307 E 2nd Street Design Commission February 28, 2022 1 T r i n i t y S t r e e t S a n J a c i n t o B o u e v a r d l B r a z o s S t r e e t E 2nd Street E. Cesar Chavez Street 2 Current Zoning • Central Business District (CBD) • Surrounded by CBD zoning on all sides • Intended for an office, commercial, residential, or civic use located in the downtown area 3 Current Land Use - Restaurant - Small office - Leonard East House - Worked with Historic Preservation Office to preserve structure via off-site relocation and restoration - Approved by Historic Landmark Commission - No residential displacement 4 5 Project Facts Address: Lot Size: 307-319 E 2nd Street 0.527 acres / 22,956 square feet CBD Zoning Entitled Height: DDBP Allowable Height: Proposed Height: Unlimited Unlimited 756 feet / 65 floors CBD Zoning Entitled FAR: DDBP Allowable FAR: Proposed DDBP FAR: 8:1 25:1 24.98:1 6 Request 1. Compliance with LDC §25-2-586 (C)(1)(a): Substantial Compliance with Urban Design Guidelines 2. Compliance with LDC §25-2-586 (C)(1)(b): Project received substantial compliance letter from Working Group on February 9, 2022 3. Compliance with LDC §25-2-586 (C)(1)(c): Minimum Austin Energy Green Building 2-Star Rating 4. Review Community Benefits Information 7 Urban Design Guidelines February 9, 2022 8 9 Residential Levels 39 & Above Hotel Levels 17-36 1st and 2nd Floor Uses & Lobbies 10 Ground Floor Activation 11 Second Floor Activation 12 13 14 15 Building Materials/Textures 16 Great Streets Standards 17 Great Streets Standards 18 Community Benefits 19 Community Benefit Bonus Area 20 Summary 21 22
X X X X X X DESIGN COMMISSION Monday, January 24, 2022 6:00 PM Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions, Room 1101 301 W. 2nd St., Austin, TX 78701 Meeting Minutes Call to order by: Chair D. Carroll at 6:01 p.m. Member List David Carroll – Chair (District 1) Jessica Rollason – Vice-Chair (District 7) Jon Salinas (District 2) Samuel Franco (District 3) Josue Meiners (District 4) Evan Taniguchi (Mayor) X Melissa Hanao-Robledo (District 5) X X X X Jen Weaver (District 6) Aan Coleman (District 8) Bart Whatley (District 9) Ben Luckens (District 10) “X” Denote Commission Members who were in attendance CITY OF AUSTIN HOUSING AND PLANNING STAFF X Jorge E. Rousselin, Executive Liaison X Aaron D. Jenkins, Staff Liaison X Art Zamorano, Staff Liaison CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: . 1. NEW BUSINESS (Discussion and Possible Action): a. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB-MACC) Phase 2 project, located at 600 River Street, complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin; Heidi Tse and Mari Boren City of Austin Public Works Department • Heidi Tse - City of Austin Public Works Department, Juan Miró, Miguel Rivera, Mariana Martins, - Miró Rivera Architect-Tatiana Bilbao Estudio JV, Stephanie Saulmon - Ten Eyck Landscape Architects and Brian Wells – MWM Design Group presented and answered questions. Page 1 of 4 • Commissioner S. Franco made a motion to approve that the project complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin Commissioner J. Rollason seconded. • Commissioner A. Coleman made a friendly amendment to include with the understanding that the connection between the butler trail and rainy s treet is stronger and does not have to go through the building Commissinor S. Franco and Commissioner J. Rollason accepted the friendly amendment. The motion was approved [ 11 ayes, 0 nays,] • b. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the Waterloo Greenway – Creek Delta project, located at Waller Creek, complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin; Melissa Ayala and Chris Perkes Waterloo Greenway, Diana Wang City of Austin Waller Creek District Program. • Melissa Ayala and Chris Perkes Waterloo Greenway, Diana Wang City of Austin Waller Creek District Program presented and answered questions. • Commissioner E. Taniguchi made a motion …
Date: To: From: Subject: February 18, 2022 City of Austin Design Commission Planning & Urban Design Working Group Density Bonus Working Group review of 307 E 2nd Street for substantial compliance with the Urban Design Guidelines February 2, 2022; 2:00 pm; Virtual Microsoft Teams Meeting Dave Anderson- Drenner Group Meeting date: Applicant: The project is located at 307 E 2nd Street. The project includes mixed use of residential (482,317 sf) and retail (17,444 sf). The project also includes 9 parking levels (none underground). The applicant is seeking a Density Bonus to raise the FAR from 8:1 to 25:1 resulting in a total project gross area of 573,900 gsf. The site is 0.527 acres (22,956 sf) with a current allowable building size of 183,648 sf based on the current allowable 8:1 FAR. The total building height is 756 ft (65 floors). The maximum height achievable under the Density Bonus program is unlimited. Per the Density Bonus Program ordinance, the applicant is required to meet the three gatekeeper requirements: • Substantially comply with the City’s Urban Design Guidelines • Provide streetscape improvements along all public street frontages consistent with the Great Streets Program Standards • Applicant must commit to a minimum of 2-star green building rating (3-star proposed). WORKING GROUP COMMENTS REGARDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE URBAN DESIGN GUIDELINES AREA WIDE GUIDELINES 1. Create dense development – 25:1 far is being requested. Project complies with this Section. 2. Create mixed-use development – Residential (condos) and commercial (hotel) housing plus some streetscape oriented retail uses are proposed. Project complies with this Section. 3. Limit development which closes downtown streets – This project is not permanently closing down any streets. Project complies with this Section. 4. Buffer neighborhood edges- This project is located in a predominantly high-rise area so it blends in with the existing urban fabric. Project complies with this Section. Incorporate civic art in both public and private development – This project is proposing public art on the NW corner of the site. Project complies with this Section. 5. 6. Protect important public views – Since this project is already surrounded by high-rises, there are no important public views to protect. Not applicable. 7. Avoid historical misrepresentations – Project complies with this Section. 8. Respect adjacent historic buildings- There are no historic buildings adjacent to this project although a historic building is being relocated and restored. Not applicable. 9. Acknowledge that rooftops are …
STRATUS | BLOCK 150 | AUSTIN, TX DESIGN COMMISSION | 0 2 - 2 8 – 2 2 DESIGN COMMISSION | AUSTIN,TX | BLOCK 150 | 2020033 | 02-28-2022 LOCATION MAP Lady Bird Lake DOWNTOWN DOWNTOWN C C A A C C A A M M PIT PIT P P U U S S O O L L CIVICDISTRICT CIVIC DISTRICT CAPITOL D O M I N A N C E NIO STREET N T O N A SA U U N N I I V V E E R R SIT SIT A A U U S S Y Y O O TI TI N N F F T T E E X X A A S S 12TH STREET V I E W C 1/4 MILE RADIUS W W ESTEN EST EN D D O R R I D O R Shoal Creek MetroBus Stop MetroRail Stop Capitol Station DESIGN COMMISSION | AUSTIN,TX | BLOCK 150 | 2020033 | 02-28-2022 PROJECT OVERVIEW | PROGRAM SUMMARY 19,999 SF DMU 5.0 99,995 SF 10,412 SF DMU-H 5.0 52,060 SF 30,411 SF 15.0 456,165 SF 7,630 SF 15.0 14.6 448,535 SF 445,416 SF 588,048 SF 400’-0” 439,918 SF 337,794 SF 316 1,070 SF 8,972 SF 7,802 SF 340 1.07 156,033 SF SITE AREA LOT AREA: EXISTING ZONING: BASE FAR: BASE FAR AREA: AO WATSON SITE AREA: EXISTING ZONING: BASE FAR: BASE FAR AREA: COMBINED SITE AREA: MAX FAR: MAX ATTRIBUTABLE AREA: EXISTING HOUSE AREA: PROJECT MAX FAR: PROJECT ACTUAL FAR: TOTAL ALLOWABLE FAR AREA: TOTAL REQUESTED FAR AREA: TOTAL BUILDING GSF: HEIGHT: RESIDENTIAL GSF: RESIDENTIAL NSF: UNITS: AVG. UNIT SIZE: AMENITY GSF: BOH/MECH GSF: SHARED PARKING STALLS: PARKING RATIO: PARKING GSF: DENSITY BONUS AEGB 2 STAR CERTIFICATION LEED SILVER CERTIFICATION BONUS FAR AREA: 345,421 SF AO WATSON PARCEL CONTRIBUTES TOWARDS PROJECT DENSITY BONUS. 12TH STREET GUADALUPE STREET DESIGN COMMISSION | AUSTIN,TX | BLOCK 150 | 2020033 | 02-28-2022 GREAT STREETS SITE PLAN ADDITIONAL BIKE PARKING ABOVE GREAT STREETS REQUIREMENTS SCULPTURE GARDEN S S S S S S AE VAULT DOORS SHIFTED TO THE NORTH ALLEY UBER/RIDESHARE PICKUP S COMMEMORATIVE SPACE FOR ANNIE WEBB BLANTON DESIGN COMMISSION | AUSTIN,TX | BLOCK 150 | 2020033 | 02-28-2022 SOUTH ELEVATION | 12TH STREET PUBLIC ENTRY LEVEL 1 E X I S T I N G S L O P E AT S I T E PUBLIC ENTRY LEVEL 1.5 DESIGN COMMISSION | AUSTIN,TX | …
