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H. Northwest Energy Bill Re~--Mayor Keller stated he would like addltional information a out the Northwest Energy Bill so the council e would be able to take a position. He indicated he would like a report from Greg Page, Technology Coordinator. Mr. Lieuallen asked what the status of the bill was and if council would receive the report before action is taken. Mr. Page responded that the bill is in Congressman Weaver's committee and is in the early stages. Ms. Miller stated it is an important subject and the council should keep in mind that EWEB has been following this very closely and they have taken a position. She feels the council should not duplicate EWEB's work but use the work and effort they have already done. She noted that Congressman Weaver also has a strong position on this. Mayor Keller noted that Mr. Page could use those resources and he would be reporting back to the council on July 2. I. Interviews for the Opening on Eugene Renewal Agency--Mr. Henry noted that Tom Ballantyne's term on the Eugene Renewal Agency will expire July 10. He has indicated a desire to continue with this agency. Mr. Delay stated that, since Mr. Ballantyne has been Chairman and has been very involved in many negotiations, the interview process should be followed with only Mr. Ballantyne being interviewed. Mr. Li eua 11 en stated agreement and noted that Mr. Ballantyne has been very active and productive. Mr. Obi e moved to intervi ew Tom Sa 11 antyne for the open ing on the Eugene Renewal Agency at 11 a.m., June 25, in the McNutt Room. Ms. Smith seconded the motion. Roll call vote; motion carried e unan imous 1 y. J. Introduction--Mr. Henry introduced Chuck Maichel, who is an intern for the summer in the City Manager's Office. K. Elected Officials Coordinating Committee Meeting--Mr. Henry stated that the Elected Offlclals Coordlnating Committee will meet on June 19 at 7 a.m. The previously announced meeting for next week has been canceled. Work will continue following tOday's council meeting on the Metropolitan Plan Update and this will occur at several of the next Wednesday meetings as well. Jim Croteau, Planning, feels it will takOe at least three or four more meetings to get through the text and the committee will also need to discuss the testimony given at the public hearing. The coordinating committee will schedule more meetings for next week at tomorrow's meeting. Springfield is committed to submitting a plan to LCDC by July 1, 1980. Eugene and Lane County probably will not be at a point of submission of this plan by that date; however, Mayor Keller noted there could be a day-long session to get through this material. e 6/18/80--3