REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PRESERVATION PLAN COMMITTEE Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 4 p.m. Permitting and Development Center, Room 1203 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive AUSTIN, TEXAS 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, contact Cara Bertron at (512) 974-1446 or cara.bertron@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS Carl Larosche, Chair Roxanne Evans CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Bat Taniguchi AGENDA The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order or, for remote participation, no later than noon the day before the meeting, will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. 2. 3. 4. Approve the minutes of the Preservation Plan Committee regular meeting on January 18, 2023. Approve the minutes of the Preservation Plan Committee regular meeting on December 16, 2024. Approve the minutes of the Preservation Plan Committee regular meeting on January 9, 2025. Approve the minutes of the Preservation Plan Committee regular meeting on October 17, 2025. STAFF BRIEFINGS 5. Staff briefing regarding implementation of the Equity-Based Preservation Plan. Presentation by Cara Bertron, Program Manager II, Austin Planning, and Annie Flom, Senior Planner, Austin Planning. DISCUSSION ITEMS 6. 7. Discussion of Preservation Plan Summit agenda and attendees. Discussion of Equity-Based Preservation Plan annual report. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Cara Bertron at Austin Planning at (512) 974-1446 or cara.bertron@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Preservation Plan Committee, please contact Cara Bertron at (512) 974- 1446 or cara.bertron@austintexas.gov.
REGULAR MEETING of the PRESERVATION PLAN COMMITTEE of the HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18, 2023 – 11:00 A.M. STREET-JONES BUILDING, ROOM 200A 1000 E. 11TH STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 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 board liaison at (512) 974-3393 or preservation@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS: x Beth Valenzuela, Chair x Harmony Grogan x Ben Heimsath ab Carl Larosche DRAFT MINUTES 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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. December 7, 2022 a. Postponed to the February meeting. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Working group application evaluation and recommendation a. Reviewed and evaluated applicants MOTION: Recommend list of selected applicants to the next scheduled meeting of the Historic Landmark Commission, on a motion by Commissioner Grogan. Commissioner Heimsath seconds the motion. Vote: 3-0 3. Project timeline update a. Reviewed timeline with staffing, draft plan launch, etc. 4. Community engagement update a. Reviewed website views, responses, comments, and updated email list for interested persons. 5. Revised equity questions a. Reviewed edits and discussed terminology. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT – 12:28 on a motion by Commissioner Grogan. Commissioner Heimsath seconded the motion. Vote: 3-0 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 board liaison at the Historic Preservation Office at (512) 974-3393 for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Preservation Plan Committee, please contact Cara Bertron at (512) 974-1446. The minutes were approved at the September 20, 2023 meeting on Commissioner Castillo’s motion, Commissioner Dudley seconding on a 2-0 vote. (Absent: Commissioner Grogan)
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PRESERVATION PLAN COMMITTEE Monday, December 16, 2024 – 5:30 P.M. Permitting and Development Center, Room 1203 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr. Austin, Texas 78752 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 board liaison at (512) 974-3393 or preservation@austintexas.gov. COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Raymond Castillo, Chair Roxanne Evans Ben Heimsath x x DRAFT MINUTES CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL No public communication. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. June 24, 2024 2. July 1, 2024 3. July 31, 2024 4. September 18, 2024 MOTION: Approve the minutes from June 24, 2024; July 1, 2024; July 31, 2024; and September 18, 2024 by Heimsath, Evans seconding. Vote: 2-0 DISCUSSION ITEMS 5. Equity-Based Preservation Plan adoption by Council • Plan unanimously adopted on November 21, 2024. • Celebration in January or February 2025, with possible Council proclamation. 6. Early steps for plan implementation • Staff is working on a response to the amendment regarding historic tax incentives. • Staff will develop workplans for the recommendations identified to begin implementation in year 1 (FY25). Community members and stakeholders will be identified and invited as part of implementing each recommendation. ADJOURNMENT at 6:17 p.m. MOTION: Adjourn the meeting by Evans, Heimsath seconding. VOTE: 2-0 The following items were not taken up during the meeting: Committee meeting frequency in 2025 Future agenda items
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PRESERVATION PLAN COMMITTEE Thursday, January 9, 2025 – 11 A.M. Permitting and Development Center, Room 1203 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr. Austin, Texas 78752 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 board liaison at (512) 974-3393 or preservation@austintexas.gov. COMMITTEE MEMBERS: abs Raymond Castillo, Chair Roxanne Evans X Ben Heimsath X DRAFT MINUTES CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL No public communication. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. December 16, 2024 • Approval postponed to a future meeting due to questions about the draft minutes. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Update on implementation of the Equity-Based Preservation Plan • Staff provided an update on interdepartmental meetings focused on near-term Plan implementation. Implementation plan is a working document. • • Commissioners discussed maintaining the momentum of outreach around the draft Plan. • Staff will develop workplans for near-term recommendations, including steps and partners. • Staff presented a draft of the implementation dashboard for discussion. 3. Discussion on Historic Landmark Commission FY26 Budget priorities • Commissioners discussed how to approach budget priorities. 4. Update on celebration for Plan adoption • Staff provided information on the celebration, including the date and invitees. 5. Committee meeting frequency in 2025 • New committee members can decide on meeting frequency. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PRESERVATION PLAN COMMITTEE Friday, October 17, 2025 – 11 a.m. Permitting and Development Center Conference Room 1215 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 NOT on the agenda 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 cara.bertron@austintexas.gov or call (512) 974-1446. COMMITTEE MEMBERS: abs X X Roxanne Evans Carl Larosche Bat Taniguchi DRAFT MINUTES 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. ACTION ITEMS 1. 2. Approval of minutes from January 9, 2025 meeting Minutes not available for approval. Selection of Committee chair MOTION: Appoint Commissioner Larosche as Committee chair by Commissioner Larosche. Commissioner Taniguchi seconded the motion. Vote: 2-0. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Process to develop and update implementation plan for 10-year span • Staff and commissioners reviewed the development of the implementation plan for the Equity-Based Preservation Plan Review of the Progress Dashboard and Open Data Portal • Commissioners reviewed the dashboard and portal online • Progress Dashboard link: www.bit.ly/AustinPresPlan • Open Data Portal link (Progress Database): https://data.austintexas.gov/Building-and-Development/Preservation-Plan- Progress-Tracker/557c-s6jn/data_preview • Commissioners requested a briefing to the full Commission to demonstrate how to use the dashboard and database Introduction to and discussion of Preservation Plan Summit • The Summit will be held on Nov. 21 in the morning • Goal: Convene key collaborators in developing and implementing the Plan to review progress to date, discuss upcoming work, and identify opportunities to work together • Consider a possible role for an advisory committee for Plan implementation • Commissioners briefly discussed the Plan’s archaeology recommendations • The Summit will include brief presentations, individual brainstorming, and facilitated group discussions. Commissioners requested that an overview of the Plan be included. • Optional pre-meetings will help people to arrive at the Summit prepared • Commissioners requested a quick report-out on the Summit to the Historic Landmark Commission in December, with an in-depth follow-up in …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2025, AT 4:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, CONFERENCE ROOM 1401 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Historic Landmark 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, please use the QR code or link at the end of this document. For questions, please email preservation@austintexas.gov. KEVIN KOCH JAIME ALVAREZ HARMONY GROGAN CURRENT COMMISSIONERS 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 1. Approve the minutes of the Architectural Review Committee Regular meeting on October 8th, 2025. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. C14H-2003-0007 - 1504 West Lynn St. Violet Crown Council District 10 Proposal: New ornamental landscape fence to aid with privacy from the neighboring multi- family building. Applicant: Caitlyn Bailey C14H-1977-0012-a – 712 Congress Ave. Walter Tipps Building Council District 9 Proposal: Three-story addition to create hotel. Applicant: Dustin Mehaffey C14H- 2014-0007 – 3805 Red River St. McFarland House Council District 9 Proposal: Installation of sign. Applicant: Lindsey Derrington 2310 Windsor Rd. Old West Austin National Register Historic District Council District 10 Proposal: Small addition and remodel to the existing main residence and garage Applicant: Reed Critendon 2117 W. 49th St. Rosedale School Council District 7 Proposal: Total demolition and reconstruction of W. 49th St. façade using original masonry bricks. Applicant: Leah Bojo DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 7. Vote to approve the 2026 regular meeting schedule of the Architectural Review Committee. ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Hunter Sturgill at …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE Wednesday, October 8, 2025 – 4:00PM Permitting and Development Center, Conference Room 1401 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr., Austin, TX 78752 COMMITTEE MEMBERS: X Kevin Koch Jaime Alvarez X Harmony Grogan MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: 4:00 p.m. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL DISCUSSION ITEMS 1. 813 Park Blvd. Miller-Long House – Landmark Council District 9 Proposal: Construct stucco fence; add landscape and pool features. Applicant: Lori Martin 108 W. 33rd St. 2. Ocie-Speer House – Landmark Council District 9 Proposal: Construct an addition to existing secondary structure on site. Applicant: Emily Little 212 W. 33rd St. 3. Simms House – Landmark Council District 9 Proposal: Remodel existing secondary structure on site. Applicant: Emily Little 1514 E. 11th St. 4. Ethel Pearl’s Beauty Salon – Landmark Council District 1 Proposal: Rehabilitate and repair building exterior. Applicant: Mike Hale 419 Congress Ave. 5. Congress Avenue National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Partially demolish, rehabilitate and reconstruct building. Applicant: Laurie Limbacher 6th Street between Congress Ave. and IH-35 6. Council District 9 Proposal: Street improvements (roads, bike lanes, sidewalks), street trees and furnishing. Applicant: Romani Lalani 2610 W. 10th St. 7. Council District 10 Proposal: Modernize school. Applicant: Mike Boyle ADJOURNMENT: 6:00 p.m.
Historic Landmark Commission Architectural Review Commi(cid:425)ee 2026 Mee(cid:415)ng Schedule Wednesday, January 14th, 2026 at 4:00PM Wednesday, February 11th, 2026 at 4:00PM Wednesday, March 11th, 2026 at 4:00PM Wednesday, April 8th, 2026 at 4:00PM Wednesday, May 13th, 2026 at 4:00PM Wednesday, June 10th, 2026 at 4:00PM Wednesday, July 8th, 2026 at 4:00PM Wednesday, August 12th, 2026 at 4:00PM Thursday, September 10th, 2026 at 4:00PM Wednesday, October 14th, 2026 at 4:00PM Wednesday, November 18th, 2026 at 4:00PM Wednesday, December 9th, 2026 at 4:00PM Loca(cid:415)on: Permi(cid:427)ng and Development Center in room 1401/1402 Deadline to be placed on the agenda is the Wednesday before the mee(cid:415)ng at 12PM.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2025, AT 9:00 A.M. CITY HALL, BOARD AND COMMISSION ROOM #1101 301 WEST SECOND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Early Childhood Council 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, contact Caitlin Oliver, 512-972-6205, Caitlin.Oliver@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Choquette Hamilton, Chair Delphi Alvizo Chloe Latham-Sikes Andrea McIllwain Alice Navarro Eliza Sears AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Brianna Menard, Vice Chair Brooke Freeland Cynthia McCollum Craig McNary Hilda Rivas The first five 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 1. Approve the minutes of the Early Childhood Council Regular Meeting on October 8, 2025. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Possible action to appoint a liaison and alternate liaison to represent the Early Childhood Council on the Joint Inclusion Committee. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Presentation regarding the Infrastructure Academy’s goals and child care assistance. Presentation by Yael Lawson, Chief Operations Officer, Workforce Solutions Capital Area. 4. 5. 6. 7. Presentation regarding Generation ATX, the mayor’s movement to make Austin the best place in America to be a kid. Presentation by Jasmine Stoughton, Office of Mayor Kirk Watson. Updates from the October Joint Inclusion Committee (JIC) meeting. Discussion of the final report of the quality-of-life study of Austin’s families with young children conducted by Decision Information Resources, Inc. (DIR). Updates from Hilda Rivas regarding the implementation of Raising Travis County. STAFF BRIEFINGS 8. Staff briefing regarding updates from related local early childhood groups such as Austin Chapter of the Texas Association for the Education of Young Children, Austin ISD, Success By 6 Coalition, Child Care Regulation, and Workforce Solutions Capital Area. Briefing by Caitlin Oliver, Early Childhood Program Coordinator, Austin Public Health. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY …
Mayor Kirk Watson GenATX — Making Austin the Best Place to Be a Kid Jasmine Stoughton Policy Advisor This is not just a program. It's a citywide movement. Bold Goal: Make Austin the #1 place in America to grow up. Big Tent: Unite every sector around one shared mission. Three Pillars 1) Healthy Kids Ensuring all children have the physical, mental, and emotional support to thrive. 2) Safe Kids Creating environments where kids are protected, respected, and feel a true sense of belonging. 3) Happy & Successful Kids Supporting young people in developing purpose, building life skills, and having joyful childhoods. Why GenATX? Despite all the passion and good work, Austin’s still missing the coordination for impact: A coordinated strategy that cuts across silos A momentum mechanism to sustain energy A clear, public scorecard to track progress A design that centers youth and community voice A shared understanding of how Austin compares to peers Our Strategy Discover • Map and inventory the ecosystem • Research national best practices • Integrate youth and community voices Design • Develop the scorecard • Peer-city benchmarking analysis • Coordination and governance strategy Deploy • Convene citywide summit • Launch public scorecard • Activate the movement Jasmine Stoughton Email: Jasmine.Stoughton@austintexas.gov Cell: (512) 699-2616
