CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment RECONSIDERATION APPEAL Decision Sheet ITEM09 DATE: Monday November 10, 2025 CASE NUMBER: C15-2025-0035 __N_____Thomas Ates (D1) __Y_____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) __Y_____Jessica Cohen (D3) __Y_____Yung-ju Kim (D4) __Y_____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) __Y_____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) __Y_____Sameer S Birring (D7) __Y_____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) __N_____Brian Poteet (D9) __Y_____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) __Y_____Jeffery L Bowen (M) __-_____Corry L Archer-mcclellan (Alternate) (M) __-_____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) __-_____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPELLANT: Bob Kaler and Carol Journeay OWNER: Kateryna Luschchenko ADDRESS: 205 34TH ST APPEAL REQUESTED: The appellant has filed an appeal challenging the approval of a building permit (BP No. 2025-072930) and related construction plans for proposed development of a three-unit residential use at 205 East 34th Street, Austin, TX 78705. The appeal alleges that City staff’s decision to approve the permit failed to comply with applicable zoning regulations, including requirements of the North University Neighborhood Conservation-Neighborhood Plan (NCCD-NP) Combining District (Ordinance No. 040826-58) and/or Chapter 25-2 relating to required setbacks, limits on gross floor area, and other site development standards, as well as requirements for development applications in Section 25- 1-82 (Non-Subdivision Application Requirements and Expiration). Ordinance No. 040826-58 North University Neighborhood Conservation Combining District Section 3 - Street yard setbacks. Front yard setback. The minimum front yard setback equals the average of the front yard setbacks of the principal Note: Part 6 General Provisions. Except as otherwise provided in this ordinance, the following provisions apply to all property within the NCCD-NP. This section does not apply to Waller Creek/Seminary District 7 or District 7A. a. single-family buildings on the same side of the street of a block. The maximum setback may not exceed the average setback by more than five feet. Part 7 RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT. The Residential District is intended to protect the original buildings and development patterns of the neighborhood that were established for residential use. Single family homes and some of the older multi-family structures were built in the context of the traditional development patterns. New residential development should respect traditional patterns including building orientation, scale, height, setbacks and parking location. 1. regulations apply. Site Development standards table. Except as otherwise modified in this part, the following site development Footnote **a new principal structure must be at least 10 feet from a principal structure on an adjacent lot. Land Development Code, 25-1-82 Non-Subdivision Application Requirements and Expiration This section does not apply to …
November 3, 2025 Re: Letter Opposing Reconsideration C15-2025-0035 Dear Members of the Board of Adjustment, We oppose the reconsideration request submitted by the permit holder for Case C15- 2025-0035 (205 E 34th St) and support the Board’s October 13 decision granting the appeal filed by Carol Journeay and Robert Kaler. I respectfully ask that the Board deny the reconsideration request and allow the prior decision to stand. We are the owners of 308 E 34th St, which is within 500 feet of 205 E 34th St, and 310 E. 34th Street. The October 13 decision was unanimous and made after extensive public testimony and hours of deliberation. It correctly determined that the proposed project at 205 E 34th St: • Exceeds the allowed number of units (effectively four units rather than three); • Fails to meet required front and side setbacks under the North University NCCD; and • Exceeds the allowable floor-area ratio (FAR) under § 25-2-773. The reconsideration request does not present any new evidence or procedural error. Post- hearing design changes are not valid grounds for reconsideration. The proper next step for the permit holder is to submit a new, compliant application consistent with the Board’s prior ruling—not to overturn a unanimous and well-reasoned decision. Please deny the reconsideration and maintain the Board’s October 13 decision sustaining the appeal and reversing the permit approval for 205 E 34th St. Thank you for your continued service and consideration. Sincerely, Terry McGinty and Leon Barish 308 and 310 E 34th Street Austin, TX 78705 Emails: BOA Case #: C15-2025-0035 Case Address: 205 E 34th St, Austin, TX 78705 Hearing Date: November 10, 2025 ITEM09/1-LATE BACKUP OPP Dear Members of the Board of Adjustment, I oppose the reconsideration request submitted by the permit holder for Case C15-2025- 0035 (205 E 34th St) and support the Board’s October 13 decision granting the appeal filed by Carol Journeay and Robert Kaler. I respectfully ask that the Board deny the reconsideration request and allow the prior decision to stand. My wife and I own and live at 209 E 34th St, “two doors down” from 205 E 34th St (and within 500 feet). The October 13 decision was unanimous and made after extensive public testimony and hours of deliberation. It correctly determined that the proposed project at 205 E 34th St: • Exceeds the allowed number of units (effectively four units rather than three); …
ITEM09/1-LATE BACKUP SUPP An inclusive voice for Austin neighborhoods. Felicity Maxwell Zilker President Roger L. Cauvin Downtown Treasurer October 24, 2025 RE: Board of Adjustment Case C15-2025-0035 Board of Adjustment staff, Friends of Austin Neighborhoods (FAN) supports reconsideration of case C15-2025-0035 to clarify the Board of Adjustment's rationale for its October 13th decision. FAN's membership has called for allowing all forms of neighborhood-scale housing throughout all of Austin's neighborhoods, and FAN supported HOME as a modest step towards legalizing the full diversity of housing types. The initial ruling in case C15-2025-0035 appears to have redefined attic space with more than six feet of height as floor area. Local architects and home builders have expressed concern that counting such attic space towards floor area ratio (FAR) will constrain the very types of housing that HOME was intended to make easier to build. We therefore seek clarification in case C15-2025-0035 that the Board of Adjustment's decision does not modify or reinterpret "gross floor area", and that FAR calculations continue to exclude unconditioned attic volume, regardless of height. Respectfully, Board of Directors of Friends of Austin Neighborhoods (FAN) Friends of Austin Neighborhoods (FAN) is a coalition of neighborhood associations and residents reclaiming the word “neighborhood” to include the full diversity of voices, moving beyond neighborhood protectionism. ITEM09/2-LATE BACKUP SUPP October 24, 2025 Board of Appeals RE: October 13th Board of Appeals Attic Ruling Dear Board of Appeals, A concern has been raised within the AIA Housing Committee regarding a change to the definition of Floor-to-Area-Ratio. The letter below aims to outline the significant implications of this change carefully. We kindly request that the Board of Appeals review these concerns and consider our constructive solutions. Urgent Request: Rescind or Clarify the October 13 BOA Attic Ruling At its October 13, 2025 hearing, its is our understanding that the Austin Board of Adjustment unintentionally created a new citywide policy redefining attic space as “floor area” whenever the head height exceeds six feet, regardless of whether that area is structural, habitable, or accessible. This reinterpretation, inserted spontaneously into a motion at the end of a long and contentious meeting, rewrites how Floor Area Ratio (FAR) is calculated across Austin. The new rule was not fully analyzed, nor intended. Yet it instantly renders thousands of existing homes technically noncompliant, halts numerous projects in progress, and undermines core city goals around housing a9ordability, density, architectural diversity, and good …
PUBLIC HEARING INFOHi\lATIO~ Although applicants and or their .,~cnt(,) ,nc c,pc~lcti tn attend a public hearing. you are not required to att ~nd I I,,\\ c, 1..·1. if~ nu do attend, you \l, \ 1 '- '- r the proposed have the opportunit) :1 neighborhood or development or change. environmental organization in an th,tl h,\\ application affecting your nc1g.hb,,, lw, ,d ,pc;1k 'i l)tl ma~ \. 'I''\. ,1..·,I an .11,,, u,111.h. l interest I< m. ,,, to During a public hearing, the board ,,, " '.in,ssion may postpone or continue an application's hearing lt1 ., l,ll1.. d,1ll.: ur rc\.ommcnd approval or denial of the application. 11 the b, ,.11 d or commission announces a specific date and time for a postr'llmcmcnt or continuation that is not later than 60 days from the announccml!nt. no further notice is required. A board or commission's decision ma~ be appcall!d by a pcrson with standing to appeal, or an mtcrcslnl part) th,H i:, 1dcntdicd as a pc1 son who can appeal the decision The b0d~ holding a public hearing on an appeal will determine whether a person ha:-. standm~ to appeal the decision. An interested part) is dcfinl.'d a, ,1 person ,, ho i, the .1pplicant or record owner of the subject propt:rt>. 01 \\ ho conmrnnicatcs an interest to a board or commiss1on h~ : • delivering a wri tten :-.t.itc.:1111.·111 to the board or commission before or during the public he~111ng th.11 generally identities the issues of concern (;r 1110_1 ht dt·/11 l'I'< ii,,, the contact person listed 011 a notice); or appearing am1 sp1.·;1h.in:! h.,r tl11.· record at the public hearing; • and: • occupies a pn111,1r~ 1r::-1tk1i...1.· that is\\ ith in 500 feet of the subject Written comments must be submitted to the contact person listed on the notice before 9 a.m. the day of the public hearing to be added to the Late Back-up and viewed by the Board the night of the meeting. Your comments should include the name of the board or commission, or Council; the scheduled date of the public hearing; the Case Number. and the contact person listed on the notice. All comments received will become part of the public record of this case. Case Number: CIS-2025-0035 Contact: Elaine Ramirez; clainc.ramirez@austintexas.gov I Public Hearing: Board of AdB:!_stment; October 13th , 2025 Oav,·d :Joy Your Name (please print) S'»eeJwa1,1 Avenu-e 14oq Your address(e's} affectedhy this application …
