Items - 1,2,4,5-17,19,20,23-34,36-45,47-60,65-68,70,71,73-78 Pulled - 3,18,21,22,32,35,46,61-64,69,72
Approve a resolution giving Fourth Street between Congress Avenue and Rio Grande Street the honorary name of Bettie Naylor Street. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Laura Morrison CO 1: Council Member William Spelman )
61. Approve a resolution relating to the compensation and benefits of the City Clerk. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Mayor Lee Leffingwell CO 1: Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole ) 62. Approve an ordinance relating to the compensation and benefits for the Municipal Court Clerk. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Mayor Lee Leffingwell CO 1: Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole) 63. Approve a resolution relating to the compensation and benefits of the City Auditor. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Mayor Lee Leffingwell CO 1: Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole ) \ 64. Approve a resolution relating to the compensation and benefits of the City Manager. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Mayor Lee Leffingwell CO 1: Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole )
Approve a settlement in Harper Park Two, LP v. City of Austin, et al. Cause No. D-1-GN-09-003295; in the 200th Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas.
Authorize award and execution of ten contracts through the Texas Local Government Purchasing Cooperative (BuyBoard) with: BOBCAT COMPANY for the purchase of three skid-steer loaders in an amount not to exceed $178,364; COOPER EQUIPMENT for the purchase of one gooseneck trailer in an amount not to exceed $77,331; RDO EQUIPMENT for the purchase of one track loader, one skid loader, one track excavator, and one backhoe in an amount not to exceed $447,703, FREIGHTLINER OF AUSTIN for the purchase of sixteen heavy-duty vehicles in an amount not to exceed $1,794,760; CHASTANG’S BAYOU CITY AUTOCAR for the purchase of eleven Autocar refuse truck chassis in the amount of $1,532,154; RUSH TRUCKS for the purchase of two UD refuse truck chassis in an amount not to exceed $185,316; LONGHORN INTERNATIONAL for the purchase of one Crane Carrier CNG refuse truck chassis in an amount not to exceed $246,922; HEIL OF TEXAS for the purchase of thirteen Heil refuse bodies in an amount not to exceed $1,909,612; GRANDE TRUCK CENTER for the purchase of two Mack truck chassis in an amount not to exceed $231,416 and EQUIPMENT SOUTHWEST for the purchase of three hydraulic loading arms and two sidewalk sweepers in an amount not to exceed $344,837. ( Notes: This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9D of the City Code (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). This contract is a cooperative contract; therefore, it is exempted under Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code and no goals were established for this contract. )
Approve an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2011-2012 Support Services Fund Operating Budget (Ordinance No. 20110912-005) to increase the number of authorized positions by 28 within the Building Services Department to provide custodial services at several Austin Energy facilities
Authorize the negotiation and execution of a lease amendment to lease an additional 597 square feet of office space located at 4029 South Capital of Texas Hwy, Suite, 111B, from BRODIE OAKS CENTER, LTD. for the Economic Growth and Redevelopment Services Office, Small Business Development Program, in an amount not to exceed $65,015
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to explore the feasibility and fiscal impact of managing cemetery operations through one or more City departments and provide a report to the City Council Audit and Finance Committee. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Kathie Tovo CO 1: Council Member Laura Morrison CO 2: Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole )
Authorize negotiation and execution of an interlocal agreement with the AUSTIN INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, to allow for cooperative procurement of goods and services. ( Notes: This Interlocal Agreement is exempt from the MBE/WBE Ordinance. This exemption is 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 contract. )
Approve ratification of a contract with LUCIDITY CONSULTING GROUP, LP., to assist in the configuration, testing and implementation of a new utility rate structure for the City’s newly deployed Customer Care and Billing System for Austin Energy in an estimated amount not to exceed $400,000. ( Notes: This contract was awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9C of the City Code (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). This was an emergency service contract; therefore, it is exempted under Chapter 791 of the Texas Local Government Code and no goals were established for this solicitation. )
Walter Olenick- Water fluroidation Joe Zamecki- TBD Sylvia Mendoza- City issues Kunda Wicce- Impact on health Mona Gonzalez- Funding support for River City Youth Foundation serving Dove Springs Susana Almanza- Montopolis Community needs City Council support on: Economic Development, safety and transportation and neighborhood planning. Angelica Noyola- The Holly Shores/Edward Rendon Master Plan Sammt Easterday- Speak in opposition to #16719 alcohol waiver for Speedy Stop 6707 Cameron Road Tom Jones- A complaint against the Legal Department Brian Leonard- The parks
81. Discuss legal issues related to Open Government matters (Private consultation with legal counsel pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code). 22.Authorize negotiation and execution of all documents and instruments necessary or desirable to sell an approximate 0.2699–acre parcel of land, located on Lot A, Rainey River Addition, according to the map or plat thereof, recorded in Volume 68, Page 72, Plat Records, Travis County, Texas and locally known as 64 Rainey Street, Austin, Travis County, Texas to 70 RAINEY STREET, LP for $100,000 plus 30 privately managed, controlled access, public parking spaces, with all revenue generated from the spaces, less cost of maintenance and management of the spaces remitted to the City at least quarterly.
