Austin Votes on Helmets, Jordan, Utility Debt
Public Safety Initiatives:
The city passed a new ordinance mandating bicycle helmets for all riders and established several new 20 mph school zones to enhance student protection.Major Financial & Utility Strategy:
The council directed the use of a $20 million settlement from the South Texas Nuclear Project lawsuit to reduce utility debt, aiming to improve the Electric Utility's competitive standing.Civic Recognition & Infrastructure Boosts:
A public hearing was held to consider renaming 26th Street to Barbara Jordan Avenue. Significant funds were also approved for ADA curb ramp improvements, various water and wastewater infrastructure projects, and a new marine debris skimmer for local waterways.Local Development & Elections:
The council approved multiple zoning changes, reallocated funds for cultural arts services, and authorized a run-off municipal election for two councilmember positions.
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TY OF 日 AUSTIN FOUNDED 1939 Austin City Council MINUTES 1. May 09, 1996 Mayor Todd called the meeting to order, Councilmembers Shea temporarily absent, and Councilmember Nofziger absent. Approval of Minutes for Worksession of April 24, 1996 and Regular Meeting of April 25, 1996. Approved on, Councilmember Goodman's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's second, 4-0-1 vote, Councilmember Reynolds abstaining, Councilmember Shea temporarily absent, and Councilmember Nofziger absent. CITIZENS COMMUNICATION GENERAL Mr. Richard R. Troxell, to discuss homeless issues. Mr. Frank Parker, to discuss the Renaissance Market. Mr. Jerry Frydrych, to ask council to release proposed development to Pflugerville E.T.J. Absent 2. 3. 4. 5. Mr. Ted Kircher, to discuss telecommuting. 6. Mr. Milton Jones, to discuss the future of Austin's Renaissance Market. 7. Mr. Gus Pena, to discuss juvenile crime and city issues. 8. Mr. Leonard Lyons, to discuss taxpayers at risk. 9. Mr. Jeryl D. Hart, P.E., to request City Council to release 16.107 acres of land to be known as Orchard Place from the Austin E.T.J. so that it can participate in a regional detention pond in the Pflugerville city limits. Absent 10. Mr. Shaun Stenshol, to discuss solar thermal power plants and how the City of Sacramento, California is working to develop solar thermal technology and what Austin is doing to promote it. Absent 11. Mr. John Schroeder, to discuss development on our drinking water reservoir. Absent ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS 12. Amend Ordinance No. 950911-B, the Capital budget of the Financial Services Department, by transferring $537,800 from the Contingency Project to the Public Works and Transportation Department Capital Budget. Amend the 1995-96 Capital budget of the Public Works and Transportation Department by increasing the transfers in by $537,800 to the ADA Curb Ramp Improvement Project to continue operations through 1995-96. Ordinance No. 960509-A, approved 13. Amend Ordinance No. 950911-A, the 1995-96 operating budget, by increasing the beginning balance by $1,899,335 to reflect the audited balance of $3,185,949 and then appropriating $703,874 from the beginning balance of the Airport Fund for 1) $280,304 to fund the activities of the Small Contractors Assistance Group and add two Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) positions to the Department of Aviation; $343,570 to fund the activities of the Airport Public Safety Division; $80,000 to fund the activities of the Airport Rescue and Firefighting Section of the Public Safety Division; and 4) increase budgeted ending balance by $1,195,541 to $2,521,764. (Reviewed by Airport Advisory Board) Ordinance No. 960509-B, approved ORDINANCES 14. 