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M I NUT E S
Eugene City Council
e July 22, 1981
11:30 a.m.
PRESENT: Brian Obie, Betty Smith, Mark Lindberg, D. W. Hamel, and Emily Schue.
ABSENT: Mayor Gus Keller and Councilors Eric Haws and Cynthia Wooten.
Adjourned meeting of the City Council of the City of Eugene, Oregon, was called
to order by Council President Gretchen Miller.
I. ITEMS FROM MAYOR & COUNCIL, APPOINTMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS, AGENDA ADJUSTMENTS
A. Determination of Public Hearing Closure
Ms. Miller stated that in regard to Agenda Item IV--Spyglass-Greenview Bikeway
Connector--the public hearing has been closed and it will not be re-opened
unless the chair is overruled by the council.
B. L-COG Questionnaire
Ms. Schue requested that the councilors complete the L-COG questionnaire and
return it to Elaine Stewart, acting council assistant.
e C. Eugene Fire Department Information
Mr. Lindberg stated that last Thursday, he spent 24 hours as a volunteer with
the Eugene Fire Department. The 'people in this department are a highly commit-
ted, technically proficient, professional group of individuals. Fire service
includes more than dealing with just fires. As a result of his visit with the
Fire Department, he urged the council to support a bill in the State legislature,
as a priority one item, for cigarettes that are self-extinguishing. This could
alleviate 25 to 30 percent of the fire deaths that occur in Oregon.
D. Request for Amendment to Section 9.254 of the Eugene City Code
Mr. Lindberg stated that there are some operators of day care centers in
Eugene who are unwittingly violating City and State ordinances. He requested
that staff prepare a code amendment to address the maximum number of children
allowed to participate in family day care. He would request that this be a
maximum of five children rather than three.
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E. Appointments
e Michea1 Gleason, City Manager, stated that the Mayor has nominated the following
individuals to the Downtown Development Board: David lunney, 580 West 8th, to
complete the unexpired term of Mary Farrell ending January 1, 1982; and Nita
Robertson, 1436 Fetters loop, to complete the unexpired term of Dan Childress
ending January 1, 1982. Mr. Gleason stated that the Mayor would also like to
nominate Errol McPheeters to the Eugene Traffic Safety Commission.
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to appoint the Mayor's
nominations to the Downtown Development Board and to the Eugene
Traffic Safety Commission.
Mr. Obie stated he is pleased with Ms. Robertsonls appointment as she has
expressed concern in the past regarding downtown employees I parking.
Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously.
F. Appointments to Joint Housing Committee, Eugene Urban Renewal Agency,
and Community Development Committee
Mr. Gleason stated that at a special City Council meeting held this morning, the
following appointments were made to the Joint Housing Committee: Carolyn
Freng1e, 1791 Olive, for a term expiring January 1, 1984; and John Vanlandingham,
1172 West 5th Avenue, for a term expiring January 1, 1984. The fo 11 owi ng
appointments were made to the Eugene Urban Renewal Agency: Dustin Posner, 983
West 10th Avenue, for a term expiring July 10, 1985; John Matott, 2226 Columbia,
for a term expiring July 10, 1985; and Tom Schott, 2011 Dogwood Drive, to
e complete the unexpired term of Jack Delay ending July 10, 1984. The fo 11 owi ng
appointments were made to the Community Development Committee: A1 an Garten, 119
North Adams, to complete the unexpired term of Deirdre Malarkey ending January 1,
1982.
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to approve the recommenda-
t ions for appo i ntment. Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously.
G. Joint School District 4-J and City Council Meeting
Mr. Gleason stated that a joint meeting between School District 4-J and the City
Council will be held at 7:30 p.m. The date is tentatively scheduled for
August 18, and it will be a dessert meeting. St aff wi 11 have made recommendat ions
prior to that meeting and the school board will explain their position to the
counci 1. This will give the council a chance to explain their concerns of the
impact on the planning program.
H. Changes in Motor Vehicles Division Services
Mr. Gleason stated that the Motor Vehicles Divisionis field office will move
to a new location in the Edgewood Shopping Center at 40th and Donald. The south
Eugene office will provide increased customer parking and lobby space.
