AMENDED Agenda Packet 6-24-19 Meeting

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MINUTES – Eugene City Council Public Hearing and Meeting May 28, 2019 Page 3 24.Stefan Strek – discussed community safety concerns and personal experiences with lack ofpolice response; expressed opposition to a payroll tax and reasons as to why.25.Zachary Vishanoff – discussed city hall conversations and council decisions; discussedconcerns around MUPTE applications; said payroll tax will be subject of referendum petition;discussed town square expenses, funding support for UO athletic events, alternative funding.26.Bob Fennessy – discussed opposition to payroll tax based on lack of representation for thosewho are city residents, as well as funding structure; discussed mental health concerns inrelation to community safety services, and what police are able to address.27.Julia Taylor - expressed anger and concern about what the payroll tax would fund; discussedconcerns about perceived safety among different members of the Eugene community;discussed alternatives for increasing safety in the community outside of police services.28.Jason Johnson – spoke in support of the payroll tax; discussed experiences living in Eugeneand community safety concerns and violence; requested leadership from council to continuemoving forward if the payroll tax fails.Council Discussion •Councilor Taylor – voiced concern around equity of the payroll tax for low-wageearners; expressed opposition to the tax unless this inequity is addressed; reiteratedconcerns for homelessness prevention. •Councilor Clark – expressed support for efforts to strengthen public safety services butsaid the payroll tax is not the correct funding method; inquired of the City Managerabout importance of metrics for the measure (including unintended consequences) andfuture public vote; asked how the city will measure businesses who relocate to avoidpaying taxes. •Councilor Syrett – expressed appreciation for public comments; discussed purpose ofpublic hearings and proposals. •Councilor Clark – expressed appreciation for Councilor Syrett’s comments; discussedbeliefs and perceptions about how community safety funding will be used; suggestedconsideration of an amendment that would remove non-Eugene residents, especiallyresidents of Springfield. •Mayor Vinis – expressed appreciation for public comments and influence of commentson shape of proposal. 4. PUBLIC FORUM1.Bekki Bruckner – spoke in opposition to 5G and supported moratorium on 5G enabled towers.2.Joshua Korn – spoke in opposition to 5G.3.Adam Pogioli – spoke about 5G-related wireless radiation health concerns.4.Kayla McDonald – addressed Free Speech Plaza concerns, including lack of canopies.5.Mary Austermen – voiced concern around lack of protective coverings at Free Speech Plaza.6.Patricia Devall – voiced concerns about Free Speech Plaza regulations.7.James Hatcher – voiced concerns about Free Speech Plaza and loss of business due to elements.8.Heather Allen – discussed effects of new regulations at Free Speech Plaza, citing health concerns.9.Phillip Andersen – encouraged City Council to enact a moratorium on 5G installations.10.Sabrina Siegel – expressed opposition to 5G; played video for council.11.Barbara Wade – continued video in opposition to 5G.12.Isidore Siegel-Coxon – continued video in opposition to 5G.13. Alexander Reztz – spoke about options for addressing homelessness, housing, and workforce.14.Robin Bloomgarden – spoke in rebuttal to Northwest Natural Gas presentation to council on May 22.15.Michael Gannon –discussed community trust and confidence in local government.16.Tom Brandt –expressed concern about regulations prohibiting canopies at Free Speech Plaza.17.Nicholas Engel – voiced concern about a number of issues including 5G, traffic safety and police.18.Zechariah and Kendra Humbert – related experiences being unhoused in various locations.19.Wayne Martin – offered invitation to upcoming movie on June 6 at the Bijou Theater, Tony. June 24, 2019, Meeting – Item 3A