1 MINUTES SMALL AREA PLANNING JOINT COMMITTEE Wednesday, August 14, 2019 11:30 A.M. ONE TEXAS CENTER (OTC), ROOM 500 505 BARTON SPRINGS ROAD AUSTIN, TEXAS COMMITTEE MEMBERS in Attendance: James Shieh, Chair (Planning Commission) Jeffrey Thompson (Planning Commission) Ana Aguirre (Zoning and Platting Commission) David King, Vice-Chair (Zoning and Platting Commission) Staff Present Stevie Greathouse — PAZ Jeff Engstrom — PAZ Anne Milne – PAZ Wendy Rhoades – PAZ Public in Attendance Amanda Swor Susana Alanza David Piper Lorraine Atherton Bruce Wiland Steve Drenner Kate Kniejski Ben Turner CALL TO ORDER Chair Shieh called the meeting to order at 11:31 AM. 1. CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Lorraine Atherton spoke against granting a PUD for 218 S. Lamar, as it does not meet the minimum site requirements. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. Approval of minutes from the June 5, 2019 regular Small Area Planning Joint Committee meeting. 2 3. OLD BUSINESS a. None 4. NEW BUSINESS a. East Riverside Corridor Discussion – The Committee will discuss the East Riverside Corridor Master Plan's current impact on displacement and affordability, and possible future polices that can mitigate adverse impacts. (Discussion and/or Possible Action) Susana Almanza presented to the Committee regarding the impacts of new development in the East Riverside Corridor overlay district, and the need for policies to mitigate displacement. Chair Shieh moved to request that Staff look into creating a toolkit to chart mechanisms to combat displacement. 2nd by Commissioner Aguirre, passed on a 4-0 vote (Goff, Hempel, Howard not in attendance). b. 211 S. Lamar Boulevard and 1211 West Riverside Drive Planned Unit Development in Waterfront Overlay (C814-2012-0160.01) — The Committee will review the proposed changes to a Planned Unit Development for 211 S. Lamar Boulevard and 1211 West Riverside Drive (Butler Shores Waterfront Overlay District), case # C814-2012-0160.01. (Discussion and/or Possible Action) Wendy Rhoades presented the staff report. Steve Drenner presented on behalf of the applicant. Motion by Thompson, 2nd by Shieh, to forward the case to Planning Commission with No Recommendation, with individual Commissioners to submit their comments to staff no later than August 21st to be forwarded to Planning Commission. Motion approved on a 4-0 vote (Goff, Hempel, Howard not in attendance). 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS a. None 6. STAFF BRIEFINGS a. None 7. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT Chair Shieh Adjourned the meeting at 1:43 PM.
1 MINUTES SMALL AREA PLANNING JOINT COMMITTEE Wednesday, June 5, 2019 11:30 A.M. ONE TEXAS CENTER (OTC), ROOM 500 505 BARTON SPRINGS ROAD AUSTIN, TEXAS COMMITTEE MEMBERS in Attendance: Greg Anderson (Planning Commission) Patrick Howard (Planning Commission) Jeffrey Thompson (Planning Commission) Ana Aguirre (Zoning and Platting Commission) David King, Vice-Chair (Zoning and Platting Commission) Staff Present Stevie Greathouse — PAZ Jeff Engstrom — PAZ D’Anne Williams – PARD Public in Attendance Amanda Swor J Segura Cameron Campbell Teri O’Glec Colleen Theriot Meghan Skornia Susan Benz CALL TO ORDER Vice Chair King called the meeting to order at 11:39 AM. 1. CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first three 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. Amanda Swor – Request for Special Called Meeting of Small Area Planning Joint Committee in order to review two PUD site plans in the Waterfront Overlay district. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. Approval of minutes from the April 10, 2019 regular Small Area Planning Joint Committee meeting. 2 Commissioner Thompson moved approval of the minutes from the April 10, 2019 meeting of the Small Area Planning Joint Committee with a second by Commissioner Howard. Approved on a 4-0 vote. 3. OLD BUSINESS a. None 4. NEW BUSINESS a. SP-2018-0254B & SP-2018-0252CT – Norwood House (1016 ½ Edgecliff Terrace) – Discussion of a proposed site plan within the Waterfront District per Section 25-2-715 of City Code. (Discussion and/or Possible Action). Cameron Campbell and J. Segura presented the site plan on behalf of the applicant. . The Committee discussed the proposed site plan and made the following suggestions: Work with AFD and ATD to create a pedestrian safe place, with 10-foot travel lanes and parking on both sides of Edgecliff Terrace, where possible. Provide parking on both sides of Edgecliff Terrace where possible. Use Traffic Demand Management to help reduce onsite parking. Use minimum parking requirements as a ceiling on the number of parking spaces. Utilize new environmentally innovative green infrastructure. Use pervious pavers for parking lot where possible. Reduce pavement were possible. Commissioner Anderson moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Thompson, Approved on a 5-0 vote with Shieh and Kiolbassa not in attendance. 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS a. None 6. STAFF BRIEFINGS a. Update on Small Area Planning —Presenting staff: Stevie …
