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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/13/1991 Meeting (2) e e e M I NUT E S Eugene City Council Council Chamber--Eugene City Hall May 13, 1991 7:30 p.m. COUNCILORS PRESENT: Shawn Boles, Ruth Bascom, Debra Ehrman, Bobby Green, Randy MacDonald, Paul Nicholson, Kaye Robinette. COUNCILORS ABSENT: Roger Rutan. The adjourned meeting of May 8, 1991, of the Eugene City Council was called to order by His Honor Mayor Jeff Miller. I. PUBLIC FORUM Members of the Cascade Chorus serenaded the council and announced that, in recognition of Mayas Harmony Month, there would be a celebration at the Hult Center on May 18. II. CONSENT CALENDAR: AMENDMENTS TO METROPOLITAN WASTEWATER COMMISSION AGREEMENT Mr. Boles moved, seconded by Ms. Ehrman, to amend the Metro- politan Wastewater Commission Intergovernmental Agreement regarding sewer service in Eugene and Springfield, which will allow extension of sewer service to the River Road and Santa Clara areas. Roll call vote; the motion carried unanimously, 7:0. III. SECOND READING: ORDINANCE CONCERNING TCI CABlEVISION, INC. City Manager Mike Gleason introduced the topic and said that Randy Kolb, Information Services Director, was present to answer questions. CB 4300--An ordinance granting to TCI Cablevision of Oregon, Inc., a renewal of its non-exclusive franchise for the operation of a cable communications system only. Mr. Boles moved, seconded by Ms. Ehrman, that the bill, with unanimous consent of the council, be read the second time by council bill number only, and that enactment be considered at this time. MINUTES--Eugene City Council May 13, 1991 Page 1 e Ms. Ehrman noted that she continues to receive comments from citizens who are concerned with lack of control over cable programming and said that she has encouraged citizens to communicate these concerns to TCI directly. Mr. MacDonald said he has also received citizen complaints with respect to programming and noted that he continues to be frustrated with the inability of local government to influence programming and rate setting. He stated that he has received approximately 100 signatures from citizens who are con- cerned with the loss of cable access to the San Francisco Giant games. Citi- zens have also expressed concern that the customer survey mechanism put out by TCI is ineffective. He is concerned with the length of the franchise and the near-compulsory extension. Mr. MacDonald said that the council should send the franchise proposal back to the Metropolitan Policy Committee (MPC) for further negotiation. Responding to a question from Mr. Boles, Mr. Kolb said that in provisions specified in the 1984 Cable Act, if the City chooses not to accept the nego- tiated contract, TCI would be permitted to operate under the existing fran- chise agreement with an automatic franchise extension. ' Mr. Boles said that because he believes that the proposed franchise agreement is superior to the existing agreement, he would be supporting the motion. He suggested that the council flag the issue of lack of local control over pro- gramming for the Intergovernmental Relations Department (IGR) to discuss during its next trip to Washington DC. 4It Ms. Bascom said that she shares Mr. MacDonald's concerns with respect to the proposed franchise agreement, but noted that until Federal legislation is changed, local government has little control over programming issues. e Mayor Miller pointed out that this is a non-exclusive franchise agreement. If it were cost-effective for another company to compete with TCI for local cable programming, they could do so. Mr. Nicholson said that he would be opposing the contract in objection to the City's lack of real control over the whole negotiation process. Mr. Green said that while he would like to see more culturally diverse pro- gramming, he feels that TCI has been responsive to community input; he would be voting in favor of the motion. Roll call vote; the motion carried unanimously, 7:0. Council Bill 4300 was read the second time by number only. Mr. Boles moved, seconded by Ms. Ehrman, that the bill be approved and given final passage. Roll call vote; in a 5:2 vote with councilors Boles, Ehrman, Green, Bascom, and MINUTES--Eugene City Council May 13, 1991 Page 2 e e e Robinette voting in favor, and councilors MacDonald and Nicholson voting against, the bill was declared passed (and became Ordinance 19775). IV. ORDINANCE: METROPOLITAN AREA GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENTS REGARDING BLUE WATER BOATS City Manager Mike Gleason introduced the topic and said staff was available to answer questions. CB 4305--An ordinance amending the Eugene-Springfield Metro- politan Area General Plan to enlarge the urban growth boundary of the City of Springfield by adding Tax lots 401, 402, 403, and 405--Assessor's Map 17-02-8; applying new land use designations to the property; amending the text of the plan; and adopting a savings and severability clause. Mr. Boles moved, seconded by Ms. Ehrman, that the bill, with unanimous consent of