Regular Meeting of the Austin City Council
November 16, 2006
Meeting Agenda
Agenda, 984kb
Changes to the Meeting Agenda
Agenda Changes and Corrections Part 1 of 2, 96kb
Agenda Changes and Corrections Part 2 of 2, 82kb
Agenda Addendum, 41kb
Approved Meeting Minutes
The minutes for the Regular Meeting of November 16, 2006 were approved on the 30th day of November, 2006 on Council Member Leffingwell's motion, Council Member Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote.
Minutes, 1.4mb
Closed Caption Transcript
Transcript, 403kb
Agenda Items - November 16, 2006
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Item 1 - November 16, 2006
Approval of the minutes of the Austin City Council from the Special Called Meeting of October 30, 2006 and the regularly scheduled meeting of November 2, 2006.
The minutes from the special called meeting of October 30, 2006 and the regularly scheduled meeting of November 2, 2006 were approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-001, Agenda Backup, PDF, 22kb
Item 2 - November 16, 2006
Approve the issuance of a Letter of Intent for a rebate in the amount of $100,000 to 90 RAINEY STREET, Austin, TX, for the installation of a solar photovoltaic system at their facility located at 90 Rainey Street. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Operating Budget of Austin Energy in the Conservation Rebates and Incentives Fund. Recommended by the Resource Management Commission.
The motion authorizing the issuance of a letter of intent for a rebate was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-002, Agenda Backup, PDF, 74kb
Item 3 - November 16, 2006
Approve the issuance of a Letter of Intent for a rebate in the amount of $100,000 to FOUNDATION COMMUNITIES, SKYLINE TERRACE HOUSING, Austin, TX, for the installation of a solar photovoltaic system at their facility located at 1212 Sprinkle Road. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Operating Budget of Austin Energy in the Conservation Rebates and Incentives Fund. Recommended by the Resource Management Commission.
The motion authorizing the issuance of a letter of intent for a rebate was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-003, Agenda Backup, PDF, 73kb
Item 4 - November 16, 2006
Approve Service Extension Request for water service not to exceed a peak hour flow of 33 gallons per minute (gpm) for 16 existing single-family homes located within the Drinking Water Protection Zone in the City's limited-purpose jurisdiction along Antler Lane. There is no unanticipated fiscal impact. To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission on November 15, 2006. Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission.
The motion authorizing the service extension request for water service was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-004, Agenda Backup, PDF, 61kb
20061116-004, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 27kb
20061116-004, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 96kb
Item 5 - November 16, 2006
Approve an ordinance waiving $38,000 in Engineering Review and Inspection Fee for North Austin Municipal Utility District No. 1's ("North Austin MUD No. 1") construction of the in-line booster station water project. No City expenditures are required by this action. North Austin MUD No. 1 will construct the necessary water infrastructure. To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission on November 15, 2006. Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission.
Ordinance No. 20061116-005 was approved.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20061116-005, PDF, 22kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-005, Agenda Backup, PDF, 73kb
20061116-005, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 22kb
Item 6 - November 16, 2006
Approve a resolution canvassing the results of the November 7, 2006 Special Municipal Election.
Resolution No. 20061116-006 was approved on Council Member Leffingwell's motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote. This was approved right after the Consent Agenda..
Executed Resolution
20061116-006, Resolution (English), PDF, 39kb
20061116-006, Resolution (Spanish), PDF, 38kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-006, Agenda Backup, PDF, 78kb
Item 7 - November 16, 2006
Authorize the negotiation and execution of separate Interlocal Agreements between the City of Austin (City) and the Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG) related to the City's required maintenance of the CAPCOG enhanced 9-1-1 emergency telephone system database and CAPCOG Public Service Answering Points (PSAP). The first agreement provides $340,697 to the City for required maintenance of the CAPCOG 9-1-1 database on a county-wide basis. The second agreement provides $4,500 to the City to maintain the CAPCOG PSAP, upgrade equipment, and train personnel to participate in the enhanced 9-1-1 emergency telephone system in the CAPCOG region. Funding for the CAPCOG Database Agreement in the amount of $340,697 is available in the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Operating Budget of Communications and Technology Management. Funding for the CAPCOG PSAP Agreement in the amount of $4,500 ($1,500 for each participating department) is in the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Operating Budgets of the Austin Police Department, Austin Fire Department and Austin Emergency Medical Services Department.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of separate interlocal agreements was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-007, Agenda Backup, PDF, 54kb
Item 8 - November 16, 2006
Approve a resolution adopting the East 6th Street Public Improvement District (PID) Service Plan and Budget for 2007. The Pecan Street Owners Association (PSOA) submitted a 2007 budget for the PID in the amount of $132,588. This budget will be funded from a total projected revenue of $136,588. This amount includes $41,214 in 2007 assessments (at a 90% collection rate), ($432) in collections from 2006, $2,306 interest accrued in the PID Account and late payments; $50,000 in donations to be raised by the PSOA; and a $43,500 annual contribution from the City of Austin. Appropriation of the $101,533 in the Economic Growth and Redevelopment Services Department Special Revenue Fund will require City Council authorization, and possible adjustment, after the assessment roll hearing on November 30, 2006. $4,000 of the total amount will be retained as a reserve fund to cover revenue adjustments to the assessment roll. (Related to item #9)
Resolution No. 20061116-008 was approved.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20061116-008, PDF, 107kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-008, Agenda Backup, PDF, 185kb
Item 9 - November 16, 2006
Approve an ordinance setting the assessment rate and proposed 2007 assessment roll for the East 6th Street Public Improvement District (PID). The 2007 assessment rate of $0.10/$100 valuation is estimated to produce $41,214 at a 90% collection rate. (Related to item #8)
Ordinance No. 20061116-009 was approved.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20061116-009, PDF, 264kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-009, Agenda Backup, PDF, 352kb
Item 10 - November 16, 2006
Approve a resolution adopting the Austin Downtown Public Improvement District (PID) Service Plan and Budget for 2007-2008. The Downtown Austin Alliance submitted a 2007-2008 budget for the PID in the amount of $2,023,061. This budget will be funded from a total of $2,123,061. This amount includes $1,868,116 in 2007 assessments (at a 96% collection rate), $42,915 in collections from 2006; $62,030 interest accrued in the PID Account and late payments; and a $150,000 annual contribution from the City of Austin ($75,000 Austin Convention Center Fund, and $75,000 in the Water & Wastewater Utility fund). Appropriation of the $2,123,061 in the Economic Growth and Redevelopment Services Department Special Revenue Fund will require City Council authorization, and possible adjustment, after the assessment roll hearing on November 30, 2006. $100,000 of the total amount will be retained as a reserve fund to cover revenue adjustments to the assessment roll. (Related to item #11)
Resolution No. 20061116-010 was approved.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20061116-010, PDF, 274kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-010, Agenda Backup, PDF, 344kb
Item 11 - November 16, 2006
Approve an ordinance setting the assessment rate and proposed 2007 assessment roll for the Austin Downtown Public Improvement District (PID). The 2007 assessment rate of $0.10/$100 valuation is estimated to produce $1,868,116 at a 96% collection rate. (Related to item # 10)
Ordinance No. 20061116-011 was approved.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20061116-011, PDF, 838kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-011, Agenda Backup, PDF, 939kb
Item 12 - November 16, 2006
Approve an ordinance authorizing acceptance of $1,449,044 in grant funds from the TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF STATE HEALTH SERVICES (DSHS), PUBLIC HEALTH PREPAREDNESS SECTION, Austin, TX; amending the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Health and Human Services Department Operating Budget Special Revenue Fund of Ordinance No. 20060911-001 to appropriate $1,449,044 between the Public Health Preparedness (PHP) Program Base Funding grant and the Public Health Preparedness Pandemic Influenza grant; and extending the grant period through August 31, 2007. These additional grant funds bring the total grant amount to $2,775,044. Funding is available from the Texas Department of State Health Services, Public Health Preparedness Section. The grant period is September 1, 2005 through August 31, 2007. No City match is required.
Ordinance No. 20061116-012 was approved.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20061116-012, PDF, 28kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-012, Agenda Backup, PDF, 170kb
Item 13 - November 16, 2006
Approve a resolution confirming the appointment of Janis Guerrero Thompson, Ph.D. to the Firefighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission.
This item was postponed to November 30, 2006.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-013, Agenda Backup, PDF, 214kb
Item 14 - November 16, 2006
Approve a resolution confirming the appointment of Stephen C. Edmonds to the Firefighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission.
