- CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Regular Meeting January 28, 1960 10:00 Α.Μ. Council Chamber, City Hall The meeting was called to order with Mayor Miller presiding. Roll call: Present: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Absent: None Present also: W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager; Invocation was delivered by RABBI CHARLES MINTZ, Temple Beth Israel, 3901 Seiders. Councilman White moved that the Minutes of January 21, 1960, be approved with corrections noted. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Ayes: Noes: None MR. B. R. REYNOLDS, and a group from the Lion's Club, appeared before the Council requesting permission to use the area north of First Street, west of the drainage ditch, up to the street leading to the Animal Shelter for another ball park. At this time they would want to clear it and make it a practice field, until they developed it into a ball park. The Mayor stated that the Council would go look at the land, and talk it over with the Recreation Department and Board. Mr. Reynolds introduced Mr. MAC DEGUERIN, Mr. DICK KERCHEVILLE, Mr. GEORGE WILCOX, and Mr. DAVED LAMME. Mr. Reynolds stated they would want an answer as soon as possible, as they had set May 2nd and needed to start practicing as soon as they could. Mayor Miller introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE PERPETUALLY VACATING AND CLOSING A PORTION OF A STREET KNOWN AS BULL CREEK ROAD, IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; RETAINING AN EASEMENT FOR PUBLIC UTILITY PURPOSES, AND SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF AN ORDINANCE ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman White moved that the ordinance be passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Palmer, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None !i MR. DAVID LAMME appeared before the Council presenting to each member a copy of a tax receipt dated back in 1887, and stating his family had been paying :. taxes in the city for 75 years. He also presented a large plate of candy. MAYOR MILLER stated that when one member of the Council wanted to postpone something, it had been the policy to grant the request. He reviewed various meetings the Council had held in efforts to obtain a gas supply for the power plants, and particularly the meeting in which Councilman Palmer had asked him to contact MR. HAAS, as there had been some negotiations which the Mayor had not participated in. He stated that later this company had cut their price 1/2 cent. He reviewed an informal meeting in the Driskill Hotel, with Mr. CAIN, Southern Union Gas Company, of which company MR. REID would become president, as Mr.Zachry was retiring. The Mayor reported on the company from Tulsa, saying that it had requested on the 4th of January for a hearing on the 5th, but did not get here until the 6th, on account of bad weather keeping their planes from leaving the grounds in Tulsa. Mayor Miller said that a representative from another company had come in late last November or the first part of December, stating he had a good gas deal for the City. He asked for two weeks time, and then another extension of 10 days. The same man came back in on Thursday, January 7th and stated he was now with Intra-Tex. The Mayor said they had been given every consideration in the matter, and the Council had met with them as it had been meeting--informally. The contract with Southern Union was reviewed briefly; also its provision that the City could at any time and any place negotiate for a better price, cancelling out its contract upon a month's notice. The Mayor also mentioned the contract made with another company, which broke up among themselves. He stated that it should always be remembered that the City had this right with Southern Union and United, that at any time, with a month's notice, it could cancel out; but that care should be taken never to set a date, as there might be some possibility that the gas might not get in, and there would be some embarrassment about it. He stated that in October, the Council resumed its efforts and started talking about gas again, and that some companies had made their written proposals, some had made verbal proposals, and some were still interested in the matter; while others were still interested in furnishing a pipe line into Austin to furnish gas for its power plants. MAYOR MILLER said that on the afternoon of January 13, the Council had been in meeting, and had come up to the City Hall, and he had been present from 5:00 P.M. until 6:30 P.M. when he had to leave, as his wife had been ill with a recent heart attack. He stated that member of the administrative staff had notified the City Clerk to stand by. Two members of the Council had previously asked that this matter be put off. He noted that the Minutes did not contain any comments on what went on from 5:00 until 6:30 P.M., and that he would liked to have had the courtesy of having it shown that he had plead and begged with the Council to postpone this for many reasons--for the break in the financial market; il 79 _ CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS. that the general economic situation was clouded; and that general long-term contracts were becoming cheaper; that had these people (Intra-Tex) withdrawn, there were other people anxious to take their place; and that the contract with Intra-Tex had been cut by negotiations on January 1l, and that he did not know of any others who had had that opportunity offered to them. He said the Tulsa people were vitally interested in the contract, and their proposal was 21 for the first five years, 22 for the second five years, 23 for the 3rd five years, and 244 for the final years. The Mayor said he had entreated that this action not be taken, and the Minutes showed him "absent". He said he had asked that the Council have some of the advisory committee present, and he had begged the Council at least unanimously to say it would not go on with this. reMayor Miller said he had asked the City Attorney to tell him if it were legal to keep considering these other proposals, as some of the people still wanted to appear before the Council, but the City Attorney had not yet given his opinion. The Mayor asked if there had been any study made of the gas and quirements of the Intra-Tex, as Councilmen Palmer, Bechtol, and Perry had agreed on three weeks to approve the gas and the requirements. Councilman Palmer answered that the company had requested to meet with the Council on Monday at 3:30 to prove their reserves. A telegram from Texas Central Gas Company (1-28-60) was read by the Mayor as follows: "On January 15, we submitted a proposal to the City of Austin to supply natural gas for electric generating plant. Please advise what action was taken regarding this proposal." The Mayor discussed putting in a gas line between the two plants, and from the new plant connecting to a point some three and a half miles out on Industrial Boulevard. He stated he thought for a few thousand dollars the city could put in a line and get an agreement with Southern Union to try to insure that the gas would be there. He reported that Southern Union also wanted to have further negotiations, and that he would like to have an opinion on this. He asked Mr. Kinney to bring in maps showing the gas pipe line. Referring to the Minutes of January 13th, the Mayor said that nothing was mentioned about his objections and about the different things brought up; and that he felt that the Council would want to be in with those people who had come in late, especially when they said they would get the gas at 21, 22, 23 and 24 cents, and even put up $500,000 guarantee for a line. He said he had no desire to represent anyone except the people of Austin, and he certainly did not want, over his objections, to have Minutes written covering only from 6:30 P.M., and having the City Clerk ready to stand by. He said Southern Union Co., and Texas Central Gas Company were trying to discuss the matter. Mr. Reid will be the President of Southern Union, and he had said he would be willing to go to United and try to get these ceilings; and tentatively the Council had asked him to do it, but it was all stopped. Councilman Palmer moved that the request of Nash Phillips, Clyde Copus, Jr., to postpone hearing on the following zoning application be granted; and to set it two weeks hence (February 11, 1960), the applicant and the property owners to be notified: CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS NASH PHILLIPS, CLYDE COPUS, JR. 6305-6433 Cameron Road 1301-1307 Wheless Lane From "A" Residence To "GR" General Retail The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Councilman Bechtol moved that the Council accept the request of MR. ROGER S. HANKS, Agent, to withdraw the following zoning application: ALFRED C. MILLER 901-903 West 29th Street 2842 Pearl Street From "A" Residence To "O" Office The motion, seconded by Councilman Palmer, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Pursuant to published notice thereof the following zoning applications were publicly heard: ELGIN BUTLER BRICK CO. 1004-1010 East 40th MIKE BUTLER, et al FOE A. LAWRENCE CHESTER SALAZAR Street 1003-07, 1001, 1011 East 41st