the council, be read the second time by council bill number only, and that enactment be considered at this time. Mr. MacDonald recognized that the Blue Water Boats expansion would make a significant economic impact on Springfield, but said that he would be voting against the proposal because of the negative impact on natural resource val- ues in the surrounding area. He also said that the limited nature of boat testing would not justify expanding the urban growth boundary. Ms. Ehrman said that she would be voting against the proposal because the applicant has not justified the need for an urban growth boundary expansion. She also noted that there are no assurances that Blue Water Boats would re- main on that site and pointed out that once the zoning designation was changed, it would be difficult to change. Ms. Bascom voiced support for the proposal and noted that the three planning commissions, the Springfield City Council, and the lane County Board of Com- missioners had already approved the plan. Mr. Nicholson noted that he has had an ex parte contact with Eugene Planning Commissioner Ken Tollenaar over issues already contained in the record. He echoed Mr. MacDonald's concerns. Mr. Boles said that he has had an ex parte contact with Eugene Planning Com- missioner Greg Evans; the conversation would not affect his ability to make an impartial decision. He agreed with Ms. Ehrman that the applicant has failed to justify the need for an urban growth boundary expansion and indi- cated that there was adequate industrial land within the urban growth bounda- ry when the applicant purchased this land. MINUTES--Eugene City Council May 13, 1991 Page 3 e e e Mr. Robinette offered his support for the motion and indicated that the Plan- ning Commission, whose job it is to advise the council on land use issues, has approved the proposal. Mayor Miller said that he believes Blue Water Boats has demonstrated the economic benefits that would be gained in the community from plant expansion. He noted that it appears that the vote would be 4:3, denying the request, but said that he believes that Councilor Rutan, if present, would vote in favor of the motion. He asked the council to delay final action on this issue until Mr. Rutan could be present. Responding to a request for process clarification, Tim Sercombe, City Attor- ney's Office, said that the council must take action on the ordinance within 30 days of the pubic hearing. If the motion is defeated, the ordinance would go back to MPC for dispute resolution. In order to formalize an ordinance denial, the council would need to adopt denial findings. If denial findings are made prior to MPC action and MPC fails to return with a different propos- al, the denial could stand. Mr. Gleason said that council ground rules have traditionally allowed an item to be held over at the request of a councilor. Also, any two councilors can request that an issue be postponed to the following meeting. Ms. Ehrman noted that Councilor Rutan did not request that this item be held over. The council policy which allows two councilors to request that an issue be held over should not apply in this case, because the councilors did not make such a request before the full council had shown its position on the issue. Ms. Bascom warned the council that voting to deny a request on land for which Springfield has jurisdiction would likely cause tension across the jurisdic- tions. Also, she believes that if Councilor Rutan had been aware that the proposal would be denied, he would have asked that the issue be held over. Mr. MacDonald acknowledged that some tension might be created by denying the request, but emphasized that Metro Plan boundaries are jointly agreed upon. Mr. Green moved, seconded by Mr. Boles, to call the question. The motion carried 5:2; with councilors Green, Boles, Ehrman, MacDonald, and Nicholson in favor, and councilors Bascom and Robinette opposed. Roll call vote; lacking unanimous approval, the motion failed 5:2, with councilors Boles, Ehrman, Green, MacDonald, and Nicholson voting in favor, and councilors Bascom and Robinette voting opposed. Responding to a request for process clarification, Bill Gary, City Attorney's Office, indicated that to deny the motion means to deny each portion of the motion separately. Unless the vote is reversed, the council cannot vote on MINUTES--Eugene City Council May 13, 1991 Page 4 e the issue until Council Bill 4305 has been read in full and enactment cannot be considered at this time. Mr. Green said that it would be unfair to the applicant to delay a decision on the issue. After viewing the site in question, he said that he believes that the property would be better used by Blue Water Boats and would support a Metro Plan amendment. Ms. Ehrman moved, seconded by Mr. Boles, to reconsider the motion. Ms. Bascom said that she is confident that this issue will come back to the council after it is heard by MPC. Mr. MacDonald said he does not believe that it would be out of order for two councilors to request that this item be held over until a later meeting. He