Recommendation: Block 16 and Block 18 African American Cultural Space Recommendation BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION African American Resource Advisory Commission WHEREAS, the African American Resource Advisory Commission (the “Commission”) is authorized by Austin City Codes: 2-1-101 to advise the City Council on issues related to the quality of life for the City’s African American community; and WHEREAS, the Commission is specifically authorized to recommend programs designed to alleviate any inequities that may confront African Americans in social, economic, and vocational pursuits, including (1) health care; (2) housing, including affordable housing, home ownership, and homelessness; (3) entertainment opportunities for professionals and students; (4) employment; (5) cultural venues, including museums, theaters, art galleries, and music venues; and (6) Public Safety; and WHEREAS, the African American Resource Advisory Commission supports the African American Cultural Heritage District Investment Initiative to WHEREAS, on October 27, 2005 the City Council approved the African American Quality of Life Initiative; and WHEREAS, under the Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Recommendation from the African American Quality of Life Initiative, a need for an African American Cultural Heritage District was recognized to enhance the quality of life for African Americans; and WHEREAS, City staff has worked closely with numerous Cultural Arts organizations within the City to determine this area meets the District's criteria; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin has detailed Strategic Direction 2023 to “strive to create a complete community where every Austinite has choices at every stage of life that allow us to experience and contribute to all of the following outcomes: Economic Opportunities, Mobility, Safety, Health and Environment, Culture and Life-long learning, and Government that Works for All of Us”; and WHEREAS, City Council adoption of the 1928 Master Plan required African Americans to relocate to the “Negro District” in order to receive basic City services, this plan strategically and systematically, along with additional ordinances were adopted to ensure full compliance with the segregated 1928 Master Plan, and the lives of African Americans have been severely impacted socially and economically by years of intentional and systemic racism due to the implementation of the 1928 Master Plan; and WHEREAS, In support of Resolution No. 20180215-082 we also ask the City Manager to, among other things, analyze and provide next steps for collaboration and support of an “Austin Cultural Trust” that could create spaces that support artists and arts organizations, preserve historic and iconic cultural buildings and spaces for creative and cultural …
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION African American Resource Advisory Commission Recommendation: Black Quality of Life Declaration - September 2020 WHEREAS, the African American Resource Advisory Commission (the “Commission”) is authorized by Austin City Codes: 2-1-101 to advise the City Council on issues related to the quality of life for the City’s African American community; and WHEREAS, the Commission is specifically authorized to recommend programs designed to alleviate any inequities that may confront African Americans in social, economic, and vocational pursuits, including (1) health care; (2) housing, including affordable housing, home ownership, and homelessness; (3) entertainment opportunities for professionals and students; (4) employment; (5) cultural venues, including museums, theaters, art galleries, and music venues; and (6) Public Safety; and WHEREAS, on October 27, 2005 the City Council approved the African American Quality of Life Initiative; and WHEREAS, under the Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Recommendation from the African American Quality of Life Initiative, a need for an African American Cultural Heritage District was recognized to enhance the quality of life for African Americans; and WHEREAS, City staff has worked closely with numerous Cultural Arts organizations within the City to determine this area meets the District's criteria; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin has detailed Strategic Direction 2023 to “strive to create a complete community where every Austinite has choices at every stage of life that allow us to experience and contribute to all of the following outcomes: Economic Opportunities, Mobility, Safety, Health and Environment, Culture and Life-long learning, and Government that Works for All of Us”; and WHEREAS, City Council adoption of the 1928 Master Plan required African Americans to relocate to the “Negro District” in order to receive basic City services, this plan strategically and systematically, along with additional ordinances were adopted to ensure full compliance with the segregated 1928 Master Plan, and the lives of African Americans have been severely impacted socially and economically by years of intentional and systemic racism due to the implementation of the 1928 Master Plan; and WHEREAS, March 2017, the Mayor’s Task Force issued a report on Institutional Racism and Systemic Inequities that is inclusive of a list of recommendations aimed at the dismantling of institutional racism and systemic inequities in the City of Austin and the Austin region; and WHEREAS, In support of Resolution No. 20180215-082 we also ask the City Manager to, among other things, analyze and provide next steps for collaboration and support of an …
