537 537 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Regular Meeting August 21, 1958 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. Councilman White moved that the Minutes of the Meeting of August 14, 1958, be approved. The motion, seconded by Councilman Pearson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Present but not voting: Councilman Palmer MR. FRED STEVENS, and a group of Senior Citizens, appeared requesting the Council to provide a permanent meeting place, centrally located, for these citizens. The Mayor suggested that the group meet with the Director of Recreation and visit the house at Eilers Park and see if it would serve their purpose, as it was large and there was bus service available, and the house was located in a beautiful area. MR. CLYDE MALONE, Austin Transit Company, asked permission to sell school punch tickets for the special school busses. The Mayor suggested that he also use punch tickets for the seven-cent fares. MR. MALONE stated he would have each printed in a different color. He also asked permission to change the route of the Kinney Avenue Line, which he felt would serve the people in the area in a more efficient manner. After discussion, Councilman White moved that MR. MALONE be permitted to issue the punch cards, both seven and ten cent cards, and that he be authorized to change the route as he mentioned. 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 58 533 MRS. CLARINE SAMPSON asked that there be organized a Mothers Patrol to be started by the Mayor and a segment of the Police Department, the organization to be on the order of a traffic patrol, and to be trained by a traffic officer. The mothers, who have children in school, would be placed on intersections where the children cross going to school. The Council stated it would take the matter under study. MR. LAWRENCE WILLIAMS, 601 Nelray Boulevard, filed a petition for paving Nelray. The petition was referred to the Engineering Department. MR. SAMUEL THIELEPAPE appeared before the Council regarding purchasing a little piece of property on Airport Boulevard and 53rd Street. The Mayor stated the Council would go look at the property and check into it. Mayor Miller introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CERTAIN CONTRACT WITH AUSTIN CORPORATION; PROVIDING FOR THE APPROPRIATION OF MONEY PAID TO THE CITY OF AUSTIN UNDER SUCH CONTRACT; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman White moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Palmer, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time andCouncilman White moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Palmer, 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 Palmer, 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 AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CERTAIN CONTRACT WITH DELWOOD PROPERTIES, INC.; PROVIDING FOR THE APPROPRIATION OF MONEY PAID TO THE CITY OF AUSTIN UNDER SUCH CONTRACT; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman White moved that CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 537 539 the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Palmer, carried by the following vote: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Ayes: 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 Palmer, 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 Palmer, 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. No action was taken on the ordinance vacating a portion of West 39 Street, as the Council wanted to make a personal inspection of the area. Pursuant to published notice thereof the following zoning applications were publicly heard: ALVIN GOERLITZ By W.W.Patterson 8322-8328 Burnet Road From "A" Residence To "C-1" Commercial RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Mr. Jay Patterson appeared representing the applicant. No opposition appeared. The Mayor asked those who wished to grant the change to "C-1" Commercial to vote "aye"; those opposed to vote "no". Roll call showed the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "C-1" Commercial and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. THOMAS BROTHERS LUMBER COMPANY 6519-21 Burnet Lane From "A" Residence To "GR" General Retail RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission The Mayor asked those who wished to grant the change to "GR" General Retail to vote "aye"; those opposed to vote "no". Roll call showed the 540 540 =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "GR" General Retail and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. L. L. McCANDLESS E.23rd St., E.23 St. Swisher & Interregional Highway (900-02 E.23rd St. & 2301-05 Swisher St. 906-08 E.23rd St. & 2314-20 Inter.Hwy From "BB" to "B" 2307-11 Swisher St. 901-09 E. 23 St. & 2330-36 Inter.Hwy. From "C" to "C-1" 2326-28 Inter. Hwy. From "C" to "C-2" 904 E. 23rd St. & 2322-24 Inter. Hwy. From "BB" to "B") From "BB" Residence & "C" Commercial To "B" Residence, "C-1" Commercial & "C-2" Commercial RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission and to include additional property in this block as "B" Residence The Mayor asked those who wished to grant the changes to "B" Residence, "C-1" Commercial and "C-2" Commercial to vote "ave"; those opposed to vote "no". Roll call showed the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Absent: Councilman Long (Not in Council Room at time vote was taken) The Mayor announced that the change had been granted and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. HENRY WIRE 2038 South Lamar Boulevard From "C" Commercial To "C-1" Commercial RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission The Mayor asked those who wished to grant the change to "C-1" Commercial to vote "aye"; those opposed to vote "no". Roll call showed the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "C-1" Commercial and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. BARTON D. NEAL CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 541 541 4114-4118 South 1st Street From "C" Commercial 600-04 Radam Lane "To "C-1" Commercial RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission The Mayor asked those who wished to grant the change to "C-1" Commercial to vote "aye"; those opposed to vote "no". Roll call showed the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "C-1" Commercial and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. RANDOLPH STARR 2100 Willow Street 91-93 Anthony Street From "A" Residence To "C" Commercial NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission The Mayor asked those who wished to grant the change to "C" Commercial to vote "aye"; those opposed to vote "no". Roll call showed the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "C" Commercial and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. ISAAC CRAIG, JR. MURIEL L. HIGGS 2200-04 Washington Street 1161-65 Coleto From "A" Residence 1st Height and Area To "BB" Residence 2nd Height and Area RECOMMENDED change from "A" to "BB" NOT Recommended change from 1st to 2nd Height and Area by the Planning Commission Mire Urang tokwriteoaelenter that he will not build over four apartments. The Mayor asked those who wished to grant the change to "BB" Residence 2nd Height and Area to vote "aye"; those opposed to vote "no". Roll call showed the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted tod"BBS 2nd Height and Area and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. 