REGULAR MEETING of the MBE/WBE and Small Business Enterprise Procurement Program Advisory Committee Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 5:30 pm City of Austin Permit and Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive – Room 2002 Austin, Texas 78752 Some members of this MBE/WBE Advisory Committee may be participating by videoconference. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION GUIDELINES The public will be allowed to speak at the Advisory Committee meeting remotely by phone or in-person at the address listed above. To participate remotely, speakers must register in advance with the board liaison before the registration deadline. Public Communication: General The first 10 speakers will be allowed to speak on any topic that is not posted on the agenda. The Committee Chair will call upon speakers at the beginning of the meeting. A person may not speak at general communication more often than once out of every three regularly scheduled committee meetings. Public Comment on Agenda Items Members of the public may speak on any item posted to the agenda. Speakers will be called upon when this agenda item is taken up by the Committee Chair. How to Register to Speak Remotely All speakers are required to register for remote participation. Registered speakers will be allowed 3 minutes to speak by telephone only. The deadline for registering is 12:00pm on the day before the meeting. To register to speak, email the board liaison, Nakia James at nakia.james@austintexas.gov before the deadline. Once registration closes, the board liaison will send all speakers an email to confirm registration, provide instructions on speaking at the meeting, and the number to call in on the day of the meeting. How to Sign-Up to Speak In-Person Speakers that would like to address the committee in person will be allowed to sign up until 15 minutes before the start of the meeting. Speakers will be allowed 3 minutes to speak. 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 you require Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please contact Nakia James at (512) 974-9108 or nakia.james@austintexas.gov for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the MBE/WBE and Small Business Procurement Program Advisory Committee, contact Nakia James at (512) 974-9108 …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 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) David Fouts (District 2) Lonny Stern (District 3) Andrew Cortes (District 4) Christian Tschoepe (District 6) Taylor Major (District 9) Staff Liaison: Ella Garcia, 512-978-0821 Attorney: Steve 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, June 2, 2026. PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. Zoning: Location: C14-2026-0009 - 11819 IH-35 Zoning - 7.71 acres; District 5 11809, 11809 ½, & 11819 South Interstate Highway-35 Service Road Northbound, Onion Creek Watershed Owner/Applicant: Protestant Episcopal Church Council of the Diocese of Texas (Michael Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Hilfinger) H.D. Brown Consulting, LLC (Amanda Brown) I-SF-2 to GR-MU-CO Recommended Sherri Sirwaitis, 512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov Austin Planning 3. Zoning: Location: C14-2026-0025 - 11819 IH-35 Zoning - 1.9 acres; District 5 11819 & 11819 ½ South Interstate Highway-35 Service Road Northbound, Onion Creek Watershed Owner/Applicant: Protestant Episcopal Church Council of the Diocese of Texas (Michael Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Hilfinger) H.D. Brown Consulting, LLC (Amanda Brown) Unzoned to GR-MU-CO Recommended Sherri Sirwaitis, 512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov Austin Planning Staff Liaison: Ella Garcia, 512-978-0821 Attorney: Steve Maddoux, 512-974-6080 Page 2 of 6 …
SPEAKER REGISTRATION All participants wishing to address the commission must register to speak. Public participation is available by teleconference or in-person. Presentations and handouts are requested to be e- mailed by 1:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. TELECONFERNCE REGISTRATION Registration for participation by teleconference closes at 2:00 p.m., the day of the meeting. Teleconference code and additional information to be provided after the closing of the teleconference registration period. IN-PERSON REGISTRATION While in-person registrants are encouraged to register in advance of the meeting, in-person registration closes at 5:30 p.m., the day of the meeting. Please scan the QR code below with a mobile device or click on the link below. Mobile devices will also be available at the meeting for public use for the purpose of speaker registration. SPEAKER DONATION OF TIME For discussion cases, speaker donation of time is an available option for in-person participants. Both the registered speaker donating time and the speaker recipient must be present when the public hearing is conducted. See chart below regarding speaker time allotments. SPEAKING ORDER The speaking order is determined by the order in which individuals register to speak and is conducted on a first-come, first-served basis. If multiple speakers register as the Primary Speaker, the first to register is allotted the additional speaking time. Participants who are part of a group or organization and wish to request a specific speaking order must contact Ella Garcia, Staff Liaison, at LandUseLiaison@austintexas.gov or 512-978-0821 as soon as possible, and no later than 2:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Click on the link below or scan the QR code and submit the form to register to speak. Speakers should submit a separate registration form for each item of interest. https://forms.office.com/g/Ash1EsNFf4 SPEAKER TESTIMONY TIME ALLOCATION PUBLIC HEARING Speaker Number Time Allocated Total Time Allocated Applicant/Agent or primary speaker in favor Primary speaker in opposition 1 1 6 minutes 12 minutes (with donated time, including 3-minute rebuttal) 6 minutes 9 minutes (with donated time) All other speakers in favor or opposition Unlimited 3 minutes 6 minutes (with donated time) All speakers are allowed three (3) minutes of donated time from a speaker present during the Public Hearing.
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-2026-0009 - 11819 IH-35 Zoning – 7.71 acres DISTRICT: 5 ADDRESS: 11819, 11809 and 11809 1/2 S Interstate Highway-35 Service Road Northbound ZONING FROM: I-SF-2 SITE AREA: 7.71 acres TO: CS-MU-CO GR-MU-CO PROPERTY OWNER: Protestant Episcopal Church Council of the Diocese of Texas (Michael Hilfinger, Director of Real Estate and Facilities) APPLICANT/AGENT: HD Brown Consulting, LLC (Amanda C. Brown) CASE MANAGER: Sherri Sirwaitis (512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMEDATION: The staff recommends GR-MU-CO, Community Commercial-Mixed Use-Conditional Overlay Combining District, zoning. The conditional overlay will prohibit the following uses on the property: Automotive rentals, Automotive sales, Bail bond services, Commercial off-street parking, Drop-off recycling collection facility, Exterminating services, Indoor entertainment, Outdoor entertainment, Pawn shop services and Urban farm. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: June 16, 2026 CITY COUNCIL ACTION: ORDINANCE NUMBER: 02 C14-2026-0009 - 11819 IH-35 Zoning - 7.71 acres; District 51 of 11 C14-2026-0009 ISSUES: N/A CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: 2 The property under consideration is 7.71 acre undeveloped lot that takes access to the Interstate Highway-35 Northbound Service Road. This tract of land was granted an Interim-SF-2 designation when it was annexed by the city in 2014. The lots to the north, south and east have multifamily zoning (MF-2-CO and MF-4 respectively). To the west there is a religious assembly use (St. Alban’s Episcopal Church) that is located in the county and ROW/Interstate Highway-35. The applicant is requesting to establish permanent commercial-mixed use zoning to develop a retail use/service station at this location (please see Applicant's Request Letter - Exhibit C). The staff is recommending Community Commercial-Mixed Use-Conditional Overlay Combining District zoning as the property backs up to a multifamily development and will have a secondary access to Mayall Trail, a level 1/Residential designated street. The proposed GR-MU-CO zoning is consistent with planning principles as this site takes its primary access to the IH-35 frontage road and will provide services to the surrounding residential developments and the community at large. The applicant has proposed a conditional overlay to prohibit the more intensive commercial uses as the planned retail development will be adjacent to multifamily residential uses. The applicant agrees with the staff’s recommendation. BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION: 1. The proposed zoning should be consistent with the purpose statement of the district sought. Community Commercial district is intended for office and commercial uses serving neighborhood and community needs, including both unified shopping centers and individually developed commercial …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-2026-0009 – 11819 IH-35 Zoning – 1.9 acres DISTRICT: 5 ADDRESS: 11819 and 11819 ½ South Interstate Highway-35 Service Road Northbound ZONING FROM: Unzoned TO: CS-MU-CO GR-MU-CO SITE AREA: 1.90 acres PROPERTY OWNER: Protestant Episcopal Church Council of the Diocese of Texas (Michael Hilfinger, Director of Real Estate and Facilities) APPLICANT/AGENT: HD Brown Consulting, LLC (Amanda C. Brown) CASE MANAGER: Sherri Sirwaitis (512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMEDATION: Staff recommends GR-MU-CO, Community Commercial-Mixed Use-Conditional Overlay Combining District, zoning. The conditional overlay will prohibit the following uses on the property: Automotive rentals, Automotive sales, Bail bond services, Commercial off-street parking, Drop-off recycling collection facility, Exterminating services, Indoor entertainment, Outdoor entertainment, Pawn shop services and Urban farm. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: June 16, 2026 CITY COUNCIL ACTION: ORDINANCE NUMBER: 03 C14-2026-0025 - 11819 IH-35 Zoning - 1.9 acres; District 51 of 11 C14-2026-0025 ISSUES: 2 There is an associated annexation request for this property, case C7a-2026-0002, in review by the Jurisdictional Matters Division. The annexation case will be heard in conjunction with the zoning application at City Council. CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The site in question is a 1.9 acre undeveloped lot that is part of a larger tract that takes access to the Interstate Highway-35 Northbound Service Road. The lots to the north, south and east have multifamily zoning (MF-2-CO and MF-4 respectively). To the west there is a religious assembly use (St. Alban’s Episcopal Church) that is located in the county/ETJ and Interstate Highway-35. The applicant is requesting to annex this site into the city and to establish permanent zoning to permit a convenience store/gas station development at this location (please see Applicant's Request Letter - Exhibit C). The staff is recommending Community Commercial-Mixed Use-Conditional Overlay Combining District zoning as the property backs up to a multifamily development and will have a secondary access to a level 1/Residential designated street, Mayall Trail. GR-MU-CO zoning is appropriate at this location as this site takes primary access to the IH-35 frontage road and will provide services to the surrounding neighborhood and the community at large. The applicant has proposed a conditional overlay to prohibit the more intensive commercial uses as the proposed retail development will be adjacent to higher intensity residential uses. The applicant agrees with the staff’s recommendation. BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION: 1. The proposed zoning should be consistent with the purpose statement of the district sought. …
MICHELE ROGERSON LYNCH 512.404.2251 mlynch@mwswtexas.com Via Online Submittal June 4, 2026 Andrea Bates, Interim Director of Planning City of Austin Planning Department 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive Austin, Texas 78752 Re: Request for Indefinite Postponement for Case No. C14-2024-0092 located at 2206 Allred Drive, Austin, Texas 78748 (the “Property”) Dear Ms. Bates: On behalf of the owner of the Property, and as their designated agent, I respectfully request an indefinite postponement of the above-referenced zoning case from the June 16, 2026, Zoning and Platting Commission agenda. We continue to work collaboratively with City staff and the surrounding neighbors to address ongoing matters related to the proposed request and therefore need additional time. Please feel free to contact me directly if you have any questions or require additional information. Yours truly, Michele Rogerson Lynch METCALFE WOLFF STUART & WILLIAMS, LLP 221 W. 6th Street ·Suite 1300 ·Austin, Texas 78701 ·512.404.2200 · (Fax) 512.404.2245 www.mwswtexas.com 04 C14-2024-0092 - Allred, Riddle, and W. Slaughter; District 51 of 1
ZONING & PLATTING COMMISSION SITE PLAN EXTENSION REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: SPC-01-0456C(XT3) ZAP HEARING DATE: June 16, 2026 PROJECT NAME: St. Michael’s Episcopal Church – Extension III ADDRESS OF SITE: 1500 N. Capital of Texas Highway SB COUNCIL DISTRICT: 10 NEIGHBORHOOD PLANNING AREA: N/A WATERSHED: Lake Austin and Bee Creek JURISDICTION: Full-Purpose APPLICANT/ OWNER: St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, John Newton 1500 N. Capital of Texas Highway SB Austin, TX 78746 AGENT: Drenner Group, Amanda Swor 2705 Bee Cave Road, Suite 100 Austin, TX 78664 (512) 327-1474 (512) 807-2904 CASE MANAGER: Heather Chaffin (512) 974-2140 Heather.Chaffin@austintexas.gov PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: The applicant is requesting a 10-year extension to a previously approved site plan. Construction has completed or begun on all phases of development except for what is indicated in blue on Exhibit B – Built and Unbuilt Exhibit. Future phases to be constructed include parking, one driveway, an education building, a chapel expansion, a plaza and related features (sidewalks, landscaping, etc.) All other utilities, driveways, drainage and water quality features have been constructed. PROJECT BACKGROUND: This site plan was originally approved on April 16, 2002, and included a 10-year project life for the master planned project, until April 16, 2012. In December 2012, City Council approved a Managed Growth Agreement that extended the site plan expiration date from April 16, 2012 until December 6, 2027 (City File # SPC-01-0456C(XT2).MGA). Please see Exhibits D – Applicant’s Summary Letter and E – Managed Growth Agreement Ordinance. SUMMARY STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval to extend this site plan permit by ten years, from December 6, 2027, to December 6, 2037, based on the case meeting criteria from LDC Section 25-5-62(C)(1)(a). 25-5-63(C) Extension of released site plan by the Land Use Commission: “the Land Use Commission may extend the expiration date of a released site plan beyond the date established by this chapter if the Land Use Commission determines that the request complies with the requirements for extension by the director under 25-5-62 (Extension of Released Site Plan by Director).” 25-5-62(C) The director may extend the expiration date of a released administrative site plan one time for a period of one year if the director determines that there is good cause for the requested extension; and: 05 SPC-01-0456C(XT3) - St. Michael's Episcopal Church - Extension III; District 101 of 16 (1) the director determines that: a) the site plan substantially complies with the requirements that apply to …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HIV PLANNING COUNCIL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING TUESDAY, JUNE 16TH, 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 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up no later than noon on 6/15/2026 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 April 21st, 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 Recruitment and Retention a. Membership recruitment workgroup 9. Interview of HIV Planning Council applicant a. Stephanie Eaton DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 10. Discussion and approval of HIV Planning Council applicant a. Stephanie Eaton COMMITTEE UPDATES 11. Care Strategies and Engagement Committee 12. Finance and Assessment Committee FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 13. 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 date. TTY users’ route through Relay Texas at 711. For More Information on the HIV Planning Council, please contact Rashana Raggs at (737)-825-1684.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE LGBTQ QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026 AT 6:30 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS & COMMISSIONS ROOM 1101 301 W 2ND ST. AUSTIN, TEXAS 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 Ryan Sperling at 512-974-3568 or ryan.sperling@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Commissioner Appointment Commissioner Kitty McLeod, Vice Chair (she/they) District 1 Mariana Krueger (she/her) Appointment District 9 KC Shepherd Coyne, Chair (they/he) District 2 Devan Daniel (he/him) District 10 Steven Rivas (he/him) District 3 Rocío Fierro-Pérez (she/her/ella) Mayor Brigitte Bandit (they/she) District 4 Morgan Davis (he/him) Jerry Joe Benson, Secretary (he/him) District 5 Randy Pituk (he/him) Asher Knutson (he/him) District 6 Marlon Johnson (he/him) J. Scott Neal (he/him) District 7 Anna Nguyen (she/her) Garry Brown District 8 Stakeholder Stakeholder Stakeholder Stakeholder AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 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 LGBTQ Quality of Life Advisory Commission regular meeting on May 20, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. Presentation regarding the impact of SB12 on the Austin Independent School District (AISD). Presentation by Edna Butts, Intergovernmental Relations Director, AISD. Presentation providing an update on SB12. Presentation by Ash Hall, Policy & Advocacy Strategist on LGBTQIA+ Rights, ACLU of Texas. Presentation by the SAFE Alliance regarding their closing and at-risk programs. Presentation by Dani Fletcher, Director of Communications and Marketing, SAFE Austin. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. 7. Approve a recommendation to Council regarding proclamation dates for the 2026 calendar year. Approve a recommendation to Council regarding SAFE Alliance – Eloise House funding. Approve the formation of a working group to create a recommendation on next steps for an LGBTQIA+ Cultural Center. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 8. 9. 10. Update from the Health Working Group on their first meeting, areas of focus, timeline, and goals. Update from the Budget Follow-Up Working Group regarding their first meeting, areas of focus, timeline, and goals. Update from the Community …
