The City is embarking on a long-range plan for the City’s water reclamation facility, called the Water Reclamation Facility Plan Update.

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The Water Reclamation Facility Plan Update will shape future development and maintenance of Bend’s Water Reclamation Facility. Development of this plan will help the City achieve the Council’s goal to “ensure water, wastewater, and stormwater systems are aligned with the needs of a growing community”

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The Water Reclamation Facility Plan Update is a 20-year planning document that establishes a clear vision for our community's water reclamation facility, a vital facility of our City. The plan identifies both short-term and long-term facility improvements needed to address existing condition and capacity issues, and plan for future capacity. This project is an update that builds upon the framework and treatment system concepts established in the 2008 Water Reclamation Facility Plan.

STEP ONE - WRF Facility Plan Update Development 

The planning development process includes evaluating the state of the Water Reclamation Facility; creating a long-term vision based on flow and loading projections and assumptions; and developing immediate (5-year CIP) and future service and capital plans.  

• The City intends to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) solicitation for proposals from design/planning professional consultants in June 2024 and expects to be in contract no later than October 2024. 
• Estimated timeline for development – Winter  2024 – Fall/Winter 2025

This webpage will be updated as the project progresses and various milestones are reached.

STEP TWO - City Council Approval 

• Once the updated Water Reclamation Facility Plan has be developed and approved by City staff and the Stewardship Subcommittee, the final plan will be formally presented to City Council for approval and adoption. The City Council adoption is projected to take place in Fall/Winter 2025.