Item 4 # 24-4119 Water & Wastewater Commission: March 13, 2024 Council: March 21, 2024 Posting Language Recommend approval for Service Extension Request No. 4622R for wastewater service to a 77.78- acre tract located at 9209 Ledgestone Terrace within the Drinking Water Protection Zone, the City’s 2-mile Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction and Austin Water’s service area. Lead Department Austin Water Client Department Austin Water Assistant Director of Environmental, Planning & Development Services, Kevin Critendon Fiscal Note There is no anticipated fiscal impact. Prior Council Action: June 11, 2020 Council approved Service Extension Request No. 4622 for wastewater service May 18, 2023 Council approved Service Extension Request No. 5650 for water service. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: March 6, 2024 – To be reviewed by the Environmental Commission. March 13, 2024 - To be reviewed by the Water & Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: The Ledgestone (Revised) project consists of approximately 77.78 acres of land located at 9209 Ledgestone Terrace (the “Property”). The Property is located entirely within the City of Austin’s (the “City”) 2-mile Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction, Impact Fee Boundary, Austin Water’s service area for wastewater, the Drinking Water Protection Zone, and the Slaughter Creek Watershed. A map of the property location is attached. Applicant: Endeavor (the “Owner”) is proposing to develop approximately 500 multi-family units, 11,620 sq. ft. retail space, and 8,000 sq. ft. restaurant space. The Owner requested that the City provide wastewater utility service to the Property and Austin Water has determined the service requirements as proposed in Service Extension Request (SER) No. 4622R. West Travis County Public Utility Agency (PUA) will provide retail water service to the Property. City Code § 25-9-35 requires City Council approval for this SER because the Property is located within the Drinking Water Protection Zone and outside the City’s full-purpose corporate limits. All costs will be paid by the Owner. City Council on June 11, 2020, approved SER-4622 for wastewater service to the Property; however, the Owner is now requesting to amend the previously approved SER due to a change in the project’s intensity, proposed land use, lot configuration, and anticipated wastewater demands (LDC 25-9- 39(C)3). The proposed development under this current request includes the subdivision of the Property for retail and restaurant use along US 290 Hwy, in addition to the previously proposed multi- Item 4 # 24-4119 Water & Wastewater Commission: March 13, 2024 Council: March 21, 2024 family use on …
Item 5 # 24-4190 Water & Wastewater Commission: March 13, 2024 Council: April 18, 2024 Posting Language Recommend approval for a resolution authorizing the City Manager to apply for funding from the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) for a 20-year low-interest loan in the amount not to exceed $25,000,000 as part of the TWDB’s State Water Implementation Fund for Texas (SWIFT) loan program, for the additional cost incurred from the development and implementation of Austin Water’s Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) program, aka Austin’s Smart Water Meter System (My ATX Water). Lead Department Austin Water Client Department Austin Water Assistant Director of Financial Services, Joseph Gonzales Fiscal Note Funding is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Prior Council Action: April 21, 2016 - Council authorized the City Manager to apply for funding from the TWDB for a 20-year SWIFT loan, not to exceed $80,195,000, for the development and implementation of Austin Water’s AMI project. December 7, 2017 - Council approved a consulting services contract with West Monroe Partners, LLC for advanced metering infrastructure program management. February 20, 2020 - Council approved an amendment to the consulting services contract West Monroe Partners, LLC for three additional phases of consulting for the advanced metering infrastructure program. March 26, 2020 – Council authorized execution of a ten-year multi-term contract with Aclara Technologies, LLC and a five-year multi-term contract with Watersmart Software, Inc. for the advanced metering infrastructure program, for total contract amounts not to exceed $95,000,000 divided between the contractors. On March 23, 2023 – Council Authorized amendments to two contracts for Advanced Metering Infrastructure systems, including meters, meter installation, a data platform, and customer portal with Meter Reading Holding, LLC d/b/a Aclara Technologies, LLC or Aclara Smart Grid Solutions, LLC and with Vertex U.S. Holdings, Inc., d/b/a VertexOne Software LLC or Watersmart Software, Inc. to increase the amount by $7,934,000 for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $103,000,000, divided between the contractors. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: March 13, 2024 - To be reviewed by the Water & Wastewater Commission. Item 5 # 24-4190 Water & Wastewater Commission: March 13, 2024 Council: April 18, 2024 Additional Backup Information: This action will authorize Austin Water to apply for a new low-interest loan from the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB), not to exceed $25,000,000 to complete Austin Water’s Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) project, also known as MyATX Water. This new loan …
Item 6 # 24-4121 Water & Wastewater Commission: March 13, 2024 Council: March 21, 2024 Posting Language Recommend approval to negotiate and execute an interlocal agreement with the cities of Round Rock, Cedar Park, and Leander for the reimbursement of costs related to the expansion of the Brushy Creek Regional Wastewater System and authorizing the City's share of funding for capital improvements to the East Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant in an amount not to exceed $12,600,000. Lead Department Austin Water. Client Department Austin Water Assistant Director of Customer Experience, Randi Jenkins Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $12,600,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Capital Budget of the Austin Water Department. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Prior Council Action: July 23, 2009- Council approved an interlocal agreement to purchase the City’s share of the Brushy Creek Regional Wastewater System from the Lower Colorado River Authority. September 22, 2011- Council approved an agreement with the Brazos River Authority for the operation and maintenance of the Brushy Creek Regional Wastewater System. March 6, 2014- Council approved an interlocal agreement with the Cities of Round Rock, Leander, and Cedar Park concerning the capacity, operation, maintenance, and improvements to the Southwest Interceptor of the Brushy Creek Regional Wastewater System. May 18, 2017- Council approved negotiation and execution of interlocal agreements with the cities of Round Rock, Cedar Park, and Leander for the reimbursement of costs related to the expansion of the Brushy Creek Regional Wastewater System. May 7, 2020 – Council approved negotiation and execution of an amendment to the agreement with the cities of Round Rock, Cedar Park, and Leander to increase Austin’s reimbursement share related to the expansion of the Brushy Creek Regional Wastewater System. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: March 13, 2024 - To be reviewed by the Water & Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: The Brushy Creek Regional Wastewater System (“Brushy Creek System”) is a wastewater system located in southern Williamson County. The cities of Austin, Round Rock, and Cedar Park jointly purchased the Brushy Creek System from the Lower Colorado River Authority in 2009, and each City is a partial owner of the Brushy Creek System. The City of Leander joined the other cities in 2011. Two wastewater treatment plants of the Brushy Creek System are located in the City of Round Rock’s Item 6 # 24-4121 …
