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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 3A: Approval of City Council Minutes ECC UGENE ITY OUNCIL AIS GENDA TEM UMMARY Approval of Council Minutes Meeting Date: October 8, 2012 Agenda Item Number: 3A Department: City Manager’s Office Staff Contact: Kris Bloch www.eugene-or.gov Contact Telephone Number: 541-682-8497 ISSUE STATEMENT This is a routine item to approve City Council minutes. SUGGESTED MOTION Move to approve the minutes of the September 10, 2012, Work Session, September 10, 2012, Regular Meeting, September 12, 2012, Work Session, September 17, 2012, Public Hearing, September 24, Work Session, September 24, 2012, Regular Meeting and September 26, 2012, Work Session. ATTACHMENTS A. September 10, 2012, Work Session B. September 10, 2012, Regular Meeting C. September 12, 2012, Work Session D. September 17, 2012, Public Hearing E. September 24, 2012, Work Session F. September 24, 2012, Regular Meeting G. September 26, 2012, Work Session FOR MORE INFORMATION Staff Contact: Kris Bloch Telephone: 541-682-8497 Staff E-Mail: kris.d.bloch@ci.eugene.or.us S:\CMO\2012 Council Agendas\M121008\S1210083A.doc ATTACHMENT A M I N U T E S Eugene City Council Bascom/Tykeson Room, Eugene Public Library th 100 W. 10 Avenue—Eugene, Oregon September 10, 2012 5:30 p.m. COUNCILORS PRESENT: George Brown, Pat Farr, Betty Taylor, Mike Clark, Chris Pryor, Andrea Ortiz, George Poling COUNCILORS ABSENT: Alan Zelenka Her Honor Mayor Kitty Piercy called the September 10, 2012 Work Session of the Eugene City Council to order. A:WORK SESSIONDiscussion Concerning Downtown Public Safety Zone : Lieutenant Sam Kamkar and Police Chief Pete Kerns introduced the topic. Lt. Kamkar provided a history of the DPSZ and some detail about the number of exclusions from mid-2011 through January, 2012. Both Chief Kerns and Lt. Kamkar advocated for the extension of the sunset date of the ordinance, with a few process amendments. EPD staff suggested they would find a way to examine and count behavior downtown, possibly with assistance from the University of Oregon. Additionally, Municipal Court staff proposed they would contract with a local attorney firm to provide legal advice to those cited for exclusion from the downtown core. Lt. Kamkar reviewed some items and clarified the following things:  EPD doesn’t exclude anyone, but refers the individual to a judge at Municipal Court who reviews the situation and makes a decision about whether or not to exclude them.  EPD concentrates their efforts on prolific offenders and those who commit serious crimes.  This is a tool EPD needs to help make downtown safer and data shows it is working.  Data confirms those who are excluded from downtown often don’t return and they are not perpetrating crimes elsewhere in Eugene during the period of exclusion. Municipal Court Administrator Jeff Perry spoke in support of extending the DPSZ and suggested entering into a new contractual agreement with a local attorney firm at an estimated cost of $10,000 to $15,000 annually. City Prosecutor Dan Barkovic recapped the types of offenses people were cited for and noted that the DPSZ helps keep serious offenders out of downtown and as a result, the downtown area is safer. Presiding Municipal Court Judge Wayne Allen recapped some of the reasons for dismissals and reiterated that this tool helps judges do their jobs in ways that were not previously available to them Council Questions and Answers:  Are people given verbal notice of hearing? Notice is given in writing. Very few request a hearing and those who do often don’t show up.  How do we address lack of bed space/funding at the Lane County Jail? Given the current jail situation, DPSZ helps address some of the people who would otherwise be walking around causing problems.  Who qualifies for a Court Appointed Attorney (CAA)? All people who are cited qualify.  How are hours billed for the CAA, what is billed, how does the financial component work? Attorneys will bill if the charges warrant it. The CAA portion would be billed separately so that those hours are tracked independently of other charges. MINUTES – Eugene City Council September 10, 2012 Page 1 Work Session  Is the CAA responsible for assisting with hearing only, but not the underlying charge? Yes, but in some circumstances the CAA may also assist with the underlying charge as well.  If people are contacted only after they’re in jail, how would they find out about the CAA? They would receive the bright yellow business card and the printed notice. Additionally, their financial paperwork would also allow the Court to refer them immediately to CAA. B:ITEMS OF INTEREST FROM MAYOR, CITY COUNCILORS AND CITY MANAGER  Councilor Taylor commented that the proposed increase iubparking rates would create an economic hardship and would not be good for downtown.  