City Council adopted East Riverside Corridor Master Plan as if the corridor was vacant of human life. Over 1,700 low-income & working poor, mostly people of color, have been displaced to make room for new higher density, and higher-income wage earners. Your text here12 Blocks had negative changes. No areas with over 100% change. 18 areas had positive changes of these 6 areas were over 100% ERC per capita income increased significantly between 2010 & 2017. Per capita income for Whites increased 20% while per capita income for Latinos increased 9% ERC per capita income increased significantly between 2010 & 2017. Per capita income for Whites increased 20% while per capita income for Latinos increased 9% Growth in the East Riverside Corridor has largely been the result of the in-migration of educated, young-adult, and higher-income Whites, who live alone or who live with other unrelated individuals. This population is also likelier to be renters than homeowners.Latinos have maintained the greatest share of the population in the Corridor since 2000 (ERCMP 2010 A8). It is important to note that demographic trends at the time of the Master Plan adoption suggested that the population growth in the Corridor would primarily originate from growth in the Latino population and that White and Asian populations would be a “source of growth due to migration into the Corridor” (ERCMP 2010A*). The findings suggest that the growth in the East Riverside Corridor is primarily the result of White in-migration.We must identify policy changes that will improve the quality of life for current and vulnerable residents.
211 South LamarPUD AmendmentSmall Area Planning Joint CommitteeC814-2012-0160.01August 14, 2019 Gensler Location Map Zoomed In Zoning Aerial Existing Zoning: PUD Request•Amend the existing PUD to:•Allow a hotel use•Shift off-street parking to fully below grade•Make minor changes to the building layout Proposed Project•Uses:•Multifamily Residential units: 27 condos•108 hotel rooms•18,000 square feet of commercial space•Maximum height = 96 feet (unchanged)•Maximum FAR= 5:1 (unchanged)•Underground structured parking THELORENATLADYBIRDLAKE THELORENATLADYBIRDLAKE RIVERSIDEDRIVEANDLEEBARTONDRIVE Transportation Mitigation•Contributions to the cost of the South Lamar Bond Project for Barton Springs to Riverside•Construction of the bond improvements behind the curb along the site frontage•Construction of the sidewalk improvements identified in the original PUD Gensler Location Map Zoomed InNEW SIDEWALKSPEDESTRIAN CROSSWALK ACROSS RIVERSIDECORRIDOR PROGRAMIMPROVEMENTS THELORENATLADYBIRDLAKE
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C814-2012-0160.01 – 211 South Lamar DISTRICT: 5 ZONING FROM: PUD TO: PUD, to change conditions of zoning ADDRESS: 211 South Lamar Boulevard Northbound and 1211 West Riverside Drive SITE AREA: 0.933 acres (40,641.48 square feet) PROPERTY OWNER: 16 Piggybank, Ltd. AGENT: Drenner Group, PC (Huston Street) (Amanda Swor) CASE MANAGER: Wendy Rhoades (512-974-7719, wendy.rhoades@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Staff recommendation is to grant an amendment to planned unit development (PUD) district zoning, as shown in the proposed revised ordinance and Land Use Plan as provided in Exhibits B-1 and C. For a summary of the basis of Staff’s recommendation, see pages 3 and 4. The Restrictive Covenant includes all recommendations listed in the Transportation Mitigation Memo, dated July 16, 2019, as provided in Attachment A. SMALL AREA PLANNING JOINT COMMITTEE: August 14, 2019: ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION: August 21, 2019: PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: August 27, 2019: July 23, 2019: APPROVED A POSTPONEMENT REQUEST BY STAFF TO AUGUST 27, 2019 [P. SEEGER; A. AZHAR – 2ND] (10-0) R. SCHNEIDER, T. SHAW, J. THOMPSON – ABSENT June 25, 2019: APPROVED A POSTPONEMENT REQUEST BY STAFF TO JULY 23, 2019 [P. HOWARD; C. KENNY – 2ND] (11-0) P. SEEGER, J. SHIEH – ABSENT May 14, 2019: APPROVED A POSTPONEMENT REQUEST BY STAFF TO JUNE 25, 2019 [J. SHIEH; C. KENNY – 2ND] (13-0) CITY COUNCIL ACTION: C14-2012-0160.01 Page 2 August 8, 2019: June 20, 2019: APPROVED A POSTPONEMENT REQUEST BY STAFF TO AUGUST 8, 2019. VOTE: 11-0. ORDINANCE NUMBER: ISSUES: The Owner and the Bridges on the Park Condominium Association, Inc. have amended the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions on the subject property, a document recorded on June 11, 2019. Please refer to Supplemental Information section of this report. CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The proposed amendment to the 211 South Lamar PUD contains a vacant restaurant (limited) use and is located at the southeast corner of South Lamar Boulevard and West Riverside Drive. Land uses surrounding the PUD consist of Lake Bird Lake and the Pfluger Bridge to the north (P), a City-owned pitch and putt golf course across Lee Barton Drive to the east (P), condominiums, a professional office and retail to the south (CS; CS-H, CS-1), and a theater, City offices, a restaurant (limited) and a mixed use development across Lamar Boulevard to the west (P; CS-1, CS-V). Please refer to Exhibits A and A-1 – Zoning Map and …
