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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/11/1984 Meeting (2) M I NUT E S Eugene City Council City Council Chamber e January 11, 1984 11:45 a.m. COUNCILORS PRESENT: COUNCILORS ABSENT: Emily Schue, John Ball, Dick Hansen, Betty Smith, Freeman Holmer, and Cynthia Wooten. Brian Obie. Adjourned meeting of the City Council of the City of Eugene, Oregon, was called to order by His Honor Mayor Gus Keller. I. ITEMS FROM MAYOR & COUNCIL, APPOINTMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS, AGENDA ADJUSTMENTS e A. Oregon Regional Council Association (ORCA) Councilor Schue announced that she has been appointed vice president of the Oregon Regional Council Association (ORCA) which is a newly formed state associa- tion. ORCA will be helpful in interconnecting councils of government on economic development strategies; this could result in positive benefits to the City of Eugene. B. Grading of Aberdeen Street Ms. Wooten requested information on available funding for the grading of Aberdeen Street in the Bethel-Triangle area, which she has perceived to be in very poor condition. C. Provision for Low-Moderate Income Citizens to Hult Center Events Ms. Wooten stated that during the budget process last year, the City Council had requested the Performing Arts Commission to explore reduced or discount rates to enable low- and moderate-income citizens to attend events at the Hult Center. She would like to re-initiate this request as there seems to have been no response from the Performing Arts Commission. D. Eugene Celebration Allocation Mr. Holmer reported on an article in the Register-Guard that said the Downtown Commission made a donation of funds to the Eugene Celebration. Mr. Holmer said that while the act was appropriate, he found it disconcerting to have an alloca- tion of tax funds referred to as a donation. E. Community Goals Session Ms. Smith expressed great satisfaction with the calibre of the recent Community Goals Conference and the large number of citizens that participated. She noticed that several groups made recommendations for council follow-up. These should be pulled out for the council's attention early on. - MINUTES--Eugene City Council January 11, 1984 Page 1 F. Council Position - Betty Smith . Councilor Smith announced, with regret, that she will not file for the Ward 2 City Council position that she has filled for seven years. She said she has found council work a gratifying growth experience. Projects that she was pleased to be involved with were the Hult Center, the Wastewater Management Commission, and the Room Tax Committee. She concluded that her council work has been rewarding because of the outstanding City staff, councilors, and citizens. G. Appointments 1. Mayor's Appointment of Councilor to 4-J Task Force (memo distri- buted) 2. Consideration of Council Subcommittee Nomination to the Youth Commission (memo distributed) 3. Consideration of Councilors' Nominations to the Budget Committee (memos distributed) Ms. Wooten moved, seconded by Ms. Smith to approve the following nominations as presented: e 4J Task Force - John Ball Youth Commission - Carol Dawes, 2328 Washington Street, to complete unexpired term of Lori Salzarulo, ending January 1, 1986 Budget Committee, Ward 1 - Kay Robinhold, 4450 Hilyard Street term to expire December 31, 1986 Budget Committee, Ward 6 - Arden Munkres, 2104 Dewey Street term to expire December 31, 1986 Budget Committee, Ward 8 - R. Kim Short, 2339 West 28th Avenue term to expire December 31, 1986 Roll call vote; the motion carried unanimously, 6:0. Ms. Wooten moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that Carol Cogswell, term to expire December 31, 1986; Richard Guske, term to expire December 31, 1986; and Kitty Murdoch, term to expire December 31, 1985; be reappointed to the Citizen Involvement Committee. Roll call vote; the motion carried unanimously, 6:0. H. Announcements Mr. Gleason announced a joint City Council-Planning Commission meeting on January 18 at noon with lunch at 11:30 a.m., in the McNutt Room at City Hall. A brief City Council meeting is scheduled immediately following that meeting. Mr. Gleason invited councilors on a tour of the newly-renovated Development Assistance Center at the conclusion of today's meeting. e MINUTES--Eugene City Council January 11, 1984 Page 2 II. ROUTINE ITEMS FOR COUNCIL APPROVAL . A. Consideration of City Council minutes of November 16, 1983, November 21, 1983, November 23, 1983, and Special Meeting of December 14, 1983 (minutes distributed) Ms. Wooten moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to approve the City Council minutes of November 16, 1983, November 21, 1983, November 23, 1983, and December 14, 1983. Roll call vote; the motion carried unanimously, 6:0. B. Ordinance for Second Reading re: Street Vacation (Riverside Realty) (SV 80-2) (memo, map distributed) City Manager Micheal Gleason introduced the agenda item. At the time of the first reading, the staff was requested to resolve financial matters with partici- pants in the vacation. This has now been accomplished to clear the way for the second reading. CB 2247--An ordinance authorizing vacation of a 501-wide public right-of-way located at the northern terminus of Van Buren Street, north of Lewis Avenue. Ms. Wooten moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the bill be approved and given final passage. Roll call vote; all councilors present voting aye, the bill was declared passed (and became Ordinance No. 19209). e III. ADJUSTMENTS OF ASSESSMENTS LEVIED BY ORDINANCE #19103 (memo, ordinance distributed) City Manager Gleason introduced the agenda