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. e ~ Discussing the economic impact of conventions, Mr. Lieuallen said about 87,000 delegates came through the community in 1985. The impact of their spending was between $25 and $30 million. He reviewed major track and field competi- tions that have been held here in the past and said there is a potential for many future competitions. He said the Eugene/Springfield area can become a national and international sports competition and training center if the public and private sectors work together. Answering questions from Ms. Ehrman and Ms. Wooten, Mr. Lieuallen said he will send information to the councilors about the special events at the Oregon Pavilion from August 10 to 14, the steam train that will be going from Eugene to Expo '86, and additional information about the economic impact of conven- tion delegates. Ms. Wooten said the revenue from the City's room tax has been stable for the last two years, and she wondered about the future. Mr. Lieuallen said hotel and motel representatives expect a five to seven percent increase in occupancy this year. Ms. Wooten indicated the City initiated a destination point program some time ago. She said the destination point activities blend well with the Bureau's efforts to bring convention delegates to the community. She said she looks forward to a program which defines roles in the community's efforts to have events that will be attractive to both tourists and convention delegates. Mr. Lieuallen added that he discussed with Mayor Obie the recreation of a group composed of representatives of the industry, City staff, City coun- cilors, and the Board of Directors of the Bureau. He said the group could address the difference between the organizing of activities and the promoting of activities by the Bureau. Mayor Obie said such a group should not be organized until the financing of the airport terminal expansion is determined. Responding to a comment from Mr. Miller, Mr. Lieullen said Bureau representa- tives are discussing the proposed addition to the Lane County room tax with County officials. /1i~~~fl:::: (~~/~ Micheal Gleason Ci ty Manager (Recorded by Betty Lou Rarick) 1972C MINUTES--Eugene City Council February 12, 1986 Page 12