Regular Meeting of the Austin City Council
June 9, 2011
Meeting Agenda
Agenda, 446kb
Agenda - Revised, 93kb
Changes to the Meeting Agenda
Agenda Changes and Corrections Part 1 of 2, 27kb
Agenda Changes and Corrections Part 2 of 2, 31kb
Council Questions and Answers
Agenda Questions and Answers, 1.5mb
Approved Meeting Minutes
The minutes for the Regular Meeting of June 9, 2011 were approved on the 23rd day of June 2011 on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Minutes, 387kb
Closed Caption Transcript
Transcript, 282kb
Video
Agenda Items - June 9, 2011
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Item 1 - June 9, 2011
Approve the minutes of the Austin City Council special called meeting of May 24, 2011 and regular meeting of May 26, 2011.
The minutes from the special called Council meeting of May 24, 2011 and regular Council meeting of May 26, 2011 were approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
There are no documents published for this agenda item.
Item 2 - June 9, 2011
Approve an ordinance authorizing acceptance of $55,000 in grant funds from the American Public Power Association (APPA); amending the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Austin Energy Operating Budget Special Revenue Fund (Ordinance No. 20100913-002) to appropriate such grant funds; and authorize execution of a "Demonstration of Energy-Efficient Development Grant Agreement" with APPA for the development of a software tool and user's manual to address power factor through energy efficiency, in an amount not to exceed $55,000. The grant period is from June 10, 2011 to September 30, 2011.
Ordinance No. 20110609-002 was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20110609-002, PDF, 27kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-002, Agenda Backup: Draft Ordinance (APPA Funding Acceptance for Power Factor Tool)060911, PDF, 20kb
20110609-002, Agenda Backup: Fiscal Note - Austin Energy APPA Grant, PDF, 33kb
20110609-002, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 74kb
Item 3 - June 9, 2011
Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to the professional services agreement with the following six firms: URS CORPORATION, Austin, TX; INTERA, INC., Austin, TX; SHAW ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS, INC., Austin, TX; TRC ENVIRONMENTAL CORPORATION, Austin, TX; WESTON SOLUTIONS, INC., Austin, TX; AMEC GEOMATRIX, INC., Austin, TX. to provide environmental and engineering services for the Environmental Services Rotation List 2010-2012 for the years 2011 through 2012 or until available funding authorization is expended, in the amount of $3,600,000 in additional authorization, for a total not to exceed amount of $7,200,000. Each firm will be allocated $600,000 of this additional authorization.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of an amendment to the professional services agreement with URS Corporation; Intera, Inc.; Shaw Environmental Consultants, Inc.; TRC Environmental Corporation; Weston Solutions, Inc.; and AMEC Geomatrix, Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-003, Agenda Backup: Authorization History (060911 CLMD PW ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES RL), PDF, 64kb
20110609-003, Agenda Backup: M/WBE (060911 CLMD PW ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES RL), PDF, 73kb
20110609-003, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 73kb
Item 4 - June 9, 2011
Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to the professional services agreement with the following two firms: HALFF ASSOCIATES, INC., and ATKINS NORTH AMERICA, INC., Austin, TX; for the Floodplain Modeling and Mapping Engineering Services Rotation List for various Capital Improvement Projects for an estimated period of three years or until financial authorization is expended, in the amount of $1,000,000 in additional authorization, for a total not to exceed amount of $3,000,000.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of an amendment to the professional services agreement with Halff Associates, Inc. and Atkins North America, Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-004, Agenda Backup: Authorization History (060911 CLMD WPD FLOODPLAIN MODELING AND MAPPING), PDF, 38kb
20110609-004, Agenda Backup: M/WBE Summary (060911 CLMD WPD FLOODPLAIN MODELING AND MAPPING), PDF, 53kb
20110609-004, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 75kb
Item 5 - June 9, 2011
Authorize negotiation and executions of agreements between the City of Austin, CJUF II Stratus Block 21 LLC and Capital Area Statues, Inc. relating to the donation and installation of a figurative Bronze sculpture of Willie Nelson to be located at 200 Lavaca Street, Austin, Texas.
