Approve Service Extension Request No. 3037 for water service for Sinno and Associates Ltd., the owner of Foundation Retail Development located within the Drinking Water Protection Zone and within the City’s 2-mile extra-territorial jurisdiction at 11101 N. FM 620, to serve a retail development (22,230 square feet of retail) with an estimated peak hour flow of 29 gallons per minute.
Authorize negotiation and execution of a design and commission agreement with Christian Moeller Studio LLC, Los Angeles, CA, for artwork to be displayed at the new Central Library in an amount not to exceed $385,000.
Approve a resolution supporting the recommendations of the Health and Human Services Department regarding water fluoridation and directing the City Manager to implement the recommendations.
Authorize award and execution of a contract with ANIXTER INC., Austin, TX for the purchase of 200,000 feet of 48 strand single-mode fiber optic cable in an amount not to exceed amount of $90,900.00.
Authorize the negotiation and execution of all documents and instruments necessary or desirable to purchase in fee simple a tract of land totaling approximately 68.10 acres in Travis County, Texas, located at 1001 Ed Bluestein Boulevard (near the intersection of Bolm Road and US 183 north bound frontage road) from CAPITAL AGGREGATES, LTD., for a total amount not to exceed $1,700,000.
Rae Nadler-Olenick- Water Fluoridation Walt Olenick- Water Fluoridation Gus Peña- 1. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2. Please show your appreciation and thanks for our Military Troops. Upon return they need readjustment counseling, jobs, P.T.S.D treatment mental health counseling. 3. The unemployment rate is higher than reported. It is more than 9 percent. People have given up. We need jobs with a livable wage $10.00 per hour and up with benefits. 4. Volunteer to mentor, tutor our youth. 5. Sponsor a family for Christmas. 6. Thank you V.F.W. Post 4443, Don Braun and Mike Jordan and others for helping the community. Nailah Sankofa- Artist copyrights and intellectual property rights Clay DaFoe- City Council 1st Amendment violations Susana Almanza- Montopolis needs a new recreation center. Place on bond initiative 2012. Carlos León- TBA Richard Troxell- Homelessness in Austin
72. Discuss legal issues related to Consumer Service Alliance of Texas, Inc., v. City of Austin, Cause No. D-1-GN-11-003142 in the 250th Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas (private consultation with legal counsel pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code). 73. Discuss legal issues related to Open Government matters (Private consultation with legal counsel pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code). 74. Discuss the proposed sale or lease of the Green Water Treatment Plant site for redevelopment ( Real Property - Section 551.072)
Set a public hearing to receive public comments on Austin Energy’s proposed electric rates. (Suggested date and time: January 12, 2012 at 4:00 p.m., Austin City Hall, 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX).
Approve a resolution consenting to the annexation by Lazy Nine Municipal Utility District 1-A of approximately 393 acres within the City of Austin's extraterritorial jurisdiction.
Authorize the execution of a new nine-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.
Authorize the negotiation and execution of an amendment to the interlocal agreement between the City of Austin and the Austin Independent School District (AISD) for the construction and operation of a joint-use facility called the Turner Roberts Recreation Center and the Overton Elementary School in Colony District Park to benefit of both AISD and the City of Austin.
Authorize negotiation and execution of an agreement between the City of Austin and the Center for Child Protection, in the amount of $99,396, to fund reimbursement for two family advocate positions to provide enhanced interview and support services related to child protection.
Approve an ordinance on third reading amending Chapter 10-6 of the City Code (Smoking in Public Places) by prohibiting smoking in City parks.
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 1 to an Interlocal Agreement with the TEXAS FOREST SERVICE, College Station, TX to provide services for the propagation, cultivation, and delivery of trees and shrubs to be used for endangered species habitat restoration and enhancement of the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve in an estimated amount not to exceed $99,000 by extending the contract term to May 31, 2012.
Authorize award & execution of a 33-month requirements supply contract through the U.S. Communities Government Purchasing Alliance with Maricopa County, Phoenix, Arizona, with THE HOME DEPOT U.S.A., Atlanta GA, to purchase building supplies and equipment in an estimated amount not to exceed $1,386,000 with three twelve-month extension options in the estimated amounts $504,000; $554,400 and $609,840 respectively for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $3,054,240.
53. Approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 2-1 to authorize ex officio members of city boards and commissions to participate as non-voting members. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member William Spelman CO 1: Council Member Kathie Tovo ) 54. Approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 2-1 to authorize the Board of Adjustment and AISD chairs to participate as voting ex officio members of the Planning Commission and to authorize non-voting participation by all other ex officio members of city boards and commissions. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member William Spelman CO 1: Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole )
Approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 9-2 relating to requirements for Live Music Permits.
