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EUGENE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
October 22, 2018
7:30 p.m. CITY COUNCIL MEETING Harris Hall, 125 East 8th Avenue
Eugene, Oregon 97401
Meeting of October 22, 2018;
Her Honor Mayor Lucy Vinis Presiding
Councilors Mike Clark, President Betty Taylor, Vice President Greg Evans Chris Pryor Emily Semple Claire Syrett Jennifer Yeh Alan Zelenka
7:30 p.m. CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Harris Hall, 125 East 8th Avenue
Eugene, Oregon 97401
1. PUBLIC FORUM
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
3. PUBLIC HEARING: An Ordinance Extending the Term of Ordinance No.
19775 and Ordinance No. 20397 Granting to Comcast of Oregon II, Inc. a
Franchise for Operation of a Cable Telecommunications System.
4. ACTION: Appointment to Budget Committee
October 22, 2018, Meeting
The Eugene City Council welcomes your interest in these agenda items. This meeting location is wheelchair-accessible. For the hearing impaired, an interpreter can be provided with 48 hours' notice prior to the meeting. Spanish-language interpretation will also be provided with 48 hours' notice. To arrange for these services, contact the receptionist at 541-682-5010. City Council meetings are telecast live on Metro Television, Comcast channel 21, and rebroadcast later in the week. El consejo de la Ciudad de Eugene agradece su interés en estos asuntos de la agenda. El lugar de la reunión tiene acceso para sillas de ruedas. Se puede proveer a un intérprete para las personas con discapacidad auditiva si avisa con 48 horas de anticipación. También se puede proveer interpretación para español si avisa con 48 horas de anticipación. Para reservar estos servicios llame al 541-682-5010. Las reuniones del consejo de la ciudad se transmiten en vivo por Metro Television, Canal 21 de Comcast y son retransmitidas durante la semana.
For more information, contact the Council Coordinator at 541-682-5010, or visit us online at www.eugene-or.gov.
October 22, 2018, Meeting – Item 1
EUGENE CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
Public Forum Meeting Date: October 22, 2018 Agenda Item Number: 1 Department: Central Services Staff Contact: Beth Forrest
www.eugene-or.gov Contact Telephone Number: 541-682-5882
ISSUE STATEMENT This segment allows citizens the opportunity to express opinions and provide information to the council. Testimony presented during the Public Forum should be on City-related issues and should not address items which have already been heard by a Hearings Official or are on the present agenda as a public hearing item.
SUGGESTED MOTION No action is required; this is an informational item only.
FOR MORE INFORMATION Staff Contact: Beth Forrest Telephone: 541-682-5882 Staff E-Mail: bforrest@eugene-or.gov
October 22, 2018, Meeting – Item 2A
EUGENE CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
Approval of City Council Minutes Meeting Date: October 22, 2018 Agenda Item Number: 2A Department: Central Services Staff Contact: Beth Forrest
www.eugene-or.gov Contact Telephone Number: 541-682-5882
ISSUE STATEMENT This is a routine item to approve City Council minutes.
SUGGESTED MOTION Move to approve the minutes for the 2018 work sessions from September 19, September 26 and October 8.
ATTACHMENTS A. September 19, 2018, Work Session B. September 26, 2018, Work Session C. October 8, 2018, Work Session
FOR MORE INFORMATION Staff Contact: Beth Forrest Telephone: 541-682-5882 Staff E-Mail: bforrest@eugene-or.gov
MINUTES – Eugene City Council September 19, 2018 Page 1
Work Session
M I N U T E S
Eugene City Council
Harris Hall, 125 East 8th Avenue
Eugene, Oregon 97401
September 19, 2018
12:00 p.m.
Councilors Present: Emily Semple, Betty Taylor, Alan Zelenka, Jennifer Yeh, Mike Clark, Greg Evans, Claire Syrett, Chris Pyror Mayor Vinis opened the September 19, 2018, Work Session of the Eugene City Council.
1.WORK SESSION:Transportation Planning Engineer Chris Henry and Lane Transit District Senior Project ManagerSasha Luftig provided a MovingAhead update including policy direction, project history, processand engagement, and upcoming decision making.Council Discussion
•Questions asked about whether LTD is working on other long-range planning scenarios thatdon’t involve large buses.
•Concerns expressed that the City and LTD are investing money in something that maybecome obsolete. Support an analysis of the likelihood of the disruption of technology andwhen that may happen.
•Request made for an explanation of the difference between “enhanced corridor” and “busrapid transit.”
•The Coburg Road transportation corridor is the most problematic and deserves attention.
•Concerns expressed about how lack of transportation options or trip rate can contribute toeconomic fatality when businesses start being affected by it.
•Support increased frequency of service which will help get people out of cars and ontobuses, and help the City meet its CRO goals.
•The ultimate goal of transportation corridors is to increase safety and cut transit time.
•Need to be able to show how transit corridors are affecting all modes of transportation.
•Information requested about how much the City saves when people stop using their cars.
•Improvements are being seen on Highway 99 and River Road, specifically aroundpedestrian safety.
•Questions asked about bike improvements in Coburg Road corridor, co-locating walkingenhancements with bicycle enhancements and ways to cross the street safely.
•Concerns expressed about the MovingAhead and Transit Tomorrow processes occurring atthe same time and how LTD will reconcile the two outreach processes if there happens to becontradictory input.
•Questions asked about when potential scaled projects would be available in order for thepublic to know what they would look like and be able to contribute to the conversation.
•The report is well done, the alternatives are clear, and the next step for public involvementis being coordinated.
•Public transit investments have many benefits including quality of life, more mobility, lesstime in traffic congestion, less individual cost, as well as reduced pollution and greenhousegases.
•Not a single community has lamented its investment in transit, but many wish they haddone more sooner.
October 22, 2018, Meeting - Item 2A
ATTACHMENT A
MINUTES – Eugene City Council September 19, 2018 Page 2
Work Session
•Anything that helps address CRO goals is important and this will also help with Vision Zerogoals.
•Consider offering free bus service, like Corvallis. If service is often enough and free-of-charge, people might not want to own cars.
•Appreciate the public engagement parts of the report because commitment from thecommunity on direction and needs is important.
•Transportation planning is challenging because decisions must be made that consider boththe present and future, even though the future is unknown.
•Questions asked about how many people use the bus in the course of a year and how manyare regular riders.
•Consider looking at new funding sources for MovingAhead and Transit Tomorrowinitiatives.
•Consider allowing youth to ride the bus for free because encouraging them to get on the buswhile they’re young will help them become system users as adults.
•Consider allowing pets to board the bus with their owners.
•Transit Tomorrow presentation will be coming to Council on October 15.
•The idea that people don’t need the same level of service on weekends is not true. Peoplewho don’t work a Monday-Friday schedule are disproportionately affected by the decreasedweekend bus schedule; this is an equity issue that should be addressed.
•Questions asked about plans to triple ridership in order to meet CRO goals and what thecurrent number of travelers is during peak hours.The meeting adjourned at 1:22 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Elena Domingo Deputy City Recorder
Link to the webcast of this City Council meeting: here.
