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NANCY NATHANSON <br /> . , STATE REPRESENTATIVE <br /> DISTRICT 13 <br /> ..or <br /> HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES <br /> H B - 3224 <br /> Willamette River Enhancement for 2008 Olympic Trials <br /> Summary: <br /> The 2008 Olympic Trials will attract 15,000 spectators per day and 1,000 media <br /> personnel. The event will generate 30,000 room nights for 10 consecutive days in <br /> Eugene /Springfield, as well as many more nights for other portions of Lane, Linn, and <br /> Benton Counties. The event is expected to have a direct spending impact of at least <br /> $18 million. <br /> The Willamette River is one of the key natural resource attractions and tourist <br /> destinations in the vicinity of the Trials. <br /> LC 3180 will help Eugene /Springfield, Lane County, and the State of Oregon present <br /> the best venue possible for visitors from around the State, nation, and world. <br /> Recognizing this unique economic opportunity, $300,000 should be allocated to legacy <br /> projects that will enhance the Willamette River Corridor from downtown Springfield to <br /> the 1 -5 bridge. <br /> Examples of potential projects: <br /> 1. Improve lighting to increase safety along the Willamette River pedestrian bike and pedestrian <br /> paths; <br /> 2. install permanent signage directing visitors and tourists to areas of interest or importance, and <br /> interpretive signage for natural resources; <br /> 3. install permanent recycling and garbage bins along the river to collect trash; <br /> 4. clean up and enhance the Autzen footbridge; <br /> 5. remove invasive species along river and replace with native plants and shrubs; <br /> 6. develop kiosks and markers along the river noting key places, events, and memorials. <br /> If you have any questions please call Tim or Adam in <br /> Representative Nathanson's office at 6 -1413. <br /> Office: 900 Court St NE H -288, Salem, OR 97301 - Phone: 503 - 986 -1413 <br /> District: P.O. Box 41895, Eugene, OR 97404 <br />