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Because the alternatives analysis report is a sizeable report with a lot of data, several open houses will be held to answer questions. Dates and times (locations are still being determined) are: Wednesday, Nov. 3, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 4, from 4 to 7 p.m., and Tuesday, Nov. 9, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Since July, when the alternatives analysis report was submitted to the FTA, LTD has continued to meet with citizens, decision makers, property owners and businesses along each of the alignments. These valuable conversations have provided LTD with an opportunity to incorporate feedback into mitigation planning that will help reduce many of the impacts along the proposed corridors. Mitigation plans are expected to be available within the next two weeks. For more information, contact Transportation Planning Manager Rob Inerfeld at 541-682-5343 or rob.inerfeld@ci.eugene.or.us. Building Inspectors Try Pedal Power for Large Site Inspections Building Inspector Bob Wentz has a lot of ground to cover when it comes to inspecting new construction on the University of Oregon campus, but his job just got faster and greener thanks to a new folding bike. Planning and Development’s Building Inspection Team recently invested in two folding bikes that can be easily transported to construction areas. Once an inspector has parked a vehicle in a central location, the bike can be unfolded and ridden to each inspection site. The bikes not only save the inspectors time driving from site to site, but they also support the City’s climate and energy goals by reducing vehicle miles traveled and greenhouse gas emissions. For more information, contact Building Inspection Supervisor Kyle Richardson at 541-682-8338 or kyle.richardson@ci.eugene.or.us. Holiday Bazaar Benefits Adult Program The annual Holiday Bazaar at Campbell Community Center will be held on Saturday, Nov. 6, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. This event features handcrafted and donated items that make great gifts for all, including crafts, quilts, wooden items, pies and baked goods, preserves and Campbell’s famous sweet hot mustard, and a silent auction and raffle. Breakfast snacks and lunch will be sold. The bazaar is open to the public and admission is free. Proceeds benefit the Adult Services Program. For more information, please contactYvaughn Tompkins at 541-682-5318. Freezing Weather Is Just Around the Corner Public Works Maintenance is gearing up for winter weather. Dump trucks are being switched into snow plows. Maintenance is being performed on sander trucks. Storage tanks are being filled with de-icer that can be used to prevent ice from forming and snow from sticking to priority routes and steep inclines. This week, crews are participating in a refresher course on winter operations. Training topics include reviewing snow routes, operating snow plows and sanding and de-icing equipment, and installing snow chains. Local residents also have an opportunity to learn about priority routes for ice and snow removal with the annual publication of the ice and snow route map on Sunday, Oct. 31, in the Register-Guard, as required in the Eugene Code. The map illustrates priority snow routes and lists TV and radio stations that provide weather updates in the event of freezing weather. Typically, emergency routes are collectors, arterials and bus routes. The code gives the City the authority to ban parking along priority routes. By banning parking the City is able to ensure that emergency vehicles, buses and other essential traffic can move safely around town, and that parked and stalled vehicles do not hamper snow removal operation. Property owners are reminded that it is their responsibility to keep sidewalks safe and clear of ice and snow. For more information about winter storm abatement and preparation, contact Public Works Maintenance Surface Operations Manager Eric Johnson at 541-682-4904 or eric.p.johnson@ci.eugene.or.us. EUGENE CITY COUNCIL NEWSLETTER PAGE 2 October 28, 2010