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-- . . Mr. Delay wondered if an island would be created if this annexation . of right-of-way were approved. Mr. Saul said three islands would be created: 1) in the area of Alton Baker Park; 2) in the area north of 1-5 south of Harlow Road; and 3) south of Beltline Road in the area of Willakenzie. Mr. Bradley felt it would be good park planning if Alton Baker Park were within one jurisdiction. He wondered what consequences would occur if this portion were allowed to become part of Springfield. Assistant Manager replied that the County owns the property and it would have no effect on the ownership of the park property, and would not change who operates the park properties. Mr. Saul said this question had been addressed several years ago when the City released certain parcels in Alton Baker Park to the County. It was understood at that time the County would remain responsible for development and planning. Public hearing was held with no testimony presented. Mr. Haws moved, seconded by Mr. Hamel, to approve the Boundary Commission initiated annexation to Eugene of certain right- of-way sections from center line west of 1-5. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Haws moved, seconded by Mr. Hamel, to approve the Planning Commission recommendation to transfer section of Alton Baker Park east of 1-5 to Springfield. Motion carried with all Council members present voting aye, except Mr. Bradley voting no. e Mr. Haws left the meeting. VI. Washington/Jefferson Park Bids--Memo attached Manager said the bids were for two items: 1) for construction of restroom and maintenance building at Washington/Jefferson Park; and 2) for construc- tion of horseshoe courts at Washington/Jefferson Park. Ed Smi th, Parks Department, said this was part of a commitment to the Federal Government to provide facilities, and was being financed by 50 percent of the grant from the Bureau of Outdoor Recreation. Mayor Keller questioned the cost of the horseshoe project. Mr. Smi th said there would be 16 covered horseshoe pits, side-by-side because they were under the bridge; there would be future potential for being lighted and there had been a great amount of interest in this sport. He said ten clubs had been waiting and had participated in the design; there is a possibility of holding a statewide tournament in Eugene. Mr. Obie wondered why horseshoe pits had been selected, rather than considering building tennis courts. Ed Smith said there was not room and the cost for one tennis court was about $20,000. It was the City.s policy to build tennis courts side-by-side in conjunction with other courts, i.e., the Amazon Court area. e 10/12/77--9 181