Ms. Miller asked about earlier concerns expressed by the public on a possible
relocation of a motor vehicles office from Franklin Boulevard.
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He introduced John Descutner, administrator of the Motor Vehicles Division.
Mr. Descutner stated they do not intend to locate an office at that location.
e He said that on August 4, they will begin a pilot program of a drive test center
for the Eugene-Springfield area at 1401 Walnut Street. This center will be for
testing of applicants for instruction permits and driver licenses. They are
trying to improve customer service, reduce costs, and improve the quality and
uniformity of drivers' tests.
I. Urban Development Act ion Grant Awards
Mr. Gleason introduced Bob Thomas, HCC.
Mr. Thomas stated that the UDAG application was completed and forwarded to HUD
on April 30, 1981. An initial UDAG award of $83,000 was granted to the City of
Eugene. This was $500 more than was requested in that area. This is a small
grant by HUD standards, but it was the only grant awarded in this round to
Washington, California, and Oregon. This will be used to revitalize a historic
building in the Whiteaker neighborhood and will possibly be the only neighborhood-
based grant to be awarded. HUD feels the grant application and the project are
good. Chris Hoffman, Carol Glazier, and other staff have worked hard on this
along with the representatives from NEDCO and the Planning and Public Works
Departments. They would like to help NEDCO promote this project so they are
planning Sunday Night on Blair for July 26. He introduced Glen Gibons to
provide additional information. Mr. Gibons stated that the counci 1 and staff
have been very supportive and NEDCO appreciates their assistance. He issued
an invitation to Sunday Night on Blair which will be a celebration on Sunday,
July 26, at 5 p.m. between West 3rd and 4th, and Blair and Van Buren. There
e will be entertainment and invitations will be sent.
II. ROUTINE ITEMS FOR COUNCIL APPROVAL
A. Approval of Amended City Council Minutes of March 18, 1981; Joint
City Council/Planning Commission Minutes of May 27, 1981; City Council
Work Session Minutes of June 6, 1981; and City Council Minutes of
June 8, 1981, June 10, 1981, and June 24, 1981.
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to approve the amended
City Council Minutes of March 18, 1981; the Joint City Council/
Planning Commission Minutes of May 27, 1981; the City Council Work
Session Minutes of June 6, 1981; and the City Council Minutes of
June 8, 1981, June 10, 1981, and June 24, 1981.
Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously.
B. Improvement Petitions
1. Horizon West 1st Addition (affected property on petition--assessable
costs: paving, total front footage, 1,885 feet, front footage
petitioned, 1,820 feet, 97 percent; sewers, 100 percent; City
cost, none)
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Res. No. 3540--A resolution authorizing street paving, sanitary sewer,
and storm sewer construction within Horizon West 1st
e Addition, and paving of Park Forest Drive from Hawkins Lane
to 65 feet east (1595).
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to adopt the resolution.
Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously.
2. Capitol Manor Subdivision (affected property on petition--assess-
able costs: sewers, total square footage 691,044 feet, square
footage petitioned, 78,706 feet, 11 percent; City cost, storm
sewer $14,00)
Res. No. 3541--A resolution authorizing storm sewer construction to
serve Capitol Manor Subdivision (500 feet north of Cal
Young Road from 300 feet east to 100 feet west of
Willakenzie Road, thence north approximately 600 feet to
the drainage ditch) (1975).
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to adopt the resolution.
Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously.
3. Dove Lane (affected property on petition--assessable costs:
paving, total front footage, 732 feet, total footage petitioned,
408 feet, 56 percent; City cost, storm sewer, $14,000)
Res. No. 3542--A resolution authorizing street paving and storm sewer
construction on Dove Lane from North Ruskin Street to 460
e feet east (1963).
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to adopt the resolution.
Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously.
4. Dellwood Drive (affected property on petition--assessable costs:
storm sewer, total square footage and square footage petitioned,
33,132 feet, 100 percent; City cost, storm sewer, $5,200)
Res. No. 3543--A resolution authorizing storm sewer construction between
Dellwood Drive and 38th Avenue to serve lot 10, block 2
Clayton Hills, and lots 53 and 54 of Treehouse Subdivision
(1944).
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to adopt the resolution.
Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously.
