... CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS: MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Regular Meeting February 04, 1960 10:00 Α.Μ. Council Chamber, City Hall 110 The meeting was called to order with Mayor Miller presiding. Roll call: Present: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Absent: Councilman Palmer Present also: W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager; Dudley Fowler, Assistant City Attorney; Reuben Rountree, Jr., Director of Public Works; Robert A. Miles, Chief of Police Mayor Miller introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CERTAIN CONTRACT WITH HOLIDAY REALTY COMPANY; 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 Perry moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Ayes: Noes: None Absent: Councilman Palmer 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 Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilman Palmer The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Perry moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilman Palmer ( CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS.=.: !! ! The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. MISS BETTY ANN BAROWITZ, speaking for a group of Young Democrats at the University and over the City, asked permission to set up booths on the Avenue, Saturday, February 6th, from 10:00 A.M. until 4:00 P.M. to secure signatures for anti-poll tax petitions. Councilman Bechtol stated he thought this would be setting a precedent, and that it would appear that the Council was endorsing more or less a public issue, and he did not think the Council had a right to enter into anything like that. MR. CHARLES HAYDEN spoke for the permission to set up the booths. The Mayor suggested that they get permission from the merchants, in front of whose stores these booths would be placed, and come back to the Council. Later on in the meeting, MISS BAROWITZ and MR. HAYDEN returned stating MR. REYNOLDS had no objections to their locating in front of his store. The Mayor stated as long as this did not interfere with traffic, it would be all right. After discussion, Councilman White moved that the request be granted, locating the booth on the south side of Reynolds, beyond the bus stop. motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Perry*, White, Mayor Miller Councilman Bechtol Absent: Councilman Palmer The *Councilman Perry stated he would vote for the motion with the understanding that it was in no way an endorsement of the City. The Council and City Manager discussed in detail the drainage on the property of MR. NELSON PUETT on Shoal Creek, and the refund contract authorized. Mayor Miller introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 590827E PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN ON THE 27TH DAY OF AUGUST, 1959, ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CERTAIN CONTRACT WITH NELSON PUETT, JR; PROVIDING FOR THE APPROPRIATION OF MONEY PAID TO THE CITY OF AUSTIN UNDER SUCH CONTRACT; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY"; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman White moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Absent: Councilman Palmer 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 Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Absent: Councilman Palmer Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS i The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman White moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilman Palmer The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. The Mayor asked that in connection with these subdivisions, that the provisions always be set down in writing. The City Manager submitted the following: "DATE" January 28, 1960 "TO: W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager SUBJECT: Foundations for River Crossing Transmission Towers "Bids were opened at 10:00 A.M., January 28, 1960 for Transmission Line River Crossing Tower Foundations at Holly Street Power Station. These bids are tabulated as follows: "BIDDER Austin Engineering Co. Joe Baggett Constr. Co. Capitol Construction Co. Maufrais Brothers Miller Concrete Contractors J. M. Odom Co. Ray Wimberley H. B. Zachry Co. LUMP SUM PRICE COMPLETION TIME $36,372.00 90 days 29,166.00 45 days 45,900.00 90 days 33,570.00 60 days 24,900.00 100 days 34,400.00 50-days 28,950.00 43 days 35,255.00 75 days "I recommend that we accept the lowest and best bid of $24,900.00 from Miller Concrete Contractors for a lump sum price for both tower foundations. "FROM: D. C. Kinney, Director Electric Utility SIGNED: D. C. Kinney "APPROVED: W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager" Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on January 28, 1960 for Transmission Line River Crossing Tower Foundations at Holly Street Power Station; and ) CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 113 WHEREAS, the bid of Miller Concrete Contractors, in the sum of $24,900.00, was the lowest and best bid therefor, and the acceptance of such bid has been recommended by the Director, Electric Utility, 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 Miller Concrete Contractors, in the sum of $24,900.00 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 Miller Concrete Contractors. The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilman Palmer The City Manager submitted the following: "W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager "February 3, 1960 Contract No. 60-D-1 "Following is a tabulation of the bids received at 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, February 2, 1960 for the construction of reinforced concrete culverts at West Mary Street across East Bouldin Creek, West Annie