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Big Investments: Roads, Rivers, & Culture

Thursday, May 16, 1996 regular
  • Major Infrastructure & Development:

    Authorized land acquisition for the crucial US 290/SH 71 highway project and began planning to improve traffic flow and pedestrian/bike access on the Lamar Street Bridge. Significant rezonings for downtown mixed-use and larger developments were also approved.
  • Environmental Protection & Sustainability:

    Advanced initiatives like an Edwards Aquifer library and adopted a goal for 32 megawatts of annual energy savings. The city continued its engagement in multiple ongoing "Save Our Springs" environmental legal disputes.
  • Community & Cultural Enhancement:

    Allocated funds for new pedestrian and bicycle coordinator positions, supported a feasibility study for a Texas Music Resource Center/Museum, and boosted budgets for youth employment and HIV services for children.

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CITY OF AUSTIN FOUNDED 1839 Austin City Council MINUTES 1. May 16, 1996 Mayor Todd called the meeting to order, Councilmembers Shea and Reynolds temporarily absent. Approval of Minutes for Special Called Meeting of May 6, and Special Called Meeting of May 8, 1996 and Regular meeting of May 9, 1996. Approved on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Goodman's second 5-0 vote, Councilmembers Shea and Reynolds temporarily absent. CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS: GENERAL 2. Mr. Robert Thomas, to discuss the Rosewood Recreational Center, Central City Entertainment Center, and employee rights. 3. Mr. Gus Pena, to discuss City issues and public safety. 4. Mr. Andy Ehrenhald, to talk about opportunities at ACTV 5. Mr. Jerry Yelvington to discuss giving support to ACTV. 6. Ms. Karen Hadden, to discuss city policies. 7. 8. Ms. Mary Roe Aleshire, to discuss issues concerning Austin. Mr. Roger Baker, to discuss matters arising. 9. 10. Mr. Ted Kircher, to discuss telecommuting in the Austin area. Mr. Frank Parker, to discuss the Renaissance Market. Absent ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS 11. 12. 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) Substitute motion by Councilmember Nofziger to authorize $235K and for Parcel 58A, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's second 4-3 vote, Mayor Todd, Councilmembers Mitchell and Reynolds voting "NO". Direct the City Manager to develop a plan for improving the lane capacity conditions for vehicle, 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) Substitute motion by Councilmember Nofziger to delete the wording, "improving the lane capacity condition for vehicles", Councilmember Shea's second, 3-4 vote, Mayor Todd, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia, Councilmembers Mitchell and Reynolds voting "NO". Motion to approve on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Mitchell's second, 4-3 vote, Councilmembers Goodman, Nofziger and Shea voting "NO". ORDINANCES 13. 14. 15. 16. Approve third reading of an ordinance granting a franchise agreement between the City of Austin and GST Lightwave, Inc., to provide telecommunication services. (Unanticipated revenue for 1995-96 is $8,750.) (Recommended by Telecommunications Commission) Ordinance No. 960516-A approved on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Goodman's second, 6-0 vote, Councilmember Mitchell off the dais. Approve second/third readings of ordinance 950911-A, the 1995-96 operating budget, by transferring approximately $25,000 from the General Fund Contingency Reserve, and increasing the appropriation by the same amount to the Public Works and Transportation Department to fund a pedestrian coordinator, and authorize one additional full-time equivalent. (Councilmembers Max Nofziger and Brigid Shea) Motion by Councilmember Nofziger to allow speakers comments on this item, Councilmember Shea's second, 4-0-2 vote, Mayor Todd and Councilmember Reynolds abstaining, Councilmember Mitchell off the dais. Motion to approve second reading only on, Councilmember Nofziger's motion, Councilmember Shea's second, 4-3 vote, Mayor Todd, Councilmembers Mitchell and Reynolds voting "NO". Approve second/third readings of ordinance 950911-A, the 1995-96 operating budget, by transferring approximately $15,000 from the General Fund Contingency Reserve, and increasing the appropriation by the same amount to the Planning, Environmental and Conservation Services Department to fund the