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Library CommissionApril 27, 2020

April Director's Report original pdf

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April 2020 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS HIghlights ____________________________________________________________________ 3 Facilities Services _____________________________________________________________ 5 FY2018 Bond Program Summary ____________________________________________________________ 5 FY2012 Bond Program Summary ____________________________________________________________ 7 Cepeda Branch / Hampton Branch (Site/Civil) Report ___________________________________________ 12 Faulk Building / Austin History Center Monthly Report ___________________________________________ 14 Interior Renovations Monthly Report _________________________________________________________ 16 Roof Replacements & Systems Upgrades Monthly Report________________________________________ 18 Austin History Center _________________________________________________________ 20 Library Priorities _____________________________________________________________ 22 Literacy Advancement ____________________________________________________________________ 22 Digital Inclusion & STEM __________________________________________________________________ 22 Equity, Diversity & Inclusion ________________________________________________________________ 22 Civic and Community Engagement __________________________________________________________ 22 Staff Development _______________________________________________________________________ 23 Workforce and Economic Development _______________________________________________________ 23 APL By the Numbers __________________________________________________________ 24 Performance Indicators for February _________________________________________________________ 24 Revenue _______________________________________________________________________________ 24 Volunteers ______________________________________________________________________________ 24 HIGHLIGHTS 3 Our doors are closed, but our collections are open! In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, all Austin Public Library locations, The Austin History Center and Recycled Reads are closed to the public. While we can’t visit with you in person, we encourage you to visit Austin Public Library’s Virtual Library and take advantage of the many digital resources available for all our customers. Access Virtual Resources Take advantage of the library’s eCard. This card provides access to the library’s digital materials and can be acquired without visiting a library location. (The card is free for Austin residents and costs $22 for non-resident.) To apply visit: https://library.austintexas.gov/mylibrarycard All Ages Virtual Resources Austin Public Library’s Virtual Library provides all-ages access to eBooks, audiobooks, eLearning, entertainment, magazines and newspapers, homework help, and research and databases. Looking for another good book, but having trouble narrowing it down? Let the Library tailor a list to your interests. Please not that while the library remains closed, we will only recommend titles that are available through the Virtual Library: https://library.austintexas.gov/recommended/personal-picks The following service extensions have been added to virtual resources: KANOPY – play credits extended to 5 per month CLOUDLIBRARY – checkouts extended to 10 days HOOPLA – checkouts extended to 5 per month ANCESTRY LIBRARY EDITION access from home for a limited time FOUNDATION DIRECTORY ONLINE – access from home for a limited time Service Changes The following service changes are effective until further notice: Due dates for items due during the closure have been extended and will be modified as needed while the Austin Public Library remains closed. All programs and events at libraries are CANCELED, such as story times, club meetings, community …

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Library CommissionApril 27, 2020

draft FY21 Library Budget Recommendation original pdf

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LIBRARY COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20200427-3b: Support for Austin Public Library FY21 Budget Seconded By: Date: April 27, 2020 Subject: Support for Austin Public Library FY21 Budget Motioned By: Recommendation Support for Austin Public Library proposed budget for FY2021 Description of Recommendation to Council Requesting that the Austin City Council vote in favor of the proposed Austin Public Library budget of $54,414,837 for FY2021, an increase of 3.2% or $1,729,176 million from FY20, including an increase to the materials budget by 3.6% or $168,653. Rationale: Libraries will get you through times of no money better than money will get you through times of no libraries. - Anne Herbert The Austin Public Library is a vital part of the City of Austin and it continues to make a significant contribution to Culture and Lifelong Learning in the City. APL operates and maintains 20 branches, Central Library, Austin History Center, Recycled Reads and a Bookmobile and hosts over 250,000 visits a month. APL provides cardholders access to over 1.5 million items, including conventional and digital format books, magazines, periodicals, music, films and online databases. APL also provides innovative programming. The Urban Libraries Council recently announced APL as one of 10 Top Innovators during the 2019 Innovations Celebration held in Salt Lake City. During the current shelter-in-place, APL has continued to provide Austin residents free access to a wealth of digital materials including e-books, audio books, e-learning, homework help, and entertainment, including its Electric Lady Bird digital music streaming program, which delivers commercial-free, curated music from Central Texas artists. APL also continues to provide staff development training to support the ability of all employees to provide a welcoming, equitable, and safe environment for customers even during the shelter-in-place order. APL’s Organizational Development Office is linking staff with online training opportunities related to COVID-19. Examples include: Public Libraries Respond to COVID-19; Innovative Solutions in Times of Crisis; Why and How to Promote Your Online Services During the Quarantine; Serving Patrons in Crisis; and Preparing Your Digital Branch for Increased Use. 1 of 2 In keeping with the City of Austin’s hiring freeze, the APL proposed budget does not include any additional FTEs. The proposed budget includes a 3.6% increase in the budget for materials, including digital materials, subscriptions and databases. These increases are necessary to keep up with inflation, the increasing cost of materials, and Austin’s population growth, which is currently averaging 1.5% per year. The …

