CC Minutes - 07/22/98 Work Session

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Ms. Nathanson recalled upbeat public testimony, quoting Randy Pape: "There are no simple solutions, just intelligent choices.., we say "no" to so many things, and ask kids to say "no" to so many things, let's give them something to say "yes" to." Ms. Nathanson said this was not only about recreation, it was about healthy kids, healthy adults, community safety, and quality of life. The motion passed unanimously, 8:0. Mr. Tollenaar moved, seconded by Mr. Fart, that Ms. Nathanson be appointed to the committee that drafts the Voter's Pamphlet affirmative statement and rebuttal. Ms. Nathanson said she would enlist the help of at least two other committee members. The motion passed unanimously, 8:0. C. Work Session: Public Safety Coordinating Council (PSCC) Final Recommendations Mr. Johnson recalled council discussion on the draft PSCC recommendations on July 8. He said the PSCC then met on July 16 to develop its final recommendations, which were endorsed by the Springfield City Council. Mr. Johnson distributed a corrected spreadsheet reflecting the average annual cost to the taxpayer. He added that the average cost to the average taxpayer of the bond measure varied from $1.54 to $3.36. Mayor Torrey thanked councilors Swanson Gribskov, Laue, and Tollenaar for their work on the PSCC, noting it had inspired interjurisdictional cooperation more than any other committee. Ms. Swanson Gribskov said the council's issues were well-represented by its representatives and the package was a balanced approach. She urged the council to unanimously approve it. Mr. Tollenaar noted strong support from the City of Springfield, adding that Mayor Torrey deserves much of the credit for his persistence. He regretted to say that the package did not include funding for homeless youth activities or for juvenile aftercare and suggested referring those items to the Intergovernmental Human Services Committee. Mr. Fart expressed support for the recommendations and thanked Mr. Tollenaar for his comments on homeless youth and juvenile aftercare. Mayor Torrey praised the work of the PSCC, noting broad support for the package. He asked the council to become acquainted with the details of the package to better answer questions raised by the public and to garner support for the measure. Ms. Swanson Gribskov noted the PSCC unanimously supported the package. Mr. Fart moved, seconded by Mr. Tollenaar, that the City of Eugene support the final recommendations of the Public Safety Coordinating Council to the Board of County Commissioners. MINUTES--Eugene City Council July 22, 1998 Page 6 5:30 p.m.