bicycle transit link program. (Councilmembers Max Nofziger and Brigid Shea) Approved second reading only on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Goodman's second, 4-3 vote, Mayor Todd, Councilmembers Mitchell and Reynolds voting "NO". Approve second/third readings of ordinance 950911-A, the 1995-96 operating budget, by transferring approximately $30,000 from the General Fund Contingency Reserve, and increasing the appropriation by the same amount to the Solid Waste Services Fund to fund the reformulated products program, and authorize one additional full time equivalent. (Councilmembers Max Nofziger and Brigid Shea) Approved second reading only on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Goodman's second, 4-3 vote, Mayor Todd, Councilmembers Mitchell and Reynolds voting "NO". 17. Approve second/third readings of ordinance 950911-A, the 1995-96 operating budget, by transferring approximately $24,000 from the General Fund Contingency Reserve, and increasing the appropriation by the same amount of the Drainage Utility to fund an Edwards Aquifer library. (Councilmembers Max Nofziger and Brigid Shea) Approved second reading only on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Goodman's second, 4-3 vote, Mayor Todd, Councilmembers Mitchell and Reynolds voting "NO". 18. 19. Approve second reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 13-2 of the Austin City Code rezoning property locally known as 1701-1709 Lavaca Street and 200-216 West 17th Street, Case No. C14-96-0009, from "CS", General Commercial Services and "DMU", Downtown Mixed Use Combining District to "CBD-CO", Central Business District-Conditional Overlay zoning for the western most 120 feet of the site, limited to 265 feet in height; and DMU, Downtown Mixed Use for the remaining 120 feet; subject to the following: (1) a gross F.A.R. (floor to area ratio) at 6.5; (2) retail on first floor not to be isolated by curb cuts or parking; (3) 80 percent of Lavaca facade to be occupied uses; and (4) a level of development intensity that generates less than 2,000 vehicle trips per day; NECHES/6TH STREET L.C. (Mike Voticky), by Crocker Consultants (Sarah Crocker). First reading on April 25, 1996; Vote 5-0; Reynolds absent and Nofziger off the dais. Note: The applicant has amended their request to DMU-CURE, with all the same conditions approved by City Council on 1st reading. If DMU-CURE is approved, the F.A.R. limit of 6.5 should be included with the other conditions listed above as part of the motion. Approved DMU-CURE, second reading only on, Councilmember Nofziger's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's second, 7-0 vote. Approve second reading of an ordinance granting a franchise to Time Warner Entertainment Company, L.P. (Austin Cablevision) to provide cable services. (Franchise Fee Revenue 1996-97 $2,6 million) Postponed to May 23, 1996 20. 21. 22. 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 item 21) Ordinance No. 960516-B approved 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 from the Hospital Fund) (Related to item 20) Ordinance No. 960516-C approved Amend Ordinance 950911-B, the 1995-96 Capital budget of the Parks and Recreation Department, appropriating $200,000 in grant funds for the Pease Park Renovations project. (Funding in the amount of $200,000 is available from the Moody Foundation. The City match in the amount of $109, 103 is available in the 1993-94 Capital budget of the Parks and Recreation Department.) (Recommended by Planning Commission) (To be reviewed by 23. 24. 25. Parks Board May 14, 1996) (Recommended by Parks Board) Ordinance No. 960516-D approved Items 20 through 22 approved on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Goodman's second, 7-0 vote. Amend ordinance 950911-A, the 1995-96 Operating budget by adding an appropriation to the Austin Fair Campaign Fund in the amount of $21,662.30 to distribute the contents to the Austin Fair Campaign Finance Fund as provided by the Austin Fair Fair Campaign Ordinance. (Funding is available in the Austin Fair Campaign Fund) (Related to Item 56) Postponed to May 23, 1996 Authorize acceptance of $56,564.11 annual membership dues for funding of Mayors United on Safety, Crime and Law Enforcement (MUSCLE); amend Ordinance 950911-A, the 1995-96 operating budget, amending the Management Services special revenue fund, increasing appropriations by $56,465.11 and authorizing one full-time (FTE) position. (Related to Item 27) Ordinance No. 960516-E approved Authorize acceptance of $100,000 in funding from Travis County for the Summer Youth Employment Program; amend ordinance 950911-A, the 1995-96 Operating budget, amending the Special revenue Fund by appropriating $100,000 for the Health and Human Service Department Special Revenue Fund for the Summer Youth Employment Program. (Funding is available from Travis County) (Related to 26) Ordinance No. 960516-F approved RESOLUTIONS 26. 