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Human Rights CommissionApril 27, 2020

DRAFT Recommendation 20200427 002a i original pdf

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BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Human Rights Commission Recommendation Number: : Fiscal Year 2021 Budget WHEREAS, the Human Rights Commission of the City of Austin (“Commission”) advocates on behalf of human rights for all people in the City of Austin (“City”); and WHEREAS, the City Council adopted Strategic Direction 2023, including the strategic outcomes of Economic Opportunity and Affordability; Mobility; Safety; Health and Environment; Culture and Lifelong Learning; and Government That Works for All; and WHEREAS, the Commission conducted a Budget Engagement Community Forum on February 24, 2020 during the regularly scheduled meeting to receive feedback from the community on budget priorities; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Human Rights Commission recommends the City Council to give careful consideration to the following Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Proposal: WHEREAS, Brook with TRAPPNCODE, provided testimony that her organization investigates corporations evading taxes and engaging in housing and employment discrimination in Austin, Texas, and found that 33 families on average per day are subject to illegal evictions; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Human Rights Commission Request the Austin City Council: Audit property owners and review complaints of evictions and; Ensure all procedures and steps in the eviction process were followed and; Red flag and take action against properties and property owners that are violating and evading the regulated eviction process.

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Human Rights CommissionApril 27, 2020

DRAFT Recommendation 20200427 002a ii original pdf

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BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Human Rights Commission Recommendation Number: : Fiscal Year 2021 Budget WHEREAS, the Human Rights Commission of the City of Austin (“Commission”) advocates on behalf of human rights for all people in the City of Austin (“City”); and WHEREAS, the City Council adopted Strategic Direction 2023, including the strategic outcomes of Economic Opportunity and Affordability; Mobility; Safety; Health and Environment; Culture and Lifelong Learning; and Government That Works for All; and WHEREAS, the Commission conducted a Budget Engagement Community Forum on February 24, 2020 during the regularly scheduled meeting to receive feedback from the community on budget priorities; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Human Rights Commission recommends the City Council to give careful consideration to the following Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Proposal: WHEREAS, Ivanna Neri, Director, Family Independence Initiative, provided testimony that her organization has tracked 380 families in Austin, Texas, and found that families that are provided funds directly with no restrictions on the use of the funds, eventually experience an aggregate 25% raise in their incomes; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Human Rights Commission Request the Austin City Council: Reallocate $1 million dollars from existing social services contracts to direct and unrestricted cash transfers to 500 families struggling with poverty as a way to advance their social and economic mobility.

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Historic Landmark CommissionApril 27, 2020

