Water & Wastewater Commission Review and Recommendation Health and Environment COA Strategic Direction: August 4, 2021 Commission Meeting Date: Council Meeting Date: Department: Public Works August 26, 2021 Client: Shay Ralls Roalson Agenda Item Authorize negotiation and execution of an Advance Funding Agreement with Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) for the relocation and adjustments of existing water and wastewater lines and appurtenances in conflict with the TXDOT Loop 360 at Westlake Roadway Project in the amount of $7,010,054 plus a 10% contingency of $701,005.40 for a total amount not to exceed $7,711,059.40. (District 10) Amount and Source of Funding Funding is included in the Proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Capital Budget of Austin Water. August 4, 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 adjustments of existing water and wastewater lines and appurtenances in conflict with the Loop 360 Road project from Westlake Drive to Plaza on the Lake. The total construction cost for Austin Water facilities is estimated to be $7,010,054. The work consists of relocating approximately 11,080 feet of water and 1,685 feet of wastewater lines, including appurtenances. TXDOT project scope includes lowering Loop 360 to become an underpass at Westlake Drive and Cedar Street. The construction of this relocation will be included in the TXDOT contract. TXDOT anticipates starting the letting (bid) process for the roadway and utility construction in January 2022. Austin Water’s existing water and wastewater lines are required to be adjusted to accommodate the proposed roadway improvements, and this agreement will allow the infrastructure in conflict to be relocated and adjusted. Executing this Agreement will bring together the efforts of TXDOT and Austin Water in the design and construction of the roadway improvements and utility adjustments to reduce impacts to the public and save cost. The City will provide construction inspection and testing for this project and agrees to provide funding to TXDOT for construction of water and wastewater 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. TXDOT shall obtain the written approval of the City for all change order requests prior to TXDOT issuing the approved change order to the contractor. Due to the potential for unknown subsurface conditions and utility conflicts …
Water & Wastewater Commission Review and Recommendation Health and Environment COA Strategic Direction: August 4, 2021 Commission Meeting Date: Council Meeting Date: Department: Austin Water August 26, 2021 Client: Shay Ralls Roalson Agenda Item Recommend approval to award and execute a construction contract with PGC General Indefinite Contractors, LLC, Delivery/Indefinite Quantity contract in the amount of $4,000,000 for an initial 1-year term, with two, 1-year extension options of $4,000,000 for a total contract amount not to exceed $12,000,000. - Emergency and Lift Station for Facilities Amount and Source of Funding Funding for the initial amount of $4,000,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Capital Budget of Austin Water. Funding for the extension options is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Purchasing Language: Only one bid received through a competitive Invitation for Bid solicitation. N/A Prior Council Action: Boards and Commission Action: MBE/WBE: August 4, 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) by meeting the goals with 7.19% MBE and 1.48% WBE participation. A previous contract was developed to support facility needs such as emergency response services as well as non-emergency improvements for components of the Austin Water system. That contract was approved by Council in 2014 and has been completed and fully expended. This is the third in a sequence of contracts to deliver necessary emergency and non-emergency lift station services. Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity contracts provide for an indefinite quantity of services for a fixed time, usually an initial term with extension options. They are commonly used when precise quantities of supplies or services, above a specified minimum, cannot be determined. Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity contracts help streamline the contract process and service delivery and allow the City the flexibility to add work as needs arise or change. As each project is defined, a specific work assignment will be assigned to the contractor who will complete the scope of work for the unit prices included in the contract. Work deadlines will be established for each work assignment. This contract will be used by Austin Water Facility Engineering to address facility emergencies and maintain lift stations. The work includes but is not limited to emergency on call response, operations support, and the rehabilitation of existing facilities. The contractor will provide on-call or emergency response services …