Street across East Bouldin Creek, and West Elizabeth Street across East Bouldin Creek, and the widening of the existing culvert at Riverside Drive across East Bouldin Creek Contract No. 60-D-1. "Ed H. Page $32,975.90 C. W. Ford 34,357.36 Maufrais Brothers, Inc. 36,856.83 Thurman Roberts 38,771.51 Texas Bridge Company 39,857.07 Ward Construction Company 40,057.90 Walter W. Schmidt 41,463.08 Austin Engineering Company 42,046.77 Millers Concrete Contractors 44,614.48 Giesen & Latson Construction Co. 53,538.84 "City's Estimate $41,390.00 "I recommend that Ed H. Page with his low bid of $32,975.90 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 February 2, 1960, for the construction of reinforced concrete culverts at West Mary Street across CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS - 11 East Bouldin Creek, West Annie Street across East Bouldin Creek, and West Elizabeth Street across East Bouldin Creek, and the widening of the existing culvert at Riverside Drive across East Bouldin Creek Contract No. 60-D-1; and WHEREAS, the bid of Ed H. Page, in the sum of $32, 975.90, 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 Ed H. Page, in the sum of $32,975.90, 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 Ed H. Page. The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Absent: Councilman Palmer The City Manager submitted the following: "February 3, 1960 "Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Mr. Williams: "Bids were received until 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, February 2, 1960 at the Office of the Director of the Water and Sewer Department on the 16-inch Manor Road Water Main. The bids were publicly opened and read in the Second Floor Conference Room of the Municipal Building, Austin, Texas. "The following is a tabulation of bids received: !! "FIRM AMOUNT WORKING DAYS Austin Engineering Company $54,935.80 75 J. R. Barnes Engineering Company 61,071.34 60 Walter W. Schmidt 61,136.65 70 Bland Construction Company 67,360.05 110 W. R. Cook, Corpus Christi, Texas 68,057.76 90 Karl Wagner, Incorporated 69,935.15 85 Fairey-Simons 71,897.70 120 Glade Construction Company 76,674.10 70 J. Wells Fainter 83,720.40 175 T "It is recommended that the contract be awarded to the Austin Engineering Company on their low bid of $54,935.80 with 75 working days. "Yours truly, Victor R. Schmidt, Jr. Superintendent, Water Distribution از CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS. Approved: "(Sgd) Albert R. Davis Director, Water and Sewer Department W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager" Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on February 2, 1960, on the 16-inch Manor Road Water Main; and WHEREAS, the bid of the Austin Engineering Company, in the sum of $54,935.80, was the lowest and best bid therefor, and the acceptance of such bid has been recommended by the Director, Water and Sewer Department, of the City of Austin, and by the City Manager; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the bid of the Austin Engineering Company, in the sum of $54,935.80 be and the same is hereby accepted, and W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager of the City of Austin is hereby authorized and directed to execute a contract on behalf of the City of Austin with Austin Engineering Company. The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilman Palmer At this time Councilman Perry left the Council meeting, as he was called out of the city. Mayor Miller brought up the following zoning applications deferred from last week: A. M. QUIST 1800-02 West 35th Street 3500-02 Lawton Avenue The Council postponed action until next week. From "B" Residence To "LR" Local Retail RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Μ. & Ο. TIMBER CO. By Kelly McAdams, Owner 1001-03 West 29th Street The Council postponed action until next week. From "A" Residence To "O" Office RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS KRUEGER BUILDING MATERIALS INC. By Preston C. Krueger 6906 Burnet Road From "A" Residence To "C" Commercial RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Mr. Louis Owens represented Mr. Krueger, stating Mr. Krueger would be willing to help in alleviating the drainage problem. Mr. Krueger wanted to make this non-conforming use conforming, and use the area for off-street parking for his existing lumber yard. The Mayor said the Council would go look at the area and talk with MR. CAROL HOWARD and MR. BENNETT, who had offered opposition last week. The Council postponed action until next week. The Council noted withdrawal of the following zoning application, requested by H. M. Hooper, Attorney: WILLIAM J. SIMPSON 1606-08 Pearl Street 901-05 West 17th Street From "A" Residence To "O" Office NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission Mayor Miller introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THAT CERTAIN ORDINANCE PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS, JULY 17, 1941, AND RECORDED IN ORDINANCE BOOK "L", PAGES 152-174, INCLUSIVE, OF THE ORDINANCE RECORDS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, WHICH ORDINANCE WAS AMENDATORY OF THAT CERTAIN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING ZONING REGULATIONS AND DISTRICTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 23, 1931, AND RECORDED IN BOOK "I", PAGES 301-318, INCLUSIVE, OF THE ORDINANCE RECORDS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, THE AMENDATORY ORDINANCE HEREBY CHANGING THE FOLLOWING: (1) A TRIANGULAR TRACT OF LAND FRONTING 142.88 FEET ON THE EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF NEW BASTROP HIGHWAY, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 1232-1240 NEW BASTROP