06 C8-2025-0085.0A - Arbor View Subdivision; District 10 - Public Comment 2 — original pdf
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE URBAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2026, AT 5:00 P.M. CITY HALL, ROOM 1101 301 WEST SECOND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Urban Transportation Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once, either in person or remotely, and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Natalie Leone, 512-974- 3428, natalie.leone@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Susan Somers, Chair Daniel Kavelman, Parliamentarian Deshon Brown Heather Buffo Kevin Chen Nathan Fernandes Justin Jacobson Varun Prasad Joshua Sorin Spencer Schumacher, Vice Chair AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 5 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Urban Transportation Commission Special Called meeting on 3/16/2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. Project Connect Update, including the Federal Transit Administration record of decision for Austin Light Rail Phase 1. Presentation by Jocelyn Vokes, Austin Transit Partnership. Movability Commuter Survey update. Presentation by Kathleen Lu, Movability. Citywide Lighting Plan update. Presentation by Joel Meyer, Transportation Officer, Austin Transportation and Public Works. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. 7. Approve the Right of Way Vacation for 2024-011813 LM - 1909 Comal Street. Presentation by Christopher Bueckert, Real Estate Services Agent, Austin Transportation and Public Works. Approve a recommendation to Council regarding the 2026 Bond Program. Approve officer appointments to the Urban Transportation Commission. COMMITTEE UPDATES 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Update from Commissioner Chen from the Downtown Commission regarding actions taken at the March 11, 2026, meeting. Update from Commissioner Prasad from the Joint Sustainability Committee regarding actions taken at the March 25, 2026, meeting. Update from Commissioner Schumacher from the Bicycle Advisory Council regarding actions taken at the March 17, 2026, meeting. Update from Commissioner Kavelman from the Pedestrian Advisory Council regarding actions taken at the April 6, 2026, meeting. Update from Chair Somers from the City Council Mobility Committee regarding actions taken at the April 2, 2026, meeting. Update from Chair Somers from the …
01 Draft Minutes from the March 16, 2026, meeting — original pdf
URBAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES URBAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Monday, March 16, 2026 The Urban Transportation Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, March 16, 2026, at Austin Energy Headquarters, Room 1111, Austin, Texas. Vice Chair Schumacher called the Commission Meeting to order at 5:07 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Heather Buffo - (District 1) Nathan Fernandes – (District 2) Daniel Kavelman - (District 5) Justin Jacobson - (District 8) Spencer Schumacher, Vice Chair - (District 9) Commissioners in Attendance Virtually: Kevin Chen - (District 6) Deshon Brown (Mayoral) PUBLIC COMMUNICATION Ryan Saunders Zenobia Joseph APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the URBAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING on 2/3/2026. The minutes of the 2/3/2026 meeting were approved on a motion from Commissioner Fernandes, seconded by Commissioner Jacobson, on a 6-0 vote, with Commissioners Brown, Prasad, Somers, and Sorin absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Transit Enhancement Program Update. The commission received a presentation from Max Schwartz, Program Manager, Austin Transportation and Public Works. 3. Austin Core Transportation Plan Update. The commission received a presentation from Michelle Marx, Transportation Officer, Austin Transportation and Public Works. 4. Austin Transportation and Public Works Services and Budget Update. The commission received a presentation from Richard Mendoza, Director, Austin Transportation and Public Works. 1 URBAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Approve a recommendation regarding the Fiscal Year 2026-20727 budget of Austin Transportation and Public Works. Public Comment Received from Zenobia Joseph On a motion from Commissioner Schumacher, and a second from Commissioner Kavelman approved as amended with a 7-0 vote, with Commissioners Prasad, Somers, and Sorin absent. 6. Approve proposed changes to Urban Transportation Commission By-laws. Amendment: On a motion from Commissioner Schumacher and a second from Commissioner Jacobson, the amendment was approved by a 7-0 vote, with Commissioners Prasad, Somers, and Sorin absent. On a motion from Commissioner Schumacher, and a second from Commissioner Buffo approved as amended with a 7-0 vote, with Commissioners Prasad, Somers, and Sorin absent. COMMITTEE UPDATES 9. Update from Commissioner Chen from the Downtown Commission regarding actions taken at the January 21, 2026, meeting. The commission received an update from Commissioner Chen. 10. Update from Commissioner Prasad from the Joint Sustainability Committee regarding actions taken at the January 28, 2026, meeting. The Item was skipped due to Commissioner Prasad’s absence. 11. Update from Commissioner Schumacher from the Bicycle Advisory Council regarding actions taken …
04 Citywide Lighting Plan Presentation — original pdf
Citywide Lighting Plan Urban Transportation Commission| 4.7.26 Why are we developing a Lighting Plan? Reduce roadway fatalities and serious injuries Project sponsors Understand what role lighting can play in reducing crime or improving sense of personal safety Improve the safety and utility of urban trails and parks Improve overall nighttime quality of life and Funding urban character Protect sensitive species and reduce light pollution publicinput.com/lightingplan 2 Ongoing interdepartmental collaboration West Campus Lighting Project Mobility Bonds and Federal Grants Slaughter Lane Howard Lane Bluff Springs Road McNeil Drive Pearce Lane 13 high crash intersections Parks and Recreation e.g. park trail / trailhead lighting APD lighting priorities Great Streets Plan update West Campus Lighting Project publicinput.com/lightingplan 3 Scope of work Community engagement Existing conditions analysis Organizational and peer city review New and updated lighting design guidelines Policy recommendations Prioritization framework for new lighting Implementation plan and funding scenarios Scope includes Street and pedestrian lighting in the public right of way Trail lighting Park lighting Scope does not include Privately owned or facade lighting publicinput.com/lightingplan 4 Community and stakeholder engagement Technical Advisory Committee Community Advisory Committee DarkSky Texas, Downtown Austin Alliance, AISD, The Trail Conservancy, Bat Conservation International, SafeHorns, Safe Streets Austin, and many more Night Walk and Lighting 101 presentation Two in-person open houses Project web page Public survey (362 responses) publicinput.com/lightingplan 5 Night Walk with Advisory Committee members Survey findings n=362 Preference for natural, warm, and unobtrusive lighting Reduce light pollution / Dark Sky friendly Promote safety, but not overly bright Clear processes for requesting new lighting or removing existing lighting Latent demand for nighttime walking, biking, trail use, and transit use e.g. 26% of respondents said they would use urban trails more with improved lighting Color Temperature 1000K Candlelight 2000K Tungsten Light 3000K Household Light Bulbs 4000K Natural White 5000K Daylight 6000K Cool White 7000K Overcast 10000K Sky Blue publicinput.com/lightingplan 6 Existing conditions analysis Lighting asset inventory 65,000+ lighting assets reviewed/collected NEW: Urban trails and park lighting inventory Citywide lighting model This data enables Lighting gap analyses Prioritization of new lighting Quantification of potential energy / cost savings Assessment of crash and crime trends …
05 Right of Way Vacation for 2024-011813 LM - 1909 Comal Street. — original pdf
AN ALLEY RIGHT-OF- WAY VACATION APPLICATION ABUTTING 1909 COMAL STREET Urban Transportation Commission April 7, 2026 Item #5 File #2024-011813 LM District 1 Add location map here Abutting property owner: Board of Regents of the University of Texas System Add aerial picture from property profile generally outline where the vacation area is 1909 Comal Street Unpaved/ Undeveloped Right-of-Way Leona Street E MLK Blvd E 20th Street PICTURES OF PROPERTY STREET VIEW Vacation tract is approximately 0.2399 acres of land All property owners within 300 feet of the vacation area were sent public notices on January 21, 2026. No objections have been received as of the day of this presentation All affected City Departments and external stakeholders have reviewed and recommend approval of this right-of-way vacation application, subject to the conditions on the Master Comment Report submitted with this presentation. The City will retain a Public Utility Easement over the entire vacation area How do you plan to develop the area to be vacated? …will be redeveloped as Graduate Student Housing supporting the students of the University of Texas in Austin. No active site plan. I am happy to answer your questions regarding the right of way process The applicant can answer your questions regarding the abutting property and the proposed development. Thank you for your time! Christopher Bueckert, 512-974-1780 ARMBRUST & BROWN, PLLC A T T O R N E Y S A N D C O U N S E L O R S 100 CONGRESS AVENUE, SUITE 1300 AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701-2744 512-435-2300 FACSIMILE 512-435-2360 Andrew Linseisen (512) 435-2358 alinseisen@abaustin.com Mr. Joseph Fotinos Land Management Division Transportation and Public Works City of Austin 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive Austin, Texas 78752 April 9, 2024 Re: Request for Alley Vacation for property located between E. 20th Street and E. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, and between Comal and Leona Streets, Austin, Texas 78722, also known as TCAD Parcel No.’s 0211071501, 0211071502, 0211071503, 0211071504, 0211071505, 0211071506, and 0211071507 (“Tract 1”); 0211071508, 0211071509, 0211071510, 0211071511, 0211071601, 0211071512, and 0211071515 (“Tract 2”); 0211071608, 0211071602, 0211071607, 0211071603, 0211071609, 0211071610 and 0211071611 (“Tract 3”) (collectively the “Property”) Dear Mr. Fotinos: Please accept this as an amended Alley Vacation Application for the above referenced Property (the “Application”). This Application is submitted to request approval of the vacation of the alley while retaining existing easements to the City to accommodate the …
Agenda — original pdf
REGULAR MEETING of the MBE/WBE and Small Business Enterprise Procurement Program Advisory Committee Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 5:30 pm City of Austin Permit and Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive – Room 2002 Austin, Texas 78752 Some members of this MBE/WBE Advisory Committee may be participating by videoconference. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION GUIDELINES The public will be allowed to speak at the Advisory Committee meeting remotely by phone or in-person at the address listed above. To participate remotely, speakers must register in advance with the board liaison before the registration deadline. Public Communication: General The first 10 speakers will be allowed to speak on any topic that is not posted on the agenda. The Committee Chair will call upon speakers at the beginning of the meeting. A person may not speak at general communication more often than once out of every three regularly scheduled committee meetings. Public Comment on Agenda Items Members of the public may speak on any item posted to the agenda. Speakers will be called upon when this agenda item is taken up by the Committee Chair. How to Register to Speak Remotely All speakers are required to register for remote participation. Registered speakers will be allowed 3 minutes to speak by telephone only. The deadline for registering is 12:00pm on the day before the meeting. To register to speak, email the board liaison, Nakia James at nakia.james@austintexas.gov before the deadline. Once registration closes, the board liaison will send all speakers an email to confirm registration, provide instructions on speaking at the meeting, and the number to call in on the day of the meeting. How to Sign-Up to Speak In-Person Speakers that would like to address the committee in person will be allowed to sign up until 15 minutes before the start of the meeting. Speakers will be allowed 3 minutes to speak. The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If you require Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please contact Nakia James at (512) 974-9108 or nakia.james@austintexas.gov for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the MBE/WBE and Small Business Procurement Program Advisory Committee, contact Nakia James at (512) 974-9108 …
Agenda — original pdf
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HIV PLANNING COUNCIL CARE STRATEGIES AND ENGAGEMENT COMMITTEE TUESDAY, APRIL 7TH 2026, 6:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER ROOM 1203 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the HIV PLANNING COUNCIL may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: Join the meeting now Public comment will be allowed in person or remotely via telephone or Teams. 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 to speak, call or email the Office of Support, (737)-825-1684 or hivplanningcouncil@austintexas.gov CURRENT HIV PLANNING COUNCIL CARE STRATEGIES AND ENGAGEMENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Joe Anderson Jr., conflicted Alicia Alston Jeremy Caballero Aran Belani Kristina McRae-Thompson Marquis Goodwin, conflicted AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up no later than noon on 4/6/2026 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 HIV Planning Council regular meeting of the Care Strategies and Community Engagement committee on March 3rd, 2026 CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATIONS 2. Members will declare conflict of interest with relevant agenda items, service categories, and/or service standards. STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Introductions/Announcements 4. Office of Support Staff Briefing DISCUSSION ITEMS 5. Discussion of directives and directive funding 6. Discussion of Integrated Plan updates DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 7. Discussion and approval of Care Strategies and Engagement Committee Chair a. Jeremy Caballero b. Kristina McRae-Thompson FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 8. Discussion of workplan calendar and social calendar ADJOURNMENT Indicative of action items 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. TTY users’ route through Relay Texas at 711. For More Information on the HIV Planning Council, please contact Rashana Raggs at (737)-825-1684.
