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Mr. Haws moved, seconded by Mr. Hamel to approve the improvement petitions. Motion carried unanimously. "- III. Report from EWEB Mr. Tiffany, a representative from EWEB introduced himself, stating that EWEB is starting a campaign to conserve power and water and would appreciate the support of the City Council in EWEB's ,attempts to conserve power and water. He said it would be very helpful as the year progresses, as the critical time wil1 be late summer and early fall. EWEB should have enough water for domestic service within the City as the flow in the McKenzie River seems to be considerable, but they may not be able to pump all of the water out of the McKenzie River that will be needed. He asked the City Council as the City govern- ment to help EWEB in determining ways to conserve power. He said, "Please go easy on electricity, turn down the hot water heater, turn down thermostats, and keep lights from burning when not necessary." He said it is very unlikely there will be enough snowpack the remainder of this spring to see the city through next winter. Mr. Lieuallen asked if perhaps a brochure or article could be printed in the paper giving specific ways for conserving power and water. Mr. Tiffany replied the task force at EWEB will be distributing printed materials. Manager said that in three or four weeks, a detailed plan for electricity and water conservation in the city departments will be distri- buted and that the city will be working with EWEB in dealing with consumption in various areas in the city. Mr. Obie asked, in the event of an emergency, who is responsible for preparing an emergency plan? Mr. Tiffany replied it would be EWEB's responsibility. IV. Proposed Sale of City-owned Removable Houses 828, 850, and 868 West Broadway and 515 River Road. Manager explained that the sale of this property would conform to the Charter and the City Code. Mr. Lieuallen asked if there would be a requirement attached to the sale that the homes be maintained as housing. Mr. Paul Osborn said they would be sold under con- tract as rehabilitation housing. Mr. Haws asked why the houses were going to be sold. Mr. Osborn replied that in accordance with the 1977-78 Block Grant plans, which call for development of Monroe Park. These houses need to be removed. Community Development funds in the amount of $189,000 have been set aside for the development. Also, the Greenway regulations permit occupancy of 515 River Road. Mr. Haws moved, seconded by Mr. Hamel, to authorize sale of the above-mentioned homes. Motion carried unanimously. ',"-- v. Review of 1977-78 Community Development Fund Application Application distributed to Council under separate cover. Mr. Charles Kupper of the HCC Department distributed a three-page outline to Council and asked that they note figures in column 6. He reported the following as items for consideration in this Application: Housing site acquisition; housing rehabilitation; lCot.t 2/28/77--28 Approve . Affirm e Approve -