HIGHWAY, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "LR" LOCAL RETAIL DISTRICT; (2) A TRACT OF LAND FRONTING 200 FEET ON THE EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF MCNEIL ROAD AND APPROXIMATELY 140 FEET ON THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF RUTLAND DRIVE, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 9901-9905 MCNEIL ROAD AND 2500-2510 RUTLAND DRIVE, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "DL" LIGHT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT; (3) SIX TRACTS OF LAND FRONTING APPROXIMATELY 339.4 FEET ON THE SOUTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF EAST 41ST STREET BEGINNING AT A POINT APPROXIMATELY 157.88 FEET WEST OF THE WEST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF INTERREGIONAL HIGHWAY AND HAVING AN AVERAGE DEPTH OF 162.8 FEET, SAME BEING LOTS 1-5, RESUBDIVISION OF THE WEST 1/2 BLOCK 10 AND THE NORTH 1/2 OF LOT 3 AND THE EAST 1/2 OF BLOCK 11, PLAINVIEW HEIGHTS, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "GR" GENERAL RETAIL _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS.. :: ! DISTRICT; (4) LOTS 7-10, RESUBDIVISION OF THE WEST 1/2 OF BLOCK 10, PLAINVIEW HEIGHTS, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "O" OFFICE DISTRICT; (5) LOTS 17 AND 18, BLOCK 23, THE HIGHLAND ADDITION, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "LR" LOCAL RETAIL DISTRICT; AND (6) LOT 1 AND THE WEST 55 FEET OF LOT 2, BLOCK 12, PLAINVIEW ADDITION, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "O" OFFICE DISTRICT; SAID PROPERTY BEING LOCATED IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; ORDERING A CHANGE IN THE USE MAPS SO AS TO RECORD THE CHANGES HEREBY ORDERED; AND SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman White moved that the ordinance be passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Absent: Councilman Palmer, Perry 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 Council of the City of Austin hereby approves the erection of a boat dock on the property owned by Frank D. Kerbow as described in the Travis County Deed Records and known as Lot 20, Bruton Springs Subdivision, on the shore of Lake Austin, and hereby authorized the said Frank D. Kerbow 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 Frank D, Kerbow has failed and refused, and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "Austin, Texas February 1, 1960 "Mr. W. T. Williams, Hr. City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Sir: "I, the undersigned, have reviewed the plans and have considered the application CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS of Frank D. Kerbow, 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 20, Bruton Springs Subdivision, as recorded 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 Frank D. Kerbow 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 Bechtol, carried by the following vote Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Bechtol, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilmen Palmer, Perry 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 Council of the City of Austin hereby approves the erection of a boat dock on the property owned by A. S. Weaver as described in the Travis County Deed Records and known as Lot C, Tract C, Oak Shores Subdivision on the shore of Lake Austin, and hereby authorizes the said A. S. Weaver 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, CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS 119 : 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 A. S. Weaver has failed and refused, and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "Austin, Texas February 4, 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 A. S. Weaver, 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 Tract C in the Oak Shores Subdivision, as recorded in the Travis County Deed Records, for permission to construct and maintain a boat dock projecting out into the lake approximately 40 feet beyond the normal high water level. The construction details meeting all requirements, I recommend that if A. S. Weaver 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 Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Bechtol, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilmen Palmer, Perry וי ....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 the City Council of the City of Austin hereby approves the erection of a boat dock on the property owned by J. S. Childers as described in the Travis County Deed Records and known as Block 24, Lot 2 in Austin Lake Estates on the shore of Lake Austin, and hereby authorizes the said J. S. Childers 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 Inspcetor 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 J. S. Childers has failed and refused, and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "Austin, Texas February 4, 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 J. S. Childers, 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 Block 24, Lot 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 6 feet beyond the normal high water level. The construction details meeting all requirements, I recommend that if J. S. Childers 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 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 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 Bechtol, carried by the following vote; Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Bechtol, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilmen Palmer, Perry 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 Council of the City of Austin hereby approves the erection of a boat dock on property described in the Travis County, Deed Records and known as an easement on the I. D. Fowler, Sr. Estate, such