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Austin Builds: Civic Center, Parks, Health & Rates

Thursday, October 1, 1987 regular
  • Approved over $1.4 million in funding for Phase II construction and management of the Austin Civic Center.
  • Acquired 50 acres for a new public park along Slaughter Creek and additional land for major road projects like Spicewood Springs Road and Hwy 290/SH 71.
  • Renewed significant state grant funding for vital public health services, including pediatric home care and programs for sexually transmitted diseases and tuberculosis.
  • Held public hearings on proposed city electric rates and initiated plans for limited-purpose annexation of the Wells Branch Subdivision.

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E AUSTIN FOUNDED 10 Austin City Council MINUTES For October 01, 1987 1:00 Ρ.Μ. Council Chambers, 307 West Second Street, Austin, Texas Memorandum To: The Mayor Pro Tem Trevino called to order the meeting of the Council, noting the absence of Councilmember CarlMitchell. MINUTES APPROVED The Council, on Councilmember Humphrey's motion, Councilmember Shipman's second, approved minutes for regular meeting of September 17, 1987 and special meeting of September 22, 1987. (4-0 Vote, Councilmember Urdy, Mayor Pro Tem Trevino and Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent) Councilmember Urdy entered shortly thereafter and Mayor Pro Tem Trevino entered at 2:45 p.m. CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS Tom Smith, Heather Ball, Chris Strand, Glenna Balch and Michael L. Garrison discussed Southern Union Gas Company's conservation program. Brother Tony Hearn talked about City expenditures for indigents. Priest withdrew her request to speak. RECESS Betty Council recessed its meeting from 2:10 to 2:30 p.m. RECESS Council recessed its meeting at 2:30 for an Austin Housing Finance Corporation meeting. The regular meeting was resumed at 2:32 p.m. OLD BUSINESS - ORDINANCES Zoning Ordinance The Council, on Councilmember Humphrey's motion, : T Council Memo 2 10/1/87 Councilmember Urdy's second, passed through second/third readings of ordinance amending Chapter 13-2A of the Austin City Code (Zoning Ordinance) to cover the following changes: (5-0 Vote, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell and Mayor Pro Tem Trevino absent) (1) LAKE CREEK VILLAGE By Ben Turner C14r-87-120 12129 R.R. 620 Suite 406 From "LR" to "CS-1" First reading August 27, 1987, (7-0). Conditions have been met as follows: Development restricted to that shown on site plan attached as an exhibit to the ordinance. ITEM POSTPONED Postponed to October 15, 1987 is consideration of granting a Comprehensive Watershed Ordinance waiver to Bonita Vista Subdivision. (Staff recommends denial) CONSENT RESOLUTIONS The Council, on Councilmember Humphrey's motion, Councilmember Urdy's second, adopted the following resolutions in one consent motion: (5-0 Vote, Mayor Pro Tem Trevino and Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent) Eminent Domain Proceedings Authorized eminent domain proceedings to acquire the following easement for construction of improvements to the City of Austin's Wastewater System in the West Bull Creek area: a. 0.933 acre parcel of land, including temporary working space easements totaling an additional 0.93 acre, Lot 1, Block A of Park 22-Phase B Subdivision, out of the Heirs of William Swain Survey No. 810 of Travis County, Texas, and owned by John H. Biggar, Terrence Kendall, David Helfert, and Edmund J. Flemming Jr. Authorized the filing of eminent domain proceedings to acquire: a. 24,992 square feet (0.5737 acre) of right-of-way in fee simple out of the James M. Mitchell Survey, No. 17, Abstract No. 521 in Travis County, Texas from William G. Nagel for the Spicewood Springs Road Phase II Project. Capital Improvements Program Approved acquisition of 50.27 acres of land for park purposes along Slaughter Creek. (Gunn-Olson-Stordahl Joint Venture, owners) C.I.P. Nos. 83/86-58, 75/86-03, 83/86-01 & 85/86-58. :: Council Memo Capital Improvements Program - 3 Continued 10/1/87 Approved acquisition of a 0.619 acre (26,977.93 s.f.) tract of land for the purpose of U.S. Hwy. 290/S.H. 71 right-of-way. C.I.P. No. 85/62-02. Approved acquisition of a 0.792 acre (34,510 s.f.) tract of land for the purpose of U.S. Hwy. 290/S.H. 71 right-of-way. (Tres Amigos, Inc., owners) C.I.P. No. 85/62-02 - Authorized and approved additional funds for professional engineering services for the design and construction of Water and Wastewater Service System to annexed areas. Contracts Approved Approved the following contracts: a. SOUTHWAY ELECTRIC UTILITY SERVICES, INC. 9705 Beck Circle Austin, Texas b. ACCO WASTE PAPER OF AUSTIN c. 4712 Bolm Road Austin, Texas APW ELECTRONICS, INC. (WBE) 820 Shelby Lane, #103 Austin, Texas - CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM 138KV Insulators and Insulator Assemblies, Electric Utility Department - Item 1-3 - $107,097.00 Sale of Household Glass and Metal collected by the City of Austin Curbside Recycling Program, Transportation and Public Services Department Total $89,640.00 87-S350-PS (Revenue Generated) - Mobile Radio Trunking System, Water and Wastewater Department Total $73,883.03 Contract with Texas Department of Health Renewed the contract with the Texas Department of Health for grant funding for the following items: a. Provide 7 state warrant-paid employees for Public Health Services for the period September 1, 1987 through August 31, 1988. b. Provide funding ($32,159.00) for Environmental Health Council Memo 4 10/1/87 Services for the period September 1, 1987 through August 31, 1988. c. Provide funding ($130,369.00) for Pediatric Home Care Services for the period October 1, 1987 through Septmeber 30, 1988. d. Provide 2 state warrant-paid employees in the Sexually Transmitted Disease Program for the period September 1, 1987 through August 31, 1988. e. Provide funding ($123,608.00) for Sexually Transmitted Disease Services for the period September 1, 1987 through August 31, 1988. f. Provide 1 state warrant-paid employee in the Tuberculosis Program for the period September 1, 1987 through August 31, 1988. g. Provide funding ($51,824) for Tuberculosis Services for the period September 1, 1987 through August 31, 1988. Encroachment of Awning Approved entering into a License Agreement to allow the encroachment of an awning into the San Jacinto Street right-of-way 1600 block. (Request submitted by Mr. M.J. Osborne on behalf of Austin Sangerunde. 4-0 Vote, Mayor Cooksey abstained, Mayor Pro Tem Trevino and Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent. Termination of Restrictive Covenant Authorized execution of a termination of restrictive covenant in connection with Zoning Case No. C14-85-149.33. Northwest "A" Pressure Zone Approved an amendment to the agreement regarding the construction of improvements to the City of Austin's water system in the Northwest "A" Pressure Zone (Zale-Kruger Project). 1984 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM AMENDMENT Council had before them an ordinance to consider amending the 1984 Capital Improvements Program by: (1) Deleting the City Park Road at RM 2222 project, and by appropriating the City Park Road funds to the following projects: ド Council Memo 5 10/1/87 a. C.I.P. Program (1) Parmer Lane Right-of-Way (2) Cameron Road (3) Braker Lane Several citizens spoke concerning this. file in the City Clerk's office. $1,377,964.00 681,924.00 104,542.00 $2,164,430.00 Their cards are on Motion The Council, on Councilmember Shipman's motion, Councilmember Nofziger's second, waived the requirement for three readings and finally passed an ordinance allocating the necessary money for Parmer Lane right-of-way this date and the rest of the money allocated for City Park Road at 2222 remain until after a meeting with the Highway Department. This will be placed back on the agenda for action on November 5, 1987. (6-0 Vote, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent) CIVIC CENTER FUNDING The Council, on Councilmember Humphrey's motion, Councilmember Nofziger's second, waived the requirement for three readings and finally passed an ordinance amending the 1987-88 Annual Operating Budget & the 1987-88 Capital Improvements Program (CIP) Budget by transferring $720,859.00 from Civic Center Reserve Fund and appropriating it to the CIP Civic Center Project to fund the costs of Phase II. (5-0 Vote, Councilmember Shipman abstained, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent) The Council, on Councilmember Humphrey's motion, Councilmember Nofziger's second, adopted a resolution approving a contract with Gilbane Building Company for a not-to-exceed amount of $683,961.00 for Project Management services for Phase II of the Austin Civic Center Project. (5-0 Vote, Councilmember Shipman abstained, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent) CHANGE ORDER The Council, on Councilmember Urdy's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Trevino's second, adopted a resolution approving the following change order: (5-1 Vote, Councilmember Humphrey voted No, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent) a. In the amount of $401,694.00 to Energy Services, Inc., for the Gas Turbine Contract. (1.65% increase of the original amount of $24,395,890.00) : Council Memo 6 CONTRACTS WITH HEALTH MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS 10/1/87 The Council, on Mayor Pro Tem Trevino's motion, Councilmember Humphrey's second, adopted a resolution approving a contract with Prucare of Austin and Texas Health Plans, Inc. for twelve month contracts for Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) options for City of Austin employees, with