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^ Views. The views which Amazon Park affords, both within the park and to the <br />surrounding landscape are both unique and treasured. Careful consideration must <br />be given to every new development, be it a new restroom building or the planting of <br />a tree, to ensure the preservation of important views. Of particular importance are <br />the long views looking north and south along the bike path. Additionally, short- <br />range views across a stretch of lawn or wetland should not be unnecessarily <br />cluttered. See viewshed diagrams in appendix. <br />View from bike path, looking south to Spencer's Butte. <br />Natural area protection and enhancement. Unique natural habitats are found within <br />Amazon Park and deserve not only preservation, but continued enhancement. <br />Enhancement of Amazon Creek is a goal which must consider the entire creek, both <br />upstream and downstream of Amazon Park. An in-depth study of potential <br />enhancements of the creek is being pursued in partnership with the Army Corp of <br />Engineers. A thriving population of the endangered plant species, Bradshaw's <br />lomatium is present in the park and is an indicator of how successful natural area <br />management practices are. Increasing the diversity of species within the wetland <br />prairies and ash woodlands is a worthy and achievable goal. <br />Education opportunities. Amazon. Park is unique for its natural resource values within <br />an urban setting which is surrounded by schools and residences. Such a setting is <br />ripe for environmental education. An interpretive program should be developed for <br />the park which is holistic in approach, emphasizing the unique qualities of Amazon <br />Park within the Eugene area. Such a program may include art, trails, signage, and <br />programmed activities. <br />Signage. A comprehensive system of <br />signage is needed to address the many <br />informational needs. Types of signs <br />include facility signs, directional signs <br />and maps, educational signs, and rules <br />signs. <br />Amazon Park Concept Design Page 14 February 15, 2005 <br />Kalapuya naming ceremony for restored wetland. <br />