C CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS: MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Regular Meeting April 01, 1971 9:00 Α.Μ. Council Chamber, City Hall The meeting was called to order with Mayor LaRue presiding. Roll call: Present: Absent: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue None Councilman Atkison had sent in a letter of resignation. Present also: Lynn H. Andrews, City Manager; Dor R. Butler, City Attorney The Invocation was delivered by REVEREND MERELE G. FRANKE, First English Lutheran Church. ΑΝΝΕΧΑΤΙON ORDINANCE FINAL PASSAGE Mayor LaRue 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 39.30 ACRES OF LAND, SAME BEING PARTLY OUT OF AND A PART OF THE HENRY P. HILL LEAGUE AND THE WILLIAM BARTON LABOR; ALL BEING LOCATED IN THE COUNTY OF TRAVIS, 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. (Proposed Barton Hills, Section Seven and unplatted land requested by owner's representative) The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Gage moved the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Price, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. 393 C CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS April 1, 1971 394 ORDINANCE CORRECTION Mayor LaRue introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 681230-C ORDERING A CHANGE IN THE USE AND HEIGHT AND AREA AND CHANGING THE USE AND HEIGHT AND AREA MAPS ACCOMPANYING CHAPTER 45 OF THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1967 AS FOLLOWS: TRACT 1: A 3.572 ACRE TRACT OF LAND, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 7319-7333 I.H. 35 AND 801-917 BLACKSON AVENUE, FROM "A" RESIDENCE FIRST HEIGHT AND AREA DISTRICT TO "C" COMMERCIAL SIXTH HEIGHT AND AREA DISTRICT; TRACT 2: A 0.345 ACRE TRACT OF LAND, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 7319-7333 I.H. 35 AND 801-917 BLACKSON AVENUE, FROM "A" RESIDENCE FIRST HEIGHT AND AREA DISTRICT TO "O" OFFICE FIRST HEIGHT AND AREA DISTRICT; SAID PROPERTY BEING LOCATED IN AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; AND SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Price moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Price moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Price moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Ayes: Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. ANNEXATION HEARING It being 9:30 A.M., Mayor LaRue opened the hearing on annexation scheduled for this time. No one appeared to be heard. Councilman Price moved the hearing be closed and the administration be directed to institute annexation proceedings to annex the following: 6.60 acres of land out of the John Applegait Survey proposed WINDSOR HILLS, SECTION 2, PHASE TWO. (requested by owner's representative) The motion, seconded by Councilman Gage, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS April 1, 1971 395 PORTION OF EASEMENT RELEASED : Councilman Price moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing the release of a portion of a public utilities easement out of Lot 4, Block B, FAIRMONT PARK, SECTION TWO, releasing only the portion on which the house extends over the easement and not the portion covering the driveway. motion, seconded by Councilman Janes, carried by the following vote: The Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None CONTRACTS AWARDED Councilman Price moved the Council adopt a resolution awarding a contract as follows: vote: BLAKE CONCRETE, INC. - For construction of concrete sidewalks in the Model Cities Area - Contract No. 71-X-106 $104,662.00. (90 working days for completion City estimate $118,290.00) The motion, seconded by Councilman MacCorkle, carried by the following Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None し Councilman Johnson moved the Council adopt a resolution awarding a contract as follows: vote: A. B. CHANCE COMPANY - One (1) each 120 feet and one (1) each 115 feet Galvanized Steel Poles - $7,644.00. (To be used at MoPac crossing of Town Lake) The motion, seconded by Councilman MacCorkle, carried by the following Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None Councilman Price moved the Council adopt a resolution awarding a contract as follows: vote: MECHANICAL WHOLESALE, INC. One (1) each lot of PVC Pipe and Fittings $11,670,70. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None C - CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS April 1, 1971 396 Councilman Price moved the Council adopt a resolution awarding a contract as follows: SOUTHWEST LIFT TRUCKS CO. One (1) each Forklift ; - $15,441.00. (Electric Distribution - for moving transformers)' The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None Councilman Johnson moved the Council adopt a resolution awarding a contract as follows: *. BILL TABOR CONSTRUCTION CO. - For installation of approximately 11,040 linear feet of 24-inch C.S.c. water main, 200 linear feet of 8-inch C.I. water main and appurtenances for Interstate Highway 35 from Ben White Boulevard to Bluff Springs Road - $206,806.70. (250 working days - City estimate - $290,434.00 - Capital Improvement Program) vote: The motion, seconded by Councilman MacCorkle, carried by the following Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None Councilman Price moved the Council adopt a resolution awarding a contract as follows: vote: H & H CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY - For the installation of approximately 5,850 linear feet of 42-inch C.S.c. water main and appurtenances - South Second Street - $276,166.00. (210 working days City estimate - $290,034.00; Capital Improvement Program) The motion, seconded by Councilman MacCorkle, carried by the following Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None こ APPLICATION TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY After discussion with the City Manager, Councilman MacCorkle moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing an application be made to the E.P.