Agenda — original pdf
REGULAR MEETING OF THE AFRICAN AMERICAN RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2026, AT 5:30 PM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER ROOM 1401 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the African American Resource Advisory Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Nekaybaw Watson, 512-974-2562, nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Daryl Horton, Chair Alexandria Anderson Sophia Dozier Kyron Hayes Nelson Linder Justin Parsons Mueni Rudd Emmy Weisberg AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Dr. Chiquita Eugene, Vice Chair Roger Davis Joi Harden Antony Jackson Kenneth Loyde Antonio Ross Greg Smith 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 African American Resource Advisory Commission regular meeting on February 3, 2026. STAFF BRIEFING 2. Staff Briefing on Social Service Contract funding to inform the Commission’s prioritization efforts. Briefing by Kerri Lang, Director, and Daniel Culotta, Assistant Director, Office of Budget & Organizational Excellence. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Presentation from the Office of the County Clerk regarding election demographics information for primary elections in Austin. Presentation by Dyana Limon-Mercado, Travis County Clerk, Office of the County Clerk. 4. Discussion regarding FY 26/27 recommendations. 5. Board roles and responsibilities. 6. Discussion regarding possible bylaws changes. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 7. Approve the election of Chair 8. Approve the election of Vice Chair 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 Nekaybaw Watson at Austin City Clerk’s Office Department, at 512-974-2562 or nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. For more information on the African American Resource Advisory Commission please contact Nekaybaw Watson at 512-974-2562 or nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov.
Item 1: Draft Minutes February 3, 2026 — original pdf
AFRICAN AMERICAN RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2026 The African American Resource Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at the Permitting and Development Center Room 1406. Chair Horton called the African American Resource Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 5:41 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Daryl Horton, Chair Dr. Chiquita Eugene, Vice Chair Alexandria Anderson Roger Davis Sophia Dozier Justin Parsons Emmy Weisberg Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Joi Harden Kyron Hayes Antony Jackson Mueni Rudd Greg Smith Commissioners Absent: Nelson Linder Kenneth Loyde Antonio Ross PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Cherelle VanBrakle – Mama Sana Vibrant Woman 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the African American Resource Advisory Commission regular meeting on January 6, 2026. The minutes from the meeting of January 6, 2026, were approved on Commissioner Parsons’ motion, Commissioner Davis’ second on a 10-0 vote. Vice Chair Eugene and Commissioner Rudd were off the dais. Commissioners Linder, Loyde, and Ross were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. Presentation by American Gateways regarding successes with the City of Austin and a request for the prioritization of immigration funding in the FY26-27 budget. Presentation by Rebecca Lightsey, Co-Executive Director, American Gateways. The presentation was made by Rebecca Lightsey, Co-Executive Director, American Gateways. Presentation by Communities in School of Central Texas regarding the outcomes and data from the recent Harvard Education Redesign economic mobility study. Presentation given by Sharon Vigil, Chief Executive Officer, Communities in School of Central Texas. The presentation was made by Sharon Vigil, Chief Executive Officer, Communities in School of Central Texas. Discussion regarding updates on the progress of the Election Mobilization Project. Update was given by Vice Chair Eugene. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 5. Update from the Budget Working Group regarding their first planning meeting. Update was given by Commissioners Anderson, Dozier and Parsons. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Discussion on detention and immigration for Black Austinites Create a WG for Election Mobilization Project Update on Mission Accomplished for finding a space. Chief Davis to give an update on APD’s relationship to ICE and the African American Austinites crime rate. Full presentation from Mama Sana Vibrant Woman Presentation from Community Powered ATX to speak on immigration and ICE. The motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:22 p.m. was approved on Vice Chair Eugene’s motion, Commissioner Smith’s second without objection. 2
Agenda — original pdf
REGULAR CALLED MEETING OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2026, 4:00 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM, #1101 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Public Safety 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: Nelly Paulina Ramírez, Chair Rebecca Bernhardt Enrique Duran II Denise L Eger Daniel Godwin Timothy Ruttan, Vice Chair Kimberly Hidrogo David Holmes Yasmine Smith Michael Sierra-Arévalo AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 5 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on March 2, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. Public Safety Quarterly Report, Austin Police. Presentation by Lee Rogers, Chief of Staff, Austin Police. Discussion of small vehicle use by public safety departments with Rick Harland, Assistant Director, Austin Fleet Mobility Services. Discussion of Austin Police operating procedures for disclosure of bodycam footage to Travis County post arrest with Austin Police, Travis County Attorney’s Office and Travis County Defender's Office. Presentation by Lee Rogers, Chief of Staff, Austin Police, Lucio del Toro, First Assistant County Attorney, Travis County Attorney’s Office, Adeola Ogunkeyede, Chief Public Defender for Travis County, Travis County Defender’s Office. WORKING GROUP UPDATE 5. Update from the Collective Sex Crime Response Model working group. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Conduct officer elections for the Chair and Vice Chair. 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 …
1. Draft Meeting Minutes 20260302 — original pdf
Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, March 2, 2026 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES Monday, March 2, 2026 The Public Safety Commission convened in a regular called meeting on Monday, March 2, 2026, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room, 301 W. 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Ramírez called the Public Safety Commission Meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Nelly Paulina Ramírez, Chair Timothy Ruttan, Vice Chair Enrique Duran II Denise Eger Kimberly Hidrogo Michael Sierra-Arévalo Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Daniel Godwin Yasmine Smith PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission Regular Called Meeting on February 2, 2026. The minutes from the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on February 2, 2026 were approved on Vice Chair Ruttan’s motion, Commissioner Sierra-Arévalo’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioner Smith was off the dais. Commissioners Bernhardt and Holmes were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Public Safety Quarterly Report, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services. Presentation by Wesley Hopkins, Chief of Staff, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services. 1 Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, March 2, 2026 3. 4. The presentation was made by Wesley Hopkins, Chief of Staff, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services. Discussion regarding the mental health first response system with Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services and Integral Care. The presentation was made by Stephen White, Assistant Chief, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services, Angela Carr, Division Chief, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services, Marisa Malek, Director of Crisis Services and Justice Initiatives, Integral Care, Kedra Priest, Practice Administrator, Integral Care, Michael Chancellor, Assistant Chief, Austin Police. Discussion regarding APD 911 Emergency Communications Division budget and potential consolidation of the emergency 911 call center with input from Equity Action, United Workers of Integral Care, and VOCAL TX. The presentation was made by Aloki Shah, President, United Workers of Integral Care, Savannah Lee, Director of Policy and Operations, Equity Action, Mel LeBlanc, Austin Campaign Manager, VOCAL TX. 5. Discussion regarding community feedback at the Public Safety Commission. Discussed. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget. The motion to approve the Recommendation Number: 20260302- 006: Budget Recommendations for FY26–27 Budget passed on Vice Chair Ruttan’s motion, Commissioner Hidrogo’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioner Smith abstained. Commissioners Bernardt and Holmes were absent. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Austin City Auditor’s Office Updates on Audits pertaining …
2. APD Quarterly Report- April 2026 — original pdf
APD Quarterly Update to PSC Austin Police | April 6, 2026 Crimes Against Persons by Offense Type September - February Source: Versadex 2 Crimes Against Property/Society by Offense Type September - February Source: Versadex 3 APD SXSW Enforcement Highlights APD Organized Crime Division and Metro Tac Unit jointly operated to prevent violent crime through proactive citywide enforcement Austin experienced no major shooting incidents or homicides during SXSW Investigators made multiple seizures of cocaine (~1oz), methamphetamine (~2oz), fentanyl (~8g), and marijuana/THC (~545lbs) Citywide patrol deployments on major roadways to identify and arrest intoxicated drivers 76 DWI arrests from March 12- March 18 Total Arrests Felony Charges Misdemeanor Charges Seized Firearms Contacts 81 100 16 14 >400 4 SXSW APD Human Trafficking Enforcement APD Human Trafficking Unit conducted proactive enforcement utilizing a victim centered approach with the coordination of APD Victim Services APD initiated 306 total contacts during the operation 286 individuals soliciting sex 20 sex workers APD operation led to the recovery of 2 trafficking victims who were referred to APD Victim Services 21 felony arrests for Solicitation of Prostitution 4 arrests for outstanding warrants 2 additional firearms seized during arrests 5 Community Engagement Highlights 6 Combined P0 & P1 Call Volume September - February Source: APD CAD 7 Combined P0 & P1 Response Time September - February Source: APD CAD 8 Staffing Levels Source: HR Vacancy Report (through 1/24/26) 9 Patrol Staffing Levels Current as of: 3/18/26 10 Police Academy Cadet Classes Cadet Class Attrition Rate Graduation Rate # Graduates/ Currently Enrolled Graduation Date 152nd 153rd 154th 155th 156th 157th 32% 52% 52% 40% 27% 11% 68% 48% 48% 60% 54 29 35 38 36 51 9/20/2024 3/7/2025 8/29/2025 12/12/2025 5/1/2026 9/18/2026 Source: Training Academy Report (3/23/26) 11 Recruiting Initiatives Increasing our social media presence and marketing • Focus on career opportunities, interviews with new officers, experiences of female officers • Multiple targeted marketing campaigns for specific groups Focus on greater engagement with military bases and colleges for recruitment • • • Creating a program to incentivize internal referrals by officers • • Increasing attending behaviors such as physical and academic preparatory sessions, ride-outs, & Academy workouts Improving content and presentation of information on our website This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-SA-NC • Capitalizing on free and low-cost advertising utilizing city facilities, such …
2. APD Quarterly Report- Data and Backup Materials- April 2026 — original pdf
