More than $52 million headed to Central and Eastern Oregon for infrastructure upgrades

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — More than $52 million in new funding is coming to Central and Eastern Oregon for major infrastructure projects. The investment is part of a larger statewide effort, but a significant portion will directly support growing communities across the region.

The largest share — $42 million — is going to Oregon State University–Cascades for a new Student Health and Recreation Center in Bend. The facility will expand campus services and provide new health and wellness amenities for students.

Other projects include wastewater system upgrades in Chiloquin and Terrebonne, along with new infrastructure planning in Crescent.

State leaders say these targeted investments will help Central Oregon keep pace with rapid population growth and the rising demand for reliable public services.