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Draft 9/29/14 The statewide Greenway goal specifically applies to the Willamette River. In the Eugene- Springfield area, portions of the McKenzie River share equal importance as a natural resource worthy of conservation and protection. Additionally, the metropolitan network of waterways and associated creeks and drainageways are important features in the metropolitan area, with potential as part of an areawide waterways system. For that reason, while this element must specifically cover the Willamette River Greenway, it is important to consider the McKenzie River, where it is situated within the area of the Metro Plan and the inland system of waterway corridors connecting various parts of Springfield, Eugene, and Lane County to one another. Goal To protect, conserve, and enhance the natural, scenic, environmental, and economic qualities of river and waterway corridors. Findings, Objectives, and Policies Findings 1.The Willamette and McKenzie Rivers are recognized as valuable natural assets to the entire community. 2. In addition to the Willamette and McKenzie Rivers, a number of waterways are important environmental features in the metropolitan area. These include, for example, the Springfield Millrace, Amazon Creek, Fern Ridge Reservoir, and the Eugene Millrace. 3. Recently, the community has begun to realize the potential of inland waterway corridors to contribute to the livability of the area. 4. In addition to its significance to agriculture, flood control, and fish and wildlife, Fern Ridge Reservoir continues to grow in importance as a recreational water facility. 5.Statewide Planning Goal 15 mandates local governments to establish the Greenway boundaries, allowed uses within the Greenway and potential acquisition areas. 6. Eugene, Springfield, and Lane County have received final Greenway boundary approval by the LCDC. 7.The jurisdictional area of the Metro Plan was found to be in compliance with Goal 15 on September 12, 1982. III-D-2