BOOK 21_1946-09-23 to 1948-08-09

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E I 1 1 1 I This was the time set for opening of bids for improvements in Redwood Terrace No.1 and adjoining territory. The following total bids were received: L. C. Smith Eaton and Smith Chas. L. Harney Clements and Company Peter Sorensen M. Weber 0146,203:48 190,393.60 170,815.65 159,986.05 149,561.97 155,832.23 City Attorney McCarthy examined the bidders' bonds submitted with the bids and found them to be adequate and legal. Councilman Britschgi moved, seconded by Councilman Swift, that the bids be referred to the Engineering Department for a report at the next meeting. Motion passed unanimously. A Mr. Andrew Norris appeared before the Council stating that his sewer line is con - nected to the one next door to his home instead of to the street. His home is located on Hudson Street between Oak and Redwood Avenues. It was his conten- tion that the city was responsible for allowing such condition. City Manager Blom advised that it is attempted to run a lateral to the property line for each lot' and each owner is supposed to connect to the lateral that is provided for his lot. Sometimes a contractor who is building two homes will connect to a single lateral. This practice is not condoned by the city, however. As to who was responsible for the condition existing on Mr Norris' property, Mr. Blom was of the opinion that it could not be ascertained at this time. He stated that at the present time the Building Inspector was responsible for whatever work is done under permits which he issues until the work is complete. Some years ago there was some argument as to where the Building Inspector's authority began and ended. Councilman Uranger moved, seconded. by Councilman Britsohgi, that the matter be referred to the City Manager to see who is at fault in the matter and to report back at the next meeting. Motion passed unanimously. A Mr. Sledge who resides on Hudson Street near Woodside Road a}peared before the Council and questioned the length of time the contractors would be working on the streets in that location. He complained about the dust that was being raised and also the manner in which equipment was left on the job at night. He reported that a young boy had been injured while playing around the equip - went. City Engineer Wilson reported that the contract was to be completed ninety days from the date of the contract and he believed that the date was December let. He believed that the base would be laid very shortly which would relieve the dust situation. Insofar as the equipment is concerned, City Manager Blom advised that it is difficult to leave such equipment so that it is not dangerous. He advised that the contractor carries public liability insurance and that the rate depends upon the experience of the contractor in the number of accidents he has. He stated he would call the matter to the attention of the contractor. Mr. Ernest Wilson entered the meeting and City Attorney McCarthy explained to him the action taken by the Council in regard to hearing of protests to improve - menta in Redwood Terrace No. 1. The protestant to the work again addressed the Council stating that he believed the assessment was excessive and asked 33