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M I NUT E S
EUGENE CITY COUNCIL
February 10, 1975
Regular meeting of the Common Council of the city of Eugene, Oregon was called to order
by His Honor Mayor Lester E. Anderson at 7:30 p.m. on February 10, 1975 in the Council
Chamber. The following Council members were present: Neil Murray, Gus Keller, Raymond
Bradley, D. W. Hamel, Eric Haws, and Edna Shirey. Wickes Beal and Tom Williams were
absent.
Side II
(0001) I - Public Hearings
A. Rezoning Greenacres Road/Delta Highway property - From RA and C-2 to various
neighborhood and community commercial, limited multiple family, and residential
professional, with Sign District designation of Integrated Neighborhood Shopping
on ortion of neighborhood commercial.
Recommended by the Planning Commission on December 17, 197. Council at its
meeting on January 27, 1975 held council bills which would affect the rezoning,
lacking unanimous consent for second reading, because of testimony that people
in the neighborhood had not been aware of the rezoning. It was decided at that
time the public hearing would be continued to this date.
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Public hearing was reopened.
Speaking in opposition to the rezoning were Walt Sands, 1121 Balboa; Thomas
Winbigler, 1140 Balboa; Noel Corliss, 1425 Acacia; Julie Vierling, 1570 Holly;
Bruce Taylor, 507 Ayres Road; Fred Haase, 1435 Holly; and Chuck Hale, 1995
Terressa Avenue. Mr. Sands said the Willakenzie neighborhood organization,
after presentation of the issue by Jim Saul, planner, supported denial of the
rezoning. He said the Eugene Sand & Gravel under the 1990 General Plan was
considered a temporary operation, however it was now being recognized as
permanent. He and Mr. Winbigler both felt the 1990 Plan was no longer relevant
to the way that area was developing. They thought the Plan should be restudied
and revised to make it more in harmony with the surrounding area, and a petition
to that effect was submitted. Mr. Corliss also supported that position. Ms.
Vierling noted that all property owners in the area had signed the petition
requesting plan revision. She added that the streets would not be capable of
handling the traffic that would be generated by the type of development proposed.
Mr. Taylor felt the proposal would be injurious to sound planning and thought
the text of the General Plan rather than the plan map should be the basis for
evaluation of the zoning for that area. He cited noise problems, traffic,
economic conditions, existing residential development as reasons for making the
proposed rezoning undesirable here as compared to other available properties.
He didn't think residential development should occur so close to industrial uses,
and he said there was no assurance commercial development as a buffer would
occur simultaneously with residential development. He thought there should be
reconsideration of creating a commercial center the size of the Oakway Mall in
a remote corner of the urban service area.
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Mayor Anderson, in order to avoid duplication, pointed out that testimony had
also been received at the January 27, 1975 meeting.
Mr. Haase felt there was no need for more commercial zoning in the area and
said there was no assurance traffic would not increase on Holly Street and Green-
acres Road. He felt the proposed density for the residential zoning was entirely
too high. H~ asked rejection of the rezoning, to avoid more commercial or
industrial uses in the are~.
If it was approved he wanted assurance in writing that access to the commercial
development would be along Belt Line rather than from Holly Street and that
there would pe a reduction in the housing density.
Mr. Hale felt aesthetics of the proppsal was the lowest priority. He preferred
to see the properties under consideration remain as open undeveloped land and
no necessarily as planned park areas. He was also disturbed that the wishes of
a single deve:loper could take precedence over an entire neighborhood.
Trygve Vik, 1675 Firland Boulevard, referred to the question of development
timing and said there was no way to determine when and which development would
occur until the rezoning was acted upon. Considering current economic conditions,
he said, it could be a while before any development occurred. He pointed out
the existing high density housing adjacent to Belt Line and noted that although
there had been no study with regard to' truck traffic there serving industries
to the west, it was relatively heavy compared to that occurring, generated by
the gravel company trucky, on Delta Highway. He said it had been a long, hard
process trying to get these properties to a point where some comprehensive
could be accomplished. He felt the proposal a good one and definitely in line
with the 199~ Plan. With r~gard to leaving it as open space, Mr. Vik said that
would promote scatteration. And the General Plan advocated prevention of that
by filling in and developing open spaces within the urban service area.
Mike Safley, Route 5, Box 1421, developer of abour 43 acres of the area under
consideration, noted that services were available for the property and develop-
ment as proposed would be in line with the 1990 Plan concept of containing
growth within the urban service boundary. He said there would be no problem
so far as traffic was concerned, either at the Belt Line interchange or on
Greenacres Road, because the number of trips per day at this time were far from
the designed capacity. The area would serve medium density housing, he said,
without routing traffic through residential streets. It was close to employment
centers, and mass ~ransit was available. He pointed out that the noise control
recommended from a study conducted by a private consulting firm had been
confirmed by the Department of Environmental Quality. With regard to public need,
Mr. Safley said petitions had been submitted signed by employes in Valley River
Center stating their need for low-cost housing near their work. He said One of
the stated primary community goals .encouraged development of low- and medium-
income housing and this area was very suitable for that type. Also, present
economic trends tend to escalate adversity for low- and medium-income people,
thereby presenting further need for this type housing. And it seemed to him
that this area because of its location, topography, available transportation was
without question the best suited for the particular type of housing most needed.
Public hearing was closed, there being no further testimony.
Manager read a letter dated February 3, 1975, received from John Alltucker,
Owner of EugeRe Sand & Gravel, concerned with residential development near that
operation. He favored the proposed commercial uses as outlined. Manager also
read a petition submitted by residents of the area living both inside and outside
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the city requesting denial of the rezoning and asking that the General Plan
be amended to provide for development more in harmony with the character of
the ,surrounding neighborhood. He,noted that zoning of the Eugene Sand &
Gravel property was not a city responsibility, that the property was in the
county, and amendment of the 1990 Plan, he said, required concurrence of
Springfield and Lane County as well as Eugene.
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Mr. Saul said that at the time the General Plan was adopted the existence of
the sand and gravel operation was recognized. He said that between the time
the original rezoning request from Mr. Safley was submitted and the development
of the present proposal, staff research with regard to possible reconsideration
of the 1990 Plan led to the conclusibn that such re-evaluation and possible
amendment would not be appropriate because the Eugene Sand & Gravel and other
industrial operations in that area were permanent. Because of that, options
were relatively limited for either residential or commercial development.
And extension of the industrial uses would create the same types of conflicts
alleged to exist. With regard to noise, Mr. Saul said that sound studies
indicated that leaving the area an open space would do little to reduce the
impact, whereas construction of buildings would lower the sound. For that
reason it was felt the commercial uses proposed between the sand and gravel
operation and residential development would result in acceptable noise levels
in the housing units. Planned unit development procedures were recommended
to assure installation of proper sound barriers. He called attention to 12
specific findings in staff notes showing where objectives of the General Plan
were met by this proposal over and above simply conforming to the Plan Diagram.
He said there was only one medium-density housing project in the area at this
time, others fall within the low-density range. Also, he noted that at no time
during hearings before the Commission and Council with regard to the rezoning
request originally presented by Mr. Safley was the need for medium-density
housing in this area contested.
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Manager added that in order to give access control to residential streets it
was proposed to add site review procedures to the property now zoned for'
commercial use, and planned unit development procedures to the property proposed
for commercial use across from the sand and gravel operation, thereby making
development subject to review by the planning Commission.
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Councilman Murray noted ex parte contact with Bruce Taylor consisting of limited
discussion with regard to limited procedural questions which Mr. Murray felt
did not prejudice his ability to participate in the issue. No other ex parte
contacts or reasons for conflict of interest were declared by council members.
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Councilman Keller wondered what kinds of problems could be anticipated if the
land was not developed in the manner proposed. He was not convinced it should
be left vacant, but he was concerned about leaving some open space. He asked
for further information with regard to the sound study. Mr. Saul explained the
sound readings taken at seven locations in the area by the acoustical engineers
and. the study based on accepted standards for measuring noise impact, the
standards used in determining the sound level at a distance across open space
as compared to the same distance with interposition of buildings. In areas
not already buffered by buildings, the sound study recommended erection of special
masonry walls as a barrier which would result in a marked attenuation of outdoor
noises. The study also recommended a number of ways that residential noises
could be masked. '-
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Councilman Murray referred to the statement that there was no need for commercial
d~velopment in that area which he felt .normally would merit consideration.
However, he called attention to commercial zones already in that area. He
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rec?gnizedthe existence of the sand and gravel operation by virtue of county
zoning and said that could not be ignored in making a decision on this propo-
sal; Also, problems would be encounter~d with designating the area as open ~
spaqe - lack of funds for acquisition and development as park lands, and weigh- ~
ing ,the need for parks in this area as opposed to other areas of the city.
Mr. Murray had reservations about the proposed commercial zoning if it was to be
large enough to accommodate a regional shopping center because he was against
further development of that kind in that area. He said that letting residen-
tial development occur as now zoned wouldn't seem to be any better than at a
slightly higher density given the concerns expressed about existing conditions.
With 'regard to amendment of the General Plan, Mr. Murray felt the outcome of a
Plan review would result in the same proposal for multiple and varied uses
presented at this time. He said it appeared there was demonstration of public
need in that corner of the city for some very mixed transitional uses, and the
package presented seemed to solve it in the most comprehensive way. He was not
completely comfortable with the proposed rezoning but given the need for addition-
al housing that this proposal speaks to, he said, he would be in favor of the
change recommended.
