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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/16/1980 Meeting -. M I NUT E S e EUGENE CITY COUNCIL July 16, 1980 Adjourned meeting of the City Council of the City of Eugene, Oregon, was called to order by His Honor Mayor Gus Keller at 11:30 a.m., July 16, 1980, in the City Council Chamber, Eugene, Oregon, with the following councilors present: Betty Smith, Scott Lieuallen, Brian Obie, Eric Haws, Jack Delay, D. W. Hamel, and Gretchen Miller. Councilor Emily Schue was absent. I. ITEMS FROM MAYOR & COUNCIL, APPOINTMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS, AGENDA ADJUSTMENTS A. City/KEED Baseball Game Mayor Keller noted that additional staff are needed to play baseball at Civic Stadium on July 26,1980, at 6:15 p.m. He volunteered Councilors Lieuallen, Hamel, Obie, and Smith to play on this team. B. City Manager Announces Resignation e Mr. Henry said that he had an announcement to make. "This morning I am announcing to you, to our City staff, and to the public, my resignation as City Manager of Eugene effective the beginninq of 1981 or shortly thereafter, dependi ng upon when my repl acement is aboard. "Because I have enjoyed working and achieving much with all of you, and because I see many interesting challenges and experiences ahead for city government in Eugene, I naturally have some strong feelings of regret. I shall particularly miss my many supportive staff associates. On the other hand, after much reflec- tion, Helen and I believe a change in my career direction is appropriate and timely for both ourselves and the city. I have been serving on the municipal battle lines as a city manager, interrupted only by two- or three-week vacations for 27 years and have been working professionally with local governments for more than 32 years. Shortly I shall be sneaking by the age of 60. Although I feel relatively energetic and have not been ill a single day since arrivinq in Eugene or for the past 20 years, the work demands on the Eugene City Manaqer position are growing more rapidly than even the city. "The mayor of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, a venerable sage in Wisconsin local government politics, once remarked that city managers are truly miqrant workers of the municipal fields. This is a slightly exaggerated description of the hardships of my work environment particularly as relates to income. In fact, I have diligently sought to refute his observation through my career, in one instance e 7/16/80--1 . . by staying put in a city for sixteen and one-half years. Also, we do not intend to migrate from Eugene after five and one-half years as we have too many qood e friends here in this very special community. On the other hand, most people, including myself, do not relish toiling in the municipal or any other fields at a faster and more furious pace than ever at age 60. Besides, this business is beginning to interfere with my downhill skiing program. This means a new manager for a new council in 1981. "I wi sh to say that I have enjoyed a strong sense of accompl i shment and appre- ciate deeply the fine cooperative team work of a very able staff, two dedicated mayors and councils, and a supportive community. I do not wish to bore every- body more than I already have in the past by pridefully pointing to the lonq list of our staff accomplishments enumerated on the status reports of our priority work programs. Besides, that type of good news never seems to make the news. For me, however, those lists represent many positive work experiences and I hope lasting contributions by staff, starting in my case with the City Charter overhaul of 1975-76. I could also produce a list of non-successes and frus- trations, many of which are churning around in intergovernmental forums today. Even there, we have met with some recent successes; namely, the creation of the convention bureau, which followed an unwanted attempt by the County to levy additional room taxes to perform this function. Also by way of mini-successes, Stan Long and I were able to peddle off to the County a piece of the old jail after years of hassling. "Before closing, I really only wish to remark briefly on just two other categories of activities which have been providing me with a good bit of psychic income or satisfaction, as well as travail. e "During the past year, under somewhat adverse conditions while being short of staff and funds, I am proud to have played a role in firmly establishing and beginning the implementation of the "Eugene Plan." For the first time in recent history, the city will have a reasonable and logical process for developing its budget and an assurance of funding for basic city operations, and they are very basic. Important groundwork for the eventual adoption of the pl an started with the notorious mid-year budget cutbacks, followed by the genesis of the concept by Councilors Delay and Obie, its adoption by voters on May 20, and I hope eventual approval of Tier 2 by the voters in September. Although I have taken some brickbats during this process and on past financial practices, which are steadily