9:55 AM – Invocation Rev. Rick Diamond, Journey Imperfect Faith Community 10:00 AM – City Council Convenes
Consent: 1-3, 5-9, 11-13, 17-21, 23-25, 26-28, 30-33 Pulled: 4, 10, 14-16, 22, 25, & 29.
10:00 AM - Zoning and Neighborhood Plan Amendments (Public Hearings and Possible Action) C14-2015-0160 - Champions Tract #3 - District 10 - Conduct a public hearing and approve second and third readings of an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-2 by rezoning property locally known as 6409 City Park Road (West Bull Creek Watershed) from general office-conditional overlay (GO-CO) combining district zoning to general office-mixed use-conditional overlay (GO-MU-CO) combining district zoning. First reading approved for multifamily residence-moderate-high density-conditional overlay (MF-4-CO) combining district zoning on June 23, 2016. Vote: 11-0. Owner/Applicant: Champion Assets LTD & Champion Legacy Partners LP (Josie Ellen Champion, Alma Juanita Champion Meier, Margaret Jo Roberson Duff). Agent: Armbrust & Brown, PLLC (Richard Suttle). City Staff: Jerry Rusthoven, 512-974-3207.
42. Discuss the appointment and duties of an interim City Manager (Personnel matter - Section 551.074 of the Government Code).
Authorize award and execution of a construction contract with GADBERRY CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. for the Historic Rehabilitation of the Oakwood Cemetery Chapel in the amount of $1,077,250 plus a contingency of $107,725 for a total contract amount not to exceed $1,184,975. (District 1) ( Notes: This contract will be awarded in compliance with City Code Chapter 2-9A (Minority Owned and Women Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program) through the achievements of Good Faith Efforts with 4.15% MBE and 11.76% WBE participation. )
Authorize negotiation and execution of various cooperative contracts during Fiscal Year 2016-2017 through the STATE OF TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES cooperative purchasing program for the purchase of computer, network and other technology hardware and related maintenance in an amount not to exceed $22,842,222. ( Notes: These contracts will be awarded by a cooperative purchase agreement with the Texas Department Information Resources in accordance with Chapter 2054 of the Texas Government Code. )
15. Authorize negotiation and execution of various cooperative contracts during Fiscal Year 2016-2017 through the STATE OF TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES cooperative purchasing program for the purchase of computer software and software maintenance and support in an amount not to exceed $16,686,867. ( Notes: These contracts will be awarded by a cooperative purchase agreement with the Texas Department Information Resources in accordance with Chapter 2054 of the Texas Government Code. ) 16. Authorize negotiation and execution of various cooperative contracts during Fiscal Year 2016-2017 through the STATE OF TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES cooperative purchasing program for the purchase of technology services in an amount not to exceed $27,256,144. ( Notes: These contracts will be awarded by a cooperative purchase agreement with the Texas Department Information Resources in accordance with Chapter 2054 of the Texas Government Code. )
Authorize award and execution of a 12-month contract with GRENIER SERVICES COMPANY, LLC, DBA CEDAR PARK OVERHEAD DOORS, to provide overhead door maintenance, repair, and replacement services, in an amount not to exceed $525,000, with five 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $750,000 per extension option, for a total contract amount not to exceed $4,275,000. ( Notes: This solicitation was reviewed for subcontracting opportunities in accordance with City Code Chapter 2-9C Minority Owned and Women Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program. For the services required for this solicitation, there was insufficient subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. )
Carlos León - 1) God, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit are the best, brightest, and mightiest 24/7. 2) Chemtrails belong in Hell, not here in Austin. 3) Losing your marbles Vol. II, No.?? CAROLANNEROSE KENNEDY - GOD BLESS MY UNDERWEAR: A SONG FOR CAPITOL HILLARY. Susan Morgan - Introduction of Townlake Neighborhood association. Amanda Royston - City of Austin funding for Austin Club House. Judi Edwards - Drainage issue in Montopolis neighborhood. Lovie Edwards - Montopolis flood. Joyce Statz - Old Quarry Library. Joe Quintero - Gentrification by the City of Austin Government. Valerie Romness - TBA. Linda Messier - Public Safety Budget.
