Discussion on community needs and spending priorities for the FY 24-29 Consolidated Plan for federal grants. Agenda Where Does Our Funding Come From? Planning and Reporting for Federal Funding How We Make Decisions Fair Housing Programs and Activities Overview What We've Heard From the Community Group and Community Input How do we fund our programs? HUD Annual Entitlement Grants Housing Trust Fund Approved City Bonds City Operating Budget Project Connect Anti-Displacement Funds CARES Act Federal Grants: Planning & Reporting Programs & Activites The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) allocates entitlement funding to municipalities and state governments. The City of Austin applies for what in recent years has been approximately $14 million in annual grant entitlements across four grants for affordable housing, community development, economic development, and public services. Each year, we plan and evaluate the programs funded by the HUD grants. 5 U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Consolidated Plan (5-Year) Allocates federal resources to housing and community development Action Plan (1-Year) Summarizes actions, activities and federal/non- federal resources in the Consolidated Plan Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) (1-Year) End-of-year report on progress toward consolidated plan 6 How are funding decisions made? We are here Community Participation: Community Needs Assessment Available Use of Funding Sources Consolidated Plan Housing Needs & Market Analysis Other Planning Efforts Austin Strategic Housing Blueprint Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice 7 Consolidated Plan Funding Sources Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Goal: Provide decent housing and a suitable living environment; expand economic opportunities for low-income people Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) Goal: Benefit low-income persons living with HIV/AIDS and their families by providing supportive services and housing Consolidated Plan (5-Year) HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Goal: create affordable housing for low- income households Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Goal: Assist people to quickly regain stability in permanent housing after experiencing a housing crisis and/or homelessness 8 Fair Housing • 2019 Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI) • Potential upcoming "Equity Plan" related to fair housing • Seeking input and surveying on fair housing issues, experiences 9 Programs & Activities 10 Who Do We Serve? Fiscal Year 22-23 Snapshot 64.4% 3,017 # households served FY 22-23 70.0% 60.0% 50.0% 40.0% 30.0% 20.0% 10.0% 0.0% 17.5% 16.7% Extremely Low Income (<30% MFI) Very Low Income (31%- 50% MFI) Low Income (51%-80% MFI) 1.4% 81%+ MFI *Income data does …
Regular CALLED MEETING of the AFRICAN AMERICAN RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION March 5, 2024, at 5:30 pm. City of Austin Permitting and Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr. Room 1401/1402 Austin, Texas 78752 Some African American Resource Advisory Commission members may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once, in-person or remotely, and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration by telephone for remote participation is required by noon the day before the meeting. Call or email Florinda Bryant at 512.974.2715 florinda.bryant@austintexas.gov to register to speak remotely. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Elaina Fowler, Chair (District 10) Daryl Horton, (Appointee) Mueni Rudd (District 2) Dr. Chiquita Eugene (District 5) Serita Fontanesi (District 7) Joi Harden (District 9) Greg Smith (ARA Appointee) Cherelle Vanbrakle, Vice Chair (District 4) Dewi Smith (District 1) Anthony Jackson (District 3) Vacant (District 6) Antonio Ross (District 8) Vacant (AAUL Appointee) Nelson Linder (NAACP Appointee) Roger Davis (GABC Appointee) MEETING AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION The first ten speakers signed up before the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the African American Resource Advisory Commission Special Call Meeting on November 28th, 2023. 2. Approve the minutes of the Committee’s Regular Called Meeting on February 6, 2024. DISCUSSION ITEMS update on Block 16 + 18. 3. Anne Gatlin Hayes, CTO with Austin Economic Development Corporation, will share an 4. Florinda Bryant, Program Coordinator of the African American Cultural & Heritage Facility, with a 2023-2024 program update and 2024-2025 budget request. 5. Cara Berton, Equity-Based Preservation Plan draft sharing. 6. Chris Duran, Sr Research Analyst; Julie Smith, Community Engagement Specialist with the Housing Department; and Leslie Boyd, Interim Public Health Manager II with Austin Public Health, will share Federal funding priorities for a five-year strategic plan. 7. Amanda Johnston, Executive Director of Torch Literary Arts, will share information on 8. Kim Wright, Manager of Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex, update on the the organization and the 2024-2025 budget request. complex including impact and budget needs. 9. Review and discuss budget recommendations for the Joint Inclusion Commission. (JIC member: Serita Fontanesi) 10. Review and discuss the scope of all current working groups and possible action to …
