OF AUS FOUNDED 1839 Austin City Council MINUTES For January 28, 1988 - 1:00 Ρ.Μ. Council Chambers, 307 West Second Street, Austin, Texas Memorandum To: Mayor Cooksey called to order the meeting of the Council, noting the presence of all Councilmembers. MINUTES APPROVED The Council, on Councilmember Humphrey's motion, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell's second, approved minutes for regular meeting of Janaury 21, 1988 and special meeting of January 19, 1988. (5-0 Vote, Mayor Pro Tem Trevino and Councilmember Nofziger out of the room) CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS Dorothy Turner talked about City policies. Paul G. Randall discussed racism in the work place. Beverly Williams did not appear. Robin Mills discussed collapse of STNP settlement talks. T. Paul Robbins commemorated one billion dollars spent on STNP. Tom Smith discussed the cost of STNP. AIRPORT ADVISORY BOARD REPORT ▼ Ginny Ballard, Acting Chairperson, Airport Advisory Board, discussed their Annual Work Plan. SALE OF COMBINED UTILITY SYSTEMS NOTES, SERIES 1988 The Council, on Mayor Pro Tem Trevino's motion, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell's second, waived the requirement for three readings and finally passed an ordinance approving of the formal award and sale of $108,000,000.00 of City of Austin Combined Utility Systems Notes, Series 1988. (5-2 Vote, Councilmembers Humphrey and Nofziger voted No. The Council, on Mayor Pro Tem Trevino's motion, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell's second, adopted a resolution authorizing execution of the paying agent/registrar agreement in relation to the City of Austin Combined Utility Systems Notes, Series 1988. (5-2 Vote, Councilmembers Humphrey and Nofziger voted No.) Council Memo 2 1/28/88 ELECTRIC UTILITY COMMISSION REPORT Robert Floyd, vice-chairman of the Electric Utility Commission, reported to Council concerning the rate process. CHILD CARE COMMISSION REPORT Jeannette Watson reported to Council concerning the Child Care Commission's recommendation on hifing a child care coordinator and clerical staff person. This will come back to Council on February 18, 1988 as a City Manager Report. OLD BUSINESS - ORDINANCES i The Council, on Councilmember Humphrey's motion, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell's second, passed through second/third readings of the following ordinances. (6-0 Vote, Councilmember Urdy out of the room) Field Note Correction Passed through second/third.readings of an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 870827-1, which amends the service area for the Water and Wastewater Utilities of the City of Austin to include MAB V, to correct a field notes error. Zoning Ordinances Passed through second/third readings of ordinances amending Chapter 13-2A of the Austin City Code (Zoning Ordinance) to cover the following changes: STEPHEN SIMON C14-85-288.23 1413 Highway 71 West From Tr. 1 I "RR" Tr. 2 I "RR" to Tr. 1 "LO" Tr. 2 "SF-6" First reading on April 16, 1986, (5-0). Mayor Pro Tem Trevino absent and Councilmember Humphrey out of the room at roll call. Restrictive Covenant incorporating conditions imposed by Council has been executed. ENTERPRISE JOINT VENTURE 9207 U.S. Hwy. 290 East From "DR" to "GR" C14-87-140 29 First reading on October 28, 1987, (6-0). Councilmember Nofziger out of the room at roll call. Conditions have been met as follows: Development restricted to that shown on site plan attached as an exhibit to the ordinance. : Council Memo AARON & STELLA GARDNER C14-85-288.97 3 7411-7501 Old Bee Caves Road 1/28/88 From Lot 1 I "RR" Lot 2 I "SF-2" to Lot 1 "RR" Lot 2 "SF-2" First reading on September 24, 1987, (6-0). Councilmember Humphrey out of the room at roll call. No conditions to be met. KINLEY-NELSON COMPANY By Arvco Realty C14-87-169 9616 North IH 35 From Tr. 1A "LO" to "GR" Tr. 1B "MF-3" to "GR" i Tr. 2 "CS" to "CS-1" Second reading on January 21, 1988, (4-0). Mayor Cooksey, Mayor Pro Tem Trevino and Councilmember Carl-Mitchell absent. Conditions have been met as