PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD DIRECTOR’S REPORT DATE: February 2022 SPECIAL NOTE During the recent 3-day freezing weather event, Parks and Recreation staff stepped up to serve their community. The gymnasiums at eight Recreation Centers provided Cold Weather Sheltering for a total of about 400 people per night. Individuals received blankets, mats, water, meals, and access to restrooms. Some staff worked four consecutive overnight shifts racking up 40-50 shelter hours. Another dedicated public servant worked over 20 shelter hours in one day. Staff gave their all to make sure that everyone who sought shelter was safe and warm during the storm. These efforts were successful due to the contributions from the Community Recreation Division with additional support from, Natural Resources, Museums and Cultural Programs, Centralized Programs and Aquatics. VISION PLAN UPDATES: Zilker Metropolitan Park Vision Plan: The Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) and the consultant team presented three draft plan concepts in Community Meeting # 4 on Tuesday, February 15. The concepts bring together ideas from previous alternatives and cumulative community input. The meeting took place via Zoom with Spanish and ASL interpretation and streamed on Facebook Live. An online survey will follow the community meeting as well as outreach to increase the representation of all districts. The second series of thematic small group discussions are scheduled for March. This series will include 5 discussions (4 virtual, 1 in-person opportunity) centered on equity and inclusion, and the future of Zilker Metropolitan Park. Additionally, PARD staff will convene the project’s Technical Advisory Group on February 23. Coordination with ATD, TxDOT/CTRMA, Capital Metro, partners, and event organizers continues. Community engagement opportunities and Community Meeting #4 materials may be found on the project website: https://www.austintexas.gov/ZilkerVision District 5 and 8 PLANNING UPDATES: Project Connect: PARD staff continues to collaborate with the Project Connect, Blue Line and Orange Line teams. Recent activity includes: • Thirty percent (30%) drawings for the Orange Line were reviewed by PARD staff, who continue to note impacts to parkland and pose questions. • Orange Line Draft Environmental Impact Statement appendices are in review through February 16. • Meetings continue with the Austin Transit Partnership (ATP), the Line teams, and PARD legal representatives to map a path forward for ATP acquisition of parkland – full taking of title, permanent easements, and temporary easements. We believe that the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process will be first, followed by multiple Chapter 26 cases, …
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD February 22, 2022 MINUTES The Parks and Recreation Board convened in a regular meeting on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at 301 W. Second Street, Austin, Texas. Chair Lewis called the meeting to order at 6:04pm. Board Members in Attendance: Dawn Lewis, Sarah Faust, Nina Rinaldi, Richard DePalma, Lisa Hugman, Nancy Barnard and Patrick Moore. Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Anna Di Carlo, Kimberly Taylor and Laura Cottam Sajbel (joined at 8:11pm). Staff in Attendance: Kimberly McNeeley, Liana Kallivoka, Suzanne Piper, Ricardo Soliz, Justin Schneider, Gregory Montes, Nikki Cockrell (Onion Creek Park Manager) John Nixon, Marion Sanchez (Corporate PIO), Justin Schneider, Tim Dombeck, and Nan Dowling. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Sharon Blythe – Friends of Austin Memorial Park Kevin Reinis – Austin Rowing Club Angela Richter - APF A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of the Parks and Recreation Board regular meeting of January 25, 2022 were approved. Board Member Moore made a motion to approve minutes. Board Member Rinaldi seconded the motion. The motion passed on a vote of 9-0 vote with Board Member Cottam Sajbel absent and one vacancy. B. NEW BUSINESS: PRESENTATION, DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 1. Discussion and possible action regarding change to Parks and Recreation Board meeting schedule. Board member Hugman made a motion to move regular meetings of the Parks and Recreation Board to the fourth Monday of each month. Board member Taylor seconded the motion. Board Members Hugman, Taylor, Rinaldi, Moore, DePalma and Lewis voted for the motion. Board Members Faust, Di Carlo and Barnard voted against the motion. The motion passed on a vote of 6-3 with Board Member Cottam Sajbel absent and one vacancy. Page 1 of 2 2. Presentation and discussion related to the development of Onion Creek Metro Park, highlights of the consent agreement between COA, Onion Creek Metro Park District and Austin Goodnight Ranch LP, current operation and maintenance responsibilities including current and planned capital investments. Ricardo Soliz and Nikki Cockrell, Parks and Recreation Department, gave a presentation and answered questions. No action was taken on this item. 3. Presentation and discussion related to City of Austin Community Engagement and Surveying Practices. Justin Schneider and John Nixon, Parks and Recreation Department, and Marion Sanchez, Communications and Public Information Office, gave a presentation and answered questions. No action was taken on this item. 4. Presentation and discussion related to the community engagement and outreach efforts for …
Special Called Business Committee Meeting of the HIV Planning Council Tuesday, February 22, 2022 The Business Committee Meeting to be held 2/22/2022 with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via Microsoft Teams; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (2/21/2022 by Noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the February 22, 2022 HIV Planning Council Meeting, residents must: •Call or email the board liaison at (512) 972-5806 and Jaseudia.Killion@austintexas.gov no later than noon, (the day before the meeting). The information required is the speaker name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, and a telephone number or email address. •Once a request to speak has been called in or emailed to the board liaison, residents will receive either an email or phone call providing the telephone number to call on the day of the scheduled meeting. •Speakers must call in at least 15 minutes prior to meeting start in order to speak, late callers will not be accepted and will not be able to speak. •Speakers will be placed in a queue until their time to speak. •Handouts or other information may be emailed to Jaseudia.Killion@austintexas.gov by Noon the day before the scheduled meeting. This information will be provided to Board and Commission members in advance of the meeting. •If this meeting is broadcast live, residents may watch the meeting here: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch- atxn-live Versión en español a continuación. Reunión del Business Committee Meeting of the HIV Planning Council la folletos junta en FECHA de la reunion (Martes, 22 de Febrero, 2022) La junta se llevará con modificaciones de distanciamiento social Se permitirán comentarios públicos por teléfono; no se permitirá ninguna entrada en persona. Todos los oradores deben registrarse con anticipación (2/21/2022 antes del mediodía). Todos los comentarios públicos se producirán al comienzo de la reunión. Para hablar de forma remota en la reunión, los miembros del público deben: • Llame o envíe un correo electrónico al enlace de (512) 972-5806 and Jaseudia.Killion@austintexas.gov a más tardar al mediodía (el día antes de la reunión). La información requerida es el nombre del orador, los números de artículo sobre los que desean hablar, si están a favor / en contra / neutrales, y un número de teléfono o dirección de correo electrónico. • Una vez que se haya llamado o enviado por correo …
