CC Minutes - 06/10/02 Work Session

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Mr. Kelly said that the use of substitute motions was being increasingly employed. He thought it complicated matters considerably, and suggested that motions be voted up or down. He also thought there was a time and place to call for the question, but did not think that it was appropriate at a work session. Mr. Kelly thought it inappropriate to call for the hiring of Mr. Carlson in an open session. He thought it sent an inappropriate message to interested candidates. Mr. Meisner said while he agreed with Mr. Kelly about the use of substitute motions, he intended to support the one on the floor. He thought the motion made it more likely the council could achieve the outlined time line. He felt the time line would give the recruiter the ability to recruit top candidates. Ms. Taylor said that it was important not to take forever for the hiring process. She said once someone was hired, it could take some time for that person to join the City organization. Mr. Farr indicated that he seconded Mr. Rayor's motion because he believed Mr. Kelly misread the sentiment of the council in offering his motion. Ms. Bettman asked how a prospective candidate interpreted the City's delay in seeking a new manager. Could it be interpreted as a strong preference for an internal candidate? Mr. Chouinard did not know how it would be interpreted. He said that it might send the signal that the organization had a steady hand at the tiller, but no one knew if Mr. Carlson was a candidate. The motion to substitute passed 5:3; Mr. Kelly, Ms. Bettman, and Ms. Taylor voting no. The amended motion passed, 5:3; Mr. Kelly, Ms. Bettman, and Ms. Taylor voting no. Mayor Torrey adjourned the meeting at 7:51 p.m. Respectfully submitted, James R. Carlson City Manager pro tern (Recorded by Kimberly Young) MINUTES--Eugene City Council June 10, 2002 Page 12 Work Session