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e Ms. Schue agreed with Mr. Bennett and cautioned against reacting to find money in a crisis situation without carefully assessing the options. She suggested involving the public in the process. Mr. Meeks pointed out that the County library would close in 30 days and he said he anticipated some impact on services at the Eugene Public Library. There was consensus to explore all available options. Mr. Gleason said he would prepare a series of options and the library would operate normally until the council makes its decision. Mayor Obie directed the Future of the Library Financial Subcommittee, composed of Ms. Bascom, Ms. Ehrman, Mr. Miller and himself, to consider how the operating side of the expanded library might be funded. G. International Alliance of Theatrical and Stage Employees (IATSE) Mr. Gleason reported that a contract agreement had been reached. The first year contract increase is 2.25 percent for non-profit local shows and 2.5 percent for commercial shows. The second year is the same amount and the third year is three percent. He described this as a good settlement and said the local is conscientious regarding operating expenses. Responding to a question from Mayor Obie, Mr. Gleason said councilors would receive a report on fringe benefits which will stay within the percentage e increases. Mayor Obie questioned a requirement for union utilization at the Cuthbert Amphitheater and said high user costs could be detrimental to the success of the amphitheater. Mr. Gleason said he would review the amphitheater situation. He explained that complex technology in theater facilities requires operators to understand use of the lights, sound systems, and staging. Many users lack this expertise, but when they discover the added costs of using these features they tend to focus on the expense as an obstacle to production. Mr. Gleason applauded the IATSE agreement as one of the lowest cost contracts on the west coast and complimented the crew on its compet~nce. Ms. Wooten asked about the City's receipt of 20 percent on souvenir sales at the Cuthbert Amphitheater and said this was an example of how costs become prohibitive for amateur groups. She emphasized the need for low-cost performance facilities. H. Eugene Sports Program (ESP) Mr. Gleason referred to a recent ESP newsletter article about the new centralized computer-controlled scheduling program for the 2,000 venues used by ESP, School District 4J, Bethel School District, Springfield, and the City of Eugene. He cited this an as an example of government agency cooperation ~MINUTES--EUgene City Council June 29, 1988 Page 5