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON AGING WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2025, 12:00 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS & COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Commission on Aging 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 Ryan Sperling, 512-974-3568, Ryan.Sperling@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Richard Bondi, Chair Teresa Ferguson, Vice Chair Austin Adams Suzanne Anderson Martin Kareithi Faith Lane Fred Lugo Gloria Lugo Judi L Nudelman Jennifer Scott Luan Tran Preston Tyree Henry Van de Putte Selina Yee Asif Zaidi PROCLAMATION AGENDA Proclamation – National Family Caregiver Month – To be presented by Councilmember Marc Duchen CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Commission on Aging regular meeting of October 8, 2025. DISCUSSION ITEMS 1. Presentation regarding the status of the Quality of Life Survey. Presentation by Emily D. Tisdale, M.Ed., Executive Director, University of Indianapolis Center for Aging & Community; and Amanda Heckelsberg Wolfe, M.A., Senior Project Director, University of Indianapolis Center for Aging & Community. 2. Presentation regarding cuts to Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for older adults. Presentation by Beth Corbett, Vice President of Government Affairs + Advocacy, Central Texas Food Bank. 3. Discussion regarding the progress of Resolution 20250605-084. 4. Discussion regarding feedback on the Aging Boldly Conference. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Approve the formation of a working group to perform an in-depth analysis of the Quality of Life Survey Report to fully understand the report and associated recommendations. 6. Approve the formation of a budget working group to formulate budget recommendations for the FY2026-27 budget. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request …
Commission on Aging REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, October 8, 2025 The Commission on Aging convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room 1101, 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Vice Chair Ferguson called the Commission on Aging Meeting to order at 12:12 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Teresa Ferguson (Vice Chair) Luan Tran Henry Van de Putte Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Martin Kareithi Faith Lane Fred Lugo Judi Nudelman Jennifer Scott Preston Tyree PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Commission on Aging regular meeting of September 10, 2025. The minutes of the September 10, 2025 meeting were approved on Commissioner Van de Putte’s motion, Commissioner Scott’s second on a 9-0 vote. Chair Bondi and Commissioners Adams, Anderson, Gloria Lugo, and Zaidi were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation regarding community engagement efforts for the Quality of Life Study. Presentation by Laura Cortez, CEO, and Nirali Thakkar, Engagement Consultant, Cortez Consulting. Presentation by Laura Cortez, CEO, and Nirali Thakkar, Engagement Consultant, Cortez Consulting. 1 3. Discussion regarding Austin Public Health’s response to City Council on Resolution 20250605-084. Presentation by Halana Kaleel, Public Health Community Engagement Specialist, Austin Public Health. Presentation by Halana Kaleel, Public Health Community Engagement Specialist, Austin Public Health. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. Discussion and possible action to approve the amended Age-Friendly Austin Action Plan. The motion to approve the amended Age-Friendly Austin Action Plan was approved on Commissioner Scott’s motion, Commissioner Van de Putte’s second on a 9-0 vote. Chair Bondi and Commissioners Adams, Anderson, Gloria Lugo, and Zaidi were absent. 5. Approve the Commission on Aging’s 2026 Annual Schedule. The motion to approve the Commission on Aging 2026 Annual Schedule and eventually schedule a November 2026 meeting was approved on Vice Chair Ferguson’s motion, Commissioner Van de Putte’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioner Tyree was off the dais. Chair Bondi and Commissioners Adams, Anderson, Gloria Lugo, and Zaidi were absent. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 6. Update from the Community Outreach Working Group regarding progress on the transition plan and recent meeting with the Foster Grandparent Program. Item 6 was taken up before Item 5 without objection. Update by Commissioner Tran. 7. Update from the FY25-26 Budget Recommendation Working Group regarding its progress tracking the Commission on Aging’s budget recommendations throughout the approval cycle. Withdrawn without objection. 8. Update from the …
Amanda Heckelsberg Wolfe, MA Austin Older Adult Quality of Life Study Understanding & Supporting Our Aging Community Overview: Key Players City Partners ◼ City of Austin - Office of Equity and Inclusion, Austin Public Health ◼ Commission on Aging (CoA) ◼ Center for Aging & Community (CAC) – Research lead ◼ Cortez Consulting Services (CCS) – Community engagement team ◼ Community Organizations - 30+ partner organizations across all districts Project Timeline • August 2024 – study planning began • January 2025 – first IRB approval obtained Planning • January-March 2025 - Focus groups conducted (9 groups, Focus Groups 181 useable participants) • February 2025 – second IRB approval obtained • July-September 2025 - Survey distribution period (1,027useable responses) Surveys • Summer 2025 - PhotoVoice sessions at RBJ Residences • September 25, 2025 - PhotoVoice exhibit at RBJ • November 2025 – Study ends Photovoice Why Focus on Older Adult Quality of Life in Austin? The Growing Reality ◼ 25% of Austin's population (243,750 people) are 50 years or older ◼ Residents 65+ are the fastest-growing age group ◼ By 2035, adults 65+ will outnumber children under 18 nationally Austin's Diversity Challenge ◼ 32% Latinx, 9.5% Asian American, 7.5% Black, 48% White ◼ 38% live alone, 11% live with disabilities ◼ 13% live below federal poverty level ◼ Nearly 1/3 speak a language other than English at home The Problem ◼ Previous city surveys successfully reaching white women from limited districts - missing the voices of many of Austin’s residents Ms. Carol August 10th, 2025 - Austin City Hall Let us in! The difference between 55, 75, and up is huge. Every age group of older adults has different needs. Older adults are such a big population in Austin. We should be represented. Our Participant Contributors Populational Inclusion Sample Size Asian or Asian American 262 Black or African American 131 Latino/a/e/x or Hispanic LGBTQIA+ People with disabilities Income at or below 60% MFI 147 134 419 488 All districts proportionally represented D6 = 30 (smallest) D10 = 146 (largest) Caregivers 292 Who Participated ◼ Total Survey Participants: 1,027 older adults ◼ Total Focus Group Participants: 172 older adults ◼ PhotoVoice Participants: RBJ Residences seniors Representation Achieved ◼ 26 languages spoken (18% spoke at least two languages) ◼ All 10 City Council districts and the metropolitan area represented ◼ Intentionally oversampled previously missing groups Participant Demographics Participant Age Distribution (n=1,070) 5.5% 0.4% …
