REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION OPERATIONS COMMITTEE Wednesday, July 15, 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 August Harris III CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA 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 May 20, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Operations Committee workplan. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 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 MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION OPERATIONS COMMITTEE Wednesday, May 20, 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. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS X Judah Rice, Chair X Jeffrey Acton CALL TO ORDER 11:05 a.m. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL No public communication. APPROVAL OF MINUTES DRAFT MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Operations Committee regular meeting on April 30, 2026. MOTION: Approve the minutes of the regular meeting on April 30, 2026 on a motion by Commissioner Acton, Commissioner Rice seconding. Vote: 2-0. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Potential projects to inform Operations Committee workplan. • Commissioners brainstormed potential items to focus on. • Commissioners discussed working with external partners. • Commissioners agreed that projects could be tackled in parts and noted the importance of small wins. • Commissioners discussed tackling low-hanging fruit in the Equity-Based Preservation Plan and identifying specific action items within general Plan recommendations. • Commissioners discussed the purview of the Operations and Preservation Plan committees. • Historic Preservation Office staff will create a list of potential items for consideration at the next committee meeting. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Discussion and possible action on Historic Sign Standards. • Commissioners discussed adding photographs of good examples to the standards before the August Historic Landmark Commission meeting. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT 12:28 p.m. For more information on the Operations Committee, please contact Cara Bertron at (512) 974-1446 or cara.bertron@austintexas.gov.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, JULY 15, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1405 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Environmental 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 Nicole Corona, 737-291-3084, Nicole.Corona@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Mariana Krueger, Chair Jennifer Bristol, Vice Chair Haris Qureshi, Secretary Richard Brimer Isabella Changsut Annie Fierro AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Justin Fleury Martin Luecke Allison Morrison David Sullivan 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 Environmental Commission Regular Meeting on July 1, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding the history of Austin Watershed Protection ordinances. Presentation by Matt Hollon, Regulatory Policy Analyst, Austin Watershed Protection. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. 5. 6. Discussion of Environmental Commission Bylaws. Discussion of Robert’s Rules of Order, the Texas Open Meetings Act, and general commission procedures. Presentation by Commissioner Sullivan. Discussion of public comment process. Discussion of the 2025-2026 goals and objectives of the Environmental Commission. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS City Code requires at least two board members sponsor an item to be included on an agenda. This section of the agenda provides members an opportunity to request items for future agendas. Staff should assume that if there is no objection from other members expressed at the meeting, the members’ silence indicates approval for staff to include on the next agenda. 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 Nicole Corona at Austin Watershed Protection, at 737-291-3084, Nicole.Corona@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. For more information …
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MINUTES REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, JULY 1, 2026 The Environmental Commission convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at the Permitting and Development Center, Room 1405, located at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive in Austin, Texas. Chair Krueger called the Environmental Commission Meeting to order at 6:02 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Mariana Krueger, Chair Jennifer Bristol, Vice Chair Haris Qureshi, Secretary Justin Fleury Martin Luecke David Sullivan Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Richard Brimer Annie Fierro PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Environmental Commission Regular Meeting on June 17, 2026. The minutes from the Environmental Commission Regular Meeting on June 17, 2026, were approved on Commissioner Sullivan’s motion, Commissioner Luecke’s second, on a 6-0 vote. Commissioners Brimer and Fierro were off the dais. Commissioners Changsut and Morrison were absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Austin Watershed Protection's Reservoir Update for Fiscal Year 2025- 2026. Presentation by Brent Bellinger, Conservation Program Supervisor, Austin Watershed Protection. The presentation was made by Brent Bellinger, Conservation Program Supervisor, Austin Watershed Protection. 1 3. Staff briefing regarding Austin Resource Recovery's On-Demand Brush, Bulk, and Household Hazardous Waste Program. Presentation by Ron Romero, Assistant Director, Samuel Gilbert, Litter Abatement Division Manager, and Andy Dawson, Diversion Facilities Assistant Division Manager, Austin Resource Recovery. The presentation was made by Ron Romero, Assistant Director, Samuel Gilbert, Litter Abatement Division Manager, and Andy Dawson, Diversion Facilities Assistant Division Manager, Austin Resource Recovery. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. 5. Discussion and action to recommend approval of the Austin Water Capital Improvement Projects located in the Drinking Water Protection Zone for inclusion in the five-year Capital spending plan as required by Financial Policy #8. The motion to approve the Austin Water Capital Improvement Projects located in the Drinking Water Protection Zone for inclusion in the five-year Capital spending plan as required by Financial Policy #8, and request that the 2027 report reflect any water leak detection or abatement in the drinking water zone, was approved on Secretary Qureshi’s motion, Commissioner Sullivan’s second, on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Changsut and Morrison were absent. Approve a recommendation to Council from the Dog’s Head Working Group regarding the environmental aspects and future potential City Council action, including a vote on the creation of a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ), for the Dog’s Head area, located between the Colorado River, US Highway 183, and State …
The History of Austin’s Watershed Protection Ordinances Austin Watershed Protection | 07/15/2026 Presentation Outline Major, historic Austin moments The impact of geography, weather, demography, and politics Key watershed protection regulations Austin’s major watershed ordinances Concluding thoughts 4 4 Geography: Edwards Plateau Barton Creek looking toward downtown 5 Geography: Blackland Prairie Gilleland Creek at SH 130 Crossing 6 Lake Travis Lake Austin Lady Bird Lake Colorado River Welcome to AUSTIN 7 Rapid Population Growth 11th largest city in the U.S. 22% population change 2010-18 2nd highest rate in top 50 U.S. cities But recently slowing in Austin Current estimated population (2025) 1.03 million in full-purpose limits 2.62 million in the 5-county MSA Development required to keep pace MSA = Metropolitan Statistical Area Austin Population 1940-2025 + Projection to 2050 1,400,000 1,200,000 1,000,000 800,000 600,000 400,000 200,000 n o i t a l u p o P Projected Past 0 1920 1940 1960 1980 2000 2020 2040 2060 Year Source: https://demographics-austin.hub.arcgis.com/... 