=CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Regular Meeting November 09, 1965 10:00 Α.Μ. Council Chamber, City Hall The meeting was called to order with Mayor Palmer presiding. Roll call: Present: Councilmen LaRue, Long, 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 The Council greeted and welcomed MR. FRANK BABINSKI, Deputy City Clerk, Dearborn, Michigan, who brought greetings from the City of Dearborn, a city of 115,000 population and the home of the Ford Motor Company. Mayor Hubbard, Mayor since 1942, sent a token gift of a replica of the 1966 Mustang, and a certificate designating Mayor Palmer as Honorary Mayor of the City of Dearborn. Mayor thanked Mr. Babinski. The As to The Recreation Director introduced "Women in Construction", MRS. JOHN NILL, MRS. C. T. WALLACE, and MRS. JOHN BARTON; and MR. JOHN NILL, Architect. The Recreation Director stated this group had a project for helping in the development of the Town Lake Plan, raising $6,000 or $7,000 to construct a gazebo on a small island or floating garden on the east end of the front of the Auditorium. It will take about two years to get the money and construction finished. MRS. JOHN NILL stated in keeping with President and Mrs. Johnson's "Beautify the Nation Program", they would like to do a program to beautify the City. Mr. Nill showed a sketch of a proposed gazebo on the island which could be developed into a garden, and access will be over a small foot bridge. the solicitation of funds of the gazebo, the City Attorney stated it would be necessary to have a solicitation permit. The Director of Recreation stated, in answer to the Mayor's questions, that this project did fit in with the overall plan and had been cleared through all channels. Councilman Long stated this was a wonderful idea, and she hoped it would be a starting point for other groups to help in the Town Lake's long range plans. Councilman laRue stated he likewise thought it was a wonderful project and accepted it with enthusiasm asking the City Manager to work and cooperate with them in every respect. Mrs. Wallace asked that they be permitted to place a plaque on the gazebo listing the names of the Architect, contributors of materials and labor, etc. The Mayor stated there would be no objections he knew of. He thanked the group and hoped it would encourage other clubs. _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS: November 9, 1965 Mayor Palmer publicly announced that bluebonnets had been planted at the airport in line with Mrs. Johnson's beautification program and her desire that they be planted at the airport. The City Manager submitted the following: "November 5, 1965 "W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Mr. Williams: "Sealed bids were received until 11:00 A.M., Friday, November 5, 1965, at the Office of the Director of the Water and Sewer Department for the installation of approximately 2,465 feet of 8-inch CONCRETE SEWER MAIN IN PAYLOAD PASS AND ALPINE ROAD AND BEN WHITE BOULEVARD northerly and westerly 1,700 feet and in Ben White Boulevard from Payload Pass easterly 750 feet. The purpose of this installation is to serve the Industrial Area along Ben White Boulevard. 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 Walter W. Schmidt Bland Construction Company H and M Construction Corporation Austin Engineering Company Bill Tabor Construction Company Ford-Wehmeyer, Incorporated City of Austin (Estimate) AMOUNT $ 8,572.35 30 8,782.80 30 9,854.00 30 10,799.40 30 10,890.20 35 15,052.20 45 T WORKING DAYS 11,222.05 "It is recommended that the contract be awarded to Walter W. Schmidt, Contractor, on his low bid of $8,572.35, with 30 working days. "Yours truly, s/ Victor R. Schmidt, Jr. Victor R. Schmidt, Jr. Director Water and Sewer Department" Councilman Long asked in the letting of these bids if these contractors were required to comply with the new regulations of backfill. The City Manager stated they were, and they came in with bids below the estimates, and there were no qualifications. Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on November 5, 1965, for the installation of approximately 2,465 feet of 8-inch concrete sewer main - CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 9, 1965 in Payload Pass and Alpine Road and Ben White Boulevard; and, WHEREAS, the bid of Walter W. Schmidt, in the sum of $8,572.35, 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 Walter W. Schmidt, in the sum of $8,572.35, 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 Walter W. Schmidt. The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The City Manager submitted the following: "November 5, 1965 "Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager Austin, Texas "Dear Mr. Williams: "Sealed bids were received until 11:00 A.M., Friday, November 5, 1965 at the Office of the Director of the Water and Sewer Department for the installation of approximately 1,340 feet of 8-inch CONCRETE SEWER MAIN IN PEREZ AND DELONEY STREET EASEMENT from East 16th Street to East 19th Street. The purpose of this installation is to serve the property owners in this area with sewer service. 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 Corporation Bland Construction Company Austin Engineering Company Walter W. Schmidt Ford-Wehmeyer, Incorporated Bill Tabor Construction Company City of Austin (Estimate) Amount $ 6,895.75 30 7,112.15 25 8,042.10 30 8,066.30 30 11,774.95 15,221.50 60 T Working Days 7,091.55 40 "It is recommended that the contract be awarded to the H and M Construction Corporation on their low bid of $6,895.75, with 30 working days. "Yours truly, s/ Victor R. Schmidt, Jr. Victor R. Schmidt, Jr. Director Water and Sewer Department" CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 9, 1965 Councilman Long asked in the letting of these bids if these contractors were required to comply with the new regulations of backfill. The City Manager stated they were, and they came in with bids below the estimates, and there were no qualifications. Councilman White offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on November 5, 1965, for the installation of approximately 1,340 feet of 8-inch concrete sewer main in Perez and Deloney Street Easement, from East 16th Street to East 19th Street; and, WHEREAS, the bid of H and M Construction Corporation, in the sum of $6,895.75, 