I don't need to visit downtown Eugene, just no need or desire.  But, from what I've heard about the transients, homeless, travelers, etc., hanging-out in the downtown, it is become disgusting. 

Out of 70-80 people testifying during the council's January 23rd Monday night public forum, nobody had anything good to say about the downtown.  Here's the webcast:

http://eugene.ompnetwork.org/shows/eugene-city-council-meeting-january-23-2017?iframe_mode=true (it starts at 1:45)

Here's the YouTube version:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZ3DAuiJ0vw

Last, the RG published an article on the poor and unsavory conditions of the downtown.
BTW - I really enjoy living in my "dark house", and you talk about "childish debate".