ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20210203 003a Date: February 3, 2021 RATIONALE: Subject: Consider proposed annexation of 36 properties (approximately 115.4 acres) into Travis County Water Control and Improvement District No. 10, C12-M-2020-0137 Motion by: Kevin Ramberg Seconded by: Pam Thompson WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the annexation into the District will not affect the City of Austin’s annexation plans and staff does not anticipate any negative land use impacts on adjacent property; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that staff finds that direct water and wastewater service is not feasible given the properties are currently in the Camelot Water Supply Corporation CCN and due to the non-proximate location of the properties in relation to the City system; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that the regulations for development will follow the same rules and processes currently in effect if the District annexes the tract. THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends consent to the proposed annexation of the 36 properties, comprising 115.4 acres, into the Travis County Water Control and Improvement District No. 10. For: Thompson, Ramberg, Guerrero, Bedford, Coyne, Gordon, and Barrett Bixler Against: None Abstain: None Recuse: None Absent: Creel and Maceo VOTE 7-0 Approved By: Linda Guerrero, Environmental Commission Chair
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20210203 003b Subject: Springdale Green Planned Unit Development (PUD), C814-2020-0104 Motion by: Kevin Ramberg Seconded by: Katie Coyne Date: February 3, 2021 RATIONALE: code modifications: WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the applicant is requesting rezoning to PUD-NP; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the proposed PUD would require two environmental 1. from 25-8-261(B)(3)(C) is modified to allow a trail wider than 12 feet as shown on the Creek Plan; and 2. from 25-8-261 is modified to allow temporary construction staging within the CWQZ buffer per the Construction Laydown and Staging Limits exhibit; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission also recognizes that Staff recommends the rezoning to PUD-NP (with conditions). THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends the requested rezoning to PUD-NP with the following Staff Conditions: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Street yard trees will be a minimum of 2 caliper inches. Street yard landscape area shall be increased to a minimum of 30% of street yard area. Code required tree mitigation will be increased by 50%. A minimum of 15 trees will utilize silva cell technology and provide 1000 cubic feet of soil volume, which can be shared between a maximum of two trees. Adjacent landscape areas can also count towards the requirement. 15 acres of creek and floodplain will be restored per exhibits. 100% Green Stormwater Infrastructure for water quality. (a) Modify watershed boundaries and neighboring property pond to redirect flow of storm water away from the single-family homes located on Saucedo Street (b) If solution in (a) is not feasible due to impasse with neighbor, PUD will donate $400,000 towards a stormwater infrastructure solution that will benefit the houses on Saucedo Street. Cap impervious cover at 50% gross site area. Provide 19.82 acres of Open Space. Remove existing impervious cover not associated with Boggy Creek armoring from the critical water quality zone and restore with native vegetation. Capture rainwater and condensate to reduce landscape potable water usage by 50%. 12. Meet 3-Star green building rating for all buildings on-site. 13. Staff recommends that the following land uses be prohibited on the property: Automotive rental, Automotive repair services, Automotive sales, Automotive washing (of any type), Drop-off recycling collection, Equipment repair services, Equipment sales, Exterminating services, Funeral services, Kennels, Community garden, and Service station. and the following Environmental Commission Conditions: 1. 2. Staff work with the applicant to meet LEED and Sustainable Site …
ITEM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA COMMISSION MEETING DATE: February 3, 2021 NAME & NUMBER OF PROJECT: Springdale Green PUD C814-2020-0104 NAME OF APPLICANT OR ORGANIZATION: Michael Whellan Armbrust & Brown, PLLC LOCATION: 1011 AND 1017 Springdale Road COUNCIL DISTRICT: 3 WPD/ENVIRONMENTAL STAFF: Atha Phillips, Environmental Officer’s Office (512) 974-2132, Atha.Phillips@austintexas.gov WATERSHED: Boggy Creek and Tannehill Branch Watersheds, Urban Watershed Classification, Desired Development Zone ORDINANCE: Watershed Protection Ordinance REQUEST: To create a Planned Unit Development (PUD) STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the PUD with conditions. STAFF CONDITIONS: PUD will provide the following: 1. Street yard trees will be a minimum of 2 caliper inches. 2. Street yard landscape area shall be increased to a minimum of 30% of street yard area. 3. Code required tree mitigation will be increased by 50%. 4. A minimum will be 15 trees will utilize silva cell technology. 5. 