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- - -- -- --- -- ---- labor. They deserve more compensation for that effort. He supports other e statements made by NHRC and they have been involved with the neighborhoods. There have been residents who have helped build up neighborhoods. Then, landlords have moved in since the neighborhoods have become better places to live displacing those who have lived in their rentals. He would like to make sure the funds are helping those they were intended to help. Jim McCoy, 341 Van Buren, NEDCO, stated that he would like to see a community- based economic development corporation included. They have been raising almost three and one-half dollars for each one given to them for concrete projects. The future can hold exciting possibilities. There might be the creation of SBA 503 fixed assets for neighborhood based businesses, infilling, mutual houstng associations, and NEDCO. The City has invested a great deal of money in NEDCO and has received a good return on that expenditure. There being no further testimony, public hearing was closed. Ms. Wooten stated that she has questions regarding information provided in the packets. In the September 21, 1981 memo from Pat Decker to Chris Hofmann, Ms. Decker refers to a 1973 windshield survey regarding housing conditions. She indicated that another survey will be done. Ms. Wooten would like to know when this will be done and how quickly it can be accomplished. Ms. Hofmann responded that census data will not be available until next year. It will take about two months to do a survey of this kind but some areas have been updated. Ms. Wooten asked if the basis of the program is going to reflect the 1970 census data or if staff is waiting for the 1980 information. Ms. Hofmann responded that staff cannot wait for the income updates, but that there are some e basic population counts available now. They will look at the program next year to see if more areas can be made eligible. Ms. Wooten asked if the council would be reviewing the charter for the Bethel Triangle soon. Ruth Mi 11 er, Neighborhood Liaison, responded that this would appear on the October 14, 1981, City Council agenda. Ms. Wooten stated that the Bethel Triangle area is one of great need and if their charter is approved, she would like to know if they will be eligible for WBG funding. Ms. Hofmann stated that they are IFA-eligible now but not yet for housing rehabilitation. Ms. Wooten stated that staff recognizes the displacement issue. She would like to know how to protect those who may be displaced. Ms. Hofmann responded that this would be a good project for use of CD funds. Ms. Wooten added that she has a strong commitment to this issue and would like to see it addressed. Ms. Schue stated that she has concerns regarding the HUD guidelines and she would like clarification of the social services and administrative rules. Ms. Hofmann stated that public and social services are only eligible if they coordinate with NIP projects. They cannot be tied into existing City-funded service programs. There is a 20 percent limit on administrative costs and that money is going for funding refinement plans, to HCC for staffing, to finance, and special studies such as traffic and transportation. That does not leave e MINUTES--Euqene City Council September 29, 1981 Page 5