Street From "A" Residence To "C" Commercial NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission From "A" Residence To "C" Commercial NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission RECOMMENDED "O" Office Mr. Trueman O'Quinn represented the applicants in the above two requests, stating the requests should have been for "GR" General instead of "C" Commercial. MRS. PIERCE, 1005 East 40th Street, objected, as it would open the door to future zoning in the neighborhood. She said some did not object to the zoning on 41st but did not want it on 40th Street. MR. OSBORNE, Planning Engineer, and MR. KINSER, member of the Planning Commission, explained the recommendation of "0" Office, due to the fact the City had widened 41st Street and required a 50' setback or easement from the street off the old Country Club tract; and since the six lots on the south side of 41st could not stand this same set-back, the recommendation had been "O" Office. Mr. O'Quinn stated they did not want "0" Office but a commercial classification. MR. F. A. LAWRENCE asked that "GR" General Retail be granted. After discussion, the Mayor asked those who wished to grant the change on the property at 1003-1007, 1001, and 1011 East 41st Street to "GR" General Retail; and grant the change on the property at 1004-1010 East 40th Street to "O" Office, to vote "aye"; those opposed to vote "no". Roll call showed the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "GR" General Retail on the property located at 1003-1007, 1001, and 1011 East 41st Street and to "O" Office on the property located at 1004-1010 East 40th Street and CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS... : "Prices quoted in May were $3.75 per barrel. On July 30th this Company reduced its price to $3.55 per barrel by virtue of reduced shipping costs. "The reason for usage of this number 5 oil rather than the number 6, which is commonly used for constant burning, is that the City has this oil for stand by in gase of gas failure and it must be of such quality that it will flow without pre-heating. "For continous usage where pre-heating could be done, the number 6 oil would suffice and would be more competitive. "It is recommended that contract be awarded to Texstar Petroleum Company for 50,000 barrels of the #5 oil @ $3.45 per bbl. for a total price of $172,500.00. "W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager" The Council discussed the bids for furnishing 50,000 barrels of #5 fuel oil for the Power Plant. The Mayor asked that when these bids were taken again that the Council be made aware of it, as it might be possible it could help in finding other suppliers. Discussion covered the grade of the oil, the prices obtained from two other suppliers, the differences in grade of oil used by the Austin Power Plant and some other plants, the necessity of having an adequate amount of oil that did not need to be heated available at the Power Plant in case of a break-down. Councilman Palmer offered the following resolution and moved its adoption, with the understanding that 5,000 barrels be purchased at this time, and the balance to be purchased when the tanks are complete at the new Power Plant: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin for the furnishing of 50,000 barrels of #5 fuel oil for the Power Plant; and, WHEREAS, invitations to bid having been forwarded to all major oil companies in this area and to others who it was thought could possibly bid, the bid of Texstar Petroleum Company of Carrizo Springs, Texas, in the total sum of $172,500.00 was the only bid received; and, WHEREAS, after an evaluation of such bid the acceptance of same has been recommended by the City Manager of the City of Austin; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the bid of Texstar Petroleum Company of Carrizo Springs, Texas, be and the same is hereby accepted, and W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager of the City of Austin, is hereby authorized to execute a contract, on behalf of the City, with Texstar Petroleum Company. The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None MR. JOHN B. SELLMAN submitted the following letter: "January 21, 1960 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS: "City Council City of Austin Austin, Texas "Gentlemen: "Re: Closing of Shirley Street "In reference to the closing of Shirley Street in the City of Austin, Texas, the petitioners understand that if said street is closed, it will be obligated to bear the expense of removing and relocating all utilities in the event it becomes necessary for petitioners to expand or to build over the existing easements. "Very truly yours, COLORPRESS, INC. by: (Sgd) Russell J. Horn, Its Attorney" Mayor Miller introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE PERPETUALLY VACATING AND CLOSING A PORTION OF A STREET KNOWN AS SHIRLEY AVENUE, IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; RETAINING AN EASEMENT FOR PUBLIC UTILITY PURPOSES AND SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF AN ORDINANCE ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Perry 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 Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Perry 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: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Ayes: Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Perry moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Palmer, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS The Mayor, in discussing gas for the Power Plants, stated the area around the new dam, the two Montopolis Bridges and the Interregional Bridge, will develop rapidly just as the area on the west side of South Congress developed after the Lamar and Drake Bridges went in. He said SOUTHERN UNION GAS COMPANY had the franchise for consumer gas until 1972. Their officials had said they could build a gas line down to the new plant. The Mayor inquired as to the location of the company's present line, and where a new line would have to go to serve the Plant. The Director of Electric Utilities gave the approximate locations. Mayor Miller stated he would like to see SOUTHERN UNION and/or UNITED GAS COMPANY build a line, to assure that there would be no delay when the Power Plant was completed. He said that even though another powerplant gas contract were made, arrangements could be worked out where a certain price would be paid, and an assignment made to the people who take over the power-plant gas contract, and SOUTHERN UNION'S contributing something as they have to have a line in the area. He suggested that if the companies intended to cooperate to furnish gas at good prices, it would be well to try to work out these arrangements. He stated the Gas Company had never said they would do this, but they also never said they would not. The Mayor said he would not vote for any contract for supplying this gas without a guarantee of $500,000. As to the construction of this line, he asked the Council if it would like for him to talk with the Company and report back. Councilman Palmer stated he would like to review the route of the line again, and asked the Director of Utilities to get a report on it. !! 1: Councilman Bechtol offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, by Resolution of August 30, 1956, and recorded Minute Book 32 Pages 609 through 616 of the records of the City Clerk of the City of Austin, the City Council of the City of Austin, established the proposed right of way for South Belt Loop and provided that no building permit should be issued for any structure to be erected or altered within three hundred feet of such proposed centerline; and, WHEREAS, the City Council has subsequently changed the name of the street called South Belt Loop in said Resolution to Ben White Boulevard; and WHEREAS, all right of way necessary for the construction of Ben White Boulevard has been acquired, and it is therefore no longer necessary for the Council to have notice of proposed construction or alterations of buildings therealong; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the Building Inspector may hereafter issue building permits within 300 feet of the centerline of Ben White Boulevard, in accordance with the ordinances of the City of Austin, without first giving notice to the City Council. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, the City of Austin is the owner of the hereinafter described tract of land lying along the north right of way line of Ben White Boulevard in the City of Austin, immediately to the west of its intersection with Manchaca Road in the City of Austin; and, WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Austin has determined that the following described portion of said tract should be dedicated to the public for street purposes; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the following described tract of land be and the same is hereby dedicated to the public for street purposes: 1968 square feet of land, more or less, same being out of and a part of that certain tract of land out of the Isaac Decker League, in the City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, which was conveyed to the City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, by Delbert Gibson, et al, in Condemnation Cause No. 240, recorded in Volume 1 at page 299 of the Eminent Domain Minutes of Travis County, Texas; said 1968 square feet of land, more or less, being more particularly described by metes and bounds as follows: BEGINNING at the southwest corner of Lot 33 in Goodnight and Pearson Addition, a subdivision of record in Book 5 at page 28 of the Plat Records of Travis County, Texas; THENCE, with the south line of Lots 33, 34 and 39 of the said Goodnight and Pearson Addition, South 60° 10' East 288.21 feet pass a concrete monument at the southeast corner of said Lot 39, in all a distance of 298.12 feet to a concrete monument at the northeast corner of the herein described tract of land, same being in the west line of Manchaca Road; THENCE, with the west line of Manchaca Road, South 29° 56' West 7.12 feet to a point on the north line of Ben White Boulevard; THENCE, with the north line of Ben White Boulevard, same being the south line of the herein described tract of land, in a westerly direction to the point of intersection of the north line of Ben White Boulevard with the southerly prolongation of the west line of said Lot 33; THENCE, with the southerly prolongation of the west line of said Lot 33, in a northerly direction to the point of beginning. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None ) CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager, be and he is hereby authorized to execute a Power Line Easement Agreement between the City of Austin and the Texas and New Orleans Railroad Company, for the installation of a high tension electric transmission line along and across said railroad company property on its Hempstead to Austin main tract from a point opposite the railroad's Engineer's Station 5882 4 15 in a westerly direction to a point opposite Engineer's Station 5945 / 90. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, by virtue of transfers of electric utility systems from Texas Power and Light Company to the Lower Colorado River Authority and from the Lower Colorado River Authority to the City of Austin, said City of Austin presently has title to various utility easements lying outside of the City of Austin, which utility easements are exceedingly difficult to locate; and, WHEREAS, two such easements presently cast a cloud upon the title of the hereinafter described tract of land belonging to R. Schroeter of Williamson County, Texas, who desires to sell such tract to Southwestern Bell Telephone Company; and, WHEREAS, the City of Austin does not now have any utility lines located on the hereinafter described tract and does not need to locate such lines on such tract in the future, Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager of the City of Austin, be and he :ا is hereby authorized to execute a release of the City's easement rights in and toj the hereinafter described tract of land. 1.147 acres of land, a part of the James O. Irvine Survey, Williamson County, Texas, and out of the Northeast corner of a tract of 9.78 acres described in deed from J. E. Peck et al to G. Schroeter dated Sept. 10, 1956, and recorded in Vol 413, page 537 of the Deed Records of Williamson County, Texas. Said 1.147 acres being more particularly described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at an iron pipe at corner post in concrete for the northeast corner of this tract, also the northeast corner of said 9.78 acres on the south right of way line of the Anderson Mill Road; CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS =... THENCE with the South line of Anderson Mill Road and the North line of said 9.78 acres South 70° 15' West a distance of 200.0 feet to an iron stake set for the Northwest corner of this tract; THENCE parallel to and 200 feet from the East line of said 9.78 acres, South 19° 23' East 250.0 feet to an iron pipe set for the Southwest corner of this tract; THENCE parallel to the North line of said 9.78 acres North 70° 15' East 200.0 feet to an iron pipe set under fence on the East line of said 9.78 acre tract for the Southeast corner of this tract; THENCE with the East line of said 9.78 acres as fenced North 19° 23' West a distance of 250.0 feet to the place of beginning, containing 1.147 acre of land. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None tion: Councilman Bechtol offered the following resolution and moved its adop(RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, after an engineering and traffic investigation, the City Council has found that the maximum reasonable and safe speed for the operation of motor vehicles at the following location is less than thirty miles per hour; and, WHEREAS, after said investigation the City Council has found that the maximum reasonable and safe speed for the operation of vehicles is twenty-five (25) miles per hour at the following location: ON STREET Bolm Road Now, Therefore, FROM TO Shady Lane Gardner Road 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 and Section 33.40 of the Traffic Register. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS : tion: Councilman Bechtol offered the following resolution and moved its adop(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 erection of a boat dock on the property owned by Leslie Fox as described in the Travis County Deed Records and is on the Chambers tract of land on Bull Creek located approximately four and one-half miles above Tom Miller Dam on the shore of Lake Austin, and hereby authorizes the said Leslie Fox to construct, maintain and operate this boat dock subject to same being constructed 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 occupancy permit for the erection of this boat dock after full compliance with all the provisions of this resolution. 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, fire and health regulations and the right of revocation is retained if, after hearing, it is found by the City Council that the said Leslie Fox has failed and refused, and will continue to fail and. refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "Austin, Texas January 21, 1960 j :- וי is i. : . "Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Sir: "I, the undersigned, have reviewed the plans and have considered the application of Leslie Fox, owner of property abutting on that part of Lake Austin lying upstream from the westerly extension of the south line of Windsor Road, the same being on the Chambers tract of land on Bull Creek located approximately four and one-half miles above Tom Miller Dam as recorded in the Travis County Deed Records, for permission to construct and maintain a boat dock projecting out into the lake approximately 50 feet beyond the normal high water level. The construction details meeting all requirements, I recommend that if Leslie Fox is granted his request By the City Council, that it be subject to the following conditions: , "(1) That nothing but creosoted piles, cedar piles or concrete piles substantially braced and bolted to withstand wind and water pressure, be used in the construction and that no structure shall extend more than one-third the distance from shore to shore at the point where structure is located, or be nearer than ten feet to any side property line of the owner or applicant. "(2) That no business, such as a restaurant, dance hall, concession stand, or any other enterprise for the sale of goods, wares and merchandise, except marine supplies and tackle, and no living quarters of any character, shall be erected on any pier, dock, wharf, float, island, piling or other structure extending into or above Lake Austin. - CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS "(3) That every structure shall be equipped with proper lights which show all around the horizon for night use and shall be equipped with flags or other warnings for daylight use. "(4) That all structures extending out into the Lake be constantly kept in a state of good repair and that the premises be kept reasonably clean at all times. "Respectfully submitted, (Sgd) J. C. Eckert Building Inspector" The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Mayor Miller introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 590910-E TO APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR COURT COSTS IN TAX SUITS, 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 Palmer, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, 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 Palmer, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, 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 Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The Mayor announced that ordinance had been finally passed. Councilman Palmer brought up a request from MR. DEWEY BRADFORD regarding naming of a street in Zilker Park "Stratford Drive" from the wye. The Mayor stated that at sometime back the Park Board and Planners had suggested names for the streets through Zilker Park, but he had hoped that the names would be after members of the Zilker family. There would be no objections to naming the road outside of Zilker Park; nor to the suggestion of putting up a sign in Zilker Park reading "To Stratford Drive". Councilman Palmer asked if the Director of Public Works would bring in a plat showing the streets in this area and that consideration be given to changing the name of Elgin Avenue. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS... As to street markers, the Mayor stated the street signs were ugly, and that he had complained of this for many years. The Director of Public Works stated there were about 500 new signs now ready to be erected in these subdivisions; and that the cost was running higher, but he hoped to reduce the costs by making the signs in the shops, and using them for replacing the older ones. The Assistant City Manager brought up the requests of the Junior League and Headliners Clubs, who have reserved the Auditorium and who are now getting bids for the banquets and set-ups. They had asked the City to bid on furnishing the set-ups. It was suggested that the City not bid, and that the two clubs make the arrangements otherwise, with the City receiving the 10% on seated banquets, and 25% on the other. It was suggested that an ordinance amending the Hospital Board Ordinance be brought in. The City Manager stated that sometime back notice had been given to city employees of rules which provided that they live inside of the city limits; and gave them time to move inside, if they were living outside. One employee had moved outside due to his wife's health, and he now had a letter from their doctor stating since she had moved outside, there were improvements in her condition. He submitted another request from one of the firemen whose son was building a home just outside of the city limits, and the fireman wanted to move into it. A letter from his doctor was also presented. After discussion, || Councilman White moved that the city limits not be extended to take in the residence of this city employee. The motion, seconded by Councilman Palmer, carried by the following vote: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Ayes: Noes: None The Council took under study the request of Mr. Hamilton. The City Manager read a letter from the L.C.R.A., dated January 20, 1960, which letter he had to sign agreeing to certain conditions relative to the lowering of the lake. The Letter is as follows: "January 20, 1960 ) "Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager City of Austin Austin, Texas "Dear Mr. Williams: "This will refer to Mr. Kinney's letter of January 13, 1960 wherein the City of Austin requests the LCRA to lower and control the lake elevation of Lake Austin approximately 12 feet below the crest of the dam. The letter requested that the period of such operation is to start down January 31, 1960, and start back up February 29, 1960. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS "The Authority desires to cooperate with the City in the lake lowering to curtail the weed growth to the extent such lake lowering is economical and feasible. Due to the present levels of Lake Buchanan and Lake Travis and in view of long-range weather forecasts, the Authority is willing to endeavor to lower the water level of Lake Austin during the period mentioned above on the following basis: "1. Authority will begin lowering the elevation of Lake Austin on Sunday, January 31, 1960, by continuous operation of the unit or units available at Austin Dam until the lake has been lowered approximately 12 feet. Authority plans to curtail operation of its Marshall Ford generating units during the drawdown period to the extent possible, provided the elevation of Lake Travis, in the sole opinion of the Authority, permits such type of operation. "2. As a result of such operation procedures for Marshall Ford plant, it will be necessary to hold in Lake Travis storage 16,000 acre feet of water more than would be retained under normal operating conditions. If the Authority is required to release water through the flood gates at Marshall Ford during February, March and/or April 1960, in accordance with existing agreements covering operation of facilities for flood control purposes, the amount of water so released up to 16,000 acre-feet will represent a loss in electric energy production equal to 200 kilowatt-hours per acre-foot. City agrees to deliver power and energy to Authority from its available capacity when requested by Authority, and City shall make no charge for the energy which it delivers during 1960 in an amount equal to the sum of the following: "(a) The acre-feet of water released through the flood gates at Marshall Ford during February, March and April 1960 times 200 kilowatt-hours, provided, however, that the maximum amount of the obligation under this subparagraph (a) shall not exceed 3,200,000 kilowatt-hours, and "(b) The total loss in kilowatt-hours as a direct result of operating the Austin hydro plant at reduced head during the drawdown period. Such determination is to be made under the same basis used in 1958 and 1959. "3. As a result of lowering the water elevation at Lake Austin, Authority will be required to use water from City's water mains in the operation of its air conditioning system in the LCRA General Office Building. City agrees to read the water meter at Authority's General Office Building on the day that the air conditioning system is transferred to City water and to again read such meter on the day the air conditioning equipment is transferred to lake water after Lake Austin has been refilled. No charge for the water used by Authority during such period, as determined by the two meter readings listed above, shall be made by City. "4. City has knowledge of Authority's responsibility with reference to the operation of its facilities for flood control, and City agrees that Authority cannot make a definite commitment with reference to the maintenance of the water level in Lake Austin. Authority will endeavor to operate its facilities as set out above; however, Authority reserves the right to discharge water from Marshall Ford Reservoir into Lake Austin in any manner and to any extent and at any time deemed advisable in the sole discretion of Authority. ) CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS.... the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. i! PAUL MUSSER and WILLIAM J. NAUGHTON 5215 Avenue H From "A" Residence To "LR" Local Retail Mrs. C. C. Caffee, 5213 Avenue H objected to "LR" Local Retail zone in a residential neighborhood. 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 Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None 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. HARRY M. GILSTRAP MRS. M. F. THURMOND 4007-4009 Red River From "A" Residence To "LR" Local Retail NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission RECOMMENDED "O" Office Mr. Hewitt opposed any zone that would permit a filling station. The Mayor asked those who wished to grant the change to "0" Office District to vote "aye"; those opposed to vote "no". Roll call showed the following vote: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Ayes: Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "O" Office and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. CHESLEY-BAITY DEVELOPMENT CO., By Robert J. Potts 1232-1240 New Bastrop Highway From "A" Residence To "IR" Local Retail RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Mr. Potts represented the applicant. No opposition appeared. 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 Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None 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. = CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS ROBERT M. ALLEN 9901 McNeil Road From "A" Residence To "DL" Light Indus- trial RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission No opposition appeared. The Mayor asked those who wished to grant the change to "DL" Light Industrial to vote "aye"; those opposed to vote "no". Roll call showed the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "DL" Light Industrial and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. A. M. QUIST 1800-02 West 35th St. 3500-02 Lawton Avenue From "B" Residence To "LR" Local Retail RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Mr. Quist represented himself. Mr. J. C. Tittle, 1811 West 36th Street expressed opposition, stating that he bought his property for a home; Mr. Quist bought his for an investment; no need for a filling station in the area; that Mr. Durham, owner of adjoining property had stated he planned a $250,000 apartment house, and the property was zoned and now Mr. Durham has sold the property, and the present owner says he is going to apply for "O" zoning. Mr. Tittle asked that the alley in the area not be used as a throughfare, and that the "LR" request be denied. The Council deferred action until it could make a personal inspection of the area. M. & O. TIMBER COMPANY 1001-03 West 29th Street By Kelly McAdams, Owner From "A" Residence To "O" Office RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission with provision that driveway be located on Shoal Crest Ave. Mr. McAdams represented himself, stating he wanted to use the property for real estate or insurance offices. The Chief of Police stated any ingress to the parking area should come from Shoal Crest. MRS. BERTHA C. ALFORD did not object to the zoning, but inquired if the parking lot would be topped; and if the lot owned by the City could be cleared off. She made a complaint about a sign on city property on 30th Street and asked that it be placed on the building. Mr. McAdams also made a complaint about the condition of the city lot. The Council deferred action until it could make a personal inspection of the area. ...CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS WILLIAM J. SIMPSON 1606-1608 Pearl Street 901-05 West 17th Street From "A" Residence To "O" Office NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission No one represented the applicant. JUDGE MCCLENDON expressed opposition to the change of zoning. MRS. RAYMOND DEAR opposed, as the area was near grade schools, a Senior High School and the University, and there were many children in this particular block. She stated there was an area from 1lth to 19th, and from San Antonio to Rio Grande already zoned "O", and this should be utilized first. The Mayor stated that Mr. Simpson might want to withdraw the application. The Council deferred action. Councilman Palmer moved that the Planning Department notify Mr. Simpson that since he was not here to represent himself, that the Council deferred action, and to ask him to be here next Thursday. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None ) ) KRUEGER BUILDING MATERIALS 6906 Burnet Road By Preston C. Krueger From "A" Residence To "C" Commercial RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission with provision that adequate off-street parking be provided No one represented the applicant. The Director of Public Works discussed a drainage problem. MR. CAROL HOWARD stated an area about three blocks long had nearly everything that could be found--a rock pile, a welding shop, a hamburger stand, and other uses which had gone in as non-conforming in an "A" zone. This area is less than two blocks from $30,000 homes. He said Mr. Krueger was building higher than he thought was permitted. MR. BENNETT, a student of Architecture at the University, stated the area was near nice homes in a newly developing section, but the commercial development was not in good taste nor backed with money. He asked that zoning along this area be held up until the area could be developed with something nice and with some financial backing. The Mayor asked that Mr. Krueger be sent a letter asking him to be up here to represent himself next Thursday. It was also suggested that Mr. Rountree and Mr. Osborne check into the drainage conditions. The Council deferred action until next week. With regard to zoning, the Mayor stated that the zoning ordinance should be changed to make a separate classification for filling stations. ) ( CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS tion: Councilman Bechtol offered the following resolution and moved its adop(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 erection of a boat dock on the property owned by Albert H. Pollard as described in the Travis County Deed Records and known as being located in the Oak Shores Subdivision, a part of the Phillips Ranch on Lot E in Tract No. 3 of the Jett and Spillman Survey just upstream of Greenshores on the shore of Lake Austin, and hereby authorizes the said Albert H. Pollard to construct, maintain and operate this boat dock subject to same being constructed 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 occupancy permit for the erection of this boat dock after full compliance with all the provisions of this resolution. 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, fire and health regulations and the right of revocation is retained if, after hearing, it is found by the City Council that the said Albert H. Pollard has failed and refused, and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "Austin, Texas January 26, 1960 "Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Sir: "I, the undersigned, have reviewed the plans and have considered the application of Albert H. Pollard, owner of property abutting on that part of Lake Austin lying upstream from the westerly extension of the south line of Windsor Road, the same being located in the Oak Shores Subdivision, a part of the Phillips Ranch on Lot E in Tract No. 3 of the Jett and Spillman Survey just upstream of Greenshores, as recorded in the Travis County Deed Records, for permission to construct and maintain a boat dock projecting out into the lake approximately 48 feet beyond the normal high water level. The construction details meeting all requirements, I recommend that If Albert H. Pollard is granted his request by the City Council, that it be subject to the following conditions: "(1) That nothing but creosoted piles, ceder piles or concrete piles, substantially braced and bolted to withstand wind and water pressure, be used in the construction and that no structure shall extend more than one third the distance from shore to shore at the point where structure is located, or be nearer than ten feet to any side property line of the owner or applicant. "(2) That no business, such as a restaurant, dance hall, concession stand, or any other enterprise for the sale of goods, wares and merchandise, except marine supplies and tackle, and no living quarters of any character, shall be CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS erected on any pier, dock, wharf, float, island, piling or other structure extending into or above Lake Austin. "(3) That every structure shall be equipped with proper lights which show all around the horizon for night use and shall be equipped with flags or other warnings for daylight use. "(4) That all structures extending out into the Lake be constantly kept in a state of good repair and that the premises be kept reasonably clean at all times. "Respectfully submitted, (Sgd) J. C. Eckert Building Inspector" The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None tion: Councilman Bechtol offered the following resolution and moved its adop(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 erection of a boat dock on the property owned by Charles D. Nash as described in the Travis County Deed Records and known as being in the Rio Vista Addition, Block 1, Lot 9 and south half of Lot 10 on the shore of Lake Austin, and hereby authorizes the said Charles D. Nash to construct, maintain and operate this boat dock subject to same being constructed 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 occupancy permit for the erection of this boat dock after full compliance with all the provisions of this resolution. 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, fire and health regulations and the right of revocation is retained if, after hearing, it is found by the City Council that the said Charles D. Nash has failed and refused, and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "Austin, Texas January 26, 1960 "Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Sir: "I, the undersigned, have reviewed the plans and have considered the application of Charles D. Nash, owner of property abutting on that part of Lake Austin lying upstream from the westerly extension of the south line of Windsor Road, the same CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS. being in the Rio Vista Addition, Block 1, Lot 9 and south half of Lot 10, as listed in the Travis County Deed Records, for permission to construct and maintain a boat dock projecting out into the lake approximately 15 feet beyond the normal high water level. The construction details meeting all requirements, I recommend that if Charles D. Nash is granted his request by the City Council, that it be subject to the following conditions: "(1) That nothing but creosoted piles, cedar piles or concrete piles, substantially braced and bolted to withstand wind and water pressure, be used in the construction and that no structure shall extend more than one third the distance from shore to shore at the point where structure is located, or be nearer than ten feet to any side property line of the owner or applicant. "(2) That no business, such as a restaurant, dance hall, concession stand, or any other enterprise for the sale of goods, wares and merchandise, except marine supplies and tackle, and no living quarters of any character, shall be erected on any pier, dock, wharf, float, island, piling or other structure extending into or above Lake Austin. "(3) That every structure shall be equipped with proper lights which show all around the horizon for night use and shall be equipped with flags or other warnings for daylight use. "(4) That all structures extending out into the Lake be constantly kept in a state of good repair and that the premises be kept reasonably clean at all times. ) "Respectfully submitted, (Sgd) J. C. Eckert Building Inspector" The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None tion: Councilman Bechtol offered the following resolution and moved its adop(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 erection of a boat dock on the property owned by Mrs. Thelma A. Bollman as described in the Travis County Deed Records and known as Lot 4, Section 2 in the Austin Lake Estates on the shore of Lake Austin, and hereby authorizes the said Thelma A. Bollman to construct, maintain and operate this boat dock subject to same being constructed 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 occupancy permit for the erection of this boat dock after full compliance with all the provisions of this resolution. 