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Friends of Eugene
We need your contributions to help support public interest efforts for a safe, sustainable, livable Eugene.

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The WeatherPixie

 
Friends of Eugene Publications
Discussion Forum

Friends of Eugene Community Wiki Page

Citizens State of the City 2005
Newsletter 2004 (pdf)
Citizens State of the City 2003
Guide to TransPlan 2000
TransPlan 2000

Community Resources
1000 Friends of Oregon
LandWatch Lane County
Helios Network
West Eugene Wetlands
Lane County Audubon
Neighborhood Leaders Council
Southeast Neighbors
CHOICES

Key Links for City of Eugene
New City of Eugene Site

Eugene Neighborhoods
Southeast Neighbors
Citizens Nature Project

  • Eugene City Council Meeting Info
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    Contacting Eugene City Officials (PDF)

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    Eugene Weekly local mainstay
    Register Guard establishment daily

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    KOAC 550AM Oregon public radio
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    KOPT 1600 progressive talk radio

    KMTR TV NBC affiliate, Clear Channel
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    When and how does our community get serious
    about slashing our carbon footprints?


    Please see our community wiki pages and online discussion area for latest info!

    And please join our two-way "foe_discuss" and
    announcements-only "foe_members" email lists
    for updates and actions...


    An emerging new vision for west Eugene
    Building community consensus around integrated land use, transpoation, and environmental solutions.
    2009.0302 - WEC report has achieved overall consensus and is now in final editing...



    A good try, but no dice, from City planning department:
    South Ridgeline Habitat Study (SRHS)
     

    Friends of Eugene is a coalition of individuals and organizations who care about the future of Eugene. We value the high quality of life that we enjoy here and believe that the small-town atmosphere and outstanding natural environment contribute greatly to the livability of our city. We wish to preserve these qualities.

    The unprecedented growth Eugene faces in the next few years could change forever the complexion of our town. Thus, we are at a critical point where planning and policy decisions made over the next few years will significantly shape the future character of our town.

    While we recognize that change is inevitable, we believe that growth management is essential to protect and preserve the qualities we value most. Good planning and sensible land use policies will provide benefits to Eugeneans far into the future. To accomplish this, we believe that citizens need to be actively involved in the process. We seek to encourage and facilitate citizen involvement in planning issues.

    We are dedicated to upholding and extending the fine tradition of comprehensive, long-range planning which was started in Oregon over 30 years ago, while adding our planet's most newly-recognized needs and our most up-to-date collective knowledge to the process.

    Please Join Us!


    Friends of Eugene Goals

    • Increase citizen awareness of, and involvement in, key planning and land use issues through regular public meetings, hosting speakers and sponsoring public forums on timely issues.
    • Encourage policies and planning practices that preserve or enhance the livability and quality of life in Eugene.
    • Improve and expand Eugene's system of parks, open areas, greenbelts and natural areas.
    • Increase emphasis on pedestrian, bicycle and alternative transportation throughout the city.
    • Achieve full recovery of the impact costs of new development on roads, sewers, water and electricity, schools and other public services.
    • Improve the quality of all new development in the city through design standards and a public review process.
    • Promote growth management to keep the area's growth rate down and maintain a healthy local economy.
    • Direct local economic development efforts towards local small businesses (rather than large out-of town corporations).


    Friends of Eugene Membership

    Your membership, support, and contributions are essential to keep Friends of Eugene going!
    Special Current Needs: Help with challenging the Garage Giveaway, with reclaiming downtown Eugene planning, and with costs of fighting the West Eugene Parkway (the WEP).
    Any amount is appreciated, small or large!

    Regular Member: $35   Low-Income Member: $15
    Contributing Member: $60   Sustaining Member: $100

    Please send checks to:     Friends of Eugene, PO Box 50753, Eugene, OR 97405

    or...     Contribute Online     It's fast, easy, and secure.

    Privacy Note: Friends of Eugene does not exchange the names and addresses of its members with other organizations.


    Board of Directors

    Kevin Matthews, designated spokesperson
    541-345-7421 - office and messages
    matthews@artifice.com

    Board Members:
    Charles Biggs
    David G. Hinkley - Vice President
    Kevin Matthews - President
    Eve McConnaughey
    Greg McLauchlan
    Candace Nelson
    Deborah Noble - Treasurer
    Cary Thompson - Secretary


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