Versión en español a continuación. College Student Commission Meeting 02/26/2021 College Student Commission to be held 02/26/2021 with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (02/25/2021 by noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the College Student Commission Meeting, members of the public must: •Call or email the board liaison at (512) 974-6264 or dionte.mcclendon@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). •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 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 dionte.mcclendon@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 the meeting is broadcast live, it may be viewed here: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Font Size: 12; Font: Times New Roman; Font Style: Regular Reunión del College Student Commission FECHA de la reunion (02/26/2021) 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 (02/25/2021 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 la junta en dionte.mcclendon@austintexas.gov or (512)974-6864 a más tardar al mediodía (el día antes de la reunión). Se requiere la siguiente información: nombre del orador, número (s) de artículo sobre el que desean hablar, si están a favor / en contra / neutral, dirección de correo electrónico (opcional) y un número de teléfono (debe ser el número que se utilizará para llamar ). • Una vez que se haya realizado …
Versión en español a continuación. ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION Schedule Meeting February 25, 2021 ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION to be held February 25, 2021 with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (February 24, 2021 by noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the February 25, 2021, ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION Meeting, members of the public must: •Call or email the board liaison at MICHELLE CLEMONS – 512-974-6282 michelle.clemons@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 MICHELLE CLEMONS – michelle.clemons@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 Reunión del ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION Schedule Meeting FECHA de la reunion (February 25, 2021) 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 (February 24, 2021 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 la junta en MICHELLE CLEMONS – 512-974-6282 michelle.clemons@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 Economic Prosperity Commission February 22, 2021 at 5:30 pm VIA VIDEOCONFERENCING Minutes CALL TO ORDER 1) Call to Order 5:45 pm Introduction of members and staff liaison a) Attendance: Larry Anazia - District 1; Kirsha Haverlah – District 2, Alexis Taylor - District 3, - Preston Tom- District -5; Amy Noel- District 7;- Nathan Ryan- District 8; Vacant- District 9; Holt Lackey- District 10; Rachel Green – Mayor’s Appointee b) Absent: Michael Ybarra- District -6;,Ivanna Neri- District 4 c) Staff in Attendance: Michelle Clemons and Nydia Castillo 2) NEW BUSINESS a) Citizen Communications 3) OLD BUSINESS a) Approved minutes from January 2021 meeting with corrections i) 1st by Commissioner Holt Lackey, 2nd by Commissioner Alexis Taylor ii) Formed new working group: Alternative Sustainability. (a) by Commissioner Holt Lackey, 2nd by Commissioner Amy Noel 4) REGULAR(FUTURE) AGENDA ITEMS a) Create agenda topics for April 2021 meeting. ADJOURNMENT a) Meeting was adjourned at 7:49 pm 1st by Commissioner Amy Noel, and 2nd by Commissioner Kirsha Haverlah 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 Michelle Clemons at the Economic Development Department, at (512) (974-2713), for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Economic Prosperity Commission, please contact Michelle Clemons at (Michelle.Clemons@austintexas.gov ) or (512-974-2713).
Versión en español a continuación. Meeting of the Building and Standards Commission February 24, 2021 Building and Standards Commission Meeting to be held February 24, 2021 with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers (property owners, representatives and/or interested parties) must register in advance (one day before the scheduled meeting, Tuesday, February 23, 2021 by Noon). To speak remotely at the February 24, 2021 Building and Standards Commission Meeting, you must: •Call or email Melanie Alley at 512-974-2679 or melanie.alley@austintexas.gov no later than February 23, 2021 by Noon, (one day before the meeting). The information required is the speaker name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, a telephone number and email address. •Once a request to speak has been called in or emailed to the board liaison, speakers will be contacted with 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 melanie.alley@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. •Residents may watch a live broadcast of the meeting here: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live. Reunión del Building and Standards Commission 24 de febrero de 2021 La junta se llevará a cabo el 24 de febrero de 2021 con modificaciones de distanciamiento social. Se permitirán comentarios públicos por teléfono; no se permitirá ninguna entrada en persona. Todos los oradores (propietarios, representantes y / o interesados) deben registrarse con anticipación (el martes 23 de febrero de 2021 antes del mediodía). Todos los comentarios públicos se producirán al comienzo de la reunión. Para hablar de forma remota en la reunion el miercoles 24 de febrero de 2021, los residentes deben: • Llame o envíe un correo electrónico al enlace de la junta en 512-974-2679 o melanie.alley@austintexas.gov a más tardar al mediodía (el día antes de la reunión). La información requerida es el nombre del orador, los Page 1 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 …
BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION The Building and Standards Commission (BSC) convened remotely via video conference for a regular meeting on Wednesday, February 24, 2021. The meeting was available for viewing live at http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch- atxn-live. Commission Members in Attendance: Chair Andrea Freiburger; and, Commissioners: John Green, Timothy Stostad, James Briceno, Sade Ogunbode, Elizabeth Mueller, Wordy Thompson, and Ex Officio Commissioner Chief Thomas Vocke. Vice Chair Pablo Avila, and Commissioners Edgar Farrera and Natalya Sheddan were absent. REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Date: February 24, 2021 Staff in Attendance: Melanie Alley, Code Review Analyst/BSC Coordinator; Robert Moore, Code Division Manager; Marlayna Wright, Code Supervisor; James Candelas, Program Specialist; Farah Presley, Investigator; Matt Noriega, Code Division Manager; Justin Brummer, Code Acting Supervisor; Moses Rodriguez, Code Supervisor; Willis Adams, Code Inspector; John Rodriguez, Code Inspector; Joseph Yost, Code Inspector; Brandon Carr, Assistant City Attorney and Steve Sadowsky, Historic Preservation Officer; Daniel Murphy, CTM A/V Technician. CALL TO ORDER Chair Freiburger called the Commission Meeting to order at 6:31 p.m. CITIZEN COMMUNICATION Attorney Cassandra Shanbaum appeared before the Commission as an owner representative for 1516 Burton Drive, Building B-2 (Retaining Wall); Case # CL 2019-223860, also known as Solaris Apartments. She stated that the referenced case is now in compliance and requested that the case be placed on the next meeting agenda regarding penalty relief. Chair Freiburger deferred any decision until the end of the meeting when future agenda items would be discussed. PUBLIC COMMENT 1407 Newning Avenue; CL 2021-021539 – Next door neighbor and interested party Jack ”Trey” McCall testified regarding the conditions present at Item # 7 on the agenda and urged the Commission to take action regarding this property. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Green moved to approve the minutes from the January 28, 2021 special called meeting, seconded by Commissioner Mueller. The January meeting minutes were approved on a 7-0-0 vote. Vice Chair Pablo Avila, and Commissioners Farrera and Sheddan were absent. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1 Owner/Appellant Street Address H. Dalton Wallace 911 Congress, LLC Grandberry Building H. Dalton Wallace 907 Congress Avenue, aka the (Robertson Building) 911 Congress Avenue 909 Congress Avenue, aka Mitchell- Continued Case(s) Pending Commission Action: Case Number(s) 1. CL 2021-002304 2. CL 2021-002321 3. CL 2021-002327 These properties, continued from the January 28, 2021 meeting, were heard concurrently and were represented at the hearing by the owner’s representative, Leah Bojo. Steve Sadowsky from the Housing and Planning Department and Ex …
