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7. Valley River Bridge e Mr. McKinley said Mr. Hansen had suggested moving the Valley River Bridge from the long-range phase to the short-range phase. However, the staff recommended the implementation of the bridge remain in the long-range phase and planning for its alignment be in the short-range phase. Ms. Wooten moved, seconded by Mr. Hansen, to approve the staff recommendation. Ms. Wooten withdrew the motion with the consent of Mr. Hansen. Mr. Hansen moved, seconded by Mr. Rutan, to place engineering and environmental studies for the Valley River Bridge (project 314) in the short-range phase and retain implementation of the project in the long-range phase. Mr. Hansen said there is a need for additional transportation to Goodpasture Island. The existing bridge was designed for much less activity and there is much new residential and commercial development on the island. He said the planning at least should be done now. Ms. Brody said the description in the TransPlan indicates the right-of-way for the bridge should be obtained in the short-range. The description indicates Mr. Hansen's motion will be implemented. e Mr. Hansen withdrew the motion with the consent of Mr. Rutan. No changes were made in the TransPlan. 8. Three additional projects Mr. McKinley said three additional projects were discussed during the Planning Commission review. They are the widening of Roosevelt Boulevard from Terry Street to Greenhill Road; major intersection improvements to 18th and Wil1amette; and the addition of a third southbound lane at the merge of the Valley River ramp and 1-105. He said the need for the Roosevelt Boulevard improvements was indicated during consideration of the 6th/7th Extension. The staff recommended adding the projects to the TransPlan. Answering questions from Ms. Wooten and Ms. Bascom, Mr. McKinley said the addition of a southbound lane at the Valley River ramp is a safety measure. Mr. Reinhard said accidents have occurred on the ramp. The State Department of Transportation has not approved the project, but the project would be eligible for Interstate funding. Mr. Miller said the Valley River ramp is very dangerous. e MINUTES--Eugene City Council January 13, 1986 Page 8