Students We Serve
OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE
Madras Elementary School
PRINCIPAL: Christopher Wyland | GRADES: K-5 | 215 SE 10th St, Madras 97741 | 541-475-3520
REGULAR ATTENDERS
Students
Year-to-year
MATHEMATICS
Students
Students
School Goals
1. Ensure every student feels seen and connected to Madras Elementary.
2. Improve student learning and the student experience through job-embedded, high quality professional development for certified and classified team members.
3. Ensure every student receives additional time and support to be enriched and/or receive intervention on essential grade level standards.
State Goals
The Oregon Department of Education is partnering with school districts and local communities to ensure a 90% ontime, four year graduation rate by 2025. To progress toward this goal, the state will prioritize efforts to improve attendance, provide a well-rounded education, invest in implementing culturally responsive practices, and promote continuous improvement to close opportunity and achievement gaps for historically and currently underserved students.
Safe & Welcoming Environment
Positive Behavior Intervention & Supports (PBIS) which celebrates students who are modeling schoolwide expectations of the 3 B's: be safe, be responsible, and be respectful. Bullying and Harassment Prevention Guidance Lessons Counselor teaches guidance lessons once every month to every student for a minimum of eight guidance lessons each school year.
Character traits are taught, reinforced, and celebrated monthly. Some examples are perserverance, empathy, and how to play safely at recess.
Our Staff (rounded FTE)
OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE
Madras Elementary School
Outcomes
REGULAR ATTENDERS
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
Teachers
Educational assistants
Counselors/ Psychologists
About Our School
BULLYING, HARASSMENT, AND SAFETY POLICIES
Positive Behavior Intervention & Support (PBIS)
Elementary Counselor
Instructional Coach/Dean of Students
Daily Morning Meeting from Responsive
Classrooms focused on relationships with peers and staff
Sensory spaces for students who need to regulate prior to entry into main classroom
Safe Touch Guidance Lessons
Social Skill Training (Second Steps Curriculum)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
· Elementary Music Program
· Family University
· Oregon Battle of the Books (OBOB)
· 21st Century After-school Program
· Kids Club Partnership
·Maker space in the library, creating opportunities to learn about robots, coding, 3D printing, and CADD.
PARENT ENGAGEMENT
Family engagement plan helps build a college and career-going culture at Madras Elementary
Ongoing communication surround learning and exciting events at school
Parent Square, whcih allows families to receive communication for the whole school community, classroom communication, and/or direct messaging with their child's teacher
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
District Engagement Event at Madras High School
District Engagement Event at Warm Springs K-8 Academy
Family University
Trust for Public Land (TPL) has partnered with Madras Elementary to build a new playground in the summer of 2024. This opportunity will create ongoing opportunities to provide feedback on the outside space and the hopes for students to be outside and physically active.
Students We Serve
OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE
Jefferson County Middle School
PRINCIPAL: Simon White | GRADES: 6-8 | 1180 SE Kemper Way, Madras 97741 | 541-475-7253
REGULAR ATTENDERS
Students
Year-to-year
School Goals
At Jefferson County Middle School we work diligently to create and maintain an inclusive environment where students feel safe and supported to learn and grow. JCMS is focused on student growth and learning through a guaranteed and viable curriculum for all students. We collaborate weekly in professional learning communities to analyze student work, discuss research-proven instructional strategies, and to adjust our teaching to meet the diverse needs of our students. Additionally, we provide a school wide intervention and enrichment program to provide students with extra time and support to reach their highest potential.
MATHEMATICS
Students
Students
State Goals
The Oregon Department of Education is partnering with school districts and local communities to ensure a 90% ontime, four year graduation rate by 2025. To progress toward this goal, the state will prioritize efforts to improve attendance, provide a well-rounded education, invest in implementing culturally responsive practices, and promote continuous improvement to close opportunity and achievement gaps for historically and currently underserved students.
Safe & Welcoming Environment
JCMS is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all students, families, staff, and community members. During the year we focus on teaching and supporting the whole student through our Advisory program and SEL instruction to build a foundation for students to feel safe, secure, and confident. Multiple family engagement activities provide our community with opportunities to engage with staff and learn about procedures, programs and partnerships. To support our bilingual families we have several Spanish speaking staff that assures all meetings, information, and communications are translated.
Our Staff (rounded FTE)
OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE
Jefferson County Middle School
Outcomes
REGULAR ATTENDERS
Teachers
Educational assistants
Counselors/ Psychologists
About Our School
BULLYING, HARASSMENT, AND SAFETY POLICIES
Building relationships and positive school culture are essential to creating and sustaining a safe learning environment. JCMS utilizes multiple systems to educate and support students. These systems include: PBIS, Advisory, SEL, CHAMPS, Buffalo Bucks, District/building handbooks and frequent training for certified and classified staff on these systems. Furthermore, students and families have multiple methods to report concerns to staff in a secure manner. Additionally, our staff promotes safety, inclusivity, and acceptance in our school. To ensure the safety of our students, our school continually reflects on safety protocols and system evaluation. Additionally, JCMS has hired a Student Success Coordinator to focus on school Culture and Safety.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
JCMS values extracurricular activities, including interscholastic sports, academic clubs, service clubs and more. Our offerings include: Athletics, Intramurals, 21st Century after school programs, Student Leadership, NJHS, FFA, OSU Extension, and AVID. To learn more about the activities offered at our school, connect with our staff or visit our school website for details.
PARENT ENGAGEMENT
We ask parents and families to partner with us in giving students the support they need to succeed at school. JCMS provides a variety of community engagement activities throughout the year: 6th grade orientation, open house, parent conferences, 8th grade promotion, athletic orientation nights, AVID induction, NJHS Induction, and Title 1A parent nights with a focus on literacy, math, and health.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
We offer numerous ways for interested community members and businesses to connect with our schools. JCMS provides a variety of community engagement activities throughout the year: College and Career week, Turkey Bingo, Craft Night, End of the Year BBQ with community partners, school and district forums on school improvement, and student recognition at school board meetings.
OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE
Madras High School
PRINCIPAL: Brian Crook | GRADES: 9-12 | 390 SE 10th St, Madras 97741 | 541-475-7265
REGULAR ATTENDERS
Students
Students
Students earning a diploma within four
FIVE-YEAR COMPLETION
Students earning a high school diploma or GED within five years. Cohort Includes students who were firsttime ninth graders in 2016-17 finishing in 2020-21
COLLEGE GOING
Students enrolling in a two or four year college within 16 months of completing high school in 201920. Data from the National Student Clearinghouse.
School Goals
Madras High School's goal is for every student to graduate high school on time with the skills necessary to succeed in college, career tech, or the work force.
In 2022-20223 Madras High school will:
· Increase the number of freshmen who are on track to graduate at the end of their 9th grade year to 87%.
· Increase the regular attenders to 50%.
