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l 3 0 8 the Health Officer since he was very interested in the outcome of this report, seconded by Councilman Britschgi and carried on roll call. CITY MANAGER REPORT ON SHRINE CLUB APPLICATION FOR CIRCUS PERMIT. Letter from City Manager read in which he recommended that this permit be granted subject to the usual insurance and public safety requirements. Also that a deposit of $100.00 for the use of portable water meter and $25.00 clean -up and $25.00 for poster removal is required, all of which is refundable upon satisfactory completion of the work. Councilman Jones moved that the recommendation of the City Manager be approved, seconded by Councilman Stout and carried. CITY MANAGER AND CITY ENGINEER RECOMMENDATION RE: MR. DUKE'S REQUEST FOR BUILDING PERMIT ON CANYON ROAD. Letter from City Manager Rolison.recormnending the acquisition of this pro- perty. Councilman Stout moved that the City Attorney be instructed to proceed with the necessary negotiations to acquire the property. Councilman Jones seconded the motion. Councilman Royer stated that he had looked at the property and there appeared to be some justification to acquire property and extend Breeze Place to Canyon Road. Mr. Albert Horn, Attorney for the Dukes, stated that the necessity of speed is essential. City Attorney Currie advised action can be speeded up if price can be agreed upon and money is avail- able. Mr. Duke was anxious to know about sewer hookup and was informed that if property is located in the same area he can be served subject to posting bond as was discussed previously. Motion carried. Mr. Duke and City Attorney will get together later this week. _ CITY ENGINEER REPORT ON COAST ELECTRIC COMPANY SIDEWALKS. Letter from City Engineer Jain stated that sidewalk was constructed in compliance with plans and specifications and contractor can not be held responsible for conditions which developed after acceptance. It appears that the only way this condition could be corrected would be for the City to expend the necessary funds providing the owners waive any claim for further damage which might occur. Councilman Granger moved that this be placed on the agenda for thirty days so that the Council may have an opportunity to inspect the condition of the sidewalk, sec- onded by Councilman Britschgi and carried. Mayor Herkner will set a day and hour agree- able to all. PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION - RELEASE PORTION OF PARK AT ELM, BEECH AND MAIN FOR WIDOWS, INC. BUILDING. Letter from Louise Tornell, Secretary of Park and Recreation Commission, in which it is recommended that this property be released to the Widow's Inc., with the provisions that they are to maintain the grounds and assume all liability was read. Mrs. V. Tepfer appeared informing the Council that the building is to be one story 45 feet deep, 214 feet wide, on a stone foundation, either frame or brick, whichever the Council will approve. This building will cover about 1125 sq. ft. The Coun- cil was informed that this is an organization of women who are unable to secure regular employment and might be able to engage in activities to become self - supporting. The build- ing will be used for this purpose and also for the shelter of any aged person who might wish to use the facilities. Councilman Britschgi stated that a portion of Mezes Park will be available and this might not be a bad location for such operations. There was some discussion as to the location of this building, and if the proposed park is appropriate for it, after which Councilman Stout moved that this matter be referred to the Council Park and Recreation Committee for study and report back at some later date. Mr. Tuite was concerned over the loss of one of the City's parks, and was of the opinion that the