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advocated for an iterative process that allowed the communities to align their plans into a larger regional strategy or view. EWEB could lead such an effort, but he hoped for a much more collaborative approach. Mr. Zelenka agreed that a regional plan needed to involve the regional players. Mayor Piercy said the Growth Management Policies were City policy until a council majority changed them. Speaking to Mr. Zelenka’s comments about seeking information about whether the Growth Management Policies were codified, Mayor Piercy suggested the examination he desired should be the outcome of a council decision because of the scope of the task. Mr. Clark pointed out to those concerned about growth that it was important to perfect future water rights to maintain Eugene’s stake in any conversation about regional growth. He agreed with Mr. Taylor’s remarks about the need for a collaborative approach to regional planning. He wanted Eugene to do a better job in collaborating with its regional partners. Mr. Clark regretted the demise of the Region 2050 planning effort but suggested its failure could be attributed to a lack of focus on best outcomes for the entire region. Mr. Clark suggested that to the degree that Veneta could increase its employment base, it would reduce the number of people driving to Eugene and decrease Eugene’s street maintenance obligations. He called for less of a focus on how Eugene could restrict the actions of its neighbors and more of a focus on collabora- tion toward a better mutual end. Mayor Piercy wanted to honor both that the City desired to work with its regional partners as well as the fact it had its own policies and goals it was trying to achieve. City Manager Ruiz indicated staff would schedule a public hearing on the item. Mayor Piercy adjourned the meeting at 1:28 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Beth Forrest City Recorder (Recorded by Kimberly Young) MINUTES—Eugene City Council November 10, 2010 Page 7 Work Session