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ITEM02 C15-2026-0020 LATE BACKUP SUPP — original pdf
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ITEM03 C15-2026-0021 LATE BACKUP OPP — original pdf
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ITEM03 C15-2026-0021 LATE BACKUP SUPP — original pdf
ITEM03/1-LATE BACKUP-SUPP ITEM03/2-LATE BACKUP-SUPP Re: Case C15-2026-0021 2101 Arpdale, Austin TX 78704 Board of Adjustment Agenda Item 3, June 8, 2026 To: Chair and Members of the Board of Adjustment, City of Austin On behalf of the Zoning Committee of the Zilker Neighborhood Association, I am writing to inform you that the committee is not opposed to the variance from 25-2-492 (side street setback) requested at 2101 Arpdale. Some background: Our review of this case began in March when the shade structure was cited for a violation of the “Openness of Required Yards” ordinance, 25-2-513. We approached it from the perspective of neighbors who have been asking about City regulation of shade-cloth covers, tarps, awnings, aka carport canopies, to protect cars and reduce the heat coming off of driveways. Neighbors say they are not getting clear answers from the City, and most are left with the impression that permits are not required. A few years ago, the AIA recommended revisions to the “Openness” section, making a distinction between the actual building versus "structures" that are unenclosed and detached. These shade structures are not porches or carports that are part of the house itself; they need a separate definition that acknowledges the importance of mitigating heat, along with some guidelines for safe installation. Until we have a chance to review the placement and dimensions of existing shade structures in the area, we are reluctant to refer to this one as a carport that would be subject to the same permitting as a potential garage under current code. The City is also considering other code changes that could be relevant to this case, including a reduction in the width of side street setbacks. Meanwhile, we recognize that this request presents a qualifying hardship. The findings: The case meets the necessary findings for a hardship, in that the house was built in 1950 on an unusually narrow corner lot. The house is set back only 12 feet from the side street (Ann Arbor), rather than the current code requirement of 15 feet. The driveway parking area itself conforms to code and minimizes the impervious cover on the lot, but the orientation of this side of Ann Arbor to the sun exposes the pavement to intense heat. Strict adherence to the code (either 492 or 513) appears to deny the owner the reasonable use of a shade cover for vehicles in the parking area. …
ITEM04 C15-2026-0022 LATE BACKUP OPP — original pdf
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ITEM04 C15-2026-0022 LATE BACKUP SUPP — original pdf
ITEM04/1-LATE BACKUP SUPP ITEM04/2-LATE BACKUP SUPP ITEM04/3-LATE BACKUP SUPP ITEM04/4-LATE BACKUP SUPP ITEM04/5-LATE BACKUP SUPP ITEM04/6-LATE BACKUP SUPP ITEM04/7-LATE BACKUP SUPP From: To: Subject: Date: Ramirez, Elaine C15-2026-002 Friday, June 5, 2026 1:16:27 PM [You don't often get email from https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification ] Learn why this is important at External Email - Exercise Caution My name is Tara McCown and live at 2700 Hillview Green Lane which is within 500’of 2615 1/2 Hillview Rd., the address listed the Notice of public hearing variante request. I am requesting to be added as an interested Party. Please use my prefered email address and my phone number is 2 I conditionally support Variance request C15-2026-002. The condition that must included for my aprovar is that Hillview Rd will not be used. As an access pont or ingress/egress for the above property located at 2615 1/2 Hillview Rd. The property will follow the restrictions defined in the deed. Regards, Tara McCown Sent from my iPad CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov". ITEM04/8-LATE BACKUP SUPP ITEM04/9-LATE BACKUP SUPP From: To: Subject: Date: n Ramirez, Elaine INTERESTED PARTY REQUEST FOR C15-2026-022 and Variance Approval with Condition Friday, June 5, 2026 2:08:27 PM External Email - Exercise Caution "My name is Cheryl Crain, I live at 2707 Hillview Green Lane, which is within 500' of 2615 1/2 Hillview Rd., the address listed the Notice of Public Hearing Variance Request. I am requesting to be added as an interested party. Please use my preferred email address s and my phone number is I conditionally support Variance request C15-2026-002. The condition that must be included in the variance for my approval is that Hillview Rd. will NOT be used as an access point or ingress/egress for the above property located at 2615 1/2 Hillview Rd. The property will follow the restrictions defined in the deed. Regards, Cheryl Crain 2707 Hillview Green Lane Austin, TX 78703 CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at …
ITEM02 C15-2026-0020 GRANTED DS — original pdf
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM 02 DATE: Monday June 8, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0020 ___-____Thomas Ates (D1) NO VOTE - LATE ___Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ___-____Jessica Cohen (D3) OUT ___Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ___-____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) OUT ___Y____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) ___Y____Sameer S Birring (D7) ___Y____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) ___Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) ___Y____Jeffery L Bowen (M) ___Y____Corry L Archer-McClellan (Alternate) (M) ___Y____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ___-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Leonard Winn and Katherine Winn OWNER: Leonard Winn and Katherine Winn ADDRESS: 6508 HIGHPOINT COVE VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-899 (Fences as Accessory Uses) to increase the height from six (6) feet (maximum allowed) to eight feet (8’) feet (requested), in order to erect a fence along street side (North) property line in a “SF-2-NP”, Single-Family-Neighborhood Plan zoning district (University Hills Neighborhood Plan). Note: The Land Development Code 25-2-899 Fences as Accessory Uses (A) Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, a fence: (1) is permitted as an accessory use in any zoning district; and (2) must comply with the requirements of this section. (B) In this section: (1) an ornamental fence is a fence with an open design that has a ratio of solid material to open space of not more than one to four; and (2) a solid fence is a fence other than an ornamental fence. (C) The height restrictions of this section do not apply to an ornamental fence. (D) Except as otherwise provided in this section, a solid fence constructed along a property line may not exceed a height of six feet measured from the natural grade up. (E) If there is a change in grade of at least one foot measured along any run of a solid fence along a property line, then the portion of the fence where the grade change occurs may be constructed to a maximum height of seven feet. (F) a solid fence along a property line may be constructed to a maximum height of eight feet if each owner of property that adjoins a section of the fence that exceeds a height of six feet files written consent to the construction of the fence with the building official; and (1) there is a change in grade of at least two feet within 50 feet of the boundary between adjoining properties; or (2) a structure, including …
ITEM03 C15-2026-0021 PP DS TO JULY 13 — original pdf
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM 03 DATE: Monday June 8, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0021 ___Y____Thomas Ates (D1) ___Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ___-____Jessica Cohen (D3) OUT ___Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ___-____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) OUT ___Y____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) ___Y____Sameer S Birring (D7) ___Y____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) ___Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) ___Y____Jeffery L Bowen (M) ___Y____Corry L Archer-McClellan (Alternate) (M) ___Y____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ___-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: George Siddall OWNER: George Siddall ADDRESS: 2101 ARPDALE STREET VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) (D) from setback requirements for a street side setback of 15 feet (required) to 0 feet (requested) in order to maintain a Carport in a “SF-3”, Single-Family zoning district. BOARD’S DECISION: The public hearing was closed by Chair Jeffery Bowen, Board Member Michael Von Ohlen’s motion to postpone to July 13, 2026, Board member Haseeb Abdullah second on 11-0 votes; POSTPONED TO JULY 13, 2026. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property, will not impair the use of adjacent conforming property, and will not impair the purpose of the regulations of the zoning district in which the property is located because: Elaine Ramirez Executive Liaison Jeffery Bowen Chairman for
ITEM04 C15-2026-0022 GRANTED DS W CONDS — original pdf