· Implement the AVID college and career readiness system school-wide.
· Increase student participation in extracurricular activities and athletics.
State Goals
The Oregon Department of Education is partnering with school districts and local communities to ensure a 90% ontime, four year graduation rate by 2025. To progress toward this goal, the state will prioritize efforts to improve attendance, provide a well-rounded education, invest in implementing culturally responsive practices, and promote continuous improvement to close opportunity and achievement gaps for historically and currently underserved students.
Safe & Welcoming Environment
Our school strives to ensure all students and their parents feel welcome by including community liaisons in our school. All communication sent home through mail, phone, or text is translated for easy access. Interpreters are provided for parent conferences and other school meetings where parents are present.
Our Staff (rounded FTE)
OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE
Madras High School
Outcomes
About Our School
ADVANCED COURSEWORK
· College Now Credit Opportunities
· Expanded Options
· Advanced Placement Courses-Math, Literacy, Science, and Social Science
· Talented and Gifted Program
· Music & Band Program
· Career and Technical Education
· Spanish World Language Courses
· AVID: Career and College Readiness
CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
PARENT
Jefferson County Oregon School District
Boundaries
509J Schools
Buff Elementary Boundary
Metolius Elementary Boundary
Warm Springs K-8 Academy Boundary
Madras Elementary Boundary
Big Muddy Elementary
Ashwood School District
Ashwood School District #8
Culver School District #4
Culver SD 4
Black Butte School District 41
Black Butte SD 41
Students We Serve
OREGON AT-A-GLANCE DISTRICT PROFILE
Jefferson County SD 509J
SUPERINTENDENT: Jay Mathisen | 445 SE Buff St, Madras 97741 | 541-475-6192
Academic Success
Grade 3
Students
Grade 8
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
Students
High School Success
ON-TIME GRADUATION
Students
Students
State Goals
The Oregon Department of Education is partnering with school districts and local communities to ensure a 90% on-time, four year graduation rate by 2027. To progress toward this goal, the state will prioritize efforts to improve attendance, provide a wellrounded education, invest in implementing culturally responsive practices, and promote continuous improvement to close opportunity and achievement gaps for historically and currently underserved students.
Our Staff (rounded FTE)
OREGON AT-A-GLANCE DISTRICT PROFILE
Jefferson County SD 509J
Outcomes
ON-TRACK TO GRADUATE
Grade 3 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
Grade 8 MATHEMATICS
Population: 25,404
(2022 estimates from PSU Population Research Center)
Regional Labor Force: 130,459
(2022 Estimates from Oregon Prospector)
Median Household Income: $64,510
(2023 Estimate from Oregon Prospector)
Jefferson County has a great deal to offer businesses and their employees. With majestic views of the Cascade Mountains, the County is home to the confluence of the Deschutes, Crooked and Metolius Rivers and several miles of scenic lakes. It is also home to Lake Billy Chinook, a destination that attracts over one million visitors each year. Mount Jefferson, the second highest peak in Oregon with an elevation of 10,497 feet, marks the County’s western skyline. At the center of the County sits the City of Madras with affordable homes, well-established manufacturering companies and some of the best industrial land prices in the region. The six communities of Jefferson County include Madras, Metolius, Culver, Warm Springs, Camp Sherman, and Crooked River Ranch, which together, share a common desire for a vibrant future.
Crook County
Jefferson County
Deschutes County
WATER QUALITY
Jefferson County’s water quality is among the best in the country. The communities of Madras, Metolius and Culver are supplied by Opal Springs, a deep, natural artisan spring that produces an abundance of ultra-pure water. Since it was first tapped nearly 100 years ago, the spring has shown no supply variations, even following periods of drought. It’s the reason companies like H2Otogo/Opal Springs Water Co. choose to locate in Culver, Oregon
INDUSTRY
Jefferson County has the highest proportion of jobs in manufacturing due in no small part to Bright Wood Corporation, Keith Manufacturing and Daimler. Madras boasts a high number or manufacturing jobs per capita and is among the top in the state. The town’s blue collar work ethic, combined with farming and ranching in the surrounding rural area, gives Madras a workforce advantage over its peers for manufacturing and related industries. According to Oregon State University, approximately 55% of the U.S. domestic market and 45% of the Global market carrot variety seed production is grown in Jefferson County, with significant amounts of seed exported to Europe and Japan.
HOUSING
Jefferson County continues to increase housing capacity for new and existing residents. The County constructed 82 new single-family dwellings in its 2020-2022 Fiscal Years according to their monthly permitting report. Not only is the housing supply increasing, but Jefferson County offers the most affordable housing in the Central Oregon region, with median prices below $340,892, according to Zillow’s Home Value Index for December 2022.
JEFFERSON COUNTY’S VOLUME
Statewide, Jefferson County has the most diverse population and is home to Oregon’s largest reservation, the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs (641,118 acres). The cultural diversity works together to form the fabric of the community.
This is perhaps best illustrated by the fact that roughly a one-third each of K-12 students in Jefferson County are Native American, Latino and Caucasian. For several years, Jefferson County and Culver School Districts have had the highest high school graduation rates in the region and are among the highest in Oregon.
SCHOOL YEAR GUIDE
September 27, 2022 - June 30, 2023 (Closed for Maintenance September 6-26)
Madras Aquatic Center (MAC)
1195 SE Kemper Way | Madras, OR 97741
Contact: 541-475-4253 or info@macrecdistrict.com
Office Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 7am - 5pm
School Year Swim Schedule (September 27, 2022 - June 30, 2023)
To secure a spot, sign up online or give us a call to register ahead of time. Drop-ins are also welcome as capacity allows. Schedule subject to change. Please check our website for up-to-date scheduling and offerings at macrecdistrict.com.
Children 8 years old or younger must have a parent or guardian in the water with them. Children between 8-12 years old must have a parent or guardian in the MAC facility with them.
School Year Aquatics at the MAC**
Tues
6am-9am
Lap Swim Independent Workout
Hot Tub Toddler Time
9:30am-12pm
Lap Swim
Hot Tub
Aqua Aerobics Toddler Time
12pm-3:30pm Partner Programs & Rentals
3:30pm-5:30pm** Private Rentals
Lap Swim
6am-9am
Lap Swim Independent Workout
Hot Tub Toddler Time
9:30am-12pm
Lap Swim
Hot Tub
Aqua Aerobics Toddler Time
12pm-3:30pm Partner Programs & Rentals
3:30pm-5:30pm**
Swim Lessons Lap Swim
6am-9am Lap Swim Independent Workout
Hot Tub Toddler Time
9:30am-12pm
Lap Swim
Hot Tub
Aqua Aerobics Toddler Time
12pm-3:30pm Partner Programs & Rentals
3:30pm-5:30pm** Swim Lessons Lap Swim
6am-9am Lap Swim Independent Workout
Hot Tub Toddler Time
9:30am-12pm
Lap Swim
Hot Tub
Aqua Aerobics Toddler Time
12pm-3:30pm Partner Programs & Rentals
3:30pm-5:30pm**
Swim Lessons Lap Swim
6am-9am Lap Swim Independent Workout
Hot Tub Toddler Time
9:30am-12pm
Lap Swim Independent Workout
Hot Tub Toddler Time
1pm-3pm Open Swim*
3:30pm-5:30pm Open Swim*
*Best practice for safety requires one lifeguard for every 40 patrons in the natatorium for our swim sessions. Pre-registration is highly recommended.
