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Correspondence I i 75- 0 y ���� Li �u' ,ks, )i P 4•1 • • 6 9 1 149.5 e ,teen bu,r Ed C MEMORANDUM tY f lU f CITY OF TIGARD ( cI'oF TIGARD OREGON TO: Pam Berry FROM: David Scott DATE: January 23, 1996 • RE: Advice on proceeding with enforcement against Hasting and Lewis Background Earlier this year Mr. John Drennan informed staff that properties at 9575 and 9555 SW Lewis Lane (Lewis and Hasting, respectively) had "illegally" connected to his private sanitary sewer line which is located in an easement on Hasting's property (see Exhibits N and 0, including a plat map, Drennan's deed, and a note from Drennan). Mr. Drennan indicated to staff that he would go ahead and disconnect these "illegal" connections. Staff issued him a permit to do so, but he was prevented from performing work by the Hastings. There is now a civil matter pending between these parties. I reviewed our records and determined that indeed Hasting and Lewis are connected to this private sanitary sewer line and need to be disconnected. I informed Hasting and Lewis of this on August 7, 1995 (see Exhibit K). One clarification to my letter is that Hasting has connected an out - building, not the dwelling, to the private line, and Lewis has connected a catch basin to the private line. City staff and the attorney for Lewis and Hasting confirm this fact. A summary of the record and Unified Sewage Agency (USA) regulations used in reaching my determination follows: Exhibit A - Sewer connection permit for 9555 SW Lewis Lane, dated March 18, 1960 (connection to public line). Exhibit B - Sewer connection permit for 9575 SW Lewis Lane, dated July 7, 1959 (connection to public line). Exhibit C - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated November 26, 1957. Exhibit D - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated March 12, 1967. Note: We believe the permits in "C" and "D" are for the same connection. 13125 SW Hall Blvd., Tigard, OR 97223 (503) 639 -4171 TDD (503) 684 -2772 • Pam Berry January 23 1996 Page 2 Exhibit E - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated October 23, 1987. Exhibit F - Excerpt from a Tigard Notice of Decision re: 11495 SW Greenburg Road, SDR 88 -03, which indicates sanitary sewer service existed at rear of property (which is the private line in question). Exhibit G - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated March 10, 1988. Exhibit H - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated June 23, 1988. Our records show that 11495 SW Greenburg Road has four permitted connections to the public sanitary sewer line, via the private line in question; and that both 9555 and 9575 SW Lewis Lane each have one connection for their houses (maps indicate SW Lewis Lane and a public storm line therein were developed in 1955 - 1956). The reason the Lewis connection of a catch -basin to the sanitary sewer is illegal is first that no storm water can drain to the sanitary system, pursuant to Section 6 of USA Ordinance No. 21. The reason both the Lewis and Hasting connections are illegal is that every connection to the public system may serve only one property. The private line serves 11495 SW Greenburg Road. The other properties cannot be connected, but must have independent connections (USA Rule and Order 91-47 at 8.01.4). Also, we have no record of permits for these connections, in violation of USA Rule and Order 21 at Section 4A. The attorney for Hasting and Lewis alleges it is Drennan who should not be connected, claiming various property right positions. Attached are various pieces of correspondence I have received from the attorney (Exhibits I, J, L, and M). I would like to proceed with a Notice of Infraction, one step before a Summons and Complaint, on Hasting and Lewis. An option would be to present the attorney for Hasting and Lewis with the documentation and give 15 days to respond with an indication that a Notice of Infraction will follow. Perhaps the latter course of action would be more prudent. Please advise whether you believe my administrative determination is sound in light of all the information and your recommendation on my next step. You may call me at 639 -4171, ext. 311, if you have any questions or need additional information. \ \ a \C-d /\' v l` MEMORANDUM CITY OF TIGARD To: Jim Hendryx From: David Scot , Building Official Date: 2/20/96 Subject: Drennan, Hastings, Lewis situation Attached is a memo and records which I sent to the City Attorney to get their advice on my proposed enforcement against Hastings and Lewis. Pauliel.sner responded and is recommending that I set up a meeting with all parties (and their attorneys), during which Paul will indicate to all parties that the City is going to disconnect everyone from the sewer line within some time period. We would accomplish this by