2024 Approved Meeting Schedule for Building & Fire Code Board of Appeals The board shall meet monthly at 1:30 pm or when the board is legally required to meet to comply with a legal deadline. MEETING DATES CANCELLED DATES Notes (The 4th Wednesday) Election of Officers Annual Report Due January 24, 2024 February 28, 2024 March 27, 2024 April 24, 2024 May 22, 2024 June 26, 2024 July 24, 2024 August 28, 2024 September 25, 2024 October 23, 2024 November 21,2024 Moved to 3rd Thursday Thanksgiving- Nov 28&29 December 19, 2024 Moved to 3rd Thursday Christmas on 4th Wed Remember to note change in regular meeting date if it conflicts with a holiday.
2024 Approved Meeting Schedule for Building & Fire Code Board of Appeals The board shall meet monthly at 1:30 pm or when the board is legally required to meet to comply with a legal deadline. MEETING DATES CANCELLED DATES Notes (The 4th Wednesday) Election of Officers Annual Report Due January 24, 2024 February 28, 2024 March 27, 2024 April 24, 2024 May 22, 2024 June 26, 2024 July 24, 2024 August 28, 2024 September 25, 2024 October 23, 2024 November 21,2024 Moved to 3rd Thursday Thanksgiving- Nov 28&29 December 19, 2024 Moved to 3rd Thursday Christmas on 4th Wed Remember to note change in regular meeting date if it conflicts with a holiday.
Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals Board Meeting APPROVED Minutes The Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals met in a Special Called Meeting on February 21, 2024 Board Member, Brasfield called the meeting to order at 1:14 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Ashley Juraska, Ben Abzug, Ron Buys, Aubrey Brasfield, Allison Satt, Oren Mitzer and Allan Schumann Board Members Not in Attendance: Gary Wilks and Jim Rumbo Staff in Attendance: Rick Arzola (DSD), February 21, 2024 APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 1. The minutes from the August 23, 2023, Regular Called meeting were approved as written. Board member Satt made a motion to accept the minutes as written, board member Buys second the motion. Motion pass 7-0. Board member Wilks and Rumbo were absent. DISCUSSION and ACTION: 2. Approval of the 2024 Board Schedule- Board member Juraska made a motion to approve the 2024 Building and Fire Board of Appeals schedule, Board member Abzug second the motion. Motion passed 7-0. Board members Wilks and Rumbo were absent from this meeting. 3 FUTURE AGEND ITEMS: 1. Discussion and Recommendation- Windowless Bedrooms . 4 ADJOURN – Board member Brasfield a made a motion to adjourn the meeting, board member Schumann second the motion to adjourn. Motion pass 7-0. Board member Wilks and Rumbo were absent for this meeting. The minutes were approved at the March 27, 2024 meeting on board member Abzug motion, board member Buys second the motion on a 7-0 vote. Board member Wilkes and Juraska were absent.
Regular Called Meeting of the Bond Oversight Committee February 21st, 2024, 2:00 P.M to 4:00 P.M Austin City Hall, Boards & Commissions Room 1101 301 W 2nd Street, Austin TX 78701 Some members of the BOARD/COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Nicole Hernandez, 512-974-7644, nicole.hernandez@austintexas.gov CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Charles Curry, Chair John McNabb, Vice Chair Ramiro Diaz Stephen Gonzalez Francoise Luca CALL TO ORDER AGENDA Edward McHorse Santiago Rodriguez Kristen Weaver Nicole Wren 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. 1. Approval of the minutes of the Regular meeting of the Bond Oversight Commission on APPROVAL OF MINUTES January 17, 2024. . DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation regarding The Affordable Housing Bond Program by, Awais Azhar, Deputy Director, HousingWorks Austin 3. Discussion of feedback on the Municipal Capital Project Public Dashboard presented January 17, 2024 4. Discussion on the creation of a Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) report that show projects behind their planned execution date schedule 5.Discussion on the possible actions of the Bond Oversight Commissions role in recommendation to Council on the timing of bond elections 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 Nicole Hernandez, Capital Delivery Department, at 512-974-7644, for additional information; TTY users’ route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Bond Oversight Commission, please contact Nicole Hernandez at 512-974-7644.
HousingWorks Austin Affordable Housing Bonds www.housingworksaustin.org Awais Azhar (Av-es), awais@housingworksaustin.org Deputy Director HousingWorks Austin Median Family Income (MFI) City of Austin Strategic Housing Blueprint Affordable Housing Bond Priorities • • • • Affordable Housing Bond Background • • • Homes created through the 2006, 2013, and 2018 Affordable Housing Bonds 8,363 6,623 4,456 Total homes built Affordable homes for renter households earning $93,450 or less Affordable homes for renter households earning $58,400 or less 583 575 173 Affordable homes for owner households earning $93,450 Homes dedicated to Permanent Supportive Housing Homes assisted using Home Repair Program in the past fiscal year Land Acquisition • • • • • • • Economic Impact of the 2013 2018 Affordable Housing Bonds Built and rehabilitated 4,370 homes ~3,700 deeply affordable, including 830 permanent supportive homes~ $1.08 billion total construction impact Leveraged $790 million additional funds Added 7,460 jobs Bought supplies Workers spent $609 million in earnings Households living in the new affordable units saved $18.5 million Generated almost $60 million through operations and maintenance Workers spent over $42 million in income per year Employed over 700 workers, including 300 for supportive services Total ongoing impact of $101.3 million per year Generated $25 million by providing supportive services For further information go to: https://tinyurl.com/2p8j66jf 3
Bond Oversight Commission Discussion Items February 21, 2024 Executive Lead: Stephen Grace, PE Assistant Director Capital Delivery Services “Effectively and Efficiently Deliver Quality Projects with the Concept of Speed” 1 Discussion Items • Capital Projects Dashboard Feedback? • Sortable/Filterable • Tied to eCapris/Working Project Management Information System • “Late” Capital Project Report • In Development, Gaps in Historic Data • Discussion on Possible Actions in Support of Commission Work Plan City of Austin | Capital Delivery Services Department | One City, One Team, One Approach 2
Bond Oversight Commission REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, February 21, 2024 The Bond Oversight Commission convened in a Regular meeting on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at 301 W. 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Charles Curry called the Bond Oversight Meeting to order at 2:00 p.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Charles Curry, Chair John McNabb, Vice Chair Ramiro Diaz Edward McHorse Kristen Weaver Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Stephen Gonzalez Francoise Luca Santiago Rodriguez PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Bond Oversight Commission Regular meeting on January 17, 2024. The minutes from the meeting of January 17, 2024, were approved on Commissioner John McNabb’s motion, Commissioner Ramiro Diaz’s second on an 8-0 vote with Commissioner Nicole Wren absent. 1 3. 4. 5. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation regarding The Affordable Housing Bond Program by, Awais Azhar, Deputy Director, HousingWorks Austin. Discussion on the City of Austin’s 2006/2013/2018 Affordable Housing Bonds presentation its progress on projects, where funds have been spent throughout the City and eligibility for the program. Discussion of feedback on the Municipal Capital Project Public Dashboard presented January 17, 2024 Discussion on how CDS plans to build out new dashboard with framework similar to DTX Dashboard. The new CDS dashboard will be able to provide information on how bond funds are being used, funds available, and cost and schedule variances. Discussion on the creation of a Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) report that shows projects behind their planned execution date schedule. Discussion on proposing a work plan for the Bond Oversight Commission to expand the bigger picture of projects that are not on schedule. Discussion on the possible actions of the Bond Oversight Commissions role in recommendation to Council on the timing of bond elections Discussion on possible actions of the Commission’s role led to a consensus that a presentation and dialogue with the Financial Services Department will be informative and help the Commission develop a work plan for the remaining FY24 meetings. 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 Nicole Hernandez, Capital Delivery Department, at 512-974-7644, for additional information; …
