Regular Meeting of the Austin City Council
May 26, 2011
Meeting Agenda
Agenda, 182kb
Changes to the Meeting Agenda
Agenda Changes and Corrections Part 1 of 2, 18kb
Agenda Changes and Corrections Part 2 of 2, 27kb
Approved Meeting Minutes
The minutes for the Regular Meeting of May 26, 2011 were approved on the 9th day of June 2011 on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Minutes, 658kb
Closed Caption Transcript
Transcript, 431kb
Video
Agenda Items - May 26, 2011
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Item 1 - May 26, 2011
Approve the minutes of the Austin City Council special called meeting of May 10, 2011 and regular meeting of May 12, 2011.
The minutes from the special called Council meeting of May 10, 2011 and regular Council meeting of May 12, 2011 were approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
There are no documents published for this agenda item.
Item 2 - May 26, 2011
Approve a resolution governing the process for commission review of proposed revisions to Austin Energy electric rates and addressing cost allocation methodologies.
Resolution No. 20110526-002 was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20110526-002, PDF, 109kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-002, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution, PDF, 15kb
20110526-002, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 77kb
Item 3 - May 26, 2011
Adopt an ordinance consenting to the annexation of approximately 64 acres into Travis County Water Control and Improvement District No. 10 (WCID No. 10) for the provision of water service and allowing out-of-district service to and future annexation of one single-family residential property; and waiving Article 2 of Chapter 25-9 of the City Code.
Ordinance No. 20110526-003 was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20110526-003, PDF, 75kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-003, Agenda Backup: Draft ordinance, PDF, 93kb
20110526-003, Agenda Backup: MAP, PDF, 243kb
20110526-003, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 77kb
Item 4 - May 26, 2011
Approve a Resolution authorizing the application for State and Tribal Assistance Grant funds in the amount of $485,000, from the United States Environmental Protection Agency for activities associated with the mitigation of Sanitary Sewer Overflows.
Resolution No. 20110526-004 was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20110526-004, PDF, 23kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-004, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution, PDF, 16kb
20110526-004, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 75kb
Item 5 - May 26, 2011
Approve an ordinance ordering a runoff election to be held in the City of Austin on June 18, 2011 to elect the Council Member to Place 3, making provision for the conduct of the election, making provision for the oath of office, and declaring an emergency.
Ordinance No. 20110526-005 was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Ordinance
20110526-005, Ordinance (English Version), PDF, 699kb
20110526-005, Ordinance (Spanish Version), PDF, 687kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-005, Agenda Backup: Draft Ordinance (English_Spanish), PDF, 18kb
20110526-005, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 67kb
20110526-005, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 590kb
Item 6 - May 26, 2011
Authorize negotiation and execution of an Interlocal Agreement with the University of Texas, with automatic renewal annually unless terminated pursuant to the terms of the agreement, for the City's Wireless Communication Services Division ("WCSD") to perform and bill UT at the City's current rates for installation, maintenance, and repair of the University's mobile and portable two-way radios, mobile data computers, in-vehicle video/audio systems, sirens, light bars, antennas, and related equipment.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of an interlocal agreement with the University of Texas was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-006, Agenda Backup: Backup (DRAFT Interlocal Agreement), PDF, 42kb
20110526-006, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 66kb
Item 7 - May 26, 2011
Authorize negotiation and execution of Amendment No. A-2 (Long Lead, Civil Structural and Main [Interior] Work Components) to the Construction Manager at Risk Agreement with DPR CONSTRUCTION, INC., Austin, TX, for the Austin Energy System Control Center Project in the amount of $58,152,220. The total Guaranteed Maximum Price ("GMP") including all Work Components of the Agreement is $60,390,710. In addition to the previously approved Owner's contingency of $46,000, an additional $1,500,000 is requested for a not-to-exceed authorization amount of $61,936,710.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of amendment number A-2 to the Construction Manager at Risk Agreement with DPR Construction, Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-007, Agenda Backup: Authorization History (052611 CLMD AE CMR SYSTEM CONTROL CENTER), PDF, 36kb
20110526-007, Agenda Backup: Fiscal Note, PDF, 65kb
20110526-007, Agenda Backup: M/WBE Summary (052611 CLMD AE CMR SYSTEM CONTROL CENTER), PDF, 76kb
20110526-007, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 109kb
Item 8 - May 26, 2011
Authorize execution of a construction contract with MUNIZ CONCRETE AND CONTRACTING, INC. (MBE/MH - 70.88%), Austin, TX for ADA Sidewalk & Ramp Improvements 2011 Group 12 City Wide in the amount of $2,493,455.20 plus a $249,345.52 contingency, for a total contract amount not to exceed $2,742,800.72.
This item was postponed indefinitely on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-008, Agenda Backup: Fiscal Note (ADA SIDEWALK RAMP IMPROVEMENTS 2011 GROUP 12), PDF, 44kb
20110526-008, Agenda Backup: Map (052611 PW 2011 ADA SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS GROUP 12), PDF, 291kb
20110526-008, Agenda Backup: MWBE Summary (052611 PW 2011 ADA SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS GROUP 12), PDF, 59kb
20110526-008, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 77kb
Item 9 - May 26, 2011
Authorize execution of a construction contract with AUSTIN ENGINEERING CO., Inc. Austin, TX for the Service to Annexed Areas 2222 Frontage Water and Wastewater Project in the amount of $246,580 plus a $24,658 contingency, for a total contract amount not to exceed $271,238.
The motion authorizing the execution of a construction contract with Austin Engineering Co., Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-009, Agenda Backup: Map (052611 PW AWU 2011 STAA 2222 FRONTAGE WATER AND WASTEWATER LINES), PDF, 103kb
20110526-009, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 76kb
Item 10 - May 26, 2011
Authorize execution of a construction contract with RS ELLIS, INC. dba SOUTHWEST CORPORATION, Austin, TX for a Control House to serve the future Webberville Solar Switchyard in a total contract amount not to exceed $123,231.
The motion authorizing the execution of a construction contract with RS Ellis, Inc. doing business as Southwest Corporation was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-010, Agenda Backup: Fiscal Note (WEBBERVILLE SOLAR SWITCHYARD CONTROL HOUSE), PDF, 60kb
20110526-010, Agenda Backup: M/WBE Summary (052611 WEBBERVILLE SOLAR SWITCHYARD CONTROL HOUSE), PDF, 53kb
20110526-010, Agenda Backup: Map (052611 WEBBERVILLE SOLAR SWITCHYARD CONTROL HOUSE), PDF, 52kb
20110526-010, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 75kb
Item 11 - May 26, 2011
Authorize execution of a construction contract with MCLEAN CONSTRUCTION, INC., Killeen, TX for the Airport at Chesterfield Wastewater Improvements in an amount of $5,832,036 plus a $291,602 contingency for a total amount not to exceed $6,123,638.
The motion authorizing the execution of a construction contract with McLean Construction, Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-011, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 12 - May 26, 2011
Authorize execution of Change Order # 1 to the construction contract with AARON CONCRETE CONTRACTORS, LP, Austin, TX for the Group 11 Reconstruction and Utility Adjustments for the Burleson Road Heights and Santa Monica Park Subdivisions Phase 2 Project in the amount of $455,086.48, for a total contract amount not to exceed $2,275,436.01.