15 acres of creek and floodplain will be restored per exhibits. 6. 100% Green Stormwater Infrastructure for water quality. 7. Modify watershed boundaries to redirect flow of storm water away from the single-family homes located on Saucedo Street. 8. Cap impervious cover at 50% gross site area. 9. Provide 20.71 acres of Open Space. 10. Remove existing impervious cover from the critical water quality zone and restore with native vegetation. 11. Capture rainwater and condensate to reduce landscape water usage by 50%. 12. Meet 3-Star green building rating for all buildings on-site. Page 2 of 2 Springdale Green PUD C814-2020-0104 Atha Phillips Environmental Officer’s Office Site Location Austin ETJ Austin City Limits Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone Edwards Aquifer Contributing Zone North Site Location North Background: • 30.18 acres • Boggy Creek and Tannehill Branch Watersheds • Urban Watershed Classification • Desire Development Zone • Brown Field site • Proposed Use: Office • Council District: 3 1987 Aerial – Tank Farm Site Location North Boggy Creek Watershed Tannehill Branch Watershed Boundary Site Location North Boggy Creek Watershed Tannehill Branch Critical Water Quality Zone Site Location North View from Springdale View from Airport Blvd. Required Open Space: 6.04 acres Provided: 19.82 acres Open Space Plan Restoration Plan Comparison: Existing Code Proposed PUD 100% capture volume or payment in lieu 100% Green Stormwater Infrastructure Water Quality Drainage No adverse impact No adverse impact. Site will modify watershed boundaries to pull flow of storm water away the single-family homes located on Saucedo Street Impervious Cover 90% Commercial Less than 50% Open Space …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET DISTRICT: 3 CASE: C814-2020-0104 ZONING FROM: GR-MU-CO-NP and RR-NP TO: PUD-NP ADDRESS: 1011 and 1017 Springdale Road SITE AREA: 30.18 acres PROPERTY OWNER: Jay Paul Company CASE MANAGER: Heather Chaffin (512-974-2122, heather.chaffin@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff supports the Applicant’s request for rezoning to PUD-NP. In addition to the superiority items outlined in Exhibit C- Tier One and Tier Two Requirements Matrices, Staff recommends that the following land uses be prohibited on the property: Automotive rental, Automotive repair services, Automotive sales, Automotive washing (of any type), Drop-off recycling collection, Equipment repair services, Equipment sales, Exterminating services, Funeral services, Kennels, Community garden, and Service station. AGENT: Armbrust & Brown, PLLC (Michael Whellan) For a summary of the basis of staff’s recommendation, see case manager comments on page 2. ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION ACTION: February 3, 2020: PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: To be determined. CITY COUNCIL ACTION: To be determined. ORDINANCE NUMBER: C814-2020-0104 2 ISSUES The subject property is currently undeveloped but is in the area generally known as the former East Austin Tank Farm. The Tank Farm area was used for storage of petrochemicals for decades before the uses were removed and environmental remediation occurred. This site was remediated in the 1990s but not to a level that would allow redevelopment with residential land uses; only office, commercial, and limited industrial land uses are permitted. The property is also significantly constrained by waterways, floodplain, and water quality buffer zones. There are heritage trees on the site. Please see Exhibit C- 1987 Aerial Exhibit. CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The property owner is proposing to rezone a 30.18-acre parcel from GR-MU-CO-NP and RR-NP to PUD-NP zoning to allow redevelopment of the property with office and commercial land uses. The property is located east of the intersection of Springdale Road and Airport Boulevard. Railroad right-of-way (ROW) forms the southern boundary. The subject property was previously used for religious assembly and automotive sales but is currently vacant. As stated above, the site is significantly constrained by creek buffers and floodplain. Surrounding land uses include Springdale General- a development with a wide mix of office and commercial land uses- to the north. Springdale General is zoned CS-CO-NP. North and to the east of the subject property is a SF-3-NP zoned residential neighborhood. Immediately to the south is GR-MU-CO-NP property with automotive sales land use. Further south, across the railroad ROW are properties zoned GR-MU-CO-NP, and PUD-NP. …
Updated January 2021 Environmental Commission Committee Members Committee Name Urban Growth Policy & Water Quality Protection Committee Chair Pam Thompson Urban Forestry Committee Peggy Maceo Members Perry Bedford Pam Thompson Kevin Ramberg Peggy Maceo Pam Thompson Linda Guerrero Other Committee Memberships Committee Name Joint Environmental/Parks Board Members Linda Guerrero Peggy Maceo Pam Thompson Balcones Canyonlands Conservation Plan Citizen’s Advisory Committee Joint Sustainability Committee* South Central Waterfront Advisory Board* None Katie Coyne Linda Guerrero * Member is elected by Council to serve a 2 year or 4 year term membership.
