JAN '15DEC '14NOV '14OCT '14SEP '14AUG '14JULY '14JUNE '14MAY '14APR '14MAR '14FEB '1412-Month TOTALTree Permits12141671692902282472432492723402882352,942Native Inches Removed197276488462590504458489301923091,1735,339Inches Mitigated123146932002664762074152692504694653,379Percentage Mitigated62%53%19%43%45%94%45%85%89%272%152%40%10Poor Condition or High Risk1,6211,3581,6073,5183,6193,0153,4713,5023,5394,0292,2702,71334,262Tree Permits2111214212040333722201319262Trees Planted5,40044257123NRNRNRNRNRNRNRNR5,824Trees Removed3NRNR161741882320211820165Native Protected Removed3NRNR200000312210Inches Removed3NRNR243177421971102832382182702572,035Trees DistributedNR013131104609001013677792Site Plans Approved4182818242919171815171622241Caliper Inches Surveyed1478511,23227,9655,39030,9586,4553,1371171,1352,10012,20713,828129,309Caliper Inches Preserved7,3647,48512,4603,64118,3254,484890353101,05410,8939,33576,276Percentage Preserved50%67%45%68%59%69%28%30%27%50%89%68%6Native Inches Removed73983,74715,5051,74912,6331,9712,247828251,0461,3144,49353,010Inches Planted/Mitigated2,3631,8616,8271,0665,0611,7731,305825947054832,77324,893Percentage Replanted32%50%44%61%40%90%58%100%72%67%37%62%7Subdivisions Approved1493318201224161271311189Funds Received$154,150$25,400$69,238$80,498$66,945$39,980$88,650$25,100$15,225$12,318$7,175$74,349$659,028Fund Amount (Per Inch)425127346402335200443126766236372$2,949Grants Appropriated0$0$15,000$6,000$0$12,000$0$610$45,795$45,000$0$0$124,405City Arborists (5)3103113354894374804675535705154594605,386Oak Wilt Arborist (1)201413274229543949763924426Environmental Inspectors (12)4,4664,3003,9873,9983,1893,3613,5893,8763,5893,1703,1462,89143,562Landscape Inspectors (2)453742442961474347616641563General Permit Inspectors (4)6681901574114013814413711013389772,0241 - Tree Ordinance Review Applications (mostly protected size trees on proposed single family construction lots or protected size trees which are diseased/dying)18-Feb-152 - High-risk trees within parks and right-of-ways3 - Trees with trunks greater than 8" in diameter (dead and invasive species not included)4 - Site Plan Corrections, Extensions, and Boat Docks not includedNR - Not ReportedMonthly Report"January 2015"InspectionsUrban Forest Replenishment FundPermitting and ReplenishmentTree PermitsPublic PropertyElectric UtilityCommercial Site Plans
Tree Care and Invasive Species Management: Shoal Creek Restoration in Pease Park Project Scale and Scope•15thStreet to 28thStreet•18 month construction phase•Adaptive management approach•3 year landscape maintenance phase•Follow‐up invasive management and revegetation•Recurrent soil treatments and mulch applications Vertical Mulching•Deliver oxygen and nutrients to root zone•One‐time application•Project certified arborist and restoration expert overseeing process•Additional tree protection (fencing) and application of nutrients (compost, mulch)throughout project length Vertical MulchingHand‐held auger12” deep holes, 1” min. diameter, 3’ on center124 trees throughout project reach Invasive Species Management•Mainly arundo, ligustrum, chinaberry•100,000 sq. ft. quantity•Managed over project lengthFall 2014Winter 2015 Invasive Species TasksPrioritize by species and locationOutline timing and techniquesSurvey and mark speciesQuantify management areasManage during construction and 3 year maintenance phaseRevegetateas needed Creek Health + Forest Health = Pease Park2Thank you!Vertical mulching:estimated cost: $137,763grant request: $30,000Invasive species management:estimated cost: $150,000grant request: $30,000
Staff Liaison: Michael Simmons-Smith - 974-1225 WATERFRONT PLANNING ADVISORY BOARD FEBRUARY 9, 2015 @ 6:00 P.M. ***BOARDS & COMMISSIONS ROOM – CITY HALL*** 301 W. 2nd Street Austin, TX 78703 AGENDA Brooke Bailey, Chair Andy Hutton Eric Schultz, Vice-Chair Laura Toups Cory Walton Dean Rindy Tyler Zickert CALL TO ORDER A. CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS The first four (4) speakers signed up prior to the meeting will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of minutes from the October 13, 2014 regularly-scheduled meeting and the January 12, 2015 regularly-scheduled meeting. C. NEW BUSINESS 1. Update, discussion and possible action on the South Central Waterfront Area Plan Initiative. Staff: Alan Holt, Planning & Development Review Department. 2. Discussion and possible action on proposed density bonus provisions for various Waterfront Overlay subdistricts. 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, and if sign language interpreters or alternative formats are required, please give notice at least 4 days before the meeting date.
