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e John Moseley, University of Oregon Vice President for Research, said University representatives have worked with Mayor Obie and Mr. Gleason to prepare information for the governor. He said University representatives want to identify University-related activities that are especially appropriate for the Riverfront Research Park. Answering questions from Ms. Ehrman, Mr. Gleason said the master site plan will identify infrastructure improvements and when they should be undertaken. He said the City can borrow against tax increment funds after at least one industry has located in the Riverfront Park. Eugene Development Director Abe Farkas said ELS/Elbasani & Logan were involved in the Eugene Downtown Design Plan. Ms. Bascom wondered if ELS/Elbasani & Logan adequately understand the need to replace the playing field that is on the Riverfront property now. Mr. Moseley responded that University buildings, as well as the playing field, will be relocated. He said written documents indicate that all University activities existing in the area now will receive at least equal facilities when they are relocated. Ms. Bascom said it is important that the Riverfront project be managed so that local architects and consultants can participate in it. Ms. Briner said Carley Group representatives have indicated that ELS/Elbasani & Logan have been retained only to design the master site plan. Consequently, local architects may be involved later. Mayor Obie said he agrees with Ms. Bascom that local architects should be involved in the project or the reasons why they are not involved should be 4It publicized. Mayor Obie said he and several councilors will be going to Washington, D.C., in February and will be glad to work with University representatives in contacting people there to assist with the project. Mayor Obie said Mr. Gleason has done an excellent job in coordinating the efforts of many people to get support for the Riverfront Research Park. Mr. Bennett said it is important to have experienced people design a development project. He said he hopes the Eugene architects realize that the Riverfront Research Park is a complex, regional project and needs specialized expertise. Mr. Keller said the Riverfront Research Commission members want local people to be involved in the project if possible. Mayor Obie adjourned the work session about 12:10 p.m. ~~ Micheal Gleason City Manager (Recorded by Betty Lou Rarick) mncc0114 e MINUTES--Eugene City Council Lunch/Work Session January 14, 1987 Page 2