Block 150 URBAN DESIGN GUIDELINES MATRIX AREAWIDE URBAN GUIDELINES # DESIGN GUIDELINE MET DISCUSSION AW.1 Create dense development YES Block 150 will provide a dense downtown development with an FAR of 15:1. AW.2 Create mixed-use development YES Block 150 will provide a mixed-use project with 316 residential uses above 8,972 gross sf of pedestrian-oriented, ground-floor amenity space and adjacent to the on-site AO Watson House featuring publicly available restaurant space. AW.3 Limit development which closes downtown streets YES The applicant will implement a traffic control plan during construction. No streets will be permanently closed. AW.4 Buffer neighborhood edges N/A Block 150 is in the Uptown/Capitol District and will fully comply with Downtown Density Bonus program requirements. AW.5 Incorporate civic art in both public and private development NO There is not currently any planned participation in the Art in Public Places program. However, the applicant is incorporating publicly accessible art gallery space and a publicly accessible commemorative garden into the ground floor of the project. AW.6 Protect important public views YES Block 150 will not impact any protected view corridors. AW.7 Avoid historical misrepresentations YES Block 150 will implement a commemorative garden that recognizes the history of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International (above the ground floor, the building design is contemporary). It will also preserve and activate the on-site historic AO Watson House. {W1060521.4} # DESIGN GUIDELINE MET DISCUSSION AW.8 Respect adjacent historical buildings YES Block 150 will preserve the on-site historic AO Watson House – and will activate it for public enjoyment. AW.9 Acknowledge that rooftops are seen from other buildings and the street AW.10 Avoid the development of theme environments YES Block 150 will include above-ground outdoor terraces with plantings and will screen rooftop equipment. YES Block 150 will not include any mock representations or theme environments. AW.11 Recycle existing building stock NO To the extent possible, Block 150 will explore if it is feasible to salvage portions of the building stock. # DESIGN GUIDELINE MET DISCUSSION GUIDELINES FOR THE PUBLIC STREETSCAPE PS.1 Protect the pedestrian where the building meets the street YES Block 150 will provide street-tree coverage consistent with Great Streets standards along San Antonio and West 12th Street. In addition, the project will provide shaded ground-floor patio space and garden areas. PS.2 Minimize curb cuts YES Block 150 limits curb cuts only to San Antonio Street. PS.3 Create a potential for two-way streets YES Block …
DESIGN COMMISSION Monday, FEBRUARY 28, 2022, 6:00 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS & COMMISSIONS, ROOM 1101 301 W 2ND STREET, AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Design Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register email art.zamorano@austintexas.gov or call (512) 974-3583. CURRENT MEMBERS: David Carroll, Chair (District 1) Jon Salinas (District 2) Samuel Franco (District 3) Josue Meiners (District 4) Melissa Henao-Robledo (District 5) Evan Taniguchi (Mayor) Jen Weaver (District 6) Jessica Rollason Vice-Chair (District 7) Aan Coleman (District8) Bart Whatley (District9) Ben Luckens (District10) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 1. NEW BUSINESS (Discussion & Possible Action): a. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the Rainey Street Trailhead project, located at 36 East Ave., complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin. Applicant(s): Heidi Anderson Charlotte Tonsor and Nick Blok The Trailhead Foundation. b. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the project at 307 and 319 E. 2nd St., complies with the Urban Design Guidelines for the city of Austin. Applicant(s): Dave Anderson, Drenner Group; Larry Speck, Page/; Trent Rush, Hitchcock Design Group; and Jake George, Intracorp c. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether Block 150, located at 402 and 416 W. 12th St., complies with the Urban Design Guidelines for the city of Austin. Applicant(s): Michael Whellan, Armbrust & Brown; and Kelly Somers, SCB,. 2. COMMISSION-SPECIFIC BUSINESS (Discussion and Possible Action): a. Approval of the January 24th meeting minutes b. Update from representative on the Downtown Commission regarding last meeting c. Update from representative on the Joint Sustainability committee regarding last meeting d. Update from representative on the South-Central Waterfront Advisory Board 3. ANNOUNCEMENTS: a. Chair Announcements; b. c. Items from Commission Members; Items from City Staff; 4. 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 …
City of Austin - Design Commission Project Review Application The Design Commission provides advisory recommendations to the City Council to assist in developing public policy and to promote excellence in the design and development of the urban environment. The Design Commission reviews three types of projects: 1. City projects (see page ii for process) The Commission reviews all municipal buildings and associated site plans to ensure they demonstrate compliance with city design and sustainability standards (Council Resolution No. 20071129-046), including those seeking Subchapter E Design Standards Alternative Equivalent Compliance (AEC) (Council Resolution No. 20100923-086). 2. Destiny Bonus projects (see page iv for process) The Commission reviews density bonus projects for substantial compliance with the Urban Design Guidelines for Austin in accordance with the Gatekeeper requirements of LDC 25-2-586 for the Downtown Density Bonus Program. 3. Advisory Recommendations for Private projects (see page ii for process) The Commission will consider Project Review Applications from private projects during its regularly scheduled monthly public meetings and may issue an advisory recommendation in the form of a Project Review Letter to the Applicant. This Project Review Application must be submitted before your project can be presented to the Design Commission for their review. Design Commission requests project be presented in their Conceptual/Schematic Design phase. This application primarily addresses inhabited buildings and structures and their effect on the public realm; please refer to Appendix A for infrastructure type projects. The Commission's review of projects is based on the planning/design principles in the Urban Design Guidelines for Austin. Ensure that all applicable principles are addressed in the application questions and in your presentation. https://www.austintexas.gov/sites/default/files/files/Boards_and_Commissions/ Design_Commission_urban_design_guidelin es_for_austin.pdf The Design Commission supports the vision and principles of Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan, especially those that affect the urban environment and fabric. All projects should consider this vision and principles, many of which are similar to the Urban Design Guidelines. Refer to Appendix C for the most pertinent sections of Imagine Austin. The Design Commission expects the applicant’s design team to present their project with those most knowledgeable and encourages the inclusion of sub-consultants at the presentation, when deemed necessary. EXHIBITS TO PRESENT 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) Completed Project Review Application (p.1-6) Existing zoning classification, adjacent zoning & uses, future land use map classification, topography Vicinity plan, including public transportation and connectivity on-site and within quarter mile Site plan and landscape plan Ground level, basement …
Date: To: From: Subject: February 18, 2022 City of Austin Design Commission Planning & Urban Design Working Group Density Bonus Working Group review of 307 E 2nd Street for substantial compliance with the Urban Design Guidelines February 2, 2022; 2:00 pm; Virtual Microsoft Teams Meeting Dave Anderson- Drenner Group Meeting date: Applicant: The project is located at 307 E 2nd Street. The project includes mixed use of residential (482,317 sf) and retail (17,444 sf). The project also includes 9 parking levels (none underground). The applicant is seeking a Density Bonus to raise the FAR from 8:1 to 25:1 resulting in a total project gross area of 573,900 gsf. The site is 0.527 acres (22,956 sf) with a current allowable building size of 183,648 sf based on the current allowable 8:1 FAR. The total building height is 756 ft (65 floors). The maximum height achievable under the Density Bonus program is unlimited. Per the Density Bonus Program ordinance, the applicant is required to meet the three gatekeeper requirements: • Substantially comply with the City’s Urban Design Guidelines • Provide streetscape improvements along all public street frontages consistent with the Great Streets Program Standards • Applicant must commit to a minimum of 2-star green building rating (3-star proposed). WORKING GROUP COMMENTS REGARDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE URBAN DESIGN GUIDELINES AREA WIDE GUIDELINES 1. Create dense development – 25:1 far is being requested. Project complies with this Section. 2. Create mixed-use development – Residential (condos) and commercial (hotel) housing plus some streetscape oriented retail uses are proposed. Project complies with this Section. 3. Limit development which closes downtown streets – This project is not permanently closing down any streets. Project complies with this Section. 4. Buffer neighborhood edges- This project is located in a predominantly high-rise area so it blends in with the existing urban fabric. Project complies with this Section. Incorporate civic art in both public and private development – This project is proposing public art on the NW corner of the site. Project complies with this Section. 5. 6. Protect important public views – Since this project is already surrounded by high-rises, there are no important public views to protect. Not applicable. 7. Avoid historical misrepresentations – Project complies with this Section. 8. Respect adjacent historic buildings- There are no historic buildings adjacent to this project although a historic building is being relocated and restored. Not applicable. 9. Acknowledge that rooftops are …
