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We’re pleased to showcase the ribbon-cutting ceremony held on April 30, 2025, at Evergreen Oculofacial Plastic Surgery! They offer surgical and non-surgical enhancements for eyelid and face, both cosmetic and medical. They use the only UltraClear laser in Central Oregon, the most cutting-edge technology in laser resurfacing. For more informations visit: https://www.evergreenops.com/ Contact: 541.585.0505 If you are a Chamber member and would like to talk about holding a ribbon cutting, please contact Kathleen Quinney, Events and Admin Coordinator, kathleen@bendchamber.org. The Chamber will provide materials, photos and a short video and will promote your ribbon cutting on social media and our website.

We’re pleased to showcase the ribbon-cutting ceremony held on April 23, 2025, for Bleu Bite Catering’s new location. After 24 years in business, they have built a brand-new building.  Bleu Bite’s goal is to provide an overall stand out experience for clients and their guests through delicious food, stellar services and creative presentation. For more informations visit: https://bleubitecatering.com/ Contact: (541) 388-1104  ### If you are a Chamber member and would like to talk about holding a ribbon cutting, please contact Kathleen Quinney, Events and Admin Coordinator, kathleen@bendchamber.org. The Chamber will provide materials, photos and a short video and will promote your ribbon cutting on social media and our website.

In anticipation of the upcoming changes to the Transportation Utility Fee (TUF), the City hosted a business roundtable to share updates about the project and answer questions from the business community. Key takeaways for businesses are as follows: Action Items for Business Review your current utility bill to see your SQ FT – This will apply to Phase 2 rates Make sure you have an active business registration Ensure all business locations are listed on your active registration Can check NAICS on your active business registration at: http://arcg.is/1qKayi2 Can email transportationfee@bendoregon.gov for assistance Review draft fee schedule and what bin you would be placed in at www.bendoregon.gov/transportation-fee If desired, you can provide comment to Council transportationfee@bendoregon.gov or at the public hearing After July 1, 2025, look at your bill to see your Phase 2 charges You can file an appeal if needed Appeals forms available here: https://www.bendoregon.gov/services/utility-billing/utility-forms The new rates for residential and non-residential utility billing customers will have a final public hearing on Wednesday, May 7th at the City Council’s 7pm business meeting. Details on the final rate proposal can be found here, and additional supporting documents and materials here. Oral comments will be taken at the public hearing, virtually or in-person. Written comments can be sent to transportationfee@bendoregon.gov and will be provided to the City Council prior to the public hearing.

We’re pleased to showcase the ribbon-cutting ceremony held on April 29, 2025, for Mid Oregon Credit Union and their new branch in the Old Mill District. This event celebrated the opening of their eighth full-service branch and world headquarters. For more informations visit: https://www.midoregon.com/ Contact: 1-800-452-3313 ### If you are a Chamber member and would like to talk about holding a ribbon cutting, please contact Kathleen Quinney, Events and Admin Coordinator, kathleen@bendchamber.org. The Chamber will provide materials, photos and a short video and will promote your ribbon cutting on social media and our website.

Washington, D.C.— The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) announced today that the 2025 Marconi Radio Award nomination window is open through May 31. Established in 1989 and named for inventor and Nobel Prize winner Guglielmo Marconi, the Marconi Radio Awards recognize overall excellence and performance in radio.