5. Sterling Estates Subdivision (affected property on petition--
assessable costs: paving, 100 percent; sewers, total square
footage, 1,588,006 feet, square footage petitioned, 875,125 feet,
55 percent; City cost, sanitary trunk, $147,000, storm trunk,
$63,000, parks property, $15,000)
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Res. No. 3544--A resolution authorizing street paving, sanitary sewer, and
e storm sewer construction within and adjacent to Sterling
Estates Subdivision; and sanitary sewer on Gilham Road from
Kidder cul-de-sac to Walton Lane (1932).
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to adopt the resolution.
Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously.
6. Surrey Lane (affected property on petition--assessable costs:
paving, total front footage, 356.5 feet, front footage petitioned,
291.5 feet, 82 percent; sewers, total square footage, 28,956 feet,
square footage petitioned, 12,558 feet, 43 percent; City cost,
pedestrian way and storm sewer, $10,000)
Res. No. 3545--A resolution authorizing street paving on Gas Lamp Drive
from Surrey Lane to approximately 350 feet east and south;
pedestrian way, bike path, sanitary sewer and storm sewer
construction 1,150 feet north of Royal Avenue between
Surrey Lane and Williams Street (1723).
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to adopt the resolution.
Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously.
7. Jessen Park Subdivision (affected property on petition--assessable
costs: paving, total front footage, 471 feet, front footage
petitioned, 344 feet, 73 percent; sewers, 100 percent; City cost,
non e)
e Res. No. 3546--A resolution authorizing street paving, sanitary sewer,
and storm sewer construction within and adjacent to Jessen
Park Subdivision (1792).
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to adopt the resolution.
Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously.
8. Luella Street (affected property on petition--assessable costs:
paving, total front footage, 926 feet, front footage petitioned,
538 feet, 58 percent; City cost, storm sewer, $7,600)
Res. No. 3547--A resolution authorizing street paving on Luella Street
from Bailey Lane to 175 feet north of Van Avenue (1976).
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to adopt the resolution.
Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously.
C. Call for Public Hearing
1. Easement vacation for Samuel Kirk (EV 81-5) (map distributed)
CB 2337--An ordinance calling for a public hearing for September 9,
1981; re: easement vacation for Samuel Kirk for property located
at the north of Greenacres Road, west of Balboa Street.
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Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the bill be read
e 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.
CB 2337 was read the second time by council bill number only.
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the bill be approved
and given final passage. Roll call vote; all councilors present
voting aye, the bill was declared passed and numbered 18830.
2. Easement vacation for City of Eugene: Public Works (EV 81-6)
(map distributed)
CB 2338--An ordinance calling for a public hearing for September 9, 1981;
re: easement vacation for City of Eugene: Public Works for
property located on the west side of Bailey Hill Road, north of
West Leigh.
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the bill be read
the second time by council bill number only, with unanimous
consent of the council, and that enactment be considered at this
time. Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously.
CB 2338 was read the second time by council bill number only.
e Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the bill be approved
and given final passage. Roll call vote; all councilors present
voting aye, the bill was declared passed and numbered 18831.
3. Alley vacation for Judith Lindsey (AV 75-2) (map distributed)
CB 2339--An ordinance calling for a public hearing for September 9, 1981;
re: alley vacation for Judith Lindsey for property located
between Augusta Avenue and Riverview Avenue in the Laurel Hill
Valley.
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the bill be read
the second time by council bill number only, with unanimous
consent of the council, and that enactment be considered at this
time. Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously.
CB 2339 was read the second time by council bill number only.
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the bill be approved
and given final passage. Roll call vote; all councilors present
voting aye, the bill was declared passed and numbered 18832.
D. Finance Ordinance/Resolutions (memos, exhibits distributed)
1. Ordinance Correcting Ordinance No. 18698
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Mr. Gleason stated that this council bill is to correct a scrivener's error.
The resolutions adjust the FY 1981-82 Appropriation Act.
e CB 2340--An ordinance concerning the budget; amending Ordinance No. 18698.
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the bill be read the
second time by council bill only, with unanimous consent of the
council, and that enactment be considered at this time. Roll call
vote; motion carried unanimously.
CB 2340 was read the second time by council bill number only.
