Thursday, December 09, 2010
301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX
For meeting information, contact City Clerk, 974-2210
 
   Austin City Council Agenda   
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The City Council will go into a closed session under Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code
to receive advice from legal counsel, to discuss matters of land acquisition, to discuss personnel matters,
to discuss or take action on a “competitive matter” of Austin Energy as provided for
under Section 551.086, or for other reasons permitted by law as specifically listed on this agenda.
If necessary, the City Council may go into a closed session as permitted by law regarding any item on this agenda.

   
  Reading and Action on Consent Agenda
  Action on the Following:
  Ordinances / Resolutions / Motions -
    All of the following items may be acted upon by one motion. No separate discussion or action on any of the items is necessary unless desired by a Council Member.
 

9:55 AM -- Invocation
  Imam Islam, North Austin Muslim Community Center

10:00 AM -- City Council Convenes
 


Approval of Minutes
1 . Approve the minutes of the Austin City Council special called meetings of November 15 and 17, 2010, regular meeting of November 18, 2010 and special called meeting of December 2, 2010.
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Austin Energy
2 . Approve a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings for the acquisition of (i) two 200-foot wide electric transmission and distribution utility easements being 1.055 acres each for a total of 2.110 acres, and (ii) a fee simple interest in a 20.67 acre tract of land out of the James Gilleland Survey Number 13, Abstract Number 12, Travis County, Texas, in the amount of $541,656.00, required in connection with the construction of a combination transmission/distribution substation and related facilities. The owners of the needed property interests are Fannie Ruth Salyer, Don Allen Salyer, Sylvia Gay Meyer, Ella Louise Lind, Ralph Daily Glass, James Robert Glass, Mary Francis Wisian, Joe Jaime, and James Parker, all of whom will be included in the eminent domain proceedings. Funding is available in the 2010-2011 Capital Budget of Austin Energy. Recommended by the Electric Utility Commission.
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3 . Approve an ordinance amending Chapter 2-1 of the City Code relating to City boards and commissions; amending Chapter 4-8 of the City Code relating to the regulation of lobbyists; repealing Subsection 14-2-19(C) of the City Code relating to the duties of the Renaissance Market Commission; and dissolving the Renaissance Market Commission.
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Contract and Land Management
4 . Approve a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings for the Fort Branch Watershed Management Area Reach 6 & 7 Channel Rehabilitation – Truelight Area and Eleanor Drive Area Project to acquire a 1,678 square foot drainage easement out of Lot 20, Block 1, Lincoln Gardens Section One, a subdivision in the City of Austin, Travis County, Texas in the amount of $2,265.00. The owners of the needed property interest, CHARLES BROWN, ALBERT LOGGINS, ROY LOGGINS, RAY LOGGINS, SUSIE MARIE BROWN, CLARENCE DOUG SIMMS, TOMMY JOE LOGANS and FELICIA DEE, who are the heirs to the estate of ETHEL MAE LOGGINS AKA ETHEL MAE LOGANS. The property is located at 1220 Fort Branch Boulevard, Austin, Travis County, Texas. Funding is included in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Capital Budget of the Watershed Protection Department.
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5 . Authorize execution of a construction contract with SMITH CONTRACTING CO. INC., Austin, TX for ADA Sidewalk & Ramp Improvements 2010 Group 9 City Wide in the amount of $1,404,885 plus a $140,488.50 contingency, for a total contract amount not to exceed $1,545,373.50. Funding in the amount of $1,545,373.50 is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Capital Budget of the Public Works Department. Lowest bid of 3 bids received. This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9A of the City Code (Minority Owned and Women Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program) by meeting the goals with 12.77% MBE and 2.47% WBE subcontractor participation.
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6 . Authorize execution of a construction contract with MUNIZ CONCRETE & CONTRACTING, INC., (MBE/MH-20.74%) Austin, TX, for the Austin History Center Exterior Restoration and ADA Accessible Ramp Addition in an amount not to exceed $89,389.79. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Capital Budget of the Library Department. Lowest bid of 5 bids. This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9A of the City Code (Minority Owned and Women Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program) by meeting the goals with 20.74% MBE prime and 61.62% MBE and 11.24% WBE subcontractor participation. Recommended by the Historic Landmark Commission.
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7 . Authorize execution of a construction contract with SMITH CONTRACTING CO, INC, Austin, TX for the Loop 360 Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvement Program in the amount of $409,734.50 plus a $40,973.45 contingency, for a total contract amount not to exceed $450,707.95. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Capital Budget of the Public Works Department. Lowest bid of 8 bids received. This contract will be awarded in compliance with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 26 (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program) and Chapter 2-9A of the City Code (Minority Owned and Women Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program) by meeting the goal with 11.06% DBE subcontractor participation.
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8 . Authorize the exercise of a 34-month lease extension option for 52 parking spaces for the Financial Management Division of the Austin Water Utility and a construction staging area for the Waller Creek Tunnel Project, on land located at 701-703 E. 9th Street, under a current lease from ANN PARSONS BURATTI REAL ESTATE TRUST, Austin, TX, in an amount not to exceed $131,081 for the extension of the term. Funding for the remaining lease term period is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.
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9 . Authorize the negotiation and execution of a one (1) year lease with AUSTIN TRAVIS COUNTY INTEGRAL CARE, INC., for the use of a 4,350 square foot free standing building located at 5307 E. Riverside Drive, for the purpose of providing shelter and care to special needs homeless. The lease revenue is $1 annually.
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10 . Authorize the negotiation and execution of a month-to-month lease renewal with funding authorization for up to 12-months, for up to 125 parking spaces for employees of the Faulk Central Library and the Austin History Center of the Austin Public Library Department, located at 800 Lavaca, with TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS, Austin TX, in an amount not to exceed $157,500. Funding in the amount of $118,125 is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Operating Budget of the Library Department. Funding for the remaining lease term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.
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11 . Authorize the negotiation and execution of a 12-month renewal of the lease from 5005 B.W. LP for 2.52 acres of land and 3,000 square feet of office and warehouse improvements located at 5109 E. Ben White, used by the Watershed Protection Department, Pond Maintenance Program, in an amount not to exceed $58,000. Funding in the amount of $56,250 is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Operating Budget of the Watershed Protection Department. Funding for the remaining contract period is contingent on available funding in future budgets.
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12 . Authorize the negotiation and execution of a professional services agreement with STANLEY CONSULTANTS, INC., Austin, TX, or one of the other qualified responders to RFQ Solicitation No. CLMP063, to provide professional engineering services for Electric Service Delivery in an amount not to exceed $3,000,000. Funding in the amount of $2,500,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Capital Budget of Austin Energy. Funding in the amount of $500,000 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Staff recommendation is the most qualified firm out of six firms evaluated through the City's qualification-based selection process. This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9B of the City Code (Minority Owned and Women Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program) by meeting the goals with 15.80% MBE and 15.80% WBE subconsultant participation. Recommended by the Electric Utility Commission.