Food Insecurity Among Older Adults in Central Texas Presentation to the Commission on Aging Impact of recent federal legislation on SNAP and programmatic solutions CTFB | Commission on Aging_ CTFB_11/12/25 Food Insecurity Among Older Adults in Travis County • 612,475 Central Texans face food insecurity (1 in 5) • 101,934 are older adults (60+) • 33,094 in Travis County (1 in 6) • 12,074 enrolled in SNAP • 3,774 between 60-64 Average SNAP benefit in Travis County: $363/month CTFB | Commission on Aging_CTFB_ 11/12/25 Impacts of Reconciliation Bill - SNAP • Changes to work requirements for SNAP eligibility • Increases cost share for states (Admin and Entitlement) • Elimination of SNAP Nutrition Education program Increase in ABAWD work requirement age limit to 64 – effective 11/01/2025 Fulfill 20 hours/week to remain eligible for SNAP 50% administrative cost to states, sliding scale for entitlement cost based on error rates Potential impact in Texas: $1.1B CTFB | Commission on Aging_CTFB_11/12/25 Impacts of Federal Shutdown – SNAP • HHSC announced delays in SNAP benefits for the month of November on 10/27 due to the shutdown • Subsequent guidance from USDA authorized partial payment of benefits using the SNAP contingency fund • HHSC is abiding by that most recent guidance (despite ongoing litigation) • First time in history SNAP benefits have been delayed Some recipients began receiving partial SNAP payments on 11/10 Capped at 65% of monthly benefit amount, some households receive 0% November benefits will be reimbursed in full for all recipients once the government reopens CTFB has increased food at distributions by 50%, spending $1M/week to keep up with increased need CTFB Programs for Older Adults CTFB | Commission on Aging_CTFB_11/12/25 Senior Programs Our Senior Programs provide older adults with access to essential groceries through CSFP, HOPE, and Golden Harvest Markets, offering convenient options like delivery and proxy services to ensure nourishment and independence. CTFB | Commission on Aging_CTFB_11/12/25 Direct Programming for Older Adults CSFP in Travis County HOPE in Travis County Golden Harvest Market • Federal food box program authorized in the Farm Bill • States set caps on the number of participants • CTFB sites: 23 • CTFB clients: 3,048 individuals (max allotment) • CTFB program established as an alternative to CSFP to increase our ability to serve older adults • 10 sites located at community centers, apartment complexes and partner agency locations across the county • NEW CTFB program …
Commission on Aging REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, November 12, 2025 The Commission on Aging convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room 1101, 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Vice Chair Ferguson called the Commission on Aging Meeting to order at 12:15 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Teresa Ferguson (Vice Chair) Faith Lane Gloria Lugo Judi Nudelman Luan Tran Henry Van de Putte Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Suzanne Anderson Martin Kareithi Fred Lugo Jennifer Scott Preston Tyree Selina Yee PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Dr. Obiageli Chukwuneke – Equitable Aging for Older African Immigrants APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Commission on Aging regular meeting of October 8, 2025. The minutes of the October 8, 2025 meeting were approved on Commissioner Motion Van de Putte’s motion, Commissioner Scott’s second on an 11-0-1 vote. Commissioner Gloria Lugo abstained. Chair Bondi and Commissioner Adams were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 1. Presentation regarding the status of the Quality of Life Survey. Presentation by Emily D. Tisdale, M.Ed., Executive Director, University of Indianapolis Center for Aging & Community; and 1 Amanda Heckelsberg Wolfe, M.A., Senior Project Director, University of Indianapolis Center for Aging & Community. The presentation was provided by Amanda Heckelsberg Wolfe, M.A., Senior Project Director, University of Indianapolis Center for Aging & Community. 2. Presentation regarding cuts to Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for older adults. Presentation by Beth Corbett, Vice President of Government Affairs + Advocacy, Central Texas Food Bank. The presentation was provided by Beth Corbett, Vice President of Government Affairs + Advocacy, Central Texas Food Bank. Commissioners Tyree, Anderson, and Lane left the dais during this item. 3. Discussion regarding the progress of Resolution 20250605-084. Discussion was held. 4. Discussion regarding feedback on the Aging Boldly Conference. Discussion was held. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Approve the formation of a working group to perform an in-depth analysis of the Quality of Life Survey Report to fully understand the report and associated recommendations. The motion to approve the formation of a working group to perform an in-depth analysis of the Quality of Life Survey Report to fully understand the report and associated recommendations was approved on Commissioner Van de Putte’s motion, Commissioner Nudelman’s second on a 9-0 vote. Commissioners Anderson, Lane, and Tyree were off the dais. Chair Bondi and Commissioner Adams were absent. Members: Commissioners Nudelman, Tran, Gloria …
MEETING OF THE ELECTRIC UTILITY COMMISSION November 10, 2025 ▪ 6:00 PM AUSTIN ENERGY HEADQUARTERS/SHUDDE FATH CONFERENCE ROOM 4815 MUELLER BLVD AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Electric Utility Commission maybe participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register to speak remotely, contact Nici Huff, at Nici.Huff@AustinEnergy.com or via phone at 512-972-8621. Members: Dave Tuttle, Chair Kaiba White, Vice Chair Raul Alvarez Lauren Bellomy CALL TO ORDER Cesar Benavides Jonathon Blackburn Al Braden Chris Gillett AGENDA Chris Kirksey Cyrus Reed Joshua Rhodes PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 5 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 1. Approve the minutes of the Electric Utility Commission Regular Called Meeting on October 20, 2025. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Recommend approval authorizing a contract for for construction services for the Backup Control Center Uninterruptible Power Supply System Replacement for Austin Energy with Fakouri Electrical Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $629,199 plus a $60,000 contingency for a total contract amount not to exceed $689,199. Funding: $689,199 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. 3. Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to the membership agreement with the Electric Power Research Institute to add an additional $120,000 for research programs for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $1,320,000. Funding: $360,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. 4. Authorize negotiation and execution of all documents and instruments necessary or desirable to acquire approximately 0.0191 acres (832 square feet) of a permanent electric transmission and distribution easement out of Outlot 55, Division “O”, City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, being a portion of Lot 18, Block 2, Elm Grove, a subdivision of record in Book 2, Page 241, Plat Records, Travis County, Texas, from The Board of Directors of Lambie Homes Condominium Association, currently appraised at $95,021 subject to an …
