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e By consensus, the council requested an estimate of the costs associated with conducting a further analysis of moving toward alternative energy vehicles and, if necessary, to schedule a separate work session on this issue. Mr. Boles also suggested that staff consider how it does its costs analysis. I. Cable Franchise Issues Mr. MacDonald clarified a statement he made regarding the cable franchise update. He said TCI was aware that the FCC was considering new legislation relating to cable issues. Mr. MacDonald stated that he would contact staff for an analysis of whether the City was made aware of potential new legisla- tion. J. Citizen Involvement in the Beltline/Barger Overpass Project Mr. Green said that a group of local residents have come together to deter- mine how citizens might be involved in the Beltline/Barger overpass project. He noted that a representative of CH2M-Hill has offered to update the council on this project at any time in the future. K. Area Spraying Mr. Green requested an update on the issue of pesticide spraying in the area. He also noted that Federal legislation has been passed this session which may preempt local government from controlling this activity in the future. He asked for a summary of that legislation. e L. Citizen Involvement Committee (CIC) Process Review Responding to a question from Mr. Robinette, Mr. Boles said that the ele review process has been accepted by the council during a work session with CIC, but has never been formally adopted by council. Mr. Robinette said that it would be good policy for the council to formally adopt the CIC review process. By consensus, the council agreed to do this as part of its next work session with the CIC in the fall. M. Representation of the Mayor Before the Ethics Commission At Mr. Robinette's request, Bill Gary, City Attorney's Office, reported on whether it would be appropriate for the City Attorney's Office to represent the Office of the Mayor before the Ethics Commission. Mr. Gary stated that Chapter 244 of the government ethics law governs all elected officials while holding office. The Oregon Government Ethics Commission has voted to initi- ate an investigation into an alleged violation of the ethics law by Eugene Mayor Jeff Miller and Springfield Mayor Bill Morrisette. Mr. Gary explained that ORS 244.040(7) prohibits public officials or members of their family from accepting gifts in excess of $100 from anyone who has a legislative or administrative interest in the government. Specifically, this investigation centers around the Mayors' acceptance of reimbursement for travel expenses incurred for themselves and their spouses to travel to Shreveport, Louisiana, e MINUTES--Eugene eity Council July 10, 1991 Page 3