**Schedule may change depending on private rentals, swim team practices, swim meets, non-school days and weather. Check our website for the most up-to-date schedule of activities or give us a call at 541-475-4253.
Madras Aquatic Center (MAC)
Independent Workout, Lazy River Walking and Hot Tub
Come enjoy our pool and the benefits of exercising in the water. Generally, the leisure and lap pools have space available for independent workouts; please be kind and share the space. You can use our aqua exercise equipment and then soak in the hot tub after a good workout.
Lap Swim
Lap swimming takes place in the lap pool, and lap lanes will be divided by lanelines. Pool equipment (kickboards, flippers and pull buoy) is available to use during lap swim. Circle swimming may be required when there are more than two patrons to a lane, and is based on swim pace (slow, medium, or fast).
Toddler Time
Come enjoy our leisure pool with the little one. This time is dedicated for families with small children 5 years and younger to enjoy the pool without the larger crowds. Parents/guardians must accompany their child in the water. Toddler Time is designed for calm, water acclimation for our littlest patrons.
Open Swim
Play time for everyone! Enjoy our wonderful facility by floating around the lazy river, sliding down the 100-foot water slide, diving off the diving board, swinging off the rope swing, soaking in the hot tub, or just splashing around and having fun.
MAC SAFETY RULES
• Children 8 years and younger require a responsible adult IN THE WATER with them.
• Children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by a responsible adult IN THE FACILITY.
• Coast guard approved devices and foam pool noodles are permitted. No inflatables allowed.
• Hot tub users must be 16 years or older.
• Rinse off in the shower for a minimum of 30 seconds before getting into the pool.
All of our rules are designed to keep patrons safe and keep the pool in good condition.
Students We Serve
OREGON AT-A-GLANCE DISTRICT PROFILE
Jefferson County SD 509J
SUPERINTENDENT: Ken Parshall | 445 SE Buff St, Madras 97741 | 541-475-6192
Start Strong
Grades K-2
Students who attended more than 90% of their enrolled school days.
Grade 3 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
Students meeting state grade-level expectations.
2017-18
Academic Progress
Grades 3-8
INDIVIDUAL
Year-to-year progress in English language arts and mathematics.
High School Success
Students
Grade 12
Students earning a diploma within four years.
District Goals
Jefferson County School District 509-J will increase our four year co-hort graduation rate for all students from 78% in 2016-17 to 82% by the end of the 2018-19 school year as measured by the state four year graduation rate June 2018-2019.
State Goals
The Oregon Department of Education is working in partnership with school districts and local communities to ensure a 90% on-time, four year graduation rate by 2025. To progress toward this goal, the state will prioritize efforts to improve attendance, invest in implementing culturally responsive practices, and promote continuous improvement to close opportunity and achievement gaps for historically and currently underserved students.
Our Staff
OREGON AT-A-GLANCE DISTRICT PROFILE
Jefferson County SD 509J
SUPERINTENDENT: Ken Parshall | 445 SE Buff St, Madras 97741 | 541-475-6192
Outcomes
13 Administrators 169 Teachers 97 Educational assistants 9 Counselors 7 Librarians
$12,886 Teacher Experience
Grades 3-8
Grades K-2
OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE
Big Muddy Elementary
PRINCIPAL: Melinda Boyle | GRADES: K-8 | 1 Muddy Road, Antelope 97001 | 541-475-6192 Students We
2017-18
REGULAR ATTENDERS
Students
Year-to-year
MATHEMATICS
Students
School Goals
1. Improve instruction through job-embedded, high quality professional development for certified staff.
2. Provide time for teachers to collaborate in a Professional Learning Community (PLC) to ensure every student is learning grade level standards.
State Goals
The Oregon Department of Education is working in partnership with school districts and local communities to ensure a 90% on-time, four year graduation rate by 2025. To progress toward this goal, the state will prioritize efforts to improve attendance, invest in implementing culturally responsive practices, and promote continuous improvement to close opportunity and achievement gaps for historically and currently underserved students.
Safe & Welcoming Environment
Our school strives to ensure all students and their parents feel welcome in our school.
OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE
Big Muddy Elementary
PRINCIPAL: Melinda Boyle | GRADES: K-8 | 1 Muddy Road, Antelope 97001 | 541-475-6192
REGULAR
Not enough students
Not enough students ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
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MATHEMATICS
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enough students
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About Our School BULLYING, HARASSMENT, AND SAFETY POLICIES
· To ensure a safe and secure learning environment for all of our students, our school works with our school staff, and parents on a case-by-case basis to address conflict between students.
· We host yearly training opportunities to help staff recognize bullying and harassment and provide strategies for intervention.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Field Trips
Community Open House
Talent Show Participation
Music
Physical Education
PARENT
ENGAGEMENT
Our school engages our parents and community by hosting a variety of events intended for parents and community members to attend: · Open House
Mother’s Day Tea
School Site Council
Talent Show Participation
Parent Teacher Conferences
Graduation Celebration
Music Performances
Community Partnerships for PE, Music, and Art Classes
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Our school engages our parents and community by hosting a variety of events intended for parents and community members to attend:
· Open House
· Mother’s Day Tea · School Site Council
· Talent Show Participation
· Parent Teacher Conferences
· Graduation Celebration · Music Performances
Community Partnerships for PE, Music, and Art Classes
Students We Serve
OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE
Madras Primary School
PRINCIPAL: Christopher Wyland | GRADES: K-5 | 215 SE 10th St, Madras 97741 | 541-475-3520
REGULAR ATTENDERS
Students
Progress
Year-to-year
MATHEMATICS
Students
School Goals
1. Improve instruction through job-embedded, high quality professional development for certified and classified staff. 2. Provide time for teachers to collaborate in a Professional Learning Community (PLC) to ensure every student is learning grade level standards.
3. Provide additional time and support for students to be enriched and/or receive intervention.
4. Increase family and community engagement at Madras Elementary through a volunteer program and monthly events focused on college/career readiness and how to help your child at home.
State Goals
The Oregon Department of Education is working in partnership with school districts and local communities to ensure a 90% on-time, four year graduation rate by 2025. To progress toward this goal, the state will prioritize efforts to improve attendance, invest in implementing culturally responsive practices, and promote continuous improvement to close opportunity and achievement gaps for historically and currently underserved students.