October 22, 2018, Meeting - Item 2A
MINUTES – Eugene City Council September 26, 2018 Page 1
Work Session
M I N U T E S
Eugene City Council
Harris Hall, 125 East 8th Avenue
Eugene, Oregon 97401
September 26, 2018
12:00 p.m.
Councilors Present: Emily Semple, Betty Taylor, Jennifer Yeh, Mike Clark, Claire Syrett, Chris Pryor
Councilors Absent: Alan Zelenka, Greg Evans Mayor Vinis opened the September 26, 2018, Work Session of the Eugene City Council.
1.WORK SESSION: Community Safety System UpdateAssistant City Manager Kristie Hammitt, Police Chief Chris Skinner, Fire Chief Joe Zaludek, andCommunity Safety Project Manager Kevin Alltucker provided an overview and update ofprogress made since the last update, desired outcomes, and next steps. Chief Skinner and ChiefZaludek reported back about the 26 community events they attended over the summer.Council Discussion
•Happy and excited about this initiative and the progress being made; so much work hasgone into the process.
•The bridge funding will give council an idea of how this is all going to work; council can thenmove forward to find more permanent funding.
•The complicated information in the presentation was provided in a very accessible way.
•Support the idea of using a dedicated bank account which will help make it an open,transparent, and accountable process to see where the dollars are actually going.
•After the school lock-down, North Eugene residents expressed their appreciation for thepolice response and knowing that their kids and the community were safe, that the situationwas under control in short order, and that communication was timely and effective.
•With a new chief and a new plan in place, the community can look forward to new results.
•This plan is a reflection of the work that has been done to take in feedback from thecommunity, synthesize it, and think creatively about the daunting challenges.
•Something has significantly changed in the approach the City is taking towards thesematters. There has been much more collaboration between City departments and that isthe only way progress can be made.
•Continue reaching out to Lane County as the provider of mental health services. They needto be engaged with the City on these issues.
•The community would greatly benefit from a centrally located day center.
•The report appropriately corrects the myth that if more shelters or services are offered, itwill attract more people from other communities.
•Happy to see thoughtful, deliberate, and accountable action lined up to address potentialbarriers.
•Support for the bridge funding approach should be built on the expectation that the City hasstarted a running clock running to find the ongoing money. There has to be follow-through.
•The city urgently needs a downtown homeless shelter if it’s going to enforce existingcamping and sleeping laws.
•Need to start looking for new sources of revenue, such as a hotel tax.
October 22, 2018, Meeting - Item 2A
ATTACHMENT B
MINUTES – Eugene City Council September 26, 2018 Page 2
Work Session
•Appreciate Chief Skinner for bringing specifics about how additional officers will bedeployed. Having that tactical information helps council explain to constituents whatdirection the police department is going.
•Very supportive of additional 9-1-1 call takers; the plan recognizes that with inadequatestaffing levels, employees get burned out which creates vacancies and then more burnout.
•In situations where there may not be a need or capacity for a sworn officer to respond toreports of burglaries or crimes not in-progress, there should be a customer service orientedresponse at a minimum.
•Appreciate the participation from police union leadership in being a part of this solution.
•Reminder that there will also be expenses associated with the upcoming shelter asks
•Hopeful that there will be robust attention given to the communication center because theyneed help.
MOTION: Councilor Clark, seconded by Councilor Taylor, moved to direct the City Manager to include in proposed Supplemental Budget #1 the $8.6 million bridge strategy and to immediately begin work on long-term funding strategies to be completed prior to February 1, 2019. Council Discussion
•Thank you to the City Manager for hiring the new police chief; have heard many accoladesfrom the community.
•This is exciting work and gives us hope for change.
•Questions asked about the process and timeline for the community safety process team.
VOTE: PASSED 6:0 The meeting adjourned at 1:10 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Elena Domingo Deputy City Recorder
Link to the webcast of this City Council meeting: here.
October 22, 2018, Meeting - Item 2A
MINUTES – Eugene City Council October 8, 2018 Page 1
Work Session
M I N U T E S
Eugene City Council
Harris Hall, 125 East 8th Avenue
Eugene, Oregon 97401
October 8, 2018
5:30 p.m.
Councilors Present: Emily Semple, Betty Taylor, Alan Zelenka, Jennifer Yeh, Mike Clark, Greg Evans, Claire Syrett, Chris Pyror Mayor Vinis opened the October 8, 2018, Work Session of the Eugene City Council.
1.Committee Reports and Items of InterestCouncil Discussion
•The Sustainability Commission and subcommittees are busy with their work plans.
•A work session has been approved to discuss a ban on single-use non-recyclable containers.
•The Human Rights Commission is working hard on the homeless situation; more places tosleep are critically needed.
•The Council will be asked to take a formal stance opposing Ballot Measure 105.
•LRAPA is meeting this Thursday and there is always an opportunity for public comment.
•The Public Forum is one of the best services the council provides to the community; it’sdemocratic and thought- provoking.
•Thank you to staff for helping make the League of Oregon Cities conference so successful.
•Questions asked about the upcoming joint meeting with Lane County Commissioners andabout the potential of building a public shelter on County land.
•Information shared about the first two Housing Tools and Strategies workshops.
•Congratulations to Civic Alliance on groundbreaking for their new sports facility.
2.WORK SESSION: Climate Action Plan 2.0 UpdateSustainability Analyst Chelsea Clinton reviewed the City’s Climate Recovery efforts and gave anupdate about the Community Climate Action Plan 2.0.Council Discussion
•Question asked about the option to use heat pumps instead of natural gas at Echo HollowPool and whether this decision will result in cost savings.
•Appreciation expressed for involving large-lever shareholders and reaching out toneighboring communities.
•Question asked about council’s opportunity to move things forward at the end of themeetings with large-level shareholders.
•Hoping to see multiple project timelines start to align.
•Questions asked about the City’s banking RFP criteria.
•Interest expressed in trying to decrease bicycle theft in order to encourage people usingtheir bicycles more.
•Request made for a list of different action items that have happened already.
•Want to keep equity at the forefront of this work and appreciate the highlight that has beenplaced on that.
•Question asked about whether the large-level shareholder entities are going to be expectedto make proposals about how they might change their way of business to help meet goals.
October 22, 2018, Meeting - Item 2A
ATTACHMENT C
MINUTES – Eugene City Council October 8, 2018 Page 2
Work Session
•It would be helpful to propose ideas that would help people to feel more connected towhere the City is trying to go.
•Questions asked about plans for household consumption, purchasing, use, and recovery.
•Questions asked about how the fuel use of planes coming in and out of our airport iscaptured.
•Questions asked about the community-wide inventory calculations.
•Concern expressed that there is not a sense of urgency because the City is behind onmeeting its timelines and goals.
•More frequent updates and increasing expectations for more actions from staff would behelpful
•As possible actions are prepared, it would be helpful to lay out both the strategies and theimpacts each would result in.
•Questions asked about the desired outcome for Northwest Natural Gas as a large-leverstakeholder in this dialogue.
•It is important not to give people the impression that making progress on CRO goalsinvolves sacrifice or is difficult or costly; there are many things that can be done better,cheaper, faster, and smarter.
•It is important to talk about a sense of scale and be mindful of the metrics being used,including those related to airplanes.