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the bill be approved
and given final passage. Roll call vote; all councilors present
voting aye, the bill was declared passed and numbered 18833.
2. Resolutions Adjusting Ordinance No. 18825.
Res. No. 3548--A resolution authorizing the transfer of the balance of
the reserve for encumbrances to reserves, contingency, and
balance available.
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to adopt the resolution.
Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously.
Res. No. 3549--A resolution authorizing the transfer of funds from the
reserve for encumbrances to departments.
e Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to adopt the resolution.
Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously.
Res. No. 3550--A resolution acknowledging adjustment of estimated revenues
and authorizing the adjustment to appropriations and
expenditures related to those revenues.
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to adopt the resolution.
Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously.
Res. No. 3551--A resolution authorizing the transfer of non-contingency
appropriations within a given fund between official budget
categories.
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to adopt the resolution.
Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously.
E. Consideration of Resolution Regarping Contract with Eugene Chamber
of Commerce (memo distributed)
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Mr. Gleason introduced Dick Reynolds, Performing Arts Center.
e Mr. Reynolds stated that last fiscal year, the City entered into a contract with
the Chamber of Commerce to provide tourist solicitation and promotion. The
Chamber entered into a subcontract with the Eugene-Springfield Visitors and
Convention Bureau and he would recommend continuation of this agreement for this
fiscal year.
Res. No. 3552--A resolution designating the Eugene Chamber of Commerce
as the supplier of specific services and authorizing the
City Manager to execute an agreement for provision of such
services for fiscal year 1981-82.
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to adopt the resolution.
Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously.
F. Mayor's Proclamation of June 30, 1981, Election Results
Ms. Miller read a proclamation for the special election held on Tuesday,
June 30, 1981. The total vote yes for Measure No. 51 authorizing downtown free
parking district tax was 9,843; the total vote no was 3,650, and there were 38
overvotes and 523 undervotes. The total vote yes for Measure No. 52 authoriz-
ing general property tax levy of $1,260,185 over the charter limit were 6,122,
the total no votes were 6,743, with 24 overvotes and 1,165 undervotes. The
Mayor hereby proclaimed and declared that Measure No. 51 authorizing downtown
free parking district tax was passed and that Measure No. 52 authorizing general
property tax levy of $1,260,185 over the charter limit was defeated.
e She indicated that these figures do not add up because of the way in which the
State legislature requires that they be accounted for.
III. ORDINANCE FOR SECOND READING
A. Street Vacation for Duncan/Hammer (SV 80-3) (memo, map distributed)
CB 2282--An ordinance authorizing vacation of a 40-foot-wide street
located south of Lorane Highway at the terminus of Van Buren
Street.
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the bill be approved
and given final passage. Roll call vote; all councilors present
voting aye, the bill was declared passed and numbered 18334.
IV. SPYGLASS-GREENVIEW BIKEWAY CONNECTOR--STAFF REPORT (memo, map distributed)
Mr. Gleason stated that Bert Teitzel, Public Works, would be making the presen-
tat ion.
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Mr. Teitzel stated that a public hearing was held previously along with a slide
e show showing the general area of the proposed project. Mr. Teitzel stated that
a number of maps and diagrams had been distributed to the council showing
various alternatives. Staff looked at the possibility of a private path north
of Greenview but staff could not get agreement from the golf course owners on
this option. Staff looked at the possibility of a path on the south side of
Spyglass and Greenview but staff does not believe this is acceptable because of
the length and cost plus the fact that the path would be hidden which could
cause security problems. The original plan presented by staff would be an
8-foot path with a 5-foot solid board fence and landscaping. Map 5 of the
information distributed to council shows existing conditions and map 6 shows the
proposed project and how it would look. Map 7 shows what the path would look
like from the Wards' property. The bicycle committee has suggested proceeding
with the original plan and staff agrees. This would be for a bike path between
the two properties. He indicated that Ruth Bascom of the Bicycle Committee
could also answer questions.
