..Body Item 10 Water & Wastewater Commission: March 12, 2025 Council: March 27, 2025 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval to negotiate and execute a contract for engineering services for the Country Club Creek Wastewater Improvements Project, for Austin Water and the Watershed Protection Department, with HDR Engineering, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $3,200,000. Funding: $2,144,000 is available in Austin Water’s Capital Budget. $1,056,000 is available in Watershed Protection Department’s Capital Budget. Lead Department Financial Services Department. Managing Department Capital Delivery Services. Purchasing Language: The Financial Services Department issued a Request for Qualifications RFQS 6100 CLMP378 for these services. The solicitation was issued on October 21, 2024, and closed on December 3, 2024. Of the five responses received, the recommended contractor submitted the best evaluated response. A complete solicitation package, including a log of responses received, is available for viewing on the City’s Financial Services website, Austin Finance Online. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=140884. MBE / WBE: This contract will be awarded in compliance with City Code Chapter 2-9A (Minority-Owned and Women- Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program) by meeting the goals with 10.09% MBE and 3.73% WBE participation. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: March 12, 2025 – To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: Austin Water’s wastewater collection system is fundamental for the conveyance of wastewater to Austin Water’s wastewater treatment plants. Austin Water’s wastewater collection system is a large and complex system, consisting of approximately 3,000 miles of wastewater mains and serves approximately one million customers. Due to deterioration from the harsh conditions of the wastewater environment, wastewater collection system assets require ongoing repair and replacement in order to prevent sanitary sewer overflows . The Country Club Creek Wastewater Improvements Project will provide replacement, relocation, and enhancement of wastewater and water infrastructure. In addition, this project will include erosion repair, stormwater control measures, adding two public trails, and stream restoration in Country Club Creek. The wastewater portion of the project includes the replacement of approximately 5,000 linear feet of existing 8-inch to 24-inch gravity wastewater pipe from Metcalfe Road to South Pleasant Valley Road with a new 18- inch to 30-inch diameter pipe. The water line portion of the project is to replace approximately 1,000 linear feet of an existing 6-inch water main that crosses Country Club Creek along Metcalfe Road and install a new 12-inch line along Metcalfe. …
..De Item 2 Water & Wastewater Commission: March 12, 2025 Council: April 10, 2025 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval of an ordinance repealing and replacing City Code Chapter 15-1 (Cross-Connection Regulations) to address changes to the nationally recognized plumbing codes, current Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) regulations and the expanded use of alternate water sources. Funding: This item has no fiscal impact. Lead Department Austin Water. Prior Council Action: January 8, 2004 – Council approved an ordinance repealing and replacing Chapter 15-1 of the City Code relating to cross-connection regulations. June 8, 2006 – Council approved an ordinance amending the definitions in Chapter 15-1 of the City Code relating to cross-connection regulations. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: March 12, 2025 – to be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: Austin Water’s Cross Connection and Backflow Prevention Program administers City, state, and federal regulations to protect public health and safety. This program works to prevent cross-connections by ensuring safeguards to protect the public drinking water system from contamination hazards. Cross-connections between Austin Water’s system and alternative water systems must also be prevented to protect water quality. Regulations apply to all sites with alternative water systems, contaminants and pollutants to ensure appropriate backflow protections are in place. Backflow events occur when water flow is reversed, and non-potable water or other substances enter the drinking water system through back pressure. Austin Water ensures that backflow prevention devices are installed and maintained, which includes minimum requirements for backflow prevention assembly (BPA) installation, testing, maintenance, and reporting. This backflow prevention and cross-connection ordinance was last updated by Council in 2006, with most updates occurring in 2004. The proposed updates address properties’ increased use of alternate water systems as well as regulatory changes that EPA and TCEQ have made. Additionally, the City’s Development Services Department has requested that all plumbing code requirements for cross-connection control and backflow prevention be moved into Chapter 15-1 instead of Chapter 25-12, where the City’s Plumbing Code and local amendments are codified. The Affordability Impact Statement confirms there are no additional anticipated costs to housing and provides neutral impacts for development costs. Proposed Changes to Chapter 15-1 Attorney Client Work Product Subject to Additional Changes ORDINANCE NO. ____________ AN ORDINANCE REPEALING AND REPLACING CHAPTER 15-1 (CROSS- CONNECTION REGULATIONS). BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: PART 1. City Code Chapter …
..Body Item 3 Water & Wastewater Commission: March 12, 2025 Council: March 27, 2025 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval to authorize a contract for brush clearing on water quality protection lands managed by Austin Water for Austin Water with Summitt Forests, Inc., for an initial term of three years with up to two one-year extension options, for a total contract amount not to exceed $1,750,000. Funding: $175,000 is available in Austin Water’s Operating Budget. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Lead Department Financial Services Department. Client Department(s) Austin Water. Purchasing Language: The Financial Services Department issued an Invitation for Bids solicitation IFB 2200 SAR1006 for these services. The solicitation was issued on September 23, 2024, and closed on October 15, 2024. Of the six offers received, the recommended contractor submitted the lowest responsive offer. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bids received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=140797 . MBE/WBE: This solicitation was reviewed for subcontracting opportunities in accordance with City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). For the services required for this solicitation, there were no subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: March 12, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: The contract will provide juniper cutting services, brush cutting for fire line installation, and piling and removal of woody debris at Austin’s Water Quality Protection Lands (WQPL) that are required to meet the goals of restoring these selected lands to grassland and savanna ecosystems. This service will help to yield optimal water quantity and quality to recharge the Edwards Aquifer and provide sustained flow to Barton Springs, which are the primary goals of the WQPL program. This program was initiated in 1998, when Austinites voted to purchase land and conservation easements to protect the water quality and quantity in the Barton Springs segment of the Edwards Aquifer. The current land management plan that directs these practices and goals was approved by Council on January 26, 2023, Resolution 20230126-004. This contract is replacing a contract that expired May 23, 2024. The recommended contractor was the previous provider for these services. If the contract is not secured, the City will not be able to meet the goals of the WQPL …
Item 4 Water & Wastewater Commission: March 12, 2025 Council: March 27, 2025 ..Title Posting Language Recommend approval to authorize a contract for wastewater flow monitoring for Austin Water with RJN Group, Inc., for an initial term of four years with up to four one-year extension options for a total amount not to exceed $18,400,000. Funding: $2,300,000 is available in Austin Water’s Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Lead Department Financial Services Department. Client Department(s) Austin Water. Purchasing Language: The Financial Services Department issued a Request for Proposals solicitation RFP 2200 MLJ3005 for these services. The solicitation was issued on October 7, 2024, and closed on October 31, 2024. Of the three offers received, the recommended contractor submitted the best evaluated responsive offer. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bid received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm? sid=141396 . MBE/WBE: This solicitation was reviewed for subcontracting opportunities in accordance with City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). For the wastewater flow monitoring services required for this solicitation, there were no subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: March 12, 2025- To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: The contract will provide wastewater flow monitoring services for over 2,800 miles of wastewater collection system piping throughout the city. Several Austin Water divisions will use different types of meters to obtain flow monitoring data to determine inflow and infiltration, serve as a warning tool for wastewater overflows, and ensure pipes and facilities are the appropriate size to safely convey wastewater from customers to treatment facilities. Data will be collected during wet and dry weather conditions to ensure that the wastewater systems have adequate capacity to convey all the wastewater in the City’s wastewater piping system. Austin Water uses the data to identify areas of concern, develop plans to provide adequate capacity, and prioritize capital improvement projects. This contract will replace a contract which expires December 20, 2025. The recommended contractor is the current provider of these services. The requested authorization amounts were determined using departmental estimates based on historical spending. Item 4 Water & Wastewater Commission: March 12, 2025 Council: March 27, 2025 An evaluation team with expertise in this …