Special Called Business Committee Meeting of the HIV Planning Council Tuesday, February 22, 2022 The Business Committee Meeting to be held 2/22/2022 with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via Microsoft Teams; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (2/21/2022 by Noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the February 22, 2022 HIV Planning Council Meeting, residents must: •Call or email the board liaison at (512) 972-5806 and Jaseudia.Killion@austintexas.gov no later than noon, (the day before the meeting). The information required is the speaker name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, and a telephone number or email address. •Once a request to speak has been called in or emailed to the board liaison, residents will receive either an email or phone call providing the telephone number to call on the day of the scheduled meeting. •Speakers must call in at least 15 minutes prior to meeting start in order to speak, late callers will not be accepted and will not be able to speak. •Speakers will be placed in a queue until their time to speak. •Handouts or other information may be emailed to Jaseudia.Killion@austintexas.gov by Noon the day before the scheduled meeting. This information will be provided to Board and Commission members in advance of the meeting. •If this meeting is broadcast live, residents may watch the meeting here: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch- atxn-live Versión en español a continuación. Reunión del Business Committee Meeting of the HIV Planning Council la folletos junta en FECHA de la reunion (Martes, 22 de Febrero, 2022) La junta se llevará con modificaciones de distanciamiento social Se permitirán comentarios públicos por teléfono; no se permitirá ninguna entrada en persona. Todos los oradores deben registrarse con anticipación (2/21/2022 antes del mediodía). Todos los comentarios públicos se producirán al comienzo de la reunión. Para hablar de forma remota en la reunión, los miembros del público deben: • Llame o envíe un correo electrónico al enlace de (512) 972-5806 and Jaseudia.Killion@austintexas.gov a más tardar al mediodía (el día antes de la reunión). La información requerida es el nombre del orador, los números de artículo sobre los que desean hablar, si están a favor / en contra / neutrales, y un número de teléfono o dirección de correo electrónico. • Una vez que se haya llamado o enviado por correo …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISPANIC/LATINO QUALITY OF LIFE RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2022 AT 5:30 PM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER - ROOM 1203 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR, AUSTIN, TX 78752 Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference 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: Call or email the board liaison at Amanda.Jasso@austintexas.gov or 512-974-9107. The information required is the speaker name, item number(s) they wish to speak on if applicable, email address and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). AGENDA CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Amanda Afifi, District 2, Chair Sharon Vigil, District 7, Vice-Chair Ricardo Garay, District 3 Jesus Perales, District 8 Zaira R. Garcia, District 4 CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Each speaker will have three minutes to speak Maria C. Solis, District 5 Felicia Peña, Mayor Sandy Ramirez, District 6 Daniela Silva, District 1 District 9 - Vacant District 10 - Vacant 1. APPROVAL OF JANUARY MEETING MINUTES 2. STAFF BRIEFINGS a. Intergovernmental Relations Office – Overview of 87th Legislative Session & three special sessions, with legislation passed that impacts City of Austin. Presenter: Brie L. Franco, Intergovernmental Relations Officer 3. PUBLIC BRIEFINGS a. American Gateways – Overview of outcomes and successes related to legal services and partnership with the City. Presenter: Natalia Drelichman, Co-Director of Programs and Operations 4. NEW BUSINESS a. Discussion – Welcome Commissioner Silva, District 1 b. Discussion and possible action regarding budget engagement forums 5. OLD BUSINESS Discussion and possible action: a. Economic Development and Access to Affordable Housing work group (Commissioner Garcia) b. Health Work Group (Commissioner Garay) c. Representatives to Joint Inclusion Committee (Chair Afifi and Vice-Chair Vigil) d. Representatives to Commission on Seniors (Commissioner Solis) e. Budget and Policy Priorities Work Group (Chair Afifi, Vice-Chair Vigil, and Commissioner Peña) f. COVID-19 Work Group (Vacant) g. Education Work Group (Chair Afifi, Vice-Chair Vigil, and Commissioner Garcia) h. Public Safety Work Group (Chair Afifi and Commissioner Peña) i. Arts and Culture Work Group (Chair Afifi) j. Strategic Initiatives and HLQOL Report (Vice-Chair Vigil, Chair Afifi, and Commissioners Garay, Perales, and Solis) …
OUR WORK IN 2021 Hispanic/Latinx Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission 02/22/2022 WHO ARE WE? Serving the Austin community for over 30 years - since 1987 Originally known as the Political Asylum Project of Austin (PAPA) 501(C)(3) non-profit Providing immigration legal services, advocacy, and education OUR LEGAL SERVICES... Legal Representation ● Survivors of crime & family violence ● Asylum ● DACA ● Family-based Immigration ● Deportation defense Pro Se representation ● Translations ● Legal orientation at detention centers & Immigration Court ● Coordination of pro bono representation Outreach ● Legal clinics & workshops ● Community education for immigrant community & service providers 15,000+ We empowered over 15,000 individuals with legal information and services in 2021 - in 23 counties and four federal detention centers $800,000+ Over $800,000 worth of volunteer and pro bono attorney hours leveraged to assist our clients Mrs. S lives in Austin with her husband and young daughter. Originally from Iraq, Mrs. S is a legal resident and petitioned for her husband’s residency with American Gateways’ help. During the application process, Mrs. S worked seven days a week to avoid seeking public benefits, fearful that receiving benefits would negatively affect her husband’s pending case. Her husband, an electronic and electrical engineer by trade, was unable to legally work while his case was pending. American Gateways aided Mrs. S and her husband in navigating the restrictive Trump-era public charge rule; her husband was the first-named plaintiff in a lawsuit challenging the implementation of the rule. The new administration’s reversal of the public charge rule created a path for Mrs. S and her family. Now, her husband has his legal permanent residency. ASYLUM CLINICS FOR AFGHAN EVACUEES Central Texas anticipates welcoming over 1,000 Afghan evacuees in 2022, many whom will need legal support filing for asylum. In partnership with local non-profits, American Gateways will be offering free asylum clinics to Afghan families in 2022. A past asylum clinic, pre-COVID TEMPORARY PROTECTED STATUS (TPS) CLINICS In the fall 2021, we partnered with Casa Marianella to offer a Temporary Protected Status clinic for Haitians DACA CLINICS FOR DREAMers We have been offering virtual DACA clinics for eligible applicants. Our DACA renewal clinics pre-COVID. OUTREACH TO AUSTIN COMMUNITY DURING OUR 2021 CONTRACT WITH THE CITY OF AUSTIN… ❏ 40 new individuals received legal representation, including 18 in removal proceedings, most of whom are asylum-seekers ❏ We continued legal representation for 140 individuals, …
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 please contact David Alcorta by email at David.Alcorta@austintexas.gov or by phone at 512- 972-5042. COLLEGE STUDENT COMMISSION FEBURARY 18, 2022 AT 3PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, ROOM 1101 301 W. 2nd STREET, AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the commission may be participating by videoconference. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Lira Ramirez, University of Texas at Austin (Chair) Pete Cervantes, St. Edwards University (Co-Chair) Tatum Owens, University of Texas at Austin (Secretary) Andrea Danburg, Austin Community College Justin Parker, Austin Community College Isaiah Smith, Austin Community College Todd Clayton, Huston-Tillotson University Esther Heymans, St. Edwards University Ethan Tobias, St. Edwards University Edwin Bautista, University of Texas at Austin AGENDA CALL TO ORDER CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten 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. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2. NEW BUSINESS a. College Mental Health Services Discussion of issues related to mental health services on Austin-area college campuses, including consideration of possible action. b. Sustainability and the Environment Discussion of issues related to sustainability and city and university environmental policies, including consideration of possible action. 3. OLD BUSINESS a. Announcements & Commission Updates The commission’s staff liaison and commission leadership will have the opportunity to share any pertinent announcements relevant to Commission business. b. Campus Reports & Community and Municipal Involvement Commissioners may share reports concerning any recent developments on their campus or discuss upcoming programs/events. Discussion of avenues for Commission engagement with the local community and municipal government. c. Working Group – Housing Update from the Housing Working Group on actions taken to research and promote student housing access, security, and affordability, with consideration of possible action on rent relief and the University Neighborhood Overlay. d. Working Group – Transportation Update from the Transportation Working Group on actions taken to research and promote student transportation, with consideration of possible action. e. Working Group - Campus Civic Life Update from the Campus Civic Life Working Group on actions taken to research and promote student voting rights in …
