90.92 Rainey Street Design Commission December 21, 2020 1 Aerial – Site Vicinity 2 Current Use Container Bar: 90 Rainey Street Bungalow Bar: 92 Rainey Street 3 4 Property Facts Address: 90-92 Rainey Street Lot Size: 0.3675 acres / 16,000 square feet Entitled FAR: 8:1* Proposed FAR: 32:1 Entitled Height: unlimited Proposed Height: 602 feet / 51 floors *8:1 FAR achievable with compliance with Waterfront Overlay Rainey Street subdistrict affordable housing provision requirements. 5 Project Facts 511,492 total square feet Residential: 426,908 SF / 446 units Pedestrian-Oriented Uses: 11,994 SF 267 parking spaces 6 Gatekeeper Requirements 1. 2-Star Green Builder → 3-Star AEGB rating proposed 2. Great Streets Compliance 3. Substantial Compliance with Downtown Design Guidelines 7 Community Benefits 1. On-site Affordable Housing: a. 4,649.45 square feet (Rainey District Requirement) 4,649.45 square feet (Total) 2. Fee-In-Lieu a. $400,000.00 (8:1 to 15:1 FAR) b. $1,357,460.00 (15:1 to 32:1 FAR) $1,757,460.00 fee-in-lieu (Total) 3. 3-Star AEGB Benefit a. Grants 32,000 SF bonus area 8 Community Benefits 1. On-site Affordable Housing: a. 4,649.45 square feet (Rainey District Requirement) b. 9,358.55 square feet (Additional On-Site Provision) 14,008 square feet (Total) 2. Fee-In-Lieu a. $400,000.00 (8:1 to 15:1 FAR) b. $889,532.50 (15:1 to 32:1 FAR) $1,289,532.50 fee-in-lieu (Total) 3. 3-Star AEGB Benefit a. Grants 32,000 SF bonus area 9 Working Group • Met with Working Group on November 19, 2020 • Achieved compliance with the following: • 10 out of 11 Area Wide Guidelines • 7 out of 11 applicable Public Streetscape Guidelines • 5 out of 7 Building Guidelines • Not applicable: Plaza and Open Space Guidelines 10 Summary of Changes • Tripled on-site affordable housing provision • Additional outdoor café seating on both sides of Rainey Street sidewalk clear zone • Inclusion of bollards for pedestrian safety • Built-in bench underneath mural on Davis Street 11 12 Project Facts 582,513 total square feet Residential: 225,507 SF / 198 units Hotel: 349,236 SF / 424 keys Bar / Restaurant / Amenities: 5,825 SF 140 below grade parking spaces 13 Project Facts 582,513 total square feet Residential: 225,507 SF / 198 units Hotel: 349,236 SF / 424 keys Bar / Restaurant / Amenities: 5,825 SF Y E L L A 140 below grade parking spaces DAVIS STREET T E E R T S Y E N A R I 14 Project Facts 582,513 total square feet Y E L L A Residential: 225,507 SF / …
Urban Renewal Board Vision Statement Discussion December 21, 2020 Background “In 1996, the Austin Revitalization Authority (ARA) began developing a Master Plan for the Central East Austin area with an emphasis on redevelopment of the 11th and 12th Street Corridors. A Community Redevelopment Plan (CRP) for East 11th and 12th Streets was also developed. In 1999, City Council passed a resolution in support of the general concepts envisioned in the Master Plan. Subsequently, the corridors were declared urban renewal areas and the CRP, in effect, was translated into the East 11th and 12th Urban Renewal Plan (URP).” Source: Central East Austin Neighborhood Plan 12/21/2020 Urban Renewal Board 2 URP Purpose, Authority and Scope, 1999 “The overall goals and action priorities of this URP reflect a broad consensus of residents, businesses, property owners, institutions, and community activists. The consensus is the result of substantial cumulative planning and revitalization efforts over a period of three years. The fundamental purpose of this plan is to empower community-based groups and individuals to participate as strong and equal partners of the City and the URA in carrying out all of the action programs and public and private improvements which will result in the realization of Austin’s long-term community vision.” Source: Original East 11th and 12th Street Urban Renewal Plan 12/21/2020 Urban Renewal Board 3 San Antonio’s Urban Renewal Agency “The Urban Renewal Agency for the City of San Antonio, referred to as San Antonio Development Agency (SADA), was established by voter referendum in 1957. Since inception, SADA has been involved in 24 urban renewal plans and projects throughout the City. In 2010, SADA was rebranded as Office of Urban Redevelopment San Antonio (OUR SA) to give itself new and fresh name recognition.” For more information visit: https://www.sanantonio.gov/NHSD/Divisions/OurSA 12/21/2020 Urban Renewal Board 4 Austin Revitalization Authority “ARA’s vision is to maintain our commitment to and support of underserved communities which creates neighborhoods that are more attractive with vibrant business corridors and distinct cultural assets.” Source: Austin Revitalization Authority 12/21/2020 Urban Renewal Board 5 URP Working Draft The working draft of the Urban Renewal Plan includes the addition of a vision statement which currently reads: Achieve a sustainable resident-informed revitalization that respects the history and diversity of the East 11th and 12th Street corridors. Other iterations of the draft vision statement discussed since December 2019 are: • Create a vibrant, diverse, and sustainable revitalization of the East …
