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1330 Councilman Mezza of the Public Utilities Committee reported that the wash basin had been lately installed at McKinley Park, that the pipe at the sower farm had been recently painted and so far was O.K. He also stated that-the fire hydrant had been placed in the vicinity of the race track, but was not working out so satisfactory on a ccount , of the ' pipe line leading to same being only an inch and a half and the water pressure only 50 pounds: It was ordered the sometime-in the future when advisable a change should be made. Councilman-Mezza also spoke with regards to extending the water main on Railroad,Avenue from Spring Street to Division Street or a total distance of 608 feet and the placing of two fire hydrants. He stated that a rough estimate of the .work of installing a four inch main would cost inexcess of $475.00: He was asked to procure more information regarding the main 'and costs in order that the Council might discuss the matter further at a future meeting. Councilman Mezza advised that the city was now procuring water from the City of San Francisco.-since the town well was below 30 feet. He reported that the Crowe Centrifugal' Pump at the main street bridge station was in bad shape-and that now was a good time to have it investigaged ,and a decision made regarding re- pairs etc. He asked for permission to investigate the pump, which was given. Councilman Trimingham reported that St. Marys Street was now in better condition follow- ing the application of gravel. He also reported that trees had been trimmed on certain streets which had improved things. Councilman Hansen of the Finance Committee reported the town finances to be in good condition. Fire Chief Amaral was called upon for a few remarks and he reported that he had nothing in particular to discuss but that he had in mind certain improvements which would benefit the department. Attorney Nilson spoke with regards to changes in the ordinances affecting licenses and the building ordinance and he stated that he had recently taken up the matter with the City Clerk at Livermore and that upon the return of the City Attorney from his vacation that he intended to discuss the matter with him because he understood that Livermore was contemplating' some changes in its building ordinance. The Mayor brought up the matter of the building permit fees collected by the Building Inspector and the acceptance of same by the Inspector for services rendered. It was favored among the Council that these fees should be turned into the-City Treasury and then disbursed to the Building Inspector for services rendered: The Clerk was ordered to. discuss the matter with Mr. Christesen and to fully advise him. Acting City Engineer Madsen brought up the matter of the Sanitary Fees collected and stated that he had not been collecting any fees as per the arrangements of previous engineers. He reported that the fees to be collected was $1.00 and the Mayor advised him to collect these fees and to turn them in monthly: Chief of Police Delucchi reported that the Fair had progressed with satisfaction. That there were no burglaries or petty thefts, stolen cars and that while he had plenty of help the attraction had gone off very satisfactory. He also advised that he was planning to take a ten days vacation beginning August 9th and that he would take the balance of his Vacation later in the season. Also that Mr. Rodrigues would act as Chief in his absence. The Clerk brought up the matter of the Riggs license and stated that Mr. Bairos of Bairos & Graham had advised that the American Bakery of Livermore had procured space in his store and. would do business finm that location. Accordingly the Clerk was instructed to proceed with the issuance of the license. The Clerk reported on the Community Dinner and to the effect that 218 people had attened, that the municipality was responsible for 42 guests and. that the expense of the dinner including the rental of the hall was $19.30. It was ordered,, - -ghat the Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce should take care of this expense. On motion of Coin:c:i,,lman Hansen, ;seconded by. Councilman Mezza and with all the councilmen present in favor of��`sa�rie, it was order d that the Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce should be paid $20.00 for use in advert - isng the e6mmunity, this sum to be paid from the Music and Promotion Fund. The Mayor brought up the annual financial report as submitted by the Clerk for the period ending June 30, 1940. Councilman Hansenr„ discussed the report and made a motion that same be accepted. His motion was seconded by Councilman - Trimingham with all the councilmen present in favor of same. Councilman Hansen brought up the matter of the Fire Department and the $70.00 owing the men from the Fire Department who had served on the fairgrounds. On motion of Councilman Hansen, seconded by Councilman Mezza and with all the councilmen present in favor of same, it was..ordered that this money should be paid the Fire Department for special services rendered. The Mayor queried the Clerk with regards the annual audit of the municipal books and he was advised that Mr. Silveria would take care of same in September. The following resolution was presented: Resolution No. 1726 -- Authorizing the payment of the salaries of the municipal officers for the month of July amounting to 4772.50. The resolution was adopted, on motion of Councilman Hansen, seconded by Councilman Trimingham and with all the councilmen present in favor of same. There being no further business the meeting adjourned at 10:20 o'clock to meet in regular session, Tuesday evening, September 3, 1940. City Clerk Y-