15. Approve second/third readings amending ordinance 950911-A, the 1995-96 operating budget, by transferring $100,000 from the General Fund Contingency Reserve, and increasing the appropriation of the Health and Human Services Department by the same amount for the Summer Youth Employment. (Mayor Pro Tem Gus Garcia and Councilmember Brigid Shea) Ordinance No. 960509-C, approved Approve second/third readings amending ordinance 950911-A, the 1995-96 operating budget, by transferring $41,745 from the General Fund Contingency Reserve Fund, and increasing the appropriation of the Health and Human Services department by the same amount for the Eastside Story, and authorizing an additional 2.0 full time equivalents for the Health and Human Services Department. (Councilmembers Eric Mitchell and Ronney Reynolds) Ordinance No. 960509-D, approved Approve second/third readings of an ordinance amending Chapter 13-2 of 16. the Austin City Code rezoning property locally known as 7400 Block South Congress Ave., Case No. C14-94-0097, from "DR", Development Reserve to "MF-2-CO", Multifamily Residence (low density)-Conditional Overlay and RR, Rural Residence for area with 100-year floodplain, subject to the following conditions: (1) limit density to a maximum of 150 units; (2) provide a 100 foot undisturbed buffer along the west property line; (3) prohibit development within the floodplain; (4) prohibit access to Loganberry Lane and Dittmar Road; and (5) dedicate 90 feet of right-of-way from the centerline of Dittmar Road; PECAN GROVE J.V. II (John Foster), by JADCO (Joe DiQuinzio, Jr.). First reading on November 3, 1994; Vote 4-0-1, Goodman abstained, Mitchell and Shea out of the room. Conditions met as follows: Conditional overlay incorporates conditions imposed by Council. Street right-of-way from the future centerline of Dittmar Road will be dedicated at the time of subdivision. Ordinance No. 960509-E, approved 17. Approve second/third readings of an ordinance amending Chapter 13-2 of the Austin City Code rezoning property locally known as 7400 Block South Congress Ave., Case No. C14-94-0098, from "DR", Development Reserve to "SF-2", Single Family Residence (standard lot), zoning subject to Blackberry Drive being stubbed-out to the north of the tract when it is extended; 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. PECAN GROVE J.V. II (John Foster), by JADCO (Joe DiQuinzio, Jr.). First reading on November 3, 1994; Vote 4-0-1, Goodman abstained; Mitchell and Shea out of the room. Conditions met as follows: Conditional overlay incorporates conditions imposed by Council. Ordinance No. 960509-F, approved Items 12 through 17 approved on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Reynolds' second, 6-0 vote, Councilmember Nofziger absent. Approve first reading of an ordinance granting a franchise to Central South West Communications (CSWC) to construct and operate a city-wide broad band telecommunications network. Postponed Amend Ordinance No. 950911-A, the 1995-96 operating budget, by increasing the appropriation for the Hospital Operating Fund by $28,366,077 and reducing the unreserved ending balance by $28,366,077. (Related to 20) Pulled off agenda Adopt an ordinance authorizing the redemption and defeasance of certain outstanding General Obligation Bonds; approving execution and delivery of an Escrow Agreement in connection therewith. (Approximately $28,366,076.60 is available from the Hospital Fund.) (Related to 19) Pulled off agenda Amend the Austin City Code by modifying the Basic Traffic Ordinance, Section 16-4-4 (D) Speed Limits, for the installation of a 20 mph school zone on Wynona Avenue for the protection of students attending Lamar Middle School. (Funding in the amount of $500 for the installation of signs and markings is available in the 1995-96 operating budget of the Child Safety Fund.) Ordinance No. 960509-G, approved Amend the Austin City Code by modifying the Basic Traffic Ordinance, Sections 16-4-5 (A) Speed Limits, to reduce the 35 mph speed limit to 30 mph on West 6th Street from North Lamar Boulevard to Harthan Street. (Funding in the amount of $400 for new signs is available in the 1995-96 operating budget of the Public Works and Transportation Department.) Ordinance No. 960509-H, approved Amend the Austin City Code by modifying the Basic Traffic Ordinance, Section 16-4-4 (D) Speed Limits, for the installation of a 20 mph school zone on Berkett Drive for the protection of students attending Cunningham Elementary School. (Funding in the amount of $600 for the installation of signs and markings is available in the 1995-96 Child Safety Fund.) Ordinance No. 960509-1, approved Amend the Austin City Code by modifying the Basic Traffic Ordinance, Section 16-4-5 (A) to establish the speed zone on McNeil Drive as 35 mph from Burnet Road (FM 1325) to the Travis County Line. (Funding in the amount of $600 for the installation of traffic signs is