90.92 Rainey Street Design Commission December 21, 2020 1 Aerial – Site Vicinity 2 Current Use Container Bar: 90 Rainey Street Bungalow Bar: 92 Rainey Street 3 4 Property Facts Address: 90-92 Rainey Street Lot Size: 0.3675 acres / 16,000 square feet Entitled FAR: 8:1* Proposed FAR: 32:1 Entitled Height: unlimited Proposed Height: 602 feet / 51 floors *8:1 FAR achievable with compliance with Waterfront Overlay Rainey Street subdistrict affordable housing provision requirements. 5 Project Facts 511,492 total square feet Residential: 426,908 SF / 446 units Pedestrian-Oriented Uses: 11,994 SF 267 parking spaces 6 Gatekeeper Requirements 1. 2-Star Green Builder → 3-Star AEGB rating proposed 2. Great Streets Compliance 3. Substantial Compliance with Downtown Design Guidelines 7 Community Benefits 1. On-site Affordable Housing: a. 4,649.45 square feet (Rainey District Requirement) 4,649.45 square feet (Total) 2. Fee-In-Lieu a. $400,000.00 (8:1 to 15:1 FAR) b. $1,357,460.00 (15:1 to 32:1 FAR) $1,757,460.00 fee-in-lieu (Total) 3. 3-Star AEGB Benefit a. Grants 32,000 SF bonus area 8 Community Benefits 1. On-site Affordable Housing: a. 4,649.45 square feet (Rainey District Requirement) b. 9,358.55 square feet (Additional On-Site Provision) 14,008 square feet (Total) 2. Fee-In-Lieu a. $400,000.00 (8:1 to 15:1 FAR) b. $889,532.50 (15:1 to 32:1 FAR) $1,289,532.50 fee-in-lieu (Total) 3. 3-Star AEGB Benefit a. Grants 32,000 SF bonus area 9 Working Group • Met with Working Group on November 19, 2020 • Achieved compliance with the following: • 10 out of 11 Area Wide Guidelines • 7 out of 11 applicable Public Streetscape Guidelines • 5 out of 7 Building Guidelines • Not applicable: Plaza and Open Space Guidelines 10 Summary of Changes • Tripled on-site affordable housing provision • Additional outdoor café seating on both sides of Rainey Street sidewalk clear zone • Inclusion of bollards for pedestrian safety • Built-in bench underneath mural on Davis Street 11 12 Project Facts 582,513 total square feet Residential: 225,507 SF / 198 units Hotel: 349,236 SF / 424 keys Bar / Restaurant / Amenities: 5,825 SF 140 below grade parking spaces 13 Project Facts 582,513 total square feet Residential: 225,507 SF / 198 units Hotel: 349,236 SF / 424 keys Bar / Restaurant / Amenities: 5,825 SF Y E L L A 140 below grade parking spaces DAVIS STREET T E E R T S Y E N A R I 14 Project Facts 582,513 total square feet Y E L L A Residential: 225,507 SF / …
SOUTH CENTRAL WATERFRONT Austin Economic Development Corporation DECEMBER 21, 2020 SCWAB Update - AEDC | 1 Update: Austin Economic Development Corporation § City Council approved the creation of the AEDC in Resolution No. 20201001-055 § AEDC Major Projects § South Central Waterfront § Cultural Trust § Huston-Tillotson Master Planning Support § International Investment Fund § Ongoing City-Wide Projects § Support on P3 negotiations § Public Pipeline Coordination § Other Projects as directed by Council SCWAB Update - AEDC | 2 Public Real Estate Developer § Why? A public developer can… § Move at the pace of the market § Speed approvals, but with the direct oversight of the City § Reduce the burdens of government with new funding sources § Own and operate real estate to generate cash § Accept charitable donations § Accept investment dollars § Blend the best of public and private deal-making § Generate more money for COA from under-performing real estate SCWAB Update - AEDC | 3 South Central Waterfront Purpose: Manage P3 Negotiations, Regulating Plan and TIF/TIRZ Multiple South Central Waterfront plans have called for the creation of a dedicated local government corporation to manage the implementation of the plan and serve as a steward for the project over the next 20 years – we propose that is Austin Economic Development Corporation. SCWAB Update - AEDC | 4 AEDC Organizational Chart Three Year Stabilized View City of Austin Board of Directors President & CEO Admin Chief Financial Officer General Counsel Chief Operating Officer Chief of Staff (GovCo & PR) IIF Manager Budget Analyst Chief Transactions Officer (CXO) Asset Management Planner SCWAB Update - AEDC | 5 AEDC – COA Master Contract AEDC will propose an annual contract, becoming a public developer on behalf of COA § Real Estate Projects (Three Types) § Lease Administration: AEDC will manage properties on behalf of the City. The City will retain title. AEDC will be paid out of proceeds from the property and will follow all City rules for procurement and disposition. The City retains title. § Transaction Support: AEDC will perform a transaction (lease, sale, purchase) on direction from the City. AEDC will follow all City procurement and disposition requirements, as applicable. AEDC must comply with all Texas law and will obtain appropriate licenses and certifications including a Broker’s license. AEDC will never have any property interest. Payments to AEDC will be made from the transaction. § Public …