1 WATERFRONT PLANNING ADVISORY BOARD REGULAR MEETING APPROVED MINUTES FEBRUARY 9, 2015 The Waterfront Planning Advisory Board convened in a regular meeting on 9 February 2015 in the Boards & Commissions Room in City Hall in Austin, Texas. Chair Brooke Bailey called the Board Meeting to order at 6:07 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Brooke Bailey, Chair Dean Rindy Laura Toups Cory Walton Tyler Zickert Andy Hutton and Vice-Chair Eric Schultz were absent. Staff in Attendance: Michael Simmons-Smith, Board Liaison A. CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS The first four (4) speakers signed up prior to the meeting will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. There were no citizen’s communications. B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of minutes from the October 13, 2014 regularly-scheduled meeting, and the January 12, 2015 regularly-scheduled meeting. The 10/13/2014 minutes were approved 5-0-2 on a motion by Ms. Toups and a second by Mr. Walton with Vice-Chair Schultz and Mr. Hutton absent. The 01/12/2015 minutes were deferred to the next meeting for of lack of eligible quorum. C. NEW BUSINESS 1. Update, discussion and possible action on the South Central Waterfront Area Plan Initiative. Staff: Alan Holt, Planning & Development Review Department. 2 2. Discussion and possible action on proposed density bonus provisions for various Waterfront Overlay subdistricts. A special-called meeting was set for February 23, 2015 for work on the density bonus provisions, but was cancelled by Chair Bailey on February 20. ADJOURNMENT Chair Bailey adjourned the meeting at 7:13 p.m. with no objection.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT/SIGN REVIEW BOARD February 9, 2015 5:30pm CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS ___ Jeff Jack (Chair) ___Melissa Hawthorne (Vice Chair) ___Cathy French (SRB only) ___Vincent Harding ___Will Schnier (Alternate) ___Sallie Burchett ___Stuart Hampton (Alternate) ___Michael Von Ohlen ___Bryan King ___Ricardo De Camps AGENDA CALL TO ORDER – 5:30 P.M. EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) The Board of Adjustment/Sign Review Board will announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel on matters specifically listed on this agenda. The Board of Adjustment/Sign Review Board may also announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, to receive advice from Legal Counsel regarding any other item on this agenda. Private Consultation with Attorney – Section 551.071 A APPROVAL OF MINUTES A-1 January 12. 2015 B. SIGN REVIEW BOARD RECONSIDERATIONS NONE C. SIGN REVIEW BOARD PREVIOUS POSTPONEMENTS C-1 C16-2015-0001 Tracy Bedwell for Perry Phillips 9665 Highway 290 East The applicant has requested a variance to Section 25-10-123 (B) (3) (a) (Expressway Corridor Sign District Regulations) to increase the maximum height of a freestanding sign from 35 feet (required) to 50 feet (requested) in order to add a sign within the City’s 2 mile ETJ (Extra Territorial Jurisdiction). C-2 C16-2015-0002 Michael Hunter for North Austin Medical Center 12221 North Mopac Expressway The applicant has requested a variance(s) to: A.1. for sign 11, Section 25-10-124 (B) (1) (b) (Scenic Roadway Sign District Regulations) to increase the maximum area of a freestanding sign from 64 feet (required) to 90 feet (requested); and to A.2. for sign 11, Section 25-10-124 (F) (Scenic Roadway Sign District Regulations) to permit internal lighting of sign; and to A.3. for sign 11, Section 25-10-124 (G) (Scenic Roadway Sign District Regulations) to permit signs to be less than 12 feet from street right-of-way (required) to 11 feet from street right-of-way (requested); and to A.4. for sign 11, Section 25-10-191 (F) (Setback and Structural Requirements) a sign within 12 feet of street right-of-way must have either: 1) a height of not more than 30 inches; or 2) a clearance of nine feet (required) to 11 feet from street right-of-way, height of 77 inches and clearance of 7 inches (requested); and to A.5. for sign 11, Section 25-10-23 (B)(7)(Hazardous Signs Described and Prohibited) a person may not install, maintain or use a sign …