Regular Called Meeting of the AFRICAN AMERICAN RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION February 6, 2024, at 5:30 pm. City of Austin Permitting and Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr. Room 1401/1402 Austin, Texas 78752 Some African American Resource Advisory Commission members may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once, in-person or remotely, and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. Call or email Florinda Bryant at 512.974.2715 florinda.bryant@austintexas.gov to register to speak remotely. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Elaina Fowler, Chair (District 10) Daryl Horton, (Appointee) Mueni Rudd (District 2) Dr. Chiquita Eugene (District 5) Serita Fontanesi (District 7) Joi Harden (District 9) Greg Smith (ARA Appointee) Roger Davis (GABC Appointee) Cherelle Vanbrakle, Vice Chair (District 4) Dewi Smith (District 1) Anthony Jackson (District 3) Vacant (District 6) Antonio Ross (District 8) Vacant (AAUL Appointee) Nelson Linder (NAACP Appointee) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten speakers signed up before the start of the meeting will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. 1. Approve the minutes of the African American Resource Advisory Commission Special APPROVAL OF MINUTES Call Meeting on November 28th, 2023. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES 2. Strategic Planning Working Group – status report on recent meetings. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Discussion regarding the FY25 Budget process including the possible creation of a working group to focus on the budget objectives and priorities for the Commission. ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least two days (48 hours) before the meeting date. For additional information, please call Florinda Bryant at the Economic Development Department at 512.974.2715; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the African American Resource Advisory Commission, please contact Florinda Bryant at 512.974.2715.
MEMORANDUM TO: Boards and Commissions FROM: Kerri Lang, FSD - Budget Officer DATE: January 29, 2024 SUBJECT: FY 2024-25 Budget Process and Calendar ______ The City remains committed to an inclusive annual budget process. Resident and stakeholder feedback, including the various boards and commissions recommendations, guide City leadership during budget deliberations. The FY 2023-24 budget contained investments that aligned to boards and commissions recommendations, budget priority survey results and community conversations. These enhancements included funding to improve maintenance and security at parks, expand the Enhanced Library Card program, continue emergency shelter operations, bolster the capacity of the Downtown Austin Community Court, and renovate Zilker Park restrooms to be more inclusive with an adult-sized changing table. The Financial Services Department’s Budget and Performance Division will continue to coordinate with City departments to review recommendations passed by boards and commissions. To ensure the recommendations are voted and approved by the full commission, please post the approved recommendation to the respective board and commission website, under meeting documents. The deadline for submitting recommendations is March 31, 2024, allowing staff the necessary time to review the recommendations. For your information, the proposed calendar for the FY 2024-25 budget is shown below: • March 31 • May 3 • July 12 • July 24 • August 1 • August 14 Board and Commission recommendations due to the Budget and Performance Division Department budgets due to the Budget and Performance Division Presentation of the FY 2024-25 Proposed Budget to City Council Community Input Sessions at 10am Community Input Session at 3pm Budget Adoption Additional information can be found at www.austintexas.gov/budget. Should you have any questions, please contact our office at BudgetQA@austintexas.gov. cc: Ed Van Eenoo, Chief Financial Officer, Financial Services Department
African American Resource Advisory Commission SPECIAL CALLED - MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, November 28th, 2023 The AFRICAN AMERICAN RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION convened in a SPECIAL CALLED meeting on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28th, 2023, at the City of Austin Permitting and Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr., Room 1401/1402 Austin, Texas 79752. Chair Eliana Fowler called the BOARD NAME Meeting to order at 5:46 p.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Elaina Fowler, Chair (District 10) Daryl Horton, (Appointee) Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Cherelle Vanbrakle, Vice Chair (District 4) Serita Fontanesi (District 7) Roger Davis (GABC Appointee) Dr. Chiquita Eugene (District 5) Greg Smith (ARA Appointee) Dewi Smith (District 1) Antonio Ross (District 8) PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Yannis Banks – Austin Transit Partnership Zenobia Joseph – TVC Grant, transit concerns, homeless needs APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes from the meeting of 09/04/2023 were approved on Commissioner Smith’s motion, and Commissioner Eugene seconded on a 9/0 vote. Carver FY23 activities report by Laura Esparza, Division Manager PARD, and Carre Adams Museum Director & Curator. STAFF BRIEFINGS DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Presentation by Martha Langford, Senior Participant at Gus Garcia Senior Program. 