follows: Development restricted to that shown on the site plan and conditional overlay attached as an exhibit to the ordinance. ITEMS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED Council approved an ordinance waiving the fees for a banner for the National Housing Forum; and approval of an escrow agreement between the City of Austin and the State Department of Highways and Public Transportation providing for water utility relocation construction associated with the Loop 1 South (Hwy. 290 Southwest to Slaughter Lane) Improvements, on January 26, 1988. CONSENT ORDINANCES The Council, on Councilmember Carl-Mitchell's motion, Councilmember Humphrey's second, waived the requirement for three readings and finally passed the following ordinances all in one consent motion: (6-0 Vote, Councilmember Urdy out of the room) Operating Budget Amendment Amended the 1987-88 Annual Operating Budget by: a. Accepting and appropriating a grant award in the amount of $25,000.00 from the State Department of Highways and Public Transportation to the Austin Police Department. b. Accepting and appropriating a grant award in the amount of $475,037.00 from the State of Texas, Governor's Office, Criminal Justice Division to the Austin Police Department. Brackenridge Hospital Board Amendment Amended Section 6-3-23 of the Code of the City of Austin, 1981, Council Memo 4 1/28/88 by allowing past Chiefs of the Medical Staff to serve as ex officio members of the Brackenridge Hospital Board. Austin Mounted Police Approved an ordinance relating to acts of cruelty or harrassment directed at horses of the Austin Mounted Police. Zoning Ordinance Amendment Amended the following Zoning Ordinance to correct the legal description: - Ordinance No. 870716-N Case No. C14-87-028 locally known as 9409 Bluegrass Drive. CONSENT RESOLUTIONS The Council, on Councilmember Carl-Mitchell's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Trevino's second, adopted the following resolutions all in one consent motion: (6-0 Vote, Councilmember Urdy out of the room) Airport Authorized and approved a proposed Supplemental Amendment No. 4 to the Greiner Austin Team's Professional Services Agreement for services related to the planning, design and construction of Interim Improvements at Robert Mueller Municipal Airport in the amount of $62,000.00. Contracts Approved Approved the following contracts: Bid award: (1) ARNOLD OIL COMPANY 1617 East 6th Street Austin, Texas (2) BULL PARTS WAREHOUSE 200 Trinity Austin, Texas (3) MOTOR PARTS WAREHOUSE, INC. 8006-F Cameron Road Austin, Texas Auto Parts, General Services Department Twelve (12) Month Supply Agreement Total $260,000.00 87-0436-VW/OM - Items 3-4 & 5, 4-1, 6-3 thru 7, 7-2 & 4, 8-1 thru 4, 11-1 & 2, 13-6 thru 11, 14-12 thru 15, 17-1, 19-1 thru 3, 21-1 thru 4, 24-1; 25-1 thru 7, 26-1 thru 5, 28-1 & 2, 30-1 & 2 - $125,000.00 - Items 3-1 thru 3, 4-2, 5-1 thru 3, 6-1 & 2, 9-1 thru 5, 10-1; 12-1 thru 5, 15-1 thru 4, 18-1 thru 8, 24-2, 27-1 $30,000.00 - Items 7-1, 3 & 5, 10-2, 11-3 & 4 - $30,000.00 Council Memo (4) STRAUSS-FRANK COMPANY c/o Carquest Auto Parts 6719 N. Lamar Austin, Texas 5 - 1/28/88 Items 16-1 thru 4, 20-1 & 2, 22-1 & 2, 23-1 & 2, 29-1 thru 5, 30-3 thru 10, 31-12 thru 16 - $75,000.00 OLD DOMINION BRUSH COMPANY 1813 Macon Street North Kansas City, Missouri Street Sweeper Repair Parts, General Services Department Twelve (12) Month Supply Agreement Items 1-3 $100,000.00 87-0447-VW/OM W. P. Ballard 2401 Johanna Houston, Texas Laundry Chemicals, Brackenridge Hospital Twelve (12) Month Supply Agreement Total $37,303.85 BS8-104 ! City's Gas Needs Approved entering into an emergency contract to replace twentyfive percent (25%) of the City's Gas needs during the months of February and March, 1988. CODE AMENDMENTS The Council, on Councilmember Shipman's motion, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell's second, waived the requirement for three readings and finally passed an ordinance adopting the 1985 Uniform Housing Code, including local amendments but excluding the relocation amendment. (7-0 