208 208 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Regular Meeting April 05, 1956 10:00 Α.Μ. Council Chamber, City Hall The Meeting was called to order with Mayor Miller presiding. Roll call: Present: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Absent: None Present also: W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager; Doren R. Eskew, City Attorney; Reuben Rountree, Jr., Director of Public Works. Invocation was delivered by REV. R. M. HOCKER, South Austin Nazarene Church, South 5th Street and West Milton. Councilman White moved that the Minutes of March 29th and of the special meeting of March 27th be approved. The motion, seconded by Councilman Pearson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None MAYOR MILLER read a letter from the manufacturers of the Worthington compressor stating that they had been manufacturing this machine for some 25 years and that they intended to continue its manufacture; that it was from this experience that Worthington compressors had gained their reputation of being the finest compressor on the market. The Mayor stated that it was charged last week that Worthington had discontinued manufacturing the machine, and that the machine was outmoded, and that was the reason new bids were called for. Bids were opened by the Mayor as follows: Jess McNeel Machinery Co. Piston $5,900 Ingram Equipment Co. Rotary 6,250 Pearce Equipment Co. Piston 5,265 Dulaney Service Co. Piston 5,555 Central Texas Equipment Co. Rotary 5,595 Austin Lumber & Machine Co. Rotary 6,759 Belton Equipment Co. Piston 5,359 PEARCE EQUIPMENT CO. (Worthington 210') at $5,265.00 was again low bid. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 209 209 MR. HERMAN JONES represented Central Texas Equipment Company, suggesting that the City should investigate merits of the rotary machine and piston type; that private contractors had gone to the rotary type, and he believed $330 difference in the two machines was poor economy. After more discussion, Councilman Long offered the following resolution and moved its adoption and moved that a study of these machines be made so that the next time this came, up, the City would be aware of the better of the two machines; and the City Administration besinstructed to make that study and comparison: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on April 5, 1956 for the purchase of one trailer-mounted air compressor; and, WHEREAS, the bid of Pearce Equipment Company, in the sum of $5,265.00 was the lowest and best bid therefor, and the acceptance of such bid has been recommended by the Director of Public Works 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 Pearce Equipment Company, in the sum of $5,265.00 be and the same is hereby accepted, and W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager of the City of Austin is hereby authorized and directed to execute a contract on behalf of the City of Austin with Pearce Equipment Company. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None MR. DAVE WILSON, Junior Chamber of Commerce, made an announcement of the Parade in honor of the Austin Senators, starting at 3:45 P.M. April 13th. He asked that the Mayor and Council, and City Manager be at Disch Field at 3:00 Ρ.Μ. MAYOR MILLER inquired about the estimate of preparing the Police Shooting Range for use by youths, and suggested underwriting some of the prizes, and encouraging the boys towards better incentives, and cutting down the vandalism. Councilman Long suggested appointing a citizens committee of ten people to possibly organize a business men's group for providing jobs and making a yearround study of the problem. After more discussion, Councilman Long moved that they study this and appoint a committee within the near future if it decided it was a good thing. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None MAYOR MILLER announced the opening of the BRACKENRIDGE HOSPITAL on April 8, from 2:00 to 6:00. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 10 210 Mayor Miller brought up the following ordinance for its second reading: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE II OF CHAPTER 14 OF THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1954; ESTABLISHING A BUILDING STANDARDS COMMISSION; DEFINING SUBSTANDARD BUILDINGS; PROVIDING FOR THE VACATION, REPAIR, OR DEMOLITION OF SUBSTANDARD BUILDINGS; PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR VIOLATION; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. MR. E. QUISENBERRY commended the program, but complained of vandals in the areas tearing down the buildings as fast as they were put in order, and nothing could be done to the youths that were doing the damage. No one appeared in opposition to the ordinance. MR. E. W. JACKSON, Chairman of the Greater East Austin Development Committee, complimented the Council and City Attorney on drawing up this ordinance, and thought it was reasonable, flexible, and merciful; that it would not apply to anyone whose house was occupied, but only to those whose houses were hazardous and dangerous. He believed this ordinance would considerably benefit the community. MRS. DAN STANISLAWSKI, League of Women's Voters, spoke in favor of the ordinance. 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 White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Pearson moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. MRS. MAXINE LOMBARD commended the Council, and all the members who had served on the committee and the City Attorney who had helped draw up the ordinance. The Mayor thanked the Committee for its work. The Council continued the following zoning hearing: from last week: W. T. CASWELL 2208-14 Alexander Ave. 2801-25 Manor Road 2209-15 Curtis Avenue From "A" Residence To "C" Commerciali NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission RECOMMENDED "LR" Local Retail MR. C. O. BARKER, 2713 Manor Road, opposed a Commercial zoning but later stated he would not object to the present plan of building a beauty shop. The Mayor asked those who wished to grant the change to "LR" Local Retail to vote "aye"; those opposed to vote "no". Roll call showed the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 211 211 The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "LR" Local Retail and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance. Councilman White moved that the following committee be appointed to work with the City Attorney to draw up a heating, air conditioning, ventilating and refrigeration code; and that the Council add to the Committee if necessary: Associated Mechanical contractors: FRITZ STRANDTMANN Consulting Engineers: B. STEGALL, JR. Southern Union Gas Company IRA WILKE Austin Insurance Association WM. GAMMON Manufacturers Representatives WM. LUEDECKE Austin Realtors Association NELSON PUETT JOE BOYER ATWELL LAGOW JOE S. SCARBROUGH JAMES C. COCHRAN BELL WALTON WALTER CARRINGTON W. H. BRYDSON vote: Architects EMIL NIGGLI NED COLE Austin Home Builders Ass'n City of Austin Building Inspection Office CHARLES TEW, Electrical GERALD FRY, Plumbing Fire Marshal W. L. HEATON Legal Department, City of Austin Journeymen Plumbers and Fitters G. A. CALLAHAN R. M. DURBIN The motion, seconded by Councilman Pearson, carried by the following Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The