A constituent raised concerns about burning in wetlands. Discussion on this item: The City might consider manual removal of unwanted plants, but it is expensive and staff intensive. A comment was made that both animals and people are at risk. The City Manager indicated he would look at reasons for burning of wetlands.  Councilor Poling reported that on a recent trip to an event Seattle he saw the prototype of EV vehicles, including the Arcimoto vehicle.  Councilor Farr said he attended the Human Rights Commission Retreat. He conveyed his strong feeling of support for their work. Councilor Farr also noted that the Bethel School District is planning to replace two schools with no new money, and no tax rate increase.  Regarding the proposed parking fee increase, Councilor Clark agreed with Councilor Taylor and wanted to look for ways to make downtown parking free.  Mayor Piercy acknowledged the many things Eugene has to celebrate: new Police Station, Eugene Celebration, progress on Regional Prosperity Plan, Sunday Streets, completion of an additional new Vets Housing Project, the work of Lane Area Commission On Transportation, and more. Consent Calendar: Approval of City Council Minutes A. - June 27, 2012, Work Session - July 9, 2012, Work Session - July 9, 2012, Regular Meeting - July 18, 2012, Work Session - July 23, 2012, Work Session - July 23, 2012, Regular Meeting - July 25, 2012, Work Session B. Approval of Tentative Working Agenda C. Ratification of Intergovernmental Relations Committee Minutes of July 18, 2012 D. Appointment to Lane Workforce Partnership Councilor Brown, seconded by Councilor Farr, moved to approve the items on the Consent calendar,. The motion passed 7-0. The Mayor requested that the action on the alley vacation be moved to beginning of the City Council meeting, followed by the public comment period. Councilors agreed to the agenda adjustment. The work session of the Eugene City Council adjourned at 7:00 pm. Respectfully submitted, Michelle Mortensen Deputy City Recorder MINUTES – Eugene City Council September 10, 2012 Page 2 Work Session ATTACHMENT B M I N U T E S Eugene City Council Bascom/Tykeson Room, Eugene Public Library th 100 W. 10 Avenue—Eugene, Oregon September 10, 2012 7:30 p.m. COUNCILORS PRESENT: George Brown, Pat Farr, Betty Taylor, Mike Clark, Chris Pryor, Andrea Ortiz, George Poling COUNCILORS ABSENT: Alan Zelenka Her Honor Mayor Kitty Piercy called the September 10, 2012 Regular Meeting of the Eugene City Council to order. 1. ACTIONAn Ordinance Vacating a Portion of High Alley, Located Between East Broadway and East : Broadway Alley (VRI 12-2) Councilor Brown, seconded by Councilor Farr, moved to adopt Council Bill 5075, an ordinance vacating the segment of High Alley between East Broadway and East Broadway Alley. The motion passed, 7-0. 2. PUBLIC FORUM  Jill Winans , Ward 2, No Kill Community Coalition, voiced concerns about Animal Services and changes at Greenhill.  Marti Black ,Ward 2, expressed concerns and animal care standards and dog walking.  Bob Cassidy , Ward 3, suggested requiring a weatherization audit prior to sale of all houses in Eugene.  Helen Liguori , Ward 2, spoke about the homeless population in Eugene and requested funding for public toilets.  Peter Grotticelli spoke about Police and harassment of vagrants noting that the homeless need a place to live.  Jean Stacy , Ward 1, spoke about Opportunity Village, noting that land is needed to help economic refugees.  Michael Carrigan , Ward 7, Opportunity Village, asked for quick action to help the unhoused before winter sets in.  Robin Bloomgarden spoke about the DPSZ and criticized EPD’s data on DPSZ.  Joe Tyndall, Ward 1, spoke about the homeless in Eugene, noting issues of fairness, legality and targeting.  Eugene Drix spoke about new things that are happening in his neighborhood.  Diane Bolte-Silverman spoke about animal issues, noting that Animal Services was understaffed. st Lisa Warnes , Ward 2, 1 Avenue Shelter, stated that animals are not getting quality care.  John Jordan-Cascade , Ward 5, Beyond Toxics, expressed concerns health issues related to coal trains.  Karen Beasley , Ward 6, spoke against coal trains and in support of a City Council resolution against coal trains.  Alley Valkyrie , Ward 1, expressed concern about her arrest last year and wants EPD to be accountable for its actions. MINUTES – Eugene City Council September 10, 2012 Page 1 Regular Meeting  Jill Davidson , Ward 1, Beyond Toxics, voiced concern about coal dust. She added kudos about Occupy Eugene.  Carol Berg-Caldwell , expressed concerns about the recent assaults on two young men.  