Regular Meeting of the Austin City Council
January 26, 2006
Meeting Agenda
Agenda, 960kb
Changes to the Meeting Agenda
Agenda Changes and Corrections Part 1 of 2, 92kb
Agenda Changes and Corrections Part 2 of 2, 127kb
Approved Meeting Minutes
The minutes for the Regular Meeting of January 26, 2006 were approved on the 2nd day of February, 2006 on Mayor Pro Tem Thomas' motion, Council Member Alvarez' second on a 7-0 vote.
Minutes, 961kb
Closed Caption Transcript
Transcript, 195kb
Agenda Items - January 26, 2006
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Item 1 - January 26, 2006
Approval of the minutes from the meeting of January 12, 2006.
The minutes from the meeting of January 12, 2006, were approved.
There are no documents available for this agenda item.
Item 2 - January 26, 2006
Authorize negotiation and execution of a contract for reimbursement of costs to WALTON STACY OFFICE PARTNERS IV., L.P., Austin, TX, for the purchase and installation of heat exchanger(s), associated piping and modifications to existing building air conditioning equipment needed to interconnect the existing building at 515 Congress to the Austin Energy downtown district cooling system in an amount not to exceed $528,000, and for window tinting for this building in an amount not to exceed $142,000, for a total contract amount not to exceed $670,000. (Funding in the amount of $528,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Capital Improvement Budget and $142,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Operating Budget of the Conservation Rebates and Incentive Budget of Austin Energy.) (Recommended by the Electric Utility Commission on November 21, 2005.)
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of a contract was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-002, Agenda Backup, PDF, 96kb
Item 3 - January 26, 2006
Approve the issuance of a Letter of Intent and a rebate in the amount of $57,524 to TRAMMEL CROW RESIDENTIAL, Austin, TX, for the installation of high-efficient air conditioners at their Alexan Onion Creek Apartments. (Funding in the amount of $57,524 is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Operating Budget of the Conservation Rebates and Incentive Budget of Austin Energy.) (Recommended by the Resource Management Commission.)
The motion authorizing the issuance of a letter of intent and a rebate was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-003, Agenda Backup, PDF, 87kb
Item 4 - January 26, 2006
Approve the issuance of a Letter of Intent and a rebate in the amount of $52,414 to TRAMMEL CROW RESIDENTIAL, Austin, TX, for the installation of high-efficient air conditioners at their Talavera Apartment Community. (Funding in the amount of $52,414 is available in the 2005-2006 Operating Budget of the Conservation Rebates and Incentive Budget of Austin Energy.) (Recommended by the Resource Management Commission.)
The motion authorizing the issuance of a letter of intent and a rebate was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-004, Agenda Backup, PDF, 73kb
Item 5 - January 26, 2006
Authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute an agreement with Northtown Municipal Utility District (District) and NWC Howard & I-35, Ltd., through NWC Howard & I-35 GP, LLC, (Developer) to allow the City to provide permanent retail water and wastewater service to a portion of the District and to allow the District to provide interim retail water and wastewater to certain areas outside of the District's boundary. The District, approximately 1,224 acres, is located northeast of the City of Austin, Travis County and is generally bounded by the I-35 East Service Road to its west and Howard Lane to its south, and abuts portions of Dessau Road along its eastern boundary. (Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission.)
The motion authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute an agreement was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-005, Agenda Backup, PDF, 96kb
Item 6 - January 26, 2006
Approve Service Extension Request No. 2446 for water service not to exceed a peak hour flow of 2 gallons per minute (gpm) for a tract of approximately 2.6 acres owned by ZIPPITY HOMES, INC., located within the Drinking Water Protection Zone in the City's extraterritorial jurisdiction at 10604 Foundation Drive. (Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission.) (Related Item 7)
The motion authorizing the service extension request No. 2446 for water service was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-006, Agenda Backup, PDF, 144kb
Item 7 - January 26, 2006
Approve Service Extension Request No. 2447 for wastewater service not to exceed a peak wet weather flow of 2 gallons per minute (gpm) for a tract of approximately 2.6 acres owned by ZIPPITY HOMES, INC., located within Drinking Water Protection Zone in the City's extraterritorial jurisdiction at 10604 Foundation Drive. (Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission.) (Related Item 6)
The motion authorizing the service extension request No. 2447 for wastewater service was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-007, Agenda Backup, PDF, 160kb
Item 8 - January 26, 2006
Approve an ordinance changing the street name of Tootertat Drive to Boyds Way. (The processing fee of $750 dollars has been determined for three street sign locations, one on the corner of Manchaca Road and Tootertat Drive, and one at each of the intersections of Gerald Allen Loop and Tootertat Drive.)
Ordinance No. 20060126-008 was approved.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20060126-008, PDF, 17kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-008, Agenda Backup, PDF, 49kb
Item 9 - January 26, 2006
Approve the negotiation and execution of an interlocal agreement between the City and the CAPITAL AREA COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS (CAPCOG) for the purpose of acquiring new aerial photography and other Geographic Information Systems (GIS) related data through the existing contract between CAPCO and Sanborn Mapping, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $400,000. (Funding in the amount of $400,000 is available in the Operating Budget of the Financial and Administrative Services Department, Communications and Technology Management Office.)
This item was postponed to February 2, 2006.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-009, Agenda Backup, PDF, 317kb
Item 10 - January 26, 2006
Approve an ordinance authorizing acceptance of $177,622 in grant funds from the TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF STATE HEALTH SERVICES (DSHS), TITLE V AND HEALTH RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT OFFICE, Austin, TX; and amending the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Health and Human Services Department Operating Budget Special Revenue Fund of Ordinance No. 20050912-001 to appropriate $177,622 total grant funds for the improvement maternal and child health status in Austin and Travis County, and authorize the creation of four full-time equivalent grant positions. (Funding in the amount of $177,622 is available from the Texas Department of State Health Services, Title V and Health Resources Development Office. The grant period is January 1, 2006 through August 31, 2006. No City match is required.)