The motion authorizing the execution of change order number one to the construction contract with Aaron Concrete Contractors, LP was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-012, Agenda Backup: Fiscal Note (Group 11 Phase 2), PDF, 38kb
20110526-012, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 67kb
Item 13 - May 26, 2011
Authorize execution of Change Order #4 to the construction contract with MCLEAN CONSTRUCTION INC., Killeen, TX, for Group 32-Thirty Second Street Reconstruction and Utility Adjustment Project from Duval Street to Red River Street, in the amount of $173,373, for a total contract amount not to exceed $1,936,125.
The motion authorizing the execution of change order number four to the construction contract with McLean Construction Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-013, Agenda Backup: Fiscal Note (Group 32), PDF, 25kb
20110526-013, Agenda Backup: Map (052611 PW WPD 2011 32ND STREET RECONSTRUCTION), PDF, 123kb
20110526-013, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 67kb
Item 14 - May 26, 2011
Authorize execution of Change Order #4 to the construction contract with PRISM DEVELOPMENT, INC., Austin, TX (MBE/MH-51.63%) for the BMX and Skate Park at Austin Recreation Center in the amount of $75,966.40, for a total contract amount not to exceed $1,148,725.51.
The motion authorizing the execution of change order number four to the construction contract with Prism Development, Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-014, Agenda Backup: Authorization History (052611 PARD CO BMX SKATEPARK), PDF, 65kb
20110526-014, Agenda Backup: Expense Detail, PDF, 33kb
20110526-014, Agenda Backup: M/WBE Summary (052611 PARD BXM SKATEPARK), PDF, 61kb
20110526-014, Agenda Backup: Map (052611 PARD BXM SKATEPARK), PDF, 202kb
20110526-014, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 78kb
20110526-014, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 109kb
Item 15 - May 26, 2011
Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to the professional services agreement with the following two firms: REYNOLDS SMITH AND HILLS, INC., Austin, TX and SUNLAND GROUP (WBE/FW), Austin, TX for architectural and engineering services for the ABIA Architectural & Engineering Rotation List 2009-2012 for the years 2011 through 2012 or until available funding authorization is expended, in the amount of $1,500,000 in additional authorization, for a total not to exceed amount of $4,500,000 for this rotation list. This additional authorization will be distributed as follows: $750,000 will be allocated to REYNOLDS SMITH AND HILLS, INC and $750,000 will be allocated to SUNLAND GROUP.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of an amendment to the professional services agreement with Reynolds Smith and Hills, Inc. and Sunland Group (WBE/FW) was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-015, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 16 - May 26, 2011
Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to the professional services agreement with CAS CONSULTING & SERVICES, INC. (MBE/MA - 42.85%), Austin, TX for engineering services for Airport at Chesterfield Wastewater Improvements in the amount of $92,961, for a total contract amount not to exceed $1,072,961.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of an amendment to the professional services agreement with CAS Consulting & Services, Inc. (MBE/MA) was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 6-0 vote. Mayor Leffingwell recused himself.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-016, Agenda Backup: Fiscal Note, PDF, 35kb
20110526-016, Agenda Backup: Map (052611 PW AWU 2011 AIRPORT AT CHESTERFIELD WW IMPROVEMENTS), PDF, 489kb
20110526-016, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 66kb
Item 17 - May 26, 2011
Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to the professional services agreement with CARTER & BURGESS, INC., Austin, TX, for additional services including public outreach, revision of permitting, bid and construction documents, surveying services, bid phase support, construction phase support and extended warranty services for the Boardwalk Trail at Lady Bird Lake in the amount of $990,000, for a total contract amount not to exceed $3,030,000.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of an amendment to the professional services agreement with Carter & Burgess, Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-017, Agenda Backup: Fiscal Note (052611 PW PARD 2011 LADY BIRD LAKE BOARDWALK TRAIL), PDF, 33kb
20110526-017, Agenda Backup: M/WBE Summary (052611 PW PARD 2011 LADY BIRD LAKE BOARDWALK TRAIL), PDF, 60kb
20110526-017, Agenda Backup: Map (052611 PW PARD 2011 LADY BIRD LAKE BOARDWALK TRAIL), PDF, 1.5mb
20110526-017, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 18 - May 26, 2011
Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to the professional services agreement with CASABELLA ARCHITECTS (MBE/MH - 69.16%), Austin, TX, for architectural services for sign design and a parking study for the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center in the amount of $69,959, for a total contract amount not to exceed $2,653,659.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of an amendment to the professional services agreement with Casabella Architects (MBE/MH) was approved on Council Member Cole's motion, Council Member Spelman's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-018, Agenda Backup: Fiscal Note (MACC Sign Parking 05 26 2011), PDF, 45kb
20110526-018, Agenda Backup: M/WBE Summary (052611 PW PARD 2011 MACC SIGN DESIGN AND PARKING STUDY), PDF, 62kb
20110526-018, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 67kb
Item 19 - May 26, 2011
Approve the sale by Catellus Austin, LLC of a 4.46 acre parcel along Mueller Boulevard between 51st Street and Barbara Jordan Boulevard to the Austin Independent School District to be used for the construction of a Performing Arts Center.
The motion to approve the sale by Catellus Austin, LLC of a parcel along Mueller Boulevard to the Austin Independent School District was approved on Council Member Morrison's motion, Council Member Spelman's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-019, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 72kb
Item 20 - May 26, 2011
Authorize negotiation and execution of a design and commission agreement with Reginald Charles Adams for the African American Cultural and Heritage Facility Art in Public Places project in an amount not to exceed $65,000.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of a design and commission agreement with Reginald Charles Adams was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-020, Agenda Backup: Fiscal Note, PDF, 45kb
20110526-020, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 82kb
Item 21 - May 26, 2011
Approve an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Sustainability Fund (Ordinance No. 20100913-002) to transfer $685,000 to the Health and Human Services Department (HHSD) Capital Budget (Ordinance No. 20100913-003); and amending the HHSD Capital Budget to appropriate $685,000 for repairs and improvements to the Austin Resource Center for the Homeless.
Ordinance No. 20110526-021 was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20110526-021, PDF, 29kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-021, Agenda Backup: 5-26-11 HHSD ARCH Reno CIP Fiscal Note, PDF, 33kb
20110526-021, Agenda Backup: 5-26-11 Sustain Fund & HHSD Operating Amend, PDF, 32kb
20110526-021, Agenda Backup: Draft Ordinance, PDF, 17kb
20110526-021, Agenda Backup: Memo, PDF, 138kb
20110526-021, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 67kb
Item 22 - May 26, 2011
Approve a settlement agreement in Louis Olivier and Karen Hayden v. City of Austin, Tri Tech Software Systems and Versaterm U.S. Corp; Docket No. D-1-GN-10-004352; in the 345th Judicial District Court of Travis Co., Texas.
The motion to approve a settlement agreement in the amount of $250,000 in Louis Olivier and Karen Hayden v. City of Austin, Tri Tech Software Systems and Versaterm was approved on Council Member Cole's motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-022, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 60kb
Item 23 - May 26, 2011
Authorize negotiation and execution of a legal services agreement with Fulbright & Jaworski, L.L.P., for legal advice and representation relating to public improvement district (PID) bonds for the Whisper Valley and Indian Hills development projects, for a total contract amount not to exceed $175,000.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of a legal services agreement with Fulbright & Jaworski L.L.P. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-023, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 77kb
Item 24 - May 26, 2011
Approve a resolution adopting districting criteria.