Majeska Seese-Green , Ward 1, expressed concerns about violence against homeless people. . Mayor Piercy thanked everyone who spoke at the public forum. ADJOURN: The meeting adjourned at 8:30 pm. Respectfully Submitted, Michelle Mortensen Deputy City Recorder MINUTES – Eugene City Council September 10, 2012 Page 2 Regular Meeting ATTACHMENT C M I N U T E S Eugene City Council Bascom/Tykeson Room - Eugene Public Library th 100 West 10 Avenue—Eugene, Oregon September 12, 2012 5:30 p.m. COUNCILORS PRESENT: George Brown, Pat Farr, Betty Taylor, Mike Clark, Chris Pryor, George Poling, Alan Zelenka, Andrea Ortiz Her Honor Mayor Kitty Piercy called the September 12, 2012, Work Session of the Eugene City Council to order. A: WORK SESSION: Police Auditor / Civilian Review Board Annual Report Police Auditor Mark Gissiner introduced Tim Laue, chair of the Civilian Review Board (CRB). Mr. Laue reviewed some of the elements of the CRB annual report to the City Council, including:  The CRB is performing as intended and has fulfilled the role of reviewing process and procedures for Eugene Police Department (EPD) officers.  The biggest area of need is to have more in-car video capability in order to provide a much needed context for the interaction and conversation between officers and community members The hard work done in setting up the program has led to things working well at o this stage of the program. Several councilors expressed their thanks for the work that has been done and noted they appreciate the professional manner in which the report was prepared and how the information was provided to the council. Councilors also commented on the neutral and fair way in which case file information is reviewed . Mayor Piercy said she finds the newsletter very informative and wants to see it continue. Mr. Gissiner noted:  Appreciation for the work that was done to set up the program - it was very staff- involved.  EPD and the Auditor are now able to differentiate between criminal activity and nuisances, which is quite helpful.  One of the reasons he feels this system is working so well is that EPD, the Auditor’s Office and the CRB are communicating with each other. Many other cities with this model are not having the same success, in part due to o the lack of trust and communication between the working parties.  Eugene has also seen a significant rise in mental health and substance abuse issues, so the work is a bit more challenging because of these changing and increasing dynamics. MINUTES – Eugene City Council September 12, 2012 Page 1 Work Session  He hopes to see improvement in definitions of roles for the officers within EPD. The lieutenants who work in Internal Affairs will need better role definitions regarding the differences between criminal vs. office or policy investigations. Councilor Farr noted that the Police Auditor position is one of only three employees who report to the City Council, so the general public may feel a greater degree of trust about the program because of this reporting structure. B: WORK SESSION: Public Art Master Plan Assistant Community Events Manager Isaac Marquez gave a PowerPoint presentation of art pieces in different places around the United States, and the stories that went along with each piece. The point of this presentation was to reiterate the importance of public art and further, to acknowledge the need for a public art master plan to help guide future choices, implementation and decisions. Mr. Marquez touched on a few local art pieces and then provided information about the current project of painting traffic junction boxes pink and having teens in an art project paint words from poems on the boxes. Councilors seemed impressed with the presentation and noted the following things:  Some councilors would like to go on a tour to see all the public art the City currently has, like poetry in the Overpark, the walking path between downtown and the U of O, etc.  The City should ensure the art in the old City Hall building is protected, saved and retained for future use.  Communities that invest in art are healthier and self-confident.  Efforts should be concentrated on Highway 99 and the “other” entrance into town, from the Airport into Eugene itself. This is one area that really needs some attention and art would be a great way to spruce it up.  The 1% for art initiative is codified and important, but staff needs to educate the general public. A lot of community members don’t understand it and the City gets a lot of complaints about money being spent on art in tough financial times.  Art is needed which recognizes the African-American community in Eugene.  Publicity about the pink utility boxes is needed, so more people understand what the project is and why it is being done.  