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water rights and plans for certification. She later followed up with questions about instream water rights, the protection of endangered species, and conservation efforts being undertaken by the City of Veneta. Charles Biggs asked questions about the size and capacity of the proposed pipe, whether pumping would be required and who would pay for it. He also inquired about how much the grant would cover and what amount would be required to be paid by the citizens and whether there were limitations in the contract for the water to Veneta. He later followed up with questions about the cost of the water to Veneta, how often and by whom the rates were set and who would pay for the pipe. A copy of the minutes will be provided to you as soon as we receive them from the City Recorder’s office. RELATED CITY POLICIES Section 44 of the Eugene Charter sets out the Eugene Water & Electric Board functions. It states, in part: “(1) The power of the city to generate, collect, and distribute electricity, steam, and other kinds of physical energy is hereby vested in the Eugene Water & Electric Board (the Board). * * * “(3) The board shall maintain and operate the water utility and the electric utility of the city, subject to control by the council of extension of water service.” COUNCIL OPTIONS No action is required at this time; however, options will be provided at the time of City Council deliberations and action scheduled for June 28, 2010. CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION As this is the public hearing for this item, no recommendation is suggested at this time. A recommendation will be provided for the City Council deliberations and action scheduled for June 28, 2010. SUGGESTED MOTION None at this time. A suggested motion will be provided at the time of City Council deliberations and action scheduled for June 28, 2010. ATTACHMENTS A.Fact Sheet B.Frequently Asked Questions Sheet Z:\CMO\2010 Council Agendas\M100614\S1006143.doc