Water & Wastewater Commission Review and Recommendation Health and Environment August 4, 2021 Commission Meeting Date: Council Meeting Date: Department: Capital Contracting Office August 26, 2021 COA Strategic Direction: Client: Shay Ralls Roalson Agenda Item Recommend approval to award and execute a construction contract with Austin Underground, Inc. for Springdale and 290 Water Line Improvements project in the amount of $6,437,898 plus a $643,789.80 contingency, for a total contract amount not to exceed $7,081,687.80. (District 1) Amount and Source of Funding Funding is included in the Proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Capital Budget of Austin Water. Lowest responsive bid of six bids received through a competitive Invitation for Bid solicitation. N/A August 4, 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) by meeting the goals with 98.34% MBE and 1.65% WBE participation. Purchasing Language: Prior Council Action: Boards and Commission Action: MBE/WBE: Austin Water’s water distribution system is fundamental for the conveyance of water to Austin Water’s customers. The system is a large and complex, consisting of approximately 3,900 miles of water mains and serving approximately one million customers. Due to deterioration from time and environmental conditions, water distribution system assets require ongoing repair and replacement in order to prevent leaks and loss of valuable treated water. The water system in the US Highway 290 and Springdale Road area has aging high pressure water mains that have a documented history of multiple breaks, are in poor condition, and impact service delivery. This project extends the 16-inch water network in the North Pressure Zone to serve ongoing development and is an important part of a larger plan to convert a portion of the Central Pressure Zone south of US Hwy 290 to the North Reduced Pressure Zone. Construction will be coordinated with a proposed Travis County sidewalk project on Springdale Road. The Springdale/290 Water Line Improvements project consists of the replacement of existing water mains located within the general boundaries of the Chimney Hill and Walnut Trace Subdivisions on either side of Springdale Road. The water system renewal work consists of installing two pressure reducing valve stations to reduce the pressure in the Chimney Hill and Walnut Trace Subdivisions; one remote terminal unit and antenna; approximately 400 linear feet of 6-inch polyvinyl chloride pipe (PVC); 8,000 linear feet …
Water & Wastewater Commission Review and Recommendation Health and Environment COA Strategic Direction: August 4, 2021 Commission Meeting Date: Council Meeting Date: Department: Austin Water August 26, 2021 Client: Shay Ralls Roalson Agenda Item Recommend approval to negotiate and execute of an amendment to the existing interlocal agreement (ILA) with Travis County for relocation and adjustments of existing water lines and appurtenances in conflict with Travis County’s roadway improvements on Elroy Road between McAngus Road and Kellam Road to increase Austin’s contribution for design and construction costs by $220,375.67 for a total not to exceed $416,762.67 Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Capital Budget of Austin Water. Amount and Source of Funding August 22, 2019 — Approved authorization to negotiate and execute an interlocal cooperation agreement with Travis County for relocation and adjustments of existing water lines and appurtenances in conflict with the County’s Elroy Road Improvement Project. The Council also authorized payment to the County in the amount of $178,534 plus a $17,853 contingency for a total amount of $196,387 for the relocation and adjustments. August 4, 2021 — To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Purchasing Language: N/A Prior Council Action: Boards and Commission Action: MBE/WBE: N/A The Elroy Road Improvement Project is a Travis County Bond Project that is being managed by the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) with Travis County oversight. The existing two-lane rural roadway is being widened to a four-lane major urban arterial roadway with a continuous center left turn lane, sidewalks, and bicycle lanes on both sides of Elroy Road between McAngus Lane and Kellam Road. As a result of unforeseen changes that occurred during construction, this amendment updates the Interlocal Agreement approved by Council on August 22, 2019. The main change is related to the addition of 742 linear feet of new 12-inch water line that was not part of the original interlocal agreement and was needed to be relocated due to conflicts identified during construction. Other costs included in this amendment include material cost increases and additional design costs. The original Interlocal Agreement authorized Austin Water to pay Travis County an estimated amount not to exceed $ 196,387. The additional funding being requested is for $220,375.67 broken down as follows: $180,607.46 for construction, $30,737.84 for design, and $9,030.37 for 5% contingency. The additional funds requested will fund the project through construction completion. The construction of the …