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION African American Resource Advisory Commission Recommendation: Black Arts and Cultural District Recommendation WHEREAS, the African American Resource Advisory Commission (the “Commission”) is authorized by Austin City Codes: 2-1-101 to advise the City Council on issues related to the quality of life for the City’s African American community; and WHEREAS, the Commission is specifically authorized to recommend programs designed to alleviate any inequities that may confront African Americans in social, economic, and vocational pursuits, including (1) health care; (2) housing, including affordable housing, home ownership, and homelessness; (3) entertainment opportunities for professionals and students; (4) employment; (5) cultural venues, including museums, theaters, art galleries, and music venues; and (6) Public Safety; and WHEREAS, on October 27, 2005 the City Council approved the African American Quality of Life Initiative; and WHEREAS, under the Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Recommendation from the African American Quality of Life Initiative, a need for an African American Cultural Heritage District (AACHD) was recognized to enhance the quality of life for African Americans; and WHEREAS, African American historic landmarks represent only 47 of the 629 historical landmarks in the City of Austin and City staff have worked closely with numerous Cultural Arts organizations within the city to determine the African American Cultural Heritage District meets the City of Austin's criteria; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin has detailed Strategic Direction 2023 to “strive to create a complete community where every Austinite has choices at every stage of life that allow us to experience and contribute to all of the following outcomes: Economic Opportunities, Mobility, Safety, Health and Environment, Culture and Life-long learning, and Government that Works for All of Us”; and WHEREAS, March 2017, the Mayor’s Task Force issued a report on Institutional Racism and Systemic Inequities that is inclusive of a list of recommendations aimed at the dismantling of institutional racism and systemic inequities in the City of Austin and the Austin region; and WHEREAS, African Americans account for 8% of the population in Travis County, 13% of African Americans live below the poverty line, 34% of the homeless population are African Americans and 25% of those serving sentences in Travis County Jail are African American men and women. In addition, 34% of children in low income homes do not receive any learning support services while African American children make up 90% of children in low income homes and over 95% of brain development occurring …
Economic Development Department Alignment of Hotel Occupancy Tax Funding Programs Sylnovia Holt Rabb, Deputy Director Economic Development Department C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 1 Goals – Prioritizing Racial Equity In Fall 2019, EDD began the process of reimagining the use of Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) funding programs within the Department in partnership with MJR Partners. EDD determined that all HOT funded programs should speak with one voice and have a common foundation around Equity, Access, and Investment, even though each program will have its own unique focus and audience. Our universal goals: ➢ Increase participation of communities of color in Austin’s music industry through education & training. ➢ Provide the activities necessary to promote access to capital and venue ownership and increasing technical organizational leadership. support for C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 2 City of Austin Equity Statement "Racial Equity is the condition when race no longer predicts a person’s quality of life outcomes in our community. The City recognizes that race is the primary determinant of social equity and therefore we begin the journey toward social equity with this definition. The City of Austin recognizes historical and structural disparities and a need for alleviation of these wrongs by critically transforming its institutions and creating a culture of equity." C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 3 Inter-Departmental Process for Systemic Evaluation & Improvements Equity Office Training for prioritizing Racial Equity: ➢ Training opportunities for Arts, Music, and Historic Landmark Commissions to ensure all Commissioners are operating from the same understanding of Racial Equity. Office for Design and Delivery Systemic Review of Internal City Processes: ➢ Contracting ➢ Payments ➢ Insurance ➢ Monitoring C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 4 Strategic Direction 2023 ➢ "EQUITY to advance equitable outcomes, the City of Austin is leading with a lens of …