Ordinance No. 20060126-010 was approved.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20060126-010, PDF, 29kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-010, Agenda Backup, PDF, 184kb
Item 11 - January 26, 2006
Authorize execution of Amendment #2 to the 12-month contracts with CARITAS OF AUSTIN, Austin, TX, to provide basic needs services, in the amount of $167,890, for a total contract of $353,023, with five renewal options in an amount not to exceed $353,023 per renewal option, for a combined total cost to the City not to exceed $2,118,138; MEALS ON WHEELS AND MORE, INC., Austin, TX, to provide basic needs services, in the amount of $62,282, for a total contract of $222,557, with five renewal options in an amount not to exceed $222,557 per renewal option, for a combined total cost to the City not to exceed $1,335,342; and TRAVIS COUNTY SEXUAL ASSAULT AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SURVIVAL CENTER (SAFEPLACE), Austin, TX, to provide basic needs services to victims of violence/abuse/neglect, in the amount of $309,000, for a total contract of $604,316, with five renewal options in an amount not to exceed $604,316 per renewal option, for a combined total cost to the City not to exceed $3,625,896. (Funding in the amount of $884,922 is included in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Approved Operating Budget of the Health and Human Services Department. The contract period is January 1, 2006, through December 31, 2006. Funding for the renewal options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.)
The motion authorizing the execution of Amendment #2 to the contracts was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-011, Agenda Backup, PDF, 115kb
Item 12 - January 26, 2006
Authorize negotiation and execution of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City and Austin Independent School District (AISD), Austin, TX, to provide funding for four programs for amounts not to exceed: Community Education, $252,350; Victory Tutorial Program, $211,056; After School Enrichment, $627,931; and Mendez Middle School Extended Day Program, $95,000, for a total aggregate contract amount not to exceed $1,186,337, with four renewal options in the same amount per program, not to exceed $1,186,337 per renewal option for all four programs, for total agreement amount not to exceed $5,931,685. (Funding in the amount of $1,186,337 is included in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Approved Operating Budget for the Health and Human Services Department for Community Education, Victory Tutorial, After School Enrichment and the Mendez Middle School Extended Day Program. The contract period for the Interlocal Agreement is October 1, 2005 through September 30, 2006. Funding for renewal options is contingent on available funding in future budgets.)
The motion authorizing negotiation and execution of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-012, Agenda Backup, PDF, 118kb
Item 13 - January 26, 2006
Authorize execution of a 12-month contract with the COUNCIL ON AT-RISK YOUTH (CARY), Austin, TX, for youth training and counseling services, for a total contract amount not to exceed $150,000. (Funding in the amount of $150,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Approved Operating Budget for the Health and Human Services Department. The contract period will be October 1, 2005 through September 30, 2006.)
The motion authorizing the execution of a contract was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-013, Agenda Backup, PDF, 63kb
Item 14 - January 26, 2006
Approve an amendment to the legal services agreement with RENEA HICKS in Travis County et al. v. Rick Perry, et al., Cause No. 05-254, in the United States Supreme Court in an amount not to exceed $23,500, for a total contract amount not to exceed $81,000. (concerns congressional redistricting) (Funding in the amount of $23,500 is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Approved Operating Budget of the Economic Development Fund.) (Related Item 54)
The motion authorizing an amendment to the legal services agreement was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-014, Agenda Backup, PDF, 33kb
Item 15 - January 26, 2006
Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to a legal service agreement with HUGHES & LUCE, L.L.P., Austin, TX, relating to negotiation of the terms of the sale of Block 21, generally located at 2nd Street, Lavaca Street, 3rd Street, and Guadalupe, in an amount not to exceed $150,000, for a total contract amount not to exceed $250,000. (Funding in the amount of $150,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Approved Operating Budget of Economic Growth and Redevelopment Services Office.) (Related Item 56)
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of an amendment to a legal service agreement was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-015, Agenda Backup, PDF, 36kb
Item 16 - January 26, 2006
Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to the legal service contract with THOMPSON & KNIGHT, L.L.P., Austin, TX regarding various real estate matters, including but not limited to transactions related to Computer Service Corporation (CSC), the Second Street Retail Project, in an amount not to exceed $50,000, for a total contract amount not to exceed $665,000. (Funding in the amount of $50,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Approved Operating Budget of the Economic Development Fund.) (Related Item 57)
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of an amendment to the legal service contract was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-016, Agenda Backup, PDF, 40kb
Item 17 - January 26, 2006
Approve the negotiation and execution of a loan to Angie's Mexican Restaurant, Inc., Austin, TX, under the Neighborhood Commercial Management Loan Program in an amount not to exceed $190,000 to construct a restaurant to be located at the 1305 and 1307 East 7th Street in compliance with applicable federal requirements, including Code of Federal Regulations Title 24 Section 85.40 performance goals. (Funding is available in the Neighborhood Housing and Community Development Department Special Revenue Fund - Neighborhood Commercial Management Program Section 108.)
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of a loan was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-017, Agenda Backup, PDF, 86kb
Item 18 - January 26, 2006
Approve second/third readings of an ordinance to annex the Scarbrough Subdivision Area for the limited purposes of planning and zoning (Approximately 46 acres in Travis County west of the intersection of North IH-35 and Three Points Drive between Bratton Lane and North IH-35.) (Limited purpose annexation does not have a significant impact on the general fund.) (Related Item 19)
Ordinance No. 20060126-018 was approved.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20060126-018, PDF, 180kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-018, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 39kb
20060126-018, Agenda Backup, PDF, 218kb
Item 19 - January 26, 2006
Approve second/third readings of an ordinance adopting a regulatory plan for the Scarbrough Subdivision Area, which is being annexed for the limited purposes of planning and zoning. (Limited purpose annexation does not have a significant impact on the general fund.) (Related Item 18)
Ordinance No. 20060126-019 was approved.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20060126-019, PDF, 158kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-019, Agenda Backup, PDF, 124kb
20060126-019, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 104kb
Item 20 - January 26, 2006
Approve a resolution to authorize the fee simple acquisition a wastewater easement comprised of 5,458 square feet of land, temporary working space easement comprised of 7,274 square feet of land, and a temporary staging area and material storage site easement comprised of 3,227 square feet of land out of a portion of the Isaac Decker League, a portion of Block 2B of the Swisher Addition, Travis County, Texas, 409 West Monroe Street, from Ann Swingler and Jack M. Swingler, Jr., in the amount not to exceed $93,271 for the Austin Clean Water Program: Govalle 1-Newton Street Area Wastewater Improvement Project. (Funding is included in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Capital Budget of the Austin Water Utility.)