8 Citizen Involvement Highly aware & educated community Politically & socially active community 9 State Involvement Highly aware & educated community Politically & socially active community 10 Flash Flood Alley The Central Texas Hill Country is the most flash-flood-prone area in North America “Texas is a land of perennial drought, broken by the occasional devastating flood.” Unnamed National Weather Service meteorologist, 1927 Pontoon Bridge, 1869 Destroyed by flood < 1 year after built 12 Original Austin Dam Completed 1891 13 Original Austin Dam Destroyed 1900 14 2nd Dam begun, 1912… Damaged in construction by two large floods… never completely built 15 1935 Flood 16 1935 Flood 17 Construction of the Highland Lakes 18 Lake Travis at Mansfield Dam, built 1942 LCRA photo 19 Tom Miller Dam, built 1940 LCRA photo 20 1981 Memorial Day Flood 21 Barton Creek Square Mall Barton Springs: ~ 2 miles downstream 22 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQNrdLTvlFc 23 Eastern Headwaters Creeks 24 2013 Onion Creek Flood 25 Key Watershed Protection Regulations (from ordinances) Watershed classification (impervious cover and more) Impervious cover limits Floodplain restrictions/prohibitions Stream setbacks/buffers Erosion hazard zone (EHZ) requirements No adverse impact flood detention ponds Water quality controls (“ponds”) 26 26 Key Watershed Protection Regulations (from ordinances, continued) Erosion & sedimentation controls Critical Environmental Feature (CEF) setbacks/buffers Steep slope protections Cut & fill …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON VETERANS AFFAIRS On Wednesday Jul 15, 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 Jose Reyes – Vice Chair William Dahlstrom Armando Gonzales Bryce Laake-Stanfield Anita Roberts Christopher Wilson Lucas Castillo Fansu Ku Amber Cress Neal Wendt CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION APPROVAL OF MINUTES AGENDA 1. Approve the minutes of the Commission on Veteran Affairs Regular Meeting of Jun 17, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. Presentation and discussion by Dr. Lindsey Wilson, Director of Austin Equity and Inclusion (AEI) and Shafina Khaki, Human Rights Officer, AEI on the Human Rights Impact Review and the mitigations our stakeholders co-created and have prioritized for our City’s Human Rights Framework. Introduction of new commissioners, Amber Cress and Neal Wendt. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. 5. Discussion and vote on Commission on Veterans Affairs Annual Report. Discussion and vote on primary and alternate to represent the Commission on Veterans Affairs at the Joint Inclusion Committee Commission Meeting. 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 512-974-7742 or jesus.simental@austintexas.gov.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION (CDC) REGULAR MEETING July 14, 2026 – 6:30 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS - ROOM 1101 301 W 2ND STREET, 78701 AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the CDC 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 Miguel Lopez, (512) 975-1575, Miguel.lopez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Noe Elias, Chair, Montopolis Jenny E. Achilles, Vice Chair, Private Sector Tisha-Vonique Hood, Public Sector Raul E. Longoria, Public Sector Cassandra Medrano, South Austin Jo Anne Ortiz, Public Sector Lyric E. Wardlow, Vice Chair, Public Sector Taniquewa S. Brewster, Rosewood-Zaragosa Cynthia Jaso, Dove Springs Sonia Martinez, East Austin Valerie Menard, St. John’s Ebonie Oliver, Colony Park 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 CDC Regular meeting on June 9, 2026. STAFF BRIEFING 2. Staff briefing regarding Rental Assistance and Tenant Stabilization Services. Presentation by Ursula Henderson, Program Manager II, and Susan Watkins, Division Manager, Austin Housing. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. Presentation and discussion on the “Displacement in Austin StoryMap,” a tool that illustrates the impacts of displacement and tracks progress on the City’s Displacement Mitigation Strategy. Presentation by William Swinton-Ginsberg, Planner Senior, and Dr. Marla Torrado, Housing Division Manager, Austin Housing. Discussion on the City Council resolution directing the City Manager to provide a monthly report of all rezoning applications for properties with existing multifamily housing to the CDC. Discussion led by Chair Elias. PUBLIC HEARING 5. Conduct a Public Hearing to receive public comment on the proposed 2027 Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) Budget and Community Action Plan, as required by 1) US Department of Health and Human Services, and 2) the Texas Administrative Code, Title 10, Part 1, Chapter 6, Subchapter B, §6.206. Public Hearing held by Angel Zambrano, Program Manager III, Austin Public Health. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Discussion and approve a …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026, AT 9:30 AM AUSTIN HUMAN RESOURCES, LEARNING AND RESEARCH CENTER 5202 E. BEN WHITE BLVD., SUITE 500, AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Municipal Civil Service Commission may be participating by videoconference. EXECUTIVE SESSION (No Public Discussion on These Items) The Commission will announce it will go into closed session pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel, or to discuss matters of litigation and personnel matters as specifically listed on this agenda. If necessary, the Commission will go into closed session, as permitted by law, regarding any item on this agenda. 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 Matthew Chustz, 512-974-2859, Matthew.Chustz@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Kevin Mullen, Chair Ron Bennett John Umphress AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Kavita Gupta, Vice Chair Cortney Carothers The first ten (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 from the Municipal Civil Service Commission regular meeting on May 11, 2026. HEARING 2. 3. 4. Conduct a hearing in open session or closed session, pursuant to 551.074 of the Texas Government Code (personnel exception), on the appeal filed by Reginald Williams regarding their Demotion and Disciplinary Probation from Austin Resource Recovery. Deliberate in open session or closed session, pursuant to 551.074 of the Texas Government Code (personnel exception), on the appeal filed by Reginald Williams regarding their Demotion and Disciplinary Probation from Austin Resource Recovery. Action and approval on the appeal filed by Reginald Williams regarding their Demotion and Disciplinary Probation from Austin Resource Recovery. STAFF BRIEFING 5. Staff briefing regarding the contingent hire temporary waiver of the Municipal Civil Service Rules, including Rule 4.03, to exempt specific Positions from Posting or application requirements, while maintaining provisions of the Competitive Process to allow conditional offers based on Merit and Fitness. Presentation by Rebecca Kennedy, Deputy Director, Austin Human Resources. DISCUSSION ITEMS 6. Discussion …
MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Monday May 11, 2026 MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MINUTES REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026 The Municipal Civil Service Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, May 11, 2026, at 5202 E. Ben White Blvd., Suite 500, in Austin, Texas. Chair Kevin Mullen called the Municipal Civil Service Commission meeting to order at 9:35 a.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Kevin Mullen, Chair Kavita Gupta, Vice Chair Melissa Rogers John Umphress PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Municipal Civil Service Commission Regular Meeting on March 23, 2026. The minutes from the Municipal Civil Service Commission regular meeting on March 23, 2026, were approved on Commissioner Rogers’ motion, Commissioner Umphress’ second on a 4-0 vote. HEARING 2. Conduct a hearing in open or closed session, pursuant to 551.074 of the Texas Government Code (personnel exception), on the appeal filed by Keiona Ausbie regarding their Discharge from Austin Police. The Municipal Civil Service Commission considered a request from Victoria Lewis-Dunn, representative of Keiona Ausbie, to have their appeal heard in closed session pursuant to 551.074 of the Texas Local Government Code (personnel exception). The motion to conduct the hearing in closed session, pursuant to 551.074 of the Texas Local Government Code (personnel exception), was approved on Chair Mullen’s motion, Commissioner Rogers’ second on a 4-0 vote. Chair Mullen recessed the meeting to go into closed session at 9:50 a.m. 1 MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Monday May 11, 2026 The hearing on the appeal filed by Kieona Ausbie regarding their Discharge from Austin Police was conducted in closed session pursuant to 551.074 of the Texas Local Government Code (personnel exception). 3. Deliberate in open or closed session, pursuant to 551.074 of the Texas Government Code (personnel exception), on the appeal filed by Keiona Ausbie regarding their Discharge from Austin Police. The Municipal Civil Service Commission deliberated in closed session on the appeal filed by Keiona Ausbie regarding their Discharge from Austin Police, pursuant to 551.074 of the Texas Government Code (personnel exception). Chair Mullen reconvened the Municipal Civil Service Commission meeting at 6:37 p.m. 4. Action and approval on the appeal filed by Keiona Ausbie regarding their Discharge from Austin Police. The motion to grant Keiona Ausbie’s appeal, to rescind the decision made by the City of Austin in the Discharge of Keiona Ausbie from Austin Police, and …
