RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission acts in an advisory capacity on all projects and programs that affect the quality of life for the citizens of Austin, and to make recommendations for standards and recommend and initiate specific studies; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission reviews and analyzes the policies relating to the environmental quality of the City; and WHEREAS, community-based organizations, People Organized in Defense of Earth and her Resources (PODER), have brought forward a recommendation to Austin City Council to purchase the properties at Montopolis and Fairway to secure them for future low-income single-family housing; and WHEREAS, in 2001, the Austin City Council adopted the Montopolis Neighborhood Plan, which called for sustaining its single-family zoning in the heart of Montopolis; and WHEREAS, the 2018 report, “Uprooted: Residential Displacement in Austin’s Gentrifying Neighborhood and What Can be Done About It,” commissioned by the Austin City Council and completed by University of Texas experts recommended that the city make strategic, anti- displacement investments in Montopolis to protect it from further gentrification; and WHEREAS, for years, the Montopolis Neighborhood Plan Contact Team, along with other supporters, have been fighting to sustain its single-family zoning; and WHEREAS, Montopolis already has the highest concentration of multifamily, commercial, and industrial zoning of any planning area in the city, and building under these zoning categories have been constructed at the permitted restriction of 80% impervious coverage, worsening the urban heat island effect, erosion of the Colorado River, and flooding without natural drainage from green spaces that once made Montopolis the most undeveloped neighborhood in East Austin; and WHEREAS, the 1.9 acres, known as the Montopolis-Fairway Zoning case, is currently zoned for single-family housing and includes properties at 6202, 6204 Caddie Street; 6205, 6211, 6215 Fairway Street; 1600, 1604, 1606, 1608, 1612, and 1614 Montopolis Drive; and WHEREAS, while the zoning request from the developer to change the zoning from single-family to vertical mixed-use was denied, the property remains vulnerable to future gentrifying developments; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Environmental Commission recommends that the City of Austin purchase the property included in the Montopolis-Fairway zoning case to build low- income single-family housing and protect the neighborhood from future gentrification.
People Organized in Defense of Earth and her Resources TO: Mariana Krueger, Chair, and Environmental Commission Members FROM: Susana Almanza, Director DATE: May 13, 2026 Subject: Adoption or Resolution for City of Austin to Acquire Montopolis-Fairway Properties For years, the Montopolis Neighborhood Plan Contact Team, along with other supporters, has been fighting to sustain its single-family zoning. The 1.9 acres, known as the Montopolis-Fairway Zoning case, includes properties at 6202, 6204 Caddie Street; 6205, 6211, 6215 Fairway Street; 1600, 1604, 1606, 1608, 1612, and 1614 Montopolis Drive, which have been under constant threat from profit-seeking real- estate developers with little to no regard for the Montopolis community’s fragile natural and cultural environment, or its iconic history. Our green spaces, like our single-family zoning, are precious and limited. Help us to protect our families and our community by purchasing properties located in the Montopolis-Fairway zoning case. Montopolis already has the highest concentration of multi-family, commercial, and industrial zoning of any planning area in the city, and buildings under these zoning categories have been constructed at the permitted restriction of 80% impervious coverage, worsening the urban heat island effect, erosion of the Colorado River, and flooding without natural drainage from green spaces that once made Montopolis the most undeveloped neighborhood in East Austin. PODER request that the Environmental Commission support our Resolution to have the Austin City Council to purchase the Montopolis-Fairway Properties. PODER P.O. Box 17294 Austin, TX 78744 512-770-7896 email: poder.austin@gmail.com