Mayor announced that this Committee would work with the City Fire Marshal, Building Inspector, Planning Engineer, and the City Attorney was requested to call a meeting of the Committee right away. Mayor Miller 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, CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 212 212 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 TWO TRACTS OF LAND FRONTING APPROXIMATELY 384.6 FEET ALONG THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF GOODWIN AVENUE AND APPROXIMATELY 433 FEET ALONG THE NORTHEAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF AIRPORT BOULEVARD, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 3700 THROUGH 3712 GOODWIN AVENUE AND 1133 THROUGH 1135 7/32 AIRPORT BOULEVARD, IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; ORDERING 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 Pearson 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, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None 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 White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time andCouncilman Pearson moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Miller 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 LOT 8 AND THE WEST 1/2 OF LOT 7, BLOCK 119, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 501-503 EAST LITH STREET AND 1007-11 NECHES STREET, IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; ORDERING A CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 213 213 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 Pearson 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, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Pearson moved that The the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Pearson moved that The motion, seconded by Councilman White, the ordinance be finally passed. carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Miller 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 "GR" GENERAL RETAIL DISTRICT ON TWO TRACTS OF LAND LOCALLY KNOWN AS 9212-9320 INTERREGIONAL HIGHWAY AND 511-705 EAST RUNDBERG LANE, 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 Pearson 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, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 214 214 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 White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Pearson moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Miller introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE PERPETUALLY CLOSING AND VACATING THAT CERTAIN PORTION OF CARRANZA STREET TRAVERSING PORTIONS OF LOTS 15, 16 AND 17, BLOCK 5, PAUL SIMMS ADDITION, IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; AND SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF AN ORDINANCE ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Palmer 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, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Palmer 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, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Palmer moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Pearson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, on certain maps or plats of the City of Austin there appears a CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 215 215 certain street known and designated as Deep Eddy Avenue, which street is the first street east of Hearn Street and which street is a southerly prologgnation of Meriden Lane which extends from West 8th Street southward to West 7th Street where it dead ends; and, WHEREAS, said street is a natural and physical prolongnation of Meriden Lane; and, WHEREAS, the present residents and owners of property abutting said street have requested that the name of said street be changed from Deep Eddy Avenue to Meriden Lane; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the name of the portion of Deep Eddy Avenue, above described, as the same appears on certain maps and plats of the City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, be and the same is hereby changed to Meriden Lane; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: That the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to file or cause to be filed a certified copy of this Resolution in the Deed Records of Travis County, Texas. The motion, seconded by Councilman Pearson, carried by the following vote Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Report. The Director of Public Works submitted the monthly Voluntary Paving The Mayor submitted a problem that had developed in the solf-ball park at Allendale regarding lighting and water; that the Junior Baseball, Inc., was to put in the lights, but may want to ask the City to furnish half the lighting. They want the city to go ahead and put in the water, as they are ready to start the ball games. The City Manager displayed plans for the fire station at Cullen and Grover. The Mayor suggested getting with the fire department to see if the firemen had any suggestions. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 216 216 Councilman Palmer offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, Rogers Brothers is the Contractor for the alteration of a building located at 907 Congress Avenue and desires a portion of the sidewalk and street space abutting the north 1/2 of Lot 2, Block lll, in the Original City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, during the alteration of the building, such space to be used in the work and for the storage of materials therefor; therefore BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: 1. THAT space for the uses hereinabove enumerated be granted to said Rogers Brothers, the boundary of which is described as follows: Sidewalk and Street Working Space Beginning at the north west corner of the above described property; thence in a westerly direction and at right angles to the center line of Congress Avenue 5 feet to a point; thence in a southerly direction and parallel with the center line of Congress Avenue approximately 23 feet to a point; thence in an easterly direction and at right angles to the center line of Congress Avenue to the south west corner of the above described property. 