_ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Regular Meeting June 22, 1972 10:00 Α.Μ. Council Chamber, City Hall The meeting was called to order with Mayor Pro Tem Love presiding, as Mayor Butler had not yet entered the Council Chamber. Roll Call: Present: Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler Absent: None The Invocation was delivered by REVEREND THOMAS A. WHITCOMB, Trinity United Church of Christ. 638 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Councilman Nichols moved the Council approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 8, 1972. The motion, seconded by Councilman Handcox, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler Noes: None TOAST MISTRESSES' CLUB DAY At Mayor Pro Tem Love's request, Councilman Dryden read a resolution signed by the Mayor and Council members, proclaiming June 24, 1972 as "TOAST MISTRESSES' CLUB DAY" and introduced the members present for this occasion. (The City Clerk's Office failed to receive a copy of this Resolution) HONORARY CITIZENSHIP Councilman Friedman, in behalf of the City, conferred Honorary Citizenship upon DR. PASAKA KHABELE and his wife, ELIZABETH MEANS KHABELE, from South Africa, and introduced the couple giving a brief resume of their education and work world-wide. こ _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 22, 1972 639 ZONING HEARING The Mayor announced it was 10:00 A.M., and the Council would hear the zoning case scheduled for public hearing at this time. WALTER R. CARRINGTON C814-72-002 8.72 acre tract located at north end of Quail Boulevard and west of property between 9726-9800 North Lamar Boulevard From "BB" Residence To Planned Unit Development RECOMMENDED by the Planning Commission Councilman Nichols moved the Council close the hearing and grant the change to a Planned Unit Development as recommended by the Planning Commission. The motion, seconded by Councilman Handcox, 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 change to a Planned Unit Development had been granted as recommended by the Planning Commission, and the City Attorney was instructed to draw the necessary ordinance to cover. CONTRACTS AWARDED Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a Resolution awarding the following contract: TERRY EDWARDS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY (Austin, Texas) - For North Lamar Boulevard median removal, paving and channelization from West Guadalupe Street to Morrow Street, Contract 72-Pb-115 - $78,973.65. (30 working days for completion; Engineer's estimate was $51,500.00; Capital Improvements Program Project No. 6071 0) The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Noes: Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilman Friedman None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Lebermann Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a Resolution awarding the following contract: DITCH WITCH OF SOUTH TEXAS (New Braunfels, Texas) - One each Track Mounted Trenching Machine$7,269.95 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 22, 1972 640 The motion, seconded by Councilman Handcox, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Noes: Friedman, Handcox, None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Mayor Butler, Councilman Dryden Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a Resolution awarding the following contract: COMMERCIAL BODY CORPORATION (Austin, Texas) Aerial Tower and Body, 2 each - $34,070.00. The motion, seconded by Councilman Handcox, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Noes: None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Mayor Butler, Councilman Dryden Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a Resolution awarding the following contract: UARCO, INC. (Austin, Texas) - Twelve (12) month Utility Forms requirement as required by Data Processing Department $6,311.12. The motion, seconded by Councilman Handcox, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Noes: Friedman, Handcox None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Mayor Butler, Councilman Dryden Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a Resolution awarding the following contract: BLAND CONSTRUCTION COMPANY (Austin, Texas) - For the installation of approximately 3,700 linear feet of 6-inch water main, 2,800 linear feet of 8-inch, and 780 linear feet of 6-inch sewer main and appurtenances in Glen Oaks Project Texas R-70 for Urban Renewal$36,255.30. (45 working days for completion; City's estimate was $48,184.00; Capital Improvements Program Project No. 4025 3) CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 22, 1972 641 The motion, seconded by Councilman Handcox, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Noes: Friedman, Handcox None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Mayor Butler, Councilman Dryden 10 Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a Resolution awarding the following contract: JALCO, INC. (Houston, Texas) vote: For installation of approximately 6,400 linear feet of 36-inch water main and appurtenances along Harris Boulevard and Kerbey Lane from Windsor Road to West 34th Street - $285,041.00. (120 working days for completion; City's estimate was $341,039.50; Capital Improvements Program Project No. 4024 3) The motion, seconded by Councilman Handcox, carried by the following Ayes: Councilman Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Noes: Friedman, Handcox None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Mayor Butler, Councilman BID REJECTION Dryden Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution rejecting bid for Implement Trailers. The motion, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Love, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Butler, Councilman Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen None Noes: Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Dryden CONTRACTS POSTPONED The Council postponed the following contracts until June 29. A-1 CLEANING COMPANY (Austin, Texas Painting and refinishing of the Longhorn Dam located on Pleasant Valley Road - $49,000. (90 calendar days for completion) A-1 CLEANING COMPANY (Austin, Texas) =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 22, 1972 642 - Painting and refinishing of the five exhaust stacks at the Seaholm Power Plant $13,900. (50 calendar days for completion: Engineer's estimate was $15,000) STREET AND ALLEY VACATION Mayor Butler introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE VACATING AND PERPETUALLY CLOSING FOR PUBLIC USE THAT CERTAIN PORTION OF EAST 9TH STREET ALLEY, IN THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; RETAINING EASEMENTS IN THE CITY FOR PUBLIC UTILITY AND DRAINAGE PURPOSES; SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF AN ORDINANCE ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. In response to Councilman Dryden's inquiry, the Director of Planning stated this request was prior to the policy. Councilman Dryden moved the Council close the hearing and waive the requirement for three readings, declare an emergency and finally pass the ordinance effective immediately. The motion, seconded by Councilman Nichols, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love Noes: None The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. STREET VACATING POSTPONED The public hearing on vacating SWISHER STREET from Manor Road south to the porposed right-of-way of Interregional Highway 35 was postponed until next week. CITY SEWER SERVICE Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a Resolution authorizing the City forces to install two (2) sewer taps for MR. JOE PERRONE at 4404A and 4404B Terrilance Drive, Reissig Heights Subdivision, Section 3, Lot #3. (Owner deposited $500.00 fee in escrow and entered into agreement with the City.) The motion, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Love, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Noes: Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Dryden June 22, 1972 643 =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a Resolution authorizing agreement with TEXAS HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT for construction, maintenance and operation of Street Illumination System, North Hills Drive to Enfield Road, Project No. U1124(7). The motion, seconded by Councilman Lebermann, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Noes: Mayor Butler, Councilman Nichols None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Dryden ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES Councilman Friedman moved the Council select the Architectural Services of James Patterson in connection with the following Capital Improvements Program Project: New single story recreation center to be located in South Austin on City owned land - Project No. 8642. (Estimated construction cost is $360,000, Group III) The motion, seconded by Councilman Handcox, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilman Noes: Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Dryden EMINENT DOMAIN PROCEEDINGS Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a Resolution authorizing Eminent Domain proceedings for right-of-way for Mo-Pac Boulevard on the following property: 6000 through 6100 Block Balcones Drive. The motion, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Love, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilman Nichols, Noes: Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilman Lebermann None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Dryden C 644 =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 22, 1972 DESIGNATION OF H.O.C. Councilman Nichols moved the Council set a public hearing for July 6,1972 at 7:00 P.M. to consider revocation of designation of Human Opportunities Corporation as the Community Action Agency and in event of such revocation the designation of City of Austin as the Community Action Agency. The motion, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Love, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilman Nichols, Mayor Pro Noes: Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Dryden MODEL CITIES PROPOSAL Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a Resolution authorizing the Austin Model Cities Department to contract with the Travis County Juvenile Court for the Juvenil Defender Project #21801. Total cost of the project is $84,093 Model Cities share will be $20,093. Effective date of contract to be retroactive to June 15, 1972. The motion, seconded by Councilman Friedman, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox Noes: None LICENSE AGREEMENTS Mayor Pro Tem Love moved the Council adopt a Resolution granting a license agreement for the use of the following: vote: - H. E. BUTT encroachment of proposed building into two (2) existing public utilities easements located at Lot 1, Block D, Northwest Hills, Section 9-C. The motion, seconded by Councilman Lebermann, carried by the following Ayes: Councilman Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilman Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman Noes: None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Dryden =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS- June 22, 1972 645 こ Mayor Pro Tem Love moved the Council adopt a Resolution granting a license agreements for the use of the following: vote: GRACE METHODIST CHURCH, Carl L. Lind, et al, Trustee encroachment of a proposed retaining wall and steps into the sidewalk area located at 201 East Monroe Street, The motion, seconded by Councilman Lebermann, carried by the following Ayes: Councilman Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilman Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman Noes: None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Dryden AMENDMENTS TO AUSTIN DEVELOPMENT PLAN Mayor Butler opened the hearings on amendments to the Austin Development Plan. No one appeared to be heard. Councilman Nichols moved the Council close the hearing and amend the Austin Development Plan as follows: An area of approximately 497 acres of land located north and east of the intersection of Riverside Drive and Pleasant Valley Roadlocally known as the Dickson Tract - from Low Density Residential to Medium Density, requested by Fagan Dickson - C2-72-1(1). Approximately 30 acres north of Rutland Drive and east of H. & T.C. Railroad - from Manufacturing and Related Uses to Medium Density Residential - requested by Ronald Tynes C2-72-1(a). The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Noes: None Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler ΑΝΝΕΧΑΤΙON HEARING Mayor Butler opened the annexation hearing scheduled for this time. No one appeared to be heard. Councilman Nichols moved the Council close the hearing and direct the administration to institute annexation proceedings to annex the following: 986.66 acres of land out of the J. C. TANNEHILL