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that our own struggles to <br />projected population growth. <br />recognizedWith respect to the 34,000 people <br />whose future preference for housing we cannot predict, and out of respect for all of the people who shared <br />facts and expressed opinions during the Envision Eugene process, it is incumbent upon us to find a way to <br />If all of the demographic, climatic, <br />energy and other changes come to pass in the next 20 years and the citizens of Eugene decide to drive less <br />and live in higher density housing near the urban core and along transit corridors, the city needs to be in a <br />position to provide for these outcomes. If, on the other hand, more efficient automotive technology and a <br />preference for the American Dream single family home sustain the status quo, the city needs to position <br />itself to accommodate these expectations as well. By assuring a sufficient supply of land for a broad <br />range of housing types(both single family and multifamily), and providing the means to facilitate, not just <br />mandate, higher density housing in appropriate areas, the City of Eugene can prepare for the <br />uncertainties of anticipated growth in a rational, balanced manner that has a reasonable chance of offering <br />affordable housing choices while achieving compact urban growth, neighborhood preservation and natural <br />resource protection to the year 2031 and beyond. By using this approach, the objectives of individuals, <br />neighborhoods and the City as a whole can be satisfied. <br />Respectfully submitted, <br />Jeffery Mills, Chair <br />Eugene Planning Commission <br /> <br />