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 H and M Construction Corporation, in the sum of $6,895.75, 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 Corporation. The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Council had before it for consideration ordinances annexing the following: Portion of proposed COUNTRY AIR Proposed WEST GATE SQUARE Proposed SPRINGDALE HILLS, SECTION 3 Proposed JAMESTOWN, SECTION 2 ADELE ADDITION and HOBBS ADDITION 0.77 unplatted land out of the T. J. Chambers Grant Councilman long asked if these were all requested. It was stated there was one where half of the property owners had asked to be annexed and half had not. (ADELE ADDITION and HOBBS ADDITION) The Director of Public Works showed the plat of the area, and stated if one part of the area were taken in, it would leave a "hole in the doughnut", so property owners are being contacted to see if they were agreeable to annexation. The City Attorney stated one of the problems is the inability of these people to obtain water on their lots. Mayor Palmer introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE EXTENSION OF CERTAIN BOUNDARY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN AND THE ANNΕΧΑTION OF CERTAIN ADDITIONAL TERRITORY CONSISTING OF (A) 2.01 ACRES OF LAND OUT OF THE JOHN APPLEGAIT _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 9, 1965 : SURVEY; (B) 2.24 ACRES OF LAND, MORE OR LESS, OUT OF THE JAMES TRAMMEL SURVEY NUMBER 4; (C) 11.58 ACRES OF LAND OUT OF THE J. C. TANNEHILL LEAGUE; (D) 13.69 ACRES OF LAND OUT OF THE JAMES P. WALLACE SURVEY NUMBER 57; AND (E) 0.77 OF ONE ACRE OF LAND OUT OF THE T. J. CHAMBERS GRANT; ALL IN TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; WHICH SAID ADDITIONAL TERRITORY LIES ADJACENT TO AND ADJOINS THE PRE- SENT BOUNDARY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, IN PARTICULARS STATED IN THE ORDINANCE. (Country Air; West Gate Square; Springdale Hills, Section 3; Jamestown, Section 2; and unplatted land) Councilman LaRue moved that the ordinance be published in accordance with Article 1, Section 6 of the Charter of the City of Austin and set for public hearing on November 23, 1965 at 10:30 A.M. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Mayor Palmer introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE EXTENSION OF CERTAIN BOUNDARY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN AND THE ANNEΧΑTION OF CERTAIN ADDITIONAL TERRITORY CONSISTING OF 5.84 ACRES 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. (Adele Addition and Hobbs Addition) Councilman LaRue moved that the ordinance be published in accordance with Article 1, Section 6 of the Charter of the City of Austin and set for public hearing on November 23, 1965 at 10:30 A.M. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Mayor Palmer announced it was 10:30 A.M. and the hearing on improving the following streets was opened: STREET Cater Drive El Paso Street Ethel Street West Gibson Street Jewell Street FROM NPL Virginia Avenue EPL South 1st Street NPL Treadwell EPL South 5th Street A point 550' west of WPL South 5th Street TO A point 217' north of NPL Virginia Avenue A point 17' east of EPL Wilson Street NPL Juliet Street WPL Bouldin Avenue WPL South 5th Street CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS November 9, 1965 STREET West Johanna Street Jones Road Linscomb Avenue West Milton Street Peacock Lane Sterzing Street South 2nd Street South 3rd Street South 4th Street FROM EPL South 1st Street A point 23' west of WPL Buffalo Pass WGL Barton Blvd. EPL South 3rd Street Oak Crest Avenue NPL Barton Springs Road NPL West Live Oak St. NPL West Monroe Street NPL West Live Oak St. TO A point 172' west of WPL Wilson Street WPL Manchaca Road WPL Garner Avenue WPL South 2nd Street WPL South 1st Street A point 25' south of SPL Toomey Road SPL West Monroe Street SGL Jewell Street (East) SPL West Marry Street No one appeared to be heard. The City Attorney stated in addition to the usual notices sent to individual owners, this hearing was advertised on November 1, October 30th and 31st in the American-Statesman. Councilman Long moved that the hearing be closed. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None 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 IMPROVEMENT OF SAID STREETS WITHIN SAID LIMITS, AND AS TO ANY ERRORS, INVALIDITIES OR IRREGULARITIES IN ANY OF THE PROCEEDINGS OR CONTRACT THEREDOR; 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. (Cater Drive and 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: - CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 9, 1965 Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None 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: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None 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, 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 VACATING AND PERPETUALLY CLOSING TO PUBLIC TRAVEL A PORTION OF THAT CERTAIN STREET KNOWN AS WEST 11TH STREET, IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; RETAINING AN EASEMENT FOR PUBLIC UTILITY AND DRAINAGE PURPOSES; AND SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF AN ORDINANCE ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. 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: Councilmen LaRue, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: Councilman Long Present but not voting: Councilman Shanks The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Palmer introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE ORDERING A CHANGE IN USE AND CHANGING THE USE MAPS ACCOMPANYING CHAPTER 39 OF THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1954 AS FOLLOWS: (1) A 1325 SQUARE FOOT TRACT OF LAND, LOCALLY KNOWN AS THE REAR OF 3700 NORTH INTERREGIONAL HIGHWAY, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "C" COMMERCIAL DISTRICT; (2) LOTS 5 AND 6, BLOCK 10 OF THE BELLVUE PARK ADDITION, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "BB" RESIDENCE DISTRICT; (3) SOUTH 61 FEET OF LOT 12 OF THE ALFF SUBDIVISION, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "C" COMMERCIAL DISTRICT; (4) LOT 65 OF THE HARMON TERRACE SUBDIVISION, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "C-1" COMMERCIAL DISTRICT AND ADDITIONAL AREA: LOT 64 OF THE HARMON TERRACE SUBDIVISION, FROM "A" RESIDENCE CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 9, 1965 DISTRICT TO "O" OFFICE DISTRICT; (5) LOTS 1 AND 2 OF THE HARDY ADDITION, AND A 0.48 ACRE TRACT, AND ADDITIONAL AREA: LOT 10 OF THE SCHWINGE SUBDIVISION, "O" OFFICE AND "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "LR" LOCAL RETAIL DISTRICT; (6) WEST 110 FEET OF LOT 1, BLOCK 3 OF THE CHERNOSKY #15, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "GR" GENERAL RETAIL DISTRICT; (7) NORTH 25 FEET OF LOT 6 AND THE SOUTH 45 FEET OF LOT 8 OF THE JEFFERSON STREET ADDITION, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "LR" LOCAL RETAIL DISTRICT; (8) A 3750 SQUARE FOOT TRACT OF LAND, LOCALLY KNOWN AS THE REAR OF 502 EAST 51ST STREET, THE REAR OF 5102-5104 EVANS AVENUE AND THE REAR OF 5109-5117 BRUNING AVENUE, FROM "C" COMMERCIAL DISTRICT TO "C-1" COMMERCIAL DISTRICT; AND (9) SOUTH 36.25 FEET OF LOTS 1 AND 2, BLOCK 8 OF THE SUBDIVISION OF OUTLOT 34, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "LR" LOCAL RETAIL DISTRICT; ALL OF SAID PROPERTY BEING SITUATED IN AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; AND SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman White moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Present but not voting: Councilman LaRue 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 Long, Noes: None Present but not voting: Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Councilman LaRue 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 Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Present but not voting: Councilman LaRue The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. The Council deferred action on the following zoning ordinance change: MISS LORENA JONES 3804-3810 South 2nd Street From "A" Residence To "B" Residence At the request of the applicant, Councilman White moved that the Council defer hearing on the following zoning application until November 18, 1965: DR. WALTER GOODALL By Robert C. McCreary 123 East 9th Street 822 Brazos Street From "C" Commercial 4th Height & Area =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 9, 1965 To "C-2" Commercial 4th Height & Area RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Councilman long offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: That S. Reuben Rountree, Jr., Director of Public Works be, and he is hereby authorized to execute and deliver to Missouri Pacific Railroad Company that certain Miscellaneous Contract Work contract dated September 20, 1965, under the terms of which the City of Austin agrees to perform repairs to the city streets necessitated by removal and realignment of tracks at East 4th and Brazos, at West 3rd and Lavaca, and on 3rd Street West from Congress Avenue on the North side to the Ice Plant, for the lump sum of $624.76 to be paid to the City of Austin. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The City Manager submitted the following: "To: Mr. W. T. Williams, Jr. City Manager "November 8, 1965 Subject: Sale of Houses "Bids were opened in my office November 8, 1965 at 10:00 a.m. for the sale of eleven houses that Urban Renewal has turned over to us for disposal by demolition. "Bids from seven different individuals were received and a breakdown of the bidding is as follows: Κ. D. J. H. McGary Sherman Means 0. Puryear c. A. W. Peters Heyer Johnston 1155 Salina 18.31 21.76 1161 Comal 12.67 1164 Comal 10.00 15.61 12.53 1166 Comal 26.10 10.00 27.46 22.53 1166 Comal 18.00 10.00 8.61 12.53 1168 Comal 26.10 10.00 31.62 22.54 1168 Comal 5.00 15.80 10.00 50.00 22.54 1170 Comal 18.00 10.00 8.61 17.54 1170출 Comal 22.00 10.00 15.61 22.54 1176 Comal 11.00 28.87 14.00 10.00 27.51 37.54 1406 Rosewood 51.00 11.00 26.85 12.54 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 100 November 9, 1965 "The high bid on each house is underscored in red. Due to the fact that these structures are dilapidated and also the fact that it would cost this office several hundred dollars if we had to demolish them, it is recommended that these bids be accepted. "If the bids are acceptable, the contracts will be forwarded to you for your signature, and should be returned to me for attestation and distribution. "From: Signed Dick T. Jordan, Building Official Dick T. Jordan" Councilman LaRue offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: (RESOLUTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the City of Austin on November 8, 1965 for the sale of houses to be demolished; and, WHEREAS, the bids of A. Heyer in the sum of $21.76 for house located at 1155 Salina, in the sum of $12.67 for the house located at 1161 Comal, in the sum of $15.61 for the house located at 1164 Comal, in the sum of $27.76 for the house located at 1166 Comal, in the sum of $31.62 for the house located at 1168 Comal, and in the sum of $50.00 for the house located at 1168 Comal; the bids of K. McGary in the sum of $18.00 for the house located at 1166½ Comal, in the sum of $18.00 for the house located at 1170 Comal, and in the sum of $51.00 for the house located at 1406 Rosewood; and the bids of W. Johnston in the sum of $22.54 for the house located at 1170½ Comal and in the sum of $37.54 for the house located at 1176½ Comal, were the highest and best bids therefor, and the acceptance of such bids has been recommended by the Building Official 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 bids of A. Heyer, K. McGary and W. Johnston 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 parties. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Council had before it a request for a bonfire for the Texas A & M Game on the north side of the river about one-half a mile west of Lamar, across the road from the football area, between the road and the Lake. The Director of Recreation recommended this site as suitable, as the terrain was rough. Caution would have to be taken to keep cars off the football field and out of the sand pocket. MR. TOM ROBERTSON had asked for this permission. Councilman LaRue moved that the City Manager be authorized to work with this group. (Bonfire to be Tuesday, November 23rd) The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 9, 1965 Mayor Palmer brought up the following zoning application deferred from last week: ROSA B. COOPER By Mike Arnn 2102 East 12th Street Additional Area 2100 East 12th Street 1201-1205 Alamo Street From "A" Residence To "C" Commercial NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission MR. MIKE ARNN explained this was a small piece of property only 40' wide, and not suitable for a residence. With the additional area, there would be 80' x 145' on East 12th Street and Alamo extra. His property has been condemned. He said if the Council would go look at the area, it would agree this site was not suitable for residential. The Planning Director stated the lot is not adequate for a residence under the ordinance. The size of the area was so small there would be serious limitations on parking. The Commmission had suggested that the individual owners try to block up an area, perhaps for apartments. Later in the afternoon meeting, after making an on site inspection, Councilman Long moved that the application be referred back to the Planning Commission with the request that they study the whole block. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None MR. CECIL CABINESS stated the proposal for the Suburban Alcoholics Foundation was going under contract today for construction, and he asked if the Council would participate in the ground breaking ceremonies. The Council decided to meet on the site between 11:30 A.M. and 12 noon Thursday, November 11th. The City Manager had a report from the Recreation Director that MR. FIELDEN BERRY the Concessionaire at Zilker Park had requested an extension of his contract. The records of the operation show that Mr. Berry has provided more revenue to the City than anyone else since there has been a concession there. The extension of the contract for a five year term would provide the same percentages as before, which is 25% of the gross sales on food and drinks; 15% on other items, and 50% of the profits from vending machines. Councilman Long moved that the City Manager be authorized to enter into an extension of the contract for the concession. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The City Manager stated in connection with the new lake east of town, they had been working with the Highway Department regarding reconstruction of a little bridge just to the east of where the lake will go, along the Farm to Market Road. An arrangement with the Highway Department was worked out, whereby the Highway Department would do the design, let the contract, and do all of the work, and the City will reimburse them for constructing a larger size structure to take the place of the present one. The estimated cost of construction, including 10% for engineering, supervision, etc., is $60,000. He stated as far as the water permit was concerned, everything was cleared; now they need authorization to enter into the contract with the Highway Department to proceed with _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 9, 1965 the design and construction of the bridge. After discussion, Councilman LaRue moved that the City Manager be authorized to enter into this contract with the Highway Department. The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The City Manager stated last week the Council asked that the Public Works Department flag the west boundary of the Missouri Pacific Railroad south of the river between the river and Riverside Drive. This has been done so that it is known where the right of way boundary is; also the route of the frontage road on the north side on Riverside Drive. It is ready for the Council to see how just where the boundaries are. The Mayor stated the Council would try to go by during the noon hour. Councilman Long inquired about any extension of West 12th Street to the Missouri Pacific Boulevard. The City Manager's plans called for 15th Street to go west and tie into Enfield Road in the area where Windsor turns off to the north. Ultimately 15th Street will be extended diagonally across Enfield and be tied into the Missouri Pacific Boulevard at 10th Street. The road would cut diagonally across West 12th Street which would not go any farther at this point; however it may pick up elsewhere. The first project is from Enfield Road East, but not all of the right of way for this part has been acquired. The route acquired does not require the destruction of any large apartment units already built. The City Manager reported a group of people around Creedmoor are concerned about a water supply, and they have organized a non-profit water supply corporation which wants to purchase water from the City, as there is no adequate source of water supply in that section of the county. The contract would be only a water purchase contract, not providing that the City read the meters or service the area in any way. They propose using plastic pipe, and they will have a 100,000 gallon storage tank which will provide storage for a five day supply. Water could be delivered to them at off peak times. They anticipated 150 customers. There will be a membership fee to join the corporation, and each member will pay $9.00 a month minimum water bill. The City Manager stated there would be another meeting with this group and their attorney wanted to bring the matter before the Council next Thursday. The City Manager pointed out some details that would be worked out before now and next week--rates, that they would not incorporate, that any subdivision would comply to the City's subdivision ordinance, etc. The City Manager stated the organization had no boundary limits set out. The Mayor stated the City Manager would pursue this further with representatives of the area, and that the Council would hear them next Thursday if they were ready. The Assistant City Manager reported the Down Town Merchants would like to have the Christmas lights installed and ready to turn on the eve of Thanksgiving. It will take the Electric Distribution Division about three and a half days to install these lights. Councilman White moved that the City Manager be authorized to instruct the Electric Department to install the lights and have _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 9, 1965 them ready by the evening of November 24th. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Councilman LaRue moved that St. Edward's High School be granted permission to have a parade starting at St. Edward's, coming north on Congress Avenue to 7th Street and going east on Highway 71 to Del Valle Field, on November 13th. (At the time of a football game) The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The City Manager distributed copies of the Monthly Electric Report and called attention to the filing of the Progress Report on Water and Sewer Projects, and Street Paving Report along with the Fiscal Report. Discussion was held on the Corporation Court's Monthly Report. The Police Chief stated the addition of 50 patrolmen on the street made an appreciable difference in the number of moving fines assessed and collected, being more this year than last. The Mayor stated the investigation on the dismissal of parking tickets was still under study. Mayor Palmer stated it would be very appropriate if the Council would take official action and adopt a resolution acknowledging appreciation to the press, radio, and television for the wonderful coverage of the U.S.S. AUSTIN, which was quite an event in the life of the City of Austin. Councilman Long moved that the Press, Radio, and T.V. be commended on their marvelous coverage of U.S.S. AUSTIN DAY. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Mayor Palmer read a letter from MR. D. A. RAGSDALE, Austin Building and Trades Council, commending the Council in its efforts to get the Atom Smasher located in Austin, and offering its assistance in getting this project located here. The Mayor stated the Atomic Energy Commission team proposed to be in Austin on the 19th, and he would be in touch with them to find out exactly when they could be in Austin. Councilman White moved that the Council recess until 2:30 P.M. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None ة CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 9, 1965. 2:30 Ρ.Μ. RECESSED MEETING At 2:30 P.M. the Council resumed its business. The Council heard the following tax appeals: AUSTIN CORPORA- Full Value TION, By David by Tax Full Value by Tax Assessed Barrow Dept. 1964 Dept. 1965 Value by Tax Dept. Value Rendered By Owner Assessed Value Fixed By Board 1.88 acres, T. J. Land $ 6,580 $ 9,400 $ 7,050 Not $ 7,050 Chambers Grant Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 6,580 $ 9,400 $ 7,050 $ 7,050 Balcones Drive Land $10,170 8.136 acres T. J. Imps $20,340 -0- -0- $15,260 Not $15,260 -0- Rendered -0- Chambers Grant Total $10,170 $20,340 $15,260 $15,260 Balcones Drive Land $ 3,946 $ 7,893 $ 5,920 Not $ 5,920 3.157 acres T. J. Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Chambers Grant Total $ 3,946 $ 7,893 $ 5,920 $ 5,920 Balcones Drive Land $ 2,150 $ 4,300 $ 3,230 Not $ 3,230 1.72 acres T. J. Chambers Grant Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 2,150 $ 4,300 $ 3,230 $ 3,230 .3 acres T. J. Chambers Grant Land $ 225 $ 750 $ 560 Not $ 560 Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 225 $ 750 $ 560 $ 560 61.65 acres Land $30,825 $77,063 George W. Davis Imps -0- -0- Survey Total $30,825 $77,063 $57,800 $57,800 Not $57,800 -0- Rendered -0- $57,800 5.1 acres Land $ 3,570 $ 6,375 $ 4,780 Not $ 4,780 George W. Davis Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Survey Total $ 3,570 $ 6,375 $ 4,780 $ 4,780 4.64 acres Land $ 3,480 $ 8,120 $ 6,090 Not $ 6,090 George W. Davis Survey Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 3,400 $ 8,120 $ 6,090 $ 6,090 6.1 acres T.J. Land $ 4,880 $10,675 $ 8,010 Not $ 8,010 Chambers Grant Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 4,880 $10,675 $ 8,010 $ 8,010 2.9 acres T. J. Chambers Grant Land $ 2,320 Imps $ 4,350 $ 3,260 Not $ 3,260 -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 2,320 $ 4,350 $ 3,260 $ 3,260 2.78 acres T. J. Chambers Grant Land $ 2,224 Imps $ 4,170 $ 3,130 Not $ 3,130 -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 2,224 $ 4,170 $ 3,130 $ 3,130 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS : November 9, 1965 AUSTIN CORPORA- TION (Con't) 315.76 acres T. J. Chambers Full Value Full Value Assessed Value Assessed by Tax by Tax Value by Rendered Dept. 1964 Dept. 1965 Tax Dept. By Owner Value Fixed By Board Land $157,880 $118,410 Not $118,410 Imps -0- -0- Rendered -0- Grant Total $157,880 $118,410 $118,410 17.346 acres Land $ 26,019 $ 19,510 Not $ 19,510 T.J. Chambers Imps -0- -0- Rendered -0- Grant Total $ 26,019 $ 19,510 $ 19,510 27.78 acres Land $ 19,446 $ 34,725 $ 26,040 Not $ 26,040 James M.Mitchell Imps 4,225 4,225 3,170 Rendered 3,170 Survey Total $ 23,671 $ 38,950 $ 29,210 $ 29,210 DAVID B. BARROW Bull Creek Road Land $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 Not 750 Lot 2, Block B, Northwest Hills, Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 $ 750 Section 3 Bull Creek Road Land $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 Not $ 750 Lot 3, Blk. B, Northwest Hills, Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 750 Section 3 Bull Creek Road Lot 4, Block B, Northwest Hills, Land $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 Not $ 750 Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 $ 750 Section 3 Bull Creek Road Lot 5, Block B, Northwest Hills, Section 3 Land $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 Not $ 750 Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 $ 750 Bull Creek Road Lot 6, Block B, Northwest Hills, Section 3 Land $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 Not $ 750 Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 $ 750 Bull Creek Road Lot 7, Block B, Northwest Hills, Land $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 Not $ 750 Imps Total $ 600 -0- 600 -0- Rendered -0- $ 1,000 150 $ 750 Section 3 Westslope Circle Land $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 Not $ 750 Lot 25, Block B, Northwest Hills, Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $600 $ 1,000 750 $ 750 Section 3 Westslope Circle Land $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 Not $ 750 Lot 26, Block B, Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Northwest Hills, Total $ 60 $ 1,000 $ 750 $ 750 Section 3 _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 9, 1965 DAVID B. BARROW Full Value Full Value Assessed Value Assessed (Con't) by Tax by Tax Value Rendered Value Fixed Dept. 1964 Dept. 1965 Tax Dept. by Owner by Board Westslope Circle Land $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 Not $ 750 Lot 27, Block B, Northwest Hills, Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 750 Section 3 Westslope