This item was postponed on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. to June 23, 2011 on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-005, Agenda Backup: Fiscal Note, PDF, 43kb
20110609-005, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 73kb
Item 6 - June 9, 2011
Authorize negotiation and execution of a commission agreement with Brad Goldberg dba Brad J. Goldberg, Inc. for the Betty Dunkerley Campus Art in Public Places project in an amount not to exceed $150,000.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of a commission agreement with Brad Goldberg doing business as Brad J. Goldberg, Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-006, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 77kb
Item 7 - June 9, 2011
Authorize negotiation and execution of a one year professional services agreement with Padgett, Stratemann & Co., LLP, Austin for third party review of the Chapter 380 Agreements compliance agreements for an amount not to exceed $70,000 with four additional twelve month options for a total contract amount not to exceed $350,000.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of a professional services agreement with Padgett Stratemann & Co., LLP was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-007, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 78kb
Item 8 - June 9, 2011
Approve a resolution authorizing the City Manager to create a Texas non-profit entity to apply for and receive new market tax credits and to perform other duties necessary to carry out the purposes of the new market tax credit program.
Resolution No. 20110609-008 was approved on Council Member Morrison's motion, Council Member Spelman's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20110609-008, PDF, 48kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-008, Agenda Backup: Backup (ADF Advisory Board Members), PDF, 102kb
20110609-008, Agenda Backup: Backup (COA Economically-Distressed Areas), PDF, 387kb
20110609-008, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution, PDF, 11kb
20110609-008, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 86kb
Item 9 - June 9, 2011
Discussion regarding Formula One Management's selection of Austin as the location for the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix; City participation in the Major Events Trust Fund to support the event; and other related matters.
The discussion was held. See meeting minutes for details.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-009, Agenda Backup: Letter (from Formula One Management Ltd), PDF, 204kb
20110609-009, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 70kb
20110609-009, Agenda Late Backup Part 1 of 2, PDF, 102kb
20110609-009, Agenda Late Backup Part 2 of 2, PDF, 58kb
Item 10 - June 9, 2011
Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to a contract with THEATRE ACTION PROJECT for juvenile crime prevention services provided to the 78744 Youth of Promise Initiative Community Youth Development Program in an amount not to exceed $7,575, for a total contract amount not to exceed $81,700 for the period September 1, 2010 through August 31, 2011, and for a total contract amount not to exceed $163,575.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of an amendment to a contract with Theatre Action Project was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-010, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 11 - June 9, 2011
Approve a settlement in State Farm Lloyds as Subrogee of Don Rip Miller II, Don Rip Miller II, and Lee Ann Miller vs. City of Austin - Austin Energy Company; Cause No. D-1-GN-09-001061, in the 261st Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas.
The motion to approve a settlement in the amount of $750,000 in property damage claim in State Farm Lloyds as Subrogee of Don Rip Miller II, Don Rip Miller II, and Lee Ann Miller vs. City of Austin - Austin Energy Company was approved on Council Member Riley's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-011, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 12 - June 9, 2011
Authorize negotiation and execution of a legal services agreement with Andrews Kurth, LLP for legal advice and representation relating to processing of eminent domain cases, for a total contract amount not to exceed $75,000.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of a legal services agreement with Andrews Kurth, LLP was approved on Council Member Morrison's motion, Council Member Spelman's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-012, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 67kb
Item 13 - June 9, 2011
Authorize negotiation and execution of a legal services agreement with Andrews Kurth, LLP for legal advice and representation relating to development of the Boardwalk, for a total contract amount not to exceed $75,000.