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT/SIGN REVIEW BOARD MEETING MINUTES (February 9, 2015) The Board of Adjustment/Sign Review Board convened in a meeting on February 9, 2015, City Council Chambers, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas. Chair Jeff Jack called the Board Meeting to order at 5:55 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Jeff Jack (Chair), Melissa Hawthorne (Vice Chair), Ricardo De Camps (left approx.. 8pm), Stuart Hampton (Alternate), Vincent Harding, Bryan King, Michael Von Ohlen and Cathy French (SRB) Board Member Absent – Sallie Burchett and Ricardo De Camps (left approx. 8pm) Staff in Attendance: Leane Heldenfels, Brent Lloyd (COA Attorney), Diana Ramirez (left approx. 7pm) EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) The Board of Adjustment/Sign Review Board will announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel on matters specifically listed on this agenda. The Board of Adjustment/Sign Review Board may also announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, to receive advice from Legal Counsel regarding any other item on this agenda. Private Consultation with Attorney – Section 551.071 A APPROVAL OF MINUTES A-1 January 12, 2015 Board Member Melissa Hawthorne motion to Approve the minutes for January 12, 2015; Board Member Bryan King second on 7-1 vote (Board member Stuart Hampton Abstained); APPROVED MINUTES FOR January 12, 2015. Board members voted to postpone requests from applicant and interested parties for Items L-3, L-9, L-10, M-2, M-3, M-6, M-8 to March 9, 2015 meeting and Item L-1 to April 13, 2015 and withdraw Items C-1, F-1, J-1, J-2, L-2. B. SIGN REVIEW BOARD RECONSIDERATIONS NONE C. SIGN REVIEW BOARD PREVIOUS POSTPONEMENTS C-1 C16-2015-0001 Tracy Bedwell for Perry Phillips 9665 Highway 290 East The applicant has requested a variance to Section 25-10-123 (B) (3) (a) (Expressway Corridor Sign District Regulations) to increase the maximum height of a freestanding sign from 35 feet (required) to 50 feet (requested) in order to add a sign within the City’s 2 mile ETJ (Extra Territorial Jurisdiction). WITHDRAWN BY APPLICANT C-2 C16-2015-0002 Michael Hunter for North Austin Medical Center 12221 North Mopac Expressway The applicant has requested a variance(s) to: A.1. for sign 11, Section 25-10-124 (B) (1) (b) (Scenic Roadway Sign District Regulations) to increase the maximum area of a freestanding sign from 64 feet (required) to 90 feet (requested); and to A.2. for sign 11, Section 25-10-124 (F) (Scenic Roadway …
Residential Design and Compatibility Commission February 4, 2015 6:00 PM City Hall, Board and Commission Room 301 West 2nd Street Austin, Texas __ William Burkhardt (Chair) __ Keith Jackson __ Karen McGraw (Vice-Chair) __ Lucy Katz __ Missy Bledsoe __ Mary Ingle AGENDA CALL TO ORDER A. CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 4 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. B. RESIDENTIAL DESIGN AND COMPATIBILITY STANDARDS B-1 2014-079972 PR Gregory H. Bow 905 Columbus Street MODIFICATION REQUESTED: The applicant has requested a modification to allow an increase to the maximum gross floor area permitted in Chapter 25-2 of the Land Development Code, Section 2.1 Subchapter F: Residential Design and Compatibility Standards to install a garage door to an existing attached carport of an existing single family residence in a SF-3-NP zoning district. **Item is continuation of postponement from January 7th, 2014 meeting** C DISCUSSION ITEMS: C-1 Draft and deliver letter to City Council regarding code modification recommendations related to carports C-2 Discussion of response from legal department related to requests from prior meeting C-3 Discussion and drafting recommendations to CodeNEXT team related to language modifications in Subchapter F and the Land Development Code C-4 Discussion of the mission of the RDCC C-5 Update on progress of council resolution to dissolve RDCC D APPROVAL OF MINUTES: D-1 December 3, 2014 D-2 January 7, 2015 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 4 days before the meeting date. Please contact Daniel Word at Planning and Development Review Department, at 512-974-3341,daniel.word@austintexas,gov for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711.