item. Bert Teitzel, City Engineer, gave the staff report, stating that the bill permitted an adjustment on assess- ments, as determined by~a court order, on condominiums noted in the bill. CB 2708--An ordinance adjusting assessments levied by Ordinance #19103 entitled "An ordinance levying assessments for paving, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer on Country Club Road from I-I05 to Willagillespie Road, and on Willagillespie Road from Country Club to 300' south of Clinton Avenue; and storm sewer in area between Country Club Road and 1-105 in the City of Eugene, Lane County, Oregon"; and declaring an emergency. Ms. Wooten moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the bill be read the second time by council bill number only, with unanimous consent of the council. and that enactment be considered at this time. Roll call vote; the motion carried unanimously, 6:0. Council Bill 2708 was read the second time by council bill number only. e MINUTES--Eugene City Council January 11, 1984 Page 3 . e - Ms. Wooten moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the bill be approved and given final passage. Roll call vote; all councilors present voting aye, the bill was declared passed (and became Ordinance No. 19210). IV. CONDEMNATION AUTHORIZATION re: ROOSEVELT BOULEVARD RIGHT-OF-WAY (memo, map, ordinance distributed) City Manager Gleason introduced the agenda item. Mr. Teitzel, City Engineer, presented the staff report, describing the small parcel of land at the corner of Bertelson and the projected Roosevelt Boulvard, that'was added after the original resolution and ordinance for condemnation last year. This is for an F.A.U. project planned for the summer of 1984. CB 2709--An ordinance authorizing the institution of proceedings in eminent domain for the acquisition by condemnation of fee simple title for the widening of Roosevelt Boule- vard from West Beltline Road to Maple Street; amending Ordinance No. 18865; and declaring an emergency. Ms. Wooten moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the bill be read the second time by council bill number only, with unanimous consent of the council, and that enactment be considered at this time. Roll call vote; the motion carried unanimously, 6:0. Ms. Wooten asked Mr. Teitzel to describe the process of negotiation with the existing property owners. Mr. Teitzel responded that there has been an impasse in the negotations that have been in process for about three or four months. When the City filed for condemnation, it was discovered that this parcel of land had been inadvertently omitted from the original condemnation ordinance. The appraisals have been completed. Mr. Gleason clarified the procedure that would follow from this point that would involve filing a condemnation notice, and filing the appraisals, with the potential of a trial to settle the issue of property value. Council bill 2709 was read the second time by council bill number only. Ms. Wooten moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the bill be approved and given final passage. Roll call vote; all councilors present and voting aye, the bill was declared passed (and became Ordinance No. 19211). V. HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION INTERVIEWS (memo, ordinance, additional infor- mation distributed). City Manager Micheal Gleason introduced the agenda item. Chris Mahoney, Human Rights Specialist, gave the staff report, reviewing the background for the amendment to the ordinance concerning the interview process for the human rights commissions. The proposal for the interview process was included in the background materials, as well as an interview schedule for councilors should the ordinance pass. MINUTES--Eugene City Council January 11, 1984 Page 4 e e e Councilor Holmer said the proposed amendment to the Code, Section 2.013, subsection C, changes one word. He read the sentence in question, as follows: "...appointments which more appropriately should be delegated to ~ committee on boards, commissions, and committees composed of three councilors..." Because the intent is to appoint three committees, Councilor Holmer suggested a deferral of action on the ordinance to correct the grammatical problem. City Attorney Tim Sercombe stated that the ordinance was "generic" in its refer- ence to any committee of councilors appointed to consider any appointment. Therefore, it could be in the singular and still do the job. CB 2710--An ordinance concerning appointment processes for City boards, commissions, and committees; amending Section 2.013 of the Eugene Code, 1971; and declaring an emergency. Ms. Wooten moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the bill be read the second time by council bill number only, with unanimous consent of the council, and that enactment be considered at this time. Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously, 6:0. Council Bill 2710 was read the second time by council bill number only. Ms. Wooten moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the bill be approved and given final passage. Roll call vote; all councilors present voting aye, the bill was declared passed (and became Ordinance No. 19212). VI. FIVE-YEAR FINANCIAL FORECAST (memo, projection distributed) City Manager Micheal Gleason introduced the agenda item. Warren Wong, Financial Director, explained that the State Executive Department requires the City to prepare a five-year financial projection of all revenue and expenditures if they want to continue to share in revenue-sharing funds. The approximate amount of funds involved is $700,000 per year. Not only has the Oregon Municipal Finance Officers Association passed a resolution to have the State Executive Department eliminate this requirement, but they have also informed the House Revenue Committee to include this as an agenda item for the 1985 legislature. In response to Ms. Wooten's question, Mr. Wong responded that the financial forecasts have been within an accuracy range of plus or minus ten percent. In response to Mr. Wong's concern on the requirement of the five-year forecast, Mayor Keller gave an explanation of the evolution of that decision. Ms. Wooten moved, seconded by Mr. Holmer, to approve the long-range fiscal projection for submittal to the State Executive Department. Roll call vote; the motion was carried unanimously, 6:0. MINUTES--Eugene City Council January 11, 1984 Page 5 e e e VII. REVIEW OF WEATHERIZATION ORDINANCE (memo, ordinance, background information distributed) City Manager Micheal Gleason introduced the agenda item. Greg Page, Project Manager for Facilities Development, gave the staff report, reviewing the purpose of the weatherization ordinance passed in 1981 that established specific standards for existing residential dwellings for use in times of energy shortages. The intent was to improve the performance of voluntary programs of utilities, and inform the community of expectations during energy shortages. The review today is scheduled because the council required a review one year in advance of implementation of weatherization standards. Over the last three years, there has been a surplus in the supply of energy; prices have increased about 10 percent per year. Mr. Page felt that the surplus in supply was a temporary condition. Matt Northway, Conservation Manager of Eugene Water and Electric Board, then reported on the success of the voluntary program, stating that about 12 percent of the electrically-heated homes served by EWEB have been weatherized, and 60 percent of electric water heaters have been insulation-wrapped. This represents over $6.5 million in customer reimbursements, with a potential energy savings of 34 million KWH per year. EWEB has had 34 percent of its customers request energy audits since inception of the financing program. At Bonnevillels current funding level, it would take from five to seven years to weatherize all homes requesting it. Even with the sale of weatherization bonds, it will take two years to weatherize those on the waiting list. Even though we are in an energy surplus stage, lower costs realized by weatherization can be passed on to EWEBls customers. EWEB will continue to work with the council to ensure commit- ment to energy conservation. Mr. Page listed three options on the ordinance for council action, as: 1) enactment in 1985; 2) postponement; and 3) abolishment. He stated that the staff recommends adoption of option #2, postponement, because there is a sub- stantial amount of work to be done--75 to 80 percent of the population still needs weatherization. In response to Councilor Ball IS question on why postponement for two years was not recommended, Mr. Page said that the reason was that, .from all indications, the energy surplus would last for at least two years. While this was the major reason, availability of financing was also a factor. Mayor Keller asked for clarification on the backlog of 42 percent of the homes, and if this percent of customers would be served if the bond measure was passed. Mr. Northway responded that passing the bond measure would be a help to these customers. In response to Mayor Keller's second question, Mr. Northway felt that a five-year extension of the ordinance would help penetrate a broader segment of the community. Councilor Hansen asked that if, under the present program, there was any assist- ance for those who do not have an "all-electric" home. Mr. Page responded that it is estimated that there are 7,000 natural gas and oil customers and that there are 6-1/2 percent loan programs available to assist them weatherize. Mr. Gleason added that partial electric customers have been provided with water tank wraps by EWEB. MINUTES--Eugene City Council January 11, 1984 Page 6 . Councilor Wooten said that a postponement of this matter would not reflect a backing away from a commitment for weatherization. Regardless of energy supply, we are going to have to move forward with a successful program and develop other means to assist homeowners with weatherization for all types of heat. Councilor Schue underscored Councilor Wooten1s comments in commitment to this project. She added that a change in circumstances is causing postponement of the final date rather than a loss of interest in the project. Councilor Ball interjected that he was less than optimistic because 42 percent of the citizens, in a three-year period, have responded to the weatherization program, leaving 58 percent that have not. He hoped that council would not redesign the ordinance to accommodate the vagaries of the immediate situation. With that caution, he would support the delay. Councilor Schue responded to Councilor Ball that she disagreed with his inter- pretation of the statistics in that there are people who have weatherized on their own and some other circumstances that should be considered. Councilor Ball then said that the question to be raised in the priority of the ordinance is -- is it to put financing in place, or to make sure an ordinance is in place that requires weatherization. Mayor Keller agreed with Councilor Ball that priorities need to be considered, but that a 42-percent interest rate was significant in view of the minimum community support of the council and EWEB's objectives in the beginning. e CB 2711--An ordinance concerning weatherization standards for residential homes; amending Ordinance No. 18757; creating new review and effective dates; and declaring an emergency. Ms. Wooten moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the bill be read the second time by council bill number only, with unanimous consent of the council, and that enactment be considered at this time. Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously, 6:0. Council Bill 2711 was read the second time by council bill number only. Ms. Wooten moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the bill be approved and given final passage. all councilors present voting aye, the bill was declared passed (and became Ordinance No. 19213). VIII. FLOW-DEPENDENT RATE FOR RESIDENTIAL SEWER SERVICE (memo, background information distributed) City Manager Micheal Gleason introduced the agenda item. Bill Guenzler, Public Works Maintenance Engineer, presented the staff report. He said that the Metro- politan Wastewater Management Commission (MWMC), consultants, and staff have studied this issue since 1980, and have made maximum use of the data. There is a divergence of opinion on the flow-dependent concept being extended to residen- tial service users. Springfield City Council have informally concluded that the current flat rate should be used for residential customers. They will make a e MINUTES--Eugene City Council January 11, 1984 Page 7 formal decision at their council meeting on January 16. He stressed the import- ance of the same conclusion being reached by each city as it would be very ~ difficult to administer rates and customer billings without the same decision. Councilor Smith, a member of the Joint Agency Committee, concurred with Mr. Guenzler that further study on this issue would not generate new information. She continued that it has been a difficult topic of conversation for the study groups. The MWMC, unable to come up a decision, has referred the decision to both city councils. In trying to determine the most equitable system of assess- ing rates, the recommendation of the interagency committee was to try to move toward a flow-based rate system, but to retain the present flat-rate at this time, because of a recent rate increase. There is a feeling of those studying this issue that the plant needs to be put into operation so that a better idea of operating costs can be generated. The basic recommendation of the interagency committee is to retain present rates, to gather data as the plant goes into operation, and then to assess whether a flow-based rate system should be imple- mented after a year of operation. e Councilor Smith said that Mark Westling, a member of MWMC, who holds a different view than she does, and Camilla Pratt, a member of EWEB and chairperson of the task force, were present to answer questions. In closing, she said that her recommendation was to retain the present rate system, gather the data needed, and then make a determination, with a public hearing, at a later date. In response to Councilor Wooten's questions, Mr. Guenzler said that the revenues of the plant would likely remain the same regardless of using the flat-based or flow-rate system. While there was a very small potential for customers influenc- ing their rates through conservation efforts, he felt it would reflect a neglig- ible influence because most of the revenues now come from commercial and industrial customers whose rate will not be changed by this decision. He continued that the only flow-rate system he had observed was that of Cottage Grove which uses these rates during the winter months only. It does not appear to be more complicated for them. Regarding water conservation and revenues of the local utility, Mr. Guenzler said that he felt that less than one percent of the customers would be conservation-minded. In response to Councilor Holmer1s question, Mr. Westling responded that he felt that there was no limitation on the data used in the report, and that he strongly believed that the flow-based rate was the fairest and best method of handling sewer charges. More information at this point would not be useful. In response to Councilor Schue's question, Mr. Guenzler further explained why he did not feel that people would try to reduce their sewer consumption below the minimum 3,000 gallon level. The water meter is used to measure sewer usage, and winter usage statistics are used to set the customer's bill. It is a difficult process for customers to understand when to lower their bills during specific winter months, and they are not charged for excessive sewer usage during the summer months. Therefore, a conscious effort to conserve would be difficult to do. Mr. Gleason added that from his experience in four different utility systems, there is no calculable difference in consumption rates of residences, whereas commercial sewage flow can be reliably measured. Therefore, he felt that entitling this a flow-based system was somewhat inaccurate. The assumption that a water meter is an accurate way to distribute cost for the use of the tit sewer system to residential users was fallacious. MINUTES--Eugene City Council January 11, 1984 Page 8 . e In response to Councilor Hansen's question, Mr. Gleason said that he did not believe that there was any coefficient correlation between one's income level and consumption level. He continued that inability to pay should be dealt with on an "application basis" from monies that have been set aside in a special fund. Using a flow-based rate was not a feasible way to create more financial equi tabi 1 i ty. Councilor Wooten stated that she felt the ability-to-pay rate structure was the most desirable in terms of use. While it was not possible, in