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Apr 23, 2025 City of Austin Environmental & Planning Commission 301 West 2nd Street Austin, Texas 78701 RE: Land Use Commission Variance Requests for Removal of Heritage Tree SP-2025-0031C.SH 819 Tillery, Austin, Texas 78702 In accordance with LDC 25-8-643 and on behalf of the Owner of the project, this is a formal request for a Land Use Commission Variance to remove one Heritage Tree #3510. This removal request is associated with Reasonable Use/Reasonable Access with the project entitled Tillery Multifamily. This project, built over 13 acres in 3 separate phases, proposes to provide over 600 residential units to the East Austin neighborhood. Of these 600 units, 120 SMART Housing units will be provided with Phase 1 of the development. Of the remaining 480 units, 240 units will be provided at or below 80% MFI. A view of the existing conditions of this site has been provided as Exhibit 1 and an existing tree list has been provided as Exhibit 2. Development Impacts of Tree #3510 Existing Conditions + Lease Area - The subject property is over 13 acres and has a total of 47 existing Heritage trees. The Site Development Plan will be submitted for the entire 13-acre site, but Lifeworks only has a lease for a portion of the property that is slightly over one acre. In addition, the LifeWorks building will be required to develop their portion of the site with minimal demolition to the rest of the property because the existing tenants and buildings will remain in place. The proposed building and the requisite space for utilities and stormwater infrastructure fits very tightly within the 1-acre lease with little room for rearrangement. Please refer to the Phase 1 Site Plan as Exhibit 3 to help visualize these site constraints. Tree 3510 is located on the approximately 1-acre site under a long-term lease to the LifeWorks Affordable Housing Corporation. Preservation Impacts - Throughout the design process, architects worked through several different building configurations that designed around Tree #3510. With a 1 of 10 building footprint that creates a courtyard around Tree #3510 and used the rest of the leased area as building square footage it was found that the minimum unit count could not be met. The preservation of Heritage Tree #3510 would require that the Lifeworks PSH building lose a significant number of units (27 of 120). If this development does not provide a minimum of 120 …
Office of Arts, Culture, Music & Entertainment Emma S. Barrientos-Mexican American Cultural Center Advisory Board May 7, 2025 Angela Means, MPA, Director Effective February 24, 2025, the City of Austin officially established the Office of Arts, Culture, Music & Entertainment (ACME). This marks a significant step in Austin’s commitment to building a more vibrant and dynamic destination for arts, culture, music, and entertainment. 2 HOW WILL ACME BENEFIT OUR COMMUNITY? • Provide centralized support for creatives and cultural organizations. • Enhance economic growth, tourism and civic engagement. • Foster collaboration between artists, cultural organizations, and local businesses. • Create open, accessible spaces for residents to experience arts and culture. • Strengthens Austin’s identity as a global destination for creativity. 3 HOW WAS ACME FORMED? Economic Development Department Cultural Arts Arts in Public Places Music & Entertainment Parks & Recreation Department Museum & Cultural Programs Historic Tourism Special Events (Partial) Development Services Department Austin Center for Events Entertainment Services Austin Public Library Aviation African American Heritage & Cultural Facility Music & Art 4 WHAT ARE ACME’S 2025 GOALS? • Streamline operations • Implement community engagement programs • Launch the development of a comprehensive Strategic Plan • Reevaluation of Cultural Funding grant program guidelines • Increase access to programming • Establish new collaborative partnerships with the community and partners across various sectors 5 5 HOW WILL ACME EXPLORE AND LEVERAGE FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES? Grants and Sponsorships Private Sector Tap into local, state, and federal funding to support arts initiatives Seek partnerships with businesses and organizations to secure sponsorships for programs and events Engage with the private sector for donations, corporate sponsorships, and philanthropic contributions Crowdfunding & Fundraising Use crowdfunding platforms to finance specific cultural projects Organize fundraising events to raise awareness and funds for future programs 6 WHAT IS THE TIMELINE TO FULLY INTEGRATE ACME? Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 • Planning & Development • Growth & Expansion • Launch Programs • Establish Community Presence 7 ACME is committed to Building a Collaborative, Vibrant City. 8 8 Office of Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment ACME@austintexas.gov 512-974-1624 Amplifying Austin’s Creative Spirit 9