said that council ground rules and procedures should be a topic of discussion at the next quarterly process session. The motion to reconsider carried unanimously, 7:0. The motion on the first reading carried unanimously, 7:0. e Council Bill 4305 was read the second time by number only. Mr. Boles moved, seconded by Ms. Ehrman, that the bill be approved and given final passage. Roll call vote; in a 3:4 decision the bill failed, with councilors Bascom, Robinette, and Green voting in favor, and councilors Boles, Ehrman, MacDonald, and Nicholson voting opposed. V. ORDINANCE: METROPOLITAN AREA GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENTS REGARDING GOOD NEIGHBOR CARE CENTERS, INC. City Manager Mike Gleason introduced the topic and said that staff was avail- able to answer questions. CB 4306--An ordinance amending the Eugene-Springfield Metro- politan Area General Plan to redesignate property identified as Assessor's Map 17-02-3 1, Tax lots 300 and 700, from light-medium and heavy industrial land use to a combination of medium-density residential, light-medium industrial and commercial land uses; and adopting a savings and severability clause. Mr. Boles moved, seconded by Ms. Ehrman, that the bill, with unanimous consent of the council, be read the second time by council bill number only, and that enactment be considered at this time. Roll call vote; the motion carried unanimously, 7:0. - MINUTES--Eugene City Council May 13, 1991 Page 5 ~ Council Bill 4306 was read the second time by number only. Mr. Boles moved, seconded by Ms. Ehrman, that the bill be approved and given final passage. e - Ms. Ehrman said that while she would like to support the proposed change, the applicant has not justified the need to change the land-use designation. She stated that there are no guarantees that the plan would succeed, but once the decision to redesignate the land has been made, it could not easily be changed. She also noted that there is currently a shortage of large parcels of industrial land which are in single ownership. Ms. Bascom said she is opposed to the amendment, noting that the proposed site would not be a desirable location for housing. Mr. Boles said that because the property in question lies within the urban growth boundary this issue is different from the last issue. He offered his support for the motion because he feels that the applicant has made a compel- ling case for the rational reutilization of the property, particularly in light of the fact that it has been vacant for some time. Mr. Robinette said that the Planning Commission's denial of the request should be upheld. Mr. MacDonald commented on the financial barriers that exist with respect to the construction of affordable housing. He said that he recognizes the need for affordable housing in the community, and would support the proposal. Mr. Nicholson said that in changing the land-use designation, the council would be subsidizing the project by making this land more valuable. He said he shares Ms. Ehrman's concerns that the success of the project cannot be guaranteed. Responding to a question from Mr. Nicholson, Mr. Sercombe said that similar to the process that was followed with the Riverfront Research Park, it would be possible to create a special land-use category that describes the particu- lar uses that would be allowed on this site, changing the text and diagram of the Metro Plan to accommodate that change. Also, the applicant could limit the use of the land by agreeing to place a deed restriction upon its use. Such a process could be the result of an MPC negotiation process. Mr. Gleason noted that the Riverfront Research Park development has an asso- ciated master plan. He said that it would not be practical for the City to develop a complete master plan to accommodate the development. Roll call vote; in a 3:4 decision, the bill failed, with coun- cilors Boles, MacDonald, and Nicholson voting in favor and councilors Bascom, Robinette, Green, and Ehrman voting op- posed. MINUTES--Eugene City Council May 13, 1991 Page 6 e Mr. MacDonald suggested that MPC negotiations consider additional buffering of the property, developer commitments regarding commercial zoning, and fur- ther study of issues surrounding the chemical plant located to the west of the site. Ms. Ehrman asked that MPC also discuss the school district's ability to meet the demands of additional capacity should the development be approved. Mayor Miller suggested that MPC discussions also consider additional buffer- ing from the chemical plant and explore whether additional moderate-income housing should be provided. Mr. Gleason said that all three jurisdictions should reevaluate the decision to simplify the Metro Plan amendment process by hearing site-specific plan amendments. The jurisdictions should consider the damage which is being done to the comprehensive nature of the plan in going through such a process. Responding to a question, Mr. Gleason said that before the process was re- vised, plan amendments were only entertained during specific update periods. A joint body