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Environmental Commission Recommendation 20260520-005: Austin Energy Gas Peakers and Alternatives WHEREAS, it is the Environmental Commission’s responsibility to advise “on projects and programs which affect quality of life for the citizens of Austin”; and WHEREAS, the greenhouse gas emissions reduction goal established by the Austin City Council in the Climate Equity Plan is to achieve “net-zero community-wide greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, utilizing a steep decline path followed by negative emissions,” which translates to approximately 75% reduction in emissions by 2030; and WHEREAS, meeting the greenhouse gas reduction goals adopted by the Austin City Council in the Climate Equity Plan isn’t possible without significant emissions reductions by Austin Energy in the near, medium, and long-term; and WHEREAS, any increase in greenhouse gas emissions does not align with the Climate Equity Plan or the greenhouse gas reduction goals adopted by the Austin City Council; and WHEREAS, reducing and eliminating local air pollution, especially in and near historically and currently marginalized and lower-income parts of the community, is an important equity and community health priority reflected in the Climate Equity Plan; and WHEREAS, methane - the primary component of natural gas - has 86 times the global warming potential as carbon dioxide when emitted directly into the atmosphere, which is a well- documented problem, and natural gas also releases carbon dioxide emissions when combusted; and WHEREAS, the Austin Energy Resource, Generation and Climate Protection Plan includes a commitment to “incorporating community input, prior to bringing a [natural gas peaker] project forward for approval”, and WHEREAS, the Austin Energy Resource, Generation and Climate Protection Plan states, “should Austin Energy seek Council approval for any peaker units, we will show any analysis performed demonstrating why a carbon-free alternative was not available and how the requested action will impact the utility’s ability to reach the goal of 100% carbon-free by 2035”, and . WHEREAS, the Austin City Charter states that all purchases greater than $5,000 must be let through a competitive bidding process, and WHEREAS, Texas state law requires municipalities to use competitive purchasing for purchases over $50,000, and WHEREAS, Austin Energy is requesting authorization to develop and execute a contract to purchase 400 megawatts of gas-burning peaker power generation without issuing a request for proposals or bids and without revealing to the public the cost, with whom the contract would be with, where the peakers would be located, how the …
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Environmental Commission Recommendation 20260520-002: Mopac South Expansion WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission was given a presentation on May 6, 2026, regarding the MoPac South Expansion; and WHEREAS, the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) proposes adding two new toll lanes in each direction, a total of 4 new lanes, from Cesar Chavez Street to Slaughter Lane; and WHEREAS, CTRMA has expanded the project, proposing to add between one and three new auxiliary and free lanes in each direction along the eight-mile route; WHEREAS, the proposed bridge over Lady Bird Lake, Zilker Park, and Austin High School would be expanded from 8 lanes to 13 lanes; and WHEREAS, the Austin City Council has passed Resolution 20241212-066 expressing concern about the environmental impact of the MoPac South expansion, lack of consideration of viable alternatives, and integration with existing public transportation; and WHEREAS, the Austin City Council passed Resolution 20190808-078 declaring a Climate Emergency on August 8, 2019, declaring greenhouse gas emissions from transportation a leading cause of climate change; and WHEREAS, the Austin City Council passed Resolution 20260423-064 expressing concern that the CTRMA Draft Environmental Assessment for the MoPac South Expansion is incorrect in its assertion that the Mopac South Expansion, “is likely to have no significant environmental effects on air and water quality, endangered species, caves and karst features, public parkland and community spaces, and vulnerable school-aged communities”; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin Urban Transportation Commission Recommendation 20260203-006 recommends that the CTRMA produce a complete Environmental Impact Study with a thorough study of alternatives before moving forward with the project; and WHEREAS, Hays County, over the objection of the Travis County Commissioners Court and with a contractor led by the former CTRMA Executive Director, is simultaneously moving forward with studies and planning aimed at connecting State Highway 45 Southwest to Interstate 35 (I-35), with roughly half of this project located in Travis County; and WHEREAS, if these two projects are both completed, MoPac would be converted from a local commuter highway into an alternative freeway, inviting large amounts of . interregional and interstate traffic, including truck traffic, onto MoPac, with harm to the environment, neighbors, and local commuters from Travis County, northern Hays County, and Williamson County; and WHEREAS, both construction and operation of the project would do direct harm to Lady Bird Lake parkland, Austin High School, Lady Bird Lake, Zilker Park, Barton Springs, the Barton …