available in the 1995-96 operating budget of the Public Works and Transportation Department.) Ordinance No. 960509-J, approved 25. Amend the Austin City Code by modifying the Basic Traffic Ordinance, Section 16-4-4 (D) Speed Limits, for the installation of a 20 mph school zone on Robbie Drive for the protection of students attending Hill Elementary School. (Funding in the amount of $500 for the installation of traffic signs and pavement markings is available in the 1995-96 Child Safety Fund of the Public Works and Transportation Department.) Ordinance No. 960509-K, approved 26. Authorize acceptance of a grant from the Texas Alternative Fuels Council (TAFC) in the amount of $30,000 for Austin Clean Cities air quality activities; amend Ordinance 950911-A, the 1995-96 operating budget, by increasing budget revenue and expenditures by $30,000 in the 1995-96 Environmental and Conservation Services Special Revenue Fund. (No City match is required.) Ordinance No. 960509-L, approved Items 21 through 26 approved on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Reynolds' second, 6-0 vote, Councilmember Nofziger absent. 27. Amend ordinance 950911-A, the 1995-96 Operating budget by adding an appropriation to the Austin Fair Campaign Finance Fund in the amount of $21,662.30 to distribute the contents of the Austin Fair Campaign Finance Fund as provided by the Austin Fair Campaign Ordinance. (Funding is available in the Austin Fair Campaign Fund.) Motion to approve on, Councilmember Shea's motion, Councilmember Goodman's second, 3-3 vote, Mayor Todd, Councilmembers Mitchell and Reynolds voting "NO", Councilmember Nofziger absent. Motion fails. 28. Amend Ordinance No. 960118-D by revising classifications for City of Austin firefighters to reflect the civil service staffing changes due to the Fire Department restructuring plan; converting one Firefighter Specialist to Firefighter; the total number of position authorized remains unchanged. ($5,066 cost savings allocated in the 1995-96 Operating budget for the Austin Fire Department. Ordinance No. 960509-M, approved RESOLUTIONS 29. Approve negotiation and execution of twelve month contract with the TEXAS MEDICAL LIABILITY TRUST, Austin, Texas, for medical malpractice liability insurance coverage for physicians employed by the Austin/Travis County Health and Human Services Department, in an amount not to exceed $86,427 with three twelve month extension options in an amount not to exceed $94,411 for the first extension, $100,500 for the second extension, and $101,648 for the third extension, for a total amount not to exceed $382,986. (Funding in the amount of $79,145 is available in the Federally Qualified Health Center fund for 1995-96, and $7,282 from the Health and Human Services General Fund. Funding for the remaining balance and the extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.) Sole source. Approved AVIATION (Items 30-31) 30. Authorize negotiation and execution of a sole source service agreement with Southwestern Bell Telephone, Austin, Texas for telecommunications cable relocation for Austin- Bergstrom International Airport (ABIA), which includes ratification of $67,000 in current invoices, for a total not to exceed contract amount of $450,000. (Funding was included in the 1995-96 Capital budget of the Aviation Department) Approved 31. Approve an amendment with URBAN DESIGN GROUP (WBE/FR), Austin, Texas, for design modification services to the North Access Road design professional services agreement for Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (ABIA), in the amount of $90, 126, for a total amount not to exceed $260,126. (Funding was included in the 1995-96 Approved Capital budget of the Aviation Department.) DBE Participation 100%: 28.7% WBE Prime participation, 0% MBE participation. Approved 32. Approve execution of a twelve month supply agreement with FOUR ALARM FIRE EQUIPMENT, Houston, Texas, for the purchase of sixty sets of protective jackets and trousers for emergency medical operations personnel, in an amount not to exceed $39,000 with two twelve month extension options in an amount not exceed $39,000 per extension option, for a total amount not to exceed $117,000. (Funding is available in the 1995-96 operating budget for the Emergency Medical Services Department. Funding for the extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.) Low bid of three. No M/WBE Subcontracting opportunities were 33. identified. Approved Approve execution of a twelve month service agreement with JOHNSON'S FLEET SERVICE, INC., UD TRUCKS OF AUSTIN, Austin, Texas, for rust removal and painting services for City fire vehicles, in an amount not to exceed $50,000 with two twelve month extension options in an amount not to extend $50,000 per extension, for a total amount not to exceed $150,000. (Funding in the amount of $20,833 is available in the 1995-96 operating budget of the Fleet Service Division, Finance & Administrative Services Department. Funding for the remaining seven months and the extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.) Low responsive bid of three. No M/WBE Subcontracting opportunities were identified. Approved 34. Approve execution of a twelve month supply agreement with INSTRUMENT TECH CORP., Dallas, Texas, for the purchase of repair parts for Whelen light bars and sirens for Fire department and EMS vehicles, in an amount not to exceed $40,000 with two twelve month extension options in an amount not to exceed $40,000 per extension, for a total amount not to exceed $120,000. (Funding in the amount of $16,667 is available in the 1995-96 operating budget of the Fleet Fund. Funding for the remaining seven months and the extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.) Low bid of three. No M/WBE Subcontracting opportunities were identified. Approved 35. 36. Items 28 through 34 approved on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Reynolds' second, 6-0 vote, Councilmember Nofziger absent. Approve the adoption of the Community Needs Report related to the renewal of the cable franchise with Time Warner Entertainment Company, L.P. (Austin CableVision). (No fiscal impact.) (To be reviewed by Telecommunications Commission May 8, 1996) Approved on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Goodman's second, 5-0 vote, Councilmember Shea off the dais, Councilmember Nofziger absent. Approve a resolution confirming existing use of access channels and institutional network by Travis County, Austin Independent School District, and Austin Community College. Approved on, Councilmember Goodman's motion, Councilmember Garcia's second, 5-0 vote, Councilmember Shea off the dais, Councilmember Nofziger absent. 37. Approve negotiation and execution of a contract award to: AUSTIN-TRAVIS COUNTY MHMR CENTER, INFANT-PARENT PROGRAM, Austin, Texas, for construction, including renovations and additions, to a children's therapeutic facility, in an amount not to exceed $263,000. (Funding is available through the Reprogrammed 15th Year - 20th Year, United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) special revenue fund.) (Recommended by Community Development Commission and Child Care Council) Approved 38. Approve an amendment to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Austin/Travis County Mental Health-Mental Retardation Center regarding work statement and performance measure modifications. (No fiscal impact.) Approved 39. Approve Change Order #4 to BRH GARVER, INC., Houston, Texas, for paving of the Mary Moore Searight Metropolitan Park access road and parking lot, as part of the Slaughter Lane Area III, Phase II, Wastewater Construction project, in the amount of $60,078, for a total amount of $1,035,276.07. (Funding was included in the 1993-94 Amended Capital budget of the Parks and Recreation Department.) 75% MBE, 0% WBE Subcontractor participation. Approved 40. Approve execution of a twelve month supply agreement with CAPITOL AGGREGATES, Austin, Texas, for hot mix asphaltic concrete for the Street and Bridge Division, in an amount not to exceed $719,150 with two twelve month extension options in an amount not to exceed $719,150 per extension, for a total amount not to exceed $2,157,450. (Funding in the amount of $299,646 is available in the 1995-96 operating budget of the Transportation Fund. Funding for the remaining seven months and the extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.) Single bid. No M/WBE Subcontracting opportunities were identified. Approved 41. Approve negotiation and execution of Agreement between the City of Austin, Northwest Travis County Municipal Utility District #1, Erich Birch, John W. Sullivan and Rick Redmond