This item was postponed to November 30, 2006.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-014, Agenda Backup, PDF, 108kb
Item 15 - November 16, 2006
Approve an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 20061005-052 to correctly reflect Council action establishing the Highland Mall Transit Oriented District and South IH-35 Park and Ride Transit Oriented District by repealing Part 2 and Part 3.
Ordinance No. 20061116-015 was approved.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20061116-015, PDF, 24kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-015, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 36kb
20061116-015, Agenda Backup, PDF, 87kb
Item 16 - November 16, 2006
Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to the legal services agreement with Brown McCarroll, L.L.P., Austin, TX, for legal representation, advice, and counsel concerning securing Austin's long-term water supply, including regulatory matters involving the Colorado River and the Lower Colorado River Authority (primarily permit applications before the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality), and contractual matters relating to raw water supply, in an amount not to exceed $265,000, for a total contract amount not to exceed $1,575,000. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Operating Budget of the Austin Water Utility.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of an amendment to the legal services agreement was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-016, Agenda Backup, PDF, 59kb
Item 17 - November 16, 2006
Authorize negotiation and execution of a 12-month lease renewal of 8,000 square feet of office and warehouse space located at 4122 Todd Lane, from MINA PARVEN, Austin, TX, for the Health and Human Services Department Vector Control Program, in an amount not to exceed $62,400. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Operating Budget of the Health and Human Services Department. Funding for the remaining contract period is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of a lease renewal was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-017, Agenda Backup, PDF, 83kb
Item 18 - November 16, 2006
Authorize negotiation and execution of a 60-month lease renewal of approximately 2,100 square feet of health clinic space located at 5405 S. Pleasant Valley Road, Suite C, from PLEASANT VALLEY PLAZA, LLC, Austin, TX, for the Health and Human Services Department, in an amount not to exceed $201,600. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Operating Budget of the Health and Human Services Department. Funding for the remaining contract period is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of a lease renewal was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-018, Agenda Backup, PDF, 86kb
Item 19 - November 16, 2006
Authorize execution of Change Order #2 to the construction contract with OSCAR RENDA CONTRACTING, INC., Roanake, TX, for the Austin Clean Water Program: Downtown/White Horse Trail Wastewater Improvements Project Phase I, in the amount of $236,215, for a total contract amount not to exceed $3,901,565. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Capital Budget of the Austin Water Utility. 3.42% MBE and 6.56% WBE subcontractor participation to date including this change order. To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission on November 15, 2006. Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission.
The motion authorizing the execution of change order number 2 to the construction contract was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-019, Agenda Backup, PDF, 198kb
20061116-019, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 26kb
Item 20 - November 16, 2006
Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to the professional services agreement with DMJM H and N, Los Angeles, CA, for engineering and related services for the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (ABIA) Security System Upgrade Project, to provide reconfiguration of the dispatch center, additional security measures for the baggage handling system, a blast analysis for the baggage screening rooms, and construction phase services in the amount of $296,859, for a total contract amount not to exceed $900,000. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Capital Budget of the Department of Aviation. 16.72% DBE subconsultant participation to date. Recommended by the Austin Airport Advisory Commission.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of an amendment to the professional services agreement was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-020, Agenda Backup, PDF, 173kb
20061116-020, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 24kb
Item 21 - November 16, 2006
Authorize negotiation and execution of professional services agreements with the following eight firms: THE LAWRENCE GROUP, Austin, TX; WHITE DOLCE and BARR ARCHITECTS, Austin, TX; LAURIE SMITH DESIGN ASSOCIATES (WBE/FR) + MORTON ARCHITECTURE JOINT VENTURE, Austin, TX; ELLIOTT and HAMILL ARCHITECTS, INC., Austin, TX; MARTINEZ WRIGHT and MENDEZ, INC. (MBE/MH), Austin, TX; HATCH PARTNERSHIP ARCHITECTS, Austin, TX; ARCHITECTURE + PLUS (WBE/FR) and; LIMBACHER and GODFREY ARCHITECTS (WBE/FR), Austin, TX; for architectural services projects for a period of two years or until financial authorization is expended, with a total of the eight agreements in an amount not to exceed $4,000,000. An estimated $600,000 per firm will be assigned to the top four ranking firms and $400,000 for each of the remaining four ranking firms. Funding is available in the Capital Budgets and/or Operating Budgets of the Public Works Department and various other departments requiring services. Best eight qualification statements of 25 statements received. 16.50% MBE and 14.2% WBE subconsultant participation.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of professional services agreement was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-021, Agenda Backup, PDF, 249kb
20061116-021, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 97kb
Item 22 - November 16, 2006
Authorize negotiation and execution of a professional services agreement with each of the following four firms: CAMP DRESSER and MCKEE, INC., Austin, TX; HDR ENGINEERING, INC., Austin, TX; ROBINSON, STAFFORD and RUDE, INC.(RSR), Olympia, WA; H.R. GRAY, Austin, TX, for architectural and engineering services for the Value Engineering Rotation List 2006-2008 for a period of approximately two years or until financial authorization is expended, each agreement in an amount not to exceed $1,000,000, with a total amount of the four agreements not to exceed $1,000,000. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Operating Budget of the Public Works Department. Best qualification statement of 11 statements received. This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9B of the City Code (Minority-Owned and Woman-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). No subcontracting opportunities were identified; therefore, no goals were established for this solicitation.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of a professional services agreement was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-022, Agenda Backup, PDF, 149kb
20061116-022, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 17kb
Item 23 - November 16, 2006
Approve an ordinance amending Section 12-4-24 of the City Code to establish a maximum speed limit of 25 miles per hour on residential streets within Gracywoods Neighborhood bounded by Lincolnshire Drive to the north, Braker Lane to the south, Lamar Boulevard to the east, and Metric Boulevard to the west. Funding in the amount of $9,460 is available in the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Operating Budget of the Public Works Department for the installation of necessary signs.
Ordinance No. 20061116-023 was approved.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20061116-023, PDF, 123kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-023, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 36kb
20061116-023, Agenda Backup, PDF, 327kb
Item 24 - November 16, 2006
Approve an ordinance amending Section 12-4-24 of the City Code to establish a maximum speed limit of 25 miles per hour on residential streets within the Allandale Neighborhood area, bounded by Anderson Lane to the north, Burnet Road to the east, RM 2222 (Koenig Lane) to the south, and Loop 1 (MoPac Expressway) to the west. Funding in the amount of $5,170 is available in the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Operating Budget of the Public Works Department for the installation of necessary signs.
