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..... e II I Planning Director said the vacation is required as a part of platting. Mr. Teague questioned the value to the City of the area proposed for vaca- tion as a small park or playground, saying it seemed to be a sizeable piece of property to be deeding into pri vate ownership. Staff explained no value would accrue to adjacent property, since lots were already created and improved. Manager said maintenance of property alone would be more of a liability than use of the land; it is not large enough for a recreational area and if ownership is retained it would have to be landscaped and maintained as a landscaped area. Also, there is the possibility of assessments for any future improvements which would have to be assumed by the City since lots are now separated from the street by this ownership. Mr. Teague moved seconded by Mrs. Beal to have the property appraised before action is taken on the vacation request. e Upon question from the Manager, it was agreed an informal appraisal by City staff would be sufficient rather than requesting a formal appraisal. A vote was taken on the motion, and motion carried. I Mr. Williams commented that since the staff already said the property is worthless, it would seem a staff appraisal would be no different than the recommendation to vacate. Manager said the staff does not feel it is "worthless," only that it is of no value to the City. Further discussion followed wi th regard to value of land proposed for dedication to pri vate use with general agreement additional information would be of benefit. The Manager said an appraisal would give the square foot value of the land, and Mayor re- marked it would also give some comparison to benefi t the City would be re- ceiving from the vacation in not having to maintain the property. (See gction page...40,> these minutes under C.B.9577, Ordinances) , 4. Portion of Easement, Lot 11, Block 4, 1st Addition to Cow Palace (Jeppeson Acres Road west of Norkenzie), Barker {Planning COnmllssion Report December 28, 1971 - The Planning Director explained construction of a building encroached upon the easement. When the property was platted requirements for utilities were not complete and it was felt there would be future need for the easement. Planning COnmllssion recommended vacation of that portion upon which the build- ing was constructed. (See action page 20 these minutes under C.B.9578, Ordinances) Comm 1/12/72 Pub Hrng Comm 1/12/72 Pub Hrng I 5. Easement near Hawthorne between Fairfield and Baxter, excluding south 25 feet, Sorgenfri - Planning COnmllssion Report December 28, 1971 - Planning Director explained additional easement was considered necessary for storm sewer construction, but since a culvert was instal~ed the extra width will not be needed. The additional property would provide land for a build- ing project. The south 25 feet is being retained for utilities, and a 20-foot easement remains on the west. (See action page 20 these minutes under C.B. 9579~Ordinances) , 6. EasemeDt, lots 13 and 18, Pine Ridge Estates north of Mahalo Drive, W.H. Dills (Planning Commission Report January 10, 1972) - Planning Commission recommended approval. (See action page '25 these minutes under C.B.9580, Ordinances. ) Comm 1/12/72 Pub Hrng a II - Items Gonsidered With One Motion. Previously discussed at Committee meetings on January 12 and January 19,1972. Minutes of those meeuiRg~ are printed below in italics. e Mr. Mohr moved seconded by Mrs. Beal that Items A through V below be approved, affirmed, and filed as noted. A. Lane County Community Action Agency, City Representatmen - The restructuring of this Agency as a County-operated program calls for an Administering Board of 21 members: 1/3 public officials or their designee; 1/3 low-income representatives; and 1/3 from private sector, as detailed in a letter presented to the Council from the Program Director. Eugene has been designated to .recei ve one seat on, the Board, and the Council was asked to consider the appointment of one of its members and convey the choice to Lane County COmnUssioners as soon as possible. Mayor Anderson commented that Councilman Mohr had represented the City when the Agency was operating as Lane Human Resources, and Mrs. Campbell suggested Mr.Mohr's continuing as the City's representative. I Mr. Williams moved seconded by Mr. Teague that the Mayor appoint a Council member to represent the City on the Administering Board of Lane County Community Action Agency. Motion carried. Comm 1/12/72 Approve e B. Lighting, Central Business District Loop Streets - Council members had been provided wi th tabulation of 12 proposals for lighting the mall loop streets, showing number of poles and fixtures, estimated cost, power usage, and capital cost. Manager read staff's report for recommending Plan I on the tabulation: Fewer poles and least cost for desired lighting level of 3.8 footcandles. He said the Eugene Downtown Associa- tion favored a 3. 8 ,f.oo_~_<?~m3.:Le lighting level, together with poles that will tie in with general building design in the area and which will be aesthetically pleasing. 1/24/72 - 4 ...11I1