being improved (not the~brickbats), no city in Oregon has done a better job with its financial problems. We perce ived and acted on our fi sc al crisis well ahead of all other jurisdictions. "Finally, it has been my pleasure and responsibil ity to put together and to assist the staff teams which are overseeing the planning, construction, and operation of the Performing Arts Center and the Hotel-Conference Center. With respect to the former, I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Gus, Les Anderson, Maurie Jacobs and others in nursing this project into reality, starting with the negotiations with the Auditorium Association. With respect to the Hotel- Conference Center, although Charlie Kupper, I, and others have experienced many disappointments over several years in meetings with potential hotel developers, the recent council approval of the conference center contract with the developers e 7/16/80--2 . has brought sweet success--a downtown development historic turning point. I . hope that I shall be part of the momentous opening ceremonies of these two facilities just as I have had or will have on Monday the opportunity to be present for the groundbreakings. "In the meantime, I am looking forward to pursuing a somewhat less strenuous career and to probably pursue more academically and consultant-oriented activi- ties, to more participation in community volunteer service activities and to more leisure time activities, I hope. Again, thank you for the opportunity to serve." Mayor Keller thanked Mr. Henry and noted appreciation for his comments. He sa i d that if anyone can share with the capacity of attending meetings, this group can be more sensitive than anyone he knows. He indicated understanding for the remarks Mr. Henry had made and expressed appreciation. One of the major items as a city manager is the ability to take City Council goals and orchestrate them through the staff and that is one of the reasons for such success in the past few years. Mr. Henry has shown tremendous management ability and the city should be grateful. He noted various achievements that had occurred during the span of time which Mr. Henry has been City Manager. Mayor Ke 11 er accepted wi th regret this resignation. C. Appointments Mr. Henry noted that the council subcommittee recommended Mary Farrell to fill the unexpired term of Robert Loomis ending January 1, 1981, on the Downtown e Development Board. She resides at 1635 Braeman Village. The Mayor also nomi- nated Curtis Simic to complete the unexpired term of William Boyd on the Civic Center Commission. Mr. Simic resides at 2165 Elysium. Ms. Smith moved, seconded by Mr. Lieuallen, that the Mayor'S recommendations for appointments be approved. Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously. D. Meetings/Happenings Mr. Henry stated that the Eugene Performing Arts Commission meeting for tonight is canceled and would be rescheduled for August 20, 1980. A barbeque will be held at the Elks Lodge for the Kakegawa visitors at 6 p.m. on Sunday. The Hilton groundbreaking will occur on Monday at 11 a.m. The topping off ceremony will occur on Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. Springfield Night will occur on July 30, 1980, following the Spectra-Physics dedication at 5:30 p.m. - 7/16/80--3 E. Agenda Additions Mr. Henry noted that payments of bills and claims would be added at the end e of the agenda. F. Letter from Mr. Harrison--Mobile Park Mr. Henry noted that although this item has been filed in court, the attorneys are trying to resolve the issue out of court. They have offered the developer an opportunity to be heard before the Hearings Official but the developer has not responded. to this. Manager feel s that the current process shoul d befo 11 owed rather than the council intervening at this time. Mr. Haws arrived at the meeting. Mr. Obie said that he hopes this issue can be resolved amiably and expressed concern for the cost of legal enforcement. Mr. Lieuallen noted that staff must determine how important this policy is and when occasional bending is necessary to accommodate. the pub 1 i c . G. Introduction of Assistant City Manager Mr. Henry introduced David Whitlow, the new Assistant City Manaqer. Mayor Keller indicated that he would look forward to working with him. H. A Response to Letter Regarding the Height of Fences Mr. Haws gave a letter to Mr. Henry that he had received reqardinq the allowable e height for fences in back yards. Jim Farah, Planning, noted that this would be considered in the code update process. Mr. Haws asked that Mr. Henry prepare a short reply. II. ROUTINE ITEMS FOR COUNCIL APPROVAL A. Approval of Council Minutes of June 25, 1980 Ms. Smith moved, seconded by Mr. Lieuallen, to approve council minutes of June 25, 1980. Roll call vote; motion carried unani- mously. B. Improvement Projects 1. Hickory Lane (affected property on petition: assessable costs; paving, total front footage 1,472.85 feet, front footage peti- tioned 932.65 feet, 63.3 percent; City costs, storm sewer, $6,000). Res. No. 3398--A resolution authorizing street paving and storm sewer construction in Hickory Lane from Sweetgum Lane to Garden Way (1852). . 