79. Approve a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings for the Govalle Tunnel Centralized Odor Control Project for 911 square feet of land for a permanent wastewater easement out of the Santiago Del Valle Grant, Travis County, Texas and being out of that tract described as 21.463 acres, less and except 0.230 of one acre, 0.748 of one acre and 0.569 of one acre in the deed of record in Volume 13071, Page 1645, Real Property Records, Travis County, Texas in the amount of $524. The owner of the needed property interests is BRUCE ANTON. The property is located at 829 Bastrop Highway, in Austin, Travis County, Texas 78742. The general route covered by this project will include the following areas: Govalle Tunnel Lockheed shaft; 829-831 Bastrop Highway; 800-821 Patton Avenue; east side of Patton Lane; Canterbury shaft site; and Montopolis shaft site. 80. Approve a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings for the Williamson Creek Tributary 2 Spring Meadow Road - Lark Creek Drive Stream Rehabilitation Creek Project for 4,843 square feet of land for a temporary working space easement, 8,560 square feet of land for a drainage and access easement, and 1,855 square feet of land for a drainage easement, all out of the Santiago Del Valle Grant, Abstract No. 24, in Travis County, Texas, being out of and a part of that certain 0.5609-acre parcel of land known as “Tract 5;” and for 1,425 square feet of land for a drainage easement out of the Santiago Del Valle Grant, Abstract No. 24, in Travis County, Texas, being out of and a part of that certain 0.063-acre parcel of land known as “Tract 1,” in the amount of $834. The owners of the needed property interests are MICHAEL R. ELEDGE, THOMAS M. MAYS, MARK N. HARDEMAN AKA MARK HARDEMAN, AND FRANCINE FIELDS HARDEMAN. The property is located on the east side of Stassney Lane at Williamson Creek in the City of Austin, Travis County, Texas. The general route covered by this project will include Williamson Creek Tributary 2 from Nuckols Crossing to east Stassney Lane, traversing along the stream bank between Spring Meadow Road and Lark Creek Drive.
The Mayor will recess the City Council meeting to conduct a Board of Directors' meeting of the Mueller Local Government Corporation. Following adjournment of the MLGC Board meeting the City Council will re-convene (The MLGC agenda is temporarily located at https://austin.siretechnologies.com/sirepub/mtgviewer.aspx?meetid=287&doctype=AGENDA
Authorize negotiation and execution of all documents and instruments necessary or desirable to sell an approximate 0.2699–acre parcel of land, located on Lot A, Rainey River Addition, according to the map or plat thereof, recorded in Volume 68, Page 72, Plat Records, Travis County, Texas and locally known as 64 Rainey Street, Austin, Travis County, Texas to 70 RAINEY STREET, LP for $100,000 plus 30 privately managed, controlled access, public parking spaces, with all revenue generated from the spaces, less cost of maintenance and management of the spaces remitted to the City at least quarterly.
