199199 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Regular Meeting March 19, 1953 10:00 Α.Μ. Council Chamber, City Hall The meeting was called to order with Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle presiding. Roll Call: Present: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Absent: Mayor Drake Present also: W. E. Seaholm, City Manager; W. T. Williams, Jr., City Attorney; Noble Latson, Assistant Director of Public Works. Councilman White moved that the minutes of the previous meeting be approved. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle 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 ORDI- NANCE 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 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 TO "C" COMMERCIAL DISTRICT ON LOT 6 EXCEPT 8502 SQUARE FEET OF LAND, LEWIS HANCOCK SUBDIVISION, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 4200 ALICE AVENUE, IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, ㅏ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS = 200200 TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; ORDERING A CHANGE IN THE USE MAPS SO AS TO RECORD THE CHANGE HEREBY ORDERED; AND SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Long 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: Noes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle None Absent: Mayor Drake The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Long 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: Noes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle None Absent: Mayor Drake The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Long moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake The Mayor Pro-tem announced the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle 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 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 FIFTH HEIGHT AND AREA DISTRICT ON LOTS 21 AND 22, BLOCK 1, OUTLOTS 31 AND 32, DIVISION O, M. K. & T. ADDITION IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; ORDERING A CHANGE IN THE USE MAPS SO AS TO RECORD THE CHANGE HEREBY ORDERED; AND SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 201201 The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Long 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, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Long 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: Noes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle None Absent: Mayor Drake The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Long moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake The Mayor Pro-tem announced the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle 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 BOOK "I", PAGES 301-318, INCLUSIVE, OF THE ORDINANCE RECORDS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, THE AMENDATORY ORDINANCE HEREBY CHANGING THE USE DESIGNATION FROM "B" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "C" COMMERCIAL DISTRICT ON LOTS 12 AND 13, BLOCK 14, FRUTH ADDITION, BEING LOCALLY KNOWN AS 2816 HEMPHILL .. PARK IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; ORDERING A CHANGE IN THE USE MAPS SO AS TO RECORD THE CHANGE HEREBY ORDERED; AND SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Long 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, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS ==== 202202 The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Long 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: Noes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle None Absent: Mayor Drake The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Long moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake The Mayor Pro-tem announced the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle 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 ORDI- NANCE WAS AMENDATORY OF THAT CERTAIN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING ZONING REGULATIONS AND DISTRICTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH A COMPREHENSIV E PLAN PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 23, 1931, AND RECORDED IN 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 TO "C" COMMERCIAL DISTRICT ON LOT 4, SPAULDING'S SUBDIVISION OF THE ISAAC DECKER LEAGUE, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 2327-2347 SOUTH CONGRESS AVENUE, IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; ORDERING A CHANGE IN THE USE MAPS SO AS TO RECORD THE CHANGE HEREBY ORDERED; AND SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Long 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, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Long 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, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 20203 The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Long moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake The Mayor Pro-tem announced the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle 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 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 TO "B" RESIDENCE DIST- RICT, ON LOT 3, BLOCK C, AND LOT 8, BLOCK D, MANOR HILL SUBDIVISION, IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; ORDERING THE CHANGE IN THE USE MAPS SO AS TO RECORD THE CHANGE HEREBY ORDERED; AND SUSPENDING THE RULER REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Long 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, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Long 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: NOes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle None Absent: Mayor Drake The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Long moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle None Absent: Mayor Drake The Mayor Pro-tem announced the ordinance had been finally passed. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 20204 Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle 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 BOOK "I", PAGES 301-318, INCLUSIVE, OF THE ORDINANCE RECORDS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, THE AMENDATORY ORDINANCE HEREBY CHANGING THE USE DESIGNATION FROM UNZONED AND "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "C" COMMERCIAL DISTRICT ON PORTIONS OF BLOCKS E, F, AND G IN MANOR HILL SUBDIVISION, LOCALLY KNOWN AS REAR 3700 BLOCK AND 3800 BLOCK AIRPORT BOULEVARD, IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TRAVIS, COUNTY, TEXAS; ORDERING THE CHANGE IN THE USE MARS SO AS TO RECORD THE CHANGE HEREBY ORDERED; AND SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Long 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: Noes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle None Absent: Mayor Drake The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Long 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, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Long moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle None Absent: Mayor Drake The Mayor Pro-tem announced the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle 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 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 205205 ZONING REGULATIONS AND DISTRICTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 23, 1931, AND RECORDED IN 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 TO "C" COMMERCIAL DISTRICT ON A 1.07 ACRE TRACT OUT OF THE JESSE TANNEHILL LEAGUE, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 1100 E. BLOCK OF THE WEBBERVILLE ROAD IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Long 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, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake The ordinance was read the seco nd time and Councilman Long 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: Noes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle None Absent: Mayor Drake The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Long moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake The Mayor Pro-tem announced the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle 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 REGURATIONS AND DISTRICTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH A COMPREHEN- SIVE PLAN PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 23, 1931, AND RECORDED IN 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 FIFTH HEIGHT AND AREA DISTRICT; ON LOT NO. 20, BLOCK 1, OUTLOT 31, DIVISION O, M. K. & T. ADDITION, IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; ORDERING A CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS 206 206 CHANGE IN THE USE MAPS SO AS TO RECORD THE CHANGE HEREBY ORDERED; AND SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Long 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: Noes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle None Absent: Mayor Drake The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Long 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: Noes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle None Absent: Mayor Drake The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Long moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake The Mayor Pro-tem announced the ordinance had been finally passed. 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 the Junior Chamber of Commerce of Austin, Texas, leasing to the Junior Chamber of Commerce of Austin, Texas, the concession rights at the two City Softball Fields located on Butler Park-West, 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 CONCESSIONS - Contract File No. 660-C ) The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Ayes: Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 207207 Councilman White 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 to enter into andmexecute in behalf of the City of Austin one certain written wire or cable license agreement between said City of Austin, and Guy A. Thompson, Trustee, International-Great Northern Railroad Company, Debtor, for the construction, ownership maintenance and use of one certain 8-4" concrete duct for 12,000 volt underground power line, crossing said railroad company's premises in the City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, as more particularly set out in said agreement to which reference is made, the same as if fully set out herein. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle None Noes: Absent: Mayor Drake Councilman Long offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, a certain storm sewer easement was granted the City of Austin by Lila W. Eckhardt and husband, Oscar G. Eckhardt, in that certain instrument dated November 18, 1946, and being of record in Volume 824, pages 555-556, Deed Records of Travis County, Texas, in, upon, and across Lot 9, Shoal Village Section 2, of record in Book 5, page 150, PlatRecords of Travis County, Texas; and, WHEREAS, such storm sewer easement is not now needed and hereafter will not be required by the City of Austin in, upon, and across the following described strip of land; Now, Therefore, 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 to execute a release of the part of such storm sewer easement in, upon, and across the following described property, to wit: A strip of land five (5) feet in width, same being out of and a part of the George W. Spear League in the City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, and being the east one hundred and eight (108) feet of that certain drainage easement granted to the City of Austin by Lila W. Eckhardt and husband Oscar G. Eckhardt by instrument dated November 18, 1946, of record in Volume 824, page 555-556, Deed Records of Travis County, Texas, which lies east of the west line of Lot 9 of Shoal Village, Section 2, according to a map or plat of said Shoal Village, Section 2, of record in Book 5, page 150, Plat Records of Travis County, Texas. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 20208 The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE TEXAS AND NEW ORLEANS RAILROAD COMPANY TO RELOCATE, CONSTRUCT, MAINTAIN, OPERATE, AND USE A RAILWAY SPUR TRACK IN, UPON, AND ALONG A PORTION OF EAST FIFTH STREET BETWEEN ONION STREET AND WALLER STREET IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, SUBJECT TO CERTAIN CONDITIONS; AND SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING ORDINANCES TO BE READ UPON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. 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, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake 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: Noes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle None Absent: Mayor Drake 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, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake The Mayor Pro-tem announced the ordinance had been finally passed. MR. CHARLES TRENCKMAN appeared before the Council representing Mr. Arnold Kellersberger in regards to the Leiper Subdivision No. 2and Resubdivision of Lots 1 thru 4 Inclusive of Peschka Subdivision. Mr. Trenckman wanted to make sure the utility easement on Lot 4 of the Leiper Subdivision was legally dedicated and accepted. Mr. Hugh Leiper stated the easement was on the plat and he accepted the plat as acted upon by the City Plan Commission. Councilman Johnson then offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 201209 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the final plat of the subdivision known as "Leiper Subdivision No. 2", approved by the City Planning Commission of the City of Austin on March 12, 1953, be and the same is hereby accepted and authorized to be filed of record in the office of the County Clerk of Travis County, Texas, in accordance with the provisions of the laws of the State of Texas, and the ordinances of the City of Austin, and that this action of the City Council be indicated by appropriate notation, signed by the Mayor, on the original plat of said subdivision prior to its recording in the Plat Records of Travis County, Texas. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: Absent: Mayor Drake None 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 final plat of the subdivision known as "Resubdivision of Lots 1 thru 4 Inclusive of Peschka Subdivision", approved by the City Planning Commission of the City of Austin on March 12, 1953, be and the same is hereby accepted and authorized to be filed of record in the office of the County Clerk of Travis County, Texas, in accordance with the provisions of the laws of the State of Texas, and the ordinances of the City of Austin, and that this action of the City Council be indicated by appropriate notation, signed by the Mayor, on the original plat of said subdivision prior to its recording in the Plat Records of Travis County, Texas. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: Absent: Mayor Drake None Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING PHOTOGRAPHIC REPRODUCTION AND DESTRUCTION OF CERTAIN RECORDS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION; DECLARING SUCH PHOTOGRAPHIC REPRODUCTIONS TO BE ORIGINAL RECORDS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Long 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, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 210 210 The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Long 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, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Long moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake The Mayor Pro-tem announced the ordinance had been finally passed. An ordinance appointing Election Judges and Clerks to serve at the various polling places was brought up for consideration. Councilman Long moved that the name of Mr. Charles R. Davis be inserted in Ward 4-J in the place of Mr. Dick Tisdale and the names of Mr. and Mrs. G. L. Huckaby be placed as alternates in Ward 4-F. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake Mayor Pro-tem MacCörkle then introduced the following ordinance as amended: AN ORDINANCE APPOINTING ELECTION JUDGES AND CLERKS TO SERVE AT THE VARIOUS POLLING PLACES IN THE VARIOUS ELECTIONS TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN DURING THE TERM OF TWO YEARS; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; 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 Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake 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 Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 211 211 The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman White moved that the The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried ordinance be finally passed. by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake The Mayor Pro-tem announced the ordinance had been finally passed as amended. Mr. O. Ashley, Brykerwoods area, asked for better election facilities.. Councilman Long asked the Clerk to check the boothes and see that they are in good order. Couricilman Johnson moved that the Judges be notified of all their help and that the Judges notify them as to how many he will need to open the polls, such number to be no less than four. All the rest be notified to come when needed and a copy of the letter sent to the Judges be sent to each worker. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake 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 Jacob A. Newborn, Jr., is incorrect for the following reason: "According to the owner, there were no improvements on the described property as of January 1, 1952. "I recommend that I be authorized to reduce the assessed valuation on such property as follows: YEAR 1952 DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY Lot 12, Outlot 32, Div. C, Cherrywood Annex, Plat 239, Item 214. (Improvements) Known as 3310 Hemlock. ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE RECOMMENDED VALUE $2130 "(Sgd) T. B. Marshall Assessor and Collector of Taxes" Councilman White 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 Jacob A. Newborn, CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 212212 Jr., 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 12, Outlot 32, Div. C, Cherrywood Annex, Plat 239, Item 214. Known as 3310 Hemlock. $2130 RECOMMENDED VALUE 0 And the City Tax Assessor and Collector is authorized and directed to make such change in the tax rolls. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake 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 Bryant and Collins is incorrect for the following reasons: "For the year 1951 an erroneous assessment was placed against Bryant and Collins, as this firm dissolved partnership prior to January 1, 1951, the date of the tax levy. However, it has been verified that M. Z. Collins was subject to assessment of $260.00 for machinery and equipment as of January 1, 1951, and A. W. Bryant was subject to assessment of $200.00 coverning his power saw and equipment as of January 1, 1951. "For the year 1952 an erroneous assessment was placed against Bryant and Collins for an assessable value of $1000.00 covering machinery and equipment. However, as of January 1, A. W. Bryant rendered $210 assessable value on equipment. "Furthermore, as of Jan. 1, 152, M. Z. Collins was subject to a tax assessment of $300.00 value on machinery and equipment. "I recommend that I be authorized to reduce the assessed valuation on such property as follows: CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 213 213 YEAR DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY 1951 Equipment assessed against Bryant and Collins 1952 Equipment of Bryant and Collins ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE RECOMMENDED VALUE $500. 0 $1000. 0 "It is further recommended that I be authorized to place the following items on supplemental tax rolls. YEAR DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY RECOMMENDED VALUE 1951 Machinery and Equipment of M. Z. Collins $260 1951 1952 Power Saw and Equipment of A. W. Bryant Machinery and Equipment of M. $200. Z. Collins $300. "(Sgd) T. B. Marshall Assessor and Collector of Taxes" Councilman White 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 Bryant and Collins, and has found the same to be erroneous for the reasons stated in his certificate delivered to the City Council and filed with theCity 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 assessments for the years shown be, and the same are, hereby adjusted and corrected to fix the assessed value therein as indicated. YEAR DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE 1951 Equipment assessed against $500. RECOMMENDED VALUE 0 Bryant and Collins. 1952 Equipment of Bryant and Collins $1000. 0 1952 Machinery and Equipment of $260. M. Z. Collins 1951 Power Saw and Equipment of $200. A. W. Bryant $300. 1952 Machinery and Equipment of M. Z. Collins And the City Tax Assessor and Collector is authorized and directed to make such change in the tax rolls. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 214214 The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake 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 Leonard Krueger is incorrect for the following reasons: "According to an affidavit submitted by the property owner, there were no improvements at 1518 St. Johns as of January 1, 1951. The records of the Building Inspector confirm this information. "I recommend that I be authorized to reduce the assessed valuation on such property as follows: YEAR 1951 DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE RECOMMENDED VALUE Lot 26, Block D, Crestview Addition Section #2, Plat 322, Item 124, located at 1518 St. Johns. 1,880 "(Sgd) T. B. Marshall 0 City Tax Assessor and Collector" Councilman White 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 Leonard H. Krueger, 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, Thereofre, 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 1951 Lot 26, Block D, Crestview Addition Section #2, Plat 322, Item 124, located at 1518 St. Johns. 1,880 0 And the City Tax Assessor and Collector is authorized and directed to make such change in the tax rolls. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 215215 Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle None Absent: Mayor Drake 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 Jacob. A. Newborn, Jr. is incorrect for the following reason: "According to the owner, there were no improvements on the described property 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 16, Outhot 32, Div. C, Cherrywood Annex, Plat 239, Item 218. (Known as 3318 Hemlock) ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE RECOMMENDED VALUE $2130 "(Sgd) T. B. Marshall 0 Assessor and Collector of Taxes" Councilman White 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 Jacob A. Newborng Jrheandxhassfound theesamentoebe 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 $2130 0 1952 Improvements on Lot 16, Outlot 32, Div. C, Cherrywood Annex, Plat 239, Item 218. (Known as 3318 3318 Hemlock.) And the City Tax Assessor and Collector is authorized and directed to make such change in the tax rolls. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 216216 The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake 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 Thomas A. Mayes is incorrect for the following reasons: "During 1952, the property owner requested a reinspection of his premise by our appraisers, but the inspection did not occur until after January 1st. It is the recommendation of our appraisal division that the unit per square foot, pertaining to the improvements, be reduced from $4.00 to $3.85 for the residence portion and that a five per cent allowance for depreciation be applied to the residence and the garage. The reinspection revealed that the building consisted of used material, namely an army barracks, which construction was not originally noted because of the concealment resulting from the stone veneer feature. "I recommend that I be authorized to reduce the assessedvaluation on such property as follows: YEAR - 1952 DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY Lots 17 & 18, Blk. 4, O.L. 26, Div. B, McKinley Heights, Plat 254, Item 45, located on 1306 McKinley Street. ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE RECOMMENDED VALUE 5,420 "(Sgd) T. B. Marshall 4,970 City Tax Assessor and Collector" Councilman White 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 Thomas A. Mayes, 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 Lots 17 & 18, Block 4, Outlot 26, Div.B, McKinley Heights, Plat 254, Item 245, located on, 1306 McKinley Street. 5,420 4,970 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 21217 And the City Tax Assessor and Collector is authorized and directed to make such change in the tax rolls. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake 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 Odis Olan Anderson is incorrect for the following reasons: "According to a letter from Ed Willenberg, contractor, the improvements on the described property were only 20 per cent completed as of January 1, 1952. The records of the Plumbing Inspector verify this status of incompletion. "I recommend that I be authorized to reduce the assessed valuation on such property as follows: YEAR 1952 DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY 0 Lot 35, Block I, Crestview Addition Section #26, Plat 317, Item 92, located at 1207-B Pasadena. ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE RECOMMENDED VALUE 4,110 "(Sgd) T. B. Marshall 2,890 City Tax Assessor and Collector" Councilman White 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 Odis Olan Anderson, 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 35, Block 1, 4,110 Crestview Addition, Section #6, Plat 317, Item 92 located at 1207-B Pasadena. 2,890 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 218 218 And the City Tax Assessor and Collector is authorized and directed to make such change in the tax rolls. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle None Absent: Mayor Drake 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 Council of the City of Austin hereby approves as a filling station site the property located at the northwest corner of the intersection of Lake Austin Boulevard and Hearn Street which property fronts 100 feet on Lake Austin Boulevard and 90 feet on Hearn Street and being known as a portion of the George W. Spear League in the City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, and hereby authorizes the said Odas Jung to construct, maintain and operate a drivein gasoline filling station and to construct curbs, ramps and sidewalks in conjunction therewith, subject to the same being constructed in compliance with all ordinances relating thereto, and further subject to the foregoing attached recommendations and plans; and the Building Inspector is hereby authorized to issue an occupancy permit for the operation of this filling station after full compliance with all the provisions of this resolution, and said permission shall be held to be granted and accepted 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, Traffic and Fire Regulations; and the right of revocation is retained, if, after hearing, it is found by the City Council that the said Odas Jung has failed and refused and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations, and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "Mr. Walter Seaholm City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Sir: "March 20, 1953 "We, the undersigned, have considered the application of Odas Jung for permission to construct, maintain and operate a drive-in gasoline filling station and to construct commercial driveways in connection therewith upon the property located at the northwest corner of the intersection of Lake Austin Boulevard and Hearn Street which property fronts 100 feet on Lake Austin Boulevard and 90 feet on Hearn Street and being known as a portion of the George W. Spear League in the City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, and the property upon which this filling station is to be located is owned by Odas Jung and we hereby advise that the following conditions exist: "The property upon which this filling station is to be located is designated as "C" Commercial Use District upon the Zoning maps of the City of Austin. "There are no storm water drainage facilities in place adjacent to this CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 219 219 property. The storm sewer and surface drainage from this filling station is to be disposed of in such a manner that such water and other surface drainage will not flow across the sidewalk area into the street. "We recommend that Odas Jung be granted permission to construct, maintain and operate said drive-in gasoline filling station and to construct curbs, ramps and sidewalks in conjunction therewith, subject to the following conditions. "(1) That all buildings and equipment shall be placed inside of the property line, correct lines to be obtained before construction starts or equipment is installed. Lines and grades to be obtained from the Department of Public Works for entrances and driveways, building lines to be approved by the City Building Inspector. That the applicant shall confer with the Department of Public Works as to future grades of the sidewalks and gutters on the adjacent