MEMORANDUM TO: Chair and Members of the Environmental Commission FROM: Andrei Lubomudrov Housing and Planning Department DATE: January 25, 2021 RE: Proposed annexation of 36 properties (approximately 115.4 acres) into Travis County Water Control and Improvement District No. 10 (District) C12M-2020-0137 On November 19, 2020, the City received an application requesting the City’s consent to the annexation of approximately 115.4 acres into Travis County Water Control and Improvement District No. 10 (District). The subject tracts are located south of Barton Creek Road approximately 2,000 to 2,500 feet southwest of the intersection of Canyon Rim Drive and FM 2244 in Austin’s extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) and in the Barton Creek Watershed. The District includes properties in western Travis County and is located in the City of Austin’s ETJ. A map identifying the tracts to be annexed into the District and its location relative to existing District boundaries and City jurisdictions is attached. The assigned case number is C12M-2020- 0137. Applicant’s Proposal The 36 properties requesting annexation are currently served by the Camelot Water Supply Corporation, which was formed to serve the Lower Camelot neighborhood and now purchases water from Travis County WCID 10 as a wholesale customer. In light of aging infrastructure, the properties served by Camelot have entered into an agreement with the District to be annexed and receive upgraded infrastructure as fully annexed ratepayers. The annexation would also enable the installation of high-pressure fire hydrants, which would be valuable in mitigating potential damage from wildfires in the area. Representatives of the property owners appeared before the District’s Board of Directors at its meeting on March 11, 2020, and the District Board approved the annexation request contingent upon receiving the City’s approval of the District’s annexation of the property. 1 • • • • • • City Review Process The Agreement Concerning Creation of the Travis County Water Control and Improvement District No. 10 (Consent Agreement) requires City approval for the annexation of land by the District. The District is considered a “noncity service district” and as such, the City is not authorized to place restrictions or conditions on this consent. If the City fails or refuses to consent within 90 days of receipt of a written request, the owner may petition the City to make available those services to be provided by the District. Failure to execute a mutually agreeable contract for services within 120 days constitutes authorization for inclusion …
Proposed Annexation into Travis County Water Control and Improvement District No. 10 Environmental Commission February 3, 2021 Consider a request for City consent to annexation of 36 properties totaling 115.4 acres into Travis County Water Control and Improvement District No. 10 (District) Overview City Review Process Applicant’s Proposal Staff Recommendation The Environmental Commission is asked to make a recommendation on the request for City consent to the proposed annexation 2 City Review Process City Code requires staff and commission review prior to Council action Evaluation in terms of: Impact on the City’s annexation program Land Use impacts Austin Water’s ability to provide direct water service Terms of City contracts with the District Environmental impacts Whether the annexation would induce development within the Drinking Water Protection Zone (DWPZ) beyond what would occur otherwise 3 Applicant’s Proposal Property owners connected to the Camelot Water Supply System are requesting annexation into District Annexation will allow the District to provide water service and upgrade aging infrastructure The District Board has approved the annexation request contingent upon receiving the City’s approval 4 Subject Tract Approximately 115.4 acres, currently developed or in floodplain Located south of Barton Creek Blvd. approximately 2,000 to 2,500 feet southwest of the intersection of Canyon Rim Drive and FM 2244 in Austin’s ETJ Barton Creek Watershed 5 6 7 Basis for Staff Recommendation Annexation of this tract into the District will not affect Austin’s annexation plans and staff does not anticipate any negative land use impacts on adjacent property Austin Water cannot provide service to these properties Regulations for development will follow the same rules and processes currently in effect if the District annexes the tract 8 Staff and Commission Recommendation Staff recommends consent to the annexation into the Travis County Water Control and Improvement District No. 10 The Environmental Commission is asked to make a recommendation on the request for City consent to the proposed annexation 9
ITEM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA COMMISSION MEETING DATE: February 3, 2021 NAME & NUMBER OF PROJECT: Springdale Green PUD C814-2020-0104 NAME OF APPLICANT OR ORGANIZATION: Michael Whellan Armbrust & Brown, PLLC LOCATION: 1011 AND 1017 Springdale Road COUNCIL DISTRICT: 3 WPD/ENVIRONMENTAL STAFF: Atha Phillips, Environmental Officer’s Office (512) 974-2132, Atha.Phillips@austintexas.gov WATERSHED: Boggy Creek and Tannehill Branch Watersheds, Urban Watershed Classification, Desired Development Zone ORDINANCE: Watershed Protection Ordinance REQUEST: To create a Planned Unit Development (PUD) STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the PUD with conditions. STAFF CONDITIONS: PUD will provide the following: 1. Street yard trees will be a minimum of 2 caliper inches. 2. Street yard landscape area shall be increased to a minimum of 30% of street yard area. 3. Code required tree mitigation will be increased by 50%. 4. A minimum of 15 trees will utilize silva cell technology and provide 1000cf of soil volume, which can be shared between a maximum of two trees. Adjacent landscape areas can also count towards the requirement. Page 2 of 2 5. 15 acres of creek and floodplain will be restored per exhibits. 6. 100% Green Stormwater Infrastructure for water quality. 7. (a)Modify watershed boundaries and neighboring property pond to redirect flow of storm water away from the single- family homes located on Saucedo Street (b) If solution in (a) is not feasible due to impasse with neighbor, PUD will donate $400,000 towards a stormwater infrastructure solution that will benefit the houses on Saucedo Street. 8. Cap impervious cover at 50% gross site area. 9. Provide 19.82 acres of Open Space. 10. Remove existing impervious cover not associated with the creek armoring from the critical water quality zone and restore with native vegetation. 11. Capture rainwater and condensate to reduce landscape potable water usage by 50%. 12. Meet 3-Star green building rating for all buildings on-site. Springdale Green PUD C814-2020-0104 Atha Phillips Environmental Officer’s Office Site Location Austin ETJ Austin City Limits Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone Edwards Aquifer Contributing Zone North Site Location North Background: • 30.18 acres • Boggy Creek and Tannehill Branch Watersheds • Urban Watershed Classification • Desire Development Zone • Brown Field site • Proposed Use: Office • Council District: 3 1987 Aerial – Tank Farm Site Location North Boggy Creek Watershed Tannehill Branch Watershed Watershed Boundary Site Location North Boggy Creek Watershed Tannehill Branch Watershed Critical Water Quality Zone Site Location North View from Springdale View from …