..Body Item 5 Water & Wastewater Commission: March 12, 2025 Council: March 27, 2025 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval to authorize a contract for construction services for the Boggy Creek Lift Station Force Main Extension with Cash Construction Co Inc, in the amount of $ 15,063,376 plus a $ 1,506,338 contingency for a total contract amount not to exceed $ 16,569,714. Funding: $ 16,569,714 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. Lead Department Financial Services Department. Managing Department Capital Delivery Services. Purchasing Language: The Financial Services Department issued an Invitation for Bids IFB 6100 CLMC1078 for these services. The solicitation was issued on November 11, 2024, and closed on December 19, 2024. Of the five offers received, the recommended contractor submitted the lowest responsive offer. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bids received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=141675. MBE / WBE: This contract will be awarded in compliance with City Code Chapter 2-9A (Minority-Owned and Women- Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program) through the achievements of Good Faith Efforts with 0.00% MBE and 0.08% WBE participation. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: March 12, 2025 – To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater. Additional Backup Information: The Boggy Creek Lift Station Force Main Extension to the Govalle tunnel will consist of three different portions of construction: the replacement of 1,700 linear feet of existing 36-inch concrete-steel-cylinder force main located in the Govalle plant property; new construction of 1,900 linear feet of force main crossing under the Colorado River using horizontal directional drilling; and 5,700 linear feet of new High-density polyethylene (HDPE) force main from Hergotz Lane to the Lockheed shaft. The overall project length is 9,300 linear feet of 36-inch HDPE pipe. This project will abandon and replace the existing siphons under the Colorado River that are in poor condition. The construction of this force main will allow the abandonment of two siphons and the South Austin Regional Transfer Lift Station, located on the southern bank of the Colorado River and has a history of maintenance issues. During peak wet weather events, the current capacity of the existing downstream Boggy Creek Lift Station cannot adequately convey wastewater flows, causing multiple sanitary overflows into the Govalle Wastewater Treatment Plant site and the collection system upstream of the lift station. The project will reduce the possibility …
..Body Item 6 Water & Wastewater Commission: March 12, 2025 Council: March 27, 2025 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval to authorize a contract for construction services for the Davis WTP Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Improvements with Prime Controls, L.P., in the amount of $8,986,951 plus a $898,695 contingency for a total contract amount not to exceed $9,885,646. Funding: $9,885,646 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. Lead Department Financial Services Department. Managing Department Capital Delivery Services. Purchasing Language: The Financial Services Department issued an Invitation for Bids IFB 6100 CLMC1082 for these services. The solicitation was issued on November 11, 2024, and closed on December 19, 2024. The recommended contractor submitted the only responsive offer. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bid received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at 140369. https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=141719. MBE / WBE: This contract will be awarded in compliance with City Code Chapter 2-9A (Minority-Owned and Women- Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program) by meeting the goals with 4.36% MBE and 0.38% WBE participation. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: March 12, 2025 – To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: The City of Austin utilizes surface water resources from impoundments of the Colorado River for its potable water supply. Austin Water operates three existing Water Treatment Plants (WTPs), which are Ullrich , Davis and Handcox . The Davis plant has been in service since 1954 and has a rated treatment capacity of 118 million gallons per day (MGD). Davis’ Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) equipment and network infrastructure are essential to the operation of the facility. The existing equipment has exceeded its service life and is now obsolete, no longer supported by the manufacturers, and difficult to maintain. This equipment needs to be replaced and upgraded to maintain reliability. This project will replace existing Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) equipment with new PLCs throughout the plant, including installation of necessary fiber optic cable, electrical conduit, and wire. The work consists of demolition of existing PLCs and network communications systems and furnishing and installing new PLCs and network communications systems in the Administration Building, Filter Building, Chemical Building, Centrifuge Building, Recycle Pump Station Nos. 1 & 2 and Low Service Pump Station areas of the plant. Item 6 Water & Wastewater Commission: March 12, 2025 Council: March 27, …
..Body Item 7 Water & Wastewater Commission: March 12, 2025 Council: March 27, 2025 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval to authorize additional expenditures for the construction contract for the Polybutylene Water Services Replacement Program project with Austin Underground Inc., to increase the amount by $864,030 for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $10,434,354. Funding: $10,434,354 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. Lead Department Financial Services Department. Managing Department Capital Delivery Services. Purchasing Language: Additional Authorization. MBE / WBE: Note: This request is for additional expenditure authority only. MBE/WBE goals will be established if a change order is requested. Prior Council Action: December 9, 2021 – Council approved a contract with Austin Underground, Inc. for the Polybutylene Water Services Replacement Program project. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: March 12, 2025 – To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: Austin Water’s distribution system is large and complex, consisting of approximately 3,900 miles of water mains and serving approximately one million customers. Distribution system assets require ongoing repair and replacement to prevent leaks and loss of valuable treated water because of deterioration due to environmental conditions and aging. Water service lines made of polybutylene or polyethylene fail at a much higher rate compared to other materials such as copper or high-density polyethylene . Failure rates for polybutylene or polyethylene pipes increase at higher pressures. The cost of proactively replacing a service as part of a construction contract is about 30% less than the cost to reactively repair or replace using Austin Water’s Distribution System Maintenance crews. Proactive service line replacement also results in less water loss and fewer unscheduled customer service outages. Since 2001, Austin Water has been proactively replacing polybutylene and polyethylene services in areas of high static pressure using both internal forces and contractor resources. Under the Polybutylene Water Services Replacement Program project, approximately 2,200 polybutylene and polyethylene water services with pressures exceeding 105 pounds per square inch are being replaced with copper services in 62 subdivisions. Many of these services have previously experienced one or more breaks with subsequent repair by Distribution System Maintenance crews. Construction is currently ongoing and is projected to be completed in Spring 2025. Item 7 Water & Wastewater Commission: March 12, 2025 Council: March 27, 2025 Due to significant field-verified deviations with existing utilities, unexpected conditions encountered during construction; and the need to repave …
Item 8 Water & Wastewater Commission: March 12, 2025 Council: March 27, 2025 ..Title Posting Language Recommend approval to authorize a contract for a mobile medium voltage switchgear breaker for Austin Water with Graybar Electric Company, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $159,893. Funding: $159,893 is available in Austin Water’s Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget. ..Body Lead Department Financial Services Department. Client Department(s) Austin Water. Purchasing Language: The Financial Services Department issued an Invitation for Bids solicitation IFB 2200 RBB1005REBID for these goods. The solicitation was issued on November 12, 2024, and closed on December 19, 2024. Of the two offers received, the recommended contractor submitted the lowest responsive offer. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bids received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=141900 . MBE/WBE: This solicitation was reviewed for subcontracting opportunities in accordance with City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). For the goods required for this solicitation, there were no subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: March 12, 2025 – To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: This contract is for a single mobile medium voltage switchgear breaker to power large emergency generators for extended power during outages or extreme weather events. The breaker will isolate power between a medium voltage transformer (15kV) and the pump station utility transformer. The breaker will allow the utility to become more resilient during extreme weather events or power failures that affect the incoming power to a critical pumping station. The breaker provides a contingency plan that follows the Federal Power Act and Texas Senate (SB 3) regarding preparing for, preventing, and responding to weather emergencies. Austin Water has already purchased emergency generators with low voltages, as such the breaker will be used between the low generator voltages to isolate and protect the equipment. If a contract is not secured, Austin Water’s resiliency goal will be hindered because the department will not be able to isolate power during extreme weather or power failures, which will result in higher operational costs due to loss of power.
