138 138 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Regular Meeting February 26, 1953 10:00 Α.Μ. Council Chamber, City Hall The meeting was called to arder with Mayor Drake presiding. Roll Call: Present: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Absent: None Present also: W. E. Seaholm, City Manager; W. T. Williams, Jr., City Attorney; C. G. Levander, Director of Public Works. Councilman White moved that the Minutes of the previous meeting be approved. The motion, seconded by Councilman MacCorkle, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None Present, but not voting: Councilman Johnson MR. B. N. GAFFORD appealed to the Council to give him permission to build his property line out even with the Marion Fowler's line, as the lake is down now. The City Manager stated the aerial survey had been started, but not completed; however, Mr. Gafford could be given a definite line now, and he can pro- ceed. The lake will be down until March 15th, and Mr. Gafford could begin next week. The Mayor announced that the City Manager had sent a report on ABEL THERIOT'S WATER COMPLAINT made last week, and that Mr. Theriot had been furnished a copy. In accordance with published notice thereof, promptly at 10:00 o'clock A.Μ. Mayor Drake announced that the time for submitting bids on the purchase of City of Austin General Obligation Bonds, series 1953, in the amount of $5,508,000.00 had expired, and that the City Council would proceed with the opening of said bids. Bids were then opened and read as follows: 139 139 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS NAME OF BIDDER CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS TABULATION OF BIDS RECEIVED ON $5,508,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS SERIES NOMINAL FEBRUARY 26, 1953 INTEREST PRINCIPAL INTEREST RATE COSTS 1. BANKERS TRUST CO., NEW YORK 3 The First National Bank of the... City of N.Y. Harris Trust & Savings Bank Smith Barney & Co. Kuhn, Loeb & Co. Goldman, Sachs & Co. Estabrook & Co. The Milwaukee Company Freeman & Company Dempsey-Tegeler & Co. James C. Tucker & Co., Inc. 2. HALSEY, STUART & CO., INC.NEW YORK 1953 PREMIUM OFFERED NET INTEREST COSTS EFFECTIVE INTEREST RATE % $1,548,000.00 $198,585.00 2 1/2% 1,760,000.00 518,833.33 23/4% 2,200,000.00 1,257,895.83 2,478.60 1,972,835.56 3% Union Securities Corporation 2 1/2% Chemical Bank & Trust Co. 23/4% Kidder, Peabody & Co. Blair, Rollins & Co., Inc. Equitable Securities Corporation Hornblower & Weeks Coffin & Burr, Inc. A. G. Becker & Co., Inc. 1,548,000.00 198,585.00 1,760,000.00 518,833,33 2,200,000.00 1,257,895.83 2,203.20 1,973,110.96 2.69828 % 2.69865 % R. S. Dickson & Co., Inc. The First National Bank of Memphis King, Quirk & Co., Inc. Andrews & Wells, Inc. National State Bank, Newark Watling, Lerchen & Co. The Fort Worth National Bank Henry-Seay Company CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS TABULATION OF BIDS RECEIVED ON $5,508,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS SERIES - 1953 FEBRUARY 26, 1953 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS NAME OF BIDDER NOMINAL INTEREST PRINCIPAL RATE NET INTEREST PREMIUM COSTS OFFERED INTEREST COSTS EFFECTIVE INTEREST RATE 3. C. J. DEVINE & CO., & ASSOCIATES 2 % 4. NATIONAL CITY BANK, NEW YORK & ASSOCIATES 3% 1,768,000.00 2 1/2% 1,100,000.00 23/4% 2,640,000.00 1,436,875.00 2 1/2% 23/4% $ 228,000.00 $ 880,000.00 4,400,000.00 5,890.00 $ 83,416.67 $ 1,910,791.66 592.40 1,999,505.93 2.73475976% 253,310.00 310,520.83 1,101.60 1,999,604.23 2.7348 % 5. THE NORTHERN TRUST CO., & ASSOCIATES 2 3/4% 2,648,000.00 493,359.16 2 1/2% 220,000.00 73,104.17 23/4% 2,640,000.00 1,436,875.00 265.00 2,003,073.33 2.7396 % 6. LEHMAN BROTHERS & ASSOCIATES 3 21/2% % 2,208,000.00 2,880,000.00 23/4% 2,420,000.00 1,350,410.41 382,560.00 281,416.67 1,927.80 2,012,459.28 2.7525 % 7. THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK, 2 1/2% 2,648,000.00 448,508.33 CHICAGO, AND ASSOCIATES 2 3/4% 880,000.00 357,958.33 3 % 1,980,000.00 1,264,725.00 7,177.00 2,064,014.66 2.822989% 140 140 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 1441 141 Each of the above and foregoing bids was accompanied by a certified check or cashier's check in the amount of $110,160.00. Whereupon the bids were referred to the Finance Director for tabulation and report. The City Manager submitted the following report: "MEMORANDUM "то: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL "February 26, 1953 "FROM: W. E. SEAHOLM, CITY MANAGER "SUBJECT: OPENING OF BIDS FOR $5,508,000 CITY OF AUSTIN GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS "Bids have been tabulated and checked on the $5,508,000 City of Austin General Obligation Bonds issue. The syndicate headed by BANKERS' TRUST COMPANY, NEW YORK, was low with an effective interest rate of 2.69828 per cent. We, therefore, recommend that their bid be accepted. tion: "(Sgd) W. E Seaholm City Manager (Sgd) J. D. Huffman, Jr. Director of Finance" Councilman Johnson offered the following resolution and moved its adop(RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, Bankers Trust Company and Associates, acting by and through their duly authorized agent and representative, R. E. Whitlock, this day submitted to the City Council the following proposal: February 26, 1953 TO THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF AUSTIN AUSTIN, TEXAS GENTLEMEN: In accordance with the Noticeof Sale and your Prospectus dated January 26, 1953, we will pay par and accrued interest from March 16, 1953, to the date of delivery plus a cash premium of $2,478.60. FOR BONDS MATURING COUPON RATE July 1, 1954 through July 1, 1960 3 July 1, 1961 through July 1, 1968 July 1, 1969 through July 1, 1978 % 2-1/2% 2-3/4% INTEREST COST $ 198,585.00 $ 518,833.33 $119957,895.83 142 142 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Total interest cost from March 16, 1953 to final maturity under this bid Less: Cash premium bid Net interest cost Effective interest rate $1,975,314.16 $ 2,478.60 $1,972,835.56 2.69828% No bond shall be optional for redemption prior to maturity. This bid is based upon the information as to date of issue, principal. maturities, delivery, place of payment, etc. as contained in your official Notice of Sale and in the "SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION" dated January 26, 1953, issued by you. Specific reference is made to your statement that delivery of the bonds will be made at a local Bank of the City of Austin, at Austin, Texas as designated by the purchaser immediately after approval by the Attorney General of the State of Texas, Registration by the Comptroller of the State of Texas, and approval by Messrs. Wood, King and Dawson, Attorneys, New York City. It is estimated that delivery will be not later than March 26, 1953. Attached hereto is a Cashier's Check in the amount of $110,160 which is to be retained by you if are awarded the bonds on this bid. You are to apply the check on the purchase price of the bonds when final delivery is made. In the event we fail or refuse to pay for the Bonds, you are to cash the check as full and complete liquidated damages. In the event the bonds are not awarded to us, the check