17.15.010 Introduction.
It is the policy of the City of Hood River to promote orderly, efficient, and fiscally responsible annexation of territories in conjunction with urban growth or expected or desired urban growth within the urban growth area. Accordingly, the City shall annex property where.
1. The proposed annexation represents the natural extension of the existing City boundary consistent with urban growth;
2. The proposed annexation would not, when developed or as developed, unreasonably limit the ability of the City to provide a level of services to City residents consistent with community needs and the financial capabilities of the City, as determined by the City;
3. The proposed annexation would not cause the City to pledge extension of services beyond its resources so as to result in a deficit operation of the service;
4. The proposed annexation would serve the interests of the entire community and not solely the interests or convenience of those within the territory proposed to be annexed.