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r:. k quicksilver is extracted, is within forty (40') feet of the boundary line of Stulsaft Park. The geologists are of the opinion that the deposit runs through the park and they wish per- mission from the Council to enter the park from an experimental standpoint to explore the area. Mayor Herkner presented a letter which he received from the Western Slope Land Co. indicating their request for permission to enter the park. Councilman Stout moved that a II committee be appointed to work with the company and advise the Council of its findings and permit the geologists to make studies, seconded by Councilman Jones. Mrs. Vera Eskin was informed that the City had the mineral rights in Stulsaft Park. Councilman Granger sug- gested that the original motion be changed to the effect that the committee be authorized II to proceed if arangements appear to be satisfactory. Maker and second of motion agreed to change the motion which carried. Mayor Herkner appointed committee of Councilmen Granger, Britschgi and Spillers. LETTER FROM WESTERN SLOPE LAND COMPANY RE: THE SITE OF 12 MILLION GALLON RESERVOIR SETTING FORTH REASONS WHY #2 SITE SHOULD BE CHOSEN. It is their contention that this site will reflect a savings of $100,000.00 to the City in the overall acquisition of the reservoir. This subject to be taken up later in the meeting. PERSONAL APPEARANCE. REDWOOD DINER, 727 EL CAMINO REAL, OPERATING ON REVOCABLE PERMIT. DESIRES TO TRANSFER BUSINESS BY SALE. COUNCIL APPROVAL. Mr. S. Pagallano is in the process of purchasing this business and desires to obtain a permanent permit. After much discussion regarding the desirability of the diner, and reasons for the temporary permit and report from Fire Chief Lodi stating that the building does not comply with regulations, Mr. Pagal- lono withdrew his request. REPORT ON BID OPENING, AUTOMOBILE FOR CITY MANAGER. Letter from City Manager's office revealing the following bids was read: Base Price Trade -in Net Cost FERRIS MILES, INC. Dodge $ $420.00 $ HOYT - PONTIAC Pontiac $2,180.64 $200.00 $1,980.64 JAS. BELL CO. Mercury $2,679.11 $55 $2,122.28 City Manager Rolison recommended that the bid of Ferris Miles be accepted for the Auto. Councilman Spillers moved that the recommendation be approved, seconded by Councilman Stout and carried. City Manager called attention to base price of the Dodge Automobile which was approximately $200.00 greater than the Pontiac. The amount of trade -in decided the lower bid. COMMUNICATIONS. DR. WM. B. NEFF, C/O U. S. Army in Germany, request for extension on sidewalk notice, property at 886 Edgewood Road. Letter from Dr. Neff was received stating that he will be separated from the Army in June and requested extension until that time. Council- man Stout moved that the extension be granted to August 1st, seconded by Councilman Spil- lers. After some discussion, the motion with consent of Councilmen Stout and Spillers was changed to continue the matter to the first meeting in August, motion carried. II CLAIM ALLEGED DAMAGE TO AUTO IN COLLISION WITH PORT AUTO. Councilman Spillers moved that the claim be denied, and referred to the insurance carrier, seconded by Councilman Stout and carried. TO CONTINUE THE SUBJECT OF 12 MILLION GALLON RESERVOIR, Councilman Stout suggested that the letter from Western Slope Company regarding the cost of building of reservoir be made available to the Council Committee, City Engineer and City Manager for their study and recommendation. City Engineer stated they would need additional information before any