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Financial and Administrative Services
13 . Approve an ordinance relating to the “CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS, WATER AND WASTEWATER SYSTEM REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2010A” and “CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS, WATER AND WASTEWATER SYSTEM REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS, TAXABLE SERIES 2010B (Direct Subsidy-Build America Bonds)” authorized pursuant to Ordinance No. 20101118-074 adopted by the City Council on November 18, 2010; repealing and replacing Exhibit A only, to update the description of the commercial paper notes being refunded by the Series 2010B Bonds.
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Health and Human Services
14 . Authorize a modification to Amendment No. 3 to the Interlocal Agreement with AUSTIN INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT for the Teen Parent Child Services Program to increase the total contract amount by $9,000, not to exceed $658,576. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Operating Budget of the Neighborhood Housing and Community Services Office through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). The initial period of the Agreement was October 1, 2009 through September 30, 2010. The renewal period is October 1, 2010 through September 30, 2011.
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15 . Authorize negotiation and execution of an Interlocal Agreement with MANOR INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT for the City of Austin Health and Human Services Department’s Tobacco Prevention Program, for the development and implementation of youth education and engagement programs in tobacco prevention, for an 11-month term beginning October 1, 2010, in an amount not to exceed $30,000, with one 12-month renewal option, for a total contract amount not to exceed $60,000. Funding is available in the Fiscal year 2010-2011 Operating Budget for the Health and Human Services Department Special Revenue Fund. The grant period is September 1, 2010 through August 1, 2011.
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16 . Authorize the execution of an Interlocal Agreement between the City of Austin and the VILLAGE OF SAN LEANNA for environmental complaint investigation services during the period of October 1, 2010 through September 30, 2011 in an amount payable of $1,440 to the City of Austin with four one-year renewal options in an amount of $1,440 per renewal option for a total contract amount not less than $7,200. $1,440 in revenue is included in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Health and Human Services Department Operating Budget.
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17 . Approve an ordinance accepting $679 in grant funds from the TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, Community Services Block Grant, and amending the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Health and Human Services Department Operating Budget Special Revenue Fund of Ordinance No. 20100913-002 to appropriate $679 for the delivery of basic needs, case management, employment support and preventive health services to low-income residents. These additional grant funds bring the total grant amount to $892,679. Funding is available from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, Community Services Block Grant. The grant period is January 1, 2010 through December 31, 2010. No City match is required.
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18 . Approve an ordinance authorizing acceptance of $154,094 in grant funds from the TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF STATE HEALTH SERVICES, INFECTIOUS DISEASE INTERVENTION AND CONTROL BRANCH, and amending the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Health and Human Services Operating Budget of Ordinance No. 20100913-002 to appropriate $154,094 for the Refugee Health Screening Program to provide refugee health screening and to add a 0.25 full-time equivalent position. Funding is available from the Texas Department of State Health Services, Infectious Disease Intervention and Control Branch, Austin, Texas. The grant period is October 1, 2010 through September 30, 2011. No City match is required.
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19 . Approve an ordinance accepting $10,286 in grant funds from the TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF STATE HEALTH SERVICES, INFECTIOUS DISEASE INTERVENTION AND CONTROL BRANCH, and amending the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Health and Human Services Department Operating Budget Special Revenue Fund of Ordinance No. 20100913-002 by appropriating $10,286 for the Tuberculosis Control and Outreach Program to cover payroll expenses. Funding is available from the Texas Department of State Health Services, Infectious Disease Intervention and Control Branch, Austin, Texas. The grant period is January 1, 2011 through December 31, 2011. No City match is required.
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20 . Approve an ordinance authorizing acceptance of $13,761 in grant funds from the TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF STATE HEALTH SERVICES WIC PROGRAM, and amending the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Health and Human Services Department Operating Budget Special Revenue Fund of Ordinance No. 20100913-002 to appropriate $13,761 to fund the increase in health benefits costs. Funding is available from the Texas Department of State Health Services, WIC Program. The grant period is October 1, 2010 through September 30, 2011. No City match is required.
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Neighborhood Housing and Community Development
21 . Approve a resolution authorizing a fee-in-lieu of providing affordable housing on site in exchange for a development bonus in the Plaza Saltillo Transit-Oriented Development district for the property at 916 East 7th Street (the Bonneville Mixed Use project).
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Parks and Recreation
22 . Authorize negotiation and execution of an Interlocal Agreement between the City of Austin and the Austin Independent School District (AISD) for shared parking at Austin Recreation Center / House Park Stadium.
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23 . Authorize the negotiation and execution of a Parkland Improvement, Maintenance and Amendment to Use Agreement with the Austin Y. M. B. L. Sunshine Camp d/b/a The Young Men's Business League of Austin for the construction, use and operation of the existing facility in Zilker Park which is used to support the Austin Sunshine Camp over-night summer camp and year-round leadership programs for underprivileged children. Recommended by the Parks and Recreation Board.
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Planning and Development Review
24 . Approve second/third readings of an ordinance for full purpose annexation of the Pearson Place at Avery Ranch Area (approximately 196 acres in southern Williamson County south of Avery Ranch Boulevard at the intersection of Avery Ranch Boulevard and Double Eagle Pass); and establish an interim zoning classification. Funding necessary to provide general governmental services to this tract is available in the budgets of the departments which will provide the services.
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25 . Approve an ordinance granting variances to Section 25-9-158 (public hearing deadline) and Section 25-9-159 (Council action deadline) of the City Code relating to petitions submitted for consent to the creation of the Pilot Knob Municipal Utility Districts 1-5 (approximately 2,214 acres of land located east of IH 35 between McKinney Falls Parkway and US 183 South).
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Police
26 . Approve an ordinance accepting $25,000 in renewal grant funds from the Texas Department of Transportation; and amending the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Police Department Operating Budget Special Revenue Fund of Ordinance No. 20100913-002 to appropriate $25,000 for the Austin Police Department project entitled "DWI Selective Traffic Enforcement Project.” Funding in the amount of $70,000 is available in a grant from Texas Department of Transportation to conduct DWI Selective Traffic Enforcement initiatives. A cash match of $23,333 is required and will be met with in-kind vehicle mileage costs.