reviewed the proposals and rejected those they did not support, providing a more extensive review process for proposals which were denied. Mr. MacDonald suggested that whenever a jurisdiction is co-applicant to a Metro Plan change, staff from that jurisdiction not be permitted to make the presentation. e Ms. Ehrman said that MPC has discussed the awkward nature of the Metro Plan amendment process. Some procedural changes have been suggested for joint elected officials meetings in the future, in particular it has been suggested that all bodies be present for the deliberation of the issue, even when they cannot take final action on an issue. Mr. Boles said that he hoped that MPC will return to the council with sugges- tions about how it can get back on track with respect to General Plan up- dates. VI. PUBLIC HEARING: ORDINANCE AND METHODOLOGY REGARDING SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT CHARGES City Manager Mike Gleason introduced the topic. les lyle, Public Works De- partment, gave a brief staff presentation. He said that since the April 26 work session on Systems Developement Charges (SDCs), staff has conducted a public information session to receive feedback on the proposed ordinance. Approximately 10 persons attended the meeting. A document which outlines the methodology that will be used to calculate SDCs has been included in the agenda packet along with final modifications to the ordinance. Mr. Lyle said that language regarding equivalent street and storm sewer assessments has also been included to cover situations in which a developer wishes to build off-site improvements. In that case, the full cost of the improvements would be credited up to the full cost of the SDC. e MINUTES--Eugene City Council May 13, 1991 Page 7 ~ Mayor Miller opened the public hearing. Jim Saul, 2780 Illinois Street, identified himself as a member of the SDC Task Force and spoke in favor of the proposed ordinance. He commented on the complicated nature of this issue and thanked the council for involving the community in a task force review. He noted that the draft ordinance reflects task force consensus and urged the council to approve the proposal. Mr. Saul also commented on the high-quality staff work that was involved throughout this issue. Sue Prichard, 2671 Emerald Street, identified herself as a commercial real estate broker and spoke in favor of the ordinance. She echoed Mr. Saul's comments with respect to the quality of the staff work involved. She said she is confident that the methodology used to calculate SDC charges is fair and appropriate for the commercial brokerage community and described this as a perfect example of how a community task force can work in everybody's fa- vor. e Bob Tate, 3130 Willakenzie Drive, noted that he served on the task force as a representative of the Home Builders Association and spoke in favor of the ordinance. He said that the task force represented a broad range of perspec- tives in the community and expressed appreciation for the opportunity to become involved in the process at the beginning. He said that the Home Builders Association fully supports the proposal that has been established. Douglas Moorehead, 1460 Flintridge Drive, testified against the proposal. He expressed his frustration with the process that was followed to create the proposal and noted that the procedural methodology that will be used to cal- culate SDCs is confusing. He noted that as a developer, the recommended rate increases will result in SDC increases greater than 100 percent for his project. Regarding the criterion that SDCs be equivalent with other communi- ties in the state, Mr. Moorehead emphasized that Eugene is economically dif- ferent from Portland and said that local developers cannot afford to compete under the same SDC rates. He urged denial of the proposal. Mayor Miller indicated that a letter in support of the ordinance was received from the Chamber of Commerce. There being no additional requests to speak, the public hearing was closed. CB 4307--An ordinance regarding systems development charges; amending Sections 7.010 and 7.065 of the Eugene Code, 1971; adding Sections 7.407 and 7.700 through 7.740 to that code; repealing Sections 7.275 through 7.285, 7.245 and subparagraph 7.174(2){b)5d of that code; and declaring an emergency. Mr. Boles moved, seconded by Ms. Ehrman, that the bill, with unanimous consent of the council, be read the second time by council bill number only, and that enactment be considered at e MINUTES--Eugene City Council May 13, 1991 Page 8 e this time. Roll call vote; the motion carried unanimously, 7:0. Mr. Green echoed comments made by members of the SDC Task Force on the bene- ficial process that was followed. Mr. Boles thanked task force members for their willingness to participate and said that staff on the task force set a high standard for public service. Mr. MacDonald acknowledged that development costs in this community will increase as a result of the revised methodology, but said that communities have to discover new ways to support the costs of