APD Quarterly Update to PSC Data and Backup Materials Austin Police | April 6, 2026 APD Quarterly Presentation 2 Crimes Against Persons by Offense Type September - February Source: Versadex 3 Crimes Against Property/Society by Offense Type September - February Source: Versadex 4 Crimes Against Persons by APD Sector September - February Source: Versadex 5 Crimes Against Persons by Council District September - February Source: Versadex 6 Crimes Against Property/Society by APD Sector September - February Source: Versadex 7 Crimes Against Property/Society by Council District September - February Source: Versadex 8 Clearance Rates- Crimes Against Person January-December 2025 Offense Murder Negligent Manslaughter Sexual Assault Fondling Aggravated Assault Simple Assault Intimidation Kidnapping/Abduction Sex Offenses, Non-Forcible (Incest & Statutory Rape) Human Trafficking Offenses (Involuntary Servitude & Commercial Sex Acts) Reported (2025) Offenses Cleared (2025) Percent Cleared (2025) Percent of Category (2025) 51 14 725 315 2,648 9,437 5,895 301 1 12 45 14 98 46 1,491 4,123 639 196 1 7 88.24% 100.00% 13.52% 14.60% 56.31% 43.69% 10.84% 65.12% 0.00% 58.33% 0.26% 0.07% 3.74% 1.62% 13.65% 48.65% 30.39% 1.55% 0.01% 0.06% Crimes Against Persons Total 19,399 6,660 34.33% 100.00% * Period reported Jan 1 to Dec 31, 2025 Source: TXDPS Uniform Crime Report System 9 Clearance Rates- Crimes Against Property January-December 2025 Offense Reported (2025) Offenses Cleared (2025) Percent Cleared (2025) Percent of Category (2025) Robbery Arson Extortion/Blackmail Burglary/Breaking & Entering Larceny/Theft Offenses Motor Vehicle Theft Counterfeiting/Forgery Fraud Offense Bribery Embezzlement Stolen Property Offenses Destruction Of Property Crimes Against Property Total 793 109 40 4,396 22,365 4,401 579 5,577 2 12 25 5,797 44,096 479 36 1 614 1,950 443 44 343 2 1 21 648 4,582 60.40% 33.03% 2.50% 13.97% 8.72% 10.07% 7.60% 6.15% 100.00% 8.33% 84.00% 11.18% 10.39% 1.80% 0.25% 0.09% 9.97% 50.72% 9.98% 1.31% 12.65% 0.00% 0.03% 0.06% 13.15% 100.00% * Period reported Jan 1 to Dec 31, 2025 Source: TXDPS Uniform Crime Report System 10 Clearance Rates- Crimes Against Society January-December 2025 Offense Reported (2025) Offenses Cleared (2025) Percent Cleared (2025) Percent of Category (2025) Drug/Narcotic Violations Drug Equipment Violations Pornography/Obscene Material Gambling Offenses Prostitution Offenses Weapons Law Violation Animal Cruelty 5,230 2,414 386 11 52 994 407 3,380 835 56 3 21 814 55 64.63% 34.59% 14.51% 27.27% 40.38% 81.89% 13.51% 55.09% 25.43% 4.07% 0.12% 0.55% 10.47% 4.29% Crimes Against Society Total 9,494 5,164 54.39% 100.00% * Period reported Jan 1 to Dec 31, 2025 Source: TXDPS …
5. CSCRM Project Update Q4 2025 Slides — original pdf
Collective Sex Crimes Response Model (CSCRM) Project Status Update – Q4 2025 Austin Police | Date Quarterly Performance Summary Progress Snapshot (as of 12/31/2025) 70 of 123 scope items complete; 53 in progress 57% overall completion (unchanged from Q3) Project team now 33 individuals (20 APD, 13 Non-APD) Quarter Highlights Q4 focused on build-out and readiness activities rather than formal closeouts No scope items formally closed in Q4; several deliverables advanced to near-completion Early Q1 2026 Momentum Five scope items completed to date in Q1 2026 Multiple additional completions anticipated as Q4 work transitions to closure Q4 2025 Status Update 2 Overall Project Status as of 12/31/2025 Q4 2025 Status Update 3 Burndown Timeline Key Takeaways Project is 57% complete 53 items remain: Q1 2026 = 12 Items Q2 2026 = 18 Items Q4 2026 = 2 Items Q3 2027 = 21 Items Timeline Considerations Progress tracked quarterly for each scope item Timelines may shift due to leadership changes, funding, project team capacity, or other constraints. Q4 2025 Status Update We are Here % Complete: 9% 26% 57% 67% 81% 83% 100% 4 Remaining Work Q1 2026 3 = Contact Info for Victims, Witnesses, Suspects* 2 = Unfounded & Exceptional Clearance Handling* 2 = Pseudonym Handling 2 = Data Dashboard 2 = Survivor Survey 1 = APD SCU Website 12 = Total Scope Items Scheduled Q2 2026 7 = General Orders Updates 4 = Populations at Risk of Marginalization 4 = Victim Services Staffing 1 = Crime Analyst Staffing 1 = Metrics for Culture of Downstream Orientation 1 = Officer and Employee Wellness 18 = Total Scope Items Scheduled Q4 2026 2 = Audit & Oversight 2 = Total Scope Items Scheduled Q3 2027 21 = New Curriculum Development (via Abby Honold Grant & EVAWI Contract) 21 = Total Scope Items Scheduled *Completed Q1 2026 (at the time of this update) Q4 2025 Status Update 5 Challenges and Risks Training Curriculum (Scoping & Alignment) Training scope complexity across multiple audiences (Cadets -> Leadership) Requires alignment with Abby Honold Grant deliverables and CSCRM Academy observation findings Executive Dependent Scope Items Items requiring executive sponsorship and department-wide engagement to finalize: General Orders Updates (7) …
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REGULAR MEETING of the MUSIC COMMISSION April 6, 2026 6:30 PM CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS ROOM 1001, 301 W 2ND STREET, Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the Music Commission may be participating virtually. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Shelbi Mitchell, 512-974-6318, Shelbi.Mitchell@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Nagavalli Medicharla - Chair, Pedro Carvalho – Vice Chair, Joe Silva – Parliamentarian, Nelson Aguilar, Tami Blevins, Clarissa Cardenas, Clayton England, Cornice “Ray” Price Jr., Penny Jo Pullus, Celeste Quesada AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Music Commission meeting on March 2, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing on Live Music Fund collections by Kim McCarson, Program Manager, Music & Entertainment , Austin Arts, Culture, Music & Entertainment (AACME). 3. Staff briefing on FY24 Austin Live Music Fund final reports by Erica Shamaly, Division Manager, Music & Entertainment Division, AACME. 4. Staff briefing on Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS) live music performances/booking by Erica Shamaly, Division Manager, Music & Entertainment Division, AACME. 5. Staff briefing on AACME funding programs by Laura Odegaard, Acting Division Manager, AACME. 6. Staff briefing on AACME-Long Center contract review by Morgan Messick, Assistant Director, AACME. DISCUSSION ITEMS 7. South by Southwest 2026 update by Dev Sherlock, Director, South by Southwest (SXSW) Conference, and Brian Hobbs Vice President, SXSW Music. 8. Presentation on new local label “Native Fiction Records” and coaching services by Jane Ellen Bryant, Owner & Recording Artist. 9. Music Commission engagement with council districts led by Chair Medicharla. 10. Downtown Commission update on priorities and recent actions by Parliamentarian Silva. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 11. Music Commission Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary and Parliamentarian elections. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. …
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON IMMIGRANT AFFAIRS MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2026, AT 6:30 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, ROOM 1101 301 W 2nd STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Commission on Immigrant Affairs 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 Nekaybaw Watson, 512-974-2562, nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS : Miriam Dorantes, Chair Adrian De La Rosa Aditi Joshi Diane Kanawati Melissa Ortega Caroline Solis AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Alondra Johnson, Vice-Chair Azeem Edwin Jeanne “Canan” Kaba Meghna Roy Yohana Saucedo 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 Commission on Immigrant Affairs special called meeting on March 20, 2026. STAFF BRIEFING 2. Staff briefing from Austin Police regarding an updated policy as it relates to immigration. Presentation given by Lee Rogers, Chief of Staff, Austin Police. 3. Staff briefing from Austin Equity and Inclusion regarding the introduction of the Acting Immigration Manager and future recruitment and updates surrounding immigrant and refugee related work. Presentation given by Shafina Khaki, Human Rights Officer, Austin Equity and Inclusion and Houmma Garba, Acting Immigration Manager, Austin Equity and Inclusion. 4. Staff briefing regarding updates to the Levers of Economic Mobility. Presentation by Gary Aaron, Business Process Consultant Sr., Austin Equity and Inclusion and Shivani Datar, Business Process Specialist, Austin Equity and inclusion. DISCUSSION ITEMS 5. Presentation from Academia Cuauhtli regarding a program update, information on their spring and summer programming, and shifting funding structures. Presentation by Dr. María Del Carmen Unda, Founder, Academia Cuauhtli, Dr. Angela Valenzuela, Academia Cuauhtli, and Dr. Emilio Zamora, Academia Cuauhtli. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Approve the election of Vice Chair 7. Approve the election of Chair 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 …
Item 1: Draft Minutes for 3.20.26 — original pdf
COMMISSION ON IMMIGRANT AFFAIRS SPECIAL CALLED MEETING MINUTES FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2026 The Commission on Immigrant Affairs convened in a special called meeting on Friday, March 20, 2026, at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive in Austin, Texas. Chair Dorantes called the meeting to order at 6:34pm. Commissioners in Attendance: Miriam Dorantes, Chair Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Alondra Johnson, Vice-Chair Adrian De La Rosa Aditi Joshi Canan Kaba Melissa Ortega Meghna Roy Yohana Saucedo Commissioners Absent: Azeem Edwin Diane Kanawati Caroline Solis PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Commission on Immigrant Affairs Regular Meeting on March 2, 2026. The minutes of the March 2, 2026, regular meeting of the Commission on Immigrant Affairs were approved during the special called meeting on March 20, 2026, on Chair Dorantes’ motion, Commissioner Saucedo’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Edwin, Kanawati, and Solis were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Discussion and update regarding the Social Services Framework presented at the last JIC meeting. Withdrawn. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Approve a Recommendation to Council to expand and strengthen prevention programs to protect housing stability. The motion to approve a recommendation to Council to expand and strengthen eviction prevention programs to protect housing stability as amended was approved on Chair Dorantes’ motion, Commissioner Saucedo’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Edwin, Kanawati, and Solis were absent. The motion to approve the amendment to insert “Williamson County, and other surrounding counties” after every mention of “Travis County” was approved on Commissioner Roy’s motion, Chair Dorantes’ second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Edwin, Kanawati, and Solis were absent. The motion to approve the amendment to insert “alternatives that may reduce and delay eviction where permitted, including extending applicable deadlines, prioritizing mediation, and providing enhanced notice requirements consistent with governing law and local policy,” and strike “mechanisms to extend eviction timelines, including pre- filing mediation requirements, enhanced notice periods, and eviction diversion coordination.” after, “Direct the City Manager to evaluate lawful” was approved on Commissioner Saucedo’s motion, Chair Dorantes’ second. Commissioners Edwin, Kanawati, and Solis were absent. 4. Approve a Recommendation to Council to establish a dedicated funding framework for a universal immigration representation model. The motion to approve a recommendation to Council to establish a dedicated funding framework for a universal immigration representation model was approved as amended on Chair Dorantes’ motion, Commissioner Saucedo’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Edwin, …
