CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS: MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Regular Meeting February 28, 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 FATHER VICTOR M. GOERTZ, Cristo Rey Church. MR. W. W. KELTON stated there was a movement to celebrate July 4th in a real way to "Let Freedom Ring". A group will meet in front of Liberty Hall to ring bells, and a net work will have a complete tie-in. It is desired that all bells over the nation will ring simultaneously. This ceremony will start at 10:00 A.M. in Philadelphia (Daylight Savings Time) and it would reach Austin at 12:00 noon. He outlined his program in Austin and in the County for asking Churches and all who had bells to ring them at this time. He asked the Council's endorsement. The Mayor said this was a fine gesture, and he would get a letter endorsing this movement. MR. DAVID BARROW, members of the Planning Commission and Department, the City Manager, and City Council paid tribute to JEWELL OSBORN who was retiring. All noted and commended her for the hard work performed, for her being accomodating in every respect, as being an outstanding employee, efficient, punctual, and as being a model employee. The City Manager reviewed Miss Osborn's services with the City, and likewise noted her work had been outstanding and she had served as a model employee which others would do well to emulate. MAYOR PALMER stated Miss Osborn was an example employee, and he read a Resolution commending and honoring her. The Council by rising vote unanimously adopted the following resolution: CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 28, 1963 194 RESOLUTION WHEREAS, Miss Jewell Osborn has for the past thirtyfour years been a loyal and dedicated employee of the City of Austin; and WHEREAS, Miss Osborn is retiring from her position as Secretary to the Planning Director, Board of Adjustment, Planning Commission and Joint Airport Zoning Board; Now therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: THAT a page in the official Minutes of the City Council shall be, and is hereby set apart, upon which shall be spread this Resolution honoring Miss Jewell Osborn for her many years of faithful service to the City of Austin, and a copy of this Resolution shall be presented to Miss Osborn. CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS February 28, 1963 195 The Mayor announced the postponement of the following zoning application: CLINT SMALL, JR. & CHESTER L. WHELESS Tract 1 3401-3411 Wade Avenue 3216 Warren Street 3412 Scenic Drive Tract 2 3414-3428 Scenic Drive 3201-3221 West 35th Street 3413-3425 Wade Avenue From "A" Residence lst Height & Area To "B" Residence 3rd Height & Area NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission From "A" Residence lst Height & Area To "B" Residence 1st Height & Area NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission MR. LONNIE ZWIENER and MR. WALTER CAVEN objected to a postponement, as they were prepared to proceed with the hearing and to present their opposition to the zoning change. Others interested in hearing the application today were MRS. LESTER REED, COLONEL MATTHEWS, and others. The Council set the hearing for next Thursday at 8:00 Ρ.Μ. The Director of Public Works submitted a request for shore line improvement for city property known as the "water buffalo pen", stating it was planned to build a work road with outside material from the bank toward the lake and remove about 20' of the fence on the lake side and then go out about 140-150 feet with the work road, which would be about 20' wide. City equipment and drag line will be used, and a strip approximately 80-120' wide would be removed from where the water line is now, back toward the pen. That material will be hauled by truck to fill in the pen and the work road will be removed as the crew works back to the bank. He stated this part is being built up for easy access to a future parking area and boat ramp, and his department was ready to begin right now. Councilman White moved that the request be granted. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None MR. VERNON CURLEE, 2902 White Rock Drive, reported a duplex was being constructed at 2900 White Rock, and the neighborhood was concerned and disturbed. It was stated in "A" Residential areas, duplexes were permitted. The City Attorney suggested there might be a deed restriction, and that Mr. Curlee might check with his Attorney in this respect. Mayor Palmer introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE WRITTEN STATEMENT AND REPORT OF THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS, SHOWING THE ESTIMATES OF THE TOTAL COSTS OF ALL THE IMPROVEMENTS, THE ESTIMATES OF THE COSTS PER FRONT FOOT PROPOSED TO BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE ABUTTING PROPERTY, AND THE REAL AND CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS= February 28, 1963 TRUE OWNERS THEREOF, AND THE ESTIMATES OF VARIOUS OTHER COSTS FOR THE IMPROVING OF PORTIONS OF SUNDRY STREETS IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS, WITHIN THE LIMITS HEREINBELOW DESCRIBED, AND OF OTHER MATTERS RELATING THERETO; DETERMINING AND FIXING THE PORTION OF SAID COSTS AND THE RATE THEREOF PROPOSED TO BE ASSESSED AGAINST AND PAID BY THE ABUTTING PROPERTY, AND THE REAL AND TRUE OWNERS THEREOF; DETERMINING THE NECESSITY OF LEVYING AN ASSESSMENT AGAINST SAID ABUTTING PROPERTY, AND THE REAL AND TRUE OWNERS THEREOF FOR THE PORTION OF SAID COSTS APPORTIONED TO THEM; ORDERING AND SETTING A HEARING AT 10:30 0'CLOCK A.M. ON THE 14TH DAY OF MARCH, 1963, IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER OF THE CITY HALL OF AUSTIN, TEXAS, AS THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE HEARING OF THE REAL AND TRUE OWNERS OF SAID ABUTTING PROPERTY AND ALL OTHERS INTERESTED IN SAID ABUTTING PROPERTY OR IN ANY OF THE PROCEEDINGS AND CONTRACT CONCERNING SAID ASSESSMENTS, PROCEEDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS, TO GIVE NOTICE OF SAID HEARING AS REQUIRED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF TEXAS AND THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN; DECLARING AND PROVIDING THAT THIS ORDINANCE SHALL TAKE EFFECT IMMEDIATELY UPON ITS PASSAGE. (Comal Street and sundry other streets) 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 Shanks, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman White moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman White moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Palmer introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE WRITTEN STATEMENT AND REPORT OF THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS, SHOWING THE ESTIMATES OF THE TOTAL COSTS OF ALL THE IMPROVEMENTS, THE ESTIMATES OF THE _ CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS February 28, 1963 17 COSTS PER FRONT FOOT PROPOSED TO BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE ABUTTING PROPERTY, AND THE REAL AND TRUE OWNERS THEREOF, AND THE ESTIMATES OF VARIOUS OTHER COSTS FOR THE IMPROVING OF PORTIONS OF SUNDRY STREETS IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS, WITHIN THE LIMITS HEREINBELOW DESCRIBED, AND OF OTHER MATTERS RELATING THERETO; DETERMINING AND FIXING THE PORTION OF SAID COSTS AND THE RATE THEREOF PROPOSED TO BE ASSESSED AGAINST AND PAID BY THE ABUTTING PROPERTY, AND THE REAL AND TRUE OWNERS THEREOF; DETERMINING THE NECESSITY OF LEVYING AN ASSESSMENT AGAINST SAID ABUTTING PROPERTY, AND THE REAL AND TRUE OWNERS THEREOF FOR THE PORTION OF SAID COSTS APPORTIONED TO THEM; ORDERING AND SETTING A HEARING AT 10:30 O'CLOCK A.M. ON THE 14TH DAY OF MARCH, 1963, IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER OF THE CITY HALL OF AUSTIN, TEXAS, AS THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE HEARING OF THE REAL AND TRUE OWNERS OF SAID ABUTTING PROPERTY AND ALL OTHERS INTERESTED IN SAID ABUTTING PROPERTY OR IN ANY OF THE PROCEEDINGS AND CONTRACT CONCERNING SAID ASSESSMENTS, PROCEEDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS, TO GIVE NOTICE OF SAID HEARING AS REQUIRED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF TEXAS AND THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN; DECLARING AND PROVIDING THAT THIS ORDINANCE SHALL TAKE EFFECT IMMEDIATELY UPON ITS PASSAGE. (West Annie Street and sundry other streets) The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman White moved that The the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Ayes: Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman White moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman White moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 28, 1963 198 The City Manager submitted the following: "Sealed bids opened 2:00 P.M. Feb. 19, 1963 Tabulated by: 0. G. Brush, Purchasing Agent CITY OF AUSTIN BIDS FOR ASPHALT Texas Emulsions Total Estimated Unit Net Description Quantity Price Price Emulsion Humble Oil American Petrofina & Ref.Co. Co. of Texas Total Total Unit Net Unit Net Price Price Price Price $.1010 $20,200.00 $.107 $21,40000$.1043 $20,442.80 Net -2% .1012 2,530.00 .11 -2% RC-2 Cutback Asphalt 200,000 gal. 25,000 gal. Net No Bid Net OA Asphalt 200,000 gal. No Bid Net 2,695.00 0912 18,240.00 1050 20,500.00 -2% Shell Oil Company Gulf States Asphalt Co. Total Net Price Total Unit Net Price Price Estimated Unit Description Quantity Price Emulsion 200,000 $.1115 $21,854.00 $.115 $22,540.00 gal. Wright As- halt Products Total Unit Net Price Price $.1131 $22,600.00 -2% -2% RC-2 Cutback Asphalt 25,000 gal. .1115 -2% 2,731.75 No Bid OA Asphalt 200,000 gal. .0940 18,424.00 -2% No Bid .11. 2,750.00 Net .095 19,000.00 -2% "NOTE: All total figures are net after cash discounts taken when applicable. Invitation to bid sent to all firms in this are who are able to bid. - Low bids taken Feb. 13, 1962 Humble Oil & Refining Company was same price as this bid. Texas Emulsions for Emulsion $.098 per gallon. "RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that low bids be accepted as follows: Emulsion Texas Emulsions Inc. of Austin - RC-Cutback QA-Asphalt Humble Oil and Refining Company Humble Oil and Refining Company W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager" CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS February 28, 1963 Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on February 19, 1963, for the furnishing of emulsion and asphalt; and, WHEREAS, the bid of Texas Emulsions, in the sum of $20,200.00 for 200,000 gallons of Emulsion, was the lowest and best bid therefor; and, WHEREAS, the bids of Humble Oil & Refining Co., in the sum of $2,530.00 for 25,000 gallons of RC-2Cutback Asphalt, and in the sum of $18,240.00 for 200,000 gallons of OA Asphalt, were the lowest and best bids therefore; and, WHEREAS, the acceptance of such bids has been recommended by the Purchasing Agent of the City of Austin and by the City Manager; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the bid of Texas Emulsions, in the sum of $20,200.00, and the bids of Humble Oil & Refining Co., in the sum of $2,530.00 and $18,240.00, be and the same are hereby accepted, and that W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager of the City of Austin, be and he is hereby authorized to execute contracts, on behalf of the City, with said companies. The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The City Manager submitted the following: "February 25, 1963 "W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Mr. Williams: "Sealed bids were received until 2:00 P.M., Thursday, February 21, 1963, at the Office of the Director of the Water and Sewer Department for the installation of a 12" WATER MAIN, SOUTH CONGRESS AVENUE from RADAM LANE to ST. ELMO ROAD. The bids were publicly opened and read in the Second Floor Conference Room, Municipal Building, Austin, Texas. "The following is a tabulation of bids received: "FIRM H and M Construction Company Austin Engineering Company Fairey - Simons Company Ford Wagner, Incorporated Dig - It AMOUNT WORKING DAYS $17,175.50 17,442.00 17,881.50 17,923.50 18,132.20 T 15 30 30 25 35 - CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 28, 1963 "FIRM Capital City Utilities Bland Construction Company Walter W. Schmidt City of Austin extimate - AMOUNT $19,336.00 19,859.50 20,567.00 19,857.50 WORKING DAYS 30 40 55 "It is recommended that the contract be awarded to the H and M Construction Company on their low bid of $17,175.50 with 15 working days. "Yours truly, s/ Victor R. Schmidt, Jr., Superintendent Sanitary Sewer Division s/ Albert R. Davis, Director Water and Sewer Department" Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on February 21, 1963, for the installation of a 12" water main, South Congress Avenue from Radam Lane to St. Elmo Road; and, WHEREAS, the bid of H and M Construction Company, in the sum of $17,175.50, was the lowest and best bid therefor, and the acceptance of such bid has been recommended by the Director of the 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 H and M Construction Company, in the sum of $17,175.50, 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 H and M Construction Company. The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The City Manager submitted the following: "February 25, 1963 "w. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Mr. Williams: "Sealed bids were received until 2:00 P.M., Thursday, February 21, 1963, at the Office of the Director of the Water and Sewer Department for the construction of -CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS February 28, 1963 the UPPER BLUNN CREEK SANITARY SEWER near LONG BOW LANE to WOODWARD STREET and in WOODWARD STREET to WILLOW SPRINGS ROAD. The bids were publicly opened and read in the Second Floor Conference Room, Municipal Building, Austin, Texas. "The following is a tabulation of bids received: "FIRM AMOUNT Ford - Wagner, Incorporated $47,965.55 120 Walter W. Schmidt 48,125.45 1.25 Bland Construction Company 48,921.80 100 Fairey Simons Company 49,232.80 H and M Construction Company 51,070.50 Austin Engineering Company 51,482.05 100 T WORKING DAYS 90 75 City of Austin estimate 40,462.00 - "It is recommended that the contract be awarded to Ford - Wagner, Incorporated on their low bids of $47,965.55 with 120 working days. "Yours truly, s/ Victor R. Schmidt, Superintendent Sanitary Sewer Division s/ Albert R. Davis, Director Water and Sewer Department" Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on February 21, 1963, for the construction of the Upper Blunn Creek Sanitary Sewer near Long Bow Lane to Woodward Street and in Woodward Street to Willow Springs Road; and, WHEREAS, the bid of Ford-Wagner, Incorporated, in the sum of $47,965.55, was the lowest and best bid therefor, and the acceptance of such bid has been recommended by the Director of the 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 Ford-Wagner, Incorporated, in the sum of $47,965.55, 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 Ford-Wagner, Incorporated. The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The City Manager submitted the following: "February 25, 1963 Sealed Bids opened 10:00 A.M., February 19, 1963 at office of Purchasing Agent. TabulaBids for High Service Pumping Unit, tion and Comparison of bids made by A. H. Filter Plant No. 2 Ullrich, Superintendent, Water and Sewage CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS February 28, 1963 Treatment. Erection Guaranteed Evaluated Evaluated Engineer, Bidder Bid Price Efficiency Amount Price Per Day Delivery DeLaval Turbine, Inc. Houston, Texas Base Bid $26,074.00 84.87% 0 $26,074.00 $96.00 210 DeLaval Turbine, Inc. Alternate No. 1 $25,674.00 84.87% 0 $25,674.00 $96.00 210 DeLaval Turbine, Inc. Alternate No. 2 $25,174.00 84.87% 0 $25,174.00 $96.00 210 A.M. Lockett & Co.Ltd. Houston, Texas $24,869.00 81.8% $10,328.22 $35,197.00 $64.00 120 Fairbanks, Morse & Co. Dallas, Texas Allis-Chalmers "Comparison of Bids: $26,666.00 82.58% $ 7,704.11 $34,370.11 $85.00 180 No Bid "It is noted that the evaluated price of both the DeLaval base bid and their alternate bids are low due to the considerably higher efficiencies guaranteed. "Comments: "The DeLaval base bid is in accordance with our specifications. DeLaval Alternate Bid No. 1 is on identical equipment but allows a $400.00 deduction if the City waives the combined test of pump and motor at the factory, which is specified. Since our specifications also require completion of a satisfactory field test before final payment is made, the combined test of pump and motor at the factory can be waived. "DeLaval Alternate Bid No. 2 allows an additonal $500.00 deduction if the City will accept an Allis-Chalmers motor in lieu of a Westinghouse motor. Both Westinghouse and Allis-Chalmers motors meet our specifications. "Our estimate of the cost of the subject pumping unit was $35,000.00. Our cost of an identical unit in 1957 was $31,330.00. unit. "The 1963 budget provides funds for the purchase of the subject pumping "Recommendation: "It is my recommendation that the DeLaval Turbine, Inc. alternate bid in the amount of $25,174.00, on one (1) 14,000 GPM Pumping Unit be accepted. "Respectfully submitted, s/ A. H. Ullrich" _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 28, 1963 23 Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on February 19, 1963, for the furnishing of one High Service Pumping Unit for Filter Plant No. 2; and, WHEREAS, the bid of DeLaval Turbine, Inc., in the sum of $25,174.00 for one (1) 14,000 GPM Pumping Unit, was the lowest and best bid therefor, and the acceptance of such bid has been recommended by the Superintendent, Water and Sewage Treatment, 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 DeLaval Turbine, Inc., in the sum of $25,174.00 for one (1) 14,000 GPM Pumping Unit, 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 DeLaval Turbine, Inc. The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Mayor Palmer introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CERTAIN CONTRACT WITH WAYNE BURNS COMPANY FOR THE APPROPRIATION OF MONEY PAID TO THE CITY OF AUSTIN UNDER SUCH CONTRACT; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman White moved that the 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, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman White moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman White moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, carried by the following vote: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Ayes: Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS- February 28, 1963 Mayor Palmer introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CERTAIN CONTRACT WITH PRINGLE BROTHERS, INCORPORATED, FOR THE APPROPRIATION OF MONEY PAID TO THE CITY OF AUSTIN UNDER SUCH CONTRACT; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman White moved that the 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, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman White moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman White moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Palmer brought up the following ordinance for its third reading: AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE EXTENSION OF CERTAIN BOUNDARY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN AND THE ANNΕΧΑTION OF CERTAIN ADDITONAL TERRITORY CONSISTING OF (A) 0.02 OF ONE ACRE OF LAND OUT OF THE T. J. CHAMBERS SURVEY, A PORTION OF RESUBDIVISION OF LOTS 7 AND 8, BLOCK I, NORTHWEST HILLS, SECTION 6, IN TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; (B) 10.8 ACRES OF LAND OUT OF THE T.J. CHAMBERS GRANT, HIGHLAND HILLS SECTION 7, PHASE 1, IN TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; AND (C) 16.35 ACRES OF LAND OUT OF THE T. J. CHAMBERS GRANT, NORTHMOOR PARK, IN TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; WHICH SAID ADDITIONAL TERRITORY LIES ADJACENT TO AND ADJOINS THE PRESENT BOUNDARY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, IN PARTICULARS STATED IN THE ORDINANCE. The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Armstrong moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Ayes: Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. approved: CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 28, 1963 Councilman White moved that the following shoreline improvements be a. JOE D. COPE - Lot 30, Lakeside Addition. b. MRS. DOROTHY N. ASHFORD Lot 4, Rio Vista Subdivision. - The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Councilman Perry 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 Stanley J. Peterman as described in Travis County Deed Records, and being approximately two (2) miles