Item 9 Water & Wastewater Commission: March 12, 2025 Council: March 27, 2025 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval of an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Austin Water Operating Budget (Ordinance No.20240816-004) for the purpose of defeasing and redeeming outstanding bonds, by amending transfer for an increase in transfer in for a net amount of $2,000,000; an increase expenditures in a net amount of $5,000,000 for a net impact of $(3,000,000) to the ending fund balance; and amending the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Combined Utility Revenue Bond Redemption Fund (Ordinance No. 20240816-004) to increase the transfer in for a net amount of $7,215,206 and increase expenditures in a net amount of $7,215,206. Funding is available in the ending balances of the FY 2024-2025 Austin Water operating funds. Reduction of these ending balance will maintain Austin Water’s compliance with relevant City financial policies. ..De Lead Department Austin Water Prior Council Action: August 16, 2024 – Council approved an ordinance adopting the Operating Budget for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: March 12, 2025 – To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: This budget amendment is related to the defeasance item that would authorize Austin Water to pay off certain maturities of the City’s outstanding Water and Wastewater System Revenue Refunding Bonds. A defeasance is a method of using available cash to pay off outstanding debt. The cash is placed in an escrow account held by a trustee to make principal and interest payments on the required payment date for the bonds being defeased until redemption or maturity. Once the defeasance is funded, the obligations payable from the escrow are no longer secured by or payable from the revenues initially pledged to their payment. The proposed related defeasance item seeks authorization to pay off certain maturities of the City’s outstanding Water and Wastewater System Revenue Refunding Bonds. This process allows Austin Water to remove the debt from its books, which reduces debt levels, reduces interest expense, and improves debt service coverage by lowering the burden of debt service payments in the short-term. Also, this proposed defeasance action is in direct relation to achieving a Water and Wastewater System rate stability over the next few years. The total source of funds for the defeasance of $40,215,206 will be provided from a combination of $3,000,000 in Austin Water Operating Funds, $34,000,000 in Impact Fee/CRF collections, $1,000,000 …
Item 2 Water & Wastewater Commission: March 12, 2025 Council: April 10, 2025 Summary of Proposed Updates to Austin City Code Chapter 15-1 Cross-Connection Regulations Overview Since the last update to Austin City Code Chapter 15-1, significant changes have been made to nationally recognized plumbing codes, as well as Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and American Water Works Association (AWWA) standards. There have also been overall changes in the approach to water use, with increased use of alternate water sources. These recommended updates also align with a request from the Development Services Department (DSD) to move the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code’s (UPC) requirements for cross-connection regulations to Chapter 15-1. Summary of Updates The requested updates are supported by nationally approved plumbing codes, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) regulations, American Waterworks Association (AWWA) standards, and other nationally recognized standards. Article 1. General Provisions (pages 1-5) • Added definitions and wording changes for further clarity Article 2. Cross-Connection Control (pages 5-50) • Updated language directly from the 2021UPC local amendments and the 2024 UPC, primarily found in 15-1-13-20 • Removed requirement of Test and Maintenance Reports (TMR) from customer to testers Article 3. Tester Registration (pages 50-54) • This section provides the requirements for backflow prevention testers, cross- connection testers, and customer service inspectors • Minor adjustments were made to require the maintenance of contact information and to allow for electronic TMRs Article 4. Connection By Other Public Water System (pages 54-57) • No changes Article 5. Enforcement (pages 57-66) • Minor wording changes for further clarity
1. REGULAR MEETING of the TOURISM COMMISSION BOARD March 12, 2025, at 2:30 pm City Hall Chambers Room 1001 301 W. Second St Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the Tourism Commission Board 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, call or email Felicia Burleson, 512.404.4022 or felicia.ojeda@austintexas.gov CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Daniel Ronan, Chair, D9 Aileen Bazan, D1 Christian Tschoepe, D3 Bishop Chappell, D6 Stefani Mathis, D8 Anna Panossian, Mayoral Ed Bailey, Vice Chair, D5 Greg Chanon, D2 District 4 (vacant) District 7 (vacant) District 10 (vacant) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER 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 Approve the minutes of the Tourism Commission Board Regular Meeting on February 12, 2025. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. DISCUSSION ITEMS Staff briefing from Staff Liaison, Felicia Burleson, regarding guidelines and updates for commission board. Presentation by Katy Zamesnik, Assistant Director of the Austin Convention Center Department, regarding the future plans of the Austin Convention Center. Presentation by Liane Conte, Chief of Staff of Project Connect, regarding the EIS of Project Connect and the project’s future impact on Austin Tourism. Presentation by Angela Means, Director of the Office of Arts, Music, and Entertainment, regarding the future ACME Department and its impact on Austin Tourism. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Discussion and possible action to set road map for 2025 Tourism Commission Meeting. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES Update from the Short-Term Rental Working Group on any new reports regarding the STR’s new focus and efforts for recommendations. 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 call …
Office of Arts, Culture, Music & Entertainment Tourism Commission March 12, 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 inclusive, 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 Arts and Live Music 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
AUSTIN CONVENTION CENTER REDEVELOPMENT Draft/Confidential PROJECT Introduction Draft/Confidential Austin is the 11th largest city in the country. But the Austin Convention Center is only the 61st largest. Draft/Confidential 3 Once the redevelopment is complete, we expect the Austin Convention Center to be around the 35th largest in the country. Draft/Confidential 4 The redeveloped Austin Convention Center will be larger than: Charlotte Fort Worth Baltimore Nashville Kansas City Pittsburgh Draft/Confidential Once complete, Austin’s new competitive set will include: San Antonio Boston Seattle Philadelphia Denver Draft/Confidential Big changes are coming Draft/Confidential PROJECT SCOPE Draft/Confidential By the Numbers CONSTRUCTION COST $1.26B RENTABLE SPACE AREAS EXISTING CONVENTION CENTER 365,000 SF NEW CONVENTION CENTER INDOOR + OUTDOOR 550,000 + 70,000 SF Draft/Confidential PROJECT GOALS Draft/Confidential Austin City Council Resolution NO. 20210610-096 The City Council seeks to work with the prime architecture firm capable of delivering a world class design befitting a city of Austin’s size and prominence. The Convention Center design shall incorporate the most innovative ideas in programming and placemaking and shall aim to create a civic building that draws and serves Austinites as well as visitors. The City council affirms its intention that the convention Center be, like its companion civic building to the west, the Austin Central Library, a landmark of great distinction, a bustling and vital public gathering place, and a point of pride for the community. Draft/Confidential Uniquely Austin Draft/Confidential SUSTAINABILITY Draft/Confidential Pushing the Boundaries of Green Building • ILFI Zero Carbon Certification • Net Zero Operational Carbon • Embodied Carbon Reduction • LEED Gold • AEGB 3-Star Generational project that is transforming the Austin market for: • high performance design • low-carbon concrete + steel • construction salvage + reuse • mass timber Draft/Confidential RECONNECTING AUSTIN Draft/Confidential UNPRECEDENTED OPPORTUNITIES Intersection of Past, Present, and Future Draft/Confidential Urban to Landscape Draft/Confidential Trio of Landmark Buildings Central Library City Hall Convention Center Draft/Confidential PRESENTING Draft/Confidential Program Spaces Integrated with Austin Experience Draft/Confidential Opportunity for Future Expansion Outdoor Event + The Warehouse • Enhance Connections and Movements • Flexible Event & Gathering Places • Abundant Shade & Comfort • Reflect History of the Site and Materials • Extension of Warehouse District Scale THE BACK YARD R E H T A G FESTIVAL E D A N E M O R P THE WAREHOUSE DISPLAY DROP-OFF BACKYAR D PROMENADE WAREHOUSE EXHALL TRINITY NECHES RED RIVER Outdoor Event Plaza Outdoor Event + The Warehouse …