Councilman Haws said he didn't want to see the area developed entirely in
commercial uses, nor did he think all residential use would be proper. He
thought a compromise between the two was correct but he didn't know what that
would be and for that reason he would take the position against the rezoning
as proposed.
Councilwoman Shirey expressed concern for people living in such an area
unsuited for residential use because of the noise situation. She did favor
the commercial use proposed, but doubted that a "sense of community" feeling
would exist for people living in that environment. That feeling was not being
increased now, she said, because of the existing housing in an undesirable
place.
Councilman Bradley felt the proposed rezoning was premature - the commercial
study which might give indication whether more commercial uses were
desirable had not yet been adopted, the 1990 Plan did not designate this area
for commercial use based on the Willakenzie Plan which considered the Eugene
Sand & Gravel a temporary use. He thought phasing the proposed changes over
the next 10 to 15 years might be more appropriate. He moved that this request
be tabled and a General Plan review made for amendment as it would apply to this
area. There was no second.
Council Bill No. 712 - Rezoning to C-1 PD Tax Lots'1002, 1200, and. 1204
north of Greenacres Road east of Delta Highway,
read for the first time on January 27, 1975 and held, lacking unanimous
consent for second reading, was read the second time by council bill
nuffib~r only, there being no council m~mber present requesting that it
be read in full.
,Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller to adopt findings as set out in
Planning Commission staff notes and minutes of December 17, 1974, and
that the bill be approved and given final passage. Rollcall vote. Motion
carried, Council members Murray, Keller, Hamel, and Mayor Anderson voting
aye; pouncH members Bradley, Haws, and Shirey voting no, and the bill
was declared passed and numbered 17242.
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Council Bill No. 713 - Changing Sign District on Lots 1002, 1200, and 1204
north of Greenacres Road east of Delta Highway to
Integrated Neighborhood Shopping, read the first time
on January 27,1975 and held, lacking unanimous consent for second reading,
was read the second time by council bill number only, there being no council
member present requesting that it be read in full.
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller to adopt findings as set out in
Planning Commission staff notes and minutes of December 17, 1974, and that
the bill be approved and given final passage. Rollcall vote. Motion carried,
Council members Murray, Keller, Hamel, and Mayor Anderson voting aye; Council
members Bradley, Haws, and Shirey voting no, and the bill was declared passed
and numbered 17243.
Council Bill No. 714 - Rezoning to R-2-2.1 PD Limited Multiple Family Residential
(minimum lot 2100 square feet) Tax Lot 1300 north of
Greenacres Road east of Delta Highway, read the first
time on January 27, 1975 and held, lacking unanimous consent for second reading,
was read the second time by council bill number only, there being no Council
member present requesting that it be read in full.
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller to adopt findings as set out in
Planning Commission staff notes and minutes of December 17, 1974, and that
the bill be approved and given final passage. Rollcall vote. Motion carried,
Council members Murray, Keller, Hamel, and Mayor Anderson voting aye; Council
members Bradley, Haws, and Shirey voting no, and the bill was declared passed
and numbered 17244.
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Council Bill No. 715 - Rezoning to R-2 PD Tax Lots 1400 and 1500 n9rth of
Greenacres Road east of Delta Highway, read the first
time on January 27,1975 and held. lacking unanimous
cosent for second reading, was read the second time by council bill number
only, there being no council member present requesting that it be read in full.
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller to adopt findings as set out in Plan-
ning Commission staff notes and minutes of December 17, 1974, and that the
bill be approved and given final passage. Rollcall vote. Motion carried,
Council members Murray, Keller, Hamel, and Mayor Anderson voting aye;
Council members Bradley, Haws, and Shirey voting no, and the bill was de-
clared passed and numbered 17245.
Council Bill No. 716 - Rezoning To R-2-3.6 PD Limited Multiple Family Resi-
dential (minimum lot 3600 square feet) Tax Lot 1600
north of Greenacres Road east of Delta Highway, read
the first time on January 27, 1975 and held lacking unanimous consent for
second reading, was read the second time by council bill number only, there
being no council member present requesting that it be read in full.
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Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller to adopt findings as set out in
Planning Commission staff notes and minutes of December 17, 1974, and that
the bill be approved and given final passage Rollcall vote. Motion car-
ried, Council members Murray, Keller, Hamel, and Mayor Anderson voting aye;
Council members Bradley, Haws, and Shirey voting no, and the bill was de-
clared passed and numbered 17246.
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Council Bill No. 717 - Rezoning to C-2 SR Tax Lots 1202, 2000, and portion
2900 (17-03-18) and Tax Lots 1300, 1400, 1500, 1600
(17-03-18-41) ndrth of Belt Line Road east of Delta
Highway and south of Greenacres Road, read the first time on January 27,
1975 and held, lacking unanimous consent for second reading, was read the
second time by council bill number only, there being no council member
present requesting that it be read in full.
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Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller to adopt findings as set out in Plan-
ning Commission staff notes and minutes of December 17, 1974, and that the
bill be approved and given final passage. Rollcall vote. Motion carried,
Council members Murray, Keller, Hamel, and Mayor Anderson voting aye; Council
members Bradley, Haws, and Shirey voting no, and the bill was declared passed
and numbered 17247.
Council Bill No. 718 - Rezoning to RP-SR Tax Lot 1800 south of Greenacres Road
east of Delta Highway and north o:~ Eelt Line Road, read
the first time on January 27, 1975 and held, lacking
unanimous consent for second reading, was read the second time by council bill
number only, there being no council member present requesting that it be read
in full.
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Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller to adopt findings as set out in
Planning Commission staff notes and minutes of December 17, 1974, and that
the bill be approved and given final passage. Rollcall vote. Motion car-
ried, Council members Murray, Keller, Hamel, and Mayor Anderson voting aye;
Council members Bradley, Haws, and Shirey voting no, and the bill was declared ...
passed and numbered 17248. ~
Council Bill No. 719 - Rezoning to RP-SR Tax Lot 1007 no~th of Belt Line
Road east of Delta Highway and south of Greenacres
Road, read the first time on January 27, 1975 and
held, lacking unanimous consent for second reading, was read the second time
by council bill number only, there being no council members present request-
ing that it be read in full.
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller to adopt findings as set out in
Planning Commission staff notes and minutes of December 17, 1974, and that
the bill be approved and given final passage. Rollcall vote. Motion car-
ried, Council members Murray, Keller, Hamel, and Mayor Anderson voting aye;
Council members Bradley, Haws, and Shirey voting no, and the bill was de-
clared passed and numbered 17249.
In voting to break the tie on the above council bills,
Mayor Anderson said the plan as developed by staff was one
that would provide for development to a density which would
conform to the General Plan, and the area was within the urban
service boundary.
B. Code Amendments
1. Driveway and curb cut dimensions, locations, number per ownership
Recommended by the Planning Commission on Decmeber 16, 1974.
Public.hearingwas held with no testimony presented.
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Council Bill No. 726 - Amending City Code Sections 7.400, 7.405, 7.410,
7.420, and 7.430 regarding driveway and curb cuts
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was read by council bill number and title only, there being no Council
members present requesting that it be read in full.
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Councilman Keller asked whether this amendment would apply only to new
construction or whether it would create any hardship on established driveways.
Don Allen, public works director, answered that the major effect would apply
to new construction. However, the amendments would permit the traffic
engineer to close or change existing driveways presenting safety problems, working
with property owners in the process. He noted appeal procedure to the City
Manager and City Council was provided in the ordinance.
Councilman Murray expressed some reservations about the effect on residential
streets in established neighborhoods where the city would be in a position
to "tell an established homeowner he must do something new and different to
his driveway at his expense." Mr. Allen answered that the regulation was an
attempt to control commercial curb cuts, not those of private residences.
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller 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. Motion carried
unanimously and the bill was read the second time by council bill
number only.
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller that the bill be approved and
given final passage. Rollcall vote. All council members present voting
aye, the bill was declared passed and numbered 17250.
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2. Historic Preservation - Establishing H Historic District.
Manager reviewed process for developing the ordinance and its provisions.
Historic Preservation Ordinance - Copies of Planning ComnUssion January 7, 1975 official
report and nUnutes having to do with recommendation for adoption of an ordinance provid-
ing for preservation of historic buildings were previously distributed to Council members.
Draft of the ordinance itself was not yet available but was to be distributed prior to
consideration at the February 10 Council meeting.
Councilman Hurray explained that the Historic Preservation Committee had brought a pro-
posed ordinance to the Council after working with city staff, local citizens, and gaining
information from other cities having a similar ordinance. The Council referred the
ordinance to the Planning Commdssion where it was expected administrative and procedural
revisions could take place. Substantial revision of that nature did take place, he said.
However, the document to be presented nOl1l was basically the same as that referred by the
Council. Hr. Murray further explained the major effect of the ordinance would be to
create a new zoning district - H Historic District - wherein there would be some restraints
with regard to exterior alterations of structures deternUned to have historic value. There
would also be a public process for determining whether an owner should remove a building.
An historic review board would be created to provide assistance in terms of how sturctures
could be maintained. There would also be additional incentive for retaining older struc-
tures through allowing broader use than would normally be allOl1led under current zoning.