Resolution No. 20060126-020 was approved.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20060126-020, PDF, 19kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-020, Agenda Backup, PDF, 180kb
Item 21 - January 26, 2006
Approve a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings for the Northeast Area Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant Site to acquire fee simple title (exclusive of subsurface oil, gas, sulfur, and water rights) to 101.460 acres of land out of the John Burleson Survey Number 33, Abstract No. 5, Travis County, Texas, in the amount of $523,272. The acquisition is necessary for the City to construct and operate a wastewater treatment plant on the property. The owner of the property is HORNSBY LAND PARTNERS, L.P. The property is located along the west line of Taylor Lane just north of Decker Lake Road and FM 969, Travis County, TX. (Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Capital Budget of the Austin Water Utility.)
Resolution No. 20060126-021 was approved.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20060126-021, PDF, 347kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-021, Agenda Backup, PDF, 398kb
Item 22 - January 26, 2006
Approve a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings for the Northeast Area Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant Site to acquire fee simple title (exclusive of subsurface oil, gas, sulfur, and water rights) to 230.664 acres of land out of the John Burleson Survey Number 33, Abstract No. 5, and out of the Oliver Buckman Survey Number 40, Abstract Number 60, Travis County, in the amount of $2,221,123. The acquisition is necessary for the City to construct and operate a wastewater treatment plant on the property. The owner of the property is GREEN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, L.P. The property is located along the west line of Taylor Lane just north of Decker Lake Road and FM 969 and the east side of FM 973 just north of Bloor Road, Travis County, TX. (Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Capital Budget of the Austin Water Utility.)
Resolution No. 20060126-022 was approved.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20060126-022, PDF, 469kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-022, Agenda Backup, PDF, 510kb
Item 23 - January 26, 2006
Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to the professional services agreement with PARSONS WATER & INFRASTRUCTURE, INC., Austin, TX, for engineering services for the final design and bid phase for the Downtown Wastewater Tunnel project, in the amount of $4,200,000 for a total contract amount not to exceed $4,753,198.53. (Funding in the amount of $4,200,000 is included in the Fiscal Year 2004-2005 Capital Budget of the Austin Water Utility.) 17.1% MBE and 17.6% WBE subcontractor participation to date. (Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission.)
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of an amendment to the professional services agreement was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-023, Agenda Backup, PDF, 141kb
Item 24 - January 26, 2006
Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to the professional services agreement with ESPEY CONSULTANTS, INC., Austin, TX, for engineering services for the Slaughter Lane Pump Station Expansion in the amount of $105,034 for a total contract amount not to exceed $1,380,927. (Funding is included in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Capital Budget of the Austin Water Utility.) 22.9% MBE and 32.9% WBE subconsultant participation to date. (Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission.)
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of an amendment to the professional services agreement was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-024, Agenda Backup, PDF, 159kb
Item 25 - January 26, 2006
Authorize execution of a construction contract with MUNIZ CONCRETE & CONTRACTING, INC., (MBE/MH 86.65%), Austin, TX, for ADA Sidewalk and Ramp Improvements 2006 City Wide Group 4 in the amount of $2,491,472.75 plus a $249,147.28 contingency, for a total contract amount not to exceed $2,740,620.03. (Funding in the amount of $2,740,620.03 is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Amended Capital Budget of the Public Works Department.) Lowest bid of three received. 8.26% MBE and 5.09% WBE subcontractor participation.
The motion authorizing the execution of a construction contract was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-025, Agenda Backup, PDF, 198kb
Item 26 - January 26, 2006
Authorize execution of a construction contract with SMITH CONTRACTING COMPANY INC., Austin, TX, for Austin Clean Water Program: Little Walnut/Little Emily Way Wastewater Improvements Project in an amount not to exceed $343,983. (Funding is included in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Capital Budget of the Austin Water Utility.) Lowest bid of six received. 14.54% MBE and 4.51% WBE subcontractor participation. (Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission.)
The motion authorizing the execution of a construction contract was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-026, Agenda Backup, PDF, 131kb
Item 27 - January 26, 2006
Authorize execution of a construction contract with AARON CONCRETE CONTRACTORS, LP., (MBE/MH 43.79%), Austin, TX, for Group 12 BGA Street Reconstruction and Utility Adjustments in the amount of $4,086,289.55 plus a $204,314.48 contingency, for a total contract amount not to exceed $4,290,604.03. (Funding in the amount of $2,150,548.84 is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Amended Capital Budget of the Public Works Department and funding in the amount of $2,140,055.19 is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Capital Budget of the Austin Water Utility.) Lowest bid of three received. 48.5 % MBE and 6.2 % WBE subcontractor participation. (Related Items 28, 29)
The motion authorizing the execution of a construction contract was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-027, Agenda Backup, PDF, 302kb
Item 28 - January 26, 2006
Authorize negotiation and execution of a Utility Adjustment Agreement and two Reservation of Rights Agreements with SBC TEXAS (SBC), to allow the City to secure funds from SBC in the amount of $154,192.50, including a construction contingency amount of $7,342, to incorporate the construction of SBC infrastructure adjustments into the City's construction contract for the Group 12 Street Reconstruction and Utility Adjustment Project. (Funding in the amount of $154,192.50, including a construction contingency amount of $7,342.00, will be secured from SBC to amend the Public Works Department Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Capital Budget.) (Related Items 27, 29)
This item was postponed to February 9, 2006.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-028, Agenda Backup, PDF, 369kb
Item 29 - January 26, 2006
Approve an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Public Works Department Capital Budget of Ordinance No. 20050912-002 to appropriate $154,192.50 received from SBC TEXAS (SBC) to fund the re-location of SBC infrastructure at the City's Group 12 Street Reconstruction Project site. (Funding in the amount of $154,192.50 is available from a Utility Adjustment Agreement and two Reservation of Rights Agreements with SBC Texas.) (Related Items 27, 28)
This item was postponed to February 9, 2006.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-029, Agenda Backup, PDF, 64kb
Item 30 - January 26, 2006
Approve a resolution authorizing negotiation and execution of an Interlocal Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation to provide funds received from SPG Arbor Walk, LP, a Texas limited partnership, for construction of an auxiliary turn lane on Loop 1 Northbound Frontage Road. (Funding in the amount of $363,270.40 has been provided by SPG Arbor Walk, LP, to be deposited into an escrow account for this project.) (Related Item 31)
Resolution No. 20060126-030 was approved.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20060126-030, PDF, 14kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-030, Agenda Backup, PDF, 387kb
Item 31 - January 26, 2006
Approve a resolution authorizing negotiation and execution of a contract with SPG ARBOR WALK, LP, a Texas limited partnership, to receive funds from this company and apply them towards construction of an auxiliary turn lane on Loop 1 Northbound Frontage Road. (Funding in the amount of $373,771.34 has been provided by SPG Arbor Walk, LP to be deposited into an escrow account for this project.) (Related Item 30)