Ms. Miller stated that a very lengthy public hearing had been held previously on
this item. A public hearing was not scheduled on this item. Ms. Smith asked if
the Oakway Golf Course option is a closed issue. Mr. Teitzel stated that it is,
as the golf course owners do not agree. A bike path along the golf course would
require condemnation. Ms. Smith asked what the costs of condemnation and a
possible lawsuit would be. Mr. Teitzel stated that damages that could be
awarded by the court are undetermined but even if no damages were awarded, the
estimated costs could be $30,000 for construction. Mr. Ward testified at
the hearing that his property would be damaged and the total cost could then be
as much as $80,000.
e Ms. Smith asked what the status is of the additional offer of help for financing.
Mr. Teitzel stated that they still have an offer from two property owners to
donate between $15,000 to $20,000 for construction of a bicycle path. Ms. Smith
noted that she has a problem accepting a monetary gift for projects where the
costs should be paid for by the City. Mr. Teitzel stated that this is a
seperate issue as far as staff is concerned. Ms. Smith asked what the budgeted
amount is to construct this bike path. Mr. Teitzel stated that it is $27,000.
Mr. Gleason interjected that the City does not admit damages in the case. Any
determination of damages would be in court and a jury would make that decision
only after the facts were reviewed. The $27,000 that is budgeted includes
construction and reasonable market value of properties to be acquired. If a
court decided there were damages, that amount is not included in the budgeted
amount. Ms. Smith stated that if the total cost for the project is more than
the budgeted amount, either the project could not be done or a supplemental
budget would have to be approved for the project. Mr. Gleason added that if a
quick take of the property is done, the only issue in court would be the price.
Mr. Lindberg stated that there are two problems: the planning issue and the
property rights issue. He asked how long this project had been included in the
Bicycle Master Plan. Mr. Teitzel stated that it was included in the 1979
update. Mr. Lindberg asked if this path is for commuting use rather than
recreational use. Mr. Teitzel responded that it is. Mr. Lindberg stated
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e that the T-2,000 Plan establishes that a certain percentage of automobile
traffic should be transferred to other modes. He asked if there was any infor-
mation available to indicate that this project would help reach the goals to
implement the T-2,000 Plan. Mr. Teitzel stated that no calculations have been
done as to whether this will reduce automobile traffic. However, in this
project, staff is trying to shorten the distance by bicycle in order to encour-
age people to use alternative modes of transportation. Mr. Lindberg indicated
that he would like staff to come back with a qualitative analysis.
Jim Hanks, Traffic Engineer, stated such projects are covering new territory.
There are not many places that have had bicycle diversion. Since the Greenway
Bike Bridge was built, that has reduced the number of car trips by about 500 per
day. This project would allow people to go from the Spyglass development and
save time by riding bicycles. There is no tool that can be used that would show
what amount of traffic would be reduced. There are 100 to 200 people using a
dead-end path now. If it were an established bicycle path, bicycle traffic
could increase but there is no way to quantify that increase or decrease in
auto-traffic. Mr. Lindberg suggested looking at the demographic characteristics
of the neighborhood. Younger people seem to ride bicycles more than older
people do. Mr. Gleason indicated that a study could be devised. Staff assumes
that more trips would be taken by bicycle rather than by car but no one knows
exactly how many. In regard to the property rights, Mr. Lindberg stated that
condemnation is a serious matter. It should be done with a great deal of
sensitivity. Although this project has been in the Bicycle Master Plan for a
good length of time, there is no clear citizen involvement in this process and
there is some confusion as to who was informed that this path would be developed
e and whether this knowledge was conveyed to the owners prior to or following the
construction of a house on that site. Mr. Teitzel stated that during the
development of the Bicycle Master Plan, property owners were not notified
individually although the neighborhood groups were notified and people in those
groups had a chance to respond. Before he started constructing his house, Mr.
Ward was approached to allow City staff to survey for a bike path. Mr. Teitzel
doubts Mr. Ward was told directly there would be a bike path there, though. He
was not told there would be a path until after his house was built. Mr. Lindberg
asked if it was correct that Mr. Ward did not know the bicycle path would go
through yet it was included in the budget. Mr. Tietzel responded that that is
correct.
Ms. Schue stated that although she had missed the public hearing, that she
toured the property, has read all the background material, and has read the
minutes of that original meeting. She clarified the use of "eminent domain"
as being a "forced sale." Someone owns the property and the City is consider-
ing buying it from him, although he does not want to sell but she emphasized
that the City ~ giving the owner money for the property.
