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Councilor Kelly commented that the resolution was very complex and woven together. He said if pieces were removed then the whole resolution would fall apart. Councilor Meisner concurred with Councilor Kelly and stated his opposition to the amendment. Councilor Pap~ also agreed with Councilor Kelly. He suggested combining the wording to say "The right to assemble and the right to freedom of speech do not include the right to injure another human being or the right to destroy property." Councilor Taylor raised concern that the third paragraph sounded too much like an accusation. She said that judgmental remarks did not belong in the resolution. Councilor Kelly reiterated that the wording of the resolution was crafted with care and was intended to be balanced. Councilor Rayor commented that protest was too often associated with criminal behavior. He said that the United States would not be where it was without protest. Councilor Lee indicated that he was going to oppose the amendment. Roll call vote; the amendment to the motion failed 5:2, with councilors Taylor and Rayor voting in support. Councilor Kelly cited the statements in the resolution that supported the right to protest. Councilor Kelly, seconded by Councilor Lee, move to amend the language of Section 2 of the resolution to read "Reaffirms its continuing support for the efforts of the Police Commission in its review of the Eugene Police Department policies and practices." Roll call vote; the amendment passed unanimously. Roll call vote; the main motion passed unanimously. Mayor Torrey adjourned the meeting at 8:25 p.m. Respectfully submitted, James R. Johnson City Manager (Recorded by Joe Sams) MINUTES--Eugene City Council June 12, 2000 Page 4 Regular Meeting