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM 04 DATE: Monday June 8, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0022 ___Y____Thomas Ates (D1) ___Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ___-____Jessica Cohen (D3) OUT ___Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ___-____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) OUT ___Y____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) ___Y____Sameer S Birring (D7) ___Y____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) ___Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) ___Y____Jeffery L Bowen (M) ___Y____Corry L Archer-McClellan (Alternate) (M) ___Y____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ___-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Nikelle Meade OWNER: Austin Area School for Dyslexics-Laura Steinbach ADDRESS: 2615-1/2 HILLVIEW RD VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-832 (Private Schools) …(1) to reduce the minimum required roadway width (Hillview Rd) to allow the use on a site located on a street with a paved width of at least 30’ (requested), from a minimum paved width of 40’ (required) for a public or private primary or secondary school in a “SF-3-NP”, Single-Family-Neighborhood Plan zoning district (West Austin Neighborhood Group). NOTE: 25-2-832 - PRIVATE SCHOOLS. This section applies to a public or private primary or secondary school. A site must be located on a street that has a paved width of at least 40 feet from the site to where it connects with another street that has a paved width of at least 40 feet. If more than one dwelling unit is located on the site, the dwelling units must comply with the requirements of this title that are applicable to residential uses. Source: Section 13-2-261; Ord. 990225-70; Ord. 031211-11. (1) (2) BOARD’S DECISION: The public hearing was closed by Chair Jeffery Bowen, Board Member Michael Von Ohlen’s motion to approve with conditions to prohibit access or curb cut on the Hillview side street and also that the school obtain No Parking signs established on the school property side of the street from property line marked 40.29 to 30.17 dimension line noted on Item04/04 Presentation sheet, Board member Corry L Archer-McClellan second on 11-0 votes; GRANTED WITH CONDITIONS TO PROHIBIT ACCESS OR CURB CUT ON THE HILLVIEW SIDE STREET AND ALSO THAT THE SCHOOL OBTAIN NO PARKING SIGNS ESTABLISHED ON THE SCHOOL PROPERTY SIDE OF THE STREET FROM PROPERTY LINE MARKED 40.29 TO 30.17 DIMENSION LINE NOTED ON ITEM04/04 PRESENTATION SHEET. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: the property is prohibited from taking access to Hillview Road by a recorded plat …
ITEM04 C15-2026-0022 LATE LATE BACKUP-SUPP JUN8 — original pdf
Ramirez, Elaine N RE: Submission of Written Comments for Case No. C15-2026-0022 Monday, June 8, 2026 2:48:11 PM image001.png External Email - Exercise Caution From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Attachments: Hi Elaine. I want to amend my letter to read “Support with condition of variance that there is and will be no access to Hillview LN.” How best to do this? Thanks, Richard From: Ramirez, Elaine <Elaine.Ramirez@austintexas.gov> Sent: Tuesday, June 2, 2026 4:19 PM To: Jenny Foster < Cc: Richard Suttle, Jr. <R Subject: RE: Submission of Written Comments for Case No. C15-2026-0022 Hi Jenny, The Support/Opposition Letter(s) has/have been received and will be included in the Late Back-up that the Board will receive the evening of the BOA meeting, Mon. 6/8/26. If you wish to speak at the meeting, you may do so, the information is below. June 8th, 2026 BOA meeting will be held: Hybrid meeting – both in-person and virtual (via phone) 2nd Monday of the Month Austin City Hall - 301 West 2nd Street Council Chambers - 1st Floor / Room 1001 Begins @ 5:30 PM, if you wish to participate in-person please show up at 5:30p.m. as the Board can and will move items/cases around on the Agenda. The meeting will be broadcasted live and can be publicly viewed live at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Day of the meeting, Mon. 6/8/2026, City Hall –Council Chambers; doors will open at 5p.m. to the public, please do not enter before 5pm as City Staff is setting up. Elaine Ramirez Senior Planner Austin Development Services 512-974-2202 elaine.ramirez@austintexas.gov From: Jenny Foster Sent: Tuesday, June 2, 2026 3:07 PM To: Ramirez, Elaine <Elaine.Ramirez@austintexas.gov> Cc: r Subject: Submission of Written Comments for Case No. C15-2026-0022 External Email - Exercise Caution Good Afternoon Elaine, On behalf of Richard Suttle, Jr., please find the attached objection to the above reference case. Richard, copied here, can provide any more information needed. Please let me know if you need anything further for this. Thank you, Jenny Jenny Foster Armbrust & Brown, PLLC 100 Congress Avenue, Suite 1300 Austin, TX 78701 www.abaustin.com THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS E-MAIL MESSAGE IS CONFIDENTIAL AND IS INTENDED ONLY FOR THE NAMED ADDRESSEE(S). THIS MESSAGE MAY BE PROTECTED BY ATTORNEY/CLIENT PRIVILEGE. IF THE READER OF THIS E-MAIL MESSAGE IS NOT AN INTENDED RECIPIENT (OR THE INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBLE FOR THE DELIVERY OF THIS E-MAIL MESSAGE TO AN INTENDED RECIPIENT), BE ADVISED THAT ANY REUSE, …
ITEM05 C15-2026-0014 WITHDRAWN DS — original pdf
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM 05 DATE: Monday June 8, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0014 _______Thomas Ates (D1) _______Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) _______Jessica Cohen (D3) _______Yung-ju Kim (D4) _______Melissa Hawthorne (D5) _______Haseeb Abdullah (D6) _______Sameer S Birring (D7) _______Margaret Shahrestani (D8) _______Brian Poteet (D9) _______Michael Von Ohlen (D10) _______Jeffery L Bowen (M) _______Corry L Archer-McClellan (Alternate) (M) _______Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) _______VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Dillon Tuttle OWNER: Roger Plourde ADDRESS: 2727 EXPOSITION BLVD VARIANCE REQUESTED: Construction of a raised deck that extends into the Section 25-2-492(D) 10' front yard setback in order to provide a safe and functional pedestrian access point form the public right-of-way. Due to the existing elevation change between the public right-of-way and the finished floor elevation, a limited entry stair and porch are proposed to enable safe ingress and egress and provide connectivity to the public right-of-way. BOARD’S DECISION: The public hearing was closed by Chair Jeffery Bowen, Board Member Melissa Hawthorne’s motion to postponed to June 8, 2026, Vice Chair Maggie Shahrestani second on 11-0 votes; POSTPONED TO JUNE 8, 2026. June 8, 2026 – WITHDRAWN BY APPLICANT FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: N/A 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: N/A (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: N/A 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property, will not impair the use of adjacent conforming property, and will not impair the purpose of the regulations of the zoning district in which the property is located because: N/A Elaine Ramirez Executive Liaison Jeffery Bowen Chair for
Agenda — original pdf
- REGULAR MEETING OF THE AUSTIN-TRAVIS COUNTY FOOD POLICY BOARD MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2026, AT 5:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1406 6310 WILHELMINO DELCO DRIVE, AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Austin-Travis County Food Policy Board may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Amanda Rohlich, (512) 974-1364, Amanda.Rohlich@austintexas.gov. CURRENT AUSTIN-TRAVIS COUNTY FOOD POLICY BOARD MEMBERS: Lisa Barden, Chair Andrea Abel Marissa Bell, Vice- Chair Beth Corbett Nitza Cuevas Kacey Hanson Seanna Marceaux Melody McClary Erin McDonald Natalie Poulos AGENDA CALL TO ORDER Board Member roll call and introduction of new and existing board members. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Austin-Travis County Food Policy Board Special Called Meeting on Monday, May 11, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Austin-Travis County Food Plan Implementation. Presentation by Edwin Marty, Food Policy Manager, Austin Climate Action & Resilience and Yaira Robinson, Assistant Director of Environmental Programs, Travis County. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Presentation and discussion about labor within our food system and challenges with food workers, Good Work Austin, Kara Hanaoka Presentation and discussion around Fresh for Less and food access in Travis County, Farmshare Austin, Andrea Abel Presentation and discussion regarding the working group to expand access to nutritious foods through improvement to existing materials and resources and explore alternate or expanded hours for existing resources. Presentation and discussion regarding the working group to participate in the USDA Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) application for funding for conservation easements as a regional partnership. Review Board Member Assignments. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 8. Discuss and take possible action on the Joint Sustainability Committee liaison appointment. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison …
Item 2. Staff Briefing on Food Plan - June 2026 — original pdf
Austin-Travis County Food Plan ATCFPB June 2026 – Staff Update City of Austin Food Plan Updates City Staff Updates ● City staff sent City Council a Food Plan Update Memo on May 5th 2026 ● City staff have completed the annual update of the Food Plan Dashboard ● Funding from the MUFPP Award will be released via a RFA in fall 2026 ● ACAR is hiring! ○ Food and Climate Program Coordinator position ● Food Plan Implementation Collab (pass to Kelly for Q2 updates) Action Station Affiliated Goals Identified Quick Win (one clear & specific action the Collaborative could take in 90 days) Green Dot Votes Red Dot Votes Grow Local Food Goals 1 & 2 Access for this network to maps that clearly overlay available viable land for gardening with food access points and other relevant data like mobility routes. Support Food Workers Goal 3 Power map within key Food + Bev sector leaders: identify + design what we want workers to engage with. Focus on food workers + farm workers initially. Goals 4 & 6 Summer food access for families coordinated via children serving organizations (at Summer Meal Program sites - enhance with referrals + additional food resources) Get Food to People – Group 1 Get Food to People – Group 2 Buy + Serve Better Food Goals 4 & 6 Goals 5 & 8 Rescue & Reuse Food Governance & Infrastructure Goal 7 Goal 9 Communication: initial steps for a food access + resource map/hotline: (1) hold a meeting for food access providers to identify who’s missing (2) Shared internal doc: what is your org; what do you offer •Develop a community outreach plan for Central Texas Farm to School Collaborative to bring more stakeholders to the table – do in collaboration with CAC, Network Weavers and Backbone Team •Pilot a Lunchbox Pepper Project to pilot how to produce commitments, between schools and local farmers. Incorporate a public awareness campaign that highlights the initiative and the Farm to School collaborative A convening / mini-summit to create a community of interest, create a network map, and develop a shared comms campaign/language Submit an LOI for funding for the Collaborative to the St. David’s Foundation Catalyzing Community-Led Leadership grant opportunity by 6/11. 14 1 1 10 8 14 6 1 6 19 5 3 2 17 Next Steps Within 30 days Within 60 days Within 90 days • Distribute …
Item 3. Good Work Austin, Kara Hanaoka - June 2026 — original pdf
Our Mission To foster healthy careers in the local food and beverage industry through professional development and advocacy for more equitable practices Our Vision A healthier Austin connected and uplifted by the local food and beverage community We create better jobs and fair treatment for food workers Good Work Austin Good Work Austin Lowest paid occupational group Highest uninsured rate of any occupational group FOOD WORKERS 65,000$2.13 ANHOURMINIMUM TIPPEDWAGE FOR WORKERS50% RESTAURANTS REPORTEDLABOR SHORTAGESINCOMEIS 25% LESS THAN WHAT ISCONSIDERED A LIVINGWAGE$22.05$16.50CITY OF AUSTIN LIVING WAGE(2025)AVERAGE FOODWORKERS WAGE(2025)IN AUSTIN & TRAVIS COUNTYSource: Austin/Travis County Food Plan (2024), Texas Restaurant Association, Austin Business Journal, City of Austin(2023), Supply Chain Vulnerability AssessmentU.S. Bureau of Labor Satistics (2025) , Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations$9.6BAUSTIN METRO IMPACTFROM FOOD & BEVERAGEINDUSTRY50% WORKERS ARESATISFIED WITHWAGESLARGEST OCCUPATIONALGROUP3rd Good Work Austin Healthy Workplaces champions improved workplace policies through advocacy, training, resouces, and networking. Having trained hundreds of industry professionals, we’re driving positive change throughout our community and advocating for policies that benefit the 65,000 food workers in Austin. Community Kitchen pays local restaurants every day to provide nutritious meals for food-insecure communities. Since May 2020, we’ve distributed over two million meals, distributing more than $10 million back into Austin’s local economy and supporting the survival of local eateries. Culinary Workforce Training offers a free 9-week training opportunity for individuals facing employment barriers, equipping them with essential skills to succeed in the restaurant industry. Due to increasing demand, we have expanded to three annual training cohorts to address labor shortages within the sector. Good Work Austin Our Members Make It PossibleFind an interactive map of our Members hereGood Work Austin’s member businessesare more than just great places to eat anddrink—they are committed to creating abetter food industry. They go the extramile to provide fair wages, benefits, andsafe working conditions for theiremployees while serving up delicious foodand hospitality. Good Work Austin Food Plan: Goal 3Strategy 3.4: Support livable wages for food workersthrough incentives such as rebates, tax incentives, andwage supplements for food system employers who pay alivable wage.Strategy 3.6 Recognize and support businesses in thefood industry that pay livable wages, support workerownership, promote fair labor practices, and offer careerpathways to their employees. Good Work Austin HEALTHCARE ACCESSPILOTNo-cost health coverage for restaurant andhospitality workers in Travis County Good Work Austin Pilot Model Good Work Austin Partnership between Good Work Austin and Central Health, the public hospital district for Travis County 1. …
Item 4. Farmshare Presentation - June 2026 — original pdf
www.farmshareaustin.org Our Mission Located on 13-acre certified organic, mixed produce farm in Eastern Travis County, Farmshare Austin’s mission is to grow a healthy, just and equitable local food system by increasing community food access and cultivating new farmers. www.farmshareaustin.org Education: Pathway to Farming Farmshare Austin provides beginning farmers a training pathway to a career in farming. Farmer Starter is a five-month, entry-level, immersive, cohort-based farmer training program designed to provide aspiring farmers with the essential skills and training needed to manage a sustainable farming business. Cultivator offers Farmer Starter graduates the chance to start their own micro-farm for up to one year. We supply the land, tools, equipment and mentorship and purchase their harvest for our Food Access programs or help them to connect with other buyers. The Central Texas Farm Incubator Collaborative in collaboration with Urban Roots and Hope Full Farm provides beginning farmers in the start-up phase of their businesses with 3-years of access to land, infrastructure, mentorship, business training and marketing outlets to bridge barriers to starting and sustaining a farm. www.farmshareaustin.org Food Access: Mobile Markets & Home Delivery Launched in 2016 as a partnership with Austin Public Health, Fresh for Less provides year-round access to farmers’ market quality, reduced-price produce and nutrient-dense grocery items in 25 zip codes (440 sq miles) in the Eastern Crescent of Austin and Travis County. 5 Mobile Markets Twice Weekly Home Delivery ● ● ● Produce & Pantry RX with Lone Star Circle of Care Food is the Best Medicine postpartum food access ● with Ascension Seton Medical Center ● Casa Marianella ● Northeast District Demonstration Project www.farmshareaustin.org Check out weekly produce and grocery availability! ● ● ● 20+ seasonal veggies, fruit, and herbs, plus year-round staples, such as onions, potatoes and chiles Focus on sourcing from local farms, including Farmshare 20+ grocery items, mostly organic, with enough variety to make complete meals Local eggs and honey ● ● Cash, card, SNAP and Double Up Food Bucks (partnership with Sustainable Food Center) ● Whether shopping at a Mobile Market or for Home Delivery, customers select the quantity and variety that meets their individual needs and preferences www.farmshareaustin.org Mobile Market Locations/Hosts Central Health Del Valle Health & Wellness Center Foundation Communities Sierra Vista Apartments (South Austin) Central Health Southeast Health & Wellness Center Tues 4pm-6pm Weds 4pm-6pm Thurs 10am-12pm Thurs 12:30-2:30pm People’s Community Clinic 3rd Fri of the Month 3pm-5pm Central Health …
Agenda — original pdf
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, ROOM 1101 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Animal Advisory Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Nekaybaw Watson at nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2562. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Dr. Paige Nilson, Chair, D4 Jo Anne Norton, Vice Chair, D7 Jennifer Daniel, Parliamentarian, D6 Koby Ahmed, Mayor Beatriz Dulzaides, D2 Erin Ferguson, D8 Whitney Holt, D5 Sarah Huddelston, D9 David Loignon, D10 Nancy Nemer, Travis County Jules Maron, D3 Erin Van Landingham, D1 CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Animal Advisory Commission Regular meeting on May 11, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding monthly reports. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services and Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services. Staff briefing regarding the Austin Animal Services Donation Fund. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services, Jason Garza, Assistant Director , Austin Animal Services, and Melissa Pool, Chief Administrative Officer, Austin Animal Services. DICUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Approve the election of Chair. Update and Discussion from the Off Leash Dog Working Group regarding working group focus areas. Approve the addition of members to the Off Leash Dog Working Group. Approve the addition of members to the Foster Incentives Working Group. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding breed labeling policies in shelters. Approve the Annual Internal Review Report for Animal Advisory Commission. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 …
