Austin Poet Laureate Program Position Background • Austin Public Library (APL) launched the Austin Poet Laureate program in October 2024 and will name the first Austin Poet Laureate in April 2025. The appointed Austin Poet Laureate will serve a two-year term, 2025 – 2027. • The inaugural Austin Poet Laureate will be an official ambassador of the City’s literary arts, connecting our community through the art of poetry. Poet Laureate Committee Members Poet Laureate committee has combined knowledge of creative writing, public programs and City of Austin: • Sarah Renee Beach, Program Director of Writers’ League of Texas and poet • KB Brookins, Austin author and poet • Maria-Elena Cigarroa, APL Adult Services Librarian • Marianne DeLeon, CEO of Texas Book Festival • Patti Fowler, Chair (former) and APL Interim Assistant Director • Kezia Frayjo, Library Commission • Mike Henry, Austin poet and consultant • Sylnovia Holt-Rabb, Director of City of Austin Economic Development Department • Bret Johnston, Director of the Michener Center for Writers and author • Katherine Lamb, Programs Manager at The Library Foundation • Becka Oliver, Executive Director of Writers’ League of Texas • Leah Oswald, APL Adult Services Librarian • Jacqueline Rangel, The Library Foundation board and creator of Read Write Austin • Allison Steger, Chair (current) and Interim APL Division Manager • Celina Zisman, Austin Arts Commission The goal of the Poet Laureate program is to: Promote poetry, literacy, and the literary arts in the Austin community; Program Goals to the wider community; Build awareness and appreciation of poetry and make it accessible Celebrate poetry and the power of the written and spoken word while honoring the cultural diversity of our community; Advance poetry as a means of understanding and communicating Austin history and culture; Program Goals The goal of the Poet Laureate program is to: Establish an ambassador to advance APL’s mission to discover, learn, and create through poetry; Enable the Poet Laureate to serve as a mentor to poets in the community; and Create a vibrant platform for local poets to engage diverse voices and inspire literacy engagement through creative expression. Review Process A newly appointed Poet Laureate committee will select the Poet Laureate through an open-call process after reviewing all applications. A public call for applications will be launched on October 1, 2024. Applications will be received through November 30, 2024. The …
L A U R A E S P A R Z A E X E C U T I V E D I R E C T O R W H AT I S A 3 ? - A non-profit Local Arts Agency devoted to sustaining Austin’s arts ecosystem. - Raising funds for artists, musicians, performers and arts contractors who make art accessible to the people of Austin for free - A catalyst for community change in collaboration with partners who are committed to the value of the arts and work to sustain its arts ecosystem. WHAT IS A LOCAL ARTS AGENCY? • The nation’s 4,500 Local Arts Agencies (LAAs) promote, support, and develop the arts at the local level ensuring a vital presence for the arts throughout America’s communities. LAAs are diverse in their makeup—they have many different names and embrace a spectrum of artistic disciplines. But each LAA, in its own way, works to sustain the health and vitality of the arts and artists locally, while also striving to make the arts accessible to all members of a community. • The Cultural Arts Division is a Local Arts Agency but cities can have more than one thus diversifying the funding pool. • A Business Council for the Arts is another piece of civic infrastructure that Austin is lacking. WHY SUPPORT THE ARTS? • Arts strengthen the economy. In Texas, $59.3 billion industry supporting 383,066 jobs. • Arts drive revenue to local businesses at an average of $38.46 per person. • Arts unify communities: 72% of Americans said it provided a shared experience • Arts are tourism drivers with 70% agreeing “the arts improve the image of my community.” • Arts strengthen mental health, wellbeing and improves healthcare in hospitals. • The arts provide a sense of connection to family, loved ones and the community leading to greater civic engagement. WHO IS A3? PA S T • The Texas Fine Arts Association started in 1911 at the Elisabet Ney Museum. • In 1950 it fundraised for Laguna Gloria Museum with an Arts and Crafts Festival. • In 1956 they renamed their festival FIESTA. • In 1989 the organization became Art Alliance Austin and produced Art City Austin until 2019. • Dormant in 2020 due to COVID-19 pandemic. P R E S E N T • Board Chair Eric Hiduke, Attorney-at-Law • David Goujon, Architect • Jade Walker, Curator • …
ARTS COMMISSION Zilker Point Presentation November 18, 2024 SCULPTURE LOCATION Selection Panel Alexandria Anderson, Chief Operating Officer, Raaisin in the Sun Tim Horan, Zilker Point Owner, LLC Joe Llamas, Zilker Point Owner, LLC Paloma Mayorga, artist, independent curator Sara Vanderbeek, artist, consultant; Founder, Executive Director and Curator, DORF Aaron Vollmer, Architect, Runa Workshop China Whitby, Art Program Manager, University Health Jessica Bell’s proposal for W.A.B.O. W.A.B.O. fabrication photos W.A.B.O. installation photos Title: W.A.B.O. Artist: Jessica Bell Year: 2024 Medium: Powder-coated steel & acrylic Dims: 15 x 8 x 8 feet Title: W.A.B.O. Artist: Jessica Bell Year: 2024 Medium: Powder-coated steel & acrylic Dims: 15 x 8 x 8 feet @saravanderbeek www.saravanderbeek.com @dorfworld www.dorfworld.org
HOTEL OCCUPANCY TAX UPDATE NOVEMBER 18, 2024 C I TY O F A U S T I N E C O N OM I C D E VE L O P M E N T 1 Hotel Occupancy Tax – October 2024 o Total HOT Collections October 2024 = $25,578,156 o 15% of FY25 Approved Budget of $169,901,585 o Cultural Arts Fund October 2024 = $2,437,899 HOT Cultural Arts Fund - FY25 Approved Budget for FY25: $16,217,879 FY25 HOT Cultural Arts Fund to date: $2,437,899 HOT Collections (FY22-FY24) $15.65M $15.57M $12.87M Questions
Cultural Arts Funding Update Economic Development Department November 18, 2024 C I T Y O F A U S T I N Agenda 1. Contracts & Payments 2. Grant Funded Activities C I T Y O F A U S T I N Contracts & Payments Contracts & Payments (As of 11/18/24) FY23 Elevate FY23 Nexus (Fall/Winter) FY24 Nexus (Spring/ Summer) FY23-24 Thrive (Year 1) FY23-24 Thrive (Year 2) Arts Ed Relief Total Contracts Signed & Processed Contracts Test payments issued & verified Payment 1 Issued Payment 2 Issued Payment 3 Issued 199 199 (100%) 199 (100%) 199 (100%) 190 (95%) 106 (53%) 51 51 (100%) 51 (100%) 51 (100%) 47 (92%) n/a 51 51 (100%) 51 (100%) 50 (98%) 4 (8%) n/a 36 36 (100%) 36 (100%) 36 (100%) 36 (100%) n/a See year 1 N/A N/A 35 (97%) 1 (3%) n/a 19 19 (100%) 19 (100%) 19 (100%) 18 (95%) n/a Total Dist. to date Total Allocation $5,811,750 (93%) $6,250,000 $253,000 (99%) $255,000 $227,000 (89%) $255,000 $3,901,500 (100%) $3,353,500 (86%) $470,000 (99%) $3,901,500 $3,901,500 $475,000 *Each grant has a different reporting deadline. Final Payments are issued upon successful close out of Final Report. C I T Y O F A U S T I N Grant Funded Activities FY23-FY24 Thrive Grantee Activities Las Calaveras de Republic Square • November 2 – 24 • Mexic-Arte Museum – Republic Square (Dist 9) The Austin Powwow • November 23 • Great Promise for American Indians – Travis County Expo Center (Dist 9) Imagine Art Studio • Through December 31 • Imagine Art – Imagine Art Studio (Dist 3) Café, Cultura, y Amistad • Every Saturday • Puerto Rican Cultural Center – Puerto Rican Cultural Center (Dist 3) C I T Y O F A U S T I N FY23 Elevate Grantee Activities I Scream Social • November 22 • Host Publications – Alienated Majesty Books (Dist 10) Hecha de Oro • November 22 – 24 • Oro Dance Company – Trinity Street Playhouse (Dist 1) Root Beerthoven Featuring Invoke • November 22 – 24 • Beerthoven – Westview on Lake Austin Neighborhood backyard concert (MSA) Latinfest From Flores Market • December 14 – 15 • Flores Market – Canopy (Dist 1) Lux! – A Celebration of Light • December 14 – 15 • SoCo Women’s Chorus – First Austin(Dist 3) C I T Y O F A U S T …
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL TO COMPLETE THE DOUGHERTY ARTS CENTER REPLACEMENT PROJECT Draft for commission consideration WHEREAS, the Dougherty Arts Center has been a cornerstone of Austin’s cultural landscape for over 45 years as well as an economic driver for Austin’s creative economy, WHEREAS, the Dougherty Arts Center advertises programs to tourists and provides evergreen programming to all who enter during the Dougherty’s open hours, WHEREAS, the Dougherty Arts Center provides invaluable programs through its arts school, theater and gallery spaces, enhancing Austin’s image as an attractive destination for local families, out of town visitors and relocating workers, WHEREAS, the existing building is undeniably unsafe due to the presence of asbestos and other infrastructure issues making the need for a new building both urgent and non-negotiable, WHEREAS, the replacement project was initiated with a two-year community engagement process which enjoyed enthusiastic participation from artists, PARD staff, non-profit organizations and neighbors at a cost of $1million, WHEREAS, City Council passed Resolution 20221208-068 directed the City Manager to complete the Dougherty Arts Center without a reduction in size or scope WHEREAS, Austin Parks and Recreation Director provided a presentation to a work session of City Council on March 19, 2024 suggesting that the project begin again with a new community engagement and a new design after $4.6 million was spent on the design of the new building which fully addressed the concerns and needs of the Dougherty’s constituents, WHEREAS, Studio 8 completed construction documents after 10 years of planning, design and engagement and is ready to amend the design to eliminate the costly underground parking garage, NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF AUSTIN ARTS COMMISSION: that City Council formally commit to completing the Dougherty Arts Center without a reduction in size and scope as stated in Council Resolution 20221208-068 with a complete arts center made up of theaters, galleries and art schools as designed by Studio 8, and that the necessary funds required to complete the Dougherty be included in the 2026 bond.