Circle Land $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 Not $ 750 Lot 28, Block B, Northwest Hills, Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 $ 750 Section 3 Westslope Circle Land $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 Not $ 750 Lot 29, Block B, Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Northwest Hills, Total $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 750 Section 3 Westslope Circle Land $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 Not $ 750 Lot 30, Block B Northwest Hills, Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 $ 750 Section 3 Bull Creek Road Lot 31, Block B, Northwest Hills, Section 3 Land $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 Not $ 750 Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 $ 750 Bull Creek Road Lot 8, Block B, Northwest Hills, Land $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 Not $ 750 Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 $ 750 Section 3 Bull Creek Road Lot 9, Block B, Northwest Hills, Section 3 Land $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 Not $ 750 Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 $ 750 Bull Creek Road Lot 10, Block B, Northwest Hills, Section 3 Land $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 Not $ 750 Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 $ 750 Bull Creek Road Lot 11, Block B, Northwest Hills, Section 3 Land $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 Not $ 750 Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 750 Bull Creek Road Land $ 600 $ 1,000 $ 750 Not 750 Lot 12, Block B, Northwest Hills, Section 3 Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 600 $ 1,000 क 750 750 13.13 acres Land $ 13,130 $ 19,695 $ 14,770 Not $ 14,770 T. J. Chambers Grant Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 13,130 $ 19,695 $ 14,770 $ 14,770 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 9, 1965 DAVID B. BARROW Full Value Full Value Assessed Value Assessed (con't) by Tax by Tax Value by Rendered Dept. 1964 Dept. 1965 Tax Dept. by Owner Value Fixed by Board 20.5 acres Land $ 13,325 $ 15,375 $ 11,530 Not $ 11,530 T. J. Chambers Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Grant Total $ 13,325 $ 15,375 $ 11,530 $ 11,530 17.61 acres T. J. Chambers Land $ 8,805 Imps $ 13,208 $ 9,910 Not $ 9,910 -0- Grant 21.1 acres Total $ $ 8,805 8,805 -0- Rendered -0- $ 13,208 $ 9,910 $ 9,910 Land $ 9,495 $ 15,825 $ 11,870 Not $ 11,870 T. J. Chambers Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Grant Total $ 9,495 $ 15,825 $ 11,870 $ 11,870 .81 acres Land $ 567 $ 2,025 $ 1,520 Not $ 1,520 T. J. Chambers Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Grant Total $ 567 $ 2,025 $ 1,520 $ 1,520 Off Hart Lane 6.07 acres T. J. Land $ 4,856 $ 10,623 $ 7,970 Not $ 7,970 Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Chambers Grant Total $ 4,856 $ 10,623 $ 7,970 $ 7,970 Off Hart Lane 3.41 acres Geo. W. Davis Sur. Land $ 6,820 $ 5,120 Not $ 5,120 Imps 9,769 7,330 Rendered 7,330 Total $ 16,589 $ 12,450 $ 12,450 Lemonwood Dr. Land $ 1,149 $ 1,532 $ 1,150 Not $ 1,150 Lot 73, Block F, Lakewood Village Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 1,149 $ 1,532 $ 1,150 $ 1,150 209.44 acres James Cole Land $ 8,378 $ 10,472 $ 7,850 Not $ 7,850 Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Survey Total $ 8,378 $ 10,472 $ 7,850 $ 7,850 Bull Creek Rd. 2.16 acres T.J. Chambers Grant Land $ 2,160 $ 4,320 $ 3,240 Not $ 3,240 Imps -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 2,160 $ 4,320 $ $ 3,240 $ 3,240 Bull Creek Rd. 3 acres T.J. Chambers Grant Land $ 3,000 Imps $ 6,000 $ 4,500 Not $ 4,500 -0- -0- -0- Rendered -0- Total $ 3,000 $ 6,000 $ 4,500 $ 4,500 E. R. BARROW By David B. Barrow Bull Creek Rd. Land 222.537 acres Imps T. J. Chambers Total $278,171 $278,171 -0- $208,630 Not $208,630 -0- Rendered $208,630 $208,630 -0- Grant The Council heard Mr. David Barrow in a tax appeal on properties on Balcones Drive. Mr. Barrow did not want to take each parcel separately, but said the main thing, that based on presentations he and perhaps others had _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 9, 1965 : made in the past to the Tax Department, Board of Equalization and to the Council, had resulted in the Tax Department's and Board's giving careful study to the two types of taxes that are severe burdens to developers. They are studying treatment of newly developed land. Proper appraisals and rendition of large tracts of land are being considered. A small tract brings a higher market value per acre than the large tract. Mr. Barrow stated his tax renditions should be combined, as all of these pieces of property are not more than two or three tracts that are contiguous. There is one subdivision of 18 lots in Northwest Hills, Section 3, that had not been developed--no utilities or improvements, and it is in the acreage stage. The taxes were rendered in lots; but if that has anything to do with the tax value, Mr. Barrow said he would cancel the subdivision and turn it back to acreage. This subdivision would be about six or seven acres; and rendition on a per lot basis would make the full value about $2800 or $3000 per acre, which is too high. The property across the street is assessed at $1,500 an acre and that land is more valuable than his. The Council discussed advantages of selling property next to subdivided land; a subdivision would have money already invested, although it were not finished; limitations on cancelling a subdivision; a question of whether or not this property was included in the Water District purchased by the City 90% of the land is outside the City and subject to the School tax and area influence. The Tax Assessor explained the basis upon which the appraisals were made, and there was a road cut through the area, the subdivision was filed and engineering had been done. The lots were not appraised as finished products ready to market now. The City Attorney stated the value of property on the already improved Bull Creek Road would carry back to the depth of the road pratically the same value minus the sewer and water costs. The Mayor stated the Council would like to drive out to this tract and look it over. Dept. 1964 C. H. TAYLOR, JR. Full Value By Douglass D. by Tax Full Value by Tax Hearne Dept. 1965 Assessed Value Assessed Value by Rendered Value Fixed Tax Dept. by Owner by Board 200 Crockett Land $ 8,559 332 x 179 ft. avg. Isaac Imps Total $ 8,559 -0- $ 6,420 Not 224,780 Rendered $231,200 No Appeal Decker League $ 8,599 299,700 $308,259 MR. C. H. TAYLOR, JR. thanked the Council for its courtesy of this hearing, but he did not have his information together as yet. He was attempting to canvass a few of the cities in the United States that had large tracts of land tax free to educational institutions as a general rule, but he had no response from these towns that he would like to present in a tabulated form. He said he would like to pay his taxes without protest this year and come back next year with something he thought would be of benefit. Councilman Long moved that Mr. Taylor be authorized to withdraw his tax appeal. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None FRANCES MARIE LeMOND =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 9, 1965 Full Value by Tax Dept. 1964 Full Value by Tax Dept. 1965 405 West 7th St. E. 46' of Lot 7 Land $ 8,273 $ 8,273 Imps Total 12,235 $20,508 17,897 $ 26,170 Block 73 Assessed Value Assessed Value by Rendered Value Fixed Tax Dept. by Owner by Board $ 6,200 $ 6,200 No Appeal 13,420 9,180 $ 19,620 $ 15,380 The Tax Assessor stated the Tax Department had looked into the information furnished by Dr. LeMond in his letter, in which he questioned the land value on adjoining land of $1.05 a foot and $1.73 on his property. The Tax Assessor stated Dr. LeMond had used the wrong figures in the size of his lots and his land value was exactly the same as the others per foot. The second part of his request involved the building value, where he contends he filled in a court yard, and he claims the money was mainly maintenance and repair. value of his property was increased $5600. The Department felt the property should be increased and the value is about correct and very well equalized. Mayor asked the Tax Assessor to talk with Dr. LeMond about the land and explain that he was in error in his figures. The The The Mayor announced that the Council would like to take action on the Tax Appeals Thursday, November 18th, in an afternoon meeting. Mr. David Barrow made mention about Town Lake stating he did not think а bait house ought to be an architectural structure to blend in with the Auditorium, etc., that it ought to be a "bait house". He stated & bait house should be in that general location, it is a part of the Town Lake, a part of the use of the area, a benefit to the people, and it ought to go down there. Councilman Shanks reported two or three people live on the portion of Scenic Drive from Pecos Street to 35th Street and they would like to change the name of that portion of Scenic Drive to PECOS. The Director of Public Works stated he would have this ready for the Council by next Thursday. The City Manager brought up for discussion the addition to the barn at the Coliseum, stating the proposed building will be on the south side of the other addition, and he made an estimate of the cost. Councilman Shanks moved that the City Manager be instructed so that he will have the authority to contact Mr. Rex Kitchens and discuss the proposed Coliseum area to be constructed, and discuss the ways and means in which financial arrangements will be handled; and after an understanding has been reached as far as the building is concerned that Mr. Kitchens be asked to appear before the Council to finalize the plans. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Ayes: Noes: None Councilman White made the following statement regarding his vote: "I am going to vote for this, but I want it understood that the Shriners want that Coliseum increased to where they can have enough room to accomodate about 2,000 more CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 9, 1965 people. If a lot of money is going to be spent the Council could go ahead and see what it could do on the other like they want it. The Shriners planned to come before the Council about this also." The Council had before it an ordinance declaring the necessity for paving the following streets: Street Anderson Lane Broadview Street Clayton Lane Reinli Street Rosemont Street Sheridan Avenue East 2nd Street From Burnet Road A point 268' west of WPL Sheridan Avenue EPL Interregional Hwy. EGL Interregional Hwy. A point 268' west of WPL Sheridan Avenue NPL Reinli Street EGL Comal Street To A point 863' east of Watson Street WPL Sheridan Avenue WPL Cameron Road WGL Cameron Road WPL Sheridan Avenue SPL Clayton Lane WGL Chicon Street The City Manager discussed with the Council the paving of Anderson Lane stating there were drainage inlets, 44' curb basis on the west end and on the east end there is only a 60' right of way from Gault Street east. The joint traffic study made by the Bureau of Public Roads, the State Highway Department and the City Traffic and Transportation Department indicates there will be no need for more than 44' by the year 1982. It is recommended as right of way is acquired, that 90' be acquired so that the road can be widened beyond 44' later. From Gault to Lamar there is 70' right of way; and from there to Burnet Road the right of way varies from 70 to 90'. He discussed relocation of electric utility lines when the road may be widened to 60'; all water mains and drainage inlets are set now for a 44' street. The City Manager stated his recommendation now is for a 44' street unless the property owners would be willing to pay the difference in cost. The Director of Public Works stated if the wider right of way is needed he would recommend that Anderson Lane be deleted from this program and that they proceed with the other streets. They would have to do paving on Anderson Lane where streets are torn up now from the storm sewer construction. Coun- cilman LaRue stated the 44' would take care of the City for 20 years. The Director of Planning discussed the 90' right of way from Burnet Road to Balcones, and discussed proposed developments in this area. Councilman Shanks suggested getting an estimate on what it would take to construct this 44' street and how much additional expense it would take to make it 60' and how much the property owners would be willing to provide. Councilman LaRue expressed preference in going ahead with the 44' street now. After lengthy discussion Councilman Shanks moved that ANDERSON LANE from Burnet Road to a point 863' east of Watson Street be deleted. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None 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 November 9, 1965 = CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 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. (Broadview Street and various other streets) (Anderson Lane deleted) The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Shanks moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Shanks moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. seconded by Councilman long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The motion, The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Shanks moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. The Director of Public Works stated the study on the wider right of way would be ready by next Thursday. Mayor Palmer asked the City Manager to also find out more information on the development on Burnet Road west. Councilman Long moved that barber shops be added to the provision in the zoning ordinance with the same rules and regulations applying to beauty shops and that this be referred to the Planning Commission for study. The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: Councilman LaRue As to the zoning application of MR. E. O. QUINN, 9001 East Drive, from "A" Residence to "B" Residence, the City Attorney stated if the ordinance were changed no action would need to be taken on this application. The application was to be placed on the pending list. =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 9, 1965 Mayor Palmer brought up the following zoning applications deferred from last week: RAY CORBIN, et al By Jay B. Wilkins, Jr. 7814-7816 Watson Street 1101-1103 Anderson Lane From "A" Residence To "GR" General Retail 1109-1215 Anderson Lane 7813 Gaalt Street Additional Area NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission RECOMMENDED "LR" Local 1105-1107 Anderson Lane Retail Councilman Shanks moved that the Council grant the change to "GR" General Retail contingent upon getting the 15' right of way. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "GR" General Retail contingent upon getting the 15' right of way and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. ROGER HEWITT By Calvin W. Jayroe 600 Denson Drive 6200-6202 Guadalupe St. From "A" Residence To "0" Office NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission Councilman Shanks moved that the Council grant the requested zoning. The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: Councilman LaRue Councilman long made the following statement regarding her vote: "I have to disagree with Mr. White that this is spot zoning. I do not think it is spot zoning because the area across the street is not zoned and it could be any zone." Mayor Palmer made the following statement regarding his vote: "I think this is logical extension of a use being made within the area immediately across the street, and therefore I vote 'aye'." 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. Mayor Palmer inquired about the status of the Health and Sanitation Ordinances and the timing. The City Manager stated the Council was committed to adopt this before the end of the year. The Mayor asked if this could be gotten under way where there could be some public hearings held, and suggested November 9, 1965 - CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS if some ordinances were ready, they could be taken up as they come in. The Council indicated it would like to take the ordinances under consideration and hear them as they are ready, rather than waiting for the whole group to be submitted as a whole. The City Manager had a communication from the L.C.R.A. indicating if the Council would like to have the lake lowered, they would like to suggest beginning December 20th or 27th for one month; or if this date is not acceptable they suggested after the last week in February. Councilman Long moved that the City Manager be asked to notify the L.C.R.A. that the Council would like to have the Lake lowered starting December 27th; and urge anyone who wants to do any type of shore line improvement to get their requests into the Building Official immediately. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Mayor asked for publicity to let people know to get their applications in promptly. Councilman Long moved that the Council recess to go into Executive Session. The motion, seconded by Councilman LaRue, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None RECESSED MEETING The Council resumed its business in Regular Session. Councilman Long moved that MR. NED GRANGER be appointed as the Judge of the Corporation Court of the City of Austin. The motion, seconded by Councilman White, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None Mayor Palmer stated the Council was delighted to have him as the new Judge, and stated this was a Court very close to the people of Austin and the Council wanted to feel that one would get a fair trial anytime one appeared before him; that the law would be administered impartially, and that it be a Court of dignity. Judge Granger stated he would try to make the Court one that the Council and the people of Austin would look upon with pride. Councilman Shanks stated the Council, the last time it appointed a Judge of the Corporation Court, tried to raise the prestige of the Court, and Judge McFarling did a fine job of doing this. This time there were several fine applicants, and he thought because there were several, this was due to the fact the position of Judge of the Corporation Court has been raised to a prestige level. _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 9, 1965 Councilman Long moved that Councilman IaRue have his vote recorded with the Council's on the 9th Street opening. (November 4, 1965) The motion, seconded by Councilman Shanks, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None adjourn. vote: There being no further business Councilman LaRue moved that the Council The motion, seconded by Councilman Long, carried by the following Ayes: Councilmen LaRue, Long, Shanks, White, Mayor Palmer Noes: None The Council adjourned at 5:55 P.M. subject to the call of the Mayor. ATTEST: APPROVED Mayor Harley City Clerk