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e e e Mr. Rutan reported that the subcommittee considered the report of the Chamber of Commerce Joint Committee, which contained many parallels to the findings of the Intergovernmental Committee. However, because the Chamber did not believe a county-wide measure would be a reliable source of funding, it recommended a bond measure within the confines of the City of Eugene. The Springfield City Council discussed the issue, according to Mr. Rutan, and there was less than unanimous support for the airport project. Because the subcommittee felt it had no business trying to sell a money-raising measure to representatives of the City of Springfield, who donlt totally support the idea, the subcommittee of Eugene councilors decided to go ahead on its own. Mr. Rutan announced that the subcommittee will meet on Monday, May 5, 1986, at 7 a.m. in the McNutt Room. The objective is to get back to the City Council with a proposal as soon as possible. It is unfortunate that the other jurisdictions are not able to help. Mr. Hansen stressed that the committee has not strayed from its charge, but the plan for funding may be different. Mr. Obie suggested that the two jurisdictions which met with the subcommittee be asked to make a statement of support to the community about the airport project, in order that the citizens know why the project will not be funded regionally or by both metropolitan areas. He believed that they have a responsibility to explain to the voters their rationale for not assisting. Mr. Whitlow reported that the City has not given up entirely on opportunities for regional funding, as the City will apply for County road funds for the airport project. Mr. Hansen added that the elected officials in Lane County and Springfield are very supportive of the project, and he believes that they will work closely with the City of Eugene. Mr. Holmer pointed out that the project will be regional by virtue of the Federal revenues used; Eugene will pay only 15 to 25 percent of the cost. Mr. Gleason suggested that the City Council work as carefully in regards to the County road funds as they did with the Six-Year State Highway Plan. Ms. Schue reported that L-COG has met at the airport with an accompanying tour and presentation by Bob Shelby; they were very positive and interested in the project. Mr. Rutan responded to Mr. Miller's question about funding by pointing out that the subcommittee has not ruled out any funding alternatives at this time. Mr. Whitlow reported that the City is preparing background material in order to make application for the County road funds; they hope to apply for a grant, not a loan. Mr. Obie believed that use of the road funds for the project would provide a significant message from Lane County to the citizens of Eugene about their support of the project. Mr. Miller asked when the City will know about the income and revenue status of the airport project. Mr. Rutan replied that it should be fairly firm within 30 to 60 days, prior to the election on August 12 or as late as September 23. Mr. Hansen was not quite as optimistic. MINUTES--City Council Dinner/Work Session April 28, 1986 Page 4