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jefferson county profile - Economic Development for Central Oregon
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MADRAS/JEFFERSON COUNTY
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2014
JEFFERSON
COUNTY
PROFILE
Lake Billy Chinook
Set in the open expanses of the Central Oregon high desert, Jefferson County is home to vibrant
communities and prominent traded-sector businesses. The City of Madras is the closest community
in Central Oregon to the Port of Portland, offering a transportation advantage.
Jefferson County is rich in natural resources, including abundant ultra-pure water, wood
products, jetty-quality basalt and is the largest agricultural producer in Central Oregon.
The County is also home to several well established specialty manufacturers. Low-cost
utilities and a productive workforce make the area a prime location for business.
Education is important in the County. Voters have historically passed bonds and recently built the Madras campus of Central Oregon Community College, a new 600 seat
performing arts center, a new sports complex and a new K-8 school in Warm Springs.
Jefferson County is known for its livability, affordability, community spirit and rich mix of
cultures. Family fun amenities include an airshow, water and snow skiing, aquatic center,
camping, boat races, drag strip, circle track, skateboard facility and more. Homes are very affordable and community leaders welcome new businesses with their friendly “can do” attitude.
Jefferson County’s landscape offers snow-capped mountains, rivers, lakes and high desert
plains. While each of Jefferson County's five communities—Madras, Metolius, Culver, Warm
Springs and Crooked River Ranch—are unique, all share a common desire for a vibrant future.
For more information, contact:
Janet Brown, Manager
Jefferson County Economic Development
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Madras, OR 97741
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[email protected]
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Quick Reference
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Land Availability
Top Employers
Wage Information
Industry Mix
Business Costs
Employment Trends
Housing Costs
Valuations, Tax Rates
Population Growth
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Education
Utilities & Telecommunications
Health & Emergency Services
Transportation
Travel Distances
Topography & Climate
Parks & Recreation
Business Resources
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JEFFERSON COUNTY HAS AMPLE ROOM FOR BUSINESS
Jefferson County offers affordable, accessible, and diverse land choices. Entrepreneurs and business executives are invited to take a close look at the benefits of locating or expanding a business in Jefferson County. With high speed telecommunications, low cost utilities, a well-established general aviation airport, a dependable and skilled workforce and multimodal transportation services, Jefferson County is an ideal location for business enterprises. Additionally, abundant recreational opportunities make the area a great place to live. Each community is committed to supporting business with
quick permitting and custom assistance to be operational in the shortest time possible.
There are over 200 acres of flat, bare industrial and airport development zoned land in Madras, with infrastructure at or
nearby. Lot sizes range from less than an acre up to 75 acres. Industrially zoned sites are available in Jefferson County’s
five communities; Madras, Warm Springs, Metolius, Culver and Crooked River Ranch. Public and private land owners are
willing to be creative and work with business owners to move, start and grow their operations.
JEFFERSON COUNTY’S TOP EMPLOYERS
Jefferson County’s Top 30 Employers
According to the Oregon Employment Department, over
75% of firms in the State have nine or fewer employees and
the average Oregon firm employs 15 people. In Jefferson
County, large employers have operated successfully for
decades, contributing to their ever-expanding workforce,
low cost of doing business, and business-friendly local
government.
More unique are the industries represented by the County’s larger employers, which include:
 Advanced manufacturing (Keith Manufacturing,
Warm Springs Composite Products, Double Press,
Shielding International, and Earth20).
 Building products manufacturing (Bright Wood Corporation, Warm Springs Forest Products).
 Agriculture and related services (Central Oregon
Seeds, Wilbur-Ellis Agricultural Services, CHS Agricultural Services and Helena Chemical Company).
 Tribal enterprises (Indian Head Casino, Geo Visions,
Warm Springs Power, Warm Springs Telecom, KahNee-Ta, as well as Warm Springs Composite and
Warm Springs Forest Products).
Organization
Warm Springs Tribal Government
Bright Wood Corporation
Jefferson Co. School District (509J)
Warm Springs Natural Resources
Kah-Nee-Ta Resort
St. Charles Madras
Keith Manufacturing Co.
Warm Springs Forest Products
Deer Ridge Correctional Facility
Indian Head Casino
Jefferson County
Indian Health Services
Culver School District
McDonald’s – Madras
Mid-Columbia Lumber
Earth20
Erickson’s Thriftway – Madras
Helena Chemical
Crooked River Ranch
Central Oregon Seeds/Basalt Products
Warm Springs Composite Products
City of Madras
Warm Springs Geo Vision
CHS Agricultural Products & Services
Wilbur-Ellis Agricultural Services
Shielding International
Les Schwab Madras
Erickson Aero Tanker
Employment
2013 2014
800
775
647
647
435
467
400
350
126
200
221
199
170
190
176
183
182
181
166
168
152
163
90
100
86
95
48
75
30
70
60
63
60
60
44
56
54
55
53
53
45
40
36
36
35
35
33
35
30
34
28
30
23
26
16
23
Agriculture is a predominant source of income for Jefferson County and Madras is home to Oregon State University’s Central Oregon Agricultural Research Center. According to OSU’s Extension Economic Information Office, Jefferson County generated $74 million in gross farm sales in
2012, with roughly 80% in crops and 20% in livestock. The
Source: EDCO, April – June 2014.
County has over 60,000 irrigated acres in high value, specialty crops such as carrot, grass and flower seed, garlic,
and mint. Jefferson County’s vast acreages of rangeland also support livestock, primarily cattle. Consistent with Oregon’s
growth in farm products, Jefferson County has recently seen year over year increases in sales of farm and ranch commodities.
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2014 AVERAGE WAGES FOR SELECT OCCUPATIONS
Below are median hourly wages in Oregon, Washington, and California for a broad array of occupations. Wages in California are typically the highest of the three states, while Central Oregon wages are usually below those of Oregon, often
10 to 20%.