Item 1: Draft Minutes 05.11.26 — original pdf
ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MAY 11, 2026 The Animal Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Vice Chair Norton called the Animal Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 6:00 pm. Commissioners in Attendance: Jo Anne Norton, Vice Chair, D7 Jennifer Daniel, Parliamentarian, D6 Beatriz Dulzaides, D2 Erin Ferguson, D8 Whitney Holt, D5 David Loignon, D10 Jules Maron, D3 Erin Van Landingham, D1 Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Koby Ahmed, Mayor Sarah Huddleston, D9 Nancy Nemer, Travis County Commissioners Absent: Dr. Paige Nilson, Chair, D4 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Robyn Katz – State of Animals in Texas Sandra Muller – Transparency in Reporting Pat Valls Trelles – Donations Fund Rochelle Vickery – No food to people who have no record of spay or neuter 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Animal Advisory Commission Regular Meeting on April 13, 2026. The minutes of the April 13, 2026 regular meeting of the Animal Advisory Commission was approved during the May 11, 2026 regular meeting of the Animal Advisory Commission on Commissioner Holt’s motion, Commissioner Ferguson’s second on an 11-0 vote. Chair Nilson was absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding monthly reports. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services and Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services. Presentation given by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services and Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services. Staff briefing regarding Austin Animal Service’s Strategic Plan One Year Update. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Presentation given by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services; Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services; and Melissa Pool, Chief Administrative Officer, Austin Animal Services. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 4. Update from Pet Friendly Housing Working Group regarding future recommendations. Update provided by Commissioner Holt. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. 7. Approve the election of Chair. The motion to approve Commissioner Nilson as Chair of the Animal Advisory Commission failed on Vice Chair Norton’s motion, Commissioner Holt’s second on a 6-2 vote. Vice Chair Norton, Parliamentarian Daniel, and Commissioners Ferguson, Holt, Huddleston, and Maron were for. Commissioners Ahmed and Nemer were against. Commissioners Dulzaides, Loignon, and Van Landingham abstained. Approve the creation of a working group regarding policies related to off-leash dogs and the addition of members. The motion to approve the creation of …
Item 1: REVISED Draft Minutes for May 11, 2026 Meeting — original pdf
ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MAY 11, 2026 The Animal Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Vice Chair Norton called the Animal Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 6:00 pm. Commissioners in Attendance: Jo Anne Norton, Vice Chair, D7 Jennifer Daniel, Parliamentarian, D6 Beatriz Dulzaides, D2 Erin Ferguson, D8 Whitney Holt, D5 David Loignon, D10 Jules Maron, D3 Erin Van Landingham, D1 Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Koby Ahmed, Mayor Sarah Huddleston, D9 Nancy Nemer, Travis County Commissioners Absent: Dr. Paige Nilson, Chair, D4 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Robyn Katz – State of Animals in Texas Sandra Muller – Transparency in Reporting Pat Valls Trelles – Donations Fund Rochelle Vickery – No food to people who have no record of spay or neuter 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Animal Advisory Commission Regular Meeting on April 13, 2026. The minutes of the April 13, 2026 regular meeting of the Animal Advisory Commission was approved during the May 11, 2026 regular meeting of the Animal Advisory Commission on Commissioner Holt’s motion, Commissioner Ferguson’s second on an 11-0 vote. Chair Nilson was absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding monthly reports. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services and Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services. Presentation given by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services and Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services. Staff briefing regarding Austin Animal Service’s Strategic Plan One Year Update. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Presentation given by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services; Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services; and Melissa Pool, Chief Administrative Officer, Austin Animal Services. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 4. Update from Pet Friendly Housing Working Group regarding future recommendations. Update provided by Commissioner Holt. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. 7. Approve the election of Chair. The motion to approve Commissioner Nilson as Chair of the Animal Advisory Commission failed on Vice Chair Norton’s motion, Commissioner Holt’s second on a 6-2 vote. Vice Chair Norton, Parliamentarian Daniel, and Commissioners Ferguson, Holt, Huddleston, and Maron were for. Commissioners Ahmed and Nemer were against. Commissioners Dulzaides, Loignon, and Van Landingham abstained. Approve the creation of a working group regarding policies related to off-leash dogs and the addition of members. The motion to approve the creation of …
Item 2: May AAC Data Report — original pdf
Animal Services Office Statistical Report – May2024-2026 May 2026 Intake May2025 Intake Chameleon ShelterBuddy – 1194 animals May2024 Intake May 2026 Adoption May2025 Adoptions Chameleon ShelterBuddy May2024 Adoptions May 2026 RTOs May2025 RTOs Chameleon ShelterBuddy May2024 RTOs May 2026 Animal Euthanized May2025 Animals Euthanized Chameleon ShelterBuddy May2024 Animals Euthanized May 2026 Live Release Rate May2025 Total Live Release Rate Chameleon ShelterBuddy May2024 Total Live Release Rate May 2026 Vaccinations – 2184 vaccinations were provided to animals in care of Austin Animal Services. May2025 Animal Vaccinations May2024 Animal Vaccinations May 2026 – Spay/Neuter at AAC May2025 Spayed/Neuter at AAC Chameleon ShelterBuddy May2024 Spayed/Neutered at AAC May 2026 Deaths in Care May2025 Animal Deaths at AAC/Foster Chameleon ShelterBuddy May2024 Animal Deaths at AAC/Foster May 2026 Animals Transferred (includes 64 cats that went through SNR) May2025 Animals Transferred: Chameleon ShelterBuddy Includes 45 cats that went to AHS for SNR May2024 Animals Transferred May 2026 Animals Lost, Stolen or Missing May2025 Animal Lost, Stolen or Missing Chameleon ShelterBuddy May2024 Animals Lost, Stolen or Missing May 2026 SNR Program – As noted above, 64 cats went through SNR May2025 SNR Program Chameleon May2024 SNR Program May 2026 Intact Animals Adopted/RTO May2025 Intact Animals Adopted/RTO Chameleon ShelterBuddy May2024 Intact Animals Adopted/RTO
Item 2: May AAC Outcome and Intake Report — original pdf
Outcome vs. Intake FY 26 Information is from October 1, 2025 –May 31, 2026 Intake Year (fiscal) Dog totals Cat totals Totals Outcome Year (fiscal) Dog totals Cat totals Totals Difference of outcomes - intakes Dog totals Cat totals Totals Cats - Outcomes Adoption RTO/RTO Adopt Transfer Euthanasia Died Missing SNR (former SCRP) Total Dog - Outcomes Adoption RTO/RTO Adopt Transfer Euthanasia Died Missing Total 2026 3047 3882 6929 2026 3041 3725 6766 2026 -6 -157 -163 2026 2035 152 878 179 61 0 420 3725 2026 1522 519 901 80 18 1 3041
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20260608-008 Recommendation to Council Regarding Breed Labeling Policies — original pdf