3.INFORMATION: Railroad Quiet Zone UpdateCity Engineer Mark Schoening reviewed the history of the Railroad Quiet Zone and updatedcouncil about current progress.Council Discussion
•Questions asked about plans for changing a section of Jefferson Street to a one-way street.
•Questions asked about Union Pacific’s involvement in the design work and the City’s role inpaying for it.
•It is important to remember that there are additional crossings outside of the downtownthat City may want to be looking ahead to.
•Funds from the state gas tax are being used to pay for this project, not funds from the roadbonds that voters passed.
•Neighbors in the Santa Clara area are asking about the railroad crossings in theirneighborhood and look forward to the Phase 2 conversation.
•Questions asked about whether the Railroad Quiet Zone will have negative or positiveimpacts on industrial properties in North Eugene.The meeting adjourned at 6:58 p.m. Respectfully submitted,
Elena Domingo Deputy City Recorder
Link to the webcast of this City Council meeting: here.
October 22, 2018, Meeting - Item 2A
October 22, 2018, Meeting – Item 2B
EUGENE CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
Approval of Tentative Working Agenda Meeting Date: October 22, 2018 Agenda Item Number: 2B Department: City Manager’s Office Staff Contact: Beth Forrest
www.eugene-or.gov Contact Telephone Number: 541-682-5882
ISSUE STATEMENT This is a routine item to approve City Council Tentative Working Agenda.
BACKGROUND On July 31, 2000, the City Council held a process session and discussed the Operating Agreements. Section 2, notes in part that “The City Manager shall recommend monthly to the council which items should be placed on the council agenda. This recommendation shall be placed on the consent calendar at the regular City Council meetings (regular meetings are those meetings held on the second and fourth Monday of each month in the Council Chamber). If the recommendation contained in the consent calendar is approved, the items shall be brought before the council on a future agenda. If there are concerns about an item, the item may be pulled from the consent calendar at the request of any councilor or the Mayor. A vote shall occur to determine if the item should be included as future council business.” Scheduling of this item is in accordance with the Council Operating Agreements.
RELATED CITY POLICIES There are no policy issues related to this item.
COUNCIL OPTIONS The council may choose to approve, amend or not approve the tentative agenda.
CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION The City Manager has no recommendation on this item.
SUGGESTED MOTION Move to approve the items on the Tentative Working Agenda.
October 22, 2018, Meeting – Item 2B
ATTACHMENTS A. Tentative Working Agenda
FOR MORE INFORMATION Staff Contact: Beth Forrest Telephone: 541-682-5882 Staff E-Mail: bforrest@eugene-or.gov
Work Session Action Public Hearing Public Forum Consent Calendar
Committee Reports/Items of Interest Ceremonial Matters Pledge of Allegiance
Updated October 18, 2018
Meeting Location: Harris Hall, 125 East 8th Avenue, unless otherwise noted
October 2018
Date Day Time Title Length Dept. Contact
22‐Oct Monday
5:30 pm
Committee Reports and Items of
Interest
URA Riverfront Update
(Work Session and Poss. Action)
Downtown Riverfront Local
Improvement District
(Action)
Temporary Day Center and Dusk‐
To‐Dawn Pilot
(Update and Poss. Action)
Michael Kinnison, PDD
Denny Braud, PDD
Mark Schoening, PW
Becky DeWitt, CS
7:30 pm
Public Forum
Ordinance Granting Comcast
Franchise Extension
(Public Hearing)
Appointment to Budget Committee
(Action)
Pam Berrian, CS
Jamie Garner, CS
Expected absences for 10/22: none
24‐Oct Wednesday 12 pm Joint City Council/Planning
Commission Meeting
(Work Session)
90 mins Robin Hostick, PDD
Expected absences for 10/24: none
31‐Oct Wednesday 12 pm
Human Rights Commission
Annual Report and Work Plan
(Work Session)
Police Commission Annual Report
(Work Session)
45 mins
45 mins
Katie Babits, CS
Jeremy Cleversey, EPD
Expected absences for 10/31: Taylor, Pryor
October 22, 2018, Meeting – Item 2B
ATTACHMENT A
2
November 2018
Date Day Time Title Length Dept. Contact
13‐Nov
Tuesday
5:30 pm
Committee Reports and Items of
Interest
Town Square Update
(Work Session)
90 mins
Will Dowdy, PDD
7:30 pm
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Ceremonial Matters
Public Forum
Resolution Annexing Land
Located at 183 Ferndale Drive,
(McGinley A 18‐5)
(Consent Calendar)
Resolution Annexing Land
on Owosso Drive,
(Day Joint Trust A18‐6)
(Consent Calendar)
Resolution Annexing Land
on Spring Blvd South of 43rd Ave,
(Zallon Revocable Trust A18‐7)
(Consent Calendar)
Ordinance Granting Comcast
Franchise Extension
(Action)
Dan Lawler, PDD
Nick Gioello, PDD
Nick Gioello, PDD
Pam Berrian, CS
Expected absences for 11/13: none
14‐Nov
Wednesday
12 pm
NW Natural
(Work Session)
Downtown Update
(Work Session)
60 mins
30 mins
Twylla Miller, CS
Denny Braud, PDD
Expected absences for 11/14: none
19‐Nov
Monday
5:30 pm
Sustainability Commission
Work Plan
(Work Session)
River Road/Santa Clara N’hood
Plan – Project Update
(Work Session)
45 mins
45 mins
Chelsea Clinton, CS
Eric Brown, PDD
7:30 pm
TBD
(Public Hearing)
Expected absences for 10/15: none
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26‐Nov Monday
5:30 pm
Committee Reports and Items of
Interest
Clear and Objective Housing
Approval Criteria Update
(Work Session)
TBD
(Work Session)
45 mins
45 mins
Jenessa Dragovich, PDD
7:30 pm
Public Forum
Appointment to Metropolitan
Wastewater Management
Commission
(Consent Calendar)
Transportation SDC Methodology
(Action)
Dave Breitenstein, PW
Dan Kaler, PW
Expected absences for 11/26: none
28‐Nov
Wednesday
12 pm
Nuisance Codes
(Work Session)
Recycling Update
(Work Session)
45 mins
45 mins
Rachelle Nicholas, PDD
Michael Wisth, PDD
Expected absences for 11/28: none
December 2018
Date Day Time Title Length Dept. Contact
10‐Dec Monday
5:30 pm
Committee Reports and Items of
Interest
Housing Tools and Strategies
(Work Session)
90 mins
Mike Kinnison, PDD
Anne Fifield, PDD
7:30 pm
Public Forum
Resolution Acknowledging Receipt
of CAFR
(Consent Calendar)
Supplemental Budget
(Public Hearing and Action)
URA Supplemental Budget
(Public Hearing and Action)
URA‐Res. Acknowledging Receipt
of URA Annual FinancialReport
(Action)
Finn Cronin, CS
Jamie Garner, CS
Jamie Garner, CS
Finn Cronin, CS
Expected absences for 12/10: none
12‐Dec
Wednesday
12 pm
Emergency Operations Center
(Work Session)
TBD
(Work Session)
45 mins
45 mins
Randi Bowers‐Payne,
CS
Expected absences for 12/12: none
Council Break: December 13 – January 3
October 22, 2018, Meeting – Item 2B
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January 2019
Date Day Time Title Length Dept. Contact
3‐Jan
Thursday
5:30 pm
State of the City
Expected absences for 1/3: none Soreng Theater, Hult Center
9‐Jan
Wednesday
12 pm
TBD
(Work Session)
TBD
(Work Session)
Expected absences for 1/9: none
14‐Jan Monday
5:30 pm
Committee Reports and Items of
Interest
TBD
(Work Session)
TBD
(Work Session)
7:30 pm
Public Forum
Approval of Funding and Use of
City Resources for Housing
Affordable to Low‐Income Persons
(Action)
Ellen Meyi‐Galloway,
PDD
Expected absences for 1/14: none
16‐Jan
Wednesday
12 pm
TBD
(Work Session)
TBD
(Work Session)
Expected absences for 1/16: none
5:30 pm
TBD
(Work Session)
22‐Jan Tuesday
7:30 pm
TBD
(Public Hearing)
Expected absences for 1/22: none
23‐Jan
Wednesday
12 pm
TBD
(Work Session)
TBD
(Work Session)
45 mins
45 mins
