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Granger questioned applicant concerning trees on his property and whether it was possible damage to sidewalk could have been caused by roots. Mr. Ulbrich stated there were trees on his property, but City trees were closer to this sidewalk area than those on his property, in the City easement. Councilman Petersen questioned length of time sidewalk damage had been evident. Mr. Ulbrich stated sidewalk in its present condition for some 8 years. Director of Public Works stated it was opinion of Staff that sidewalk damage not caused by construction of sidewalk on fill, but probably caused by tree roots on Mr. Ulbrich's property. Mayor Herkner questioned whether type of damage to sidewalk, a diagonal cracking, is any indication of cause. Director of Public Works stated crack at a diagonal on both ends happens quite frequently. Councilman Henderson commented on observations she had made of this site and of another similar case nearby where it was evident the sidewalk had been repaired with asphalt and would favor granting Mr. Ulbrich's appeal if it did actually pertain to a previous creek relocation. Director of Public Works advised of program being conducted throughout the City to reduce hazards caused by damaged sidewalks which was being accepted by property owners in most all cases, and stated estimated costs for repair of this damaged sidewalk was $75.00. Councilman Henderson moved to grant the appeal, seconded by Councilman Granger. Councilman Granger indicated he favoared granting the appeal because of the lack of positive proof on either side, and City should accept the responsibility in this instance. Councilman Rosselli opposed establishing a precedent for assum- ing individual problems. Councilman Granger felt this problem an exception only as Staff answers had not been conclusive in placing the responsibility. Councilman Petersen felt Staff's recommendation should be upheld in spite of formula set and recommendation made that City not responsible, Council should abide by that decision. Motion to grant appeal lost on roll call vote, Councilmen Granger and Henderson voting yes, Coun- cilmen Bury, Keckley, Petersen, Rosselli and Mayor Herkner voting no. (MINUTE ORDER #67-88) Councilman Rosselli moved to adopt RESOLUTION N0, 5360 CANCELING CERTAIN WEED ABATE- MENT CHARGES FOR 1966 WEED ABATEMENT PROGRAM, seconded by Councilman Petersen. Cancellations of refunds recommended by Staff for the following property: John G. Sorensen $21.38 878 Main St. (Main St. lots) Wm. R. & M. D. Slade 623 Main St. (Belle Haven Subd. 23.52 Lots) Wm. S. & V. Chapralis 16.82 1726 Vera Ave. (Lee Tract) Felice & Teresa Pietrorave 10.91 242 Orchard Ave. (Lee Tract) $72.63 Mr. Silvio Boicelli protested weed spraying on his property when he had indicated he wanted to take care of weed abate- ment himself. 57 ?* 8 Wr