The motion authorizing the negotiation and execution of a legal services agreement with Andrews Kurth, LLP was approved on Council Member Morrison's motion, Council Member Spelman's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-013, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 14 - June 9, 2011
Presentation, discussion and possible adjustments to staff draft districting plans.
The presentation was made by Syd Falk of Bickerstff Heath Delgado Acosta LLP and the discussion was held.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-014, Agenda Backup, PDF, 27.2mb
Item 15 - June 9, 2011
Approve an ordinance accepting $10,000 in grant funds from the National Recreation and Parks Association; and amending the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Parks and Recreation Department Operating Budget Special Revenue Fund (Ordinance No. 20100913-002) to appropriate $10,000 for the Parks and Recreation Department's Summer Food Program.
Ordinance No. 20110609-015 was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20110609-015, PDF, 27kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-015, Agenda Backup: Draft Ordinance, PDF, 20kb
20110609-015, Agenda Backup: Fiscal Note, PDF, 37kb
20110609-015, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 71kb
Item 16 - June 9, 2011
Approve a resolution authorizing the issuance by Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 10, formerly known as Point Venture II Municipal Utility District ("District"), of Combination Unlimited Tax and Revenue Bonds, Series 2011, in an amount not to exceed $1,150,000, and approving a substantial draft of the District's Bond Resolution and the Preliminary Official Statement. Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission.
Resolution No. 20110609-016 was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20110609-016, PDF, 4.8mb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-016, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution, PDF, 9kb
20110609-016, Agenda Backup: Exhibit 1, PDF, 144kb
20110609-016, Agenda Backup: Exhibit 2, PDF, 277kb
20110609-016, Agenda Backup: Letter (Water Quality sampling), PDF, 88kb
20110609-016, Agenda Backup: Map, PDF, 948kb
20110609-016, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 83kb
Item 17 - June 9, 2011
Authorize award and execution of a 12-month requirements supply contract with JAE GROUP, INC., Austin, TX for the purchase of topsoil and sandy loam for Austin Energy in an estimated amount not to exceed $14,940, with four 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $14,940 per extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $74,700.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of a requirements supply contract with JAE 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 Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-017, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 83kb
Item 18 - June 9, 2011
Authorize award and execution of a 12-month service contract with USA ENVIRONMENTAL, LP, Houston, TX for the de-scaling of solids contact clarifier mechanisms at Ullrich Water Treatment Plant for the Austin Water Utility in an amount not to exceed $170,340, with two 12-month extension options in amounts not to exceed $128,240 and $112,145 per extension option, for a total agreement amount not to exceed $410,725.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of a service contract with USA Environmental, LP was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-018, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 75kb
Item 19 - June 9, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 5 to the contract with BARRY CLARK & ASSOCIATES, INC., Roanoke, TX AND CAMPBELL-HILL AVIATION GROUP LLC Alexandria, VA, for air service market evaluation and development for the Aviation Department in an amount not to exceed $100,000, and increase the remaining two extension options in an amount not to exceed $100,000 per extension option, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $1,262,500.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number five to the contract with Barry Clark & Associates, Inc. and Campbell-Hill Aviation Group LLC was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-019, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 72kb
Item 20 - June 9, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 3 to a contract with COMMUNICATION SERVICES FOR THE DEAF, Austin, TX for sign language interpretative services to add an additional $10,000 to the third 12-month period of the initial 36-month contract, with three additional 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $58,000 per extension option, for a total contract amount not to exceed $332,999.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number three to a contract with Communication Services for the Deaf was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-020, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 69kb
Item 21 - June 9, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 1 to a contract with EQUIPMENT DEPOT LTD, Pflugerville, TX for repairs and parts for New Holland tractors to provide funding in the amount to not to exceed $46,350 per year for the second and third 12-month periods of the initial 36-month contract, and two additional 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $46,350 per extension option, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $231,750.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number one to a contract with Equipment Depot Ltd. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-021, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 22 - June 9, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 1 to a contract with DESSER TIRE AND RUBBER COMPANY, Montebello, CA for passenger boarding bridge tires to exercise the first 12-month extension option in an estimated amount not to exceed $36,000 and to add an additional 12-month extension option in an estimated amount not to exceed $36,000, for a revised total estimated contract amount not to exceed $180,000.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number one to a contract with Desser Tire and Rubber Company was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-022, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 23 - June 9, 2011
Authorize award, negotiation, and execution of a 24-month requirements services contract with PUBLIC ACCESS COMMUNITY TELEVISION, Austin, TX, or one of the other qualified offerors to RFP No. JSD0104, to provide public access television and community media management services in an estimated amount not to exceed $900,000, with two 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $450,000 per extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $1,800,000.
