CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Regular Meeting February 21, 1963 10:00 Α.Μ. Council Chamber, City Hall The meeting was called to order with Mayor Palmer presiding. Roll call: Present: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Absent: None 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 CAPTAIN FRED MCCLURE, Salvation Army. MR. DAVID BARROW, spokesman for a large group of citizens, stated they wanted to come up and say "Thank you, we believe in you and think you are doing a good sound job for the City!" He read the following resolution: "RESOLUTION IN APPRECIATION OF SERVICES RENDERED TO THE PEOPLE OF AUSTIN BY THE HONORABLE LESTER PALMER, BEN WHITE, EDGAR PERRY, III, LOUIS SHANKS AND R. C. (вов) ARMSTRONG, AS MEMBERS OF THE AUSTIN CITY COUNCIL "WHEREAS, our generous Creator has endowed the Austin Area with an abundance of Nature's gifts to be preserved, developed and used for the benefit of the people of this City and community; and, "WHEREAS, this City and community has been very fortunate in both its early and recent history in the high type of leaders who have contributed to its establishment and continued sound development; and, "WHEREAS, the present members of the City Council, the Honorable Lester Palmer, Ben White, Edgar Perry, III, Louis Shanks and R. C. (Bob) Armstrong, have recognized their opportunity to keep alive the achivements of the past and have looked upon that opportunity as an obligation to work for the realization of the benefits of the future; and, "WHEREAS, the Honorable Lester Palmer, Ben White, Edgar Perry, III, Louis Shanks and R. C. (Bob) Armstrong for the past two years have served the City and CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 21, 1963 168 community without any compensation other than that which comes from the pleasure of a job well done, from the satisfaction of serving above and beyond the call of duty in protecting the welfare of the City, and from justifiable pride of seeing the City and community grow toward the maturity envisioned by its people; and, "WHEREAS, the Honorable Lester Palmer, Ben White, Edgar Perry, III, Louis Shanks and R. C. (Bob) Armstrong have been faced with an unusual number of difficult and perplexing problems during their term of office, in respect to which there has been active, outspoken and sometimes bitter partianship pro and con, but in every case these able men have arrived at solutions which were consistent with sound judgment and the highest principles of free enterprise and the traditions of democratic government; and, "WHEREAS, the rendition of such unselfish and outstanding service to the people of this City deserves recognition and commendation. "NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by These citizens of the City of Austin and friends of the City Council: "That the Honorable Lester Palmer, Ben White, Edgar Perry, III, Louis Shanks and R. C. (Bob) Armstrong, be commended for their outstanding service to the people of this City and community, and that they be recognized as having contributed their tireless energy, skill, love and integrity toward the protection and development of the welfare of our people; and, "BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the people of Austin are deeply indebted to these outstanding citizens for their courageous leadership, abiding faith andwise counsel in times of stress; and, "BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution be spread upon the minutes of the meeting of the City Council of Austin, Texas. "ADOPTED AND APPROVED: February 21, 1963, A.D. "s/ David B. Barrow DAVID B. BARROW CHAIRMAN, CITIZENS COMMITTEE" MAYOR PALMER on behalf of the Council thanked the group for this fine gesture of appreciation, and stated the Council had spent many hours of hard work and tried to keep in mind the things that would be in the best interests of the City of Austin, and stated in the entire history of the City, he knew of no incident as far as the City government was concerned that would cast any doubt on the integrity of the people who had served the City. He noted Austin as a young, vibrant and growing City; and stated the next two years could be the greatest growth for the city with the new Internal Revenue Center under construction, the Federal Building and Post Office, together with expansions on State and University of Texas level, and that Austin had a bright future. Former Councilman HUB BECHTOL said this group wanted to express the appreciation of the citi- zens to the Council for its service the past two years. MR. JOHN SIMPSON, stated the group's only purpose in being here was to say "Thanks for a job well done." MR. HOWARD COX said he did not know of any time when the City had been in better CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 21, 1963 169 hands than in the last two years, and pointed out the high rated Aa bond credit that the City had enjoyed, the wonderful relationship with Bergstrom Field, and the many other facilities in Austin. MR. JOE WELLS, President of the Chamber of Commerce, speaking for a large number, thanked the Council for its tremendous contribution made in the efforts of the Chamber of Commerce in the field of securing new industries and businesses. Each member of the Council expressed gratitude for the group's statements of cooperation and friendship. MR. TRUEMAN O'QUINN, Representing SAMUELS & COMPANY of Dallas, in the interest of trying to make a proposition with the Council, gave a brief resume of the purpose of the abattoir and discussed a vote of the people to get out of the slaughtering business. He pointed out the advantages Austin offered Samuels and Company in their expansion program. He introduced MR. SAM ROSENTHAL of Dallas, and MR. EARL MAYFIELD, who had met with the Mayor and City Manager to discuss possibilities of buying or leasing the operations of the Abattoir. Mr. O'Quinn said if the proposition they were going to offer was not one that the Council felt it could accept, the Company would offer a second proposition in competitive bidding with any and all persons interested in taking over the Abattoir operations. He read the proposal which was an offer to lease the Abattoir at $1,500 per month for ten years, and he filed the proposal together with a check for rental for the first twelve months' period. The proposal read is as follows: "To the City Council City of Austin Municipal Building Austin, Texas "Gentlemen: "February 