is to be returned to us immediately. Respectfully submitted: Bankers Trust Company The First National Bank of the and, City of New York Harris Trust & Savings Bank Smith Barney & Co. Kuhn, Loeb & Co. Goldman, Sachs & Co. Estabrook & Co. The Milwaukee Company Freeman & Company Dempsey-Tegler & Co. James C. Tucker & Co., Inc. By... Bankers Trust Company /s/ R. E. Whitlock Authorized Representative of above firm or Syndicate WHEREAS, the said bid and proposal of Bankers Trust Company and Associates, was the most advantageous bid submitted to the City Council for the purpose of the aforesaid bonds; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That said proposal of Bankers Trust Company and Associates to purchase $5,500,000.00 City of Austin General Obligation Bonds as per the City's Notice of Sale and Prospectus dated January 26, 1953, at the price and upon the terms CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 143 143 of said proposal be and the same is hereby accepted and Bankers Trust Company and Associates be awarded the sale of said bonds; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the City Manager be and he is hereby authorized and directed to sell to Bankers Trust Company and Associates the $5,508,000.00 of General Obligation Bonds of the City of Austin as per the City's Notice of Sale and Prospectus dated January 26, 1953, at par and accrued interest from March 16, 1953, to date of delivery plus a cash premium of $2,478.60 according to the terms of said bid hereinbefore set out. The motion, seconded by Councilman MacCorkle, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None Mayor Drake introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS, TO THE AMOUNT OF ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($100,000.00) FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONSTRUCTION, IMPROVING AND REPAIRING FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY BUILDINGS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, AND FOR ACQUIRING NECESSARY LANDS AND EQUIPMENT THEREFOR; PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT OF SAID BONDS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman MacCorkle moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman MacCorkle moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman MacCorkle moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Brake Noes: None The Mayor announced the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Drake introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS, TO THE AMOUNT OF TWO HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($200,000.00) FOR CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 144 144 THE PURPOSE OF CONSTRUCTING AND IMPROVING PUBLIC PARKS AND PUBLIC PLAYGROUNDS, AND FOR CONSTRUCTING, IMPROVING AND REPAIRING BUILDINGS AND OTHER RECREATION FACILITIES OF SAID PARKS AND PLAYGROUNDS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, AND FOR ACQUIRING NECESSARY LANDS AND EQUIPMENT THEREFOR; PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT OF SAID BONDS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Johnson moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Johnson moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Johnson moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the Bollowing vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Drake introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS, TO THE AMOUNT OF TWO MILLION DOLLARS ($2,000,000.00) FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONSTRUCTING, IMPROVING AND REPAIRING PUBLIC FREE SCHOOL BUILDINGS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, AND FAR ACQUIRING NECESSARY LANDS AND EQUIPMENT FOR SAID SCHOOLS; PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT OF SAID BONDS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman White moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman White moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 145 145 The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman White moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Drake introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS, TO THE AMOUNT OF EIGHT HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($850,000.00) FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONSTRUCTING AND IMPROVING EXTENSIONS, ADDITIONS, AND BETTERMENTS TO THE SANITARY SEWERS AND SEWER DISPOSAL PLANTS OF THE SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN AND FOR ACQUIRING NECESSARY LANDS AND EQUIPMENT FOR SAID SYSTEM; PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT OF SAID BONDS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman MacCorkle moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman MacCorkle moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman MacCorkle moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Drake introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS, TO THE AMOUNT OF ONE MILLION FIFTY-EIGHT THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,058, 000.00) FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONSTRUCTING AND CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 146 146 IMPROVING EXTENSIONS, ADDITIONS, AND BETTERMENTS TO THE WATER WORKS AND SYSTEM OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN AND FOR ACQUIRING NECESSARY LANDS AND EQUIPMENT THEREFOR; PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT OF SAID BONDS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Johnson moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman MacCorkle, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Johnson moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman MacCorkle, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Johnson moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman MacCorkle, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None TheMayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Drake introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS, TO THE AMOUNT OF ONE MILLION THREE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,300,000.00) FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONSTRUCTING AND IMPROVING EXTENSIONS, ADDITIONS, AND BETTERMENTS TO THE STREETS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, IN- CLUDING PAVING AND RESURFACING THE SAME, AND FOR BUILDING BRIDGES, CULVERTS, STORM SEWERS AND DRAINS NECESSARY TO THE PROPER IMPROVEMENT OF SAID STREETS AND FOR ACQUIRING NECESSARY LANDS FOR SUCH CONSTRUCTION AND IMPROVEMENT TO SAID STREETS; PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT OF SAID BONDS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman White moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman White moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 147 147 Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman White moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Councilman MacCorkle offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, Southern Union Gas 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, aad 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 Southern Union Gas Company be and the same is hereby permitted to lay and construct its gas mains in and upon the following streets: (1) A gasamain in EAST 3RD STREET, from a point 195 feet east of Chalmers Avenue westerly 203 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 19 feet south of and parallel to the north property line of said EAST 3RD STREET. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2½ feet. (2) A gas main in CHALMERS AVENUE, from East 3rd Street southerly 247 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6.5 feet west of and parallel to the east property line of said CHALMERS AVENUE. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2½n feet. (3) A gas main in TILLERY STREET, from a point 299 feet north of East 5th Street northerly 18 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 7.5 feet west of and parallel to the east property line of said TILLERY STREET. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2½ feet. (4) A gas main in RUNDELL PLACE, from a point 148 feet west of Bluebonnet Lane westerly 80 feet, the CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS centerline of which gas main shall be 7.5 feet south of and parallel to the north property line of said RUNDELL PLACE. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 22 feet. (5) A gas main in WEST 10TH STREET, across Meriden Lane intersection, the centerline of which gas main shall be 7.5 feet south of and parallel to the north property line of said WEST 10TH STREET. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less thm 2½ feet. (6) A gas main in SPANISH OAK TRAIL, from a point 111 feet north of Spanish Oak Drive northerly 64 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 5.5 feet east of and parallel to the west property line of said SPANISH OAK TRAIL. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2½ feet. (7) A gas main in GROVER AVENUE, across Koenig Lane intersection, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6.5 feet west of and parallel to the east property line of said GROVER AVENUE. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 22 feet. (8) A gas main in CENTER STREET, from a point 118 feet north of West 10th Street northerly 81 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 7.5 feet west of and parallel to the east property line of said CENTER STREET. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of notless than 2 feet. (9) A gas main in WILLOW SPRINGS ROAD, from Braeswood Road southerly 207 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6.5 feet west of and parallel to the east property line of said WILLOW SPRINGS ROAD. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2½ feet. (10) A gas main in BRAESWOOD ROAD, from Wooleigh Street to Willow Springs Road, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6.5 feet south of and parallel to the north property line said BRAESWOOD ROAD. Said gas main described above shall have a vover of notless than 2 feet. 148 148 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS (11) A gas main in WOODLEIGH STREET, from Braeswood Road to Woodward Street, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6.5 feet west of and parallel to the east property line of said WOODLEIGH STREET. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2½ feet. (12) A gas main in WOODWARD STREET, from Woodleigh Street easterly 606 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 10.5 feet north of and parallel to the south property line of said WOODWARD STREET. 149 149 Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2½ feet. (13) A gas main in ROBERT E. LEE ROAD, from a point 323 feet west of Dexter Street westerly 222 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 12.5 feet north of and parallel to the south property line of said ROBERT E. LEE ROAD. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of notless than 2½ feet. (14) A gas main in TILLERY STREET, from a point 94 feet north of Prado Street southerly 99 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 15 feet west of and parallel to the east property line of said TILLERY STREET. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2½ feet. (15) A gas main in PRADO STREET, from Tillery Street westerly 1129 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6.5 feet south of and parallel to the north property line of said PRADO STREET. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2½ feet. The Southern Union Gas Company is hereby put upón 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 Southern Union Gas Company requires definite information upon the ground as to èlevations 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 Southern Union Gas 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. 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. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 150 150 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 the pertinent terms and conditions of the certain franchises granted to said company by the City of Austin. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None Councilman MacCorkle offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That W. E. Seaholm, City Manager, be and he is hereby authorized and directed on behalf of the City to execute an easement granting to Southwestern Bell Telephone Company the right to construct and maintain an underground cable in and along the following described property: The south ten (10) feet of that certain tract of land out of Outlot 3, in Division E, of the Government Outlots adjoining the Original City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, according to a map or plat of said Government Outlots on file in the General Land Office of the State of Texas, which was conveyed to the City of Austin by warranty deed dated August 8, 1929, of record in Volume 441, page 339, Deed Records of Travis County, Texas. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None Councilman Long offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: THAT the City Council of the City of Austin hereby approves the erection of a boat dock on the property owned by Marion Toole as described in the Travis County Deed Records and located upstream from the north line of Windsor Road, and hereby authorizes the said Marion Toole to construct, maintain and operate this boat dock subject to same being constructed in compliance with all the ordinances relating thereto and further subject to the foregoing attached recommendations; and the Building Inspector is hereby authorized to is- sue an occupancy permit for the erection of this boat dock after full compliance with all the provisions of this resolution. 