Resolution No. 20110526-024 was approved on Council Member Cole's motion, Council Member Spelman's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20110526-024, PDF, 70kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-024, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution (Criteria), PDF, 30kb
20110526-024, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 66kb
Item 25 - May 26, 2011
Approve a resolution adopting districting guidelines.
Resolution No. 20110526-025 was approved with the following amendment and direction to staff on Council Member Cole's motion, Council Member Spelman's second on a 7-0 vote. The amendment was to strike number seven from the "BE IT RESOLVED" section of the resolution. Direction was given to staff to bring back a separate resolution with regard to the public process at a later date.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20110526-025, PDF, 63kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-025, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution (Guidelines), PDF, 29kb
20110526-025, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 66kb
20110526-025, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 75kb
Item 26 - May 26, 2011
Approve a resolution authorizing the application for grant funding of up to $2,500,000 from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development Lead Hazard Reduction Demonstration Program for the City's LeadSmart Program.
Resolution No. 20110526-026 was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20110526-026, PDF, 25kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-026, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution, PDF, 16kb
20110526-026, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 75kb
Item 27 - May 26, 2011
Approve a resolution authorizing the application for grant funding of up to $2,000,000 from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Healthy Homes and Lead Hazard Control for the Healthy Homes Production Program.
Resolution No. 20110526-027 was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20110526-027, PDF, 26kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-027, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution, PDF, 16kb
20110526-027, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 74kb
Item 28 - May 26, 2011
Execute Interlocal Agreements between the City of Austin and Galveston County and the City of Galveston relating to the short-term sheltering of hurricane evacuees.
The motion to execute the interlocal agreement between the City of Austin and Galveston County and the City of Galveston was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-028, Agenda Backup: IA with City of Galveston, PDF, 364kb
20110526-028, Agenda Backup: IA with Galveston County, PDF, 99kb
20110526-028, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 61kb
Item 29 - May 26, 2011
Approve naming of the new Chestnut House, located at 1183 Chestnut Avenue, as the Britton, Durst, Howard and Spence Building.
The motion to approve the naming of the new Chestnut House as the Britton, Durst, Howard and Spence Building was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-029, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 65kb
Item 30 - May 26, 2011
Approve an amendment to Resolution No. 20110428-013, Exhibit A, related to the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Austin and the Waller Creek Conservancy.
The motion to approve an amendment to Exhibit A of Resolution No. 20110428-013 was approved on Council Member Spelman's motion, Mayor Leffingwell's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-030, Agenda Backup: Draft Memorandum of Understanding, PDF, 96kb
20110526-030, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 90kb
20110526-030, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 67kb
Item 31 - May 26, 2011
Authorize negotiation and execution of an agreement between the City of Austin and THE TRAIL FOUNDATION, a Texas non-profit corporation, for a contribution of $3 million towards the City's Boardwalk Trail at Lady Bird Lake project.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of an agreement between the City of Austin and The Trail Foundation was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-031, Agenda Backup: Map (TRAIL FOUNDATION CONTRIBUTION AGREEMENT), PDF, 44kb
20110526-031, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 70kb
Item 32 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award, negotiation and execution of a contract with ALLKIOSK, Mesa, AZ, the only qualified offeror, for the purchase of two bill payment terminals for Austin Energy in an estimated amount not to exceed $250,000.
The motion authorizing the award, negotiation and execution of a contract with Allkiosk was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-032, Agenda Backup: Fiscal Note - AllKiosk, PDF, 62kb
20110526-032, Agenda Backup: MATRIX ALLKIOSK, PDF, 23kb
20110526-032, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 71kb
Item 33 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 1 to a contract with ALTIVIA CORPORATION, Houston, TX for the purchase of sodium hypochlorite for Austin Energy power plants, to exercise the first 12-month extension option in an estimated not to exceed $33,470, with two additional 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $33,470 each, for a revised total estimated contract amount not to exceed $167,350.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number one to a contract with Altivia Corporation was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-033, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 34 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award, negotiation and execution of a 12-month requirements service contract with APPLEONE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES, Austin, TX, or one of the other qualified offerors to RFP No. TVN0014REBID for temporary staffing services for the Citywide Austin 3-1-1 Information Contact Center and the Utility Contact Center, in an estimated amount not to exceed $4,500,000 with four 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $4,500,000 per extension option, for an estimated total contract amount not to exceed $22,500,000.
This item was tabled on Council Member Morrison's motion, Council Member Spelman's second on a 6-0 vote. Council Member Shade was off the dais. The motion authorizing the award, negotiation and execution of a 12-month only requirements service contract with AppleOne Employment Services was approved on Council Member Morrison motion, Council Member Spelman's second on a 7-0 vote. Upon consideration of renewal of the contract, staff was directed to provide Council with alternatives. Additional direction was given to staff to analyze whether an employee that has been trained and has experience on the phone will do a better job with helping citizens with complaints on the 311 system versus a temporary employee.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-034, Agenda Backup: MATRIX APPLEONE, PDF, 24kb
20110526-034, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 73kb
Item 35 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 4 to a contract with BABCOCK & WILCOX POWER GENERATION GROUP, INC., Hatfield, PA, for the maintenance and support of the Data Acquisition and Handling Systems (DAHS) associated with the continuous emissions monitoring systems at Decker Creek Power Station and Sand Hill Energy Center to exercise the second 12-month extension option in an estimated amount not to exceed $47,177 and to add five additional 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $33,062 per extension option for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $264,834.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number four to a contract with Babcock & Wilcox Power Generation Group, Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-035, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 70kb
Item 36 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of a 12-month requirements supply contract with POWER SUPPLY, INC., Austin, TX for the purchase of 138 kV Potential Transformers for Austin Energy in an estimated amount not to exceed $197,400, with four 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $197,400 per extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $987,000.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of a requirements supply contract with Power Supply, Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-036, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 81kb
Item 37 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award, negotiation, and execution of a purchase contract with SMITH POWER PRODUCTS, INC., Houston, TX, for the purchase of an engine generator for the Hornsby Bend Biosolids Management Plant in an estimated amount not to exceed $1,227,225, with the option for a 96-month service and maintenance contract for this generator in an estimated amount not to exceed $1,563,200, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $2,790,425.
