The Vision

La Pine 2045 Vision

ABOUT THE VISION PROCESS

Thank you to all those who engaged in the vision process throughout the summer and fall of 2023! Residents, business, and property owners participated in community workshops, stakeholder meetings, and public surveys to understand what the community values about La Pine and wishes for the future. Outreach efforts for visioning included mailers with utility bills, and flyers around town to harbor additional input. 

City staff attended over 6 community events, including:

  • Music in The Pines
  • Harvest Fair
  • Trunk or Treat
  • Chamber Breakfast
  • Rotary Club
  • La Pine High School
City of La Pine Oregon 2045 Vision

What did we hear from the community?

In La Pine, residents cherish its close-knit community and natural surroundings, yet debate the consequences of growth, fearing traffic, loss of character, and local businesses. They seek thoughtful development, prioritizing improved infrastructure, amenities, and support for local businesses. Challenges include strained infrastructure, high living costs, and differing views on growth strategies. Balancing development with preserving La Pine’s identity remains crucial amidst tensions between growth advocates and preservationists.

Vision Goals

  • Infrastructure and Traffic Management: Invest in infrastructure improvements to address concerns about increased traffic, ensuring that the town's roads and services can accommodate growth without sacrificing the quality of life for residents. Focus on developing efficient transportation solutions, including potential road expansions, traffic controls, and pedestrian-friendly pathways.
  • Preservation of Small-Town Feel: Balance growth with the preservation of La Pine's small-town charm, history, and natural beauty. Develop and implement strategies to preserve the small-town charm of La Pine while accommodating necessary growth. This may involve architectural guidelines, maintaining green spaces, and supporting local businesses that contribute to the town's unique character.
  • Economic Development: Attract a diverse range of businesses, with a focus on affordable grocery stores and restaurants, both local enterprises, and larger chains, to meet the community's needs. Develop incentives to attract industrial and commercial uses.
  • Balanced Growth Strategies: Develop and implement growth strategies that prioritize economic development while preserving La Pine's small-town feel and community values, striking a balance between progress and maintaining the unique character of the town. Strive for managed and balanced growth that considers the needs of the community, ensuring that new developments enhance the town without overwhelming existing infrastructure.
  • Enhanced Community Services: Enhance community services, including affordable childcare options, improved healthcare facilities, and recreational opportunities for residents of all ages. Prioritize the development of communal spaces, parks, and facilities that foster a sense of community.

City Of La Pine

La Pine 2045 Vision & comprehensive plan Update

Pioneering our Future Together. Join us on the journey to 2045.

City of La Pine, Oregon

P.O. Box 2460

16345 Sixth Street

La Pine, Oregon 97739

(541) 536-1432

lapine2045@lapineoregon.gov

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