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AMZNLTD2.MMO Page 3 was written (by Etter) to an official in the Oregon Department of Transportation on 1/21/93 stating (among other things) that this parking area had always been considered needed for park users, and that no other facility had ever been planned for this location. March 29, 1994 - Another Amazon Park planning process began, prompted by citizen proposals for various improvements and park management practices. The meeting was announced by press release, Register -Guard display ad, and a mailing to immediate neighbors of the park. The issues of an off -leash dog run, lighting the jogging trail, preserving natural aspects of the park, and developing athletic fields were the main focus of 61 people in attendance. A couple neighbors from the west edge of the park (Ferry Street) complained about not having had the opportunity to have commented on the transit facility. Several people, not necessarily park neighbors, were opposed to the proposed parking area, as well as other improvements that would take away from the natural aspect of the park. Other people who drive to the park to use the jogging trail, off-leash area, etc., expressed support for the parking, as well as the concept of the park -and -ride. Staff explained that the parking proposal had already been approved in transportation planning and budget hearings; the exact design had not been approved. June 7, 1994 - Staff presented a revised plan, based on input received during and following the first public meeting. The response from about 40 in attendance was very favorable. The issue receiving the most attention was the impact by various recreational activities on the natural resource values of the park. Oral comments continued to be presented both for and against various proposals on the revised plan, including the park- and -ride. Two major downtown employers who are encouraging other modes to alleviate downtown parking problems wrote in support of it; some individuals continued to write in opposition to it, despite its being included in the adopted TransPlan. September 14, 1994 - The plan was administratively adopted, following the public comment period. Staff judged that no new information had been presented, and could therefore adopt the plan. c. September 1996 - LTD proceeded to develop a small restroom on the leased property for use by their drivers only. We hope the above has been helpful. If you have any questions regarding Amazon Park in general, please contact John Etter at 687 -5325. If you have further questions about the Amazon Park and Ride Project please contact Louis Kroeck at 465 -2692.