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<br /> - ------ <br />. Sarah Mahler, 1588 Patterson, stated that she has been chairperson of West <br /> Unlverslty Nelghborhood, and she is speaking as an individual for the Emerald <br /> Waterway. The City and the task force should consider the economic relationship <br /> between the Emerald Waterways system cost and the West University Neighborhood. <br /> The cost should not be borne by only those living in that neighborhood since <br /> the benefits will not be restricted to that neighborhood. <br /> Richard M~igs, 303 Fairway Loop, stated that he is chairperson of the Economic <br /> Development Commission of the Downtown Development Board, and Ray McIver of the <br /> Eugene Downtown Association has requested that he also speak on his behalf. The <br /> interest and enthusiasm for this project are widespread in the business com- <br /> munity. T~is could have a qreat effect on life in Eugene and greatly enhance <br /> programs. Much volunteer labor and energy has brought this to the council and <br /> it would be discouraging if it were not accepted now. <br /> John Callicrate, 3065 Firwood Way, stated that he is a public health profes- <br /> slonal and feels that this is a unique idea for a fine waterway. The canal <br /> now poses a public health problem with animals that transmit disease. He <br /> would appreciate the aesthetic quality that would occur if this project were <br /> undertaken. <br /> Following the break, Councilor Haws left the meeting. <br /> Speaking in opposition: <br /> Frank Sparrow, 1568 West 24th Place, stated that he is against this project. He <br />. has contacted the Army Corps of Engineers because he has concerns about the high <br /> water table. They feel there is a possibility that water could seep into <br /> basements of homes near the canal because of the low water table. He asked if <br /> suit could be brought against the developers of the canal if it were completed. <br /> Mary Kay Crumbaker, 1031 Mill, stated that the council had received a letter <br /> from her and attached to her letter is a copy of a letter from the Office of the <br /> Army Chief of Engineers. In paragraph 3 of that letter, it states that investi- <br /> gations, such as that regarding the canal are based on an economic evaluation of <br /> the benefits and cost of alternatives. Preliminary results of the study indicate <br /> that from a flood control standpoint, the Emerald Canal concept was not economi- <br /> cally viable. Ms. Crumbaker is concerned about the econolnic feasibility and <br /> feels that the display model is misleading and inaccurate. The model does not <br /> show churches torn down; professional offices, banks, and housing torn down; <br /> streets cut off; or telephone and utility lines moved. Likewise, there is no <br /> evidence of the high steel fences required along the waterway to prevent <br /> accidents. Also, there is no traffic dislocation shown from the cutting off of <br /> 12th, 14th, and 16th avenues. She feels the bridges on 11th, 13th, and 15th <br /> avenues will have to be very large to carryall the traffic. She is unwilling <br /> for any taxpayer's money to be used to encourage destruction of what is currently <br /> economically productive. She feels that considering such an idea should be <br /> tabled indefinitely until the economic condition of the United States, Eugene, <br /> and Lane County might possibly support such a vast expenditure of money and the <br /> economic dislocations that will occur. <br />. Guy DiTorrice, 146 Calu~et, distributed pictures to the council: He stated that <br /> he lS aga1nst th1S because he does not support the total wording of the resolu- <br /> tion and is concerned about the economic aspect. He works with Citizens Bank of <br /> MINUTES--Eugene City Council July 27, 1981 Page 9 <br />
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