..De Item 16 Water & Wastewater Commission: November 13, 2024 Council: November 21, 2024 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval of a resolution repealing Resolution No. 20240502-005, which adopted the prior Water Conservation Plan for Municipal and Wholesale Water Use, and adopting an updated Water Conservation Plan, which describes Austin Water’s ongoing water conservation strategies, programs and goals, as required by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. Funding: This item has no fiscal impact. Lead Department Austin Water. Prior Council Action: May 5, 2016 – Council approved Resolution No. 20160505-0004 adopting a new Drought Contingency Plan and related revisions to City Code Chapter 6-4 (Water Conservation). November 29, 2018 - Council approved adoption of Water Forward, Austin’s Integrated Water Resource Plan. April 11, 2019 – Council approved Resolution No. 20190411-002, repealing Resolution No. 20140417-004 and adopting the Utility Profile & Water Conservation Plan for Municipal and Wholesale Water Use as required by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). May 2, 2024 – Council approved Resolution No. 20240502-005, repealing Resolution No. 20190411-002 and adopting the Utility Profile & Water Conservation Plan for Municipal and Wholesale Water Use as required by the TCEQ. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 4, 2024 – Recommended by the Austin Integrated Water Resource Planning Community Task Force (Water Forward Task Force) on a vote of 7 in favor with Task Force Member Moriarty opposed and Task Force Members Faust and Lorenz absent. November 13, 2024 – To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. November 19, 2024 – To be reviewed by the Resource Management Commission. Additional Backup Information: Austin is required by the TCEQ to file a Drought Contingency Plan (DCP) and a Water Conservation Plan (WCP) under Texas Administrative Code Title 30, Chapter 288. A DCP establishes a series of drought stages and the measures to curtail water use during specific times of drought. A WCP describes a utility’s water use profile and describes water conservation goals and programs to reduce water use and otherwise increase water use efficiency. These plans are required to be updated on a five-year basis and submitted to the TCEQ. Austin’s last WCP was approved by Council on May 2, 2024. At the time of adoption, Austin Water committed to reviewing the WCP in further collaboration with the Water Resource Task Force and in conjunction with the anticipated update of the City’s 2024 Water Forward Plan. The …
EXHIBIT A CITY OF AUSTIN DROUGHT CONTINGENCY PLAN Developed to Meet Requirements Outlined in 30 TAC § 288.20 and § 288.22 Water Conservation Division City of Austin, Texas PWS # 2270001 November 21, 2024 City of Austin Council Meeting Backup: 11/21/24 File ID: 24-6137 City of Austin Drought Contingency Plan Table of Contents SECTION I: DECLARATION OF POLICY, PURPOSE, AND INTENT ..................................................................... 2 SECTION II: BACKGROUND .................................................................................................................................... 2 SECTION III: TRIGGER CONDITIONS AND GOALS ............................................................................................... 7 SECTION IV: DROUGHT RESPONSE MEASURES .............................................................................................. 11 SECTION V: WHOLESALE CONTRACT PROVISIONS ........................................................................................ 22 SECTION VI: PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT................................................................................................................... 23 SECTION VII: PUBLIC NOTIFICATION AND EDUCATION................................................................................... 23 SECTION VIII: COORDINATION WITH REGIONAL PLANNING GROUPS (RPG)............................................... 24 SECTION IX: TCEQ NOTIFICATION ...................................................................................................................... 24 SECTION X: PLAN REVIEW AND UPDATES ........................................................................................................ 24 APPENDIX A: WATER CONSERVATION CODE ................................................................................................... 25 APPENDIX B: WATER CONSERVATION PENALTY CODE ................................................................................. 26 APPENDIX C: RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2024 DROUGHT CONTINGENCY PLAN .................................. 34 APPENDIX D: TRANSMITTAL LETTER TO REGIONAL PLANNING GROUP .................................................... 35 Page 1 of 36 City of Austin Council Meeting Backup: 11/21/24 File ID: 24-6137 City of Austin Drought Contingency Plan Section I: Declaration of Policy, Purpose, and Intent The City of Austin (the City) maintains a decades-long commitment to ensuring a sustainable water supply through demand management measures. The latest update to Austin’s Drought Contingency Plan (the Plan) builds upon this legacy. This iteration of the Plan retains all measures from previous versions while incorporating new strategies to better address droughts in the future. Designed as a comprehensive strategy, the Plan focuses on addressing water shortages and emergencies, with specific attention to domestic water use, sanitation, fire protection, and public well- being. In accordance with Section 11.1272 of the Texas Water Code and Chapter 288 of Title 30 of the Texas Administrative Code, the City regularly updates this plan, underscoring the importance of adaptability to evolving water supply dynamics. This document outlines the City's strategic response to challenges posed by demand surges, infrastructure constraints, and droughts, including historical critical droughts. Through coordination with the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA), the Drought Contingency Plans of both the LCRA and the City are consistent in terms of targets and goals. The City’s plan is more proactive, including the implementation activities necessary to conserve water. Detailed within the regulatory framework of the City of Austin’s Municipal Code, the Water Conservation Code (updated in conjunction with this plan in May and November 2024) …
..De Item 17 Water & Wastewater Commission: November 13, 2024 Council: November 21, 2024 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval of a resolution repealing Resolution No. 20240502-004, which adopted a revised Drought Contingency Plan, and adopting the Drought Contingency Plan, which includes drought or emergency response stages due to water supply shortages, sets targets for water use reduction and other elements required by state law, as required by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. Funding: This item has no fiscal impact. Lead Department Austin Water. Prior Council Action: May 5, 2016 – Council approved Resolution No. 20160505-0004 adopting a new Drought Contingency Plan and in a separate item Council approved related revisions to City Code Chapter 6-4 (Water Conservation). November 29, 2018 - Council approved adoption of Water Forward, Austin’s Integrated Water Resource Plan. April 11, 2019 - Council approved Resolution No. 20190411-002 repealing Resolution No. 20140417-004 and adopting the Utility Profile & Water Conservation Plan for Municipal and Wholesale Water Use as required by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). May 2, 2024 – Council approved Resolution No. 20240502-004 repealing Resolution No. 20160505-004 and adopting a Drought Contingency Plan as required by the TCEQ. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 4, 2024 – Recommended by the Austin Integrated Water Resource Planning Community Task Force (Water Forward Task Force) on an 8-0 vote with Task Force Members Faust and Lorenz absent. November 13, 2024 – To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. November 19, 2024 – To be reviewed by the Resource Management Commission. Additional Backup Information: Austin is required by the TCEQ to file a Drought Contingency Plan (DCP) and a Water Conservation Plan (WCP) under Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Title 30, Chapter 288. A DCP establishes a series of drought stages and the measures to curtail water use during specific times of drought. A WCP describes a utility’s water use profile and describes water conservation goals and programs to reduce water use and otherwise increase water use efficiency. These plans are required to be updated on a five-year basis and submitted to the TCEQ. Austin’s last DCP was approved by Council on May 2, 2024. At the time of adoption, Austin Water committed to reviewing the DCP in further collaboration with the Austin Integrated Water Resource Planning Community Task Force and in conjunction with the anticipated update of the City’s 2024 Water Forward Plan. The …