1 Small Area Planning Joint Committee Waterfront Overlay Site Plan Review Reference This document serves as a reference to members of the Small Area Planning Joint Committee (SAPJC) as they review site plans and make recommendations to the Land Use Commission (comprised of Planning Commission and Zoning and Platting Commission) regarding projects in the Waterfront Overlay (WO) district. Background Under City Code, the SAPJC has two major areas of responsibility: Section 2-1-205 creates the SAPJC to advise Council “on issues surrounding planning and zoning in areas such as downtown, corridors and centers, neighborhoods, the waterfront, planned unit developments, and transit oriented developments”. Sections 25-2-713 and 25-2-715 spell out the role of the SAPJC in reviewing projects in the Waterfront Overlay combining district. A table with responsibilities of the SAPJC and corresponding City Code citations is attached to this memo for reference. Town Lake Corridor Study and Waterfront Overlay Regulations The Waterfront Overlay District (see attached map) was identified by a City task force, resulting in the Town Lake Corridor Study. This study, conducted in 1985, established broad principles and goals to promote that future public and private development along and near the lake be in harmony with protecting the waterfront, enhance public access along and to the shoreline, and encourage excellence in urban design. The ultimate implementation of the study came in adoption of the Waterfront Overlay District regulations (city code §25-2-691 to §25-2-746). The following are the major goals of the study: • Protect and improve the water quality of Town Lake to achieve the highest possible standards. • Create superior planning, design and mixing of land uses that are waterfront dependent or waterfront-related, and sympathetic to the water's edge of the Town Lake Corridor and the urban creeks. • Require all city land uses, construction projects, programs and operations to achieve the highest degree of compatibility with Town Lake. • Foster a cooperative atmosphere in the corridor for the City, neighborhoods, and private landowners to work jointly to realize potential of the waterfront. • Improve zoning in the Town Lake Corridor and along the urban creeks to achieve maximum pedestrian scale, highest degree of land use compatibility, and extraordinary urban design. 2 • Provide maximum visual and physical access to the waterfront; encourage pedestrian access to and use of the corridor. • Establish Town Lake as a Great Central Park, serving as a centerpiece for the Austin Park …
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. Please call Vivian Holmes at the EMS Department, at (512) 972‐7148 for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. CARVER LIBRARY 1161 ANGELINA STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS August 7, 2019 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. AGENDA ITEM 1) Call to Order 2) Quorum Determination 3) Welcome Board Member: Brett Steffen 4) Review and approve minutes of previous meeting 5) Receive Citizen Communications/Comments 6) Review of System Reports 7) Receive updates from System Agencies Representatives: a) Medical Director’s Report: Dr. Mark Escott, Medical Director b) Austin EMS Department: Ernesto Rodriguez, Chief c) Travis County Emergency Services: Charles Brotherton, County Executive d) Austin Fire Department: Rob Vires, Chief of Staff e) Emergency Services Districts: Robert Abbott, CAFCA President 8) Other business 9) Adjourn AUSTIN-TRAVIS COUNTY EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
LIBRARY COMMISSION July 22, 2019 – 6:30 PM Old Quarry Branch 7051 Village Center Dr. AUSTIN, TEXAS The Library Commission shall make recommendations to the city council on matters relating to the establishment, maintenance, and operation of the public libraries. Section 2-1-150 of the City Code. Patricia Dabbert, JC Dwyer, Aimee Finney, Catherine Hanna, Deborah Pardo-Kaplan, Daniella Ramos, Steven Self, Beth Smyer, and Chad Williams AGENDA CALL TO ORDER 1. Citizen Communication: General The first 5 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. 2. Approval of Minutes from the June 24, 2019 Regular Meeting 3. Welcome and Introduction of Old Quarry Branch Manager, Ann Minner 4. Old Business: a. Discussion and possible action on FY20 budget recommendations 5. New Business: a. Discussion of Annual Internal Review and Report 6. Discussion of Director’s Monthly Report for July 2019 covering programming highlights, facilities, policies, and APL Priorities. 7. Discussion of commissioner visits to branch libraries 8. Future Agenda Items ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. 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. Please call Sharon Herfurth at the Library Department, at 512- 974-7420 for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Library Commission, please contact Sharon Herfurth at 512- 974-7420 or sharon.herfurth@austintexas.gov