Resolution No. 20060126-031 was approved.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20060126-031, PDF, 13kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-031, Agenda Backup, PDF, 309kb
Item 32 - January 26, 2006
Authorize execution of a contract with POWELL ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS, INC., Houston, TX for the purchase of two 38kV switchgear in the amount not to exceed $1,252,676. (Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Approved Capital Budget of Austin Energy.) Only bidder meeting specifications of two bids received. This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9 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 execution of a contract was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-032, Agenda Backup, PDF, 73kb
Item 33 - January 26, 2006
Authorize execution of a 12-month supply agreement with HYUNDAI CORP. (USA) c/o HI-VOLT SALES, New Braunfels, TX for power transformers in the amount not to exceed $3,034,480, with three 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $2,559,121 for the first extension option; $9,939,052 for the second extension option; and $4,552,946 for the third extension period, for a total agreement amount not to exceed $20,085,599. (Funding in the amount of $3,034,480 is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Approved Capital Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the extension options is contingent upon approval of future budgets.) Lowest evaluated bid of nine bids received. This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9 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 execution of a supply agreement was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-033, Agenda Backup, PDF, 115kb
Item 34 - January 26, 2006
Authorize execution of a 12-month supply agreement with MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS SUPPLY, L.P., Austin, TX, for the purchase of ductile iron pipe and PVC water pipe in an amount not to exceed $264,276.40, with two 12-month extension options in the amount not to exceed $264,276.40 per extension option, for a total agreement amount not to exceed $792,829.20. (Funding in the amount of $176,184.32 is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Approved Operating Budget of the Austin Water Utility. Funding for the remaining four months of the original contract period and extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.) Low bid of five bids received. This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9 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 execution of a supply agreement was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-034, Agenda Backup, PDF, 56kb
Item 35 - January 26, 2006
Authorize the ratification of an emergency purchase with BENITEZ CONSTRUCTION INC., Manor, TX, (MBE/MH), for the repair of a section of 15-inch diameter concrete wastewater main in an amount not to exceed $47,250.00 (Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Approved Wastewater Improvement Funds.) Emergency Purchase.
The motion authorizing the ratification of an emergency purchase was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-035, Agenda Backup, PDF, 57kb
Item 36 - January 26, 2006
Authorize negotiation and execution of a 10-year service agreement with GENE BAGWELL dba INTERCARE CORPORATION, San Marcos, TX, for operation and maintenance of City cemeteries in an estimated amount not to exceed $651,230, with two 5-year extension options in an amount not to exceed $325,615 per extension option, for a total agreement amount not to exceed $1,302,460. (Funding in the amount of $65,123 is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Approved Operating Budget of the Parks and Recreation Department. Funding for the remaining nine years of the original contract period and extension options in contingent upon available funding in future budgets.) Only proposal received. This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9 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 negotiation and executive of a service agreement was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-036, Agenda Backup, PDF, 77kb
Item 37 - January 26, 2006
Authorize execution of a 12-month supply agreement with NORTH AMERICAN VIDEO, INC. Brick, NJ for security system hardware in an amount not to exceed $176,733, with two 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $176,733 per extension option, for a total agreement amount not to exceed $530,199. (Funding in the amount of $132,549.75 is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Approved Operating Budget of the Department of Aviation. Funding for the remaining three months of the original contract period and extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.) Lowest bid of six bids received. This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9 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. (Approved by Airport Advisory Commission)
The motion authorizing the execution of a supply agreement was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-037, Agenda Backup, PDF, 71kb
Item 38 - January 26, 2006
Authorize execution of a contract through the State of Texas Multiple Awards Schedule (TXMAS) with BAGLEY'S FLOOR SERVICES LTD, San Antonio, TX, for the purchase and installation of carpet tile at the Chavez Health Clinic for the Building Services Division of the Finance and Administrative Services Department in an amount not to exceed $50,736.86. (Funding is included in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Approved Capital Improvement Project Budget of the Community Care Services Department.) Cooperative Purchase.
The motion authorizing the execution of a contract was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-038, Agenda Backup, PDF, 49kb
20060126-038, Contract Cover Sheet, Bagleys Floor Services - Carpet Tile Install Chavez Clinic, PDF, 19kb
Item 39 - January 26, 2006
Authorize negotiation and execution of Amendment No. 2 to the contract with MOTOROLA INC., Austin TX, for maintenance and support services for the Motorola Trunked Regional Radio System (RRS) to include network monitoring services in an amount not to exceed $95,000, and to increase the three remaining extension options in an amount not to exceed $114,000 per extension option, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $10,412,603. (Funding in the amount of $95,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Approved Operating Budget of the Communications and Technology Budget for the Wireless Communications Services Division. Funding for the increased costs of future maintenance options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.) This contract was awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9 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 negotiation and execution of Amendment No. 2 to the contract was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-039, Agenda Backup, PDF, 71kb
Item 40 - January 26, 2006
Authorize execution of a 60-month lease/purchase agreement with STRYKER, Portage, MI, for powered ambulance stretchers for the Emergency Medical Services Department in an amount not to exceed $787,554. (Funding in the amount of $83,590.60 is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Approved Operating Budget of the Emergency Medical Services Department. Funding for the remaining 53 months of the lease is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.) Only responsive bid of two bids received. This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9 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 execution of a lease/purchase agreement was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-040, Agenda Backup, PDF, 95kb
Item 41 - January 26, 2006
Authorize execution of a contract with AIR CLEANING TECHNOLOGIES, INC., Broken Arrow, OK, for the purchase and installation of eight vehicle emissions exhaust systems for the Emergency Medical Services Department, in an amount not to exceed $142,172. (Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Capital Improvement Project (CIP) budget of the Emergency Medical Services Department.) Sole Source. This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9 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 purchase.