Testimony provided 05/20,2026 to the Environmental Commission related to Barton Springs Road Bridge Project Hello and thank you for all of your countless hours of work on this commission. I realize that it can be a thankless job at times. My name is Katerina Dittemore. I have 30 yrs experience in grant writing, grant administration and environmental. I am here tonight to discuss the Historic Sec 106 Report which I am handing out now. PLEASE ACCEPT THE 2 HANDOUTS AS PART OF THE RECORD. THIS IS MY ATTEMPT TO FILL IN SOME OF THE INFORMATION GAP THAT IS SURROUNDING THIS PROJECT. It was prepared JAN 2023 by Ama Terra, most likely as part of the Bridge Infrastructure Fund Grant application for the BSpRd Bridge. I do not have access to the Attachments A, B or C. Please note Page 1 and Page 11- the proposed action would result in a change in setting, design, mlts, workmanship and feeling of the Zilker Park Historic District …having an adverse effect on historic properties. Historic is considered a part of the environmental it is in your wheelhouse. The same conclusion is reached on page 11 with regards to rehab. Now the definition of rehab, that is your 2nd packet. This is the conceptual design as presented by City staff to the Historic Commission. The reason I bring up the definition of rehab is because the bridge does need to be addressed, but not in the way as conceived in the packet. In order to reduce confusion, I am recommending that we approach the design as a retrofit/rehab. I also recommend hiring a Preservation Civil Engineer with heavy experience in historic structures. I want to bring your attention to the following: 1. Original intention/ purpose of the bridge In 1926 the bridge was constructed to provide safe crossing for vehicular traffic across a flood prone Barton Springs AND to serve as a gateway to Zilker Park. To connect the public to recreation. 2. Road Classification of Barton Springs Road- it is a MINOR ARTERIAL AND SCENIC ROADWAY. That means it is to provide LOCAL access. The Scenic classification requires additional site plan/ design considerations. THIS CLASSIFICATION says nothing about ACL / 3C 18 wheeler trucks bringing in equipment or about connecting to a major thoroughfare such as MoPac. 3. Current NEPA- In my opinion, the NEPA should be stopped until the new design is …
20260520-003, Barton Springs Road Bridge Project Public Comment Chair Krueger, Vice Chair Bristol, Commissioners, thank you for the opportunity to speak. My name is Barbara LaFollette, President of the Barton Hills Neighborhood Association, and I’m here to ask you to oppose demolition and full replacement of the Barton Springs Road Bridge, and instead urge the City to pursue a lower-impact rehabilitation and roadway “diet” alternative. First, the environmental footprint of full replacement is enormous and has not been fully presented to this Commission. Demolishing a nearly century-old bridge in the middle of Barton Creek’s floodplain will require heavy construction in and adjacent to the channel, deep foundations, dewatering, and staging areas that will permanently convert parkland and temporarily clear even more acreage during construction. Staff materials and past briefings acknowledge parkland takings and substantial construction easements, but this Commission has not been given a current, comprehensive environmental impact summary. Proceeding toward demolition without that information before the Environmental Commission is exactly backward. Second, the bridge is located within the Zilker Park Historic District, and the federal Section 106 process has already concluded that the proposed project would adversely affect historic resources. The City’s own historic consultants found that replacement would damage the setting, design, materials, workmanship, and feeling of Zilker Park’s historic entrance, which is part of the “human environment” your body is charged to consider. In plain terms, we are talking about tearing out a contributing historic structure at the front door of Austin’s most iconic park and replacing it with a much wider, more intrusive modern bridge. Third, scale matters. Commissioners have already raised concerns that the proposed bridge cross-section almost doubles the width—from roughly 60 feet today to on the order of 100 feet or more—despite Barton Springs Road already operating as a single lane in each direction for safety. A much wider deck, longer construction duration, and larger footprint directly translate to more shade changes, more concrete over Barton Creek, more habitat disturbance, and more permanent encroachment into parkland, all to push additional vehicle capacity into a constrained, two-lane roadway on either side. That is not a context-sensitive solution in a sensitive riparian corridor. Fourth, the record shows that rehabilitation is feasible and that cost differences between rehabilitation and replacement are small. Commissioners have noted that engineering estimates characterize the cost difference as negligible, while life-cycle expectations are on the order of 50 years for rehabilitation …