M E M O R A N D U M TO: Mayor and Council Members THROUGH: Robert Goode, P.E., Assistant City Manager FROM: Shay Ralls Roalson, P.E., Director, Austin Water DATE: November 5, 2024 SUBJECT: Water Forward – Austin’s Integrated Water Resource Plan Update Austin Water is pleased to share the 2024 update to Water Forward--Austin’s Integrated Water Resource Plan (Water Forward Plan), which supports a sustainable and equitable water future for Austin’s next 100 years. Revisions to Austin’s Water Conservation Plan and Drought Contingency Plan have also been completed and complement the strategies in the Water Forward Plan. These plans are slated for City Council consideration on November 21, 2024. BACKGROUND Austin’s first Water Forward Plan was unanimously adopted by City Council in November 2018. It established the community’s first integrated water resource plan, and Austin Water has worked diligently to implement the plan’s strategies since adoption. A summary of key milestones in the implementation of Water Forward 2018 is attached. WATER FORWARD 2024 UPDATES As part of our adaptive management approach, Austin Water began updating the Water Forward plan in late 2021. The updated plan is the culmination of detailed technical analysis along with extensive community input. The plan development process was led by Austin Water with support from the Council- appointed Integrated Water Resource Planning Community Task Force (known as the Water Forward Task Force). In addition, Austin Water convened a Climate Technical Advisory Group to provide subject matter expertise throughout the plan update and obtained technical support from the University of Texas at Austin on developing climate projections. This effort also incorporated a Community Ambassador Cohort to provide broader participation of historically underrepresented communities in the plan’s Equity and Affordability Road Map. A listing of advisory bodies and consultants who contributed to Water Forward 2024 Plan development is attached. Water Forward 2024 builds on the 2018 plan and provides a roadmap to a sustainable, resilient, equitable, and affordable water future for Austin for the next 100 years. Most of the strategies reflected in the Water Forward 2018 plan continue as key strategies in the Water Forward 2024 plan. In the future, the lower Colorado River and Highland Lakes system that provides Austin’s drinking water supply will Page 1 of 8 likely experience impacts from regional growth, droughts, and climate change. Water Forward includes a 50-year portfolio of conservation, reuse, and supply strategies to meet these challenges. …
Water & Wastewater Commission Water Forward 2024 Water Conservation Plan Drought Contingency Plan 1 Shay Ralls Roalson, PE November 13, 2024 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. 2 Planning for Uncertainty Population Growth Climate Change 3 Combined Storage Lakes Buchanan and Travis 4 Adaptive Management Plan Conservation Reuse Supply Partnerships 5 Portfolio Evaluation 6 Recommended Portfolio Utility-Side Water Loss Control • Production meter improvements • Expanded active leak detection programs • Additional analysis of smart meter data Customer Side Water Use Management • Expanded customer incentives for conservation • Use of smart meter data for customer-side leak identification, education, and outreach • Water use budgeting Native & Efficient Landscapes • New landscape ordinances & incentives • • Irrigation efficiency incentives Landscape conversion programs Non-Potable Reuse • Onsite Water Reuse Systems • Decentralized Reclaimed • Centralized Reclaimed Water Supply Storage Aquifer Storage and Recovery Decker Lake Off Channel Reservoir Potable Reuse Indirect Potable Reuse New Water Supplies Brackish Groundwater Desalination Strategies reliant on Colorado River and LCRA supplies 7 Water Forward Plan: Changes between 2018 and 2024 Updated climate and hydrology Planning for uncertainty 100-year adaptive management pathways Equity and affordability roadmap Colorado River Land Analysis for water quality protection Expanded water conservation and water loss control Future use of Lake Walter E. Long for off-channel storage 8 Conservation and Drought Planning Water Conservation Plan (WCP) Drought Contingency Plan (DCP) Plan for all weather conditions Focuses on drought conditions Describes • Utility and water use information • Conservation (rebates, education, enforcement) • Water loss reduction • Reuse activities Includes water consumption and water loss goals Describes • Drought Stages • Drought Triggers (demand and supply) • Drought Actions & Restrictions Must be consistent with the LCRA DCP Requires Chapter 6-4 changes 9 Water Conservation Plan: Changes between 2019 and 2024 Update and expand descriptions and metrics of current conservation activities Updated water use goals based on ‘bottom-up’ estimate of potential savings Proposed new or expanded activities to meet goals: • Single-family landscape transformation • Commercial conservation incentives • Water …
WATER AND WASTEWATER COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, November 13, 2024 The Water and Wastewater Commission convened in a regular called meeting on November 13, 2024, at Waller Creek Center, 625 E 10th Street, Austin, Texas. Chair Turrieta called the Water and Wastewater Commission to order at 6:01 p.m. Commission Members in Attendance: Chair Susan Turrieta, Alex Navarro (Remote), Shwetha Pandurangi, Jesse Penn, Mike Reyes, Marcela Tunon Sion (Remote), Amanda Marzullo Commission Members Absent: Vice Chair Christopher Maxwell-Gaines, Judy Musgrove, William Moriarty PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL There were no registered public speakers. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of minutes from the October 9, 2024, regular meeting of the Water and Wastewater Commission. The minutes from the October 9, 2024, regular meeting were approved on Commissioner Penn’s motion and Commissioner Reyes’ second on a 6-0 vote with Commissioners Musgrove, Moriarty, Pandurangi and Vice Chair Maxwell- Gaines absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION 2. Recommend approval of a resolution approving the issuance by Pilot Knob Municipal Utility District No. 2 of Unlimited Tax Bonds, Series 2024, in a principal amount not to exceed $2,910,000. This item has no fiscal impact. Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission on Commissioner Penn’s motion and Commissioner Marzullo’s second on a 6-0 vote with Commissioners Musgrove, Moriarty, Pandurangi and Vice Chair Maxwell-Gaines absent. 3. Recommend approval of a resolution approving the issuance by Pilot Knob Municipal Utility District No. 2 of Unlimited Tax Road Bonds, Series 2024A, in a principal amount not to exceed $6,280,000. This item has no fiscal impact. Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission on Commissioner Penn’s motion and Commissioner Marzullo’s second on a 6-0 vote with Commissioners Musgrove, Moriarty, Pandurangi and Vice Chair Maxwell-Gaines absent. 4. Recommend approval of a resolution authorizing the issuance by Pilot Knob Municipal Utility District No. 3 of Unlimited Tax Bonds, Series 2024, in the amount of $3,630,000. This item has no fiscal impact. Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission on Commissioner Penn’s motion and Commissioner Marzullo’s second on a 6-0 vote with Commissioners Musgrove, Moriarty, Pandurangi and Vice Chair Maxwell-Gaines absent. 5. Recommend approval of a resolution authorizing the issuance by Pilot Knob Municipal Utility District No. 3 of Unlimited Tax Road Bonds, Series 2024A, in the amount of $7,085,000. This item has no fiscal impact. Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission on Commissioner Penn’s motion and Commissioner Marzullo’s second on a 6-0 vote with …
1. REGULAR MEETING of the TOURISM COMMISSION BOARD November 13, 2024, at 2:30 pm City Hall Chambers Room 1001 301 W. Second St Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the Tourism Commission Board may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Felicia Ojeda, 512.404.4022 or felicia.ojeda@austintexas.gov CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Daniel Ronan, Chair, D9 Aileen Bazan, D1 Christian Tschoepe, D3 Bishop Chappell, D6 Stefani Mathis, D8 Anna Panossian, Mayoral Ed Bailey, Vice Chair, D5 Greg Chanon, D2 Allison Moujaes, D4 John Riedie, D7 District 10 (vacant) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Tourism Commission Board Regular Meeting on October 9, 2024. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. DISCUSSION ITEMS Staff briefing from Staff Liaison, Felicia Ojeda, regarding the vacancy and newly appointed members on the board and updates on city policy for commissions. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Presentation by Katie Edwards, Executive Director of the Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum regarding the Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum, and its tourism impact & future. Presentation by Cara Bertron, Program Manager of the City of Austin- Planning Department, regarding a follow-up regarding the Equity-Based Preservation Plan & its connection to tourism. Presentation by Stephanie Helfman, Manager, Chronic Disease & Injury Prevention Program, Austin Public Health Department regarding the impacts of vaping and e-cigarettes in public spaces impacting tourism. Presentation by Alec Puente, Government Relations Director, Texas, American Heart Association, regarding the impacts of vaping and e-cigarettes in public spaces impacting Tourism. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Discussion and possible action to recommend to the Austin City Council to adopt the Equity-Based Preservation Plan. Approve the 2025 calendar for the Tourism Commission Board. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES Update from the Short-Term Rental Working Group on any new reports regarding the STR’s new focus and efforts for recommendations. FUTURE AGENDA …
