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~,~- -~ This proposed plan amendment will not have a significant impact on the quality of air, water ~~ or Land resources of the state. Improvements to the traffic circulation pattern see discussion under Goal l~} and the provision of public sanitary sewers to this area see discussion under Goal 1 ~~ could result in slight improvements to air and water resources. Goal 7 M Areas Sub'ect to Natural Disasters and Hazards To protect life and property from natural disasters and hazards. Goal ? is not applicable to this amendment. None of the hazards identified in this goal affect the site being considered in this request. oat, 8 -- Recreational Needs To satisfy the recreational needs of the citizens of the state and visitors and, where appropriate, to provide for the siting of necessary recreational facilities, including destination resorts. The general area of this request, the area bounded by Beltline Hwy, Hwy 99, Theona Drive and the urban growth boundary, is not identified in the Eugene Parks Master Plan as a future park site. Due to the limited access into this area and the adjacent industrial uses to the west and north, this site is not a desirable location for a park facility. ~~ tither recrea~anal opportunities are available nearby, west of 'Wilbur Avenue, outside the urban growth bound .The Golden Gardens site owned by the City of Eugene is located in this area and totals approximately 3? acres. The Parks Master Plan calls for future park ~ - :~-~_ ~~ improvements on S acres of the site and the remaining acreage to remain in a natural state. In addition, a conditional use permit for a private golf course has recently been approved by the Lane Hearings CfFcial for ,the area surrounding the Golden Gardens park site. Goal „,~_Economic Develo~men~ To diversify and improve the economy of the state. This request is consistent with this goal. The requested plan amendment would allow expansion of an existing, locally owned business that currently employs about 1SO people from the EugenelSpringfield area and the surrounding communises. This number varies seasonally and includes both full and part Mme employees. liver the long :term, expansion of Je 's is ex ted to create about 1oU new 'abs for Lane County residents. Jeny's is'a ~`y P~ ~ building materials and supply outlet. This operation is directly related to the wood products industry, a major player in ~~regon's economy, Availability of home improvement supplies and instructional materials also relates directly to the housing industry, both the - construc~on of new homes and the upgrading of older homes. vISED STAFF NOTES ~ December 2, 1993 Page 9