Posting Language ..Title Authorize a contract for construction services for the Backup Control Center Uninterruptible Power Supply System Replacement for Austin Energy with Fakouri Electrical Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $629,199 plus a $60,000 contingency for a total contract amount not to exceed $689,199. Funding: $689,199 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. 25-2210 ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Managing Department Austin Energy. Amount and Source of Funding Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. Procurement Language: Austin Financial Services issued an Invitation for Bids solicitation IFB 6100 CLMC1097 for these services. The solicitation was issued on July 21, 2025, and closed on August 28, 2025. The recommended contractor submitted the only responsive offer. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bid received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=141987 . MBE/WBE: This contract will be awarded in compliance with City Code Chapter 2-9A (Minority-Owned and Women- Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). No goals were established for this solicitation. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to Austin Financial Services - Central Procurement at FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Respondents to the solicitation and their Agents should direct all questions to the Authorized Contact Person identified in the solicitation. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 10, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: The project involves the replacement of the aging Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) system at the Backup Control Center with a new, appropriately sized UPS system. This system will ensure uninterrupted power to the control center during outages, supporting critical infrastructure. The project covers engineering design and analysis for the new UPS system, procurement of equipment, installation and commissioning, detailed cost estimation and project scheduling. Due to the potential for unforeseen site conditions, design and material changes, labor and resource fluctuations, and project timeline uncertainties, a 10% contingency in funding has been included to allow for the expeditious processing of any change orders to cover any unforeseen construction costs associated with the project. There will be no impact to the public as all work will be on City property that is not open to the public. Item 2 If a contract is not approved, system disruptions or security breaches may occur. The contract allows 30 Calendar Days for completion of this …
Posting Language ..Title Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to the membership agreement with the Electric Power Research Institute to add an additional $120,000 for research programs for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $1,320,000. Funding: $360,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. 25-2301 ..De Lead Department Austin Energy Fiscal Note Funding: $360,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Prior Council Action: December 14, 2023 - Council authorized negotiation and execution of a membership agreement with the Electric Power Research Institute for research programs. For More Information: Amy Everhart, Director Local Government Issues 512-322-6087; Matthew Russell, Chief Technology Officer 512-322 6382. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 10, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: This amendment will provide additional funding to support supplemental projects related to scope development of Distributed Energy Resource Management Systems (DERMS), electric vehicle adoption, and field crew safety associated with lifting manhole covers. Through this continued membership agreement with Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI), Austin Energy partners with other utilities to provide funding to EPRI for collaborative research in the following areas of emerging technology: electric transportation and infrastructure, energy storage and distributed generation, distributed energy resource integration, and grid planning and operational technologies. Research results are used to support Austin Energy’s efforts to achieve its Council-mandated strategic goals. Membership in EPRI provides a cost-effective way for utilities to pool resources and participate in research projects that add value to their present and future operations. EPRI was established in 1973 as an independent, non-profit center for public interest energy and environmental research. EPRI brings together member organizations, scientists and engineers, and other leading experts to work collaboratively on solutions to the challenges of electric power. These solutions span nearly every area of power generation, delivery, and use, including health, safety, and the environment. EPRI’s members represent over 90 percent of the electricity generation in the United States, including several large municipal power utilities. Without this additional funding, Austin Energy would need to delay or cancel necessary research projects. Item 3
25-2353 Posting Language ..Title Approve a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings and payment to acquire approximately 0.0191 acres (832 square feet) of a permanent electric transmission and distribution easement out of Outlot 55, Division “O”, City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, being a portion of Lot 18, Block 2, Elm Grove, a subdivision of record in Book 2, Page 241, Plat Records, Travis County, Texas, from The Board of Directors of Lambie Homes Condominium Association, currently appraised at $95,021 subject to an increase in value based on updated appraisal(s), Special Commissioner’s award, negotiated settlement, or judgment. The property is located at 1106 Lambie Street, Austin, Texas 78702. Funding: $95,021 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. ..De Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. For More Information: Brandon Williamson, Austin Financial Services, 512-974-5666; Michael Gates, Austin Financial Services, 512- 974-5639; Amy Everhart, Austin Energy, Director, Local Government Issues (512) 322-6087; David Tomczyszyn, Austin Energy, VP Electric Systems Engineering and Technical Services, (512) 322-6821. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 10, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: This proposed acquisition is required to relocate various structures along the existing Circuit 1015 to accommodate the Texas Department of Transportation’s expansion of Interstate Highway 35 (IH-35) as part of the IH-35 Capital Express Lady Bird Lake program. The IH-35 Capital Express Lady Bird Lake project runs along IH-35 from Holly Street to State Highway 71/Ben White Blvd. The City has attempted to purchase the needed property at 1106 Lambie Street, Austin, Texas 78702. The City and the property owner have been unable to agree on the value of the needed acquisition. The Law Department is requesting authorization to file an action in eminent domain on behalf of the City, and to authorize the City to pay for the property interest in an amount determined by the appraisal, updated appraisal(s), a Special Commissioners’ award, negotiated settlement, or judgment. The State of Texas will reimburse the City for the cost to acquire these property rights, pursuant to both the Standard Utility Agreement executed between the parties regarding the relocation of Circuit 1015 and the Settlement Agreement in Case No. C-1-PB-24-001200 in Travis County Probate Court No. 1, concerning the State’s condemnation of the City’s property at 1007 Lambie Street. Item 4