LEAGUE and THOMAS ELDRIDGE SURVEY - portions of Ed Bluestein Boulevard, Springdale Road, FM 969, Tannehill Street, Tracor Lane, Hudson Street, and Harold Court. (initiated by City) 646 =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 22, 1972. : The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols Noes: None 4 Councilman Nichols moved the Council close the hearing and direct the administration to institute annexation proceedings to annex the following: 32.02 acres of unplatted land out of and a part of the WILLIAM CANNON LEAGUE. (requested by owner's representative) The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilman Lebermann Noes: None Councilman Nichols moved the Council close the hearing and direct the administration to institute annexation proceedings to annex the following: 12.682 acres of unplatted land out of the JOHN APPLEGAIT SURVEY. (requested by owners) The motion, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Love, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman Noes: None Councilman Nichols moved the Council close the hearing and direct the administration to institute annexation proceedings to annex the following: 18.16 acres of land out of the James Rogers Survey - proposed MESA PARK SECTION FIVE. (requested by owner's representative) The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Friedman, Handcox Noes: None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Lebermann, Mayor Pro Tem Love Councilman Nichols moved the Council close the hearing and direct the administration to institute annexation proceedings to annex the following: June 22, 1972 647 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 623.5 acres of land more or less out of and a part of the SANTIAGO DEL VALLE GRANT: (1) 497 acres of unplatted land. (requested by owner) (2) 126.5 acres. (initiated by city) The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Noes: Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Lebermann ANNEXATION ORDINANCE 1ST & 2ND READINGS Mayor Butler brought up the following ordinance for its first reading: AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE EXTENSION OF CERTAIN BOUNDARY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN AND THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN ADDITIONAL TERRITORY CONSISTING OF 0.03 OF ONE ACRE OF LAND, SAME BEING OUT OF AND A PART OF THE THEODORE BISSEL LEAGUE; 13.61 ACRES OF LAND, SAME BEING OUT OF AND A PART OF THE THEODORE BISSEL LEAGUE; AND 6.11 ACRES OF LAND, SAME BEING OUT OF AND A PART 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. The ordinance was read the first time, and Councilman Nichols moved the Council pass it to its second reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilman Dryden Noes: None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Lebermann The ordinance was read the second time, and Councilman Nichols moved the Council pass it to its third reading. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Friedman, Noes: Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilman Dryden None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Lebermann The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been passed through its first and second readings only. June 22, 1972 648 =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS こ 1. ΑΝΝΕΧATION ORDINANCE Mayor Butler brough up the following ordinance for its third and final 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 82.10 ACRES OF LAND, SAME BEING OUT OF AND A PART OF THE SANTIAGO DEL VALLE GRANT IN TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; WHICH SAID ADDITIONAL TERRITORY LIES ADJACENT TO AND ADJOINS THE PRESENT BOUNDARY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, IN PARTICULARS STATED IN THE ORDINANCE. The ordinance was read the third time, and Mayor Pro Tem Love moved that the ordinance be finally passed. The motion, seconded by Councilman Nichols, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Noes: Councilmen Dryden, Nichols None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Lebermann The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. ZONING ORDINANCES PASSED Mayor Butler introduced the following ordinance:: AN ORDINANCE ORDERING A CHANGE IN USE AN IHEIGHT AND AREA AND CHANGING THE USE AND HEIGHT AND AREA MAPS ACCOMPANYING CHAPTER 45 OF THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1967 AS FOLLOWS: (1) ALL OF FRED'S SUBDIVISION, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 2512-2514 THORNTON ROAD, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "B" RESIDENCE DISTRICT; AND, (2) LOTS 7,8, AND 9, OUTLOT 137, ORIGINAL CITY OF AUSTIN, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 313-323 EAST 12TH STREET; 1112-1122 TRINITY STREET, FROM SECOND HEIGHT AND AREA DISTRICT TO FOURTH HEIGHT AND AREA DISTRICT; AND, (3) LOT 10, WOODLAND ADDITION, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 502 OAKLAND AVENUE, FROM "B" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "C" COMMERCIAL DISTRICT; AND, (4) LOT 23, BLOCK F, BURNET HEIGHTS ADDITION, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 2010 KOENIG LANE; 5901-5903 LAIRD DRIVE, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "LR" LOCAL RETAIL DISTRICT; AND, (5) A 0.77 ACRE TRACT OF LAND, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 1311-1317 SOUTH INTERREGIONAL HIGHWAY, FROM "A" RESIDENCE, FIRST HEIGHT AND AREA DISTRICT TO "O" OFFICE, FIFTH HEIGHT AND AREA 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. (C14-70-231, C14-68-188, C14-69-180, C14-65-163, C14-690257) CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 22, 1972 649 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 Lebermann, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Noes: Nichols, Lebermann None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Mayor Pro Tem Love The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. 