The motion authorizing the award, negotiation and execution of a purchase contract with Smith Power Products, Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-037, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 81kb
Item 38 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 1 to a contract with AIRPORT LIGHTING SYSTEMS, INC., Grapevine, TX for airfield lamps to provide funding in the amount not to exceed $49,000 for the third 12-month period of the initial 36-month contract, with three 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $49,000 per extension option, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $294,000.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number one to a contract with Airport Lighting Systems, Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-038, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 69kb
Item 39 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 2 to a contract with APPLIED INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES, Austin, TX for HVAC belts motors and pumps for the Aviation Department to provide funding in the amount not to exceed $34,848 for the third 12-month period of the initial 36-month contract, with three 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $34,848 per extension option, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $214,088.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number two to a contract with Applied Industrial Technologies was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-039, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 69kb
Item 40 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 3 to a contract with ASSOCIATED TIME & PARKING CONTROLS, INC., Austin, TX for repairs and parts for the parking revenue control equipment at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, to increase the contract for the final 12-month period of the initial 48-month contract in an amount not to exceed $60,000, with three additional 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $60,000 per extension option, for a total contract amount not to exceed $450,000.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number three to a contract with Associated Time & Parking Controls, Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-040, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 79kb
Item 41 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 1 to a contract with AUSTIN ARMATURE WORKS LP, Buda, TX, for HVAC belts, motors and pumps for the Aviation Department to provide funding in the amount not to exceed $50,295 for the third 12-month period of the initial 36-month contract, with three additional 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $50,295 per extension option, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $301,770.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number one to a contract with Austin Armature Works L.P. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-041, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 69kb
Item 42 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No.2 to a contract with FUSION SERVICES LTD dba AUTO GATE, Austin, TX for maintenance and repair of perimeter gates at ABIA to extend the contract for one 12-month period in the amount not to exceed $49,000 with one additional 12-month extension option in an amount not to exceed $49,000, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $245,000.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number two to a contract with Fusion Services Ltd. doing business as Auto Gate was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-042, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 69kb
Item 43 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 2 to a contract with GSE HOLDINGS, INC. dba J&B AVIATION SERVICES, INC., Vacaville, CA for ground power cables and end connectors for the Aviation Department to provide funding in the amount no to exceed $49,000 for the third 12-month period of the initial 36-month contract, with two additional 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $49,000 per extension, for a total contract amount not to exceed $245,000.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number two to a contract with GSE Holdings, Inc. doing business as J&B Aviation Services, Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-043, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 44 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 1 to a contract with LIQUID ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS OF TEXAS LP, Austin, TX for grease trap and car wash rack maintenance services for the Aviation Department to provide funding in the amount not to exceed $12,266 for the third 12-month period of the initial 36-month contract, with three additional 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $12,266 per extension option, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $73,596.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number one to a contract with Liquid Environmental Solutions of Texas LP was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-044, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 69kb
Item 45 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 3 an administrative increase to a contract with SIEMENS INDUSTRY, INC., Austin, TX for replacement parts for the baggage handling system to provide funding for the third 12-month period of the initial 36-month contract, with two additional 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $52,000 per extension option, for a total contract amount not to exceed $260,000. Siemens Industry, Inc. is the sole source provider for these parts.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number three an administrative increase to a contract with Siemens Industry, Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-045, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 46 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 2 to the contract with IMAGEWEAR UNIFORMS, Westminster, SC, for the purchase of work uniforms for the Austin Convention Center Department, to extend the contract for one additional 12-month period in an amount not to exceed $34,045, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $102,135.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number two to the contract with Imagewear Uniforms was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-046, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 67kb
Item 47 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of a 12-month contract with the CODE FOR AMERICA FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, for programming services related to the AustinGO project in an amount not to exceed $150,000.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of a contract with the Code for America Fellowship Program was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-047, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 70kb
Item 48 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award, negotiation, and execution of a 36-month contract with INNOVYZE, INC., Arcadia, CA, for additional licenses and software maintenance and support for InfoWorks and InfoWater software in an amount not to exceed $253,306.84. Innovyze, Inc. is the sole source provider for these products and services.
The motion authorizing the award, negotiation and execution of a contract with Innovyze, Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-048, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 69kb
Item 49 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of a contract through the Texas Local Government Purchasing Cooperative (BuyBoard) with SNF, INC. dba BRAND FX Ft. Worth, TX, for the purchase of one brush truck in an amount not to exceed $100,000.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of a contract through the Texas Local Government Purchasing Cooperative (BuyBoard) with SNF, Inc. doing business as Brand FX was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-049, Agenda Backup: Fiscal Note, PDF, 39kb
20110526-049, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 70kb
Item 50 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of a contract through the Houston-Galveston Area Council of Governments Cooperative Purchasing Program (HGAC) with FREEWAY FORD, Houston, TX, for the purchase of one Emergency Medical Services (EMS) command vehicle in an amount not to exceed $120,225.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of a contract through the Houston-Galveston Area Council of Governments Cooperative Purchasing Program (HGAC) with Freeway Ford was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-050, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 69kb
Item 51 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of a 29-month requirements contract through the Texas Local Government Purchasing Cooperative (BUYBOARD) with SOIL EXPRESS, Prosper, TX, and GAMETIME/TOTAL RECREATION PRODUCTS, INC., Cypress, TX, for engineered wood fiber mulch for the Parks and Recreation Department, in an amount not to exceed $855,000.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of a requirements contract through the Texas Local Government Purchasing Cooperative (BUYBOARD) with Soil Express and Gametime/Total Recreation Products, Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-051, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 52 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 3 to a 36-month contract with THE WHITLOCK GROUP, Austin, TX, for maintenance of audio/visual equipment at City Hall in an amount not to exceed $6,420 and to increase the three 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $6,420 per extension option, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $617,440.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number three to a contract with The Whitlock Group was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-052, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 69kb
Item 53 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 2 to a contract with: FALCON INSURANCE AGENCY, Austin, TX for liability and physical damage insurance coverage for helicopters and airplanes, to exercise option year two in the amount not to exceed $48,810 with three additional 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $52,500 each. The base year amount was $42,260 and option year one was $46,486, for a total contract amount not to exceed $295,056.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number two to a contract with Falcon Insurance Agency was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-053, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 54 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 2 to exercise the first of three 12-month extension options of a requirements service contract with PROGRESSIVE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES, INC., Eastland, TX., for the purchase of rapid response remediation services in an estimated amount not to exceed $48,600 with two 12-month extension option in an estimated amount not to exceed $48,600 per extension option, for a total revised contract amount not to exceed $291,600.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number two to exercise the first of three extension options of a requirements service contract with Progressive Environmental Services, Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-054, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 73kb
Item 55 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 2 to a contract with PILLER INC., Middletown, NY, for uninterruptible power supply maintenance, to exercise the second 12-month extension option in an amount not to exceed $22,869 and to add three additional 12-month extension options in amounts not to exceed $24,012.45 for the first additional extension option, $25,213.07 for the second additional extension option, and $26,473.73 for the third additional extension option, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $138,258.25.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number two to a contract with Piller Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-055, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 67kb