The motion authorizing the execution of a contract was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-041, Agenda Backup, PDF, 62kb
Item 42 - January 26, 2006
Authorize execution of a personal services contract with FOUNDATION COMMUNITIES, Austin, TX, for support of community tax centers during the 2006 tax season, in an amount not to exceed $50,000. (Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Approved Operating Budget of the Economic Growth and Redevelopment Services Office.) This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9 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 execution of a personal services contract was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-042, Agenda Backup, PDF, 37kb
Item 43 - January 26, 2006
Authorize execution of a contract through the State of Texas Multiple Award Schedule (TXMAS) with INTERTECH FLOORING, Austin, TX, for the purchase and installation of flooring at the Cameron Road Campus for the Building Services Division of the Finance and Administrative Services Department in an amount not to exceed $82,159.83. (Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Approved Capital Improvement Project Fund of the Finance and Administrative Services Department, Building Services Division.) Cooperative purchase.
The motion authorizing the execution of a contract was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-043, Agenda Backup, PDF, 52kb
20060126-043, Contract Cover Sheet, Intertech Flooring - Carpet Tile Install Cameron Campus, PDF, 18kb
Item 44 - January 26, 2006
Authorize negotiation and execution of a 12-month service agreement with JI SPECIALTY SERVICES, INC., Austin, TX for third party administration of the City's Workers' Compensation Program in an amount not to exceed $1,454,344, with three 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $1,500,313 for the first extension option, $1,548,118 for the second extension option, and $1,597,835 for the third extension option, for a total agreement amount not to exceed $6,100,610. (Funding in the amount of $848,368 is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Approved Operating Budget of the Human Resources Department, Workers' Compensation Fund. Funding for the remaining five months of the original contract period and extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.) Best evaluated proposal of five proposals received. 10.8% MBE and 2.7% WBE Subcontractor Participation.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of a service agreement was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-044, Agenda Backup, PDF, 85kb
Item 45 - January 26, 2006
Authorize negotiation and execution of a contract with DIANA MCIVER AND ASSOCIATES, INC., Austin, TX, to conduct studies to identify strategies to achieve housing affordability goals for Urban Commuter Rail Stations and Bus Rapid Transit Stations in an amount not to exceed $66,135. (Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Capital Budget of the Neighborhood Planning and Zoning Department.) Best proposal of four proposals received. This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9 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 TOD Ordinance and TOD Resolution were reviewed by the Urban Transportation Commission, Design Commission, Planning Commission, and the Zoning and Platting Commission.)
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of a contract was approved on Council Member McCracken's motion, Council Member Leffingwell's second on a 6-0 vote. Mayor Wynn was absent.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-045, Agenda Backup, PDF, 87kb
Item 46 - January 26, 2006
Authorize execution of a contract through the Texas Local Government Purchasing Cooperative (BuyBoard) with MUSCO SPORTS LIGHTING LLC, Muscatine, IA, for the purchase and installation of ball field lighting and scoreboards in an amount not to exceed $226,380. (Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Approved Capital Budget for the Parks and Recreation Department.) Cooperative Purchase.
The motion authorizing the execution of a contract was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-046, Agenda Backup, PDF, 43kb
Item 47 - January 26, 2006
Authorize execution of a 12-month service contract with MASTEC OF NORTH AMERICA, INC., Austin, TX for traffic signal installation and services in an amount not to exceed $1,606,821.26, with two 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $1,606,821.26 per extension option, for a total contract not to exceed $4,820,463.78. (Funding in the amount of $1,606,821.26 is available in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Amended Capital Budget for the Public Works Department. Funding for the extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.) Lowest bid of two bids received. 19.35% MBE and 5.91% WBE subcontractor participation.
The motion authorizing the execution of a service contract was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-047, Agenda Backup, PDF, 94kb
Item 48 - January 26, 2006
Approve appointments to citizen board and commissions, to Council subcommittees and other intergovernmental bodies, and removal and replacements of members.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-048, Agenda Backup, PDF, 13kb
20060126-048, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 8kb
Item 49 - January 26, 2006
Approve waiver of certain rental and facility use fees in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Fee Schedule of Ordinance No. 050912-04 for use of the McBeth Recreation Center for the Saraswati celebration of the Central Texas Bengali to be held on February 4, 2006. (Council Member Jennifer Kim, Mayor Will Wynn and Council Member Betty Dunkerley)
The motion authorizing a waiver was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-049, Agenda Backup, PDF, 15kb
20060126-049, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 27kb
Item 50 - January 26, 2006
Approve an ordinance establishing criteria and procedures to expedite the naming or renaming of certain parks and facilities in or near East Austin as authorized by Sections 14-1-33 and 14-1-34 of the City Code and waiving certain requirements and fees related to the renaming of streets and plazas as authorized by Chapter 14-5 of the City Code. (Council Member Raul Alvarez and Mayor Will Wynn)
Ordinance No. 20060126-050 was approved.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20060126-050, PDF, 56kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-050, Agenda Backup, PDF, 16kb
20060126-050, Agenda Late Backup Part 1 of 2, PDF, 17kb
20060126-050, Agenda Late Backup Part 2 of 2, PDF, 61kb
Item 51 - January 26, 2006
Approve a resolution initiating changes to Chapter 25 of the Code regarding floor-to-area ratios, maximum height limitations, or other modifications to single family uses to ensure that development is compatible with existing neighborhoods. (Council Member Brewster McCracken, Council Member Betty Dunkerley and Council Member Lee Leffingwell)
Resolution No. 20060126-051 was approved on Council Member Leffingwell's motion, Council Member Dunkerley's second on a 6-0 vote. Mayor Wynn was absent.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20060126-051, PDF, 13kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-051, Agenda Backup, PDF, 26kb
20060126-051, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 13kb
Item 52 - January 26, 2006
Approve an ordinance waiving the signature requirement under Chapter 14-8 of the Code for the Freescale Austin Marathon to be held on Sunday, February 19, 2006. (Mayor Will Wynn and Council Member Jennifer Kim)
Ordinance No. 20060126-052 was approved.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20060126-052, PDF, 23kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-052, Agenda Backup, PDF, 13kb
20060126-052, Agenda Late Backup Part 1 of 2, PDF, 26kb
20060126-052, Agenda Late Backup Part 2 of 2, PDF, 12kb
Item 53 - January 26, 2006
Set a public hearing to consider amendments to Section 25-1-46(D) of the City Code to place cases within Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) districts under the purview of the Planning Commission, and to Section 25-2-766.04(A) and Chapter 25-2, Appendix D of the City Code to establish an Oak Hill TOD District. (Suggested date and time: March 9, 2006 at 6:00 p.m., City Hall Council Chambers, 301 West Second Street.)
