Large Water User Overview Water and Wastewater Commission Austin Water | May 20, 2026 Current Water Supplies Austin’s Water Supplies Supply: 325,000 Acre Feet Per Year Centralized Reclaimed System State-granted water rights to the Colorado River and a contract with the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) for Highland Lakes stored water Total supplies of up to 325,000 acre- feet per year LCRA reservation and use fees pre- paid in 1999 Additional use payments trigger when average for two consecutive years exceeds 201,000 AFY 3 3 Service Area and Requirement to Provide Service City of Austin Jurisdictions Austin Water Service Area AW's Service Area is the Council-adopted water and wastewater impact fee service area Approved/amended by Council at 5-year cadence Service outside the Service Area is prohibited, unless authorized by Ordinance Water & Wastewater impact fees are assessed within the Service Area 5 City of Austin Jurisdictions Austin Water Service Area Jurisdictions within the Service Area City's full-purpose jurisdiction Limited-purpose jurisdiction Extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) Unincorporated parts of the county (Travis, Williamson, Hays & Bastrop) 6 Austin Water Service Area Wholesale Customers deliver retail service within their designated service area and rely on the City for water and wastewater treatment 5 Surrounding Cities 5 Municipal Utility Districts 2 Water Control and Improvement Districts 5 Other Water Utilities and Water Supply Corporations 7 Austin Water and other Providers CCNs Certificates of Convenience & Necessity (CCN) within the Service Area City of Austin Water CCNs City of Austin Wastewater CCNs Administered by the Public Utility Commission of Texas Grants City the exclusive right to provide retail water or wastewater service Legal obligation to provide "continuous and adequate service" within a geographic area 8 Utility Planning, Development Process and Water Benchmarking Utility Planning Process Overview Water Forward, Integrated Water Resource Plan Planning for a reliable water supply for the next 100 years Long Range Infrastructure Plans Capital Improvement Program Planning Planning for water, wastewater, and reclaimed infrastructure for the next 50 years Infrastructure and investment decisions for the next five and ten years 10 Development Process Overview Service Extension Request Land Development Review • Subdivision Plan Review • Site Plan Review • Water Benchmarking Application Building Review • Building Permit • Construction Inspections Evaluation of suitable and sufficient service for customers seeking to connect to AW systems …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION OPERATIONS COMMITTEE Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 11 a.m. Permitting and Development Center, Room 1203 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the committee may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Cara Bertron at (512) 974-1446 or cara.bertron@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS Judah Rice, Chair Jeffrey Acton AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order or, for remote participation, no later than noon the day before the meeting, will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Operations Committee regular meeting on April 30, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Potential projects to inform Operations Committee workplan. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Discussion and possible action on Historic Sign Standards. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Cara Bertron at Austin Planning at (512) 974-1446 or cara.bertron@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Operations Committee, please contact Cara Bertron at (512) 974-1446 or cara.bertron@austintexas.gov.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION OPERATIONS COMMITTEE Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 11 a.m. Permitting and Development Center, Room 1203 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the committee may be participating by videoconference. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS _X_ Judah Rice, Chair _X_ Jeffrey Acton _X_ Trey McWhorter DRAFT MEETING MINUTES CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL No public communication. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Operations Committee regular meeting on March 18, 2026. MOTION: Approve the minutes from March 18, 2026 on a motion by Commissioner Acton, Commissioner Rice seconding. Vote: 2-0. Commissioner McWhorter off the dais. Commissioner McWhorter left the meeting. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Operations Committee workplan. • No updates on this item. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Discussion and possible action on eligible expenses for the historic district tax abatement. • Commissioners added hazardous materials abatement and permanent air quality improvement measure to the list of eligible work, in addition to work to improve accessibility. • MOTION: Recommend the modified list of eligible expenses for the historic district tax abatement to the full Commission for adoption on a motion by Commissioner Acton, Commissioner Rice seconding. Vote: 2-0. 4. Discussion and possible action on Historic Sign Standards. • Commissioners discussed focusing standards on the pedestrian-scale streetscape. • Commissioners discussed the need to better understand internal sign review processes and fees. • Commissioners discussed adding sign review to the Historic Review application and clarifying on the Development Services sign application that sign removal requires historic review. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT: 12:18 p.m. The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Cara Bertron at Austin Planning at (512) 974-1446 or cara.bertron@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Operations Committee, please contact Cara Bertron at (512) 974-1446 or cara.bertron@austintexas.gov.
GUIDELINES FOR SIGNS IN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICTS OR AT A CITY HISTORIC LANDMARKHISTORIC SIGN STANDARDS These standards apply to City of Austin historic landmarks, local historic districts, and National Register districts. The Historic Landmark Commission and City Historic Preservation Office consider the following guidelines these standards in reviewing new sign applications for signage and changes to existing signage, per City of Austin Land Development Code § 25- 10-81. Purpose These standards explain requirements for new signage and preservation and maintenance of existing signage. They apply to all types of exterior signage. All signs must comply with applicable standards in the Land Development Code. Historic Preservation Office staff may refer any sign application to the Historic Landmark Commission. What Is a Sign? The Land Development Code § 25-10-4 (18) defines a sign as “a display surface, structure, light device, banner, plaque, poster, billboard, pennant, figure, painting, drawing, flag, or other thing, whether mounted on land, air, or water, that is designed, intended, or used to display or draw attention to a communicative visual or graphic image, whether or not the image includes lettering, and that is visible from any portion of the public right-of-way open to vehicular or pedestrian traffic. A sign includes both on- and off-premise signs, including billboards, and any moving part, lighting, sound equipment, framework, background material, structural support, or other part thereof.” STANDARDS FOR NEW SIGNS Number of Signs: The Commission Each building is allowspermitted one sign per building, unless the building has multiple tenants;. iIn thise case of ultiple tenants, the Commission may allow one sign per façade module is permitted, provided thatif the façade modules correspond to tenant spaces. The Commission may also allow oOne sign for each street frontage is permitted if the building is at an intersectionlocated at a street corner or faces multiple street frontages. A single directory sign is appropriate for a larger buildings with multiple tenantsthe size of the directory sign not exceeding these requirements. Sign Types: The Commission may allow window signs, awning signs, projecting signs, and flush mounted signs for most commercial buildings. Freestanding signs are allowed for office and retail uses in historic residential buildings. City codes prohibit the Commission from approving the following sign types: (1) rotating, (2) off-premise, (3) roof signs, (4) portable, or (5) signs which flash or blink at intervals. City code also prohibits handbills, posters, or placards on a structure except …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, MAY 20, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1405 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Environmental 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 Nicole Corona, 737-291-3084, Nicole.Corona@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Mariana Krueger, Chair Jennifer Bristol, Vice Chair Haris Qureshi, Secretary Richard Brimer Isabella Changsut Annie Fierro AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Justin Fleury Martin Luecke Allison Morrison David Sullivan The first ten speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Environmental Commission Regular Meeting on May 6, 2026. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Discussion and action to approve a recommendation regarding potential environmental impacts of the MoPac South Project, as presented to the Environmental Commission on May 6, 2026. 3. 4. 5. Discussion and action to approve a recommendation to Council regarding the Barton Springs Road Bridge Project, as presented to the Environmental Commission on May 6, 2026. Discussion and action to approve a recommendation to Council to purchase property located at 6202 and 6204 Caddie Street, 1600, 1604, 1606, 1608, 1610, 1612, and 1614 Montopolis Drive, and 6205, 6211, and 6215 Fairway Street. Presented by Susana Almanza, Poder. Sponsors: Vice Chair Bristol and Secretary Qureshi. Discussion and action to approve a recommendation to Council regarding implementation of efficient, local, natural gas-powered peaker generation units as part of Austin Energy’s Resource, Generation, and Climate Protection Plan to 2035. Sponsors: Vice Chair Bristol and Secretary Qureshi. COMMITTEE UPDATES 6. Update from the Urban Forestry Committee regarding the meeting on May 13, 2026. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS City Code requires at least two board members sponsor an item to be included on an agenda. This section of the agenda provides members an opportunity to request items for future agendas. Staff should assume that if there is no objection from other members expressed …
