Items 1 - 97 Pulled Items: 2, 3, 11, 12, 38, 41, 81, 97, 148, 149, 151 - 154, 155, 157, 158
2. Approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 15-6 (Solid Waste Services) relating to requirements for the private solid waste collection program. Related to Item #3. 3. Approve amendments to administrative rules associated with City Code Chapter 15-6 (Solid Waste Services) relating to requirements for the private solid waste collection program. Related to Item #2.
11. Approve Service Extension Request No. 3406 for water service to a 25.5 acre tract at 11900 Buckner Road located within the Drinking Water Protection Zone, the City's Limited Purpose jurisdiction, and Austin Water Utility's service area. 12. Approve Service Extension Request No. 3407 for waste water service to a 25.5 acre tract at 11900 Buckner Road located within the Drinking Water Protection Zone, the City's Limited Purpose jurisdiction, and Austin Water Utility's service area.
Robert Ozer - City waivers/expenditures for the medical school Gus Peña - 1. To improve the budget process; 2. To get out the vote; 3. This city is too expensive; we need affordable housing for the poor people; 4. City Council needs to make better decisions so that City actions will not adversely impact less fortunate and the poor. Eleanor Harris - Lacrosse usage for multipurpose fields Susana Almanza - Make Austin affordable! Janet Herrera - Advocacy, care coordination and Human Resource consulting Al Braden - I am supporting the work of the Gen Plan Task Force, especially the 2030 goal to end carbon emissions from Austin Energy generation, the recommendation for 600 MW more utility level solar to replace Decker, that AE negotiate to gain ownership of one Fayette unit for near term closure, that no more fossil fuel generation be built by Austin Energy without broad expert advice on the long-term outlook for gas pricing and that the Council affordability goals of February 2011 be adhered to. Julian Reyes - Austin dogs CAROLANNROSEKENNEDY - PRECEDENTIAL ASPIRATIONS Steve Cochran - Non-enforcement of the McMansion ordinance Teresa Cochran - Austin Energy
102. Discuss legal issues related to City of Austin 2014 labor negotiations with employees in the Fire department (Private consultation with legal counsel-Section 551.071) 103. Discuss legal issues related to the transition to electing the council from single-member districts (Private consultation with legal counsel - Section 551.071 of the Government Code). 104. Discuss legal issues related to Open Government matters (Private consultation with legal counsel - Section 551.071 of the Government Code). 105. Discuss legal issues related to the November 2014 election (Private consultation with legal counsel- Section 551.071 of the Government Code).
Mueller Local Government Coporation
Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of Minutes for the September 9, 2013 Regular Board Meeting. Consent 2. Approve a resolution authorizing the issuance of Mueller Local Government Corporation
106. Approve an ordinance authorizing the City of Austin, Texas, Certificates of Obligation, Series 2014, in an amount not to exceed $40,450,000, authorizing related documents, and approving related fees. These bonds will be used for the Waller Creek Tunnel Project, Loop 1/290 connectors transportation project, and for the Watershed Home Buyout Program. 107. Approve an ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of City of Austin, Texas, Certificates of Obligation, Taxable Series 2014, in a par amount not to exceed $9,600,000 by February 28, 2015, in accordance with the parameters set out in the ordinance, authorizing related documents, and approving related fees. These bonds will be used for the Grey Rock Golf Course and improvements to that golf course. 108. Approve an ordinance authorizing the City of Austin Public Property Finance Contractual Obligations, Series 2014, in an amount not to exceed $15,800,000, and approving all related documents, and related fees. Contractual obligations will be used to finance the purchase of equipment for Austin Transportation, Austin Water Utility, Communications Technology Management, and Public Works. 109. Approve an ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of City of Austin Public Improvement Bonds, Taxable Series 2014, in a par amount not to exceed $10,000,000 by February 28, 2015, in accordance with the parameters set out in the ordinance, authorizing related documents, and approving related fees. These bonds are being issued to provide funding relating to a reimbursement resolution previously approved by Council for 2013 bond election projects. The funds will be used as described in the Council-approved bond sale schedule for affordable housing. 110. Approve an ordinance authorizing the City of Austin Public Improvement Bonds, Series 2014, in an amount not to exceed $104,620,000, authorizing related documents, and approving related fees. These bonds are being issued to provide funding relating to reimbursement resolutions previously approved by Council for 2006, 2010, and 2012 bond election projects. The funds will be used as described in the Council-approved bond sale schedule for health and human services facilities, library facilities, open space, parks and recreation projects, public safety facilities, and transportation and mobility infrastructure. 111. Approve a resolution authorizing the issuance of Mueller Local Government Corporation Contract Revenue Bonds, Series 2014 in a par amount not to exceed $18,265,000, by the Mueller Local Government Corporation (Corporation), by February 28, 2015, in accordance with the parameters set out in the resolution, authorizing all related documents between the City and the Corporation, and approving related fees.
102. Discuss legal issues related to City of Austin 2014 labor negotiations with employees in the Fire department (Private consultation with legal counsel-Section 551.071) 103. Discuss legal issues related to the transition to electing the council from single-member districts (Private consultation with legal counsel - Section 551.071 of the Government Code). 104. Discuss legal issues related to Open Government matters (Private consultation with legal counsel - Section 551.071 of the Government Code). 105. Discuss legal issues related to the November 2014 election (Private consultation with legal counsel- Section 551.071 of the Government Code).
Authorize negotiation and execution of a commission agreement with Michael Singer Inc., in an amount not to exceed $1,200,000 for artwork for the Consolidated Rental Car Facility at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
Approve negotiation and execution of a contract with Ending Community Homelessness Coalition, Inc. for homeless planning services and coordination, for a 12-month term beginning on October 1, 2014 and ending on September 30, 2015, in an amount not to exceed $159,500, with five 12-month renewal options, each in an amount not to exceed $159,500, for a total contract amount not to exceed $957,000.