Some art is needed commemorating Native Americans.  A way should be found to link the things the community loves about Eugene through art projects, maybe through each neighborhood association. t Mayor Piercy adjournedhe meeting at 1:25 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Michelle Mortensen Deputy City Recorder MINUTES – Eugene City Council September 12, 2012 Page 2 Work Session ATTACHMENT D M I N U T E S Eugene City Council Bascom/Tykeson Room, Eugene Public Library th 100 W. 10 Avenue—Eugene, Oregon September 17, 2012 7:30 p.m. COUNCILORS PRESENT: George Brown, Betty Taylor, Mike Clark, Chris Pryor, Alan Zelenka. COUNCILORS ABSENT: Andrea Ortiz, George Poling , Pat Farr Her Honor Mayor Kitty Piercy called the September 17, 2012, Public Hearing of the Eugene City Council to order and explained the process and rules for speaking at public hearings. 1. PUBLIC HEARING:An Ordinance Concerning Exempting Certain Law Enforcement Personnel from Bicycle Operating Rules and Amending Section 5.400 of the Eugene Code, 1971.  Peter Grotticelli , said that he is opposed to police officers riding on bikes in the downtown core.  Alley Valkyrie, expressed opposition, saying it is unfair to allow it for some but not all.  Deb Frisch , stated her strong support for allowing EPD to ride bikes on sidewalks.  L.M. Reese: said that allowing bike riders on sidewalks is dangerous.  Joe Tyndall: said the entire ordinance regulating the use of sidewalks needs to be revisited.  Kimberly Gladen, s upported allowing EPD personnel on sidewalks as long as it’s safe.  Michael Gannon , said the streets should be safer for all bicyclists. 2. PUBLIC HEARING: An Ordinance Extending the Sunset Date for the Downtown Public Safety Zone; Amending Sections 4.874, 4.876 and 4.878 of the Eugene Code, 1971; and Repealing Section 4.875 of that Code.  John Brown , Ward 5, supported the DPSZ, saying it is necessary for safety and economic health.  Sheryl Balthrop , Ward 5, supported extending the DPSZ for another two years.  Sean Kern-Craft, supported extension of the DPSZ, acknowledging it’s not a perfect solution.  Dave Hauser , DEI and Chamber of Commerce, supported the DPSZ.  Michael Carrigan , CALC, opposed the DPSZ because it infringes on human rights of all.  Helen Liguori , opposed the DPSZ because it targets homeless people and circumvents due process.  Dave Fidanque, ACLU, opposed the DPSZ and requested that the City Council sunset it.  Heather Marek, opposed the ordinance and cited a variety of reasons it should sunset.  Janet Brown, Ward 4, supported extending the DPSZ, saying it provides accountability.  Carol Berg-Caldwell, opposed the DPSZ and encouraged the council to be part of the solution.  Larry Reed , supported extension of the DPSZ, noting downtown is safer  Tom Slocum , urged the council to extend DPSZ and be socially responsible.  Bill Whalen, Ward 5, commended the City and EPD for efforts to improve safety downtown.  Jim Davidson, Ward 7, opposed the DPSZ and asked council to return to former system  Ambrose Holtham-Keathley , said that downtown is not safer and opposed the DPSZ.  Barry Dillon, said that homelessness is often regarded as criminal behavior and opposed the DPSZ.  Jennifer Turner , opposed the DPSZ and advocated making Eugene an inclusive place. MINUTES – Eugene City Council September 17, 2012 Page 1 Public Hearing  John Michael Leach, opposed the DPSZ, saying it represented unequal enforcement of laws.  Peter Grottichelli , opposed the DPSZ, saying it is class-based discrimination.  Alley Valkyrie , opposed the DPSZ, saying that City is issuing punishment before conviction.  Eric Riechers . strongly supported the extension of DPZS..  Joyce Godels , opposed the DPSZ.  Betty Snowden spoke in favor of the DPSZ, noting it is about behavior and criminal activity.  Jean Stacey opposed the DPSZ and voiced concern that data on this ordinance is hidden by EPD.  Wayne Ford opposed the DPSZ and said it amounts to harassment.  J. Ingrid Kessler supported extending the DPSZ because it promotes safety.  Deb Frisch opposed the DPSZ, saying it tramples on people’s human rights.  Sue Sierralupe, Ward 1, said she worked with Occupy Medical and opposes the DPSZ.  Jan Wostmann opposed the DPSZ, noting the root causes of problems are not been addressed.  Joseph Newton, Ward 7, opposed the DPSZ asking for it to sunset.  Larry Banks , Ward 1, urged support for and extension of the DPSZ.  Todd Edman, Ward 4, supported extension of the DPSZ, noting downtown is safer now.  Celeste Edman, Ward 4, supported extending the DPSZ.  Lisa Lindquist supports the extension of the DPSZ.  Wendy Baker asked the council to extend the DPSZ, noting it addresses dangerous crimes.  