Occupation
Wage Comparison for Selected Occupations
(annual average, $ per hour)
Central
OR
OR
CA
WA
Financial Manager
Computer Systems Analyst
General & Operations Manager
Marketing Manager
Industrial Production Manager
Registered Nurse
51.12
45.27
47.09
48.22
43.85
39.01
55.14
n/a
40.30
37.01
38.35
38.66
66.62
43.92
61.62
71.52
51.19
45.87
56.42
46.20
60.15
64.56
48.38
36.71
Software Developer, Applications
Physical Therapist
Dental Hygienist
Electrical Engineer
Database Administrator
Mechanical Engineer
Network and Computer Systems Administrator
Accountant/Auditor
Police/Sheriff Patrol Officer
Lodging Manager
Electrician
Middle School Teacher, except Special Ed
Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologist
42.55
38.74
38.88
45.49
37.14
40.07
33.46
30.70
30.17
22.90
33.59
26.65
33.06
35.03
35.58
36.50
34.33
39.92
33.77
31.85
28.83
30.46
25.20
26.26
25.63
26.57
51.23
43.53
45.45
52.27
41.40
46.01
41.12
36.86
41.03
26.75
30.98
n/a
38.75
48.81
39.16
44.12
45.79
42.89
44.01
37.23
33.50
33.54
26.67
29.25
29.18
35.81
Food Service Manager
Industrial Machinery Mechanic
Supervisor, Administrative & Office Workers
Paralegal
Computer Support Specialist
Carpenter
Supervisor, Retail Sales Workers
Truck Driver, Heavy
Graphic Designer
Computer-Controlled Machine Tool Operator
Secretary, except Legal, Medical, and Executive
Customer Service Representative
22.63
26.04
24.50
26.65
25.15
22.15
18.98
18.78
23.12
18.83
16.63
16.39
23.12
23.84
23.99
24.56
22.84
20.99
18.98
17.60
19.89
18.02
15.30
14.02
25.95
26.76
n/a
28.54
n/a
27.07
21.22
20.62
27.77
18.55
18.60
18.95
30.44
28.13
40.56
22.68
24.41
24.20
21.66
20.59
25.77
21.77
18.17
17.67
Receptionist
13.45
12.75
14.33
14.40
Sources: Oregon Employment Department, Washington State Employment Security Department, and California
Employment Development Department, 2013 data.CA data is for Q1 2013.
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COVERED EMPLOYMENT & PAYROLL, INDUSTRY MIX
Covered employment refers to jobs that are eligible for unemployment insurance and, as such, is a good barometer of
wage and sector trends. While most employees are covered, notable exceptions include the self-employed, those who
work solely on commission, and some agricultural workers. Wages include commissions, bonuses, vacation and holiday
pay, but do not include benefits. Total payroll dollars, number of employees, and average pay are shown in the adjacent
table for both Jefferson County and the Tri-County region.
In the private sector, Manufacturing is
the strongest employment segment in
Jefferson County with 15% of total
payroll dollars. That’s three times
greater than the Tri-County region as
a whole. The next largest private sector segment is Natural Resources &
Mining with 6% of payroll dollars.
Compared to the Tri-County region,
The Government sector plays a far
more dominant role in Jefferson
County’s economy than in Deschutes
or Crook County, a reflection of the
influence of the Confederated Tribes
of Warm Springs, as the bulk of tribal
jobs fall in this category. Conversely,
the Leisure & Hospitality sector is far
less dominant role than in Crook or
Deschutes County.
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COST OF DOING BUSINESS IN JEFFERSON COUNTY
Business Costs in Jefferson County - per square foot
With industrial land costs at $0.75 to $2.00 per square foot,
Jefferson County compares with Crook County for the lowest
land costs in the region. Similarly, construction costs are favorable in Jefferson County, with Bend, Redmond, and Sisters typically at higher rates per square foot. In terms of lease rates,
Jefferson County’s $0.07 per square foot rate is the most affordable in the Tri-County region.
Employment land costs in the
region are rebounding after seeing as much as 50% value reductions in the past few years. Costs
do vary by community, with
Jefferson and Crook Counties
having lower lease and construction rates. In Deschutes County,
Redmond offers lower land and
lease costs than neighboring
Bend.
per square
foot
Industrial land costs: $0.75
to $2.00
s
Industrial land lease: $3010/acre/yr or $.07 cents/sf/yr
Construction costs: $40 to $60
Source: EDCO Business Research, April 2014
Business Costs Across the Region
(all costs expressed as costs per square foot)
Category
Industrial land costs
1
Lease rates
Industrial
Commercial
Retail
Construction
Bend
$3.50-$6.00
$0.35-$0.75
$0.75-$1.75
$0.50-$2.00
$50-$75
Deschutes County
Redmond
Sisters
2
$1.00-$4.50 $2.55-$6.00
$0.30-$0.60
$0.50-$1.50
$0.40-$1.50
$50-$75
$0.45-$0.60
$0.85-$1.50
$0.85-$1.50
$35-$75
Crook
Jefferson
County
County
$0.70-$4.50 $0.75-$2.00
$0.20-$0.35 $0.07-$0.45
$0.40-$0.90 $0.45-$0.90
$0.70-$1.00 $0.65-$1.00
$40-$70
$40-$60
Source: EDCO Business Research, May 2014. 1 NNN costs per square foot per month
Oregon has a well-deserved, long established national status for being a cost competitive location for business. A major contributing factor to the Oregon advantage is the fact that Oregon has no sales tax, no inventory tax, a single sales factor
that benefits large employers with multiple operations, and an affordable property tax system.
Average industrial, commercial, and residential power costs are nearly half those in California and on average 25% below
national averages. With steady in-migration, labor costs are also among the most affordable on the West Coast.
Perhaps one of the greatest assets in Oregon is the structure of how corporations are taxed known as the Single Sales
Factor. The tax rate on corporate income of firms doing business in the state is the greater of a minimum tax based on
relative sales ($150-$100,000, approximately 0.1%) or an income-based levy of 6.6% on amounts up to $10 million and
7.9% above that. Oregon businesses are taxed on a portion of their total income derived from sales within the state. This
corporate income tax is considered "Singe Sales Factor" tax, as it only considers Oregon sales in determining corporate
income taxes owed to the state. Other states often include additional assets and payroll, making them "multi-factor" taxes.
Attempting to understand all cost factors in different states and how those impact your specific business can be a daunting task. Some cost factors such as the efficiency and approach of regulatory oversight (i.e. implementation of federal
EPA rules) can be dramatically different from state to state but virtually impossible to place a dollar value for comparison
purposes. The table below attempts to provide, in summary form, a framework by which to inventory and compare costs
for a manufacturing company with 20 employees and one with 200 employees. This example does not factor or include
cost savings offered by incentive programs in either state. Oregon offers more incentive programs to traded-sector businesses than Washington and California combined.