Α. (Environmental Protection Agency) for the following: Purchase and installation of a centrifuge at each of the City's Water Treatment Plants. (1971 Capital Improvement Program) C C vote: _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS April 1, 1971 The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None It was pointed out this application would permit participation of at least 30% on purchase and installation of a centrifuge. Mayor LaRue noted there would be an additional participation of 10% due to Austin's being in the C.A.P.C and the possibility of a 50% grant. Councilman MacCorkle moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing an application be made to the E.P.A. (Environmental Protection Agency) for the following: vote: For grant funds to support construction of the City's wastewater treatment and collection facilities; namely the Cross-Town Tunnel and Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant. (1971-1972 Capital Improvement Program) The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None SALE OF HOUSES Councilman Price moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing the sale houses and accepting positive bids on houses to be moved as follows: Wesley Dahl Alta B. Hoyl Wesley Dahl 3401 Funston 3409 Funston 701 Einsted $1119.70 $2757.75 $5001.99 The motion, seconded by Councilman Janes, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None Councilman Price moved the Council adopt a rewolution authorizing the sale of houses and accepting negative bids on houses to be demolished as follows: Wesley Dahl Southwest Wrecking " 1901 W. 10th Street 611. E. 10th Street $500.00 $ 91.00 Jesse Torres R. J. McKenzie 2411 Santa Maria 904 Essex $214.00 $147.50 vote: The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes; None 397 398 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS April 1, 1971 SUBSTANDARD STRUCTURES Councilman MacCorkle moved the Council accept the recommendation from Building Standards Commission that the Law Department take proper legal disposition on the following substandard structures which have not been repaired or demolished within the required time: 1307 Maple Avenue Ollie Williams 1305 Maple Avenue Ollie Williams - That the structure located on this lot be declared a public nuisance; that the owner of such property be given sixty days from December 9, 1970, in which to demolish the structure and clean the premises; that after expiration of the sixty day period, the owner has failed to demolish the structure and clean the premises, the Legal Department of the City of Austin be instructed to seek judicial determination that the above structure is a public nuisance in a court of competent jurisdiction; that upon a termination of the legal proceedings in favor of the City of Austin, the failure of the defendant to abate the nuisance, the forces of the City of Austin with permission of the court, be empowered to demolish the structure and affix the costs thus incurred as a valid and enforceable lien against the property upon which the above mentioned structure is located. That the structure located on this lot be declared a public nuisance by the City Council; that the owner of such property be given sixty days from December 9, 1970, in which to demolish the structure and clean the premises; that after expiration of the sixty day period, the owner has failed to demolish the structure and clean the premises, the Legal Department of the City of Austin be instructed to seek judicial determination that the above structure is a public nuisance in a court of competent jurisdiction; that upon a termination of the legal proceedings in favor of the City of Austin, the failure of the defendant to abate the nuisance, the forces of the City of Austin, with permission of the court, be empowered to demolish the structure and affix the costs thus incurred as a valid and enforceable lien against the property upon which the above mentioned structure is located. The motion, seconded by Councilman Janes, carried by the following vote: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Ayes: Noes: None C C _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS April 1, 1971 359 AGREEMENT MODEL CITIES - PUBLIC WORKS Mr. Ojeda reviewed the contract. Councilman Johnson moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing an agreement between the Model Cities Department and the Department of Public Works for the construction of streets and drainage in the Model Neighborhood Area - $168,602.00 - 100% Model Cities funds. The motion, seconded by Councilman MacCorkle, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None AGREEMENT MODEL CITIES - www Mr. Tony Ojeda, Executive Director of Model Cities, gave a resume of this agreement. Councilman Price moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing an agreement between the Water and Wastewater Department and the Model Cities Department for water service, fire hydrant, and sewer relocation in the Model Neighborhood Area, necessitated by construction of sidewalks$19,975.00 $100% Model Cities funds. The motion, seconded by Councilman MacCorkle, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None Τ.Ε.Ι. ΑPPROPRIATION Councilman MacCorkle moved the Council adopt a resolution appropriating from the General Fund to Transportation Enterprises Incorporated, the amount of $20,214.04 in accordance with agreement. The motion, seconded by Councilman MacCorkle, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None FINANCIAL STATEMENT Councilman Janes moved the Council note receipt of the Financial Statement for February. The motion, seconded by Councilman Price, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen. Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None AD VALOREM TAXES Councilman Janes noted the ad valorem tax for operating the City isless than the School ad valorem tax. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS April 1, 1971 COMMENDATION OF THOSE BUILDING A CHAPEL AT AUSTIN STATE HOSPITAL Mayor LaRue read a resolution commending those who had provided contributions towards providing a Chapel at the Austin State Hospital. Councilman Price moved the Council adopt a Resolution of Commendation of those individuals for their untiring efforts. The motion, seconded by Councilman Gage, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None Not in Council Room when roll was called: Councilman Johnson The group of workers was recognized for its work toward providing a facility that could not be furnished through State funds. CHANGE ORDER Councilman Price moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing change order for Holly Street Power Station Unit No. 4 as follows: For Contract No. 401, Change Order No. 3 Deduct $ 9,351.00 Total Contract $4,762,147.00 The motion, seconded by Councilman MacCorkle, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None Members of the Council called for information. 400 April 1, 1971 401 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS し REFUND CONTRACT Mayor LaRue introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE DEPUTY CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CERTAIN REFUND CONTRACT WITH WALTER CARRINGTON; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. (Water and sewer mains in Highland Oaks, Section 2 & 3 - $13,794.74) I The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Price moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Gage, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Price moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Gage, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Price moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Gage, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. SIDEWALK ORDINANCE Mayor LaRue brought up the following ordinance for its second reading: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 31-4, CHAPTER 31, AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1967, PROHIBITING THE PLACING OR DISPLAYING OF ITEMS UPON PUBLIC STREETS, SIDEWALKS AND OTHER PUBLIC BY-WAYS; PROHIBITING THE SALE OF MERCHANDISE AND WARES PLACED OR DISPLAYED THEREON; AND SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman MacCorkle moved the ordinance be passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: Councilmen Gage, Janes Councilman Price made a statement for the record in that he was opposed to this type of ordinance, and he thought that both ordinances should be passed rather than just the one. He expressed hope that a park area could be located, and that these people be given an opportunity to sell their wares on a public square, or "market square" and be given some relief. -CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS April 1, 1971 402 C こ PAVING Mayor LaRue introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE RECEIVING AND ACCEPTING THE WORK OF IMPROVING PORTIONS OF MONTOPOLIS DRIVE, IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS, WITHIN THE LIMITS HEREBELOW DEFINED, PERFORMED BY HAUFLER EXCAVATION COMPANY, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE ISSUANCE OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENT CERTIFICATES IN CONNECTION THEREWITH; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY, AND PROVIDING THAT THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY UPON ITS PASSAGE. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Janes moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Gage, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Janes moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Gage, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Janes moved the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Gage, carried by the following vote: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Ayes: Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor LaRue introduced the following ordinance! AN ORDINANCE RECEIVING AND ACCEPTING THE WORK OF IMPROVING PORTION OF WEST ANNIE STREET AND SUNDRY OTHER STREETS, IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS, WITHIN THE LIMITS HEREBELOW DEFINED, PERFORMED BY UDO HAUFLER, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE ISSUANCE OF SPECIAL CERTIFICATES IN CONNECTION THEREWITH; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY, AND PROVIDING THAT THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY UPON ITS PASSAGE. (West Annie Street, West Gibson Street, West Hohanna Street, West Milton Street, South 6th Street, South 5th Street and South 7th Street) The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Janes moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Gage, carried by the following vote: CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS. April 1, 1971 403 し C Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Janes moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Gage, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None : The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Janes moved the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Gage, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor LaRue introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE RECEIVING AND ACCEPTING THE WORK OF. IMPROVING PORTIONS OF BUNCHE ROAD AND SUNDRY OTHER STREETS IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS, WITHIN THE LIMITS HEREBELOW DEFINED, PERFORMED BY AUSTIN PAVING COMPANY, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE ISSUANCE OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENT CERTIFICATES IN CONNECTION THEREWITH; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY, AND PROVIDING THAT THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY UPON ITS PASSAGE. (Bunche Road, Deloney Street, Eastfield Avenue, Delores Avenue, Lott Avenue, Louis Avenue, Mansell Avenue, Manson Avenue, Nichols Avenue, Reyes Street and Santa Ana Street) D The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Janes moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Gage, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Janes moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Gage, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Janes moved the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Gage, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. - CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS April 1, 1971 404 SALE OF SURPLUS PROPERTY Councilman Price moved the Council adopt resolutions (separate resolutions) accepting bids for the sale of surplus real property as follows: 3402 Grande Court 4509 Speedway C. M. Dowd $ 8,126.00 1304-1316 Ben White 4107-4109 Banister C. Darrell Hopkins $34,000.00 K.R.T. Inc., L. J. Ledesma $11,055.00 3401 Grande Court 3403 Grande Court William H. Leach William H. Leach $ 1,025.00 $ 1,225.00 3405 Grande Court William H. Leach $ 1,375.00 William H. Leach $ 2,180,00 L. C. Dure $ 150.00 Charles K. Goldman $12,511.00 Walter R. Hopkins $29,000.00 2006 Greenwood James Robert Wilson $ 1,375.00 Congregation - Beth Israel $61,555.00 Beulah Taylor Cooper $ 125.00 1018-1022 E. St. Johns 1607-1609 W. 39th St. 4604 Horseshoe Bend 1408-1412 W. 38th St. 1012-1016 E. St. Johns vote: The motions, seconded by Councilman MacCorkle, carried by the following Ayes: Councilmen Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: Councilman Gage Councilman Price moved the Council reject the bids on the following surplus real property: 4004-4006 Wadford 2211-2217 Greenwood 107-111 Tillery 4605 Horseshoe Bend 4514 Highland Terrace 2008 Winsted Lane 1006-1010 E. St. Johns 312 West Annie Street 1 2104 Westover Road 4516 Highland Terrace 1024-1028 E. St. 930-934 Ε. St. Johns 924-928 E. St. Johns 1000-1004 E. St. Johns 918-922 Ε. St. Johns The motion, seconded by Councilman Janes, carried by the following vote: Councilmen Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Councilman Gage Ayes: Noes: DISCUSSION OF BID ON SURPLUS PROPERTIES Mr. Hugh W. McLeland appeared regarding bid proposals on several pieces of property for which the City had recently advertised. He had offered to purchase the property which he is now renting, fut found it had to be advertised for bids. He described the house as being in poor condition, that bidding what some appraisors had set as the value, would not be a good investment. Не pointed out a need for reappraisal, taking into account the bad plumbing, electrical system's being below the City's standards, and other major repairs needed. The City Manager was not recommending that the particular property under discussion be sold at this time, as the house needs to be vacated, put in better condition, and re-advertised later. Councilman Janes moved the Council reject the bid. The motion, seconded by Councilman MacCorkle, carried by the following vote: _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS April 1, 1971 405 Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None Not in Council Room when roll was called: Councilman Johnson It was stated Mr. Hugh McLeland would have another chance to bid on the property after renovations. ZONING ORDINANCES Mayor LaRue brought up the following ordinance for its second reading: AN ORDINANCE ORDERING A CHANGE IN USE AND CHANGING THE USE MAPS ACCOMPANYING CHAPTER 45 OF THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1967 AS FOLLOWS: A 12,720 SQUARE FOOT TRACT OF LAND, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 2926 EAST 12TH STREET, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "LR" LOCAL RETAIL DISTRICT, SAID PROPERTY BEING LOCATED IN AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS. The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Janes moved the ordinance be passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Mayor LaRue Noes: Councilmen Gage, Price Mayor LaRue introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE ORDERING A CHANGE IN USE AND CHANGING THE USE MAPS ACCOMPANYING CHAPTER 45 OF THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1967 AS FOLLOWS: LOTS 1-4, RESUBDIVISION OF LOTS 1-4, BLOCK "C" TOWNLAKE PLAZA, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 1315-1525 TOWN CREEK DRIVE; 1314-1574 TINNIN FORD ROAD AND 2000-2022 EAST RIVERSIDE DRIVE; FROM "B" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "GR" GENERAL RETAIL DISTRICT; SAID PROPERTY BEING LOCATED IN AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; AND SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Gage moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Gage moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Gage moved that the し =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS April 1, 1971 ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor LaRue introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE ORDERING A CHANGE IN USE AND CHANGING THE USE MAPS ACCOMPANYING CHAPTER 45 OF THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1967 AS FOLLOWS: 196,250 SQUARE FEET OF LAND, BLOCK F, GREENBRIAR, SECTION 2, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 