Expected absences for 1/23: none
28‐Jan
Monday
5:30 pm
Committee Reports and Items of
Interest
TBD
(Work Session)
TBD
(Work Session)
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7:30 pm
Public Forum
Expected absences for 1/28: none
30‐Jan
Wednesday
12 pm
TBD
(Work Session)
TBD
(Work Session)
Expected absences for 1/30: none
February 2019
Date Day Time Title Length Dept. Contact
11‐Feb
Monday
5:30 pm
Committee Reports and Items of
Interest
TBD
(Work Session)
TBD
(Work Session)
7:30 pm
Public Forum
Expected absences for 2/11: none
13‐Feb
Wednesday
12 pm
TBD
(Work Session)
TBD
(Work Session)
Expected absences for 2/13: none
5:30 pm
TBD
(Work Session)
19‐Feb Tuesday
7:30 pm
TBD
(Public Hearing)
Expected absences for 2/19: none
20‐Feb
Wednesday
12 pm
TBD
(Work Session)
TBD
(Work Session)
45 mins
45 mins
Expected absences for 2/20: none
25‐Feb
Monday
5:30 pm
Committee Reports and Items of
Interest
TBD
(Work Session)
TBD
(Work Session)
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7:30 pm
Public Forum
Expected absences for 2/25: none
27‐Feb
Wednesday
12 pm
TBD
(Work Session)
TBD
(Work Session)
Expected absences for 2/27: none
March 2019
Date Day Time Title Length Dept. Contact
11‐Mar Monday
5:30 pm
Committee Reports and Items of
Interest
TBD
(Work Session)
TBD
(Work Session)
7:30 pm
Public Forum
Expected absences for 3/11: none
13‐Mar
Wednesday
12 pm
TBD
(Work Session)
TBD
(Work Session)
Expected absences for 3/13: none
Council Break: March 14 – April 8
Work Session Action Public Hearing Public Forum Consent Calendar
Committee Reports/Items of Interest Ceremonial Matters Pledge of Allegiance
Approved Work Session Polls to be Scheduled Councilor Date Approved
Hwy 99/Bethel Urban Renewal District Evans 11/9/17
Home Energy Score Policy
Data Collection Policy/Protection of Individuals and Groups
Rest Stop Siting Policy
Single‐Use Plastics Ban
Potential Regulation of Natural Gas in Eugene
Revisit City Code Regarding Alley Access Rules
Semple
Syrett
Evans
Semple
Semple
Semple
3/9/18
7/19/18
11/9/17
10/04/18
10/11/18
10/11/18
Follow‐Up Work Sessions to be Scheduled
$1 Million Shelter
Commercial Setbacks
Inclusionary Zoning
October 22, 2018, Meeting – Item 2B
October 22, 2018, Work Session – Item 3
EUGENE CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
Public Hearing: An Ordinance Extending the Term of Ordinance No. 19775 and Ordinance No. 20397 Granting to Comcast of Oregon II, Inc. a Franchise for Operation of a Cable Telecommunications System. Meeting Date: October 22, 2018 Agenda Item Number: 3 Department: Central Services Staff Contact: Pam Berrian, Mike Streepey www.eugene-or.gov Contact Telephone Numbers: 541-682-5590, 541-682-6820
ISSUE STATEMENT The purpose of this public hearing is to provide an opportunity for public comment regarding the proposed ordinance extending Comcast’s cable television franchise agreement until June 30, 2020. Without the extension, the franchise agreement will expire on January 1, 2019. This ordinance would only extend the term of the franchise; all other franchise terms and conditions would remain the same.
BACKGROUND The City of Eugene, the City of Springfield, and Lane County together have granted Comcast of Oregon II, Inc. (“Comcast”) a franchise for the operation of a cable communications system (Eugene Ordinance No. 20397). The Metropolitan Policy Commission is the entity designated by the three jurisdictions to administer the franchise. At the local level, cable is typically regulated by a local government entity such as a city cable commission, city council, town council, or a board of supervisors. These regulatory entities are called "local franchising authorities." Over 20 years ago, Eugene decided to jointly negotiate a separate but identical cable franchise with Lane County and the City of Springfield as a regional effort, with the MPC acting as the Cable Commission on joint regulatory matters. The existing franchise expires January 1, 2019. According to the Federal Communications Commission: “The 1984 Cable Act established policies in the areas of ownership, channel usage, franchise provisions and renewals, subscriber rates and privacy, obscenity and lockboxes, unauthorized reception of services, equal employment opportunity, and pole attachments. The new law also defined jurisdictional boundaries among federal, state and local authorities for regulating cable television systems.“ In addition to such provisions, the federal Cable Act requires cable providers to have franchises and provides for a renewal process. Additional information about the FCC’s rules on cable systems can be found at www.fcc.gov/media/engineering/cable-television.
October 22, 2018, Work Session – Item 3
Eugene, Springfield and Lane County staff have been negotiating the renewal terms with Comcast for the past year and have provided progress updates to the MPC, acting as the Cable Commission. Delays in negotiations occurred while staff tried to resolve a dispute with Comcast arising from a franchise fee review the jurisdictions conducted. That resulted in staff simultaneously dealing with fee review issues for the current franchise, and also trying to negotiate policy and operational terms for the franchise renewal. Comcast also postponed meetings and work due to loss of Oregon Comcast staff. Staff remained optimistic that an agreement would be reached this summer or shortly thereafter and requested only a short extension of the current franchise until January 1, 2019. Council approved this short-term extension in July 2018. The October 4, 2018, MPC/Cable Commission meeting packet outlined the results of the negotiations to date. Attachment A is the table of negotiation issues, many of which have been tentatively agreed upon. However, after the printing of that packet, two major hurdles were identified that are not likely to be resolved by the current sunset date of January 1, 2019. Lane Council of Governments staff highlighted those issues at the October 4 meeting, which are: 1. Comcast has proposed “competitive equity” language that would apply to more providers than cable operators and would require the jurisdictions to either impose certain franchise obligations on those other providers or excuse Comcast from its franchise obligations. Jurisdictional staff have been advised by their legal counsel that the jurisdictions do not have authority under applicable federal, state and local laws to impose such franchise obligations on those other providers. Jurisdictional staff informed Comcast of this and also reviewed, discussed and offered edits that would have resulted in a legally-defensible provision. To date, Comcast has rejected the edits. 2. On September 25, 2018, the FCC approved a Second Further Notice of Proposed Rule-Making regarding cable franchising that if adopted as proposed would have implications for the new franchise. The notice means that the FCC will continue to revisit a failed industry-initiated attempt to allow cable providers to reduce franchise fees paid to local jurisdictions for providing gratis cable benefits. There is now a formal Comment and Reply period regarding the proposed rule. Examples from our current franchise that may be subject to the fee offset are: 1) the gratis TV programming provided to City buildings that has provided access to 24-hour news and weather and CSPAN for City Departments and 2) the four Community TV channels provided for Public Access (Channel 29); Education (Channel 23), Government (Channel 21) use, and the internal Eugene-Springfield Fire Training channel.