a friendly amendment by Councilmember Shipman to bring the contract to Council and report concerning the utilization of Brackenridge Hospital before signing contract. (5-0 Vote, Mayor Cooksey, who had relinquished the chair to Mayor Pro Tem Trevino, abstained, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent) ITEMS FROM COUNCIL Wells Branch Subdivision Councilmember Shipman introduced an item to Council to discuss annexation of Wells Branch Subdivision. The following motion was made: Motion The Council, on Mayor Pro Tem Trevino's motion, Councilmember Shipman's second, directed the City Manager to direct staff to initiate a procedure for limited purpose annexation. (6-0 Vote, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent) Item Postponed Re Amending 1987-88 Electric Utility C.I.P. Postponed to October 8, 1987 is consideration of an ordinance amending the 1987-88 Electric Utility C.I.P., introduced by Councilmember Shipman. She made a motion to not approve projects on the 1984 bond election and referred to page 6, C.I.P. 1987-88 and a list she had. She withdrew her motion after discussion. PUBLIC HEARING - STREET VACATION Mayor Cooksey opened the public hearing set for 4:00 p.m. on vacation of Old Bull Creek Road, Old Mount Bonnell Road and Old Tortuga Trail right-of-way at RM 2222. (Request submitted by Mr. Roy Thomas of Mount Bonnell Shores Development Company) Council discussed and delayed action until later in the day. LATER: Motion The Council, on Councilmember Shipman's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Trevino's second, closed the public hearing, waived the requirement for three readings and finally passed an ordinance vacating Old Bull Creek Road, Old Mount Bonnell Road and Old Tortuga Trail right-of-way at RM 2222 with a restrictive covenant included in the deed. (5-0 Vote, Councilmember Humphrey out of the room, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent) Council Memo 7 PUBLIC HEARING - STREET VACATION 10/1/87 Mayor Cooksey opened the public hearing set for 4:30 p.m. on vacation of a portion of East Seventh Street right-of-way, 2700 Block. (Request submitted by Mr. Mario Rocha) No speakers appeared to be heard. Motion The Council, on Councilmember Urdy's motion, Councilmember Shipman's second, closed the public hearing, waived the requirement for three readings and finally passed an ordinance vacating a portion of East Seventh Street right-of-way, 2700 Block. (6-0 Vote, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent) ZONING HEARING Mayor Cooksey announced Council would hear the following zoning case. Council heard, closed the public hearing and passed the following ordinance: r-87 142 PITTSBURGH NATIONAL BANK, TRUSTEE 13776-K Research Boulevard By Site Specifics From "GR" Το "CS-1" ORDINANCE EMERGENCY PASSAGE OF ORDINANCE (On Councilmember Urdy's motion, Councilmember Shipman's second, 6-0 Vote, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent) CITY MANAGER REPORTS City Manager Carrasco reported on Interim Development Process. Also discussing the process was George Aremis, Stuart Hersh and Fire Chief Roberts. Motion The Council, on Councilmember Shipman's motion, Mayor Cooksey's second, adopted the schedule of the Interim Development Process. The City Manager report on West Bull Creek Interceptor was discussed. RECESS Council recessed its meeting from 5:25 to 6:10 p.m. Council Memo PUBLIC HEARING - PHARMACIES 8 10/1/87 Mayor Cooksey opened the public hearing set for 5:30 p.m. on proposed full service pharmacies at Rosewood-Zaragosa Health Clinic and East Austin Multi-Purpose Centers as proposed in the 1987-88 financial plan. Citizens who spoke have cards on file in the City Clerk's office. City Manager Carrasco said this plan will save the City money. Motion The Council, on Councilmember Urdy's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Trevino's second, closed the public hearing and directed this be posted for action on the October 22, 1987 agenda. (5-0 Vote, Councilmember Humphrey out of the room, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent) PUBLIC HEARING - ELECTRIC RATES Mayor Cooksey opened the public hearing set for 6:00 p.m. to consider City of Austin Electric Rates for fiscal year 1987-88. Citizens who spoke have cards on file in the City Clerk's office. Motion The Council, on Councilmember Humphrey's motion, Councilmember Urdy's second, closed the public hearing, and scheduled this for a vote on October 5, 1987. (5-0 Vote, Mayor Pro Tem Trevino out of the room, and Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent) SPECIAL MEETING SET The Council, on Councilmember Humphrey's motion, Councilmember Urdy's second, set a Special Called Council meeting for 4:00 p.m. on October 5, 1987. (6-0 Vote, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent) ADJOURNMENT Council adjourned its meeting at 11:00p.m.