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MINUTES REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, MAY 6, 2026 The Environmental Commission convened in a regular meeting on May 6, 2026, at the Permitting and Development Center, Room 1405, located at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive in Austin, Texas. Chair Kruger called the Environmental Commission Meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Mariana Krueger, Chair Haris Qureshi, Secretary Richard Brimer Isabella Changsut Justin Fleury Martin Luecke Allison Morrison David Sullivan Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Jennifer Bristol, Vice Chair Mar Moretta-Urdiales PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Environmental Commission Regular Meeting on April 15, 2026. The minutes from the Environmental Commission Regular Meeting on April 15, 2026, were approved on Commissioner Sullivan’s motion, Commissioner Brimer’s second, on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Changsut and Moretta-Urdiales were off the dais. Commissioner Fierro was absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding the Barton Springs Road Bridge Project. Presented by Eric Bailey, Deputy Director, Austin Capital Delivery Services. The presentation was made by Eric Bailey, Deputy Director, Austin Capital Delivery Services. 1 The meeting was recessed from 8:09 p.m. until 8:18 p.m. without objection. PUBLIC HEARINGS 3. Name: SoLa Mixed Use, SP-2024-0397C Applicant: Hannah Riemer, P.E., LJA Engineering, Inc. Location: 2700 and 2800 South Lamar Boulevard Council District: 5 Staff: David Michael, Environmental Review Specialist, Austin Development Services, 512-974- 2263, David.Michael@austintexas.gov Applicant Request: Redevelopment Exception in the Barton Springs Zone, per City Code 25-8- 26 Staff Recommendation: Recommended The public hearing was conducted and a motion to close the public hearing was approved on Commissioner Brimer’s motion, Commissioner Sullivan’s second, on a 10-0 vote. Commissioner Fierro was absent. The motion to recommend the project SoLa Mixed Use, SP-2024-0397C, located at 2700 and 2800 South Lamar Boulevard, to Council with conditions was approved on Secretary Qureshi’s motion, Commissioner Brimer’s second, with the following amendment, on a 10- 0 vote. Commissioner Fierro was absent. The conditions were to: • Augment community benefit and promote alignment with the City’s Comprehensive Vision Plan and the Comprehensive Austin-Travis County Food Plan: • Increase affordable housing units to 25% of all units from 30 - 60% Median Family Income (MFI) • Utilize bird-friendly building design • • Incorporate a community garden on the ground or rooftop level Incorporate dense, native plantings throughout the property, and utilize no- mow and no leaf-blowing principles year-round The amendment was made by Commissioner Fleury, seconded by …
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Environmental Commission Recommendation 20260520-003: Barton Springs Road Bridge Project WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission was given a briefing by Austin Capital Delivery Services on May 6, 2026, regarding the update for the Barton Springs Road Project; and WHEREAS, the bridge is noncompliant with current ADA standards; and WHEREAS, the Zilker Park area was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1997 as the Zilker Park Historic District with the existing historic bridge as a contributing feature to the Historic District; and WHEREAS, the citizens of Austin approved a Bond package in 2020, funding $11.1 million for the Barton Springs Road Bridge over Barton Creek; and, WHEREAS, the Austin City Council voted on May 2, 2024, to authorize a professional services contract for engineering services for the design of Barton Springs Road Bridge over Barton Creek in the amount of $9 million; and, WHEREAS, Austin Capital Delivery Services presented to the Environmental Commission on May 6, 2026, the preliminary plan for the new Barton Springs Road Bridge over Barton Creek; and, WHEREAS, the Historic Land Commission, on May 6, 2024, voted to request Council reconsider its decision to demolish the existing Barton Creek Bridge; and, WHEREAS, the Section 106 document supplied by Capital delivery services states, “Removal and replacement of the existing bridge would have as significant an impact on Zilker Park…and the larger mass and scale of the bridge and new design elements would not be complementary to the historic district’s existing physical aesthetics and would impact the historic district’s integrity of design, setting materials, workmanship, feeling, and association. As such, it is recommended that the bridge replacement option would have an adverse effect on the NRHP-listed Zilker Park Historic District.” WHEREAS, the carbon dioxide (CO2) impact of replacing the current bridge is twice the impact of repairing the existing Bridge; and, WHEREAS, construction of the new Bridge may require up to seven acres of Zilker Park to be “taken” for the purposes of constructing the new Bridge; and, WHEREAS, the Bridge is currently rated as a “6” and is “satisfactory” with “minor to moderate deterioration, such as cracks, rust or spalling, which may benefit from maintenance”; and, WHEREAS, the Bridge deck is in need of replacement, and subsequently, some of the spandrel . beams may need to be replaced, and other critical repairs made for the purposes of safety and utility; and, WHEREAS, the …
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission acts in an advisory capacity on all projects and programs that affect the quality of life for the citizens of Austin, and to make recommendations for standards and recommend and initiate specific studies; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission reviews and analyzes the policies relating to the environmental quality of the City; and WHEREAS, community-based organizations, People Organized in Defense of Earth and her Resources (PODER), have brought forward a recommendation to Austin City Council to purchase the properties at Montopolis and Fairway to secure them for future low-income single-family housing; and WHEREAS, in 2001, the Austin City Council adopted the Montopolis Neighborhood Plan, which called for sustaining its single-family zoning in the heart of Montopolis; and WHEREAS, the 2018 report, “Uprooted: Residential Displacement in Austin’s Gentrifying Neighborhood and What Can be Done About It,” commissioned by the Austin City Council and completed by University of Texas experts recommended that the city make strategic, anti- displacement investments in Montopolis to protect it from further gentrification; and WHEREAS, for years, the Montopolis Neighborhood Plan Contact Team, along with other supporters, have been fighting to sustain its single-family zoning; and WHEREAS, Montopolis already has the highest concentration of multifamily, commercial, and industrial zoning of any planning area in the city, and building under these zoning categories have been constructed at the permitted restriction of 80% impervious coverage, worsening the urban heat island effect, erosion of the Colorado River, and flooding without natural drainage from green spaces that once made Montopolis the most undeveloped neighborhood in East Austin; and WHEREAS, the 1.9 acres, known as the Montopolis-Fairway Zoning case, is currently zoned for single-family housing and includes properties at 6202, 6204 Caddie Street; 6205, 6211, 6215 Fairway Street; 1600, 1604, 1606, 1608, 1612, and 1614 Montopolis Drive; and WHEREAS, while the zoning request from the developer to change the zoning from single-family to vertical mixed-use was denied, the property remains vulnerable to future gentrifying developments; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Environmental Commission recommends that the City of Austin purchase the property included in the Montopolis-Fairway zoning case to build low- income single-family housing and protect the neighborhood from future gentrification.