2. THAT the above privileges and allotment of space are granted to the said Rogers Brothers, hereinafter termed "contractor", upon the following express terms and conditions: (1) That the Contractor shall erect within the above described working space a solid fence built of not less than one-inch material and at least 8 feet in height (or extending from the sidewalk to the underside of the present awning) substantially braced and anchored and to maintain same in good condition at all times while the work is in progress. The Contractor will be permitted to put a door in the barricade that will either open in or slide parallel to the barricades, and at all times that material is being delivered or taken away from the building, a watchman shall be provided to warn pedestrians of approaching danger. (The Contractor will also be permitted to use 2 parking meter spaces immediately in front of the entrance in the barricade for the delivery or removal of material during construction work.) (2) That the Contractor is permitted to construct in his working space a substantial gate which shall be kept closed at all times when not in use, and at all times that such gate is open, the Contractor shall maintain a person at this gate to warn pedestrians and vehicles of approaching trucks. This gate is not to open out so as to impede vehicular or pedestrian traffic. (3) That no vehicles in loading or unloading material at the working space shall park on any part of the street outside of the allotted working space. (4) That "NO PARKING" signs shall be placed on the street side of the barricades. (5) That the Contractor is permitted to construct a temporary work office _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 217 217 within such allotted working space provided such work office is not within 25 feet of any corner street intersection. (6) That the Contractor shall in no way obstruct any fire plugs or other public utilities in the construction of such barricades. (7) That provisions shall be made for the normal flow of all storm waters in the gutter and the contractor will be responsible for any damage done due to obstruction of any such storm water. (8) That the Contractor shall place on the outside corners of any walkway, barricades or obstructions, red light during all periods of darkness and provide lighting system for all tunnels. (9) That the Contractor shall remove all fences, barricades, loose materials and other obstructions on the sidewalk and street immediately after the necessity for their existencece on said sidewalk or street has ceased, such time to be determined by the City Manager, and in any event all such sidewalk, barricades, materials, equipment and other obstructions shall be removed not later than July 1, 1956. (10) That the City reserves the right to revoke at any time any and all the privileges herein granted or to require the erection or installation of additional barriers or safeguards if the conditions demand it. (11) That the use and enjoyment of the spaces herein granted shall not be exclusive assagainst public needs, and the City, in making such grant reserves the right to enter and occupy any part of all of said space any time with its public utilities, or for other necessary public purposes. (12) That any public utility, or public or private property disturbed or injured as a result of any of the activities necessary for the completion of the construction work for said building projects, whether done by the Contractor, City Forces, or public utilities, shall be replaced or repaired at the Contractors expense. (13) That the Contractor shall furnish the City of Austin a surety bond in the sum of One Thousand Dollars ($1000.) which shall protect, indemnify and hold harmless the City of Austin from any claims or damages to any person or property that may accrue to or be brought by any person by reason of the exercise or abuse of the privileges granted the Contractor by the City of Austin and shall guarantee the replacement of all sidewalks, pavement and all other public property and public utilities disturbed or removed during the construction work and shall further guarantee the construction of a walkway and other safeguards during the occupancy of the space. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 218 218 Councilman Palmer offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, J. M. Odom is the Contractor for the alteration of a building located at 616 Congress Avenue and desires a portion of the sidewalk and street space abutting the south 26 feet of Lot 5, Block 70, of the Original City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, during the alteration of the building, such space to be used in the work and for the storage of materials therefors therefore 1. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: THAT space for the uses hereinabove enumerated be granted to said J. M. Odom, the boundary of which is described as follows: Sidewalk and Street Working Space Beginning at the north east corner of the above described property; thence in an easterly direction and at right angles to the center line of Congress Avenue to a point 12 feet east of the west curb line; thence in a southerly direction and parallel with the center line of Congress Avenue approximately 26 feet to a point; thence in a westerly direction and at right angles to the center line of Congress Avenue to the southeast corner of the above described property. 2. THAT the above privileges and allotment of space are granted to the said J. M. Odom, hereinafter termed "Contractor, upon the following express terms and conditions: (1) The portion of the above described space lying between the property line and the west curb line of Congress Avenue shall be covered solidly with boards at least 2 inches thick, which shall be supported at intervals sufficiently close to prevent sagging of the roofing boards. The roof of said walkway shall be covered with a roofing material which will prevent leaking of the roof and provide a dry walkway at all times. (2) That the Contractor shall construct a guard rail within the boundary line of the remaining portion of the above described space, such guard rail to be at least 4 feet high and substantially braced and anchored. (3) That the Contractor is permitted to construct in his working space a substantial gate which shall be kept closed at all times when not in use, and at all times that such gate is open, the Contractor shall maintain a person at this gate to warn pedestrians and vehicles of approaching trucks. This gate is not to open out so as to impede vehicular or pedestrian traffic. (4) That no vehicles in loading or unloading material at the working space shall park on any park of the street outside of the allotted working space. (5) That "NO PARKING" signs shall be placed on the street side of the barricades. (6) That the Contractor is permitted to construct a temporary work office within such allotted working space provided such work office is not within 25 feet of any corner street intersection. = CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 219 219 (7) That the Contractor shall in no way obstruct any fire plugs or other public utilities in the construction of such barricades. (8) That provisions shall be made for the normal flow of all storm waters in the gutter and the Contractor will be responsible for any damage done due to obstruction of any such storm water. (9) That the Contractor shall place on the outside corners of any walkway, barricades or obstructions, red lights during all periods of darkness and provide lighting system for all tunnels. (10) That the Contractor shall remove all fences, barricades, loose materials and other obstructions on the sidewalk and street immediately after the necessity for their existence on said sidewalk or street has ceased, such time to be determined by the City Manager, and in any event all such sidewalk, barricades, materials, equipment and other obstructions shall be removed not later than September 15, 1956. (11) That the City reserves the right to revoke at any time any and all the privileges herein granted or to require the erection or installation of additional barriers or safeguards if the conditions demand it. (12) That the use and enjoyment of the spaces herein granted shall not be exclusive as against public needs, and the City, in making such grant reserves the right to enter and occupy any part of all of said space any time with its public utilities, or for other necessary public purposes. (13) That any public utility, or public or private property disturbed or injured as a result of any of the activities necessary for the completion of the construction work for said building projects, whether done by the Contractor, City Forces, or public utilities, shall be replaced or repaired at the Contractors expense. (14) That the Contractor shall furnish the City of Austin a surety bond in the sum of Five Thousand Dollars ($5000.) which shall protect, indemnify and hold harmless the City of Austin from any claims or damages to any person or property that may accrue to or be brought by any person by reason of the exercise or abuse of the privileges granted the Contractor by the City of Austin and shall guarantee the replacement of all sidewalks, pavement and all other public property and public utilities disturbed or removed during the construction work and shall further guarantee the construction of a walkway and other safeguards during the occupancy of the space. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Councilman Palmer offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, Godwin & Cox is the Contractor for the alteration of a building located at 217-19-21 West Sixth Street and desires a portion of the sidewalk and street space abutting Lot 11, Block 54, of the Original City of Austin, CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 220 220 Travis County, Texas, during the alteration of the building, such space to be used in the work and for the storage of materials therefor; therefore 1. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: THAT space for the uses hereinabove enumerated be granted to said Godwin & Cox, the boundary of which is described as follows: Sidewalk and Street Working Space Beginning at the north west corner of the above described property; thence in a northerly direction and at right angles to the center line of West Sixth Street 5 feet to a point; thence in an easterly direction and parallel with the center line of West Sixth Street approximately 46 feet to a point; thence in a southerly direction and at right angles to the center line of West Sixth Street to the north east corner of the above described property. 2. THAT the above privileges and allotment of space are granted to the said Godwin & Cox, hereinafter termed "Contractor", upon the following express terms and conditions: (1) That the Contractor shall erect within the above described working space a solid fence built of not less than one-inch material and at least 8 feet in height (or extending from the sidewalk to the underside of the present awning) substantially braced and anchored and to maintain same inggood condition at all times while the work is in progress. The Contractor will be permitted to put a door in the barricade that will either open in or slide parallel to the barricades, and at all times that material is being delivered or taken away from the building, a watchman shall be provided to warn pedestrians of approaching@danger. (2) That the Contractor is permitted to construct in his working space a substantial gate which shall be kept closed at alltimes when not in use, and at all times that such gate is open, the Contractor shall maintain a person at this gate to warn pedestrians and vehicles of approaching trucks. This gate is not to open out so as to impede vehicular or pedestrian traffic. (3) That no vehicles in loading or unloading material at the working space shall park on any part of the street outside of the allotted working space. (4) That "NO PARKING" signs shall be placed on the street side of the barricades. (5) That the Contractor is permitted to construct a temporary work office within such allotted working space provided such work office is not within 25 feet of any corner street intersection. (6) That the Contractor shall in no way obstruct any fire plugs or other public utilities in the construction of such barricades. (7) That provisions shall be made for the normal flow of all storm waters in the gutter and the Contractor will be responsible for any damage done due to obstruction of any such storm water. (8) That the Contractor shall place on the outside corners of any walkway, barricades or obstructions, red lights during all periods of darkness and provide lighting system for all tunnels. = CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 221 221 (9) That the Contractor shall remove all fences, barricades, loose materials and other obstructions on the sidewalk and street immediately after the necessity for their existence on said sidewalk or street has ceased, such time to be determined by the City Manager, and in any event all such sidewalk, barricades, materials, equipment and other obstructions shall be removed not later than July 15, 1956. (10). That the City reserves the right to revoke at any time any and all the privileges herein granted or to require the erection or installation of additional barriers or safeguards if the conditions demand it. (11) That the use and enjoyment of the spaces herein granted shall not be exclusive as against public needs, and the City, in making such grant reserves the right to enter and occupy any part or all of said space any time with its public utilities or for other necessary public purposes. (12) That any public utility, or public or private property disturbed or injured as a result of any of the activities necessary for the completion of the construction work for said building projects, whether done by the Contractor, City Forces, or public utilities, shall be replaced or repaired at the Contractors expense. (13) That the Contractor shall furnish the City of Austin a surety bond in the sum of One Thousand Dollars ($1000.) which shall protect, indemnify and hold harmless the City of Austin from any claims or damages to any person or property that may accrue to or be brought by any person by reason of the exercise or abuse of the privileges granted the Contractor by the City of Austin and shall guarantee the replacement of all sidewalks, pavement and all other public property and public utilities disturbed or removed during the construction work and shall further guarantee the construction of a walkway and other safeguards during the occupancy of the space. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Councilman Palmer offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, John Broad Construction Company is the Contractor for the erection of a building located at 1005-1011 Congress Avenue and desires a portion of the sidewalk and street space abutting Lots 2 and 3, Block 123, of the Original City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, during the erection of the building, such space to be used in the work and for the storage of materials therefor; therefore BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: 1. THAT space for the uses hereinabove enumerated be granted to said John Broad Construction Company, the boundary of which is described as follows: Sidewalk and Street Working Space Beginning at the south west corner of the above described property; thence in a westerly direction and at right angles to the center = CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 222 222 line of Congress Avenue to a point 12 feet west of the east curb line; thence in a northerly direction and parallel with the center line of Congress Avenue approximately 85 feet to a point; thence in a north easterly direction to a point 9 feet north of the north west corner of the above described property; thence in an easterly direction and parallel with the East 10th Street alley approximately 160 feet to a point; thence in a south easterly direction to a point 9 feet east of the north east corner of the above described property; thence in a southerly direction and parallel with Congress Avenue Alley 85 feet to a point; thence in a westerly direction and at right angles to Congress Avenue Alley to the south east corner of the above described property. 