streets before he starts any construction relative to the filling station. "(2) That only underground tanks shall be used and that all pumps shall be so located that it will be impracticable to service motor vehicles therefrom white said motor vehicles are standing on any part of a sidewalk, street or alley. "(3) That the gasoline tanks, pumps and all equipment used in connection with the storage and handling of gasoline shall be an approved type and shall bear the label of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. and that all construction of the filling station improvements shall be in accord with the Building Ordinance, the Zoning Ordinance, the Filling Station Ordinance, and in accordance with the ordinance prohibiting the disposal of commercial water or oils upon the City Streets. "(4) That the grades of the station shall be such that no waste water or oils or any floor washings shall ever pass over the City sidewalk area and that all of said oils and water shall be concentrated into a combined grease and sand trap which shall be constructed in accordance with our standard plan 2H 146. "(5) That all filling station improvements, pump islands, driveways, ramps, gutters, sidewalks and curbs shall be constructed of concrete at the expense of the applicant as set forth upon the plan hereto attached, which plan bears the Department of Public Works file number 2-H-1162. "(6) Expansion joints shall be constructed as shown aupon the plan hereto attached marked 2-H-1162 and shall be of the pre-moulded type. "(7) When the owner considers that he has complied with all the requirements of the City of Austin for filling stations, he shall apply for a final inspection and upon approval, the Building Inspector shall issue a Certification of Operation before such filling station can be put into service. "Respectfully submitted, (Sgd) C. G. Levander by NEL Director of Public Works (Sgā) J. C. Eckert Building Inspector" The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle None Absent: Mayor Drake 220220 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 David Harrell, Jr.,, as described in the Travis County Deed Records as Lots 1 and 2, Cherico Scenic Oaks, and hereby authorizes the said David Harrell, 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 David Harrell, 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: "March 19, 1953 "I, the undersigned, have reviewed the plans and have considered the application of David Harrell, Jr., owner of a piece of property located up-stream from the westerly extension of the south line of Windsor Road and listed in the Travis County Deed Records as Lots laand 2, Cherico Scenic Oaks, and locally known as 2523 Scenic Drive, for permission to construct and maintain a boat dock projecting out into the lake approximately 24 feet. The construction details meeting all requirements, I therefore recommend that if David Harrell, 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, 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 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 takkle, and no living quarters of any character shall be erected on amyppier, 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 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 22221 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" The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE PERPETUALLY VACATING AND CLOSING THAT CERTAIN PUBLIC WAY FIFTEEN FEET IN WIDTH WESTERLY FROM LEIGH STREET TO HARTFORD ROAD, IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS, AND RETAINING EASEMENTS FOR ALL UTILITIES IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN; AND SUSPENDING THE ORDINANCE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF AN ORDINANCE ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman White moved that The the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake 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, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman White, moved that the órdinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carréed by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle None Absent: Mayor Drake The Mayor Pro-tem announced the ordinance had been finally passed. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 222222 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 final plat of the subdivision known as "Great Oaks Section Two" approved by the City Planning Commission on March 12, 1953, be and the same is hereby accepted and authorized to be filed of record in the office of the County Clerk of Travis County, Texas in accordance with the provisions of the laws of the State of Texas, and the ordinances of the City of Austin, and that this action of the City Council be indicated by appropriate notation, signed by the Mayor on the original plat of said subdivision prior to its recording in the Plat Records of Travis County, Texas. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: CouncilmenJohnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake 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 final plat of the subdivision known as "La Ronde", approved by the City Plan Commission of the City of Austin on November 13, 1952, be and the same is hereby accepted and authorized to be filed of record in the office of the County Clerk of Fravis County, Texas, in accordance with the provisions of the laws of the State of Texas, and the ordinances of the City of Austin, and that this action of the City Council be indicated by appropriate notation, signed by the Mayor on the original plat of said subdivision prior to its recording in the Plat Records of Travis County, Texas. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes; Absent: Mayor Drake None Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle 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 SECTION 23(d) OF ARTICLE IV RELATING TO LOADING ZONE LOCATIONS AND BY AMENDING SECTION 23 OF ARTTULE IV BY ADDING THERETO A NEW SUBSECU TION DESIGNATED (e) RELATING TO LOADING ZONES FOR PARALLEL CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 223 223 PARKING ONLY REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. 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, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake 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, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake 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, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake The Mayor Pro-tem announced the ordinance had been finally passed. The City Manager submitted the following request from Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta, Tau Deuteron Chapter: "Dear Mr. Seaholm: "For the past 25 years, the highlight of our college social life has been our annual costume ball. This event is eagerly anticipated by students and faculty of the University of Texas. "This year, we have chosen as out theme, a Potif in keeping with our newly decorated home at 300 W. 27th. To afford added covenience and a place to dance, we seek permission to block off the street immediately in front of our property. That is, from the intersection of the 2700 block of Whitis and the 300 block of 27th to the intersection of Guadalupe and 27th. In order to provide sufficient time for decorating, we would like to block off the street at 1 pm on the afternoon of April 10. The street could again be opened to traffic at 12:45 am of the following day. We feel this time limit would not cause excessive inconvenience to the residents of Scottish Rite Dormitory or to our neighbor, Mr. Lem Scarbrough, who has already given his approval of this action. "We would appreciate your consideration of our request and ask for immediate action as our invitations are scheduled for printing next week. 11 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 2224 Councilman Long moved that the request of Phi Gamma Delta to block off the street from the intersection of the 2700 block of Whitis Street and the 300 block of 27th Street to the intersection of Guadalupe and 27th Street from 1. P.M. on the afternoon of April 10th until 12:45 A.M. of the following day for a street dance be granted. Themotion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle None Absent: Mayor Drake The City Manager submitted the following request from the American Legion: "Mr. Walter Seaholm, Manager City of Austin Municipal Building Austin, Texas "Dear Mr. Seaholm: "The American Legion of the State of Texas is joining with the 50th Anniversary of Power Flight in Aviation and the State Civil Defense in a celebration in Austin on Saturday, April 11, 1953. "Mr. Albert Brown, State Commander of the American Legion, Mr. William C. McGill of the State Civil Defense, Mr. Clifford Green of the Texas Aeronautics Commission and their committees have asked me to write you for permission to use the Municipal Airport of Austin for an aerial show (mostly military) from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. Everything done will have the approval of the Civil Aeronautics Administration. "We have a large number of private and business planes from all over the state bringing in Legionnaires and air defense personnel. "We will need some space in the airport for a static display of airplanes, defense trucks, and similar materials. "We shall be glad to furnish any other information you need. "Cordially yours, (Sgd) C. C. Colvert District Coordinator of Aviation" Councilman Long moved that the American Legion be granted permission to use the Municipal Airport for an aerial show April 11, 1953, the details to be worked out by the City Manager. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle None Absent: Mayor Drake Councilman Johnson offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 225 225 WHEREAS, on March 17, 1953, bids were received for the construction of network transformer vaults at the following locations: West 24th Street and San Antonio Street Alley, West 23rd Street and San Antonio Street Alley, West 22nd Street and San Antonio Street Alley, Lavaca Street and West 14th Street Alley, Lavaca Street and West 13th Street Alley, Lavaca Street and West 12th Street Alley; and, WHEREAS, the bid of Maufrais Brothers, Inc. in the sum of $7,732.50 was the lowest and best bid, and the acceptance of such bid has been recommended by the Superintendent of Electric Department of the City of Austin and by the City Manager; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the bid of Maufrais Brothers, Inc. be and the same is hereby accepted, and W. E. Seaholm, City Manager, is hereby authorizied and directed to execute a contract with Maufrais Brothers, Inc. for the construction of network transformer vaults at West 24th Street and San Antonio Street Alley, West 23rd Street and San Antonio Street Alley, West 22nd Street and San Antonio Street Alley, Lavaca Street and West 14th Street Alley, Lavaca Street and West 13th Street Alley, and Lavaca Street and West 12th StreetAlley; on the basis of its bid of $7,732.50. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Ayes Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake Councilman White 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 Herbert C. Crume and Claude M. Pendley, Jr., 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. 