2705-3021 PARKER LANE, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "BB" RESIDENCE DISTRICT, SAID PROPERTY BEING LOCATED IN AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; AND SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Price moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Gage, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None Not in Council Room when Koll was called: Councilman Johnson The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Price moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Gage, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None Not in Council Room when roll was called: Councilman Johnson The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Price moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Gage, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None Not in Council Room when Boll was called: Councilman Johnson The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. 406 ! ن CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS April 1, 1971 407 Mayor LaRue introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE ORDERING A CHANGE IN USE AND CHANGING THE USE MAPS ACCOMPANYING CHAPTER 45 OF THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1967 AS FOLLOWS: A 15.68 ACRE TRACT OF LAND, LOCALLY KNOWN AS REAR 2729-3017 SOUTH I.H. 35, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "BB" RESIDENCE DISTRICT; SAID PROPERTY BEING LOCATED IN AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; AND SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. The ordinance was read the first time and Councilman Price moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Gage, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The ordinance was read the second time and Councilman Price moved that the rule be suspended and the ordinance passed to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Gage, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The ordinance was read the third time and Councilman Price moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Gage, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. ZONING HEARINGS Pursuant to published notice thereof the Mayor announced the Council would now hear the zoning cases scheduled for public hearing on this date as follows: DAVID B. BARROW By Jeryl D. Hart C14-71-025 3571-3593 Far West Blvd. 7053-7077 Village Center From Interim "A" Residence 1st Height & Area To "GR" General Retail 1st Height & Area RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission The Director of Planning reviewed the case locating it in the area, describing the uses of surrounding properties and adequacy of streets. Councilman Gage moved the change to "GR" General Retail 1st Height & Area be granted. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS April 1, 1971 Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "GR" General Retail lat Height and Area and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. 408 C WILEY N. WHEELER C14-71-034 1418-1420 Fort View Road From "A" Residence To "GR" General Retail RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission The Director of Planning reviewed the case locating it in the area, describing the uses of surrounding properties and adequacy of streets. Councilman Gage moved the change to "GR" General Retail be granted. seconded by Councilman Price, carried by the following vote: The motion, Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "GR" General Retail and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. EDWARD B. REEVES C14-71-039 2015-2021 South Lamar Boulevard From "A" Residence 1st Height & Area and "C" Commercial 2nd Height & Area To "C" Commercial 2nd Height & Area RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission The Director of Planning reviewed the case locating it in the area, describing the uses of surrounding properties and adequacy of streets. Councilman Johnson moved the change to "C" Commercial 2nd Height and Area be granted. The motion, seconded by Councilman Price, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "C" Commercial 2nd Height and Area and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS April 1, 1971 409 J. C. ENTERPRISES By T. W. Caffey and Stanley W. Johnson C14-71-027 405-407 Swanee Drive From "A" Residence Το "BB" Residence RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission subject to 5' of right- of-way on Swanee Drive The Director of Planning reviewed the case locating it in the area, describing the uses of surrounding properties and adequacy of streets. Councilman MacCorkle moved the change to "BB" Residence be granted subject to 5' of right of way on Swanee Drive. The motion, seconded by Councilman Gage, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor RaRue Noes: None The Mayor announced that the changehad been granted to "BB" Residence subject to 5' of right of way on Swanee Drive and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. OSCAR B. PETERSON, SR. C14-71-031 1010 East 39th Street From "A" Residence To "0" Office RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission subject to 5' of right-of-way on East 39th Street The Director of Planning reviewed the case locating it in the area, describing the uses of surrounding properties and adequacy of street, Councilman Gage moved the change to "O" Office be granted subject to 5' of right of way on East 39th Street. