The property contains a rare remnant of oak savanna habitat which once dominated the Willamette Valley, but is now down to the last 2-3%. These oaks were relied on by the Indigenous peoples who populated the area.  Their fire-resistant bark allowed for field burning, and now protects us from wildfire as they are very slow to burn and their canopies do not explode. 

The plan has no protections for any of the increasingly rare oak trees, some of which are 150-300 years old. What the plan also ignores is the undisturbed, critical root zone which contributes to the prevention of landslides, flooding and erosion.

Removal of approximately 70% of the 4.56 acres of wetlands will also remove their natural ability to prevent flooding and erosion, while putting the health of Videra Creek at risk. 

The property is a well-used wildlife corridor and habitat for a wide variety of wildlife who depend on it. Since the cessation of previous construction the area has seen a large influx of wildlife who rely on the property for food, water and shelter.

As a wildlife corridor, the property connects the forested Urban Growth Boundary and Videra Park open space with the open space across Hawkins and Skyview Park.

The property is the headwaters of Videra Creek, which flows into Amazon Creek and eventually to the Long Tom River.