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recommends code changes to apply the minimum-density standards citywide, he ~ added, those code changes are not part of this plan. Mr. Boles asked how Willakenzie's present density compares to that of other neighborhoods. Mr. Lowe responded that Willakenzie has the third-lowest density of any neighborhood in the area and is less dense than any neighbor- hood inside current city boundaries. Transportation was a significant issue for the WPT, Mr. Lowe said. A 50-60 percent increase in traffic volumes is expected. The TransPlan amendments and policies attempt to maintain general mobility while minimizing negative impacts of increased traffic. The Willakenzie Plan would create new major streets in the area in order to plan development around them. Opposition has arisen to proposed through streets, particularly a proposed continuous street between Gilham Road and County Farm Road. Mr. Robinette said that it is his understanding that the Lane Transit Dis- trict (LTD) desires the through street for buses, and there are mechanisms to restrict through access to buses. Mr. Lowe confirmed that. The through street would allow public transit to pass through medium-density, multi-fami- ly areas in order to increase ridership. e Mr. Nicholson felt that Willakenzie residents, who are already on the periph- ery, bear a small percentage of the traffic that they themselves create. Mr. Boles said that the collector in contention is in a relatively undeveloped area, currently outside the city limits. He asked whether development should follow transportation planning or the reverse, and saw an opportunity to address that issue. Mr. Robinette said the main issue is proximity of the new street to an ele- mentary school. Mr. Lowe responded that the school would be separated from the street by new development. Mr. Lowe discussed the public safety aspect of the plan. The emphasis is on improving emergency response time, since much of the area cannot presently be served within four minutes. The plan proposes developing a public safety station, with interim use of the existing station. Ms. Bascom suggested cooperation with facilities in the Gateway area. Mr. Lowe said that while such service exchanges occur presently, as Willakenzie develops, they will become inadequate. Mr. Boles said that the Metropolitan Policy Committee (MPC) is interested in joint fire station jurisdiction to meet needs in both Willakenzie and Gateway. Mr. Lowe explained that the public safety station, as proposed in the plan, would be a combined police, fire, and emerg~ncy medical services station. Mr. Green asked about the costs associated with the new station, and Mr. Lowe replied that none were included in the information available. Mr. Gleason said a master plan analysis of existing and proposed stations was made by the Lane Council of Governments (L-COG) at the request of the Budget Committee. e MINUTES--Eugene City Council 5:30 p.m. April 13, 1992 Page 3