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27 . Approve an ordinance accepting $150,000 in grant funds from the State of Texas, Governor's Office, Criminal Justice Division and amending the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Police Department Operating Budget Special Revenue Fund of Ordinance No. 20100913-002 to appropriate $150,000 to conduct citywide targeted enforcement of adult transnational gang activity. Funding is available from the State of Texas, Criminal Justice Division, Operators and Chauffeurs Fund for the project period of October 1, 2010 to August 31, 2011.
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28 . Approve a resolution authorizing the acceptance of $150,000 in grant funding from the State of Texas, Governor's Office, Criminal Justice Division to conduct citywide targeted enforcement of adult transnational gang activity. Funding is available from the State of Texas, Criminal Justice Division, Operators and Chauffeurs Fund for the project period of October 1, 2010 to August 31, 2011.
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Public Works
29 . Approve an ordinance authorizing execution of an Advance Funding Agreement between the City of Austin and the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) for award of $500,000 in Safe Routes to School funds to construct sidewalks near Metz and Blanton Elementary Schools and Pearce Middle School; accepting grant funds in the amount of $500,000 from the Texas Department of Transportation; amending the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Public Works Department Operating Budget Special Revenue Fund of Ordinance No. 20100913-002 to appropriate $500,000 in Safe Route to School funds; and amending the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Public Works Department Capital Budget of Ordinance No. 20100913-003 to transfer in $500,000 from the Public Works Department Special Revenue Fund for sidewalks. The total grant amount of $500,000 will be provided by TXDOT. The required $522,211 local match is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Capital Budget of the Public Works Department.
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30 . Approve the Architectural Building Program Narrative for the New Central Library Project, adopt a project funding plan that increases the project budget from $90 million to $120 million, and authorize the City Manager to proceed with the design phase based on the revised funding plan. November 22, 2010 - Library Commission Briefed (scheduled)
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Purchasing Office
31 . Authorize award, negotiation, and execution of a contract with DONALDSON COMPANY, INC., Minneapolis, MN, for the purchase of intake air filters for combustion turbines in an amount not to exceed $54,847.24. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Sole bid received. This purchase 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. Recommended by the Electric Utility Commission.
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32 . Authorize award and execution of a contract with DRAKE CONTROLS, LLC, Houston, TX, or the other qualified bidder for IFB-BV No. DKC0055 for the overhaul of five gas control valves and actuators for a gas turbine at the Sand Hill Energy Center in an amount not to exceed $111,600. Funding in the amount of $111,600 is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Best evaluated bid of two 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 Electric Utility Commission.
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33 . Authorize award, negotiation, and execution of a 12-month requirements service contract with ES&H OF TEXAS, Pasadena, TX, or the other qualified offeror to RFP No. DKC0018, to provide remediation of possible oil spills in navigable waterways in an estimated amount not to exceed $219,359, with four 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $219,359 per extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $1,096,795. Funding in the amount of $164,519 is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining three months of the original contract period and extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. 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. Recommended by the Electric Utility Commission.
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34 . Authorize award, negotiation, and execution of a 24-month requirements service contract with GRUENE ENVIRONMENTAL CONSTRUCTION, LLC, New Braunfels, TX, or one of the other qualified offerors to RFP No. DKC0019, to provide remediation of hazardous spills in an estimated amount not to exceed $580,646, with three 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $290,323 per extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $1,451,615. Funding in the amount of $217,742 is included in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining 15 months of the original contract period and extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Best evaluated proposal of five 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. Recommended by the Electric Utility Commission.
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35 . Authorize award and execution of a 12-month revenue contract with MIDSTATE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES, LP., Corpus Christi, TX, for the sale of used oil with an estimated revenue of $34,950, with four 12-month extension options with an estimated revenue of $34,950 per extension option, for a total estimated revenue of $174,750. The total revenue for Fiscal Year 2010-2011 is estimated to be $29,125. Highest bid meeting specification 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 Electric Utility Commission.
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36 . Authorize award, negotiation, and execution of a 24-month requirements service contract with PIKE ELECTRIC, INC., Mount Airy, NC, or one of the other qualified offerors to RFP No. TVN0013 for Transmission and Distribution electrical services in an estimated amount not to exceed $10,000,000, with three 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $8,000,000 per extension option, for an estimated total contract amount not to exceed $34,000,000. Funding in the amount of $181,500 is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding in the amount of $5,940,932 is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Capital Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining 15 months of the original contract period and extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Best evaluated proposal of six 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) through the achievements of Good Faith Efforts with 4.85% MBE and 1.33% WBE subcontractor participation. Recommended by the Electric Utility Commission.
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37 . Authorize award, negotiation, and execution of a requirements service contract with PRIMATE TECHNOLOGIES, INC, Melbourne, FL, or the other qualified offeror to RFP No. AAA0030, for the purchase of software licenses, implementation and production environment hardware in an amount not to exceed $520,850, with five 12-month extension options for maintenance and support services in an estimated amount not to exceed $42,750 per extension option, for a total contract amount not to exceed $734,600. Funding in the amount of $520,850 is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Capital Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. 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. Recommended by the Electric Utility Commission.
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38 . Authorize award and execution of a 12-month requirements supply contract with RSI GLOBAL, INC., Harvey, LA, for the purchase of auxiliary parts for switchgear and relay panels in an estimated amount not to exceed $152,537, with four 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $152,537 per extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $762,685. Funding in the amount of $127,114 is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining two months of the original contract period and extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Lowest bid of two 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. Recommended by the Electric Utility Commission.
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39 . Authorize award and execution of a 24-month requirements supply contract with TECHLINE, INC., Austin, TX, for the purchase of decorative street lights in an estimated amount not to exceed $1,274,892, with three 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $637,446 per extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $3,187,230. Funding in the amount of $531,205 is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining 14 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 2-9D 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. Recommended by the Electric Utility Commission.