Item 56 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 2 to a contract with CLIFFORD POWER SYSTEMS, INC., Austin, TX for inspection and maintenance of emergency and standby power systems to provide funding in the amount not to exceed $34,414 for the second and third 12-month periods of the initial 36-month extension period, with one additional 36-month extension option in an amount not to exceed $103,242, for a total contract amount not to exceed $269,643.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number two to a contract with Clifford Power Systems, Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-056, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 57 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 1 to exercise the first of three extension options of a requirements supply agreement with KBS ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTORS INC., Austin, TX, for the purchase of insecticides for various city departments in an estimated amount not to exceed $17,446 with two extension option in the amount of $17,446 per extension option, for a total contract amount not to exceed $104,676.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number one to exercise the first of three extension options of a requirements supply agreement with KBS Electrical Distributors Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-057, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 72kb
Item 58 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of a 60-month requirements service contract with EMERSON NETWORK POWER, LEIBERT SERVICES, INC., Westerville, OH for maintenance and replacement parts for ABIA's baggage handling and security systems, in an estimated amount not to exceed $107,106 with five 12-month extension options in estimated amounts not to exceed $23,380 for the first extension option, $24,149 for the second extension option, $24,957 for the third extension option, $25,805 for the fourth extension option, and $26,695 for the fifth extension option for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $232,092. Emerson Network Power, Leibert Services, Inc. is the sole source provided for these services and products.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of a requirements service contract with Emerson Network Power, Leibert Services, Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-058, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 69kb
Item 59 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 2 to a contract with ARTHUR W. BELL dba KIL-A-BUG PROFESSIONAL PEST CONTROL, Austin, TX for pest control services to provide funding in the amount of $27,696 for the final 12-month period of the initial 36-month contract, with three 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $27,696 per extension option, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $167,541.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number two to a contract with Arthur W. Bell doing business as Kil-A-Bug Professional Pest Control was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-059, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 76kb
Item 60 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 1 to a contract with NUNN ELECTRIC SUPPLY dba Border States Electric Supply, Austin, TX for airfield lamps to provide funding in the amount not to exceed $49,000 for the third 12-month period of the initial 36-month contract, with three additional 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $49,000 per extension option, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $294,000.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number one to a contract with Nunn Electric Supply doing business as Border States Electric Supply was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-060, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 69kb
Item 61 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 1 to a contract with NUNN ELECTRIC SUPPLY dba Border States Electric Supply, Austin, TX for airfield lamps to provide funding in the amount not to exceed $49,000 for the third 12-month period of the initial 36-month contract, with three additional 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $49,000 per extension option, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $294,000.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number one to a contract with Nunn Electric Supply doing business as Border States Electric Supply was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-061, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 62 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 1 to a contract with GENESIS LAMP CORPORATION, Painesville, OH for airfield lamps to provide funding in the amount not to exceed $49,000 for the third 12-month period of the initial 36-month contract, with three additional 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $49,000 per extension option, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $294,000.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number one to a contract with Genesis Lamp Corporation was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-062, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 77kb
Item 63 - May 26, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 1 to a contract with: COMMUNICATION SERVICES FOR THE DEAF, INC., Austin, TX for sign language services for the hearing impaired for the Neighborhood Housing Community Development, to exercise the first extension option in the amount not to exceed $14,250, and add one 12-month extension option in an amount not to exceed $14,250, for a total contract amount not to exceed $71,250.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number one to a contract with Communication Services for the Deaf, Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-063, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 64 - May 26, 2011
Approve an ordinance accepting $499,915 from the Texas Department of Transportation in Federal Earmark Funding for the purchase and installation of travel time and traffic count sensors at various locations throughout the city of Austin; amending the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Austin Transportation Department Operating Budget Special Revenue Fund (Ordinance No. 20100913-002) to appropriate $499,915 in Federal Earmark Funds; and amending the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Austin Transportation Department Capital Budget (Ordinance No. 20100913-003) to transfer in $499,915 from the Austin Transportation Department Operating Budget Special Revenue Fund for traffic signals. (Notes: Related to Item # 66)
Ordinance No. 20110526-064 was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20110526-064, PDF, 37kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-064, Agenda Backup: Backup (Advance Funding Agreement), PDF, 538kb
20110526-064, Agenda Backup: Fiscal Note, PDF, 39kb
20110526-064, Agenda Backup: Fiscal Note (CIP), PDF, 39kb
20110526-064, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 71kb
20110526-064, Agenda Late Backup Part 1 of 2, PDF, 38kb
20110526-064, Agenda Late Backup Part 2 of 2, PDF, 39kb
Item 65 - May 26, 2011
Approve an ordinance accepting funds in the amount of $285,000 from Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority to be used to provide the priority operation of traffic signals for buses being operated on a Bus Rapid Transit route to improve travel time; amending the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Austin Transportation Department Operating Budget Special Revenue Fund (Ordinance No. 20100913-002) to appropriate $285,000; and amending the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Austin Transportation Department Capital Budget (Ordinance No. 20100913-003) to transfer in and appropriate $285,000 from the Austin Transportation Department Operating Budget Special Revenue Fund for traffic signals. (Notes: Related to Item #67)
Ordinance No. 20110526-065 was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20110526-065, PDF, 38kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-065, Agenda Backup: Draft Ordinance, PDF, 18kb
20110526-065, Agenda Backup: Fiscal Note (CIP), PDF, 38kb
20110526-065, Agenda Backup: Fiscal Note (Operating Budget), PDF, 39kb
20110526-065, Agenda Backup: Interlocal Agreement, PDF, 147kb
20110526-065, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 78kb
Item 66 - May 26, 2011
Approve a resolution authorizing negotiation and execution of an Advance Funding Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation for award of $499,915 in Federal Earmark Funding for the purchase and installation of travel time and traffic count sensors at various locations throughout the City of Austin. (Notes: Related to Item #64)
Resolution No. 20110526-066 was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20110526-066, PDF, 24kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-066, Agenda Backup: Agreement, PDF, 538kb
20110526-066, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution, PDF, 16kb
20110526-066, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 71kb
Item 67 - May 26, 2011
Approve a resolution authorizing the negotiation and execution of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority (CMTA) to accept up to $285,000 from CMTA to be used to provide for priority operation of traffic signals for buses operated on a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) route, which will improve their travel time and schedule reliability. (Notes: Related to Item #65.)
Resolution No. 20110526-067 was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20110526-067, PDF, 26kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-067, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution, PDF, 16kb
20110526-067, Agenda Backup: Interlocal Agreement, PDF, 147kb
20110526-067, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 74kb
Item 68 - May 26, 2011
Approve an ordinance authorizing three Letter of Credit and Reimbursement Agreements between the City of Austin, JPMorgan, KBC Bank, and Royal Bank of Canada related to the $248,350,000 currently outstanding City of Austin, Airport System Variable Rate Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2005, and approve and authorize all necessary documents and fees relating to these Letter of Credit Agreements.
Ordinance No. 20110526-068 was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20110526-068, PDF, 3.9mb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-068, Agenda Backup: Draft Ordinance (Revised-Liquidity_Credit Facility 2011), PDF, 87kb
20110526-068, Agenda Backup: Exhibit A-1 (Austin Wrap Reimbursement Agr), PDF, 1.6mb
20110526-068, Agenda Backup: Exhibit A-2 (#3116837v3_HOU_ - REVISED Austin_Wrap_Reimbursement Agreement_KBC), PDF, 1.2mb
20110526-068, Agenda Backup: Exhibit A-3 (REVISED Austin_Wrap_Reimbursement Agreement_ROYAL BANK), PDF, 1.1mb
20110526-068, Agenda Backup: Exhibit B-3 (Letter of Agreement), PDF, 56kb
20110526-068, Agenda Backup: Exhibit C (Insurance Policy Cancellation Agreement (from Assured), PDF, 39kb
20110526-068, Agenda Backup: Exhibit D (Swap Management Agreement), PDF, 38kb
20110526-068, Agenda Backup: Exhibit E (Tender Agency Agreement (City of Austin Airport 2011), PDF, 65kb
20110526-068, Agenda Backup: Exhibit F ( 2008 Reoffering Circular - Airport_5-17-11), PDF, 322kb
20110526-068, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 77kb
Item 69 - May 26, 2011
Authorize negotiation and execution of a professional underwriting agreement with Piper Jaffray & Co. as the underwriter in connection with the issuance of the proposed City of Austin, Texas Public Improvement District Special Assessment Revenue Bonds, Series 2011 (Whisper Valley Project) and the City of Austin, Texas Public Improvement District Special Assessment Revenue Bonds, Series 2011 (Indian Hills Project).