27. Approve and Interlocal Agreement with Travis County for the City's participation in the Summer Youth Employment Program for 5 month period, from May 1, 1996 to September 30, 1996, in an amount up to $100,000. (Funding is available from Travis County) (Related to 25) Approved Approve renewal of an Interlocal Agreement among Arlington, Austin, Corpus Christi, Dallas, El Paso, Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio for Mayors United on Safety, Crime and Law Enforcement (MUSCLE). This Interlocal is for a period of two years, January 1, 1996 through December 31, 1997. ($56,465.11 in total annual membership dues, including $4,761.95 per year from the City of Austin. Membership dues for 1996 included in current budget of Management Services Department.) (Related to Item 24) Approved 28. Approve Amendment 1 to the Human Services Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Travis County regarding establishment of the Community Action Network (CAN) Coordinator position and the functions of this position. (Funding in the amount of $27,500 for the remainder of 1995-96 will be paid by Travis County. Full year funding is estimated at $53,092.) 29. Approved Approve a license agreement for ACC/McCaw Cellular of Fresno for the placement of a cellular phone antenna and related equipment at Palmer Auditorium. (Unanticipated revenue for Austin Convention Center Department for 1995-96 is $3,500.) (Recommended by Telecommunications Commission) Approved 30. Approve a construction contract with EDWARD R. COLEMAN CONSTRUCTION, Round Rock, Texas, for interior renovation of Police Academy Training Building located at 4800 Shaw Lane, in the amount of $217,900. (Funding in the amount of $200,265 was included in the 1995-96 Capital budget of the Finance and Administrative Services Department; $13,000 was included in the 1991-92 Capital budget of the Environmental and Conservation Services Department; and $4,635 was included in the 1994-95 Capital budget of the Environmental and Conservation Services Department.) Low bid of two. 27.76% MBE, 0% WBE Subcontractor participation. Approved 31. Approve a construction contract with CROUCH ELECTRIC, INC., Austin, Texas, for the South Austin Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant Miscellaneous Improvements project, in the amount of $2,497,000. (Funding was included in the 1995-96 Capital budget of the Water and Wastewater Utility.) Low bid of three. 21.69% MBE, 1.31% WBE Subcontractor participation. (Recommended by Water and Wastewater Commission) Approved 32. Approve Change Order #11 to SHASTA INDUSTRIES, INCORPORATED, Phoenix, Arizona, for two dry wells for drinking fountains and two latching mechanisms for entry gates, as part of the Dick Nichols Park Pool and Bathhouse project, in the amount of $2,319.00, for a total contract amount of $1,547,970.63. (Funding was included in the 1994-95 Capital budget of the Parks and Recreation Department.) No M/WBE subcontracting opportunities were identified. (Recommended by Planning Commission) Approved 33. 34. Approve a construction contract with LTI Enterprises, Inc., Austin, Texas, for construction of McBeth Recreation Center - Accessibility Improvements Projects, in the amount of $39,711. (Funding was included in the 1994-95 Amended Capital budget of the Parks and Recreation Department.) Low bid of eight. 28.46% MBE, 25.10% WBE Subcontractor participation. Approved Authorize negotiation and execution of Interlocal Agreements for Mutual Aid in Fire Protection for a term of five years with each of the following Fire Departments; Travis County Emergency Services District Number 4; Travis County Emergency Services District Number 6 and the Hudson Bend Volunteer Fire Department; and Travis County Emergency Services District Number 9. (No fiscal impact.) Approved 35. Approve the execution of an amendment to the contract with CONTROL SOFTWARE, Wayne, Pennsylvania, for renewal of software license and maintenance, in an amount not to exceed $54,204 with two twelve month extension options in an amount not to exceed $53,724 per extension option, for