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40 . Authorize award and execution of a contract with THIELSCH ENGINEERING, INC., Del Valle, TX for the upgrade of a simple-cycle cooling tower at the Sand Hill Energy Center in an amount not to exceed $142,770. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Capital Budget of Austin Energy. 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 Electric Utility Commission.
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41 . Authorize award, negotiation, and execution of a 72-month requirements supply contract through the State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) cooperative purchasing program with DELL MARKETING LP, Round Rock, TX, for the purchase of approximately 7,500 computers, 450 monitors, and related deployment services to be phased in over a four-year period in an estimated amount not to exceed $8,032,483. The equipment portion is to be financed over a six-year period. Funding in the amount of $911,089 is included in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Capital Budget of the Financial and Administrative Services Department, Communications and Technology Management. Funding in the amount of $338,990 is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Operating Budget of the Financial and Administrative Services Department, Communications and Technology Management. Funding for the remaining 60 months of the original contract period is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9C of the City Code (Minority Owned and Women Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). Although this contract is exempted from the MBE/WBE Program, Dell has committed to 5.0% MBE and 2.0% WBE subcontractor participation and performed good faith efforts.
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42 . Authorize award and execution of a 24-month requirements supply contract with ENLIGHTENED-LEADERS, LLC, Austin, TX for the purchase of training kits for the Crucial Conversations Training Program in an estimated amount not to exceed $252,000, with two 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $126,000 per extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $504,000. Enlightened-Leaders, LLC, is the single source vendor. Funding in the amount of $105,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2010–2011 Operating Budgets of various City Departments. Funding for the remaining 14 months of the original contract period and extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. 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.
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43 . Authorize award and execution of a 36-month requirements service contract with ENTECH SALES & SERVICE INC., Austin, TX, or one of the other qualified bidders for IFB-BV No. AMC0020, to provide security access and monitoring systems maintenance and repair services in an estimated amount not to exceed $163,800, with three 12-month extension options in estimated amounts not to exceed $77,760 for the first extension option, $93,312 for the second extension option, and $111,974 for the third extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $446,846. Funding in the amount of $37,500 is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Operating Budget of the Financial and Administrative Services Department, Building Services Division. Funding for the remaining 26 months of the original contract period and extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Best evaluated 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.
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44 . Authorize award and execution of a 15-month requirements supply contract through The Cooperative Procurement Network (TCPN) with OFFICEMAX, INC., Naperville, IL, for purchasing of office supplies in an estimated amount not to exceed $3,250,000, with three 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $2,600,000 per extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $11,050,000. Funding in the amount of $2,166,667 is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Operating Budgets for all City Departments. Funding for the remaining five months of the original contract period and extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. This Cooperative Contract is exempt from the MBE/WBE Ordinance. This exemption is 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 contract. Recommended by the Electric Utility Commission. To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission on December 8, 2010.
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45 . Authorize execution of a 36-month requirements supply contract with HD SUPPLY WATERWORKS, Round Rock, Texas, for pipe under-drain used in water retention ponds maintained by the Watershed Protection Department in an estimated amount not to exceed $34,655, with three 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $11,552 for each extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $69,311. Funding in the amount of $9,627 is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Operating Budget of the Watershed Protection Department. Funding for the remaining 26 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 2-9C 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.
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Item(s) from Council
46 . Approve appointments and certain related waivers to citizen boards and commissions, to Council subcommittees and other intergovenrnmental bodies and removal and replacement of members.
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47 . Approve an ordinance granting the waiver of the application fee for a license agreement under City Code Chapter 14-11 for the installation of a historical marker as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark for the historic Victory Grill located at 1104 East 11 Street. (Council Member Sheryl Cole Mayor Pro Tem Mike Martinez Council Member Randi Shade)
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48 . Approve an ordinance waiving certain temporary vending permit fees required by City Code Chapter 10-3 for the Local Foods Holiday Gift Fair and the Farm Direct Showcase "Eat Local Week" events sponsored by Edible Austin on December 8 and 10, 2010 at City Hall and Bass Concert Hall. (Mayor Pro Tem Mike Martinez Mayor Lee Leffingwell Council Member Chris Riley)
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49 . Approve the waiver of certain fees and requirements under City Code Chapter 14-8 for the 4th annual 5K and 1K Run/Walk event sponsored by St. James Missionary Baptist Church which is to be held on Saturday, March 26, 2011 beginning and ending at St. James Missionary Baptist Church. (Council Member Sheryl Cole Council Member Laura Morrison Mayor Lee Leffingwell)
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50 . Approve the reimbursement of certain fees and requirements for the Greater East Austin Youth Association’s (GEAYA) 2010 Banquet which was held on Saturday, December 4, 2010, at the Givens Recreation Center. (Council Member Sheryl Cole Council Member Laura Morrison Council Member Randi Shade)
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Item(s) to Set Public Hearing(s)
51 . Set a public hearing to consider an appeal by Rafael Robinson, on the hours of operation approved in the Outdoor Music Venue Permit for the Irie Bean Coffee Bar, located at 2310 S. Lamar Blvd., Unit 102. (Suggested date and time, January 13, 2011, 4:00 p.m., at Austin City Hall, 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX).
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52 . Set a public hearing to consider an appeal by Mr. Gene Sanchez regarding the decision to approve an Outdoor Music Venue (OMV) permit for Lustre Pearl located at 97 Rainey Street. (Suggested date and time, January 13, 2011, 4:00 p.m. at Austin City Hall, 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX).
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53 . Set a public hearing to consider an appeal by Camille Perry on a decision to approve an Outdoor Music Venue Permit for Irie Bean Coffee Bar, located at 2310 S. Lamar Blvd., Unit 102. (Suggested date and time, January 13, 2011, 4:00 p.m. at Austin City Hall, 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX).
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10:30 AM -- Morning Briefings
54 . Austin Energy Resource Plan and Affordability Forecast
55 . African American Resource Commission briefing
56 . A briefing on the Small Business Workforce Development Pilot Program

