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e e ~ Christian College. She invited councilors and other interested citizens to participate in historic preservation activities. H. Councilor Rutan's Return Mr. Rutan said the six-month leave of absence that was granted to him by the council was over May 1, and he has resumed his full council duty. He expressed appreciation to the council for its cooperation and understanding during his absence. I. Ferry Street Bridge Study Mr. Bennett noted that in response to substantial community interest generated by the Ferry Street Bridge Study, an extensive public outreach effort to gather input from adjacent neighbors has been conducted. He recommended that before further public outreach is conducted, this item be brought back to the council for discussion and recommendation. Responding to a question from Mr. Holmer, Mr. Bennett said that such discussion may include the further elimination of less favorable alternative options. II. OREGON TRACK CLUB FUNDING REQUEST At the April 25, 1990, council meeting, Councilor Rutan requested funding of $5,000 to offset cost increases of The Race and the Butte-to-Butte Race. Council asked staff to provide information on costs presently borne by the City for these race events. Staff estimates that the total cost for both events is $4,072. This represents $3,722 for Department of Public Safety services and $350 for Public Works services. In the past, the DPS charges for these events have been billed to Oregon Track Club. Mr. Rutan circulated a letter from the Oregon Track Club requesting $5,000 to offset cost increases. He noted that the club has been successful at getting sponsors for these events and pointed out the importance that these established community traditions play in terms of civic pride. Responding to a question from Mr. Holmer, Mr. Gleason said that money provided to buy a service from the Oregon Track Club would go toward organizing, preparing, and presenting a public recreation event. Ms. Bascom voiced concern that giving this money to the Oregon Track Club might be in violation of the council's policy that the City's recreation programs be self-supporting through user fees. Mr. Boles noted that anticipated tourism is one measure agreed upon by the council which can be used to justify the expenditure of money for outside events. While he supports these races, it is doubtful that this request meets this implicit criteria. In making its decision, Mr. Miller urged the council to consider the importance of these races to many Eugene residents and the races' MINUTES--Eugene City Council May 9, 1990 Page 3