David Carroll, Chair Melissa Henao-Robledo, Vice Chair Aan Coleman Beau Frail Samuel Franco Martha Gonzales Ben Luckens Josue Meiners Jessica Rollason Evan Taniguchi Bart Whatley Jorge Rousselin, Executive Liaison Aaron D. Jenkins Staff Liaison Art Zamorano Staff Liaison City of Austin Design Commission DESIGN COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20201221-01A Aan Coleman Josue Meiners Seconded By: Jessica Rollason Design Commission recommendation for the project located at 90 & 92 Rainey Street. Date: December 28, 2020 Subject: Motioned By: Friendly Amendment: Recommendation: The City of Austin Design Commission recommends that the project located at 90 & 92 Rainey Street, as presented on December 21, 2020, substantially complies with the City of Austin Urban Design Guidelines with the additional recommendation that public benches be included near the art wall along the Davis Street façade. Rationale: Dear Honorable Mayor Adler, City Council Members, Planning Commission, and the Director of Housing and Planning, This letter is to confirm the Design Commission’s recommendation that the project located at 90 & 92 Rainey Highway, as presented to us on December 21, 2020 substantially complies with the Urban Design Guidelines as one of the gatekeeper requirements of the Downtown Density Bonus Program. Our review found the following positive attributes: 1. The applicant has agreed to add public benches along the art wall on the Davis Street façade. 2. All curb cuts are proposed to be in the alley 3. Parking count is lower than industry standard 4. Residential Lobby is limited and lots of retail space is provided at street level and basement level 7 - 0 - 0 Respectfully, City of Austin Design Commission Vote: For: Aan Coleman, Beau Frail, Josue Meiners, Bart Whatley, Ben Luckens, Jessica Rollason, Samuel Franco Against: NA Abstain: NA Recuse: David Carroll Absent: Martha Gonzalez, Evan Taniguchi, Melissa Henao-Robledo Attest: David Carroll, Chair of the Design Commission 1 of 1 Design Commission - Recommendation for 9092 Rainey Page 1
David Carroll, Chair Melissa Henao-Robledo, Vice Chair Aan Coleman Beau Frail Samuel Franco Martha Gonzales Ben Luckens Josue Meiners Jessica Rollason Evan Taniguchi Bart Whatley Jorge Rousselin, Executive Liaison Aaron D. Jenkins Staff Liaison Art Zamorano Staff Liaison City of Austin Design Commission DESIGN COMMISSION RESOLUTION 20201221-01E – Historic Design Standards WHEREAS, no city adopted Historic Design Standards exist today, leaving neighborhoods, home owners, and design professionals without the proper resources to guide them in the historical design and application process; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards are organized in a clear, easy-to-use, graphic format that both design professionals and home owners can understand; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards will provide for clearer standards, making historical designations easier to attain and in a more equitable way; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards will provide a more consistent and predictable review process for applicants, the Historic Landmark Commission, and city staff; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards will serve to help maintain and preserve our historic resources, as directed in the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards will allow us to better preserve our cultural and historical assets as outlined in Austin Strategic Direction 2023; and WHEREAS, historical preservation of built structures diverts construction materials from the landfill, thereby helping to achieve the city’s adopted goal of Zero Waste by 2040, as outlined in the Austin Resource Recovery Masterplan; and WHEREAS, historical preservation of built structures reduces the need for new building materials, thereby mitigating potential carbon emissions and helping to achieve the zero-emissions goal outlined in the Austin Community Climate Plan. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the City of Austin Design Commission supports the adoption of the proposed Historic Design Standards in that they will help the city meet its shared goals and provide for a more clear and equitable process. Record of Vote: Motion by Commissioner Whatley, second by Commissioner Rollason. Motion passed 7-0-0. Date of approval: December 21, 2020 Attest: David Carroll, Chair 1 of 1 Design Commission - Resolution for Historic Design Standards Page 1