Vote) The Council, on Councilmember Carl-Mitchell's motion, Councilmember Humphrey's second, waived the requirement for three readings and finally passed an ordinance adopting the 1985 Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, including local amendments. (7-0 Vote) The Council, on Mayor Pro Tem Trevino's motion, Councilmember Humphrey's second, waived the requirement for three readings and finally passed an ordinance adopting the 1985 Uniform Building Code; including local amendments. (7-0 Vote) Council Memo ZONING ORDINANCE 6 1/28/88 The Council, on Councilmember Shipman's motion, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell's second, passed through SECOND READING ONLY of an ordinance amending Chater 13-2A of the Austin City Code (Zoning Ordinance) to cover the following changes: (7-0 Vote) Mr. & Mrs. R.L. 1405, 1425 From Tr. 3 "SF-3" Wyatt E. Riverside Drive C14-87-139 (part) To Tr. 3-A "SF-3" Tr. 3 "SF-6" Tr. 3-A "GR-MU" GRANTED TR. 3 "LO" ON SECOND READING ONLY ! ADOPT RESTRICTIVE COVENANT ACCORDING TO CONDITIONS LAID OUT BETWEEN PARTIES AND CITY ATTORNEY TO BRING RESTRICTIVE COVENANT AND PRA SITE PLAN BACK TO COUNCIL FOR THIRD READING, WHICH IS POSTPONED INDEFINITELY AND TRACT 4 AND TRACT 4-A IS WITHDRAWN Mrs. Hogan stated for the record that Tr. 4 and Tr. 4-A will be removed from the zoning request. LOBBYIST AGREEMENT The Council, on Councilmember Shipman's motion, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell's second, adopted a resolution renewing the lobbyist agreements between the City of Austin and (1) Karen R. Johnson, and (2) Hughes and Luce for representation before the Texas Legislature and the executive branch of the state government as amended by Mayor Cooksey. (7-0 Vote) CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION The Council, on Councilmember Carl-Mitchell's motion, Councilmember Nofziger's second, waived the requirement for three readings and finally passed an ordinance establishing a process for the authorization of contracts for the use, acquisition and purchase of real property, including the issuance of Certification of Participation. (7-0 Vote) CONTRACTS APPROVED The Council, on Councilmember Humphrey's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Trevino's second, adopted resolutions approving the following contracts: (5-0 Vote, Councilmembers Carl-Mitchell and Nofziger out of the room) COLLIER TRUCKING, INC. Highway South 281 Marble Falls, Texas - Precoat, Grades 4 & 5, Transportation and Public Services Department Twelve Month Supply Agreement Items 1-2 - $127,575.00 88-0040-DC Council Memo 7 COLLIER TRUCKING, INC. Highway South 281 Marble Falls, Texas 1/28/88 - Cold-mix Limestone Rock, Transportation and Public Services Department Twelve Month Supply Agreement Total $117,263.00 88-0041-DC The Council, on Councilmember Humphrey's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Trevino's second, adopted a resolution approving the following contract: (5-0 Vote, Councilmembers Carl-Mitchell and Nofziger out of the room) SIEMENS-ELEMA 2360 North Palmer Drive Schaumburg, Illinois - Two Ventilators, Brackenridge Hospital Total $32,082.24 BH8-009 The Council, on Councilmember Humphrey's motion, Councilmember Urdy's second, adopted a resolution approving the following contract: (6-0 Vote, Councilmember Nofziger out of the room) OHMEDA 324 Exchange Drive Arlington, Texas Anesthesia Machines & Ventilators, Brackenridge Hospital Twelve Month Maintenance Agreement Total $32,266.00 BC8-033 PUBLIC HEARING - APPEAL hearing set for 4:00 p.m. on an Mayor Cooksey opened the public appeal from Mr. and Mrs. Gary and Dee Kelleher, and Ms. Betty Edgemond, of the Planning Commission's decision to approve Site Plan RZ-87-024 known as Woodhue Crossing. People who spoke have cards on record in the City Clerk's Office. Motion - DIED FOR LACK OF SECOND Councilmember Shipman made a motion to grant the appeal on Criteria 3,5,6. There was no second to the motion. Motion The Council, on Councilmember Carl-Mitchell's motion, Councilmember Nofziger's