25-2352 Posting Language ..Title Approve a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings and payment to acquire the property interests needed for the Lady Bird Lake CKT1015 Project in support of the Interstate Highway 35 (IH-35) Capital Express Lady Bird Lake Project for the public use of relocating various utility structures requiring the acquisition of an electric easement consisting of 0.0917 of one acre (3,994 square foot) of a permanent electric transmission and distribution easement, out of Outlot 56, Division “O”, City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, being a portion of Lot 1, Amended Plat of Lots 1-6, Block 1, Resubdivision of Lot 1, Block 1, Magnolia Addition, a subdivision of record in Document No. 200700182, Official Public Records, Travis County, Texas, said Lot 1 conveyed to ESR Development, Incorporated by Warranty Deed with Vendor’s Lien dated June 11, 2007, as recorded in Document No. 2007114168, Official Public Records, Travis County, Texas and by Condominium Declaration for 41 Waller Lofts, A Condominium dated September 7, 2007, as recorded in Document No. 2007167267, Official Public Records, Travis County, Texas; currently appraised at $503,093 subject to an increase in value based on updated appraisals, a Special Commissioner’s award, negotiated settlement, or judgment. The owner of the property is 41 Waller Lofts Condominium Association, Incorporated. The property is located at 41 Waller Street, Austin, Texas, 78702. The general route of the project is along IH-35 from Holly Street to State Highway 71/Ben White Boulevard. Funding: $503,093 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. ..De Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. For More Information: Brandon Williamson, Austin Financial Services, 512-974-5666; Michael Gates, Austin Financial Services, 512- 974-5639; Amy Everhart, Austin Energy, Director, Local Government Issues (512) 322-6087; David Tomczyszyn, Austin Energy, VP Electric Systems Engineering and Technical Services, (512) 322-6821. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 10, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: This proposed acquisition is required to relocate various structures along the existing Circuit 1015 to accommodate the Texas Department of Transportation’s expansion of Interstate Highway 35 (IH-35) as part of the IH-35 Capital Express Lady Bird Lake program. The IH-35 Capital Express Lady Bird Lake project runs along IH-35 from Holly Street to State Highway 71/Ben White Blvd. The City has attempted to purchase the needed property at 41 …
25-2354 Posting Language ..Title Approve a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings and payment to acquire the property interests needed for the LBL CKT1015 Project in support of the Interstate Highway 35 (IH-35) Capital Express Lady Bird Lake Project for the public use of relocating various utility structures requiring the acquisition of permanent electric transmission and distribution easement consisting of 0.0040 of one acre (174 square foot) of a permanent electric transmission and distribution easement, out of Outlot 55, Division “O”, City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, being a portion of Lot 12A, Resubdivision of Lots 11 and 12, Block 3, Elm Grove Addition, a subdivision of record in Book 13, Page 61, Plat Records, Travis County, Texas, said Lot 12A being described as a Declaration of Condominium Regime for 48 Waller Street Condominiums dated February 11, 2017, as recorded in Document Number 2017036860, Official Public Records, Travis County, Texas, same being a portion of Unit A in said Condominium Regime, said Unit A conveyed to Jason S. Goss, Justin Atwell Goss, and Courtney Camille Goss, all Individually and as Members of 48 Waller Street Condominium Association, Inc., by Warranty Deed with Vendor’s Lien dated June 20, 2017, as recorded in Document Number 2017100009, Official Public Records, Travis County, Texas; currently appraised at $19,009 subject to an increase in value based on updated appraisal(s), a Special Commissioner’s award, negotiated settlement or judgment. The owners of the needed property are Jason S. Goss, Justin Atewell Goss, Courtney Camille Goss, and 48 Waller Street Condominium Association Incorporated. The property is located at 48 Waller Street, Austin, Texas 78702. The general route of the project is along IH-35 from Holly Street to State Highway 71/Ben White Boulevard. Funding: $19,009 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. ..De Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. For More Information: Brandon Williamson, Austin Financial Services, 512-974-5666; Michael Gates, Austin Financial Services, 512- 974-5639; Amy Everhart, Austin Energy, Director, Local Government Issues (512) 322-6087; David Tomczyszyn, Austin Energy, VP Electric Systems Engineering and Technical Services, (512) 322-6821. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 10, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: This proposed acquisition is required to relocate various structures along the existing Circuit 1015 to accommodate the Texas Department of Transportation’s expansion of Interstate Highway …
Posting Language ..Title Authorize three contracts for security fencing-related products and services for Austin Energy with Tony Parent Enterprises, Inc. d/b/a Allied Fence & Security, Viking Fence Co Ltd, and Woolery Custom Fence Co, each for an initial term of one year with up to two one-year extension options in amounts not to exceed $ 38,310,000, divided among the contractors. Funding: $12,000,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. 25-2389 ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Client Department(s) Austin Energy. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $12,000,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Procurement Language: Austin Financial Services issued an Invitation for Bids solicitation IFB 1100 DPL1008REBID for these services. The solicitation was issued on June 16, 2025, and closed on July 29, 2025. Of the seven offers received, the recommended contractors submitted the lowest responsive offers. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bids received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=142555 . 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 goods and services required for this solicitation, there were no subcontracting opportunities therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to Austin Financial Services - Central Procurement at FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Respondents to the solicitation and their Agents should direct all questions to the Authorized Contact Person identified in the solicitation. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 10, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: These contracts will provide security fencing and related goods and services on an as-needed basis at Austin Energy substation and other locations. Contractors will supply all necessary labor, materials, and equipment to complete routine installations and maintenance as well as rapid response for urgent repairs resulting from damage, vandalism, or compromised gates. Without these contracts, the safety and security of Austin Energy properties, many of which house critical infrastructure, may be compromised. Tony Parent Enterprises and Woolery Custom Fence Co are current Item 7 providers of these services. Viking Fence Co Ltd and Woolery Custom Fence Co are local businesses. 25-2389 25-2389 Contract Details: Contract Term Initial Term Optional Extension …
25-2388 Posting Language ..Title Authorize a contract for NetApp products and services, including provision, delivery, installation, configuration, maintenance, and training for storage area networks, for Austin Energy with CDW, LLC d/b/a Sirius Computer Solutions, LLC, CDW Government for an initial term of one year with up to three 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $2,993,400. Funding: $686,000 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Client Department(s) Austin Energy. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $686,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Procurement Language: Multiple cooperative purchase programs were reviewed for these services. Austin Energy has determined this contractor best meets the needs of the department to provide these services required for the City. 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. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to Austin Financial Services - Central Procurement at FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 10, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: This contract will provide Austin Energy with use of NetApp network storage products and services, including provision, delivery, installation, configuration, maintenance, and training for storage area networks, as well as consolidated maintenance for existing connected storage. The storage area networks replace aging systems and improve the performance of critical components within Austin Energy data centers. This contract will replace an existing contract which expired November 30, 2025. The requested authorization amount was determined using departmental estimates based on historical spend and anticipated future usage. The Texas Department of Information Resources is a cooperative purchasing association recognized under Texas procurement statutes. Cooperative associations, themselves or using a lead government, competitively solicit and award contracts that are eligible for use by other qualified state and local governments. Due to Item 8 their substantial volumes, larger than any one government could achieve independently, cooperative contracts routinely include superior terms, conditions, and pricing. Use of cooperative contracts also results in lower administrative …
