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Mr. Turner repeated his former allegations that removal of dirt by the City in this area had ,jeopardized the situa- tion for all other homes nearby and stated he felt it City's responsibility to either replace dirt or reinforce the face of the slide, and felt City should state its definite posi- tion from this point. Mayor Herkner asked if Mr. Turner would be willing to meet with City Staff for a further discussion of this matter in view of allegations which he had made. City Attorney stated he had previously suggested that Mr. Turner contact Staff and report on the information he alleged to have from experts recently. Mr. Turner stated he would also like to be informed on any insurance that might cover this situation as he knew other property owners in this area were concerned about further spreading of the slide. Councilman Henderson stated report given by City Manager reviewed action authorized by the Council if conditions specified were met. Councilman Rosselli felt it important to remind those present that actions taken by the City in this area in the first instance had resulted only after area declared a disaster area under emergency powers of the City to make it possible for City to protect life and property, and to call in professional and State soil experts and geologists for advice, He felt Council's intended action to further protect and stabilize this area, if conditions met, had been clearly stated, W. Kasser, 989 Nob Hill Rd., asked where plans, which were prepared for redevelopment or protective work of this area, could be reviewed. City Manager explained plans had not yet been submitted to Council for approval, as had been prepared in anticipation of City's having acquired the 2 lots on Nob Hill Road and releases from the property owners involved. Councilman Bury asked whether property owners involved in this area would have a chance to review plans proposed for this corrective work before final determination made, and was advised by the City Attorney Council's approval would have to be made at a public meeting. Mrs. L. C. Warnecke, 930 Nob Hill Road, (owner of Lot 10) asked what other owners adjacent to this slide area could expect in the way of protective measures if conditions not met for City to enter the area. City Attorney stated he felt statements made concerning future spreading of slide area only speculative statements at this point without any factual basis. City Manager reminded those expressing concern for future spreading of slide area that City had taken action to protect other City property and it would be fair to assume City would take necessary action if Nob Hill Road, a City street, should become involved. Mr. Morley Turner again asked for details concerning insurance that might be available by City, or original developers of this area. City Attorney pointed out that insurance carried by home owners was a matter between the carrier and the insured. Mr. Turner made further allegations concerning City's res- ponsibility in this area. Mr, Norman Meadows, Attorney representing Parrago family owning property on Farm Hill Blvd., reported on the many hours given by Council and City Staff to meet for discussion on this problem and aid which was given, stated he resented implications of statements made by Mr. Turner. M W 8 Gl