Municipal Civil Service Municipal Civil Service Contingent Hiring Update Contingent Hiring Update Austin Human Resources | July 13, 2026 Background In October 2024, the Municipal Civil Service Commission recommended that the City Council approve a 12-month pilot to waive the posting requirement for specific positions for Citywide hiring. The City Council approved the waiver on November 21, 2024. The pilot began in January 2025 and ended in December 2025. In January 2026, the Municipal Civil Service Commission approved a recommendation extending the Contingent Hire Pilot through December 2026. The City Council approved the waiver on March 12, 2026, through December 2026. 2 Contingent Hiring Guidelines were developed stating that all departments are eligible to participate in the contingent hiring if they have titles on the approved list. The process eliminated the posting requirement for those titles. Eligible events included in the pilot: City-sponsored job fairs University job events Reentry-initiative programs Community job events City-sponsored, community, or public events where contingent offers are provided are advertised to allow current employees and temporary employees the ability to participate. 3 Contingent Hiring Process All candidates for vacant positions must complete an interview process where they are: Evaluated for Merit and Fitness Merit: Demonstrated education, training, experience, performance, knowledge, skills, ability, licenses, or certifications. Fitness: Physical and/or mental ability to do a job with or without accommodation. Screened to meet minimum & preferred qualifications Contingent offer is made Complete any assessments required for the position. Successfully pass any required background checks. Submit an application 4 Contingent Hiring Successes 2025 Austin’s 14th Annual Career Expo Wednesday, April 2, 2025, Palmer Events Center 41 vacant positions were available 108 interviews conducted 40 contingent offers made Other Various Events 26 interviews conducted 9 contingent offers made 5 Contingent Hiring Successes 2026 Austin’s 15th Annual Career Expo Wednesday, April 8, 2026, Palmer Events Center 6 job titles with multiple vacancies 121 interviews conducted 25 contingent offers made 6 Next Steps Reviewing the Hiring, Promotions, and Lateral Transfers Procedure Small group discussions hosted by the City Manager’s Office – June & July 2026 Changes to the Procedure are forthcoming AHR will work with the Law Department and the City Manager’s Office …
City of Austin Contingent Hiring Titles through December 2026 Dept. Multi Multi Multi AE Aviation Aviation Aviation Aviation Aviation Aviation Multi ARR ARR Auditor APH Multi Multi SMBR AFM Multi Muni Court APH APH Multi Muni Court Muni Court Parks Multi Multi APH AE Multi Multi AE Multi Multi AE Multi Multi Multi APD Fleet Fleet Title Accountant I Accounting Associate I Administrative Assistant AE Utility Chemist I Airport Access Control Tech Airport Agent Airport Facility Representative Guest Services Specialist Airport Operations Communications Specialist Airport Operations Specialist Architect ARR Associate ARR Operator Trainee Auditor I Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Budget Analyst I Building & Grounds Assistant Business Development Counselor I Carpenter Cashier I Clinical Case Manager Community Health Worker I Community Worker Contract Management Specialist I Court Clerk Assistant Court Clerk Assistant, Bilingual Culture & Arts Instructor Customer Service Representative Customer Svc Assoc Disease Surveillance Specialist Distribution Electrician Helper Drainage Operations & Maintenance Assistant Electrician I EMS/ADMS SCADA Analyst I Engineering Associate A Engineering Technician A Elec Power Grid (EPG) GIS Analyst I Equipment Technician I Facility Svcs Representative Financial Analyst I Fingerprint Technician Fleet Equipment Technician I Fleet Tire Technician Min Education Requirement Bachelor's with major course work in a field related to the job High school or equivalent; substitutions allowed High school or equivalent; substitutions allowed Bachelor's with major course work in a field related to the job, substitutions allowed High school or equivalent Associate Degree, substitutions allowed High school or equivalent; substitutions allowed High school or equivalent High school or equivalent Bachelor's with major course work in a field related to the job, substitutions allowed Bachelor's with major course work in a field related to the job None None Bachelor's with major course work in a field related to the job High school or equivalent Bachelor's with major course work in a field related to the job None Bachelor's with major course work in a field related to the job, substitutions allowed High school or equivalent; substitutions allowed High school or equivalent Master's Degree with major course work in a field related to the job High school or equivalent High school or equivalent Bachelor's with major course work in a field related to the job, substitutions allowed High school or equivalent High school or equivalent Associate Degree, substitutions allowed High school or equivalent High school or equivalent Bachelor's with major course work in a field related to the …
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 BYLAWS OF THE Municipal Civil Service Commission ARTICLE 1. NAME. The name of the commission is the Municipal Civil Service Commission. ARTICLE 2. PURPOSE AND DUTIES. The purpose and duties of the commission are as follows: (1) hear appeals and make final, binding decisions in the case of municipal civil service employees covered under Article IX of the City Charter who have been discharged, suspended, demoted, denied a promotion, or put on disciplinary probation; (2) recommend the adoption of civil service rules after receipt of proposed rules by the Human Resources Director and perform services under the civil service rules as provided in Article IX, Section 2 of the City Charter; (3) perform other duties regarding the municipal civil service, not inconsistent with Article IX of the City Charter, that the City Council may require; (4) issue subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum to witnesses, whether at the request of interested parties or on its own motion, when reasonably necessary to obtain pertinent evidence at a hearing or investigation; (5) administer oaths to witnesses appearing at a hearing or investigation; and (6) conduct any investigations it may consider desirable or which it may be required to make by the City Council or the City Manager concerning the administration of municipal civil service, and report its findings and recommendations to the City Council; ARTICLE 3. MEMBERSHIP. (A) The commission is composed of five members appointed by the city council, each a qualified voter of the City. (B) A commissioner may be removed before the end of the commissioner’s term only for cause, and after receiving a written statement of the reasons for removal and a public hearing before the City Council, if the commissioner requests a hearing. (C) Commission members shall be appointed for a term of three years, except that the initial members shall serve for a term of one, two or three years as designated in Resolution No. 20130509-036. The term expires on May 9th of the first, second or third anniversary. (D) An individual commission member may not act in an official capacity or speak on behalf of the board except …
Municipal Civil Service Commission 2027 Regular Meeting Schedule January 11, 2027 January 25, 2027 July 12, 2027 July 26, 2027 February 8, 2027 August 9, 2027 February 22, 2027 August 23, 2027 March 8, 2027 September 13, 2027 March 22, 2027 September 27, 2027 April 12, 2027 April 26, 2027 May 10, 2027 May 24, 2027 October 11, 2027 October 25, 2027 November 8, 2027 November 22, 2027 June 14, 2027 December 13, 2027 June 28, 2027 December 27, 2027
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MONDAY, July 13, 2026 AT 5:30 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, ROOM 1001 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT 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 Elaine Ramirez at 512-974-2202 or email elaine.ramirez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: ___Jeffery Bowen (Chair) ___Margaret Shahrestani (Vice-Chair) ___Haseeb Abdullah ___Thomas Ates ___Sameer S Birring ___ Jessica Cohen ___ Melissa Hawthorne ___Yung-ju Kim ___Bianca A Medina-Leal ___Brian Poteet ___Michael Von Ohlen ___Corry L Archer-McClellan (Alternate) ___Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 4 speakers signed up/register prior (no later than noon the day before the meeting) 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 Board of Adjustment Regular meeting on June 8, 2026 On-Line Link: June 8, 2026 draft minutes PUBLIC HEARINGS Discussion and action on the following cases New variance cases: 2. C15-2026-0023 Samantha Riddell for John L Lohr 2205 Quarry Road On-Line Link: ITEM02 ADV PACKET; PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-515 (Rear Yard of a Through Lot) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback (adjacent to W 12th St) from 25 feet (required) to 20 feet (requested) in order to rebuild a detached garage in an “SF-3-NP”, Single-Family Residence-Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (West Austin Neighborhood Group) Note: Per LDC 25-2-515 Rear Yard of Through Lot for a Through Lot, a rear yard must comply with the minimum requirements applicable to a front yard. 3. C15-2026-0024 Linda Sullivan for Bennett Leventhal & Young Shin Kim 3408 Mount Bonnell Road On-Line Link: ITEM03 ADV PACKET; NO PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2- 492 (Site Development Regulations) from impervious coverage requirements to increase I.C. from 45% (maximum allowed) to 51% (requested), existing (56.25%), in order to …