Item 7 # 24-4153 Water & Wastewater Commission: March 13, 2024 Council: April 4, 2024 Posting Language Recommend approval to negotiate and execute a contract for professional services for the Southwest Pressure Zones Pump Station/Reservoir Study project with HDR Engineering, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $3,000,000. (District 5) MBE/WBE This contract will be awarded in compliance with City Code Chapter 2-9A (Minority- Owned and Women- Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program) by meeting the goals with 8.00% MBE and 3.00% WBE participation. Lead Department Financial Services Department. Client Department Austin Water Assistant Director of Environmental, Planning & Development Services, Kevin Critendon Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. Purchasing Language: The Financial Services Department issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQS 6100) CLMP363 for these services. The solicitation was issued on November 8, 2023 and closed on December 11, 2023. Of the three offers received the recommended contractor submitted the best evaluated responsive offer. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bids received, is available for viewing, is available for viewing on the City’s Financial Services, website, Austin Finance Online. Link: Solicitation Document. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: March 13, 2024 - To be reviewed by the Water & Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: On a maximum demand day, the Davis Lane Pump Station operates at 75% effective capacity - the highest of any other distribution pump station. To improve redundancy and relieve the utility’s reliance on the Davis Lane Pump Station, this study is necessary to identify, analyze, and recommend a feasible secondary facility and transmission. This preliminary engineering report will provide a recommendation for an additional reservoir/pump station facility and related transmission that will provide full redundancy to the existing Davis Lane Pump Station. The report will include a feasibility assessment with the possibility of multiple options, an environmental impact analysis, and potential land acquisition for a future facility site. Recommended improvements shall address the hydraulic, mechanical, civil, structural, electrical power distribution, instrumentation & controls, and environmental aspects of the distribution system. Item 7 # 24-4153 Water & Wastewater Commission: March 13, 2024 Council: April 4, 2024 There is no anticipated impact to the traveling public as this is a modeling study only and the Davis Lane Pump Station is closed to the public. This request allows for the development of an agreement with the firm. If the City is …
Item 8 # 24-4164 Water & Wastewater Commission: March 13, 2024 Council: April 4, 2024 Posting Language Recommend approval to execute a contract for hydro-blast cleaning services with Meylan Enterprises, Inc., for a term of five years for a total contract amount not to exceed $775,000. MBE/WBE This solicitation was reviewed for subcontracting opportunities in accordance with City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). For the services required for this solicitation, there were no subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. Lead Department Financial Services Department Client Department Austin Water Acting Assistant Director of Operations, Mercedes Garcia-Lopez Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $77,500 is available in the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating Budget of Austin Water. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Purchasing Language: The Financial Services Department issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) 2200 AMA1095 for these services. The solicitation was issued on November 20, 2023, and closed on December 19, 2023. The recommended contractor submitted the only responsive offer. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bids received, is available for viewing, is available for viewing on the City’s Financial Services, website, Austin Finance Online. Link: Solicitation Document. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: March 13, 2024 - To be reviewed by the Water & Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: The contract will provide hydro-blast cleaning services for rapid mix basins and filter plates at Austin Water’s Davis Water Treatment Plant. Davis Water Treatment Plant has three rapid mix basins and 27 filter plates that require hydro-blast cleaning. The rapid mix basins are used in the process of water softening, which causes a thick layer of scale to build up on all submerged surfaces of the rapid mix basins. The filter plates are located at the bottom of concrete filter boxes that are used as part of the filtration process to treat drinking water. Settled water runs through the filter boxes to remove smaller particles, which remain in the water following coagulation, flocculation, and sedimentation. The contract will allow for the hydro-blasting and cleaning of three rapid mix basins and six (of 27 total) filter plates annually. If a contract is not secured, the City would be forced to procure these services on an as-needed basis which could potentially result in higher prices and lead to equipment failures due to corrosion buildup. …
Item 9 # 24-4220 Water & Wastewater Commission: March 13, 2024 Council: March 21, 2024 Posting Language Recommend approval for an ordinance amending Exhibit A to the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 City Fee and Fine Ordinance (Ordinance No. 20230816-007) to add an Austin Water Reclaimed Water Utility fee in lieu of providing an onsite water reuse system. Lead Department Austin Water Client Department Austin Water Assistant Director of Financial Services, Joseph Gonzales Fiscal Note Fiscal note is attached. Prior Council Action: August 16, 2023 – Council approved Ordinance No. 20230816-007 authorizing fees, fines, and other charges to be set or charged by the City for Fiscal Year 2023-2024, beginning on October 1, 2023, and ending on September 30, 2024. March 7, 2024 – Council approved, as amended, Ordinance No. 20240307-037 amending Chapter 25- 9 (Water and Wastewater) that included the establishment of a fee in lieu for certain onsite water reuse requirements. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: March 13, 2024 - To be reviewed by the Water & Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: Austin Water continues to expand its centralized reclaimed water infrastructure (known as “purple pipe”) throughout Austin. This system delivers non-drinking water for irrigation, cooling towers, toilet/urinal flushing, and virtually any use not requiring higher-quality drinking water. Expanding the use of reclaimed water builds the City’s resilience against drought and climate change by diversifying our water supply. Reclaimed water is a renewable resource that is less expensive to treat, and users are charged lower rates. All customers benefit from the expansion of the reclaimed water system, which is a key strategy in Austin’s Water Forward 100-year water supply plan. City Code Chapter 25-9 specifies the types of properties that are required to connect to Austin Water’s centralized reclaimed water system or, if they are located beyond the required connection distance, to construct an onsite water reuse system. Onsite water reuse systems collect alternative water from sources such as rainwater and condensate from heating and air conditioning systems for non-drinking water uses. Qualifying projects required to install an onsite water reuse system as of April 1, 2024, will be eligible to apply for this fee, to be approved by the Austin Water Director. Item 9 # 24-4220 Water & Wastewater Commission: March 13, 2024 Council: March 21, 2024 This action proposes the amount for the fee in lieu to be equivalent to the cost to install 500 feet of …
WATER AND WASTEWATER COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, March 13, 2024 The Water and Wastewater Commission convened in a regular called meeting on March 13, 2024, at Austin Energy Headquarters, 4815 Mueller Boulevard, Austin, Texas. Chair Turrieta called the Water and Wastewater Commission to order at 6:00 p.m. Commission Members in Attendance: William Moriarty (remote), Jesse Penn, Mike Reyes, Shwetha Pandurangi (remote), Vice Chair Judy Musgrove, Marcela Tuñón Sion, Chair Susan Turrieta Commission Members Absent: Alex Navarro, Sabrina Reichert, Sam Angoori, Chris Maxwell-Gaines PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL There were no speakers registered to speak. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of minutes from the January 17, 2024, regular meeting of the Water and Wastewater Commission. The minutes from the January 17, 2024, regular meeting were approved on Vice Chair Musgrove’s motion and Commissioner Reyes’ second on a 7-0 vote with Commissioners Navarro, Reichert, Angoori and Maxwell-Gaines absent. 2. Approval of minutes from the February 14, 2024, regular meeting of the Water and Wastewater Commission. The minutes from the February 14, 2024, regular meeting were approved on Vice Chair Musgrove’s motion and Commissioner Reyes’ second on a 7-0 vote with Commissioners Navarro, Reichert, Angoori and Maxwell-Gaines absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION 3. Recommend approval to negotiate and execute of a contract for supervisory control and data acquisition equipment and software installation and support services with Control Panels USA, Inc., for a term of five years in an amount not to exceed $2,100,000. Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission on Vice Chair Musgrove’s motion and Commissioner Tuñón Sion’s second on a 7-0 vote with Commissioners Navarro, Reichert, Angoori and Maxwell-Gaines absent. 4. Recommend approval for Service Extension Request No. 4622R for wastewater service to a 77.78-acre tract located at 9209 Ledgestone Terrace within the Drinking Water Protection Zone, the City’s 2-mile Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction and Austin Water’s service area. Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission on Vice Chair Musgrove’s motion and Commissioner Tuñón Sion’s second on a 7-0 vote with Commissioners Navarro, Reichert, Angoori and Maxwell-Gaines absent. 5. Recommend approval for a resolution authorizing the City Manager to apply for funding from the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) for a 20-year low-interest loan in the amount not to exceed $25,000,000 as part of the TWDB’s State Water Implementation Fund for Texas (SWIFT) loan program, for the additional cost incurred from the development and implementation of Austin Water’s Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) program, aka …