Posting Language ..Title Authorize an additional expenditure for the construction contract for the Sixth Street Chilled Water Transmission Line Extension for Austin Energy with Primoris Energy Services Corporation, to increase the amount by $5,648,400 for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $28,242,001. Funding: $28,242,001 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. 25-2393 ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Managing Department Austin Energy. Amount and Source of Funding Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. Procurement Language: Additional Authorization. MBE/WBE: This request is for additional expenditure authority only. MBE/WBE goals will be established if a change order is requested. Prior Council Action: November 21, 2024 - Council approved a contract with Primoris Energy Services Corporation for 6th Street Chilled Water Transmission Extension. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to the Austin Financial Services - Central Procurement at FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 10, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: The downtown chilled water system supports 48 buildings, with plans to integrate two new buildings by mid- year 2026. The system stretches over eight miles and cools more than 18 million square feet in downtown Austin. The additional expenditure is needed due to the discovery of building tie backs on 6th street requiring a switch to a larger wooden box tunnel method. The goal of the project is to add 1,727 feet of new chilled water pipes, both supply and return, inside a 72-inch pipe casing. The work will happen in the public right-of-way, from 400 W 6th Street to 101 1/2 E 6th Street. To do this, seven 30’ x 15’ large holes will be installed for the wood box tunneling. Two 24-inch chilled water pipes will be installed, starting east of Congress Avenue and ending at the corner of San Antonio Street and 6th Street. If the 6th Street Chilled Water Transmission Line Extension project doesn’t move forward as planned, it will impact the continuity of chilled water service for downtown customers. An additional 90 days will be added to the original 360-day schedule due to the expanded scope of work. Item 9 This project is located within zip code 78701 (District 9). 25-2393
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MONDAY, NOVEMEBER 10, 2025 AT 5:30 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, ROOM 1001 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT 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, contact Elaine Ramirez at 512-974-2202 or email elaine.ramirez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: ___Jessica Cohen (Chair) ___Melissa Hawthorne (Vice-Chair) ___Haseeb Abdullah ___Thomas Ates ___Sameer S Birring ___ Jeffery Bowen ___ Yung-ju Kim ___Bianca A Medina-Leal ___Brian Poteet ___Margaret Shahrestani ___Michael Von Ohlen ___Corry L Archer-Mcclellan (Alternate) ___Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 4 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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Board of Adjustment Regular meeting on October 13, 2025. On-Line Link: Oct 13, 2025 draft minutes PUBLIC HEARINGS Discussion and action on the following cases New Interpretation case: 2. C15-2025-0041 Christ May (Appellant) Warren Konkel (Owner) 6706 Bridge Hill Cove On-Line Link: ADV PACKET APPELLANT; ADV PACKET PERMIT HOLDER; PRESENTATION APPELLANT; PRESENTATION PERMIT HOLDER; AE REPORT Appellant challenges approval of administrative revisions to Plan Review No. 2022- 0060407PR and revisions to the following associated permits: Building Permit No. 2022-093202BP (house remodel/additions) Building Permit no. 2022-093203BP (pool) on the grounds that the approved work violates the applicable regulations of the Lake Austin (LA) zoning district established under City Code Chapter 25-2 (Zoning), including limitations on the modification or expansion of a legally noncomplying structure under City Code Sec. 25-2-963 (Modification and Maintenance of Noncomplying Structures) and other applicable site development standards. Previous Postponed Sign cases: 3. C16-2025-0005 Jonathan Perlstein for Elizabeth McFarland 4700 Weidemar Lane On-Line Link: ITEM03 ADV PACKET PART1, PART2, PART3, PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a sign variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-10-127 (Multi-Family Residential Sign District Regulations): (E) (2) (a) to exceed …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MONDAY, NOVEMEBER 10, 2025 AT 5:30 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, ROOM 1001 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT 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, contact Elaine Ramirez at 512-974-2202 or email elaine.ramirez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: ___Jessica Cohen (Chair) ___Melissa Hawthorne (Vice-Chair) ___Haseeb Abdullah ___Thomas Ates ___Sameer S Birring ___ Jeffery Bowen ___ Yung-ju Kim ___Bianca A Medina-Leal ___Brian Poteet ___Margaret Shahrestani ___Michael Von Ohlen ___Corry L Archer-Mcclellan (Alternate) ___Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) Executive Session The Board of Adjustment may announce it will go into Executive Session pursuant to Chapter 551.071 of the Texas Government Code to receive advice from legal counsel to discuss Case No. C15-2025-0035 reconsideration of the appeal by Bob Kaler and Carol Journeay (appellant) and other legal questions relevant to the appeal where the appellant is challenging the approval of a building permit (BP No. 2025- 072930) and related construction plans for proposed development of a three-unit residential use at 205 East 34th Street, Austin, TX 78705 which is owned by Katereyna Luschchenko. REVISED AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 4 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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Board of Adjustment Regular meeting on October 13, 2025. On-Line Link: Oct 13, 2025 draft minutes PUBLIC HEARINGS Discussion and action on the following cases New Interpretation case: 2. C15-2025-0041 Christ May (Appellant) Warren Konkel (Owner) 6706 Bridge Hill Cove On-Line Link: ADV PACKET APPELLANT; ADV PACKET PERMIT HOLDER; PRESENTATION APPELLANT; PRESENTATION PERMIT HOLDER; AE REPORT Appellant challenges approval of administrative revisions to Plan Review No. 2022- 0060407PR and revisions to the following associated permits: Building Permit No. 2022-093202BP (house remodel/additions) Building Permit no. 2022-093203BP (pool) on the grounds …
