Austin: Development, Tourism, Public Debates
Development & Environmental Protection:
Designated Southwest Parkway as a protected "Hill Country Roadway" with new development criteria, and streamlined permits by exempting small construction projects (under 1000 sq ft) from extensive site plan reviews.Boosting Tourism:
Approved the creation of the Austin Convention and Visitor Bureau, Inc. as a new non-profit to manage and lead the city's tourism programs.Key Infrastructure & City Regulations:
Advanced comprehensive city-wide sign regulations and authorized land acquisition via eminent domain for the William Cannon extension and other utility projects.Future Policy Discussions:
Scheduled public hearings on an Affordable Housing report and a new ordinance for minority and women-owned business procurement, and began discussions on allowing alcohol sales in city parks.
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TY OF AUSTT POUNDED 1839 Austin City Council MINUTES For November 06, 1986 - 1:00 Ρ.Μ. City Council Frank C.Cooksey Mayor John Treviño, Jr. Mayor Pro Tem Council Members Mark Rose Smoot Carl-Mitchell Sally Shipman George Humphrey Charles E. Urdy Jorge Carrasco City Manager Elden Aldridge City Clerk Council Chambers, 307 West Second Street, Austin, Texas Memorandum To: Mayor Cooksey called to order the meeting of the Council, noting the absence of Councilmember Carl-Mitchell. MINUTES APPROVED The Council, on Mayor Pro Tem Trevino's motion, Councilmember Humphrey's second, approved minutes for regular meetings of October 23 & 30, 1986 and special meetings of October 28 & 29, 1986. (4-0 Vote, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent, Councilmembers Shipman and Urdy out of the room.) SIGN ORDINANCE The Council, on Mayor Pro Tem Trevino's motion, Councilmember Urdy's second, passed through SECOND READING of an ordinance amending Chapter 13-2A (Zoning) and 13-13 (Advertising and Signs) to adopt comprehensive sign regulations. (6-0 Vote, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent.) ZONING ORDINANCE The Council, on Mayor Pro Tem Trevino's motion, Councilmember Urdy's second, passed through SECOND AND THIRD readings of the following ordinances amending Chapter 13-2 and 13-2A of the Austin City Code (Zoning Ordinance) to cover the following changes: (6-0 Vote, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent.) PAISANO PROPERTIES 3311-3341 Paisano By Armbrust & Brown Trail C14-86-133 Second and third readings. First reading on From "SF-2" to "SF-4A" & "RR" July 31, 1985, (5-0). Mayor Pro Tem John Trevino, Jr. and Councilmember Smoot Carl-Mitchell absent. No conditions to be met. (6-0 Vote, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent) Council Memo 2 11/6/86 THREE POINTS JOINT VENTURE By Armbrust & Brown C14r-85-270 15251-15321 Ι.Η. 35 and 15151-15221 FM 1825 From Interim"SF-2" to "CS" Second and third readings. First reading on December 5, 1985, (6-0). Councilmember Smoot CarlMitchell absent. Conditions to be met as follows: Right-of-way on F.M. 1825 and Grand Street has been dedicated by street deed. OAK HILL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH C14r-86-173 7815 Highway 290 West Second and third readings. First reading on From "DR" to "LO" August 28, 1986. (6-0). Councilmember Mark Rose out of room at roll call. Conditions have been met as follows: Development restricted to that shown on site plan attached as Exhibit to the ordinance and right-of-way to be dedicated by street deed. The Council, on Mayor Pro Tem Trevino's motion, Councilmember Urdy's second, passed through THIRD reading of the following ordinances amending Chapter 13-2 and 13-2A of the Austin City Code (Zoning Ordinance) to cover the following changes: (4-2-0 Vote, Councilmembers Shipman and Humphrey voted NO, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent.) CITY OF AUSTIN C14-85-288.54 Hwy. 71 West From Interim "RR" to "LR" & "NO" Third reading only. Second reading on October 16, 1986, (4-3). Councilmembers Sally Shipman, George Humphrey and Smoot Carl-Mitchell voted "NO". Conditions have been met as follows: Restrictive covenant incorporating conditions imposed by Council has been executed. JOHN REYNOLDS & ASSOC., INC. C14-86-040 1100 Block of Bluff Bend Drive From "SF-2" to "SF-6" & "LO" Third reading only. Second reading on October 30, 1986, (Tr. 14-3) (Tr. 27-0). 