A.1 - 1119 E. 11th Street - preliminary plans original pdf

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1119 East 11th Preliminary Direction March 19, 2020 Heritage Tree 36” Oak 1950s Addition Non-Permitted Slab-On Grade Addition Major Powers House Original 1912 Pier + Beam Structure with Wrap-Around Porch Existing Conditions Project1119 East 11th Austin . Texas 78702ClientNeema + Pedram AminiDateMarch 19, 2020Image TitleDesign Firm © 2020Magic Architecture7712 Lazy LaneAustin, Texas 78757 Zoning Envelope / “Tent” The current CS-1-H-NCC-NP MU Zoning would require any new construction to comply with Compatibility Setbacks and SubChapter E Design Standards. The buildable envelope is rendered in yellow, stepping up towards East 11th Street. The Maximum Height is 42 Feet. Any new structures would be required to be placed along the major frontage (E. 11th Street) and have sidewalk canopies and overhangs. Heritage Tree Protected Root Zone Tree will not be allowed to be removed. Critical Root Zone will limit any new development. Change of Use Parking Impacts Any change to the use of the property would require paving most of the existing lot to meet minimum City of Austin required parking spaces. Existing House with Zoning Envelope + Heritage Tree Impacted Area Project1119 East 11th Austin . Texas 78702ClientNeema + Pedram AminiDateMarch 19, 2020Image TitleDesign Firm © 2020Magic Architecture7712 Lazy LaneAustin, Texas 78757 Zoning Impacts The Zoning tent and SubChapter E force the new develop- ment to occur towards the Street, creating design challenges with the exisitng Historic Home and it’s scale. Heritage Tree Protected Root Zone Tree will not be allowed to be removed. Critical Root Zone will limit any new development. Very Limited Parking Area Limited Site Area to re-locate Historic Home on property Site Constraints Project1119 East 11th Austin . Texas 78702ClientNeema + Pedram AminiDateMarch 19, 2020Image TitleDesign Firm © 2020Magic Architecture7712 Lazy LaneAustin, Texas 78757 Preserve the Heritage Tree Demolish the House The applicant wishes to remove the Historic Zoning and demolish the House due to it’s poor condition and in-ability to be restored. Demolition and Removal of Historic Zoning Project1119 East 11th Austin . Texas 78702ClientNeema + Pedram AminiDateMarch 19, 2020Image TitleDesign Firm © 2020Magic Architecture7712 Lazy LaneAustin, Texas 78757 New Building A new 3-Story Mixed Use Building will be built to current codes and E. 11th Street Guidelines. Enhanced Retail Floor The retail floor at grade will be primarily made of glass with views into the property and Heritage Tree. V i e w Heritage Tree Protected A garden or deck will be built around the tree …

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Historic Landmark CommissionApril 27, 2020

D.7 - 1519 E Cesar Chavez - Citizen Comment (2) original pdf

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From: To: Subject: Date: Molly omelchuck PAZ Preservation ATTN: Angela Gaudette Monday, April 27, 2020 11:49:35 AM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Case Number: GF 20-041544 – 1519 E. Cesar Chavez St Contact: Angela Gaudette (512) 974-3393 Public Hearing: Historic Landmark Commission, Apr. 27, 2020 Molly Omelchuck Affected Address: 99 Comal St., Austin, TX 78702 Date: 4/27/20 I object Comments: The structure proposed to be demolished is a charming old building in excellent functioning condition. It has been a part of the East Cesar Chavez corridor for decades and fits right in. I oppose it’s demolition. Additionally, the businesses therein will be displaced, which is an additional negative. Signed, Molly Omelchuck Sent from Mail for Windows 10 CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to CSIRT@austintexas.gov.

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Historic Landmark CommissionApril 27, 2020

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Library CommissionApril 27, 2020

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HIV Planning CouncilApril 27, 2020

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Human Rights CommissionApril 27, 2020

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Historic Landmark CommissionApril 27, 2020

D.1 - 1001 Lott - Citizen comment (received late) original pdf

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I am participating in this meeting as a neighbor within 500 ft. of the proposed demolition of a church located at 1001 Lott Ave. After speaking to Ms. Gaudette of the Planning and Zoning Department, I understand that the building itself does not meet the requirements necessary for preservation however, I wanted to use this opportunity to speak for myself and my neighbors who would like consideration to be paid to the history and culture of the neighborhood by the builders who will ultimately be demolishing this building. I haven’t lived in this neighborhood for that long in comparison to some of the families I have seen leave the neighborhood, selling their single‐story, single‐family homes to builders who have demolished them and replaced them with two‐story, two‐unit modern architecture homes, cheaply and quickly built. The black and latino families I have known and met and interacted with are becoming sparse in this neighborhood, which I understand is an issue facing all of Austin. The building that is being demolished is a Spanish speaking church with long‐ standing ties to this neighborhood and is just another sign of the diminishing presence of minorities in our neighborhood, East Austin, and Austin as a whole. Churches, community buildings, and residences are being demolished all over our neighborhood, to be replaced with out‐of‐character architecture. The Capital Metro #2 was removed from our neighborhood last year, further alienating those in our neighborhood who need access to public transportation to get to their churches and community buildings, likely contributing to the need for this congregation to move since a bus stop was less than 20 feet away from this church. With the congregation not able to access the church with public transportation, it likely was a reason to sell. I understand that this building does not meet the requirements for preservation status but it is a tragedy to demolish this building and replace it with irrelevant residential buildings. When I moved onto my street, it had only single‐story, single‐family homes. And in the past year, we now have 10 new two‐story, two units per lot on five lots, with two more to come shortly. For a street that has only 35 lots, this has significant impact on the culture of our street. The demolition of this church will surely add more units to our streets, continuing to dilute the culture of our neighborhood. I’m using this …