Residential Design and Compatibility Commission REGULAR MEETING MINUTES The Residential Design Compatibility Commission convened in a regular meeting on February 4, 2015, City Hall, Boards and Commission Room, 301 West 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. William Burkhardt called the Commission Meeting to order at 6:19 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: William Burkhardt, Karen McGraw, Mary Ingle, Lucy Katz, Keith Jackson (Missy Bledsoe absent, one vacant position) City Staff: Daniel Word C DISCUSSION ITEMS C-2 Discussion of response from legal department related to requests from prior meeting Legal department has determined that the RDCC has jurisdiction to hear cases where work has already been performed. Legal department has determined that a fence located near an open side of a carport does not automatically negate a gross floor area exemption related to that carport. Each case is unique and should be considered on the specific facts present with the case. The legal department has determined that a vote of “no action” can be appealed to council. Commissioner McGraw asked staff for interpretation of how a gate would be viewed during review. Staff commented that a carport is a space used to store a vehicle so if a fence was constructed that prohibited access, then the carport is no longer a carport. Gates would not deny access. A. CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 4 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. None B. RESIDENTIAL DESIGN AND COMPATIBILITY STANDARDS B-1 2014-079972 PR Gregory H. Bow 905 Columbus Street MODIFICATION REQUESTED: The applicant has requested a modification to allow an increase to the maximum gross floor area permitted in Chapter 25-2 of the Land Development Code, Section 2.1 Subchapter F: Residential Design and Compatibility Standards to install a garage door to an existing attached carport of an existing single family residence in a SF-3-NP zoning district. **Item is continuation of postponement from October 1st, 2014 meeting** Commission’s Decision: Commissioner Karen McGraw motion to deny. 2nd by Mary Ingle. Motion fails 3-2 (Katz, Jackson opposed) Commissioner Lucy Katz motion to accept. No 2nd offered. Motion fails for lack of 2nd. Commissioner Lucy Katz motion to take no action. Commissioner Mary Ingle 2nd. APPROVED 4-1 (McGraw opposed) C DISCUSSION ITEMS: C-1 Draft and deliver letter to City Council regarding code modification recommendations related to carports Commissioner …
Residential Design and Compatibility Commission REGULAR MEETING MINUTES The Residential Design Compatibility Commission convened in a regular meeting on December 3, 2014, City Hall, Boards and Commission Room, 301 West 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. William Burkhardt called the Commission Meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: William Burkhardt, Karen McGraw, Mary Ingle, Lucy Katz, and Missy Bledsoe, (Commissioner Keith Jackson and Chuck Maines ABSENT) City Staff: Daniel Word A. CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 4 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. None B. RESIDENTIAL DESIGN AND COMPATIBILITY STANDARDS B-1 2014-099770RA Stefan Bader 1515 Madison Avenue MODIFICATION REQUESTED: The applicant has requested a modification to allow an increase to the maximum gross floor area permitted in Chapter 25-2 of the Land Development Code, Section 2.1 Subchapter F: Residential Design and Compatibility Standards for the construction of an addition to an existing single-family residence to expand the residence and accommodate a home occupation. Commission’s Decision: Commissioner Mary Ingle motion to APPROVE. Commissioner Lucy Katz second on a vote 4-0-1 (Commissioner Karen McGraw abstained); APPROVED B-2 2014-027408RA Jim Wittliff 1502 Oxford Avenue MODIFICATION REQUESTED: The applicant has requested a modification to allow an increase to the maximum gross floor area permitted in Chapter 25-2 of the Land Development Code, Section 2.1 Subchapter F: Residential Design and Compatibility Standards to install a garage door to an existing attached carport of an existing single family residence in a SF-3 zoning district. Postponement granted without objection C DISCUSSION ITEMS: C-1 Discussion of the mission of the Residential Design and Compatibility Commission (RDCC). Tabled w/out objection