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Autumn 2008 Regional Focus Available
The Autumn 2008 edition of the Regional Focus, LCOG's newsletter, is now available to download in PDF format.

McKenzie River MIKE BASIN Hydrological Model
LCOG, in partnership with DHI Water & Environment, has recently completed the first phase of development of a hydrological model of the McKenzie River watershed for the Eugene Water and Electric Board. This document summarizes the results of those efforts. The model will be used by EWEB's drinking water source protection program to help direct water quality monitoring efforts and analyze threats to Eugene's drinking water supply. For more information on this project, contact Bob DenOuden at (541) 682-6516 or bdenouden@lcog.org.

Coordinated Regional Planning Processes
The cities of Eugene and Springfield, Lane County, and Lane Council of Governments are partnering on a number of different regional planning processes. Each will answer critical questions about this region’s future growth. These plans include Transportation Planning, Land Supply and Demand Assessment, and Population Projections.

Regional Trends 2008 - A Statistical Profile of Lane County Available
LCOG is pleased to announce a revised and updated version of Regional Trends: A Statistical Profile of Lane County (PDF) for 2008. This report summarizes some of the most frequently requested data sets compiled by LCOG on the subjects of population, demographic trends, employment, air quality, education, and public health. This information is intended to assist staff and public officials in report writing, research, presentations, grant applications, and planning projects. For more information, contact Bob DenOuden at (541) 682-6516 or bdenouden@lcog.org.

Ridgeline Open Space Vision
The Draft Ridgeline Open Space Vision and Action Plan and related resources are available for review. The ridgeline area is a unique and valuable community asset spanning the twenty mile corridor between Fern Ridge Reservoir and Mount Pisgah. This special area contains high value habitats, outstanding scenery, and working farms and forestland.

LCOG Purchases Park Place Building
Lane Council of Governments has recently purchased the Park Place Building on Willamette in Eugene (between 8th Avenue and Broadway). Staff currently occupying the Wells Fargo Building will relocate to the Park Place Building in late 2008.

PSCC Criminal Justice System 2008 Report Cards
The 2008 PSCC Adult Report Card, Juvenile Report Card, and Data Book are available to download in PDF format on the Community Safety page.

Transportation Planning Guide for Citizens Released
It's How We Get There That Matters—A Citizen's Guide to Transportation Planning is a colorful brochure about regional transportation planning. The Citizen Advisory Committee designed this Guide for the general public—folks who may not be familiar with the world of transportation planning. Original artwork by local student Michelle Yockelson, an original sketch of Kalapuya Indians by local artist Susan Applegate, and historical photos enhance the Guide and give it a distinctive touch. Copies of the Guide are available free of charge, by clicking on the link above or by contacting Kathi Wiederhold at (541) 682-4430 or kwiederhold@lcog.org.

2007 Annual Report Available Online
The 2007 LCOG Annual Report is now available to download in PDF format.

Public Hearing on Coordinated Population Projections
LCOG held a public hearing on December 13, 2007 concerning 2030 and 2035 Coordinated Population Projections for all city urban growth boundaries in Lane County. These coordinated projections are required by Oregon Statute 195.036 which directs the County Coordinating Body to establish and maintain a population forecast and to coordinate that forecast with local governments in the county.

The resolution and supporting material considered by the LCOG Board is available on the LCOG Board meeting page or for inspection at the Downtown LCOG Office located at 99 East Broadway, Suite 400, Eugene, OR 97401. For more information, call (541) 682-4435.

GWMA Action Plan Available for Download
The Southern Willamette Valley Groundwater Management Area (GWMA) Action Plan (PDF download) has been finalized by the GWMA Committee. The Action Plan contains about 60 suggested management practices that could help to restore and protect the groundwater in the Southern Willamette Valley for future uses. There are actions that may be taken by individuals, businesses, and agencies—almost everyone who lives or works within the GWMA has an interest in the groundwater resource, and an opportunity to protect it. The Department of Environmental Quality is expected to formally accept the plan this month.

Regional Trends: Data for Sound Decision Making in Lane County
LCOG is happy to introduce the first annual Regional Trends: Data for Sound Decision Making in Lane County (1.70mb PDF). In this report, one will find a sampling of some of the most frequently requested data sets that LCOG compiles. It is hoped that this information will help staff and public officials in report writing, research, presentations, planning projects, grant applications, and economic development projects. Regional Trends will be updated throughout the year when the most recent data on a subject becomes available. Please email Megan Banks with suggestions or feedback for future issues.