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to implement an additional pilot program to assess the efficiency of food waste disposers in diverting the organics from landfills, and to fully explore additional options for residentially-generated food scraps.
Approve a resolution initiating code amendments to City Code Chapters 25-1 and 25-2 relating to requirements for zoning use determinations.
Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone #15
Call Meeting to Order 1. Approval of the minutes of the Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone #15 from the special called meeting of October 16, 2008. 2. Authorize award and execut ion of a 24-month requirements service agreement with GREAT WESTERN MANAGED SERVICE CORP OF AUSTIN, TX, (WBE/FW) to provide hardscape and paver maintenance services in an estimated amount not to exceed $199,100, with two 12- month extension options in estimated amounts not to exceed $99,550 each for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $398,200.(Related Item 40) Adjourn.
Authorize award and execution of a 24-month requirements service agreement with GREAT WESTERN MANAGED SERVICE CORP OF AUSTIN, TX, (WBE/FW), to provide hardscape and paver maintenance services in an estimated amount not to exceed $199,100, with two 12-month extension options in estimated amounts not to exceed $99,550 each for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $398,200.
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to prepare a contract management plan that ensures the City of Austin meets best practice contracting standards, and directing the City Auditor to provide any support requested by the City Manager for the preparation of the contract management plan and to prepare for and deliver a report to the City Council assessing the City Manager’s contract management plan, particularly focusing on how the plan addresses risk management and financial and legal controls.
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance creating an economic development program for and authorizing the negotiation and execution of an economic development agreement with US Farathane Corporation.
Certificates of Congratulations -- CityWorks Academy Graduates -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by the honorees Presentation to the City -- National ACPA Gold Excellence Award -- to be presented by Jan Prusinski, American Concrete Pavement Association, and to be accepted by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and Fred Ramirez and Austin Water Utility representatives Certificates of Congratulations -- Channel 6 Emmy Award Winners -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by the honorees Proclamation -- South Austin Community Church -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by Pastor A. L. Sneed II Distinguished Service Award -- Rebecca Batchelder -- to be presented by Council Member Chris Riley and to be accepted by the honoree
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance creating an economic development program for and authorizing the negotiation and execution of an economic development agreement with US Farathane Corporation.
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance creating an economic development program for and authorizing the negotiation and execution of an economic development agreement with US Farathane Corporation.
Conduct a public hearing to receive public comments and consider a resolution adopting proposed amendments to the Neighborhood Housing and Community Development Citizen Participation Plan.
C14H-2011-0003 – Clarkson-Crutchfield House – Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 4001 Avenue G (Waller Creek Watershed) from family residence-historic district-neighborhood conservation (SF-3-HD-NCCD) combining district zoning to family residence-historic landmark-historic district-neighborhood conservation (SF-3-H-HD-NCCD) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant family residence-historic landmark-historic district-neighborhood conservation (SF-3-H-HD-NCCD) combining district zoning. Historic Landmark Commission Recommendation: To grant family residence -historic landmark-historic district-neighborhood conservation (SF-3-H-HD-NCCD) combining district zoning with the conditions. Planning Commission Recommendation: To be reviewed on December 13, 2011. Applicants: Howard Liljestrand and Blinda McClelland, owners. City Staff: Steve Sadowsky, 974-6454.
C14H-2011-0004 – W.T. and Valerie Mansbendel Williams House – Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 3820 Avenue F (Waller Creek Watershed) from family residence-historic district-neighborhood conservation (SF-3-HD-NCCD) combining district zoning to family residence-historic landmark-historic district-neighborhood conservation (SF-3-H-HD-NCCD) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant family residence-historic landmark-historic district-neighborhood conservation (SF-3-H-HD-NCCD) combining district zoning. Historic Landmark Commission Recommendation: To grant family residence-historic landmark-historic district-neighborhood conservation (SF-3-H-HD-NCCD) combining district zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To be reviewed on December 13, 2011. Applicant: David Conner, owner. City Staff: Steve Sadowsky, 974-6454.
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending Title 1 and Title 11 of the City Code to revise the City's historic preservation program, including changes to the criteria for designating historic landmarks, property tax exemptions for historic landmarks, and provisions relating to properties located within National Register and Local Historic Districts.
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending Chapters 25-1 and 25-2 of the City Code to modify requirements for open space (C20-2010-020).
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to amend City Code Chapter 13-2 related to taxicab franchise permits and ownership requirements; and to prepare a report regarding taxicab franchise agreement terms.
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to amend City Code Chapter 13-2 related to taxicab franchise permits and ownership requirements; and to prepare a report regarding taxicab franchise agreement terms.
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to amend City Code Chapter 13-2 related to taxicab franchise permits and ownership requirements; and to prepare a report regarding taxicab franchise agreement terms.
