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Do you think Central Oregon should be put on a 2 week pause?
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709 Votes

Do you think Central Oregon should be put on a 2 week pause?

Yes, I think we should.

6

No, I don't think we need a pause.

6

Yes, I think we should.

6 Comments
Tim Allen
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Tim Allen

Since we have a nightclub in town losing there liquor license, that tells you that the people don't get it. Take away their beer and maybe, just maybe they will listen.

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Susan Brock
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Susan Brock

Not enough young people are paying attention to what is going on.

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J Grubbs
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J Grubbs

People in our community need a bit of wake up call regarding the seriousness of this virus. When you have a family member as we have so close to not making it. It shakes you to your core. Pause please

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Marie Gilbert
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Marie Gilbert

Cases are rising, not all people wear masks or they do not wear them properly. My husband and I are both high risk... we would love to be able to see out kid's and grandkid's again someday!

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Oneribshy
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Oneribshy

Sure Why not! You all (NOT ME) voted for Biden He will save the day for you! Maybe he can get a deal with China to make new small businesses by mail order!

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k san
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k san

It is obvious our counts are getting worse, not better. If we are ever going to win this battle, we have to all wear masks and social distance. It is the only way since vaccine will not be widely available until mid-next year.

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No, I don't think we need a pause.

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Matt Stickler
1
Matt Stickler

Valley people need to stay on their own side of the mountains, other than emergencies and trucking needs, especially during the holiday season.

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Rick Allen
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Rick Allen

NO never this has gone far enough, so tired of the chicken little's crying the sky is falling the sky is falling, my faith is in GOD, NOT Science! Central Oregon is jut fine, Bend well ???

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Ben Hargis
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Ben Hargis

Why should we suffer for Portland's problems?

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💛🖤 RAG 💛🖤
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💛🖤 RAG 💛🖤

They need to shut down and fine social gatherings in the under 30 crowd 🙄 THATS where the spread is starting and spreading from 🤬

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Robert Northrup
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Robert Northrup

We can't afford a shutdown. As it is corporations are behind Biden and would like a national shutdown to kill small business competition. Many are already destroyed.

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Should a judge block the May first closure of China Hat road?
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979 Votes

Should a judge block the May first closure of China Hat road?

YES

3

NO

20

YES

3 Comments
Louis Vaday
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Louis Vaday

This made an error! I voted NO and it recorded yes! They shouldn't {and ALL} shouldn't be allowed on all public land because they do not follow rules! Dumping garbage, open flames during fire season, over extending time stay, etc. And now because of them our insurance is going up and land value goin

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Brad Hunter
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Brad Hunter

Because they are steam rolling the homeless

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NO

20 Comments
Tammy Salka
1
Tammy Salka

The homeless are not residents, they are squatters!

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Kayla Sulak
1
Kayla Sulak

These people have had MONTHS of notice. Nobody ever told them it's acceptable to post up long-term there, so they shouldn't have planted their belongings out there if they have no way to move it. This sets a bad precedent if they're allowed to stay.

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Richard Williams
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Richard Williams

I can no longer use this area of public land for fear of walking into a homeless camp or being attacked by their "pets". This land is for all of us to use, not just the homeless.

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Joanna Lee
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Joanna Lee

Safety should be the biggest concern here. If these people are homeless, they can travel to another area to reside. Forest service doesn't always implement preventative measures. So this being one of the times they do. Its important to make sure it happens. Before there is anymore devastating fires.

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Shane Murray
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Shane Murray

The homeless have trashed the forest out there. It makes me sick

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Greg Deadbolt Leach
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Greg Deadbolt Leach

Time to move these people to the Attorneys and Judges front lawns!!!

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Karen Thrower
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Karen Thrower

The China Hat area has been badly damaged and disrespected by campers.

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Jeannie H.
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Jeannie H.

How is this their "home"? Have they paid property tax like the rest of us? How is this state even justifying this?!?!

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Nancy
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Nancy

They’ve had plenty of time to move. Why can the homeless trash/burn our beautiful forest? Tax paying citizens are only allowed to camp for 14 days! What about the homeowners rights near China Hat, they need to feel safe in their own community! This has gone on way too long and I’m surprised!

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Lynn Marie Leehmann
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Lynn Marie Leehmann

If you look at the Federal Regulations for camping on Federal land it states only 14 days. These people have over stated their welcome, they need to go and they have known about this for at least six months.

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Brad Aimone
1
Brad Aimone

It is ironic the Bend Equity Group has filed a lawsuit to block the closure. Where is the indignation for the horrible environmental damage done by these campers who’ve violated the USFS long standing limit of a 14 day stay in a primitive camp site?

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Nancy Roquero
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Nancy Roquero

This has gone on too long. The forests near Woodside community and other neighborhoods need fire protection and protection from the homeless with guns and vicious dogs and the garbage left behind. The homeless have had plenty of notice.

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Lisa York
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Lisa York

the USFS has been planning this burn since Oct 2019... more than enough time for the homeless/advocacy groups to come up with a plan to move...

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Debbie Boyd
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Debbie Boyd

This has been going on for way too long & it is ridiculous to postpone as they have known this needs to be done. The forest needs to be protected & these do gooders are too late to the game & so much time & money spent on homeless with ZERO results. We need DOGE. for Oregon!

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Bendlover
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Bendlover

I haven't felt safe hiking or biking there for years due to the aggressive homeless people out there.

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Pam
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Pam

We need to ensure that the lands are managed for the enjoyment/needs of all peoples, not a select few

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pamcuny
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pamcuny

I worry every year WHO is in the woods starting fires, whether deliberate or unintentional consequences…

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Jeff Sanders
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Jeff Sanders

I live near China Hat and used to love going out the with my dog. Once weapons started be pulled on people that stopped. I want my forest back. Good riddance to the whole lot. Don't ever come back.

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Latterdaysaint
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Latterdaysaint

There needs to be more homeless shelters in the city!

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Kim Kahl
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Kim Kahl

The danger of fire starting in this area is incredibly high and impacts large subdivisions. It is mandatory to close this area for the safety of all. This should not be a place for camping to be allowed as it has been.

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Are you concerned about the findings of the DA's investigation into Sheriff Van Der Kamp?
KTVZ Asked by KTVZ
857 Votes

Are you concerned about the findings of the DA's investigation into Sheriff Van Der Kamp?

Yes

9

No

1

Yes

9 Comments
Timothy MacGillivray
1
Timothy MacGillivray

He should be FIRED immediately as he is the individual in charge of the entire department. He must set the standard of honesty and integrity for both staff and the Public. What type of leader is this? Why is this even being questioned? He faced charges in La Mesa, California as well!

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steven
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steven

I just heard the recording. He lied about lying. Gotta go.

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David Kline
0
David Kline

Sad to see this happen.

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Susan Kate Mayer
0
Susan Kate Mayer

Good job DA! Glad someone is doing their job

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Michael Hickey
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Michael Hickey

Why is he still in this position, come on Deschutes Co. This is pathetic.

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Laura Wattenbarger
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Laura Wattenbarger

How can he be trusted to be truthful in anything if he lied about even just this one thing? A man in his position shouldn't be lying about anything at all and the fact that he did makes him untrustworthy 100%.

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Anne King
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Anne King

If he can't be honest about such a basic thing as his education, he can't be trusted with Deschutes County's safety! What else has he lied about? He should resign!

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No

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Steven Huillet
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Steven Huillet

Just more Liberal attacks on Conservative. This is what they do because they lost the elections. Poor losers!

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