PUBLIC NOTICE OF A MEETING TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN TO BE HELD AT HACA Central Office, 1124 S. Interstate Highway 35 Call In Number: 1 346 248 7799 Meeting ID: 856 9231 9782 Passcode: 633033 Austin, TX (512.477.4488) Thursday, February 17, 2022 12:00 PM CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM Citywide Advisory Board Update CONSENT AGENDA Citizens Communication (Note: There will be a three-minute time limitation) Items on the Consent Agenda may be removed at the request of any Commissioner and considered at another appropriate time on this agenda. Placement on the Consent Agenda does not limit the possibility of any presentation, discussion, or action at this meeting. Under no circumstances does the Consent Agenda alter any requirements under Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, Texas Open Meetings Act. 1. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes Summary for the Board Meeting held on December 16, 2021 CONSENT ITEMS ACTION ITEMS 2. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02734: Approval of the renewal of the Contract for Employee Dental Insurance 3. Presentation, Discussion and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02735: Approval of renewal of Contract for Employee Medical Insurance 4. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action Regarding Resolution No. 02736: Approving the Award of a 3rd year contract for Janitorial and Day Porter Services to M & R Elite Janitorial Solutions 5. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02737 to approve the revised Utility Allowance Schedules for the Housing Choice Voucher Program 6. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02738: Authorizing HACA to Project-base 150 (one-hundred-fifty) Housing Choice Vouchers and 50 (fifty) VASH Project-base vouchers in response to Request for Proposals issued on November 5, 2021 7. Presentation, discussion, and possible action on Resolution No. 02740 by the Board of Commissioners of the Housing Authority of the City of Austin (the “Authority”) to take the following actions with regard to the Haywood Apartments (the “Development”) in Austin, Texas: (i) acquire the site of the Development; (ii) lease the Development site to the owner of the Development; and (iii) such other actions necessary or convenient to carry out this Resolution EXECUTIVE SESSION The Board may go into Executive Session (close its meeting to the public) Pursuant to: a. 551.071, Texas Gov't Code, consultations …
PUBLIC NOTICE OF A MEETING TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE AUSTIN AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION TO BE HELD AT HACA Central Office, 1124 S. Interstate Highway 35, Austin, TX Call In Number: 1 346 248 7799 Meeting ID: 856 9231 9782 Passcode: 633033 Austin, TX (512.477.4488) Thursday, February 17, 2022 12:00 PM CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM Citizens Communication (Note: There will be a three-minute time limitation) 1. 2. 3. CONSENT ITEMS ACTION ITEMS Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes Summary for the Board Meeting held on November 18, 2021 Presentation, discussion and possible action on Resolution No. 00197 by the Board of Directors of Austin Affordable Housing Corporation (“AAHC”) authorizing AAHC to execute any and all documents, or take any other action, that is necessary or desirable to: (i) facilitate the acquisition of the Haywood Apartments (the “Development”), which consists of multifamily housing units and associated amenities in Austin, Texas to be ground-leased from the Housing Authority of the City of Austin; (ii) cause AAHC’s subsidiary limited liability company, Haywood Apartments, LLC (the “Owner”) to own the Development; (iii) cause the Owner to enter into acquisition and development financing for the Development; and (iv) cause AAHC and/or the Owner to execute any such further documentation as necessary or desirable to allow the consummation of the transactions described herein Presentation, discussion and possible action on Resolution No. 00198 by the Board of Directors of Austin Affordable Housing Corporation (“AAHC”) authorizing AAHC to execute any and all documents, or take any other action, that is necessary or desirable to participate in the housing tax credit application for Cady Lofts EXECUTIVE SESSION The Board may go into Executive Session (close its meeting to the public) Pursuant to: a. 551.071, Texas Gov't Code, consultations with Attorney regarding legal advice, pending or contemplated litigation; or a settlement offer; b. 551.072, Texas Gov't Code, discussion about the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property; c. 551.074, Texas Gov't Code, discuss the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee. d. 551.087, Texas Gov't Code, discuss certain economic development negotiations. If there is an Executive Session, the Board will return to Open Session for discussion, consideration and possible action of matters discussed …
Water and Wastewater Commission February 16, 2022 — 6:00 p.m. Austin Energy Headquarters 4815 Mueller Boulevard Austin, Texas Some members may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live For more information go to: http://www.austintexas.gov/wwc 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, call or email the board liaison at 512-972-0115 or Blanca.Madriz@austintexas.gov . Citizens wishing to speak in person on the agenda and non-agenda related items must sign up at least ten minutes before the meeting is called to order. Commissioners: William Moriarty (Mayor) Jesse Penn (District 1) Vacant (District 2) Travis Michel (District 3) CALL TO ORDER Chien Lee, Chair (District 4) Christianne Castleberry, Vice Chair (District 5) Vacant (District 6) Judy Musgrove (District 7) Christy Williams (District 8) Grant Fisher (District 9) Susan Turrieta (District 10) PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers who register to speak will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of minutes from the January 12, 2022, Water & Wastewater Commission regular meeting. B. ITEMS FOR COMMISSION’S REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATION FOR APPROVAL TO CITY COUNCIL 1. Recommend approval to negotiate and execute a contract with PSI Water Technologies, Inc. to provide electrolytic cells for a term of two years, in an amount not to exceed $180,000. 2. Recommend approval for an amendment to a contract with Bermex, Inc. for continued manual meter reading services, to increase the amount by $15,427,110 and to extend the term by four years, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $32,927,110. 3. Recommend approval to award and execute a construction contract with Matous Construction, Ltd., for the Davis and Handcox WTP Polymer Feed System (2018 Flood Resiliency Improvements) project in the amount of $8,149,830 plus a $814,983 contingency, for a total contract amount not to exceed $8,964,813. (Districts 6, 10) 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, …
Water & Wastewater Commission Review and Recommendation Health and Environment, Safety February 16, 2022 Commission Meeting Date: Council Meeting Date: Department: Financial Services Department March 3, 2022 COA Strategic Direction: Client: Rick Coronado Agenda Item Recommend approval to negotiate and execute a contract with PSI Water Technologies, Inc. to provide electrolytic cells for a term of two years, in an amount not to exceed $180,000. Amount and Source of Funding Funding in the amount of $60,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Operating Budget of Austin Water. Sole Source. N/A Purchasing Language: Prior Council Action: Boards and Commission Action: MBE/WBE: February 16, 2022 – To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Sole source contracts are exempt from the City Code Chapter 2-9D Minority Owned and Women Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. The contract will provide the City with electrolytic cells to generate sodium hypochlorite for drinking water disinfection. Disinfection is a critical process of drinking water treatment for the City. PSI Water Technologies Inc. is the manufacturer of the sodium hypochlorite generator, and these cells are components inside the generator. Each generator contains 10 electrolytic cells. The contractor will complete all replacement work on the cells. The technology for the generator and cells is proprietary to PSI Water Technologies Inc. who have technicians in the Texas area to provide support.
