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Austin's Judge Appointments Stalled

Monday, March 19, 1984 special called
  • City officials met to discuss appointments for Municipal Court relief judges.
  • Concerns were raised about the limited pool of candidates proposed for judicial positions.
  • Following discussion, no action was taken on any of the proposed judge appointments.

Full Transcript

Austin City Council MINUTES For SPECIAL CALLED MEETING MARCH 19, 19fi4 - 5:00 P.M. Council Chambers, 307 VSfcst Second Street, Austin, Texas City Council Ron Mullen Mayor John Trevifio, Jr. Mayor Pro Tern Council Members Mark Rose Roger Duncan Sally Shipman Marie E. Spaeth Charles E. Urdy Jorge Carrasco Acting Oty Manager Memorandum To: , Elden Aldridge City Clerk Mayor Mullen called to order Che Special Called Meeting of the Council, noting the presence of all Councllmembers and announced the purpose of the meeting is to consider appointment of Relief Judges for the Municipal Court. Councilmeraber Shipman said she would like a greater pool of candidates to choose from. She said she knows none of the people recommended. Some discussion followed but no action was taken. ADJOURNMENT Council adjourned its meeting at 6:10 p.m.