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- reputation, Ms. Schue indicated that TCI seems to be performing acceptably in this area. l. Eugene Arts Foundation Board Mr. Holmer reported that the Eugene Arts Foundation Board is redefining its mission and determining how to use its resources. In July, $136,000 from the Silva fund was allocated to arts groups. Ms. Bascom noted that an issue involving promises made to donors of the original chairs has been resolved. Ms. Wooten inquired about the amount of the Hult bequest that has been realized by the foundation. Mr. Holmer agreed to obtain a report for the council. J. Audit Committee Mr. Bennett commented that he looked forward to being part of the Audit Committee and he hoped to discuss his position on auditing in general. He noted the importance of auditing to the credibility of the City. K. Council Committee on Economic Diversification As the new member of the Council Committee on Economic Diversification (CCED), Mr. Bennett deferred to Ms. Wooten for a report on the committee1s activities. Mr. Bennett stressed the importance of accountability in economic diversification and he encouraged councilors to read available e economic reports. He particularly noted a recent report on labor trends in Lane County. Ms. Wooten reported that CCED is developing an implementation plan for the new portions of the economic development program. A staff task group is determining costs of implementing the work plan. The committee is considering whether encouraging and promoting trade associations is an effective means to accomplish cost savings for small businesses and to encourage business expansion through collaborative marketing. CCED has begun to review the legislative agenda. Ms. Wooten indicated the council should consider its position on lottery money and economic development. While the initial consensus was not to take a strong position against diversified uses of lottery money, Ms. Wooten wanted to assure that the City.s interests would be represented in this session's consideration of that issue. Ms. Wooten anticipated the initiation of legislation at the State level relating to coordination between State and Federal agencies on criteria-setting, evaluation, and identification of wetlands. She suggested that the council analyze and pursue a request for mitigation money for the situation in west Eugene. Ms. Wooten said much of the planning and investment in industrial land in west Eugene cannot be mitigated without assistance from the State. She noted that the requested mitigation money could. but would not necessarily be lottery money. e MINUTES--Eugene City Council September 19, 1988 Page 5 Quarterly Process Session