CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS- 1140 it MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Regular Meeting November 21, 1972 10:00 Α. Μ. COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL The meeting was called to order with Mayor Butler presiding. Roll Call: Present: Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Israel. Absent: Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler None The Invocation was delivered by RABBI LOUIS FIRESTEIN, Temple Beth MINUTES APPROVED Councilman Nichols moved the Council approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of November 2, 1972. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler Noes: None EASEMENTS RELEASED Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing the release of the following easement: Twenty-three (23) existing public utilities easements out of CROWN RIDGE VILLAGE, SECTION ONE. The motion, seconded by Councilman Friedman, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols Noes: None __ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 21, 1972 1141 Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing the release of the following easement: A portion of an existing drainage and public utilities easement out of Lot 10, AVON HEIGHTS, SECTION EIGHT. The motion, seconded by Councilman Friedman, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols Noes: None Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing the release of the following easement: An existing public utilities easement out of Lots 1 and 3, BURTON TERRACE, SECTION ONE-A. The motion, seconded by Councilman Friedman, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols Noes: None CONTRACTS AWARDED Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution awarding the following contract: HOUSE-BRASWELL COMPANY (San Antonio, Texas) - For a reinforced concrete multiple box culvert in Mountain Quail Road 165 feet east of Oak Hollow Drive, Contract No. 72-cc-129 - $19,702.41. Capital Improvements Program Project No. 6527.) The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love Noes: None Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution awarding the following contract: TERRY EDWARDS (Austin, Texas) For drainage imporvements in Dean Terrace Area, Contract No. 72-Db-138- $96,737.95. (Capital Improvements Program Project No. 7023 4) The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love Noes: None =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 21, 1972 1142 Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution awarding the following contract: BESCO,, INC. (Austin, Texas) - 32 each Mercury Vapor Floodlights and 32 each Cross Arm Brackets to be in- stalled on Tennis Courts by Electric Department - $5,872.00. (Austin Recreation Center) (Bid Inv. No. 3-0080 The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love Noes: None Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution awarding the following contract: AUSTIN METAL & IRON CO. (Austin, Texas) Sale of scrap Copper Alloy "Admiralty" Metal Tubes, approximately 28,000 lbs. $7,988.40. Bid Inv. No. 3-0111.) The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love Noes: None PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANTS Councilman Nichols moved the Council select Professional Consultants to provide engineering services in connection with 1973 Capital Improvements Program Projects as follows:. GERLING-THOMAS-WARD - Air Conditioning and Heating of the Pan American Recreation Center Project No. 8630 1. NATIONAL ENGINEERING COMPANY, INC. Emerald Forest Drive Bridge Williamson Creek Crossing - Project No. 6535. Shoal Creek Boulevard and Foster Lane Culvert Shoal Creek Branch CrossingProject No. 6533. 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 DEVELOPMENT PLAN AMENDMENT HEARING Councilman Friedman moved the Council set a public hearing for December 14, 1972, at 10:00 A. M., on the following amendments to the Austin Development Plan: CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 21, 19721143 For a change in the land use designation from low density residential to Commercial Service and Semi-industrial on 64 acres plus an additional 100 acres locatedmrth and south of Dungan Lane from Brown Lane to Cameron Road requested by Mr. V. D. Sylvester, et al - C2-72-1(e) Initiated by the Planning Commission of the City of Austin, the designation of approximately 410 square miles of land within the extra-territorial jurisdiction of the City of Austin as Suburban Residential and Low Density Residential in certain watersheds--C2-72-6. The motion, seconded by Councilman Lebermann, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox Noes: None CASH SETTLEMENT Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing a 60/40% cash settlement with Leif Johnson Ford, Inc. for a water main extension for Torino Plaza. Estimated cost of the water main construction is $3,640.00City's cost @60% - $2,184.00; Owner's cost @ 40% $1,456.00. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Handcox, Mayor Butler Noes: Councilman Friedman HOLDIAY SCHEDULE AMENDED Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing an amendment to the City of Austin Personnel Policies (Holiday Schedule) to include the day after Thanksgiving as a holiday and delete March 2nd as a holiday. The motion, seconded by Councilman Friedman, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Noes: Dryden, Nichols None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Handcox, Mayor Butler REFUND CONTRACTS Mayor Butler introduced the following ordinance:: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO CERTAIN REFUND CONTRACTS WITH DEL VALLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 910: SOUTHWEST DEVELOPMENT COMPANY; COLORADO HILLS ESTATES, INCORPORATED; AND FARM AND HOME SAVINGS ASSOCIATION; SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OF ORDINANCES ON THREE SEPARATE DAYS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. _ CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 21, 1972 1144 Councilman Nichols moved the Council waive the requirements 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: Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Noes: Councilman Lebermann Councilman Friedman Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Handcox The Mayor announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. ANNEXATION ORDINANCE - FINAL PASSAGE Mayor Butler introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE EXTENSION OF CERTAIND BOUNDARY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN AND THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN ADDITIONAL TERRITORY CONSISTING OF 35.75 ACRES OF LAND, SAME BEING OUT OF AND A PART OF THE JAMES BURLESON SURVEY IN TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; WHICH SAID ADDITIONAL TERRITORY LIES ADJACENT TO AND ADJOINS THE PRESENT BOUNDARY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, IN PARTICULARS STATED IN THE ORDINANCE. Councilman Nichols moved the Council finally pass the ordinance. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Noes: Lebermann, Handcox None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Friedman, Mayor Butler The Mayor Pro Tem announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. ZONING ORDINANCES Mayor Pro Tem Love introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE ORDERING A CHANGE IN USE AND HEIGHT AND AREA AND CHANGING THE USE AND HEIGHT AND AREA MAPS ACCOMPANYING CHAPTER 45 OF THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1967 AS FOLLOWS: 8711 BURNET ROAD SUBDIVISION, LOCALLY KNWON AS 8711 BURNET ROAD; 2100-2318 POLARIS AVENUE, FROM INTERIM "A" RESIDENCE, INTERIM FIRST HEIGHT AND AREA DISTRICT AND "C" COMMERICAL, FIRST HEIGHT AND AREA DISTRICT TO "C" COMMERCIAL, SECOND HEIGHT AND AREA 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 Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Handcox C CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 21, 1972 1145 Noes: None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Friedman, Mayor Butler Mayor Pro Tem Love announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Pro Tem Love 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: THE SOUTH 155 FEET OF LOT 2, ROSEWOOD VILLAGE, SECTION 9A, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 2716-2810 WEBBERVILLE ROAD; 700-706 PLEASANT VALLEY ROAD, FROM "C" COMMERCIAL DISTRICT AND "C-2" COMMERCIAL 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 Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Noes: Lebermann, Handcox None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Friedman, Mayor Butler Mayor Pro Tem Love announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Pro Tem Love introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE ORDERING A CHANGE IN USE AND HEIGHT AND AREA AND CHANGING THE USE AND HEIGHT AND AREA MAP ACCOMPANYING CHAPTER 45 OF THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1967 AS FOLLOWS: TRACT 1: LOT 2, ROSEWOOD VILLAGE, SECTION 9A, SAVE AND EXCEPT THE SOUTH 155 FEET, FROM "A" RESIDENCE, FIRST HEIGHT AND AREA DISTRICT TO "B" RESIDENCE, SECOND HEIGHT AND AREA DISTRICT; PROPERTY BEING LOCATED ON PLEASANT VALLEY ROAD; 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 Drdyen, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Noes: Lebermann, Handcox None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Friedman, Mayor Butler Mayor Pro Tem Love announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. November 21,1972 1146 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS Mayor Pro Tem Love 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 1A AND 2A, FRITTS ADDITION, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 4320 GILLIS STREET; 1406 JAMES CASEY STREET, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "GR" GENERAL RETAIL DISTRICT; SAID PROPERTY BEING LOCATED IN AUSTIN, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS; SUSPENDING THE RULE REQUIRING THE READING OR 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 immediate ly. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Noes: Lebermann, Handcox None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Friedman, Mayor Butler Mayor Pro Tem Love announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Pro Tem Love introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE ORDERING A CHANGE IN USE AND CHANGING THE USE MAPS ACCOMPANYING CHAPTER 45 OF THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1967 AS FOLLOWS: A 2.31 ACRE TRACT OF LAND, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 1501-1503 KINNEY AVENUE, 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 Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Noes: Lebermann, Handcox. None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Friedman, Mayor Butler Mayor Pro Tem Love announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. Mayor Pro Tem Love introduced the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE ORDERING A CHANGE IN USE AND CHANGING THE USE MAPS ACCOMPANYING CHAPTER 45 OF THE AUSTIN CITY CODE OF 1967 AS FOLLOWS: A 4 ACRE TRACT OF LAND, LOCALLY KNOWN AS 