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Q. Elevator in 5th Street Public Market e Mayor Obie reported that City regulations require an elevator in the Fifth Street Public Market. He said he wanted the council to be aware that he has applied for a Federal loan to finance the elevator and the loan application is processed by the City. The City does not make a recommendation about the loans. He asked that if any councilor had a concern to let him know. R. Boy Scout Tour of City Hall Mayor Obie said two Boy Scout troops toured City Hall recently. He said they asked about security at City Hall and if the Mayor has a chauffeur. Mayor Obie asked Mr. Gleason to prepare a memo concerning security precautions in the Council Chamber. Mayor Obie recessed the meeting at 7:45 p.m. and reconvened it about 7:50 p.m. S. Council Subcommittee on Committees Ms. Ehrman said the Council Subcommittee on Committees discussed whether the terms of councilors on commissions, boards, and committees should be limited. Mr. Holmer said the issues involve balancing the need for continuity and the need for fresh input. e The councilors discussed the issue. Mr. Rutan said changes in councilors' assignments should be considered but changes should not be mandated. Mr. Miller said he agrees with Mr. Rutan. Ms. Bascom said she raised the issue because she thought she could contribute to the Joint Parks Committee because of her previous experience. She said it is inconsistent for the council to limit the terms for which citizens can serve on advisory groups and not limit councilorsl terms. Ms. Schue said experience and contacts are valuable. For example, she has learned much as the councilor representative for several years to the Lane Council of Governments. Mayor Obie said he supports continuing the current practice to be sensitive to each other1s concerns. He said some people have served as alternates for several years. T. Crime Action Task Force Final Report Mayor Obie said the council will consider the final report of the Crime Action Task Force on February 11, 1987. He said the task force filled a critical need in the community. He favors acceptance of the report and formation of a crime action committee to work with the Police, Fire and Emergency Services Department on citizen problems. He asked the councilors for their opinions. Mr. Miller said many creative aspects of the task forcels report address social service activities. He suggested formation of an advisory committee to work with the council as well as the Police Division. Mayor Obie responded that he is concerned about overlapping activities. e MINUTES--Eugene City Council February 4, 1987 Page 7