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 CODE OF 1967 AS FOLLOWS: LOTS 1 AND 2, BAYLESS RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 19, BLOCK B, NORTHGATE ADDITION, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 901-903 TAULBEE LANE, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "B" RESIDENCE DISTRICT; SAID PROPERTY BEING LOCATED IN AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; SUS- PENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. (Mary E. Bayless C14-72-059) 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 Lebermann, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Noes: Nichols, Lebermann None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Mayor Pro Tem Love The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. REFUND CONTRACT ORDINANCE Mayor Butler introduced the following ordinance for its second and third readings: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ACTING CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CERTAIN REFUND CONTRACT WITH NORWAY, INC., JERRY WALLACE, PRESIDENT; SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. (For water and sewer mains in Quail Creek West, Phase 2, Section 8$23,759.60.) The ordinance was read the second time, and Councilman Nichols moved the Council waive the requirement for the third reading, declare an emergency and finally pass the ordinance effective immediately. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: i =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 22, 1972 650 Ayes: Councilman Handcox, Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilman Lebermann Noes: Councilman Friedman Abstain: Mayor Butler The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. ZONING WITHDRAWAL Mayor Pro Tem Loce moved the Council grant the request to withdraw Zoning File No. C14-72-103 scheduled to be heard by the City Council on July 6, 1972Mrs. Paul J. Phillips and S & R Construction at 4312-4314 Avenue F. The motion, seconded by Councilman Nichols, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilman Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox Noes: None AQUA FESTIVAL Mr. Terry Sasser, President of the Austin Aqua Festival, introduced Mr. Joe Manor, Commodore, and Mr. Reg Hatch, Chamber of Commerce, and announced the 11th annual Aqua Festival, which promises to be the best yet. They today request the aid and assistance of the City in helping to produce some 60 events from August 4th through the 13th. He thanked the City Manager and his staff for his tremendous help, not only this year, but in other years past. Councilman Nichols moved the Council grant Mr. Sasser's request for assistance. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols Noes: None Mr. Sasser introduced the Aqua Festival Queen - Miss Georgeanna Byfield, and Duchess Cindy Copus. NATIONAL SAFETY COUNCIL PRESENTATION Mr. Peter G. Barkley, National Safety Council, congratulated the City and the Safety Director, Mr. John Estes, for the National Council award, and commended the excellence of the City Departments. This is the ninth Safety Award the City of Austin has won. The City of Austin is in good position to comply with the provisions and requirements of Occupational Safety and Health Act. He presented the Plaque of the National Safety Council. =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 22, 1972 657 JAYCEES Mr. Don Conwell, Project Chairman for July 4th, stated they were tryint to enlarge on the project this year to get it back where it was where there were other activities besides the fireworks. The City Manager stated the expense to the City for what they had requested would amount to several thousand unbudgeted dollars. It would represent a conflict with at least one of the concession contracts on the waterfront; and they might have problems by not being licensed by the Health Department in accordance with the laws. There are no problems as to the request for the fireworks. In the past the City had paid for the insurance. If there are no food or drinks the City could handle the clean-up. The City Manager's recommendation was that the Jaycees approach the Council on a long range basis for next year; but on this short range notice, he recommended they proceed as they had in the past years, and the Parks Department could help them with platforms, barricade, etc. If they proceed as they did last year, there would be no problem. The City can set up the platforms, deliver carnival booths if needed; provide garbage recepticals as needed and clean up. The City could block off Riverside drive on the west side of Lamar Boulevard, provide traffic and crown dontrols. Mayor Pro Tem Love moved the Council approve the request with the total deletion of all requests involving concessions, and include the blocking of the streets, and give the City Manager discretion as to what should be done. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilman Dryden, Mayor Pro Tem Love Noes: None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Nichols RELEASE OF EASEMENTS Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing release of the following easement: Two (2) tracts out of existing public utilities and driveway easement on Lots 1, 2, 3, and 4, Block Y, NORTHWEST HELLS, CAT MOUNTAIN SECTION. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilman Lebermann Noes: None June 22, 1972 6520 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing release of the following easement: A portion of an existing public utilities easement out of Lot 2, the resubdivision of Lot 1, Block J and Lot 7, Block I of PEPPERTREE PARK SECTION ONE. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilman Lebermann Noes: None L こ REPORT OF TAX ADVISORY COMMISSION Mayor Butler called for the report of the Tax Advisory Commission. Mr. Clyde Copus introduced the members present--Messrs. Bill Arnott, Tom Braner, Al Golden, Charles Nash, and Drs. Raynell Harkis and Dan Morgan. Messrs. Clyde Hill, Allen Mendoza, and Chairman Joe Crow were absent. Mr. Copus proceeded with the official report of this Commission, reviewing briefly the workings of the Commission in its studies; and listed three recommendations which would be presented by Mr. Golden: 1. That all property in the City be taxed at one time. 2. That consideration be given to changing the tax activity period, when assessments are made with citizens' being notified when their tax change will be, thus having as opportunity of accumulating a higher payment before the end of the year. 3. That the appointment of the Equalization Board, the term it serves, and the hearing dates be changed. Mr. Copus commented if the entire City were assessed at one time, there would be a larger tax base, which might reduce the tax rate. General Recommendations 1. At some time during each appraisal period, an independent appriasal firm shall make a spot check review of the appraisal work of the Tax Department and submit a final report to the Council accompanied by evidence as to their opinion of the quantity and uniformity of tax appraisals in the City. It was recommended that the Tax Department have competent audit to ascertain that all property is taxed fair and equal. 