Editor’s note: Due to an editing error, the Tuesday, July 15, North Eugene Neighborhood newsletter contained inaccurate information about zoning application filed for 1735 Adkins Street. The application was for a skilled nursing facility. Lookout Eugene-Springfield regrets the error.
Good morning! It’s July 16 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Very hot with sunshine in North Eugene
Today will be sizzling sunshine and very hot; danger of dehydration and heatstroke if outside for extended periods of time. The high will be 98 with a low of 54. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (9/11).
Top news from nearby
A 286,680-square-foot e-commerce distribution center near Eugene Airport may increase Highway 99 traffic by 15%. Public comments on the air-quality permit are open until July 22, with construction starting in December.
What’s new around you
▼︎ police incidents ▼︎ road incidents ▼︎ real estate ▼︎ events

Read on to see the details about each item…
Things to do in North Eugene

Summer Science Adventure Camps Week 1 Middle School
At Eugene Science Center on July 16
Repeats 2 more times until July 18

Summer Science Adventure Camps Week 5
At Eugene Science Center on July 16
Repeats 2 more times until July 18

Instrument Petting Zoo
Ages 5-12: hear, touch, and try instruments with the Eugene Symphony. https://www.eugene-or.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=34117
At Sheldon Branch Library on July 16
Property development
- A zoning application has been filed for 3500 Chad Drive, proposing the development of a climbing gym. (view application)
Community crime report
- There was a report of suspicious conditions near the 1400 block of Anderson Ln at midnight on July 16.
- There was a car crash with unknown injuries near Eugene Sand And Gravel at midnight on July 16.
- A report was taken for a motor vehicle incident with no injuries at 4 p.m. on July 15 near 325 I105 Eastbound in Eugene.
- A motor vehicle crash resulting in injuries was reported at 3 p.m. on July 15 near 420 Coburg Rd, Eugene.
- A report was taken for a dispute that happened near 3021 Bailey Ln in Eugene at 2 p.m. on July 15.
- A report was taken for a dispute that happened near 90 Commons Dr in Eugene at 2 p.m. on July 15.
- A hit-and-run incident was reported near 2828 Chad Dr in Eugene at noon on July 15.
- A person was given a citation instead of being taken into custody while assisting another agency. This happened near Coburg Road and I-105 Eastbound in Eugene at noon on July 15.
- Police helped another agency with an incident near Harlow Road and I-5 Southbound in Eugene at 11 a.m. on July 15.
- A report was taken for a dispute that happened near 955 Coburg Rd in Eugene at 11 a.m. on July 15.
- A theft was reported at 8 a.m. on July 15 near 300 Country Club Rd in Eugene.
- A report was taken about a suspicious person or people near 35 Club Rd in Eugene at 3 a.m. on July 15.
Roadwork is affecting traffic near you
- Long-term projects: Construction on Gilham Rd from Ayres Rd to Don Juan Ave is ongoing and will continue until December 31. The work includes installing storm sewers, water quality facilities, retaining walls, ADA curb ramps, sidewalks, and paving. Detours and flaggers will be in place to manage traffic.
Disclosure: Traffic incidents, property development updates and police incidents are partially generated by artificial intelligence. We are constantly working to improve the accuracy and quality of our AI-generated content. However, there may still be errors or inaccuracies. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.