Block 150 URBAN DESIGN GUIDELINES MATRIX AREAWIDE URBAN GUIDELINES # DESIGN GUIDELINE MET DISCUSSION AW.1 Create dense development YES Block 150 will provide a dense downtown development with an FAR of 15:1. AW.2 Create mixed-use development YES Block 150 will provide a mixed-use project with 316 residential uses above 8,972 gross sf of pedestrian-oriented, ground-floor amenity space and adjacent to the on-site AO Watson House featuring publicly available restaurant space. AW.3 Limit development which closes downtown streets YES The applicant will implement a traffic control plan during construction. No streets will be permanently closed. AW.4 Buffer neighborhood edges N/A Block 150 is in the Uptown/Capitol District and will fully comply with Downtown Density Bonus program requirements. AW.5 Incorporate civic art in both public and private development NO There is not currently any planned participation in the Art in Public Places program. However, the applicant is incorporating publicly accessible art gallery space and a publicly accessible commemorative garden into the ground floor of the project. AW.6 Protect important public views YES Block 150 will not impact any protected view corridors. AW.7 Avoid historical misrepresentations YES Block 150 will implement a commemorative garden that recognizes the history of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International (above the ground floor, the building design is contemporary). It will also preserve and activate the on-site historic AO Watson House. {W1060521.4} # DESIGN GUIDELINE MET DISCUSSION AW.8 Respect adjacent historical buildings YES Block 150 will preserve the on-site historic AO Watson House – and will activate it for public enjoyment. AW.9 Acknowledge that rooftops are seen from other buildings and the street AW.10 Avoid the development of theme environments YES Block 150 will include above-ground outdoor terraces with plantings and will screen rooftop equipment. YES Block 150 will not include any mock representations or theme environments. AW.11 Recycle existing building stock NO To the extent possible, Block 150 will explore if it is feasible to salvage portions of the building stock. # DESIGN GUIDELINE MET DISCUSSION GUIDELINES FOR THE PUBLIC STREETSCAPE PS.1 Protect the pedestrian where the building meets the street YES Block 150 will provide street-tree coverage consistent with Great Streets standards along San Antonio and West 12th Street. In addition, the project will provide shaded ground-floor patio space and garden areas. PS.2 Minimize curb cuts YES Block 150 limits curb cuts only to San Antonio Street. PS.3 Create a potential for two-way streets YES Block …
X X X X X X DESIGN COMMISSION Monday, January 24, 2022 6:00 PM Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions, Room 1101 301 W. 2nd St., Austin, TX 78701 Meeting Minutes Call to order by: Chair D. Carroll at 6:01 p.m. Member List David Carroll – Chair (District 1) Jessica Rollason – Vice-Chair (District 7) Jon Salinas (District 2) Samuel Franco (District 3) Josue Meiners (District 4) Evan Taniguchi (Mayor) X Melissa Hanao-Robledo (District 5) X X X X Jen Weaver (District 6) Aan Coleman (District 8) Bart Whatley (District 9) Ben Luckens (District 10) “X” Denote Commission Members who were in attendance CITY OF AUSTIN HOUSING AND PLANNING STAFF X Jorge E. Rousselin, Executive Liaison X Aaron D. Jenkins, Staff Liaison X Art Zamorano, Staff Liaison CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: . 1. NEW BUSINESS (Discussion and Possible Action): a. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB-MACC) Phase 2 project, located at 600 River Street, complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin; Heidi Tse and Mari Boren City of Austin Public Works Department • Heidi Tse - City of Austin Public Works Department, Juan Miró, Miguel Rivera, Mariana Martins, - Miró Rivera Architect-Tatiana Bilbao Estudio JV, Stephanie Saulmon - Ten Eyck Landscape Architects and Brian Wells – MWM Design Group presented and answered questions. Page 1 of 4 • Commissioner S. Franco made a motion to approve that the project complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin Commissioner J. Rollason seconded. • Commissioner A. Coleman made a friendly amendment to include with the understanding that the connection between the butler trail and rainy s treet is stronger and does not have to go through the building Commissinor S. Franco and Commissioner J. Rollason accepted the friendly amendment. The motion was approved [ 11 ayes, 0 nays,] • b. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the Waterloo Greenway – Creek Delta project, located at Waller Creek, complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin; Melissa Ayala and Chris Perkes Waterloo Greenway, Diana Wang City of Austin Waller Creek District Program. • Melissa Ayala and Chris Perkes Waterloo Greenway, Diana Wang City of Austin Waller Creek District Program presented and answered questions. • Commissioner E. Taniguchi made a motion …
X X X X X X DESIGN COMMISSION Monday, January 24, 2022 6:00 PM Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions, Room 1101 301 W. 2nd St., Austin, TX 78701 Meeting Minutes Call to order by: Chair D. Carroll at 6:01 p.m. Member List David Carroll – Chair (District 1) Jessica Rollason – Vice-Chair (District 7) Jon Salinas (District 2) Samuel Franco (District 3) Josue Meiners (District 4) Evan Taniguchi (Mayor) X Melissa Hanao-Robledo (District 5) X X X X Jen Weaver (District 6) Aan Coleman (District 8) Bart Whatley (District 9) Ben Luckens (District 10) “X” Denote Commission Members who were in attendance CITY OF AUSTIN HOUSING AND PLANNING STAFF X Jorge E. Rousselin, Executive Liaison X Aaron D. Jenkins, Staff Liaison X Art Zamorano, Staff Liaison CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: . 1. NEW BUSINESS (Discussion and Possible Action): a. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB-MACC) Phase 2 project, located at 600 River Street, complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin; Heidi Tse and Mari Boren City of Austin Public Works Department • Heidi Tse - City of Austin Public Works Department, Juan Miró, Miguel Rivera, Mariana Martins, - Miró Rivera Architect-Tatiana Bilbao Estudio JV, Stephanie Saulmon - Ten Eyck Landscape Architects and Brian Wells – MWM Design Group presented and answered questions. Page 1 of 4 • Commissioner S. Franco made a motion to approve that the project complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin Commissioner J. Rollason seconded. • Commissioner A. Coleman made a friendly amendment to include with the understanding that the connection between the butler trail and rainy s treet is stronger and does not have to go through the building Commissinor S. Franco and Commissioner J. Rollason accepted the friendly amendment. The motion was approved [ 11 ayes, 0 nays,] • b. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the Waterloo Greenway – Creek Delta project, located at Waller Creek, complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin; Melissa Ayala and Chris Perkes Waterloo Greenway, Diana Wang City of Austin Waller Creek District Program. • Melissa Ayala and Chris Perkes Waterloo Greenway, Diana Wang City of Austin Waller Creek District Program presented and answered questions. • Commissioner E. Taniguchi made a motion …
David Carroll, Chair Jessica Rollason, Vice Chair Melissa Henao-Robledo, Aan Coleman Samuel Franco Ben Luckens Josue Meiners Jon Salinas Evan Taniguchi Jen Weaver Bart Whatley Jorge Rousselin, Executive Liaison Gunner Garnos Staff Liaison Art Zamorano Staff Liaison City of Austin Design Commission DESIGN COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20220228-1A Date: March 07, 2022 Subject: Design Commission recommendation for the Rainey Street Trailhead project, located at 36 East Avenue. Commissioner Meiners Commissioner Henao-Robledo Seconded By: Commissioner Franco Motioned By: Amended By: Recommendation: The City of Austin Design Commission recommends that the Rainey Street Trailhead project, as presented to us on February 28, 2022, complies with the City of Austin’s Design and Sustainability Standards. This endorsement comes with the additional recommendation that the project provide clearer direction on what means of water access will be allowed and that easily identifiable trail access is provided for all means identified. Rationale: Dear Honorable Mayor & City Council, This letter is to confirm the Design Commission’s support of the Rainey Street Trailhead project, as presented to us. Our review found the following positive attributes: 1. Proposes to increase tree canopy/ shade 2. Conducted thorough community outreach 3. Provides for extensive native plan restoration 4. Design provides both active and rest areas. 5. Proposes improved trail lighting Respectfully, City of Austin Design Commission Vote: For: Chair Carroll, Commissioner Salinas, Commissioner Franco, Commissioner Meiners, Commissioner Henao- 6- 0 - 1 Robledo, Commissioner Weaver Against: n/a Abstain: Commissioner Taniguchi Absent: Vice-Chair Rollason, Commissioner Coleman, Commissioner Whatley, Commissioner Luckens Attest: David Carroll, Chair City of Austin Design Commission 1 of 1 Design Commission Recommendation 20220228-1A Rainey Street Trailhead Project