Board of Adjustment – City of Austin c/o Elaine Ramirez (elaine.ramirez@austintexas.gov) Re: Support for Appeal – C15-2025-0035 Dear Board of Adjustment, I am writing to express my support for appeal C15-2025-0035. I am a utility account holder at 203 ½ E 34th St (Unit B, an ADU) and a resident of the North University neighborhood. I respectfully ask the Board to sustain the appeal, reverse the administrative approval of Permit 2025-072930 PR, and deny the plan set and application in full. Any future submittal should be treated as a new application that must demonstrate full compliance with the SF-3- NCCD-NP standards and the Land Development Code. Reasons I Support the Appeal 1. The NCCD’s purpose and neighborhood pattern. The North University Neighborhood Conservation Combining District (NCCD-NP) was adopted by City Council to preserve the traditional residential form of our neighborhood. Part 7 specifically states: “New residential development should respect traditional patterns including building orientation, scale, height, setbacks, and parking location.” The proposed project violates these principles, disregarding the block’s historic porch line, modest scale, and single-family residential character. This exact charm is what attracted me to the neighborhood in the first place; This home has been the perfect spot for my Ph.D. studies. 2. Use / type concerns (functionally four units, apartment-style). The project’s design and marketing materials indicate an apartment-style, communal-living use rather than family-oriented residential. It includes ~20 bedrooms, shared kitchens, dual stairways, fire-rated walls, and “wet-bar” layouts that effectively divide the rear building into two units. This configuration functions as four units, inconsistent with the ≤ 3 units allowed under SF-3 zoning and contrary to the family-residential context intended by the NCCD. 3. Incomplete / inaccurate application documentation. The submitted plan set does not demonstrate compliance with several key NCCD standards, including: • Front setback averaging (maintains the porch line and street rhythm) • • FAR limits (0.40 max, proposal exceeds at ~0.64) 10-foot separation between principal structures (fire safety, light, air, privacy) Additionally, overlays have been misidentified or omitted, making the review process unclear and incomplete. This plan should not have been administratively approved. ITEM09/1-SUPPORT Why These Standards Matter • Side setbacks & 10-ft separation – These ensure fire safety, access for firefighters, daylight, ventilation, privacy, and quiet enjoyment of homes. Ignoring them erodes neighborhood livability. • Front setback averaging – Preserves the street’s visual harmony, pedestrian comfort, and tree space. Without it, a new structure …
C15-2025-0035 / 205 E 34th St Presentation on Behalf of Bob Kaler and Carol Journeay (Appellant) Please DENY Request for Reconsideration ● Unanimous decision. ● Significant deliberation. ● Significant public testimony. ● Correctly decided. 1 ITEM09/1-PRESENTATION APPELLANT Board Decision: 1) The number of units shown in the design should be interpreted as greater than three (3). - Correctly decided. - Duplex duplicated on site (Buildings 1 and 2, identical footprint) - Nearly identical floorplans (each bldg has 10 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3rd floor with additional room). - Four main entrances. - 1-foot drop off between units. - Wall Plan shows enclosed, separate units. - Post-hearing modifications not a valid reason for reconsideration. 2 ITEM09/2-PRESENTATION APPELLANT Approved Wall Plan Showing Enclosed, Separate Units in Building 2 3 ITEM09/3-PRESENTATION APPELLANT ~1 ft. elevation drop between floors First Floors 4 ITEM09/4-PRESENTATION APPELLANT Identical. Second Floors 5 ITEM09/5-PRESENTATION APPELLANT Board Decision: 2) The average front yard setback should have been calculated from the four (4) adjacent properties on the same side of the street. The average side yard separation should be calculated per the nccd. - Correctly decided. - City staff in agreement that setbacks not compliant with NCCD zoning ordinance: - - “The minimum front yard setback equals the average of the front yard setbacks of the principal single-family buildings on the same side of the street of a block.” Part 6, Section 3.a. of Ordinance No. 040826-58 (NCCD). “A new principal structure must be at least 10’ from a principal structure on an adjacent lot.” Part 7, Section 1 of Ordinance No. 040826-58 (NCCD). - Post-hearing modifications not a valid reason for reconsideration. 6 ITEM09/6-PRESENTATION APPELLANT Approved plans showing incorrect setbacks 7 ITEM09/7-PRESENTATION APPELLANT Board Decision: 3) The approved plans should meet the criteria for FAR requirements under the gross floor area definition of attic in 25-2-773 (E)(1)(b). The definition of floor in 25-2-773 (E)(1)(b) is not limited to whether the floor is load-bearing or not . - Correctly decided. - BOA decision consistent with staff explanation (next slide). - “GROSS FLOOR AREA means the total enclosed area of all floors in a building with a clear height of more than six feet, measured to the outside surface of the exterior walls, except as provided in this subsection.” LDC 25-2-773 (E)(1)(b). 8 ITEM09/8-PRESENTATION APPELLANT 9 ITEM09/9-PRESENTATION APPELLANT 18” structural depth for 3rd Floor 10 ITEM09/10-PRESENTATION APPELLANT Egress window for 3rd Floor 11 …
205 E 34th Street • Summary of the Request • 1. Accept new and clarified evidence showing that the decision was based on outdated and incorrect drawings and on misapplied code interpretations. • 2. Acknowledge procedural and substantive error in the addition of new motion language not publicly deliberated. • 3. Reconsider and amend the October 13 2025 decision to remove the attic-space clause “is not limited to whether the floor is load bearing or not” and to clarify that non-habitable attic volume remains excluded as gross floor area until Council acts otherwise. ITEM09/1-PRESENTATION PERMIT HOLDER Gross Floor Area (25-1-21) Definition in the Land Development Code GROSS FLOOR AREA means the total enclosed area of all floors in a building with a clear height of more than six feet, measured to the outside surface of the exterior walls. HOME Ordinance: This subsection applies to the area established in Subsection 1.2.1 of (E) Chapter 252, Subchapter F (Residential Design and Compatibility Standards). •(1) •(a) •(i) •(ii) 2023. In this subsection, EXISTING DWELLING UNIT means a dwelling unit that is: legally permitted and occupied before December 7, 2023; or described in an application for a residential permit that was submitted on or before December 7, GROSS FLOOR AREA means the total enclosed area of all floors in a building with a clear height of •(b) more than six feet, measured to the outside surface of the exterior walls, except as provided in this subsection. Gross Floor Area Exclusions. For a property that includes an existing dwelling unit that was constructed on or before December •(2) •(a) 31, 1960, the property owner may exclude the preserved square footage from the gross floor area if the requirements in Subsection (F) are met. •(b) For a property that includes an existing dwelling unit that was constructed on or after January 1, 1961, and is at least 20 years old, the property owner may exclude the preserved square footage from the gross floor area if the requirements in Subsection (F) are met. ITEM09/2-PRESENTATION PERMIT HOLDER Attic Area with load bearing framing- both trussed and conventional framing ITEM09/3-PRESENTATION PERMIT HOLDER Attic area with Mechanical Systems ITEM09/4-PRESENTATION PERMIT HOLDER Examples of Historic structures in the Neighborhood ITEM09/5-PRESENTATION PERMIT HOLDER • These new structures become non-complying based on the BOA Ruling for GFA 10.13.25 with an attic. If the ceilings are vaulted then the GFA doesn’t count but yet …