a total contract amount not to exceed $1,061,652. (Funding in the amount of $22,585 is available in the 1995-96 operating budget of the Fleet Division. Funding for the final seven months and the extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.) No M/WBE Subcontracting opportunities were identified. Approved 36. Approve execution of a contract amendment with the HOBBS GROUP, INC., The Woodlands, Texas, for a boiler and machinery insurance premium increase, in the amount of $83,000, for a total amount of $537,000. (Funding is available in the 1995-96 operating budgets for various departments.) No M/WBE Subcontracting opportunities were identified. Approved 37. Approve execution of a contract amendment with the HOBBS GROUP, INC., The Woodlands, Texas, for a property insurance premium increase, in the amount of $98,000, for a total amount of $1,479,000. (Funding is available in the 1995-96 operating budgets for various departments.) No M/WBE Subcontracting opportunities were identified Approved Items 24 through 37 approved on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Goodman's second, 7-0 vote. 38. Approve execution of a contract with ALAMO FORD NEW HOLLAND, INC., (MBE/MA), San Antonio, Texas, for the purchase of six low center of gravity (LCG) diesel tractors, in an amount not to exceed $80,168. (Funding in the amount of $66,840 is available in the 1995-96 operating budget of the Vehicle Acquisition Fund. $13,328 is available in the 1995-96 operating budget of the Golf Enterprise Fund.) Low bid of six. No M/WBE Subcontracting opportunities were identified. Postponed to May 23, 1996 39. Approve execution of a contract with AUSTIN FITNESS EQUIPMENT, Austin, Texas, for the purchase of exercise equipment for the Austin Fire Department, in an amount not to exceed $89,082.73. (Funding is available in the 1995-96 operating budget of the Austin Fire Department.) Low bid of six meeting specifications. No MWBE Subcontracting opportunities were identified. 40. Approved Approve execution of a contract with MACAULY CONTROLS, CO., Houston, Texas, for the purchase of fourteen area velocity flow meters for the Water and Wastewater Utility, in an amount not to exceed $47,940. (Funding is available in the 1995-96 operating budget of the 41. 42. Water and Wastewater Utility.) Low bid of two. No M/WBE Subcontracting opportunities were identified. (Recommended by Water and Wastewater Commission) Approved Items 39 and 40 approved on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Goodman's second, 7-0 vote. Approve execution of a contract with PLANK COMPANY, Austin, Texas, for the purchase of a constant tension hydraulic winch used in the maintenance and repair of utility lines, in the amount of $92,750. (Funding is available in the 1995-96 operating budget of the Water and Wastewater Utility.) Sole bid. No M/WBE Subcontracting opportunities were identified. Postponed indefinitely Confirm the reappointment of Judith G. Loredo, Ph.D., to the Civil Service Commission. (No fiscal impact.) Approved on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Goodman's second, 7-0 vote. ITEMS FROM COUNCIL 43. Direct the City Manager to evaluate the feasibility of the development of a Texas Music Resource Center/Texas Music Museum project. (Councilmember Max Nofziger, Mayor Pro Tem Gus Garcia and Councilmember Jackie Goodman) (Related to 44) Motion to approve items 43 and 44 on Councilmember Nofziger's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's second. Motion to sever items 43 and 44 on Councilmember Reynolds motion. Approved Councilmember Nofziger's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's second, 6-1 vote Councilmember Mitchell voting "NO". 44. Amend ordinance 950911-A, the 1995-96 operating budget, by adding an appropriation to the Leveraged Loan Pool Fund in the amount of $65,000 to the Texas Music Resource Center/ Texas Music Museum Project. (Councilmember Max Nofziger, Mayor Pro Tem Gus Garcia and Councilmember Jackie Goodman) (Related to 43) Ordinance No. 960516-H approved on Councilmember Nofziger's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's second, 5-2 vote, Councilmembers Mitchell and Reynolds voting "NO". 