growth, particularly after the passage of Ballot Measure 5. Roll call vote; the motion carried unanimously, 7:0. Council Bill 4307 was read the second time by number only. Mr. Boles moved, seconded by Ms. Ehrman, that the bill be approved and given final passage. Roll call vote; with all councilors present voting aye, the bill was declared passed (and became Ordinance 19773). The council took a five-minute break at 9:20 p.m. Councilor Ehrman left at that time. e VII. PUBLIC HEARING: ORDINANCE CONCERNING APPEALS OF TRAFFIC-RELATED ADMINISTRATIVE DECISIONS City Manager Mike Gleason introduced the topic. Brant Williams, Public Works Transportation, gave a brief staff report. He said that the proposed ordi- nance addresses three amendments to the City Code: 1) it establishes a hear- ings official for the appeals process for administrative decisions of traf- fic-relate matters; 2) defines additional traffic-related matters as adminis- trative duties; and 3) provides additional criteria to be used in making administrative decisions for traffic-related matters. Mr. Williams indicated that the proposed process is consistent with other appeals processes for administrative decisions, and said that the process would provide a more timely and responsive process to address citizen concerns. Also, it will improve decision-making consistency and be more objective. Mr. MacDonald questioned why it is assumed that a hearings official decision would be more factual and objective. Mr. Gleason responded that because hearings officials are not elected to represent a particular constituency, they can avoid the political nature of many decisions. Responding to a question from Mr. Boles, Mr. Williams said that the costs associated with a hearings official would be borne by the Road Fund. e MINUTES--Eugene City Council May 13, 1991 Page 9 e Mr. Boles asked what impact the repeal of Resolution 2414 regarding the traf- fic diverter policy would have on citizens. In response, Mr. Williams said that the process would not be different for citizens. The responsibility for developing gUidelines and procedures regarding traffic diverters will now rest with the City Manger. The final decision on this issue would be made by the Hearings Official. Mayor Miller opened the public hearing. There being no requests to speak, the public hearing was closed. Mr. MacDonald asked that the council hold a work session on this issue before taking final action. The council agreed. VIII. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A SANITARY SEWER SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT FUND, A STORM SEWER SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT FUND, A TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT FUND, AND A PARKS SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT FUND City Manager Mike Gleason introduced the topic and indicated that David Biedermann, Finance Division, was available to answer questions. Res. No. 4242--A resolution establishing a Sanitary Sewer Systems Development Fund. Res. No. 4243--A resolution establishing a Storm Sewer Systems Development Fund. e Res. No. 4244--A resolution establishing a Transportation Systems Development Fund. Res. No. 4245--A resolution establishing a Parks Sewer Systems Development Fund. Mr. Boles moved, seconded by Ms. Bascom, to adopt the resolu- tion. Roll call vote. The motion carried unanimously, 6:0. IX. APPROVAL OF INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE MINUTES City Manager Mike Gleason introduced the topic. Mr. Boles moved, seconded by Ms. Bascom, to approve the ac- tions taken by the Intergovernmental Relations Committee in meetings of April 22 and May 8, 1991, as reflected in the minutes. Mr. Nicholson asked for clarification of HB3128 and HB3222, which appear in the April 22 minutes. Mr. Gary clarified that the committee agreed with staff to adopt a priority 1 opposition to HB3128 (administrative decisions subject to referral), which would mandate that a number of decisions which are currently administrative in nature be subject to the initiative and ref- e MINUTES--Eugene City Council May 13, 1991 Page 10 e e e erendum process. He noted that following such a procedure would be burden- some to the public process and to local government work load. Mr. Gary clarified that HB3222 (prohibits some settlements) prohibits confi- dentiality settlements and agreements under the Tort Claims Act, such as a minor negligence claim. Mr. Gary said that he supports the recommendation that the City not enter into confidential settlements. Responding to a question from Mr. Boles regarding SBI00l (special fund for economic development loans and grants) discussed in the April 22 minutes, Glen Potter, IGR, said that staff felt this bill would create burdensome administrative procedures for the City. He added that Lane County officials have indicated their willingness to support an amendment to the bill deleting cities from its provisions. Referring to the minutes of April 22, 1991, Mr. Boles asked that HB2773 and HB3533 be brought back for further