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to work with stakeholders to conduct a comprehensive analysis of impacts from events at Auditorium Shores and Zilker Park, and provide recommendations on a balanced solution that enhances public access and enjoyment of Austin's public park system. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Laura Morrison CO 1: Council Member Kathie Tovo CO 2: Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole )
Zoning and Neighborhood Plan Amendments (Public Hearings and Possible Action) Items 88,89 Postponed - 90,91
Conduct a public hearing to consider an appeal by Richard and Andrea Stovall of a decision by the Residential Design and Compatibility Commission denying a modification request for an increase in the floor-toarea ratio from 40% (4,425.6 square feet) to 48.2% (5,335 square feet) to construct a 132 square foot accessory building consisting of a bathroom and storage area at 1807 Stamford Lane.
Conduct a public hearing and receive public comment on the proposed increase to the drainage fee of the Watershed Protection Department as part of the Fiscal Year 2012-13 Proposed Budget
Conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the proposed rate and fee changes for the Austin Water Utility as part of the Fiscal Year 2012-2013 Proposed Budget.
Conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the City of Austin Fiscal Year 2012-2013 Proposed Budget.
Conduct a Public Hearing to receive public comment on the proposed rate and fee changes for Austin Energy as part of the Fiscal Year 2012-2013 Proposed Budget.
Conduct a public hearing on the proposed property (ad valorem) tax rate for Fiscal Year 2012-2013.
Conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the proposed rate and fee changes for the Austin Resource Recovery Department as part of the Fiscal Year 2012-2013 Proposed Budget.
Conduct a public hearing and adopt an ordinance approving an interim consent agreement for the Rio de Vida Municipal Utility District (“MUD”); and waiving Sections 25-9-155 (review of petition and recommendation by city employees), 25-9-156 (board and commission review and recommendation), and 25-9-157 (distribution of reports) of the City Code relating to an interim consent agreement.
Proclamation -- O. Henry's 150th Birthday -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by Michael Hoinski
Proclamation -- Austin Diversity Month -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by Carla Scales
Proclamation -- Childhood Cancer Month -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by Georgia Lee Moore
Proclamation -- Take a Loved One for a Check-Up Day -- to be presented by Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole and to be accepted by Joe Barnes
Proclamation -- Jazz in Motion Youth Concert -- to be presented by Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole and to be accepted by Pam Hart
Proclamation -- Peace & Dignity Day -- to be presented by Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole and to be accepted by Bob Carroll
Aug 23, 2012 City Council Meetings
Items - 1,2,4,5-17,19,20,23-34,36-45,47-60,65-68,70,71,73-78 Pulled - 3,18,21,22,32,35,46,61-64,69,72
Approve a resolution giving Fourth Street between Congress Avenue and Rio Grande Street the honorary name of Bettie Naylor Street. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Laura Morrison CO 1: Council Member William Spelman )
61. Approve a resolution relating to the compensation and benefits of the City Clerk. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Mayor Lee Leffingwell CO 1: Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole ) 62. Approve an ordinance relating to the compensation and benefits for the Municipal Court Clerk. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Mayor Lee Leffingwell CO 1: Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole) 63. Approve a resolution relating to the compensation and benefits of the City Auditor. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Mayor Lee Leffingwell CO 1: Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole ) \ 64. Approve a resolution relating to the compensation and benefits of the City Manager. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Mayor Lee Leffingwell CO 1: Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole )
Approve a settlement in Harper Park Two, LP v. City of Austin, et al. Cause No. D-1-GN-09-003295; in the 200th Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas.