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of a professional underwriting agreement with Piper Jaffray & Co. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-069, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 46kb
Item 70 - May 26, 2011
Authorize negotiation and execution of Amendment No. 7 to an Interlocal Agreement with the University of North Texas for a native vegetation restoration project to be conducted in Lake Austin and Lady Bird Lake for prevention of invasive riparian plant growth in an amount not to exceed $30,000, for a revised contract amount not to exceed $525,000.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of amendment number seven to an interlocal agreement with the University of North Texas was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-070, Agenda Backup: Fiscal Note, PDF, 22kb
20110526-070, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 70kb
Item 71 - May 26, 2011
Approve an ordinance authorizing the acceptance of additional grant funds in the amount of $755,679 from the Office of the Governor, Division of Emergency Management; and amending the 2010-2011 Watershed Protection Department Operating Budget Special Revenue Fund (Ordinance No. 20100913-002) to appropriate $755,679 to the DR-1791-016 Hurricane Ike Hazard Mitigation Grant Program for the buyout and demolition of four additional single family houses in the floodplain of Williamson Creek near the intersection of West Gate Boulevard and Cherry Creek Drive. Up to $755,679 is available in Federal Emergency Management Agency funding. Local matching funds are required to cover 25% of the program's cost.
Ordinance No. 20110526-071 as approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20110526-071, PDF, 30kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-071, Agenda Backup: Draft Ordinance, PDF, 18kb
20110526-071, Agenda Backup: Fiscal Note, PDF, 33kb
20110526-071, Agenda Backup: Letter (State), PDF, 230kb
20110526-071, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 89kb
Item 72 - May 26, 2011
Approve appointments and certain related waivers to citizen boards and commissions, to Council subcommittees and other intergovernmental bodies and removal and replacement of members. Approve appointments to citizen board and commissions, to Council subcommittees and other intergovernmental bodies and removal and replacement of members.
The appointments and waivers were approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-072, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 20kb
Item 73 - May 26, 2011
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to begin operation of a free cell phone waiting area on the grounds of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport no later than January 1, 2012. (Notes: SPONSOR: Mayor Lee Leffingwell CO 1: Mayor Pro Tem Mike Martinez CO 2: Council Member Randi Shade)
Resolution No. 20110526-073 was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20110526-073, PDF, 24kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-073, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution, PDF, 13kb
20110526-073, Agenda Backup: Item from Council, PDF, 66kb
Item 74 - May 26, 2011
Approve a resolution authorizing the City Manager to take necessary steps, including legal action, to protect the interests of the citizens of Austin as it relates to state and federal redistricting legislation. (Notes: SPONSOR: Mayor Lee Leffingwell CO 1: Mayor Pro Tem Mike Martinez CO 2: Council Member Randi Shade)
Resolution No. 20110526-074 was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20110526-074, PDF, 25kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-074, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution, PDF, 17kb
20110526-074, Agenda Backup: Item from Council, PDF, 65kb
Item 75 - May 26, 2011
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to prepare a budget amendment for transfer of funds from the Sustainability Fund and the General Fund to the Health and Human Services Department for services for at-risk youth.( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Laura Morrison CO 1: Council Member Sheryl Cole)
Resolution No. 20110526-075 was approved with the following amendment on Council Member Cole's motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote. The amendment was to change the "BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED" clause of the resolution to include an exchange of recommendations between the African American Resource Commission and the Hispanic/Latino Community Oversight Team and provide Council with consensus recommendations from the Early Childhood Council, the African American Resource Commission and the Hispanic/Latino Community Oversight Team.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20110526-075, PDF, 41kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-075, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution (IFC LM Sustainability Fund), PDF, 24kb
20110526-075, Agenda Backup: Item from Council, PDF, 66kb
Item 76 - May 26, 2011
Approve a resolution initiating amendments to City Code Title 25 and Chapter 11-1 and directing the City Manager to develop an ordinance, make recommendations, and take other actions relating to the City's historic preservation program.
This item was postponed to July 28, 2011 with the following direction to staff on Council Member Spelman's motion, Council Member Morrison's second on 7-0 vote. Staff was directed to review the city's property tax exemption process for historic landmarks set out in the City Code, chapter 11-1, sections 21-26 to determine if changes are needed to ensure that the process is consistent with the Texas Tax Code Section 11.24.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-076, Agenda Backup: Item from Council, PDF, 56kb
20110526-076, Agenda Backup: Revised Resolution, PDF, 58kb
20110526-076, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 239kb
Item 77 - May 26, 2011
Set a public hearing to consider an ordinance amending Chapters 25-1 and 25-2 of the City Code to modify requirements for open space (C20-2010-020). (Suggested date and time: June 23, 2011, 4:00 p.m. at Austin City Hall, 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX.)
The public hearing was set on consent for June 23, 2011 at 4:00 p.m., City Hall at 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-077, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 70kb
Item 78 - May 26, 2011
Set a public hearing to consider an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 30-2 (Subdivision Requirements) to add a new Section 30-2-287 requiring residential plats in the extra-territorial jurisdiction of Travis County to include a consumer protection notice alerting homebuyers that minimal land use regulations apply outside the city limits. (Suggested date and time: June 23, 2011, 4:00 p.m. at Austin City Hall, 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX.)
The public hearing was set on consent for June 23, 2011 at 4:00 p.m., City Hall at 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-078, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 79 - May 26, 2011
Mueller update.
The presentation was made by Kevin Johns, Director of Economic Growth and Redevelopment Services, and Greg Weaver, Executive Vice President-Development, Catellus Development.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-079, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 11.4mb
Item 80 - May 26, 2011
Discuss legal issues relating to State Farm Lloyds As Subrogee Of Don Rip Miller, II, et. al vs. City Of Austin/Austin Energy; cause No. D-1-GN-09-001061; in the 261st Judicial District Court of Travis Co., Texas; (private consultation with legal counsel pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code).
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-080, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 81 - May 26, 2011
Discuss legal issues related to a Texas Open Meetings Act complaint, associated requests made under the Public Information Act and the retention of records (Private consultation with legal counsel pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code).
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-081, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 82 - May 26, 2011
Discuss legal issues relating to districting and proposed city charter amendments (Private consultation with legal counsel pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code).
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-082, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 83 - May 26, 2011
Evaluate the performance of and consider the compensation and benefits for the City Clerk (Personnel Matters Section 551.074)
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-083, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 84 - May 26, 2011
NPA-2010-0012.01 - 2001 & 2005 Chicon Street- Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 20020801-91, the Upper Boggy Creek Neighborhood Plan, an element of the Austin Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan, to change the land use designation on the future land use map (FLUM) on property locally known as 2001 and 2005 Chicon Street (Boggy Creek Watershed) from Single Family to Mixed Use/Office land use. Staff Recommendation: Pending. Planning Commission Recommendation: To be reviewed on May 24, 2011. Owner/Applicant: Youth and Family Alliance, dba LifeWorks. Agent: Youth and Family Alliance, dba LifeWorks. (Mitch Weynand, Chief Operating Officer). City Staff: Maureen Meredith, 974-2695.
This item was postponed indefinitely on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Council Member Morrison's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 6-0 vote. Council Member Spelman was off the dais. (Under City Code, items postponed indefinitely are withdrawn from the active agenda and must be re-noticed before being placed back on the council agenda.)