Water & Wastewater Commission Review and Recommendation Government that Works for All February 16, 2022 Commission Meeting Date: Council Meeting Date: Department: Financial Services Department March 24, 2022 COA Strategic Direction: Client: Randi Jenkins Agenda Item Recommend approval for an amendment to a contract with Bermex, Inc. for continued manual meter reading services, to increase the amount by $15,427,110 and to extend the term by four years, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $32,927,110. Amount and Source of Funding Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Purchasing Language: Contract Amendment Prior Council Action: Boards and Commission Action: MBE/WBE: May 4, 2017 – Council approved the original contract, item 26, on a 10-0 vote with Council Member Garza absent. February 14, 2022 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission February 16, 2022 – To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. reviewed for subcontracting opportunities This contract was in accordance with City Code Chapter 2-9C Minority Owned and Women Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program. For the goods and services required for this contract, there were insufficient subcontracting opportunities and no availability of M/WBEs; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. The proposed amendment will provide continued manual meter reading services and photo capture for water and electric utility meters, as well as other meter related activities. The solution comprises all software, hardware, labor, vehicles, and related equipment. These services are necessary for accurate and timely billing to utility customers. The City is converting the majority of Austin Water manually-read meters to a remote Advance Metering Infrastructure (AMI) that is anticipated to be complete by December 31, 2025. Continued service with Bermex, Inc. until the AMI conversion is complete, minimizes technical risks and is the most cost-effective option for the City. Contract Detail: Contract Term Initial Term Extension Option 1 Extension Option 2 Extension Option 3 Extension Option 4 Proposed Amendment TOTAL Length of Term Current Contract Authorization Requested Additional Authorization Revised Total Authorization 1 yr. 1 yr. 1 yr. 1 yr. 1 yr. 4 yrs. 9 yrs. $ 3,500,000 $ 3,500,000 $ 3,500,000 $ 3,500,000 $ 3,500,000 $ 17,500,000 $ 15,427,110 $ 15,427,110 $ 3,500,000 $ 3,500,000 $ 3,500,000 $ 3,500,000 $ 3,500,000 $ 15,427,110 $32,927,110 Note: Contract Authorization amounts are based on the City's estimated …
Water & Wastewater Commission Review and Recommendation Safety COA Strategic Direction: February 16, 2022 Commission Meeting Date: Council Meeting Date: Department: Financial Services Department Shay Ralls Roalson March 3, 2022 Client: Agenda Item Recommend approval to award and execute a construction contract with Matous Construction, Ltd., for the Davis and Handcox WTP Polymer Feed System (2018 Flood Resiliency Improvements) project in the amount of $8,149,830 plus a $814,983 contingency, for a total contract amount not to exceed $8,964,813. (Districts 6, 10) Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Capital Budget of Austin Water. Amount and Source of Funding Lowest responsive bid of three bids received through a competitive Invitation for Bid solicitation. N/A February 16, 2022 — To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. This contract will be awarded in compliance with City Code Chapter 2-9A (Minority Owned and Women Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program) by meeting the goals with 27.94% MBE and 1.57% WBE participation. Purchasing Language: Prior Council Action: Boards and Commission Action: MBE/WBE: In October 2018, the City of Austin experienced a flood event that resulted in significant and persistent changes in the raw water quality to its three Water Treatment Plants (WTPs). The flood event resulted in raw water quality characterized by higher turbidity and total organic carbon concentrations, and lower alkalinity and hardness than historically observed at the WTPs. The change in water quality hindered the ability to operate the water treatment plants at full capacity while complying with federal and state drinking water regulations and City water quality goals. The Davis and Handcox WTP polymer feed system project will provide resiliency to the water treatment process at the Davis and Handcox WTPs that will give the capability to treat water to the Utility’s and TCEQ’s drinking water quality standards during adverse and unforeseen higher turbidity conditions. The polymer feed systems at the Davis and Handcox facilities will augment a similar system already in place at the Ullrich WTP. This item includes three allowances. The allowance of $175,000 will be used for the Davis WTP filter aid polymer piping to the recarbonation basins. The allowance of $293,520 will be used for the Davis WTP metering pump skids. The allowance of $86,310 will be used for the Handcox WTP metering pump skids. An allowance is an amount that is specified and included in the construction contract or specifications for a certain item(s) of …
Water & Wastewater Commission Review and Recommendation Health and Environment COA Strategic Direction: February 16, 2022 Commission Meeting Date: Council Meeting Date: Department: Financial Services Shay Ralls Roalson March 3, 2022 Client: Agenda Item Recommend approval to negotiate and execute an amendment to the professional services agreement with Black & Veatch Corp. for professional engineering services for the Walnut Creek Primary Clarifier and Flow Equalization Basin Rehab project in an amount not to exceed $4,100,000, for a total contract amount not to exceed $5,100,000. (District 1) Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Capital Budget of Austin Water. Amount and Source of Funding Original contract was awarded through a qualifications-based selection process. December 9, 2021 – Council approved the use of the Construction Manager-at-Risk method of contracting. March 26, 2020 – Council approved negotiation and execution of a professional services agreement with Black & Veatch Corp. for the Walnut Creek Primary Clarifier and Flow Equalization Basin Rehab project. February 16, 2022 – To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. This contract will be awarded in compliance with City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority Owned and Women Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). Current participation to date is 11.04% MBE and 2.54% WBE. Purchasing Language: Prior Council Action: Boards and Commission Action: MBE/WBE: Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) is permitted to treat and discharge an average daily flow of 75 million gallons per day (MGD) and a 2-hour peak flow of 165 MGD. Treated plant effluent is discharged into the Colorado River. A portion is used for non-potable water (NPW) on the plant site and supplies much of the City’s growing Water Reclamation Initiative (WRI) program. Primary Treatment Complex (PTC) No. 1 is original to the 1977 construction, and PTC No. 2 was added in the late 1980s. The purpose of this project is to rehabilitate and make improvements to the PTCs. Each PTC consists of two trains of primary clarifiers and in-line flow equalization basins (FEBs). Raw wastewater flows through the primary clarifiers, then continues to the in- line FEBs. Settled wastewater is pumped to secondary treatment, and solids from the primary clarifiers are pumped to Hornsby Bend Biosolids Management Plant. Most of the mechanical and other components in PTC No. 1 and No. 2 are beyond their useful life. An amendment to the professional services agreement is required to move the project forward into final design phase. …
Feb 2022 Boil Water Notice Austin Water and Wastewater Commission | February 16, 2022 Opening Comments Greg Meszaros Austin Water Director 2 Operations Overview Rick Coronado, P.E. Assistant Director, Operations 3 WHAT HAPPENED Crews were filling a basin with water to begin treatment • A mixture of water and processed solids was added to “seed” the basin • This is a high turbidity mixture that is typically stopped after a few hours “Seeding” was not stopped and continued for most of the night Alarms and sample tests indicating high turbidity were recorded 4 WHAT HAPPENED High turbidity water moved into water filters Filters removed particles and produced water that met regulatory standards until they clogged Multiple filters exceeded turbidity standards and entered the clearwells (underground storage tanks) 5 WHAT HAPPENED Supervisory staff were notified to assess situation Plant was shut down Production was ramped up at Davis and Handcox to keep water flowing to customers Water pressure and disinfection parameters remained consistent and within regulatory standards during this time 6 Davis Water Treatment Plant Handcox (WTP4) Water Treatment Plant INITIAL ACTIONS UNDERWAY Meetings have been held with plant staff at each water treatment plant (Ullrich, Davis, Handcox) Examining process control protocols Examining training protocols Reviewing alarm, testing & notification procedures for improvements 7 Questions