Library Commission Meeting Minutes 22 July, 2019 THE LIBRARY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES 22 July, 2019 The Library Commission convened in a Regular Meeting on Monday, July 22, 2019 at the Old Quarry Branch, 7051 Village Center Dr., in Austin, Texas. Chair Hanna called the Board Meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Commission Members JC Dwyer, Aimee Finney, Catherine Hanna, Daniella Ramos, Beth Smyer, and Chad Williams Board Members Absent: Commission Members Patricia Dabbert, Deborah Pardo-Kaplan, and Steven Self. Staff in Attendance: Roosevelt Weeks, Director of Libraries; Rachel Nguyen, Communications Manager, John Daniels, Facilities Planning Manager, Sharon Herfurth, Division Manager, Office of Programs & Partnerships, Emi Johnson, Business Process Consultant, Patti Fowler, Division Manager, Central Library; Wendy Harrison, Financial Manager; and Pamela Bowles, Division Manager, Branch Services. 1. Citizen Communication: Karen Sironi, Chip Harris, and Steve Neel spoke about Recycled Reads Bookstore. Carlos Leon spoke about the North Village Branch Library. 2. Approval of Minutes from the June 24, 2019 Regular Meeting: The minutes of the regular meeting were approved on Commission Member Williams’ motion and Vice Chair Finney’s second on a 6-0 vote. Commission members Dabbert, Pardo-Kaplan, and Self absent. 3. Introductions and Welcome: Ann Minner, Old Quarry Branch Manager, gave an update about branch activities. 4. Old Business: a. Discussion and possible action on FY20 budget recommendations. Library Commission Recommendation 20190722-4a1: Support for Austin Library FY20 Budget was approved on Commission Member Williams’ motion and Vice Chair Finney’s second on a 6-0 vote. Commission members Dabbert, Pardo-Kaplan, and Self absent. Library Commission Recommendation 20190722-4a2: Support for Addition of 6 FTEs Security and Custodial Staff to the Austin Public Library FY20 Budget was approved on Vice Chair Library Commission Meeting Minutes 22 July, 2019 Finney’s motion and Commission Member Williams’ second on a 6-0 vote. Commission members Dabbert, Pardo-Kaplan, and Self absent. 5. New Business: a. Discussion of Annual Internal Review and Report Chair Hanna presented the Library Commission Annual Internal Review and Report. 6. Discussion of Director’s Monthly Report for July 2019 covering programming highlights, volunteer services, revenue, and policy updates: Questions were asked about the status of the Hampton and Little Walnut Creek Branch renovation projects. Commission Members Smyer and Dwyer are doing research on what other libraries are doing re civic engagement. They plan to do a presentation for the commission. 7. Discussion of commissioner visits to branch libraries: Commission Member Ramos …
1 of 2 LIBRARY COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20190722-4a1: Support for Austin Public Library FY20 Budget Date: July 22, 2019 Subject: Support for Austin Public Library FY20 Budget Motioned By: Commission Member Williams Seconded By: Vice Chair Finney Recommendation Support for Austin Public Library proposed budget for FY2020 Description of Recommendation to Council Requesting that the Austin City Council vote in favor of the proposed Austin Public Library budget of $54,685,661 for FY2020, a 4.8% increase or $2.5 million increase from FY19, including an increase to the materials budget by 3.6% or $162,661. Rationale: The Brookings Institution recently recognized, public libraries perform a “hub role in the community – using partnerships with other institutions to connect people with services and help.” See Cabello, M. and Butler, S., “How public libraries help build healthy communities.” Brookings, March 30, 2017, https://www.brookings.edu/blog/up-front/2017/03/30/how-public-libraries-help-build-healthy-communities/ The Austin City Council has adopted a strategic direction guiding the City for the next three to five years. Austin Strategic Direction 2023 outlines a shared vision for the City and six priority Strategic outcomes: • Economic Opportunity and Affordability • Mobility • Safety • Health and Environment • Culture and Lifelong Learning • Government that Works for All As a vital public space and community hub, the Austin Public Library supports and advances all six key outcome areas of the City’s Strategic Direction. This proposed budget includes three items recommended by other commissions, including Wi-Fi hotspots, training for staff working with those experiencing homelessness, and programs for seniors. Austin Public Library makes a significant and growing contribution to the City’s commitment to Culture and Lifelong Learning. 2 of 2 Austin Public Library operates and maintains 20 branches, Central Library, Austin History Center, Recycled Reads and a Bookmobile. Austin Public Library provides cardholders access to over 1.5 million items, including conventional and digital format books, magazines, periodicals, music, films and online databases. Library cardholders have increased by 11% since the opening of the new Central Library. The new Central Library, hailed as one of the greatest places in the world by Time Magazine, averages about 100,000 visitors each month. Austin Public Library offers a variety of resources and programs for visitors of all ages from babies (Baby Social Hour) to seniors (Computer Basics for Seniors) and everyone in between. Austin Public Library enhances the reputation of Austin as the Live Music Capital of the World through its Electric Lady Bird digital music streaming …
