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Good evening,
The Eugene City Council discussed a proposed ordinance that would make it illegal to hand money or other items out of a car to a person standing alongside the road or on a street corner. Some councilors said the ordinance was a way to avoid dangerous traffic situations. Others said it was an unnecessary way to penalize homeless people. The mayor ended up breaking a 4-4 tie vote to advance the proposal to the next step, which will be a public hearing. Grace Chinowsky was there.
Grace also reports on the resignation of Eugene’s Public Works director, Rich Hoey, who came to Eugene from Olympia, Washington, a little over a year ago. An interim director is filling the role for now.
Over in Springfield, the City Council first swore in a new interim councilor, Andrew Buck, to fill a vacant seat. Then they talked over a proposed city payroll tax the council is considering to help balance its budget. They plan a hearing Dec. 8 to gather public comment on the tax. Lillian Schrock-Clevenger explains.
City Club of Eugene will host three school superintendents — from the Eugene 4J, Springfield and Bethel districts — for a discussion on education issues this Friday.
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Proposed ban on handing items from cars to pedestrians heads to public hearing
By Grace Chinowsky
If passed, the Eugene ordinance would fine drivers up to $50 for handing money or other items to pedestrians along a road or at an intersection. Supporters cite traffic safety; opponents call it a misplaced response to homelessness.
Eugene public works director resigns
By Grace Chinowsky
Rich Hoey’s last day was Oct. 3, and an interim replacement has been working in the role.
Springfield council plans public hearing on possible payroll tax
By Lillian Schrock-Clevenger
The hearing is set for Dec. 8 on a proposed city payroll tax intended to help balance the city’s general fund budget. Interim city councilor for Ward 5, Andrew Buck, also took the oath of office and joined the council in its discussion on the tax.
Enjoy your evening,
Bob