disconnecting the one private line, which all parties are connected to. This will impact Drennan the most, since his 4 units use this line. Hastings and Lewis have a catch basin and accessory building connected to this line. Their homes are independently connected. Our goal is to see Hastings and Lewis disconnected from this line. Paul believes that this is Drennan's line and that it is his responsibility to us to get the situation of connections to his private line resolved. By threatening to disconnect everyone, he believes we will see real action toward resolution, prompted by Drennan, who has been relying on us to get this resolved. He also believes that we may end up in District Court in an injunction hearing. Paul would, of course, be present at the first meeting and any subsequent proceedings. I believe it is advisable to have Paul present, inasmuch as the other parties have legal representation. I believe we should follow the advice of counsel and request authorization to do so, with the understanding that we will incur legal expenses. '-- tl 95 Cre2r ( a , , 4 �; MEMORANDUM { ' i y � „ CITY OF TIGARD CITY OF TIGARD OREGON TO: Pam Berry FROM: David Scott DATE: January 23, 1996 RE: Advice on proceeding with enforcement against Hasting and Lewis Background Earlier this year Mr. John Drennan informed staff that properties at 9575 and 9555 SW Lewis Lane (Lewis and Hasting, respectively) had "illegally" connected to his private sanitary sewer line which is located in an easement on Hasting's property (see Exhibits N and 0, including a plat map, Drennan's deed, and a note from Drennan). Mr. Drennan indicated to staff that he would go ahead and disconnect these "illegal" connections. Staff issued him a permit to do so, but he was prevented from performing work by the Hastings. There is now a civil matter pending between these parties. I reviewed our records and determined that indeed Hasting and Lewis are connected to this private sanitary sewer line and need to be disconnected. I informed Hasting and Lewis of this on August 7, 1995 (see Exhibit K). One clarification to my letter is that Hasting has connected an out - building, not the dwelling, to the private line, and Lewis has connected a catch basin to the private line. City staff and the attorney for Lewis and Hasting confirm this fact. A summary of the record and Unified Sewage Agency (USA) regulations used in reaching my determination follows: Exhibit A - Sewer connection permit for 9555 SW Lewis Lane, dated March 18, 1960 (connection to public line). Exhibit B - Sewer connection permit for 9575 SW Lewis Lane, dated July 7, 1959 (connection to public line). Exhibit C - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated November 26, 1957. Exhibit D - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated March 12, 1967. Note: We believe the permits in "C" and "D" are for the same connection. 13125 SW Hall Blvd., Tigard, OR 97223 (503) 639 -4171 TDD (503) 684 -2772 Pam Berry January 23 1996 Page 2 Exhibit E - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated October 23, 1987. Exhibit F - Excerpt from a Tigard Notice of Decision re: 11495 SW Greenburg Road, SDR 88 -03, which indicates sanitary sewer service existed at rear of property (which is the private line in question). Exhibit G - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated March 10, 1988. Exhibit H - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated June 23, 1988. Our records show that 11495 SW Greenburg Road has four permitted connections to the public sanitary sewer line, via the private line in question; and that both 9555 and 9575 SW Lewis Lane each have one connection for their houses (maps indicate SW Lewis Lane and a public storm line therein were developed in 1955 - 1956). The reason the Lewis connection of a catch -basin to the sanitary sewer is illegal is first that no storm water can drain to the sanitary system, pursuant to Section 6 of USA Ordinance No. 21. The reason both the Lewis and Hasting connections are illegal is that every connection to the public system may serve only one property. The private line serves 11495 SW Greenburg Road. The other properties cannot be connected, but must have independent connections (USA Rule and Order 91-47 at 8.01.4). Also, we have no record of permits for these connections, in violation of USA Rule and Order 21 at Section 4A. The attorney for Hasting and Lewis alleges it is Drennan who should not be connected, claiming various property right positions. Attached are various pieces of correspondence I have received from the attorney (Exhibits I, J, L, and M). I would like to proceed with a Notice of Infraction, one step before a Summons and Complaint, on Hasting and Lewis. An option would be to present the attorney for Hasting and Lewis with the documentation and give 15 days to respond