below the Mansfield Dam, the same being 1.4 acres of land out of the John Jackson Survey in Travis County, Texas, and hereby authorizes the said Stanley J. Peterman 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 Stanley J. Peterman has failed and refused, and will continue to fail and refuse to perform any such conditions, regulations and ordinances. (Recommendations attached) "Austin, Texas February 28, 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 Stanley J. Peterman, owner of property abutting on that part of Lake Austin lying upstream approximately two (2) miles below the Mansfield Dem, the same being 1.4 acres of land out of the John Jackson Survey in Travis County, Texas, for permission to construct and maintain a boat dock projecting out into the lake approxi mately twenty-four (24) feet beyond the normal high water level. The construction details meeting all requirements, I recommend that if Stanley J. Peterman is granted his request by the City Council, that it be subject to the following conditions: CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 28, 1963 276 "(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 distant 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 White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Councilman White suggested that next year on all of these requests on repairing shore lines, the people should be notified to get them in before he and the Director of Public Works made their trips up the lake. The City Manager stated publicity was given this year as early as it was known the lake was going down, and it was requested that everyone be notified. Councilman Armstrong moved that the Council recess until 11:00 Α.Μ. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None RECESSED MEETING 11:00 Α.Μ. At 11:00 A.M. the Council resumed its business. The Mayor announced that the following zoning application had been withdrawn at the request of MR. ROBERT SNEED, Attorney: MRS. C. A. SCHUTZE By Marvin Braswell 1901-1903 Red River From "C" Commercial To "C-1" Commercial NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission - CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 28, 1963 2 Pursuant to published notice thereof the following zoning applications were publicly heard: NORTHTOWN COMPANY By Donald C. Moreau Tract 1 From "A" Residence 2700-2716 Anderson Lane To "B" Residence RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Tract 2 7944-8106 Burnet Road From "A" Residence To "C" Commercial RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Councilman Perry moved that the change be granted to "B" Residence for Tract 1; and to "C" Commercial for Tract 2. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "B" Residence on Tract 1; and to "C" Commercial on Tract 2 and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. LAURA OPPELL By Dusty Rhodes 3002-3004 South Congress Avenue From "C" Commercial To "C-1" Commercial RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Councilman White moved that the change to "C-1" Commercial be granted. The motion, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, white, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "C-1" Commercial and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. DAVID BARROW 3515-3715 South Inter- regional Highway FromInterim "A" Residence 1st Height & Area To "C" Commercial lst Height & Area RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Councilman Armstrong moved that the change to "C" Commercial lst Height and Area be granted. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS February 28, 1963 28 Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "C" Commercial ist Height and Area and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. HELEN C. LOCKHART & HELEN R. HALL 313-323 East llth Street 1010-1018 Trinity Street From "C" Commercial 2nd Height & Area To "C" Commercial 4th Height & Area RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Councilman White moved that the change from 2nd Height and Area to 4th The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried Height and Area be granted. by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change from 2nd Height & Area to 4th Height and Area had been granted and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. - MRS. J. D. BROWN 1911 Eva Street 106-110 W. Johanna Street From "A" Residence To "B" Residence RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Councilman White moved that the change to "B" Residence be granted. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "B" Residence and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. OTHELLO R.A. CRAWFORD et al, By Robert Sneed CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 28, 1963 209 4501-4525 Bennett Avenue 1012-1028 E. 45th Street 919-927 East 46th Street From "A"Residence lst Height & Area To "B" Residence 2nd Height & Area RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Councilman White moved that the change to "B" Residence 2nd Height and The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the Area be granted. following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "B" Residence 2nd Height and Area and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. H. M. HARDY 5710-5800 Manor Road Tract 1 5700-5708 Manor Road 2800-2808 Rogge Lane Tract 2 5612-5618 Manor Road 2803-2807 Rogge Lane From "A" Residence To "0" Office RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Councilman White moved that the change to "O" Office be granted. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "0" Office and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. CITY OF AUSTIN, Owner Hugo Leipziger-Pearce, Purchaser 3902-08 George Avenue 1701-1703 West 39 Street From "A" Residence lst Height & Area To "B" Residence 2nd Height & Area NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission RECOMMENDED "B" Resi- dence 1st Height & Area Dr. Leipziger appeared in his behalf as purchaser, and explained the exchange of property between the City and him for right-of-way for the extension of Shoal Creek Boulevard. Dr. Leipziger said he wanted to build 15 units. The Director of Planning stated under "B" Residence 1st Height and Area, Dr. Leipziger could build 17 units if 39½ Street were vacated; but under "B" Residence 2nd - CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 28, 1963 Height and Area, he could build 31 units. Dr. Leipziger stated there were the overflow easement and the 25' setback to be considered. After more discussion, Councilman Armstrong moved that the change to "B" Residence 2nd Height and Area be granted. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "B" Residence 2nd Height and Area and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. ORIGINAL ZONING Portion of AREA 6 (George Shepherd tract) North portion fronting on Highland Crest Drive Drive-in Grocery Tract 30' buffer strip along West property line Remaining Property To establish Original Zoning as "A" Residence 1st Height & Area Original zoning to be established "C-1" Com- mercial Original zoning to be established as "A" Residence 1st Height & Area Original zoning to be established as "IR" Local Retail ALL RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Opposition was expressed by one property owner. After discussion, Councilman Shanks moved that the original zoning be established as recommended by the Planning Commission. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Mayor announced that the original zoning had been established as recommended by the Planning Commission and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 28, 1963 211 JOE DACY 1001-1011 West Lynn 1510-1514 West 10th Street From "C" Commercial To "C-1" Commercial RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Mrs. Sammy Ewing made inquiry as to how this change of zone would affect her property. It was explained her property was not included in this zoning change. Councilman White moved that the change to "C-1" Commercial be granted as recommended. The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "C-1" Commercial and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. SIMMONS MOTOR COMPANY Rear of 1205 Baylor Street From "B" Residence To "C" Commercial NOT Recommended By the Planning Com- mission MR. EDDIE SIMMONS represented the applicant, stating the request had been amended so there would be only an extension of their present body shop directly north 50'. This expansion would not affect anyone up the street whether he went 50' west or 50' north. He could expand west into the property already zoned "C" Commercial, but he wanted to leave that property with the apartment house there in its present use until development caught up with it. He said if he did not get this zoning, he would go ahead and expand west in back of the apartment house Opposition was expressed by MR. W. B. RANSON and MRS. M. K, McANGUS on the theory that Baylor Street is too narrow for a commercial activity with trucks coming through and using Baylor. Mr. Simmons said he did not propose a drive through on Baylor, and stated his proposal would leave 1205 for the most part residencial, and would leave the apartment house for the most part residential even though it is commercial, until such time there would be less objection. The only thing the Baylor Street property would be used for would be for employees' parking their cars, or for parking immobilized automobiles. He said there would be a wall with no openings on 1205 Baylor, and he would submit a written statement to that effect. He wanted to extend the present body shop north. MR. RANSOM, MRS. STERLING ADAIR, MRS. PENNYBACKER, MR. and MRS. THOMAS EASTON expressed additional opposition. It was pointed out there was a misunderstanding; that there was to be no commercial zoning on Baylor just a portion of the lot, 50'x46' at the rear, and adjoining the commercial property. Discussion by the opposition on a drive from Baylor to 12th Street was held. Mr. Simmons stated again he would put a concrete block wall on all sides of the body shop. The Council wanted to make a personal inspection of the area. Later in the meeting the Council suggested that Mr. Simmons be given an opportunity to withdraw his application. - CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS February 28, 1963 DOYLE CHAPMAN 7305-7313 Lamar Boulevard From "A" Residence To "B" Residence NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission Councilman Perry moved that the change be DENIED. The motion, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been denied. KELLY DEBUSK 2003 Lake Austin Boulevard From "A" Residence To "0" Office NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission MR. FOREST PEARSON represented the applicant stating the owners had a nursery in which they could care for only six children, and they want to have more than six, and need to change the zoning to "O" Office. He described the area stating it had ceased to be residential in nature. MRS. AUSTIN DAINWOOD is now the owner of the property. Councilman Perry noted this was spot zoning. The Council decided to make a personal inspection of the area. Later in the afternoon meeting, after the Council had made a personal review of the neighborhood, Councilman Perry moved that the application be DENIED. The motion, second- ed by Councilman Armstrong, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been denied. MR. FLOYD WILLIAMS, representing himself and a group of other ministers, in protesting the invasion of the "so-called Russian Orthodox Churchmen" in Austin Sunday, as they were not Churchmen, and he did not think they should be given the dignity of a welcome by the City of Austin. He stated a protest rally had been scheduled for Monday night. He stated he had a document he wanted to file. The Mayor Pro-tem asked him to file it with the Police Chief. Mayor Palmer said the Council would check into this. Later in the afternoon meeting Mr. Floyd Williams and REV. COX returned to the Council. Rev. Cox likewise protested a welcoming of these four Russians, stating there could not be peaceful co-existence between Christians and Communists. Rev. Cox concluded these men should be treated with courtesy and welcomed since they are coming, but there is to be a protest that they should never have come in the first place. _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 28, 1963 212 The City Manager discussed the dining room lease at the Airport and reviewed two proposals which had been received after inquiries had been made of a number of people whom it was thought might be interested in this lease. He compared the two proposals of AMERICAN NEWS COMPANY and MR. GLENN E. TETEN and his Associates, showing the American News Company proposal was the best that Colonel Murphy had been able to find, and he went into details of the operation of this company. Councilman Perry moved that the City Manager be authorized to enter into a contract with the AMERICAN NEWS COMPANY for this restaurant lease. The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Councilman Perry submitted a complaint by one of the airline services as to the operation of the Airport, in that the tenants feel that the lobby section is being kept clean, but the part which they occupy is not being kept in a satisfactory manner; and that the heating and air conditioning system is inadequate for extreme weather. The Director of Aviation stated there had been trouble with the heating and airconditioning plant, but that is being checked into thoroughly and he believed this problem would be solved. He made a report on closing in the area going to the gates, and this may be worked out. The City Manager stated this would ruin the appearance of the Terminal and add to the custodial services. The Director of Aviation made a report on the cleanliness of a part of the Airport, stating shortly this section would be repainted. Councilman Shanks moved that TRAVIS-WILLIAMSON COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #1 be granted permission to serve POND SPRING BAPTIST CHURCH with water. The motion, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Councilman Armstrong moved that the City Manager be authorized to advertise for bids for new plumbing at the Brackenridge Hospital Nurses' Home. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The City Manager stated Capital Cable Company had submitted a request that the City lease 8'xl2' spaces at South 1st Street and Center, 38th and Grooms, West Koenig Lane and Sunshine Drive, Winsted lane and Bowman Avenue, and 7th and Chicon. All but the South 1st Street location are electric substation sites. He said the matter had been held up last week so that investi- gation could be made to determine whether or not there would be some electronic problems involved or incompatibility. He stated a letter from MR. FRED B. WERKENTHIN, representing MR. JOHN CAMPBELL, T.V. Cable of Austin, pointed out they had a tentative understanding with the City that they could rent the site on South 1st Street; that they obtained an option, but they were not sure they CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 28, 1963 مرے میں کی could get a good title; and they thought the City was holding its location open for them. Mr. Werkenthin had written that they were afraid if they located on the City site or on the private property, there might be problems arise by having two of these facilities located that close together. The City Manager said he had this checked and gave the report of MR. CURTIS ANDERSON, Micro-wave Relay Engineer, in which he stated in his opinion there would be no electronics problems involved or no interference with the City's micro-wave system. The City Manager stated that in addition to this, he had asked the City Attorney to get in touch with Mr. Werkenthin; and if his people had any different view of the technical aspects to contact Mr. Anderson. The City Attorney said Mr. Werkenthin had assured him their engineer would be in touch with Mr. Anderson, but as yet he had not heard from them. The City Manager recommended in connection with the South First Street location that this should be held open for TV Cable Company of Austin but a time limit could be placed on it. The Mayor suggested that the City Attorney check with Mr. Werkenthin, and stated the first obligation to the South 1st Street location would be with T.V. Cable of Austin. As to the substation sites, Councilman Shanks moved that the City Manager be authorized to negotiate with any Cable TV Company for monthly rental of the various sites listed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The City Manager read a letter from the Community Council of Austin & Travis County, as follows: "February 26, 1963 "The Honorable Lester Palmer, Mayor City of Austin City Hall Austin, Texas "Dear Mr. Mayor: "On July 17, 1962, the Community Council received a letter from the City of Austin requesting the Community Council to undertake a Health and Hospital Needs Study. On August 24, 1962, the Community Council expressed to you its willingness to undertake the proposed study provided certain conditions could be met. The conditions were as follows: "1. That full co-operation be obtained from all the local hospitals and the Medical Society. "2. That a competent hospital consultant be found who will agree to undertake the study at an early date. "3. That adequate financing for the study be assured in order to fulfill the purposes of the study. "On December 13, 1962, at your request, we met with the City Council and members of the Board of Directors from St. David's, Seton, Holy Cross, and CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS February 28, 1963 Brackenridge Hospitals. At that meeting co-operation was pledged from each of the hospitals for such a study. It is our understanding that you have in writing, statements from each of the four hospitals' boards pledging their cooperation in this study and co-operation in the ongoing implementation of the recommendations of the study. Dr. Ruth Bain, President of the Travis County Medical Society, has assured us of the Society's interest and co-operation in this study and its implementation. In view of this, it is our opinion that qualification No. 1, concerning community co-operation has been met. "The Executive Committee of the Community Council has diligently sought the most capable hospital consulting firm available to undertake this proposed study. The Community Council sent letters to fifty-three hospital consulting firms inviting their expressions of interest in conducting this study. This list consisted of those firms recommended by the executives of the American Hospital Association, the Texas Hospital Association, the Texas Medical Association, and the Medical Center of Houston. Eleven postive replies were obtained and written proposals were requested from these firms. After studying these proposals, interviews were held with six firms. They were as follows: John G. Steinle & Associates--New York, N.Y. Booz, Allen & Hamilton--Chicago, Ill. Page, Southerland, & Page--Austin, Texas E. D. Rosenfeld--New York, N.Y. Otis N. Auer & Alden Mills--Glen Ridge, New Jersey Jacque B. Norman--Greenville, South Carolina "After careful study of the written material and evaluation of the interviews conducted with these firms, the Executive Committee and the Board of Di- rectors of the Community Council are of the opinion that the firm of Booz, Allen & Hamilton of Chicago is the best firm to make this study. This firm has the reputation, the experience, and the quality of staff to enable it to conduct the kind of study needed. We are therefore able to report that we have met the second qualification in that we have found a firm that is competent and willing to undertake this study. "This brings us to the last qualification--that of financing. The Community Council has not found any sources of financing but has determined that if it were assured of $35,000, it could give assurance that an adequate study of Health and Hospital Needs in this community could be made. Should the City of Austin see fit to contract with the Community Council for an amount not to exceed $35,000 the last qualification will have been met, and the Community Council would proceed immediately. "The Community Council's Board of Directors would like to express its appreciation to you and the City Council for your interest and co-opreation in this vital problem. "Sincerely, s/ D. J. Crowley D. J. Crowley President" Councilman Shanks stated he would like to get the opinion of MR. PHILLIP OVERTON, Counsel for Texas Medical Association regarding some of these