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56 10 -29 -52 Sierra Pipe Line Constr. Co. Statement Mr. William Clark Estimates on wiring at Pump House Electric ectric Co. It It ACTION ON COMMUNICATIONS: r The Clerk was directed to write the California National Guard Reserve that the members of the Council would be unable to attend the dinner on Nov. 7, 1952 and the Mayor of the City of Oakland that they would be unable to attend the Armistice Day Program. The Clerk was also asked to write a letter of congratulations to Kern County to be sent to the Central Valley Empire Association in order that they may present it to the Kern County officials. Mr. Oxsen was asked to write a letter of appreciation to the Western Pacific Railway Co. for their promptness in installing an additional culvert under their main track to take care of flood waters southwesterly from the Town of Pleasanton. A copy of this letter is to be sent to the Southern Pacific Railroad Co. On motion of CRunci an Abrp t, seconded by Councilman Hansen, and approved by all esol Councilmen pr nt, r P 7 t Jo 2 in t of '5 is to be made to Sierra Pipe Line Constuc lo: 0.4 is Ot.ne amon their statement less 50% of Pump price ($1,347.50), change 6" to 8" pipe ($223.00), and 10,% on original unit ($1,651.44). Mr. Oxsen was requested to contact Sierra Pipe Line in regards to having their representative present Wed, No. 5th, as Mr. Goodridge will be here at that time in order to test the pump. The estimates from Mr. William Clark, Pleasanton Electric Co. and Frank's Electric for changes in the wiring at the Pump House will be returned as it is apparent all parties did not bid on the same type of work. Mr. Oxsen sill contact Mr. A. Perry, of the P. G. E. Co., and Engineer Goodridge in order to determine wiring requirements, whereby all companies may submit new estimates on the same type of work. On motion of Councilman Hewitson, seconded by Councilman Abrott, and approved by all Councilmen present, payment, in the amount of $556.99, is to made to Mr. H. J. Deetz, for his work on the Slope Wall. The Clerk was authorized to pay Mr. Roy N. Jensen $80.00, as per statement rendered. Statement reads: 24 lineal feet curb gutter Labor to install drop inlets 6 inch and 8 inch pipe for drop inlets near culvert on Kottinger Ave. Mr. Oxsen was requested to check the figures on the statement from Engineer Goodridge and also to bill Mr. Roy Jensen and Firma, Inc. for inspection fees shown on Mr. Good ridge's Statement. RESOLUTION 2252, appointing Frank Viada as trustee for the Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District, to serve for the unexpired term of Harold W. Grimm ending Jam. 2, 1953, was adopted, on motion of Councilman Cairo, seconded by Councilman Abrott. AYES: Councilmen Abrott, Cairo, Hansen, Hewitson and Trimingham. Mr. Victor Lund appeared before the Council in regard to his work at the Sewer Farm. He stated that he will begin trimming the checks and seeding the permanent pasture Wed., Nov. 5th, and hopes to be through by the end of the week. He requested that water be withheld until the seed has a chance to be well rooted. The Council agreed to grant his request unless the Health Authorities objected to same. Mr. Frank Lucas appeared at this time to determine what steps had been taken to prevent the over flowing of the school yard. Mr. Oxsen was requested to have Engineer Goodridge survey the matter Wed., Nov. 5th, in order to have the necessary work accom- plished before the winter rains start. COMMITTEE REPORTS: PUBLIC UTILITIES: Councilman Abrott reported that,Anderson Drilling Co. will be here tomorrow, Tues, Nov. 4th, to start work on the test well at the pump house. He also stated that the 12" main by the gate valve at the Pump House should have an air vent to which the Council agreed. Mr. George Sobiela stateito the Council that there was need of three double check valves where the Township Water District lines connect with the City Lines at Rose Avenue, Sycamore Avenue and Vineyard Avenue to prevent their water from returning into our mains. This is required by the Health Safety Code. Mr. Oxsen was requested to write to the Township Water District regarding this matter. The matter of another reservoir for the City was discussed by the Council, as the present water supply is only enough for one day. Councilman Abrott will secure an /o ,,;1 estimate for the cortruction of an additional reservoir with a capacity of 49 j. V gallons, and Mr. Oxen will secure information regarding the issuance of Revenue Bonds