- CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Regular Meeting July 21, 1960 10:00 Α.Μ. Council Chamber, City Hall The meeting was called to order with Mayor Pro-tem Palmer presiding. Roll call: Present: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Pro-tem Palmer Absent: Mayor Miller Present also: W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager; Doren R. Eskew, City Attorney; Reuben Rountree, Jr., Director of Public Works; Robert A. Miles, Chief of Police Invocation was delivered by REV. FRANK BUECHLEY, Central Christian Church. Councilman Perry moved that the Minutes of the Meetings of July 7th and July 14th, 1960, be approved. The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Pro-tem Palmer Noes: None Absent: Mayor Miller MR. C. T. JOHNSON appeared before the Council regarding prohibiting signs and advertising on the boulevards in Austin, stating that on tours he had taken this summer, it was particularly pointed out that there were no signs on the boulevards. He suggested that Austin follow this idea to maintain the natural scenic beauty of these boulevards and stated that the signs caused traffic hazards. He listed the following suggestions for consideration: 1. Billboards to be kept 660' from boulevards. 2. Prohibit all signs on property adjacent to the right-of-way except "for sale" signs on the property itself or small signs advertising a business on the same premises as the sign. 3. Ban all advertising billboards on boulevards. 4. Along scenic stretches of boulevards or near intersections no commercial signs at all, elsewhere, signs to be greatly restricted in number, type, size and location. 5. No flashing or moving lights to be permitted, that might distract the motorist. 6. Neon or other colored lights are banned. 7. There must be no moving part to any sign. し ما CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS. 8. It must not resemble an official sign. 9. 10. 11. There can be no bright lights to detract motors on hills or curves. No brand name may be advertised more prominently than the name of the local business on the same sign. Stores to have group signs doing all the advertising on one sign. 12. Nothing except official traffic signs is allowed on the rightof-way. As to Congress Avenue and the business section, he suggested that the signs be permitted. Mayor Pro-tem Palmer thanked Mr. Johnson for his interest, which followed that of many others. He stated the ordinance had certain requirements for signboards as far as safety of traffic. MR. DERIC BOWNDS, 1708 Mohle Drive, spokesman for a group, asked the Council about its policy on integration at the paid swimming pools. He stated the group present were members of the Friends Service Committee, but is not appearing as that Committee, but only a group interested in working out this matter. MISS JOAN MEANS stated the East Austin park was not developed yet, and the grass was not green, and there was a crowded situation. She said the group would like to use some of the larger parks. She wanted to known what the policy was. Mayor Pro-tem Palmer thanked the group for coming down, and stated that they had filed this memorandum this morning, and the Council would look into it and give them an answer. Request submitted is as follows: "Austin has distinguished itself in dealing with racial inequalities which have existed for many years. The integration of libraries, schools, and many public facilities is an indication of the progressive role which this city has taken. Not only in Austin, but over the nation, human rights are becoming a matter of concern. This concern has recently been evidenced in the attention given civil rights in the 1960 platform of the Democratic party. The party's acceptance of a strong civil rights plank and its endorsement by Senator: Lyndon B. Johnson indicates that the leaders of our nation and state are ready to support measures to end racial discrimination. "The recent discussion of civil rights over the nation has led many Austin residents to wonder exactly what the city's present position is in regard to the use of its public recreation facilities. Members of the group present today in addition to many others, have unsuccessfully sought entrance to several of Austin's paid admission swimming pools. Because there seems to be no definite policy, the undersigned request a statement from the city council concerning its opinion of the present situation and its future plans." _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS- MR. HORACE ROBERDEAU, 3321 Stevenson, asked that the three oak trees on Stevenson not be taken down when Stevenson is paved. The Director of Public Works gave the location of the three trees, stating there was one tree he definitely recommended removing, as it would cut the street down to 26' in width. The City Manager stated it might be possible to make an adjustment but it would have to be with the consent of all the property owners in the block, and that this would be checked into. The Mayor Pro-tem stated the City Manager would meet with them, and Mr. Roberdeau would be notified. The Council had before it the Electric Code. Mr. Richard Baker, representing Mr. Joe Atkinson, and the Home Builders Association, stated the three sections of the ordinance on which they had objections had been worked out to their satisfaction, and thanked the Council, the Electric Board and Mr. Tew for their consideration. The City Attorney pointed out the changes made from the draft. Councilman White introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 9 OF THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1954 PERTAINING TO ELECTRICITY; THE REGULATION OF PERSONS DOING ELECTRICAL WORK; AND ESTABLISH- ING MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR ELECTRICAL FACILITIES. 