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20250507-004 Date: May 7, 2025 Subject: PSH – LifeWorks at Tillery, SP-2025-0031C.SH Location: 819 Tillery Street, Austin, TX, 78702 Motion by: Hanna Cofer Seconded by: Jennifer Bristol WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the applicant is seeking removal of a Heritage tree with a stem greater than 30 inches in accordance with LDC § 25-8-643 and § 25-8- 624(A)(2); and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that the tree requested for removal is a 32-inch diameter Heritage pecan (Tree #3510), located within the one-acre lease area designated for Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) on a 13-acre site; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that the City Arborist rates the pecan tree as being in fair overall condition but with poor structural integrity, a moderate risk rating, and documented defects including large limb failures and a significant defect at the main branch union; and WHEREAS, the Commission acknowledges that on-site evaluations included a Resistograph analysis and private arborist climbing inspection that confirmed internal structural weaknesses at various heights along the trunk, despite no internal decay at the base; and WHEREAS, the Commission understands that the applicant demonstrated multiple constraints—including the tree’s central location in the buildable area, site design limitations, lack of feasible alternatives, and funding constraints for vertical development—that prevent reasonable use of the property if the tree is retained; and WHEREAS, the City Arborist has recommended approval of the variance request after determining that the criteria in LDC § 25-8-624(A)(2) have been met, and that no waivers or design modifications are available to reasonably preserve the tree; and WHEREAS, the applicant has committed to the preservation of other Heritage trees on site, in compliance with ECM Section 3.5.2, and will provide required mitigation through a payment of $7,200 to the Urban Forest Replenishment Fund in accordance with ECM standards for certified affordable housing developments; 1 THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends approval of the requested variance with the following conditions: 1. The applicant shall submit and implement a Care Plan for the duration of the lease for the 34 preserved Heritage trees, including routine inspection, pruning, mulching, watering, and pest management, to ensure long-term health and viability. 2. The applicant shall coordinate with City of Austin Urban Forestry Program staff to identify and implement one-time improvements to existing or new streetscape trees as needed, within the public right-of-way adjacent to the project site. 3. Annual reports shall be submitted to …
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20250507-005 Date: May 7, 2025 Subject: McLemore Tract Multifamily Water and Wastewater Service Extension Request #6139 and 6140 Location: 10656 N FM 620 Rd, Austin, Texas 78726 Motion by: Hanna Cofer Seconded by: Mariana Kruger WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the applicant is requesting Service Extension Requests (SERs) for water and wastewater located outside of the City of Austin’s full purpose jurisdiction. This site opted to remove itself from the City of Austin’s ETJ in September 2024. WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the site is located in Lake Travis Watershed, North Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone, and the Drinking Water Protection Zone, and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that Staff does not recommend the SER. THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission DOES NOT recommend Service Extension Request #6139 and 6140 for the following reasons: 1. The proposed 10-acre development would propose approximately 59% impervious cover. The proposed development includes parking that covers approximately 34% of the property. If the applicant were required to comply with City of Austin environmental standards, the impervious cover would be limited to 20% of the net site area. 2. The site is also within the North Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone and is upstream of known Jollyville Plateau salamander habitat. 3. The City of Austin’s Land Development Code limits construction on slopes greater than 15% and the proposed project plans to build on slopes greater than 15%. 4. The site has soil that limits OSSF or TLAP systems. VOTE 10-0 For: Jennifer Bristol, Mariana Krueger, Hanna Cofer, Richard Brimer, Isabella Changsut, Annie Fierro Justin Fleury, Ashika Ganguly, Haris Qureshi, Martin Luecke Against: None Abstain: None Recuse: None Absent: David Sullivan 1 Approved By: Jennifer Bristol, Environmental Commission Chair 2
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20250507-005 Date: May 7, 2025 Subject: McLemore Tract Multifamily Water and Wastewater Service Extension Request #6139 and 6140 Location: 10656 N FM 620 Rd, Austin, Texas 78726 Motion by: Hanna Cofer Seconded by: Mariana Kruger WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the applicant is requesting Service Extension Requests (SERs) for water and wastewater located outside of the City of Austin’s full purpose jurisdiction. This site opted to remove itself from the City of Austin’s ETJ in September 2024. WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the site is located in Lake Travis Watershed, North Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone, and the Drinking Water Protection Zone, and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that Staff does not recommend the SER. THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission DOES NOT recommend Service Extension Request #6139 and 6140 for the following reasons: 1. The proposed 10-acre development would propose approximately 59% impervious cover. The proposed development includes parking that covers approximately 34% of the property. If the applicant were required to comply with City of Austin environmental standards, the impervious cover would be limited to 20% of the net site area. 2. The site is also within the North Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone and is upstream of known Jollyville Plateau salamander habitat. 3. The City of Austin’s Land Development Code limits construction on slopes greater than 15% and the proposed project plans to build on slopes greater than 15%. 4. The site has soil that limits OSSF or TLAP systems. VOTE 10-0 For: Jennifer Bristol, Mariana Krueger, Hanna Cofer, Richard Brimer, Isabella Changsut, Annie Fierro Justin Fleury, Ashika Ganguly, Haris Qureshi, Martin Luecke Against: None Abstain: None Recuse: None Absent: David Sullivan 1 Approved By: Jennifer Bristol, Environmental Commission Chair 2
