BOOK 26_1955-11-28 to 1957-06-17

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U 1_55 based upon these studies be made at the earliest possible date. To his knowledge, there is no written — agreement between the City and the developers covering this acquisition. Councilman Stout moved to accept the report, seconded by Councilman Britschgi. This was followed by discussion. City Engineer Jain stated that the description could not be made until the proper studies have been completed. The studies Trill cost approximately 01,200. Motion carried.. DIVISION OF HIGHJAYS REPORT ON RESURFACING EL CAITCNO REAL FROM BROADWAY TO NORTH CITY LIMITS. In approximately 10 weeks a contract will be let for the resurfacing of the existing State Highway on E1 Camino Real, from Broadway to the north city limits. Due to the heavy movement of traffic on E1 Camino during the peak hour periods, it is planned to restrict the Contractor's working hours to the period between 9 A. M. and 14 P. M. each working day. It is requested that other interested members of the City Administration be -advised of the intent of the State to proceed with this work, as outlined. Councilman Stout moved that the letter be filed, seconded by Councilman Herkner and carried. (Letter filed with the City Engineer). w CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDATION TO ACCEPT COMMITTEE REPORT ON GENUS TRACT SURVEY. The Clerk read the letter. Councilman Stout moved approval of the City Manager's recommendation, seconded by Councilman Weiss and carried. RESOLUTION TRANSFERRING 5$1,1451 FROM UNALLOCATED CAPITAL PROJECT FUND TO COVER COST OF FENCING 149'er BUILDING. Councilman Britschgi offered RESOLUTION 2035 TRANSFERRING 4$1,1451 FROM UNALLOCATED CAPITAL PROJECT FUND and moved its adoption, seconded by Councilman Granger. City Attorney Currie asked that they cange the R wording of 149'er building to read Recreation Area. The change was ordered made and the motion carried on roll call. CALIFORNIA MISSION TRAILS REQUEST FOR ANNUAL APPROPRIATION OF $$150. Councilman Britschgi moved to refer the letter to the Chamber of Commerce for their recommendation at budget time, seconded by Councilman Stout and F' carried. CLAIM FOR ALLEDGED INJURIES FROM FALL ON SIDEWALK FRONTING 720 ELM STREET, Mrs. Anna De Moss. Councilman Spillers moved that the claim be denied and referred to the insurance carrier, seconded by Councilman Britschgi and carried. COUNTY FIESTA COMMUNICATION REGARD114G RED"100D CITY DAY, AUGUST 7th, The Clerk read the letter. Councilman Britschgi made a report on the meeting he attended at the request of the Mayor. This was followed by discussion in regard to programing the centennial and Fiesta Day for Redwood City. Councilman Britschgi suggested that the Mayor appoint a Citizens Committee to work on the program. He suggested the names of Mrs. Cloud and possibly the Heiners. Councilman Stout moved that the Mayor appoint a Citizens Committhe of not less than 7 members, seconded by Councilman Britschgi who asked that they also include the first week of July as Centennial Week. The motion carried. Councilman Granger suggested that we borrow the old pumper that we loaned to Fort Sutter. This will be taken into consideration. ABE JOACOBS C013AUNICATION REGARDING CONDITION CF SIDEWALK FRONTING 2626-2630 BROAUNAY. Mr. Joacobs acknowledged receipt of notice to repair the sidewalk and curb in front of 2626, 2628 and 2630 Broadway, but he does not accept the responsibility for the repair work mentioned. His letter went into detail explaining why he would not accept the responsibility. This was his official notice to the City of his non -responsibility in this matter. The City Engineer reported that they had in-restigated into this matter very thoroughly and found that the original sidewalk was put in 1916 by the City and since that time the property owners have put in any and all additioyal sidewalks. The street lights were improved in 1930 but the City used the original conduits and did not tear up the sidewalk. This was followed by discussion in regard to the City's responsi,ility in this matter. The City Attorney stated that the next step is to let the City Engineer proceed under the ordinance or consider this letter as an appeal and have the man appear before the Council.