Mr. Obie stated that the issues are emotional as well as factual. There could be
a strong argument for putting a street there, but that would have an impact on
the entire neighborhood. The bicycle path would have certain effects on adjacent
property which could be positive or negative. The staff report indicates that
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there could be a negative impact. He is concerned about the City using its
e police powers when they are not needed. To provide for more quiet, in some
areas of the city, street diverters have been put in. In this case, the possi-
bility of more noise would be placed upon the property owners. This path is not
critical to.the overall Master Bike Plan. People are using this area now and he
feels the damages to these property owners would be stronger than the good to
the majority as a whole. Sometimes unpopular decisions must be made.
Ms. Schue stated that the City is committed to the development of alternative
modes of transportation including the use of bicycles. She does not view this
as bicycle recreation but rather as a way to shorten bicycle commuting distances.
People are using this area now and they will probably continue. Th i s i s a
question of "how" people will use this path not "if" they will use this area.
She feels it is unfortunate this was not finalized with Mr. Ward before his
house was bui It. She still feels it would be best to put the bike path across
Mr. Ward's property.
Mr. Lindberg stated that generally he is a strong proponent of the Bicycle
Committee and the bicycle plan and an opponent of eminent domain unless it is
essential. He feels that Mr. Obie and Ms. Schue have outlined their viewpoints
well. Lacking a documented need, it is difficult to vote in favor of invoking
eminent domain, but he would be interested in hearing the information again as
documentation can be made available. The need to reduce auto traffic is real,
but he wonders if this path would help. With more information, he might change
his mind.
Ms. Smith stated that she opposes this proposed bike path. The council is
e committed to a good bike path program but with unknown costs, condemnation, and
the handling of the notification procedure, she would oppose this project.
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to terminate further
action on the present proposal.
Ms. Miller stated that she thinks this is an important project and an important
part of a transportation system for the Ferry Street Bridge area. Many people
have public streets and alleys that go as close to their homes just as this bike
path would to these property owners. She said that some people feel they can
live in town, yet maintain private land and not share in the solution to the
City's transportation problems. The cost for maintaining the overall transporta-
tion system of the city is a cost the council should be concerned with. It wi 11
cost over $17 million to rebuild the Ferry Street Bridge. Traffic congestion is
getting worse and this project could be an alternative in relieving this situa-
tion. Mr. Obie noted that his intent with the motion was to reject this partic-
ular proposal for this connector, not the entire concept.
Mr. Lindberg stated that he does not feel Public Works violated City processes
but he thinks staff may not have a proper process of notification developed. He
asked staff to review the notification process of individual property owners
when condemnation proceedings are involved. Mr. Gleason added that changes in
policy in regard to subdivisions are what caused the problem and it should not
happen again.
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Mr. Hamel stated that ~e finds it hard to make the decision against the residents
who would lose 10 feet of their land. He does not think that anyone on the
e Bicycle Committee or the council would appreciate the same situation on their
land. He does not feel this project would contribute to decreasing the general
downtown traffic flow of automobiles and feels this would be mostly used for
local trips such as going to the sore. He indicated that he would vote for the
motion and against this particular proposal.
Roll call vote; motion carried 4:2 with Councilors Smith, Lindberg,
Hamel, and Obie voting aye and Councilors Miller and Schue voting
no.
V. CONSIDERATION OF FRIENDLY AREA NEIGHBORS CHARTER REVISIONS (memo,
proposed revisions distributed)
Mr. Obie asked why these particular charter revisions are being considered by
the council. Mr. Gleason responded that the revisions are too major to be
handled administratively by staff. The City Attorney felt that this item should
come before the council. Mr. Obie asked why the changes are proposed.
Rick Bliss, Friendly Area Neighbors, stated that there have been proble~s
in the past of disorganization with this group. In an effort to revitalize
their neighborhood group, they have looked at the charter for possible ways to
revise it. Many problems in their area are from lack of participation and the
proposed changes relate to the number of people required for a quorum, neighbor-
hood boundaries, etc. These proposals came from those who have remained active
e in the group. They identified problems and gave input on the changes that are
being proposed.
Mr. Obie asked if this area is receiving Community Development money. Mr.
