CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Regular Meeting June 18, 1964 10:00 Α.Μ. Council Chamber, City Hall The meeting was called to order with Mayor Palmer presiding. Roll call: Present: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer Absent: Councilman Shanks 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 Church. Invocation was delivered by REVEREND HAROLD SASSMAN, Memorial Methodist Councilman White moved that the Minutes of the Meeting of June 11, 1964, be approved. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer Ayes: Noes: None Absent: Councilman Shanks At the request of Mr. Tom Perkins and Mr. Warren Beaman, the Council postponed consideration of requested amendments of their lease with the City of Austin, for property on Town lake. The Council had under consideration the annexation of 23.65 acres of land out of the Theodore Bissel League, proposed FAIRMONT PARK, SECTION 1; and of 11.99 acres of land out of the Henry P. Hill League, proposed BARTON TERRACE, SECTION 3. The City Manager stated both of these involved cases where the subdivider or the property owner had requested annexation; but in both cases the effect of annexation would be to create an oasis or island completely surrounded by the City, but not in the City. The island in connection with Fairmont Park annexation involves a situation where temporarily there is a radio tower and a lease that would prevent the possibility of the owner MR. BILL MILLBURN, from developing the property. The lease also involves the ground and the mesh and wire in the ground that goes with the transmitter and tower. Because of the fact it is beyond the capability of the subdivider to develop the property as a subdivision the City Manager said he would not recommend, as is usually done _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 18, 1964 62 to the Council, that all of the property be taken in. In this case if the property were not subject to a lease which would prevent the owner from proceeding, he would not leave this undeveloped area in the middle of the subdivision. The City Manager recommended proceeding with the annexation and leaving the area out until such time as the owner of the property is able to develop it. Councilman Long moved that the City Manager be instructed to bring in an ordinance on FAIRMONT PARK, SECTION 1. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Long, White, Mayor Palmer Councilman LaRue Absent: Councilman Shanks Councilman LaRue voting against the motion stating he would like to hold it up for another week. Councilman Long stated there was no difference in one or the other, except it is said on the Fairmont area, it would work a hardship on the property owner that is completely surrounded just exactly as the other one is, and she saw no difference except favoritism. The City Manager pointed out on the Barton Terrace island area there would never be a day when it would be any more proper to take that property into the City than it is today; and on the other case the property owner was not able to develop. The City Manager said other area does not present the same sort of situation as far as inability of the owner to develop. The Director of Public Works displayed a map showing the present city limit lines, and the area left out and owned by one person. The annexation of the subdivision without the other area, would leave a "hole in the doughnut", and there is already some development in that area. The Mayor stated this was logical extension, and asked if the Council were agreeable to instructing that the ordinance be brought in to include the extra property. Councilman Long stated she was not for bringing them in involuntarily. The City Manager stated in this case they recommended it all be brought in. Councilman White asked if the owner had been contacted; and it was stated he had and he did not want to be annexed. Councilman White inquired why should the property be brought in? The City Attorney stated it would be illogical development without including planning for the development. It was pointed out utili- ties would be required to be extended past these islands, and police and fire protection could not be provided to this section. It was pointed out they would already have water, and would want to tie into the sewer system. Councilman Long moved that the island discussed be excluded in the annexation of BARTON TERRACE, SECTION. 3. The motion was seconded by Councilman White. Roll call showed a tie vote as follows: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Long, White Councilman LaRue, Mayor Palmer Absent: Councilman Shanks Mayor Palmer stated this would be held until next week. Mayor Palmer opened the hearing on the ordinances annexing GREENWOOD HILLS, SECTION 2 and R. L. WORMLEY SUBDIVISION. No one appeared to be heard. Mayor Palmer brought up the following ordinance for its first reading: AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE EXTENSION OF CERTAIN June 18, 1964 _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS ;; BOUNDARY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN AND THE ΑΝΝΕΧΑTION OF CERTAIN ADDITIONAL TERRITORY CONSISTING OF 11.18 ACRES OF LAND, SAME BEING OUT OF AND A PART OF THE ISAAC DECKER LEAGUE IN TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; WHICH SAID ADDITIONAL TERRITORY LIES ADJACENT TO AND ADJOINS THE PRESENT BOUNDARY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, IN PARTICULARS STATED IN THE ORDINANCE. (Greenwood Hills, Section 2) The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Long moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Absent: Councilman Shanks The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Long moved that the ordinance be passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks Mayor Palmer brought up the following ordinance for its first reading: AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE EXTENSION OF CERTAIN BOUNDARY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN AND THE ANΝΕΧΑTION OF CERTAIN ADDITIONAL TERRITORY CONSISTING OF 0.80 OF ONE ACRE OF LAND, SAME BEING OUT OF AND A PART OF THE J. C. TANNEHILL 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. (R. L. Wormley Subdivision) The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Long moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Absent: Councilman Shanks The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Long moved that the ordinance be passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Absent: Councilman Shanks CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS_ June 18, 1964 After explanation by the City Manager, Councilman LaRue offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, an easement, five (5.00) feet in width, for public utility purposes, was granted the City of Austin, in, upon and across a portion of Lot 14, Block A, Spillar and Greenwood Addition, according to a map or plat of said subdivision of record in Book 6 at Page 32 of the Plat Records of Travis County, Texas, and in, upon and across a portion of Lot 15A of a resubdivision of Lots 15 and 16, Block A, Spillar and Greenwood Addition, according to a map or plat of record in Book 15 at Page 78 of the Plat Records of Travis County, Texas; and, WHEREAS, the owner of the above described property has requested the City Council of the City of Austin to release the hereinafter described easements; and, WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that the hereinafter described easements should be released; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the City Manager of the City of Austin be, and he is hereby authorized to execute a release of the following described public utility easements, to wit: Two (2) strips of land, each of the said two (2) strips of land being five (5.00) feet in width, the strip of land hereinafter described as Number One being out of and a part of Lot 14, Block A, Spillar and Greenwood Addition, a subdivision of record in Book 6 at Page 82 of the Plat Records of Travis County, Texas, and the strip of land hereinafter described as Number Two being out of and a part of Lot 1.5A of a resubdivision of Lots 15 and 16, Block A, Spillar and Greenwood Addition, as shown on a map or plat of record in Book 15 at Page 78 of the Plat Records of Travis County, Texas; each of the said two (2) strips of land five (5.00) feet in width being more particularly described as follows: Number One: BEING all of the east one hundred and ten (110.00) feet of the south five (5.00) feet of said Lot 14, Block A, Spillar and Greenwood Addition; Number Two: BEING all of the east one hundred and ten (110.00) feet of the north five (5.00) feet of said Lot 15A, Resubdivision of Lots 15 and 16, Block A, Spillar and Greenwood Addition. