CCC CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS= MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCEL CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Regular Meeting December 21, 1971 10:00 Α. Μ. Council Chamber, City Hall The meeting was called to order with Mayor Butler presiding. The Mayor noted that Councilman Handcex had indicated he would arrive later in the meeting. Roll Call: Present: Councilmen Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Absent: Friedman, Mayor Butler, Councilman Dryden Councilman Handcox The invocation was delivered by REVEREND RICK FROST, Community Christian Church. EASEMENT RELEASED The Council discussed the habitual practice of building over easements. The Deputy City Manager, Mr. Dan Davidson, outlined procedures prohibiting this from occuring in the future. Those that are long standing will continue to come before the Council. Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing the release of a portion of a public utilities easement, Lot 1, Block V, BALCONES PARK ADDITION, SECTION EIGHT. The Motion, seconded by Mayor Pro-tem Love, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love Noes: None Absent: Councilman Handcox PUBLIC HEARING SET Mayor Pro-tem Love moved the Council adopt a resolution setting a public hearing at 2:00 P. M., January 6, 1972, to consider annexing the following: 13.61 acres of land out of the Theodore Bissel LeagueTHE VILLAGE, SECTION FOUR, and a portion of the First Resubdivision of Lots 11-14 of Block A, THE VILLAGE, SECTION TWO. 6.11 acres of land out of the John Applegait SurveyWINDSOR HILLS, SECTION FIVE. 1206 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS: December 21, 1971/207 CCC し (Annexation requested by owners.) The motion, seconded by Councilman Nichols, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Friedman, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilman Lebermann Noes: None Absent: Councilman Handcox AGREEMENT - URBAN RENEWAL - SIDEWALKS, ETC. Mayor Pro-tem Love moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Urban Renewal Agency for the construction of sidewalks, retaining walls, and driveway improvements in Glen Oaks Urban Renewal Project No. Tex. R-70. Urban Renewal Agency will reimburse the City for costs up to $45,000 - Public Works estimate is $41,582.00. The motion, seconded by Councilman Nichols, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Butler, Councilman Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman Noes: None Absent; Councilman Handcox Not in Council Room when Roll was called: Councilman Dryden CONTRACTS AWARDED Mayor Pro-tem Love moved the Council adopt resolution awarding the following contract... YOUNG & PRATT - Air Conditioning Reparis for Surgical Suite, Brackenridge Hospital - $18,580.00 (completion date is March 3, 1972; City's estimate is $20,000.00). The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Mayor Butler, Councilman Dryden Noes: None Absent: Councilman Handcox Mayor Pro-tem Love moved the Council adopt a resolution awarding the following contract: GRAYBAR ELECTRIC CO. - One Hundred (100) traffic signal poles$51,073.00. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Pro-Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols Noes: None Absent: Councilman Handcox Mayor Pro-tem Love moved the Council adopt a resolution awarding the following contract: December 21, 1971/200 UTILITY STEEL COMPANY =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Galvanized Structural Steel for McNeil Substation - $6,390.00. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love Noes: None Absent: Councilman Handcox Mayor Pro-tem Love moved the Council adopt a resolution awarding the following contract: JOE McDANIEL CONTRACTOR For the installation of approximately 520 feet of 36-inch concrete sewer main; 752 feet of 21-inch concrete sewer main; 434 feet of 12-inch ductile iron sewer main and 2,477 feet of 8-inch cast iron and ductile iron sewer mains and appurtenances as highway undercrossings prior to construction of Loop 360, U. S. Highway 183 to F. M. 2222 $138,783.00. (90 working days for completion City's estimate - $150,000; Capital Improvement Program) The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Councilman Friedman, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilman Lebermann Ayes: Noes: None Absent: Councilman Handcox CHANGE ORDER # 1 APPROVED Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution approving Change Order #1 in the amount of $21,930.00 to Contract 71-X-106, Model Cities Sidewalks. The motion, seconded by Councilman Friedman, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Butler, Councilman Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman Noes: None Absent: Councilman Handcox The Depty City Manager, Mr. Davidson, then reported funds left over whereby these funds could be applied to more than a mile of sidewalks. EMINENT DOMAIN Councilman Nichols moved the Council authorize eminent domain proceedings, if necessary, for the acquisition of ingress, egress easement at Barton Substation Site. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Mayor Butler Noes: None Not in Council Room when Roll was called: Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman Absent: Councilman Handcox C C _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS EASEMENT AUTHORIZED _ December 21, 1971/205 Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign an easement for a spur track to Decker Plant. The motion, seconded by Mayor Pro-tem Love, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Mayor Butler, Councilman Dryden Noes: None Absent: Councilman Handcox Not in Council Room when Roll was called: Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman CONTRACT - ZACHRY SCOTT THEATRE CENTER Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract with ZACHRY SCOTT THEATRE CENTER for special services to be renderedito the Department of Parks and Recreation in connection with staging, managing, and directing theatrical productions, and arranging and directing children's theatre classes - $15,000.00 - approved item in Special Services section of the Budget. The motion, seconded by Mayor-Pro-tem Love carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Pro-tem Love, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols Noes: None Absent: Councilman Handcox Not in Council Room when Roll was called: Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman STATEMENT CONCERNING PAY RAISES Mayor Butler