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. e time the signs currently posted will be adequate for the purposes of impounding unauthorized vehicles. Mr. Obie asked for clarification. Keith Martin, City Attorney, stated that Eugene Code 5.540 states that parking facilities have marked spaces for customer use. This will not be a problem in single-family units. Mr. Obie asked what the situation would be in small spaces, with abandoned vehicles, or in trespass situations. Mr. Martin stated that the owner could call the police and have them carry out their duties. They will probably not deal with these situations if lots are signed but only if a vehicle is abandoned or if it is a trespass situation. Ms. Smith said she is glad to see a compromise on the signing of the trucks. Some already have them. Last week, it was discussed that some owners or drivers of towing vehicles carry guns. She would like some follow-up regard- ing the legality of carrying guns in volatile situations. Mr. Gleason said it is appropriate for the City Attorney's Office and the Police Department to come back with proposed solutions. Ms. Wooten stated that last week, Mr. Obie had suggested that rates be posted for towing charges. She feels it would be a deterrent if people were aware of the costs. She has read a letter from Dr. Mossberg which she will share with Mr. Gleason and Chief Packard regarding the situation at Amtrak. Mr. Martin stated it is difficult to sign Amtrak since it is unimproved private property. He is not sure there is a solution for that difficult lot. Ms. Wooten stated that if people were aware of the cost, that might prevent some unauthorized parking. Mr. Gleason stated that unless there are uniform rates, e that could be a problem. Rate setting would be the next step in enforcement. He would like to keep the regulations at a minimum. However, if this continues as it has, staff will come back with a rate setting recommendation. Ms. Wooten added that the airport and bus station have public lots but Amtrak has a private lot and there is no provision for temporary parking. She asked if a change in the situation could be pursued. She asked about the six spaces adjacent to the building that formerly housed the Daily Planet. She asked if the contract for towing continues there even though the restaurant is not in operation. Mr. Martin stated that that is possible; it depends on what the owner wishes to do with the property. Mayor Keller stated that Dr. Mossberg had requested being allowed to testify. Council consensus was not to allow this but to have Dr. Mossberg speak with Deputy Chief Larion after the meeting. CB 2361--An ordinance concerning tow cars; regulating the signing of private and public parking facilities; amending Section 3.005 and 5.990 of the Eugene Code, 1971; adding Section 3.460 and 5.540 to that code; providing for an effective date; and declaring an emergency. Ms. Miller moved, seconded by Mr. Obie, that the bill be read the second time by council bill number only, with unanimous consent of the council, and that enactment be considered at this time. Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously. - MINUTES--Eugene City Council September 16, 1981 Page 9