Artist: Rehab El Sadek Title of Artwork: 1938+ AIPP Project Manager: Lindsay Hutchens 1 Artist Narrative My goal for 1938+ is to create a durable, low-maintenance work of art that honors the history of the site and the mission of the first responders that serve Downtown Austin past, present, and future. The building that currently houses AFD Station #1 and ATC-EMS Station #6 was constructed in 1938 at 501 E. 5th Street. It was built to replace the original Central Fire Station #1 built in 1885 at 114 W. Colorado Street. Throughout the years, the station’s architecture has drawn national attention in fire department trade magazines for its modern, art deco style—one of the few examples of the Moderne/Streamline Moderne style in Austin. Until recently, it also served as the Austin Fire Museum with relics dating back to the mid-1800’s. The building structure is currently being renovated and modernized. I have asked for several interior elements to be salvaged from the construction for the purpose of creating art. Given the important history of the site, my design proposes a wall-mounted sculpture in the lobby of the station fabricated primarily from the salvaged items, many of which date back to the original construction. An artwork in conversation with its surroundings and the echoes of the past. In my personal practice, I frequently create site-specific installations and sculptures using everyday objects. I see 1938+ as an extension of this practice and a tribute to our shared history. Project goals The goal of this AFD/ATC-EMS project is to design artwork that: Integrates with the site; or the interior or exterior architecture of the station. Reflects the mission "to create safer communities through prevention, preparedness, and effective emergency response." Relevance to AFD/ATC-EMS's role in how the station serves the community. To be physically and conceptually accessible to nearby residents, visitors, and station staff. Is easily maintained and vandal resistant; and contributes to the depth/breadth of the City of Austin's public art collection. 2 Ride-alongs and Engagement I began my engagement by learning about the AFD and ATC-EMS first responders who work at the station—their practice, routines, and relationship to the community. I accomplished this through 12 hours of ride-alongs and spending additional time at the station. Through this experience, I gained insight into the downtown community the station serve —many of whom are homeless. In observing how EMS staff in particular interact with at-risk …
PROCESS SUMMARY CITY OF AUSTIN ART IN PUBLIC PLACES Austin Convention Center Expansion Architecturally-Integrated Public Art Opportunity PROJECT SUMMARY The City of Austin Art in Public Places (AIPP) program of the Cultural Arts Division, Economic Development Department, seeks to commission 10 permanent architecturally-integrated public artworks for the Austin Convention Center (ACC) Expansion project. The artwork created for this opportunity will reflect the culture, the creativity, the vibe and the experience of Austin; convey the mission of the ACC to promote Austin as a premier destination in Austin; integrate seamlessly into the site, facility, building, finishes and/or infrastructure; and employ sustainable materials and processes in the creation of the artwork. Austin Convention Center Expansion Project After years of studies and planning, the City of Austin is redeveloping and expanding the existing Convention Center, to deliver a larger, more efficient facility on a smaller footprint that will be a more active event space in the heart of Downtown Austin. The expansion and redevelopment target is to nearly double the amount of rentable space. This will allow the Convention Center to remain competitive in the marketplace, while also delivering a community-friendly event space that will transform the southeast quadrant of downtown. Early in the design process, the Austin Convention Center Expansion Project Design Team identified the AIPP 2% appropriation as an opportunity to install public art as architectural finishes. This provides artists with the opportunity to create large-scale, highly visible art installations while saving money for the construction budget by replacing costly architectural finishes (possibly carpeting, flooring, wall treatments, lighting, etc.) with public art projects paid for out of the AIPP appropriation. Selection Process – Architecturally Integrated Artwork Opportunity Due to the accelerated schedule required by the sponsor project and the resulting need to get artists in place as soon as possible, a Limited Entry selection process was approved by the AIPP Panel (June 2024) and the Arts Commission (July 2024) to be used to select artists for this opportunity. Limited Entry Competition is one of the allowed selection processes defined in the AIPP Ordinance Guidelines. • If the use of the AIPP Ordinance Guideline’s Limited Entry Competition selection tool was not approved, the infrastructure-integrated opportunities for AIPP artists to embed public art into the building would evaporate, along with the education and experience opportunity for emerging artists to work collaboratively with technical experts. The architects would need to move ahead and take …
• Project: Corridor Segment B: Mary Moore Searight • Artist(s): Calder Kamin • Phase: Final Design Review • Sponsoring Department: CPO • Project Budget: $63,000 • Council District: 5 & 2 • Project Manager: Bryana Iglesias AIPP PANEL MEETING AGENDA ITEM #7 DATE:11/4/2024 Art in Public Places City of Austin Cultural Arts Division 5202 East Ben White Boulevard, Suite 400 Austin, TX 78741 512.974.7700 / aipp@austintexas.gov PROCESS SUMMARY Corridor Construction Program Slaughter Lane Art in Public Places Projects (2) Project Summary The Art in Public Places program seeks to commission works of art of redeeming quality that advance public understanding of visual art and enhance the aesthetic quality of public places through the selection of two (2) artists or artist teams who can innovatively and thoughtfully respond to the design within the context of the Slaughter Lane Construction project. Project Background Slaughter Lane serves as one of the City’s major horizontal throughways and is the southernmost roadway included in the Corridor Construction Program. Similar to its paralleled neighbor William Cannon Drive, Slaughter Lane has seen an explosive amount of development over the years. While some segments of Slaughter Lane have retained its rural roots, much of the roadway now hosts sprawling residential neighborhoods and bustling shopping centers. Historical Context This roadway is named after the nearby Slaughter Creek, which gets its namesake from pioneer Stephen F. Slaughter. One of the earliest white settlers in what is now Travis County, Mr. Slaughter had received a large grant of land in the south Austin area in 1835. Over the years, the land that contains Slaughter Lane has transformed with major residential and commercial development. But not too long ago, Slaughter Lane was still known to Austinites as a quieter part of town that felt more secluded from urban life than it does today. Native Austinite and Corridor Program Project Manager for Slaughter Lane Greg Weems recalls life along Slaughter in the 1980s, when he was in grade school: “Back then it was pretty common for a lot of kids to ride their bikes [along Slaughter Lane], so we grouped up and rode together. The biggest concern we had was crossing the train tracks—but there is an overpass there now…” Culture and Arts of Corridor Similar to William Cannon Drive, Slaughter Lane is regarded by many as a utilitarian roadway that lacks an obvious arts and culture scene. As growth along this corridor …
Lys Santamaria ***** “Entre Agua y Estrellas” (Within Water & Stars) Lithomosaic floor mural at the Joan Means Khabele Bathouse at Barton Springs AIPP Final Report, 2024 ________________________________________________________________________________ (1) Community Engagement Plan To maximize outreach, the artist actively connected with the community through various channels. The artist spent time on-site, talking with many visitors virtually and in person, gathering ideas and inspiration. Additionally, the artist organized a meeting with the Barton Springs Conservancy and other stakeholders to gather ideas and information. Time was also spent with two Indigenous elders who shared their insights, stories, and wisdom about Barton Springs. Future gatherings with community members are planned to contribute to the artwork. The Community Engagement Plan consisted of the following in person events: ● Fifteen in-person interviews with community members and site visitors at Barton Springs Pool - 7 visits total ● Virtual meeting with Barton Springs stakeholders including the Barton Springs Conservancy ● The artist attended a ceremony to honor Joan Means Khabele on Saturday, April 9, 2022. ● A visit to the Salamander conservation area at the Austin Nature Center with Scientist and salamander specialist, Nathan Bendik, from the Watershed Protection Department ● A tour of the Austin Nature and Science Center and an in-person meeting with Exhibits ● An in-person meeting at Barton Springs with Gary Perez, former custodian of the Native Coordinator, Julia Beros. American Church National Trust ● An in-person meeting with Daniel Llanes, Performer, Artist, Activist, Teacher & Healer ● Austin Polar Bear Plunge at Barton Springs - January 1, 2023 Additionally, an online survey was shared and received great feedback from our community. To gather responses to the survey, the artist strategically distributed flyers across diverse locations in Austin, ensuring widespread accessibility and participation. These locations included: ● Zilker Botanical Gardens ● The Zilker Nature Center ● Barton Springs Pool ● Austin Nature Center ● McBeth Recreation Center ● Twin Oaks Recreation Center ● South Austin Recreation Center ● Dougherty Art Center ● Umlauf Sculpture Garden ● Austin Central Library Survey Questions: ● Tell me about your favorite memory at Barton Springs. ● If you could choose one word to describe Barton Springs, what would that be and why? ● How would you describe Barton Springs to someone who had never been there before? ● What aspects of the park and/or pool do you find most enjoyable? ● Zip code (optional) Survey results: ● …