BOA Monthly Report July 2025-June 2026 October 13, 2025 Granted 1 (Appeal) 1. appeal challenging the approval of a building permit (BP No. 2025-072930) and related construction plans for proposed development of a three-unit residential use at 205 East 34th Street Postponed 4 1. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from setback requirements to decrease the front yard setback 2. 25-10-127 (Multi-Family Residential Sign District Regulations): (E) (2) (a) to exceed total sign area and (E) (2) (a) to exceed total sign area 3. 25-2-1176 (Site Development Regulations for Docks, Marinas, and Other Lakefront Uses) (A) (1) to increase the dock length 4. 25-2-1176 (Site Development Regulations for Docks, Marinas, and Other Lakefront Uses) (A) (1) to increase the dock length Withdrawn Denied 0 0 Discussion Items 1 Oct 2025 Interpretations Oct 2025 BAAP 1 new inquiries 0 (Added Oct 13# 2025) The deposition of the case items: Granted Postponed Withdrawn Denied Discussion Items 4 9 0 0 5 Board members absent: Michael Von Ohlen, Suzanne Valentine (unavailable) (1 vacant alternate position) September 8, 2025 Granted 1 1. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback and 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum interior side yard setback and 25-2-551 (Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations) (C) (3) (a) from impervious coverage requirements to increase Postponed 3 5. 25-10-127 (Multi-Family Residential Sign District Regulations): (E) (2) (a) to exceed total sign area and (E) (2) (a) to exceed total sign area 6. 25-2-1176 (Site Development Regulations for Docks, Marinas, and Other Lakefront Uses) (A) (1) to increase the dock length 7. 25-2-1176 (Site Development Regulations for Docks, Marinas, and Other Lakefront Uses) (A) (1) to increase the dock length Withdrawn Denied 0 0 Discussion Items 1 Sept 2025 Interpretations Sept 2025 BAAP 1 new inquiries 0 (Added Sept 8# 2025) The deposition of the case items: Granted Postponed Withdrawn Denied Discussion Items 3 5 0 0 4 Board members absent: Niccolo A Sacco, Michael Von Ohlen, Suzanne Valentine (unavailable) (1 vacant alternate position) August 11, 2025 Granted 1 1. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum interior side yard setback Postponed 2 1. 25-2-1176 (Site Development Regulations for Docks, Marinas, and Other Lakefront Uses) (A) (1) to increase the dock length 2. 25-2-1176 (Site Development Regulations for Docks, Marinas, and Other Lakefront Uses) (A) (1) to increase the dock …
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Monday, November 10, 2025 The BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT convened in a Regular meeting on Monday, November 10, 2025, at 301 West 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Madam Chair Jessica Cohen called the Board of Adjustment Meeting to order at 5:56 PM. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance in-Person: Jessica Cohen-Chair, Haseeb Abdullah, Sameer S Birring, Jeffery Bowen, Bianca A. Medina-Leal, Brian Poteet, Maggie Shahrestani, Michael Von Ohlen Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Melissa Hawthorne-Vice Chair, Thomas Ates, Yung-ju Kim Board Members absent: Corry L Archer-Mcclellan (Alternate) PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first (4) four speakers signed up/register prior (no later than noon the day before the meeting) to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. NONE APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Board of Adjustment Regular meeting on October 13, 2025. On-Line Link: Oct 13, 2025 draft minutes The minutes from the meeting on October 13, 2025, were approved on Board member Michael Von Ohlen, Vice Chair Melissa Hawthorne second, on 11-0 Vote. PUBLIC HEARINGS Discussion and action on the following cases New Interpretation case: 2. C15-2025-0041 Christ May (Appellant) Warren Konkel (Owner) 6706 Bridge Hill Cove On-Line Link: ADV PACKET APPELLANT; ADV PACKET PERMIT HOLDER; PRESENTATION APPELLANT; PRESENTATION PERMIT HOLDER; AE REPORT Appellant challenges approval of administrative revisions to Plan Review No. 2022- 0060407PR and revisions to the following associated permits: Building Permit No. 2022-093202BP (house remodel/additions) Building Permit no. 2022-093203BP (pool) on the grounds that the approved work violates the applicable regulations of the Lake Austin (LA) zoning district established under City Code Chapter 25-2 (Zoning), including limitations on the modification or expansion of a legally noncomplying structure under City Code Sec. 25-2-963 (Modification and Maintenance of Noncomplying Structures) and other applicable site development standards. The public hearing was closed by Chair Jessica Cohen, Board member Michael Von Ohlen’s motion to postpone appeal to December 8, 2025; Vice Chair Melissa Hawthorne second on 11-0 votes; POSTPONED TO December 8, 2025. Previous Postponed Sign cases: 3. C16-2025-0005 Jonathan Perlstein for Elizabeth McFarland 4700 Weidemar Lane On-Line Link: ITEM03 ADV PACKET PART1, PART2, PART3, PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a sign variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-10-127 (Multi-Family Residential Sign District Regulations): (E) (2) (a) to exceed total sign area of …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2025, AT 6:00 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, ROOM 1101 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Animal Advisory 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, contact Nekaybaw Watson at nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2562. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Dr. Paige Nilson, Chair, D4 Koby Ahmed, Mayor Ryan Clinton, Travis County Beatriz Dulzaides, D2 Jennifer Daniel, D6 Erin Ferguson, D8 Ann Linder, Vice Chair, D3 Whitney Holt, D5 Sarah Huddleston, D9 David Loignon, D10 Nancy Nemer, Travis County Jo Anne Norton, Parliamentarian, D7 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Animal Advisory Commission Regular meeting on October 13, 2025. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding monthly reports. Presentation by Rolando Fernandez, Interim Chief Animal Services Officer, Austin Animal Services. 3. 4. 5. Staff briefing on the Rescue Placement List, Urgent Placement List, and Matrices. Presentation by Rolando Fernandez, Interim Chief Animal Services Officer, Austin Animal Services. Staff briefing on the implementation status of Shelter Buddy. Presentation by Rolando Fernandez, Interim Chief Animal Services Officer, Austin Animal Services. Staff briefing on the Strategic Plan Dashboard. Presentation by Juany Torres, Strategic Plan Project Manager, Austin Animal Services. DISCUSSION ITEMS 6. Update on the recruitment process for the Austin Animal Services Director. Presentation by Rodney Crain, Senior Consultant, MGT. WORKING GROUP UPDATE 7. Update from the Strategic Plan Working Group regarding October 2025 meetings and implementation of the strategic plan to prioritize the top 15 strategic goals. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 8. Approve a change to the scope of work and membership of the Renter’s Policies Working Group. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. …
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Animal Advisory Commission Minutes October 13, 2025 Animal Advisory Commission Regular Meeting Minutes Monday, October 13, 2025 The Animal Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, October 13, 2025, at Austin City Hall, 301 W 2nd St, Room 1101 in Austin, Texas. Chair Nilson called the Animal Advisory Commission meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Dr. Paige Nilson, Chair, D4 Jennifer Daniel, D6 Erin Ferguson, D8 David Loignon, D10 Jo Anne Norton, Parliamentarian, D7 Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Ann Linder, Vice Chair, D3 Koby Ahmed, Mayor Beatriz Dulzaides, D2 Sarah Huddleston, D9 Whitney Holt, D5 Nancy Nemer, Travis County Commissioners Absent: Ryan Clinton, Travis County PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Suzie Chase – Prop Q Ben Suddaby – TRE Funding for Animal Care Max Oliver – AAS Dangerous Dog List Concerns Julie Oliver – Budget Increase, Rescue Pull List Rochelle Vickery – Shoutout to Jenn Daniel, Concern with AAS APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Animal Advisory Commission Regular Meeting on September 8, 2025. 1 Animal Advisory Commission Minutes October 13, 2025 The motion to approve the minutes of the Animal Advisory Commission Regular Meeting on September 8, 2025, was approved on Vice Chair Linder’s motion, Commissioner Loignon’s second on an 11-0 vote. Commissioner Clinton was absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 4. 3. Staff briefing regarding monthly reports provided by Rolando Fernandez, Interim Chief Animal Services Officer, Austin Animal Services. The presentation was made by Rolando Fernandez, Interim Chief Animal Services Officer, Austin Animal Services. Staff briefing regarding Good Fix marketing strategies, outreach efforts, and spay/neuter backlogs by Rolando Fernandez, Interim Chief Animal Services Officer, Austin Animal Services. The presentation was made by Elizabeth Ferrer, Marketing and Communications Program Manager, Austin Animal Services and Rolando Fernandez, Interim Chief Animal Services Officer, Austin Animal Services. Staff briefing on updates to safety protocols, programmatic needs, emergency veterinary services and orthopedic contracts by Rolando Fernandez, Interim Chief Animal Services Officer, Austin Animal Services. The presentation was made by Melissa Pool, Interim Chief Administrative Officer, Austin Animal Services, Dr. Debbie Elliott, Veterinary Services Manager, Austin Animal Services, and Rolando Fernandez, Interim Chief Animal Services Officer, Austin Animal Services. DISCUSSION ITEMS 5. 7. Presentation by Austin Pets Alive! regarding license agreement reports. The presentation was made by Stephanie Bilbro, Director of Operations, Austin Pets Alive! Presentation regarding Staff’s response to Council Resolution 20241121-073 related to Bird- Friendly design by Leslie …