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. WORKING DOCUMENT: Tourism Commission Road Map November 2024 – December 2025 Agenda Topics, Potential Speakers & Community Presenters Note: All meetings take place on Wednesdays from 2:30pm-4:30pm in City Council Chambers (unless modified by venue availability) December 11, 2024 – Proposed: Tourism Commission Work Session January 2025 – A New Year for Tourism – Convention Center & HOT Taxes February 2025 – Revenues for Tourism – Revisiting STRs & Bonds for Tourism Destinations March 2025 – The Austin Film Industry April 2025 – The Economic Impact of Austin Tourism/Athletics & Tourism May 2025 – Celebrating National Travel & Tourism Week June 2025 – Festivals, Food & Fun July 2025 – Parks & Greenspace August 2025 – Proposed: No Meeting September 2025 – Museums & Tourism October 2025 – Historic Preservation & Tourism November 2025 – Tourism Snapshot – Where we are and where we’re going December 2025 – Tourism Commission Work Session
Smoke-Free Community Policy Alec Puente TX Government Relations Director Why is Clean Air Important? Review of the Research around Smoke-Free Air • US Surgeon General: Secondhand smoke linked to disease and premature death and those who do not smoke. • Children at higher risk for SIDS, acute respiratory problems, ear infections, asthma attacks, and slowed lung growth • Adults suffer cardiovascular effects, coronary heart disease, and lung cancer • No risk-free level of exposure, regardless of ventilation systems • No adverse impact on hospitality industry • Centers for Disease Control: risk of myocardial infarction and heart disease increases rapidly at relatively small doses, such as those from secondhand smoke • Secondhand smoke is particularly hazardous to elderly people, individuals with cardiovascular disease, and individuals with impaired respiratory function, including asthmatics and those with obstructive airway disease. 2 Business Impacts • Data, surveys, and qualitative research all indicate that smoke-free policies are popular and do not have an adverse effect on economic activity. • The North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index Study (issued by J.D. Power and Associates) found that, “Nearly nine of 10 guests (89%) say they prefer a smokefree hotel environment in 2008.” • World Health Organization: “smoke-free policies often have a positive economic impact.” • Data shows no effect on bar or restaurant employment. • University of Florida: no negative effect on hotel, restaurant, or tourism revenue or employment; small positive effect on restaurant revenue. • Smoke-free policies have positive effects on profitability, productivity, maintenance costs, and insurance rates. 3 Electronic Smoking Devices & Secondhand Aerosol E-cigarettes, vaporizers, an other new products • ESDs heat and vaporize a solution typically containing nicotine. These are now the most commonly-used form of tobacco by youth in the US. • Not emission-free; the aerosol contains volatile organic compounds, ultrafine particles, heavy metals, and flavorings linked to lung disease and cancer. • May exacerbate respiratory ailments like asthma, or constrict arteries leading to a heart attack. of nicotine. environments. • Non-smokers exposed to cigarette smoke and ESD aerosols absorb similar levels • ESDs have gained competitive advantages in part because of loopholes and gaps in regulation that have allowed them to be used in typically-smoke free • Exposure is declining, but more than 20% of nonsmoking adults are still exposed to secondhand smoke. 4 Policy Solutions Comprehensive Smoke-Free Air Ordinances • National best practice states that an ordinance should apply to smoking …
Electronic Cigarettes ST E PHA NIE HE L F M A N AU ST IN P U BL I C HEA LT H M A N AGER, C HRON I C DI S EASE A N D I N JURY P R E V ENTION P ROG R AM What Are Electronic Cigarettes? •“E-cigs,” “vape pens,” “vapes,” and “electronic nicotine delivery systems” •Produce an aerosol by heating a liquid that usually contains nicotine, flavorings, and other chemicals that is inhaled. Source: CDC The Evolution of Electronic Cigarettes Source:: Sherburne Substance Use Coalition Truth Initiative Vaping Lingo Dictionary: https://truthinitiative.org/sites/default/files/media/files/2020/06/Truth_Vaping_Lingo_Dictionary_FINAL.pdf “Consumers have no way of knowing the doses they are inhaling, the types or concentrations of potentially harmful chemicals, or if e-cigarettes are safe for their intended use.” -2009 Food and Drug Administration (FDA) E-Cigarette Facts • Most e-cigarettes contain nicotine • Long-term effects are still being learned • Secondhand aerosol, or vapor, is NOT harmless water vapor. • E-cigarette aerosol degrades indoor air quality. “Youth use e-cigarettes more than any other tobacco product” -Centers for Disease Control and Prevention E-Cigarettes and Youth Use of E-Cigarettes, By Grade Texas Youth Tobacco Survey, 2023 20% 14% 12% 8% 8% 4% Grade 6 Grade 9 Grade 12 Past Month Lifetime 25% 20% 15% 10% 5% 0% Substances in E-Cigarette Aerosol Photo credit: CDC https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/basic_information/e-cigarettes/about-e-cigarettes.html Disposable Vaping Devices •Most popular type of e-cigarette with youth •Disposable e-cigarettes were exempt from federal restrictions on flavors. •Following exemption, disposable e-cigarettes increased in popularity about 1,000% among high school e-cigarette users. Photo credit: Truth Initiative Vaping and Mental Health MYTH: Nicotine can help relieve stress Nicotine can increase feelings of anxiety and depression and increase stress. Source: Truth Initiative Emerging Products: Oral Nicotine Pouches Contain nicotine power instead of tobacco leaf May be marketed as “tobacco-free” Come in flavors such as fruit and mint Second most common tobacco product among middle school and high school youth Photo credit: Campaign for Tobacco-free Kids Laws & Regulations Federal Laws ◦ Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act (2009) ◦ FDA regulation of cigarettes, smokeless, and roll-your-own tobacco ◦ FDA regulates all tobacco products, including electronic cigarettes and vape pens. (2016) ◦ Tobacco 21 Law (2019) ◦ Raised the federal minimum age for sale of tobacco products from 18 to 21 years ◦ Policy on Flavored E-cigarettes (2020) ◦ FDA Limits flavors for specific e-cigarette devices ◦ Menthol exemption ◦ Disposables …
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL TO ADOPT THE EQUITY-BASED PRESERVATION PLAN WHEREAS, Austin’s existing plan to guide historic preservation policies, programs, and activities was adopted in 1981; and WHEREAS, both Austin and the historic preservation field have changed substantially in the past 43 years; and WHEREAS, the Historic Landmark Commission initiated the development of a new preservation plan for Austin in 2021; and WHEREAS, the resulting Equity-Based Preservation Plan (the preservation plan) was developed by a community working group with members from across Austin bringing diverse lived experiences as well as professional and community expertise; and WHEREAS, broad, inclusive outreach and engagement around the draft preservation plan reached more than 2,500 people throughout the city to review and comment on the plan’s goals and recommendations; and WHEREAS, the Tourism Commission received a briefing on the draft preservation plan at its April 2024 meeting; and WHEREAS, the community working group and Historic Landmark Commission revised and finalized the preservation plan based on public feedback; and WHEREAS, the preservation plan aligns with and furthers the goals of the Tourism Commission, particularly recommendations related to moving forward the incentives for placemaking and preservation that provide incentives for creating tourism destinations in Austin. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF AUSTIN TOURISM COMMISSION: The Austin Tourism Commission recommends that City Council adopt the Equity-Based Preservation Plan and support its timely implementation.
