Austin's Legislative Push: Airport, Water, Bergstrom
- The City Council's Legislative Sub-Committee met to discuss Austin's strategy for the upcoming 72nd Texas Legislature.
- Councilmembers reviewed potential legislation Austin planned to introduce and state bills already filed that could significantly impact the city.
- Key discussions focused on House Bill 373, which proposed creating an airport authority, and House Bill 374, concerning Bergstrom Air Force Base.
- Other important topics included legislative initiatives related to health issues and water quality.
Full Transcript
Austin City Council MINUTES For January 25, 1991 Mayor Cooke called to order the meeting of the City Council Legislative Sub-Committee held January 25, 1991 at Hi00 A.M. in the Conference Room 300 of the Municipal Building, 124 Vest 8th Street. Mayor Cooke noted the presence of Councilmembers Barnstone, Carl-Mitchell and Epstein. The Mayor announced the purpose of the nee ting vasi Discussion of the legislative program for the 72nd regular session of the Texas Legislature and other state and federal legislative Issues. 1. Discussion of legislative initiatives for the 72nd Regular Session of the Texas Legislature. a. Status report on legislation for vhlch the City of Austin vill seek introduction and passage. b. Report on bills filed vith major impact on the City of Austin. Members of the Legislative Sub-Committee discussed Bouse Bill 373 regarding an airport authority and E.B. 374 regarding Bergstrom Air Force Base. Also discussed vere health issues and legislation concerning vater quality. The meeting vas adjourned at 12s30 P.M.