2. The Tax Department should provide information on each property of all the methods of evaluation, namely reproduction costs, accruements less depreciation, market value information used, and capitalization of income from estimated rental value. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 22, 1972 653 こ 3. The City should establish educational and experience requirements for all appraisers working in the Austin Tax Department. 4. Qualified appraisers and accountants should be employed to analyze the aspects of Austin property tax to determine the top level to which that tax may ascend without destroying the comparative desirability of real estate in comparison with other investments; and the develop cost revenue information on all classes of property in the City to enable planning and effect to bear the tax situation by increasing the role of those classes of property which are most profitable to the City and which are producing tax re- venue with less service costs to the City. 5. An investigation should be made of other cities similar to Austin in regards to large amounts of government property and employees to ascertain if they have some means of taxation to assist servicing government properties and to compensate with so many citizens who work but who payno taxes. On this item, it was recommended that an additional committee be appointed to study the Austin situation as to the 50% of properties which are non-taxable. This committee could make a survey of other sources of revenues to substitute or implement property taxes. A special citizens committee could be appointed for that purpose or the administrative part of the City could pursue this. The opinion of the committee is that the Tax Assesser needs a competent executive to relieve hom of part of his work load and to undertake a continuous training and supervising of the operations of the appraisers and their work. The tremendous growth of Asutin plus that of the school district have increased the work load of the Department. This committee suggests that the Council evaluate the work and the effort and determine if this committee should be abandoned at this time or continue and explore different phases of taxation. Tax Activity Mr. Al Golden, attorney, presented specific changes in the tax activity. The first was to eliminate the quadrant system, through a Charter amendment, amending Section 3, Article 8. As to stepping up the assessment process, he stated they had proposed that renditions be filed by February 1st of each year, and notice of value mailed by the Assessor by February 15, this requiring a charter amendment. Notice of appeal to the Board is to be set between January 1.5 and March 15. Personal property May 1 for rendition, June 1 for assessment, and Notices of appeal scheduled between April 15 and June 15. The Tax Assessor shall report to the Council no later than the 4th Monday in February (Code amendment) and certify a tentative roll. The Council, at the first meeting in March, shall introduce a levy ordinance and set tentative rates; final levy no later than September 47th. A tentative assessment roll in March, would give the Council an opportunity to establish a tentative rate as a guide for the City Manager in his preparation of the budget. This returns responsibility for fixing the rate on the elected officials and removing the ability to raise taxes by raising valuation and leaving the rate the same. | ! CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS: June 22, 1972 654 こ Board of Equalization Mr. Golden presented the recommendation that the Board of Equalization be appointed before December 31st of each even numbered year, and serve a two-year term, and provide by Charter amendment that the Board organize by March 1st. No change in valuation would be made after March 15; and no change after July on personal property. The decision of the Board must be rendered by August 1, or property will be assessed at rendered value. The roll shall be certified to the Council no later than August 15. Tax Appeal to Courts The Committee recommended, in conformity with a majority of cities in Texas, that appeals to the Board of Equalization lie only to the Courts, with a full jury trial. Supplemental Assessments This provision is not available under the present structure. Mr. Golden described dates for filing and assessing, notices of appeal. The suggested time limit was short enough to prevent an appeal simply to delay paying taxes. As to delinquent taxes, the law provides that taxes are delinquent January 31, but no penalty or interest charge accrues until after February 28th. The Committee recommended when Laxes become delinquent, on January 31, that penalty and interest accrue from that date, the suggested penalty rate be 1% per month up to six months; and interest at 8%. - Mr. Golden submitted suggestions on technical changes - one being a change in assessment rates "Market" rather than "full value"; and that the assessment include all three appraisal techniques. In closing he suggested a new Tax Commis sion or a continuation of the present Commission to study computors and aid the Assessor in conversion and possibly making the Commission a permanent body. The Commission should look into the philosophy of taxes, land vs. improvements, etc. The main crux of their recommendations and changes is to change the time of appratsal process and change the charge to the Board of Equalization, and removing the Council as an appelate body from that Board. The City Attorney stated the quadrant system could be changed without a charter amendment but the change of rendition dates would require a Charter amendment. Councilman Nichols questioned appleants' having to go through the Courts for appeals from the Board, stating a taxpayer need not employ highpriced legal counsel before exhausting all methods of remedy for relief. Councilman Dryden disagreed with the percent of interest on delinquent taxes, stating citizens that have delinquent taxes, are no doubt having other financial problems. Mr. Golden suggested giving the Assessor Collector some discretion in those cases, in working with those persons. _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 22, 1972 655 こ Mr. Bill