1. 2. 1 PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS – AGENDA ITEM #7 Shanice Brim Chirine Martin Shaira Rahman Zaina Haider Karen Dominguez Zenobia Joseph DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. Discussion and possible action on Colony Park PUD. No vote. 5. The motion to approve the recommendation for regular meeting dates for FY24 was approved on Commissioner G. Smith’s motion, with Commissioner D. Smith second on a 9/0 vote. The motion to approve the nomination of Alexander Porter for mural installation at the AACHF was approved on Commissioner Eugene’s motion, and Commissioner D. Smith seconded on a 9/0 vote. Discuss possible action on Gaza's cease-fire in alignment with HRC’s resolution. No vote. Discuss and provide details for strategic planning sessions. 6. 7. 8. Chair adjourned the meeting at 7:49 p.m. without objection. 2
AFRICAN AMERICAN RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION Regular Meeting – December 6, 2022, 5:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M. City of Austin Permitting and Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr. Austin, Texas 78752 AGENDA Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in person or via telephone. Remote speakers must register in advance (December 5th by Noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely, residents must: Call or email the board liaison at Linda Hayes at Economic Development Department, at (512-974-6282)lindak.hayes@austintexas,gov , no later than noon December 5th. The information required is the speaker’s name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, email address and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS Cherelle Vanbrakle Vice Chair (District 4) Dewi Smith (District 1) Clifford Gillard (District 3) Vacant (District 6) Rashida Wright (District 8) Quincy Dunlap (AAUL Appointee) Nelson Linder (NAACP Appointee) Elaina Fowler, Chair (District 10) Daryl Horton, (Appointee) Mueni Rudd (District 2) Dr. Chiquita Eugene (District 5) Serita Fontanesi (District 7) Joi Harden (District 9) Greg Smith (ARA Appointee) CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION Roger Davis (GABC Appointee) AGENDA The first 10 speakers who register to speak no later than December 5th by noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – 1. November 15th meeting minutes DISCUCSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 2. Michael Lofton President/CEO/Founder – African American Youth Harvest Foundation – providing an update on the Foundation. 3. Brie Franco Intergovernmental Relations Officer updates government relations 4. Florinda Bryant Program Coordinator, African American Cultural & Heritage Facility Cultural Art Division COA Economic Development Department - update on the facility and update on her process for FY23 5. Working groups Chair assignments 6. Retreat dates discussion WORKING GROUPS AND ASSIGNMENTS DISCUCSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 7. Safety – Recommendation on being safe in our home, at work and in our African American Community 8. Economic Opportunity and Affordability – Recommendation on having economic opportunities and resources that enable us to thrive in our African American community 9. Health and Environment – Recommendations on enjoying a sustainable environment and a healthy life, physically and mentally as an African American 10. Culture and Lifelong Learning …
AFRICAN AMERICAN RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION Special Called Meeting – November 15, 2022, 5:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M. City of Austin Permitting and Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr. Austin, Texas 78752 AGENDA Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in person or via telephone. Remote speakers must register in advance (November 14th by Noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely, residents must: Call or email the board liaison at Linda Hayes at Economic Development Department, at (512-974-6282)lindak.hayes@austintexas,gov , no later than noon November 14th. The information required is the speaker’s name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, email address and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS Cherelle Vanbrakle Vice Chair (District 4) Dewi Smith (District 1) Clifford Gillard (District 3) Vacant (District 6) Rashida Wright (District 8) Quincy Dunlap (AAUL Appointee) Nelson Linder (NAACP Appointee) Elaina Fowler, Chair (District 10) Daryl Horton, (Appointee) Mueni Rudd (District 2) Dr. Chiquita Eugene (District 5) Serita Fontanesi (District 7) Joi Harden (District 9) Greg Smith (ARA Appointee) CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION Roger Davis (GABC Appointee) AGENDA The first 10 speakers who register to speak no later than October 3rd by noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – 1. October 4th meeting minutes DISCUCSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 2. Staff presentation on the Palm District Planner Stevie Greathouse and Planner Principal Mark Walters, Capital Program Consultant, Housing and Planning Department. 