accordance with the Federal grant, to set up a sewer treatment assistance project for low-income people at this point, she therefore supported a flow-based rate system. She said she had a concern for equity for fixed-income people for whom a $60 a year savings could be meaningful. In addition, conservation may not have a signif- icant impact on the water revenues of adjoining utilities. She felt that the switch should be made to the flow-based system as soon as possible. Councilor Schue agreed with Councilor Wooten because she agreed in charging for use. While it may not be a perfect system, it is the best that can be worked out. She felt that this goal should be adopted now, with implementation to be negotiated. Councilor Smith commented that she concurred with Councilors Wooten and Schue on the idea of moving toward the flow-based rate. She hoped that there would be a year to measure performance before instituting the flow-based rates, with the expectation that flow-based would be instituted at that time. Because of the high degree of concern, she felt it was important to let the uti lities know of the possible intent to change systems. She felt it would be difficult to make the change immediately. Councilor Wooten responded that because the revenues are the same, the move to the change should be now. The difference is the means of revenue collection, and it fairer to collect the money on the best flow-rate system that can be put together now. It is difficult to initiate a new system. Therefore, it is better to start up the plant and this program now rather than to change it after operations have begun. Technical adjustments can be made at a later time after problems have been discovered. Councilor Hansen stated that while he was originally supportive of the flow-based system, he has seen nothing in the report that indicates a benefit for low-income people by this change. "We do not know what the repercussions will be," he said. Therefore, he was not ready to support the flow-based system. Councilor Holmer did not want to move prematurely to a flow-based system, but yet he felt that billing could be rearranged in an orderly process; therefore, rates based on usage made more sense than the present method. He felt that an unfair system should not be in operation for another year. Councilor Ball agreed with Mr. Gleason on inaccuracies of the flow-based system, but said it appears to be more accurate that the present system charging every user the same fee. Until there was a more accurate method, he would support the flow-based method. He spoke to Mr. Hansen's comments in that this new system was not going to be based on ability to pay, but rather was an effort to design a more equitable system. He said that we should move ahead as quickly as possible in implementing the change, because the Council felt strongly about ~ the rate change a year ago, and the project was behind schedule. MINUTES--Eugene City Council January 11, 1984 Page 9 - e - In stating his position on the issue, Mayor Keller said he was comfortable that either program might work based upon the idea that there is one jurisdiction prepared to support one program, with the option of a one year review of opera- tions. The fact that Springfield took a positive position has a bearing on his position, and he was prepared to work out a program to present to the citizens. He said he therefore supported Councilor Smith's position. He did not wish to comment on charges as it appeared to be a "political issue." Mr. Gleason clarified how one user subsidizing another was not an accurate depiction because of the variance in consumption between water use and the allocation of cost. Fixed cost is not rationally allocated nor equitably allocated on a variable system. At a residential level the major distribution is fixed cost, which is a fixed fee distribution. It is not a variable system, rather a fixed system, using a different method to do it. The cost of implement- ing this could be substantial because of coordination of consumption and billings among three water purveyors. In addition, there could be increased litigation regarding use. Camilla Pratt then stated that the unanimous opinion of the interagency review committee was that it would be appropriate to make a major rate change only after a cost-of-service analysis had been done. This could not be done until there was a year of operating experience. The committee also believes that when there is a change in rates, it may be perceived as a rate increase. Rates were raised recently, and therefore, this fact could increase the "injury." She hoped that proceeding would be done with a basis of fact to avoid legal action. In response to Councilor Schuels question, Councilor Smith said that the cost- of-service analysis following a year of operation should have been more clearly highlighted per the background material. It is still appropriate that this procedure take place. No one on either the task force or commission have suggested eliminating the whole flow-based rate system, but rather, if it is implemented, there should be certainty that it is the proper system, after additional analysis. Councilor Schue responded that staff said more data would not be helpful on flow-based rates, but that since this is a different way to bring in the same revenues, she questioned what more could be learned that would change the goals of this project. Mr. Gleason explained that the legal way to distribute utility costs is through cost-of-service analysis. The costs attributed to a particular consumer would need to examined, and a determination made of the appropriate allocation of costs. Each