7/16/80--4 , Ms. Smith moved, seconded by Mr. Lieuallen, to adopt the resolution. e Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously. 2. Paving of 26th Avenue between Riverview Street and Augusta Street Res. No. 3399--A resolution authorizing street paving on 26th Avenue from Riverview Street to Augusta Street (469). Ms. Smith moved, seconded by Mr. Lieuallen, to adopt the resolu- tion. Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously. C. Call for Public Hearings 1. Easement vacation for Jack and Opal Batchelor (map distributed) (EV 80-2) CB 2176--Call for public hearing for September 3, 1980, re: vacation of 14-foot-wide public utility easement located off a cul-de-sac on the east side of Dillard Road, north of Fox Hollow Road. Ms. Smith moved, seconded by Mr. Lieuallen, that the bill be read the second time by council bill number only, with unanimous consent of the council, and that enactment be considered at this time. Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously. Council Bill 2176 was read the second time by council bill number only. e Ms. Smith moved, seconded by Mr. Lieuallen, that the bill be approved and given final passage. Roll call vote; all councilors present voting aye, the bill was declared passed and numbered 18682. 2. Street closure of Ruskin Street, north of Dove Lane (memo and map distributed) Ms. Smith moved, seconded by Mr. Lieuallen, to call a public hearing for July 28, 1980, for council to consider a recommenda- tion for street closure of Ruskin Street, north of Dove Lane. Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously. III. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. New Liquor License Outlet: Campus Arco (package store license); located at 689 East 19th Avenue; Applicant: James Ewry Mr. Henry noted that all is in order with this application, but it may be establishing a precedent that the council may not wish to establish, since it is a service station. Ms. Smith noted that the owner is planning to put in a small store as well e as continuing his service station operation, and asked if other service stations 7/16/80--5 . have done this. Mr. Henry responded that some service stations do sell other items. Mr. Obie indicated that he would probably discourage this type of situation; he does not see its value. Mr. Lieuallen asked if the owner is e pl anni ng a grocery store and Ms. Smith responded that he is. Mr. Henry not ed that this would be a convenience market with no fresh foods. Mr. Lieu a 11 en stated he does not have concerns regarding this type of situation since a number of country stores have been doing this for years. He would like to know if anyone has reason to think this might be a problem. Mr. Hamel said that he . would be inclined to discourage this situation. He is concerned about employees of the service station that might be under 18 and he would like to know what OLCC would say about that. Mayor Keller indicated that the owner is present. Mr. Haws stated that if they intend to sell beer and wine employees would have" to be 21. He does not know if the counci 1 has grounds to di sallow the appl ica- tion on that basis. Public hearing was opened. James Ewry, 689 East 19th Avenue, stated that he is the applicant and that the store will be a convenience store with a gas station, and they would be carryinq $5,000 worth of merchandise in the store, not including beer and wine. This would be similar to 7-Eleven stores and it would be a completely separate operation from the service station. He indicated that he has met all of the OLCC qualifications. Ms. Smith asked the applicant what the hours for each portion of the business enterprise would be. Mr. Ewry responded they would be open at the same time and the hours had not been definitely decided but it would probably be from 7:30 e a.m. to 10 or 11 p.m. There being no further testimony, public hearing was closed. Ms. Smith moved, seconded by Mr. L i eua 11 en, to forward the app 1 i- cation to OLCC with recommendation for approval, subject to conditions, if any. Mr. Obie said that many of his concerns have been dealt with by the applicant and he feels much more comfortable with the situation now. Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously. Mayor Keller noted that the council would be watching this venture with great interest. Mr. Ewry said that a similar situation already exists in the Gateway area of Springfield. B. Mahlon Sweet Field Aircraft Tiedown Lighting System (memo distributed); tabulation to be provided at meeting) Mr. Henry indicated that he had just received information on the bids and the low bid is in the amount of $31,755, which seems to be a reasonable bid. He would recommend approval. . 7/16/80--6 Don Gilman, Public Works, stated that this project goes along with the tiedown . contract and it would' be 90-percent funded by the FAA. He urged the council to approve this item. Public hearing was opened. There being no testimony, public hearing was closed. Ms. Smith moved, seconded by Mr. Lieuallen, to approve and award the contract, subject to FAA approval. Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously. IV. NORTHWEST REGIONAL ENERGY BILL--QUESTION-AND-ANSWER SESSION (memo distributed) Mr. Henry introduced Greg Page, Technology Coordinator, City Manager's Office, to provide background information. The basic emphasis of the legislation, as far as the council should be concerned, is that it significantly alters the role and the control of the City and EWEB in conservation and new generation. If legislation were to pass, control would be by a Federally appointed council, and on a regional basis rather than a local basis. Locally, conservation has been dealt with by working with the City Council's Energy Conservation Policy Board and EWEB to make it cost-effective rather than promoting new generation. The theory has been that the rate payer will benefit directly from conservation rather than the cost of new generation. This has worked locally. e Mr. Lieuallen asked for examples of the current rate and what the cost would be for new generation, including conservation. Mr. Page responded that current rates are 1.5 cents per kilowatt hour and the cost of new generation is approxi- mately 4.0 cents per kilowatt hour. Conservation costs less than 2 cents per kilowatt hour. It is unclear how conservation and the role of the council would be affec~ed if the legislation were passed. The Federal council advising the BPA administrator would be selected by the Federal Secretary of Energy. The proponents of the bill state that the administrator of this council would set standards for each utility and then they would be given differential preference rates on the wholesale rate of power when compliance is achieved, and it would be up to the local utilities to implement. The opponents disagree, saying that the Federal government has a track record of not involving local governments and there is no reason to think that this council will be able to set adequate standards. They believe that this would entail another layer of government taking control and mandating actions with no input from local governments. Also, the cost of enforcement may be passed on to the local government. At present, EWEB is receiving a preferential customer rating with lower rates from Bonneville Power Administration. They are given a certain allocation of power to take care of the needs of EWEB and their load growth until 1990. At that time EWEB will need approximately 100 megawatts to generate with their own resources and contracts. EWEB is currently responsible for their load growth, which is now approximately 10 megawatts per year, and growing at six percent a year. With conservation, it is hoped that the rate of increase would drop to four percent. EWEB's plans for new generation are not clear, nor is the role of the e 7/16/80--7 City Council. EWES is not disclosing its program. They may feel at this point that if they announce their plans, they would have this'subtracted from their allocation from SPA. They also are concerned about confidentiality. In regard to the enforcement impact, the proponents believe that the planning and e financing of new generation should be region-wide and the priority should be established. Each utility should comply with any conservation guidelines. Opponents fear that Federal guidelines for conservation would take a long time to establish, and there would be legal challenges which could delay construction of new power plants. They do not feel that further incentives are necessary. The bill passed the Senate in the spring, was referred and pa$sed by the House Commerce Committee, and is now in the Water/Power Subcommittee of the Interim Committee. This bill will be subject to many amendments before it gets to its final form. This will be decided before it goes to the House floor. There will be a joint meeting between the Senate and the House Conference Committee. Legislation that is referred to the Conference Committee generally passes. Any rewriting of this bill would be done under the strong influence of Senator Jackson, who is a proponent of the bill. Mr. Lieuallen asked, in regard to the proponents' feeling that power should be generated regionally, what would happen to local utilities who wish to build independently, and what would happen if EWES sells excess power? Mr. Page responded EWES does currently sell excess power generated by the Weyerhaeuser co-generator facility. If the legislation passes, EWES would have to justify that wind or co-generation was cost-effective regionally above other kinds of proposed new generation. Mr. Lieuallen asked if the regional bill has its greatest impact on financing abilities. Mr. Page responded that the benefits of the financing aspects of the bill do not affect municipal-utilities as much as privately owned utilities. EWES will have increased wholesale electrical rates e from SPA to compensate for sharing of the risks of investor-owned utilities. Mr. Delay stated that under the bill, utilities could build at no risk even if the new plants never operated or functioned properly. He also wanted to know if all the Jiability would go to the regional system, and yet those utilities