Gleason responded that they are not and they are not a future target area. Mr.
Lindberg indicated that, with the changes, it still looks like a democratic
process. The Citizen Involvement Commitee is looking at the membership provis-
ions of each neighborhood charter and he sees no reason not to approve this
proposal. Mr. Hamel stated that he does not feel it is democratic with the
quorum of 25 members being reduced to a quorum of 15 to represent 6,000
people.
Ms. Miller added that the charter revisions proposed would add owners of busi-
nesses to the group and that has been an ongoing dilemma. Mr. Obie stated he is
not excited about employees of community schools, employees of businesses, and
other who work in the area but do not reside there being involved. He asked how
small a group would have to be before it does not represent a neighborhood.
Ms. Schue stated that this is the neighborhood that borders Willamette Street
and it has had problems with the Gut. Inclusion of businesses could make it
easier to deal with their special problem. Mr. Lindberg added that some
neighborhood groups include business owners and some do not. Until there is
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a clearer city-wide policy, he does not see why the council should object. Mr.
e Obie again raised the question about community school and business employees
being voting members. Mr. Lindberg stated that he would open membership of the
group up even further if it were possible. Ms. Miller stated she did not feel
it would hurt anything if those people were included. She said this neighborhood
group's experience would give the council some experience with the inclusion of
employees for future reference.
Res. No. 3553--A resolution approving and accepting the Friendly Area
Neighb~rs Community Council amended charter.
Ms. Smith moved, seconded by Mr. Lindberg, to adopt the resolution.
Ms. Smith stated that as part of the Citizen Involvement Committee's report on
neighborhood groups she would like them to make a recommendation of the inclu-
sion of community school personnel, employees of businesses, and others as well
as the level of participation required for a neighborhood group. Mr. Obie
stated he does not feel that 15 people represent a community and he does not
feel that employees in the area do either. This could create a false sense of
participation along with false perceptions of what the neighborhood wants. He
will vote against the motion. Mr. Lindberg indicated that he would vote for the
motion. There is no council policy for the appropriate representation of a
neighborhood group, so there are no standards to reject this request.
Roll call vote; motion carried 4:2 with Councilors Smith, Lindberg,
Miller, and Schue voting aye, and Councilors Hamel and Obie voting
e no.
VI. CONSIDERATION OF AN ANIMAL CONTROL ORDINANCE (memo, ordinance distributed)
Mr. Gleason stated that staff recommends adoption of this ordinance. Further
questions could be answered by Mark Pangborn.
CB 2341--An ordinance concerning exceptions to dog license fees; amending
Section 4.375 of the Eugene Code, 1971.
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the bill be read
the second time by council bill number only, with unanimous
consent of the council, and that enactment be considered at this
time. Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously.
Council Bill 2341 was read the second time by council bill number only.
Ms. Miller stated that she feels that discretion of this program should be left
up to those enforcing the ordinance so that they can implement whatever require-
ments for rabies, spay-neutering, and age that they choose. Mr. Lindberg stated
that requirements for spay-neutering and rabies should be advertised as part of
this promotion which would provide an opportunity for people to take part.
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Mr. Gleason stated that he would ask Mr. Pangborn and his staff to monitor this
- ,process of requiring proof of spay-neutering for Eugene residents and if it does
not work, then staff can come back to the council with a recommendation for
change. Lane County and Springfield are not requiring the spay-neuter require-
ment for free dog licensing in August.
Mr. Pangborn stated that proof of spay-neutering could be a requirement for City
of Eugene residents when waiving licensing fees during promotional periods,
if the council chooses. Council concurred that this was their desire. Mr.
Pangborn said proof of rabies vaccination is also a requirement to get a license.
Mr. Lindberg noted that this would be a very good educational opportunity.
Roll call vote; all councilors present voting aye, the bill
was declared passed and numbered 18835.
VII. INDUSTRIAL LANDS TASK FORCE REPORT--REFERRAL TO PLANNING COMMISSION
(memo distributed)
Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to refer the Industrial
Lands Task Force report to the Planning Commision for consideration.
Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously.
The meeting was adjourned to July 27, 1981.
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Mich al D. Glea on, City Manager
(Recorded by Lynda Nelson)
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