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KLCC’S Aubrey Bulkeley reports on how the Downtown Riverfront Park project is taking shape as it nears completion.
Project Manager Emily Proudfoot explains the current progress and future development of the Downtown Riverfront Park project.
Credit Aubrey Bulkeley
“This platform extends six to eight feet beyond… Now you really feel like you’re up and over the river,” said Proudfoot.
Many aspects of the design are meant to enhance the visitor s experience through interpretation and art.
The pedestrian and bike paths weave through the space like ripples on water. An inclusive water fountain meant to highlight the experiences of Eugene’s Black citizens has a prominent place near the DeFazio Bridge with a clear view of where the Across the Bridge community used to be.