TOURISM COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES 12, MARCH 2025 The TOURISM COMMISSION convened in a REGULAR meeting on 12, MARCH 2025, at 301 w. Second St. in Austin, Texas. Chair, Daniel Ronan called the TOURISM COMMISSION Meeting to order at 2:44 p.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Commissioners Ed Bailey, Greg Chanon, Bishop Chappell, Anna Panossian, and Daniel Ronan Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Commissioner Stefani Mathis Board Members/Commissioners Absence: Commissioners Aileen Bazan and Christian Tschoepe PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Margo Sawyer, Artist speaking on ITEM 5 John Yancy, Artist speaking on ITEM 5 Paula Priour, Wife of Artist, Damian Priour speaking on ITEM 5 John Riedie, Former Tourism Commission Board member Melissa McKnight and Bonnie Cullum with the Vortex of Austin APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the TOURISM COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING on February 12, 2025. The minutes from the meeting of 2/12/2025 were approved on Commissioner Chanon’s motion and Commissioner Panossian second on an 6-0 vote. The vote was unanimous. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff Liaison, Felicia Burleson briefed on updates regarding the vacancy and city policy and guidelines and updates for commissions. 1 DISCUSSION ITEMS variety of items 3. 4. Katy Zamesnik, Assistant Director of the Austin Convention Center Department and Larry Speck with Joint Venture Team presented an update regarding the future plans of the Austin Convention Center. Angela Means, Director of the Office of Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment, presented on the future of ACME Department and its impact on Austin Tourism. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Discussion and possible action to set road map for 2025 Tourism Commission Meeting WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES 6. Update from Commissioner Chappell with the Short-Term Rental Working Group and the changes coming to Austin STRs guidelines from the vote of City Council in February 2025 meeting. Chair Daniel Ronan adjourned the meeting at 4:17pm. Motioned by Commissioner Panossian and seconded by Commissioner Chappell. The minutes were approved at the April 9, 2025 meeting on Commissioner Panossian motion, Commissioner Chanon’s second on a (8-0) vote. Vote was unanimous. Commissioners Vice Chair Bailey, Chanon, Chappell, Mathis, Panossian, Tschoepe , Masters, and Webb. Chair Ronan was off the dais. Commissioner Bazan was absent. 2 3
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HIV PLANNING COUNCIL FINANCE AND ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12, 2025, 1:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER ROOM 1203 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the HIV PLANNING COUNCIL may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: Click here to join the meeting Public comment will be allowed in person or remotely via telephone or Teams. 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. To register to speak, call or email the Office of Support, (737)-825-1684 or hivplanningcouncil@austintexas.gov CURRENT HIV PLANNING COUNCIL FINANCE/ALLOCATIONS AND STRATEGIC PLANNING/NEEDS ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Kelle’ Martin Ashley Garling, Committee Chair (on leave) Kristina McRae-Thompson Liza Bailey Judith Hassan, conflicted CALL TO ORDER AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up no later than noon on 2/11/2025 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 HIV Planning Council regular meeting of the Finance/Allocations and Strategic Planning/Needs Assessment Committee on February CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATIONS 2. Members will declare conflict of interest with relevant agenda items, service categories, 4. Administrative Agent Staff Briefing regarding the December Expenditures Report DISCUSSION ITEMS 5. Introductions/Announcements 6. HUD Presentation for Community Participation for the Action Plan 7. Discussion of Y1 Plan Needs Assessment 2026-2031 12, 2024 and/or service standards. STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Office of Support Staff Briefing FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 8. Discussion of workplan calendar ADJOURNMENT Indicative of action items 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. TTY users’ route through Relay Texas at 711. For More Information on the HIV Planning Council, please contact HIV Planning Council Office of Support at (737) 825-1684.
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE Wednesday, March 12, 2025 – 4:00PM Permitting and Development Center Conference Room 1401 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr Austin, TX 78752 Some members of the committee 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, use the QR code on this agenda. For questions, email preservation@austintexas.gov or call Sam Fahnestock at (512) 974- 3393. COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Kevin Koch Jaime Alvarez Harmony Grogan AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten (10) speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. DISCUSSION ITEMS 1. 2. 6706 Bluff Springs Rd. Horton-Duval House Council District 2 Proposal: Hazardous conditions abatement. Applicant: Marlayna Wright 1301 Shoal Creek Blvd. House Park Council District 9 Proposal: Press box replacement. Applicant: AISD/Dave Anderson 1807 E Cesar Chavez St. Berner-Clark-Mercado House Council District 3 Proposal: Paint exterior; replace windows; replace columns, handrails, baluster; re-install sashes; add ramp on back patio. Applicant: David Rudick 1412 Preston Ave. Old West Austin National Register Historic District Council District 10 Proposal: Convert carport to garage, addition/remodel to front entry and rear. Applicant: Carissa Travis 3. 4. 5. 705 West Lynn St. West Line National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Total demolition. Applicant: DAR Construction/Scott Turner 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 call the Historic Preservation Office at 512-974-3393 for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Historic Landmark Commission, please contact Sam Fahnestock, Planner II, at 512-974-3393; Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Officer, at 512-974-2727. REGISTER TO SPEAK https://forms.office.com/g/7ReQu6LfJD ,£, First Floor () OD Coffee Shop South Elevator;; City of Austin Permitting and Development Center ' . Event Center Trahng …
Austin Independent School District: House Park West Grandstand 1936 Baseball Stand and Diamond pre- date football stadium North Grandstand estimated 1947 West Grandstand & tennis courts 1938/39 Field House 1940 House Park Aerial 1937 House Park Aerial 1952 Baseball Stand and Diamond demoed and relocated 38/39 Austin Independent School District House Park Stadium North Grandstands demo unknown date Press Boxes estimated 60/70s Tennis Courts 1977 Baseball stands and diamond removed Parking added between 1973 & 1981 New Field House 2009 Field House Demolished 2009 House Park 1985 House Park 2011 Field Turfed 2008 Austin Recreation Center 1986 Austin Independent School District House Park Stadium House Park Stadium Improvements 3 New Freestanding Press Box East side ADA Ramps East & West Grandstand Concrete repair and repainting Easts & West Grandstand Concrete Repairs 4 • Concrete patch repairs of slabs, beams, walls, risers, and columns • Concrete repairs are only for the structural integrity of the grandstand ADA Access Ramp Improvements 5 • The existing ramps to the East and West grandstands currently do not meet ADA requirements • Existing ramps will be replaced with new ADA compliant ramps Existing East Grandstand Ramp Existing West Grandstand Ramp Grandstand Painting 6 • Existing painted surfaces of perimeter grandstand and walls to be repainted East Grandstand Ramp West Grandstand Ramp East & West Press Boxes 7 • AISD House Park Stadium Improvements includes removal of existing East and West Press Boxes • Press Boxes added to grandstands estimated 1960s (date to be verified) • Press boxes renovation 1986 • Existing press boxes do not have ADA access • Existing press boxes do not have emergency exit outside of the floodplain • Structural assessment completed 2016 identified multiple structural deficiencies to existing press boxes East Grandstand Ramp West Grandstand Ramp House Park Site 8 • The House Park site lies within a floodplain • The existing press boxes do not allow for egress out of the flood plain • The newly designed Freestanding Press Box allows for egress out of the floodplain East Grandstand Ramp West Grandstand Ramp Existing East Grandstand Press Box East Press Boxes 9 Conceptual Freestanding East Grandstand Press Box East Grandstand Ramp West Grandstand Ramp AISD: House Park East Press Box 1 0 • New press box honors the legacy of the House Park Stadium, while providing an opportunity for 21st century use and learning opportunities for staff and students • …