12:00 PM -- Citizen Communications: General
Stanton Strickland, President, Robertson Hill Neighborhood Association - Marshall Apartments Proposal/Permanent Supportive Housing

Tracy Witte - East 12th Street issues

Chris Wilson - Increase of crime in Cherrywood neighborhood

John Goldstone - East 12th Street

Joe Wheeler - Jollyville transmission main

Norma A. Walker - Impact of the Community Tax Centers services to the City Council

Alpha Balde - Impact of the Community Tax Centers services to the City Council

Scott E. Way - E. 12th Street property owner's position on the proposed Marshall Arms project

Rene Valadez - Contract and grant administration

Robert L. Thomas - Neighbor and Industrial Relations at the Rosewood Parks and Recreation Center



Executive Session
57 . Discuss legal issues relating to Fayette Power Plant. (Private Consultation with Attorney - Section 551.071)


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58 . Discuss legal issues relating to customer charges for electric franchise fee costs. (Private Consultation with Attorney- Section 551.071)


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2:00 PM -- Zoning and Neighborhood Plan Amendments (Public Hearings and Possible Action)
59 PH . NPA-2010-0005.01 – Montopolis Tributary Trail Network– Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 20010927-05, the Montopolis Neighborhood Plan, an element of the Austin Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan, to amend the Montopolis Neighborhood Planning Area plan document to add a map “Montopolis Tributary Trail Network”, to amend text in the plan document to add a goal with objectives and action items intended to expand the opportunities for the public enjoyment of parks, trails, and open space, and to renumber the plan goals, objectives, and actions items as necessary. The Montopolis Neighborhood Planning Area boundaries are Grove Boulevard on the north and west, Bastrop Highway on the east, and Ben White on the south (Carson, East Country Club, Colorado River Watersheds). Staff Recommendation: To amend the Montopolis Neighborhood Planning Area plan document. Planning Commission Recommendation: To amend the Montopolis Neighborhood Planning Area plan document. Owner/Applicant: Montopolis Planning Contact Team. Agent: Maggie Malangalila. City Staff: Maureen Meredith, 974-2695.
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60 PH . NPA-2010-0014.01 – 5810 Burleson Road – Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 20021010-11, the Southeast Combined Neighborhood Plan, an element of the Austin Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan, to change the land use designation on the future land use map (FLUM) on property locally known as 5810 Burleson Road (Carson Creek, Williamson Creek Watersheds) from commercial to industry land use. Staff Recommendation: To grant industry land use. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant industry land use. Owner/Applicant: 5810 Burleson Partners, L.P. (Kris Hawkins). Agent: Jim Bennett Consulting (Jim Bennett). City Staff: Maureen Meredith, 974-2695.
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61 PH . C14-2010-0116 – Burleson 1.91 – Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 5810 Burleson Road (Carson Creek, Williamson Creek Watersheds) from general commercial services-conditional overlay-neighborhood plan (CS-CO-NP) combining district zoning to limited industrial service-conditional overlay-neighborhood plan (LI-CO-NP) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant limited industrial service-conditional overlay-neighborhood plan (LI-CO-NP) combining district zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant limited industrial service-conditional overlay-neighborhood plan (LI-CO-NP) combining district zoning. Owner/Applicant: 5810 Burleson Road Partners, LP (Kris Hawkins). Agent: Jim Bennett Consulting (Jim Bennett). City Staff: Wendy Rhoades, 974-7719.
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62 PH . NPA-2010-0014.02 – 4720 Freidrich Lane– Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 20021010-11, the Southeast Combined Neighborhood Plan, an element of the Austin Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan, to change the land use designation on the future land use map (FLUM) on property locally known as 4720 Freidrich Lane (Williamson Creek Watershed) from office to industry land use. Staff Recommendation: To grant industry land use. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant industry land use. Owner/Applicant: 4800 Freidrich Lane, L.L.C. (Christopher S. Slover). Agent: Lockwood Engineering (Fred C. Lockwood). City Staff: Maureen Meredith, 974-2695.
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63 PH . C14-2010-0123 – 4800 Freidrich Lane – Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 4720 Freidrich Lane (Williamson Creek Watershed) from family residence-neighborhood plan (SF-3-NP) combining district zoning to limited industrial service- neighborhood plan (LI-NP) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant limited industrial service-conditional overlay-neighborhood plan (LI-CO-NP) combining district zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant limited industrial service-conditional overlay-neighborhood plan (LI-CO-NP) combining district zoning with conditions. Owner/Applicant: 4800 Freidrich Lane, LLC (Christopher S. Slover). Agent: Lockwood Engineers, Inc. (Fred Lockwood). City Staff: Wendy Rhoades, 974-7719.
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64 PH . C14-2010-0165 – Milestone Manchaca Rezoning – Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 7337 Manchaca Road (Williamson Creek Watershed) from development reserve (DR) district zoning to multi-family residence low density (MF-2) district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant multi-family residence low density (MF-2) district zoning. Zoning and Platting Commission Recommendation: To grant multi-family residence low density-conditional overlay (MF-2-CO) combining district zoning. Owner/Applicant: Lehman Otto Life Estate (Charlie Lehman). Agent: Thrower Design (Ron Thrower). City Staff: Wendy Rhoades, 974-7719.