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Monday, June 8, 2026 The BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT convened in a Regular meeting on Monday, June 8, 2026, at 301 West 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Jeffery Bowen called the Board of Adjustment Meeting to order at 5:36 PM. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance in-Person: Jeffery Bowen-Chair, Haseeb Abdullah, Sameer S Birring, Bianca A. Medina-Leal, Michael Von Ohlen, Corry Archer-McClellan-Alternate Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Maggie Shahrestani-Vice Chair, Tommy Ates (late 6:10pm), Yung-ju Kim, Brian Poteet, Suzanne Valentine-Alternate Board Members/Commissioners Absent: Jessica Cohen, Melissa Hawthorne APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Board of Adjustment Regular meeting on May 11, 2026 On-Line Link: May 11, 2026 draft minutes The minutes from the meeting on May 11, 2026, were approved on Board Member Haseeb Abdullah, Board Member Corry L Archer-McClellan second, on 10-0 Vote (Board member Thomas Ates-no vote-late). PUBLIC HEARINGS Discussion and action on the following cases Item05 C15-2026-0014 -Withdrawn by the applicant New variance cases: 2. C15-2026-0020 Leonard Winn and Katherine Winn 6508 Highpoint Cove On-Line Link: ITEM02 ADV PACKET ; PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a variance from the Land Development Code, Section 25- 2-899 (Fences as Accessory Uses) to increase the height from six (6) feet (maximum allowed) to eight feet (8’) feet (requested), in order to erect a fence along street side (North) property line in a “SF-2-NP”, Single-Family-Neighborhood Plan zoning district (University Hills Neighborhood Plan). Note: The Land Development Code 25-2-899 Fences as Accessory Uses (A) Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, a fence: (1) is permitted as an accessory use in any zoning district; and (2) must comply with the requirements of this section. (B) In this section: (1) an ornamental fence is a fence with an open design that has a ratio of solid material to open space of not more than one to four; and (2) a solid fence is a fence other than an ornamental fence. (C) The height restrictions of this section do not apply to an ornamental fence. (D) Except as otherwise provided in this section, a solid fence constructed along a property line may not exceed a height of six feet measured from the natural grade up. (E) If there is a change in grade of at least one foot measured along any run of a solid fence along a property line, then the portion of the fence where …
BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2026-0023 BOA DATE: Monday, July 13th, 2026 ADDRESS: 2205 Quarry Rd COUNCIL DISTRICT: 10 OWNER: John L Lohr AGENT: Samantha Riddell ZONING: SF-3-NP (WANG) LEGAL DESCRIPTION: E 64.5 FT OF LOT 4 BLK 2 WESTFIELD A VARIANCE REQUEST: LDC, Section 25-2-515 (Rear Yard of a Through Lot) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback (adjacent to W 12th St) from 25 feet (required) to 20 feet (requested). SUMMARY: rebuild a detached garage ISSUES: mature trees; existing garage in same location destroyed by fire ZONING LAND USES Site North South East West SF-3-NP SF-3-NP SF-3-NP SF-3-NP SF-3-NP Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Independent School District Austin Neighborhoods Council Central West Austin Neighborhood Plan Contact Team Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Preservation Austin Save Barton Creek Assn. TNR BCP – Travis County Natural Resources West Austin Neighborhood Group ITEM02/1 June 24, 2026 Samantha Riddell 2205 Quarry Rd Austin TX, 78703 Property Description: E 64.5 FT OF LOT 4 BLK 2 WESTFIELD A Re: C15-2026-0023 Dear Samantha, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance(s) from – LDC-25-2-515 at address 2205 Quarry Rd. Austin Energy does not oppose this request, provided that any proposed or existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s Clearance and Safety Criteria, the National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA requirements. Any removal or relocation of existing facilities will be at the owner’s/applications expense. Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements which are additional conditions of the above review action: https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/utilities_criteria_manual?nodeId=S1AUENDECR_1 .10.0CLSARE If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Ashleigh Woolf, Project Assistant Austin Energy Public Involvement | Real Estate Services 4815 Mueller Blvd Austin, TX 78723 (512) 972-8400 ITEM02/2 -LIi CITY OF AUSTIN t ve1onmen SERVICESIDEPARTMENT De Building a Better and Safer Austin Together Board of Adjustment General/Parking Variance Application ~ I Phone: 311 (or 512-974-2000 outside Austin) For submittal and fee information, see td· ·t Id I t r t WARNING: Filing of this appeal stops all affected construction activity. This application is a fillable PDF that can be completed electronically. To ensure your information is saved, click here to Save the form to your computer, then open your copy and continue. The Tab key …
BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2026-0024 BOA DATE: Monday, July 13th, 2026 ADDRESS: 3408 Mount Bonnell Rd COUNCIL DISTRICT: 10 OWNER: Bennett Leventhal & AGENT: CleanTag Permits -Linda Sullivan Young Shin Kim ZONING: SF-3 LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 5 BLK A MOUNT BONNELL TERRACE SEC 1 VARIANCE REQUEST: LDC, Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from impervious coverage requirements to increase I.C. from 45% (maximum allowed) to 51% (requested), existing (56.25%) SUMMARY: complete a remodel/addition ISSUES: LDC restrictions, topography ZONING LAND USES Site North South East West SF-3 SF-3 SF-3 P LA Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Greenbelt Lake Austin NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Neighborhoods Council Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Highland Park West Balcones Area Neighborhood Assn. Long Canyon Phase II & III Homeowners Assn Inc. Preservation Austin TNR BCP – Travis County Natural Resources ITEM03/1 June 24, 2026 Ms.. Linda Sullivan 3408 Mount Bonnell Rd Austin TX, 78731 Property Description: LOT 5 BLK A MOUNT BONNELL TERRACE SEC 1 Re: C15-2026-0024 Dear Linda, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance request from LDC Section 25-2-492 (D) at 3408 Mount Bonnell. Austin Energy does not oppose the request, provided that any proposed or existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s Clearance & Safety Criteria, the National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA requirements. All signage will need to stay out of Austin Energy easements and 5’ from existing underground electric lines. Any removal or relocation of existing facilities will be at the owner’s/applicant’s expense. Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements which are additional conditions of the above review action: https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/utilities_criteria_manual?nodeId=S1AUENDECR_1 .10.0CLSARE If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Ashley Robinson, project assistant Austin Energy Public Involvement | Real Estate Services 2500 Montopolis Drive Austin, TX 78741 (512) 322-6050 ITEM03/2 ITEM03/3 Portion of the City of Austin Land Development Code applicant is seeking a variance from: 25-2-492 (D) (Site Development Regulations) to increase the maximum impervious cover from ____________________________________________________________________________ 45% (required limit) to 51% (requested) in order to remodel an existing single-family residence ____________________________________________________________________________ in an SF-3 zoning district. Exisitng impervious coverage is 56.25% ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Section 2: Variance …
BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2026-0027 BOA DATE: Monday, July 13th, 2026 ADDRESS: 6302 Shadow Valley Dr COUNCIL DISTRICT: 10 OWNER: Paul & Heather Fink AGENT: Denali Pools -Jacob Rogers ZONING: SF-3 LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 28 HIGHLAND HILLS SEC 9 PHS 2 VARIANCE REQUEST: LDC, Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from impervious coverage requirements to increase I.C. from 45% & 6,008 square feet (maximum allowed) to 54.5% & 7,280 square feet (requested) SUMMARY: remodel/addition of a pool and deck ISSUES: topography, protected trees, & utility easements ZONING LAND USES Site North South East West SF-3 SF-3 SF-3 SF-3 SF-3 Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Neighborhoods Council Friends of Austin Neighborhoods NW Austin Neighbors Northwest Austin Civic Association TNR BCP – Travis County Natural Resources ITEM04/1 ITEM04/2 ITEM04/3 ITEM04/4 ITEM04/5 ITEM04/6 ITEM04/7 ITEM04/8 ITEM04/9 ITEM04/10 ITEM04/11 ITEM04/12 SF Item 13,353 Lot Area Allowed IC 6,008 Existing IC 7,280 Proposed IC 7,280 0 Net Increase ITEM04/13 ITEM04/14 ITEM04/15 ITEM04/16