ARnott discussed methods which might be of help to the City and referred to the computor system. He described the system as to tax work and its many advantages. The Mayor and Council members agreed this was an excellent report. Councilman Nichols stated this Committee is well into the swing of things in this line, and should be continued to make the study it had suggested. Mayor Butler stated to the Commission that the Council considered them still in office, and it would be in touch with them after the Council members have time to review these recommendations. Mayor Butler told the Commission that the Council is considering by policy decision the abandonment of the so-called quadrant system, and had discussed a biennial system; also there will be two tax bills, one for the Schools and one for the City to apprise the taxpayer of where his money is going. Mayor Pro Tem Love asked Mr. Arnott if he would assemble a good crosssection report of computerized markets of cities such as Bakersfield, California, as it would be helpful to the Council. DOG ORDINANCE Mr. Don McCormick, reported the dog bite of his daughter and then of himself, the dog having gotten loose from the owner and biting two persons. He thanked the Council for recognizing the need for such an ordinance. He reported having contacted the Policy Department as to a dog running loose about 7:30 Ρ.Μ., and was referred to the Health Department which picked up the message by recording. By this procedure, nothing could be done between 7:30 P.M. and 8:00 A.M. the next day. The city Manager stated he was glad to have a report about this experience last night. The machine at the end says if there is an emergency to call a certain number, and this has taken care of most of the problems. In an emergency, the Police Department responds and they get a warden from his home. In most coses, this has taken care of the complaints. He stated he would check this location; and if dogs are running at night, he would make a special assignment at night. Mayor Butler introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 5-35 OF THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1967 TO PROVIDE FOR A PROCEDURE WHEN ANIMALS HAVE BITTEN OR INJURED PERSONS; DESIGNATING THE PROPER AND ONLY PERMISSIBLE TYPES OF CONFINEMENT FACILITIES FOR SUCH ANIMALS; PROVIDING FOR THE DISPOSITION OF SUCH ANIMALS UPON COMPLETION OF THE REQUIRED PERIOD OF CONFINEMENT AND OBSERVATION; REQUIRING THAT IF SUCH AN ANIMAL BE A DOG, THAT IT BE PROPERTY LICENSED AND VACCINATED PRIOR TO ITS RETURN TO ITS OWNER OR OTHER PERSON, AT THE EXPENSE OF SAID OWNER OR OTHER PERSON; SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY, ! こ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 22, 1972 656 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 Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Noes: Dryden, Nichols None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Mayor Pro Tem Love The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. RECYCLING TIN CAN PROJECT Mrs. Carol Wyche appeared speaking for Ecology Action, stating the City had helped and had taken over a great part of the recycling project. They would like to continue the project. The City Manager reported on the cost of this participation of one truck to pick up at four stations as follows: Collected 41,540 pounds Credit of metal Cost Net cost 83.08 days. 208.00 124.92 during the last 60 day period. Councilman Nichols moved that this participation be extended another 60 Councilman Lebermann, in the interest of supporting and furthering this kind of activity as an example of the City's support, offered a substitute motion that this project be extended for a year. Councilman Nichols withdrew his motion Councilman Lebermann's substitute motion received the following roll call: Ayes: Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler Noes: None LOST CREEK MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT Mr. Elbert Hooper, representing Lost Creek Developers along with Lost Creek Club, presented the request for the creation of a Municipal Utility District southwest of the City of Austin. He pointed out their 275 acres out of a 2400 acre tract belonging to Mutual Savings Institution, and showed on a map an additional 100 acres owned by another party, which acreage is included in this proposed development. The boundaries proposed thoroughfares, a private golf course to be developed and a 25 or 26 acre tract for park purposes where shown. Mr. Hooper described the park land, with some bluffs. The drainage way through the development will be retained as greenbelt and open space areas, unimproved and dedicated park land to be owned by the district. The open space would add about 11 acres to the 25 or 26 acres for park and recreational purposes, which, CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 22, 1972 657 こ if annexed, would become City of Austin park land. Under the planned unit developments, there would be cluster housing and condominiums, but the total package would be Municipal Utility District, a legal governmental entity. Mayor Butler opened the discussion on the development of the first 275 acre tract and its relation to the 2400 acre tract, in regard to park land. The Director of Planning reported the national standard for parks is uses the ratio of 6.8 acres per 1000 for aprk land, not including green belts. Mayor Butler noted this proposition would be more than in compliance with the national for mula. Mr. James Drozier, Vice President, Mutual Savings Institution, stated they owned 80% of the entire tract, specifically a tract of 2700 acres. Another group owns 20% of the undivided tract. Mutual had deeded 175 acres to the Lost Creek Club for a golf course, and deeded approximately 275 acres to the Lost Creek Developers for immediate development. Mr. Crozier stated the plan development in the near future, and it is pointed out this would include park land. Due to low density, there will be green areas available even when fully developed without any park land. He did not want to encumber the land, committing themselves to give "x" number of acres. He described his tract of land with water. Mayor Butler stated the Council had gone on record from its beginning that the time to acquire park land is at the time the builder brings the subdivision in, and to buy the land at builders' prices rather than later on development prices. He stated the City should have an option