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION Recommendation Number: 20260608-008 Recommendation to Council Regarding Breed Labeling Policies WHEREAS, accurate identification of a dog’s breed based solely on visual assessment has been widely shown to be unreliable without genetic testing even among animal welfare professionals and veterinary staff; and WHEREAS, research has found that the vast majority of dogs at animal shelters are composed of three or more breeds; and WHEREAS, labeling dogs as specific breeds—particularly “pit bull” or “pit bull mix”—based on appearance alone can misrepresent their true genetic makeup; and WHEREAS, many housing providers enforce breed restrictions that disproportionately impact dogs labeled as “pit bull” types, creating significant barriers for adopters seeking rental housing; and WHEREAS, such labeling practices can unintentionally reduce adoption rates and increase length of stay for affected dogs; and WHEREAS, a growing number of animal welfare organizations are adopting best practices that prioritize temperament, and individual characteristics over speculative breed identification including: 1. Orange County Animal Services (OCAS), an open intake municipal shelter in Florida, stopped using breed labels in 2014, and an independent peer-reviewed study of OCAS’s outcomes data found that removing breed labels improved adoption rates and decreased lengths of stay for all dog types, with the greatest impact for pit-bull-type dogs (https://www.ocnetpets.com/); 2. Williamson County Animal Services, an open intake municipal shelter in Texas, stopped using breed labels in 2017; most dogs are currently listed on their website as “mixed breed” (https://www.wilcotx.gov/163/Animal-Shelter); 3. Memphis Animal Services, an open intake municipal shelter in Tennessee, stopped using breed labels in 2016; dogs are currently listed on their website as “mixed breed” (https://memphisanimalservices.com/); 4. DeKalb County Animal Services and Fulton County Animal Services, two open intake municipal shelters in Georgia managed by LifeLine Animal Project, stopped using breed labels in 2017 (https://dekalbanimalservices.com/; https://fultonanimalservices.com/); . 5. Fairfax County Animal Shelter, an open intake municipal shelter in Virginia, stopped using breed labels in 2015; dogs are currently listed on their website as “mixed breed” (https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/animalservices/); 6. Rochester Animal Services, a managed intake municipal shelter in New York, stopped using breed labels in 2017; dogs are currently listed on their website as “mixed breed” (https://www.cityofrochester.gov/departments/department-recreation-and-human-services- drhs/rochester-animal-services-ras); and WHEREAS, studies show that shifting to a “mixed breed” designation where lineage is unknown and distinct and undeniable breed traits are absent promotes fairness, reduces bias, and improves adoption outcomes for all dogs; and WHEREAS, “mixed breed” is an acceptable designation …
Item 2: APA! License Agreements — original pdf
Monthly Report on License Agreement May 2026 This report is in agreement with the terms outlined in Section 8.4 of the License Agreement between the City of Austin and Austin Pets Alive!, with a focus on APA!’s impact on Travis County through our partnership with Austin Animal Services. Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) remains the City of Austin’s largest partner in lifesaving, specializing in animals with medical and behavioral needs beyond the municipal shelter’s capacity. Since 2011, this partnership with Austin Animal Services (AAS) has helped sustain Austin as the largest No Kill city in the United States. APA! Intakes Transferred from AAS: In May 2026, 395 animals were transferred directly from AAS, with 16 of them being behavior pulls (Chicharron, Marvin Karma, Pop, Tuna, Munch, Loki, Filo, Bourdain, Hana Bear, Casius, Kumaji, Cantaloupe, Nanna, Snorkel, and Trapper). Additionally, 110 additional animals were diverted from entering AAS through APA!’s PASS program and direct community intake. These combined efforts reduced strain on the City’s municipal shelter while ensuring vulnerable animals received timely intervention. AAS DIRECT TRANSFERS Cat Behavior Cat Bottle Baby Cat Maternity/Nursing Cat Medical Cat Space Dog Behavior Large/Medium Dog Behavior Small Dog Bottle Baby Dog Maternity/Nursing Dog Medical Dog Parvo Dog Space Large/Medium Dog Space Small TOTAL AAS DIRECT TRANSFERS Cat Born in Care Dog Born in Care TOTAL AAS ANIMALS Travis - PASS Travis - Parvo Owner-Surrender Travis - Stray/Abandoned TOTAL TRAVIS CO. DIVERSIONS TOTAL AAS/TRAVIS CO. INTAKES 1 215 73 34 1 15 1 0 1 40 7 7 0 395 0 0 395 36 18 56 110 505 1 of 3 © 2026 Austin Pets Alive! APA! Transfers from AAS as % of Annual Goal APA! must: (a) Select a sufficient number of animals from the At-Risk List so that at the end of each year of the Term, APA! will have selected from the At-Risk List 12% of the total number of animals taken in by AAS during the preceding year. AAS Dog & Cat Intake Total in FY26: 1,459 Animals APA! Transfer Requirement for FY26: 1,360 Animals As of the end of May 2026, APA! has taken 107% of the total animal number required for the fiscal year. This total puts us beyond our annual goal. Impact of APA! Transfers on AAS Live Release Rate (LRR) As APA! takes animals directly from AAS’s At-Risk list, this chart illustrates what the AAS Live Release Rate might …
Item 2: Austin Animal Services Presentation — original pdf
Updates, Reports and Briefings Austin Animal Services | June 8, 2026 Upcoming Events 2 30-60-90 Day Horizon Plan Monica Dangler, Director Accomplishments Completed action items in the past 30 days Empty the Shelter Event Partnered with Bissel Pet Foundation to adopted out 269 animals including 78 cats, 47 kittens, 108 dogs, 33 puppies, and 2 rabbits! Programs and Socials Started the second cohort of dogs in the Enduring Service program! Improvements to shelter presence Added billboard sign on HWY 71 promoting the shelter and events Enhance Staffing Hired temporary Public Information Specialist and onboarded intern to support marketing activities. 4 Monthly Reporting May 2026 Jason Garza, Assistant Director 1,376 animals were impounded this month. May 2026 (FY26) saw 1,286 domestic animals impounded at AAS. This is a 22% increase from April 2026 which brought in 1,053 domestic animals to the shelter. The remaining number was wildlife. Intake Sources A breakdown of the sources for intake. Most animals came from stray brought in by the public. The number of strays impounded increased by 50%. 498 385 307 111 35 21 Stray from Public APO Impound Community Cat Owner Surrender Returned to Shelter APD | TCSO Emergency Clinic Born in Care Abandoned APO DOA Impound Wildlife Animals Impounded A breakdown of impounded animals by species and/or age. Fowl 6 Bird 3 Kittens 600 Rabbits 11 Wildlife 53 Puppies 104 Dogs 288 Cats 294 6 46 animals were euthanized this month* Animals Euthanized A breakdown of animals euthanized this month by species and/or age. Reasons for Euthanasia This chart shows the breakdown of reasons for euthanasia by animal. Each bar is equal to 100% of the euthanasia reason category. Kittens 8 Dogs 3 Wildlife 13 Cats 22 Kitten 7 Wildlife 1 Cat 18 0 Wildlife 10 Kitten 1 Wildlife 1 Dog 2 Cat 2 Wildlife 1 Cat 2 Dog 5 Dog 1 Suffering Rabies Risk Dog 0 Trauma Dog 0 DB4 Bites Injured Neuro Court Order 7 May 2026 had a live-release rate of 96.11 percent This means that of all companion animal outcomes for the month of May, 96.11 percent or 1064 were “live” and involved adoption, rescue transfer, return-to-owner, etc. Live Outcomes by Animal Type This chart shows how many of each animal type had a positive or live outcome during May. Breakdown per Outcome Type This chart shows the breakdown of each kind of live outcome by the number of …
Item 2: May Data Report Revised — original pdf
Animal Services Office Statistical Report – May2024-2026 May 2026 Intake May2025 Intake Chameleon ShelterBuddy – 1194 animals May2024 Intake May 2026 Adoption May2025 Adoptions Chameleon ShelterBuddy May2024 Adoptions May 2026 RTOs May2025 RTOs Chameleon ShelterBuddy May2024 RTOs May 2026 Animal Euthanized May2025 Animals Euthanized Chameleon ShelterBuddy May2024 Animals Euthanized May 2026 Live Release Rate May2025 Total Live Release Rate Chameleon ShelterBuddy May2024 Total Live Release Rate May 2026 Vaccinations – 2184 vaccinations were provided to animals in care of Austin Animal Services. May2025 Animal Vaccinations May2024 Animal Vaccinations May 2026 – Spay/Neuter at AAC May2025 Spayed/Neuter at AAC Chameleon ShelterBuddy May2024 Spayed/Neutered at AAC May 2026 Deaths in Care May2025 Animal Deaths at AAC/Foster Chameleon ShelterBuddy May2024 Animal Deaths at AAC/Foster May 2026 Animals Transferred (includes 64 cats that went through SNR) May2025 Animals Transferred: Chameleon ShelterBuddy Includes 45 cats that went to AHS for SNR May2024 Animals Transferred May 2026 Animals Lost, Stolen or Missing May2025 Animal Lost, Stolen or Missing Chameleon ShelterBuddy May2024 Animals Lost, Stolen or Missing May 2026 SNR Program – As noted above, 64 cats went through SNR May2025 SNR Program Chameleon May2024 SNR Program May 2026 Intact Animals Adopted/RTO May2025 Intact Animals Adopted/RTO Chameleon ShelterBuddy May2024 Intact Animals Adopted/RTO
Item 2: Outcome and Intake Report Revised — original pdf
Outcome vs. Intake FY 26 Information is from October 1, 2025 –May 31, 2026 Intake Year (fiscal) Dog totals Cat totals Totals Outcome Year (fiscal) Dog totals Cat totals Totals Difference of outcomes - intakes Dog totals Cat totals Totals Cats - Outcomes Adoption RTO/RTO Adopt Transfer Euthanasia Died Missing SNR (former SCRP) Total Dog - Outcomes Adoption RTO/RTO Adopt Transfer Euthanasia Died Missing Total 2026 3044 3876 6920 2026 3040 3739 6779 2026 -4 -137 -141 2026 2035 152 892 179 61 0 420 3739 2026 1521 519 901 80 18 1 3040