easement being situated between the properties of Herman W. Porsch and James F. Grove on the shore of Lake Austin, and hereby authorizes the said Grover J. Gardner, Chairman of the Easement Improvement Committee, 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 Grover J. Gardner, Chairman of the Easement Improvement Committee, has failed and refused, and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "Austin, Texas February 4, 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 Grover J. Gardner, Chairman of the Easement Improvement Committee 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 an easement on the -CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS il I. D. Fowler, Sr. Estate, such easement being situated between the properties of Herman W. Porsch and James F. Grove, 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 Grover J. Gardner 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 applicent. "(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 Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Bechtol, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilmen Palmer, Perry 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 Council of the City of Austin hereby approves the erection of a boat dock on the property owned by Jack Mixson as described in the Travis County Deed Records and known as being of the John Jackson Survey approximately 90 feet upstream from Quinlan County Park on the shore of Lake Austin, and hereby authorizes the said Jack Mixson 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 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS.. 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 Jack Mixson has failed and refused, and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "Austin, Texas February 4, 1960 ר ,: "Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Sir: "I, the undersigned, have reviewed the plans and have considered the application of Jack Mixson, 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 of the John Jackson Survey approximately 90 feet upstream from Quinlan County Park, as recorded in the Travis County Deed Records, for permission to construct and maintain a boat dock projecting out into the lake approximately 20 feet beyond the normal high water level. The construction details meeting all requirements, I recommend that if Jack Mixson 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 Bechtol, carried by the following vote Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Bechtol, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilmen Palmer, Perry i F 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 the City Council of the City of Austin hereby approves the erection of a boat dock on the property owned by Philip H. Moss as described in the !! Travis County Deed Records and known as Tract F in the Oak Shores Subdivision on the shore of Lake Austin, and hereby authorizes the said Philip H. Moss 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 Philip H. Moss has failed and refused, and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "Austin, Texas February 4, 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 Philip H. Moss, 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 Tract Fin Oak Shores Subdivision, as recorded in the Travis County Deed Records, for permission to construct and maintain a boat dock projecting out into the lake approximately 34 feet beyond the normal high water level. The construction details meeting all requirements, I recommend that if Philip H. Moss 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 ......... = ין ין CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 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" :i The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Absent: Councilmen Palmer, Perry Councilman White moved that the Council approve the shore line improvement request made by GLEN W. KENNEDY, on Lots 7a and Sa, Lakeland Park Addition, to build a wall along the shore line. The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Absent: Councilmen Palmer, Perry Councilman Bechtol offered the following resolution and moved its adoption, subject to proper zoning: (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 on the east side of new State Highway 71 approximately 270 feet north of the intersection of new State Highway 71 and old State Highway 71 which property fronts 145.95 feet on the new State Highway 71, being known as a portion of the Santiago Del Valle Grant in the City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, and hereby authorizes the said Chesley-Baity Development Corporation 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 recom- mendations 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 Chesley-Baity Development Corporation has failed and refused and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations, and ordinances. i! (Recommendations attached) CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS "February 4, 1960 "Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Sir: "We, the undersigned, have considered the application of Chesley-Baity Development Corporation 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 on the east side of new State Highway 71, approximately 270 feet north of the intersection of new State Highway 71 and old State Highway 71 which property fronts 145.95 feet on new State Highway 71 and is known as a portion of the Santiago Del Valle Grant in the City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, and the property upon which this filling station is to be located is owned by Chesley-Baity Development Corporation and is under lease to State-wide Investment Company. We hereby advise that