surveys, and on this particular firm. The Mayor asked the City Manager to state the importance of this survey. The City Manager said the Hospital Boards, at the - CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS- February 28, 1963 216 combined meeting, indicated there was need for such a study and indicated they would cooperate in the preparation and by providing materials and statistics. He said he brought up the point if the study is to be made and recommendations are to follow, that not only should these hospital boards cooperate to the extent of providing information needed but that certainly there should be some sort of understanding with all the hospital boards that the recommendations when they had been made would be reviewed from time to time to consider changed conditions, etc; and that generally the Boards would recognize the survey and study it and the recommendations to the extent that they would not proceed with the installation of additional facilities which would conflict with the recommendation without first getting back with the other hospitals and reviewing the recommendations. They have indicated in their letters that they would cooperate, but they have not gone as far as it seems absolutely necessary for them to gothat they would live by these recommendations to the extent they will not vary from them without coming back in and asking for a review of the recommendations. The City Manager cited examples, in that perhaps Brackenridge would be a major general hospital and health center, and certain other hospitals would have some specialties; if those hospitals provide those specialties, that would be fine, but after a long period of time when the specialties are needed, if they have not been provided, then it would be necessary for a reshuffle. Or, if Brackenridge should have in addition to its deep X-Ray, Cobalt and various other things, and does not put them in, then a new study should be made to see if someone else wanted to provide them. Defaults or other changed conditions would cause the group to take a new look at the survey. Basically it should be understood by other hospitals that they would observe these recommendations and not build in violation of these recommendations without a restudy. Councilman Perry stated each Board of Directors wants to run its hospital, and the Board would not want some outside committee coming in and telling them what to do or how many rooms to put in. He said the City knows what the demand at Brackenridge is, the times it is full and what types of services are needed; and it is known certain people will come there regardless. He asked why couldn't the City plan for the needs of Brackenridge Hospital, and the other people plan what their hospitals would need. The City Manager reported the result of that method, in that Brackenridge started an extension in 1949, and St. David's decided to build their new hospital. When both hospitals opened about the same time, it was a disastrous thing for Brackenridge, and perhaps for St. David's also. He stated regardless of what the City might think Brackenridge might need and what the doctors who may be on the staff might think it needs, it would be economic folly to build $3,000,000 worth of additional hospital that would be empty. He stated this was a community problem. Discussion was held on whether or not the City would be willing to abide by the recommendations. The City Manager explained how that would work out. The Mayor stated, in the future, some Council would need to submit a bond issue to enlarge the facilities; and it would be difficult for the Council to authorize a $3,000,000 Hospital Bond issue without knowing what the other hospitals were taking care of. Councilman White stated he had been criticized about Steinle coming in, and there were things he recommended that had never been done. He had been criticized a whole lot about why all this was done, and what was the reason it could not be worked out here. He said it seemed the City had people that ought to know what the Hospital needed -- get a good architect to get in and figure out these things; and if it were necessary to send someone out to other places, to do so. He stated he would not object at all if the rest of these hospitals would dig in with their part. He said he could not go along and the City do all of it, putting out $35,000 and the other hospitals benefiting by it. The Mayor stated he would not try to tell - CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 28, 1963 the people that the other hospitals are asking the City to fill the gap because they had no future plans to expand, but when the burden falls on the Citythen it should know what the requirements are going to be at least for a pro- jected five or ten years before it went in to build another 100 rooms or whatever it is. The City Manager stated a three million dollar expansion of the hospital will cost in operating costs $3,000,000 a year. It would take twice as many people as the hospital has now, and it would cost $3,000,000 a year more. Councilman White stated if the $35,000 were spent for this survey, it would still cost that much. The City Manager stated if the City could avoid enlarging a department that did not need to be enlarged, it could save from $50,000 to $100,000 a year in operating expense of that department. Councilman Shanks stated this survey would save the City a lot of money in the long-run. Councilman Armstrong stated he was convinced this survey was needed. The Mayor stated another meeting should be scheduled with these Hospitals" Boards; and in addition to the letters received urging the Council to have this survey, the Council should get an agreement from each Hospital that they would coordinate their efforts and let each other know what their plans were. The Mayor asked that the Community Council be requested to arrange another meeting with the Hospital Boards, and that the Community Council be thanked for the work they had done. Regarding the criticism about the recommendations in the Steinle report, the City Manager stated that 85% of Mr. Steinle's recommendations had been put into effect, and the only recommendations that were not, were those relating to reducing the rates of pay of some of the employees. He said those who had been critical about the Steinle report should be corrected, as the recommendations had been carried out. The City Manager reported there had been discussions about the roll of Brackenridge Hospital's becoming a Health Center for Central Texas, and gave statistics that out of 96.9% occupancy in January, 15% was non-resident. Councilman Perry inquired about rates for non-residents, and the City Manager stated this would have to be analyzed. The Assistant City Manager announced that another "big-voice-test" would be made in the down town area March 16, from 1:00 to 5:00 Ρ.