Building and Fire Board of Appeals November 9, 2020 Building and Fire Board to be held February 24 at 1:30 PM with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (February 23 by noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the Building and Fire Board Meeting, residents must: •Call or email the board liaison at 512-550-5836 or at rick.arzola@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 rick.arzola@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 Junta de Apelaciones de Edificios y Bomberos 24 de febrero de 2021 Building and Fire Board se llevará a cabo el 24 de febrero de 2021 a las 1:30 p.m. 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 (23 de febrero al mediodía). Todos los comentarios públicos se producirán al comienzo de la reunión. Para hablar de forma remota en la reunión del edificio y la junta de bomberos, los residentes deben: • Llame o envíe un correo electrónico al enlace de la junta al 512-550-5836 o al rick.arzola@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 …
2021 International Building Code Meeting Purpose To present proposed changes to the 2021 International Building Code. Reduce Local Amendments GOAL: To minimize the number of amendments and return to published code. Amendments were reduced by more than 50% compared to the 2015 adoption process. The following slides detail some of the major changes proposed in the ordinance. Reasons for amendments: 1. Council mandated 2. Business needs (chapter 1) 3. Additional options for the public with exempts from permitting 4. Clarification purposes 5. ISO rating Chapter 25-12: Local Amendments to International Building Code 101.4.8 Building Criteria Manual. Additional information on procedures and rules for administration of this code is available in the Building Criteria Manual. Note: Created pointer to BCM to facilitate the process for changes. Chapter 25-12: Local Amendments to International Building Code 103.1 Authority. The building official responsible for administering, implementing, and enforcing the Building Code. The building official may appoint one or more deputy building officials. 103.1 Building Official. The building official administers, enforces, and interprets this code. The building official may designate one or more deputy building officials. is the City official Note: Modified to create consistency with the other codes. Chapter 25-12: Local Amendments to International Building Code 105.1.1.1 Authorized Scope of Work. See Building Criteria Manual, section 1.1.2 Building Inspection Processes for authorized work under the annual permit. Note: Created pointer to BCM to facilitate the process for changes. Chapter 25-12: Local Amendments to International Building Code 105.2 Work Exempt from Permit • One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses, shade cloth structures constructed for outdoor covered areas that are not A2 or E occupancies, and similar uses, provided the floor area is not greater than 120 square feet (11 m²); provided they are not located within a flood hazard area. • Repair and replacement to gypsum board and backer board that is are not part of a fire-resistance-rated wall, a shear assembly, or wet areas; provided it is limited to a maximum of 32 96 square feet. • Repair to exterior siding that is not part of a fire-rated assembly wall or shear assembly; provided that it is limited to a maximum of 96 square feet. • Other work as determined by the building official. Note: Added additional exemptions from permitting. Chapter 25-12: Local Amendments to International Building Code 105.5 Time Limits. City Code Chapter 25-12, Article 13 (Administration of …
2021 International Residential Code Meeting Purpose To present proposed changes to the 2021 International Residential Code. Reduce Local Amendments GOAL: To minimize the number of amendments and return to published code. Amendments were reduced by more than 50% compared to the 2015 adoption process. The following slides detail some of the major changes proposed in the ordinance. Reasons for amendments: 1. Council mandated 2. Business needs (chapter 1) 3. Additional options for the public with exempts from permitting 4. Clarification purposes 5. ISO rating Chapter 25-12: Local Amendments to International Residential Code R101.2 Scope. The provisions of this code shall apply to the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, removal and demolition of detached one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses not more than three stories above grade plane in height with a separate means of egress and their accessory structures not more than three stories above grade plane in height. Exception: The following shall be permitted to be constructed in accordance with this code where provided with an automatic sprinkler system complying with Section P2904. 1. Live/work units located in townhouses and complying with the requirements of Section 508.5 of the International Building Code. 2. Owner-occupied lodging houses with five or fewer guestrooms. 3. A care facility with six or fewer persons receiving custodial care within a dwelling unit. 4. A care facility with six or fewer persons receiving medical care within a dwelling unit. 5. A care facility for six or fewer persons receiving care that are within a single- family dwelling. Note: Modified by using the language from published code, although matching the provisions of the IBC with exceptions 3-5. Chapter 25-12: Local Amendments to International Residential Code R104.4 Inspections. The building official is authorized to make inspections and may accept written inspection reports prepared and certified by approved agencies, registered design professionals, or individuals. The building official is authorized to engage such expert opinions as deemed necessary to report upon unusual technical issues that arise. When special conditions exist, the building official is authorized to require additional construction documents be prepared by a registered design professional including but not limited to: building envelope survey, impervious coverage survey when within 5% of the maximum allowable or when maximum is exceeded, building height survey, finish floor elevations, foundation report, and flood elevation certificate. If the building official requires a survey, the survey must be …
Flat-top Fence Purpose To provide an update regarding revised language for flat-top fences, and discuss next steps. Next Steps • Staff recommendation to move forward: – A resolution may be sent by the board to City Council, directing the City Manager to pursue a code amendment after obtaining stakeholder engagement. – Board can consider tabling discussion until after the 2021 code meetings. Proposed Language to Prevent Entrapment Only All fences with a height of less than 6 feet shall not be constructed with exposed pickets or other decorative features at the top of the fence. All fences with exposed pickets or other decorative features shall comply with a design that does not create a ladder effect as per the following: 1. Solid fences that do not have openings shall not contain indentations or protrusions that form handholds and footholds, except for normal construction tolerances and tooled masonry joints. 2. Where the fence is composed of horizontal and vertical members, the distance between the top of the horizontal members shall not be less than 45 inches. Spacing between vertical members shall not exceed 4 inches. Where there are decorative cutouts or decorative features within vertical members, spacing within the cutouts or decorative features shall not exceed 13/4 inches in width. 3. The maximum opening formed by a chain link fence shall not be more than 13/4 inches. Where the fence is provided with slats fastened at the top and bottom that reduce the openings, such openings shall not be greater than 13/4 inches. 4. Where the fence is composed of diagonal members, the maximum opening formed by the diagonal members shall not be greater than 13/4 inches. The angle of diagonal members shall not be greater than 45 degrees (0.79 rad) from vertical. Exceptions: 1. Fences where exposed vertical members are spaced no less than 6 inches apart. 2. Other fence designs approved by the building official that prevent entrapment on top of the fence. Does It Meet Entrapment Intent? If this fence is less than 6 feet in height, and horizontal members are less than 45 inches apart, it could be in compliance if the finials are spaced no less than 6 inches apart. Does It Meet Entrapment Intent? Horizontal members less than 45 inches apart? Less than 6 feet in height? Vertical members no less than 6 inches apart? Proposed Language to Prevent Entrapment & Impalement All fences less …
Building and Fire Board of Appeals November 9, 2020 Building and Fire Board to be held February 24 at 1:30 PM with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (February 23 by noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the Building and Fire Board Meeting, residents must: •Call or email the board liaison at 512-550-5836 or at rick.arzola@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 rick.arzola@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 Junta de Apelaciones de Edificios y Bomberos 24 de febrero de 2021 Building and Fire Board se llevará a cabo el 24 de febrero de 2021 a las 1:30 p.m. 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 (23 de febrero al mediodía). Todos los comentarios públicos se producirán al comienzo de la reunión. Para hablar de forma remota en la reunión del edificio y la junta de bomberos, los residentes deben: • Llame o envíe un correo electrónico al enlace de la junta al 512-550-5836 o al rick.arzola@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 …
