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426 own concern and that which had been presented to him by citizens wondering if use would warrant costs of this pedestrian overcrossing, but felt Council should proceed as agreed upon. Councilman Bury felt further discussion as to merits of overcrossing not appropriate at this point since Council had taken definite action to proceed, but reported on investigation he had made of other crossings elsewhere, which proved their worth. Councilman Henderson expressed opinions as to probable continued need of crossing guards in addition to overcrossing, especially in view of swimming pool at Hoover School. Councilman Petersen felt other areas are confronted with the same problem and precedent would be set for additional overpasses. City Manager advised plans had been reviewed and approved by Division of Highways, subject to minor changes, and should be ready to be put out to bid in a week or ten days. Councilman Henderson questioned bid opening procedures for Lexington Avenue Improve- ment District and was advised by City Clerk this was the required procedure under 1911 Assessment Act procedures. City Manager explained the timing for construction of the storm drain improvements in this area, and stated that con- struction period for assessment district project is estimated at 45 days. Mayor Herkner announced he had asked the City Manager to make a report on storm damage during legislative meeting. Councilman Rosselli remarked on tremendous job which had been accomplished by City Staff during the storm but expressed his concern at lack of cooperation by both the County and State in view of their involvement in certain areas, and questioned whether better lines of communica- tion should be discussed. City Manager agreed it would be appropriate to meet with County and State to see what could be done to improve cooperation for future emergencies. Councilman Rosselli also questioned activities of County Civil Defense and help which could be expected from this source. City Manager advised of provisions covered in the mutual aid agreement and of how in this last weekend they had activated two shelter areas in event a mass evacuation became necessary, but assured Council he would review pertinent areas under this particular agreement. (Memo 1/24/67) Councilman Granger felt County should have assisted more in Woodside -Atherton area. City Manager advised of the attempts which had been made concerning proper drainage for this area, with County prepared to participate, but Atherton unwilling to participate. Councilman Rosselli stated there had been some misunderstanding as to agenda item concerning proposed acquisition of two Farm Hill slide area lots and stated he felt it was to discuss willingness of City to accept deeds for two lots involved and what City intended to do to stabilize the area.