- SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE AUSTIN-TRAVIS COUNTY FOOD POLICY BOARD MONDAY, MARCH 23, 2026, AT 5:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1406 6310 WILHELMINO DELCO DRIVE, AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Austin-Travis County Food Policy Board 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 either 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. To register to speak remotely, contact Amanda Rohlich, (512) 974-1364, Amanda.Rohlich@austintexas.gov. CURRENT AUSTIN-TRAVIS COUNTY FOOD POLICY BOARD MEMBERS: Joi Chevalier, Chair Lisa Barden, Vice-Chair Andrea Abel Marissa Bell Beth Corbett Nitza Cuevas Kacey Hanson Seanna Marceaux Erin McDonald Natalie Poulos Andrew Smith AGENDA CALL TO ORDER Board Member roll call and introduction of new and existing board members. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to 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 Austin-Travis County Food Policy Board Regular Meeting on Monday, February 9, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding Women, Infant, and Children Program. Presentation by Clare Shellooe, Austin Public Health. Staff briefing regarding Austin-Travis County Food Plan Implementation. Presentation by Edwin Marty, Food Policy Manager, Austin Climate Action & Resilience and Yaira Robinson, Assistant Director of Environmental Programs, Travis County. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Presentation and discussion regarding the Food Plan Implementation Collaborative, Kelly Nichols, Woollard Nichols & Torres. Report out from Joint Sustainability Committee on February 25, 2026. Presentation and discussion regarding the working group to expand access to nutritious foods through improvement to existing materials and resources and explore alternate or expanded hours for existing resources. Presentation and discussion regarding the working group to participate in the USDA Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) application for funding for conservation easements as a regional partnership. Presentation and discussion regarding the working group to explore revenue generators such as sugar sweetened beverage tax, a surplus food donation requirement for events, and/or a percent conservation fund from all land purchases or new developments. Review Board Member Assignments. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 10. Discuss and take possible action …
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE TECHNOLOGY COMMISSION WEDNESDAY. MARCH 19TH, 2026 AT 6:30PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 1101 301 W 2ND ST, AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Technology Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either 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. To register to speak remotely, contact Dan Martinez at (512)974-3510 or dan.martinez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Steven Apodaca, Chair Ibiye Anga Nicholas Eastwood Suzanna Heritage Milena Pribic Brian AM Williams AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Carina Alderete, Vice Chair Benjamin Combee Rachel Frock Keith Pena-Villa Thomas Rice The first ten speakers signed up to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting 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 Technology Commission Regular meeting on February 11th, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. Presentation from Austin Technology Services on the state of their consolidation project Update on the applications received for the Grant for Technology Opportunities Program 2026 grant cycle (Dan Martinez, Business Process Specialist, Austin Economic Development) 4. Technology Commission 2026 budget recommendations, draft text finalization DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Approval of recommendation for continued funding for public computer access and digital inclusion library services Approval of recommendation for continued public and private partnerships for digital inclusion projects Approval of recommendation for continued level of funding for the Grant for Technology Opportunities Program Approval of recommendation for additional funding for the City of Austin to upskill their workforce in using AI tools Approval of recommendation for continued funding for the Austin Technology Services consolidation project 10. Approval of recommendation for additional or continued funding for the City of Austin website refresh project. WORKING GROUP UPDATE 11. 12. Group updates from the Artificial Intelligence and Public Surveillance working group on their recent meeting and future status of the working group Update from the town hall listening session working group on the final updates after the town hall listening session. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of …
2026 GTOPs Applications Received Executive Summary March 4th, 2026 GTOPs Core Overview $40,000 $320,000 2 GTOPs provides matching grant funds to Austin organizations to increase access to technology, provide digital/technology training, and to increase access to the Internet, particularly in underserved segments of our community. ● Half of award is pre-paid and the second half is paid at the mid-point of the contract (upon successful first half) ● Significant contract negotiation process ● Requires insurance ● Expected Number of Awards: 8-9 GTOPs Core Applications Received ● Total Applications Received: 33 ● 7 projects to increase the number of devices ● 26 projects to increase skills and knowledge of digital technologies ● 13 Creative Media Skills Training Projects ● 5 IT Middle Skill Training Projects GTOPs provides matching grant funds to Austin organizations to increase access to technology, provide digital/technology training, and to increase access to the Internet, particularly in underserved segments of our community. ● Half of award is pre-paid and the second half is paid at the mid-point of the contract (upon successful first half) ● Significant contract negotiation process ● Requires insurance ● Expected Number of Awards: 8-9 3 GTOPs Core Received Applications Breakdown Applications in Red were considered by staff to be ineligible New Applicants to the Program ● Texas Council on Family Violence ● Vortex Repertory Company ● The Museum of Fine Arts ● Hispanic Alliance of the Performing Arts ● DAWA - Diversity Awareness and Wellness in Action ● Hindu Charities for America ● Association for Women in Technology - Austin 4 ● Indie Meme Film Festival and Programs ● Impact Austin Foundation ● Boys and Girls Club of South Central Texas ● LeadHer to Purpose ● QWELL Community Foundation ● Fisterra Projects ● People’s Community Clinic ● SaulPaul Foundation ● Global Impact Initiative GTOPs Core Received Applications Breakdown Applications in Green are past recipients Returning Applicants to the Program ● SAIVA ● Foundation Communities ● Todos Juntos Learning Center ● El Buen Samaritano ● EGBI - Economic Growth Business Incubator ● Austin Speech Labs ● Creative Action ● AVANCE-Austin ● Cine Las Americas 5 ● E4 Youth, Inc. ● Art Spark Texas ● Family Eldercare ● American Youthworks Inc ● The Arc of the Capital Area ● Austin Groups for the Elderly ● Brave Communities ● Art Curatorial Inc
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION OPERATIONS COMMITTEE Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 11 a.m. Permitting and Development Center, Room 1203 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the committee 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 either 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. To register to speak remotely, contact Cara Bertron at (512) 974-1446 or cara.bertron@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS Judah Rice, Chair Jeffrey Acton Trey McWhorter AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order or, for remote participation, no later than noon the day before the meeting, 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 Operations Committee regular meeting on February 18, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding ways to approach concerns about structural issues in older buildings. Presentation by Cara Bertron, Program Manager II, Austin Planning, and Kalan Contreras, Principal Planner, Austin Planning. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Discussion of potential changes to the Land Development Code regarding historic preservation. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Discussion and possible action on eligible expenses for the historic district tax abatement. 5. Discussion and possible action on Historic Sign Standards. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 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. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Cara Bertron at Austin Planning at (512) 974-1446 or cara.bertron@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Operations Committee, please contact Cara Bertron at (512) 974-1446 or cara.bertron@austintexas.gov.
REGULAR CALLED MEETING OF THE ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026, 6:30 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM, #1101 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Economic Prosperity Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either 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. To register to speak remotely, contact Chelsea Pfeifer at chelsea.pfeifer@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2498. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Commissioner Appointment Nicole Tomaszewski Ofelia Zapata District 1 District 2 Raquel Valdez Sanchez (Vice Chair) District 3 Michael Nahas VACANT Shakeel Rashed CALL TO ORDER District 4 District 5 District 6 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Commissioner Zain Pleuthner VACANT Appointment District 7 District 8 Aaron Gonzales (Chair) District 9 Aditi Joshi Jake Randall District 10 Mayor The first ten speakers signed up prior to 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 Economic Prosperity Commission regular meeting on February 25, 2026 and the Special Called meeting on March 16, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation on an Economic Snapshot of Central Texas. Presentation by Chair Gonzales. 3. Discussion of priority initiatives related to the use of Artificial Intelligence as it relates to construction and job creation. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 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. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Chelsea Pfeifer at the Austin City Clerk’s Office, at 512-974-2498 or chelsea.pfeifer@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Economic Prosperity Commission please contact Chelsea Pfeifer at 512-974-2498 or chelsea.pfeifer@austintexas.gov.
ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2026 ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2026 The Economic Prosperity Commission convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at Permitting and Development Center, Rooms 1401 & 1402, 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive, Austin, Texas. Chair Gonzales called the Economic Prosperity Commission Meeting to order at 6:47 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Aaron Gonzales, Chair Aditi Joshi Michael Nahas Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Jacob Randall Nicole Tomaszewski Ofelia Zapata PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Economic Prosperity Commission Regular Meeting on January 21, 2026. The minutes from the Economic Prosperity Commission regular meeting on January 21, 2026 were approved on Commissioner Joshi’s motion and Commissioner Nahas’ second on a 6-0 vote. Vice Chair Valdez Sanchez and Commissioners Cantu, Rashed, and Pleuthner were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Discussion regarding the city’s FY 2026-27 budget process. Discussed. 1 ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2026 3. 4. 5. Discussion regarding the city’s boards & commissions bylaw amendment process. Chair Gonzales made a motion to postpone Items 3, 6 and 7 to the March 18, 2026 regular meeting, seconded by Commissioner Joshi. The motion did not pass, on a 5-1 vote. Commissioner Nahas voted nay. Vice Chair Valdez Sanchez and Commissioners Cantu, Rashed, and Pleuthner were absent. Discussed. Discussion regarding priority policy areas for potential Working Groups. Discussed. Update on outreach efforts regarding Recommendation 20251119-010: Pensions and OPEB Benefits. Update was given by Commissioner Nahas. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. 7. Approve a revised version of Recommendation 20251119-010: Pensions and OPEB Benefits based on additional information received from stakeholders. Chair Gonzales made a motion to postpone Items 3, 6 and 7 to the March 18, 2026 regular meeting, seconded by Commissioner Joshi. The motion did not pass, on a 5-1 vote. Commissioner Nahas voted nay. Vice Chair Valdez Sanchez and Commissioners Cantu, Rashed, and Pleuthner were absent. Withdrawn due to lack of quorum. Approve an impact assessment framework and recommendation approval guidelines for the Economic Prosperity Commission. Chair Gonzales made a motion to postpone Items 3, 6 and 7 to the March 18, 2026 regular meeting, seconded by Commissioner Joshi. The motion did not pass, on a 5-1 vote. Commissioner Nahas voted nay. Vice Chair Valdez Sanchez and Commissioners Cantu, Rashed, and Pleuthner were absent. Withdrawn due to lack of quorum. Chair …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON VETERANS AFFAIRS On Wednesday March 18, 2026 at 7pm City of Austin Permitting & Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr., Room 1401/1402 Austin, TX 78752 Some members of the Commission on Veterans Affairs may be participating by video conference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either 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. To register to speak remotely, contact Jesus Simental at 512-974-7742 or email at jesus.simental@austintexas.gov CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Michael Mcinerney – Chair Amber Schleuning – Vice Chair William Dahlstrom Kimberly Frantz Armando Gonzales Bryce Laake-Stanfield Jose Reyes Anita Roberts Christopher Wilson Lucas Castillo Fansu Ku CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION APPROVAL OF MINUTES AGENDA 1. Approve the minutes of the Commission on Veteran Affairs Regular Meeting of Jan 21, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation and discussion by Christopher Anderson, Homeless Strategy Office Deputy Director, to provide information on access to Veteran-specific housing resources as well as updates on Tunnel to Towers Foundation and other non-profits seeking to build housing for homeless veterans in Austin. 3. Update by Commissioner Bryce Laake-Stanfield on the status of the homeless veteran working group. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. 5. Discussion and possible vote on proposed recommendation for the Austin Economic Development Department and Austin Small and Minority Resources include service disabled veteran owned businesses in all goals and programs to ensure service disabled veterans in Austin have affirmative access to city procurement opportunities. Discussion and possible vote on a recommendation by the Commission on Veterans Affairs that City Council again direct the City Manager to develop a Veterans Affairs Action Plan. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 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. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Please call Jesus Simental at (512) 974-7742 or jesus.simental@austintexas.gov at Equity and Inclusion Department to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Commission on Veterans Affairs, please contact Jesus Simental at …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION TUESDAY, MARCH 17, 2026, AT 6 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, ROOM 1001 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Zoning and Platting Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than 2 p.m. on the day of the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, please use the QR code or link at the end of this document. If you have questions regarding speaker registration, please contact Ella Garcia, Staff Liaison, at LandUseLiaison@austintexas.gov or by phone at 512-978-0821. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Hank Smith, Chair (District 8) Betsy Greenberg, Vice Chair (District 10) Ryan Puzycki, Secretary (District 7) Alejandra Flores, Parliamentarian (District 5) Luis Osta Lugo (Mayor’s Representative) Scott Boone (District 1) EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) David Fouts (District 2) Lonny Stern (District 3) Andrew Cortes (District 4) Christian Tschoepe (District 6) Taylor Major (District 9) The Zoning and Platting Commission will announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel on matters specifically listed on this agenda. The commission may not conduct a closed meeting without the approval of the city attorney. Private Consultation with Attorney – Section 551.071 Staff Liaison: Ella Garcia, 512-978-0821 Attorney: Steven Maddoux, 512-974-6080 Page 1 of 6 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first four speakers signed up prior to 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 Zoning and Platting Commission regular meeting on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. PUBLIC HEARINGS C14-2025-0112 - Lagos Austin West FM 973 Mixed Use; District 1 11716 ½ North FM 973 Road, Gilleland Creek Watershed 2. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: Wild Horse Creekside Commercial LP (Pete Dwyer) Kimley-Horn (Ethan Harwell) Agent: I-RR to GR-MU Request: Recommended Staff Rec.: Beverly Villela, 512-978-0740, beverly.villela@austintexas.gov Staff: Austin Planning 3. Rezoning: Location: C14-2025-0094 - 2117 W 49th St. and 4709 Rosedale Ave. Multifamily; District 7 2117 West 49th …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-2025-0112 (Lagos Austin West FM 973 Mixed Use) DISTRICT: 1 ADDRESS: 11716 ½ North FM 973 Road ZONING FROM: I-RR TO: GR-MU SITE AREA: 11.29 acres (491,792.4 sq. ft.) PROPERTY OWNER: Wild Horse Creekside Commercial LP (Pete Dwyer) AGENT: Kimley-Horn (Ethan Harwell) CASE MANAGER: Beverly Villela (512-978-0740, Beverly.Villela@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends GR-MU, Community Commercial-Mixed Use Combining District, zoning. See the Basis of Recommendation section below. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: March 17th, 2026: February 17, 2026: Approved applicant postponement to March 17th, 2026 on the consent agenda. CITY COUNCIL ACTION: ORDINANCE NUMBER: ISSUES: N/A CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The property in question consists of approximately 11.29 acres located at 11716 ½ North FM 973 Road and is assigned the zoning designation of Interim–Rural Residential (I-RR) district zoning. The site is currently undeveloped. The applicant is requesting Community Commercial–Mixed Use (GR-MU) combing district zoning to allow for a mixed-use development consisting of low-rise multifamily residential (approximately 248 units) and commercial retail uses along the FM 973 frontage. The proposed zoning would allow for a mix of residential and non-industrial uses that are intended to serve both future residents and the surrounding area. 02 C14-2025-0112 - Lagos Austin West FM 973 Mixed Use; District 11 of 12 C14-2025-0112 Page 2 Surrounding land uses include vacant land within the City of Manor’s jurisdiction to the north, undeveloped land and Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning to the south and west, and undeveloped land within Austin’s ETJ to the east. The property is located near the future Wildhorse Collector Road, which is planned to improve connectivity in the area. Please refer to Exhibits A (Zoning Map) and B (Aerial View). Staff recommends the requested GR-MU zoning as it is consistent with the purpose statement of the Community Commercial district, which is intended to provide a range of retail, office, service, and residential uses that serve the surrounding community. The proposed zoning supports, mixed-use development along a major roadway and aligns with Imagine Austin goals related to housing choice and mixed-use development. The proposed zoning is compatible with surrounding land uses and zoning and will promote orderly development along the FM 973 corridor. The applicant is in agreement with the staff recommendation. BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION: 1. The proposed zoning should be consistent with the purpose statement of the district sought. The Community Commercial district is intended for office and …