DENALI POOLS Board of Adjustment Variance Request 6302 Shadow Valley Drive July 13, 2026 Jacob Rogers, Agent for Denali Pools On behalf of Paul & Heather Fink ITEM04/1-PRESENTATION The Property Lot 28, Highland Hills Section 9, Phase 2 | Zoning: SF-3 Address 6302 Shadow Valley Drive, Austin, TX 78731 Lot Size 13,353 SF Original Pool Built 1976 — predates current Land Development Code Impervious Cover Limit 45% (6,008 SF) under SF-3 zoning Site survey — Hodgkiss Surveying, 11/24/2020 ITEM04/2-PRESENTATION The Pool Is Failing Original 1976 structure — cracked shell, can no longer hold water Structural cracking throughout the pool shell Heaving and separation at the deck joints Chronic water loss — cannot be repaired further Deteriorating stone retaining wall and surrounding hardscape A 50-year-old structure at the end of its serviceable life. ITEM04/3-PRESENTATION Deterioration in Detail Current condition of the pool and deck Algae accumulation, organic debris, and visible wear on the coping and decking are consistent with a shell that has been slowly failing for years and can no longer maintain proper water chemistry. ITEM04/4-PRESENTATION Mature Protected Trees Constrain the Lot Three large Live Oaks limit where a pool can be built Tree #1 — 42.5" Live Oak Tree #2 — 35" Live Oak Tree #6 — 32" Live Oak These are large, established trees — decades old and protected under the City's tree ordinance. Their critical root zones (shown in green) surround the existing pool on three sides, leaving no reasonable alternate location on the lot. ITEM04/5-PRESENTATION Why the Existing Footprint Is the Only Option Two site-specific factors leave no alternative to rebuilding where the pool already sits: 1. Mature protected trees Three large Live Oaks and their root zones occupy most of the remaining usable yard, ruling out relocating the pool elsewhere on the lot. 2. Steep topography The survey shows significant grade change across the lot; the existing pool sits on the one graded, buildable area. Together, these constraints mean the only realistic path forward is to demolish and rebuild in the exact same footprint. ITEM04/6-PRESENTATION What We're Proposing Demolish the failing 1976 pool and rebuild in the exact same footprint. No expansion of the pool or decking No new impervious surface — zero net change in coverage Same location as the pool that has existed since 1976 Modern, code-compliant pool with required safety barriers Pool equipment relocated into the existing garage ITEM04/7-PRESENTATION Impervious Coverage Analysis …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM 03 DATE: Monday June 8, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0021 ___Y____Thomas Ates (D1) ___Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ___-____Jessica Cohen (D3) OUT ___Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ___-____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) OUT ___Y____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) ___Y____Sameer S Birring (D7) ___Y____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) ___Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) ___Y____Jeffery L Bowen (M) ___Y____Corry L Archer-McClellan (Alternate) (M) ___Y____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ___-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: George Siddall OWNER: George Siddall ADDRESS: 2101 ARPDALE STREET VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) (D) from setback requirements for a street side setback of 15 feet (required) to 0 feet (requested) in order to maintain a Carport in a “SF-3”, Single-Family zoning district. BOARD’S DECISION: The public hearing was closed by Chair Jeffery Bowen, Board Member Michael Von Ohlen’s motion to postpone to July 13, 2026, Board member Haseeb Abdullah second on 11-0 votes; POSTPONED TO JULY 13, 2026. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: ITEM05/1 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property, will not impair the use of adjacent conforming property, and will not impair the purpose of the regulations of the zoning district in which the property is located because: Elaine Ramirez Executive Liaison Jeffery Bowen Chairman forITEM05/2 ITEM05/3 ITEM05/4 ITEM05/5 ITEM05/6 ITEM05/7 Variance case C15-2026-0021, examples of covered parking near 2101 Arpdale 1 ITEM05/8 2 ITEM05/9 3 ITEM05/10 4 ITEM05/11 BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2026-0021 BOA DATE: Monday, June 8th, 2026 ADDRESS: 2101 Arpdale St OWNER: George Siddall COUNCIL DISTRICT: 5 AGENT: N/A ZONING: SF-3 LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 1-2 BLK 9 RABB INWOOD HILLS VARIANCE REQUEST: LDC 25-2-492, setback requirements for a street side setback of 15 feet (required) to 0 feet (requested) SUMMARY: maintain a carport ISSUES: corner lot ZONING LAND USES Site North South East West SF-3 SF-3 SF-3 SF-3 SF-3 Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Independent School District Austin Neighborhoods Council Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Friends of Zilker Homeless Neighborhood Association Perry Grid 614 Preservation Austin Save our Springs Alliance South Central Coalition TNR BCP …
C15-2026-0021 / 2101 Arpdale St George Siddall additional presentation for July 13, 2026, BOA Meeting 1 ITEM05/1-PRESENTATION The house was built in 1950 on an unusually narrow corner lot (about 57 feet wide where most lots are more than 60 feet), which restricts the buildable area. The house was set back only 12 feet from the side street rather than the current requirement of 15 feet, and there is no other location for a driveway. The layout has minimal impervious cover and maximizes space for trees and gardening. Vehicles in the short drive are damaged by sun and acidic discharge and shedding of limbs from the large protected pecan tree next to the drive. 2101 Arpdale, view of driveway on Ann Arbor 2 ITEM05/2-PRESENTATION Most properties in the area are wider and require only a 5-foot side setback, allowing covered parking or awnings at least 12 feet deep alongside the house. Examples are shown in the photos beginning on page 4. In storms in May and June this year, broken tree limbs fell on at least ten properties within a block of 2101 Arpdale. Most of those properties have covered parking 5 feet or less from the side boundary, protecting vehicles from damage. In the case of 2101 Arpdale, strict adherence to the additional side setback denies the owner the reasonable protection of driveway parking that is otherwise code compliant and available to other properties in the area. The presentation submitted at the Board’s hearing on June 8, 2026, and the letter from the Zilker Neighborhood Association contain more information regarding possible code changes that could be relevant to this case. 3 ITEM05/3-PRESENTATION Variance case C15-2026-0021, examples of covered parking near 2102 Arpdale 4 ITEM05/4-PRESENTATION 5 ITEM05/5-PRESENTATION 6 ITEM05/6-PRESENTATION 7 ITEM05/7-PRESENTATION
BOA Monthly Report July 2025-June 2026 June 8, 2026 Granted 2 1. 25-2-899 (Fences as Accessory Uses) to increase the height (fence) 2. 25-2-832 (Private Schools)(1) to reduce the minimum required roadway width Postponed 1 1. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) (D) from setback requirements for a street side setback Withdrawn 1 1. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) (D) from setback requirements for a front setback Denied 0 Discussion Items 4 JUN 2026 Interpretations JUN 2026 BAAP 0 new inquiries 1 (Added JUN8# 2026) The deposition of the case items: Granted Postponed Withdrawn Denied Discussion Items 20 18 1 7 23 Board members absent: Jessica Cohen, Melissa Hawthorne (1 vacant alternate position) MAY 11, 2026 Granted 3 3. 25-10-128 (Neighborhood Commercial Sign District Regulations (B) to allow from one (1) freestanding sign (maximum allowed), to adding one (1) additional freestanding sign (total of two (2) 4. 25-2-492 Site Development Regulations) and North University Neighborhood Association NCCD Ord. No. 040826-58, PART 7 (Residential District)(1) from: lot size requirements to decrease minimum lot size, setback requirements for a front yard setback and from North University Neighborhood Association NCCD Ord. No. 040826-58 PART 6 (7) Parking (g) to reduce on-site parking 5. 25-2-779 (Small Lot Single-Family use) from: (F) (1) lot size requirements to decrease minimum lot size, (F) (4) (c) (i) from setback requirements for a front yard setback and Land Development Code, Section 25-2-735 (Festival Beach Subdistrict Regulations) (D)(1) from Impervious Coverage requirements to increase Postponed 1 2. 25-2-492 Site Development Regulations) (D) from setback requirements for a front setback Withdrawn 0 Denied 1 1. 25-2-814 (Service Station Use) (3) to increase queue lanes (Reconsideration request by neighbor of a previous approved case- denied) Discussion Items 4 APR 2026 Interpretations APR 2026 BAAP 0 new inquiries 0 (Added MAY11# 2026) The deposition of the case items: Granted Postponed Withdrawn Denied Discussion Items 18 17 0 7 19 Board members absent: Jessica Cohen, Bianca A. Medina-Leal (1 vacant alternate position) APRIL 13, 2026 Granted 6 1. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from setback requirements to decrease the interior yard setback 2. 25-2-899 (Fences as Accessory Uses) to increase the height 3. 25-10-191 (Sign Setback Requirements), (F) to decrease the setback from street right-of-way, (F) (1) to increase height, (F) (2) to decrease clearance 4. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from setback requirements to decrease the interior yard setback 5. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from setback requirements …
