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South Willamette Concept Plan <br />5. DESIGN FEATURES AND PRINCIPLES <br />PARKS, PLAZAS, AND GREEN SPACES <br />Introduction <br />A connected network of green streets and public <br />spaces is a Key Concept for the South Willamette <br />Concept Plan. As shown on the Open Space and <br />Connections Map, green tree lined streets linking <br />public or semi - public open spaces in locations <br />that add value to business and social experiences <br />are important elements of the plan. Community <br />members expressed interest in a gathering space <br />for community events, plazas near businesses, <br />playground areas for short breaks while shopping, <br />and smaller resting and visiting locations with <br />benches and landscaping for chance encounters <br />in the neighborhood. <br />At the intersection of 29th Avenue and Lincoln <br />Street, the Willard School site provides an anchor <br />of open space, a portion of which is identified for <br />a long term park or play field on the west side of <br />the district. <br />Residents and visitors to the area benefit from <br />the expansive green spaces and abundant <br />recreational opportunities in the large Amazon <br />Park bordering the entire district to the east. Tree <br />lined streets, bio swales and landscape plantings <br />visually connecting to Amazon Parkway as <br />part of the plan can reinforce enjoyment and <br />connection to this relaxing environment of which <br />this district is a part. <br />48 ■ City of Eugene <br />