Water & Wastewater Commission Regular Meeting Minutes February 16, 2022 APPROVED: March 9, 2022 The Water and Wastewater Commission convened in a regular called meeting on February 16, 2022, at Austin Energy Headquarters, 4815 Mueller Boulevard in Austin, Texas and via videoconference. AGENDA Commissioners: William Moriarty (Mayor) Chien Lee, Chair (District 4) Jesse Penn (District 1) Vacant (District 2) Travis Michel (District 3) Commissioners in Attendance: William Moriarty, Jesse Penn, Travis Michel, Chien Lee, Christianne Castleberry, Judy Musgrove, Christy Williams, Grant Fisher, Susan Turrieta Christianne Castleberry, Vice Chair (District 5) Vacant (District 6) Judy Musgrove (District 7) Christy Williams (District 8) Grant Fisher (District 9) Susan Turrieta (District 10) CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 6:04 p.m. by Chair Lee. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL There were no registered speakers for Public Communication. A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes from the January 12, 2022, Water and Wastewater Commission regular called meeting were approved on a 9-0 vote on Vice-Chair Castleberry’s motion and Commissioner Turrieta’s second with two vacancies. B. ITEMS FOR COMMISSION’S REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATION FOR APPROVAL TO CITY COUNCIL 1. Recommend approval to negotiate and execute a contract with PSI Water Technologies, Inc. to provide electrolytic cells for a term of two years, in an amount not to exceed $180,000. Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission on a 9-0 vote on Commissioner Michel’s motion and Commissioner Turrieta’s second with two vacancies. 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 Blanca Madriz at Austin Water, 512-972-0115 for additional information; TTY-users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Water and Wastewater Commission, please contact Blanca Madriz at Blanca.Madriz@austintexas.gov. Water & Wastewater Commission Regular Meeting Minutes February 16, 2022 APPROVED: March 9, 2022 2. Recommend approval for an amendment to a contract with Bermex, Inc. for continued manual meter reading services, to increase the amount by $15,427,110 and to extend the term by four years, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $32,927,110. Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission on a 9-0 vote on Vice-Chair Castleberry’s motion and Commissioner Fisher’s second with two vacancies. …
SPECIAL EVENTS TASK FORCE FEBRUARY 16, 2022 – 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER – ROOM 1401 6310 E WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Members: James Russell (Co-Chair), Jeff Smith (Co-Chair), Bobby Garza, Cindy Lo, Laurel White, Shelley Phillips, Heath Riddles, Mandi Thomas, Dan Carroll, Ingrid Weigand , Frances Thompson Ex Officio Members (City Staff): Brydan Summers, SETF Staff Liaison; Sara Henry, Austin Center for Events Communications; Bill Manno, Special Events Program Manager; Brian Block, DSD Program Manager, Music Office; Mike Jones, Police Sergeant; Robert Alvarado, Code Division Manager; Frances Hargrove, ATD Special Events Manager; Tony Hernandez, DSD Program Manager; Jason Maurer, PARD Sales and Events Manager; Kevin Parker, EMS Commander; Quentin Prior, Fire Battalion Chief; Iby Setzer, ARR Planner Senior; Bryan Walker, DSD Planner II AGENDA CALL TO ORDER CITIZEN COMMUNICATION 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2. OLD BUSINESS i. Possible Action on Safety Topics a. Discussion on Public Safety Sections of the Special Events Ordinance b. Update from Organizers Currently Planning Events c. Review of Administrative Rules in Conflict with the SEO 3. NEW BUSINESS a. Subcommittee Report on Post Event Evaluations b. Review Permit Denial, Appeals Process, and Revocation Process c. Review Enforcement FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT Font Size: 12; Font: Times New Roman; Font Style: Regular call Brydan Summers 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 at Brydan.summers@austintexas.gov or 512-974-4854, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Special Events Task Force, please contact Brydan Summers at Brydan.summers@austintexas.gov or 512-974-4854. the Development Services Department, at Font Size: 12; Font: Times New Roman; Font Style: Regular
Item Event History (years of existence - one time or multi-year) If multi-year, year first established Name of Producer, Production Comany Number of attendees per event day and in total Time of event (weekend/week-day; day time/night time) Length of event (hours/days) Length of set-up/take-down that add to event days Neighborhood barricades required Yes/No Road closures Yes/No Length (in hours/days) of closure/barricades, including pre and post event Free event/paid event Amplified Sound Yes/No Parking Plan required Yes/No Alcohol Served Yes/No Food Served Yes/No City Resources involved: Police/Fire/EMS/Solid Waste/PARD/Music Office Complaints Received via 311 if any (Noise, Traffic, Parking, Public Nuisance, etc.) Pass/Fail (if Fail, with comments) from AFD, APD, APH, EMS, PARD, Sound, Resource Recovery, Transportation Source Application Application Application Requires confirmation Requires confirmation Requires confirmation Requires confirmation Application Application Requires confirmation Application Application Application Application Application Requires confirmation Post-Event Report Post-Event Report
SPECIAL EVENTS TASK FORCE FEBRUARY 16, 2022 – 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER – ROOM 1401 6310 E WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Special Events Task Force may be participating by videoconference CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Members: James Russell (Co-Chair), Jeff Smith (Co-Chair), Bobby Garza, Cindy Lo, Laurel White, Shelley Phillips, Heath Riddles, Mandi Thomas, Dan Carroll, Ingrid Weigand , Frances Thompson Ex Officio Members (City Staff): Brydan Summers, SETF Staff Liaison; Sara Henry, Austin Center for Events Communications; Bill Manno, Special Events Program Manager; Brian Block, DSD Program Manager, Music Office; Mike Jones, Police Sergeant; Robert Alvarado, Code Division Manager; Frances Hargrove, ATD Special Events Manager; Tony Hernandez, DSD Program Manager; Jason Maurer, PARD Sales and Events Manager; Kevin Parker, EMS Commander; Quentin Prior, Fire Battalion Chief; Iby Setzer, ARR Planner Senior; Bryan Walker, DSD Planner II REVISED AGENDA CALL TO ORDER CITIZEN COMMUNICATION 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2. OLD BUSINESS a. Discussion on Public Safety Sections of the Special Events Ordinance i. Possible Action on Safety Topics b. Update from Organizers Currently Planning Events c. Review of Administrative Rules in Conflict with the SEO 3. NEW BUSINESS a. Subcommittee Report on Post Event Evaluations b. Review Permit Denial, Appeals Process, and Revocation Process c. Review Enforcement FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT Font Size: 12; Font: Times New Roman; Font Style: Regular 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 at Brydan.summers@austintexas.gov or 512-974-4854, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. the Development Services Department, call Brydan Summers at 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, please contact Brydan Summers at 512-974-4854 or Brydan.summers@austintexas.gov. For more information on the Special Events Task Force, please contact Brydan Summers at Brydan.summers@austintexas.gov or 512-974-4854. Font Size: 12; Font: Times New Roman; Font Style: Regular
Special Events Task Force November 2021 Meeting Minutes Wednesday, November 17, 2021 Permitting and Development Center - Third Floor, Room 3205 2: 00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Taskforce Members in Attendance: James Russell, Jeff Smith, Heath Riddles, Frances Thompson, Mandi Thomas, Ingrid Weigand, Laurel White Staff in Attendance: Sara Henry, Frances Hargrove, Jason Maurer, Kevin Parker, Mike Jones (APD), Robert Alvarado, Quentin Prior, Brain Oehler (AFD), Bill Manno, Brydan Summers, Brian Block, Iby Setzer Task Force Members Absent: Bobby Garza, Cindy Lo, Shelley Phillips, Dan Carroll, Staff Absent: Tony Hernandez, Bryan Walker Guests: Christian Flores, CBS Austin CALL TO ORDER: Co-Chair Russell called the taskforce to order at 4:10 p.m. 1. APPROVAL OF OCTOBER MINUTES: The taskforce unanimously approved the meeting minutes for October 2021. 2. STAFF BRIEFINGS A. Update on ACE reporting capabilities Mr. Summers presented on ACE reporting capabilities. ACE transitioned to the permitting system AMANDA (AB+C Portal) in 2019, the data available before this migration is limited. Mr. Summers presented on history of data and data limitations for Austin Center for Events. He shared process improvements in the works including being able to track how quickly ACE teams can perform reviews. He explained ACE is looking to tighten up performance measures so we can give stakeholders an assessment for how we are doing. It will take several years to standardize all the ACE departments, so this is a long-term process. Member Weigand explained that the taskforce is looking for post event data collection, Co-Chair Russell explained what they are looking for is something similar to what was implemented by the Parkland Taskforce, and would like to see this model extended beyond park events. Mr. Maurer suggested adding these core sections into the application process on the front end so that data can be collected systematically. Staff would need a clear understanding of the type of data requested from stakeholders to add it. It was determined to add this item to a future agenda for further discussion. Member Weigand requested for 3-1-1 to be able to track events by events. Ms. Henry explained that would not be possible and described the current 3-1-1 Special Events SR process which is in place to support event questions in general and support emergency response where needed. ACE is able respond to 3-1-1 calls in real time for on-site emergency or logistics management, as needed, as well as aggregate the data in …
