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e to serve park users, and development of a second IIbeachll area along the water front. Mr. Etter introduced Otto Poticha who donated his time and design as a tribute to Mr. Jacobs. Mr. Poticha described the small memorial area he envisioned as a statement fitting Mr. Jacobs whom he described as a man who did many things in private to benefit the public. Responding to Ms. Ehrman's questions, Mr. Poticha said the small private area of the memorial would be supported by a simple pylon and would be cantilevered above the river. While there may be some risk involved with its location eight to ten feet above the river's edge, he said the best view up river was from the location at the point where the river bends. Mr. Poticha described the intersection of the bike path and the entrance as having a different surface than the rest of the bike path, but he said the path would not be obstructed. A sign would mark the entrance to the memorial park. Ms. Bascom expressed the council's appreciation for Mr. Poticha's contribution to the project. She also thanked Richard Shields for his work on the community garden improvements. Ms. Bascom introduced Mike and Sheila Schwartz, son-in-law and daughter of Mr. Jacobs. Mr. Etter mentioned that there are additional proposals to start the bike path on the east side of the river coming south from the Owosso Bridge and to erect a picnic shelter in the Skinner Butte Park area. e Ted Baker distributed a "Financial Plan: Maurie Jacobs Memorial Park" packet. Mr. Baker estimated costs for the planned park development at $500,000 to $700,000. State funding will be pursued through the Legislature and he anticipated that a private match of $250,000 will be raised through a three-phase fund-raising program. He outlined the program and stressed the need for neighborhood and community-wide participation. Mr. Schwartz commented on the growth of the memorial project and stressed the importance of raising funds to allow the entire community to enjoy and use the park. Ms. Ehrman observed that recognition of major donors by placing many names at the park1s entrance could detract from the memorial to Mr. Jacobs. Responding to questions from Ms. Wooten, Mr. Etter said the proposed design reflects compromise with the Whiteaker Community Council. Ms. Wooten emphasized the need to address concerns with the beach and knoll areas prior to acceptance of the final design. Ms. Bascom pointed out that the memorial area will be the first priority for development and other improvements will receive attention as funding becomes available. Ms. Wooten moved, seconded by Ms. Bascom, to approve the conceptual design of the Maurie Jacobs Memorial Park as presented. The motion carried unanimously, 7:0. e MINUTES--Eugene City Council November 9, 1988 Page 2