Reports and Updates Reports and Updates Austin Animal Services | November 10, 2025 Monthly Reporting October 2025 Jason Garza, Assistant Director Animal Services October The live outcome rate for October was 95.03%. 436 animals were adopted 92 dogs and cats were returned to their owners October 1, 2025 1253 animals in the AAS inventory November 1, 2025 1280 animals in the AAS inventory 3 Animal Protection Field Data Field Return to Owner (RTO) Fencing Applications Impounded Injured Impounded Regular or Sick Rabies Specimens In-Field Owner Surrenders 8 10 17 65 45 0 Sent to Austin Wildlife Rescue 38 Positive Specimens 10 bats 4 decomposed bats 3 destroyed bats Exposure Reports 296 Activities Breakdown 6 wild sick 1 incidents 1 wild injured 21 sightings 1 encounter 1 wild speaks 3 observations 4 Wildlife Coyotes Coyote Related Activities 34 Volunteering Hours Overview Social Media Hours Per Activity M/L Dog Walking: 2,087.23 Small Dog Kennel Cleaning 340.67 Cat Kennel Cleaning 922.25 • 550 volunteers contributed 7,762.55 hours • 6 orientations, introducing 103 potential volunteers • 7 Community Service Restitution individuals to perform 63.5 hours • 130 volunteers dedicated 352.42 hours to volunteer development and onboarding training • 19 individuals donated 38 hours toward group service, through dog-walking and cat care Facebook • 850,000 page views • 224,000 unique individuals • 27,000 content interactions Instagram • 757,000 page views • 87,000 unique individuals • 29,000 content interactions 5 Foster and Rescue In October, 24 different rescue partners pulled a total of 285 animals from the Austin Animal Center. Highest numbers pulled by rescues were APA (160) and Austin Humane Society (85) 366 different people/families fostered. As of November 1, there are 348 animals in foster care. 34 animals were a part of Finder to Foster More than 96 animals were adopted directly from foster care. 131 new foster applications were processed. There are currently 1168 approved foster care providers. 6 Vet Services 2,212 vaccinations were administered. 37 domesticated animals were euthanized in October. 32 for severe injury, neurological, congenital, suffering, or acute trauma reasons. 2 for court ordered euthanasia, 3 for aggression/public safety risk. 122 animals were transferred for medical reasons to rescue partners. 105 of these animals went to APA!. 10 were puppies with suspected or confirmed parvo. 54 were kittens. 3 visibly pregnant animals (2 dogs, 1 …
October 2025 AUSTIN ANIMAL SERVICES REPORT 1 On May 5, 2025, Animal Services transitioned to a new database for shelter management. This transition is ongoing and has potentially impacted data reporting. Austin Animal Center Data is partially incomplete due to systems transfer. The live outcome rate for October was 95.03%. A total of 1068 animals were brought to the shelter which included 667 cats and 327 dogs. A total of 436 animals were adopted. A total of 92 dogs and cats were returned to their owners (RTOs and RTO-Adopt). On October 1, there were 1253 animals within the ASO inventory. On November 1, there were 1280 animals within the ASO inventory. Animal Protection Data is partially incomplete due to systems transfer. Animal Protection Officers (APOs) returned 8 animals to their owners in the field. Officers handed out 10 fencing assistance applications and implanted 2 microchip(s). Officers impounded 17 injured animals and 65 regular or sick animals. Officers submitted 45 specimens for rabies testing. We had 10 positive bats, 4 decomposed bats, and 3 destroyed bats. Wildlife Data is partially incomplete and does not include non-coyote wildlife. There were 34 total coyote related activities (Behavior types include Sighting, Encounter, Incident, and Observation. “Observation” is defined as hearing coyotes howling and finding scat or footprints.) o 21 sightings, 6 wild sick, 1 encounter, 1 incident, 1 wild speak, 3 observations, 1 wild injured Volunteer Data is partially incomplete due to systems transfer. 550 volunteers contributed 7,762.55 hours 6 orientations, introducing 103 potential volunteers 7 Community Service Restitution individuals to perform 63.5 hours 130 volunteers dedicated 352.42 hours to volunteer development and onboarding training 19 individuals donated 38 hours toward group service, through dog-walking and cat care Foster & Rescue Data is partially incomplete due to systems transfer. In October, 24 different rescue partners pulled a total of 285 domestic animals from the Austin Animal Center. In the month of October, 34 animals were a part of the Finder to Foster Program. 366 different people/families fostered. As of November 1, there are 348 animals in foster care. More than 96 animals were adopted directly from foster care. (This information was pulled using Adopets, but does not necessarily include adoptions that were manually processed / pushed through by staff.) 131 new foster …
City of Austin Animal Services Director Recruitment Animal Advisory Commission Meeting November 10, 2025 1 Agenda 1. MGT Introduction 2. Building the Profile 3. Current Status 4. Next Steps 5. Q&A MGT Team Rodney Crain, Senior Consultant Human Capital Solutions Mary Jacobs, Director Human Capital Solutions • 40 years of HR leadership in both public and • Nearly 30 years experience in city management. private sectors. • Expertise in executive search/coaching and organizational design. • Developed staffing models, succession planning, and change management techniques. • Led efforts to support diverse hiring and formerly incarcerated applicants in Austin. • Focuses on building organizational capability through talent assessment and retention. • Expertise in strategic planning, leadership development, organizational assessments, and executive recruitment. • Expert in stakeholder engagement at the employee, organization and community level. • Extensive national and international network in local government leadership; served on ICMA Executive Board. • Trained facilitator and leading development of MGT’s supervisory training program for local government. 3 Celebrating +50 Years of Service +30,000 Client Engagements +900 Staff Nationally-recognized. Locally-focused. MGT began as MGT of America in 1974 with the mission of helping professionals in the public sector improve services and the lives of people in their communities. Over the last decade, we have grown exponentially by attracting and retaining world-class talent and expanding our expertise to help clients solve the most critical challenges they face today. Human Resources Consulting Information Technology Financial Services Facilities Transformation Management Consulting • State and Local Government • Higher Education • PK12 Education • Non-Profits 4 Our Value Proposition Broad Perspective: • We have served clients in 44 states and communities of 1,000 to 3,000,000. True Partnership: • We keep our clients well-informed so that changes and new perspectives can be integrated at any point. Client Experience: • Our repeat clients total 40% and 94% of surveyed clients rate us as “Outstanding”. 5 Building the Profile 6 Building the Candidate Profile Research Discussions Surveys • Review data: • Current Operations • Strategic Plan • Study Trends/ Associations • Assess Similar/ Other Postings • Project Kick-off Meeting • Interviews with Leaders: • Commission • Community Partners • Municipalities/ Counties • On-line survey to: • Employees • Volunteers • Commission • Strategic Plan Working Group • Central Texas Animal Welfare Partners 7 Survey Responses GROUP (Self Selected) Employees Volunteers Animal Advisory Commission Strategic Plan Working Group Central Texas Animal Welfare Partners Other …
Animal Advisory Commission Minutes November 10, 2025 Animal Advisory Commission Regular Meeting Minutes Monday, November 10, 2025 The Animal Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, November 10, 2025, at Austin City Hall, 301 W 2nd St, Room 1101 in Austin, Texas. Parliamentarian Norton called the Animal Advisory Commission meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Dr. Paige Nilson, Chair, D4 Jennifer Daniel, D6 Erin Ferguson, D8 David Loignon, D10 Jo Anne Norton, Parliamentarian, D7 Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Ann Linder, Vice Chair, D3 Beatriz Dulzaides, D2 Whitney Holt, D5 Commissioners Absent: Koby Ahmed, Mayor Ryan Clinton, Travis County Sarah Huddleston, D9 Nancy Nemer, Travis County PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Suzie Chase – Recap of Austin Animal Welfare Town Hall Pat Valls-Trelles – No Response Edith Grisel Rios – Dog Finder Resource Struggles Robin Katz Gonzalez – AAS Shelter Direction Rochelle Vickery – Cat release at Airport Kristyn Williams – Budget and Community Cats APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1 Animal Advisory Commission Minutes November 10, 2025 1. Approve the minutes of the Animal Advisory Commission Regular Meeting on October 13, 2025. The motion to approve the minutes of the Animal Advisory Commission Regular Meeting on October 13, 2025, was approved on Parliamentarian Norton’s motion, Commissioner Holt’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Ahmed, Clinton, Huddelston, and Nemer were absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 4. 