5109 OLD MANOR ROAD, FROM "A" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "GR" GENERAL RETAIL 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. CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 21, 1972 1147 The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Noes: Lebermann, Handcox None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Friedman Mayor Butler Mayor Pro Tem Love announced that the ordinance had been finally passed. HEARING - CONSTRUCTION OF WASTEWATER LINE Mayor Butler opened the hearing on a proposed project of construction of a wastewater line across land out of the William Barton Labor (portion of Zilker Park). City Attorney Don Butler reported this matter had been cleared by the Parks and Recreation Board as well as other agencies involved. This hearing is being held to meet the statutes to see if there are any feasible alternatives. No one appeared to be heard. Councilman Friedman inquired about the purpose of this sewer line. Mr. Curtis Johnson, Director of Water and Wastewater, stated this would serve a subdivision known as Barton Terrace, Section 7A. If this route were not taken it would be necessary to either cross Barton Creek to connect into the existing line on the opposite side of the creek, or install a lift station. Councilman Friedman was concerned about the environmental area around Barton Springs. Mr. Johnson reported this route was chosen with that in mind to try to protect everything as well as possible. Councilman Lebermann emphasized the necessity of working and reviewing these matters with the Environ- mental Resource Management. City Manager Davidson stated the actual construction drawings and plans will be reviewed by Mr. Henry and they would be assured that everything will be satisfactory to the Environment before they proceed. Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution closing the hearing and granting permission for the construction as requested. 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 REINSTATEMENT OF ZONING CASE Planning Director Dick Lillie stated this case was heard in 1970, and one of the condidtions was that the case remain pending until 51st Street was opened. Inadvertently this case was placed on the Agenda on June 1st for dismissal. 51st Street is a major arterial street and could not be developed by Mr. Barron nor the adjoining property owners. The City would have to participate. It was his recommendation that this case be reinstated. Councilman Lebermann moved the Council reinstate the following case: FRANK BARRON C14-70-026 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS 5109 Old Manor Road November 12, 1972 1148 From "A" Residence Το "GR" General Retail The motion, seconded by Councilman Nichols, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Friedman, Handcox, Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilman Lebermann Noes: None. Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Mayor Butler Mr. Frank Barron stated in relation to the zoning and meeting this requirement of extending 51st Street, there are some things that need to be re- solved. He is alwasy told these would take Council action. There are only two owners involved on either side of 51st Street, and he had dedicated his necessary right of way to the City, but the owner on the other side does not want to sell voluntarily this forcing the City to take it on eminent domain. City Manager Davidson had mailed Mr. Barron a letter explaining that the Council had determined that the City would await development of abutting properties before development of the street and acquisition of the right of way, and that they had requested that Mr. Lillie initiate the action just taken by the Council, and prevent the rezoning becoming effective until the street was developed. Mayor Pro Tem Love told Mr. Barron if there were any further questions after he received the letter, to contact the City Manager or Director of Planning. THIRD ACTION YEAR PLAN Mr. Tony Ojeda, Director of Model Cities, explained that this Model Cities Third Year Plan, resulting from the planning efforts of citizens of the Model Neighborhood area, agencies private and public, and members of his Department, consisting of 30 projects with 21 agencies for 34 million dollars, with projects to be implemented on March 1, 1973. All of the programs proposed are continuing programs, with some alterations. The operating agencies have been asked to absorb some of the cost on some projects. He mentioned some of the programs which have been successful in delivering services to the poor, creating jobs, making physical improvements, including a clinic and a mobile health van. The real success of these programs will be determined in the next year and then it will be decided as to which will serve a City-wide area. Councilman Handcox asked about a cutback of $20,000 in the funding of the Austin Local Development Corporation; if this were a major change. Mr. Ojeda explained that the staff recommended an amount of $67,000, but the Commission requested that the funding be reduced to $47,000. The request of the staff is to accept the recommendation of $67,000 for this project. City Manager Davidson concurred in the recommendation. Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing the following Model Cities Proposal: (1) The City Manager to submit the Third Action Year Plan for the Model Cities Program to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development. The motion, seconded by Councilman Dryden, carried by the following vote: CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 21, 1972 1149 Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols Noes: None Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing the following Model Cities Proposal: (2) Adoption of Resident Employment Plan for the City of Austin, Model Cities Program Third Year Plan. 