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i _ °~ <br />:_~ ~,._ w ~~.._.. ~._____~ ______~.__.._ __.._ ___.~.:_~ _ __._ i <br />Priority Issues, Sustainable Solutions <br />:,~ <br />} When I reflect on my first year as Mayor of Eugene, so many different <br />-. ,~ ~ words come to mind: interesting, challenging, fun, enlightening, busy, <br />,t,~ ~ ,h r ~ and full of opportunities. I am constantly impressed by the engagement <br />and commitment of the people who live here and .their willingness to <br />~~ dedicate themselves to this community's success. Through community <br />~ ` organizations, neighborhood associations, businesses, advocacy groups <br />'~~` and civic commissions and boards, thousands of volunteers regularly <br />give their time and talent to Eugene. That is an asset many other <br />communities would love to have. Thank you all. <br />We have a great deal to be proud of. The Ciry of Eugene continues to <br />be recognized for its innovative approaches to complex urban issues, its <br />talented and dedicated staff,'and the quality of services it provides. From <br />the recent accreditation of the Fire Department to the construction of <br />RiverPlay, a one-of-a-kind playground experience for kids of all ages <br />and abilities, we are putting our best foot forward in creative, sustainable <br />ways. <br />As the title of this report suggests, building and maintaining a sustainable <br />future for generations to come in Eugene requires the commitment and <br />effort of every one of us. The Ciry Council's goals and priority issues <br />reflect this worthy objective and are the basis for each decision we make. <br />We must be vigilant in protecting the qualities that make this community <br />special while creatively working to ensure that Eugene is a welcoming, <br />safe, and prosperous place for everyone. <br />It is an honor to serve as your Mayor and to present this report <br />highlighting the many noteworthy accomplishments we have achieved <br />together. I look forward to the coming year. <br />Sincerely, <br />Coverphotos (left to rigbt, from top): downtown hanging flower baskets; Eugene police offieorparh'ci,~~arta~' u~ V~~NIh ~iu,m1 rr~rt~s~,Ri~; kkrt~~ ~ 'l~r,1 I ~ir~~ ,5"tation 19; <br />Skyview Park; swim meet atAmaZon Pool,• entertainment at the Ia'brarygrand staircase <br />I~- <br />/ ~. p <br />~~ <br />Kitty Pier y <br />Mayor <br />