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Mr. Hayes stated that Mr. Rutan of the Planning Commission was available to answer questions. In response to a question from Councilor Wooten, Mr. Hayes stated that residents e would be able to use the River Road Parks District's facilities after annexation by paying a user fee. In response to questions from Councilor Lindberg, Mr. Hayes stated that the petitions for annexation had been submitted April 22, 1983, and the one request for withdrawal had been voiced at the Planning Commission meeting of June 14. In response to a question from Ms. Schue, Mr. Hayes said that the map showing petitioners and non-petitioners did not designate those petitioners who had expressed an interest in withdrawal. Councilor Wooten said that there was a discrepancy in figures QJoted on property tax increases, and asked for clarification. Mr. Hayes replied that the taxes on a $60,000 home would probably increase by one-third. Mr. Gleason said that he did not think the average net increase would be that high. In response to a question from Councilor Hansen, Mr. Hayes said that this was not city-initiated, but a voluntary annexation request with 66 percent of the property owners making the request. No ex parte contacts or conflicts of interest were declared by councilors. Public hearing was opened. Speaking in support of the request: e Emerson Hamilton, 2159 Escalante, said that he spoke for the majority who were requesting annexation. He indicated that the area involved was a compact area contiguous to the city limits, and represented a logical boundary for the city. He reviewed the urban services and said that these services were needed now. Fire protection: He said he was not unhappy ~th the fire protection provided by the Santa Clara Rural Fire Department, but felt that the City of Eugene could provide equally good service. Parks and Recreation: He indicated that he was proud of the River Road Parks District, but noted that one could subscribe for their services at a reasonable rate, and that there was also the possibility that a contract would be signed between the City and the Parks District to provide services to residents. Public Works: He commented that the City had a well-functioning department and could provide the necessary services. Sanitary sewers: He noted that all residents in the area were currently on septic tank systems, and that many residents were concerned with the possibility of failure. Police protection: He commented that this was even more of a concern since the Lane County sheriffs were no longer available, but that service had been inade- quate before this. Mr. Hamilton stated that the petitioners considered the City of Eugene the logical provider of these services. There is no need for duplica- tion of these services. The petitioners are aware of the costs and are willing e MINUTES--Eugene City Council July 11, 1983 P~e4