the following conditions exist. "The property upon which this filling station is to be located is designated as "General 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 will 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 Chesley-Baity Development Corporation be granted permission to construct, maintain, and operate said drive-in gasoline filling station and to construct curbs, ramps and sidewalks in conjunction therewith subject to the following 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 jį 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 ) :j ..... ....CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS. ': ii : 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 1687. "(6) Expansion joints shall be constructed as shown upon the plan, hereto attached, marked 2 H 1687 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) S. Reuben Rountree, Jr. Director of Public Works (Sgd) J. C. Eckert Building Inspector" The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Bechtol, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilmen Palmer, Perry Councilman Bechtol 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 advertise for bids on the sale of bonds of the City of Austin at 10:00 Α.Μ., March 31, 1960, as follows: ) Fire Station General Obligation Bonds, authorized at an election May 12, 1956 • $ 50,000.00 Hospital Improvements General Obligation Bonds, authorized at an election May 7, 1946 75,000.00 • Street, Bridges and Drainageways General Obligation Bonds, authorized at an election May 12, 1956 875,000.00 _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS General Obligation Bonds Total Electric Light and Power System Revenue Bonds, authorized at an election May 24, 1958 • $1,000,000.00 $5,350,000.00 Waterworks System Revenue Bonds, authorized at an election May 12, 1956 535,000.00 Sewer System Revenue Bonds, authorized at an election May 12, 1956 615,000.00 Revenue Bonds Total $6,500,000.00 Advertisement for such bids shall be in the usual and customary form and shall be published at least once in The American Statesman, Austin, Texas, and in The Bond Buyer, New York, New York, and in addition shall be given such circulation as will invite attention to the proposed sale. The right shall be reserved to the City of Austin to reject any and all bids, and no bids which include supplemental coupons will be considered. Advertisements shall direct the filing of sealed bids to be opened by the City Council at a regular meeting held for such purpose in the City Hall at the time and date hereinbefore set forth. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Bechtol, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilmen Palmer, Perry Action on establishing the speed limit along the New Manor Road from Redwood Avenue to Old Manor Road Westminister Drive, was postponed until next week. The City Manager discussed charging a flat rate rental at the Airport Coffee Shop, at the present Terminal. At the present rate of a minimum rental plus percentage of the gross receipts, the amount has been averaging about $158.00 a month. The recommendation was $175.00 per month, and Mr. Winters had accepted this. The Mayor stated that the lessee pays the water and light, and that this looked like a fair proposition, and that the price was better than what was being received. Councilman Bechtol moved that inasmuch as the price was better than what had been received--$158.30 and the flat rate will be $175, it was a better contract--that the contract be approved effective February 1, 1960. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Absent: Councilmen Palmer, Perry The Council had before it the following recommendation of the Parks and Recreation Board: "February 1, 1960 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS "Memorandum To: The City Council "At a meeting of the Parks and Recreation Board Monday, January 18, 1960, the Board heard a request from Mr. W. C. Dodgen, President, Northwest Little League, pursuant to the development of a second Little League baseball field on the Gullett Playground. Mr. Sheffield told the Board that the City and the schools own 17 acres of ground in this tract, therefore he felt there would be sufficient room for this group of men to construct the second Little League I field. The area for this field has been planned jointly by the Recreation Department and the school administration. Miss Hill made a motion which was seconded by Mrs. Dickson that the Board recommend to the City Council that permission be given to the Northwest Little League to develop a second field at Gullett Playground, provided that the field is laid out to the specifications of the Recrea- tion Department and the school administration. "Present and voting: Ayes: Mrs. Alden, Davis, Mrs. C. E. Browning, Mrs. Fagan Dickson, Miss Margaret Louise Hill, Mr. Roy Ward, Dr. D. K. Brace, Mr. Nash Moreno Nays: None Absent: Mr. V. A. Kormeier, Mr. Frank D. Quinn, Mr. Rudy Cisneros, Mr. W. T Caswell "Memorandum to: The City Council "Dr. K. D. Brace, Chairman PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD" "February 1, 1960 :: "At a meeting of the Parks and Recreation Board, Monday, January 18, 1960, the Board heard a request from Mr. O. W. Patton, Chairman of a group of parents living in northwest Austin, who wish to develop a junior baseball field at Gullett Playground. The master plan of the grounds was shown to the Board and Mr. Sheffield showed where he had planned for a baseball field for older boys to be constructed on this playground. Mr. Sheffield said he was not in favor of this group limiting the size of the field to the usual 250' radius that is found on other pony leagues fields. He felt that this field should be big enough