MEMORANDUM ************************************************************************ TO: Hank Smith, Chair (ZAP) Zoning and Platting Commission Members FROM: DATE: RE: Cynthia Hadri Planning Department February 8, 2024 C14-2023-0120 - Chaparral 10% Below Request for Indefinite Postponement Request by the Applicant ************************************************************************ The Applicant requests an indefinite postponement of the above-referenced rezoning case. The request is to allow time for Home 2 Amendments to go to City Council. Please refer to attached correspondence. Renotification of the case will be required. I would like to indefinitely postpone the rezoning of 207 Chaparral, 209 Chaparral, 211 Chaparral, 301 Chaparral, 303 Chaparral, 7005 Circle S and 7007 Circle S to wait for HOME phase 2 to pass. To Whom It May Concern: Justin Poses PHARMACY RZ86-056RC SP-02-0336C CAR WASH GR 79-080 78-211 APTS. 81-12RC APTS. LR 75-096 LO ( = = = = = = = = = ( ( ( ( ( S T N E M T R A P A LO = SF-3 = = = = ( ( ( ( = ( ( ( SF-3 ( SF-3 ( R K D O O N Y K S ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( SF-3 ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( R T D N O M N O O M ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( SF-3 ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( R R D A T S = = = = = 73-221 FAST\FOOD RETAIL CENTER RESTAURANT GR RZ-85-073 02-0087 C14-02-0087 CS-1-CO FAST\FOOD ( ( APARTMENTS MF-2 CLEAR = DAY D R 73-221 E V A S S E R G N O C S APA RT M E NTS MF-2 73-221 ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( SF-3 C L O ( ( U D VIE W D R ( ( ( SF-3 ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( = SF-3 = = = METEO = = ( ( R D R ( ( ( ( = = = ( = = CHUR CH LO C14-01-0179 01-0179 DR MINI W A REH O US ES O LG UIN S T ( ( ( ( SF-2 ( ( ( ( ( ( SF-2 DR (N O T O N G R O U N D) M H ( C14-2013-0157 LO-MU ( R S D E L R A H Y …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET DISTRICT: 2 ZONING TO: SF-3 CASE: C14-2023-0121 ZONING FROM: I-RR ADDRESS: 10801 Bradshaw Road SITE AREA: 2.0 acres (87,120 sq. ft.) PROPERTY OWNER: DRMTX Investment LLC AGENT: Keppers Land Planning (Ricca Keepers) CASE MANAGER: Cynthia Hadri 512-974-7620, Cynthia.hadri@austintexas.gov STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The staff recommendation is to grant family residence (SF-3) district zoning. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: February 20, 2024: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: ORDINANCE NUMBER: ISSUES: N/A CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The property in question is approximately 2.0 acres, consists of one lot and currently zoned interim rural residence (I-RR) district. The subject site is currently developed with a manufactured home residence. There is single family residential to the north, south and east (SF-2 & SF-4A), a high school and golf course (I-RR & CR-CO) to the west, and an RV and boat storage to the south that takes access from Bradshaw Road (LR-CO). Please refer to Exhibits A (Zoning Map) and B (Aerial View). The applicant has requested rezoning to the family residence (SF-3) district in order to demolish the mobile home and construct two single family houses. Per the comprehensive plan review comments this site meets four of the Imagine Austin Decision Guidelines. The site is located on an Imagine Austin Corridor, within 0.50 miles from goods and services and a public school. This site also expands the number of units and housing choice that suits a variety of household sizes, incomes, and lifestyle needs of a diverse population in support of Imagine Austin and the Strategic Housing Blueprint. C14-2023-0121 2 BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION: 1. The proposed zoning should be consistent with the purpose statement of the district sought. The family residence (SF-3) district is intended as an area for moderate density single-family residential use, with a minimum lot size of 5,750 square feet. Duplex use is permitted under development standards which maintain single-family neighborhood characteristics. This district is appropriate for existing single-family neighborhoods having typically moderate sized lot patterns, as well as for development of additional family housing areas with minimum land requirements. 2. Zoning should allow for reasonable use of the property. ZONING I-RR SF-2 & SF-4A SF-2 & LR-CO SF-2 & SF-4A I-RR & CR-CO Family residence (SF-3) district zoning will allow for the proposed residential development and is suitable since it is consistent with the land uses in the surrounding area. Staff recommends approval of the applicant’s request because the …
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ZONING & PLATTING COMMISSION AGENDA Tuesday, February 20, 2024 The Zoning and Platting Commission will convene at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX. Some members of the Zoning and Platting Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Scott Boone (District 1) Alejandra Flores (District 5) William D. Floyd (Mayor) David Fouts (District 2) Kendra Garrett (District 9) Betsy Greenberg - Vice-Chair (District 6) Hank Smith – Chair (District 8) Lonny Stern (District 3) Carrie Thompson – Secretary (District 10) District 4 - Vacant District 7 - Vacant EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) The Zoning & Platting Commission will announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel on matters specifically listed on this agenda. The commission may not conduct a closed meeting without the approval of the city attorney. Private Consultation with Attorney – Section 551.071 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION The first four (4) speakers signed up prior to the speaker registration deadline will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. Attorney: Steven Maddoux, 512-974-6080 Commission Liaison: Andrew Rivera, 512-974-6508 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of minutes from February 6, 2024. PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. Rezoning: Location: C14-2023-0120 - Chaparral 10% Below; District 2 211 & 203 Chaparral Rd; 7005 & 7007 Circle S. Rd., South Boggy Creek Watershed Owner/Applicant: Rundog Real Estate Group (Mr. Justin Poses) RD Chaparral Subd LLC Agent: SF-2 to SF-4A Request: Staff Rec.: Recommended Cynthia Hadri, 512-974-7620, cynthia.hadri@austintexas.gov Staff: Planning Department C14-2023-0121 - Bradshaw; District 2 10801 Bradshaw Road, Rinard Creek Watershed 3. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: DRMTX Investments LLC Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Keepers Land Planning (Ricca Keepers) I-RR to SF-3 Recommended Cynthia Hadri, 512-974-7620, cynthia.hadri@austintexas.gov Planning Department 4. Zoning: Location: C14-2023-0100 - Optimist Club Recreation, District 6 13504 ½ Briarwick Drive, 9100 Meadowheath Drive, 13332 Villa Park Drive, 13300-134011 Morris Road, Lake Creek Watershed Owner/Applicant: Optimist Club of Town & Country Round Rock Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Thrower Design LLC (A. Ron Thrower) I-RR to GR-CO Recommended Sherri Sirwaitis, 512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov Planning Department Postponement Request: Postponement request by Staff to March 5, 2024 BRIEFING 5. Equity-Based Preservation Plan Presenter: Cara Bertron, 512- 974-1446, cara.bertron@austintexas.gov, Planning Department Attorney: Steven …
ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION | FEBRUARY 20, 2024 Austin History Center (C05767, PICA 24201, PICA 29995), Chen Chen Wu, City of Austin Plan Vision Historic preservation in Austin actively engages communities in protecting and sharing important places and stories. Preservation uses the past to create a shared sense of belonging and to shape an equitable, inclusive, sustainable, and economically vital future for all. Joe’s Bakery, anonymous, Amy Moreland/ Austin’s Atlas Community-Based Process 12 months 22 working group and drafting committee meetings 1,100 working group hours 38 focus group hours 2,200+ staff hours Icons from the Noun Project: Community by Gan Khoon Lay, focus group by mikicon, committee by Adrien Coquet Community-Based Process “Being part of the working group was a great experience mainly because the members had diverse backgrounds, but the same goal. It was a rare learning experience.” Michelle Benavides Ursula A. Carter Linda Y. Jackson Brenda Malik Emily Payne Gilbert Rivera 1 Brita Wallace* 1 Justin Bragiel 2 Mary Jo Galindo* Meghan King* Alyson McGee 1 Rocio Peña-Martinez* JuanRaymon Rubio 2 Bob Ward 1 Noel Bridges Jerry Garcia 1 Jolene Kiolbassa 1 Debra Murphy 2 Misael Ramos* Maria Solis* 1 Caroline Wright 1 *Drafting Committee member 1 Phase 1 only 2 Phase 2 only Julia Brookins* Ben Goudy 2 Kevin Koch Robin Orlowski 2 Mary Reed* 1 Erin Waelder Amalia Carmona 2 Hanna Huang* 1 Kelechi Madubuko Leslie Ornelas 1 Lori Renteria 1 Equity-Based Preservation Plan REVIEWING THE DRAFT Neal Douglass, Oct. 1949, ND-49-346-02, Austin History Center, Austin Public Library. Draft Plan Goals 1. Tell Austin’s full history 9. Proactively identify important places 2. Recognize cultural heritage 10. Follow good designation practices 3. Preserve archaeological resources 11. Support stewardship of community 4. Stabilize communities assets 5. Support environmental sustainability 12. Be strategic with review 6. Engage communities equitably 13. Protect historic resources 7. Support people doing the work 14. Implement the plan collaboratively 8. Engage new partners What We Preserve Parade and mural unveiling (The Austin Chronicle), San Antonio Office of Historic Preservation Think broadly. • Recognize Austin’s rich and complex history through active listening, inclusive research, and interpretation • Better recognize and protect legacy businesses, murals, and archaeological resources • Use preservation tools to support community stabilization and environmental sustainability Who Preserves Invite and support. • Help people access knowledge, resources, and decision-making power • Streamline and explain historic review and designation processes • Support craftspeople, commissioners, …
Regular Meeting ZONING & PLATTING COMMISSION Tuesday, February 20, 2024 The Zoning & Platting Commission convened in a meeting on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 @ http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Chair Smith called the Commission Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Commission Members in Attendance: Betsy Greenberg – Vice-Chair Alejandra Flores - Parliamentarian William D. Floyd Dave Fouts Carrie Thompson - Secretary Hank Smith – Chair Absent Scott Boone Lonny Stern Kendra Garrett 2 Vacancies on the dais. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION The first four (4) speakers signed up prior to the speaker registration deadline will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of minutes from February 6, 2024. Approval of minutes from February 6, 2024 was approved on the consent agenda on the motion by Vice-Chair Greenberg, seconded by Commissioner Flores on a vote of 6-0. Commissioners Boone and Garrett absent. Two vacancies on the dais. PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: C14-2023-0120 - Chaparral 10% Below; District 2 211 & 203 Chaparral Rd; 7005 & 7007 Circle S. Rd., South Boggy Creek Watershed Rundog Real Estate Group (Mr. Justin Poses) RD Chaparral Subd LLC SF-2 to SF-4A Recommended Cynthia Hadri, 512-974-7620, cynthia.hadri@austintexas.gov Planning Department Motion to grant Applicant’s request for postponement of this item was approved on the consent agenda on the motion by Vice-Chair Greenberg, seconded by Commissioner Flores on a vote of 6-0. Commissioners Boone and Garrett absent. Two vacancies on the dais. 3. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: C14-2023-0121 - Bradshaw; District 2 10801 Bradshaw Road, Rinard Creek Watershed DRMTX Investments LLC Keepers Land Planning (Ricca Keepers) I-RR to SF-3 Recommended Cynthia Hadri, 512-974-7620, cynthia.hadri@austintexas.gov Planning Department Public Hearing closed. Motion to grant Staff’s recommendation of SF-3 district zoning for C14-2023-0121 - Bradshaw located at 10801 Bradshaw Road was approved on the consent agenda on the motion by Vice-Chair Greenberg, seconded by Commissioner Flores on a vote of 6-0. Commissioners Boone and Garrett absent. Two vacancies on the dais. 4. Zoning: Location: C14-2023-0100 - Optimist Club Recreation, District 6 13504 ½ Briarwick Drive, 9100 Meadowheath Drive, 13332 Villa Park Drive, 13300-134011 Morris Road, Lake Creek Watershed Optimist Club of Town & Country Round Rock Thrower Design LLC (A. Ron Thrower) I-RR to GR-CO Recommended Sherri Sirwaitis, 512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov Planning Department Owner/Applicant: Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Postponement Request: …
Customer Energy Solutions FY24 – Quarter 1 Report As of December 31, 2023 Quarterly Rebates by District and Outside of COA 6000000.00 5000000.00 4000000.00 3000000.00 2000000.00 1000000.00 0.00 $4.9 M Q1 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 Outside COA Solar PBI not included. Rebates paid may not align with AE Finance eCombs system as of September 30, 2022. Dollars are unaudited. Data is as of September 30, 2022 and is not a complete year. Energy Efficiency Services Residential Programs AE Weatherization (WAP) – Direct Install • The program is working on implementing the new federal HVAC energy efficiency SEER2, EER2 and HSPF2 levels into the rebate processing software configuration. Appliance Efficiency Program (AEP) • The Appliance Efficiency Program implemented the new federal HVAC energy efficiency SEER2, EER2 and HSPF2 levels into the configuration of the rebate processing software, the Energy Efficiency Collaboration Platform (EECP). The program also simplified the HVAC rebate table and increased the rebates for each HVAC type. • The program team implemented a hard stop in the EECP application process for any new applications generating a zero-dollar rebate. The goal of the hard stop is to reduce staff review time of blank enrollments, enrollments submitted with errors or non-qualifying equipment. 1 • The program worked to revise and reduce the list of participating contractors to only those currently Home Performance w/Energy Star (HPwES) active in the program. SPUR: Instant Savings • Seasonal offer of new hose timers and lawn equipment discounts at Home Depot and Lowes. • The vendor field representative held numerous in-store events this quarter to bring awareness to Instant Savings, Power Partner and other EES programs. He has successfully established relationships with store managers and is having events in retail locations that have not participated before. School Based Education: All-Stars • The summer quarter is quiet due to school being out, we are preparing for a great school year. • We increased the goal from 5,443 to 7,000 and our vendor has decided to add a $50 gift card to teachers who sign up to increase the chances of reaching the annual goal. This incentive is no cost to us. When teachers submit student surveys after participating, they receive a $50 gift card, this can equal $100 for participating. • The revised student kits include Advanced Power Strip, two LED Light Bulbs A19, Return Air Whistle, Showerhead 1.5 gpm, Kitchen …
Multifamily & Commercial Project Pipeline – Monthly Report 02/01/2024 Figure 1: Commercial and Multifamily Project Pipeline Commercial and Small Business Multifamily 160 140 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 t n u o C t c e j o r P 145 44 Pre-Approval in Progress Approved: Installation and Verification 160 140 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 t n u o C t c e j o r P 44 105 7 14 Pre-Approval in Progress Approved: Installation and Verification Multifamily Multifamily Income Qualified Project Pipeline Notes: 2. Pipeline Definitions 1. Figures includes all leads and applications, regardless of estimated rebate amount. In coordination with the customer and contractor, Austin Energy periodically removes leads and new applications that do not proceed to Installation. a. “Pre-Approval in Progress” includes: 1) customer/contractor submitted leads; 2) applications in development but not yet submitted to Austin Energy; and 3) applications submitted to Austin Energy that are under review for eligibility and approval of project scope. b. “Approved: Installation and Verification” includes projects: 1) approved with installation underway; and 2) where installation is complete and final inspection and quality review are ongoing. c. Paid projects are listed on the preceding RMC summary table in this report. Multifamily & Commercial Project Pipeline – Monthly Report 02/01/2024 Table 1: Multifamily and Multifamily Income Qualified – Estimated RCA Project Pipeline (for estimated rebates >$74k) Program Latest Workflow Enrollment (s) # Location Name Installation Address Council District Estimated kW savings Estimated kWh savings Estimated $ Incentive Installation Lincoln Oaks 263.3 766,330 $257,806 11700 Metric Blvd 1266038, 1279735, 1292608, 1292617 Measures Planned Phase 1 (Complete): Water Saving Devices, Phase 2 (In Progress): LED Lighting, Plenum Remediation & Seal, HVAC Tune-Up, Smart Thermostats Total # of Units 296 Installation 1277574 Buckingham Place Duplexes 743 YARSA BLVD Installation 1301882 West Koenig Flats 5608 Avenue F 34.2 159,495 $74,700 HVAC Tune-Ups, Smart Thermostats 166 39.0 185,377 $109,200 HVAC Tune-up, Smart Thermostats 210 Installation 1299361 79.6 286,993 $151,432 HVAC Tune-Ups, Smart Thermostats, LED Lighting 292 Paid 1290576 49.4 199,196 $117,626 Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income Qualified HVAC Tune-Ups, Lighting, Smart Thermostats, Limited time bonus offerings 330 305.4 669,612 $279,173 Low-E windows, Smart Thermostats, HVAC replacement 308 99.9 349,027 $213,038 HVAC Tune-Ups, Smart Thermostats, LED Lighting 364 Multifamily Installation 1281017 Multifamily Installation 1275428 Multifamily Installation 1299445 San Marin Apartments 4025 DUVAL RD 65.8 …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION February 20, 2024 6:00 p.m. Austin Energy Headquarters; 1st Floor; Shudde Fath Conference Room 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin, Texas 78723 Some members of the Resource Management Commission maybe participating by videoconference. 