Item 2: Updated Austin Animal Services Presentation — original pdf
Updates, Reports and Briefings Austin Animal Services | June 8, 2026 Upcoming Events 2 30-60-90 Day Horizon Plan Monica Dangler, Director Accomplishments Completed action items in the past 30 days Empty the Shelter Event Partnered with Bissell Pet Foundation to adopted out 269 animals including 78 cats, 47 kittens, 108 dogs, 33 puppies, and 2 rabbits! Programs and Socials Started the second cohort of dogs in the Enduring Service program! Improvements to shelter presence Added billboard sign on HWY 71 promoting the shelter and events. Enhance Staffing Hired temporary Public Information Specialist and onboarded intern to support marketing activities. 4 Monthly Reporting May 2026 Jason Garza, Assistant Director 1,366 animals were impounded this month. May 2026 (FY26) saw 1,306 domestic animals impounded at AAS. This is a 22% increase from April 2026 which brought in 1,060 domestic animals to the shelter. The remaining number was wildlife. Intake Sources A breakdown of the sources for intake. Most animals came from stray brought in by the public. The number of strays impounded increased by 50%. Stray from Public APO Impound Community Cat Owner Surrender Returned to Shelter APD | TCSO Emergency Clinic Born in Care Abandoned APO DOA Impound Wildlife 497 380 305 112 35 21 5 4 3 3 1 Animals Impounded A breakdown of impounded animals by species and/or age. Rabbits 11 Wildlife 60 Fowl 5 Birds 3 Puppies 104 Dogs 285 Cats 290 Kittens 598 6 48 animals were euthanized this month Animals Euthanized A breakdown of animals euthanized this month by species and/or age. Reasons for Euthanasia This chart shows the breakdown of reasons for euthanasia by animal. Each bar is equal to 100% of the euthanasia reason category. Kittens 8 Dogs 3 Wildlife 13 Cats 22 Kitten 6 Wildlife 1 Cat 17 Kitten 1 Wildlife 2 Dog, 2 Cat 2 Wildlife 1 Kitten 1 Cat 2 Puppy 1 Cat 1 Wildlife 10 Dog, 1 Suffering Injured Neuro Agonal Rabies Risk 7 May 2026 had a live-release rate of 96.16 percent This means that of all companion animal outcomes for the month of May, 96.16 percent or 1100 were “live” and involved adoption, rescue transfer, return-to-owner, etc. Live Outcomes by Animal Type This chart shows how many of each animal type had a positive or live outcome during May. Breakdown per Outcome Type This chart shows the breakdown of each kind of live outcome by the number of …
Item 5: Off-Leash Working Group Presentation — original pdf
Off-Leash Dogs Working Group Draft June 2026 Working Group Members Animal Advisory Commission • Whitney Holt • Jo Anne Norton Non-Commission • Pat Vals-Trelles City of Austin Staff • ?? Issues Considered by the Working Group • Misinformation about existing laws, especially on social media platforms (Any impact HB 285 “Pancho’s Law”) • New Austinites may not know about existing laws • Off-leash dogs on parkland that is on-leash only – Citizens cannot safely enjoy City parkland • Off-leash dogs in neighborhoods (owned dogs) – Citizens cannot safely walk in their neighborhood • Options for citizens to report issues • Continued education and data monitoring Citizen Concerns Gathered from NextDoor, emails, conversations about off- leash dogs in on-leash areas and neighborhoods • Chase bikes potentially causing accidents • Run up to strollers or citizens with walking aides • Poop not scooped because owners are on their phones or talking to others • Not enough tickets written for violations • Dogs run up to random adults and children • Dog owners are not trained to break up dog fights Data • 311 and 911 call data related to off-leash dogs in parks and neighborhoods • One year lookback (6/01/2025 through 5/31/2026) – # of calls by category (loose dog, SBI) – APO follow up on 311 and 911 calls • # of suggestions for fencing • Action taken for repeat calls • # of visits/letters to pet owners who let their pets go loose • Future - Lookback after a year to confirm education is making an impact Raising Awareness About Existing Off-Leash Laws • Develop educational plan – Review collateral – Create messaging – Explore social media platforms – Other • Sessions at libraries • CM newsletters
Item 8: Draft Recommendation to Council regarding Breed Labeling Policies — original pdf
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION Recommendation Number:20260608-008 Recommendation to Council Regarding Breed Labeling Policies WHEREAS, accurate identification of a dog’s breed based solely on visual assessment has been widely shown to be unreliable without genetic testing even among animal welfare professionals and veterinary staff; and WHEREAS, research has found that the vast majority of dogs at animal shelters are composed of three or more breeds; and WHEREAS, labeling dogs as specific breeds—particularly “pit bull” or “pit bull mix”—based on appearance alone can misrepresent their true genetic makeup; and WHEREAS, many housing providers enforce breed restrictions that disproportionately impact dogs labeled as “pit bull” types, creating significant barriers for adopters seeking rental housing; and WHEREAS, such labeling practices can unintentionally reduce adoption rates and increase length of stay for affected dogs; and WHEREAS, a growing number of animal welfare organizations are adopting best practices that prioritize temperament, and individual characteristics over speculative breed identification including: 1. Orange County Animal Services (OCAS), an open intake municipal shelter in Florida, stopped using breed labels in 2014, and an independent peer-reviewed study of OCAS’s outcomes data found that removing breed labels improved adoption rates and decreased lengths of stay for all dog types, with the greatest impact for pit-bull-type dogs (https://www.ocnetpets.com/); 2. Williamson County Animal Services, an open intake municipal shelter in Texas, stopped using breed labels in 2017; most dogs are currently listed on their website as “mixed breed” (https://www.wilcotx.gov/163/Animal-Shelter); 3. Memphis Animal Services, an open intake municipal shelter in Tennessee, stopped using breed labels in 2016; dogs are currently listed on their website as “mixed breed” (https://memphisanimalservices.com/); 4. DeKalb County Animal Services and Fulton County Animal Services, two open intake municipal shelters in Georgia managed by LifeLine Animal Project, stopped using breed labels in 2017 (https://dekalbanimalservices.com/; https://fultonanimalservices.com/); DRAFT . 5. Fairfax County Animal Shelter, an open intake municipal shelter in Virginia, stopped using breed labels in 2015; dogs are currently listed on their website as “mixed breed” (https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/animalservices/); 6. Rochester Animal Services, a managed intake municipal shelter in New York, stopped using breed labels in 2017; dogs are currently listed on their website as “mixed breed” (https://www.cityofrochester.gov/departments/department-recreation-and-human-services- drhs/rochester-animal-services-ras); and WHEREAS, studies show that shifting to a “mixed breed” designation where lineage is unknown and distinct and undeniable breed traits are absent promotes fairness, reduces bias, and improves adoption outcomes for all dogs; and WHEREAS, “mixed breed” is an acceptable designation …
Community Interest Announcement — original pdf
Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Advisory Board Community Interest Announcement ESB-MACC Grand Reopening Grand reopening event and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the expansion and renovation of the Center June 6, 2026, at 11 a.m. Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center 600 River St., Austin, TX 78701 A quorum of Commission members may be present. No action will be taken, and no Commission business will occur. For more information, please contact: Michelle Rojas, Board Liaison (512)974-3771 Michelle.Rojas@austintexas.gov
Agenda — original pdf
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE HISPANIC LATINO QUALITY OF LIFE RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION THURSDAY, JUNE 4, 2026, 6:00 PM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1406 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Hispanic Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Nekaybaw Watson at nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2562. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Lyssette Galvan, Chair Amanda Afifi Andrea Flores Yesenia Ramos AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Dulce Castañeda, Vice Chair Elizabeth Morales Jesús Perales Melissa Ruiz The first ten speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Hispanic Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission regular meeting on May 19, 2026. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding funding for the Eloise House and SAFE Austin. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Nekaybaw Watson or Nekaybaw.watson@austinexas.gov, to request service or for additional information. Austin City Clerk’s Office, 512-974-2562 the at at For more information on the Hispanic Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission, please contact Nekaybaw Watson at nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2562.
