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e E. Library Site Mr. Bowers indicated that the council has two work sessions planned to determine a library site. F. Retail Task Force Mr. Bowers stated that according to the Retail Task Force time line, it plans to make recommendations to the council on several aspects of the Tenant Mixed-Use Plan in July. Included on this agenda are suggestions for plan implementation, information concerning property owner agreements, incentives to assist in meeting this plan, and methods to enhance the quality of life in the downtown. Mr. Boles noted that the Retail Task Force is also planning to provide the council with specific policy recommendations on ways of ensuring compact urban growth in the downtown. Mr. Holmer pointed out that it appears that the Retail Task Force, which initially had jurisdiction for downtown, has extended its territory out to the urban growth boundary. Mr. Boles responded that the task force has an interest in any areas which will assist in development downtown. G. 11th/Willamette Site e Mr. Bowers indicated that the 11th/Willamette site project has taken on a more distinct housing focus, which has required changes in the development team. He noted that Greg Vik is negotiating with Lorig Associates, Inc. to become a new partner. Because of these changes, Lorig is asking for 30 days to perform viability analysis prior to making a commitment. Staff recommends approval of this request for time because it feels Lorig would bring beneficial urban housing experience to that team. He noted that assuming Vik and Lorig Associate, Inc. proceed, council is not likely to see details on this project before mid to late summer. H. Lane Transit District (LTD) Station Site Mr. Bowers said that extensive citizen involvement is scheduled for the LTD station site project in May 1990, which will culminate in a recommendation to the council on site selection in September or October. Ms. Bascom noted that lIimpact on the surrounding areall was not a criterion rated when considering site selection and asked for clarification. Richie Weinman, Planning and Development Department, stated that the Downtown Station Siting Committee considered this issue very important; site impact on the surrounding area would come under some technical review, but a more substantial, subjective review of impact would come from the public. Mr. Holmer expressed frustration with the length of this process and asked if there might be some way to shorten it. Mr. Boles indicated that Mr. Bennett's request to restructure the process and a decision to broaden the number of decision alternatives which came as a result of Citizen Involvement ~ Committee (CIC) recommendations lengthened the public process. MINUTES--Eugene City Council Dinner/Work Session March 12, 1990 Page 3