People Organized in Defense of Earth and her Resources TO: Mariana Krueger, Chair, and Environmental Commission Members FROM: Susana Almanza, Director DATE: May 13, 2026 Subject: Adoption or Resolution for City of Austin to Acquire Montopolis-Fairway Properties For years, the Montopolis Neighborhood Plan Contact Team, along with other supporters, has been fighting to sustain its single-family zoning. The 1.9 acres, known as the Montopolis-Fairway Zoning case, includes properties at 6202, 6204 Caddie Street; 6205, 6211, 6215 Fairway Street; 1600, 1604, 1606, 1608, 1612, and 1614 Montopolis Drive, which have been under constant threat from profit-seeking real- estate developers with little to no regard for the Montopolis community’s fragile natural and cultural environment, or its iconic history. Our green spaces, like our single-family zoning, are precious and limited. Help us to protect our families and our community by purchasing properties located in the Montopolis-Fairway zoning case. Montopolis already has the highest concentration of multi-family, commercial, and industrial zoning of any planning area in the city, and buildings under these zoning categories have been constructed at the permitted restriction of 80% impervious coverage, worsening the urban heat island effect, erosion of the Colorado River, and flooding without natural drainage from green spaces that once made Montopolis the most undeveloped neighborhood in East Austin. PODER request that the Environmental Commission support our Resolution to have the Austin City Council to purchase the Montopolis-Fairway Properties. PODER P.O. Box 17294 Austin, TX 78744 512-770-7896 email: poder.austin@gmail.com
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Environmental Commission Recommendation 20260520-005: Austin Energy Gas Peakers and Alternatives WHEREAS, it is the Environmental Commission’s responsibility to advise “on projects and programs which affect quality of life for the citizens of Austin”; and WHEREAS, the greenhouse gas emissions reduction goal established by the Austin City Council in the Climate Equity Plan is to achieve “net-zero community-wide greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, utilizing a steep decline path followed by negative emissions,” which translates to approximately 75% reduction in emissions by 2030; and WHEREAS, meeting the greenhouse gas reduction goals adopted by the Austin City Council in the Climate Equity Plan isn’t possible without significant emissions reductions by Austin Energy in the near, medium, and long-term; and WHEREAS, any increase in greenhouse gas emissions does not align with the Climate Equity Plan or the greenhouse gas reduction goals adopted by the Austin City Council; and WHEREAS, reducing and eliminating local air pollution, especially in and near historically and currently marginalized and lower-income parts of the community, is an important equity and community health priority reflected in the Climate Equity Plan; and WHEREAS, methane - the primary component of natural gas - has 86 times the global warming potential as carbon dioxide when emitted directly into the atmosphere, which is a well- documented problem, and natural gas also releases carbon dioxide emissions when combusted; and WHEREAS, the Austin Energy Resource, Generation and Climate Protection Plan includes a commitment to “incorporating community input, prior to bringing a [natural gas peaker] project forward for approval”, and WHEREAS, the Austin Energy Resource, Generation and Climate Protection Plan states, “should Austin Energy seek Council approval for any peaker units, we will show any analysis performed demonstrating why a carbon-free alternative was not available and how the requested action will impact the utility’s ability to reach the goal of 100% carbon-free by 2035”, and . WHEREAS, the Austin City Charter states that all purchases greater than $5,000 must be let through a competitive bidding process, and WHEREAS, Texas state law requires municipalities to use competitive purchasing for purchases over $50,000, and WHEREAS, Austin Energy is requesting authorization to develop and execute a contract to purchase 400 megawatts of gas-burning peaker power generation without issuing a request for proposals or bids and without revealing to the public the cost, with whom the contract would be with, where the peakers would be located, how the …
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Environmental Commission Recommendation 20260520-002: Mopac South Expansion WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission was given a presentation on May 6, 2026, regarding the MoPac South Expansion; and WHEREAS, the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) proposes adding two new toll lanes in each direction, a total of 4 new lanes, from Cesar Chavez Street to Slaughter Lane; and WHEREAS, CTRMA has expanded the project, proposing to add between one and three new auxiliary and free lanes in each direction along the eight-mile route; WHEREAS, the proposed bridge over Lady Bird Lake, Zilker Park, and Austin High School would be expanded from 8 lanes to 13 lanes; and WHEREAS, the Austin City Council has passed Resolution 20241212-066 expressing concern about the environmental impact of the MoPac South expansion, lack of consideration of viable alternatives, and integration with existing public transportation; and WHEREAS, the Austin City Council passed Resolution 20190808-078 declaring a Climate Emergency on August 8, 2019, declaring greenhouse gas emissions from transportation a leading cause of climate change; and WHEREAS, the Austin City Council passed Resolution 20260423-064 expressing concern that the CTRMA Draft Environmental Assessment for the MoPac South Expansion is incorrect in its assertion that the Mopac South Expansion, “is likely to have no significant environmental effects on air and water quality, endangered species, caves and karst features, public parkland and community spaces, and vulnerable school-aged communities”; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin Urban Transportation Commission Recommendation 20260203-006 recommends that the CTRMA produce a complete Environmental Impact Study with a thorough study of alternatives before moving forward with the project; and WHEREAS, Hays County, over the objection of the Travis County Commissioners Court and with a contractor led by the former CTRMA Executive Director, is simultaneously moving forward with studies and planning aimed at connecting State Highway 45 Southwest to Interstate 35 (I-35), with roughly half of this project located in Travis County; and WHEREAS, if these two projects are both completed, MoPac would be converted from a local commuter highway into an alternative freeway, inviting large amounts of . interregional and interstate traffic, including truck traffic, onto MoPac, with harm to the environment, neighbors, and local commuters from Travis County, northern Hays County, and Williamson County; and WHEREAS, both construction and operation of the project would do direct harm to Lady Bird Lake parkland, Austin High School, Lady Bird Lake, Zilker Park, Barton Springs, the Barton …
Testimony provided 05/20,2026 to the Environmental Commission related to Barton Springs Road Bridge Project Hello and thank you for all of your countless hours of work on this commission. I realize that it can be a thankless job at times. My name is Katerina Dittemore. I have 30 yrs experience in grant writing, grant administration and environmental. I am here tonight to discuss the Historic Sec 106 Report which I am handing out now. PLEASE ACCEPT THE 2 HANDOUTS AS PART OF THE RECORD. THIS IS MY ATTEMPT TO FILL IN SOME OF THE INFORMATION GAP THAT IS SURROUNDING THIS PROJECT. It was prepared JAN 2023 by Ama Terra, most likely as part of the Bridge Infrastructure Fund Grant application for the BSpRd Bridge. I do not have access to the Attachments A, B or C. Please note Page 1 and Page 11- the proposed action would result in a change in setting, design, mlts, workmanship and feeling of the Zilker Park Historic District …having an adverse effect on historic properties. Historic is considered a part of the environmental it is in your wheelhouse. The same conclusion is reached on page 11 with regards to rehab. Now the definition of rehab, that is your 2nd packet. This is the conceptual design as presented by City staff to the Historic Commission. The reason I bring up the definition of rehab is because the bridge does need to be addressed, but not in the way as conceived in the packet. In order to reduce confusion, I am recommending that we approach the design as a retrofit/rehab. I also recommend hiring a Preservation Civil Engineer with heavy experience in historic structures. I want to bring your attention to the following: 1. Original intention/ purpose of the bridge In 1926 the bridge was constructed to provide safe crossing for vehicular traffic across a flood prone Barton Springs AND to serve as a gateway to Zilker Park. To connect the public to recreation. 2. Road Classification of Barton Springs Road- it is a MINOR ARTERIAL AND SCENIC ROADWAY. That means it is to provide LOCAL access. The Scenic classification requires additional site plan/ design considerations. THIS CLASSIFICATION says nothing about ACL / 3C 18 wheeler trucks bringing in equipment or about connecting to a major thoroughfare such as MoPac. 3. Current NEPA- In my opinion, the NEPA should be stopped until the new design is …