The motion authorizing the award, negotiation and execution of a requirements services contract with Public Access Community Television was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-023, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 82kb
Item 24 - June 9, 2011
Authorize execution of a 24-month service agreement with CENTRAL TEXAS WATER MAINTENANCE, LLC, Buda, Texas, for identification and documentation services of hardware in re-irrigation ponds for the Watershed Protection Department in a total contract amount not to exceed $176,469.87.
The motion authorizing the execution of a service agreement with Central Texas Water Maintenance, LLC was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-024, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 77kb
Item 25 - June 9, 2011
Authorize an administrative increase to a contract with AXIMA AIRPORT SERVICES (SDF), INC., Louisville, KY for SICK equipment parts, warranty, and telephone support to provide funding in the amount not to exceed $50,000 for the third 12-month period of the initial 36-month contract, with three additional 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $50,000, for a revised total estimated contract amount not to exceed $300,000.
The motion authorizing an administrative increase to a contract with Axima Airport Services (SDF), Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-025, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 69kb
Item 26 - June 9, 2011
Authorize award and execution of a 4-month requirements supply contract through the Texas Local Government Purchasing Cooperative (BuyBoard) with COOPER EQUIPMENT COMPANY, San Antonio, TX. for the rental of heavy-duty road-repair equipment in an estimated amount not to exceed $49,600 with two 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $97,960 for the first extension option and $136,896 for the second extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $284,456.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of a requirements supply contract through the Texas Local Government Purchasing Cooperative (BuyBoard) with Cooper Equipment Company was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-026, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 69kb
Item 27 - June 9, 2011
Authorize award and execution of a contract through the Texas Local Government Purchasing Cooperative (BuyBoard) with CHASTANG FORD, Houston, TX, for the purchase of one non-walk-in rescue truck for the Austin Police Department in an amount not to exceed $103,650.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of a contract through the Texas Local Government Purchasing Cooperative (BuyBoard) with Chastang Ford was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-027, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 69kb
Item 28 - June 9, 2011
Authorize award and execution of a 36-month requirements service contract with L D TEBBEN CO., INC. Austin, TX, or one of the other qualified bidders for IFB-BV No. PAX0206, for roofing maintenance and repair services in an estimated amount not to exceed $3,057,600, with three 12-month extension options in estimated amounts not to exceed $1,451,520 for the first extension option, $1,741,824 for the second extension option, and $2,090,188 for the third extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $8,341,132.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of a requirements service contract with L D Tebben 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 Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-028, Agenda Backup: MATRIX LD TEBBEN, PDF, 12kb
20110609-028, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 83kb
Item 29 - June 9, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 2 to the contract with ALTURA COMMUNICATION SOLUTIONS, LLC, Plymouth, MN for Plantronics headsets and accessories to exercise the second extension option in the amount of $45,000 with three additional 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $45,000 per option, for a total contract amount not to exceed $270,000.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number two to the contract with Altura Communication Solutions, LLC was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-029, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 70kb
Item 30 - June 9, 2011
Authorize award, negotiation, and execution of a 12-month requirements supply contract with CENTRAL TEXAS COMMERCIAL AIR, Austin, TX for the rental of temporary, portable, utility plant systems for Austin Energy in an amount not to exceed $500,000, with four 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $500,000 per extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $2,500,000.
