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<br />e was initiated to seek public input about possible community impact. By <br /> January staff will compile a short list of alternatives which, through <br /> technical evaluation, can be prepared for a draft environmental impact <br /> statement. Mr. Reinhard anticipated that by next fall a package of <br /> alternative solutions will be proposed. <br /> Mr. Hall noted that there are currently 14 different alternative proposals <br /> for siting the bridge and its approaches in the Ferry Street Bridge Study. <br /> Referring to the proposals for the north end, Mr. Bennett noted that the <br /> access to Southwood Lane is owned by the State of Oregon, and questioned <br /> whether the State has been notified of changes to Southwood Lane access as <br /> described in the alternatives. Mr. Reinhard responded that representatives <br /> from the State are members of the Technical Advisory Committee. He added <br /> that it is not necessary at this early point in time to discuss the possible <br /> need for obtaining permits. Mr. Hall added that the issue will be revisited <br /> after the public hearing. <br /> Referring to alternative N4, Mr. Bennett questioned the impact this <br /> alternative would have on Sorrell Pond. Mr. Reinhard noted the pond would be <br /> a major concern for this proposal, because any off ramp would affect the <br /> pond. <br /> Mr. Bennett inquired whether consideration has been given in any of the <br /> alternatives for the possibility of accessing Coburg Road further south. He <br /> was concerned that the neighborhood around this area would not be receptive <br />e to these alternatives because of the noise impacts. Mr. Bennett added that <br /> Coburg Road seems to be used as a regional arterial. Mr. Reinhard noted that <br /> Coburg Road between Oakway and the Willamette River is serving as a <br /> connection for several major highway changes. He added that concessions <br /> will have to be made in any of the alternative plans to disperse traffic. <br /> Referring to alternative N6, Ms. Bascom questioned the impact this <br /> alternative would have on Alton Baker Park. Mr. Hall noted that alternatives <br /> N5 and N6 have the most economic impact on the Alton Baker Park corridor. <br /> Mr. Bennett suggested that it might be possible to circumvent much trouble by <br /> directing traffic north to Beltline on the west side of Coburg Road and to <br /> 1-5 on the east side into Beltline. <br /> Mr. Gleason reminded the council that this highway system was designed 40 <br /> years ago; the proposed system must be projected for 40 years into the <br /> future. He added that there is no perfect solution, so it is important to <br /> choose the best alternative, giving consideration to all the impacts. <br /> Mr. Rutan stressed that this is a preliminary proposal with many different <br /> options. This is a good start. <br /> Mr. Boles encouraged the council to consider other types of solutions to <br /> traffic problems beyond dealing with roadway problems. He stressed the <br /> importance of ensuring that city roadways will handle long-term mass transit. <br />e MINUTES--Eugene City Council November 6, 1989 Page 4 <br />