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for public works needs more readily than additional property taxes, as histor- ~ ically this has been the case. New funds from a gas tax may make it possible l e' to release other funds for the other capital needs. Mr. Ball agreed with the idea that the council has the responsibility to make it known to the citizens that large unfunded liabilities, in streets and roads especially, are accruing, and that not taking care of these capital assets could be seen as poor financial management. Ms. Schue also voiced a concern that the council needed to make the public aware of the capital asset problems. Returning to the discussion of the "Son of 3" ballot measure, Mr. Obie expres- sed a concern about council responsibility to the citizens should this pass. There was the question of whether or not something should be put on a ballot should revenue-raising options be reduced. Mr. Wong clarified that should this measure pass, a majority vote of 50 percent of the voters would be required to approve any new taxes. There are two opportunities to do this-- in August or September. Mr. Holmer did not feel it would be wise to put a funding measure on the ballot with the "Son of 3" measure. Ms. Schue suggested that a mail-in ballot be prepared for September. This would ensure a good response. Councilors gave a positive response to this suggestion. Ms. Ehrman felt that doing it this way would give the council another chance to act in November should the first measure fail. Discussing a potential amount for the gas tax, it was generally agreed that three cents would be a suitable amount. This amount of taxation should ,~ generate approximately $1.5 million in revenue. (_ To determine what revenue sources to implement, there was general consensus that the following action take place: Mr. Holmer will check with the State regarding the mail-in ballot. Ms. Schue, Mr. Hansen, and Mr. Gleason will meet with the City of Springfield to explore working together on the gas tax issue. With regard to the content of the mail-in ballot, it was clarified that, if done, it would be in a format of informing the citizens of the poor street conditions, and asking them if they agreed with the Council's suggestions to alleviate the situation. Mr. Ball suggested that consideration be given to involving Lane County in the gas tax issue, and that perhaps a metropolitan area tax be considered. The meeting was adjourned at 7:12 p.m. Respectfully submitte~, ~~~ ,. ..~;;.'{;.;y; . - Mic eal D. Gle on, City Manager .~ (Recorded by Sybil Peters) (e SP:cj/CM7bI6 MINUTES--Eugene City Council July 10, 1984 Page 4