Miranda Reinhard Environmental Scientist Senior, Watershed Protection Department DREDGE OF CHANNEL RD. LAGOON 4824 LAGUNA LANE, 78746 SP-2023-0376D 1 PROJECT LOCATION [2 PROJECT LOCATION Project Location Lake Austin Capitol 3 [ PROPERTY DATA • Lake Austin Watershed • Water Supply Rural Classification • Desired Development Zone • Full Purpose Jurisdiction • Council District 8 [4 PROPERTY DATA • Environmental features: • Critical Water Quality Zone • Wetland CEF • 15 Wetland Critical Environmental Features (CEFs) [5 VARIANCE REQUEST LDC 25-8-261(C)(9)(a) – CRITICAL WATER QUALITY ZONE DEVELOPMENT 1. The variance request is to allow more than 25 cubic yards of dredging in Lake Austin. 6 VARIANCE REQUEST • Restore channel navigability • Minimum amount of dredge volume to EXISTING restore navigable depth PROPOSED 7 VARIANCE REQUEST Dredge Requirements • LDC 25-8- 261(C)(9)(a) allows 25 CY dredge per site plan • Proposing dredge 4 ft in depth (down to 488.8’ depth) • Area of dredge: 174,000 sq ft • Volume of dredge: 11,237 CY of dredge PROPOSED DREDGE 8 VARIANCE REQUEST 4301 & 4307 Michael’s Cove Similar Property Examples: • 4301 & 4307 Michael’s Cove (SP-2010-0005D) • Project approved in 2010 • Dredge down to 489’ • Removed ~5,000 CY • Taylor Slough Silt Removal Project (SP-93-0380D) • Project approved in 1993 • Dredge down to 488.3’ • Removed ~2,500 CY Taylor Slough Silt Removal Project 9 VARIANCE REQUEST Dredge Requirements • Project proposes similar dredge depth and larger volume of dredge due to larger lagoon area • Proposing dredge 4 ft in depth (down to 488.8’ depth) • Area of dredge: 174,000 sq ft • Volume of dredge: 11,237 CY of dredge PROPOSED DREDGE 10 VARIANCE REQUEST Enhancements • 3:1 H:V slope at shoreline • Limit Dredging within CRZ of trees outside shoreline 11 VARIANCE REQUEST Additional Wetland Mitigation Plantings on land CWQZ Restored with 609S Lake Austin Additional Wetland Mitigation Plantings on shoreline Enhancements: • Additional Wetland Mitigation Plantings on shoreline • Additional Wetland Mitigation Plantings on land • Restore areas disturbed in CWQZ with 609S Wetland CEFs Required Wetland Mitigation 12 VARIANCE REQUEST Enhancements: • Measures to minimize/avoid sediment discharge • Stabilized construction entrance & access road • Silt fencing & mulch logs • Stabilized dewatering area for dredge bags Floating turbidity curtain • • Hydraulic dredging methods Access Road Stabilized construction Entrance Silt fencing & mulch logs Floating turbidity curtain 13 VARIANCE RECOMMENDATION Staff determines that the findings …
ITEM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA COMMISSION MEETING DATE: NAME & NUMBER OF PROJECT: NAME OF APPLICANT OR ORGANIZATION: December 4, 2024 Dredge of Channel Rd. Lagoon, SP-2023-0376D Stephen Hawkins, Aqua Permits LOCATION: 4824 Laguna Ln, Austin, TX, 78746 COUNCIL DISTRICT: District 8 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW STAFF: WATERSHED: Miranda Reinhard, Environmental Scientist Senior, Watershed Protection Department 512-978-1537, miranda.reinhard@austintexas.gov Lake Austin Watershed Water Supply Rural Classification Desired Development Zone REQUEST: Request to vary from LDC 25-8-261(C)(9)(a) to allow more than 25 cubic yards of dredging in Lake Austin. 05 SP-2025-0389D - Dredge of Channel Rd. Lagoon (W/R SP-2023-0376D); District 81 of 67 Page 2 of 2 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends this variance, having determined the findings of fact to have been met. STAFF CONDITIONS: Staff recommends the following conditions: 1. Protect the natural shoreline areas and larger wetland Critical Environmental Feature (CEF) W-13 by providing a 3:1 H:V slope from the lake bottom elevation at the shoreline to the final dredge depth. 2. Provide additional wetland mitigation plantings (2,125 plantings comprised of an equal number of 6 different species of FACW and OBL species) within 5 feet of the shoreline to a maximum depth of 1 foot. 3. Provide additional wetland mitigation plantings (1,321 plantings comprised of an equal number of 6 different species of FAC and FACW species) on the other 14 existing wetland CEFs on land. 4. Restore all areas disturbed in the Critical Water Quality Zone (CWQZ) per Standard Specification 609S.) 5. Limit dredging within the 25% and 50% Critical Root Zones (CRZ) of trees along the shoreline to outside of the existing concrete retaining walls. 