7-0). Councilmembers Smoot Carl-Mitchell, Sally Shipman and George Humphrey voted "NO". Conditions have been met as follows: Restrictive covenant incorporating conditions imposed by Council has been executed. Council Memo ITEM POSTPONED 3 11/6/86 Postponed to November 13, 1986 was consideration of establishing the date of the bond election and establish the propositions in the form of a ballot. This item will also be included in the work session on November 12, 1986. CONSENT ORDINANCES The Council, on Mayor Pro Tem Trevino's motion, Councilmember Humphrey's second, waived the requirement for three readings and finally passed the following ordinances in one consent motion: (6-0 Vote, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent) Meetings Cancelled Approved cancelling all Council Meetings for the weeks of November 24-28, 1986, December 22-26, 1986 and December 29, 1986 through January 2, 1987. Item Postponed Postponed to November 13, 1986 is consideration of authorizing and approving the creation of a nonprofit corporation for the purpose of developing and implementing a parkland acquisition program; approving articles of incorporation; approving the initial bylaws thereof; and appointing the initial directors thereof, Zoning Ordinance Amended Chapter 13-2 and 13-2A of the Austin City Code (Zoning Ordinance) to cover the following changes: (6-0 Vote, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent.) WINNIE M. STEPHENS C14-84-511 12200 Jekel Circle From "SF-3" to "LI" Heard and granted April 4, 1985, (6-0). Conditions have been met as follows: Right-of-way on Jekel Circle has been dedeicated by street deed. CONSENT RESOLUTIONS The Council, on Councilmember Humphrey's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Trevino's second, adopted the following resolutions in one consent motion: (6-0 Vote, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent) i Council Memo Release of Easements 4 Authorized release of the following easements: 11/6/86 a. A portion of a public utility easement on Lot 1, Timberline Amended, 1300 Spyglass Drive. (Request submitted by Andrew Wells Engineers, Inc.) b. An electric easement of record in Volume 659, page 561, Travis County Real Property Records insofar as it affects that certain 5.02 acre tract of land out of the Wilkerson Sparks Survey #34 and the David Thomas Survey #31. (Request submitted by Robert B. Baldwin III, and Jannis S. Baldwin) Eminent Domain Proceedings Authorized eminent domain proceedings to acquire an electric transmission easement over the following tract of land owned by Lewis Little for the Circuit 3125; Lytton Springs to Trading Post Project as follows: a. 4.17 acres out of a 114.28 acre tract described in the deed recorded in Volume 332, page 106, of the Deed Records of Travis County, Texas. Capital Improvements Program Authorized eminent domain proceedings to acquire 25,705 square feet of land in fee simple for Phase III, William Cannon extension, more particularly described as follows (C.I.P. No. 76/62-12) a. 8,847 square feet out of the Second Amended Plat of Mausoleum Complex No. 23 and b. c. 2,444 square feet out of a certain 3.08 acre tract of land out of the First Amended Plat of Mausoleum Complex No. 2; and 7,940 square feet out of the remaining portion of the Second Amended Plat of Mausoleum Complex No. 2; and d. 6,474 square feet out of a certain 3.08 acre tract of land out of the First Amended Plat of Mausoleum Complex No. 2. Contracts Approved Approved the following contracts: Council Memo a. STAKER CONSTRUCTION 2700 County Road #172 Round Rock, Texas b. DON E. PHILLIPS, INC. 8000 Blue Goose Road Manor, Texas 5 - - 11/6/86 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM - Community Development District No. 18 Street