REGULAR MEETING of the ARTS COMMISSION June 15, 2026, at 6:00 PM Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001. 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the ARTS 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, call or email Jesús Varela at Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment (ACME), at jesus.varela@austintexas.gov or at 512-974-2444. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Gina Houston - Chair, Muna Hussaini - Vice Chair, Keyheira Keys, Monica Maldonado, Felipe Garza, Heidi Schmalbach, Kirtana Banskota, Bailey Pownall, Faiza Kracheni, Sharron B Anderson, Nagavalli Medicharla AGENDA CALL TO ORDER 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 Arts Commission Regular Meeting on May 18, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation by Dr. Claudia Zapata on the Artist in Residence Program offered by ACME and Transportation and Public Works (TPW) titled “Memorias Project 2026: An Immersive Art Experience Based on Austin's Mexican American Communities.” 3. Update on actions taken at the June 1st Art in Public Places Panel by Commissioner Schmalbach. 4. Update on actions taken at the May 20th Downtown Commission meeting by Commissioner Houston. 5. Explore a Special Called joint meeting with the Music Commission. 6. Discussion on organizations possibly receiving duplicate ACME awards. 7. Discussion on stipends amounts at City owned galleries. STAFF BRIEFINGS 8. Staff briefing regarding an update on the Hotel Occupancy Tax by Jesús Pantel, Cultural Funding Supervisor. 9. Staff briefing regarding update on the Cultural Arts Funding Programs by Jesús Pantel, Cultural Funding Supervisor. 10. Staff briefing regarding an update on the ACME Funding Programs by Laura Odegaard, Acting Division Manager, ACME. 11. Staff briefing regarding an update on Art in Public Places by Jaime Castillo, Art in Public Places Manager. 12. Staff briefing regarding an update on ACME Museums and Cultural Facilities by Marjorie Flanagan, Division Manager and Michelle Rojas, Acting …
Robert Mueller Municipal Airport [RMMA] Plan Implementation Advisory Commission Community Interest Announcement East 51st Street Project Open House City of Austin staff will host an open house for the community on Saturday, June 13, to present designs for the East 51st Street mobility project. Saturday, June 13 from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Austin Energy Headquarters at Mueller, Shudde Fath Hall 4815 Mueller Blvd., Austin, TX 78723 A quorum of RMMA Plan Implementation Advisory Commission members may be present. No action will be taken, and no Commission business will occur. For more information, please contact: Marrilee Archer 512-436-9554, cell Marrilee.archer@austintexas.gov
Robert Mueller Municipal Airport [RMMA] Plan Implementation Advisory Commission Community Interest Announcement Capital Metro Rapid Launch Event Celebration to launch full service on the two newest Rapid lines: Expo Center (837) and Pleasant Valley (800) Friday, June 12 at 10:00 am CapMetro Expo Park and Ride: 7001 Decker Lane, Austin, TX 78724 A quorum of RMMA Plan Implementation Advisory Commission members may be present. No action will be taken, and no Commission business will occur. For more information, please contact: Marrilee Archer 512-436-9554, cell Marrilee.archer@austintexas.gov
REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR’S COMMITTEE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 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: Lisa Chang, Vice-Chair Gabriel Arellano DeLawnia Comer-HaGans Lynn Murphy Alejandro San Martin Katie Simon Elizabeth Slade 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 April 10, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding the Austin Resilience Network. Presentation provided by James Redick, Director, Austin Emergency Management, Donny Cummings, Mass Care Coordinator, Austin Emergency Management and Natalie Lyell, Resilience and Partnership Manager, Austin Emergency Management. 3. Staff briefing regarding the Levers of Economic Mobility Index. Presentation provided by Gary Aaron, Business Process Consultant Sr, Austin Equity and Inclusion and Shivani Datar, Business Process Specialist, Austin Equity and Inclusion. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Discussion regarding the Annual Internal Review and Report. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. 7. Approve the election of Chair. Approve the election of Vice Chair. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding the Austin Resilience Network. 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 Nekaybaw Watson or nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. Austin City Clerk’s Office, 512-974-2562 at at For more information on the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities, please contact Nekaybaw …
MAYOR’S COMMITTEE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES REGULAR MEETING MINUTES FRIDAY, APRIL 10, 2026 The Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities convened in a regular meeting on Friday, April 10, 2026, at 301 W 2nd St. in Austin, Texas. Chair Kelly called the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities meeting to order at 5:36 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Conor Kelly, Chair Lisa Chang, Vice Chair Gabriel Arellano Alejandro “Alex” San Martin Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Delawnia Comer-HaGans Kristen Vassallo Commissioners Absent: Mickey Fetonte Lynn Murphy Elizabeth Slade PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Hasan Kaya – Introduction to the Committee Melinda Crockom – Disability Employment Awareness Month Poster Competition APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities Regular Meeting on March 13, 2026. The motion to approve the minutes of the March 13, 2026, regular meeting of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities was approved on Chair Kelly’s motion, 1 Commissioner San Martin’s second on a 6-0 vote. Commissioners Fetonte, Murphy, and Slade were absent. STAFF BRIEFING 2. Staff briefing from the Urban Design Division of Austin Planning regarding updates to the Great Streets program and accessibility improvements. Presentation given by Jill Amezcua, Principal Planner, Austin Planning. Presentation given by Jill Amezcua, Principal Planner, Austin Planning. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Presentation by Savvy Tech regarding PDF and online document accessibility. Presentation by Benjamin Chen, technical lead, AIMRobotics, Jaxsen Day, digital disability researcher, University of Texas, and Katherine Chen, CEO, AIMRobotics. Presentation given by Benjamin Chen, technical lead, AIMRobotics, Jaxsen Day, digital disability researchers, University of Texas, and Katherine Chen, CEO, AIMRobotics. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. Approve the election of Chair. The motion to approve Conor Kelly as Chair of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities was approved on Vice Chair Chang’s motion, Commissioner San Martin’s second on a 6-0 vote. Commissioners Fetonte, Murphy, and Slade were absent. 5. Approve the election of Vice Chair. The motion to elect Commissioner Chang as Vice Chair failed on Chair Kelly’s motion, Commissioner Vassallo’s second on a 4-2 vote. Chair Kelly and Commissioners Comer- HaGans, Chang, and Vassallo voted aye. Commissioners Arellano and San Martin voted nay. Commissioners Fetonte, Murphy, and Slade were absent. The motion to elect Commissioner San Martin as Vice Chair failed on Chair Kelly’s motion, Commissioner Chang’s second on a 2-4 vote. Commissioners Arellano and San Martin voted aye. Chair Kelly and Commissioners Comer-HaGans, Chang, …