39.Discuss legal issues related to open government matters (Private consultation with legal counsel - Section 551.071 of the Government Code). 40.Discuss legal issues related to a general obligation bond election (Private consultation with legal counsel - Section 551.071 of the Government Code). 41.Discuss legal issues related to charging development fees to fund affordable housing (Private consultation with legal counsel - Section 551.071 of the Government Code). 42.Discuss the appointment and duties of an interim City Manager (Personnel matter - Section 551.074 of the Government Code).
Authorize negotiation and execution of a 12-month interlocal agreement with THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN for DNA sequencing for salamanders in an amount not to exceed $13,000, with two 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $13,000 per transaction option, for a total amount not to exceed $39,000.
Approve a resolution regarding Travis County's creation of the Wildhorse Public Improvement District (PID).
Discussion and possible action initiating the selection process for appointment of a City Manager.
C14-2015-0160 - Champions Tract #3 - District 10 - Conduct a public hearing and approve second and third readings of an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-2 by rezoning property locally known as 6409 City Park Road (West Bull Creek Watershed) from general office-conditional overlay (GO-CO) combining district zoning to general office-mixed useconditional overlay (GO-MU-CO) combining district zoning. First reading approved for multifamily residence-moderate-high density-conditional overlay (MF-4-CO) combining district zoning on June 23, 2016. Vote: 11-0. Owner/Applicant: Champion Assets LTD & Champion Legacy Partners LP (Josie Ellen Champion, Alma Juanita Champion Meier, Margaret Jo Roberson Duff). Agent: Armbrust & Brown, PLLC (Richard Suttle). City Staff: Jerry Rusthoven, 512-974-3207.
Austin Housing and Finance Corporation
The Mayor will recess the City Council meeting to conduct a Board of Directors' Meeting of the Austin Housing Finance Corporation. Following adjournment of the AHFC Board meeting the City Council will reconvene. (The AHFC agenda is temporarily located at https://austin.siretechnologies.com/sirepub/mtgviewer.aspx?meetid=1242&doctype=Agenda)
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending Title 25 of the City Code to change regulations related to Subchapter F gross floor area exemptions for garages and carports.
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan.
48. Conduct a public hearing and consider an appeal regarding the Planning Commission’s approval of two compatibility waivers for development at 2510 South Congress Avenue (Site Plan No. SP-2015-0300C)(District 3). 49. Conduct a public hearing and consider an appeal regarding the Planning Commission’s conditions of approval for a Conditional Use Permit for a Late Hours Permit with associated parking setback variance at 615 South Lamar Blvd.
Conduct a public hearing and consider a resolution supporting an application to be submitted to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs by thinkEAST Apartments, Ltd., or an affiliated entity, for the new construction of an affordable multi-family development to be located at 1143 Shady Lane. (District 3)
Conduct a public hearing on the proposed property (ad valorem) tax rate for Fiscal Year 2016-2017.
Conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the City of Austin Fiscal Year 2016-2017 Proposed Budget.
Conduct a public hearing and consider an appeal regarding the Planning Commission’s approval of two compatibility waivers for development at 2510 South Congress Avenue (Site Plan No. SP-2015-0300C)(District 3).
Proclamation – Global March for Elephants and Rhinos—To be presented by Mayor Steve Adler and to be accepted by Kaia Newton and Thyra Rutter
Proclamation – Take a Loved One for a Checkup—To be presented by Council Member Ora Houston
Distinguished Service Award – Anthony Flood retirement—To be presented by Mayor Steve Adler and to be accepted by the honoree
Certificate of Congratulations – Grant for Technology Opportunities Awardees—To be presented by Mayor Steve Adler and to be accepted by the honorees
Conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the City of Austin Fiscal Year 2016-2017 Proposed Budget.
Conduct a public hearing and approve second and third readings of an ordinance amending City Code Title 25 to establish requirements for tenant notification and tenant relocation assistance for certain multi-family and mobile home projects.
Conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the City of Austin Fiscal Year 2016-2017 Proposed Budget.
Approve a resolution requiring that any future incentive program for expedited permit review include worker protection standards for nonresidential projects. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Ann Kitchen CO 1: Council Member Sabino "Pio" Renteria CO 2: Council Member Gregorio Casar CO 3: Council Member Leslie Pool )
Conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the City of Austin Fiscal Year 2016-2017 Proposed Budget. Adjourn
Sep 01, 2016 City Council Meetings
9:55 AM – Invocation Rev. Rick Diamond, Journey Imperfect Faith Community 10:00 AM – City Council Convenes
Consent: 1-3, 5-9, 11-13, 17-21, 23-25, 26-28, 30-33 Pulled: 4, 10, 14-16, 22, 25, & 29.
