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ATTACHMENT C October 18, 2004 CITY OF EUGENE CREST DRIVE AREA STREET CLASSIFICATION PROCESS STAFF REPORT ON PUBLIC MEETING AND DESIGN WORKSHOP What follows is staff's understanding of the predominant message conveyed through the most recent public involvement activities related to the Crest Drive Street Classification process (the August 10 and September 29, 2004 public meetings and associated communication following each of the those two meetings). This understanding is not meant to convey consensus in public opinion, nor does it represent the position of any particular group or organization. It is, however, a summary of consistent public comment received during this process. While there may not be unanimity, there is a great deal of commonality in the voiced public opinion we have received. This predominant message is summed up in two points, with further detail regarding the second point. 1. If the streets must be classified, classify all streets in the Crest Drive area as Local Streets. 2. Continue to work with the City on developing a design solution for Crest Drive, Storey Boulevard and Friendly Street. a. The neighborhood recognizes that a Local Street designation means that alternative sources of revenues (such as SDCs and federal funds) would not be available, and that the assessment policies for a Local Street are different than the policies for a Neighborhood Collector. b. While there may be a certain amount of misunderstanding and disagreement regarding the nature and character of traffic in the neighborhood, the neighbors do not want another study conducted or want some other street or set of streets be classified as Neighborhood Collectors. c. The neighbors recognize and appreciate the recent efforts on the part of staff to reach out and communicate with the neighborhood. d. The first step in a design process has occurred (the September 29 meeting) and the neighbors want to continue the effort. e. A certain amount of trust and good will has begun to emerge and a continued collaborative effort can significantly improve the city/neighborhood relationship. f. The neighbors want to work with the city; they would much'rather there be a collaborative process rather than a contentious one. Yet, they have said that there can only be collaboration if the streets are classified Local. g. That said, the neighbors are motivated to meet city goals on traffic management, calming and safety, while addressing the unique nature and character of the neighborhood and its streets. h. In that regard, the neighborhood supports the philosophy of Context Sensitive Design (CSD), but recognizes that at this time it does not represent any adopted decision- making approach or design standard. Furthermore, they are not supportive of