2021 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) Amendment Process Presented to Fire and Building Board Presented by 2021 IPMC Committee February 24, 2021 Purpose of Presentation To provide an overview of the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) Amendment process. Background • The City of Austin will be adopting the ICC International Code Council’s 2021 IPMC updates from the current 2015 IPMC. • ACD established the 2021 IPMC Amendment Committee, consisting of three groups: – Group 1 (Review of IPMC Chapters 1 and 2) – Group 2 (Review of IPMC Chapters 3 and 4) – Group 3 (Review of IPMC Chapters 5, 6 and 13) • October 2020: Collaboration began with other City Departments for proposed amendments. What’s Next • • • • The committee will meet with Fire and Building Board to review draft of proposed amendments. A series of two or three Stakeholder meetings. Consult with CEO. ACD staff will present a draft of recommended changes to the BSC – Building and Standards Commission to obtain feedback and/or approval. Presentation of Final IPMC Amendment draft to City Council will follow established process: – – Responsible Department will launch the request for action by Council to set for public hearing. Council will place the item on the agenda for public hearing. Following public hearings, the item will be set on the agenda for decision 2021 Code Adoption Timeline Working groups 1-3 comparison of 2015 IPMC to 2021 IPMC Oct ‘20-Jan ’21 Leadership Engagement Jan ‘21 Stakeholder Engagement / Board Review Feb – Mar ’21 Fire & Building Board Review Feb 24, 2021 Legal Review Apr – May ’21 BSC May ‘21 City Council Public Hearings May – Jun ‘21 Implement Sept 1, 2021 Additional Information The committee will provide Leadership at the next engagement meeting of the following: • Major Changes in the 2021 IPMC Draft – 108.1.3 Structure Unsafe for Human Occupancy If the Code Official finds a structure unsafe, the owner of the property shall provide an action plan for repairs to the Code Official and provide approved accommodations for the occupants of the structure within two days of notice. • Major Changes in the 2021 IPMC Draft – 504.3 Plumbing system hazards • • If the If the Code Official finds a plumbing system hazard. The owner of the property will provide an action plan for repairs to the code official and provide approved accommodations to the …
Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals Board Meeting Approved Minutes The Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals met in a Regular Called Meeting on February 24, 2021 via Web Ex Video Conference Vice Chairman, Aubrey Brasfield called the meeting to order at 1:45 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Ben Abzug, Aubrey Brasfield, Peter Sybesma, Ashley Juraska, Tim Arndt, Marco Fiorillo, Ron Buys and Alicia Jones Board Members Not in Attendance: Alan Schumann, Bobby Johns, and James Wilsford. Staff in Attendance: Rick Arzola (DSD), Beth Culver (DSD), Mitchell Tolbert (DSD), Kelly Stilwell (DSD), Moses Rodriguez (ACD), Kecia Lara (ACD), Jennifer Verhulst (DSD), Adam Smith (DSD), Armand Daigle (DSD), Tony Hernandez (DSD), Kalissa Tozzi(DSD), Ben Flick (AFD), Elaine Garrett (ACD), Daniel Word (ACD), Jameson Courtney (WPD) and Jose Roig (ACD) February 24, 2021 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The Nov 9, 2020 minutes were approved as written by Board member Juraska and second by board member Sybesma. Motion passed 7-0. No Modifications. 2. OPENING REMARKS- Building Official Beth Culver opens up the discussion of the 2021 codes with presentations of the 2021 International Building Code, International Existing Building Code and the International Residential Code. With stakeholder meetings and public comments still taking place, Beth gives a preview of these codes. Goal is to adopt these codes and implement them by September 2021. 3. DISCUSSION -2021 CODES A. International Building Code- DSD Manager for Commercial Review Mitchell Tolbert presented numerous of proposed amendment changes to the 2021 IBC. The reasons for these amendments are business needs, options for the public with exempt from permitting, clarification and Insurance Services Office (ISO) and council mandated. The goal was to reduce the number of amendments by more than 50% by comparing them to 2015 adoption process and return them back to the publish code. After the completion of the IBC presentation, board members Sybesma, Arndt and Jones all had questions regarding height of clearances, exemption from permit/energy efficiency and separate facilities. Board members will review the code and come back in March for recommendation. B. International Residential Code- DSD Chief Building Inspector Kelly Stillwell presented to the board the IRC. Much like the IBC, the goal was to minimize the number of amendments by more than 50% due to council business needs, options for public being exempt for permitting, clarification and ISO’s ratings as well as council mandating these ordinances. After the completion of the …
Versión en español a continuación. Arts Commission Special Called Meeting February 24, 2021 Arts Commission to be held February 24, 2021 with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (February 23, 2021 by noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the Arts Commission Meeting, members of the public must: •Call or email the board liaison at 512-974-9315 or jesus.pantel@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). •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 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 jesus.pantel@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 the meeting is broadcast live, it may be viewed here: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Reunión del Arts Commission FECHA de la reunion (February 24, 2021) 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 (February 23, 2021 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 junta en 512-974-9315 o jesus.pantel@austintexas.gov a más tardar al mediodía (el día antes de la reunión). Se requiere la siguiente información: nombre del orador, número (s) de artículo sobre el que desean hablar, si están a favor / en contra / neutral, dirección de correo electrónico (opcional) y un número de teléfono (debe ser el número que se utilizará para llamar ). • Una vez que se haya realizado una solicitud para hablar …
Versión en español a continuación. Parks and Recreation Board Meeting February 23, 2021 Parks and Recreation Board to be held February 23, 2021 with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (February 22, 2021 by noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the February 23, 2021 Parks and Recreation Board Meeting, members of the public must: • Call or email the board liaison at 512-974-6716 or sammi.curless@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 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 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 sammi.curless@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 • Reunión del Parks and Recreation Board February 23, 2021 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 (February 22, 2021 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 la junta en 512-974-6716 or sammi.curless@austintexas.gov a más tardar al mediodía (el día antes de la reunión). Se requiere la siguiente información: nombre del orador, número (s) de artículo sobre el que desean hablar, si están a favor / en contra / neutral, dirección de correo electrónico (opcional) y un número de teléfono (debe ser el número que se utilizará para llamar ). • Una vez que se haya realizado una solicitud para …