constructing new generation plants would still get power at a lower cost. Mr. Page responded that was the intent of the bill. Mr. Delay asked if there was any mechanism to mandate safety. Mr. Page responded that there was not and cost overruns could be involved. He noted that proponents say that this financing system is risky, but risks must be taken in order to provide what is necessary. Opponents ask why anyone should be given special treatment. Mr. Delay indicated there was a record of the very poor construction management previously and feels it would be worse if the liability were removed. He also asked if the Regional Council has any authority beyond that of an advisory capac i ty. Mr. Page responded that they, would be in an advisory capacity to the administrator. They would have no pol ice powers but they would have financial authority. Mr. Delay asked what the impact on cost would be for power melding and Mr. Page responded that the costs would be higher. Mr. Delay expressed concern that this would not be cost-effective and asked if the bill would ensure that thermal generation would have more advantages that it does now. Mr. Page responded that it depends upon whether the new plants would work or not. Mr. Delay asked whether direct service industries would be taking advantage of power melding costs, particularly due to the high cost of aluminum e 7/16/80--8 products. He asked if those were still being subsidized. Mr. Page stated that e they are. The costs to those direct service industries would be less than the real cost. Mr. Delay asked what the total amount of power being consumed in Eugene is right now. Mr. Page responded that Eugene consumes 300 megawatts. Mr. Delay stated that the preference clause has been essentially eliminated. Mr. Page responded that it has been substantially altered in terms of low-cost power. Proponents say that the supply is ensured, that opponents are wondering why they cannot get a .firm contract for power such as the direct service indus- tries receive. Mr. Delay asked if investor-owned utilities and direct service industries would get a much better deal than public utilities would receive. Mr. Page responded that that is his personal opinion. Mayor Keller asked how much power the aluminum companies are using. Mr. Page responded that they are using 25 percent of BPA1s total output. Mayor Ke ller noted that the council would like additional information and indicated that he would like for Mr. Page to request that EWES provide a report back regarding their future plans. The memo from Mr. Page indicates that they will appear on the agenda of the July 30 meeting. Mr. L ieuallen indicated that there are many object ionable port ions of this bill and there are a few good points. For example, last fall when the council discussed work programs for conservation, they looked at other cities to see how they had set up their processes and whether Eugene should establish a broad-based energy conservation policy board. He would hate to see this process curtailed by regional legislation. If the administrators created an energy conservation e program it would probably be blanket. He feels that if local control were maintained, the City of Eugene would be better off. The Federal government has des igned ot her progr ams th at have not worked as they were supposed to. He expressed surprise that the Eugene Register-Guard is supportive of this. He ' feels it would cripple any local control for energy conservation. Mayor Keller said that there is still a general confusion about the bill and many concerns. The counc ill s ma i n concern is whether the 1 ack of the ab il i ty in the regional bill would override current ability. Mr. Delay indicated that the City of Eugene has advanced faster than the Federal government and he does not need any more IIhelp from the Feds.1I V. CONOEMNATION AUTHORIZATION (memo and map distributed) Mr. Henry stated that these are additional easements for expansion of the Willa- kenzie sanitary sewer pump station. They hope to begin construction in September on the east bank. CS 2177--An ordinance authorizing the institution of proceedings in eminent domain for the acquisition by condemnation of temporary construction permits and permanent easements for expansion of the Wi 11 akenzi e Sanit ary Sewer Pump Stat ion and construct ion ofH the east bank interceptor sewer from the existing Springfield Treatment Plant to the proposed regional treatment plant; and e declaring an emergency. 