Special Events Task Force February 2022 Meeting Minutes Wednesday, February 16, 2022 Permitting and Development Center – First Floor, Room 1401 2: 00 p.m. ‐ 4:00 p.m. Taskforce Members in Attendance: James Russell, Jeff Smith, Cindy Lo, Mandi Thomas, Laurel White Staff in Attendance: Sara Henry, Mike Jones (APD), Quentin Prior (AFD), Bill Manno (ACE), Brydan Summers (ACE) Task Force Members Joining Virtually: Bobby Garza, Heath Riddles‐Sanchez, Frances Thompson Staff Joining Virtually: Iby Setzer (ARR), Kevin Parker (ATCEMS), Jason Maurer (PARD). Frances Hargrove (ATD) Guests: CALL TO ORDER: Co‐Chair Russell called the task force to order at 2:07 p.m. 1. APPROVAL OF NOVEMBER MINUTES: The task force unanimously approved the meeting minutes for November 2021. 2. OLD BUSINESS Austin Police Department (APD) A. Discussion on Public Safety Sections of the Special Events Ordinance APD Special Event Sergeant Mike Jones briefed the Task Force on an item on the February 17, 2022 council agenda that would allow APD to contract with Code4, a third party vendor, to hire other public safety agencies to help staff city and city‐sponsored special events. Following several questions from Chair Russell on the matter, Sergeant Jones clarified that these agencies will follow their respective policies and protocols, but APD would ultimately retain overall authority as the lead agency and would coordinate with the supervisors from other agencies. He added that private events can currently contract with Code4. Austin Fire Department (AFD) Chair Russell inquired whether a third‐party agreement might be feasible for AFD. Chief Prior responded that the current AFD staffing level does not require supplementation because they have significantly fewer individuals on site at special events compared to APD, but did raise the issue of needing additional special event review personnel in the future. Austin‐Travis County EMS (ATCEMS) Chair Russel asked whether staffing is a concern for ATCEMS. Commander Parker explained that ATCEMS has a history of partnering with outside healthcare providers. He acknowledged that the organization is mindful of current staffing shortages and the agency has recently made some salary adjustments that they hope will act as an incentive. Chair Russell asked all three public safety agencies whether there are elements of the Special Event Ordinance (SEO) That are onerous to them? Chief Prior suggested that the ordinance could be revised to allow AFD to enter into third‐party agreements. The Task Force asked Mr. Summers to record two recommendations for future consideration. 1) Council …
Versión en español a continuación. Finance/Allocations and Strategic Planning/Needs Assessment Committee Meeting of the HIV Planning Council WEDNESDAY, February 16, 2022 Finance/Allocations and Strategic Planning/Needs Assessment Committee Meeting to be held on February 16, 2022, with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (02/15/2022 by noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the February 16, 2022, HIV Planning Council Meeting, members of the public must: •Call or email the board liaison at (512) 972-5806 and Jaseudia.Killion@austintexas.gov no later than noon, (the day before the meeting). The information required is the speaker name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, and a telephone number or email address. •Once a request to speak has been called in or emailed to the board liaison, residents will receive either an email or phone call providing the telephone number to call on the day of the scheduled meeting. •Speakers must call in at least 15 minutes prior to meeting start in order to speak, late callers will not be accepted and will not be able to speak. •Speakers will be placed in a queue until their time to speak. •Handouts or other information may be emailed to Jaseudia.Killion@austintexas.gov by Noon the day before the scheduled meeting. This information will be provided to Board and Commission members in advance of the meeting. •If this meeting is broadcast live, residents may watch the meeting here: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch- atxn-live la junta en Reunión del Finance/Allocations Meeting of the HIV Planning Council Miercoles, 16 de Febrero, 2022 FECHA de la reunion (16 de Febrero, 2022) La junta se llevará con modificaciones de distanciamiento social Se permitirán comentarios públicos por teléfono; no se permitirá ninguna entrada en persona. Todos los oradores deben registrarse con anticipación (02/15/2022 antes del mediodía). Todos los comentarios públicos se producirán al comienzo de la reunión. Para hablar de forma remota en la reunión, los miembros del público deben: • Llame o envíe un correo electrónico al enlace de (512) 972-5806 and Jaseudia.Killion@austintexas.gov a más tardar al mediodía (el día antes de la reunión). La información requerida es el nombre del orador, los números de artículo sobre los que desean hablar, si están a favor / en contra / neutrales, y un número de teléfono o dirección de correo …
Versión en español a continuación. Finance/Allocations and Strategic Planning/Needs Assessment Committee Meeting of the HIV Planning Council WEDNESDAY, February 16, 2022 Finance/Allocations and Strategic Planning/Needs Assessment Committee Meeting to be held on February 16, 2022, with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (02/15/2022 by noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the February 16, 2022, HIV Planning Council Meeting, members of the public must: •Call or email the board liaison at (512) 972-5806 and Jaseudia.Killion@austintexas.gov no later than noon, (the day before the meeting). The information required is the speaker name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, and a telephone number or email address. •Once a request to speak has been called in or emailed to the board liaison, residents will receive either an email or phone call providing the telephone number to call on the day of the scheduled meeting. •Speakers must call in at least 15 minutes prior to meeting start in order to speak, late callers will not be accepted and will not be able to speak. •Speakers will be placed in a queue until their time to speak. •Handouts or other information may be emailed to Jaseudia.Killion@austintexas.gov by Noon the day before the scheduled meeting. This information will be provided to Board and Commission members in advance of the meeting. •If this meeting is broadcast live, residents may watch the meeting here: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch- atxn-live la junta en Reunión del Finance/Allocations Meeting of the HIV Planning Council Miercoles, 16 de Febrero, 2022 FECHA de la reunion (16 de Febrero, 2022) La junta se llevará con modificaciones de distanciamiento social Se permitirán comentarios públicos por teléfono; no se permitirá ninguna entrada en persona. Todos los oradores deben registrarse con anticipación (02/15/2022 antes del mediodía). Todos los comentarios públicos se producirán al comienzo de la reunión. Para hablar de forma remota en la reunión, los miembros del público deben: • Llame o envíe un correo electrónico al enlace de (512) 972-5806 and Jaseudia.Killion@austintexas.gov a más tardar al mediodía (el día antes de la reunión). La información requerida es el nombre del orador, los números de artículo sobre los que desean hablar, si están a favor / en contra / neutrales, y un número de teléfono o dirección de correo …