Phyllis Hockley opposed the DPSZ, feeling it puts youth at risk.  Sarah Bennett , Chair of Downtown Neighbors Association, supported extending the DPSZ.  Tobey Ritchie, Ward 5, supported the DPSZ, urging City Council to extend it.  Kelly Bosch supported the DPSZ, saying downtown is now safer.  Kim Darden supported the DPSZ because it makes downtown safer.  Mark Johnson, Ward 5, said downtown safety is important to LTD and asked to extend the DPSZ.  John Monroe, Ward 1, opposed the DPSZ.  Moshe Immerman, opposed the DPSZ, citing due process concerns.  Nikki Edmonson spoke in favor of the DPSZ, saying downtown has become much safer.  Jay Moseley noted the DPSZ raises too many problems with civil liberties.  Ralph Parshall spoke in favor of DPSZ, noting that safety has improved, but it’s still an issue.  Joe Tyndall opposed the DPSZ extension, saying it is a failed policy.  Kimberly Gladen noted that the DPSZ has helped make things safer downtown.  J. Sylvester said conditions have improved downtown, but crime and problems are still prevalent.  Michael Gannon supported the sunset of the DPSZ.  Tom Kamis supported the DPSZ, stating that EPD isn’t harassing homeless people.  Alex Brice favored the extension of DPSZ.  Misha Seymour opposed the DPSZ, talking about crime in other cities and homelessness.  Lourdes Martez asked the City Council to sunset the ordinance.  Ty Pearsall opposed the DPSZ saying he’d like to see the violent offenders behind bars. 3. PUBLIC HEARING: An Ordinance Encouraging the Use of Reusable Bags Banning Single-Use Plastic Carryout Bags and Adding Sections 6850, 6855, 6860 and 6865 to the Eugene Code 1971  Cynthia Kokis talked about health concerns of plastic bags.  J. Ingrid Kessler strongly supported the use of permanent bags for a variety of reasons.  Danielle (no last name provided) said ‘single use bags’ have many uses and opposed the ordinance.  Mark Callahan advocated against the bag ban, saying people should have a choice.  Sabre Marcroft , Ward 7, supported the bag ban and asked everyone to break habits of convenience.  L.M. Reese opposed the plastic bag ban because it takes choice away from shoppers.  Charles Biggs, Ward 4, opposed the plastic bag ban, citing health issues and concerns.  Eileen Fonseca , Ward 8, supported the bag ban, noting the many environmental issues  Ashley Miller, Ward 5, supported the bag ban, and presented more than 2,000 cards from community members and grocers supporting bag ban. Eugene City Council Minutes, September 17, 2012 S:\CMO\2012 Council Agendas\M121008\S1210083A-attD.doc  Sarah Higgenbotham supported the bag ban, citing the many negative impacts of plastic bags.  Joe Tyndall, asked one question: Haven’t we generated enough trash yet?  Karen Booth supported the bag ban saying she stopped using them years ago.  Wesley Sweitzer asked the council to ban the bags.  Lon Otterby supported the plastic bag ban, noting it will help protect our environment.  Michael Gannon s upported the bag ban for health and environmental reasons.  Charlie Plybon s upported the effort to ban plastic bags.  Shawn Miller , Northwest Grocery Assn., supported the proposed bag ban.  Laura Marti spoke about convenience vs. benefit and supported the plastic bag ban.  Arnold Wymore supported the use of plastic bags for pet waste, rainy days and groceries.  Lara Daskivich, Ward 3, supported the plastic bag ban, citing environmental impacts.  Lisa Mowry supported the plastic bag ban citing health issues. ADJOURN: The meeting adjourned at 10:16 pm Respectfully Submitted, Michelle Mortensen Deputy City Recorder Eugene City Council Minutes, September 17, 2012 S:\CMO\2012 Council Agendas\M121008\S1210083A-attD.doc ATTACHMENT E M I N U T E S Eugene City Council Bascom/Tykeson Room—Eugene Public Library th 100 West 10 Avenue—Eugene, Oregon September 24, 2012 5:30 p.m. COUNCILORS PRESENT: George Brown, Pat Farr, Betty Taylor, Mike Clark, Chris Pryor, George Poling, Alan Zelenka COUNCILORS ABSENT: Andrea Ortiz LANE COMMUNITY COLLEGE BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Her Honor Mayor Kitty Piercy called the September 24, 2012, Work Session of the Eugene City Council to order. A. WORK SESSION: Joint Meeting with Lane Community College Board of Education Lane Community College (LCC) Board members Present: Mary Spilde, Sonya Christian, Pat Albright, Rosie Pryor, Susie Johnston, Gary LeClair, Sharon Stiles, Bob Ackerman, Tony McCown. Mayor Piercy welcomed everyone to the meeting and mentioned how nice it was to have the new LCC building downtown and across the street from the present meeting location in the Bascom/Tykeson Room. Mary Spilde opened the meeting with information about the new LCC building downtown. She