David Carroll, Chair Melissa Henao-Robledo, Vice Chair Aan Coleman Beau Frail Samuel Franco Martha Gonzales Ben Luckens Josue Meiners Jessica Rollason Evan Taniguchi Bart Whatley Jorge Rousselin, Executive Liaison Aaron D. Jenkins Staff Liaison Art Zamorano Staff Liaison City of Austin Design Commission DESIGN COMMISSION RESOLUTION 20201221-01E – Historic Design Standards WHEREAS, no city adopted Historic Design Standards exist today, leaving neighborhoods, home owners, and design professionals without the proper resources to guide them in the historical design and application process; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards are organized in a clear, easy-to-use, graphic format that both design professionals and home owners can understand; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards will provide for clearer standards, making historical designations easier to attain and in a more equitable way; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards will provide a more consistent and predictable review process for applicants, the Historic Landmark Commission, and city staff; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards will serve to help maintain and preserve our historic resources, as directed in the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards will allow us to better preserve our cultural and historical assets as outlined in Austin Strategic Direction 2023; and WHEREAS, historical preservation of built structures diverts construction materials from the landfill, thereby helping to achieve the city’s adopted goal of Zero Waste by 2040, as outlined in the Austin Resource Recovery Masterplan; and WHEREAS, historical preservation of built structures reduces the need for new building materials, thereby mitigating potential carbon emissions and helping to achieve the zero-emissions goal outlined in the Austin Community Climate Plan. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the City of Austin Design Commission supports the adoption of the proposed Historic Design Standards in that they will help the city meet its shared goals and provide for a more clear and equitable process. Record of Vote: Motion by Commissioner Whatley, second by Commissioner Rollason. Motion passed 7-0-0. Date of approval: December 21, 2020 Attest: David Carroll, Chair 1 of 1 Design Commission - Resolution for Historic Design Standards Page 1
PUBLIC NOTICE OF A MEETING TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN TO BE HELD AT Via Video Conference Call 1 (646) 749-3122; Access Code: 278-987-013 Austin, TX (512.477.4488) Thursday, December 17, 2020 12:00 PM CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM CONSENT ITEMS ACTION ITEMS Citizens Communication (Note: There will be a three-minute time limitation) 1. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes Summary for the Board Meeting held on November 19, 2020 2. Update on HACA's actions related to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and update on HACA's Resident and Client Support Center 3. Presentation on the Independent Auditor's Report for the Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2020 4. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02684: Approval of Revisions to the Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan 5. Update on AAHC's acquisition and development programs 6. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action on Resolution No. 02685: Resolution authorizing the Housing Authority of the City of Austin (the “Authority”) to take such actions necessary or convenient to facilitate the development of Highland Village, a multifamily housing development (the “Project”) 7. Presentation, Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Resolution No. 02686: Approval to Submit the 2021 Public Housing Authority Annual Plan and Update to the Five-Year Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development EXECUTIVE SESSION The Board may go into Executive Session (close its meeting to the public) Pursuant to: a. 551.071, Texas Gov't Code, consultations with Attorney regarding legal advice, pending or contemplated litigation; or a settlement offer; b. 551.072, Texas Gov't Code, discussion about the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property; c. 551.074, Texas Gov't Code, discuss the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee. d. 551.087, Texas Gov't Code, discuss certain economic development negotiations. OPEN SESSION If there is an Executive Session, the Board will return to Open Session for discussion, consideration and possible action of matters discussed in Executive Session. REPORTS The Board accepts the following reports: • President's Report • Chief Financial Officer's Report ADJOURNMENT "Pursuant to 30.06, Penal Code, (trespass by holder of license with a concealed handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not attend this …
OF THE AUSTIN AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION PUBLIC NOTICE OF A MEETING TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR BOARD MEETING TO BE HELD AT Via Video Conference Call 1 (646) 749-3122; Access Code: 278-987-013 Austin, TX (512.477.4488) Thursday, December 17, 2020 12:00 PM CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM Citizens Communication (Note: There will be a three-minute time limitation) CONSENT ITEMS 1. 