Approve a request for S.M.A.R.T. Housing™ certification for Songhai Development, LLC, for a proposed multi-family development located at 8700 West Gate Boulevard.
Approve an ordinance amending Section 12-1-34 of the City Code to prohibit use of a portable electronic device by hand while operating a motor vehicle or bicycle, and creating an offense.
Zoning Ordinances / Restrictive Covenants (HEARINGS CLOSED) Items #113 - 116 Zoning and Neighborhood Plan Amendments (Public Hearings and Possible Action) Items #117 - 132
Approve a resolution regarding development of a comprehensive urban forest management plan. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole CO 1: Council Member Kathie Tovo CO 2: Council Member Chris Riley )
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to process code amendments related to gender-neutral signage requirements for single-occupancy restrooms and to create an implementation plan; to present these items to stakeholders for recommendations; and to report back to Council by a date certain. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Chris Riley CO 1: Council Member William Spelman CO 2: Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole )
Approve a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings for the Miscellaneous Water Rehabilitation 2009-10 Phase II Project for approximately 5,550 square feet for permanent waterline easements; approximately 16,546 square feet for temporary workspace easements; and approximately 977 square feet for a permanent waterline easement; said permanent waterline easements being situated across 10 tracts of land containing 0.127 acres (5,550 square feet) of land; said temporary workspace easements being situated across 2 tracts of land containing 0.380 acre (16,546 square feet) of land; and said permanent waterline easement being situated across a tract of land containing 0.022 acre (977 square feet) of land; all easements being situated in the James P. Wallace Abstract No. 57 in Travis County, Texas and being out of Lot A, Capital Plaza Subdivision, a Subdivision of record in Volume 19, Page 1 of the Plat Records of Travis County, Texas in the amount of $96,312. The owner of the needed property interests is CAPITAL/HIGHWAY 35, LTD. The property is located at 5407 North Interstate Highway 35, in Austin, Travis County, Texas 78723. The general route covered by this project will include the following areas: Sweet Briar Avenue from Berkman Drive to Dunbury Drive; Dunbury Drive from Sweet Briar Avenue to Briarcliff Boulevard; Dunbury Drive from Briarcliff Boulevard to Chatham Avenue; Chatham Avenue from Dunbury Drive to Berkman Drive; Capital Plaza Rear Parking Lot at Cameron Road from Larkwood Drive to Corona Drive; Northridge Drive from Berkman Drive to Delwood Drive; Westminster Drive from Northridge Drive to Rogge Lane; Loyola Lane from Creighton Lane to Drexel Drive; Arnold Drive from Northeast Drive to Carol Ann Drive; Glencrest Drive from Belfast Drive to Berkman Drive; Glencrest Drive from Cameron Road to Belfast Drive; and Brookside Drive from Wheless Lane to Glencrest Drive.
Approve a resolution in support of City sponsorship of a Jazz Festival to be produced at Kenny Dorham’s Backyard by the DiverseArts Culture Works. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Mike Martinez CO 1: Council Member Chris Riley )
Conduct a public hearing and consider approval of the Ann and Roy Butler Trail at the Southeast Shore Master Plan, which includes existing parkland along the southeast shore of Lady Bird Lake from I-35 east to the Longhorn Dam at Pleasant Valley Road. (THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR THIS ITEM WAS HELD AND CLOSED ON AUGUST 7, 2014).
Approve an ordinance naming the parkland located at 3000 Del Curto Rd. the Thomas Lasseter Neighborhood Park. (THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR THIS ITEM WAS HELD AND CLOSED ON JUNE 26, 2014.)
151. 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 ) 152. 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 ) 153. 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 ) 154. 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 )
151. 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 ) 152. 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 ) 153. 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 ) 154. 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 )
151. 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 ) 152. 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 ) 153. 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 ) 154. 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 )
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to negotiate with the Kinser family for operation of the Kinser Butler Pitch and Putt to increase the revenue share to the City, require improvements to the property, and report back to the Parks and Recreation Board and Council no later than October 16, 2014, in order for the Kinser Butler Pitch and Putt to remain as a family-friendly golf amenity and resolve transportation obstacles; and to use projected revenue generated by parking meters along Lee Barton Drive for improvements around the Kinser Butler Pitch and Putt. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Kathie Tovo CO 1: Council Member Mike Martinez )
Proclamation -- Getting Connected -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by Vicky Valdez
Proclamation -- Atzlan Dance Company's 40th Anniversary -- to be presented by Council Member and to be accepted by Roen Salinas
Proclamation -- Blood Cancer Awareness Month -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by Chris Britton
Distinguished Service Award -- Margo Sack -- to be presented by Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole and to be accepted by the honoree
Certificate of Appreciation -- Grow Zone Program -- to be presented by Council Member Chris Riley and to be accepted by the honorees
Distinguished Service Award -- Amy Smith -- to be presented by Council Member Laura Morrison and to be accepted by the honoree
Conduct a public hearing and consider approving the Master Plan for Holly Shores/Edward Rendon Sr. Park at Festival Beach, Fiesta Gardens which covers approximately 99 acres generally located along the north shore of Lady Bird Lake from I-35 east to Pleasant Valley Road and south of Canterbury Street. ( Notes: This item was postponed from the May 22, 2014 Council meeting with direction from Council to have this item at a 7:00 PM time certain. )
Conduct a public hearing and consider approving the Master Plan for Holly Shores/Edward Rendon Sr. Park at Festival Beach, Fiesta Gardens which covers approximately 99 acres generally located along the north shore of Lady Bird Lake from I-35 east to Pleasant Valley Road and south of Canterbury Street. ( Notes: This item was postponed from the May 22, 2014 Council meeting with direction from Council to have this item at a 7:00 PM time certain. )
Conduct a public hearing and consider approving the Master Plan for Holly Shores/Edward Rendon Sr. Park at Festival Beach, Fiesta Gardens which covers approximately 99 acres generally located along the north shore of Lady Bird Lake from I-35 east to Pleasant Valley Road and south of Canterbury Street. ( Notes: This item was postponed from the May 22, 2014 Council meeting with direction from Council to have this item at a 7:00 PM time certain. )
138. Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending City Code Title 25 relating to the regulation of efficiency dwelling units in certain multifamily zoning districts. 141. Conduct a public hearing and approve a resolution authorizing execution of a Strategic Partnership Agreement (“SPA”) between the City of Austin and the Cascades Municipal Utility District No. 1 (“MUD”) which includes immediate limited purpose annexation and possible future full purpose annexation of the MUD.
75. Approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 14-9 relating to the display of signs, merchandise, and accessories on city sidewalks. Related to Item #148. 148. Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-10 relating to requirements for sidewalk signs and merchandise displays. Related to Item #75.
C14-2013-0158 - 7th and Congress Hotel - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-2 by rezoning property locally known as 619 and 621 Congress Avenue (Lady Bird Lake Watershed) from central business district (CBD) to central business district-central urban redevelopment (CBD-CURE) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant central business district-central urban redevelopment (CBD-CURE) combining district zoning, with conditions. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant central business district-central urban redevelopment (CBD-CURE) combining district zoning, with conditions. Owner: Finley Company (Tim Finley, VP). Applicant: Matt Frankiewicz. Agent: Armbrust & Brown, PLLC (Lynn Ann Carley). City Staff: Lee Heckman, 512-974-7604.
157. Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to implement policies recommended by the 2014 Generation Resource Planning Task Force and the Electric Utility Commission that will reduce harmful emissions and the negative impacts of global warming. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Chris Riley CO 1: Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole CO 2: Council Member Mike Martinez ) 158. Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to create policies which increase energy efficiency program offerings for low income and low-moderate income customers, and creating a Low Income Consumer Advisory Task Force. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Kathie Tovo CO 1: Council Member Laura Morrison CO 2: Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole )
Conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the proposed increase to the drainage fee of the Watershed Protection Department as part of the Fiscal Year 2014-2015 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 2014-2015 Proposed Budget. Related to Item #140.
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 2014-2015 Proposed Budget.
Conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the City of Austin Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Proposed Budget.
Conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the City of Austin Fiscal Year 2014-2015 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 2014-2015 Proposed Budget.
C14-2014-0047 - Overlook at Spicewood Springs - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-2 by rezoning property locally known as 4920 Spicewood Springs Road (Bull Creek Watershed) from single family residence-standard lot (SF-2) district zoning to general office (GO) district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant general office-conditional overlay (GO-CO) combining district zoning, with conditions. Zoning and Platting Commission Recommendation: To grant general office-conditional overlay (GO-CO) combining district zoning, with conditions. Owner/Applicant: Joseph Benford and Richard A. Haberman Trust (Danny Haberman). Agent: CIVILE, LLC (Lawrence M. Hanrahan). City Staff: Sherri Sirwaitis, 512-974-3057. A valid petition has been filed in opposition to this rezoning request.
C14-2014-0047 - Overlook at Spicewood Springs - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-2 by rezoning property locally known as 4920 Spicewood Springs Road (Bull Creek Watershed) from single family residence-standard lot
129. NP-2013-0030 - South Austin Combined Neighborhood Plan - Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan by adopting the South Austin Combined Neighborhood Plan. The boundaries for the South Austin Combined Neighborhood Planning Area are Ben White Blvd. on the north, South 1st St. on the east, William Cannon Drive on the south, and the Sunset Valley City Limits on the west. 130. C14-2014-0017 - Westgate Neighborhood Plan Area Rezonings - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-2 by rezoning property locally known as the Westgate Neighborhood Planning Area, generally bounded by West Ben White Boulevard on the north, Manchaca Road on the east, West Stassney Lane on the south, and generally along the lot line and Westgate Boulevard on the west (Williamson Creek Watershed). The proposed zoning changes will create a Neighborhood Plan Combining District (NPCD) covering the entire area described above. The proposed zoning changes also implement the land use recommendations of the South Austin Combined Neighborhood Plan, NP-2013-0030, on 537.02 acres. Under the proposed Westgate NPCD, the following are proposed to be applied area-wide: 1) design tools including parking placement and impervious cover restrictions, garage placement, and front porch setback, and 2) mobile food establishment restrictions. Staff Recommendation: To grant rezonings that implement the land use recommendations of the Westgate Neighborhood Plan. Planning Commission Recommendation: To forward to Council with no recommendation. Applicant and Agent: City of Austin, Planning and Development Review Department. City Staff: Francis Reilly, 512-974-7657. 131. C14-2014-0018 - South Manchaca Neighborhood Plan Area Rezonings - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-2 by rezoning property locally known as the South Manchaca Neighborhood Planning Area, generally bounded by West Ben White Boulevard on the north, South 1st Street on the east, West Stassney Lane on the south, and Manchaca Road on the west (West Bouldin Creek Watershed; Williamson Creek Watershed). The proposed zoning changes will create a Neighborhood Plan Combining District (NPCD) covering the entire area described above. The proposed zoning changes also implement the land use recommendations of the South Austin Combined Neighborhood Plan, NP-2013-0030, on 889 acres. Under the proposed South Manchaca NPCD, the following are proposed to be applied area-wide: 1) infill options including small-lot amnesty and secondary apartments, 2) design tools including parking placement and impervious cover restrictions, garage placement, and front porch setback, and 3) mobile food establishment restrictions; and 4) within designated subdistricts, the infill options of urban home and corner store. Staff Recommendation: To grant rezonings that implement the land use recommendations of the South Manchaca Neighborhood Plan. Planning Commission Recommendation: To forward to Council with no recommendation. Applicant and Agent: City of Austin, Planning and Development Review Department. City Staff: Francis Reilly, 512-974-7657. 132. C14-2014-0019 - Garrison Park Neighborhood Plan Area Rezonings - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-2 by rezoning property locally known as the Garrison Park Neighborhood Planning Area, generally bounded by West Stassney Lane on the north, South 1st Street on the east, West William Cannon Drive on the south, and Deatonhill Drive and generally along the lot line, and Westgate Boulevard on the west (Williamson Creek Watershed). The proposed zoning changes will create a Neighborhood Plan Combining District (NPCD) covering the entire area described above. The proposed zoning changes also implement the land use recommendations of the South Austin Combined Neighborhood Plan, NP-2013-0030, on 1,257.6 acres. Under the proposed Garrison Park NPCD, the following are proposed to be applied area-wide: 1) the infill option of small-lot amnesty, 2) design tools including parking placement and impervious cover restrictions, garage placement, and front porch setback, and 3) mobile food establishment restrictions; and 4) within designated subdistricts, the infill options of cottage lot, urban home and secondary apartments. Staff Recommendation: To grant rezonings that implement the land use recommendations of the Garrison Park Neighborhood Plan. Planning Commission Recommendation: To forward to Council with no recommendation. Applicant and Agent: City of Austin, Planning and Development Review Department. City Staff: Francis Reilly, 512-974-7657.