ENGINEER OR GEN. CONTRACTOR TO VERIFY DRAWINGS BEFORE CONSTRUCTION SITE PLAN NOTES: SOIL: *2,000 PSF ALLOWABLE (ASSUMED) TO BE AT TIME OF EXCAVATION. SHALLOW AND MODERATELY DEEP, WELL-DRAINED SOIL FORMED IN MATERIAL WEATHERED FORM BASALT THAT HAS A SMALL AMOUNT OF LOESS IN THE UPPER PART OF THE PROFILE. THE PERMEABILITY IS ESTIMATED TO BE GOOD. SITE SURVEY TO VERIFY PIN LOCATIONS PRIOR TO EXCAVATION. CONTRACTOR TO VERIFY LOCATION OF ALL EXISTING UTILITIES. ALL FINISH GRADES SHALL BE SMOOTH AND UNIFORM. EROSION CONTROL NOTES: 1. INSTALL SILT FENCE PRIOR TO ANY EXCAVATION OR CONSTRUCTION 2. MINIMIZE SITE DISTURBANCE BY TIGHT CONTROL OF EXCAVATION LIMITS. 3. ALL EXPOSED SOIL SHALL BE MULCHED WITH STRAW OR WOOD CHIPS TO MINIMIZE SOIL EROSION. NO SOIL SHALL BE LEFT IN AN EXPOSED CONDITION. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE CONTRACTOR MAINTAIN A STOCK PILE OF THIS MATERIAL ON SITE FOR QUICK APPLICATION. GRADING NOTES: 1. CONTRACTOR TO VERIFY LOCATION OF ALL EXISTING UTILITIES. 2. ALL FINISH GRADES SHALL BE SMOOTH AND UNIFORM. 3. PROVIDE POSITIVE DRAINAGE AWAY FROM BUILDING. NOTE PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION: ALL DIMENSIONING MUST BE CHECKED AND VERIFIED BEFORE CONSTRUCTION MAY BEGIN. S 60 ° E 75' - 0" 50' - 0" 20' - 11 7/16" 10' OF LOT 6 10' - 0" " 8 / 5 1 - ' 2 2 POOL 320 SFT 6 T O L 7 T O L POOL PUMP 75.00' " 0 - ' 5 " 0 - ' 0 1 " 1 1 - ' 2 1 " 0 - ' 2 2 7 T O L 8 T O L 15' - 0" WOOD FENCE 5' PUE 10' REAR SETBACK EXISTING POOL RESHAPE AND MAKE SMALLER ALL STRUCTURE TO REMAIN IN PLACE SF-3-NP MIN SET BACK 25ft INTERIOR SIDE YARD 5ft REAR YARD 10ft IMP COVER 45% BUILDING COVER 40% ORDINANCE 20100923-103 LOT OF 4,000 SFT OR LESS IMP COVER 65% DN 5' - 0" 15' OF LOT 8 SEE ZONING REPORT 5' - 0" 5' SIDE SETBACK SEE ZONING REPORT WOOD FENCE " 6 - ' 7 3 1 ' 0 5 . 7 3 1 ACCESS FOR CONSTRUCTION DRIVEWAY PAD TO EXTEND TO SETBACK 5' SIDE SETBACK WOOD FENCE ACCESS FOR CONSTRUCTION ' 0 5 . 7 3 1 A/C 6' - 10 7/16" " 8 - ' 2 2 LOT 6 E ° 0 6 N 15' - 6 1/4" CONCRETE DRIVE …
1412 PRESTON HISTORIC REVIEW General Standards – 1. Windows, doors, and screens The proposed project replaces historic-age windows that do not appear to be deteriorated beyond repair. Proposed window replacements at main and secondary elevations alter the window patterns, materials, opening sizes, and configurations. WINDOWS - The existing single-pane windows are a weak link in the building’s thermal envelope. Even with storm windows or weather-stripping, single panes cannot match the insulation of modern glazing. - The current windows are steel and single pane. The steel is corroded and cracked in all windows. - The glazing has deteriorated completely. The exposure to weather/rain/UV radiation gradually breaks down the glazing compounds leading to cracks, shrinkage, and loss of adhesion - The existing glass are cracked all in the same general areas. 1 CRACKINGSINGLE PANECRACKINGPULLING OFF THE FRAMING RUST AND CRACKINGON STEEL AND GLASS 1412 PRESTON HISTORIC REVIEW General Standards – - The expansion and contraction over time has led to the steel to pull away from the brick - Traditional glazing putty, often linseed oil-based, hardens and becomes brittle over time, making it prone to cracking and falling out. - Steel windows from the 1950s are extremely difficult to repair due to limited availability of materials and skilled labor. The cost of repair is prohibitive and exceeds the cost of replacement - The existing windows are sitting directly brick to window contact, no sheathing or insulation, as well as no - Rust and corrosion – As steel frames corrode, they expand, putting pressure on the glazing and causing it to fail flashing. or detach from the glass. 2 CRACKING, DIRECT BRICK TO WINDOW PLACEMENT , LEAKAGESTEEL HAS CRACKING, NO FLASHING, DIRECT WINDOW TO BRICK APPLICATION 1412 PRESTON HISTORIC REVIEW General Standards – Aluminum Clad replacements The design standards documentation notes that simple measures like weather-stripping and window film are the first line of defense , and we have evaluated those. However, given the persistent energy loss and comfort issues, we are proposing to replace the single panes with insulated (double-glazed) glass units. - We also evaluated the weather stripping and film will not solve the issue of the incorrect construction application - Air leakage and thermal retention:Replacing with Sierra Pacific Wood Aluminum Clad windows will drastically reduce air leakage and heat transfer while preserving the historic frames’ appearance. Notably, the City’s guidelines even suggest retrofitting historic windows with insulated, low-E glass when …
T E E R T S N N Y L T S E W 580 SF 695 SF 450 SF 450 SF 1345 SF FRONT UNIT AREA EXISTING ADDITION GARAGE SECOND FLOOR CONDITIONED AREA SQ. FT. 580 SF. 695 SF. 450 SF. 1,145 SF. 2,420 SF. REAR UNIT AREA FIRST FLOOR FRONT PORCH REAR PORCH SECOND FLOOR GARAGE SQ. FT. 1,345 SF. 64 SF. 142 SF. 1,551 SF. 450 SF. CONDITIONED AREA 2,896 SF.
T E E R T S N N Y L T S E W 1130 SF 1350 SF 1345 SF 1240 SF 450 SF 450 SF 450 SF 450 SF FRONT UNIT AREA FIRST FLOOR FRONT PORCH GARAGE SECOND FLOOR CONDITIONED AREA SQ. FT. 1130 SF. 104 SF. 450 SF. 1,684 SF. 2,814 SF. REAR UNIT AREA FIRST FLOOR FRONT PORCH REAR PORCH SECOND FLOOR GARAGE SQ. FT. 1,345 SF. 64 SF. 142 SF. 1,551 SF. 450 SF. CONDITIONED AREA 2,896 SF.
REGULAR MEETING of the EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL MARCH 12, 2025, 9:00 A.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM #1401/1402 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Early Childhood Council 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 Caitlin Oliver, Program Coordinator, Austin Public Health, at 512-972-6205 or Caitlin.Oliver@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Cathy McHorse, Chair Eliza Gordon Andrea McIllwain Alice Navarro Ellana Selig Choquette Hamilton, Vice Chair Cynthia McCollum Brianna Menard Hilda Rivas AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first five speakers to register 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 Early Childhood Council Regular Meeting on February 12, 2025 DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Presentation from Heather Petruzzini, Executive Director of the Office of Teaching, Learning, & Leading at Austin Independent School District (AISD), regarding AISD’s early learning initiatives Updates from Mariano Herrera, Acting Executive Director of Child Inc, and Beverly Davis, Head Start Director, regarding Child Inc’s priorities, plans, and challenges Discuss nomination process for 2025 Early Childhood Council officers Update from Hilda Rivas regarding Travis County community input sessions for the voter-approved child care and out-of-school time care initiative Updates from the Early Childhood Council Quality-of-Life (QoL) Study Workgroup regarding the next meeting with the study researcher Updates from the February Joint Inclusion Committee (JIC) meeting regarding the City of Austin budget process and JIC budget recommendations STAFF BRIEFINGS Briefing from Adrienne Sturrup, Director of Austin Public Health (APH), regarding the APH Integrated Bond Development Briefing from Caitlin Oliver, Austin Public Health (APH), regarding the Home Grown grant for home-based child care providers; and updates from related local early childhood groups such as Austin Chapter of the Texas Association for the Education of Young Children and Child Care Regulation FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal …
Joint Inclusion Committee Budget Process Update Art in Public Places: La Mujer by J Muzacz/Caminos Internship Program, 2022 FY26 BUDGET TIMELINE POLICY INPUT FORECASTING & BUDGET DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL DELIBERATION & ADOPTION NEW FISCAL YEAR MARCH 31 APRIL 8 JULY 15 JULY 23 JULY 29 JULY 31 AUG. 5, 7 AUG. 13-15 OCTOBER 1 Board & Commission Recommendations Due Financial Forecast Presentation to Council City Manager’s Proposed Budget Presentation Work Session Work Session Public Hearing and Work Session Work Session Budget Readings & Tax Rate Hearings First Day of the Fiscal Year MAR APR JUL AUG OCT BOARDS & COMMISSIONS BUDGET PRIORITY SURVEY COMMUNITY INPUT MEETINGS OCT. 1 – SEP. 30 2 BIENNIAL BUDGET PLANNING AND ADDITIONAL INVESTMENTS • Starting with the FY 2024-25 budget, the City adopted a structurally balanced, biennial budgeting approach. • Previously, unmet departmental needs were reviewed annually, but now enhancements are planned for the following fiscal year. • For example, during the FY 2025-26 budget process, most enhancements will be considered for FY 2026-27. • Details of the FY 2025-26 Proposed Budget and FY 2026-27 enhancement requests will be available when presented to City Council on July 15, 2025. 2/26/2025 3 BUCKETS NOT VENDORS • Focus on desired outcomes rather than specific vendors when making recommendations. • For example, suggesting that HR implement a paperless timesheet system sets a clear goal without prescribing a provider. • In contrast, recommending $1 million for ABC Enterprises to develop the system restricts management’s flexibility and undermines the competitive purchasing process. • Evaluate whether current programs or services need enhancements to ensure more equitable service delivery. 2/26/2025 4 BUDGET RECOMMENDATION ONLINE FORM • Boards and Commissions are requested to complete an online form after submitting their budget recommendations. • This form allows commissioners to specify which recommendations they want included in the budget development process. • Only one commissioner needs to complete the form, and multiple submissions are allowed. • Access the form here. • For any technical issues or questions, please contact Blake Johnson at blake.johnson@austintexas.gov. 2/26/2025 5 WHAT HAPPENS AFTER RECOMMENDATIONS ARE SUBMITTED? • Recommendations are assigned to the appropriate departments, which then draft responses and assess whether their existing budget can address the issues raised. • Common themes among the recommendations are identified and presented to city leadership alongside other public engagement findings. • Some recommendations require more time for detailed responses, so the Budget Public Engagement …