10:00 AM - Zoning and Neighborhood Plan Amendments (Public Hearings and Possible Action) C14-2015-0160 - Champions Tract #3 - District 10 - Conduct a public hearing and approve second and third readings of an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-2 by rezoning property locally known as 6409 City Park Road (West Bull Creek Watershed) from general office-conditional overlay (GO-CO) combining district zoning to general office-mixed use-conditional overlay (GO-MU-CO) combining district zoning. First reading approved for multifamily residence-moderate-high density-conditional overlay (MF-4-CO) combining district zoning on June 23, 2016. Vote: 11-0. Owner/Applicant: Champion Assets LTD & Champion Legacy Partners LP (Josie Ellen Champion, Alma Juanita Champion Meier, Margaret Jo Roberson Duff). Agent: Armbrust & Brown, PLLC (Richard Suttle). City Staff: Jerry Rusthoven, 512-974-3207.
42. Discuss the appointment and duties of an interim City Manager (Personnel matter - Section 551.074 of the Government Code).
Authorize award and execution of a construction contract with GADBERRY CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. for the Historic Rehabilitation of the Oakwood Cemetery Chapel in the amount of $1,077,250 plus a contingency of $107,725 for a total contract amount not to exceed $1,184,975. (District 1) ( Notes: This contract will be awarded in compliance with City Code Chapter 2-9A (Minority Owned and Women Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program) through the achievements of Good Faith Efforts with 4.15% MBE and 11.76% WBE participation. )
Authorize negotiation and execution of various cooperative contracts during Fiscal Year 2016-2017 through the STATE OF TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES cooperative purchasing program for the purchase of computer, network and other technology hardware and related maintenance in an amount not to exceed $22,842,222. ( Notes: These contracts will be awarded by a cooperative purchase agreement with the Texas Department Information Resources in accordance with Chapter 2054 of the Texas Government Code. )
15. Authorize negotiation and execution of various cooperative contracts during Fiscal Year 2016-2017 through the STATE OF TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES cooperative purchasing program for the purchase of computer software and software maintenance and support in an amount not to exceed $16,686,867. ( Notes: These contracts will be awarded by a cooperative purchase agreement with the Texas Department Information Resources in accordance with Chapter 2054 of the Texas Government Code. ) 16. Authorize negotiation and execution of various cooperative contracts during Fiscal Year 2016-2017 through the STATE OF TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES cooperative purchasing program for the purchase of technology services in an amount not to exceed $27,256,144. ( Notes: These contracts will be awarded by a cooperative purchase agreement with the Texas Department Information Resources in accordance with Chapter 2054 of the Texas Government Code. )
Authorize award and execution of a 12-month contract with GRENIER SERVICES COMPANY, LLC, DBA CEDAR PARK OVERHEAD DOORS, to provide overhead door maintenance, repair, and replacement services, in an amount not to exceed $525,000, with five 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $750,000 per extension option, for a total contract amount not to exceed $4,275,000. ( Notes: This solicitation was reviewed for subcontracting opportunities in accordance with City Code Chapter 2-9C Minority Owned and Women Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program. For the services required for this solicitation, there was insufficient subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. )
Carlos León - 1) God, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit are the best, brightest, and mightiest 24/7. 2) Chemtrails belong in Hell, not here in Austin. 3) Losing your marbles Vol. II, No.?? CAROLANNEROSE KENNEDY - GOD BLESS MY UNDERWEAR: A SONG FOR CAPITOL HILLARY. Susan Morgan - Introduction of Townlake Neighborhood association. Amanda Royston - City of Austin funding for Austin Club House. Judi Edwards - Drainage issue in Montopolis neighborhood. Lovie Edwards - Montopolis flood. Joyce Statz - Old Quarry Library. Joe Quintero - Gentrification by the City of Austin Government. Valerie Romness - TBA. Linda Messier - Public Safety Budget.