45. Amend Ordinance 950911-A, the operating budget, by transferring $41,173 from the General Fund Contingency Reserve to increase the appropriation of the Health and Human Services Department by the same amount to fund services for children infected with the HIV virus. (Recommended by Community Action Network) (Councilmember Jackie Goodman, and Councilmember Brigid Shea) (Related to item 46) Ordinance No. 960516-G approved 46. Approve negotiation of a contract for services for children affected or infected with the HIV virus, in an amount not to exceed $41,173. (Recommended by Community Action Network) (Councilmember Jackie Goodman, and Councilmember Brigid Shea) (Related to item 45) Approved Items 45 and 46 approved on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Goodman's second, 7-0 vote. 47. Amend Ordinance No. 950911-A, the 1995-96 Operating budget, of the Airport Capital Fund, by increasing the transfers to the CIP by $170,000. Amend Ordinance 950911-B, the 1995-96 Capital budget of the Airport by increasing appropriations for Arts in Public Places for the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport by $170,000. (Councilmember Max Nofziger, Mayor Pro Tem Gus Garcia, Councilmember Jackie Goodman.) Substitute motion by Councilmember Reynolds to postpone, Councilmember Mitchell's second, 3-4 vote, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia, Councilmembers Goodman, Nofziger and Shea voting "NO". 48. Motion fails. Approved second reading only on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Nofziger's second, 4-3 vote, Mayor Todd, Councilmembers Mitchell and Reynolds voting "NO". Approve a resolution to adopt a minimum megawatt savings goal for the city's energy conservation programs of 28 megawatts per year. (Recommended by the Resource Commission) (Councilmembers Max Nofziger and Brigid Shea) Friendly amendment by Councilmember Goodman to change the number to 32 megawatts on, Councilmember Nofziger's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's second, 4-3 vote, Mayor Todd, Councilmembers Mitchell and Reynolds voting "NO". 4:00 Ρ.Μ. - ZONING HEARINGS AND APPROVAL OF ORDINANCES 49. 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 with the following provisions of a conditional overlay: 1) A north/south collector stub-out at the McAdams/Mueke property line; in the event that the staff recommended collector is not permitted by either the Texas Department of Transportation or the City of Austin, a local street stub-out will be provided at the McAdams/Mueke property line. (These conditions represent the minimal acceptable property connections between the subject property and the adjacent property to the north. The applicant is encouraged to work with the property owners to create a denser network). Note: these last statements in brackets would not be part of the conditional overlay. 2) An additional street stub-out be provided at a point midway between that property line and the proposed alignment of Heatherwilde Boulevard with the exact alignment to be subject to City of Austin approval; 3) The conditional overlay applies to single family development only (applicable to conditions 1 and 2); and all tracts will be subject to the recommendations included in the Transportation Impact Analysis (TIA) Memorandum dated March 19, 1996. Approved first reading only on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Reynolds' second, 4-0 vote, Councilmembers Goodman, Mitchell and Nofziger off the dais. 50. 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, Community Commercial 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 (unless approved by the Riverplace Homeowners Association and a traffic signal at F.M. 2222 and Business Park Drive is not installed); and (3) 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. Postponed to May 23, 1996 PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVAL OF ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS 51. 4:30 P.M. - Public hearing concerning a street name change from Peyton Gin Road to Payton Gin Road. (Councilmember Ronney Reynolds) Motion to close public hearing on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Shea's second, 6-0 vote, Councilmember Mitchell off the dais. 52. 5:00 P.M. - Public hearing to approve approximately 4,350 SF (0.09 acre) permanent License Agreement to allow the construction of an 18" diameter stormwater line through dedicated parkland known as Walnut Creek Greenbelt in accordance with Section 26.001 et seq. of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code. (To be reviewed by Parks Board May 14, 1996) Motion to close public hearing and approve on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Goodman's second, 6-0 vote, Councilmember Mitchell off the dais. 53. 