1 of 2 LIBRARY COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20190722-4a2: Support for Addition of 6 FTE Security and Custodial Staff to the Austin Public Library FY20 Budget Date: July 22, 2019 Subject: Support for Addition of 6 FTE Security and Custodial Staff to the Austin Public Library proposed budget for FY20 Motioned By: Vice Chair Finney Seconded By: Commission Member Williams Recommendation Support for the Addition of 6 FTEs Security and Custodial Staff to the Austin Public Library proposed budget for FY2020 Description of Recommendation to Council Requesting that the Austin City Council, in addition to approving the proposed Austin Public Library budget for FY 2020, approve an additional 6 FTEs security and custodial staff totaling $346,671. Three additional security and three additional custodial staff are considered vital for the safety of library patrons and for safeguarding the taxpayers’ investment in library facilities through critical maintenance and upkeep. Rationale: Austin Public Library is a vital public space and community hub, which supports and advances all six key outcome areas of the City’s Strategic Direction. As the population of the City grows so does the use of the Austin Public Library’s 20 branches, Central Library, Austin History Center, Recycled Reads and bookmobile. The opening of the new Central Library has also increased the Austin Public Library’s visibility and popularity. Unfortunately, with increased usage comes increased criminal and policy violations and a need for more security to ensure that the Austin Public Library remains a safe environment for all customers. The top five violations of library policy violations since 2017 are the following: • Harass, sexuality harass, abuse, threaten, or fight with a person • Sleeping • Abusive, indecent, profane, or vulgar language • Disrupting use of library services or property • Vandalize, steal, or damage property (library or another person) Each of these categories of incidents has increased significantly since 2017. 2 of 2 Incident Report Percent Change Central Library Harassment Sleeping Disrupting use Abusive Vandalism 2017 to 2018 31.43% 128.00% 13.21% 11.90% 21.74% 2018 to 2019 20.69% -8.77% 3.33% 61.70% 81.58% Branch Libraries Harassment Sleeping Disrupting use Abusive Vandalism 2017 to 2018 -17.07% -29.22% -13.30% -29.17% -41.22% 2018 to 2019 103.92% 2.75% 50.92% 64.71% -10.45% These violations include two assaults of staff members, one attempted suicide by a customer, customers fighting and brandishing weapons, theft and intimidation. Even the enforcement of policy violations that would seem innocuous on their face can have serious …
Library Commission Meeting Minutes 24 June, 2019 THE LIBRARY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES 24 June, 2019 The Library Commission convened in a Regular Meeting on Monday, June 24, 2019 at the Manchaca Road Branch, 5500 Manchaca Rd., in Austin, Texas. Chair Hanna called the Board Meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Commission Members Patricia Dabbert, JC Dwyer, Aimee Finney, Catherine Hanna, Deborah Pardo-Kaplan, Daniella Ramos, Steven Self, Beth Smyer, and Chad Williams Board Members Absent: none Staff in Attendance: Dana McBee, Assistant Director for Library Support Services; Anne Bramblett, Assistant Director for Public Services; Rachel Nguyen, Communications Manager, John Daniels, Facilities Planning Manager, Sharon Herfurth, Division Manager, Office of Programs & Partnerships, Emi Johnson, Business Process Consultant, Patti Fowler, Division Manager, Central Library; Wendy Harrison, Financial Manager; Joe Faulk, Technology Director; Pamela Bowles, Division Manager, Branch Services; and Chip Pryor, IT Supervisor Sr. 1. Citizen Communication: Carlos Leon spoke about computers at APL. Wendy Price Todd spoke about the need to be able to donate to the Library through the APL website and about the Social Justice Book Club at the Twin Oaks Branch. 2. Approval of Minutes from the April 22, 2019 Regular Meeting: The minutes of the regular meeting were approved on Commission Member Williams’ motion and Commission Member Dwyer’s second on a 9-0 vote. 3. Introductions and Welcome: Chair Hanna introduced new Library Commission member Daniella Ramos. Briefing: Austin History Center Association, Chair Lee Cooke updated the commission on activities and goals of the Austin History Center Association. Briefing: Internet Access and Bandwidth at Branches, Joe Faulk, Manager, Information Systems & Business Enterprise, gave a status report on bandwidth at branches. Library Commission Meeting Minutes 24 June, 2019 4. Old Business: a. Update and discussion on changes to Library Card Non-Resident fees. Dana McBee, Assistant Director for Support Services, reported that there will be no changes to the Non-Resident card fees for FY20. b. Update on FY20 Forecast Budget. Wendy Harrison, Financial Manager gave the update. c. Discussion and possible action on FY20 budget recommendations. No action taken. 5. New Business: a. Recycled Reads working group report Citizens Nancy Harris and Chip Harris spoke. Deborah Pardo-Kaplan gave the report. Discussion and possible action about Recycled Reads will be carried over to the July meeting. 6. Discussion of Director’s Monthly Report for March 2019 covering programming highlights, volunteer services, revenue, and policy updates: Questions …