announced the success of now being able to process City employees' merit increases, and in negotiating the $50 and $75 across the board raise. The pay raise had cleared the Internal Revenue Service. There are still some hurdles to surmount, and there is a chance the increase might not be upheld at the ultimate decision-making point. The City Attorney stated the local I.R.S. had been very helpful, but they are hampered by lack of guidelines and this action would have to be based on the City Attorney's judgment. It was his opinion that the increase will be approved. Mayor Butler pointed out these are two plateaus the Council has reached, if this is allowed to stand. The other concerns the retroactive pay increase, and the Council has instructed the Administration to diligently seek permission to pass that on the the City employees also. He felt this would make the City of Austin competitive in the manner of salaries and wages.. PAVING ASSESSMENT SETTLEMENT Mayor Butler distributed a memorandum to each Council member, stating if the Council were in agreement, rather than going into Executive Session, that it could be handled at this time. Councilman Nichols moved the Council authorize the City Attorney to proceed under the recommendation set out -- paving assessment settlement. The motion, seconded by Mayor Pro-tem Love, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman Noes: None Absent: Councilman Handcox C _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS December 21, 1971/206 ACQUISITION OF LAND Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing the acquisition of certain land for the MoPac Expressway as follows: 5001 Highland Court (Partial Acquisition) Jessie L. Lott The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Nichols, Mayor Prostem Love Ayes: Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Noes: None Absent: Councilman Handcox MASTER PLAN CHANGE - HEARING SET Councilman Nichols moved the Council set a public hearing on a change in the Austin Development Master Plan, January 6, 1972, at 2:00 P. M. as follows: Approximately 5 acres of land located in Northwest Austin along South Meadows Drive and Prairie Trail at Newmont Roadfrom low density residential to manufacturing and related uses. The motion, seconded by Mayor Pro-tem Love, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Friedman, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilman Lebermann Noes: None Absent: Councilman Handcox REJECT BIDS - LONGHORN DAM Mr. R. L. Hancock, Director of Electric Utilities, reviewed the item concerning the refinishing and painting of the Longhorn Dam, stating the installation was between 1958-1960. There is quite a bit of metal structure associated with the gates, and it needs to be repainted. When bids were opened, they appeared to be rather high. Some bidders indicated the weather conditions along the river bed, particularly the fog, posed a problem. He suggested delaying this now, and rebidding in the spring or summer. Mayor Butler stated it would help the Council if all tabulations of bids were furnished each member. As to bidding, Mr. Hancock pointed out this dam was an unusual structure, and not too many bidders were interested in that type of work. Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution rejecting the bids on the refinishing and painting of the Longhorn Dam. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann Friedman, Mayor Butler Noes: None Absent: Councilman Handcox CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS December 21, 1971/207 COST DIFFERENCE Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing payment to AUSTEX DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, LTD., for the cost difference of 12"/8" water main în The Village, section 1 and 2 $1,736.91. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Mayor Butler, Councilman Noes; Dryden None Absent: Councilman Handcox Not in Council Room when Roll was called: Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman DECKER LAKE DAM Councilman Dryden inquired about the status of the Decker Dam injuries. Mr. Hancock stated at the Council's desire, he would like to have this matter back under consideration. Councilman Dryden asked if some of the City's engineers could some of the corrective procedures. Mr. Hancock noted there was limited expertise in this area -- the soils present an unusual area, and the Water Rights Commission would prefer specialists in this particular field. Mayor Butler suggested that this be brought up again and that a recommendation be submitted. SALEM WALK ELECTRIC SUBSTATION Mr. Morahan, Public Property Manager, reported this was a negotiated contract contingent upon getting a special permit. If the permit is not issued the land would not be purchased. Mayor Pro-tem Love asked if parties were advised that these matters would be before the Council at a given date. The Deputy City Manager reported that Mr. Morahan advised all persons connected with a negotiation that what that Department does is subject to approval of the City Council. Mayor Butler suggested that since there were so few involved in each case, it would be advisable to notify them by letter that the particular transaction would go before the Council for validation. Mr. Davidson is to start this procedure. Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution approving the contract to purchase a site for the Salem Walk Electric Substation contingent on approval of the necessary special permit. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love Noes: None Absent: Councilman Handcox CROSS TOWN TUNNEL Mayor Butler called attention to a resume on the Cross-Town tunnel at Walnut Creek Waste Water Treatment Plant, dated December 15, 1971. He stated it seemed to be for the Council's information. Mr. Davidson, Deputy City Manager, stated one of the Agencies involved is requiring an environmental impact statement which may take several weeks or months to complete. It takes the con- struction progress out of step resulting in this $200,000 per month cost the CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS- December 21, 19711208 Mayor had mentioned. The City Attorney, Construction Engineering Staff, and the Water and Waste Water Staffs are working with appropriate officials to see if this could be handled more quickly. Councilman Nichols stated he had not received the memorandum. Later the Council was given copies of the memorandum. site. SOUTHWEST FIRE STATION SITE At 11:00 A.M., Mayor Butler opened the hearing on the Southwest Fire Station Mr. Buford Stewart commended the Council for establishing a fire station in this area. No one appeared in opposition. Mr. Joe Morahan, Public Property Manager, pointed out the general location this station would serve -between William Cannon Drive, Stassney Lane and Manchaca Road. Mayor Butler recalled the reluctance before to condemn a person's property subject to a special permit. It was stated a special permit still would be necessary. Mr. Morahan reported that the adjoining property owners were notified of this hearing, and the Deputy City Manager, Mr. Davidson, listed the publicity given through the various media. Mayor Pro-tem Love inquired as to the number of property owners notified. Mr Morahan stated about 15 within a 300 foot radius were sent notices. Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to institute eminent domain proceedings without being subject to the Special Permit. The motion, seconded by Councilman Lebermann, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Friedman, Lebermann, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love Noes: None Absent: Councilman Handcox 일 RENEWAL OF LEASE - ACME BRICK CO. The Deputy City Manager, stated this lease was estimated to run 18 months and by next summer, it could be re-leased. When new construction is completed, there will be no need for a pumping station. Mr. Johnson, Assistant Director of Water and Waste Water, said the Capital Improvement Program would include increasing the size of the lines to eliminate the need of the temporary booster. Mayor Pro-tem Love moved the Council adopt a Resolution authorizing the renewal of a lease for temporary water pumping station with ACME BRICK COMPANY for a site near Burnet Road at Research Boulevard. The motion, seconded by Councilman Lebermann, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Mayor Butler Noes: None Absent: Councilman Handcox AMBULANCE COMMITTEE Mayor Butler announced the appointment of a New Ambulance Committee which will recommend a long-range and permanent solution to the ambulance problem. They will CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS December 21, 1971/209 be working with the Capital Area Planning Commission grant if it is approved. He pointed out the ambulance problem în Austin, as well as in a ten county area, is about to be solved once and for all with superior facilities and services. Mayor Butler announced the City was working on a bus application; and within ten days the Council would act on a recommendation regarding the bus system. By 1973, Austin should have a permanent solution to both the ambulance and bus situation în Austin, during the term of the present City Council、 Mayor Butler announced the Committee as follows: Voting Members Lynn H. Andrews Dr. Maurice Hood Dr. H. A. Arnold Dr. Fred Vogt Alvin Arnold し Victor Manning Jimmy Clay Joe Manor Advisory Members Wm. King Brown, Administrator, Brackenridge Hospital Claude Rainey, Administrator, Seton Hospital Jesse Hayes, Administrator, Holy Cross Hospital Robert B. Lloyd, Administrator, St. David's Hospital R. A. Miles, Chief of Police Ed Kirkham, Fire Chief Homer Reed, Executive Administrator SALE OF SURPLUS REAL PROPERTY Mr. Joe Morahan, Public Property Manager, stated bids were opened on December 13th on 26 pieces of property, advertised at a total value of $326,065. Seventeen of those parcels were recommended for acceptance. There is one bid where the second high bidder, the adjacent owner, was recommended at $750.00. The other bidder, at $1300.00 was not adjoining the property. This land was in a grouping to be offered only to the adjacent property owners because of shape of size. The lot is substandard and not usable unless the bidder offering $1300.00 could obtain a waiver of the normal lot size requirements in order to build. Mr. Morahan reported negotiations are underway for the right of way from the front of the adjoining tract. Even though a resolution had been adopted long ago to offer such properties to the adjacent property owner, this can no longer be done due to legislation passed in 1969, requiring all sales of public property to be by public bid. Mayor Butler stated the Council was required to take the highest and best bid, and the Board of Adjustment might pass on this. Mr. Buford, the high bidder, in response to Mayor Butler, stated he was aware this is a substandard lot and that he could not at this time receive a building permit. 301 Nelray Blvd. & 5405-5410 Chesterfield Ave. Discussion was held on N. 116, 301 Nelray Boulevard and 5405-5410 Chesterfield Avenue. It was stated there was $75.00 monthly rental. Councilman Nichols pointed out the various easements surrounding the tract, and 5' for fight of way. Mr. Morahan listed various appraisers who were being engaged on these properties. This property was bid at $6,000 last August, and now had been rebid. 1055 Highland Terrace Councilman Friedman inquired about 1055 Highland Terrace, and the amount of rent. Mr. Morahan explained when this house became vacant, it was not put for rent, CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS December 21, 19711210 7 pending this sale, as it seemed more advantageous to sell a vacant house than one with tenants. Councilman Nichols inquired about the obligation where there is only a single bid which was not received in time. He referred to Item 436. The bid was not received. The City Attorney said this could be waived, but he strongly recom mended against this, as sooner or later, there would be problems. He had understood this was Council policy not to receive the bids that came in late. He said there was a need to have a cut-off time. Discussion was held on the various parcels. Mayor Pro-tem Love moved that the Council adopt resolutions selling: Property Lot # 56 at high bid to J. T. Thurman Property Lot # 87 at high bid to Wendlandt & Naumann Developers Property Lot # 116 at high bid to Arthur Mouser し Property Lot # 395 at high bid to Wendlandt & Naumann Developers Property Lot # 444B & 445 at high bid to Texas Engineering Foundation, Inc. Property Lot # 513 at high bid to William H. Leach Property Lot # 925 at high bid to Symank-Wilson Construction Company Property Lot # 1053 at high bid to Clyde L. Ellis Property Lot # 1055 at high bid to Clyde L. Ellis Property Lot # S-119 at high bid to William H. Leach Property Lot # 79 at high bid to James J. Bain Property Lot # 490 at high bid to R. G. Lemmons Property Lot # 845 at high