532 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 532 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Regular Meeting August 20, 1959 10:00 Α.Μ. Council Chamber, City Hall The meeting was called to order with Mayor Miller presiding. Roll call: Present: Councilmen Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Absent: Councilman Bechtol (as he was out of the City) Present also: W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager; Doren R. Eskew, City Attorney; Reuben Rountree, Jr., Director of Public Works; Robert A. Miles, Chief of Police. Invocation was delivered by REV. BOB GRAHAM, St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 2001. Koenig Lane. Councilman White moved that the Minutes of the Meeting of August 13, 1959 and of the Special Meeting of August 11th, 1959, be approved. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Perry, White, Mayor Miller Nœs: None Absent: Councilmen Bechtol Present but not voting: Councilman Palmer Mayor Miller announced the retirement of MR. JEROME HILL after 25 years' service. Dr. E. H. Givens, speaking for Jerome Hill, expressed his appreciation for the opportunity of serving the 25 years, and introduced two of his children James Hill, Director of the Band at Abilene, and Mrs. Irene Thomas, Secretary at Anderson High School. MR. ROBERT SNEED appeared before the Council about a need for sewer facilities in the St. Johns Addition. Besides the existing problem, there are now problems developing--large commercial uses along the Expressway. MR. C. Α. MCDOUGAL, Holiday Inn, stated their need for sanitary sewers, as they were planning an expansion of the Motel this fall. The City Manager outlined the plans for providing sewer facilities in the area. The Water Superintendent roughly estimated the cost at $300,000, and said the problem was recognized and that a CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 533 533 MR. The preliminary engineering survey was being made; and that this program would depend upon future bond issues. It was his opinion that it would be approximately two years before sewer facilities could be available to this area. Mayor asked about the feasibility of putting this in on a refund basis. WILLIE BARTEE, St. Johns Area, asked that the Council help them get a sewer system, like it did water, lights, and fireplugs. The Mayor suggested that Mr. Sneed get with Mr. Davis and see if something on a refund basis could be worked out. Pursuant to published notice thereof the following zoning applications were publicly heard: EULA WILLIAMS 3004 East 18th Street From "A" Residence To "B" Residence NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission Mrs. Williams represented herself requesting the change so that she could have a beauty parlor in her home, and filed a petition with 60 signatures. Opposition was expressed by BOOKER T. MOORE, HATTIE CHAMBERS who owned rent property in the area; MATTIE DAVIS: sister of Mattie Davis; and others. The Council deferred action until it could make a personal inspection of the area. J. C. COX 4601 Hank Avenue From "A" Residence To "B" Residence NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission Mr. Cox appeared in his own behalf, and filed a petition signed by eight of his nearest neighbors favoring the change; and a letter asking that one name be removed from a petition objecting to the change. The change was requested to permit a beauty parlor in the home. Opposition was expressed by MRS. T. H. FREEMAN, who presented 23 signatures of those protesting. The Council deferred action until it could make a personal inspection of the area. LUCILLE HARVEY By Robert C. Sneed 8520-8750 Lamar Blvd. From "A" Residence To "C" Commercial RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Mr. Sneed represented the applicant. The Council agreed that the area was commercial in nature, but wanted to wait on the engineering details on laying out the plat and dedicating certain streets which are now being worked out. =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 534 534 GORDON W. GRIFFIN 813-15 East 32nd Street From "A" Residence To "0" Office NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission Mr. Griffin represented himself. Opposition was expressed by MRS. S. W. BOHLS and MRS. ANNA MAE FORD. The Council deferred action pending receipt of plans and a commitment. MRS. JACK HUDSPETH MRS. BERNICE MESSOLONG- HITES, By G.T. Wall, Agent 5900 Woodrow, 1400-04 Koenig Lane From "A" Residence To "LR" Local Retail 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: Noes: Councilmen Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilman Bechtol The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "LR" Local Retail and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. WALTER T. ANDERSON, Owner 5300 Avenue H J.C.VINSON, Purchaser By Doak Rainey, Agent From "LR" Local Retail To "C-1" Commercial NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission Mr. Vinson amended his application to request "C" Commercial. No opposition appeared. The Mayor asked those who wished to grant the change to "C" Commercial to vote "aye"; those oppose a to vote "no". Roll call showed the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Absent: Councilman Bechtol 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. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 535 535 MRS. C. E. SHELVIN 2403 East 12th Street From "A" Residence To "B" Residence RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission No opposition appeared. The Mayor asked those who wished to grant the change to "B" Residence to vote "aye"; those opposed to vote "no". Roll call showed the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilman Bechtol The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "B" Residence and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. JOE K. MURCHISON 2305-07 North Loop Blvd. From "A" Residence To "GR" General Retail RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission No opposition appeared. 