129. NP-2013-0030 - South Austin Combined Neighborhood Plan - Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan by adopting the South Austin Combined Neighborhood Plan. The boundaries for the South Austin Combined Neighborhood Planning Area are Ben White Blvd. on the north, South 1st St. on the east, William Cannon Drive on the south, and the Sunset Valley City Limits on the west. 130. C14-2014-0017 - Westgate Neighborhood Plan Area Rezonings - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-2 by rezoning property locally known as the Westgate Neighborhood Planning Area, generally bounded by West Ben White Boulevard on the north, Manchaca Road on the east, West Stassney Lane on the south, and generally along the lot line and Westgate Boulevard on the west (Williamson Creek Watershed). The proposed zoning changes will create a Neighborhood Plan Combining District (NPCD) covering the entire area described above. The proposed zoning changes also implement the land use recommendations of the South Austin Combined Neighborhood Plan, NP-2013-0030, on 537.02 acres. Under the proposed Westgate NPCD, the following are proposed to be applied area-wide: 1) design tools including parking placement and impervious cover restrictions, garage placement, and front porch setback, and 2) mobile food establishment restrictions. Staff Recommendation: To grant rezonings that implement the land use recommendations of the Westgate Neighborhood Plan. Planning Commission Recommendation: To forward to Council with no recommendation. Applicant and Agent: City of Austin, Planning and Development Review Department. City Staff: Francis Reilly, 512-974-7657. 131. C14-2014-0018 - South Manchaca Neighborhood Plan Area Rezonings - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-2 by rezoning property locally known as the South Manchaca Neighborhood Planning Area, generally bounded by West Ben White Boulevard on the north, South 1st Street on the east, West Stassney Lane on the south, and Manchaca Road on the west (West Bouldin Creek Watershed; Williamson Creek Watershed). The proposed zoning changes will create a Neighborhood Plan Combining District (NPCD) covering the entire area described above. The proposed zoning changes also implement the land use recommendations of the South Austin Combined Neighborhood Plan, NP-2013-0030, on 889 acres. Under the proposed South Manchaca NPCD, the following are proposed to be applied area-wide: 1) infill options including small-lot amnesty and secondary apartments, 2) design tools including parking placement and impervious cover restrictions, garage placement, and front porch setback, and 3) mobile food establishment restrictions; and 4) within designated subdistricts, the infill options of urban home and corner store. Staff Recommendation: To grant rezonings that implement the land use recommendations of the South Manchaca Neighborhood Plan. Planning Commission Recommendation: To forward to Council with no recommendation. Applicant and Agent: City of Austin, Planning and Development Review Department. City Staff: Francis Reilly, 512-974-7657. 132. C14-2014-0019 - Garrison Park Neighborhood Plan Area Rezonings - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-2 by rezoning property locally known as the Garrison Park Neighborhood Planning Area, generally bounded by West Stassney Lane on the north, South 1st Street on the east, West William Cannon Drive on the south, and Deatonhill Drive and generally along the lot line, and Westgate Boulevard on the west (Williamson Creek Watershed). The proposed zoning changes will create a Neighborhood Plan Combining District (NPCD) covering the entire area described above. The proposed zoning changes also implement the land use recommendations of the South Austin Combined Neighborhood Plan, NP-2013-0030, on 1,257.6 acres. Under the proposed Garrison Park NPCD, the following are proposed to be applied area-wide: 1) the infill option of small-lot amnesty, 2) design tools including parking placement and impervious cover restrictions, garage placement, and front porch setback, and 3) mobile food establishment restrictions; and 4) within designated subdistricts, the infill options of cottage lot, urban home and secondary apartments. Staff Recommendation: To grant rezonings that implement the land use recommendations of the Garrison Park Neighborhood Plan. Planning Commission Recommendation: To forward to Council with no recommendation. Applicant and Agent: City of Austin, Planning and Development Review Department. City Staff: Francis Reilly, 512-974-7657.
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance naming parkland located at 1213 Shoal Creek Boulevard, the "Heath Eiland and Morgan Moss BMX Skate Park".
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance authorizing floodplain variances to demolish the existing single-family house at 4515 Speedway and construct a new two story duplex. This property is partially in the 25-year floodplain and entirely in the 100-year floodplain of Waller Creek.
