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DISTRk3UTED TO: . <br /> • YOR <br /> CITY MANAGER D � '° � •�' ' � ONLY cc - <br /> BY ��:�t��. �R <br /> JUL 11993 Genies t0: TMGR <br /> Dear Mayor Bascom, <br /> I wanted to write you concerning two issues the city council <br /> has dealt with lately. First, I totally support the tree ordinance <br /> as it is written. It seems to be good balance of protecting the <br /> envireonment and aesthetic needs of Eugene citizens while allowing <br /> flexibilty for the owners of individual lots. And I do not object <br /> to the manner in which it was passed, it avoided developers rushing <br /> to cut trees to beat a deadline. <br /> The other issue is that of the West Eugene Parkway. I believe <br /> this project will create the kind of ugly urban sprawl(Los- <br /> Angelesization) that many in Eugene deeply desire to avoid. It is <br /> also a waste of money. I would rather spend our money on <br /> alternative transportation, and if we are going to have a road <br /> project, I would prefer improving already existing roads like <br /> Beltline. <br /> I used to live in Ashland, and Ashland is an incredibly <br /> beautiful city, largely because the towns decision makers have <br /> routinely judged projects by their effect on the health, beauty, <br /> and ambiance of the town, not pure business and convenience needs. <br /> I hope Eugene willbecome a city like that. <br /> Yours truly, <br /> Kim Krichbaum <br /> 2357 1/2 Onyx <br /> Eugene, Or. 97403 <br /> )24. <br />