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Parks and Open Space Newsletter Debuts in Local Homes(fhis Weekend <br /> A new publication about Eugene's parks and open space will begin <br /> arriving at local homes early next week. Titled "Eugene Outdoors," the / <br /> eight-page newsletter is being mailed to all Eugene residents by the <br /> Public Works Parks and Open Space Division. 411111" 041 <br /> "The intent of this semiannual publication is to highlight the many <br /> exciting and unique recreational and educational opportunities in <br /> Eugene's parks and open space," says Johnny Medlin, Parks and Open <br /> Space Division Manager. "In these articles, you will see our <br /> commitment to preserving and enhancing Eugene's parks, open EUGENE <br /> waterways and wetlands for future generations." Parks end <br /> The newsletter unveils a new image developed to create a visual identity <br /> for the recently formed Parks and Open Space Division. The cover u en Space <br /> article features Hendricks Park. Other articles provide information on <br /> park planning and construction projects, give a tour of the west Eugene wetlands, offer tips on <br /> tree safety in the wake of the February 7 windstorm, tell about volunteer and educational <br /> opportunities in the community, and much more. <br /> Copies of the newsletter have been placed in today's Council packet. For more information, <br /> contact Johnny Medlin at 682-4800 or public information specialist Therese Picado at 682- <br /> 4814. <br /> New Native Plant Garden Unveiled Saturday at Hendricks Park <br /> The new Hendricks Park Native Plant Garden will be dedicated at a ceremony on Saturday, <br /> May 4. The event, sponsored by the City of Eugene Parks and Open Space Division, will take <br /> place at 1 p.m. at the F. M. Wilkins Shelter at 2200 Summit Avenue. Featured speakers include <br /> Eugene Mayor Jim Torrey, City Councilor David Kelly, noted Los Angeles landscape architect <br /> Jin Chen, who designed the native plant garden, Jerry Blakely, who helped organize community <br /> support for the garden, and representatives from the newly formed Friends of Hendricks Park. <br /> All City Council members are invited to attend. <br /> Creating a native plant garden was one of the top action priorities that emerged from the <br /> Hendricks Park Forest Management Plan, adopted by the Council in January 2000. Developed <br /> with the help of ecosystem experts and local citizens, the plan outlines a long-term vision for <br /> Hendricks Park, including a garden that showcases the variety and horticultural uses of plants <br /> native to the illamette Valley. <br /> e JrtiR.E C., & t <br /> This vision is becoming a reality through a partnership between the City of Eugene and private <br /> citizens. Last year, Jerry Bluely decided to-help fund a native plant garden as a living memorial <br /> Coy to his wife wh had recently died of cancer. A fund was established with the Oregon Community <br /> Foundation, enabling the community to match City funds, and work has begun on the garden. <br />