BOOK 18_1939-01-03 to 1942-08-10

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A resolution declaring Chestnut Street, from Broadway to El Camino Real, and Redwood Avenue, from El Camino Real to Valota Road, Streets of Major Importance in the City of Redwood City was adopted on motion of Coun- cilman Werder, seconded by Councilman Christensen. Councilman Werder brought up the matter of cooperation between San Mateo County and the municipalities of the County., It was pointed out that between 50 and 75� of the county tax is paid by residents within the incorporated areas, but very little of this tax money was spent for the direct benefit of the city taxpayers. After discussion, a com- mittee consisting of Councilman Granger as chairman, Councilman Werder, and Christensen were -appointed by the Mayor to enlist the support of other San Mateo County cities in this matter. On motion of Councilman Granger, seconded by Councilman McNulty, the City Manager was directed to communicate with the Board of Trustees of the Sequoia Union High School and ask that provision be made in their next budget for completion of the fence along James Avenue. On motion of Councilman Werder, seconded by Councilman AcI4ulty, the City Manager was authorized to revise the water rate schedules applicable to large commercial users outside the city limits and to establish a rate of 16 cents for these consumers. The matter of adequate street lighting in the Oakwood Avenue district was referred to the City Manager. Councilman Fletcher brought up the subject of compensation paid by the city for laborers and expressed the belief that provision should be made in . 41 the next budget to pay laborers working on city jobs an amount commen- surate with private industry. The departmental reports were ordered filed. Approved claims aggregating $9,654. were ordered paid. Adjournment to April 14, 1941, at 8:00 P. 14. 9`�.?? •&' iii. Eltringham0ity Jerk C CWE : D1M N �I