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49 8 and protested this transfer and stated that by law this could not be done and sug- gested that the Recreation Commission work out some other ways and means to finance a swimming pool in Community Park. Other communications were read protest- ing transfer of funds from the Edmund Parrott Chapter Inc., No. lb of the Disabled American Veterans, Redwood City Post 105 of the American Legion, Camp No -14 of the United Spanish War Veterans. On opinion of City Attorney Currie money in the War Memorial Building Fund could not be transferred or borrowed. Councilman Britschgi moved that this be referred back to the Recreation Commission, seconded by Council- man Spillers, and carried. Councilman Holmquist thought it was up to the Council to find out if there was money available for swimming pool and then inform the Commission whether or not request for the swimming pool could be granted. Council- man Granger moved that this be placed on the agenda for the next meeting and given further study, other recommendations to be submitted at that time. Mayor Werder appointed Councilman Granger and Spillers to work with the Recreation Commission and City Officials and bring back recommendation to the Council. City Manager Rolison thought the committee might want to consider what tax rate they want levied this year, for future War memorial. MR. GERALD TOTINE, PRESIDENT OF CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, APPEARED AND STATED THEY WERE AWARE OF THE NEED FOR SPACE IN THE CITY HALL for the offices occupied by the Chamber of Commerce and preliminary plans had been made toward an ultimate move predicated on City provicing building site and asked permission to lease a portion of the Robinson property across the street from the City Hall, as operation of their office was considered more effective when within the perimeter of the Civic Center. An answer was not expected at this time but was proposed for consideration. Mayor Verder suggested that the City Attorney meet with the Real Estate Committee and bring back a recommendation in two weeks, if possible. Councilman Granger thought the location of the firehouse should be kept in mind at the same time. MAYOR WERDER ANNOUNCED THAT THIS WAS THE TIME FOR THE PUBLIC HEARING PURSUANT TO THE RESOLUTION OF PRELIMINARY DETERMINATION. Philip Wyburn appeared and stated that b5% -of the owners on Johnson Street had signed a petition and this was ready a month ago. City Engineer Jain stated all field surveys had been made, part of the plans were ready and City Attorney Currie had a resolution which could be intro- duced at this time. Street drains had not been determined; there were no storm drains on Roosevelt, all surface drainage went to E1 Camino Real. He further stated that some of the owners were in his office on Saturday in regard to the alleys and stated they still wanted them. Mr. Wyburn objected to the speeding on this roadway, -dust and dirt and the fact that the rains would start in another month. Mr. Jain explained that the intent was to drain Johnson Street only and there was no plan to drain Roosevelt. PUBLIC HEARING, JOHNSON STREET IMPROVEMENT. Councilman Britschgi moved that affida- vits of publication and posting be filed, seconded by Councilman Holmquist, and carried. As there were no protests the following Resolution Determining to Make Improvements without Compliance with Investigation Act, Johnson Street 1948-4, was offered and adoption moved by Councilman Granger, seconded by Councilman Spillers, and carried on roll call. Councilman Morgan noted absent. RESO LUTI0N No. 605