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45 February 14, 1955, relating to substitute parking area. Item 3 of Mr. Lebsack's letter is as follows: "City would accede to the proposal to eliminate the parking area outlined in green from C -1 -H zoning classification upon condition that in the event all or any portion of the area is ever devoted to any use other than off- street parking, the Southern Pacific Company will provide an equivalent amount of off- street parking in the immediate vicinity of the station." Councilman Granger explained the understanding that the grant would be given, the Council to order paving when the funds are made available. The proposed street is from James Avenue in a semi - circle over to Winklebleck Street. He further stated that plan lines have never been set on Winklebleck Street. After the discussion, it Was decided to hold this matter over for a study meeting. COMMUNICATION FROM THE SOUTHERN PACIFIC COMPANY REGARDING PROPOSED EXTENSION OF FREIGHT SHED PARKING LOT. In their letter, the Southern Pacific Company stated that they did not wish to enter into another lease pending further clarification of matters discussed with the Mayor and City Council during meeting of September 29th. Councilman Granger recommended that this letter be filed. Councilman Royer so moved, seconded by Councilman Stout and carried. P. L. OHLEMUTZ AND W. GRAVIA REQUESTED EXTENSION OF 'TIME TO REPAIR THEIR SIDEWALKS. Mr. Chlemutz's property is on Oak Avenue at Fay Street and Mr. Gravia's property is 138 Lincoln Avenue. Councilman Boyer moved that the extensions be granted to the first of the year, seconded by Councilman Stout. This was followed by a discussion in regard to sidewalk repair, Councilman Britschgi making the statement that the City should either have the work done or drop the matter entirely. The motion was lost on roll call with Councilman Britschgi, Jones, Granger and Mayor Herkner voting "-dol. PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION RECOMMENDED FOR THE CITY COUNCIL'S CONSIDERATION THE FOLLOWING: "The Committee composed of Floyd Granger, Pasco Balzarini, Alyn Beals, H. Bray and John Edwards, met on September 24th to determine what type of tree would be most desirable on El Camino, between Whipple and Brewster. The Committee chose the "Blirieana ", a purple -leaf, flowering plum. The root structure and size indicate that they conform to the problems along the highway. We also feel that the "Blirieana" will be a much needed attraction at our northern entrance. The tree is very beautiful and something of which the City can be proud. The Committee also would like to recommend tothe City Council that this not be a "on- section" job. We would like this area to be a start to beautifing all the entrances to Redwood City. Also, on advice of Mr. Balzarini, Park Superintendent, we feel that this should be started just as soon as possible. This is mainly due tothe season and right now is the most desirable time. The cost of this venture will be revised downward from our earlier estimate, due to re- duction of cost of this particular tree ". Alyn Beals, Park and Recreation Commissioner, spoke in favor of the tree proposal, and he urged that this project be done as soon as possible. This was followed by discussion as to whether or not the project should be carried out in the nothern area only until such time as it proved itself before starting on the other entrances to the City. Councilman Britschgi moved that the Park and Recreation Commissions' recommendation be approved and they start on the first entrance, the northerly entrance from Whipple to Brewster Avenue on El Camino Real, seconded by Councilman Stout. This was followed by a lengthy discussion on the amount of trees required (24), the