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. Public hearing was opened. e Tom Hoyt, .460 Palomino Drive, president of the Chamber 'of Commerce, stated that Mr. Henry has made substantial contributions to the City of Eugene. He said that even with disagreements, Mr. Henry has been open in discussing them. He thanked him for his work with the Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Hoyt stated that the executive committee of the Chamber of Commerce feels that included in the profile should be the following: 1) outstanding administrative ability, 2) advanced degree in business administration or public affairs or related fields, 3) at least five years' experience as City Manager and eight to ten years' experience in City government, 4) an insatiable appetite for attending meetings, 5) good ability to work with staff, and 6) an ability to minimize red tape in dealing with the govern- ment. Mr. Hoyt stated that he hopes the new City Manager will continue to participate in the partnership between the Chamber of. Commerce and the local government in development and adoption of the Eugene Plan. They feel that new business and industry must be solicited to the area. The Chamber of Commerce would like to assist in greeting the candidates. Mr. Hoyt wished the Mayor and council good luck in finding an excellent new city manager. Julie Aspinwall-Lamberts, 3963 North Clary, president of the Eugene CommlSSlon on the Rlghts of Women, stated that the council should be commended in holding a public hearing on this item. She distributed copies of her statement. The Women's Commission has requested six items e based upon equal opportunity regulations and the municipal liability concept where municipalities are held liable for areas in the administra- tion of,Federal regulations. The Human Rights Council also feels that the new city manager must have a firm commitment to keeping Eugene in the forefront in Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity. It is essential that the city manager be knowledgeable of Federal regulations to determine the impact of the City's policies and obligations. Based on the three points (City Manager's AA/EEO responsibilities, municipal liability, changes in Federal regulations), they have requested the following: "That two items be specifically listed as minimal qualifications for the position of city manager: 1) demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity regulations; and 2) demonstrated ability to work effectively with members of protected classes (e.g., women, minorities, disabled persons); "That all job vacancy notices clearly state these two minimal qualifi- cationS; "That the City continue its previous attempts to reach and attract qualified female candidates; . e 8/13/80--11