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<br />In 2005, I suggested we focus on a reinvigoration of our downtown that would “encourage develop- <br />ment and build on our assets”. I supported identifying our city as a great city for the arts and <br />outdoors, lifting up that special combination of important cultural, recreational, and athletic assets. <br /> <br />We developed partnerships and targeted our funds. There are at least 14 new developments in our <br />downtown core, bringing jobs and millions of dollars in investment. These new developments <br />include housing, offices, restaurants, and theatres. <br /> <br />We have hosted two fabulous Olympic Track and Field trials and a number of other track events. The <br />athletic prowess of the Ducks has brought business (not to mention some roses and fiestas) to our <br />community. <br /> <br />Our new Art and Business Alliance has been hard at work helping take full economic advantage of <br />the arts of our community. This included the development of the Eugene-a-Go-Go website and a <br />survey showing that arts bring $45million and 1,700 jobs into our economy. <br /> <br />Now for a look at 2013 and beyond. <br /> <br />Building on a sound foundation and facing more challenges. <br /> <br />In 2013, we have much to build on. There’s a great deal we have accomplished together and it was no <br />mean feat. Our staff, council and Budget Committee faced revenue reductions with courage, <br />innovation and integrity, cutting $24 million out of our $125 million general fund. They did this by <br />requiring more work of fewer people and shrinking our city footprint, while continuing to provide <br />most key city services. This was not easy and they did it without complaint because, like you, we <br />have to deal with economic realities. <br /> <br />So, here we are looking forward to 2013. We’re not out of the woods yet. There’s more cutting to do. <br />There are no more places to cut without serious reductions in services. Our belt is tightened so tight <br />you can see it poking out our backs. <br /> <br />1. If we don’t want to lose vital city services, we have to be innovative. <br /> <br />We are now talking about significant cuts that include fire and police, library, parks, and pools. All of <br />our services have seen reductions and we’ve been extremely innovative in a number of ways, <br />including the merger of Eugene/Springfield fire services. <br /> <br />There is nowhere left to cut without feeling some loss, so you may well be asked what you are willing <br />to do to prevent further erosion of basic services. We are not talking about restoring previously cut <br />or curtailed services but how to prevent further loss. The city manager has several revenue- <br />increasing strategies to present to council for consideration and your thoughtful input will be <br />essential over the weeks ahead. <br /> <br />The big-picture issue is identifying what kind of community we want to live in and how we can work <br />together to help our city through this critical time. So far we have done well on all fronts. We’ve <br />managed resources wisely and done our utmost to get the biggest” bang for the buck” while getting <br />through the tough times and preparing for better days. The recovery is slow and we will need to <br /> <br /> <br />MINUTES—City Council January 5, 2010 Page 5 <br /> <br />
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