Μ. The City Manager announced that the Economic Development Council was having a dinner Tuesday, March 19th at 6:00 P.M., where the Chambers of Commerce, Economic Development Council, and City Council would honor some 200-300 industries in Austin. The Mayor stated the Council would accept, and that Councilman Armstrong would take over for the Council as its liason. The City Manager announced another meeting--a joint meeting with the Economic Development Council, Planning Commission, and City Council--at 4:00 Ρ.Μ. Tuesday March 12th, to discuss problems involving zoning, master planning and industrial areas. The City Manager stated the Recreation Board wanted to have a luncheon meeting with the City Council, and City administrators, Thursday, March 7, 1963, at 12:30 at the Hancock Recreation Center. =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS- February 28, 1963 218 The City Manager inquired about the Council's view on vacating Scenic Drive over Mt. Bonnell. The Mayor stated the people could be told the request had been made and the Council was considering the request. The City Manager stated the Manager of the Auditorium had been approached by a group that wanted to establish a series of boxing events at the Coliseum. The Assistant City Manager read a letter concerning the National Boxing Association's asking for a contract for ten shows at a reduced rate of $100.00 per night, beginning February 18th. He reviewed the contract briefly that was made for wrestling, in that it had provided three performance payments in advance and the payments to be kept current each week. This group wanted the same type of lease agreement, dating back to February 18th. It was not the Auditorium Manager's recommendation that the contract be retroactive to the 18th, but he did recommend a regular contract with the three weeks' payment in advance. Councilman Shanks moved that the City Manager be instructed to work out a ten weeks' agreement, with three weeks' payment in advance, and current payments each week, all subject to the Chief of Police checking in the usual manner. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The City Manager stated ROLLINS OUTDOOR ADVERTISING, INC., had asked for locations on City property at 1st Street and Tillery, until the City was ready to commence construction on the street; for a location on Northland Drive and the Railroad Track (property acquired from Mr. Bullard) on which two additional signs would be erected. The Company offered $120.00 a year for the four panels until such time as the City required the use of the property. The other location was on West 6th Street and Shoal Creek. Councilman Armstrong moved that the lease on East 1st Street and Tillery be approved. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Councilman Perry moved the renewal of the lease plus the additional property on Northland Drive and the Missouri Pacific Railroad tract be authorized. The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Councilman Armstrong moved the request for lease of property on West 6th Street and Shoal Creek be denied. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Councilman Shanks moved that MR. HENRY DUNLOP be appointed to the Solicitation Board for a term to expire November 5, 1964. The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS February 28, 1963 the MAYOR PALMER stated the Council had checked carefully all the phases of the offers of Samuels & Company, Inc. (Mr. Samuel M. Rosenthal, President) and local group, and it thought a lease agreement with the private people would eliminate an annual deficit which had been sustained in the Abattoir. One proposal contained a monthly rental plus purchase agreement of $250,000. The Mayor stated the City might have need for this property later on, and this $250,000 offer was considerably less than what is invested in the plant. He stated the local operators and processors would have a period of time to adjust their operations so that they would be more for what the Abattoir was intended at the time it was voted in the interest of the public, and he suggested the Council authorize the City Manager to work out a lease arrangement with the AUSTIN COMMUNITY LIVESTOCK PROCESSORS, INC., and that the effective date of the lease be May 1st, 1963. The City Manager asked that the press give notice of this so that the employees would be aware of the change. The Mayor asked that a suggestion be made to the local group that they invite Mr. Rosenthal to join in with them and be a member of their organization. Councilman White moved that the City Manager be authorized to negotiate this type of lease as set out in their proposal. The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Councilman Armstrong moved that MR. SAMUEL M. ROSENTHAL'S check (Samuels & Company) be returned with a letter of thanks. The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Councilman Shanks moved that MR. W. C. GAMMON be appointed to the Heating and Air Conditioning Appeals Board in the capacity of "Property Owner" for a term to expire March 3, 1964. (Vacancy created by resignation of Frank Hicks) The motion, seconded by Councilman Perry, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Not in Council Room when the roll was called: Councilman White Councilman Armstrong inquired about the status of sewer line easement for Miss Horner's property. The Director of Public Works gave a report on this, stating Miss Horner was asking that the survey be held up until after a law suit is settled on April 15th. He stated he had checked with an engineer in the Sewer Department, and he said this could be held up. The City Attorney stated the Texas State School had been leasing some property which the City acquired from the Bull Estate for the Walnut Creek Sewage Treatment Plant (269 acres between the M.K. & T. and H. & T.C. Railroad tracks south of Webberville Road), and the State is asking that it be permitted to continue to lease the property until such time as the City puts it to use. He stated the School was paying $1800 a year for the entire acreage, and the pro rata part would be $1,144.95. He stated another offer to lease had been received which _ CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS February 28, 1963 2 would pay a little more per year. He listed other advantages to the City in renewing the present lease. He stated whatever arrangements are necessary to be made for crop allocations, the present leasee had already made on this land. He recommended that the lease be renewed with the provision that, as it is needed, the State's rental will be reduced in proportion. There being no further business, Councilman Perry moved that the Council adjourn. The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Perry, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None ATTEST: The Council adjourned at 6:15 P.M. subject to the call of the Mayor. Othe 0-6-2 City Clerk APPROVED www Palm Mayor