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 contact Natasha Goodwin, at Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com or 512-322-6505. AGENDA Trey Farmer GeNell Gary Shane Johnson Chelsey Scaffidi Members: Louis Stone, Chair Paul Robbins, Vice Chair Melissa Carugati Charlotte Davis CALL MEETING TO ORDER 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 Alison Silverstein Vacant Vacant 1. Approve the minutes of the Resource Management Commission Regular Meeting on November 14, 2023. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Recommend approving issuance of a capacity-based incentive to KMFA Station, for the installation of solar electric systems on their facilities located at 41 Navasota St, Austin, TX, 78702, in an amount not to exceed $80,676. 3. Recommend approving issuance of a capacity-based incentive to Kensington Apartments, LLC, for the installation of solar electric systems on their facility located at 3300 Manor Rd Austin, TX, 78723, in an amount not to exceed $184,802. 4. Recommend approving issuance of an incentive to the Texas Solar Energy Society for their Pathways Pilot Program to demonstrate how Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program funding can be applied to solar installations in Austin Energy service territory, in an amount not to exceed $90,000. 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 Natasha Goodwin at Austin Energy, at (512) 322-6505 or email Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Resource Management Commission, please contact Natasha Goodwin at Austin Energy, at 512-322- 6505 or email …
Resource Management Commission 1st Quarter Report Water Conservation Division City of Austin | Austin Water Residential and Commercial Program Participation 100 s t i n U f o r e b m u N FY22 FY23 FY24 117 99 72 55 31 45 26 0 31 17 1 19 1 2 6 4 6 3 1 0 Pool Cover Cartridge Filter Irrigation Upgrade Watering Timer Rebates Drought Survival Tools WaterWise Landscape Rainwater Harvesting 26 0 1 1 Bucks for Business 0 7 3 1 Pressure Reduction Valve RMC Quarterly Report – Q1, Fiscal Year 2023 Water Waste/Watering Restrictions Enforcement Activity Warnings Issued and 311 Reports 335 330 325 320 315 310 305 Warnings 311 Reports RMC Quarterly Report – Q1, Fiscal Year 2023 Regulated Compliance Program Activity % Compliant % Non-Compliant 14.5% 85.5% 18.1% 17.4% 81.9% 82.6% C O M M E R C I A L F A C I L I T Y I R R I G A T I O N A S S E S S M E N T S C O M M E R C I A L V E H I C L E W A S H F A C I L I T Y E F F I C I E N C Y A S S E S S M E N T C O O L I N G T O W E R E F F I C I E N C Y A S S E S S M E N T S RMC Quarterly Report – Q1, Fiscal Year 2023 Water Conservation Public Outreach Events 2 1 0 s t n e v E y t i n u m m o C f o r e b m u N Oct Oct Nov Community Events Nov Population Reached Dec Dec RMC Quarterly Report – Q1, Fiscal Year 2023 300 250 200 150 100 50 0 l P o p u a t i o n R e a c h e d Reclaimed Water Use s n o l l a G n o i l l i M 1,800.00 1,600.00 1,400.00 1,200.00 1,000.00 800.00 600.00 400.00 200.00 0.00 Quarter IV Quarter III Quarter II Quarter I FY19 616.60 361.47 230.84 284.14 FY20 496.91 389.94 284.04 398.30 FY21 507.97 370.96 345.25 375.67 FY22 630.48 444.20 263.44 302.27 FY23 586.12 264.64 248.48 384.91 FY24 …
WATER FORWARD R E U S E S T R AT E G I E S One City, One Water: A plan for the next 100 years Resource Management Commission - February 20, 2024 Agenda Water Forward Overview Reuse Strategies Addressing Affordability Key 2024 Activities to Advance Reuse 2 Water Forward Water Forward is Austin’s 100-year integrated water resource plan, unanimously adopted by Council in November 2018. Water Forward identifies diverse and environmentally conscious water management strategies to adapt to growth, drought, and climate change and ensure a sustainable, resilient, equitable, and affordable water future for our community. 3 Austin’s Water Supply: 325,000 Acre Feet Per Year Colorado River: • Combination of State-granted water rights & long-term contract with LCRA • Up to 325,000 acre-feet per year (afy) LCRA reservation & use fees pre-paid in 1999 • Additional use payments trigger when average for 2 consecutive years exceeds 201,000 afy Centralized Reclaimed System 4 Water Forward Guiding Principles Water Forward is updated on a 5-year cycle. The updated plan will be submitted for Council Approval in November 2024. Resiliency Inclusive approach + Community values Diverse strategies Equity + Affordability Protect the Colorado River Reduce operational risks Focus on local supplies 5 WATER FORWARD One City One Water One Approach Environmental Sustainability & Climate Equity Affordability Reliability & Resiliency 6 Climate Change Planning for Uncertainty Population Growth 7 Combined Storage Lakes Buchanan and Travis 8 Water Forward Strategies Reuse Conservation Supply Partnerships 9 Why Now? Why Reuse? 1999 2024 10 Value of Reuse Affordability • $10M+ Annual Cost Savings to Customers Reliability & Resiliency Environmental Sustainability Centralized Reclaimed System 11 AW & COA Leading the Way Advancing Reuse Central Library Permitting & Development Center Austin Energy Headquarters Other Developments • Austin Peace Academy • Waterloo Park Restrooms • Mueller Visitor Center • Travis County Community Center 12 Reuse Strategies Water Forward WF18 Implementation Progress Reuse & Conservation Implementation Highlights Reuse Onsite Water Reuse System (OWRS) regulatory framework and incentive approved by Council New Voluntary Reclaimed Water Connection incentive developed 14 Conservation Water benchmarking, onsite water reuse, and extension of reclaimed water connection requirements approved by Council Investments to Advance Reuse Walnut Creek WWTP Reclaimed Water Initiative Phase 1A&B Central Zone Projects 51st Street Tank Bulk Fill Stations Montopolis Tank & Pump Station Planning and Development Center On-Site …
..De Posting Language ..Title Approve issuance of a capacity-based incentive to KMFA Station, for the installation of solar electric systems on their facilities located at 41 Navasota St, Austin, TX, 78702, in an amount not to exceed $80,676. Lead Department Austin Energy Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $80,676 is available in the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Prior Council Action: For More Information: Amy Everhart, Director Local Government Issues (512) 322-6087; Tim Harvey, Customer Renewable Solutions Manager (512) 482-5386. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: February 12, 2024 – To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. February 20, 2024 – To be reviewed by the Resource Management Commission. Additional Backup Information: Austin Energy requests approval to issue this capacity-based incentive (CBI) to KMFA Station (the Customer) for the installation of solar electric system, detailed in the table below at their facility to produce renewable energy for on-site consumption. The table below provides a summary of the system size, cost, proposed incentive, and environmental benefits. Solar System Details* Total System Size (kW-DC) Total System Size (kW-AC) Annual Estimated Production (kWh) Total System Cost ($) Total Incentive ($) Percent of Cost Covered Reduction of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) in tons Reduction of Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) in pounds Reduction of Nitrogen Oxide (NOX) in pounds 89.64 74.40 132,637 $195,000 $80,676 41% 59 66 93 Environmental Benefits** and Emission Reduction Equivalencies*** Equivalency of Vehicle Miles Driven Equivalency of Cars on Austin Roadways Equivalency of Trees Planted Equivalency of Forest Acreage Added *All solar equipment meets Austin Energy program requirements ** Environmental Benefits based on the US Energy Information Association’s state-wide electricity profile *** According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s Greenhouse Gas Equivalency Calculator 137,211 11.9 885 63.8 KMFA 89.5 is a non-profit, independent, public classical radio station in Austin, TX. KMFA serves approximately 100,000 listeners each week and features locally produced shows like Classical Austin, Early Music Now, and From the Butler School, as well as nationally distributed programming from Public Radio International, American Public Media, and National Public Radio. This proposed system is estimated to offset 53% of the interconnected meters’ historic annual energy consumptions. According to the updated Austin Energy Resource, Generation and Climate Protection Plan, approved by Austin City Council in March 2020, “Austin Energy will achieve a total of 375 MW of local solar capacity by the end of 2030, of which 200 MW …