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, May 7, 2025 The Environmental Commission convened in a Regular meeting on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive in Austin, Texas. Chair Bristol called the Environmental Commission Meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Jennifer Bristol, Mariana Krueger, Hanna Cofer, Richard Brimer, Justin Fleury, Ashika Ganguly, Haris Qureshi, Martin Luecke Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Isabella Changsut, Annie Fierro Commissioners Absent: David Sullivan PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Johnathon Coons, Camelback PUD update APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Environmental Commission Regular Meeting on April 23, 2025 The minutes of the Environmental Commission Regular Meeting on April 23, 2025, were approved on Commissioner Brimer’s motion, Commissioner Krueger’s second on a 10-0 vote. Commissioner Sullivan was absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. Discussion of the 2024 Watershed Protection Annual Report – Jorge Morales, Director, Watershed Protection Department Item conducted as posted. No action taken. Discussion of the 2024 State of Our Environment Report – Liz Johnston, Interim Environmental Officer, Watershed Protection Department Item conducted as posted. No action taken. 1 PUBLIC HEARINGS 4. 5. Name: PSH – LifeWorks at Tillery, SP-2025-0031C.SH Applicant: 3423 Tillery LLC Location: 819 Tillery Street, Austin, TX, 78702 Council District: District 3 Staff: Naomi Rotramel, City Arborist, Development Services Department Applicant request: The applicant is seeking the removal of a Heritage tree with a single stem over 30 inches in diameter. Staff Recommendation: The request meets City Arborist approval criteria set forth in LDC 25-8-624(A)(2). The variance is recommended. Speakers: Naomi Rotramel, City Arborist, DSD Conor Kenny, Developer of the site Liz Schoenfeld, Lifeworks (applicant) Nhat Ho, Civilitude, Civil Engineer with the project A motion to close the public hearing passed on Commissioner Krueger’s motion, Commissioner Lueke’s second, on a 10–0 vote. Commissioner Sullivan was absent. Chair Bristol called for a recess at 7:53. Chair Bristol reconvened the meeting at 8:01. A motion to recommend the heritage tree removal request with conditions passed on Commissioner Cofer’s motion, Commissioner Bristol’s second, on an 8–1 vote. Commissioner Krueger voted against. Commissioner Brimer abstained. Commissioner Sullivan was absent. Name: McLemore Tract Multifamily Water and Wastewater Service Extension Request #6139 and 6140 Applicant: John Lewis, Development Associate, CWS Capital Partners, LLC Location: 10656 N FM 620 Rd, Austin, Texas 78726 Council District: Not applicable Staff: Kaela Champlin, Environmental Program Coordinator, (512) 974-3443, Kaela.Champlin@austintexas.gov Applicant request: Water and Wastewater Service Extension …
JOINT INCLUSION COMMITTEE (JIC) SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES The JOINT INCLUSION COMMITTEE (JIC) convened a special called meeting on Wednesday, May 7th, 2024, at 3:00 P.M. CST City of Austin Permitting and Development Center, Rooms #1406 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr, Austin, TX 78752 Vie-Chair RICHARD BONDI called the JOINT INCLUSION COMMITTEE meeting to order at 3:08 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: African American Resource Advisory Commission, Justin Parsons Commission on Aging: Richard Bondi (Vice-Chair) Commission on Immigrant Affairs: Melissa Ortega Commission for Women: Becky Bullard Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Hispanic Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission: Amanda Afifi (Chair) Early Childhood Council: Andrea McIllwain Asian American Quality of Life Commission: Sonny Sin Human Rights Commission: Morgan Davis LGBTQ+ Quality of Life Commission: Jerry Joe Benson Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities: Lisa Chang Member Commissioners with vacancies: Commission on Veterans Affairs PURPOSE OF THE JOINT INCLUSION COMMITTEE: City Code § 2-1-204 mandates The Committee shall: 1) advise the council on issues pertaining to equity, diversity, and inclusion; and 2) promote close cooperation between the council, City management, City boards, commissions, committees, and taskforces, and individuals, institutions, and agencies to increase and sustain equity, diversity, and inclusion in the city. AGENDA 1 CALL TO ORDER: 3:08 p.m. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION 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. DISCUSSION & ACTION ITEMS 1. Discussion on bills filed during the 89th Texas Legislative Session, as they relate to the bylaws and priorities of the Joint Inclusion Committee, and its member commissions; with possible, but not limited to, action items such as returning to member commissions to consider writing Recommendations, returning to member commissions’ workgroups for action, scheduling meetings with Council Members to share updates, scheduling meetings with Texas Senators or Representatives for collaboration, and/or developing topics for Joint Inclusion Committee Recommendations. Discussion on possible action items. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 2. 3. 4. Budget & Policy Priorities Workgroup – updates on the next steps of the Joint Inclusion Committee’s Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget Recommendations, through the publishing of the City’s FY25-26 City Budget (Workgroup Members: Commissioners Justin Parsons, Richard Bondi, Amanda Afifi, Jerry Joe Benson, and Lisa Chang). Updates regarding connecting with council members. Texas Legislative Workgroup – updates on identifying bills from the 89th Legislative Session, which would impact the …
COMMISSION FOR WOMEN MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, May 7, 2025 COMMISSION FOR WOMEN REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, May 7, 2025 The Commission for Women convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at City Hall, 301 W 2nd St, Austin, Texas, Boards and Commissions, Room 1101. Chair Tau called the Commission for Women Meeting to order at 12:05 p.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Jocelyn Tau, Chair Becky Bullard, Vice Chair Alexandria Anderson Angela Harris Katrina Scheihing Shaimaa Zayan Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Rabia Shaik PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Commission for Women regular meeting on April 2, 2025. The minutes from the meeting on April 2, 2025, were approved on Vice Chair Bullard’s motion, Chair Tau’s second, on a 6-0 vote. Commissioner Zayan was off the dais. Commissioners Bissereth, Melendez, and Veloz Salas were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Update from the Joint Inclusion Committee (JIC) representative on the JIC meeting held on April 23, 2025. Postponed to June 4, 2025, without objection. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 1 COMMISSION FOR WOMEN MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, May 7, 2025 3. 4. 5. Update from the Film Screening Working Group on the screening of Army of Women. Update presented by Commissioner Scheihing. Update from the Quality of Life Working Group regarding the recent work towards the completion of the Quality of Life Study. Update presented by Alejandra Mireles, Equity and Inclusion Program Coordinator, Equity and Inclusion Department. Update from the Recognition Working Group regarding progress toward nominations, evaluation, and the 2025 event. Postponed to June 4, 2025, without objection. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. 7. Discussion of City of Austin Budget and formation of a Working Group to draft proposed budget recommendations for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The motion to approve the formation of a Working Group to draft proposed budget recommendations for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 was approved on Chair Tau’s motion, Vice Chair Bullard’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioners Bissereth, Melendez, and Veloz Salas were absent. The motion to add Commissioners Anderson, Bullard, Tau, and Zayan to the Budget Working Group was approved on Chair Tau’s motion, Commissioner Scheihing’s second, on a 7-0 vote. Commissioners Bissereth, Melendez, and Veloz Salas were absent. Conduct officer elections for the Chair and Vice Chair. The motion to approve Commissioner Bullard as Chair was approved on Commissioner Tau’s motion, Commissioner Harris’ second, on a 7-0 vote. Commissioners Bissereth, …
EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, MAY 7, 2025 The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center convened in a Regular meeting on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at City Hall – Board and Commissions Room located at 301 West Second Street in Austin, Texas 78701. (Some members of the ESB-MACC Advisory Board participated via videoconference.) Chair Navarro called the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Meeting to order at 6:01pm. Board Members in Attendance: Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Angelica Navarro, Chair Lillian “Lily” Zamarripa-Saenz, Vice Chair Hilario “Larry” Amaro, Member Anthony Martinez, Member John Estrada, Member Cynthia “Cy” Herrera, Member (Arrived at 6:22pm) Lynda Quintana, Member Raul “Roy” Reyna, Member Selma Sanchez, Member (Arrived at 6:08pm) Board Members Absent: Noemi Castro, Member Alexander “Al” Duarte, Member Staff in Attendance: Marjorie Flanagan, PARD Division Manager of Museums and Cultural Programs Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager Marie Ortiz, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Supervisor Tina Davila, ESB-MACC Administrative Specialist PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL No sign-ups for public communication. Chair Navarro took a moment to introduce new Board Member Lynda Quintana asking her to share a little about herself and why she was interested in joining the ESB-MACC Advisory Board. Member Quintana shared that she has lived in Austin for 25 years. She was originally from Taos, New Mexico where she grew up in a large family and loved the sense of community. Since she was not in Taos anymore, she wanted to give back to the Austin community, hoping to offer her children the same feeling of community and Hispanic culture. 