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Item 002 - ZWAC Resolution - Approved RMC and ZWAC Merger Recommendation — original pdf
This template is a guide for liaisons. BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Zero Waste Advisory Commission Recommendation Number 20250212-002 Recommendation against merging the Zero Waste Advisory Commission with the Resource Management Commission Whereas, a proposal has been made to merge the Resource Management Commission and the Zero Waste Advisory Commission to create a Resource Recovery and Management Commission; and Whereas, Austin Resource Recovery is one of four Enterprise Departments within the City of Austin and is responsible for meeting its annual financial responsibilities through efficient budgeting that provide Residents with a safe and cost effective collection and disposal service; Whereas, the Zero Waste Advisory Commission has independently introduced to ARR Staff new service and operational proposals and recommendations that have been implemented and have proven beneficial to Austin residents through improved diversion and disposal options; Whereas, the Zero Waste Advisory Commission petitioned Austin Resource Recovery to develop a long range Master Plan to guide the City’s future disposal, recycling and operational goals for the next 40 years; and Whereas, the purpose of the Zero Waste Advisory Commission is to review, evaluate and make recommendations to City Council, City Management and City Staff regarding policies concerning solid waste, recycling, organic and heavy brush collection pursuant to its Zero Waste Master Plan Goals; and and and This template is a guide for liaisons. Whereas, it is important for all enterprise departments to have an independent Board and/or Commission to provide public oversight and input in assuring the ratepayers are receiving the most efficient and cost effect services possible; and Whereas, the purpose of the Resource Management Commission is to advise the City Council in developing and reviewing city plans and policies concerning the efficient use of energy including alternative and renewable energy technologies and on energy and water conservation; and Whereas, the overlap between the Resource Management Commission and Zero Waste Advisory Commission is narrow in scope, and a merged Resource Recovery and Management Commission would require both City staff and Commissioners to engage on an expansive array of issues unrelated to their primary areas of expertise and day-to-day responsibility: Now Therefore Be It Resolved that the Zero Waste Advisory Commission recommends against merging the Zero Waste Advisory Commission with the Resource Management Commission. Resolution Date: February 12, 2025 2/12/2025 Date of Approval: _____________________________ Record of the vote: ___________________________________________________________________ 7-0 Attest: ________________________________________ Staff Liaison
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Recommendation 20250212-012: Older Adult Focus at City Job Fairs — original pdf
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Commission on Aging Recommendation Number: 20250212012: Older Adult Focus at City Job Fairs WHEREAS, the City of Austin will hold the 14th Annual City of Austin Career Expo on April 2, 2025, designed to facilitate employer hiring needs and the employment needs of job seekers1; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin regularly holds additional job fair(s) throughout the year2; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin regularly holds one 50+ Community Job Fair per year that includes employers that primarily specialize in providing jobs and resources for individuals who are over the age of 503 and are marketed to older adults who choose to or need to continue working past traditional retirement age; and WHEREAS, Austin’s older adult population represents 10.8% of the total population4; and WHEREAS, older adults job seekers frequently face ageism5,6 and 78% of people between the ages of 40 and 65 said they had seen age discrimination in the workplace7; and WHEREAS, older adult job seekers re-entering the workforce may be out of touch with the latest technology; and WHEREAS, AARP is one of numerous sources advising unique approaches for older adults seeking employment8,9 ;and other NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Commission on Aging encourages the Austin City Council to direct the City to add one or two speakers to each job fair that would cover informational topics, such as how to: • • navigate new technology involved in résumé submittal, and • maintain self-confidence during the job search. repurpose a long career to pursue new interests, 1 City of Austin Career Expo | AustinTexas.gov 2 City of Austin Fair Chance Hiring Job Fair on July 25 | AustinTexas.gov 3 City of Austin 50+ Community Job Fair on September 25 | AustinTexas.gov 4 U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 1-year estimates and 2020 decennial census. 