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./ I~ -" "- Mrs. Beal presented the argument that although Mr. Emery initiated the pxoj- ect and will benefit to a greater degree, he will pay on the same basis as others assessed. Manager said his impression is that the Sande1ls and I Mr. Smalley do not want the paving even at a decreased cost. He said it does , e not seem likely a delay in the project would be justified by the idea of Emery's sharing more of the cost. Mrs. Campbell said she was thinking of their talking with Mr. Steinmetz who is interest in development in that area, but Mr. Smalley said it wouldn't appear Mr. Steinmetz would be willing to make arrangements unless they know what the Council action will be. Further discussion centered on financial arrangements between the property owners, ;with Mr. Bradshaw suggesting the item be held for consideration at the ad- journed Council meeting June 15. Explanation was offered that if the motion 'carries the project will be dropped. Councilman Williams said that before serious consideration is given to reject- ing the bid it should be noted that the petition carried a majority in favor ,Iof the project. Mrs. Bea1 countered that the majority in this instance on Ibasis of lineal footage or property owned is not majority rule. i 'Vote was taken on the motion as stated. Motion defeated, Mrs. Bea1 and Mrs. Camm Campbell voting aye; Councilmen Mohr, Williams, Hershner voting no; Mr.Brad- 6/14/72 shaw abstaining on the basis that he has not looked at the site. Affirm - ---,- _.__._-----_.~- I K.:Survey, Community Attitude Toward United Nations - Ruth Carson, chairman Inter- ~. national Co-operation Committee, asked for time on the June 26, 1972 Council ,agenda to report on a survey taken by the Committee on Community Attitude to- 'ward the United Nations. 'Councilman Williams wondered, when the Council is seeking ways to more effectively utilize its time as a decision making body, whether its time should be used as a ,public relations format. Further discussion"l''ed to the consensus that the Inter- Camm national Co-operation Committee would be requested to make the report at a 6/14/72 o/ednesday committee meeting., ~ Affirm ~.- - ~ --_.~ ~- - ._-- L..alIA Report, Preservation Historic Buildings - H. H. Waechter, chairman of subcom- mittee on Historical Resources and Architectural Continuity, Southwestern Oregon Chapter, American Institute of Architects, presented Council members with copies of the committee's position paper on urban renewal policies in Eugene. He said the committee is concerned not so much with preservation of historical monuments as it is with harmonious development of the entire City and proper blend of old I 'and new buildings, with the idea of further use of the buildings. Further, that there is no indication that older buildings which are a part of the landscape and I characteristic of Eugene are being considered a part of the total effect, and that there seems to be no process for such consideration, especially in the urban re- ;newa1 areas. Mr. Waechter noted the efforts of Otto Poticha, architect, instru- :mental in reuse of the Quackenbush building and the Smeed Hotel. He suggested . the functions of the Review Board proposed in connection with the Civic Center might include review of any work in the City in co-operation with or as a part of the Plarming Commissi"On, with the idea of identifying those buildings of I Ihistorical interest. He indicated need for immediate implementation of a program of this type before more of the older buildings are torn down to be replaced by other development. 'Councilman Mohr asked for suggestions on how to avoid destruction of buildings when Renewal Agency cannot use its funds to rehabilitate them unless they are listed as National Historical Monuments. Also, whether there is a listing avail- able of those buildings in Eugene which would be worth considering for reuse. Philip Gilmore, architect, suggested lessening restrictions in City Codes with ;respect to these types or buildings. He mentioned a slide show prepared by Professor Philip Dole which might provide an impressive way of changing attitudes 'in the City toward older buildings with the hope of rousing interest in preserv- ; ing those buildings which will provide a continuity in the growth pattern of the entire community. Councilman Mohr noted the fact that the Council does not have authority to order I , . use of pri vate property except in terms of zone changes. He wondered if this group is suggesting use of a checklist when considering zone changes, an advisory commission, or what method should be followed. Mr. Gilmore suggested the AIA subcommittee might function as an advisory commission in recognizing values of !certain buildings; he said he Was not speaking of assessed value. Further discussion revol ved around urban renewal code requirements in determining whether buildings are to be rehabilitated or torn down an(L~lle,~tlggestion that . ----..----.-.. -...----_. -- -- -- - 11(, 6/26/72 - 13