1 of 2 LIBRARY COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20190722-4a2: Support for Addition of 6 FTE Security and Custodial Staff to the Austin Public Library FY20 Budget Date: July 22, 2019 Subject: Support for Addition of 6 FTE Security and Custodial Staff to the Austin Public Library proposed budget for FY20 Motioned By: Seconded By: Recommendation Support for the Addition of 6 FTE Security and Custodial Staff to the Austin Public Library proposed budget for FY2020 Description of Recommendation to Council Requesting that the Austin City Council, in addition to approving the proposed Austin Public Library budget for FY 2020, approve an additional 6 FTE security and custodial staff totaling $346,671. Three additional security and three additional custodial staff are considered vital for the safety of library patrons and for safeguarding the taxpayers’ investment in library facilities through critical maintenance and upkeep. Rationale: Austin Public Library is a vital public space and community hub, which supports and advances all six key outcome areas of the City’s Strategic Direction. As the population of the City grows so does the use of the Austin Public Library’s 20 branches, Central Library, Austin History Center, Recycled Reads and bookmobile. The opening of the new Central Branch library has also increased the Austin Public Library’s visibility and popularity. Unfortunately, with increased usage comes increased criminal and policy violations and a need for more security to ensure that the Austin Public Library remains a safe environment for all customers. The top five violations of library policy violations since 2017 are the following: • Harass, sexuality harass, abuse, threaten, or fight with a person • Sleeping • Abusive, indecent, profane, or vulgar language • Disrupting use of library services or property • Vandalize, steal, or damage property (library or another person) Each of these categories of incidents has increased significantly since 2017. These violations include two assaults of staff members, one attempted suicide by a customer, customers fighting 2 of 2 and brandishing weapons, theft and intimidation. Even the enforcement of policy violations that would seem innocuous on their face can have serious security consequences. In two separate incidents, patrons who were thought to be sleeping were in medical distress due to K2, a synthetic marijuana. Increased library usage also places more strain on facilities. Through bond elections, the taxpayers of the City of Austin have authorized significant investment in the Austin Public Library and its facilities. Over $126 million …
1 of 2 LIBRARY COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20190722-4a1: Support for Austin Public Library FY20 Budget Date: July 22, 2019 Subject: Support for Austin Public Library FY20 Budget Motioned By: Seconded By: Recommendation Support for Austin Public Library proposed budget for FY2020 Description of Recommendation to Council Requesting that the Austin City Council vote in favor of the proposed Austin Public Library budget of $54,685,661 for FY2020, a 4.8% increase or $2.5 million increase from FY19, including an increase to the materials budget by 3.6% or $162,661. Rationale: The Brookings Institution recently recognized, public libraries perform a “hub role in the community – using partnerships with other institutions to connect people with services and help.” See Cabello, M. and Butler, S., “How public libraries help build healthy communities.” Brookings, March 30, 2017, https://www.brookings.edu/blog/up-front/2017/03/30/how-public-libraries-help-build-healthy-communities/ The Austin City Council has adopted a strategic direction guiding the City for the next three to five years. Austin Strategic Direction 2023 outlines a shared vision for the City and six priority Strategic outcomes: • Economic Opportunity and Affordability • Mobility • Safety • Health and Environment • Culture and Lifelong Learning • Government that Works for All As a vital public space and community hub, the Austin Public Library supports and advances all six key outcome areas of the City’s Strategic Direction. Austin Public Library makes a significant and growing contribution to the City’s commitment to Culture and Lifelong Learning. 