• At this early stage, staff do not know the full extent or financial impact from these potential changes as it is unclear how the services will be defined or valued. The potential adverse financial impact may have material adverse implications for the General Fund and a franchise renewal approved before the FCC takes final action will not likely protect the jurisdictions from a future adverse FCC ruling.
• The jurisdictions believe additional information about the impact of any potential franchise fee reimbursement or offset is critical before agreeing to a new 10-year franchise term. At the October 4, 2018, MPC/Cable Commission meeting, staff recommended an 18-month extension of the current franchise, which Comcast does not oppose. The extension would allow
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staff to work on the two issues described above. The financial settlement of the fee review will no longer be tied to the franchise renewal and we expect this can be fully resolved and acted upon separately. The MPC, acting as the Cable Commission, voted unanimously to extend the franchise negotiations under the informal process another 18 months until June 30, 2020. It also voted to proceed with the fee settlement of the current franchise as proposed. The purpose of this public hearing is to provide an opportunity for public comment regarding the proposed ordinance to extend the franchise term until June 30, 2020. Staff believe this extension would allow the parties to conclude the renewal negotiations and have more certainty on proposed cable franchising rules from the FCC. Action on the extension ordinance is scheduled for November 13, 2018. The extension ordinance would only extend the term of the current franchise. All other franchise terms and conditions would remain the same, including Comcast’s obligation to pay franchise fees for use of the rights of way, which is capped under federal law at five percent of gross revenues earned from providing cable services within Eugene City limits. The fees collected from the cable franchise are allocated to the General Fund and are used for general purposes. There are no anticipated costs as a result of the extension. After negotiations are completed, the proposed renewal franchise agreement will be brought to the City Council for action as an ordinance, with a likely term of 10 years.
RELATED CITY POLICIES City Telecommunication Vision and Policy: The City of Eugene's telecommunications vision is completion and operation of a coordinated regional information infrastructure that provides accessible and affordable high-speed connectivity for citizens, public institutions and businesses and is constructed in a manner that best serves the public interest. Telecommunications Ordinance, Eugene Code 3.005, 3.400 to 3.430 Ordinance No. 20397, An Ordinance Granting Comcast of Oregon II, Inc., An Additional Term and Franchise Renewal For The Operation Of A Cable Communications System; Amending Ordinance 19775; Adopting A Severability Clause; And Providing an Effective Date.
COUNCIL OPTIONS This item is scheduled for public hearing only. Council action on the proposed ordinance to extend the franchise term is scheduled for November 13, 2018.
CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION No recommendation is provided at this time. A recommendation will be provided for the scheduled action on November 13, 2018.
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SUGGESTED MOTION None.
ATTACHMENTS A. Table of Negotiation Issues B. Proposed Ordinance
FOR MORE INFORMATION Staff Contact: Pam Berrian, Information Services Division Telephone: 541-682-5590 Staff E-Mail: PBerrian@eugene-or.gov Staff Contact: Mike Streepey, Finance Division Telephone: 541-682-6820 Staff E-Mail: MStreepey@eugene-or.gov
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ORDINANCE NO. _______
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERM OF ORDINANCE NO. 19775
AND ORDINANCE NO. 20397 GRANTING TO COMCAST OF OREGON
II, INC. A FRANCHISE FOR OPERATION OF A CABLE
TELECOMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM.
The City Council of the City of Eugene finds that:
A. The federal Cable Act requires a franchise for the operation of cable
telecommunications systems and provides for a formal or informal renewal process under the
Cable Act.
B. The Cities of Eugene and Springfield, together with Lane County, granted a
franchise to Comcast of Oregon II, Inc. (“Comcast”) for the operation of a cable communication
system, and have designated the Metropolitan Policy Commission (MPC), acting as the cable
commission, as the representative of the local franchising authorities in administration of the
franchise.
C. The City of Eugene enacted Ordinance No. 19775 on May 13, 1991, granting the
franchise.
D. The City of Eugene enacted Ordinance No. 20397 on October 22, 2007, amending
and renewing the franchise through August 1, 2018.
E. The parties had been negotiating in good faith to renew the franchise by the
August 1, 2018 expiration date, but were unable to complete negotiations by that deadline.
Therefore, on July 23, 2018, the City of Eugene enacted Ordinance No. 20604, extending the
term of the franchise up to and through January 1, 2019.
F. The Cities of Eugene and Springfield, Lane County, and Comcast continue good
faith negotiations under the Cable Act’s informal process to renew Comcast’s cable franchise,
however, the parties anticipate those negotiations will not be completed in a timeframe that
would allow the City of Eugene to adopt a franchise renewal by January 1, 2019.
G. The Cities of Springfield and Eugene, and Lane County have determined that it
serves the public welfare to extend the term of the current franchise from January 1, 2019 up to
and through June 30, 2020.
NOW, THEREFORE,
THE CITY OF EUGENE DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The franchise granted to Comcast in Ordinance No. 19775 and Ordinance No.
20397 shall be extended up to and through June 30, 2020.
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Section 2. The City of Eugene and Comcast agree that execution of this extension does
not waive any rights that either party may have under the Cable Communications Policy Act of
1984, as amended, 47 U.S.C. §§ 521 et seq., or other provision of federal, state, or local law.
Section 3. Other than the duration of the franchise set forth herein, Ordinance 19775 and
Ordinance No. 20397 shall continue in full force and effect.
Passed by the City Council this Approved by the Mayor this
____ day of _____________, 2018 _____ of _____________, 2018
_________________ _________
City Recorder Mayor
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October 22, 2018, Meeting – Item 4
EUGENE CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
Action: Appointment to Budget Committee
Meeting Date: October 22, 2018 Agenda Item Number: 4 Department: City Manager’s Office Staff Contact: Cas Casados
www.eugene-or.gov Contact Telephone Number: 541-682-8497
ISSUE STATEMENT This is an action item to appoint a new member to the Budget Committee to complete the unexpired term vacated recently by Emily Fiocco who moved out of the eligible service area.