Water & Wastewater Commission Review and Recommendation Government That Works for All COA Strategic Direction: August 4, 2021 Commission Meeting Date: Council Meeting Date: Department: Austin Water August 26, 2021 Client: Kevin Critendon Agenda Item Recommend approval to negotiate and execute a cost participation agreement with Stillwater Capital Investments, LLC for the City to reimburse the developer for an amount not to exceed $1,930,850 for costs associated with the design and construction of an oversized lift station and force main related to Service Extension Request No. 5078 that will provide wastewater service to a proposed residential development located at 13338 Old San Antonio Road. Amount and Source of Funding Funding is included in the Proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Capital Budget of Austin Water. August 4, 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 NA The Stillwater Old San Antonio Rd project consists of approximately 36.15 acres of land located at 13338 Old San Antonio Road (the “Property”). The Property is located within the City of Austin’s (the “City”) 2-mile Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction, Impact Fee Boundary, Austin Water’s service area for wastewater, the Desired Development Zone, and the Onion Creek Watershed. A map of the property location is attached. Stillwater Capital Investments, LLC (the “Applicant”) is proposing to develop approximately 163 single-family homes. The Applicant requested that the City provide wastewater utility service to the Property as proposed in Service Extension Request (SER) No. 5078. Additionally, the Applicant is proposing to develop an adjacent 22- acre tract with approximately 371,280 square feet of office-warehouse and has requested the City provide wastewater utility service as proposed in SER No. 5085. Upon the Property’s release from Creedmoor-Maha’s water service area (CCN), the Applicant has requested Austin Water also provide retail water service to the Property. In accordance with Chapter 25-9 of the City Code, the City has asked the Applicant to oversize the lift station and force main in order to serve additional properties within the Onion Creek drainage basin consistent with the City’s long range planning goals for this area. If approved by City Council, the City will cost participate in this construction project only to the extent of the City’s proportionate share of the oversized lift station and force main. The proposed oversized improvements include construction of an oversized lift station located within the Property and approximately …
Water & Wastewater Commission Review and Recommendation August 4, 2021 Government That Works for All COA Strategic Direction: August 11, 2021 (Budget Reading) Commission Meeting Date: Council Meeting Date: Department: Austin Water Client: Joseph Gonzales Agenda Item Recommend approval of Austin Water’s Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Proposed Operating Budget, Capital Budget, new appropriations, and 5-Year Capital Improvement (CIP) spending plan. Amount and Source of Funding August 4, 2021 – To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. N/A Purchasing Language: Prior Council Action: Boards and Commission Action: MBE/WBE: N/A N/A N/A This action authorizes approval of Austin Water’s FY 2021-2022 Operating Budget, capital budget appropriations and 5-year spending plan. Council is scheduled to adopt the budget on August 11, 2021. The City Code in Section 15-9-3 specifically requires a public hearing prior to the City Council approving any changes in electric, water, wastewater, and garbage collection rates. Austin Water has not proposed water or wastewater service rate changes for FY 2021-2022.
Versión en español a continuación. Regular Meeting of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Advisory Board August 4, 2021 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Advisory Board meeting to be held August 4, 2021 with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance August 3, 2021 by noon. All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the August 4, 2021 Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Advisory Board Meeting, members of the public must: •Call or email the board liaison Michelle Rojas at 512-974-3771 or michelle.rojas@austintexas.gov no later than noon, Tuesday, August 3, 2021. The following information is required: speaker name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, email address and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). •Once a request to speak has been made to the board liaison, the information to call on the day of the scheduled meeting will be provided either by email or phone call. •Speakers must call in at least 15 minutes prior to meeting start time in order to speak, late callers will not be accepted and will not be able to speak. •Speakers will be placed in a queue until their time to speak. •Handouts or other information may be emailed to Michelle Rojas