7/16/80--9 Ms. Smith moved, seconded by Mr. lieuallen, that the bill be read the second time by council bill number only, with unanimous e consent of the council, and that enactment be considered at this time. Mr. lieuallen asked about financing difficulties on this project and asked for a status report. Mr. Gilman responded that EPA may release some of the frozen funds within the next few months. The City of Eugene would receive approximately $5 million and more funds might be available from next year's EPA budget. Mr. Gilman said that the easement acquisition is not eligible for Federal dollars and would be paid for by local bond funding. Mr. lieuallen asked what the cost would be. Mr. Gilman replied that they will attempt to negotiate without condemnation, but they will pay the people for the use of their land. Costs should be recovered in lower bids from the contractors. Mr. lieuallen asked if they had attempted to lease the area. Mr. Gilman responded they will try to get temporary use of the land for this project. Mr. lieuallen asked if they would be able to look ahead with the project with EPA funds. Mr. Gilman said they could do the easement but not the project if they did not receive the EPA funds. Mr. Henry noted that the easements may have to occur before they would qualify for construction funds: Mr. Gilman stated there woul d have to be permanent easements but not necessarily temporary ones. Ms. Smith noted that the timing question is uncertain to her. She asked if this could be delayed and put into another construction season. She noted the intent is to negotiate, not condemn. Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously. e Council Bill 2177 was read the second time by council bill number only. Ms. Smith moved, seconded by Mr. lieuallen, that the bill be approved and given final passage. Roll call vote; all councilors present vot i ng aye, the bi 11 was dec 1 ared passed and numbered 18683. VI. ADDENDUM TO TRI-AGENCY lEASE AGREEMENT (memo distributed) Mr. Henry noted that this would be changing the rental period in the lease agreement from 15 to 30 years, which would result in lower costs of Tri-Agency by about $12,000 per year. Mr. Obie stated he is concerned about the accounting method being used and noted that the City does not have money in the budget for this. He would rather see the City's contributions increased rather than the lease agreement being changed. Mr. Delay said that this was included in the budget and seemed to be a rational method at the time it was considered. This was not looked at as just another way to get money. The board thought that 30 years would be helpful and more in keeping with the terms of the current financing mechanisms. Consideration was given to the amortization of costs to build the shelter. e 7/16/80--10 . . - Marge Beck, staff for Tri-Agency, stated that Mr. Delay did a good 'job of - explaining the situation. The City would recover the costs more slowly in this manner and the Policy Board agreed. Mr. Obie asked if the City has budgeted for this and Mr. Henry responded that they have. Ms. Smith moved, seconded by Mr. Lieuallen, to authorize the City Manager to execute an amended 30-year Tri-Aqency lease agreement, contingent upon the agreement of the other jurisdictions. Ms. Beck noted that Springfield has already approved this. VII. PAYMENT OF BILLS AND CLAIMS Mr. Henry said that due to the change in fiscal years, it is necessary to approve the payment of bills and claims according to the particular fiscal year. At the July 14, 1980, council meeting, the council approved the bills and claims through the end of June 1980, and this resolution would authorize payments of bills and claims incurred from July 1, 1980, through July 16, 1980. He noted that a listing of bills and claims has been distributed. Res. No. 3400--A resolution authorizing payment of bills and claims for the period July 1, 1980, through July 16, 1980. Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously. e Meeting was recessed to the McNutt Room for Item VIII--Metropol~tan Plan Update. VIII. METRO PLAN UPDATE Mr. Croteau noted that the memo distributed outlined the major disagreements with Lane County. They are: 1. Issues relating to conversion from urbanizable to urban land, and provision of key urban services; 2. Land uses around the airport; 3. Jurisdictional boundary and responsibility and text agreement to seek plan amendment within jurisdictional boundary. He stated that the memo has been given to the Springfield City Council for amending and adopting their own plan. Their adoption of the amended plan will take place on August 5, 1980. One plan is desired that will represent complete agreement between Eugene and Springfield. Mayor Keller noted that they had strived for unanimous agreement but they were unable to obtain it; Lane County was not in agreement. In regard to policy 12 on page II-B-5, Mr. Delay stated that it is implicit that it would have to be designed to meet proposed density requirements and Mr. Croteau assured him that it would. Mr. Farah said that this would be accomplished through the Public Works Department. Mr. Delay asked if it was correct that development would not occur without concurrence and Mr. e 7/16/80--11 . . Farah responded that is correct. Mr. Croteau said that it is important for the council to realize that Lane County does not agree with the cities' version of e th is po 1 icy. In regard to land use around the airport, Mr. Croteau stated that it is important to realize they have retained the language that the City will purchase land around the airport at fair market value. Mayor Keller noted that some negotia- tion for a small parcel is occurring now and Mr. Hamel asked how long that would take. Mr. Farah responded that once under