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e t Emerald Branch ( Above County area , covering 2 portions on Alameda and comprising area bounded by Hillcrest , Oak Ridge Drive , along Canyon Road to Bradshaw Terrace - below County area and comprising area of Topaz , Sapphire , Ruby , and Quartz Streets . Director of Public Works advised no protests had been received for proposed improvements to creek improvements in area below the County area ( Exhibit 2B ) and only two lots in protest on creek improvements in area above the County area ( Exhibit 2 -A ) . In reply to question as to whether County planning any drainage improvements in un - incorporated area adjacent , Director of Public Works advised that County had been asked this question and that City was advised no funds were available for this purpose and they very strongly favored adjacent County area be annexed to the City so improvements might be included by the City . He also noted there had been residents of this County area at information Clinics , and indication had been given of their desire to annex to the City . He also was informed any drainage improvements in this unincorporated area would only be accomplished by County if property owners so desired and formed an assessment district for carrying costs . City Manager alEo noted a house was located over the creek in this County area which would cause more trouble for future creek improvements . He also reported full recommendation for improvements in this creek area not yet complete , but it was believed a channel would be necessary . In reply to question of whether City would be liable for any damage if creek im- proved upstream from County area , and flooding occurred downstream where no improve - ments made , City Attorney advised engineering design must accommodate the flow of water in the area , if the design produces a reasonable flow , then there would be no exposure to liability . Mark Reden , 951 Ruby Street , advised he had had no flooding troubles since a drain had been installed some fifteen years ago , but felt it to be of great advantage to have a good drainage system . Councilman Rosselli moved to instruct the Staff to proceed with preparation of plans and specifications for these two sections of the Emerald Branch , Exhibits 2A and 2B , seconded by Councilman Arnett and carried . ( MINUTE ORDER # 69 -211 ) Jefferson Branch ( comprising area bounded by Upton Street , Windsor Way , Alameda , Dover Road , Cheshire , Madison , Crompton Road ) Director of Public Works advised 18 property owners , or 52% , favored improvements to this area , 6 property owners indicating their disapproval , and no opinion having been received from remaining property owners . He noted those disapproving creek improvements did have nicely landscaped area . Councilman Henderson commented on her inspection of this area and agreed those indicating their disapproval had beautiful landscaping in the creek area and questioned feasibility of commencing improvements at street intersections and leaving creek alone in upper reaches of this area . Director of Public Works advised of problems which would be involved in maintenance unless easements were acquired through private property . Improvements proposed idr 27'69 l