Ordinance No. 20061116-024 was approved.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20061116-024, PDF, 108kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-024, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 36kb
20061116-024, Agenda Backup, PDF, 280kb
Item 25 - November 16, 2006
Authorize award and execution of a 48-month requirements supply contract with RIO TINTO ENERGY AMERICA INC., Gillette, Wyoming, for the purchase of coal for the Fayette Power Project in an amount not to exceed $30,000,000. Funding will be provided through the Electric Utility Fuel Charge Revenue. Funding for future years is contingent on approval of future budgets. Best evaluated proposal by Lower Colorado River Authority. This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9D of the City Code (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). No subcontracting opportunities were identified; therefore, no goals were established for this solicitation.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of a requirements supply contract was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-025, Agenda Backup, PDF, 50kb
Item 26 - November 16, 2006
Authorize award and execution of a 24-month requirements supply contract with ACT PIPE & SUPPLY, Pflugerville, TX for pipe adapters of various types and sizes for the Austin Water Utility in an estimated amount not to exceed $172,113.98, with two 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $86,056.99 per extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $344,227.96. Funding in the amount of $64,542.74 is available in the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Operating Budget of the Austin Water Utility. Funding for the remaining 15 months of the original contract period and extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Lowest bid meeting specifications of three bids received. This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9D of the City Code (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). No subcontracting opportunities were identified; therefore no goals were established for this solicitation.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of a requirements supply contract was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-026, Agenda Backup, PDF, 61kb
20061116-026, Contract Cover Sheet, ACT PIPE & SUPPLY, PDF, 15kb
Item 27 - November 16, 2006
Authorize award and execution of four 36-month service requirements contracts with AMAZING SCAPES, Austin, TX., PIMPTON'S LANDSCAPING, INC. (MBE/MB), Austin, TX, RED & WHITE GREENERY, INC., Georgetown, TX, and WILLIAMSON LAND DEVELOPMENT (MBE/MB), Cedar Park, TX, for grounds maintenance mowing service, in amounts not exceed $257,815.05, $191,464.80, $153,604.56, and 104,496 respectively, with three 12-month extension options in estimated amounts not to exceed $85,938.35, $63,821.60, $51,201.52, and $34,832 respectively per extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $515,630.10, $382,929.60, $307,209.12, and $208,992 respectively. Funding in the amount of $216,145 is available in the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Operating Budget of the Parks and Recreation Department. Funding for the remaining 25 months of the original contract period and extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Lowest bids of seven bids received. This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9C of the City Code (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). No Subcontracting opportunities were identified; therefore, no goals were established for this solicitation.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of four service requirements contracts was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-027, Agenda Backup, PDF, 76kb
Item 28 - November 16, 2006
Authorize award and execution of a 24-month requirements service contract with ACE FIRE Equipment Co., Inc. Austin, Texas for inspection and repair services for the fire alarm and suppression systems at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, in an estimated amount not to exceed $477,777.76, with two 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $238,888.88 per extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $955,555.52. Funding in the amount of $218,981.51 is available in the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Operating Budget of the Aviation Department Fund. Funding for the remaining 13 months of the original contract period and extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Lowest bid of three bids received. This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9C of the City Code (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). No Subcontracting opportunities were identified; therefore, no goals were established for this solicitation. Recommended by the Austin Airport Advisory Commission.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of a requirements service contract was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-028, Agenda Backup, PDF, 63kb
20061116-028, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 23kb
Item 29 - November 16, 2006
Authorize award and execution of a 36-month requirements service contract with EMR, INC., Austin, TX for elevator and escalator maintenance and repair services in an amount not to exceed $461,220, with three 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $153,740 per extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $922,440. Funding in the amount of $140,928 is available in the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Operating Budget of the Austin Convention Center Department. Funding for the remaining 25 months of the original contract period and extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Lowest bid of four bids received. This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9C of the City Code (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). No subcontracting opportunities were identified; therefore, no goals were established for this solicitation.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of a requirements service contract was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-029, Agenda Backup, PDF, 66kb
Item 30 - November 16, 2006
Authorize award and execution of a 24-month requirements supply contract with MILLER UNIFORMS & EMBLEMS, INC., Austin, TX for the purchase of uniforms for the Emergency Medical Services Department in an estimated amount not to exceed $502,764, with two 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $251,382 per extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $1,005,528. Funding in the amount of $230,434 is available in the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Operating Budget of the Emergency Medical Service Department. Funding for the remaining 13 months of the original contract period and extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Sole bid received. This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9D of the City Code (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). No subcontracting opportunities were identified; therefore, no goals were established for this solicitation.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of a requirements supply contract was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-030, Agenda Backup, PDF, 62kb
20061116-030, Contract Cover Sheet, MILLER UNIFORMS & EMBLEMS, INC, PDF, 23kb
Item 31 - November 16, 2006
Authorize award, negotiation and execution of a 10-month service agreement with BUSINESS INVESTMENT GROWTH (BiG), Austin, TX, to provide technical assistance in an amount not to exceed $181,818. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Operating Budget of the Neighborhood Housing and Community Development Department. Best evaluated proposal of two proposals received. This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9C of the City Code (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). No subcontracting opportunities were identified; therefore, no goals were established for this solicitation.
The motion authorizing the award negotiation and execution of a service agreement was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-031, Agenda Backup, PDF, 48kb
Item 32 - November 16, 2006
Authorize negotiation and execution of 24-month Interlocal Agreement with the UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS, Austin, TX, for conference services and facilities in an estimated amount not to exceed $90,000, with three 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $45,000 per extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $225,000. Funding in the amount of $37,500 is available in the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Operating Budget of the Austin Police Department. Funding for the remaining 14 months of the original contract period and extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Interlocal Agreement.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of an interlocal agreement was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-032, Agenda Backup, PDF, 49kb
20061116-032, Contract Cover Sheet, UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS, PDF, 20kb
Item 33 - November 16, 2006
Authorize award and execution of a 12-month requirements service contract with SCS FIELD SERVICES, Austin TX, for gas collection and control system operation maintenance services for the Solid Waste Services Department in an estimated amount not to exceed $72,550, with two 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $72,550 per extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $217,650. Funding in the amount of $66,504 is available in the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Operating Budget of the Solid Waste Service Department. Funding for the remaining one month of the original contract period and extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Sole bid. This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9C of the City Code (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program.) No subcontracting opportunities were identified; therefore, no goals were established for this solicitation.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of a requirements service contract was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-033, Agenda Backup, PDF, 64kb
Item 34 - November 16, 2006
Authorize negotiation and execution of an Interlocal Agreement with THE COOPERATIVE PURCHASING NETWORK (REGION 4 EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER), Houston, TX, for the purchase of various types of goods and services offered on its existing contracts. Procurements under this Interlocal Agreement will not be made unless funds are available in appropriate departmental budgets. Interlocal Agreement.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of an interlocal agreement was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-034, Agenda Backup, PDF, 53kb
Item 35 - November 16, 2006
Authorize award and execution of a 24-month requirements service contract with NATIONAL ENVELOPE - GRAND PRAIRIE, LLC, Grand Prairie, TX, for the purchase of departmental envelopes in an estimated amount not to exceed $118,424, with two 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $59,212 per extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $236,848. Funding in the amount of $54,278 is available in the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Operating Budgets of all City Departments. Funding for the remaining 13 months of the original contract period and extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Lowest bid meeting specification of four bids received. This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9D of the City Code (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). No subcontracting opportunities were identified, therefore, no goals were established for this solicitation.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of a requirements service contract was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-035, Agenda Backup, PDF, 74kb
20061116-035, Contract Cover Sheet, NATIONAL ENVELOPE - GRAND PRAIRIE, LLC, PDF, 23kb
Item 36 - November 16, 2006
Approve a resolution regarding a surcharge application filed by Texas Gas Service to recover utility relocation costs.
Resolution No. 20061116-036 was approved.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20061116-036, PDF, 12kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-036, Agenda Backup, PDF, 42kb
20061116-036, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 21kb
Item 37 - November 16, 2006
