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

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193 of engraving, it was thought the Council might wish to substitute small placques, which are being used in some other cities for this purpose. Therefore, prices and descriptive literature have been secured on the above, which are Therefore, prices and discriptive literature have been secured on the above, which are available for consideration at the Council's convenience. Councilman Stout moved that this matter be set for a study meeting with all the Council present. The Mayor stated that the City Manager had figures avail— able for placques at a cost of approximately $28.00 each. The motion was seconded by Councilman Herkner. This was followed by discussion after which Councilman Stout added to his motion that this be done within 30 days. The Mayor stated that they will take this up at 7:30 next Monday night. Councilman Herkner seconded the motion which carried. . STATUS OF HIX7LAND STREET LOTS, WEED CLEANUP, ETC. City Attorney Currie stated that Mr. Asvos would be able to r ' state the condition as it now appears. Fire Marshal Asvos reported that the lady lives alone and had gotten into the habit of dumping her rubbish on the City's property. He has contacted the lady and she is now cleaning up all the rubbish. She had had a couple of accidents which delayed her in cleaning up the ,property, however, she is doing her best. Mrs. Asvos stated that he would report back in two or three weeks. Councilman Herkner moved that this be carried on the agenda for three weeks, seconded by Council— man Granger and carried. CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDATION TO ACQUIRE LOT 30, BLOCK 6, FARM' HILLS NO. 2 FOR FUTURE FIRE STATION. The Clerk read the following letter submitted by the City Manager: It has been recommended by the Fire Chief that, if possible, Lot 30 of Block 6, Farm Hill No. 2, be acquired for the location of a future fire station for the protection of the newly subdivided areas in the westerly protion of the city. I understand the owners have been contacted, and that this lot will be available when the property is put on the market. Therefore, it is my recommendation that this matter be referred to the Real ' Estate Committee for the purpose of negotiation. In the event the Committee recommends acquistion, since no funds have been appropriated for this purpose, p1 the method of financing must also be determined. Jt i Councilman Stout moved that this be referred to the Real Estzte Committee and that they be authorized to take into consideration the need of a branch library and possible -need of a fire house, seconded by Councilman Britschgi. The Mayor stated that the Real Estate Committee could only recommend prices. This was followed by discussion in regard to the possible use of the property. Councilman Stout changed the motion to have the Real Estate Committee appraise the property, seconded by'Councilman Britschgi and carried. Councilman Stout moved that the City Manager check into needs of the area -for a.firehouses for future needs of branch library in connection with firehouse and come back with recommendation. Councilman Weiss asked that the report and recommendation include statistical report as to the need. The Mayor stated that this was already a part motion. Councilman Weiss seconded the motion which carried. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE REZONING HIGHLANDS OF EMERALD LAKE AND OAK KNOLL MANOR FROM nUn DISTRICT TO R-1 rEXCEPTING AREA STILL TO BE ZONED 0-1—H. Mrs. Miller, 2132 Harding 'Avenue., spoke on the subject and stated that he thought this should be held up for further hearings on this matter. The Mayor explained the situation to Mr. Miller. City Attorney Currie stated that the ordinance describes only the area to be rezoned. The three parcels left are still in °U° district. Councilman Britschgi offered the intoduction of the ordinance, seconded by Councilman Granger and carried on roll call .with Councilman Spillers being noted absent. RESOLUTION OF PRELIMINARY DETERMINATION, MANZANITA—LAUREL-HILTON IMPROVEIvENTS. The City Attorney said the public hearing will be set for July 2nd. Councilman Weiss was of the opinion that the Council should be given more information before -these items come before them. This was followed by discussion. City Engineer Jain stated that a petition had been before the Council some months ago. Councilman Herkner