5 15 Frustrating Reasons Why People Over 50 Struggle to Find Jobs - Housely 6 https://www.forbes.com/sites/robinryan/2024/04/16/how-to-find-a-job-if-you-are-55-or-older/ 7 The 5 Secrets for Getting Hired After 50 8 The 5 Secrets for Getting Hired After 50 9 How To Find A Job If You Are 55 Or Older The Commission on Aging can research local professionals to assist with speaker placement if needed. Date of Approval: February 12th, 2025 Record of the vote: Approved on Commissioner Anderson’s motion, Commissioner Van de Putte’s second on a 9-0 vote. Attest: _____________________________________________ Richard Bondi, Chair
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EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 12, 2025 EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2025 The Early Childhood Council convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at City Hall, Board & Commission Room #1101, 301 West Second Street in Austin, Texas. Chair McHorse called the Early Childhood Council Meeting to order at 9:04 a.m. Board Members in Attendance: Chair McHorse, Vice Chair Hamilton, and Members Gordon, Hedrick, McCollum, McIllwain, Menard, and Rivas Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Member Navarro Staff in Attendance: Caitlin Oliver, Rachel Farley, and Cindy Gamez 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. There was no public comment. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Early Childhood Council Regular Meeting on January 15, 2025 The minutes from the meeting on 1/15/2025 were approved unanimously on Vice Chair Hamilton’s motion and Member McIlwain’s second, on a 9-0 vote. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Approve a recommendation regarding early childhood investments in the fiscal year 2026 City of Austin budget EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 12, 2025 The motion to approve the recommendation regarding early childhood investments in the FY26 City of Austin budget was approved on Member Hedrick’s motion, Member McCollum’s second, on a 7-0 vote. Chair McHorse and Vice Chair Hamilton recused from this item due to conflict of interest. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Approve a recommendation regarding family, friend, and neighbor child care supports The motion to approve the recommendation regarding family, friend, and neighbor child care supports was approved unanimously on Member Hedrick’s motion, Member Gordon’s second, on a 9-0 vote. Approve a recommendation regarding family stabilization grants and the City of Austin Equity Office The motion to approve the recommendation regarding family stabilization grants and the City of Austin Equity Office was approved unanimously on Member Hedrick’s motion, Member Menard’s second, on a 9-0 vote. Approve a recommendation regarding the budget process for boards & commissions The motion to approve the recommendation regarding the budget process for boards & commissions was approved unanimously on Member Hedrick’s motion, Member Gordon’s second, on a 9-0 vote. DISCUSSION ITEMS Updates from the Early Childhood Council Quality-of-Life (QoL) Study Workgroup regarding collaboration with the other commissions conducting a QoL …
February 12, 2025 Approved Minutes — original pdf
TOURISM COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES 12, FEBRUARY 2025 The TOURISM COMMISSION convened in a REGULAR meeting on 12, FEBRUARY 2025, at 301 w. Second St. in Austin, Texas. Chair, Daniel Ronan called the TOURISM COMMISSION Meeting to order at 2:36 p.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Commissioners Ed Bailey, Greg Chanon, Bishop Chappell, Anna Panossian, Daniel Ronan, and Christian Tschoepe Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Commissioner Stefani Mathis Board Members/Commissioners Absence: Aileen Bazan APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the TOURISM COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING on December 11, 2024. The minutes from the meeting of 12/11/2024 were approved on Commissioner Chanon’s motion and Commissioner Tschoepe’s second on an 7-0 vote. The vote was unanimous. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff Liaison, Felicia Burleson briefed on updates regarding the vacancy and city policy and guidelines and updates for commissions. DISCUSSION ITEMS variety of items Tom Noonan, President & CEO, Visit Austin presented an updated and outlook for Austin’s 2025 Tourism industry. Other presenters from Visit Austin included Steve Genovesi, Executive Vice President and Shelley Hall, Vice President of Marketing. Tim Fennell, Tourism Director – Economic Development & Tourism at the Office of the Governor of Texas, presented on Travel Texas outlook for Tourism in Texas and its implications for Austin in 2025. 3. 4. 1 5. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES Update from Commissioner Chappell with the Short-Term Rental Working Group progress with their conversation with the Mayor Watson’s office. Also, City Council will be voting on STR recommendations at next February meeting. Chair Daniel Ronan adjourned the meeting at 4:04pm. Motioned by Commissioner Panossian and seconded by Commissioner Chanon. The minutes were approved at the March 12, 2025 meeting on Commissioner Chanon’s motion, Commissioner Panossian’s second on a (6-0) vote. Vote was unanimous. 2 3
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ZERO WASTE ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, February 12th, 2025 The Zero Waste Advisory Commission convened in a REGULAR meeting on Wednesday, February 12th, 2025, at City Hall Chambers, 301 W 2nd St. Austin, Texas 78701 Chair Acuna called the Zero Waste Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Gerry Acuna, Chair; Commissioner Craig Nazor, Commissioner Seth Whaland Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Ian Steyaert, Vice Chair; Commissioner Amanda Masino; Commissioner Michael Drohan; Commissioner Melissa Caudle, Commissioner Caitlin Griffith 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 Zero Waste Advisory Commission meeting on January 8, 2025. The motion approving the minutes of the regular Zero Waste Advisory Commission meeting of January 8, 2025, were approved on Commissioner Drohan’s motion, Commissioner Steyaert’s second, on a (7-0) vote with Commissioners Gattuso, Commissioner Griffith and Commissioner Rothrock absent and one vacancy. ACTION ITEMS 2. Discussion and action of proposed merger of the Resource Management Commission and the Zero Waste Advisory Commission. The motion approving the revised resolution for proposed merger of the Resource Management Commission and the Zero Waste Advisory Commission was approved on Commissioner Nazor’s motion, Commissioner Steyaert’s second, on a (8-0) vote with Commissioner Gattuso and Commissioner Rothrock absent and one vacancy. 1 DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Discussion of the development of a hybrid model on the transition from twice a year bulk collection to on demand bulk collection The Zero Waste Advisory Commission discussed the development of a hybrid model on the transition from twice a year bulk collection to on demand bulk collection. STAFF BRIEFINGS 4. Staff briefing regarding the Invitation For Bid process by James Scarboro and Matthew Duree, Financial Services Department. The presentation was made by James Scarboro and Matthew Duree, Financial Services Department. 5. Staff briefing regarding the Austin diversion rate calculation and other metrics, by Gena McKinley, Assistant Director, Austin Resource Recovery. The presentation was made by Gena McKinley, Assistant Director of Austin Resource Recovery. 6. Staff briefing on the status of Austin Resource Recovery Operational and Administrative projects as well as public outreach efforts by Gena McKinley, Assistant Director of Austin Resource Recovery. The presentation was made by Gena McKinley, Assistant Director of Austin Resource …
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Technology Commission http://www.austintexas.gov/cttc REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Wednesday –February 12th, 2025 – 6:30PM City Hall – Boards and Commissions – Room 1101 301 W 2nd St., Austin, TX 78701 Please go to http://www.austintexas.gov/cityclerk/boards_commissions/meetings/10_1.htm for backup materials associated with this agenda. All ATXN (City Channel 6) programming is cablecast on Spectrum, Grande Communications, and Google Fiber on their cable channel 6, on AT&T U-Verse Channel 99 and webcast online. Over 20 meetings per month, including this commission meeting, are available on demand online, typically within a found at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/atxn-video-archive. the cablecast. Schedules and video can be few hours of The Community Technology