2. ACTION ITEMS Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes Summary for the Board Meeting held on November 19, 2020 Presentation, Discussion and Possible Action on Resolution No. 00176 by the Board of Directors of Austin Affordable Housing Corporation (“AAHC”) authorizing AAHC to execute any and all documents, or take any other action, that is necessary or desirable to participate in the housing tax credit application for El Prado at Estancia EXECUTIVE SESSION The Board may go into Executive Session (close its meeting to the public) Pursuant to: a. 551.071, Texas Gov't Code, consultations with Attorney regarding legal advice, pending or contemplated litigation; or a settlement offer; b. 551.072, Texas Gov't Code, discussion about the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property; c. 551.074, Texas Gov't Code, discuss the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee. d. 551.087, Texas Gov't Code, discuss certain economic development negotiations. OPEN SESSION If there is an Executive Session, the Board will return to Open Session for discussion, consideration and possible action of matters discussed in Executive Session. REPORTS The Board accepts the following reports: President's Report Other Staff Reports Commissioners' Reports/Questions to the Department Staff ADJOURNMENT "Pursuant to 30.06, Penal Code, (trespass by holder of license with a concealed handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not attend this meeting with a concealed handgun." "Pursuant to 30.07, Penal Code (trespass by holder of license with an openly carried handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not attend this meeting with a handgun that is carried openly." "En virtud del 30.06, Codigo Penal, (traspaso titular de licencia con una pistola), una persona bajo el subcapitulo H, capitulo 411, codigo de gobierno (Ley de licencia de arma or pistola), no se permiten en este reunion con una arma o pistola. …
PUBLIC NOTICE OF A MEETING TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE AUSTIN AFFORDABLE PFC, INC. TO BE HELD AT Via Video Conference Call 1 (646) 749-3122; Access Code: 278-987-013 Thursday, December 17, 2020 Austin, TX (512.477.4488) 12:00 PM CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM Citizens Communication (Note: There will be a three-minute time limitation) CONSENT ITEMS 1. 2. ACTION ITEMS Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes Summary for the Board Meeting held on November 19, 2020 Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action on Resolution No. 00080: Resolution declaring intent to issue bonds to provide for a multifamily residential rental development for persons of low and moderate income (El Prado at Estancia); prescribing certain terms and conditions of such bonds; authorizing the filing of an application for allocation of Private Activity Bonds with the Texas Bond Review Board; and containing other provisions relating to the subject EXECUTIVE SESSION The Board may go into Executive Session (close its meeting to the public) Pursuant to: a. 551.071, Texas Gov't Code, consultations with Attorney regarding legal advice, pending or contemplated litigation; or a settlement offer; b. 551.072, Texas Gov't Code, discussion about the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property; c. 551.074, Texas Gov't Code, discuss the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee. d. 551.087, Texas Gov't Code, discuss certain economic development negotiations. OPEN SESSION If there is an Executive Session, the Board will return to Open Session for discussion, consideration and possible action of matters discussed in Executive Session. REPORTS The Board accepts the following reports: President's Report Other Staff Reports Commissioners' Reports/Questions to the Department Staff ADJOURNMENT "Pursuant to 30.06, Penal Code, (trespass by holder of license with a concealed handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not attend this meeting with a concealed handgun." "Pursuant to 30.07, Penal Code (trespass by holder of license with an openly carried handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not attend this meeting with a handgun that is carried openly." "En virtud del 30.06, Codigo Penal, (traspaso titular de licencia con una pistola), una persona bajo el subcapitulo H, capitulo 411, codigo de gobierno (Ley …
PUBLIC NOTICE OF A MEETING TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Audit and Budget Committee Meeting OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN Thursday, December 17, 2020 10:30 AM TO BE HELD Via Conference Call 1 (646) 749-3122; Access Code: 278-987-013 A RECORDING OF THE MEETING WILL BE POSTED ON HACA'S WEBSITE WWW.HACANET.ORG/BOARD WITHIN TWO BUSINESS DAYS AFTER THE MEETING DATE The Audit and Budget Committee will meet from 10:30 am - 12:00 pm The Committee's objective is to provide the Board with an opportunity to review finance budgets, operations and policies to ensure that HACA's strategic and program goals are being met. The Audit and Budget Committee consists of all members of HACA's Board of Commissioners. No votes on any matter shall be taken during the Audit and Budget Committee Meeting. CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM CONSENT ITEM: 1. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes Summary for the Audit and Budget Committee Meeting held on October 15, 2020 The Committee will receive a briefing on HACA and its subsidiaries' most recent Annual Audit, ending March 31, 2020. The Committee will be briefed by Brian Nemeroff and Sean Cedar of Berman Hopkins which performed the Audit. ADJOURNMENT "Pursuant to 30.06, Penal Code, (trespass by holder of license with a concealed handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not attend this meeting with a concealed handgun." "Pursuant to 30.07, Penal Code (trespass by holder of license with an openly carried handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not attend this meeting with a handgun that is carried openly." "En virtud del 30.06, Codigo Penal, (traspaso titular de licencia con una pistola), una persona bajo el subcapitulo H, capitulo 411, codigo de gobierno (Ley de licencia de arma or pistola), no se permiten en este reunion con una arma o pistola. "En virtud de 30.07, Codigo Penal (prevaricacion por titular de la licencia con un arma o pistola abiertamente llevado), una persona bajo el subcapitulo H, capitulo 411, codigo de gobierno (Ley de licencia de arma o pistola), no se permiten en esta reunion con un arma o pistola que lleva abiertamente. *The Housing Authority of the City of Austin (HACA) Board of Commissioners reserves the right to discuss and consider items out of …
PUBLIC NOTICE OF A MEETING TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE SOUTH CONGRESS PFC 1 (646) 749-3122; Access Code: 278-987-013 TO BE HELD AT Via Conference Call Austin, TX (512.477.4488) 12:00 PM Thursday, December 17, 2020 CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM Pledge of Allegiance CONSENT ITEMS 1. 2. ACTION ITEMS Citizens Communication (Note: There will be a three-minute time limitation) Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes Summary for the Board Meeting held on June 18, 2020 Presentation, Discussion and Possible Action on Resolution No. 00005 by the Board of Directors of South Congress Public Facility Corporation (“PFC”) authorizing the PFC to execute any and all documents, or take any other action, that is necessary or desirable to: (1) acquire a leasehold interest in certain real property located in Austin, Texas (the “Land”) on which a residential multifamily apartment development consisting of affordable housing units and market rate units and associated amenities is to be constructed and known as Highland Village (the “Project”); (2) sublease the Land to Highland Village Apartments LP, a Delaware limited partnership (the “Partnership”) to facilitate the construction and operation of the Project by the Partnership, including the placement of affordable housing units and market rate units at the Project; and (3) execute any such further documentation as necessary or desirable, including any financing documentation, to facilitate the development of the Project EXECUTIVE SESSION The Board may go into Executive Session (close its meeting to the public) Pursuant to: a. 551.071, Texas Gov't Code, consultations with Attorney regarding legal advice, pending or contemplated litigation; or a settlement offer; b. 551.072, Texas Gov't Code, discussion about the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property; c. 551.074, Texas Gov't Code, discuss the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee. d. 551.087, Texas Gov't Code, discuss certain economic development negotiations. If there is an Executive Session, the Board will return to Open Session for discussion, consideration and possible action of matters discussed in Executive Session. OPEN SESSION REPORTS The Board accepts the following reports: President's Report Other Staff Reports Commissioners' Reports/Questions to the Department Staff ADJOURNMENT "Pursuant to 30.06, Penal Code, (trespass by holder of license with a concealed handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter …
Versión en español a continuación. Library Commission Special Called Meeting THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2020, 3-4:30 PM Library Commission meeting to be held December 17, 2020 with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance no later than Wednesday, December 16 by Noon. All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the December 17, 2020 Library Commission Meeting, members of the public must: •Call or email the board liaison at 512-974-7420 or sharon.herfurth@austintexas.gov no later than noon, Wednesday, December 16. 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 sharon.herfurth@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 Library Commission FECHA de la reunion Thursday, December 17, 2020, 3-4:30 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 Wednesday, December 16 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 512-974-7420 or sharon.herfurth@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 para llamar …