Austin Resilience Network Austin Emergency Management | Mass Care Resilience Hub Pilot Program ▪ Austin City Council Resolution ▪ Community Advisory Committee ▪ 6 Focus Areas ▪ Physical Resilience Upgrades to 6 City facilities ▪ 6 Power Backups, 4 Solar & Battery Backups ▪ 6 Mission Ready Packages ▪ 2 Community Gardens ▪ 16 Total Pilot Facilities: recreation, health & neighborhood centers 2 Pilot Program Wrap Up What went well Challenges Opportunities • Community Collaboration • Defining Resilience • Relationship Based • Equity Focus • Community Expectations • Build on Existing Trust • Increased Preparedness • Facilities • Scalable & Flexible • Location Focused 3 Austin Resilience Network (ARN) A network of City and community resources that equitably empower individuals to prepare for, endure, and bounce back stronger from community-wide shocks, stressors, and emergencies. ▪ Collaborative & community led ▪ Complex solutions for complex disasters ▪ Framework for strategic partnerships ▪ Empower organizations & community members ▪ Interagency collaboration 4 ARN Operations: Coordination & Information Sharing Bridge between community-based organizations and government agencies Promote real-time, 2-way information sharing Consolidate & organize information Connect unmet needs with existing resources 5 2025 Network Utilization: May Microburst 6 Who can be a Partner? Any organization willing to collaborate in a synchronized effort towards emergency preparedness, response, and recovery. • Trusted sources of information • Active responders during emergencies • Involved with the community • Engaged in disaster resilience • Provide goods or services to those in need Animal Welfare Sheltering Laundry Networks of organizations Tax Assistance Elder Care Mental Health Support Faith-based organizations Clothing Debris Removal Food Prep & Distribution Healthcare Navigation 7 Process Benefits Metrics 1. Outreach Mass Care Hotline • ARN Partnership Application • Exploratory Meetings • Operational Visits 2. Partnership • Sign an Agreement 3. Database • Dynamic and Real-time Information Information Sharing & Communication Resource Sharing Training 84 Signed ARN Partnership Agreements 70+ Organizations in Active Outreach 17 Operational Visits 8 9 Thank You Austin Emergency Management | May 2026
WATER AND WASTEWATER COMMISSION BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2026 – 3:00 P.M. AUSTIN WATER HEADQUARTERS WALLER CREEK CENTER 625 E 10TH STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Water and Wastewater Commission Budget Committee 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 Vicky Addie, 512-972-0332, vicky.addie@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BUDGET COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Marcela Tunon, Chair (District 9) Shwetha Pandurangi (District 6) Chris Maxwell-Gaines, Vice Chair (District 8) Evan Wolstencroft (District 5) CALL TO ORDER AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Speakers signed up to speak at 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. Approval of minutes from the May 8, 2026 Water and Wastewater Commission Budget Committee meeting DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. 5. Austin Water Financial Forecast Operating Requirements Cost Drivers Austin Water Financial Forecast New FTEs Austin Water Capital Spending Plan Update Discussion of the Water and Wastewater Commission Budget Recommendations Report DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 6. Review and possible action for future Budget Committee meeting schedule FUTURE AGENDA ITEM Discussion of future agenda items ADJOURNMENT For more information on the Water and Wastewater Commission, please contact Vicky Addie at 512-972-0332 or vicky.addie@austintexas.gov. Visit the Water and Wastewater Commission website at https://www.austintexas.gov/content/water-and-wastewater-commission.
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE ETHICS REVIEW COMMISSION JUNE 11, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS & COMMISSIONS ROOM, #1101 301 W 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Ethics Review 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 Lizette Benitez at (512) 974-2915 or Lizette.benitez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: William Ross Pumfrey, Chair Luis Figueroa Haksoon Andrea Low Cynthia Soliz Brittany Sharkey, Vice Chair Patrick Keel Wallace Lundgren Jeffrey Campbell Michael Lawson William King Brian McGiverin AGENDA CALL TO ORDER 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. BRIEFINGS 1. 2. Briefing from League of Women Voters- Austin Area regarding City Council Candidate Forum planning. Briefing from staff regarding City Council Candidate Forum planning, including schedule and locations. [Mia Warner, Strategic Communications Consultant, Austin Communications and Engagement] EXECUTIVE SESSION The Ethics Review Commission may announce it will go into Executive Session pursuant to Chapter 551.071 of the Texas Government Code to receive advice from legal counsel on any matter listed in this agenda. Page 1 of 3 3. The Ethics Review Commission may announce it will go into Executive Session pursuant to Chapter 551.071 of the Texas Government Code to receive advice from legal counsel to discuss: A complaint filed by Kimberly Hawkins against Paige Ellis raising claimed violations of City Charter, Article III, Section 8 (Limits on Campaign Contributions and Expenditures). PRELIMINARY HEARING 4. A complaint filed by Kimberly Hawkins against Paige Ellis raising claimed violations of City Charter, Article III, Section 8 (Limits on Campaign Contributions and Expenditures). APPROVAL OF MINUTES 5. Approve the minutes of the Ethics Review Commission meeting on April 22, 2026. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. 7. Conduct the annual election of officers (Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary). Review the need for the Working Group to Review and Revise ERC Rules and Regulations (Commissioners Sharkey and Figueroa). WORKING GROUP …
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2026, AT 12:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 4001 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Building and Standards 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 Melanie Alley, 512-974-2679, dsdcredbsc@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Michael Francis, Chair Lisa Garza Myra Martinez Carrie Stewart, Fire Marshal (Ex Officio) Jeffrey Musgrove, Vice Chair Grant Gilker Manesh Nair Harrison Brown Mia Ibarra Raisch Tomlanovich SPECIAL CALLED MEETING RETREAT AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first five 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 The Commission will receive presentations and training on each of the following topics: 1. 2. 3. Discussion of Retreat Goals and Objectives. Discussion led by Robert Moore, Division Manager - CRED, Austin Development Services. Case Review & Escalations Division Overview Presenter: Robert Moore, Division Manager - CRED, Austin Development Services. Commission Jurisdiction, Procedures, Authority, Obligations and Appeals Presenter: Sonya Herrera, Assistant City Attorney, Austin Law Department 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Life of a Case from Cradle to Grave Presenter: Daniel Armstrong, Division Manager, Code Field Inspections, Austin Development Services. Repeat Offender Program Overview Presenter: Matthew Noriega, Division manager, ROP, Austin Development Services Obtaining a Permit, Planning & Permitting Procedures Presenter: Steve Leitch, Chief Plans Examiner, Austin Development Services Presenter: Viktor Auzenne, Division Manager, Austin Development Services Discussion of Accounting Estimate for Cases Escalated to the Building and Standards Commission Presenter: Robert Moore, Division Manager, Austin Development Services Social Services & Outreach Programs Presenter: Scott Mata, Social Worker, Austin Development Services Presenter: Nicholas Gentry, Program Manager I, Austin Housing Department 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 …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ZERO WASTE ADVISORY COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. CITY HALL ROOM 1001 301 W 2ND ST. AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Zero Waste Advisory 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 Gustavo Valle, 512-974-4350, Gustavo.Valle@austintexas.gov. CURRENT [BOARD MEMBERS OR COMMISSIONERS]: Gerry Acuna, Chair Ian Steyaert, Vice Chair Melissa Caudle Michael Drohan CALL TO ORDER Caitlin Griffith John L. Harris Ali Ishaq Iris Suddaby AGENDA Seth Whaland Vacant Vacant 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 Zero Waste Advisory Commission Regular meeting on April 8, 2026 DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Discuss whether the City-owned FM 812 Landfill should be reopened as a Construction and Demolition Recycling Diversion Facility, along with historical landfill volume and revenue data leading up to its closure. STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Staff briefing on the status of Austin Resource Recovery Operational and Administrative projects by Ron Romero, Assistant Director of Austin Resource Recovery. 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 Gustavo Valle email Recovery Department, Gustavo.Valle@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. 512-974-4350 Resource Austin or at at For more information on the Zero Waste Advisory Commission, please contact Gustavo Valle at 512- 974-4350 or Gustavo.Valle@austintexas.gov.