..De Posting Language ..Title Approve issuance of a capacity-based incentive to Kensington Apartments, LLC, for the installation of solar electric systems on their facility located at 3300 Manor Rd Austin, TX, 78723, in an amount not to exceed $184,802. Lead Department Austin Energy Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $184,802 is available in the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Prior Council Action: For More Information: Amy Everhart, Director Local Government Issues (512) 322-6087; Tim Harvey, Customer Renewable Solutions Manager (512) 482-5386. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: February 12, 2024 – To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. February 20, 2024 – To be reviewed by the Resource Management Commission. Additional Backup Information: Austin Energy requests approval to issue this capacity-based incentive (CBI) to the Kensington Apartments, LLC (the customer) for the installation of solar electric system, detailed in the table below at their facility to produce renewable energy for on-site consumption. The table below provides a summary of the system size, cost, proposed incentive, and environmental benefits. Solar System Details* Environmental Benefits** and Emission Reduction Equivalencies*** Total System Size (kW-DC) Total System Size (kW-AC) Annual Estimated Production (kWh) Total System Cost ($) Total Incentive ($) Percent of Cost Covered Reduction of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) in tons Reduction of Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) in pounds Reduction of Nitrogen Oxide (NOX) in pounds Equivalency of Vehicle Miles Driven Equivalency of Cars on Austin Roadways Equivalency of Trees Planted Equivalency of Forest Acreage Added 205 170 290,555 $615,000.00 $184,801.50 30% 130 145 203 302,330 26.2 1,950 141 *All solar equipment meets Austin Energy program requirements ** Environmental Benefits based on the US Energy Information Association’s state-wide electricity profile *** According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s Greenhouse Gas Equivalency Calculator The Kensington Apartments, LLC consists of over 100 units, all of which are intended for those making at or below 60% of the area’s median income. This proposed system is estimated to offset 43% of the interconnected meters’ historic annual energy consumptions. According to the updated Austin Energy Resource, Generation and Climate Protection Plan, approved by Austin City Council in March 2020, “Austin Energy will achieve a total of 375 MW of local solar capacity by the end of 2030, of which 200 MW will be customer-sited (when including both in-front-of-meter and behind-the meter installations).” In order to meet these goals, Austin Energy has funded the Solar Photovoltaic …
..Title Posting Language Approve issuance of an incentive to the Texas Solar Energy Society for their Pathways Pilot Program to demonstrate how Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program funding can be applied to solar installations in Austin Energy service territory, in an amount not to exceed $90,000. ..De Lead Department Austin Energy Prior Council Action: Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $90,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. For More Information: Amy Everhart, Director Local Government Issues (512) 322-6087; Tim Harvey, Customer Renewable Solutions Manager (512) 482-5386. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: February 12, 2024 – To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. February 20, 2024 – To be reviewed by the Resource Management Commission. Additional Backup Information: The Texas Solar Energy Society (TXSES) has been selected by the Department of Energy’s Solar Energy Innovation Network to create proof-of-concept pilot programs to demonstrate how Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) funds for weatherization can now also be applied to solar installations for low-income homes. A successful pilot program can serve as an example to the industry of how the new funding source enables residential solar installation at no cost to low-income qualified homeowners. Austin Energy requests approval to issue $90,000 to TXSES for their Pathways Pilot Program to support the installation of 10 solar projects (location yet to be determined). The funding would be used solely to fund solar system equipment and installation for low-income homes that currently qualify for Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) funding. The table below provides a summary of the system size, cost, proposed incentive, and environmental benefits. Solar Systems Details* Total System Size for 10 installations (kW-DC) Total System Size for 10 installations (kW-AC) Annual Estimated Production (kWh) Total System Cost ($) Total Incentive ($) Percent of Cost Covered Reduction of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) in tons Reduction of Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) in pounds Reduction of Nitrogen Oxide (NOX) in pounds 30 25 42,000 $90,000 $90,000 100% 19 21 29 Environmental Benefits** and Emission Reduction Equivalencies*** Equivalency of Vehicle Miles Driven Equivalency of Cars on Austin Roadways Equivalency of Trees Planted Equivalency of Forest Acreage Added 44,187 3.8 285 0.114 *All solar equipment meets Austin Energy program requirements ** Environmental Benefits based on the US Energy Information Association’s state-wide electricity profile *** According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s Greenhouse Gas Equivalency Calculator An Austin-based organization, …
..De Posting Language ..Title Approve issuance of a 5-year performance-based incentive to Starwood Capital Group LLC, for the installation of solar electric systems on their facilities shown in the table below, in an amount not to exceed $2,142,861.70. Lead Department Austin Energy Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $428,572.34 is available in the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Prior Council Action: November 30, 2023- Council approved issuance of a 5-year performance-based incentive to Starwood Capital Group LLC. For More Information: Amy Everhart, Director Local Government Issues (512) 322-6087; Tim Harvey, Customer Renewable Solutions Manager (512) 482-5386. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: February 12, 2024 – To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. February 20, 2024 – To be reviewed by the Resource Management Commission. Additional Backup Information: Austin Energy requests approval to issue this 5-year performance-based (PBI) to Starwood Capital Group (the Customer) for the installation of solar electric systems, detailed in the table below at their facilities to produce renewable energy for on-site consumption. The table below provides a summary of the system size, cost, proposed incentive, and environmental benefits. Solar System Details* Total System Size (kW-DC) Total System Size (kW-AC) Annual Estimated Production (kWh) Total System Cost ($) *Does not include panel and inverter cost Total Incentive ($) Percent of Cost Covered Reduction of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) in tons Reduction of Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) in pounds Reduction of Nitrogen Oxide (NOX) in pounds Equivalency of Vehicle Miles Driven Equivalency of Cars on Austin Roadways Equivalency of Trees Planted Equivalency of Forest Acreage Added 3,139 2,605 4,596,762 $5,044,132.45 $2,142,861.70 42% 2055 2,298 3,218 4,779,133 415 30,826 2,223 Environmental Benefits** and Emission Reduction Equivalencies*** *All solar equipment meets Austin Energy program requirements ** Environmental Benefits based on the US Energy Information Association’s state-wide electricity profile *** According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s Greenhouse Gas Equivalency Calculator Starwood Capital Group is a private investment firm with a core focus on global real estate, energy infrastructure and oil & gas. The Firm and its affiliates maintain 16 offices in seven countries around the world, and currently have approximately 4,500 employees. Since its inception in 1991, Starwood Capital Group has raised over $70 billion of capital, and currently has over $120 billion of assets under management. For these projects, Starwood Capital Group has already procured panels and inverters. Details on the 8 individual proposed systems are …