and Drainage Improvements, Public Works Department Total $688,334.30 C.I.P. Nos. 75/62-20, 83/22-03 & 86/23-33 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM - Installation of Underground Electric Distribution Facilities for Milwood Section 30-B, Electric Utility Department Total $29,496.14 C.I.P. No. 87/15-01 Radio Communications Equipment Approved a twelve (12) month agreement for Radio Communications Equipment to Motorola Communications, Inc. ($1,704,852.00), Radio Communication Engineering ($186,162.00), General Electric Company ($53,720.00) and APW Electronics, Inc. (WBE) ($33,943.00). Total amount $1,978,677.00. Pipe Line License Agreement Approved entering into a Pipe Line License Agreement with the Southern Pacific Transportation Company (SOPAC) for the placement of a ten inch (10") wastewater main line across SOPAC's right-of-way to serve the proposed Scofield Farms Area. Utility Joint Use Agreement Approved entering into a Utility Joint Use Agreement with the State Department of Highways and Public Transportation for the relocation of water and wastewater utilities at the bridge on R.M. 2222 at Shoal Creek and the intersection of R.M. 2222 and Shoal Creek Boulevard. Downtown Commission Approved clarifying the role and composition of the Downtown Commission. Public Hearing Set Set a public hearing on the following: Affordable Housing Subcommittee Report: November 13, 1986 at 6:00 P.M. Council Memo PUBLIC HEARING SET - 6 11/6/86 MINORITY AND WOMEN OWNED BUSINESS PROCUREMENT The Council, on Mayor Pro Tem Trevino's motion, Councilmember Urdy's second, set a public hearing on a minority and women owned business procurement ordinance: December 11, 1986 at 6:00 p.m. (6-0 Vote, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent.) ITEM POSTPONED Postponed for two weeks was consideration of amendment to the North Travis County M.U.D. #1,2 & 3 Consent Agreement. INTENT TO ZONE PROPERTY The Council, on Councilmember Shipman's motion, Councilmember Humphrey's second, adopted a resolution concerning City Council intent to zone property included in the City initiated zoning area studies if conditions of zoning are not satisfied in six (6) months. (6-0 Vote, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent.) ITEM POSTPONED Postponed to November 12, 1986 is consideration of appointment of members to the Select Committee on Services and Spending. CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Hal Klein did not appear. Mr. Bill Howell discussed FM 1826 regarding Slaughter to 190 West. (Councilmember Rose requested the issue be put on the next Planning Commission agenda and then brought back to Council for action.) Mr. Lloyd B. Amos discussed waiver of electrical fees. Mr. Laurence Miller and Ms. Viola Palomba did not appear. ORDINANCE ADOPTING C.I.P. The Council, on Councilmember Rose's motion, Councilmember Urdy's second, approved sending to Urban Transportation Commission and Planning Commission, for review, a proposal to add to the CapitalImprovements Program, improvements along Slaughter Lane to FM 1826, and then-bring it back to Council as soon as possible. (5-0 Votê, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent, Mayor Cooksey out of the room.) DENIAL OF REQUESTS FOR WAIVERS The Council, on Councilmember Shipman's motion, Councilmember Humphrey's second, waived the requirement for three readings and Council Memo 7 11/6/86 finally passed an ordinance denying the following requests for waivers from the provisions of Ordinance No. 860717-A, the Right-of-Way Dedication and Reservation Ordinance, on staff's recommendation: a. 13110 Research Boulevard (Sonesta West) - J. Patrick Roeder CEMETERIES b. 7901 Cameron Road - Andrew Guzman c. 89-1-8917 Research Boulevard - Russell Mackenson The Council, on Councilmember Humphrey's motion, Councilmember Urdy's second, waived the requirement for three readings and finally passed an ordinance amending certain provisions of Ordinance No. 830616-C, Cemeteries. (5-0 Vote, Mayor Cooksey out of the room, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent.) CITY