4 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Regular Meeting June 10, 1948 10:30 Α.Μ. Council Chamber, City Hall 493 The meeting was called to order, with Mayor Miller presiding. Roll call Present: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller; Absent : None Present also: Guiton Morgan, City Manager; J. E. Motheral, Director of Public Works; Trueman E. O'Quinn, City Attorney; and R. D. Thorp, Chief of Police. The reading of the Minutes was dispensed with. Lyle Hamner, on behalf of the Austin Radio Amateur Club, extended an invitation to the City Council to attend their annual Field Day event on the parade grounds at Camp Mabry on Saturday afternoon and all day Sunday, and asked that the City Council open the event at 4:00 P. Μ., Saturday, June 12; the purpose of the event being for the testing and operating of emergency communications receiving and transmitting equipment which may be used in case of failure or overloading of normal wire communications due to disaster from any cause. Wm. Lawlor, Jr., Vice President and General Manager of the Texas Public Service Company, submitted the following request in writing: "Austin, Texas June 8, 1948 Mayor Tom Miller and Members of the City Council City of Austin Austin, Texas Dear Sirs: We respectfully request an extension of our present franchise. Necessary extensions and improvements to our system to take care 414 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 494 of unprecedented, unusual and remarkable demands in our territory require that we issue bonds of the company in the sum of $750,000.00. Of this amount approximately $500,000.00 will be spent in Austin. In order to meet the requirements of the bond purchasers, it is necessary that we have a new franchise extending the period twenty-five years beyond the present termination date of November 30, 1952. We have caused such a franchise ordinance to be drawn, conforming as nearly as possible or practical to the present, and have submitted copies to the City Attorney and the Director of Public Utilities for their examination and study. We believe they will report that the new franchise conforms substantially to the old; except we propose to pay 2% tax on our gross receipts, rather than 12% plus $1250.00 per year as provided in the present franchise. During the first year, the City will thereby receive approximately nine thousand dollars per year more than under the present ordinance. As the gross receipts increase, the City's percentage would increase. Time is of great importance because, as you perhaps know, we need this money urgently to make the extensions and improvements mentioned at the beginning of this letter. Very truly yours, (Sgd) Wm. Lawlor, Jr., Vice President and General Manager. Councilman Bartholomew moved that an ordinance covering the above matter be presented to the City Council at its next regular meeting. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None A petition from property owners on West 392 Street between Alice Avenue and Shoal Creek, asking for the widening of said street; and oral request of A. D. Rowland for the widening and sprinkling of said street and the removal of a telephone pole at his driveway were submitted. The City Manager reported that the workwould cost an estimated $9000.00, and. was necessary, but could not be done this year unless it were substituted for some other work provided for in the budget. The matter was referred to the City Manager and the Director of Public Works to see if part of it, at least, could be done this year. Councilman Bartholomew introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE PERPETUALLY VACATING AND CLOSING CERTAIN PORTIONS OF RALEIGH STREET IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; AND SUSPENDING THE ORDINANCE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF AN ORDINANCE ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Bartholomew moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance be passed to its tt 419 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 485 second reading. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Bartholomew moved that the rule be further suspended and the ordinance be passed to its third reading. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Bartholomew moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. The application of Edd Whited for change in zoning, from "A" Residence District to #C# Commercial District, of Lot 98, Outlot 63, Division B, Glen Oaks, was received. Councilman Johnson moved that the matter be referred to the Board of Adjustment for consideration and recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None The application of Margaret D. Okie for change in zoning, from A Residence District to #C-1f Commercial District, of property described as beginning at the northwest corner of Fredericksburg Road and Treadwell Street; thence north 207.67; thence west 174.56'; thence south 201.73; thence east 157.42 to the point of beginning, was received. Councilman Johnson moved that the matter be referred to the Board of Adjustment for consideration and recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None Pursuant to published notice thereof, the public hearing on the application of Mrs. Annie Laurie Ewing to amend the Zoning Ordinance in the following particulars: To amend the USE designation of the following described property so as to change the same from "A" Residence District to "B-1 Residence District, tomwit: Lots 1 and 2, Block 2, Outlot 69, Byrne Subdivision, being located at the northwest corner of Rio Grande and-West 28 Streets, in the City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, was duly opened. The following appeared for the change: Mrs. Annie Laurie Ewing, Those appearing against the change : None CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 496 Thereupon Councilman Bartholomew moved that the recommendations of the Board of Adjustment be sustained and the change be granted; and the City Attorney be instructed to prepare the ordinance. carried by the following vote: The motion Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None Pursuant to published notice thereof, the public hearing on the application of Central Freight Lines, Inc., by G. E. Warren, to amend the Zoning Ordinance in the following particulars: To amend the USE designation of the following described property so as to change the same from "A" Residence District to Industrial District: That portion now zoned "A" Residence District of Lots 5, 6, and 8, and all of Lot 7, Siegmund Addition, Outlot 40, Division "A", and being located north of the railroad track between Gunter Street and Springdale Road, in the City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, was duly opened. Loney. Those appearing for the change were: G. E. Warren and Mrs. Catherine Those appearing against the change were: C. Hanson, also represent… ing Onah Jacks, who opposed the change on account of increased traffic hazard on these narrow streets. Following a discussion of the matter, Councilman Glass moved that the change be granted for that portion of Lots 5 and 6 now zoned "A Residence, and all of Lot 7, conditioned upon the owners thereof giving right of way for widening Springdale Road and Gunter Street, as follows: 10 feet on Gunter Street and 20 feet on Springdale Road by Central Freight Lines; and 10 feet on Gunter Street by Mrs. Catherine Loney; and instructed the City Attorney to prepare the ordinance accordingly. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None Councilman Glass introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THAT CERTAIN ORDINANCE ENTITLED: "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING TRAFFIC UPON THE PUBLIC STREETS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN; PRESCRIBING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION OF SAME; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY", WHICH ORDINANCE WAS PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN MAY 6, 1937, AND IS RECORDED IN BOOK "K", PAGES 159-179, INCLUSIVE, OF THE ORDINANCE RECORDS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, BY AMENDING SECTIONS 21(b), 22(e), 22(f), 23(d), and 26(a). OF ARTICLE IV, RELATING RESPECTIVELY TO NO-PARKING, 411 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 497 ONE HOUR PARKING, TWO-HOUR PARKING, LOADING ZONE, AND ANGLE PARKING LOCATIONS; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Glass moved that the ordinance be passed to its second reading and laid over. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None The ordinance was then laid over to the next regular meeting. Councilman Johnson introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THAT CERTAIN ORDINANCE PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS, JULY 17, 1941, AND RECORDED IN ORDINANCE BOOK "L", PAGES 152-174, INCLUSIVE, OF THE ORDINANCE RECORDS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, WHICH ORDINANCE WAS AMENDATORY OF THAT CERTAIN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING ZONING REGULATIONS AND DISTRICTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 23, 1931, AND RECORDED IN ORDINANCE BOOK "I", PAGES 301-318, INCLUSIVE, OF THE ORDINANCE RECORDS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, THE AMENDATORY ORDINANCE HEREBY CHANGING THE USE DESIGNATION FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT AND FIRST HEIGHT AND AREA DISTRICT TO "C" COMMERCIAL DISTRICT AND FIRST HEIGHT AND AREA DISTRICT ON CERTAIN LOTS OUT OF BLOCKS A, B, C, D, I, H, G, AND F, ALL IN PLAZA PLACE, IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; ORDERING A CHANGE IN THE USE MAPS SO AS TO RECORD THE CHANGES HEREBY ORDERED; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Johnson moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance be passed to its second reading. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Johnson moved that the rule be further suspended and the ordinance be passed to its third reading. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Johnson moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None The Mayor then announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. 47. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 498 Councilman Bartholomew offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, Texas Public Service Company has presented to the City Council tentative maps or plans showing the proposed construction of its gas mains 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 Texas Public Service Company be and the same is hereby permitted to lay and construct its gas mains in and upon the following streets: (1) A gas main in NORTH LOOP BOULEVARD, from Avenue F westerly 162 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 7 feet south of and parallel to the north property line of said North Loop Boulevard. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2 feet. (2) A gas main in ASHBY AVENUE, from a point 33 feet west of Burford Street westerly 107 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 7½ feet south of and parallel to the north property line of said Ashby Avenue. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 20 feet. (3) A gas main in EAST 53½ STREET, FROM a point 204 feet west of Bennett Avenue westerly 52 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 7 feet south of and parallel to the north property line of said East 53號 Street. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2½ feet. (4) A gas main in THERESA AVENUE, from a point 11 feet south of West 7th Street southerly 363 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 7 feet west of and parallel to the east property line of said Theresa Avenue. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2 feet. (5) A gas main in WATCHHILL ROAD, from Newfield Lane to Hartford Road, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6 feet south of and parallel to the north property line of said Watchhill Road. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 20 feet. 417 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS (6) A gas main in HARTFORD ROAD from Watchhill Road northerly 796 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6 feet east of and parallel to the west property line of said Harrford Road. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of notless than 22 feet. (7) A gas main in BREEZE TERRACE, of East 32nd Street northerly of which gas main shall be 7 to the east property line of from a point 80 feet north 112 feet, the centerline feet west of and parallel said Breeze Terrace. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2 feet. (8) A gas main in EAST 32ND STREET, from a point 178 feet east of Breeze Terrace easterly 132 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 7 feet south of and parallel to the north property line of said East 32nd Street. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of notless than 2 feet. (9) A gas main in HACKBERRY STREET, from a point 136 feet west of San Bernard Street westerly 77 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 24 feet north of and parallel to the south property line of said Hackberry Street. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 20 feet. (10) A gas main in CLEARVIEW DRIVE, from a point 235 feet west of Exposition Boulevard easterly 166 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be ? feet south of and parallel to the north property line of said Clearview Drive. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2 feet. 499 The Texas Public Service Company is hereby put upon notice that the City of Austin does not guarantee that the space assigned above is clear from other underground utilities, but is based upon the best records we have at hand, and that the minimum depth stated does not have any reference to the fact that greater depths may not be required at special points. When the Texas Public Service Company requires definite information upon the ground as to elevations or working points from which to base the location of their assignments, they shall apply to the Department of Public Works not less than three (3) days before such information is required. The Texas Public Service Company is further put upon notice that they will be required to bear the expense of repairs or replacement of any underground utility damaged during the construction of lines named in this resolution. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 500 And that whenever pavement is cut in the vicinity of a fire plug, water must be used at intervals during the course of backfilling of the ditches. That the work and laying of said gas mains, including the excavation in the streets and the restoration and maintenance of said streets after said mains have been laid, shall be under the supervision and direction of the City Manager, and under all pertinent terms and conditions of the certain franchise granted to said Company by the City of Austin. Which motion, carrying with it the adoption of the resolution, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None Councilman Bartholomew offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, T. A. Webb is the Contractor for the alteration of a building located at 112 East 6th Street and desires a portion of the sidewalk and street space abutting Lot 1, Block 69, of the Original