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD Tuesday, January 26, 2021 – 6:00pm MINUTES The Parks and Recreation Board convened in a regular meeting on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 via videoconference in Austin, Texas. Chair Lewis called the meeting to order at 6:02pm. Board Members in Attendance: Chair Dawn Lewis; Laura Cottam Sajbel; Richard DePalma; Anna DiCarlo; Sarah Faust; Francoise Luca; Kate Mason-Murphy; Fred Morgan; Nina Rinaldi and Kimberly Taylor. Board Members Absent: Vice Chair Romteen Farasat. Board Member Faust joined the meeting at approximately 6:10pm. Staff in Attendance: Kimberly McNeeley; Brie Franco; Liana Kallivoka; Lucas Massie; Suzanne Piper; Anthony Segura; Scott Grantham; Mary Marrero; Randy Scott; and Sammi Curless. CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Bill Bunch – continued support for Barton Springs area. A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes from the special meeting of December 4, 2020 were approved on Board Member Morgan motion, Board Member Cottam Sajbel second on an 10-0 with Vice Chair Farasat absent. B. NEW BUSINESS: PRESENTATION, DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 1. Discussion and possible action regarding Recommendation 20210126-B1 supporting the City of Austin’s 2020 Legislative Agenda. Public comment from Bill Bunch encouraging the City to explore utilizing Hotel Occupancy Tax to fund parks. Board Member Cottam Sajbel made a motion to approve Recommendation 20210126- B1; Board Members DePalma and Taylor seconded the motion. The motion passed on a vote of 10-0 with Vice Chair Farasat absent. 2. Make a recommendation to the Planning Commission to deny the applicant's request to pay fee in lieu of land dedication for 4802 S. Congress (SP-2019-0600C). Page 1 of 3 Board Member Mason-Murphy made a motion to recommend to the Planning Commission to deny the applicant's request to pay fee in lieu of land dedication for 4802 S. Congress (SP-2019-0600C) and uphold staff’s recommendation for the dedication of parkland; Board Morgan seconded the motion. The motion passed on a vote of 9-1 with Board Member Luca voting nay and Vice Chair Farasat absent. 3. Discussion and possible action regarding a recommendation to the City Council regarding modifications to Austin City Code for naming or renaming a park facility or feature. Board Member DiCarlo made a motion to encourage the Austin City Council to incorporate the recommended changes to the Ordinance 20160324-021 in order to make the naming and renaming process more transparent, more efficient, more equitable, and less costly for the Parks and Recreation Department; seconded by Board Member Luca. The motion …
RECOMMENDATION Commission on Seniors Recommendation Number: (20210113-03B): Seating in Parks, Greenbelts, Trails and other Open Spaces WHEREAS, the City of Austin has added to the inventory of parkland, greenbelts, and trails through application of voter- approved bond funds; and WHEREAS, much of the existing parkland, greenbelts, and trails lack adequate benches that would help older adults, children, people with limited mobility and others use and enjoy these green spaces; and WHEREAS, seating encourages walking, socializing and enjoyment of green spaces because there is somewhere to rest; and WHEREAS, the Austin Age Friendly Action Plan includes the following goal and strategy: Goal: Increase access to and utilization of parks, open spaces and public buildings. Strategy: Increase the number of parks and public spaces that are equipped with functional seating at frequent intervals, drinking fountains, shaded resting areas, walkways suitable for wheelchairs/walkers and accessible public restrooms; and WHEREAS, the privately funded "memorial bench" program needs expansion; and WHEREAS, non-profits and businesses may want to work with the Parks and Recreation Department through the Partnership Program to further the City's ability to provide adequate seating in parkland, greenbelts, and trails. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Commission on Seniors recommends the Parks and Recreation Department to emphasize the placement of benches on trails and other developed parkland areas at appropriate intervals based on professional guidance and the design elements of the trail or other green space so older adults and others can enjoy the parkland assets. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Commission on Seniors recommends the Parks Department promote the "Memorial Bench" program and encourage community partners to support expanding the number of benches and related infrastructure available for residents, including older adults. For: Briesemeister, Varteressian, Hauser, Temperley, Spain, De Maria Nicola, Garcia-Pittman, Lugo, Angel, Grampp, Cagle, Bordie, Van Sickle, Jackson, and Kareithi Date of Approval: January 13th, 2021 Record of the vote: 15-0 Motioned By: Varteressian Seconded By: Grampp Against: None Abstain: None Absent: None Attest:
RESOLUTION NO. 20200220-046 WHEREAS, the 351-acre Zilker Metropolitan Park is considered Austin's most- beloved park and is home to a variety of recreation opportunities, facilities and special events for individuals and families; and WHEREAS, the twelve-passenger Zilker Park Eagle miniature train made its first trip in Zilker Park on April 22, 1961, and was operated by Zilker Park Eagle, Inc., which consisted of Larry Miller, B.E. Glenn, and G.L. Folger; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin facilitated a contest to officially name the family amusement train, resulting in the renaming of the Zilker Park Eagle as the Zilker Zephyr; and WHEREAS, in February 1997, the 72-passenger family amusement ride known as the Zilker Zephyr, operated by Texas Special Company, owned by Jason and Abel Rodriguez, began its route around a defined path within Zilker Park; and WHEREAS, in June 2018, Resolution No. 20180628-072 created the Zilker Park Working Group (ZPWG), which recommended to City Council in June 2019 that the City begin a Master Plan process for Zilker Park to include an evaluation of visitor convenience impacts and transportation solutions that will be efficient and convenient for visitors, inferred to include but not be limited to internal park visitor circulation, which may consider the family amusement train ride path; and Page 1 0f 4 WHEREAS, the Zilker Park Master Plan request for qualifications/proposal process is scheduled to be released for formal consideration in Spring 2020; and WHEREAS, in May 2019, a rainstorm caused severe erosion to an embankment supporting part of the train's track, causing it to close temporarily; and WHEREAS, in January 2020, the Parks and Recreation Department was not able to come to an agreement with Texas Special Company for a new professional services contract for the continued operation of the family amusement train known as the Zilker Zephyr; and WHEREAS the family amusement train ride known as the Zilker Zephyr is a beloved part of Zilker Park, enjoyed by thousands of visitors a year; and WHEREAS, the non-profit Austin Parks Foundation has served as a City ofAustin Parks and Recreation Department partner for over 27 years, to enhance public parks, trails and green spaces through volunteerism, innovative programming, advocacy, construction management, and financial support benefiting the Austin community; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin recognizes the service of the Texas Special Company in the operation ofthe family amusement train known as the Zilker Zephyr, has delighted families …
A NEW & IMPROVED Zilker Train 1 01 Intro About APF 02 The Project How we got here 03 Our Approach Where we’re going 04 Operations & Financials Looking to the future 2 About Us Austin Parks Foundation partners with our community to enhance people’s lives by making our public parks, trails and green spaces better through volunteerism, innovative programming, advocacy and financial support. Because of our partnership with the City's Parks & Recreation Dept., and nearly 30 years of proven results, we were contacted to help find an interim solution while Zilker Park undergoes a vision planning process to build a new, long-term vision for the park. 3 Project Leads Ladye Anne Wofford Project management and operations Bobbi Kommenini Business management and operations Katie Robillard, PLA Landscape architecture and project design UT McCombs Business Fellows Business technology The entire Austin Parks Foundation team is committed to the success of this project and is leading project management, operations, fundraising and marketing for the new Zilker Train. Our team brings expertise in park improvements and programming, and nearly 30 years of proven results partnering with the Parks & Recreation Dept. 4 Project Expertise We are bringing together a team of subject matter experts and well-established vendors for a well-rounded project team including: ● The Railway Factory: Custom amusement train manufacturing ● Dunaway Associates: Civil and structural engineering ● Frank & Victor: Brand development ● Steven Smith, McKinsey & Co: Business management and operations ● Stan Li, McKinsey & Co: Customer experience ● Giant Noise: Public Relations 5 THE Project 6 Then The Zilker Train is one of the most beloved family activities in Austin. Since 1961, the train has taken children on an adventure around Zilker Park, past scenic views of Lady Bird Lake, the great lawn and the Zilker Playscape. In 2019, erosion under the tracks caused the Zilker Train to close down permanently. In February 2020, Austin City Council passed a resolution allowing Austin Parks Foundation to work in partnership with the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department to bring back the Zilker Train as quickly and safely as possible. Now 7 Project Timeline Analysis Engineering firm site analysis Topographical survey Structural assessments Operations research Manufacturing research Concession agreement Permitting New route in permitting Brand development Formation of LLC Standard Operating Procedures Fundraising campaign begins Concession agreement finalized Fall 2020 Spring 2021 Launch Fundraising campaign Site improvements complete …
