Finally, the city and county decisions regarding where to expand the Bend UGB fail to <br />explain (adequately) why certain lands are included, while others are not. An important <br />aspect of this decision is the location of futLn'e sewer system investments, and the <br />Director agrees that the planning for those system improvements is all important <br />consideration in deciding where to locate the boundary. However, the findings and <br />technical work supporting the decision are conflicting in some aspects. and do not appear <br />to providc recision-makers with an adequate basis for making decisions about the long- <br />term cost implications of expanding the boundary in particular locations. <br />The Department of Land Conservation and Development has committed a substantial <br />amount of staff time and funding to working with the city and county to plan for the <br />connmuunity's future. This decision is designed to help move that effort forward, and the <br />department will continue to offer its assistance as Bend plans for its future. <br />Bend UGB Order 001775 4 of 156 January 8, 2010 <br />