TEXAS CI TIES WI TH A COMPREHENSI VE SMOKE-FREE ORDI NANCE ANTHONY EL PASO HORIZON CITY SOCORRO SAN ELIZARIO ABILENE SAN ANGELO 107 CITIES AS OF JUNE 2024 12.5 MILLION+ CITIZENS PROTECTED FROM SECONDHAND SMOKE VERNON BURKBURNETT WICHITA FALLS DENTON LITTLE ELM HIGHLAND VILLAGE FLOWER MOUND SOUTHLAKE FORT WORTH BENBROOK DUNCANVILLE DENISON MCKINNEY PLANO UNIVERSITY PARK IRVING DALLAS ARLINGTON MESQUITE LANCASTER DESOTO SEAGOVILLE ENNIS GRANBURY RED OAK WAXAHACHIE MARSHALL LINDALE TYLER HENDERSON NACOGDOCHES LUFKIN WACO LACY-LAKEVIEW ROBINSON COPPERAS COVE NOLANVILLE BRYAN HUNTSVILLE HORSESHOE BAY AUSTIN COLLEGE STATION PRAIRIE VIEW BROOKSHIRE SPRING VALLEY BEAUMONT MONT BELVIEU HOUSTON BAYTOWN MISSOURI CITY PEARLAND DEL RIO UNIVERSAL CITY EAGLE PASS SAN MARCOS NEW BRAUNFELS SCHERTZ SAN ANTONIO VICTORIA PORT LAVACA BEEVILLE CORPUS CHRISTI LAREDO EL CENIZO LA GRULLA LA JOYA PENITAS SULLIVAN CITY PALMVIEW RIO GRANDE CITY FALFURRIAS LA VILLA ROMA EDINBURG ALTON EDCOUCH ELSA SAN PERLITA RAYMONDVILLE LYFORD PALMHURST PHARR ALAMO SAN JUAN COMBES SANTA ROSA RIO HONDO DONNA MISSION MCALLEN HIDALGO WESLACO MERCEDES PROGRESO ESCOBARES BROWNSVILLE HARLINGEN SAN BENITO LAGUNA VISTA PORT ISABEL
Tourism Commission Board Meeting Month Day/ Date Time Location January Wednesday / 8th 2:30pm - 4:30pm February Wednesday / 12th 2:30pm - 4:30pm March Wednesday / 12th 2:30pm - 4:30pm April May June July Wednesday / 9th 2:30pm - 4:30pm Wednesday / 14th 2:30pm - 4:30pm Wednesday / 11th 2:30pm - 4:30pm Monday / 9th 2:30pm - 4:30pm August No Meeting Set September Wednesday / 10th 2:30pm - 4:30pm October Wednesday / 8th 2:30pm - 4:30pm November Wednesday / 12th 2:30pm - 4:30pm December Wednesday / 10th 2:30pm - 4:30pm Council Chambers Room 1001 Council Chambers Room 1001 Council Chambers Room 1001 Council Chambers Room 1001 Council Chambers Room 1001 Council Chambers Room 1001 Council Chambers Room 1001 Council Chambers Room 1001 Council Chambers Room1001 Council Chambers Room 1001 Council Chambers Room 1001 This was approved at the November 13, 2025, meeting with Commissioner Panossian’s motion to approve the 2025 dates for the 2nd Wednesdays of each month at 2:30pm- 4:30pm. Commissioner Chanon’s seconded the motion. The approval passed with a unanimous vote 9-0. Tourism Commission Board 2025 Meeting Schedule
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE Wednesday, November 13, 2024 – 4:00PM Permitting and Development Center Conference Room 1401 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr Austin, TX 78752 Some members of the committee may be participating by videoconference Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, email preservation@austintexas.gov or call Sam Fahnestock at (512) 974-3393. COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Kevin Koch JuanRaymon Rubio Harmony Grogan AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten (10) speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2426 Hartford Rd. Old West Austin National Register Historic District Council District 10 Proposal: Total demolition. Applicant: Jennifer Smith 1. 2. 1013, 1015, 1101 1113, 1115 West Lynn St.; 1004, 1006, 1102, 1104 Eason St. West Line National Register Historic District Council District 9 3. 4. 5. Proposal: Partial demolition and new construction. Applicant: Victoria Haase 1508 Westover Rd. Old West Austin National Register Historic District Council District 10 Proposal: Demolition of carport, new construction rear unit. Applicant: Douglas Powell 1010 E Cesar Chavez St. Council District 3 Proposal: Addition, remodel of existing patio, partial demolition. Applicant: Victoria Haase 2600 E Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Council District 1 Proposal: Total demolition and new construction. Applicant: Leah Bojo ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call the Historic Preservation Office at 512-974-3393 for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Historic Landmark Commission, please contact Sam Fahnestock, Planner II, at 512-974-3393; Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Officer, at 512-974-2727. ,£, First Floor City of Austin Permitting and Development Center () OD Coffee Shop South Elevator;; ' . Event Center Trahng Courtyard Employee Entrance lNo,-k:,t;;.tio,os 110-8.01 · 1108.16 Dr.;wing not …
1. REGULAR CALLED MEETING of the ETHICS REVIEW COMMISSION NOVEMBER 13, 2024 at 6:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, PDC ROOM, #1405 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS 78752 Some members of the Ethics Review Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public Speakers: Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak once, either in-person or remotely, and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. If participating remotely by telephone, a speaker must register no later than noon the day before the meeting. To register to speak remotely, contact Lizette Benitez at (512) 974-2915 or lizette.benitez@austintexas.gov. Adam Materne Luis Figueroa Secretary Nguyen Stanton-Adams William Ross Pumfrey District 2 – Vacancy Amy Casto CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Edward Espinoza Brian Mcgiverin Chair Michael Lovins Vice-Chair Haksoon Andrea Low Mary Kahle CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA There is no limit on the number of speakers who may speak on agenda items. There is a limit on the number of speakers who may speak on items not posted on the agenda—only the first ten speakers who register prior to the meeting being called to order will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address non-agenda items. For more information on public communication, please see the “Notice Regarding Public Communication” at the end of this agenda. EXECUTIVE SESSION The Ethics Review Commission may announce it will go into Executive Session pursuant to Chapter 551.071 of the Texas Government Code to receive advice from legal counsel on any matter listed in this agenda. The Commission may go into Executive Session to 1 2. 3. 4. 5. discuss: 2 A complaint filed by Betsy Greenberg against Kirk Watson raising claimed violations of City Charter, Article III (Elections), Section 8 (A)(3) (Limits on Contributions to Candidates). The Ethics Review Commission may announce it will go into Executive Session pursuant to Chapter 551.071 of the Texas Government Code to receive advice from legal counsel on any matter listed in this agenda. The Commission may go into Executive Session to discuss: 2 A complaint filed by Betsy Greenberg against Douglas Greco raising claimed violations of City Charter, Article III (Elections), Section 8 (A)(3) (Limits on Contributions to Candidates). FINAL HEARING A complaint filed by Betsy Greenberg against Kirk Watson raising claimed violations of City Charter, Article III (Elections), Section 8 (A)(3) …
REGULAR MEETING of the EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL NOVEMBER 13, 2024, 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, call or email Caitlin Oliver, Program Coordinator, Austin Public Health, at 512-972-6205 or Caitlin.Oliver@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Cathy McHorse, Chair Corie Cormie Tom Hedrick Andrea McIllwain Alice Navarro Ellana Selig Choquette Hamilton, Vice Chair Eliza Gordon Cynthia McCollum Brianna Menard Casie Schennum AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first five speakers to register 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. Approve the minutes of the Early Childhood Council Regular Meeting on October 9, 2024 APPROVAL OF MINUTES DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Updates on the Affordable Child Care Now Coalition and Travis County Proposition A 3. 4. 5. 6. Presentation from the Early Childhood Council Quality-of-Life (QoL) Study Workgroup about the updated study timeline and scope Updates from the October Joint Inclusion Committee (JIC) meeting, including quorum of JIC representatives for budget season and promoting the JIC’s virtual Voices and Choices session on November 20, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Overview of the Fiscal Year 2026 City of Austin budget process and action to appoint a FY26 budget workgroup STAFF BRIEFINGS Briefing from Caitlin Oliver, Austin Public Health (APH), regarding the Home Grown grant for home-based child care providers; and updates from related local early childhood groups such as Austin Chapter of the Texas Association for the Education of Young Children, Austin ISD, and Child Care Regulation 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 or Caitlin.Oliver@austintexas.gov, for additional …