6. Provide measures to minimize/avoid sediment discharge including: 1) stabilized construction entrance and access road from the Channel Rd entrance to the barge access location and, 2) silt fencing and mulch logs downslope of staging, storage and dewatering areas, and 3) stabilized dewatering area for dredge bags, 4) floating turbidity curtain downstream of the dewatering operation, and 5) floating turbidity curtain surrounding active dredge area. 7. Conduct dredging via hydraulic methods using floating excavator units and bagging of material. 05 SP-2025-0389D - Dredge of Channel Rd. Lagoon (W/R SP-2023-0376D); District 82 of 67 Watershed Protection Department Staff Recommendations Concerning Required Findings Project Name: Dredge of Channel Rd. Lagoon, SP-2023-0367D Ordinance Standard: Watershed Protection Ordinance (current code) Variance Request: Request to vary from LDC 25-8-261(C)(9)(a) to allow more than 25 cubic yards of dredging in …
REGULAR MEETING of the MBE/WBE and Small Business Enterprise Procurement Program Advisory Committee Tuesday, January 6, 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 …
Advancing Equitable Aging for African Immigrant Seniors Introduction: Career Research, Learning and Development Institute (CARLDI) is a community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving older African immigrants and other vulnerable seniors in Austin, Texas. CARLDI addresses this critical and often overlooked population, whose challenges include language barriers, cultural dislocation, social isolation, and limited access to aging services. Despite strong professional backgrounds, many are underemployed or excluded from economic participation. Our mission is strongly aligned with AARAC’s commitment to advancing equity, access, and inclusion for historically underserved communities. 2026 Strategic Goals • Serve at least 100 senior immigrants and vulnerable seniors. • Strengthen CARLDI as a trusted immigrant senior resource. • Expand partnerships with city agencies and advisory commissions. • Maintain strong fiscal accountability and program quality. Key Programs and Services • Assimilation and Citizenship, • Workforce, and career reintegration for seniors, • Health benefits, and financial literacy navigation, • Social inclusion programs that reduce isolation like Elders Circle. CARLDI’s Integrated Lifelong Learning Model CARLDI delivers a culturally grounded, year-round model. This holistic approach promotes aging with dignity, assimilation, and integration, reduces isolation, strengthens families, and supports economic independence. Policy Alignment & Community Impact CARLDI aligns with City of Austin equity goals, aging-in-place initiatives, workforce reintegration strategies, and immigrant inclusion policies. By supporting older African immigrants, CARLDI reduces dependency on emergency services, stabilizes multigenerational households, and elevates elders as cultural and civic contributors. Requested Action from AARAC CARLDI respectfully requests AARAC’s support in recommending funding, formal partnership, and policy inclusion for older African immigrants within aging and workforce initiatives. This partnership will enable CARLDI to deliver measurable outcomes in ESL, civics, citizenship education, digital literacy, and financial literacy in 2026. 12/31/2025(WWW.CARLDIINSTITUTE.ORG)
Right of Way Asset Management Plan (RAMP) Austin Transportation and Public Works | January 6, 2026 Our Network 7,979 lane miles of streets 1,216 traffic signals 75 miles of alleys 101 pedestrian hybrid beacons 4,000 miles curb and gutter 784 CCTV cameras 466 major bridges 810 culverts and pipes 20 pedestrian bridges 197,038 traffic signs 980 centerline miles of longline 6,900 crosswalks 2,900 miles of sidewalks 41,600 specialty markings 458 miles of bike lanes 139 miles of urban trails 300,000 trees 313 acres mowed + more! 2 Maintenance Strategy Reactive Maintenance • Reactionary work • Driven by CSRs and inspections • Annual operating funds Proactive Maintenance • Planned and scheduled maintenance work for the year • Annual operating funds Capital Projects • Larger renewal projects • Longer duration – typically over multiple FYs • Bond or other funded Right of Way Asset Management Plan (RAMP) 3 Annual Asset Plan Development Plan Implementation Complete planned maintenance work Data Collection and Analysis Conduct Asset Inspections and Analysis Annual Planning Develop work plan that align goals with available funding and resources Goal Setting Review Level of Service Condition and Performance Targets 4 FY26 Citywide RAMP Streets • 885 lane miles of maintenance Bridges • Maintenance on 16 structures • Scoping and design of 7 structures Signals • Preventative Maintenance to 1,254 signals and Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons (PHBs) Signal retiming to 409 traffic signals • Mowed Areas • 272 acres maintained Sidewalks • 5 miles of planned repairs Urban Trails • 46 miles of trail inspection and clearing Signs and Markings Replace 12,395 signs • • Maintain 297 centerline miles of long line • Maintain 2,443 crosswalks Paid Parking Stations • Inspect 855 on-street pay stations; plan to reduce total number of stations Trees • Address 300 metal tree grates Future Focus: Pedestrian Bridges, Speed Mgt, Alleys, Curb/Gutter 5 Asset Spotlights Streets Street and Bridge Operations carries out street preventative maintenance to enhance roadway conditions and extend the lifespan streets. This is achieved through the application of various surface treatment types tailored to the condition and the needs of the pavement. Activity Treatment Type Average Cost/Lane Mile Funding Source Planned FY26 Maintenance • Crack Seal Fog Seal • Seal Coat • • Overlay Total 200 miles 250 miles 275 miles 160 miles 885 miles Preventative Maintenance Renewal Crack Seal Fog Seal Seal Coat Overlay Rehabilitation $3,000 $10,500 $25,000 $155,000 $550,000 Reconstruction $2,000,000 TUF/Operating …
State of Bridges Urban Transportation Commission | January 6, 2026 Austin Transportation and Public Works Outline Bridge Inventory Condition Major Bridges Small Culverts/Bridges Pedestrian/Bike Bridges Funding Next Steps 2 Importance of Streets & Bridges Austin's streets and bridges are FOUNDATIONAL to mobility, connecting communities to opportunity. Connects – walk, bike, roll, transit, drive Safety and accessibility Health and sustainability Economic growth 3 Bridge Inventory Bridge Inventory – Types 466 Major Bridges National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) class bridges and culverts having an opening more than 20 FT. Inspected by TxDOT. 810 Small Culverts Small culverts, pipes, or bridges with spans of less than 20 FT carrying drainage water directly across ROW. Inspected by City. 20 Pedestrian/Bike Bridges Inspected by City. Urban trail bridges inventory and condition assessment to be developed by FY27. Major Bridge (NBIS Class Bridge) (a) (c) (b) (d) 5 Bridge Inventory – Age Average age: 45 years old. 3% are nearly 100 years old. 35% are past their anticipated design life of 40 to 50 years. Older bridges with increasing traffic loading will experience an accelerating rate of deterioration. Large block → surge in funding needs. 50 45 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 Avg. Age: 45 years Age of Major Bridges (466) Number of Bridges 45 46 41 40 40 36 30 As large block of bridges (60%) ages, expect surge in funding needs. 18 17 16 13 21 21 15 11 10 9 11 7 7 12 0-5 5-10 10-15 15-20 20-25 25-30 30-35 35-40 40-45 45-50 50-55 55-60 60-65 65-70 70-75 75-80 80-85 85-90 90-95 95-100 100+ Age Ranges in Years 6 Bridge Condition Major Bridges Small Culverts/Bridges Pedestrian/Bike Bridges Bridge Condition – How we assess health High Level Inspection Screening (System-Wide + Individual Bridge Health) Detailed Inspections Informed By… (Forms Individual Bridge Needs) Experience, Training, Education CSR 3-1-1 Composite Structural Rating (CSR) (Based on TxDOT Visual Inspection, NBIS) Bridges in need of maintenance, rehabilitation, or replacement 8 Bridge Condition – How we manage health Maintenance Rehabilitation + Replacement • Primarily reactive • Planned • Repair railings • Patch concrete • Prevent water from reaching re-enforcing steel • Repair fire damage + more • Funded through annual operating budget • Rehabilitating support …
From: To: Subject: Date: Robert Meadows Sirwaitis, Sherri Comment on Case C14-2025-0110 pending before ZAP Friday, January 2, 2026 10:05:31 AM External Email - Exercise Caution Dear Sherri, The property that is the subject of this application for rezoning is within the boundaries of the Walnut Creek Neighborhood Association (WCNA). The WCNA supports the rezoning request from LO to IP because this is an eminently rational rezoning of a small strip of land adjacent to a large parcel already zoned for IP. Please do not hesitate to contact me with questions or comments. Best regards, Robert Meadows President, 2025-2026 Walnut Creek Neighborhood Association 12005 Presa Drive, Austin, Texas 78753 anytime cell: 512 633 1459 CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov". 02 C14-2025-0110 - 12224 ½ N IH-35; District 71 of 1
