![]() ![]() Mow out blackberries on sloped banks and re-plant with natives.ĭid you know? Nearly 3000 people polled said their priorities were "improving existing parks and open space areas by upgrading park features and improving habitat" (Eugene Outdoors, Summer 2003).Restore decrepit stretching areas at north and south ends of bark trail.Better access from adjacent neighborhoods for pedestrians and bicyclists.New bark trails and connectors to upper Amazon paths.Build an arching pedestrian bridge over the creek to vary route options for joggers and walkers.More native riparian plantings and widened meanders to improve water quality and wildlife habitat. ![]() Safety enhancements to sidewalk cracks and edging, underpass lighting, overhanging blackberry vines.Buffer natural areas from streets, buildings, lighting glare, and organized sports.Landscaping throughout the park for beautification, street screening, shade, and wildlife values.Benches for resting, enjoying the creek or watching sunset.Improvements suggested so far (see full restoration alternative in LCOG study): The next public meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 20th, 7:00-9:00 pm at Hilyard Community Center at 2580 Hilyard. The City needs to hear from you today! Let them know how you use the park, what facilities you want (and don't want!) there, and that you are interested in a more natural Amazon stream corridor. What's New: article by Mary O'Brien in 6 Nov 03 Eugene Weekly Aerial photo time series 1936-1995 Bird, butterfly, and dragonfly lists What's this all about? Eugene Parks has begun a citizen review process to determine the best use for $550,000 of Bond Measure money allocated to Amazon Park. Send corrections and suggestions to webmaster. More park natural history: birds, butterflies, dragonflies, plants The Green Peoples Alternative: vision statement for Amazon Park Mary O'Brien essay on Amazon Park ChoicesĪmazon Park public workshop: the missing documentsĬompatability of Amazon Park developments with watershed restoration initiatives Restoring Amazon Creek Restoring Amazon Park Home. ![]()
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