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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1970-07-21; Water Committee Ad Hoc; MinutesMINUTES OF: WATER COMMITTEE MEETING DATE OF MEETING: July 21, 1970 - 4:00 P.M. PLACE OF MEETING: City Manager's Conference Room Present: Bob Watson, Win Friday, Glenn McComas, Bill Cannon, Bill Esterline, Hunter Cook, Jack Arnold, Thelma Sowell, Chief Anear, Bob Neely Guests: Dick Deussen, Larry Olson—Engineering Science Absent: Knox Williams, Carl Prince, Don Hickethier 1. Status report of water project by Engineering Science. Mr. Deussen had brought the latest set of plans. He explained a displayed map showing the completed and corrected part of the project and the part yet to be completed. He stated there are some right-of-way problems. A fully completed set of plans should be ready by the end of the month. $2,300,000 is the estimated total cost as compared to $1,800,000 estimated in 1968. Mr. Cook stated that after the appraisals are completed, the people will be contacted. Discussion was held on the Sheffler property where condemnation proceedings may be necessary. These proceedings allow 90 days to the owner after which time the City can get immediate possession. The preliminary cost estimate of property for the three reservoir sites and easements is $150,000. Mr. Deussen stated the main right-of-way problem is at Marron Road and Hosp Grove due to the fact that the Marron Road alignment has not yet been finalized. Mr. Cook stated existing streets could be used for alignment of the water pipe. It was stated the City has to make a statement to HUD to prove the necessary right of way has been obtained before construction can begin on any particular parcel. Construction can begin on other portions of the project. If there are any problems, HUD should be informed. November 1 is the target date set for receiving bids. 2. Surplus water properties for sale. It was reported that a potential buyer for the Monroe Street property has been found. — 2 — 3. Determination of Calavera Lake. The Mayor has asked this Committee to review the Calavera Lake property as to the topography, the amount of water within the area, the ingress and egress and also the terms for the lease or sale of the property. Also, he wanted the peoples' opinions on the best use for the property. He wants an idea of the difficulty of getting a sewer line to this area. \ Mr. Cannon stated we should let the buyer worry about these problems. Mr. Arnold stated Parks and Recreation have an interest in this property also. Respectfully submitted, Barbara Bishop Recording Secretary