Approve an Ordinance authorizing a May 2012 general election date or a Resolution authorizing a November 2012 general election date.
Approve an Ordinance authorizing a May 2012 general election date or a Resolution authorizing a November 2012 general election date
Authorize execution of a power purchase agreement with Iberdrola Renewables, Inc., for a term of up to twenty-five years for up to 200 megawatts of wind-generated electricity in an estimated amount of $29,000,000 per year, for a total estimated contract amount of $725,000,000.
Authorize execution of a construction contract with SMITH CONTRACTING CO., INC., Austin, Texas for the Shoal Creek - Ridgelea Bank Stabilization project in the amount of $614,401 plus a $61,440 contingency, for a total contract amount not to exceed $675,841.
Approve negotiation and execution of Amendment No. 11 to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement among the CITY OF AUSTIN, AUSTIN TRAVIS COUNTY INTEGRAL CARE and TRAVIS COUNTY for substance abuse treatment and related behavioral healthcare services to renew the agreement for one 12-month term beginning October 1, 2011, in an amount not to exceed $1,605,935 ($958,760 City; $971,440 County).
Approve negotiation and execution of amendments to and renewals of 48 social services contracts with 42 social service agencies to extend the contracts for six months, from October 1, 2011 through March 31, 2012, for a total amount not to exceed $ 4,746,948.
Authorize negotiation and execution of a Renewal to and Amendment of the Public Health Services Interlocal Agreement between the City and Travis County under which City provides certain public health services to Travis County, in exchange for payment of $3,128,888, for a 12-month period beginning October 1, 2011.
Asif Mohammad- Street closure on Brunning Ave Babs K. Warren- Eliminating poison in our drinking and lake water! 1. Fluoride was listed on outside of box of rat poisoning that my mother used to kill rats. 2. At the Bureau of Economic Geology on 19th St., I was asked to draw a map of the 1st uranium mines that were released by State of Texas. I spoted those uranium mines when I was a teenager and learned how deadly they were. Why can't you learn this and act on it while I am 78 years old? Right now! Save us and your grandchildren. They're going to ask where you were. I am afraid to water ski too! Paul Aviña- Racism in government John Goldstone- East 12th Street Heather Fazio- City issues Linda Greene- Why City Council must warn the public of the hazards of Austin's fluoridated water Clay Dafoe- 1st amendment rights and Council Members salaries and term limits Phlip Greene- Fluoride and tyroid disease Ted Edwards, MD- Getting fluoride out of City water Dr. Johnette Mason, Ddiv- African Cultural Enrichment in the community for families and youth.
Discuss legal issues related to Open Government matters (Private consultation with legal counsel pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code).
Approve an ordinance amending Ordinance 20100930-038 to correct zoning errors approved in Exhibit B of the Castle Hill Local Historic District.
Authorize negotiation and execution of amendments to three social services contracts with the following: COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP FOR THE HOMELESS INC., DBA GREEN DOORS, in an amount not to exceed $62,060, for a total contract amount not to exceed $133,800; COUNCIL ON AT-RISK YOUTH, in an amount not to exceed $176,400, for a total contract amount not to exceed $467,439; and IMMIGRATION COUNSELING AND OUTREACH SERVICES, in an amount not to exceed $70,540 for a total contract amount not to exceed $108,033, to fill gaps in social services for homeless, youth, and refugee services, for one year terms from October 1, 2011 through September 30, 2012.
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to work with a Joint Subcommittee of the Resource Management Commission, Water and Wastewater Commission and Impact Fee Advisory Committee to develop recommendations for a tiered, progressive Revenue Stability fee structure and short and long-term financial plans to strengthen the financial stability of Austin Water Utility. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Laura Morrison CO 1: Council Member Kathie Tovo CO 2: Council Member Chris Riley )
Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to the legal services agreement with The Law Office of Randy Leavitt, to provide legal services related to Texas Open Meeting Act issues, Public Information Act issues and records retention issues to increase funding in the amount of $80,000, for a total contract amount not to exceed $203,000. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Operating Budget of the Law Department; Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to the legal services agreement with Thompson & Knight, LLP, to provide legal services related to Texas Open Meeting Act issues, Public Information Act issues and, records retention issues to increase funding in the amount of $75,000 for a total contract amount not to exceed $163,000. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Operating Budget of the Law Department.