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Human Rights CommissionApril 27, 2020

20200427 002a (i): FY 2021 Budget Evictions in Travis County original pdf

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Recommendation

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Human Rights CommissionApril 27, 2020

20200427 002a (ii): FY 2021 Budget Financial Assistance for families in Travis County original pdf

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Recommendation

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Library CommissionApril 27, 2020

20200427-3b: Support for Austin Public Library FY21 Budget original pdf

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LIBRARY COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20200427-3b: Support for Austin Public Library FY21 Budget Seconded By: Commission Member Dabbert Date: April 27, 2020 Subject: Support for Austin Public Library FY21 Budget Motioned By: Commission Member Williams Recommendation Support for Austin Public Library proposed budget for FY2021 Description of Recommendation to Council Requesting that the Austin City Council vote in favor of the proposed Austin Public Library budget of $54,414,837 for FY2021, an increase of 3.2% or $1,729,176 million from FY20, including an increase to the materials budget by 3.6% or $168,653. Rationale: Libraries will get you through times of no money better than money will get you through times of no libraries. - Anne Herbert The Austin Public Library is a vital part of the City of Austin and it continues to make a significant contribution to Culture and Lifelong Learning in the City. APL operates and maintains 20 branches, Central Library, Austin History Center, Recycled Reads and a Bookmobile and hosts over 250,000 visits a month. APL provides cardholders access to over 1.5 million items, including conventional and digital format books, magazines, periodicals, music, films and online databases. APL also provides innovative programming. The Urban Libraries Council recently announced APL as one of 10 Top Innovators during the 2019 Innovations Celebration held in Salt Lake City. During the current shelter-in-place, APL has continued to provide Austin residents free access to a wealth of digital materials including e-books, audio books, e-learning, homework help, and entertainment, including its Electric Lady Bird digital music streaming program, which delivers commercial-free, curated music from Central Texas artists. APL also continues to provide staff development training to support the ability of all employees to provide a welcoming, equitable, and safe environment for customers even during the shelter-in-place order. APL’s Organizational Development Office is linking staff with online training opportunities related to COVID-19. Examples include: Public Libraries Respond to COVID-19; Innovative Solutions in Times of Crisis; Why and How to Promote Your Online Services During the Quarantine; Serving Patrons in Crisis; and Preparing Your Digital Branch for Increased Use. 1 of 2 In keeping with the City of Austin’s hiring freeze, the APL proposed budget does not include any additional FTEs. The proposed budget includes a 3.6% increase in the budget for materials, including digital materials, subscriptions and databases. These increases are necessary to keep up with inflation, the increasing cost of materials, and Austin’s population growth, which is …

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Historic Landmark CommissionApril 27, 2020

Approved Minutes original pdf

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Historic Landmark Commission April 27, 2020 The Historic Landmark Commission meeting will be held April 27, 2020 with social distancing modifications. Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (no later than Sunday, April 26th by noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the April 27, 2020 Historic Landmark Commission meeting, residents must:  Call or email the board liaison at preservation@austintexas.gov or (512) 974-1264 no later than noon on Sunday, April 26th. The information required is the speaker name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, and a telephone number or email address.  Once a request to speak has been called in or emailed to the board liaison, residents will receive either an email or phone call providing the telephone number to call on the day of the scheduled meeting.  Speakers must call in at least 15 minutes prior to the meeting start in order to speak (not later than 5:45 p.m.). Late callers will not be accepted and will not be able to speak.  Speakers will be placed in a queue until their time to speak.  Handouts or other information may be emailed to preservation@austintexas.gov no later than noon on Sunday, April 26th. This information will be provided to commissioners in advance of the meeting.  Residents may watch the meeting here: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Monday, April 27, 2020 - 6:00 p.m. Regular Meeting NOTE: This meeting will be conducted remotely via teleconference. Please see the special notes attached for how to participate. COMMISSION MEMBERS: ___x__ Emily Reed, Chair __x____ Kelly Little ___x___ Beth Valenzuela, Vice Chair __x____ Trey McWhorter ___x___ Witt Featherston __x____ Terri Myers ___x___ Ben Heimsath __abs__ Alex Papavasiliou __abs__ Mathew Jacob __x____ Blake Tollett ___x___ Kevin Koch AGENDA CALL TO ORDER 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. February 23, 2020. B. October 22, 2018 (Correction of previously approved minutes). MOTION: Approve minutes from February 23, 2020 and October 22, 2018 by Reed, Tollett seconds. Vote: 8-0-1, Myers off the dais. 2. PRESENTATIONS, DISCUSSION, AND POSSIBLE ACTION None. The Parks and Recreation Department briefing on Oakwood Cemetery will be scheduled for May. 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS MOTION: Approve items 1A, 1B, A2, A3, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B10, B11, B12, C2, C3, C4, C5, C6, C7, …

