Topic Areas
The Neighborhood Plan focuses on the Topic Areas of Economic Development, Transportation, Parks and Natural Resources, Land Use, and Community. To reflect the community values, aspirations and priorities expressed during outreach, each Topic Area includes:
- Vision statements which are aspirational descriptions of the community’s best outcome for how the neighborhood will look, feel and function 20 years and more into the future.
- Goals that translate the vision, describing hopes for the future on a particular idea.
- Policies that will be formally adopted by the City of Eugene and Lane County to provide a consistent course of action and move the community toward attainment of its goals.
- Actions which are possible strategies identified by the community, captured in the Action Plan, to implement the adopted policies over time and will require ongoing advocacy and continued coordination between various partners.
Find the vision statements, goals, and policies for each Topic Area in the Neighborhood Plan and actions in the Action Plan. To get an overview of each Topic Area and related resources, click on the tabs below.
The community vision for economic development includes:
- the creation and growth of local businesses
- redevelopment that promotes walkability and increases access to daily needs
- availability of more living wage employment opportunities within the neighborhoods
The Neighborhood Plan policies intend to:
- provide incentives for local businesses
- support redevelopment that fosters active mixed-use centers
- encourage neighborhood-scale businesses in residentially zoned areas
The neighborhood-specific draft code amendments:
- will allow urban farmers to collectively sell produce on-site
Review the one-page summary of the Economic Development topic area.
The community vision for transportation includes:
- a transportation network that is safe and accessible for all users
- increases walking, biking, and transit options
- improves connectivity
- enhances traffic flow
The Neighborhood Plan policies intend to:
- expand active transportation networks
- prioritize infrastructure improvements
- educate youth about transportation options
- create a transportation system that responds to long-term needs
Review the one-page summary of the Transportation topic area.
Want to learn about ongoing transportation projects in River Road-Santa Clara, and how they relate to the Neighborhood Plan?
The community vision for parks and natural resources includes the desire to create and enhance:
- parks and open spaces
- tree canopy
- natural stormwater conveyances
The Neighborhood Plan policies intend to:
- provide access and connectivity to parks
- increase the availability of recreational opportunities
- balance preservation and access to the Willamette River
- promote agricultural enterprises and preserve farmland
Review the one-page summary of the Parks and Natural Resources topic area.
Want to learn about ongoing parks projects in River Road-Santa Clara?
- Check out the Eugene Parks and Recreation System Plan Planning District Summary for River Road-Santa Clara.
- View Parks and Recreation Bond Projects in River Road and Santa Clara.
- Learn more about Stormwater and Natural Resource Projects in River Road and Santa Clara.
- Get involved in active projects such as the Santa Clara Community Park and the East Santa Clara Waterway.
- Volunteer for Lane County Parks Projects at Hileman Park and Whitely Landing.
- Watch a video to learn more about Stormwater and how the City of Eugene protects waterways.
- See the River Road-Santa Clara Parks and Natural Resources Map.
The community vision for land use includes:
- more walkable neighborhoods/neighborhood centers
- a variety of housing options, shops, services
- community space
The Neighborhood Plan policies intend to support development that is:
- well designed
- compatible with existing surroundings
- creates an active and accessible corridor
The neighborhood-specific draft code amendments intend to:
- promote pedestrian-friendly design, through standards such as:
- lower the maximum building height in Community Commercial (C-2) zoned areas to 60 feet (5 stories)
- add design standards in C-2, such as street facing facades and weather protection
- add transition standards such as buffering and setbacks for C-2 development next to Low Density Residential (R-1) zoned areas
- prohibit the establishment of certain uses in C-2, such as storage facilities and certain motor vehicle and machinery sales
Review the one-page summary of the Land Use topic area.
The community topic area conveys a vision for:
- welcome and inclusive neighborhoods that are safe, resilient, and engaged
- more community gathering spaces
- developed networks to share resources
The Neighborhood Plan policies intend to:
- Support and advocate for neighborhood services and opportunities, such as:
- affordable housing
- public art
- library and cultural services
- emergency preparedness
The vision for community will rely on:
- building community support and participation
- collaborating with the City, County, and other local service providers
- supporting current work being done by RRCO and SCCO and their related committees
Review the one-page summary of the Community topic area.
Want to learn more about how to get involved in your community organization?
Both the River Road Community Organization and Santa Clara Community Organization are active in the neighborhood planning process as well as other neighborhood issues. Check out their websites to learn more about neighborhood events and news.