1. REGULAR MEETING of the TOURISM COMMISSION BOARD March 13, 2024, at 2:30 pm City Hall Chambers Room 1001 301 W. Second St Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the Tourism Commission Board may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Felicia Ojeda, 512.404.4022 or felicia.ojeda@austintexas.gov CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Daniel Ronan, Chair Aileen Bazan Mike Cannatti Stefani Mathis John Riedie Bishop Chappell Ed Bailey, Vice Chair Greg Chanon Rachel Magee Anna Panossian Christian Tschoepe AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Tourism Commission Board Regular Meeting on February 14, 2024. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. DISCUSSION ITEMS Discussion of the Red River Cultural District regarding City Council’s vote in support of a city funding. Presentation by Dr. Karl Gebhardt, Chair of the University of Texas at Austin Department of Astronomy, regarding the importance of the upcoming April 8,2024 Eclipse. Presentation by Tom Noonan, President and CEO of Visit Austin, regarding an update on the Tourism Public Improvement District (TPID) and tourism impact in Austin. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Approve a recommendation from the Parks and Environment Working Group regarding how to identify park amenities to leverage tourism funding for park-specific projects that can benefit parks and environment in our community. Discussion and approval of the remaining 2024 calendar dates for the Tourism Commission meeting dates and location changes, if necessary. Discussion and approval of the upcoming Agenda topics for the 2024 calendar year for editing or approving of agenda topics. WORKING GROUPS Update from the Short-Term Rental Working Group on any new reports regarding STRs recommendations. Update from the Parks and Environment Working Group regarding the recent recommendation and dissolving of the working group. call FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with …
PARKS AND ENVIRONMENT WORKING GROUP RECOMMENDATIONS March 7, 2024 PARKS AND ENVIRONMENT WORKING GROUP RECOMMENDATIONS 1 | Page Table of Contents Introduction A. Directive from Tourism Commission B. Overview of Working Group Recommendation Process C. Overview Description of Parks and Environment Funding Opportunities Exhibit A - Parks and Environment Working Group Recommendations Identifying Park Amenities to Leverage Tourism Funding for Park-Specific Projects I. PARKS AND ENVIRONMENT WORKING GROUP RECOMMENDATIONS 2 | Page I. Introduction This document provides recommendations from the Parks and Environment Working Group to identify park amenities to leverage tourism funding for park-specific projects that can benefit parks and environment in our community. The document was prepared as a collaborative effort of the appointed members of the Parks and Environment Working Group which currently includes Commissioners Ronan and Cannatti, and also includes community/stakeholder representatives Molly Alexander (formerly, Downtown Austin), Hanna Cofer (The Trail Conservancy), George Cofer (formerly, Hill Country Conservancy), Clark Hancock (Save Barton Creek Association), Kayla Reese (Austin Parks Foundation), Ted Siff (Shoal Creek Conservancy), Chuck Smith (Pease Park Conservancy), and Scott Joslove (Texas Hotel and Lodging Association). A. Directive from Tourism Commission On February 20, 2020, the Tourism Commission appointed the Parks and Environment Working Group look into (1) Chapter 351 funding options for using hotel occupancy tax funds to benefit parks and/or environment, (2) Chapter 334 funding options for using hotel occupancy tax funds to benefit parks/environment, (3) park amenities to leverage tourism funding for park- specific projects, and (4) Palm Park HOT funding options. On May 10, 2021, the Working Group presented a set of recommendations for Topics 1-2 that were adopted by the Tourism Commission for recommendation to Council. However, the Working Group did not address Topics 3 or 4. Accordingly, the Working Group has not been closed since these topics remained to be addressed. B. Overview of Working Group Recommendation Process With discussions initiated on July 26, 2022, the Working Group has worked virtually to explore Topic 3 for the purpose of identifying park amenities to leverage tourism funding for park-specific projects. This topic is not limited to the hotel occupancy tax funding constraints provided by Chapters 351 and 334 of the Texas Tax Code, but should explore other funding sources. While there was an interruption in their work in late 2022, the Working Group has since worked collaboratively to identify and recommend a number of potential funding sources, starting with funding …
CITY OF AUSTIN TOURISM COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Recommendation Number: 20240313-XXX: These recommendations from the Tourism Commission’s Parks and Environment Working Group identify park amenities to leverage tourism funding for park- specific projects that can benefit parks and environment in our community. WHEREAS, the City of Austin is regarded as one of the most environmentally conscious cities in the country, with our parks, preserves, open spaces, waterways, spring-fed pools and greenbelt trails attracting tourists and citizens alike to Austin’s parks and environment; WHEREAS, Austin’s tourism industry actively uses our parks and environmental attractions to promote tourism to Austin, as readily seen from Visit Austin’s website listing Austin parks and environmental attractions (https://www.austintexas.org/things-to-do/history/austin-parks-recreation/), featuring Barton Springs Pool, Zilker Metropolitan Park, Mt. Bonnell, Lady Bird Lake Butler Trail, and many more; WHEREAS, traditional funding sources for parks and environment spaces have struggled to keep up with our growing city, and have even dwindled over the years, especially with recent state law changes which prevent the City of Austin from collecting parkland development funds, decreasing the amount of parkland the city can require, and limiting the ability of municipalities to raise property tax revenue that could otherwise be used to pay for park and environment projects; and WHEREAS, the Tourism Commission was established to provide expertise and recommendations to the City Council concerning issues related to and that promote tourism, and in this role, seeks to find ways for both the tourism industry and the citizens of Austin to benefit; and WHEREAS, the Parks and Environment Working Group was appointed to prepare recommendations to identify park amenities to leverage tourism funding for park-specific projects that can benefit parks and environment in our community. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Austin Tourism Commission encourages the Austin City Council to consider and direct staff to consider the funding opportunities in the Parks and Environment Working Group Recommendations (attached) for park-specific projects that can benefit parks and environment in our community. Date of Approval: _____________________________ Record of the vote: Attest: _____________________________________________ (Staff or board member can sign)
WORKING DOCUMENT: Tourism Commission Road Map April 2024 – December 2024 Agenda Topics, Potential Speakers & Community Presenters Note: All meetings take place on Wednesdays from 2:30pm-4:30pm in City Council Chambers (unless modified by venue availability) April 10, 2024 – A Good Time: Food & Beverage • Potential Speakers: Restaurant Associations, Food Journalists • Potential Community Presenters: Independent Restaurants May 8, 2024 – National Tourism Week: Music Makers & Marketers • Potential Speakers: Music Venues • Potential Community Presenters: Event Promoters June 12, 2024 – Cultural Hubs: Museums & Cultural Sites • Potential Speakers: Texas Association of Museums & the Texas Historical Commission • Potential Community Presenters: Museums & Independent Cultural Sites July 10, 2024 – Coming Together: Conventions & Special Events • Potential Speakers: Convention Organizers & the City of Austin Convention Center Department • Potential Community Presenters: Local Event Companies August 14, 2024 – No Meeting September 11, 2024 – Funding Austin Tourism: City HOT Tax • Potential Speakers: City of Austin Chief Financial Officer & Economic Development Department • Potential Community Presenters: Doherty Arts Center October 9, 2024 – Across the Town: From Districts to Downtown • Potential Speakers: City of Austin Economist, Downtown Austin Alliance & • Potential Community Presenters: Palm District Cultural Organizations & Preservation Austin Local Tour Guides November 13, 2024 – Open Topic • Potential Speakers: • Potential Community Presenters: December 11, 2024 – Proposed: No Meeting 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