to set forth terms and conditions for pass through wastewater service to three residential lots in Anderson Mill Estates Subdivision. (This agreement will generate each year approximately $885.00 in additional outside City retail wastewater revenues.) (Recommended by Water and Wastewater Commission) Approved 42. Approve a construction contract award to THE BARR COMPANY (WBE/FH), Austin, Texas, for Phase II Remodeling of the Water and Wastewater Utility's South East Service Center, located at 3907 South Industrial Drive, in the amount of $634,926. (Funding was included in the 1995-96 Capital budget of the Water and Wastewater Utility.) Low bid of six. 19.79% Prime WBE participation. 23.88% MBE, 3.46% WBE Subcontractor participation. (To be reviewed by Water and Wastewater Commission May 1, 1996) Approved 43. Authorize negotiation and execution of Amendment #7 to the professional services agreement with FREESE & NICHOLS, INC., Austin, Texas, for additional Phase III construction management services for the Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Effluent Outfall to the Colorado River project, in the estimated amount of $159,653, for a total contract amount of $630,654. (Funding was included in the 1995-96 Capital budget of the Water and Wastewater Utility.) 5.5% MBE, 0% WBE Subconsultant participation. (To be reviewed by Water and Wastewater Commission May 1, 1996) (Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission.) Approved 44. Approve Change Order #2 to KEY ENTERPRISES, INC., Austin, Texas, for increased depth for pipe, extra manhole depths, additional fencing and easement preparation for the Oak Park/Oak Acres project located in Southwest Austin, in the amount of $109,997.48, for a total contract amount of $3,028,814.38. (Funding was included in the 1991-92 Capital budget of the Water and Wastewater Utility.) 0% MBE, 2.31% WBE Subcontractor participation. (To be reviewed by Water and Wastewater Commission May 1, 1996) (Recommended by the Water & Wastewater Commission) Approved 45. Approve a construction contract award to CROUCH ELECTRIC, INC., Austin, Texas, for the construction of the Govalle Wastewater Treatment Plant D, Electrical and Associated Improvements Project, in the amount of $341,900. (Funding was included in the 1995-96 Capital budget of the Water and Wastewater Utility.) Low bid of two. 28.08% MBE, 0.20% WBE Subcontractor participation. (To be reviewed by Water and Wastewater Commission May 1, 1996) (Recommended by the Water & Wastewater Commission) Approved 46. Approve a construction contract award to MANLEY CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, Pflugerville, Texas, for the construction of drainage improvements to Detention Pond Northeast, Pond No. 3 located near the Parmer Lane and Metric Boulevard intersection, in the amount of $38,065. (Funding was included in the 1994-95 Capital budget of the Drainage Utility.) Low bid of five. 21.84% MBE, 10.37% WBE Subcontractor participation. Approved 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. Approve execution of a contract with UNITED MARINE INTERNATIONAL, Seneca Falls, New York, for the purchase of one marine debris skimmer, trailer and shore conveyer to remove trash debris from Townlake and other waterways, in the amount of $106,870. (Funding is available in the 1995-96 operating budget of the Drainage Utility Department.) Low bid of two. No M/WBE Subcontracting opportunities were identified. Approved Items 37 through 47 approved on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Reynolds' second, 6-0 vote, Councilmember Nofziger absent. Approve an amendment to the License Agreement with Austin Aqua Festival. (Reduction in Rental fees is $15,000 below 1995 event requirements and $55,895 in delinquent payments are deferred.) Approved on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Reynolds' second, 4-0-1 vote, Councilmember Shea abstaining, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia off the dais, Councilmember Nofziger absent. Authorize City of Austin participation with the State of Texas in real property acquisition for the U.S. 290/SH 71 project, in the amount of $1,353,560. (Funding is available in the 1991-92 Capital budget of the Public Works and Transportation Department.) Postponed one week on, Councilmember Mitchell's motion