16 <br /> <br />organizations to balance preservation and access to the river.” The Willamette River Greenway is a <br />valued asset to the River Road and Santa Clara neighborhoods. <br />Chapter III E. Environmental Design Element <br />E.3 The planting of street trees shall be strongly encouraged, especially for all new developments and <br />redeveloping areas (where feasible) and new streets and reconstruction of major arterials within the <br />UGB. <br />Consistent with this Metro Plan policy, preserving and planting street trees is reflected in Neighborhood <br />Plan Policy 7.5, “Tree Canopy: Promote, conserve, protect, and improve our urban forest by preserving <br />and planting street trees and encouraging private property owners to plant trees with education and <br />incentives, consistent with Eugene’s Urban Forestry program.” Additionally, the Urban Facilities Plan <br />contains Policy 4.4(2), “Encourage street tree planting in the study area,” and although repealing the <br />Urban Facilities Plan is proposed, the policy direction related to planting street trees continues to be <br />represented in the Metro Plan and the Neighborhood Plan. <br />Chapter III F. Transportation Element <br />F.3 Provide for transit-supportive land use patterns and development, including higher intensity, transit- <br />oriented development along major transit corridors and near transit stations; medium- and high-density <br />residential development within ¼ mile of transit stations, major transit corridors, employment centers, <br />and downtown areas; and development and redevelopment in designated areas that are or could be well <br />served by existing or planned transit. <br />F.10 Protect and manage existing and future transportation infrastructure. <br />F.11 Develop or promote intermodal linkages for connectivity and ease of transfer among all <br />transportation modes. <br />F.13 Support transportation strategies that enhance neighborhood livability. <br />F.18 Improve transit service and facilities to increase the system’s accessibility, attractiveness, and <br />convenience for all users, including the transportation disadvantaged population. <br />F.26 Provide for a pedestrian environment that is well integrated with adjacent land uses and is designed <br />to enhance the safety, comfort, and convenience of walking. <br />Consistent with the transportation element in the Metro Plan, one of the five topic areas in the <br />Neighborhood Plan also focuses on transportation. Both sections include policies related to <br />infrastructure improvements, connectivity, safety for all users, and creating pedestrian-friendly <br />environments. See the related Neighborhood Plan policies below: <br /> <br />Policy 5.3 Active Transportation to Commercial Centers: Expand active transportation networks <br />that connect neighborhoods to their adjacent commercial areas, schools, and community <br />gathering spaces. <br />Policy 5.4 Traffic Management: Prioritize transportation infrastructure improvements to support <br />the traffic flow and enhance safety objectives. <br />Policy 13.1 Key Areas for Development: Support more development and redevelopment in key