474 Street Department, be allowed and ordered paid. Motion was seconded by Councilman Mueller, and same prevailed by the following vote: Ayes, Mayor McFadden, Councilmen Mueller, and Pannell, 3; nays, none, Councilmen Reed and Steck absent. Councilman Mueller moved that the Council recess, subject to call of the Mayor. Motion was seconded by Councilman Pannell, and same prevailed by the following vote: Ayes, Mayor McFadden, Councilmen Mueller, and Pannell, 3; nays, none, Councilmen Reed and Steck, absent. The Council then recessed. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL: Approven Mayor. Austin, Texas, June 28, 1928. Roll call showed the following The Council was called to order by the Mayor. members present: Mayor McFadden, Councilmen Mueller, Pannell, and Steck, 4; absent, Councilman Reed The Minutes of the last meeting were read and Councilman Mueller moved that same be approved as read. Motion was seconded by Councilman Pannell, and same prevailed by the following vote: Ayes, Mayor McFadden, Councilmen Mueller, Pannell, and Steck, 4; nays, none, Councilman Reed absent. Mayor McFadden laid before the Council for its third reading the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE CREATING THE OFFICE OF CITY GAS INSPECTOR, AND DEFINING THE DUTIES OF SUCH OFFICE; CREATING A BOARD FOR THE EXAMINATION AND LICENSE OF GAS- FITTERS; PROVIDING FOR THE INSPECTION OF GAS AND GAS METERS; PRESCRIBING RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE QUALITY, PRESSURE AND MEASURE OF GAS SUPPLIED TO CONSUMERS; AND FOR THE ENFORCEMENT THEREOF; PROVIDING RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE OF GAS PIPING AND FIXTURES; AND PRO- VIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION OF THE ORDINANCE. The ordinance was read the third time and laid over. Mayor McFadden moved that H. F. Kuehne, Architect, be directed to proceed with the drawing of plans and specifications for the new unit to the City Hospital to be built for Mexican and Negro patients. Motion was seconded by Councilman Mueller, and same prevailed by the following vote: Ayes, Mayor McFadden, Councilmen Mueller, Pannell, and Steck, 4; nays, none, Councilman Reed absent. Councilman Steck moved that City Manager Johnson be authorized to purchase the east 70 feet of the Bowman property fronting on 19th Street, between San Antonio and Nueces Streets, for a consideration of $7,000.00. Motion was seconded by Councilman Mueller, and same prevailed by the following vote: Ayes, Mayor McFadden, Councilmen Mueller, Pannell, and Steck, 4; nays, none, Councilman Reed absent. ". Mayor McFadden laid before the Council the following: "June 25, 1928. 475 To City Council, Austin, Texав. Gentlemen: I hereby make application for a permit to put in a dry cleaning plant at 207 Congress Avenue and intend to use Vulkaline in the cleaning work. I wish to comply with all ordinances relating to a plant of this kind and will ask that you give this your earliest consideration. (Sgd) Jake Wakeman, 207 Congress Avenue." יל "To the Honorable Mayor and City Council, Gentlemen: We, your committee, on the application of Jack Wakeman, who requests permit to install a dry cleaning plant at 207 Congress Avenue, make the following report: 1. That all equipment shall be properly installed, and all machines shall be fastended securely to the floor. 2. That all piping shall be protected so that same will not be subject to any injury that may cause leaking of cleaning fluid. 3. That all connections to machines or other equipment shall be properly made, as shall all pipe connections, all joints to be leak proof. 4. That all piping and connections, machines and their working parts shall be kept in proper repair at all times. 5. That all electrical connections to motors or other electrical equipment shall be made in accordance with regulations, and subject to the approval of the City electrical inspectors. 6. That all premises occupied by dry cleaning plants shall be kept free of trash or other accumulations that may cause or promote fire. 7. That there shall be provided a chemical fire extinguisher for emergency use. 8. That "GASOLINE SHALL NOT BE USED" at any time for cleaning, or for any other purpose on premises occupied and operated as a dry cleaning plant. That only nonexplosive cleaning fluid shall be used, 9. That permission shall be granted subject to the above conditions, and the present and future rules, regulations and ordinances of the City of Austin, Texas, applying to or regulating the location and operation of dry cleaning plants within the City, and said permission shall be held to be granted and accepted subject to all necessary, reasonable and proper, present and future regulations and ordinances of the City of Austin, Texas, in the enforcement of proper fire regulations; and the right of revocation is retained if, after hearing, it is found by the City Council that the said Jack Wakeman