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2 s_ _ be taken at this time to establish plan lines on Jefferson Avenue to the Canada Road and secure the necessary property to widen out a 4 -lane highway. He then moved that the City and County Planning Commission be contacted and advised of the Council's thought in this matter. Mrs. Vera Askin stated that the County Planning Commission already had this mat- ter under consideration. Seconded by Councilman Britschgi and carried. INTRODUCE ORDINANCE REZONE AD -APT CORP. PROPERTY ON CHARTER STREET FROM R -3 TO R -4 FIRE ZONE #2. II City Attorney Currie stated ordinance was ready for introduction as regards the rezoning, the Fire Zone restriction to be covered by a separate ordinance. Councilman Royer moved introduction of ordinance, seconded by Councilman Spillers. In the comments that followed it developed that this rezoning and fire zone #2 restriction will act as a.buffer between the commercial and residential area. Motion carried. FURTHER CONSIDERATION RICHARD KOHNE TO RESUBDIVIDE A PORTION OF LOT 6, BLOCK 24, OAK KNOLL MANOR (Canyon Road), held over from December 20, 1954 meeting. This item was considered at a recent study meeting at which time a 40' pavement with 60' right -of -way was decided upon. City Engineer Jain requested the withholding of action on Mr. Kohne's application pending the time when the grade, and the amount of property needed for widening to the 60' width w i as well as sufficient property to allow proper slope on the cut of the bank. He called attention to the fact that dedication of 10' did not mean too much inasmuch as it is impossible at this time to establish the amount of property necessary to take care of the slope. He stated further that his department was attempting to equalize both sides of the street and he strongly urged that the area be held up until decision is reached. Mr. Kohne stated he was willing to give the necessary slope easement in addition to the 10' already promised. Mr. Jain still insisted that the amount of property is an unknown fact. In answer to a question from Councilman Royer it was determined that outside En- gineers are now conducting the necessary studies to the end that sewer and water lines will be established throughout this area. It will be some months before these facilities are available.to the property owners. City Engineer Jain then sketched the problem on the black -board which indicated the fact that it would be impossible at this time to det- ermine the amount of property necessary for street widening. Mr. Kohne advised that his purpose in requesting permission to subdivide was to assure him that future assessments would be divided between two lots rather than one bond against the entire piece and the resultant difficulty and expense in requesting a split in the 'bond in the event that one lot be sold. Councilman Britschgi called attention to the Council's tentative decision to provide a 40' pavement and 60' right -of -way and he requested information from the City Engineer as to whether or not an immediate survey could be conducted toward laying out a street along these lines. City Engineer Jain advised that his department had been work- ing deligently in plotting the location of the sewer and water lines. He stated he would like to have sufficient time to develop all necessary information covering the entire area. Councilman Royer was advised that there is an assessment under way at the present time for sewer and water facilities but that no petition had been circulated for street improvements. Councilman Royer then suggested the possibility of granting_the resubdivision subject to City Engineers final decision. After further discussion, Councilman Jones moved that Mr. Kohne be allowed to subdivide his property subject to deed being furnished the City for necessary land required to widen the right -of -way to 60', seconded by Councilman Royer. Councilman Britschgi suggested that the Engineer proceed with the tentative plans for the