To: From: Date: Zero Waste Advisory Commission Ron Romero, Assistant Director, Austin Resource Recovery June 10, 2026 Subject: Director’s Monthly Report to the Zero Waste Advisory Commission Waste and Recycling Workers Proclamation Waste and Recycling Workers Week is observed annually during the week of June 17th. It honors the essential work of waste management and recycling professionals who keep our communities clean and safe. Their daily efforts, from collecting trash and recyclables to managing hazardous waste, help to protect public health, maintain clean neighborhoods, and support environmental sustainability. Mayor Pro Tem Vela will issue a proclamation on June 15th in honor of Austin Resource Recovery's dedicated employees. Qualified Processor for Construction & Demolition Debris Processing Austin Resource Recovery (ARR) has approved the application of Texas Landfill Management, LLC or Texas Disposal Systems (TDS) to become a City of Austin Construction and Demolition Qualified Processor. TDS’s status as a Qualified Processor is effective from April 2026 to April 2028, contingent upon the Processor maintaining requirements in City code during that timeframe. The facility was audited by City approved third party Registered Evaluator: Zero Waste Strategies. They found that the average material diversion rate from the landfill at this facility was 67%. The Qualified Processor designation allows general contractors developing construction projects across Austin to reduce required documentation to report to the City by being able to report to the Qualified Processors facility diversion rate in lieu of documenting hauling a tipping receipt throughout the project. City of Austin & Travis County Interlocal Agreement On May 28, 2026, Council approved Austin Resource Recovery’s (ARR) request to negotiate and execute an interlocal agreement between City of Austin and Travis County. The agreement involves the Recycle and Reuse Drop-Off Center at 2514 Business Center Drive. The City and County have had versions of this agreement since 1997. Previous agreements involved only the Household Hazardous Waste portion of the facility. The new agreement also captures the services of the recycling side of the facility where customers can drop off items such as single- stream, electronics, plastic film, appliances, rigid plastics, and Styrofoam. Circular Showcase (All Districts) On May 14, four small businesses with circular business models pitched to judges for a chance to win prize money. The $10,000 grand prize winner was Pickle Envy, who creates fermented foods from local and surplus produce— preventing food waste while offering a nutritious alternative. Other Showcase finalists included …
REGULAR MEETING of the TOURISM COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026, AT 2:30 P.M. CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS ROOM 1001 300 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Tourism 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 April Thedford, (512) 404-4054 or april.thedford@austintexas.gov CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Ed Bailey, Chair, District 5 Greg Chanon, District 2 Francisco “Cisco” Gamez, District 1 Stefani Mathis, District 8 Maxwell "Max" Pearce, District 7 Catherine Whited, District 9 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Cristina Masters, Vice Chair, District 10 Bishop Chappell, District 6 Sophia Gonzalez, District 4 Anna Panossian, Mayoral Dani Pruitt, District 3 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 Tourism Commission Regular Meeting on May 13, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation by International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) Local No. 205, regarding an overview of the organization and its role in the tourism industry. Presentation by Nikki Combs, Business Agent. 3. Presentation by Unite Here regarding an overview of the organization and its role in the tourism industry. Presentation by Rachel Melendes, Political Director. WORKING GROUP UPDATE 4. Update from Hotel Occupancy Tax (H.O.T.) Grant Programs Working Group regarding upcoming meetings and goals. 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 April Thedford or (512) at Austin Convention Center Department, april.thedford@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. 404-4054 at For more information on the Tourism Commission Board please contact April Thedford at (512) 404-4054 or april.thedford@austintexas.gov. The next Tourism Commission meeting will be on July …
TOURISM COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 2026 MINUTES The Tourism Commission convened in a Regular meeting on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 301 W. 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Ed Bailey called the Tourism Commission Meeting to order at 2:35 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: • Ed Bailey, Chair, District 5 • Cristina Masters, Vice Chair, District 10 • Bishop Chappell, District 6 • Francisco “Cisco” Gomez, District 1 • Sophia Gonzalez, District 4 • Stefani Mathis, District 8 • Anna Panossian, Mayoral • Maxwell “Max” Pearce, District 7 • Dani Pruitt, District 3 • Catherine Whited, District 9 Commissioner in Attendance Remotely: • Greg Chanon, District 2 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Tourism Commission Regular Meeting on April 8, 2026. The minutes from the Tourism Commission regular meeting on April 8, 2026 were approved on Commissioner Panossian’s motion, Vice Chair Masters’s second on a 10-0 vote, Commissioner Chanon was off the dais. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding the recent commission vacancy that was filled; updates and introductions of new liaison assignments; and an overview of upcoming meetings and key deadlines. 1 The presentation was made by Felicia Burleson, Staff Liaison, Austin Convention Center. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Presentation by Austin Police Department Association (Police Union) on officer perspectives related to downtown public safety, staffing realities, and how frontline conditions impact the visitor experience and special event support. The presentation was made by Michael Bullock, President, Austin Police Department Association. Discussed. Presentation by Austin Homeless Strategies and Operations regarding an overview of the 4. City’s council-approved strategic plan to address homelessness and to understand how this work intersects with Austin’s visitor experience. The presentation was made by Natasha Ponczek, Business Process Consultant, Austin Homeless Strategies and Operations. Discussed. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Approve the creation of a working group. The motion to approve the formation of a Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) Grant Programs Working Group to evaluate how grant programs support Austin’s tourism economy and identify ways the Tourism Commission can strengthen program impact through recommendations to Austin City Council. The group will assess long-term outcomes to ensure HOT-funded programs remain effective, equitable, and aligned with Austin’s cultural and tourism priorities was approved at the April 8, 2026, regular meeting of the Tourism Commission on Commissioner Pruitt’s motion, Commissioner Panossian’s second on a 7-0 vote, with Commissioners Chappell, Mathis …
The IATSE Vision: “To achieve, by organization and mutual endeavour, the improvement of the social and economic conditions of employees identified with the theatrical, moving picture, entertainment, amusement and commercial or industrial show industries of the United States and Canada, ...to insure the maintenance of a fair rate of wages for services competently rendered; to assure the employment of all members in these industries; and to secure to ourselves by unity of action such benefits as are rightfully ours...” Article One, IATSE Constitution & By-Laws Who is Local 205? Labor Day Appreciation 2025 Local 205 STAGE CREWS AT WORK… Carpenters at work building scenery at Long Center Electricians at work on lighting looks at Long Center Stagehands at work, set, show and strike at Austin City Limits music festival 2023 COUNTRY MUSIC TELEVISION Show Crew At Work in Austin Convention Center Conventions and Tradeshows