BACKGROUND Each year, City Council makes appointments to boards, committees and commissions. Chapter 2 of the Eugene Code addresses standing committees to the council and the appointment process for each body. For most standing committees created in the code, council is the appointing authority. The annual recruitment for boards, committees and commissions was initiated on January 31, 2018, and concluded March 31, 2018. The recruitment was publicized on the internet, in newspapers, through flyers, at City offices, and at City- and neighborhood-related meetings and events. As with all out-of-cycle recruitments, members of the council were provided with copies of the applications gathered during the annual recruitment earlier in the year. Applicants who received five or more votes to be appointed are automatically placed on the council’s agenda with a draft motion for formal appointment. Alicia Voorhees received enough votes to be included in the draft motion contained within this agenda item summary.
RELATED CITY POLICIES The boards, committees and commissions serve as advisory bodies to the City Council in the development of various City policies.
CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION The City Manager has no recommendation on this item; the appointments are made by council.
SUGGESTED MOTION Move to appoint Alicia Voorhees to the Budget Committee for an unexpired term ending on June 30, 2020.
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ATTACHMENTSA. Applications for membership from all un-appointed 2018 applicants to date
FOR MORE INFORMATION Staff Contact: Cas Casados Telephone: 541-682-8497 Staff E-Mail: ccasados@eugene-or.gov
Active Bethel CitizensNeighborhood8Ward
Do You Live within the City Limits?Y If so how long?1 year, 5
months
5155053810Day Phone5155053810Evening PhoneEthan C. Clevenger
FaxBusiness Address
Occupation Employer
Name
Address 513 Hanover St
Eugene OR 97402
Self Sterner Stuff Design
513 Hanover St
Eugene OR 97402
E-Mail ethan.c.clevenger@gmail.com
How did you learn of this vacancy?Web Site
Optional Information
Gender Age Ethnicity26-35 White Disability DescriptionN
Additional Languages spoken
Education / Training
I have a bachelor of arts in computer science, but also
took courses in political science and entrepreneurship.
The honors track at Drake University focused on
discussion-based learning, benefiting my interpersonal
skills.
M
Budget Committee
Community Service / Volunteer
I'm currently part of the steering committee to reform the
Active Bethel Citizens. I want to expand the ways I'm
helping the city grow, and to contribute my skills at a
number of levels.
Job Experience
As a small business owner, I'm always conscious of the
budget of my operations. This includes both spending and
investing, and knowing the difference.
Personal Experience
Reached rank of Eagle Scout in BSA. Also a Brotherhood
member of the Order of the Arrow.
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ATTACHMENT A
Contribution
Specifically, I want to bring a voice to the board that is
passionate of both fiscal responsibility and providing
citizens with the infrastructure and support they need to
live their best lives. I think many hard-line politicos place
themselves firmly in one camp or the other, despite there
being vast middle ground.
The budget committee exists to ensure that Eugene's tax dollars are spent effectively, responding to civic needs and
providing the most value to tax-payers we can.
1 What do you see as the role of the Budget Committee?
Specifically, I want to bring a voice to the board that is passionate of both fiscal responsibility and providing citizens
with the infrastructure and support they need to live their best lives. I think many hard-line politicos place themselves
firmly in one camp or the other, despite there being vast middle ground.
2 What particular contribution do you believe you can make as a member of the Budget Committee?
I currently oversee the budget of my own business.
3 What experience or education have you had in reviewing financial data (budgets, financial statements, etc.)?
I'm not sure which services you're specifically referring to.
To pull something out of the air, it seems odd that the city dictates the price of trash service, but private companies
execute that service. This means there are three different companies' trucks driving through neighborhoods,
sometimes multiple times a week, to do the same thing. Surely this is really inefficient, when this service is a
commodity (it's nearly impossible for one company to provide a better trash service than another) but the companies
are barred from competing on price.
4 What three things can the City of Eugene do to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of service delivery?
I'm currently acting as part of the steering committee to reform the Active Bethel Neighbors.
5 What boards, commissions, or other public or civic groups do you currently serve on or have served on in the past?
Personal Interest
As an individual, I've always considered paying taxes a
civic duty, and taken the time to appreciate what that
money gets for me that many folks take for granted.
Being conscious of that spending makes me passionate
to see it put to good use. Serving on the budget
committee will allow me to help craft a budget that makes
Eugene's citizens' tax dollars work for them.
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Crest Drive CitizensNeighborhood2Ward
Do You Live within the City Limits?Y If so how long?9 yrs, 6 mos
5416006563Day Phone5416006563Evening PhoneJohn . Gogol
FaxBusiness Address
Occupation Employer
Name
Address 310 Fulvue Drive
Eugene OR 97405
Retired
E-Mail john.gogol@live.com
How did you learn of this vacancy?Web Site
Optional Information
Gender Age Ethnicity56-65 White Disability DescriptionN
Additional Languages spoken
Education / Training
Master of Business Administration
Bachelor of Economics
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
Certified Public Finance Officers (CPFO) candidate
Participated in the development of five (5) annual
budgets for Oregon school districts.
M
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Community Service / Volunteer
Oregon Community Credit Union Board Director
UCLA Student Federal Credit Union Board Director
Southwest Hills Neighborhood Association
Leadership Redmond
Lane County Master Recycling Program
Habitat for Humanity
Job Experience
Seasoned professional with more than 17 years of
experience in the financial services industry. Participated
in five (5) annual budget cycles for two Oregon school
districts. Currently serve as Board Director for Oregon
Community Credit Union.
Personal Experience
I have consistently proven to be a trusted and valued
resource on high-performing teams by building
relationships and consensus through communication,
collaboration, trust, and inclusion.
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Contribution
Public entities in Oregon operate in a highly-restricted
fiscal environment. This condition forces the City of
Eugene to make difficult, resource trade-off decisions.
Therefore, helping to effectively frame and act upon these
trade-off decisions may be the single greatest contribution
I could make as a Committee member.
Personal Interest
My personal vision is to perform extraordinary
community service.
My mission is to expand the scope of job opportunities
for future generations in the Eugene area that is
sustainable, vibrant, and leading-edge.
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I think the primary role of the Budget Committee is to review, modify, and approve the City’s proposed budgets for the
next fiscal year. And to assure those budgets are balanced and appropriately reflect the needs of the community and
service level priorities established by the City Council. Other duties include reviewing current service level plans,
unfunded needs, and capital plans.
1 What do you see as the role of the Budget Committee?
My greatest, practical impact as a Committee member would likely be my ability to assess the City’s current financial
condition and strategic intent, and, within that context, help ensure the City’s services effectively address the
community’s needs.
2 What particular contribution do you believe you can make as a member of the Budget Committee?
I have more than 17 years of professional work experience providing high-level budgeting, planning, and financial
analysis support to large, complex organizations. My educational credentials also support the ability to assess the
strategic and financial condition of organizations, and formulate effective financial plans.
3 What experience or education have you had in reviewing financial data (budgets, financial statements, etc.)?
The City may find great value in adopting an organization-wide, “customer-centric” service delivery model that is
focused on creating productive and satisfying “customer experiences” versus completing customer transactions.
This model would be supported by new digital technologies and would likely create (1) an internal commitment to
innovation, (2) greater customer satisfaction, (3) greater partnership with, and connection to, the community, and (4)
operating efficiencies.
4 What three things can the City of Eugene do to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of service delivery?
I currently serve as Board Director with the Oregon Community Credit Union, past Board service with the Southwest
Hills Neighborhood Association, and I have 5 years of combined work experience with the Eugene 4J and Redmond
school districts.