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 Pro-tem Palmer Noes: None Absent: Mayor Miller Present but not voting: Councilman Perry Mayor Pro-tem Palmer introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1954 BY INCORPORATING THEREIN AS CHAPTER 39, THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Bechtol moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Pro-tem Palmer Noes: None Absent: Mayor Miller The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Bechtol moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Pro-tem Palmer None Absent: Mayor Miller The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Bechtol moved that درد CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS== こ درد ( the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Pro-tem Palmer None Absent: Mayor Miller The Mayor Pro-tem announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Pro-tem Palmer introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE ORDERING A CHANGE IN USE AND CHANGING THE USE MAPS ACCOMPANYING CHAPTER 39 OF THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1954 AS FOLLOWS: (1) ONE LOT FRONTING APPROXIMATELY 105 FEET ON THE WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF LAMAR BOULEVARD AND APPROXIMATELY 115 FEET ON THE SOUTH RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF BLUFF STREET, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 700-702 SOUTH LAMAR BOULEVARD AND 1301-1303 BLUFF STREET, FROM "C" COMMERCIAL DISTRICT TO "C-1" COMMERCIAL DISTRICT; (2) THE NORTH 20 FEET OF LOT 7, BLOCK B, FORD PLACE NO. 1, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 4401 MANCHACA ROAD, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "GR" GENERAL RETAIL DISTRICT; AND (3) A 10.85 ACRE TRACT OF LAND FRONTING APPROXIMATELY 590 FEET ON THE EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF AIRPORT BOULEVARD, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 6215-6313 AIRPORT BOULEVARD, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "GR" GENERAL RETAIL DISTRICT; ALL OF SAID PROPERTY BEING LOCATED IN AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; AND SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman White moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: ) Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Pro-tem Palmer Noes: None Absent: Mayor Miller 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: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Pro-tem Palmer None Absent: Mayor Miller 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 Pro-tem Palmer None Absent: Mayor Miller The Mayor Pro-tem announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. し CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS. The City Manager submitted the following: "July 19, 1960 "Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Mr. Williams: "Bids were received until 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, July 19, 1960 at the Office of the Director of the Water and Sewer Department, Municipal Building, Austin, Texas, for the construction of the Shoal Creek - Violet Crown Area Sanitary Sewer. Bids were publicly opened and read in the second floor Conference Room, Municipal Building, Austin, Texas. "The following is a tabulation of bids received: "FIRMS Karl Wagner, Incorporated Fairey Simons, Incorporated Bland Construction Company Austin Engineering Company AMOUNT WORKING DAYS $133,549.75 225 160,755.62 240 173,179.65 200 175,726.90 150 "It is recommended that the contract be awarded to Karl Wagner, Incorporated on their low bid of $133,549.75 with 225 working days. "Yours truly, s/ S. A. Garza, Superintendent Approved: Sanitary Sewer Division s/ Albert R. Davis, Director Water and Sewer Department W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager" After discussion, Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on July 19, 1960 for the construction of the Shoal Creek Violet Crown Area Sanitary Sewer; and WHEREAS, the bid of Karl Wagner, Incorporated, in the sum of $133,549.75, 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 Karl Wagner, Incorporated, in the sum of $133,549.75 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 Karl Wagner, Incorporated. The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Pro-tem Palmer Noes: None Absent: Mayor Miller し CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS. Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, there has been submitted to the Building Inspector, the application of Dr. Charles R. Peck for a building permit together with a site plan dated July 18, 1960 meeting the requirements of Section 10-B, 3 of the Zoning Ordinance of the City, for certain building establishment at 1605 Nueces Street, more particularly described in said application; and, WHEREAS, it has been found and determined by the City Council of the City of Austin that, based upon the use of the premises for the purpose of erecting a doctor's office the maximum number of parking spaces which will probably be used by employees and customers of such establishment, taking into account the loading facilities on the site, the public parking areas and street space available for parking in the vicinity, public safety, and free circulation of traffic both on and off the site, is 6 parking spaces; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That six (6) spaces is an adequate number of parking spaces for the establishment shown on the site plan of doctor's office dated July 18, 1960, for use of the premises for the purpose of a doctor's office. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Perry, White, Mayor Pro-tem Palmer Councilman Bechtol Absent: Mayor Miller Councilman Perry offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, Franks and Hobbs, Inc. is the Contractor for the demolition of buildings located at 501 and 503 Congress Avenue and desires a portion of the sidewalk and street space abutting Lot 1 and the south 20 feet of Lot 2, Block 56, of the Original City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, during the demolition of buildings, such space to be used in the work and for the storage of materials therefor; therefore BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: 1. THAT space for the uses hereinabove enumerated be granted to said Franks and Hobbs, Inc., the boundary of which is described as follows: Sidewalk and Street Working Space Beginning at a point in the east property line of Congress Avenue which point is 60 feet north of the north property line of East 5th Street; thence in a westerly direction and at right angles to the center line of Congress Avenue to a point 12 feet west of the east curb line; thence in a southerly direction and parallel with the center line of Congress Avenue 60 feet to a CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS. point; thence in an easterly direction and at right angles to the center line of Congress Avenue to a point which is the southwest corner of the above described property; thence in a southerly direction and at right angles to the center line of East 5th Street to a point 12 feet south of the north curb line; thence in an easterly and parallel with the center line of East 5th Street 70 feet to a point; thence in a northerly direction and at right angles to the center line of East 5th Street to a point in the north property line of East 5th Street. 2. THAT the above privileges and allotment of space are granted to the said Franks and Hobbs, Inc., hereinafter termed "Contractor", upon the following express terms and conditions: (1) That the Contractor shall erect and maintain continuously in good condition during the use of said space hereby allotted, a substantial walkway at least 4 feet wide in the clear on the inside and at least 8 feet high. The same to be covered solidly on the street side with boards to a height of 4 feet above pavement and on the building side to be covered solidly with boards to a height of 8 feet. The top of the walkway shall be covered solidly with boards at least 2 inches thick, which shall be supported at intervals sufficiently close to prevent sagging of the roofing boards. The roof of said walkway shall be covered with a roofing material which will prevent leaking of the roof and provide a dry walkway at all times. No wood strips or obstructions of any kind shall be permitted along the pavement within the walkway, and at any time in the opinion of the City Officials it becomes necessary for any reason to install a board floor within the walkway the Contractor shall upon notice from the Building Inspector immediately place such a wood floor and substantially support same to prevent sagging under load. (2) That the Contractor is permitted to construct in his working space a substantial gate which shall be kept closed at all times when not in use, and at all times that such gate is open, the Contractor shall maintain a person at this gate to warn pedestrians and vehicles of approaching trucks. This gate is not to open out so as to impede vehicular or pedestrian traffic. (3) That no vehicles in loading or unloading material at the working space shall park on any part of the street outside of the allotted working space. (4) That "No Parking" signs shall be placed on the street side of the barricades. (5) That the Contractor is permitted to construct a temporary work office within such allotted working space provided such work office is not within 25 feet of any corner street intersection. (6) That the Contractor shall in no way obstruct any fire plugs or other public utilities in the construction of such barricades. (7) That provisions shall be made for the normal flow of all storm waters in the gutter and the Contractor will be responsible for any damage done due to obstruction of any such storm water. (8) That the Contractor shall place on the outside corners of any walkway, barricades or obstructions, red lights during all periods of darkness and provide lighting systems for all tunnels. i i CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS. ت ) (9) That the Contractor shall remove all fences, barricades, loose materials and other obstructions on the sidewalk and street immediately after the necessity for their existence on said sidewalk or street has ceased, such time to be determined by the City Manager, and in any event all such sidewalk, barricades, materials, equipment and other obstructions shall be removed not later than September 1, 1960. (10) That the City reserves the right to revoke at any time any and all the privileges herein granted or to require the erection or installation of additional barriers or safeguards if the conditions demand it. (11) That the use and enjoyment of the spaces herein granted shall not be exclusive as against public needs, and the City, in making such grant reserves the right to enter and occupy any part or all of said space any time with its public utilities, or for other necessary public purposes. (12) That any public utility, or public or private property disturbed or injured as a result of any of the activities necessary for the completion of the construction work for said building