..De Posting Language ..Title Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-9 (Water and Wastewater) relating to clarifying requirements for water conservation in the implementation of the Water Forward Plan, including distances for the Reclaimed Water Connection requirement, clarifying definitions, and modifying variances including adding certain affordable housing exemptions for Reclaimed Water Connections and Onsite Water Reuse requirements. Related to Items #XX Lead Department Austin Water. Fiscal Note This item has no fiscal impact. Prior Council Action: November 29, 2018 - City Council approved the Water Forward Plan on a 10-0 vote. December 11, 2019 – City Council voted to approve the Land Development Code Revision directing Austin Water to establish a regulatory program and an incentive program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems on first reading, on a 7-4 vote. February 13, 2020 – City Council voted to approve the Land Development Code Revision directing Austin Water to establish a regulatory program and an incentive program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems on second reading, on a 7-4 vote. December 10, 2020 - City Council approved an ordinance establishing City Code Chapter 15-13 relating to treatment, monitoring and reporting regulations for Onsite Water Reuse Systems, on a 10-0 vote. April 22, 2021 – City Council voted to approve an initial Pilot Incentive Program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems for the voluntary installation of alternative Onsite Water Reuse Systems, on a 10-1 vote. May 20, 2021 – City Council adopted a resolution directing staff to prepare an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-9 (Water and Wastewater) establishing water benchmarking, expanding Reclaimed Water Connection requirements, and adding Onsite Water Reuse requirements, on an 11-0 vote. June 10, 2021 – City Council adopted an ordinance waiving Planning Commission review of Land Development Code amendments in order to expedite implementation of water conservation strategies in the Water Forward Plan, on a 11-0 vote. September 30, 2021 – City Council adopted an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-9 (Water and Wastewater) relating to establishing new requirements for water conservation in the implementation of the Water Forward Plan, including expansion of the Reclaimed Water Connection requirement, water benchmarking, and mandatory Onsite Water Reuse for certain new developments and requiring an affordability report, on a 10-1 vote. November 9, 2023 – City Council adopted an ordinance waiving Planning Commission review of a Land Development Code amendment extending a variance of the Reclaimed Water …
..De Posting Language ..Title Approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 15-13 (Regulation of Onsite Water Reuse Systems) relating to establishing development project requirements and adding clarifying language to onsite water reuse regulations. Lead Department Austin Water. Fiscal Note This item has no fiscal impact. Prior Council Action: November 29, 2018 - City Council approved the Water Forward Plan on a 10-0 vote. December 11, 2019 – City Council voted to approve the Land Development Code Revision directing Austin Water to establish a regulatory program and an incentive program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems on first reading, on a 7-4 vote. February 13, 2020 – City Council voted to approve the Land Development Code Revision directing Austin Water to establish a regulatory program and an incentive program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems on second reading, on a 7-4 vote. December 10, 2020 - City Council approved an ordinance establishing City Code Chapter 15-13 relating to treatment, monitoring and reporting regulations for Onsite Water Reuse Systems, on a 10-0 vote. April 22, 2021 – City Council voted to approve an initial Pilot Incentive Program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems for the voluntary installation of alternative Onsite Water Reuse Systems, on a 10-1 vote. May 20, 2021 – City Council adopted a resolution directing staff to prepare an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-9 (Water and Wastewater) establishing water benchmarking, expanding Reclaimed Water Connection requirements, and adding Onsite Water Reuse requirements, on an 11-0 vote. June 10, 2021 – City Council adopted an ordinance waiving Planning Commission review of Land Development Code amendments in order to expedite implementation of water conservation strategies in the Water Forward Plan, on a 11-0 vote. September 30, 2021 – City Council adopted an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-9 (Water and Wastewater) relating to establishing new requirements for water conservation in the implementation of the Water Forward Plan, including expansion of the Reclaimed Water Connection requirement, water benchmarking, and mandatory Onsite Water Reuse for certain new developments and requiring an affordability report, on a 10-1 vote. September 30, 2021 – City Council voted to reauthorize the pilot incentive program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems for the voluntary installation of alternative Onsite Water Reuse Systems, on a 10-1 vote. September 29, 2022 – City Council voted to reauthorize the pilot incentive program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems for the voluntary installation of alternative Onsite Water Reuse Systems, …
..De Posting Language ..AppApprove a resolution authorizing Austin Water (AW) to continue a pilot program and issue incentives on a pilot basis during Fiscal Year 2023-2024 for alternative Onsite Water Reuse Systems or Reclaimed Water Connection for new commercial and multi-family developments under AW’s new regulatory framework in the total aggregate amount of $5,600,000 and not to exceed $500,000 for each project subject to funding availability. Lead Department Austin Water. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $1,500,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating Budget of Austin Water. Additional funding is contingent upon pending Council adoption of the proposed GoPurple Community Benefit Charge (CBC). Prior Council Action: November 29, 2018 – City Council approved the Water Forward Plan on a 10-0 vote. December 11, 2019 – City Council voted to approve the Land Development Code Revision directing Austin Water to establish a regulatory program and an incentive program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems on first reading, on a 7-4 vote. February 13, 2020 – City Council voted to approve the Land Development Code Revision directing Austin Water to establish a regulatory program and an incentive program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems on second reading, on a 7-4 vote. December 10, 2020 - City Council approved an ordinance establishing City Code Chapter 15-13 relating to treatment, monitoring and reporting regulations for Onsite Water Reuse Systems, on a 10-0 vote. April 22, 2021 – City Council voted to initially approve the Pilot Incentive Program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems for Fiscal Year 2021 for the installation of alternative Onsite Water Reuse Systems up to a total aggregate amount of $1,000,000 and not to exceed $500,000 for each project on a 10-1 vote. September 30, 2021 - City Council voted to reauthorize the Pilot Incentive Program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems for Fiscal Year 2022 for the installation of alternative Onsite Water Reuse Systems up to a total aggregate amount of $1,000,000 and not to exceed $500,000 for each project on a 10-1 vote. September 29, 2022 - City Council voted to reauthorize the Pilot Incentive Program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems for Fiscal Year 2023 for the installation of alternative Onsite Water Reuse Systems up to a total aggregate amount of $1,000,000 and not to exceed $500,000 for each project on a 10-1 vote. For More Information: Inquiries should be directed to Blanca Madriz, Austin Water Program Coordinator at 512-972-0115 …
