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News Briefs
Investigation reveals cause of creek pollution
An investigation by city staff, West Valley Sanitation District staff and Santa Clara Valley Water District staff, which was coordinated by Saratogan Don Whetstone, shows the source of bacteriological pollution in Saratoga Creek.
According to Saratoga Mayor Stan Bogosian, the investigation shows that sewage water leaks from the main sewer line beneath Saratoga-Los Gatos Road. This water then enters the storm drain line through seams and cracks.
In April 1999, when the Friends of the Santa Clara County Creeks and San Francisco BayKeeper settled their lawsuit against the city, which had been filed in 1995, a settlement agreement required an investigation into the source of the pollution.
Bogosian and city officials advise residents to keep children and pets out of the creek, as long as test results show high levels of pollution.
Parks and Rec. meeting changed to July 10
The regularly scheduled Parks and Recreation Commission meeting on July 3 has been changed to July 10. The meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall at 13777 Fruitvale Ave..
Friends elect board members, officers
In May, the Friends of the Saratoga Libraries elected new officers and a new board of directors. The following Friends were elected to one-year terms beginning July 1: Bill McDonnal, president; Joan Gomersall, vice president of programs and services; Jim Givens, vice president of public relations; Mary-Lynne Bernald, vice president of membership; Tom Blaisdell, vice president of finance and Margaret Patrick, secretary.
Ruth Gipstein and Helen Lemmon retire July 30.
SASCC planning barbecue, auction
The Saratoga Area Senior Coordinating Council is planning a fundraising silent auction and barbecue for September 9. Then council is now taking items for the auction and also monetary contributions.
SASCC provides operating funds for senior programs.
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