with an indication that a Notice of Infraction will follow. Perhaps the latter course of action would be more prudent. Please advise whether you believe my administrative determination is sound in light of all the information and your recommendation on my next step. You may call me at 639 -4171, ext. 311, if you have any questions or need additional information. ( Nk., ----, C ( : -3-4\ MEMORANDUM CITY OF TIGARD To: Jim Hendryx From: David Scot , Building Official Date: 2/20/96 Subject: Drennan, Hastings, Lewis situation Attached is a memo and records which I sent to the City Attorney to get their advice on my proposed enforcement against Hastings and Lewis. Paul Olsner responded and is recommending that I set up a meeting with all parties (and their attorneys), during which Paul will indicate to all parties that the City is going to disconnect everyone from the sewer line within some time period. We would accomplish this by disconnecting the one private line, which all parties are connected to. This will impact Drennan the most, since his 4 units use this line. Hastings and Lewis have a catch basin and accessory building connected to this line. Their homes are independently connected. Our goal is to see Hastings and Lewis disconnected from this line. Paul believes that this is Drennan's line and that it is his responsibility to us to get the situation of connections to his private line resolved. By threatening to disconnect everyone, he believes we will see real action toward resolution, prompted by Drennan, who has been relying on us to get this resolved. He also believes that we may end up in District Court in an injunction hearing. Paul would, of course, be present at the first meeting and any subsequent proceedings. I believe it is advisable to have Paul present, inasmuch as the other parties have legal representation. I believe we should follow the advice of counsel and request authorization to do so, with the understanding that we will incur legal expenses. n ., L l 4cc S reen bu d_ - 1 yiii MEMORANDUM Wy , =1 . : i i 1 / 4 4 . 4 ( IV CITY OF TIGARD CITY OF TIGARD OREGON TO: Pam Berry FROM: David Scott DATE: January 23, 1996 RE: Advice on proceeding with enforcement against Hasting and Lewis Background Earlier this year Mr. John Drennan informed staff that properties at 9575 and 9555 SW Lewis Lane (Lewis and Hasting, respectively) had "illegally" connected to his private sanitary sewer line which is located in an easement on Hasting's property (see Exhibits N and 0, including a plat map, Drennan's deed, and a note from Drennan). Mr. Drennan indicated to staff that he would go ahead and disconnect these "illegal" connections. Staff issued him a permit to do so, but he was prevented from performing work by the Hastings. There is now a civil matter pending between these parties. I reviewed our records and determined that indeed Hasting and Lewis are connected to this private sanitary sewer line and need to be disconnected. I informed Hasting and Lewis of this on August 7, 1995 (see Exhibit K). One clarification to my letter is that Hasting has connected an out - building, not the dwelling, to the private line, and Lewis has connected a catch basin to the private line. City staff and the attorney for Lewis and Hasting confirm this fact. A summary of the record and Unified Sewage Agency (USA) regulations used in reaching my determination follows: Exhibit A = Sewer connection permit for 9555 SW Lewis Lane, dated March 18, 1960 (connection to public line). Exhibit B - Sewer connection permit for 9575 SW Lewis Lane, dated July 7, 1959 (connection to public line). Exhibit C - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated November 26, 1957. Exhibit D - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated March 12, 1967. Note: We believe the permits in "C" and "D" are for the same connection. 13125 SW Hall Blvd., Tigard, OR 97223 (503) 639 -4171 TDD (503) 684 -2772 Pam Berry January 23 1996 Page 2 Exhibit E - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated October 23, 1987. Exhibit F - Excerpt from a Tigard Notice of Decision re: 11495 SW Greenburg Road, SDR 88 -03, which indicates sanitary sewer service existed at rear of property (which is the private line in question). Exhibit G - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated March 10, 1988. Exhibit H - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated June 23, 1988. Our records show that 11495 SW Greenburg Road has four permitted connections to the public sanitary sewer line, via the private line in question; and that both 9555 and 9575 SW Lewis Lane each have one connection for their houses (maps indicate SW Lewis Lane and a public storm line therein were developed in 1955 - 1956). The reason the Lewis connection of a catch -basin to the sanitary sewer is illegal is first that no storm