Aug 28, 2014 City Council Meetings
Items 1 - 97 Pulled Items: 2, 3, 11, 12, 38, 41, 81, 97, 148, 149, 151 - 154, 155, 157, 158
2. Approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 15-6 (Solid Waste Services) relating to requirements for the private solid waste collection program. Related to Item #3. 3. Approve amendments to administrative rules associated with City Code Chapter 15-6 (Solid Waste Services) relating to requirements for the private solid waste collection program. Related to Item #2.
11. Approve Service Extension Request No. 3406 for water service to a 25.5 acre tract at 11900 Buckner Road located within the Drinking Water Protection Zone, the City's Limited Purpose jurisdiction, and Austin Water Utility's service area. 12. Approve Service Extension Request No. 3407 for waste water service to a 25.5 acre tract at 11900 Buckner Road located within the Drinking Water Protection Zone, the City's Limited Purpose jurisdiction, and Austin Water Utility's service area.
Robert Ozer - City waivers/expenditures for the medical school Gus Peña - 1. To improve the budget process; 2. To get out the vote; 3. This city is too expensive; we need affordable housing for the poor people; 4. City Council needs to make better decisions so that City actions will not adversely impact less fortunate and the poor. Eleanor Harris - Lacrosse usage for multipurpose fields Susana Almanza - Make Austin affordable! Janet Herrera - Advocacy, care coordination and Human Resource consulting Al Braden - I am supporting the work of the Gen Plan Task Force, especially the 2030 goal to end carbon emissions from Austin Energy generation, the recommendation for 600 MW more utility level solar to replace Decker, that AE negotiate to gain ownership of one Fayette unit for near term closure, that no more fossil fuel generation be built by Austin Energy without broad expert advice on the long-term outlook for gas pricing and that the Council affordability goals of February 2011 be adhered to. Julian Reyes - Austin dogs CAROLANNROSEKENNEDY - PRECEDENTIAL ASPIRATIONS Steve Cochran - Non-enforcement of the McMansion ordinance Teresa Cochran - Austin Energy
102. Discuss legal issues related to City of Austin 2014 labor negotiations with employees in the Fire department (Private consultation with legal counsel-Section 551.071) 103. Discuss legal issues related to the transition to electing the council from single-member districts (Private consultation with legal counsel - Section 551.071 of the Government Code). 104. Discuss legal issues related to Open Government matters (Private consultation with legal counsel - Section 551.071 of the Government Code). 105. Discuss legal issues related to the November 2014 election (Private consultation with legal counsel- Section 551.071 of the Government Code).
Mueller Local Government Coporation
Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of Minutes for the September 9, 2013 Regular Board Meeting. Consent 2. Approve a resolution authorizing the issuance of Mueller Local Government Corporation
106. Approve an ordinance authorizing the City of Austin, Texas, Certificates of Obligation, Series 2014, in an amount not to exceed $40,450,000, authorizing related documents, and approving related fees. These bonds will be used for the Waller Creek Tunnel Project, Loop 1/290 connectors transportation project, and for the Watershed Home Buyout Program. 107. Approve an ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of City of Austin, Texas, Certificates of Obligation, Taxable Series 2014, in a par amount not to exceed $9,600,000 by February 28, 2015, in accordance with the parameters set out in the ordinance, authorizing related documents, and approving related fees. These bonds will be used for the Grey Rock Golf Course and improvements to that golf course. 108. Approve an ordinance authorizing the City of Austin Public Property Finance Contractual Obligations, Series 2014, in an amount not to exceed $15,800,000, and approving all related documents, and related fees. Contractual obligations will be used to finance the purchase of equipment for Austin Transportation, Austin Water Utility, Communications Technology Management, and Public Works. 109. Approve an ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of City of Austin Public Improvement Bonds, Taxable Series 2014, in a par amount not to exceed $10,000,000 by February 28, 2015, in accordance with the parameters set out in the ordinance, authorizing related documents, and approving related fees. These bonds are being issued to provide funding relating to a reimbursement resolution previously approved by Council for 2013 bond election projects. The funds will be used as described in the Council-approved bond sale schedule for affordable housing. 110. Approve an ordinance authorizing the City of Austin Public Improvement Bonds, Series 2014, in an amount not to exceed $104,620,000, authorizing related documents, and approving related fees. These bonds are being issued to provide funding relating to reimbursement resolutions previously approved by Council for 2006, 2010, and 2012 bond election projects. The funds will be used as described in the Council-approved bond sale schedule for health and human services facilities, library facilities, open space, parks and recreation projects, public safety facilities, and transportation and mobility infrastructure. 111. Approve a resolution authorizing the issuance of Mueller Local Government Corporation Contract Revenue Bonds, Series 2014 in a par amount not to exceed $18,265,000, by the Mueller Local Government Corporation (Corporation), by February 28, 2015, in accordance with the parameters set out in the resolution, authorizing all related documents between the City and the Corporation, and approving related fees.
102. Discuss legal issues related to City of Austin 2014 labor negotiations with employees in the Fire department (Private consultation with legal counsel-Section 551.071) 103. Discuss legal issues related to the transition to electing the council from single-member districts (Private consultation with legal counsel - Section 551.071 of the Government Code). 104. Discuss legal issues related to Open Government matters (Private consultation with legal counsel - Section 551.071 of the Government Code). 105. Discuss legal issues related to the November 2014 election (Private consultation with legal counsel- Section 551.071 of the Government Code).
Authorize negotiation and execution of a commission agreement with Michael Singer Inc., in an amount not to exceed $1,200,000 for artwork for the Consolidated Rental Car Facility at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
Approve negotiation and execution of a contract with Ending Community Homelessness Coalition, Inc. for homeless planning services and coordination, for a 12-month term beginning on October 1, 2014 and ending on September 30, 2015, in an amount not to exceed $159,500, with five 12-month renewal options, each in an amount not to exceed $159,500, for a total contract amount not to exceed $957,000.
