Approve a resolution declaring the City of Austin's official intent to reimburse itself from Contractual Obligations in the amount of $5,135,000 related to the purchase of police sedans and related equipment. Approve an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Fleet Services Capital Budget (Ordinance No. 20100913-003) to appropriate $4,580,000 for the purchase of police vehicles; and amending the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Communications and Technology Management Capital Budget (Ordinance No. 20100913-003) to appropriate $555,000 for the purchase and installation of police vehicle equipment. Authorize award and execution of a contract through the Texas Local Government Purchasing Cooperative (BuyBoard) with PHILPOTT MOTORS, LTD., Nederland, TX, for the purchase of 176 police patrol sedans in an amount not to exceed $4,417,986.32.
Approve an ordinance amending Chapter 13-2 of the City Code to adopt regulations for the operation of Electric Low Speed Vehicles for Hire.
Discuss legal issues related to a Texas Open Meetings Act complaint, associated requests made under the Public Information Act, the retention of records, and a complaint filed under the City's ethics provisions. (Private consultation with legal counsel pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code). Discuss legal issues relating to a proposed settlement regarding Docket No. 30966, pending before the Public Utility Commission of Texas. (private consultation with legal counsel pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Govt. Code). Evaluate the performance of and consider the compensation and benefits for the Municipal Court Clerk (personnel matters Section 551.074). Related to Item #50.
Approve an ordinance amending Chapter 6-7 of the City Code relating to Energy Conservation Audit and Disclosure requirements.
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 8 to a contract with EMANCIPET, INC., Austin TX, to increase the contract amount for additional mobile spay/neuter services for low-income residents of Austin in estimated amount not to exceed $153,000 for the first extension option, $316,000 for the second extension option, and $431,000 for the third extension option, for a revised total estimated contract amount not to exceed $2,786,013.
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to present departmental data on key performance measurements, strategic business planning issues, and nearterm core objectives to City Council committees in March of each year. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member William Spelman CO 1: Council Member Laura Morrison )
Approve an ordinance amending Chapter 13-2 of the City Code to adopt regulations for the operation of Pedi-cabs. Approve an ordinance amending Chapter 13-2 of the City Code to adopt regulations for the operation of Electric Low Speed Vehicles for Hire.
Apr 19, 2011 City Council Meetings
Approve a resolution declaring the City of Austin's official intent to reimburse itself from Contractual Obligations in the amount of $5,135,000 related to the purchase of police sedans and related equipment. Approve an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Fleet Services Capital Budget (Ordinance No. 20100913-003) to appropriate $4,580,000 for the purchase of police vehicles; and amending the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Communications and Technology Management Capital Budget (Ordinance No. 20100913-003) to appropriate $555,000 for the purchase and installation of police vehicle equipment. Authorize award and execution of a contract through the Texas Local Government Purchasing Cooperative (BuyBoard) with PHILPOTT MOTORS, LTD., Nederland, TX, for the purchase of 176 police patrol sedans in an amount not to exceed $4,417,986.32.
Approve an ordinance amending Chapter 13-2 of the City Code to adopt regulations for the operation of Electric Low Speed Vehicles for Hire.
Discuss legal issues related to a Texas Open Meetings Act complaint, associated requests made under the Public Information Act, the retention of records, and a complaint filed under the City's ethics provisions. (Private consultation with legal counsel pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code). Discuss legal issues relating to a proposed settlement regarding Docket No. 30966, pending before the Public Utility Commission of Texas. (private consultation with legal counsel pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Govt. Code). Evaluate the performance of and consider the compensation and benefits for the Municipal Court Clerk (personnel matters Section 551.074). Related to Item #50.
Approve an ordinance amending Chapter 6-7 of the City Code relating to Energy Conservation Audit and Disclosure requirements.
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 8 to a contract with EMANCIPET, INC., Austin TX, to increase the contract amount for additional mobile spay/neuter services for low-income residents of Austin in estimated amount not to exceed $153,000 for the first extension option, $316,000 for the second extension option, and $431,000 for the third extension option, for a revised total estimated contract amount not to exceed $2,786,013.
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to present departmental data on key performance measurements, strategic business planning issues, and nearterm core objectives to City Council committees in March of each year. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member William Spelman CO 1: Council Member Laura Morrison )
Approve an ordinance amending Chapter 13-2 of the City Code to adopt regulations for the operation of Pedi-cabs. Approve an ordinance amending Chapter 13-2 of the City Code to adopt regulations for the operation of Electric Low Speed Vehicles for Hire.