Foundations First: Austin ISD Early Learning Initiative Presentation to the City of Austin Early Childhood Council March 12, 2025 Heather E. Petruzzini The Foundations First: Early Learning District Initiative positions Austin ISD as a leader in early childhood education by ensuring equitable, high-quality, developmentally appropriate learning experiencesfor children from birth to grade 2. This initiative addres s es enrollment challenges, expands early childhood programs, and prioritizes foundational literacy, numeracy, and social/emotional developmentto clos e achievement gaps and prepare s tudents for long-term academic s ucces s . Long Term Success Post Secondary Outcomes 9 - 12 Outcomes 6 - 8 Outcomes 3 - 5 Outcomes Foundations First: Early Learning Initiative Thriving in K -2: Academic & Socio - Emotional Outcomes Pre-K Expansion & Kinder Ready Outcomes Simple & Seamless Enrollment HQ Birth - 3 Programming 3 When we prioritize in early childhood education by ensuring equitable, high-quality developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children from birth to grade 2, Aus tin ISD s tudents will be prepared to learn in 3rd grade and beyond, leading to long term pos itive outcomes that contribute to each individuals long term s ucces s . Foundations First: Early Learning Initiative K-2 Academic Outcomes Pre-K Expansion & Kinder Ready Outcomes Simple & Seamless Enrollment Birth - 3 Programming 44 Simple & Seamless Enrollment Goal: 100% of families feel satisfied with an enrollment experience that fostered trust and transparency (seamless & simple) ● Ease of enrollment ● Once enrolled in an associated/partner Childcare program, students can easily enroll in Austin ISD ● Recruitment from 0 -3 ○ Come and Stay awhile - or 15ish years or so . . . ● Continued priority for qualifying students ○ TEC §29.153 (b) ● Additional tuition seats are available. ○ Spring 2025 - Early Bird Tuition 5 Birth - 3 Programming Goal: Establish a high-quality 0-3 year childcare program that strengthens community trust in Austin ISD, actively engages families in their child's developmental milestones, and provides a strong foundation for future learning success. ● NAEYC Certified ○ Developmentally appropriate GVC ● Partnership with Travis County to offer high -quality programming for 0 - 3 ● High-quality and well supported teachers in all childcare settings 6 Pre-K Expansion Goal: Early Childhood Education in Austin ISD becomes a national model for providing students strong foundational skills in an equitable way that helps students become engaged and curious learners A national exemplar …
Austin Public Health Bond Proposals Process March, 2025 Agenda • Department Overview • Guiding Principles • APH Bond Funding History • APH Bond Success • Health Disparity Data • Bond Proposals Video on next slide... Austin Public Health: The Heart Mission: To prevent disease, promote health, and protect the well-being of all. Low-cost vaccinations Health screenings Infant & maternal health Birth and death certificates Diabetes education and prevention classes Food truck, restaurants, pool and water feature inspections Mosquito testing and abatement Rent assistance, food pantries, job application support Austin Public Health: Centers of Service Mission: To prevent disease, promote health, and protect the well-being of all. 14 WIC Clinics 6 Neighborhood Centers 2 Shots for Tots and Big Shots Clinics + Weekly Mobile Clinics Sexual Health Clinic Refugee Services Clinic Mom's Place Lactation Support Center Office of Vital Records Austin Public Health: Divisions Community Services Disease Prevention Health Promotion Environmental Health Services Health Equity and Community Engagement Epidemiology and Public Health Emergency Preparedness Office of the Medical Director Administrative Services Bond History- Austin Public Health -CIP Primary Funding Source = 100% General Bond Obligations -Less than 1% of the City Bond Funding since 1998 Year 1998 2000 2006 2010 2012 2013 2016 2018 2020 2022 Sum of Bond Appropriation $339,663,387 $163,342,202 $566,503,269 $89,930,362 $306,621,128 $64,995,063 $720,000,000 $925,000,000 $460,000,000 $350,000,000 Sum of APH Appropriation $11,145,000 $16,000,000 Grand Totals $3,986,055,411 $27,145,000 Bond History- Austin Public Health Bond Appropriation by City Department Transportation and Mobility Affordable Housing Transportation Infrastructure Transportation Parks and Recreation Flood Mitigation, Open Space, and Water Quality Protection Transportation Mobility Improvements Drainage and Open Space Libraries, Museums and Cultural Arts Faciities Public Safety Central Library Mobility Parks Parks Land and Facilities Public Safety Facilities Library and Cultural Centers Cultural Facilities Open Space and Watershed Protection Austin Public Health Open Spaces Flood Control, Erosion Control, Water Quality 0.00 200,000,000.00 400,000,000.00 600,000,000.00 800,000,000.00 1,000,000,000.00 Bond Appropriation by City Department What have APH bond projects done for you lately? Making our 2012 & 2018 Bond $tretch Dove Springs Public Health Center, 2024 Video on next slide... What have APH bond projects done for you lately? Making our 2012 & 2018 Bond $tretch MPOX mass vaccine distribution: Montopolis Recreation & Public Health Center, 2020 Multi-Agency Resource Center, Winter Storm, 2023: What have APH bond projects done for you lately? Making our 2012 & 2018 Bond $tretch: Women & Children’s Center, 2018 What have APH …
EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MARCH 12, 2025 EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12, 2025 The Early Childhood Council convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at the Permitting and Development Center, Room #1401/1402, 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive in Austin, Texas. Chair McHorse called the Early Childhood Council Meeting to order at 9:05 a.m. Board Members in Attendance: Chair McHorse, Vice Chair Hamilton, and Members McCollum, McIllwain, and Menard Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Members Gordon, Navarro, Rivas, and Selig Staff in Attendance: Caitlin Oliver, Rachel Farley, Angela Tolle, Donna Sundstrom, Adrienne Sturrup, Cindy Gamez, Alan Washington, Filip Gecic, and Saeed Azadi PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first five speakers to register 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. There was no public comment. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Early Childhood Council Regular Meeting on February 12, 2025 The minutes from the meeting on 2/12/2025 were approved unanimously on Vice Chair Hamilton’s motion and Member Menard’s second, on a 9-0 vote. DISCUSSION ITEMS EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MARCH 12, 2025 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Presentation from Heather Petruzzini, Executive Director of the Office of Teaching, Learning, & Leading at Austin Independent School District (AISD), regarding AISD’s early learning initiatives Heather Petruzzini presented information about AISD’s Foundations First: Early Learning Initiative to address enrollment challenges, expand early childhood programs, and prioritize foundational literacy, numeracy, and social/emotional development. Petruzzini also shared updates on the AISD Early Learning Director position. Updates from Mariano Herrera, Acting Executive Director of Child Inc, and Beverly Davis, Head Start Director, regarding Child Inc’s priorities, plans, and challenges Mariano Herrera and Beverly Davis presented information about enrollment numbers and Child Inc’s plans for expansion. Discuss nomination process for 2025 Early Childhood Council officers Chair McHorse volunteered to serve on a nominating workgroup and to present vice chair and chair nominations at the April 9 meeting. Update from Hilda Rivas regarding Travis County community input sessions for the voter- approved child care and out-of-school time care initiative Member Rivas shared updates about hiring new staff and about upcoming community input sessions for the voter-approved child care and out-of-school time care initiative. Updates from the Early Childhood Council Quality-of-Life (QoL) Study Workgroup regarding the next meeting with the …