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-084, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 71kb
20110526-084, Agenda Backup: Staff Report (npa 2010 0012.01), PDF, 132kb
Item 85 - May 26, 2011
C14-2010-0127 - LifeWorks East Central - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 2001 and 2005 Chicon Street (Boggy Creek Watershed) from family residence-neighborhood plan (SF-3-NP) combining district zoning to limited office-mixed use-conditional overlay-neighborhood plan (LO-MU-CO-NP) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: Pending. Planning Commission Recommendation: To be reviewed on May 24, 2011. Applicant: Youth and Family Alliance, dba LifeWorks (Susan McDowell). Agent: Youth and Family Alliance, dba LifeWorks (Mitch Weynand). City Staff: Joi Harden, 974-2122.
This item was postponed indefinitely on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Council Member Morrison's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 6-0 vote. Council Member Spelman was off the dais. (Under City Code, items postponed indefinitely are withdrawn from the active agenda and must be re-noticed before being placed back on the council agenda.)
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-085, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 71kb
20110526-085, Agenda Backup: Staff Report (C14 2010 0127), PDF, 172kb
Item 86 - May 26, 2011
NPA-2010-0012.02 - 2007 Chicon Street - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 20020801-91, the Upper Boggy Creek Neighborhood Plan, an element of the Austin Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan, to change the land use designation on the future land use map (FLUM) on property locally known as 2007 Chicon Street (Boggy Creek Watershed) from Single Family to Mixed Use/Office land use. Staff Recommendation: Pending. Planning Commission Recommendation: To be reviewed on May 24, 2011. Owner/Applicant: Youth and Family Alliance dba LifeWorks. Agent: Youth and Family Alliance dba LifeWorks. (Mitch Weynand, Chief Operating Officer). City Staff: Maureen Meredith, 974-2695.
This item was postponed indefinitely on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Council Member Morrison's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 6-0 vote. Council Member Spelman was off the dais. (Under City Code, items postponed indefinitely are withdrawn from the active agenda and must be re-noticed before being placed back on the council agenda.)
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-086, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 70kb
20110526-086, Agenda Backup: Staff Report (npa 2010 0012.02), PDF, 135kb
Item 87 - May 26, 2011
C14-2010-0136 - LifeWorks East Central - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 2007 Chicon Street (Boggy Creek Watershed) from family residence-neighborhood plan (SF-3-NP) combining district zoning to limited office-mixed use-conditional overlay-neighborhood plan (LO-MU-CO-NP) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: Pending. Planning Commission Recommendation: To be reviewed on May 24, 2011. Applicant: Youth and Family Alliance, dba LifeWorks (Susan McDowell). Agent: Youth and Family Alliance, dba LifeWorks (Mitch Weynand). City Staff: Joi Harden, 974-2122.
This item was postponed indefinitely on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Council Member Morrison's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 6-0 vote. Council Member Spelman was off the dais. (Under City Code, items postponed indefinitely are withdrawn from the active agenda and must be re-noticed before being placed back on the council agenda.)
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-087, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 71kb
20110526-087, Agenda Backup: Staff Report (C14 2010 0136), PDF, 176kb
Item 88 - May 26, 2011
NPA-2011-0005.01 - Riverside Gardens - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 20010927-05, the Montopolis Neighborhood Plan, an element of the Austin Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan, to change the land use designation on the future land use map (FLUM) on property locally known as 6716 East Riverside Drive (Carson Creek Watershed) from Commercial land use to Multifamily land use on Tract 1. Staff Recommendation: To grant the change in FLUM to Higher Density Single Family land use on Tracts 1 and 2. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant the change in FLUM to Higher Density Single Family land use on Tracts 1 and 2. Owner/Applicant: Equity Secured Capital, L.P. (Vincent M. DiMare, Jr.). Agent: Carlson, Brigance & Doering, Inc. (Charles R. Brigance, Jr., P.E.). Maureen Meredith, 974-2695.
This item was postponed to June 23, 2011 at the adjacent property owner's request on Council Member Cole's motion, Council Member Riley's second on a 6-0 vote. Council Member Spelman was off the dais.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-088, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 71kb
20110526-088, Agenda Backup: Staff Report (npa 2011 0005.01), PDF, 1.7mb
20110526-088, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 104kb
Item 89 - May 26, 2011
C14-2010-0204 - Riverside Gardens - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 6716 East Riverside Drive (Carson Creek Watershed) from multifamily residence medium density - neighborhood plan (MF-3-NP) combining district zoning and general commercial services - neighborhood plan (CS-NP) combining district zoning to single family residence small lot - neighborhood plan (SF-4A-NP) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To approve single family residence small lot - neighborhood plan (SF-4A-NP) combining district zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To approve single family residence small lot - neighborhood plan (SF-4A-NP) combining district zoning. Owner/Applicant: Equity Secured Capital, L.P. (Vincent M. DiMare, Jr.). Agent: Carlson, Brigance & Doering, Inc. (Charles Brigance). City Staff: Stephen Rye, 974-7604.
This item was postponed to June 23, 2011 at the adjacent property owner's request on Council Member Cole's motion, Council Member Riley's second on a 6-0 vote. Council Member Spelman was off the dais.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-089, Agenda Backup: Ordinance (C14-2010-0204), PDF, 176kb
20110526-089, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 72kb
20110526-089, Agenda Backup: Staff Report (C14-2010-0204), PDF, 740kb
20110526-089, Agenda Late Backup Part 1 of 2, PDF, 29kb
20110526-089, Agenda Late Backup Part 2 of 2, PDF, 48kb
Item 90 - May 26, 2011
C14-2011-0013 - MU-14 Investments - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 4807 North Quinlan Park Road (Bear Creek West Watershed) from neighborhood commercial-conditional overlay (LR-CO) combining district zoning and limited office-conditional overlay (LO-CO) combining district zoning to community commercial (GR) district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant community commercial-conditional overlay (GR-CO) combining district zoning. Zoning and Platting Commission Recommendation: To grant community commercial-conditional overlay (GR-CO) combining district zoning. Applicant: MU-14 Investments, Ltd. (James Plasek). Agent: Crocker Consultants (Sarah Crocker). City Staff: Clark Patterson, 974-7691.
The public hearing was conducted and the motion to close the public hearing and approve Ordinance No. 20110526-090 for community commercial-conditional overlay (GR-CO) combining district zoning was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Council Member Morrison's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 6-0 vote. Council Member Spelman was off the dais.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20110526-090, PDF, 351kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-090, Agenda Backup: Ordinance (C14 2011 0013), PDF, 349kb
20110526-090, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 71kb
20110526-090, Agenda Backup: Staff Report (C14 2011 0013), PDF, 499kb
Item 91 - May 26, 2011
C14-2011-0020 - Andrew A. Bergad - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 1100 East 8th Street (Waller Creek Watershed) from limited office-historic landmark-neighborhood plan (LO-H-NP) combining district zoning to family residence-historic landmark-neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-NP) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant family residence-historic landmark-neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-NP) combining district zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant family residence-historic landmark-neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-NP) combining district zoning. Applicant and Agent: Andrew A. Bergad. City Staff: Joi Harden, 974-2122.