- REGULAR MEETING OF THE AUSTIN-TRAVIS COUNTY FOOD POLICY BOARD MONDAY, JULY 13, 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: Lisa Barden, Chair Andrea Abel Marissa Bell, Vice- Chair Beth Corbett Nitza Cuevas Kacey Hanson Seanna Marceaux Melody McClary Erin McDonald Natalie Poulos 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 Special Called Meeting on Monday, June 8, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding community gardens on City-owned land. Presentation by Lindsay Loftin, Community Garden Program Manager, Austin Parks and Recreation. 3. 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. 10. Discuss the Annual Internal Review. Discuss advocacy points of contact for each board member, both at the City Council and County Commissioners Court level. 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. Discussion of future strategic planning – delay until vacancies are …
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Austin-Travis County Food Policy Board Recommendation Number: [2026-7-13] (XXX is the agenda item number): [Healthy Food Worker Incentive and Rebate Pilot Program] WHEREAS, the Austin food and beverage industry is a cornerstone of the local economy, culture, and tourism sector and is among the largest employment sectors in the city; and WHEREAS, food and beverage workers face significant economic challenges, including low wages, limited access to healthcare benefits, and workplace instability, while many locally owned businesses operate on narrow profit margins that make investments in workforce supports difficult; and WHEREAS, independent and locally owned food and beverage businesses contribute significantly to Austin's unique culture, economic vitality, and neighborhood character, yet often face greater challenges than larger corporate operators in providing workforce benefits and absorbing increases in labor-related costs; and WHEREAS, the Austin-Travis County Food Plan, adopted by Austin City Council, includes Strategy 3.4, which calls for supporting livable wages for food workers through incentives such as rebates, tax incentives, and wage supplements for food system employers who pay a livable wage; and WHEREAS, improving job quality through higher wages, healthcare access, paid leave, and workforce stability advances the City's goals related to economic mobility, public health, workforce development, small business resiliency, and equitable economic opportunity; and WHEREAS, Chapter 380 of the Texas Local Government Code authorizes municipalities to establish economic development incentive programs that provide measurable public benefits and advance community priorities; and WHEREAS, a Healthy Food Worker Incentive and Rebate Pilot Program would provide an opportunity for the City of Austin to test and evaluate an innovative economic development tool that supports both food and beverage businesses and the workers who power Austin's local food economy; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Austin-Travis County Food Policy Board recommends that the Austin City Council direct the Economic Development Department, through its Business Incentives Division, to develop and implement a Chapter 380 Healthy Food Worker Incentive and Rebate Pilot Program for independent, locally owned food and beverage businesses operating within the City of Austin. . BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the pilot program should be designed to incentivize high-road employment practices, defined as business practices that invest in workers through quality jobs, competitive wages, benefits, opportunities for advancement, and safe, stable workplaces, in order to improve worker health, economic mobility, retention, and workplace stability, including but not limited to living wages, healthcare access, paid leave, workforce …
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PANEL MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. VIRTUAL MEETING Art in Public Places Panel may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: Art in Public Places Panel: July Virtual Special Called Meeting | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams. 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 Art in Public Places Manager Jaime Castillo at jaime.castillo@austintexas.gov or (512) 974-7852. CURRENT PANEL MEMBERS: Kristi-Anne Shaer, Chair Heidi Schmalbach, Arts Commission Liaison Andrew Danziger Camille Jobe AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Lindsey Millikan, Vice Chair Fatima Carbajal Bernardo Diaz 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 Art in Public Places Panel Regular meeting on July 6, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Art in Public Places Program, including Conservation, Current Projects and Milestones. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, AIPP Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Sensory Lounge Art in Public Places Project Concept Design. Presentation by Rakhee Jain Desai, Art in Public Places Artist, and Alex Irrera, AIPP Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Quiet Energy Space for Children Art in Public Places Project Concept Design. Presentation by Lucas Aoki, Art in Public Places Artist, and Alex Irrera, AIPP Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. Approve a recommendation to the Arts Commission as the Deaccession Jury of Art in Public Places artwork Crosswalk on the Lake by Mery Godigna Collet and Luis R. Gutierrez. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, AIPP Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Approve a recommendation to Arts Commission for the Spicewood Springs Corridor Art in Public Places Project Final Design. Presentation by Christine Rojek, Art in Public Places Artist, and Frederico Forte, AIPP Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, ROOM 1101 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Animal 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 Nekaybaw Watson at nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2562. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Jules Maron, Chair, D3 Jo Anne Norton, Vice Chair, D7 Jennifer Daniel, Parliamentarian, D6 Koby Ahmed, Mayor Beatriz Dulzaides, D2 Erin Ferguson, D8 Whitney Holt, D5 Sarah Huddleston, D9 David Loignon, D10 Nancy Nemer, Travis County Dr. Paige Nilson, D4 Erin Van Landingham, D1 CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA 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 Animal Advisory Commission Regular meeting on June 8, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding monthly reports. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services and Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services. Staff briefing regarding the microchip/vaccine clinic, July 4th runaway pet numbers and 311 policies regarding deceased animals . Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services and Jason Garza, Assistant Director , Austin Animal Services. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Presentation regarding Petco Love Platform and the exploration of pet reunification platforms. Presentation by Misty Valenta, Animal Services Director, Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter and Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Discussion and presentation regarding New World Screwworm Crisis. Presentation by Dr. Debbie Elliot, Program Manager, Veterinary Services. Discussion clarifying previous statement in bylaws regarding No Kill Subcommittee. Discuss the Annual Internal Review Report for Animal Advisory Commission. Change in Chair for No Kill Subcommittee. 5. 6. 7. 8. DICUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 9. 10. Creation of a working group exploring compliance with the Texas Health and Safety Chapter 8-23 Creation of a working group to study the emergency intake procedures at Austin Animal Services. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin …
ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES JUNE 8, 2026 The Animal Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, June 8, 2026, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Nilson called the Animal Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 6:00 pm. Commissioners in Attendance: Dr. Paige Nilson, Chair, D4 Jo Anne Norton, Vice Chair, D7 Jennifer Daniel, Parliamentarian, D6 David Loignon, D10 Jules Maron, D3 Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Koby Ahmed, Mayor Beatriz Dulzaides, D2 Erin Ferguson, D8 Whitney Holt, D5 Nancy Nemer, Travis County Erin Van Landingham, D1 Commissioners Absent: Sarah Huddleston, D9 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Rochelle Vickery – Support Good Fix Rebecca Arizmendi – No Kill Initiatives Shelly Leibham – Spay Neuter and Over Crowding Suzie Chase – Kudos to Monica Dangler Shawna Simpson – Obstructions to Pet Reunions 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Animal Advisory Commission Regular Meeting on May 11, 2026. The minutes of the May 11th regular meeting of the Animal Advisory Commission as amended by Commissioner Dulzaides during the June 8th meeting were approved on Vice Chair Norton’s motion, Chair Nilson’s second on an 11-0 vote. Commissioner Huddelston was absent. The amendment was to insert “Commissioner Dulzaides abstained” to item 11. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding monthly reports. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services and Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services. Presentation given by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services and Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services. Staff briefing regarding the Austin Animal Services Donation Fund. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services, Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services, and Melissa Pool, Chief Administrative Officer, Austin Animal Services. Presentation given by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services; Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services; and Melissa Pool, Chief Administrative Officer, Austin Animal Services. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. 5. 6. Approve the election of Chair. The motion to approve Commissioner Maron as chair of the Animal Advisory Commission was approved on Commissioner Loignon’s motion, Commissioner Maron’s second on an 8-0 vote. Chair Nilson, Vice Chair Norton, and Parliamentarian Daniel abstained. Commissioner Huddleston was absent. The motion to approve Chair Nilson as chair of the Animal Advisory Commission failed on Vice Chair Norton’s motion, Chair Nilson’s second on a 3-2 vote. Chair Nilson, Vice Chair Norton, and Parliamentarian Daniel voted aye. Commissioners …
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION NO KILL SUBCOMMITTEE MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026, AT 4:00PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 1101 301 W 2nd STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the No Kill Subcommittee 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, nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov, 512-974-2562. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Whitney Holt, D5, Chair Beatriz Dulzaides, D2 Erin Ferguson, D8 CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL David Loignon, D10 Nancy Nemer, Travis County Erin Van Landingham, D1 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. DISCUSSION ITEMS 1. Discussion of definition of no kill thresholds. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Approve an Annual Schedule for the No Kill Subcommittee. 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 at Austin City Clerk’s Office Department, at 512-974-2562 or nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov, to request service or for additional information. For more information on the No Kill Subcommittee please contact Nekaybaw Watson at 512-974- 2562 or nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov.
No Kill Shelter Committee Annual Schedule Option 1 Every other month Possible Location: Austin City Hall Boards and Commissions Possible Time: 4:30-5:30pm Monday, May 11, 2026 Monday, July 13, 2026 Monday, September 14, 2026 Monday, November 9, 2026 No Kill Shelter Committee Annual Schedule Option 2 Once a quarter Possible Location: Austin City Hall Boards and Commissions Possible Time: 4:30-5:30pm Monday, June 8, 2026 Monday, September 14, 2026 Monday, December 14, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ETHICS REVIEW COMMISSION JULY 9, 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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Ethics Review Commission Special Called Meeting on June 11, 2026. WORKING GROUP UPDATE 2. Update from the Working Group to Review ERC Complaints Process (Commissioners Figueroa, Lawson, Low, McGiverin and Soliz). FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT Page 1 of 2 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 Lizette Benitez or Victoria Hayslett at the Law Department, at (512) 974-2518, to request service or for additional information; TTY users’ route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Ethics Review Commission, please contact Victoria Hayslett at (512) 974-2518. For the 2026 meeting schedule, agendas, and additional information about the Commission, see: Ethics Review Commission | AustinTexas.gov. ERC STANDARD PUBLIC COMMUNICATION INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE Regarding Public Communication Sign-in required: If appearing in person at the meeting, please sign in to speak with the staff liaison prior to the meeting being called to order. Please indicate the item or items on the agenda on which you are speaking if you …
REGULAR MEETING of the TOURISM COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 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 June 10, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation by Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment, regarding an overview of the Hotel Occupancy Tax Grants. Presentation by Laura Odegaard, Acting Division Manager. 3. Presentation by Austin Woman’s Club, 2026 Heritage Preservation Capital Grant recipient, regarding an overview of the organization, its role in the tourism industry and plans for their heritage grant. Presentation by Mary Ann Golden, President. 4. Presentation by Preservation Austin, 2026 Heritage Event Grant recipient, regarding an overview of the organization, its role in the tourism industry and plans for their heritage grant. Presentation by Bridget Gayle Ground, Learning and Engagement Manager. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 5. Discuss and approve the annual report of the Tourism Commission. WORKING GROUP UPDATE 6. Update from Hotel Occupancy Tax (H.O.T.) Grant Programs Working Group. STAFF BRIEFING 7. Briefing on commission deadlines and resources by April Thedford, Commission Liaison. 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 …
TOURISM COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, June 10, 2026 MINUTES The Tourism Commission convened in a Regular meeting on Wednesday, June 10, 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 • Greg Chanon, District 2 • Bishop Chappell, District 6 • Francisco “Cisco” Gomez, District 1 • Sophia Gonzalez, District 4 • Dani Pruitt, District 3 • Catherine Whited, District 9 Commissioner in Attendance Remotely: • Stefani Mathis, District 8 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Tourism Commission Regular Meeting on May 13, 2026. The minutes from the Tourism Commission regular meeting on May 13, 2026 were approved on Commissioner Gamez’s motion, Vice Chair Masters’s second on an 8-0 vote, Commissioner Chanon was off the dais. 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. 1 The presentation was made by Nikki Combs, Business Agent and Rachel McGee, Member, IATSE Local No. 205. Discussed. 3. Presentation by Unite Here regarding an overview of the organization and its role in the tourism industry. The presentation was made by Rachel Melendes, Political Director, Unite Here. Discussed. WORKING GROUP UPDATE 4. Commissioner Pruitt provided an update from the Hotel Occupancy Tax Grant Programs Working Group. The working group has been focused on outlining their goals which include: reviewing the grant application process, collecting and reviewing data received from grant recipients, learning more about the grant recipients, what grant are group giving out, what is the granting timeline. The working group will continue to meet and will provide an update at the next monthly meeting. Chair Bailey adjourned the meeting at 4:19 p.m. without objection. 2
AWC Presentation to the COA Tourism Board July 2026 COA Grant Application Photos Ballroom floors rotted floor jamr Ballroom Door, notice space between Door and Floor Ballroom floor with rot damage Door jam in Ballroom Rotted door s urround Third Floor Door deterioration Third Floor door , flaking paint third level Flaking off lead bas ed paint on metal c eiling Third Floor paint c rac king, peeling and flaking. Thank you! Mary Ann Golden AWC President 2026 - 2027