4. 5. 6. REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON AGING MARCH 12TH, 2025 AT NOON CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS, 78701 Some members of the 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 Halana Kaleel, 512-972-5019, Halana.Kaleel@austintexas.gov. CURRENT MEMBERS: Richard Bondi, Chair Gretchen Flatau, Vice-Chair Mariana Gonzalez Austin Adams Suzanne Anderson Jacqueline Angel Gloria Lugo Jennifer Scott Preston Tyree Henry Van de Putte Vacancy: District 6 Martin Kareithi Faith Lane Fred Lugo Teresa Ferguson AGENDA CALL TO ORDER/ATTENDANCE PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. STAFF BRIEFINGS/ANNOUNCEMENTS 2. Approve the minutes of the February 12th, 2025, regular Commission on Aging Meeting. Staff Briefing regarding Age-Friendly Austin including update on the Age Friendly Austin Action Plan and centralized guidance on communicating with older adults. Briefing by: Nicole Howe, Age Friendly Program Coordinator and Halana Kaleel, Public Health Community Engagement Specialist, Austin Public Health. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Update on the Joint Inclusion Committee (JIC) initiatives as they relate to the Commission on Aging including a recap on presentations received by the JIC on bonds from Austin Public Health and a presentation from the City of Austin Budget Office. Discussion on the Commission on Aging 2025 Community Service Awards. Discussion on tracking of Texas Legislative Items that impact older adults. Discussion on Age Friendly Initiatives prioritized by the Commission on Aging. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. Discussion and possible action on the 2025 Older American’s Month Proclamation language and development. Discussion and possible action on a budget recommendation for the City of Austin Fiscal Year Budget 25-26 regarding Translation and Interpretation Services for Boards and Commissions. Discussion and possible action on a budget recommendation for the City of Austin Fiscal Year Budget 25-26 regarding Increased Funding for Homeless Strategy Office. Discussion and possible action on a budget recommendation for the City of Austin Fiscal Year Budget 25-26 regarding Funds for Senior Transportation Programs. Discussion and possible action on a budget recommendation for the City of Austin Fiscal Year …
4. 5. 6. 7. REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON AGING MARCH 12TH, 2025 AT NOON CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS, 78701 Some members of the 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 Halana Kaleel, 512-972-5019, Halana.Kaleel@austintexas.gov. CURRENT MEMBERS: Richard Bondi, Chair Gretchen Flatau, Vice-Chair Mariana Gonzalez Austin Adams Suzanne Anderson Jacqueline Angel Gloria Lugo Jennifer Scott Preston Tyree Henry Van de Putte Vacancy: District 6 Martin Kareithi Faith Lane Fred Lugo Teresa Ferguson AGENDA CALL TO ORDER/ATTENDANCE PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. STAFF BRIEFINGS/ANNOUNCEMENTS 2. Approve the minutes of the February 12th, 2025, regular Commission on Aging Meeting. Staff Briefing regarding Age-Friendly Austin including update on the Age Friendly Austin Action Plan and centralized guidance on communicating with older adults. Briefing by: Nicole Howe, Age Friendly Program Coordinator and Halana Kaleel, Public Health Community Engagement Specialist, Austin Public Health. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Update on the Joint Inclusion Committee (JIC) initiatives as they relate to the Commission on Aging including a recap on presentations received by the JIC on bonds from Austin Public Health and a presentation from the City of Austin Budget Office. Discussion on the Commission on Aging 2025 Community Service Awards. Discussion on tracking of Texas Legislative Items that impact older adults. Discussion on Age Friendly Initiatives prioritized by the Commission on Aging. Update on the Older Adults Quality of Life Study, Nirali Thakkar, Cortez Consulting. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. Discussion and possible action on the 2025 Older American’s Month Proclamation language and development. Discussion and possible action on a budget recommendation for the City of Austin Fiscal Year Budget 25-26 regarding Translation and Interpretation Services for Boards and Commissions. Discussion and possible action on a budget recommendation for the City of Austin Fiscal Year Budget 25-26 regarding Increased Funding for Homeless Strategy Office. Discussion and possible action on a budget recommendation for the City of Austin Fiscal Year Budget 25-26 regarding Funds for Senior Transportation Programs. Discussion …
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Commission on Aging Recommendation Number: (20250312-10): Increase Funding for Homeless Strategy Office WHEREAS, the City of Austin Demographer has provided information that the aging population in Austin is the fastest growing segment of our city, currently representing 10.8% of our population1; and WHEREAS, in 2024 over 27.6% of our unhomed population in Austin was 50 years of age or older2; and WHEREAS, homelessness decreases a person’s life expectancy and unhouse people over 50 tend to present as much older medically and have a greater need for social services than other unhomed populations3; and WHEREAS, while Austin leads the nation in new affordable housing construction4, in order to address the dynamic and multifaceted natures of poverty, homelessness, and housing instability as well as to accelerate access to concrete supports, dismantle systemic inequities, and mitigate barriers to healthy living, individuals and families, especially older adults and their caregivers with low incomes need access to safe, stable, and affordable housing bolstered by wraparound supportive services5; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Commission on Aging encourages the Austin City Council to approve additional funds and explore all available means to provide additional social services funding for the Homeless Strategy Office to allow them to better serve homeless people over 50 years of age in Austin. Date of Approval: _____________________________ Record of the vote: (Unanimous on a 7-0 vote, 4-3 vote with names of those voting no listed) 1 “Age of Change, Austin’s Transforming Demographics 2010-2010”, City of Austin Planning Department, Published September 2023 and Updated August 2024. 2 “State of the HRS, A Report on the State of the Homelessness Response System in Austin/Travis County,” ECHO, August 2024, p. 11. 3 “State of the HRS, A Report on the State of the Homelessness Response System in Austin/Travis County,” ECHO, August 2024, p. 11. 4 https://www.kut.org/housing/2025-02-18/austin-tx-affordable-housing-construction-study 5 https://acf.gov/ocs/programs/ahssd Attest: _____________________________________________ (Staff or board member can sign)
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Commission on Aging Recommendation Number: (20250312-11): Funds for Senior Transportation Programs WHEREAS, the City of Austin Demographer has provided information that the aging population in Austin is the fastest growing segment of our city, currently representing 10.8% of our population1; and WHEREAS, according to the National Aging and Disability Transportation Center, as the nation’s aging population continues to rise – with 1 in every 5 Americans expected to be 65+ by 2020 – the provision of safe and accessible transportation options remains a top concern of older adults, caregivers and the communities where they live2; and WHEREAS, older adults and those with a disability who cannot secure rides to social events can feel isolated from their communities, which puts them at risk for depression and cognitive decline3; and WHEREAS, according to City of Austin transportation data in 2022, less than 50% of our population has access to innovative public transit service or is within one quarter mile of regular fixed route transit4, lack of access is even more difficult for older adults and people with disabilities as they often need door to door services; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Commission on Aging encourages the Austin City Council to fund $250,000 in Austin Public Health’s Social Services grant funds annually specifically for older adult transportation programs, to insure our older adults and those with disabilities have access to medical appointments, food and necessities as well as social interaction to prevent isolation. 1 “Age of Change, Austin’s Transforming Demographics 2010-2010”, City of Austin Planning Department, Published September 2023 and Updated August 2024. 2 https://www.nadtc.org/about/transportation-aging-disability/unique-issues-related-to-older-adults-and- transportation/ 3 “How Access to Affordable Transportation Leads to Better Health Outcomes for Older Adults”, National Council on Aging, June 17, 2024. 4 https://data.austintexas.gov/Transportation-and-Mobility/M-C-3_Percentage-of-population-that-has-access-to- /p3t8-4eip Page 1 of 2 Date of Approval: _____________________________ Record of the vote: () Attest: _____________________________________________ (Staff or board member can sign) Page 2 of 2