Regular Meeting of the Environmental Commission February 16, 2022 at 6:00 P.M. Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001 301 W. 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the Environmental Commission will 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 to speak remotely, call or email the board liaison Kaela Champlin, (512) 974-3443, Kaela.Champlin@austintexas.gov, no later than noon, (the day before the meeting). The following information is required: speaker name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, email address and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). COMMISSIONERS: Haris Qureshi (D-1) Rachel Scott (D-2) Pam Thompson (D-3) Vacant (D-4) Vacant (D-6) Audrey Barrett Bixler (D-5) Linda Guerrero (D-9) Chair _________________________________________________________________________________ Jennifer Bristol (D-7) Secretary Perry Bedford (Mayor) Richard Brimer (D-10) Kevin Ramberg (D-8) Vice-Chair Agenda 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 1. 2. 3. 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES AND ACTION a. Approval of the February 2, 2022 Environmental Commission Regular Meeting Minutes (5 minutes) STAFF BRIEFINGS a. 87th State Legislature Update—Brie Franco, City of Austin Intergovernmental Relations Officer (30 minutes) ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION a. Recognize Linda Guerrero for six years of service on the Environmental Commission (10 minutes) PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Name: Violet Crown Water and Wastewater Service Extension Requests #5111 & #5112 Applicant: Jim Wittliff, Land Answers, Inc. Location: 10649 SH 71 Austin, Texas 78736 Council District: Austin 2-Mile Extraterritorial Jurisdiction Staff: Kaela Champlin, Environmental Program Coordinator, Watershed Protection Department Watershed: Barton Creek Watershed, Barton Springs Zone, Edwards Aquifer Contributing Zone, Drinking Water Protection Zone Request: Water and Wastewater Service Extension Staff Recommendation: Staff does not recommend approval of the water and wastewater service extension requests (30 minutes) b. Name: 7715 1/2 West State Highway 71, C14-85-288.23(RCA) Applicant: Amanda Swor, Drenner Group Location: 7712 Oak Forest Lane, Austin TX 78736 …
ITEM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA COMMISSION MEETING DATE: February 16, 2022 NAME & NUMBER OF PROJECT: Violet Crown Water and Wastewater Service Extension Requests #5111 and #5112 NAME OF APPLICANT OR ORGANIZATION: Jim Wittliff, Land Answers, Inc. LOCATION: 10649 SH 71 Austin, Texas 78736 COUNCIL DISTRICT: Austin 2-Mile Extraterritorial Jurisdiction PROJECT FILING DATE: October 21, 2021 WPD/ENVIRONMENTAL STAFF: Kaela Champlin, Environmental Program Coordinator, Watershed Protection Department (512) 974-3443, kaela.champlin@austintexas.gov WATERSHED: REQUEST: STAFF DETERMINATION: Barton Creek Watershed, Barton Springs Zone, Edwards Aquifer Contributing Zone, Drinking Water Protection Zone Water and Wastewater Service Extension Staff does not recommend approval of the water and wastewater service extension requests 1 MEMORANDUM TO: FROM: Linda Guerrero, Chair, and Members of the Environmental Commission Kaela Champlin, Environmental Program Coordinator, Watershed Protection Department February 16, 2022 DATE: SUBJECT: Violet Crown Water and Wastewater Service Extension Requests #5111 and #5112 Service Extension Requests (SER) located in the Drinking Water Protection Zone and outside of the City of Austin’s full purpose jurisdiction require Council approval and review by the Environmental Commission. Watershed Protection Department (WPD) staff have completed the review for Violet Crown Water and Wastewater Service Extension Requests and recommend denial of the requests. Site Overview The site consists of multiple tracts comprising a total of approximately 70.95 acres, located at 10649 SH 71, within the City of Austin’s 2-mile Extraterritorial Jurisdiction. The project proposes a mixed-use development, including multifamily residential, office, an amphitheater, and other uses. See the chart provided below that summarizes the proposed uses within the development and the associated Land Use Equivalents (LUEs) that are proposed. The project is currently in site plan review with the City of Austin (Case number: SP-2021-0262D). Proposed Development Intended Uses (Residential) Multi- Family Proposed Development Intended Uses (Commercial) Office (sq. ft.) Office Warehouse (sq. ft.) Retail (sq. ft.) Restaurant (sq. ft.) Amphitheater (persons) Units 513 Units 40,000 25,808 49,813 23,422 17,000 LUE Conversion (LUE per Unit) 0.5 LUE Conversion (LUE per Unit) 3,000 4,000 1,660 200 50 Total LUEs LUEs 257 LUEs 14 7 30 118 340 766 2 Environmental Impacts The property is in the Barton Creek Watershed, the Barton Springs Zone, the Edwards Aquifer Contributing Zone, and the Drinking Water Protection Zone. The site is also subject to the Save Our Springs Ordinance. The property does not contain any known critical environmental features, critical water quality zone, or water quality transition zone. The site does not …
Violet Crown Water & Wastewater Service Extension Request #5111 & 5112 What is an SER? • A service extension request, or SER, is an application for City water or wastewater service from a property owner or developer. • SERs are required when a property is located more than 100 feet from an accessible water or wastewater system, or when existing infrastructure isn't adequate for the proposed project demands. • Service may involve the construction of a new line or an associated facility or upgrades to existing lines or facilities. • The applicant pays for the associated infrastructure, as outlined in the SER. SER Process • Per the Land Development Code, SERs require Council approval if the property is in the Drinking Water Protection Zone and outside of the City's full purpose jurisdiction. • Environmental Commission and Water & Wastewater Commission review and make recommendations on SERs that require Council approval. Request Summary • 70.95 acres • 2-Mile ETJ • Barton Creek Watershed, Barton Springs Zone • Located in the Edwards Aquifer Contributing Zone • Drinking Water Protection Zone (DWPZ) • Subject to Save Our Springs (SOS) Ordinance Request Summary Living Unit Equivalent (LUE) is the typical flow that would be produced by a single-family residence located in a typical subdivision. Standard conversions are applied depending on the proposed use to determine the number of LUEs a project will generate. SER #5111 & 5112 Site Location Austin City Limits Austin ETJ Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone Edwards Aquifer Contributing Zone Site Location Site Location Limited Purpose 2 Mile ETJ Barton Creek Habitat Preserve SER #5111 & 5112 Environmental Impacts • No known CEFs, CWQZ, or WQTZ • Does not drain to occupied salamander habitat • Significant slopes greater than 15% that will require Land Use Commission variances for cut and fill • Located in the Barton Springs Zone • Adjacent to Barton Creek Habitat Preserve SER #5111 Proposed Water Extension Map provided by Austin Water SER #5111 Proposed Water Extension, continued Map provided by Austin Water SER #5112 Proposed Wastewater Extension Map provided by Austin Water SER #5112 Proposed Wastewater Extension, continued Map provided by Austin Water SER #5112 Alternative Wastewater Service • Net site area impervious cover = 20% • If service is not extended to the site and wastewater disposal is required, the applicant would likely apply for a Texas Land Application Permit (TLAP) issued by the Texas Commission on …
ITEM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA COMMISSION MEETING DATE: February 16, 2022 NAME & NUMBER OF PROJECT: 7715 ½ W State Highway 71 Restrictive Covenant Amendment, C14-85-288.23(RCA) NAME OF APPLICANT OR ORGANIZATION: Drenner Group (Amanda Swor) LOCATION: 7715 ½ W. SH 71 COUNCIL DISTRICT: 8 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW STAFF: Liz Johnston, Deputy Environmental Officer Liz.johnston@austintexas.gov WATERSHED: Williamson Creek Watershed, Barton Springs Contributing Zone REQUEST: To amend a Restrictive Covenant Staff recommended with conditions STAFF RECOMMENDATION: STAFF CONDITION: 1. This application completes the project established by the Restrictive Covenant such that any further development or redevelopment is subject to current code at the time of site development permit application. 2. This project shall comply with current code, including SOS non-degradation water quality treatment, except for the following exceptions: a. 60% impervious cover on a gross site area calculation shall be allowed rather than the 65% currently allowed, b. Cut and fill shall not exceed 8 feet except for building foundations and storm water control measures and appurtenances, c. Stormwater control facilities will be allowed within the Water Quality Transition Zone, d. LDC 25-8-301 and 25-8-302 does not apply. M E M O R A N D U M TO: Linda Guerrero, Chair, and Members of the Environmental Commission FROM: Liz Johnston, Deputy Environmental Officer Watershed Protection Department DATE: February 2, 2022 SUBJECT: 7715 ½ W State Highway 71 Restrictive Covenant Amendment C14-85-288.23(RCA) This summary is being provided to the Environmental Commission for the 7715 ½ W State Highway 71 Restrictive Covenant Amendment (RCA), a proposed amendment to an existing restrictive covenant from 1985 (executed in 1987). History Restrictive Covenants are legal documents that can establish site development regulations and use limitations for certain properties. Several such Restrictive Covenants have been recorded for certain properties located within the Oak Hill Study Area. The Restrictive Covenant under consideration today includes two such tracts of land which are located in the full purpose zoning jurisdiction, in the Williamson Creek Watershed, and in the Contributing Zone of the Barton Springs Segment of the Edwards Aquifer. However, only the regulations associated with Tract 1 are under discussion at this time. Restrictive Covenants associated with the Oak Hill Study Area frequently lock in older site development regulations that predate current water quality protections for the Barton Springs Zone established by City Code 25-8, Article 13 (Save Our Springs Initiative). These properties could develop under the terms of the restrictive …
