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amount of the base fine and assessments imposed. The payment received via the phone transaction will be applied to the total amount owing, and the person will be responsible for paying the full amount outstanding. Individuals will continue to be able to visit the Violations Bureau in person if they choose. The court has plans to make this entire process available over the Internet. The next step will be to have the waiver form available for downloading from the City's web site. Functionality will be developed at a later date to allow individuals to submit the waiver with their electronic signature and pay their fine by credit card on-line. Improving access to court through technology is one of the court's service strategies. For further information, contact Marilyn Nelson at 682-5580. Eugene Named Oreqon's First Take Pride In America® City Eugene was recently recognized as the first Take Pride in America City in the state of Oregon. The designation, announced by Secretary of the Interior Gale Norton last week, is bestowed upon a city or municipality that supports the goals of Take Pride, a national partnership that recruits, supports and recognizes volunteers who work to improve public parks, forests, grasslands, reservoirs, wildlife refuges, cultural and historic sites, local playgrounds, and other recreation areas. Take Pride in America Executive Director Marti AIIbright met Mayor Jim Torrey in August during the 2004 Take Pride in America Western Tour, leading the Mayor to apply for the designation for Eugene. "I'm delighted the Mayor has taken the message of Take Pride to heart and is committed to rallying Eugene's citizens for the benefit of Stream Team volunteers doing riparian restoration in our public lands," said Albright. Whilamut Naturi Area of Alton Baker recreational area AS a Take Pride In America City, Eugene has agreed to annually sponsor two or more volunteer events such as a community clean-up or a volunteer recognition activity. "Eugene residents are passionate about the beauty of our area, and thousands of people invest their time, money, and expertise in our parks and open space every year," said Mayor Torrey. "This designation will boost our efforts in urban stewardship of public parks and open space resources. I appreciate the Department of Interior's recognition and support and look forward to participating in this initiative." With 100 Charter Partners, Take Pride involves federal, state and local governments; conservation, youth and recreation groups; and top national corporations and organizations. Through these partnerships, member organizations work together to protect and enhance the special legacy all Americans share - the country's public lands that cover one in every three acres across the nation. For more information, contact Scott Duckett, Natural Resources manager, 682-4842 or see www. TakePride.gov. Visit the "Human Riqhts Center" at the Euqene Celebration! The Human Rights Program is coordinating a collaborative effort called the "Human Rights Center" at the Eugene Celebration. Community members will have the opportunity to learn more about local human rights organizations, give input regarding the police complaint process, pick up City boards and commissions applications, and view artistic photo exhibits of local families. The Human Rights Commission will share space with Lane County Human Rights Advisory Committee, Eugene Police Commission, and Community Alliance of Lane County (CALC) in the storefront that was formerly home to the Criterion Gallery, located at 35 W. 8th. The center will be open Saturday, September 18 and Sunday, September 19 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day. The center is outside of the Eugene Celebration's fee- paying area and is wheelchair accessible. The former art gallery is an ideal location for previewing a new Community Alliance of Lane County display called "What Does Family Look Like?" Portraits in this exhibit depict the rich diversity of loving families in our community. The photo display will be completely finished in time to be included as an opening exhibit for the First Friday Art Walk on Friday, October 1 from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m. For additional information, contact Greg Rikhoff, Human Rights program manager, at 682-5177 during office hours and at 954-6585 during the weekend. EUGENE CITY COUNCIL NEWSLETTER PAGE 3 September 16, 2004