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. in conjunction with the Regional Committee have developed an agreement with Cornell, Howland, Hayes & Merryfield to analyze future demands on both plants, future expan- sion capabilities, how they will fit into a regional concept, etc. The contract price is $39,000 - one-third to be paid by the Springfield utility Board, which has given approval; two-thirds to be paid by Eugene. Staff feels that in view of more A' stringent requirements for sewage treatment in the future, the information developed '. by the study will be needed regardless of whether a regional system is created. Authorization of the contract was recommended. Mrs. Beal moved seconded by Mr. Williams to authorize the contract as presented. Mayor Anderson inquired about progress of the Regional Sewer Study. Manager replied that it is being made in two phases - one is exploration of contractual arrangement under which a regional system would exist, the other ,-'this' study wi th regard to treatment plants. One is dependent upon the other. Councilman Keller recalled the contractual arrangement for joint study provided something about organization for operation of a regional system. Public Works Director answered that this study does not cover that aspect. Councilman Williams asked whether Councilmen Keller and Hershner as members of the Regional Committee recommended expenditure of $39,000 for the purpose outlined. . They answered in the affirma ti ve. Comrn 8/1/73 , Vote was taken on the motion to authorize the contract. Motion carried unanimously. Approve H. Abatement, 2560 Chambers Street - Structure which burned has not been cleaned up tit even though contact has been made with the absentee owner.' Abatement was recommended. Comrn Mr. Williams moved seconded by Mr. Wood to schedule pUblic hearing. Motion carried 8/1/73 unanimously. Approve I. Sale, EWEB Property at Storey and Crest - Authorization was requested to sell 40'x60' surplus EWEB property on Crest Drive east of Storey Boulevard to Howard and Ardis Comm Buford. Staff recommends sale of the property. 8/1/73 Approve Mr. vlilliams moved seconded by Mrs. Beal to authorize sale of the property as recom- mended. Motion carried unanimously. J. Bicentennial Observance - Hugh Hall, acting director of the National League of Cities, requested that the City engage in a "Bicentennial.Communities" program, which would fit in with any County or State celebration in 1976. Three areas of observance are stressed if participation is to be meaningful - Heritage (to develop public apprecia- tion of the significance of historical places and things), Festival (to involve citizens in cultural activities which demonstrate our cultural achievements), and Horizons (to involve citizens in re-establishment of future community goals). Council guidance f is requested to determine whether the City wants to be involved. ,1__ I ICouncilmen Hershner and Keller were in favor of the City's particpation in the program./ Mr. Hershner said any move would help in light of the present national political situation. Mr. Keller commented that there wouldn't be another opportunity for him to celebrate a bicentennial.' Councilman williams applauded the two councilmen's volunteering to serve on a bicentennial committee. Councilwoman Campbell suggested that hiring a co-ordinator for any effort in this direction would be a proper expenditure of City funds. Mayor Anderson said the re- quest was submitted to determine the degree of the Council's willingness to support the American Revolution Bicentennial Commission's program. He said he would sign an application to the national organization for inclusi~_f Eugene as a Bicentennial :City.- ItwiT1Tnvolve expenditure of City funds for promotion, festivals, exhibits" etc. Funds could also be solicited from'the private sector. Comrn Mrs. Beal moved seconded by Mr. Williams to authorize application to the American.S/1/73 Revolution Bicentennial Commission for inclusion of Eugene in its Bicentennial Approve : Communi ties program. Motion carried unanimously. l K.Liquor License, The Stable, 2285 West 11th Avenue - Application for Class BDis- pensers license submitted by Cliff and Fairy Cook and Lois Hurt. It'is a new outlet tilt 'intended for a night club type operation. Staff review indicates no negativ~ recom- '",-~ mendation although there will be inspection of the building to house the operation, yet to be constructed. Manager said the Building Department reports the operation . ., 1 'h 2 'h' h ' t' 1 t d Comm ~s a perrruss~b e use ~n t e M- zone ~n w ~c ~ ~s oca e . I / / ' 8 1 73 . ' 1 f th I' It' ,Approve Mr. Will~ams moved seconded by Mrs. Beal to recommend approva 0 e app ~ca ~on. I 'Motion carried unanimously. 2.. S 3 8/13/73 :;; 10