water can drain to the sanitary system, pursuant to Section 6 of USA Ordinance No. 21. The reason both the Lewis and Hasting connections are illegal is that every connection to the public system may serve only one property. The private line serves 11495 SW Greenburg Road. The other properties cannot be connected, but must have independent connections (USA Rule and Order 91-47 at 8.01.4). Also, we have no record of permits for these connections, in violation of USA Rule and Order 21 at Section 4A. The attorney for Hasting and Lewis alleges it is Drennan who should not be connected, claiming various property right positions. Attached are various pieces of correspondence I have received from the attorney (Exhibits I, J, L, and M). I would like to proceed with a Notice of Infraction, one step before a Summons and Complaint, on Hasting and Lewis. An option would be to present the attorney for Hasting and Lewis with the documentation and give 15 days to respond with an indication that a Notice of Infraction will follow. Perhaps the latter course of action would be more prudent. Please advise whether you believe my administrative determination is sound in light of all the information and your recommendation on my next step. You may call me at 639 -4171, ext. 311, if you have any questions or need additional information. s , Cr CC" 'R MEMORANDUM CITY OF TIGARD To: Jim Hendryx (i From: David Scot,` Building Official Date: 2/20/96 Subject: Drennan, Hastings, Lewis situation Attached is a memo and records which I sent to the City Attorney to get their advice on my proposed enforcement against Hastings and Lewis. Paul°-elsner responded and is recommending that I set up a meeting with all parties (and their attorneys), during which Paul will indicate to all parties that the City is going to disconnect everyone from the sewer line within some time period. We would accomplish this by disconnecting the one private line, which all parties are connected to. This will impact Drennan the most, since his 4 units use this line. Hastings and Lewis have a catch basin and accessory building connected to this line. Their homes are independently connected. Our goal is to see Hastings and Lewis disconnected from this line. Paul believes that this is Drennan's line and that it is his responsibility to us to get the situation of connections to his private line resolved. By threatening to disconnect everyone, he believes we will see real action toward resolution, prompted by Drennan, who has been relying on us to get this resolved. He also believes that we may end up in District Court in an injunction hearing. Paul would, of course, be present at the first meeting and any subsequent proceedings. I believe it is advisable to have Paul present, inasmuch as the other parties have legal representation. I believe we should follow the advice of counsel and request authorization to do so, with the understanding that we will incur legal expenses. 9 576 i--e_LONI, g L icy . MEMORANDUM u. (/ Rt I ,10,- CITY OF TIGARD CITY OF TIGARD OREGON TO: Pam Berry FROM: David Scott DATE: January 23, 1996 RE: Advice on proceeding with enforcement against Hasting and Lewis Background Earlier this year Mr. John Drennan informed staff that properties at 9575 and 9555 SW Lewis Lane (Lewis and Hasting, respectively) had "illegally" connected to his private sanitary sewer line which is located in an easement on Hasting's property (see Exhibits N and 0, including a plat map, Drennan's deed, and a note from Drennan). Mr. Drennan indicated to staff that he would go ahead and disconnect these "illegal" connections. Staff issued him a permit to do so, but he was prevented from performing work by the Hastings. There is now a civil matter pending between these parties. I reviewed our records and determined that indeed Hasting and Lewis are connected to this private sanitary sewer line and need to be disconnected. I informed Hasting and Lewis of this on August 7, 1995 (see Exhibit K). One clarification to my letter is that Hasting has connected an out - building, not the dwelling, to the private line, and Lewis has connected a catch basin to the private line. City staff and the attorney for Lewis and Hasting confirm this fact. A summary of the record and Unified Sewage Agency (USA) regulations used in reaching my determination follows: Exhibit A - Sewer connection permit for 9555 SW Lewis Lane, dated March 18, 1960 (connection to public line). Exhibit B - Sewer connection permit for 9575 SW Lewis Lane, dated July 7, 1959 (connection to public line). Exhibit C - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated November 26, 1957. Exhibit D - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated March 12, 1967. Note: We believe the permits in "C" and "D" are for the same connection. 