The ordinance would also provide that limited funds be made available for assisting in
exterior maintenance and repair.
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In response to Councilman Haws inquiry about Planning Commissioner Maxwell's concern
about financial assistance in the form of subsidization to property owners, Mr.Murray
said the commdttee felt that without some financial assi~tance the ordinance would be
ineffective. He said the only financial assistance anticipated would be for repairs
and exterior maintenance. Since the city attorney had given the opinion that general
tax funds could not ,be used ~or that purpose, the committee proposed that the historic
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review board created under the ordinance would have as one of its responsibilities
the provision of such funds. He suggested funding of this sort fell properly within
the provisions for allocation of room tax m::mies. There was also the possibility
that COlllllluni ty Development funds would be available. In addi tion, he said, there
were many different existing Federal grant programs available for assistance in his-
toric preservation besides the recent announcement that money accrued from lease of
Federal lands for energy development should be used for historic preservation.
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Mr. Murray pointed out that financial assistance was important because statistics
showed that more than a third of the buildings listed as having historic value in
national survey 40 years ago have been razed. He also noted that other cities had
recognized the need for financial assistance and that Congress had adopted legisla-
tion to .'protect buildings and sites of historic value. It was also felt important
to counterbalance the pressures making it financially beneficial to neglect or destroy
older buildings such as inappropriate zoning and related assessments, excessive Federal
depreciation allowances, expense of keeping older buildings true to their history, etc.
He urgea that the Council look at the ordinance as a whole and not as a "gift horse"
because" of limited funds available. The city was in the position of being the pur-
chaser of a product, he said, and of: making an appropriate and valid investment in
its past.
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller to schedule public hearing
on the ordinance at the February 10 Council meeting. Motion carried
unanimously.
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Public hearing was opened.
Alice Sachse, chairman of LCOG Arts Advisory Committee, commended the efforts
of Co~ncilman Murray and his committee in drafting the proposed ordinance.
She said it was long needed legislation, and that the Arts Advisory Committee
supported it.
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Joan Rich, 2050 Madison Street, asked whether the ground upon which a building
designated as an historic landmark was situated would also be subject to the
restrictions of the legislation. Mr. Saul eXplained that restrictions on a
site having an historic building would be determined on a case-by-case basis.
In some instances, he said, a site would be an integral part of the historic
value of a structure. Provisions of the ordinance were worded to give flexibil-
ity in making determinations in that regard.
Public hearing was closed, there being no further testimony.
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Council Bill No. 727 - Amending City Code adding Sections 2.405
through 2.412 and 9.488 through 9.491 and amending
amending Sections 2.1990 and 9.254 estab-
lishing historic preservation policy and
creating H Historic District was read by
council bill number and title only, there being no Council members present
requesting that it be read in full~
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller 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.
Councilman Bradley raised several question~. He suggested omitting that part
of the penalty section which would make violation of the ordinance a misde-
meanor in view of the trend toward decriminalization. He wondered if allowing
different uses for ~roperties within a district might be applying the law
unyqually. Allowing the owner of a property certain uses not allowed others,
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he said", could give an economic benefit. Financial assistance for renovation
would be available to owners of historic buildings where it would not be avail-
able to owners of commercial properties. Mr. Bradley thought the word "majority"
should be deleted where the ordinance provided that retention of a historic
landmark would have to be determined in the best interests of a majority of the
citizens. He felt that terminology would require an election to determine what
the majority desired. With regard to creation of a review board, Mr. Bradley
thought it would be better if the director of the Pioneer Museum was designated
as an ex officio member the same as the public works and parks directors, rather
than a permanent voting member.
Councilman Murray explained that the Historical Preservation Committee considered
the position of Museum director a position identifiable with and requiring
someone with knowledge of historic preservation,and that writing permanent
membership into the ordinance. would guarantee that kind of expertise a vote
on the board. He had no real objection to the concern about striking the term
"majority", but he felt striking it might infer all citizens rather than just
a majority. With regard to financial support, Mr. Murray noted that the ordin-
ance did not require giving funds automatically to owners of historic property.
It does provide for an application process to be weighed carefully in public
hearing to help preserve those properties which might otherwise be lost. The
question of whether the historic district would give advantage, that it was
unequal, or constituted spot zoning, he said, had been referred to the city
attorney who had given the opinion that that was not the case. Mr. Murray
continued that the process defined in the ordinance was drawn from the community
goals supplementing the comprehensive plan and mitigate unequal treatment or
spot zoning factors - historical landmarks by their very nature are exceptional
and should be treated as such; spot zoning or allowing different uses within
a certain area, is legal if it is determined of public benefit, and historic
preservation would fill that criteria; if broadening of possible uses in existing
districts was considered, the decision would have to be made as to compatability
with surrounding area, so within a historic district buildings would not be
out of character with the immediate neighborhood. With regard to the penalty
clause, Mr. Murray said his understanding was that it was necessary to administer
the ordinance, that it would become economically desirable to an owner to
demolish a structure if there was no penalty to work against him. Stan Long,
assistant city attorney, added that the penalty question was primarily a
philosophical argument. It is one effective means the city does have to gain
compliance. The amount ($100), he said, was a policy judgment and could be
changed if desired.
Councilman Bradley asked if the Council under the terms of the ordinance if
adopted would be obligated to appropriate funds for renovation if the city had
budgeted money for that purpose. Manager answered that it would not be mandatory,
that the Council would have authority to make individual judgments on individual
applications for budgeted funds. Mr. Long referred to the clause in the ordinance
following that in which the word "majority" was used with regard to designation
of a historic landmark and said that language removed any question of the need
for a plebescite on any particular issue.
Vote was taken on the second reading of the bill. The motion carried
unanimously, all council members present voting aye. and the bill was read
the second time by council bill number only.
Councilman Murray expressed appreciation to members of the Preservation Committee,
of which he was chairman, for their work in drafting the ordinance under
consideration - Beth Campbell, Gus Keller, D. Norval Unthank, Tom Slocum, and
Glenn Mason.
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller that the bill be approved
given final passage. Rollcall vote. All council members present
aye, the bill was declared passed and numbered 17251.
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C. Liquor License - Mocny's Barbecue, 1976 Garden Avenue (R) - New
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Hamel to schedule public hearing on the
application at the February 10 Council meeting. Motion carried unanimously.
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Liquor License - Mocny's Barbecue, 1976 Garden Avenue (R) - New - OLeC report indi-
cated two objectors in the neighborhood, three nonobjectors, and one noncommittal.
Staff had n0 objections other than requiring compliance with building cbdes.~rior
to issuance of certificate of occupancy. Letters received objecting to the
license were noted: . Mr. and Mrs. William Landrum, 1990 Garden Avenue and Howard'
A. Hall, Co~s Bay; also petition was read from residents of Garden Avenue
objecting to the license.
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Public hearing was opened.
Joseph Mocny, 649 East 16th Avenue, described the type of restaurant proposed for
the location. He said the request was for beer and wine sales only that would play
an important part in the operation of the restaurant. It would not be a tavern type
establishment, it would be an asset to the neighborhood, off-street parking would be
provided, etc. He said he had assured residents of the area that the license was
not for the purpose of selling "hard liquor".
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residential character of the neighborhood. He recognized the commercial zoning but
thought perhaps that was premature because of the older, quiet nature of the area
which he would like to see presepved for a while longer. ~
Mayor Anderson cautioned those speaking that the issue was not a matter of zoning,
only application for beer and wine license.
Merrill Phillips, 1760 Skyline Boulevard. owner of apartment units at 1894 Garden
Avepue, and John Pennington, attorney representing owners of apartments in the block
next to those owned by Mr. Phillips, also objected to issuance of the license.
They cited additional traffic and detraction from the character of the neighborhood.
Mr. Pennington called attention to lack of parking space in that area now because of
multiple-family use and said that although the area was zoned commercial, this was the
first establishment to locate there. He hoped Council members informed themselves
personally of the parking and traffic hazards that would result from granting this
type of license in that neighborhood.
Charles Tabasko, 1547 Lexington, said that parking requirements for the establishment
with or without the requested license would be the same because a restaurant was
proposed. .~e said that neighborhood faced a change. He was not sure of the rationale
of arguments against the license, he said, because owners of some single-family
properties ~anted to sell for apartment uses which generated traffic. He expressed
concern about refusing a license on that basis.
Public hearing was closed, there being no further testimony.
Manager commented that parking requirements rewe reviewed by the building department
and certificate of occupancy would hot be issued unless code requirements were met ~..
in that regard. The traffic engineer after review had reported no unusual problems. ,.,
And the zohing was appropriate for the proposed activity, he said.
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Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller to recommend approval of the license.
In making the motion, Mr. Murray noted that no zone change was involved nor was the
license granted by the Council, the only action here being to make recommendations
to the OLCC. He couldn't see how the proposed restaurant would aggravate what
was already allowed in that area, calling attention to nearby establishments which in
terms of serving alcoholic beverages went far beyond what was requested by this
applicant.
In response to Councilman Bradley for criteria on which to base the Council's decision,
Manager explained the procedure of asking staff recommendation on such questions as
policing problems, traffic, code compliance, etc., before an application is brought
for Council consideration. In addition, criteria on which the OLCC bases its
decisions is available to the Council - acceptable bonding, financial backing to avoid
any connection with liquor distributors, personal record, etc. Local criteria
takes into account character of surrounding land development, whether disturbing at
night to residential uses; proximity to public schools, churches, parks; compatability
with commercial uses; density of population; etc.
