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e Councilor Obie, speaking as President of the council, thanked the candidates for their interest. He felt the three individuals interviewed were well-prepared and were aware of the problems involved in the community. Councilor Schue said she also appreciated the interest of the public and the Ward 3 residents in the issue. She was not sure if a policy could be developed to address all situations. She stressed that the councilors are engaged in a political process and represent differences in philosophy on the government of the city. She felt the system is working and that the interim period for the appointed councilor will be short. She said the real choice will be with the voters of Ward 3 in May. Councilor Holmer echoed the other comments, adding that the candidates indicated that a body of citizens exist who are vitally interested in the city. He was not certain that it is the council's responsibility to deal directly with ward organizations in making its selection. He felt the council followed an open process and that it would be appropriate for future appointments. Councilor Ball agreed with Ms. Wooten that the full council should have some deliberation on a permanent process. He said certain criteria on the selection of a successor should be developed, and he hoped the council will engage in that discussion. Councilor Smith said the appointment will be providing representation to the people of Ward 3 and to have delayed that process would have been unfair. She said the council should consider the importance of the representation of the ward residents and not delay any appointment according to election schedules. 4It Mayor Keller thanked the applicants for their interest and thanked the subcommit- tee for developing the appointment process. He said the process was done to perform what the council thought was best. He believed that the process used was appropriate. The ballots were submitted as follows: Brian Obie--Joyce Nichols John Ball--Joyce Nichols Freeman Holmer--Joyce Nichols Betty Smith--Joyce Nichols Richard Hansen--Joyce Nichols Cynthia Wooten--Debra Ehrman Emily Schue--Debra Ehrman The Mayor announced that the voting indicates Joyce Nichols was selected to fill the vacant Ward 3 council position by a vote of 5 to 2, Debra Ehrman receiving the other 2 votes. Mr. Gleason said Ms. Nichols will be sworn in at the February 27 council meeting. Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Wooten, that the City Council appoint Joyce Nichols, 322 West Broadway, to fill the Ward 3 position of the Eugene City Council; term to expire January 7, 1985. Roll call vote; the motion carried 6:1, Ms. Schue voting nay. e MINUTES--Eugene City Council February 22, 1984 Page 5