13125 SW Hall Blvd., Tigard, OR 97223 (503) 639 -4171 TDD (503) 684 -2772 Pam Berry January 23 1996 Page 2 Exhibit E - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated October 23, 1987. Exhibit F - Excerpt from a Tigard Notice of Decision re: 11495 SW Greenburg Road, SDR 88 -03, which indicates sanitary sewer service existed at rear of property (which is the private line in question). Exhibit G - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated March 10, 1988. Exhibit H - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated June 23, 1988. Our records show that 11495 SW Greenburg Road has four permitted connections to the public sanitary sewer line, via the private line in question; and that both 9555 and 9575 SW Lewis Lane each have one connection for their houses (maps indicate SW Lewis Lane and a public storm line therein were developed in 1955 - 1956). The reason the Lewis connection of a catch -basin to the sanitary sewer is illegal is first that no storm water can drain to the sanitary system, pursuant to Section 6 of USA Ordinance No. 21. The reason both the Lewis and Hasting connections are illegal is that every connection to the public system may serve only one property. The private line serves 11495 SW Greenburg Road. The other properties cannot be connected, but must have independent connections (USA Rule and Order 91-47 at 8.01.4). Also, we have no record of permits for these connections, in violation of USA Rule and Order 21 at Section 4A. The attorney for Hasting and Lewis alleges it is Drennan who should not be connected, claiming various property right positions. Attached are various pieces of correspondence I have received from the attorney (Exhibits I, J, L, and M). I would like to proceed with a Notice of Infraction, one step before a Summons and Complaint, on Hasting and Lewis. An option would be to present the attorney for Hasting and Lewis with the documentation and give 15 days to respond with an indication that a Notice of Infraction will follow. Perhaps the latter course of action would be more prudent. Please advise whether you believe my administrative determination is sound in light of all the information and your recommendation on my next step. You may call me at 639 -4171, ext. 311, if you have any questions or need additional information. F gas .r n l 1 \ �u \ CD ` C MEMORANDUM CITY OF TIGARD To: Jim Hendryx From: David Scot, Building Official Date: 2/20/96 Subject: Drennan, Hastings, Lewis situation Attached is a memo and records which I sent to the City Attorney to get their advice on my proposed enforcement against Hastings and Lewis. Paul.a'1.sner responded and is recommending that I set up a meeting with all parties (and their attorneys), during which Paul will indicate to all parties that the City is going to disconnect everyone from the sewer line within some time period. We would accomplish this by disconnecting the one private line, which all parties are connected to. This will impact Drennan the most, since his 4 units use this line. Hastings and Lewis have a catch basin and accessory building connected to this line. Their homes are independently connected. Our goal is to see Hastings and Lewis disconnected from this line. Paul believes that this is Drennan's line and that it is his responsibility to us to get the situation of connections to his private line resolved. By threatening to disconnect everyone, he believes we will see real action toward resolution, prompted by Drennan, who has been relying on us to get this resolved. He also believes that we may end up in District Court in an injunction hearing. Paul would, of course, be present at the first meeting and any subsequent proceedings. I believe it is advisable to have Paul present, inasmuch as the other parties have legal representation. I believe we should follow the advice of counsel and request authorization to do so, with the understanding that we will incur legal expenses. t . 4555 Leis Lr MEMORANDUM -°"` CITY OF TIGARD CITY OF TIGARD OREGONd TO: Pam Berry FROM: David Scott DATE: January 23, 1996 RE: Advice on proceeding with enforcement against Hasting and Lewis Background Earlier this year Mr. John Drennan informed staff that properties at 9575 and 9555 SW Lewis Lane (Lewis and Hasting, respectively) had "illegally" connected to his private sanitary sewer line which is located in an easement on Hasting's property (see Exhibits N and 0, including a plat map, Drennan's deed, and a note from Drennan). Mr. Drennan indicated to staff that he would go ahead and disconnect these "illegal" connections. Staff issued him a permit to do so, but he was prevented from performing work by the Hastings. There is now a civil matter pending between these parties. I reviewed our records and determined that indeed Hasting and Lewis are connected to this private sanitary sewer line and need to be disconnected. I informed Hasting