MEMORANDUM To: From: Hank Smith, Chair Zoning and Platting Commission Members Sherri Sirwaitis, Case Manager Austin Planning Date: March 9, 2026 Subject: C14-97-0141.04 - Parmer North PDA Amendment #4 - Postponement Request The purpose of this memorandum is for the staff to request a postponement of the above referenced rezoning case from March 17, 2026 to April 7, 2026. The postponement will allow time for the staff to complete our review of this amended rezoning request. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact Sherri Sirwaitis, Austin Planning, at sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov or 512-974-3057. 04 C14-97-0141.04 - Parmer North PDA Amendment; District 11 of 2 04 C14-97-0141.04 - Parmer North PDA Amendment; District 12 of 2
ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION SITE PLAN CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: PROJECT NAME: SPC-2025-0244A Barton Creek Plaza Lot 2 ZAP DATE: March 17, 2026 ADDRESS: COUNCIL DISTRICT: 3801 S Capital of Texas Highway NB, Austin, Texas, 78704 5 APPLICANT/ PROPERTY OWNER: BCP Building II, LLC AGENT: Mahoney Engineering, LLC (Pablo Martinez) (512) 910-3874 CASE MANAGER: Randall Rouda Randall.Rouda@austintexas.gov (512) 978-3338 PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit for a Private Secondary Educational Facility in an existing building in the LO (Limited Office) Zone. A Private Primary Educational Facility use will be established in the same building as an allowed use in the LO Zone which does not require a Conditional Use Permit. No construction is proposed with this land use only site plan. A proposed Condition of Approval would require the installation of bicycle parking under a separate Site Plan Exemption. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the conditional use permit with the following Condition of Approval: 1) Prior to the establishment of a Private Secondary Education Facility Use on the subject site, the applicant shall secure any needed permits and construct the bicycle parking as shown on Sheet 3 of the Conditional Use Permit Site Plan Set. . With the Condition of Approval, the site plan will comply with all requirements of the Land Development Code. PROJECT INFORMATION: SITE AREA: SITE’S ZONING WATERSHED WATERSHED ORDINANCE TRAFFIC IMPACT ANALYSIS Not required CAPITOL VIEW CORRIDOR PROPOSED ACCESS 5.72 Acres (249,163 sq.ft.) LO (Limited Office) Barton Creek Barton Creek Zone None Capital of Texas Highway Allowed 0.7:1 (LO) 50% (LO) 70% 199 Existing 0.278:1 8.58% 61.19% 700 FLOOR-AREA RATIO BUILDING COVERAGE IMPERVIOUS COVERAGE PARKING IMPERVIOUS COVER WITH CONDITION OF APPROVAL FOR BICYCLE PARKING: 61.31% 05 SPC-2025-0244A - Barton Creek Plaza Lot 2; District 51 of 12 Barton Creek Plaza Lot 2 CUP SPC-2025-0244A 2 SUMMARY COMMENTS ON SITE PLAN: Land Use: The lot is zoned LO (Limited Office). An existing office building is located on the site which will be re-purposed for Private Primary Educational Services and Private Secondary Educational Services uses. In the LO Zone, Private Primary Educational Services is a Permitted Use, however, Private Secondary Educational Services is a Conditional Use which requires approval of a Conditional Use Permit. The site is located within the Scenic Highway Combining Zone. This zoning district applies some restrictions to signage along selected roadways. Any signage proposed by the …
ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, February 17, 2026 ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, FEBURARY 17, 2026 MEETING MINUTES The Zoning and Platting Commission convened in a regular meeting on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001, 301 W. Second Street, in Austin, Texas. Chair Smith called the Zoning and Platting Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Hank Smith Betsy Greenberg Ryan Puzycki Luis Osta Lugo Andrew Cortes Christian Tschoepe Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Alejandra Flores David Fouts Lonny Stern Taylor Major Commissioners Absent: Scott Boone PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Zoning and Platting Commission regular meeting on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. The minutes from the meeting of Tuesday, February 3, 2026, were approved on the consent agenda on Secretary Puzycki’s motion, Commissioner Osta Lugo’s second, on a 9-0 vote. Commissioner Major was off the dais. Commissioner Boone was absent. 1 ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, February 17, 2026 PUBLIC HEARINGS C14-2025-0112 - Lagos Austin West FM 973 Mixed Use; District 1 11716 ½ North FM 973 Road, Gilleland Creek Watershed 2. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: Wild Horse Creekside Commercial LP (Pete Dwyer) Kimley-Horn (Ethan Harwell) Agent: I-RR to GR-MU Request: Applicant postponement request to March 17, 2026 Staff Rec.: Beverly Villela, 512-978-0740, beverly.villela@austintexas.gov Staff: Austin Planning The motion to approve the Applicant’s postponement request to March 17, 2026, was approved on the consent agenda on Secretary Puzycki’s motion, Commissioner Osta Lugo’s second, on a 9-0 vote. Commissioner Major was off the dais. Commissioner Boone was absent. 3. Rezoning: Location: C14-2025-0089 - 1120 and 1122 S Capital of Texas Highway; District 8 1120 ½ South Capital of Texas Hwy SB, 1120 South Capital of Texas Hwy SB, 1122 South Capital of Texas HWY SB, 1220 South Capital of Texas Hwy SB, Eanes Creek Watershed Owner/Applicant: AREIT City View LLC Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Drenner Group, P.C. (Leah M. Bojo) LO and LR to LO-V-DB90 Recommended Beverly Villela, 512-978-0740, beverly.villela@austintexas.gov Austin Planning The motion to approve the Neighborhood’s postponement request to April 7, 2026, was approved on the consent agenda on Secretary Puzycki’s motion, Commissioner Osta Lugo’s second, on a 9-0 vote. Commissioner Major was off the dais. Commissioner Boone was absent. 2 ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, February 17, 2026 4. Rezoning: Location: C14-2025-0094 - 2117 …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-2025-0094 - 2117 W 49th St. and 4709 Rosedale Ave. Multifamily DISTRICT: 7 ZONING FROM: SF-3 ZONING TO: MF-6-CO ADDRESS: 2117 West 49th Street and 4709 Rosedale Avenue SITE AREA: 4.62 acres (201, 247 sq. ft.) PROPERTY OWNER: Austin Independent School District (AISD) AGENT: Dubois Bryant & Campbell, LLP (David Hartman) CASE MANAGER: Cynthia Hadri 512-974-7620, Cynthia.hadri@austintexas.gov STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The staff recommendation is to grant multifamily residence (high density) - conditional overlay (MF-6-CO) combined district zoning. The conditional overlay will be for a maximum height of 75 feet. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: March 17, 2026: February 17, 2026: APPROVED THE NEIGHBORHOOD’S POSTPONEMENT REQUEST TO MARCH 17, 2026. [L. STERN; L. OSTA LUGO - 2ND] (9-0) S. BOONE AND T. MAJOR – ABSENT CITY COUNCIL ACTION: ORDINANCE NUMBER: ISSUES: An Educational Impact Statement (EIS) has been submitted to Austin Independent School District (AISD) for their feedback and will be included in the backup once received. 03 C14-2025-0094 - 2117 W 49th St. and 4709 Rosedale Ave. Multifamily; District 71 of 83 C14-2025-0094 2 CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The property in question is approximately 4.62 acres is currently zoned family residence (SF-3) with access to West 49th street (level 1) Ramsey Avenue (level 1) and West 48th Street (level 1). The area is characterized as neighborhood mixed use with commercial zonings to the north and east of the property (CS-V-ETOD-DBETOD; CS-MU-V-CO-ETOD- DBETOD; CS-V) and single family residential (SF-3; SF-3-H) to the west, south and north. Please refer to Exhibits A (Zoning Map) and B (Aerial View). The applicant is requesting multifamily residence (high density) - conditional overlay (MF-6- CO) combined district zoning for the development of approximately 435 multifamily units. The applicant is seeking a conditional overlay that will limit the height of the building to a maximum height of 75 feet Please refer to Exhibit C (Applicant’s Summary Letter). The staff is recommending multifamily residence (high density) - conditional overlay (MF-6- CO) combined district zoning. The request is consistent with the intent of the district, provides a balance of intensities and will add housing stock to the area. This property does not have a Neighborhood Plan, but it is adjacent to the Burnet Road Activity Corridor and is partially in Subdistrict 2 of the Equitable Transit Oriented Development (ETOD) Overlay. This property was not rezoned with the ETOD rezonings because it has single family …
ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISISON SITE PLAN CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: SPC-2025-0179C ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION HEARING DATE: March 17, 2026 PROJECT NAME: HEB McKinney Falls ADDRESS: 7016 E William Cannon Drive, Austin, Texas APPLICANT: AGENT: HEB Grocery Co. LP (Mary Rohrer) (210) 938-8000 646 South Main Avenue San Antonio, TX 78204 Kimley Horn (Brent Leonard) 6800 Burleson road, Building 312, Suite 150 Austin, TX 78744 CASE MANAGER: Randall Rouda Randall.rouda@austintexas.gov Phone: (512) 974-3338 PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit for Large Retail Use (food sales) in GR-MU-CO zoning in order to construct a grocery store, and gas station. A Large Retail Use means a use listed in Land Development Code section 25-2-815-A, including food sales, with 100,000 square feet or more of gross floor area. Large Retail Use is a conditional use. The proposed food sales building is proposed with 106,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area. The gas station is a permitted use. The proposed project includes construction of buildings, parking, drive aisles, landscaping or other improvements on five of the six parcels of the Springfield Commercial – North Plat which is currently under review. The final plat will be recorded prior to release of the requested Site Plan. Except where noted, site figures below refer to the entire shopping center. Future site plan applications are anticipated for the remaining four lots. SUMMARY STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit for Large Retail Use (food sales) with the condition that all remaining informal administrative comments are cleared prior to site plan approval. Conditions of approval: While all substantive comments have been cleared, staff recommends the following conditions of approval: 1) The approved site plan will not be released for construction until the DRAFT Plat shown in the Plan Set has been recorded and Austin Development Services Staff have confirmed that the legal lots of record generally conform to those shown at the time of approval. 2) The approved site plan will not be released until all legal documents including (as needed) dedications, easements, and records of covenants have been approved and recorded and recording information added to the plan set. 06 SPC-2025-0179C - HEB McKinney Falls; District 21 of 12 3) The approved plan set will not be released until the Transportation and Public Works (TPW) Reviewer has confirmed that the streetscape design of Springfield Drive including buffer zone, …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HIV PLANNING COUNCIL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING TUESDAY, MARCH 17TH, 2026, 5:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER ROOM 1203 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the HIV PLANNING COUNCIL may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: Join the meeting now Public comment will be allowed in person or remotely via telephone or Teams. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either 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. To register to speak, call or email the Office of Support, (737)- 825-1684 or hivplanningcouncil@austintexas.gov CURRENT HIV PLANNING COUNCIL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Kelle’ Martin, Chair Marquis Goodwin, Vice-Chair Kristina McRae-Thompson, Secretary Drew Kyler, Treasurer Empty, FA Committee Chair Empty, CSE Committee Chair AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up no later than noon on 3/16/2026 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 HIV Planning Council regular meeting of the Executive Committee on February 17th, 2026 CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATIONS 2. Members will declare conflict of interest with relevant agenda items, service categories, and/or service standards. STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Introductions/Announcements 4. Office of Support Staff Briefing 5. Administrative Agent Staff Briefing DISCUSSION ITEMS 6. Discussion of member reflectiveness report 7. Discussion of member attendance report 8. Discussion of Planning Council officer training 9. Discussion and interview of HIV Planning Council member interests: a. Kathleen Irwin b. Deondre Moore DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 10. Discussion and voting approval of HIV Planning Council member interests: a. Kathleen Irwin b. Deondre Moore 11. Discussion and approval of Conflict of Interest (COI) policy 12. Discussion and approval of Focus Group questions COMMITTEE UPDATES 13. Care Strategies and Engagement Committee 14. Finance and Assessment Committee FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 15. Discussion of workplan and social calendar ADJOURNMENT Indicative of action items The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American 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 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting …
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE URBAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026, AT 5:00 P.M. AUSTIN ENERGY HEADQUARTERS, ROOM 1111 4815 MUELLER BLVD. AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Urban Transportation Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once, either 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. To register to speak remotely, contact Natalie Leone, 512-974- 3428, natalie.leone@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Susan Somers, Chair Daniel Kavelman, Parliamentarian Deshon Brown Heather Buffo Kevin Chen Nathan Fernandes Justin Jacobson Varun Prasad Joshua Sorin Spencer Schumacher, Vice Chair AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 5 speakers signed up prior to 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 Urban Transportation Commission Regular meeting on 2/3/2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. Transit Enhancement Program Update. Presentation by Max Schwartz, Program Manager, Austin Transportation and Public Works. Austin Core Transportation Plan Update. Presentation by Michelle Marx, Transportation Officer, and Cole Kitten, Division Manager, Austin Transportation and Public Works. Austin Transportation and Public Works Services and Budget Update. Presentation by Richard Mendoza, Director, Austin Transportation and Public Works. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. Approve a recommendation regarding the Fiscal Year 2026-20727 budget of Austin Transportation and Public Works. Approve proposed changes to Urban Transportation Commission By-laws. COMMITTEE UPDATES 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Update from Commissioner Chen from the Downtown Commission regarding actions taken at the February 18, 2026, meeting. Update from Commissioner Prasad from the Joint Sustainability Committee regarding actions taken at the February 25, 2026, meeting. Update from Commissioner Schumacher from the Bicycle Advisory Council regarding actions taken at the February 17, 2026, meeting. Update from Commissioner Kavelman from the Pedestrian Advisory Council regarding actions taken at the February 2, 2026, and March 2, 2026, meetings. Update from Chair Somers from the City Council Mobility Committee regarding actions taken at the February 12, 2026, meeting. Update from Chair Somers from the Community Advisory Committee of the Austin Transit Partnership Board regarding actions …
URBAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES URBAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, February 3, 2026 The Urban Transportation Commission convened in a regular meeting on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room 1101, Austin, Texas. Chair Somers called the Commission Meeting to order at 5:02 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Heather Buffo - (District 1) Nathan Fernandes – (District 2) Susan Somers, Chair - (District 4) Daniel Kavelman - (District 5) Spencer Schumacher, Vice Chair - (District 9) Commissioners in Attendance Virtually: Kevin Chen - (District 6) Justin Jacobson - (District 8) Deshon Brown (Mayoral) PUBLIC COMMUNICATION Philip Wiley Santiago APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the URBAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING on 1/6/2026. The minutes from the meeting of 1/6/2026 were approved on a motion from Chair Somers, seconded by Vice Chair Schumacher, on an 8-0 vote, with Commissioners Prasad and Sorin absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Long Range Population Forecasting. The commission received a presentation from Genest Lila Valencia, City Demographer, Austin Planning. 3. Curb Management Study. The commission received a presentation from Lewis Leff, Assistant Director, and Joseph Al-Hajeri, Parking Enterprise Manager, both from Austin Transportation and Public Works. 1 URBAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES 4. Sixth Street Design. The commission received a presentation from Anna Martin, Assistant Director, Austin Transportation and Public Works. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Approve a recommendation to Council on Sixth Street Rebuild. Amendment 1: On a motion from Commissioner Kavelman, and a second from Commissioner Fernandes, the amendment was approved with a 7-0 vote, with Commissioners Jacobson, Prasad and Sorin absent. Amendment 2: On a motion from Commissioner Schumacher, and a second from Commissioner Somers, the amendment was approved with a 7-0 vote, with Commissioners Jacobson, Prasad and Sorin absent. Amendment 3: On a motion from Commissioner Buffo, and a second from Commissioner Schumacher, the amendment failed with a 4-3 vote, with Commissioners Jacobson, Prasad and Sorin absent. On a motion from Commissioner Kavelman, and a second from Commissioner Schumacher approved as amended with a 7-0 vote, with Commissioners Jacobson, Prasad and Sorin absent. 6. Approve a recommendation to Council regarding the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) South Mopac project. On a motion from Commissioner Kavelman, and a second from Commissioner Somers, approved as amended with a 7-0 vote, with Commissioners Jacobson, Prasad and Sorin absent. 7. Approve proposed changes to Urban Transportation Commission By-laws. …