Approve negotiation and execution of an Interlocal Agreement with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) to study Hydrologic Delineation of Habitat Management Zones for the Jollyville Plateau salamander in the Austin, TX area in an amount not to exceed $33,350.36 ($24,763 federal grant; $8,595.36 City match). Total Project cost: $33,358.36. Grant funding of up to $24,763 (74.23%) is available in USFWS Section 6 program funds administered by the TPWD. Local matching funds of $8,595.36 (25.77%) are required for the grant. Up to $8,600 in local matching funds are available in the 2006-2007 Operating Budget of the Watershed Protection and Development Review Department.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of an interlocal agreement was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-037, Agenda Backup, PDF, 45kb
Item 38 - November 16, 2006
Approve appointments to citizen board and commissions, to Council subcommittees and other intergovernmental bodies and removal and replacement of members.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-038, Agenda Backup, PDF, 21kb
20061116-038, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 14kb
Item 39 - November 16, 2006
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to evaluate and provide recommendations on improvements to the City of Austin's current Public Use of City Hall policy for Council review or approval in 90 days. (Council Member Mike Martinez Council Member Sheryl Cole )
Resolution No. 20061116-039 was approved with the following amendment from Council Member Martinez. The amendment was as follows: The last sentence of the resolution should read, "The evaluation shall include an opportunity for public input through the Austin Community Technology and Telecommunications Commission." This amendment was accepted by the maker of the motion, Council Member McCracken.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20061116-039, PDF, 22kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-039, Agenda Backup, PDF, 52kb
20061116-039, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 182kb
20061116-039, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 17kb
Item 40 - November 16, 2006
Approve an ordinance naming the Congress Avenue bridge and waiving any applicable requirements of Chapter 14-1 of the City Code. (Mayor Will Wynn Council Member Lee Leffingwell Mayor Pro Tem Betty Dunkerley)
Ordinance No. 20061116-040 was approved on Mayor Pro Tem Dunkerley's motion, Council Member Leffingwell's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20061116-040, PDF, 48kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-040, Agenda Backup, PDF, 23kb
20061116-040, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 53kb
20061116-040, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 11kb
Item 41 - November 16, 2006
Approve waiver of fees and requirements under Chapter 14 of the Code for the 2006 Thundercloud Subs Turkey Trot to be held on November 23, 2006. (Mayor Pro Tem Betty Dunkerley Council Member Mike Martinez Council Member Sheryl Cole)
The motion authorizing the waiver of fees and requirements was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-041, Agenda Backup, PDF, 24kb
20061116-041, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 25kb
Item 42 - November 16, 2006
Approve an ordinance waiving Chapter 25-9 of the City Code relating to the capital recovery and tap fees for the Ronald McDonald House located at 4900 Mueller Boulevard, Austin, TX. (Mayor Pro Tem Betty Dunkerley Council Member Brewster McCracken Council Member Mike Martinez)
Ordinance No. 20061116-042 was approved.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20061116-042, PDF, 22kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-042, Agenda Backup, PDF, 25kb
20061116-042, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 49kb
Item 43 - November 16, 2006
Set a public hearing to consider an ordinance amending Section 25-2-1051 of the City Code to clarify that compatibility standards apply to development unless otherwise provided by a specific provision of the City Code and amending Section 25-2-1052 to clarify the conditions that apply to the exception from compatibility standards related to construction of a residential use permitted in an urban family residence or more restrictive zoning district (Suggested date and time: November 30, 2006 at 6:00 p.m., Austin City Hall, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, TX)
The public hearing was set for November 30, 2006 at 6:00 p.m., Austin City Hall, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-043, Agenda Backup, PDF, 43kb
Item 44 - November 16, 2006
Set public hearings for the full purpose annexation of the following Avery Ranch annexation areas: (1) Tract One: Avery Far West Phase 1, Section 5; Avery Far West Phase 2, Section 1; and Avery Far West Phase 2, Section 2 (approximately 56 acres in Williamson County north of Avery Ranch Boulevard at the intersection of Avery Ranch Boulevard and Nearabout Road); and (2) Tract Two: Avery Commercial Southwest; and Avery Church Subdivision (approximately 15 acres in Williamson County at the southwest corner of the intersection of Avery Ranch Boulevard and Parmer Lane.) Suggested dates and times: December 7, 2006 at 6:00 p.m., and December 14, 2006 at 6:00 p.m., Austin City Hall, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, TX)
The public hearings were set for December 7 and 14, 2006 at 6:00 p.m., Austin City Hall, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-044, Agenda Backup, PDF, 42kb
Item 45 - November 16, 2006
Set a public hearing to consider an amendment to Sections 25-2-766.13 and 25-2-766.14(A) of the City Code to authorize the administrative waiver of certain interim development design standards established in the Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) ordinance. (Suggested date and time: December 14, 2006 at 6:00 p.m., Austin City Hall, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, TX)
The public hearing was set for December 14, 2006 at 6:00 p.m., Austin City Hall, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-045, Agenda Backup, PDF, 41kb
Item 46 - November 16, 2006
Set a public hearing to consider amending Title 25 of the City Code to establish additional requirements for the location of large retail uses ("Big Box retail") in permitted zoning districts. (Suggested date and time, December 14, 2006 at 6:00 p.m., Austin City Hall, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, TX) Recommended by the Planning Commission.
The public hearing was set for December 14, 2006 at 6:00 p.m., Austin City Hall, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-046, Agenda Backup, PDF, 171kb
Item 47 - November 16, 2006
Set a public hearing on the Austin Downtown Public Improvement District (PID) 2007 assessments. (Suggested date and time: November 30, 2006 at 6:00 p.m., Austin City Hall, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, TX)
The public hearing was set for November 30, 2006 at 6:00 p.m., Austin City Hall, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-047, Agenda Backup, PDF, 44kb
Item 48 - November 16, 2006
Set a public hearing on the East 6th Street Public Improvement District (PID) 2007 assessments. (Suggested date and time: November 30, 2006 at 6:00 p.m., Austin City Hall, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, TX)
The public hearing was set for November 30, 2006 at 6:00 p.m., Austin City Hall, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-048, Agenda Backup, PDF, 54kb
Item 49 - November 16, 2006
Set a hearing to receive public comment regarding proposed amendments to the pole, tower and other infrastructure attachment fees in the Electric Rate Schedule in Exhibit A of Ordinance No. 20060911-004. (Suggested date and time: November 30, 2006, at 6:00 p.m., Austin City Hall, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, TX) There is no unanticipated fiscal impact. A fiscal note is not required. Recommended by the Electric Utility Commission.
The public hearing was set for November 30, 2006, at 6:00 p.m., Austin City Hall, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-049, Agenda Backup, PDF, 30kb
Item 50 - November 16, 2006
Set a hearing to receive public comment regarding the addition of a Large Primary Service Special Contract - Industrial Rider to the Electric Rate Schedule in Exhibit A of Ordinance No. 20060911-004. (Suggested date and time: November 30, 2006, at 6:00 p.m., Austin City Hall, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, TX)
The public hearing was set for November 30, 2006, at 6:00 p.m., Austin City Hall, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-050, Agenda Backup, PDF, 27kb
Item 51 - November 16, 2006
Approve an ordinance authorizing the issuance of City of Austin, Texas, Water and Wastewater System Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2006A, in the approximate amount of $135,000,000, and authorizing the execution of all related documents. No fiscal impact during Fiscal Year 2006-2007. $3,375,000 estimated debt service and $150 for paying agent/registrar fees were included in the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 approved Budget of the Utility Revenue Bond Redemption Fund.
Ordinance No. 20061116-051 was approved on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Dunkerley's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20061116-051, PDF, 2.4mb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-051, Agenda Backup, PDF, 2.1mb
20061116-051, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 189kb
Item 52 - November 16, 2006
Presentation by the Austin Music Commission related to recent and future projects.
The presentation was made by Teresa Ferguson, Chair of Music Commission, and Brad Stein, Music Commission.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-052, Agenda Backup, PDF, 21kb
20061116-052, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 316kb
Item 53 - November 16, 2006
C814-04-0187.SH - Goodnight Ranch PUD - Approve third reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as the East side of Old Lockhart Highway between Nuckols Crossing Road and Capitol View Drive (Onion Creek Watershed) from interim-rural residence (I-RR) district zoning to planned unit development (PUD) district zoning with conditions. First reading approved on April 20, 2006. Vote: 6-0 (Mayor Pro Tem Thomas off the dais). Second reading approved on June 22, 2006. Vote: 5-0 (Council Members McCracken and Kim off the dais). Applicants: MVE Venture, Ltd. (Claude Dean Goodnight); Austin Goodnight Ranch, L.P. (Terry Mitchell); Benchmark Land & Exploration, Inc. (David C. Mahn); Austin Independent School District (Mark Williams, President, Board of Trustees). Agent: TBG Partners (Sean Compton). City Staff: Wendy Walsh, 974-7719.
Ordinance No. 2001116-053 was approved for planned unit development (PUD) district zoning with amendments to decrease the number of what is called Mansion Houses on the property from 4 to 2 and to allow the trees to be located less than 35 feet on center to allow more trees along some street frontages.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20061116-053, PDF, 1.6mb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-053, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 38kb
20061116-053, Agenda Backup Part 1 of 3, PDF, 2.3mb
20061116-053, Agenda Backup Part 2 of 3, PDF, 2.0mb
20061116-053, Agenda Backup Part 3 of 3, PDF, 3.6mb
20061116-053, Restrictive Covenant, PDF, 443kb
Item 54 - November 16, 2006
C14-06-0182 - Thornton Bungalows - Approve second/third readings of an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 2206-2210 Thornton Road (West Bouldin Creek Watershed) from family residence (SF-3) district zoning to urban family residence (SF-5) district zoning. First reading approved on November 2, 2006. Vote: 6-0 (McCracken off the dais.) Applicant: Thornton Cottages Austin, LP (James Austin). Agent: Stansberry Engineering (Blayne Stansberry). City Staff: Robert Heil, 974-2330.
Ordinance No. 2001116-054 for urban family residence (SF-5-CO) district zoning was approved limiting the impervious cover to 50% and limiting non-condominium residential uses to no more than 14 units and will provide parking as required by the Code.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20061116-054, PDF, 155kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-054, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 36kb
20061116-054, Agenda Backup, PDF, 588kb
20061116-054, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 85kb
Item 55 - November 16, 2006
NPA-05-0021 - Approve second/third readings of an ordinance amending the Austin Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan by adopting the East Riverside/Oltorf Combined Neighborhood Plan with the exception of certain tracts removed from the Plan by City Council on first reading. The combined planning area is bounded by IH-35 on the west, Town Lake and the Colorado River on the north, Grove Boulevard and Montopolis Drive on the east and State Highway 71 (Ben White Boulevard East) on the south. First reading approved on October 19, 2006. Vote: 7-0. City Staff: Melissa Laursen, 974-6413.
