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EUGENE/ Publi Works <br /> Mainte nance <br /> .lone 26, 1992 <br /> 1820 Roosevelt Boulevard <br /> Eugene, Oregon 97402 <br /> David P. Illig (505) 687 -5220 <br /> 550 Ful Vue Drive <br /> Eugene, Oregon 97405 <br /> Dear David Illig: <br /> Your letter, with a copy of your letter to Councilor Green, was forwarded to <br /> me for response. Comments such as yours have been helpful in the city staff <br /> effort to craft a solution in light of opposing interests on the dog off - <br /> leash issue at Morse Ranch Park, and for that matter, citywide. <br /> While public support for the off -leash program exceeds opposition to it, <br /> particularly at Morse Ranch Park, staff recognize and respect feelings of <br /> those in the minority position. We have therefore sought a compromise solu- <br /> tion that continues the off -leash activity, but responds to noise and parking <br /> impacts on immediate park neighbors, the negative impact on the stream and <br /> wetland areas, containment of dogs from running off -leash beyond the meadow, <br /> and leaving part of the meadow open for other uses. <br /> Our observation of the activity is that it is down from earlier levels, due <br /> at least in part to sites that have be established in other parks. We will <br /> continue to monitor the conditions in the meadow, and make adjustments in our <br /> management policy. For example, if the winter usage is more than the vegeta- <br /> tion can endure, we would consider a short term closure. <br /> If the forces opposing each other on this issue could come up with a better <br /> compromise solution, we would welcome a description of it. <br /> Your comments are appreciated. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> Cji <br /> John Etter <br /> Landscape Architect <br /> cc: Bob Hammitt <br />