BYLAWS OF THE Urban Transportation Commission ARTICLE 1. NAME. The name of the board is: Urban Transportation Commission. ARTICLE 2. PURPOSE AND DUTIES. The purpose and duties of the board are as follows: transportation energy conservation matters grant applications; • • streets and highways; • bus and rail service; • pedestrian and bikeway programs and projects; • safety related programs and projects; • provision for the needs of the mobility impaired; • transportation franchise requests, renewals, rate adjustments, and hours of operation. The commission shall: • Review and make recommendations to the city council on all requests for taxicab permits, including annual permits and franchise permits. • Annually review and report to the city council on the City's transportation system, including policies and programs. • Review, study, and make recommendations to the Planning Commission on: transportation-related projects proposed for inclusion in the Capital Improvements Program; and plans and programs submitted by the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization. • Receive and study public comments and suggestions in all areas of transportation. • In its deliberations: (1) recognize the relationship between transportation and economics, energy, safety, land use, neighborhood integrity, and environmental quality; and (2) consider transportation access to health care, employment, education, housing, and recreational facilities. • Seek to promote close cooperation between the city council, other city boards and commissions, city departments, and individuals, institutions, and agencies concerned with transportation-related activities so that all similar activities in the City may be coordinated to secure the greatest public welfare. • Perform any other duties assigned by City Council. ARTICLE 3. MEMBERSHIP. (A) The board is composed of eleven members appointed by the city council. (B) A member serves at the pleasure of the city council. (C) Board members serve for a term of four years beginning March 1st on the year of appointment. (D) An individual board member may not act in an official capacity or speak on behalf of the board except through the action of a majority of the board in which the board identifies who is authorized to speak and identifies the actions the individual board member is authorized to take or topics on which the individual board member is entitled to speak. (E) A board member who is absent for three consecutive regular meetings or one-third of all regular meetings in a “rolling” twelve month timeframe automatically vacates the member’s position subject to the holdover provisions in …
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026, 5:00 PM CITY HALL, BOARDS & COMMISSIONS ROOM 1101 301 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Economic Prosperity Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either 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. To register to speak remotely, contact Chelsea Pfeifer at chelsea.pfeifer@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2498. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Commissioner Appointment Nicole Tomaszewski Ofelia Zapata District 1 District 2 Raquel Valdez Sanchez (Vice Chair) District 3 Michael Nahas VACANT Shakeel Rashed CALL TO ORDER District 4 District 5 District 6 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Commissioner Zain Pleuthner VACANT Appointment District 7 District 8 Aaron Gonzales (Chair) District 9 Aditi Joshi Jake Randall District 10 Mayor The first ten speakers signed up prior to 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. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 1. 2. Approve a revised version of Recommendation 20251119-010: Pensions and OPEB Benefits based on additional information received from stakeholders. Approve an impact assessment framework and recommendation approval guidelines for the Economic Prosperity Commission. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 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. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Chelsea Pfeifer at the Austin City Clerk’s Office, at 512-974-2498 or chelsea.pfeifer@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Economic Prosperity Commission please contact Chelsea Pfeifer at 512-974-2498 or chelsea.pfeifer@austintexas.gov.
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Economic Prosperity Commission Recommendation Number: 20260225-006 : Revised Version of Pensions and OPEB Benefits Recommendation Rationale: The following is an update to the Economic Prosperity Commission’s update regarding Pensions. This document should be the authoritative document regarding the Commission’s stance should it be enacted and voted on by a majority of commission members. This recommendation that was previously made has been updated to reflect community input and feedback since the initial vote as well as new information that was not known regarding this issue at the time it was introduced. Given the large amount of information that is still not known by commission members regarding this issue, given that none of us are licensed financial auditors with retirement planning experience, and the economic impact and significance on everyday city employees’ lives, we have removed many provisions from the previous recommendation. In addition, we have learned that the status of city pensions has changed since the Annual Financial Comprehensive report was issued. Many of the provisions that remain from the initial recommendation cover reporting, given the potential impact on the city’s financial health, we believe that more information will be helpful for all community leaders and elected officials to earlier identify periods of misaligned financial expectations and potential risks. Recommendation: WHEREAS, City Council created the Economic Prosperity Commission to advise the council on matters related to job creation and the City of Austin is one of the largest employers in Austin and retirement benefits make up a large percentage of the compensation of City of Austin employees. WHEREAS, City Council the financial health of the City of Austin’s government is a signal used by employers to decide where to create jobs. WHEREAS, the City of Austin’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report says “The deficit in governmental unrestricted net position is largely due to the net pension liability of $2.3 billion and other postemployment benefits (OPEB) liability of $1.9 billion.” WHEREAS, the Legacy Liability of all 3 pensions is expected to increase. The police pension’s increases until 2030, COAERS until 2031, and the firefighter’s until 2032. . WHEREAS, the payments to reduce the Legacity Liability will exceed $190 million in 2028. And those payments will continue until 2051 for the police pension, until 2053 for COAERS, and until 2055 for the firefighters’. WHEREAS, the City of Austin has not formally set aside saved any money to pay for “other …
City of Austin | Economic Prosperity Commission Impact Framework and Procedural Guidance January 21st, 2026 City of Austin | Economic Prosperity Commission Impact Framework and Procedural Guidance Executive Summary This document attempts to establish a clear, shared operating framework for the Austin Economic Prosperity Commission to improve consistency, effectiveness, and accountability in its policy work. The document attempts to define how the Commission measures success, how policy ideas should be developed from concept to Council-ready recommendation, and how potential initiatives are evaluated for impact, feasibility, and readiness. By articulating a North Star Metric and a standardized policy development process, the document is intended to support both new and tenured Commissioners in producing high- quality, actionable recommendations that are well-aligned with City priorities and capable of achieving necessary external buy-in. City of Austin | Economic Prosperity Commission Impact Framework and Procedural Guidance January 21st, 2026 Table of Contents I. Context & Purpose of Document II. Scope of Recommendations III. North Star Metric Definition IV. V. VI. VII. VIII. Communications and Representation Guidelines Impact Assessment Framework Phased Policy Development Workflow Policy Recommendation Template Example Policy Recommendation City of Austin | Economic Prosperity Commission Impact Framework and Procedural Guidance January 21st, 2026 I. Context & Purpose of Document Situational Context: The Economic Prosperity Commission has benefited from the addition of new Commissioners that bring fresh perspectives and expertise. However, newer Commissioners have at times expressed difficulty orienting to the Commission’s core goals, the metrics that define Commission success, and the practical mechanics of forming an initial idea into a well-formed, Council-ready policy recommendation. Historically, the Commission has been unclear on how policy potential is assessed, how Commission success is measured, and how both internal and external policy alignment are achieved. Document Purpose: The purpose of this document is to provide a shared operating context for Commissioners. The document attempts to establish a clear North Star Metric for defining Commission output and success, and it lays out a standardized process for policy development, including a structured rubric for assessing the potential impact, feasibility, and readiness of policy initiatives. The intent is to improve clarity, consistency, and effectiveness across Commission work, while supporting Commissioners in their efforts to produce high-quality, actionable recommendations for City Council and adhering to Commission bylaws. City of Austin | Economic Prosperity Commission Impact Framework and Procedural Guidance January 21st, 2026 II. Scope of Recommendations The Economic Prosperity Commission may advance …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR’S COMMITTEE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2026, AT 5:30PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 1101 301 W 2nd STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch- atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either 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. To register to speak remotely, contact Nekaybaw Watson, Nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov, 512-974-2562. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Conor Kelly, Chair Lisa Chang, Vice Chair Gabriel Arellano DeLawnia Comer-HaGans Elizabeth Slade Audrea Diaz Mickey Fetonte Lynn Murphy Alejandro San Martin Kristen Vassallo CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA The first ten speakers signed up prior to 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 Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities regular meeting on February 13, 2026. STAFF BRIEFING 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding an update on the Levers of Economic Mobility. Presentation by Gary Aaron, Business Process Consultant Sr., Austin Equity and Inclusion, and Shivani Datar, Business Process Specialist, Austin Equity and Inclusion. Staff briefing regarding the Camancho Activity Center’s accessibility and guided group programs. Presentation by Ryan Eaker, Nature Based Programs Supervisor, Austin Parks and Recreation and Athan Bernal, Nature Based Program Manager, Austin Parks and Recreation. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Presentation from Clear the Air ATX regarding the impact of Long COVID on the disability community, and ways the Mayor’s Committee for people with Disabilities can support Long COVID awareness efforts. Presentation by Katie Drackert, Founder, Clear the Air ATX, Naveen Farrani, Member, Clear the Air ATX and Michael Brode, UT Post COVID Clinic Medical Director, University of Texas. Update from the Joint Inclusion Committee representative regarding the budget priorities that the commission could consider. 5. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Approve a Budget Recommendation to Council regarding far Southeast library branch site selection. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 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 …
MAYOR’S COMMITTEE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES REGULAR MEETING MINUTES FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2026 The Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities convened in a regular meeting on Friday, February 13, 2026, at 301 W 2nd St. in Austin, Texas. Chair Kelly called the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities meeting to order at 5:33 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Conor Kelly, Chair Gabriel Arellano Lisa Chang Alejandro “Alex” San Martin Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Delawnia Comer-HaGans Audrea Diaz Lynn Murphy Elizabeth Slade Kristen Vassallo Commissioners Absent: Mickey Fetonte PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities Regular Meeting on January 9, 2026. The motion to approve the minutes of the January 9, 2026, regular meeting of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities was approved on Chair Kelly’s motion, 1 Commissioner Vassallo’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioner Chang was off the dais. Commissioner Fetonte was absent. STAFF BRIEFING 2. Staff briefing regarding advancing ADA Compliance and Austin Energy and Inclusion updates. Presentation by Megan Dere, American Disability Act Administrator, Austin Equity and Inclusion. Presentation given by Shafina Khaki, Human Rights Officer, Austin Equity and Inclusion and Megan Dere, American Disability Act Administrator, Austin Equity and Inclusion. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Discussion of remembrance of Bob Kafka, co-founder of ADAPT. Discussion was held. 4. Update from Joint Inclusion Committee representative regarding the budget priorities that the commission could consider. Update given by Commissioner Chang. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Approve a list of legislative priorities for the federal and state government. Withdrawn. 6. Approve a Budget Recommendation to Council regarding Elisabet Ney Museum Accessible Restroom Facility. The motion to approve a Recommendation to Council regarding the Elisabet Ney Museum Accessible Restroom Facility was approved on Chair Kelly’s motion, Commissioner San Martin’s second on a 9-0 vote. Commissioner Fetonte was absent. 7. Approve a Budget Recommendation to Council regarding AWEbility Festival. The motion to approve a Recommendation to Council regarding the AWEbility Festival was approved as amended by Commissioner Arrellano on Chair Kelly’s motion, Commissioner Chang’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioner Diaz was off dais. Commissioner Fetonte was absent. The amendment was to insert “Whereas, the AWEbility Festival is seeking funding for the following items the festival venue, accessibility services including ASL interpreters and mobility access, marketing materials, insurance, venue stage, operations including a program manager, and compensation for the festival coordinator.” …
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities Date: March 13, 2026 Recommendation Number 20260313-006 Subject: Budget Recommendation to the City Council Regarding Far Southeast Library Branch Site Selection Motioned By: Seconded By: WHEREAS, the current Southeast Branch Library is undersized for community demand. The need for a full- service Far Southeast Branch Library is grounded first and foremost in (1) long-standing neighborhood need, (2) obligations to historically underserved residents, and (3) the necessity of accessible, community- serving infrastructure where families already live; WHEREAS, for people with disabilities, libraries are essential access infrastructure—providing assistive technology, inclusive programming, safe indoor space, and digital connectivity. A Far Southeast Branch must be planned with accessibility from the beginning, which requires immediate investment in site selection and predevelopment; and WHEREAS, funding site selection and predevelopment is needed so the community can begin shared investment and fundraising. WHEREAS, the new library should have digital accessibility and assistive technology including computers with screen readers; accessible printers and adaptive equipment; and free internet access for households without reliable service. WHEREAS, the new library should be a safe, climate-controlled public space that can serve as a cooling center; provide a safe daytime space; and serve as a refuge for medically vulnerable residents. WHEREAS, the new library should have inclusive learning and programming including sensory-friendly story times; accessible teen spaces; adult literacy and lifelong learning; and community classes without cost barriers. WHEREAS, the new library should encourage employment and independence through job applications and workforce training; benefits navigation; and quiet, inclusive workspaces. WHEREAS, the new library should encourage social connection and community belonging. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities encourages the Austin City Council to allocate $500,000 for site selection and predevelopment of the Far Southeast Branch Library. The $500,000 should include digital access and assistive technology; safe, climate- controlled public space; inclusive learning and programming; and social connection and community belonging. Date of Approval: Vote Count: For: Against: Attest:
Economic Mobility Austin Equity & Inclusion Our Time Together • Economic Mobility Overview • Quality-of-Life Studies: Key Connections • Building the Economic Mobility Index • Turning the Index Into Action • Upcoming Event 2 What Drives Economic Mobility Economic mobility is shaped by our systems, policies, and investments — not just individual effort. Mobility includes building wealth and long-term stability for future generations. Education, health, housing, childcare, and strong social conditions enable families to thrive. In Austin, persistent disparities limit opportunities, but a person’s future shouldn’t be determined by their neighborhood or systemic barriers. Beyond Wages Quality of Life We Shape Systems 3 Quality-of-Life Studies: Key Connections High-Level Themes Financial Progress & Economic Outcomes • Deeply affordable housing • • Utility assistance and energy relief Job pipelines and employment access programs Quality of Life & Well-Being • Pop-up clinics in high-need areas • Culturally competent healthcare training • Inclusive planning processes for older adults Opportunities & Access Teen job search portal • • Strengthen multilingual outreach • Partnerships with schools, nonprofits, and public agencies Families, Communities, & Systems • Neighborhood safety audits • Greening and beautification initiatives • Strengthen family-support systems through childcare access and wraparound services 4 Definition Economic mobility addresses systems to improve unfair conditions that influence whether individuals, families, and communities can prosper over time and across generations. It means access to opportunities and resources needed for basic needs, financial security, and a dignified, high quality of life — regardless of race, place, gender, or ability. 5 Economic Mobility Index Human-centered, place-based tool for understanding conditions that shape residents’ ability to thrive in Austin. Visualizes neighborhood- level disparities as defined by economic mobility. Focuses on underlying conditions to guide service delivery and decision- making using data and community insights. Provides a common lens to support coordination, planning, and shared outcomes—without replacing existing tools. 6 Our Approach: Identifying Levers National Frameworks & Local Tools • Drivers of Poverty • Social Vulnerable Index • Justice 40 • Neighborhood Prosperity Dashboard etc. Hybrid Engagement Process • Quality of Life Studies • CoA Commissions • Internal & External Stakeholders • Every Texan Peer Cities Review 10 cities similar in: • State • Size • Demographics • Product CoA Levers of Economic Mobility • 3 Themes • 6 Sub-themes • 18 Levers of Economic Mobility 7 Building the Index Together Early childhood foundations shape mobility • Indicator: Enrollment in early education (public) …
