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. . . Mr. Hansen asked whether the Downtown Commission had considered opening up Broadway to traffic. Mr. Schwartz said the general feeling on the commission was that the area should remain a merchant zone, with Wil'amette Street to act as an entrance and exit. Mr. Farkas said the sense was that Broadway was working fairly well, unlike Willamette from 8th to 10th, which he said was being treated as a separate area. Mr. Miller asked about plans for Olive Street near the Atrium. Ms. Bohman said the first phase of the project would extend about half way down Olive toward the Atrium, with further extension planned for later. Responding to a question about the play area, Mr. Farkas said it would be reconstructed as less of an obstruction. Mr. Holmer said he found most of the project desirable but was concerned about obstructions to walkways. He said his vote on the project would depend on the type of enforcement planned, adding that he preferred no obstructions like portable signs or commercial displays. Mr. Rutan said he thought the project was a good general plan and headed in the right direction. Mr. Miller and Ms. Schue agreed. Mr. Farkas said the center fountain would remain. Mayor Obie said he appreciated the direction being pursued for the Broadway area. He also suggested that bolder efforts might be worth considering to enhance the street scene. Mr. Hansen said he thought rules and regulations should be included to make sure the area was developed appropriately. Mr. Schwartz thanked councilors for their input and said he would return with answers to questions. Mr. Gleason said the detailed design and budget woul d be brought back to the council, and elements woul d be considered in public hearings. He also said access, egress, and regulations would be considered. The meeting was adjourned at 1:10 p.m. (Recorded by Leslie Scales) mncc0528 MINUTES--Eugene City Council May 28, 1986 Page 8