542 542 - CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS ALLEN BOWSER, JR., et al 1177-1187 Angelina St. 1401-07 Cotton Street From "A" Residence To "C" Commercial NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission MR. DON THOMAS represented the Telephone Company who has a contract of purchase depending upon the zoning. Opposition was expressed by the Urban Renewal Committee; MRS. BARROW, President, League of Women's Voters; DR. CALHOUN, Principal, Kealing Junior High; and MR. DANIEL MERCADO. The Council postponed action on this. Later in the day the Mayor brought the matter up again. The Mayor asked those who wished to grant the change to "C" Commercial to vote "aye"; those opposed to vote "no". Roll call showed the following vote: Ayes: None Noes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller The Mayor announced that the change had been DENIED. W. W. KNΑΡΕ By Daniel Mercado, Lessee 3409-11 East Avenue From "C" Commercial To "C-2" Commercial NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission MRS. KNAPE and MR. MERCADO represented the applicant. Opposition by T. R. TOMLINSON, 3401 Robinson; MRS. LILLIAN MILLER, 3405 Robinson; NOHN Μ. ADAMS, 3412 Robinson. The Mayor asked those who wished to grant the change to "C-2" Commercial to vote "aye"; those opposed to vote "no". Roll call showed the following vote: Ayes: None Noes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller The Mayor announced that the change had been DENIED. GEORGE WITT Mrs. Leroy Farmer, lessee 910 South 1st Street From "A" Residence To "LR" Local Retail NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission 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: None Noes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller The Mayor announced that the change had been DENIED. 543 543 = CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS DR. W. M. COLLINS 2919-2921 East 12th Street From "A" Residence To "C-1" Commercial NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission Kenneth Lampkin represented the applicant. Mr. Dolly, and the real estate agent favored the change. Opposition was expressed by Lawrence Owens, 1189 Hargrave; Joel Manning, 2923 East 12th Street; and Charley Harris. The Council postponed action until the following week. CONGER POAGE 904-912 North Lamar Boulevard From "C" Commercial Το "C-1" Commercial RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Mr. Poage represented himself. Opposition was expressed by Mr. D. B. Thrasher, Mr. L. E. Ledbetter, and Mrs. Ed Renker. until the following week. The Council postponed action RICHARD R. HOOPER By Doak Rainey 4707-471.5 Harmon Avenue From "A" Residence To "C" Commercial RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Mr. Hooper appeared in his own behalf. The Council postponed action until the following week. MRS. S. P. WOLFF 3313 East Avenue From "A" Residence To "C" Commercial NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission The Council postponed action until the following week. MR. ELWOOD PEARCE, Branch Manager, United States Fidelity and Guaranty Company of Houston came before the Council regarding their bond on Combustion Engineering Company. In discussion, the method in which the bond for Hardin Construction Company was handled was mentioned. Mr. Pearce stated the way the 544 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS case had been handled, was as it should have been from a bonding company standpoint. After more discussion, the members of the Council indicated they wanted to follow the City Manager's recommendation. The Council went over the plans for the addition to the Library with Mr. Max Brooks and Mr. Roy White. Councilman White moved to accept the preliminary plans and to proceed with the full scale drawings. The motion seconded by Councilman Palmer, 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, John Broad is the Contractor for the remodeling and the erection of an awning of a building located at 413 Congress Avenue and desires a portion of the sidewalk and street space abutting Lot 4, Block 42 of the Original City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, during the remodeling and erection of an awning of a 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, the boundary of which is described as follows: Sidewalk and Street Working Space Beginning at the northwest corner of the above described property; thence in a westerly direction and at right angles with the center line of Congress Avenue 12 feet west of the east curb line; thence in a southerly direction and parallel with the center line of Congress Avenue, approximately 46 feet to a point; thence in an easterly direction and at right angles with the center line of Congress Avenue to the southwest corner of the above described property. 2. THAT the above privileges and allotment of space are granted to the said John Broad, hereinafter termed "Contractor", upon the following express terms and conditions; (1) That the Contractor shall construct a 4-foot walkway within the outer boundaries of the above described working space, such walkway to be protected on each side by a guard rail at least 4 feet high and substantially braced and anchored, and without wood strips or obstructions of any kind along the pavement within the walkway, and at any time in the opinion of the City 545 515 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS officials it becomes necessary for any reason to install a board floor within the walkway, the Contractor shall upon notice from the Building Inspector immdiately place such a wood floor and substantially support same to prevent sagging under load. (2) That the Contractor is permitted to construct in his working space a substantial gate which shall be kept closed at all times when not in use, and at all times that such gate is open, the Contractor shall maintain a person at this gate to warn pedestrians and vehicles of approaching trucks. This gate is not to open out so as to impede vehicular or pedestrian traffic. (3) That no vehicles in loading or unloading material at the working space 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 systems for all tunnels. (9) That the Contractor shall remove all fences, barricades, loose materials and other obstructions on the sidewalk and street immediately after the necessity for their existence on said sidewalk or street has ceased, such sidewalk, barricades, materials, equipment and other obstructions shall be removed not later than October 18, 1958. (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 Five Thousand Dollars ($5000), which shall protect, indemnify and hold harmless the City of Austin from any claims or damages to any person CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 546 543 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 Burther guarantee the construction of a walkway and other safeguards during the occupancy of the space. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, 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, Chester Heep is the Contractor for the repairing of the plaster on the front of a building located at 708 Congress Avenue and desires a portion of the sidewalk and street space abutting the south one-half of Lot 3, Block 83, of the Original City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, during the repairing of the plaster on the front 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 Chester Heep, the boundary of which is described as follows: Sidewalk and Street Working Space Beginning at the southeast corner of the above described property; thence in an easterly direction and at right angles with the center line of Congress Avenue 6 feet to a point; thence in a northerly direction and parallel with the center line of Congress Avenue, approximately 23 feet to a point; thence in a westerly direction and at right angles to the northeast corner of the above described property. 2. THAT the above privileges and allotment of space are granted to the said Chester Heep, 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 two parking meter spaces immediately in front of the entrance in the barricade for the delivery or removal of materials 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, 547 547 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS and at all times that such gate is open, the Contractor shall maintain a person at this gate to warn pedestrian 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 or darkness and provide lighting systems for all funnels. (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 August 28, 1958. (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 useand enjoyment of the spaces herein granted shall not be exclusive as against public needs, and the City, immmaking 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 by or repaired at the Contractors expense. (13) That the Contractor shall furnish the City of Austin a surety bond in the sum of Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000), 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 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 548 548 during the occupancy of the space. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, 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, there has been submitted to the Building Inspector, the application of Ross T. Gault for a building permit together with a site plan dated August 19, 1958, meeting the requirements of Section 10-B, 3 of the Zoning Ordinance of the City, for certain building establishment at 1000 San Antonio Street, more particularly described in said application; and, WHEREAS, it has been found and determined by the City Council of the City of Austin, that based upon the use of the premises for the purpose of converting a residence into an office building the maximum number of parking spaces which will probably be used by employees and customers of such establishment, taking into account the loading facilities on the site, the public parking areas and street space available for parking in the vicinity, public safety, and free circulation of traffic both on and off the site, is 8 parking spaces; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That EIGHT (8) spaces is an adequate number of parking spaces for the establishment shown on the site plan of Ross T. Gault dated August 19, 1958, for use of the premises for the purpose of converting a residence into an office building. 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) BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: THAT the City Council of the City of Austin hereby approves the property situated on the north side of East Third Street as a private gasoline plant consisting of a 550 gallon tank and electric pump for the sole purpose of servicing his own motor equipment, and from which no gasoline is to be sold, which property is owned by C. G. Puryear, and is Lot 1, Block 36 of the City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, and hereby authorizes the said C. G. Puryear to operate a private gasoline plant consisting of a 550 gallon tank and electric pump for the sole purpose of servicing his own motor equipment, and from which no gasoline is to be sold, subject to the same being operated in compliance with all the ordinances relating thereto, and further subject to the foregoing attached recommendations; and the Building Inspector is hereby authorized to issue an =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 5.1 543 occupancy permit for the operation of this private gasoline plant after full compliance with all the provisions of this resolution, and said permission shall be held to be granted, and accepted subject to all necessary, reasonable and proper, present and future regulations and ordinances of the City of Austin, Texas, in the enforcement of the proper police, traffic and fire regulations; and the right of revocation is retained if, after hearing, it is found by the City Council that the said C. G. Puryear has failed and