C-2 Current rewrite of the LDC (land development code) Karen McGraw –letter was sent Mary Ingle –iterative process, waiting on feedback from staff C-3 Discussion of possible code amendments or language modifications related to rewrite of LDC. Karen McGraw –LDC is 3 yrs away from being modified, we need to fix carports now –keep garage doors off of carports, proposal to fix code now and make recommendations. Modify 3.3.2.A (exempt 450 sq. ft) (3) Open Parking Area –open on 2 or more sides 1. Does not have habitable space above 2. Clear and unobstructed for more than 80% 3. Open sides include side of vehicle access and side facing front of lot and cannot have …
Residential Design and Compatibility Commission REGULAR MEETING MINUTES The Residential Design Compatibility Commission convened in a regular meeting on January 7, 2015, City Hall, Boards and Commission Room, 301 West 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. William Burkhardt called the Commission Meeting to order at 6:03 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: William Burkhardt, Karen McGraw, Mary Ingle, Chuck Maines, Lucy Katz, Keith Jackson and Missy Bledsoe City Staff: Daniel Word A. CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 4 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. Dave Piper, Zilker Neighborhood Association Concerned about waivers being requested of RDCC. Believe such requests should be directed to BOA. RDCC can only hear cases that are proposed. Screening procedures should be created to refer cases where construction has been done to BOA. B. RESIDENTIAL DESIGN AND COMPATIBILITY STANDARDS B-1 2014-079972 PR Gregory H. Bow 905 Columbus Street MODIFICATION REQUESTED: The applicant has requested a modification to allow an increase to the maximum gross floor area permitted in Chapter 25-2 of the Land Development Code, Section 2.1 Subchapter F: Residential Design and Compatibility Standards to install a garage door to an existing attached carport of an existing single family residence in a SF-3-NP zoning district. **Item is continuation of postponement from October 1st, 2014 meeting** Commission’s Decision: Commissioner Mary Ingle motion to take no position on this case. No 2nd offered. Motion fails for lack of second. Commissioner Karen McGraw motion to postpone. Commissioner Ingle 2nd. POSTPONEMENT APPROVED 7-0 C DISCUSSION ITEMS: C-1 Draft letter to City Council regarding CodeNEXT approaches No discussion C-2 Discussion of the mission of the Residential Design and Compatibility Commission (RDCC). No discussion C-3 Current rewrite of the LDC (land development code) Karen McGraw- carport issues worked out last meeting, building line has posed an issue. Staff discussed potential problems with building line being tied to the principal structure. William Burkhardt- suggests prescribing the McMansion building line coincide with the minimum front setback line. Karen McGraw- 30 foot gable allowance gets caught up in the McMansion building line issue as well. Staff suggested building in flexibility in assigning the McMansion building line when lots have irregular shapes or curved front lot lines. Karen McGraw- parking area exemptions should be capped by limiting the site to a maximum of 450 sq ft. …
+ URBAN FORESTRY BOARD REGULAR MEETING Wednesday, January 28, 2015, - 5:30 p.m. Northwest Recreation Center 2913 Northland Austin, Texas URBAN FORESTRY BOARD MEMBERS: APPOINTMENT : Christopher Kite, Chair Council Member Laura Morrison, Place 4 Peggy Maceo (Vice-Chair) Council Member Kathie Tovo, Place 3 Len Newsom Council Member Bill Spelman, Place 5 Patrick Brewer Mayor Lee Leffingwell Nicholas Classen Mayor Pro-Tem Sheryl Cole, Place 6 Ryan Fleming Council Member Mike Martinez, Place 2 Keith Brown Council Member Chris Riley, Place 1 URBAN FORESTRY EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS : Michael Embesi, City Arborist, Planning and Development Review Department Pat Fuller, Division Manager, Parks and Recreation Department – Director Designee Vacant, Urban Forester, Planning and Development Review Department John Clement, Environmental Program Coordinator, Watershed Protection Department – Director Designee AGENDA A. CALL TO ORDER B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Urban Forestry Board meeting of December 17, 2014. C. CITIZEN COMMUNICATION The first 4 (four) speakers signed up prior