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PANEL MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. BEN WHITE OFFICES, SUITE 400 5202 EAST BEN WHITE BOULEVARD AUSTIN, TEXAS Art in Public Places Panel members may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: Art in Public Places Panel: April Virtual Meeting | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams. 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 Art in Public Places Manager Jaime Castillo at jaime.castillo@austintexas.gov or (512) 974-7852. CURRENT PANEL MEMBERS: Kristi-Anne Shaer, Chair Heidi Schmalbach, Arts Commission Liaison Bernardo Diaz Lindsey Millikan AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Andrew Danziger, Vice Chair Fatima Carbajal Camille Jobe 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 Art in Public Places Panel Regular meeting on March 2, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Art in Public Places Program, including Conservation, Current Projects and Milestones. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, Art in Public Places Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. Discussion of Arts Commission Liaison Report on Action Items from March 16, 2026, Arts Commission Meeting. Presentation by Heidi Schmalbach, Arts Commission Liaison. Discussion of the Art in Public Places Panel retreat in 2026. 5. Discussion of the AFD 54 / ATCEMS 43 Canyon Creek Art in Public Places Project Concept Design. Presentation by Rudy Herrera, Art in Public Places Artist, and Lindsay Hutchens, AIPP Coordinator, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. 7. Approve a recommendation to Arts Commission for the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport West Gate Expansion Sculptural Seating (formerly Playscape) Art in Public Places Project Final Design. Presentation by Reinaldo Correa, Art in Public Places Artist, and Jaime Castillo, Art in Public Places Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Approve a recommendation to Arts Commission for recommended updates to the Art in Public Places Ordinance, Guidelines and Policies per City Council Resolution No. 20250306- …
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SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION (CDC) April 4, 2026 – 9:00 AM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER (PDC) - ROOM 1401 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR, 78752 AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the CDC 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 Miguel Lopez, (512) 975-1575, Miguel.lopez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Noe Elias, Chair, Montopolis Nyeka Arnold, North Austin Tisha-Vonique Hood, Public Sector Raul E. Longoria, South Austin Cassandra Medrano, South Austin Tiffany Moore, Public Sector Ebonie Trice-Oliver, Colony Park Jenny E. Achilles, Vice Chair, Private Sector Taniquewa S. Brewster, Rosewood-Zaragosa Cynthia Jaso, Dove Springs Sonia Martinez, East Austin Valerie Menard, St. John’s Jo Anne Ortiz, Public Sector Lyric E. Wardlow, Public Sector 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. DISCUSSION ITEMS 1. 2. 3. Discussion of Retreat Goals and Objectives. Discussion led by Chair Noe Elias. Discussion of Agenda and Timeline for Retreat Activities. Discussion led by Miguel Lopez, Planner I, Austin Housing. Discussion and Team Building Activity. Discussion led by Chair Noe Elias. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Presentation regarding “A Brief History of Community Action”. Presentation by Angel Health. Zambarano, Manager Program Austin Public III, Discussion of the CDC’s role and purpose. Discussion led by Nefertitti Jackmon, Community Displacement Prevention Officer, Austin Housing. Presentation regarding the range of uses for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) federal funds. Presentation by Susan Watkins, Housing Division Manager, Austin Housing. Presentation regarding the “Establishment of FY 26/27 Goals for the CDC” to include top policy priorities and the process for achieving the identified priority goals. Discussion led by Dr. Marla Torrado, Housing Division Manager, Austin Housing. Presentation and activity regarding the narrowing and alignment of identified priorities. led by Dr. Marla Torrado, Housing Division Manager, Austin Housing. Activity Discussion and review of the FY 25/26 Goals. Discussion led by Chair Noe Elias. Discussion …
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE AUSTIN TRAVIS COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1st, 2026, AT 2:30 P.M. CITY HALL, BOARD & COMMISSION ROOM, ROOM 1101 301 W. 2nd STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Austin Travis County Public Health 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 remotely, contact Daniela Romero, daniela.romero@austintexas.gov or Juanita Jackson at Juanita.jackson@austintexas.gov. telephone. To to speak register CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS OR COMMISSIONERS: Natalie Poindexter, Chair Enrique Lin Shiao, Vice Chair Jawad Ali Chris Crookham Cara Dahlhausen Jacob Whitty Martha Lujan William Rice EX-OFFICIO BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Adrienne Sturrup, Director, Austin Public Health Dr. Desmar Walkes, Austin/Travis County Public Health Authority Ana Almaguel, Division Director, Travis County Health & Human Services Perla Cavazos, Deputy Administrator, Central Health AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 5 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Public Health Commission Regular Meeting on March 4th, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Presentation by Communities In Schools of Central Texas. Presentation by Sharon Vigil, CEO. Receive updates from commissioners on assigned action items. Discuss draft recommendation “Sexual Health Funding” created by Commissioner Jacob Whitty. Discuss draft recommendation “Bridging Public Health Funding” created by Commissioner Chris Crookham. Discuss draft recommendation “Heat-Related Illness Prevention for Outdoor Workers”. Discuss commissioner terms. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 8. Conduct officer elections for the Chair and Vice Chair. 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 contact Daniela Romero at Austin Public Health, at daniela.romero@austintexas.gov, or Juanita Jackson at Juanita.jackson@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. For more information on …
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RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Austin Travis County Public Health Commission Recommendation Number: [YYYYMMDD-XXX] (XXX is the agenda item number): Sexual Health Funding Preservation Date of Approval: Recommendation: This recommendation seeks to stabilize long-term funding sources to address sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) in the Austin/Travis County area through prevention, testing, linkage to care, treatment, retention, and supportive services. This recommendation directly addresses priorities outlined by Austin/Travis County as a Fast-Track City to end urban HIV epidemics, including goals to reach 95% of people living with HIV knowing their status, 95% are on treatment, and 95% maintain viral suppression by 2030. Description of Recommendation to Council: WHEREAS gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV infections are reportable conditions to Austin Public Health (APH), WHEREAS APH provides core public health services not covered by other STI/HIV service providers, WHEREAS there is an overburdened demand for STI/HIV testing and treatment in Austin/Travis County for local service providers, WHEREAS trends for congenital syphilis cases have increased across Texas, leading to preventable infant illness and death, WHEREAS gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis co-infections are more common in people living with HIV and those at highest risk of acquiring HIV, WHEREAS STI/HIV incidence rates are consistently higher in Black and Hispanic people compared with White people, WHEREAS STI/HIV incidence rates are higher in men who have sex with men (MSM) and transgender women compared with their heterosexual and cisgender counterparts, WHEREAS HIV and syphilis rates have stabilized or declined in MSM and transgender subgroups but increased among cisgender women, WHEREAS investing in STI/HIV prevention efforts is more cost-effective than treatment, WHEREAS APH’s funding for STI/HIV programs is largely grant-reliant, and Disease Intervention Specialists (DIS)/Public Health Follow-up (PHFU) and HIV Surveillance are completely reliant on grant funding, WHEREAS federal budget negotiations demonstrate a shift in funding priorities and potential loss of STI/HIV funding, WHEREAS federal directives have threatened or already removed targeted approaches that serve people most disproportionately impacted by HIV, WHEREAS STI/HIV community partners are experiencing financial setbacks due to loss of funding and changing federal initiatives, WHEREAS vulnerable populations are at-risk for worse health outcomes with loss of funding, WHEREAS loss of grant funding for DIS/PHFU and HIV Surveillance would affect partner investigations, handling outbreaks, and community health data, WHEREAS any reduction to STI/HIV funding would negatively impact the Austin/Travis County community. Rationale: NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Austin Travis County Public Health …
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CIS Central Texas Services and Outcomes for Austin/Del Valle Students The Need for CIS Services • 1 in 3 children in Central Texas lives below 200% of the poverty line. • 1 in 4 children in Central Texas is food insecure. • 1 in 5 students has experienced sexual abuse or assault nationally. • 1 in 4 children nationally has experienced physical abuse by a caregiver. • 1 / 4 Americans had an alcoholic parent • 1 / 8 Americans witnessed their mother in an abusive relationship 3 How Trauma Impacts Students • Trauma changes how the brain processes information – survival mode over learning mode. • Students may struggle with memory, focus, and attention in class. • Trauma triggers can lead to fight, flight, or freeze responses, often seen as misbehavior. • Emotions live in the body – students may experience headaches, stomachaches, or restlessness. • Safety and connection are prerequisites for learning; without them, academic success is limited. • Consistent, supportive relationships are key to helping students regulate and re-engage. 4 Integrated Student Support (ISS) Model 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 • 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 Behavior Improvement by Targeted Need Area 7 Who We Serve in Austin 72 Schools 55 Austin ISD 13 Del Valle ISD 4 Harmony Public Schools 8 2024-25 Austin ISD Services 28,245 students received school-wide supports 5,114 students received intensive case management $433,569 direct assistance to students & families 94% of student body receive school- wide supports 81 community partnerships provided service 9 Total …