AUSTIN – TRAVIS COUNTY EMS ADVISORY BOARD MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, November 6, 2019 The Austin – Travis County EMS Advisory Board convened on November 6, 2019, 15 Waller Street, in Austin, Texas at 10:03 a.m. Board Members in Attendance: Tracy Dalbosco, Chris Ziebell, Lisa Harris, John Villanacci, Janice Bray Board Members Absent: Robert Ugaste, Jerry Staton Other Attendees: Travis Baker, Julie Potrykus, Vivian Holmes, Jasper Brown, Jason Pickett, Charles Brotherton 1. CALL TO ORDER – November 6, 2019 The meeting was called to order at 10:03 a.m. 2. QUORUM DETERMINATION A quorum was met and the meeting proceeded. 3. REVIEW AND APPROVE MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING Motion: The minutes for the regular meeting of August 7, 2019 were approved on a motion by Board Member Villanacci and seconded by Vice Chair Ziebell on a 5-0 vote. 4. RECEIVE CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS/COMMENTS None. 5. ELECT OFFICERS FOR 2020 Chair Dalbosco opened the conversation to consider officer elections and Board Members discussed. Motion: Board Member Villanacci motioned for Tracy Dalbosco to be re-elected as Chair and Dr. Christopher Ziebell to serve another term as Vice Chair; seconded by Board Member Harris on a 5-0 vote. 6. REVIEW AND ADOPT 2020 BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE Board Members discussed the schedule for 2020 and reviewed budget dates that would allow opportunity for the Board to make recommendations to City Council and Travis County Commissioners Court for the FY2020 Budget. Motion: Board Member Villanacci motioned to approve the schedule of first Wednesday of each quarter from 9:30 a.m.-11:30a.m., seconded by Board Member Harris on a 5/0 vote. 7. REVIEW OF SYSTEM REPORTS • Vice Chair Ziebell asked that the Board be shown reports in order to review, provide feedback, and help make improvements. There was a consensus amongst Board Members with being able to look at reports where improvements can be made. • Board Member Harris suggested that members take the next three months to review what is on the EMS dashboard and go from there on deciding what reports they would like to see regularly. This information could be presented to staff at the February 5, 2020 meeting. Chief of Staff Brown offered for the Board to hold a special meeting to review all the reports. EMS has limited resources, therefore narrowing down which reports the Board wants to see would be helpful. 8. RECEIVE UPDATES FROM SYSTEM AGENCIES REPRESENTATIVES: a) Medical Director’s Report: Mark Escott, …
M E M O R A N D U M TO: Public Safety Commission City of Austin Firefighters', Police Officers' and Emergency Medical Services Personnel Civil Service Commission Austin-Travis County EMS Advisory Board Office of the City Auditor FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: Request for Input on Mental Health Care for First Responders (Resolution No. Rey Arellano, Assistant City Manager January 25, 2021 20190619-092) The purpose of this memo is to request your input regarding mental health care for first responders as directed by Council Resolution No. 20190619-092, which highlights the growing concern regarding mental health issues and the significant impact they have on the overall wellness of public safety first responders. The Resolution directed the City Manager to develop a report that thoroughly explains and identifies gaps and opportunities for improvement. The Resolution further directed the City Manager to obtain input from your Commission/Board/Department on any gaps or areas of improvement. I would request your feedback during your February 2021 board meeting, or by the end of the next week after your respective Commission/Board meeting, or by February 19, 2021. The attached report (Attachment A) provides an overview of the following areas: 1. Current options available to first responders to support and manage mental health needs; 2. The current state of health care insurance coverage for first responders; 3. Maintaining privacy and protecting first responders from retaliation for disclosing personal mental health conditions and needs; 1 4. Law enforcement best practices and innovations, pre-screening and ongoing 5. Areas of improvement and next steps; and 6. First responder statements about the unique, on-the-job experiences they deal with evaluations; daily. The City Manager’s Office engaged the three public safety departments, Human Resources Department, staff psychologists, first responders, and public safety Association presidents to receive feedback. In addition, the Office of Medical Director reached out to the Dell Medical School and EMS reached to the Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG) to gain their feedback on this important topic. The gaps identified by stakeholders include the need for a contracted psychiatrist to provide psychiatric treatment; City’s insurance limitations with connecting to mental health providers and substance abuse treatment; mental health days for first responders; additional Peer Support program funding, support and activities; and the need for enhanced training for leadership within the departments in understanding the mental health needs of their employees. Staff had the opportunity to meet with first responders, Associations and the …