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Table source: Business Oregon website:
20-Employee Firm
Cost Factor
Oregon
California
200-Employee Firm
Washington
Oregon
California
Washington
Energy costs
$149,760
$194,820
$140,015
$1,497,600
$1,948,200
$1,400,160
Employee gross payroll
$903,900
$879,680
$1,007,720
$9,039,000
$8,796,800
$10,077,200
$27,669
$29,142
$33,399
$276,694
$291,417
$333,986
$2,000
$1,658
$36,300
$59,950
$212,160
$363,000
$125,600
$85,600
$72,000
$1,256,000
$856,000
$720,000
Annual tax on current purchases
$0
$33,975
$32,438
$0
$339,750
$324,375
Tax on capital purchases
$0
$543,600
$1,305
$0
$5,436,000
$13,050
$1,208,929
$1,768,474
$1,323,177
$12,129,244
$17,880,327
$13,231,771
+ $559,545
+$114,248
+ $5,751,093
+1,102,527
Social insurance
Corporate income/other taxes
Annual property tax
Total operating costs, initial
capital taxes
Difference from Oregon
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In 2014, workers’ compensation costs will decrease an average 7.6 percent as a result of lower medical costs and fewer
and smaller claims for lost wages. The “pure premium” is the portion of the premium employers pay insurers to cover
anticipated claims costs for job-related injuries and deaths. State officials attribute the
decrease to a focus on improving worker
safety, getting injured workers treated and
back on the job quickly, as well as the initial
impact of medical cost control strategies.
Workers’ compensation costs in Oregon
remain highly favorable compared to other
states. The “pure premium” rate has either
remained the same or decreased for 22 of
the past 24 years – making this cost among
the lowest in the country for employers.
EMPLOYMENT GAINS IN THE PAST DECADE
Employment Gains 2003 to 2013
(annual average nonfarm employment, not adjusted for seasonality)
Area
Bend MSA (Deschutes County)
Crook County
Jefferson County
Portland MSA
Oregon
Salem MSA
Medford MSA
U.S. Average
Corvallis MSA
Eugene-Springfield MSA
2003
2013
Jobs Gained
% Change
56,290
6,000
6,130
934,300
1,574,100
139,500
76,470
130,037,000
37,110
142,000
64,240
5,690
5,870
1,026,900
1,673,400
143,900
77,610
136,269,000
38,470
143,600
7,950
310
260
92,600
99,300
4,400
1,140
6,231,000
1,360
1,600
14.1%
5.2%
4.2%
9.9%
6.3%
0.3%
1.5%
4.8%
3.7%
1.1%
Source: Oregon Employment Department; annual average total employed.
From 2003 until 2013, jobs in the
nation have grown at an overall
rate of 4.8%. Oregon outpaced
the nation’s job growth by almost
50%, however the Bend MSA
(Metropolitan Statistical Area)
grew at nearly three times the
national average.
Additionally, over the past decade
more jobs were created in the tricounty area (8,520) than four of
the other five MSAs combined
(8,500 – excluding Portland),
which represent a population
base that is roughly four times
that of Central Oregon.
Holding strong, Jefferson County is experiencing a significant uptrend in jobs created, with a 4.2% increase.
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UNEMPLOYMENT TREND
Historically, Oregon’s unemployment
rate tracks higher than the national
rate. Because of Central Oregon’s continued in-migration, job creation typically lags population growth. In the
most recent recession, unemployment
peaked in 2009 and now is on a noticeable, positive downward trend.
The chart to the right provides a threeyear perspective on unemployment in
the Tri-County area. Since early 2010,
unemployment rates have been reduced significantly, lending credibility
to structural changes resulting from
employment gains.
While not on the chart, unemployment
rates in the first quarter of 2014
showed further progress, taking Crook
County’s rate to 10.8%, Jefferson County’s rate to 9.7%, and Deschutes County’s rate to 8.4%, its lowest level since 2008.
HOUSING COSTS
Average Monthly Rent
The Central Oregon rental market began tightening in 2010 and continues to face heightened
demand in the midst of constrained supply. According to the Central Oregon Rental Owners
Association, current vacancy rates have shrunk
to very low single digits (one percent in some
cases as of April 2014), down from 12.4% in
2009.
Average Monthly Rent for a 3 Bedroom House ($)
Area
Bend
Redmond/Terrebonne
Madras/Culver
Prineville
La Pine
Sunriver
Sisters
2008
1005
885
842
846
853
967
950
2009
1003
884
834
790
890
1000
n/a
2010
969
863
849
809
905
991
913
2011
1012
911
817
847
861
896
850
2012
1231
975
800
835
889
1086
922
2013
1110
952
765
755
838
1066
875
As in-migration to Central Oregon continues, deSource: Central Oregon Rental Owners Association (COROA); February 2014
mand for rental housing outstrips supply, exerting
pressure on prices and generating growing interest in multi-family residential construction, particularly in Bend and Redmond.
In the last year, two and three bedroom rental houses increased more on a percentage basis than apartments and duplexes.
Despite very low vacancies, 2013 average prices for a 3 bedroom home were down slightly from 2012 in all Central Oregon
communities according the most recent annual survey. Our expectation is that 2014 annual rental figures to be up sharply in
Bend, Redmond, Prineville and Sisters amidst strong in-migration and near record low vacancies.
Jefferson County has historically tracked lower in rent than adjacent counties. Because of this, housing in Jefferson County is particularly affordable.
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Home Prices
Jefferson County continues to offer home buyers the best value in the Tri-County region.
As with much of the
rest of the country,
residential property
prices peaked to alltime highs in 2007 and
declined in value by as
much 40% in the following years.
Prices are now rebounding substantially.
Both median and average home prices increased in 2013 across
the region, but are still
below 2005 levels.
Simply stated, housing
affordability in the Central Oregon region has
been preserved over
the past decade vis-àvis other popular metros across the country.
Home Prices of Existing Single Family Homes
(residential, less than one acre, $)
Median Sales Price
2009
2010
2011
2012
112,000 91,100 79,900 87,000
212,000 191,750 190,000 220,395
147,500 123,450 116,000 132,000
109,000 99,900 88,200 94,950
286,250 223,750 201,000 245,000
2013
126,725
269,000
175,000
133,000
300,000
Sunriver
462,500 575,000 548,547 555,738 402,000 417,500 375,000 350,000
Jefferson County 133,500 165,080 177,950 139,950 89,900 69,950 69,900 71,550
U.S.