Public Land Management - Homeless Encampments Downtown Austin Community Court Advisory Board September 2020 Ramesh Swaminathan, P.E, Managing Engineer Watershed Protection Department Agenda ● Wate rshe d Impacts ● Pilot Proje ct ● Citywide Coordination ● Covid Posture ● Q&A 2 Emergence 1. The process of coming into view or becoming exposed after being concealed. 2. The process of coming into being or becoming important or prominent. The growing population of unsheltered persons experiencing homelessness have environmental health impacts on the City of Austin. For many, the only immediate option is to reside in public spaces, often near creeks and stormwater infrastructure. Statistics source: Austin Echo. http://austinecho.org/wp- content/uploads/2016/03/Austin-Homelessness-Needs-and- Gaps3.pdf 3 The Question Can we define a new process to addresses human waste and litterin creeks & ponds generated by homeless encampments that is safer and more cost effective while meeting WPD pollution prevention goals in a manner that is respectful of both the homeless community and surrounding neighborhoods? 4 How might we support our WPD mission areas while minimizing harm to people experiencing homelessness? Good ideas come together across disciplines to identify innovative solutions: ● Human ce nte re d de sign with the Office of De sign and De live ry (ODD) ● Le ave No Trace (LNT) with Parks and Re cre ation De partme nt (PARD) ● Public safe ty with Austin Police De partme nt (APD). ● Me e ting pe ople and the ir ne e ds whe re the y are with the Inte gral Care Programs for Assistance in the Transition from Home le ssne ss (PATH) Te am 5 Encampment Management: Design and test a standardized process for managing encampments on WPD managed lands. Assessment and Prioritization 1. Develop and test a method for prioritizing sites needing clean -up or removal, and to identify alternate locations where people can be safely provided services in place. 2. Reduce safety risks to homeless individuals living near creeks or in storm drain infrastructure. Contract 1. Learn more about contract requirements and coordination efforts by contracting for ongoing maintenance at a select group of historically cleaned watershed protection sites. 2. Reduce additional burden on WPD field crews. 6 Site Prioritization for Clean -Up Prioritized Deprioritized Risks to human safety and environmental quality Low-risk to human safety and environmental quality Strategy PATH - Connect to services plan to relocate PATH and Integral Care Case Management Supplies To …
Ending Community Homelessness Sdf Coalition What is ECHO? Ending Community Homelessness Coalition Lead agency for the Austin/Travis County Continuum of Care (CoC) You may know us from: Annual Point in Time Count NOFA Applications Homeless Management Information System (HMIS, or ServicePoint) Coordinated Entry/Coordinated Assessment What is Coordinated Entry? Coordinated Entry Common Access No Wrong Door approach Common Assessment Eligibility and Vulnerability Common Assignment Prioritization and Referrals What are the principles behind Coordinated Entry? Housing First – Housing is a basic human right, not a privilege or a reward for good behavior. Client Choice – Clients are the expert on their own experiences and needs, and most people experiencing homelessness today do NOT want to be homeless. Human Dignity - All people deserve to be treated with respect, empathy, and personal autonomy, regardless of past or current behavior. Equity – Systematic privilege is real and pervasive, and we must take affirmative steps in systems design and implementation to achieve equitable outcomes for groups who are systematically oppressed. DACC Participation Common Access Targeted engagement and trained assessors (both stand- alone and in partnership with HOST) Common Assessment Coordinates AHAC feedback on systems development Navigation services for clients who need documentation or engagement assistance Common Assignment DACC ESG RRH programs DACC PSH does not participate, but CM’s do support clients served by other programs (such as CoC PSH) Evaluations and Equity System Performance Past and Current Steps Measures Successful Referrals/Enrollments Exits to Housing Housing Retention Equity Analyses Equity in Assessment and Assignment Equity in Enrollments and Exits VI-SPDAT V1 and V2 Analyses Affirmative Access Increased Reliability New Version Adoptions Equity Task Group Analysis of 17 individual existing prioritization factors Adoption of 8 new factors in July Further exploration of all 25 factors Additional Questions? The most recent assessment access information can always be found at www.austinecho.org/ca I can also always be reached for questions at prestonpetty@austinecho.org THANK YOU for your time and work.