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 following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Absent: Councilman Bechtol 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. M. H. REED TRUST #2 Harry Joseph, Lessee 5617 Airport Blvd. From "C" Commercial To "C-1" Commercial RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission 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: Noes: Councilmen Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilman Bechtol 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. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 536 536 ALFRED T. RANGEL 2522 East 7th Street From "D" Industrial To "C-1" Commercial RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission 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: Noes: Councilmen Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilman Bechtol 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. Along with the zoning application of GORDON W. GRIFFIN on 813-15 East 32nd Street, MRS. ANNA MAE FORD and MRS. S. W. BOHLS made complaints of the maintenance of East 32nd Street, and that it had not been paved although they were under the impression it had been under contract. ing: Mayor Miller brought up the following zoning ordinance for its second readAN 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 1, BLOCK A, NORTHWAY CREST SECTION 3, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "B" RESIDENCE DISTRICT. (2) LOTS 2 AND 3, BLOCK 15, HAPPY HOLLOW, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "O" OFFICE DISTRICT. ALL OF SAID PROPERTY BEING LOCATED IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; ORDERING A CHANGE IN THE USE MAPS SO AS TO RECORD SUCH CHANGES; AND SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. 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 White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilman Bechtol =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS= 537 537 The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Palmer moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilman Bechtol 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 WAYNE A. BURNS; 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 the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Absent: Councilman Bechtol 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 Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilman Bechtol The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman White moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilman Bechtol The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. The City Manager submitted the following: "Sealed bids opened 2:00 P.M. August 17, 1959 Tabulated by: O. G. Brush, Purchasing Agent "CITY OF AUSTIN BIDS FOR TIRES, TUBES, RECAPPING CONTRACT Sept. 1, 1959 Aug. 31, 1960 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 537 538 $36,519.63 $36,271.39 $36,323.13 WESLEY PEARSON B. F. GOODRICH AUSTIN GOODYEAR TIRES AND TUBES (Estimated quan- tities based on previous purchases) RECAPPING AND No. Bid 4,991.10 5,516.09 SECTION REPAIRS TOM COOK TIRE CO. No Bid $5,384.20 LOW BID LAST YEAR (8/18/58) using pre sent quan tities $39,323.20 $ 4,488.59 *Changed specifications on Recapping to usage of natural rubber in place of cold rubber which lists for 15% more. RECOMMENDATION: : Recommend low bidder, B. F. Goodrich be awarded contract for all tires, tubes and recapping. "W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager" Councilman Palmer offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on August 17, 1959, for the furnishing of tires and tubes and for recapping and section repairs; and, : WHEREAS, the bid of B. F. Goodrich Company, in the sum of $36,271.39 for the furnishing of tires and tubes, was the lowest and best bid therefor; and WHEREAS, the bid of B. F. Goodrich Company, in the sum of $4,991.10 for recapping and section repairs, was the lowest and best bid therefor; and, WHEREAS, 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 B. F. Goodrich Company, in the sum of $36,271.39 for furnishing tires and tubes, and in the sum of $4,991.10 for recapping and section repairs, be and the same are hereby accepted, and W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager of the City of Austin, is hereby authorized to execute contracts on behalf of the City with B. F. Goodrich Company. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Absent: Councilmen Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller None Councilman Bechtol The City Manager submitted the following: "August 18, 1959 "Following is a tabulation of the bids received at 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, August 18, 1959 for the construction of approximately eleven (11) blocks of pavement and accessories on Stratford Drive from WPL Canyon Circle (West) to WPL Elgin AvenueContract Number 59-A-21. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS "Lee Maners $40,002.06 Collins Construction Co. of Texas 42,906.34 Giesen & Latson Construction Co. 51,174.64 Ed H. Page 51,629.22 Capital Construction Co., Inc. 70,857.82 $39,073.20 539 539 "City's Estimate "I recommend that Lee Maners with his low bid of $40,002.06 be awarded the contract for this project. "S. Reuben Rountree, Jr. Director of Public Works" Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on August 18, 1959, for the construction of approximately eleven (11) blocks of pavement and accessories on Stratford Drive from WPL Canyon Circle (West) to WPL Elgin Avenue Contract Number 59-A-21; and, - WHEREAS, the bid of Lee Maners in the sum of $40,002.06 was the lowest and best bid therefor; and the acceptance of such bid has been recommended by the Director of Public Works and by the City Manager; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the bid of Lee Maners in the sum of $40,002.06 be and the same is hereby accepted, and W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager of the City of Austin, is hereby authorized to execute contract on behalf of the City with Lee Maners. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes; None Absent: Councilman Bechtol Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, after an engineering and traffic investigation, the City Council has found that the circumstances are such that vehicular traffic can move north... bound and southbound on South 1st Street at its intersection with West Live Oak Street in safety without being required to stop at said intersection, and that stop signs are not needed at said intersection governing the traffic moving north bound and southbound on South 1st Street, and WHEREAS, after an engineering and traffic investigation, the City Council has found that its previous finding that stop signs were necessary governing northbound and southbound traffic on South 1st Street at its intersection with Live Oak Street should be deleted from Section 33.53(12) of the Traffic Register; Now, Therefore, CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS: 510 540 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the City Clerk be authorized and instructed to record these findings in Section 33.53(12) of the Traffic Register. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilman Bechtol Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, after an engineering and traffic investigation, the City Council has found that the circumstances are such that the maximum reasonable and safe speed for the operation of vehicles at the following locations during the times stated is less than thirty (30) miles per hour when pedestrians are present, due to the proximity of said streets to schools; and, WHEREAS, after said investigation the City Council has found that the maximum reasonable and safe speed for the operation of vehicles on school days during the hours 7:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. when pedestrians are present is twenty (20) miles per hour at the following locations: ON STREET Newton Street FROM TO Elizabeth Street Nellie Street Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the City Clerk be authorized and instructed to record this finding in Section 33.39 of the Traffic Register. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilman Bechtol Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the City Manager, W. T. Williams, Jr., be and he is hereby authorized and directed to enter into a contract on behalf of the City of Austin with Harold Legge in accordance with the terms and provisions of that certain contract, CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 541 541 a copy of which is attached to this resolution, and marked by the City Clerk for purposes of identification, and the City Clerk is hereby directed to file for permanent record in the office of the City Clerk the attached copy of said contract without recordation in the minutes of the City Council. The motion, seconded by Councilman Palmer, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilman Bechtol The Council granted permission for the SHRINE CIRCUS PARADE, to be held at 3:00 P.M., October 26, 1959, and accepted the invitation from SHERIFF T. 0. LANG, through Councilman White, to participate in the parade by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilman Bechtol The City Attorney submitted a recommendation for sale of some City property at Newning and East Riverside Drive consisting of approximately 5000 square feet. The Council ſeferred action until next week so that it could look at the property. After considering the request for vacating an alley from West Elizabeth and West Gibson between Congress Avenue and Eva Street, Councilman Palmer moved that since there were some property owners that opposed the closing of this alley, that the application be denied. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilman Bechtol The Assistant City Manager submitted a request for naming a portion of Highway 183 "Research Road", stating that property owners abutting this portion of the Road had requested it, and about 95% of the property owners on the outside of the City limits had also requested this name. Councilman Perry moved that the portion of Highway 183 be named "RESEARCH ROAD". The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilman Bechtol The Council agreed informally to set Thursday October 1st for the sale of $6,500,000 Utility Revenue Bonds and $1,000,000 General Obligation Bonds. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 542 542 Mayor Miller announced that the Council would have a Special Meeting Tuesday, August 25th at 2:30 P.M. and possibly Wednesday. The City Manager stated that the Fire Department needed to know which method would be put into effect--whether the present employees would keep the same hours with more pay or if the additional people would be hired, as it is time now to notify the persons eligible whether or not they will be employed. The City Attorney stated notice of a hearing on diversion permit of Williamson County Water Improvement District had been received and stated he would be glad to attend. The Assistant City Manager made a report on a meeting of a Chamber of Commerce Committee with him and the Traffic Engineer regarding down-town parking regarding a change in parking meters, and on the recommendation of the Traffic Engineer. He stated this matter could be brought up next Thursday. The Assistant City Manager submitted the request of MR. GEORGE VAN FLEET that when the Boy Scouts celebrate the 50th Anniversary on February 11, 1960, that they be permitted to have a pot-luck dinner in the Auditorium. The Council discussed this, and it was suggested that the Boy Scouts be offered Barton Springs picnic facilities, or possibly that they could use the Old Boy Scout Hut. There being no further business, the Council adjourned at 1:50 P.M., subject to the call of the Mayor. ATTEST: City Clerk APPROVED Jon Milla. Mayor