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65 PH . C14-2010-0156 – Daisy Drive – Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 2609 and 2701 Daisy Drive (Walnut Creek Watershed) from general commercial-services (CS) district zoning to general commercial services-mixed use (CS-MU) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant general commercial services-mixed use-conditional overlay (CS-MU-CO) combining district zoning. Zoning and Platting Commission Recommendation: To grant general commercial services-mixed use-conditional overlay (CS-MU-CO) combining district zoning. Applicant: Guadalupe Gonzalez. Agent: CPG Consultants (Candy Moreno). City Staff: Sherri Sirwaitis, 974-3057.
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66 PH . C14-2010-0164 – 8610 N. Mopac Rezoning – Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 8610 North Mopac Expressway South Bound (Shoal Creek Watershed) from neighborhood commercial-conditional overlay (LR-CO) district zoning to community commercial (GR) district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant community commercial-conditional overlay (GR-CO) combining district zoning. Zoning and Platting Commission Recommendation: To grant community commercial-conditional overlay (GR-CO) combining district zoning. Applicant: Stephen Whaley. Agent: Thrower Design (A. Ron Thrower). City Staff: Sherri Sirwaitis, 974-3057.
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67 PH . C14H-2010-0023 – Knippa-Huffman House - Conduct a public hearing and approve all three readings of an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 2414 Harris Boulevard (Shoal Creek Watershed) from family residence (SF-3) district zoning to family residence–historic landmark (SF-3-H) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant family residence–historic landmark (SF-3-H) combining district zoning. Historic Landmark Commission Recommendation: To grant family residence–historic landmark (SF-3-H) combining district zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant family residence–historic landmark (SF-3-H) combining district zoning. Applicants: Clay and Mollie Duckworth, owners. City Staff: Steve Sadowsky, 974-6454.
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68 PH . C14H-2010-0024 – Wilder House - Conduct a public hearing and approve all three readings of an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 1412 Wathen Avenue (Shoal Creek Watershed) from family residence (SF-3) district zoning to family residence–historic landmark (SF-3-H) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant family residence–historic landmark (SF-3-H) combining district zoning. Historic Landmark Commission Recommendation: To grant family residence–historic landmark (SF-3-H) combining district zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant family residence–historic landmark (SF-3-H) combining district zoning. Applicant: Bill Davenport, owner. City Staff: Steve Sadowsky, 974-6454.
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69 PH . C814-2008-0145 – The Park PUD – Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 801 Barton Springs Road (Bouldin Creek Watershed) from commercial-liquor sales-vertical mixed use building, neighborhood plan (CS-1-V-NP) combining district zoning to planned unit development, neighborhood plan (PUD-NP) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To deny planned unit development-neighborhood plan (PUD-NP) combining district zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To deny planned unit development, neighborhood plan (PUD-NP) combining district zoning. Applicant: Texas American Resources (David Honeycutt). Agent: Drenner & Golden Stuart Wolff, LLP. (Michele Haussmann). City Staff: Clark Patterson, 974-7691.
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70 PH . C14-2010-0034 – Stonegate Two – Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 2500 West William Cannon Drive (Williamson Creek Watershed) from limited office-conditional overlay (LO-CO) combining district zoning to limited office-conditional overlay (LO-CO) combining district zoning, to change a condition of zoning with conditions. Staff Recommendation: To grant limited office-conditional overlay (LO-CO) combining district zoning, to change a condition of zoning with conditions. Zoning and Platting Commission Recommendation: To grant limited office-conditional overlay (LO-CO) combining district zoning, to change a condition of zoning with conditions. Owner/Applicant: KC 1 Stonegate L.P. (John P. “Sean” Cummings, Jr.). Agent: Jim Bennett Consulting (Jim Bennett). City Staff: Wendy Rhoades, 974-7719. A valid petition has been filed in opposition to this rezoning request.
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71 PH . NP-2010-0028 – Heritage Hills/Windsor Hills Combined Neighborhood Plan – Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending the Austin Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan by adopting the Heritage Hills/Windsor Hills Combined Neighborhood Plan, generally bounded by East Braker Lane to the north, Cameron Road/Dessau Road to the east, U.S. Highway 183/East Anderson Lane to the south, and IH 35 to the west (Little Walnut Creek Watershed, Buttermilk Branch Watershed, Walnut Creek Watersheds). Planning Commission Recommendation: To be reviewed on December 14, 2010. Applicant and Agent: City of Austin, Planning and Development Review Department. City Staff: Kathleen Fox, 974-7877; Greg Dutton, 974-3509.
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72 PH . C14-2010-0160 – Heritage Hills Neighborhood Planning Area Rezonings – Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as the Heritage Hills Neighborhood Planning Area, generally bounded by East Rundberg Lane to the north, Cameron Road to the east, U.S. Highway 183/East Anderson Lane to the south and IH 35 to the west (Little Walnut Creek Watershed, Buttermilk Branch Watershed). The proposed zoning changes will create a Neighborhood Plan Combining District (NPCD) covering the entire area. The proposed zoning changes also implement the land use recommendations of the Heritage Hills/Windsor Hills Combined Neighborhood Plan, NP-2010-0028, on 7 tracts of land (98.8 acres). Under the proposed Heritage Hills NPCD, the following design tools are proposed to be applied area-wide: parking placement and impervious cover restrictions, garage placement, and front porch setback. The following special use option is proposed to be applied area-wide: “small-lot amnesty.” Other special use options proposed to be applied on a parcel-specific basis include: “residential infill” and “neighborhood urban center.” Other special use options that could be approved by City Council on a neighborhood-wide basis include: “cottage,” “urban home,” “secondary apartment,” “corner store,” and “neighborhood mixed-use building.” The following infill options will be applied to Tracts C, D, and E: “residential infill.” The following infill options will be applied to Tracts F and G: “neighborhood urban center.” In addition, front and side yard parking restrictions, and mobile food establishment restrictions are proposed area-wide. The City Council may approve a zoning change to any of the following: rural residence (RR) district zoning; single family residence large lot (SF-1) district zoning; single family residence standard lot (SF-2) district zoning; family residence (SF-3) district zoning; single family residence small lot (SF-4A) district zoning; single family residence condominium site (SF-4B) district zoning; urban family residence (SF-5) district zoning; townhouse & condominium residence (SF-6) district zoning; multifamily residence limited density (MF-1) district zoning; multifamily residence low density (MF-2) district zoning; multifamily residence medium density (MF-3) district zoning; multifamily residence moderate-high density (MF-4) district zoning; multifamily residence high density (MF-5) district zoning; multifamily residence highest density (MF-6) district zoning; mobile home residence (MH) district zoning; neighborhood office (NO) district zoning; limited office (LO) district zoning; general office (GO) district zoning; neighborhood commercial (LR) district zoning; community commercial (GR) district zoning; warehouse/limited office (W/LO) district zoning; general commercial services (CS) district zoning; commercial-liquor sales (CS-1) district zoning; commercial highway (CH) district zoning; industrial park (IP) district zoning; limited industrial service (LI) district zoning; and public (P) district zoning. A conditional overlay (CO), mixed use combining district (MU), vertical mixed use building (V) combining district, or neighborhood plan combining district (NP) may also be added to these zoning base districts. Staff Recommendation: To grant rezonings that implement the land use recommendations of the Heritage Hills Neighborhood Plan. Planning Commission Recommendation: To be reviewed on December 14, 2010. Applicant: City of Austin. Agent: Planning and Development Review Department. City Staff: Kathleen Fox, 974-7877; Greg Dutton, 974-3509; Joi Harden, 974-2122.
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73 PH . C14-2010-0161 – Windsor Hills Neighborhood Planning Area Rezonings – 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 the Windsor Hills Neighborhood Planning Area, generally bounded by East Braker Lane to the north, Dessau Road to the east, East Rundberg Lane to the south and IH 35 to the west (Little Walnut Creek Watershed, Walnut Creek Watershed). The proposed zoning changes will create a Neighborhood Plan Combining District (NPCD) covering the entire area. The proposed zoning changes also implement the land use recommendations of the Heritage Hills/Windsor Hills Combined Neighborhood Plan, NP-2010-0028, on 26 tracts of land (118.6 acres). Under the proposed Windsor Hills NPCD, the following design tools are proposed to be applied area-wide: parking placement and impervious cover restrictions, garage placement, and front porch setback. The following special use option is proposed to be applied area-wide: “small-lot amnesty.” Other special use options proposed to be applied on a parcel-specific basis include: “residential infill.” The following special use options will be applied in a subdistrict: “cottage,” and “urban home.” The subdistrict is generally bounded by Childress Drive to the north, East Rundberg Lane to the south, Marlborough Drive to the east, and Hansford Drive/Northcape Drive/Cottle Drive to the west. Other special use options that could be approved by City Council on a parcel-specific basis include “secondary apartment,” “corner store,” and “neighborhood mixed-use building.” The following infill options will be applied to Tracts A and B: “residential infill.” In addition, front and side yard parking restrictions, and mobile food establishment restrictions are proposed area-wide. The City Council may approve a zoning change to any of the following: rural residence (RR) district zoning; single family residence large lot (SF-1) district zoning; single family residence standard lot (SF-2) district zoning; family residence (SF-3) district zoning; single family residence small lot (SF-4A) district zoning; single family residence condominium site (SF-4B) district zoning; urban family residence (SF-5) district zoning; townhouse & condominium residence (SF-6) district zoning; multifamily residence limited density (MF-1) district zoning; multifamily residence low density (MF-2) district zoning; multifamily residence medium density (MF-3) district zoning; multifamily residence moderate-high density (MF-4) district zoning; multifamily residence high density (MF-5) district zoning; multifamily residence highest density (MF-6) district zoning; mobile home residence (MH) district zoning; neighborhood office (NO) district zoning; limited office (LO) district zoning; general office (GO) district zoning; neighborhood commercial (LR) district zoning; community commercial (GR) district zoning; warehouse/limited office (W/LO) district zoning; general commercial services (CS) district zoning; commercial-liquor sales (CS-1) district zoning; commercial highway (CH) district zoning; industrial park (IP) district zoning; limited industrial service (LI) district zoning; and public (P) district zoning. A conditional overlay (CO), mixed use combining district (MU), vertical mixed use building (V) combining district, or neighborhood plan combining district (NP) may also be added to these zoning base districts. Staff Recommendation: To grant zonings and rezonings that implement the land use recommendations of the Windsor Hills Neighborhood Plan. Planning Commission Recommendation: To be reviewed on December 14, 2010. Applicant: City of Austin. Agent: Planning and Development Review Department. City Staff: Kathleen Fox, 974-7877; Greg Dutton, 974-3509; Joi Harden, 974-2122.
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3:00 PM -- Austin Housing Finance Corporation Board of Directors Meeting
The Mayor will recess the City Council meeting to conduct a Board of Directors' Meeting of the Austin Housing Finance Corporation. Following adjournment of the AHFC Board meeting the City Council will re-convene.(The AHFC agenda is temporarily located at http://www.ci. austin.tx.us/edims/document.cfm?id= 130485)