Safe & Welcoming Environment
Positive Behavior Intervention & Supports (PBIS) Bullying and Harassment Prevention Guidance Lessons Counselor teaches guidance lessons once every two weeks to every student.
Social Skills Training (Second Steps Curriculum) Character traits are taught, reinforced, and celebrated monthly.
OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE
Madras Primary School
PRINCIPAL: Christopher Wyland | GRADES: K-5 | 215 SE 10th St, Madras 97741 | 541-475-3520
REGULAR ATTENDERS
About Our School BULLYING, HARASSMENT, AND SAFETY POLICIES
Students We Serve
OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE
Buff Intermediate School
PRINCIPAL: Billie White | GRADES: K-5 | 375 SE Buff St, Madras 97741 | 541-475-2457
REGULAR ATTENDERS
Students
Year-to-year
MATHEMATICS
Students
School Goals
Buff Elementary School staff is committed to providing high quality instruction for all students. Students will leave Buff Elementary School adequately prepared for the rigor and expectations of middle school.
State Goals
The Oregon Department of Education is working in partnership with school districts and local communities to ensure a 90% on-time, four year graduation rate by 2025. To progress toward this goal, the state will prioritize efforts to improve attendance, invest in implementing culturally responsive practices, and promote continuous improvement to close opportunity and achievement gaps for historically and currently underserved students.
Safe & Welcoming Environment
Buff Elementary School ensures that students and families feel welcome by including bilingual staff in our main office. All communication sent home to families will be translated so everyone has access. Interpreters are made available for conferences, open house, family nights, and other school meetings where parents are in attendance.
OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE
Buff Intermediate School
PRINCIPAL: Billie White | GRADES: K-5 | 375 SE Buff St, Madras 97741 | 541-475-2457 Our Staff
REGULAR ATTENDERS
ENGLISH LANGUAGE
About Our School
BULLYING, HARASSMENT, AND SAFETY POLICIES
At Buff Elementary School our counselor uses the Second Steps curriculum to inform students about bullying and harassment throughout the school year in classroom lessons. Teachers reinforce those lessons daily by reminding students our school rules: Be Safe, Be Respectful, and Be Responsible. Our staff hosts training quarterly in Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports do that we can do our part in improving social, emotional, and academic success for all students.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Buff Elementary school offers the following extra-curricular activities:
*Ethos music lessons
*STEM Clubs
*Counseling Clubs
*After School Tutoring
*Sport Camps (in conjunction with Madras High School)
*School Leadership Group
21st Century Afterschool Program
PARENT ENGAGEMENT
Buff Elementary School engages parents by hosting a variety of events intended for parents and community members:
*Open House
*Kindergarten Registration and Orientation
*AVID Family Night
*Breakfast with Santa
*Conferences
*Parent University
*Career Explorations
*Fire Prevention
*Water/Canal Safety
*OSU Nutrition
*FFA Activities
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Buff Elementary has a room designated for clothing. We collect winter coats, new and gently used clothing, shoes, and other necessities for families in need. We invite community members into the school during family engagement activities. Many local organizations donate regularly to reward student behavior at our Breakfast of Champions as well as our PBIS assemblies. Our students work together to thank those local businesses. Our counseling group finds a community need and students volunteer their time to help out. This year the chosen need was at our local humane society. Students gave back to their community by walking dogs, cleaning cages, feeding and watering the animals, and collecting needed items.
OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE
Jefferson County Middle School
PRINCIPAL: Simon White | GRADES: 6-8 | 1180 SE Kemper Way, Madras 97741 | 541-475-7253 Students We
REGULAR ATTENDERS
Students
Year-to-year
MATHEMATICS
Students
School Goals
The percentage of 6-8 grade students scoring proficient or higher in English Language Arts will increase from 37% in 2017-18 to 54% in 2018-19 by June 2019 as measured by the SBAC assessment.
The percentage of 6-8 grade students scoring proficient or higher in Math will increase from 18% in 2017-18 to 43% in 2018-19 by June 2019 as measured by the SBAC assessment.
State Goals
The Oregon Department of Education is working in partnership with school districts and local communities to ensure a 90% on-time, four year graduation rate by 2025. To progress toward this goal, the state will prioritize efforts to improve attendance, invest in implementing culturally responsive practices, and promote continuous improvement to close opportunity and achievement gaps for historically and currently underserved students.
Safe & Welcoming Environment
JCMS is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment: Comprehensive counseling services
Partnership with BestCare counseling services
Bullying and Harassment Staff/Student training
Positive Behavior Supports system and CHAMPS expectations
Safety and Security measures implemented: Card Lock system, Electronic Parent Sign in/out System, Volunteer background checks
Social Emotional Learning with a focus on engaging and empowering students
OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE
Jefferson County Middle School
PRINCIPAL: Simon White | GRADES: 6-8 | 1180 SE Kemper Way, Madras 97741 | 541-475-7253
Outcomes
REGULAR ATTENDERS
ENGLISH LANGUAGE
Teacher
About Our School
BULLYING, HARASSMENT, AND SAFETY POLICIES
Our goal at Jefferson County Middle School is to provide each student with a safe learning environment.
At JCMS, bullying will not be tolerated. Bullying can consist of one child bullying another, a group of children ganging up against one lone child, or one group of kids targeting another group. Common behaviors attributed to bullying include put-downs, name calling, racial slurs, rumors, gossip, verbal threats, menacing, harassment, intimidation, social isolation or exclusion and physical assaults.
Oregon State Law (ORS 339.351-339.364) prohibits bullying that takes place on or immediately near the school grounds, at any school-sponsored activity, on school-provided transportation or at any official school bus stop.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Athletics Programs: Fall/Winter/Spring
OSU SMILE Program
Middle School FFA
Kids Zone
21st Century after school Program
After-School Tutoring
AVID school-wide
NJHS
PARENT ENGAGEMENT
JCMS provides a variety of community engagements activities throughout the year:
Open House
Parent Conferences
Student of the Month recognition and luncheon
Parent nights: AVID, Outdoor School and Sports
Sports and Athletics
NJHS Induction Ceremony
Title 1a parents nights with a focus on literacy and math
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
JCMS provides a variety of community engagements activities throughout the year:
Science Fair
Turkey Bingo
End of the Year BBQ with community partners
School and District forums on school
improvment
Student Recognition at School Board meetings
Students We Serve
OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE
Madras High School
PRINCIPAL: Mark Neffendorf | GRADES: 9-12 | 390 SE 10th St, Madras 97741 | 541-475-7265
REGULAR ATTENDERS
Students
Students
2017-18
Students
FIVE-YEAR COMPLETION
Students
COLLEGE GOING
Students enrolling in a two or four year college within one year of completing high school.