5 What boards, commissions, or other public or civic groups do you currently serve on or have served on in the past?
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Jefferson Westside NeighborsNeighborhood1Ward
Do You Live within the City Limits?Y If so how long?7 months
8594942632Day Phone8594942632Evening PhoneEmma M. Land
FaxBusiness Address
Occupation Employer
Name
Address 1365 Lawrence Street
Eugene OR 97401
Graduate Student University of Oregon
Eugene OR 97403
E-Mail eland2@uoregon.edu
How did you learn of this vacancy?Friend
Optional Information
Gender Age Ethnicity26-35 White Disability DescriptionN
Additional Languages spoken English
Education / Training
Pursuing an MPA at the University of Oregon.
Coursework: Public Sector Economics, Public Policy
Analysis, Quantitative Methods, Research Methods in
Public Policy & Management, Sustainable Business
Development, Public & Nonprofit Financial Management
F
Budget Committee
Community Service / Volunteer
Job Experience
Graduate Teaching Assistant at the University of Oregon,
Enrollment Manager and Enrollment Counselor Team Lead
at The Learning House, Lead Promotional Sales
Representative at MKTG, Account Manager and Sales
Account Representative at Groupon.
Personal Experience
Experience managing, mentoring, and leading employees,
collecting and reporting weekly numbers to track goals and
results, developing strategies and trainings, recruitment,
coordinating and collaborating with partners and clients.
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Contribution
I want to join the board to better understand public sector
concepts and policies and how these are used in daily
processes. As a graduate student, I hope to bring current
perspectives surrounding policy and equity to help build
and strengthen the board for the future. I am highly
organized, detail oriented, and meticulous in providing the
highest quality of work.
Personal Interest
I am driven to pursue a career in the public sector
working in a consulting role and helping to develop and
establish sustainable business practices. I have a
passion for environmental policy and how organizations
and businesses contribute to greenhouse gas emissions
and natural resource usage. I like working with data and
numbers and thinking analytically. I want to strengthen
my skills and understanding of how budgeting and
financial processes work in the public sector/government
areas on city, state, and federal levels.
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The Budget Committee serves to delegate finances to city departments to help policies and procedures run efficiently.
How the budget is determined is crucial to the implementation of policies. It also creates perspective on the priorities
and goals of the city.
1 What do you see as the role of the Budget Committee?
I am passionate about the role governmental organizations play in representing citizens. Financial management and
department budgeting have a significant impact on the policies and decisions that are made for the city. I have a
strong analytical mind as well as a passion for community and the environment. I believe I can contribute to making
fair and equitable budgetary decisions on this committee to better serve our community.
2 What particular contribution do you believe you can make as a member of the Budget Committee?
I am currently pursing a Master's in Public Administration. My coursework has provided me with experience
researching and analyzing data as well as economic policies. While I do not have direct financial statement
experience, I do have experience in reviewing recruitment numbers for monthly goals in both my previous roles as an
Enrollment Manager and an Account Manager.
3 What experience or education have you had in reviewing financial data (budgets, financial statements, etc.)?
1. Obtain citizen feedback to address main needs and wants.
2. Thorough data analysis of service delivery processes to review the effectiveness.
3. Uniform delivery practices that address equity.
4 What three things can the City of Eugene do to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of service delivery?
In deciding to pursue my master's I am making a career change, so this will be my first board commission to serve on.
5 What boards, commissions, or other public or civic groups do you currently serve on or have served on in the past?
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Downtown Neighborhood AssociationNeighborhood1Ward
Do You Live within the City Limits?Y If so how long?2 years, 5
months
6503035398Day Phone6503035398Evening PhoneTimothy M. Morris
FaxBusiness Address
Occupation Employer
Name
Address 1272 Willamette St
Eugene OR 97401
Secretary Emergence
78 Centenial Loop #A
Eugene OR 97401
E-Mail timothymorrisoregon@gmail.com
How did you learn of this vacancy?Web Site
Optional Information
Gender Age Ethnicity26-35 White Disability DescriptionN
Additional Languages spoken English
Education / Training
Most of my school course work has been related to the
Mental Health field.
M
Budget Committee
Community Service / Volunteer
I have started 2 local nonprofits geared towards political
action and education in our community. I currently serve
as a Budget Committee member for Lane Community
College. I am also appointed and elected to several
partisan political party roles.
Job Experience
My current job is as a Receptionist at a local Property
Management company, specializing in low-income housing
needs. I serve as the first contact for all needs and wants,
while simultaneously following housing laws and property
owner needs as well.
Personal Experience
I have been a local volunteer for several political
campaigns, knocking doors for candidates and measures.
This directly allows to speak to hundreds of citizens in
Lane County about the issues that they care about.
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Contribution
I want to be a member of a commission or board because I
believe it is natural next step in my advocacy. I think my
experience with the community can add a different voice to
Eugene. We have a high youth population and our voices
need to be represented in our local government. As a
member of the LGBT community, I have actively fought to
stand strong together with minority communities to ensure
that we do what we can to protect the vulnerable citizens of
Eugene and we stand as a progressive symbol to all other
cities.
Personal Interest
I genuinely enjoy working in and for non-profit
organizations. I believe local organizations are a great
snapshot of what the community is thinking about, and
what work is being done for various issues and
communities. Being an active member in my community
is something I find incredibly important and empowering.
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The role of the Eugene Budget Committee is to not only serve as a watch dog of every cent spent by the city council,
but to be constantly aware of the value of that cent that is being spent. The role of the Budget Committee is to also
provide long reaching goals for not only the city councilors to consider, but for the city of Eugene to consider as well.
1 What do you see as the role of the Budget Committee?
I have been a political advocate for a few years here in Eugene. I use my skills as a public speaker and a consultant to
help individuals and measures with their campaigns. With this work, I get to hear a lot of individual voters and their
concerns with the city, the state, and the country. Speaking directly with the citizens of Eugene has been a great way
to learn about the various wants and needs of our community. I believe that I can bring what I've learned from the
citizens of the city of Eugene to this committee.
2 What particular contribution do you believe you can make as a member of the Budget Committee?
I currently sit on the Lane Community College Budget Committee. We had an opportunity this last fiscal year to deal
with a $10 million dollar budget gap, which was a result from poor over watch and a proverbial "Kicking the can down
the curb" mentality. This is something I strive to prevent in the future.
3 What experience or education have you had in reviewing financial data (budgets, financial statements, etc.)?
By being a city that Grows, a City that Listens, and a city that is Green. We must continually be aware that Eugene is
growing every day, and to follow those growths when they arise. We must strive to become better communicators,
listening and expressing what we are doing. We must always do what we can to be environmentally conscious as
well, striving for a greener city.
4 What three things can the City of Eugene do to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of service delivery?
I serve the LCC budget committee. I am a founding member of 2 political non-profits, which I served roughly 1 year
each.