Dougherty Arts Center Replacement Project Preliminary Design Phase Update Boards and Commissions February 2021 Site Map & Context 2 Previous City Council Direction • Butler Shores location approved on 5/9/19 • Council direction to consider site alternatives: on site 1. New DAC & existing PARD Main Office remain 2. New DAC & New PARD Main Office rebuilt on site (unfunded) 3. New DAC on site, existing PARD is removed/relocated elsewhere (unfunded) • Consolidated Arts District Parking (underground, partially unfunded) • Seek alternative financing mechanisms & interest in philanthropy Conceptual development scenario from 2018/2019 planning process 3 Existing PARD Main Office • Constructed 1959, 2-story addition in 1976 • First permanent home for COA Parks Department • High degree of historic integrity • Architect: R. Earl Dillard • Defining features: wide eaves, flat roof, curtain • Eligible for listing on National Register of Historic windows Places Image credits: Austin History Center 4 Recent Stakeholder Engagement • Two Open House Community Meetings • Meeting #1: Oct. 28, 2020 • Meeting #2: Jan. 26, 2021 • (10) Small Group Meetings • Dougherty Arts Center Staff: 11/10/2020 • Painting, Photography, and Drawing Artists and Instructors: 11/19/2020 • Youth Program Instructors and Parents: 12/1/2020 • Gallery Artists: 12/2/2020 • Artist Professional Development Programs: 12/3/2020 • Theater Organizations and Technical Staff: 12/7/2020 • Friends of the Dougherty Arts Center: 12/9/2020 • Ceramics Studio Artists and Instructors: 12/10/2020 • Neighbors to the Dougherty Arts Center: 12/15/2020 • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Arts: 1/7/2021 • Electronic Survey • 221 Participants & 894 Responses • Ongoing Partner Coordination • ZACH Scott Theater • The Trail Foundation • Austin Transportation Dept. 5 Project Mission Statement 6 Site Constraints Map 7 Four Options Key operational criteria and site considerations • Preservation of heritage trees • Relationship to adjacent ZACH • Underground parking solution • Pick-up & drop-off for youth programs • Load-in areas for theater programs • Balancing traffic impact between Toomey Rd. & Riverside Dr. • Preservation of PARD Main Office (1959) • Allowance for possible expansion • Activates parkland & enhance trail access • Civic presence/identity • Back of house areas for kiln yard, etc. 8 • Compact building footprint tucked closely behind PARD Main & ZACH School • One heritage oak impacted • Proposed parking garage sits between ZACH and new DAC, within ZACH lease boundary • PARD Main is retained and renovated/expanded (future scope, unfunded) …
Austin Parks and Recreation Department Barton Creek Greenbelt Reservation Pilot PARB Presentation Amanda Ross, Natural Resources Division Manager February 2020 PILOT PROJECT • Free Reservations Available Online • Park Monitors In Place At 7 Entrances • Reservations Implemented Friday-Sunday • 10:30am-7:30pm 2 GUIDING QUESTIONS • Can managing access provide enjoyable access/nature appreciation for park users? • Can a reservation system be implemented equitably? • Is this a model that could work in this park or other parks? • What are potential benefits and challenges of increasing staffing levels at the Barton Creek Greenbelt? • Are there changes to environmental impacts? 3 DATA REVIEW • All reservation slots FULL at all 8 entrances in August • Reservations available every weekend September and October • 34% of reservations were claimed 4 DATA REVIEW • 4,675 visitors were allowed to enter without a reservation • 1,642 visitors were turned away • 828 dogs were counted • Park Ranger contacts for dogs off-leash were down 35% from the previous year timeframe 5 PUBLIC SURVEY RESULTS In Person Survey (569) Online Survey (376) 54% were visiting for the first time or only visited annually Hiking, nature and swimming reasons for visiting Over 60% visited the site monthly or weekly Hiking, nature and swimming reasons for visiting 78745 most frequent zip code South/south east of Austin Online Reservation System 73% Positive Online Reservation System 21% Positive Ability to Get A Reservation 76% Positive Ability to Get A Reservation 17% Positive More than 50% said a positive was that the system: creates a less crowded space for enjoyment during pandemic 57% Had Difficulty Getting a Reservation Largest Negative of Reservation System Was Advanced Planning Largest Negative of Reservation System Was Advanced Planning 6 TRASH SURVEY Poop Bags Alcohol Containers Plastic Bags Beverage Containers Tobacco Products Small Misc. 45 16 29 21 16 54 FY18 FY20 FY21* FY19 20 5 7 6 8 12 60 18 28 29 17 62 17 10 13 16 7 47 7 CONCLUSIONS • Opportunity exists for more visitor interactions within this large urban preserve. • Given the high percentage of individuals visiting for the first time or annually, there is an opportunity to improve visitor services with more programing. • Many visitors found the online reservation system a burden. 8 RECOMENDATIONS Discontinue Reservation System Park Ambassadors Program for the Barton Creek Greenbelt Lead volunteer activities Tour Guides Encourage Responsible Recreation Entry Career …
RESOLUTION NO. 20200312-041 WHEREAS, Austin is home to nearly 20,000 acres of parks and trails which play an essential role in the city's overall environmental health as well as in the physical and mental health of all Austinites; and WHEREAS, as the City's population continues to grow, these parks and trails are increasingly important to the environmental, health, and mobility needs of the citizens of Austin; and WHEREAS, on March 8, 2018, the City adopted a Strategic Direction, including several goals that specifically depend on having strong and sustainable including Economic Opportunity and Affordability, parks and trails systems, Mobility, Health and Environment, and Culture and Lifelong Learning; and WHEREAS, as areas of the City continue to redevelop with denser populations, the acreage of parks also grows due to the critical benefits provided by the City' s Parkland Dedication Ordinance; and WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) is currently these the vast majority of responsible for approximately 20,000 acres of parkland across the city; and the care and maintenance of WHEREAS, as the parks and trails, and the number of people who depend the need for innovative partnerships with local nonprofits increases, on them, becomes increasingly worth exploring; and WHEREAS, PARD is committed to partnerships that align with its overall mission, vision, and commitment to benefit the public through the Austin parks system; and WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Department Long Range Plan specifically outlines partnerships as a sustainability strategy for developing, improving, maintaining and programming park spaces; and Page 1 of 3 WHEREAS, PARD works with nonprofit organizations, conservancies, increase community groups, and businesses to enhance and improve parks, recreational and cultural opportunities, and preserve natural areas in Austin; and WHEREAS, the goals of these partnerships are to enhance and expand public use of PARD's grounds and facilities; encourage active recreation and healthy lifestyles; improve environmental stewardship through public participation and education; celebrate arts, culture, and history to build community; and maximize public benefit at minimum taxpayer cost; and WHEREAS, many peer cities such as Dallas, Houston, Chicago, New York City, and others have negotiated partnerships with nonprofit organizations dedicated to the maintenance and stewardship of particular parks; and WHEREAS, nonprofit organizations dedicated to improving parks and open space for the benefit of the community often have the ability to fundraise and other opportunities that municipalities do not have; and WHEREAS, in Austin, some nonprofits have already begun partnering …