Councilman Hamel said he had viewed the property and noted parking requirements
were met. He felt the Council should not judge what had already been investigated,
and in view of the evidence he felt the application should be recommended for
approval. Councilwoman Shirey agreed, although she thought it unfortunate that
the zoning would allow this type of situation.
Vote was taken on the motion to recommend approval. The motion carried, all
Council members present voting aye, except Councilman Bradley abstaining.
Manager referred to a statement made about some city employe trying to arouse
opposition to the license. He explained probable confusion about investigation
made by OLCC; the city would not be calling on neighbors. Manager said several
people in the manager's office had talked recently with Mrs. Hall, an elderly
property owner in the area who was understandably upset about this license. But
he didn't want the Council to think staff was either supporting or opposing these
applications as they came up.
II -
Items acted upon with one motion after discussion of individual items as requested.
Previously discussed in committee on January 29 (Present: Mayor Anderson; Council
members Murray, Keller, Beal, Williams, Bradley, Hamel, Haws, and Shirey) and
February 5, 1975 (Present: Mayor Anderson; Council members Murray, Keller, Beal,
Bradley, Hamel, Haws, and Shirey).
A'Appointments, various Boards and Commission announced by the Mayor:
Human Rights Commission - New - Rebecca Leone for balance of term ending January 1, 1976
Mary Ann Kingsley " " January 1, 1977
John Perry for term ending January 1, 1978
Amelia Aguilar" " " "
Reappointment - Stephen Mayer " "
David Jordan " " "
Mike Phillips " " ,,'
Zoning Code Board of Appeals - New - A.J.Giustina for term ending January 1, 1980
Room Tax Allocation Committee- New - Don David for term ending January 1, 1978
Ralph Robinson "
Masonry Board - Reappointment - David Carmiencke for term ending January 1, 1978
Mechanical Board - Reappointment - James Ba1zhiser for term ending January 1, 1980
Recommended by the Mayor for Council confirmation:
Charitable SOlicitations - New - Winfield Atkinson for term ending January 1, 1979
Reappointment - Terry Devereaux " "
Library Board - New - Dr. Charles S. Williams for balance of term ending January 1, 1978
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Airport commission- Reappointment - Dr.Robert Furrer for term ending January 1, 1979
Electrical Board - Reappointment - Carrol Colvin for term ending January 1, 1978
Plumbing Board' - Reappointment - Warner Dallas for term ending January 1, 1976
R.K.Livingston "
Malcolm Manley " "
Joel Goss "" "
Robert Fegles """
Recommended by Downtown Development Board and confirmed by Mayor for reappointment
to the Board for the term ending January 1, 1978:
Harry Ritchie
Ed Wilson
Gus Keller
Gene Bates
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller to confirm the appointments
and reappointments as named.
Councilwoman Beal asked about qualifications of Dr. Williams that would suit him to
service on the Library Board. Mayor Anderson said that Dr. Williams had lived in the
community about ten years. He named various cultural activities in the community in
which Dr. Williams had participated, including service as chairman of the Museum of Art
Board of Directors and president of the Eugene Symphony Association.
Vote was taken on the motion as stated. Motion carried unanimously.
B. Eugene Airport Limousine Service Rate Increase - Manager explained that the
city auditor in reviewing books of the Limousine Service found that the return
on their investment did not justify continuation of the business without an
increase in,rates. An increase of 509 seemed justified, making the rate
$2.50 per passenger, each way, and was recommended.
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller to present a resolution
effecting the increase for approval.
Councilman .Bradley asked if there would be public hearing on the request.
Manager replied that it would not be a legally advertised public hearing but
would be o~ the agenda as a resolution subject to discussion.
Vote was taken on the motion as state. Motion carried unanimously.
C. Legislative Subcommittee Report (February 3, 1975) was distributed to Council members
covering:
Field Burning report from Maradel Gale, lobbyist, stating little input to legisla-
tors from noneconomic side of the issue compared to a saturation, campaign by the
seed industry. The subcommittee supported in principle S.B.86 calling for finan-
cial support to those seed growers using alternatives to open field burning.
S.B.3ll, the seed growers bill, was not discussed in detail.
Wayne Morse Ranch Purchase - Copies of a bill scheduled for consideration of the
LegiSlature were distributed together with a su~gested resolution for adoption by
the: Council in support of the measure.
Mrs. Shirey moved seconded by Mrs. Beal to adopt the resolution.
At the request of Councilman Bradley, the resolution was amended to provide for
its distribution to all members of the Legislature rather than to just the Lane
Couhty delegation.
Councilman Keller wondered if the $250,000 appropriation from the State Highway
Fund provided for in the bill was a reasonab~e amount. Mrs. Shirey expected the
purchase price to be less, but the maximum amount of $250,000 was used to provide
for interest costs over.a ten-year ~riod should they accrue.
Vote was taken on the motion as stated. Motion carried unanimously.
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Mobile Homes - The subcommittee opposed legislation which would (a) make manda-
tory mobile home placement in residential zones unless such placement injuriously
affected public health, safety, and welfare; (b) removes from local control mobile
home installation and places it under 'the jurisdiction of the Department of Com-
merce; (c) does not permit city responsibility for health and sanitation require-
ments of mobile homes; (d) removes requirement for display of model year on
trailer homes; (e) removes local control over standards for mobile home acces-
sory structures.
Library - The subcommittee supported legislation which would (a) give State aid
to libraries; (b) pertains to membership in Pacific Northwest Bibliographic Cen-
ter: (c) updates Oregon library law.
Subdivison Requirements - The subcommittee recommended guarded approval of
legislation providing for local enforcement of subdivisbnregu1ations without
validation of Real Estate Commission if local subdivision requirements are
adequate.
Labor Bills dealing with unemployment compensation, decreasing employe contribu-
tion and increasing benefits, and payment of unemployment compensation in cases
of lockouts and refusal to cross picket lines were referred to staff for comment
with regard to cost to the city before recommendation.
Councilman Haws noted additional legislation which the subcommittee recommended
for referral to staff for comments (a) deleting as an unfair labor practice
ability of unions to discuss labor matters with city council members, and (b)
probhibiting public bodies from lObbying.
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Parks - The subcommittee had no recommendation on one bill (H.B.2044) which
would provide for State grants to local governments for purchase of park lands
but would require a constitutional amendment permitting State bond sales for
this purpose, the money raised by sale of bonds to be repaid from the State
general fund. Another bill (H.B.2035) would permit bicycle racing on streets
and highways with city approval and was recommended for referral to staff for
comment.
Councilmen Murray and Keller felt further discussion of H.B.2044 was warranted
because of the lack of information on how the funds would be disbursed or _how
it would affect cities, especially with regard to the South Hills area in Eugene.
Mr. Murray mentioned introduction of HJR 9 also authorizing bonds for purchase
of parks land. It was agreed that Councilwoman Bea1 would work out with
Manager what was necessary to present for hearings scheduled Monday, February 10.
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller to approve the subcommittee
recommendations as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
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D. Liquor License - Change of ownership application for Andy's Market, 304 East 13th
Avenue (Package B) was submitted by John Whitson. Staff had no objections.
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller to recommend approval.
Motion carried unanimoUSly.
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Amazon Neighbors and Wi11akenzie Neighborhood Association Charters were submitted for
consideration after staff review for conformance to neighborhood association policy.
Copies of the charters were previously distributed to Council members. Manager noted
the unique approach to organizational structure provided in the Amazon charter for
rotation of steering committee members.
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Councilman Haws expressed concern about allowing nonresident property owners voting
rights in neighborhood organizations. He compared that provision to allowing voting
rights in Oregon elections to out-of-state residents owning property in Oregon. Also,
a person could have voting rights in several different neighborhood organizations.
He felt that the policy should be reviewed in, that regard. He was also concerned _
~bout the listing of a person's name on a membership role in order for that person ~
to vote in the organization. He had no objection to maintaining the list but felt
it should be controlled so as not to exclude neighborhood residents from participation.
Councilman Murray noted the thorough discussion of neighborhood policy upon its adoption,
the considerable disagreement, and the resolution that the voting criteria could be
determin'ed by the group itself. He suggested that it might be helpful, in view of the
experience gained in operation of the policy, for a Council subcommittee in co-operation
with people from neighborhood groups and appropriate staff to review the neighborhood
pOlicy to determine whether it did need refining.
Randi Reinhard, planning staff, explained that anyone indicating an interest or aSking
to be inciuded on the mailing list of an organization was entitled to vote, there were
no voting restrictions so far as one's name being on the membership list. The reason
for maintaining that list, she said, was to give the Council some idea of representa-
tion in a neighborhood on issues coming to the Council. Manager said that since the
primary function of the neighborhood groups was in an advisory capacity to the Council
on the planning process in development of an area and city services provided to the
area, the general approach was that each group should decide its own membership and
voting process. If the groups were involved with making decisions on committing
services. and funds or making legislative decisions, he said, then there would be reason
for concern about the flexibility in requirements for participation. He expressed some
concern about the provision for membership on the Amazon steering committee which could
result in a complete turnover in a relatively short period of time breaking into the
continuity of anyon-going planning process in that area.