The motion authorizing the award, negotiation and execution of a requirements supply contract with Central Texas Commercial Air was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-030, Agenda Backup: MATRIX CENTRAL TX COMM, PDF, 61kb
20110609-030, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 72kb
Item 31 - June 9, 2011
Authorize award and execution of a 36-month requirements supply contract with SERGIO INCHAURREGUI dba INCH'S TOOLING AND MACHINING, Loomis, CA to provide gun mounts and accessories in an estimated amount not to exceed $390,000, with three 12-month extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $130,000 per extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $780,000.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of a requirements supply contract with Sergio Inchaurregui doing business as Inch's Tooling and Machining was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-031, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 84kb
Item 32 - June 9, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 4 to the 12-month requirements service contract with EFFECTIVE ENVIRONMENTAL, INC., Mesquite, TX; USA ENVIRONMENT, LP, New Braunfels, TX; TAS ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES, LP, Fort Worth, TX; and EAGLE CONSTRUCTION & ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES, LLC, Cisco, TX, for soil remediation and equipment decontamination services for Austin Energy, to increase the current amount of the contract in an estimated not to exceed $500,000 each and combined, for a revised estimated contract amount not to exceed $4,500,000 each and combined.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number four to the requirements service contract with Effective Environmental, Inc.; USA Environment, LP; TAS Environmental Services, LP; and Eagle Construction & Environmental Services, LLC was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-032, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 69kb
Item 33 - June 9, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 5 to a contract with 360TRAINING.COM, INC., Austin, TX for the purchase of North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) certification web based training for Austin Energy's Energy Control Center (ECC) and Energy Marketing Operations (EMO) to exercise the third 12-month extension option in an estimated not to exceed $13,899.28 with one additional 12-month extension option in an estimated amount not to exceed $14,000, for a revised total estimated contract amount not to exceed $70,303.12.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number five to a contract with 360Training.Com, Inc. was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-033, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 46kb
Item 34 - June 9, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment No. 2 to the contract with TRICO TOWER SERVICES, INC., Houston, TX, for radio tower maintenance and repair services to exercise the second extension option in the amount of $45,000 with three additional 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $45,000 per option, for a total contract amount not to exceed $270,000.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment number two to the contract with Trico Tower 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 Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-034, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 72kb
Item 35 - June 9, 2011
Authorize award and execution of a contract with ENTECH SALES AND SERVICE, Austin, TX, to replace and upgrade the existing Building Automation System in the Austin Police Department Headquarters and Patrol Buildings in an estimated amount not to exceed $160,810.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of a contract with Entech Sales and Service was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-035, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 71kb
Item 36 - June 9, 2011
Authorize award and execution of Amendment 1 to a 15-year lease agreement with the LOWER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY, Austin, TX, for radio equipment tower space in an estimated amount not to exceed $12,973 for the 8th year lease fee, and the authorization to make actual annual lease payments as appropriate for the remaining seven years of the original fifteen year term, with two 5-year extension options in an estimated amount not to exceed $90,000 for the first extension option and $105,000 for the second extension option, for a total estimated contract amount not to exceed $395,000.
The motion authorizing the award and execution of amendment one to a lease agreement with the Lower Colorado River Authority was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-036, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 71kb
Item 37 - June 9, 2011
Approve first reading of an ordinance granting a franchise agreement to Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative for use of the City's rights of way for placing facilities or equipment to provide electric utility services within its certificated area.
The first reading of the ordinance was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-037, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 38kb
20110609-037, Agenda Backup: Draft Ordinance, PDF, 774kb
20110609-037, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 79kb
Item 38 - June 9, 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.