bid to Wendlandt & Naumann Developers Property Lot # 1072 at high bid to Property Lot # 1073 at high bid to Roy Parker S. C. Borders Property Lot # 1077 at high bid to Robert L. Buford, Jr. Property Lot # S-70 at high bid to Kenneth J. Walker Property Lot # S-73 at high bid to Howard & Howard Building Property Lot # S-74 at high bid to Robert K. Walker し The motion, seconded by Councilman Nichols, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman Mayor Butler, Councilman Dryden Noes: None Absent: Councilman Handcox Mayor Butler announced 19 pieces of property recommended out of 26 were sold today. Mr. Morahan stated there were 35 to 40 more pieces that need to be sold and placed back on the tax roll. He noted there were 18 more houses along the Mo-Pac Expressway that will not be offered until the right of way in that vicinity is obtained. Other properties are being processed for sale. They have not been through the various departments yet. In addition, there will be a few more of the smaller strips. He anticipated $1,300,000 or $1,500,000 to be placed back on the rolls in the next two years. MAJOR RESOURCE CENTER LIBRARY Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing designation of the Austin Public Library as a Major Resource Center Library under the Texas Library Systems Act. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: | し し CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS: December 21, 1971/211 Ayes: Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols Noes: None Absent: Councilman Handcox Councilman Friedman commended Mr. Earl Holt, Librarian, for what he has done for the Library system. CONTRACT - LIBRARY GRANT Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract to receive a Public Library Development Grant. The motion, seconded by Councilman Friedman, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love Noes: None Absent: Councilman Handcox BOUTONIERES PRESENTED COUNCIL. Mrs. Fiegel presented the Council members with a boutoniere, in the Spirit of Christmas. The Council recessed until 2:00 Ρ. Μ. At 2:00 P. M., Mayor Butler called the meeting to order. Councilman Handcox entered the Council Room. REFUND CONTRACTS Mayor Butler introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE DEPUTY CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CERTAIN REFUND CONTRACT WITH FAIRWAY ESTATES, INCORPORATED; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Councilman Nichols moved theeCouncil waive the requirement for three readings, declare an emergency and finally pass the ordinance effective immediately. The motion, seconded by Mayor Pro-tem Love, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilman Handcox, Noes: Mayor Butler Councilman Friedman Not in Council Room when Roll was called: Councilman Lebermann The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Butler introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE DEPUTY CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CERTAIN REFUND CONTRACT WITH AUSTEX DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, LTD.; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Councilman Nichols moved the Council waive the requirement for three readings, declare an emergency and finally pass the ordinance effective immediately. The し し CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS December 21, 1971/2/2 motion, seconded by Mayor Pro-tem Love, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilman Handcox, Mayor Butler Councilman Friedman Not in Council Room when Roll was called: Councilman Lebermann The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Butler introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE DEPUTY CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CERTAIN REFUND CONTRACT WITH PRINGLE REAL ESTATE, INC.; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Councilman Nichols moved the Council waive the requirement for three readings, declare an emergency and finally pass the ordinance effective immediately. The motion, seconded by Mayor Pro-tem Love, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilman Handcox, Noes: Mayor Butler Councilman Friedman 1 Not in Council Room when Roll was called: Councilman Lebermann The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. PURCHASE OF SEWER MAINS Mayor Butler introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE DEPUTY CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CERTAIN REFUND CONTRACT WITH PRINGLE REAL ESTATE, INC.; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Councilman Nichols moved the Council waive the requirement for three readings, declare an emergency and finally pass the ordinance effective immediately. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Noes: Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love. None Not in Council Room when Roll was called: Councilman Lebermann The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. EDGAR S. DAUGHERTY C14-71-061 ZONING ORDINANCES 6208 Burns St. From "A" Residence District to "B" Residence District Mayor Butler introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE ORDERING A CHANGE IN USE AND CHANGING THE USE MAPS ACCOMPANYING CHAPTER 45 OF THE AUSTIN CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 1971/2/3 21, 1971 -December 21, CITY CODE OF 1967 AS FOLLOWS: LOT 2, EDGAR S. DAUGHERTY SUBDIVISION, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 6208 BURNS STREET, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "B" RESIDENCE DISTRICT; SAID PROPERTY BEING LOCATED IN AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Councilman Nichols moved the Council waive the requirement for three readings, declare an emergency and finally pass the ordinance effective immediately. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Noes: Mayor Pro-tem Love None Not in Council Room when Roll was called: Councilman Lebermann The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. し DR. R. MURRAY, JR. C14-71-153 ET AL MRS. KATHERINE GOERTZ C14-71-226 8784-8842 U. S. Hwy. 183 1900-1940 Peyton Gin Rd. 8701-8739 Peyton Gin Rd. 5601 Roosevelt Ave. 5600 Roosevelt Ave. Mayor Butler introduced the following ordinance: From Interim "A" Residence District First Height and Area to "GR" General Retail First Height and Area From "A" Residence District to "B" Residence District AN ORDINANCE ORDERING A CHANGE IN USE AND CHANGING THE USE MAPS ACCOMPANYING CHAPTER 45 OF THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1967 AS FOLLOWS: (1) A 3.184 ACRE TRACT OF LAND, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 8784-8842 U. S. HIGHWAY 183; 1900-1940 ΡΕΥΤΟΝ GIN RAOD; AND 8701-8739 ΡΕΥΤΟΝ GIN ROAD, FROM INTERIM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "GR" GENERAL RETAIL DISTRICT; AND, (2) LOT 7, BLOCK 6, BROADACRES SUBDIVISION, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 5601 ROOSEVELT AVENUE; 5600 GROVER AVENUE, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "B" RESIDENCE DISTRICT; ALL OF SAID PROPERTY BEING LOCATED IN AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Councilman Nichols moved the Council waive the requirement for three readings, declare an emergency and finally pass the ordinance effective immediately. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Noes: Nichols, Mayor-Pro-tem Love None Not in Council Room when Roll was called: Councilman Lebermann し C C し ROY BUTLER C14-71-251 - CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 716 Henderson Street 901-905 West 9th Street 617-701 Wood Street Mayor Butler introduced the following ordinance: December 21, 1971. 1214 From "B" Residence District to "C" Commercial District • AN ORDINANCE ORDERING A CHANGE IN USE AND CHANGING THE USE MAPS ACCOMPANYING CHAPTER 45 OF THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1967 AS FOLLOWS: THE NORTH FIFTY FEET OF LOTS 4-6, BLOCK E, RAYMOND'S SUBDIVISION, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 716 HENDERSON STREET; 901-905 WEST 9th STREET; AND LOTS 2 AND 3, BLOCK G, RAYMOND'S SUBDIVISION, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 617-701 WOOD STREET, FROM "B" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "C" COMMERCIAL DISTRICT; SAID PROPERTY BEING LOCATED IN AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Councilman Nichols moved the Council waive the requirement for three readings, declare an emergency and finally pass the ordinance effective immediately. The motion, seconded by Councilman Handcox, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilmen Friedman, Noes: None Handcox Present but not voting: Mayor Butler, Councilman Lebermann The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. ZONING ORDINANCE CORRECTED Mayor Butler introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 690626-E, ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL ON JUNE 26, 1969, BY CORRECTING THE SQUARE FOOTAGE AND THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY ZONED BY SAID ORDINANCE; SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Councilman Nichols moved the Council waive the requirement for three readings, declare an emergency and finally pass the ordinance effective immediately. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilman Dryden Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. ELECTRIC & BUILDING CODES AMENDMENTS Mayor Butler introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE REVISING CHAPTER 37 OF THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1967 PERTAINING TO ELECTRICITY; REGULATING ELECTRICAL WORK C =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS December 21, 1971/2/5 AND PERSONS PERFORMING SAME; ESTABLISHING LICENSING, PERMIT, INSPECTION, AND REVIEW PROCEDURES AND MINIMUM STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR ELECTRICAL FACILITIES; PROVIDING FOR CONTINUATION OF CURRENT LICENSES, PERMITS, BONDS AND FEES THEREFOR; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Councilman Nichols moved the Council waive the requirement for three readings, declare an emergency and finally pass the ordinance effective immediately. The motion, seconded by Mayor Pro-tem Love, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Butler introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 36 OF THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1967 BY ADOPTING AND INCORPORATING THE UNIFORM BUILDING CODE OF 1970 WITH CERTAIN DELETIONS AND CHANGES TO BECOME PART OF CHAPTER 36; REPEALING CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 36; REDESIGNATING CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 36; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS. Councilman Nichols moved the Council waive the requirement for three readings, declare an emergency and finally pass the ordinance effective immediately. The motion, seconded by Mayor Pro-tem Love, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. : ANNEXATION ORDINANCE Mayor Butler introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE EXTENSION OF CERTAIN BOUNDARY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN AND THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN ADDITIONAL TERRITORY CONSISTING OF 1.33 ACRES OF LAND OUT OF THE WILLIAM CANNON LEAGUE AND 13.21 ACRES OF LAND OUT OF THE JOHN APPLEGAIT SURVEY, ALL BEING LOCATED 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. Councilman Nichols moved the Council pass the ordinance through it's first and second readings. The motion, seconded by Councilman Handcox, carried by the following vote: C _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS December 21, 1971/216 Ayes: Councilman Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilman Dryden Noes: None CONTRACTS - POSTPONED The Council deferred action on authorizing the City Manager to enter into certain Fixed Term Plan or 30 day lease contracts with International Business Machines Corp. to supply certain equipment which has been budgeted for installation during the 1971-1972 fiscal year: Hardware on 30 Day Lease Fixed Term Plan - Three - $17,898.00 Monthly Rental $12,005.00 - 30 days Year Lease Contract REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING RESCHEDULED FOR DECEMBER 28TH Mayor Pro-tem Loved moved the Council reschedule the meeting normally to have been held on December 23rd, to be held on TUESDAY, DECEMBER 28TH. The motion, seconded by Councilman Nichols, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Mayor Butler, Councilman Nichols Noes: None, Not in Council Room when Roll was called: Councilmen Handcox, Dryden TAX APPEAL C - Mr. Karl Wagner appeared before the City Council appealing the decision of the Board of Equalization on his tax evaluation of 12.19 acres on Interregional Highway, on which there was no relief. Mr. Wagner made comparisons with his property and that across the highway; and on the south, west, and north his property being valued at more. He pointed out a discount was allowed due to a drainage crossing those properties. He also had a