for older boys to play in the event that the pony league age boys, 13 and 14 years, did not consume all of the available time on the diamond. He also said that this group of men had requested the City's help in the development of this baseball diamond. Mr. Sheffield said he did not know whether the City Council would approve of the Recreation Department putting funds into this baseball project, but that he planned expenditures in 1962 and '63 for the development of this playground. To date, no parents in this neighborhood have requested the development of the playground, but Mr. Sheffield stated he had been requested to talk to the PTA in April, and he knew that this was their first step toward requesting the development of a playground to serve their neighborhood. He said there were no funds available for this baseball project in the current budget. "Mr. Ward made a motion which was seconded by Mr. Moreno that the Parks and Recreation Board recommend to the City Council that permission be granted to this group of dads to develop a boy's baseball field at Gullett Playground provided it was laid out to the specifications of the Recreation Department and met with the approval of the school administration and the school board. The motion il וי ) ==: :: ii CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS passed unanimously. The Board further commended the efforts of this group of fathers and expressed the hopes that they would take an interest in the total playground program for all ages and both sex. "Present and voting: Ayes: Mrs. Alden Davis, Mrs. C. E. Browning, Mrs. Fagan Dickson, Miss Margaret Louise Hill, Mr. Roy Ward, Dr. D. K. Brace, Mr. Nash Moreno Nays: None Absent:Mr. V. A. Kormeier, Mr. Frank D. Quinn, Mr. Rudy Cisneros, Mr. W. T. Caswell "Dr. D. K. Brace, Chairman PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD" Councilman Bechtol moved that these two requests be granted. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, White, Mayor Miller Noes: None Absent: Councilmen Palmer, Perry As to the decision on the use of the land west of Harvey Williams Field for another ball field, as made by MR. B. R. REYNOLDS last week, the Mayor asked that the Parks Board call a special meeting to act upon this request. The Director of Recreation stated the Board was to meet this night. It was asked that Mr. Reynolds and Mr. Mac deGuerrin be asked to attend. MAYOR MILLER submitted the request of CAPTAIN MCCLURE, that the SALVATION ARMY YOUTH CONVENTION be granted permission to have a parade Saturday morning on March 26th, between 11:00 A.M. and 12:00, up Congress Avenue to the Capitol; and || also to have an open-air meeting of about 50 people on Saturday, March 26th, between 2:30 and 3:30 P.M., between 6th and 7th Streets on the sidewalk, marking off about eight meters. The Mayor stated the permission could be granted, but that inquiry should be made of the property owners concerning the parking meters It was his suggestion that the number of parking meters could be reduced to four. Councilman White moved that the permission be granted for the open-air meeting, on Congress between 6th and 7th, provided the location is in the middle of the block to get away from the bus stop, and that not more than four meters be blocked off; also that permission be granted for the Parade, all details of both being worked out with the City Manager and Chief of Police. The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Bechtol, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilmen Palmer, Perry MAYOR MILLER submitted the request of MR. BASCOM GILES to trade some property with the City; and that the trade had been recommended by the Director of Public Works and the City Manager. The City Manager stated the land was a 50' strip by the railroad behind his community center, and he would be required CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS... : : !: li ;! :i to install the drainage facilities. In return for this strip, Mr. Giles would give one and a half acres by the airport. The drainage work will cost him about $24,000. The Mayor stated that theCouncil should go look at the properties, and postpone action on it until next week so that the other members of the Council !! could vote on it. : : Discussion was held on the plaque to be placed on the low water dam. The Assistant City Manager submitted a proposed plaque. The Mayor suggested that members of the preceding Council should have their names included as well as those on the present Council; and that the engineers and contractors should be included. He stated that Beverly Sheffield's name should be on the plaque for the low water dam. The City Manager said if the Council should determine that it was appropriate to name one of the projects, a separate plaque could be placed on it. The City Manager asked if the contractor should be told to go ahead and prepare these plaques. Councilman White stated as far as he was concerned it was all right. Councilman White stated he would like to pass on a request from MR. HARRY NOLAN that pictures of the councilmen serving under the Mayor-Councilman form of government be hung in the Council Chamber. The Mayor asked that this matter be looked into, and try to get it done, and see how many pictures it would take. MR. FRANK DENIUS appeared before the Council representing the Association of Aviation Underwriters. The City Manager stated that it was his understanding that several months ago the Council authorized an agreement with Tele Trip subject to determining whether or not that company was fully qualified. Mr. Fowler stated that Mr. Taylor was working on this now. The Council deferred action on authorizing condemnation of property necessary for the West Annie Street Widening