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HIV PLANNING COUNCIL FINANCE AND ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10TH, 6:00 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 FINANCE/ALLOCATIONS AND STRATEGIC PLANNING/NEEDS ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Drew Kyler Empty, Committee Chair Kelle’ Martin Katherine Brandhuber Coats Henry Chan Brandon Diaz Judith Hassan AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up no later than noon on 6/9/2026 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 Finance/Allocations and Strategic Planning/Needs Assessment Committee on May 13th, 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 Notice of Award update 7. Discussion of profile of Provider Capacity and Capability 8. Discussion of Priority Setting and Resource Allocation (PSRA) Data Binder DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 9. Discussion and approval of Finance and Assessment Committee Chair a. Drew Kyler FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 10. Discussion of social calendar and workplan 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 date. TTY users’ route through Relay Texas at 711. For More Information on the HIV Planning Council, please contact HIV Planning Council Office of Support at (737) 825-1684.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026, AT 4:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, CONFERENCE ROOM 1401 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Historic Landmark Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak 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, please use the QR code or link at the end of this document. For questions, please email preservation@austintexas.gov. KEVIN KOCH JAIME ALVAREZ HARMONY GROGAN CURRENT COMMISSIONERS AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order are allowed three minutes to speak on items not posted to the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Architectural Review Committee regular meeting on May 13, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. PR-2026-008188 – 1005 E. 8th St. Robertson/Stuart & Mair Local Historic District Council District 1 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building. Applicant: Robbie MacGregor C14H-2020-0087 – 3908 Avenue B Baker School Council District 9 Proposal: Place three 40ft shipping containers on the property with no alterations to the landmarked building. Applicant: Brittany Garcia 4105 Avenue G Hyde Park Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Restore the front and side elevations of a contributing building. Construct a new 2- story addition at the rear of the existing home, a new 2-story detached garage, and an accessory unit at the rear of the property with alley-access. Applicant: Tim Cuppett PR-2026-032504; HR-2026-036164 – 304 W. 42nd St. Hyde Park Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building and construct a new residence. Applicant: Jennifer Alonzi HR-2026-057184 – 208 W. 32nd St. Aldridge Place Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Construct an addition to a contributing building. Applicant: Andrew Logan C14H-1982-0001-f – 916 Congress Ave. Larmour Block (F) Council District 9 Proposal: Construct an event space behind the existing façade. Applicant: Patrick Georgiou 8. 9. 10. 11. C14H-1978-0024 – 1501 E. 12th St. Southgate-Lewis House Council District 1 Proposal: Implement Phase II capital improvements including foundation repairs, HVAC replacement and provide ADA access, ADA ramps, and sidewalks. …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 2026, AT 4:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, CONFERENCE ROOM 1401 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Historic Landmark Commission may be participating by videoconference. X KEVIN KOCH X JAIME ALVAREZ X HARMONY GROGAN CURRENT COMMISSIONERS DRAFT MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: 4:00PM PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order are allowed three minutes to speak on items not posted to the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Architectural Review Committee regular meeting on April 8, 2026. MOTION: Approve the April 8, 2026 meeting minutes. Motion by Commissioner Grogan. Commissioner Koch seconded the motion. Vote 2-0. Commissioner Alvarez off the dais. The motion passed. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. C14H-1980-0009 – 3414 Lyons Rd. James Smith Place Council District 3 Proposal: Repair and stabilize the exterior. Applicant: Tracy Geyer The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 4412 Avenue B Hyde Park Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Rehabilitate the Ramsey House with a new roof and other structural improvements. Applicant: Tere O'Connell The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. PR-2026-032504; HR-2026-036164 – 304 W. 42nd St. Hyde Park Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building and construct a new residence. Applicant: Jennifer Alonzi The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. HR-2026-021800 – 1107 W. 9th St. Castle Hill Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Remodel a contributing house. Applicant: Nathan Griffith The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. 705 West Lynn St. West Line National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: New construction. Applicant: Mike McHone; Dan Illescas MOTION: Take item #6 out of order, and hear it after item #1 on a motion by Commissioner Grogan. Second by Commissioner Koch. Vote 2-0. Commissioner Alvarez off the dais. The motion passed. The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. PR-2026-040403 – 1808 E. Cesar Chavez St. Council District 3 Proposal: Demolish a ca. 1930 building. Applicant: Karen Rodewald The applicant did not attend. ADJOURNMENT: 5:30PM 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 …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026, AT 9:00 A.M. CITY HALL, BOARD AND COMMISSION ROOM #1101 301 WEST SECOND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Early Childhood Council 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 Caitlin Oliver, 512-972-6205, Caitlin.Oliver@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Choquette Hamilton, Chair Delphi Alvizo Yvette Cárdenas Cynthia McCollum Craig McNary Alice Navarro Eliza Sears AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Brooke Freeland, Vice Chair Christy Beauchemin Chloe Latham-Sikes Andrea McIllwain Brianna Menard Hilda Rivas The first five 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 Early Childhood Council Regular Meeting on May 13, 2026. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. 3. Discussion of the legacy of Cathy McHorse and ways the Early Childhood Council can carry her work forward. Discussion and possible action to approve the Early Childhood Council’s 2027 goals to be included in the Council’s annual review. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. 5. 6. 7. Presentation by Austin Independent School District (AISD) regarding AISD Head Start enrollment and locations. Presentation by Yvette Cárdenas, AISD Executive Director of Academic Programs; Amanda Bolding, AISD Head Start Administrator; and Elizabeth Scogland, AISD Early Learning Administrative Supervisor. Raising Travis County implementation updates from Hilda Rivas, Travis County Health & Human Services Research & Planning Division Senior Planner. Updates from the May Joint Inclusion Committee (JIC) meeting. Discussion of the time and location of the next regular meeting on Saturday, August 8, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 8. Austin Public Health update about the National League of Cities Prenatal-to-Three Impact Lab and updates from related local early childhood groups such as Austin Chapter of the Texas Association for the Education of Young Children, Success By 6 Coalition, Child Care Regulation, and Workforce Solutions Capital Area. Briefing by Caitlin Oliver, Austin Public Health. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable …
2027 Early Childhood Council Goals In the new calendar year, the ECC will: 1. Continue to support the development and implementation of the Early Childhood Quality of Life Study and use results to inform future recommendations that align with the mission of the ECC. 2. Continue to monitor the City of Austin development and implementation of the Infrastructure Academy to ensure that there are sufficient investments, resources, and capacity in the local childcare system to meet the anticipated increased demand. (The Infrastructure Academy is estimated to need to train and upskill an additional 4,000 workers each year.) 3. Continue collaboration and coordination with City of Austin Economic Development’s role in oversight of childcare investments to maximize the benefits of this partnership. 4. Continue to elevate and prioritize the voices of those with lived experience in informing the priorities and recommendations of the Early Childhood Council. 5. Increase the impact of Early Childhood Council actions by continuing to improve communications between ECC members, Joint Inclusion Committee, and City Council and Mayor’s offices. 6. Make budget recommendations regarding the Austin Public Health and Austin Economic Development budgets, informed by community for investments in early childhood in the City budget. 7. Monitor changes in federal funding related to investments in early childhood.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON AGING WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026 AT 12:00 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS & COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Commission on Aging 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, call or email Ryan Sperling, 512-974-3568, Ryan.Sperling@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Richard Bondi, Chair Teresa Ferguson, Vice Chair Austin Adams Suzanne Anderson Martin Kareithi Faith Lane Fred Lugo Judi L Nudelman Jennifer Scott Luan Tran AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Preston Tyree Henry Van de Putte Selina Yee Xiaoyi Zeng 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 Commission on Aging regular meeting of May 13, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Review of Age Friendly Action Plan Focus Area 1 and discussion about actions the commission can take to support the Age Friendly Action Plan Focus Area 1. 3. Discussion regarding the commission’s 2025 Annual Internal Review & Report. 4. Update on topics discussed at the May 27th Joint Inclusion Committee meeting. 5. Update on the progress of recommendations 20251210-008: Older Adult Icon on City Demographer Website and 20260311-009: Addressing the Digital Divide for Older Adults. 6. Presentation regarding the Westminster CARES Foundation. Presentation by Charles Borst, Executive Director, Westminster. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 7. Approve a recommendation to Council for a proclamation on Social Wellness Month. 8. Approve a recommendation to Council for a proclamation on National Wellness Month. 9. Approve a recommendation to Council for a proclamation on Implicit Bias Awareness Day 10. Approve a recommendation to Council for a proclamation on National Senior Citizens Day. 11. Approve a recommendation to Council for a proclamation on Healthy Aging Month. 12. Approve a recommendation to Council for a proclamation on National Senior Center Month. 13. Approve a recommendation to Council for a proclamation on National Preparedness Month. 14. Approve a recommendation to Council for a proclamation on Fall Prevention …
