Eugene Planning. The water from the meadow eventually flows into central Eugene. If you <br />tarmac over the south hills, flooding downsteam will increase. Houston allowed this sort of <br />development, and the resulting floods have been catastrophic. <br />2. Due to a change in regulations, there is now no protection for the trees in Videra <br />Meadow, despite the fact that it is an Area of Prominent and Plentiful Vegetation. Put simply, <br />this is the prettiest part of the south hills. I am sure that the developer will take the first <br />opportunity to cut down as many native white oaks as possible. There must be some code or <br />way you can ensure at least part of this wonderful site can be left as it is. <br />I am not opposed to some development on the site. But it should be safe and hopefully <br />will preserve at least part of this wonderful meadow. <br />Dr. Mark Biggin PhD <br />2478 Randy Lane <br />Eugene OR 97405 <br />markbiggin@sbcglobal.net