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Community Partnerships – Some councilors have mentioned a collaborative approach with the community in working the issue where the City would, for example, assume a support role to the non-profit and/or for-profit social services network. Attachment G is a current list maintained by Eugene Police of community social services agencies. There are 12 agencies listed as providing shelter which could provide the council a starting point for a gap analysis. This approach could also take advantage of the professional management services these agencies provide in addressing the homeless issues in Eugene. RELATED CITY POLICIES Eugene Code 4.815 Prohibited Camping and Eugene Code 4.816 Permitted Camping. COUNCIL OPTIONS The council options include: 1.Direct the City Manager to schedule a public hearing on the draft ordinance and the list of potential sites for the pilot program. 2.Pursue resolution through a collaborative effort with the local social services network. CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION The City Manager recommends the City Council take the following actions: 1.Provide specific guidance as to the scope of work, problem statement, and desired outcomes. 2.To the extent council remains interested in accommodating overnight camping in City parks and other City property, direct the City Manager to schedule a public hearing on the draft ordinance and the list of potential sites for the pilot program. SUGGESTED MOTION Move to direct the City Manager to schedule a public hearing on the draft ordinance and the list of potential sites for the pilot program. ATTACHMENTS A. Draft Ordinance B. List of Potential Properties C. Potential Camping Sites – Northeast Eugene D. Potential Camping Sites – Northwest Eugene E. Potential Camping Sites – Southeast Eugene F. Potential Camping Sites – Southwest Eugene G. Social Services Agencies Summary S:\CMO\2013 Council Agendas\M130626\S130626B.doc