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WHEREAS The foundation of health in Austin and Travis County is shaped by longstanding structural conditions. Historical patterns of racial segregation, economic exclusion, and neighborhood disinvestment continue to influence present- day access to education, income, and opportunity. These inequities are especially pronounced in East Austin, where residents face compounded disadvantages, and WHEREAS the City of Austin 1928 Master Plan designated then East Avenue as the dividing racial line between East and West Austin, and WHEREAS Interestate 35 later replaced East Avenue, serving as a reinforced physical barrier between East and West Austin, and WHEREAS Interstate 35 tra(cid:431)ic and congestion have exacerbated health disparities of those living in East Austin, leading to less access to quality care and healthy foods, increased rates of chronic diseases such as diabetes and infectious disease, poor maternal health outcomes, and increased socioeconomic inequities, and WHEREAS Interstate 35 creates chronic stressors such as tra(cid:431)ic noise, heat, and pollution, leading to poor mental health and stress of those living nearby, and WHEREAS City Council has touted Cap and Stitch as a once in a generation opportunity to repair the physical divide created by Interstate 35 and assist in repairing over 100 years of segregation, and WHEREAS City Council has welcomed the creation of new public spaces for civic participation and unlocking long-term economic and community benefits, and WHEREAS Neighborhoods east of Interstate 35 tend to have a lower life expectancy compared to neighborhoods west of Interstate 35, ranging as low as 69 years old in east Austin and as high as 88 years old in west Austin, reflecting long-standing inequities in the social and economic conditions that shape health outcomes, and WHEREAS Data show that residents in historically underserved areas, particularly in East Austin, continue to experience shorter lifespans due to higher rates of chronic disease, fewer health care options, and limited access to other key resources, pointing to the urgent need for place-based investments and equity-focused public health strategies to close the life expectancy gap and improve outcomes for all residents, and WHEREAS The conditions of the neighborhoods where people live have a direct and lasting impact on health outcomes. Insecure housing, poor walkability, exposure to tra(cid:431)ic dangers, and gaps in infrastructure don’t just limit mobility, they compound stress, restrict access to services, and contribute to chronic disease, injury, and mental health challenges. These disparities reflect systemic patterns of underinvestment and exclusion, particularly in east Austin, …
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BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Austin Travis County Public Health Commission Recommendation Number: 20250604-005: Heat-Related Illness Prevention for Outdoor Workers Brief Description of the Topic: The Austin-Travis County Public Health Commission recommends that the city of Austin establish a program to incentivize employers to provide 10-minute water breaks every three hours during high-temperature months (May-September) without affecting employee wages. This recommendation responds to historical extreme heat conditions in Austin and the associated morbidity and mortality. Employers who participate in the program would self-certify their compliance, agree to on-site inspections, and receive discounted city services such as waste disposal and utilities. BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: WHEREAS the CDC has identified outdoor workers and laborers as a high-risk population vulnerable to extreme heat exposure and heat-related illnesses. WHEREAS Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), requires all employers of outdoor laborers to provide access to shade and water, implement heat acclimatization protocols for new and returning workers, and conduct training on heat-related illness prevention. Texas does not impose additional heat-related protective regulations beyond these federal requirements. WHEREAS The Texas Regulatory Consistency Act, House Bill 2127 restricts the authority of cities and counties to enact local ordinances, such as mandating water breaks for outdoor workers. WHEREAS Between May 1, 2024, and September 30, 2024, there were 18 days with a max temperature of 100 degrees Fahrenheit and 73 days with highs over 100 degrees Fahrenheit. WHEREAS Between May 1, 2024, and September 30, 2024, there were a total of 15 heat related deaths in the Austin metro area. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Austin Travis County Public Health Commission recommends that the City of Austin: 1. Establish a program to incentivize employers of outdoor workers to provide 10-minute water breaks every three hours during high-temperature months (May-September), without affecting employee wages. 2. Employers who participate will: a. Self-certify that they provide 10-minute water breaks every three hours. b. Agree to on-site inspections or monitoring to ensure adherence to their self- certification c. Receive discounted city services and permitting. These services include, but are not limited to: 1. Residential construction and remodeling permits 2. Commercial building and trade services permits 3. Waste collection services 4. Site plan permits Date of Approval: _____________________________ Record of the vote: Attest: _____________________________________________ (Staff or board member can sign)
Draft March Minutes — original pdf
AUSTIN TRAVIS COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH COMMISSION Wednesday, March 4th, 2026 AUSTIN TRAVIS COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, March 4th, 2026 The Austin Travis County Public Health Commission convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, March 4th, 2026, at 301 West 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Natalie Poindexter called the Austin Travis County Public Health Commission Meeting to order at 2:39 pm. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Natalie Poindexter, Chair Chris Crookham Jacob Whitty Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Enrique Lin Shiao, Vice Chair Jawad Ali William Rice Martha Lujan Cara Dahlhausen Board Members/Commissioners Absent: NONE Ex-Officio and Staff in Attendance: Adrienne Sturrup, Direcor, Austin Public Health Dr. Desmar Walkes, Austin/Travis County Public Health Authority Daniela Romero, Staff, Austin Public Health Ex-Officio and Staff in Attendance Remotely: Ana Almaguel Megan Cermak Juanita Jackson Ex-Officio and Staff Absent: Perla Cavazos PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Austin Travis County Public Health Commission regular meeting on March 4th, 2026. The minutes for the regular meeting of February 4th, 2026, were approved on Commissioner Jacob Whitty’s motion, Commissioner William Rice second on a 6-0 vote. (Off-dais: Commissioner Enrique Lin Shiao and Commissioner Martha Lujan) DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. Presentation by the Refugee Collective. Presentation by Meg Erskine, Co-Founder and CEO. Review and discuss goals set for FY 2026. The Commission reviewed the five primary goals established for the next six months of the 2026 fiscal year. The Chair emphasized defining these goals within the specific scope and capabilities of Public Health. Commissioners will be assigned to each goal by the chair and will be discussed in next months agenda. Goal 1: Food Plan and Support: Focus on the Food Plan Advisory Board and associated committee work. Goal 2: Community Partnerships: Exploring data-sharing and asset mapping with partners like the University of Texas (UT) to support ongoing commission work. Goal 3: Refugee Equity and Health: Addressing the health needs of the refugee community; noted the attendance of the Refugee Collective at the current meeting. Goal 4: Public Health Education and Awareness: Increasing information dissemination to connected communities and amplifying the work of Ex-Officios. Commissioner Crookham will discuss topic with sustainability committee and report back with updates. Goal 5: Economic Impacts of Public Health: Analyzing the preventative value of public health and the economic consequences when it is not prioritized in policy conversations. After discussing, this …
Agenda — original pdf
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER ADVISORY BOARD WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Michelle Rojas, 512-974-3771, Michelle.Rojas@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Angelica Navarro (D-8), Chair Hilario “Larry” Amaro (D-10), Member Lynda Quintana (D-6), Member Noemi Castro (D-2), Member Raul “Roy” Reyna (D-1), Member Alexander “Al” Duarte (D-7), Member Selma Sanchez (D-9), Member John Estrada (D-3), Member Vacant (D-4), Member Cynthia “Cy” Herrera (D-5), Member Lillian “Lily” Zamarripa-Saenz (Mayor), Vice Chair AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB- MACC) regular meeting of March 25, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing on March and April programs, marketing and outreach efforts, signature event planning, and staffing updates. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) Presenter(s): Olivia Tamzarian, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Marketing & Outreach Representative, Austin Arts Culture, Music and Entertainment & Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager, Austin Arts Culture, Music and Entertainment DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. Update on Phase 2 Construction Project. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) Presenter(s): Heidi Tse, Capital Delivery Project Manager, Austin Capital Delivery Services Update on future Capital Improvement Project (CIP) plan regarding the replacement of the hot water line. (Sponsors: Reyna, Castro) Presenter(s): Heidi Tse, Capital Delivery Project Manager, Austin Capital Delivery Services DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Conduct officer elections for the Chair and Vice Chair. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa- Saenz) Approve a letter of support to City Council on the naming of a space at the Mexican American Cultural Center after Vanessa Guillen. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) Reactivate the Awards of Excellence Working Group to discuss nominations for 2026 awardees, selection committee, …
Preview List — original pdf
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATIONS UNDER REVIEW FOR APRIL 1, 2026 MEETING This list does not constitute a formal agenda and is subject to change. A final agenda will be posted at least 3 business days prior to the meeting. 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. Speaker Registration will open once the formal agenda is posted. For questions, please email preservation@austintexas.gov. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Historic Landmark Commission regular meeting on March 4, 2026. BRIEFINGS 2. 3. 4. 5. Staff briefing regarding the Downtown Density Bonus Program Update by Alan Pani, Planner Principal, Austin Planning. Staff briefing on FY26 Heritage Preservation Grants by Kristina Koufos, Project Coordinator, Heritage Tourism Division, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment (AACME). Staff briefing regarding the Barton Springs Bridge Project by Eric Bailey, Department Director, Capital Delivery Services. Briefing regarding 1010 E. Cesar Chavez St. by Ingrid Featherston, Senior Architect, MF Architecture. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS Historic Zoning 6. C14H-2026-0018 – 1906 Maple Ave. Thompson House Council District 1 Proposal: Commission-initiated historic zoning. Applicant: Historic Landmark Commission City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. HR-2026-027581; C14H-2004-0005 – 709 Rio Grande St. Sayers House Council District 9 Proposal: Convert use of property from residential to educational with life safety improvements and rehabilitation to the exterior. Applicant: Chad Johnson City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 HR-2026-028338; C14H-1978-0038 – 713 Congress Ave. Paramount Theatre Council District 9 Proposal: Replace a non-historic storefront and install life safety and accessibility updates. Applicant: Ashley Knight-Rositas City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 PR-2026-008188 – 1005 E. 8th St. Robertson/Stuart & Mair Local Historic District Council District 1 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building. Applicant: Robbie MacGregor City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 HR-2026-021800 – 1107 W. 9th St. Castle Hill Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Remodel a contributing house. Applicant: Nathan Griffith City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 HR-2026-027548 – 4010 Avenue B Hyde Park Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Rehabilitate a contributing property and construct a single-family …
