This past weekend eateries and supermarkets in northern parts of San Diego had to shut down because of a possible contamination in the city's water supply. Many business owners lost thousands of dollars during the shut down and are looking for possible compensation for their losses. In addition there was concern over food going bad and customers getting sick.
To some of the business owners dismay, many insurance policies will only pay only if the shut down was for a longer period of time. Officials say that it is "doubtful" that business owners can get help from the city for their losses.
Isn't it the city's responsibility to make sure everything concerning the city is running smoothly on a day to day basis? Shouldn’t preventive measures be put in place so that these types of things don’t happen? Is the city to blame? Kinda sounds like the Katrina situation, doesn’t it?
If you look at the San Diego water department’s web page, you’ll read this:
“In the nearly 100 year history of the City of San Diego Water Department, we have never sold a drop of water deemed unsafe by any local, state, or federal agency. That's a record we're proud of, and one we're determined to continue.”
It’s funny that when mayor Jerry Sanders was asked whether or not the city would back up restaurants if customers were to file claims against them, the mayor replied with, “The attorneys will work on all of that.” He basically didn’t even answer the question. I believe the city is very rich despite what people say...
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