Ordinance No. 20061116-055 adopting the East Riverside/Oltorf Combined Neighborhood Plan except for the following was approved on Council Member McCracken's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Dunkerley's second on a 6-0 vote. Council Member Kim abstained. These contested tracks were removed from the ordinance and taken as separate motions: 203, 222, 37, 39, 41, 43, 43A, 44, 45, 45A, 45B, 46, 47, 49, 50 and the IRS site (1800 1/2, 1804 1/2, 1806 1/2, 3601, 3651, 3651 1/2, 3605 1/2 IH-35 Service Road NB, 1615 and 1619 Woodward Street). Tracts listed as Attachment A-1 to the ordinance were withdrawn from the Neighborhood Plan for discussion at a later date. Tract 9 and 1818 South Lakeshore Boulevard were added to the list of properties that will be discussed later.
Executed Ordinance
20061116-055, Ordinance Part 1 of 4, PDF, 1.4mb
20061116-055, Ordinance Part 2 of 4, PDF, 2.1mb
20061116-055, Ordinance Part 3 of 4, PDF, 2.0mb
20061116-055, Ordinance Part 4 of 4, PDF, 2.0mb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-055, Agenda Backup Part 1 of 6, PDF, 1.2mb
20061116-055, Agenda Backup Part 2 of 6, PDF, 1.3mb
20061116-055, Agenda Backup Part 3 of 6, PDF, 2.6mb
20061116-055, Agenda Backup Part 4 of 6, PDF, 2.6mb
20061116-055, Agenda Backup Part 5 of 6, PDF, 2.3mb
20061116-055, Agenda Backup Part 6 of 6, PDF, 1.2mb
20061116-055, Agenda Late Backup Part 1 of 4, PDF, 629kb
20061116-055, Agenda Late Backup Part 2 of 4, PDF, 502kb
20061116-055, Agenda Late Backup Part 3 of 4, PDF, 731kb
20061116-055, Agenda Late Backup Part 4 of 4, PDF, 283kb
Item 56 - November 16, 2006
C14-05-0111 - Parker Lane Neighborhood Plan Combining District - Approve second/third readings of an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property bounded on the north by Oltorf Street, on the east by Montopolis Drive, on the south by Ben White Blvd./US 71, and on the west by IH-35 (Blunn, Carson, Country Club, Harpers Branch, Town Lake, Williamson Watersheds) with the exception of certain tracts removed from the Plan by City Council on first reading. The proposed zoning change will create the Parker Lane Neighborhood Plan Combining District (NPCD) and implement the land use recommendations of the East Riverside/Oltorf Combined Neighborhood Plan for a total of 7 tracts (within the planning area of 1,130.72 acres). Under the proposed Parker Lane NPCD, "Small Lot Amnesty", "Garage Placement", "Impervious Cover and Parking Placement Restrictions" are proposed for the entire area. "Prohibited Parking in the Front Yard" is proposed for the entire area except for the Burleson Heights and Terrilance Subdistricts. The Burleson Heights Subdistrict is generally described as a triangular shaped area bounded by the northern boundary of the Burleson Road Heights Subdivision to the north, the eastern boundary of the Burleson Road Heights Subdivision on the east to the eastern boundary of the Polvado Subdivision southward to a point at Burleson Road near the intersection of Santa Monica Drive, and the western boundary of the Burleson Road Heights Subdivision to Burleson Road on the west. The Subdistrict includes Douglas Street, Princeton Drive, Ware Road, Benjamin Street and a portion of Burleson Road. The Terrilance Subdistrict is generally described as the area bounded by the northern boundaries of the Reissig Heights Subdivision No. 3 and Markhills Subdivision on the north, the eastern boundary of Markhills Subdivision to the east, the southern boundaries of Reissig Heights Subdivision No.2 and the Markhills Subdivision on the south, and Burleson Road on the west. The Subdistrict includes Terrilance Drive and a portion of Pleasant Valley Road. The "Urban Home" special use is proposed for the Parker Lane, and Mission Hill Subdistricts. The Parker Lane Subdistrict includes the lots adjoining the east side of Parker Lane between Carlson Drive and Wickshire Lane within the Greenbriar Subdivision, Section Two, Resub of Block F. The Mission Hill Subdistrict includes the lots adjoining the north and south sides of Mission Hill Drive within the Mission Hill and Mission Hill Section Four Subdivisions and the lots adjoining the south side of Mission Hill Drive within the Mission Hill Section Three Subdivision. The City Council may approve a zoning change to any of the following: Rural Residential (RR); Single-Family Residence - Large Lot (SF-1); Single-Family Residence-Standard Lot (SF-2); Family Residence (SF-3); Single-Family - Small Lot & Condominium Site (SF-4A/B); Urban Family Residence (SF-5); Townhouse & Condominium Residence (SF-6); Multi-Family Residence - Limited Density (MF-1); Multi-family Residence - Low Density (MF-2); Multi-family Residence - Medium Density (MF-3); Multi-family Residence - Moderate-High Density (MF-4); Multi-family Residence - High Density (MF-5); Multi-family Residence - Highest Density (MF-6); Mobile Home Residence (MH); Neighborhood Office (NO); Limited Office (LO); General Office (GO); Commercial Recreation (CR); Neighborhood Commercial (LR); Community Commercial (GR); Warehouse / Limited Office (W/LO); Commercial Services (CS); Commercial-Liquor Sales (CS-1); Commercial Highway (CH); Industrial Park (IP); Major Industrial (MI); Limited Industrial Services (LI); Research and Development (R&D); Development Reserve (DR); Agricultural (AG); Planned Unit Development (PUD); Historic (H); and Public (P). A Conditional Overlay (CO), Planned Development Area Overlay (PDA), Mixed Use Combining District Overlay (MU); Neighborhood Conservation Combining District (NCCD); or Neighborhood Plan Special Use (NP) may also be added to these zoning base districts. First reading approved on October 19, 2006. Vote: 7-0. Applicant and Agent: City of Austin, Neighborhood Planning and Zoning Department. City Staff: Robert Heil 974-2330 and Melissa Laursen 974-7226.
Ordinance No. 20061116-056 adopting the Neighborhood Plan Combining District for the Parker Lane Neighborhood Planning Area, except for the following, was approved on Council Member Leffingwell's motion, Council Member McCracken's second on a 6-0 vote. Council Member Kim abstained. The contested tracts 203 and 222 were withdrawn from the ordinance along with tracts withdrawn from the NPCD for discussion at a later date as listed on Attachment A-2 to the ordinance.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20061116-056, PDF, 533kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-056, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 37kb
20061116-056, Agenda Backup, PDF, 82kb
20061116-056, Agenda Late Backup Part 1 of 6, PDF, 629kb
20061116-056, Agenda Late Backup Part 2 of 6, PDF, 502kb
20061116-056, Agenda Late Backup Part 3 of 6, PDF, 158kb
20061116-056, Agenda Late Backup Part 4 of 6, PDF, 409kb
20061116-056, Agenda Late Backup Part 5 of 6, PDF, 542kb
20061116-056, Agenda Late Backup Part 6 of 6, PDF, 353kb
Item 57 - November 16, 2006
C15-05-0112 - Riverside Neighborhood Plan Combining District - Approve second/third readings of an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property bounded on the north by Town Lake, on the east by Pleasant Valley Road, on the south by Oltorf Street, and on the west by IH-35 (Colorado River, Country Club, Harpers Branch, Town Lake Watersheds) with the exception of certain tracts removed from the Plan by City Council on first reading. The proposed zoning change will create the Riverside Neighborhood Plan Combining District (NPCD) and implement the land use recommendations of the East Riverside/Oltorf Combined Neighborhood Plan for a total of 20 tracts (within the planning area of 729.96 acres). Under the proposed Riverside NPCD, "Small Lot Amnesty", "Garage Placement", "Impervious Cover and Parking Placement Restrictions" and "Prohibited Parking in the Front Yard" are proposed for the entire area. The Neighborhood Mixed Use Building special use is proposed for Tracts 21B, 35A, 37, 38, 42, 43A, 45, 45A, 45B, and 47. The Neighborhood Urban Center special use is proposed for Tracts 21B, 35A, 37, 38, 42, 43A, 45, 45A and 45B. The City Council may approve a zoning change to any of the following: Rural Residential (RR); Single-Family Residence - Large Lot (SF-1); Single-Family Residence-Standard Lot (SF-2); Family Residence (SF-3); Single-Family - Small Lot & Condominium Site (SF-4A/B); Urban Family Residence (SF-5); Townhouse & Condominium Residence (SF-6); Multi-Family Residence - Limited Density (MF-1); Multi-family Residence - Low Density (MF-2); Multi-family Residence - Medium Density (MF-3); Multi-family Residence - Moderate-High Density (MF-4); Multi-family Residence - High Density (MF-5); Multi-family Residence - Highest Density (MF-6); Mobile Home Residence (MH); Neighborhood Office (NO); Limited Office (LO); General Office (GO); Commercial Recreation (CR); Neighborhood Commercial (LR); Community Commercial (GR); Warehouse / Limited Office (W/LO); Commercial Services (CS); Commercial-Liquor Sales (CS-1); Commercial Highway (CH); Industrial Park (IP); Major Industrial (MI); Limited Industrial Services (LI); Research and Development (R&D); Development Reserve (DR); Agricultural (AG); Planned Unit Development (PUD); Historic (H); and Public (P). A Conditional Overlay (CO), Planned Development Area Overlay (PDA), Mixed Use Combining District Overlay (MU); Neighborhood Conservation Combining District (NCCD); or Neighborhood Plan Special Use (NP) may also be added to these zoning base districts. First reading approved on October 19, 2006. Vote: 7-0. Applicant and Agent: City of Austin, Neighborhood Planning and Zoning Department. City Staff: Robert Heil 974-2330 and Melissa Laursen 974-7226.