AARC Workgroup meeting for the AAQoL Thursday, September 10, 12:00-1:00pm In attendance: Sona Shah, Schiller Liao, Kirk Yoshida, Vince Cobalis, Debasree DasGupta. Discussion on the AARC Phase 11 Master plan: Community has shown preference for an indoor auditorium although more engagement might be necessary. Schiller Liao is looking at a possible funding from an $12M ACGA (Asian Creatives for Greater Austin) bond, since Phase ll does have plans for music- studios etc. Group, with help from Councilman Flannigan, also considering feasibility of coordinating with the Rutherford Campus. Public funding for the center is usually in the form of pro-bono services rather than cash donations. Updates from the Center by Sona: The center is engaged in various virtual events such as: An API task force that is meeting weekly with APH staff on mental health and other issues. Art exhibits providing COVID-19 health and safety guidelines and hosted outdoors Musical on post Katrina New Orleans followed by live discussion with cast and crew The center is also considering hosting a drive-by flu shot availability on the grounds. It is engaged in civic engagement with the group MISSFITS Participating in the Census campaign An interpreter has been hired to help with the senior program in a regular basis The education specialist has resigned but there is no opportunity for hiring at the moment The center did get audited as not meeting full efficiency The AARC welcomes ideas from the Commission for continuing with their community engagement during the lockdown
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission Recommendation Number (20200918-04b part 1): Support of the African American Resource Advisory Commission (AARAC) recommendations to the City Council on African American Cultural Space WHEREAS, the African American Resource Advisory Commission (the “Commission”) is authorized by Austin City Codes: 2-1-101 to advise the City Council on issues related to the quality of life for the City’s African American community; and WHEREAS, the Commission is specifically authorized to recommend programs designed to alleviate any inequities that may confront African Americans in social, economic, and vocational pursuits, including (1) health care; (2) housing, including affordable housing, home ownership, and homelessness; (3) entertainment opportunities for professionals and students; (4) employment; (5) cultural venues, including museums, theaters, art galleries, and music venues; and (6) Public Safety; and WHEREAS, the African American Resource Advisory Commission supports the African American Cultural Heritage District Investment Initiative to WHEREAS, on October 27, 2005 the City Council approved the African American Quality of Life Initiative; and WHEREAS, under the Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Recommendation from the African American Quality of Life Initiative, a need for an African American Cultural Heritage District was recognized to enhance the quality of life for African Americans; and WHEREAS, City staff has worked closely with numerous Cultural Arts organizations within the City to determine this area meets the District's criteria; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin has detailed Strategic Direction 2023 to “strive to create a complete community where every Austinite has choices at every stage of life that allow us to experience and contribute to all of the following outcomes: Economic Opportunities, Mobility, Safety, Health and Environment, Culture and Life-long learning, and Government that Works for All of Us”; and WHEREAS, City Council adoption of the 1928 Master Plan required African Americans to relocate to the “Negro District” in order to receive basic City services, this plan strategically and systematically, along with additional ordinances were adopted to ensure full compliance with the segregated 1928 Master Plan, and the lives of African Americans have been severely impacted socially and economically by years of intentional and systemic racism due to the implementation of the 1928 Master Plan; and WHEREAS, In support of Resolution No. 20180215-082 we also ask the City Manager to, among other things, analyze and provide next steps for collaboration and support of an “Austin Cultural Trust” that could create spaces that support artists …
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission Recommendation Number (20200918-04b part 2): Support of the African American Resource Advisory Commission (AARAC) recommendations to the City Council on the African American Cultural Heritage District WHEREAS, the African American Resource Advisory Commission (the “Commission”) is authorized by Austin City Codes: 2-1-101 to advise the City Council on issues related to the quality of life for the City’s African American community; and WHEREAS, the Commission is specifically authorized to recommend programs designed to alleviate any inequities that may confront African Americans in social, economic, and vocational pursuits, including (1) health care; (2) housing, including affordable housing, home ownership, and homelessness; (3) entertainment opportunities for professionals and students; (4) employment; (5) cultural venues, including museums, theaters, art galleries, and music venues; and (6) Public Safety; and WHEREAS, on October 27, 2005 the City Council approved the African American Quality of Life Initiative; and WHEREAS, under the Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Recommendation from the African American Quality of Life Initiative, a need for an African American Cultural Heritage District (AACHD) was recognized to enhance the quality of life for African Americans; and