noted how important the partnership with the City of Eugene has been for LCC and the community. She talked about the funding and noted it would not have been possible without the “public, public, public, public partnership.” She explained why she worded it that way, stating that the ability to leverage funds from several public agencies allowed LCC to bring this dream to reality. She noted that one of the wonderful things about this building is that energy efficiency will be taught to students through their everyday use and occupancy of the building. Ms. Spilde introduced Jenette Kane, director of Continuing Education, who discussed some of the details of the student housing and the components of the new education center. Ms. Kane noted that in addition to student housing, the following will be in the new building:  Small Business Development Center  Energy Management Program  English as a Second Language  General Education Classes  Continuing Education Programs  New Center for Meeting and Learning (in the center of the two “Ls” of the buildings which will hold about 250 people) MINUTES – Eugene City Council September 24, 2012 Page 1 Work Session Greg Morgan and Brad Roulette were introduced. They spoke to the history of the current downtown building and its previous uses, noting one of the biggest issues LCC faces with this building is deferred maintenance. Several re-use options for the current downtown facility were presented, including: 1. Sell property outright 2. Continue to use the building for LCC purposes 3. Lease the building and individual spaces 4. Use for incubator businesses, mixed-use 5. Lease of land and building options on longer-term basis Suggestions from councilors and LCC Board members included:  Use existing building as a youth center  Consider Regional Prosperity Plan and think about ways to incorporate community needs into plans for future uses.  Maintain open communications (ongoing) as the new housing development occurs and as students begin classes in the new building. City Manager Ruiz noted that the Eugene Police will have a sub-station in the new building. Sonya Christian was introduced and provided information about the Master Plan. Ms. Christian talked th about the future planning of the main LCC campus site at 30 Avenue, highlighting the following:  Wetlands protection and restoration  UGB discussion – might include Russell Creek Basin  Rezoning Goshen to Industrial. (Increased traffic on I-5 is highly possible if this happens)  Proposed new EMX route from Main Street up McVay Highway to the school th I-5 and 30 Avenue Interchange - critical to reprioritize which road projects are funded.  Glenwood Refinement Plan – could bring new commercial and business opportunities  Oakhill School Long Range Planning - submitted a building permit to add two new buildings on that site.  40% increase in student enrollment over the past three years has resulted issue with parking and public transportation. The group talked briefly about how to speed up EmX implementation to get more lines in more places. Several people expressed hope of initiating multiple EmX lines at one time. Interim Planning Director Carolyn Burke gave a presentation about Envision Eugene, noting that the Russell Creek Basin area was among the areas discussed during this process. In-depth analysis of all potential growth analysis was done including wetlands, natural resources, potential services, and legal considerations. Councilors and LCC Board members expressed appreciation for the partnerships and collaboration that occurred and continues to occur to enhance the community. ADJOURN: The meeting adjourned at 6:55 pm. Respectfully Submitted, Michelle Mortensen Deputy City Recorder MINUTES – Eugene City Council September 24, 2012 Page 2 Work Session ATTACHMENT F M I N U T E S Eugene City Council Bascom/Tykeson Room, Eugene Public Library th 100 W. 10 Avenue—Eugene, Oregon September 24, 2012 7:30 p.m. COUNCILORS PRESENT: George Brown, Pat Farr, Betty Taylor, Mike Clark, Chris Pryor, George Poling, Alan Zelenka COUNCILORS ABSENT: Andrea Ortiz Her Honor Mayor Kitty Piercy called the September 24, 2012, Regular Meeting of the Eugene City Council to order. 