219,000 221,900 217,900 196,600 172,100 173,200 166,200 176,800
Average Sales Price
Crook County
154,906 212,173 224,151 206,874 145,040 120,537
94,540 113,911
Bend
334,570 406,122 426,044 353,142 266,319 245,069 238,186 263,556
Redmond
226,238 292,268 286,543 245,204 170,739 142,402 137,214 148,086
La Pine
163,971 202,331 237,665 180,153 126,606 110,632 107,238 100,906
Sisters
449,979 514,259 526,626 437,636 372,483 295,488 248,019 294,247
Sunriver
501,764 627,345 637,734 628,979 458,614 455,550 398,948 381,530
Jefferson County 131,493 170,228 187,367 144,146 145,040 78,376
77,010 74,939
U.S.
267,400 268,200 266,000 242,700 216,900 220,000 214,300 225,500
364,000
84,950
197,100
Crook County
Bend
Redmond
La Pine
Sisters
2005
149,375
279,900
198,818
148,450
394,250
2006
195,500
351,978
262,749
183,500
460,000
2007
199,450
345,000
250,000
215,000
415,000
2008
177,500
289,450
216,000
160,000
367,450
148,124
317,735
197,015
146,802
317,316
408,326
91,748
NA
Sources: Central Oregon Association of Realtors (COAR), National Association of Realtors
REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT TRENDS
Building activity is steadily increasing in Jefferson County and throughout Central Oregon. Central Oregon’s commercial
real estate market is marked by substantial positive absorption trends. In their quarterly POINTS newsletter, Compass
Commercial Real Estate observes that Central Oregon’s commercial real estate market is experiencing strong growth and low
vacancy rates in the retail and office sectors.
Demand for commercial real estate is increasing in all three counties. Vacancy rates are declining while lease rates are
improving. Agricultural land in Jefferson County is selling substantially better than in the past several years.
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VALUATIONS
Real Market Value
Real market values for each county in the TriCounty region are highlighted in the adjacent
table. Real market value for Jefferson County
held steady the past two years.
Real Estate – Estimated Real Market Values (in $billions)
County
Crook
Deschutes
Jefferson
Tri-County
Source: County Assessors in Crook, Deschutes, and Jefferson Counties. Each County’s
fiscal year ends in June and data shown reflect that timeframe.
Financial Institutions
There are seven financial institutions – five banks, one
credit union and one tribal credit enterprise – represented
in Jefferson County. As of June 2013, the most currently
available data from FDIC, the total deposit base for the
FDIC-insured institutions totaled $146.4 million (Warm
Springs Credit Enterprise is not FDIC insured).
Banks and Credit Unions in Jefferson County
Bank of the Cascades
Columbia State Bank
Mid Oregon Credit Union
U.S. Bank
Warm Springs Credit Enterprise
Washington Federal
Wells Fargo Bank
Sources: FDIC Summary of Deposits, EDCO Business Research
Financial Institution Deposits in Central Oregon
Investment & Wealth Management Firms
Reflecting higher than average deposit wealth,
Central Oregon also supports a significant number
of financial planning and investment firms. Many of
these firms also provide wealth management for
clients nationwide.
2000 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
1.04 2.56 3.95 3.80 2.56 2.09 1.76 1.70 1.81
11.18 28.38 36.92 37.67 33.14 23.49 21.6 21.00 22.13
1.52 2.36 2.83 2.98 2.96 2.58 2.41 2.32 2.32
13.74 33.30 43.70 44.45 37.18 28.05 25.77 25.02 26.26
(in millions)
County
Crook County
Deschutes County
Jefferson County
Tri-County Total
2001
2006
2012
$123
$1,164
$92
$1,379
$261
$2,294
$123
$2,678
$206
$2,351
$139
$2,696
2013
$205
$2,450
$146
$2,801
% Growth
2001-13
67.5%
102.0%
51.1%
95.5%
Source: FDIC Summary of Deposits as of 6/30 for each year.
Building Permits
Building activity in Central Oregon has not approached the
high-water mark of 2006, but it rebounded noticeably in
2013. Jefferson County followed suit, with an uptick over the
past twelve months. Commercial/industrial permits were up
significantly in 2013 over 2011-12, both in raw numbers and
valuation.
Permit Activity in Jefferson County
Residential
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
103
52
36
38
19
28
23
Commercial
Industrial
19
7
8
1
4
5
10
Source: Jefferson County Building Department
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Total
Valuation
$19,759,571
$11,505,247
$11,386,416
$12,835,529
$5,972,078
$10,838,826
$37,740,812
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POPULATION GROWTH
Populations in Central Oregon
1990
2000
Area
Oregon
Crook County
Prineville
Unincorporated
Deschutes County
Bend
La Pine
Redmond
Sisters
Unincorporated
Jefferson County
Culver
Madras
Metolius
Unincorporated
Tri-County Total
2,842,321 3,421,399
14,111
19,184
5,355
7,358
8,756
11,826
74,958
115,367
20,447
52,029
Not yet incorporated
7,165
13,481
708
959
46,638
48,898
13,676
19,009
570
802
3,443
5,078
450
729
9,213
12,400
102,745
153,560
2010
3,837,300
21,020
9,260
11,760
157,905
76,740
1,660
26,225
2,040
51,240
21,750
1,365
6,050
710
13,625
200,675
2013
3,919,020
20,690
9,270
11,420
162,525
78,280
1,670
26,590
2,115
53,570
22,040
1,370
6,255
705
13,710
205,225
Jefferson County has grown at a steady rate that
exceeds that of Oregon and the nation. In Jefferson County, Madras continues to grow at a steady
pace, exceeding the rate of growth in Oregon over
the past twelve years.
Source: Population Research Center, PSU. 1990 and 2000 Census numbers are for
April 1 of that year, 2013 data is for July 1, 2013.