Dec 15, 2011 City Council Meetings
Approve Service Extension Request No. 3037 for water service for Sinno and Associates Ltd., the owner of Foundation Retail Development located within the Drinking Water Protection Zone and within the City’s 2-mile extra-territorial jurisdiction at 11101 N. FM 620, to serve a retail development (22,230 square feet of retail) with an estimated peak hour flow of 29 gallons per minute.
Authorize negotiation and execution of a design and commission agreement with Christian Moeller Studio LLC, Los Angeles, CA, for artwork to be displayed at the new Central Library in an amount not to exceed $385,000.
Approve a resolution supporting the recommendations of the Health and Human Services Department regarding water fluoridation and directing the City Manager to implement the recommendations.
Authorize award and execution of a contract with ANIXTER INC., Austin, TX for the purchase of 200,000 feet of 48 strand single-mode fiber optic cable in an amount not to exceed amount of $90,900.00.
Authorize the negotiation and execution of all documents and instruments necessary or desirable to purchase in fee simple a tract of land totaling approximately 68.10 acres in Travis County, Texas, located at 1001 Ed Bluestein Boulevard (near the intersection of Bolm Road and US 183 north bound frontage road) from CAPITAL AGGREGATES, LTD., for a total amount not to exceed $1,700,000.
Rae Nadler-Olenick- Water Fluoridation Walt Olenick- Water Fluoridation Gus Peña- 1. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2. Please show your appreciation and thanks for our Military Troops. Upon return they need readjustment counseling, jobs, P.T.S.D treatment mental health counseling. 3. The unemployment rate is higher than reported. It is more than 9 percent. People have given up. We need jobs with a livable wage $10.00 per hour and up with benefits. 4. Volunteer to mentor, tutor our youth. 5. Sponsor a family for Christmas. 6. Thank you V.F.W. Post 4443, Don Braun and Mike Jordan and others for helping the community. Nailah Sankofa- Artist copyrights and intellectual property rights Clay DaFoe- City Council 1st Amendment violations Susana Almanza- Montopolis needs a new recreation center. Place on bond initiative 2012. Carlos León- TBA Richard Troxell- Homelessness in Austin
72. Discuss legal issues related to Consumer Service Alliance of Texas, Inc., v. City of Austin, Cause No. D-1-GN-11-003142 in the 250th Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas (private consultation with legal counsel pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code). 73. Discuss legal issues related to Open Government matters (Private consultation with legal counsel pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code). 74. Discuss the proposed sale or lease of the Green Water Treatment Plant site for redevelopment ( Real Property - Section 551.072)
Set a public hearing to receive public comments on Austin Energy’s proposed electric rates. (Suggested date and time: January 12, 2012 at 4:00 p.m., Austin City Hall, 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX).
Approve a resolution consenting to the annexation by Lazy Nine Municipal Utility District 1-A of approximately 393 acres within the City of Austin's extraterritorial jurisdiction.
Authorize the execution of a new nine-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.
Authorize the negotiation and execution of an amendment to the interlocal agreement between the City of Austin and the Austin Independent School District (AISD) for the construction and operation of a joint-use facility called the Turner Roberts Recreation Center and the Overton Elementary School in Colony District Park to benefit of both AISD and the City of Austin.
Authorize negotiation and execution of an agreement between the City of Austin and the Center for Child Protection, in the amount of $99,396, to fund reimbursement for two family advocate positions to provide enhanced interview and support services related to child protection.
Approve an ordinance on third reading amending Chapter 10-6 of the City Code (Smoking in Public Places) by prohibiting smoking in City parks.
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 1 to an Interlocal Agreement with the TEXAS FOREST SERVICE, College Station, TX to provide services for the propagation, cultivation, and delivery of trees and shrubs to be used for endangered species habitat restoration and enhancement of the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve in an estimated amount not to exceed $99,000 by extending the contract term to May 31, 2012.
Authorize award & execution of a 33-month requirements supply contract through the U.S. Communities Government Purchasing Alliance with Maricopa County, Phoenix, Arizona, with THE HOME DEPOT U.S.A., Atlanta GA, to purchase building supplies and equipment in an estimated amount not to exceed $1,386,000 with three twelve-month extension options in the estimated amounts $504,000; $554,400 and $609,840 respectively for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $3,054,240.
53. Approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 2-1 to authorize ex officio members of city boards and commissions to participate as non-voting members. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member William Spelman CO 1: Council Member Kathie Tovo ) 54. Approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 2-1 to authorize the Board of Adjustment and AISD chairs to participate as voting ex officio members of the Planning Commission and to authorize non-voting participation by all other ex officio members of city boards and commissions. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member William Spelman CO 1: Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole )
Approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 9-2 relating to requirements for Live Music Permits.