The appointments were approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-038, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 11kb
Item 39 - June 9, 2011
Approve an ordinance amending Chapter 9-2 of the City Code relating to noise from refrigerated vehicles. (Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Chris Riley CO 1: Council Member Laura Morrison CO 2: Mayor Pro Tem Martinez )
Ordinance No. 20110609-039 was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20110609-039, PDF, 186kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-039, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 39kb
20110609-039, Agenda Backup: Draft Ordinance, PDF, 156kb
20110609-039, Agenda Backup: Item from Council, PDF, 56kb
Item 40 - June 9, 2011
Approve a resolution establishing a sister city relationship between the City of Austin and the City of Angers, France. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Mayor Lee Leffingwell CO 1: Council Member Randi Shade )
Resolution No. 20110609-040 was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20110609-040, PDF, 43kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-040, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution, PDF, 23kb
20110609-040, Agenda Backup: Item from Council, PDF, 65kb
Item 41 - June 9, 2011
Approve a resolution regarding parkland and parking in the vicinity of the Palmer Events Center and the Long Center. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Mayor Lee Leffingwell CO 1: Council Member Laura Morrison )
Resolution No. 20110609-041 was approved on Council Member Morrison's motion, Mayor Leffingwell's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20110609-041, PDF, 37kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-041, Agenda Backup: DRAFT Resolution, PDF, 23kb
20110609-041, Agenda Backup: Item from Council, PDF, 65kb
20110609-041, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 35kb
Item 42 - June 9, 2011
Approve a resolution supporting H.R. 1746, the Community Access Preservation Act. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Laura Morrison CO 1: Council Member Chris Riley )
Resolution No. 20110609-042 was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20110609-042, PDF, 43kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-042, Agenda Backup: DRAFT Resolution, PDF, 23kb
20110609-042, Agenda Backup: Item from Council, PDF, 65kb
Item 43 - June 9, 2011
Approve a resolution establishing the Committee on Geographic Representation to gather public input and provide council with recommendations regarding proposed districting plans. ( Notes: SPONSOR: Council Member Sheryl Cole CO 1: Council Member Laura Morrison CO 2: Council Member William Spelman )
This item was postponed on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. to June 23, 2011 on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-043, Agenda Backup: Item from Council, PDF, 65kb
20110609-043, Agenda Backup: Revised Draft Resolution, PDF, 26kb
Item 44 - June 9, 2011
Set a public hearing to receive citizen comments on the City's Draft Fiscal Year 2011-2012 Action Plan, as required by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, and the Community Development 2011-2012 Program as required by Texas Local Government Code Chapter 373. (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 Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-044, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 76kb
Item 45 - June 9, 2011
Discuss legal issues related to Open Meetings Act complaint, associated requests made under the Public Information Act, the retention of records and financial disclosure (Private consultation with legal counsel pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code).
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-045, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 46 - June 9, 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
20110609-046, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 47 - June 9, 2011
Discuss legal issues related to a construction contract claim by City of Austin against MW Builders, Inc., concerning the ABIA parking garage (private consultation with legal counsel pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code).
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-047, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 48 - June 9, 2011
Discuss legal issues related to City Council-appointed city employees (Private consultation with legal counsel pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code).
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-048, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 68kb
Item 49 - June 9, 2011
NPA-2011-0025.01 - 6804 Covered Bridge Drive - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 20081211-096, the Oak Hill Combined 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 6804 Covered Bridge Drive (Williamson Creek Watershed) from Higher Density Single Family and Mixed Use to Multifamily land use. Staff Recommendation: To grant the FLUM change to Multifamily. Planning Commission Recommendation: To be heard June 14, 2011. Applicant/Owner: Covered Bridge Assisted Living, L.P. Agent: A. Ron Thrower. City Staff: Maureen Meredith, 974-2695.