David Carroll, Chair Jessica Rollason, Vice Chair Melissa Henao-Robledo, Aan Coleman Samuel Franco Ben Luckens Josue Meiners Jon Salinas Evan Taniguchi Jen Weaver Bart Whatley Jorge Rousselin, Executive Liaison Gunner Garnos Staff Liaison Art Zamorano Staff Liaison City of Austin Design Commission DESIGN COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20220228-1C Date: March 07, 2022 Subject: Design Commission recommendation for the Block 150 project located at 402 & 416 West 12th Street. Seconded By: Commissioner Henao-Robledo Motioned By: Commissioner Meiners Friendly Amendment: Commissioner Franco Recommendation: The City of Austin Design Commission recommends that the Block 150 project located at 402 & 416 West 12th Street, as presented to us on February 28, 2022, substantially complies with the City of Austin Urban Design Guidelines, with the additional recommendation that the proposed public art space prioritizes underserved artists in the community. Rationale: Dear Director of Housing and Planning Department, This letter is to confirm the Design Commission’s recommendation that the Block 150 project located at 402 & 416 West 12th Street, substantially complies with the Urban Design Guidelines as one of the gatekeeper requirements of the Downtown Density Bonus Program, with the additional recommendation listed above. Our review found the following positive attributes: 1. For community benefits, the project proposes public art gallery, outdoor garden, public restaurant with outdoor seating, sculpture garden, and a public terrace. 2. Project engages the A.O. Watson house as an amenity 3. Proposed design places all utilities in alley 4. Proposed design does not place any curb cuts on 12th Street, which has a steep grade. Respectfully, City of Austin Design Commission Vote: For: Evan Taniguchi, Melissa Henao-Robledo, Jen Weaver, Josue Meiners, David Carroll, Jon Salinas, Samuel 7 - 0 - 0 Franco Against: None Absent: Ben Luckens, Aan Coleman, Jessica Rollason, Bart Whatley Attest: David Carroll, Chair of the Design Commission 1 of 1 Design Commission Recommendation 20220228-1C Block 150 Project
MAYOR’S COMMITTEE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES SPECIAL CALLED MEETING Friday, February 25, 2022 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Austin City Hall, Board & Commission Room, Room 1101 301 W 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may speak up to three minutes on an item only once either in-person or remotely. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register call or email the board liaison at 512-974-3203 or jonathan.babiak@austintexas.gov. Jonathan Franks, Chair Emily Shryock, Vice Chair Diana Anzaldua Taurean Burt Kathryn Broadwater CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Joey Gidseg Diane Kearns-Osterweil Robin Orlowski Jennifer S. Powell Deborah Trejo CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA Speakers who register before the meeting is called to order will each be allowed three minutes to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. A. Consider approval of the minutes from the Mayor’s Committee for People with 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Disabilities June 11, 2021 Meeting. 2. NEW BUSINESS: A. Discussion and possible action to approve the 2022 meeting schedule. B. Discussion and possible action regarding selection of members to represent the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities on the Joint Inclusion Committee. C. Discussion and possible action regarding moving the Americans with Disabilities Act Program Into the Civil Rights Office. D. Discussion and possible action regarding Funding for Healthcare Navigation and Liaison Programs Benefiting Austin’s Immigrant Communities. ATX Resolution. E. Discussion and possible action regarding Family Connects in Response to the Resilient F. Discussion and possible action on a recommendation for a joint initiative by the City and County to create a downtown mental health diversion program. G. Discussion and possible action on a grant to address community-identified transportation challenges in North Austin's Georgian Acres neighborhood. H. Discussion and possible action on budget and specifically a request that the City provide additional funding for adult day habilitation. 4. STAFF BRIEFINGS AND COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCEMENTS 3. OLD BUSINESS None 5. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 6. 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 …
LIBRARY COMMISSION SPECIAL CALLED MEETING February 24, 2022 – 6 p.m. City Hall Boards and Commissions Room 1101 301 W 2nd St. AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Library Commission may be participating by videoconference. 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. Public comment will be allowed via telephone at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely, members of the public must call or email the board liaison at 512-974-7420 or sharon.herfurth@austintexas.gov no later than noon, Wednesday, February 23. Once a request to speak has been made to the board liaison, the information to call on the day of the scheduled meeting will be provided either by email or phone call. Speakers must call in at least 15 minutes prior to meeting start time. CURRENT COMMISSION MEMBERS: Julia Aguilar; Patricia Dabbert, Chair; JC Dwyer; Eric Frierson; Lynda Infante; Ryan Marquess; Courtney Rosenthal; Steven Self, Vice-Chair; Mark Smith and Lily Trieu AGENDA CALL TO ORDER CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. Approval of Minutes from the January 24, 2022 Regular Meeting 3. Briefings: Recycled Reads Bookstore, Hannah Terrell, Division Manager, Branch Services Book Selection and Reconsideration Policies, Slaven Lee, Customer Access Division Manager 4. Old Business: none 5. New Business a. Discussion of Budget Calendar and Boards and Commissions Recommendations for FY2022-23 Budget, Wendy Harrison, Financial Manager b. Discussion and possible action on a “Freedom to Read” working group c. Discussion of a possible commission planning retreat in March 6. Discussion of Director’s Report for February covering programming highlights, facilities, and APL Priorities 7. 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 (48 hours) 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 24 January, 2022 REGULAR MEETING 24 January, 2022 THE LIBRARY COMMISSION MINUTES The Library Commission convened in a Regular Meeting on Monday, January 24, 2022 at the Central Library, 710 W Cesar Chavez, in Austin, Texas. Chair Dabbert called the Board Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Chair Pat Dabbert, Vice Chair Steven Self and Commission Members Julia Aguilar, JC Dwyer, Eric Frierson, Lynda Infante, Ryan Marquess, Courtney Rosenthal, and Mark Smith Board Members Absent: Commission Member Lily Trieu Citizen Communication: General none 1. Welcome and Introductions Chair Dabbert welcomed the Commission members 2. Approval of Minutes from the December 13, 2021 Regular Meeting The minutes of the regular meeting were approved on a 9-0 vote. Commission Member Trieu absent. 3. Briefings: Town hall meetings on Digital Inclusion in partnership with the Community Technology and Telecommunications Commission was given by Nehemiah Pitts, Chair, Community Technology & Telecommunications Commission and Khotan Harmon, Consultant, Telecommunications & Regulatory Affairs, Financial Services Dept. Austin History Center Volunteer Services was given by Paul Lopez, Volunteer Services & Internship Program Coordinator 4. Old Business: none 5. New Business a. Discussion and possible action on Fine Free Libraries working group draft Recommendation20220124-5a: Eliminate Late Fees at Austin Public Library. Recommendation 20220124-5a: Eliminate Late Fees at Austin Public Library was approved on Commission Member Smith’s motion and Commission Member Infante’s second on a 9- 0 vote. Commission Member Trieu absent. Library Commission Meeting Minutes 24 January, 2022 6. Discussion of Director’s Monthly Report for January covering programming highlights, facilities, and APL Priorities Director Weeks gave the report. 7. Future Agenda Items Facilities Update Recycled Reads Update Freedom to Read | book challenges Planning Retreat Use of Central Rental Spaces Adjournment: Chair Dabbert adjourned the meeting at 6:52 p.m. without objection.