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Ayes: Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "0" Office subject to 5' of right of way on East 39th Street and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. LIBERTY INDUSTRIES By Tom Curtis C14-71-032 7100-7104 No. Interregional Highway 35 To From "C" Commercial 1st Height & Area "C" Commercial 2nd Height & Area RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission subject to necessary approval of the Airport Zoning Board and the Federal Aviation Agency _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS April 1, 1971 The Director of Planning reviewed the case locating it in the area, describing the uses of surrounding properties and adequacy of street. Councilman Gage moved the change to "C" Commercial 2nd Height & Area be granted as recommended. The motion, seconded by Councilman Johnson, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "C" Commercial 2nd Height and area subject to necessary approval of the Airport Zoning Board and the Federal Aviation Agency (letter from FAA sent to Planning) and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. 410 EMILE JAMAIL By Richard C. Baker C14-71-035. 1104 Lambie Street To From "A" Residence "0" Office RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission subject to 5' of right of way on Lambie and a short form subdivision The Director of Planning reviewed the case locating it in the area, describing the uses of surrounding properties and adequacy of street. No one appeared representing the application. Councilman Price moved the zoning be granted as recommended by the Planning Commission, subject to 5' of right of way on Lambie and a short form subdivision. The motion, seconded by Councilman Gage, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None Later in the meeting Mr. Richard Baker appeared asking for reconsideration particularly on the short form subdivision. Mr. Foxworth, Planning Department, explained that at this time there would be no need for the short form subdivision, and the properties would be under separate ownerships. Councilman Price then moved that the requirement of the short form subdivision be deleted. The motion, seconded by Councilman MacCorkle, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "O" Office subject to 5' of right of way on Lambie Street and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. C JOE RUSSO By Richard C. Baker C14-71-042 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS April 1, 1971 4501-4705 East Riverside Drive From "BB" Residence To "GR" General Retail RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission subject to the major street requirements as they affect this tract The Director of Planning reviewed the case locating it in the area, describing the uses of surrounding properties and adequacy of streets. The City Manager stated Riverside Drive Improvement would be brought before the Council shortly. Councilman Price moved the change be granted "GR" General Retail as recommended. The motion, seconded by Councilman Janes, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "GR" General Retail subject to provisions being worked out between the property owners and Planning Commission, and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. PETE SOSA C14-71-028 307 Cumberland Road 2701-2705 Wilson Street From "A" Residence To "C" Commercial NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission RECOMMENDED "B" Residence subject to 5' of right of way on Cumberland The Director of Planning reviewed the case locating it in the area, describing the uses of surrounding properties and adequacy of streets. Councilman Gage moved the Change be granted to "B" Residence as recommended subject to 5' of right of way on Cumberland. The motion, seconded by Councilman MacCorkle, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "B" Residence subject to 5' of right of way on Cumberland and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. C V April 1, 1971 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS C. DARRELL HOPKINS C14-71-033 Tract 1 2713-2809 U.S.Highway 183 8809-8892 McCann Drive Tract 2 2804-2814 Thrushwood Drive From Interim "A" Residence 1st Height & Area NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission RECOMMENDED "C" Commer- cial 1st Height & Area on north 150' and "GR" General Retail 1st Height & Area on remainder of tract From Interim "A" Residence 1st Height & Area To "O" Office 2nd Height & Area NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission RECOMMENDED "GR" General Retail 1st Height & Area on the north 146 feet and "A" Residence for remainder of tract Both tracts subject to 70' setback line from U.S. Highway 183, a 50' building setback from "A" Residence property lines and 6' privacy fence where property abuts the residential subdivision The Director of Planning reviewed the case locating it in the area, describing the uses of surrounding properties and adequacy of streets. Mr. Walter Foxworth, Supervising Planner in the Planning Department, reported Mr. Hopkins had amended his request at the Planning Commission meeting to conform with the recommendation of the Planning Commission. Councilman Gage moved the zoning be granted as recommended. The motion, seconded by Councilman Price, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The Mayor announced that the zoning had been granted as recommended and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. 