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Human Rights CommissionApril 27, 2020

Approved Minutes original pdf

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REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, April 27, 2020 HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION MINUTES The Human Rights Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, April 27, 2020 via teleconference in Austin, Texas. Chair Sareta Davis called the Board Meeting to order at 3:05 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Chair Davis, Vice Chair Caballero, Commissioner Breckenridge, Commissioner Garry Brown, Commissioner Jamarr Brown, Commissioner Casas, Commissioner Griffith, and Commissioner Museitif. Staff in Attendance: Jonathan Babiak, Human Resources Coordinator, Human Resources Department 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes from the regular meeting of February 24, 2020 were approved on a vote of 7-0: Commissioner Garry Brown motion, Chair Davis second. Voting in favor were Chair Davis, Vice Chair Caballero, Commissioner Breckenridge, Commissioner Garry Brown, Commissioner Jamarr Brown, Commissioner Griffith, and Commissioner Museitif. Commissioner Casas, Commissioner Santana, Commissioner Weigel, and Commissioner White were absent. 2. OLD BUSINESS a. COMMUNITY FORUM The commission will conduct a forum on community priorities for the 2020-2021 City of Austin budget. The commission may take action concerning recommendations related to the budget. (Davis/Caballero) i. Evictions in Travis County The Commission discussed this item and worked informally to finalize the recommendation. After the draft was finalized, Chair Davis moved for adoption, Commissioner Jamarr Brown second. The Commission adopted the recommendation on a vote of 7-0. Voting in favor were Chair Davis, Vice Chair Caballero, Commissioner Breckenridge, Commissioner Garry Brown, Commissioner Jamarr Brown, Commissioner Griffith, and Commissioner Museitif. Commissioner Casas, Commissioner Santana, Commissioner Weigel, and Commissioner White were absent. ii. Financial assistance for families in Travis County The Commission discussed this item and worked informally to finalize the recommendation. After the draft was finalized, Chair Davis moved for adoption, Commissioner Museitif second. The Commission adopted the recommendation on a 1 vote of 8-0. Voting in favor were Chair Davis, Vice Chair Caballero, Commissioner Breckenridge, Commissioner Garry Brown, Commissioner Jamarr Brown, Commissioner Casas, Commissioner Griffith, and Commissioner Museitif. Commissioner Santana, Commissioner Weigel, and Commissioner White were absent. 3. NEW BUSINESS a. Discussion and possible action regarding new commissioner assignments to the Joint Inclusion Committee (Davis/Caballero) Chair Davis moved to send to Mayor and Council the nomination of Commissioner Jamarr Brown to serve on the Joint Inclusion Committee as the primary representative of the Human Rights Commission, Commissioner Breckenridge second. Commissioner Jamarr Brown accepted the nomination. The motion was adopted on a vote of 8-0. Voting in favor were Chair Davis, Vice Chair Caballero, Commissioner Breckenridge, …

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Library CommissionApril 27, 2020