Burnet Road Corridor Level Up Design Works LLC “The Crowned Violet” AIPP Project The Crowned Violet Mockups An homage to the evolving generational dynamic within the Brentwood, Allandale and Crestview neighborhoods. The curved silhouette is a visual representation of an audio wave, the frequencies of the many stories told by community members kind enough to offer us their time and insight. Many of these stories conveyed a similar theme, how much their neighborhood has changed. The two halves of the sculpture, on each front-facing facade, emulate this change, that of the older and newer generations that call and have called these neighborhoods home. We are proposing this piece be 15 feet high by 5.7 feet wide. The sculpture would be built out of steel, adorned with glass, stone and porcelain tile. View of artwork facing north Side & Overhead Mockups Kinetic top that rotates with the wind sitting on a Type E Four Bolt flange bearing. Purple accent lighting powered through converter and thin solar panel Height 15’ Side View Width 5.7’ View of artwork facing south Overhead View (Old Top Design) Final Dimensions Orb Section 3’ Body Section 12’ Height 15’ Height 15’ Side View Width 5.7’ Overhead View (Old Top Design) Paint & Tile Combinations The color selection for our tinted clear coat and mosaic fields are inspired by the palette of the Violet Crown itself. We intend for the piece to celebrate and honor the wondrous sunset providing mutual colorful cover for all residents of Brentwood, Crestview and Allandale. Paint & Tile Combinations For the mosaic portion, we will use a combination of 1” x 1” squares of glass, porcelain and locally sourced stone. Through our four distinct color fields, we will emulate the imagery of a Central Texas sunset. Llanite Texas Plume Agate Texas Petrified Wood Modwall Porcelain Cavallini Glass Tile Club Glass Engineering & Foundation Notes Tsen Engineering Comments: “A cantilever system will be necessary to stabilize the artwork from wind load ” ARIAS contracted by Level Up Design Works LLC to provide geotechnical recommendations for structures not included in original boring report to COA Foundation proposed by Tsen Engineering Proposed Internal support cross-section to be confirmed by Tsen Engineering Structural Designs 15+ year old kinetic sculpture at The Domain by artist teaching Courtney Bee Peterson Burnet Triangle - Artwork Location Materials & Construction ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Metal: Stainless Steel …
Cultural Arts Funding Update Economic Development Department November 18, 2024 C I T Y O F A U S T I N Appeals Process • Approved at the June 29, 2022 Arts Commission meeting. • Eligible for Appeal: 1. Review Panelist or Staff Error 2. Conflict of interest • Link must be shown NOTE: "Even if an appeal is found to have merit, it may not change your score enough to reach funding. Successful appeals will only result in a funding award if the appeal raises your score to at least the minimum that received finding in the program." C I T Y O F A U S T I N Not Appealable • Subjective opinions • Assigned scores • Award amount • Issues of eligibility, guidelines, or policy NOTE: Dissatisfaction with the denial of an award or with the amount of the award is an insufficient reason for appeal. C I T Y O F A U S T I N Appeals Requests Appeal Form due by October 4, 2024 Arts Commission Appeals Working Group formed October 21, 2024 Recommendations voted on by Arts Commission Staff Review (October 7- 18, 2024) Appeals Working Group Meet & Makes Recommendations (November 14, 2024) • • 22 appeals submitted 4 Appeals eligible to move forward C I T Y O F A U S T I N Appeals Recommendations 4 eligible 3 appeals upheld 2 appeals resulted in high enough scores to receive funding • Candyce Rusk dba FATHOM ~ Of Women and Water • Groundwork Music Project C I T Y O F A U S T I N Scoring and Funding Considerations Higher score from Funding Considerations • Changing specific appealed • At a level commensurate with rubric item other similar grants • Dropping that Panelist’s scores • At a special level based on City priorities • At a reduced level based upon the current status of the activity • At an adjusted level based on funds available C I T Y O F A U S T I N Candyce Rusk dba FATHOM Groundwork Music Project Appeal Award Amounts • Score changed from 75.5 to 83.67 • Minimum Elevate for Individuals/Creative Businesses score to receive funding was 81 • Similar scoring Elevate for Individuals/Creative Businesses applicants (81 to 87.3) received a $15,000 award C I T Y O F A U S T I N • This was the …
REGULAR MEETING of the ARTS COMMISSION November 18, 2024, at 6:00 PM Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001. 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 The ARTS COMMISSION convened in a REGULAR meeting on 18, November 2024 at Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001. 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Commissioner Zisman called the ARTS COMMISSION Meeting to order at 6:06 p.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Celina Zisman, Gina Houston, Amy Mok, Nagavalli Medicharla Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Heidi Schmalbach, Keyheira Keys, Felipe Garza Board Members Absent: Acia Gray, Monica Maldonado, Faiza Kracheni CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Celina Zisman - Chair, Heidi Schmalbach - Vice Chair, Keyheira Keys, Monica Maldonado, Felipe Garza, Gina Houston, Acia Gray, Faiza Kracheni, Amy Mok, Nagavalli Medicharla AGENDA CALL TO ORDER APPROVAL OF MINUTES PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 1. Approve the minutes of the Arts Commission Regular Meeting on October 21, 2024. The minutes from the meeting of October 21, 2024 were approved on Commissioner Mok’s motion, Commissioner Schmalbach’s second on a 6-0 vote with Commissioner’s Gray, Maldonado, Kracheni, and Garza absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Discussion of Chair’s Report on Growth and Future Planning by Chair Zisman An update was given by Commissioner Zisman 3. Report of the Art in Public Places Liaison concerning actions taking during the November 4th meeting of the Art in Public Places Panel by Commissioner Maldonado No Update Given 4. Update on actions taken at the October 16th Downtown Commission meeting by Commissioner Mok An update was given by Commissioner Mok 5. Presentation by Laura Esparza from Friends of the Dougherty on the Dougherty Arts Center Plan The presentation was made by Laura Esparza and Lucky Lemieux from Friends of the Dougherty 6. Presentation by Allison Steger from Austin Public Library on the Austin Poet Laurate Program The presentation was made by Allison Steger from Austin Public Library 7. Presentation by Laura Esparza on the Introduction to A3 (Art Alliance Austin) The presentation was made by Laura Esparza from A3 8. Presentation by Sara Vanderbeek, art consultant for Zilker Point (218 South Lamar Blvd Planned Unit Development [PUD]) The presentation was made by Sara Vanderbeek STAFF BRIEFINGS Cultural Arts Division Manager No update given 10. Staff briefing on the Cultural Arts Funding Programs by Jesús Pantel, Cultural Funding Supervisor The presentation was made by Jesús Pantel, Cultural Funding Supervisor DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 11. Discussion and possible action on …
ARTS COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Recommendation Number: (20241114-011): RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL TO COMPLETE THE DOUGHERTY ARTS CENTER REPLACEMENT PROJECT WHEREAS, the Dougherty Arts Center has been a cornerstone of Austin’s cultural landscape for over 45 years as well as an economic driver for Austin’s creative economy, WHEREAS, the Dougherty Arts Center advertises programs to tourists and provides evergreen programming to all who enter during the Dougherty’s open hours, WHEREAS, the Dougherty Arts Center provides invaluable programs through its arts school, theater and gallery spaces, enhancing Austin’s image as an attractive destination for local families, out of town visitors and relocating workers, WHEREAS, the existing building is undeniably unsafe due to the presence of asbestos and other infrastructure issues making the need for a new building both urgent and non-negotiable, WHEREAS, the replacement project was initiated with a two-year community engagement process which enjoyed enthusiastic participation from artists, PARD staff, non-profit organizations and neighbors at a cost of $1million, WHEREAS, City Council passed Resolution 20221208-068 directed the City Manager to complete the Dougherty Arts Center without a reduction in size or scope WHEREAS, Austin Parks and Recreation Director provided a presentation to a work session of City Council on March 19, 2024 suggesting that the project begin again with a new community engagement and a new design after $4.6 million was spent on the design of the new building which fully addressed the concerns and needs of the Dougherty’s constituents, WHEREAS, Studio 8 completed construction documents after 10 years of planning, design and engagement and is ready to amend the design to eliminate the costly underground parking garage, WHEREAS, the Dougherty Arts Center, built in 1947 and dedicated to the City in 1978, a jewel in our cultural landscape, is in dire danger of catastrophic structural failure; WHEREAS, every day that the project to replace the Dougherty Arts Center is delayed, citizens of Austin lose critical access to affordable arts programming and community resources provided by a cornerstone institution of Austin’s cultural landscape; WHEREAS, inflation and rising construction costs further exacerbate the financial burden of delay, and the project loses money daily due to escalating costs; WHEREAS in the past seven years, during which there were 2,555 operational days, the DAC experienced 3,856 days of operational impact caused by the building's deteriorating condition, meaning that interruptions or program disruptions occurred more than once per day on average; WHEREAS, the Dougherty Arts Center serves …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD CONTRACTS AND CONCESSIONS COMMITTEE NOVEMBER 15, 2024 – 12:00 PM CITY HALL BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS, ROOM 1101 301 W 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 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, call or email Tim Dombeck, (512) 974-6716, tim.dombeck@austintexas.gov. Kim Taylor (D-8) Holly Reed (D-10) CURRENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Lane Becker (Mayor), Chair Pedro Villalobos (D-2) Nicole Merritt (D-3) CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA The first ten speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Parks and Recreation Board Contracts and Concessions Committee on September 20, 2023. STAFF BRIEFINGS Staff briefing on the monthly Parks and Recreation Department contract report summarizing new and ongoing contract development that requires City Council approval and/or committee and board recommendations. (PARD Long Range Strategies: Relief from Urban Life, Park Access for All). Presenter(s): Denisha Cox, Contract Management Supervisor II, Parks and Recreation Department. Page 1 of 2 1. 2. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. 4. Presentation, discussion and refer to the Parks and Recreation Board a recommendation to approve the Parks and Recreation Board 2024 Annual Concession Report. (Sponsors: Becker, Villalobos) (PARD Long Range Strategies: Relief from Urban Life, Operational Efficiency, Park Access for All). Presenter(s): Karen Charles, Contract Management Specialist III; Denisha Cox, Contract Management Supervisor II, Parks and Recreation Department. Discussion and approval of setting the Parks and Recreation Board Contracts and Concessions Committee 2025 regular meeting schedule. (Sponsors: Becker, Villalobos) 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 Tim Dombeck at Parks and Recreation Department, at (512) 974-6716 tim.dombeck@austintexas.gov, for …
