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, ~-~ ., 40 ~>' ,. 10/14/68 1 l. Ordinance, Conflict of Interest - Paul Hoffman, candidate for the office of mayor, . proposed adoption of an ordinance by the City which would (1) require disclosure of assets by candidates for City office at time of filing f or election; (2 ) set a limitation on campaign expenditures of $5000 for the office of mayor and $2000 for the office of councilman, these amounts to include both expenditures made by the candidate himself and any committee on his behalf; and (3) require filing of income and expense statements by candidates for City office 30, 15, and 5 days before election. Mr. Hoffman said he felt the regulations should apply also to kep ap- pointed officials in City government. He said there is a need for strong election laws to prevent graft and corruption and to determine conflict of interest. With regard to filing of statement of campaign contributions, Mr. Hoffman said a minimum of $50.00 was suggested rather than $5.00 as required by Oregon law. Discussion took place on setting up procedure to determine conflict of interest, intent of the proposed ordinance with regard to giving the public information on possible anticipated conflicts, what bearing a declaration of State-wide interests would have on City offices, and need for consideration of this type of legislation . because of the continued growth of the City. Dr. Purdy said the people seeking election to City offices do so because of interest in the community, and disclosure of campaign contributions and financial interests would not affect voting. Mr . McDona ld commented that these positions are unpaid and said he felt people who serve in City office do so to contribute to the community rather than for personal gain. He ques- tioned bringing the matter up at this time. Mrs. Lauris expressed the opinion that . the public should know where interests of candidates for City office lie. Mrs.Hayward said accusations are sometimes made because the public does not have information, and . she suggested a hearing be held to gain public expression on the subject. Mr.Hoffman said he would like to bring back documented examples from other cities of instances involving conlifct of interest. Dr. Purdy moved seconded by Mrs. Hayward that the item be referred to the staff and information on what is required in other cities brought back to the Council after the November 5 election. Motion carried. Mayor Cone expressed the opinion that a successful businessman might be more ef- fective as councilman or as mayor. Councilman Lassen said that he felt the dollar amounts set in the proposed ordinance for campaign expenses were too high and that disclosure of State-wide interests would discourage capable people from seeking office. Mrs. Hayward asked about the policy of the Eugene Planning Commission. The I City Attorney replied that there had been discussion by the Planning Commission but that no formal action was taken. He said that the report to be brought back to the Council will include the proposal presented to the Planning Commission. Mr. Lassen moved seconded by Mrs. Lauris that Item 1 of the Committee. report be approved. Motion carried. 2 2. Ordinance, Shoplifting - Dave Whitbread informed the Council of work being done by the Chamber of Commerce in developing a proposed ordinance in an attempt to curb shoplifting in the City. Councilman Purdy asked if the Chamber committee has con- sidered raising funds to cover the cost of a police officer for patrol of retail - businesses only. Mr. Whitbread said it would be suggested to the committee, and that a draft of the proposed ordinance would be brought to the Council when it is completed. Mr. Lassen moved seconded by Mrs. Lauris that Item 2 of the Committee report be received and filed. Motion carried. 3 3. Representation, Lane Human Resources Board of Directors - Mayor Cone announced the t; appointment of Councilman McDonald as the Council's representative on the Board of Directors of Lane Human Resources. The Board is being reconstituted to meet re- quirements of the Green amendment to the OEO program and, according to procedure adopted at a meeting of representatives of governmental agencies involved, Eugene was delegated one representative. Mr. Lassen moved seconded by Mr.Wingard to approve the appointment. Motion carried. 4 4. Catch Basin Modifications - Mrs. C1audeen Naffziger, 2005 Floral Hill Drive, requested that the Council's attention be called to an accident she suffered when the front wheel of a bicycle she was riding caught in the grating of a catch basin on 19th between Emerald and Agate. The Public Works Department reported that there have been few acci- dents of this type, but that vandalism is a major problem. The Department recommended modification of grates to prevent bicycle wheels being caught and to prevent removal and dropping of the grates into the basins. It was estimated there are about 7000 . basin grates to be changed at a cost of about $2.00 to $4.00 each. It was understood the recommended program would be initiated. l' Mr. Lassen moved seconded by Mrs. Lauris to approve Items 3 and 4 of the Committee report. Motion carried. Councilman Purdy asked that Mrs. Naffziger be notified of the Council's action and that changes are being considered. 5 5. Planning Commission Report - September 23, 1968 a. Vacation of Arthur Street from 24th south 888 feet, Leach - The Planning Commission recommended approval of the street vacation requested by James W. Leach. The Plan- . ning Director displayed a sketch showing the area to be vacated and explained that 10/14/68 - 13 ~ ~