1. APPROVAL OF CONSENT CALENDAR Prior to approval of the consent calendar, Kevin Matthews spoke about the EWEB downtown master plan. He urged the City to talk about this at a conceptual level to avoid going directly into the details that may bog down the process. Items A and B were pulled from the Consent Calendar. Regarding the action to initiate Land Use Code amendments to enable consideration of the Eugene Water & Electric Board Riverfront Master Plan, it was noted that this item was on the calendar simply to allow the process to move on to the next step Councilor Brown, seconded by Councilor Farr, moved to initiate amendments to the land use code to enable the Planning Commission and City Council to consider EWEB’s master plan proposal. The motion passed, 6:1, Councilor Taylor opposed. Regarding the approval of the Tentative Working Agenda, Councilor Taylor asked why the City Hall discussion and action were not listed in the tentative agenda. City Manager Ruiz said his intent was to schedule the item before the end of 2012. Councilor Brown, seconded by Councilor Farr, moved to approve the Tentative Working Agenda. The motion passed, 7:0, 2. PUBLIC FORUM th Gerry Gaydos, Ward 2, spoke in favor of EmX, supporting businesses along W. 11 Avenue. th Chris Potter, Ward 8, supported EmX, citing strong support for the project along W. 11.  Matthew Hollander, Ward 8, supported West Eugene EmX, citing environmental reasons.  Angela San Filippo, Ward 1, supported West Eugene EmX, noting area is underserved.  Kate Miller, Ward 3, supported West Eugene EmX expansion.  J. Ingrid Kessler supported West Eugene EmX.  Sue Prichard , Ward 3, Better Eugene/Springfield Transit, supported West Eugene EmX.  Alex Page , supported EmX noting he doesn’t own a car and relies on public transporation.  Mia Nelson , 1000 Friends, expressed concern about a district wide vote and supported the EmX. MINUTES – Eugene City Council September 24, 2012 Page 1 Regular Meeting ATTACHMENT F  Jessie Stewart , Ward 1, said she uses public transportation and supports the extension of EmX.  Laura Potter , Ward 8, Better Eugene/Springfield Transit, supported West Eugene EmX.  Ashley Miller , Ward 5, BEST board member, supported West EmX for a variety of reasons.  Jennifer Self, s upported EmX extension, saying she relies on EmX to get to and from work.  Toby Barwood , Ward 1, supported EmX extension, citing better choices for a better future.  Hannah Klausman , Ward 1, supported the EmX extension.  Jason Lugo , Ward 7, supported West Eugene EmX.  Ian Foster , Ward 1, BEST board member, supported West Eugene EmX.  Greg Rikhoff , Ward 1, representing University of Oregon, supported West Eugene EmX.  Larry Reed , supported West Eugene EmX, and expressed hope that the issue doesn’t go to vote.  Joshua Skov , Ward 1, advisor to BEST, supported West Eugene EmX.  Jean Stacey, spoke about the Downtown Public Safety Zone.  Paul Leitman , Ward 1, supported West Eugene EmX.  Joe McAndrew, UO, asked the council to support the West Eugene EmX.  Michael Duncan , Ward 1, supported the West EmX extension.  Douglas Bovee , Ward 1, supports EmX, noting BRT moves people quickly and efficiently.  Juan Carlos Valle , Ward 2, supported EmX for a variety of reasons.  Anne Kelvin , Ward 1, supported Opportunity Village.  Julie Daniel supported EmX, citing broad-based support for EmX in Eugene and Springfield.  Edem Gomez , Ward 2, supported the West Eugene EmX expansion for businesses.  Geoff Ostrove supported extension of West Eugene EmX.  Stacy Ludington , supported EmX.  Don Kahle , Ward 2, Vice President of BEST, asked council to think about the future.  Carlos Barrera , BEST member, supported EmX expansion.  Terry Beyer, State Representative, BEST board of directors, noted benefits of EmX.  Jon Belcher talked about CLUTAC and supported the West Eugene EmX extension.  Bill Randall , Planning Commission and CLUTAC member, supported the EmX extension.  Sasha Luftig , Ward 1, Sustainability Commission, supported the West Eugene EmX.  Jessica Bloomfield , shared environmental impacts of West Eugene EmX and supported the project.  Carleen Reilly , River Road Comm. Org., supported EmX, and opposed coal trains.  John Monroe , Ward 1, spoke about the DPSZ, noting the lack of data from EPD.  Alley Valkyrie related a story of a disabled man named Richard Kurtz.  Rosie Pryor , Ward 8, supported the EmX, saying it is part of a regional transportation system.  Joe Tyndall said winter is coming and the council needs to act to address the homeless.  Tom Snyder spoke about EWEB Plaza, saying it should remain in public ownership for life.  Bob Macherione opposed both the downtown exclusion zone and West Eugene EmX.  Lorraine Kerwood , Ward 1, BEST advisory committee, supported West Eugene EmX.  Sabra Marcroft , Ward 7, asked the council to think about selective enforcement.  Charles Hibberd said the DPSZ feels un-American and opposed the EmX extension.  Dave Hauser , Ward 5, Chamber of Commerce, supported EmX for business and economy.  