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD CONTRACTS AND CONCESSIONS COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD CONTRACTS AND CONCESSIONS COMMITTEE SPECIAL CALLED MEETING MINUTES FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 The PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD CONTRACTS AND CONCESSIONS COMMITTEE convened in a SPECIAL CALLED meeting on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2024, at 1183 CHESTNUT AVE in Austin, TX. Chair Becker called the PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD CONTRACTS AND CONCESSIONS COMMITTEE Meeting to order at 12:02 p.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Lane Becker. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Nicole Merritt, Holly Reed (joined at 12:08 p.m.), Pedro Villalobos. Board Members Absent: Kim Taylor. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Parks and Recreation Board Contracts and Concessions Committee on January 19, 2024. The minutes from the regular meeting of January 19, 2024, were approved on Chair Becker’s motion, Board Member Villalobos’ second, on a 3-0 vote. Board Member Reed off dais. Board Member Taylor absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS Staff briefing on the monthly Parks and Recreation Department contract report summarizing new and ongoing contract development that requires City Council approval and/or committee and board recommendations Denisha Cox, Contracts Management Supervisor II, Parks and Recreation Department gave a briefing and answered clarifying questions on the reasoning for the extensions, whether the extension will come back to the Parks Board. 2. 1 PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD CONTRACTS AND CONCESSIONS COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 No action was taken on this item. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Presentation, discussion and refer to the Parks and Recreation Board a recommendation to Austin City Council to approve the inter local agreement between AISD and the City of Austin to provide culture and language revitalization programs. Michelle Rojas, Culture and Arts Education Manager, Parks and Recreation Department gave a presentation and answered questions on the reasoning for a one- year contract with five one-year extensions, the points of negotiation, and the impact to PARD budget. The motion to recommend to Austin City Council to approve the inter local agreement between AISD and the City of Austin to provide culture and language revitalization programs was approved on Board Member Villalobos’ motion, Board Member Reed’s second on a 4-0 vote. Board Member Taylor absent. FUTURE AGENDA ITEM None. Acting Chair Villalobos adjourned the meeting at 12:28 p.m. without objection. These minutes were approved at DATE Parks and Recreation Board Contracts and Concessions Committee meeting on …
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD CONTRACTS AND CONCESSIONS COMMITTEE 2025 MEETING SCHEDULE (3rd Friday every two months beginning in January at 12:00 p.m.) January 17, 2025 March 21, 2025 May 16, 2025 July 18, 2025 September 19, 2025 November 21, 2025
Parks and Recreation Department Contracts Under Development Concessions and Contracts Committee Nov-24 Contract/Project Contract Type Phase NCP S / NS CCC PARB Council Notes Watercraft Concession at Barton Creek Recreation Management System Software Interlocal Agreement with AISD/S.A.F.E. (Swimming and Fitness Education) Swim Concession P/D N TBD TBD TBD Services P/D NCP Feb-25 Feb-25 Mar-25 Interlocal P/D NCP NS Jan-25 Jan-25 Feb-25 S S Interlocal Agreement with AISD/ Go Project Interlocal P/D NA NS TBD TBD TBD PARD is awaiting further direction from Central Procurement and Real Estate Services regarding next steps in the procurement process. In the meantime, a contract extension for one-year with a one-year option was offered to the concessionaire to avoid a break in services. The new solicitation was released on September 16, 2024 and closed October 31, 2024. Eight responses were received. Those deemed responsive will be evaluated. Project SAFE is an aquatic safety education and swim training program provided to the Austin Independent School District by the City of Austin’s Aquatic Division. Each spring, students are invited to their nearby City of Austin-operated aquatic facility for a two-week long learn-to-swim session. Each day, participants will get an opportunity to engage in curriculums approved by the internationally recognized Starfish Aquatics Institute. It is the City's hope that participation in the program leads to greater water safety practices among the participants. At the conclusion of the program, registration information will be provided for students to continue their learning by participating in additional City of Austin Parks and Recreation programs. The City and AISD entered into an agreement in 2005 relating to an educational program known as the GO PROJECT that is a community-based transition program for students with disabilities who are 18-22 years of age and that enables students to move beyond the high school setting and finish their education in a college or work environment. The City provides facilities for AISD's use in providing such classes to the identified students and is interested in continuing to do this. As the current agreement in almost 20 years old, the City wants to revisit and refresh the agreement to better meet all needs. Interlocal ACC Welding Program Partnership Interlocal P/D NA NS TBD TBD TBD Creating a partnership with Austin Community College’s (ACC) welding program. This program will allow students to gain firsthand experience working with historical iron fencing dating back to the 19th century. LEGEND 11/13/2024 Contract/Project …
2024 ANNUAL CONCESSION REPORT Presented by Karen Charles and Denisha Cox Contracts and Concession Committee Meeting November 15, 2024 AUSTIN CITY CODE Austin City Code § 8-1-73 requires that on or before January 31st of each year, the director shall deliver a report to the Parks and Recreation Board and the Environmental Commission on the concessions granted under this division. The annual report, prepared under this section, shall include: • The name of each concession operating in Town Lake • An income and expenditure statement for each • The total number of watercrafts rented in Town Lake Metropolitan Park; concession; Metropolitan Park; and by a concession. • A statement describing any problems caused or created 2 Concessions Austin Rowing Club at Waller Creek Boathouse Butler Pitch and Putt EpicSUP Expedition School Lone Star Riverboat Cruises Rowing Dock Texas Rowing Center Zilker Café (temporarily closed) Zilker Eagle Railroad Zilker Park Boat Rentals 3 3 Contract Terms 4 FY24 Gross Sales, Expenditures, and Payments to the City s n o i l l i M $3.5 $3.0 $2.5 $2.0 $1.5 $1.0 $0.5 $0.0 Butler Pitch and Putt (Pecan Grove Golf Partners) EpicSUP Expedition School Lone Star Riverboats Rowing Dock Texas Rowing Center Gross Sales Reported Expenditures Payments $3,167,723 $1,087,331 $255,218 $346,788 $213,122 $42,302 $28,877 $12,986 $2,712 $1,111,905 $1,098,532 $91,995 $1,696,571 $1,226,323 $175,953 $2,453,441 $2,102,044 $359,170 Austin Rowing Club at Waller Creek Boathouse $3,387,564 $3,064,653 $12,000 Zilker Eagle $315,563 $268,229 $- Zilker Park Boat Rentals $976,444 $645,066 $92,985 5 $18,000,000 $16,000,000 $14,000,000 $12,000,000 $10,000,000 $8,000,000 $6,000,000 $4,000,000 $2,000,000 $- Annual Gross Sales Since 2020 Total Gross Sales FY20 $6,722,615 FY21 $12,380,735 FY22 $15,994,081 FY23 $13,554,936 FY24 $13,482,808 6 6 Capital Improvements Butler Pitch and Putt – $93,894 • New well water pump • Seasonal tree maintenance • Sod/Turfgrass installation • Updates to the putting green drainage system • Metal roof installation over outdoor trellis structures Rowing Dock – $6,676 • Ground Improvements 7 Concessions Outside of Lady Bird Lake Permit Type Term Permits Issued Cost / Permit Revenue Commercial Use – Food or Other Specific Park Use Commercial Use – Fitness Trainers Commercial Use – Performing Artists Golf Concessions (4 golf courses) TOTAL REVENUE COLLECTED Six month Single day Six month Single day N/A 22 (7,120 attendees total) 62 29 N/A $500-$1500 $50 $50/trainer $20/sound $0.45/attendee $10 N/A $22,825 $4,434 $280 $497,829 $525,368 8 Parks and Recreation Board Recommendations Environmental Impact In new …
