02/17/11 - City Council Newsletter

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Online Survey Collects Feedback on Envision Eugene Draft Proposal The City Manager’s draft proposal, “Envision Eugene: A Legacy of Livability,” sets out draft goals and strategies to accommodate Eugene’s projected growth over the next 20 years. The proposal is available online at the Envision Eugene website at www.EnvisionEugene.org. Public feedback on the proposal is being collected through an online survey which is also available on the website at www.EnvisionEugene.org. Questions or requests for the survey in an alternative format can be directed to Envision Eugene staff at 541-682-5635 or email Envision Eugene Public Involvement Manager Terri Harding at terri.l.harding@ci.eugene.or.us. Para información en Español, llame al 541-682-5686. Community Screening of Award-Winning “Deep Green” Planned On Thursday, Feb. 24, the City of Eugene and community partners will host a screening of the critically acclaimed climate change film, “Deep Green,” at 6 p.m. in the Soreng Theater at the Hult Center. This award-winning documentary has been energizing audiences across the country and in places as far away as Berlin and Indonesia. “Deep Green” aligns with many of Eugene’s climate and energy goals. The film makes it easy to get involved by providing essential tips on how every individual can make a difference, while also highlighting examples of innovation from around the globe. Produced and directed by University of Oregon graduate Matt Briggs, “Deep Green” features insights from such leading authorities as Lester Brown, Michael Pollan, Amory Lovins, and Dr. David Suzuki. The Portland-based filmmaker will be present to both introduce his film and participate in discussions following the showing. The event will also highlight local opportunities for community action that would reduce the carbon footprint while enriching lives. The screening has been made possible by the generous support of the City of Eugene Waste Prevention & Green Building Program, Lane Transit District, Mountain Rose Herbs, Robertson-Sherwood Architects, and SOLARC Architecture & Engineering. Additional sponsors include Eugene Water & Electric Board, Solar Assist, Cascadia Green Building Council (Eugene Branch), Epark (the City’s Parking Services Program), Rowell Brokaw Architects, and Soraci Designs. Admission is a $5 suggested donation at the door; no one will be turned away. For more information, please contact Jenna Garmon at 541-682-5541 or jenna.r.garmon@ci.eugene.or.us. Learn more about the film at www.eugene-or.gov/deepgreen. Record January for Eugene Airport The Eugene Airport (EUG) saw record passenger traffic in January 2011, thanks in part to Oregon Duck fans traveling to the BCS National Championship game in Glendale, Arizona. January is typically a slow month for air travel, but the best month record was achieved without even counting the charters for the BCS game. Enplaned revenue passengers (departing) this January totaled 30,206, a 24.37% increase over January 2010. The next highest January enplanements were in 1994, at 28,150. Total revenue passengers (arrivals and departures) were 60,739, compared to 56,449 in 1994. The Eugene Airport was very busy the week of the BCS game. Between January 5 and January 10, EUG served about 8,100 departing passengers. The busiest travel day was Saturday, January 8,with more than 1,800 departing passengers. To put that in perspective, an average day in January last year had about 815 departing passengers. Charter flights to the BCS game accounted for about 1,900 departing passengers. Another 516 departure seats were added by airlines serving Eugene to accommodate the increased demand. More increases in air service are scheduled around spring break. In March, Allegiant Air is adding 11 flights to its four destinations; Las Vegas, Phoenix-Mesa, Oakland, and Los Angeles. That’s an additional 1,650 departing seats. The EUGENE CITY COUNCIL NEWSLETTER PAGE 2 February 17, 2011