Item 1: Draft Minutes for May 19, 2026 — original pdf
Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission May 19, 2026 HISPANIC/LATINO QUALITY OF LIFE RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, May 19, 2026 The Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at City Hall, 301 W 2nd St in Austin, Texas. Chair Galvan called the Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 6:14 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Lysette Galvan, Chair Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Dulce Castañeda, Vice Chair Andrea Flores Elizabeth Morales Yesenia Ramos Melissa Ruiz PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Raul Longoria – Funding SAFE Salvador Espinoza – Funding Eloise House APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Hispanic Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission regular meeting on April 28, 2026. The minutes from the meeting on April 28, 2026, were approved on Vice Chair Castañeda’s motion, Commissioner Ramos’ second on a 6-0 vote. Commissioners Afifi and Perales were absent. STAFF BRIEFING 2. Staff briefing regarding an overview and update on the workforce training resources, youth initiatives, and Day Labor Program of the Workforce Development Program. Presentation by Ann Eaton, Assistant Director, Austin Economic Development and Khotan Harmon, Workforce Development & Childcare Acting Division Manager, Austin Economic Development. The presentation was given by Ann Eaton, Assistant Director, Austin Economic Development. 1 Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission May 19, 2026 DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding Montopolis Fairway Cases. The motion to approve a recommendation to Council regarding Montopolis Fairway Cases was approved on Commissioner Ramos’ motion, Commissioner Morales’ second on a 6-0 vote. Commissioners Afifi and Perales were absent. 4. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding the Senior Meal Programs. The motion to approve a recommendation to Council regarding Senior Meal Programs was approved on Commissioner Ramos’ motion, Commissioner Ruiz’s second on a 6-0 vote. Commissioners Afifi and Perales were absent. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 5. Update from the Immigration Working Group regarding meeting with Councilmember Velásquez. Update was provided by Commissioner Ruiz. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Recommendation regarding data centers and library Create a working group for Safe Alliance Recommendation regarding emergency funding for Eloise House and SAFE ATX Discussion regarding council’s decision for a joint working group ADJOURNMENT Chair Galvan adjourned the meeting at 7:28p.m. without objection. 2
Recommendation Number: 20260604-002: Emergency Budget Recommendation for SAFE Alliance - Eloise House — original pdf
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission Recommendation Number: 20260604-002: Emergency Budget Recommendation for SAFE Alliance - Eloise House Date of Approval: June 4, 2026 Recommendation: The Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission recommends that the Austin City Council and the Mayor’s Office, in partnership with Travis County allocate a minimum of $430,000 in funding to preserve Eloise House as a community-based, non-hospital forensic exam and advocacy center operated by SAFE Alliance from June 9 through September 30, 2026, and $200,000 to keep the SAFE domestic violence shelter open from October 2026 through October 2027. The Commission further recommends that the City commit to a sustainable, multi-year funding strategy that ensures continuity of SAFE’s full wraparound model without displacement into hospital settings. Services include: ● Forensic exams ● Trauma-informed advocacy ● Shelter ● Legal services ● Culturally responsive care Finally, the Commission calls on the Austin City Council to immediately pause the Mayor’s proposed transition of forensic nursing services to hospital systems and BRAVE Alliance, and to require a meaningful community input process that centers survivors, advocates, and the communities most impacted before any transition moves forward. A press release is not a plan. Survivors and the organizations that serve them deserve a seat at the table before services that took decades to build are dismantled in weeks. Description of Recommendation to Council: Eloise House, operated by SAFE Alliance, is the only non-hospital forensic exam facility in Austin. It provides sexual assault forensic exams and rape kits at no cost to survivors, in a setting purporse built for: ● Trauma-informed care ● Outside the emergency room ● Free from billing ● Staffed by advocates who remain with survivors throughout the process The Mayor’s May 5, 2026 announcement proposed transitioning forensic nursing services to hospital systems and BRAVE Alliance, a Cedar Park-based organization with no demonstrated capacity at Austin’s scale. This Commission asks Council to reject that transition and instead fund Eloise House directly, preserving the co-located model of exam, advocacy, and wraparound care that has made it the destination of choice for survivors; accounting for 95% of all forensic exams in the region. Funding of at least $630,000 would allow SAFE to sustain approximately 600 forensic exams annually, maintain 24/7 SAFEline access, and continue serving the more than 700 survivors per day who rely on SAFE’s shelter, counseling, legal support, and preservation programming. SAFE Alliance - …
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RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission Recommendation Number: 20260604-001: Emergency Budget Recommendation for SAFE Alliance - Eloise House Date of Approval: Recommendation: The Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission recommends that the Austin City Council and the Mayor’s Office, in partnership with Travis County allocate a minimum of $430,000 in funding to preserve Eloise House as a community-based, non-hospital forensic exam and advocacy center operated by SAFE Alliance from June 9 through September 30, 2026, and $200,000 to keep the SAFE domestic violence shelter open from October 2026 through October 2027. The Commission further recommends that the City commit to a sustainable, multi-year funding strategy that ensures continuity of SAFE’s full wraparound model without displacement into hospital settings. Services include: ● Forensic exams ● Trauma-informed advocacy ● Shelter ● Legal services ● Culturally responsive care Finally, the Commission calls on the Austin City Council to immediately pause the Mayor’s proposed transition of forensic nursing services to hospital systems and BRAVE Alliance, and to require a meaningful community input process that centers survivors, advocates, and the communities most impacted before any transition moves forward. A press release is not a plan. Survivors and the organizations that serve them deserve a seat at the table before services that took decades to build are dismantled in weeks. Description of Recommendation to Council: Eloise House, operated by SAFE Alliance, is the only non-hospital forensic exam facility in Austin. It provides sexual assault forensic exams and rape kits at no cost to survivors, in a setting purporse built for: ● Trauma-informed care ● Outside the emergency room ● Free from billing ● Staffed by advocates who remain with survivors throughout the process The Mayor’s May 5, 2026 announcement proposed transitioning forensic nursing services to hospital systems and BRAVE Alliance, a Cedar Park-based organization with no demonstrated capacity at Austin’s scale. This Commission asks Council to reject that transition and instead fund Eloise House directly, preserving the co-located model of exam, advocacy, and wraparound care that has made it the destination of choice for survivors; accounting for 95% of all forensic exams in the region. Funding of at least $630,000 would allow SAFE to sustain approximately 600 forensic exams annually, maintain 24/7 SAFEline access, and continue serving the more than 700 survivors per day who rely on SAFE’s shelter, counseling, legal support, and preservation programming. SAFE Alliance - Eloise House Statistics …
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE AUSTIN TRAVIS COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3RD, 2026, AT 2:30 P.M. CITY HALL, BOARD & COMMISSION ROOM, ROOM 1101 301 W. 2nd STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Austin Travis County Public Health Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch- atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by remotely, contact Daniela Romero, daniela.romero@austintexas.gov or Juanita Jackson at Juanita.jackson@austintexas.gov. telephone. To to speak register CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS OR COMMISSIONERS: Natalie Poindexter, Chair Cara Dahlhausen, Vice Chair Jawad Ali Chris Crookham Jacob Whitty Martha Lujan William Rice EX-OFFICIO BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Adrienne Sturrup, Director, Austin Public Health Dr. Desmar Walkes, Austin/Travis County Public Health Authority Ana Almaguel, Division Director, Travis County Health & Human Services Perla Cavazos, Deputy Administrator, Central Health AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 5 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Public Health Commission Regular Meeting on May 6th, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. Receive updates from commissioners on assigned action items. Discuss agenda schedule for the remainder of FY 2026 regular meetings. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. 5. 6. Discuss and approve “Bridging Public Health Funding” recommendation created by Commissioner Chris Crookham. Discuss and approve draft recommendation “Sexual Health Funding” created by Commissioner Jacob Whitty. Discuss and approve draft recommendation “Heat-Related Illness Prevention for Outdoor Workers” created by Vice Chair Cara Dahlhausen. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please contact Daniela Romero at Austin Public Health, at daniela.romero@austintexas.gov, or Juanita Jackson at Juanita.jackson@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Public Health Commission, please contact Daniela Romero …