at michelle.rojas@austintexas.gov by noon the day before the scheduled meeting. This information will be provided to Board and Commission members in advance of the meeting. •If the meeting is broadcast live, it may be viewed here: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Junta Especial del Grupo Asesor del Centro México-Americano Emma S. Barrientos FECHA de la reunión 4 de agosto, 2021 de 6:00 pm a 8:00 pm La junta se llevará con modificaciones de distanciamiento social. Se permitirán comentarios públicos por teléfono; no se permitirá ninguna entrada en persona. Todos los oradores deben registrarse con anticipación el 3 de agosto, 2021 antes del mediodía. Todos los comentarios públicos se producirán al comienzo de la reunión. Para hablar de forma remota en la reunión, los miembros del público deben: • Llame o envíe un correo electrónico al enlace de la junta, Michelle Rojas at 512-974-3771 o al correo electrónico michelle.rojas@austintexas.gov a más tardar al mediodía del miércoles 3 de agosto. Se …
Versión en español a continuación. Commission for Women Meeting Wednesday, August 4, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. Commission for Women to be held Wednesday, August 4, 2021 with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (Tuesday, August 3, 2021 by noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the August 4, 2021 Commission for Women Meeting, members of the public must: •Call or email the board liaison at (512) 974-3203 or jonathan.babiak@austintexas.gov no later than noon, on August 3, 2021. The following information is required: speaker name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, email address and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). •Once a request to speak has been made to the board liaison, the information to call on the day of the scheduled meeting will be provided either by email or phone call. •Speakers must call in at least 15 minutes prior to meeting start time in order to speak, late callers will not be accepted and will not be able to speak. •Speakers will be placed in a queue until their time to speak. •Handouts or other information may be emailed to jonathan.babiak@austintexas.gov by noon the day before the scheduled meeting. This information will be provided to Board and Commission members in advance of the meeting. •If the meeting is broadcast live, it may be viewed here: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Reunión del Commission for Women Miércoles, Agosto 4, 2021 a 9:00 a.m. La junta se llevará con modificaciones de distanciamiento social Se permitirán comentarios públicos por teléfono; no se permitirá ninguna entrada en persona. Todos los oradores deben registrarse con anticipación (Martes, Agosto 3, 2021 antes del mediodía). Todos los comentarios públicos se producirán al comienzo de la reunión. Para hablar de forma remota en la reunión, los miembros del público deben: • Llame o envíe un correo electrónico al enlace de la junta en (512) 974-3203 or jonathan.babiak@austintexas.gov a más tardar al mediodía (el día antes de la reunión). Se requiere la siguiente información: nombre del orador, número (s) de artículo sobre el que desean hablar, si están a favor / en contra / neutral, dirección de correo electrónico (opcional) y un número de teléfono (debe ser el número que se utilizará …
Annual Internal Review This report covers the time period of 7/1/2020 to 6/30/2021 Environmental Commission __ (Official Name of Board or Commission) The Board/Commission mission statement (per the City Code) is: Per section 2-1-144(F) of the City Code, the Environmental Commission may: 1) review and analyze the policies relating to the environmental quality of the city; (2) act as an advisory board to the city council, the city manager, and the department in their efforts to oversee the protection and integrity of the natural environment; (3) promote growth management and land use planning, minimize degradation of water resources, protect downstream areas, and promote recreation opportunities and environmental awareness; and (4) advise and recommend on any issue which the commission determines necessary or advisable for the enhancement and stewardship of the urban forest both public and private. (G) The commission shall: (1) assist the city council, the city manager, and the department in studying, promoting and enforcing environmental protection policies to assure the health, safety, welfare and quality of life of all citizens within the City's incorporated boundaries as well as those within its extraterritorial jurisdiction where the boundaries apply; and (2) oversee the development and implementation of a comprehensive plan for the planting, maintenance, and replacement of trees in the City's jurisdiction, and revise the plan as necessary. When a portion of the plan has been developed and established, it shall be submitted to the city council for adoption before implementation. (H) The commission shall advise the city council, the city manager, and the department concerning