WHEREAS, African American historic landmarks represent only 47 of the 629 historical landmarks in the City of Austin and City staff have worked closely with numerous Cultural Arts organizations within the city to determine the African American Cultural Heritage District meets the City of Austin's criteria; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin has detailed Strategic Direction 2023 to “strive to create a complete community where every Austinite has choices at every stage of life that allow us to experience and contribute to all of the following outcomes: Economic Opportunities, Mobility, Safety, Health and Environment, Culture and Life-long learning, and Government that Works for All of Us”; and WHEREAS, March 2017, the Mayor’s Task Force issued a report on Institutional Racism and Systemic Inequities that is inclusive of a list of recommendations aimed at the dismantling of institutional racism and systemic inequities in the City of Austin and the Austin region; and WHEREAS, African Americans account for 8% of the population in Travis County, 13% of African Americans live below the poverty line, 34% of the homeless population are African Americans and 25% of those serving sentences in Travis County Jail are African American men and women. In addition, 34% of children in low income homes do not receive any learning support …
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission Recommendation Number (20200918-04b part 3): Support of the African American Resource Advisory Commission (AARAC) recommendations to the City Council on the Black Quality of Life Declaration WHEREAS, the African American Resource Advisory Commission (the “Commission”) is authorized by Austin City Codes: 2-1-101 to advise the City Council on issues related to the quality of life for the City’s African American community; and WHEREAS, the Commission is specifically authorized to recommend programs designed to alleviate any inequities that may confront African Americans in social, economic, and vocational pursuits, including (1) health care; (2) housing, including affordable housing, home ownership, and homelessness; (3) entertainment opportunities for professionals and students; (4) employment; (5) cultural venues, including museums, theaters, art galleries, and music venues; and (6) Public Safety; and WHEREAS, on October 27, 2005 the City Council approved the African American Quality of Life Initiative; and WHEREAS, under the Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Recommendation from the African American Quality of Life Initiative, a need for an African American Cultural Heritage District was recognized to enhance the quality of life for African Americans; and WHEREAS, City staff has worked closely with numerous Cultural Arts organizations within the City to determine this area meets the District's criteria; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin has detailed Strategic Direction 2023 to “strive to create a complete community where every Austinite has choices at every stage of life that allow us to experience and contribute to all of the following outcomes: Economic Opportunities, Mobility, Safety, Health and Environment, Culture and Life-long learning, and Government that Works for All of Us”; and WHEREAS, City Council adoption of the 1928 Master Plan required African Americans to relocate to the “Negro District” in order to receive basic City services, this plan strategically and systematically, along with additional ordinances were adopted to ensure full compliance with the segregated 1928 Master Plan, and the lives of African Americans have been severely impacted socially and economically by years of intentional and systemic racism due to the implementation of the 1928 Master Plan; and WHEREAS, March 2017, the Mayor’s Task Force issued a report on Institutional Racism and Systemic Inequities that is inclusive of a list of recommendations aimed at the dismantling of institutional racism and systemic inequities in the City of Austin and the Austin region; and WHEREAS, In support of Resolution No. 20180215-082 we also …
AUSTIN MUSIC COMMISSION SPECIAL CALLED MEETING MINUTES The Austin Music Commission convened in a special called meeting on September 18, 2020 via videoconference. September 18, 2020 BOARD MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE: Chair – Rick Carney, Vice-chair – Jonathan “Chaka” Mahone, Secretary - Anne-Charlotte Patterson, Parliamentarian - Oren Rosenthal, Gavin Garcia, Doug Leveton, Paul Pinon, Graham Reynolds Staff in Attendance: Kim McCarson, Erica Shamaly CALL TO ORDER 1:08pm Speakers: Nakia Reynoso, President, Austin Texas Musicians, speaks in support of item 3.a. and applying fairness and equity to the Live Music Fund. BettySoo speaks in support of item 3.a. and equity advocacy groups requesting funding from the Live Music Fund. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. Approval of minutes from the September 2, 2020 Music Commission meeting and September 11, 2020 Joint Arts and Music Commission meetings. Commissioner Reynolds motions and Commissioner Pinon seconds approving both minutes. Motion carries 8-0. 2. STAFF UPDATE a. Update by Sylnovia Holt-Rabb, Deputy Director, Economic Development Department, regarding Inter-Divisional process for aligning Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) funded programs within EDD to prioritize Equity: i. Systemic Evaluation & Improvement Plan in coordination with Equity Office and Office for Design and Delivery ii. Prioritizing Racial Equity across all programs in coordination with MJR Partners and Equity Office iii. Timeline and requested deliverables from Working Groups No action taken. 