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE AFRICAN AMERICAN RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2026, AT 5:30 PM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER ROOM 1406 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the African American Resource Advisory Commission 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 either 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. To register to speak remotely, contact Nekaybaw Watson, 512-974-2562, nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Daryl Horton, Chair Alexandria Anderson Sophia Dozier Kyron Hayes Nelson Linder Justin Parsons Mueni Rudd Emmy Weisberg AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Dr. Chiquita Eugene, Vice Chair Roger Davis Joi Harden Antony Jackson Kenneth Loyde Antonio Ross Greg Smith The first ten speakers signed up prior to 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 regular meeting on February 3, 2026. STAFF BRIEFING 2. Update from Austin Equity and Inclusion regarding the Levers of Economic Mobility Index. Presentation by Gary Aaron, Business Process Consultant Sr., Austin Equity and Inclusion, and Shivani Datar, Business Process Specialist, Austin Equity and Inclusion. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Presentation from Mama Sana Vibrant Woman regarding the FY 2026-2027 budget recommendations. Presentation by Cherelle VanBrakle, Co-Executive Director of Development, Mama Sana Vibrant Woman. 4. Presentation from the Paramount Theater regarding the renovations and preservation of the African American history in the theater. Presentation by Maica Jordan, Chief Development Officer, Paramount and State Theaters. 5. Discussion and update regarding the Social Services Framework presented at last JIC meeting. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding the support and funding of American Gateways in the FY 2026- 2027 Budget 7. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding the support and funding of the Career, Research, Learning and Development Institute (CARLDI) in the FY 2026-2027 budget. 8. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding the funding for social services in the FY 2026- 2027 Budget. 9. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding the support and funding for Mama Sana Vibrant Woman in the FY 2026-2027 Budget. 10. Approve …
AFRICAN AMERICAN RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2026 The African American Resource Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at the Permitting and Development Center Room 1406. Chair Horton called the African American Resource Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 5:41 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Daryl Horton, Chair Dr. Chiquita Eugene, Vice Chair Alexandria Anderson Roger Davis Sophia Dozier Justin Parsons Emmy Weisberg Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Joi Harden Kyron Hayes Antony Jackson Mueni Rudd Greg Smith Commissioners Absent: Nelson Linder Kenneth Loyde Antonio Ross PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Cherelle VanBrakle – Mama Sana Vibrant Woman 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the African American Resource Advisory Commission regular meeting on January 6, 2026. The minutes from the meeting of January 6, 2026, were approved on Commissioner Parsons’ motion, Commissioner Davis’ second on a 10-0 vote. Vice Chair Eugene and Commissioner Rudd were off the dais. Commissioners Linder, Loyde, and Ross were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. Presentation by American Gateways regarding successes with the City of Austin and a request for the prioritization of immigration funding in the FY26-27 budget. Presentation by Rebecca Lightsey, Co-Executive Director, American Gateways. The presentation was made by Rebecca Lightsey, Co-Executive Director, American Gateways. Presentation by Communities in School of Central Texas regarding the outcomes and data from the recent Harvard Education Redesign economic mobility study. Presentation given by Sharon Vigil, Chief Executive Officer, Communities in School of Central Texas. The presentation was made by Sharon Vigil, Chief Executive Officer, Communities in School of Central Texas. Discussion regarding updates on the progress of the Election Mobilization Project. Update was given by Vice Chair Eugene. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 5. Update from the Budget Working Group regarding their first planning meeting. Update was given by Commissioners Anderson, Dozier and Parsons. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Discussion on detention and immigration for Black Austinites Create a WG for Election Mobilization Project Update on Mission Accomplished for finding a space. Chief Davis to give an update on APD’s relationship to ICE and the African American Austinites crime rate. Full presentation from Mama Sana Vibrant Woman Presentation from Community Powered ATX to speak on immigration and ICE. The motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:22 p.m. was approved on Vice Chair Eugene’s motion, Commissioner Smith’s second without objection. 2
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL African American Resource Advisory Commission Recommendation Number: 20260312-010: Support and funding of a Multicultural STEM Symposium in the FY 2026-2027 Budget. Date of Approval: Description of Recommendation to Council: Subject: Recommendation on the FY 2027 Budget related to Austin Multicultural STEM Symposium Recommendation To Council: WHEREAS, the City of Austin has experienced sustained economic growth driven in part by the expansion of the technology sector, supported through public incentives, tax benefits, and partnerships intended to strengthen the local economy and workforce; and WHEREAS, this growth has coincided with significant gentrification pressures that have disproportionately impacted marginalized communities, particularly Black residents, resulting in displacement and migration to the outer edges of the city; and WHEREAS, Black residents in Austin remain underrepresented in the technology workforce relative to the City’s overall population and continue to face historic barriers to STEM education access, workforce pipelines, and capital investment; and WHEREAS, while economic development efforts have focused on attracting and retaining technology companies, many communities lack early exposure, culturally relevant engagement, and structured pathways into STEM and technology related careers; and WHEREAS, early, age appropriate exposure to STEM learning and diverse career role models is a critical factor in building long term educational, economic, and workforce equity; and WHEREAS, Mayor Kirk Watson’s Gen ATX initiative prioritizes making Austin the best place to be a kid, with pillars centered on healthy kids, safe kids, and happy and successful kids, including fostering a sense of belonging and access to opportunity; and WHEREAS, inclusive, community rooted STEM programming directly supports these goals by connecting youth and families to educational resources, career pathways, and local employers in trusted and accessible environments; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Austin allocate $250,000 in the FY 2027 budget directly to the Office of Equity and Inclusion for the sole purpose of planning, convening, and executing the inaugural Austin Multicultural STEM Symposium as a city sponsored, publicly accessible initiative advancing equitable access to STEM pathways; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Office of Equity and Inclusion establish and lead a cross departmental working group responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of the Austin Multicultural STEM Symposium, including program design, nonprofit coordination, corporate engagement, logistics, outreach, community engagement, and evaluation, to ensure clear accountability and measurable impact; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Office of Equity and Inclusion formally partner with Universal Tech Movement, under …