The public hearing was set for March 9, 2006 at 6:00 p.m., City Hall Council Chambers, 301 West Second Street.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-053, Agenda Backup, PDF, 41kb
Item 54 - January 26, 2006
Discuss legal issues in Travis County, et al. v. Rick Perry, et al., Cause No. 05-254, in the United States Supreme Court, and the outside legal contract with Renea Hicks. (concerns congressional redistricting) (Related Item 14)
This item was withdrawn.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-054, Agenda Backup, PDF, 16kb
Item 55 - January 26, 2006
Discuss legal issues related to the duties and composition of the Board of Adjustment.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-055, Agenda Backup, PDF, 14kb
Item 56 - January 26, 2006
Discuss legal issues relating to the terms of the sale of Block 21, generally located at 2nd Street, Lavaca Street, 3rd Street, and Guadalupe, and the legal service agreement with Hughes & Luce, L.L.P. (Related Item 15)
This item was withdrawn.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-056, Agenda Backup, PDF, 16kb
Item 57 - January 26, 2006
Discuss legal issues regarding various real estate matters, including but not limited to transactions related to Computer Service Corporation (CSC), the Second Street Retail Project, and an outside service contract with Thompson & Knight, L.L.P. (Related Item 16)
This item was withdrawn.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-057, Agenda Backup, PDF, 17kb
Item 58 - January 26, 2006
Discuss legal issues regarding expansion of the Ullrich Water Treatment Plant and the associated contract with Archer Western Contractors, Ltd., and discuss a legal services agreement with Scott Douglas and McConnico, in connection with project resolution and potential litigation.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-058, Agenda Backup, PDF, 17kb
Item 59 - January 26, 2006
Discuss acquisition and use of property for Austin Water Utility water treatment facilities.
This item was postponed to February 16, 2006 as part of the Consent Agenda action.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-059, Agenda Backup, PDF, 14kb
Item 60 - January 26, 2006
NPA-05-0016.02 - East 5th & Allen Street - Approve second/third readings of an ordinance to amend Ordinance No. 030327-12 (Govalle/Johnston Terrace Combined Neighborhood Plan), an element of the Austin Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan to change the Future Land Use Map from commercial land use designation to mixed use designation for the property located at 3304 East 5th Street. First reading approved on December 1, 2005. Vote: 6-0 (McCracken off the dais). Applicant: Saldana Homes. Agent: Rose Marie Rocha. City Staff: Scott Whiteman, 974-2865. (Related Item 61)
This item was postponed to February 16, 2006 at staff's request.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-060, Agenda Backup, PDF, 514kb
Item 61 - January 26, 2006
C14-05-0123 - East 5th & Allen Street - Approve second/third readings of an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 3304 East 5th Street (Boggy Creek Watershed) from community commercial-neighborhood plan (GR-NP) combining district zoning to community commercial-mixed use-neighborhood plan (GR-MU-NP) combining district zoning. First reading approved on December 1, 2005. Vote: 6-0 (McCracken off the dais). Applicant and Agent: Teresa Saldana. City Staff: Robert Heil, 974-2330. (Related Item 60)
This item was postponed to February 16, 2006 staff's request.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-061, Agenda Backup, PDF, 552kb
Item 62 - January 26, 2006
C14-04-0206 - Parke Corners Section 1 and the Parke Recreation Area, Phase A - Approve second/third readings of an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by zoning property locally known as 7400 R.M. 620 North and 11620 Bullick Hollow Road (Lake Travis Watershed) from interim-rural residence (I-RR) district zoning to community commercial-conditional overlay (GR-CO) combining district zoning with conditions. First reading approved on December 15, 2005. Vote: 7-0. Applicant: Parke Properties I, L.P. ( Fred Purcell), GDF Realty Investment, LTD. (R. James George). Agent: Bennett Consulting (Jim Bennett). City Staff: Sherri Sirwaitis, 974-3057.
Ordinance No. 20060126-062 for community commercial-conditional overlay (GR-CO) combining district zoning with conditions was approved.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20060126-062, PDF, 429kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-062, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 38kb
20060126-062, Agenda Backup, PDF, 1.7mb
20060126-062, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 99kb
20060126-062, Restrictive Covenant, PDF, 447kb
Item 63 - January 26, 2006
C14-05-0172 - Colina Vista - Approve second/third readings of an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 9716 F.M. 2222 (West Bull Creek Watershed) from limited office (LO) district zoning and community commercial (GR) district zoning to townhouse and condominium residence-conditional overlay (SF-6-CO) combining district zoning. First reading approved on December 1, 2005. Vote: 6-0, Council Member McCracken off the dais. Applicant: 2222 Research Park, Ltd. (Tim Jamail). Agent: Armbrust & Brown, L.L.P. (Richard T. Suttle, Jr.) City Staff: Sherri Sirwaitis, 974-3057.
This item was postponed to February 9, 2006 at the applicant's request.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-063, Agenda Backup, PDF, 984kb
Item 64 - January 26, 2006
C14H-04-0015 - Gregg House - Approve second/third readings of an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 2700 E. 12th Street from family residence-neighborhood plan (SF-3-NP) combining district zoning to family residence-historic-neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-NP) combining district zoning. First reading approved on December 2, 2004. Vote: 7-0. Applicant: Historic Landmark Commission. Agent: Neighborhood Planning and Zoning Department. City Staff: Steve Sadowsky, 974-6454.
This item was denied.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-064, Agenda Backup, PDF, 620kb
Item 65 - January 26, 2006
C14H-04-0020 - James and Mary Owens House - Approve second/third readings of an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 1809 East 13th Street from general commercial services-neighborhood plan (CS-NP) district zoning to general commercial services-historic-neighborhood plan (CS-H-NP) combining district zoning. First reading approved on December 2, 2004. Vote: 7-0. Applicant: Historic Landmark Commission. Agent: Neighborhood Planning and Zoning Department. City Staff: Steve Sadowsky, 974-6454. This item was denied.