Contents 4 4 6 7 8 11 13 14 Executive Summary ............................................................................................................................................................. 1 Concession Locations ........................................................................................................................................................... 2 Concession Contracts ........................................................................................................................................................... 4 Contract Terms Solicitations and New Contracts Rowing Dock ....................................................................................................................................................................... 4 Zilker Café ........................................................................................................................................................................... 5 Contract Extensions Rowing Dock ....................................................................................................................................................................... 6 Austin Rowing Club at Waller Creek Boathouse ................................................................................................................ 6 EpicSUP/The Trail Conservancy .......................................................................................................................................... 7 Rowing Dock ....................................................................................................................................................................... 7 Zilker Park Boat Rentals...................................................................................................................................................... 8 Zilker Eagle ......................................................................................................................................................................... 8 Concession Sales, Payments, and Expenditures ................................................................................................................. 10 Expiring Contracts Other Contract Changes Revenue Share Payments Capital Improvements Public Benefit Butler Pitch and Putt ........................................................................................................................................................ 14 Rowing Dock ..................................................................................................................................................................... 14 Austin Rowing Club .......................................................................................................................................................... 15 Butler Pitch and Putt ........................................................................................................................................................ 15 EpicSUP............................................................................................................................................................................. 15 Expedition School ............................................................................................................................................................. 15 Lone Star Riverboat .......................................................................................................................................................... 16 Rowing Dock ..................................................................................................................................................................... 16 Texas Rowing Center ........................................................................................................................................................ 16 Zilker Park Boat Rentals.................................................................................................................................................... 17 Zilker Eagle ....................................................................................................................................................................... 17 i Concessions Outside of Town Lake Park ............................................................................................................................ 18 Parks and Recreation Board Recommendations ................................................................................................................ 19 Environmental Commission Recommendations ................................................................................................................. 19 Short-Term Permits Concessions at Golf Courses Toxic Algae and Extreme Heat Transportation Shuttles Public Benefit Watercraft Census New Concessions Carrying Capacity Zilker Eagle Update Appendix 1. Temporary Concessions and Commercial Use Report FY24 ............................................................................ 24 Temporary Concession Permits and Commercial Use Revenue for Temporary Concessions and Commercial Use Summary of Revenue for Temporary Concessions Temporary Concession Permits – Six Month and Single Day Targeted Concessions Commercial Use – Fitness Instructors and Instructor-Led Classes Performing Artists – Balloon Artist and Face Painting Appendix 2. Austin Lake Water Protection Plan and Marine Waste Information ............................................................... 27 18 18 20 20 20 20 23 23 23 24 24 24 25 25 26 26 ii Executive Summary The mission of the Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) is to inspire Austin to learn, play, protect and connect by creating diverse programs and experiences in sustainable natural spaces and public places. In carrying out its mission, PARD has established nine permanent concessions in Town Lake Park that provide recreation services. These services include rentals of canoes, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards (SUPs); rowing instruction and memberships; food and beverage sales; short-course golf; excursion boats; and a mini train. The concessions were established pursuant to City of Austin Code Section 8-1-71, which authorizes the director of the Parks and Recreation Department to allow a person to operate a food or beverage, rental, or service concession in Town Lake Park. Additionally, Section 8-1-73 requires that on or before January 31st of …
Austin Water Lake Water Protection Program Contact: Chuck Deatherage, Supervisor, Water Protection Program, 512.972.1076, Charles.Deatherage@austintexas.gov CITY REQUIREMENTS Austin Water requires excursion boats to comply with all state and federal laws. Currently, only three excursion boats with marine sanitation devices have been permitted for use on Lady Bird Lake: Lone Star, Lone Star Riverboat (PARD Town Lake concession) • • MV Nighthawk, Capital Cruises • MV Pride and Joy, Capital Cruises City ordinance (Chapter 6-5, Article 3, Division 2) governs watercraft with marine sanitation devices. Austin Water’s Lake Water Protection Program oversees compliance by requiring each excursion boat with an on-board toilet (marine sanitation device) and each boat pump-out facility used for removing sewage from any boat or watercraft to obtain annual permits. In each case, the owner or operator must apply for a permit and follow permit display requirements. • • Excursion Boat with Marine Sanitation Device Permit Application Boat Pump-Out Facility Permit Application The ordinance authorizes the director of Austin Water to “inspect any boat, shore facility or boat pump-out facility at any reasonable time to determine compliance” with city code. Per this ordinance, Austin Water inspects each boat annually and checks for compliance with pump-out regulations. Failure to comply with any part of these rules may result in enforcement action, including fines of up to $2,000 per violation per day. Annual permit applications include the date of the most recent inspection, whether the applicant passed the inspection, and information about the waste removal method and provider. STATE REQUIREMENTS All boats and boat pump-out facilities must additionally comply with State of Texas Clean Water Certification Program requirements, whether or not the requirement to obtain a permit applies. In addition, owners and operators of all boats, marinas and shore facilities must meet other requirements related to boat sewage and sanitation facilities, including those addressing design, installation, operation, discharge prohibitions, record-keeping and waste documentation. Austin Lake Water Protection Plan and Marine Waste information FY 2019 I certify that the information provided on this application is true and correct: Owner or Operator Print Name Owner or Operator Signature Date Office Use Only Application Info: Inspection Info: Received Date Application Complete? □ Yes □ No Inspection Passed? □ Yes □ No Date Inspector Initials If inspection failed, describe all violations noted and required corrective actions below: Permit Number Decal Number Permit Issued Date Permit Expiration Date Permit Info: Please forward the report to: …
1. REGULAR CALLED MEETING of the DOWNTOWN AUSTIN COMMUNITY COURT ADVISORY BOARD NOVEMBER 15, 2024 AT 8:00AM ONE TEXAS CENTER, STE 125, TRAINING ROOM 505 BARTON SPRINGS RD AUSTIN, TEXAS 78704 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 Edna Staniszewski at edna.staniszewski@austintexas.gov or at (512) 974-1260. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Lea Downey Gallatin, Chair Kergin Bedell Mikaela Frissell Kate Garza Nicole Golden Dr. Anu Kapadia, Vice-Chair Tracy Shawn Faye Mills Roy Woody Katy Jo Muncie AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 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 including individuals that wish to share first-hand accounts regarding their experiences being served through Austin’s homelessness system . APPROVAL OF MINUTES the minutes of Approve ADVISORY BOARD REGULAR CALLED MEETING on SEPTEMBER 20, 2024. the DOWNTOWN AUSTIN COMMUNITY COURT DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. Downtown Austin Community Court Annual Report update and discussion on Fiscal Year 2024 accomplishments – Robert Kingham, Court Administrator, DACC Briefing and discussion regarding Data Maximization and implementation of new Homeless Services software – Bailey Gray, Business Process Specialist, DACC Status of DACC operational areas including performance measures and services delivered through Community Services, Court Services, Homeless Services and Support Services – Robert Kingham, Court Administrator, DACC 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 Edna Staniszewski at Downtown Austin Community Court, at (512) 974-1260), for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Downtown Austin Community Court Advisory Board, please contact Edna Staniszewski at (512) 974-1260 or at edna.staniszewski@austintexas.gov.