The public hearing was conducted and the motion to close the public hearing and approve Ordinance No. 20110526-091 for family residence-historic landmark-neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-NP) combining district zoning was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Council Member Morrison's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 6-0 vote. Council Member Spelman was off the dais.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20110526-091, PDF, 122kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-091, Agenda Backup: Ordinance (C14-2011-0020), PDF, 123kb
20110526-091, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 71kb
20110526-091, Agenda Backup: Staff Report (C14-2011-0020), PDF, 717kb
Item 92 - May 26, 2011
C14-2011-0024 - Chestnut - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 1709 Miriam Avenue (Boggy Creek Watershed) from transit-oriented development-neighborhood plan-conditional overlay (TOD-NP-CO) combining district zoning to transit-oriented development-neighborhood plan-conditional overlay (TOD-NP-CO) combining district zoning, to change a condition of zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant transit-oriented development-neighborhood plan-conditional overlay (TOD-NP-CO) combining district zoning, to change a condition of zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant transit-oriented development-neighborhood plan-conditional overlay (TOD-NP-CO) combining district zoning, to change a condition of zoning. Applicant: Freehaven Development (Tom Patton). Agent: FNA Land & Development (Justin Henry). City Staff: Joi Harden, 974-2122.
The public hearing was conducted and the motion to close the public hearing and approve Ordinance No. 20110526-092 for transit-oriented development-neighborhood plan-conditional overlay (TOD-NP-CO) combining district zoning, to change a condition of zoning, was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Council Member Morrison's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 6-0 vote. Council Member Spelman was off the dais.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20110526-092, PDF, 891kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-092, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 71kb
20110526-092, Agenda Backup: Staff Report (C14 2011 0024), PDF, 891kb
20110526-092, Agenda Late Backup Part 1 of 2, PDF, 58kb
20110526-092, Agenda Late Backup Part 2 of 2, PDF, 646kb
Item 93 - May 26, 2011
C14-2010-0199 - C G & S Corral - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 402 Corral Lane (South Boggy Creek Watershed) from single family residence standard lot (SF-2) district zoning to general commercial services-mixed use-conditional overlay (CS-MU-CO) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To deny general commercial services-mixed use-conditional overlay (CS-MU-CO) combining district zoning. Zoning and Platting Commission Recommendation: To grant general commercial services-mixed use-conditional overlay (CS-MU-CO) combining district zoning. Owner/Applicant: C G & S Construction, Inc. (C. Wm. "Billy" Guerrero). Agent: Jim Bennett Consulting (Jim Bennett). City Staff: Wendy Rhoades, 974-7719. A valid petition has been filed in opposition to this rezoning request.
The public hearing was closed and the first reading of the ordinance for general commercial services-mixed use-conditional overlay (CS-MU-CO) combining district zoning was approved with the following conditions and direction to staff on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Shade's second on a 7-0 vote. The conditions were to: allow construction sales and service, administrative and business offices and the existing residences; limit the existing building coverage and impervious cover; and not to require right-of-way dedication. Direction was given to staff to develop a public restrictive covenant to limit the size of a trash receptacle and prohibit 18-wheel trucks from accessing the site and to make neighbors aware of any changes.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-093, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 72kb
20110526-093, Agenda Backup: Restrictive Covenant (C14 2010 0199), PDF, 99kb
20110526-093, Agenda Backup: Staff Report (C14 2010 0199), PDF, 1.4mb
20110526-093, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 82kb
Item 94 - May 26, 2011
C14-91-0015(RCA) - Champion Commercial Development - Conduct a public hearing and approve a restrictive covenant amendment for property locally known as 5617 RM 2222 (West Bull Creek Watershed) to amend a portion of the Restrictive Covenant in order to allow left turn access into the site from westbound RM 2222. Staff Recommendation: To grant an amendment to a portion of the Restrictive Covenant in order to allow left turn access into the site from westbound RM 2222. Zoning and Platting Commission Recommendation: To forward the case to City Council without a recommendation. Owner/Applicant: Champion Assets, Ltd. (Josie Champion). Agent: Graves, Dougherty, Hearon & Moody, P.C. (Michael Whellan). City Staff: Clark Patterson, 974-7691.
The public hearing was conducted and the motion to close the public hearing and deny the restrictive covenant amendment was approved on Council Member Spelman's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 6-1 vote. Mayor Leffingwell voted nay.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-094, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 71kb
20110526-094, Agenda Backup: Restrictive Covenant (C14 91 0015), PDF, 52kb
20110526-094, Agenda Backup: Staff Report (C14 91 0015), PDF, 3.0mb
Item 95 - May 26, 2011
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance that amends City Code Chapter 9-3, relating to juvenile day and night time curfews, and continues and readopts City Code Chapter 9-3.
The public hearing was conducted and the motion to close the public hearing was approved on Council Member Spelman's motion, Council Member Riley's second on a 6-0 vote. Council Member Cole was off the dais. $X$Ordinance No. 20110526-095 was approved on Council Member Spelman's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 6-0 vote. Council Member Cole was off the dais.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20110526-095, PDF, 164kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-095, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 37kb
20110526-095, Agenda Backup: Draft Ordinance, PDF, 46kb
20110526-095, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 83kb
20110526-095, Agenda Backup: Staff Report (Juvenile Curfew Ordinance), PDF, 1.1mb
Item 96 - May 26, 2011
Conduct a public hearing to consider an appeal by Betty Trent of a decision by the Residential Design and Compatibility Commission (RDCC) denying a 5% increase in the maximum floor-to-area ratio allowed under the McMansion restrictions in City Code Chapter 25-2 (Zoning), for a proposed two-story duplex with an attached garage located at 2822 Wooldridge Drive
The public hearing was conducted and the motion to close the public hearing and deny the appeal was approved on Council Member Cole's motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 5-2 vote. Those voting aye were: Mayor Leffingwell, Council Members Cole, Morrison, Riley and Spelman. Those voting nay were: Mayor Pro Tem Martinez and Council Member Shade.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-096, Agenda Backup: Exhibits, PDF, 8.0mb
20110526-096, Agenda Backup: Habitable Attic Memo, PDF, 118kb
20110526-096, Agenda Backup: Letter (Appellant), PDF, 163kb
20110526-096, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 64kb
20110526-096, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 905kb
Item 97 - May 26, 2011
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance regarding Texas Gas Service's proposal to increase customer gas rates.
The public hearing was conducted and the motion to close the public hearing and adopt Ordinance No. 20110526-097 was approved on Council Member Spelman's motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20110526-097, PDF, 165kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-097, Agenda Backup: Draft ordinance, PDF, 86kb
20110526-097, Agenda Backup: Exhibit A, PDF, 32kb
20110526-097, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 97kb
Item 98 - May 26, 2011
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending Title 2 and Title 25 of the City Code to authorize special exceptions and fee waivers for longstanding code violations that do not threaten public safety or negatively impact surrounding properties.
The public hearing was conducted and the motion to close the public hearing and adopt Ordinance No. 20110526-098 was approved with the following amendment on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote. The amendment should read, Part 6, (B)(2) "applies only if the residential use for which a special exception is sought is allowed in an SF-3 or more restrictive zoning district."
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20110526-098, PDF, 264kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110526-098, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 38kb
20110526-098, Agenda Backup: Draft Ordinance, PDF, 66kb
20110526-098, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 66kb
20110526-098, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 43kb
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