South Eugene Community Newsletter for Thursday, July 23

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Good morning! It’s July 23 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Clouds giving way to some sun in South Eugene

Today will be clouds giving way to some sun. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 85 with a low of 57. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (8/11). Mostly sunny now, changing to cloudy at 8 a.m.

Looking ahead: Mild late Wednesday night

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Top news from nearby

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What’s new around you

▼︎ police incidents   ▼︎ road incidents   ▼︎ real estate   ▼︎ events

Read on to see the details about each item…

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Things to do in South Eugene

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Property development

• A zoning application has been filed for the vacant lot located south of East 32nd Avenue. The proposal seeks to divide the existing lot into three separate parcels, with each new lot intended to accommodate one dwelling unit. This application marks the first step in the process for potential residential development on the currently unused land. (view application)
   

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Community crime report

• A report was taken about a runaway juvenile near 130 Treehill Loop, Eugene at 7 p.m. on July 22.
   

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Roadwork is affecting traffic near you

• Long-term projects: – Construction is happening near 18th and Hilyard Street this week. Expect some delays and possible lane reductions to a single lane. Pedestrians and bicyclists should follow detours and watch for construction signs.
• Construction near the shoulders of Willamette Street and 52nd Avenue is causing major delays this week. Heavy equipment will be moving in and out of the area. Access to the Ridgeline Trail from the southwest corner of West 52nd Avenue and South Willamette Street, and the Ridgeline Trail parking west of South Willamette Street, will be closed as needed.
• From Monday through Friday this week, parking is closed on the west side of Portland Street between W 30th Avenue and W 29th Place, and in parts of the parking area north of W 29th Place to W 28th Avenue. The west side sidewalk of Portland Street between W 30th Avenue and W 29th Place is also closed. Pedestrians should use the temporary ramp and sidewalk on the east side of Portland Street, and a temporary path on the north side of W 30th Avenue.
• Starting this week, paving work is happening at the cul-de-sac on McLean Blvd between Graham Dr and McKendrick Blvd. McLean Blvd will be closed to through traffic from Graham Dr to the cul-de-sac between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., but residents can still get in and out. Two detours are set up: one reroutes traffic before Graham Dr via Lasater, Randy, and 29th streets back to McKendrick St and McLean Blvd; the other detours Graham Dr to Chambers St via 28th St.
• Paving work is happening this week on Vine Maple Street, Spring Boulevard, Pine Canyon Drive, Huckleberry Street, and South Ridge Drive, including nearby sidewalks. Expect possible delays, lane reductions, or short-term road closures. – Paving work is scheduled this week on Hilyard Street between 40th and 34th Avenue, the Friendly Street and 18th Avenue area, 24th Avenue from Hilyard to Agate, and Alder Street from 30th to 32nd Avenue. This work is expected to have a low impact on 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.