Approve a request for S.M.A.R.T. Housing™ certification for Songhai Development, LLC, for a proposed multi-family development located at 8700 West Gate Boulevard.
Approve an ordinance amending Section 12-1-34 of the City Code to prohibit use of a portable electronic device by hand while operating a motor vehicle or bicycle, and creating an offense.
Zoning Ordinances / Restrictive Covenants (HEARINGS CLOSED) Items #113 - 116 Zoning and Neighborhood Plan Amendments (Public Hearings and Possible Action) Items #117 - 132
Approve a resolution regarding development of a comprehensive urban forest management plan. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole CO 1: Council Member Kathie Tovo CO 2: Council Member Chris Riley )
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to process code amendments related to gender-neutral signage requirements for single-occupancy restrooms and to create an implementation plan; to present these items to stakeholders for recommendations; and to report back to Council by a date certain. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Chris Riley CO 1: Council Member William Spelman CO 2: Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole )
Approve a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings for the Miscellaneous Water Rehabilitation 2009-10 Phase II Project for approximately 5,550 square feet for permanent waterline easements; approximately 16,546 square feet for temporary workspace easements; and approximately 977 square feet for a permanent waterline easement; said permanent waterline easements being situated across 10 tracts of land containing 0.127 acres (5,550 square feet) of land; said temporary workspace easements being situated across 2 tracts of land containing 0.380 acre (16,546 square feet) of land; and said permanent waterline easement being situated across a tract of land containing 0.022 acre (977 square feet) of land; all easements being situated in the James P. Wallace Abstract No. 57 in Travis County, Texas and being out of Lot A, Capital Plaza Subdivision, a Subdivision of record in Volume 19, Page 1 of the Plat Records of Travis County, Texas in the amount of $96,312. The owner of the needed property interests is CAPITAL/HIGHWAY 35, LTD. The property is located at 5407 North Interstate Highway 35, in Austin, Travis County, Texas 78723. The general route covered by this project will include the following areas: Sweet Briar Avenue from Berkman Drive to Dunbury Drive; Dunbury Drive from Sweet Briar Avenue to Briarcliff Boulevard; Dunbury Drive from Briarcliff Boulevard to Chatham Avenue; Chatham Avenue from Dunbury Drive to Berkman Drive; Capital Plaza Rear Parking Lot at Cameron Road from Larkwood Drive to Corona Drive; Northridge Drive from Berkman Drive to Delwood Drive; Westminster Drive from Northridge Drive to Rogge Lane; Loyola Lane from Creighton Lane to Drexel Drive; Arnold Drive from Northeast Drive to Carol Ann Drive; Glencrest Drive from Belfast Drive to Berkman Drive; Glencrest Drive from Cameron Road to Belfast Drive; and Brookside Drive from Wheless Lane to Glencrest Drive.
Approve a resolution in support of City sponsorship of a Jazz Festival to be produced at Kenny Dorham’s Backyard by the DiverseArts Culture Works. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Mike Martinez CO 1: Council Member Chris Riley )
Conduct a public hearing and consider approval of the Ann and Roy Butler Trail at the Southeast Shore Master Plan, which includes existing parkland along the southeast shore of Lady Bird Lake from I-35 east to the Longhorn Dam at Pleasant Valley Road. (THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR THIS ITEM WAS HELD AND CLOSED ON AUGUST 7, 2014).
Approve an ordinance naming the parkland located at 3000 Del Curto Rd. the Thomas Lasseter Neighborhood Park. (THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR THIS ITEM WAS HELD AND CLOSED ON JUNE 26, 2014.)
151. 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 ) 152. 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 ) 153. 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 ) 154. 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 )
151. 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 ) 152. 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 ) 153. 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 ) 154. 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 )
151. 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 ) 152. 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 ) 153. 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 ) 154. 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 )
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to negotiate with the Kinser family for operation of the Kinser Butler Pitch and Putt to increase the revenue share to the City, require improvements to the property, and report back to the Parks and Recreation Board and Council no later than October 16, 2014, in order for the Kinser Butler Pitch and Putt to remain as a family-friendly golf amenity and resolve transportation obstacles; and to use projected revenue generated by parking meters along Lee Barton Drive for improvements around the Kinser Butler Pitch and Putt. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Kathie Tovo CO 1: Council Member Mike Martinez )
Proclamation -- Getting Connected -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by Vicky Valdez
Proclamation -- Atzlan Dance Company's 40th Anniversary -- to be presented by Council Member and to be accepted by Roen Salinas
Proclamation -- Blood Cancer Awareness Month -- to be presented by Mayor Lee Leffingwell and to be accepted by Chris Britton
Distinguished Service Award -- Margo Sack -- to be presented by Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole and to be accepted by the honoree
Certificate of Appreciation -- Grow Zone Program -- to be presented by Council Member Chris Riley and to be accepted by the honorees
Distinguished Service Award -- Amy Smith -- to be presented by Council Member Laura Morrison and to be accepted by the honoree
Conduct a public hearing and consider approving the Master Plan for Holly Shores/Edward Rendon Sr. Park at Festival Beach, Fiesta Gardens which covers approximately 99 acres generally located along the north shore of Lady Bird Lake from I-35 east to Pleasant Valley Road and south of Canterbury Street. ( Notes: This item was postponed from the May 22, 2014 Council meeting with direction from Council to have this item at a 7:00 PM time certain. )
Conduct a public hearing and consider approving the Master Plan for Holly Shores/Edward Rendon Sr. Park at Festival Beach, Fiesta Gardens which covers approximately 99 acres generally located along the north shore of Lady Bird Lake from I-35 east to Pleasant Valley Road and south of Canterbury Street. ( Notes: This item was postponed from the May 22, 2014 Council meeting with direction from Council to have this item at a 7:00 PM time certain. )
Conduct a public hearing and consider approving the Master Plan for Holly Shores/Edward Rendon Sr. Park at Festival Beach, Fiesta Gardens which covers approximately 99 acres generally located along the north shore of Lady Bird Lake from I-35 east to Pleasant Valley Road and south of Canterbury Street. ( Notes: This item was postponed from the May 22, 2014 Council meeting with direction from Council to have this item at a 7:00 PM time certain. )
138. Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending City Code Title 25 relating to the regulation of efficiency dwelling units in certain multifamily zoning districts. 141. Conduct a public hearing and approve a resolution authorizing execution of a Strategic Partnership Agreement (“SPA”) between the City of Austin and the Cascades Municipal Utility District No. 1 (“MUD”) which includes immediate limited purpose annexation and possible future full purpose annexation of the MUD.
75. Approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 14-9 relating to the display of signs, merchandise, and accessories on city sidewalks. Related to Item #148. 148. Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-10 relating to requirements for sidewalk signs and merchandise displays. Related to Item #75.
C14-2013-0158 - 7th and Congress Hotel - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-2 by rezoning property locally known as 619 and 621 Congress Avenue (Lady Bird Lake Watershed) from central business district (CBD) to central business district-central urban redevelopment (CBD-CURE) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant central business district-central urban redevelopment (CBD-CURE) combining district zoning, with conditions. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant central business district-central urban redevelopment (CBD-CURE) combining district zoning, with conditions. Owner: Finley Company (Tim Finley, VP). Applicant: Matt Frankiewicz. Agent: Armbrust & Brown, PLLC (Lynn Ann Carley). City Staff: Lee Heckman, 512-974-7604.
157. Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to implement policies recommended by the 2014 Generation Resource Planning Task Force and the Electric Utility Commission that will reduce harmful emissions and the negative impacts of global warming. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Chris Riley CO 1: Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole CO 2: Council Member Mike Martinez ) 158. Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to create policies which increase energy efficiency program offerings for low income and low-moderate income customers, and creating a Low Income Consumer Advisory Task Force. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Kathie Tovo CO 1: Council Member Laura Morrison CO 2: Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole )
Conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the proposed increase to the drainage fee of the Watershed Protection Department as part of the Fiscal Year 2014-2015 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 2014-2015 Proposed Budget. Related to Item #140.
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 2014-2015 Proposed Budget.
Conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the City of Austin Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Proposed Budget.
Conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the City of Austin Fiscal Year 2014-2015 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 2014-2015 Proposed Budget.
C14-2014-0047 - Overlook at Spicewood Springs - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-2 by rezoning property locally known as 4920 Spicewood Springs Road (Bull Creek Watershed) from single family residence-standard lot (SF-2) district zoning to general office (GO) district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant general office-conditional overlay (GO-CO) combining district zoning, with conditions. Zoning and Platting Commission Recommendation: To grant general office-conditional overlay (GO-CO) combining district zoning, with conditions. Owner/Applicant: Joseph Benford and Richard A. Haberman Trust (Danny Haberman). Agent: CIVILE, LLC (Lawrence M. Hanrahan). City Staff: Sherri Sirwaitis, 512-974-3057. A valid petition has been filed in opposition to this rezoning request.
C14-2014-0047 - Overlook at Spicewood Springs - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-2 by rezoning property locally known as 4920 Spicewood Springs Road (Bull Creek Watershed) from single family residence-standard lot
129. NP-2013-0030 - South Austin Combined Neighborhood Plan - Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan by adopting the South Austin Combined Neighborhood Plan. The boundaries for the South Austin Combined Neighborhood Planning Area are Ben White Blvd. on the north, South 1st St. on the east, William Cannon Drive on the south, and the Sunset Valley City Limits on the west. 130. C14-2014-0017 - Westgate Neighborhood Plan Area Rezonings - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-2 by rezoning property locally known as the Westgate Neighborhood Planning Area, generally bounded by West Ben White Boulevard on the north, Manchaca Road on the east, West Stassney Lane on the south, and generally along the lot line and Westgate Boulevard on the west (Williamson Creek Watershed). The proposed zoning changes will create a Neighborhood Plan Combining District (NPCD) covering the entire area described above. The proposed zoning changes also implement the land use recommendations of the South Austin Combined Neighborhood Plan, NP-2013-0030, on 537.02 acres. Under the proposed Westgate NPCD, the following are proposed to be applied area-wide: 1) design tools including parking placement and impervious cover restrictions, garage placement, and front porch setback, and 2) mobile food establishment restrictions. Staff Recommendation: To grant rezonings that implement the land use recommendations of the Westgate Neighborhood Plan. Planning Commission Recommendation: To forward to Council with no recommendation. Applicant and Agent: City of Austin, Planning and Development Review Department. City Staff: Francis Reilly, 512-974-7657. 131. C14-2014-0018 - South Manchaca Neighborhood Plan Area Rezonings - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-2 by rezoning property locally known as the South Manchaca Neighborhood Planning Area, generally bounded by West Ben White Boulevard on the north, South 1st Street on the east, West Stassney Lane on the south, and Manchaca Road on the west (West Bouldin Creek Watershed; Williamson Creek Watershed). The proposed zoning changes will create a Neighborhood Plan Combining District (NPCD) covering the entire area described above. The proposed zoning changes also implement the land use recommendations of the South Austin Combined Neighborhood Plan, NP-2013-0030, on 889 acres. Under the proposed South Manchaca NPCD, the following are proposed to be applied area-wide: 1) infill options including small-lot amnesty and secondary apartments, 2) design tools including parking placement and impervious cover restrictions, garage placement, and front porch setback, and 3) mobile food establishment restrictions; and 4) within designated subdistricts, the infill options of urban home and corner store. Staff Recommendation: To grant rezonings that implement the land use recommendations of the South Manchaca Neighborhood Plan. Planning Commission Recommendation: To forward to Council with no recommendation. Applicant and Agent: City of Austin, Planning and Development Review Department. City Staff: Francis Reilly, 512-974-7657. 132. C14-2014-0019 - Garrison Park Neighborhood Plan Area Rezonings - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-2 by rezoning property locally known as the Garrison Park Neighborhood Planning Area, generally bounded by West Stassney Lane on the north, South 1st Street on the east, West William Cannon Drive on the south, and Deatonhill Drive and generally along the lot line, and Westgate Boulevard on the west (Williamson Creek Watershed). The proposed zoning changes will create a Neighborhood Plan Combining District (NPCD) covering the entire area described above. The proposed zoning changes also implement the land use recommendations of the South Austin Combined Neighborhood Plan, NP-2013-0030, on 1,257.6 acres. Under the proposed Garrison Park NPCD, the following are proposed to be applied area-wide: 1) the infill option of small-lot amnesty, 2) design tools including parking placement and impervious cover restrictions, garage placement, and front porch setback, and 3) mobile food establishment restrictions; and 4) within designated subdistricts, the infill options of cottage lot, urban home and secondary apartments. Staff Recommendation: To grant rezonings that implement the land use recommendations of the Garrison Park Neighborhood Plan. Planning Commission Recommendation: To forward to Council with no recommendation. Applicant and Agent: City of Austin, Planning and Development Review Department. City Staff: Francis Reilly, 512-974-7657.
