Agenda Packet 7-22-19 Work Session

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Ordinance Exhibit DOrdinanceExhibitD DOWNTOWN RIVERFRONT LAND USE COMPONENTS CA 19-1,RA 19-1,Z 19-5,WG 19-3,ST 19-3,and SDR 19-2 April 19,2019 residential buildings are planned to surround the new plaza space,providing open space to draw families and residents of all ages.The plaza is envisioned to provide open space where food,drink,and community events can be enjoyed within the context of the Willamette River.As such,the plaza will incorporate paved open space with facilities to support performance space,food vendors or trucks, and other urban events.Some areas will also be devoted to stormwater treatment landscapes and provision of contemplative and quiet spaces. As shown on Sheet G1.0 Cover Sheet,the proposal will result in approximately 7.07 acres of land dedicated as cultural landscape and open spaces areas,including the Riverfront Park.Pursuant to redevelopment,the proposal will create approximately 2.56 acres of new landscape and open space area and will increase the overall site coverage of said areas by 12 percent. The above findings demonstrate that the proposal will provide the maximum possible landscape area, open space,and vegetation between redevelopment and the river.Based on the above findings,this criterion is satisfied. (2)To the greatest possible degree,necessary and adequate public access will be provided along the Willamette River by appropriate legal means. Existing public access along the Willamette River is provided by the Riverbank Trail,a paved multi-use path that spans the entire length of the subject site.Within the subject site,public access to the Riverbank Trail from surrounding areas is provided at three points:the western terminus of the DeFazio Pedestrian Bridge at the north end of the site,the former EWEB plaza at the eastern terminus of 4th Avenue,and a multi-use path connection extending from 8th Avenue to the Riverbank Trail at the south end of the site. As illustrated on Sheets L1.0 and Ll.l Site Plan (Exhibit B.l),the proposal involves the relocation of the Riverbank Trail to provide for additional landscape and open space area between the multi-use path and the river.The proposed amendments and zone change designate said land for "parks and open space"uses.The S-DR Zone regulating plan,as amended,designates public accessways, consistent with EC 9.6835,and identifies the relocated Riverbank Trail as a multi-use path,thus ensuring the continued provision of public access along the Willamette River.In addition,provisions of the S-DR/CL sub-district ensure high-quality public amenities along the riverfront,which combine to expand public access opportunities along the Willamette River. More specifically,the proposal prioritizes the inclusion of paths and viewpoints to encourage public access and enjoyment of the riverfront.As previously noted,the Riverbank Trail will be relocated and reconstructed as a key transportation connection through the west edge of the proposed Riverfront Park.The trail will be rebuilt to separate bicycles and other faster modes of travel from pedestrians with construction of two paths separated by landscaped areas.Several view corridors extend over the river bank and capture key views up and down the Willamette as it bends northward,as illustrated on Figure EC 9.3155(3).The view corridors are aligned with key street corridors that extend into the redevelopment site and are intended to reinforce a connection to the rive: In addition,secondary pedestrian paths will meander closer to the river and provide additional viewing points,as illustrated on Figure EC 9.3185.A proposed interpretive site/overlook at the end of 5th Avenue will provide areas for seating and viewing as well as space for performance and visual art under and around a proposed Art Pavilion.Public art is an integral component of the Riverfront Park design,infusing the site with interpretive opportunities as well as creating a foundation for future temporary installations.The most significant art piece on the site will take shape at the end of 5th City of Eugene 52FINALSUBMITTALJuly 22, 2019, Work Session – Item 3