20260520-003, Barton Springs Road Bridge Project Public Comment Chair Krueger, Vice Chair Bristol, Commissioners, thank you for the opportunity to speak. My name is Barbara LaFollette, President of the Barton Hills Neighborhood Association, and I’m here to ask you to oppose demolition and full replacement of the Barton Springs Road Bridge, and instead urge the City to pursue a lower-impact rehabilitation and roadway “diet” alternative. First, the environmental footprint of full replacement is enormous and has not been fully presented to this Commission. Demolishing a nearly century-old bridge in the middle of Barton Creek’s floodplain will require heavy construction in and adjacent to the channel, deep foundations, dewatering, and staging areas that will permanently convert parkland and temporarily clear even more acreage during construction. Staff materials and past briefings acknowledge parkland takings and substantial construction easements, but this Commission has not been given a current, comprehensive environmental impact summary. Proceeding toward demolition without that information before the Environmental Commission is exactly backward. Second, the bridge is located within the Zilker Park Historic District, and the federal Section 106 process has already concluded that the proposed project would adversely affect historic resources. The City’s own historic consultants found that replacement would damage the setting, design, materials, workmanship, and feeling of Zilker Park’s historic entrance, which is part of the “human environment” your body is charged to consider. In plain terms, we are talking about tearing out a contributing historic structure at the front door of Austin’s most iconic park and replacing it with a much wider, more intrusive modern bridge. Third, scale matters. Commissioners have already raised concerns that the proposed bridge cross-section almost doubles the width—from roughly 60 feet today to on the order of 100 feet or more—despite Barton Springs Road already operating as a single lane in each direction for safety. A much wider deck, longer construction duration, and larger footprint directly translate to more shade changes, more concrete over Barton Creek, more habitat disturbance, and more permanent encroachment into parkland, all to push additional vehicle capacity into a constrained, two-lane roadway on either side. That is not a context-sensitive solution in a sensitive riparian corridor. Fourth, the record shows that rehabilitation is feasible and that cost differences between rehabilitation and replacement are small. Commissioners have noted that engineering estimates characterize the cost difference as negligible, while life-cycle expectations are on the order of 50 years for rehabilitation …
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Environmental Commission Recommendation 20260520-002: MoPac South Expansion WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission was given a presentation regarding the MoPac South Expansion on May 6, 2026; and WHEREAS, the Austin City Council passed Resolution 20241212-066 expressing concern about the environmental impact of the MoPac South expansion, lack of consideration of viable alternatives, and integration with existing public transportation; and WHEREAS, the Austin City Council passed Resolution 20190808-078 declaring a Climate Emergency on August 8, 2019, declaring greenhouse gas emissions from transportation a leading cause of climate change; and WHEREAS, the Austin City Council passed Resolution 20260423-064 expressing concern that the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) Draft Environmental Assessment for the MoPac South Expansion is incorrect in its assertion that the MoPac expansion, “is likely to have no significant environmental effects on air and water quality, endangered species, caves and karst features, public parkland and community spaces, and vulnerable school-aged communities”; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin Urban Transportation Commission Recommendation 20260203-006 recommends the CTRMA produce a complete Environmental Impact Study with a thorough study of alternatives before moving forward with the project; and WHEREAS, Hays County, over the objection of the Travis County Commissioners Court and with a contractor led by the former CTRMA Executive Director, is simultaneously moving forward with studies and planning aimed at connecting State Highway 45 Southwest to I-35, with roughly half of this project located in Travis County; and WHEREAS, if these two projects are both completed, MoPac would be converted from a local commuter highway into an alternative freeway, inviting large amounts of interregional and interstate traffic, including truck traffic, onto MoPac, with harm to the environment, neighbors, and local commuters from Travis County, northern Hays County, and Williamson County; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin Urban Transportation Commission Recommended (202504-003) that the MoPac South Extension be removed from the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO) 2050 Regional Transportation Plan; and . WHEREAS, both construction and operation of the project would do direct harm to Lady Bird Lake parkland, Austin High School, Lady Bird Lake, Zilker Park, Barton Springs, the Barton Creek Greenbelt, Barton Creek, Gaines Creek, Williamson Creek, the Barton Springs Edwards Aquifer recharge zone, and other parkland and neighborhoods along the project route; and WHEREAS, the expansion will cause harm to natural wildlife such as the Barton Springs salamanders as well as local cave ecosystems; and WHEREAS, the expansion …
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Environmental Commission Recommendation 20260520-003: Barton Springs Road Bridge Project WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission was given a briefing regarding the update for the Barton Springs Road; and, WHEREAS, the bridge is noncompliant with current ADA standards; and, WHEREAS, the Bridge deck is in need of replacement, and subsequently some of the spandrel beams may need to be replaced and other critical repairs made for the purposes of safety and utility; and, WHEREAS, the Zilker Park area was added to the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) in 1997 as the Zilker Park Historic District with the existing historic bridge as a contributing feature to the Historic District; and, WHEREAS, the citizens of Austin approved a Bond package in 2020, funding $11.1 million for the Barton Springs Road Bridge over Barton Creek; and, WHEREAS, the Austin City Council voted on May 2, 2024, to authorize a professional services contract for engineering services for the design of Barton Springs Road Bridge over Barton Creek in the amount of $9.0 million; and, WHEREAS, Austin Capital Delivery Services presented to the Environmental Commission on May 6, 2026, the preliminary plan for the new Barton Springs Road over Barton Creek; and, WHEREAS, the Historic Land Commission, on May 6, 2024, voted to request Council reconsider its decision to demolish the existing Barton Creek Bridge; and, WHEREAS, the Section 106 document supplied by Capital Delivery Services states, “Removal and replacement of the existing bridge would have as significant an impact on Zilker Park…and the larger mass and scale of the bridge and new design elements would not be complementary to the historic district’s existing physical aesthetics and would impact the historic district’s integrity of design, setting materials, workmanship, feeling, and association. As such, it is recommended that the bridge replacement option would have an adverse effect on the NRHP-listed Zilker Park Historic District.”; and, WHEREAS, the carbon dioxide (CO2) impact of replacing the current bridge is twice the impact of repairing the existing Bridge; and, . WHEREAS, construction of the new Bridge may require up to seven acres of Zilker Park to be “taken” for the purposes of constructing the new Bridge; and, WHEREAS, the Bridge is currently rated as a “6” and is “satisfactory” with “minor to moderate deterioration, such as cracks, rust or spalling, which may benefit from maintenance”; and, WHEREAS, the City must legally show that there is “no feasible …