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CITY OF AUSTIN TOURISM COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Recommendation Number: 20240313-005: These recommendations from the Tourism Commission’s Parks and Environment Working Group identify park amenities to leverage tourism funding for park- specific projects that can benefit parks and environment in our community. WHEREAS, the City of Austin is regarded as one of the most environmentally conscious cities in the country, with our parks, preserves, open spaces, waterways, spring-fed pools and greenbelt trails attracting tourists and citizens alike to Austin’s parks and environment; WHEREAS, Austin’s tourism industry actively uses our parks and environmental attractions to promote tourism to Austin, as readily seen from Visit Austin’s website listing Austin parks and environmental attractions (https://www.austintexas.org/things-to-do/history/austin-parks-recreation/), featuring Barton Springs Pool, Zilker Metropolitan Park, Mt. Bonnell, Lady Bird Lake Butler Trail, and many more; WHEREAS, traditional funding sources for parks and environment spaces have struggled to keep up with our growing city, and have even dwindled over the years, especially with recent state law changes which prevent the City of Austin from collecting parkland development funds, decreasing the amount of parkland the city can require, and limiting the ability of municipalities to raise property tax revenue that could otherwise be used to pay for park and environment projects; and WHEREAS, the Tourism Commission was established to provide expertise and recommendations to the City Council concerning issues related to and that promote tourism, and in this role, seeks to find ways for both the tourism industry and the citizens of Austin to benefit; and WHEREAS, the Parks and Environment Working Group was appointed to prepare recommendations to identify park amenities to leverage tourism funding for park-specific projects that can benefit parks and environment in our community. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Austin Tourism Commission encourages the Austin City Council to consider and direct staff to consider the funding opportunities in the Parks and Environment Working Group Recommendations (attached) for park-specific projects that can benefit parks and environment in our community. Date of Approval: __3/13/2024___________________________ Record of the vote: 9- 0 approved vote Attest: _____________________________________________ (Staff or board member can sign)
INTRODUCING OUR C.U.T. 2.0 Age 25+ | $75K+ HHI Travel Lover + Music/Sports/Food/Adventure Enthusiast 57% Female (116i) | 43% Male (84i) 67% Identified As Parents (94i) Hispanic Black Asian White 131i | 15% 124i | 12% 119i | 6% 94i | 75% Our C.U.T 2.0 audience is inspired to travel and searching far and wide for a perfect destination. The cities they choose to travel to and what they're looking for are direct reflections of their own identity. Immersive Traveler Travel is more than taking a trip, it's experiencing a place and everything unique that place has to offer. Creative Planner No stranger to the research rabbit holes - planning the trip is just as exciting as the trip itself. Trailblazer Vacation is a self expression of originality. Bring on the thrills that differentiate from the rest. Tech Aficionado Technology is integral to my life, it keeps me connected online and off from getting me to a trip to getting me around on the trip. Nothing I do is done without technology. *Ethnicity data includes those who identify as more than one race Source: 2023 MRI-Simmons Spring Double Base USA INTRODUCING OUR C.U.T. 2.0 Travelers Tina and Su live in NYC and are planning their Summer getaway. They are certified foodies; Tina is always on top of all the hottest restaurants in town and Su is working on perfecting his smoked brisket recipe. Su’s family originated from Cameroon, so soccer reigns supreme. Nate is looking to dodge the Seattle rain and extend his days of sunshine before August ends. He wants to spend his mornings walking trails and chasing sunrises, while spending his evenings immersed in live music. Nate has an adventurous spirit and is always on the hunt for the greatest local gems. Food trucks and pop ups are his jam! The school year is ending in a few weeks, and the Vargas family is looking for a perfect vacation spot the entire family can enjoy over the summer. Outdoor lovers and looking to disconnect from school and demanding careers in tech, they are looking forward to spending the day at the lakes and waterparks.
TOURISM COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES (13, MARCH 2024) TOURISM COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES 13, MARCH 2024 The TOURISM COMMISSION convened in a REGULAR meeting on 13, MARCH 2024, at 301 w. Second St. in Austin, Texas. Chair, Daniel Ronan called the TOURISM COMMISSION Meeting to order at 2:31 p.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Commissioners Ed Bailey, Mike Cannatti, Greg Chanon, Bishop Chappell, Anna Panossian, Daniel Ronan, and Christian Tschoepe Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Commissioners Aileen Bazan and Stefani Mathis Board Members/Commissioners Absence: Commissioners Rachel Magee and John Riedie APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the TOURISM COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING on February 14, 2024. The minutes from the meeting of 2/14/2024 were approved on Commissioner Chappell’s motion and Vice Chair Bailey’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioners Aileen Bazan and Greg Chanon were off the dais and Rachel Magee and John Riedie were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS variety of items Presentation by Tom Noonan - President and CEO, Steve Genovesi - Executive Vice President and Shelley Hall - Vice President of Marketing of the Visit Austin organization regarding an update on the Tourism Public Improvement District (TPID) and tourism impact in Austin. Discussed a brief update of the Red River Cultural District regarding City Council’s vote in support of city funding. Presentation by Dr. Karl Gebhardt, Chair of the University of Texas at Austin Department of Astronomy, regarding the importance of the upcoming April 8,2024 Eclipse. 2. 3. 4. 1 (13, MARCH 2024) TOURISM COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. The Approval of a recommendation from the Parks and Environment Working Group regarding how to identify park amenities to leverage tourism funding for park-specific projects that can benefit parks and environment in our community. a. The motion to approve the recommendation from the Parks and Environment Working Group regarding how to identify park amenities to leverage tourism funding for park-specific projects that can benefit parks and environment in our community was approved on Commissioner Panossian’s motion, Commissioner Cannatti’s second on a 9-0 vote. Commissioners Rachel Magee and John Riedie were absent. 6. 7. Discussed the remaining 2024 calendar dates for the Tourism Commission meeting dates and location changes. Discussed the upcoming Agenda topics for the 2024 calendar year for editing or approving of agenda topics. a. Food and Beverage – Inviting Fredericksburg Convention and Visitor Bureau b. Board Elections in April c. Training Requirements by May 10, 2024 …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HIV PLANNING COUNCIL FINANCE/ALLOCATIONS AND STRATEGIC PLANNING/NEEDS ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13, 2024, 1:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE, RM. 1203 AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the HIV PLANNING COUNCIL may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: Click here to join the meeting Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email the Office of Support, (512)-972-5841, HIVPlanningCouncil@austintexas.gov CURRENT HIV PLANNING COUNCIL FINANCE/ALLOCATIONS AND STRATEGIC PLANNING/NEEDS ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Ashley Garling, Committee Chair Kelle’ Martin Kristina McRae-Thompson Gin Pham AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up no later than noon on 3/12/2024 will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATIONS 2. Members will declare conflict of interest with relevant agenda items, service categories, APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. February 14, 2024 and/or service standards STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Introductions/Announcements 4. Office of Support staff report 5. Administrative Agent report DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 8. Workplan Calendar review ADJOURNMENT Indicative of action items 6. Discussion and approval of Meeting Time and Day 7. Discussion and approval of Stigma Index Proposal 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. TTY users’ route through Relay Texas at 711. For More Information on the HIV Planning Council, please contact Nathalia Delgadillo at (512) 972-5841.