Authorize the negotiation and execution of a one-month extension to the existing agreement and a new 11-month agreement, including five 12-month extension options, with the Urban Renewal Agency of the City of Austin relating to roles, responsibilities and processes for the redevelopment of the East 11th and 12th Street Revitalization Project..
Zoning Consent and Postponements
Zoning Ordinances / Restrictive Covenants Item 59 Zoning and Neighborhood Plan Amendments Items 61-77
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 https://austin.siretechnologies.com/sirepub/mtgviewer.aspx?meetid=123&doctype=AGENDA)
Conduct a public hearing to consider an appeal by Shaw Hamilton of the Planning Commission’s decision to deny a Conditional Use Site Plan application for a Cocktail Lounge known as The Dram Shop at 907 E. 6th St. (SPC-2010-0034AT).
Conduct a public hearing to consider an appeal by Shaw Hamilton of the Planning Commission’s decision to deny a Conditional Use Site Plan application for a Cocktail Lounge known as The Dram Shop at 907 E. 6th St. (SPC-2010-0034AT).
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the City Code to establish requirements for residential tours and garage sales and to clarify requirements for art production on residential property.
Proclamations Proclamation -- Elisabet Ney Museum's 100th Anniversary -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by Laura Esparza Proclamation -- Childhood Cancer Awareness Month -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by David Peach Proclamation -- National Night Out -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by Joe Munoz Proclamation -- Magic Street -- to be presented by Council Member Chris Riley and to be accepted by Dan Page Distinguished Service Award -- Jay Reddy -- to be presented by Council Member Chris Riley and to be accepted by the honoree Proclamation -- Women's Commission Hall of Fame -- to be presented by Council Member Laura Morrison and to be accepted by Women's Commission representatives Adjourn
Sep 22, 2011 City Council Meetings
Approve an Ordinance authorizing a May 2012 general election date or a Resolution authorizing a November 2012 general election date.
Approve an Ordinance authorizing a May 2012 general election date or a Resolution authorizing a November 2012 general election date
Authorize execution of a power purchase agreement with Iberdrola Renewables, Inc., for a term of up to twenty-five years for up to 200 megawatts of wind-generated electricity in an estimated amount of $29,000,000 per year, for a total estimated contract amount of $725,000,000.
Authorize execution of a construction contract with SMITH CONTRACTING CO., INC., Austin, Texas for the Shoal Creek - Ridgelea Bank Stabilization project in the amount of $614,401 plus a $61,440 contingency, for a total contract amount not to exceed $675,841.
Approve negotiation and execution of Amendment No. 11 to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement among the CITY OF AUSTIN, AUSTIN TRAVIS COUNTY INTEGRAL CARE and TRAVIS COUNTY for substance abuse treatment and related behavioral healthcare services to renew the agreement for one 12-month term beginning October 1, 2011, in an amount not to exceed $1,605,935 ($958,760 City; $971,440 County).
Approve negotiation and execution of amendments to and renewals of 48 social services contracts with 42 social service agencies to extend the contracts for six months, from October 1, 2011 through March 31, 2012, for a total amount not to exceed $ 4,746,948.
Authorize negotiation and execution of a Renewal to and Amendment of the Public Health Services Interlocal Agreement between the City and Travis County under which City provides certain public health services to Travis County, in exchange for payment of $3,128,888, for a 12-month period beginning October 1, 2011.