2. THAT the above privileges and allotment of space are granted to the said John Broad Construction Company, hereinafter termed "Contractor", upon the following express terms and conditions: (1) ON CONGRESS AVENUE the Contractor shall erect and maintain continuously in good condition during the use of said space hereby allotted, a sub- stantial walkway at least 4 feet wide in the clear on the inside and at least 8 feet high, the same to be covered solidly on the street side with boards to a height of 4 feet above pavement and on the building side to be covered solidly with boards to a height of 8 feet. The top of the walkway shall be covered solidly with boards at least 2 inches thick, which shall be supported at intervals sufficiently close to prevent sagging of the roofing boards. The roof of said walkway shall be covered with a roofing material which will prevent leaking of the roof and provide a dry walkway at all times. No wood strips or obstructions of any kind shall be permitted along the pavement within the walkway, and at any time in the opinion of the City Officials it becomes necessary for any reason to installa board floor within the walkway the Contractor shall upon notice from the Building Inspector immediately place such a wood floor and substantially support same to prevent sagging under load. (2) ON CONGRESS AVENUE ALLEY & 10TH STREET ALLEY the Contractor shall construct a guard rail within the boundary lines of the above described space, such guard rail to be at least 4 feet high and substantially braced and anchored. (3) That the Contractor is permitted to construct in his working space a substantial gate which shall be kept closed at all times when not in use, and at all times that such gate is open, the Contractor shall maintain a person at this gate to warn pedestrians and vehicles of approaching trucks. This gate is not to open out so as to impede vehicular or pedestrian traffic. (4) That no vehicles in loading or unloading material at the working space shall park on any part of the street outside of the allotted working space. (5) That "NO PARKING" signs shall be placed on the street side of the barricades. (6) That the Contractor is permitted to construct a temporary work office within such allotted working space provided such work office is not within 25 feet of any corner street intersection. (7) That the Contractor shall in no way obstruct any fire plugs or other public utilities in the construction of such barricades. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 223 225 (8) That provisions shall be made for the normal flow of all storm waters in the gutter and the Contractor will be responsible for any damage done due to obstruction of any such storm water. (9) That the Contractor shall place on the outside corners of any walkway, barricades or obstructions, red lights during all periods of darkness and provide lighting system for all tunnels. (19) That the Contractor shall remove all fences, barricades, loose materials and other obstructions on the sidewalk and street immediately after the necessity for their existence on said sidewalk or street has ceased, such time to be determined by the City Manager, and in any event all such sidewalk, barricades, materials, equipment and other obstructions shall be removed not laternthan January 30, 1957. (11) That the City reserves the right to revoke at any time any and all the privileges herein granted or to require the erection or installation of additional barriers or safeguards if the conditions demand it. (12) That the use and enjoyment of the spaces herein granted shåll not be exclusive as against public needs, and the City, in making such grant reserves the right to enter and occupy any part or all of said space any time with its public utilities, or for other necessary public purposes. (13) That any public utility, or public or private property disturbed or injured as a result of any of the activities necessary for the completion of the construction work for said building projects, whether done by the Contractor, City Forces, or public utilities, shall be replaced or repaired at the Contractors expense. (14) That the Contractor shall furnish the City of Austin a surety bond in the sum of Five Thousand Dollars ($5000.) which shall protect, indemnify and hold harmless the City of Austin from any claims or damages to any person or property that may accrue to or be brought by any person by reason of the exercise or abuse of the privileges granted the Contractor by the City of Austin and shall guarantee the replacement of all sidewalks, pavement and all other public property and public utilities disturbed or removed during the construction work and shall further guarantee the construction of a walkway and other safeguards during the occupancy of the space. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, Southern Union Gas Company has presented to the City Council tentativemaps 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: CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS= 224 224 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 BLUE BONNET LANE, from Arpdale Street southerly 35 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 7.5 feet west of and parallel to the east property line of said BLUE BONNET LANE. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2½ feet. (2) A gas main in JOAN D' ARC COURTS, from Sayers Street northerly 37 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6 feet west of and parallel to the east property line of said JOAN D' ARC COURTS. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2½ feet. (3) A gas main in SAYERS STREET, from Joan D' Arc Courts westerly 191 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6 feet south of and parallel to the north property line of said SAYERS STREET. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2½ feet. (4) A gas main in GLEN RAE STREET, from a point 25 feet north of Stokes Drive northerly 100 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6.5 feet west of and parallel to the east property line of said GLEN RAE STREET. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2½ feet. (5) A gas main in EAST 47TH STREET, from a point 70 feet west of Eilers Avenue westerly 121 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 21 feet south of and parallel to the north property line of said EAST 47TH STREET. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2½ feet. (6) A gas main in EAST 41ST STREET, from a point 230 feet west of Interregional Highway southeasterly 28 feet from a point 27 feet north of the south property line to a point 6.5 feet north of the south property line of the said EAST 41ST STREET. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2½ feet. THE Southern Union Gas Company is hereby put upon notice that the City of Austin does not guarantee that the space assigned above is clear from other _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 225 225 underground utilities but is based upon the best records we have at hand, and that the minimum depth stated does not have any reference to the fact that greater depths may not be required at special points. When the Southern Union Gas Company requires definite information upon the ground as to 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 replacement of any underground utility damaged during the construction of lines named in this resolution. AND THAT whenever pavement is cut in the vicinity of a fire plug, water must be used at intervals during the course of backfilling of the ditches. THAT the work and laying of said gas mains, including the excavation in the streets, and the restoration andmmaintenance of said streets after said mains have been laid, shall be under the supervision and direction of the City Manager and under all the pertinent terms and conditions of the certain franchises granted to said company by the City of Austin. The motion, seconded by Councilman Pearson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Councilman Long offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: THAT the City Council of the City of Austin hereby approves as a filling station site the property located at the southwest corner of Burnet Road and Pegram Avenue, which property fronts 105.08 feet on Burnet Road 137.68 feet on Pegram Avenue, being Lots 1 and 2 of Block 2 of Green Acres in the City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, and hereby authorizes the said E. W. Pruett to construct, maintain, and operate a drive-in 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. 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 E. W. Pruett has failed and refused and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Recommendations Attached) "Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas "April 5, 1956 == CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 226 226 "Dear Sir: "We, the undersigned have considered the application of E. W. Pruett for permission to construct, maintain and operate a drive-in gasoline filling station and to construct commercial driveways in conjunction therewith upon the property located at the southwest corner of Burnet Road and Pegram Avenue, which property fronts 105.08 feet on Burnet Road and 137.68 feet on Pegram Avenue, being Lots 1 and 2 of Block 2 of Green Acres in the City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, and the property upon which this filling station is to be located is owned by E. W. Pruett and is under lease to the Gulf Oil Corporation. 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. "All drainage, natural or otherwise, from this filling station is to be disposed of in such a manner that such drainage will not flow across the sidewalk area into the street, and furthermore, shall not create a nuisance to others in the neighborhood. It is understood that the disposal of such drainage shall be entirely the responsibility of the property owner. Any waste connection to a storm sewer which empties into an open drainageway shall be discontinued, if the waste becomes a nuisance or damages any property or rights of others in the vicinity of the open drainageway. "We recommend that E. W. Pruett 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 donditions. "(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 while 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 for the filling station improvements shall be in accordance 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 combineddgrease and sand trap which shall be constructed in accordance with our standard plan 2 - H-- 146. "(5) That all filling station improvements, pump islands, driveways, ramps, CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 227227 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 Η 1438. "(6) Expansion joints shall be constructed as shown upon the plan, hereto attached, marked 2 H1438 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) S. Reuben Rountree, Jr. Director of Public Works (Sgd) J. C. Eckert Building Inspector" The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Councilman Long offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, the Mutual Savings Institution desires to construct a new office building on Lots 2 and 3, Block 123 of the Original City of Austin; and, WHEREAS, according to maps and plans presented the Building Inspector, it is proposed that the face of the new building will extend over the property line on both the West and the North sides into the sidewalk area of Congress Avenue and the alley running parallel with the North line of said Lot 3; and, WHEREAS, the face of said building will be on line with other buildings established and built in the City of Austin for many years; and, WHEREAS, the lines of the proposed building are recognized as being satisfactory from the standpoint of public convenience and necessity; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the Mutual Savings Institution be and it is hereby authorized to construct its proposed building in such a manner that the facing on the West wall of said building shall extend no more than 2.5 inches West of the East property line of Congress Avenue where the same intersects the South property line of the alley running parallel with said Lot 3, and no more than 1.82 inches West of the East property line of Congress Avenue where the same intersects a Westerly prolongation of the South lot line of said Lot 2, and be it further resolved that said Mutual Savings Institution be, and it is hereby, authorized to construct the North wall of its said proposed building in such manner that the facing of the North wall shall extend no more than 5 inches North of the Original lot line of said Lot 3, Block 123 of the Original City of Austin. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 22228 The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Councilman Long offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the application of the Mutual Savings Institution to construct and maintain the hereinafter described underground improvements: 1. A basement under the sidewalk area under the East side of Congress Avenue, west of Lot 3, Block 123 of the Original City of Austin, said basement to extend into Congress Avenue approximately 13.5 feet west of the east property line of Congress Avenue, and to run approximately 44 feet parallel to Congress Avenue and adjacent to the west property line of said Lot 3; and, 2. A basement under the alley North of Lot 3, Block 123 of the Original City of Austin, said basement to extend into the alley 6 feet north of the north property line of said Lot 3 from a point 34 feet east of the west property line of said Lot 3 easterly approximately 76 feet; be, and the same is hereby, granted and the Building Inspector is hereby authorized to issue a permit for the construction of such improvements, said grant and permit to be subject to the following conditions: 1. The improvements shall be constructed and maintained in compliance with all ordinances relating thereto, 2. The permit shall be issued and accepted, subject to all reasonable police, traffic, fire and health regulations of the City of Austin now existing or hereafter adopted, 3. The repair or relocation of any and all utilities in the vicinity of these improvements shall be done at the expense of the Mutual Savings Institution, 4. The Mutual Savings Institution will indemnify and save the City of Austin harmless from any and all claims against said City growing out of or connected with the construction or maintenance of said improvements, 5. The City of Austin may revoke such permit at any time and upon such revocation the owner of the building will construct the necessary walls and footings to separate such base from any buildings or other improvements and pay all costs and expenses attendent therewith. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Councilman Pearson moved that Mr. Broad be granted permission to block off the north half of the alley, while he has his hoisting machine there. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 221229 Ayes: Councilmen Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: Councilman Long The Council recessed until 2:30 P.M. Recessed Meeting At 2:30 P.M. the Council resumed its business. 2:30 Ρ.Μ. DR. M. J. THOMPSON, Chairman Austin Airport Advisory Committee, submitted the following report as requested by the Council on March 29th: "The Honorable Mayor and City Council City of Austin "April 2, 1956 Municipal Building Austin, Texas "In response to your request of March 27, 1956, your Airport Advisory Committee has studied the program of airport improvements and related fund allocations recommended by the City Manager. We are pleased to submit herewith our recommendations concerning this program. "In general the proposed program follows closely that recommended to the City Council in our report of March 4, 1954, and described therein as the "Shortrange program." It is our understanding that the figures presented as estimated costs of the various items are the results of engineering studies made by the City Engineer's Office, with the assistance of the City's Airport Consultant. The Committee has full confidence in the recommendations of these groups and furthermore, does not consider itself qualified to raise any questions concerning the accuracy of their figures. Our present study is therefore concerned only with the relative priorities which may be assigned to the several items included in the proposed program. "It is our understanding that the complete program of airport improvements would be based on the proposed bond issue in the amount of $1,200,000.00. Furthermore, it is anticipated that an amount of $989,000.00 represents that portion of the funds which would be matched by monies provided by the Federal Government through its Airport Aid Program. It is expected that these expenditures, along with the necessary sale of bonds, would extend over a four or five year period. The difference between the two figures mentioned above, i.e., $211,000.00, would presumably be available for hangar construction which is not now eligible for Federal Aid. "In the execution of its earlier studies and in the preparation of its report of March 4, 1954, the Committee fully recognized the dual function which is provided for by the present airport. On the one hand, the airport serves as a facility for the commercial airlines and thereby provides all the citizens of Austin with access to this form of transportation. It also makes possible the flow into and out of Austin of passenger traffic involving individuals who are in a position to bring business into the community. The second function is that of providing field facilities, storage space, and maintenance services for those citizens of Austin who own and operate their own aircraft. There is also a considerable volume of traffic of this business pilot type originating from outside the city. In our earlier studies we pointed out the steady growth since World War II of both types of activity. It was difficult to obtain figures on a comparable basis which would indicate the relative significance of these CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 230230 two types of traffic, but in general it was felt that they were of about equal importance. Commercial airline service is available to all citizens of Austin, while the private business traffic involves a smaller number of individuals. On the other hand this latter activity is responsible for more than 68% of the income which the city realizes on its airport operation. "It is apparent from these remarks that the airport should be developed so as to provide the most effective service to both the commercial airline traveller and to the business pilot. While the development of both functions has lagged seriously during the past fifteen years, attention seems to have been focused on the problems of runway extensions, installation of high intensity lighting, and the construction of a new terminal building. Most of these items are of major benefit in improving commercial airline operations. A careful study of the Airport Committee's earlier report will show that, while all of these items were given high priority, recommendations of equal character were made with respect to the construction of additional hangar facilities for private aircraft. The emphasis on the first group of improvements may have developed rather naturally from the fact that these items are eligible for matching Federal aid, whereas at the present time, at least, hangar construction is not. "A review of airport operations during the past ten years clearly shows that there has been a continual and ever-increasing shortage of hangar facilities for business pilots. At the present time at least forty or fifty units are needed to take care of the requirements of owners who are now either using facilities at Georgetown or other outlying points or are leaving their aircraft out in all kinds of weather. The hangar construction program should also be a continuing activity with between ten and twenty new units constructed each year. "Several indivèdual members of the Airport Committee have explored the possibility of constructing hangars with private capital. The difficulties of conducting such operations on city property, where only short-term leases would be available, are considered to be practically insurmountable. Furthermore, with this procedure there would stilllbe a considerable effort to be put forth by the City administration if uniform standards were to be enforced and if the utilization of the hangars was to be properly controlded. The Committee therefore feels that hangar construction should be continued as an essential part of the city program, just as is the case with runway improvements or the erection of a new terminal building. "As mentioned earlier, the Committee is thoroughly in accord with the schedule of airport improvements as prepared by the City Administration. There are a few comments which we would like to submit, however, with regard to the items included in the program and what we feel should be their relative priority. In general we have