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 Councilman Nichols moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing the Model Cities Department to contract with LIFSON, WILSON, FERGUSON, AND WINIEK, INC., for an evaluation of the Manpower component of the Model Cities Program. Total cost of this contract will be $9,000. 80% Federal share and 20% City share. It was noted that this firm is opening an Austin office Deckember 1, 1972. The motion, seconded by Councilman Lebermann, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Mayor Butler, Councilman Nichols Noes: None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilmen Handcox, Dryden ALTERNATE SITES FOR TENNIS CENTER Mayor Pro Tem Love, after discussions with the Task Force, Mr. Sheffield and interested tennis enthusiasts, understood the recommendation of the Task Force is that a consultant be brought into the community to look at various City-owned properties other than those already brought up, and moved that the names of three consulting firms be brought to the Council for selection. The motion, seconded by Councilman Nichols, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman Noes: None Mayor Pro Tem Love moved that the request of City Manager Davidson that they be allowed to use Patterson Park as the site on the applications for Federal Grants for this project, to start action on these, be accepted. 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 CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS FARES, ROUTES & SCHEDULES November 21, 1972 1150 TRANSIT SYSTEM City Attorney Butler stated this item concerned fares, routes, and schedules for the Austin Transit System to be effective January 2, 1973. Concern was expressed by the Mayor and Council members as to changing the operations of this play. City Manager Davidson stated he had met with the American Transit group and they committed themselves that if the City requested a change they would come back at the end of a 90 day period and help evaluate the routes and headways and help recommend any changes at that time. Councilman Lebermann brought up for discussion specified costs. The City Manager reported there were significant costs in getting the new system in operation. He mentioned a commendation from American Transit in that had they desinged this system from the start, their plan would have been a similar plan to that which is being recommended. The American Transit recommended initiating the new routes and extensions now, and at the end of 90 days, there could be some cut backs. Mayor Butler announced there was no plan under consideration at this time of absorbing the shuttle bus system. Councilman Lebermann expressed interest in the rate structure and noted that the fee structure is set up to accomplish other savings. Further discussion covered a proposed loss of $300,000 a year under the specific recommendations; a cut back in Sunday routes after a few months of operation; establishing a criteria for additions and deletions of routes. Mr. Ternus, Director of Traffic and Transportation, stated all the costs were in his annual budget of $295,000 -- with a difference of $5,000 which would cover all costs. Mayor Butler emphasized publicity regarding routes, changes or deletions. Councilman Handcox suggested another public hearing on this study. Councilman Friedman expressed concern about the no fare eitlowifare program.Councilman Handcox was interested in the no-fee or low-fee, and questioned the purchase of meters. Mayor Butler called attention to the no-fare situation, which would cost $2,500,000. Mayor Pro Tem Love stated this would require approximately 25¢ to the tax problems the citizens have or the recommended surcharge. After further discussion, the Mayor Pro Tem moved the Council accept the recommendation of Mr. Ternus' department. The motion, seconded by Councilman Lebermann, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman Noes: None RATES & FARES Adult fare 30¢ Transfer time - Special adult fare 15¢ Monthly pass 2 hours $15.00 Student Fare 15¢ Charter Service $12.00/hr. (3hr. min.) ROUTES Route 1 North Lamar " 2 Rosewood " 3 Burnet Road 11 4 Holly 11 5 Woodrow 6 East 12th " 7 Duval 1 8 Webberville " 9 Enfield 10 South 1st 11 Airport " 12 Manchaca =CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 21, 1972 1151 Route 13 South Congress 11 14 Travis Heights/IRS " 15 Red River 11 16 South 5th 17 Johnston " 18 East 19th " 19 Casis " 20 University Hills " 21 Lake Austin 11 22 Windsor Park; Allandale 11 23 Mesa; FM 1325; Lanier " 24 Balcones; Chicon Weekdayaand Saturday schedules are based on operation, generally, between 6 A. M. and 10 P. M. with thirty minute headways on all routes except the Lamar, Woodrow, Enfield and Casis Routes. Sunday Schedule is based on general hours of operation between 8 Α. Μ. and 6 P. M. with one hour headways on all routes. Once these services have been established by the City Council, public information programs would be developed within the transit system. These programs would provide information on transit operation, routes, schedules, and other transit services available to the public. In addition to these recommendations, other items such as criterias for routes, frequency of service, bus operation, and charter services will be presented later for City Council