Program Name Description Agency FY24 Amount FY25 Amount Notes Austin Public Health Early Childhood Investments Table EDD Childcare Contracts - EDD General Fund Mainspring Magic Quality Investment Project This program expands the training and professional development opportunities offered to teachers to enable them to build skills and expertise in areas aligned with the three pillars of Mainspring's successful model - Innovative Learning, Health & Wellness, and the Whole Family Approach. Childcare for Black Mothers RISE will provide free or low-cost, short-term, culturally congruent, high-quality drop-in childcare, for Black mothers who are a part of the Black Mama’s Village in Central Texas for children 6 weeks through age 5. Drop- in care is a back-up childcare option for parents when they need temporary, short-term care. Rise Child Development Center Quality Childcare Collaborative (QC3) (includes Continuity of Childcare System Services) Programming to increase childcare quality, including Director Mentoring, CLASS Training, and the Jeannette Watson Wage Supplement Program; Temporary “bridge” funding for children in subsidized childcare who would otherwise be terminated or not enrolled due to federal funding rules. Workforce Solutions Capital Area Workforce Board Mainspring Schools $34,000 $71,400 This contract was first funded for 6 months in FY24 under a new award from the APH Early Childhood RFP. FY25 Includes a one-time 5% COLA of $3,400. $68,064 $142,933 This contract was first funded for 6 months in FY24 under a new award from the APH Early Childhood RFP. FY25 Includes a one-time 5% COLA of $6,806. $1,118,210 $1,174,121 FY25 Includes a one-time 5% COLA of $55,911 KinderCare at Bergstrom Tech Early Childhood Consulting Childcare Leadership Academy Rent and operating expenses (OpEx) for childcare program on City-leased property at Bergstrom Technology Center KinderCare $307,214 $304,188 Childcare consulting services $75,000 $75,000 Ginsberg Kershner & Associates Training for facility directors, assistant directors, and staff interested in leadership roles to develop leadership pipeline for childcare sector and improve center quality and stability. Raising Austin dba Together 4 Children $351,270 $351,270 EDD Workforce Development dollars Austin Public Health Early Childhood Investments Table Premium Pay Wage Stipends Wage stipends for qualified childcare staff, up to $2500/year to improve staff retention and care quality. $519,924 $480,076 Workforce Solutions Capital Area Workforce Board Total FY23 funding of $1M from EDD Workforce Development dollars; rolled into WFS ARPA contract. Amounts listed are balances utilized each fiscal year $2,473,682 $2,598,988 Program Name Description Agency FY24 Amount FY25 Amount Notes EDD Program Delivery …
Check In Commission on Aging, Early Childhood Council, & Commission for Women’s Quality of Life Studies October 23rd, 2024 - Equity Office — Introductions & Check In Discussion Topics 01 Researcher Update 02 Commissioner Update Combined Timelines Ways of partnering & participating 03 Equity Office Update 04 Next Steps Website & Update Page Undoing Racism Workshop & Meetings Researcher Updates Where are we now? Aging Outreach and Engagement Planning Women and Girls Interviewing Organizations and Preparing for Survey launch Families with Young Children Planning and Design Phase ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Identified 30 potential community partnership organizations with a focus on priority groups. Created a community partnership table to bring to organizations for a clear ask. Completed initial outreach on 10/22. Interviewed 4 of 10 community organizations, 2 upcoming Refining focus to organizations serving native language speakers: Arabic, Burmese, Hindi, Mandarin, Nepali, Spanish, Vietnamese Currently translating survey and consent forms Conducted an environmental scan of existing data/measures, key organizations, and gaps in knowledge Identified priority focus areas and research questions Identified relevant organizations needed for outreach and collaboration on data collection Upcoming Goals Aging Focus Groups: Scheduling and Recruitment Women and Girls Launch Surveys via Community Partners Finalize community partnerships by December. Translate flyers and recruitment materials. Schedule dates/times/locations of focus groups and confirm/train facilitators. Attend onsite programming at community partner locations (where feasible) to facilitate recruitment. Organizations interviewed to date are interested in sharing survey $25 Gift Cards for each individually completed survey Survey responses in 7 languages: Arabic, Burmese, Hindi, Mandarin, Nepali, Spanish, Vietnamese ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Families with Young Children Finalize Data Collection Instruments & Prepare for Outreach Finalize caregiver survey and obtain ECC approval by mid-November Draft interview and focus group guides by December Begin outreach to local organizations High-Level Timelines: Aging Focus Groups, Photovoice, and Survey Women and Girls Interviews w/Organizations, Surveys, World Cafe Conversations, Photovoice with Youth Families with Young Children Data Collection, Analysis, & Reporting ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● November–December: Community Partnership Building January: Focus Group Recruitment February–March: Host Focus Groups April–June: Survey and Photovoice July–August: Analysis September: Dissemination September - November: Interviews October - March: Survey Distribution January - March: ○ ○ ○ Survey Analysis World Cafe Conversation planning Photovoice planning March - May: World Cafe Conversation & Photovoice …
Quality of Life Study for Austin's Families with Young Children November 2024 Update Providing High Quality Research, Evaluation, & Technical Assistance for Making Informed & Equitable Decisions RESEARCH • EVALUATION • SURVEYS • TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE www.dir-online.com Agenda • Introductions • History of Study • DIR Updates: • Update on research activities • Theoretical Framework & Revised research questions • Recruitment update • Wrap-up/Timeline Review • Collaboration Across Three Quality of Life Studies – Early Childhood Council, Commission for Women, and Commission on Aging (also see PDF from Oct 23rd Meeting) • Commissioner Questions History • Joint Inclusion Committee requested funding for the five Quality of Life Commissions who had not conducted a study in 2022. $1.2 million was included in the 2023 City Budget. • Purpose: :Quality of life is living in a community that supports and empowers parents and other caregivers to raise healthy children in the best possible ways to thrive in childhood and adulthood and congruent with their own goals for their children. • Goals • Public policies/services that help or impede raising children • Produce actionable, specific recommendations • Provide a strength-based assessment of resources • Identify relevant city and county resources in power analysis Recent Activities • Study Design • Recruitment • Caregiver survey • Other activities • Re-reviewed literature to develop current framework • Revised research questions • Reviewed local organizational contacts given by ECC workgroup members • Began drafting recruitment materials • Started matrix of constructs and questions to include in survey • Collaborated with other QoL study teams • Attended Undoing Racism workshop Revised Research Questions 1. What are the key social and economic challenges and needs affecting quality of life for families with young children? 2. How do socioeconomic needs relate to caregiver resources such as mental health and perceived social support? 3. How do the needs and resources of families differ by demographic characteristics and geography? 4. How do families perceive and experience the impact of institutional policies, practices, and resource allocation on their quality of life? 5. What do families perceive as the power dynamics and differentials in Austin? Mixed-Methods Approach Focus Groups Caregiver Survey Landscape Analysis Interviews Project Timeline Study Planning & Design Phase •Working group and stakeholder interviews •Landscape analysis and lit review •Develop data collection plan Data Collection Phase •Survey fielding •Conduct rolling interviews and focus groups October 2024 – January 2025 April – August 2025 …
COMMUNITY TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING Wednesday – November 13th, 2024 – 6:30PM City Hall – Boards and Commission – Room 1101 301 W 2nd St, 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, email Dan Martinez at dan.martinez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Steven Apodaca, Chair Keith Pena-Villa Thomas Rice Suzanne Heritage Sumit DasGupta AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Carina Alderete, Vice Chair Brian AM Williams Gabriel Nwajiaku Ibiye Anga The first ten speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Community Technology and Telecommunications Commission meeting on October 9th, 2024. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation on the Digital Storytelling Project programming provided by E4 Youth, inc. (Carl Settles, Founder/CEO, E4 Youth, Inc.) 3. Presentation on Austin Free-Net’s Digital Inclusion Week Celebration event, Tech For All Fest, (Jess Ross, CEO, Austin Free-Net) DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. Discussion and approval of possible after action following the Audit and Finance’s decision regarding the updated CTTC bylaws. 5. Approval of a working group focused on reduction of duplicative technologies within the city system 6. Approval of the Community Technology and Telecommunications Commission’s meeting schedule for 2025 WORKING GROUP UPDATES 7. Update from the public surveillance working group 8. Update from the Artificial Intelligence working group 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 you require Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Dan Martinez at the Community Technology Division in the Economic Development Department, at dan.martinez@austintexas.gov for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Community Technology …
4. REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON AGING NOVEMBER 13TH, 2024 AT NOON CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS, 78701 Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Halana Kaleel, 512- 972-5019, Halana.Kaleel@austintexas.gov. CURRENT MEMBERS: Richard Bondi, Chair Gretchen Flatau, Vice-Chair Mariana Gonzalez Austin Adams Suzanne Anderson Jacqueline Angel Jennifer Scott Preston Tyree Henry Van de Putte Vacancies since Sep 2024: Mayor’s Office, Travis County Martin Kareithi Gloria Lugo Tina Rodriguez Teresa Ferguson AGENDA CALL TO ORDER/ATTENDANCE PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. 3. Approve the minutes of the October 9th, 2024, regular Commission on Aging Meeting. Approve the 2025 regular meeting schedule of the Commission on Aging. Approve the annual Age Friendly Austin Community Survey and plan for distribution of the survey. Recommendation to form a workgroup on Emergency Preparedness Management to make recommendations on gaps in services and response for older adults and promoting the State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry (STEAR). DISCUSSION ITEMS 5. Update and reminder of Commission on Aging terms including upcoming terms that are ending, holdover periods, and term limits and quorum set in the Commission on Aging bylaws. STAFF BRIEFINGS/ANNOUNCEMENTS 6. Staff Briefing regarding Age-Friendly Austin including update on the Age Friendly Austin Action Plan Update, Nicole Howe, Age Friendly Program Coordinator, Austin Public Health. WORKGROUP UPDATES 7. Update from the Implicit Bias Workgroup on their November meeting as it relates to the working group goals (Workgroup members include: Chair Bondi and Commissioners Tyree and Scott). Update from the Budget Workgroup on the recent Budget Townhalls as it relates to the working group goals (Workgroup members include: Chair Bondi, Vice-Chair Flatau, and Commissioners Van de Putte and Scott). Update from the Older Adults Quality of Life Study Workgroup on current status of the study as it relates to the working group goals (Workgroup members include: Chair Bondi, Vice- Chair Flatau, and Commissioners Van de Putte, Scott, and Tyree). WORKING GROUP RECOMMENDATIONS FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON AGING NOVEMBER 13TH, 2024 AT NOON CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS, 78701 Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Halana Kaleel, 512- 972-5019, Halana.Kaleel@austintexas.gov. CURRENT MEMBERS: Richard Bondi, Chair Gretchen Flatau, Vice-Chair Mariana Gonzalez Austin Adams Suzanne Anderson Jacqueline Angel Jennifer Scott Preston Tyree Henry Van de Putte Vacancies since Sep 2024: Mayor’s Office, Travis County Martin Kareithi Gloria Lugo Tina Rodriguez Teresa Ferguson AGENDA ADDENDUM DISCUSSION ITEMS 10. Update on the October 2024 Joint Inclusion Committee Meeting (Chair Bondi). The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Halana Kaleel at Austin Public Health, at 512-972-5019, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Commission on Aging, please contact Halana Kaleel at 512-972-5019.
REGULAR MEETING of the AIRPORT ADVISORY COMMISSION (AAC) November 13, 2024 3:00 PM 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR., ROOM 1405 AUSTIN, TEXAS 78752 Some members of the Commission may be participating via videoconference. Livestream of the meeting will be available at ATXN1 https://www.austintexas.gov/watch-atxn-live Audio of the meeting will be available as an alternative to attending in person. Please email Ammie Calderon at ammie.calderon@flyaustin.com by Noon of the day of the meeting for dial-in details. Public comment for general communication and all agenda items will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. In-person registration is available for speakers who sign up at the meeting location prior to the meeting being called to order. Registration to speak remotely is available for speakers who have provided an email to Ammie Calderon at ammie.calderon@flyaustin.com, no later than Noon of the day before the meeting. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS Wendy Price Todd, Chair Bakari Brock, Vice-Chair Patrick Rose, Secretary Raymond Young Jeremy Hendricks Jonathan Coon AGENDA Chad Ennis Scott Madole Doyle Valdez Fang Fang Jeff Eller CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Public communication for items not on the agenda. The first 5 registered speakers will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address the Airport Advisory Commission on an item that is not posted on the agenda. Please refer to the registration instructions above. 1 Public communication for items on the agenda. Registered speakers will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address the Airport Advisory Commission on an item that is posted as a Briefing, Discussion/Action, or Discussion item. Please refer to the registration instructions above. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the AAC regular meeting on October 9, 2024 STAFF BRIEFINGS Financial Officer 2. Briefing on September 2024 Financial Results presented by Rajeev Thomas, Chief 3. Briefing on Air Service Update provided by Jamy Kazanoff, AUS Air Service Development 4. Briefing on Journey with AUS (AUS AEDP/Capital Improvement Program) Active Projects provided by Lyn Estabrook, Deputy Chief Development Officer 5. Briefing on AUS Short-Term Financing provided by Rajeev Thomas, Chief Financial Officer 6. Briefing on AUS Lounge Program presented by John Gallo, Commercial Management Division Manager DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS 7. Authorize negotiation and execution of a contract for an emergency notification system for the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport for the Department of Aviation with Everbridge, Inc., for an initial term of one year with two one-year extension options, for a total contract amount not …
Raymond Young Doyle Valdez Jeff Eller AIRPORT ADVISORY COMMISSION (AAC) REGULAR MEETING MINUTES October 09, 2024, 3:00 PM The Airport Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on October 09, 2024 at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr., Room 1405 Austin, Texas 78752 Chair Wendy Price Todd called the regular meeting to order at 3:01 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Wendy Price Todd, Chair Patrick Rose, Secretary Jeremy Hendricks Fang Fang Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Jonathan Coon Chad Ennis Commissioners Absent: Scott Madole Bakari Brock PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Ramon Garcia, Unite Here Local 23 Esther Olvera, Unite Here Local 23 Ivan Campbell, Unite Here Local 23 APPROVAL OF MINUNTES 1. Approve the minutes of the regular AAC meeting on September 11, 2024. A motion to approve was made by Commissioner Rose; Commissioner Hendricks seconded. The motion passed on a 8-0-1-2 vote. Commissioner Ennis Abstained. Commissioners Brock and Madole were absent at this vote. 2. Briefing on August 2024 Financial Results presented by Rajeev Thomas, Chief Financial 3. Briefing on Air Service Update provided by Jamy Kazanoff, AUS Air Service 4. Briefing on Journey with AUS (AUS AEDP/Capital Improvement Program) Active Projects provided by Lyn Estabrook, Deputy Chief Development Officer STAFF BRIEFINGS Officer Development DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS 5. Discussion and possible action to approve the Airport Advisory Commission meeting calendar for Calendar Year 2025 A motion to approve was made by Commissioner Hendricks; Commissioner Fang seconded. The motion passed on a 9-0-0-2 vote. Commissioners Brock and Madole were absent at this vote. 6. Authorize execution of two contracts for shared use printing products and services with Omnidata Services Inc. and Stanley K. Peterson d/b/a Vidtronix, each for up to five years for total contract amounts not to exceed $2,500,000, divided between the contractors. [Note: This solicitation was reviewed for subcontracting opportunities in accordance with City Code Chapter 2-9B (MinorityOwned 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.] A motion to approve was made by Commissioner Rose; Commissioner Valdez seconded. The motion passed on a 9-0-0-2 vote. Commissioners Brock and Madole were absent at this vote. 7. Authorize negotiation and execution of a contract for aviation security services at controlled access points with the American Association of Airport Executives, for up to five years for a total contract amount not to exceed $2,266,079. [Note: Sole source contracts are …
