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UGENE' Public Works Maintenance 1820 Roosevelt Boulevard GREENSCAPE PLAN I Eugene, Oregon 97402 Project Narrative (503) 687 -5220 This grant proposal, Greenscape Plan I, consists of three segments. A street tree planting in the Whiteaker Neighborhood along Railroad Boulevard, a street tree planting along Fillmore Street next to the Westmoreland Community Center, and a street tree planting along Crest and Lincoln streets which borders Moms Ranch Park a unique, natural, and historic site. The final design will be a product of neighborhood involvement and input When planting under wires, the Eugene Water and Electric Board will be a part of the design team. Each of these segments help implement the City of Eugene's commitment to the development of its urban forest. Trees are very important to the City as stated in the City's Urban Forestry Management Plan. "Trees are probably the single most important contributor to the health and beauty of the urban environment. Their presence brings physical, psychological and spiritual well -being to a community and helps to create a sense of peace and harmony with nature. Within an urban environment, trees give life by softening the geometric rigidity and hard surfaces of streets and buildings. With their infinite variety of form, texture, color, and mood, trees can be used to create diverse spatial configurations. Why trees? Because trees bring life to a city. Trees inspire us and exemplify the continuity of time and space, and provide a sense of beauty for future generations to enjoy." Eugene continues to pursue the very best in urban forestry through the City's management plan, codes, and community education. Greenscape Plan I furthers the goals and objectives of the City's plan by the addition of street trees along streets frequently used by its citizens. SEGMENT #1 Whiteaker Neighborhood - Railroad Boulevard Street Tree Planting The Whiteaker Neighborhood is a central city area consisting of commercial, industrial, and residential properties. The Whiteaker Plan was adopted by the City in 1994 and it contains a commitment to the revitalization of this central city neighborhood through various methods including the planting of street trees. As stated in the Whiteaker Plan, "Continue, enhance, and promote the street tree planting program. There is a high value placed on existing street trees and an interest in maintaining and expanding this element of the streetscape. Planting strips in non- residential areas often lack landscaping. An attractive planting strip can help soften the edge adjacent to residential areas and visually integrate residential with non- residential areas." The proposed street tree planting along Railroad Boulevard and the railroad tracks that run through this neighborhood provides an opportunity for the implementation of the Whiteaker Plan's goals and objectives. This imprdved streetscape will be enjoyed by not only the residents of the Whiteaker Neighborhood but all who use this street. There will be a mix of tough trees suitable for under wires such as Hedge Maple, Lavalle Hawthorn, Golden Desert Ash, and Amur Maple. The planting will provide a buffer and screening of the railroad tracks while giving the street a canopy of trees.