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Environmental Commission Recommendation 20260520-004: City Land Acquisition for Montopolis-Fairway Properties WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission was given a presentation regarding the Austin City Council proposed purchase of property located at 6202 and 6204 Caddie Street, 1600, 1604, 1606, 1608, 1610, 1612, and 1614 Montopolis Drive, and 6205, 6211, and 6215 Fairway Street; and, WHEREAS, the Montopolis area has a high concentration of multi-family, commercial, and industrial zoning; and, WHEREAS, buildings under these zoning categories have been constructed at the permitted restriction of 80% impervious coverage, worsening the urban heat island effect, erosion of the Colorado River, and flooding without natural drainage from green spaces that once had Montopolis as one of the most undeveloped neighborhoods in East Austin. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT NOW RESOLVED, that the Environmental Commission supports the Austin City Council purchasing the Montopolis-Fairway Properties to responsibly develop community-focused and environmentally friendly affordable housing and green space in the area to benefit the Montopolis community and Southeast Austin. Date of Approval: May 20, 2026 Motioned By: Secretary Qureshi Seconded By: Commissioner Sullivan Vote: For: 8-0 Chair Krueger, Secretary Qureshi, Commissioners Brimer, Changsut, Fierro, Fleury, Morrison, and Sullivan Against: None Abstain: None Off the dais: None Absent: Vice Chair Bristol and Commissioner Luecke Attest: _____________________________________________ Mariana Krueger, Chair
REGULAR CALLED MEETING OF THE ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, MAY 20, 2026, 6:30 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM, #1101 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Economic Prosperity 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 Chelsea Pfeifer at chelsea.pfeifer@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2498. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Commissioner Appointment Nicole Tomaszewski Ofelia Zapata District 1 District 2 Commissioner Zain Pleuthner VACANT Appointment District 7 District 8 Raquel Valdez Sanchez District 3 Aaron Gonzales (Chair) District 9 Michael Nahas Kevin Roberts Shakeel Rashed CALL TO ORDER District 4 District 5 District 6 Aditi Joshi District 10 Jake Randall (Vice Chair) Mayor PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Economic Prosperity Commission regular meeting on April 15, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation regarding the outcomes from a recent economic mobility study and the impact on quality of life for students served by Communities In Schools. Presentation by Sharon Vigil, Chief Executive Officer, Communities In Schools of Central Texas, Jacob Reach, Chief Operations Officer, Communities In Schools of Central Texas. Presentation on an Economic Snapshot of Central Texas by Chair Gonzales. Discussion of possible recommendation regarding Economic infrastructure. Discussion of Impact Assessment Framework and its application to possible AI policy recommendation. Impact of needed 3. 4. 5. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Chelsea Pfeifer at the Austin City Clerk’s Office, at 512-974-2498 or chelsea.pfeifer@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Economic Prosperity Commission please …
ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15, 2026 The Economic Prosperity Commission convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions room #1101, 301 west 2nd street. Chair Gonzales called the Economic Prosperity Commission Meeting to order at 6:35 P.M. Commissioners in Attendance: Aaron Gonzales, Chair Raquel Valdez Sanchez, Vice Chair Michael Nahas Zain Pleuthner Jacob Randall Kevin Roberts Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Aditi Joshi Nicole Tomaszewski Ofelia Zapata Shakeel Rashed PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Economic Prosperity Commission regular meeting on February 25, 2026 and the Special Called meeting on March 16, 2026. The minutes from the Economic Prosperity Commission regular meeting on February 25, 2026 were approved on Commissioner Pleuthner’s motion, Vice Chair Valdez Sanchez’s second on a 8-0 vote. Commissioners Rashed and Zapata were off the dais. The minutes from the Economic Prosperity Commission special called meeting on March 16, 2026 were approved on Commissioner Pleuthner’s motion, Commissioner Nahas’ second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Rashed and Zapata were off the dais. ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15, 2026 DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. Approve a revised version of Recommendation 20251119-010: Pensions and OPEB Benefits based on additional information received from stakeholders. The following amendment was made by Commissioner Nahas: The amendment was to insert the following paragraph as [11.] after [10.], as an additional paragraph at the end of the recommendation. To avoid similar problems in the future, the residents of Austin should be informed when the City is losing money and taxes will have to be increased in the future to pay it back. The amount per ratepayer should be included in the City Budget’s “Taxpayer Impact Statement” page. One potential way to calculate that the City is losing money is the change “total governmental activities net position” for the most recent year, but the City should explore better ways to calculate it. The amendment was withdrawn by Commissioner Nahas. The following amendment was made by Commissioner Nahas and seconded by Commissioner Pleuthner. The amendment was to insert the following paragraph as [11.] after [10.], as an additional paragraph at the end of the recommendation. “Once each decade, the City of Austin should adjust pension retirement ages for new employees. Medicine keeps making advances and life spans get longer. This predictably increases the cost of …
CIS in Austin Services and Outcomes Economic Prosperity Commission May 20, 2026 Integrated Student Support (ISS) Model Tier 3: Individualized Support • Working one-on-one with students • Intensive mental health supports • Providing basic needs • Home visits Tier 2: Targeted Programs • College campus tours • Self-esteem groups • Leadership groups • Friendship skill development Tier 1: Schoolwide Services • Attendance challenge • Red Ribbon Week • Kindness Week • Career Fairs • Basic Needs 2 Menu of Case Management Services Enrichment: Mental & Behavioral Health: • Behavior Intervention, Skill Building Activities, Conflict Resolution, Crisis Intervention • Mentoring • Professional Mental Health Services • Safety Intervention Student /Teacher Conferences • Field Trips Summer Camps and activities • • Creative Arts/ Recreation activities • Before and after school activities • School Climate activities Case Management/ Academics & Attendance: Goal Setting & Monitoring: • Individual goal setting for academic, attendance, and behavior needs • Goal-related intervention planning with student; monitoring check-ins • Case consultation, staffing, service coordination 3 • Tutoring and Homework Assistance Student / Teacher Conferences • • Attendance Interventions • Language Acquisition Support (Emergent Bilingual) Parent/ Family Engagement: • Home visits • Parent Conferences • Family referrals to community resources • Care Coordination & ASPIRE multi-generational learning programs Health & Human Services: • Basic Needs Assistance: (food, clothing, household, rental assistance, utilities) • Transportation assistance • Independent Living Skills Development • Agency Referrals CIS in Austin: 2025-26 Students and Services 72 Schools served 40,100 Students receive school-wide supports 6,525 Students receive intensive case management $433,000 Direct assistance to students & families 94% Qualify for Free or Reduced Lunch 21% Emergent Bilingual (English Language Learners) 17% Experience Family Conflict or Crisis 16% Special Education Program 5% Experiencing Homelessness 3% Have an incarcerated parent/guardian 94% of student body receiving school- wide supports 4 2024-25 Total Unique Services Provided: 188,173 ➢ 61,657 Behavior/mental health supports ➢ 70,923 Individual case management check-ins ➢ 20,931 Basic Needs Assistance ➢ 5,012 Tutoring/ Homework Assistance Sessions ➢ 3,023 Attendance Interventions ➢ 14,277 Parent/Family Engagement Activities 93,981 5 1,438 Intensive Home Visits 2024-25 Student Outcomes 99.9% 99.3% 90.8% 6 CIS Mental Health and Wellness Unit: Licensed therapists provide up to 12 free counseling sessions for high-need students 93% of students who scored as “moderate” or “severe” on clinical scales of depression and/or anxiety (PHQ9 and GAD7) showed a decrease in symptoms. 96% improved their individual academic, attendance, …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE DOWNTOWN COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, MAY 20, 2026 AT 5:30 P.M AUSTIN CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, ROOM 1001 301 W 2ND ST. AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Downtown 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 Ryan Sperling, 512-974-3568, ryan.sperling@austintexas.gov CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Ed Ishmael, Chair Rebecca Bernhardt Pat Buchta David Carroll Kevin Chen Joe Silva Jennifer Franklin AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Kimberly Levinson, Vice Chair Nathan McDaniel Charles Peveto Sania Shifferd Bat Taniguchi Philip Wiley The first ten speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Downtown Commission regular meeting of April 15, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Update on the Austin Strategic Mobility Plan and progress towards 50/50 Mode Share. Presentation by Cole Kitten, Division Manager, Austin Transportation and Public Works. 3. Update regarding the new convention center. Presentation by Katy Zamesnik, Interim Director, Austin Convention Center. 4. Presentation regarding the Red River Cultural District’s economic impact on the downtown area. Presentation by Nicole Klepadlo, Executive Director, Red River Cultural District. 5. Update regarding Arts Commission activities and concerns related to the Downtown Commission’s scope. 6. Update regarding Public Safety Commission activities and concerns related to the Downtown Commission’s scope. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Ryan Sperling at the Austin City Clerk’s Office, at 512-974-3568 or ryan.sperling@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Downtown Commission, please contact Ryan Sperling, 512-974-3568, ryan.sperling@austintexas.gov