Parks and Recreation Department Partnerships Presented by Kimberly McNeeley, CPRP, Director January 26, 2021 Parks and Recreation Board Meeting 1 Objectives • Historical Overview of Partnership Progression • Partnership Benefits • Partnership Portfolio and Pathways 2 History 2011 Public Private Partnership Key Advancement 2012-2014 Research and Development 2012-2014 Relationship Building with existing partners and cultivating new relationships 2015 Public Private Partnership Key Advancement 3 History 2017- 2019 Develop Sophistication and Partnership Continuum 2020 Council Resolution 2021 Partnership Formalization 4 Urban Land Institute Report • • • • Explored concepts for entering into partnerships Coalition of Partners participated Conducted an Advisory Services Panel August 25-30, 2019 Report recommended opportunities for the City to increase nonprofit partnerships 5 Resolution 20200312-041 • • • • • • • LRP outlines partnerships as a sustainable strategy PARD has established relationships with partners Goal to maximize public benefit at minimum taxpayer cost Expresses support for partnerships Directs Department to work with nonprofit partners to establish relationships Deliver status reports Bring partnership agreements to Council 6 Public-Private Partnership Benefits • • • • • • Share significant risks Provide funding resources to supplement or replace general fund/capital investment Enhance community engagement Provides non-monetary resources Capacity to seek out innovative projects and partnership opportunites Fundraising capacity/capabilities not available to government • More flexible procurement processes • Potential to give Department additional funding flexibility and meet more community needs • Advocacy 7 PARD Partnership Configurations i p h s r e n t r a P s n o i t a r u g i f n o C Partnership A| Public-Private Partnership Partnership B| Nonprofit Partner Partnership C | Friends Group, Adopt-A-Park Partnership D | Neighborhoods, National Organizations, Local Businesses, Art Organizations, etc. 8 All Partnership Pathways • Established base criteria for various levels • Consistency for like relationships • Ensure partnership stability and capacity • Ensure alignment with Department mission and goals • Organizational governance/constitution • Demonstrated/required inclusivity • Demonstrated/required transparency • Adherence to Established Community Driven Plans • Defined and Agreement upon Public Benefit 9 Maintenance and Operations Agreement 10 Maintenance and Operations Agreement Plus 11 Maintenance and Operations Agreement Plus 12 13 Project/Program Agreement 14 15 Project/Program Agreement 16 17 Project Agreement In Transition 18 Partnership Pathways PARD PARKners • Parkland Stewardship • Adopt-A-Park • Community Activated Park Projects (CAPP) • Cities Connecting Children to Nature 19 20 Questions? 21
Monetizing PARD Partner Support • Key Performance Indicators review 5-year average KPI 8997:8997 • Monetization Includes Volunteer Hours (Independent Sector) Funding Supports • Funding Supports Differ Annually (Big Swings) Capital improvement Schedules Volunteer Opportunity Record Keeping/Opportunity Value of Private Resources (Non-City Funds)Invested in Parks System Private Investment CIP Expenses per year Annual Percent of Non City Funding per year (Private Investment/CIP Total) Value of Volunteer Hours Non City Funding Sources* Total Private Investment Value of Volunteer Hours Non City Funding Sources* Total Private Investment Value of Volunteer Hours Non City Funding Sources* Total Private Investment Value of Volunteer Hours Non City Funding Sources* Total Private Investment FY16 FY17 FY18 FY19 FY20 Value of Volunteer Hours Non City Funding Sources * Total Private Investment Total over 5 years $2,507,796 $12,981,086.70 19.31% $3,250,935 $13,825,889.00 23.5% $9,910,220 $16,051,044.34 61.74% $1,380,498 $1,127,298 $1,259,593 $1,991,342 $1,346,172 $8,564,048 $3,834,666 $13,337,191 $17,171,857 $33,518,710.37 51.23% $1,536,503 * COVID Restrictions $23,966,851 $25,503,354 $46,978,613.00 58,344,162.00 $123,355,343.41 54% 47.29%
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD DIRECTOR’S REPORT DATE: February 2021 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT EVENTS: Govalle Neighborhood Park Improvements: The third virtual public meeting is planned for February 24 at 5:30pm. At the meeting, the Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) and Austin Parks Foundation (APF) will share the selected playground that was identified through the online survey results and will discuss improvements to the basketball court and new multipurpose field. The meeting will be held via Zoom and Facebook, and Spanish interpretation will be provided. Citizens are encouraged to register at: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMldeqopjIoHNRs6BQmJ56fpSXVQ3vNo66g. District 3 1 PLANNING UPDATES: Central Williamson Creek Greenway Vision Plan: The draft vision plan was open for community feedback via Social Pinpoint through February 22. The partner team led by Community Powered Workshop and Asakura Robinson will present the draft vision plan to the Environmental Commission on March 3. Following the Environmental Commission review, the team will seek approval from the Parks and Recreation Board in April. The draft vision plan is at: https://www.centralwilliamsoncreek.net/. District 3 George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural and Genealogy Center Facility Expansion Plan: PARD and the consultant team, Smith & Company with Perkins & Will, continue to refine the cost estimate and draft facility expansion report. The expansion plan is anticipated to begin the approval process in late March and is on the agenda for review by the Design Commission on March 22 and the Parks and Recreation Board on March 23. The draft facility expansion plan is at: https://www.austintexas.gov/CarverATXplanning. District 1 Zilker Metro Park Vision Plan: On February 3, the Capital Contracting Office finalized the contract for the Zilker Park Vision Plan with the consulting firm, Design Workshop. The Department and the consulting team will host the first Technical Advisory Group (TAG) meeting on March 3. The team also expects to start the community engagement process in April and May. The link to the project can be found at: https://www.austintexas.gov/ZilkerVision. District 8 Wilder (4802 S. Congress) Site Plan, appeal by the applicant to staff recommendation of the Parkland Dedication Ordinance: This item was presented to the Parks and Recreation Board on January 26. The Board voted 9 – 1 to recommend to the Planning Commission to deny the applicant's request to pay fee in lieu of land dedication, and upheld staff’s recommendation for the dedication of parkland. The item came before Planning Commission on February 9, and it was postponed to March 9 at the …
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD DIRECTOR’S REPORT REVISED DATE: February 2021 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT EVENTS: Govalle Neighborhood Park Improvements: The third virtual public meeting has been rescheduled to March 10 at 5:30pm from February 24 due to the weather emergency and its aftermath. At the meeting, the Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) and Austin Parks Foundation (APF) will share the selected playground that was identified through the online survey results and will discuss improvements to the basketball court and new multipurpose field. The meeting will be held via Zoom and Facebook, and Spanish interpretation will be provided. Citizens are encouraged to register at: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMldeqopjIoHNRs6BQmJ56fpSXVQ3vNo66g. District 3 1 PLANNING UPDATES: Central Williamson Creek Greenway Vision Plan: The draft vision plan was open for community feedback via Social Pinpoint through February 22. The partner team led by Community Powered Workshop and Asakura Robinson will present the draft vision plan to the Environmental Commission on March 3. Following the Environmental Commission review, the team will seek approval from the Parks and Recreation Board in April. The draft vision plan is at: https://www.centralwilliamsoncreek.net/. District 3 George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural and Genealogy Center Facility Expansion Plan: PARD and the consultant team, Smith & Company with Perkins & Will, continue to refine the cost estimate and draft facility expansion report. The expansion plan is anticipated to begin the approval process in late March and is on the agenda for review by the Design Commission on March 22 and the Parks and Recreation Board on March 23. The draft facility expansion plan is at: https://www.austintexas.gov/CarverATXplanning. District 1 Zilker Metro Park Vision Plan: On February 3, the Capital Contracting Office finalized the contract for the Zilker Park Vision Plan with the consulting firm, Design Workshop. The Department and the consulting team will host the first Technical Advisory Group (TAG) meeting on March 3. The team also expects to start the community engagement process in April and May. The link to the project can be found at: https://www.austintexas.gov/ZilkerVision. District 8 Wilder (4802 S. Congress) Site Plan, appeal by the applicant to staff recommendation of the Parkland Dedication Ordinance: This item was presented to the Parks and Recreation Board on January 26. The Board voted 9 – 1 to recommend to the Planning Commission to deny the applicant's request to pay fee in lieu of land dedication, and upheld staff’s recommendation for the dedication of parkland. The item came before Planning …