21, 1963 "Re: Lease or sale of the Austin Municipal Abattoir "In keeping with the City Council's response to our request for an opportunity to be heard and present a proposition for the lease or purchase of the Austin Municipal Abattoir, Samuels & Company, Inc. of Dallas hereby submit the following: I. "The Company offers to lease the City Abattoir at a monthly rental of Fifteen Hundred ($1,500.00) Dollars for a period of ten (10) years and tenders with this offer payment of Eighteen Thousand ($18,000.00) Dollars being the rental for the first 12-months' period. The Company proposes that it be given an option to renew the rental contract for an additional period of ten (10) years at the same rent. It is understood that the term "City Abattoir" includes all of the lands, stock pens, and other improvements presently and necessarily used in connection with the operation of the abattoir and slaughtering facilities. "Under the lease contract, the Company would have the option at any time during the primary or secondary rental period to purchase the premises and plant for the sum of Two Hundred Fifty Thousand ($250,000.00) Dollars, or for a value =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS- February 21, 1963 170 to be determined by an appraisal board composed of three members, one appointed by the City Council, one by the Company, and the third by the first two appraisers so selected. "The Company proposes to maintain and continue the same slaughtering facilities now available to local meat slaughterers and processors. "The Company will pay all utility charges (water, power, telephone, gas) and will pay ad valorem taxes on such equipment and other property belonging to the Company and used in connection with the abattoir. II. "If the offer made in the Paragraph I above is not acceptable to the City Council, the Company requests that it be given the opportunity to make other and additional offers in open competition with other persons and firms interested in leasing or purchasing the City Abattoir and that the time and date for such competition be fixed by the City Council and that notice be given to all prospective bidders and to the public. "Respectfully submitted, Samuels & Company, Inc. By: s/ Samuel M. Rosenthal President" Mr. O'Quinn said the Company felt this proposal would be beneficial to the City and relieve the City of the responsibility and the deficit that the plant brings to the City every year. He stated this Company would not only improve the present operations, but its program here would be in the nature of a new industry with an increased stable payroll. MAYOR PALMER, after reviewing the history of the Abattoir, stated the Council had worked hard with the Chamber of Commerce and Industrial Development Committee to attract industry to Austin, and one point of the program was industry would go where it was invited, and it would stay where it was treated the best. One phase of the program is to try to protect industries in Austin and work and cooperate with them. He said there was a local group showing an interest in the Abattoir; and if all the installations were taken together, theirs would be a sizable industry in itself. MR. FRANK BROOKS, Brooks Meat Company, representing the AUSTIN COMMUNITY LIVESTOCK PROCESSORS, INC., read a statement as follows: "AUSTIN COMMUNITY LIVESTOCK PROCESSORS, INC. Austin, Texas "I am Frank Brooks, owner of Brooks Meat Company of Austin. "Today I am appearing before the Austin City Council as a spokesman for Austin Community Livestock Processors, Inc., an open-end corporation organized to submit to the council a lease arrangement for operation of the municipal abattoir for a perid of up to 10 years. "To begin with, the firms associated in Austin Community Livestock Processors, Inc., currently exist in Austin, are now doing business in the CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS- February 21, 1963 121 city, and, in many instances, have been long-time taxpayers on substantial investment in this community. "The gross investment of the meat handling-distribution firms in Austin is fairly difficult to ascertain, but, more than likely, it will aggregate three quarters of a million dollars to maybe $1 million. The employment of these firms currently is around 200 persons, though on a seasonal basis, this number would be even larger. "The large part of this investment and of a business custom arrangement has been accumulated and put into practice during the period when the municipal government operated an abattoir as a convenience and service to those wanting to slaughter livestock in healthful, inspected facilities. "The fact is that slaughter services are as necessary to our business as can be. To eliminate this service, or the other means of carrying it on, is a little bid like asking a farmer to give up his land...but go ahead and grow his crops, anyway. "This is the primary reason for establishment of Austin Community Livestock Processors, Inc., which is an untypical corporation. "To begin with, subject to Texas law, ownership shares in the corporation are available to any Austin resident having need for abattoir facilities. There is no real property right existing in the corporation, and there will be no windfall profit accrue to any one person. "We have done this for the calculated reason that we felt the view of the City Council is that no person shall get a windfall from dealing with the city; that the council felt there is no reason for one person to benefit; but that if the entire Austin meat industry could come to some cooperative arrangement in which all could share and share alike, then the council would be inclined to consider a proposal. "We in the meat business are aware that the city has sustained a continuing deficit from operation of the abattoir, and that this deficit has become onerous. Therefore, we settled on a plan that would erase the deficit for the city and would, at the same time, give us some economic running room to revamp our own investment plans in the light of the fact that, eventually, the abattoir facilities would not be available. "Another point of concern to most of us is the fact that we are collectively doubtful that under control of any one person that there would be possible equal and non-discriminatory services available for custom killing. That is a second reason why we decided that Austin Community Livestock Processors, Inc., would be broadly held, with control impossible in the hands of one or even two persons. For very practical reasons, we would feel "economically uncomfortable" if control did lie with one firm. "We have not sought to ask the city to permit us an option to purchase the abattoir, for, very frankly, we are aware that its cost would be about $400,000, perhaps more. We have not asked the city to offer us a windfall, a bird nest on the ground, of $200,000 or $300,000, by selling us this property at under-appraised price levels. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 21, 1963 "We are aware that under normal circumstances, a lease probably would approximate $4,000 a month. So, we feel that any price less than that amounts to bid-shaving. We do feel that we are entitled to some consideration on the basis of our present tax-paying ability to the city government, and for the taxes paid over the last several years. "Actually, a proposal to lease a property, with application of the lease paid to the principal, is simply a means of financing without interest charges. And, in an offer of, say, $150,000, it would mean financing without interest charges and a 50 to 60 per cent discount on the principal. "In conclusion, I would like to say that Austin Community Livestock Processors, Inc., is willing to guarantee the city a monthly lease of $1,000 and for providing a sliding-scale lease arrangement so that if volume increases substantially, the lease payment will be proportionately greater. We are hopeful, of course, that this business volume will increase, and it may be that the city would realize $1,500, or ever more, each month. "Our offer is made in good faith. It is made under circumstances of substantial business importance to each of us. We think it is much more desirable that the city permit us some running room to reshape our investment and business programs, a sort of grace period." MR. ROSENTHAL stated his company wanted to purchase or lease the Abattoir facility to give the same kind of service the people had been enjoying; that his company would not be entering into competition with the local market. He said he would welcome the slaughterers from this group, as it would be a supplement to the operation, and his company was not putting anyone out of business or working a hardship on anyone. Councilman Shanks asked since Samuels and Company had shown an interest in coming into Austin, if that company would be interested in making a deal with the local group rather than one with the Council. Mr. Rosenthal said he intended to build a processing plant; and if the local group were prepared to build a plant for him, he would be happy to negotiate with them. He said he would like to have a commitment from the group, and the idea might be feasible and workable. MR. GEORGE SLAUGHTER suggested that Mr. Rosenthal might be interested in buying an interest. Councilman Shanks inquired about the number of personnel. Mr. Rosenthal stated he anticipated a supplemental kill that is not being done at this time--a sheep kill. He said after a four months' period, the personnel that is already at the plant would be increased by another 75 people. When the processing plant gets into operation, there would be a force of another 100 people. He said his processing plant would be constructed within a year or year and a half. Councilman Shanks asked if there would be any assurance, bond, or something that the processing plant would be started within a certain length of time, and Mr. Rosenthal said they would give that. The Mayor stated the Council would not unduly delay its decision, and it would study these proposals and give an answer. The City Manager stated in connection with leasing or disposing of the Abattoir, there had been some concern about the employees of the plant; he said the number of employees resigning, retiring or otherwise through the City was such that there was a greater number of resignations and retirements than the total number of employees at the plant. Some of the employees had been there 25 years and would not want to leave the City. He wanted those employees to know that if they do not choose to go with the plant, they will have a place with the City if they prefer. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 21, 1963 13 MR. TOM BLACK, representing RHOADES TRUCK LINES, expressed interest in a suggestion made a week or so ago by Councilman White on the possibility of opening for public bidding the maintenance and erection of utility poles, and in that the Rhoades Truck Line would like to bid on the hauling and storing of the poles after they were obtained from the KOPPERS COMPANY. It was pointed out to Mr. Black that the Koppers Company puts the poles in the storage yard on a consigned basis, and it was suggested that Mr. Rhoades should contact the Koppers Company. MR. BLACK said Rhoades Truck Lines wanted to buy them from the Koppers Company or pick them up, haul them and store them for whomever the City gives the contract to set the poles. It was suggested that Mr. Black contact the suppliers for these poles and negotiate with them. MR. DELASHWAH appeared before the Council regarding the Council's instructions that he be compensated for the loss of his rock when Rosewood Avenue was paved; but as of today, nothing had been done. The Mayor stated he was to have discussed this with the Director of Public Works to find out what the facts were. It developed at the time Rosewood Avenue was to be paved; Mr. DeLashwah had inquired what was to be done with his rock wall and dirt, but he had been unable to get any information from the contractor. Although he had waited to contact him, he returned to his home later to find the rock and dirt had been removed. It was brought out the rock wall and dirt was on the right-of-way along the curb line. The Mayor said the paving contractor would be the one Mr. DeLashwah should talk with about this, but the paving contractor was no longer in business. Mr. DeLashwah was under the impression the city was going to compansate him for the loss of his rock by furnishing some cement blocks from some house that was being torn down. He stated the wall that was removed was 200' long and was from 2' to 4' high, and he needed the rock to do further improvement on his property which is between Navasota and San Bernard. The City Manager stated there was some building stone that was going to be removed from a location on which the City is making a parking lot, and this stone would be available. The Director of Public Works said he would have someone meet with Mr. De Lashwah to see if this stone would be usable, and Mr. DeLashwah agreed to get with Mr. Rountree on this matter. Councilman Perry moved that the Minutes of the Meeting of February 14, 1963, be approved. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Councilman Shanks introduced the following ordinance and moved that it be published in accordance with Article 1, Section 6 of the Charter of the City of Austin: AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE EXTENSION OF CERTAIN BOUNDARY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN AND THE ΑΝΝΕΧΑTION OF CERTAIN ADDITIONAL TERRITORY CONSISTING OF 11.93 ACRES OF LAND OUT OF THE WILLIAM CANNON LEAGUE, IN TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; WHICH SAID ADDITIONAL TERRITORY LIES ADJACENT TO AND ADJOINS THE PRESENT BOUNDARY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, IN PARTICULARS STATED IN THE ORDINANCE. =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 21, 1963 104 The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Shanks moved that the ordinance be passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The City Manager submitted the following: "February 18, 1963 "Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Mr. Williams: "Sealed bids were received until 11:00 A.M., Friday, February 15, 1963 at the Office of the Director of the Water and Sewer Department for LITTLE WALNUT CREEK (West Branch) SANITARY SEWER MAIN, SECTION I. The bids were publicly opened and read in the Second Floor Conference Room in the Municipal Building. "The following is a tabulation of bids received: "FIRM J. R. Barnes Engineering Company Bland Construction Company Karl Wagner, Incorporated Walter W. Schmidt Austin Engineering Company City Estimate AMOUNT WORKING DAYS $61,470.70 100 61,925.65 90 64,239.85 150 74,581.52 75 75,381.55 100 68,900.00 Not Given "It is recommended that the contract be awarded to J. R. Barnes Engineering Company on their low bid of $61,470.70 with 100 working days. "Yours truly, s/ Victor R. Schmidt, Jr., Superintendent Sanitary Sewer Division s/ Albert R. Davis, Director Water and Sewer Department" Councilman Shanks offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on February 15, 1963, for construction of Little Walnut Creek (West Branch) Sanitary Sewer Main, Section 1; and, CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 21, 1963 175 WHEREAS, the bid of J. R. Barnes Engineering Company, in the sum of $61,470.70, was the lowest bid therefor, and the acceptance of such bid has been recommended by the Director of 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 J. R. Barnes Engineering Company, in the sum of $61,470.70, be and the same is hereby accepted, and that W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager of the City of Austin, be and he is hereby authorized to execute a contract, on behalf of the City, with J. R. Barnes Engineering Company. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The City Manager submitted the following: "February 19, 1963 "TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council SUBJECT: Bid No. 0273-92654 - 8-10 Ton Roller for Street and Bridge Division "Subject bids were opened in the office of the Purchasing Agent at 2:00 P.M. February 15, 1963. "Bids are for an 8-10 ton roller per City specifications. This roller is needed to replace a 1955 8 to 10 ton roller in need of approximately $3,000.00 repairs. "The Street and Bridge is trading in this roller - City Equipment No. E-184. Due to high maintenance cost on this roller, a new roller is considered more economical. City's estimated cost including trade-in was $7,000.00 "Bids were sent to all firms in this area who handle road machinery. Only one bid received, the others stating that they did not handle the heavy rollers or were unable to compete with Acme who manufacture these rollers in San Antonio. "Bid is as follows: Bidder Price Net Trade-In Cost to City Acme Iron Works $9,800.00 $2,875.00 (Ingram Roller) $6,825.00 2% $6,686.50 Net "RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that order be awarded bidder, Acme Iron Works of San Antonio for the Ingram Roller. "W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager" CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 21, 1963 196 Councilman Shanks offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on February 15, 1963, for the furnishing of an 8-10 ton roller; and, WHEREAS, the bid of Acme Iron Works, in the sum of $6,686.50, and tradein, was the lowest bid therefor, and the acceptance of such bid has been recom- mended by the Purchasing Agent of the City of Austin, and by the City Manager; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the bid of Acme Iron Works, in the sum of $6,686.50, and trade-in, be and the same is hereby accepted, and that W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager of the City of Austin, be and he is hereby authorized to execute a contract, on behalf of the City, with Acme Iron Works. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, after an engineering and traffic investigation, the City Council has found that the circumstances are such that the maximum reasonable and safe speed for the operation of vehicles at the following location is less than thirty miles per hour on school days during the hours 7:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. when pedestrians are present; and, WHEREAS, after said investigation the City Council has found that the maximum reasonable and safe speed for the operation of vehicles is twenty (20) miles per hour on such days and during such hours at the following location: ON STREET FROM TO Canadian Street E. 1st Street E. 6th Street Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the City Clerk be authorized and instructed to record this finding in Section 33.39 of the Traffic Register. The motion, seconded by Countilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 21, 1963 199 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 Norman Arlett, Sr. as described in the Travis County Deed Records and located on Lake Austin second house downstream from Club House of Austin Lake Estates, and hereby authorizes the said Norman Arlitt, Sr. 