Population Projections 2015 - 2050
Area
2000
2010
2012
2015
2020
2030
2040
2050
Oregon
3,431,100 3,837,300 3,883,735 4,001,600 4,252,100 4,768,000 5,203,000 5,588,500
Tri-County Total 154,577 200,675 202,730
210,640 228,442 265,104 296,753 323,049
Crook
19,226
21,020
20,650
21,124
21,933
23,821
26,117
28,496
Deschutes
116,278 157,905 160,140
166,892 182,455 214,288 241,223 262,958
Jefferson
19,073
21,750
21,940
22,625
24,054
26,995
29,413
31,595
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (2000, 2010); Portland State University (2012); Oregon Office of Economic Analysis (2015 – 2050).
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EDUCATION
Public Schools
Central Oregon schools in Jefferson County, Crook County, and
Deschutes County School Districts serve an area of greater than
7,800 square miles. Nearly 33,000 students attend 62 schools.
Tri-County districts operate 29 elementary schools, 13 middle
schools, and 11 high schools as well as a diverse array of charter
and community schools.
Of the area’s teachers, nearly 99% meet Highly Qualified standards and over 65% hold a Master’s Degree or higher. In the
2012-13 State School Report Card, 20 of schools in the Tri-County
area earned a performance assessment of “Outstanding”, the
state’s highest rating.
School District
Students
Schools
3,506
11
crookcounty.k12.or.us
16,905
7,055
1,688
28
13
3
bend.k12.or.us
2,915
670
32,739
7
3
65
Jcsd.k12.or.us
Crook County
Crook SD
Deschutes County
Bend-La Pine SD
Redmond SD
Sisters SD
Jefferson County
Jefferson SD 509J
Culver SD
Tri-County Total
Website
U
U
redmond.k12.or.us
U
sisters.k12.or.us
U
culver.k12.or.us
U
NA
Source: Oregon Department of Education; local school districts
Public Schools in Jefferson County
School
There are four school districts within Jefferson County. The largest, Jefferson
County School District 509-J, serves the communities of Madras, Metolius,
Warm Springs, and Antelope. Nearby Culver School District #4 serves the
farming community of Culver and surrounding area. Ashwood School District
and Black Butte School District serve the other outlying areas.
Madras/Warm Springs-509J
Madras High School
Jefferson County Middle School
Buff Intermediate
Madras Primary School
Metolius Elementary
Warm Springs Elementary
Big Muddy Elementary
Culver School District
Enrollment
2,915
770
634
320
411
301
461
18
670
Jefferson County 509-J’s student population continues to grow, with 2,915
students enrolled in its seven schools. In Jefferson County, voters historically
pass bonds for education. In the last year, bonds have built a new K-8 school
Source: Local School Districts
opening fall 2014 in Warm Springs. Also opening fall 2014, voter approval
built a new state of the art 600 seat performing arts center in Madras, as well
as a new Sports Complex, football field, competition track and stadium. The District proudly serves a diverse population
of nearly an equal percentage of Caucasian, Native American and Hispanic students along with 2 percent of other ethnicities represented.
Voters in the Culver School District also passed a multi-million dollar bond to build a new elementary school and upgrades
on current facilities. Construction is underway in 2014. The Culver District operates on one campus with an elementary,
middle school and high school that offer small class sizes and a close connection between students of all ages. Culver
High School has a high graduation rate, 100 percent in the 2012 – 2013 school year.
Both Culver and Madras High Schools have launched internship programs in partnership with local businesses where
high school students work with business professionals to get an in-depth knowledge of career opportunities in over 20
focus areas. With this exposure, students are better able to plan their course studies and advanced education needs.
Central Oregon Community College (COCC) – Madras Campus
In late 2011, through yet another voter approved bond, the COCC Madras Campus opened with an initial enrollment of
230 students the first term. Enrollment continues to grow as do the variety of classes offered. With spectacular views of
the Cascade Mountains, COCC Jefferson County Open Campus is a collaborative partnership between the Jefferson County Education Council, COCC and OSU whose mission is to build and grow the continuum of education from K-12 through
all levels of higher education. For more information: www.cocc.edu/madras or call 541 550 4100. For more information
on OSU Open Campus: www.oregonopencampus.org/jefferson or call 541 550 4133.
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Oregon State University – Central Oregon Agricultural Research Center, Madras
Oregon State University’s Agricultural Research Center is located on farm land just north of Madras in Jefferson County.
This puts the facility at the center of 60,000+ acres of irrigated crop land and in the center of Central Oregon Seed Production. High value, specialty crops provide the core of this progressive agricultural community. Jefferson County has the
most intense production of hybrid carrot seed in the world growing nearly all seed used to plant fresh market carrots in
the U.S. A significant amount of the seed is exported to Europe and Japan. Info: http://oregonstate.edu/dept/coarc/.
Oregon State University – Jefferson County Extension
OSU Extension provides a front door to OSU and has been part of Jefferson County since 1935, providing the community
with research-based knowledge and education, including 4-H, agriculture, small acreages, landscaping, livestock, family
and community development and leadership training. For more information:
http://extension.oregonstate.edu/jefferson/ or call 541 475 3808.
Demand for Higher Education
The populace of Central Oregon has a strong
interest in pursuing higher education and improving their vocational skills. The chart to the
right shows enrollment for OSU-Cascades over
the past 12 years. The last few years of enrollment increases, or “demand” for higher
education, have been driven by several forces: Central Oregon’s growing population
base, the national economic recession, and
job training and re-training. Additionally,
OSU Cascades Campus is gaining in reputation, attracting more students, and expanding its program offerings.
EDCO works in partnership with Central Oregon Community College (COCC) and OSUSources: OSU-Cascades & Central Oregon Community College. Fall term enrollment.
Cascades to ensure that program offerings
align with business needs. Both institutions have top leaders that serve as Directors on EDCO’s Regional Board.
Central Oregon Community College (COCC)
Central Oregon Community College (COCC) operates campuses in Bend, Redmond, Madras and Prineville. Founded in
1949, COCC (www.cocc.edu, 541-383-7700) is Oregon’s oldest community college. The College offers transfer/lower division programs, mirroring the first two years of a university education at a fraction of the cost, plus career and technical
education programs to move students into local industry jobs.
The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is operated by COCC and provides active support for Central Oregon’s
small businesses. EDCO works closely with the SBDC to provide programs, counseling and market research assistance for
entrepreneurs at the earliest stages of development.
COCC’s Business and Employee Development department delivers industry-specific courses and workshops tailored to
business and industry’s changing needs. The College also offers a wide range of continuing education for personal and
professional development.