7715 ½ W. SH 71 C 1 4- 8 5- 2 8 8 . 2 3 ( R C A ) R e s t r i c t i v e C o v e n a n t A m e n d m e n t L i z J o h n s t o n , D e p u t y E n v i r o n m e n t a l O f f i c e r C I T Y O F A U S T I N W A T E R S H E D P R O T E C T I O N D E P A R T M E N T Restrictive Covenant Amendments • • Re s t r i c t i ve C o ve n a n t s ( RC s ) a r e l e g a l d o c u m e n t s t h a t c a n s e t f o r t h r e s t r i c t i o n s o n p r o p e r t i e s r e l a t e d t o z o n i n g o r o t h e r l a n d d eve l o p m e n t s t a n d a r d s. C e r t a i n p r o p e r t i e s l o c a t e d w i t h i n t h e 1 9 8 5 O a k H i l l A r e a S t u d y h a ve a s s o c i a t e d RC s t h a t s e t f o r t h d eve l o p m e n t s t a n d a r d s t h a t a r e l e s s r e s t r i c t i ve t h a n c u r r e n t c o d e a l l o w s. T h e RC A u …
C14-85-288.23(RCA) 1 RESTRICTIVE COVENANT AMENDMENT CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-85-288.23(RCA) – 7715 ½ West State Highway 71 DISTRICT: 8 ADDRESS: 7715 ½ West State Highway 71 SITE AREA: 13.367 acres EXISTING ZONING: LO-NP PROPERTY OWNER: Stephen Simon, John Simon, Barbara Simon Bierner AGENT: Drenner Group (Amanda Swor) CASE MANAGER: Wendy Rhoades (512-974-7719, wendy.rhoades@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends amending the Restrictive Covenant as outlined in Exhibit D: RCA Redlines. For a summary of the basis of staff’s recommendation, see page 2. ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: February 16, 2022: February 2, 2022: APPROVED A POSTPONEMENT REQUEST BY THE NEIGHBORHOOD TO FEBRUARY 17, 2022 [K. RAMBERG; BRISTOL – 2ND] (6-0) BARRETT BIXLER, QURESHI, SCOTT – ABSENT; TWO VACANCIES ON THE COMMISSION PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: March 8, 2022: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: To be Scheduled ISSUES RESTRICTIVE COVENANT AMENDMENT RECORDING NUMBER: Interested parties in the area have raised concerns about the proposed development and increasing the impervious cover currently on the site. This property is located within the Williamson Creek Watershed of the Colorado River Basin, which is classified as a Barton Springs Zone Watershed by Chapter 25-8 of the City’s Land Development Code. Due to the existing Restrictive Covenant, this property has additional permitted entitlements for C14-85-288.23(RCA) 2 development than what would be currently allowed under today’s Land Development Code (LDC). Staff has received comments in opposition of this Restrictive Covenant Amendment (RCA) request. For all written or emailed comments, please see Exhibit C: Correspondence Received. CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The proposed Restrictive Covenant Amendment (RCA) area is approximately 13.367 acres and is part of a larger tract currenting being requested to be rezoned to GO-MU-NP, please see Zoning Case No. C14-2021-0130. This undeveloped property is located on the south side of W. SH 71 and is zoned LO-NP. Adjacent zoning consists of LR-MU-CO-NP, LO-MU-CO-NP and RR-NP to the east; SF-6-NP to the south and SF-6-NP, CS-NP and RR-NP to the west. To the north is W. SH 71 right-of-way and is not zoned. Please refer to Exhibit A: Zoning Map and Exhibit B: Aerial Map. The applicant is requesting to amend the permitted site development standards, environmental requirements, and transportation requirements. Please see Exhibit D: RCA Redlines for current RC and proposed revisions. BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the proposed amendments to the RC because much of it allows for development under a previous code and therefore is not up to …
ITEM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA COMMISSION MEETING DATE: February 16, 2022 NAME & NUMBER OF PROJECT: Iglesia Pentecostal Emanuel, Inc. SP-2020-0324C NAME OF APPLICANT OR ORGANIZATION: Bill Graham IT Gonzalez Engineers LOCATION: 6300 Moonglow Dr., Austin, TX 78724 COUNCIL DISTRICT: District 1 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW STAFF: Pamela Abee-Taulli, Environmental Program Coordinator Pamela.abee-taulli@austintexas.gov 512.974.1879 WATERSHED: REQUEST: Walnut Creek Watershed, Suburban Classification, Desired Development Zone Variance request is as follows: Request to vary from LDC 25-8-261to allow development of a portion of a driveway in the Critical water Quality Zone. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends this variance, having determined the findings of fact to have been met. STAFF CONDITION: Staff recommends the following condition: the applicant will provide bollards at appropriate locations adjacent to the drive and parking area to prevent vehicle parking off of the pavement. 1 of 54 Development Services Department Staff Recommendations Concerning Required Findings Project Name: Iglesia Pentecostal Emanuel, Inc. Ordinance Standard: Watershed Protection Ordinance Variance Request: Request to vary from LDC 25-8-261to allow development of a portion of a driveway in the Critical water Quality Zone. Include an explanation with each applicable finding of fact. Land Use Commission variance determinations from Chapter 25-8-41 of the A. City Code: 1. 2. The requirement will deprive the applicant of a privilege available to owners of similarly situated property with approximately contemporaneous development subject to similar code requirements. Yes The requirement will deprive the applicant of access to the site. The variance: a) Is not necessitated by the scale, layout, construction method, or other design decision made by the applicant, unless the design decision provides greater overall environmental protection than is achievable without the variance; Yes The variance is not necessitated by a design decision of the applicant. The variance is necessitated by two conditions of the site that leave it without a code compliant access point. The first site condition is that there is a previously platted open space lot, across which access is prohibited, that fronts Sandshof Dr. and lies between Sandshof Dr. and the subject site. Because of this situation, the site is forced to take its only access from Moonglow Dr. 2 of 54 The second site condition is that Moonglow Dr. is entirely within the Critical Water Quality Zone buffer of the adjacent, unnamed major waterway. Since a driveway is not a permitted use in the Critical Water Quality Zone buffer per LDC 25-8-261, the project is …
IGLESIA PENTECOSTAL EMANUEL, INC. 6300 MOONGLOW DR SP-2020-0324C Pamela Abee-Taulli Environmental Program Coordinator Development Services Department LOCATION Site Location Austin ETJ Austin City Limits Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone Edwards Aquifer Contributing Zone This product is for informational purposes and may not have been prepared for or be suitable for legal, engineering, or surveying purposes. It does not represent an on-the- ground survey and represents only the approximate relative location of property boundaries. This product has been produced by the Watershed Protection Department for the sole purpose of geographic reference. No warranty is made by the City of Austin regarding specific accuracy or completeness. 0 5 10 Miles[ LOCATION Site Location Capitol DECKER LAKE LOCATION Site Location DECKER LAKE PROPERTY DATA • Walnut Creek Watershed • Suburban Classification • Full Purpose Jurisdiction • Not located over Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone • Council District 1 • Critical Water Quality Zone (CWQZ) • Wetland Critical Environmental Feature (CEF) VARIANCE REQUEST THE DEVELOPMENT: Applicant proposes to construct a religious assembly with associated improvements. BARRIER TO COMPLIANCE: The only possible site access is through a Critical Water Quality Zone (CWQZ) stream buffer. VARIANCE REQUEST: Vary from LDC 25-8-261 to allow construction of a drive in a CWQZ to provide site access. BACKGROUND SITE CONSTRAINTS Creek Centerlines TCAD Parcels SP-2015-0004C Site BACKGROUND SITE CONSTRAINTS Open space easement parcel – access prohibited SP-2015-0004C Site BACKGROUND SITE CONSTRAINTS Access from Moonglow Dr. SP-2015-0004C Site BACKGROUND SITE CONSTRAINTS CWQZ Stream Buffer (300’) Access from Moonglow Dr. SP-2015-0004C Site BACKGROUND SITE CONSTRAINTS Wetland CEF CWQZ Stream Buffer (300’) Access from Moonglow Dr. SP-2015-0004C Site BACKGROUND BUFFER AVERAGING The critical water quality zone boundaries may be reduced to not less than …150 feet from the centerline of a major waterway if the overall surface area of the critical water quality zone is the same or greater than the surface area that would be provided without the reduction, as prescribed in the Environmental Criteria Manual. [LDC 25-8-92(B)(4)] GOAL: CONSTRAINT: Reshape the CWQZ so that the development is out of the CWQZ. The driveway is within the minimum 150’ buffer width. BACKGROUND BUFFER AVERAGING Wetland CEF CWQZ Stream Buffer (300’) Access from Moonglow Dr. SP-2015-0004C Site Minimum CWQZ buffer width 150’ BACKGROUND BUFFER AVERAGING Parking Building Drainage/water quality pond Wetland CEF CWQZ Stream Buffer (300’) Access from Moonglow Dr. SP-2015-0004C Site Site plan Minimum CWQZ buffer width 150’ BACKGROUND BUFFER AVERAGING Wetland CEF …