and Lewis of this on August 7, 1995 (see Exhibit K). One clarification to my letter is that Hasting has connected an out - building, not the dwelling, to the private line, and Lewis has connected a catch basin to the private line. City staff and the attorney for Lewis and Hasting confirm this fact. A summary of the record and Unified Sewage Agency (USA) regulations used in reaching my determination follows: Exhibit A - Sewer connection permit for 9555 SW Lewis Lane, dated March 18, 1960 (connection to public line). Exhibit B - Sewer connection permit for 9575 SW Lewis Lane, dated July 7, 1959 (connection to public line). Exhibit C - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated November 26, 1957. Exhibit D - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated March 12, 1967. Note: We believe the permits in "C" and "D" are for the same connection. 13125 SW Hall Blvd., Tigard, OR 97223 (503) 639 -4171 TDD (503) 684 -2772 Pam Berry January 23 1996 Page 2 Exhibit E - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated October 23, 1987. Exhibit F - Excerpt from a Tigard Notice of Decision re: 11495 SW Greenburg Road, SDR 88 -03, which indicates sanitary sewer service existed at rear of property (which is the private line in question). Exhibit G - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated March 10, 1988. Exhibit H - Sewer connection permit for 11495 SW Greenburg Road, dated June 23, 1988. Our records show that 11495 SW Greenburg Road has four permitted connections to the public sanitary sewer line, via the private line in question; and that both 9555 and 9575 SW Lewis Lane each have one connection for their houses (maps indicate SW Lewis Lane and a public storm line therein were developed in 1955 - 1956). The reason the Lewis connection of a catch -basin to the sanitary sewer is illegal is first that no storm water can drain to the sanitary system, pursuant to Section 6 of USA Ordinance No. 21. The reason both the Lewis and Hasting connections are illegal is that every connection to the public system may serve only one property. The private line serves 11495 SW Greenburg Road. The other properties cannot be connected, but must have independent connections (USA Rule and Order 91-47 at 8.01.4). Also, we have no record of permits for these connections, in violation of USA Rule and Order 21 at Section 4A. The attorney for Hasting and Lewis alleges it is Drennan who should not be connected, claiming various property right positions. Attached are various pieces of correspondence I have received from the attorney (Exhibits I, J, L, and M). I would like to proceed with a Notice of Infraction, one step before a Summons and Complaint, on Hasting and Lewis. An option would be to present the attorney for Hasting and Lewis with the documentation and give 15 days to respond with an indication that a Notice of Infraction will follow. Perhaps the latter course of action would be more prudent. Please advise whether you believe my administrative determination is sound in light of all the information and your recommendation on my next step. You may call me at 639 -4171, ext. 311, if you have any questions or need additional information. t { x�, , ( t ` \ -, - f` e • 1 a \C' ,,,;..,,, . (.' MEMORANDUM CITY OF TIGARD To: Jim Hendryx From: David Scot, Building Official Date: 2/20/96 Subject: Drennan, Hastings, Lewis situation Attached is a memo and records which I sent to the City Attorney to get their advice on my proposed enforcement against Hastings and Lewis. Paul.lAsner responded and is recommending that I set up a meeting with all parties (and their attorneys), during which Paul will indicate to all parties that the City is going to disconnect everyone from the sewer line within some time period. We would accomplish this by disconnecting the one private line, which all parties are connected to. This will impact Drennan the most, since his 4 units use this line. Hastings and Lewis have a catch basin and accessory building connected to this line. Their homes are independently connected. Our goal is to see Hastings and Lewis disconnected from this line. Paul believes that this is Drennan's line and that it is his responsibility to us to get the situation of connections to his private line resolved. By threatening to disconnect everyone, he believes we will see real action toward resolution, prompted by Drennan, who has been relying on us to get this resolved. He also believes that we may end up in District Court in an injunction hearing. Paul would, of course, be present at the first meeting and any subsequent proceedings. I believe it is advisable to have Paul present, inasmuch as the other parties have legal representation. I believe we should follow the advice of counsel and request authorization to do so, with the understanding that we will incur legal expenses.