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e e e cial-light industrial developments are listed on page 22, policy 13.4, of the draft refinement plan. Ms. Decker wondered if language could be included to encourage preservation of the current housing stock by renovation or moving houses instead of de- stroying them. Ms. Smith said that such language was included in an earlier version of the refinement plan. She said that staff is continuing efforts to receive funding for housing rehabilitation. Mr. Walters brought up the issue of diminution of the property values of houses. Mr. Leahy said that the City has done no analysis on that subject as it pertains to this plan. He said that if jurisprudence interprets action as a taking, payment of an amount negotiated with each household is required. If the action merely created a diminution in the value of the house, then it would be to the City's advantage to purchase the houses. However, most prop- erty owners do not wish to sell their houses. L. Elected Officials Discussion/Action Mr. Rust said that designating the 250 acres of property for industrial use in the Metro Plan was one of the worst mistakes in the plan. He said that the total buildout for the area may occur soon and is "a nightmare for the livability" of the area, with regards to traffic, congestion, and other liv- ability factors. He said that instead of adding a 200-foot buffer, the re- finement plan designates the area industrial up to the edge of the McKenzie River. He said that the refinement plan should at least contain a minimum setback. He said that perhaps that area from Deadmon Ferry Road to the island area be redesignated for agriculture and open space. He said that transportation projects can be scaled down to minimize the impact on the environment and the community. He added that he is aware of the need for industrial development in Springfield. Mr. Cornacchia commented that he knows the Pioneer Parkway area well, after having spent his childhood there. He spoke of the area's rural character embedded in an urban setting. He stated that the area has not changed much since his childhood. He said that the extension of Pioneer Parkway would not only have a significant impact on the neighborhood, but it would also require a total transformation of residents' living situations. He said that the residents have had large backyards for many years, and now they are faced with the possibility of a small backyard adjacent to a freeway. He said that such a shocking transformation should not be compared to the changes that Game Farm Road residents would endure if their road was improved. Mr. Cornacchia stated that economics is important, as is maintenance of the quality of the neighborhood. He said that two years ago, residents would not acknowledge that development is needed. However, the PAC has developed a proposal which not only recognizes the need for development, but also at- tempts to accommodate it. He said that the PAC has suggested the trigger concept, in hopes of accommodating development if and when it occurs. Mr. Cornacchia suggested that the elected officials approve the concept of trig- gers. Subsequently, a group would be formed containing elected officials, MINUTES--Joint Elected Officials January 29, 1992 Page 15