Councilmember Goodman's second, 4-0 vote, Mayor Todd and Councilmember Goodman off the dais, Councilmember Nofziger absent. Approve execution of a contract with DAVIS MCALLEN PIPE AND SUPPLY COMPANY, San Antonio, Texas, for the purchase of three 48" Water Transmission Main Gate Valves, in the amount of $173,980. (Funding was included in the 1995-96 Capital budget and $110,200 was included in the 1991-92 Capital budget of the Water and Wastewater Utility.) Low responsive bid of three. No M/WBE Subcontracting opportunities were identified. (Recommended by the Water & Wastewater Commission) Approved Set a public hearing to receive citizen input on an ordinance amending water quality regulations contained in the Land Development Code as requested by the Planning Commission. (Suggested date and time: May 16, 1996 at 6:00p.m.) (Recommended by Environmental Board and Planning Commission) (Suggested date and time: June 6, 1996 at 4:30 p.m.) Approved ITEMS FROM COUNCIL 52. Consideration and approval of the Bylaws of the Community Action Network (C.A.N.). (Mayor Pro Tem Gus Garcia and Councilmember Jackie Goodman) Approved Items 50 through 52 approved on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Reynolds' second, 6-0 vote, Councilmember Nofziger absent. 53. Direct the City Manager to develop a plan for improving the conditions for pedestrian and bicycle traffic on the Lamar Street Bridge and for improving integration of all traffic with adjoining trails and steeps, and present a plan to Council within 30 days. (Mayor Pro Tem Gus Garcia and Mayor Bruce Todd) Postponed on, Councilmember Mitchell's motion, Councilmember Goodman's second 4-0 vote, Councilmember Shea off the dais, Mayor Todd and Councilmember Nofziger absent. 54. Amend Chapter 16-8: Bicycles of the Austin City Code, by requiring the wearing of a bicycle helmet and establishing helmet standards and providing a penalty. (Mayor Bruce Todd, Mayor Pro Tem Gus Garcia, Councilmember Jackie Goodman) Ordinance No. 960509-0 approved on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Reynolds' second, 5-1 vote, Councilmember Mitchell voting "NO", Councilmember Nofziger absent. 55. Direct the City Manager to develop a plan to use the $20 million received from Houston Lighting and Power Company in the settlement of Austin's lawsuit against HL&P for mismanagement of the South Texas Nuclear Project for retiring and/or defeasing outstanding combined utility debt in order to improve the competitive position of the Electric Utility. (Mayor Bruce Todd) Approved on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Reynolds' second, 6-0 vote, Councilmember Nofziger absent. 56. Approve the reallocation of $50,000 in Cultural Contracts funds for Cultural Arts Services in FY 1995-96. (Councilmember Eric Mitchell and Mayor Pro Tem Gus Garcia) Substitute motion by Mayor Pro Tem Garcia to go with the alternate list: Herve Franks/$8,500, Helen R. Wilson/$4,000, Kenju' Lee Performing Arts/$4,000, Outreach Productions/$5,000, Taking Action, Inc./$5,000, Bobby Tucker/$7,000, Kyle Turner/$10,000, Book Boosters/$4,000, Dancers Edge/$2,500, on Councilmember Mitchell's motion, Councilmember Goodman's second, 4-0-1 vote, Councilmember Shea abstaining, Mayor Todd and Councilmember Nofziger absent. 57. 58. Direct the City Manager to conduct a management assessment and audit of the Wastewater Utility to ensure that the Utility is properly prepared to meet the the competitive challenges of the 21st century and is governed and managed in the best interests of the rate payers and the owners. (Councilmember Ronney Reynolds and Councilmember Eric Mitchell) Motion to call the question on, Councilmember Reynolds' motion, Councilmember Mitchell's second 5-0 vote, Mayor Todd and Councilmember Nofziger absent. Motion to approve on, Councilmember Reynolds' motion, Councilmember Mitchell's second 5-0 vote, Mayor Todd and Councilmember Nofziger absent. Approve an ordinance amending sections 16-2-15 and 16-5-16, Traffic Regulations, of the Austin City Code to designate streets or parts where, during posted hours, parking shall be limited to residents only. (Councilmember Jackie Goodman and Councilmember Max Nofziger) Ordinance No. 960509-P approved, on Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Reynold's second, 6-0 vote, Councilmember Nofziger absent. PUBLIC HEARING 3:30 Ρ.