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks 1! CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 18, 1964 623 After discussion, Councilman LaRue offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, there has been submitted to the Building Inspector, the application of Mr. Ronald B. Zent for a building permit together with a site plan dated June 16, 1964 meeting the requirements of Section 10-B, 3 of the Zoning Ordinance of the City, for certain building establishment at 405 East 18th Street, more particularly described in said application; and, WHEREAS, it has been found and determined by the City Council of the City of Austin that, based upon the use of the premises for the purpose of an addition to an existing duplex the maximum number of parking spaces which will prob- ably be used by employees and customers of such establishment, taking into account the loading facilities on the site, the public parking areas and street space available for parking in the vicinity, public safety, and free circulation of traffic both on and off the site, is seven (7) parking spaces; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That seven (7) spaces is an adequate number of parking spaces for the establishment shown on the site plan of Mr. Ronald B. Zent dated June 16, 1964, for use of the premises for the purpose of an addition to an existing duplex. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Absent: Councilman Shanks The Council had before it consideration of off-street parking requirements at 2806 Rio Grande Street. The Building Official read recommendations from the Traffic Engineer, and the Director of Public Works recommending against the parking arrangement allowing the backing into Rio Grande Street. The Building Official recommended against the parking provision as now planned off of Salado, and he recommended that this request not be granted, because there really were only 29 useable off-street parking spaces for 47 bedrooms. Councilman LaRue inquired about his rearrangement off of Rio Grande, and the Building Official discussed another that might be possible. Councilman Long asked if something could be worked out. The Building Official said he had not had an opportunity to talk with the Architect. Councilman Long moved that the Council hold up on this request until further study be given. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks 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 ANΝΕΧΑTION OF CERTAIN ADDITIONAL TERRITORY CONSISTING OF June 18, 1964 ८١٠٠ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS (A) 20.18 ACRES OF LAND OUT OF THE JOHN APPLEGATE SURVEY; (B) 9.19 ACRES OF LAND OUT OF THE S. Q. WHATLEY SURVEY; AND (C) 4.9 ACRES OF LAND, MORE OR LESS, OUT OF THE THOMAS ELDRIDGE SURVEY, 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. Northcape, Section 1; Windsor Park Hills, Section 6; and unplatted land) The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman LaRue moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks 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 ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN ADDITIONAL TERRITORY CONSISTING OF 21.65 ACRES OF LAND, SAME BEING OUT OF AND A PART OF THE JOHN APPLEGAIT SURVEY, 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. (North Lamar Park, Section 3) The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman White moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks 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 ΑΝΝΕΧΑTION OF CERTAIN ADDITIONAL TERRITORY CONSISTING OF 38.49 ACRES OF LAND, SAME BEING OUT OF THE T. J. CHAMBERS GRANT AND THE GEORGE W. DAVIS SURVEY 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. (Northwest Hills, Mesa Oaks, Phase 1) June 18, 1964 425 =CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman White moved that. the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. The City Manager submitted the following: "June 12, 1964 "To: Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr., City Mgr. Subject: Bids on 12,000/16,000/20,000 KVA Unit Substations "Bids were opened at 10:00 A.M. June 12, 1964, for two 12,000/16,000/20,000 KVA Unit Substations by the Purchasing Agent, and sent to the Electric Department for evaluation and recommendation. "The bids are tabulated as follows: General Electric Company $179,710.00 Westinghouse Electric Corp. $183,972.00 Allis-Chalmers Mfg. Co. $187,610.00 Federal Pacific Electric Co. $182,180.00 Federal Pacific Electric Co. alternate $184,460.00 Pennsylvania Transformer Co. $166,340.00 ITE Circuit Breaker Co. $174,450.00 "All deliveries are satisfactory. All prices are firm and all terms are net 30 days. "I recommend that we accept the lowest and best bid of Pennsylvania Transformer Company for two 12,000/16,000/20,000 KVA Unit Substations for $166,340.00. "From: D. C. Kinney, Dir. Elec. Utility Signed: D. C. Kinney" Councilman Long inquired in which one of the substations would these be placed. The City Manager stated this was a part of the expansion of the Electric Distribution System. He reported one transformer would be installed at the Seaholm Power Plant in the substation on the east side of the plant, and the other would be installed at the Burleson Substation. Councilman LaRue inquired about a comparison of prices. The City Manager stated last year two transformers were purchased from Westinghouse for $72,000 each, totaling $144,400; and in 1961 two transformers were obtained from Allis Chalmers at $190,700. Councilman LaRue offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on June 12, 1964, for June 18, 1964 62. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS= two 12,000/16,000/20,000 KVA Unit Substations; and, WHEREAS, the bid of Pennsylvania Transformer Company, in the sum of $166,340.00, was the lowest and best bid therefor, and the acceptance of such bid has been recommended by the Director of Electric Utility, and by the City Manager; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the bid of Pennsylvania Transformer Company, in the sum of $166,340.00, 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 Pennsylvania Transformer Company. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Absent: Councilman Shanks The City Manager submitted the following: "June 15, 1964 "W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Mr. Williams: "Sealed bids were received until 11:00 A.M., Friday, June 12, 1964 at the office of the Director of the Water and Sewer Department for the construction of MONTOPOLIS AREA SANITARY SEWER. The purpose of this construction is to relieve the septic tank problem in the area of Riverside Drive, Vargas Road, and Thrasher Lane which are not served by sanitary sewer mains at the present time. 