Austin Transitional Grant Area (TGA) Administrative Agent (AA) Report to HIV Planning Council February 2024 PART A & MAI GRANTS ADMINISTRATION/MANAGEMENT UPDATE 1. We received 4 applications for 3 open Supportive Services Funding Specialists positions, but two of them were disqualified by HR. Two interviews have been scheduled for the week of 2/5/24. 2. The remaining position will be reposted. OTHER HIV RESOURCES ADMINISTRATION GRANT UPDATES 1. HOPWA: 1 contract executed, 1 routing for signatures, 1 amendment and 2 extensions waiting for 2. Part C: FFY23 term ended December 31st. 2 contracts are under negotiation and 1 contract waiting City Council approval for City Council Approval 3. EHE PS20: Both contracts are executed and end May 2024. 4. Part A/MAI: 1 amendment routing for signature and 4 amendments under negotiation 1. Estimated Expenditures Through December (not all claims are in yet) PART A & MAI FISCAL UPDATE Formula Carryover $449,918 $424,910 94% Budgeted Amount Expended Amount Percent Expended $3,374,977 $2,644,559 78% $388,620 $237,393 61% $16,925 $16,925 100% $1,774,600 $1,350,551 76% $6,005,040 $4,674,338 78% CATEGORY Formula MAI MAI Carryover Supplemental TOTAL CLINICAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT 1. CQM Plan Development and Next Steps The CQM plan is currently being revised to include EHE and Part C activities, monitoring and evaluation. 2. CQM Performance Measures Austin TGA Administrative Agent Report to HIV Planning Council, January 2024, Page 12 CQM performance measures for Part A/MAI, Part C and EHE have been drafted and shared with the CQM Committee. Performance measures will be finalized after review from the HRSA TA. 3. Health Disparities Calculator Collaborative Research will be assisting HRAU staff with the development of a Health Disparities Calculator. This calculator is currently in development. 3. CQM Committee Meetings‐ On January 11, 2024, HRA hosted an in‐person CQM committee meeting. HRA plans to host in‐person meetings on a quarterly or bi‐annual basis. 1. TCT Enhancements and Issues: DATA MANAGEMENT UPDATE a. The data staff at HRA continue to work through TCT issues with subrecipients and the TCT Help Desk. HRA meets with the TCT Help Desk weekly. There have been additional meetings with data managers across the state to address enhancements identified by the data managers and providers. b. The Texas Department of State Health Services continues to make enhancements in TCT. Unfortunately, these enhancements often break existing capabilities. c. The need for additional training has been identified and discussed with the subrecipients. The Data Manager …
MEMORANDUM To: Kelle’ Martin, Chair HIV Planning Council (Austin Area TGA) From: Social Determinants of Health & Equity Working Group Austin Fast Track Cities Contact: Rick Astray-Caneda III, rickyaciii@gmail.com, 786.325.7425; and Michelle Osorio, michelle.osorio@austintexas.gov, 941-269-9288 Cc: Rick Astray-Caneda III, Friends of the David Powell Clinic; Flor Hernandez-Ayala, Austin Public Health; Avery Westendorf, CommUnityCare; Michelle Osorio, Austin Public Health February 21, 2024 Request for Funds, Partnership, and In-kind Support to Administer the Persons Living with HIV Stigma Index 2.0 in the Austin Transitional Grant Area Dear Kelle’: Subsequent to our presentations related to the administration of the Persons Living with HIV Stigma Index 2.0 in the Austin Transitional Grant Area on September 25, 2023, and February 14, 2024, the Social Determinants of Health & Equity Working Group of the Austin Fast Track Cities Initiative requests support of the HIV Planning Council for the Austin Area TGA. Thank you for allowing us time to present this to the Planning Council on the prior occasions and thank you for considering this request. In Appendix A, we provide an overview of the project. At present we are recruiting approximately 12 people, including at least five living with HIV, to lead this effort. We ask that the Planning Council considers supporting this effort in as many of the ways below as you can. We know that the Planning Council has many priorities, and we appreciate any assistance toward this valuable effort. Monetary Amount Request Sponsor the administration of the Persons Living with HIV Stigma Index 2.0 in the Austin Transitional Grant Area. The sponsorship sends a message of legitimacy and importance to our community. Allow us to table with you at events to recruit Steering Committee members and later to recruit interviewees. This gives the initiative exposure and through presence with the Planning Council adds legitimacy. Sponsor all or part of the first year of stipends for Steering Committee Members. We calculate that at 12 members x three hours per month x $20 per hour at Austin’s living wage x 12 months. Assist us identifying a medical or social service organization that will allow us to use their calendaring system to schedule interviews. Set aside funds to help with logistics and tools for the Steering Committee. We have put a suggested amount of $2,000. This money would be used for $0.00 $0.00 $8,640.00 $0.00 $2,000.00 Page 1 of 5 # 1 2 3 4 5 …
AUSTIN AREA HIV PLANNING COUNCIL The mission of the HIV Planning Council is to develop and coordinate an effective and comprehensive community-wide response to HIV. Planning Council: Office of Support Staff Report March 5, 2024 Business Committee Meeting OFFICE OF SUPPORT STAFF Kodjo Dodo, Manager Kodjo.Dodo@austintexas.gov Nathalia Delgadillo, Planner II Nathalia.Delgadillo@austintexas.gov Zaria Thomas, Planner I zaria.thomas@austintexas.gov. Deena Rawleigh, Admin Sr. Deena.Rawleigh@austintexas.gov AUSTIN AREA HIV PLANNING COUNCIL MEMBERS TOTAL 6 (1 Non-voting member) 1. Kelle’ Martin, Chair 2. Kristina McRae-Thompson 3. Rocky Lane, Non-Voting 4. Joe Anderson Jr. 5. Ashley Garling 6. Zachery Garay 7. Gin Pham 8. Judith Hassan 9. Marquis Goodwin 10. Alicia Alston Summary: committee The HIVPC is at 6 members. 3 Members are Pending Approval from CEO. Jonathan has asked to resign from his position, effective March 15, 2024. A member has been deemed ineligible on the evening of 3/5 from boards and commissions due to incomplete training. GMCS Committee meeting for March had to be canceled due to lack of active members to create a Nominations for Vice Chair and Secretary are needed. 2 persons expressed interest in joining council, and are eligible to interview at the next GMCS Meeting The Needs Assessment Report is being drafted. The Literature review topic selection is expected to take place in April. It will be tabled in March due to the Planner II being out of office on 3/13 o FASPNA members should have received an email with Literature Review topic proposals and a survey to submit their preference. Special studies will begin in April, if possible. The Resource Guide has been started with the OoS and FTC coordinator Michelle Osorio The CAB/Caucus Partnership rotation schedule is being planned. On 2/22, the OoS had introduced this partnership to a subrecipient. The OoS has successfully contacted 4/6 of the discovered CABs/caucuses. o Chair is more interested in investing in our own ad-hoc committee to receive more consumer input The Office of Support Planners are looking to see if the HIVPC would be interested in having bi-weekly office hours. Please send a preferred time and date as to when you would like to have this resource available. Chair and Secretary All nominees will be presented at the February 2024 Business meeting. The We are accepting nominations for HIV Planning Council Vice official vote will take place at the following Business meeting. Send all …