Rob Zako , Board member of BEST, supported EmX West Eugene extension. ADJOURNED: The meeting adjourned at 9:12 pm. Respectfully Submitted, Michelle Mortensen Deputy City Recorder MINUTES – Eugene City Council September 24, 2012 Page 2 Regular Meeting ATTACHMENT G M I N U T E S Eugene City Council Bascom/Tykeson Room, Eugene Public Library th 100 W. 10 Avenue—Eugene, Oregon September 26, 2012 Noon COUNCILORS PRESENT: George Brown, Pat Farr, Betty Taylor, Mike Clark, Chris Pryor, George Poling, Alan Zelenka, Andrea Ortiz Her Honor Mayor Kitty Piercy called the September 26, 2012, Work Session of the Eugene City Council to order. A: WORK SESSION: WEST EUGENE EMX EXTENSTION City Manager Jon Ruiz provided background on the topic and shared historical data, route information, transportation options and long-term guiding documents and plans Councilor Brown, seconded by Councilor Farr, moved to approve LTD’s construction of the ththth West Eugene 6/7/11 EmX Corridor. Councilor Poling stated that he would offer a substitute motion, noting that the Federal Transit Authority (FTA) was looking for support for the project and a vote would indicate how all residents who live within the LTD district feel about this proposed line. Councilor Poling, seconded by Councilor Clark, moved to substitute to direct the City Manager to inform LTD that the City Council will approve the W. 11th EmX route/corridor if, and only if, LTD refers to its voters the question of whether the W. 11th extension be built and a majority of the votes approve the ballot measure. The council discussed the merits of the motion and stated their reasons for supporting or not supporting it. Those in opposition expressed support for the EmX concept and the public process this issue has been vetted through. Councilors in support noted that controversial decisions of this magnitude should be put to a public vote The motion to substitute failed 3:5, councilors Brown, Ortiz, Pryor, Taylor and Zelenka opposed. The council returned to original motion. Councilors discussed their strong support for public transit in general and agreed that many of the suggestions for improving the public process and the implementation of the West Eugene corridor should be considered. Attention should continue to be paid to mitigating any impacts on businesses affected by construction. Mayor Piercy thanked everyone for their involvement and called for the vote. The motion passed 7:1, Councilor Poling opposed. MINUTES – Eugene City Council September 26, 2012 Page 1 Work Session B. WORK SESSION: OPPORTUNITY EUGENE FOLLOW-UP Community Programs Analyst Michael Wisth provided an update on funding, social services, shelter, and other issues facing homeless persons in Eugene. He asked council for guidance on how site selection for some sort of homeless camp might occur, noting there are a number of variables, choices, factors and selection criteria, including:  Land site issues –regulatory issues/concerns  Target population - Who are we serving? What populations will we focus on?  Type of shelter - permanent, temporary or short-term, emergency?  Consideration of existing services - add new programs or work toward a balance? Mr. Wisth outlined the next steps which will include a work session on October 17 to review site analysis, followed by a refinement of options, and further discussion in November to finalize direction. Councilor Comments, Questions and Concerns:  Impacts of one large camp – should remain on table as an option.  Extension of car camping ordinance - City Manager Ruiz asked for head nods to determine if councilors were in favor of extending the car camping ordinance. A majority of councilors supported that extension.  Illegal camping spots - problems with these sites need to be dealt with appropriately.  Target population – support for helping both individuals and families with children was expressed.  Social service funding - more attention should be focused on identifying sustainable funding.  Notification of property owners of prospective sites.  Short-term, cold weather option needed – implementation of longer-term plan to follow. th Use of old Armory Building at 13 and Chambers.  More information needed - weigh passion, enthusiasm, excitement against experience and caution. The council generally agreed to narrow the list of options down to those sites the City has control over and several councilors also advocated a smaller-scale pilot project. In response to concerns that no specific sites had been identified, Mr. Ruiz said he asked Mr. Wisth not to bring a site list to the City Council because there were too many factors to consider and the list was several hundred sites in number. He asked the City Council to help staff narrow down the elements related to site selection. Council agreed to the request. ADJOURN: The meeting adjourned at 1:35 pm. Respectfully Submitted, Michelle Mortensen Deputy City Recorder MINUTES – Eugene City Council September 26, 2012 Page 2 Work Session