3. Vote for Joint Inclusion Alternate WORKING GROUPS AND ASSIGNMENTS DISCUCSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 4. Safety – Recommendation on being safe in our home, at work and in our African American Community 5. Economic Opportunity and Affordability – Recommendation on having economic opportunities and resources that enable us to thrive in our African American community 6. Health and Environment – Recommendations on enjoying a sustainable environment and a healthy life, physically and mentally as an African American 7. Culture and Lifelong Learning – Recommendations of being enrich by Austin’s unique civic, cultural, ethnic, and learning opportunities for African Americans 8. Government That Works for All – Recommendations on believing the city government works effectively and collaboratively for of …
AFRICAN AMERICAN RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION Regular Meeting – October 4, 2022, 5:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M. City of Austin Permitting and Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr. Austin, Texas 78752 AGENDA Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in person or via telephone. Remote speakers must register in advance (October 3rd by Noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely, residents must: Call or email the board liaison at Linda Hayes at Economic Development Department, at (512-974-6282)lindak.hayes@austintexas,gov , no later than noon October 3rd. The information required is the speaker’s name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, email address and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS Cherelle Vanbrakle Vice Chair (District 4) Dewi Smith (District 1) Clifford Gillard (District 3) Vacant (District 6) Rashida Wright (District 8) Quincy Dunlap (AAUL Appointee) Nelson Linder (NAACP Appointee) Elaina Fowler, Chair (District 10) Daryl Horton, (Appointee) Mueni Rudd (District 2) Dr. Chiquita Eugene (District 5) Serita Fontanesi (District 7) Joi Harden (District 9) Greg Smith (ARA Appointee) CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION Roger Davis (GABC Appointee) AGENDA The first 10 speakers who register to speak no later than October 3rd by noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – 1. September 6th meeting minutes DISCUCSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 2. Presentation by Chase Wright - Discussion on the Springdale Park Neighbors 3. Presentation by Rebecca Sorensen - Discussion on the Lone Star Circle of Care's Big Pink Bus (mobile mammograms services) 4. Presentation by Dr. Roosevelt Weeks Austin Public Library - Discussion of Library 5. Presentation by Dr. Laura Cortez of Cortez Consulting – Discussion St. John Services Redevelopment Project 6. Commission Meeting Dates – Discussion of 2023 calendar year meeting dates 7. Reconnecting Communities Planning Grant – Discussion for creation of community support letter on behalf of Austin Transportation for grant funding for Connecting Equitably Mobility Study 8. Commission Retreat – Discussion of possible dates, topics and facilitator of the retreat. 9. Texas Relays Community Event – Discussion lead by Commissioner Horton and Commissioner Smith of University of Texas, City of Austin and Community Support of the event. 10. FY23-24 …
AFRICAN AMERICAN RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION Regular Meeting – September 6, 2022, 5:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M. City of Austin Permitting and Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr. Austin, Texas 78752 AGENDA Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in person or via telephone. Remote speakers must register in advance (September 5th by Noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely, residents must: Call or email the board liaison at Linda Hayes at Economic Development Department, at (512-974-6282)lindak.hayes@austintexas,gov , no later than noon September 5th. The information required is the speaker’s name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, email address and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS Cherelle Vanbrakle Vice Chair (District 4) Dewi Smith (District 1) Clifford Gillard (District 3) Vacant (District 6) Rashida Wright (District 8) Quincy Dunlap (AAUL Appointee) Nelson Linder (NAACP Appointee) Elaina Fowler, Chair (District 10) Daryl Horton, (Appointee) Mueni Rudd (District 2) Dr. Chiquita Eugene (District 5) Serita Fontanesi (District 7) Joi Harden (District 9) Greg Smith (ARA Appointee) CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION Roger Davis (GABC Appointee) AGENDA The first 10 speakers who register to speak no later than September 5th by noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – 1. `August 2nd meeting minutes DISCUCSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Presentation by Director Kim McNeeley City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department update about the Carver Museum with the improvement of the facility 3. Presentation by Director Adrienne Sturrup City of Austin Public Health update COVID-19 and how it’s affecting the community 4. Presentation by Martin Barrera, Redevelopment Project Manager and Kimberly Olivares Deputy Chief Financial Officer/COA update pertaining to Colony Park and discussion on the resolution from the Women’s Commission on Colony Park 5. Presentation by Anne Gatlin-Haynes – Austin Economic Development Corporation – discussion on Urban Renewal – Block 16&18 RFP Engagement WORKING GROUPS AND ASSIGNMENTS 6. Safety – Being safe in our home, at work and in our African American Community 7. Economic Opportunity and Affordability - Having economic opportunities and resources that enable us to thrive in our African American community 8. Health and Environment – Enjoying a …