Asif Mohammad- Street closure on Brunning Ave Babs K. Warren- Eliminating poison in our drinking and lake water! 1. Fluoride was listed on outside of box of rat poisoning that my mother used to kill rats. 2. At the Bureau of Economic Geology on 19th St., I was asked to draw a map of the 1st uranium mines that were released by State of Texas. I spoted those uranium mines when I was a teenager and learned how deadly they were. Why can't you learn this and act on it while I am 78 years old? Right now! Save us and your grandchildren. They're going to ask where you were. I am afraid to water ski too! Paul Aviña- Racism in government John Goldstone- East 12th Street Heather Fazio- City issues Linda Greene- Why City Council must warn the public of the hazards of Austin's fluoridated water Clay Dafoe- 1st amendment rights and Council Members salaries and term limits Phlip Greene- Fluoride and tyroid disease Ted Edwards, MD- Getting fluoride out of City water Dr. Johnette Mason, Ddiv- African Cultural Enrichment in the community for families and youth.
Discuss legal issues related to Open Government matters (Private consultation with legal counsel pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code).
Approve an ordinance amending Ordinance 20100930-038 to correct zoning errors approved in Exhibit B of the Castle Hill Local Historic District.
Authorize negotiation and execution of amendments to three social services contracts with the following: COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP FOR THE HOMELESS INC., DBA GREEN DOORS, in an amount not to exceed $62,060, for a total contract amount not to exceed $133,800; COUNCIL ON AT-RISK YOUTH, in an amount not to exceed $176,400, for a total contract amount not to exceed $467,439; and IMMIGRATION COUNSELING AND OUTREACH SERVICES, in an amount not to exceed $70,540 for a total contract amount not to exceed $108,033, to fill gaps in social services for homeless, youth, and refugee services, for one year terms from October 1, 2011 through September 30, 2012.
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to work with a Joint Subcommittee of the Resource Management Commission, Water and Wastewater Commission and Impact Fee Advisory Committee to develop recommendations for a tiered, progressive Revenue Stability fee structure and short and long-term financial plans to strengthen the financial stability of Austin Water Utility. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Laura Morrison CO 1: Council Member Kathie Tovo CO 2: Council Member Chris Riley )
Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to the legal services agreement with The Law Office of Randy Leavitt, to provide legal services related to Texas Open Meeting Act issues, Public Information Act issues and records retention issues to increase funding in the amount of $80,000, for a total contract amount not to exceed $203,000. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Operating Budget of the Law Department; Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to the legal services agreement with Thompson & Knight, LLP, to provide legal services related to Texas Open Meeting Act issues, Public Information Act issues and, records retention issues to increase funding in the amount of $75,000 for a total contract amount not to exceed $163,000. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Operating Budget of the Law Department.
Authorize the negotiation and execution of a one-month extension to the existing agreement and a new 11-month agreement, including five 12-month extension options, with the Urban Renewal Agency of the City of Austin relating to roles, responsibilities and processes for the redevelopment of the East 11th and 12th Street Revitalization Project..
Zoning Consent and Postponements
Zoning Ordinances / Restrictive Covenants Item 59 Zoning and Neighborhood Plan Amendments Items 61-77
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 https://austin.siretechnologies.com/sirepub/mtgviewer.aspx?meetid=123&doctype=AGENDA)
Conduct a public hearing to consider an appeal by Shaw Hamilton of the Planning Commission’s decision to deny a Conditional Use Site Plan application for a Cocktail Lounge known as The Dram Shop at 907 E. 6th St. (SPC-2010-0034AT).
Conduct a public hearing to consider an appeal by Shaw Hamilton of the Planning Commission’s decision to deny a Conditional Use Site Plan application for a Cocktail Lounge known as The Dram Shop at 907 E. 6th St. (SPC-2010-0034AT).
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the City Code to establish requirements for residential tours and garage sales and to clarify requirements for art production on residential property.
Proclamations Proclamation -- Elisabet Ney Museum's 100th Anniversary -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by Laura Esparza Proclamation -- Childhood Cancer Awareness Month -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by David Peach Proclamation -- National Night Out -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by Joe Munoz Proclamation -- Magic Street -- to be presented by Council Member Chris Riley and to be accepted by Dan Page Distinguished Service Award -- Jay Reddy -- to be presented by Council Member Chris Riley and to be accepted by the honoree Proclamation -- Women's Commission Hall of Fame -- to be presented by Council Member Laura Morrison and to be accepted by Women's Commission representatives Adjourn