DOWNTOWN COMMISSION MINUTES REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15, 2026 The Downtown Commission convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 301 W 2nd St. in Austin, Texas. Chair Ishmael called the Downtown Commission Meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Ed Ishmael (Chair) Kimberly Levinson (Vice Chair) Pat Buchta David Carroll Liz Coufal Nathan McDaniel Charles Peveto Bat Taniguchi Phillip Wiley Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Rebecca Bernhardt Jennifer Franklin Joe Silva PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Downtown Commission regular meeting of March 11, 2026. The minutes of the March 11, 2026 meeting were approved on Commissioner Peveto’s motion, Commissioner Buchta’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioner Shifferd was absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Briefing regarding updates to the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan. Presentation by Chris Ryerson, Division Manager and Evelyn Mitchell, Planner Principal, Austin Planning. 1 The presentation was made by Chris Ryerson, Division Manager and Evelyn Mitchell, Planner Principal, Austin Planning. 3. Briefing regarding Downtown Density Bonus Phase I Updates. Briefing by Nicholas Smith, Planner Senior and Stevie Greathouse, Capital Program Consultant, Austin Planning. The presentation was made by Stevie Greathouse, Capital Program Consultant, and Nicholas Smith, Planner Senior, Austin Planning. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Presentation providing a general update on progress and plans for the new Austin Convention Center. Presentation by Katy Zamesnik, Interim Director, Austin Convention Center. Withdrawn without objection. 5. Presentation regarding the Red River Cultural District’s economic impact on the downtown area. Presentation by Nicole Klepadlo, Executive Director, Red River Cultural District. Withdrawn without objection. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Approve a recommendation to Council regarding renaming Cesar Chavez Street. There was a motion by Commissioner Wiley, seconded by Commissioner Levinson, to amend the recommendation to strike “and” and insert “the” before “north” in the first WHEREAS. The amendment was approved without objection on an 8-0 vote. Commissioner Shifferd was absent. There was a motion by Commissioner McDaniels, seconded by Vice Chair Levinson, to strike “City” and insert “community” in the second-to-last WHEREAS and insert “in” before “the” in the first WHEREAS. The amendment was approved without objection on an 8-0 vote. Commissioner Shifferd was absent. The recommendation to Council regarding renaming Cesar Chavez Street was approved as amended on Vice Chair Levinson’s motion, Commissioner Coufal’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioner Shifferd was absent. 7. Conduct officer elections for Chair and Vice …
AUSTIN CONVENTION CENTER REDEVELOPMENT Austin is the 13th largest city in the country. But the Austin Convention Center is only the 61st largest. 2 Once the redevelopment is complete, we expect the Austin Convention Center to be around the 35th largest in the country. 3 The redeveloped Austin Convention Center will be larger than: Charlotte Fort Worth Baltimore Nashville Kansas City Pittsburgh Once complete, Austin’s new competitive set will include: San Antonio Boston Seattle Philadelphia Denver Project Overview Rentable Square Footage Total Budget $1.66B Annual Economic Impact $750M+ Construction Schedule April 2025-December 2028 EXISTING CONVENTION CENTER 365,000 SF NEW CONVENTION CENTER 620,000 SF + 140,000 SF in the future Funding HOT*, Convention Center Revenues, PFZ* *HOT: Hotel Occupancy Tax, PFZ: Project Financing Zone Our Partners Construction Schedule 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 3rd St. Electrical 3 R Red Line Station Chilled Water Loop AE Demo We are here Excavation Building Construction Closed April 2025 Open March 2029 PROJECT GOALS Austin City Council Resolution NO. 20210610-096 The City Council seeks to work with the prime architecture firm capable of delivering a world class design befitting a city of Austin’s size and prominence. The Convention Center design shall incorporate the most innovative ideas in programming and placemaking and shall aim to create a civic building that draws and serves Austinites as well as visitors. The City council affirms its intention that the convention Center be, like its companion civic building to the west, the Austin Central Library, a landmark of great distinction, a bustling and vital public gathering place, and a point of pride for the community. Sustainability ACC will be the world’s First Zero Carbon Certified Convention Center powered by 100% renewable energy and built with low-impact materials. Art in Public Places SCALE $17.7M TOTAL INVESTMENT Austin’s largest single investment in public art to date ARCHITECTURAL INTEGRATION 10 artists selected during schematic design of building for architecturally- integrated art Additional AIPP artwork will follow more traditional procurement timeline PRESENTING Outdoor Event + The Warehouse • Enhance Connections and Movements • Flexible Event & Gathering Places • Abundant Shade & Comfort • Reflect History of the Site and Materials • Extension of Warehouse District Scale E H T A G R THE BAC K YAR D FESTIVA L D A N E M O R P TH EWAREHOUS E E DISPLAY DROP- OFF BACKYARD PROMENAD E WAREHOUS E EXHAL L TRINITY …
Red River Cultural District May 2026 Updates Downtown Commission OUR MISSION In an ever-changing ATX, we seek to preserve and grow Red River's creative, business, and music scene. As a community rooted in artists, musicians, performers, music venues, small cultural businesses, the District embodies the soul and heart of Austin. institutions and The Red River Cultural District is acreative community providingauthentic Austin experiences throughdiverse local music, art and food forevery fan and guest. DESTINATION RED RIVER The Cultural District boundaries extend north to south from 15th St to 4th St creating Austin’s “Music Mile” With I-35 as our border to the east and supporting businesses and partners on Trinity, Neches, and 6th St to the west we are home to 50+ businesses. UPDATES RED RIVER ECONOMIC IMPACT RED RIVER ECONOMIC IMPACT CULTURAL DISTRICT STRATEGIC PLAN We embarked on updating our 10 year old strategic plan for release in 2026. Provide 5+ Year Vision & Direction: Serving as a roadmap for decision making, strategic partnerships, financial planning, and policy advocacy. Elevate RRCD: Establish the organization as a trusted leader and steward, strengthening efforts toward a successful and sustainable future. Examine Red River as a Place: Focus on Red River's future as a key destination, community asset, and the heart of Austin's live music scene. Broad Stakeholder Engagement: Gather input from partners, fans, and the wider community to understand aspirations and constraints. CULTURAL DISTRICT PRIORITIES STRATEGIC PLAN Music Industry Investment Preservation and Evolution Built Environment Safety Coordination of eastern side of Downtown Programming and Festivals CULTURAL DISTRICT STRATEGIC PLAN CULTURAL DISTRICT STRATEGIC PLAN CULTURAL DISTRICT STRATEGIC PLAN CULTURAL DISTRICT STRATEGIC PLAN CULTURAL CURRENTS Cultural Currents is a multi-format exhibition and storytelling initiative by the Red River Cultural District that celebrates, preserves, and promotes the neighborhood’s rich musical heritage, cultural traditions, and century-deep history. Rooted in place-based narratives, the project shines a light on the people, venues, and creative energy that have shaped Red River into one of Austin’s most vibrant cultural destinations. CULTURAL CURRENTS Self guided music history walking tour featuring posters that showcase the histories of 15+ landmark venues across the District. CULTURAL CURRENTS Red River Podcast: Stories of Music, Culture and Community with 12 episodes CULTURAL CURRENTS Red River Quarterly Zine Web-based storytelling map, learn the people, places, and stories that shaped Austin’s music scene DISTRICT DIALOGUES A quarterly series that brings together artists, cultural historians, local organizations, companies, and …