refused, and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "Austin, Texas August 20, 1958 "Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Sir: "I, the undersigned, have considered the application of C. G. Puryear for permission to operate a private gasoline plant consisting of a 550 gallon underground tank and an electric computing pump for the sole purpose of servicing their own motor equipment and from which no gasoline is to be sole, upon property located on the north side of East Third Street, which property is designated as Lot 1, Block 36 in the City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, and locally known as 702 East Third Street. "This property is located in a "C-2" Commercial District and I recommend that this permit be granted subject to the following conditions: "(1) That the gasoline tanks and pumps shall be of an approved type and shall bear the label of the Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., and that all tanks and pumps shall be installed in compliance with the Ordinance governing the storage and handling of gasoline. "(2) That all tanks and pumps shall be located not nearer than 10 feet to the property line and so located that cars stopped for the purpose of unloading or receiving gasoline or other supplies shall not in any way obstruct the free passage of traffic on either the sidewalk, street, or alley. "(3) That "NO SMOKING" signs shall at all times be prominently displayed and no person shall be permitted to smoke on the premises where gasoline is handled or stored. "(4) That all fees shall be paid and a permit secured from the Building Inspector's Office before any installation work is started, and that no equipment shall be placed in operation until after final inspection and approval of same. "Respectfully submitted, (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 550 550 =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS The City Manager submitted the following: "Following is a tabulation of bids received at 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, August 19, 1958, for the construction of Assessment Paving Contract No. 58-A-30, consisting of 14 Units. "McKown & Sons Giesen & Latson Const. Co. Lee Maners Raymond Canion & Co. Ed H. Page $ 93,273.83 95,654.21 97,261.96 97,526.04 101,375.67 "City's Estimate $ 96,470.55 "I recommend that McKown & Sons with their low bid of $93,273.83 be awarded the contract for this project. "S. Reuben Rountree, Jr. Director of Public Works" Councilman Long offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on August 19, 1958, for the construction of Assessment Paving Contract No. 58-A-30, consisting of 14 units; and, WHEREAS, the bid of McKown & Sons in the sum of $93,273.83 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 McKown & Sons in the sum of $93,273.83 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: "Following is a tabulation of bids received at 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, August 19, 1958, for the construction of Assessment Paving Contract No. 58-A-31, consisting of 20 Units. "McKown & Sons Giesen & Latson Const. Co. Lee Maners Ed H. Page $ 97,885.93 100,017.39 100,540.74 102,031.99 "City's Estimate $101,863.10 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 551 "I recommend that McKown & Sons with their low bid of $97,885.93 be awarded the contract for this project. "S. Reuben Rountree, Jr. Director of Public Works" Councilman Long offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on August 19, 1958, for the construction of Assessment Paving Contract No. 58-A-31, consisting of 20 units; and, WHEREAS, the bid of McKown & Sons in the sum of $97,885.93 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 McKown & Sons in the sum of $97,885.93 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 Mayor Miller introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 33 OF THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1954 BY ADDING THERETO A NEW SECTION TO BE DESIGNATED SECTION 33.40-A, PERTAINING TO REGULATION OF SPEED OF AMBULANCES RESPONDING TO EMERGENCY CALLS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. 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 and Councilman Pearson moved that CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 552 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. Councilman Long moved that the Council accept the offer of the State Highway Department to buy eight parcels of land owned by the City on the east side of Interstate Highway 35, needed for widening. The motion, seconded by Councilman Palmer, 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, on August 20, 1958, W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager, did file with the City Clerk the proposed budget for the operation of the City of Austin for the fiscal year 1958-59; and, WHEREAS, on August 21, 1958, said budget was submitted to the City Council by the City Manager; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the public hearing on said budget will be held in the City Council Chamber at the City Hall on September 25, 1958, at 10:00 A.M. and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: That the City Clerk shall, at least 10 intervening days before said hearing date, publish, or cause to be published, public notice advertising said public hearing. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Palmer, Pearson, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The Council went into Executive Session. == CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS 553 Announced from the Executive Session were the following changes in salaries: Director of Recreation Police Chief Fire Chief Personnel Director Fire Marshal Librarian Abattoir Supt. City Clerk Asst. City Clerk Asst. Chief Miles Deputy Chief Laws Former New $8,270 $9,000 7,700 8,400 7,700 8,400 6,600 7,200 6,600 7,200 6,327 6,900 6,327 6,900 4,949 5,500 3,529 3,883 6,552 8,000 6,876 7,596 Announced also was that the Department Heads, City Manager, Finance Director, Director of Public Works, Electric Utility Superintendent, Tax Assessor, City Attorney, Water and Sewer Director, Hospital Administrator, Traffic Engineer, Assistant City Manager, Water and Sewage Treatment Superintendent, Planning Director, Judge Corporation Court, Purchasing Agent would receive six percent increase in salary. There being no further business, the Council adjourned at 7:45 P.M., subject to the call of the Mayor. ATTEST: Clair Nassby City Clerk Jommiller APPROVED Mayor