Approved Minutes original pdf

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Library Commission Meeting Minutes 27 April, 2020 REGULAR MEETING 27 April, 2020 THE LIBRARY COMMISSION MINUTES The Library Commission convened in a Regular Meeting on Monday, April 27, 2020 via videoconferencing. Chair Hanna called the Board Meeting to order at 3:04 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Chair, Catherine Hanna; Vice Chair, Steven Self; Commission Members Julia Aguilar, Patricia Dabbert, JC Dwyer, Deborah Pardo-Kaplan, Daniella Ramos, and Chad Williams Board Members Absent: none Citizen Communication: None 1. Approval of Minutes from the February 24, 2020 Regular Meeting: The minutes of the regular meeting were approved on Commission Member Aguilar’s motion and Commission Member Ramos’ second on an 8-0 vote. 2. Staff Briefing: FY21 Proposed Budget Wendy Harrison, Financial Manager II, presented the Austin Public Library FY21 proposed budget. 3. Old Business a. Discussion and possible action on a Fine Free Libraries Working Group Recommendation No action taken. b. Discussion and possible action on an FY21 Library Budget Recommendation Recommendation 20200427-3b: Support for Austin Public Library FY21 Budget was approved on Commission Member Williams’ motion and Commission Member Dabbert’s second on an 8- 0 vote. 4. New Business: a. Election of Officers: Elections for Chair – Commission Member Dabbert nominated Chair Hanna with a second by Commission Member Williams. Having no other nominations, Catherine Hanna was elected Chair on an 8-0 vote. Library Commission Meeting Minutes 27 April, 2020 Elections for Vice Chair – Chair Hanna nominated Vice Chair Self for Vice Chair with a second by Commission Member Ramos. Having no other nominations, Steven Self was elected Vice Chair on an 8-0 vote. Elections for Parliamentarian – The Parliamentarian position will be left open for now. 5. Discussion of Director’s Monthly Report for April 2020 covering programming highlights, facilities, and APL priorities Director Weeks went over the Library’s phased re-opening plans. 6. Future Agenda Items Commission Retreat Update on Recycled Reads Plans Adjournment: Chair Hanna adjourned the meeting at 4:23 p.m. without objection.

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South Central Waterfront Advisory BoardApril 24, 2020

Agenda original pdf

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Special Meeting of the “South Central Waterfront Advisory Board” April 24, 2020 South Central Waterfront Advisory Board to be held on April 24, 2020, with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (Thursday, April 23 by Noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the April 24 South Central Waterfront Advisory Board Meeting, residents must:    Call or email the board liaison at (512)-974-3362 or Sravya.garladenne@austintexas.gov no later than noon, April 23 (the day before the meeting). The information required is the speaker name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, and a telephone number or email address.  Once a request to speak has been called in or emailed to the board liaison, residents will receive either an email or phone call providing the telephone number to call on the day of the scheduled meeting. Speakers must call in at least 30 minutes prior to meeting start in order to speak, late callers will not be accepted and will not be able to speak. Speakers will be placed in a queue until their time to speak.  Handouts or other information may be emailed to Sravya.garladenne@austintexas.gov by Noon the day before the scheduled meeting. This information will be provided to Board and Commission members in advance of the meeting. 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 before the meeting date. For information, please contact Sravya Garladenne in the Planning and Zoning Department at sravya.garladenne@austintexas.gov or (512) 974-3362. TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. SOUTH CENTRAL WATERFRONT ADVISORY BOARD SPECIAL CALLED MEETING FRIDAY, APRIL 24, 2020 AT 1:00 PM VIA VIDEOCONFERENCING Board Members: ___ Chair Samuel Franco (Design Commission) ___ Vice Chair Lynn Kurth (Mayor & District 9 Appointee) ___ Greg Anderson (Planning Commission) ___ Linda Guerrero (Environmental Commission) ___ Francoise Luca (Parks & Recreation Board) ___ Karen Paup (Affordable Housing Rep) ___ Wendy Price Todd (S. River City NA) ___ Cory Walton (Bouldin Creek NA) ___ Alfred Godfrey (Trail Foundation) Ex Officios: ___ Vacant (NHCD) ___ Nazlie …

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South Central Waterfront Advisory BoardApril 24, 2020