has failed and refused, and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Sgd) J. E. Woody, Fire Chief. R. F. Rockwood, Fire Karshal. Orin E. Metcalfe, City Engineer. CITY SAFETY COMMITTEE. " Councilman Pannell moved that permit be granted to the said Jack Wakeman, subject to the above recommendations of the Safety Committee. Motion was seconded by Councilman Mueller, and same prevailed by the following vote: Ayes, Mayor McFadden, Councilmen Mueller, Pannell, and Steck, 4; nays, none, Councilman Reed absent. Mayor McFadden laid before the Council the following: Hon. Adam R. Johnson, City Manager, Dear Sir: Austin, Texas. Austin, Texas, June 23, 1928. I wish to apply for a permit to put in two gasoline pumps and tanks, for a gasoline filling station. I am planning to build on the corner of 16th and Sabine 476 Streets, which property is owned by Mrs. Lina Wellmer's Estate, and of which I am part owner and Administrator. Thanking you, I am, Yours truly, (Sgd) William Wellmer. " "Hon. Mayor and City Council, Gentlemen: We, your committee on the application of William Wellmer, asking permission to install and operate a drive-in gasoline filling station at 16th and Sabine Streets, make the following report: , We, the committee recommend that this permission be granted subject to the following conditions: 1. That all buildings and equipment shall be placed inside of the property line, correct lines to be obtained before construction starts, or equipment installed.Lines and grades to be obtained from the City Engineering Department for entrances and driveways, building plans to be approved by the City Building Inspector. 2. That ceiling of that portion of the building that extends over driveways shall be covered with metal. Supports for portion extended over driveway to be supported by brick or reinforced concrete pillars. 3. That gasoline storage tanks and pumps and equipment used in connection therewith shall be of an approved type, and shall bear the label of the National Board of Fire Underwriters. All equipment to be installed in compliance with City and State Regulations governing such installations. All equipment to be inspected and approved before being placed in service. 4. That gasoline pumps and other equipment used in connection with the operation of a gasoline filling station shall be so located that cars receiving service therefrom will not in any manner obstruct the sidewalk, street or alleyway. The pumps shall be at least ten feet inside the property line. 5. That electric lights only shall be used for lighting purposes, and all electric wiring shall be done in compliance with regulations governing the wiring of gasoline filling stations, and shall be approved by the City Electrical Department. 6. That "NO SMOKING" signs shall be displayed at all times, and no person shall be permitted to smoke or have any open flame on premises where gasoline is sold or stored. 7. That there shall be kept in an accessible place at all times, a chemical fire extinguisher for emergency use. 8. That provision shall be made to take care of waste oils and water by having the proper connections with storm or sanitary sewer. Connections to be made under the supervision of the City Engineering Department. 9a. That a plan of the filling station, showing the proposed location of pumps, driveways and methods of draining away waste water and oils shall be filed with and approved by the City Engineer before the commencement of construction. 9b. That all gasoline pumps, tanks, equipment and piping connected thereto shall be inspected and approved by the City Plumbing Inspector. 10. That permission shall be granted subject to the above conditions and the present and future rules and regulations and ordinances of the City of Austin, Texas; applying to or regulating gasoline filling stations, and said permission shall be held to be granted and accepted subject to all necessary, reasonable and proper, present and future regulations and ordinances of the City of Austin, Texas, in the enforcement of proper police, traffic and fire regulations; and the right of revocation is retained, if, after hearing, it is found by the City Council that the said William Wellmer has failed and refused, and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Sgd) J. E. Woody, Fire Chief. R. F. Rockwood, Fire Marshal. Orin E. Metcalfe, City Engineer. CITY SAFETY COMMITTEE. " Councilman Mueller moved that permit be granted to said William Wellmer, subject to the above recommendations of the Safety Committee. Motion was seconded by Mayor McFadden, and same prevailed by the following vote: Ayes, Mayor McFadden, Councilmen Mueller, Pannell, and Steck, 4; nays, none, Councilman Reed absent. Mayor McFadden laid before the Council the following resolution: WHEREAS, the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company has presented to the City Council tentative maps or plans showing the proposed