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~ or a consortium with two separate operators, or, no consortium. He asked Mr. t'Hooft why the County was willing to allow separate prime sponsors and eliminate the idea of consortium with two separate operators as an alterna- tive. City staff feels the CETA program could be run more effectively by the City. This seems to be an opportunity for staff to deliver services, as the program is intended. Commissioner t'Hooft replied that it is the understanding that with sep- arate program operations there could be conflicting policies regarding to whom the programs would be directed. This could lead to additional conflict, and there has already been enough conflict with CETA in the past. With separate operations, there would be more policies and staff problems, and he does feel that a consortium in this circumstance could deal effectively with these items. Mr. Delay stated it seems to be an all-or-nothing position by the County. A consortium with two program operators could be a step in the right direction. Two prime sponsors seem to be giving up trying to make any progress in working together. Mr. t'Hooft said the County feels that prime sponsors would be better for Lane County, since there appears to be a lack of faith and trust in the present system. If there is not this faith and trust in the existing system, Lane County does not feel that it can go forward. They want the programs to work. Under the comprehensive consortium proposal, an alternative involving liaisons from each agency was discussed. Individual conerns could be addressed. ~ Mr. Delay stated he does not think it is a question of faith and trust as much as different program implementation philosophies. It might be better to have more than one kind of approach to the programs. His feeling is that he would like to see the City consort on a limited basis, moving toward full consortium. Commissioner t'Hooft responded that the City and the County will have to work together no matter what, but he thinks there is a better way than with separate operations. He said the City has not yet experienced what it is to be a prime sponsor. Ms. Miller said she felt that partial consortium could lead to full con- sortium. This could be looked at as one step along the way, and better than nothing. Mr. t'Hooft responded that Lane County has taken action. They will go the prime sponsor route without consorting unless the City and the County can agree to a full consortium approach. Ms. Smith stated she had been involved in many discussions about this issue and had served with both the City and the County on an advisory committee level. She felt the intent in both agencies is to work toward a full consortium. 1- ~. 4/2/80--5