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 the proper police, fire and health regulations and the right of revocation is retained if, after hearing, it is found by the City Council that CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 151 151 the said Marion Toole has failed and refused and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "February 26, 1953 "Mr. W. E. Seaholm City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Sir: "I, the undersigned, have reviewed the plans and have considered the application of Marion Toole, owner of a piece of property located up-stream from the north line of Windsor Road and listed in the Travis County Deed Records, for permission to construct and maintain a boat dock projecting out into the lake 30 feet. The construction details meeting all requirements, I therefore recommend that if Marion Toole is granted his request by the City Council, that it be subject to the following conditions: "(1). That nothing but cresoted piles, cedar piles or concrete piles, substantially braced to withstand wind and water pressure, be used in the construction and that no structure shall be nearer than ten feet to any side pro- perty line of the owner or applicant. "(2). That no business, such as a restaurant, dance hall, concession stand, or any other enterprise for the sale of goods, wares and merchandise, except marine supplies and tackle, and no living quarters of any character, shall be erected on any pier, dock, whaft, float, island, piling, or other structure extending into or above Lake Austin. "(3). That every structure shall be equipped with proper lights which show all around the horizon for night use and shall be equipped with flags or other warnings for daylight use. "(4). That all structures extending out into the Lake be constantly kept in a state of good repair and that the premises be kept reasonable clean at all times. "Respectfully submitted, (Sgdi) J. C. Eckert Building Inspector" The motion, seconded by Councilman MacCorkle, carried by the folling vote Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None Councilman Long offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: THAT the City Council of the City of Austin hereby approves the erection CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 152 152 of a boat dock on the property owned by W. J. Cutbirth, Jr. as described in the Travis County Deed Records and located up-stream from the north line of Windsor Road, and hereby authorizes the said W. J. Cutbirth, Jr. to construct, maintain and operate this boat dock subject to same being constructed in compliance with all the ordinances relating thereto and further subject to the foregoing attached recommendations; and the Building Inspector is hereby authorized to issue an occupancy permit for the erection of this boat dock after full compliance with all the provisions of this resolution. 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 the proper police, fire and health regulations and the right of revocation is retained, if, after hearing, it is found by the City Council that the said W. J. Cutbirth, Jr. has failed and refused and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "Mr. Walter E. Seaholm City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Sir: "February 26, 1953 "I, the undersigned, have reviewed the plans and have considered the application of W. J. Cutbirth, Jr., owner of a piece of property located up-stream from the north line of Windsor Road and listed in the Travis County Deed Records, for permission to construct and maintain a boat dock projecting out into the lake 24 feet. The construction details meeting all requirements, I therefore recommend that if W. J. Cutbirth, Jr. is granted his request by the City Council, that it be subject to the following conditions: "(1). That nothing but cresoted piles, cedar piles or concrete piles, substanitally braced to withstand wind and water pressure, be used in the construction and that no structure shall be nearer than ten feet to any side property line of the owner of applicant. "(2). That no business, such as a restaurant, dance hall, concession stand, or any other enterprise for the sale of goods, wares andmerchandise, except marine supplies and tackle, and no living quarters of any character, shall be erected on any peer, dock, wharf, float, island, piling or other structure extending into or above Lake Austin. "(3). That every structure shall be equipped with proper lights which show all around the horizon for night use and shall be equipped with flags or other warnings for daylight use. "(4). That all structures extending out into the Lake be constantly kept in a state of good repair and that the premises be kept reasonably clean at all times. "Respectfully submitted, (Sgd) J. C. Eckert Building Inspector" vote: The motion, seconded by Councilman MacCorkle, carried by the following Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 153 153 Councilman Long offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: THAT the City Council of the City of Austin hereby approves the erection of a boat dock on the property owned by Bradley Davis as described in the Travis County Deed Records and located up-stream from the north line of Windsor Road, and hereby authorized the said Bradley Davis to construct, maintain and operate this boat dock subject to same being constructed in compliance with all the ordinances relating thereto and further subject to the foregoing attached recommendations; and the Building Inspector is hereby authorized to issue an occupancy permit for the erection of this boat dock after full compliance with all the provisions of this resolution. 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 the proper police, fire and health regulations and the right of revocation is retained, if, after hearing, it is found th by the City Council that the said Bradley Davis has failed and refused and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "Mr. Walter E. Seaholm City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Sir: "February 26, 1953 "I, the undersigned, have reviewed the plans and have considered the application of Bradley Davis, owner of a piece of property located up-stream from the north line of Windsor Road and listed in the Travis County Deed Records, for permission to construct and maintain a boat dock projecting out into the lake 20 feet. The construction details meeting all requirements, I therefore recommend that tif Bradley Davis is granted his request by the City Council, that it be subject to the following conditions: "(1). That nothing but creosoted piles, cedar piles or concrete piles, substantially braced to withstand wind and water pressure, be used in the construction and that no structure shall be nearer than ten feet to any side property line of the owner of applicant. "(2). That no business, such as a restaurant, dance hall, concession stand, or any other enterprise for the sale of goods, wares and merchandise, except marine supplies and tackle, and no living quarters of any character, shall be erected on any pier, dock, wharf, float, island, piling or other structure extending into or above Lake Austin. "(3). That every structure shall be equipped with proper lights which show all around the horizon for night use and shall be equipped with flags or other warnings for daylight use. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 15154 "(4). That all structures extending out into the Lake be constantly kept in a state of good repair and that the premises be kept reasonably clean at all times. "Respectfully submitted, (Sgd) J. C. Eckert Building Inspector" vote: The motion, seconded by Councilman MacCorkle, carried by the following Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None tion: Councilman MacCorkle offered the following resolution and moved its adop(RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, Leslie Crockett is the Contractor for the erection of a building located at 207-09 East 11th Street and desires a portion of the sidewalk and street space abutting Lots 1, 2 and 3, Block 122, of the Original City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, during the erection 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 Leslie Crockett, the boundary of which is described as follows: Sidewalk and Street Working Space Beginning at the northwest corner of the above described property; thence in a northerly direction and at right angles to the centerline of East lith Street to a point 4 feet north of the south curb line; thence in an easterly direction and parallel with the centerline of East 1lth Street approximately 127-1/2 feet to a point; thence in a southerly direction and at right angles to the centerline of East 1lth Street to the northeast corner of the above described property; Thence in an easterly direction and at right angles to the centerline of San Jacinto Boulevard to a point 12 feet east of the west curb line; thence in a southerly direction and parallel to the centerline of San Jacinto Boulevard 128 feet to a point; thence in a westerly direction and at right angles to the centerline of San Jacinto Boulevard to the southeast corner of the above described property. 2. THAT the above privileges and allotment of space are granted to the said Leslie Crockett, hereinafter termed "Contractor", upon the following express terms and conditions: (1). That the Contractor shall erect and maintain continuously in good condition during the use of said spacéchereby allottedi nafsubstantial walkway CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 155 155 at least four feet wide in the clear on the inside and at least eight feet high, the same to be covered solidly on the street side with boards to a height of four feet above pavement and on the building side to be covered solidly with boards to a height of eight feet. The top of the walkway shall be covered solidly with boards at least two inches thick, which shall be supported at intervals sufficiently close to prevent sagging of the roofinggboards. The roof of said walkway shall be covered with a roofing material which will prevent leaking of the roof and provide a dry walkway at all times. No wood strips or obstructions of any kind shall be permitted along the pavement within the walkway and at any time in the opinion of the City Officials it becomes necessary for any reason to install a board floor within the walkway, the Contractor shall upon notice from the Building Inspector immediately place such a wood floor and substantially support same to prevent sagging under load. (2). That the Contractor is permitted to construct in his working space a substantial gate which shall be kept closed at all times when not in use, and at all times that such gate is open, the Contractor shall maintain a person at this gate to warn pedestrians and vehicles of approaching trucks. This gate is not to open out so as to impede vehicular or pedestrian traffic. (3). That no vehicles in loading or unloading material at the working space whall park on any part of the street outside of the allotted working space. (4). That "NO PARKING" signs shall be placed on the street side of the barricades. (5). That the Contractor is permitted to construct a temporary work office within such allotted working space, provided such work office is not within 25 feet of any corner street intersection. (6). That the Contractor shall in no way obstruct any fire plugs or other public utilities in the construction of such barricades. (7). 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. (8). 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. (9). 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 December 31, 1953. (10). 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. (11). 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 of all of said space any CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 156 156 time with its public utilities, or for other necessary public purposes. (12). That any public utility, or public pr private property, disturbed or injured as a result of any of the activities necessary for the completion 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 expnese. (13) That the Contractor shall furnish the City of Austin a surety bond in the sum of Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00), which shall protect, indemnify and hold harmless the City of Austin from any claims or 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. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None Mayor Drake introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE VESTING THE DUTIES AND POWERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION, AS PROVIDED IN ARTICLE X OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, IN THE CITY PLAN COMMISSION PENDING CREATION OF SUCH PLANNING COMMISSION; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Johnson moved that The the rule bu suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Johnson moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Johnson moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS 157 157 Councilman Johnson offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the City Manager be and he is hereby authorized and directed to enter into a contract on behalf of the City of Austin with M. E. Chernosky in accordance with the terms and provisions of a certain contract, copy of which is attached to this Resolution, and marked by the City Clerk for purposes of identification, and the City Clerk is hereby directed to file for permanent record in the office of the City Clerk the attached copy of said contract without recordation in the Minutes of the City Council. (On File Under WATER MAIN EXTENSIONS - Contract File No. 665-C ) The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The City Manager submitted the following certificate from the City Tax Assessor and Collector: "TO THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL: "I certify that the tax assessment for the property hereinafter described in the name of Robert L. Burris is incorrect for the following reasons: "The builder, D. C. Clarke, has submitted an affidavit claiming that as of January 1, 1952 the improvements were only 50 per cent completed. "I recommend that I be authorized to reduce the assessed valuation onn such property as follows: YEAR 1952 DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY Improvements on South 40' of Lot 18 & North 85' of Lot 19, Blk. E, Bowling Green Plat 446, Item 16, known as 8504 Hathaway. ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE RECOMMENDED VALUE 3,820 "(Sgd) T. B. Marshall 1,910 City Tax Assessor and Collector" Councilman Johnson offered the following resolution and moved its adoption (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, the City Tax Assessor and Collector has made a special investigation of the tax assessment hereinafter set forth in the name of Robert L. Burris, and has found the same to be erroneous for the reasons stated in his certificate delivered to the City Council and filed with the City Clerk, and WHEREAS, in such certificate the City Tax Assessor and Collector has recommended the adjustment, Now, Therefore, CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 15 158 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the following tax assessment for the year shown be, and the same is, hereby adjusted and corrected to fix the assessed value therein as indicated. YEAR 1952 DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY Improvements on South 40' of Lot 18 & North 85' of Lot19, Blk. E, Bowling Green Plat 446, Item 16, Known as 8504 Hathaway. ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE 3,820 RECOMMENDED VALUE 1,910 And the City Tax Assessor and Collector is authorized and directed to make such change in the tax rolls. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The City Manager submitted the following certificate from the City Tax Assessor and Collector: "TO THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL: "I certify that the tax assessment for the property hereinafter described in the name of Trigg Twichell is incorrect for the following reasons: "A portion of the building comprizing 255 square feet was erroneously considered as being adaptable to residential use but, actually, is finished in a manner to allow for storage space only. Furthermore, the unit per square foot applied to the residential portion was excessively placed at $5.10 instead of the recommended unit of $4.85 per square foot. t "I recommend that I be authorized to reduce the assessed valuation on such property as follows: YEAR DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE RECOMMENDED VALUE 1952 Improvements on Lot 15, less E part, Blk. 4, Wilshire Wood Section 3, Plat 233, Item 65-1 known as 1317 Ardenwood Road. 8,180 "(Sgd) T. B. Marshall 7,340 City Tax Assessor and Collector" Councilman Johnson offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, the City Tax Assessor and Collector has made a special investigation of the tax assessment hereinafter set forth in the name of Trigg Twichell, and has found the same to be erroneous for the reasons stated in his CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS 159 159 certificate delivered to the City Council and filed with the City Clerk, and WHEREAS, in such certificate the City Tax Assessor and Collector has recommended the adjustment, Now Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the following tax assessment for the year shown be, and the same is, hereby adjusted and corrected to fix the assessed value therein as indicated. YEAR DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE 1952 Improvements on Lot 15, less 8,180 E Part, Blk.4, Wilshire Wood Section 3, Plat 233, Item 65-1, known as 1317 Ardenwood Road. RECOMMENDED VALUE 7,340 And the City Tax Assessor and Collector is authorized and directed to make such change in the tax rolls. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The City Manager submitted the following certificate from the City Tax Assessor and Collector: "TO THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL: "I certify that the tax assessment for the property hereinafter described in the name of James S. Fleming is incorrect for the following reasons: "According to an affidavit submitted by E. J. Hood, contractor, the improvements on the property described were only 50 per cent completed as of January 1, 1952. . "I recommend that I be authorized to reduce the assessed valuation on such property as follows: YEAR DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY 1952 Improvements on Lot 19, Blk. O, Highland Park West, Plat 275, Item 56, known as 5001 Crestway Drive. tion: ORIGINAL, ASSESSED VALUE RECOMMENDED VALUE 10,670 "(Sgd) T. B. Marshall 5,330 City Tax Assessor and Collector" Councilman Johnson offered the following resolution and moved its adop(RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, the City Tax Assessor and Collector has made a special investigation of the tax assessment hereinafter set forth in the name of James S. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 160 160 Fleming, and has found the same to be erroneous for the reasons stated in his certificate delivered to the City Council and filed with the City Clerk, and WHEREAS, in such certificate the City Tax Assessor and Collector has recommended the adjustment, Now Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the following tax assessment for the year shown be, and the same is, hereby adjusted and corrected to fix the assessed value therein as indicated. YEAR DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE 1952 Improvements on Lot 19, Blk.0, Highland Park West, Plat 275, Item 56, known as 5001 Crestway Drive. 10,670 RECOMMENDED VALUE 5,330 And the City Tax Assessor and Collector is authorized and directed to make such change in the tax rolls. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The City Manager submitted the following certificate from the City Tax Assessor and Collector: "TO THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL: "I certify that the tax assessment for the property hereinafter described in the name of E. A. Jones is incorrect for the following reasons: "According to an affidavit submitted by E. J. Hood, Contractor, improvements on the described property were only 50 per cent completed as of January 1, 1952. "I recommend that I be authorized to reduce the assessed valuation on such property as follows: YEAR DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE RECOMMENDED VALUE 1952 Improvements on Lot 20, Blk. 0, Highland Park West, Plat 275, Item 57, known as 5003 Crestway Drive. tion: 9,710 "(Sgd) T. B. Marshall 4,860 City Tax Assessor and Collector" Councilman Johnson offered the following resolution and moved its adop(RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, the City Tax Assessor and Collector has made a special investigaCITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 161 161 tion of the tax assessment hereinafter set forth in the name of E. A. Jones, and has found the same to be erroneous for the reasons stated in his certificate delivered to the City Council and filed with the City Clerk, and WHEREAS, in such certificate the City Tax Assessor and Collector has recommended the adjustment, Now Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the following tax assessment for the year shown be, and the same is, hereby adjusted and corrected to fix the assessed value therein as indicated. YEAR DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE 1952 Improvements on Lot 20, Blk. 0, 9,710 Highland Park West, Plat 275, Item 57, Known as 5003 Crestway Drive. RECOMMENDED VALUE 4,860 And the City Tax Assessor and Collector is authorized and directed to make such change in the tax rolls. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The City Manager submitted the following certificate from the City Tax Assessor and Collector: "TO THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL" "I certify that the tax assessment for the property hereinafter described in the name of C. A. McAden is incorrect for the following reasons: "According to information submitted by Mr. E. J. Hood, the contractor, the improvements on this property were only 66 2/3 percent completed as of January 1, 1952. "I recommend that I be authorized to reduce the assessed valuation on such property as follows: YEAR DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE RECOMMENDED VALUE 1952 Improvements on Lot 9, Blk. W, Highland Park West, Plat 275, Item 70, known as 5000 Crestway Drive. 10,510 6,830 "(Sgd) T. B. Marshall City Tax Assessor and Collector" Councilman Johnson offered the following resolution and moved its adoption (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, the City Tax Assessor and Collector has made a special investigaCITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 162 162 tion of the tax assessment hereinafter set forth in the name of C. A. McAden, and has found the same to be erroneous for the reasons stated in his certificate delivered to the City Council and filed with the City Clerk, and WHEREAS, in such certificate the City Tax Assessor and Collector has recommended the adjustment, Now Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the following tax assessment for the year shown be, and the same is, hereby adjusted and corrected to fix the assessed value therein as indicated. YEAR DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE RECOMMENDED VALUE 1952 Improvements on Lot 9, Blk.W, Highland Park West, Plat 275, Item 70, known as 5000 Crestway Drive. 10,510 6,830 And the City Tax Assessor and Collector is authorized and directed to make such change in the tax rolls. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The City Manager submitted the following certificate from the City Tax Assessor and Collector: "TO THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL: "I certify that the tax assessment for the property hereinafter described in the name of Clovis L. Pinkerton is incorrect for the following reasons: "As the result of an investigation to determine the portion of completion of the improvements as of January 1, 1952, it is our judgment that the estimate of the contractor be accepted. "I recommend that I be authorized to reduce the assessed valuation on such property as follows: YEAR DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE RECOMMENDED VALUE 1952 Improvements on E.10' of Lot 23 & all of Lot 25, Blk.M, Crestview Addition, Plat 317, Item 150, known as 1513 Richcreek Road. 3,060 380 "(Sgd) T. B. Marshall City Tax Assessor and Collector! Councilman Johnson, offered the following resolution and moved its adoption (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, the City Tax Assessor and Collector has made a special investiCITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 163 163 gation of the tax assessment hereinafter set forth in the name of Clovis L. Pinkerton, and has found the same to be erroneous for the reasons stated in his certificate delivered to the City Council and filed with the City Clerk, and WHEREAS, in such certificate the City Tax Assessor and Collector has recommended the adjustment, Now Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the following tax assessment for the year shown be, and the same is, hereby adjusted and corrected to fix the assessed value therein as indicated. YEAR DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE 1952 Improvements on E. 10' of Lot 23, & all of Lot 25, Blk, M, Crestview Addition, Plat 317, Item 150, knownas 1513 Richcreek Road. 3,060 RECOMMENDED VALUE 380 And the City Tax Assessor and Collector is authorized and directed to make such change in the tax rolls. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The City Manager submitted the following certificate from the City Tax Assessor and Collector: "TO THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL: "I certify that the tax assessment for the property hereinafter described in the name of Roy Yates is incorrect for the following reasons: "According to the representation of the owner, confirmed by the records of the Plumbing Inspector, these improvements were not completed as of January 1, 1952, the garage having been completed and the residence not having been started. "I recommend that I be authorized to reduce the assessed valuation on such property as follows: YEAR DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY 1952 Improvements on Lot 8, Blk.L, ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE RECOMMENDED VALUE Plat 317, Crestview Addition, Sec- tion 6, Item 109, known as 1306 Pasadena Avenue. 3,010 "(Sgd) T. B. Marshall 410 City Tax Assessor and Collector" Councilman Johnson offered the following resolution and moved its adoption (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, the City Tax Assessor and Collector has made a special investiCITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 164 164 gation of the tax assessment hereinafter set forth in the name of Roy Yates, and has found the same to be erroneous for the reasons stated in his certificate delivered to the City Council and filed with the City Clerk, and WHEREAS, in such certificate the City Tax Assessor and Collector has recommended the adjustment, Now Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the following tax assessment for the year shown be, and the same is, hereby adjusted and corrected to fix the assessed value therein as indicated. YEAR DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE 1952 Improvements on Lot 8, Blk.L, 3,010 Plat 317, Crestview Addition Section 6, Item 109, known as 1306 Pasadena Avenue. RECOMMENDED VALUE 410 And the City Tax Assessor and Collector is authorized and directed to make such change in the tax rolls. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None MR. ELMER DENSON claimed that MR. WOODROW PATTERSON, MR. E. C. MCCLURE and MR. SCARBROUGH had changed the crossing of Anderson Lane on the Interregional Highway; that on the map, Anderson Lane was supposed to go between his property and that owned by Patterson, McClure and Scarbrough. The Highway Department was waiting for the City; and later a letter was sent out to move the Anderson Lane 250 up to the land owned by the syndicate. This would put it on a hill, and would not be a good place for a crossing. The highway department is to put in some pipe; and when it is put in, it would be too late. Mr. Denson asked the Council to look into the matter, as this would miss the negro subdivision and they would not be able to get out. He stated Patterson and McClure were to give 80' right of way, but the City had not asked anybody else to give. The City Manager stated this cross street was in the design stage at this time, and that surveys had been made with reference to the topography as to the best place to run the street. He explained on the map how Anderson Lane would be a continuous street and tied in to Springdale in the east. Councilman White asked about the subdivision that was to be cut off. The City Manager stated the streets would come on through into the street as the area developed. Councilman Long moved that the City Council go out and inspect this asrea and that the City Manager be instructed to call the Highway Department and ask them to hold up until the Council had made their decision which would be next week. Before a vote was taken, the Director of Public Works stated that six acres of land had been given by McClure and Patterson for the right-of-way; but that just this morning, Mr. Fincher of the Highway Department, had called him that the Highway Department had eliminated this crossing completely because they were in a hurry and because of the controversy. 