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, fire and health regulations and the right of revocation is retained if, after hearing, it is found by the City Council that the said Thelma A. Bollman has failed and refused, and ) CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "Austin, Texas January 26, 1960 "Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Sir: "I, the undersigned, have reviewed the plans and have considered the application of Mrs. Thelma A. Bollman, owner of property abutting on that part of Lake Austin lying upstream from the westerly extension of the south line of Windsor Road, the same being Lot 4, Section 2 in Austin Lake Estates, as recorded in the Travis County Deed Records, for permission to construct and maintain a boat dock projecting out into the lake approximately 30 feet beyond the normal high water level. The construction details meeting all requirements, I recommend that if Thelma A. Bollman is granted his request by the City Council, that it be subject to the following conditions: "(1) That nothing but creosoted piles, cedar piles or concrete piles, substantially braced and bolted to withstand wind and water pressure, be used in the construction and that no structure shall extend more than one third the distance from shore to shore at the point where structure is located, or be nearer than ten feet to any side property line of the owner or applicant. "(2) That no business, such as a restaurant, dance hall, concession stand, or any other enterprise for the sale of goods, wares and merchandise, except marine supplies and tackle, and no living quarters of any character, shall be erected on any pier, dock, wharf, float, island, piling or other structure extending into or above Lake Austin. "(3) That every structure shall be equipped with proper lights which show all around the horizon for night use and shall be equipped with flags or other warnings for daylight use. "(4) That all structures extending out into the Lake be constantly kept in a state of good repair and that the premises be kept reasonably clean at all times "Respectfully submitted, (Sgd) J. C. Eckert Building Inspector" The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Councilman Bechtol offered the following resolution and moved its adoption, subject to the owners' granting the City an easement for all utility lines that are now in place across the property: : _ CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS- (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 southeast corner of Park Place and San Jacinto Boulevard which property fronts 124.04 feet on Park Place and 133.78 feet on San Jacinto Boulevard, being known as Lot 66 of College Court and a vacated portion of Duval Street in the City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, and hereby authorizes the said W. L. Moore 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 W. L. Moore 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 "Dear Sir: "January 28, 1960 "We, the undersigned, have considered the application of W. L. Moore 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 southeast corner of Park Place and San Jacinto Boulevard, which property fronts 124.04 feet on Park Place and 133.78 feet on San Jacinto Boulevard, being known as Lot 66 of College Court and a vacated portion of Duval Street in the City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, and the property upon which this filling station is to be located is owned by W. L. Moore and is to be leased to Texaco, Inc. We hereby advise that the following conditions exist. "The property upon which this filling station is to be located is designated as "Local Retail" 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 W. L. Moore be granted permission to construct, maintain, and operate said drive-in gasoline filling station and to construct -CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS curbs, ramps and sidewalks in conjunction therewith subject to the following conditions. "(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 of 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 combined grease 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, 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 H 1711. "(6) Expansion joints shall be constructed as shown upon the plan, hereto attached, marked 2 H 1711 and shall be of the premoulded 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) B. 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 Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None - CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS Councilman White introduced the following ordinance and moved that it be published in accordance with Article 1, Section 6 of the Charter of the City of Austin: AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE EXTENSION OF CERTAIN BOUNDARY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN AND THE ΑΝΝΕΧΑTION OF CERTAIN ADDITIONAL TERRITORY CONSISTING OF 40.52 ACRES OF LAND, SAME BEING OUT OF AND A PART OF THE ISAAC DECKER LEAGUE IN TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS, WHICH SAID ADDITIONAL TERRITORY LIES ADJACENT TO AND ADJOINS THE PRESENT BOUNDARY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, IN PARTICULARS STATED IN THE ORDINANCE. The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman White moved that the ordinance be passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Mayor Miller brought up the following ordinance for its second reading: AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE EXTENSION OF CERTAIN BOUNDARY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN AND THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN ADDITIONAL TERRITORY CONSISTING OF THREE TRACTS OF LAND EACH BEING OUT OF AND A PART OF THE SANTIAGO DEL VALLE GRANT, IN TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS, WHICH SAID ADDITIONAL TERRITORY LIES ADJACENT TO AND ADJOINS THE PRESENT BOUNDARY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, IN PARTICULARS STATED IN THE ORDINANCE. The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman White moved that the ordinance be passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Councilman White moved that the following be granted permission to do work on the shore line of Lake Austin, on their respective properties: David Barrow Marion Fowler J. W. McBrine Dry Creek and Lake Austin upstream from Green Shores Lots 32 & 83, Lake Shore Addition Dr. Thomas J. McElhenney adjacent to Phi Gamma Delta Lodge on Lake Austin The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller None The City Manager submitted the following: "January 26, 1960 "W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager Assessment Paving Contract No. 60-A-2 "Following is a tabulation of the bids received at 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, January 26, 1960 for the construction of approximately forty-three blocks of pavement and accessories known as Assessment Paving Contract Number 60-A-2, consisting of 16 units. "Lee Maners $101,912.05 J. H. "Bud" Chastain & Sons 103,341.67 McKown & Sons 103,418.95 Giesen & Latson Construction Co. 122,830.86 Raymond Canion & Company 125,292.24 Ed H. Page 127,772.50 $114,412.45 "City's Estimate "I recommend that Lee Maners with his low bid of $101,912.05 be awarded the contract for this project. "S. Reuben Rountree, Jr. Director of Public Works" 1. i Councilman Bechtol offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on January 26, 1960 for the construction of approximately forty-three blocks of pavement and accessories known as Assessment Paving Contract Number 60-A-2, consisting of 16 units; and WHEREAS, the bid of Lee Maners, in the sum of $101,912.05, 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 Lee Maners, in the sum of $101,912.05 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 Lee Maners. The motion, seconded by Councilman Palmer, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None il CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS: MR. HENRY B. (JACK) GRIFFIN and his father appeared before the Council regarding a payment Mr. Griffin, Sr., had made on paving Stark Street, and explained the developments up to the time he made payment in January. He said the payment was three months late, and he had sent in his check for the total amount, but found out that he still owed $90.00 extra for this three months period. The City Manager explained the policy as set by the Council whereby people paying before the paving was done and before a deadline date, would get a flat rate. The others would pay a higher rate. The Mayor asked who would receive the $90.00, and it was stated that it would go to the City, as the City had paid the contractor. Mr. Griffin said he had donated three feet of land and lost his sidewalk which had cost him $200.00 four years ago. The Director of Public Works said he was checking into that, as where the city sets the lines and grades, and moves them back, it will replace the curbs, etc. The matter was turned over to the Director of Public Works and Legal Department. The Council recessed until 3:15 P.M. RECESSED MEETING The Council resumed its business at 3:15 Ρ.