projects, whether done by the Contractor, City Forces, or public utilities, shall be replaced or repaired at the Contractor's expense. (13) That the Contractor shall furnish the City of Austin a surety bond in the sum of Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000) which shall protect, indemnify and hold harmless the City of Austin from any claims or damages to any person or property that may accrue to or be brought by any person by reason of the exercise or abuse of the privileges granted the Contractor by the City of Austin and shall guarantee the replacement of all sidewalks, pavement and all other public property and public utilities disturbed or removed during the construction work and shall further guarantee the construction of a walkway and other safeguards during the occupancy of the space. The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ауев: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Pro-tem Palmer Noes: None Absent: Mayor Miller Councilman Perry offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, Dick Mason Construction Co. is the Contractor for the remodeling of a building located at 116 West 5th Street and desires a portion of the sidewalk and street space abutting the east 20 feet of Lot 11 and 12, Block 55, of the Original City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, during the remodeling of the building, such space to be used in the work and for the storage of materials therefor; therefore BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: 1. THAT space for the uses hereinabove enumerated be granted to said Dick Mason Construction Col, the boundary of which is described as follows: ت CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS. Sidewalk and Street Working Space Beginning at a point which is the southeast corner of the above described property; thence in a southerly direction and at right angles with the center line of West 5th Street to a point 12 feet south of the north curb line; thence in a westerly direction and parallel with the center line of West 5th Street 20 feet to a point; thence in a northerly direction and at right angles to the center line of West 5th Street to a point in the south property line of the above described property. 2. THAT the above privileges and allotment of space are granted to the said Dick Mason Construction Co., hereinafter termed "Contractor", upon the following express terms and conditions: (1) That the Contractor shall construct a guard rail within the boundary lines of the above described space, such guard rail to be at least 4 feet high and substantially braced and anchored. (2) That the Contractor is permitted to construct in his working space a substantial gate which shall be kept closed at all times when not in use, and at all times that such gate is open, the Contractor shall maintain a person at this gate to warn pedestrians and vehicles of approaching trucks. This gate is not to open out so as to impede vehicular or pedestrian traffic. (3) That no vehicles in loading or unloading material at the working space shall park on any part of the street outside of the allotted working space. (4) That "No Parking" signs shall be placed on the street side of the barricades. (5) That the Contractor is permitted to construct a temporary work office within such allotted working space provided such work office is not within 25 feet of any corner street intersection. (6) That the Contractor shall in no way obstruct any fire plugs or other public utilities in the construction of such barricades. (7) That provisions shall be made for the normal flow of all storm waters in the gutter and the Contractor will be responsible for any damage done due to obstruction of any such storm water. (8) That the Contractor shall place on the outside corners of any walkway, barricades or obstructions, red lights during all periods of darkness and provide lighting systems for all tunnels. (9) That the Contractor shall remove all fences, barricades, loose materials and other obstructions on the sidewalk and street immediately after the necessity for their existence on said sidewalk or street has ceased, such time to be determined by the City Manager, and in any event all such sidewalk, barricades, materials, equipment and other obstructions shall be removed not later than September 1, 1960. (10) That the City reserves the right to revoke at any time any and all =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS. the privileges herein granted or to require the erection or installation of additional barriers or safeguards if the conditions demand it. (11) That the use and enjoyment of the spaces herein granted shall not be exclusive as against public needs, and the City, in making such grant reserves the right to enter and occupy any part or all of said space any time with its public utilities, or for other necessary public purposes. (12) That any public utility, or public or private property disturbed or injured as a result of any of the activities necessary for the completion of the construction work for said building projects, whether done by the Contractor, City Forces, or public utilities, shall be replaced or repaired at the Contractors expense. (13) That the Contractor shall furnish the City of Austin a surety bond in the sum of Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000) which shall protect, indemnify and hold harmless the City of Austin from any claims or damages by any person or property that may accrue to or be brought by any person by reason of the exercise or abuse of the privileges granted the Contractor by the City of Austin and shall guarantee the replacement of all