AUSTIN TGA RYAN WHITE PART A HIV/AIDS PROGRAM ADMINISTRATIVE/RAPID REALLOCATION REPORT ☒ Rapid Reallocation (November – February Only) ☐ Administrative Reallocation (Administration/Quality Management Funds Only) REALLOCATION INFORMATION Grant Year: FY 2024 Date of Report: 03/07/2024 From Service Category/Amount To Service Category/Amount PART A CORE MEDICAL SERVICES ☐ Ambulatory Outpatient Health Services ☐ AIDS Pharmaceutical Assistance Local ☐ Oral Health Care ☒ Early Intervention Services ☐ Health Insurance Premium & Cost ☒ Ambulatory Outpatient Health Services ☐ AIDS Pharmaceutical Assistance Local ☐ Oral Health Care 7,638.15 ☐ Early Intervention Services ☐ Health Insurance Premium & Cost Sharing Assistance ☐ Mental Health Services ☐ Medical Nutrition Therapy ☒ Medical Case Management ☐ Substance Abuse Outpatient Sharing Assistance ☐ Mental Health Services ☒ Medical Nutrition Therapy 9,033.34 ☐ Medical Case Management ☐ Linguistics PART A SUPPORT SERVICES ☐ Non-Medical Case Management ☐ Emergency Financial Assistance ☐ Food Bank/Home Delivered Meals ☐ Housing ☒ Medical Transportation ☒ Linguistics ☐ MAI Early Intervention Services ☐ MAI Non-Medical Case Management ☒ Non-Medical Case Management ☐ Emergency Financial Assistance ☒ Food Bank/Home Delivered Meals ☐ Housing 10,117.00 ☐ Medical Transportation 4,881.00 ☐ Substance Abuse Outpatient MAI ☐ MAI Early Intervention Services ☐ MAI Non-Medical Case Management ☐ Administration ☐ Quality Management TOTAL REALLOCATION FROM: ADMINISTRATION/QUALITY MANAGEMENT ☐ Administration ☐ Quality Management TOTAL REALLOCATION TO: 13,857.97 5,135.53 129.45 12,546.54 Percent of NEW Direct Services total represented by this reallocation: XX.X% Cumulative Percent of NEW Direct Services total reallocated during this grant year: XX.X% CIRCUMSTANCES RELATED TO THIS REALLOCATION We utilized other resources for Linguistic and medical transportation. As such the funds are to be used in other categories. EIS and Medical Case Management has staff turnover which reduced the use of the funds. We had more need for Nutrition, OAHS, Food and a slight increase for non-medical case management. ☒ Without this reallocation, the funds in the “From” boxes are not expected to be spent within the grant year ☒ This reallocation will preserve the HRSA 75% minimum Core Medical Services spending requirement for the current grant year Approved: Signature of TGA Project Director Version 2020-08-24 3/8/24 Date
HIV PLANNING COUNCIL FINANCE/ALLOCATIONS AND STRATEGIC PLANNING/NEEDS ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13, 2024 The HIV PLANNING COUNCIL FINANCE/ALLOCATIONS AND STRATEGIC PLANNING/NEEDS ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE convened in a REGULAR meeting on WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13, 2024, at 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE in Austin, Texas. Chair Kelle’ Martin called the HIV PLANNING COUNCIL Committee Meeting to order at 1:18 p.m. Planning Council Members in Attendance: None Planning Council Members in Attendance Remotely: Kelle’ Martin, Kristina McRae- Thompson, Gin Pham PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the HIV PLANNING COUNCIL FINANCE/ALLOCATIONS AND STRATEGIC PLANNING/NEEDS ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE MEETING on 2/14/2024. The minutes from the meeting of 2/14/2024 were approved on Gin Pham’s motion, Kelle’ Martin second on a 3-0 vote. For: Kelle’ Martin, Kristina McRae-Thompson, Gin Pham. Against: None. Abstain: None. Absent: Ashley Garling. CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATIONS 2. Members will declare conflict of interest with relevant agenda items, service categories, and/or service standards. None 1. 1 STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Introductions/Announcements None at this time. 4. Office of Support staff report Update given by Deena Rawleigh. Refer to written report for full details. Planning Council is down to six members, but does have three members submitted to the mayor, and two waiting for interviews. The Governance/Membership and Care Strategies is down to two members and will need one more to be able to meet. Kelle’ Martin will sit on the committee for the month of April. New applicants will have to also be approved by City Council per Boards and Commissions. 5. Administrative Agent (AA) report Update given by Veronica Chavira. A new funding specialist will start this week and two other candidates are in the process of being hired. The Part A fund is 78% expended through December and is expected to be 87% expended once all claims are submitted. Providers can submit a thirteenth claim by the end of March. There was a rapid reallocation from Early Intervention Services, Medical Case Management, Medical Transportation, Linguistics to Ambulatory Outpatient Health Services, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Non-Medical Case Management, and Food Bank/Home Delivered Meals. Providers utilized other resources for Linguistic and medical transportation. As such the funds are to be used in other categories. EIS and Medical Case Management had staff turnover which reduced the use of the funds. Providers had more need for Nutrition, OAHS, Food Bank, and a slight increase for non-medical case management. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE Wednesday, March 13, 2024 – 4:00 PM Permitting and Development Center Conference Room 1401 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr Austin, TX 78752 Some members of the committee may be participating by videoconference Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, email preservation@austintexas.gov or call Sam Fahnestock at (512) 974-3393. COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Kevin Koch JuanRaymon Rubio Harmony Grogan AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten (10) speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. DISCUSSION ITEMS 1. 2. 3. 4. 1206 E 13th Street/1209 Bob Harrison – Fashionette Beauty Shop Historic zoning. 200 The Circle – Brunson House Remodel carport/construct Accessory Dwelling Unit. 706 Highland Avenue – Smoot-Terrace Park Local Historic District Remodel/addition. 110 E 9th Street – Millett Opera House Repointing/rejointing brick. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 1107 E 10th Street – Robertson/Stuart & Mair Local Historic District Remodel Accessory Dwelling Unit. 4204 Avenue H – Hyde Park Local Historic District Rehabilitation/addition. 2521 Harris Boulevard – Old West Austin National Register Historic District New construction. 1008 Spence Street – Willow-Spence National Register Historic District New construction. 2321 Hartford Road – Old West Austin National Register Historic District Addition/remodel. 419 Congress Avenue – Congress Avenue National Register Historic District Partial demolition/rehabilitation/addition. 615 Red River Street – Swan Dive Addition/remodel/partial demo. 4th & Colorado Historical marker. ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call the Historic Preservation Office at 512-974-3393 for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Historic Landmark Commission, please contact Sam Fahnestock, Planner II, at 512-974-3393; Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Officer, at 512-974-2727. ,£, First Floor City of …