Agenda — original pdf
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS 301 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Historic Landmark Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, please use the QR code or link at the end of this document. For questions, please email preservation@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS BEN HEIMSATH, CHAIR (D-8) CARL LAROSCHE (D-6) ROXANNE EVANS, VICE CHAIR (D-2) TREY MCWHORTER (D-10) JEFFREY ACTON (MAYOR) TONYA PLEASANT-WRIGHT (D-1) JAIME ALVAREZ (D-7) JUDAH RICE (D-4) HARMONY GROGAN (D-5) BAT TANIGUCHI (D-9) KEVIN KOCH (D-3) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Historic Landmark Commission regular meeting on March 4, 2026. BRIEFINGS 2. 3. 4. 5. Staff briefing regarding the Downtown Density Bonus Program Update by Alan Pani, Planner Principal, Austin Planning. Staff briefing on FY26 Heritage Preservation Grants by Kristina Koufos, Project Coordinator, Heritage Tourism Division, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment (AACME). Staff briefing regarding the Barton Springs Bridge Project by Eric Bailey, Department Director, Capital Delivery Services. Briefing regarding 1010 E. Cesar Chavez St. by Ingrid Gonzalez Featherston, AIA, Senior Architect, MF Architecture; Sarah Johnson, AIA, Principal Architect, MF Architecture; Sam Covey; Adam Lucas. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS Historic Zoning 6. C14H-2026-0018 – 1906 Maple Ave. Thompson House Council District 1 Proposal: Commission-initiated historic zoning. Applicant: Historic Landmark Commission City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends the proposed zoning change from family residence-historic district-neighborhood plan (SF-3-HD-NP) to family residence-historic landmark-historic district neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-HD-NP) combining district zoning. Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 7. 8. HR-2026-027581; C14H-2004-0005 – 709 Rio Grande St. Sayers House Council District 9 Proposal: Rehabilitate a City of Austin landmark for use as a school. Applicant: Chad Johnson City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic …
0.0 - HLC_03_04_26_Draft Minutes — original pdf
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS 301 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Historic Landmark Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live CURRENT COMMISSIONERS X BEN HEIMSATH, CHAIR (D-8) AB CARL LAROSCHE (D-6) X ROXANNE EVANS, VICE CHAIR (D-2) X TREY MCWHORTER (D-10) X JEFFREY ACTON (MAYOR) X TONYA PLEASANT-WRIGHT (D-1) X JAIME ALVAREZ (D-7) X JUDAH RICE (D-4) AB HARMONY GROGAN (D-5) X BAT TANIGUCHI (D-9) X KEVIN KOCH (D-3) DRAFT MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: 6:01PM 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. Karen Kocher spoke on the Barton Springs Bridge project. Jason Haskins spoke on the Barton Springs Bridge project. Ricca Keepers spoke on a project at 522 Sunny Ln. David Heymann spoke on the Barton Springs Bridge project. Bill Bunch spoke on the Barton Springs Bridge project. Ben Livingston spoke on the Barton Springs Bridge project. Charles E. Walker spoke on the Barton Springs Bridge project. Patricia Bobeck spoke on the Barton Springs Bridge project. Meghan King Namour gave updates on Preservation Austin. Asai Meyer spoke about transportation planning. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Historic Landmark Commission regular meeting on February 4, 2026. MOTION: Approve the minutes per passage of the consent agenda, on a motion by Commissioner Koch. Commissioner Acton seconded the motion. Vote 9-0. The motion passed. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS Historic Zoning 2. C14H-1987-0016 – 810 W. 10th St. Mayer-Howse House Council District 9 Proposal: Recommend ordinance cleanup via Commission-initiated historic zoning to Planning Commission and City Council. Applicant: Historic Landmark Commission City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends the proposed zoning change from general office- equitable transit-oriented development-equitable transit-oriented density bonus (GO- ETODDBETOD) district zoning to general office-historic landmark-equitable transit-oriented development-equitable transit-oriented density bonus (GO-H-ETOD-DBETOD) district zoning as a means of correcting the existing administrative record. MOTION: Recommend historic zoning per staff recommendation with the passage of the consent agenda, on a motion by Commissioner Koch. Commissioner Acton seconded the motion. Vote 9-0. The motion passed. National Register Historic District Permit Applications 3. 4. HR-2025-145729 – 2100 Barton Springs Rd. WITHDRAWN BY APPLICANT. No …
02.0 - DDB Program Update Briefing - presentation — original pdf
Downtown Density Bonus Phase 1 – Proposal Austin Planning | Historic Landmark Commission | 4/1/2026 Agenda • • • Background Existing Program & Process Proposed Changes • Urban Design Standards • Community Benefits | • Downtown Density Bonus Process • Stakeholder Engagement, Feedback, and Timeline 2 Background City Council Resolution Downtown Density Bonus Update Resolution No. 20240718-185 in July 2024 directed staff to update the Downtown Density Bonus (DDB) program Requested: Updates to gatekeeper requirements Integration of Rainey subdistrict Creation of new subdistricts Prioritization of accessibility and shade opportunities Simplification of the affordability program Alignment of the program with the Equitable Transit-Oriented Development (ETOD) overlay. Downtown Density Bonus – Phase 1 In response to Senate Bill 840, Council adopted Ordinance No. 20251023-063, which amended the Central Business District Zone and directed staff to update the DDB program by June 2026 for three DDB subdistricts 4 Existing Program & Process Phase 1 - Existing Height & FAR Map After the recent adoption of the Central Business District Zone amendments and updates to the DDB, the three subdistricts in Phase 1 have the following entitlements available via the DDB program: Core Subdistrict – 350ft of height and 25:1 FAR* Rainey Subdistrict – 350ft of height and 15:1 FAR* Convention Center Subdistrict – 350ft of height and 15:1 FAR* Applicants can request Council approval to exceed these entitlements *FAR limits are only applicable to commercial developments 6 Proposed Changes Phase I – Proposed Applicability Revised to remove the Red River Cultural District from Phase I To be updated and included in Phase II of the DDB Update DDB is a voluntary program Supersedes the following overlays: Capitol Dominance Overlay Equitable Transit-Oriented Development Density Bonus Waterfront Overlay 8 Phase I – Combining Districts Each combining district will have different entitlements/requirements. Phase I will create 2 combining districts: DDB400 has +400 ft DDB850 has +850 ft Additional height is additive to the property’s base zoning height limit E.g., a CBD-DDB400 site could build up to 750 ft (350 ft base height + 400 bonus ft) Sites will be rezoned into DDB400 in Phase I. Sites will be eligible to request rezoning into DDB850 through the standard rezoning process. Max height cannot be exceeded by …
04.0 - Barton Springs Bridge Briefing - presentation — original pdf
Barton Springs Road Bridge Capital Delivery Services | 04 Feb 2026 Project Project Background Background Project History About the Bridge Nearly 100years old built in 1926 20,000 Vehicles per day 1946 Bridge Expansion Key Entrance to Zilker Park and for Major City Events 3 Project Site Protect Park Monuments Bridge Site Challenge and Constraint Categories: Park and Historic Environmental Roadway Intersection Bridge 4 Project Purpose and Need Project Needs Project Goals / Outcomes Age of Structure 100 yrs old, Associated structural degradation Safety Barton Springs roadway not aligned Hillside instability at Umlauf Gardens Provide 75 Year Bridge Service Life Improve Safety Stabilize Umlauf Gardens Insufficient Paths Not enough bike or pedestrian paths on bridge Add Multi-modal and Connect with Park Trails Intersection Congestion At Barton Springs / Azie Morton intersection Reduce Congestion with addition of right turn 5 Project Purpose and Need Roadway Alignment Issues 6 Project Purpose and Need Goal During Construction Maintain two-way traffic during construction Maintain the Azie Morton / Barton Springs intersection during construction 20,000 Vehicles per day on Barton Springs Road (cid:127) Important commuter route (cid:127) Key access to Zilker Park (cid:127) Access to many special events (Trail of Lights, Austin City Limits, Blues on the Green, Zilker Park) 7 Project Options Project Options Rehabilitation or Replacement Options 9 Project Elements Elements Required for Rehabilitation or Replacement Bike Lanes Sidewalk / Path Shared Use Path Proposed Bridge Widened Bike Lane Accommodates Accommodate hiking Trails Wider Ped. Paths off-road biker trail users Accommodates Pedestrians for Special Events Multimodal areas to accommodate off-road hike and bike trail users Longer service life length Wider bridge Better alignment for safety Dedicated bike lanes 10 Bridge Inspection Bridge Inspection Findings Deck (with integral longitudinal joint), floor beams, and spandrel columns exhibited the most degradation. All structural components exhibited some degradation. Degraded Concrete Spandrel Column Spalling Exposed and Corroded Rebar Exposed and Corroded Rebar 11 Rehabilitation Options Spandrel Columns Arch Ribs Bridge Inspection Findings Rehabilitation for increased service life requires removal of deck, floor beams, and spandrel columns Demolish the structure to the arch ribs. Significant work is needed: major rehabilitation or bridge replacement. Do Nothing is not an option 1 Preserve Rehabilitation Option 1 is not feasible 12 Rehabilitation Options Improve Paths Arch ribs …
04.1 - BSRB BCER URS Resp to WJE comments Table 2023-10-20 — original pdf
Job No.: CLMP167 Title: Bridge Concept Engineering Report (BCER) Peer Review PEER REVIEW COMMENTS Date: October 10, 2023 Preparer: URS/AECOM Reviewer: WJE – Brian D. Merrill, PE Responder: URS / AECOM Discipline: Bridge/Structures Status: ☐Criteria ☐100% ☐90% ☐60% ☐30% ☒Draft Report Review Purpose: ☒Independent Peer Review ☐Discipline ☐Project Approach Review ☐Interdiscipline ☐Other: Action Code: A ‐ Agree, will comply D ‐ Delete comment1 E ‐ Exception taken Commen t No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Drawing, Spec, or Page No. Pdf 7 Pdf 7 Pdf 8 Comment Action/Response2 The statement highlighted is possibly overstated. Neither TxDOT nor the City have performed additional inspections/assessments over time that aren’t related to the current efforts. The condition ratings for the deck, superstructure, and substructure are all 6 (Satisfactory condition) and have been that way for the many years. TxDOT has not increased the frequency of safety inspections. We do agree that at almost 100 years old, the original portions of the bridge may be approaching the end of their useful life. Given the desire for the “next” bridge to last 75+ years, keeping the original poses some challenges. We propose to revise the highlighted statement as follows, "The condition of the structure has progressively deteriorated over its lifespan and this points towards more detailed inspection and condition assessments looking forward ." Comment acknowledged. Rehab Options 2 & 3 appear to address a similar approach taken for the Congress Ave bridge over Lady Bird Lake and SH 29 at S. San Gabriel River in Georgetown. These designs both left the arches and spandrel columns in place but not acting as part of the structural system. This bridge’s skew and the location of the spandrel columns makes adding a new substructure on the existing foundations more challenging, if not impossible. Agree this concept was considered. Comment acknowledged. The retrofitted spandrels are intended to be engaged for vertical loads. Pdf 9 Phase 2 of the Preliminary Selection and Concept Eng. Process was not provided to WJE for review. Deliverables for Phase 2 were transmitted by URS/AECOM to the City of Austin. Pdf 12 The CoA streel “levels” (per CoA Street Design Guide) for Bartron Springs were not mentioned. We suggest it likely falls under level 3 – but the lane widths shown in Section 2.2 Geometric development, are too narrow for this street level. Comment acknowledged. These lane widths were a product of coordination …