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Agenda: April 18, 2024 Sponsor: CM Pool, District 7 Co-Sponsors: Projects Subject: Adoption of a Passive House Challenge Program for Affordable Housing RESOLUTION NO. WHEREAS, the City of Austin recognizes the critical need for sustainable and affordable housing solutions to address the diverse housing challenges faced by our community; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin, in alignment with its commitment to climate action, has established a comprehensive Climate Equity Plan aimed at addressing environmental and social inequities in the community; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin has also developed a robust Climate Resilience Action Plan, outlining strategies to enhance the resilience of the community in the face of climate change impacts; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin seeks to encourage and support the development of affordable housing projects that adhere to the highest standards of energy efficiency, sustainability, and equity; WHEREAS, sustainable building practices, particularly those that are passive house certified, contribute significantly to energy efficiency, reduced environmental impact, and long-term affordability; and Page 1 of 3 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 WHEREAS, innovative programs such as the Passive House Design Challenge, as demonstrated by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center, have successfully incentivized and promoted the construction of energy-efficient and affordable housing units; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF AUSTIN: The City Council directs the City Manager to establish a passive house program that includes the following goals: 1. Establishment of the Austin Passive House Challenge Program: The City of Austin hereby establishes the Austin Passive House Challenge Program to incentivize the development of affordable housing projects that achieve certification from the Passive House Institute US (PHIUS). 2. Program Details: a. Affordable housing projects that certify with PHIUS shall be eligible for financial incentives of up to $4,000 per housing unit, paid in three milestone payments during design ($1,000 for hiring a consultant and committing to certification), construction ($1,500 for precertification), and completion ($1,500 for final certification). b. Funding to be delivered to the project developer in the form of grants. c. Projects are required to share construction cost data, both hard and soft, and post- occupancy energy data. 3. Funding Allocation: …
Agenda: April 18, 2024 Sponsor: CM Pool, District 7 Co-Sponsors: Projects Subject: Adoption of a Passive House Challenge Program for Affordable Housing RESOLUTION NO. WHEREAS, the City of Austin recognizes the critical need for sustainable and affordable housing solutions to address the diverse housing challenges faced by our community; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin, in alignment with its commitment to climate action, has established a comprehensive Climate Equity Plan aimed at addressing environmental and social inequities in the community; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin has also developed a robust Climate Resilience Action Plan, outlining strategies to enhance the resilience of the community in the face of climate change impacts; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin seeks to encourage and support the development of affordable housing projects that adhere to the highest standards of energy efficiency, sustainability, and equity; WHEREAS, sustainable building practices contribute significantly to energy efficiency, reduced environmental impact, and long-term affordability; and 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Page 1 of 3 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 WHEREAS, innovative programs such as the Passive House Design Challenge, as demonstrated by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center, have successfully incentivized and promoted the construction of energy-efficient and affordable housing units within Massachusetts; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF AUSTIN: The City Council directs the City Manager to explore the cost and benefits of a passive house pilot program that includes the following potential goals: 1. Study the potential for a pilot program: Convene a group of subject matter experts and community advocates working with utility professionals in the Green Building space to study the potential for a pilot program which includes comparing the established program in Massachusetts to the Austin climate, as well as modifications that may need to be made to have a potentially successful pilot in Austin. 2. Program Details: a. Affordable housing projects that certify with PHIUS may be eligible for financial incentives based on budgetary approval and availability. Projects may be required to share construction cost data, both hard and soft, and post-occupancy energy data. 3. Reporting and Evaluation: If implemented as a pilot, the appropriate city department shall provide regular reports to the …
Austin’s Affordable Housing Passive House Challenge Presented to the Austin Resource Management Commission Feb 2024 Austin RMC 2.2024 Heating and cooling buildings accounts for one-fourth of global energy-related carbon emissions Austin RMC 2.2024 Austin RMC 2.2024 Austin RMC 2.2024 PASSIVE HOUSE BENEFITS DRAMATIC PEAK LOAD REDUCTION AND SHIFT Austin RMC 2.2024 PASSIVE HOUSE BENEFITS DURABLE NO DUST NO NOISE ENERGY EFFICIENT HEALTHY RESILIENT NO UNWANTED MOISTURE OR ODORS Austin RMC 2.2024 Austin RMC 2.2024 Austin RMC 2.2024 20 States have PH incentives in their low income housing tax credit scoring (QAPs) Austin RMC 2.2024 2017/2018 Massachusetts created a Passive House Challenge Program Austin RMC 2.2024 8 Projects (543 units) funded, Incremental costs were ~2% Energy use in these buildings is 50-70% below their peers Austin RMC 2.2024 As of January 2024 all multi family projects above 12,000 sf are mandated to certify with PH for energy code compliance in stretch code jurisdictions in MA (jurisdictions include Boston, Brookline, Watertown, Somerville, Cambridge, Acton, Aquinnah, Arlington, Concord, Lexington, Lincoln, Maynard, Newton, Sherborn, Stow, Truro, Wellesley, Wellfleet). Austin RMC 2.2024 Meanwhile in PA: Notably, the Passive House projects don’t seem to be more expensive to build than conventional buildings, likely thanks to the early integrated design process that development teams are compelled to engage in so that their LIHTC proposals can be competitive. According to Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) data, the construction cost premium for Passive House versus conventional projects was 5.8% in the first year, 1.6% in the second, and minus 3.3% in the third year, suggesting that learning and innovation by project teams may be driving down costs over time. LOCAL TEST DRIVES Zilker Studios • Austin, TX • 110 Units Integral Care • Austin, TX • 60 Units Temenos • • Houston, TX 95 Units 30.23 kBTU/sq. ft. 33.81 kBTU/sq. ft. PHIUS Optimized: 22.55 kBTU/sq. ft. 25.4% Reduction PHIUS Optimized: 23.52 kBTU/sq. ft. 30.4% Reduction 39.64 kBTU/sq. ft. PHIUS Optimized: 31.62 kBTU/sq. ft. 20.2% Reduction Zilker Studios • Austin, TX • 110 Units Integral Care • Austin, TX • 60 Units Temenos • • Houston, TX 95 Units And… all of these have open air corridors, which is difficult with a PH project. Enclosing the corridors nets an additional 25% EUI reduction! Zilker Studios • Austin, TX • 110 Units Integral Care • Austin, TX • 60 Units Temenos • • Houston, TX 95 Units Austin RMC 2.2024 The …
Central Texas Energy Efficiency Program Overview Christy Bell – Supervisor, EE Programs Jasmine King-Bush – Manager, EE Programs Energy Efficiency Program Overview: • ~240k customers in 19 cities* - Austin, Bee Cave, Cedar Park, Cuero, Dripping Springs, Gonzales, Kyle, Lakeway, Lockhart, Luling, Marble Falls, Mustang Ridge, Nixon, Pflugerville, Rollingwood, Shiner, Sunset Valley, West Lake Hills and Yoakum • Residential, New Construction, Commercial, Low-Income programs • Customer Education • Customer Outreach 2 Energy Efficiency Program 2023 Annual Budget vs. Actuals EDUCATION ADMIN RESIDENTIAL $350,000 $294,361 $450,000 $393,442 NEW CONSTRUCTION $541,280 COMMERCIAL $243,305 $258,290 2023 BUDGET 2023 ACTUAL 3 $922,324 $840,000 $1,673,435 Energy Efficiency Program Commercial Direct Install Rebates: • Administered by - Sink Aerators - Low-Flow Showerheads - Pre-Rinse Spray Valves - Weather Stripping - Steam Traps - Dryer Smart Devices. 4 Texas Gas Service Energy Efficiency Program Commercial Program Highlights 5 Texas Gas Service Energy Efficiency Program Low-Income/Free Equipment Program Highlights 2023 Totals 123 appliances replaced $336k+ in program funds disbursed 6 Energy Efficiency Program Education & Outreach: Program offerings, fact sheets, energy efficiency tips and latest Annual Report can be found on our website: texasgasservice.com/rebates. 7 Questions?