MANAGER REPORT - ALCOHOL SALES IN CITY PARKS The City Manager Report on alcohol sales in City Parks was presented by Tracy Watson, Assistant Director of OLDS. He said the report was in response to Councilmember Shipman's request concerning the sale of alcoholic beverages at Lake Long Park during the Aqua Fest. She had asked if there were alternatives without re-zoning. Mr. Watson said the City Manager has three options: (1) Temporary beverage permits; (2) "CS-1" with restrictions; and, (3) Amend "P" Public to allow alcohol sales under conditional use. Council directed that this be included for discussion at the November 18, 1986 work session. ZONING ORDINANCES The Council, on Councilmember Shipman's motion, Councilmember Rose's second, PASSED THROUGH SECOND READING of an ordinance amending Chapter 13-2 and 13-2A of the Austin City Code (Zoning Ordinance) to cover the following changes: (5-0 Vote, Mayor Cooksey out of the room, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent.) WSLA DEVELOPMENT CORP. By Thomas J. Ellis C14r-86-118 10500, 10600, 10602 10704, 10706, 10900 Pecan Park Road From "SF-2" to "GR" & "CH" Second reading. First reading on August 28, 1986, (5-0, Mayor Pro Tem Trevino and Councilmember Rose out of the room at roll call.) Conditions to be met as follows: Development restricted to that shown on site plan attached as Exhibit to the ordinance and restrictive covenant incorporating conditions imposed by Council has been executed. Right-of-way on R.M. 620 North and U.S. Highway 183 North has been dedicated by street deeds. Council Memo 8 11/6/86 The Council, on Councilmember Shipman's motion, Councilmember Rose's second, passed through SECOND READING of an ordinance amending Chapter 13-2 and 13-2A of the Austin City Code (Zoning Ordinance) to cover the following changes: (5-0 Vote, Mayor Cooksey out of the room, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent.) WSLA DEVELOPMENT CORP. 10501-12701 Pecan Park From "SF-2" & "DR" to "GR" & "GO" By Thomas J. Ellis C14r-86-119 Road Second reading. First reading on August 28, 1986, (5-0 Vote, Mayor Pro Tem Trevino and Councilmember Rose out of the room at roll call. Conditions have been met as follows: Development restricted to that shown on site plan attached as exhibit to the ordinance and restrictive covenant incorporating conditions imposed by Council has been executed. Right-of-way on R.M. 620 and U.S. Highway 183 north has been dedicated by street deeds. ZONINGS POSTPONED cases: Postponed to November 13, 1986 were the following zoning (1) C14-r-86-187 STANLEY J. WILLIAMS INTERESTS RECESS (2) C14-86-161 GEORGE S. NALLE III The Council recessed its meeting from 2:45 p.m. to 4:05 p.m. PUBLIC HEARING HILL COUNTRY ROADWAY CORRIDOR Mayor Pro Tem Trevino opened the public hearing set for 4:00 p.m. on amending Chapter 13-2A to add Southwest Parkway (Boston Lane) as a Hill Country Roadway and providing other requirements and criteria for development within the Hill Country Roadway Corridor. No one appeared to speak at the hearing. Motion The Council, on Councilmember Humphrey's motion, Councilmember Urdy's second, closed the public hearing, waived the requirement for three readings and finally passed an ordinance amending Chapter 13-2A1227, 13-2A-5188 and 13-2A-5189 adding Southwest Parkway (Boston Lane) as a Hill Country Roadway and providing other requirements and criteria for development within the Hill Country Roadway Corridor, (5-0 Vote, Councilmember Shipman out of the room, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent.) Council Memo APPEAL SET 9 11/6/86 The Council, on Councilmember Urdy's motion, Councilmember Humphrey's second, at the request of Mr. Tony Bokich, set a public hearing on an appeal of the denial of Site Development Permit Application 7694 at 8310-8320 Hwy. 71 West, Nelms Bradshaw Commercial Tract, for November 20, 1986 at 5:00p.m. (5-0 Vote, Councilmember Shipman out of the room, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent.) EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Cooksey