@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialNew audit reveals that parking rules and lot-width mandates could be driving up housing costs in Sisters, sparking a debate on community priorities versus affordability.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialNew state legislation is reshaping housing decisions, shifting many reviews from public hearings to staff-level approvals, raising concerns about community input.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialExciting changes in Sisters could pave the way for duplexes, triplexes, and even tiny homes to support workforce housing!
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialThe City of Sisters is taking bold steps to tackle housing shortages by launching a comprehensive Development Code audit that aligns with new state laws.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialSisters City Council is set to discuss a significant 318-acre urban growth boundary expansion on October 14, a move that could reshape the future of the community!
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialThe city forester warns of alarming tree health declines linked to drought and beetle pressures, highlighting the urgent need for targeted thinning and potential state assistance.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialThe Sisters fire district has completed over 300 home assessments, relying heavily on dedicated volunteers, but new technology could revolutionize their approach to tackling high-risk properties.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialCouncilors are torn on enforcing new fire safety codes, but one thing is clear: prioritizing the 0–5-foot defensible-space zone could save homes from devastating fires.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialMayor Jennifer Lutz is leading a groundbreaking initiative to enhance wildfire resilience in Sisters, urging for immediate focus on defensible-space measures that could save homes and lives.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialSisters' council is rallying for a $1M grant to build a massive 2.2 million-gallon reservoir, a project set to boost water resilience and support local growth!
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialCouncil members are tackling the dual crises of houselessness and emergency preparedness, revealing critical updates and funding challenges ahead of a key presentation on Sept. 23.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialIn the wake of alarming regional hacks, local utilities are ramping up cybersecurity by isolating critical control systems from the public internet and implementing robust VPN protections.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialThe clock is ticking for Sisters, Oregon, as a crucial urban growth boundary amendment faces delays that could cost the city dearly if not approved by year-end!
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