5 What boards, commissions, or other public or civic groups do you currently serve on or have served on in the past?
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Fairmont NeighborsNeighborhood3Ward
Do You Live within the City Limits?Y If so how long?7 Yrs 1 Month
(541) 685-7181Day Phone(626) 203-
1733
Evening PhoneAdam D. Rue
FaxBusiness Address
Occupation Employer
Name
Address 2142 Fairmount Blvd
Eugene OR 97403
Lead Financial Analyst Eugene Water & Electric Board
500 E 4th
Eugene OR 97401
E-Mail Adam.Rue@eweb.org
How did you learn of this vacancy?Web Site
Optional Information
Gender Age Ethnicity36-45 White Disability DescriptionN
Additional Languages spoken English
Education / Training
I have a Master's in Economics from Portland State
university. I've used my educational experience to excel
in a variety of professional roles in budget, finance, rate
making, and resource planning functions.
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Community Service / Volunteer
I have been active in the community volunteering at my
children's school (Edison Elementary) for field trips and
coaching youth sports through Kidsports. I was recently
appointed to Vice Chair the LRAPA Budget Committee.
Job Experience
I've spend the last 13 years working at various utilities
(most recently EWEB) in areas either directly or indirectly
responsible for supporting and preparing budget
documents. I believe this experience will be an asset to the
City's budget process.
Personal Experience
I've spent 10 years living in Eugene while attending
University and for the past 7 years. I believe it's important
to be active in the community and use my skills and
experience to support the local government and
community.
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Contribution
I have a strong finance and budget background in a variety
of different organizations and think I can provide a unique
insight to the budget committee.
The role of the budget is provide feedback review and recommendations on the budget that reflect sound financial
management and the communities values.
1 What do you see as the role of the Budget Committee?
I have a strong financial background and have worked on budget development and review for a wide range of
organizations including publicly traded companies, locally owned utility, credit union, and regional air protection
agency.
2 What particular contribution do you believe you can make as a member of the Budget Committee?
I have 13 years experience in reviewing financial information including development of budgets, forecasting costs and
revenues, financial analysis, debt and equity issuances, counterparties credit reviews, and cost allocations.
3 What experience or education have you had in reviewing financial data (budgets, financial statements, etc.)?
I think three key aspects of efficient organization effectiveness are 1) reasonable and accurate budget and financial
forecast development, 2) adaptable and responsiveness to changes, and 3) prudently incur expenses and responsibly
manage the community resources.
4 What three things can the City of Eugene do to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of service delivery?
I currently serve on the Lane Regional Air Protection Agency budget committee as the Vice Chair. I also serve on the
EWEB Credit Union Supervisory Committee.
5 What boards, commissions, or other public or civic groups do you currently serve on or have served on in the past?
Personal Interest
I have a professional interest in all areas of financial
management including budget. I enjoy being a part of the
community and contributing my time and effort to make
positive changes.
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Northeast NeighborsNeighborhood5Ward
Do You Live within the City Limits?Y If so how long?5 years, 10
months
3606003373Day Phone3606003373Evening PhoneAlicia B. Voorhees
FaxBusiness Address
Occupation Employer
Name
Address 2615 Balfour St
Eugene OR 97408
Relationship Manager Sapient Private Wealth Management
101 E BROADWAY, STE 480
Eugene OR 97401
E-Mail541-342-8082 alicia.voorhees@gmail.com
How did you learn of this vacancy?Web Site
Optional Information
Gender Age Ethnicity26-35 White Disability DescriptionN
Additional Languages spoken English
Education / Training
Bachelor’s degree in Finance
Masters of Business Administration
Certified Financial Planner certification
Leadership Eugene-Springfield Program (civic
leadership) graduate
F
Budget Committee
Community Service / Volunteer
Junior Achievement Eugene Advisory Board member and
classroom teacher
Bags of Love Board member
Leadership Eugene-Springfield Steering Committee
member
Eugene Chamber Young Professionals Summit Steering
Job Experience
Financial analyst for large technology company -- budgets
and planning, capital asset management, inventory and
supply chain analysis, and marketing spending analysis
Commercial lender for community bank
Financial planning for individuals
Personal Experience
While I do not have direct experience serving on a city
board or commission, I feel my volunteer and board
service, as well the knowledge gained in the Leadership
Eugene-Springfield program has prepared me for a city
board/commission position.
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Contribution
I will take the time to understand the issues and come
prepared to make considered contributions to a debate. I
will bring my expertise and experience to the discussion
and resolution of issues in an open-minded manner. While
I may bring attention to specific point of views, my role will
be to express my own informed views. I will not take
advantage of the position to argue the case of a specific
group as the goal of the board/commission is to make the
best decision for the community as a whole.
Personal Interest
My interest stems from three experiences. The first was
watching my father volunteer his time as a member on
our local library board of trustees. I was inspired by his
service to the community and learned the value of taking
care of our community resources. The second was
through a course I took as part of my MBA coursework
that focused on the intersection of politics, public policy
and business management. I was fascinated by the idea
of businesses incorporating the perspective of public
service values in decision-making to include fairness and
respect for the individual, accountability and
transparency, efficiency and objectivity, and holding
public trust. The third experience was participating in the
Leadership Eugene-Springfield program where I was able
to broaden my knowledge of current topics important to
the needs and betterment of our community. The passion
exhibited by the presenters inspired me to become
involved in the stewardship of our community.
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The role of the Budget Committee is to ensure that monies used to benefit the community are utilized in an efficient,
equitable, and effective manner. The Committee should listen to community members as it concerns what changes
they would like to see made in the budget and seriously take them into consideration as valuable feedback. The
Committee must ensure that current needs are met as well effectively plan ahead for future needs within an agreed-
upon framework. Any changes or adjustments made to the budget should be done after appropriate research and/or
evaluation. The Committee must proactively identify and address any issues with the budget.
1 What do you see as the role of the Budget Committee?
I believe my experience of working as a budgets and planning analyst for a declining business segment will be most
valuable to the Budget Committee. Through that experience where the budget was reduced from $80MM to $25MM
and headcount was reduced to 850 people to 250 people, I learned how to sensitively and diplomatically partner with
program managers to make hard decisions.
2 What particular contribution do you believe you can make as a member of the Budget Committee?
I have an undergraduate degree in finance which included accounting coursework. I have an MBA which included
additional finance and accounting coursework at a managerial level. I am a Certified Financial Planner professional
and have in-depth knowledge in retirement plans and investments. I have worked as a financial analysis for a large
company several focus areas to include budgets and planning, capital asset management, inventory and supply chain
analysis, and marketing spending analysis.
3 What experience or education have you had in reviewing financial data (budgets, financial statements, etc.)?
One thing the City of Eugene could focus on is creating a culture of openness to good ideas for efficiency regardless
of the scale. Another thing would be to focus on consistent and quality data. Another thing would be to focus on
outcomes as success measures.
4 What three things can the City of Eugene do to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of service delivery?
I have been a board member and classroom volunteer for the Junior Achievement Eugene Advisory Board as well as a
member of the Bags of Love Board. After completing the Leadership Eugene-Springfield program, I joined the
steering committee. I served as a member for the first two years of the Eugene Chamber Young Professionals Summit
Steering Committee. I took a year off from community involvement to complete the education program requirements
to sit for the Certified Financial Planner exam. Now that I have passed the exam, I am ready to pursue community
service again. After living in Eugene for six+ years, I would very much like to the opportunity to serve on a city
board/commission.
5 What boards, commissions, or other public or civic groups do you currently serve on or have served on in the past?
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