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Mr. Delay stated that the task force seems to see the mechanism as more than just a guideline because they are attempting to determine what the rate of . return should be. If MSI does not get the rate it wants, it will be another situation as before of them telling the City that they will shut down if they do not receive the rate increase requested. Ms. Miller agreed that could happen. She does not see how the methodology would make any difference. Roll call vote; motion carried 4:3 with Councilors Delay, Lieuallen, and Schue voting no. Mr. Delay moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the council request the task force make a priority of pursuing alternative delivery systems. . . Mr. Obie asked if the council really wanted the task force to pursue alternate service deliveries since the representatives on the task force represent areas beyond the boundaries of Eugene. Mr. Delay stated that the problems go beyond Eugene's boundaries. The task force can indicate if they cannot or do not want to pursue alternatives. He noted that someone else would have to take his place on the task force because he would no longer be a member of the council. Mr. Obie asked if the intent of this motion is to request the other jurisdic- tions to broaden the scope of the task force. Mr. Delay noted that the task force already has this item as a future agenda item. They are asking that it pe made a priority item. Mr. Henry noted that the task force has adopted three tasks: 1) the rate-setting need; 2) establishing service level monitoring system; and 3) establishing a monitoring body if the present system continues. They did not talk about con- . sidering other delivery systems originally, but sentiment to include that seems to be increasing. They have not formally adopted this as a task force work program but staff was directed to bring back alternatives. Mr. Delay stated that it should be made a priority. Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously. VII. STATUS REPORT ON DOWNTOWN SHUTTLE SERVICE (memo distributed) Mr. Henry noted that this item was on the agenda at the request of Ms. Schue because of petitions she received. The downtown shuttle is a complex issue and is scheduled to be discontinued December 31. The funding for the shuttle comes from the Downtown Development Board which has decided to discontinue the program because of revenue shortfalls. Navarre Davis was present to present the DDB position. He felt the council should have more information if they wanted to provide the DDB with direction. This item could be discussed further two weeks from today. Navarre Davis, 2112 Brookhaven, stated that he is on the Downtown Development Board and has worked on the parking subcommittee. The decision was not complex, but was based on financial reasons. He understands the frustration of the shuttle riders. The DDB started this program because of a lack of monthly and daily parking permits. Also, ridesharing and carpooling were not available and LTD did not have a viable program. DDB has a projected income shortfall of . MINUTES--Eugene City Council November 26, 1980 Page 12