1. Green in Eugene
Introduction
Options
Recommendation
Conclusion

2. Introduction Problem:
1500 acres of wetlands were discovered west of Eugene, Oregon. A third of which is located on the planned site for industrial development …Spectra-Physics

3. Options Move back to California Fight the EPA
Donate to Eugene’s Preservation fund
Build on east side of Eugene

4. Options #1 Move back to California
Pros
Could sale Property
Avoid Mitigation and legal fees
Closer to Central Offices
Cons
Cost of Moving =$5,000,000
Sunk cost =$10,000,000
Cost of Real estate

5. Options #2 Fight the E.P.A. Pros Could finish Phase-III as planned
Avoid cost of moving
Avoid punishment for illegal fills
Competitive Edge
Cons
Court Fees =$6,000,000
Could lose costly legal battle
Cost of mitigation and permitting =$500,000
Time Lost.

6. Options #3 Donate to Eugene’s Preservation fund
Pros
Tax advantages
Good reputation
Flexibility to expand
Cons
Time loss
Cost of Acreage
Total cost =$360,000

7. Options #4 Build on east side of Eugene
Pros
Avoid confrontation on wetlands issue
Cost less than moving back to California
Con
Purchase new land
Provide transportation for employees
Cost of New building plans

8. Recommendation : Option #3 Donate to Eugene’s Preservation fund

9. Option #3 Cost, Time, and Benefits
12 acres * $30,000 = $360,000
Time
Waiting period will be 45 days
Benefits
Completion of Phase III
Avoid cost of moving and legal fees
Tax advantage
Positive Environmental Reputation

10. Conclusion
Problem
Options
Recommendation
Questions?