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e e e whether the downtown economy is strong enough to support this change. Mr. Rutan felt that it is. He stressed the need to continue to consider changes in the parking program from this perspective. Mr. Luell said the tentative time line for review of the recommendations calls for a joint commission/council work session and public hearing on May 8. It is anticipated that the commission can finalize their recommendations after the hearing, with the benefit of both council and public input, and forward them to the council for final approval in June or July. The goal is to implement as many of the recommendations as possible by July 1. Mr. Green asked whether enough revenue will be generated through the increased metering of spaces to cover the need for a greater amount of security in parking structures. Mr. Luell said the additional revenue will help cover the higher security costs associated with parking structures. He said ticket and cashier systems in the parking structures should also help allay fears about safety. Mr. Luell said, in addition, new maintenance/ security positions will be created in which security personnel will spend more time in the parking structures and will be responsible for maintenance work in the structure as well. Mr. Bennett said most business people who operate in the downtown recognize the need for a transition to consumer-paid parking and are basing their plans on this. He said the exception is the traditional retailer who must approach parking differently to be competitive. Mr. Bennett said a special study addressing parking concerns of the traditional retailer may need to be initiated. He added that a broader policy regarding whether traditional retailing should be encouraged in the downtown area should also be considered. The meeting adjourned at 12:50 p.m. ReSp~CtfUl~ ?;; ~.~ Mich al Gleason City Manager CRecorded by Tanya Northman) MNCC 042689 MINUTES--Eugene City Council April 26, 1989 Page 5