2 of 2 Austin Public Library operates and maintains 20 branches, Central Library, Austin History Center, Recycled Reads and a Bookmobile. Austin Public Library provides cardholders access to over 1.5 million items, including conventional and digital format books, magazines, periodicals, music, films and online databases. Library cardholders have increased by 11% since the opening of the new Central Branch of the library. The new Central Library branch, hailed as one of the greatest places in the world by Time Magazine, averages about 100,000 visitors each month. Austin Public Library offers a variety of resources and programs for visitors of all ages from babies (Baby Social Hour) to seniors (Computer Basics for Seniors) and everyone in between. Austin Public Library enhances the reputation of Austin as the Live Music Capital of the World through its Electric Lady Bird digital music streaming program, which delivers commercial-free, curated music from Central Texas artists. In addition to Culture and Lifelong Learning, the Austin Public Library provides vital support for the other …
HighlightsCity of Austin Budget Calendar Upcoming Dates• August 5 - Proposed Budget Presentation to Council• August 20, 29 & September 4 - Council Budget Work Sessions• August 22 & 28 - Budget and tax public hearings• September 10 - Budget readingsPrograms• Austin Symphony Art Park presents the Symphony’s chamber ensembles bringing classic and original children’s tales to life through music and narration so children can learn about both literary and musical devices in an enjoyable and engaging manner. Arrive early to visit the Instrument Zoo, where kids can see, touch and try to play instruments of the orchestra; talk to symphony musicians and hear them play their instruments. Wednesday, July 24, 10 AM - 12 Noon. Central Library Special Event Center.• Vinyl Night returns to the Carver Branch. Bring a friend, grab your vinyl, and enjoy an evening of great music. Light bites will be served. Performers are DJ Knowledge and Andes Junca of La Frenetika and Wache. Friday, August 9, 7-9 PM. Carver Branch.• Watch for the APL vehicle in the Austin Pride Parade. August 10, 8-11 PM. Congress Ave. / Warehouse District.• Woodstock 50: Tribute Concert will showcase a special Woodstock-inspired lineup by local Austin musicians featured in Electric Lady Bird, the library’s music streaming platform. The line-up of local musicians includes Guy Forsyth, Sho Humphries, Deezie Brown, SaulPaul, Sarah Sharp, Brian Scartocci, Bob Cheevers, and Rochelle and the Sidewinders. All ages are welcome. And while you’re waiting for the concert to start, we’ll be serving ice cream and making groovy spin art outside, Saturday, August 17, 1-2 PM, Ice Cream Social & 2-6 PM, Concert. Central Library Special Event Center.• Master Pancake Presents: The Martian. Join local comedy favorites Master Pancake for an evening of intergalactic hilarity as they bring Matt Damon down to earth with their relentless mocking of selected scenes of the Martian. Ages 18+ only for adult humor. Thursday, August 22, 7:30 PM, Central Library Special Event Center.• Low Sensory Youth Code Jam ATX. At this Jam for teens, young neurodiverse students can learn to code and be inspired to pursue jobs in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math fields. Saturday, August 24, 1-4 PM, Central Library Event Center.Exhibits• Larry Thomas’ exhibition They Took an Oath showcases the ongoing effort to commemorate the 19th Century Texas Black Legislators and Constitutional Convention Delegates, focusing on their 19th century legislation. Central Library, Shared Learning Room 531, Floor …
Hispanic Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission 1 | Page REGULAR SCHEDULED MEETING OF THE HISPANIC/LATINO QUALITY OF LIFE RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at 6:30pm Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center 600 River Street Austin, Texas 78701 CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Carmen Llanes Pulido, Chair Angelica Erazo, Vice-Chair Isabel López-Aguilar Diana Salas Amanda Afifi Zaira R. Garcia Maria C. Solis Jovita J. Flay Cristina M. Adams AGENDA Citizens wishing to speak on agenda and non-agenda related items must sign up at least ten minutes before the meeting is called to order. Citizens may speak on non-agenda items under the Citizens Communications section of the agenda. Citizens may speak on an agenda related item after a presentation on the item has been made. Citizens may not speak after City staff presentations. Speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns. Boards and Commissions follow the same rules as City Council meetings. CALL TO ORDER 1. CITIZENS COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 2. MOTION TO SUSPEND ROBERT’S RULES OF ORDER 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. Consider Approval of March 26 and April 23 meeting minutes 4. COMMUNITY BRIEFING a. None 5. STAFF BRIEFING a. None Hispanic Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission 2 | Page 6. OLD BUSINESS Report and discussion regarding working groups and commissioners’ assignments: a. Public participation, transparency, and awareness work group b. Economic Development and Access to Affordable Housing in Latino