MEMORANDUM TO: Airport Advisory Commissioners FROM: Rajeev Thomas, Chief Financial Officer, Aviation Department DATE: November 13, 2024 SUBJECT: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) Update September 2024 Financial Results Passenger traffic totaled 1,664,972 in September 2024, a decrease of 6.2% compared to September 2023. FY2024 passenger traffic totaled 22,006,199, an increase of 0.5% compared to FY2023. Average daily departures decreased from 272 in September 2023 to 237 in September 2024, a decrease of 35 daily departures or 12.6% resulting from domestic capacity reductions to better match demand by air carriers. FY2024 average daily departures totaled 253 compared to 261 in FY2023, a decrease of 8 daily departures or 3.0%. Table #1 FY 2024 FY 2023 Variance September September Fav (Unfav) FY 2024 YTD FY 2023 YTD Variance YTD Fav (Unfav) Enplanements Landing Weights Cargo Tonnage Operating Revenue Airport OPEX Total Requirements 825,344 879,628 (6.2%) 11,006,681 10,960,717 1,057,582,035 1,157,726,441 (8.7%) 13,530,296,933 13,720,413,328 11,908 10,499 13.4% 150,980 142,368 0.4% (1.4%) 6.0% $26,229,822 $24,049,329 $2,180,493 $319,102,998 $277,537,898 $41,565,100 $20,693,083 $28,278,950 $7,585,868 $159,197,302 $138,602,795 ($20,594,506) $28,130,013 $34,739,806 $6,609,793 $242,049,351 $211,882,475 ($30,166,875) Net Income Before Federal Relief ($1,900,191) ($10,690,477) $8,790,286 $77,053,647 $65,655,423 $11,398,224 Federal Relief Reimbursement $0 $0 $0 $0 $39,611,948 ($39,611,948) Net Income After Federal Relief ($1,900,191) ($10,690,477) $8,790,286 $77,053,647 $105,267,371 ($28,213,724) Table #1 illustrates September 2024’s enplanements totaled 825,344, a decrease of 6.2% compared to September 2023. FY2024 passenger enplanements increased 0.4% compared to the prior year. Landing weights totaled 1.1 billion pounds in September 2024 representing a decrease of 8.7% compared to September 2023. Landing weights decreased 1.4% in FY2024 compared to FY2023. Cargo volume totaled 11,908 tons in September 2024, an increase of 13.4% compared to September 2023. FY2024 Cargo volume increased 6.0% compared to FY2023. September 2024 operating revenue totaled $26.2M, an increase of 9.1% or $2.2M compared to September 2023. The increase in operating revenue primarily results from updated airline and parking rates in FY2024. September 2024 operating revenue is composed of 46% airline revenue and 54% non-airline revenue. Airport operating expenses totaled $20.7M for the month, a decrease of 26.8% or $7.6M compared to September 2023. The elevated operating expenses in the month of September compared to earlier months in the fiscal year is primarily the result of year end expenses charged in the final month of the fiscal year, remaining encumbrance balances not yet posted charging in full in the month, and health insurance sweep. The decrease in expenses …
November 2024 Air Service Snapshot AUS monthly seat comparisons, April ‘24-March ‘25, compared to 2019 (pre-Covid) (chart one) and compared to previous year (chart two): Source: Cirium schedule data. Highlights of recent air service announcements/developments include: • Aeromexico upgauged MEX service from 99-seat E190 to 160-seat B737-800 for Oct. 21-22 ’24 and then Oct. 28 ’24 onwards permanently • Air Canada will resume YUL & YVR service on May 2 ’25 • Allegiant will close its AUS crew base on Jan 7 ’25 which means service is permanently cancelled to BZN, FSD, SDF, & SNA; extended schedules for Feb 12 – May 13 ’25, and will serve 6 markets: AVL, CVG, DSM, GRR, PVU, & TYS • American summary of 2024/2025 service changes: o Discontinued ABQ, BZN, CVG, CZM, EGE, ELP, IAD, IND, JAX, LAS, LIR, MBJ, MCI, MCO, MEM, MSY, NAS, OKC, PUJ, PSP, PVR, RNO, RNO, RSW, SMF, TPA & TUL o Discontinued BNA (last op Nov 4 ‘24), BOS (last op Nov 4 ‘24), RDU (last op Nov 3 ‘24) & SNA (last op Jan 5 ‘25) o Suspended SJD from Jan 7 ’25 – Feb 12 ’25 o Following flights added for college football games: ▪ XNA roundtrip on Nov 15 & 17 ’24 ▪ LEX-AUS on Nov 22 ’24 and AUS-LEX on Nov 24 ‘24 • British Airways downgauged LHR #1 from A350-1000 (331 seats) to B777-200ER (272 seats) starting March 29 ‘25; added LHR #2 eff. Mar. 31 ‘25 which will operate its second daily 6/Wk (all but Sundays), with B787-10 (256 seats) • Delta summary of service changes: o Announced 5 new markets: ECP (eff. Mar 9 ’25), IND (eff. May 7 ’25), MEM (eff. May 7 ’25), SFO (eff. June 8 ’25) and TPA (eff. June 8 ’25) o Added AGS roundtrips in April ‘25 for the Masters golf tournament o Added service for college football games for the following weekends in 2024: FLL on Nov. 7; Gainesville (GNV) & TPA on Nov. 9; XNA on Nov. 16; and, Lexington (LEX) on Nov. 23; CMH football flights added for weekend of Aug. 29 ‘25 o Added 2x MSY service eff. Feb. 27, 2025 • Frontier started new ATL service on Oct. 11 ’24 3/Wk • Hawaiian reduced HNL frequencies from 3/Wk->2/Wk for Jan 15 ’25 –Mar 12 ’25; dropped Wednesdays, will depart on Fridays & Mondays JetBlue JFK will be suspended from …
Journey With AUS - Airport Expansion & Development Program Active Projects Update Airport Advisory Commission November 2024 Lyn Estabrook Deputy Chief – Planning & Development Table of Contents ● Project Updates Utilities Infrastructure Campus-Wide Central Utility Plant Relocation Parking and Landside: West Garage Lot B ○ ○ West Gate Expansion Cargo Development East Fuel Facility ○ ○ West Infill and TSA Checkpoint 3 Expansion Airfield Infrastructure – Midfield Taxiways Concourse B and Tunnel Arrivals and Departures Hall ○ ● Appendix ○ Project Status Project Details Project Descriptions 2 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Project Updates Utility Infrastructure Campus-Wide (UICW) ● Latest Updates ○ UICW Phase A design started on September 09, 2024 ○ UICW Construction Manager at Risk Council Award to Sundt/Archer Western, a Joint Venture on July 18, 2024 ○ Construction Manager at Risk Pre-Construction Service Notice To Proceed in October 2024 ● Anticipated Timeline ○ Design: Q3 2024 – Q3 2025 ○ Preconstruction: Q4 2024 – Q3 2025 ○ Build: Q4 2025 – Q3 2027 4 Central Utility Plant Relocation ● Latest Updates Progressive Design Build Contract Notice to Proceed (NTP) – Anticipated in early Nov 2024. First 30 days: Design Builder to provide Design Criteria Manual evaluation with Scope, Cost and Schedule recommendations for AUS approval. ● Anticipated Timeline Procurement: NTP for Preliminary & Schematic Design anticipated early Nov 2024 ○ Design: Q4 2024 – Q4 2025 ○ Build: Q4 2025 – Q2 2028 ○ ○ ○ 5 Current Central Utility Plant Parking and Landside: West Garage Lot B ● Latest Updates ○ Completed Site Development Permit Pre- Submittal Conference with DSD. Designer to address Completeness Check comments ○ Phase A Preliminary Phase Services Design Report submitted for review to AUS ● Anticipated Timeline ○ Design: Q3 2024 – Q3 2025 ○ Build: Q3 2025 – Q1 2028 Conceptual rendering 6 West Gate Expansion ● Latest Updates ○ Roof canopy steel set ○ Quality assurance visit for roof truss fabrication ○ Monumental stairs set ○ Slab-on-metal-deck set ○ Moon Tower steel delivered and being prepared for installation ● Anticipated Timeline ○ Build: Q2 2023 – Q1 2026 7 Roof canopy steel set over the outdoor observation area. Cargo Development East ● Latest Updates ○ Fire Alarm and Security System testing and approvals underway ○ Nearing Substantial Completion ● Anticipated Timeline ○ Activate: Q4 2024 Interior – New East Cargo Building 8 Fuel Facility ● Latest …
AUS Lounge Program Airport Advisory Commission November 13, 2024 Presented By: John A. Gallo, USAP, C.M., ACE Commercial Management Division Manager AUS Lounge Program • The Airport Lounge Program is an AUS Commercial Management initiative to deliver diverse offerings for passengers to utilize at AUS. • The Airport Lounge Program has two main categories of areas: • Lounge Areas (Airline Lounges, Premium Lounges and Common Use Lounges) • Quiet Spaces (Sensory Spaces, Quiet Rooms) • Other offerings may be evaluated as needed to address customer demand and support customer satisfaction. • Lounges are not a traditional Concession – but a distinct passenger amenity areas in airport facilities • Currently programmed “Lounge Areas” at AUS are provided herein AUS Future Lounge Spaces 3 AUS Lounge Program Lounge Area Conceptual Locations 1 6 4 5 2 3 AUS Lounge Area 1 West Gate American Admirals Club • Leased by American Airlines through the Airline Use & Lease Agreement • Projected Opening in 2027 • 11,575 SQ. FT. that encompasses Interior, Back of House and Outdoor Terrace space • No Council Action needed AUS Lounge Area 2 Tunnel Interface Lounge • Leased by an Airline (TBD) through the Airline Use & Lease Agreement • Projected Opening in 2030-2031 • Approximately 30,000 SQ. FT. that encompasses Interior, Back of House and Outdoor Terrace space • No Council Action needed AUS Lounge Area 3 Concourse B Lounge – Airline/Common Use • Leased by an Airline (TBD) through the Airline Use & Lease Agreement • Projected Opening in 2030-2031 • Approximately 28,000 SQ. FT. that encompasses Interior and Back of House space • No Council Action needed for Airline Lounge • Common Use Lounge is considered a Concession and will go to Council AUS Lounge Area 4 West Infill Premium Lounge • The Lounge will be leased by a Financial Institution • Projected Opening in 2026-2027 • 20,000 SQ. FT. that encompasses Interior and Back of House space • Request for Proposal Process that includes Core & Shell Reimbursement and Monthly Rent • Not considered a concession • Council Action is required AUS Redeveloped Lounge Spaces 9 AUS Lounge Area 5 American, United and Delta Lounges • The Lounge will be potentially leased as Common Use Lounges pending coordination with current airlines occupying the space • Projected Opening would be post 2030 • Request for Proposal Process if redeveloped as Common Use Lounges • Council Action …