165 165 CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS Councilman Long's motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, White, Mayor Drake * Noes: Councilmen Johnson and MacCorkle (with the statement they saw no problem and there was no point in going further into the matter. *The Mayor stated there was an insinuation and he would like to go into the matter further. DR. LORA M. LEE, Ward 7A, stated this ward was two miles long, and asked that the polling place be changed from the Fire Hall to either the Chicon Street Fire Hall or Palm School for convenience of the voters. DR. EVERETT GIVENS introduced a committee from the Negro Citizens Council. He wanted to go on record as (1) endorsing the increased pay for firemen and policemen; (2) petitioning the change of name of Rosewood Park to O. R. LOTT PARK that eight firemen be employed until they can be trained to take the examination, as he understood there were three on the eligibility list to man the new station He asked about a park in East Austin. The City Manager outlined the plans of moving Downs Field, and making a park area at the present Downs Field location in conjunction with the school that is to be built; that there are about 15 acres for park area there. Dr. Givens asked about the Oliver Street playground. The City Manager stated this would be accomplished right away; wading pool and playground equipment would be included. Dr. Givens stated there had been no negro policemen added to the force since the TOM MILLER administration, where he increased the number from one to six. MAYOR DRAKE reported a compliment on the negro policemen from the Federal Crime Bureau that stated they were good law enforcement officers DR. GIVENS asked that more negro policemen be added. He asked for more water in the St. John's Addition, and that help be obtained for getting bus service in that addition. He requested traffic lights at 12th and San Bernard; Rosewood at llth and Navasota; and at Rosewood and Chicon; also on Airport Boulevard for the school crossing. The City Manager stated possibly at this school crossing one of the school patrolmen could handle this. DR. GIVENS reported leaks in the roof at the Doris Miller Auditorium and that the floors were in bad shape. He asked that the City help out in getting the School Board to put sidewalks around the schools. He reported the streets and park out in the west part of town had not been worked in the last few months. As to renaming the Rosewood Park, it was stated this was all right, but the Council would like to notify the Parks and Recreation Board before any final action was taken. The Mayor stated many of Dr. Givens' requests had been takencare of during the past two years. MRS. MAUD F. PRIDGEN asked that consideration be given to changing the name of East Avenue to BROADWAY. 166 166 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Councilman White asked about a place for people to load boats into the lake, as it was his understanding they would have to go to the City Park. The City Manager reported that TAYLOR'S SLOUGH would be closed. A petition from citizens interested in this was submitted through MR. HUGH WIGHT and MR. MENORA JAMES to the Council. The City Manager stated a ramp at the City park would be made right away. Councilman Long moved that the City Manager be asked to see if there were any available locations for launching boats and report to the Council next week. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The Mayor stated there was a real need; and it might be that condemnation might be necessary on some site. No action was taken on the appointments on the Zoning Board of Adjustment of members whose terms had expired. The Council received notice that the following applications for change of zoning had been referred to the Zoning Commission: JOE O. PROWSE & FLOYD L. EDWARDS, By Gibson Randle J. E. RICKS & JACK C. ADAMS 2315-23 East 7th Street From "D" Industrial To "C-1" Commercial 7923-25 Burnet Road From "A" Residence To "C-2" Commercial The Mayor stated that the Council, last week had requested the Zoning Commission to study the Interregional Highway from the 53rd block to the north city limits, and he would like for the Council to initiate the same thing on the Dallas Highway. Councilman Long moved that the Planning Commission be asked to make a study of zoning that area to conform with the present use of it, and report back to the Council. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None The City Manager submitted for the Council's consideration the engagement of WADE-BARTON & MARSH as auditors for this year, as they were familiar with the change-over, going into the IBM system, and the procedure would be expedited. They had stated they would work on the same basis and same specifications as last year. Councilman White moved that WADE, BARTON & MARSH be employed as auditors for the City of Austin for the coming year. The motion, seconded by Councilman MacCorkle carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None 167 167 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Councilman MacCorkle asked about the central control of lights. The City Manager reported the cable had been received, and work was under way. Councilman Long suggested that in the coming election, some wards were too large, and she offered suggestions that in Fiskville, the Fiskville School be used as a polling place; in Pecan Springs, the Pecan Springs School; in Govalle, Bill Petri's residence on Shady Lane; in 7-A, Palm School instead of the Central Fire Station, and Rosedale School instead of the Hancock Drive Fire Station. Councilman Long stated she would also make a study of the map with a view of revising the boundary lines and submit it to the Council. Councilman White asked if there were any report on BOGGY CREEK from 19th to 23rd. The Director of Public Works stated this was through private property, and the City Manager stated they were trying to get the property owners together and get an easement. Councilman Johnson moved that the following persons be appointed to serve on the City Plan Commission: MR. WOODROW PATTERSON MRS. R. P. WAGNER MR. H. E. JESSEN MR. TOM GRAHAM MR. ROW. BYRAM MR. GEORGE SANDLIN MR. WALTER GUTTMAN MR. H.D.PRUETT Ex-Officio MR. MURRAY RAMSEY MRS. PAUL GRIFFITH MR. CHARLIE GRANGER MRS. FRANCIS R. HODGE MR. KARL MCGINNIS MR. HUGO F. KUEHNE The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, MacCorkle, White, Mayor Drake Noes: None There being no further business the Council adjourned subject to the call of the Mayor. ATTEST: City Clerk APPROVED Drassa Mayor