policies, projects, and programs that affect the quality of life or have the potential to affect the environment, including those that relate to or affect: (1) water quality: (a) watershed protection; (b) urban runoff; (c) innovative wastewater treatment; (d) regional wastewater treatment; (e) improvement and protection of the Colorado River and the Edwards Aquifer; and (f) wastewater irrigation; Annual Review and Work Plan 7/1/2020 to 6/30/2021 Page 2 (2) growth management and land use planning: (a) municipal utility district review; (b) capital improvement project review; and (c) the comprehensive plan; (3) construction controls for erosion and sedimentation; (4) City environmental policies regarding monitoring and enforcement; (5) solid waste disposal plan alternatives; (6) watershed protection: (a) flood control; (b) erosion control; (c) water quality; and (d) utility management; (7) roadway planning; (8) beautification; (9) recreation resources; (10) public education on environmental matters; (11) hazardous waste …
Karanam Subdivision Wastewater Service Extension Request #5067 Request Summary • Request for wastewater service (2 LUEs) • 0.62 acres • Redevelopment of a single-family home into two single family homes on two separate lots • Limited purpose jurisdiction • Drinking Water Protection Zone (DWPZ) • Bull Creek Watershed, Water Supply Suburban • Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone • Council District #10 SER #5067 Site Location Austin City Limits Austin ETJ Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone Edwards Aquifer Contributing Zone Austin City LimitsETJRechargeContributingAustin City LimitsETJRechargeContributing Site Location SER #5067 Proposed Wastewater Extension Map provided by AWU SER #5067 Description of proposed extension: • Decommission the existing OSSF • Construct 400 feet of low pressure force main from the existing 8-inch gravity wastewater main located in Nashfara Cove, and • extend west along Nashfara Cove, and then south along D K Ranch Road to the subject tract. SER Review & Evaluation • Bull Creek Watershed, Water Supply Suburban, Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone • No critical environmental features, wetlands, or recharge features on site • No critical water quality zone or water quality transition zone • Drains to known Jollyville Plateau salamander (Eurycea sosorum) habitat Staff Recommendation Staff recommends approval. Basis for recommendation: Staff review determined that there are no significant environmental risks to extend service to the site. Contact Information Kaela Champlin Watershed Protection Department City of Austin (512) 974-3443 kaela.champlin@austintexas.gov
ITEM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA COMMISSION MEETING DATE: August 4, 2021 NAME & NUMBER OF PROJECT: Karanam Subdivision Wastewater Service Extension Request #5067 NAME OF APPLICANT OR ORGANIZATION: I.T. Gonzalez, I.T. Gonzalez Engineering LOCATION: 10802 D K Ranch Rd, Austin, TX 78759 COUNCIL DISTRICT: Limited Purpose Jurisdiction (Council District 10) PROJECT FILING DATE: June 17, 2021 WPD/ENVIRONMENTAL STAFF: Kaela Champlin, Environmental Program Coordinator (512) 974-3443, kaela.champlin@austintexas.gov WATERSHED: REQUEST: STAFF DETERMINATION: Bull Creek, Water Supply Suburban, Northern Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone, Drinking Water Protection Zone Wastewater Service Extension Staff recommend approval of this service extension request. MEMORANDUM July 28, 2021 Linda Guerrero, Chair, and Members of the Environmental Commission Kaela Champlin, Environmental Program Coordinator Watershed Protection Department TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: Karanam Subdivision Wastewater Service Extension Request #5067 Service Extension Requests (SER) located in the Drinking Water Protection Zone and outside of the City of Austin’s full purpose jurisdiction require Council approval and review by the Environmental Commission. Watershed Protection Department staff have completed the review for Karanam Subdivision Wastewater Service Extension Request (SER) #5067 and recommend approval of the request. Site Overview The site consists of a tract of approximately 0.62 acres, located at 10802 D-K Ranch Road. The property is located in the City of Austin Limited Purpose Jurisdiction and Council District 10. The site is in the Bull Creek Watershed, Water Supply Suburban, the Drinking Water Protection Zone, and the Northern Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone. The applicant is proposing to redevelop a single-family home into two single family homes on two separate lots. A site plan has not yet been submitted to the City of Austin at the time that staff reviewed this SER. The site is currently utilizing an On-Site Sewage Facility (OSSF) and is proposing a wastewater SER with two Living Unit Equivalents (LUEs). Development Impacts Water: The site is located in the Austin Water Service Area. Wastewater: The SER proposes that the applicant construct approximately 400 feet of appropriately sized low pressure force main from the existing 8-inch gravity wastewater main located in Nashfara Cove, and extend west along Nashfara Cove, and then south along D K Ranch Road to the subject tract, as approximately shown on the attached map. 1 Alternative Wastewater Service: Under Travis County Chapter 448.032(c)(1), each residential unit served by an OSSF is considered a separate structure. Multiple residential units may be on a single lot or site only if the …
