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e Q. New University Transit Station Ms. Bascom said that LTD has recently announced plans to construct a new transit station for the University at the corner of 15th Avenue and Kincaid Street. The upgraded station is needed to serve the enhanced bus pass pro- gram. She noted that in order to construct the station, a number of metered parking spaces will need to be removed. The Transportation Engineer for the City has reviewed the plan and suggested that LTD conduct a trial period on the station. e Mr. Boles said that he is concerned by the lack of integration in transporta- tion planning efforts between the City and LTD. He noted that the new bus routing plan on Alder Street would have significant impacts on bicycle traf- fic. The council needs more input into these types of land-use decisions. He flagged this issue for discussion at the next quarterly process session. Mr. Gleason agreed that the council needs more ongoing dialogue with the LTD board regarding transportation planning. He pointed out that the City does not have a policy regulating the type of communication which should occur between the LTD board and the City. Mr. Robinette noted that better efforts toward coordination are needed from both the City and the board. LTD has voiced concern that it should be al- lowed to provide input into the City's refinement planning process. Mr. Boles asked Mr. Gleason to discuss this issue with the LTD Executive Director and to examine alternative policy relations between the council and LTD that would result in a solution for improved communication. R. 9-1-1 Enhancement Mr. Robinette noted that the Lane Council of Governments (L-COG) board re- cently voted to oppose legislation for funding of an enhanced 9-1-1 station. He said that he was not in attendance at that meeting, but asked whether this decision was in the purview of the L-COG board. In response, Mr. Gleason explained that the City acts as a contract agent to the 9-1-1 system. The ultimate decision regarding 9-1-1 enhancement is the responsibility of a 9-1-1 management board which is composed of representa- tives from the various users. The City supports moving toward an enhanced system. The council agreed that the City should get a recommendation from the 9-1-1 management board on the type of system which it supports prior to taking a position on this issue. S. Suggestions for the Public Hearing Format Mr. Nicholson said that several citizens have contacted him with concerns for the procedure that is being used at the public hearings. Typically all tes- e MINUTES--Eugene City Council April 17, 1991 Page 5