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Reading, Mass . , March 13, 1931
The Regular Meeting of the Board of Public Works was called
to order at 7:30 P .M.
All members and Mr. Wm. J. Lumbert *dere present.
Minutes of March 6th meeting read and approved.
Mr. Martin B. Hartshorn was elected Chairman by unanimous
vote.
Mr. Frank M. Merrill elected Secretary, receiving three
votes.
Letters from Wendell Bancroft Co. and Percy N. Sweetser
were read regarding bids on coal for Pumping Station. After
much dismission bid was awarded to Wendell Bancroft Co.
Letter received from Max Pinease, lF6 Salem St. , relative
to drainage condition near his property. Superintendent to
investigate. -
Harold W. Maybury and Mr. F„ G. Dahlouist from Libby Ave.
interviewed the Board regarding conditions at Libby Ave, re,,uest-
ing that something be done to remedy same. They were informed
as to Betterment Act. Superintendent instructed to estimate
cost, including survey.
Mr. and Mrs . Dailey of Bay State 3d. interviewed the Board
relative to drainage conditions on Pratt St. , claiming brook
has been filled in, causing surface water to back up into
cellar. Superintendent to investigate and consult Town Counsel.
Chairman Tirrell of Cemetery Trustees interviewed Board
e regarding work as outlined in letter to board dated March 10th,
requesting same be finished before May 30th, Mr. Hartshorn
stated Board would do everything possible to cc-operate if weather
conditions warranted .
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March 13th, 1931, Cont.
Requested Superintendent to check up what was required. '
Voted to allow Reading Riding Club to stage a one ring
horse show at Ball Park some time in May.
Mr. F. Cail of Summer Ave. states 1 1/4 inch water pipe on
Woodbine St. causes rust in boilers, etc. To be investigated.
Superintendent reports drainage projects on Temple St.
will cost ; 800.00 for 400 feet. That Spring job will cost
.° 600.00 for 300 feet. That A. Zanni broke fence Dost at
10 Union St. , plowing sidewalk.
Superintendent instructed to communicate with standpipe
contractor relative to cost of applying aluminum paint instead
of black as specified in contract.
Chairman appointed Secretary to check the bills of the ,
Board.
Board adjourned at 9 P .M, -
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Attest:- Frank M. Merrill.
SECRETARY -