PRESERVATION AUSTIN was founded as the Heritage Society of Austin in 1953. As one of the oldest citywide preservation nonprofits in the United States, we’ve been advocates and stewards of our city’s historic places for generations bearing witness to Austin’s incredible growth. OUR MISSION Preservation Austin exists to empower Austinites to shape a more inclusive, resilient, and meaningful community culture through preservation. In the 1970s the Heritage Society’s revolving fund and major loan program supported many of the historic buildings we treasure today: In the 1970s the Heritage Society’s revolving fund and major loan program supported many of the historic buildings we treasure today: ● Bought and sold to preservationists ○ Lundberg Bakery ○ Eugene Bremond House ○ Hirschfeld Moore ○ Walter Tips Building ● Gave major loans to ○ Governors Mansion ($25,000) ○ Elisabet Ney Museum ($50,000) ○ Paramount Theatre ($70,000) ○ Austin History Center ($60,000) ● Saved the Driskill by buying the final $105,000 in stock needed to purchase and preserve it Today we’re focused on supporting legacy businesses, underrepresented heritage, and providing policy solutions to tackle major challenges facing our city. Today we’re focused on supporting legacy businesses, underrepresented heritage, and providing policy solutions to tackle major challenges facing our city. ● 2019 marked a phase of investment in expanded organizational capacity. ● Strategic plan emphasized representing the generational, cultural, and racial diversity of the city we serve. ● Capital campaign and rehabilitation of McFarland-McBee House as headquarters. ● Staff expanded from 2 to 5.5 to support advocacy, programming, and operations. Preservation Austin has applied for and received three heritage grants: Preservation Austin has applied for and received three heritage grants: ● 2022 grant for structural repairs to the McFarland-McBee House ($250K) ● 2023 grant for 2024 Homes Tour ($30K) ● 2026 grant for 2026 Legacy Business Month ($62,135) Process of applying for the heritage grants: Process of applying for the heritage grants: ● 2022 grant for structural repairs to the McFarland-McBee House ($250K) ○ Application/reporting managed by Executive Director ● 2023 grant for 2024 Homes Tour ($30K) ○ Application/reporting managed by Policy & Outreach Planner (communications staff) ● 2026 grant for 2026 Legacy Business Month ($62,135) ○ Application/reporting managed by Learning & Engagement Manager (programming staff) Plans for the grant: ● Legacy Business Month celebrates long-time businesses that shape Austin’s culture. ● October 2026 will mark our fourth year of this program, and 40+ businesses featured …
Annual Internal Review and Report Questions 1. Name of Board or Commission: Tourism Commission 2. Has the board or commission's actions throughout the year complied with City Council directives and bylaws? This should address all elements of the board's mission statement as provided in the relevant sections of the City Code. (Yes, No) Yes a. If No, please explain 3. How many recommendations did your board or commission approve? 2 4. Please list the recommendation numbers. Recommendation 20251117-007 Recommendation 20251117-008 5. Which recommendations are closely aligned to the organization's core mission and why? Both recommendations are aligned to the commission’s core mission. Recommendation 20251117-007 advised council on matters related to city infrastructure and facility investments related to tourism. Recommendation 20251117-008 supports the Rally Austin’s Bond Proposal, Rally Austin, the City’s first multi-purpose local government corporation, was created by Austin City Council to facilitate equitable, community-driven development and deliver projects that generate public benefit, including attracting tourism. 6. Which recommendations are adjacent to the organization's core mission and why? See Above, they are aligned, not adjacent 7. Please share any further context that could support or explain your recommendations. Optional 8. Is there another body that overlaps with the role and work of the board or commission you serve? (Yes, No) Yes a. If yes, which body? Downtown Commission, Arts Commission, Music Commission b. Please explain their alignment. Tourism impacts the downtown corridor; Hotel Occupancy Tax revenue is allocated to both the Cultural Arts and Live Music Fund. 9. Do the bylaws need to be updated? (Yes, No) No a. If yes, what would be the amendment (including section) and why? 10. On a scale of 1-10, how engaged are the board or commission members? 10 11. On a scale of 1-10, how engaged is the community? 3 12. Do you see any gaps in important policies that are not currently covered by a board or commission? (Yes, No) No a. If yes, please explain. 13. List the board’s goals and objectives for the new calendar year. The Commission’s goal is to provide guidance and strategic recommendations to the City Council on all matters related to hotel occupancy tax (HOT) revenue and tourism related initiatives to support the City’s economic vitality and cultural promotion. Our objectives for the next year are as follows: • Advise the City Council on the allocation, investment strategies, and annual budgeting of HOT revenue and related …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER ADVISORY BOARD WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER 600 RIVER STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center 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 Michelle Rojas, 512-974-3771, Michelle.Rojas@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Angelica Navarro (D-8), Chair Hilario “Larry” Amaro (D-10), Member Lynda Quintana (D-6), Member Noemi Castro (D-2), Member Raul “Roy” Reyna (D-1), Member Alexander “Al” Duarte (D-7), Member Selma Sanchez (D-9), Member John Estrada (D-3), Member Vacant (D-4), Member Cynthia “Cy” Herrera (D-5), Member Lillian “Lily” Zamarripa-Saenz (Mayor), Vice Chair 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 Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB- MACC) regular meeting of June 3, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing on June and July programs, marketing and outreach efforts, signature event planning, and staffing updates. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) Presenter(s): Olivia Tamzarian, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Marketing & Outreach Representative, Austin Arts Culture, Music, and Entertainment & Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager, Austin Arts Culture, Music, and Entertainment DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Financial Report for the ESB MACC by Acting Division Manager Michelle Rojas. (Sponsors: Herrera, Zamarripa-Saenz) Presenter(s): Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager, Austin Arts Culture, Music, and Entertainment 4. Discussion on Annual Internal Review Report. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) WORKING GROUP UPDATES 5. Update from the Strategic Planning Working Group (Sponsors: Herrera, Zamarripa-Saenz) 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 …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HIV PLANNING COUNCIL FINANCE AND ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, JULY 8TH, 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, Committee Chair Katherine Brandhuber Coats Brandon Diaz Judith Hassan Kelle’ Martin Henry Chan AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up no later than noon on 7/7/2026 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 June 10th, 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 the Assessment of Administrative Mechanism tool DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 7. Discussion and approval of the 2027 Needs Assessment Provider Capacity and Capability survey 8. Discussion and approval of the 2026 Needs Assessment Focus Group updates 9. Discussion and approval of final Notice of Award (NOA) funding reallocations 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, JULY 8, 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 June 10, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 803 Pressler St. Smoot-Terrace Park Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Construct a second story addition and renovate the first story of a non-contributing property. Applicant: Trey Farmer C14H-2013-0003 – 800 W. Cesar Chavez St. Seaholm Power Plant Council District 9 Proposal: Install one new rooftop mechanical unit and three types of security cameras on the building exterior. Applicant: Laurie Limbacher 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-2026-051667 – 4115 Avenue D Hyde Park Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Remodel a contributing building. Applicant: Mike McHone HR-2026-071919 – 1106 Rio Grande St. West Downtown National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Renovate Pease Elementary School. Applicant: Laurie Limbacher 1511 Rainbow Bend Old West Austin National Register Historic District Council District 10 Proposal: Construct a new residence. Applicant: Clean Tag Permits 8. 9. 10. HR-2026-071919 – 705 West Lynn St. West Line National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Construct a new residence. Applicant: Dan Illescas 1209 W 8th St. West Line National Register …