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 Bill Tabor Construction Company Austin Engineering Company Walter W. Schmidt KIT Austin Paving Company Capitol City Utilities Bland Construction Company Ford-Wehmeyer, Incorporated City of Austin (Estimate) Amount Working Days $12,743.30 13,005.90 45 25 13,784.60 20 14,766.25 35 15,254.30 40 15,699.85 20 17,087.80 40 17,393.00 "It is recommended that the contract be awarded to Bill Tabor Construction Company on their low bid of $12,743.30, with 45 working days. = CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 18, 1964 671 "Yours truly, s/ Rodger H. White Rodger H. White, Acting Superintendent Sanitary Sewer Division s/ Victor R. Schmidt, Jr. Victor R. Schmidt, Jr., 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 June 12, 1964, for the construction of Montopolis Area sanitary sewer; and, WHEREAS, the bid of Bill Tabor Construction Company, in the sum of $12,743.30, was the lowest and best 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 Bill Tabor Construction Company, in the sum of $12,743.30, 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 Bill Tabor Construction Company. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Absent: Councilman Shanks The City Manager submitted the following: "June 16, 1964 No. 64-A-8 "To: W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager Subject: Assessment Paving Contract "Following is a tabulation of bids received at 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, June 16, 1964, for the construction of approximately sixty-two (62) blocks of pavement and accessories known as Assessment Paving Contract Number 64-A-8, consist- ing of 14 units. Gieson & Latson Const. Co. Allen & Heidt, Inc. J. W. Stellman, Inc. City's Estimate $76,954.10 $77,071.89 $88,412.64 $85,971.00 "I recommend that Giesen & Latson Const. Co. with their low bid of $76,954.10 be awarded the contract for this project. "From: S. Reuben Rountree, Jr. Director of Public Works Signed: S. Reuben Rountree, Jr. " =CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS June 18, 1964 62 Councilman LaRue offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on June 16, 1964, for the construction of approximately sixty-two (62) blocks of pavement and accessories known as Assessment Paving Contract Number 64-A-8, consisting of 14 units; and, WHEREAS, the bid of Giesen & Latson Const. Co., in the sum of $76,954.10, was the lowest and best bid therefor, and the acceptance of such bid has been recommended by the Director of Public Works of the City of Austin, and by the City Manager; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the bid of Giesen & Latson Const. Co., in the sum of $76,954.10, 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 Giesen & Latson Const. Co. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Absent: Councilman Shanks The City Manager submitted the following: "To: W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager "June 16, 1964 Subject: Reinforced Concrete Culvert "Following is a tabulation of bids received at 10:00, Tuesday, June 16, 1964, for the extensions to a reinforced concrete culvert on East 12th Street at Boggy Creek, Contract Number 64-D-11. Maufrais Bros. $ 9,480.81 Norman Larson Ed H. Page Texas Bridge Co. $10,583.59 $11,050.64 $13,677.80 City's Estimate $ 8,772.00 "I recommend that Maufrais Bros. with their low bid of $9,480.81 be awarded the contract for this project. "From: S. Reuben Rountree, Jr. Director of Public Works Signed S. Reuben Rountree, Jr." Councilman long asked if a bridge were being repaired or a new one constructed. The Director of Public Works said it was being widened. Councilman Long inquired if the capacity were being doubled. The City Manager stated the roadway is being widened, and the culvert is being lengthened to provide a June 18, 1964 621 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS wider roadway over the creek. The flow area within the culvert will be the same. Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on June 16, 1964, for the extensions to a reinforced concrete culvert on East 12th Street at Boggy Creek, Contract Number 64-D-11; and, WHEREAS, the bid of Maufrais Bros., in the sum of $9,480.81, was the lowest and best bid therefor, and the acceptance of such bid has been recommended by the Director of Public Works of the City of Austin, and by the City Manager; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That the bid of Maufrais Bros., in the sum of $9,480.81, 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 Maufrais Bros. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks The City Manager submitted the following: "June 16, 1964 "TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council SUBJECT: Bids on one (1) 36" Short Form Venturi Tube together with Transmitter and Receivers (Raw Water Metering Equipment). "Sealed bids were opened at 10:00 A.M. June 10, 1964 in the office of the Purchasing Agent for one (1) 36" Short Form Venturi Tube together with Transmitter and Receivers for Filter Plant No. 2. This metering equipment will be the third raw water meter at Filter Plant No. 2 and is part of the general expansion of this plant. The City's estimated cost of this equipment was $10,000.00. "The bids received are: The Bristol Company Texas Filter Company, Inc. The Permutit Company Net Total $8,279.00 7,595.00 7,644.98 "An alternate bid by the Permutit Company in the amount of $5,592.86 did not meet specifications. This equipment has a shorter measuring tube and has less efficiency and accuracy. "The bid by Texas Filter Company meets all specifications and this is the same type of metering equipment presently in use at Filter Plant No. 2. - CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 18, 1964 "RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended the award be made to Texas Filter Company in the amount of $7,595.00 for one 36" Short Form Venturi Tube together with Transmitter and Receivers as the lowest and best bid meeting our specifications. "W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager" Councilman Long offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on June 10, 1964, for one (1) 36" Short Form Venturi Tube together with Transmitter and Receivers (Raw Water Metering Equipment); and, WHEREAS, the bid of Texas Filter Company, in the sum of $7,595.00, was the lowest and best bid therefor, and the acceptance of such bid 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 Filter Company, in the sum of $7,595.00, 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 Texas Filter Company. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Couricilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks The City Manager submitted the following: "June 16, 1964 "TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council SUBJECT: Bids on one (1) Paste Type Lime Slaker and Gravimetric Lime Feeder. "Sealed bids were opened at 10:00 A.M. May 29, 1964 in the office of the Purchasing Agent for one (1) Paste Type Lime Slaker and Gravimetric Lime Feeder for Filter Plant No. 2. This equipment is part of the general expansion of this plant. Bids were sent only to the firms manufacturing this type of equipment that meets the City of Austin's requirements. The City's estimated cost of this equipment was $12,500.00. "The results of the bids are as follows: Infilco Division of Fuller Company Net Total $11,437.00 "Another bid was received from Wallace and Tierman, Inc. in the net amount of $11,325.86 which did not meet the requirements of our specifications. This bid stated they did not include the price of two purge meters as was required in our specifications. =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 18, 1964 631 "The bid from Infilco meets all requirements of our specifications. "RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended the award be made to Infilco Division of Fuller Company in the amount of $11,437.00 as the lowest and best bid meeting our specifications. - "W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager" Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on May 29, 1964, for one (1) Paste Type Lime Slaker and Gravimetric Lime Feeder; and, WHEREAS, the bid of Infilco Division of Fuller Company, in the sum of $11,437.00 was the lowest and best bid therefor, and the acceptance of such bid 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 Infilco Division of Fuller Company, in the sum of $11,437.00, 