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. The minutes from the Regular meeting of April 2, 2025, were approved on Vice Chair Zamarripa- Saenz’s motion. Member Estrada seconded. Unanimous vote (7.0). Motion passed. Members Castro, Duarte, Herrera and Sanchez absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing on staffing updates, April and May programs, marketing and outreach efforts, and updates on signature event planning. Olivia Tamzarian, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Marketing & Outreach Representative provided updates on Holistic Wellness Programs (HWP), Caminos Teen Leadership programming, and current and upcoming marketing and outreach events. Erik Granados, ESB-MACC Education Specialist reported on youth and family education programs (Sabados en Familia, CIS Afterschool, Lending Library, Morning Glories, and Dia del Niño) detailing the curriculum, activities and number of participants for each initiative. Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture & Arts …
Regular Meeting of the African American Resource Advisory Commission Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 5:30 P.M. African American Cultural & Heritage Facility 912 E 11th St. Creativity Studio Austin, Texas 78702 Some members of the African American 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, call or email Ryan Sperling, 512- 874-3568, ryan.sperling@austintexas.gov CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Daryl Horton, Chair Alexandria Anderson Sophia Dozier Kyron Hayes Nelson Linder Antonio Ross Greg Smith Dr. Chiquita Eugene, Vice Chair Roger Davis Joi Harden Antony Jackson Justin Parsons Mueni Rudd Emmy Weisberg AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 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 African American Resource Advisory Commission regular meeting on April 1, 2025. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation regarding peer support, reentry, and building recovery capital for success. Presentation by Robert T. Lilly, Peer Support Specialist, Travis County Public Defenders Office. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please contact Ryan Sperling, Office of the City Clerk at 512-974-3568 or ryan.sperling@austintexas.gov for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the African American Resource Advisory Commission, please contact Ryan Sperling at 512-974-3568 or ryan.sperling@austintexas.gov.
African American Resource Advisory Commission REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Tuesday April 1st, 2025 The African American Resource Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on Tuesday, April 1st, 2025 at the city of Austin Permitting and Development Center in Austin, Texas. Chair Horton called the African American Resources Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Daryl Horton, Chair Dr. Chiquita Eugene, Vice Chair Alexandria Anderson Roger Davis Sophia Dozier Nelson Linder Justin Parsons Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Kyron Hayes Mueni Rudd PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the African American Resource Advisory Commission regular meeting on March 4, 2024. The minutes were approved on Commissioner Davis’ motion, Commissioner Linder’s second on a 9-0 vote. Commissioners Harden, Jackson, Ross, and Smith were absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 1 2. Briefing regarding the Housing and Urban Development Action Plan and how grants may impact the commission’s interests in FY2025-26. Briefing by Rocio Pena-Martinez, Grants Program Manager, and Julie Smith, Community Engagement Specialist, Housing Department. Briefing by Rocio Pena-Martinez, Grants Program Manager, and Julie Smith, Community Engagement Specialist, Housing Department. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. Presentation regarding American Gateways’ work supporting the immigrant community in Austin. Presentation by Rebecca Lightsey, Co-Executive Director, American Gateways. Withdrawn without objection. Presentation by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) regarding the ADL’s work locally in combatting antisemitism, hate and extremism. Presentation by Courtney Toretto, Director of Policy for the Central Division, and Kazique Prince, Board Member, ADL. Presentation by Courtney Toretto, Director of Policy for the Central Division, and Kazique Prince, Board Member, ADL. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Conduct officer elections for the Chair and Vice Chair. Daryl Horton was elected as Chair on Vice Chair Eugene’s motion, Commissioner Davis’ second, on a 9-0 vote. Commissioners Harden, Jackson, Ross, and Smith were absent. Dr. Chiquita Eugene was elected as Vice Chair on Chair Linder’s motion, Commissioner Rudd’s second, on a 9-0 vote. Commissioners Harden, Jackson, Ross, and Smith were absent. 6. Nominate Commissioners Commission’s primary and alternate representatives to the Joint Inclusion Committee. the African American Resource Advisory to serve as Justin Parsons and Alexandria Anderson were nominated as the primary and alternate representatives to the Joint Inclusion Committee on Vice Chair Eugene’s motion, Commissioner Hayes’ second, on an 8-0 vote. Commissioner Linder was off the dais. Commissioners Harden, Jackson, Ross, and Smith were absent. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Commissioner Anderson …
