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. One of the major changes would be to consolidate the four construction specialty boards into one construction codes board of appeals. A provision of charqinq a plan review fee for checking electrical, plumbing, and mechanical plans for .' commercial projects has also been added. Resolution No.5 will establish fee amounts for service inspections as provided for in the ordinance. Inspections and reinspection fees not covered by building permit fees which occur with a change of occupancy and affect single-family and restaurants will be $15 per hour for the majority. Mr. Delay stated that this consolidation should result in savinqs to the tax- payers and make it easier for both the City and for builders. He asked if they are addressinq the concerns that have been raised regarding inefficiency and difficulty of the process. Mr. Nolte stated that there are some restrictions on what can be done due to the State code requirements, but they are attemptinq to certify inspectors in more than one area. They will continue combining inspec- tions and permits as much as possible. Mr. Delay stated that it would be good to have this continue. Mayor Keller asked if this will reduce time for inspec- tions and issuance of permits. Larry Reed, Assistant Superintendent of the Building Division, stated that it already has. They have undertaken a program so that one plan reviewer can issue permits over-the-counter for faster public service. This has been occurring for about two weeks, and he hopes it will help on small jobs particularly. Mayor Keller noted that that would be appreciated and he is pleased to hear this. Mr. Reed stated they are looking at small-scale remodels and how to make it faster to review the plans. The hope is that this will not cause any problems in the field. Ms. Smith moved, seconded by Mr. Lieua11en, to call a public hearing for December 22, 1980, to consider proposed Buildinq . Division ordiQances/resolution. Roll call vote; motion carried unanimous 1y. x. RESOLUTION REGARDING SPAY/NEUTER CLINIC OPERATION (memo distributed) Res. No. 3456--A resolution establishing objectives and policy for opera- tion of the Spay/Neuter Clinic. Ms. Smith moved, seconded by Mr. Lieual1en, to adopt the resolution. Mr. Delay stated that it has been almost four years since this program was init i ated. The City should feel proud that it now has an operating program without general tax support that provides a low-cost service. There is public demand for this service and the clinic has been operating in the black. Five thousand fewer animals are being destroyed each year now than five years ago. Mr. Lieuallen asked if the cost is income-related or fixed. Mr. Delay stated that it is a fixed cost and the objective is to maximize the number of surgeries at the lowest possible price. Mr. Lieuallen noted there has been some confusion . MINUTES--Eugene City Council December 17, 1980 Page 11