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Monday, October 13, 2025 The BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT convened in a Regular meeting on Monday, October 13, 2025, at 301 West 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Madam Chair Jessica Cohen called the Board of Adjustment Meeting to order at 5:45 PM. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance in-Person: Jessica Cohen-Chair, Melissa Hawthorne-Vice Chair, Haseeb Abdullah, Jeffery Bowen, Brian Poteet, Maggie Shahrestani, Corry L Archer-Mcclellan (Alternate) Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Thomas Ates, Sameer S Birring, Yung-ju Kim, Bianca A. Medina-Leal Board Members absent: Michael Von Ohlen, Suzanne Valentine (unavailable) 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 meetings on September 8, 2025. On-Line Link: Draft Minutes for September 8, 2025 The minutes from the meeting on September 8, 2025, were approved on Vice Chair Melissa Hawthorne, Board member Brian Poteet second, on 10-0-1 Vote (Board member Haseeb Abdullah abstained). PUBLIC HEARINGS Discussion and action on the following cases. New Interpretation case: 2. C15-2025-0035 Bob Kaler and Carol Journeay (Appellant) Kateryna Luschchenko (Owner) 205 E. 34th Street On-Line Link: ITEM02 APPELLANT-ADV PACKET PART1, APPELLANT-PART2, ITEM02 PERMIT HOLDER- ADV PACKET, ITEM02 STAFF REPORT, APPELLANT PRESENTATION, PERMIT HOLDER PRESENTATION PART1, PART2, PART3, PART4 The appellant has filed an appeal challenging the approval of a building permit (BP No. 2025-072930) and related construction plans for proposed development of a three-unit residential use at 205 East 34th Street, Austin, TX 78705. The appeal alleges that City staff’s decision to approve the permit failed to comply with applicable zoning regulations, including requirements of the North University Neighborhood Conservation-Neighborhood Plan (NCCD-NP) Combining District (Ordinance No. 040826-58) and/or Chapter 25-2 relating to required setbacks, limits on gross floor area, and other site development standards, as well as requirements for development applications in Section 25-1-82 (Non- Subdivision Application Requirements and Expiration). Ordinance No. 040826-58 North University Neighborhood Conservation Combining District Section 3 - Street yard setbacks. Front yard setback. The minimum front yard setback equals the average of the front yard setbacks of the principal single- Note: Part 6 General Provisions. Except as otherwise provided in this ordinance, the following provisions apply to all …
BOA INTERPRETATION APPEAL COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2025-0041 BOA DATE: November 10th, 2025 ADDRESS: 6706 Bridge Hill Cv OWNER: Warren Konkel COUNCIL DISTRICT: 10 APPELLANT: Christy May ZONING: LA; I-SF-2 LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 6 BRIDGE HILL SUBD APPEAL REQUEST: Appellant challenges approval of administrative revisions to Plan Review No. 2022- 0060407PR and revisions to the following associated permits: Building Permit No. 2022-093202BP (house remodel/additions) Building Permit no. 2022-093203BP (pool) SUMMARY: the Revision does not comply with current applicable zoning regulations. ISSUES: illegally unpermitted non-complying structures- occupied basement building, overhead roof structure, trellis & covered patio ZONING LAND USES LA; I-SF-2 Site North LA; I-SF-2 South LA; I-SF-2 LA; I-SF-2 East LA West Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Lake Austin NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Independent School District Aqua Verde Homeowners Association BRNA ASSOCIATION, INC. City of Rollingwood Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Save Our Springs Alliance TNR BCP – Travis County Natural Resources The Creek at Riverbend Neighborhood Association ITEM02/1-APPELLANT ITEM02/2-APPELLANT Development Services Department interpretation is: The pool deck built to within the degree it reduces because drawn sketch that was submitted was not the last legal non-complying expansion required non-compliance 5' of the side lot line in the LA district of non-complying with the 2022 permit condition of the 1997 "Original 10' LA setback. the current to 5' and is justified from O' side yard setback Nevertheless, of the Property. side yard setback application. proposal on that basis. of O' from the hand The sketch condition It was an illegal is grandfathered Project" grandfathered survey encroachments of into the degree decreases the the second Likewise, runs approximately 17 lineal was approved into the setback. because story addition over the Original Project feet along the side yard, 5' into the 10' required on non-compliance the degree it did not increase by encroachment first story building which side yard I feel the correct interpretation is: The original the Building approved, was an illegal Project Original setback expansion further legal non-complying Official that what was built deck is what is shown on the 1997 survey. We agree with was 2022 permit the subject of the of the legal non-complying status after 2001 and before unpermitted encroachment. expansion Whether the 2001 permit is irrelevant encroachment of the setback for two reasons: that was issued allowed 1.No inspections acknowledged were ever called that it has expired. on that permit, and the Building Official has 2.Aerial photography shows, between …
David Hartman ( 303 Colorado, Suite 2300 Austin, TX 78701 www.dbcllp.com October 24, 2025 Via E-Mail: Austin Board of Adjustment Elaine Ramirez Senior Planner, Austin Development Services Elaine.ramirez@autintexas.gov Re: Objection to Standing and Jurisdiction Board of Adjustment ID: C15-2025-0041 Date of Board Hearing: November 10, 2025 Property: 6706 Bridge Hill Cove To the Austin Board of Adjustment, Austin City Code § 25-1-183 sets forth mandatory requirements for a valid notice of appeal to the Board. The Code provides: 25-1-183 – Information Required in Notice of Appeal The notice of appeal must be on a form prescribed by the responsible director or building official and must include: the name, address, and telephone number of the appellant; the name of the applicant, if the appellant is not the applicant; the decision being appealed; the date of the decision; 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. a description of the appellant's status as an interested party; and 6. the reasons the appellant believes the decision does not comply with the requirements of this title. The appellant’s filing fails to meet these jurisdictional prerequisites. Specifically, the appeal omits both (a) the decision being appealed and (b) the date of that decision. There are at least two administrative actions that could potentially be at issue relating to the approvals issued on September 24, 2025, in connection with two separate Building Permits 2022-093202 BP and 2022-093203 BP, however, neither the permit numbers nor the approval date are identified anywhere in the notice of appeal. It is not clear to the Property’s Owner which action or permit is the subject of the applicant’s challenge. Because compliance with § 25-1-183 is a mandatory condition precedent to the Board’s jurisdiction, an appeal that fails to include the required information is legally defective and cannot properly invoke the Board’s authority. The omission of the decision and decision date prevents both the City and affected parties from identifying the administrative action being challenged, undermining the procedural integrity of the appeal process. ITEM02/1-PERMIT HOLDER October 24, 2025 Page 2 Accordingly, we respectfully object and assert that: 1. The appellant’s notice of appeal is facially deficient under § 25-1-183; 2. The Board therefore lacks jurisdiction to consider the appeal; 3. The appellant lacks standing to maintain this proceeding; and 4. Because the statutory window for filing a notice of appeal has expired, the deficiencies in the notice cannot be remedied or cured, and the appeal …
October 22, 2025 Christy May 6708 Bridge Hill Cv Austin TX, 78746 Property Description: LOT 6 BRIDGE HILL SUBD Re: C15-2025-0041 Dear Christy, 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 25-2-2963 at 6706 Bridge Hill Cv. 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_1.10.0CL SARE If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Ashleigh Woolf, MuniProg, Paraprofessional Austin Energy Public Involvement | Real Estate Services 2500 Montopolis Drive Austin, TX 78741 (512) 322-6050