Water & Wastewater Commission Review and Recommendation COA Strategic Direction: Government That Works For All; Health and Environment; Safety February 3, 2021 Commission Meeting Date: February 18, 2021 Council Meeting Date: Department: Purchasing Client: Danielle Lord, Anna Bryan-Borja Agenda Item Recommend approval to award eight contracts for COVID-19 temperature screening services, with InGenesis, Inc.; Arch Staffing and Consulting, LLC; Donald L Mooney Enterprises, LLC; Acadia Workforce Inc.; Protouch Nurses, Inc.; Ascend National LLC; Capitol Medical Service, LLC; and First Medical Response of Texas Inc., each for a term of six months or until the contract amounts are expended in an amount not to exceed $3,700,000, divided among the contractors. Austin Water’s requested authorization is $653,591.25. Amount and Source of Funding Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Operating Budget of Austin Water. The Purchasing Office issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) 5000 TVN1035 for these services. The solicitation issued on October 26, 2020 and it closed on December 1, 2020. Of the 11 offers received, the recommended contractors provided the only responsive offers. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bids received, is available for viewing on the City’s Financial Services website, Austin Finance Online. Link: Solicitation Documents. N/A January 11, 2021 – To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. February 3, 2021 – To be reviewed by the Austin Water and Wastewater Commission. This solicitation was reviewed for subcontracting opportunities in accordance with City Code Chapter 2-9C Minority Owned and Women Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program. For the services required for this solicitation, there were no subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. Purchasing Language: Prior Council Action: Boards and Commission Action: MBE/WBE: These contracts will provide onsite COVID-19-related temperature testing and screening services at City facilities and will be available to all City departments that have a need for these services. The contractors will provide all personnel and equipment necessary to screen employees, visitors and delivery personnel. All responsive contractors will be awarded a contract, and contractors will be prioritized according to price-based rankings. City departments will place orders first with the lowest bidder. If the lowest bidder reaches capacity or is otherwise unable to accommodate City departments’ requests, departments will place orders with the next lowest bidder. PRICE ANALYSIS a) Solicitations: 132 notices were sent, including 12 MBE and 1 WBE firms with 2 MBE firms responding. b) Cost Analysis: The proposed …
Water & Wastewater Commission Review and Recommendation COA Strategic Direction: Government That Works for All; Safety February 3, 2021 Commission Meeting Date: Council Meeting Date: Department: Purchasing February 18, 2021 Client: Danielle Lord, Anna Bryan-Borja Agenda Item Recommend approval to negotiate and execute a cooperative contract with TechCenter Design Inc. (WBE), to provide specialized services and installation of equipment to improve four control rooms, in the amount of $738,619. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Capital Budget of Austin Water. Amount and Source of Funding Multiple vendors within this cooperative purchasing program were reviewed for these services. The Purchasing Office has determined this contractor best meets the needs of the department to provide the services required at the best value for the City. N/A February 3, 2021 — To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. This procurement was reviewed for subcontracting opportunities in accordance with City Code Chapter 2-9C Minority Owned and Women Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program. For the services required for this procurement, there were no subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. Purchasing Language: Prior Council Action: Boards and Commission Action: MBE/WBE: The contract will provide specialized services and installation of raised flooring, ceiling tiles, circadian LED lights, shelving, video array, ergonomic control consoles and chairs at Davis Water Treatment Plant’s filter room, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition control room, chemical control room, and Ullrich Water Treatment Plant’s control room. These control rooms house 24/7 operational staff who monitor and control the facilities’ systems. These building systems include elevator, fire control and various systems involved in plant operations and safety. The current state of these control rooms is underutilized and many of the furnishings and floors have exceeded their life expectancy. The addition and installation of new equipment and furniture will address deferred maintenance and improve efficiency and functionality for staff. These solutions will also address fatigue, and operator awareness protocols. The contractor offers furniture that meet several sustainable standards: LEED Gold, GREENGUARD and the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC®). The Houston-Galveston Area Council cooperative establishes competitively bid contracts that can be utilized by the State and other government agencies through a cooperative agreement. Cooperative agreements save taxpayer dollars by leveraging volume-buying power to drive down costs on hundreds of contracts through a streamlined cooperative purchasing program. If the City is unable to execute the contract, these control rooms will continue to have …
Water & Wastewater Commission Review and Recommendation COA Strategic Direction: Health & Environment; Safety February 3, 2021 Commission Meeting Date: Council Meeting Date: Department: Purchasing March 4, 2021 Client: Danielle Lord, Rick Coronado Agenda Item Recommend approval to negotiate and execute a contract with Huber Technology Inc., for grit washing equipment, in an amount not to exceed $261,544. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Capital Budget of Austin Water. Amount and Source of Funding Sole Source N/A Purchasing Language: Prior Council Action: Boards and Commission Action: MBE/WBE: February 3, 2021 — To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission Sole source contracts are exempt from the City Code Chapter 2-9D Minority Owned and Women Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. The contract will provide grit washing equipment to replace the existing exhausted equipment at the Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant. The Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant grit washing equipment is a vital part of the wastewater treatment process. The equipment separates the inorganic grit and mineral particles. The removed inorganics are then discharged into roll off containers for landfill disposal. The existing grit washing equipment has met its useful life expectancy and is being replaced to prevent any additional failures in the treatment process. The contractor’s equipment is a patented product with several unique design features that delivers the best performance. This performance includes the highest grit capture efficiency, lowest organic content and the lowest water content. The equipment has a proprietary perforated plate design to create a true fluidized grit bed and clog free washing system.
