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Councilor Rutan discussed an experience and said he does not favor making people sign an official complaint to get City enforcement of regulations. e The other councilors said basketball hoops are not a city-wide problem. They encouraged Mr. Holmer to discuss the problem with the people involved. C. Ma il boxe s Councilor Miller said it is not illegal to park in front of mailboxes but mail carriers will not leave mail if there is a vehicle in front of the box. He suggested the council consider an ordinance that would make it illegal to park in front of mailboxes. He said the problem will reoccur. After some discussion, the councilors agreed that people should not be prevented from getting their mail, but they did not feel this is a city- wide problem at this time. They suggested mail carriers put notices on the boxes indicating when the mail will be delivered and asking people not to obstruct access to the mailbox. They directed the staff to write to United States Post Office officials about the problem and ask what current practices are. D. Performing Arts Commission Councilor Bascom said the "brick" campaign is underway at the HuH Center. The name of each person who donates $25 will be put on a brick. E. Oregon Bicycle Advisory Committee e Ms. Bascom displayed a plaque given her by the Oregon Bicycle Advisory Committee for her long and excellent service on the committee. She said the members of the committee thanked Eugene for pioneering bikeways in the state. F. Willamette Street between 8th and 10th Avenues Ms. Bascom said the council has not decided whether to open Willamette Street between 8th and 10th avenues but some Downtown Commissioners assume the council will approve it. She said it is important that people realize that a decision has not been made. She asked the staff to send to the councilors a copy of the minutes of the council meeting in which the Downtown Plan was approved and when the opening of Willamette Street from 8th to 10th avenues was discussed. Counci lor Schue agreed wi th Ms. Bascom. Ms. Schue said the council authorized a study of the issues and stated that a decision would be made later. Mr. Rutan said the Downtown Commission should understand that the councilors have not discussed the matter and have no preconceived opinions about it. He said the council will consider a recommendation from the e' MINUTES--Eugene City Council July 21, 1986 Page 2 "