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CLAIM FOR DAMAGES Mrs. Esther G. Merscheim CLAIM FOR DAMAGES Marie Teske MEADOWS ADDITION OPENING OF BIDS No. 54.10 -3 cash registers No. 54.11 - Engine driven Compressor for Cemetery BID AWARDED No. 54.8 - Panel Truck BID AWARDED No. 54.9 - Pumps for Golf Course Mr. George Rudiak, Dr. Ralph Hemington, Mr. William Hite, Dr. Louis Bernkrant, Mr. Mann, Charlie Steel and Mr. Dewey Solomon appeared before the Board protesting this final map, stating they wished this area to remain zoned as Ranch Estates. Mayor Pro Tem Whipple asked for a standing count of those who were objecting to the approval of this final map. There were 17 persons present. Mr. Thomas Beam and Mr. Leonard Wilson appeared before the Board at this time asking for approval of this final map. Commissioner Bunker suggested there be appointed a committee of two commissioners to meet with a committee from the group of objectors and Mr. Beam to see if a satisfactory arrangement could be worked out. Commissioners Bunker and Sharp were appointed as the committee to work with Mr. Bill Hite and Mr. George Rudiak and Mr. Beam. The meeting was set for April 26, at 4:00 P.M. At this time the Board considered the claim for damages by Mrs. Esther G. Merscheim in the amount of $9,000.00. Mrs. Merscheim fell on a sidewalk at 616 E. Carson. Thereafter Commissioner Sharp moved this claim for damages be denied. Motion seconded by Commissioner Jarrett and carried by the following vote: Commissioner Bunker, Jarrett, Sharp and His Honor Mayor Pro Tem Whipple voting aye; noes, none. Absent: Mayor Baker. At this time the Board considered the claim for damages by Mrs. Marie Teske in the amount of $1,000.00. Mrs. Teske fell on a sidewalk on South 4th Street near Garces Avenue. Thereafter Commissioner Bunker moved this claim for damages be referred to the City Attorney. Motion seconded by Commissioner Sharp and carried by the following vote: Commissioners Bunker, Jarrett, Sharp and His Honor Mayor Pro Tem Whipple voting aye; noes, none. Absent: Mayor Baker. Mr. George Harmon appeared before the Board at this time to protest the approval of a new subdivision in the Meadows Addition known as the Judy Rich Tract, and discussion was held. Thereafter Commissioner Sharp moved to refer this matter to the City Engineer and the Right-of-Way Agent to see if a right of way can be secured. Motion seconded by Commissioner Jarrett and carried by the following vote: Commissioners Bunker, Jarrett, Sharp and His Honor Mayor Pro Tem Whipple voting aye; noes, none. Absent: Mayor Baker. This being the time set for the opening of bids for three cash registers, the matter was considered by the Board and the following bid was received: Without Option With Option NATIONAL CASH REGISTER CO. $6,915.00 $7,025.00 Thereafter Commissioner Sharp moved this bid be referred to the City Manager for study. Motion seconded by Commissioner Bunker and carried by the following vote: Commissioners Bunker, Jarrett, Sharp, and His Honor Mayor Pro Tem Whipple voting aye; noes, none. Absent: Mayor Baker. This being the time set for the opening of bids for the engine driven compressor for the Cemetery, the matter was considered by the Board and bids were received from the following firms: THE CHAMPION COMPANY $1,529.55 SCHRAMM, INC. 1,500.00 BLYSTONE EQUIPMENT CO. 2,610.00 INLAND SERVICE AND SUPPLY Thereafter Commissioner Bunker moved the foregoing bids be referred to the City Manager for study and tabulation. Motion seconded by Commissioner Sharp and carried by the following vote: Commissioners Bunker, Jarrett, Sharp and His Honor Mayor Pro Tem Whipple voting aye; noes, none. Absent; Mayor Baker. At this time the City Manager recommended that the bid of Community Chevrolet for the panel truck for the Fire Department be accepted, as this truck is best suited for the needs of the Fire Department. Commissioner Jarrett moved the bid for the panel truck be awarded to Community Chevrolet in the amount of $1,759.00. Motion seconded by Commissioner Bunker and carried by the following vote: Commissioners Bunker, Jarrett, and His Honor Mayor Pro Tem Whipple voting aye; noes, Commissioner Sharp. Absent: Mayor Baker. City Engineer George Wade recommended that the bid of Phelps Pump and Supply for pumps for the Golf Course be accepted as the low bidder withdrew his bid. Commissioner Bunker moved the bid for pumps for the Golf Course be awarded to Phelps Pump and Supply in the amount of $9,190.00. 4-21-54