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~ Copies of summary of the Plan were distributed, including current studies being undertaken by the Advisory Committee and request for co-operation in seeking a new sanitary landfill location. Mr. Driver recognized efforts of the Advisory Committee and staff people in preparation of the Plan. He noted critical problem areas - e location of a new landfill site and method of financing solid waste disposal. He said hearing on the Plan is scheduled before the County Commissioners on September 5 and input and recommendations from various cities throughout the County as well as the general public would be desirable. Mr. Swanson explained purposes of the Advisory Committee and its role in preparing this preliminary plan. He noted Eugene's Charter provision prohibiting franchising of garbage haulers and suggested adoption of the Plan with the exception of the recommendation for franchising solid waste collection. Mr~ Bailey described the preliminary plan as a realistic guideline for future de- velopment of $olid waste management. He felt it was flexible to allow for rapidly changing technology, management, and financing methods. The Commission is now evaluating sites in order to have choice of two sites available by October to meet criteria for filing application for grant funds from the Environmental Protection Agency. The preliminary Plan has been endorsed by the DEQ, and EPA has indicated favorable action. Councilman Williams was not aware of the Charter provision requiring licensing pro- cedure for collectors rather than franchising. Mayor Anderson felt it better to . consider only whether the Plan would be endorsed before turning discussion to method of collection control. Councilwoman Beal wondered whether at some future time separation of trash for re- ,>, cycling purposes would be made an obligation of home owners. Mr. Swanson answered that it would seem a long way off. However, separation at collection sites is one facet of an EWEB study now in progress. In answer to Councilman Keller, Mr.Swanson said the proposal to consolidate disposal sites, allowing for collection from rural communities to be transported to a central location, was determined economically feasible except from Florence and Oakridge. Mr. Bailey said it was felt if a regional program were started, providing for financing, recycling, and sophisticated treatment, then collection from rural communi ties would fi t in very well. Mrs. Beal asked about the recent publicity given to suggested use of ravines for landfill sites. Mr. Bailey cited problems with soil, drainage, etc.; that must be taken into consideration when selecting a proper site. He thought the DEQ would not look favorably upon the type of sites suggested. Mr. Wood wondered whether Florence could work with other areas along the Coast rather than transporting its solid waste to this metropolitan area. Mr. Driver answered that inquiries have been received from Douglas County in that respect but there has been no detailed disciussion. . Mayor Anderson suggested referral of the Plan to the Garbage Board for recommendation, at the same time starting a procedure whereby Council could receive more information and decide action it wants to take. Manager suggested scheduling hearing on the Plan itself at the second Council meeting in August which would be before the County's September 5 hearing and allow an opportunity to clarify the question of licensing vs franchising of collectors. Councilman Hershner wondered if staff at the same time could provide information with regard to Charter restrictions on franchising. Manager replied that information "'- on general franchise restrictions could be supplied, he was not sure whether informa~~ tion would be available on alternatives. Mr. Swanson explained the Charter provision which states any citizen can call any garbage collector for service. wi thout remOval of tha t amendment a franchise ordinance cannot be enacted. Removal takes voter ap- proval . If franchise procedures are recommended, they can be granted either as ex- clusive rights or by franchising several collectors with partic~lar areas of operation designated. In any event, two or three years would be necessary to work out details. ~ Mrs. Campbell said it was her impression the garbage haulers work out areas of col- "" lection among themselves. Mr. Swanson answered that the Garbage Board with co-opera~ion Qf_thehaulers work out areas of operation to avoid duplication of ~e~vic~~. -~j ~Mr. Wood moved seconded by Mrs.Beal to refer the Solid Waste Management Plan to the . ;Garbage Board for recommendation, directing the Board to give some recommendation Cornrn 'also with regard to franchising vs licensing; set public hearing on the Plan for 8/1/7 3 ;August 27, 1973 Council meeting; and ask staff for clarification of legal restric- Approve , tions with regard to franchising. Motion carr.ied unanimously. GJ Contract, Joint Sewage Treatment Plant Expansion, Eugene/Springfield - The Regional ; Sewer Study Committee in trying to develop a contract for a regional sewer system , became involved in the question of future of Eugene and Springfield sewage treat- I ,~menJ; J~,l~JltS shQEld_areg~9n..al:-.E.Y~rnbe i,!!IPll!!!!~~,f!.~~H,__EulJ.~ne_~nd. ~pri_ngfield staffs 2.~2 8/13/73 - 9