Μ. - ΤΙIME CERTAIN 59. Public hearing to consider a street name change for the entire length of 26th Street to Barbara Jordan Avenue and all options for adequate tribute to Barbara Jordan. (Mayor Pro Tem Gus Garcia and Mayor Bruce Todd) Motion to close public hearing on, Councilmember Mitchell's motion, Councilmember Goodman's second, 5-0 vote, Councilmember Shea off the dais, Councilmember Nofziger absent. 4:00 Ρ.Μ. - ZONING HEARINGS AND APPROVAL OF ORDINANCES 60. C14-95-0183 - RIDGE INVESTORS, LTD. (Darren B. Casey), by Minter, Joseph & Thornhill (Ken Brown), E. Parmer Lane and Harris Ridge Blvd. From I-RR to GR (Tracts 1, 3 & 4), MF-2 (Tract 2), SF-2 (Tract 5), and RR (Tract 6). Planning Commission Recommendation: To Grant GR, Community Commercial zoning for Tracts 1, 3, and 4; MF-2, Multifamily Residence (low density) zoning for Tract 2 as amended; SF-2, Single Family Residence (standard lot) zoning for Tract 5; and RR, Rural Residence zoning for Tract 6. All tracts will be subject to the recommendations included in the Transportation Impact Analysis Memorandum dated March 19, 1996; and 2) a north-south collector street is stub out at the McAdams/Mueke property line, unless disapproved by the Texas Department of Transportation or the City of Austin Public Works and Transportation Department, then a north-south street stub out shall be provided between the MacAdams/Meke property and the current alignment of Heatherwilde Blvd. Postponed to May 16, 1996, applicant's first request. 61. C14-95-0193 - DON ENGELING, by Urban Design Group (Laura T. Berland), 10603 F.M. 2222. From I-SF-2 to GR, GO, & MF-2. Planning Commission Recommendation: To Grant GR, General Retail, zoning, for Tracts 1 and 2; GO, General Office, zoning for Tract 3; and MF-2-CO, Multifamily Residence (low density)-Conditional Overlay for Tract 4, and compliance with the Traffic Impact Analysis memo with the provisions of the overlay as follows: (1) limit the density to 14 units per acre on the multifamily tract; (2) prohibit access to Riverplace Boulevard subject to change, if the traffic signal at FM 2222 and Business Park Drive is not installed, and with the approval of the Riverplace Homeowners Association and; (3) a signal light be placed at the intersection of F.M. 2222 and Riverplace Boulevard; and (4) that all structures, which are office and retail uses, beyond the 1,000 feet outside the Hill Country Roadway ordinance be limited to 40 feet in height. 62. 63. Applicant requests a postponement to May 16, 1996 C14-96-0010 WEBBERVILLE JOINT VENTURE (Jeff Bailey), by Griffin Engineering (Greg Griffin), 6800 F.M. 969. From LO & SF-2 to LI. Planning Commission Recommendation: To Grant LI-CO, Limited Industrial Services-Conditional Overlay, zoning with the provision of the overlay to limit development to generate less than 2,000 vehicle trips per day. Ordinance No. 960509-Q approved C14-96-0023 - ANNA MURCHISON (Shirley Brown), by Richard Crank, 2306 Hancock Drive. From SF-3 to GR. Planning Commission Recommendation: To Grant GR-CO, Community Commercial-Conditional Overlay, zoning with the provision of the overlay to (1) limit development to generate less than 2,000 vehicle trips per day; and (2) prohibit Car Wash use. Ordinance No. 960509-R approved Items 60 through 63 approved on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Goodman's second, 6-0 vote, Councilmember Nofziger absent. 64. C14-96-0024 ROBERTA A. MITCHELL, by Situs Planning & Design (John Warden), 7605 Cameron Road. From SF-3 to GR & SF-5. Planning Commission Recommendation: To Grant GR-CO, Community Commercial-Conditional Overlay for the first 150 feet from Cameron Road; SF-5, Urban Family Residence and RR, Rural Residence for area in the floodplain. The conditional overlay would prohibit the following uses on the GR portion of the site - Lodging House, Automotive Rentals, Automotive Repair Services, Automotive Sales, Automotive Washing (all), Indoor Entertainment, Indoor Sports and Recreation, Outdoor Entertainment, Outdoor Sports and Recreation, Restaurant (drive-in, fast food), Service Station, Theater, and Community Recreation (public). 65. 