Public Safety Commission Austin Public Safety Commission Report Report to Austin Downtown Commission to the Austin Downtown Commission Public Safety Commission Update To the Austin Downtown Commission Photo Credit Larry D. Moore Primary Public Safety Issues for Downtown Austin # 1 Increased Threat of Political/ Hate-motivated violence Primary Public Safety Issues for Downtown Austin #2 Alcohol and drug related safety and health threats, including DWIs, sexual assaults, public intoxication and harassment Photo by Mark Sadowski from Madison, Wisconsin, United States - IMG_9649, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=150180374 Threats to Austin’s Capacity to Address Public Safety Challenges ● Police moral and ongoing recruitment/training challenges at APD. ● Recent threat to sexual assault forensic nursing access. ● Extreme federal funding cuts in family violence and sexual assault services. Additional Public Safety Challenges: Not housing everyone ● Austin’s unhoused population is over 3,200 people and likely to grow with federal funding cuts and Austin budget limitations. ● The unhoused population, although largely victims rather than perpetrators of violence, make visitors and housed residents uneasy and create sanitation and safety issues. Photo Credit Dustin Ground from Austin, TX, USofA - https://www.flickr.com/photos/dground/344731110/ Additional Public Safety Challenges: Vehicle Pedestrian/Cyclist Accidents ● Austin’s Vision Zero program focuses on multiple strategies for reducing vehicle pedestrian/cyclist accidents. Because of the sheer volume of pedestrians downtown, the substantial activity after dark and alcohol consumption, pedestrian deaths downtown occur at least annually. Additional Public Safety Resources Downtown Sobering Center Austin has built and is expanding institutional resources to address the threats posed by consumption of alcohol and drugs. Austin Public Safety Commission ● Quarterly reports from Austin/Travis County EMS, Austin Fire Department and Austin Police Department. ● Monitoring of: ● Austin wildfire preparation ● Emergency management (HSEM) of weather emergencies ● Management of large public events ● The Collective Sex Crimes Response Model, ● Austin Police Department recruitment, training and retention, and ● EMS special projects including opioid overdose response and the Collaborative Care Communications Center (C4). Image by Kevinkuhn - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=13296599 Recommendations ● Address public safety issues with multi-pronged approaches that do not rely on law enforcement alone. ● Support social safety net programs that reduce violence against women and increase the likelihood that individuals prone to mass violence rise to law enforcement’s attention. ● Continue to invest in strategies to mitigate the harms of excessive alcohol and recreational drug consumption, including the expansion of the …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON VETERANS AFFAIRS On Wednesday May 20, 2026 at 7pm City of Austin Permitting & Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr., Room 1401/1402 Austin, TX 78752 Some members of the Commission on Veterans Affairs may be participating by video conference. 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 Jesus Simental at 512-974-7742 or email at jesus.simental@austintexas.gov CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Michael Mcinerney – Chair Jose Reyes – Vice Chair William Dahlstrom Armando Gonzales Bryce Laake-Stanfield Anita Roberts Christopher Wilson Lucas Castillo Fansu Ku Amber Schleuning VACANT – D1 CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION APPROVAL OF MINUTES AGENDA 1. Approve the minutes of the Commission on Veteran Affairs Regular Meeting of Apr 15, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. Discussion on creating partnership with Travis County for veteran resource support. Discussion on what is happening with the Joint Inclusion Committee (JIC) and representation at the JIC from the Commission on Veterans Affairs. Discussion on participation by the Commission on Veterans Affairs at the 2026 Veterans Day Parade. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Please call Jesus Simental at (512) 974-7742 or jesus.simental@austintexas.gov at Equity and Inclusion Department to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Commission on Veterans Affairs, please contact Jesus Simental at 512-974-7742 or jesus.simental@austintexas.gov.
REGULAR CALLED MEETING OF THE BOND OVERSIGHT COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, May 20, 2026, AT 2:00 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, ROOM 1101 301 WEST SECOND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Bond Oversight 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 Nicole Hernandez, 512-974-7644, nicole.hernandez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS OR COMMISSIONERS John McNabb, Chair Zachary Bird JC Dwyer Bob Libal Santiago Rodriguez Austin Wright AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Ramiro Diaz, Vice Chair Charles Curry Stephen Gonzalez Russell Korte Kenneth Standley 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 Bond Oversight Commission Regular meeting on April 20, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Discussion on the 2026 Bond Election Advisory Task Force recent meeting items. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Approve a recommendation to Council for a Spending Plan. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Nicole Hernandez or Delivery nicole.hernandez@austintexas.gov , to request service or for additional information. 512-974-7644 Services, Capital Austin at at For more information on the Bond Oversight Commission, please contact Nicole Hernandez at 512-974-7644 or nicole.hernandez@austintexas.gov.
Whereas, the current backlog of authorized but unissued bonds resulting from delays in bond project completions has postponed voters benefitting from the construction of authorized projects and delayed scheduling a bond election while the need has accumulated as evidenced by the $3.9 B in needed capital projects identified by City staff, and Whereas, for the last several years City departments with approved bond projects have regularly presented the Bond Oversight Commission with estimates showing projects completed on time which proved to be substantially inaccurate, and Whereas, City Council annually approves a five year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) that lays out an estimated spending plan that would result in timely completion of bond projects, and Whereas, the Budget Office has now included quarterly reports on those spending plans in their quarterly City of Austin Financial Report that shows departmental spending falling approximately $247M short of the approved spending plan in FY2025 with eight reporting departments achieving less than 50% of their spending plan, and Whereas such shortfalls continue to contribute to the problematic accumulation of authorized but unissued bonds as well as delaying the benefit of completed bond projects, Now therefore be it resolved, that the Bond Oversight Commission recommends to City Council that the City Manager be required to produce a report outlining those departments whose spending was less than 75% of their estimated spending plan in 2025, what benchmarks in their projected plan they failed to meet and the cause for those delays so that the necessary steps can be implemented to improve performance of planned spending as well as timely project completion, and Be it further resolved, that such report be made available to City Council as they finalize decisions on the next bond election package. Note: Financial Services reported spending 986% of their approved spending plan (approved plan $19M; spent $184M) and was excluded from calculations. Note: There are additional sources of funding for projects in departments receiving public improvement bond funds.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2026, AT 6 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, ROOM 1001 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Zoning and Platting Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live 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 2 p.m. on the day of 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. If you have questions regarding speaker registration, please contact Ella Garcia, Staff Liaison, at LandUseLiaison@austintexas.gov or by phone at 512-978-0821. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Hank Smith, Chair (District 8) Betsy Greenberg, Vice Chair (District 10) Ryan Puzycki, Secretary (District 7) Alejandra Flores, Parliamentarian (District 5) Luis Osta Lugo (Mayor’s Representative) Scott Boone (District 1) David Fouts (District 2) Lonny Stern (District 3) Andrew Cortes (District 4) Christian Tschoepe (District 6) Taylor Major (District 9) Staff Liaison: Ella Garcia, 512-978-0821 Attorney: Jenna Schwartz, 512-978-0871 Page 1 of 5 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first four 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 Zoning and Platting Commission regular meeting on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. Rezoning: C14-2026-0021 - Round Rock ISD Career & Technical Education Center; District 6 9900 Spectrum Drive, Lake Creek Location: Owner/Applicant: Dennis Covington Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Civilitude (Kyle Moore, P.E.) IP-PDA to IP-PDA, to change conditions of zoning Recommended Sherri Sirwaitis, 512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov Austin Planning C14-2026-0023 - 8863 Anderson Mill Road; District 6 8863 Anderson Mill Road, Lake Creek 3. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: Third NHP Holdings, LP (Nelson H. Puett GP) Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Nelson Puett Real Estate (Shawna Sigala) I-RR, GR-CO to GR-CO Recommended Sherri Sirwaitis, 512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov Austin Planning 4. Conditional Use Permit: SPC-2025-0320A - 4109 Marathon Conditional Use Permit; District 10 4109 Marathon Boulevard, Waller Creek Location: Owner/Applicant: Fadana Real Estate LLC (Fuad Fayad) Agent: Request: ATX Permit & Consulting, LLC (Lila Nelson) Conditional Use …