Item 2.a.: EDD+Consultant Presentation_Economic Development Entity original pdf

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South Central Waterfront Briefing Austin Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) Task 3: Presentation on Organizational Development Plan Matthew Kwatinetz Q Partners April 2020 Agenda  Scope for Creating a new Economic Development Organization  Update: Austin Economic Development Corporation  Proposal: South Central Waterfront  Next Steps 2 Scope: Creating an EDO for Austin 3 Timeline and Scope Review: SOW  Task 1: Engagement Kick-off and Team Formation (Dec) Review of Materials Interviews  Task 2: Research and Benchmarking (Dec-Jan) Expanded precedent document review and broad research Benchmarks nationally and in Texas  Task 3: Initial Proposal to Staff, Stakeholders and Leadership (March) Initial Proposal (“Straw Person”) to kick-off discussion (this presentation) Refined Proposal based on Staff, Council Member and Project Team feedback  Task 4: Presentation and Recommendations (April/May)       4 Task 1: Kick-Off Meetings (40+ interviews) Most meetings were conducted Dec 9, 10, and 11 in Austin’s City Hall. Council member meetings were delayed due to LDC conversations and conducted via phone in January.     City of Austin Elected Officials and/or Policy Staff: CM Tovo, CM Alter, CM Pool, CM Kitchen, CM Flannigan, CM Casar, Mayor Pro Tem Garza, Mayor Adler City of Austin Department Staff: City Manager, Asst. CM; Economic Development Department; EDD Cultural Arts Division; Redevelopment Division; EDD Strategy & Int’l; EDD Music & Entertainment Division; Planning and Project Group EDD; COA Planning; Neighborhood Housing & Community Development (AHCD) and AHFC; Real Estate & Finance; Law Department Inter-Governmental: County Commissioner Travillion, Office of the Judge of Travis County, County Commissioner Shea, University of Texas, Capital Metro, CAMPO, Austin Community College, Austin Independent School District, State Senator Watson, Texas Council on Economic Development, City of San Antonio Stakeholders and Anchors: Capital City Innovation, Downtown Austin Alliance, Red River Cultural District, Austin Cultural Alliance, Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce, Urban Land Institute, Perkins+Will, Austin Community Foundation, Affordable Central Texas, Housing Authority of the City of Austin (”HACA”) with HACA, AAHC, NHCD, AHFC Note: David Colligan, Interim Assistant Director of EDD, was in all meetings 5 Task 2 & Task 3  Precedent document review and broad research (Dec – Feb)  Benchmarks Nationally & Peer Cities (Jan – Feb)  Texas Case Studies and Texas Law Review (Jan – Feb)  Initial “Straw Person” Briefings with COA and Council (Feb-Mar)  Follow-up Stakeholder Meetings (Feb – Mar)  EDD, CMO, Council …

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South Central Waterfront Advisory BoardApril 24, 2020

Item 2.a.: SCW Packet for EDD Development Corporation Entity original pdf

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South Central Waterfront Advisory Board Meeting March 16, 2020 Agenda Item 2.F. - Update on EDD/Consultant for Development Corporation Entity & Potential Special Called Meeting South Central Waterfront 2.f. Update on EDD/Consultant for Development Corporation Entity & Potential Special Called Meeting Corporation Entity & Potential Special Called Meeting Corporation Entity & Potential Special Called Meeting Updated: March 12, 2020 T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F CONTENTS WHAT’S NEW WHAT’S NEW WHAT’S NEW 2.f. 2.f. 2.f. Materials distributed to participants of the Materials distributed to participants of the Materials distributed to participants of the March 5, 2020 SCW Waterfront Bus Tour March 5, 2020 SCW Waterfront Bus Tour March 5, 2020 SCW Waterfront Bus Tour with EDD/Consultant for Development with EDD/Consultant for Development with EDD/Consultant for Development Corporation Entity Corporation Entity Corporation Entity A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D MARCH 5, 2020: S CW BU S TOU R ECONOMIC DEVELO PM ENT D EPARTMENT/ECONOMI C D EVELOPMENT ENTI TY DI S C USS I O N * Provide overview of the 2016 South Central Waterfront D D D D * Provide overview of the 2016 South Central Waterfront * Provide overview of the 2016 South Central Waterfront * Highlight four key recomendations which exemplify the master plan & the SCW District PU RP OSE OF TOUR: range of potential p3 projects that create affordable housing, urban trail infrastructure, high-capacity transit, and park/ plaza/placemaking * Consider role of an economic development entity to facilitate p3 and project delivery A A A A F F F F 1 2 R R R R T T T T 4 3 1 MARCH 5, 2020: S CW BU S TOU R ECONOMIC DEVELO PM ENT D EPARTMENT/ECONOMI C D EVELOPMENT ENTI TY DI S C USS I O N F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F 3 A A A A A A …

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