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 Norman Arlitt, Sr. has failed and refused, and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas Dear Sir: "Austin, Texas February 21, 1963 "I, the undersigned, have reviewed the plans and have considered the application of Norman Arlitt, Sr., owner of property abutting on that part of Lake Austin lying upstream from the westerly extension of the south line of Windsor Road, located on Lake Austin second house downstream from Club House of 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 thirty- eight (38) feet beyond the normal high water level. The construction details meeting all requirements, I recommend that if Norman Arlitt, Sr. is granted his request by the City Council, that it be subject to the following conditions: "(1) That nothing but creosoted piles, cedar piles or concrete piles, substantially braced and bolted to withstand wind and water pressure, be used in the construction and that no structure shall extend more than one-third the distance from shore to shore at the point where structure is located, or be nearer than ten feet to any side property line of the owner or applicant. "(2) That no business, such as a restaurant, dance hall, concession stand, or any other enterprise for the sale of goods, wares and merchandise, except marine supplies and tackle, and no living quarters of any character, shall be erected on any pier, dock, wharf, float, island, piling or other structure extending into or above Lake Austin. =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 21, 1963 178 "(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, s/ Dick T. Jordan Building Official" The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None 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 Marion Fowler, the same being Greenshores Addition on Lake Austin, and hereby authorizes the said Marion Fowler 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 Marion Fowler has failed and refused, and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "Austin, Texas February 21, 1963 "Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Sir: "I, the undersigned, have reviewed the plans and have considered the application of Marion Fowler, 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 Greenshores Addition on Lake Austin, for permission to construct and maintain a boat dock projecting out into the lake approximately twenty-five (25) feet beyond the normal high water level. The construction details meeting all requirements, I recommend that if Marion Fowler is granted his request by the City Council, that it be subject to the following conditions: =CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS February 21, 1963 199 "(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, s/ Dick T. Jordan Building Official" The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None 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 L. C. Scheh as described in the Travis County Deed Records and locally known as 1602 Rock Cliff Road, and hereby authorizes the said L. C. Scheh to construct, maintain and operate this boat dock sub- ject 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 L. C. Scheh has failed and refused, and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "Austin, Texas February 21, 1963 "Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 21, 1963 180 "Dear Sir: "I, the undersigned, have reviewed the plans and have considered the application of L. C. Scheh, owner of property abutting on that part of Lake Austin lying upstream from the westerly extension of the south line of Windsor Road, and locally known as 1602 Rock Cliff Road, for permission to construct and maintain a boat dock projecting out into the lake approximately (26.5) feet beyond the normal high water level. The construction details meeting all requirements, I recommend that if L. C. Scheh 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, s/ Dick T. Jordan Building Official" The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None 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 George E. Clark, Jr., M.D. as described in the Travis County Deed Records and being Lots 2, 3, 4, and 5 of the D. J. Gilbert League, Abstract No. 313, and hereby authorizes the said George E. Clark, Jr. to construct, maintain and operate this boat dock subject to same being constructed in compliance with all the ordinances relating thereto and further sub- ject 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, reason- able 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 OF AUSTIN, TEXAS- February 21, 1963 181 City Council that the said George E. Clark has failed and refused, and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations, and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "Austin, Texas February 21, 1963 "Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Sir: "I, the undersigned, have reviewed the plans and have considered the application of George E. Clark, Jr., M.D. 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 Lots 2, 3, 4, and 5 of the D. J. Gilbert League, Abstract No. 313, as recorded in the County Courthouse Book No. 1368, Pages 203-206, for permission to construct and maintain a boat dock projecting out into the lake approximately twenty-three (23) feet beyond the normal high water level. The construction details meeting all requirements, I recommend that if George E. Clark, Jr., M.D. 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, s/ Dick T. Jordan Building Official" The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) - CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS- February 21, 1963 162 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 L. R. Parker as described in the Travis County Deed Records and known as Lot 3, Manana Shores of the James Spillman Survey, Pearce Tract, and hereby authorizes the said L. R. Parker 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 L. R. Parker has failed and refused, and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "Austin, Texas February 21, 1963 "Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Sir: "I, the undersigned, have reviewed the plans and have considered the application of L. R. Parker, 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 3, Manana Shores of the James Spillman Survey, Pearce Tract, as recorded in the Travis County Deed Records, for permission to construct and maintain a boat dock projecting out into the lake approximately twenty-six (26) feet beyond the normal high water level. The construction details meeting all requirements, I recommend