From:Carol Scherer <br />To:GIOELLO Nick R <br />Cc:GROVES Randy B <br />Subject:PDT 24-1 and ST 24-3 <br />Date:Sunday, January 12, 2025 8:02:09 AM <br />Some people who received this message don't often get email from waltzn123@gmail.com. Learn why this is <br />important <br />[EXTERNAL ] <br />As this development is currently proposed, I am in strong opposition for numerous reasons. <br />Primary is the sanctity of human life. With extremely limited access for what is reasonably <br />assumed to be over 300 cars, this is a death trap if a wildfire or other emergency occurred and <br />in an area the City has defined as a high fire hazard area having legislated severe restrictions <br />on fireworks. Additionally, it is unreasonable to mandate no parking on the streets and have it <br />respected given the number of cars which will be needed by residents with no city <br />transportation available. Cars parked on streets would severely limit access by the fire <br />department and emergency vehicles to a resident fire or health event. <br />Secondarily, but extremely important, is the sanctity of the environment. You have received <br />expert testimony regarding the critical importance of wetlands for life and the importance of <br />maintaining wetlands. It is not possible for wetlands to be replaced with man-made creations. <br />Similarly, the oak savanna, 150-300 years old native Willamette Oaks, is an irreplaceable <br />Valley treasure and must be preserved. <br />My concerns are not property values or the impact of increased density on my daily life. I <br />view increased population as an acceptable part of life and even welcome the diversity a <br />development might bring. I do not welcome prioritizing profits over the safety of individuals <br />and over needless harms to the environment. The size of this development must be greatly <br />reduced. <br />Lastly, I have been told I need to be well-versed in the codes for my views to be respected or <br />credible. If so, this is an extremely elitist position and a strong indication that money and the <br />power it wields holds sway over what is just. Our City must operate for the people and not for <br />the powerful. <br />Respectfully, <br />Carol Scherer <br />Resident of Braewood <br />3245 Jayhawk Court <br />Eugene, Oregon 97405 <br />Appeal Testimony (PDT 24-01 & ST 24-03) - Batch #1 Page 12 of 43