Authorize award and execution of ten contracts through the Texas Local Government Purchasing Cooperative (BuyBoard) with: BOBCAT COMPANY for the purchase of three skid-steer loaders in an amount not to exceed $178,364; COOPER EQUIPMENT for the purchase of one gooseneck trailer in an amount not to exceed $77,331; RDO EQUIPMENT for the purchase of one track loader, one skid loader, one track excavator, and one backhoe in an amount not to exceed $447,703, FREIGHTLINER OF AUSTIN for the purchase of sixteen heavy-duty vehicles in an amount not to exceed $1,794,760; CHASTANG’S BAYOU CITY AUTOCAR for the purchase of eleven Autocar refuse truck chassis in the amount of $1,532,154; RUSH TRUCKS for the purchase of two UD refuse truck chassis in an amount not to exceed $185,316; LONGHORN INTERNATIONAL for the purchase of one Crane Carrier CNG refuse truck chassis in an amount not to exceed $246,922; HEIL OF TEXAS for the purchase of thirteen Heil refuse bodies in an amount not to exceed $1,909,612; GRANDE TRUCK CENTER for the purchase of two Mack truck chassis in an amount not to exceed $231,416 and EQUIPMENT SOUTHWEST for the purchase of three hydraulic loading arms and two sidewalk sweepers in an amount not to exceed $344,837. ( Notes: This contract will be awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9D of the City Code (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). This contract is a cooperative contract; therefore, it is exempted under Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code and no goals were established for this contract. )
Approve an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2011-2012 Support Services Fund Operating Budget (Ordinance No. 20110912-005) to increase the number of authorized positions by 28 within the Building Services Department to provide custodial services at several Austin Energy facilities
Authorize the negotiation and execution of a lease amendment to lease an additional 597 square feet of office space located at 4029 South Capital of Texas Hwy, Suite, 111B, from BRODIE OAKS CENTER, LTD. for the Economic Growth and Redevelopment Services Office, Small Business Development Program, in an amount not to exceed $65,015
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to explore the feasibility and fiscal impact of managing cemetery operations through one or more City departments and provide a report to the City Council Audit and Finance Committee. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Kathie Tovo CO 1: Council Member Laura Morrison CO 2: Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole )
Authorize negotiation and execution of an interlocal agreement with the AUSTIN INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, to allow for cooperative procurement of goods and services. ( Notes: This Interlocal Agreement is exempt from the MBE/WBE Ordinance. This exemption is 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 contract. )
Approve ratification of a contract with LUCIDITY CONSULTING GROUP, LP., to assist in the configuration, testing and implementation of a new utility rate structure for the City’s newly deployed Customer Care and Billing System for Austin Energy in an estimated amount not to exceed $400,000. ( Notes: This contract was awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9C of the City Code (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). This was an emergency service contract; therefore, it is exempted under Chapter 791 of the Texas Local Government Code and no goals were established for this solicitation. )
Walter Olenick- Water fluroidation Joe Zamecki- TBD Sylvia Mendoza- City issues Kunda Wicce- Impact on health Mona Gonzalez- Funding support for River City Youth Foundation serving Dove Springs Susana Almanza- Montopolis Community needs City Council support on: Economic Development, safety and transportation and neighborhood planning. Angelica Noyola- The Holly Shores/Edward Rendon Master Plan Sammt Easterday- Speak in opposition to #16719 alcohol waiver for Speedy Stop 6707 Cameron Road Tom Jones- A complaint against the Legal Department Brian Leonard- The parks
81. Discuss legal issues related to Open Government matters (Private consultation with legal counsel pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code). 22.Authorize negotiation and execution of all documents and instruments necessary or desirable to sell an approximate 0.2699–acre parcel of land, located on Lot A, Rainey River Addition, according to the map or plat thereof, recorded in Volume 68, Page 72, Plat Records, Travis County, Texas and locally known as 64 Rainey Street, Austin, Travis County, Texas to 70 RAINEY STREET, LP for $100,000 plus 30 privately managed, controlled access, public parking spaces, with all revenue generated from the spaces, less cost of maintenance and management of the spaces remitted to the City at least quarterly.
79. Approve a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings for the Govalle Tunnel Centralized Odor Control Project for 911 square feet of land for a permanent wastewater easement out of the Santiago Del Valle Grant, Travis County, Texas and being out of that tract described as 21.463 acres, less and except 0.230 of one acre, 0.748 of one acre and 0.569 of one acre in the deed of record in Volume 13071, Page 1645, Real Property Records, Travis County, Texas in the amount of $524. The owner of the needed property interests is BRUCE ANTON. The property is located at 829 Bastrop Highway, in Austin, Travis County, Texas 78742. The general route covered by this project will include the following areas: Govalle Tunnel Lockheed shaft; 829-831 Bastrop Highway; 800-821 Patton Avenue; east side of Patton Lane; Canterbury shaft site; and Montopolis shaft site. 80. Approve a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings for the Williamson Creek Tributary 2 Spring Meadow Road - Lark Creek Drive Stream Rehabilitation Creek Project for 4,843 square feet of land for a temporary working space easement, 8,560 square feet of land for a drainage and access easement, and 1,855 square feet of land for a drainage easement, all out of the Santiago Del Valle Grant, Abstract No. 24, in Travis County, Texas, being out of and a part of that certain 0.5609-acre parcel of land known as “Tract 5;” and for 1,425 square feet of land for a drainage easement out of the Santiago Del Valle Grant, Abstract No. 24, in Travis County, Texas, being out of and a part of that certain 0.063-acre parcel of land known as “Tract 1,” in the amount of $834. The owners of the needed property interests are MICHAEL R. ELEDGE, THOMAS M. MAYS, MARK N. HARDEMAN AKA MARK HARDEMAN, AND FRANCINE FIELDS HARDEMAN. The property is located on the east side of Stassney Lane at Williamson Creek in the City of Austin, Travis County, Texas. The general route covered by this project will include Williamson Creek Tributary 2 from Nuckols Crossing to east Stassney Lane, traversing along the stream bank between Spring Meadow Road and Lark Creek Drive.
