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/ for doing anything other than what they consider correct basing his second on the nature of the petition as an appeal. Councilman Jones again stated that the Planning Commission had shown colored sketches that no sign was indicated, neon lighting on the building being shown. The matter of the tower was discussed pro and con and the Planning Commission gave architectural approval. The ratio of a 60' tower to the 200' length did not seem to be out of line and Councilman Jones voted "No" on the motion which carried. CITY ENGINEER RECOMMENDED FINAL PAYMENT OF $1,462.98 TO SONDGROTH BROTHERS, Jh�FFERSON AVENUE JOB. Councilman Spillers moved approval, seconded by Councilman Britschgi and carried. CITY ENGINEER REGARDING GLENFAIR SUBDIVISION. City Council, at their meeting of July 5th, approved the recommendation of the Planning Commission to approve the final map subject to subdivider depositing $200.00 per lot for drainage purposes. City Engineer Jain advised plans for improvements were not received in his office until July 15th and were so designed as to deposit all drainage at the end of the present Roble Avenue which will, in his opinion, flood the present improved residence lots at the northerly edge of the subdivision. The deposit of $200.00 will not prevent flooding of the adjacent homes until drainage project is constructed. The present owners along Roble Avenue have not indicated any desire for street or drainage improvements, but should not be subjected to additional storm water. City Engineer has previously made recommendation to subd.ivider's engineer as to how drainage could be handled by the construction of a reinforced concrete storm drain along the northeasterly line of Lot 6 and along the common City boundary line to the easterly side of Oakwood Drive. Inasmuch as the Subdivision Ordinance requires that the City Engineer must approve plans and specifications before approving final map, Mr. Jain does not feel that he should place the liability on the City Council and himself for possible damage by signing said map, and he has so advised the subdivision engineer. • Councilman Granger moved matter be placed on the Agenda for the August 1st meeting, City Engineer to bring in more facts, seconded by Councilman Spillers. Councilman Royer asked what steps could be taken to rectify the apparent mistake in approving the map, to which City Attorney replied "City Engineer not sign map until drainage is provided or an adequate bond to protect the City be provided ". City Engineer stated he had no objections to the subdivision, but requested that the Council decide the two major issues, namely to insist on storm drains, and whether or not City would pay 3/4 of the cost of 6" water main along Roble Avenue from the nearest adequate supply at Carlos Avenue, a distance of about 1000 feet, there being approximately 2000 feet of street frontage now being served by only a two -inch main with no fire protection. Council will decide matter of storm drains, and City Engineer will bring in estimate of cost of water line. Motion carried. MR. JACK LONDON APPEARED REPRESENTING A. J. SELLERS REGARDING HIS REQUEST FOR A ONE -INCH WATER CONNECTION. Mr. London claimed the City had assumed the liability when the sub- division was taken over to furnish said service and argued that the request of Mr. Sellers was based on matter of principle and he therefore would not agree to being assessed for the increased service. After further discussion, Mr. London was requested