AFRICAN AMERICAN RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION Regular Meeting – August 2, 2022, 5:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M. City of Austin Permitting and Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr. Austin, Texas 78752 AGENDA Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in person or via telephone. Remote speakers must register in advance (August 1st by Noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely, residents must: Call or email the board liaison at Linda Hayes at Economic Development Department, at (512-974-6282)lindak.hayes@austintexas,gov , no later than noon August 1st. The information required is the speaker’s name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, email address and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS Cherelle Vanbrakle Vice Chair (District 4) Dewi Smith (District 1) Clifford Gillard (District 3) Vacant (District 6) Rashida Wright (District 8) Quincy Dunlap (AAUL Appointee) Nelson Linder (NAACP Appointee) Elaina Fowler, Chair (District 10) Daryl Horton, (Appointee) Mueni Rudd (District 2) Dr. Chiquita Eugene (District 5) Serita Fontanesi (District 7) Joi Harden (District 9) Greg Smith (ARA Appointee) CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION Roger Davis (GABC Appointee) AGENDA The first 10 speakers who register to speak no later than August 1st by noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – 1. `July 12th meeting minutes DISCUCSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Presentation by Director Edward Campos and Assistant Executive Director Tamela Saldana present on this spring, SMBR will outreach with community organizations to present the outcomes of our upcoming disparity report. 3. Presentation by Principal in Charge, John Bossio with Merje Design on the Heritage Wayfinding Consultant would like to provide a project update. 4. Discussion on Town Hall Meeting, & Summer Retreat with David Gray WORKING GROUPS AND ASSIGNMENTS 5. Safety – Being safe in our home, at work an in our African American Community 6. Economic Opportunity and Affordability - Having economic opportunities and resources that enable us to thrive in our African American community 7. Health and Environment – Enjoying a sustainable environment and a healthy life, physically and mentally as an African American 8. Culture and Lifelong Learning – Being enrich by Austin’s unique civic, cultural, ethnic and learning …
AFRICAN AMERICAN RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION Regular Meeting – July 12, 2022, 5:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M. City of Austin Permitting and Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr. Austin, Texas 78752 AGENDA Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in person or via telephone. Remote speakers must register in advance (July 11th by Noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely, residents must: Call or email the board liaison at Linda Hayes at Economic Development Department, at (512-974-6282)lindak.hayes@austintexas,gov , no later than noon June 6th. The information required is the speaker’s name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, email address and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS Cherelle Vanbrakle Vice Chair (District 4) Dewi Smith (District 1) Clifford Gillard (District 3) Vacant (District 6) Rashida Wright (District 8) Quincy Dunlap (AAUL Appointee) Nelson Linder (NAACP Appointee) Elaina Fowler, Chair (District 10) Daryl Horton, (Appointee) Mueni Rudd (District 2) Dr. Chiquita Eugene (District 5) Serita Fontanesi (District 7) Vacant (District 9) Greg Smith (ARA Appointee) CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION Roger Davis (GABC Appointee) AGENDA The first 10 speakers who register to speak no later than July 11th by noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – June 7th meeting minutes was approved DISCUCSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 1. Presentation by Craig McCullough regarding the ATX Walk Bike Roll (ATXWBR) project seeking recommendations and possible action to update Austin’s sidewalk, urban trails and bicycle plans in the Austin Strategic Mobility Plan (ASMP). 2. Presentation by Grace Nguyen of Capital Metro’s Community Engagement team regarding potential new programs, Fare capping and Equifare, a new discounted fare category, seeking input and possible action regarding the potential programs. 3. Presentation by Jeremy Brown regarding the Reggie Rap's Room web-series seeking input and possible action regarding their youth education and mental health programs. 4. Presentation by Leah Newkirk Meunier regarding youth mentoring program seeking input and possible action regarding the program. POSSIBLE ACTION – 5. Discussion on Town Hall Meeting, 6. Summer Retreat with David Gray 7. Approval on Joint Inclusion Alternate WORKING GROUPS AND ASSIGNMENTS 8. Safety 9. Economic Opportunity and Affordability 10. Health …