at the time the property is annexed of buying acreage at the owners' cost to dedicate for park land. Discussion was held on burbs and gutters, concrete or iron culberts, entrance to this park on the north side of the creek, protection to the City if this area were annexed as to difference in rates of interest on the $2,000,000 bonds the Lost Creek Developers will issue. In discussion, it was pointed out that the City would operate and maintain the water system at the developers expense; that no additional land should be annexed by the District without consent of the City of Austin; the water supply present supply by means of wells in the subdivision, schoold and fire stations not in the 275 acres, but the for the total tract. The City Attorney, pointing out the main items -- financing park land, quality of improvements, maintenance and operation of the system - stated the contract should be signed taking care of the operation and maintenance of the system and the dedication of park land; and at the same time, or after that is done, then the resolution approving the creation of the District along these lines could be adopted. Mayor Butler stated that the Developers would proceed through the Water Rights Commission and other boards, and the Council could take action on this next Thursday. CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXASJune 22, 1972 658 こ WALNUT CREEK TREATMENT PLANT Mayor Pro Tem Love moved the Council uphold the decision of the Planning Commission and grant the Special Permit for the City of Austin Water and Wastewater Department for the expansion of Walnut Creek Treatment Plant. The motion, seconded by Councilman Handcox, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols Noes: None Councilman Handcox moved that the Council authorize the City Manager to look into the possibilities of the Park or Recreation facilities for the remaining portions of that which would not be needed for the Sewage Treatment Plant and the cosmetics involved to make this as aesthetically pleasing as possible. In discussion, Councilman Friedman stated this was very good, as there would be about 158 acres of park land available, and this may off-set some of the problems. Mayor Butler stated the City is fortunate in having such a large piece of property in one piece. Mayor Pro Tem Love asked that the City Manager go one step further and utilize the 150-165 acres to see what might be done in terms of something more specific as a possible nine-hole golf course. Councilman Handcox stated he would hope that whatever the land might accommodate, it would be used as its maximum as a recreational facility as well as a nine-hole golf course, maybe picnic tables or barbecue stands. The area is in dire need of recreational facilities. Mayor Butler noted with the loss of the Municipal Golf Course from the University, this would be timely move... The motion, seconded by Councilman Nichols, carried by the following vote Ayes: Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love Noes: None REQUEST - ACCESS TO PENINSULA AT DECKER LAKE Mr. Hudson Matlock appeared before the Council asking for access to the Peninsula at Decker Lake for experimental purposes for a limited area to conduct a swelling clay experiment. Councilman Nichols inquired as to the time limit. Mr. Matlock stated a two or three year period would be desirable for the experiment. The City Manager recommended this experiment for a two year period and then they could come back each year after that for further approval. The City might have a development proposed by then. Councilman Lebermann moved the Council vote to grant Mr. Matlock's request as recommended. The motion, seconded by Councilman Nichols, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox Noes: None i CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 22, 1972 659 ! ZONING APPLICATION AMENDED The Council had before it a communication from Mr. John Brougher, Jr. requesting an amendment to his zoning application C14-72-012. (5319-5343 Burnet Road from "C" Το "C-2") Mayor Butler explained that Mr. Brougher had amended his application not to include the whole property but just the floor area of the portion of the building that would be used for a "C-2" Commercial use; and therefore the five feet of right-of-way would not be necessary since they are not building anything extra. The Director of Planning stated this was the recommendation the Commission had made to the Council at the Huston-Tillotson meeting. Councilman Nichols moved the Council grant the request as applied for. The motion, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Love, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilman Lebermann Noes: None C ELECTRIC RATE FOR RESIDENTIAL PURPOSE Mr. A. D. Stenger stated he had been refused the All Electric Service Rate for Residential Purpose as set out in Ordinance 590910-F. He said there was no other energy used on the premises but electric. Mr. R. L. Hancock, Director of Electric Utilities, explained Mr. Stenger's application could not qualify for the all electric rate because under the policy and practices it is required that the unit be a completely self-contained unit and meet the requirement of a single family residential dwelling unit, with each unit being self contained -- that is to have its own individual air conditioning unit, cooking facility. In Mr. Stenger's case, there is only one water heater. If he added one more water heater he would comply. Mr. Hancock suggested before one individual were qualified, that a lot of research be made to find out what effect this would have on the system. As an example, an apartment complex could have a common water heating system and qualify for the A.E. rate, thus having an effect on the revenue the City would receive under this particular application. The City Attorney stated to give people in Mr. Stenger's position this A.E. rate would require amending the ordinance. Councilman Dryden moved that this man be granted this A.E. rate, as it is believed he had met the requirement. The motion, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Love, failed to carry by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Dryden, Mayor Pro Tem Love Noes: Councilman Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Nichols, Lebermann, Friedman _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 22, 1972 660 ! POLICY OUTSIDE CITY SEWER SERVICE The Council did not consider, at this time, a proposed policy for outside the City Sewer Service. ! CLEAN-UP Councilman Dryden reported that Mr. Glen Jennings and a group had appeared before the Council previously, requesting help in cleaning a certain area out by the University, and a truck was made available to help move the debris. Mr. Jennings had planned a neighborhood clean-up in the area between. 