Versión en español a continuación. Commission on Immigrant Affairs Special Called Meeting Thursday, December 17, 2020 Commission on Immigrant Affairs to be held December 17, 2020 with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (December 16, 2020 by noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the December 17, 2020 Commission on Immigrant Affairs Meeting, members of the public must: •Call or email the board liaison at 512-972-5117 or sinying.chan@austintexas.gov no later than noon, December 16, 2020. 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 sinying.chan@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 on Immigrant Affairs FECHA de la reunion (Jueves, Diciembre 17, 2020) 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 (Diciembre 16, 2020 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 junta en 512-909-0976 o sinying.chan@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 para llamar ). …
Versión en español a continuación. Special Called Meeting of the Zero Waste Advisory Commission Thursday, December 17, 2020 Zero Waste Advisory Commission to be held Thursday, December 17, 2020, with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (Wednesday, December 16, 2020) by Noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting To speak remotely at the December 17, 2020 Meeting, residents must: •Call or email the board liaison at (512) 974-1931 Jaime.Germany@austintexas.gov no later than noon, (the day before the meeting). The information required is the speaker's name, the item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, and a telephone number or email address. •Once a request to speak has been called in or emailed to the board liaison, residents will receive either an email or phone call providing the telephone number to call on the day of the scheduled meeting. •Speakers must call in at least 15 minutes before the meeting starts 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 Jaime.Germany@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 this meeting is broadcast live, residents may watch the meeting here: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Reunión del Zero Waste Advisory Commission FECHA de la reunion (December 17, 2020) 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 (December 16, 2020 antes del mediodía). Todos los comentarios públicos se producirán al comienzo de la reunión. The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal ac cess 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 Jaime Germany Terry at Austin Resource Recovery Department, at (512-974-1931), for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Zero Waste Advisory Commission), please contact Jaime Germany Terry at (512) 974-1931. …
To: From: Zero Waste Advisory Commission Ken Snipes Director Austin Resource Recovery Date: December 17, 2020 Subject: Director’s Monthly Report to the Zero Waste Advisory Commission Circular Meet-Ups The Circular Economy Program launched Circular Meet-Ups, a new virtual networking series for the circular economy community, on December 1st as part of their ongoing business engagement services. These free meet-up events feature speakers from circular economy businesses and projects and provide a forum for circular economy start-ups, professionals, and interested community members to connect regularly. At the December 1st event, the founders of re:3D, Trashless, and Junkluggers of Austin shared the stories of their companies with a virtual audience of about 20 business leaders, sustainability professionals, and students. Circular Meet-Ups will take place on the first Tuesday of every other month, with the next event occurring on February 2nd. All who are interested can register for any of the 2021 events at http://austincircularmeetups.eventbrite.com. Zero Waste Business Rebate The Business Outreach Team is targeting rebate funding on several options, with the top priority being food rescue. Staff will be sending postcards next week to notify food rescue organizations of the food rescue rebate, which encourages the purchase of equipment that increases their ability to received food donations. Eligible expenses include coolers, shelving, and food transportation equipment. The team will follow up with additional zero waste education early next year, encouraging food permitted businesses, like restaurants, to donate their food. Learn more at https://www.austintexas.gov/department/zero-waste-business-rebate Green Fleet Austin Resource Recovery is actively working with Fleet Services to build a more sustainable fleet. ARR has worked with various vendors to test out their electric vehicles and trucks. We are in the process of adding additional electric sedans to our fleet. We also plan to replace our conventional pickup trucks with electric trucks in our FY ’22 purchase. Pricing is not yet available from contracted vendors for FY ’21 for suitable models. Currently, ARR is unable to utilize electric refuse trucks because the current electric refuse trucks in the market have short operational mileage as ARR is covering large areas without transfer stations. However, ARR is continuously looking into options on transfer stations and monitoring the market to electrify our refuse trucks to meet our operational needs. Give A Great Story Holiday Campaign ARR launched the 2020 ‘Give A Great Story’ holiday campaign, encouraging Austinites to rethink shopping and gifting this holiday season by shopping zero …