consumer, commercial, industrial, and residential, would have a different use of "mix of the plant." For example, industrial users would have a different ratio and component costs than a residential user because of content and discharge levels. The law requires an analysis and distribution based upon empirical studies. If the flow-based system is implemented, staff will need to receive instructions to do a cost-of-service analysis to determine cost distri- bution. Councilor Smith added that a more accurate cost of operation will be available after a year's operation; therefore changes would be more appropriate because of the data at that time. MINUTES--Eugene City Council January 11, 1984 Page 10 e Councilor Hansen voiced that he believed there was a concern about ability to pay, but he believed a flat charge would have a lesser negative effect on those with financial difficulties. Until he could see that flow-based was a better method, he would not be inclined to change his opinion. Councilor Wooten said that she believed that the flow-based system was a method to pay for usage versus ability-to-pay system, and therefore a more equitable system. In addition, she believed that a change after a cost analysis could be handled through the rate structures, regardless of either system. Ms. Wooten moved, seconded by Ms. Schue, that a change be made to the flow-dependent residential rate, and that staff return at the next scheduled meeting with a process for change. In response to Councilor Holmerls question, Mr. Guenzler agreed that depend- able data may not be available for some time because of the transition period. Completion of a full cost-of-service analysis could extend a few years out. He believed that current rates were defensible. How residential collections were imposed was a matter of policy choice. Taking the flow-based course now would be a step towards capturing data and presenting a defensible case for the future. Councilor Smith spoke in opposition to the motion, and encouraged the council to maintain the present rate structure with a review a year after operation. Roll call vote; the motion passed 4:2; Councilors Holmer, Schue, Ball and Wooten voting aye; and Councilors Smith and Hansen voting nay. e Mayor Keller left the meeting at 1:30 p.m. and turned the chair over to Councilor Wooten. IX. RESOLUTION CONCERNING MUSIC EDUCATORS CONFERENCE (memo, resolution distributed) City Manager Micheal Gleason introduced the agenda item. Morette Rider, from the University of Oregon Music Department, explained the significance of the upcoming World Conference of the International Society for Music Education scheduled for July 8-14, 1984. This conference has not been in the United States for 18 years, and has not been hosted by an American University. There will be a major impact to the city in that 3,000 delegates are expected from 60 nations. Reservations have been made for 1,700 hotel rooms and other convention facilities. There will be speakers, workshops, demonstrations, and performing groups. The Chamber of Commerce estimates that 1.6 million new dollars will enter Eugene's economy as a result. While the thrust of this conference is educational, it also will have a cultural and recreational impact in the Eugene-Springfield area. Many of the musical performances of the groups will be open to the general public. Res. No. 3824--A resolution concerning the World Conference for Music Education. - Mr. Holmer moved, seconded by Ms. Smith to adopt the resolution. Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously, 6:0. MINUTES--Eugene City Council January 11, 1984 Page 11 e e e X. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (memo distributed) City Manager Micheal Gleason introduced the agenda item. Doug Eveleth, Business Assistance Team, gave the staff report, explaining the Economic Development District (EDD) concept. Designation of Lane County as a member of the existing EDD, that includes Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties, would enable planning grant funds and favorable grant ratio monies to come into the area. The District 4 Council of Government administers the EDO. A letter signed by the Mayor approving the concept of Lane County being a part of the EDD will be transmitted to the Economic Development Administration officials for their approval. He explained the benefits of belonging to the EDD in that about $1.7 million in grant funds has been disbursed to the existing EDD members. George Kloeppel, Director of Lane Council of Governments, offered to answer any questions. Ms. Schue moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to approve a letter from Mayor Keller to the Lane Council of Governments in support of Lane County being included in the Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Economic Development District. Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously, 6:0. XI. UPDATE ON DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE CENTER (memo, background information distributed) City Manager Micheal Gleason suggested holding over the update on the Development Assistance Center until the next council meeting. He encouraged those Councilors who had time to tour the center after the meeting to do so. Individual tours could also be arranged in the future. Councilor Hansen said that he had received many positive comments about the center. The meeting was adjourned at 1:40 p.m. to January 18, 1984. Respectfully submitted, ~. ..... ../' _~'Lt;~/ - ,; Y' ...~'-;P;.r/ /t2: "'.v ~~<~t.,;.A.oy.0C:V~ ... v~... /' ' / - -~ .... Micheal D. Gleason City Manager (Recorded by Sybil Peters) SP:sp/CM7bI8 MINUTES--Eugene City Council January 11, 1984 Page 12