1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 In this episode of BendBeat, Brian Ladd sits down with Stephanie Betteridge, Bend’s Chief Innovation Officer and Assistant City Manager, to explore how innovation, data, and a people-first mindset are shaping the future of Bend. From AI and public dashboards to snowplow tech and roundabout art, Stephanie reveals the behind-the-scenes work that makes Bend not just function—but thrive. If you’ve ever wondered how local government can be both high-tech and human-centered, this is a must-listen. 🔎 Topics Covered: What “innovation” really means for a city like Bend How AI is responsibly improving local government operations The story behind Bend’s snowplow and service-request dashboards Surprising facts about roundabouts and public art How YOU can get involved in shaping Bend’s future 📲 Connect with Us: Visit https://bendpropertysource.com 🏡 Have questions about real estate? We're here to help—whether you're looking to buy a home, sell your residential home, or explore homes for sale, we’ve got you covered! 📩 Email us at info@bendpropertysource.com or 📞 call 541-633-45 BendBEAT http://bendbeat.libsyn.com/website <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/36841725/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/content/189179630