City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, during the alteration of the building, such space to be used in the work and for the storage of materials therefor; therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: 1. THAT space for the uses hereinabove enumerated be granted to said T. A. Webb, the boundary of which is described as follows: 2. Sidewalk and Street Working Space Beginning at the north line of the above described property; thence in a southerly direction and at right angles to the centerline of East 6th Street to a point 5 feet north of the north curb line; thence in a westerly direction and parallel with the centerline of East 6th Street approximately 14 feet to a point; thence in a northerly direction and at right angles to the centerline of Fast 6th Street to the north line of the above described property. THAT the above privileges and allotment of space are granted to the said T. A. Webb, hereinafter termed Contractor", upon the following express terms and conditions: (1) That the Contractor shall erect within the above described working space a solid fence built of not less than one-inch material and at least 8 feet in height (or extending from the sidewalk to the underside of the present awning) substantially braced and anchored and to maintain same in good condition at all times while the work is in progress. The Contractor will be permitted to put a door in the barricade that will either open in or slide parallel to the barricades, and at all times that CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 501 material is being delivered or taken away from the building, a watchman shall be provided to warn pedestrians of approaching danger. The Contractor will also be permitted to use one parking meter space immediately in front of the entrance in the barricade for the delivery or removal of materials during construction work. (2) Thạt no vehicles in loading or unloading material at the working space shall park on any part of the street outside of the allotted working space. (3) That the Contractor shall in no way obstruct any fire plugs or other public utilities in the construction of such barricades. (4) That provisions shall be made for the normal flow of all storm waters in the gutter, and the Contractor will be responsible for any damage done due to obstruction of any such storm water. (5) That the Contractor shall place on the outside corners of any walkway, barricades or obstructions, red lights during all periods of darkness and provide lighting system for all tunnels. (6) That the Contractor shall remove all fences, barricades, loose materials, and other obstructions on the sidewalk and street immediately after the necessity for their existence on said sidewalk or street has ceased, such time to be determined by the City Manager, and in any event, all such sidewalk barricades, materials, equipment, and other obstructions shall be removed not later than July 15, 1948. (7) That the City reserves the right to revoke at any time any and all the privileges herein granted, or to require the erection or installation of additional barriers or safeguards if the conditions demand it. (8) That the use and enjoyment of the spaces herein granted shall not be exclusive as against public needs, and the City, in making such grant, reserves the right to enter and occupy any part or all of said space any time with its public utilities, or for other necessary public purposes. (9) That any public utility, or public or private property, disturbed or injured as a result of any of the activities necessary for the com- pletion of the construction work for said building projects, whether done by the Contractor, City forces, or public utilities, shall be replaced or repaired at the Contractor's expense. (10) That the Contractor shall furnish the City of Austin a surety bond in the sum of Five Thousand Dollars ($5000.00), which shall protect, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Austin from any claim for damages to any person or property that may accrue to or be brought by any person by reason of the exercise or abuse of the privileges granted the Contractor by the City of Austin, and shall guarantee the replacement of all sidewalks, pavement, and all other public property and public utilities disturbed or removed during the construction work, and shall further guarantee the construction of a walkway and other safeguards during the occupancy of the space. Which motion, carrying with it the adoption of the resolution, carried by the following vote: CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 502 Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None The application of RAYMOND DELANCEY, 1110 South 5th Street, for a license to operate as a taxicab a 4-door Ford Sedan, 1941 Model, Motor No. 18-6576734, State License No. JE-1114, duly approved by the City Manager, was submitted. Councilman Glass moved that the license be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None The application of GUY BURCH HOOKER, Roberts Hall, for a taxicab driver's permit, duly approved by the City Manager, was submitted. Councilman Glass moved