Water & Wastewater Commission Review and Recommendation Health and Environment COA Strategic Direction: February 3, 2021 Commission Meeting Date: Council Meeting Date: Department: Purchasing March 4, 2021 Client: Danielle Lord, Rick Coronado Agenda Item Recommend approval of an award of a multi-term contract with Pencco, Inc., to provide liquid ferrous chloride and ferric chloride, for up to five years for a total contract amount not to exceed $831,055. Amount and Source of Funding Funding in the amount of $96,956 is available in the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Operating Budget of Austin Water. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. The Purchasing Office issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) 2200 BYO1015 for these goods. The solicitation issued on November 16, 2020 and it closed on December 1, 2020. Of the two offers received, the recommended contractor submitted the lowest responsive offer. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bids received, is available for viewing on the City’s Financial Services website, Austin Finance Online. Link: Solicitation Documents. N/A February 3, 2021 — To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. This solicitation was reviewed for subcontracting opportunities in accordance with City Code Chapter 2-9D Minority Owned and Women Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program. For the goods required for this solicitation, there were no subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. Purchasing Language: Prior Council Action: Boards and Commission Action: MBE/WBE: The contract will provide a supply of liquid ferrous chloride and ferric chloride to be used at the Hornsby Bend Biosolids Management Plant to aid in the process of odor control. The chemicals will reduce hydrogen sulfide gases in working areas and around the plant in general. It will also reduce the corrosion rates on both mechanical and electrical equipment in the bar-screen and thickener building. This contract will replace the current contract which expires on February 4, 2021. The requested annual authorization amount for this contract was determined using departmental estimates based on historical spend, the variable demand between liquid ferrous and ferric chloride; along with a small annual increase to account for an increase in price. The recommended contractor is the current provider. If the City is unable to secure a contract for liquid ferrous and ferric chloride, it could lead to an increase in citizen odor complaints as well as problems with dewatering the sludge. Contract Detail: Contract Term …
Water & Wastewater Commission Review and Recommendation COA Strategic Direction: Government That Works for All; Safety February 3, 2021 Commission Meeting Date: Council Meeting Date: Department: Capital Contracting Office February 18, 2021 Client: Anna Bryan-Borja Agenda Item Recommend approval to award and execute a construction contract with Mechanical & Process Systems, LLC, for Waller Creek Center HVAC Rehabilitation in the amount of $1,467,711 plus a $146,771 contingency, for a total contract amount not to exceed $1,641,482. (District 9) Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2020-2021Capital Budget of Austin Water. Amount and Source of Funding Lowest responsive bid of four bids received through a competitive Invitation for Bid solicitation. Solicitation Documents. N/A February 3, 2021 — To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. This contract will be awarded in compliance with City Code Chapter 2-9A (Minority Owned and Women Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program) through the achievements of Good Faith Efforts with 57.16% MBE and 2.62% WBE participation. Purchasing Language: Prior Council Action: Boards and Commission Action: MBE/WBE: The existing air handling units at the Waller Creek Center are original to the building and were installed in 1984. Typical life span for this type equipment is 25 to 30 years. The air handling units have been minimally upgraded with new motors in the past 10 years and are to be replaced because they have reached the end of their useful life. The age of the equipment warrants replacement of the fans, coil, and casing insulation; in this case, a rehabilitation approach would not be cost-effective compared to a full replacement. The replacement work will allow for duct reconfiguration within the mechanical rooms and better outside air balance. The dedicated outside air system located on the roof was installed with the original equipment in 1984 and is not outdoor rated. The casing has become well oxidized and requires full replacement. The final portion of the scope includes air balance of all existing terminal units. Over the past 36 years of use, the facility has undergone use changes and reconfigurations, resulting in a discrepancy between the building load profile and the air distribution. The project scope includes a much-needed air balance to the building which has been based upon accumulated data and engineering calculations. This airflow adjustment will improve heat load management and comfort throughout. The project also provides thorough system documentation. This project will have limited impact to the …