Special Report January 2022 Volunteers Total Volunteers as of Jan-2022 Active Volunteers Volunteer Hours Salary Value x $26.43 = Volunteers Age Bracket Volunteers Race/Ethnicity Years of Service 713 40 299.35 $7,911.82 13-17 18-24 25-35 36-45 46-55 56-65 2 2 6 6 3 6 4 17 14 10 White Black/Af-Am Hisp-Latinx Native Am Asian Pacific Multi-Racial We revised the Volunteer Application in January 2022 to collect this data. This is optional/voluntary. <1 1-3 3-5 5 + Monthly Trends Active Volunteers Volunteer Hours Salary Value x $26.43 = 66+ 15 Not Provided Oct-21 Nov-21 Dec-21 Jan-22 70 57 46 40 611.4 404.32 342.70 299.35 16,159.30 10,686.18 9,057.56 7,911.82 Locations with Volunteers as of January 2022 Twin Oaks – 7 Old Quarry – 3 Central – 6 Milwood - 4 Manchaca – 5 Hampton - 2 Recycled Read – 5 Carver - 1 Spicewood – 4 North Village - 1 History Center – 4 Milwood – 4 Contact: Emi Johnson, Business Process Consultant Monthly Activity Report 2/10/2022 2:38 PM
Director’s Report February 2022 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS HIghlights __________________________________________________________________ 3 Facilities Services ____________________________________________________________ 5 FY2018 Bond Program Summary ___________________________________________________________ 5 FY2012 Bond Program Summary ___________________________________________________________ 8 Austin History Center ________________________________________________________ 11 Library Priorities ____________________________________________________________ 12 Literacy Advancement ___________________________________________________________________ 12 Digital Inclusion & STEM _________________________________________________________________ 12 Equity, Diversity & Inclusion _______________________________________________________________ 13 Civic and Community Engagement _________________________________________________________ 13 Staff Development ______________________________________________________________________ 13 Workforce and Economic Development ______________________________________________________ 13 APL By the Numbers ________________________________________________________ 14 Collections Circulation January ____________________________________________________________ 14 HIGHLIGHTS 3 Austin Public Library Eliminating Overdue Fines Following Historic City Council Vote On February 17, the Austin City Council unanimously voted to eliminate fines for overdue library materials at Austin Public Library. “The Austin Public Library is committed to providing free and equitable access to all of our resources for the citizens of Austin,” stated Austin Public Library director Roosevelt Weeks. “We want to make sure our resources are available to those impacted the most by fines.” Late fines create a financial barrier for many people in accessing library materials, and have been found to be an ineffective way of encouraging materials returns. Studies of libraries in other communities that have eliminated late fines have found that ending late fines actually results in a higher rate of books being returned, as people are less likely to avoid the library if they are not concerned about having to pay money. In 2019, in acknowledgement that monetary library fines are a form of social inequity, the American Library Association passed a resolution encouraging libraries throughout the nation to discontinue fees for overdue library materials as a mechanism to increase library usage and expand access for all populations. Over 400 libraries in the United States have already removed fines for overdue materials. Earlier this year, the Austin Library Commission issued a unanimous recommendation to City Council that late fines be eliminated at Austin Public Library. “The Library Commission is very excited for what this change means for ensuring more equitable access to our libraries,” stated Patricia Dabbert, Chair of the Austin Library Commission. “I am grateful for the work my fellow commissioners have done in taking the lead on this issue. The move to going fine-free is not retroactive, but the Library is investigating equitable ways to help cardholders with existing fines so that they may continue using their cards. In 2018, the Austin Public Library eliminated fines for overdue children’s materials. Also, …
Austin Public Library Policy and Procedures Manual Subject: Materials Selection Policy Effective Date: August 5, 2012 Revised: October 1, 2021 Contact: Customer Access Division Manager Telephone: 974-7476 Department Director’s Approval: To articulate the principles, policies, and criteria that guide the staff in selecting materials to develop responsive collections for the library system and to inform the public on these principles and selection standards used by the Library. Purpose: Commitment: We are committed to providing easy access to books and information for all ages through responsive professionals, engaging programs, and state-of-the-art technology in a safe and friendly environment. Austin Public Library prioritizes a commitment to equity ensuring that all members of the Austin community have equitable access to library services and programs. Diversity and inclusion are about respecting, understanding, honoring, and welcoming all members of the staff and community into the library. Decisions about hiring, collection development, policies, and programming are made with a lens of equity, diversity, and inclusion. I. principles: Principles The Austin Public Library Materials Selection Policy is based on the following A. Materials are selected which provide for the interest, information, enlightenment, entertainment, education, development, and enrichment of all library customers, within budgetary constraints and availability of materials. B. The freedom to read, along with the freedom to hear and to view, is protected by the First Amendment to the Constitution of the United States. This freedom, essential to our democracy, will be upheld, supported, and defended in the selection and accessibility of all library materials. In this regard, the library upholds the principles of the American Library Association's Library Bill of Rights, Freedom to Read, Freedom to View, Statement on Labeling, and Free Access to Libraries for Minors as well as to the Texas Library Association's Intellectual Freedom Statement. C. Selection of materials does not constitute or imply agreement with or approval of the content, viewpoint, implications, or presentation of the materials. D. The library staff does not serve in loco parentis. It is the parent(s), and only the parent(s), who may restrict their children, and only their own children, from access to library materials. Responsibility for children's reading rests with their parent(s) and/or legal guardian(s). Selection will not be inhibited by the possibility that materials may inadvertently come into the possession of children. E. The library is not a judicial body. Laws governing obscenity, subversive materials, and other questionable matters are subject to interpretation by …
Request for Reconsideration of Library Materials The Austin Public Library staff selects materials for all collections in accordance with the criteria stated in the Materials Selection Policy. By completing this form, you are requesting that the Library: Remove item from collection Please provide the following information: Type of Material: _____________________________________________________________________ (book, recording, periodical, etc.) Title of Work: ________________________________________________________________________ Author of Work: ______________________________________________________________________ Have you read, viewed, or listened to the entire work? If not, with which parts are you familiar? Yes No Have you read reviews of the work? If so, please tell us where: Yes No Are there portions of this work to which you specifically object? If so, please cite page numbers: Yes No Why do you feel the Library should reconsider this work? Request for Reconsideration of Library Materials _____________________ Date _____________________________________________________________________________________ Your Name _____________________________________________________________________________________ Signature _____________________________________________________________________________________ Organization Represented (if any) _____________________________________________________________________________________ Address _____________________________________________________________________________________ Library Location _____________________________________ Staff Signature _____________________________________ Date Received Staff please send form to Library Director immediately. Request for Reconsideration of Library materials FOR STAFF USE ONLY Collection Development Manager opinion: Director: Agree Disagree Comments: OUTCOME