sidewalks, pavement and all other public property and public utilities disturbed or removed during the construction work and shall further guarantee the construction of a walkway and other safeguards during the occupancy of the space. The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ауев: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Pro-tem Palmer Noes: None Absent: Mayor Miller The Council postponed decision on the following zoning applications until next week: ROBERT MEISKE PHILLIP BAKER 4205 Bellvue Street 1010-12 (1008) East 11th Street SECURED INVESTMENTS, 3122 Manor Road INC. From "A" Residence To "0" Office NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission From "C" Commercial To "C-1" Commercial RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission From "0" Office To "C-2" Commercial RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission درد ) HORACE W. ELY and ANDREW H. VISCARDI 901-07 East 51st Street From "A" Residence To "C" Commercial NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission こ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS= The architect for the Fire Station on Ben White Boulevard, COLONEL JAMES C JONES, presented the plans for the fire station. After the Council studied the plans, Councilman Bechtol moved that the plans be approved subject to Mr. Eldridge's and Colonel Jones' taking alternates on various materials. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Pro-tem Palmer Ayes: Noes: None Absent: Mayor Miller The City Manager called attention to the Monthly Progress Report on Electric Utilities, which had been sent to the Council. The Council had before it the following letter from the East Austin Chamber of Commerce: درد "The City Council City of Austin City Hall Austin, Texas ) "July 14, 1960 "Sirs: "The Fast Austin Chamber of Commerce through its Health Committee is planning a clean-up campaign in East Austin. This is to be an extensive clean-up activity with all businesses in the area participating. Photographs of unsightly and unsanitary conditions in East Austin have been taken proving the need for a clean-up campaign. Following the clean-up activity photographs will be taken of the same places showing the improved conditions. This activity is scheduled for July through September 1960. It is the desire of the East Austin Chamber of Commerce to promote such a campaign as an annual project in an effort to keep Austin the cleanest city in Texas. "We would like to have the approval and endorsement of the City Council to conduct such a clean-up campaign. We shall appreciate hearing from you at your earliest convenience. "Very truly yours, (Sgd) B. E. Conner B. E. Conner, M. D., Chairman HEALTH COMMITTEE" Mayor Pro-tem Palmer asked that Dr. Conner be contacted and that some publicity be given, and a proclamation be made. The City Manager reported that complaints had been received concerning rough activities on the playgrounds, and submitted an ordinance for consideration. Mayor Pro-tem Palmer introduced the following ordinance: CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS. こ درد AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 21 OF THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1954 BY ADDING THERETO THREE NEW SECTIONS DESIGNATED SEC. 21.10-1, SEC. 21.10-2, AND SEC. 21.10-3 PERTAINING TO INTERFERING WITH, DISRUPTING, OR PREVENTING THE ORDERLY CONDUCT OF ANY SUPERVISED PLAY OR AMUSEMENT PROGRAM BEING CONDUCTED BY THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN IN OR ON ANY PUBLIC PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY OF AUSTIN; 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: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Pro-tem Palmer None Absent: Mayor Miller 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 Pro-tem Palmer None Absent: Mayor Miller 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: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Pro-tem Palmer Noes: None Absent: Mayor Miller The Mayor Pro-tem announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Councilman Perry moved that if stricter enforcement ordinances were needed or thought feasible that they be brought to the Council immediately. The motion, seconded by Councilman Bechtol, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Pro-tem Palmer Noes: None Absent: Mayor Miller The City Manager stated that the Deep X-ray Therapy Machine at the Hospital was defective and was a maintenance problem; and that plans had been made to buy a new one later with bond money. The old one has now gone out, and is being repaired if possible; if not, there is an emergency situation to acquire a new machine. He listed the very few manufacturers that made these machines, and stated quotations had been received from four, and pointed out the advantages of the quotations, specifications, and service, that the General Electric was the one being recommended by the radiologists at the Hospital. The quotation from General Electric was lower than the other company that could offer a machine こ =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS: with the desired capacities. The City Manager stated the Administrator had also recommended the machine, and it was also his recommendation, since there were only two companies that made this particular type of unit, and of those two General Electric made the lower quotation. The radiologist reimburse the City for this machine. General Electric has two men in the city to service the machine. Councilman Bechtol moved to approve the purchase of the General Electric machine subject to the approval of the Hospital Board. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Pro-tem Palmer Noes: None Absent: Mayor Miller The City Manager read the following resolution adopted by the Parks and Recreation Board: RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Board is constituted as an advisory board to the Austin City Council; and, WHEREAS, pursuant to that duty the Parks and Recreation Board has made an exhaustive study and made recommendations to the Austin City Council of certain regulations governing the development and use of the new lake now being created within the Austin city limits on the Colorado river; and, WHEREAS, among those recommendations was one that the Austin City Council by ordinance restrict the use of the aforesaid lake "1. There should be no power propelled craft on the lake except as necessary for safety and maintenance; "2. On special occasions boating shows and water skiing demonstrations may be permitted when officially approved and under sponsorship of civic groups;" and, WHEREAS, the aforesaid lake is nearing completion, and the Austin City Council has not yet placed any restriction upon the size or type of boats to be allowed upon said lake; NOW, THEREFORE, the Parks and Recreation Board, with all earnestness, urges the Austin City Council to take immediate action to place restrictions upon water craft use of the new lake in accordance with the above set-out recommendations. ADOPTED: July 15, 1960 APPROVED: July 20, 1960 AUSTIN PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD s/ Mrs. Alden Davis Nash Moreno Joe C. Carrington V. A. Kormeier Sam A. Parker, Jr. Mrs. Fagan Dickson Roy P. Ward Frank D. Quinn Rudy Cisneros D. K. Brace OUT OF TOWN: Mrs. C. E. Browning, Mrs. Frank Robinson, Mr. W. T. Caswell Mr. Gil Kuykendall" = CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS The recommendation was received and filed with the City Clerk. The City Manager read a letter that is being sent to property owners from whom the city had easements on the south side of the river from the low water dam to the Interregional Highway, regarding removing trees along the easement up to the 428.5 level. The City Attorney submitted the ordinance regarding the paving of Scenic Drive (from a point 287.6 feet west of Taylors Drive westerly 549.82 feet to the north property line of Herman Brown Addition No. 2, Section 1). Councilman Perry moved that the ordinance be amended on page 8 to set the hearing for October 6, 1960, instead of June 30, 1960. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: reading: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Pro-tem Palmer Noes: None Absent: Mayor Miller Mayor Pro-tem Palmer brought up the following ordinance for its second AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 590709-B, ORDINANCE NO. 590903-M, AND ORDINANCE NO. 590924-R, INSOFAR AS SAID ORDINANCES PERTAIN TO SCENIC DRIVE FROM A POINT 287.6 FEET WEST OF TAYLORS DRIVE WESTERLY 549.82 FEET TO THE NORTH PROPERTY LINE OF HERMAN BROWN ADDITION NO. 2, SECTION 1. The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Perry moved that the ordinance be passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Pro-tem Palmer Noes: None Absent: Mayor Miller Councilman Bechtol moved to amend the Caption of the Ordinance to include an emergency provision, and that the emergency provision be included on the last page. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Pro-tem Palmer None Absent: Mayor Miller Mayor Pro-tem Palmer then brought up the following ordinance for its third reading: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 590709-B, ORDINANCE NO. 590903-M, AND ORDINANCE NO. 590924-R, INSOFAR AS SAID ORDINANCES PERTAIN TO SCENIC DRIVE FROM A POINT 287.6 FEET WEST OF TAYLORS DRIVE WESTERLY 549.82 FEET TO THE NORTH PROPERTY LINE OF HERMAN BROWN ADDITION _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS NO. 2, SECTION 1; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Perry moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bechtol, Perry, White, Mayor Pro-tem Palmer Noes: None Absent: Mayor Miller The Mayor Pro-tem announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. The Assistant City Manager extended the Council an invitation to attendthe Rotary Club Dinner; to attend a meeting to be held Tuesday, July 26th at 8:00 P.M. at the City Health Department Auditorium by the League of Women Voters. The Assistant City Manager submitted a report on the concessions at Rosewood Park for a five weeks' period. Councilman Bechtol asked that the figures on the Concession at Barton be brought in also for comparison. The Council approved the Antique Auto Club's request for a Parade July 30, Saturday at 3:00 P.M., and Sunday, September 4th from 1 to 5 Ρ.Μ. starting from the Auditorium going to lake Austin, Mansfield Dam, back to Zilker Park. The request from Mr. William H. Lamar regarding a franchise for operating bench advertising was before the Council. No action was taken. The Council set August 4th in the afternoon as a date to discuss the Hospital report further. The Directorsof Public Worksamade a report on the paving of Seiders Avenue as pertained to property of Mr. A. B. Rowland, 1601 West 39 Street and Mr. Slining. Since Mr. Murchison and the Church had paid a certain amount on the paving, Mr. Rowland's amount would be $32.50 instead of $249.00; and Mr. Slining's cost would be $156.67 instead of approximately $490.00. No action was taken on the request of MR. BASCOM GILES to fill in property on the Colorado River. There being no further business, the Council adjourned at 1:00 P.M., subject to the call of the Mayor. ATTEST: City Clerk APPROVED Mayor Pro-tem