drainage course, but he had not received any discount because he had not asked for it. His drainage course was two times the drainage area as the others. As to market values, he believed some of the assigned values for tax purposes were below some sales that had taken place. He believed his property is valued higher than surrounding property. There is a vdue of $20,000 an acre for the front of the "so-called Joe Crow property"; $6,000 an acre on the rear. That was one of his points of contention, in that he should be entitled to a $6,000 valuation. He pointed to other sites which are valued at $25,000 an acre and $12,000 an acre because of the depth factor and the distance away from the main highway. The Tax Assessor and Collector, Mr. Jack Kiltgaard, stated the values placed on Mr. Wagner's property and sustained by the Board of Equalization are those established by the Tax Department in its normal appraisal work this year. He did not differ with Mr. Wagner as to the market value. The contention seemed to be property equalization. He pointed out the tracts comparable to Mr. Wagner's property which carry the same vaque. Mr. Wagner's land has 12 acres fronting on the Interregional Highway. The property to the north also has $20,000 an acre valuation. Property isolated from the Highway should not be considered for comparison. The $6,000 is on an isolated tract off the highway. The property isolated from the Highway are smaller tracts, and carry a lower value. Mr. Kiltgaard referred to the comparison made across the highway, on property out of the City (McMath Property) and assessed at $7,000 an acre, the figure being し C し し CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS December 21, 1971/217 placed on the property four years before and which property is scheduled for updating this year. The McClure property mentioned, is a 90 acre tract, isolated from the major thoroughfares. Mayor Butler noted in 1970 the value for land and improvements was $75,270; and in 1971 the value was $258,360. It was explained this was in the quadrant to be revalued as this property had not been valued in four years. Mr. Wagner felt that his property should be worth $12,000 an acre not including the drainage factor, or about $145-$150,000 full value. Councilman Dryden questioned the jump in taxes from $1584 to $5600 a year. Councilman Friedman stated the property seemed to be in line with other property on I. H. 35; and if this property is reduced, the others would come in for consideration. Councilman Dryden moved the Council set the full value at $195,040. The motion, seconded by Councilman Nichols, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love Noes: Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox ASSESSED VALUE Parcel 2-3516-0407, 12.19 acres J. P. Wallace Survey Land Improvements $ 146,280 10,920 $ 157,200 At this time Mayor Butler, as previously announced, had to leave the Council chambers for an hour or two. REQUEST TO USE FESTIVAL BEACH FOR SKI TOURNAMENT Mrs.Betsy Pennington, represented the Water Ski Club in the request for use of Festival Beach on May 6 and 7, 1972, for a Water Ski Tournament. It was pointed out to her that there would be no Sunday morning warm-ups. Mrs. Pennington accepted this restriction that they could not use the Lake until 12:30 Ρ. Μ. on Sunday. Councilman Nichols moved the Water Ski Club be permitted to use the site on the Lake on May 6 and 7, for a ski tournament, and that there be no activity on on Sunday morning until 12:30 P. M. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Friedman, Handcox, Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilman Lebermann Noes; None Absent: Mayor Butler STREET AND ALLEY VACATION REPORT Mr. Dan Davidson, Deputy City Manager, stated this report is a result of an earlier request by Council. Mr. Dick Lillie, Planning Director, described the existing procedure. No notices of intent to vacate a street or alley were provided the property owners. Requests for such vacations were submitted to the Public Works Department, and then passed through other concerned departments. The material was submitted to the Planning Department, which, in turn, brought it CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS December 21, 1971 12/8 し し before the Planning Commission, then to the Council. Total time consumed was about four weeks. With the interest of the Council in sending individual notices to property owners within 300', a procedure has been developed requiring approximately eight weeks. If the property owner lists were done manually, the time would be cut back three weeks, however, the computer is speedier and copies can be made for both the Planning Department and the City Clerk's Office. The procedure outlined is good. The only question he had was the length of time in getting the notices out to the property owners. Mr. Davidson felt that most of the requests took that long now, and no one had figured it out. The procedure as approved, would be given to any applicant so he would know what to expect. He said they were ready to implement the plan immediately. Mr. Lillie recommended that the Council set the fourth Thursday as the day for street and alley vacations, thus eliminating two items on the Agenda -- a memorandum from the Planning Department asking that a public hearing be set, and then a separate date on which the public hearing is set. If the Council were to set the fourth Thursday every month as the date for hearing street and alley vacations, it would delete those two itmes which would not have to appear on the agenda for two weeks. When teh request is made, the applicant would have a copy of this procedure and the time schedule. Notices would be mailed one week prior to each the Commission and the Council hearing. Mr. Lillie anticipated about three to five cases per month. Councilman Nichols moved the Council set the fourth Thursday for hearings on street and alley vacations, and then following all the rest of the procedures of zoning practices, with the exception that the various Departments and entities involved be notified. The motion, seconded by Councilman Handcox, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Handcox, Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilman Noes: Friedman None Not in Council Room when Roll was called: Councilman Lebermann Absent: Mayor Butler STATUS OF GARRISON PARK IMPROVEMENTS The Deputy City Manager recalled that the City Council asked that the improvements to Garrison Park be expedited. Offers