Water & Wastewater Commission Review and Recommendation Mobility COA Strategic Direction: February 3, 2021 Commission Meeting Date: Council Meeting Date: Department: Public Works Shay Roalson Client: February 18, 2021 Agenda Item Recommend approval to negotiate and execute an Advance Funding Agreement with Travis County for the relocation and adjustments of existing water lines and appurtenances in conflict with the Travis County Old Manor Road Project in the amount of $682,295.00 plus a 10% contingency of $68,229.50 for a total amount not to exceed $750,524.50 Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Capital Budget of Austin Water. Amount and Source of Funding February 3, 2021 — To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Purchasing Language: Prior Council Action: Boards and Commission Action: MBE/WBE: N/A N/A N/A This project is for the relocation and adjustment of an existing water line and appurtenances in conflict with the Old Manor Road project from Ferguson Cut-off Road to Johnny Morris Road. The total construction cost for Austin Water facilities is estimated to be $682,295. The work consists of relocating approximately 1,800 linear feet of a 12-inch diameter water line, including appurtenances. The construction of this relocation will be included in the Travis County contract. Travis County anticipates starting the betting (bid) process for the roadway and utility construction in April 2021. Austin Water’s existing water lines are required to be adjusted to accommodate the proposed roadway improvements, and this agreement will allow those water infrastructures in conflict to be relocated and adjusted. Executing this Agreement will bring together the efforts of Travis County and Austin Water in the design and construction of the roadway improvements and utility adjustments to minimize impacts to the public and save costs. The City will provide construction inspection and testing for this project and agrees to provide funding to Travis County for construction of water lines and appurtenances, including the cost of any change orders made necessary by field changes to address unanticipated conditions under the terms and conditions in this agreement. Travis County shall obtain the written approval of the City for all change order requests prior to Travis County issuing the approved change order to the contractor. Due to the potential for unknown subsurface conditions and utility conflicts when working in the right-of-way, a 10% contingency in funding has been included to allow for the expeditious processing of any change orders. A contingency is an …
Water & Wastewater Commission Review and Recommendation N/A COA Strategic Direction: February 3, 2021 Commission Meeting Date: Council Meeting Date: Department: Housing and Planning February 18, 2021 Client: Kevin Critendon Agenda Item Recommend approval of a resolution consenting to the annexation by Travis County Water Control and Improvement District No. 10 of 36 properties totaling approximately 115.4 acres currently served by the Camelot Water Supply Corporation, located south of Barton Creek Road off of Canyon Rim Drive, Whippoorwill Trail, Lancelot Way, Cabin Road, and Guinevere Street (Extraterritorial jurisdiction, near Council District 8). This property is located in the Barton Creek Watershed. This item has no fiscal impact. Amount and Source of Funding N/A N/A Purchasing Language: Prior Council Action: Boards and Commission Action: MBE/WBE: January 26, 2021 – To be reviewed by the Planning Commission. February 3, 2021 – To be reviewed by the Environmental Commission. February 3, 2021 – To be reviewed by the Water Wastewater Commission. N/A On November 19, 2020, the City received an application requesting the City’s consent to the annexation of approximately 115.4 acres into Travis County Water Control and Improvement District No. 10 (District). The subject tracts are located south of Barton Creek Road approximately 2,000 to 2,500 feet southwest of the intersection of Canyon Rim Drive and FM 2244 in Austin’s extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) and in the Barton Springs Watershed. The District includes properties in western Travis County and located in the City of Austin’s ETJ. A map identifying the tracts to be annexed into the District and its location relative to existing District boundaries and City jurisdictions is attached. Applicant’s Proposal The 36 properties requesting annexation are currently served by the Camelot Water Supply Corporation, which was formed decades ago to serve the Lower Camelot neighborhood and now purchases water from Travis County WCID 10 as a wholesale customer. In light of aging infrastructure, the properties served by Camelot have entered into an agreement with the District to be annexed and receive upgraded infrastructure as fully annexed ratepayers. The annexation would also enable the installation of high-pressure fire hydrants, which would be valuable in mitigating potential damage from wildfires in the area. Representatives of the property owners appeared before the District’s Board of Directors at its meeting on March 11, 2020, and the District Board approved the annexation request contingent upon receiving the City’s approval of the District’s annexation of the property. …
Water & Wastewater Commission Review and Recommendation Government That Works for All February 3, 2021 Commission Meeting Date: Council Meeting Date: Department: Austin Energy/Austin Water February 18, 2021 COA Strategic Direction: Client: Joseph Gonzales Agenda Item Recommend an ordinance amending the fiscal year 2020-2021 budgets of Austin Water and Austin Energy to appropriate up to $10,000,000 for the utilities’ Plus-One payment assistance programs. Austin Water’s portion of this amendment is $5,000,000. Fiscal notes are attached. Amount and Source of Funding Purchasing Language: N/A Prior Council Action: Boards and Commission Action: MBE/WBE: N/A August 12, 2020 – Council approved an ordinance adopting the City of Austin Budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021, beginning on October 1, 2020, and ending on September 30, 2021. February 3, 2021 — To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. February 8, 2021 — To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. During the March 26, 2020 Council meeting, Council approved Resolution No. 20200326-092 directing the City Manager to explore options available to reduce the impact of utility bills during the time when the City is asking our community to work from or otherwise stay at home to