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 Infilco Division of Fuller Company. - The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Absent: Councilman Shanks At 10:30 A.M. Mayor Palmer opened the hearing on improving the following streets: STREET FROM TO Canterbury Street Denfield Street Gomez Street Map Street Mark Street Oak Springs Drive Pedernales Street Sara Drive Spur Street Tanney Street Tillery Street East 16th Street East 17th Street West 51st Street WPL Pedernales Street NGL Sara Drive WPL Pedernales Street NPL Sara Drive NPL Sara Drive EGL Webberville Road NGL East 7th Street EPE Springdale Road NPL Sara Drive EPL Springdale Road NPL East 19th Street EPL Chicon Street EPL Leona Street EPL Lamar Boulevard No one appeared to be heard. WPL Pleasant Valley Road SPL Tanney Street EPL Webberville Road SPL Tanney Street SPL Tanney Street WPL Airport Boulevard NPL Gomez Street EPL Spur Street Tanney Street Spur Street SCL Manor Road WGL Chestnut Avenue WPL Chestnut Avenue A point 159' west of WPL Rowena Street June 18, 1964 _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Mayor Palmer introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE CLOSING THE HEARING GIVEN TO THE REAL AND TRUE OWNERS OF PROPERTY ABUTTING UPON SUNDRY STREETS IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS, WITHIN THE LIMITS HEREINAFTER DEFINED, AS TO SPECIAL BENEFITS TO ACCRUE TO SAID PROPERTY AND THE REAL AND TRUE OWNERS THEREOF BY VIRTUE OF THE IMPROVEMENTS OF SAID STREETS WITHIN SAID LIMITS, AND AS TO ANY ERRORS, INVALIDITIES OR IRREGULARITIES IN ANY OF THE PROCEEDINGS OR CONTRACT THEREFOR; FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT EACH AND EVERY PARCEL OF PROPERTY ABUTTING UPON SAID STREETS WITHIN THE LIMITS DEFINED WILL BE SPECIALLY BENEFITED AND ENHANCED IN VALUE IN EXCESS OF THE AMOUNT OF THE COST OF SAID IMPROVEMENTS PROPOSED TO BE, AND AS, ASSESSED AGAINST SAID ABUTTING PROPERTY AND THE REAL AND TRUE OWNERS THEREOF, AND LEVYING AN ASSESSMENT FOR THE PAYMENT OF A PORTION OF THE COST OF IMPROVING SAID STREETS WITHIN THE LIMITS DEFINED, FIXING A CHARGE AND LIEN AGAINST ALL SAID ABUTTING PROPERTIES, AND THE REAL AND TRUE OWNERS THEREOF, PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF ASSIGNABLE CERTIFICATES UPON THE COMPLETION AND ACCEPTANCE OF SAID WORK, THE MANNER AND TIME OF PAYMENT THEREOF, AND PROVIDING FOR THE MANNER AND METHOD OF COLLECTION OF SAID ASSESSMENTS AND CERTIFICATES; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY, AND PROVIDING THAT THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY UPON ITS PASSAGE. (Canterbury Street and sundry other streets) The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Long moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Long moved that the ruže be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Long moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. June 18, 1964 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Mayor Palmer introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE DECLARING THE NECESSITY FOR AND ORDERING THE PAVING AND IMPROVEMENT OF PORTIONS OF CERTAIN STREETS IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR SUCH WORK, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS, DIRECTING THE PREPARATION OF ESTIMATES, INVOKING THE ALTERNATE PROCEDURE PROVIDED BY ARTICLE I, SECTION 5 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN AND CHAPTER 106 OF THE ACTS OF THE FIRST CALLED SESSION OF THE 40TH LEGISLATURE OF TEXAS, DETERMINING THAT THE COST OF SUCH IMPROVEMENTS SHALL BE PAID BY THE CITY OF AUSTIN, PROVIDING A METHOD OF REIMBURSING THE CITY OF AUSTIN FOR A PORTION OF SUCH COSTS BY ASSESSMENT OF A PORTION OF SUCH COSTS AGAINST THE PROPERTY ABUTTING SUCH STREETS OR PORTIONS THEREOF TO BE IMPROVED, AND FOR THE FIXING OF A LIEN TO SECURE PAYMENT OF SUCH ASSESSMENTS, STATING THE TIME AND MANNER PROPOSED FOR PAYMENT OF ALL SUCH COSTS, DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO CAUSE A NOTICE OF THE ENACTMENT OF THIS ORDINANCE TO BE FILED IN THE MORTGAGE OR DEED OF TRUST RECORDS OF TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. (Camino Real and sundry other streets) The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Long moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Long moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Long moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. The Council had under consideration recommendations from the Building Standards Commission on substandard housing. After study, the Council sustained the recommendations of the Building Standards Commission as follows: Structure at 1707 Canterbury Street That the owner be given 90 days from June 9, 1964, to comply with the Minimum Housing Code, installing CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 18, 1964 65 plumbing necessary to comply with the Minimum Housing Code; and if he fails to do so that the Council refer the matter to the Legal Department for en- forcement. Councilman LaRue moved that the Council sustain the recommendation of the Building Standards Commission. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks Structure at 7401 Bethun Avenue- That the owner be given 90 days from June 9, 1964, to demolish the structure and clean the lot of debris; and if he desires to erect a new structure on said lot, a permit be obtained for such structure and he be allowed to store the lumber from the structure that was demolished for a periòd not to exceed 60 days; and that the debris and grass on the premises be cleaned immediately to eliminate the present fire hazard. Councilman LaRue moved that the Council sustain the recommendation of the Building Standards Commission. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks Structure at 7409 Bethun Avenue- That the owner be given 90 days from June 9, 1964, to demolish the structure and clean the lot of debris; and if he desires to erect a new structure on said lot, a permit be obtained for such structure and he be allowed to store the lum- ber from the structure that was demolished for a period not to exceed 60 days; and that the debris and grass on the premises be cleaned immediately to eliminate the present fire hazard. Councilman LaRue moved that the Council sustain the recommendation of the Building Standards Commission. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks June 18, 1964 - CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Structure at 1803 South 6th Street That the owner be given 120 days from June 9, 1964 to either: Repair the Structure so it will meet requirements of the Minimum Housing Code; convert the structure for use as domestic storage based on requirements of the Building Inspections Department; demolish the structure; and the lot be cleared of debris and grass immediately to elimi- nate the present fire hazard. Councilman LaRue moved that the Council sustain the recommendation of the Building Standards Commission. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks The Council had before it an ordinance amending the Electric Code to allow apprentice electricians to be licensed if nearest birthday is 16 or more. Councilman Long commended the City Attorney on this Ordinance. She stated they had a case of a young man who lacked a month being 16 years old and who had the opportunity to become an apprentice electrician, and the Code calls for the age 16. This amendment will allow this boy or any other who happens to get a job and makes application with the City, to get a permit to go to work as an apprentice. She stated there would not be many of these, and this was a deserving case Mayor Palmer introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 9.31 OF CHAPTER 9 OF THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1954 PERTAINING TO APPRENTICE ELECTRICIANS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Long moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Long moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilmen LaRue, carried by the following vote: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer Ayes: Noes: None Absent: Councilman Shanks The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Long moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Absent: Councilman Shanks. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 18, 1964 The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Councilman Long moved that MR. TOM NATIONS be heard. The motion was seconded by Councilman LaRue. Roll call showed a unanimous vote. MR. TOM NATIONS represented Mr. Paul Vercher and Mrs. Nadine Taylor, and filed a statement "Reasons Why I Think it Would be Desirable for the Property to be Rezoned and Why the City Might be Interested in Coming in on an Application." He had a map showing the City property in question. He stated the City now had under advisement the sale of this property, and Mr. Vercher and Mrs. Taylor would like to have the City join them on their application for rezoning so that it would be possible to have an area rezoning in this area that has become basically commercial in nature along Oltorf at the intersection near Lamar. He said Mr. Vercher, who has the property to the front is in the process of moving his shop back. They want to purchase Mrs. Taylor's property if it were rezoned there, and they also would like to purchase the City property. He asked that the City allow the application of its property to come through so it might consider the change of zoning preparatory to the potential sale of the property. The City Attorney suggested in order to keep the records completely separated, it would probably be desirable to authorize the City Manager to apply for a zoning change on the property. It would go in at the same time and be advertised simultaneously, but it would have been initiated by the City rather than by an application made by someone else, and he recommended that the Planning Commission consider this as additional area at the same time. After discussion, Councilman LaRue moved that the Council recommend that the Planning Commission consider the City owned property at the southwest corner of Thornton Road and Oltorf (portion of Lot 23, Block 2, Fredricksburg Road Acres) for possible inclusion as additional area to be rezoned "C" Commercial at the same time the two other properties (Vercher and Taylor property) are brought up; and that the rear portions of Lots 4 and 5, Fredricksburg Road Acres also be considered. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Absent: Councilman Shanks Pursuant to published notice thereof the following zoning applications were publicly heard: CLOVIS BALLARD 1817-1821 East 1st Street 94-98 Chicon Street From "G" Commercial 2nd Height & Area To "C-1" Commercial 2nd Height & Area RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Councilman White moved that the change to "C-1" Commercial 2nd Height and Area be granted. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks ) CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 18, 1964 The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "C-1" Commercial 2nd Height and Area and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. THOMAS J. STEPHENS By E. H. Smartt 2101-2107 East 19th Street 1808-1812 Ferdinand Street From "A" Residence 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 LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: : Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks 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. HENRY and LOUISE WOELKE By Giles Spillar 5813-5821 Burnet Road From "C" Commercial 2nd Height & Area Το "C-1" Commercial 2nd Height & Area RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Councilman LaRue moved that the change to "C-1" Commercial 2nd Height and Area be granted. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "C-1" Commercial 2nd Height and Area and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. PAUL H. VERCHER By Thomas T. Smith Rear of 2109 South Lamar Boulevard From "A" Residence To "C" Commercial RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Councilman White moved that the change to "C" Commercial be granted. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 18, 1964 631 Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "C" Commercial and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. BOB J. BAILEY 8903-8907 North Lamar Boulevard From "C" Commercial 6th Height & Area To "C-1" Commercial 6th Height & Area RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Councilman White moved that the change to "C-1" Commercial 6th Height and Area be granted. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "C-1" Commercial 6th Height and Area and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. PEARL ANDERSON LEE, by 1305 Chicon Street Burke Matthews From "GR"GeneralRetail 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 LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, White, Mayor Palmer Councilman Long Absent: Councilman Shanks 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. CAPITOL CITY OIL COMPANY Rear of 5304-5308 Burnet Road Rear of 2104-2106 North Loop Boulevard From "C" Commercial 6th Height & Area To "C-1" Commercial 6th Height & Area RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Councilman White moved that the change to "C-1" Commercial 6th Height and =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS- June 18, 1964 631 Area. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Absent: Councilman Shanks The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "C-1" Commercial 6th Height and Area and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. MARTHA P. HOPPE, ET AL, By T. R. Mamer 3501-3535 Manor Road 2249-2259 Greenwood Ave. 2248-2256 Redwood Avenue Additional Area 3537-3541 Manor Road From "A" Residence To "GR" General Retail NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission RECOMMENDED "O"Office Mr. Mamer appeared representing the applicant stating "O" Office was acceptable. Councilman White moved that the change to "0" Office be granted. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Absent: Councilman Shanks The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "O" Office and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. CAPITOL CITY OIL COMPANY 1815 Manor Road From "C" Commercial 2nd Height & Area To "C-1" Commercial 2nd Height & Area RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Councilman White moved that the change to "C-1" Commercial 2nd Height and Area be granted. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "C-1" Commercial 2nd Height and Area and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. June 18, 1964 6/% =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS CAPITOL CITY OIL COMPANY Rear of 4608-4610 East 7th Street From "D" Industrial 3rd Height & Area To "C-1" Commercial 3rd Height & Area 11 RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Councilman White moved that the change to "C-1" Commercial 3rd Height The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the and Area be granted. following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Absent: Councilman Shanks The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "C-l" Commercial 3rd Height and Area and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. JAKE SILBERSTEIN 1022-1030 East 11th Street 1011-1015 Juniper Street 1150-1158 Waller Street From "B" Residence & "C" Commercial 2nd Height & Area To "C-1" Commercial 2nd Height& Area Planning Commission Recommendation: NOT Recommended on por tion zoned"B" Residence RECOMMENDED on portion zoned "C" Commercial He MR. SILBERSTEIN appeared in his own behalf, stating the tenant wants to put in a cafe, and a package store adjoining so he can have food with beer, and liquor to go. He needed the rear part (facing on Juniper) for parking. stated he also needed the zoning necessary for a package store. It was explained this would have to go through