Bend Hosts Online Open House for Aune Safety and Connectivity Project

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Bend, Oregon is hosting a three-week online open house for the Aune Safety and Connectivity Project, which aims to improve driving safety, walking, and biking in the southern end of the city's core area. The open house will present proposed designs for streets and intersections, including Aune Street, Scott Street, Second Street, Miller Street, and Third Street up to Burnside Avenue. The project is funded through a voter-approved transportation bond, city capital funds, and a state safety grant.

Why it matters

The Aune Safety and Connectivity Project is part of Bend's broader efforts to enhance multimodal transportation and connectivity, especially between the Old Mill District and East Bend. Improving safety and accessibility for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists is a key priority for the growing Central Oregon city.

The details

The online open house will be open from April 16 to May 4, 2026, allowing community members to review the proposed street and intersection designs and provide feedback. The project aims to make driving safer while also improving the experience for walkers and cyclists in the area.

• The online open house will be held from April 16 to May 4, 2026.
• The project is funded through the voter-approved 2020 Transportation GO Bond, city Capital Improvement Program funding, and an Oregon Department of Transportation ARTS (All Roads Transportation Safety) program grant.

What’s next

After the online open house, the city will review public feedback and finalize the proposed designs for the Aune Safety and Connectivity Project.