discussion. Mr. Nicholson also requested that HB3287 and HB3222 be brought back for further discussion. I The council agreed by consensus that approval of the bills above would be withdrawn from the motion. Roll call vote; the motion carried unanimously, 7:0. X. CONSIDERATION OF CITY POSITIONS ON STATE lEGISLATION City Manager Mike Gleason introduced the topic. Glen Potter, Intergovernmen- tal Relations Division, gave the staff report. He pointed out that as re- quested by the council, the agenda packet contains a staff memo providing additional information on certain State Legislation. Staff recommendations have been included in the memo. Mr. Boles moved, seconded by Ms. Bascom, to approve of priori- ty 1 support for Senate Bills 738, 739, 1082, and 692, and priority 2 support for House Bills 2743, 3439, 3418. Roll call vote; the motion carried unanimously, 7:0. Mr. Boles suggested that IGR minutes be considered at Wednesday work ses- sions. XI. ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING CONDEMNATION PROCEEDINGS FOR RIGHTS-Of-WAY ACQUISITION FOR RIVER ROAD SANITARY SEWERS IN BASINS D, E, AND F City Manager Mike Gleason introduced the topic. les Lyle, Public Works De- partment, gave a brief staff report. He indicated that the City plans to negotiate with all property owners where easements are needed and emphasized that condemnation proceedings would only be used as a last resort. Mr. Nicholson indicated that he is concerned with the City undertaking prop- erty condemnation. MINUTES--Eugene City Council May 13, 1991 Page 11 e Responding to a question from Mr. Nicholson, Mr. Lyle said that the City would have great difficulty constructing sanitary sewers in these basins without these easements; if it were possible to reroute sewers, it would be extremely costly to reroute sewers. . Mr. Gary said that some tax benefits are given to property owners whose prop- erty is acquired under threat of condemnation. The resolution enables prop- erty owners to derive the benefit of condemnation without having to go through the proceeding. In addition, Mr. Gleason said that once the City has determined that it needs a right-of-way, it is compelled by statute to pro- ceed with that action. Mr. Boles asked that the benefits of condemnation to the property owners be specifically outlined and that it be specified to which jurisdictions the costs of those benefits are incurred. CB 4309--An ordinance authorizing the institution of proceed- ings in eminent domain for the acquisition by condem- nation of property interests in River Road basins 0, E, and F for the purposes of construction of sewer improvements; and declaring an emergency. e Mr. Boles moved, seconded by Ms. Bascom, that the bill, with unanimous consent of the council, be read the second time by council bill number only, and that enactment be considered at this time. Roll call vote; the motion carried unanimously, 6:0. Council Bill 4309 was read the second time by number only. Mr. Boles moved, seconded by Ms. Bascom, that the bill be approved and given final passage. Roll call vote; all coun- cilors present voting aye, the bill was declared passed (and became Ordinance 19774). XII. APPROVAL OF MINUTES, FINDINGS, AND RECOMMENDATION OF HEARINGS OFFICIAL AND ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION FORMING A LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT FOR SANITARY SEWERS IN THE RIVER ROAD AREA FOR BASINS D, E, AND F City Manager Mike Gleason introduced the topic and indicated that les lyle was available to answer questions. Mr. Boles moved, seconded by Ms. Bascom, to approve the Hear- ings Official's minutes, findings, and recommendations for sanitary sewers in the River Road area for Basins 0, E, and F. Responding to questions from Mr. Green, Mr. lyle said that the City has the authority through the Boundary Commission to extend facilities into that area extraterritorially. The remonstrance petition reflects eight percent of e MINUTES--Eugene City Council May 13, 1991 Page 12 e property owners within Basins 0, E, and F who object to the installation of sewers. Roll call vote; the motion carried unanimously, 6:0. Res. No. 4246--A resolution initiating and ordering establish- ment of a local improvement district for sani- tary sewers in the River Road area for Basin D, Basin E, and Basin F. Mr. Boles moved, seconded by Ms. Bascom, to adopt the resolu- tion. Mr. MacDonald said that he is sympathetic to the frustration and financial burden experienced by property owners in the River Road area who are being required to connect to sewers, but noted that there are health and safety reasons supporting that decision. Mr. Boles pointed out that the City has instituted several mechanisms for property owners who suffer an economic hardship that allows the public to bear some of the burden. He encouraged affected property owners to take advantage of these mechanisms. The meeting adjourned at 10 p.m. Respectfully submitted, e ~~~'.~J Micheal Gleason City Manager (Recorded by Traci Northman) mncc 051390-730 e MINUTES--Eugene City Council May 13, 1991 Page 13