2016 Bond Corridor Program Update Austin Capital Delivery Services Eric Bailey, Deputy Director January 6, 2026 Program Timeline 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 Community Engagement Planning Design Construction 2 Corridor Mobility Program Overview 2025 PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Construction Complete on: • Airport Blvd - Lamar to 45th St ($24.6M) • Slaughter Lane S Congress to Bluff Springs ($21.2M) • S Lamar W Mary/Evergreen Roundabout ($1.7M) • E Riverside Drive Signals ($4.3M) Construction Continues on: • Bike/Pedestrian improvements across corridors • Signal and Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons across corridors • Slaughter Lane – Brodie to Loop 1 • William Cannon Drive – Running Water to McKinney Falls Pkwy (CAMPO grant) Recently Awarded: • Slaughter – Mopac to Brodie ($13M) • Burnet Rd – Bright Verde Way to Loop 1 ($38.8M) • Burnet Rd – US 183 to Bright Verde Way ($26.2M Upcoming Bids: • South Lamar – Bluebonnet to US 290 – Spring/Summer 2026 ($30M) • North Lamar – Parmer to IH 35 Summer 2026 ($6M) RESOURCES • 2016 Mobility Bond website Local Mobility Annual Plan • 3 $360M completed, in construction or awaiting notice to proceed • Bike and Pedestrian improvement projects • Signal and Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon improvement projects • Multi-modal improvement projects $100-130M in leveraged funds • Grants • Private sector development • Partnering with Local Mobility Programs for greater impact • Partnering with Utility departments for dig-once opportunities $42M to Construction in 2026 AIRPORT BLVD Completed • Intersection @ Oak Springs Dr • Intersection @ Gunter St • North Lamar Blvd to 55th • Intersection @ E 40th St • Intersection @ Harvey St • North Lamar to 45th St Construction upcoming • E. MLK Blvd to Mokan Trail Bridge (Jan 26) • Mokan Trail Bridge to US 183 •Mokan Trail Bridge Replacement (by TxDOT) • 45th St to E. MLK Blvd (coordinating with TxDOT) 5 BURNET RD Completed • Koenig Ln to White Horse Trail • Intersection @ Braker Ln • Pedestrian and Bicycle Improvements north at Burnet and Twin Oaks Dr • AE Kramer Drainage Improvements Construction upcoming • US 183 to Bright Verde Way – Spring 2026 • White Horse Trail to US 183 – Spring 2026 • Bright Verde Way to Loop 1 – Spring 2026 6 E RIVERSIDE BLVD Completed • Montopolis Dr to SH 71 • Signal @ Tinnin Ford Rd/Burton Dr • Signal @ Willow Creek St …
RECOMMENDATION Urban Transportation Commission Recommendation Number 20260106-005: Mopac South WHEREAS, the Austin Strategic Mobility Plan (ASMP) sets a goal that by 2039, 50% of commutes will not be non-single occupancy vehicles; WHEREAS, the Austin Strategic Mobility Plans sets a target to achieve a 20% reduction in vehicle miles traveled (VMT) by 2039; WHEREAS, vehicle miles traveled per capita, congestion levels, commute times, and crashes in the Austin region have been increasing, and the region is not meeting the safety targets recommended in the Texas Transportation Institute’s (TTI) Regional Traffic Safety Plan; WHEREAS, expanding highways leads to developmental sprawl, increases in traffic, air pollution, and per-capita vehicle miles traveled, while failing to relieve congestion; WHEREAS, the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) recommended build alternative 2C for Mopac South proposes to add two tolled express lanes to Mopac Boulevard between Barton Skyway and 6th Street; WHEREAS, the CTRMA recommended build alternative additionally widens the bridge over Lady Bird Lake to five non-tolled general purpose lanes in both directions; WHEREAS, the CTRMA recommended build alternative includes significant elevated ramping of the highway between Barton Skyway and Rollingwood, while community feedback has consistently requested no elevated ramps; WHEREAS, City Council Resolution 20241212-066 directed the City Manager to work with CTRMA to align the Mopac South proposal with the ASMP, Austin Climate Equity Plan, and Project Connect Plan; WHEREAS, that same resolution called for a refined Mopac South project that would “reduce or not increase vehicle miles traveled and greenhouse gas emissions, reduce or minimize increases in impervious cover, minimize the loss of tree canopy, and minimize the widening of the existing roadway,” yet it is at best unclear that the recommended build alternative would meet these goals; WHEREAS, Council Member Ellis, the resolution’s sponsor and council-district representative of the project area, followed up with a letter requesting that the Mopac South project include no more than one additional lane in each direction, but the recommended build alternative does not align with this request; WHEREAS, the Travis County Commissioners Court requested that CTRMA produce an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) with a thorough study of alternatives before moving forward with the project, yet CTRMA has indicated they hope to conduct only an Environmental Assessment (EA); WHEREAS, Urban Transportation Commission Recommendation 20250401-003 built on the groundwork laid by City Council and requested that the Mopac South Project be removed from the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization …
Advancing Equitable Aging for African Immigrant Seniors: CARLDI’S Goal Priorities FY 2026 INTRODUCTION WHY THE INTEREST NOW: America’s demographic landscape is changing. Over the past decade, the population of African-born older adults in the United States has increased by more than 90 percent. Needs Assessment • African immigrant seniors and vulnerable seniors often face: • Language and cultural barriers • Limited access to workforce and adult education programs • Social isolation and reduced civic engagement. • Difficulty navigating public systems and services. • Technology and digital access gaps CARLDI’s Mission and Vision • Our mission is to be the adult education institute of choice for older African legal immigrants and other vulnerable seniors. Our vision is to participate in building a society where older African immigrants assimilate, integrate, and live purposeful, productive lives in America. Strategic Goals • Serve at least 100 seniors and vulnerable seniors annually. • Strengthen CARLDI’s role as a trusted resource for immigrant senior education. • Expand partnerships with local agencies and advisory commissions. • Achieve strong fiscal management with quarterly budget discipline. • Build organizational capacity through staff development and systems improvement Specific Careers and Courses • ESL/Citizenship Education/Culture and Assimilation • Benefits Navigation/Financial Literacy/Tech Basic/ Tax Education • Health Education (CAN, CPR etc.) • Teacher Education (Substitute) Benefits of our programs to our clients • Understand and navigate U.S. systems. • Improve English language use,financial literacy and digital skills. • Access health care and public benefits • Re-enter the workforce or contribute through mentoring and community leadership. • Build social connections that reduce isolation and improve well-being. Measurable Impact • In 2026, CARLDI will serve 100 older African immigrants, with clear outcomes: • At least 80 percent achieving proficiency benchmarks in ESL, civics, and citizenship preparation. • Improved health and benefits literacy • Increased social connection and improved self-confidence. • Access to pathways to employment, mentoring, or community leadership Financial Plan: The Budget Overview • .Total Quarterly Expenditures: $45,900 • Annualized Budget (Estimate) • Annual Income: $183,600 • Annual Expenses: $183,600 • Why Our Work Matters ? • CARLDI’s work directly aligns with the advisory priorities of the African American Resource Advisory Commission: • Equitable aging • Economic inclusion • Access to culturally responsive services • Recognition of the contributions of Black communities Our Request • We respectfully seek your support to recommend us for funding of $183,600 annual budget to implement and sustain …
ARTICLE 7. MEETINGS. (A) The board meetings shall comply with Texas Government Code Chapter 551 (Texas Open Meetings Act). (B) Board meetings shall be governed by Robert’s Rules of Order. (C) The board may not conduct a closed meeting without the approval of the city attorney. (D) The board shall meet monthly. In November of each year, the board shall adopt a schedule of the meetings for the upcoming year, including makeup meeting dates for the holidays and cancelled meetings. (E) The chair may call a special meeting, and the chair shall call a special meeting if requested by three or more members. The call shall state the purpose of the meeting. A board may not call a meeting in addition to its regular scheduled meetings as identified in its adopted meeting schedule, more often than once a quarter, unless the meeting is required to comply with a statutory deadline or a deadline established by Council. (F) Six members constitute a quorum. (G) If a quorum for a meeting does not convene within one-half hour of the posted time for the meeting, then the meeting may not be held. (H) To be effective, a board action must be adopted by affirmative vote of the number of members necessary to provide a quorum. (I) The chair has the same voting privilege as any other member. (J) The board shall allow public communication to address the board on agenda items and during a period of time set aside for public communications. The