This item was denied.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-065, Agenda Backup, PDF, 502kb
Item 66 - January 26, 2006
C14-05-0137 - 1109 South Lamar - Approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 1109 South Lamar (Bouldin Creek Watershed) from general commercial services (CS) district zoning to commercial-liquor sales-conditional overlay (CS-1-CO) combining district zoning. Zoning and Platting Commission Recommendation: To deny commercial-liquor sales-conditional overlay (CS-1-CO) combining district zoning. Applicant and agent: Bobbie Lemmond. City Staff: Robert Heil, 974-2330.
This item was postponed to February 9, 2006 at the applicant's request.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-066, Agenda Backup, PDF, 2.0mb
Item 67 - January 26, 2006
Conduct a public hearing to consider an ordinance amending Sections 25-8-2(D)(7)(a) and 25-8-2 (D) (10) (a) of the City Code to provide more consistency in nomenclature in describing the watersheds within each regulated area. (Approved by the Code & Ordinances Subcommittee and Environmental Board.)
This item was postponed to February 9, 2006 at staff's request on Council Member McCracken's motion, Council Member Leffingwell's second on a 5-0 vote. Mayor Wynn was absent. Council Member Kim was off the dais.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-067, Agenda Backup, PDF, 136kb
Item 68 - January 26, 2006
Conduct a public hearing on an appeal by applicant Tumbleweed Investment Joint Venture of the Zoning and Platting Commission's denial of applicant's extension requests for a site plan; Rancho La Valencia, SP-01-0356D, located at 9512 FM 2222. (The Zoning and Platting Commission denied appeal and denied three-year extension.)
This item was postponed to February 2, 2006 at the applicant's request on Council Member McCracken's motion, Council Member Alvarez' second on a 5-0 vote. Mayor Wynn was absent. Council Member Kim was off the dais.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-068, Agenda Backup, PDF, 469kb
20060126-068, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 148kb
Item 69 - January 26, 2006
Conduct a public hearing and adopt a non-substantive ordinance amending Chapter 25-8 of the City Code to clarify application of water quality and impervious cover regulations to single family or duplex residential lots. (The Environmental Board recommended approval of the amendments on December 14, 2005. The Planning Commission Codes and Ordinances Subcommittee reviewed the ordinance on December 20, 2005, and the Planning Commission recommended approval on January 10, 2006.)
The public hearing was closed and Ordinance No. 20060126-069 was approved on Council Member McCracken's motion, Council Member Kim's second on a 6-0 vote. Mayor Wynn was absent.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20060126-069, PDF, 162kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-069, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 38kb
20060126-069, Agenda Backup, PDF, 136kb
Item Z001 - January 26, 2006
C14-05-0169 - Scarbrough Business Park - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by zoning and rezoning property locally known as North Interstate Highway-35 and Bratton Lane (Gilleland Creek Watershed) from interim-rural residence (I-RR) district zoning and general commercial services-conditional overlay (CS-CO) combining district zoning to limited industrial services (LI) district zoning with conditions. Zoning and Platting Commission Recommendation: To grant limited industrial services (LI) district zoning with conditions. Applicant: LIT Industrial Limited Partnership (Jeanna Camp). Agent: Drenner & Golden Stuart Wolff, L.L.P. (Michele Hausmann). City Staff: Sherri Sirwaitis, 974-3057.
Ordinance No. 20060126-Z001 for limited industrial services (LI) district zoning with conditions was approved.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20060126-Z001, PDF, 354kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-Z001, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 39kb
20060126-Z001, Agenda Backup, PDF, 1.6mb
20060126-Z001, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 90kb
20060126-Z001, Restrictive Covenant, PDF, 352kb
Item Z002 - January 26, 2006
C14-05-0168 - KB Sheldon 230 - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by zoning property locally known as 7900 Thaxton Road (Onion Creek Watershed) from interim-rural residence (I-RR) district zoning to community commercial (GR) district zoning. Zoning and Platting Commission Recommendation: To grant community commercial-conditional overlay (GR-CO) combining district zoning with conditions. Applicant: FC Properties One, Ltd. (William A. McDonald). Agent: Thrower Design (Ron Thrower). City Staff: Wendy Walsh, 974-7719.
The first reading of the ordinance was approved for community commercial-conditional overlay (GR-CO) combining district zoning with a restrictive covenant with conditions of the Neighborhood Traffic Analysis, as recommended by staff, with the exception that the property be limited to 700 trips, unless a Traffic Impact Analysis is submitted and approved by the City.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-Z002, Agenda Backup, PDF, 618kb
Item Z003 - January 26, 2006
C14-05-0111.06 - Trinity Church - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 3000 Montopolis Drive (Country Club Creek Watershed) from single-family residence-standard lot (SF-2) district zoning to general commercial services (CS) district zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant general commercial services (CS) district zoning. Applicant and Agent: City of Austin, Neighborhood Planning and Zoning Department. City Staff: Robert Heil, 974-2330.
Ordinance No. 20060126-Z003 for general commercial services (CS) district zoning was approved.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20060126-Z003, PDF, 70kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-Z003, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 36kb
20060126-Z003, Agenda Backup, PDF, 812kb
Item Z004 - January 26, 2006
C14-05-0149 - Bradfield Zoning - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 3400 Northland Drive and 5701 Highland Hills Drive (Shoal Creek Watershed) from family residence (SF-3) district zoning and neighborhood office (NO) district zoning to community commercial (GR) district zoning. Zoning and Platting Commission Recommendation: To deny community commercial (GR) district zoning. Applicant: Robert Heisman. Agent: William Faust. City Staff: Jorge E. Rousselin, 974-2975.
This item was postponed to April 6, 2006 at the applicant's request.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-Z004, Agenda Backup, PDF, 1.5mb
Item Z005 - January 26, 2006
C14-00-2062 (RCA)(2) - Martens Zoning - Conduct a public hearing and approve a restrictive covenant amendment for the property located at 807 East 11th Street (Waller Creek Watershed). Planning Commission Recommendation: Planning Commission Recommendation: To approve the restrictive covenant amendment. Applicant: Steven Martens. Agent: David Armbrust. City Staff: Robert Heil, 974-2330. (Related Item Z-6)
This item was postponed to February 16, 2006 at staff's request.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-Z005, Agenda Backup, PDF, 403kb
Item Z006 - January 26, 2006
C14-00-2062 (RCA)(3) - AMJRH Zoning - Conduct a public hearing and approve a restrictive covenant amendment for the property located at 811 East 9th Street and 808-818 East 8th Street (Waller Creek Watershed). Planning Commission Recommendation: Planning Commission Recommendation: To approve the restrictive covenant amendment. Applicant: AMJRH Investments Ltd. Agent: David Armbrust. City Staff: Robert Heil, 974-2330. (Related Item Z-5)
This item was postponed to February 16, 2006 at staff's request.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-Z006, Agenda Backup, PDF, 182kb
Item Z007 - January 26, 2006
C14-04-0030 - Time Insurance, Inc. - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 1405 & 1415 East Riverside Drive (Town Lake Watershed) from limited office (LO) district zoning and family residence (SF-3) district zoning to community commercial-mixed use (GR-MU) combining district zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To deny community commercial-mixed use (GR-MU) combining district zoning. Applicant and Property Owner: Schuler Family Trust 1998 (John Schuler) Agent: Thrower Design (Ron Thrower). City Staff: Robert Heil, 974-2330. A valid petition has been filed in opposition to this rezoning request.