HOMELESS SERVICES CASE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE DACC Advisory Board November 15, 2024 Bailey Gray, LCSW, MPAff Business Process Specialist DATA MAXIMIZATION Purpose: An effort to research, plan, and implement a cohesive departmentwide data strategy. Initial phase evaluated current data collection landscape and future data needs at DACC. Actions and resources identified as needed to achieve a proactive and intentional purpose, collection method, and usage practices around data include: Form digitization Customer Satisfaction Demographic deep dive Reporting Visualization Data Policy Storytelling New Homeless Services Software NEW HOMELESS SERVICES SOFTWARE Staff Desires Primary Considerations • Neither too clinical, nor too defender oriented. • Flexibility • Streamlining • Standardization • Data integration • Cost • Security • Accessibility • Customization • Reporting Capabilities • Scalability BONTERRA/ SOCIAL SOLUTIONS APRICOT Currently used by The Other Ones Foundation (TOOF), Austin-Travis County EMS, Family Eldercare, Mobile Loaves & Fishes, SAFE, Austin Public Health, and Housing Authority of the City of Austin Founded by Social Workers Configured for clientele with little to no IT resources No HIPAA or scalability concerns Permission settings allow access to partner agencies Drag and drop reporting approach in addition to templates PROGRESS & NEXT STEPS Successfully incorporated DACC access to software in active EMS contract as an amendment, approved by Council on August 29, 2024 Project roles include Project Manager, System Admins, and Subject Matter Experts Projected 26-week timeline for implementation began October 31, 2024, with data migration from eCourt tentatively scheduled for late March 2025 Build out aspirations include incorporating our list of clients on a behavior plan, waitlist for case management, referral system, and caseload management QUESTIONS? Bailey Gray, LCSW, MPAff Bailey.Gray@austintexas.gov 512-974-4815
COMMUNITY COURT NEWS A newsletter brought to you by DACC’s Communications Team Top stories in this newsletter JULY-SEPT. 2024 Annual DACC Retreat Mentor Court Site Visit Partner Spotlight DACC’s Numbers Annual DACC Retreat Thank you all for participating in our recent annual staff retreat, aimed at providing opportunities for professional development and networking with your colleagues. Thank you to Chris Anderson for all the time he poured into ensuring we had a fun day together with a meaningful agenda! Help us plan for next year – Leadership is evaluating what went well and areas for improvement to make sure our retreat next year is even more enjoyable and valuable for you all. We appreciate the feedback we’ve already received from staff, and encourage you all to share any input with any member of DACC’s leadership team to help us in our planning efforts for next year! DACC Participation in Work Study Program As of July 26, 2024, DACC has been approved as a Federal Work Study Site for University of Texas at Austin students. So Yong Kim, Yvonne Mboss, Jenna Pywell, and Chris Anderson represented DACC at the UT Austin Work-Study & Part Time Job Fair in August, and the position was posted on UT’s platform, through which DACC received 76 applications. The top two candidates have been identified following an interview process, and are expected to start in October. These two positions will work 12-16 hours per week through May 2025, and will provide administrative support to the Court Services and Homeless Services units. Tasks may include sorting mail, scanning clients’ vital docs, answering the phone calls or other administrative tasks each unit identifies as priorities. How it Works – Students are hired by UT Austin and DACC at the same time; Federal Work Study pays up to $3,500 per semester for their work and DACC pays the remaining balance. This approach creates great opportunities for students while providing critically needed support for our department. Thank you, So Yong Kim for your leadership and bring this support for DACC online and create new opportunities for students! Mentor Court Site Visit DACC is serving as a Mentor three Court for including communities Las Dane County, WI, Vegas, NV, and Paterson, NJ. On September 24, representatives from each of these communities, along with the Center for Justice Innovation who oversees the Mentor Court program, visited DACC to learn inform enhancements in …
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MONDAY, October 14, 2024 The BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT convened in a Regular meeting on Monday, October 14, 2024, at 301 West 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Jessica Cohen called the Board of Adjustment Meeting to order at 5:35 PM. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance in-Person: Jessica Cohen-Chair, Melissa Hawthorne-Vice Chair, Michael Von Ohlen Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Thomas Ates, Jeffery Bowen, Bianca A. Medina-Leal, Yung-ju Kim, Brian Poteet, Maggie Shahrestani, Janel Venzant PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first (4) four speakers signed up/register prior (no later than noon the day before the meeting) 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. None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Board of Adjustment Regular meeting on September 9, 2024. On-Line Link: Draft Minutes for September 9, 2024 The minutes from the meeting September 9, 2024, were approved on Vice Chair’s Melissa Hawthorne motion, Board member Michael Von Ohlen second on a 9-1-0 vote (Board member Jeffrey Bowen abstained). PUBLIC HEARINGS Discussion and action on the following cases. Postponement requests to November 14, 2024: Item 3 by applicant, Item 4 by applicant and Item 6 by neighborhood association (OWANA) Board member Michael Von Ohlen’s motion to approve postponement requests for Items 3, 4 and 6 to November 14, 2024; Vice Chair Melissa Hawthorne second on 10-0 votes; Item 6 Owner opposes to the postponement request by OWANA and requests open for discussion; substitute motion, Board member Michael Von Ohlen motion to approve postponement requests for Items 3 and 4 only to November 14, 2024, and Item 6 open for discussion; Vice-Chair Melissa Hawthorne second on 9-1 vote (Chair Jessica Cohen nay). Reconsideration Appeal case: 2. C15-2024-0025 Appellant’s Agent: Nicholl Wade - Appellant: Warren Konkel Owner: Christy May 6708 Bridge Hill Cove Building Permit 2023-129658 BP On-Line Link: ITEM02 ADV PACKET APPEAL1 PART1, PART2, PART3 and APPEAL2 PART 1, PART2, PART3, PART4 PRESENTATION by appellant; PRESENTATION by owner; PRESENTATION by staff Summary of Appeal: Appellant challenges issuance of: and on the grounds that the City of Austin incorrectly approved impervious cover (IC) of approximately 12,811 square feet, which exceeds IC limitations applicable within the Lake Austin (LA) zoning district. Reconsideration request: Board member Michael Von Ohlen’s motion to deny reconsideration request; Vice Chair Melissa Hawthorne second …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM03 DATE: Monday October 14, 2024 CASE NUMBER: C15-2024-0028 _______Thomas Ates (D1) _______Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) _______Jessica Cohen (D3) _______Yung-ju Kim (D4) _______Melissa Hawthorne (D5) _______Jeffery Bowen (D6) _______Janel Venzant (D7) _______Margaret Shahrestani (D8) _______Brian Poteet (D9) _______Michael Von Ohlen (D10) _______Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (M) _______VACANT (Alternate) (M) _______Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) _______VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Haim Joseph Mahlof - Green Bay Remodeling Inc. OWNER: Wendy Jo Peterson ADDRESS: 1406 3rd ST VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting the following variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-779 (Small Lot Single-Family Residential Use) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum front yard setback from 15 feet (required) to 5 feet (requested) in order to attach a second story deck in a “SF-4A-NP”, Single-Family - Neighborhood Plan zoning district (Bouldin Creek Neighborhood Plan). BOARD’S DECISION: September 9, 2024 The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Board member Michael Von Ohlen’s motion to postpone to October 14, 2024; Vice Chair Melissa Hawthorne second on 9-0 votes; POSTPONED TO OCTOBER 14, 2024. OCTOBER 14, 2024 POSTPONED TO November 14, 2024, BY APPLICANT FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: ITEM02/1 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property, will not impair the use of adjacent conforming property, and will not impair the purpose of the regulations of the zoning district in which the property is located because: Elaine Ramirez Executive Liaison Jessica Cohen Chair ITEM02/2 CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM04 DATE: Monday September 9, 2024 CASE NUMBER: C15-2024-0028 ___Y____Thomas Ates (D1) ___-____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) OUT ___Y____Jessica Cohen (D3) ___Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) ___-____Jeffery Bowen (D6) OUT ___Y____Janel Venzant (D7) ___Y____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) ___Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) ___-____Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (M) RESIGNED ___-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) ___Y____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ___-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Haim Joseph Mahlof - Green Bay Remodeling Inc. OWNER: Wendy Jo Peterson ADDRESS: 1406 3rd ST VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting the following variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-779 (Small Lot Single-Family Residential Use) from setback requirements to decrease …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM04 DATE: Monday October 14, 2024 CASE NUMBER: C15-2024-0031 _______Thomas Ates (D1) _______Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) _______Jessica Cohen (D3) _______Yung-ju Kim (D4) _______Melissa Hawthorne (D5) _______Jeffery Bowen (D6) _______Janel Venzant (D7) _______Margaret Shahrestani (D8) _______Brian Poteet (D9) _______Michael Von Ohlen (D10) _______Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (M) _______VACANT (Alternate) (M) _______Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) _______VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Victoria Haase OWNER: Austin Area School for Dyslexics, Inc. ADDRESS: 2615 ½ HILLVIEW RD VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section: 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations): Height Requirements to increase the height from 35 feet (maximum allowed) to 50 o feet (requested) o (required) to 15 feet (requested) o (required) to 5 feet (requested) o (requested) o percent (requested) Setback Requirements to decrease the minimum front yard setback from 25 feet Setback Requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback from 10 feet Building Coverage to increase from 40 percent (maximum allowed) to 60% Impervious Coverage to increase from 45 percent (maximum allowed) to 60 ITEM03/1 25-2-832 (Private Schools) (1) a site must be located on a street that has a paved width of at least 40 feet (required) to 30 feet (requested) from the site to where it connects with another street that has a paved width of at least 40 feet (required) to 30 feet (requested) in order to erect school buildings and structured sub-grade parking facilities in a “SF-3- NP”, Single-Family-Neighborhood Plan zoning district (West Austin Neighborhood Group). BOARD’S DECISION: POSTPONED TO November 14, 2024, BY APPLICANT FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property, will not impair the use of adjacent conforming property, and will not impair the purpose of the regulations of the zoning district in which the property is located because: Elaine Ramirez Executive Liaison Jessica Cohen Madam Chair forITEM03/2 October 25, 2024 Board of Adjustment City of Austin Via Electronic Delivery Re: C15-2024-0031 – 2615-1/2 Hillview Road – Rawson Saunders School Dear Chair and Board Members, On behalf of Austin Area School for Dyslexics, also …
ITEM03/51 ITEM03/52 ITEM03/53 ITEM03/54 From: To: Subject: Date: Ramirez, Elaine Rawson application Monday, October 7, 2024 9:49:39 PM [You don't often get email from jdpaustin@me.com. Learn why this is important at https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification ] External Email - Exercise Caution I am a member of the Hillview Green Lane HOA. I object to the application and its change from the current school use, which actually is a non conforming use under their current zoning. We don’t want more commercial traffic in our neighborhood. The dense commercial zoning in such close proximity to Casis Elementary School would present more traffic problems and dangers to the young children and the drivers on an already congested 2 lane Exposition Boulevard as well as nearby residential streets. My regards, John D. Pieratt John D. Pieratt, Attorney P O Box 50390 Austin, Texas 78703 John D. Pieratt, Attorney P O Box 50390 Austin, Texas 78703 CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov". ITEM03/55 ITEM03/56 ITEM03/57 ITEM03/58 ITEM03/59 ITEM03/60 ITEM03/61 ITEM03/62 ITEM03/63 ITEM03/64 ITEM03/65 ITEM03/66 ITEM03/67 ITEM03/68 ITEM03/69 ITEM03/70 ITEM03/71 ITEM03/72 ITEM03/73 ITEM03/74
BOA SIGN REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C16-2024-0002 BOA DATE: Thursday, November 14th, 2024 ADDRESS: 12221 N Mopac Expy SVRD NB COUNCIL DISTRICT: 10 OWNER: Mark Worsham AGENT: Michael J. Whellan ZONING: PUD LEGAL DESCRIPTION: 36.3670 A LOT 1 BLK B CENTRUM SUBD THE RESUB OF BLK B & E VARIANCE REQUEST: Land Development Code, Section 25-10-124 (Scenic Roadway Sign District): (B) to allow more freestanding signs from one (1) (maximum allowed) to eight (8) (requesting) (B) (1) (b) to increase the maximum sign area on a lot from 64 square feet (maximum allowed) to 90 square feet (requesting) (B) (2) to increase sign height from 12 feet (maximum allowed) to 17 feet (requesting) SUMMARY: remodel Free-standing sign for Emergency Services/Hospital Services ISSUES: topography Site North GR; LR PUD South GO-CO East GR; GO-CO; SF-2 West PUD ZONING LAND USES Hospital Services Community Commercial; Neighborhood Commercial General Office Community Commercial; General Office; Single-Family Hospital Services NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Independent School District Austin Neighborhoods Council Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Homeless Neighborhood Association Save Our Springs Alliance ITEM04/1 Board of Adjustment Sign Variance Application WARNING: Filing of this appeal stops all affected construction activity. This application is a fillable PDF that can be completed electronically. To ensure your information is saved, click here to Save the form to your computer, then open your copy and continue. The Tab key may be used to navigate to each field; Shift + Tab moves to the previous field. The Enter key activates links, emails, and buttons. Use the Up & Down Arrow keys to scroll through drop-down lists and check boxes, and hit Enter to make a selection. The application must be complete and accurate prior to submittal. All information is required (if applicable). For Office Use Only Case # __________________ ROW # ___________________ Tax # ____________________ 13413021 C15-2024-0002 0260130901 Section 1: Applicant Statement Street Address: __________________________________________________________________ Subdivision Legal Description: ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Lot(s): _________________________________ Block(s): _____________________________ Outlot: _________________________________ Division: _____________________________ Zoning District: ___________________________________________________________________ Council District: 7 Sign District: _____________________________________________________________________ I/We ________________________________________________ on behalf of myself/ourselves as authorized agent for ________________________________________________ affirm that on Month , Day , Year , hereby apply for a hearing before the Board of Adjustment for consideration to (select appropriate option below): Erect Attach Complete Remodel Maintain Other: ____________ Type of Sign: __________________________________________________________________ Portion of the City of Austin Land Development Code applicant is seeking a variance from: ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ …
BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2024-0040 BOA DATE: Thursday, November 14th, 2024 ADDRESS: 600 Cumberland Rd, 2610 & 2612 S 1st St OWNER: Chris Affinito COUNCIL DISTRICT: 3 AGENT: Leah M. Bojo ZONING: GR-V-ETOD-DBETOD & GR-ETOD-DBETOD LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 1 LESS E 10FT BLK A OAK RIDGE HEIGHTS SEC 1 VARIANCE REQUEST: (H) Compatibility Requirements (3) Any structure that is located less than 50 feet from any part of a triggering property may not exceed 60 feet (maximum allowed) to 2 feet -4 27/32 inches – 5 feet 6 inches (requesting) (H) Compatibility Requirements (4) (a) from compatibility buffer to decrease the from 25 feet (minimum width allowed) to 2 feet -4 27/32 inches – 5 feet -6 inches (requesting). SUMMARY: erect condominium residential building LAND USES Community Commercial-Vertical Mixed-Use- Density Bonus ETOD-Equitable Transit-oriented development Limited Office-Vertical Mixed-use-Equitable Transit-Oriented Development-Density Bonus ETOD Limited Office-Vertical Mixed-Use; Single- Family General Commercial Services-Vertical Mixed- Use-Combined Overlay-Equitable Transit- Oriented Development-Density Bonus ETOD Single-Family ISSUES: shape of lot & narrow lot Site ZONING GR-V-ETOD-DBETOD; GR- ETOD-DBETOD North LO-V-ETOD-DBETOD South LO-V; SF-3 East CS-V-CO-ETOD-DBETOD- NP West SF-3 NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Independent School District Austin Neighborhoods Council Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Galindo Area Patriotic Porch Party Galindo Elementary Neighborhood Assn. Homeless Neighborhood Association Perry Grid 614 Preservation Austin Save Our Springs Alliance South Central Coalition ITEM05/1 October 30, 2024 Leah Bojo 600 Cumberland Rd Austin TX, 78704 Re: C15-2024-0040 Dear Leah, Property Description: LOT 1 LESS E 10FT BLK A OAK RIDGE HEIGHTS SEC 1 Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance request from LDC Section 25-2- 654(H) at 600 Cumberland Road. Austin Energy does not oppose the request, provided that any proposed or existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s Clearance & Safety Criteria, the National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA requirements. Any removal or relocation of existing facilities will be at the owner’s/applicant’s expense. Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements which are additional conditions of the above review action: https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/utilities_criteria_manual?nodeId=S1AUENDECR_1 .10.0CLSARE If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Rosemary Avila, Planning Officer Infrastructure Support Services | Austin Energy 4815 Mueller Blvd Austin, TX 78723 (512) 972-8488 Rosemary.avilla@austinenergy.com ITEM05/2 ITEM05/3 ITEM05/4 ITEM05/5 ITEM05/6 September 30, 2024 To Whom It …
BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2024-0041 BOA DATE: Thursday, November 14th, 2024 ADDRESS: 1607 W 10th St OWNER: COUNCIL DISTRICT: 9 AGENT: ZONING: SF-3-H-NP (Old West Austin) LEGAL DESCRIPTION: 0.0670AC OF LOT 21 BLK 1 WESTRIDGE VARIANCE REQUEST: increase impervious cover from 45 percent to 65 percent. SUMMARY: to attach a Single-Family residence ISSUES: small lot, neighboring property encroachment ZONING LAND USES Site North SF-3-H-NP SF-3-NP; CS-MU-CO-NP South East SF-3-NP SF-3-NP; CS-MU-CO-NP West SF-3-NP Single-Family Single-Family; General Commercial Services- Mixed Use Single-Family Single-Family; Single-Family; General Commercial Services-Mixed Use Single-Family NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Independent School District Austin Neighborhoods Council Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Homeless Neighborhood Association Old West Austin Neighborhood Association Old West Austin Neighborhood Plan Contact Team Preservation Austin Save Barton Creek Association Save Our Springs Alliance Shoal Creek Conservancy ITEM06/1 October 30, 2024 Thomas Schiefer 1607 W 10th St Austin TX, 78703 Re: C15-2024-0041 Property Description: 0.0670AC OF LOT 21 BLK 1 WESTRIDGE Dear Thomas, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance request from LDC Section 25-2- 492 at 1607 W. 10TH Street. Austin Energy does not oppose the request, provided that any proposed or existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s Clearance & Safety Criteria, the National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA requirements. Any removal or relocation of existing facilities will be at the owner’s/applicant’s expense. Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements which are additional conditions of the above review action: https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/utilities_criteria_manual?nodeId=S1AUENDECR_1 .10.0CLSARE If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Rosemary Avila, Planning Officer Infrastructure Services | Austin Energy 4815 Mueller Blvd Austin, TX 78723 (512) 972-8488 Rosemary.avilla@austinenergy.com ITEM06/2 ITEM06/3 ITEM06/4 ITEM06/5 ITEM06/6 ITEM06/7 ITEM06/8 ITEM06/9 8/8/24, 9:24 AM Gmail - 1607 West 10th Street driveway radius waiver approved. 2024 078046 RA 00 PR William Kane > 1607 West 10th Street driveway radius waiver approved. 2024 078046 RA 00 PR 1 message West, Samuel <Samuel.West@austintexas.gov> To: William Kane Cc: "Nunnelly, Cecil" <Cecil.Nunnelly@austintexas.gov>, "Ramirez, Stephen" <Stephen.Ramirez@austintexas.gov> Cecil, I received an informal request for a Waiver to Standard Detail 433S-1 for the construction of a driveway approach to 1607 West 10th Street to allow consideration of the use To address the existing conditions across the proposed driveway approach location it is suggested the following flare …
BOA Monthly Report July 2024-June 2025 October 14, 2024 Granted 2 1. 25-2-814 (Service Station Use) (3) to increase the queue lanes 2. 25-2-773 (Duplex, Two-Unit, and Three-Unit Residential Uses): a. (B) (7) Impervious Coverage to increase and (E) (4) F.A.R to increase Postponed 2 minimum front yard setback 1. 25-2-779 (Small Lot Single-Family Residential Use) from setback requirements to decrease the 2. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations): a. Height Requirements to increase the height, Setback Requirements to decrease the minimum front yard setback, Setback Requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback, Building Coverage to increase and Impervious Coverage to increase and 25-2-832 (Private Schools) (1) a site must be located on a street that has a paved width. Withdrawn 0 Denied (Reconsideration) 1 1. Appeal-Appellant challenges issuance of Building Permit 2023-129658 BP and Building Permit 2023- 129659BP on the grounds that the City of Austin incorrectly approved impervious cover (IC) 2 0 new inquiries (Added Oct14# 2024) Discussion Items Oct 2024 Interpretations The deposition of the case items: Granted Postponed Withdrawn Denied Discussion Items Board members absent: Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (resigned) and 2 vacant positions (alternate) September 9, 2024 Granted 9 5 0 1 15 2 3. 25-2-899 (Fences as Accessory Uses) to increase the height 4. 25-2-551(Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations) (C)(3) from setback requirements to: increase the maximum impervious cover on a slope 3. 25-2-779 (Small Lot Single-Family Residential Use) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum front yard setback Postponed 1 Withdrawn 0 Denied 1 2. Appeal-Appellant challenges issuance of Building Permit 2023-129658 BP and Building Permit 2023- 129659BP on the grounds that the City of Austin incorrectly approved impervious cover (IC) 5 7 3 0 2 13 (Added Sept9# 2024) Discussion Items Sept 2024 Interpretations 0 new inquiries The deposition of the case items: Granted Postponed Withdrawn Denied Discussion Items Board members absent: Jeffery Bowen, Bianca A. Medina-Leal, Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (resigned) and 2 vacant positions (alternate) August 12, 2024 Granted Postponed 1. 25-2-899 (Fences as Accessory Uses) to increase the height from eight (8) feet to twelve (12) feet 2. Appeal-Appellant challenges issuance of Building Permit 2023-12958 BP on the grounds that the City 0 2 incorrectly approved impervious cover (IC) 0 4 (Added Aug12# 2024) Withdrawn 0 Denied Discussion Items Aug 2024 Interpretations 1 new inquiries The deposition of the case items: Granted Postponed Withdrawn Denied Discussion Items Board members absent: Brian Poteet, Marcel-Gutierrez-Garza, Yung-ju …
Architectural vision : Peterson residence Presentation for Austin Board of Adjustment ITEM02/1-PRESENTATION Presentation agenda : Today, I’m excited to take you through our project in detail, we will begin by discussing the project objectives, next, we will dive into the proposed design concept. Finally, we will show how our design thoughtfully aligns with the Bouldin neighborhood. ITEM02/2-PRESENTATION Project overview Currently the house stands at 1626 sqf with a lot size of 2,265 sqf. The existing layout includes two bedrooms , 2.5 bathrooms and a cover carport but lacks a main common area. Our plan is to preserve the original design and layout of the house while embracing the unique challenges it presents. Our goal is to create an outdoor space that accommodates the needs of a growing family, while ensuring that the home’s character and charm remains intact. ITEM02/3-PRESENTATION Project objective ● Making the house suitable for a military family of three that is moving back from abroad , ensuring enough space and comfort for everyone. ● Ensuring enough outdoor space for gathering or entertainment. ● Gaining an extra covered parking. ● Add attractive design elements, combining a classic and modern styles for a beautiful appearance. ITEM02/4-PRESENTATION Deck design Our outdoor deck design concept aims to create a modern and functional space that serves as a space for family and friend gathering, as well as a connection space for greeting neighbors. ITEM02/5-PRESENTATION Deck design ITEM02/6-PRESENTATION Project variant for second story deck: Second story deck with staircase leading to downstairs size of the deck is 350 square- foot in total including stairs. Addition to extend beyond the front 15 foot front building set back. ITEM02/7-PRESENTATION Deck Variant The current residence occupies 1,626 square feet of a 2,265 square-foot lot, leaving minimal space for outdoor gatherings or events. The purpose of this construction project is to accommodate a retiring military family of three relocating from out of country who require additional outdoor space for family activities. Due to the limited lot size, we have explored various options but have not identified any viable alternatives for creating a more functional outdoor area. Our primary goal is to enhance the outdoor space to better support the homeowner's needs for family gatherings and outdoor activities. Having families outside in their yards encourages safety and togetherness of the community. ITEM02/8-PRESENTATION Today we shared our vision for the transformation of the Peterson residence. We are excited about …
