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6.Streets as Places <br />Eugene’s streets play host to the city’s many independent- <br />ly-owned shops, its biggest events, and its sense of civic identity. <br />general shortage of retail in Eugene (and elsewhere) may not <br />Many people want to enhance street life with proper amenities <br />that support the development of the retail environment, such <br />structures could be utilized. The Atrium Building is problem- <br />connects to major points of interest in and around the down- <br />atic: a restaurant and theatre were once in the building, but now <br />town. <br />it shows no sign of life on the street level and no indication of <br />what’s inside. The Barn Light and Sizzle Pie are active day and <br />Improve the street level and activate the sidewalks. Streets- <br />night. <br />cape improvements, such as the trees and green medians on <br />Broadway and DEI’s lighting, have been successful at making <br />Develop permanent public restrooms that are operated and <br />some areas very inviting, according to many. More outdoor <br />managed. Many stakeholders brought up that the current <br />dining, with cafe seating spilling out onto the sidewalks or <br />restroom situation attracts negative behavior. The Port-a-Pot- <br />extended shop fronts, would help discourage panhandling and <br />ties are not successful at eliminating public urination, and they <br />make the sidewalks safer. Retailers could activate the street level <br />seem to be providing shelter for drug activities and prostitution. <br />and support events with small-scale, drop-in activities. <br />There is a tradition of large events in the streets which helped <br />to enliven the downtown and build a sense of community. <br />Street closures were a popular part of many of these events. <br />The “Eugene Celebration,” which was often praised by survey <br />respondents, closed the street for a three-day block party and <br />Kesey Square was often used as a staging ground. The White- <br />aker Block Party is comparable. Other popular downtown <br />street events, past and present, that respondents said should be <br />brought back or enhanced, include: Sunday Streets, Dodgeball <br />in the Streets, Picc-A-Dilly Flea Market, First Friday Art Walks <br />and Parades. Multi-generational events like car shows or movies <br />in the streets have been suggested. <br />26 <br /> <br />