no quarrel with any of the items shown, since thės program follows.sosclosely that recommended in our earlier report. Specific allocations of funds are shown for the completion of the runway and lighting improvement phases of the program and for the construction of the new terminal building. We heartily endorse these steps and look forward to their early completion. "On the other hand, we feel that an equally specific program should be established for the construction of additional hangar facilities. In this case it will be necessary for the city to pay its own way, but since the hangars represent a self-liquidating investment, we can see no valid reason for continued reluctance in this direction. As a specific program of hangar construction, the Airport Advisory Committee recommends the following: CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS 231231 "(1). Immediate construction of at least forty (40) small and ten (10) large Tee-hangars, with an expenditure of approximately 75% of the total funds allocated for hangar construction in the Airport Improvement Program. "(2). Construction of ten (10) to twenty (20) additional hangars per year, as long as the need for such facilities continues, with funds to be obtained from such additional bond monies as may be available and from rental fees paid to the City for use of existing hangars. "With such a well-defined schedule of hangar construction, we believe that the airport improvement program will be endorsed with equal vigor and enthusiasm by both the private business pilots, the commercial airline users, and by the airlines themselves. "With regard to the terminal building, our only recommendation is that this be located so as to provide maximum service to both the airline passenger and the private flier. The latter is particularly interested in the services of the Weather Bureau and the CAA and in having ready access to restaurant and other general service facilities. "As a final point, we would like to take this opportunity to call to the attention of the City Council the fact that we have within the past few months lost the services of one of our most active and valuable members. We are referring to the untimely and unfortunate death of Mr. Paul M. Hargis. Mr. Hargis was a private flier and a citizen with great breadth of vision who appreciated to the fullest extent the complex problems involved in the successful operation of a municipal airport. He was a faithful and willing worker on our Committee and contributed much to the development of the present improvement program. We would like at this time to suggest that the City Council place upon the minutes of this meeting an appropriate expression of appreciation for the services which Mr. Hargis gave so freely. It is also suggested that a copy of such a resolution be directed to the Hargis family. "At this time we would also like to suggest that the Council undertake to fill the vacancy on the Airport Committee brought about by Mr. Hargis' untimely death. Since Mr. Hargis was a private pilot, we feel that it would be appropriate to select a man who has similar interests. In this connection the Committee recommends that Mr. Ralph E. Janes, Jr. be named as the new member of our group. Mr. Janes is a private pilot who utilizes his personal airplane in his business. He is also an active citizen in the community affairs of Austin. "The Committee is most pleased to observe the continued progress which the City Administration and the Council have been making in the fulfillment of the Airport Improvement Program. We sincerely hope that the citizens of Austin will lend their essential support to this program by authorization of the necessary bond issues. The Committee will be most happy to make any further contribution that it can, either collectively or individually, in support of this phase of the bond program. - CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS "Respectfully submitted, 231 232 Austin Airport Advisory Committee John A. Barclay Roy A. Brown Mrs. Robert M. Browning Clyde C. Colvert, Vice-Chairman Lynn C. Dure' Earl T. Howell V. L. Mahoney (ex-officio) J. C. Pollard Robert L. Ragsdale By (Sgd) M. J. Thompson M. J. Thompson, Chairman" MAYOR MILLER stated the Council would adopt a Resolution of Commendation for MR. HARGIS. MR. HEROLD asked information concerning the expenses and future expansion of the Airport. After answering Mr. Herold's questions, the City Manager went into the proposed over-all bond issue, and then explained in particular the recommendations for the Airport Bond proposal and how the money was to be used mostly in matching federal aid. DR. COLVERT stated this amount of money planned to be spent was very little, and asked that much consideration be given to the construction of hangars. DR. O. D. WEEKS, Chairman of the Library Commission, came before the Council asking that $200,000 be included in the bond issue for the enlargement of the library--(1) to fill in the two patios, three stories high, and (2) to obtain the property adjoining the Library now to expand in about five more years. MR. R. W. PETTWAY, MR. BILL WEEG, and MRS. HARRIS, of the Library Commission, made statements to include the Library in the bond issue. MR. HEROLD endorsed this proposal. MR. EDMUNDS TRAVIS, member of the Commission, also spoke in favor of this proposal. MR. LANDON BRADFIELD and others representing the Real Estate Board, were present to express their interest in the proposed bond issue and to learn more about it with the view of carrying the information back to their Board and then to the citizens. They were particularly interested in Water, Electric, Sewer expansions, streets and bridges, etc. The Director of Public Works pointed out the planned street construction, bridge and drainage construction. The City Manager want over the complete recommended program, stating the projects were the necessary things that had been needed during the years, but some changes probably would be made. The Mayor stated these projects as listed would not change the interest and sinking fund rate; but that the tax rate probably would be increased to take care of general operating expenses of the City. The Council received notice that the following applications for change of zoning had been referred to the Planning Commission and had been set for public hearing before the Council for May 10th: E.B. CALVIN 2001-2043 Interregional Highway & 1601-1609 Mariposa Drive From "A" Residence To "0" Office CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 233 233 WALTER E. LONG, et al SAMMIE & HARRY JOSEPH W. F. FISHER MISS J. F. PALM, et al ROSSIE B. DYKES H. G. WEST JAMES H. HAUSENFLUKE 2307-2309 & 2308-10 Leon Street 817-27 State High- way 20 & 906-10 Reinli Street 3304-3312 Oak Springs Road (Rosewood Ave.) 7605-7809 Burnet Road 5511 Sunshine Drive 505-521 Oltorf Street & 2401-2411 So.lst St. 4408-4412 No. Lamar Boulevard From "B" Residence To "0" Office From "A" Residence To "C" Commercial From "A" Residence To "GR" General Retail From "A" Residence To "GR" General Retail From "A" Residence To "B" Residence From "A" Residence To "GR" General Retail From "C" Commercial Το "C-1" Commercial There being no further business the Council adjourned at 5:30 Ρ.Μ. subject to the call of the Mayor. ATTEST: City Clerk APPROVED Jom milla.