Metolius: Located 4 miles southwest of Madras on Highway 361. The predominantly residential community is surrounded by agricultural ground. The relatively flat ground gives most residents a fantastic view of the surrounding mountains. The city has two parks with picnic areas and playground equipment. The businesses located in/near Metolius include a restaurant, tavern, self-serve laundry, two markets, and one gas station. There is a kindergarten through fifth grade, school located in Metolius.

Metolius History: Metolius had its beginnings in the early 1900's. Homesteaders began settling in the Central Oregon area in the late 1800's. The City Hall has retained early records of Town council meetings. Earliest records were handwritten in 1903 and, interestingly, were written in German.

In February of 1911, the Oregon Trunk Railroad built a round house in Metolius and the town began to prosper. The city was incorporated in 1913 and by 1917, supported by the railroad, Metolius had a population of over 17,000. In the 1920's, the railroads moved south to Bend and the population began to decline.

In the 1940's the irrigation project was undertaken and farming became practical in the Central Oregon Area and the Populations of all the cities of the area began to grow.

Government: 

Metolius City Council:
The Metolius City Council meets on the 1st Monday evening of every month. The mayor and council govern the business of the city of Metolius. They meet at Metolius City Hall, 636 Jefferson Avenue, Metolius. Telephone; 541-546-5533, Fax; 541-546-8809.  Email:  comet@crestviewcable.com

Rhonda Stewart, Metolius City Recorder; comet@crestviewcable.com 

Metolius Police Department:
The city of Metolius is protected by the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department. Telephone; 541-546-5533, Fax; 541-546-8809, Email:

Metolius Fire Department:
The city of Metolius is reliant upon the Jefferson County Fire District for it's fire protection and prevention. Telephone; 541-475-7274, Fax; 541-475-7411, Email;

Metolius Public Works:
Hal LittleJohn takes care of the public works department for the city of Metolius. Telephone; 541-546-5533, Fax; 541-546-8809, Email; cityofmetolius@crestviewcable.com