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. of his authority to deal with the project's operational problems. 2. William BridQes' Workshoo Mr. Robinette called attention to a workshop with William Bridges November 12 on dealing with change. 3. L-COG Aooreciation Dinner Mayor Miller asked councilors to strongly consider attending the November 13 Lane Council of Governments (L-COG) Appreciation Dinner. Ms. Ehrman will attend as the council's representative. 4. Council AQenda ManaQement Mr. Gleason asked to place on the council's November 9 agenda a discussion with members of the Executive Team about how to handle the council's agendas. He stated that it is impossible to control the agendas without the active design of all concerned, and there is sometimes a lack of synchronicity. He said management of the agenda is key to the entire process of governance. Staff will bring to that meeting a draft of next year's work program and a forecast of meetings already assigned. Mayor Miller recommended inviting the councilors-elect to the session, and the council agreed. Mr. MacDonald suggested that at some point the council, the . Executive Team, and the Mayor hold a retreat. D. Council Committee Reoorts Ms. Bascom reported that State Transportation Goal 12 and the related ordi- nances to be adopted by cities were presented at the Metropolitan Policy Committee. She said that at the dedication of the Richardson Bridge housing project, she observed that the project is inconsistent with Goal 12 because it lacks facilities to encourage bicycle transportation. Ms. Bascom also reported that the County tabled and may vote down the Natural Resources Plan. She expressed concern that the County's action may affect the likelihood of obtaining State funds. Ms. Childs explained that the County's action would have no impact on the City's West Eugene Wetlands Special Area Study (WEWSAS). Mr. MacDonald reported that a new annexation requirement was discussed at the meeting of the Land Conservation and Development Commission's Local Officials Advisory Committee. He suggested discussing the proposal and giving input as individuals or through the Intergovernmental Relations office. Mayor Miller stated that the Council Committee on Infrastructure is developing proposals with expenses that the council should review, such as the stormwater master plan. . MINUTES--Eugene City Council October 26, 1992 Page 7 5:30 p.m.