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The Central Oregon Community College District encompasses all of Crook, Deschutes and Jefferson Counties, as well as
the southern part of Wasco and northern portions of Klamath and Lake Counties. A seven-member board of directors
governs the College, with members of that board elected from geographic zones in the District. The District covers a
10,000-square-mile area, making it larger than eight of the U.S. states. 50 minutes south of Madras, the 200-acre Bend
campus includes 26 buildings and amenities for students. For more information, visit www.cocc.edu.
Just thirty minutes south of Madras, COCC’s Redmond Campus is home to the region’s Manufacturing and Applied Technology Center, a technical training facility with certificate and degree programs readying students for jobs in the manufacturing field. Scheduled to open in the fall of 2014, COCC’s new $12.5 million Technology Education Center will further
serve Central Oregon’s business and workforce needs at the Redmond Campus. This facility will house the Center for Entrepreneurial Excellence and Development (CEED) and courses and programs in Non-Destructive Testing and Inspection,
Digital Arts and Media and Flexible Technology. For more information, visit www.cocc.edu/redmond or 541-504-2900.
Additional Colleges and Universities
Additional accredited academic institutions have a presence in Central Oregon, typically combining evening and occasional weekend classes in conjunction with distance learning.
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Concordia University, offers an MBA locally (1-866-288-3931)
Eastern Oregon University Division of Distance Education (541-385-1137)
George Fox University (1-800-631-0921)
Linfield College - Central Oregon Center (541-388-2986)
Oregon Institute of Technology, Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, via COCC
UTILITIES SERVING CENTRAL OREGON
Electric Companies
Jefferson County providers of electric power are:
 Pacific Power (PPL), 888-221-7070
 Central Electric Cooperative (CEC), 541-548-2144
Average 2013 Electricity Rates
(in cents, per kwh)
For all sectors, Oregon’s electrical rates are well below the national
average. For industrial customers, Central Oregon providers offer rates
up to nearly 20% below the U.S. average and over 50% below those in
neighboring California.
Service Class
Industrial
Commercial
U.S.
7.02
10.57
CA
10.66
13.50
OR
6.16
8.82
CEC
5.52
5.63
PPL
6.84
8.56
Sources: EDCO, U.S. Dept. of Energy Administration Table 5.6.B
Natural Gas
Natural gas is available throughout most of Jefferson County,
Natural Gas Rates
User
Base Charge
Cost Per Therm
with the exception of Culver, Crooked River Ranch, and Warm
Commercial
$3.00
$0.80
Springs, and is supplied by Cascade Natural Gas Corporation
Industrial
$12.00
$0.73
(888-522-1130) serving more than 44,000 industrial, comLarge
Volume–General*
Included
$0.69
mercial and residential customers in Central Oregon. Poten*Requires
specific
contract
and
usage
conditions;
1
therm
=
1,000
BTUs
tial users for the Large Volume–General Service rate should
contact EDCO for additional information about their potential usage conditions. Transmission to the region is provided by
36 and 42 inch high capacity lines that run from Canada to southern California.
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Water System & Rates
Formed in 1919, Deschutes Valley Water District (DVWD) serves the Cities of Culver, Metolius and Madras from pure artesian wells at Opal Springs, five miles southwest of Culver
with 11,700 gallons per minute (gpm) pumping capacity and storage facilities strategically
placed. Opal Springs flows at approximately 108,000 gpm at 53.8 degrees Fahrenheit with
no seasonal variation or change in flow, temperature or pH since the springs were first
tested in 1925. No volatile organic or synthetic compound (herbicides or pesticides) have
been detected. The springs are a ground water source, unaffected by surface water.
Water Connection Charges
Meter
Charge
5/8 – 3/4”
$1,200
1”
$1,350
2”
$1,480
3”
$1,735
4”
$2,100
Source: Deschutes Valley
Water District
Rates are $18 per month for up to 700 cubic feet (cf) serviced by DVWD and $23.40 per month up to 500 cf serviced by
the City of Madras. Crooked River Ranch and Warm Springs each have their own water systems. Contact EDCO’s Jefferson
County Office for additional information.
Sewer Rates
The sewer rate for Culver and Metolius is $36 per Equivalent Dwelling Unit (EDU); Madras is $45 per EDU. Crooked River
Ranch and Warm Springs are on septic systems.
TELECOMMUNICATION
Telecom Providers in Jefferson County
BendBroadband
Jefferson County is served by world class teleCenturyLink
communications providers. CenturyLink, the inCommunity Broadband
cumbent local exchange carrier, provides PSTN
Crestview Cable
voice and data services over ADSL, T-Carrier,
Mid Oregon Telephone LLC
Frame-Relay, and ISDN. Digital television service,
Quantum Communications
VOIP, and high-speed residential and commercial
Warm Springs Telco
Internet services are provided by Crestview Cable
Communications and BendBroadband. Quantum
Communications provides business fiber transport services.
Res & Comm’l
Res & Comm’l
Res & Comm’l
Res & Comm’l
Commercial
Commercial
Res & Comm’l
541-382-5551
www.centurylink.com
541-504-6617
541-447-4342
541-475-6746
541-923-5599
541-553-3565
In recent years, BendBroadband expanded services in Jefferson County with HSPA+ over licensed spectrum, providing
fixed and mobile wireless phone and Internet services to business and residential customers. BendBroadband also provides SONET (T-1 and above) voice trunks to existing PBX switches, SIP trunking to IP PBX switches and hosted PBX
switches.
In November 2011, the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs opened a tribally-owned telecommunications company,
Warm Springs Telecom, providing phone service, broadband Internet and eventually video to all of the reservation. Federal stimulus funds of $5.6 million continue to help build the company, with plans to expand services off reservation.
Warm Springs is only the ninth of more than 500 tribes in the U.S. to have their own telecommunications company.
HEALTH SERVICES
Top quality health care is one of Central Oregon’s crown jewels. Central Oregon has a high concentration of world-class
physicians and specialists, attracted to the area for its high quality-of-life. The region’s research and care in cardiology and
orthopedics lead the nation. St. Charles Health System owns and operates medical centers in Madras, Prineville, Redmond and Bend (Oregon's only Level II Trauma Center east of the Cascades). In 2012, Thomson Reuters recognized St.
Charles as one of the best health systems in the nation for quality and efficiency for the fourth year running.