5. Staff briefing regarding monthly reports provided by Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services and Rolando Fernandez, Interim Chief Animal Services Officer, Austin Animal Services. The presentation was made by Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services and Rolando Fernandez, Interim Chief Animal Services Officer, Austin Animal Services. Staff briefing on the implementation status of Shelter buddy. Presentation by Rolando Fernandez, Interim Chief Animal Services Officer, Austin Animal Services. The presentation was made by Mary Brown, Program Manager, Austin Animal Services, Melissa Pool, Interim Chief Administrative Officer, Austin Animal Services, and Rolando Fernandez, Interim Chief Animal Services Officer, Austin Animal Services. Staff briefing on the Strategic Plan Dashboard. Presentation by Juany Torres, Strategic Plan Project Manager, Austin Animal Services. The presentation was made by Juany Torres, Strategic Plan Project Manager, Austin Animal Services. DISCUSSION ITEMS 6. Update on the recruitment process for the Austin Animal Services Director. Presentation by Rodney Crain, Senior Consultant, MGT. The presentation was made by Rodney Crain, Senior Consultant, MGT. WORKING GROUP UPDATE 7. Update from the Strategic Plan Working …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE URBAN TRANSPOTRATION COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2025, AT 5:00 P.M. AUSTIN ENERGY HEADQUARTERS, ROOM 1111 4815 MUELLER BLVD. AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Urban Transportation 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, contact [Natalie Leone, 512-974-3428, natalie.leone@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Susan Somers, Chair Daniel Kavelman, Parliamentarian Deshon Brown Heather Buffo Kevin Chen Nathan Fernandes Justin Jacobson Varun Prasad Joshua Sorin Spencer Schumacher, Vice Chair AGENDA CALL 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 1. Approve the minutes of the Urban Transportation Commission Name Regular meeting on 10/7/2025. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding Vision Zero. Presentation by Joel Meyer, Transportation Officer, Austin Transportation and Public Works Staff Briefing regarding Annual Proactive Maintenance Service Plans. Presentation by Adam Bailey, Program Consultant, Austin Transportation and Public Works DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. Approve a recommendation to Council for the 2026 Bond. COMMITTEE UPDATES 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Update from Commissioner Chen from the Downtown Commission regarding actions taken at the September 17, 2025, and October 15, 2025, meetings. Update from Commissioner Prasad from the Joint Sustainability Committee regarding actions taken at the September 24, 2025, and October 22, 2025, meetings. Update from Commissioner Schumacher from the Bicycle Advisory Council regarding actions taken at the September 16, 2025, and October 21, 2025, meetings. Update from Commissioner Kavelman from the Pedestrian Advisory Council regarding actions taken at the September 8, 2025, and October 6, 2025, meeting. Update from Chair Somers from the City Council Mobility Committee regarding actions taken at the September 18, 2025, and October 16, 2025, meeting. Update from Chair Somers from the Community Advisory Committee for Austin Transit Partnership Board regarding actions taken at the September 11, 2025, and October 9, 2025, meeting. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance …
URBAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES URBAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, October 7, 2025 The Urban Transportation Commission convened in a regular meeting on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room 1101, Austin, Texas. Chair Somers called the Commission Meeting to order at 5:02 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Heather Buffo - (District 1) Arlin Alvarez – (District 3) Susan Somers, Chair - (District 4) Daniel Kavelman, Parliamentarian - (District 5) Justin Jacobson – (District 8) Spencer Schumacher, Vice Chair - (District 9) Commissioners in Attendance Virtually: Kevin Chen - (District 6) Varun Prasad, - (District 7) Deshon Brown- (Mayoral Appointee) PUBLIC COMMUNICATION Philip Wiley APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the URBAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING on September 2, 2025. The minutes from the meeting of 9/2/2025 were approved on a motion from Vice Chair Schumacher, and a second from Chair Somers on a 7-0 vote, with Commissioners Buffo, Chen, & Sorin absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Discussion and presentation regarding the Great Springs Project. The commission received a presentation from Mikey Goralnik, Great Springs Project. 3. Discussion and presentation regarding Trees on City Streets. The commission received a presentation from Michelle Marx, Austin Transportation and Public Works with Lauren Stanley, Independent Architect. 4. Discussion and presentation regarding the Right of Way Vacation Process and an overview of the managing division. The commission received a presentation from Joseph Fotinos, Austin Transportation and Public Works. 1 URBAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES 5. Discussion and presentation regarding Safe Routes to School Infrastructure. The commission received a presentation from Coleen Gentles, Austin Transportation and Public Works. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Discussion and approval of a recommendation on CapMetro Transit Plan 2035. Amendment 1: On a motion from Chair Somers, and a second from Vice Chair Schumacher, the amendment was approved with a 7-0 vote, with Commissioners Chen, Sorin, & Brown absent. Amendment 2: On a motion from Vice Chair Schumacher, and a second from Commissioner Buffo, the amendment was approved with a 7-0 vote, with Commissioners Chen, Sorin, & Brown absent. Amendment 3: On a motion from Commissioner Kavelman, and a second from Commissioner Buffo, the amendment was approved with an 8-0 vote, with Commissioners Chen & Sorin absent. Amendment 4: On a motion from Vice Chair Schumacher, and a second from Commissioner Buffo, the amendment was approved with an 8-0 vote, with Commissioners Chen …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER ADVISORY BOARD WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2025, AT 6:00 P.M. CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Michelle Rojas, 512-974-3771, Michelle.Rojas@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Angelica Navarro (D-8), Chair Hilario “Larry” Amaro (D-10), Member Anthony Martinez (D-4), Member Noemi Castro (D-2), Member Lynda Quintana (D-6), Member Alexander “Al” Duarte (D-7), Member Raul “Roy” Reyna (D-1), Member John Estrada (D-3), Member Selma Sanchez (D-9), Member Cynthia “Cy” Herrera (D-5), Member Lillian “Lily” Zamarripa-Saenz (Mayor), Vice Chair AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center regular meeting of October 1, 2025. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing on staffing updates, October and November programs, marketing and outreach efforts, and updates on signature event planning. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) Presenter(s): Olivia Tamzarian, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Marketing & Outreach Representative, Austin Arts Culture, Music and Entertainment & Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager, Austin Arts Culture, Music and Entertainment DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. 5. Update on Phase 2 Construction Project. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) Presenter(s): Heidi Tse, Capital Delivery Project Manager, Austin Capital Delivery Services Presentation by Manuel Zamarripa on history and culture literary programming. (Sponsors: Amaro, Quintana) Presenter(s): Dr. Manuel Zamarripa, LCP-S, Co-founder of the Institute of Chicano/o/x Psychology Conversation on current Mexican American cultural artists and programming offered by the ESB-MACC, followed by a discussion on how the Advisory Board can provide input and recommendations for future programming and activities. (Sponsors: Amaro, Navarro) DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. 7. Approve the 2026 annual schedule of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Advisory Board. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) Create a Creative Reset Phase …
ESB-MACC ADVISORY BOARD MEETING MINUTES OCTOBER 1, 2025 EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OCTOBER 1, 2025 The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center convened in a Regular Meeting on October 1, 2025, at 301 W. 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. (Some members of the ESB-MACC Advisory Board participated via videoconference.) Vice Chair Lily Zamarripa-Saenz called the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Lillian “Lily” Zamarripa-Saenz, Hilario “Larry” Amaro, John Estrada, Lynda Quintana, Selma Sanchez. Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Noemi Castro (left at 7:08 p.m.), Cynthia “Cy” Herrera (arrived at 6:19 p.m.), Raul “Roy” Reyna. Board Members Absent: Angelica Navarro, Alexander “Al” Duarte, Anthony Martinez. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Manuel Zamarripa, Co-Founder and Co-Director of the Institute of Chicano/o/x Psychology shared that his organization had been in operation for approximately 13 to 15 years, explaining that their focus was on providing community workshops (platicas) and other initiatives designed to promote culturally relevant wellness and a sense of well-being within the community. He emphasized the importance of grounding his type of work in the history and cultural identity of the Mexican American community. He expressed interest in learning whether there were efforts being made to provide more Mexican American historical cultural literary events at the MACC, as he believed such efforts were crucial and highlighted that a key component of his organization’s mission was to foster identity development, provide a sense of belonging, confidence, competence, and a strong self-concept. Mr. Zamarripa hopes the MACC will offer workshops and culturally grounded activities as part of future programming and events. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Regular Meeting of September 10, 2025. The minutes from the Regular meeting of September 10, 2025, were approved on Member Castro’s motion. Member Quintana seconded. Unanimous vote (8.0). Motion passed. Members Duarte, Martinez, and Navarro absent. 1 ESB-MACC ADVISORY BOARD MEETING MINUTES OCTOBER 1, 2025 STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing on staffing updates, September and October programs, marketing and outreach efforts, and updates on signature event planning. Marie Ortiz, Culture and Arts Education Supervisor, provided updates on Casa de la Cultura programming and the Latino Artist Access Program (LAAP). She noted that all programs are conducted in English & Spanish and announced the LAAP application period was on a temporary pause …