Ordinance No. 20061116-057 adopting the Neighborhood Plan Combining District for the Riverside Neighborhood Planning Area, except for the following, was approved on Mayor Pro Tem Dunkerley's motion, Council Member McCracken's second on a 6-0 vote. Council Member Kim abstained. The following contested tracts were withdrawn: 37, 39, 41, 43, 43A, 44, 45, 45A, 45B, 46, 47, 49, 50 along with tracts withdrawn from the NPCD for discussion at a later date as listed on Attachment A-3 to the ordinance and Tract 9 and 1818 S. Lakeshore Boulevard.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20061116-057, PDF, 669kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-057, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 37kb
20061116-057, Agenda Backup, PDF, 661kb
20061116-057, Agenda Late Backup Part 1 of 6, PDF, 629kb
20061116-057, Agenda Late Backup Part 2 of 6, PDF, 502kb
20061116-057, Agenda Late Backup Part 3 of 6, PDF, 187kb
20061116-057, Agenda Late Backup Part 4 of 6, PDF, 822kb
20061116-057, Agenda Late Backup Part 5 of 6, PDF, 532kb
20061116-057, Agenda Late Backup Part 6 of 6, PDF, 353kb
Item 58 - November 16, 2006
C14-05-0113 - Pleasant Valley Neighborhood Plan Combining District - Approve second/third readings of an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property bounded on the north by the Colorado River, on the east by Grove Blvd., on the south by Oltorf Street and on the west by Pleasant Valley Road save and except approximately 183 acres of land known as the Austin Community College "ACC" tract (Colorado River, Country Club, Town Lake Watersheds) with the exception of certain tracts removed from the Plan by City Council on first reading. The proposed zoning change will create the Pleasant Valley Neighborhood Plan Combining District (NPCD) and implement land use recommendations of the East Riverside/Oltorf Combined Neighborhood Plan for a total of 3 tracts (within the planning area of 1,275 acres). Under the proposed Pleasant Valley NPCD, "Small Lot Amnesty", "Garage Placement", "Impervious Cover and Parking Placement Restrictions" and "Prohibited Parking in the Front Yard" are proposed for the entire area. The City Council may approve a zoning change to any of the following: Rural Residential (RR); Single-Family Residence - Large Lot (SF-1); Single-Family Residence-Standard Lot (SF-2); Family Residence (SF-3); Single-Family - Small Lot & Condominium Site (SF-4A/B); Urban Family Residence (SF-5); Townhouse & Condominium Residence (SF-6); Multi-Family Residence - Limited Density (MF-1); Multi-family Residence - Low Density (MF-2); Multi-family Residence - Medium Density (MF-3); Multi-family Residence - Moderate-High Density (MF-4); Multi-family Residence - High Density (MF-5); Multi-family Residence - Highest Density (MF-6); Mobile Home Residence (MH); Neighborhood Office (NO); Limited Office (LO); General Office (GO); Commercial Recreation (CR); Neighborhood Commercial (LR); Community Commercial (GR); Warehouse / Limited Office (W/LO); Commercial Services (CS); Commercial-Liquor Sales (CS-1); Commercial Highway (CH); Industrial Park (IP); Major Industrial (MI); Limited Industrial Services (LI); Research and Development (R&D); Development Reserve (DR); Agricultural (AG); Planned Unit Development (PUD); Historic (H); and Public (P). A Conditional Overlay (CO), Planned Development Area Overlay (PDA), Mixed Use Combining District Overlay (MU); Neighborhood Conservation Combining District (NCCD); or Neighborhood Plan Special Use (NP) may also be added to these zoning base districts. First reading approved on October 19, 2006. Vote: 7-0. Applicant and Agent: City of Austin, Neighborhood Planning and Zoning Department. City Staff: Robert Heil 974-2330 and Melissa Laursen 974-7226.
Ordinance No. 20061116-058 adopting the Neighborhood Plan Combining District for the Pleasant Valley Neighborhood Planning Area except for tracts withdrawn from the NPCD for discussion at a later date as listed on Attachment A-4 to the ordinance was approved on Council Member Leffingwell's motion, Council Member McCracken's second on a 6-0 vote. Council Member Kim abstained. Council Member McCracken requested staff to include requirements on third reading that all property developed commercially be required to comply with the Commercial Design Standards and that all properties designated as mixed use comply with the vertical mixed use standards.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20061116-058, PDF, 392kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-058, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 37kb
20061116-058, Agenda Backup, PDF, 56kb
20061116-058, Agenda Late Backup Part 1 of 5, PDF, 629kb
20061116-058, Agenda Late Backup Part 2 of 5, PDF, 502kb
20061116-058, Agenda Late Backup Part 3 of 5, PDF, 292kb
20061116-058, Agenda Late Backup Part 4 of 5, PDF, 156kb
20061116-058, Agenda Late Backup Part 5 of 5, PDF, 353kb
Item 59 - November 16, 2006
C14-05-0112 - Riverside Neighborhood Plan - Tract 9 - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 1708, 1712 and 1720 Lakeshore Drive (Town Lake Watershed) from multi-family residence-medium density (MF-3) district zoning to community commercial (GR) district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant community commercial (GR) district zoning. Planning Commission recommendation: Forward to City Council without a recommendation. Applicant and Agent: Neighborhood Planning and Zoning Department. City Staff: Robert Heil, 974-2330.
The public hearing was closed and the first reading of the ordinance was approved with the following amendments on Council Member McCracken's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Dunkerley's second on a 7-0 vote. Council Member McCracken's amendments were: require compliance with the Commercial Design Standards on the entire property and, vertical mixed use standards on the portion of the property along Riverside Drive, and requiring no gates. Staff was directed to do an analysis of vertical mixed use affordability standards of 10% of the units at 80% of median family income (MFI) for tenants 5% of the for sale units at 100% MFI, and 5% of the for sale units at 80% of MFI Council Member Leffingwell's friendly amendments were to include the following in either a restrictive covenant or an overlay: within 100 feet of the shoreline there will be no development, with the exception of utility crossings, drainage, and water quality improvements, and the passive recreation hike and bike trails; a 60-foot height limit overall; a 30-foot easement for the trail, and the requirements that the trail be constructed by the owner and have public access on both the east and west sides; 45 of the units be available for sale; a maximum of 375 apartments and a minimum of 10,000 square feet of retail on Riverside Drive. Mayor Pro Tem Dunkerley's friendly amendment was that the water quality standards be increased to cover the ten acres agreed to by the applicant. These amendments were accepted by the maker of the motion, Council Member McCracken.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-059, Agenda Backup, PDF, 1.1mb
20061116-059, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 426kb
Item 60 - November 16, 2006
C14-06-0178 - TexMecs Research Ltd. - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 6012 West William Cannon Drive (Williamson Creek Watershed - Barton Springs Zone) from neighborhood commercial (LR) district zoning to community commercial (GR) district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant community commercial (GR) district zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant community commercial (GR) district zoning. Applicant: TexMecs Research Ltd. (E. David Pampe, M.D.) Agent: Lopez-Phelps & Associates (Amelia Lopez-Phelps). City Staff: Wendy Walsh, 974-7719.
Ordinance No. 20061116-060 for community commercial (GR) district zoning was approved.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20061116-060, PDF, 194kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-060, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 37kb
20061116-060, Agenda Backup, PDF, 801kb
Item 61 - November 16, 2006
C14R-84-443 (RCA) - North Fork - Conduct a public hearing and approve a restrictive covenant amendment for the property located at 3107 Oak Creek Drive (Walnut Creek Watershed). Staff Recommendation: To approve the restrictive covenant amendment. Zoning and Platting Commission Recommendation: To approve the restrictive covenant amendment. Applicant: Nana's Kids Ltd.; Realtrust Services, Inc. (Thurman Blackburn). Agent: Land Answers (Jim Wittliff). City Staff: Jorge E. Rousselin, 974-2975.