second, postponed decision until February 18, 1988 when this will be brought back under old business category; staff to and Planning Commission to look at rollback. (6-0 Vote, Councilmember Humphrey out of the room) EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Cooksey announced Council would go into Executive Session pursuant to Article 6252-17, Texas Revised Civil Statutes Annotated, : Council Memo 8 1/28/88 to discuss matters of land acquisition, litigation, and for personnel matters. No final action, decision or vote by the City Council will be taken on any subject or matter unless specifically listed on the agenda for this meeting. 1. Pending Litigation - Section 2, Paragraph e (a) City of Austin v. Houston Lighting and Power (b) Overton et al v. City of Austin (c) Southern Union Gas v. City of Austin (d) City of Austin/LCRA v. Decker Coal Company 2. Land Acquisition - Section 2, Paragraph f (a) Municipal Office Space 3. Personnel Matters - Section 2, Paragraph g (a) City Manager Search (b) Appointment of Judges { RECESS Council recessed for executive session at 6:45 p.m. and resumed its recessed meeting at 8:35 p.m. ZONING HEARINGS Mayor Cooksey announced Council would hear the following zoning cases. Council heard, closed the public hearing, passed ordinances where applicable, and postponed if necessary. Disposition of cases follows each listing. a. Recommended by the Planning Commission, As Requested: (1) r-87 SOUTH AUSTIN 165 ΒΑΡΤIST CHURCH 7913 Manchaca Road From "DR" To Τr. 1 "SF-3" By Meyer, Lytton, Allen, Whitaker (Tom Winkley) Tr. 2 "SF-2" RECOMMENDED (as amended) FIRST READING b. Recommended by the Planning Commission, As Requested, (2)-87 SUSAN CANZONE 173 With Conditions: 4328 James Casey St. From "SF-3" Το "LO" FIRST READING RECOMMENDED subject to dedication of up to 35 feet of right-of-way from the centerline of James Casey Street. (3) -87 SOUTHWEST BAPTIST 7415 Manchaca Road 171 CHURCH By Pastor John Ferguson From "DR" Το "SF-3" FIRST READING Council Memo 9 1/28/88 RECOMMENDED subject to dedication of 50 feet of right-ofway from the centerline of Manchaca Road in accordance with the Austin Metropolitan Area Roadway Plan. i (4) -87 ΤOLMAY 13207 Research 172 ENTERPRISES, INC. Boulevard (5) -87 176 By Robert U. Mayfield From "LR" Το "GR" FIRST READING RECOMMENDED subject to reservation of 150 feet of right-of-way from the centerline of U.S. 183 in accordance with the Austin Metropolitan Area Roadway Plan, or as determined by the State Department of Highways and Public Transportation (Chapter 13-14-101) and the closure of one driveway onto U.S. 183 as a condition of zoning approval, in accordance with requirements of a previous case on this site. UNIVERSITY AVENUE CHURCH By Danze & Davis Architects 1909 University Avenue From "GR" & "MF-4" Το "CS" FIRST READING RECOMMENDED "CS-CO" restricted to College and University Facilities and Religious Assembly. (6) -87 177 NICK & GRACIE 202-204 & 208 From "SF-3" VOUDOURIS & Pickle Road To Tr. 1 "LI" WESLEY PEARSON Tr. 2 "W/LO" FIRST READING RECOMMENDED "LI" for Tract 1 and "W-LO" for Tract 2, subject to compliance with conditions identified in the Traffic Impact Analysis. (7)-86 HRI DEVELOPMENT 022 CORP. 13837-13871 From "DR" By City of Austin Research Boulevard 13101-13431 R.M. To Τr. 1A "GR" Tr. 1B "GR" 620 Tr. 2 "GO" Tr. 3 "LO" Tr. 4 "MF-2" Tr. 7 "LO" FIRST READING RECOMMENDED "GR" for Tracts 1A and 1B, "GO" for Tract 2, "LO" for Tracts 3 and 7, and "MF-2" for Tract 4, limited to the Peak Hour Trips specified in the Transportation Review memorandum of December 3, 1987. (On Mayor Pro Tem Trevino's motion, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell's second, 7-0 Vote) Council Memo 10. 