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- financial settlement money in another fashion. In regard to the timing of the 10th Avenue and Willamette Street project, he stated that any change would require an amendment to the Urban Renewal Plan, further requiring a public hearing. He stated that such a process could be accomplished so that con- struction could be performed during the current year. However, since the project was an integral part of the Downtown Plan, he suggested that the council consider amending the Urban Renewal project prior to adopting the plan. He also suggested that the council schedule a joint meeting with the Downtown Commission to discuss the issue. Mr. Gleason stated that it was his personal opinion that the council refer the issue back to the Downtown Commis- sion to review the project in light of the adoption of the extended agreement with the Price/Sonoma organization; otherwise, he said the council could proceed with the project by approving the resolution. Councilor Obie stated that he had received several communications from members of the Downtown Commission requesting that the issue be returned to the commis- sion for revi ew. Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to refer Resolution No. 903 to the Downtown Commission. e Councilor Holmer stated that he supported the motion, but he felt that another issue involved was that the Downtown Plan was scheduled for public review and discussion. He said the Downtown Commission should control the project until the Downtown Plan has been reviewed and adopted. Councilor Nichols also supported the motion. She said the 8th Avenue and Willamette Street project should be considered in light of the overall Downtown Plan. Mayor Keller agreed that a joint meeting with the Downtown Commission would be appropriate. Roll call vote; the motion carried unanimously, 7:0. Mr. Gleason stated that staff will continue to deal with the 10th Avenue and Willamette Street project but will not proceed with any formal bid or con- struction contracts until council has reviewed and adopted the Downtown Plan. In response to a question, Mr. Gleason believed that the council action on the plan was scheduled for December. He added that construction could be under way in September or October if the council approved the resolution. Construction would begin in March or May 1985 if the council waited to adopt the Downtown Plan. Mr. Obie suggested that a letter be sent to the Downtown Commission requesting approval and early completion of the 10th and Willamette project. In response to a question, Mr. Gleason stated that the Urban Renewal Plan would have to be amended for construction of the 10th and Willamette project to occur; he explained that at least one public hearing would be required. Mr. Hansen felt that individuals in that area would strongly support such action; he urged that the 10th and Willamette project be undertaken during the current year. e MINUTES--Eugene City Council April 18, 1984 Page 3