consideration. COST DIFFERENCE Councilman Friedman moved the Council adopt a resolution authorizing payment to Farm and Home Savings Association for cost difference of 12"/8" water main in Peppertree Park, Section 2 - $4,401.08. The motion, seconded by Councilman Nichols, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Noes: Friedman, Mayor Butler, Councilman Dryden None Not in Council Chamber when Roll was called: Councilman Handcox PLANNING DEPARTMENT FEES City Manager Davidson distributed a tabulation of recommended fees and charges that people would pay to the Planning Department and the Planning Commission in connection with plats and re-zoning applications. He asked that the matter be placed on the agenda for December 7. In answer to Councilman Lebermann's question, Mr. Davidson stated that the charges will cover the cost incurred by the Planning Department and Commission but will not fully cover those of the Engineering Department and other City Departments. The Council accepted the City Manager's recommendation and directed that the item be placed on the agenda for December 7. ! - CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 21, 1972 52 FIRE ZONE ORDINANCE Councilman Friedman asked that the Council set a public hearing on the proposed Fire Zone Ordinance. Mr. Clarence Saegert, Vice-President of Retailing for the Chamber of Commerce, stated that copies of ordinances from several cities were sent around to the major shopping centers and reviewed by the Fire Chief, and the Law Department. He said the purpose was to give the shopping centers and large apartment complexes some type of authority to keep their fire lanes and emergency lanes clear, stressing the need for a public hearing. In answer to Mayor Butler, Mr. Saegert repleid that this will be on an optional and selective basis, and must be asked for by the owner. Mr. Saegert said the ordinance as outlined would give the security department of the shopping center the authority to enforce this, calling in the police if necessary. Mr. Davidson, City Manager, suggested a "tow-away zone" instead of involving the City enforcement measures. The proposed ordinance has no provision for this. The State law provides the owner of a parking lot the authority to post signs and have violators towed away. There have been no negative responses from any people who have been contacted on this. Mayor Pro Tem Love moved that the Council set a public hearing on the Fire Zone Ordinance on December 7, 1972, at 2:00 P. M. The motion, seconded by Councilman Friedman, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love, Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler Noes: None NOTICE OF GAS CURTAILMENT City Manager Davidson reported the City had been notified by Coastal States Gas Company that it is now on a 50% curtailment of natural gas due to deteriorating weather conditions in the north and western part of the State, along with some problems in production in the West Texas gas fields. Now, indications are that this will last for some two days, depending on the weather. In response to Councilman Lebermann, City Manager Davidson reported as to emergency supplies of fueld. They were in good shape until this notice today. Now it is necessary to go out and seek other proposals for supplying additional fuel oil. ESTABLISHMENT OF WALLER CREEK DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Mr. Tom Bradfield, Chairman of the Natural Resources Committee of the Citizen's Board of Natural Resources and Environmental Quality presented Mr. Chuck Stahl, President of the American Institute of Architects Association in Austin, who brought up the clean up and revitalization of WallerrCreek. He mentioned that some students in the School of Architecture at the University of Texas took on Waller Creek as a study project and came up with a very good slide show, which presented a study of the creek as it ran through the City of Austin, CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS November 21, 1972 1153 noting the number of parks as it ran from approximately 34th Street to Town Lake. It would be attractive to have a Hike and Bike Trail from the University to the small park at 19th and San Jacinto. Mr. Larry Good, a student at the School of Architecture, noted several points necessary to the plan. The first would be prevention of pollution; the second, green areas; the third, a Hike and Bike Trail; and fourth, preservation of existing historic buildings in the area of which there are 30 along the creek, and 20 more within a block or two, including Symphony Square. He suggested a commercial River Walk from 4th Street to 7th Street. It would be possible to put a small dam at 4th Street to back the water up, much like that of San Antonio. This could be applied to all the City Creekscand Austin could be remembered for this beautiful creek system. Councilman Lebermann noted the new bicycle plans contemplates this very thing. Mr. Stahl mentioned some of the groups to whom the slides had been shown, and also various departments and agencies which had seen them. He recommended the Environmental Board's request for the establishment of a Waller Creek Development Committee. Councilman Nichols moved the creation of this committee begin at once. The motion, seconded by Councilman Handcox, carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Lebermann, Friedman, Handcox, Mayor Butler, Councilmen Dryden, Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Love Noes: None ADJOURNMENT The Council, having no further business, adjourned. adjourned. Attest: City Clerk Approved: Mayor