School Goals
Madras High School will increase our four year co-hort graduation rate for all students from 78% in 2016-17 to 82% by the end of the 2018-19 school year as measured by the state four year graduation rate June 2018-2019.
State Goals
The Oregon Department of Education is working in partnership with school districts and local communities to ensure a 90% on-time, four year graduation rate by 2025. To progress toward this goal, the state will prioritize efforts to improve attendance, invest in implementing culturally responsive practices, and promote continuous improvement to close opportunity and achievement gaps for historically and currently underserved students.
Safe & Welcoming Environment
Our school strives to ensure all students and their parents feel welcome by including community liaisons in our school. All communication sent home through mail, phone, or text is translated for easy access. Interpreters are provided for parent conferences and other school meetings where parents are present.
OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE
Madras High School
PRINCIPAL: Mark Neffendorf | GRADES: 9-12 | 390 SE 10th St, Madras 97741 | 541-475-7265
REGULAR
Students We Serve
OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE
Bridges Career and Technical High School
PRINCIPAL: Brian Moran-Crook | GRADES: 9-12 | 410 SW 4th St, Madras 97741 | 541-475-4820
REGULAR ATTENDERS
Students
Students
2017-18
Students
FIVE-YEAR COMPLETION
Students
COLLEGE GOING
Students enrolling in a two or four year college within one year of completing high school. Coming in
Bridges High school will increase our four year co-hort graduation rate for all students from 51% in 2016-17 to 60% by the end of the 2018-19 school year as measured by the state four year graduation rate June 2018-2019.
State Goals
The Oregon Department of Education is working in partnership with school districts and local communities to ensure a 90% on-time, four year graduation rate by 2025. To progress toward this goal, the state will prioritize efforts to improve attendance, invest in implementing culturally responsive practices, and promote continuous improvement to close opportunity and achievement gaps for historically and currently underserved students.
Safe & Welcoming Environment
Our school strives to ensure all students and their parents feel welcome by including community liaisons in our school. All communication sent home through mail, phone, or text is translated for easy access. Interpreters are provided for parent conferences and other school meetings where parents are present.
OREGON AT-A-GLANCE SCHOOL PROFILE
Bridges Career and Technical High School
PRINCIPAL: Brian Moran-Crook | GRADES: 9-12 | 410 SW 4th St, Madras 97741 | 541-475-4820
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Bridges High School students may enroll in CTE courses at Madras High School. EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Our school offers a full variety of OSAA athletics through a partnership with Madras High School.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Our school engages our parents and community by hosting a variety of events intended for parents and community members to attend:of events intended for parents and community members to attend:
·Open Houses
·Family University
·Annual District Wide Community Engagement Event
MADRAS JEFFERSON COUNTY PROFILE
MOVE * START * GROW
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 and Seattle, 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 aquatic center, 5-plex theater, skateboard facility, annual airshow, water and snow skiing, camping, boat races, drag strip, circle track and more. Homes and land 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.
Janet Brown, Manager
2028 NW Berg Dr Madras, OR 97741
Lake Billy Chinook
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 multi-modal transportation services, Jefferson County is an ideal location for business enterprises. Additionally, abundant recreational opportunities make Jefferson County 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 500 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 to 100+ 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 * GROW their operations.
JEFFERSON COUNTY’S TOP 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 governments
More unique are the industries represented by the County’s larger employers, which include:
Advanced manufacturing (Keith Manufacturing, Warm Springs Composite Products, Shielding International and Earth20).
Aviation (Erickson Aero Tanker and Erickson Aircraft Collection).
Building products manufacturing (Bright Wood Corporation and Mid-Columbia Lumber).
Agriculture and related services (Central Oregon Seeds, Wilbur-Ellis Ag Services, CHS Ag Services and Helena Chemical).
Tribal enterprises (Indian Head Casino, Warm Springs Power, Warm Springs Telecom, Kah-Nee-Ta Resort, Warm Springs UAS (drone) Test Range)
Jefferson County’s Top 30 Employers
Source: EDCO, April – June 2016
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 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
farm and ranch commodities.
2016 AVERAGE WAGES FOR SELECT OCCUPATIONS Below are average hourly wages in Oregon, Washington, and California. The East Cascades region’s wages are typically below those of Oregon, often 10 to 20% Wages in Washington are typically higher than Oregon, while California wages routinely run at least 20% higher than those in Oregon.
Sources: Oregon Employment Department, Washington State Employment Security Department, and California Employment Development Department. The data used to create these estimates came from the Occupational Employment Survey. Data is for Q2 2016 – the most recent data available.
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.
In the private sector, Manufacturing is the strongest employment segment in Jefferson County with 16% 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 and Mining at 7% of total payroll.
Compared to the TriCounty 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.
Jefferson County Industry Composition (by 2015 payroll)
COST OF DOING BUSINESS IN JEFFERSON COUNTY
With industrial land costs at $1.00 to $2.00 per square foot, Jefferson County often has the most economical 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, the City of Madras rate of $0.07 per square foot per year 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 County having lower lease and construction rates.
Construction costs: $40 to $60
Source: EDCO Business Research, April 2016
$0.30-$0.60 $0.50-$1.50 $0.40-$1.50 $0.45-$0.60 $0.85-$1.50 $0.85-$1.50
$0.20-$0.35 $0.40-$0.90 $0.70-$1.00
Source: EDCO Business Research, May 2014. 1 NNN costs per square foot per month
$0.07-$0.45 $0.45-$0.90 $0.65-$1.00
Oregon has achieved national status for being a cost competitive location for business. The table below compares the cost of doing business in Oregon, Washington, and California. Major contributing factors to the Oregon advantage are no sales tax, no inventory tax, an affordable property tax system, and affordable labor costs. Average industrial, commercial, and residential power costs are nearly half those in California and on average 25% below national averages.
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 Oregon sales ($150-$100,000, approximately 0.1% of sales by entity) or an income-based levy of 6.6% on taxable income up to $1 million and 7.6% above that.
Relative Oregon sales are responsible 100% in determining U.S. corporate income taxable in Oregon. This single interstate factor stands in contrast to states that also use factors for property and payroll to apportion taxable income. It is advantageous to a business headquartered or producing tangible goods in Oregon, but selling products throughout the country, or the world, where it also operates, because its business Oregon tax liability is proportional only to its Oregon customer base, and that liability does not grow directly as a result of greater investment or employment in Oregon.
How the single sales factor works:
In its Oregon tax return, the business takes the ratio of Oregon sales to total U.S. sales and applies that ratio to its consolidated federal income. The result is Oregon taxable income. Oregon sales are based on where the greater cost of performance occurs for intangible sales. In the case of tangible goods, Oregon sales include the throwback of sales to customers where the entity would not otherwise be taxable. (Source: Business Oregon)
This tax policy is a major reason why Oregon is home to Intel’s largest global employment and capital investment. Single sales factor plays an important role for Nike, Columbia Sportswear, Keen, and other outdoor gear and apparel manufacturers’ continued growth of headquarters, R&D and warehouse operations.