project. The Assistant City Attorney stated that the right-of-way needed was from Mrs. Alden Davis and Mr. David Lee Thomas, and the attorney, Jerome Sneed, had just called stating the price offered by the city was not acceptable. Councilman White volunteered : to contact the parties and see if he could work something out. The City Manager stated he had a letter from MR. ARTHUR P. WATSON, addressed to the Council, but delivered to him, requesting that the time limit on parking on 12th Street between Guadalupe and San Antonio be made two-hour parking on the north side of 12th as it is on the next block west. He had a memorandum from the Traffic Engineer. The Council took no action at this time, until this request could be studied more. The City Manager stated the Parking lot between 4th and 5th Streets and Guadalupe and San Antonio would be completed in the near future. It was recommended that for the present that a watchman or guard be assigned there to direct the parking and to collect whatever fees that may be charged on a temporary basis. Mayor Miller asked that this not be determined until all members of the Council are present; that the Council would go down on the ground and look at it and see what could be done. The City Manager stated inquiry had been made also about monthly rentals. :: CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS The City Manager stated there had been a letter addressed to the Mayor with a copy sent to him about the flood conditions around Cameron Village. He made a report on the drainage problem and on the acquisition of right-of-way developments with MR. WOMMACK, MR. NASH PHILLIPS and MR. DEWEY BRADFIELD, stating there was to be an exchange of property between Mr. Phillips and Mr. Bradfield; and at this time this had not been worked out. The Mayor asked that they be written to see what they have done and what yet remains to be done, and that they be asked to come in and go over this Monday or Tuesday. Regarding parking, the Mayor stated something had to be worked out as Mr. Joe Dacy and others had requested, on the parking down town. The City Manager stated there was a request from the Garden Club that the Council look over a receptacle they wanted to install on Congress Avenue. The Mayor said the Merchants had put up the other type, and they would not want to buy others. After discussion, Councilman White moved that the Garden Club be permitted to put one up at some place, with consent of the property owner, as an exhibit to show what they proposed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Bechtol, White, Mayor Miller None Absent: Councilmen Palmer, Perry Councilman Bechtol stated that MRS. OPAL MCBRIDE had come up to be heard on getting additional property for a little ball field next to the location which the city had permitted the group to use last year. The Director of Recreation stated that this group wanted to have this area expanded and wanted the City to purchase the adjoining one-half block of land. He said it was in a neighborhood that could use the play area. The Mayor asked that Mr. Sheffield take this up with the Parks Board, and see who will sponsor it and get the Board's recommendation on it. The Mayor asked that the Tax Department review the property of the "Children's Haven" which property has been used for many beneficial reasons. The City Manager stated that MR. PEARCE JOHNSON had discussed again the electric rates at the Del Valle School, stating that there was an area within the city limits which is in this school district, and that there are residents of the city which are required to go to this School; and for that reason, the School should be given the same rate as the city schools. He explained the type of rate being charged. Mayor Miller asked that Mr. Johnson get up the rolls on the number of children they have, their addresses; and all the data, and the Council would go into it further. The City Manager stated he had a letter from a Colonel in the Johnson Air Base in Japan, asking, in line with the People to People program, that a sisterhood between two cities be established, and his city had chosen Austin. The City Manager explained that follow-up on this would mean quite a bit of clerical time and work. He said it seemed to be more or less a Chamber of Commerce idea. Councilman Bechtol said he would like to check into the whole background of this. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS The City Manager reviewed a contract with the Radio Association in that they were granted permission to construct a small building and radio transmitter on city property across the dam on top of the hill. That radio station would be used for alerts on anything connected with disaster or public emergency. The particular site was recommended by the Consulting Engineers as a desirable site for a future water plant. The radio people have agreed to give up their lease and have found another site, just west of Baylor Street by the railroad. He said they needed some masts for their radio antenna, and he recommended that in exchange of their giving up the lease arrangements, and to compensate them for the clearing of the land, that the City donate four electric poles. The Mayor said to go ahead with this, provided it did not interfere with TV, and provided the radio people had them installed and wired according to the city's code. The Council informally gave FATHER HOOKS permission to use the Auditorium for the annual Easter Dance at the regular rental charge on Sunday, April 17th. The Council informally granted MR. AL GIBBONS of Show Case Productions, permission to hang banners at 1st and Congress, 7th and Congress, and 19th and Guadalupe, from April 5th to April 19th, for the SPORTS FAIR of 1960 to be