that if L. R. Parker is granted his request by the City Council, that it be subject to the following conditions: "(1) That nothing but creosoted piles, cedar piles or concrete piles, substantially braced and bolted to withstand wind and water pressure, be used in the construction and that no structure shall extend more than one-third the distance from shore to shore at the point where structure is located, or be nearer than ten feet to any side property line of the owner or applicant. "(2) That no business, such as a restaurant, dance hall, concession stand, or any other enterprise for the sale of goods, wares and merchandise, except marine supplies and tackle, and no living quarters of any character, shall be erected on any pier, dock, wharf, float, island, piling or other structure extending into or above Lake Austin. CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS February 21, 1963 183 "(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, s/ Dick T. Jordan Building Official" The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None 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 for William F. Howard, 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 a part of the James Survey in Travis County, Texas, designated as Tract "G" on an unrecorded plat of Phillips Ranch property, revised May 23, 1962, by James T. Watson, Licensed Surveyor, and hereby authorizes the said William F. Howard 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 William F. Howard has failed and refused, and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "Austin, Texas February 21, 1963 "Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Sir: "I, the undersigned, have reviewed the plans and have considered the application of William F. Howard, owner of property abutting on that part of Lake Austin _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 21, 1963 184 lying upstream from the westerly extension of the south line of Windsor Road, the same being a part of the James Survey in Travis County, Texas, designated as Tract "G" on an unrecorded plat of Phillips Ranch property, revised May 23, 1962, by James T. Watson, Licensed Surveyor, and more particularly described as follows, to-wit; Beginning at the Northwest corner of the Warren L. Driggs tract as is described in Vol. 2397, Page 160, of Travis County Deed Records; Thence along the East line of Robbin Road, N. 27 deg. 31' E. 147' for corner at the Southwest corner of the Phillip Moss tract; Thence South 66 deg. 31' E. 6.1 feet for corner; Thence South 30 deg. 57' West 10 feet for corner; Thence South 64 deg. 47' East 164.4 feet for corner; Thence along the edge of Lake Austin South 30 deg. 57' West 144.5 feet for corner; Thence along the North line of said Driggs Tract; North 62 deg. 25' W. 161.1 feet to Place of Beginning, and being the same property described in deed dated May 25, 1962, from Marion Fowler, et ux to Caroline Clarke Howard, of record in Vol. 2464, Page 427, of Travis County Deed Records, for permission to construct and maintain a boat dock projecting out into the lake approximately twenty-six (26) feet beyond the normal high water level. The construction details meeting all requirements, I recommend that if William F. Howard 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, s/ Dick T. Jordan Building Official" The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None 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 Joe Daywood, the same being 1.02 acres of CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 21, 1963 185 land out of Tract No. 61 and the west 70 feet of Tract No. 21, J. F. Clarks Subdivision of the E. Brush, B.B. Milum, Thomas Bird and Tyler Tap Railway Company No. 39 surveys in Travis County, Texas, called Bruton Springs Subdivision, map or plat of which is on record in Plat Book 2, Page 238. Metes and bounds description of said property are contained in a deed from Henry L. Seekatz and re- corded on 5 April 1962 in Book 2440, Pages 328 to 330 at Travis County Courthouse, and hereby authorizes the said Joe Daywood 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 Joe Daywood has failed and refused, and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "Austin, Texas February 21, 1963 "Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Sir: "I, the undersigned, have reviewed the plans and have considered the application of Joe Daywood, 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 1.02 acres of land out of Tract No. 61 and the west 70 feet of Tract No. 21, J. F. Clarks subdivision of the E. Brush, B.B. Milum, Thomas Bird and Tyler Tap Railway Company No. 39 surveys in Travis County, Texas, called Bruton Springs Subdivision, map or plat of which is on record in Plat Book 2, Page 238. Metes and bounds description of said property are contained in a deed from Henry L. Seekatz and recorded on 5 April 1962 in Book 2440, Pages 328 to 330 at Travis County Courthouse, for permission to construct and maintain a boat dock projecting out into the lake approximately thirty (30) feet beyond the normal high water level. The Construction details meeting all requirements, I recommend that if Joe Daywood 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 con- struction 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 restaurant, dance hall, concession stand, or any other enterprise for the sale of goods, wares and merchandise, except marine supplies and tackle, and no living quarters of any character, shall be erected on any pier, dock, wharf, float, island, piling or other structure extending into or above Lake Austin. _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 21, 1963 lit "(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, s/ Dick T. Jordan Building Official" The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None 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 Lee J. Harrison, the same being Lot No. 20 and south 40 feet, Lot No. 21 of Lakeshore Addition, as recorded in the Travis County Deed Records, and hereby authorizes the said Lee J. Harrison 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 fore- going 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 Lee J. Harrison has failed and refused, and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "Austin, Teхав February 21, 1963 "Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Sir: "I, the undersigned, have reviewed the plans and have considered the application of Lee J. Harrison, 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 No. 20 and south 40 feet, Lot No. 21 of Lakeshore Addition, as recorded in the Travis County Deed Records, for permission to construct and maintin a boat dock projecting out into the lake approximately twenty-four (24) feet beyond the CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 21, 1963 137 normal high water level. The construction details meeting all requirements, I recommend that if Lee J. Harrison 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, s/ Dick T. Jordan Building Official" The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Councilman Perry moved that the Council approve shoreline improvements for the following: (a) Marion Fowler - Retaining wall and concrete boat ramp. (b) Dr. Lang F. Holland - Retaining wall. (c) Gene Nauman - Boat slip. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Director of Public Works pointed out on an aerial map the shoreline improvements MR. WALTER CARRINGTON wanted to do, in extending a wall down to his cove. He and Mr. Carrington's attorney, MR. DICK BAKER, had worked out an agreeable proposal. The Director of Public Works stated it was his and Councilman White's recommendation that the elevation for the base of the wall be held at 490.8 and it would extend from the existing wall in place by the boat house down stream to the point (the cove), and from there on up in the cove, the wall would CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 21, 1963 188 be at a higher elevation than what is in the lake. He also pointed out an island which Mr. Carrington wanted removed, which would increase the reservoir capacity. Councilman White moved that the request of Mr. Carrington be approved as recommended. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None MRS. JANET GILES distributed letters of appreciation from her students for the new library in the northeast section of the City, and she thanked the Council for making this library branch possible, as it is an asset to the whole neighborhood. The Mayor thanked Mrs. Giles for taking such an interest in this and making it her project. The City Manager announced the TEXAS ARSON CONFERENCE would be meeting in Austin, March 13th, and there will be a fire-fighting display on the land south of the river bank, west of South 1st Street and north of the Auditorium. The Fire Marshal asked permission to have this display. Councilman Shanks moved that the request for the display of the fire-fighting equipment on the river bank as described, be approved. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Council greeted and welcomed MRS. SYLVIA CHILVER, Counselor from Oxford, England. MRS. CHILVER stated she was fascinated by this meeting, as it was conducted so differently. In Oxford there are 68 counselors, who sit in a formal chamber, and they do not have any contact with the citizens at all. The citizens apply to be received, then they come forward. She stated the requests were handled in committees. Oxford is divided into six wards, and each has six counselors, plus representatives from the University and others. Councilman Shanks moved that the City Manager be authorized to purchase the East 1.78 acres of Lot 4, Block 2, Freewater Addition. The motion, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Council recessed to attend the Junior Chamber of Commerce Service Awards Dinner. The Council by rising vote, recognized MR. W. LEE PHILLIPS, the one to whom the Junior Chamber of Commerce had selected to receive the 1962 Jaycee Distinguished Service Award, as one who had been outstanding in his contributions to his community in civic enterprises, welfare organizations and in leadership ability and personal and business progress; and endorsed Mayor Palmer's proclaiming FEBRUARY 21, 1963, as W. LEE PHILLIPS DAY. Councilman White absent. The Council recessed until 2:00 P.M. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 21, 1963 187 RECESSED MEETING 2:00 Ρ.Μ. At 2:00 P. M. the Council resumed its business in the Council Room. The Mayor announced a meeting for the Council at 12:15 Monday at the Crystal Ball Room. morning. The City Manager announced a Legislative Breakfast at 8:00 A.M. Monday The City Manager read a letter from the Chamber of Commerce regarding ground breaking ceremonies for the latest expansion being carried out by ARMSTRONG-JOHNSON, at 2:00, February 25th, for their new truck center 500 yards west of the Interregional Highway on Ben White Boulevard. The letter was signed by Ed St. John, Chairman, Industrial Reception Committee. The City Manager stated he had another letter from Armstrong-Johnson extending an invitation to attend this same ceremony. The City Manager said the Director of Public Works had just submitted a six-year summary of the paving program of the City. On the old existing streets, $5,179,216 had been spent for paving 130.84 miles. In addition, new subdivision streets added to the City $2,508,177 of construction costs for 65.05 miles, totaling 195.89 miles of paving that had been laid in subdivisions and existing streets in the last six years. He stated the City had been able to get its streets paved very reasonably at a cost of $39,584 per mile on existing streets, which figure includes 5% on the costs going to drainage. In subdivisions where no drainage costs are included, the cost was $38,558 per mile. The Director of Public Works stated from September 1958 to September 1962, the City was paving 26 miles a year on old streets, and mubdividers were adding 14 miles, making about 40 miles of paving per year. He said as of January this year, 64% of the streets and alleys in the city are paved; and there are 715 miles of streets and alleys. In the six year period, 195 miles had been paved. The City Manager explained the operating arrangement at Caswell Tennis Center in that instead of having an employee on the payroll, there was an operator who was given the concession privileges and paid one-half salary. He was responsible for building up his own business. He listed the amount he received as salary, plus the concession and tennis lessons, sale of tennis equipment, etc. He is leaving, and the Director of Recreation is trying to locate another tennis pro to take over. The City Manager asked if this same procedure of operation would be agreeable they would continue under that arrangement. It was suggested the new employee be given a $3,000 salary. The Mayor