Brian Bull / KLCC
Eugene’s skyline has a flashy new feature as of tonight. At 6:00pm, a few dozen people gathered near the new Gordon Hotel as its large rooftop sign was ceremoniously turned on.
Casey Obie Barrett lead the countdown…
“3…2…1…
Gooorrrdooon!” (CHEERS, APPLAUSE) Well there it is, that sign will not turn off, ever again, he grinned. If it does, call the City of Eugene, because we’re on a redundant grid (LAUGHTER).it’s guaranteed.”
Barrett is executive vice president of Obie Companies. The Gordon Hotel is named for his grandfather, and is part of the $75 million Fifth Street expansion.