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I regulatory effect on land outside the City's jurisdictional authority. (Rec. 43). Specifically, the <br />2 PROS Plan states: <br />3 When identifying parcels for park acquisition, the preference is on obtaining <br />properties that are in close proximity to residents, and therefore within Eugene's <br />4 UGB. However, there are some instances when it may become necessary to look <br />outside of the UGB. For example it is a goal of the PROS Comprehensive Plan <br />5 to provide a variety of outdoor experiences for Eugene residents, including the <br />rural, natural qualities that one encounters in the Ridgline Park system. <br />6 Additionally, there may be times when the type and size of parcels which are <br />sought to provide specific park, services are not available within the UGB because <br />7 of previous development. For these reasons, several opportunities exist for the <br />City and County to partner in an effort to obtain the best outdoor experience for <br />8 all stakeholders. <br />9 Adoption of the PROS Comprehensive Plan does not amount to the City <br />exercising any governmental authority outside of the UGB or outside of the <br />10 City's limits. The PROS Comprehensive Plan does not have any legal or <br />regulatory effect on land located outside City limits. It is a strategy /planning <br />11 document that is intended as a guide for the City as it moves forward to meet the <br />recreational and park needs of the City's residents. (Rec. 43). <br />12 <br />13 To demonstrate that the City did not intend for the PROS Plan to have any effect on lands <br />14 outside the City's jurisdictional boundaries, all of the strategies in the PROS Plan relating to <br />15 property located outside of the City's limits specifically include language regarding collaboration <br />16 with the proper jurisdiction. Those strategies state: <br />17 D -1 Promote connectivity between natural areas and otherrecreation facilities <br />and community destinations through acquisition and trail development <br />18 whenever feasible. Work with appropriate governing jurisdictions, such <br />as Lane County, to explore feasibility of trail connection between natural <br />19 areas, recreation facilities, and community destinations on lands outside <br />Eugene's urban growth boundary. (Rec. 85). <br />20 <br />D -6 Continue to acquire open space to expand the Ridgeline Trail open space <br />21 system. Work with the appropriate governing jurisdictions, such as Lane <br />County, to explore feasibility for Ridgeline Trail connections on lands <br />22 outside Eugene's urban growth boundary. (Rec. 86). <br />23 E -16 Coordinate with other agencies and providers to encourage the <br />development of a regional trail system linking Eugene /Springfield with <br />24 Fern Ridge Reservoir, the coast, the Cascades, and the Willamette and <br />McKenzie Rivers. Provide bicycle and pedestrian access through <br />25 agricultural areas in the Willow Creek, Bethel /Danebo, and Santa Clara <br />planning areas of Eugene. (Rec. 88). <br />26 <br />Pace 31 - BRIEF OF RESPONDENT <br />