construction of its underground conduits in the streets in the City of Austin hereafter named, and said maps or plans have been considered by the City Council; therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: THAT the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company be and the same is hereby permitted to construct its underground conduits as follows: (1) In underground conduit in Brazos Street near the east side of same between 5th and 6th Streets, said conduit to begin at the north edge of a manhole previously constructed by the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company and to run in a general northerly direction to a manhole constructed by the old Independent Telephone Company. Thence easterly from the manhole constructed by the old Independent Company to a point which is 2 feet east of the southwest corner of Lot No. 12, Old City Block No. 57. (2) A conduit under the paving at right angles to the line of the alley in the alley between 5th and 6th San Jacinto and Brazos Streets, said crossing of the alley to be 180 feet east of the east line of Brazos Street. (3) An underground conduit in San Jacinto Street to begin at a manhole already constructed by the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company, which manhole is on the east side of San Jacinto Street and is a short distance north of the south line of the alley which lies between San Jacinto and Trinity, 5th and 6th Streets, and to run easterly at right angles to the line of San Jacinto Street. Thence southerly parallel to the east line of San Jacinto Street 64 fest, more or less. Thence easterly to the face of the building, it being distinctly understood that the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company shall have the sidewalk replaced by a bonded sidewalk contractor and that the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company shall present to the City officials an instrument signed by the adjacent property owners stating that the repairs made to said sidewalk are satisfactory to them. THAT the work and laying of said conduits, including the excavation of the streets and the restoration and maintenance of said streets, curbs, walks and lawns after said conduits have been laid, shall be under the supervision and direction of the City Manager. The above resolution was adopted by the following vote: Ayes, Mayor McFadden, Councilmen Mueller, Pannell, and Steck, 4; nays, none, Councilman Reed absent. Mayor McFadden laid before the Council the following: Adam R. Johnson, City Manager, City of Austin, Texas. Dear Sir: Subject: Breckenridge Hospital "Austin, Texas, June 25,1928 We herein make application for permit to install one (1) 2000 Gallon 011 Storage Tank underground outside of building, same to be installed in accordance with all city regulations. Yours truly, J. O. ANDREWARTHA CO., By (Sgd) J. O. Andrewartha. " "To the Hon. Mayor and City Council, Gentlemen: We, your committee on the application of J. O. Andrewartha Company, who request permit to install an underground fuel-oil storage tank on premises located at Brackenridge Hospital, make the following report: We, the committee recommend that this permit be granted subject to the following conditions: (1) That oil storage tank shall be located inside of the property line. (2) That oil storage tank shall be of an approved type, e, and shall bear the label of the Underwriters Laboratories. That tank shall be installed, and all connec477 478 tions thereto shall be made in accordance with regulations governing such fuel oil installations, and subject to the approval of the City Plumbing Inspector. (3) That top of tank shall be at least three (3) feet below grade level, that all pipes connecting tank with oil burning equipment shall be at least eighteen (18) inches below grade level. That there shall be at least six (6) inches of concrete over tank. That where tanks are located inside of buildings, said tanks shall be installed below the basement level, and shall be installed the same as tanks located outside of buildings. (4) That filler pipe to tank shall terminate in a concrete or metal filler box, with top, filler pipe to be equipped with screw cap and lock. (5) That there shall be a vent pipe from tank that shall terminate not less than 12 feet above grade level and at least 3 feet from any wall opening, vent pipe to terminate with a goose-neck connection. (6) That tank shall be used only for storage of fuel oil. (7) That all piping and equipment used in connection with oil burners shall be kept in proper repair at all times. (8). That permit shall be granted, subject to the above conditions, and that the present and future rules, regulations and ordinances of the City of Austin, Texas, applying to or regulating the installation of fuel oil storage tanks and their equipment, and said permission shall be held to be granted and accepted subject to alli necessary, reasonable