RESOLUTION NO. 20230914-078 WHEREAS, the City has a long-standing commitment to equity and the protection of the rights and well-being of atl its residents; and WHEREAS, LGBTQIA+ individuals have historically faced discrimination, prejudice, and unequal treatment and continue to experience growing levels of violence; and WHEREAS, LGBTQIA+ individuals are nine times more likely to be victims of violent hate crimes than their counterparts and the FBI has reported a 70 percent increase in hate crimes against LGBTQIA+ individuals from 2020 and 2021; and WHEREAS, LGBTQIA+ Texans are our neighbors, teachers, faith leaders, employees, and an essential part of the fabric of this state and contribute to the richness and diversity of our city; and WHEREAS, historic markers play a crucial role in preserving and honoring the diverse cultural heritage of communities, providing a tangible representation of struggles, achievements, and progress; and WHEREAS, 4th and Colorado streets in Downtown Austin hold significant historical and cultural importance, serving as a prominent gathering place for the LGBTQIA+ community and hosting numerous events and institutions that have contributed to its vibrant history; and WHEREAS, recognizing the historical significance of this location by installing an LGBTQIA+ district historical marker will serve as a visible reminder o f the community's resilience, struggles, and triumphs will foster a sense of pride among LGBTQIA+ residents and visitors; and Page 1 of 2 WHEREAS, numerous organizations and community leaders, including LGBTQIA+ advocacy groups, local businesses, and residents, have expressed their support for the installation of an LGBTQIA+ district historical marker at 4th and Colorado streets as a symbol of inclusivity, strength, and unity; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: Council directs the City Manager to coordinate and initiate the installation of an LGBTQIA+ historical marker on 4th and Colorado streets as a symbol of the community's historical significance and contributions. BE IT FUil- El RESOLVED: Council directs the City Manager to gather input from LGBTQIA+ community leaders, Human Rights Commission, LGBTQ+ Quality of Life Advisory Commission, and the Historical Landmark Commission regarding the content and queer figures to highlight on the historic marker. ADOPTED: September 14 , 2023 ATTEST: Myrna ?h< City Clerk Page 2 of 2
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ATTIC 1000 SF 2ND FLOOR 1400 SF BALCONY 171 SF ATTIC 485 SF DRIVEWAY 810 SF GARAGE 355 SF UNCOVERED PORCH 430 SF COPING 52 SF WATER 141 SF COVERED PORCH 171 SF 1ST FLOOR 1993 SF COVERED PORCH 34 SF OTHER COVERED 34 SF ADA COMPLIANT DOOR THRESHOLD 1 / 2 " M A X CONCRETE GARAGE Visitability Notes 1. Light switches and environmental controls to be installed maximum 48" above the interior floor level. 2. Outlets and receptacles to be installed minimum 15" above interior floor level (except for floor outlets). Visitability Entrance 1. Door to be 3'-0" x 8'-0"minimum. 2. Landing to be 3'-0" x 3'-0" minimum with maximum slope of 1 4"/ft. If foundation plan shows more than 1 2" drop, design professional must provide threshold detail. 3. PROJECT 2521 HARRIS OWNER GREATER AUSTIN BUILDERS REVISIONS NO 1 ISSUE PERMIT DATE Visitability Bathroom NOTES 1. Door to be 3'-0" x 8'-0" minimum. 31" CEDAR ELM OVERHANGS IN SETBACKS SHALL BE UNVENTED AND PROVIDED WITH SOLID BLOCKING FROM TOP PLATE TO ROOF DECKING REGRADE IF NECESSARY TO GET 6" ABOVE GRADE ALONG PERIMETER OF SLAB) 29" SYCAMORE 40'-0" MCMANSION ZONE #3 40'-0" MCMANSION ZONE #2 22" CEDAR ELM 5' SIDE SETBACK 40'-0" MCMANSION ZONE #1 LOT SIZE = 8420 SF (N 60° W 140') N 62°54'02" W 140.00' 603' O H O H O H OFF STREET PARKING SPACE 8.5X17.5 O H O H O H SEE VISITABLE ENTRANCE NOTES 3'-0" ) T A L P ( E U P ' 5 K C A B T E S R A E R ) ' 0 ' 1 0 6 W ° 0 3 S ( ' 9 0 . 0 6 W ' " 0 4 1 2 ° 7 2 S O H O H O H O H O H O H 22.5" CEDAR ELM 30"X30" CLEAR 2'-8" 18'X8' POOL SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE FFE: 604' E N I L G N I D L I U B K C A B T E S T N O R F ' 5 3 " 0 - ' 3 " 0 - ' 2 " 0 - ' 3 L O W P O I N T = 6 0 3 ' P R I M A R Y SEAL & SIGNATURE " 6 - ' 2 602' 2'-6" DESIGNER 2'-6" " 6 - ' 2 …
SPENCE SPEC & ADU 1008 Spence St Austin TX 78702 2/19/24 | SD Plan Review Z R C 2 / 1 Z R C 4 / 1 A E E R T N A C E P " 1 4 18'-3" 5 T 3 T 4 T K C A B T E S D R A Y R A E R ' 5 K C A B T E S E N I L R E W O P " 6 - ' 7 ' . 0 0 7 4 E " 2 5 3 0 ° 0 7 S ' ) . . W O . R ' 0 2 Y E L L A ( E L O P R E W O P G N I T S X E I 0 0 1 0 0 1 5' SIDE YARD SETBACK N 20°00'00" E 129.90' (130.10') S 20°25'01" W 129.48' 2 T 5' SIDE YARD SETBACK 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 1 R E T E M R E T A W G N I T S X E I T E E R T S E C N E P S 9 9 ) T A L P R E P , W O R ' 0 5 ( T E L N I ' 6 0 . 6 4 W ' " 1 1 6 3 ° 0 7 N 1 T K C A B T E S D R A Y T N O R F ' 5 1 0 0 1 0 0 1 SCALE: 3/32" -1'-0" N CAUTION: DO NOT SCALE DRAWINGS THESE DRAWINGS ARE THE PROPERTY OF THE ARCHITECT AND MAY ONLY BE USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THIS PROJECT. SET ISSUE DRAWN BY PROJECT 2/19/24 | SD Plan Review bn SPENCE SPEC & ADU 1008 Spence St Austin TX 78702 DRAWING TITLE SITE PLAN CL BEDROOM 1 13'-0"x12'-0" WC MLWK L BATH 1 8'-6"x9'-7" CLOSET 6'-4"x8'-5" DW W/D UTILITY 6'-0"x6'-0" BEDROOM 2 11'-0"x11'-3" W I E V Y T I C BEDROOM 3 11'-6"x12'-5" CL BATH 1 6'-0"x12'-5" N D K C A B T E S D R A Y E D S ' 5 I LIVING 21'-0"x16'-0" T2 K C A B T E S D R A Y E D S ' 5 I W I E V Y T I C PATIO …
HLC A RCHI TE CTU RAL RE VIE W COMMI T T E E MEXIC-ARTE MUSEUM 4 1 9 C O N G R E S S A V E N U E March 13, 2024 1 HLC ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE | March 13, 2024Mexic-Arte Museum CONGRESS AVENUE HISTORIC DISTRICT K i l l : I lo ZOO S T R E E T | M i| 1J—J _ 1 (a) n IJ CJ . :^ ^ — ^ — ^ — _ J l ! (?) i « . m HI;i li IV C O L O R A DO S T R E ET KEY C O N T R I B U T I NG C O M P A T I B LE I N T R U S I ON D I S T R I C T B O U N D A RY I l > < k i li i k i l i i r i it I g e d l i is m 2 HLC ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE | March 13, 2024Mexic-Arte Museum Display Ad 212 -- No Title The Austin American (1914-1973); Jul 19, 1936; ProQuest Historical Newspapers: The Austin American Statesman pg. I3 Reproduced with permission of the copyright owner. Further reproduction prohibited without permission. 3 HLC ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE | March 13, 2024Mexic-Arte Museum Mexic-Arte Museum • Founded in 1984 by Austin artists Sylvia Orozco, Sam Coronado, and Pio Pulido, the museum is dedicated to the presentation and promotion of Mexican, Latino, and Latin American art and culture. • Designated by the 78th legislature as the Official Mex- ican and Mexican American Fine Art Museum of Texas, Mexic-Arte began its exhibition schedule with the Day of the Dead Festival in 1984. • The museum moved to its current location on Congress Avenue in 1988. Since then, it has built upon a diverse se- ries of programs and presentations to introduce the best of the emerging artists of the U.S., Mexico, and Latin America to the art scene in Austin. • The museum maintains a permanent collection and archive of collected works for use in changing exhibits. Over 75,000 visitors come to the museum each year. Educational pro- gramming for school children is provided at the site. • Mission Statement The Mexic-Arte Museum is dedicated to enriching the community through education programs, exhibitions, and the collection, preservation, …