Councilman Bradley noted the difference between the two charters with regard to age
requirements for voting - the Amazon charter calling for 18 years and older, the Wi11a-
kenzie, 16 years and older. He wondered if there should be consistency in the various
charters in view of recent legislation covering legal age limits. Elizabeth Heath,
president of the Wi11akenzie group, explained that their group felt anyone at the age
of 16 interested enough to become involved in neighborhood activities should be per-
mitted to vote. Also, that they had high school students involved who at the age of 18
usually were out of school and away from the neighborhood.
Councilwoman Shirey wondered if c~nditiona1 approval should be given the Amazon charter
in the event the method of Choosing steering committee members didn't work out. She
didn't ~ee it as a particular problem, saying that normally people willing to work on
a steer~~g committee usually continued in that capacity. Manager said he wasn't recom-
mending against approval. His comments were made because of his interest in seeing
whether the method would work.
Vote was taken on the motion to approve the charters. Motion carried
unanimously.
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701 Planning Funds - Council was requested to consider whether to contact the congres-
sional delegation and ask reconsideration of President Ford's action deferr~ng half
of the 1975 planning funds and proposing no 701 ~unds for 1976. Manager explained
that these funds were a possible source of money for a growth study and that in the
past these funds had been used extensively for special planning projects and staffing
of long-range planning functions. Failure to receive 701 funds could curtail planning
that should be done.
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller to authorize the Mayor on behalf of
the eounci1 to contact the congressional delegation with regard to reconsidera-
tion,of the action taken on 701 funds.
Councilman Bradley suggested contact with the entire Oregon delegation rather than just
those from Lane County, to which the Mayor replied that contacts an the Federal level
are usually made with both senators and all four congressmen from Oregon. .
Vote was taken on the motion as stated. Motion carried unanimously.
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G. Code Amendment, Gambling Fees - Copies of ordinance setting out license and game table
fees and wager limits were distributed to Council members.
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Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller to place the ordinance on the
February 10 consent calendar for apprr;>val and segregation for discussion
at that time if desired. Motion carried unanimously.
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H. Property Acquisi tion
1. Fire Station Site for Substation 9 on east side of Goodpasture Island Road between
Kingsley and James - 1.313 acres for $47,500 - Northwest Natural Gas property.
Council members viewed the property on tour at which time some concerns were ex-
pressed about value of the property. Manager said staff was reasonably comfortable
with the proposed purchase price in view of the investigation made. However, if
the Council was not, an outside independent appraisal of this site and alternate
sites would be appropriate. He said one reason the price appeared high was because
of the property's zoning, also the potential for commercial zoning of surrounding
properties. He doubted that other properties in the area zoned for residential
use and also considered for location of the substation would be less costly con-
sidering subdivision costs and assessments which would accrue. Manager said staff
was anxious to proceed but not unless Council was satisfied there was sufficient
investigation to determine the price was appropriate.
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Councilman Murray wondered if the cost factor as well as the perception for need of
a substation in that area would be influenced by the Goodpasture Island commercial
study. Manager replied that high commercial values in the area both south and
northwest of the proposed site constituted a hazard at the present time that was
not being met. Also, there was a good deal of potential for life hazard because
of the residential area which should be served now by this substation. Any future
development in the area, regardless of whether it was commercial of residential,
would simply increase the existing risk. He added that even in view of financial
difficulties faced by the city, the best approach to serving the fire protection
need in that area would be to provide a fire station in the immediate vicinity.
The existing transportation system could be used giving protection to the entire
city even if it meant dilution of protection elsewhere. He said it was proposed
to man this substation initially from other stations in the city rather than hire
new personnel. Manager acknowledged staff concern about whether the price would
be affected by the Goodpsture study. However, considering the fair price of other
land would be figured according to its potential for subdivision or commercial use
the judgment was made that it would be close to the price of the proposed site.
Councilman Bradley asked for an estimate of cost of an independent appraisal.
Manager thought it would he from $500 to $1000, saying that two or three other sites
should be looked at if an appraisal was to be made.
Mr. Hamel moved seconded by Mr. Keller to authorize purchase of the
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Councilwoman Beal was opposed to the purchase at a time when the city was consider-
ing cutting down on personnel. She thought the proposal should be taken to the
budget committee for consideration in line with other priorities. She inquired
about funding for the purchase. Manager answered that $50,000 was budgeted in the
current general fund budget for this purpose.
Vote was taken on the motion as stated. Motion carried, Council members
Keller, Hamel, Haws, and Shirey voting aye; Council members Murray,
Beal, and Bradley voting no.
Mr. Haws moved seconded by Mr. Bradley to hire an appraiser to evaluate the
proposed site and other properties both in the city and in the county in
this particular area.
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In making the motion, Mr. Haws noted receipt of many letters from people.in th:
business community suggesting appraisal of properties other than the subJect slte,
then if the price still was high to refer the item to the budget committee.
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Councilman Bradley wondered if Mr. Haws would want to restrict the appraisal to
just that area, to which Mr. Haws replied he was referring to the Goodpasture
Island area, an area judged sufficient for proper fire equipment response.
Mayor Anderson suggested that after an independent appraisal was made if there was
no change in value, the Council should be allowed to make the decision oni~he ba~is
of the appraisal. He felt "shopping" around for properties would only complicate
matters.
Manager thought a proper appraisal of the subject site would involve analysis of
other property values in the area for comparison basis. He reminded the Council
that this 'issue was already before the budget committee, that $50,000 was
appropriated for purchase of a site, so he questioned the desirability of
sending i~ back. Manager added that he did know that the owners of this property
had bought it about two and a half years ago for a price not greatly at
variance with the present asking price, and that was one of the values upon
which statf based its appraisal. For that reason, he didn't think an independent
appraisal would show any very great discrepancies.
Councilman Bradley asked whether the staff had investigated property nearby in the
county zoned for agricultural uses and whether any tentative value had been
determined. Manager replied that some of those properties had been looked at
9i~ectlv across from the K-Mart property - and in negotiation some had been
ofrer:d in return for commer~i~l zoning. However, he said there' w~s no deal.
The Clty had always taken the position that zoning could not be used as trading
stock for acquir~ng city.pr?perty, rezoning could Occur only through the normal
process of Plannlng Commlsslon and Council review.
Vote .was taken on the motion to hire an independent appraiser. The motion
carri:d, Council members Murray, Bradley, Haws, and Shirey voting aye;
Coun~ll members Hamel and Keller voting no.
2. Bethel Park, property between West and East Irwin Way to complete park land acquisi-
tion - Florence L. and Arcelia Trowbridge - $5,520. In response to Councilwoman
Beal, Manager said the funding would come from parks bonds.
,Mr. Hurray moved secondt:;d by Mrs. Beal to authorize purchase of the
land as proposed. . Motion carried unapimously.
1. Room Tax Allocation - Festival of Arts, University of Oregon - Copies of findings
recommending allocation of $1,000 in room tax revenues to the Festival of Arts for
a seris of concerts, theatrical and dance productions, art exhibits, and lectures
were previously distributed to Council members.
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mrs. Beal to approve the recommended alloca-
tion. Motion carried unanimously.
J. peti tion, paving, sani tary and storm sewer, Center Way from Hartin Street to 500 feet
south - Petitioned by owners of 78.6% of property to be served by sewers, and 83.3%
ofprope~ty to be served by paving.
Mr. Keller moved seconded by Mrs. Beal to approve the petition. Motion
carried unanimously.
K. Appeal, Planning Commission denial of preliminary plan for Southridge Properties PUD,
Phase 2 (January 13, 1975)
Mrs. Beal moved seconded by Mr. Murray to set public hearing on the
appeal for February 24, 1975. Motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Haws noted that he had not viewed the property on tour with other Council
members and was told it would be appropriate for him to view the site alone.
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L. Vacation of West 2nd Avenue between Jefferson and Madison, retaining l4-foot alley
(Jongeward-Howard)(SV 74-7) - Recommended by the Planning Commission on January 13,1975.
Manager noted staff review with regard to whether there should be assessment against
abutting properties for value of the land should the alley be vacated.
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Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller to call public hearing on the
vacation request (March 24, 1975). Motion carried unanimously.
In response' to Councilman Haws, John porter, planning director, said notice of the
vacation request had been referred to the neighborhood organization in that area.
M. Resolution amenCing procedure establishing Council panel for hearing appeals on
street, sidewalk., and ,sewer assessments, and on decisions of the Zoning Code
Board of Appeals.
It was understood the resolution would be placed on the February 10
consent calendar for approval.
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Appointment Pro Tem,Legislative Subcommittee - Mayor Anderson appointed Councilman
Keller to the Council legislative subcommittee, temporarily replacing Councilman
Williams while out of town over the next few weeks.
P. Appointment, Joint Parks Committee - A shift in assignments was announced by the Mayor.
Councilwoman Shirey was appointed to the Joint Parks Committee, replacing Councilman
Bradley.
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Proposal, Local Arts Commission - Copies of proposal for creation
City Local Arts Commission were previously distributed to Council
mitted by Alice Sachse, chairman of LCOG Arts Advisory Committee.
Murray's request the proposal was to be placed on the February 12
for discussion, Mrs. Sachse to be invited to be present.
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R. Community Development Task Force Report - Councilman Murray distributed copies of
interim report, asking Council members to review it for later discussion. He
said decisions were about to be made and now would be the time for Council input.
