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e e e development. They are trying to buy time to examine various options and this seems to be a very important link. Mr. Lindberg expressed concern about the lack of continuity. Ms. Schue stated that previously LEIC was within L-COG, but there were political difficulties. There are some opportunities that were not available 18 months ago to strengthen LEIC if they would be put back under L-COG's jurisdiction. She would like to see this reconsidered. Mr. Lindberg stated that if they are to consider the option of moving LEIC back under L-COG, they would need to consider staffing. Another option is for additional funding sources to carry Mr. Landis' employment for four to six months. Mr. Landis noted that there are some other funding options. One of the options would be for him to work only part-time. Ms. Wooten stated that according to the County, there is no money available for funding. She asked what the benefits would be of retaining the current legal status. The City cannot afford to let the County end this program before we take the opportunity to look at our intergovernmental relationship. However, chaos cannot be allowed to continue. Mr. Obie suggested proceeding with option 2 of the staff recommendations to see if the other jurisdictions will agree. Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to direct Eugene staff to provide interim staffing for LEIC, including support services, with the intention of devising a long-term joint staffing arrange- ment between member jurisdictions. Ms. Smith stated that there are many unanswered questions, and this would give,the council time to get the answers they need. She urged the council to support the motion. Mr. Lindberg noted that he would vote against the motion because there are so many unanswered questions. Ms. Wooten agreed that there is a need to buy time, but it needs to be determined if this approach would be accepted by the other jurisdictions as an interim measure. Mr. Farah stated that determining this would have to be the first step. Mr. Gleason stated that he does not recommend spending $4,000 for a program that may end in one month. He feels option 2 would provide a temporary solution. Mr. Lindberg asked about the part-time option. Mr. Gleason responded that that is an option. Mr. Lindberg expressed concern about funds and the need for permanent solutions, and noted that LEIC's current projects should be followed through. Mr. Gleason noted that it is risky to depend upon Federal funds now. He suggested trying to build a temporary coalition and work toward a more permanent solution when it is determined what will work best. Ms. Schue stated that the disagreement is only in the method of reaching the goal. Staff is asking to spend $4,000 to make the project a reality. In view of work already done and with a goal in mind, it is a matter of trust in staff to accomplish the goal. She would like to have staff proceed. Mr. Farah clarified by saying that if the council passes the motion directing staff to proceed with option 2, they will not be spending the remaining money that is budgeted for LEIC dues. Mr. Gleason noted that the motion involves using staff time instead of payment of dues. Mayor Keller stated that the $4,000 would buy us very little and that the staff proposal is good. He urged council to support the motion. MINUTES--Eugene City Council February 18, 1981 Page 9