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL African American Resource Advisory Commission Recommendation Number: 20260312-011: Support and funding for Voting Accessibility in the FY 2026-2027 Budget. Date of Approval: Description of Recommendation to Council: Subject: Recommendation on the FY 2027 Budget related to Voting Accessibility Recommendation To Council: WHEREAS, civic participation through voting is a foundational element of United States democracy and a critical component of community trust, representation, and collective decision- making; and WHEREAS, voter turnout data in Travis County indicates that even in high-participation elections, a significant portion of eligible voters do not cast ballots, with participation rates commonly ranging between approximately 50 and 60 percent, signaling persistent barriers to access rather than lack of civic interest; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin and Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority (CapMetro) have previously partnered to offer free public transit on Election Day to reduce transportation barriers for voters; and WHEREAS, many residents—particularly those working hourly, shift-based, frontline, or service- sector roles—rely on early voting periods to participate in elections due to limited schedule flexibility, caregiving responsibilities, disability considerations, and financial constraints; and WHEREAS, limiting free transit access to a single Election Day does not equitably serve voters who depend on early voting opportunities but may lack reliable or affordable transportation during those periods; and WHEREAS, extending free public transit to include all city-observed early voting days would meaningfully expand access, reduce cost and time barriers, and provide voters with the flexibility needed to participate in the democratic process; and WHEREAS, a defining characteristic of Austin is its commitment to community-centered solutions and partnerships with trusted local institutions that strengthen civic life and democratic participation; and WHEREAS, trusted community institutions such as churches, nonprofit organizations, and neighborhood-based groups often maintain existing transportation resources, including buses and vans, and have established relationships that allow them to support community members in safe, coordinated, and familiar ways; and WHEREAS, structured, organization-led transportation support on official Election Day can address last-mile and same-day accessibility challenges while providing meaningful opportunities for community partners to engage directly in supporting democratic participation; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Austin support and explore a partnership with CapMetro to extend free public transit access beyond Election Day to include all city- observed early voting periods and official voting hours, ensuring equitable transportation access for residents who rely on early voting opportunities; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this expanded public transit access …
Social Services Framework Joint Inclusion Committee - February 26, 2026 Kerri Lang - Director, Austin Budget & Organizational Excellence Daniel Culotta - Assistant Director, Austin Budget & Organizational Excellence Agenda ▪ Context and Drivers ▪ Approach ▪ Input and Feedback ▪ Next Steps and Timelines ▪ Q&A and Discussion 2 Context & Drivers Background ▪ Drivers: ▪ The FY27 planned budget included $16.8M reductions across social services contract portfolio to balance ▪ Rather than making across-the-board cuts, ABOE is taking a data-driven approach to understand what we fund, how it aligns with community needs, and where efficiencies may exist ▪ What We’re Asking of the JIC: ▪ Help us understand which service areas are most critical to the communities you represent ▪ Inform the City’s prioritization process within the social services portfolio ▪ Provide feedback on our engagement strategy 4 Definitions • Social Services: Social services are coordinated programs and supports that help individuals and families meet essential needs and navigate social and economic challenges. These can include services related to education, healthcare access, workforce development, housing assistance, and income supports, and are intended to reduce disparities and promote stability and quality of life. A social service grant provides services to City residents or clients, rather than services to the City organization itself. • Social Services Contract: Pays someone to do something on behalf of the City that we would otherwise have to do; contracts are more rigorous and subject to procurement policy / contract law (Example: funding to a vendor to operate a City-owned homeless shelter) • Social Services Grant: Value-add with nonprofits, but not mandatory or obligated. Shorter terms, less formal authorization (Example: funding to a not-for-profit to provide workforce development programs directly to the community) 5 City of Austin’s Social Services Landscape Contracts and Grants Service Category Lead Department FY26 Budget Service Description Homelessness Services Homeless Strategy and Ops $34.9M Child & Youth Public Health / Econ Dev. $9.2M Basic Needs Public Health Crisis Response and Rehab Community Court and Public Health Behavioral Health Public Health Health Equity Public Health Workforce Development Economic Development Violence Prevention Public Health HIV Services Public Health Community Planning Public Health $5.8M $10.5M $4.3M $3.5M $2.7M $2.4M $580K $359K TOTAL $74.2M Emergency Shelter Ops, Marshaling Yard, Rapid Rehousing After-school (Prime Time), Early Childhood, Youth Development Food Access, Utility & Rent Assistance, Survivor Support Community Court Diversion, Homeless Case Management Mental Health and …
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL African American Resource Advisory Commission Recommendation Number: 20260312-006: Support of American Gateways in the FY 2026-2027 Budget Date of Approval: Fund American Gateways at their Full Year 2026 request of $750,000 total ($570,000 core + $150,000 supplemental). Description of Recommendation to Council: We recommend the City Council maintain American Gateways’ funding at current levels. A cut could result in the loss of a staff member and significantly reduce capacity to meet the community’s growing need for immigration legal services. Currently, American Gateways receives more than 100 requests per week from individuals and families seeking legal guidance, support, and advocacy. American Gateways is one of the only organizations in the region providing immigration legal services grounded in a pro se (self-help) model, with additional support including "Know Your Rights" sessions and family planning services. They deliver critical legal and educational support that ensures immigrants, particularly those most at risk, including Black immigrants, can safely navigate the immigration system. Rationale: ● Crucial, Irreplaceable Services: American Gateways is one of the only providers in Austin offering free and low-cost immigration legal services to vulnerable populations. ● High Demand: Weekly requests for help exceed 100, showing the overwhelming demand for legal advocacy and information. ● Disproportionate Impact on Black Immigrants: Black immigrants face compounded barriers due to racial and immigration enforcement systems. Funding American Gateways helps mitigate these harms. ● Proactive, Scalable Approach: Their hybrid model—offering both direct services and legal education—maximizes reach and efficiency. Alignment with AARAC Mission/Vision/Values: This funding directly supports AARAC’s mission to advance racial equity in Austin by preserving essential services for immigrant communities, particularly Black immigrants. American Gateways provides culturally responsive, community-driven legal support that aligns with AARAC’s vision of justice, empowerment, and sustained local oversight. Defunding would compromise immigrant safety and contradict our shared values of equity, access, and accountability. Seconded By: Motioned By: Vote: For: Against: Abstain: Off the dais: Absent: Attest: __________________________________
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL African American Resource Advisory Commission Recommendation Number: 20260312-007: Support the Career, Research, Learning and Development Institute in the FY 2026-2027 Budget. Date of Approval: Recommendation: Fund CARLDI full year ask of $190,000 Description of Recommendation to Council: The African American Resource Advisory Commission strongly urges the Austin City Council to include new, dedicated funding in the FY 2026–2027 budget to fully support the annual operating expenses of Career, Research, Learning and Development Institute (CARLDI). This sustained investment is essential to advancing equity for African Immigrant seniors in Austin. Without reliable funding, critical services that reduce social isolation, improve physical and mental health outcomes, and address longstanding economic disparities are placed at risk. CARLDI provides more than programming; it fosters belonging, dignity, and intergenerational connection. Investing in this organization ensures that seniors will unlock the skills needed to actively integrate, their lived experiences are recognized as community assets and will strengthen families and neighborhoods across Austin. This funding represents a tangible commitment to health equity, cultural preservation, and the well-being of a newly elderly population of our city. Rationale: ● ESL and Citizenship Education ○ Understand and navigate U.S. systems. Improve English language use, financial literacy and digital skills. ● Health Education ○ Access health care and public benefits such as CAN, CPR, etc ● Employment Opportunities ○ Re-enter the workforce or contribute through mentoring and community leadership. ● Mental and Physical Wellbeing ○ Build social connections that reduce isolation and improve well-being. Alignment with AARAC Mission/Vision/Values: This funding directly supports AARAC’s mission to advance racial equity in Austin by preserving essential services for immigrant communities, particularly Black immigrants. CARLDI’s work directly advances AARAC’s advisory priorities of equitable aging and economic inclusion by expanding access to culturally responsive programs and services for Austin’s rapidly growing Black immigrant community. Seconded By: Motioned By: Vote: For: Against: Abstain: Off the dais: Absent: Attest: __________________________________
