Budget Adoption Reading of the Austin City Council
September 13, 2010
Meeting Agenda
Budget Meeting Agenda, 170kb
Approved Meeting Minutes
The minutes for the budget meeting of September 13, 2010 were approved on the 23rd day of September 2010 on Council Member Spelman's motion, Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Minutes, 292kb
Closed Caption Transcript
Transcript, 106kb
Video
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Agenda Items - September 13, 2010
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Item 1 - September 13, 2010
Conduct a public hearing on the proposed property (ad valorem) tax rate for Fiscal Year 2010-2011.
The public hearing on the proposed maximum property (ad valorem) tax rate was closed by the Mayor without objection. The second public hearing will be held September 23, 2010 in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 301 W. 2nd Street, Austin, Texas. Council will adopt the City's actual property tax rate on September 29, 2010.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20100913-001, Agenda Backup (Recommendation for Council Action), PDF, 36kb
20100913-001, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 196kb
Item 2 - September 13, 2010
Approve an ordinance adopting the Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2010-2011, beginning on October 1, 2010, and ending on September 30, 2011.
The public hearing was closed on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote. Ordinance No. 20100913-002, adopting programs related to the University of Texas as part of the operating budget, was approved on Council Member Shade's motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 5-0 vote. Council Members Morrison and Spelman recused themselves from any discussion and abstained on the vote. Ordinance No. 20100913-002, adopting the remainder of the operating budget, with amendments and friendly amendments, was approved on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Shade's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20100913-002, PDF, 20kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20100913-002, Agenda Backup (Draft Ordinance), PDF, 17kb
20100913-002, Agenda Backup (Recommendation for Council Action), PDF, 36kb
20100913-002, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 35kb
20100913-002, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 302kb
Item 3 - September 13, 2010
Approve an ordinance adopting the Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2010-2011, beginning on October 1, 2010, and ending on September 30, 2011.
The public hearing was closed on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote. Ordinance No. 20100913-003, adopting programs related to the University of Texas as part of the capital budget, was approved on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Mayor Leffingwell's second on a 5-0 vote. Council Members Morrison and Spelman recused themselves from any discussion and abstained on the vote. Ordinance No. 20100913-003, adopting the remainder of the capital budget, with amendments and friendly amendments, was approved on Council Member Spelman's motion, Council Member Cole's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20100913-003, PDF, 20kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20100913-003, Agenda Backup (Draft Ordinance), PDF, 22kb
20100913-003, Agenda Backup (Recommendation for Council Action), PDF, 37kb
20100913-003, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 9kb
20100913-003, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 382kb
Item 4 - September 13, 2010
Approve an ordinance authorizing fees, fines, and other charges to be set or charged by the City for Fiscal Year 2010-2011, beginning on October 1, 2010, and ending on September 30, 2011.
The public hearing was closed on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote. Ordinance No. 20100913-004 with approved amendment and friendly amendments that were accepted was approved on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Mayor Leffingwell's second on a 7-0 vote. See minutes for details.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20100913-004, PDF, 687kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20100913-004, Agenda Backup (Draft Ordinance), PDF, 18kb
20100913-004, Agenda Backup (Recommendation for Council Action), PDF, 37kb
20100913-004, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 13kb
Item 5 - September 13, 2010
Ratify the property tax increase reflected in the Budget for Fiscal Year 2010-2011.
The motion to ratify the property tax increase reflected in the budget for Fiscal Year 2010-2011 was approved on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20100913-005, Agenda Backup (Recommendation for Council Action), PDF, 37kb
Item 6 - September 13, 2010
Approve an ordinance establishing classifications and positions in the classified service of the Austin Fire Department; creating positions; establishing pay rates; and repealing Ordinance No. 20090924-037 relating to the Fire Department Classifications and Positions. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Operating Budget of the Austin Fire Department.
The public hearing was closed on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote. Ordinance No. 20100913-006 was approved on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20100913-006, PDF, 53kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20100913-006, Agenda Backup (AFDBudgetClassificationOrdinance1011), PDF, 25kb
20100913-006, Agenda Backup (Recommendation for Council Action), PDF, 38kb
Item 7 - September 13, 2010
Approve an ordinance establishing classifications and positions in the classified service of the Austin Police Department, creating certain positions, and repealing Ordinance No. 20100429-032 relating to police department classifications and positions. Funding is included in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Operating budget of the Austin Police Department.