The motion authorizing a restrictive covenant amendment was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-061, Agenda Backup, PDF, 3.3mb
20061116-061, Restrictive Covenant Amendment, PDF, 186kb
Item 62 - November 16, 2006
C14H-04-0006 - Splitrock - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 2815 Wooldridge Drive (Shoal Creek Watershed)from family residence (SF-3) district zoning to family residence-historic (SF-3-H) combining district zoning. Staff recommendation: To grant family residence-historic (SF-3-H) combining district zoning. Historic Landmark Commission recommendation: To grant family residence-historic (SF-3-H) combining district zoning. Zoning and Platting Commission recommendation: To grant family residence-historic (SF-3-H) combining district zoning. Applicant: Jayne Klein. City Staff: Steve Sadowsky, 974-6454.
Ordinance No. 20061116-062 for family residence-historic (SF-3-H) combining district zoning was approved.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20061116-062, PDF, 135kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-062, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 37kb
20061116-062, Agenda Backup, PDF, 1.3mb
Item 63 - November 16, 2006
C14H-06-0021 - Herbert and Alice Bohn House - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 1301 W. 29th Street (Shoal Creek Watershed) from family residence (SF-3) district zoning to family residence-historic (SF-3-H) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant family residence-historic (SF-3-H) combining district zoning. Historic Landmark Commission Recommendation: To grant family residence-historic (SF-3-H) combining district zoning. Zoning and Platting Commission Recommendation: To grant family residence-historic (SF-3-H) combining district zoning. Applicant: Historic Landmark Commission. Agent: Neighborhood Planning and Zoning Department. City Staff: Steve Sadowsky, 974-6454.
Ordinance No. 20061116-063 to rezone only the eastern 132 feet of property for family residence-historic (SF-3-H) combining district zoning was approved.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20061116-063, PDF, 134kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-063, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 38kb
20061116-063, Agenda Backup, PDF, 1.2mb
20061116-063, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 137kb
20061116-063, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 1.1mb
Item 64 - November 16, 2006
C14H-06-0024 - Cloud-Kingsbery House - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 1001 E. Riverside Drive (Town Lake Watershed) from family residence-neighborhood plan (SF-3-NP) combining district zoning to family residence-historic-neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-NP) combining district zoning. Staff recommendation: To grant family residence-historic-neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-NP) combining district zoning. Historic Landmark Commission recommendation: To grant family residence-historic-neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-NP) combining district zoning. Planning Commission recommendation: To grant family residence-historic-neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-NP) combining district zoning. Applicants: Robert Gotchall and Kim Isom. City Staff: Steve Sadowsky, 974-6454.
Ordinance No. 20061116-064 for family residence-historic-neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-NP) combining district zoning was approved.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20061116-064, PDF, 102kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-064, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 40kb
20061116-064, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 37kb
20061116-064, Agenda Backup, PDF, 1.2mb
20061116-064, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 146kb
Item 65 - November 16, 2006
C14H-06-0025 - Victory Grill - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 1104 E. 11th Street (Waller Creek Watershed) from general office-conditional overlay-neighborhood conservation- neighborhood plan (GO-CO-NCCD-NP) combining district zoning to general office-historic-conditional overlay- neighborhood conservation-neighborhood plan GO-H-CO-NCCD-NP) combining district zoning. Staff recommendation: To grant general office-historic-conditional overlay-neighborhood conservation-neighborhood plan GO-H-CO-NCCD-NP) combining district zoning. Historic Landmark Commission recommendation: To grant general office-historic-conditional overlay-neighborhood conservation- neighborhood plan (GO-H-CO-NCCD-NP) combining district zoning. Planning Commission recommendation: To grant general office-historic-conditional overlay-neighborhood conservation-neighborhood plan (GO-H-CO-NCCD-NP) combining district zoning. Applicant: City of Austin. Agent: Neighborhood Planning and Zoning Department. City Staff: Steve Sadowsky, 974-6454.
Ordinance No. 20061116-065 for general office-historic-conditional overlay-neighborhood conservation-neighborhood plan (GO-H-CO-NCCD-NP) combining district zoning was approved.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20061116-065, PDF, 140kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-065, Agenda Backup, PDF, 2.2mb
20061116-065, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 179kb
Item 66 - November 16, 2006
C14-06-0066 - Furrows North - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 13427 Pond Springs Road (Lake Creek Watershed) from interim-rural residence (I-RR) district zoning to general commercial services-conditional overlay (CS-CO) combining district zoning for Tract 1 and community commercial-conditional overlay (GR-CO) combining district zoning for Tract 2. Staff Recommendation: To grant general commercial services-conditional overlay (CS-CO) combining district zoning for Tract 1 and community commercial-conditional overlay (GR-CO) combining district zoning for Tract 2. Zoning and Platting Commission Recommendation: To grant general commercial services-conditional overlay (CS-CO) combining district zoning for Tract 1 and community commercial-conditional overlay (GR-CO) combining district zoning for Tract 2. Applicant: Furrows North Properties, Ltd. (John Lewis, President). Agent: John Lewis Company (Graham Carter). City Staff: Sherri Sirwaitis, 974-3057.
This item was postponed to November 30, 2006 at the applicant's and neighborhood's request.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-066, Agenda Backup, PDF, 2.0mb
20061116-066, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 24kb
Item 67 - November 16, 2006
NPA-06-0016.01 - Dental Clinic - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 20030327-012, the Govalle/Johnston Terrace Combined Neighborhood Plan, an element of the Austin Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan, by amending the future land use map from single-family to mixed use for the property located at 4711 Red Bluff Road (Colorado River Watershed). Staff Recommendation: To deny mixed use designation. Planning Commission Recommendation: To deny mixed use designation. Applicant: Victor Garcia. Agent: Manuel Garcia. City Staff: Adrienne Domas, 974-6355.
The public hearing was closed and request to amend the Govalle/Johnston Terrace Combined Neighborhood Plan was denied on Council Member Martinez' motion, Council Member McCracken's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-067, Agenda Backup, PDF, 390kb
Item 68 - November 16, 2006
C14-06-0143 - Dental Clinic - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 4711 Red Bluff Road (Colorado River Watershed) from family residence-neighborhood plan (SF-3-NP) combining district zoning to limited office-mixed use-conditional overlay-neighborhood plan (LO-MU-CO-NP) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To deny limited office-mixed use-conditional overlay-neighborhood plan (LO-MU-CO-NP) combining district zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To deny limited office-mixed use-conditional overlay-neighborhood plan (LO-MU-CO-NP) combining district zoning. Applicant: Victor Garcia. Agent: Manuel Garcia. City Staff: Robert Heil, 974-2330.
The public hearing was closed and requested rezoning was denied on Council Member Martinez' motion, Council Member McCracken's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-068, Agenda Backup, PDF, 524kb
Item 69 - November 16, 2006
C14-06-0123 - Ardent 1 - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 1500 South Lamar Boulevard (West Bouldin Creek Watershed) from community commercial (GR) district zoning and general commercial services (CS) district zoning to community commercial-mixed use-conditional overlay (GR-MU-CO) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant community commercial-mixed use-conditional overlay (GR-MU-CO) combining district zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant community commercial-mixed use-conditional overlay (GR-MU-CO) combining district zoning. Applicant: Ocean Stone SC, L.L.C. (Robert S. Peek Jr.). Agent: Drenner & Golden Stuart Wolff, SSP (Michele Rogerson). City Staff: Robert Heil, 974-2330.
The public hearing was closed and the first reading of the ordinance for community commercial-mixed use-conditional overlay (GR-MU-CO) combining district zoning was approved on Council Member McCracken's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Dunkerley's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-069, Agenda Backup, PDF, 834kb
Item 70 - November 16, 2006
C14-06-0124 - Ardent 2 - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 1418 South Lamar Boulevard (West Bouldin Creek Watershed) from multi-family residence-medium density (MF-3) district zoning and general commercial services (CS) district zoning to community commercial-mixed use-conditional overlay (GR-MU-CO) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant community commercial-mixed use-conditional overlay (GR-MU-CO) combining district zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant community commercial-mixed use-conditional overlay (GR-MU-CO) combining district zoning. Applicant: Ocean Stone SC, L.L.C. (Robert S. Peek Jr.). Agent: Drenner & Golden Stuart Wolff, SSP (Michele Rogerson). City Staff: Robert Heil, 974-2330.