Communities work group c. Health work group d. Representatives to Joint Inclusion Committee e. Representatives to Commission on Seniors f. Budget and Policy Priorities work group g. Education work group h. Representatives to MACC board i. Representatives to the Equity Office j. Representatives to the Artist Access Program 7. NEW BUSINESS a. Update, discussion, and possible action on special called meeting to address discrimination and profiling within Austin Police Department b. Discussion and possible action regarding the Riverside Mixed-Use Project c. Discussion and possible action on lighting for recreational centers and parks d. Discussion and possible action on land development code memo e. Discussion and possible action on future staff and community briefings ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters …
Hispanic Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission 1 | Page REGULAR SCHEDULED MEETING OF THE HISPANIC/LATINO QUALITY OF LIFE RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at 6:30pm Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center 600 River Street Austin, Texas 78701 CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Carmen Llanes Pulido, Chair Angelica Erazo, Vice-Chair Diana Salas Amanda Afifi Zaira R. Garcia Maria C. Solis Jovita J. Flay Cristina M. Adams DRAFT MINUTES Citizens wishing to speak on agenda and non-agenda related items must sign up at least ten minutes before the meeting is called to order. Citizens may speak on non-agenda items under the Citizens Communications section of the agenda. Citizens may speak on an agenda related item after a presentation on the item has been made. Citizens may not speak after City staff presentations. Speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns. Boards and Commissions follow the same rules as City Council meetings. CALL TO ORDER: Meeting was called to order by Chair Llanes Pulido at 6:39pm. Board Members in Attendance: Chair Llanes Pulido, Vice-Chair Angelica Erazo, Amanda Afifi, Maria Solis, Diana Salas, Jovita Flay, Zaira Garcia, Cristina Adams. 1. CITIZENS COMMUNICATION: GENERAL a. Sylvia Orozco – Mexic-Arte 2. MOTION TO SUSPEND ROBERT’S RULES OF ORDER a. Commissioner Flay moves to suspend Robert’s Rules of Order. Commissioner Solis seconds. Motion passes unanimously. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. Commissioner Solis moves to approve March 26 minutes. Commissioner Flay seconds. Motion passes. Commissioner Garcia abstains. b. Commissioner Solis moves to approve April 23 minutes. Commissioner Flay seconds. Motion passes. Commissioner Garcia abstains. Hispanic Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission 2 | Page 4. COMMUNITY BRIEFING a. None 5. STAFF BRIEFING a. None 6. OLD BUSINESS Report and discussion regarding working groups and commissioners’ assignments: a. Public participation, transparency, and awareness work group – Commission requests to remove this work group due to inactivity b. Economic Development and Access to Affordable Housing in Latino Communities work group – No update c. Health work group – No update d. Representatives to Joint Inclusion Committee – Representatives are Commissioner Solis and Commissioner Flay. e. Representatives to Commission on Seniors – Commissioner Solis attends these meetings. f. Budget and Policy Priorities work group – Vice Chair Erazo to be added to work group g. Education work group – Commission requests to remove …
LIBRARY COMMISSION June 24, 2019 – 6:30 PM Manchaca Road Branch 5500 Manchaca Rd. AUSTIN, TEXAS The Library Commission shall make recommendations to the city council on matters relating to the establishment, maintenance, and operation of the public libraries. Section 2-1-150 of the City Code. Patricia Dabbert, JC Dwyer, Aimee Finney, Catherine Hanna, Daniella Ramos, Steven Self, Beth Smyer, Deborah Pardo-Kaplan, and Chad Williams AGENDA CALL TO ORDER 1. Citizen Communication: General The first 5 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. 2. Approval of Minutes from the April 22, 2019 Regular Meeting 3. Welcome and Introduction of new Library Commission Member Daniella Ramos Briefing: Internet Access and Bandwidth at Branches, Joe Faulk, Manager, Information Systems & Business Enterprise Briefing: Austin History Center Association, Lee Cooke, Chair, AHCA 4. Old Business: a. Update and discussion on changes to Library Card Non-Resident fees b. Update on FY20 Forecast Budget c. Discussion and possible action on FY20 budget recommendations 5. New Business: a. Recycled Reads working group report 6. Discussion of Director’s Monthly Report for June 2019 covering programming highlights, facilities, policies, and APL Priorities. 7. Discussion of commissioner visits to branch libraries 8. Future Agenda Items ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. 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. Please call Sharon Herfurth at the Library Department, at 512- 974-7420 for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Library Commission, please contact Sharon Herfurth at 512- 974-7420 or sharon.herfurth@austintexas.gov