The public hearing was closed on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote. Ordinance No. 20100913-007 was approved on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Ordinance
Ordinance No. 20100913-007, PDF, 52kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20100913-007, Agenda Backup (Draft Ordinance), PDF, 12kb
20100913-007, Agenda Backup (Recommendation for Council Action), PDF, 37kb
Item 8 - September 13, 2010
Approve a resolution to amend the supplemental funding plan for the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
The public hearing was closed on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote. Resolution No. 20100913-008 was approved on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20100913-008, PDF, 128kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20100913-008, Agenda Backup (Amended Supplemental Plan), PDF, 19kb
20100913-008, Agenda Backup (Draft Resolution), PDF, 12kb
20100913-008, Agenda Backup (Recommendation for Council Action), PDF, 36kb
20100913-008, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 84kb
Item 9 - September 13, 2010
Approve a resolution declaring the City of Austin's official intent to reimburse itself from November 2006 Proposition 1 General Obligation bonds to be issued for expenditures in the amount of $5,300,000 related to bikeways, sidewalks, and traffic signals; to reimburse itself from November 2006 Proposition 2 General Obligation bonds to be issued for expenditures in the amount of $18,000,000 related to watershed protection master plan projects; to reimburse itself from November 2006 Proposition 3 General Obligation bonds to be issued for expenditures in the amount of $6,135,000 related to parks facilities improvements and renovations, playscapes, pool improvements and renovations, and trails; to reimburse itself from November 2006 Proposition 4 General Obligation bonds to be issued for expenditures in the amount of $9,550,000 related to community and cultural facilities; to reimburse itself from November 2006 Proposition 5 General Obligation bonds to be issued for expenditures in the amount of $6,495,000 related to affordable housing programs; and to reimburse itself from Certificates of Obligation in the amount of $75,951,000 for expenditures related to closed landfill remediation projects, Harold Court remediation, and the Waller Creek Tunnel. $45,480,000 in General Obligation Public Improvement Bonds to be issued in August 2011 or later and $75,951,000 in non tax-supported General Obligation Certifications of Obligation to be issued in August 2011 or later.
The public hearing was closed on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote. Resolution No. 20100913-009 was approved on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20100913-009, PDF, 83kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20100913-009, Agenda Backup (Draft Resolution), PDF, 17kb
20100913-009, Agenda Backup (Recommendation for Council Action), PDF, 41kb
Item 10 - September 13, 2010
Approve a resolution declaring the City of Austin's official intent to reimburse itself from the proceeds of tax-exempt obligations in an aggregate maximum principal amount of $142,000,000 for expenditures related to the acquisition and construction of electric utility capital improvement projects.
The public hearing was closed on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote. Resolution No. 20100913-010 was approved on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20100913-010, PDF, 36kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20100913-010, Agenda Backup (Draft Resolution), PDF, 9kb
20100913-010, Agenda Backup (Recommendation for Council Action), PDF, 38kb
Item 11 - September 13, 2010
Approve a resolution declaring the City of Austin's official intent to reimburse itself from the proceeds of tax-exempt obligations to be issued through October 2011 for acquisition and construction costs in an aggregate maximum principal amount of $250,000,000 related to Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Austin Water Utility Capital Improvement Projects.
The public hearing was closed on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote. Resolution No. 20100913-011 was approved on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20100913-011, PDF, 36kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20100913-011, Agenda Backup (Draft Resolution), PDF, 20kb
20100913-011, Agenda Backup (Recommendation for Council Action), PDF, 38kb
Item 12 - September 13, 2010
Approve a resolution adopting the Austin Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) 2010-2011 Marketing Plan and Proposed Budget in the amount of $8,625,391, setting the contract payment from the City to ACVB in an amount not to exceed $6,682,776 for the Fiscal Year 2010-2011, and directing the City Manager to file the approved documents with the City Clerk's office as required by the Texas Tax Code. Funding in the amount of $6,682,776 is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Proposed Operating Budget for the Tourism and Promotion Fund. The Fiscal year 2010-2011 Tourism and Promotion Fund is attached. Funding for the remaining $1,942,615 ACVB Budget is available from the sources shown in the attachment.
Resolution No. 20100913-012 was approved on Council Member Shade's motion, Council Member Morrison's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20100913-012, PDF, 16kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20100913-012, Agenda Backup (2010-2011 ACVB Market Plan), PDF, 2.1mb
20100913-012, Agenda Backup (2010-2011 Tourism and Promotion Fund), PDF, 158kb
20100913-012, Agenda Backup (Draft Resolution), PDF, 16kb
20100913-012, Agenda Backup (Proposed Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Budget for ACVB), PDF, 26kb
20100913-012, Agenda Backup (Recommendation for Council Action), PDF, 37kb
Item 13 - September 13, 2010
Approve a resolution awarding contracts for Cultural Arts Services for the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 in an amount not to exceed $4,405,083. Funding in the amount of $4,370,083 is available in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Proposed Budget for the Cultural Arts Fund for cultural arts contracts; $35,000 is expected in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Texas Commission on the Arts Subgranting Program grant for a total of $4,405,083. Recommended by the Austin Arts Commission.
Resolution No. 20100913-013 was approved on Council Member Cole's motion, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20100913-013, PDF, 47kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20100913-013, Agenda Backup (Draft Resolution), PDF, 17kb
20100913-013, Agenda Backup (Recommendation for Council Action), PDF, 40kb
20100913-013, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 285kb
Item 14 - September 13, 2010
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to allocate $125,000 from the Holly Neighborhood Grants Assistance Program for various community outreach programs for Fiscal Year 2009-2010 and detailing the Holly Good Neighbor Program funding plan for Fiscal Year 2010-2011. (Mayor Pro Tem Mike Martinez Mayor Lee Leffingwell Council Member Sheryl Cole)
Resolution No. 20100913-014 was approved on Mayor Pro Tem Martinez' motion, Council Member Riley's second on a 7-0 vote.
Executed Resolution
Resolution No. 20100913-014, PDF, 98kb
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20100913-014, Agenda Backup (Draft Resolution), PDF, 23kb
20100913-014, Agenda Backup (Recommendation for Council Action), PDF, 36kb
20100913-014, Agenda Late Backup, PDF, 21kb
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