the picturesque Tumalo Creek, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

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