held in the Municipal Auditorium. The regular $35.00 fee for each location would be charged. The Assistant City Manager stated the TRIBBLE ADVERTISING COMPANY had asked about leasing from the city an area along West 1st Street, west of Lamar, to put up banners and poster boards. The After The Assistant City Manager submitted the request of the MARINE RESERVE to put up a sign on Dawson Road between the substation and Disch Field. sign to be erected was about 12 feet high and from 8 to 13 feet across. discussion, the Mayor suggested letting them go ahead, but to try to get it where the sign would not interfere with the parking. The Assistant City Manager discussed the city's furnishing set-ups for the Bankers Association. The Mayor said that the concessionaire had been engaged to serve the dinner, and that he should also take care of the set-ups and pay the city its percentage. The Mayor stated that it was necessary to get someone at the Auditorium to take the place of the former concessionaire, and suggested getting Mr. Vickers up to discuss this; and if Austin people just could not be found, out of town people would have to be considered. The Council received the following: "Mayor & City Council || City of Austin Austin, Texas i "February 4, 1960 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS: "Re: Work to be accomplished under Ordinance No. 591210B passed December 10, 1959 "In compliance with your directions given in the above ordinance, I file herewith my estimate of the cost of street improvements (curb, gutter and paving) on the following units set out in said Ordinance: "Contract No. 60-A-2 Unit Curb & Gutter Paving Total 59.61 Bonnie Rd.-EPL Raleigh Ave.to WPL Pecos St. $1,739.74 $4,926.81 $9,673.63 59.62 Bridle Path-EPL Raleigh Ave.to 2,425.24 4,928.90 7,354.14 WPL Pecos St. 59.63 Cedar St.-NPL W.30th St. to SPL 557.16 1,219.09 1,776.25 W.31st St. 59.64 Ave.F-NPL E.43rd St.to SGL E.45th St. 1,589.73 2,965.09 4,554.82 59.65 Gilbert St.-EPL Robinhood Tr. to 620.63 1,077.30 1,697.93 WPL Schulle Ave. 59.66 Leon St.-NPL W.24th St.to NGL W.26th St.1,230.37 3,684.89 4,915.26 59.67 McCall Rd.-NPL Windsor Rd. to SPL 614.32 2,440.66 3,054.98 Indian Tr. 59.68 Nelray Blvd.-EPL Lamar Blvd. to 5,544.26 9,979.79 15,524.05 WPL Link Ave. 59.69 Pecos St.-NGL Enfield Rd. to 2,225.20 7,715.05 9,940.25 SPL Stevenson Ave. 59.70 River Rd.-EPL Tarrytown River Oaks Add.to WPL Herman Brown Add.No.2 Sec. 1 834.76 1,352.05 2,186.81 59.71 Tonkawa Trail-NPL W.38th St. to SPL W. 39 1/2 St. 1,066.58 3,088.40 4,154.98 59.72 W.18th St.-EPL Rio Grande St. to 559.69 1,085.99 1,645.68 WPL Nueces St. 59.73 W.38th St.-WPL Tonkawa Tr. to WPL 2,767.08 6,500.37 9,267.45 Lamar Blvd. 59.74 W.39th St.-EPL Alice Avenue to 531.31 1,327.77 1,859.08 WPL Lamar Boulevard 59.75 E.50th St.-EPL Ave.H to WPL Caswell Ave. 3,046.48 59.76 W.55th St.-EPL Guadalupe St. to WPL Link Avenue 6,291.20 9,337.68 3,374.25 5,852.70 9,226.95 "Yours very truly, (Sgd) S. Reuben Rountree, Jr. Director of Public Works" CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 1 The Council rose in honor and memory of JUDGE GEORGE MATTHEWS and adopted the following resolution: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, Judge George Matthews distinguished himself in the fields of law and law enforcement; and, WHEREAS, Judge George Matthews, during his term as Sheriff of Travis County, rendered a great service in executing the laws and preserving order in this community; and, WHEREAS, during his many years as County Judge of Travis County, Judge George Matthews earned the respect of the members of the bar and of the general citizenry through his fair and impartial judgments and rulings from the bench; and, WHEREAS, as a private citizen, Judge George Matthews has contributed a great service to this community by freely giving his time and wisdom to innumerable public affairs; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the people of Austin, speaking through their City Council express their deepest sympathy to his family over the death of Judge Matthews and express their appreciation for the many services rendered. The Council asked that a page be reserved in the Minutes in memorium of Judge Matthews. : The Council rose in honor and memory of MR. EVANS SWAN and adopted the following resolution: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, Evans Swan distinguished himself by serving the City of Austin in numerous public affairs; and, WHEREAS, while serving as an advisor on the Brackenridge Hospital Board, Evans Swan aided in providing medical care for the people of the City of Austin and of Travis County; and, WHEREAS, during World War II, Evans Swan served on the Ration Board for the Austin area, giving largely of his time and wisdom; and, WHEREAS, by the death of Evans Swan, the City of Austin has lost one of its finest citizens and public servants; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the people of Austin, speaking through their City Council, express their deepest sympathy to the family of Evans Swan and express their appreciation for the many services he has rendered. : ...: =... ) * ******** *** -CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS IN MEMORIUM GEORGE MATTHEWS ** COUNTY JUDGE Travis County SHERIFF Travis County DIED, JANUARY 14, 1960 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS. IN MEMORIUM EVANS SWAN Member BRACKENRIDGE HOSPITAL BOARD Member RATION BOARD ! DIED, FEBRUARY 2, 1960 * ** -CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS The Council asked that a page be reserved in the Minutes in memorium of Mr. Swan. There being no further business, the Council adjourned at 1:00 Ρ.Μ., subject to the call of the Mayor. ATTEST: Beri Wesley City Clerk APPROVED Mayor