The public hearing was closed and the first reading of the ordinance for community commercial-mixed use-conditional overlay (GR-MU-CO) combining district zoning was approved Council Member McCracken's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Dunkerley's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-070, Agenda Backup, PDF, 797kb
Item 71 - November 16, 2006
C14-06-0078 - South IH-35 Transit Facility - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 7902-7926 South IH-35 Service Road Southbound (South Boggy Creek Watershed) from community commercial (GR) district zoning to limited industrial service-planned development area (LI-PDA) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant limited industrial service-planned development area (LI-PDA) combining district zoning. Zoning and Platting Commission Recommendation: To grant limited industrial service-planned development area (LI-PDA) combining district zoning. Applicant: Rock Realty, Inc. (John McCormack); Capital Metropolitan Transit Authority (Fred Gilliam). Agent: Doucet & Associates (Carol M. Stewart). City Staff: Wendy Walsh, 974-7719.
The first reading of the ordinance for limited industrial service-planned development area (LI-PDA) combining district zoning was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-071, Agenda Backup, PDF, 1.4mb
Item 72 - November 16, 2006
C14-06-0029 - 620 North - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 15400-15402 North FM 620 (Lake Creek Watershed) from interim-rural residence (I-RR) district zoning and development reserve (DR) district zoning to general commercial services (CS) district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant neighborhood commercial-conditional overlay (LR-CO) combining district zoning. Zoning and Platting Commission Recommendation: To grant development reserve (DR) district zoning. Applicant and Agent: Ali Bahrami. City Staff: Wendy Walsh, 974-7719.
The public hearing was closed. The first reading of the ordinance to grant Community Commercial (GR) district zoning from Council Member Martinez that was seconded by Council Member Cole. Council Member Leffingwell offered a friendly amendment to approve Community Commercial Conditional Overlay (GR CO) district zoning with the only GR use allowed being a restaurant with alcohol service and allowing all other Neighborhood Commercial (LR) uses with the CO being a 2,000 trip per day limitation. This was accepted by the maker of the motion and Council Member Cole who made the second. It was approved on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-072, Agenda Backup, PDF, 1.3mb
Item 73 - November 16, 2006
C14-06-0172 - Arboretum Retirement Community - Conduct a public hearing and approve and ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 11601 Jollyville Road (Walnut Creek Watershed) from limited office (LO) district zoning to community commercial-mixed use (GR-MU) combining district zoning for Tract 1 and limited office-mixed use (LO-MU) combining district zoning for Tract 2. Staff Recommendation: To grant community commercial-mixed use-conditional overlay (GR-MU-CO) combining district zoning for Tract 1 and limited office-conditional overlay (LO-CO) combining district zoning for Tract 2. Zoning and Platting Commission Recommendation: Applicant: JV Road Limited, Texas Limited Partnership (Michael R. Young). Agent: Land Strategies, Inc. (Paul W. Linehan). City Staff: Sherri Sirwaitis, 974-3057. A valid petition has been filed in opposition to this rezoning request.
This item was postponed to December 14, 2006 at the owner's request.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-073, Agenda Backup Part 1 of 4, PDF, 1.0mb
20061116-073, Agenda Backup Part 2 of 4, PDF, 806kb
20061116-073, Agenda Backup Part 3 of 4, PDF, 703kb
20061116-073, Agenda Backup Part 4 of 4, PDF, 1.4mb
Item 74 - November 16, 2006
C14H-05-0017 - Baugh-Colby House - Approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 1102 Enfield Road (Shoal Creek Watershed) from multi-family residence-medium density-neighborhood plan (MF-3-NP) combining district zoning to multi-family residence-medium density-historic-neighborhood plan (MF-3-H-NP) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant multi-family residence-medium density-historic-neighborhood plan (MF-3-H-NP) combining district zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant multi-family residence-medium density-historic-neighborhood plan (MF-3-H-NP) combining district zoning. Applicant: Historic Landmark Commission. City Staff: Steve Sadowsky, 974-6454. A valid petition has been filed in opposition to this rezoning request.
This item was postponed to December 14, 2006 at the owner's request.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-074, Agenda Backup Part 1 of 2, PDF, 1.3mb
20061116-074, Agenda Backup Part 2 of 2, PDF, 1.7mb
20061116-074, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 151kb
Item 75 - November 16, 2006
C14H-05-0021 - Noyes Smith House - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 911 W. 21st Street (Waller Creek Watershed) from multi-family residence-moderate high density-conditional overlay-neighborhood plan (MF-4-CO-NP) combining district zoning to multi-family residence-moderate high density-historic-conditional overlay-neighborhood plan (MF-4-H-CO-NP) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To document the house to HABS Level II standards and allow relocation. Historic Landmark Commission Recommendation: To grant multi-family residence-moderate high density-historic-conditional overlay-neighborhood plan (MF-4-H-CO-NP) combining district zoning. Planning Commission recommendation: To deny historic zoning upon the completion of HABS Level II documentation and allow relocation of the house. Applicant: Historic Landmark Commission. Agent: Neighborhood Planning and Zoning Department. City Staff: Steve Sadowsky, 974-6454.
The request for rezoning was denied.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-075, Agenda Backup, PDF, 1.7mb
Item 76 - November 16, 2006
C14H-06-0030 - Farquhar-Schriber House-Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 1207 E. Live Oak Street (Blunn Creek Watershed) from family residence-neighborhood plan (SF-3-NP) combining district zoning to family residence-historic-neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-NP) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant family residence-historic-neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-NP) combining district zoning. Historic Landmark Commission Recommendation: To grant family residence-historic-neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-NP) combining district zoning. Planning Commission recommendation: To grant family residence-historic-neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-NP) combining district zoning. Applicant: Historic Landmark Commission. Agent: Neighborhood Planning and Zoning Department. City Staff: Steve Sadowsky, 974-6454.
This item was postponed to December 14, 2006 at the owner's request.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-076, Agenda Backup, PDF, 414kb
20061116-076, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 265kb
Item 77 - November 16, 2006
Conduct a public hearing and consider variance requests by Melinda Myers Simmen and Frank Simmen to allow construction of a single-family residence at 6704 Pixie Cove in the 100-year floodplain of Lake Austin and to waive the requirement to dedicate a drainage easement to the full limit of the 100-year floodplain for the footprint of the proposed house and attached garage.
This item was postponed to December 7, 2006 on Council Member Martinez' motion, Council Member Leffingwell's second on a 4-0 vote. Council Members Cole, Kim, and McCracken were off the dais.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-077, Agenda Backup, PDF, 598kb
Item 78 - November 16, 2006
Conduct a public hearing and approve a resolution authorizing the use of approximately 0.425 acres of parkland for roadway improvements as part of the Cesar Chavez Conversion Project through dedicated parkland known as Town Lake Park, in accordance with Section 26.001 et seq. of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code. All costs associated with construction, as well as any parkland restoration, will be paid by requester. Recommended by the Parks Board.
The public hearing was closed and Resolution No. 20061116-078 was approved on Council Member Leffingwell's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Dunkerley's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20061116-078, PDF, 841kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-078, Agenda Backup, PDF, 954kb
Item 79 - November 16, 2006
Conduct a public hearing to consider a motion to rescind a March 23, 2006 Council action changing the street name of Pauling Falls Cove to California Cove and approve an ordinance repealing Ordinance No. 20060323-004.
The public hearing was closed and the motion to take no action was approved on Council Member Cole's motion, Council Member Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-079, Agenda Backup, PDF, 46kb
Item 80 - November 16, 2006
Approve a resolution amending Resolution No. 20061019-005, related to authorization and approval of the issuance of Convention Center Hotel Revenue Refunding Bonds in one or more series by Austin Convention Enterprises, Inc.
Resolution No. 20061116-080 was approved.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20061116-080, PDF, 96kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-080, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 90kb
Item 81 - November 16, 2006
Approve an ordinance setting Mayor and Council salaries and compensation and repealing Ordinance No. 000511-71. (Mayor Will Wynn, Mayor Pro Tem Betty Dunkerley, and Council Member Brewster McCracken)
Ordinance No. 20061116-081 was approved on Mayor Pro Tem Dunkerley's motion, Council Member McCracken's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20061116-081, PDF, 43kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20061116-081, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 80kb
20061116-081, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 60kb
Item 82 - November 16, 2006
Discuss issues relating to compensation and benefits for the Austin Municipal Court Judges. (Personnel Matters - Section 551.074)
There are no documents available for this agenda item.
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