COMMISSION FOR WOMEN MINUTES The Commission for Women convened for a regular meeting on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 via videoconference. REGULAR MEETING Wednesday, July 7, 2021 Chair Austen called the Commission Meeting to order at 9:18 a.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Rebecca Austen, Chair Flannery Bope, Vice Chair Juliana Gonzales Diana Melendez Pam Rattan Josie Serrata Commissioners Absent: Vanessa Bissereth Julia Cuba Lewis Neva Fernandez Hemali Patel Sarah Tober Staff in Attendance: Jonathan Babiak, Office of Civil Rights CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. Consider approval of the minutes from the Commission for Women regular meeting on June 2, 2021. The minutes from the regular meeting on June 2, 2021 were approved on Chair Austen’s motion, Vice Chair Bope’s second on a vote of 6-0, with Commissioners Bissereth, Cuba-Lewis, Fernandez, Patel, and Tober absent. a. Discussion and possible action regarding updated from the following working 2. OLD BUSINESS groups: i. Homelessness Discussion was held. No action was taken. Wednesday, July 7, 2021 COMMISSION FOR WOMEN MEETING MINUTES ii. Safety iii. Health Discussion was held. No action was taken. Discussion was held. No action was taken. iv. Recognition of Equity for Women and Girls Discussion was held. No action was taken. b. Discussion and possible action regarding updates from the Joint Inclusion Discussion was held. No action was taken. c. Discussion and possible action regarding updates from the Winter Storm Review Discussion was held. No action was taken. d. Discussion and possible action regarding 2021 Commission for Women Working Committee. Task Force Groups. Discussion was held. The motion to approve working group memberships was made on Chair Austen’s motion, Vice Chair Bope’s second on a vote of 6-0 with Commissioners Bissereth, Cuba-Lewis, Fernandez, Patel, and Tober absent. e. Discussion and possible action regarding the recommendation for the City of Austin FY2022 budget. Discussion was held. No action was taken. 3. NEW BUSINESS a. Presentation by Sarah Mostyn, Police Executive Research Forum, and Patricia Bourenane, Assistant to ACM Arellano, and update followed by discussion and possible action on the evaluation of APD’s sexual assault investigations. Sarah Mostyn, Police Executive Research Forum; Patricia Bourenane, Assistant to ACM Arellano; and Patricia Cruz, Lieutenant, Forensic Science Bureau/ Investigations 2, Austin Police Department, presented to the Commission and answered questions from members. Discussion was held. No action was taken. b. Presentation by Amber Price, Community Health Paramedic for Persons Experiencing Homelessness, Homeless Outreach Street …
Women and Children and Homelessness City of Austin Commission for Women August 4, 2021 The Hidden Homeless 84% of homeless families are led by women 53% of these mothers lack a high school diploma 92% have experienced abuse Solution for Families Affordable housing alone is not enough. Families need pathways to economic security. A whole person approach to developing self- sufficiency helps mothers and children succeed. Mission and Values Saint Louise House is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the success of women and their children moving from homelessness to healthy independent lives. We empower women and their children to overcome homelessness for generations to come. EMPOWERMENT – STRENGTHS – SIMPLICITY - HUMILITY - EFFECTIVENESS Prior Experiences of Saint Louise House Families 0 20 40 60 80 100 Homelessness Domestic Violence Homeless Multiple Times Enter with incomes of less than $1,000 a month High school diploma, GED, or less Involved with CPS Our Approach TWO GENERATIONS Affordable Housing Empowerment Partners Wraparound Services • Stability is the foundation for success • Establish positive rental history • $50/month for first year • Staffed social workers • Weekly meetings to support goals • Strengths-based • Food pantry • Life skills workshops • Children’s activities • Financial support • and more This Approach Strengthens Families Impact 2020 • 54 families with 125 children served • 12 successful graduations • 15 families moved out of homelessness into SLH • Even with Covid-19, 80% of families have continued to make progress toward self-sufficiency 20 years of being a source of stability and partnership to 205 families with 448 children Unique Role Emergency Transitional Rapid Re-Housing Permanent Supportive Affordable www.saintlouisehouse.org