This item was postponed on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. to June 23, 2011 at the staff's request on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-049, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 71kb
20110609-049, Agenda Backup: Staff Report (npa 2011 0025 01), PDF, 1.8mb
Item 50 - June 9, 2011
C814-96-0003.09 - Pioneer Crossing PUD Amendment #9 - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 2405 East Yager Lane (Harris Branch Watershed) from planned unit development (PUD) district zoning to planned unit development (PUD) district zoning to change a condition of zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant the PUD amendment. Zoning and Platting Commission Recommendation: To grant the PUD amendment. Owner/Applicant: City of Austin/Austin Energy Public Involvement & Property (Sonny Poole). City Staff: Sherri Sirwaitis, 974-3057.
The public hearing was conducted and the motion to close the public hearing and adopt Ordinance No. 20110609-050 for planned unit development (PUD) 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 Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20110609-050, PDF, 562kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-050, Agenda Backup: Ordinance (c814 96 0003 09), PDF, 1.2mb
20110609-050, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 71kb
20110609-050, Agenda Backup: Staff Report (c814 96 0003 09), PDF, 1.7mb
Item 51 - June 9, 2011
C14-2011-0032 - Time Warner Cable Hub - K Station - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by zoning property locally known as 801 1/2 South 1st Street from unzoned (UNZ) district zoning to single family residence standard lot-neighborhood plan (SF-2-NP) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant single family residence standard lot-neighborhood plan (SF-2-NP) combining district zoning. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant single family residence standard lot-neighborhood plan (SF-2-NP) combining district zoning. Applicant: Texas School for the Deaf (Gary Bego). Agent: Axiom Engineers, Inc. (Nicole Folta Findeisen). City Staff: Stephen Rye, 974-7604.
The public hearing was conducted and the motion to close the public hearing and adopt Ordinance No. 20110609-051 for single family residence standard lot-neighborhood plan (SF-2-NP) combining district zoning was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20110609-051, PDF, 181kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-051, Agenda Backup: Ordinance (C14-2011-0032), PDF, 353kb
20110609-051, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 71kb
20110609-051, Agenda Backup: Staff Report (C14-2011-0032), PDF, 499kb
Item 52 - June 9, 2011
C14-2011-0023 -1601 Cedar Bend Drive - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 1601 Cedar Bend Drive (Walnut Creek Watershed) from rural residence (RR) district zoning to limited office-conditional overlay (LO-CO) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: Pending. Zoning and Platting Commission Recommendation: To be reviewed on June 7, 2011. Owner/Applicant: Jack Cearley. Agent: Lenworth Consulting (Nash Gonzales). City Staff: Sherri Sirwaitis, 974-3057.
This item was postponed on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. to August 18, 2011 at the staff's request on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-052, Agenda Backup: Memorandum (C14-2011-0023 Postponement Request), PDF, 58kb
20110609-052, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 70kb
Item 53 - June 9, 2011
C14-2011-0022 - Toungate 6 - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by zoning property locally known as 13653 Rutledge Spur (Lake Creek Watershed) from interim-rural residence (I-RR) district zoning to general commercial services-mixed use-conditional overlay (CS-MU-CO) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant general commercial services-mixed use-conditional overlay (CS-MU-CO) combining district zoning with conditions. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant general commercial services-mixed use-conditional overlay (CS-MU-CO) combining district zoning with conditions. Owner/Applicant: Mark Toungate. Agent: Jim Bennett Consulting (Jim Bennett). City Staff: Sherri Sirwaitis, 974-3057.
The public hearing was conducted and the motion to close the public hearing and adopt the first reading of the ordinance for general commercial services-mixed use-conditional overlay (CS-MU-CO) combining district zoning with conditions was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-053, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 71kb
20110609-053, Agenda Backup: Staff Report (C14-2011-0022), PDF, 587kb
Item 54 - June 9, 2011
C14-2010-0200 - Lankford/Schirpik-5 - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by zoning property locally known as 13635 and 13641 Rutledge Spur (Lake Creek Watershed) from interim-rural residence (I-RR) district zoning to general commercial services-mixed use-conditional overlay (CS-MU-CO) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation: To grant general commercial services-mixed use-conditional overlay (CS-MU-CO) combining district zoning with conditions. Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant general commercial services-mixed use-conditional overlay (CS-MU-CO) combining district zoning with conditions. Owner/Applicant: Janice Lankford, Frank Schirpik. Agent: Jim Bennett Consulting (Jim Bennett). City Staff: Sherri Sirwaitis, 974-3057.