COMMISSION ON AGING MINUTES REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 2026 The Commission on Aging convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room 1101, 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Bondi called the Commission on Aging Meeting to order at 12:12 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Richard Bondi (Chair) Fred Lugo Judi Nudelman Henry Van de Putte Xiaoyi Zeng Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Teresa Ferguson (Vice Chair) Suzanne Anderson Martin Kareithi Faith Lane Jennifer Scott Luan Tran Preston Tyree PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Commission on Aging regular meeting of April 8, 2026. There was a motion by Commissioner Lugo, seconded by Commissioner Nudelman, to amend the minutes to change the vote count in Item 8 to 8-0 and list Commissioner Van de Putte as abstaining, and on Item 9 to correct the spelling of Commissioner Van de Putte’s name. The amendment was approved on a 9-0 vote. The minutes were approved as amended on Commissioner Nudelman’s motion, Commissioner Lugo’s second on a 9-0 vote. Vice Chair Ferguson and Commissioners Kareithi and Scott were off the dais. Commissioners Adams and Yee were absent. 1 STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Briefing regarding emergency preparedness services for older adults. Presentation by Ana Urueta, Emergency Management Manager, Austin Public Health. Item 2 was taken up after Item 3 without objection. The presentation was made by Ana Urueta, Emergency Management Manager, Austin Public Health. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Presentation regarding ongoing changes to Medicare. Presentation by Rosemary Monsivais, Medicare Consultant, Independent Insurance Broker. The presentation was made by Rosemary Monsivais, Medicare Consultant, Independent Insurance Broker. 4. Update on closing out the 2021-2025 Age Friendly Action Plan. Presentation by Nicole Alexander, Age Friendly Program Coordinator, Halana Kaleel, Public Health Community Engagement Specialist, Austin Public Health. The presentation was made by Nicole Alexander, Age Friendly Program Coordinator, and Halana Kaleel, Public Health Community Engagement Specialist, Austin Public Health. 5. Discussion regarding activities around Older Americans Month. Discussion was held. 6. Discussion regarding the 2026 Fair Housing & Economic Mobility Conference held on April 29th. Discussion was held. 7. Update on discussion held and action taken at the most recent Joint Inclusion Committee meeting. Discussion was held. 8. Discussion regarding the current version of the new Age Friendly Action Plan, including how the commission can build, bridge, and champion to support the …
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Commission on Aging Recommendation Number: 20260610-010: National Senior Citizens Day– August 21st WHEREAS, older adults contribute immeasurably to the cultural, civic, economic, and social vitality of Austin through volunteerism, caregiving, mentorship, public service, and lifelong achievement1; and WHEREAS, National Senior Citizens Day2 provides an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the wisdom, resilience, and contributions of older adults in our community; and WHEREAS, many older adults continue to strengthen Austin through employment, community leadership, artistic expression, advocacy, and intergenerational engagement3; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin is committed to fostering an Age-Friendly community where older adults can live safely, remain engaged, and age with dignity and independence; and WHEREAS, supporting the health, inclusion, transportation, housing, nutrition, and social well-being of older adults benefits the entire community4. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Commission on Aging encourages the Austin City Council to proclaim August 21st as “National Senior Citizens Day” in Austin, Texas and encourage Austinites to recognize and celebrate the contributions, leadership, volunteerism, caregiving, experience, and resilience of older adults who strengthen the social, cultural, civic, and economic fabric of Austin. Date of Approval: _____________________________ Record of the vote: Attest: _____________________________________________ 1 Older Adults Contributing to Society: Why It Matters, September 20, 2024 2 Created by President Ronald Reagan through Proclamation 5847 in 1988 and since designated by the Administration for Community Living 3 Recognizing the value that older adults bring to our communities | 2Life Communities, April 2025 4 Report to Congress - Aging in the United States: A Strategic Framework for a National Plan on Aging
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Commission on Aging Recommendation Number: 20260610-011: Healthy Aging Month– September WHEREAS, the Austin Quality of Life Study for Older Adults found that physical and social well-being is essential infrastructure for healthy aging1; and WHEREAS, Healthy Aging Month2 promotes positive aging and encourages older adults to take steps to improve their physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being3; and WHEREAS, access to preventive care, nutritious food, safe housing, physical activity, transportation, and social connection are key factors in healthy aging4; and WHEREAS, Austin’s older adults enrich the community through volunteerism, caregiving, civic participation, and sharing of experience and knowledge5, 6; and WHEREAS, community-based services and programs help older adults maintain independence, reduce isolation, and remain connected to their neighborhoods and support systems7; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin recognizes the importance of promoting Age-Friendly policies and equitable access to resources that support healthy aging for all residents. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Commission on Aging encourages the Austin City Council to proclaim September 2026 as “Healthy Aging Month” in Austin and encourage Austinites, caregivers, health professionals, community organizations, and policymakers to support programs, services, and 1 Austin Older Adult Quality of Life Study 2025-CAC-University of Indianapolis.pdf - Google Drive 2 While Healthy Aging Month originated with Healthy Aging® magazine more than 15 years ago, the broader concept of "healthy aging" is now strongly aligned with the World Health Organization and the United Nations Decade of Healthy Ageing (2021–2030), which gives the observance additional credibility beyond its original creation. 3 Healthy Aging at Any Age | Healthy Aging | CDC 4 Social Determinants of Health - Healthy People 2030 | odphp.health.gov 5 Older Adults Contributing to Society: Why It Matters 6 The Impact Of Senior Volunteering On The Community - Senior Strong 7 The Impact of Home- and Community-Based Services on the Health of Older Adults: A Meta-Analysis - Xuanru Lyu, Yangyang Fan, 2024 healthy lifestyle practices that promote dignity, independence, wellness, and quality of life for older adults. Date of Approval: _____________________________ Record of the vote: Attest: _____________________________________________
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Commission on Aging Recommendation Number: 20260610-012: National Senior Center Month– September WHEREAS, the Austin Quality of Life Study for Older Adults found that older adults report high regard for programming and staff at the city’s libraries, parks, senior centers, and nonprofit organizations and recommended expanding social activities for older adults1; and WHEREAS, senior centers serve as vital community hubs that provide opportunities for social engagement, wellness, education, nutrition, recreation, volunteerism, and supportive services, while strengthening communities through civic participation, lifelong learning, volunteer service, and intergenerational connections2, 3; and WHEREAS, senior centers help reduce social isolation and promote healthy aging by connecting older adults to resources, friendships, and meaningful activities4; and WHEREAS, Austin-area senior centers and older adult programs support the health and well-being of diverse populations through culturally responsive and accessible programming; and WHEREAS, National Senior Center Month5 recognizes the important role senior centers play in enhancing quality of life and promoting dignity, independence, and inclusion for older adults. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Commission on Aging encourages the Austin City Council to proclaim September 2026 as “National Senior Center Month” in Austin to recognize the important role senior centers and older adult programs play in reducing isolation, promoting healthy aging, encouraging lifelong learning and volunteerism, and connecting older adults to supportive services and community engagement opportunities. Date of Approval: _____________________________ Record of the vote: 1 Austin Older Adult Quality of Life Study 2025-CAC-University of Indianapolis.pdf - Google Drive 2 How Senior Centers Champion Communities, National Council on Aging, April 2026 3 Why Senior Centers Are the Heart of Our Community: A Closer Look at Their Impact on Seniors, March 2025 4 How Senior Centers Help Older Adults Stay Social | AgeRight Blog, May 2025 5 Sponsored annually by the National Council on Aging Attest: _____________________________________________