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.
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. PLUS, Jefferson County is able to offer a Rural Enterprise Zone to qualifying companies. This additional incentive is not available in many other areas.
1 Location affects estimators only for property taxes.
2 Payroll taxes include federal Social Security & Medicare, but not local levies.
3 "Other taxes" includes any relevant business tax that would apply to the business scenario used in the example, including
taxes or sales & use taxes on current purchases. Table source: Business Oregon website
Workers Compensation Insurance
Workers’ compensation costs in Oregon are the 8th lowest in the county, highly favorable compared to other states. 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. The “pure premium” rate has either remained the same or decreased for 23 of the past 25 years. At $1.35, it’s currently the lowest it has been in 20 years, making this cost among the lowest in the country for employers.
According to the Workers' Compensation Division of Oregon OSHA, Oregon workers’ compensation costs, already among the lowest in the nation, will drop in 2016 for the third-straight year, by an average of 5.3 percent.
For manufacturers in places like California, the cost savings of workers’ compensation insurance in Oregon can be substantial. Even a company with 50 employees can realize six-figure annual savings on this one cost factor alone.
EMPLOYMENT TRENDS
From 2014 to 2015, jobs in the nation decreased by a rate of 2.34%. Oregon outpaced the nation’s job growth. Jefferson County added 250 jobs in May 2015, significantly more than the typical addition of 170 jobs. Over the past year, May 2014 to May 2015, Jefferson County added 370 jobs. Jefferson County’s rate of job growth, 6.1%, was the second fastest of Oregon’s 36 counties. The majority of growth remains split between manufacturing and local government, which includes tribal employment.
EMPLOYMENT GAINS IN THE PAST DECADE
Additionally, over the past decade more jobs were created in the tri-county area than four of the other five MSAs combined (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 6.1% increase.
UNEMPLOYMENT TRENDS
This chart provides a five-year perspective on unemployment in the Tri-County area. Since early 2011, unemployment rates have been reduced significantly. The unemployment rate dropped to 6.5% in Jefferson County, down from 7.3% in March 2015, a statistically significant decline.
Because of Central Oregon’s sustained strong in-migration, job creation typically lags population growth, a reason why historically, Oregon’s unemployment rate tracks higher than the national rate. However, as of March 2016, Central Oregon’s unemployment rate was 0.2% lower than the national rate.
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.
As in-migration to Central Oregon continues, demand for rental housing outstrips supply, exerting pressure on prices and generating growing interest in multifamily 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.
Source: Central Oregon Rental Owners Association (COROA); February 2014
Jefferson County has historically tracked lower in rent than adjacent counties. Because of this, housing in Jefferson County is particularly affordable.
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 all-time 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 visà-vis other popular metros across the country.
REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT TRENDS
Sources: Central Oregon Association of Realtors (COAR), National Association of Realtors
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.
Source: County Assessors in Crook, Deschutes, and Jefferson Counties. Each County’s fiscal year ends in June and data shown reflect that timeframe.
VALUATIONS
Real Market Value
Real market values for each county in the Tri-County region are highlighted in the adjacent table. Real market value for Jefferson County held steady the past two years.
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)
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.
Building Permits
Bank
Banks and Credit Unions in Jefferson County
Sources: FDIC Summary of Deposits, EDCO Business Research
Source: FDIC Summary of Deposits as of 6/30 for each year.
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.
Source: Jefferson County Building Department
$37,740,812
POPULATION GROWTH
Populations in Central Oregon
Source: Population Research Center, PSU. 1990 and 2000 Census numbers are for April 1 of that year, 2013 data is for July 1, 2013.
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.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (2000, 2010); Portland State University (2012); OregonOffice ofEconomic Analysis (2015 – 2050).
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. TriCounty 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.
Public Schools in Jefferson County
School District Students Schools Website
Crook County
Crook SD 3,506 11 crookcounty.k12.or.us
Deschutes County
Bend-La Pine SD 16,905 28 bend.k12.or.us
Redmond SD 7,055 13 redmond.k12.or.us
Sisters SD 1,688 3 sisters.k12.or.us
Jefferson County
JeffersonSD509J 2,915 7 Jcsd.k12.or.us
Culver SD 670 3 culver.k12.or.us
Tri-County Total 32,739 65 NA
Source: Oregon Department of Education; local school districts
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.
School Enrollment
Madras/Warm Springs-509J 2,915
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 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.
Big Muddy Elementary 18
Culver School District 670
Source: Local School Districts
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.
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 OSUCascades 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.
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
Central Oregon Community College (COCC) cont’d.
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.
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
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.
Natural Gas
Natural gas is available throughout most of Jefferson County, with the exception of Culver, Crooked River Ranch, and Warm Springs, and is supplied by Cascade Natural Gas Corporation (888-5221130) serving more than 44,000 industrial, commercial and residential customers in Central Oregon. Potential 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.
*Requires specific contract and usage conditions; 1 therm = 1,000 BTUs
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 flow 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.
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
Jefferson County is served by world class telecommunications providers. CenturyLink, the incumbent local exchange carrier, provides PSTN voice and data services over ADSL, T-Carrier, Frame-Relay, and ISDN. Digital television service, VOIP, and high-speed residential and commercial Internet services are provided by Crestview Cable Communications and BendBroadband. Quantum Communications provides business fiber transport services.
Telecom Providers in Jefferson County
BendBroadband Res & Comm’l 541-382-5551
CenturyLink Res & Comm’l www.centurylink.com
Community Broadband Res & Comm’l 541-504-6617
Crestview Cable Res & Comm’l 541-447-4342
Mid Oregon Telephone LLC Commercial 541-475-6746
Quantum Communications Commercial 541-923-5599
Warm Springs Telco Res & Comm’l 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.
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
Flying Time to Markets Served by
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 expan- sion project, increasing the size of the termi- nal six-fold. In 2013, daily nonstop service between RDM and LAX began with Ameri- can Airlines, bringing the number of carriers at the airport to four (Alaska, American, United, and Delta). FedEx, UPS, and the USPS
Salt Lake City, UT 1
30
San Francisco, CA 2 hours 8 min Seattle, WA 1 hour 10 min
Source: Redmond Municipal Airport (www.flyrdm.com)
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 AirportIndustrial Park and is the north-south corridor from Canada to Mexico, and proceeds north to connect with I-84, the eastwest 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 Airport- Industrial 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 page.
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.
Source: Mapquest
Distance from Madras, Oregon
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
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 welldeveloped 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.
