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I , I a single urban growth boundary. They would accept a study of indus- trial land, but will not contribute to the funding of the study, and - would be unable to contribute very much staff time to this effort. They are not willing to postpone the acknowledgment process for the study to be completed. She feels that the urban growth boundary should be agreed upon, the plan forwarded to LCDC, and then refinement of various plan elements could be done. She agrees with Springfield City Councilor Gene Hulett that the plan could be amended but it would not be possible to do so until the plan was acknowledged. Mr. Obie indicated agreement with Springfield's position and stated that he thinks Eugene should participate in the study. Mr. Lieuallen stated that the issue must be resolved. The County must understand that they cannot go outside the proposed urban growth boundary as a single jurisdiction. He agrees with Ms. Miller. Ms. Schue indicated agree- ment with Mr. Obie. The plan must be approved. She feels the study is needed although a study of industrial land is a different issue from the urban growth boundary. Mayor Keller noted that the intent of the County would be to study the issue and use it as a basis for the~r decision which would be intoler- ab le. The study needs to be clearly defined. Ms. Schue noted that this would put a terrible "political burden" on the study if it were done the way the County wants. John Porter, Planning, stated that the council is echoing the concerns of the Metro Team. The plan must be placed before LCDC. Any st udy would take longer than six months. e Steve Gordon, L-COG, stated that the County Commissioners will be meeting on Tuesday, October 14. The staff has prepared an amendment removing the industrial triangle, contingent upon being able to work out details of the study. Ms. Smith asked who would provide the leadership for working out the details of this study, and whether the study must be agreed upon prior to County consideration of the amendment. Mr. Gordon stated that if Springfield and Eugene agree on the study, then they will be willing to adopt their version of the plan. Leadership for the study has not been determined. Mr. Lieuallen asked if the commissioners had indicated support in staff or money. Mr. Gordon stated that they had not reached agreement yet. Mr. Lieuallen asked if times, details, and work programs must be agreed upon before the County will agree to the City's adopted plan. Mr. Gordon said that that was his understanding. He noted that the County is trying to cooperate with the cities. Mr. Lieuallen stated the matter should be pursued without compromising the City's position. Ms. Miller asked if Mr. Gordon would be involved in establishing the st udy . Mr. Gordon stated that he has given some information to City Planning staff today. There is a need for common definitions. Ms. Schue indicated that she feels that this is encouraging. . 9/24/80--2