696-C - ) The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle None Noes: Absent: Mayor Drake Councilman White 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 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 22 226 enter into a contract on behalf of the City of Austin with Austin Corporation 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 Sewers - Sanitary - Contract File No.674-C) The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake Mr. O. Ashley appeared protesting the conduct of the Tax Appraisers that valued his property. He was referred to the Tax Assessor and Collector. Naomi Ruth Kennard, 1136 Salina, stated there was a tree in the street directly across from her driveway and it was hard for her to get in and out of her driveway. She would like for the City to cut it down but the people across the street thought it was on their property and they did not want it cut down. Mr. Seaholm was asked to check this. Mr. Don J. Hahn, 3318 Bowman Avenue, appeared before the Council asking for a Boat Launching Dock. The City Manager stated he had met with a committee from the Fine Arts Association and was working on an agreement with them whereby the City Could use about 2 acres of thieir land at the end of West 35th Street for a launching dock in exchange for the use of the Coliseum for their Fine Arts Festival this year and next year. CouncilmanWhite stated that Judge James W. McClendon had called him and asked the Council not to act on this until they had a chance to appear before the Council. It was brought out that the Lake would be lowered for only about two more weeks and if the launching dock was to be built this year it should be done now. Countilman Long moved that the City Manager be instructed to proceed as fast as possible with the plans as he had outlined them to the Council. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: Councilman White (With the statement that he was for having a boat dock close to town but Judge McClendon had asked to be heard and should be given a chance to be heard.) Absent: Mayor Drake Councilman Long asked about the study of sidewalks around the schools. The City Manager stated he was working on it. Councilman Long asked about the Street lights in Cedar Valley. The City Manager stated this was a new subdivision and is about two miles from a street circuit and they would get to it as soon as they could but probably not this year. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 227227 Councilman Long brought up the traffic situation on Northland Drive. She stated the gravel trucks speeded on this long thoroughfare and asked that 4-way stop signs be placed somewhere on Northland Drive to slow up the traffic. The City Manager stated he thought it would be better to patrol this street more and have better enforcement. He stated he would check this. Councilman Long stated she had had complaints from Taxicab Companies objecting to Delivery Services carrying passengers. The City Manager stated he would bring a recommendation to the Council to incorporate them into the Taxi Ordinance. Councilman White inquired about opening Summit Street to Woodland. Mr. Noble Latson, Assistant Director of Public Works, stated they did not have the right of way to get the traffic off of Woodland and this was pending a new subdivision. Councilman White inquired about extending the penalty and interest date on taxes. The City Attorney stated that under the new Charter the Council cannot extend this date. Councilman Dong inquired about a letter from the pastor of the Grace Methodist Church at Leona and East 12th Street regarding the problem of laying the sidewalk so as to save three trees. The City Manager stated this had been taken care of. Councilman Long inquired about the Audit as she had not received hers. The City Manager stated they were in his office and he would give them to them now. Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle commended the City Manager and the Administration for the information given to the Council and the public. Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle stated he had attended a Board meeting of the American Municipal Association last week. He stated this group was very interested in aid to citiesfrom the Federal Government for Airports, Housing and Civilian Defense. Also the President is considering appointing a committee to study inter-governmental relations. Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle stated the City was stunned by the loss of two Police Officers killed in a car accident last Friday. Councilman Long then offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, Captain Warren W. Blackman and Sergeant Jerry Joslin have lost their lives in a common disaster, after long and faithful service in the Police Department of the City of Austin; and, CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 22228 WHEREAS, the sincerity of purpose and devotion to duty which was inherent in both of them has endeared them to the hearts of the citizens of Austin and to their fellow officers; and, WHEREAS, their professional accomplishments reflect credit upon the City and upon the department of which they were members; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That expression now be given to the esteem and respect which the people of Austin and the City Council hold for Captain Blackman and Sergeant Joslin, and to the Council's sorrow in the loss of these outstanding officers. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Council extend its condolence to the families of these officers, and that this Resolution be entered in the Minutes of the City Council and a copy signed by the members of the Council be sent to the family of each of them. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, Long, White, Mayor Pro-tem MacCorkle Noes: None Absent: Mayor Drake The Council received notice from the City Manager that the following zoning applications had been referred to the Plan Commission: J. L. Teague 4501 Speedway E. T. & F. Ralph Schneider Trustees by James Rogers 1411 E. 7th St. to From A Residence C Commercial M. K. Hage, Jr. From C Commercial To 1700 & 1702. W. 5th C-1 Commercial From B Residence To C Commercial There being no further business, the Council adjourned at 12:30 P.Μ. subject to the call of the Mayor. ATTEST: Grace Monroe Deputy City Clerk APPROVED Caple Mayor Pro-tem