announced Council would go into executive session pursuant to Article 6252-17, Texas Revised Civil Statutes Annotated, to discuss matters of land acquisition, litigation, and for personnel matters. No official action of the City Council will be taken unless they are specifically listed on the agenda. a. Pending Litigation - Section 2, Paragraph e. (1) City of Austin v. Austin Cablevision b. Land Acquisition c. - Section 2, Paragraph f. (1) Town Lake Parkland (2) Sumiken Building (3) MOC Personnel Matters - Section 2, Paragraph g. (1) Benefits Packages of Council Appointees RECESS Council recessed for executive session at 4:15 p.m. and resumed its recessed meeting at 7:15 p.m. HEARING POSTPONED Postponed to November 13, 1986 at 4:30 p.m. was the 4:30 p.m. public hearing on consent to creation of Senna Hills MUD. CITY'S TOURISM PROGRAM Council had before them for consideration the creation of a non-profit organization to administer the City's tourism program. Councilmember Shipman told Council the name of the organization should be Austin Convention and Visitor Bureau, Inc. The board should consist of 15 members: 8 from the community-at-large and 7 from a variety of tourism and convention-related business's. She also suggested the minority market corporations should have 1/4c of 1½ of tourism funds. Council Memo 10 Motion 11/6/86 Councilmember Shipman made a motion, to pass through FIRST READING only an ordinance creating a non-profit organization to administer the City's tourism program. seconded the motion. Councilmember Humphrey Jim Bell and Steve Howser spoke favoring the ordinance. Blake Alexander, Rick Meyer, Philip Creer, and Daryl Glasco said a small portion should go toward historic preservation. Ron Paynter, president, Hotel/Motel Association, spoke to Council. Roll Call on Motion 6-0 Vote, Councilmemember Carl-Mitchell absent Consideration of an ordinance to extend the contracts for tourism and convention promotion was postponed to November 13, 1986. PUBLIC HEARING - EXEMPTIONS FROM THE SITE PLAN REQUIREMENT Mayor Cooksey opened the public hearing set for 5:00p.m. amending Chapter 13-2A to provide for exemptions from the site plan requirement of compatibility standards for small projects (1000 square feet or 25% of existing square footage whichever is less). He Tracy Watson, Assistant Director of OLDS, explained. said no more than one building permit for any site will be issued in a two year period. Michael Curry and Dorothy Richter spoke. Motion The Council, on Councilmember Shipman's motion, Councilmember Humphrey's second, closed the public hearing, waived the requirement for three readings and finally passed an ordinance amending Chapter 13-2A to provide for exemptions from the site plan requirement of compatibility standards for small projects (1000 square feet or 25% of existing square footage whichever is less). (5-0 Vote, Councilmember Urdy out of the room, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent.) There was an attachment which stipulates this be reviewed by the Planning Commission in one year from the date of ordinance. PUBLIC HEARING - APPEAL Mayor Cobksey opened the public hearing set for 6:00 p.m. on an appeal of Mr. Don C. Roberts of the Planning Commission's decision regarding Case No. CSW-86-108. Council Memo 11 11/6/86 Marie Gaines, OLDS, reviewed. A man from the Shoalcrest Neighborhood Association said he protests a 750 square foot addition to the Senior Citizen Center for shelling pecans because there is not enough parking space for participants. Harvey Jones also spoke against, and Mr. Brendan Kenny presented a petition against. Mrs. O.B. Connelly spoke for the center. Susan Toomey Frost read a letter supporting the waiver against. John Clements and Al Dalton, members of the board of the Senior Citizen Center spoke in favor of the addition. Motion The Council, on Mayor Pro Tem Trevino's motion, Councilmember Humphrey's second, closed the public hearing, and will vote on the issue on November 13, 1986. ADJOURNMENT Council adjourned its meeting at 9:03 p.m.