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INVENTORY OF EXISTING CONDITIONS 1.13.14.5 Wild and Scenic Rivers Statutes and EOs that are relevant to wild and scenic rivers include: »Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. §§ 1271-1278). Wild and scenic rivers are defined as “outstanding natural, cultural, and recreational values in a free- 44 flowing condition for the enjoyment of present and future generations.” There are no wild and scenic 45 rivers in the Airport area. The closest wild and scenic river, the North Fork Middle Fork Willamette River, is over 40 miles southeast of the Airport. SUSTAINABILITY The FAA defines Airport Sustainability as actions that: »“Reduce environmental impacts. »Help maintain high, stable levels of economic growth. »Help achieve “social progress”, a broad set of actions that ensure organizational goals are 46 achieved in a way that’s consistent with the needs and values of the local community.” FAA recognizes common industry information related to sustainable design and sustainable practices. This information describes measures to reduce potential environmental impacts and demands on natural resources. These useful references are: »Airports Cooperative Research Program (ACRP) Synthesis 10, Airport Sustainability Practices; and »Sustainable Aviation Guidance Alliance (SAGA) Database. The City of Eugene defines sustainability as “promoting a sustainable future that meets today’s needs 47 without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs.” The City is committed to working with residents and businesses to build a more sustainable community by accepting their responsibility to: »“Support a stable, diverse, and equitable economy; »Protect the quality of air, water, land, and other natural resources; »Conserve native vegetation, fish, wildlife habitat, and other ecosystems; and »Minimize human impacts on local, regional, and worldwide ecosystems.” 48 In March 2007, the City of Eugene created the Sustainability Commission under Ordinance No. 20379. The Commission acts as an advisory body to the city council and city manager in matters of programs to 44 National Wild and Scenic Rivers System, About the WSR Act. Accessed: https://www.rivers.gov/wsr-act.php, May 2016. 45 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, NEPAssist, Water Features, Wild and Scenic Rivers. Accessed: https://nepassisttool.epa.gov/nepassist/nepamap.aspx?wherestr=Eugene+airport, May 2016. 46 Federal Aviation Administration, Airport Sustainability. Accessed: http://www.faa.gov/airports/environmental/sustainability/, May 2016. 47 The City Council of the City of Eugene, Resolution No. 4618. February 28, 2000. 48 City of Eugene, Departments, City Manager’s Office, Boards and Commissions, Sustainability Commission. Accessed: https://www.eugene-or.gov/38/Sustainability-Commission, June 2016. EUGENE AIRPORT MASTER PLAN 1-70