3. OLD BUSINESS a. Discussion and possible action regarding Live Music Fund Working Group: Determine and direct updated deliverables related to the Live Music Fund, considering inter- divisional process led by EDD in coordination with the Equity Office. Commissioner Reynolds motions and Commissioner Leveton seconds to establish a Venue Preservation Working Group. Commissioners Garcia, Rosenthal, Leveton, and Reynolds volunteer to be in the Venue Preservation Working Group. Motion carries 8-0. 1 AUSTIN MUSIC COMMISSION SPECIAL CALLED MEETING MINUTES 4. NEW BUSINESS September 18, 2020 a. Discussion and possible action on nominating a Music Commissioner to the Downtown Commission. Commissioner Leveton has volunteered to serve on Downtown Commission. Commissioner Reynolds motions and Commissioner Rosenthal seconds to nominate Commissioner Leveton. Motion carries 8-0. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Discussion and Possible Action on Venue Preservation Working Group. Commissioner Reynolds motions and Commissioner Leveton seconds. Discussion and Possible Action following update from Systemic Racism Working Group and Live Music Fund Working Group. Commissioner Mahone motions and Commissioner Reynolds seconds. ADJOURNMENT 2:30pm Commissioner Leveton motions and Commissioner Patterson seconds. The City of Austin is committed to compliance with …
EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL MINUTES SPECIAL CALLED MEETING Friday, September 18, 2020 The Early Childhood Council (ECC) convened on Friday, September 18, 2020. Board Members in Attendance: Chair Alvarez, Vice Chair McHorse, Members Bliss-Lima, Conlin, Cortes-Castillo, Gordon, Huston, and Paver Staff in attendance: Rachel Farley, Cindy Gamez, Michelle Rodriguez, Ashlee Kraus, Shay Breen CALL TO ORDER – Chair Alvarez called the meeting to order at 3:13 p.m. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES from 6/10/2020 meeting The August 10, 2020 meeting minutes were approved by a vote of 7-0-0 with Member Cortes- Castillo off the dais 2. PRESENTATIONS: a. Economic Development Corporations - Matthew Kwatinetz, Q Partners Economic Development entities that function as inclusive growth organizations. People and businesses are not left behind as it grows. Intervenes to make what is needed (such as early childhood education, transportation, workforce training, fresh food, affordable housing, etc.) more accessible so that it is economically feasibility to living here. Makes sense to integrate early childhood education into the economic development entity because if functions as an equalizer for children, workers, and economy of the city. Mr. Kwatinetz has been working with the City on the creation of an Austin Public Development Corporation (APDC) which will function like a real estate developer that works for the people. The APDC was going to launch in March but timeline was slowed by the pandemic. Benefits- broader focus than most developers, more return on the public investment, the organization coordinates the needs, multi-use developments that can be used at all different times of day are more economically viable. The corporation functions as the developer, not as the operator of the businesses or organizations housed there (like child care program, retail space, art space, etc.). It speeds up the processes for real estate procurement and evaluations in collaboration with subject matter and service provider experts. Currently he is working with the City of New York to expand free Pre-K to all areas. Worked on geo-mapping needs, potential public spaces, resources. Conducted analysis of existing child care and schools and proposals to central storage and open up for program space. Partnered with the Department of Education on RFPs to child care programs to provide free Pre-K. The Corporation will be a 501c3 and a local government corporation that can blend governmental funding from all levels. Funds generate by one activity can be used to support another activity within one building or across …
ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION (AAQOLAC) REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 The AAQOLAC convened in a regular meeting on Friday, September 18, 2020 Chair Yoshida called the Commission Meeting to order at 3:07 p.m. Commission Members in Attendance: Vince Cobalis, Sarah Chen, Kirk Yoshida, Nguyen Stanton, Hanna Huang, Ketan Patel, Shubhada Saxena, Peter Chao, and Debasree DasGupta Staff in Attendance: Rey Arellano, Assistant City Manager Brie L. Franco, Intergovernmental Relations Officer Adrienne Sturrup, Assistant Director (Austin Public Health) Chris Riley, Financial Manager (Austin Public Health) Joshua Robinson, Interim Senior Executive Assistant (Office of the City Manager) Cristina Tangredi, Community Engagement Specialist (Office of Police Oversight) CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: N/A 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Commission moved to approve minutes from AAQOLAC meeting on February 18, 2020 and August 17, 2020 with minor edits. Commissioner Cobalis made the motion. Commissioner Chen seconded. Vote was 9-0. The Commission did not take action on the minutes from the July 22, 2020 meeting. 2. OLD BUSINESS a. Workgroup Reports: documents. 1. Asian American Resource Center (AARC) Workgroup: Update provided in the backup 2. Health and Community Engagement Workgroup: No update provided. 