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e Goals Session on February 17-18. The council agreed to place this item on its agenda. C. Task Force on Firearms Mr. Boles proposed that the council create a task force to consider the issues associated with assault weapons. He suggested that the task force be composed of a council representative, citizens, and responsible gun owners. Ms. Ehrman suggested that this issue be referred to the Public Safety Advisory Committee (PSAC). Mayor Miller said groups such as the National Rifle Association would want to participate in any discussion of this issue and suggested that they be invited to participate. Mr. Holmer suggested that PSAC be requested to form a task force that would include representation from the National Rifle Association and responsible gun owners. The council agreed to follow Mr. Holmer's suggestion. D. Legislation Regarding Vehicle Registration Ms. Schue said the League of Oregon Cities is proposing legislation that would allow a local-option vehicle registration. The legislation would be initiated at the County level upon voter approval. If Lane County voters passed the legislation, the County could have a local vehicle registration fee with proceeds being used for highways. Ms. Schue said it has been recommended that the proceeds be split, with 60 percent going to counties and 40 percent going to cities. Ms. Schue did not feel such a split would work 4It well in Lane County and asked for council feedback. Mr. Boles said he would support the proposal if the proceeds would be used for transportation in general. He would not favor the proposal if proceeds would be used as another road fund. Mr. Boles felt an emphasis on roads is not wise because it continues to focus on the automobile as the sole source of transportation. He felt this was a Short-sighted strategy. Mr. Holmer asked whether the League of Oregon Cities has considered basing the fee on the value of the vehicle, rather than having a flat fee. Mr. Boles said the fee might also be based on vehicle weight and fuel consumption. Ms. Schue said these options had not been considered. E. Airport Mr. Rutan said no resolution has been reached yet regarding Bill Rogers' allegations that the City misused road funds for the airport project. City Attorney Tim Sercombe said the decision in this case will probably be issued within the next three months. Mr. Rutan noted that staff has contingency plans in case the ruling is unfavorable. Mr. Rutan said money airport facilities. ensure that once the top quality. has been budgeted for staff to begin marketing the Staff will be analyzing routes, fares, and schedules to facility is complete, air service at the airport will be e MINUTES--Eugene City Council February 15, 1989 Page 2