It was understood the report would be scheduled at the February 12 committee
meeting.
S. JOb-sharing Proposal was presen'ted by Counci+woman Beal. Copies of the proposal
were distributed as submitted by New Ways to Work, Eugene, which would provide
for split-time or double staffing city positions rather than layoff of full-time
employes. Mrs. Beal felt the proposal would be helpful for people with young
children in the home and others who would prefer to work on a part-time basis.
She thought it better to give two people part-time work instead of laying off
one and: keeping one. Councilwoman Shirey supported the plan as submitted.
At Mrs. Beal's request, the Mayor directed that the proposal be referred to staff
for recommendation and consideration at a future meeting.
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Growth Study - Discussion was continued from the January 29 committee meeting.
Councilwoman Shirey considered the study important and thought every possibility for
accomplishing it should be explored. She wondered if HUD funding had been lost.
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Councilman Bradley asked whether the 1990 Plan had been updated since its adoption
and how that updating would fit into a growth study, what priority would be placed
on the two. John porter, planning director, answered t~at the 1990 Plan had not,
been updated, that it 'ridS scheduleci on a five-year basis, and the growth study would
augment that work. He did not recommend updating the Plan without a growth study
but could not say whether the two should be done simultaneously or if a priority
should be placed. Bob Chave, LCOG staff, added that the updating of the Plan ob-
viously would be accomplished on the five-year basis. Some growth analysis would
have to be included in that updating but not to the extent a growth study woul~
provide.
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Councilmqn Murray wondered how much discussion had occurred in the Task Force on
proposed "makeup of the steering commi ttee, whether nonmetropoli tan jurisdictions
having representation on the committee would contribute to a study. He recognized
the complications involved in growth but wondered about the relative advantages and
disadvantages of limiting a study to a smaller area, not just to the city of Eugene,
but to just the urbanized area. Douglas Hallpy, LCOG director, pointed out the
difficulty of determining interest of other communities which would determine the
amount of their financial support. He said the outline presenting the scope and
conduct qf the study and direction the study would take were still open, one al-
ternative being for Eugene to undertake it alone. He felt that would preclude
other factors outside the metropolitan area which would ha,ve a bearing. In the
strictest sense, he said, the metropolitan area is the entire county. Mr. Halley
continued that a co-operative approach was the best way to effect the greatest con-
trol over problems that would be created for the governing body - problems having
to do with air and water quality, etc., that are not limited by political boundaries.
Other factors including policies being set by the LCDC would have an impact which
would encnuraae tnlO! more comprehensive type of study.
Councilman Murray expressed concern that a steering committee compr~s~ng various
public officials would change the nature of the study as initially proposed, that
originally a citizens committee was proposed. He wondered how much time public offi-
cials could give to what was sure to be an extensive process. Mr. Halley noted in-
volvement of the citizens advisory committee (MAPAC) and the need for blending its
responsibilities with those of elected officials in addressing the problem. Also,
the involvement of local staff which he considered important. He couldn't see the work
turned over completely to a citizens group. He had no quarrel with Mr. Murray's sug-
gestion that it be done on a "more 50/50 basis."
Councilwoman Beal recognized the factors outside the urbanized area affecting any growth
study but she said the initial proposal was to base the study on the area covered by the
1990 Plan, the metropolitan sewer study, ESATS, etc. She said the major concern was to
give citizens information about costs related to growth on which to base decisions
about extending sewer services, transportation, and other services to areas outside
the urban area. Mr. Halley said cost factors were considered in the attempt to analyze
what the study should cover. Manager added that the outline presented centered for the
most part on the area with which Mrs. Beal was concerned, recognizing some considera-
tion would have to be given to the effect that factors outside that area would have
on the growth pattern. With regard to the cost factor, he said that the outline pre-
sented definitely covered an effort to determine alternatives of costs as growth oc-
curred or: did not occur.
Mayor Anderson suggested referral of the growth study outline to Lane County and
Springfield for their consideration. Mrs. Beal said she would like to confer with
Councilman Murray on some suggestions for clarification of the study outline. She
asked postponement until that could occur. Manager explained that probably any
amendments the Council might suggest would be attached to the outline and then the
document referred to Lane County and Springfield for review and at the same time to
the various budget committees for consideration of funding.
Councilma~ Bradley asked where the Planning Commission would fit into that routine.
Manager said the outline could be referred to the Commission for recommendation, but
parallel referral to the. budget committee would probably be desirable because of im-
pending budget work. He added that the Planning Commission was represented on the
TaskForc~ in preparing the study outline.
Councilman Keller expressed concern at the assumption that the study was going to be
undertaken. He said he would be opposed because what was proposed was not what was
originally intended and because there was considerable information already available.
In light of the economic situation faced by the city, he said, budgetary questions
should be answered before taking on an expenditure of this magnitude. Also, it should
be known whether support would be forthcoming from Lane County and Springfield and
other jurisdictions which would be affected.
Mayor Anderson directed that.final action be postponed until the
February 12 committee meeting, pending further review of the study
outline items by Mrs. Beal and Mr. Murra.y.
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U . Agenda Items, Council Orientation Session - Mayor Anderson requested C '1 be
b 't' ". ounc~ mem rs to
su m~ ~n wr~t~ng any agenda ~tems they wished discussed at the orientation session
scheduled for Thursday, February 6. He asked that they bear' 'd th .
' 1 ". ~n m~n e meet~ng would
~nvo ve d~scuss~on of Counc~l procedures and operating pol 'c 1 ' ,
,h' h ' ~ yon y, not ~ssues w~th
WH~C the Counc~l was confronted.
V. Ordinance, Transferring Additional Duties to Hearings Official - Councilman Haws in-
quired about the status of the ordinance which would transfer certain items now heard
by the Planning Commission to the hearings official. He said the issue had not been
fully explored by the Council and he wondered whether staff time should be wasted in
preparing the document if there was some chance it was not wanted by the majority of
the Council. He had concerns with the entire procedure which he said he would like
to bring up.
The Mayor suggested discussion at the end of the meeting if time was available after
discussion of regular agenda items. John Porter, planning director, did review briefly
the history of the hearings official position and recent Council approval of concept
of expanding the duties of that position to include hearing of zone changes. Mr. Porter
said his understanding of Council action was for staff to draft an ordinance which
would effect the change, present it to the Commission IUl: l<ecommendation to and
ultimate action by the Council. The draft was prepared and public hearing was
scheduled before the Commission at its February 4 meeting. He added that copies
would be available for Council prior to that time,
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At the conclusion of other business, Councilman Haws named concerns that had been
brought to him as complaints (not necessarily in his position as councilman, he
said) which he would like other Council members to consider and discuss at some
later time. They were (1) taking testimony in public hearing on appeal from de-
cision of the hearings official after testimony had been presented once in public
hearing before the hearings official; (2) length of time from developers' viewpoint
for processing permit requests; (3) fee schedule for permit applications wherein
costs of processing were not covered by the fees charged to developers; (4) notifi-
cation procedure; and (5) placement of mobile home parks through the conditional
use permit procedure.
Mayor Anderson noted that the permit fee schedule had recently been reviewed and
he questioned whether the Council would want to go over it again at this time.
Mr. Haws was <aware of that, but he thought other Council members in discussion of
the concerns named might suggest what could be done.
W.Lobbyist, Field Burning LegiSlation - Councilman Hamel asked if the person hired
as lobbyist at the State LegisJature in the field burning issue would be needed
in view of the statements from legiSlators that they were more or less in favor of
permitting burning. And if the lobbyist was not needed whether the $5000 fee would
have to be paid anyway. He called attention to Representative Fadeley's statement
that letters should be written to all legislators, not just to her alone, with re-
gard to field burning.
Mayor Anderson answered that Ms.Gale, the lobbyist, was in close touch with the
issue in Salem and keeping the city abreast of the situation. He noted that the
ban was in effect at this time. There was no urgency until either legislation
was introduced in the LegiSlature or the Governor's office submitted legislation.
Then the city's strategy could be devised.
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Councilman Haws asked if the city had a written contract with Ms.Gale, whether the
city would be obligated to pay her if the issue was resolved at the end of this
month. Manager answered that the arrangement with Ms.Gale had not yet been put
into contract form but that a letter of understanding had been prepared obligating
the city to a monthly payment on the basis of one-quarter of her time. The ar-
rangement could be cancelled wi th two weeks notice and the ci ty was not commi tted
to the $5000. It was his Judgment that the maximum amount, if MS.Gale's services
~re used until the end of the session, would be about $3500.
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X. Commercial Study, Goodpasture Island - Councilman Keller inquired about the status
of the Goodpasture Island commercial study. He noted that it was to have been
brought back in six months but it had now been more than a year. He hoped that
staff would consider scheduling it for consideration soon. Mayor Anderson agreed,
noting that it had been made clear it was to have been a six-month process.
John Porter, planning director, explained that it had been an agenda item for the
PlanningCommdssion's last two meetings but it had not yet been discussed. Manager
said the study itself had been completed in six months. However, evaluation dragged
on becau~e of other agenda items before the Commission with deadline priority -
items th~t would automatically be approved if action was not taken.
Y. Report, Council LegiSlative Subcommittee - Councilwoman Beal reported that legisla-
tive items recommended by the subcommittee were acted upon at the January 27 Council
meeting,' hence no written report at this time. At the request of Councilman Bradley,
she said, there would be written reports in the future unless presentation at the
Legislature was needed immediately. Mrs. Beal said the subcommdttee had decided
that Eugene would take no position on bills of no immediate concern to the city.
