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Goal 6 requires that all discharges from future development, when combined with discharges from existing development, shall not violate or threaten to violate state or federal environmental quality statues, rules and standards. Discharges under this Goal include all waste and other process discharges. It also requires that discharges within state designated area sheds and river basins not exceed the capacity of the air, water and land resources of those areas, degrade those resources or threaten the availability of those resources. The adoption of the Downtown Plan and the related code amendments does not affect compliance with Goal 6. Goal 7 - Areas Subject to Natural Disasters and Hazards: Toprotect life and property from natural disasters and hazards. Goal 7 prohibits the planning of developments subject to damage, or that could result in loss of life in designated natural disaster or hazard areas, without appropriate safeguards. This Goal also requires evaluation of natural hazards that could result from new development. This Goal requires some consideration of the natural hazards associated with the proposed development at the time development approval is contemplated by the governing body. This Goal is being implemented by the City through various code sections. The adoption of the Downtown Plan and the related code amendments does not effect the City's restrictions on development in areas subject to natural disasters and hazards. Further, the adoption and amendments do not effect the City's code provisions requiring applicants seeking to develop property located in an area of potentially unstable soils and all applicants proposing to construct public improvements, to provide information to the City regarding any potential geological or geotechnical hazards related to the development site. Therefore, Goal 7 does not apply. Goal 8 - Recreational Needs: To satisfy the recreational needs of the citizens of the state and visitors and, where appropriate, to provide for the siting of necessary recreational facilities including destination resorts. Goal 8 ensures provision of recreation facilities to the citizens of the state. The refinement plan adoption and code amendments address this Goal, since the Downtown Plan recognizes and encourages downtown as a cultural and entertainment center for the City. The Downtown Plan also recognizes the importance of nearby open space areas, including Alton Baker Park and Skinner Butte Park. Enhanced access to the recreation opportunities provided by these parks in encouraged by the Plan. Therefore, the refinement plan adoption and the related code amendments are consistent with Statewide Planning Goal 8. Goal 9 - Economic Development: To provide adequate opportunities throughout the state for a variety of economic activities vital to the health, welfare, and prosperity of Oregon's citizens. Exhibit A to Ordinance 20316 - 4