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Commission on Aging Recommendation Number: 20260610-013: National Preparedness Month– September WHEREAS, the Austin Quality of Life Study for Older Adults found residents experienced consistent frustration with disaster planning and safety1; and WHEREAS, emergencies and disasters can have a disproportionate impact on older adults, people with disabilities, caregivers, and others with access or functional needs, particularly those who may face mobility, medical, transportation, communication, or social isolation challenges2, 3; and WHEREAS, preparedness planning, accessible communication, and community support systems are essential to protecting the health and safety of vulnerable residents during emergencies4; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin encourages residents to create emergency plans, maintain emergency supply kits, and stay informed about local emergency preparedness resources; and WHEREAS, National Preparedness Month5 highlights the importance of community resilience, neighbor support, and coordinated emergency planning to help ensure no resident is left behind during times of crisis. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Commission on Aging encourages the Austin City Council to proclaim September 2026 as “National Preparedness Month” in Austin and encourages residents, caregivers, neighborhood groups, and community organizations to support emergency preparedness planning, accessible communication, and community resilience efforts that help protect older adults and individuals with access and functional needs during emergencies and disasters. Date of Approval: _____________________________ Record of the vote: 1 Austin Older Adult Quality of Life Study 2025-CAC-University of Indianapolis.pdf - Google Drive 2 Emergency Preparedness Concerns for Older Adults, CDC 3 The Impact of Disasters on Older Adults, AARP, 2022 4 Older Adults: Disaster Planning | SAMHSA 5 Designated by Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Attest: _____________________________________________
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Commission on Aging Recommendation Number: 20260610-014: Fall Prevention Awareness Day – September 22nd WHEREAS, the Austin Quality of Life Study for Older Adults found a consistent concern with fall hazards, safety and a desire to reduce fall risks1; and WHEREAS, falls are a leading cause of injury, hospitalization, and loss of independence among older adults2, yet many falls can be prevented through education, awareness, and proactive safety measures3; and WHEREAS, maintaining strength, balance, mobility, vision health, medication management, and safe living environments can significantly reduce the risk of falls and related injuries among older adults4; and WHEREAS, caregivers, health professionals, community organizations, senior centers, and emergency responders all play important roles in promoting fall prevention education and supporting older adults in remaining safe and independent5, 6; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin recognizes the importance of accessible housing, walkable communities, safe sidewalks, transportation access, and Age-Friendly environments in helping reduce fall risks for older adults and individuals with disabilities; and WHEREAS, Fall Prevention Awareness Day7 provides an opportunity to raise awareness, share resources, and encourage residents of all ages to take steps that support healthy aging, mobility, and injury prevention throughout the community. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Commission on Aging encourages the Austin City Council to proclaim September 22, 2026 as “Fall Prevention Awareness Day” in Austin and encourages residents, caregivers, healthcare providers, community organizations, and public agencies to promote fall prevention education, safety planning, physical activity, and Age-Friendly environments that help older adults remain healthy, independent, and connected to their communities. Date of Approval: _____________________________ 1 Austin Older Adult Quality of Life Study 2025-CAC-University of Indianapolis.pdf - Google Drive 2 Older Adult Falls Data | Older Adult Fall Prevention | CDC 3 Get the Facts on Falls Prevention, National Council on Aging, May 30, 2025 4 5 Evidence-Based Practices to Help Older Adults Live Independently | American Journal of Managed Care 5 National and Local Guidance on Falls Prevention - Fall Prevention Foundation 6 Frontiers | The critical role of primary care health care professionals in referring older adults to community-based fall prevention programs 7 Designated by the National Council on Aging Record of the vote: Attest: _____________________________________________
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Commission on Aging Recommendation Number: 20260610-015: Ageism Awareness Month– October WHEREAS, the Austin Quality of Life Study for Older Adults identified experiences of discrimination among older adults in Austin1, including among Asian American2 and African American / Black older adults3; and WHEREAS, ageism can negatively impact health, employment, social participation, and quality of life for older adults and can contribute to discrimination, isolation, and inequity4; and WHEREAS, promoting positive and accurate representations of aging helps foster respect, dignity, and inclusion across generations5; and WHEREAS, older adults contribute significantly to Austin through volunteerism, caregiving, employment, leadership, advocacy, and community engagement; and WHEREAS, Ageism Awareness Month6 encourages residents, organizations, and institutions to challenge stereotypes and build a more age-inclusive community for people of all ages. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Commission on Aging encourages the Austin City Council to proclaim October 2026 as “Ageism Awareness Month” in Austin and encourages public awareness, education, and intergenerational engagement efforts that challenge age-based stereotypes, reduce discrimination, and promote respect, dignity, inclusion, and opportunity for older adults throughout the community. Date of Approval: _____________________________ Record of the vote: Attest: _____________________________________________ 1 Austin Older Adult Quality of Life Study 2025-CAC-University of Indianapolis.pdf - Google Drive 2 Older Adult Quality of Life Study, At-A-Glance Reports, Asian American Report 3 Older Adult Quality of Life Study, At-A-Glance Reports, African American / Black Report 4 Ageism and late-life mortality: How community matters - PMC, National Library of Medicine 5 Bridging the Gap: Uncovering the Advantages of Embracing Generational Diversity in Santa Rosa, CA – Front Porch 6 Recognized by the American Society on Aging and AARP
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Commission on Aging Recommendation Number: 20260610-016: AGE of Central Texas 40th Anniversary WHEREAS, Austin and Central Texas are experiencing significant growth in the number of older adults1, creating increasing opportunities and responsibilities to ensure that residents can age with dignity, independence, purpose, and connection to their communities; and WHEREAS, for forty years, AGE of Central Texas has been a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting older adults and family caregivers through education, health and wellness programs, caregiving resources, counseling, and community-based services that improve quality of life across generations; and WHEREAS, family caregivers provide invaluable support to older adults and individuals with chronic conditions2, often balancing caregiving responsibilities with work and family obligations3, and AGE of Central Texas has played a critical role in equipping caregivers with the knowledge, resources, and support needed to navigate those challenges; and WHEREAS, the opening of AGE of Central Texas's new headquarters at 7640 Guadalupe Street not only marks its 40th anniversary serving Central Texas, but a significant investment in the future of aging services in Central Texas, providing expanded opportunities to serve older adults, caregivers, and community partners while continuing the organization's four-decade legacy of innovation and leadership. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Commission on Aging encourages the Austin City Council to proclaim July 27th “AGE of Central Texas Day” in Austin and encourage all residents to recognize and celebrate AGE of Central Texas for forty years of leadership, service, advocacy, and commitment to older adults, family caregivers, and healthy aging throughout Central Texas. Date of Approval: _____________________________ Record of the vote: 1 Aging-in-Central-Texas-Summary.pdf, St. David’s Foundation 2 Caregiving in the US Report 2025 | Caregiving in the US 3 National Alliance for Caregiving: Caregiving in the US 2025 Report and Data Hub Attest: _____________________________________________