1/28/88 (8)-87 CENTURY NATIONAL 10421 North I.H. 175 BANK 35 By Mauro, Vendler, Sheets & Blume From "SF-2" Το "CS" POSTPONED 2/25/88 AT 4:00 P.M. RECOMMENDED "CS-CO" subject to no access to Middle Fiskville Road and landscaping along Middle Fiskville Road, subject to review and approval by Landscape Review Section of Department of Environmental Protection at site plan stage. (9) r-87 168 ROBERT KIM 8600 FM 969 @ Decker Lane From "DR" Το "GR" FIRST READING RECOMMENDED "GR" and compatibility waivers. c. NOT recommended by the Planning Commission: (10) -87 FRANCIS F. 178 BALDESCHWILER By Tom Hatch 3413 West Avenue From "SF-3" Το "LO" NOT RECOMMENDED (Applicant requests postponement until February 25, 1988) d. HEARD BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION JANUARY 1, 1988: to follow) (11) -87 174 JESSIE CARMONA By Pena & Jones (12) -87 DAN & LANA STEBLAY 170 1200 Block Montopolis Drive 2203 & 2205 Lake Austin Boulevard POSTPONED 2/25/88 @ 4 P.M. (Recommendation From "LO" Το "GR" NO RECOMMENDATION POSTPONED 3/3/88 @ 4 Ρ.Μ. From "LO" Το "GR" NO RECOMMENDATION POSTPONED 2/25/88 @ 4 Ρ.Μ. 2. PENDING ZONING APPLICATION a. Recommended for Dismissal: (1)-84 MRS. HAZEL V. 324 GULLY (2)-82 LEVIS J. BURKS 128 & MRS. LEVIS J. BURKS (3) -84 RON PARKER 350 6600 East Martin L. King Boulevard 709 Franklin 4140 East 12th From "LO" & "SF-2" Το "LI" RECOMMENDED DISMISSAL RECOMMENDED From "SF-3" Το "LO" RECOMMENDED DISMISSAL RECOMMENDED From "SF-3" Το "MF-2" RECOMMENDED DISMISSAL RECOMMENDED Council Memo 11 1/28/88 b. Recommended to grant six-month extension: (4) -86 EAST BEN WHITE c. 047 JOINT VENTURE 6500-7000 E. Ben White Boulevard By Meyer, Lytton, Allen, Whitaker Recommended for conversion to permanent "DR": (5) -84 MERCURY SAVINGS 412 (Vernon Lemens, Jr.) 8161-8431 Spicewood Springs Road From "DR" To Lot 1A "LI" Lot 2A "CS" Lot 1B "LI" RECOMMENDED EXTENSION SIX MONTH EXTENSION APPROVED From "I-RR" Το "MF-1" RECOMMENDED PERMANENT "DR" ORDINANCE i (On Mayor Pro Tem Trevino's motion, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell's second, 7-0 Vote) SOUTHERN UNION GAS v. CITY OF AUSTIN Mayor Cooksey made the following announcement as a result of the executive discussion on Southern Union Gas v. City of Austin, Southern Union Gas will withdrawits rate appeal at the Texas Railroad Commission. SUG will reduce current rates by $1 million eliminating the interim rate increase approved by the Texas Railroad Commission. The Austin City Council will adopt a revised rate ordinance which reauthorizes the transportation charges for special customers agreed to on August 20, 1987, endeavors to redesign rates for intervening state agencies and AISD to make them revenue neutral, and implements the terms of the settlement agreement. Southern Union Gas Company and the City agree to amend the franchise agreement between them to: a. Eliminate Section 7.2 of the franchise agreement concerning capital improvements program expenses recovered through rates. b. Revise Section 4.6 of the franchise agreement to delete the specific requirement to spend 3% of gross revenues for conservation while retaining the continuing duty to support conservation and avoid duplication with other such programs. Southern Union agrees to include franchise fees paid to the City of Austin in the base rates charged by the company to assure that there are uniform rates throughout the service area. Council Memo 12 1/28/88 Unexpended conservation funds (estimated at between $500,000 and $600,000) will be used for future conservation projects subject to the City's reviews in future rate proceedings. The franchise agreement will require our obligation to engage in conservation programs during the term of the agreement. At the company's discretion, this could include subcontracting that responsibility. RFP FOR PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR AUSTIN AIRPORT DEVELOPMENT Mr. Tim Ward, Airport Director, reported on a resolution to consider authorization and approval to distribute RFP for Program Management Services for the development of the new Austin airport. Council discussed some changes and requested Mr. Ward to report on the changes at the February 2, 1988 Council meeting. ITEM ALREADY APPROVED Approved on January 26, 1988 was a resolution approving a grant application for Arts in Public Places Program. PHARR TENNIS CENTER Mr. Charles Jordan, director of Parks and