were received from various groups, including the Sierra Club, Austin Environmental Council, and the Audubon Society to make the planning suggestions for the improvements. Mr. Beverly Sheffield, Director of Parks and Recreation, reported after the Council appointed an engineer to assist in designing the topography, drainage, and to give them a chance to orient themselves to the topography, December 6 was set to begin work. A meeting was held with this group. He displayed a drawing showing a relocation of the access road to the back part of the park. He pointed out the area suggested for the road which would not affect as many trees. The groups asked that study be given to the orientation of the ball fields to the big play area before any additional trees were taken out. They had planned on taking out some cedar trees and replacing them with shade trees, but further study will be made in getting these fields oriented to the land before any cedar is removed. He pointed out an area where underground valuts and a storage area were planned. ! _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS December 21, 1971/219 The raod would cut out the use of the property for storage. It was agreed there definitely would be a need for a park raod on the south and it was their recommendation to come in from the south side of the park. Mr. Frantzen, one of the groups interested in the baseball field in the area, said it will be in January before they can get their plans available. It will be sometime in January before the engineering can get started. He said timing on grading and ground development will be up to the civic club groups. If the utilities can be installed and the basic engineering done, that is as far as the City can go now. Mr. Sheffield was trying to please the various sponsors of various activities -- Southwest Austin Optimist Club, Mr. Henry Frantzen - baseball; and Mr. Bob Wiggin - football; Councilman Nichols urged beginning on the project now, at least the grading portion. The Deputy City Manager stated the raod, design, and parking lot, could get under construction. Today, the discussion with the Council-appointed engineer can be completed, and he can proceed with the road and parking lot. In the meantime, Mr. Sheffield can complete his discussions with the Civic Clubs, firm up the plans for the fields. Mr. Davidson stated this plan before the Council is the original plan approved by the Council. The northern route of that road as suggested by the Sierra Club had been considered, but he recommended that they be authorized to proceed and get the road designed and under construction. Councilman Nichols moved the Council proceed as recommended by the Deputy City Manager. The motion, seconded by Councilman Handcox, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilmen Friedman, Handcox, Lebermann Noes: None Absent: Mayor Butler CONSIDERATION OF CATEGORIES 1 & 4 OF FLOOD MANAGEMENT PROGRAM Councilman Lebermann was ready to proceed, noting the Planning Director, Mr. Lillie, and Mr. Charles Grave, City Engineer, had the technical details. Mr. Dick Lillie gave a background of this proposal, stating in March, 1970, a proposed flood plain ordinance was referred to the Planning Commission by the Council. The Commission took six months to hold discussions and public hearings to find out about the concerns and what their support was. After considerable discussion, the Commission tabled the ordinance to start over, to decide what basic problems there were, identify the problems, causes, and solutions. The Planning Department along with Public Works identified what they believed to be the primary causes of flooding in Austin. Citizens, Associations, attorneys, and individuals participated from November through April in discussions as to how the flood problems might be met. In May, the Planning Commission made a recommendation on a Flood Management Program. On July 29th, the recommendations were presented to the Council along with a slide presentation by Mr. Graves, Public Works Department. Subsequently, a list of specific recommendations at the request of the Council were made. There were four major points to the program recommendations, and the ones under consideration today, are the categories 1 and 4. The 1st major recommendation was that a Master Drainage Study be undertaken by the City covering the whole network of the Austin つ _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS December 21, 1971/220 C し Drainage system, including drainage requirements in new subdivisions, and a contract with the U. S. Geographical Survey to increase the number of gauge stations on Austin creeks and streams. Those points are before the Council today -- to instruct the City administration to proceed to develop background material to undertake that study. The second recommendation was to strengthen existing codes and ordinances dealing with the alteration of existing streams and creeks, and that plans be submitted by professional engineers with a method of appeal from the decision of the Director of Public Works to the City Council. These ordinances were prepared, but this item is not before the Council today. The third major recommendation was that a thorough review of maintenance practices with reference to establishing responsibility to public and private property owners and a program developed which would assign maintenance responsibility. This recommendation is not before the Council today. Recommendation No. 4 is before the Council today with three parts: 1. The continued improvement of creeks and water ways at developers expense. To minimize maintenance requirements for future abutting property owners. All easements should be accepted within the terms of the proposed floodway agreement. 2. To delegate to the Department of Public Works authority to designate whether all or parts of the drainage systems should be open or enclosed. This item is before the Council with one exception. In those cases where peak flows on creeks and streams exceed 300 cubic feet per second, that these considerations be submitted to the Planning Commission and the City Council for further action. 