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Commission on Aging Recommendation Number: (20250312-12): In Home Care for Older Adults WHEREAS, 9.5% of Austin’s population are 65 years of age or over (91,033) and 19.3% of Austin’s population are 55 years or over (185,570)1; and WHEREAS, most Americans want to age in their homes. In fact, in a survey from 2024, 75 percent of U.S. adults aged over 50 years said they would like to reside in their current residence for as long as possible2; and WHEREAS, in home care for older adults is an effective upstream solution for older adults, often preventing them from being unhoused. WHEREAS, in home care is typically less expensive than assisted living if the older adult needs 40 hours or less of paid home care each week3; and WHEREAS, nationwide over 3 million people received home health care in 20204; and WHEREAS, Austinites can expect to pay an average of $4,576 per month for home health care5; and WHEREAS, compared to the other three major Texas cities, the cost of home health care in Austin is higher6; and WHEREAS, Medicaid reimbursement for in home health care in Austin is $10.60 per hour, which is not a living wage; and WHEREAS, starting salary at McDonald’s in Austin is $11.00 per hour7; and 1 Austin Demographic Data Hub | Open Data | City of Austin Texas 2 Home care in the U.S. - Statistics & Facts | Statista 3 In-Home Care vs. Assisted Living Costs | Seniors Guide 4 FastStats - Home Health Care 5 Cost of Long Term Care by State | Cost of Care Report | Carescout 6 Home Care in Austin, TX | HomeCare.org NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Commission on Aging encourages the Austin City Council to fund and explore all available means to provide reimbursement for in home care for older adults in Austin, including but not limited to adding applicable coverage provisions on in home care to City employee assistance programs or insurance plans. Date of Approval: _____________________________ Record of the vote: (Unanimous on a 7-0 vote, 4-3 vote with names of those voting no listed) Attest: _____________________________________________ (Staff or board member can sign) 7 McDonald's salaries in Austin, TX: How much does McDonald's pay? | Indeed.com
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Commission on Aging Recommendation Number: 20240312-13: Home Delivered Meals for Older Adults WHEREAS, in fiscal year 2023/2024 the City of Austin removed funding for home delivered meals from the Safety Net Funding; and WHEREAS, prior to that, the City of Austin had consistently funded home delivered meals for older adults and people with disabilities since the 1970’s; and WHEREAS, Austin’s older adult population represents 10.8% of the total population1 and the median age of Austin’s older adults is 72.7 years2; and WHEREAS, greater than 30% of Austin’s older adult population include groups that are historically underserved: • Asian older adults represent 7.4% of 105,467 Austin’s older adults, • Black older adults represent 8.6% of 105,467 Austin’s older adults, • Hispanic older adults represent 20.5% of 105,467 Austin’s older adults, • Non-Hispanic or White older adults represent 60.8% of 105,467 Austin’s older adults3; and WHEREAS, of Austin’s older adults, 27.6% are individuals living with a disability and 9.5% are living below poverty.4 WHEREAS, despite Austin’s increase in the older adult population, increasing at a growth rate of 64.7% between 2010 and 2020 (from 55,695 in 2010, or 7.0% of population to 91,733 in 2020, or 9.5% of the population)5 City funding of older adult programs is less than of other cities of comparable size; and 1 U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 1-year estimates and 2020 decennial census. 2 Ibid. 3 Ibid. 4 U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 1-year estimates 5 https://demographics-austin.hub.arcgis.com/apps/a4e31fc68d37449b8e3c044e249699bc/explore WHEREAS, people who are unable to prepare their own meals or are enduring economic hardships, home delivered meals are an upstream solution, helping them to stay in their homes, living with dignity and independence. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Commission on Aging encourages the Austin City Council to fund home delivered meals in the amount of $700,000. Date of Approval: _____________________________ Record of the vote: Attest: _____________________________________________ (Staff or board member can sign)
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Commission on Aging Recommendation Number: (20250312-14): Native American & Indigenous Community Commission WHEREAS, out of the sixty-seven City of Austin Boards and Commissions, none are focused on representing the needs of Native Americans and Indigenous communities1; and WHEREAS, all the City of Austin land was originally populated by local tribes, particularly the Coahuiltecan peoples and later the Chickasaw, Cherokee, Comanche, Delaware, Lipan Apache and Tonkawa with the acknowledgement that many tribes, known and unknown have resided and migrated on these lands and region over time; and WHEREAS, the local group, Great Promise for Native Americans has identified local members of the Native American & Indigenous Community interested in serving on such a commission; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Commission on Aging encourages the Austin City Council to create a Native American & Indigenous Community Commission, comprised of eleven members for the purpose of advising and consulting with City Council on all matters that impact the Native American and Indigenous community, including preserving culture, economic development, education, and health & wellness. The commission shall evaluate and recommend programs, policies, and practices that create a positive impact; determine the needs of Native Americans and the Indigenous community in Austin and advise Council regarding these needs; and promote the contributions of Native Americans and the Indigenous community to the cultural, economic, and historical value of Austin. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Commission on Aging requests the Austin City Council to direct that commissioners are representatives from any of these groups, as well as federally and state recognized tribal members: • Great Promise for American Indians, • Central Texas Cherokee Township, • Chickasaw Community Council of Central Texas, • Native American HEART, and • Native American and Indigenous Collective. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Commission on Aging requests that the Austin City Council allows the commission to review its membership and community participation after the first 1 Boards and Commissions | AustinTexas.gov two years of operation and determine if additional representation from the Native American and Indigenous community groups is required. Date of Approval: _____________________________ Record of the vote: (Unanimous on a 7-0 vote, 4-3 vote with names of those voting no listed) Attest: _____________________________________________ (Staff or board member can sign)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 BYLAWS OF THE COMMISSION ON AGING ARTICLE 1. NAME. The name of the board is COMMISSION ON AGING ARTICLE 2. PURPOSE AND DUTIES. The purpose of the board is to serve as an advisory board to the council concerning the quality of life for older adults in the Austin area and to help ensure they are productive, independent, and healthy. ARTICLE 3. MEMBERSHIP. (A) The board is composed of fifteen members. Two members are nominated by the Mayor and each council member nominates one member. One member is appointed by Travis County Commissioners Court. One member is appointed by the Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area. One member is appointed by Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority. (B) The commission should include members who are representatives of or sensitive to the needs of the older adult population. Members should have substantive knowledge on issues concerning older adults including but not limited to health, affordable housing, basic needs, transportation, social engagement and inclusion, and caregiver support. The commission should be inclusive and represent a diversity of ethnicity, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, socioeconomic status, and national origin; and include older adults who are representatives of the Austin community. (C) A member serves at the pleasure of the appointing body. (D) City appointed board members serve for a term of four years beginning March 1st on the year of appointment. County-appointed board members serve for a term of two years beginning in February of the year of appointment. The tenure of a board member nominated by a council member runs concurrently with the tenure of the city council member who nominated the member. (E) An individual board member may not act in an official capacity except through the action of the board. (F) A board member who is absent for three consecutive regular meetings or one-third of all regular meetings in a “rolling” twelve-month timeframe automatically vacates the member’s position subject to the holdover provisions in Section 2-1-27 of the City Code. This does not apply to an absence due to illness or injury of the board member, an illness or injury of …
