Austin's Budget Debate: Libraries, Parks, Pools
- The community held a special public hearing to gather input on Austin's proposed 1990-91 operating budget.
- Citizens voiced concerns about potential changes to library hours and the unexpected closure of a public swimming pool.
- Discussions also highlighted the need for more parks in East Austin and brought up topics related to the Carver Museum.
Full Transcript
Austin City Council MINUTES August 14, 1990 - SPECIAL CALLED MEETING - BUDGET HEARING TOWN MEETING REAGAN HIGH SCHOOL - 7:30 P.M. Mayor Cooke called to order the special called meeting of the Council, which met at 7:30 P.H. in the Reagan High School Auditorium, 7104 Berkman Drive, for the purpose of conducting a public hearing on the 1990-91 Operating Budget. Mayor Cooke noted the absence of Councilmember Nofziger. Speaker's cards are on file in the City Clerk's office. Main topics which citizens discussed were library hours, parks needed in East Austin, the closing of a swimming pool without notice, and the Carver Museum. The special called Town Meeting was adjourned at 9:05 P.M.