412 し CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS April 1, 1971 413 W. H. BULLARD By Arthur L. Sims C14-71-040 2005 Airport Boulevard From "C" Commercial Το "C-2" Commercial RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission subject to withdrawal by the applicant of his previous application for "C-2" Commercial in the shopping center The Director of Planning reviewed the case locating it in the area, describing the uses of surrounding properties and adequacy of streets. Councilman Price moved the change to "C-2" Commercial be granted as recommended. The motion, seconded by Councilman Janes, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "C-2" Commercial as recommended and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. JOHN MCPHAUL C14-71-041 Rear 9700-9808 Dallum Drive From Interim "A" Residence 1st Height & Area "To "BB" Residence 1st Height & Area RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission subject to 40' setback for a buffer along the east property line, privacy fencing on the east and north sides of the tract, and subdivi- sion The Director of Planning reviewed the case locating it in the area, describing the uses of surrounding properties and adequacy of streets. Subdivision plat approved and recorded. Councilman Gage moved the change to "BB" Residence 1st Height and Area be granted as recommended. The motion, seconded by Councilman Price, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "BB" Residence 1st Height and Area as recommended and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS April 1, 1971 V AUSTEX DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, LIMITED Tract 1 6309-6411 East 19th Street By W. T. Williams, Jr. 4910-4924 Craigwood Drive C14-71-043 Tract 2 6419-6503 East 19th Street 4911-4925 Craigwood Drive From Interim "A" Residence 1st Height & Area To "C" Commercial 1st Height & Area NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission RECOMMENDED "GR" General Retail subject to subdivision and privacy fencing along the south property line The Director of Planning reviewed the case locating it in the area, describing the uses of surrounding properties and adequacy of streets. MR. D. W. PENNICK, 6309 Craigwood Circle, stated only two people received notices, and they were in opposition to the zoning. Councilman Johnson noted the application had been amended to "GR" General Retail rather than "C" Commercial zoning, Mr. W. T. WILLIAMS, JR., representing the Austex Development Company, stated there was no immediate plan for this development, and the property may be offered for sale. He said the amendment of the application from "C" Commercial to "GR" General Retail was made, and it was thought the provisions of business facilities would be helpful to the area, as there are no other such facilities near by. It would be an asset to the subdivision to have a convenience area near to serve the residents. Mr. Foxworth noted the Master Plan designated a business use west between Craigwood and the Boulevard, which is designated as industrial. The area has changed from industrial to residential. Councilman MacCorkle moved the change to "GR" General Retail be granted as recommended by the Planning Commission. The motion, seconded by Councilman Price, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been granted to "GR" General Retail as recommended and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. WILLIAM DALE DODSON C44-71-029 4418 Barrow Avenue 511-515 East 45th Street From "A" Residence Το "GR" General Retail RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission subject to 20' of right-of-way on East 45th and 5' of right- of-way on Barrow Discussion was held on the 20' right of way for 45th Street, Mr. Walt Foxworth,, Planning Department Supervising Planner, explained this 20' was recommended to comply with the arterial plan. The applicant was not present, Councilman Janes' motion to accept the recommendation died for lack of a second. Councilman MacCorkle's motion to deny the zoning also died for lack of a second. Councilman Gage moved the Council table this zoning case for a time giving the 니 し _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS April 1, 1971 applicant an opportunity to express himself. The motion, seconded by Councilman Price, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The Mayor announced that the application had been POSTPONED. Boulevard H. MORRIS STEVENS & 4002-4030 Airport MRS. JEAN SCHIEFFER C14-71-006 To From "A" Residence "B" Residence RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission subject to privacy fencing where the tract abuts single- family residential development, and the restrictioncof no more than 3 curb breaks on Airport Boulevard Mayor LaRue brought up a question in which Councilman Gage felt he should disqualify himself. Councilman Gage did disqualify himself from participation in this zoning, as he had holdings in the area. The Mayor had brought this up because there was a petition filed in compliance with Section 31-B (as amended June 5, 1969) of the Zoning Text. The filing of the valid petition would require six votes by the Council, and with Councilman Gage's disqualifying himself, there would be insufficient votes to take affirmative action. Mr. Robert Sneed asked that the Council postpone action until the new Council came in, so there would be seven votes. Members of the group were advised that the petition would be in order as is, even though the case were postponed. The City Manager stated the incoming Council would need to set a hearing on this application, C14-71-006, Mayor LaRue announced it was the concensus of the Council that this zoning request be held in abeyance until the next Council sets a date for hearing, and asked that notices be sent to the property owners. The Zoning was POSTPONED. EDWARD B. REEVES C14-71-038 1500-1504 Morgan Lane From "A" Residence To "BB" Residence NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission Councilman MacCorkle moved the hearing be postponed for 30 days. The motion, seconded by Councilman Price, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The Mayor announced the hearing had been POSTPONED for 30 days. 415 416 E. A. PRICE By Richard C. Baker C14-71-036 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS April 1, 1971 4613-4615 Red River From "A" Residence