ADDITIONAL BUSINESS RESOURCES
City of Madras
2028 NW Berg Dr | Madras, OR 97741 541-390-6275 | www.edcoinfo.com
Business Resources in Jefferson County
www.ci.madras.or.us | 541-475-2344
125 SW E Street, Madras, OR 97741
Jefferson County
www.co.jefferson.or.us | 541-475-2449
66 SE D Street, Madras, OR 97741
Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs
Lonny Macy, Planning Director, www.warmsprings.com 541-553-1161 | Warm Springs, OR 97761
City of Culver
http://cityofculver.net/ | 541-546-6494
200 First Ave., P.O. Box 256, Culver Oregon 97734
City of Metolius http://www.cityofmetolius.org/ | 541-546-5533
636 Jefferson Ave, Metolius, OR 97741
Crooked River Ranch www.crookedriverranch.com | 541-548-8939 or 800-637-5435
5195 SW Clubhouse Rd., Crooked River Ranch, OR 97760
Oregon Employment Department (OED) www.employment.oregon.gov | 541-475-2382
243 SW 3rd Street, Suite B, Madras, OR 97741
Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council (COIC) www.coic.org | 541-548-8163
2158 SE Airport Way, Redmond, OR 97756
Madras/Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce www.madraschamber.com | 541-475-2350
274 SW 4th Street, Madras, OR 97741
Madras Pioneer newspaper www.madraspioneer.com | 541-475-2275 345 SE 5th Street, Madras, OR 97741
MEMBERS OF MADRAS/JEFFERSON COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Bright Wood Corporation
Brooks Resources
Central Oregon Basalt Products
Central Oregon Seed, Inc.
CHS
City of Culver
City of Madras
City of Metolius
Columbia Bank
Crooked River Ranch HOA
EartH2O
Indian Head Casino
Inn at Cross Keys
Innovative Business Solutions
Jefferson County
Joe Krenowicz
Keith Manufacturing
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT
Janet Brown, Manager
Jefferson County Economic Development
2028 NW Berg Dr
Madras, OR 97741
541-390-6275
janet@edcoinfo.com
Madras Erickson Thriftway
Madras Sanitary Service
Pacific Power
Portland General Electric
Shielding International/Oregon Embroidery
Shirley Metcalf
Skanska USA Group
St. Charles Madras
Tena & Roy Jackson
TS&S Ford
Vanek Farms
Warm Springs Planning
Warm Springs Power & Water
Warm Springs Telecom
Warm Springs Ventures
Wilbur-Ellis
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
Central Oregon Golf Courses
Aquatic Fitness and Fun for the Health of Our Community
Recreation Swim
Play time for everyone. Enjoy our wonderful facility by floating around the lazy river, sliding down the 300 foot water slide, swinging on our popular rope swing or just splash around and have fun. The MAC offers recreation swim times multiple times everyday.
Regular Rec. Swim
Monday
4:00-6:30 Leisure Pool
6:30-7:30 3 Lanes Lap Pool & Leisure Pool
Tuesday
4:00-6:30 Leisure Pool
Wednesday
4:00-6:30 Leisure Pool
6:30-7:30 3 Lanes Lap Pool & Leisure Pool
Thursday
4:00-6:30 Leisure Pool
Friday
1:00-3:00 All Pools
4:00-6:30 Leisure Pool
6:30-7:30 3 Lanes Lap Pool & Leisure Pool
Saturday/Sunday
1:00-4:00 All Pools
Mommy & Me Rec.
Monday thru Friday 11:00am-12:30pm
Directed for young children and their guardians. Children need to be 5 years old and younger to participate. Slide will not be available during this time.
Leisure Pool/Spa Rec.
Monday thru Friday 4:00-6:30pm Lap pool will not be available during this time. Slide will be available.
Aquatic Fitness and Fun for the Health of Our Community
Membership
HEALTHY – BE ACTIVE – BE INVOLVED BE A MAC MEMBER
With a membership to the Madras Aquatic Center you and/or your family are opening the door to a healthy active lifestyle. The MAC is an amazing facility with state-of-the-art swimming pools and being a member enables you to be a part of our swimming community. There are multiple benefits to being a MAC member. Every program we offer MAC members receive a large discount. Cost:
Membership Benefits
Unlimited use of pool(s) during lap swim & rec. swim times.
Discount on swimming lessons
Discount on adult fitness classes
Discount on room/facility rentals
Overnight locker use
Discount on Madras Swim Team involvement & many more
Automatic Monthly Bank Withdrawal
Inquire at the MAC front desk about receiving a MAC membership with monthly bank withdrawals.
You receive all the benefits of a MAC membership with a more convenient and affordable payment method.
Begins: 06/18/2012
Ends 09/09/2012
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Hot Tub Available During All Open Hours PRIVATE POOL PARTIES SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS 4:00PM - 6:00PM MADRAS AQUATIC CENTER 541 475 4253 www.macaquatic.com
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Cove Palisades Resort and Marina
Welcome to the Cove Palisades Resort
Just 45 minutes North of Bend and located in the heart of sunny Central Oregon lies the houseboating, water skiing and fishing mecca known as Lake Billy Chinook. Fed by the Deschutes, Crooked and Metolius Rivers, Lake Billy Chinook is always full in the summer and offers three unique arms and over seventy two miles of shoreline. Cascade Mountain Vistas, basalt spires, soaring bald eagles and the steep canyon walls will awe you.
At Cove Palisades Resort we are a full service resort, specializing in the rentals of houseboats, ski boats, fishing boats, pontoon boats, wave runners, kayaks, pedal boats and all the water toys. Our luxury houseboats offer all the conveniences of home with hot tubs, TV’s, coffeemakers, cd stereos with Bose speakers, propane barbecues, water slides, air conditioners, spacious floor plans and will accommodate up to 15 people. For those wishing to play on the water all day but sleep on land at night there are nearby state owned campgrounds and cabins. We offer daily and summer moorage, a cafe and a fully stocked store.
The goal of our friendly and highly trained staff is to far exceed your expectations and deliver you the vacation of a lifetime.
Call us today and we will help you put together a package that will fit your budget and please remember to bring your camera to capture the lasting memories and the whole family relaxing and smiling.
Cove Palisades Resort and Marina
5700 SW Marina Drive Culver, Or 97734
Call for reservations or more info.
541-546-9999
877-546-7171 toll free
info@covepalisadesresort.com
important Phone Numbers:
emergencies
Call 911
the Cove Palisades state Park (541) 546-3412
the Cove Palisades Marina (866) 546-7171
Open April thru October
U.s Forest service/sisters
ranger District (541) 549-7700
Crooked river National Grasslands (541) 475-9272 or (541) 416-6640
Portland General electric (541) 325-5333
(Round Butte Office)
Confederated tribes of Warm springs (541) 553-2001
(Natural Resources Branch)
Jefferson County Marine Patrol (541) 475-6520
You
Reservations
or
www.oregonstateparks.org www.boatoregon.com
Lake Billy Chinook
Lake History
Lake Billy Chinook has existed since 1964 when Portland General Electric constructed the Round Butte Dam. The lake was named for Billy Chinook, a wellknown Wasco Indian scout from the Warm Springs region who traveled with explorer John Fremont in 1843.