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COMMUNITY TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING Wednesday – March 13th, 2024 – 6:30PM Austin City Hall – Boards and Commission Room– Room 1101 Some members of the BOARD/COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, email Dan Martinez at dan.martinez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Nehemiah Pitts III, Chair Keith Pena-Villa Cristina Garza Gabriel Nwajiaku Amarige Azzam AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Steven Apodaca, Vice Chair Carina Alderete Thomas Rice Maxine Eiland Sumit DasGupta The first ten speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Community Technology and Telecommunications Commission Regular meeting on December 13th, 2023. 2. Approve the minutes of the Community Technology and Telecommunications Commission Regular meeting on January 11th, 2023. STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. TARA Office briefing on the Request for Proposals for Community Technology Access Lab Management Services (Jesse Rodriguez – Program Manager, Telecommunications and Regulatory Affairs Division of the Financial Services Department, City of Austin) DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. “You’re Being Watched – AI & Surveillance in Public Places” Presentation (Sharon Strover – Director, Technology & Information Policy Institute, Phillip G. Warner Regents Professor of Communication, Moody College of Communications, University of Texas at Austin) 5. FY 24-29 Consolidated Plan Community Needs Assessment Presentation & Discussion (Chris Duran, Senior Research Analyst; Julie Smith Community Engagement Specialist) 6. Discussion Over Possible Follow Up Actions Regarding the Texas Digital Opportunity Plan Comment Period 7. Digital Inclusion Town Hall – University Hills (2/17/2024) Report out and discussion over possible follow up action. 8. Austin Community College Digital Inclusion Town Hall for Veterans & Military Families (3/23/24) Planning Discussion DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 9. Finalize language for and approve FY25 budget recommendations 10. Discussion over the Grant for Technology Opportunities Program and the appointment of the Ex Officio Chair role FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the …
3. REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON AGING MARCH 13TH, 2024 AT NOON CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS, 78701 Some members of the BOARD/COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in‐person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in‐person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Halana Kaleel, 512‐972‐5019, Halana.Kaleel@austintexas.gov. CURRENT MEMBERS: Richard Bondi, Chair Gretchen Flatau, Vice‐Chair Mariana Gonzalez Austin Adams Jacqueline Angel Emily De Maria Nicola Preston Tyree Henry Van de Putte Vacancy since March 2024‐AAA Vacancy since January 2024‐District 1 Vacancy since May 2023‐District 6 Martin Kareithi Fred Lugo Gloria Lugo Teresa Ferguson AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. STAFF BRIEFINGS/ANNOUNCEMENTS 2. Approve the minutes of the February 14th, 2024 Regular Commission on Aging Meeting. Staff Briefing regarding Age‐Friendly Austin Update, Nicole Howe, Age Friendly Program Coordinator, Austin Public Health. Staff Briefing of the Age‐Friendly Austin Community Feedback Survey After Action Report, Halana Kaleel, Public Health Community Engagement Specialist, Austin Public Health. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Discussion on updating the goals, strategies, and metrics of the Age Friendly Austin Action Plan. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Discussion and approval of the Commission on Aging FY24 Budget Recommendations including Outreach Funding for Emergency Preparedness, GO Repair Additional Funding, Temporary Space at Gus Garcia Recreation Center, Increased Funding for Emergency Housing and Utility Assistance, Additional Immunizations Funding, Leading Pedestrian Interval and Audio Pedestrian Signals, Equity Office, PARD Initiatives, and Budget Tracking. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 6. Update from the Age Friendly Domains 4‐6 Working Group on Older Americans Month at Conley‐Guerrero Senior Activity Center, Saturday, May 4th and alignment with emergency preparedness efforts. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Halana Kaleel at Austin Public Health, at 512‐972‐5019, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information …
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Commission on Aging Recommendation Number: (20240313‐XXX): Additional Immunization Funding WHEREAS, persons aged 65 and older represent the fastest‐growing age group in Austin, expanding from 55,695 (7.0% of 2010 population) to 91,733 (9.5% of 2020 population), and growing at a rate of 64.7%; and WHEREAS, Austin Public Health Immunizations Unit aims to provide a vaccine safety net for vulnerable Travis County Residents; and WHEREAS, Adults ‐ in particular older adults, as noted the fastest growing age group in Austin, with the Asian older population exhibiting the fastest growth‐‐have limited options for free and low‐cost vaccinations in Austin/Travis County; and WHEREAS, the Adult Safety Net (ASN) program removed the shingles vaccine (Shingrix) in September of 2021 due to lack of funds; and WHEREAS, the ASN program removed the pneumococcal pneumonia vaccine (PCV20) in August of 2023 due to lack of funds; and WHEREAS, both of these vaccines are primarily recommended for older adults, with Shingrix being recommended for adults over 50 only; and WHEREAS, the APH Immunizations Unit purchased and administered over 900 shingles vaccines at a cost of approximately $180,000 including 300 shingles vaccines purchased so far in FY24 at a cost of $59,360; and WHEREAS, since August 2023 the APH Immunizations Unit purchased and administered over 170 doses of pneumococcal vaccine for a total of $44,465; and WHEREAS, the above purchases of these two vaccines have all been administered, the APH Immunizations Unit no longer has quantities available as a safety net for vulnerable residents; and WHEREAS, after the above dosages were administered, there’s an additional estimated unmet need of 3,500 Shingrix doses annually, representing 1,750 clients annually (Shingrix is a two‐dose series); and WHEREAS, after the above dosages were administered, there’s an additional estimated unmet need of 2,200 Pneumococcal vaccine doses annual, representing 2,200 clients annually; and WHEREAS, pricing for Shingrix vaccine is $1,862.19 for 10 doses as of 3/4/24; and WHEREAS, pricing for the PCV20 vaccine is $2,437.18 for 10 doses as of 3/4/24. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Commission on Aging encourages the Austin City Council to earmark and allocate $308,500 for the purchase of 1,000 additional Shringrix shingles (at two doses per person) and 500 additional PCV20 vaccines to help support at risk older adults in the Austin area. Date of Approval: _____________________________ Record of the vote: () Attest: _____________________________________________ (Staff or board member can sign)
