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Government
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- Departments
- Administration
- Community Development
- Code Enforcement
- Human Resources
- Finance
- Police
- Public Works
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Doing Business
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- Forms, Applications & Permits
- Docs, Reports & Presentations
- Bids and RFPs
- Community Development
- City Ordinances
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- Start a Business
- Business Licenses
- Business Assistance Programs
- Fee Schedule
- Marijuana Business Resources
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Chamber of Commerce
- Economic Development of Central Oregon (EDCO)
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Community
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- About
- Welcome to Madras
- Madras History
- Sister City - Tomi City, Japan
- Citizen Input Surveys
- Recreation
- City Trail System
- City Parks Map
- Jefferson Co. Fairgrounds
- Desert Peaks Golf Course
- Madras Cinema 5
- Madras Parks Directory
- Biking
- MAC Recreation District/Pool
- Performing Arts Center
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- Education
- 509j School District
- Jefferson Co. Kids Club
- Central Oregon Community College
- Transportation
- Cascade East Transit
- Madras Airport
- ODOT Trip Check
- Public Safety
- Madras Police
- Jeff. Co. Sheriff
- Hospital
- Fire/EMS
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- Water/Sewer Utilities
- Start/Stop City Water/Sewer Service
- Deschutes Valley Water District
- Water Quality Report
- Other Utilities & Services
- Pacific Power
- Central Electric Co-op
- Gas Utility
- Garbage Service
- Community Yard Sale
- Civic Groups
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How Do I?
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Column 1
- Pay My Utility Bill
- Apply for a Job
- Apply for a Community Grant
- Contact the City
- Submit a Request or Concern
- Submit a Public Records Request
- Start or Cancel Utility Service
- Contact Mayor & City Council
- View Directory
- View City Ordinances
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- Stay Informed
- Subscribe to City Alerts
- Subscribe to Emergency Alerts
- City News
- Youtube
- Find a Meeting
- Find Zoning Rules
- Get Involved
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News & Events
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- Community Events
- Airshow of the Cascades
- Community Yard Sale
- Saturday Market
- Jefferson County Fairgrounds
- Madras Drag Racing
- Madras Community Events Facebook
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Equal Housing Opportunity
It is the policy of the City of Madras to provide, within constitutional limitations, for fair housing through the City of Madras for all residents.
The federal Fair Housing Act protects your right to rent an apartment, buy a home, obtain a mortgage, or purchase homeowners insurance free from discrimination based on:
- Race
- Color
- Religion
- Gender
- National Origin
- Disability (mental and physical)
- Familial Status (presence of children under 18 in the house)
Links to Fair Housing Enforcement and Education Agencies:
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development: Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity
https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/fair_housing_equal_opp
Oregon Housing and Community Services (Public Housing Authority of Oregon)
https://www.oregon.gov/OHCS/pages/index.aspx
Fair Housing Council of Oregon (includes Legal Aid Assistance)
http://fhco.org/
National Association of Realtors - Fair Housing Program
https://www.nar.realtor/fair-housing/fair-housing-program
Fair Housing Initiatives Program
https://www.hud.gov/
Fair Housing Act
https://www.justice.gov/crt/fair-housing-act-1
National Fair Housing Alliance
https://nationalfairhousing.org/
FDIC Compliance with Fair Housing
https://www.fdic.gov/regulations/laws/rules/2000-6000.html#fdic2000part338
The Fair Housing Council of Oregon (FHCO) is a statewide non-profit organization that provides a wide range of resources to communities. They promote equal housing by providing education, outreach, technical assistance, and enforcement opportunitities. Their contact information is:
Fair Housing Council of Oregon
506 SW 6th Avenue, Suite 1111
Portland, OR 97204
Phone: (503) 223-8295, (800) 424-3247
Email: information@fhco.org