and Telecommunications Commission convened in a REGULAR meeting on Wednesday, February 12th, 2025, at 301 W 2nd St. in Austin, Texas. Current Commission Members Keith Pena-Villa ‐ Mayor Kirk Watson Brian AM Williams ‐ Council Member Natasha Harper‐Madison, District 1 Steven Apodaca – Council Member Vanessa Fuentes, District 2 Carina Alderete ‐ Council Member José Velásquez, District 3 Suzanne Heritage ‐ Council Member José “Chito” Vela, District 4 Thomas Rice‐ Council Member Ryan Alter, District 5 Gabriel Nwajiaku‐ Council Member Mackenzie Kelly, District 6 Vacant ‐ Council Member Leslie Pool, District 7 Vacant ‐ Council Member Paige Ellis, District 8 Ibiye Anga – Council Member Zohaib “Zo” Qadri, District 9 Sumit DasGupta ‐ Council Member Alison Alter, District 10 Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance in person: Steven Apodaca, Chair Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Sumit DasGupta Ibiye Anga Brian AM Williams 1 Carina Alderete, Vice-Chair Keith Pena-Villa Board Members/Commissioners Not in Attendance: Gabriel Nwajiaku Thomas Rice Suzzane Heritage CALL TO ORDER Chair Apodaca called the Community Technology and Telecommunications Meeting to order at 6:57 p.m. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten speakers who register to speak no later than noon on the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. There were no speakers registered to deliver comments. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Community Technology and Telecommunications Commission special called meeting on January 8th, 2025. Motion to approve the minutes made by Chair Apodaca and seconded by Commissioner DasGupta. The minutes from (01/08/2025) were approved on a vote of 6-0. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. Presentation on the status of the city’s participation and involvement in the BEAD challenge process (Khotan Harmon, Program Manager, City of Austin Economic Development Department) This item was moved to …
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Commission on Aging Regular Meeting Minutes Wednesday, February 12th, 2025 The Commission on Aging convened in a regular meeting at City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room, 301 W 2nd St, Austin, Texas, 78701 and remotely. Chair Bondi called the Commission on Aging Meeting to order at 12:04pm. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Chair Richard Bondi, Vice Chair Gretchen Flatau, Henry Van de Putte, Jacqueline Angel, Jennifer Scott, Martin Kareithi, Preston Tyree, Suzanne Anderson, and Teresa Ferguson. Board Members/Commissioners not in Attendance: Marianna Gonzalez, Austin Adams, and Gloria Lugo. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the January 8th, 2025, regular Commission on Aging Meeting. • The minutes from the meeting of January 8th, 2025, were approved by Vice-Chair Flatau’s motion, Commissioner Scott’s second on a 9-0 vote. Commissioners Gonzalez, Adams, and G Lugo were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Discussion and review of Commission on Aging expiring terms (February 28th, 2025), the 60- day holdover period, and reapplying with appointing bodies for continued service. • Chair Bondi reviewed expiring commissioner terms, and processes to renew membership, the importance of maintaining quorum for budget recommendations in March 2025, and to please be mindful of attendance, and aware of the 60-day holdover period. 3. Discussion and update on communications with the City of Buda’s Commission on Aging. • Public communication: Commission on Aging in Buda, Chair Kaufman, he discussed their progress in writing their Age Friendly Action Plan. 4. Update on the Joint Inclusion Committee initiatives as it relates to the Commission on Aging. • The JIC is currently coordinating budget recommendations that are going to Austin City Council. 5. Request for and discussion on potential budget recommendations from the Commission on Aging for the FY26 City of Austin Budget. • Commission on Aging budget working group is currently requesting ideas for budget recommendations. • Reach out to Chair Bondi if you need assistance writing. 6. Update on the Commission on Aging 2025 Community Service Awards. 1 • Support Staff Halana Kaleel has sent out the nomination form for the 2025 Community Service Awards. • Nomination form will be open until the end of March 2025. 7. Discussion and update on collaboration with Austin Indigenous groups about input into City of Austin processes. • Chair Bondi is still leading these efforts. • Will provide more information and detail at the March 2025 meeting. 8. Update on the outreach and …