AFRICAN AMERICAN RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION Regular Meeting – June 7, 2022, 5:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M. City of Austin Permitting and Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr. Austin, Texas 78752 AGENDA Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in person or via telephone. Remote speakers must register in advance (June 6th by Noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely, residents must: Call or email the board liaison at Linda Hayes at Economic Development Department, at (512-974-6282)lindak.hayes@austintexas,gov , no later than noon June 6th. The information required is the speaker’s name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, email address and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS Daryl Horton, (Appointee) Mueni Rudd (District 2) Cherelle Vanbrakle Vice Chair (District 4) Vacant (District 6) Rashida Wright (District 8) Elaina Fowler, Chair (District 10) Greg Smith (ARA Appointee) Dewi Smith (District 1) Clifford Gillard (District 3) Dr. Chiquita Eugene (District 5) Serita Fontanesi (District 7) Ellen Sweets (District 9) Quincy Dunlap (AAUL Appointee) Nelson Linder (NAACP Appointee) Roger Davis (GABC Appointee) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION The first 10 speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – May 3rd meeting minutes was approved 2. SPECIAL PRESENTATION, DISCUCSSION AND POSSIBILE ACTION a. Lindsay Southard, Community Engagement Specialist - Office of Police Oversight b. Sergio Torres-Peralta – Food & Resilience Coordinator Office of Sustainability/COA c. Laura Odegaard, Cultural Investment Program Manager – COA/EDD Cultural Funding Review Process and launch plans for our various programs. 3. POSSIBLE ACTION - Discussion on Town Hall Meeting, Juneteenth Celebration, and the Summer Retreat with David Gray 4. WORKING GROUPS AND ASSIGNMENTS a. Safety b. Economic Opportunity and Affordability c. Health and Environment d. Culture and Lifelong Learning e. Government That Works for All 5.SPECIAL PRESENTATION, THE AFRICAN AMERICAN COMMUNITY ALLIANCE COMMUNITY UPDATE – DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION a. The Austin Revitalization Authority – Greg Smith, President b. The Greater Austin Black Chamber of Commerce – Roger Davis Member c. The Baptist Minister Union – Rev. Daryl Horton, President d. The National Association for the Advancement of Colored …
African American Resources Advisory Commission MEETING MINUTES May 7, 2022 The African American Resources Advisory Commission convened in a meeting on Tuesday, May 7, 2022, at the City of Austin Permitting and Development Center, the meeting was called to order at 5:45 p.m. by Chair Horton. African American Resources Advisory Commissioners: Present: Chair Daryl Horton, Vice-Chair Elaina Fowler, Roger Davis, Cherelle Vanbrakle, Mueni Rudd, Rashida Wright, Nelson Linder, Greg Smith, Clifford Gillard, and Serita Fontanesi 2 Vacant. Absent: Dr. Chiquita Eugene, Ellen Sweet, and Quincy Dunlap City Staff in Attendance: Sylnovia Holt-Rabb Deputy Director Economic, Dusty McCormick Economic and Business Development Liaison, and Linda Hayes Commission Liaison of Economic Development Department CALL TO ORDER – at 5:45 p.m. CITIZEN COMMUNICATION – Miriam Conner APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. Approved the minutes of the Regular Meeting on April 19, 2022, motion for approval by Commissioner Davis., second by Commissioner Smith. 2. SPECIAL PRESENTATION, DISCUCSSION AND POSSIBILE ACTION a. Vivent Health AIDS Services of Austin- Provide update on thee merge with the national health care system for HIV. Told the commission about the update for shelter, medical concerns, and housing. Gave a briefing on AIDS services for the future b. OFCOLOR on our Black Art WKND (BAW) Steven Hachett Founder Director- c. Provided and update on the event that will happen in June invited the Commissioners to the event, wanted to have it before the Juneteenth activities I-35 Capital Express Central – Aesthetics Project TxDOT – Frances Jordan discusses the update on the cross over discuss the black that will put on the wall of the walkway. Gave tentative date when project will happen. The commissioner provide suggestion to the Ms. Jordan on what they would see happen with the project. d. Jody McIntosh - FUSE Executive Fellow working within Travis County Health & Human Services – provide the update the black community is the lowest in getting the vaccine request. The commissioners a gave suggestions to Ms. McIntosh to set up a booth at the Juneteenth events, 3. POSTPONED TO MAY MEETING - POSSIBLE ACTION - Voting on Commission Chair and Vice Chair Chair Elaina Fowler unopposed - voting status 10 for – 3 absent 2 vacant Vice Chair Cherelle Vanbrakle unopposed - voting status 10 for – 3 absent 2 vacant Commissioner Wright suggested for the Joint Inclusion Committee be added to agenda item#5 to report to the commission African American …