PGE operated the Round Butte Hydroelectric Project until 1999 when it entered into an agreement with The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs to co-manage the hydroelectric facilities. The project generates approximately 800,000 megawatts electricity per year for residents in the Portland metropolitan area.
Surrounded by mostly public lands, Lake Billy Chinook includes 72 miles of shoreline and a surface area of 4,000 acres. Its deepest point is 400 feet at Round Butte Dam. The reservoir stays full, or within one foot of full, from June 15-September 15.
a rea Geo L o G y
About 10-12 million years ago, alternating layers of stream sediments, volcanic debris and basaltic lava flowed from the Cascade Mountain Range into a huge basin in this area. Named the “Deschutes Formation,” these exposed layers of material were capped by lava flows from Cascade volcanos three million years ago. Known as “rimrock basalt,” the cap is easily seen high atop the steep cliffs of the canyons. Subsequent periods of dramatic water erosion and volcanic activity have formed the awe-inspiring canyons and vertical cliffs seen today.
tH e Cove Pa L isa D es s t a t e P a r k
A popular year-round destination for camping and water sports, the park has a history that predates Lake Billy Chinook. The state leased the first land for a park in the Crooked River Canyon in 1940. The land included the site of a homestead named the “The Cove” after a popular swimming hole on the Crooked River. The name stuck as more park land was purchased during the next 20 years. The “Palisades” part of the name refers to the tall column-like formations seen in the basalt rimrocks. The park now consists of 4,403 acres, not including its original parcel lying 200 feet below the reservoir’s surface.
The temperature in this Oregon oasis is hot in the summer and mild in the winter. “The Cove” hums with activity on the water: boating, kayaking, fishing, water-skiing and swimming.
the park also offers:
• Boating facilities in three large day-use areas;
• A full-service marina;
• 10 miles of hiking trails leading to excellent wildlife viewing and dramatic scenery;
• 265 campsites, including 174 RV sites;
• Three deluxe log cabins,
• Three group tent areas.
SCALE
LAKE BILLY CHINOOK
ROUND BUTTE DAM THE COVE PALISADES STATE PARK BOUNDARY
Boater Education Card Required
Boater Education Card Required
Boats on the right have right-of-way (just like in your car).
The state of Oregon requires anyone operating a powerboat greater than 10 hp and youths ages 12-15 operating any sized powerboat to have a boater education card. The mandatory boater education law is being phased in as follows: 60 and younger in 2007; 70 in 2008 and all boaters in 2009. Children under 12 may not operate a powerboat in Oregon. Boat renters do not need a card but must complete the watercraft rental safety checklist.
Motorboats must give way to sail boats, which are constrained by wind and current. Slow down (give way) if another boat crosses in front of you from the right.
When meeting head on, each boater needs to turn to the right to avoid a collision.
When passing, stay clear of other vessels. Stay on course. ROUND BUTTE OVERLOOK PARK
FLOATING RESTROOM (OPRD)
(OPRD)
Lake Billy Chinook’s varied catch includes Kokanee (sockeye salmon), small and largemouth bass, and many trout species. The lake is especially well known for its bull trout fishery. Both a tribal angling permit and a state of Oregon fishing license are required to fish on the Metolius arm, which has a limited season. You can buy tribal angling permits at The Cove Palisades Marina or from local convenience stores. The Crooked River and Deschutes arms of the lake are open year-round. Crawfishing is also popular. An ADA accessible fishing platform is located at the Crooked River Day-Use Area. Two floating restrooms for boaters and anglers are anchored off the Kettle Falls area near the Round Butte Dam and along the Deschutes arm downstream of the Lower Deschutes Day-Use Area.
The state of Oregon requires anyone operating a powerboat greater than 10 hp and youths ages 12-15 operating any size powerboat to have a boater education card. The mandatory boater education law is being phased in as follows: 45 and younger in 2005; 50 in 2006; 60 in 2007; 70 in 2008 and all boaters in 2009. Children under 12 may not operate any powerboat in Oregon. If renting a boat, you will not need a card but will need to complete the watercraft rental safety checklist. Visit www.boatoregon.com or call (503) 378-8587 for details.
CHINOOK ISLAND Restrooms TO THREE RIVERS & PERRY SOUTH
OPRD LOG CABINS PARK HEADQUARTERS
This rugged and isolated landform is a nationally recognized research natural area under multi-agency ownership. The largest remnant of an enormous basalt lava flow that swept into the area ages ago, The Island has one of the last remaining ungrazed and unaltered ecosystems of its type in the United States. It is an important habitat for eagles and other raptors. Damage from recreation led to the Island’s closure in 1997 to all use except research and education. However, the nine-
In Case of Emergency
Visit www.boatoregon.com or call (503) 378-8587 for details. In Case of Emergency
mile Tam-a-lau Trail near the Deschutes Campground offers a similar hiking experience. Parking and day-use permits are available at the Upper Deschutes Day-Use Area.
Camping
IMPORTANT NUMBERS
CABLE COMPANY
Bend Broadband ............................. .... 1-800-285-2330
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Madras Chamber .541-475-2350
Crooked River Ranch 541-923-2679
CITY SERVICES (Madras)
City Hall .................................................................. 541-475-2344
Police (Non-Emergency) ........................................ 541-475-2424
Public Works Department ......................................541-475-2622
CITY SERVICES (Culver)
City Hall
CITY SERVICES (Metolius)
541-546-3494
City Hall 541-546-5533
COUNTY SERVICES
Library………………………………………………………………….541-475-3351
Fairgrounds ..541-325-5050
Planning Department
541-475-4462
Sheriff (Non-Emergency) 541-475-2201
Fire Department ..541-475-7274
MEDIA
The Madras Pioneer .............................................. 541-475-2275
Cascade Business News ........... 541-388-5665
MEDICAL
St. Charles Madras ................................................. 541-475-3882
PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Jefferson County School District............................. 541-475-6192
Culver School District ............................................. 541-546-2541
REFUSE/RECYCLING
Madras Sanitary ..................................................... 541-475-2071
Jefferson County Landfill ..541-388-1910
TAXES
County Tax Info ...................................................... 541-325-0435
UTILITIES
CenturyLink .1-855-626-8452
Pacific Power .1-888-221-7070
Central Electric Co-op . 541-475-3266
Cascade Natural Gas ............. 1-888-522-1130
WATER/SEWER
Water/Sewer ..541-475-2344
Deschutes Valley Water ..541-475-3849
North Unit Irrigation District .541-475-3625
Crooked River Ranch Water .541-923-1041
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