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AUSTIN INTEGRATED WATER RESOURCE PLANNING COMMUNITY TASK FORCE February 11, 2025 --12:00pm Hybrid Regular Called Meeting Waller Creek Center, Room 104 625 East 10th Street Austin, Texas 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 For more information go to: Austin Integrated Water Resource Planning Community Task Force Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. The first 10 speakers to register will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns not on the agenda. To register, contact Emily Rafferty at emily.rafferty@austintexas.gov. The information required is the speaker’s name, item number(s) they wish to speak on if applicable, email address and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). CURRENT TASK FORCE MEMBERS: Voting Members: Bill Moriarty Sarah Faust Hani Michel Perry Lorenz Todd Bartee Robert Mace, Vice Chair Paul DiFiore Madelline Mathis Jennifer Walker, Chair Ex Officio Non-Voting Members: Austin Water: Kevin Critendon Austin Energy: Kathleen Garrett Austin Resource Recovery: Donald Hardee Housing: Chase Bryan Office of Innovation: Daniel Culotta Office of Sustainability: Zach Baumer Parks and Recreation: Liana Kallivoka Watershed Protection: Ramesh Swaminathan AGENDA CALL TO ORDER – PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2024. DISCUSSION ITEMS 1. Approve the meeting minutes from the Regular Called Task Force meeting on December 3, 2. Presentation on lessons learned and initial planning for 2029 Water Forward, Water Conservation, Drought Contingency Plan updates 3. Update on Water Management Strategy Implementation Quarterly Report development 4. Discuss City Council’s proposed merger of the Water Forward Task Force with the Water and Wastewater Commission 5. Discuss Water Forward 2024 Implementation Working Group members FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURN 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 Austin Integrated Water Resource Planning Community Task Force Liaison, Emily Rafferty at 512-972-0427, for additional information; TTY users …
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION (CDC) MEETING February 11, 2025 – 6:30pm Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions – Room 1101 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, TX 78701 Some members of the Community Development Commission may be participating by video conference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once, either in-person or remotely, and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register, call or email the board liaison at 512-974-3108 or edward.blake@austintexas.gov CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Jo Anne Ortiz Public Sector Appointee Nyeka Arnold North Austin Bertha Delgado East Austin Vacant Rosewood- Zaragosa/Blackland Julia Woods South Austin Cheryl Thompson St. John’s Cynthia Jaso Dove Springs Jose Noe Elias Montopolis Jenny E. Achilles Private Sector Appointee Raul E Longoria Public Sector Appointee South Austin Gavin Porter Sr. Public Sector Appointee Michael Tolliver Colony Park Tisha-Vonique Hood Public Sector Appointee Vacant Private Sector Appointee Vacant Public Sector Appointee Please visit https://austintexas.gov/cdc for more information about the Community Development Commission. Purpose: The purpose of the board is to advise the Council in the development and implementation of programs designed to serve the poor and the community at large with an emphasis on federally funded programs. 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 DISCUSSION ITEMS 1. Approve the January 14, 2025, Community Development Commission meeting minutes. 2. Presentation regarding the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) activities and outcomes (Angel Zambrano, Manager, Neighborhood Services Unit, Austin Public Health). 3. Discussion on the voting process for Private Sector Appointees and Public Sector Appointee for the Community Development Commission (Angel Zambrano, Manager, Neighborhood Services Unit, Austin Public Health, and Nefertiti Jackmon, Community Displacement Prevention Officer, Housing Department). 4. Presentation on Austin Water’s 100-year Water Forward 2024 plan and the Watershed Protection Department’s Rain to River Plan including community engagement efforts (Marisa Flores Gonzalez, Water Resources Team Supervisor, Austin Water and Erin Wood, Planning Team Manager, Watershed Protection Department). 5. Presentation from Planning Department on updates regarding Equity Overlay Plan and consultants (Alan Pani, Planner …