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Library Commission Meeting Minutes 24 February, 2022 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING 24 February, 2022 THE LIBRARY COMMISSION MINUTES The Library Commission convened in a Special Called Hybrid Meeting on Thursday, February, 2022 at the Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room, #1101, 301 W Cesar Chavez, in Austin, Texas. Chair Dabbert called the Board Meeting to order at 6:03 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: In-person - Chair Pat Dabbert, Commission Members Courtney Rosenthal and Mark Smith Virtually - Vice Chair Steven Self, Commission Members Julia Aguilar, JC Dwyer, Lynda Infante, Ryan Marquess, and Lily Trieu Board Members Absent: Eric Frierson Citizen Communication: General None 1. Welcome and Introductions Chair Dabbert welcomed the Commission members and took roll call of members present. 2. Approval of Minutes from the January 24, 2022 Regular Meeting The minutes of the regular meeting were approved on a 9-0 vote. Commission Member Frierson absent. 3. Briefings: Recycled Reads Bookstore was given by Hannah Terrell, Division Manager, Branch Services; and Book Selection and Reconsideration Policies was given by Slaven Lee, Customer Access Division Manager 4. Old Business: none 5. New Business a. Presentation and discussion: Discussion of Budget Calendar and Boards and Commissions Recommendations for FY2022-23 Budget, Wendy Harrison, Financial Manager, gave the presentation. b. Discussion and possible action on a “Freedom to Read” working group Library Commission Meeting Minutes 24 February, 2022 The creation of a Freedom to Read working group was approved on Commission Member Rosenthal’s motion and Commission Member Smith’s second on a 9-0 vote. Commission Member Frierson absent. The group will report back to the commission with recommendations for action to support public access to diverse library materials and to resist library censorship efforts. c. Discussion of a possible commission planning retreat in March Chair Dabbert will share two (2) possible dates for a 2-hour planning retreat in March with Commission Members. 6. Discussion of Director’s Monthly Report for December covering programming highlights, facilities, and APL Priorities Director of Libraries, Roosevelt Weeks, gave the report. 7. Future Agenda Items Facilities Update – March 2022 Enhanced Library Cards – March 2022 Civic Engagement – April 2022 Adjournment: Chair Dabbert adjourned the meeting at 7:15 p.m. without objection
ARTS COMMISSION MEETING February 24, 2022 AT 6:00 PM Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001 301 W 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the Arts Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register, contact Jesús Pantel at jesus.pantel@austintexas.gov or at 512-974-9315. AGENDA CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Michelle Polgar – Chair, Celina Zisman – Vice Chair, Brett Barnes, Jaime Castillo, Lulu Flores, Felipe Garza, Acia Gray, kYmberly Keeton, Amy Mok, Heidi Schmalbach, Rick Van Dyke CALL TO ORDER CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers who register to speak no later than Noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. Approve the minutes for the regular Arts Commission meeting on: i. January 31, 2022 2. CHAIR’S REPORT a. Updates – equity working group; music commission vote b. Art in Public Places Liaison Report - Commissioner Barnes c. Austin Economic Development Corporation/Cultural Trust Advisory Committee Report – Carl Settles d. Downtown Commission Report – Commissioner Mok 3. SPECIAL PRESENTATION a. Airbnb – Luis Briones, Texas Public Policy and Government Affairs Director b. Austin Community College Nonprofit Center CommunitySpace launch – Barry Silverberg, Executive Director, Center for Nonprofit Studies and Nonprofit Austin at ACC and Chris Servini, Associate Vice Chancellor for Community and Public Affairs 4. STAFF BRIEFINGS a. Intergovernmental Relations update – Brie Franco b. Capital Improvements Projects updates – Laura Esparza, Museums and Cultural Programs Division Manager c. Legal Consideration Related to Equity in Economic Development Department Hotel Occupancy Tax Funded Programs – Neal Falgoust, City of Austin Law Department Attorney d. Fiscal Sponsorship Update – Jesús Pantel, Cultural Funding Supervisor e. Hotel Occupancy Tax Update – Sylnovia Holt-Rabb, Acting Economic Development Department Director f. Cultural Funding Review Process Update – Meghan Wells, Cultural Arts Division Manager 5. OLD BUSINESS a. Discussion and Possible Action on Cultural Funding Review Process b. Discussion and Possible Action on Working Groups and Working Group Updates i. Equity Working Group with Community Arts leaders …
Arts Commission Meeting Short-Term Rental HOT Tax Collection Background ● In 2016, Austin City Council passed an ordinance that would restrict short-term rentals where the owner doesn't live on the property; so-called "Type 2 STRs" would be phased out by 2022. Prior to the 2016 effort, Austin Council had passed their original (2012) ordinance, with further amendments in 2013. ○ The Texas Third Court of Appeals declared this ordinance unconstitutional in 2019 and later denied the City’s motion for reconsideration. ● The City of Austin has issued few Type 2 operating licenses for short-term Rental property owners in the past decade; ○ Unlicensed hosts cannot pay HOT tax without receiving penalties from Austin Code. ● Platforms need an agreement with the City to collect and remit HoT tax. Background (Cont.) ● Austin has grown to be the leading short-term rental market in Texas. ● Short-term rental platforms have taken action to prevent community nuisances and promote safety at listings. ○ Suspended dozens of listings for party violations. ○ ○ Blocked thousands of bookings during holiday weekends for hosts that have violations. ● Short-term rental platforms have entered into many of these agreement with different government Launched a 24/7 neighborhood support portal and a law enforcement portal. entities around Texas: ○ The State of Texas, Comal County, Abilene, Houston, Corpus Christi, Galveston, Glen Rose, Plano, etc. ● There’s momentum with some on council to pass a similar agreement in Austin. Cultural Arts Letter of Support ● Several arts organizations within the Red River Cultural Arts District and Austin Cultural Arts Division have signed onto a letter of support – encouraging City Council to adopt an agreement that requires STR platforms to collect HOT tax on behalf of hosts. Cultural Arts Supporters ZACH Theatre Red River Cultural District The Archive Theater Jarrott Productions KJ Sanchez American Records Rude Mechs The Hidden Room Theatre Penfold Theatre Company ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Ground Floor Theatre Color Arc Productions ● Candyce Lucien Rusk ● ● Gary Thornsberry ● Kirk Lynn (Associate Professor, Univ. of Texas at Austin) ● Gilbert & Sullivan Austin ● Salvage Vanguard ● Southwest Theatre Productions ● Max Langert (Cinnamon Path Theater & Airbnb user) The VORTEX ● The City Theatre Company ● ● Christina J. Moore, ScriptWorks Polling Background ● ● ● A recent survey showed voter support for both Short-Term Rentals in Austin and …
Leverages ACC’s role in the community , providing a critical nonprofit need – physical meeting space – and the unique value proposition of ACC, to create an essential asset to support the area’s nonprofits and to better the Greater Austin community. City of Austin Arts Commission February 24, 2022 Co‐working space Meeting & Conference space Grant Research Center Nonprofit Library KnowHow Mentor Network Intentional community building & connections between nonprofits & ACC & amongst themselves Access to Nonprofit Austin staff, expertise, & services Collaboration, Connection, and Caring Nonprofit Austin at ACC Community Space 5930 Middle Fiskville Road, 78752 Meeting Rooms Collaboration, Connection, and Caring Social Equity Committed to working within a framework that integrates social justice principles while supporting and respecting accountability to advance social equity within the nonprofit community Recognizing historic disparities that limit adherence to generally accepted organizational standards, we strive to address and eliminate such roadblocks in our programs and services. Nonprofit Austin will provide free assistance to those members who are not Texas nonprofit corporations to obtain their Texas nonprofit corporation status, obtain their Employers Identification Number, and draft their bylaws. We will also assist CommunitySpace members to apply for IRS 501(c)(3) determinations for a fee. Collaboration, Connection, and Caring Multi‐Tiered Organizational Membership Connector members receive a physical space to work, connect with other nonprofit organizations and practitioners, and have access to CommunitySpace’s many amenities, benefits, and working areas, including our meeting and event space. They do not have dedicated space, nor can they store anything overnight. Connectors join for a three‐month period at a time. $75 per seat per month Collaborator members receive a dedicated work area with storage. They may receive mail care of CommunitySpace and enjoy greater benefits than Connectors. Collaborators join for a six‐month period at a time. $250 per seat per month Collaboration, Connection, and Caring https://www.nonprofitaustin.org /communityspace/amenities‐ benefits/ https://www.nonprofitaustin.org/communityspace/ Barry Silverberg, Executive Director Nonprofit Austin and Center for Nonprofit Studies at ACC bsilverb@austincc.edu nonprofitaustin.org Collaboration, Connection, and Caring