and proper present, future regulations and ordinances of the City of Austin, Texas, in the enforcement of proper fire regulations; and the right of revocation is retained if, after hearing, it is found by the City Council that the said J. O. Andrewartha Company has failed and refused and willcontinue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. CITY SAFETY COMMITTEE (Sgd) J. E. Woody, Fire Chief. Robt. Rockwood, Fire Marsnal. Orin E. Metcalfe, City Engineer." Councilman Mueller moved that permit be granted, subject to the above recommendations of the Safety Committee. Motion was seconded by Councilman Pannell, and same prevailed by the following vote: Ayes, Mayor McFadden, Councilmen Mueller, Pannell, and Steck, 4; nays, none, Councilman Reed absent. Mayor McFadden laid before the Council the following: Adam R. Johnson, City Manager, Oity of Austin, Texas. "Austin, Texas, June 25, 1928. Subject: Central Christian Church.. Dear Sir: We herein make application for permit to install one (1) 1500 Gallon Oil Storage Tank underground, same to be installed in accordance with all city regulations. Yours truly, J. O. ANDREWARTHA CO., By (Sgd) J. O. Andrewartha. " "To the Hon. Mayor and City Council, Gentlemen: We, your committee on the application of J. O. Andrewartha Company, who request permit to install an underground fuel-oil storage tank on premises located at Central Christian Church, make the following report: We, the committee, recommend that this permit be granted, subject to the following conditions: (1) That oil storage tank shall be located inside of the property line. (2) That oil storage tank shall be of an approved type, and shall bear the label of the Underwriters Laboratories. That tank shall be installed, and all connections thereto shall be made in accordance with regulations governing such fuel oil installations, and subject to the approval of the City Plumbing Inspector. (3) That top of tank shall be at least three (3) feet below grade level, that all pipes connecting tank with oil burning equipment shall be at least eighteen (18) inches below grade level. That there snall be at least six (6) inches of concrete over tank. That where tanks are located inside of buildings, said tanks shall be installed below the basement level, and shall be installed the same as tanks located outside of buildings. 10. 7 אייי (4) That filler pipe to tank shall terminate in a concrete or metal filler box, with top, filler pipe to be equipped with screw cap and lock. (5) That there shall be a vent pipe from tank that shall terminate not less than 12 feet above grade level, and at least 3 feet from any wall opening, vent pipe to terminate with a goose-neck connection. (6) That tank shall be used only for storage of fuel oil. (7) That all piping and equipment used in connection with oil burners shall be kept in proper repair at all times. (8) That permit shall be granted, subject to the above conditions, and that the present and future rules, regulations and ordinances of the City of Austin, Texas, applying to or regulating the installation of fuel oil storage tanks and their equipment, and said permission shall be held to be granted and accepted subject to all necessary, reasonable and proper present, future regulations and ordinances of the City of Austin, Texas, in the enforcement of proper fire regulations; and the right of revocation is retained, if, after hearing, it is found by the City Council that the said J. O. Andrewartha Company has failed and refused, and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. CITY SAFETY COMMITTEE, (Sgd) J. E. Woody, Fire Chief. Robt. Rockwood, Fire Marshal. Orin E. Metcalfe, City Engineer. " Mayor McFadden moved that permit be granted to said J. O. Andrewartha Company, subject to the above recommendations of the Safety Committee. Motion was seconded by Councilman Mueller, and same prevailed by the following vote: Ayes, Mayor McFadden, Councilmen Mueller, Pannell, and Steck, 4; nays, none, Councilman Reed absent. Councilman Mueller moved that the Council recess, subject to call of the Mayor. Motion was seconded by Councilman Steck, and same prevailed by the following vote: Ayes, Mayor McFadden, Councilmen Mueller, Pannell, and Steck, 4; nays, none, Councilman Reed absent. The Council then recessed. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL: Approved IWM Faddent Mayor. Austin, Texas, July 5,1928. Roll call showed the follow- The meeting was called to order by the Mayor. ing members present: Mayor McFadden, Councilmen Mueller, Pannell, and Steck, 4; absent, Councilman Reed. The Minutes of the last meeting were read, and Councilman Pannell moved the adoption of same. Motion was seconded by Councilman Mueller, and same prevailed by the following vote: Ayes, Mayor McFadden, Councilmen Mueller, Pannell, and Steck, 4; nays, none, Councilman Reed absent. Councilman Reed entered the Council Chamber. 479