chair may limit a speaker to three minutes. (K) The staff liaison shall prepare the board minutes. The minutes of each board meeting must include the vote of each member on each item before the board and indicate whether a member is absent or failed to vote on an item. (L) The city clerk shall retain agendas, approved minutes, internal review reports and bylaws. The Austin Transportation & Public Works Department shall retain all other board documents. The documents are public records under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 552 (Texas Public Information Act). (M) The chair shall adjourn a meeting not later than 10 p.m., unless the board votes to continue the meeting. (N) Each person and board member attending a board meeting should observe decorum pursuant to Section 2-1- 48 of the City Code. (O) A member of the public may not address a board at a meeting on …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PANEL MONDAY, JANAURY 5, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. VIRTUAL MEETING Some members of the Art in Public Places Panel 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 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 Camille Jobe Andrew Danziger, Vice Chair Bernardo Diaz Lindsey Millikan 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 Art in Public Places Panel Regular meeting on December 1, 2025. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Art in Public Places Program, including Conservation, Current Projects and Milestones. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, Art in Public Places Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Discussion of Arts Commission Liaison Report on Action Items from December 15, 2025, Arts Commission Meeting. Presentation by Heidi Schmalbach, Arts Commission Liaison. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. Approve a recommendation to the Arts Commission for the Colony Park Pool Art in Public Places Project Final Design. Presentation by Chirs Tobar and Celica Ledesma, Art in Public 5. 6. 7. Places Artists and Bryana Iglesias, AIPP Coordination, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Approve a recommendation to the Arts Commission for the Faulk History Center Art in Public Places Project Final Design. Presentation by Suzy Gonzalez, Art in Public Places Artist and Bryana Iglesias, AIPP Coordination, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Approve a letter from the Art in Public Places Panel to the Arts Commission to support the clarification of how the AIPP 2% allocation is calculated. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, Art in Public Places Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Approve a recommendation to Arts Commission for recommended updates to the Art in Public Places Ordinance, Guidelines, and Policies per …
REGULAR CALLED MEETING OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION MONDAY, JANUARY 5, 2026, 4:00 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM, #1101 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Public Safety 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 remotely, contact Christi Vitela at participation by christi.vitela@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2792. telephone. To to speak register CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Nelly Paulina Ramírez, Chair Rebecca Bernhardt Enrique Duran II Kimberly Hidrogo CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Timothy Ruttan, Vice Chair David Holmes Michael Sierra-Arévalo Yasmine Smith AGENDA 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 Public Safety Commission regular meeting on December 1, 2025. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. Public Safety Quarterly Report, Austin Police. Presentation by Robin Henderson, Chief of Staff, Austin Police. Update on the Counsel at First Appearance Program. Presentation by Travis County Public Defender’s Office, Capital Area Private Defender Service, and Equity Action. 4. 5. Discussion of the Collective Sex Crimes Response Model (CSCRM) status of the project as of Q3 2025. Presentation by Hannah Senko, Project Manager, CSCRM Project. Discussion of Public Safety Commission officer roles, agenda, and succession planning. 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 Christi Vitela at the Austin City Clerk’s Office, at 512-974-2792 or christi.vitela@austintexas.gov, to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Public Safety Commission, please contact Christi Vitela at the Austin City Clerk’s Office, at 512-974-2792 or christi.vitela@austintexas.gov.
Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, December 1, 2025 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES Monday, December 1, 2025 The Public Safety Commission convened in a regular called meeting on Monday, December 1, 2025, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room, 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Ramírez called the Public Safety Commission Meeting to order at 4:03 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Nelly Paulina Ramírez, Chair Timothy Ruttan, Vice Chair Rebecca Bernhardt Enrique Duran II Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Kimberly Hidrogo Pierre Nguyễn Michael Sierra-Arévalo PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Joel Beder – Chicano Park Lori Renteria – Martin Park Carlos León - CapMetro APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on November 3, 2025. The motion to approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on November 3, 2025, was approved on Commissioner Bernhardt’s motion, Commissioner Duran’s second, on a 6-0 vote. Commissioners Carroll, Holmes, Orr, and Smith were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Public Safety Quarterly Report, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services. 1 Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, December 1, 2025 3. 4. The presentation was made by Wesley Hopkins, Chief of Staff, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services. Presentation regarding Vision Zero by Joel Meyer, Transportation Safety Officer, Austin Transportation and Public Works. The presentation was made by Joel Meyer, Transportation Safety Officer, Austin Transportation and Public Works. Introduction and overview of Austin Equity and Inclusion. Presentation by Dr. Lindsey Wilson, Director, Austin Equity and Inclusion; Shafina Khaki, Human Rights Officer, Austin Equity and Inclusion; and Emi Johnson, Interim Civil Rights Officer, Austin Equity and Inclusion. The presentation was made by Dr. Lindsey Wilson, Director, Austin Equity and Inclusion; Shafina Khaki, Human Rights Officer, Austin Equity and Inclusion; and Emi Johnson, Interim Civil Rights Officer, Austin Equity and Inclusion. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Budget Counsel at First Appearance Inclement Weather Response Public Safety Headquarters Whole Blood Wheelchair exits Sobering Center First Pilot Budget/Efficiency Improvements Community Member access to APD ADJOURNMENT Chair Ramírez adjourned the meeting at 6:00 p.m. without objection. 2
REGULAR MEETING of the MUSIC COMMISSION January 5, 2026 6:30 PM CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS ROOM 1001, 301 W 2ND STREET, Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the Music 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 Shelbi Mitchell, 512-974-6318, Shelbi.Mitchell@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Nagavalli Medicharla - Chair, Pedro Carvalho – Vice Chair, Joe Silva – Parliamentarian, Nelson Aguilar, Tami Blevins, Clarissa Cardenas, Clayton England, Cornice “Ray” Price Jr., Penny Jo Pullus, Celeste Quesada 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 Music Commission meeting on December 1, 2025. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing on Live Music Fund collections by Kim McCarson, Program Manager, Music & Entertainment Division, Austin Arts, Culture, Music & Entertainment (AACME). 3. Staff briefing on FY24 Austin Live Music Fund final reports by Erica Shamaly, Division Manager, Music & Entertainment Division, AAACME. 4. Staff briefing on Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS) live music performances/booking by Erica Shamaly, Division Manager, and Greg Gonzalez, Program Manager, Music & Entertainment Division, AACME. 5. Staff briefing on AACME funding programs by Laura Odegaard, Acting Division Manager, AACME. 6. Staff briefing on The Creative Reset Phase II by Candice Cooper, Acting Chief Administrative Officer and Marion Sanchez, Acting Public Information & Marketing Manager, AACME. DISCUSSION ITEMS 7. Downtown Commission update on priorities and recent actions by Parliamentarian Silva. 8. Music Commission strategic planning for 2026. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT 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. Please call Shelbi Mitchell at the Economic Development Department, at 512-974-6318, Shelbi.Mitchell@austintexas.gov, for …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON IMMIGRANT AFFAIRS MONDAY, JANUARY 5th, 2026, AT 6:30 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 1101 301 W 2nd ST AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Commission on Immigrant Affairs may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Nekaybaw Watson, 512-974-2562, nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS : Miriam Dorantes, Chair Adrian De La Rosa Aditi Joshi Diane Kanawati Melissa Ortega Caroline Solis AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Alondra Johnson, Vice-Chair Azeem Edwin Jeanne “Canan” Kaba Kate Lincoln-Goldfinch Meghna Roy Yohana Saucedo 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 Immigrant Affairs regular meeting on December 1st, 2025. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding the upcoming programs and services for immigrant support and a recap of Welcoming Week 2025. Presentation provided by Shafina Khaki, Human Rights Officer, Austin Equity and Inclusion and Rocio Villalobos, Immigrant Affairs Manager and DACA Liaison Officer, Austin Equity, and Inclusion. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Approve the Commission on Immigrant Affairs’ primary representative for the Joint Inclusion Committee. 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 Commission on Immigrant Affairs please contact Nekaybaw Watson at 512-974-2562 or nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov.
COMMISSION ON IMMIGRANT AFFAIRS REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MONDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2025 The Commission on Immigrant Affairs convened in a regular meeting on Monday, December 1, 2025, at 301 W 2nd St. in Austin, Texas. Vice Chair Johnson called the Commission on Immigrant Affairs meeting to order at 6:35 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Alondra Johnson (Vice-Chair) Adrian De La Rosa Diane Kanawati Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Azeem Edwin Aditi Joshi Canan Kaba Melissa Ortega Yohana Saucedo Caroline Solis PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Commission on Immigrant Affairs Regular Meeting on November 3, 2025. The minutes were approved on Commissioner Joshi’s motion, Commissioner Kanawati’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioner Edwin was off the dais. Chair Dorantes and Commissioners Lincoln-Goldfinch and Roy were absent. 1 STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding tenant and homeowner stabilization programs. Presentation provided by Susan Watkins, Division Manager, Austin Housing. The presentation was made by Susan Watkins, Division Manager, and Nefertitti Jackmon, Community Displacement Prevention Officer, Austin Housing. 3. Staff briefing regarding the Utility Assistance Program data and qualifications to apply. Presentation provided by Gerardo “Jerry” Galvan, Vice President of Customer Care Services, Austin Energy. The presentation was provided by Gerardo “Jerry” Galvan, Vice President of Customer Care Services, Austin Energy. Melissa Ortega dropped off in the middle of this item. 4. Staff briefing by Jennifer Peters, Division Manager Programs and Partnerships, Austin Public Library regarding an update on the enhanced library cards. The presentation was provided by Jennfier Peters, Division Manager of Programs and Partnerships and Christina Nelson, Division Manager, Austin Public Library. DISCUSSION ITEMS 5. Presentation by Gary Aaron, Senior Business Process Consultant, Austin Equity and Inclusion regarding Mapping Opportunity and identifying disparities across different Austin communities. Presentation was provided by Gary Aaron, Senior Business Process Consultant, Austin Equity and Inclusion and Shivani Datar, Business Process Specialist, Austin Equity and Inclusion regarding Mapping Opportunity and identifying dipartites across different Austin communities. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 6. 7. Update on the Budget Working Group regarding last meeting. Update by Vice Chair Johnson and Commissioner Kanawati. Update on the Quality-of-Life Study reading last meeting. Update by Vice Chair Johnson. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Presentation about changes to the asylum process – Commissioner De La Rosa ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned without objection at 8:50 p.m. on Commissioner Kanawati’s motion. 2