This item was postponed to March 23, 2006 at staff's request.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-Z007, Agenda Backup, PDF, 1.5mb
Item Z008 - January 26, 2006
C14-05-0112.01 - East Riverside/Oltorf Neighborhood Plan - Tract 15 - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 1902-1912 E. Riverside Drive (Country Club Creek Watershed) from commercial-liquor sales (CS-1) district zoning to community commercial (GR) district zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant community commercial (GR) district zoning. Applicant: R.H. Daugherty. Agent: Neighborhood Planning and Zoning Department. City Staff: Robert Heil, 974-2330.
The first reading of the ordinance for community commercial (GR) district zoning was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-Z008, Agenda Backup, PDF, 1.1mb
Item Z009 - January 26, 2006
C14-05-0112.02 - East Riverside/Oltorf Neighborhood Plan, Tract 30 - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 2410 E. Riverside Drive (Country Club Creek Watershed) from general commercial services (CS) district zoning to community commercial (GR) district zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant community commercial (GR) district zoning. Applicant: Robert W. Trautmann. Agent: Neighborhood Planning and Zoning Department. City Staff: Robert Heil, 974-2330.
The first reading of the ordinance for community commercial (GR) district zoning was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-Z009, Agenda Backup, PDF, 1.1mb
Item Z010 - January 26, 2006
C14-05-0112.03 - East Riverside/Oltorf Neighborhood Plan, Tract 31 - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 2410 E. Riverside Drive (Country Club Creek Watershed) from commercial-liquor sales (CS-1) district zoning to community commercial (GR) district zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant community commercial (GR) district zoning. Robert W. Trautmann. Agent: Neighborhood Planning and Zoning Department. City Staff: Robert Heil, 974-2330.
The first reading of the ordinance for community commercial (GR) district zoning was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-Z010, Agenda Backup, PDF, 1.1mb
Item Z011 - January 26, 2006
C14-05-0112.04 - East Riverside/Oltorf Neighborhood Plan, Tract 46 - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 1605 E. Riverside Drive (Country Club Creek Watershed) from general commercial services (CS) district zoning to community commercial (GR) district zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant community commercial (GR) district zoning. Applicant: Michael J. Sullivan. Agent: Neighborhood Planning and Zoning Department. City Staff: Robert Heil, 974-2330.
This item was withdrawn at staff's request and without Council's objection.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-Z011, Agenda Backup, PDF, 1.1mb
Item Z012 - January 26, 2006
C14-05-0113.03 - East Riverside/Oltorf Neighborhood Plan, Tracts 304 & 305 - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 5602, 5604, 5700 E. Riverside Drive (Country Club Creek Watershed) from family residence (SF-3) district zoning to single-family residence-large lot (SF-1) district zoning and neighborhood commercial-mixed use-conditional overlay (LR-MU-CO) combining district zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant single-family residence-large lot (SF-1) district zoning (Tract 304) and neighborhood commercial-mixed use-conditional overlay (LR-MU-CO) combining district zoning (Tract 305). Applicant: Larry and Robin Yount. Agent: Neighborhood Planning and Zoning Department. City Staff: Robert Heil, 974-2303.
The first reading of the ordinance for single-family residence-large lot (SF-1) district zoning (Tract 304) and neighborhood commercial-mixed use-conditional overlay (LR-MU-CO) combining district zoning (Tract 305) was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-Z012, Agenda Backup, PDF, 743kb
Item Z013 - January 26, 2006
NPA-05-0016.01 - 7th & Gunter - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Ordinance 030327-12 (Govalle/Johnston Terrace Combined Neighborhood Plan) an element of the Austin Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan to change the future land use map from commercial land use designation to mixed use designation for the property located at 704 Gunter Street (Boggy Creek Watershed). Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant mixed use designation. Applicant and Agent: Teresa Saldana. City Staff: Scott Whiteman, 974-6054. (Related Item Z-14)
The public hearing was closed and the first reading of the ordinance for mixed use designation was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-Z013, Agenda Backup, PDF, 800kb
Item Z014 - January 26, 2006
C14-05-0122 - 7th & Gunter - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 704 Gunter Street (Boggy Creek Watershed) from general commercial services-conditional overlay-neighborhood plan (CS-CO-NP) combining district zoning to general commercial services-mixed use-conditional overlay-neighborhood plan (CS-MU-CO-NP) combining district zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant commercial services-mixed use-conditional overlay-neighborhood plan (CS-MU-CO-NP) combining district zoning. Applicant and Agent: Teresa Saldana. City Staff: Robert Heil, 974-2330. Note: A valid petition has been filed in opposition to this rezoning request. (Related Item Z-13)
The public hearing was closed and the first reading of the ordinance for commercial services-mixed use-conditional overlay-neighborhood plan (CS-MU-CO-NP) combining district zoning was approved.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-Z014, Agenda Backup, PDF, 703kb
Item Z015 - January 26, 2006
C14-05-0085 - POWERS 20 - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 11520 North IH-35 Service Road Southbound (Walnut Creek Watershed) from general office (GO) district zoning to community commercial (GR) district zoning. Zoning and Platting Commission Recommendation: To grant neighborhood commercial-conditional overlay (LR-CO) combining district zoning. Applicant: Frank Alattar/Fred Powers. Agent: Fred Powers. City Staff: Jorge E. Rousselin, 974-2975.
This item was postponed to March 2, 2006 at the applicant's request.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20060126-Z015, Agenda Backup, PDF, 724kb
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