to the calling of the meeting to order are allowed a three-minute allotment each to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. D. ANNOUNCEMENTS E. URBAN FORESTER EXECUTIVE LIAISON REPORT – Emily King, Environmental Program Manager, Planning, Development and Review Department, including: • Austin Urban Forest Plan Implementation Monthly Update • Monthly Notification: Removal of protected size trees on parkland that constitute an imminent public safety risk. • Summary of impacts to tree roots in Zilker Park from the U.S.A. Cycling Cyclo-Cross National Championships that occurred from January 7-12, 2015. • Update -- Public Works Department. F. ACTION ITEM BRIEFINGS 1. Overview of UFB By-Laws and functions to prepare for possible special called meeting with Environmental Board related to transfer of UFB responsibilities to Environmental Commission. Presenter: Chris Kite, UFB Board Chair G. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 1. Discussion and possible action on UFB By-Laws and functions to prepare for possible special called meeting with Environmental Board related to transfer of UFB responsibilities to Environmental Commission. Presenter: Chris Kite, UFB Board Chair H. BRIEFINGS – 10 Minute Limit For Each Briefing 1. Austin Energy Line Clearance Monthly Update – December 2014. Ray Henning, Line Clearance Superintendent, Austin Energy. 2. City Arborist Program Tree Preservation and Replenishment Monthly Update December 2014. Michael Embesi, City Arborist, Planning and Development Review Department. 3. City Arborist Program Heritage Tree Report – December 2014. Presenter: Michael Embesi, City Arborist, Planning and Development Review …
+ URBAN FORESTRY BOARD REGULAR MEETING Wednesday, December 17, 2014, - 5:30 p.m. Northwest Recreation Center 2913 Northland Austin, Texas URBAN FORESTRY BOARD REGULAR MEETING MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2014 Board Members in Attendance: Board Chair Chris Kite, Board Vice-Chair Peggy Maceo( left meeting at 7:05P.M.), Board Members Patrick Brewer, Nick Classen (arrived 6:02P.M), Ryan Fleming (arrived 5:52P.M.), Len Newsom Staff in Attendance: Parks and Recreation Department Lara Schuman, Acting Program Manager, Forestry Unit Robert Clawson, Nature Based Programs Division, UFB Staff Liaison Planning and Development Review Department: Angela Hanson, City of Austin Urban Forester, UFB Executive Liaison Keith Mars, Environmental Program Coordinator Austin Energy Department: Ray Henning, Line Clearance Supervisor Public Works Department: Rob Grotty, Urban Forestry Program Manager MEETING MINUTES A. CALL TO ORDER Board Chair Kite called the meeting to order at 5:40 P.M. B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Urban Forestry Board meeting of November 19, 2014. Motion made by Board Member Newsom, seconded by Board member Brewer to approve the meeting minutes of November 19, 2014. Approved by Board Chair Kite, Board Vice-Chair Maceo and Board members Brewer and Newsom. Board Member Classen and Fleming not arrived. Board member Brown absent. C. CITIZEN COMMUNICATION The first 4 (four) speakers signed up prior to the calling of the meeting to order are allowed a three-minute allotment each to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. None. D. ANNOUNCEMENTS Angela Hanson has accepted position with City of Austin Office of Innovation effective January 2015. E. URBAN FORESTER EXECUTIVE LIAISON REPORT – Angela Hanson, Urban Forester, including: • Austin Urban Forest Plan Implementation Monthly Update. Presentation given. • Monthly Notification: Removal of protected size trees on parkland that constitute an imminent public safety risk. Presentation given. • Update -- Public Works Department. No information. F. ACTION ITEM BRIEFINGS 1. Briefing on City of Austin Community Wildfire Protection Plan. Presenter: Justice Jones, Austin Fire Department. Presentation given. G. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 1. Make recommendation on City of Austin Community Wildfire Protection Plan. Motion made by Board Member Brewer, seconded by Board Member Fleming to make recommendation to City Council that before a Wildfire Protection Plan is made as a part of broader management plan on any public lands, that this board or an appropriate board be allowed to review it and make comments. Board Vice-Chair Maceo, and Board Members Brewer, …