The public hearing was conducted and the motion to close the public hearing and adopt the first reading of the ordinance for general commercial services-mixed use-conditional overlay (CS-MU-CO) combining district zoning with conditions was approved on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-054, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 71kb
20110609-054, Agenda Backup: Staff Report (C14 2010 0200), PDF, 609kb
Item 55 - June 9, 2011
C14H-2010-0032 - Robert and Helena Ziller House - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the Austin City Code by rezoning property locally known as 800 Edgecliff Terrace (Lady Bird Lake Watershed) from family residence-neighborhood plan (SF-3-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. Historic Landmark Commission 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. Applicants: Tim and Pam Walker, owners. City Staff: Steve Sadowsky, 974-6454.
This item was postponed on consentAll consent items are acted on by one motion and one vote. to August 18, 2011 at the applicant's request on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-055, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 71kb
20110609-055, Agenda Backup: Staff Report (C14h 2010 0032), PDF, 1.3mb
Item 56 - June 9, 2011
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending Chapter 25-2 of the City Code to (1) allow the City Council or the Land Use Commission to initiate a single zoning case for multiple non-contiguous properties if those properties have interim zoning or are unzoned, and (2) waive zoning application fees for one year from the time of annexation for certain properties where the interim zoning does not permit the existing use.
The public hearing was conducted and the motion to close the public hearing and adopt Ordinance No. 20110609-056 was approved on Council Member Spelman's motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20110609-056, PDF, 47kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-056, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 38kb
20110609-056, Agenda Backup: Draft Ordinance, PDF, 23kb
20110609-056, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 72kb
Item 57 - June 9, 2011
Conduct a public hearing to receive citizen input and consider approving an ordinance regarding the proposed street name change of EAST 48th 1/2 STREET to GENE JOHNSON STREET.
The public hearing was conducted and the motion to close the public hearing and adopt Ordinance No. 20110609-057 was approved on Council Member Riley's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20110609-057, PDF, 54kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-057, Agenda Backup: Backup (SNC E 48th to Gene Johnson), PDF, 201kb
20110609-057, Agenda Backup: Draft Ordinance (E_48th_1-2 ST), PDF, 17kb
20110609-057, Agenda Backup: Map (E_48th_1-2_ST), PDF, 469kb
20110609-057, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 85kb
Item 58 - June 9, 2011
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance to add the North Lamar Neighborhood Planning Area to the Restricted Parking Area Map in accordance with Section 12-5-29 of the City Code.
The public hearing was conducted and the motion to close the public hearing and adopt Ordinance No. 20110609-058 was approved on Council Member Spelman's motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20110609-058, PDF, 87kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-058, Affidavit of Publication, PDF, 37kb
20110609-058, Agenda Backup: Draft Ordinance, PDF, 17kb
20110609-058, Agenda Backup: Map, PDF, 2.1mb
20110609-058, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 74kb
Item 59 - June 9, 2011
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending the map indicating areas with additional regulations applying to Mobile Food Establishments to include the Summit Oaks Neighborhood Association, in accordance with Section 25-2-812 of the City Code.
This item was postponed to June 23, 2011 on Council Member Cole's motion, Council Member Spelman's second on a 6-0 vote. Council Member Riley was off the dais.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20110609-059, Agenda Backup: Draft Ordinance, PDF, 17kb
20110609-059, Agenda Backup: Map, PDF, 2.9mb
20110609-059, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Council Action, PDF, 73kb
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