Μ. 3:15 Ρ.Μ. The City Manager displayed a map showing the location of the old power plant and the new plant site on the east side of theCity. He pointed out the point of delivery, for gas at the present time, on St. Elmo Road just west of the Interregional Highway; and the approximate route of the gas line to the old Power Plant. He also showed a suggested route for a line from the point of delivery to a point east of the new plant. He stated the City had acquired a new right-of-way, a little to the east of the new dem, to the point of delivery, and this distance is about 24,000'. If the lines that now serve the old plant have the capacity to serve it plus a part of the new plant, it was his statement that it would be well to get a gas line connection between the two; and at the present time, that might be a satisfactory solution. This would be about 16,000' or approximately three miles of line from the old plant to the new one, and the estimated cost would be around $15,000 a mile. Mayor Miller reviewed the bond issues and the increasing of the capacity of the plants. He said when they tried to negotiate with Southern Union Gas Company, the President agreed that they would build a 30" line from San Marcos on a plan to go on the northeast side of the City and make a loop and connection to take care of this plant. He said that on account of the building of the Lamar Bridge, the Drake Bridge, and the widening of Congress Avenue Bridge, the west side of South Austin had developed rapidly. With the Interregional Bridge, plus the city's bridge across the new dam, and the Montopolis bridges, the southeast area would build up like the west part of South Austin, with new homes and businesses. He said if there were a gas line put in, that Southern Union could pay part of it; and if they retained the contract, the City would not want to pay any of it. If the contract went to someone else, possibly the costs could be worked out with them. He urged getting this line in, as he did not know of anyone who could get it in now by the first of July. He stated that Southern Union had said they would be glad to be contacted. Discussion was held on calling a special meeting for the purpose of reviewing the reserves. The Mayor stated he would be present, but he would CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS: not call the meeting. Councilman White asked if the Council would hear Southern Union to see what they had. Councilman Palmer stated he had always attended any meeting. Councilman Bechtol said that Mr. Palmer, Mr. Perry and he would call a special meeting for February 1, at 2:30 P.M. A notice of special meeting was drawn up with Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, and Perry signing the call for the Special Meeting at the City Hall for Monday, February 1, 1960, at 2:30 P.M., for the purpose of hearing gas reserve information to be presented by Intra-Tex Gas Company. Councilman Bechtol said that the statements made at the morning meeting were made at such a time as not to allow him and other members to make any statements for the afternoon paper or any other news media, and that he wanted to read a statement prepared by three council members whose names were signed to it. He read the joint statement as follows: "This is a joint statement given this day by the three Council Members whose signatures are affixed. "The question of assuring an adequate supply of natural gas for the City Power Plant on a long-term arrangement at reasonable price has occupied this and the former Council's time for more than 2 1/2 years. "Many months ago, it was decided that the City's interests would be best served if we made a long-term contract at a fixed price. We asked interested parties to make bids on that basis. A number of the companies did so. "The entire Council was aware that on January 13 we had a deadline on the Intra-Texas proposal. "After careful study by all members of the city administration directly concerned with the city gas supply problem and of many outside gas experts, the Intra-Texas Gas Company proposal was recommended to us as the best fixed price contract. "In our opinion, as of January 13, the proposal by Intra-Texas Gas Company was the best that had been presented. We attempted to secure an extension of time from Intra-Texas but were informed by them that they could not give any additional time because of a deadline imposed on them by their gas reserve commitments. "We feel that 2-1/2 years has been ample time for any company to make their views to the City Council. We do not feel that any constructive result can come from further delay as we must have fuel for our new powerhouse by July 10 of this year. "Respectfully LESTER PALMER, Mayor Pro-tem (s) Lester E. Palmer EDGAR PERRY, III (s) Edgar Perry III HUB BECHTOL (s) Hub Bechtol" CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS... Mayor Miller said he emphatically would deny that he had any desire to break any press line. He said that he was glad the joint statement was made over the table, and that their hearts were all right, but he differed with them on judgment. The Council brought up for consideration the following tax appeals: No action was taken on the appeal of WOODWARD MANUFACTURING CORPORATION, !!(Jack Sparks, Attorney) on the following property: 13.30 acres, Isaac Decker League 4.16 acres, Isaac Decker League 44.9 x 400', Lot 28, Fortview (Outside the City) Various Lots in Woodward Industrial District Various Lots in Woodward Industrial District (Outside the City) Councilman Palmer submitted some information on this property in line with the sale of some of the lots. The Mayor suggested sending this back to the Tax Department and let them make a report on it. Councilman White moved that the value of the property of ZALES JEWELRY COMPANY, Бу Lonnie F. Zwiener, be set as fixed by the Board of Equalization, and Tax Department as follows: Merchandise Furniture & Fixtures Total Assessed Value fixed By Board Council Action $76,400 9,000 $85,400 No change The motion, seconded by CouncilmanPalmer, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Palmer, White, Mayor Miller Noes: Councilman Bechtol Present but not voting: Councilman Perry Councilman White moved that the Council accept the Tax Department's recommendation on the appeal of CATER JOSEPH, allowing a 15% adjustment on the following: Property located at 6610 North Lamar Revised Value By Tax Dept. Council Action Land Improvements Total $57,910 3,580 $61,490 Sustained ( CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Assessed Value fixed By Board Council Action 14.435 acres, George W. Spear League Land $21,650 No change The motion, seconded by Councilman Palmer, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Councilman Bechtol moved that 10% allowance be made on improvements, but not on the land, appealed by MISS KAY GURLEY, 3507 Mt. Barker Drive, as follows: Land Improvements Total Assessed Value fixed By Board Council Action $ 4,460 $ 4,460 13,990 $18,450 12,570 $17,030 The motion, seconded by Councilman Palmer, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Councilman Bechtol moved that the Council sustain the Tax Department's revised figure on the appeal of R. H. FOLMAR, by Trueman O'Quinn, as follows: Lot 2 R. H. Folmar Subdivision Assessed Value Fixed By Board $9,330 Council Action No change 205 Riverside Drive Land Improvements Total 39 acres of Martin Estate, Isaac Decker League Land Revised Assessed Value By Tax Dept. Council Action $ 7,910 40,780 $48,690 Sustained $ 1,530 Sustained ...CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Revised Assessed Value by Tax Dept. Council Action .22 acres of Martin Estate, Isaac Decker League Land $ 860 Sustained .28 acres, Martin Estate, Isaac Decker League Land $ 1,100 Sustained .30 acres, Martin Estate, Isaac Decker League Land $ 2,090 Sustained .16 acres, Martin Estate, Isaac Decker League $ 630 Sustained Noes: None The motion, seconded by Councilman Palmer, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller The Council deferred action on the appeal of TEXAS CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY for two weeks. (February 1lth) Councilman White moved that the Council set the property at 1508-B Riverside Drive, K. R. MEYER, back to where it was in 1959, for one year, until Riverside Drive is paved, as follows: Assessed Value Set by Council 1508-B Riverside Drive Land $ 430 Improvements 2,330 Total $2,760 The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Councilman Bechtol moved that the Council leave the value as set by the Tax Department on the following property of K. R. MEYER: 1215 Bickler Road Land Improvements Total Assessed Value by Board & Dept. Council Action $ 1,090 2,610 $ 3,700 No change == ........... ----CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS- Assessed 4 acres out of William Cannon League Value by Board & Dept. Council Action $ 2,250 No change The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Councilman Palmer moved that the Council sustain the Tax Department in its values set on property of MR. H. L. AULT as follows: 7.20 acres, Santiago Del Valle Grant, Assessed west of Old Burleson Road