4:00 PM -- Public Hearings and Possible Actions
74 PH . Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance creating an economic development program and authorizing the negotiation and execution of an economic development agreement with SUNPOWER, INC.
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75 PH . Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending sections in City Code Title 25 (Land Development) relating to docks, bulkheads and shoreline access.
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76 PH . Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance regarding the Downtown Austin Public Improvement District (PID) 2011 assessments and levying 2011 assessments. Funding at the approved 2011 assessment rate of $0.10/$100 valuation is estimated to produce $2,474,087 at a 96% collection rate.
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77 PH . Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance regarding the East 6th Street Public Improvement District (PID) 2011 assessment roll and levying 2011 assessments. Funding at the approved 2011 assessment rate of $0.15/$100 valuation is estimated to produce $62,837 at a 90% collection rate.
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78 PH . Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance regarding floodplain variances requested by the owner’s engineer, Mr. Bradley Lingvai, on behalf of the owners to construct a new single-family house at 419 W. Johanna Street, which is in the 100-year floodplain of East Bouldin Creek. October 12, 2009- Board of Adjustments approved a variance from LDC Section 25-2-774(C)(2) to construct a principal structure to the rear of the lot and to change the use of the existing lot to create a two-family residential use in a SF-3-NP, Family Residence–Neighborhood Plan Z.
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5:30 PM -- Live Music
Austin Children's Choir

5:30 PM -- Proclamations
Certificate of Congratulations -- Austin Baldrige Award Winners -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by Ken Schiller and Brian Nolen
Proclamation -- SBDP Entrepreneurial Students -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by the honorees
Distinguished Service Award -- Dr. Joe Gonzales, principal, Austin Can! Academy -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by the honoree
Certificates of Graduation -- Austin CityWorks Academy students -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and City Manager Marc Ott and to be accepted by the honorees






Adjourn

 

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