that the license be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None The application of ROY MARZIL HAYNES, Squadron B, Bergstrom Field, for a taxicab driver's permit, duly approved by the City Manager, was submitted. Councilman Glass moved that the license be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None The application of HERALD WILLIE LINA, 4301 Red River Street, for a taxicab driver's permit, duly approved by the City Manager, was submitted. Councilman Glass moved that the permit be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None The application of ROBERT LAWRENCE ODIORNE, 2214 East Ist Street, for a taxicab driver's permit, duly approved by the City Manager, was submitted. Councilman Glass moved that the permit be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None The application of PEDRO L. VALDEZ, 2323 Rosewood Avenue, for a taxicab driver's permit, duly approved by the City Manager, was submitted. Councilman Glass moved that the permit be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None The appeal of LONNIE H. VAN ZANDT, Colored, 1208 East 12th Street, on his application for a taxicab driver's permit, recommended for denial, was heard. After considering the facts in the case, Councilman Glass moved that appellant be granted a 90-day probationary taxicab driver's permit. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None Councilman Bartholomew moved that, upon the recommendation of the Chief of Police, the taxicab driver's permit issued to ALFRED R. LOVELL, CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 503 being Permit No. 366, be revoked. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None The application of EL JALISCO CAFE, by Zacarias Arriage, 1405 East 6th Street, for a wine and beer license, duly approved by the City Manager, was submitted. Councilman Glass moved that the license be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None The following report of the Board of Adjustment was received: "ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AUSTIN, TEXAS ZONING CHANGE RECOMMENDATION • I. II. Applicant: Henry Wendlandt Referred to the Board by the City Council on: May 27, 1948. Property affected: The north 150 feet of 2.61 acres, Outlot 59, Division "B", being located on the south side of East 12th Street opposite and east of Singleton Avenue. III. To be changed IV. V. VI. From: "A Residence District and First Height and Area District To : #C# Commercial District and First Height and Area District Considered by the Board on : June 8, 1948 Parties appearing: For : Henry Wendlandt and Ted Wendlandt Against: None. Hugh Collins and Newton Collins appeared and did not object to a grocery store or other retail business but would object to alcoholic beverages being sold on the premises. Action of the Board : Change not recommended. For the following reasons: This property is a small tract, 58'x150, located in the center of residential property, and the request for a change is made to permit the applicant to sell the property for the construction and operation of a grocery store. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 504 An examination of the zoning maps discloses the fact that there are designated commercial areas within a few blocks of this property to serve the needs of this community. The Board deemed that this change would be a spot zone for the benefit of the property owner and not in response to any public demand or necessity, and that the size of the property would not permit the development of a community center to serve this neighborhood. (Sgd) H. F. Kuehne Chairman. ฝ Councilman Bartholomew moved that a public hearing on the foregoing change in zoning be called for Thursday, July 1, 1948, at 11:00 A. M. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None The following report of the Board of Adjustment was received: ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AUSTIN, TEXAS ZONING CHANGE RECOMMENDATION I. Applicant: Walter Tips Co., by Dan F. Searight. Referred to the Board by the City Council on: May 27, 1948 II. Property affected: A tract of land bounded on the north by East 7th Street, on the south by Hidalgo Street, on the west by Calles Street, and on the east by Pleasant Valley Road. III. To be changed From: "A" Residence District and First Height and Area District To : # Industrial and Third Height and Area District IV. Considered by the Board on: June 8, 1948 V. Parties appearing: For : Dan F. Searight Against: None VI. Action of the Board : Change recommended For the following reasons: This property is located in a section of the City in which industrial development is encouraged and in which a large area was CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 505 recently zoned for this purpose, and is surrounded on two sides by this type of zoning, there being a small area on the west between this and another industrial zone. The Board deemed that this change should be made as an extension of the existing industrial district, thereby eliminating most of the remaining residential property between the two industrial districts. (Sgd) H. F. Kuehne Chairman. 