Item B: West Broadway Project Update

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Throughout all our projects, we strive to incorporate as many sustainable components as possible. We have consciously made the decision not to pursue LEED ratings due to the added costs of compliance auditing and management. We do however incorporate many of the same components found in LEED rated buildings such as energy efficient HVAC systems, separate monitoring of utilities, ventable windows, passive and energy efficient lighting and more. This project will receive this same focus and commitment. The developer feels the Center Court and Washburn Buildings represent a feasible opportunity to preserve two of Eugene’s historical buildings while providing affordable space to small and early-stage retailers and businesses. In addition, the location of these two buildings offers the City an opportunity to provide true work/live space in a downtown location further building on the activity created by recent developments. As provided for in the original RFQ response and attached here, the developer is seeking minimal financial assistance from the City’s Urban Renewal funds and is committed to working with the City to reduce the impact of this development on the URA Funds.