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RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Austin Travis County Public Health Commission Recommendation Number: [YYYYMMDD-XXX] (XXX is the agenda item number): Sexual Health Funding Preservation Date of Approval: Recommendation: This recommendation seeks to stabilize long-term funding sources to address sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) in the Austin/Travis County area through prevention, testing, linkage to care, treatment, retention, and supportive services. This recommendation directly addresses priorities outlined by Austin/Travis County as a Fast-Track City to end urban HIV epidemics, including goals to reach 95% of people living with HIV knowing their status, 95% are on treatment, and 95% maintain viral suppression by 2030. Description of Recommendation to Council: WHEREAS gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV infections are reportable conditions to Austin Public Health (APH), WHEREAS APH provides core public health services not covered by other STI/HIV service providers, WHEREAS there is an overburdened demand for STI/HIV testing and treatment in Austin/Travis County for local service providers, WHEREAS trends for congenital syphilis cases have increased across Texas, leading to preventable infant illness and death, WHEREAS incidence rates for HIV are higher in Texas than the national average, WHEREAS gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis co-infections are more common in people living with HIV and those at highest risk of acquiring HIV, WHEREAS STI/HIV incidence rates are consistently higher in Black and Hispanic people compared with White people, WHEREAS STI/HIV incidence rates are higher in men who have sex with men (MSM) and transgender people compared with their heterosexual and cisgender counterparts, WHEREAS investing in STI/HIV prevention efforts is more cost-effective than treatment, WHEREAS preventing one new HIV infection yields an estimated $300,000+ cost saved for lifetime medical costs, WHEREAS APH’s funding for STI/HIV programs is largely grant-reliant, and Disease Intervention Specialists (DIS)/Public Health Follow-up (PHFU) and HIV Surveillance are completely reliant on grant funding, WHEREAS federal budget negotiations demonstrate a shift in funding priorities and potential loss of STI/HIV funding, WHEREAS federal directives have threatened or already removed targeted approaches that serve people most disproportionately impacted by HIV, WHEREAS STI/HIV community partners are experiencing financial setbacks due to loss of funding and changing federal initiatives, WHEREAS vulnerable populations are at-risk for worse health outcomes with loss of funding, WHEREAS loss of grant funding for DIS/PHFU and HIV Surveillance would affect partner investigations, handling outbreaks, and community health data, WHEREAS any reduction to STI/HIV funding would negatively impact the Austin/Travis County community. Rationale: NOW THEREFORE …
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. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Austin Travis County Public Health Commission Recommendation Number: 20260603-004 BRIDGING PUBLIC HEALTH FUNDING: WHEREAS according to the 2025 Austin-Travis County Community Health Assessment (CHA), the foundation of health in Austin and Travis County is shaped by longstanding structural conditions. Historical patterns of racial segregation, economic exclusion, and neighborhood disinvestment continue to influence present-day access to education, income, and opportunity. These inequities are especially pronounced in East Austin, where residents face compounded disadvantages, and WHEREAS the City of Austin 1928 Master Plan designated then East Avenue as the dividing racial line between East and West Austin, which was later replaced by Interstate 35, serving as a reinforced physical barrier between East and West Austin, and WHEREAS the CHA demonstrates that Interstate 35 traffic and congestion have exacerbated health disparities of those living in East Austin, leading to less access to quality care and healthy foods, increased rates of chronic diseases such as diabetes and infectious disease, poor maternal health outcomes, and increased socioeconomic inequities, and WHEREAS the CHA shows that Interstate 35 creates chronic stressors such as traffic noise, heat, and pollution, leading to poor mental health and stress of those living nearby, and WHEREAS City Council has touted Cap and Stitch as a once in a generation opportunity to repair the physical divide created by Interstate 35 and assist in repairing over 100 years of segregation, and WHEREAS City Council has welcomed the creation of new public spaces for civic participation and unlocking long-term economic and community benefits, and WHEREAS the CHA clearly illustrates that neighborhoods east of Interstate 35 tend to have a lower life expectancy compared to neighborhoods west of Interstate 35, ranging as low as 69 years old in East Austin and as high as 88 years old in West Austin. Data show that residents in historically underserved areas, particularly in East Austin, continue to experience shorter lifespans due to higher rates of chronic disease, fewer health care options, and limited access to other key . resources, pointing to the urgent need for place-based investments and equity-focused public health strategies to close the life expectancy gap and improve outcomes for all residents, and WHEREAS according to the CHA, the conditions of the neighborhoods where people live have a direct and lasting impact on health outcomes. Insecure housing, poor walkability, exposure to traffic dangers, and gaps in infrastructure don’t just limit mobility, they compound …
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AUSTIN TRAVIS COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH COMMISSION Wednesday, May 6th, 2026 AUSTIN TRAVIS COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, May 6th, 2026 The Austin Travis County Public Health Commission convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, May 6th, 2026, at 301 West 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Natalie Poindexter called the Austin Travis County Public Health Commission Meeting to order at 2:35 pm. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Natalie Poindexter, Chair Chris Crookham Jawad Ali Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Cara Dahlhausen, Vice Chair Martha Lujan Jacob Whitty William Rice Board Members/Commissioners Absent: None Ex-Officio and Staff in Attendance: Adrienne Sturrup, Director, Austin Public Health Dr. Desmar Walkes, Austin/Travis County Public Health Authority Alicia Ramirez, Government Affairs, Central Health Dani Romero, Staff Liaison, Austin Public Health Juanita Jackson, Staff Liaison, Austin Public Health Ex-Officio and Staff in Attendance Remotely: None Ex-Officio and Staff Absent: Ana Almaguel Perla Cavazos Megan Cermak PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Nicholas Littlejohn raised urgent safety and maintenance concerns regarding the Dove Springs Public Health Clinic. He reported a lack of facility upkeep, noting holes in the walls, potholes, debris like needles and diapers in the parking lot, missing restroom sharps containers, and the alleged use of banned Glyphosate. Additionally, Mr. Littlejohn highlighted critical security issues, including an adjacent encampment where individuals with weapons have reportedly harassed clinic staff, and noted operational problems with broken electric vehicle charging stations and outdated information. He concluded by stating he has compiled a complete list of these ongoing issues for the Commission's review. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Austin Travis County Public Health Commission regular meeting on May 6th, 2026. The minutes for the regular meeting of April 1st, 2026, were approved on Commissioner William Rice’s motion, Commissioner Chris Crookham’s second on a 7-0 vote. DISCUSSION ITEMS 1. Presentation and demonstration of RADD Platform by APH staff. The presentation was made by Phillip Bays, Christopher Collins and Brian Morris. 2. Receive updates from commissioners on assigned action items. Discussed. 3. Discuss draft recommendation “Sexual Health Funding” created by Commissioner Jacob Whitty. Commissioner Whitty presented the draft recommendation. Commissioners and ex- officio’s provided input and proposed changes. Commissioner Whitty will take input and rework the recommendation. 4. Discuss draft recommendation “Heat-Related Illness Prevention for Outdoor Workers”. Commissioner Dahlhausen presented the draft recommendation. Commissioners and ex-officio’s provided input and proposed changes. Commissioner Whitty will take input and rework …
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