ESB MACC FY25 Budget and Program Development Process Austin Arts Culture Music and Entertainment | 11/5/2025 ESB MACC FY25 Budget ESB - Mexican American Cultural Center | Operating Expense Budget 3 4 Program Development 5 Program Development Identify needs through Strategic Planning, Community Engagement, Organizational alignment Develop goals and objectives Create Program Tracking Tool Develop Budget Personnel / Contractual / Commodities Obtain approvals Implement program Evaluate Collect data / surveys Assess Impact Analyze data Review financials 6
11.5.25 MACC Staff Report – Website - Facebook – Instagram Please share our social media posts, sign up for our newsletter, and check out our upcoming events! Casa de la Cultura Past: All-Levels Yoga: Saturdays @ 10:30-11:30am Southeast Library Attendance: 64 Focuses on body awareness, connection with the breath, with gentle movement, and time for meditation and relaxation. The library has mats to share. Sunset Kayaking: Every Second Wednesday @ 6pm-7:30pm Austin Rowing Club Attendance: 22 Join us on Lady Bird Lake and paddle through the heart of Downtown Austin . Choose a single or double kayak or paddleboard. Chair Yoga: 3rd Wed of each month @ 10am Dove Springs Recreation Center Attendance: 4 A gentle form of yoga that can be done seated in a chair. These modifications make yoga accessible to people with various physical abilities. Chair Yoga: 3rd Friday of each month @ 10am Windsor Park Branch Attendance: 3 A gentle form of yoga that can be done seated in a chair. These modifications make yoga accessible to people with various physical abilities. Upcoming: All-Levels Yoga: Saturdays @ 10:30-11:30am Southeast Library Focuses on body awareness, connection with the breath, with gentle movement, and time for meditation and relaxation. The library has mats to share. Chair Yoga: 3rd Wed of each month @ 10am Dove Springs Recreation Center A gentle form of yoga that can be done seated in a chair. These modifications make yoga accessible to people with various physical abilities. Chair Yoga: 3rd Friday of each month @ 10am Windsor Park Branch A gentle form of yoga that can be done seated in a chair. These modifications make yoga accessible to people with various physical abilities. La Tamalada Saturday, December 6th | 1:30-5pm Conley-Guerrero Senior Activity Center 808 Nile St, Austin, TX 78702 This family friendly, all ages event will feature music, crafts, and tamales (while supplies last)! Learn to make authentic tamales with guest culinary chefs of Tamale Addiction. Recipe cards available to take home so you can host your own tamalada! Workshop Times: 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM RSVP BY NOV 21ST to reserve your spot. Email: MACCCasa@austintexas.gov. Walk-ins welcomed as space allows. Space is limited. Latino/a/e Artist Access Program (LAAP) The LAAP Working group hosted 2 application information sessions. These information sessions were help on September 22nd at Twin Oaks Branch Library and October 2nd at North Village …
EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER Phase 2 Improvements MACC Advisor y Board Update Heidi Tse Capital Delivery Project Manager November 5, 2025 South Additions: Meeting Rooms furniture installation is complete. South Addition: Office furniture installation is complete. North Addition: Classroom furniture is installation complete Zocalo: Gate installation in progress. Zocalo: Railings installation is in progress. Tejano Legend Sculpture installed and ready for plantings. South Addition: View of stair after correcting paint and finish issue. Site: Overflow Parking Area is ready for temporary sprinkler lines and sod. Auditorium: Installation in progress for curtain tracks Parking Lot: Seal coat and restriping was completed. Square Foot Analysis TCO vs CO Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO) grants temporary, conditional use of a building for stocking or furnishing before all construction work is fully completed. MACC has partial TCO for stocking only as of 11/1/2025 Certificate of Occupancy (CO) that proves a structure is habitable based on its legal use and type of property and meets all building codes. Estimated Substantial Completion The Re-opening may occur sometime between the project’s substantial completion and final completion. Substantial Completion (contractual term) is when the facility is deemed ready to be occupied by the owner, but other minor work still needs to be completed by the contractor. The exact date or alignment of the Re-opening will not be known until construction has significantly progressed. Must achieve TCO at a minimum. The anticipated project completion timeline is: 1. Target Substantial Completion: 11/03/25 11/19/25 12/2025 – 2/2026 2. Re-opening (estimated February – March 2026) Project Milestones • Ceremonial Groundbreaking: December 10, 2022 • GMP 1 (Site Work) Notice to Proceed issued: August 28, 2023 • GMP 2 (Building / Landscape) Notice to Proceed issued: March 7, 2024 • Steel “Topping Out”: September 11, 2024 • Target Major Construction Ends: November 2025 • Target Stocking: December 2025 – January 2026 • Target Staff Move-In: January – February 2026 • Target Soft Re-Opening: February 2026 • Target Grand Re-Opening: Spring 2026 Questions ?
REGULAR MEETING of the MBE/WBE and Small Business Enterprise Procurement Program Advisory Committee Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 5:30 pm City of Austin Permit and Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive – Room 1215 Austin, Texas 78752 Some members of this MBE/WBE Advisory Committee may be participating by videoconference. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION GUIDELINES The public will be allowed to speak at the Advisory Committee meeting remotely by phone or in-person at the address listed above. To participate remotely, speakers must register in advance with the board liaison before the registration deadline. Public Communication: General The first 10 speakers will be allowed to speak on any topic that is not posted on the agenda. The Committee Chair will call upon speakers at the beginning of the meeting. A person may not speak at general communication more often than once out of every three regularly scheduled committee meetings. Public Comment on Agenda Items Members of the public may speak on any item posted to the agenda. Speakers will be called upon when this agenda item is taken up by the Committee Chair. How to Register to Speak Remotely All speakers are required to register for remote participation. Registered speakers will be allowed 3 minutes to speak by telephone only. The deadline for registering is 12:00pm on the day before the meeting. To register to speak, email the board liaison, Nakia James at nakia.james@austintexas.gov before the deadline. Once registration closes, the board liaison will send all speakers an email to confirm registration, provide instructions on speaking at the meeting, and the number to call in on the day of the meeting. How to Sign-Up to Speak In-Person Speakers that would like to address the committee in person will be allowed to sign up until 15 minutes before the start of the meeting. Speakers will be allowed 3 minutes to speak. 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 contact Nakia James at (512) 974-9108 or nakia.james@austintexas.gov for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the MBE/WBE and Small Business Procurement Program Advisory Committee, contact Nakia James at (512) 974-9108 …