The Mayor will recess the City Council meeting to conduct a Board of Directors' meeting of the Mueller Local Government Corporation. Following adjournment of the MLGC Board meeting the City Council will re-convene (The MLGC agenda is temporarily located at https://austin.siretechnologies.com/sirepub/mtgviewer.aspx?meetid=287&doctype=AGENDA
Authorize negotiation and execution of all documents and instruments necessary or desirable to sell an approximate 0.2699–acre parcel of land, located on Lot A, Rainey River Addition, according to the map or plat thereof, recorded in Volume 68, Page 72, Plat Records, Travis County, Texas and locally known as 64 Rainey Street, Austin, Travis County, Texas to 70 RAINEY STREET, LP for $100,000 plus 30 privately managed, controlled access, public parking spaces, with all revenue generated from the spaces, less cost of maintenance and management of the spaces remitted to the City at least quarterly.
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to work with stakeholders to conduct a comprehensive analysis of impacts from events at Auditorium Shores and Zilker Park, and provide recommendations on a balanced solution that enhances public access and enjoyment of Austin's public park system. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Laura Morrison CO 1: Council Member Kathie Tovo CO 2: Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole )
Zoning and Neighborhood Plan Amendments (Public Hearings and Possible Action) Items 88,89 Postponed - 90,91
Conduct a public hearing to consider an appeal by Richard and Andrea Stovall of a decision by the Residential Design and Compatibility Commission denying a modification request for an increase in the floor-toarea ratio from 40% (4,425.6 square feet) to 48.2% (5,335 square feet) to construct a 132 square foot accessory building consisting of a bathroom and storage area at 1807 Stamford Lane.
Conduct a public hearing and receive public comment on the proposed increase to the drainage fee of the Watershed Protection Department as part of the Fiscal Year 2012-13 Proposed Budget
Conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the proposed rate and fee changes for the Austin Water Utility as part of the Fiscal Year 2012-2013 Proposed Budget.
Conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the City of Austin Fiscal Year 2012-2013 Proposed Budget.
Conduct a Public Hearing to receive public comment on the proposed rate and fee changes for Austin Energy as part of the Fiscal Year 2012-2013 Proposed Budget.
Conduct a public hearing on the proposed property (ad valorem) tax rate for Fiscal Year 2012-2013.
Conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the proposed rate and fee changes for the Austin Resource Recovery Department as part of the Fiscal Year 2012-2013 Proposed Budget.
Conduct a public hearing and adopt an ordinance approving an interim consent agreement for the Rio de Vida Municipal Utility District (“MUD”); and waiving Sections 25-9-155 (review of petition and recommendation by city employees), 25-9-156 (board and commission review and recommendation), and 25-9-157 (distribution of reports) of the City Code relating to an interim consent agreement.
Proclamation -- O. Henry's 150th Birthday -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by Michael Hoinski
Proclamation -- Austin Diversity Month -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by Carla Scales
Proclamation -- Childhood Cancer Month -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by Georgia Lee Moore
Proclamation -- Take a Loved One for a Check-Up Day -- to be presented by Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole and to be accepted by Joe Barnes
Proclamation -- Jazz in Motion Youth Concert -- to be presented by Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole and to be accepted by Pam Hart
Proclamation -- Peace & Dignity Day -- to be presented by Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole and to be accepted by Bob Carroll