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to implement an additional pilot program to assess the efficiency of food waste disposers in diverting the organics from landfills, and to fully explore additional options for residentially-generated food scraps.
Approve a resolution initiating code amendments to City Code Chapters 25-1 and 25-2 relating to requirements for zoning use determinations.
Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone #15
Call Meeting to Order 1. Approval of the minutes of the Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone #15 from the special called meeting of October 16, 2008. 2. Authorize award and execut ion of a 24-month requirements service agreement with GREAT WESTERN MANAGED SERVICE CORP OF AUSTIN, TX, (WBE/FW) to provide hardscape and paver maintenance services in an estimated amount not to exceed $199,100, with two 12- month extension options in estimated amounts not to exceed $99,550 each for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $398,200.(Related Item 40) Adjourn.
Authorize award and execution of a 24-month requirements service agreement with GREAT WESTERN MANAGED SERVICE CORP OF AUSTIN, TX, (WBE/FW), to provide hardscape and paver maintenance services in an estimated amount not to exceed $199,100, with two 12-month extension options in estimated amounts not to exceed $99,550 each for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $398,200.
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to prepare a contract management plan that ensures the City of Austin meets best practice contracting standards, and directing the City Auditor to provide any support requested by the City Manager for the preparation of the contract management plan and to prepare for and deliver a report to the City Council assessing the City Manager’s contract management plan, particularly focusing on how the plan addresses risk management and financial and legal controls.
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance creating an economic development program for and authorizing the negotiation and execution of an economic development agreement with US Farathane Corporation.
Certificates of Congratulations -- CityWorks Academy Graduates -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by the honorees Presentation to the City -- National ACPA Gold Excellence Award -- to be presented by Jan Prusinski, American Concrete Pavement Association, and to be accepted by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and Fred Ramirez and Austin Water Utility representatives Certificates of Congratulations -- Channel 6 Emmy Award Winners -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by the honorees Proclamation -- South Austin Community Church -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by Pastor A. L. Sneed II Distinguished Service Award -- Rebecca Batchelder -- to be presented by Council Member Chris Riley and to be accepted by the honoree
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance creating an economic development program for and authorizing the negotiation and execution of an economic development agreement with US Farathane Corporation.
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance creating an economic development program for and authorizing the negotiation and execution of an economic development agreement with US Farathane Corporation.
Conduct a public hearing to receive public comments and consider a resolution adopting proposed amendments to the Neighborhood Housing and Community Development Citizen Participation Plan.
C14H-2011-0003 – Clarkson-Crutchfield House – Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 4001 Avenue G (Waller Creek Watershed) from family residence-historic district-neighborhood conservation (SF-3-HD-NCCD) combining district zoning to family residence-historic landmark-historic district-neighborhood conservation (SF-3-H-HD-NCCD) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant family residence-historic landmark-historic district-neighborhood conservation (SF-3-H-HD-NCCD) combining district zoning. Historic Landmark Commission Recommendation: To grant family residence -historic landmark-historic district-neighborhood conservation (SF-3-H-HD-NCCD) combining district zoning with the conditions. Planning Commission Recommendation: To be reviewed on December 13, 2011. Applicants: Howard Liljestrand and Blinda McClelland, owners. City Staff: Steve Sadowsky, 974-6454.
C14H-2011-0004 – W.T. and Valerie Mansbendel Williams House – Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 3820 Avenue F (Waller Creek Watershed) from family residence-historic district-neighborhood conservation (SF-3-HD-NCCD) combining district zoning to family residence-historic landmark-historic district-neighborhood conservation (SF-3-H-HD-NCCD) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant family residence-historic landmark-historic district-neighborhood conservation (SF-3-H-HD-NCCD) combining district zoning. Historic Landmark Commission Recommendation: To grant family residence-historic landmark-historic district-neighborhood conservation (SF-3-H-HD-NCCD) combining district zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To be reviewed on December 13, 2011. Applicant: David Conner, owner. City Staff: Steve Sadowsky, 974-6454.
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending Title 1 and Title 11 of the City Code to revise the City's historic preservation program, including changes to the criteria for designating historic landmarks, property tax exemptions for historic landmarks, and provisions relating to properties located within National Register and Local Historic Districts.
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending Chapters 25-1 and 25-2 of the City Code to modify requirements for open space (C20-2010-020).
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to amend City Code Chapter 13-2 related to taxicab franchise permits and ownership requirements; and to prepare a report regarding taxicab franchise agreement terms.
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to amend City Code Chapter 13-2 related to taxicab franchise permits and ownership requirements; and to prepare a report regarding taxicab franchise agreement terms.
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to amend City Code Chapter 13-2 related to taxicab franchise permits and ownership requirements; and to prepare a report regarding taxicab franchise agreement terms.