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD RECOMMENDATION 20210223-B1 Date: February 23, 202'1 Subject; Support for Commission in parks, regarding seating on Seniors Recommendation 2O210113-03B Number: greenbelts, trails and other open spaces Motioned By: Board Member Sarah Faust Seconded By: Board Member Laura Cottam Sajbel Recommendation: 03B passed placement program. of benches The Parks and Recreat unanimously by the Commission Number: Recommendation 13, 2021 meeting at its January ion Board supports on Seniors 20210 l l 3- regarding . on trails and other developed parkland and promotion of the Memorial Bench Description • Seating • More seating • Board Members of Recommendation intervals at closer to Council in parks and along trails makes parks. and trails . more inviting within sponsorships support efforts to promote the parks and trails· system. provides to users. resting spots for all users. the Memorial and Bench program to increase seating Vote Board Member Faust made a motion to support regardi Number: 20210113-OJB Recommendation trails motion passed DiCarlo and Rinaldi and other open spaces; on a 7-0 vote with Vice Chair Farasat absent. Board Member Cottam Sajbel ng seating in parks, greenbelts, The seconded the motion. and Board Members DePalma, Commission on Seniors For: Chair Lewis; Board Member Luca; Board Member Mason-Mwphy; Board Member Morgan and Board Member Taylor Board Member Cottam Sajbel; Board Member Faust; Against: Abstain: Absent: Vice Chair Farasat, Rinaldi Attest: {Staff or board member can sign] Board Member DePalma, Board Member DiCarlo and Board Member I of l
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD Tuesday, February 23, 2021 – 6:00pm MINUTES The Parks and Recreation Board convened in a regular meeting on Tuesday, February 23, 2021 via videoconference in Austin, Texas. Chair Lewis called the meeting to order at 6:07pm. Board Members in Attendance: Chair Dawn Lewis, Laura Cottam Sajbel, Sarah Faust, Francoise Luca, Kate Mason-Murphy, Fred Morgan and Kimberly Taylor. Board Members Absent: Vice Chair Romteen Farasat, Richard DePalma, Anna Di Carlo and Nina Rinaldi. Board Member Taylor joined the meeting at approximately 6:12pm. Staff in Attendance: Kimberly McNeeley; Liana Kallivoka; Lucas Massie; Suzanne Piper; Anthony Segura; Kevin Johnson; Amanda Ross; Christine Chute Canul and Sammi Curless. CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Gene Smith – large sized boat permit to use Walsh Boat Landing. A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes from the regular meeting of January 26, 2021 were approved on Board Member Morgan motion, Board Member Faust second on a 7-0 with Vice Chair Farasat and Board Members DePalma, Di Carlo and Rinaldi absent. B. NEW BUSINESS: PRESENTATION, DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 1. Discussion and possible action regarding Commission on Seniors Recommendation Number: 20210113-O3B regarding seating in parks, greenbelts, trails and other open spaces. Board Member Faust made a motion to support Commission on Seniors Recommendation Number: 20210113-O3B regarding seating in parks, greenbelts, trails and other open spaces; Board Member Cottam Sajbel seconded the motion. The motion passed on a 7-0 with Vice Chair Farasat and Board Members DePalma, Di Carlo and Rinaldi absent. Page 1 of 2 2. Presentation and discussion regarding update on Zilker Train. Presentation by Colin Wallis and Ladye Anne Wofford of the Austin Parks Foundations. Discussion followed but no action was taken by the Board. 3. Discussion and possible action regarding a recommendation to the City Council of the preferred design scenario for the Dougherty Arts Center Replacement Project. Board Member Morgan made a motion to recommend to the City Council the preferred design scenario (Option 1B) for the Dougherty Arts Center Replacement Program; Board Member Luca seconded the motion. The motion passed on a 6-1 vote with Board Member Faust voting nay and Vice Chair Farasat and Board Members DePalma, Di Carlo and Rinaldi absent. 4. Discussion and possible action regarding Barton Creek Greenbelt reservation pilot program recommendations. Presentation made by Amanda Ross of the Parks and Recreation Department. Discussion followed but no action was taken by the Board. 5. Discussion of partnership …
Mechanical and Plumbing Board February 23, 2021 Mechanical and Plumbing Board to be held February 23, 202 at 9:00 AM with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (February 22, 2021 by noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the Mechanical and Plumbing Board Meeting, residents must: •Call or email the board liaison at 512-550-5836 or at rick.arzola@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 rick.arzola@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 Tablero mecánico y de plomería 23 de febrero de 2021 La Junta de Mecánica y Plomería se llevará a cabo el 23 de febrero de 2021 a las 9:00 a.m. 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 (22 de febrero de 2020 antes del mediodía). Todos los comentarios públicos se producirán al comienzo de la reunión. Para hablar de forma remota en la reunión de la Junta de Mecánica y Plomería, los residentes deben: Llame o envíe un correo electrónico al enlace de la junta al 512-550-5836 oa rick.arzola@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 …
2021 Uniform Mechanical Code Meeting Purpose To present proposed changes to the 2021 Uniform Mechanical Code Reducing Amendments GOAL: To minimize the number of amendments and return to published code. Amendments were reduced by more than 50% compared to the 2015 adoption process. About 24 sections were amended with 16 of the major changes detailed in the following slides. Reasons for amendments: 1. Council mandated 2. Business needs (chapter 1) 3. Additional options for the public with exempts from permitting 4. Clarification purposes 5. ISO rating Amendment 1 104.1.1 Special Inspections Program for Timed Inspections Commercial Mechanical Change-Out Program. For buildings not covered under the Residential Code, the building official may establish, by rule, an inspection program for commercial mechanical components identified in this section for buildings not covered under the Residential Code or a Special Inspections Program change-out program authorized in other technical or building codes. The buildings must be located within the zoning jurisdiction of the City, outside of the zoning jurisdiction under agreement with a municipal utility district, or where the City provides electrical service. The program applies to replacing roof top equipment; refrigeration equipment; and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment. Note: Renamed to remove confusion with the special inspection process in the IBC, and made a clarification about buildings not covered under the IRC. Amendment 2 CHAPTER 2: DEFINITIONS 202.1.1 Supplemental Definitions. The definitions in this subsection apply throughout this code and amend or supplement the definitions in Chapter 2 Section 202 (General Definitions) of in the 2021 Uniform Mechanical Code, as published: Alternate Water Source. Non-potable source of water that includes but is not limited to recycled manufacturing process water, air conditioner condensate, rainwater, storm water, gray water, black water, cooling tower blow down, and foundation drain water. Bleed-off (Blowdown). Means The circulating water in a cooling tower which is discharged to help keep the dissolved solids in the water below a maximum allowable concentration limit. Blow-Down Meter. Means A meter that tracks the amount of water discharged from a cooling tower system. Concentration. Means Re-circulated water in a cooling tower that has elevated levels of total dissolved solids as compared to the original make up water. Conductivity Controller. Means A device used to measure the conductivity of total dissolved solids in the water of a cooling system to and control the discharge of water in order to maintain efficiency. Cooling Tower. Means …
2021 Uniform Plumbing Code Meeting Purpose To present proposed changes to the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code Reducing Amendments GOAL: To minimize the number of amendments and return to published code. Amendments were reduced by more than 50% compared to the 2015 adoption process. The following slides detail some of the major changes proposed in the ordinance. Reasons for amendments: 1. Council mandated 2. Business needs (chapter 1) 3. Additional options for the public with exempts from permitting 4. Clarification purposes 5. ISO rating Chapter 25-12: Local Amendments to Uniform Plumbing Code Note: Modified to align definitions and terms with the published code. Chapter 25-12: Local Amendments to Uniform Plumbing Code Note: Deleted to allow homeowners to do work on alternative water systems. Chapter 25-12: Local Amendments to Uniform Plumbing Code Note: Modified to avoid confusion with the IBC Special Inspection Program, to limit where timed inspections occur and to be specific to occupied structures. Chapter 25-12: Local Amendments to Uniform Plumbing Code Note: Modified to provide additional allowances for the Building Official and clarification regarding tubs and showers. Chapter 25-12: Local Amendments to Uniform Plumbing Code Note: Modified to maintain consistency with other codes. Chapter 25-12: Local Amendments to Uniform Plumbing Code 108.0 The Building Criteria Manual. Additional information on procedures and rules related to administering the Residential Code is available in the Building Criteria Manual. Note: Creating a pointer to BCM to facilitate the process for changes. Chapter 25-12: Local Amendments to Uniform Plumbing Code Note: Deleted to be consistent with published code definitions and terms. Chapter 25-12: Local Amendments to Uniform Plumbing Code Note: Replacing the word ‘auxiliary’ with ‘alternative’ throughout the amendments to match published code. Chapter 25-12: Local Amendments to Uniform Plumbing Code Note: Adding the 100 gallon rule to the amendment for water protection purpose. Chapter 25-12: Local Amendments to Uniform Plumbing Code Note: Modified to simplify language. Chapter 25-12: Local Amendments to Uniform Plumbing Code Note: Deleted outdated flood requirements, already exist in IBC. Flood administrators review for these requirements as does the building designer. Chapter 25-12: Local Amendments to Uniform Plumbing Code Note: Deleted outdated flood requirements, already exist in IBC. Flood administrators review for these requirements as does the building designer. Chapter 25-12: Local Amendments to Uniform Plumbing Code Note: Modified to meet intent of the code. Chapter 25-12: Local Amendments to Uniform Plumbing Code Note: Deleted due to additional requirements that …
MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING BOARD Tuesday February 23 @ 9:30 AM VIA VIDEOCONFERNCE CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Stephen Cox (Renteria), Chair; Robert Thornton (Kitchen), Vice Chair, Joe Cooper (Madison), Joseph Hernandez (Fuentes), Joe Bowie (Casar), Basheer Mohamed (Kelly), Bianca Tafares (Adler), David Dixon (Pool), Bobbi Joe Foster (Ellis), Dave Nichols (Tovo), Bill Harris (Alter) REVISED AGENDA CALL TO ORDER CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Speakers will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns. 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES- Minutes from the Meeting on December 16, 2020 2 DISCUSSION: a. Update on Uniform Plumbing Code b. Update on Uniform Mechanical Code 4 FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 5 ADJOURNMENT 3 DISCUSSION AND ACTION- Building Criteria Manual- Air Testing with PVC ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days before the meeting date. Please call Rick Arzola at the Development Services Department at (512) 974-2417, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Mechanical and Plumbing Board, contact Rick Arzola at (512) 974-2417
Mechanical and Plumbing Board February 23, 2021 Mechanical and Plumbing Board to be held February 23, 202 at 9:00 AM with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (February 22, 2021 by noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the Mechanical and Plumbing Board Meeting, residents must: •Call or email the board liaison at 512-550-5836 or at rick.arzola@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 rick.arzola@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 Tablero mecánico y de plomería 23 de febrero de 2021 La Junta de Mecánica y Plomería se llevará a cabo el 23 de febrero de 2021 a las 9:00 a.m. 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 (22 de febrero de 2020 antes del mediodía). Todos los comentarios públicos se producirán al comienzo de la reunión. Para hablar de forma remota en la reunión de la Junta de Mecánica y Plomería, los residentes deben: Llame o envíe un correo electrónico al enlace de la junta al 512-550-5836 oa rick.arzola@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 …
2021 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) Amendment Process Presented to Fire and Building Board Presented by 2021 IPMC Committee February 24, 2021 Purpose of Presentation To provide an overview of the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) Amendment process. Background • The City of Austin will be adopting the ICC International Code Council’s 2021 IPMC updates from the current 2015 IPMC. • ACD established the 2021 IPMC Amendment Committee, consisting of three groups: – Group 1 (Review of IPMC Chapters 1 and 2) – Group 2 (Review of IPMC Chapters 3 and 4) – Group 3 (Review of IPMC Chapters 5, 6 and 13) • October 2020: Collaboration began with other City Departments for proposed amendments. What’s Next • • • • The committee will meet with Fire and Building Board to review draft of proposed amendments. A series of two or three Stakeholder meetings. Consult with CEO. ACD staff will present a draft of recommended changes to the BSC – Building and Standards Commission to obtain feedback and/or approval. Presentation of Final IPMC Amendment draft to City Council will follow established process: – – Responsible Department will launch the request for action by Council to set for public hearing. Council will place the item on the agenda for public hearing. Following public hearings, the item will be set on the agenda for decision 2021 Code Adoption Timeline Working groups 1-3 comparison of 2015 IPMC to 2021 IPMC Oct ‘20-Jan ’21 Leadership Engagement Jan ‘21 Stakeholder Engagement / Board Review Feb – Mar ’21 Fire & Building Board Review Feb 24, 2021 Legal Review Apr – May ’21 BSC May ‘21 City Council Public Hearings May – Jun ‘21 Implement Sept 1, 2021 Additional Information The committee will provide Leadership at the next engagement meeting of the following: • Major Changes in the 2021 IPMC Draft – 108.1.3 Structure Unsafe for Human Occupancy If the Code Official finds a structure unsafe, the owner of the property shall provide an action plan for repairs to the Code Official and provide approved accommodations for the occupants of the structure within two days of notice. • Major Changes in the 2021 IPMC Draft – 504.3 Plumbing system hazards • • If the If the Code Official finds a plumbing system hazard. The owner of the property will provide an action plan for repairs to the code official and provide approved accommodations to the …
Versión en español a continuación. Regular Meeting of the Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Commission Tuesday, February 23, 2021 5:30pm Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Commission to be held February 23 with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (February 22 by Noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the February 23rd Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Commission Meeting, residents must: •Call or email the board liaison at Amanda.Jasso@austintexas.gov or 512-974-9107 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, email address and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). • 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 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 Amanda.Jasso@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. Reunión del Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Commission FECHA de la reunion (Tuesday, February 23, 2021 5:30pm) 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 (February 22 antes del mediodía). Todos los comentarios públicos se producirán al comienzo de la reunión. Para hablar de forma remota en la reunión, los residentes deben: • Llame o envíe un correo electrónico al enlace de la junta en Amanda Jasso, 512-974-9107, Amanda.Jasso@austintexas.gov a más tardar al mediodía (el día antes de la reunión). La información requerida es el Font Size: 12; Font: Times New Roman; Font Style: Regular nombre del orador, los números de artículo sobre los que desean hablar, si están a favor / en contra / neutrales, dirección de correo electrónico (opcional) y un número de teléfono (debe ser el número que se utilizará para llamar). • …
Historic Landmark Commission Applications under Review for February 22, 2021 Meeting This list does not constitute a formal agenda and is subject to change. A final agenda will be posted at least 72 hours prior to the meeting. The Historic Landmark Commission meeting will be held with Social Distancing Modifications. Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers (applicants included) must register in advance no later than Sunday, February 21st by noon. All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the February 22nd Historic Landmark Commission Meeting, members of the public must: • Call or email the board liaison at (512) 974-1264 or preservation@austintexas.gov no later than noon, Sunday, February 21st (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). • 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 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 preservation@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 the meeting is broadcast live, it may be viewed here: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Briefings B.1. B.2. 2.C. Austin Parks and Recreation Department, Dougherty Arts Center Replacement Project Historic landmark and historic district applications 2406 Harris Blvd., Jackson-Novy-Kelly-Hoey House – Construct a swimming pool in front yard (applicant-requested postponement January 25, 2021) 1008 E. 9th St., Robertson/Stuart & Mair Historic District – construct an addition and perform repairs; historic district tax abatement application 1 2005 Hamilton St., Yerwood-Simond House – Skylight installation 3001 Washington Sq., James-Mathews House – Install Mexican tile in exterior stair risers National Register Historic District permit applications 2101 Jesse E. Segovia St., Fiesta Gardens – Applicant-requested postponement to March 22, 2021 1517 Murray Ln., Old West Austin Historic District – …