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Ms. Smith stated that in regard to the time schedule, portions pertaining to industrial areas will be completed prior to those portions dealing . with the commercial district. Mr. Croteau stated that the industrial sections will be completed in late 1980. Ms. Smith asked if commercial areas will be completed by that time also, and Mr. Croteau responded that they would. Ms. Smith suggested starting with commercial areas first as she feels that this will be a more thorough process. Public hearing was opened. Randall Hledik, Land Use Subcommitee, Eugene Area Chamber of Commerce, stated that guiding principles are necessary. They agreed that a workable zoning ordinance is needed. They had had some concerns about the word "drastic" in the memo, and felt the process should be thorough and "evolutionary." They are also concerned about the definition of "simplicity." They feel it would be very good if this could be accomplished within two years. They would like to see emphasis placed on this project so that it will occur as rapidly as possible. They would prefer to see the industrial area tackled first. They are looking forward to working with the City and Planning staff. There being no further testimony, public hearing was closed. Mr. Ob i e st ated th at he is concerned about the word "dr as tic. " He asked why this procedure would have to take so long and not be completed until 1982. John Porter, Planning Director, stated that the completion date of 1982 is due to budget cuts which resulted in only e half as much money being available for the project. They will be using present staff and some consulting services. Some elements will take longer because of the volume of public input that is anticipated. Mr. Obie asked if it would be necessary to wait until the total project was completed before changes in the ordinance were adopted. Mr. Porter responded that they would like to see modules adopted as they are completed. Mr. Obie noted further concerns with the residen- tial section being placed sixth in priority since many homes conceivably could be built in the meantime, affecting density, downtown housing, and energy considerations. These may have an impact greater on the community than the impact resulting from the industrial issues. Ms. Miller noted agreement with Mr. Obie. All areas are important but most development that occurs will be residential. She wondered whether R-3 zoning and infilling would be addressed through the residential section or in the developments standards portion. Mr. Lieuallen questioned the timing for inclusion of the Energy Conservation Policy Board recommendations. Mr. Porter stated that the council should decide how the process is to occur. If the council can agree on which areas have higher priority then that is what will be done first. They have already begun work on some areas but those could be put in a holding pattern should the council priorities be different. Mr. Lieuallen asked when the Energy Conservation Policy e ',./ 9110/80--4