the regular channels of filing an application, being advertised, and heard. Mr. Silberstein stated this would be a drive-in business and service would be extended to this area in the back on Juniper. Mr. Silberstein referred to the recent sale of property to the City. The Mayor stated this was a separate transaction, and had nothing to do with zoning. Councilman LaRue moved that MR. PHILLIP BAKER be heard in opposition. The motion was seconded by Councilman Long. Roll call showed a unanimous vote. MR. PHILLIP BAKER owned property on Juniper and llth, and wanted to build his home back there, and did not want any beer permitted on this rear lot of Mr. Silberstein's. He said to go ahead and put it on East llth, but not on Waller and Juniper. With reference to his building his house, Mr. Baker said he could not get a loan on it if this were zoned "C-1" Commercial. Councilman LaRue moved that MR. HENRY HAYDEN be heard. The motion was seconded by Councilman June 18, 1964 661 _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS= Long. Roll call showed a unanimous vote. MR. HENRY HAYDEN stated Mr. Silberstein's home was in South Austin, but he owned a lot of business among the colored people where they did not want it. He begged that this not be permitted on Waller and Juniper. He would be only 20' from them. He had no objections to his operating on East llth, as there are already beer joints on to Rosewood, and the people threw the bottles and cans in their yard; and it would be worse if this joint were permitted on Juniper and Waller. There would just be more killing. He asked the Council to help them keep this zoning from coming back there. Councilman Long moved that MR. WILLIE HOUGHES be heard in opposition. The motion was seconded by Councilman LaRue. Roll call showed a unanimous vote. MR. WILLIE HOUGHES stated there were many children in this neighborhood. He had no objections to Mr. Silberstein's having his beer joint on 1lth, but not on Juniper. MR. SILBERSTEIN stated this was a big outfit to whom he was leasing, and he would lose it if he did not get the zoning. He asked for "C" Commercial in the rear and "C-1" Commercial in the front. Councilman LaRue moved that the Council sustain the Planning Commission (To grant "C-1" Commercial 2nd Height and Area on 1022-1030 East 11th and 1150-1154 Waller and to deny the change of zoning on 1011-1015 Juniper, and 1156-1158 Waller.) The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "C-1" Commercial on 1022-1030 East llth Street and 1150-1154 Waller Street and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. LOUIS LAIBOVITZ Tract 1 2828 Rio Grande Street Tract 2 607 West 29th Street Tract 3 605 (603) West 29th Street From "BB" Residence 2nd Height & Area To "C-1" Commercial 2nd Height & Area NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission From "C-1" Commercial 3rd Height & Area To "C-2" Commercial 3rd Height & Area NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission WITHDRAWN by Mr. Laibovitz From "C-1" Commercial 3rd Height & Area To "C-2" Commercial 3rd Height & Area RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 18, 1964 602 Mr. Laibovitz asked to withdraw Tract 2 from consideration. MR. FRANK MALONEY, Attorney, explained the change of zoning was to permit a drive-in grocery to sell beer for off-premise consumption. Councilman LaRue moved that Mr. Laibovitz's request to withdraw Tract 2 be granted. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Absent: Councilman Shanks Councilman White moved that the change to "C-2" Commercial 3rd Height and Area for Tract No. 3 be granted. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "C-2" Commercial 3rd Height and Area for Tract 3 and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. The Council wanted to go look at the area. Later in the afternoon meeting, Councilman LaRue moved that the change to "C-1" Commercial 2nd Height and Area for Tract No. 1 be granted. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "C-1" Commercial 2nd Height and area for Tract 1 and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. LLOYD C. SMITH 210-212 Oltorf Street By Henry Wendlandt, Jr. 2317-2319 Wilson Street 2316-2318 Forest Avenue From "A" Residence To "LR" Local Retail NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission Councilman White moved that the change to "LR" Local Retail be denied. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks The Mayor announced that the change had been DENIED. _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 18, 1964 b 2103-2105 Alta Vista MRS. BERTHA JOHNSON From "A" Residence To "B" Residence NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission Councilman Long moved that the change to "B" Residence be denied. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks The Mayor announced that the change had been DENIED. CHARLES VILLASENOR Tract 1 1214 Vargas Road 6506-6510 Porter Street Tract 2 Rear of 1214 Vargas Road & 6508-6510 Porter Street From "A" Residence To "GR" General Retail NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission From "A" Residence Το "C-1" Commercial NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission MR. VILLASENOR represented himself, stating they proposed a drive-in grocery and washateria on Vargas and Porter, and believed this would be a service to this community and stimulate some commercial interest in that area. He had filed a petition with 200 names of those living in the immediate area pointing out the need for this type of service. Councilman LaRue moved that MR. PHILLIP STORK be heard in opposition. The motion was seconded by Councilman Long. Roll call showed a unanimous vote. MR. PHILLIP STORK stated this was a completely residential area surrounding this location on all sides, and he was opposed to their putting in a washateria and drive-in in this predominantly residential area. The City Attorney pointed out there were some zoning ordinance in other parts of the country that make a distinction between a home service such as a washateria, and a drive-in grocery, but the Austin ordinance has not. Neither does the proposed revision make a distinction between the services of this kind and retail establishments. At the present time telephone switching equipment, churches, electrical facilities and other facilities are allowed in residential areas, because they are residential. Obviously this is an application for spot zoning when it includes this commercial venture as a grocery store, and it could not be sustained. He stated the ordinance could be amended to include washing machine services in the same way telephone exchanges or electrical substations are included. It is uncommon, but there are a few ordinances that do make such a distinction. The Planning Director explained the provisions in the proposed revised ordinance in that these services would be worked in on a planned basis where there would be no encroachment. The Council wanted to make an on site inspection. Later in the afternoon meeting, the Council took no action, and the Mayor stated this would be held until next week. June 18, 1964 64 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS The Council recessed until 2:30 P.M. RECESSED MEETING At 3:40 P.M. the Council resumed its business. 3:40 Ρ.