To "B" Residence RECOMMEND to withdraw by the Planning Commis- sion Property owners were already notified that the case was withdrawn. Mayor LaRue announced that the Zoning application had been WITHDRAWN. ردر ر ر RICHARD CRISS, TRUSTEE 2104-2404 Stassney Lane From Interim "A" Residence 1st Height & Area Το "A" Residence & "BB" Residence 1st Height & Area as amended RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission as amended Mr. Robert Sneed, Attorney, requested this case be withdrawn. Councilman Price moved the case be withdrawn. The motion, seconded by Councilman MacCorkle, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The Mayor announced the application had been WITHDRAWN. DONALD B. WITZKE 604 Pressler Street From "B" Residence 2nd C14-71-030 Height & Area To "0" Office 2nd Height & Area NOT Recommended by the Councilman Price moved the change be denied. Councilman MacCorkle, carried by the following vote: Planning Commission The motion, seconded by Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The Mayor announced the change had been DENIED. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS April 1, 1971 TRINITY PRESBYTERIAN 5801-5905 Westminster CHURCH By Nieman, Hanks and Puryear C14-71-037 417 From "B" Residence Το "GR" General Retail NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission RECOMMENDED retain "B" Residence on the south 50' of the tract and "GR" General Retail be granted on the remainder of tract subject to a 6 foot pri- vacy fence on the south and east property lines MR. WALT FOXWORTH, Planning Department, stated the application had been amended as recommended by the Planning Commission and this was acceptable to the applicant; however there was still opposition from the neighboring property owners. MR. RICHARD BAKER represented the applicant, pointing out the Church needed the sanctuary and educational facilities to expand. It was necessary to join the adjacent property to the church property. Mr. Baker explained the plans of the church to sell the subject property lying south of the "GR" General Retail property. It owns the whole tract lying below the "GR" General Retail, and they have an offer of purchase, once the zoning had been requested for a small commercial center. Strong opposition was registered by Lt. Co. Bill Arnott, 2001-A Cheshire, Colonel Frederic Mann, 1906 Northridge Drive and others in the vicinity. Councilman Janes moved to grant the zoning as amended. The motion, seconded by Councilman Gage, failed to carry by the following tie vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Mayor LaRue Noes: Councilmen Johnson, MacCorkle, Price The Mayor announced that the zoning change had been DENIED. It was pointed out since the Planning Commission had recommended the zoning as amended, the applicant could file again. 0 JAMES W. STRAIN C14-71-026 4708-4710 Avenue H From "A" Residence To "BB" Residence NOT Recommended by the Planning Commission It was noted this was spot zoning. Councilman Johnson moved the change be denied. The motion, seconded by Councilman MacCorkle, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Noes: None The Mayor announced that the change had been DENIED. C April 1, 1971 418 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS RAISES FOR NURSES Mr. Andrews reported on a news cast regarding a $60 raise for nurses, stating no raises had been made at the Hospital. Consideration was being given for the Intensive Care Unit. The Council was aware of the 125% for night shifts. REVISED TAX PROGRAM In response to Councilman Janes' request, the City Manager, Mr. Andrews, reviewed a proposal as to a possible alternative to move off the quarterly system for tax purposes, stating if the Council desired, he would discuss some alternatives. To move into a new system, whether reappraisals be made once each two years or once a year, it would be necessary to get notices of such changes in evaluation out the first part of the year rather than in the last part. The Tax Assessor would need to know within the next 30-60 days, and the Council would need to extend the re-evaluation being made this year, and add to it to the point that the evaluation would be made in January 1972. This would mean the value on the tax roll at this time plus the new properties, etc., would be the value utilized in this year's tax bill, and the changes of these values would be recognized by February or March 1972, at which time notices would be given of changes. This would be the only way to a different situation other than the quadrant policy. He explained the procedure. The following year, the Council would be in a position to set a policy for appraising once every two year, or once a year. To do this sooner would require employing outside appraisors, and he did not recommend this. Councilman Johnson expressed hissintent to get to the point where the Council could make a decision, whether to go one year or two years, but the first step to be made is the forecasting. The City Manager stated that half of the City should be forecast by March 1, 1972, In 1973, all of the City Could be forecast, or just the other half. To do this would cost approximately $185,000 - $200,000. Councilman Johnson moved the Council instruct the City Manager to establish a forecasting method or prospective method of tax assessment to be in effect by March 1, 1972, stating this motion was made without prejudice to the present evaluation system. The motion, seconded by Councilman Price, carried by the following vote: Councilmen Gage, Janes, Johnson, MacCorkle, Price, Mayor LaRue Ayes: Noes: None The Council recessed until 9:00 A.M., Monday, April 5, 1971, to canvass the returns of the April 3rd Council election. ATTEST: APPROVED Mayor Ebosslay City Clerk