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ATTACHMENT F Example Level of Project Information Park Blocks Improvements & Local Business Assistance 1.Park Blocks Improvements – project information Estimated Item Cost* Lighting Imp. $ 400,000 Traffic & Street Imp. $ 80,000 Restrooms $ 420,000 Art & Water $ 150,000 Covered Stage $ 300,000 Water, Power, Landscaping $ 50,000 Park Blocks Total $1,400,000 * General estimates in current dollars based on costs of similar projects. The Park Blocks are Eugene’s historic town square and were included in the original city plat. They provide a quiet place for downtown employees to have lunch, a focal point for small and large celebrations, and a home for two important Eugene institutions: Saturday Market and Farmers’ Market. Some of the Park Blocks infrastructure is old and inadequate for today’s needs. The Park Blocks Master Plan was developed in 2006 with the involvement of a broad range of stakeholders. The Plan identifies a series of recommended improvements. Some have been implemented while others were delayed pending available funding. The following projects are identified in the Master Plan but have not yet been fully implemented: 1.Lighting Improvements Improved lighting would enhance energy efficiency and safety. New lighting could include historic fixtures. 2.Traffic Management & Street Improvements th Creating curb bulbs along 8 Avenue would result in safer pedestrian crossings. Creating curb-less streets on portions of the block face along Park Street could aid both Farmers’ Market and Saturday Market. 3.Restrooms There is an ongoing demand for safe, accessible public restrooms downtown. Saturday Market and Farmers’ Market regularly rent portables. Designing and constructing restrooms that meet current standards for access, safety and durability would provide long-term community benefits and would