City of Austin Recommendation for Action File #: 24-6053, Agenda Item #: 38. 11/21/2024 Posting Language Authorize negotiation and execution of a contract for an emergency notification system for the Austin- Bergstrom International Airport for the Department of Aviation with Everbridge, Inc., for an initial term of one year with two one-year extension options, for a total contract amount not to exceed $272,090. - Funding in the amount of $68,023 is available in the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget of the Department of Aviation. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Lead Department Financial Services Department. Client Department(s) Department of Aviation. Purchasing Language: Sole Source. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $68,023 is available in the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget of the Department of Aviation. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. MBE/WBE: Sole source contracts are exempt from the City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program); therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to the Financial Services Department - Central Procurement at FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 13, 2024 - To be reviewed by the Airport Advisory Commission. Additional Backup Information: The contract will provide the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) with an Emergency Notification System. This system is currently utilized to alert all Airport employees via telephone, cell phone, text message and email of situations occurring that may affect airport operations or life safety. All airport employees are currently enrolled in the system and the system allows the public to opt-in to receive messages, as well. This contract will replace the existing contract, held by the same contractor, which expires January 28, 2025. The proposed contract has increased in authorization and cost due to growth in the number of employees at City of Austin Page 1 of 2 Printed on 11/1/2024 powered by Legistar™ File #: 24-6053, Agenda Item #: 38. 11/21/2024 AUS and the addition of technical account management, which allows for support and increased customization. The services used under this contract support the Airport’s ability to timely and efficiently notify both internal and external stakeholders of critical issues, including public safety. This contract will ensure continuity of services until a citywide solution is implemented. Failure to approve this contract could put airport …
City of Austin Recommendation for Action File #: 24-6051, Agenda Item #: 37. 11/21/2024 Posting Language Authorize negotiation and execution of a contract for onsite baggage handling system maintenance & repair support services for the Department of Aviation with Siemens Logistics LLC, for an initial term of three years with two one-year extensions, for a total contract amount not to exceed $32,500,000. - Funding in the amount of $4,875,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget of the Department of Aviation. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Lead Department Financial Services Department. Client Department(s) Department of Aviation. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $4,875,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget of the Department of Aviation. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Purchasing Language: The Financial Services Department issued a Request for Proposals RFP 8100 MPM3021 for these services. The solicitation was issued on July 29, 2024, and closed on September 5, 2024. Of the three offers received, the recommended contractor submitted the best evaluated responsive offer. A complete solicitation package, including a log of offers 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=141331. 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. However, the recommended contractor identified subcontracting opportunities. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to the Financial Services Department - 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 13, 2024 - To be reviewed by the Airport Advisory Commission. City of Austin Page 1 of 2 Printed on 11/1/2024 powered by Legistar™ File #: 24-6051, Agenda Item #: 37. 11/21/2024 Additional Backup Information: The contract will provide onsite support at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) for the baggage handling system to include operations, repairs, and overall maintenance. The baggage handling system is a vital infrastructure to the airport and provides flow of checked baggage supporting the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) efficiency and ensuring the …
City of Austin Council Meeting Backup: November 21, 2024 File ID: 24-6051 M/WBE Summary The City’s Small and Minority Business Resources Department has determined that no goals are appropriate for this solicitation. The following recommended contractor has complied with the City’s MBE/WBE Procurement Program in subcontracting areas identified and were approved by the Small & Minority Business Resources Department. NON MBE/WBE TOTAL - PRIME Siemens Logistics LLC, Irving, TX NON MBE/WBE – SUBCONTRACTOR(S) L25, LLC dba Link Staffing Services, Houston, TX (staffing services) B&R Project Management, Aurora, CO (staffing services) Page 1 of 1
City of Austin Recommendation for Action File #: 24-6116, Agenda Item #: 55. 11/21/2024 Posting Language Authorize negotiation and execution of a contract for software licenses and subscriptions, software support, professional services, consulting, and training to support the Department of Aviation’s project management information software system with EC America Inc., for a term of five years in an amount not to exceed $3,670,000. - Funding in the amount of $540,714 is available in the Capital Budget of the Department of Aviation. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Lead Department Financial Services Department. Client Department(s) Department of Aviation. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $540,714 is available in the Capital Budget of the Department of Aviation. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Purchasing Language: Multiple cooperative purchase programs were reviewed for these services. The Financial Services Department and the Department of Aviation have determined this contractor best meets the needs of the Department of Aviation to provide these services required for the City. MBE/WBE: Cooperative Agreement contracts are exempt from the City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women- Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program); therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to the Financial Services Department - Central Procurement at FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 13, 2024 - To be reviewed by the Airport Advisory Commission. Additional Backup Information: The contract is for software licenses and subscriptions, software support, professional services, consulting, and training to support the Department of Aviation’s (Aviation) Project Management Information software system (PMIS). This system provides Aviation’s Planning and Development Division with a consolidated platform for document management, process automation, reporting, risk management and financial forecasting related to the Airport’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP), including the Airport Expansion and Development Program (AEDP), Rolling CIP, and Tenant Improvements. PMIS is critical to the success of the AEDP. The City of Austin Page 1 of 2 Printed on 11/4/2024 powered by Legistar™ File #: 24-6116, Agenda Item #: 55. 11/21/2024 system provides a structured approach to planning, organizing, and managing resources, tasks, and data. It also ensures project compliance with industry regulations, standards, and internal program governance by maintaining a traceable record of all actions and decisions. The implementation of the PMIS has established robust program controls, streamlined …
