LOWER WAIRAU BOARD OF CONSERVATORS.

Marlborough Express, Volume XIII, Issue 1081, 23 November 1878, Page 7

LOWER WAIRAU BOARD OF CONSERVATORS.

A meeting of the above Boaad was held on Thursday evening, at Mr T. O'Sullivan's Office. Present: Messr3 C. Redwood (chairman), Rogers, Davies, Parker, and O'Sullivan (Secretary). The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed. CORRESPONDENCE. A letter was read from Mr John Renfrew stating that some misundersanding existed as to his account for work and labor done at M'Callum's bank, and making aclaim for extras. The Board were of opinion that Mr Renfrew was not entitled to be paid more than he previously claimed, and declined to entertain his application. WORKS AT LKARI'S BREACH. The Chairman stated that he had visited tb» protective works at Leary's Breach, and found them m a satisfactory condition, and the bend at Brindle's was very much improved. He did not apprehend any any danger to the town of and the drivingofthem. About a ton and a half of Blenhem from this quarter on completion of the work. He thought it would be desirable to have separate contracts for the supply of piles wire would also be required. There were various opinions as to the feasibility of the scheme. He was of opinion that it would answer the purpose intended, and that what had been said as the work not being strong enough would was untenable. A very large deposit would be created by it, and it would ultimately turn the river. It would be about the strongest piece of work of the kind m New Zealand. It was resolved on the motion of Mr Parker, seconded by Mr Davies— That separate tenders be called for the delivery at the Rock Ferry of 70 piles of various lengths not less than 25 feet and for the driving of them. Mr Rogers asked if there was going to be any guarantee. He should oppose the motion unless the success of the scheme were guaranteed. He should move as an amendment that separate tenders be called fcr the delivery and driving of 970 piles, &c, "provided the success of the scheme be guaranteed." I Mr Parker said he would second the motion ■pro forma. He felt confident of the success of the scheme, but objected to the work being taken under a guarantee, which would meau taking the work out of the bands of the Board and making it one man's scheme. The amendment was negatived and the motion carried. POWERS OP THE BOARD. The question as to the powers of the Board to construct works within the Borough of Blenheim was discussed, and it was resolved to take a legal opinion upon it. Mr Redwood said that a log placed near the Nelson-street Bridge by the Borough Council was injuring the Bank, and it ought to be removed. Had the Board the right to remove it ? And other cases of emergency might arise. The Secretary was instructed to state a case for Mr. Conolly's opinion, on the motion of the Chairman, seconded by Mr Parker. DR HORNE's CLAIM. A claim by Dr Home for compensation for alleged injury to his land, arising from a drain was referred to the Surveyor. ACCOUNTS. The following accounts were ordered to be paid : -Dobson, £19 10s ; Davis Bros., £1 18s ; advance to Mr. Barry's men £16. The Secretary stated that the balance at the Bank to the credit of the Board was £560, and he was instructed to take steps to obtain £100 due from Mr Eccles' estate. This concluded the business, and the Board then adjourned until the third Thursday of next month at half -past 7 o'clock,