39.Discuss legal issues related to open government matters (Private consultation with legal counsel - Section 551.071 of the Government Code). 40.Discuss legal issues related to a general obligation bond election (Private consultation with legal counsel - Section 551.071 of the Government Code). 41.Discuss legal issues related to charging development fees to fund affordable housing (Private consultation with legal counsel - Section 551.071 of the Government Code). 42.Discuss the appointment and duties of an interim City Manager (Personnel matter - Section 551.074 of the Government Code).
Authorize negotiation and execution of a 12-month interlocal agreement with THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN for DNA sequencing for salamanders in an amount not to exceed $13,000, with two 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $13,000 per transaction option, for a total amount not to exceed $39,000.
Approve a resolution regarding Travis County's creation of the Wildhorse Public Improvement District (PID).
Discussion and possible action initiating the selection process for appointment of a City Manager.
C14-2015-0160 - Champions Tract #3 - District 10 - Conduct a public hearing and approve second and third readings of an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-2 by rezoning property locally known as 6409 City Park Road (West Bull Creek Watershed) from general office-conditional overlay (GO-CO) combining district zoning to general office-mixed useconditional overlay (GO-MU-CO) combining district zoning. First reading approved for multifamily residence-moderate-high density-conditional overlay (MF-4-CO) combining district zoning on June 23, 2016. Vote: 11-0. Owner/Applicant: Champion Assets LTD & Champion Legacy Partners LP (Josie Ellen Champion, Alma Juanita Champion Meier, Margaret Jo Roberson Duff). Agent: Armbrust & Brown, PLLC (Richard Suttle). City Staff: Jerry Rusthoven, 512-974-3207.
Austin Housing and Finance Corporation
The Mayor will recess the City Council meeting to conduct a Board of Directors' Meeting of the Austin Housing Finance Corporation. Following adjournment of the AHFC Board meeting the City Council will reconvene. (The AHFC agenda is temporarily located at https://austin.siretechnologies.com/sirepub/mtgviewer.aspx?meetid=1242&doctype=Agenda)
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending Title 25 of the City Code to change regulations related to Subchapter F gross floor area exemptions for garages and carports.
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan.
48. Conduct a public hearing and consider an appeal regarding the Planning Commission’s approval of two compatibility waivers for development at 2510 South Congress Avenue (Site Plan No. SP-2015-0300C)(District 3). 49. Conduct a public hearing and consider an appeal regarding the Planning Commission’s conditions of approval for a Conditional Use Permit for a Late Hours Permit with associated parking setback variance at 615 South Lamar Blvd.
Conduct a public hearing and consider a resolution supporting an application to be submitted to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs by thinkEAST Apartments, Ltd., or an affiliated entity, for the new construction of an affordable multi-family development to be located at 1143 Shady Lane. (District 3)
Conduct a public hearing on the proposed property (ad valorem) tax rate for Fiscal Year 2016-2017.
Conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the City of Austin Fiscal Year 2016-2017 Proposed Budget.
Conduct a public hearing and consider an appeal regarding the Planning Commission’s approval of two compatibility waivers for development at 2510 South Congress Avenue (Site Plan No. SP-2015-0300C)(District 3).
Proclamation – Global March for Elephants and Rhinos—To be presented by Mayor Steve Adler and to be accepted by Kaia Newton and Thyra Rutter
Proclamation – Take a Loved One for a Checkup—To be presented by Council Member Ora Houston
Distinguished Service Award – Anthony Flood retirement—To be presented by Mayor Steve Adler and to be accepted by the honoree
Certificate of Congratulations – Grant for Technology Opportunities Awardees—To be presented by Mayor Steve Adler and to be accepted by the honorees
Conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the City of Austin Fiscal Year 2016-2017 Proposed Budget.
Conduct a public hearing and approve second and third readings of an ordinance amending City Code Title 25 to establish requirements for tenant notification and tenant relocation assistance for certain multi-family and mobile home projects.
Conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the City of Austin Fiscal Year 2016-2017 Proposed Budget.
Approve a resolution requiring that any future incentive program for expedited permit review include worker protection standards for nonresidential projects. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Ann Kitchen CO 1: Council Member Sabino "Pio" Renteria CO 2: Council Member Gregorio Casar CO 3: Council Member Leslie Pool )
Conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the City of Austin Fiscal Year 2016-2017 Proposed Budget. Adjourn