and north of St. Edwards Tract Land Improvements Total Value by Dept. & Board Council Action $ 5,410 2,760 $ 8,170 No change The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Councilman Bechtol moved that the Council sustain the value set by the Tax Department on the property of MR. JODIE JACKSON as follows: 106 acres out of the William Cannon League, on Manchaca Road Land Improvements Total Assessed Value by Dept. & Board Council Action $ 47,700 5,960 $ 53,660 No change The motion, seconded by Councilman Palmer, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, Mayor Miller Noes: Councilman White Councilman Perry moved that the Council set the revised value of the personal property of SHOPPERS WORLD, 5300 Burnet Road, as follows: Revised Assessed Value Merchandise $ 110,000 Furniture & Fixtures 31,710 Total $ 141,710 =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Councilman White moved that the Council sustain the value of the Tax Department on the property of SHOPPERS WORLD, 5300 Burnet Road, as follows: 5300 Burnet Road Land Improvements Total Assessed Value By Dept. & Board Council Action $ 66,630 154,190 $ 220,820 No change The motion, seconded by Councilman Palmer, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Nees: None Councilman Bechtol moved that the Council sustain the Board in the assessed value of the property of LAMARWELL REALTY COMPANY, as follows: Assessed Value By Board Council Action 9.39 acres, Lots 5 & 6, Evergreen Heights 1120 South Lamar Blvd. Land $ 69,410 Improvements 286,470 Total $355,880 Sustained The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Councilman White moved that the Council sustain the Board in its assessed value of the property of MRS. L. N. PATTERSON, as follows: 3601 Manchaca Road Land Improvements Total Assessed Value by Board $ 2,350 5,680 $ 8,030 Council Action Sustained ) CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 401 West Live Oak Street Land Improvements Total Assessed Value by Board $ 1,250 8,560 $ 9,810 Council Action Sustained The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Councilman Bechtol moved that the Council sustain the values as set by the Board on the appeal of MRS. R. F. LANIER, as follows: 1108 Kinney Avenue Land Improvements Total Assessed Value by Board Council Action $ 1,700 2,710 $ 4,410 Sustained The motion, seconded by Councilman Palmer, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Councilman Bechtol moved that the Council sustain the values as set by the Board on the appeal of MRS. OLGA TERESIA SCHNEIDER, as follows: Assessed Value by Board 49.86 acres of Santiago Del Valle Grant Land $ 46,740 Improvements 3,030 Total $ 49,770 Council Action Sustained The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS... 100 : Councilman Bechtol moved that the Council accept the revised values as set by the Tax Department on the property of IRVIN A. EBAUGH, making allowance for drainage ditches, as follows: יו 8.24 acres Santiago Del Valle Grant, and 2.7 acres William Cannon League Property located on Interregional Highway Land (Former assessed value $12,310) Property 6.28 acres Santiago Del Valle Grant (Parcel 9-4- 2103-0119) Assessed Value by Dept. & Board Council Action $10,180 Sustained Land (Former assessed value $7,070) $ 6,780 Sustained The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None On the appeal of MR. LEMUEL SCARBROUGH on undeveloped property out of the James P. Wallace Survey, Councilman Palmer read a report concerning this property. After discussion, Councilman White moved that the Council sustain the recommendation of the Tax Department on the following property: Assessed Value by Dept. & Board Council Action James P. Wallace Survey 1.62 acres 8.77 acres 17.24 acres 12.22 acres $ 3,790 Sustained 20,400 ٢٢ 32,370 11 24,160 11 6.96 acres 11 3,130 68.11 acres: Land $ 60,330 11 Improvements 640 11 Total $ 60,970 51.85 acres 62,330 9.855 acres 11 27,790 The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS No action was taken on the appeal of MR. REX KITCHENS, representing a group on School Tax valuations in Pleasant Hill School District. Councilman Bechtol moved to name the road from the Zilker Park line on to Stratford Drive, STRATFORD DRIVE, and that Elgin Avenue be changed to VALE STREET, from Stratford Drive south. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Present but not voting: Councilman Palmer (disqualifying himself as an interested party) The Council considered concession charges for recording of performances at Municipal Auditorium. The Assistant City Manager submitted a list of recommended charges. No action was taken at this time. Councilman Palmer asked that : a little history on this be obtained, and see what is being done in other cities. Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on January 27, 1960 for addition to existing filter building, Filter Plant No. 1; and WHEREAS, the bid of W. D. Anderson Company, in the sum of $11,343.00, was the lowest and best bid therefor, and the acceptance of such bid has been recommended by the Superintendent of Water & Sewage Treatment of the City of Austin, and the City Manager; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the bid of W. D. Anderson Company, in the sum of $11,343.00 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 W. D. Anderson Company. The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The City Manager requested approval for a tentative date for selling bonds, stating the State School Board would meet on April 2nd, and the Director of Finance had recommended March 31st as a date for the sale of the City Bonds. He stated the Schools were also planning a bond sale, and he would check on that date. The Council informally gave tentative approval of the bond sale on the 31st, subject to the City Manager's checking with the Schools to see when they offer their bonds. ( CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS The Director of Public Works submitted a recommendation for purchasing crushed stone from TEXAS CRUSHED STONE COMPANY. ($18,000 for 40,000 tons, and the company will store it, load it and deliver it.) 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 be and he is hereby authorized and directed to enter into a contract on behalf of the City of Austin with Texas Crushed Stone Company, in accordance with the terms and provisions of a certain contract, 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 Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None The City Manager discussed briefly the parking lot north of the American Statesman Building, between 4th and 5th Streets, stating it would be completed, and arrangements had to be made about the parking. The Assistant City Attorney, MR. DUDLEY FOWLER, submitted a request of MR. THOMAS for an option on some city property, that was a remnant left over in the routing of New Riverside Drive and Sumner Street. The Assistant City Attor:: ney recommended that he be given only a refusal offer should the city want to sell the little tract. The tract is not large enough to use as a separate tract. Councilman Palmer suggested that they go ahead as recommended if it would help out in the trade. i Councilman White moved that BURKE MATTHEWS be permitted to construct an enclosed culvert on Waller Creek south of North Loop, as per sketch submitted. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: None Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Palmer, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: (Sketch on following page) The City Manager showed on the map a tract of land which Mr. Giles wanted to trade for city property located next to his community center, and which property had a drainage ditch through it. He stated that the Giles property was adjacent to the airport. There being no further business, the Council adjourned at 6:50 Ρ.Μ., subject to the call of the Mayor. il ATTEST: City Clerk APPROVED Mayor ) ) 1" = 40'± FR --CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS.. ✓ Existing Triple 8' x 6' Culvert NORTH LOOP BLVD. Property Line 2& Waller Creek & & Easement R.O.W. Line PLAN PROPOSED CULVERT A Proposed Retail Sales Bldg. Exist. Bldg. SKETCH SHOWING PROPOSED CULVERT to be constructed by BURKE MATTHEWS on Waller Creek South of North Loop Blvd. Property Line, E Creek, & & Easement TYPICAL SECTION A-A 40' Easement 20 20 11-0" Waller Proposed Bldg. 6'-6", Minimum 11-0" Natural Rock Creek CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS The undersigned members of the City Council of the City of Austin hereby direct the City Clerk of the City of Austin to call a Special Council meeting of said City Council at the City Hall for Monday February 1, 1960 at 2:30 P.M. for the purpose of hearing gas reserve information to be presented by Intra-Tex Gas Co. s/ Hub Bechtol s/ Lester E. Palmer s/ Edgar Perry III We, the undersigned members of the City Council of the City of Austin hereby accept service of notice of the Special Council Meeting called for February 1, 1960 at 2:30 P.M. to consider Intra-Tex Gas Co. Reserves; and agree to meet at that time and waive any irregularities in such notice or order setting said meeting. s/ Lester E. Palmer s/ Hub Bechtol s/ Ben White s/ Edgar H. Perry III s/ Tom Miller