Solicitation No Solicitation Description SLBP Goal Information Cost Estimate Award Amount Prime MBE AA H A/NA WBE MBE/ WBE Non Sub FY 2025 Council Awards Report August 2025 # 1 CLMC1123 Prime Subs Electrification Infrastructure Phase 5 IDIQ Smart Charge Residential, LLC (MB) Avery Williamson / Avery's Lawn Care & Landscaping, LLC (MH) Elements Dirt Work, LLC (MA) Government Interior Solutions, Inc. / PDN Group (FH) Austin Constructors, LLC Non MWBE Total 2 CLMC1111 Williamson Creek - Richmond Tributary Rehabilitation Prime Subs Cedar Hills Construction, LLC (MB) Earthco Landscape Construction, LLC (MH) Industry Junction, Inc. (MA) Benqwest, LLC (FW) Chlor-Serv, Inc. (FW) Champion Fuel Solutions Non MWBE Total 3 CLMC1110 Hampton Branch at Oak Hill Parking Lot Expansion Prime Subs Dalrymple Gravel & Contracting (FB) Alexandria Bates / AWB Enterprise, LLC (MH) Arias & Associates, Inc. (MH) Maestas & Associates, Inc. (MH) Raul Cano-Gasca / R. Cano Trucking (FN) KLP Commercial, LLC / KLP Construction Supply (FW) Merrigan Electric, LLC Percent of "Met Goal" Awards for June 2025 Percent of "Met Goal" Awards for FY2025 To-Date $2,000,000 $7,400,000 over 4 years $5,967,899 $566,188 $4,436,127 $3,436,046 $99,342 $188,743 $23,312 $3,500 $76,422 $527,923 $400,123 $4,500 $1,800 $4,500 $14,000 $13,000 $90,000 UNK 77.47 75.79 1.26 1.26 1.26 2.22 2.24 2.24 0.78 0.85 0.85 3.27 3.27 3.27 4.22 4.25 4.25 3.42 3.85 0.34 0.85 2.65 Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y SG MG SG MG SG MG 100.00% 89.29% 0.65 0.65 1.36 1.36 0.65 1.36 UNK 0.49 0.50 1.77 1.80 13.74 DBE SMBR Liaison Project Manager Department Council Date Goals Met Type Amy Amaya L. Thering Fleet Mobility Services 8/28/2025 Yes Construction John Wesley Smith R. Yamaguchi Capital Delivery Services 8/28/2025 Yes Construction 13.74 Ruby Villanueva- Kellough C. Russell Austin Public Library 8/28/2025 Yes Construction 0.50 0.08 1.72 2.33 2.46 2.94 17.05 2.46 17.05 B= African American/ Black W= Caucasian/White SG= Solicitation Goal UNK=Unknown Participation H= Hispanic/ Latino F= Female MG= Met Goal A/N= Asian/Asian/Native American M= Male GFE= Good Faith Effort PTD= Participation To Date Non-Sub= Subcontractor Not Certified MBE/WBE=Combined Goals Council Awards Report PAGE 1 OF 4 Sourcing Name Category Goals/No Goals Contract Amount Prime MBE AA H A/NA WBE MBE/ WBE Non Sub DBE Sponsor Department Council Date Goals Met Procurement Type FY2025 Council Awards Report (Purchasing) August 2025 Access Gate Maintenance, Installation, Repairs, & Spare Parts 93673 - Security And Access …
MBE/WBE and Small Business Enterprise Procurement Program Advisory Committee MEETING MINUTES The MBE/WBE and Small Business Enterprise Procurement Program Advisory Committee convened in a regular meeting on November 5, 2025. Members attended both virtually and in- person at the City of Austin Permit and Development Center at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive, Room 1215 in Austin, TX. CALL TO ORDER Committee Chair, Sherice Williams called the meeting to order at 5:40pm. COMMITTEE MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE: In-Person: Virtual: Sherice Williams (Chair), Janel Austin, Jaime (J.R.) Gonzales Lena Banks (Vice-Chair, Amin Dhukka, Valerie Esparza, Nabiha Hassan, Roberta Johnson, Ahmed Moledina PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL • Citizen, Luke Luper requested that the Austin Small and Minority Business Resources (ASMBR) department reopen the Plans Room. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes from the MBE/WBE Advisory Committee Regular Meeting on October 7, 2025. • The minutes were considered for approval and approved on a motion by Committee Vice- Chair, Lena Banks and seconded by Committee Member, Amin Dhukka. Approved on a 9-0 vote. WORKING GROUP 2. Update from the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Working Group on developing KPIs that demonstrate the success of the committee. • No updates from the working group. • Invited new Commissioners to join. • ASMBR Director, Edward Campos recommended that ASMBR present an overview of the department’s Key Performance Metrics at the January 2026 meeting. STAFF BRIEFINGS 4. Staff briefing on the Austin Small and Minority Business Resources Department (ASMBR) Director’s Report on upcoming initiatives and events related to ASMBR. Page 1 of 2 • ASMBR Director, Edward Campos provided the committee with the update. 5. Staff briefing on the Certification Roll Report by the ASMBR Certification Division Manager. • ASMBR Certification Business Development Supervisor, Michelle Meadows, provided the update. 6. Staff briefing on the Council Awards report by the ASMBR Compliance Officer. • The report was provided by ASMBR Compliance Officer, Felecia Shaw. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Called for future agenda items from Committee members. Pending Agenda Items: • Chapter 380 Reports (quarterly) • MBE/WBE Project Goal Report (quarterly) • MBE/WBE Goal Achievement Report by Fiscal Year (January) • Spend codes broken down by MWBEs (Committee Vice-Chair, Lena Banks) • Legislation update impacting MWBEs (Committee Chair, Sherice Williams) New Agenda Items to Add: • Overview of the City’s procurement process by Austin Financial Services (January) • Overview of ASMBR’s Key Performance Metrics (January) ADJOURNMENT Committee Chair, Sherice Williams adjourned the meeting …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2025, AT 6:00 P.M. CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS 301 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Historic Landmark Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, please use the QR code or link at the end of this document. For questions, please email preservation@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS BEN HEIMSATH, CHAIR (D-8) CARL LAROSCHE (D-6) ROXANNE EVANS, VICE CHAIR (D-2) TREY MCWHORTER (D-10) JEFFREY ACTON (MAYOR) JUDAH RICE (D-4) JAIME ALVAREZ (D-7) BAT TANIGUCHI (D-9) HARMONY GROGAN (D-5) VACANT (D-1) KEVIN KOCH (D-3) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up before the call to order may have three minutes to speak on items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Historic Landmark Commission regular meeting on October 1, 2025. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding Heritage Preservation Grant Launch. Presentation by Kristina Koufos, Project Coordinator, Heritage Tourism Division, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Staff briefing regarding updates to the Equity-Based Preservation Plan progress dashboard. Presentation by Cara Bertron, Program Manager II, Historic Preservation Office, Austin Planning. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS Historic Zoning 4. C14H-2025-0105- 1112 W. 10th St. Simmons-Glaser House Council District 9 Proposal: Owner-initiated historic zoning. Applicant: Lori Martin City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Recommend the proposed zoning change from family residence- historic district-neighborhood plan (SF-3-HD-NP) to family residence-historic landmark- historic district-neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-HD-NP) combining district zoning. Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 5. 6. HR-2025-099714; C14H-2013-0008 – 1504 E. 11th St. Ethel Pearl's Beauty Salon Council District 1 Proposal: Rehabilitate and remodel a landmark building. (Postponed by staff on October 1, 2025) Applicant: Mike Hale City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Approve the Certificate of Appropriateness in concurrence with Architectural Review Committee feedback. HR-2025-118292; C14H- 2004-0002 – 108 W. 33rd St. Ocie Speer House Council District 9 Proposal: Remodel existing guesthouse and construct a second-story addition with attached garage. Applicant: …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, October 1, 2025 – 6:00 PM City Hall – Council Chambers 301 W. 2nd Street Austin, TX 78701 Some Commission members may be participating by videoconference. View the meeting online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live. COMMISSION MEMBERS: X Ben Heimsath, (D-8) Chair X Roxanne Evans (D-2), Vice Chair X Jeffrey Acton (Mayor) VACANT (D-1) X Kevin Koch (D-3) Judah Rice (D-4) X AB Harmony Grogan (D-5) AB Carl Larosche (D-6) X Jaime Alvarez (D-7) X Bat Taniguchi (D-9) X Trey McWhorter (D-10) DRAFT MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: 6:00 PM PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first (10) speakers who register to speak before the meeting will be allocated three minutes to speak about an item(s) that is not posted on the agenda. Meghan King spoke on Preservation Austin updates. 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Historic Landmark Commission regular meeting on September 3, 2025. MOTION: Approve the minutes per passage of the consent agenda on a motion by Commissioner Rice. Commissioner Acton seconded the motion. Vote 8-0. The motion passed. BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Briefing on Rally Austin 2026 Bond Priorities Presenter: David Colligan, Chief Operating Officer, Rally Austin Briefing on the IH-35 Interpretative Plan Presenter: Rebekah Dobrasko, Cultural Resources Section Director, Texas Department of Transportation PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION AND ACTION Historic Zoning Applications 4. C14H-2025-0095 – 2401 Givens Ave. Calhoun House Council District 1 Proposal: Commission-initiated historic zoning. Applicant: Historic Landmark Commission City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Grant the proposed zoning change from family residence-historic district-neighborhood plan (SF-3-HD-NP) to family residence-historic landmark-historic district-neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-HD-NP) combining district zoning. Patricia Calhoun spoke in favor of historic zoning. Mary Kahle spoke in favor of historic zoning. Meghan King spoke in favor of historic zoning. Miriam Conner spoke in favor of historic zoning. MOTION: Close the public hearing and recommend historic zoning per staff recommendation on the basis of architectural significance, community value and historical association. Commissioner Rice seconded the motion. Vote 8-0. The motion passed. Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 5. SB-2025-114755 – 604 Brazos St. Driskill Hotel Council District 9 Proposal: Install a sign at 7th Street elevation of the 1939 tower. Applicant: Marcos Crane City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 2 Staff Recommendation: Concur with Architectural Review Committee, and approve the Certificate of Appropriateness for either neon or bulb lighting. MOTION: Approve the application per passage of the consent …