19th to 26th Streets and from Guadalupe to Pearl. They had tried to get pick-ups to help and it had been suggested that they go before the City Council and ask for a pick-up truck to haul trash away. It was pointed out his request was too late to be on the Agenda. City Manager Davidson, pointed out this request would require overtime pay plus the use of a City truck. Mayor Pro Tem Love recalled if a parade protest which cost hundreds if not thousands of dollars of overtime in policy help and these people want to clean up the streets of Austin, he would moved the approval of this request. The motion, seconded by Councilman Lebermann, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox Noes: None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Mayor Butler In discussion, the City Manager stated he would review this with Mr. Jennings to see what is needed. TAX RE-EVALUATION Councilman Nichols moved that No. 1: the quadrant system be eliminated; and No. 2: that the tax notices which are now in existence be sent; that there will be no tax re-evaluation for the year 1973 and that the entire City will be reappraised beginning in 1973 so that the tax notices of 1974 will reflect these increases if there be any increases; and that these notices be sent in separate dates and in separate envelopes as to the School taxes and as to the City of Austin taxes. The motion, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Love, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler Noes: None CITY OF AUSTIN. TEXAS- June 22, 1972 661 Mayor Butler explained that half of the City would be worked in 1973 and the other half in 1974, and those notices would be sent all at one time. Mayor Butler announced this was a real decided step, fulfilling campaign promises of all seven members of this Council, and it has been done in a way that is beneficial to the community. REQUEST FOR HEARING ON ZONING Mr. Michael Eakin, spokesman for concerned citizens from the area west of the University, had asked to appear before the Council concerning a public hearing on present and future are zoning. Mr. Jim Price, manager of some apartments in the west University area for his father who owns them, expressed interest in that community to maintain it as a livable area. A great number of people are worried that the area from 19th to 29th, and from the drag to Lamar is degenerating in a number of ways. He listed some problems in this area, stating there are difficulties in enforcing the leash law and there are stray cats and dogs in the area. There are problems with accumulations of garbage, and trash, and dogs' interfering with normal City garbage service, There are problems of robberies, burglaries and drug traffic in the area. Concern is expressed about other people including University professors, who own residences and want to continue living there. Mr. Price said he was asking not just consideration of siggle zoning. The problem is not tenants, but the irresponsible absentee landlords. It was his suggestion that the Planning Department hold a hearing on what problems there are and hear from the citizens who live there; and besides the hearing, coordinating pot just zoning but other municipal services and municipal planning in the west University area. He said their concern was much beyond just zoning. Councilman Nichols stated Mr. Price was asking for something that required not only the Planning Department but various Departments of the City, as there is a crime problem, anclean-up problem with garbage, and a health problem with dogs running loose in most areas of the City. Councilman Lebermann gave a brief report on what is being done by the Building Inspector in the Code Enforcement program, and by the Planning Department in its comprehensive study of north and west University areas. Mr. Price noted there was not a park in this area. He Mr. Michael Eakin, who had lived in this neighborhood at 907 W. 22 Street said the neighborhood has many good aspects, is beautiful, casual, friendly, and neighborly, and the residents are interested in maintaining this little area. give a review of the neighborhood. Most of Mr. Hardin's development and some of that of the absentee landlords is in a bad state of repair; the taxes have doubled, and the rent has increased. The effect of the absentee landlords has been a deterioration of residences on which taxes have been doubled and this, in turn, affects the students. The green areas are disappearing; the population density is increasing; and traffic has increased. He stated two beautiful old homes are going down for another large apartment complex, which adds traffic, and eliminates trees and grass. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS June 22, 1972 662 Mr. Schewers, a student at the University, joined with the others in upgrading the area. These apartments that are going up will be slums in 10 - 20 years - something for urban renewal. He suggested zoning some sections of west University for apartments only and other areas be zoned for boarding houses. A new zoning classification to separate apartments and rooming houses would be one recommendation. The Director of Planning, Mr. Dick Lillie, stated they would be glad to make an area study for zoning to determine land use, street and zoning patterns. Such a study would be routine under the Master Plan program. If the Department had three months, they could do a good job to give the Planning Commission and the Council a sense of what the neighborhood is, and they would be able to give a recommendation. Mr. Schewers asked for a public hearing before the Planning Department that would take place in that community, perhaps at the Federation of Texas Women's Club. Mayor Butler suggested that the Planning Director coordinate this with the Chaftman of the Commission, and the City Manager. Mr. Eakin wanted to be assured of a citizen's input to this report on this area survey. He was asked to keep in touch with Mr. Lillie in the Planning Department. ADJOURNMENT The Council then adjourned. APPROVED: Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk