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. Dave Husk, 51 West 31st Avenue, stated that he is a realtor representing the Southland Corporation and would answer any questions. He spoke with Churchill Principal Newland as well as both the Churchill administrative and 4-J staffs who saw no problems. This area has intense population growth and this facility would serve a public need. and give alternatives to the residents. This ownership would be with a local franchise owner. There being no further testimony, public hearinq was closed. Mr. Obie stated that Mr. Husk probably should have talked with parents rather than with the administrators, because the parents do have objections. He looked at the property as well as at the property occupied by McKay's. There are bad traffic problems there already which will become worse. Also, there is a 7-Eleven store at 18th and City View which provides the s.ame services. It is the council's job to make recommendations to OLCC, and it is up to OLCC to determine if it will be approved. He will vote no because the neighborhood association has said they would prefer no additional liquor outlets and no 7-Eleven store. He feels it would be a plus if 7-Eleven decided not to locate there. This could cause more accessibility problems and it is also adjacent to a preschool and the high school, as well as a retirement center. Ms. Smith asked for clarification on the criteria for recommendinq approval or denial. Tim Sercombe, City Attorney, stated that if there is written criteria, it would be something that he would need to bring back. Ms. Smith stated that she is sympathetic to the neighborhood association, but would like to have something upon which to base a decision. Mr. Henry stated that generally, e established criteria relate to the consumptions of liquor, not to package store outlets. Mr. Husk stated that in other cities in Oregon, county or city approval is based upon zoning, fire, and other policies, not as to whether they feel a I particular building should be in a particular place or not. He has checked with each City department. Additionally, this will not be the standard 7-Eleven building. Mr. Bates noted that he had spoken with OLCC and stated that during their hearing process, they will take the council's recommendation under advise- ment. The Planning staff shares the concern for this location. Mr. Obie stated that the council does need a basis for making a recommendation. The products are available at another very close location and the site is across the street from a high school. Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Mr. Lieuallen, to forward to OLCC with recommendation for denial. Ms. Schue asked whether the public should not have two choices. Mr. Obie indicated that liquor products are available easily and adding another outlet would create a more difficult situation than currently exists because of traffic movement so close to the high school. Mr. Hamel stated that similar instances have come before the council previously. The council is only sending a recommen- dation to OLCC who will make the decision. He will vote against the motion. Mayor Keller stated that he is not sure the reasons outlined are a good basis for denial. He noted that a gas station was approved as a package store in the recent past. Traffic may be a problem but Hilyard Street is as bad. He knows e that one obligation of the council is to not eliminate competition and expressed surprise at Mr. Obie's position. MINUTES--Eugene City Council November 5, 1980 P aqe 7