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Located in Madras, St. Charles-Madras is a rural 25-bed acute care facility designated as a Critical Access Hospital. Originally founded in 1967 as Mt. View Hospital District, St. Charles Madras has a long history of community involvement and
actively promoting health throughout Jefferson County’s diverse communities. Excellent clinical quality has earned St.
Charles Madras a patient satisfaction ranking in the 91st percentile for hospitals nationwide. The hospital also received
recognition as a Mentor Hospital by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement and was named the 2009 Oregon Rural
Quality Leader by the Oregon Association of Hospitals and Health Systems.
.com
St. Charles Madras offers a wide array of health services, including 24-hour emergency care, intensive/cardiac care, Orthopedic Surgery, Endocrinology, Neurosurgery, Podiatry and Podiatric Surgery. Care by a Registered Dietitian (RD) and
Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) is also available. As part of their continued commitment to Central Oregon communities, St. Charles recently invested in a Family Birthing Center in Madras.
FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES
Jefferson County Fire District #1 serves over 14,000 citizens in over 200 square miles from two fire stations in Madras and
Culver. Comprised of 65 well-trained volunteers plus five full-time staff, they are first responders with medical, hazmat,
and high-angle rescue, as well as grassland fire suppression. The Jefferson County Fire District is augmented by Jefferson
County EMS for medical and transporting assistance.
Warm Springs Fire and Safety, Crooked River Ranch Fire, and Three Rivers Fire each provide fire and ambulance service to
their communities throughout Jefferson County. All of these Districts provide excellent service and have mutual aid
agreements with each other to provide extra coverage when needed.
TRANSPORTATION
Commercial Air & Freight Services
Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM;
www.flyrdm.com) provides commercial
air service with 14 departures each day
to Denver, Los Angeles, Portland, Salt
Lake City, San Francisco, and Seattle.
RDM completed a three-year $40 million
expansion project, increasing the size of
the terminal six-fold. In 2013, daily nonstop service between RDM and LAX began with American Airlines, bringing the
number of carriers at the airport to four
(Alaska, American, United, and Delta).
Flying Time to Markets Served by
RDM Flying Time
Flight to:
Minutes
Denver, CO
2 hours
24 min
Los Angeles, CA
2 hours 0 min
Portland, OR
0 hours 40 min
Salt Lake City, UT
1 hour 30 min
San Francisco,
2 hours 8 min
CA
Seattle, WA
1 hour 10 min
FedEx, UPS, and the USPS provide air freight and package express services.
Source: Redmond Municipal Airport
(www.flyrdm.com)
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General Aviation and Industrial Park
A center for business activity in Jefferson County, the Madras Airport exemplifies the opportunities that abound in Jefferson County. The Madras Municipal Airport and industrial site is a rapidly growing Category 4 airport for general aviation
and business use. The Airport is poised for more development with newly added upgrades to the navigational systems, a
5100’ main runway, flat open industrial land with utilities, and a runway rebuild scheduled for 2015. A grass runway will
also be constructed at the Airport in 2015. The Madras Airport is included in the federal National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems (NPIAS) and has 2,100 acres for future aeronautical and industrial use. The Madras Airport is also home to
the annual Airshow of the Cascades, with crowds of over 10,000 attending each August.
A new 40,000 SF hangar facility is leased to Erickson Aero Tanker, LLC as their base for maintenance and operation of firefighting aircraft, MD87s and DC7s. The Erickson Group expanded their Madras operations in 2014 with an additional
65,000 SF hangar and the opening of the Erickson Aircraft Collection in August, housing one of the world’s largest private
collections of war birds.
Motor Freight
Converging in Madras are US Highway 97 and US Highway 26. US 26 is adjacent to the Madras Airport-Industrial Park and
is the main route northwest to Portland, I-5, I-205 and proceeds east through Idaho. US 97 is one mile from the Madras
Airport-Industrial Park and is the north-south corridor from Canada to Mexico, and proceeds north to connect with I-84,
the east-west interstate route.
Rail Services
Burlington Northern–Santa Fe and Union Pacific railways share the mainline and provide Madras, Metolius, and Culver
direct rail shipping to the US market, Canada and Mexico. The City of Madras has many rail spurs in its industrial park,
including one close to the Madras Airport. The City of Madras is also currently expanding side rail in the Madras AirportIndustrial Site. The cities of Metolius and Culver and private landowners also offer side rail at their industrial sites. Further, multimodal freight offloading is available at the Prineville Freight Depot and at O'Neil Junction close to Redmond,
about 25 miles south of Madras.
Transit within Central Oregon
Cascades East Transit (CET) serves as the regional bus system that connects all Central Oregon communities. Managed by
Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council (COIC), CET provides service connecting the following communities: Madras,
Warm Springs, Metolius, Culver, Redmond, Bend, La Pine, Prineville and Sisters. The system is designed to get people to
work, school, medical appointments, and other amenities.
Integrated bus connections at designated stops or hubs help extend the system’s reach. Curb-to-curb service may be
planned in advance. Call 541-385-8680 or 866-385-8680 or visit www.cascadeseasttransit.com. Warm Springs also provides transit to and from their community and The Breeze transit system provides service from Madras and Central Oregon to Portland www.cobreeze.com.
Commute Times
Averaging just 20 minutes, drive times in Central Oregon are very manageable. With a truly regional workforce, it is not
unusual for residents to drive from Madras to Redmond or from Prineville to Madras for work. New residents tend to select a desired community based on its lifestyle and cost, and then find work in the region. See the graphic on the following
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.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2010
DISTANCES FROM MADRAS
Highway 97, which runs in a north-south direction, goes
through Madras and connects the City to The Dalles in
north central Oregon and to Klamath Falls in south central Oregon. US Hwy 97 runs from Canada to Mexico.
Highway 26, which runs in a northwest-southeast direction as it intersects Madras, is the direct route to the
Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs and on to Portland. Jefferson County has the closest access to the
Portland metro area of any Central Oregon city; the
Portland International Airport is just over two hours
travel time. US Hwy 26 is adjacent to the Madras Airport-Industrial Park.
Other major West Coast cities—Seattle, Boise and San
Francisco—are all accessed by a half to a day’s drive.