AACME Funding Programs Heritage Preservation Grant Overview About AACME: Established February 24, 2025 AACME focuses on sustaining and growing Austin's creative sector. Spring–Summer 2025 “Creative Reset” Community Engagement: Phase 1 focused on improving funding programs and gathered extensive input: • • • • 11,801 comments 1,289 survey responses 200+ focus group participants 50+ community conversations Creative Reset Dashboard: Voices from Austin's Creative Community - ACME Cultural Funding Analysis Heritage Preservation Grant Heritage Preservation Grant aims to preserve and promote preservation projects, expand access to historic spaces and heritage resources, showcase local stories rooted in history, support the creative economy to attract and expand audiences and engage tourists seeking authentic experiences. Based on State Statute Ch. 351, the project must: • Be used for historical restoration and preservation projects or activities to encourage tourism to visit preserved historic sites. • At, or in the immediate vicinity of, Convention Center facilities or visitor information centers; • Located in the areas that would be frequented by tourists and convention delegates; Image by Chelse Purgahn, courtesy of Black Austin Tours (FY21 awardee) Eligibility and Requirements • Applicant types: • • 501(c)(3) nonprofit For-profit business • Two years operating experience in the Austin-Round Rock Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) • Own or lease a historic designated site for capital improvement projects • Proposed project or event sites must occur in Austin or Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) • Proposed project or event sites must be open and advertised to Austin residents, visitors, and tourists • Preservation projects and programs must highlight storytelling and invite tourists to explore historic sites Heritage Events Includes historic research, develops a tourism itinerary, promotes tourism and untold stories of the location Designation: Not required Award Amount: Up to $50,000 Includes historic research and highlights the history of the site Designation: Required local, state or national designation or Council-approved heritage districts Award Amount: Up to $150,000 Heritage programming at Republic Square, Image courtesy of Downtown Austin Alliance (FY24 awardee) Term: 12 months Eligible Activities: • Heritage events, festivals, or programs • Heritage, historic, or interpretative exhibits • Tour Development: historic, heritage, legacy business Image by KVUE, Interpretive signage and stories about the community and land at Bethany Cemetery (FY24 awardee) Capital Improvement Projects Award Amount: Up to $250,000 Required: Historic Designation and Owner Authorization Term: 24 months Eligible Activities • ADA exterior access • Façade elements • Foundation stabilization • Masonry rehabilitation / repair …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: C14H-2025-0105 HLC DATE: November 5, 2025 PC DATE: CC Date: APPLICANT: O’Connell Architecture, LLC (Lori Martin) HISTORIC NAME: Simmons-Glaser House WATERSHED: Lady Bird Lake, Shoal Creek ADDRESS OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE: 1112 West 10th Street ZONING CHANGE: SF-3-HD-NP to SF-3-H-HD-NP COUNCIL DISTRICT: 9 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the proposed zoning change from family residence-historic district- neighborhood plan (SF-3-HD-NP) to family residence-historic landmark-historic district-neighborhood plan (SF-3-HD- NP) combining district zoning. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LANDMARK DESIGNATION: community value and historical associations. HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ACTION: PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: CASE MANAGER: Austin Lukes, 512-978-0766 NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Independent School District, Austin Neighborhoods Council, Friends of Austin Neighborhoods, Homeless Neighborhood Association, Old West Austin Neighborhood Association, Old West Austin Neighborhood Plan Contact Team, Preservation Austin, Shoal Creek Conservancy DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The property is currently listed as being a contributing resource to the Castle Hill local historic district, as well as a contributing resource to the West Line National Register district. BASIS FOR RECOMMENDATION: The earliest records of the building at 1112 West 10th Street existing are from tax documents from 1903, though the style of the building, as well as similar structures in the neighborhood, may indicate that the property was constructed a few years before that. The Second Empire style was popular from the 1850s through the 1880s, but it is possible that the style continued for new construction in Austin into the 20th century. The Simmons-Glaser House, along with houses on this and neighboring streets were built during a campaign in the 1890s by local builder Nick Dawson, who used similar materials and proportions. Even though the exact date of construction may be uncertain, the asymmetrical front elevation, with a bay extension on the west half and front porch at the east complete with decorative millwork, indicate that this house is in excellent condition and retains good integrity. § 25-2-352(3)(c)(ii) Historical Associations. The property has long-standing significant associations with persons, groups, institutions, businesses, or events of historical importance that contributed significantly to the history of the city, state, or nation or represents a significant portrayal of the cultural practices or the way of life of a definable group of people in a historic time. Mentioned above, the property is associated with Austin builder Nick Dawson, who designed numerous buildings in this part of town. The Simmons-Glaser House exemplifies the uniformity of design that Dawson …
City of Austin - Historic Preservation Office Historic Zoning Application Packet A. APPLICATION FOR HISTORIC ZONING PROJECT INFORMATION: DEPARTMENTAL USE ONLY APPLICATION DATE:__________________ FILE NUMBER(S) _____________________________________________ TENTATIVE HLC DATE: TENTATIVE PC or ZAP DATE:_________________ TENTATIVE CC DATE:_________________ CASE MANAGER _______________________________ APPLICATION ACCEPTED BY:________________________________________ CITY INITIATED: YES / NO ROLLBACK: YES/NO BASIC PROJECT DATA: 1. OWNER’S NAME:________________________________________________________________________________ 2. PROJECT NAME:________________________________________________________________________________ 3. PROJECT STREET ADDRESS (or Range): __________________________________________________________ ZIP__________________________ COUNTY:______________________________________ IF PROJECT ADDRESS CANNOT BE DEFINED ABOVE: LOCATED ____________ FRONTAGE FEET ALONG THE N. S. E. W. (CIRCLE ONE) SIDE OF ______________________________________ (ROAD NAME PROPERTY FRONTS ONTO), WHICH IS APPROXIMATELY _______________________________________ DISTANCE FROM ITS INTERSECTION WITH _________________________________________ CROSS STREET. AREA TO BE REZONED: 4. ACRES _________________ (OR) SQ.FT._______________ 5. ZONING AND LAND USE INFORMATION: EXISTING ZONING EXISTING USE __________ __________ __________ __________ __________ __________ TRACT# (IF MORE THAN 1) ________ ________ ________ ACRES / SQ. FT. PROPOSED USE PROPOSED ZONING _______________ _______________ _______________ _____________ _____________ _____________ ____________ ____________ ____________ RELATED CURRENT CASES: (YES / NO) 6. ACTIVE ZONING CASE? 7. RESTRICTIVE COVENANT? (YES / NO) (YES / NO 8. SUBDIVISION? (YES / NO) 9. SITE PLAN? FILE NUMBER: ______________________________________ FILE NUMBER: ______________________________________ FILE NUMBER: ______________________________________ FILE NUMBER: ______________________________________ Adopted December 2012 6 Taylor GreenSimmons-Glaser House787031112 W. 10th Street, Austin, TXTravis0.24510,564,76SF-3-HD-NPResidential0.245/10,564.76ResidentialSF-3-H-HD-NP City of Austin - Historic Preservation Office Historic Zoning Application Packet D. SUBMITTAL VERIFICATION AND INSPECTION AUTHORIZATION SUBMITTAL VERICATION My signature attests to the fact that the attached application package is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that proper City staff review of this application is dependent upon the accuracy of the information provided and that any inaccurate or inadequate information provided by me/my firm/etc., may delay the proper review of this application. PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT NAME BELOW SIGNATURE AND INDICATE FIRM REPRESENTED, IF APPLICABLE. __________________________________________________ Signature Date __________________________________________________ Name (Typed or Printed) __________________________________________________ Firm (If applicable) INSPECTION AUTHORIZATION As owner or authorized agent, my signature authorizes staff to visit and inspect the property for which this application is being submitted. PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT NAME BELOW SIGNATURE AND INDICATE FIRM REPRESENTED, IF APPLICABLE. ___________________________________________________ Date Signature ___________________________________________________ Name (Typed or Printed) ___________________________________________________ Firm (If applicable) Adopted December 2012 8 Lori Martin, Architectural HistorianO'Connell Architecture, LLCTaylor GreenOctober 9, 2025October 9, 2025 City of Austin - Historic Preservation Office Historic Zoning Application Packet E. ACKNOWLEDGMENT FORM concerning Subdivision Plat Notes, Deed Restrictions, Restrictive Covenants and / or …