3. While the Master Drainage study is being done, develop interim procedures and design guides for new subdivisions to include easement requirements and the treatment of open channel culverts on the basis for cost participation between the City and subdivider, if any. Mr. Lillie stated the study would take about two years; and while it is being made, the City in the interim, should strengthen its existing codes and ordinances. In answer to Councilman Nichols concerning public hearings, Mr. Lillie stated the main presentation in July had six or seven groups represented. All made statements in support of this approach. The groups and Department had worked six to eight months to develop this approach. Councilman Nichols asked Mr. Graves if it will be the responsibility of the abutting property owners to maintain the drainage easement, and who is to determine to what extent the mainten- ance shall be. Mr. Graves stated at this time the easements are not being left in such condition which encourages their maintenance. Since criteria is to be set by the Council, Councilman Nichols asked about a public hearing on all of the items except Item 1. i CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS December 21, 1971/221 Mr. Davidson pointed out the third point of Item 4 would instruct the City Manager to outline interim procedures and designs and guides for the development of drainage systems within a proposed subdivision, to include easement requirements, storm sewer construction, etc. If the Council directs the Manager to carry out these recommendations, details would be set up answering questions the Council might have so that it will be known exactly what the requirements will be before they go into effect. Councilman Nichols stated the developers should have a say in the decision of maintenance. Mr. Davidson anticipated a public hearing called by the Council to consider these requirements. Mr. Davidson stated Mr. Lebermann had requested Categories 1 and 4 be heard today, and the administration is prepared to proceed on those two categories, if the Council so instructs. Mr. Kim Zimmerman, Executive Officer of the Association, said that over the months trying to solve the day to day problems, this Committee made up of developers and engineers is satisfied that there are working arrangements in the ordinance whereby the property can be protected, and not get into wholesale condemnations creating problems to adjoining property owners. The procedures in essence, are built into the ordinance. Mr. Tom Bradfield, Land Planning Committee and Counsel of Austin Home Builders Association, expressed interest in this matter from its very beginning, and all groups had been brought into the innumerable discussions. It was their opinion that they will have a good working ordinance by making these changes. T There are some things included in the ordinance that will make development more expensive; but at the same time they recognize there are needs of the City that require attention from time to time, and they believe it is a good workable arrangement. The Committee recommended the adoption of the Ordinance. Councilman Lebermann stated this study was begun before this Council took office. He said he was trying to get the wheels in motion and the development, materials, and criteria to happen so the Council can actually act on the substance. There have been public hearings after public hearings all along the line with developers' plugged in, with City department heads and their able staffs and in addition, Mr. Berman's group and the very excellent Planning Commission. He said ti was an excellent program and one that the community needs. Councilman Lebermann moved the Council vote positive action on Section 1 and Section 4, which had been described by Mr. Lillie. The motion, seconded by Councilman Friedman, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox Noes: None Absent: Mayor Butler Councilman Lebermann announced that next Tuesday, December 28, Categories 2 and 3 would appear on the Agenda. The reason for dividing these categories was to have adequate time to discuss each part. He invited the group to come again next week. 1222 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS December 21, 1971 PROPOSAL BY AUSTIN ASSOCIATION OF INSURANCE REGARDING OPERATION IDENTIFICATION Mr. J. R. Allen, President Elect, Austin Agents' Association, was spokesman The for Operation Identification. He outlined the program against crime that the Association plans to sponsor, and he asked the support of the Council as well as all law enforcement agencies, Police Department, and the citizens of Austin. program is "Operation Identification", in which citizens will place a personal identification on their household properties that are common targets for thieves, and thus thwart the sale of stolen property. Sale of stolen property is a major problem of law enforcement. The Association has ordered several hundred engraving pencils which will be loaned for the purpose of putting name, drivers license, etc., on television sets, guns, bikes, hub-caps, and other items. After everything has been engraved, the cards are sent back to the Police Department which keeps track of them; and if something turns up in the stolen market, the Police know where to go. A bright sticker for the home, garage, and automobile windshield indicates the articles are identified by one of the pencils. Thieves aware of the program leave properties with the sticker alone. Other cities have instituted this program and find it successful. It is hoped the Police Department will take the program over eventually. There is no cost nor obligation to the consumer. Mayor Butler noted in other cities Social Security Numbers are used. He questioned the public's going to the trouble to mark everything. Mr. Allen believed with publicity, education and someone pushing, the program will go over. His Association did vote to push the program. It was the Association's opinion the drivers' license was easier to run down rather than the Social Security number. Mr. Allen explained how the public would receive these pens. The agents will loan the pens. Councilman Lebermann asked if the Association would list the type of items that should be labeled. Mr. Allen said there is a complete kit, including inventory booklets, etc. The main thing is the decal on the home, garage or car. Councilman Nichols moved the Council vote to go on record as supporting this project, "Operation Identification." The motion, seconded by Councilman Lebermann carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nichols, Mayor Pro-tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Noes: Mayor Butler, Councilman Dryden None Not in Council Room when Roll was called: Councilman Handcox ADJOURNMENT The Council adjourned at 2:29 P. Μ. APPROVED: Rey Butler ey Mayor ATTEST: Wool City Clerk