There would be no position stated on matters of general principle - annexation,
collective bargaining, etc. - unless or until they became applicable to the city
of Eugene itself.
Z. Newly-elected Officials Workshop, League of Oregon Cities - To be held Friday,
February 14, 1975, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Thunderbird Motor Inn.
Council members wishing to attend were asked to notify the city manager's office
so that reservations could be made.
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Negotiated Wage Settlements, 1975-76 - Copies of memos from the manager were dis-
tributed together with copies of news release with regard to negotiated settlement
reached with Fire Fighters Local 851. Manager said the same settlement could occur
with AFSCME. He explained that although the negotiation process was his responsi-
bili ty, since the "numbers" this year were larger, he was making Council members C e
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aware of the settlement in order for them to be prepared to answer questions should diey 1/29/75
arise. He said there was a 13.3% increase in cost of living compared to a 5% wage in- .
crease for Fire Fighters in the second year of their two-year contract, and 6% for Fl1e
Police, so goin~ into negotiations in October the city found itself behind both in
cost-of-living increase and in what comparable employers were paying comparable em-
ployes. Further, because the collective bargaining ordinance requires binding arbitra~
tion unless a negotiated settlement was reached prior to February 1, and because the
same settlement was expected with AFSCME in order to keep trained personnel, the
judgment was made that this settl~ment was good and was preferable to going into bind-
ing arbitration.
BB. Transfer Covenant Park Housing Funds to Landsby Site - Copies of memo from Joint
Housing Commdttee were distributed previously to Council members reporting on the
transfer of $63,000 revenue sharing funds from the elderly housing project at 38th
and Hilyard (Covenant Park) to a site adjacent to the Gilbert Shopping Center.
(Highway 99N - Landsby property). The memo was read explaining the transfer was
approved by the Housing Commi ttee because a lawsui t was delaying construction of the
24 units of elderly housing at 38th and Hilyard, unfairly depriving elderly'people
of potential housing assistance.
Councilman Murray referred to the housing dispersal policy as adopted by the Council
providing for disallowing location of subsidized housing in the central and east
palnning disricts of the city. He said that although that did not apply to the
planning district 26 (in which the Landsby property was located) he thought that
people working with the proposal should look at the concerns expressed in the
housing dispersal policy and try to accommodate this proposal to them. Although
the policy had no requirement for not placing subsidized housing in planning
district 26, he said, placing the project there was' not in keeping with the
intent.
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Councilman Haws asked if the proposed project was for elderly people only and
whether fund~ under "Section VIII" would be committeed for it. Manager a~swered
t~at,the project was for elderly people only, and that subsidy was from the
c~ty s general revenue sharing money. "Section VIII" fund h 'd . h
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~se some t~me ~n the future on the 38th and Hilyard site. He acknowledged
~n further response to Mr. Haws that the location of the project on the Landsby
p~operty would be through public hearing process and conditional use permit.
J~m Saul, planner, added that the property was subject to planned unit develop-
ment procedures and as.such would be the subject of public hearing. It would
be referred to the Act~ve Bethel Citizens group, he said, as a part of that
process.
Councilman Williams commented that it was his understanding the housing dis-
persal policy exempted elderly housing because it was felt that type of housing
should be located where services for the elderly were provided and easily ac-
cessible. If the proposed project was for family housing, he said, concerns
should be raised about locating it in a district already having a substantial
amount of subsidized housing.
CC.Growth Study - Copies of report were previously distributed to Council members
from LCOG Growth Task Force comprising representatives of Springfield, Lane
County, and Eugene appointed to develop an outline of what would be involved _
time frame and costs - in undertaking a growth study. Manager expressed con-
cern with what he felt was a conservative estimate of cost of a projected two-
year study - $183,000. He suggested referral not only to the Eugene budget
comndttee but also to the Lane County and Springfield budget committees if
the Council wished to pursue the study. In response to Mayor Anderson, Manager
said the Planning Commission had not reviewed the Task Froce report at this time.
Councilwoman Beal who with Councilman Murray had initially requested the growth
study asked why the boundaries of the study had been enlarged to encompass all
of Lane County. She said the initial request was for a study of costs of
growth in the Eugene/Springfield metropolitan area to tie in with the 1990
General Plan boundaries. Douglas Halley, LCOG director, replied that the study
focused on the urbanized area covered in the 1990 Plan but that contributing
factors from outside the boundary which would have an impact on growth in the
urban area could not be ignored. He added that the entire Willamette basin
as it relates to water quality control and management and other factors would
have a bearing on growth in Eugene, and although the study could start from
the urbanized area it would soon become involved with factors beyond that
boundary. Mrs. Beal wondered whether the Council could meet with the Task
Force members where questions ~oth she and Mr. Murray had could be raised.
Councilman Williams, member of the Task Force, said the effort was made to
direct the study to specifically implement Eugene's community goals statements
on the basis that they were made after broad public input and reflected atti-
tudes of the city. However, the committee decided that the entire area would
have to be\considered if intelligent planning and implementation was to take
place, that only in this way would urban sprawl be avoided.
Councilman Keller pointed to the Goodpasture Island commercial study as an
example of difficulty encountered without co-operation of neighboring juriSdic-
tions. He was concerned too about the estimated cost which he fel t was a
staggering amount considering the current funding situation.
Councilman Bradley called attention to the estimated figure of $161,000 for
local matching funds if Federal funds were available. Galen Howard of the
LCOG staff corrected that to $61,000. He also corrected the membership of the
steering comrndttee suggested to 15 - 5 elected officials, 5 appointed officials,
and 5 citizens.
Councilman Murray asked why there was no reference to social cost of growth
in the outline. Ken Battaile, LCOG staff, said the comndttee envisioned the
social costs would included in housing element, services, legal aspects shown
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in the outline because it was difficult to state specifics with regard to
social problems. Councilman Williams added that t~ere was no ,question about
inclusion of social implications of growth. He sa~d the outl~ne was not in-
tended to be inflexible, that the steering committee would have to guide the
study a~ it progressed.
Mr. Mur~ay then asked whether estimates of study costs took into account data
that might be available through the University. Mr. Battai1e answered that
that would be one source in addition to other consulting sources, there would
be no limit on sources'of information.
With regard to suggested makeup of the steering committee Mr. Murray expressed
concern'about the representation from Eugene in comparison to representation
from other areas when he felt Eugene probably would be paying the major part
of the cost if the study was implemented. He expressed disappointment also
with the minor role indicated by the ratio of citizen representation. He
wondered why MAPAC couldn't do the study. That seemed the logical group to
him since it had equal representation from Eugene, Springfield, and the County.
Mr. Halley said the report was to be considered a starting point, that adjust-
ment could be made to satisfy the concerns expressed. He added that the study
if pursued would continue over a long priod of time and would be carried on by
many people, it could be tailored to fit the financing available. Mr. Howard
said that MAPAC would have an integral part in the study, especially as it
would be. concerned with the 1990 Plan and citizen involvement. With MAPAC's
limited staff that would be about as much as it could handle in view of addi-
tional work resulting from proposed LCDC goals and guidelines for citizen in-
volvement in the planning process.
Councilman Keller asked about the availability of BUD funds and how long before
the study was expected to be finsihed after it was started. Mr. Halley answered
that unless Congress acted on the President's deferment of half of the "701"
funds the situation was not good. Even then, he said, he was not convinced
that money would be available for this type project. He said the study was
scheduled on a two-year basis assuming the steering committee would take it
along the lines outlined in the report, and that it would start when Eugene
and Springfield councils and County Commissioners so determined and when money
was avai.lable.
Mayor Anderson suggested that further questions be held and the discussion con-
tinued at another meeting. Councilman Williams thought distribution of a list
of the Task Force committee members showing MAPAC representation would be help-
ful, and it was understood that pne wauli be (/lade avai lable.
At the conclusion of other business, C~unci1woman Bea1 said it was understood
very clearly that the study request was for an outline of cost of growth in
terms of services and facilities. She saw nothing in the outline presented
that touched on that and she felt it a very important consideration in the
budgeting process. She felt it was something that could be clone on the basis
of the sewer study, an update of the transportation study, EWEB's participation
with regard to el9r:tric and water costs. She hoped the Task Force would recog-
nize the: concern in that area and make some response.
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DD. Rezoning, February 10 Council Meeting - Councilman Bradley asked other Council
members to review prior to the February 10 Council meeting the Planning Commis-
sion.staff notes and minutes relevant to rezoning of property in the Goodpasture
Island/Delta area and 'related sign district change (Planning Commission), rezon-
ing Roosevelt Boulevard property (Olsen), and sign district change in the 400 and
500 blocks between Jefferson and Lawrence Streets (city).
EE. Council Meetings in various wards was requested by Councilman Bradley. He sug-
gested one council meeting once a month or every other month in one of the various
wards, starting with his, Ward 1. Mayor Anderson suggested that as an item for
discussion at the Council orientation session scheduled for February 6. At the
conClusion of other business, Manager noted that official council meetings are
required by Charter to be held in City Hall.
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Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller that Items A through FF, except
(see separate action above) be approved, affirmed, and filed as noted.
vote. Motion carried, all Council members present voting aye.