Distance from Madras, Oregon
City
Redmond
Prineville
Bend
The Dalles
Portland (PDX)
Seattle
Boise
San Francisco
Los Angeles
State
Miles
OR
OR
OR
OR
OR
WA
ID
CA
CA
26
28
43
87
120
285
350
534
864
Drive Time
Hours Minutes
0 hours 30 minutes
0 hours 30 minutes
0 hours 50 minutes
1 hour 40 minutes
2 hours 20 minutes
5 hours 0 minutes
6 hours 30minutes
9 hours 15 minutes
14 hours 0 minutes
Source: Mapquest
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TOPOGRAPHY & CLIMATE
Nine volcanic Cascade Mountain peaks, deep canyons,
river, lakes, wild grasslands and pastoral farmlands are
the main features of Jefferson County’s scenic beauty.
The icon of the visual panorama is Oregon’s second
highest peak; Mt. Jefferson, at 10,497’, is snow-capped
year round and is the namesake of the County.
As one travels north in Central Oregon, elevations decline until the Deschutes River is crossed in Warm
Springs. Jefferson County communities range in elevation from 2,798’ at Crooked River Ranch to 2,437’ in
Madras and 1,539’in Warm Springs.
The County is a dry, low-humidity, high desert climate
with annual rainfall of 12.29’’. The highest average
temperature is in July at 88° Fahrenheit; the lowest
average temperature is in January at 24°. Jefferson County has prime agricultural land with sandy loam soil over a volcanic
rock base. Completed in 1946, the North Unit Irrigation Project of reservoirs and canals captures Cascade snow-melt to
irrigate over 60,000 acres in Jefferson County.
Madras, Oregon Weather Profile
Average High (°F)
Average Low (°F)
Mean (°F)
Average Precipitation (inches)
Jan
43°
24°
34°
1.3
Feb
49°
27°
38°
0.9
Mar
56°
29°
43°
0.9
Apr
63°
32°
47°
0.8
May
71°
38°
54°
1.0
Jun
79°
43°
61°
0.6
Jul
88°
47°
67°
0.5
Aug
87°
46°
67°
0.5
Sep
79°
39°
59°
0.5
Oct
66°
32°
49°
0.8
Nov
51°
28°
40°
1.4
Dec
43°
33°
33°
1.2
Source: Homefacts.com
PARKS & RECREATION
Recreational activities abound in Jefferson County, offering something for every lifestyle interest year-round. One of the
leading Central Oregon destinations for fishing and water skiing, Lake Billy Chinook is the second largest fresh water
lake/reservoir in Oregon, fed by the Crooked, Deschutes, and Metolius Rivers. Great fishing, camping, and two marinas
are also available at Pelton and Lake Simtustus just north of Lake Billy Chinook. Smith Rock State Park, favored by top
rock climbers, offers unique and challenging climbing in a picturesque setting of rock formations along the Crooked River.
Madras has many recreational options to choose from. The Parks & Recreation District operates the Madras Aquatic Center, an indoor facility with breathtaking Cascade Mountain views, 3 pools, a 300+ foot water slide and wide variety of
aquatic programs. There are also many large parks, sports fields, golf course, competition-grade skateboard park, and
miles of well-developed interconnected trail systems. Madras is also home to long standing annual events such as the
Airshow of the Cascades, Rockhound Pow-Wow, County Fair, and Eagle Watch. Richardson’s Rock Ranch and the Saturday
Market are also popular stops. Metolius Spike and Rail, Culver Crawdad Fest, Crooked River Ranch golf course, lodging
and other amenities, plus many other events across the County, give residents and visitors much to choose from.
Kah-Nee-Ta Resort, owned by the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, offers two year-round outdoor pools heated by
natural hot springs, two large water slides, lodging, camping/RV, trail riding, 18-hole golf course and convention facilities.
The Pi Ume Sha Treaty Days Pow-Wow is held each June, as are many other celebrations and events in Warm Springs.
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MADRAS/JEFFERSON COUNTY
E C O N OM I C D E V E L O P M E N T
2028 NW Berg Dr | Madras, OR 97741
541-390-6275 | www.edcoinfo.com
ADDITIONAL BUSINESS RESOURCES
Business Resources in Jefferson County
City of Madras
www.ci.madras.or.us | 541-475-2344
125 SW E Street, Madras, OR 97741
Crooked River Ranch
www.crookedriverranch.com | 541-548-8939 or
800-637-5435
5195 SW Clubhouse Rd., Crooked River Ranch, OR 97760
Jefferson County
www.co.jefferson.or.us | 541-475-2449
66 SE D Street, Madras, OR 97741
Oregon Employment Department (OED)
www.employment.oregon.gov | 541-475-2382
243 SW 3rd Street, Suite B, Madras, OR 97741
Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs
Lonny Macy, Planning Director, www.warmsprings.com
541-553-1161 | Warm Springs, OR 97761
Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council (COIC)
www.coic.org | 541-548-8163
2158 SE Airport Way, Redmond, OR 97756
City of Culver
http://cityofculver.net/ | 541-546-6494
200 First Ave., P.O. Box 256, Culver Oregon 97734
Madras/Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce
www.madraschamber.com | 541-475-2350
274 SW 4th Street, Madras, OR 97741
City of Metolius
http://www.cityofmetolius.org/ | 541-546-5533
636 Jefferson Ave, Metolius, OR 97741
Madras Pioneer newspaper
www.madraspioneer.com | 541-475-2275
345 SE 5th Street, Madras, OR 97741
SPONSORS OF MADRAS/JEFFERSON COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Bright Wood Corporation
Brooks Resources/Yarrow
Central Oregon Seeds, Inc.
City of Culver
City of Madras
City of Metolius
Columbia Bank
Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs
Crooked River Ranch HOA
Erickson Thriftway
Inn at Cross Keys
Jefferson County
Keith Manufacturing
Les Schwab
Madras Sanitary Service
R L Allen Group
Shielding International/Oregon Embroidery
Skanska USA Group
St. Charles Madras
Tena & Roy Jackson
Vanek Farms
Warm Springs Construction
Warm Springs Geo Vision
Warm Springs Power & Water
Warm Springs Telecom
Warm Springs Ventures
Wilbur-Ellis
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT
Janet Brown, Manager
Jefferson County Economic Development
2028 NW Berg Dr
Madras, OR 97741
541-390-6275
[email protected]
Economic Development for Central Oregon (EDCO)
705 SW Bonnett Way, Suite 1000
Bend, OR 97702
Phone: 541-388-3236 | 800-342-4135
www.edcoinfo.com
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