Μ. The City Manager stated he had a memorandum from MR. VICKERS, Manager of the Auditorium, noting that the Aqua Festival had inquired about renting the barn in back of the Coliseum for storing the floats that are being built by the Aqua Festival. They want to pay $300.00 rent for the use of it. The normal rate on a day to day basis is $17.00 a day when it is rented, which over the 13 weeks would amount to about $1,500.00. There is nothing else booked during that period, and normally during this period it is not rented. The $17.00 includes custodial work. In this case, the area will be used for storage only and there would be no custodial work. The City Manager said if this were rented, the City would still re- serve whatever space it needed for storage of tables and chairs, etc. Councilman LaRue moved that the Aqua Festival be permitted to use this area for this period of time for $300.00 for storage purposes only. The motion was seconded by Councilman Long. Councilman Long moved that the motion be amended to read $500.00 charge. The motion was seconded by Councilman White. Roll call on Councilman Long's motion showed the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Long, White, Mayor Palmer Councilman LaRue Absent: Councilman Shanks Roll call on Councilman LaRue's amended motion that the charge be $500.00 showed the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: Councilman LaRue Absent: Councilman Shanks The City Manager submitted the request of MR. ED ST. JOHN, President of the Aqua Festival, for permission to conduct a land parade, August 8th, beginning at 10:00 A.M. on Congress Avenue following the usual route; to block off the intersections on CONGRESS AVENUE and to rope it off to keep the parade area free from 1st Street to 11th Street; to prohibit parking on Congress Avenue from 1st Street to llth Street on Saturday, August 8th, until the conclusion of the parade; to be permitted to set up chairs on the east side of Congress Avenue between 6th and 7th Streets and charge spectator fees for the use of the chairs; to erect a reviewing stand on the east side of Congress Avenue between 10th and 11th Streets; and requested the cooperation of the Police Department for controlling the crowd during the parade. The Mayor brought up the possibility of barricading Congress between 10th and 1lth, if the Walton Building is being demolished at that time. The Building Official stated this barricade would not extend out in the Avenuejust the sidewalk area. The Mayor stated the Aqua Festival should know about this Walton Building demolition. Councilman Long moved that the Aqua Festival be granted permission to have the parade with the usual necessary checks through the City Manager and his people, that the iron seats be protected; parking be eliminated from 1st Street to lith Street on the morning of the parade; the intersec- tions on Congress Avenue be blocked; the streets be roped off; reviewing stand at the north end of the Avenue be erected; and the cooperation of the Police Department in controlling the crowds along the parade route as set out in their report. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: June 18, 1964 645 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks The City Manager distributed copies of the Progress Report on the Electric Department Capital Improvements. The City Manager reminded the Council of the Texas Municipal League conference at Villa Capri beginning Sunday evening. He wanted to make the necessary reservations. Councilman LaRue moved that the City Manager be instructed to get up to four reservations. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Absent: Councilman Shanks It was suggested that a hospitality room be reserved. The City Manager reported MR. ELMO V. COOK, County Agricultural Agent, had! written stating a temporary planning committee was being set up to help plan activities of the newly employed Associate County Agent for Ornamental Horticulture, and inviting the Council to appoint one of its members to represent it on this Committee. Councilman White moved that COUNCILMAN LONG be appointed as the official Council representative on this planning committee. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks The City Manager stated he had a copy of a letter from MR. WAYNE GOLDEN, calling attention to the fact that terms of MR. JACK BALAGIA and MR. JOHN H. CHILES, JR. would expire on July 23rd. The Mayor noted that Mr. R. L. Wormley and Mrs. Charles Villasenor would become full-fledged members of the Board at that time. The Mayor stated he would check with Mr. Balagia and Mr. Chiles. The City Manager stated he had a copy of a letter addressed to the Mayor from COLONEL FRANK BENDER, Commander at Bergstrom Air Base, pointing out that for several years the Base had been conducting Disaster Control Aircraft Accident Briefings, and another is scheduled on August 3rd. City Officials, Fire, Police, and Civil Defense personnel are invited to attend this conference to begin at 10:00 A.M. on August 3rd. It will be concluded with a tour of their flight line and a dutch treat lunch at the Officers Club. Councilman LaRue moved that this invitation be accepted. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 18, 1964 ; The Council discussed the Eby property at Mt. Bonnell. The City Manager stated the whole area is in the city limits, and the first house was built without a permit. The house now under construction is also without a building per- mit. There will be no electrical services to the second house; and should a line be run from the other house, service will be disconnected. The Building Official stated the construction is also in violation of the zoning ordinance. The Mayor inquired about the area study requested by the Council sometime back. The City Attorney stated no report had been received from the Planning Commission. Councilman LaRue stated Mr. King, the Consultant was asked to help out on this. Mayor Palmer asked that the Planning Department be requested to start on this study and get it underway. The Mayor stated also if septic tanks were used with the development, there would be trouble with the water supply. The Building Official reported a statement from one in the State Health Department who was concerned about contamination of the lake, stating although it was not now, it was getting close to the point where it could be. The Building Official was to have a meeting with Mr. Eby the next day. The City Manager listed a number of ways to handle this matter on an interim basis of enforcing the rules. Reference was made to Mrs. Eby's letter regarding the sludge operation in that area. The Council had made an on site inspection of the area, and the City Manager displayed the plans. Councilman LaRue moved that the City Manager be authorized to proceed with the sludge handling facilities for Water Plant No. 2. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Absent: Councilman Shanks The Council discussed the purchase of the K. C. MILLER property at the west end of 15th Street. The City Attorney said this constitutes the first piece of right of way needed to extend 15th Street west across Lamar Boulevard to Enfield Road. The property is 101 x 195' deep. He listed the amount of two inde- pendent appraisals, and recommended the value of the City tax appraisals be offered. The Mayor suggested taking one half between the two independent appraials, and Councilman LaRue agreed. After discussion, Councilman LaRue moved that the City Manager be authorized to negotiate for the property at 1500 West Avenue at a figure not to exceed $37,500. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: Councilman Long Absent: Councilman Shanks The Mayor stated this was a project that had been asked for many, many years. i 1 The Council discussed the Abattoir. Mayor Palmer asked Mr. Eldred Perry if most of the requests from the Austin Community Livestock Processors were for items required in order to maintain Federal inspection. Mr. Perry stated that was his understanding. He discussed the structural deficiencies of certain parts of the Abattoir. As to enclosing the dock, he thought it would not support a masonry wall. The Federal Inspectors require the dock to be closed or that the CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 18, 1964 The meat be wrapped in paper, which costs 50 cents per head. If the dock is enclosed it will not cost the 50 cents a head to wrap the meat, and the Processors want the City to enclose the dock. Councilman White stated he was not in favor of spending a lot of money down there, and favored staying by the contract. Discussed were the necessary floor drains and sewer connections. Councilman Long inquired how important to the City was it to have a Federal inspected place to kill cattle, and how many are being killed, and if it would be a disaster to lose this industry. Mr. Perry stated Federal inspected and State inspected meats were coming into Austin now in ample supply. The Abattoir helps to hold the prices down. Councilman long expressed the opinion that it was well worth the City's making an effort to keep it; and if $12,000 were appropriated, and the meat packers were asked to match that amount, there would be a sound investment. It would mean only a year's rental on it, and in the future there would be a good operation. There are 61 employees at the Abattoir. Councilman LaRue asked that information be furnished on the amount of money being discussed to do what is required--enclosing the barrel wash, cover the holding pens and concrete the holding pens. Mr. Perry estimated $25,000. Councilman long favored keeping the industry and having something to keep meat prices down. Mr. Perry stated these problems were not the beginning of what is going to happen. Councilman LaRue stated Federal Inspection rules would become more stringent from now on. Mayor suggested that Mr. Perry be authorized to meet with the Official of the Corporation and discuss the expenditures and see what could be worked out and report back to the Council. Councilman LaRue said he would be opposed to spending $25,000. The City Manager explained the contract requires the City to do normal maintenances, but does not require it to make additions, extensions and improvements. Councilman LaRue said if the City is going to stay in business, it would be better to tear that building down and build a new one. The City Attorney referred to the letter from Mr. Frank Brooks stating it did not indicate which requirements were made by the U. S. Meat Inspectors and which were their own requests. The City Manager asked if the Council would like to have a study on what the future costs of the Abattoir would be. Mayor Palmer stated looking at a long range and long term operation, anyone would consider a more modern plant rather than to go into this one; and this was a valuable piece of property that could always be put to good use, and whether or not the Abattoir is the best use or is something else. He said the Council needed to know how much money is being discussed, how much will it cost the City, how much the processors are willing to pay, and about what the anticipated future expenses will be. MR. PERRY suggested he contact the Austin Community Live Stock Processors, asking them to get a letter from the Federal Meat Inspector Authorities, telling them just exactly what they are requiring; and then he and Mr. Eldridge go over the requirements, getting an idea of the cost and then meeting with the Austin Community Live Stock Processors and show them what it is going to cost. Mayor Palmer suggested that Mr. Perry contact the Austin Community Live Stock Processors and tell them how he is approaching this. Councilman LaRue asked that information also be obtained as to what Federal Inspection was going to require next year, the next and on and on. Councilman LaRue offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: SECTION 1. That the certain agreement for right-of-way utility adjustments dated June 18, 1964 for Travis County Project 8014-1-11, U.S. Highway 290, ) CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 18, 1964 60. Agreement No. U-3658 for relocating the 69KV Crossing of U. S. Highway 290 at Station No. 85 / 60, for the lump sum of $2,586.56, be and the same is hereby approved and W. T. Williams, Jr., City Manager, is hereby authorized to execute said agreement on behalf of the City, including accompanying permit and other instruments, and to transmit the same to the State of Texas for appropriate action. SECTION 2. That this Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Absent: Councilman Shanks The Council had under consideration a permit to erect a building on East 19th Street and Clifford. Clifford Street will be paved from 19th to 13th, and right of way from this property would be needed for Clifford as well as East 19th. The Building Official stated they did not issue building permits on a thoroughfare where it was known it was to be widened. The Mayor asked that the builder be requested to bring in all the information and apply for a building permit; then it will be possible to make some kind of determination, as it will be known how much of his lot area is planned to be covered, how much will be needed for right of way for Clifford Street, and what the remaining square footage is. Councilman Long submitted a request about the possibility of putting a resuscitator at Barton Springs, as there was a child who almost drowned out there last Sunday, and it took the Fire Department 15 minutes to get there, and the ambulance about 20. Since it is so far out, it might be desirable to have one out there. The City Manager stated he would check into this. Councilman long stated MR. D. C. CLARK, Bowling Green Area, reported weeds are growing on the right of way of Bowling Green and Hathaway, and he would like to get those cut. Someone in the City had told him that there was an ordinance pertaining to cutting weeds in the right of way. The City Manager stated this ordinance has been in effect a long time, and makes it an offense for the property owner not to cut the weeds. Councilman Long stated there was a lot of vacant property in this vicinity. The City Manager said this would be referred to the Health Department and the property owners would be notified. Councilman Long asked if the property owners on Bowling Green and Hathaway Streets would be notified. Those streets are overgrown with big sunflowers, and she said she would like to see the City notify the property owners so they can get them cut down. Councilman Long had a request for a stop sign at HETHER and GOODRICH || STREETS. There have been four wrecks since September. It was stated stop signs were on Goodrich. Councilman Iong said Mrs. McGuffin, on the corner of Hether and Goodrich thinks there is need for four way stop signs there because the traffic comes speeding down both ways. June 18, 1964 610 _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS: Councilman Long read a letter from MR. RAY OSBORN stating that Robinhood Trail is the only through street between Enfield Road and Windsor Road west of Exposition and it is a race track. There have been 10 or 12 very bad accidents at Meredith and Robinhood during the last three years, and the City has not done anything about it. The last accident occurred Saturday and a woman was hospitalized. There have been a number of people injured at that corner. The letter stated the Department did erect a stop sign at Bonnie Road and Robinhood about a year ago after a series of bad accidents. Stevenson, a block north of Meredith, was the location where J. Frank Dobie was seriously injured about 18 months ago. The Assistant City Manager stated he would get this to the Traffic Engineer. Mayor Palmer read a letter from MR. RICHARD L. THOMAS protesting charging green fees every day of the 4th of July Golf Tournament at the Municipal Golf Course. The City Manager stated all the free tournaments had been discontinued. Free tournaments seemed to have been very unfair to the other people because they had to pay. The Mayor noted that the Council had seen publicity in the paper about the possibility of losing the mail service on the MKT Trains, 1, 2, 5 and 6, between Dallas and San Antonio. They have a hearing that has been announced and will be set before the Railroad Commission. They want to discontinue the passenger train if they lose the mail. There being no further business, Councilman White moved that the Council adjourn. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, White, Mayor Palmer None Absent: Councilman Shanks The Council adjourned at 6:00 P.M. subject to the call of the Mayor. ATTEST: City Clerk APPROVED tpliw Mayor