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Austin: Transit, Zoning, & City Leadership

Thursday, May 28, 1953 regular
  • Controversial Zoning:

    Council members deferred a decision on contentious industrial rezoning, opposed by homeowners, and rejected a commercial rezoning application despite planning commission approval.
  • Transit Financial Safeguards:

    New regulations for Austin Transit, Inc. set fares and mandated a $25,000 reserve fund for accident claims, funded by a percentage of gross receipts.
  • Leadership Change & Dissent:

    The City Manager was reappointed by a narrow 3-2 vote, with one council member publicly explaining their dissenting "no" vote.
  • Paving and Drainage Challenges:

    Discussions highlighted the new Interregional Highway's impact on local paving budgets, and the city moved to acquire an easement for a critical drainage project in a flood-prone neighborhood.

Full Transcript

440 440 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Regular Meeting May 28, 1953 10:00 AM Council Chamber, City Hall Roll call: The meeting was called to order with Mayor McAden presiding. Present: Councilmen Long, Pearson, Thompson, White, Mayor McAden Absent: None Present also: W. E. Seaholm, City Manager; W. T. Williams, Jr., City Attorney; C. G. Levander, Director of Public Works. Church. Invocation was delivered by REV. C. L. BOWLES, St. Johnson Lutheran Councilman Long moved that the reading of the Minutes be dispensed with and the Minutes be approved as sent out. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Pearson, Thompson, White, Mayor McAden Noes: None MR. JOHN ADAMS, Jr.Chamber of Commerce, Chairman of the Public Health Committee and the Clean-up, Paint-up, and Fix-up Committee, expressed appreciation to the City for the help it had given through the Administration Departments, the Public Works, Sanitation and Fire Departments. He expressed appreciation to the Council for its help. 441 441 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS MR. NEVILLE JOHNSTON, along with Mr. M. W. GOVE, retiring president of the P.T.A. of Travis Heights School; and MRS. JOHN C. BUTLER, Secretary-Treasurer, appeared, to keep alive their requests for paving around the school, and asking that the 1900-2000 Block of Alameda Drive be included in the paving program. The Director of Public Works stated the list was being made up now for the next program, and it was his understanding these two blocks were on the list. Councilman Thompson inquired about the procedure in the paving program. It was explained, and the City Manager stated the amount of paving now depended on the amount of bond money left after the right-of-way for the Interregional was obtained, and he thought within two months it would be known; and at that time he could submit the paving project to the Council. Councilman Thompson wondered if the construction of the Interregional Highway had slowed down the general paving throughout the City. Councilman Long did not think it had in the past; but on this part of the Highway it was the feeling of the Council to purchase the right-of-way and then spend what was left on paving. A general discussion was held on the new highway. It was stated this time, all the right-of-way would be completed from the river south to the San Antonio Highway; that the City would have to move some power and sewer lines. Public Hearing was held at 10:30 on the Paving Program covering paving on Rosewood Avenue from the west property line of Bedford Street to the east property line of Webberville Road, Unit No. 1; and on Webberville Road from the south property line of Thompson Street tothe north property line of Goodwin Avenue, Unit No. 2. The City Attorney explained the purpose of the hearing was to consider the assessment of part of the cost of paving Rosewood Avenue from Bedford Street to Webberville Road and Webberville Road from Thompson to Goodwin Aveme; that a notice of hearing was published in the American-Statesman on May 18th and 19th, 1953. MR. NOBLE LATSON explained the type of construction to consist of six inches of hot mix asphaltic concrete pavement upon a four inch flexible sub--base, and explained the method of financing it. MR. JOE CROW stated to the Council that the value of the property would be enhanced to an amount equal to the cost of putting in the paving; that he had examined this property and he was familiar with all of this area. No property owner appeared to be heard. The Mayor asked if there were any other parties present who desired to be heard on any matter in connection with the improvements under consideration, but there being no other persons who wished to be heard at such hearing, Councilman Pearson moved that the hearing be closed and that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare an Ordinance incorporating the findings of the City Council when made. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Pearson, Thompson, White, Mayor McAden Noes: None Councilman Long inquired if paving increased the taxes on the property. The City Attorney stated that would depend entirely on the appraisals made in the tax department. 442 442 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS MR. JOE CROW made a statement that all subdivisions should be required to have proper paving and drainage before being opened; as it would stop reckless subdividing; and if this were required, it would be necessary to build houses, and this would increase the tax value, bring in more utility money, etc. Councilman Pearson stated it was his understanding a recommendation would be submitted to the Council, and he wanted to give it a lot of study. FORMER SENATOR JOE HILL inquired if the taxpayers were paying for the paving around the Housing project. It was explained the Housing Authority, the Schools, and the few private property owners, and the City were paying for this paving, each respectively for their part. Pursuant to published notice thereof, the Council publicly heard the following zoning applications: C. B. SMITH (By W.Sale Lewis) W. P. WEBB, MRS. IRMA WRIGHT & A. B. BEDDOW, (By W. Sale Lewis MRS. MAY FINKEL- STEIN (By Willard Finkelstein) 600-602 Canion Street 604-06-08 Canion St. 610-12 Canion St. From "A" Residence To "D" Industrial NOT RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission From "A" Residence To "D" Industrial NOT RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission From "A" Residence To "D" Industrial NOT RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission The Council heard the above applications as one application. MR. W. SALE LEWIS, attorney for the applicants, stated the change of zoning was to extend the industrial zoning already in the neighborhood; that MR. I. A. EBAUGH wanted to build a new warehouse on Lot 14--not a warehouse in the sense there would be trucks coming and going, but more of a storeage place. MR. ROBERT SNEED represented the opposition, and listed his clients, stating some duplications of names appeared on his list and on a petition of MR. EBAUGH. He filed a copy of deed restrictions applicable to all the lots. He asked the Council to protect these small home owners from the industrial zoning; and that the development of an industrial area here would mean channeling trucks right through this residential area. MR. P. E. McCullough, Mr. Derden Wofford, and Mrs. Dale Peterson, all home owners, spoke against the change. Mr. G. B. Knape felt it would be to the city's advantage to have this industrial zoning. Mrs. Richards, 612 Brentwood was opposed. MR. EBAUGH outlined what he wanted to build on Lot 14, and outlined the advantages of extending the switch lines of the Southern Pacific to this property. DR. PRESCOTT WEBB and Mr. A.B.BEDDOW spoke in favor of the change. Council Pearson suggested that the Council look at this property before making a final decision. Councilman Thompson moved that the Council look over this area and make a personal visit and take definite action next Thursday. The motion, seconded by Councilman Pearson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Pearson, Thompson, White, Mayor McAden Noes: None 443 443 CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS ROY SCHNAUTZ 1407 West 5th Street From "D" Industrial To "C-1" Commercial RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission MR. ROY SCHNAUTZ appeared in his own behalf. MRS. HELENA HARDCASTLE, 1501 West 6th, spoke in opposition. MR. BERNARD HYLTIN representing his sister, Mrs. Mabel Hyltin at 1501 West 5th Street, protested the "C-1" zoning change. DR. GEORGE LEGGETT, representing her mother, Mrs. George Felter, spoke in opposition. Councilman Long moved that the application NOT be granted as recommended by the Planning Commission. The motion, seconded by Councilman Thompson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Pearson, Thompson, White, Mayor McAden Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been DENTED. The Mayor laid before the Council the ordinance prescribing rates and fares to be changed by the Austin Transit, Inc. Conncilman Thompson moved that the ordinance be amended to require the Company to maintain a special reserve fund from which would be paid tort claims against the Company in an amount of $25,000 to be paid in from one percent of the gross receipts until such sum was accumulated. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Pearson, Thompson, White, Mayor McAden Noes: None The Mayor then introduced the following ordinance as amended: AN ORDINANCE PRESCRIBING RATES AND FARES TO BE CHARGED BY AUSTIN TRANSIT, INC.; REQUIRING AUSTIN TRANSIT, INC. TO FILE AN ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT AND MAINTAIN A RESERVE FUND FOR CLAIMS; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND DECLAR- ING 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 Pearson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Pearson, Thompson, White, Mayor McAden 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 Pearson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Pearson, Thompson, White, Mayor McAden Noes: None dy b 444 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS The ordinance was read the third time, and Councilman White moved that it be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Pearson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Pearson, Thompson, White, Mayor McAden Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. MRS. JOE B. RAMSEY, 5708 Joe Sayers, submitted a petition asking for construction of a proper drainage system in the area between the 5700 block of Woodrow Avenue, Joe Sayers Avenue and Arroyo Seca. The petition was signed by 65 residents. She displayed pictures showing the area during a flood. Councilman Thompson inquired if the development of the area surrounding this one had contributed to increasing the overflow of the drainage ditch in question, and had imposed an additional health hazard on the community here. The Director of Public Works explained that it had added to the problem, and the Department had made surveys of this, and it was necessary to obtain an easement over some property to deepen the ditch. The ditch had been dug by the subdivider, and the city had no easement over one particular piece of property. Councilman Thompson felt that if the development of the other property had caused an additional burden, it was up to the City to do something about it. Councilman Pearson asked if after the ditch were dug, would it then be necessary to put concrete pipe in, or would the people be satisfied with the deepening of the ditch. Mrs. Ramsey stated they would, and in addition wanted the city to keep the weeds cut in the ditch. The Councilman Long moved that the City Manager be instructed to proceed with the securing of the easement and report back in two weeks as to the progress. The motion, seconded by Councilman Pearson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Pearson, Thompson, White, Mayor McAden Noes: None (Property that the easement is desired belongs to M.B.HARRIS) The Council received notice from the City Manager that the following applications for change of zoning had been referred to the Plan Commission: G. W. SEIDERS By Bruce K. Muir 3025 Guadalupe To From "C-1" Commercial "C-2" Commercial MR. ROGAN B. GILES 3717 East Avenue From "A" Residence To "C" Commercial TED WENDLANDT HENRY J. SASSE 1301-05 Ft. View Rd. & 4300-06 Banister Lane MRS. B.A.FRANKE By Grigsby & Tippitt 1207 Nueces Street From "A" Residence To "C" Commercial From "B" Residence To "C" Commercial 445 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 445 Councilman Long offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, Mrs. Mattie Taylor has made application in writing for permission to operate a nursing home (convalescent Home) complying with all City and State regulations on an unplatted lot 50x150, in the City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, being located on the northeast corner of South 1st and Clarke Streets and locally known as 3911 South 1st Street, which property is located in a "B" Residence District and under Section #5, Item #6 of the Zoning Ordinance requires a special permit from the City Council; and WHEREAS, this application has been considered and approved by the City Council of the City of Austin, therefore BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: THAT permission for the use and maintenance of the described property as a nursing home (convalescent home) be granted to Mrs. Mattie Taylor. The motion, seconded by Councilman Pearson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Pearson, Thompson, White, Mayor McAden Noes: None Councilman White 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, and said maps or plans have been considered by the City Council; therefore BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: THAT 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 gas main in West 12th Street, from a point 42 feet west of Wayside Drive westerly 220 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6.5 feet south of and parallel to the north property line of said West 12th Street. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of notless than 2½ feet. (2) A gas main in NORWALK LANE, from West 12th Street southerly 235 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6.5 feet west of and parallel to the east property line of said NORWALK LANE. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2½ feet. HHG 446 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS (3) A gas main in SHOAL CREEK BLVD., from a point 137 feet north of Hilwin Circle southerly 144 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6.5 feet west of and parallel to the east property line of said SHOAL CREEK BLVD. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of notless than 2½ feet. (4) A gas main in HILWIN CIRCLE, from Shoal Creek Blvd. westerly 607 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6.5 feet south of and parallel to the north property line of said HILWIN CIRCLE. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of notless than 22 feet. (5) A gas main in NEWMAN DRIVE, from a point 22 feet south of West 10th Street northerly 66 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 7.5 feet west of and parallel to the east property line of said NEWMAN DRIVE. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of notless than 2 feet. (6) A gas main in WEST 10th STREET, from Newman Drive westerly 70 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6.5 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 notless than 22 feet. The Southern Union Gas Company is hereby put ppon 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 hend, 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 elevations or working points from which to base the location of their assignments, they shall apply to the Department of Public Works not less than three (3) days before such information is required. The Southern Union Gas Company is further put upon notice that they will be required to bear the expense of repairs. or replacment of any underground utility damaged during the construction of lines named in this resolution. AND THAT whenver pavement is cut in the vicinity of a fire plug, water must be used at intervals during the course of backfilling of the ditches THAT the work and laying of said gas mains, including the excavation in the streets, and the restoration and maintenance of said streets after said mains have been laid shall be under the supervision and direction of the City Manager, and under all the pretinent terms and conditions of the certain franchises granted to said company by the City of Austin. 447 447 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Pearson, Thompson, White, Mayor McAden Noes: None Councilman Long offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on May 25, 1953, for the installation of air conditioning in the Austin Public Library; and, WHEREAS, the bid of Climate Incorporated in the sum of $31,780.00 was the lowest and best responsible bid therefor, and the acceptance of such bid has been recommended by A. T. Mosses, Mechanical Engineer Consultant, and by the Superintendent of the Electrical Division 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 Climate Incorporated in the sum of $31,780.00 be and the same is hereby accepted, and W. E. Seaholm, City Manager of the City of Austin is hereby authorized and directed to execute a contract on behalf of the City of Austin with Climate Incorporated for the installation of air conditioning in the Austin Public Library. The motion, seconded by Councilman Pearson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Pearson, Thompson, White, Mayor McAden Noes: None Mayor McAden 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 159179, INCLUSIVE, OF THE ORDINANCE RECORDS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN BY AMENDING SECTION 12(b) OF ARTICLE III RELATING TO STOP SIGN LOCATIONS; 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 Pearson 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 Long, Pearson, Thompson, White, Mayor McAden Noes: None CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 448 448 The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Pearson 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 Long, Pearson, Thompson, White, Mayor McAden Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Pearson moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Pearson, Thompson, White, Mayor McAden Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor McAden 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 21 (b) OF ARTICLE IV, RELATING TO PARKING PROHIBITED AT ALL TIMES; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND SUSPENDEING 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 White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Pearson, Thompson, White, Mayor McAden Noes: None The ordinance was read the second timeand 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 Long, Pearson, Thompson, White, Mayor McAden Noes: None 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 Long, Pearson, Thompson, White, Mayor McAden Noes: None The Mayor announced the ordinance had been finally passed. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 449 In this connection Councilman Long thought a study should be made of all those alleys in that area with the view of prohibiting parking, and an ordinance drawn to cover. The Council had before it the following tabulation of sealed bids on tires and tubes publicly opened May 12, 1953, at 2:00 P.M.: "DISCOUNTS OFFERED FROM LIST PRICE ON TIRES AND TUBES AND PRICES ON TIRE AND TUBE REPAIR Piland & Willie Reed Austin Bill Hma B. F. ITEM Elliott Kocurek Sales Goodyear blett Goodrich Passenger Tires 35% 30% 44% 22-11-6% No bid 10-10-10-10% Passenger Tubes 35 30 140 27-11-6 10-10-10-10 Truck Tires 32 30-10 Truck Tubes 32 30-10 46 46 20-11-5-5 10-10-10-10 30-11-5-5 體 10-10-10-10 Recapping 35 both 40 46 30 40 30 Vulcanizing 40 Pass. Tube Repair Truck Tube Repair .75¢ $1.00 .75 .75 No bid .75 up to & incl. 750 x 20 1.50 825 x 20 and 2.00 1.50 1.50 1.25 900 x 20 2.00 over 900 x 20 2.50 Cash Discount 2% 2% 2% 2% Make or Brand Fisk US Royal Dayton Goodyear 2% Goodrich NEW PASSENGER AND TRUCK TIRES AND TUBES ITEM Piland & Elliott Total passenger tires & tubes $7,448.48 Total truck tires and tubes 24,937.54 Willie Kocurek Reed Austin Sales Goodyear Bill Ham- B. F. blett $8,027.45 $5,969.15 $ 7,250.52 No bid 23,236.13 19,909.22 23,432.48 No bid Goodrich $ 7,309.19 21,704.53 Recapping of tires on which bids for recapping were taken. Reed Sales Company was low bidder on each of the 24 sizes, however, ranging in bids from $5.81 on recapping a 600x 16 to $53.14 for recapping a 1400 x 20 tires. No individual tabulation is given here of the 24 different sizes It is recommended that Reed Sales Company be awarded the contract on passenger and truck tires and tubes and repairs for the twelve months period beginning June 1, 1953. W. E. Seaholm City Manager" 450 450 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Councilman Pearson moved that the low bid of REED SALES for tires and tubes be accepted and that the City Manager be authorized to enter into a contract with the REED SALES for one year beginning June 1st, 1953. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Pearson, Thompson, White, Mayor McAden Noes: None The Mayor brought up the appointment of the City Manager. Councilman Thompson moved that MR. W. E. SEAHOLM be reappointed City Manager. The motion, seconded by Councilman Pearson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Pearson, Thompson, Mayor McAden Noes: Councilmen Long and White, Councilman White making the following statement for the record: "It was said two years ago that I tried to get rid of Mr. Seaholm. I would like to correct that statement at this time. At that time the Council was split two and two, and it seemed that I was the deciding vote. One of the Council members came to my office and asked me how I was going to vote. I said I had not decided. He said, 'If you are going to vote against Mr. Seaholm, I will ask him to resign. I said that I had not given it any thought, but that I would. We did have our Executive Session. It was split. The Council called Mr. Seaholm in and asked him if he would carry out the policy of the Council, which he agreed that he would. I, being a new member on the Council, asked the Council to go along and I was ready to reappoint Mr. Seaholm and urged a unanimous vote, of which I believe it was. I quite agree with these new members in voting the way they do because they are new and they have to see for themselves. I have seen for two years; and at this time I am going to be compelled to vote "no". The Mayor announced that MR. W. E. SEAHOLM had been reappointed City Manager by a three to two vote. Councilman Long asked if the Council would like to accept the map redistricting the City's voting precincts, as work had already started in the County. She stated it would be necessary to draw an ordinance and present it to the Commissioners Court, and she thought MR. J.W.PATTERSON, JR., should have a copy of the map. She suggested that the City Attorney be asked to draw the ordinance; and in the meantime if there were any changes, they could be made. The Mayor suggested that Councilman Long, and the City Attorney meet with Mr. Patterson. Councilman Long moved that the City Manager have the ordinance drawn concerning the map as presented. The motion, seconded by Councilman Pearson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Pearson, Thompson, White, Mayor MeAden Noes: None 4.51 451 CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS The City Manager explained an interim power agreement with the L.C.R.A. and asked the Council to authorize him to enter into this agreement as he outlined. He explained the amount the Authority would pay per month for June, July and August for 12,000 kv of demand; and the amount they would pay in addition. Councilman White moved that the City Manager be authorized to proceed with the con- tract with the L.C.R.A. as he had explained to them with reference tothe interim power agreement. The motion, seconded by Councilman Pearson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Pearson, Thompson, White, Mayor McAden Noes: None There being no further business, the Council adjourned at 1:30 subject to the call of the Mayor. ATTEST: City Clerk APPROVED: Mayor