Recreation, reported on the Pharr Tennis Center. He said a portion of the ending balance will be used to resurface Pharr. Caswell will be next, and other courts will be resurfaced as funds are available. Resurfacing will begin March 4, 1988, after RFP's have been sent out and selections made. ELECTIONS The Council, on Councilmember Carl-Mitchell's motion, Mayor Cooksey's second, waived the requirement for three readings and finally passed an ordinance conforming dates and other matters incident and related to the elections of the Mayor and Councilmembers to the Texas Election Code. (7-0 Vote) TRAVIS COUNTY MUD NO. 1 Councilmember Carl-Mitchell introduced an item to Council to consider release of the money escrowed to allow park development in Northwest Travis County MUD No. 1. Staff will review the proposal as well as boards and commissions and bring it back to Council. WATERSHEDS ORDINANCE WAIVER The Council, on Councilmember Urdy's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Trevino's second, waived the requirement for three readings and finally passed an ordinance approving a waiver for the Shellberg Tract in the Comprehesive Watersheds Ordinance as recommended by the Planning Commission with the exception of 6 & 8 with conditions and a further amendment. (5-2 Vote, Mayor Cooksey and Councilmember Shipman voted No.) Council Memo L.E.N.D. PROPOSALS 13 1/28/88 The Council, on Councilmember Urdy's motion, Councilmember Shipman's second, approved re-opening library branches on Sunday and instructed the City Manager to come back to the Council with further recommendations. (5-0 Vote, Councilmembers Carl-Mitchell and Humphrey out of the room) NO ACTION ON ITEMS No action was taken on Gilbane Update or City Manager Search. ALEXANDER AND ASSOCIATES REPORT A report was given to Council by Alexander and Associates concerning office space available to the City of Austin for consolidation of offices. They will report back to Council on March 3, 1988. ITEMS POSTPONED Councilmember Nafziger's items to consider commencing the STNP education campaign and disussing the possiblity of inviting GAP representatives and whistleblowers at STNP to make a presentation to the Austin City Council was postponed to February 4, 1988. PUBLIC HEARING CONTINUED The public hearing on Interim Land Development Code was continued to February 18, 1988 at 6:00 p.m. PUBLIC HEARING - RULES POSTING PROCEDURE Mayor Cooksey opened the public hearing on proposed amendments to Rules Posting Procedure. Cards for people who spoke are on file in the City Clerk's office. Motion The Council, on Councilmember Shipman's motion, Councilmember Nofziger's second, closed the public hearing, waived the requirement for three readings and finally passed an ordinance amending Rules Posting Procedure, approving the City Manager's recommendation concerning notice to Council. (7-0 Vote) PUBLIC HEARINGS homes. - GROUP HOMES Mayor Cooksey opened the continued public hearings on group Speakers cards are on file in the City Clerk's office. Motion The Council, on Mayor Pro Tem Trevino's motion, Councilmember Council Memo 14 1/28/88 Carl-Mitchell's second, closed the public hearing and set action for February 2 or February 4, 1988 on the following: (6-0 Vote, Councilmember Humphrey out of the room) a. Amending Chapter 13-2A by adding three new "Congregate Care Facility" definitions for facilities with more than 15 residents. b. Amending Chapter 13-2A (Revised Zoning Regulations) modifying existing "Group Home" definition, adding a new definition of "Family Home" to be consistent with State Law. PUBLIC HEARING - FIRE DEPARTMENT TECHNICAL SERVICES Mayor Cooksey opened the public hearing on Fire Department Technical Services. Cards of people who spoke are on file in the City Clerk's office. Motion The Council, on Councilmember Shipman's motion, Councilmember Carl-Mitchell's second, closed the public hearing and approved the City Manager's recommendation. (6-0 Vote, Councilmember Humphrey out of the room) ADJOURNMENT Council adjourned its meeting at 12:20 pm. on January 29, 1988.