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e and he feels it is improper to use existing users' revenue to construct feeder lines into new developments. He noted that many communities cover these costs by levying the fees directly on the project. He feels that EWEB should examine their public responsibility to keep this type of land as a park. Speaking in opposition to the acquisition: Ron Stevens, 820 Spy Glass, stated that a Doll was conducted about two months ago, and the results were given to the council. Ninety-five percent of those polled who live near Gillespie Butte said they would not like to see this acquired as a park and he is representing them. There is limited and poor access from a narrowt unimproved gravel road, and to get there, users must go through a quiet neighborhood. A park would generate noise for the residents, which would be detrimental to their privac,y. Sometimes the gate is left open, and illegal acts have been known to occur there. Last year, the gate was taken down and disruptive activity occurred on top of the butte. To provide privacy, Mr. Drapela had suggested a barrier which would eliminate the view. If this were a park, there would be increased potential for vandalism and he feels this can be substantiated. He knows that 36 grave markers have been destroyed. e An unidentified woman spoke from the audience and stated that she also was opposed to the acquisition and she takes care of the graveyard. She feels the cost of maintaining the park with no police or extra funds for patrol or maintenance of the park would be detrimental. Taxes would have to be raised in order to maintain another park. She would recommend that this $150,000 could be used to enhance existing parks that are popular such as the ones at Bond Lane or Oakmont, which have excellent access. Another alternative would be to expand Willagillespie Community School and add to the existing 12 or 13 acres. Acquisition of this land would not be a prudent use of the land or the money. This land should be generating income if it cannot be maintained. Commenting on the proposed acquisition was Lori Loehr, 1312 Piper Lane, who stated that parks are needed in the area. She has spoken to the Cal Young Neighborhood Association and people have told her that they would have to walk a mile to get to a park. The school grounds are busy all year with structured programs. Mothers like to take their children for walks. The Bond Lane park is partially undeveloped and people enjoy it. The park by Oakway is enjoyed and it too is undeveloped as is the Brewer Avenue Park. People take pride in their parks. She would hope that an equitable arrange- ment could be worked out between EWEB and the City to preserve this land. There being no further testimonYt public hearing was closed. Mr. Lindberg told Mr. Stevens that he felt the proposal to gain more public input for EWEB and the council was a good idea. Both are municipal bodies - MlNUTES--Eugene City Council January 26t 1981 Page 7