said this was a budgeted item, and suggested that the City Manager proceed, as the tennis season was approaching. Councilman Shanks moved that MR. TOM BRADFIELD be appointed to the Board of Adjustment, for a term to expire December 31, 1964. The motion, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Absent: Councilman White CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 21, 1963 170 The City Manager stated Capital Cable Company requested a rental arrangement for the location of electronic gear for micro-wave to supply feeder cables and listed five locations where they want to make some kind of arrangements for an area 8'x12' at each place. The locations are at South 1st Street and Center Street, 38th and Grooms, West Koenig Lane and Sunshine Drive, Winsted Lane and Bowman Avenue, and 7th and Chicon. The City Manager stated all of these locations were substations, except the one at South 1st Street and Center Street. The Mayor asked that between now and next Thursday this all be checked to see if there is any conflict in use, or whether there is any need for any type of special permit or zoning change, or if there would be any objection for locating these at electrical substations. Mayor Palmer introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 10-C OF CHAPTER 39 OF THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1954 CONCERNING OFF-STREET PARKING - ALL ZONES; SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Shanks moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Absent: Councilman White The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Shanks moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Absent: Councilman White The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Shanks moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Absent: Councilman White The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. The City Manager had copies of an application of the City of Austin and the C.A.A. to the Civil Aeronautics Board requesting they review the part of their decision which would result in Continental Airlines' discontinuing business in Austin. The application points out that the City feels it is entitled to the competition of two airlines that most other cities are afforded, and it would be without any competition on the east-west flights unless Continental could stay. The City Manager stated he and the Director of Aviation recommended the filing CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 21, 1963 141 of this application. Councilman Armstrong moved that the City Manager be authorized to file this application with the Civil Aeronautics Board. The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Absent: Councilman White Councilman White entered the Council Meeting. The City Manager brought up for discussion specifications for Group A automobiles. Discussed was the size of wheel base, weight, and horsepower. Detailed discussion was held. The Mayor asked if some plan could be worked out that would be fair to all the dealers, where competition could be continued, and suggested the wheel base plus cubic inch displacement specifications be used. The Mayor asked Councilman Armstrong if he could meet with the Assistant City Manager and work something out on these specifications. Councilman Armstrong stated he would. MAYOR PALMER stated there was a resignation from the Solicitation Board and one from the Heating and Air Conditioning Board of Appeals, and asked that the Council be thinking of replacements by next Thursday. The City Manager reported a question about the use of Doris Miller Auditorium by certain groups, stating the charges varied depending on types of use. He said the question was raised whether or not some of the organizations using the $35.00 charge were eligible for that rate. The Director of Recreation is checking that out to see what sort of organizations they are and whether or not they should be charged that rate. The City Manager stated there would be some recommended changes in those rates, but they would be submitted later. Councilman Armstrong asked what was to be done about the question of the firewall. The Building Inspector stated that location was in the fire zone, and the Insurance Commission was constantly checking structures all over the city that are in the fire zones. The City Manager explained the key rate. The Council discussed the problem of this citizen's starting his building without a per- mit. The Mayor asked the Building Inspector to tell this gentleman he had discussed this with the Council, and it felt he should comply with the ordinance; and if the gentleman would like to come before the Council, it would be happy for him to do so. The Council received notice from the City Manager that the following zoning applications had been referred to the Planning Commission and were set for public hearing before the Council on March 28, 1963: MARY BELLE C. HILL 1509-1623 State Hwy.71 8833-8843 (8823) North By G. H. Lockhart Lamar Boulevard ROY R. ΚΑΥ From "A" Residence To "C" Commercial From Interim "A" Resi- dence To "C" Commercial = CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 21, 1963 182 DON A. HART By L. H. Klaeveman FRED C. BARKLEY 600-602 Williams Street 613-617 Canion Street 917-921 Don Ann Street 4901-4903 Bolm Road DELWOOD NURSING HOME, 910 Ellingson Lane INC. MRS.LUCILLE BAKER, By Carlton Brush EDGAR E. JACKSON, Et Al VERNON O. TEOFAN By Samuel Teofan R. A. OBENHAUS By Sidney Purser R. A. OBENHAUS and LAURA ANSCHUTZ By Sidney Purser 400-408, 403-409 E.8th St. 801-805 Trinity Street 710-714, 800-804 Neches St. 900-904 Romeria Drive 831-833 East 53 Street 814-820 East 53rd Street R. W. KIRSCHNER, et al By W. Bryant Stevens 2000-2008 01dham Street 706-710 East 20th Street 707-711 East 20½ Street From "A" Residence To "C" Commercial From "A" Residence To "D" Industrial From "A" Residence To "B" Residence From "B" Residence 3rd Height & Area To "C" Commercial 3rd Height & Area From "A" Residence To "B" Residence From "A" Residence To "C" Commercial From "A" Residence To "BB" Residence From "BB" Residence 2nd Height and Area To "B" Residence 2nd Height and Area There being no further business, Councilman Armstrong moved that the The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the Council adjourn. following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Council adjourned at 3:30 P.M., subject to the call of the Mayor. ATTEST: Olei City Clerk APPROVED Mayor