Joined by Eugene Mayor Kaarin Knudson for a deep conversation about where our city is headed. From housing goals and public safety to the city budget, transportation, and the shifting media landscape in Lane County, we cover the issues shaping Eugene’s future.
Topics include:
Reflections from her Sept 5 City Club of Eugene talk at the WOW Hall
Housing challenges and Eugene’s 5-year goal of 1,000 new units
The future of CAHOOTS and crisis response services
Policing, Flock cameras, privacy concerns, and immigrant protections
City budget shortfalls and the idea of a regional fire district
Record traffic fatalities and safer streets for all users
The decline of the Register-Guard and the role of independent outlets like Eugene Weekly, the Emerald, and KLCC
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