11 Councilman Bartholomew moved that a public hearing on the foregoing change in zoning be called for Thursday, July 1, 1948, at 11:00 A. M. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None The following report of the Board of Adjustment was received: #ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AUSTIN, TEXAS ZONING CHANGE RECOMMENDATION. I. II. Applicant: J. C. Powell Referred to the Board by the City Council on : May 27, 1948 Property affected: All of Lot 3, Decker League, being a tract located south of the Colorado River between Lamar Boulevard and Fredericksburg Road and north of the D. C. Bradford tract, except the southeast 75x225 as shown on the attached plat. III. To be changed 7 From: A Residence District and First Height and Area District IV. To : Cd Commercial District and First Height and Area District Considered by the Board on : June 8, 1948. V. Parties appearing: For : None Against: None VI. Action of the Board : Change recommended For the following reasons: This property is located on the east side of South Lamar Boulevard in the area between Barton Springs Road and the Colorado River and مان CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 506 is the only property on this side of the Boulevard remaining in a residential district, the remainder of the property being designated as "C-1 Commercial District and developed for commercial uses. The applicant is requesting that the portion of this property on which his home is located be retained in a residential district but that the remainder of the tract be designated as commercial. The Board deemed that the change would be an extension of an existing commercial zone in an area which is definitely not suitable for residential development, and the property should be given a commercial designation in harmony with adjacent property. (Sgd.) H. F. Kuehne Chairman. 11 Councilman Bartholomew moved that a public hearing on the foregoing change in zoning be called for Thursday, July 1, 1948, at 11:00 A. M. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None Action on the application of W. W. Patterson and Lem Scarbrough for a change in zoning, from "A" Residence District to "C" Commercial District, of property located on the west side of Duval Street north and south of East 51st Street, which was deferred at the last regular meeting, was again deferred to the next regular meeting. The following applications for private boat licenses, duly approved by the Navigation Board, were submitted: Owner Description Case, Edward M., Jr.-2806 North 1946 Model, Chrysler Guadalupe St. Chris Craft, Runabout, 6-passenger Enders, John C.-907 East 53rd Street Home-made, Outboard, 1946 Locke, Roy L.-4101 Avenue F Model, 4-passenger Dumphey, Runabout, 1947 Model, Johnson, 6-passenger Councilman Johnson moved that the licenses be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None The City Council then took up for consideration, the following written appeals of taxpayers from the action of the Board of Equalization for the year 1947; and after due consideration of such appeals, it was moved by Councilman Bartholomew that the following disposition of same be made, and the Tax Assessor and Collector be directed to change his CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 507 rolls accordingly: L. D. TOWNSEND: Lot 67, Woodlawn Subdivision reduced from $3110.00 to $2370.00; no change be made in valuation of the land. - improvements be MRS. BARL BUSE: Lot 8, Block 2, Outlot 77, Division ADH, Lake View Addition - no change be made in the valuation of the land or improvements. MRS. MARY CARLISLE: The south 58 feet of Lot 24, Outlot 22, Division HD, Horst Addition - no change be made in the valuation of the land or improvements. GEO. B. ADAMSON: - EUGENE L. MEYER: 76.07x169.65 feet of Outlot 48, Division #A improvements be reduced from $2760.00 to $2490.00; no change be made in the valuation of the land. Lot 2, and 69x138 feet of the northeast 1/4 of Lot 3, Outlot 39, Division "d, Unplatted - no change be made in the valuation of the land or improvements. SOUTHLAND CORPORATION:Lots 1 and 2, Block 115, Original City - the valua J. B. PERRY : WILLIAM J.R.KING: tion of the land be reduced from $8400.00 to $7870.00; no change be made in the valuation of the improvements. Lot 3, Block 115, Original City - the valuation of the land be reduced from $1860.00 to $1330.00; no change be made in the valuation of the improvements. Lot 4, Block 115, Original City - the valuation of the land be reduced from $1860.00 to $1330.00; no change be made in the valuation of the improvements. Lot 1, Outlot 3, Division "Z", Brooks & Shelley Ad- dition the valuation of the improvements be reduced from $6500.00 to $6380.00; no change be made in the valuation of the land. Lot 2, Block 3, Edgemont Addition - no change be made in the valuation of the land or improvements. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bartholomew, Glass, Johnson, Mayor Miller Noes: None Upon motion, seconded and carried, the meeting was then recessed, subject to call of the Mayor. Attest: Hallie Mi Hell CITY CLERK Jom Milla. Approved: MAYOR