803 803 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Regular Meeting November 14, 1957 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 MR. HAROLD KILPATRICK, Texas Council of Churches, 504 West 24th Street. Councilman Whit e moved that the Minutes of the meeting of November 7, 1957, be approved. The motion, seconded by Councilman Pearson, carried by the following vote: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Ayes: Noes: None MR. KENT RIDER, President, Chamber of Commerce, stated there was a delegation present from the Junior and Senior Chambers of Commerce. MR. JOE CROW submitted a further request for lease of the property at 1st and Congress for building quarters for the Junior and Senior Chambers of Commerce, and asked that the City have a bill introduced in the Legislature, authorizing a lease of a certain amount of this property to the Chambers of Commerce. Plans of the building were displayed. MR. LOUIS GOLDBERG believed this legislative plan was favorable to the Governor and the Senator from this district. MR. MOTON CROCKETT, JR., President, Junior Chamber of Commerce, endorsed the request. The Council discussed this with the group, and the Mayor stated the Council would go into this further, and give them an answer. MR. LEONARD GUERRO appeared before the Council with the request that it rescind its action annexing property off the Manchaca Read a little past the Williamson Creek Bridge, or provide city services. MR. ED HAMEL was his spokesman, and asked if the City could give him some kind of concession as he was not getting any city services and was still a part of the Water district. His taxes were $280.28, school and city. Councilman Long moved that the City Manager be CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 804 804 instructed to have this matter studied and report back to the Council for action. The motion, seconded by Councilman Palmer, carried by the following vote: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Ayes: Noes: None MR. H. P. ALLEN appeared requesting that the Council set the application of AUSTIN NATIONAL BANK, TRUSTEE, for "C-2" classification of the triangle between Interregional Highway, Cameron Road, and East 51st Street for rehearing, as he did not receive a notice. His written request stated he had purchased the properties within 200' of this property this year and his name was not on the tax rolls for 1957. Other property that he owned was just beyond 200' from the triangle. He stated that any kind of a building located on this triangle would add to the traffic hazard; that the change of zoning would depreciate the value of his property directly across the street; and that he was opposed to liquor traffic. He did not think the people in opposition were able to come to the hearing as they were working people and felt that possibly some one would go to the hearing in opposition. MRS. HERBERT DEASON, and MRS. MONTE MCCLELLAN appeared in opposition to the zoning change. REV. GRIFFITH, Memorial Methodist Church, and two other ministers appeared in opposition to a change of zoning. MR. TRUEMAN E. O'QUINN, Attorney for the applicant, stated the plans for the building complied with everything the Traffic Department, the Building Inspector, and the Zoning Ordinance required. The Council deferred action on the pending ordinance until next Thursday to look into the matter, and asked that Mr. Allen get with the owner of the property to see if he would be willing to withdraw the application. 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 FOLLOWING: (1) LOT 36, OUTLOT 22, DIVISION D, FROM "B" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "LR" LOBAL RETAIL DISTRICT; (2) A TRACT OF LAND FRONTING 100 FEET ALONG THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAYLLINE OF JUSTIN LANE, SAID TRACT BEING LOCATED 100 FEET WEST OF THE WEST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF LAMAR BOULEVARD, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 808-814 JUSTIN LANE FROM "D" INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT TO "C-1" COMMERCIAL DISTRICT; AND (3) LOT 5, AND THE SOUTH 150 FEET OF LOTS 6-11, ROSEWOOD PARK ADDITION; LOTS 2 AND 3, BOGGY CREEK SUBDIVISION, ALL OF LOTS 16-28, GLEN OAKS SUBDIVISION, AND A TRACT OF LAND BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY ROSEWOOD AVENUE, ON THE EAST BY BOGGY CREEK, ON THE SOUTH BY THE 805 805 _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS EASTERLY PROLONGATION OF THE REAR PROPERTY LINE OF LOT 28, GLEN OAKS SUBDIVISION, AND ON THE WEST BY LOT 28, GLEN OAKS SUBDIVISION, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 2310-2350 AND 2301-2355 ROSEWOOD AVENUE AND 1150-1154 WALNUT STREET, FROM SECOND HEIGHT AND AREA DISTRICT TO FIRST HEIGHT AND AREA DISTRICT; ALL OF ABOVE PROPERTY BEING LOCATED IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; ORDERING A CHANGE IN THE USE AND HEIGHT AND AREA MAPS SO AS TO RECORD THE CHANGES HEREBY ORDERED; AND SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman White moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman 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 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, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman White 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. The City Manager submitted the following: "Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager City of Austin "Dear Sir: "November 12, 1957 "Sealed proposals for the Construction of an 8 inch water main in Bluebonnet Lane and Del Curto Road from South Lamar Blvd. to Lightsey Lane were received until 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, November 12, 1957, and then publicly opened and read. "The following is a tabulation of the bids received: "Firm "Joe Bland Construction Co. Karl B. Wagner Constr. Co. Edward H. Page Austin Engineering Company Total Bid Working Days $13,933.50 45 $15,310.50 45 $16,977.50 75 $17,750.50 40 _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 806 806 "It is recommended that the contract be awarded to Joe Bland Construction Company on their low bid of $13,933.50, with 45 working days. "Yours truly, Victor R. Schmidt, Jr. Superintendent of Water Distribution Albert R. Davis, Director of Water and Sewer Department "Approved By: W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager" Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on November 12, 1957, for the construction of an eight (8) inch water main in Bluebonnet Lane and Del Curto Road from South Lamar Boulevard to Lightsey Lane; and, WHEREAS, the bid of Joe Bland Construction Company in the sum of $13,933.50 was the lowest and best bid therefor, and the acceptance of such bid has been recommended by the Director of the Water and Sewer Department of the City of Austin, and by the City Manager; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the bid of Joe Bland Construction Company in the sum of $13,933.50 be and the same is hereby accepted, and W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager of the City of Austin is hereby authorized and directedtto execute a contract on behalf of the City of Austin with Joe Bland Construction Company. The motion, seconded by Councilman Pearson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The City Manager submitted the following: "From: S. Reuben Rountree, Jr. Director of Public Works "November 12, 1957 To: W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager "Subject: Construction of Paving Skip Assessment Contract No. 57-A-38 "Following is a tabulation of bids received at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, November 12, 1957, for the construction of Paving Skip Assessment Contract No. 57-A-38,consisting of 26 units. "McKown & Sons Giesen & Latson Construction Co. $ 9,805.32 Ed H. Page "City's Estimate $ 7,069.20 $13,422.29 $ 8,675.84 "I recommend that McKown & Sons with their low bid of $7,069.20 be awarded the contract for this project." - CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 807 807 Councilman Long offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on November 12, 1957, for the construction of Paving Skip Assessment Contract No. 57-A-38, consisting of 26 units; and, WHEREAS, the bid of McKown & Sons in the sum of $7,069.20 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 ofAustin, and by the City Manager; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the bid of McKown & Sons in the sum of $7,069.20 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 McKown & Sons. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The City Manager submitted the following: "From:S.Reuben Rountree, Jr. Director of Public Works "November 12, 1957 To: W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager "Subject: Construction of Miscellaneous Storm Sewers Contract No. 57-D-39 "Following is a tabulation of bids received at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, November 12, 1957, for the construction of miscellaneous storm sewers in the following areas: James StreetEasement, Hancock Drive, and Fortview Road No. 57-D-39. Contract "Austin Engineering Company Ed H. Page Bland Construction Company Karl B. Wagner Engr. Const. Co. "City's Estimate $ 9,874.00 11,621.00 11,971.70 14,051.60 $ 8,102.00" Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on November 12, 1957, for the construction of miscellaneous storm sewers in James Street Easement, Hancock Drive and Fortview Road Contract No. 57-D-39; and, CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 808 808 WHEREAS, the bid of Austin Engineering Company in the sum of $9,874.00 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 Austin Engineering Company in the sum of $9,874.00 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 Austin Engineering Company. The motion, seconded by Councilman Palmer, 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, 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 GONZALES STREET, from a point 28 feet west of Calles Street easterly 156 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 7.5 feet south of and parallel to the north property line of said GONZALES STREET. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of notless than 2½ feet. (2) A gas main in JIM HOGG AVENUE from a point 85 feet south of Arroyo Seca northerly to Arroyo Seca, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6.5 feet west of and parallel to the east property line of said JIM HOGG AVENUE. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of notless than 2½ feet. (3) A gas main in LLANO STREET from Canterbury Street northerly 107 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6.5 feet west of and parallel to the east property line of said LLANO STREET. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of notless than 2½ feet. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS (4) A gas main in FRIENDSWOOD ROAD, from Wheless Lane northerly 39 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6.5 feet west of and parallel to the east property line of said FRIENDSWOOD ROAD Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2½ feet. (5) A gas main in WHELESS LANE, from Friendswood Road westerly 434 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6.5 feet south of and parallel to the north property line of said WHELESS LANE. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 22 feet. (6) A gas main in VALDEZ STREET, from a point 101 feet south of Montana Street northerly 225 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6.5 feet west of and parallel to the east property line of said VALDEZ STREET. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2 feet. (7) A gas main in LEWIS LANE, from a point 204 feet south of W. 42nd Street southerly 336 feet, the centerline of which gas main shall be 14 feet east of and parallel to the west property line of said LEWIS LANE. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2½ feet. (8) A gas main in BASTROP HIGHWAY, from Montopolis Drive to Thompson Lane, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6 feet east of and parallel to the west property line of said BASTROP HIGHWAY. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2½ feet. (9) A gas main in BONNETT STREET, from Del Monte Road to Bastrop Highway, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6.5 feet west of and parallel to the east property line of said BONNETT STREET. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2½ feet. (10) A gas main in DEL MONTE ROAD, from Montopolis Drive to Saxon Lane, the centerline of which gas main shall be 6.5 feet south of and parallel to the north property line of said DEL MONTE ROAD. Said gas main described above shall have a cover of not less than 2 feet. 809 809 _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 810 810 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 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 and maintenance of said streets after said mains have been laid, shall be under the supervision and direction of the City Manager and under all the pertinent terms and conditions of the certain franchises granted to said company by the City of Austin. The motion, seconded by Councilman 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, bids were received by the City of Austin on November 8, 1957, for the furnishing of ten trucks of various capacities to be used by the Street and Bridge Department; and, WHEREAS, the bids of Armstrong-Johnson in the sum of $6,100.00 fortwo 2-ton trucks, complete with hoist, pump and 3 cubic yard bed; in the sum of $7,980.00, less trade-in, for two 5 cubic yard dump trucks; in the sum of $4,604.00 for one truck tractor; in the sum of $17,824.00 for four truck tractors; and in the sum of $2,693.00 for one 2-ton truck, were the lowest and best bids therefor, and the acceptance of such bids has been recommended by the Purchasing Agent 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 bids of Armstrong-Johnson in the sums of $6,100.00, $7,980.00 with trade-in, $4,604.00, $17,824.00 and $2,693.00 for the furnishing of the above described trucks, be and the same are 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 Armstrong-Johnson. 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 811811 Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on October 29, 1957, for the furnishing of Sludge Removal Equipment for two (2) Clarifiers at the Sewage Treatment Plant; and, WHEREAS, the bid of Walker Process Equipment, Inc. in the sum of $30,265.00 was the lowest and best bid therefor, and the acceptance of such bid has been recommended by the Superintendent of Water and Sewage Treatment 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 Walker Process Equipment, Inc. in the sum of $30,265.00 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 Walker Process Equipment, Inc. The motion, seconded by Councilman Pearson, 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, by Minute Order No. 43066 the Texas Highway Commission on November 1, 1957, ordered that a grade separation and approaches be constructed on U.S. Highway 290 at the Missouri Pacific Railway crossing on South Lamar Boulevard at an approximate estimated cost of $500,000 including right of way and that the State Highway Department bear 40%of the cost of the total project on condition that the City of Austin bear 40% of the cost and the Missouri Pacific Railway Company bear 20% of the cost, subject to the acceptance of such proposal by the City of Austin and the Missouri Pacific Railway Company; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the proposal for the construction of the grade separation and approaches on U.S. Highway 290 at the Missouri Pacific Railway crossing on South Lamar Boulevard contained in Texas Highway Commission Order No. 43066 dated November 1, 1957 be accepted by the City of Austin and that the City. Manager be directed to inform the Texas Highway Commission of such acceptance by the City of Austin. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 812 812 The Council took no action on the application of MRS. A. H. RITTER to change shore line of property on Lake Austin, as it wanted to go look at the property and surrounding areas. The Assistant City Manager stated bids had been received for seats and stage equipment for the Auditorium. The low bid did not meet specifications as the seats had no arms. It was recommended that the low bid on the chairs with no arms not be considered. The Council all stated it was their desire in the beginning to have the regular opera chairs with arms. Councilman Long moved that the Regular Meeting date be set for Wednesday, November 27th instead of Thanksgiving. The motion, seconded by Councilman Palmer, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The Council received a final draft of the wording on the Plaque for the Auditorium. In this line, the Mayor stated there must be a plaque dedicating the Auditorium to the citizens and taxpayers of the City of Austin. Mayor Miller announced that the following zoning application had been withdrawn: MR. & MRS. 0.0.NORWOOD : From "A" Residence 1012-1030 Riverside Drive 1003-1019 Edgecliff Terrace To "LR" Local Retail 1010-1012 Edgecliff Terrace 1006-1008 Interregional Hwy. 1010-1014 Kenwood The City Attorney explained the status of the Lamar Park property, as it was granted to the City. The City Attorney was requested to bring in a brief on this. The Director of Public Works gave a report on Paving of 49½ Street, in that 68.4% had signed up. He explained the previous efforts of getting the street paved in 1956, and some had withdrawn their checks. The paving had never been abandoned; but now with the 68.4% and possibility of others coming in, it was hoped to go on with the paving. The Council was favorable to paving at this figure and assessing the rest. Discussion was held on the condition of some streets. It was pointed out that the area along Bridle Path on into Enfield needed maintenance. The Director of Public Works reported on the sealcoating, and stated the next program would be with limestone from Uvalde and would not be do dusty. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 813 813 The Council received a report from the Director of Public Works on the paving of Hancock Drive from Shoal Creek Boulevard to Burnet Highway. By combining the portion of Hancock Drive from Finley Drive to the Railroad only 74% can be signed up. It was his recommendation that the paving of Hancock Drive be between Finley Drive and the Railroad. The Council informally agreed. The Director of Public Works stated Mr. Lindsey, who ownes a lot at the southeast corner of 38th and Lamar, wanted to rent the lot for selling Christmas trees, and he wanted to use the little narrow strip of land between his lot and the street. The Council informally agreed. The City Manager submitted the following: "May 6, 1957 "Memorandum to: W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager Memorandum from: Subject: S. ReubenRountree, Jr., Director of Public Works Street we would like to pave without waiting for petitions NORTH AUSTIN Proposed R.O.W. St. Width Length Shoal Creek Blvd., W.46th St. N'ly to Bridge East 53rd St., Avenue F to Airport Blvd. 80' 40' 700' 50' 40' 1500' St. Johns Avenue., N. Lamar Blvd to Northcrest Blvd. 50' 40' 1350' East 38 St., Harmon Ave. to Int. Hwy. Cherrywood Rd., East 34th St. to Giles St. West 49 St., Finley Dr. to Bull Creek Rd. West 49th St., Finley Dr. to Bull Creek Rd. 50' 40' 370 60' 40' 500' 50' 30' 270' 50' 30' 270' EAST AUSTIN Chicon St., E. 21st St. to Manor Rd. Chestnut Ave., Rosewood Ave. to Manor Rd. Holly St., Int. Hwy. to Mildred St. Chicon St., Holly St. to E. 1st St. Comal St., Holly St. to E. 1st St. Pedernales St., E. 1st St. to E. 5th St. 60' 40' 550' 60' & 50' 40 3500' 60' 40' 3600 60' 36 950' 60' 36 950 50' 36' 950' SOUTH AUSTIN Rutherford Pl., Alameda Dr.to Alta Vista Ave. Avondale Rd., Travis Hghts. Blvd.to Kenwood Ave. West Gibson St., So. Congress Ave.to Newton St. Alameda Dr., Mariposa Dr. to E.Live Oak St. Mariposa Dr., Alameda Dr. to Alta Vista Ave. Milam Pl., Alameda Dr. to Alta Vista Ave. West Elizabeth St., So. Congress Ave.to Newton St.60' Eva St., W.Elizabeth St. to W. Gibson St. 30' 470 1 60' 30' 350' 60' 30' 350' 50' 30' 900' 50 30' 240 50' 30' 240' 50' 30' 270' 50' 30' 350' PAVING COSTS Pavement Curb & gutter 30' street 36' street 40' street CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 814 814 $1.40 / sq. yd. $1.20 per lin. foot $6.60 per lin. ft. or $3.30 per front ft. $7.54 per lin. ft. or $3.72 per front ft. $8.16 per lin. ft. or $4.08 per front ft." Shoal Creek Blvd., W. 46th St. N'ly to Bridge, West 49 St., Finley Dr. to Bull Creek Rd. and West 49th St., Finley Dr. to Bull Creek Rd. previously authorized on voluntary paving program. Councilman Palmer moved that a formal ordinance be brought in declaring the necessity of paving certain streets as submitted by the City Manager through a memorandum from S. Reuben Rountree, Jr., dated May 6, 1957. The motion, seconded by Councilman Pearson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The Council discussed with the Director of Recreation the plans for the year and individually expressed general satisfaction of the plans for capital improvements. The Council considered the appeal of J. D. CONNOLLYand W. W. PATTERSON from the Board of Equalization on the value of the real property in Block 85, Original City of Austin; and fixed the assessed valuation of the land at $397,070.00, and the improvements at $2,790.00 or a total assessed valuation of $399,800.00. There being no further business, the Council adjourned at 1:30 P.M. subject to the call of the Mayor. ATTEST: Calais Voorley City Clerk APPROVED Jom Mulle Mayor