04.2 - BSRB BCER Public Release Redacted 2023.12.08_Part1 — original pdf
This page intentionally left blank 2 BARTON SPRINGS ROAD BRIDGE OVER BARTON CREEK PROJECT Bridge Concept Engineering Report CIP ID #5873.031 AUSTIN, TEXAS OCTOBER 2023 PREPARED FOR The City of Austin PREPARED BY URS – an AECOM Company Texas P.E. Firm Registration No. F‐3162 13640 Briarwick Drive Suite 200 Austin, TX 78729 Telephone: 512‐454‐4797 Website: aecom.com 3 Date: October 26, 2023 This page intentionally left blank 4 Contents Executive Summary .....................................................................................................................9 1 Project Summary .................................................................................................................11 1.1 1.2 Background ............................................................................................................................... 11 Project Objectives ..................................................................................................................... 11 1.3 Description of the Bridge Project Process ............................................................................. 12 1.4 Project and Report Scope ........................................................................................................ 13 2 Project Area ..........................................................................................................................15 3 Existing Conditions ............................................................................................................16 3.1 3.2 Bridge Cultural/Historical Conditions .................................................................................. 16 Bridge Structural Condition ................................................................................................... 16 3.2.1 3.2.2 Traffic Conditions ............................................................................................................ 17 Preliminary Environmental Conditions ........................................................................ 18 4 Alternative Development and Selection Process .........................................................23 4.1 Initial Assessments (2018‐2019) .............................................................................................. 23 4.1.1 4.1.2 4.1.3 4.1.4 Early Geometric Concepts .............................................................................................. 23 Bridge Rehabilitation Feasibility .................................................................................... 24 Bridge Replacement Concepts ........................................................................................ 24 Design Reviews and Funding Pause ............................................................................. 24 4.2 Bridge Alternative Development (2021‐2022) ...................................................................... 24 4.2.1 4.2.2 4.2.3 4.2.4 4.2.5 Design Charrette .............................................................................................................. 25 City Department Vetting and Alternative Refinement ............................................... 25 Initial Agency Vetting ..................................................................................................... 25 Bridge Alternatives (Comparison of Options) ............................................................. 25 Additional Agency Vetting ............................................................................................. 32 4.3 Public Involvement .................................................................................................................. 32 4.3.1 4.3.2 4.3.3 Open House ...................................................................................................................... 32 Public Comment Summary ............................................................................................. 32 Post Open House Discussions ........................................................................................ 33 5 Proposed Improvements ...................................................................................................34 5.1 5.2 Bridge Cross‐Section ................................................................................................................ 37 Bridge Aesthetic Design .......................................................................................................... 37 5 5.3 5.4 Roadway Design ...................................................................................................................... 38 Park Area Design ..................................................................................................................... 39 5.4.1 5.4.2 5.4.3 5.4.4 Structure/Tree Protection and Mitigation ..................................................................... 39 Zilker Park – Zilker Eagle ............................................................................................... 40 Zilker Park Hike/Bike Trail ............................................................................................. 40 Umlauf Garden Retaining Wall ..................................................................................... 40 5.5 Structural Design ...................................................................................................................... 41 5.6 Utility Design ............................................................................................................................ 42 6 Construction Phases and Methods ..................................................................................44 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 Construction Phases ................................................................................................................ 44 Foundation and Substructure Construction ......................................................................... 45 Superstructure Construction .................................................................................................. 46 Construction Sequence/Maintenance of Traffic ................................................................... 46 6.4.1 6.4.2 6.4.3 6.4.4 Phase 1 ............................................................................................................................... 47 Phase 2 ............................................................................................................................... 48 Phase 3 ............................................................................................................................... 49 Final Construction ............................................................................................................ 50 7 Project Cost ..........................................................................................................................51 Appendices Appendix A ‐ Early Studies A‐1 ‐ Section 106 Report – Sept 2016 A‐2 ‐ Bridge Inspection Report – Jan 2017 A‐3 ‐ Traffic Memo – Jan 2018 Appendix B ‐ Bridge Initial Assessments B‐1 ‐ Initial Geometry ‐ Feb 2018 B‐2 ‐ Rehabilitation Feasibility …
04.2 - BSRB BCER Public Release Redacted 2023.12.08_Part2 — original pdf
C-2 - Draft Interim Bridge Status Memorandum – Feb 2022 Barton Springs Rd. Bridge over Barton Creek Interim Bridge Status REVISIONS Project: City of Austin – Barton Springs Road Bridge over Barton Creek Document: Interim Bridge Status Memorandum Revision Date of Issue Description D0 D1 D2 01/17/19 01/25/19 02/24/22 Draft Issue for Internal Comment Draft Issue for City Management Team Review/Comment Draft Issue for City Management Team Review/Comment Statement of Limitations This report is intended for the City of Austin and is not to be distributed to third parties outside the City’s organization. This interim memo provides an update regarding the status of the conceptual design work performed by URS for the proposed facility. This work is ongoing and not complete. Information included in this memo is subject to change prior to release of the Final Bridge Conceptual Engineering Report. Page ii Barton Springs Rd. Bridge over Barton Creek Interim Bridge Status CONTENTS PAGE 1. 2. INTRODUCTION............................................................................................ 1 Background ........................................................................................... 1 1.1 Project Objectives .................................................................................. 1 1.2 Bridge Engineering Process ...................................................................... 2 1.3 1.3.1 Preliminary Selection and Concept Engineering – Process Phase 1 ...... 2 1.3.2 Preliminary Selection and Concept Engineering – Process Phase 2 ...... 3 1.3.3 Preliminary Selection and Concept Engineering – Process Phase 3 ...... 3 2.4 2.5 SUMMARY OF RESULTS ................................................................................. 4 Bridge Cultural/Historical Background ....................................................... 4 2.1 Barton Springs/Azie Morton Road Intersection Assessment .......................... 4 2.2 Roadway Alignment Concepts (Rehabilitation vs Replacement) .................... 4 2.3 2.3.1 Rehabilitation Option .................................................................... 4 2.3.2 Replacement Option ..................................................................... 5 Maintenance of Traffic / Construction Phasing ............................................ 5 2.4.1 Phase 1 (Figure 2-3) ..................................................................... 5 2.4.2 Phase 2 (Figure 2-4) ..................................................................... 6 2.4.3 Phase 3 (Figure 2-5) ..................................................................... 6 2.4.4 Final Tasks – Complete Construction............................................... 7 Bridge Rehabilitation Summary ................................................................ 7 2.5.1 Introduction ................................................................................ 7 2.5.2 Bridge Rehabilitation Feasibility ...................................................... 7 2.5.3 Description of Existing Condition .................................................... 7 2.5.4 Service Life Estimates ................................................................... 8 2.5.5 Existing Structure - Load Capacity Estimates ................................... 9 2.5.6 Rehabilitation Concept and Components ........................................ 10 2.5.7 Rehabilitation Renderings ............................................................ 11 2.5.8 Estimated Costs ......................................................................... 11 Bridge Replacement Summary ............................................................... 12 2.6.1 Introduction .............................................................................. 12 2.6.2 Bridge Replacement Feasibility ..................................................... 12 2.6.3 Replacement Concept and Components ......................................... 12 2.6.4 Estimated Costs ......................................................................... 13 Conceptual Zilker Park/Pedestrian Opportunities ...................................... 13 2.7.1 Structure/Tree Protection and Mitigation ....................................... 14 2.7.2 Zilker Park – Zilker Zephyr .......................................................... 14 2.7.3 Zilker Park Hike/Bike Trail ........................................................... 14 2.7.4 Barton Springs Road ................................................................... …