help reduce the spread of the coronavirus. The resolution directed the City Manager to at a minimum consider adjusting eligibility criteria for the Plus 1 emergency financial aid program to make it accessible to individuals who have experienced an impact to their job or earnings as a result of COVID-19 and consider other options for utility rate relief for residential customers. On April 9, 2020 Council approved Ordinance No. 20200409-083 for Austin Energy and Austin Water to contribute an additional $5.0 million each to the Plus One payment assistance program. The Plus One payment assistance program provided direct and targeted relief to our most vulnerable customers experiencing hardship in paying utility bills. Austin Energy and Austin Water will each contribute an additional $5.0 million to the Plus One payment assistance program for FY2021 for additional payment assistance, due to the continuing impacts of COVID-19. OPERATING BUDGET FISCAL NOTE DATE OF COUNCIL CONSIDERATION: DEPARTMENT: FUND: 2/18/21 Austin Water Water, Wastewater, and Reclaimed Water Operating SUBJECT: Approve an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Austin Water Operating Budget (Ordinance No. 20200812-001) to increase Transfers Out by $5,000,000 for a net reduction to ending balance of $5,000,000 to be transferred to the Customer Benefit Charge Fund. CURRENT YEAR IMPACT: Beginning Balance …
Water & Wastewater Commission Review and Recommendation Government That Works for All COA Strategic Direction: February 3, 2021 Commission Meeting Date: Council Meeting Date: Department: Austin Water February 18, 2021 Client: Kevin Critendon Agenda Item Recommend approval to negotiate and execute an agreement allowing for the formal transfer of a portion the Forest Oaks Mobile Homes, LLC water certificate of convenience and necessity (“CCN”) No. 12086 to the City of Austin water CCN No. 11322 for the area that overlaps with the Professional Contract Services, Inc. Tract, generally located approximately one half mile east of the intersection of FM 1626 and Menchaca Road. (near District 5) Amount and Source of Funding No City funds are required for the transfer of the balance of this tract to Austin’s CCN. February 3, 2021 — To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Purchasing Language: Prior Council Action: Boards and Commission Action: MBE/WBE: N/A N/A N/A Professional Contract Services, Inc. is the owner of a tract of land containing approximately 13.198 acres, being more particularly described as Lots 1 and 2, Block A, FM 1626 OFFICE WAREHOUSE SUBDIVISION, a subdivision in Travis County, Texas, a portion of which is located in the City of Austin water CCN No. 11322 and the balance of the tract is located in the Forest Oaks Mobile Homes, LLC water CCN No. 12086. The property owner has requested that the portion of the tract located within the Forest Oaks CCN be transferred to the City CCN and Forest Oaks and the owner have reached an agreement to accommodate such a request. There are currently no customers or facilities located in the area to be transferred, and Forest Oaks has never provided service to the area. Under 16 Texas Administrative Code § 24.253, public notice of a water service area transfer agreement is sufficient if the decision to enter into the agreement is discussed at a meeting of a city council, provided there are no affected customers in the transfer area. Since there are no affected customers located in the Forest Oaks transfer area, notice will be sufficient if Council approves negotiation and execution of this agreement at a public meeting. Austin Water will provide water service to future development contingent on completion of the CCN transfer and consistent with City codes and policies related to the provision of water utility service. Austin Water will provide wastewater for …
Mobility Project Updates Shay Ralls Roalson, PE Kevin Koeller, PE Aldo Ranzani, PE February 3, 2021 Scope of Mobility Projects 64 Active Mobility Projects with Austin Water Involvement t n e m e s a E y t i l i t U e n o Z e s U - d e r a h S h t a P s e i t i l i t U y r D n a i d e M s e i t i l i t U y r D e s U - d e r a h S h t a P t n e m e s a E y t i l i t U e n o Z Mobility Agencies with Active Projects Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) Travis County Williamson County City of Austin Capital Metro Austin Transit Partnership (Project Connect) Schedule and Types of Agreements Agency identifies roadway project Agency prepares roadway schematics and utility conflicts are identified Coordination to define specific scope of utility Work Austin Water and agency negotiate and finalize agreement Utility work and roadway improvements are constructed Standard Utility Agreement (SUA) Advanced Funding Agreement (AFA) Interlocal Agreement (ILA) Joint Use Agreement (JUA) Funding Relocations Austin Water 5-Year CIP Budget (FY22 to FY26): $28.2M Reimbursable vs Non-Reimbursable Federal vs State Funding Easement Betterments Normal TxDOT TxDOT Interstate Highway Projects CTRMA Counties In Easement In ROW Betterments $ $ $ $ $ $ City of Austin – Project Connect City of Austin – Project Connect Preliminary System Scan Water Wastewater Reclaimed Water City of Austin – Project Connect Preliminary System Scan Length of Main within 100 feet Orange Blue Water Wastewater Reclaimed Water Number of Main Crossings Water Wastewater Reclaimed Water 75 miles 30 miles 0.3 miles Orange 225 110 3 Analysis included all pipe sizes Total eliminates overlap between line routes 50 miles 20 miles 3 miles Blue 275 145 5 Gold 30 miles 20 miles 3 miles Gold 140 95 20 Total 110 miles 55 miles 5 miles Total 460 250 23 City of Austin Mobility Bond Projects 9 Projects 15 Projects 12 Projects Significant TxDOT/CTRMA Projects CURRENT UPCOMING 3 Oak Hill Parkway US183 North I-35 Mopac South US 290 from William Cannon to Circle Drive Infrastructure Stability SH45 to Mopac • …