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, February 20, 2024 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, February 20, 2024 The Resource Management Commission convened in a Regular Called meeting on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at Austin Energy Headquarters 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin, TX 78723. Chair Louis Stone called the Resource Management Commission meeting to order at 6:04 p.m. in Attendance: Commissioner Louis Stone, Chair; Board Members/Commissioners Commissioner Paul Robbins, Vice Chair; Commissioner Trey Farmer; Commissioner GeNell Gary Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Commissioner Melissa Carugati; Commissioner Charlotte Davis; Commissioner Shane Johnson; Commissioner Alison Silverstein PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Resource Management Commission Regular Meeting on November 14, 2023. The motion approving the minutes of the Resource Management Commission meeting of November 14, 2023 was approved on Commissioner Silverstein’s motion, Commissioner Gary’s second on an 8-0 vote with Commissioner Scaffidi absent and two vacancies. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Recommend approving issuance of a capacity-based incentive to KMFA Station, for the installation of solar electric systems on their facilities located at 41 Navasota St, Austin, TX, 78702, in an amount not to exceed $80,676. The motion to approve a recommendation approving the issuance of a capacity-based incentive to KMFA Station, was recommended on Vice Chair Robbins motion, Commissioner Silverstein’s second on a vote 8-0 with Commissioner Scaffidi absent and two vacancies. 3. Recommend approving issuance of a capacity-based incentive to Kensington Apartments, LLC, for the installation of solar electric systems on their facility located at 3300 Manor Rd Austin, TX, 78723, in an amount not to exceed $184,802. RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, February 20, 2024 STAFF BRIEFINGS The motion to approve a recommendation approving the issuance of a capacity- based incentive to Kensington Apartments, LLC, was recommended on Vice Chair Robbins motion, Commissioner Silverstein’s second on a 6-2 vote with Chair Stone and Commissioner Gary voting against, Commissioner Scaffidi absent, and two vacancies. 4. Recommend approving issuance of an incentive to the Texas Solar Energy Society for their Pathways Pilot Program to demonstrate how Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program funding can be applied to solar installations in Austin Energy service territory, in an amount not to exceed $90,000. The motion to approve a recommendation approving the issuance of an incentive to the Texas Solar Energy Society for their Pathways Pilot Program, was recommended on Commissioner Silverstein’s motion, Vice Chair Robbins second on …
ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY-OF-LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA February 20th, 2024 REGULAR MEETING of the ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY-OF-LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION FEBRUARY 20th, 2024 at 6:00pm (CST) CITY HALL, BOARDS & COMMISSIONS RM #1101 301 W 2ND ST, AUSTIN, TX 78701 MEETING AGENDA This meeting is being held in a hybrid format, with both in-person and online virtual participation via WebEx. Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or via telephone. Remote speakers must register in advance (February 19th by 12pm-Noon). All public comments will occur at the beginning of the meeting and public speakers will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. To speak or attend remotely, residents must contact the Equity Office’s Community Services Program Coordinator, Alejandra Mireles, no later than 12pm- noon on Monday, February 19th, 2024. Please telephone call & leave a voicemail at (512) 974- 8045 or email alejandra.mireles@austintexas.gov. The information required is the speaker’s name, the item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, email address, and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). BOARD MEMBERS: District Commissioner District Commissioner VACANT Seonhye “Sonny” Sin 9 10 Sabrina Sha Satyajeet Dodia Kuo Yang Lily Trieu Nayer Sikder VACANT Anna Lan Mohsin Lari Mayor Hanna Huang (Chair) At-Large Padmini Jambulapati At-Large Pierre Nguyen At-Large Zahra Shakur Jamal-Hassan At-Large Sarah Chen (Vice-Chair) 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY-OF-LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA February 20th, 2024 CALL TO ORDER MEETING AGENDA 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. Discussion and possible action to approve the minutes of the COMMISSION’s SPECIAL MEETING on JANUARY 30th, 2024. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Brie Franco, Intergovernmental Affairs Officer, 2023 Legislative Update. Staff briefing regarding updating the 2012 Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan. Presented by April Geruso, Planning Department. 3. Asian Desi Pacific Islander American Collective, presentation on financial needs for graduation ceremony, due to losing funding after Senate Bill 17. Discussion of City Manager’s Office leadership vacancies and hiring of those positions. 5. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Select an Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission member to represent the …
RECOMMENDATION: The Asian American Quality of Life Commission (AAQoL) recommends that City Council members continue to direct the City Manager to cultivate a transparent and coordinated process of hiring executive leadership positions within the City of Austin, including the roles of the City Manager and Directors. DESCRIPTION OF RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL: WHEREAS, the City of Austin is committed to upholding good governance principles, including transparency and public accountability; and WHEREAS, recent instances of five leadership positions, transitioning from interim to permanent without public notification and feedback, based on the City’s organizational chart released in September 2023 and January 2024, have raised concerns about transparency and fairness in the hiring process; and WHEREAS, additional questions remain regarding the efficacy of the grouping of strategic offices such as Equity, Sustainability, Civil Rights, Innovation, Small Minority Business Relations and Resilience, most which operate with interim or acting leadership and three under one acting director; and WHEREAS, the recent spate of new positions and hiring of individuals without consulting City Council or the general public has raised concerns about the lack of transparency and accountability in the hiring of leaders for the City of Austin; and WHEREAS, Interim City Manager Jesús Garza, in a memo dated January 30, 2024, addressed these concerns by acknowledging ongoing communication with Council Members and outlining his plans for key personnel hires within the next 90 days; and WHEREAS, while the City Manager has discretion over hiring and organizational structure, the many appointed and newly created executive leadership positions since late 2022 has caused significant community and negative news concern; and WHEREAS, a transparent and inclusive hiring process fosters public trust, attracts qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds, and ensures a deliberate selection of the best individual for the job; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION: 1. Strongly urges City Council direct the City Manager to properly and meaningfully reinforce the authority of the Strategic Offices of Equity, Sustainability, Civil Rights, Innovation, Small Minority Business Relations and Resilience as equals alongside other City Departments with Director information listed in the City’s organizational chart; 2. Advises the City Council to adopt a policy requiring the City Manager to prioritize public listing and a competitive application process for executive leadership positions, including positions only open to internal hires; 3. Recommends that City Council considers requiring new City Manager leadership provide them with more frequent …
ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY-OF-LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION (AAQoL) RECOMMENDATION 20240220-007 Transparent Hiring in Executive Leadership Date: February 20, 2024 Subject: Recommendation on Transparent Hiring in Executive Leadership Motioned by: Commissioner Hanna Huang Seconded By: Commissioner Pierre Nguyen ---- RECOMMENDATION: The Asian American Quality of Life Commission (AAQoL) recommends that City Council members continue to direct the City Manager to cultivate a transparent and coordinated process of hiring executive leadership positions within the City of Austin, including the roles of the City Manager and Directors. DESCRIPTION OF RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL: WHEREAS, the City of Austin is committed to upholding good governance principles, including transparency and public accountability; and WHEREAS, recent instances of five leadership positions, transitioning from interim to permanent without public notification and feedback, based on the City’s organizational chart released in September 2023 and January 2024, have raised concerns about transparency and fairness in the hiring process; and WHEREAS, additional questions remain regarding the efficacy of the grouping of strategic offices such as Equity, Sustainability, Civil Rights, Innovation, Small Minority Business Resources and Resilience, most which operate with interim or acting leadership and three under one acting director; and WHEREAS, Interim City Manager Jesús Garza, in a memo dated January 30, 2024, addressed these concerns by acknowledging ongoing communication with Council Members and outlining his plans for key personnel hires within the next 90 days; and WHEREAS, while the City Manager has discretion over hiring and organizational structure, the many appointed and newly created executive leadership positions since late 2022 has caused significant community and negative news concern; and 1 WHEREAS, a transparent and inclusive hiring process fosters public trust, attracts qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds, and ensures a deliberate selection of the best individual for the job; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION: 1. Strongly urges City Council to direct the City Manager to properly and meaningfully reinforce the authority of the Strategic Offices of Equity, Sustainability, Civil Rights, Innovation, Small Minority Business Resources and Resilience as equals alongside other City Departments with Director information listed in the City’s organizational chart; 2. Advises the City Council to adopt a policy requiring the City Manager to prioritize public listing and a competitive application process for executive leadership positions, including positions only open to internal hires; 3. Recommends that City Council considers requiring new City Manager leadership provide them with more frequent or regularly …