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C-4 - Rehabilitation vs Replacement Memo – September 2022 City of Austin Barton Springs Road Bridge over Barton Creek Rehabilitation vs. Replacement Memorandum CIP ID 5873.031 URS Corporation 9400 Amberglen Blvd. Austin, TX 78729 (512) 419-5897 TX Firm F-3162 7650 W. Courtney Campbell Cswy. Tampa, FL 33607-1462 (813) 286-1711 September 28, 2022 Final (F1) This document is released under the authority of Robert B. Anderson Texas PE No. 111066 Barton Springs Road Bridge over Barton Creek Rehab vs. Replacement Memo REVISIONS Project: City of Austin – Barton Springs Road Bridge over Barton Creek Document: Rehab vs. Replacement Memo Revision Date of Issue Description D0 D1 D2 F1 08/22/2022 Draft Issue for Internal Comment 09/12/2022 Revised Draft Issue post PWD comments 09/19/2022 Revised Draft Issue cost table and replacement comparison 09/28/2022 Final Issue Contents 1. 2. 3. INTRODUCTION............................................................................................ 3 Purpose and Need .................................................................................. 3 1.1 Bridge Cultural / Historical Background / Existing Condition ......................... 3 1.2 DESIGN CONCEPTS ....................................................................................... 5 Design Elements Common to Both Rehabilitation and Replacement .............. 5 2.1 Rehabilitation Option .............................................................................. 5 2.2 Replacement Option ............................................................................... 7 2.3 COMPARISON OF PRELIMINARY REPLACEMENT / REHABILITATION CONCEPTS .................................................................................................. 10 4. SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATIONS ......................................................... 12 Statement of Limitations This report is intended for the City of Austin and is distributed to third parties outside the City’s organization, with their consent. This interim memo provides a direct comparison between the rehabilitation and replacement options for the Barton Springs Road Bridge over Barton Creek and provides a recommendation from the design team. This report is intended to outline the current design approach and highlight the pros and cons associated with the rehabilitation and replacement concepts. To limit the size and focus of this memo, the detailed work associated with existing bridge inspection and preliminary concept development and analysis are incorporated by reference. Page 2 of 13 Barton Springs Road Bridge over Barton Creek Rehab vs. Replacement Memo 1. INTRODUCTION This section of the report summarizes the purpose and need for the project and provides some Cultural and Historical Background. 1.1 Purpose and Need The purpose and need for this project is centered on safety-related bridge improvements that address the following items: Insufficient bike / pedestrian paths (functionally obsolete); Age of structure / structural degradation; Bridge roadway lanes not aligned with lanes east of Azie Morton; Hillside instability (rock fall) and obsolete retaining wall on Azie Morton east side …
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Project No. 0121-014 15 ft 2 ft 8 ft 18.5 ft 33.5 ft 40 ft SAMPLE PHOTOGRAPHS – W-1 Barton Springs Road Bridge Improvements Austin, Texas Sheet 1 of 2 40 ft – Del Rio Clayshale Project No. 0121-014 44 ft – Georgetown Limestone 45 ft 50 ft 55 ft 50 ft 60 ft SAMPLE PHOTOGRAPHS – W-1 Barton Springs Road Bridge Improvements Austin, Texas Sheet 2 of 2 Project No. 0121-014 15 ft 2 ft 7 ft 18.5 ft 33.5 ft 39 ft SAMPLE PHOTOGRAPHS – W-2 Barton Springs Road Bridge Improvements Austin, Texas Sheet 1 of 2 40 ft – Del Rio Clayshale 41.5 ft – Georgetown LS Project No. 0121-014 45 ft 55 ft 50 ft SAMPLE PHOTOGRAPHS – W-2 Barton Springs Road Bridge Improvements Austin, Texas 50 ft 60 ft Sheet 2 of 2 1 ft 7 ft 18.5 ft 28.5 ft Project No. 0121-014 15 ft 34.3 ft SAMPLE PHOTOGRAPHS – W-3 Barton Springs Road Bridge Improvements Austin, Texas Sheet 1 of 2 35 ft – Del Rio Clayshale Project No. 0121-014 39 ft – Georgetown Limestone 40 ft 45 ft 45 ft 50 ft SAMPLE PHOTOGRAPHS – W-3 Barton Springs Road Bridge Improvements Austin, Texas Sheet 2 of 2 0 ft 6 ft – Buda Limestone Project No. 0121-014 5.5 ft 10 ft SAMPLE PHOTOGRAPHS – W-4 Barton Springs Road Bridge Improvements Austin, Texas Sheet 1 of 6 10 ft 20 ft Project No. 0121-014 15 ft 20 ft 23 ft – Del Rio Clayshale 25 ft SAMPLE PHOTOGRAPHS – W-4 Barton Springs Road Bridge Improvements Austin, Texas 30 ft Sheet 2 of 6 30 ft 40 ft 35 ft 45 ft Project No. 0121-014 40 ft 50 ft SAMPLE PHOTOGRAPHS – W-4 Barton Springs Road Bridge Improvements Austin, Texas Sheet 3 of 6 Project No. 0121-014 55 ft 60 ft 50 ft 60 ft Core loss due to core barrel jam - 65 to 70 ft 65 ft 70 ft SAMPLE PHOTOGRAPHS – W-4 Barton Springs Road Bridge Improvements Austin, Texas Sheet 4 of 6 Core loss due to core barrel jam - 70 to 72 ft 70 ft Project No. 0121-014 75 ft 80 ft 80 ft – Georgetown Limestone 85 ft SAMPLE PHOTOGRAPHS – W-4 Barton Springs Road Bridge Improvements Austin, Texas 90 ft Sheet 5 of 6 Project No. 0121-014 95 ft 100 ft 90 ft 100 ft 105 ft …
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D-2 - Initial US Army Corps of Engineers Meeting – Nov. 2022 D-3 - Section 106 Evaluation – January 2023 SECTION 106 EFFECTS ASSESSMENT OF THE BARTON SPRINGS ROAD BRIDGE CITY OF AUSTIN TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS January 2023 Section 106 Effects Assessment of the Barton Springs Road Bridge, Austin, Travis County, Texas Prepared by: Kurt Korfmacher Architectural Historian and Principal Investigator And Erica Koteras Historian Consulting Firm: AmaTerra Environmental, Inc. Contact Information: 11842 Rim Rock Trail Austin, TX 78737 Telephone: (512) 329-0031 January 2023 Barton Springs Road Bridge Section 106 Evaluation ABSTRACT At the request of URS Corporation and on behalf of the City of Austin (City), AmaTerra Environmental, Inc. (AmaTerra) conducted an assessment of effect to the Barton Springs Road Bridge in Austin, Travis County, Texas. Barton Springs Road Bridge is a contributing resource to the Zilker Park Historic District, a property listed in the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP). The City proposes improvements to Barton Springs Road that would necessitate changes to the bridge, potentially including replacement of the existing bridge with a new structure. As the proposed undertaking would require permitting from the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), it is subject to the requirements of Section 106 (36 CFR Part 800) of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). As the City is a political entity of the State of Texas, the Antiquities Code of Texas (Texas Natural Resources Code, Title 9, Chapter 191) and its associated regulations (13 TAC 26) also apply. In October 2022, professional historians meeting the Secretary of Interior Standards conducted an evaluation of the proposed project and its potential for effect on the NRHP-listed bridge and related contributing resources to the Zilker Park Historic District per Section 106 guidelines. Zilker Park Historic District is listed in the NRHP under Criteria A and C at the local level in the areas of Architecture, Conservation, Entertainment/Recreation, and Landscape Architecture, with a period of significance of 1917-1947. Both Barton Springs Road Bridge and the Main Entrance Piers (contributing) are within the project area. The proposed bridge improvements are associated with a larger overall plan for Zilker Park known as the Zilker Park Vision Plan. This ambitious multi-year proposal would make major changes to large sections of Zilker Park to improve pedestrian flow and access, improve safety, restore and protect the natural environment, and make general improvements to how the park is accessed and …
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E-1 - Open House Boards E-2 - Public Comments – April 2023 Barton Springs Road Bridge Over Barton Creek Project Public Meeting Summary (April 2023) Contents Public Engagement Process ................................................................................................................................................ 2 Public Comment Results ..................................................................................................................................................... 2 Overall Sentiment Analysis ............................................................................................................................................ 2 Public Comments ............................................................................................................................................................. 3 No Changes to Bridge ‐ roughly 20% ........................................................................................................................ 3 Against Replacement ‐ roughly 5% ........................................................................................................................... 3 In Favor of Rehabilitation ‐ roughly 30% .................................................................................................................. 3 In Favor of Replacement – 30% .................................................................................................................................. 3 Undetermined/Miscellaneous – 10% ......................................................................................................................... 3 Results for Optional Demographic Questions ................................................................................................................. 3 Appendix: All Comments ................................................................................................................................................... 8 1 Public Engagement Process On April 4, 2023, the Austin Transportation & Public Works Department (TPW) conducted its first in‐person public meeting on the Barton Springs Road Bridge Project. Although this meeting was postponed from March 2, 2023, due to local weather conditions, the virtual public meeting went online on March 2 as planned and remained live through April 18 when all public comments were due. The purpose of this in‐person and virtual meeting was to present the project and to gather community feedback on various alternatives for improving safety and mobility for the Barton Springs Road Bridge. Many of the existing bridge’s features are functionally obsolete and require rehabilitation or replacement to ensure safety and longevity. Promotion of the public meeting (both in‐person and virtual) included a flyer mailout to the project stakeholder list of individuals and organizations; placement of meeting signs in the neighborhoods in and around the project area; postings on social media sites (NextDoor, Facebook, and Twitter); and a media advisory. Public Comment Results Public comments were gathered in two ways: on paper during the in‐person public meeting on April 4, 2023 and online as part of the virtual public meeting that started on March 2. All comments were due on April 18. Both in‐person and online, meeting participants were asked to share their feedback in one open‐ended question: Do you have any comments or questions for the project team? The online version also included optional demographic questions. The online survey was open from March 2 – April 18 whereas the in‐person public meeting took place on one evening (April 4). A total of 187 comments were received during the comment period; 11 of those comments were gathered during the in‐person meeting while the remainder were submitted online. Overall there were 1,677 views of the virtual public meeting, 189 participated in …
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E-3 - Mobility Committee Presentation - May 2023