Director’s Report November 2020 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS HIghlights ____________________________________________________________________ 3 Facilities Services _____________________________________________________________ 6 FY2018 Bond Program Summary ____________________________________________________________ 6 FY2012 Bond Program Summary ____________________________________________________________ 8 Cepeda Branch / Hampton Branch (Site/Civil) Report ___________________________________________ 13 Faulk Building / Austin History Center Monthly Report ___________________________________________ 15 Interior Renovations Monthly Report _________________________________________________________ 17 Roof Replacements & Systems Upgrades Monthly Report________________________________________ 19 Austin History Center _________________________________________________________ 22 Library Priorities _____________________________________________________________ 23 Literacy Advancement ____________________________________________________________________ 23 Digital Inclusion & STEM __________________________________________________________________ 23 Equity, Diversity & Inclusion ________________________________________________________________ 24 Civic and Community Engagement __________________________________________________________ 24 Staff Development _______________________________________________________________________ 24 Workforce and Economic Development _______________________________________________________ 24 APL By the Numbers __________________________________________________________ 25 Virtual Collections Usage October ___________________________________________________________ 25 HIGHLIGHTS Digital Inclusion 3 One of the many things that has become apparent during the pandemic is the still large digital divide that exists in communities across the country – and Austin is no different. The digital divide is the gap between those who have reliable access to the internet, devices to access the internet, and the knowledge to use the devices and information on the internet – and those who don’t. The Austin Public Library has an important role to play in closing the digital divide and staff around the organization have been working diligently to affect change in Austin. Some of those projects include: • Hotspots and laptops/Chromebooks for Housing Authority of the City of Austin (HACA) and Foundation Communities are being deployed to five different sites in early December so that residents can access the internet for school, job opportunities and more. • A CARES Act Grant is providing funding for hotspots for students. The Outreach team is working with Del Valle ISD and charter schools to distribute these hotspots in the coming weeks to students who • A team of staff are developing a digital inclusion strategy for the Library which includes a flexible curriculum for digital literacy training for customers, a bank of resources for instructors, and an need reliable internet access. evaluation plan. • And, hotspots are still available for checkout to APL card holders through our curbside service. COVID-19 Update – Library Book Drops Open & Curbside Service Enhancements Austin Public Library is providing a roadmap for future service changes as they relate to operations during the COVID-19 pandemic. The multi-phase approach outlines several possible reopening scenarios, each dependent on factors such as recommendations from county, state and federal health …
Versión en español a continuación. Animal Advisory Commission Special Called Meeting Thursday, December 17, 6 p.m. Animal Advisory Commission Special Called Meeting to be held Thursday, December 17, 2020, with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (Wednesday, December 16, by noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the December 17 Animal Advisory Commission Meeting, members of the public must: • Call or email the commission liaison, Belinda Hare, at 512-978-0565 or Belinda.hare@austintexas.gov no later than Wednesday noon, December 16. Email is most efficient when communicating. The following information is required: speaker name, agenda item number(s) you wish to speak on, whether you are for/against/neutral, email address and telephone number (must be the same phone number that will be used to call into the meeting). • Once a request to speak has been made to the commission 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. Please call in by 5:45 p.m. on December 17. • Speakers will be placed in a queue until their time to speak. • Handouts or other information may be emailed to Belinda.hare@austintexas.gov by noon, December 16, 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 Animal Advisory Commission FECHA de la reunion (Thursday, December 17, 6 p.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 (Wednesday noon, December 16, 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 Belinda Hare, 512-978-0565 or Belinda.Hare@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 …