CULTURAL FACILITIES IMPROVEMENTS UPDATE Laura Esparza, Division Manager, Acting Assistant Director Austin Parks and Recreation Department PROJECTS IN PROGRESS Rehabilitation of the O.Henry Museum (HOT Funded) Elisabeth Ney Museum Restoration (2012 Bond) George Washington Carver Museum & Cultural Center Rehabilitation (2018 Bond) Dougherty Arts Center Replacement (2018 Bond) Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Phase 2 (2018 Bond) Asian American Resource Center Phase 2 (2018 Bond) O.Henry Museum Rehabilitation Sealed the building envelope Replaced HVAC System Installed Fire Suppression System Installed enhanced security system Improved site lighting Opens late Spring 2022 Brush Square Improvements slated for late 2022 Elisabet Ney Museum Improvements Balcony to be rehabilitated this spring; substantial completion April 15th Restore historic window and doors, seal building envelope Enhance lighting, humidity control, HVAC system, fire suppression system Replace security system, bathroom fixtures and bridge Proposed interpretive plan in partnership with Friends of the Ney Will close for up to two years in early 2023 George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center Improvements Roof repaired/replaced HVAC replacement Security system updated Fire Suppression System updated Security gating and fencing added Theater will be renovated with new lighting system, repair of the fly system, additional safety lighting, additional multi-media capabilities in 2022-2024. Dougherty Arts Center Project is in design development phase. Enhanced features include: two theaters, two galleries, two ceramics studios, separate schools for children and adults, three event spaces, outdoor seating spaces, nature play area for children, residency space. Design will be reviewed by Design Commission 3/28/22 and in an online public meeting 4/5/22, 6pm Architects: Studio 8 , Overland Partners, RVi Slated to open 2025 Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Now entering design development phase. Will double the size of the ESB- MACC with three new buildings Enhanced facilities include new Black Box theater, two galleries, artist residency spaces, two separate schools for children and adults, teaching kitchen, space for a recording studio. Facility will close during construction 2023-2025 to continue programming at East side sites. Architects Miro/Rivera and Tatiana Bilbao Asian American Resource Center Early in the process of confirming the building program through community engagement with multiple language groups and …
Equity Considerations in Contracts and Program Funding Austin Arts Commission February 24, 2022 Neal Falgoust, Assistant City Attorney Purpose • Discuss legal risks associated with using race, gender and protected-class criteria in determining awards of contracts and program funding. 2 Why Now? • Recent federal court decisions that put race-focused programs at risk. • Law Department deliberative process. • Briefing to City Council. 3 Acknowledgement • History of intentional racial segregation – 1928 Master Plan and “Negro District.” • Oppression of BIPOC – 1954 Federal Housing Act, “urban renewal,” and seizing of Black-owned land. • City Council has committed the City to correcting its racist practices. (Resolution 20210304-067) 4 City’s Programs • As part of Project Connect, community members developed displacement mitigation strategies and an equity tool to guide decision making. (“Nothing About Us Without Us”) • EDD also wants an equity focus for the Cultural Arts and Heritage Tourism grant programs. 5 Legal Foundation • 14th Amendment – Equal Protection Clause • No government may “deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws.” 6 “Tiered Scrutiny” • Strict Scrutiny (Race, National Origin, Religion, Alienage) – Government must demonstrate the policy is narrowly tailored to meet a compelling purpose. • Intermediate Scrutiny (Gender, Sex, Sexual Orientation?) – Government must demonstrate the policy is substantially related to an important purpose. • Rational Basis (Age, Disability, Wealth, Felony Status) – The policy must have a rational connection to a legitimate interest. 7 Strict Scrutiny Any government program that takes race into consideration faces strict scrutiny by the courts. Strict scrutiny is the most rigorous judicial review. Courts start with presumption that policy is invalid and government must prove its interests. 8 Compelling Government Interest The government must demonstrate: • actual discrimination in the relevant market, and • that the government either actively or passively perpetuated the discrimination. 9 Narrowly Tailored The government must demonstrate: • it considered other race-neutral policies; • race-neutral policies failed to achieve the compelling interest. 10 City of Richmond v. J.A. Croson Co. • “Generalized assertions” of past racial discrimination would not justify “rigid” quotas; • 30 percent quota could not be connected to “any injury suffered by anyone;” • Race-neutral measures must be seriously considered. 11 Evidence Acceptable to a Court Disparity studies are conducted to determine if there is discrimination in the studied market and if the government is an active …
Fiscal Sponsorship Update Jesús Pantel Cultural Funding Supervisor Economic Development Department February 24, 2022 C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 1 Historic Use • Mandatory in Core and Cultural Heritage Festivals • Optional in Community Initiatives C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 2 Fiscal Sponsor Requirements • 501(c) located in Austin/ETJ • Salaried Executive Director • $50,000 annual operating budget and 1-year existence • $35,000 annual operating budget and 3-years existence C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 3 Fiscal Sponsorship Fee • Up to 10% of COA award o No dollar limit on max fee o Most charge 10% o Some charge 5% or 8% • Membership fee • Insurance C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 4 Fiscal Sponsor Services • Insurance o Included in Fiscal Sponsorship fee o Reduced cost o Not provided • Fiduciary responsibility o Review and submit application o Review and submit final report o Reimburse City if needed C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 5 Fiscal Sponsorship Statistics • 426 total Cultural Contracts • 228 Sponsored Projects (53.52%) • 35 Fiscal Sponsors o 13 have 1 Sponsored Project (37.14%) o 10 have 2 – 5 Sponsored Projects (28.57%) o 4 have 6 – 10 Sponsored Projects (11.43%) o 5 have 11 – 20 Sponsored Projects (14.29%) o 3 have 20+ Sponsored Projects (8.57%) C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 6 C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L …
Hotel Occupancy Tax Update Laura Odegaard, Program Manager III Cultural Arts Division Economic Development Department February 24, 2022 C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 1 Hotel Occupancy Tax – January 2022 Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund Month Ended January 31, 2022 Tfr to Cultural Arts Fund Approved Budget 6,660,189 Amended Budget 6,660,189 January w/Encumb 2,199,416 Year-to-date w/Encumb 4,574,331 Year-End Estimate 6,660,189 Year-End Year-End Variance % Variance Fav(Unfav) Fav(Unfav) 0.0% 0 *HOT YTD collection is $47,898,558 and is 69% of Budget of $ 69,773,408 and 306% over Jan 2021 YTD of $15,652,203 C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 2 C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 3
Cultural Funding Review: What's Next? 1‐2 Months AAC + Community Big Picture Framework 3+ meetings 1‐2 Months AAC Review & Voting Council Briefing 6 Weeks Application live Workshops Technical Assistance Working Group AAC Approval Launch Guidelines Pre‐Launch Contracting 2‐3 Weeks Revised Drafts Public Feedback Alignment with MED/HTD 1‐2 Months Website/Portal Integration Community Navigators Panel Recruit/Training Third Party 2 Months Evaluation/ Panels Council Approval Contracting Invoicing