negotiation, it could occur within a few months to a year. Mr. Hamel asked how many years the City of Eugene is look i ng ahead. Mr. Henry responded 20 years. There will be sufficient land for that time period. There are three pending agreements with property owners on the price if the FAA will agree to them. Mr. Delay expressed concern with the language of POlicy 14, page III-F-7. He indicated that he agrees with the intent but not with the language and does not feel it is clear. He suggested deleting the word IIboth.1I Mayor Keller stated that the County feels that the City should purchase all the land surrounding the airport at the highest possible price, but the City generally does that anyway. What they offered was to buy only agricultural land. Because the land is zoned Agricultural, the County thinks the City is not paying enough money. Mayor Keller asked what is being paid for the land north of the airport. Mr. Henry responded that the City is paying about twice what they thought they would have to pay. The County allowed a residential subdivision in that area and did not notify the City so now the City is having to pay more for the land. Mr. Obie noted that there is a conflict of interest since the City owns the airport, but Mr. Delay stated that there is not a conflict of interest unless there would be something for one of the individuals on the City staff or City Council to gain, such as if they owned the e land personally. Any planning decisions would be a conflict of interest in that context. Mr. Lieuallen compared this to what ~appened in the South Hills when one City department zoned the land and another department acquired it. Mr. Obie noted that if it were zoned first, there could be a difference in the price, and that would seem to be a direct conflict. Mr. Delay said that would only be the case if 'it were down-zoned, but that is not the case. Mr. Croteau stated in regard to jurisdictional boundary and responsibility that Springfield and Eugene have agreed. Steve Gordon, L-COG, pointed out the jurisdictional boundary on the map. Mayor Keller stated that the City approved the urban growth boundary last week and the County approved it yesterday. Mr. Gordon noted that, in regard to the jurisdictional boundary, any plan text or diagram changes would be subjecting a jurisdiction to the amendment procedures. Mr. Gordon stated that the Lane County Commissioners met yesterday and discussed amending this item but approved only the urban growth boundary, not the jurisdic- tional boundary. Mr. Croteau stated that there is another major disagreement which came up in the EEOC meeting on Monday--that of property between Awbrey Lane and Enid Road. Mr. Gordon stated that there are existing industrial uses in that area and the City has adopted the zoning for that area to be agricultural-realted industrial. The County said that it is zoned M-3 and they will designate Heavy Industrial in their adopted plan. Mr. Delay asked if that meant that the County would, in their metro plan, show this as only industrial. Mr. Gordon responded that was correct. e 7/16/80--12 e Ms. Smith asked when the plans would be returned from LCDC and Mayor Keller responded that was uncertain. Mr. Croteau stated that in the July 14, 1980, memo from L-COG regarding Santa Clara and Willow Creek, three areas were discussed as being appropriate to convert from urbanizable to urban, but they lack minimum key urban services. These areas would not be needed within the next five years. They are, however, in logical service provision areas and should be included so that public utility planning can begin. Mr. Farah noted that he hopes the council will adopt the plan on July 28, 1980. Springfield will be considering the amended plan for adoption on August 4 and then be submitting their amended plan to LCDC. Mr. Delay wondered if compliance could be received on the urban growth boundary, since Eugene and Springfield agree on that item along with Lane County. Mr. Farah noted that would put Eugene in the position of being able to annex land. They will have to continue to work to get the differences resolved with the County. In regard to Policy 11, page III-F-6, Mr. Croteau stated that the bracketed portion would be deleted. The first version shows what was recommended by the Eugene and Springfield planning commissions and the second version was recommended by the Lane County Planning Commission. Mr. Lieual1en asked if Eugene and Springfield had agreed on this. Mr. Croteau responded that they had, e and the concern was that the track record with development in AV zoning has not been good. These lands will have to be acquired whether they have been developed or not. In regard to Finding 9, Mr. Lieual1en stated that rehabilitation is generally more energy cost-effective than building new structures. He presumes that was the Historic Review Board's position. Mr. Farah said that was correct, but existing structures are not neccessari1y easily converted to new uses. The meeting was adjourned to July 28, 1980. Respectfully submitted, Charles T. Henry J City Manager (Recorded by Lynda Nelson) CTH:LN:ky:kb/CM7bl - 7/16/80--13