3. Arts and Culture Workgroup: No update provided 4. Human Resources Workgroup: No update provided 5. Business Planning Workgroup: No update provided b. Update on the Joint Inclusion Committee August 26, 2020 Meeting (Commissioner Stanton) c. Follow-up Items: 1. Update on AARC Masterplan: No update provided 2. Update on Equity Mini-Grant application: No update provided 3. STAFF BRIEFING a. Analysis of the Austin Police Department’s Racial Profiling Data Joint Report and update on the new Community Police Review Commission - Community Engagement Specialist Cristina Tangredi provided an update over APD’s Racial Profiling Data Joint Report and the Community Police Review Commission. b. Austin Public Health FY2021 Budget (Adrienne Sturrup) – Assistant Director Adrienne Sturrup and Financial Manager Chris Riley provided an updated over the Austin Public Health FY2021 Budget and New Investments in FY2021. c. State Legislative Update (Brie Franco) –Intergovernmental Relations Officer Brie L. Franco d. Update on the City-Community Reimagining Public Safety Task Force (Rey Arellano) – Assistant City Manager Rey Arellano provided an overview of FY2021 Reimagining Public Safety APD Budget Reductions/Reinvestments. provided an overview of the 87th State Legislative Agenda. a. Update on the Commission Policing/Public Safety Project (TBD) – Commission did not take 4. NEW BUSINESS action. b. Discussion and possible action in support …
Special Called Economic Prosperity Commission September 18, 2020 at 1 pm VIA VIDEOCONFERENCING Minutes CALL TO ORDER 1) OPENING REMARKS Introduction of members and staff liaison a) Attendance: Larry Anazia - District 1; Kirsha Haverlah – District 2; Alexis Taylor - District 3, Ivanna Neri- District 4, - Preston Tom- District -5; Michael Ybarra- District -6; Amy Noel- District 7;- Nathan Ryan- District 8; b) Absent: Rachel Green – Mayor’s Appointee, Holt Lackey- District 10 c) Staff in Attendance: Michelle Clemons and Nydia Castillo 2) CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: a) No citizens signed up to speak. 3) APPROVAL OF MINUTES a) Approved minutes from May & June meetings 4) WORKING GROUPS, A & B DISCUSSION & ACTION ITEMS a) Agenda item 3b: Presentation, Office of Sustainability Community Climate Plan 2020 Revision b) Discussion on COVID-19 City of Austin Relief Programs from Council Agenda items. ADJOURNMENT a) Meeting was adjourned at 2:32 pm 1st by Commissioner Nathan Ryan- Distract 8, and 2nd by Commissioner Kirsha Haverlah- District 2 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).
PUBLIC NOTICE OF A MEETING TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN 1 (646) 749-3122; Access Code: 541-121-477 TO BE HELD AT Via Conference Call Austin, TX (512.477.4488) Thursday, September 17, 2020 12:00 PM CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM CONSENT ITEMS ACTION ITEMS Citizens Communication (Note: There will be a three-minute time limitation) 1. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes Summary for the Board Meeting held on July 16, 2020 2. Update on HACA's actions related to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and update on HACA's Resident and Client Support Center 3. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02666: An amendment to the HACA annual budget to provide additional funding to ensure HACA families can fully participate in at-home and other distance learning by using digital inclusion interventions to combat negative impacts resulting from the coronavirus 4. Update on AAHC's acquisition and development programs 5. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action on Resolution No. 02667: Resolution authorizing the Housing Authority of the City of Austin to take the following actions with regard to the Montecito Apartments (the “Development”) in Austin, Texas: (A) acquire the site of the Development; (B) lease the Development site to the owner of the Development; and (C) such other actions necessary or convenient to carry out this Resolution 6. Presentation, Discussion and Possible Action of Resolution No. 02665: Approval for Purchase of an Energy Recovery Unit and Related Engineering Services for Installation at HACA's Central Office 7. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02668: A statement of support for a ballot measure for the Project Connect Initial Investment, to address long term community transit needs, including funding for affordable housing and anti-displacement strategies along proposed transit corridors 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. OPEN SESSION …
PUBLIC NOTICE OF A MEETING TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE AUSTIN AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION 1 (646) 749-3122; Access Code: 541-121-477 TO BE HELD AT Via Conference Call Austin, TX (512.477.4488) Thursday, September 17, 2020 12:00 PM 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM Citizens Communication (Note: There will be a three-minute time limitation) CONSENT ITEMS ACTION ITEMS Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes Summary for the Board Meeting held on July 16, 2020 Presentation, Discussion and Possible Action on Resolution No. 00162 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 Walnut Trace Apartments Presentation, Discussion and Possible Action on Resolution No. 00163 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 Belmont Apartments Presentation, discussion and possible action on Resolution No. 00164 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 the Cypress Creek at Howard Lane Apartment Community Presentation, Discussion and Possible Action on Resolution No. 00165 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 Montecito 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 (the “Owner”) to own the Development; (iii) cause the Owner to assume existing 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 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 …