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III - Ordinances
Council Bill No. 711 - Rezoning property north of Roosevelt Boulevard between
Lassen Street and Foch Street to RG-SR, read the first
time on January 27, 1975 and held lacking unanimous consent
for second reading, was read the second time by council bill number only, there
being no council member present requesting that it be read in full.
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller that findings supporting the rezoning as set
out in Planning Commission staff notes and minutes of October 28, 1974 be adopted by
reference thereto, and the bill approved and given final passage.
Councilman Bradley explained his vote against second reading was because of
inconsistency of the proposed zone with the 1990 Plan. He suggested a refine-
ment study and revision of the Plan for this particular area rather than rezoning
at this time. He felt if the Plan was in error it should be amended. Or if
the Council felt the area should be rezoned, he suggested adoption of findings
justifying a zone inconsistent with the plan because of the inability to
complete Highway 126, one of staff's bases for recommending the zone change.
Councilman Murray noted the substantial change in conditions in that area since
adoption of the General Plan. And Jim Saul, planner, said that findings attached
to this area in the 1990 Plan included its designation as an opportunity area based
upon the extension of the Roosevelt Freeway, so that the Plan recognized the
changes.
Councilman Bradley however thought the Council would be in an embarrassing
position should Highway 126 be extended, bisecting this property and iSOlating
it. Mr. Saul said the originally projected route of Route 126 would affect the
most northerly portion of this property. However, if 126 was constructed it would
bisect a larger area, if Mr. Bradley was thinking in those terms. Manager referred
to memo distributed by LCOG about two weeks previously which he said would have no
effect on the merits of this rezoning. That memo referred only to timing of the
planning process, whether funds should be requested for an environmental impact
statement on Highway 126 at this time. Mr. Murray agreed that the LCOG note had
no intent to influence future rezoning in that area. Mr. Bradley repeated his
opinion that the Council would be faced with the issue that when zoning is incon-
sistent with the Plan, the Plan should be amended - and a policy to that effect
adopted.
Rollcall vote was taken on approval and final passage. Motion carried,
Council members Murray, Keller, Hamel, and Shirey voting aye; Councilman
Bradley voting no; Councilman Haws abstaining. The bill was declared passed
and numbered 17252.
Council Bill No. 720 - Changing Sign District to Industrial on property
in the 400 and 500 blocks between Washington Street
and Lawrence Street, read the first time on January
27, 1975 and held, lacking unanimous consent for second reading, was
brought back and read the second time by council bill number and title only,
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there being no council member present requesting that it be read in full.
Mr. ~urray moved seconded by Mr. Keller that findings supporting the sign
district change as set out in Planning Commission staff notes and minutes
of December 3, 1974 be adopted by reference thereto; and that the bill be
approved and given final passage.
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Councilman Bradley noted the State Highway Department letter opposing the sign
district change on the basis that it would have an adverse effect onthe Washington/
Jefferson park. He also noted his earlier concurrence in the change to Industrial
Sign District on the Scarlett property adjacent to that covered by this issue. He
thought t9at change to Industrial Sign District was the result of an error on the
part of the city years back and he didn't see that as applicable at this time.
He felt this change would expand the Industrial Sign District too close to the
freeway area and he was opposed to that.
Councilmaq Murray agreed, saying he was reversing his previous posltlon. There
seemed to be substantial investment in that park area, he said, and although
he was no~ sure the sign code had much effect he thought it desirable' to accommodate
the park areas as much as possible.
Rollcall vote was taken on the motion for final approval. Motion was
defeated, Council members Keller and Hamel voting aye; Council members
Murray, Bradley, Haws and Shirey voting no.
It was understood the issue would be taken to the next joint meeting of the Planning
Commission and the Council.
Council Bill No. 723 - Adding to City Code Sections 7.270 and 7.275 re:
Alley assessments, read the first time on January 27, 1975
and held lacking unanimous consent for second reading,
was read the second time by council bill number only, there being no council member.
present requesting that it be read in full.
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Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller that the bill be approved and
given final passage.
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Manager explained that the city attorney had given the oplnlon that there would be'
no legal problem because of assessing alley improvements on the basis of zoning,
this in response to questions raised at the time this bill was introduced.
Rollcall vote was taken on approval and final passage.. Motion carried,
all council members present voting aye, and the bill was declared passed
and numbered 17253.
Council Bill No. 728
Amending City Code Sections 3.005, 3.010, 3~233, and
4.316 and repealing Section 3.237 re: Gambling license
and table fees and wager limits was read the first time
number and title only, there being no council member present
it be read in full.
by council bill
requesting that
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller 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. Motion carried unanimously and the bill was read the
second time by council bill number only.
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Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller that the bill be approved and given final
passage. Rollcall vote. All council members present voting aye, the bill was de-
clared passed and numbered 17254.
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Council Bill No. 729 - Calling hearing March 24, 1975 re: Vacation of
West 2nd Avenue between Jefferson Street and Madison Street was read the first time
by council bill number and title only, there being no council members present re-
questing that it be read in full.
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller 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. Motion carried unanimously and the bill was read the
second time by council bill number only.
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller that the bill be approved and given final
passage. Rollcall vote. All council members present voting aye, the bill was de-
clared passed and numbered 17255.
Council Bill No. 730 - Levying assessments for paving, sidewalks, and storm sewer
on Norkenzie Road from Cal Young Road to Belt Line Road (73-18) was read the first time
by council bill number and title only, there being no council member present requesting
that it be read in full.
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller that the bill be referred to Assessment Panel
for hearing on February 17, 1975 and brought back for Council consideration of panel
recommendation on February 24, 1975. Motion carried unanimously.
Council Bill No. 731 - Levying assessments for sanitary sewer on Royal Avenue from
600 feet west of Candlelight Drive to 160 feet west of Terry Street (74-06) was read
the first time by council bill number and title only, there being no council member
present requesting that it be read in full.
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Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller that the bill be referred to Assessment Panel
for hearing on February 17, 1975 and brought back for Council consideration of panel
recommendation on February 24, 1975. Motion carried unanimously.
Council Bill No. 732 - Levying assessments for paving and storm sewer on Happy Lane
from Goodpasture Island Road to 450 feet south/ and streets within Delta View Subdivi-
sion (74-13) was read the first time by council bill number and title only, there being
no council member present requesting that it be read in full.
Mr. Murray moved seconded by'Mr. Keller that the bill be referred to Assessment Panel
for hearing on February 17, 1975 and brought back for Council consideration of panel
recommendation on Feburary 24, 1975. Motion carried unanimously.
Council Bill No. 733 - Levying assessments for paving and storm sewer on 18th
Avenue from 100 feet northeast of Harvard Drive to 1056 feet west of Bailey Hill Road
(74-22) was read the first time by council bill number and title only, there being no
council member present requesting that it be read in full.
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller that the bill be referred to Assessment Panel
for hearing on February 17, 1975 and brought back for Council consideration of panel
recommendation on February 24, 1975. Motion carried unanimously.
Council Bill No. 734 - Levying assessments for sanitary sewer on Calvin Street
from Dulles Avenue to 300 feet north (74-26) was read the first time by council bill
number and title only, there being no council member present requesting that it be
read in full.
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Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller that the bill be referred to Assessment Panel
for hearing on February 17, 1975 and brought back for Council consideration of panel
recommendation on February 24, 1975. Motion carried unanimOUSly.
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Council Bill No. 735 - Levying assessment for sanitary sewer south of Storey Boulevard,
east of Friendly Street, and west of View Lane (74-51), was read the first time by
council bill number and title only, there being no council member present request-
ing that i tl be read in full. .
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller that the bill be referred to Assessment Panel
for hearing on February 17, 1975 and brought back for Council consideration of panel
recommendat.ion on February 24, 1975. Motion carried unanimously.
IV - Resolutions.
Resolution No. 2367 - Authorizing rate increase for airport limousine service to
$2.50 per passenger each way was read by number and title.
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Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller to adopt the resolution. Rollcall vote.
Motion carried, all council members present voting aye.
',. Resolution No. 2368 - Supporting State legislation re: Acquisition of Wayne Morse
ranch property in Eugene for state park was read by nubmer and title.
Mr. Murray ~oved seconded by Mr. Keller to adopt the resolution. Rollcall vote.
Motion carried, all council members present voting aye.
Resolution No. 2369 - Amending Resolution No. 1761 re: Establishing Council
hearing panel was read by number and title.
In response to Councilman Haws, Manager explained that the resolution was effecting
a change in bylaws which has been in practice but for some reason was not put into
written form. He read the resolution in full.
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Mr. Murray,moved seconded :by Mr. Keller to adopt the resolution. ,Rollcall vote.
Motion carried, all council members present voting aye.
Resolution No. 2370 - Authorizing Manager's certification of signatures on
vouchers re: Community Development block grant funds was read by number and title.
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller to adopt the resolution. Rollcall vote.
Motion carried, all council members present voting aye.
Resolution No~ 2371 - Authorizing payment of bills, claims, and progress pay-
ments for period January 27 through February 10, 1975 was read by number and title.
Mr. Murray moved seconded by Mr. Keller to adopt the resolution. Rollcall vote.
Motion carried, all councilmerllbers present voting aye.
Upon motion duly made, seconded, and carried, the meeting was adjourned
to Monday, February 24, 1975.
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