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ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-2026-0021 - Round Rock ISD Career & Technical Education Center - PDA Amendment DISTRICT: 6 ADDRESS: 9900 Spectrum Drive ZONING FROM: IP-PDA * The applicant is requesting to amend the existing planned development area (PDA) overlay to add Public Primary Educational Facilities, Public Secondary Educational Facilities, Administrative Services, and Childcare Services (General) as permitted uses of the property. TO: IP-PDA* SITE AREA: 48.79 acres PROPERTY OWNER: Dennis Covington APPLICANT/AGENT: Civilitude (Kyle Moore, P.E.) CASE MANAGER: Sherri Sirwaitis (512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMEDATION: Staff recommends IP-PDA, Industrial Park-Planned Development Combining District, zoning to change conditions of zoning. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: May 19, 2026 CITY COUNCIL ACTION: ORDINANCE NUMBER: 02 C14-2026-0021 - Round Rock ISD Career & Technical Education Center; District 61 of 11 C14-2026-0021 ISSUES: N/A CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: 2 The property in question is a 48+ acre office development, with two surface parking lots, zoned IP-PDA. There is floodplain (Davis Springs Branch Creek) and a detention pond zoned PUD to the north and a multifamily complex zoned MF-3-CO to the northeast. To the south, there is an office/warehouse center zoned IP-CO. The lots to the east contain detention zoned P and R&D and another multifamily development zoned MF-3. To the west, there is an office/manufacturing plan and undeveloped land zoned IP-PDA and IP respectively. In this rezoning request, the applicant is asking to amend the existing planned development area (PDA) to add Public Primary Educational Facilities, Public Secondary Educational Facilities, Administrative Services, and Childcare Services (General) as permitted uses of the property (please see Applicant’s Request Letter – Exhibit C). The applicant, Round Rock School District, recently purchased this 206,000-square-foot office facility, which was formally home to a legal services firm, to utilize this site as a districtwide center for career and technical education and innovation. It will house training for auto body, cosmetology, early childhood and electrical trades, among other uses that will include providing practice spaces for robotics teams. The staff recommends IP-PDA zoning, to amend the existing PDA conditions in Ordinance No. 931104-K, to permit Public Primary Educational Facilities, Public Secondary Educational Facilities, Administrative Services, and Childcare Services (General) on the property. The proposed zoning is consistent with the purpose of the base district and surrounding zoning patterns. There are commercial and industrial uses to the south, east and west of the site under consideration. The property fronts on …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-2026-0023 - 8863 Anderson Mill Road DISTRICT: 6 ADDRESS: 8863 Anderson Mill Road ZONING FROM: I-RR, GR-CO TO: GR-CO SITE AREA: 3.12 acres PROPERTY OWNER: Third NHP Holdings, LP (Nelson H. Puett GP) AGENT: Nelson Puett Real Estate (Shawna Sigala) CASE MANAGER: Sherri Sirwaitis (512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMEDATION: Staff recommends GR-CO, Community Commercial-Conditional Overlay Combining District, zoning. The conditional overlay will prohibit the following uses on the property: Automotive Repair Services, Automotive Sales, Automotive Washing (of any type), Bail Bond Services, Club or Lodge, Commercial Off-Street Parking, Drop Off Recycling Collection Facility, Exterminating Services, Funeral Services, Hotel/Motel, Off-Site Accessory Parking, Outdoor Entertainment, Outdoor Sports and Recreation, Pawn Shop Services and Service Station. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: May 19, 2026 CITY COUNCIL ACTION: ORDINANCE NUMBER: 03 C14-2026-0023 - 8863 Anderson Mill Road; District 61 of 20 C14-2026-0023 ISSUES: N/A CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: 2 The property in question is a suite developed with a commercial strip center that fronts Anderson Mill Road. The lots to the north, across Anderson Mill Road, contain single family residences currently designated I-SF-2. The tracts of land to the south and east are developed with public schools (Deer Park Middle School and Live Oak Elementary School) designated I-RR. To the west, there is an undeveloped tract of land and townhouse residences zoned LR- MU-CO. In this request, the applicant is asking to zone the property to GR-CO, Community Commercial-Conditional Overlay Combining District, zoning to bring the existing uses on the site into conformance with City of Austin Land Use regulations. The applicant proposes to maintain the current conditional overlay from the previous GR-CO zoning case for the restaurant footprint in this shopping center from zoning case C14-2022-0041 (please see Ordinance No. 20220728-135 - Exhibit C). The staff is recommending GR-CO, Community Commercial-Conditional Overlay District, zoning for the property under consideration. The proposed GR-CO zoning will allow for low intensity office and commercial uses on a lot that front onto an arterial roadway, Anderson Mill Road. GR-CO zoning will permit the applicant to develop and maintain limited commercial uses on a property adjacent to the residential neighborhoods to the north. The proposed zoning will permit the applicant to bring the existing uses on the site into conformance the land use regulations in the City of Austin Code. The applicant agrees with the staff’s recommendation. BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION: 1. The proposed …
ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION SITE PLAN CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: PROJECT NAME: SPC-2025-0320A 4109 Marathon Conditional Use Permit ZAP DATE: May 19, 2026 ADDRESS: 4109 Marathon Blvd COUNCIL DISTRICT: 10 APPLICANT: Fadana Real Estate, LLC (Fuad Fayad) AGENT: PROPERTY OWNER: ATX Permit & Consulting, LLC (Lila Nelson) (512) 657-7349 4408 Spicewood Spring Road Austin, Texas 78759 Fadana Real Estate, LLC (Fuad Fayad) 4108 N. Larmar Blvd Austin, TX 78756 CASE MANAGER: Randall Rouda Randall.Rouda@austintexas.gov (512) 978-3338 PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to allow off-site accessory parking to serve an existing auto sales use. No construction is proposed with this Conditional Use Permit, however, one building will be demolished under a separately issued Site Plan Exemption and Demolition Permit. The existing paved surface will be striped for parking. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the conditional use permit with a Condition of Approval to require the installation of signage limiting the use of the Off-Site Accessory Parking area to employees, customers and guests and prohibiting the storage or display of vehicles for sale. PROJECT INFORMATION: SITE AREA: SITE’S ZONING WATERSHED WATERSHED ORDINANCE TRAFFIC IMPACT ANALYSIS Not required CAPITOL VIEW CORRIDOR PROPOSED ACCESS 7,579 square feet LR-ETOD-DBETOD Waller Creek (Urban) Comprehensive Watershed Ordinance FLOOR-AREA RATIO BUILDING COVERAGE IMPERVIOUS COVERAGE PARKING None Alley between Marathon Blvd. and Lamar Blvd. Allowed 0.5:1 50% 80% None Required 0:1 0% 80% 13 Proposed SUMMARY COMMENTS ON SITE PLAN: Land Use: The property consists of two lots. The zoning for both lots was recently changed from LO- ETOD-DBETOD to LR-ETOD-DBETOD. (Zoning Case No. C14-2025-0023, City Council Ordinance No. 04 SPC-2025-0320A - 4109 Marathon Conditional Use Permit; District 101 of 11 4109 Marathon CUP SPC-2025-0320A 2 20250522-075). The Site is currently 100% paved and contains an existing storage building with a footprint of approximately 6,853 square feet. No Construction is proposed with this Conditional Use Permit, however, a Site Plan Exemption and Demolition Permit have previously been issued for the demolition of the existing building and removal of approximately 1,580 square feet of pavement adjacent to Marathon Boulevard. If the Conditional Use Permit is approved, the remaining paved area will be striped for parking. Access to the parking lot would be from the alley to the east of the site, between Lamar Boulevard and Marathon Boulevard. The property to be served is an existing automobile sales use located across the …