66. Motion to close public hearing on Councilmember Mitchell's motion, Councilmember Reynolds' second, 4-0 vote, Councilmembers Goodman and Shea off the dais, Councilmember Nofziger absent. Motion to approve first reading only on, Councilmember Mitchell's motion, Councilmember Reynolds' second, 4-0 vote, Councilmembers Goodman and Shea off the dais, Councilmember Nofziger absent. C14-96-0031 - CANYON CREEK OPTION LTD (Perry Blanton), by Land Strategies (Paul Johnson), North FM 620 and FM 2222. From GR, LR & SF-6 to MF-2. Planning Commission Recommendation: To Grant MF-2, Multifamily Residence (low density), zoning subject to the reservation of 125 feet of right-of-way from the existing centerline on F.M. 620. Approved first reading only. C14-96-0032 - BH TRAVIS COUNTRY (Lee Weber), by Land Strategies (Paul Linehan), 4900 Pittsburgh Drive. From RR & MF-2 to RR & MF-2. Planning Commission Recommendation: To Grant MF-2, Multifamily Residence (low density) for Tract 2; and RR, Rural Residence for the floodplain, Tract 1. Ordinance No. 960509-S approved Items 65 and 66 approved on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Goodman's second, 6-0 vote, Councilmember Nofziger absent. 67. C14-96-0036 CITY OF AUSTIN-DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPT., 2511 East 10th Street. From LI to SF-3. Planning Commission Recommendation: To Grant SF-3, Family Residence, zoning as requested. Motion to close public hearing on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Reynolds' second, 4-0 vote, Councilmembers Goodman and Shea off the dais, Councilmember Nofziger absent. Ordinance No. 960509-T approved on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Mitchell's second, 5-0 vote, Councilmember Shea off the dais, Councilmember Nofziger absent. EXECUTIVE SESSION (No Public Discussion on These Items) Executive session held on the morning of this date. Executive session held at 4:28 p.m. to 4:50 p.m. The City Council will announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel, to discuss matters of land acquisition, litigation and personnel matters as specifically listed on this agenda. The City Council may also announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, to receive advice from Legal Counsel regarding any other item on this agenda. Advice of Counsel - Section 551.071 68. Discuss application of Chapter 5-7 of the Austin City Code to airport contracts. 69. Discuss application of Chapter 8-14 of the Austin City Code to applications for limousine permits. Personnel Matters 70. Discuss the selection and benefit and compensation package of the Part-Time Municipal Court Judges. ACTION ON THE FOLLOWING 71. Approve appointment of Part-Time Municipal Court Judges, No action taken 72. Approve benefit and compensation package of Part-Time Municipal Court Judges. No action taken 73. APPOINTMENTS AIRPORT ADVISORY BOARD - IRA GOODRICH. ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION - ADRIENNE (MISSY) MCULLOUGH CENTRAL CITY ENTERTAINMENT CENTER - VERNON SIMMONS. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION - PAMELA WADE. HOMELESS TASK FORCE - RICHARD PENA. MUSIC COMMISSION - SUE FAWVER. Approved on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Reynolds' second, 6-0 vote, Councilmember Nofziger absent. ADDENDUM - May 9, 1996 53. (Corrected posting) Direct the City Manager to develop a plan for improving the lane capacity conditions for vehicles, pedestrian, and bicycle traffic on the Lamar Street Bridge and for improving the integration of such traffic with adjoining trails and streets, and present the plan to Council within 30 days. (Mayor Pro Tem Gus Garcia and Mayor Bruce Todd) 74. Approve an ordinance ordering a run-off municipal election for June 1, 1996 for the purpose of electing two councilmembers; designating polling place locations; and authorizing the election to be held jointly with other political subdivisions. Total estimated cost is $180,810. (Funding is available in the 1995-96 Operating budget of the City Clerk's office) Ordinance No. 960509-N approved on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Reynolds' second, 6-0 vote, Councilmember Nofziger absent. ADJOURNED at 8:00 p.m. on, Councilmember Mitchell's motion, Councilmember Goodman's second, 5-0 vote, Mayor Todd and Councilmember Nofziger absent. Approved on this the 16th day of May, 1996, on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Goodman's second, 5-0 vote, Councilmembers Shea and Reynolds temporarily absent.