129. NP-2013-0030 - South Austin Combined Neighborhood Plan - Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan by adopting the South Austin Combined Neighborhood Plan. The boundaries for the South Austin Combined Neighborhood Planning Area are Ben White Blvd. on the north, South 1st St. on the east, William Cannon Drive on the south, and the Sunset Valley City Limits on the west. 130. C14-2014-0017 - Westgate Neighborhood Plan Area Rezonings - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-2 by rezoning property locally known as the Westgate Neighborhood Planning Area, generally bounded by West Ben White Boulevard on the north, Manchaca Road on the east, West Stassney Lane on the south, and generally along the lot line and Westgate Boulevard on the west (Williamson Creek Watershed). The proposed zoning changes will create a Neighborhood Plan Combining District (NPCD) covering the entire area described above. The proposed zoning changes also implement the land use recommendations of the South Austin Combined Neighborhood Plan, NP-2013-0030, on 537.02 acres. Under the proposed Westgate NPCD, the following are proposed to be applied area-wide: 1) design tools including parking placement and impervious cover restrictions, garage placement, and front porch setback, and 2) mobile food establishment restrictions. Staff Recommendation: To grant rezonings that implement the land use recommendations of the Westgate Neighborhood Plan. Planning Commission Recommendation: To forward to Council with no recommendation. Applicant and Agent: City of Austin, Planning and Development Review Department. City Staff: Francis Reilly, 512-974-7657. 131. C14-2014-0018 - South Manchaca Neighborhood Plan Area Rezonings - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-2 by rezoning property locally known as the South Manchaca Neighborhood Planning Area, generally bounded by West Ben White Boulevard on the north, South 1st Street on the east, West Stassney Lane on the south, and Manchaca Road on the west (West Bouldin Creek Watershed; Williamson Creek Watershed). The proposed zoning changes will create a Neighborhood Plan Combining District (NPCD) covering the entire area described above. The proposed zoning changes also implement the land use recommendations of the South Austin Combined Neighborhood Plan, NP-2013-0030, on 889 acres. Under the proposed South Manchaca NPCD, the following are proposed to be applied area-wide: 1) infill options including small-lot amnesty and secondary apartments, 2) design tools including parking placement and impervious cover restrictions, garage placement, and front porch setback, and 3) mobile food establishment restrictions; and 4) within designated subdistricts, the infill options of urban home and corner store. Staff Recommendation: To grant rezonings that implement the land use recommendations of the South Manchaca Neighborhood Plan. Planning Commission Recommendation: To forward to Council with no recommendation. Applicant and Agent: City of Austin, Planning and Development Review Department. City Staff: Francis Reilly, 512-974-7657. 132. C14-2014-0019 - Garrison Park Neighborhood Plan Area Rezonings - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-2 by rezoning property locally known as the Garrison Park Neighborhood Planning Area, generally bounded by West Stassney Lane on the north, South 1st Street on the east, West William Cannon Drive on the south, and Deatonhill Drive and generally along the lot line, and Westgate Boulevard on the west (Williamson Creek Watershed). The proposed zoning changes will create a Neighborhood Plan Combining District (NPCD) covering the entire area described above. The proposed zoning changes also implement the land use recommendations of the South Austin Combined Neighborhood Plan, NP-2013-0030, on 1,257.6 acres. Under the proposed Garrison Park NPCD, the following are proposed to be applied area-wide: 1) the infill option of small-lot amnesty, 2) design tools including parking placement and impervious cover restrictions, garage placement, and front porch setback, and 3) mobile food establishment restrictions; and 4) within designated subdistricts, the infill options of cottage lot, urban home and secondary apartments. Staff Recommendation: To grant rezonings that implement the land use recommendations of the Garrison Park Neighborhood Plan. Planning Commission Recommendation: To forward to Council with no recommendation. Applicant and Agent: City of Austin, Planning and Development Review Department. City Staff: Francis Reilly, 512-974-7657.
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance naming parkland located at 1213 Shoal Creek Boulevard, the "Heath Eiland and Morgan Moss BMX Skate Park".
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance authorizing floodplain variances to demolish the existing single-family house at 4515 Speedway and construct a new two story duplex. This property is partially in the 25-year floodplain and entirely in the 100-year floodplain of Waller Creek.