5:30 P.M. - Public hearing regarding amendments to the Land Development Code to provide for successor departments to Planning and Development, and Environmental and Conservation Services; to establish an environmental review division; and to create an environmental officer. (Councilmember Max Nofziger) (Recommended by Parks Board). Postponed to May 23, 1996 at 4:30 p.m. ACTION ON THE FOLLOWING 54. Approve approximately 4,350 SF (0.09 acre) permanent License Agreement to allow the construction of an 18" diameter stormwater line through dedicated parkland known as Walnut Creek Greenbelt in accordance with Section 26.001 et. seq. of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code. EXECUTIVE SESSION (No Public Discussion on These Items) Executive session held on the morning of this date. Executive session held at 6:00 p.m. to 7:25 p.m. on items 57 and 58. 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. Personnel Matters - Section 551.074 55. Discuss the selection and benefit and compensation package of the Part-time Municipal Court Judges. Advice of Counsel - Section 551,071 56. Discuss legal requirements and issues concerning Chapter 2-9 of the Austin City Code. Related to Item 23. 57. Discuss legal issues associated with Personnel policies. Pending Litigation - Section 551.071 58. Discuss Jimmy Thompson, et al. v. The City of Austin, Cause No. 93-11980 in the District Court of Travis County. 59. Discuss Save Our Springs Legal Defense Fund and Save Barton Creek Association v. City of Austin et al., CA 92-16982, 201st District Court of Travis County, Texas. 60. Discuss Barton Springs Edwards Aquifer Conservation District v. City of Austin, CA 96-018521, 98th District Court of Travis County. 61. Discuss City of Austin, Save Our Springs Legal Defense Fund, Inc., Al St. Louis v. Jerry Quik et al., Cause No. 03-95-00164-CV, in the 3rd District Court of Appeal, Austin Texas. ACTION ON THE FOLLOWING 62. Approve appointment of Part-time Municipal Court Judges. 63. Approved with Beverly Landers, Kent Anschutz and John Vasquez as part-time Municipal Court Judges, on Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Goodman's second, 7-0 vote. Approve benefit and compensation package of Part-time Municipal Court Judges. Approve with same benefits and compensation packages as other judges in the same position on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Goodman's second, 7-0 vote. 64. 65. 66. 67. Consider any required final action, vote, or decision necessary concerning Save Our Springs Legal Fund and Save Barton Creek Association v. City of Austin, CA 92-16982, 201st District Court of Travis County, Texas. No action taken Consider any action required final action, vote, or decision necessary concerning Barton Springs Edwards Aquifer Conservation District v. City of Austin, CA 96-018521, 98th District Court of Travis County, Texas. No action taken Consider any required final action, vote or decision necessary concerning Jimmy Thompson et al. v. The City of Austin, Cause No. 93-11980 in the District Court of Travis County Approved in the amount of $190,000 on, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Reynolds' second 6-0-1 vote, Councilmember Mitchell abstaining. APPOINTMENTS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER TASK FORCE - RODNEY GARZA, SYLVIA OROZCO, DELIA PEREZ-MEYER, THOMAS SALAS, ROEN SALINAS ADDENDUM May 16, 1996 Corrected posting: 46. Approve negotiation and execution of an amendment to the Human Services Interlocal with Travis County for services for children affected or infected with the HIV virus. (Councilmember Jackie Goodman, Mayor Pro Tem Gus Garcia, and Councilmember Brigid Shea) 57. Discuss laws and policies affecting employees of the City of Austin. No action taken. Additional items: CAPCO - No action taken. EXECUTIVE SESSION (No Public Discussion on These Items) 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. 68. Staff Briefing - Section 551.075 Staff briefing on the renewal of the cable franchise to time Warner Entertainment. (No Council deliberation permitted under Section 551.075) NOTE: The above items will be considered under their respective category, but follow the last number on the Austin, Texas, City Council Agenda for May 16, 1994. ADJOURNED at 8:30 p.m. on, Councilmember Shea's motion, Councilmember Goodman's second, 7-0 vote. Approved on this the 6th day of June, 1996, on Mayor Pro Tem Garcia's motion, Councilmember Shea's second, 5-0 vote, Councilmember Reynolds temporarily absent, Councilmember Goodman absent.