ARTS COMMISSION MEETING February 24, 2022 AT 6:00 PM Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001 301 W 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the Arts Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register, contact Jesús Pantel at jesus.pantel@austintexas.gov or at 512-974-9315. BOARD MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE: Celina Zisman – Vice Chair, Brett Barnes, Jaime Castillo, Felipe Garza, Acia Gray, Amy Mok, Heidi Schmalbach, Rick Van Dyke MINUTES CALL TO ORDER – 6:09 PM CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers who register to speak no later than Noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. Approve the minutes for the regular Arts Commission meeting on: i. January 31, 2022 Postponed to next meeting. 2. CHAIR’S REPORT a. Updates – equity working group; music commission vote b. Art in Public Places Liaison Report - Commissioner Barnes c. Austin Economic Development Corporation/Cultural Trust Advisory Committee Report – Carl Settles d. Downtown Commission Report – Commissioner Mok 3. SPECIAL PRESENTATION a. Airbnb – Luis Briones, Texas Public Policy and Government Affairs Director b. Austin Community College Nonprofit Center CommunitySpace launch – Barry Silverberg, Executive Director, Center for Nonprofit Studies and Nonprofit Austin at ACC and Chris Servini, Associate Vice Chancellor for Community and Public Affairs 4. STAFF BRIEFINGS a. Intergovernmental Relations update – Brie Franco b. Capital Improvements Projects updates – Laura Esparza, Museums and Cultural Programs Division Manager c. Legal Consideration Related to Equity in Economic Development Department Hotel Occupancy Tax Funded Programs – Neal Falgoust, City of Austin Law Department Attorney d. Fiscal Sponsorship Update – Jesús Pantel, Cultural Funding Supervisor e. Hotel Occupancy Tax Update – Sylnovia Holt-Rabb, Acting Economic Development Department Director f. Cultural Funding Review Process Update – Meghan Wells, Cultural Arts Division Manager 5. OLD BUSINESS No action taken a. Discussion and Possible Action on Cultural Funding Review Process b. Discussion and Possible Action on Working Groups and Working Group Updates i. Equity Working Group with …
JOINT SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE HYBRID MEETING FORMAT February 23rd at 6pm Austin Energy Headquarters 4815 Mueller Blvd. Austin, TX 78723 Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register please email Zach Baumer. (zach.baumer@austintexas.gov). CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Kaiba White, Chair (Resource Mgmt. Commission) Audrey Barrett (Environmental Commission) Melissa Rothrock (Zero Waste Advisory Commission) Diana Wheeler (Urban Transportation Commission) Fisayo Fadelu (Community Development Commission) Karen Magid (Austin Travis County Food Policy Board) Christy Williams (Water & Wastewater Commission) Alexis Taylor (Economic Prosperity Commission) Richard DePalma - (Parks & Recreation Board) David Carroll (Design Commission) Alberta Phillips (City Council) Karen Hadden (Electric Utility Commission) Solveij Praxis (Planning Commission) For more information, please visit: www.austintexas.gov/jsc AGENDA CALL TO ORDER CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a) December 6, 2021, meeting of the Joint Sustainability Committee 2. NEW BUSINESS a) Vice Chair Election – (Discussion and/or possible action) b) Austin Climate Equity Plan implementation update – Zach Baumer, Office of Sustainability – (Discussion and/or possible action) c) Austin Climate Equity Plan Implementation working group update – (Discussion and/or d) Fayette coal power plant retirement update – (Discussion and/or possible action) e) Electric Readiness and EV-Ready code amendments – (Discussion and/or possible possible action) action) f) Commission members report back on any relevant discussions from their respective boards and commissions – (Discussion and/or possible action) FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS • Ongoing updates on Austin Climate Equity Plan implementation • Ongoing updates on community and climate resilience ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Zach Baumer at the Office of Sustainability at 415-694-3111, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Joint Sustainability …
Item 1 JOINT SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE SPECIAL CALLED MEETING December 6, 2021 MEETING MINUTES The Joint Sustainability Committee convened in a special called meeting on December 6, 2021 at the Austin Energy Headquarters on 4815 Mueller Blvd. Austin, TX 78723. Chair Kaiba White called the Board Meeting to order at 6:04 pm. Board Members in Attendance: Kaiba White Chair, David Carroll, Diana Wheeler, Solveij Rosa Praxis, Christy Williams, Richard DePalma, Karen Magid, Audrey Barrett Board Members Absent: Alexis Taylor, Fisayo Fadelu, Alberta Phillips, Melissa Rothrock, Karen Hadden City Staff in Attendance: Zach Baumer, Phoebe Romero CALL TO ORDER CITIZEN COMMUNICATION The speakers who registered in advance for public comment have three minutes each to address items on the agenda at this time. • None 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a) July 28, 2021 and August 25, 2021 meetings of the Joint Sustainability Committee a. Motion to approve both minutes (Commissioner Praxis), second (Commissioner Wheeler). Record of the vote: 7 approved, 0 opposed, 1 abstained. 2. NEW BUSINESS a) Approve 2022 Schedule – (Discussion and/or possible action) • Motion to approve (Commissioner DePalma), second (Commissioner Barrett). Record of the vote: 8 approved, 0 opposed, 0 abstained. a. Commissioners approved meeting on November 16th and December 14th on the alternate months. b) JSC Bylaws Revision – (Discussion and/or possible action) • Need to finalize changes Bylaws with the primary change being an additional 5 members who will be nominated by the mayor • Discussed quorum issues and some reformatting • Will request Audit and Finance Committee take at look at Article 3 to evaluate: • Whether quorum can be based on majority of members appointed • Rethinking appointing members in March, could lead to shorter terms • Motion to approve (Commissioner Wheeler), second (Commissioner DePalma). Record of the vote: 8 approved, 0 opposed, 0 abstained. • Recommendation: • The JSC recommend that Audit and Finance Committee ensure that: • Article 3, Section C aligns with council terms and appointments • Article 7 – Section F – consider whether or not a quorum can be defined by 50% + 1 of the appointment membership • Motion to approve (Commissioner White), second (Commissioner DePalma). Record of the vote: 7 approved, 0 opposed, 0 abstained. Commissioner Magid left the dais. c) Austin Climate Equity Plan Implementation Planning – (Discussion and/or possible action) • Community oversight of climate plan implementation should involve Equity Office and new Equity & …
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Joint Sustainability Committee Recommendation 20220223-2E on Electric Readiness and EV-Ready WHEREAS, the Austin City Council approved the Austin Climate Equity Plan on September 30, 2021, which commits the city to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 75% by 2030; and WHEREAS, the Austin Climate Equity Plan calls for code amendments, incentives and education to enable electrification of buildings; and WHEREAS, the Austin Climate Equity Plan calls for codes that address future EV charging needs; and WHEREAS, the majority of the public comments submitted during the 2021 Austin Energy Conservation Code adoption process were supporting adoption of Electric Readiness and EV-Ready code amendments; and WHEREAS, Austin Energy committed to initiating a public process to consider adoption of Electric Readiness and EV-Ready code amendments, as well as other solutions to encourage electrification, before the end of 2021; and WHEREAS, it is more affordable to do electric wiring and install and an appropriately sized electric panel at the time of construction than to retrofit buildings later; and WHEREAS, Electric Readiness and EV-Ready code provisions have already been drafted by the International Code Council and came very close to being included in the Energy Conservation Code, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE JOINT SUSTAINABILITY COMMISION OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: The Joint Sustainability Commission supports adoption of Electric Readiness and EV-Ready amendments to the Austin Energy Conservation Code and recommends that the Austin City Council direct that the City Manager initiate a formal process to make these code updates immediately. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT: The Commission supports staff plans to conduct stakeholder meetings on electrification and recommends that the Austin City Council request regular updates on this work to ensure that it is completed on a timeline that will allow for implementation of the Electric Readiness and EV-Ready code amendments by September 1, 2022. Date of Approval: _____February 23, 2022____________ Motion to approve (Commissioner DePalma), second (Commissioner Phillips). Record of the vote: 9 approved, 0 opposed, 0 abstained. Attest: Zach Baumer, Staff Liaison