REGULAR CALLED MEETING OF THE ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, MAY 20, 2026, 6:30 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM, #1101 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Economic Prosperity Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Chelsea Pfeifer at chelsea.pfeifer@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2498. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Commissioner Appointment Nicole Tomaszewski Ofelia Zapata District 1 District 2 Commissioner Zain Pleuthner VACANT Appointment District 7 District 8 Raquel Valdez Sanchez District 3 Aaron Gonzales (Chair) District 9 Michael Nahas Kevin Roberts Shakeel Rashed CALL TO ORDER District 4 District 5 District 6 Aditi Joshi District 10 Jake Randall (Vice Chair) Mayor PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Economic Prosperity Commission regular meeting on April 15, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation regarding the outcomes from a recent economic mobility study and the impact on quality of life for students served by Communities In Schools. Presentation by Sharon Vigil, Chief Executive Officer, Communities In Schools of Central Texas, Jacob Reach, Chief Operations Officer, Communities In Schools of Central Texas. Presentation on an Economic Snapshot of Central Texas by Chair Gonzales. Discussion of possible recommendation regarding Economic infrastructure. Discussion of Impact Assessment Framework and its application to possible AI policy recommendation. Impact of needed 3. 4. 5. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Chelsea Pfeifer at the Austin City Clerk’s Office, at 512-974-2498 or chelsea.pfeifer@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Economic Prosperity Commission please …
ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15, 2026 The Economic Prosperity Commission convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions room #1101, 301 west 2nd street. Chair Gonzales called the Economic Prosperity Commission Meeting to order at 6:35 P.M. Commissioners in Attendance: Aaron Gonzales, Chair Raquel Valdez Sanchez, Vice Chair Michael Nahas Zain Pleuthner Jacob Randall Kevin Roberts Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Aditi Joshi Nicole Tomaszewski Ofelia Zapata Shakeel Rashed PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Economic Prosperity Commission regular meeting on February 25, 2026 and the Special Called meeting on March 16, 2026. The minutes from the Economic Prosperity Commission regular meeting on February 25, 2026 were approved on Commissioner Pleuthner’s motion, Vice Chair Valdez Sanchez’s second on a 8-0 vote. Commissioners Rashed and Zapata were off the dais. The minutes from the Economic Prosperity Commission special called meeting on March 16, 2026 were approved on Commissioner Pleuthner’s motion, Commissioner Nahas’ second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Rashed and Zapata were off the dais. ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15, 2026 DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. Approve a revised version of Recommendation 20251119-010: Pensions and OPEB Benefits based on additional information received from stakeholders. The following amendment was made by Commissioner Nahas: The amendment was to insert the following paragraph as [11.] after [10.], as an additional paragraph at the end of the recommendation. To avoid similar problems in the future, the residents of Austin should be informed when the City is losing money and taxes will have to be increased in the future to pay it back. The amount per ratepayer should be included in the City Budget’s “Taxpayer Impact Statement” page. One potential way to calculate that the City is losing money is the change “total governmental activities net position” for the most recent year, but the City should explore better ways to calculate it. The amendment was withdrawn by Commissioner Nahas. The following amendment was made by Commissioner Nahas and seconded by Commissioner Pleuthner. The amendment was to insert the following paragraph as [11.] after [10.], as an additional paragraph at the end of the recommendation. “Once each decade, the City of Austin should adjust pension retirement ages for new employees. Medicine keeps making advances and life spans get longer. This predictably increases the cost of …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE DOWNTOWN COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, MAY 20, 2026 AT 5:30 P.M AUSTIN CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, ROOM 1001 301 W 2ND ST. AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Downtown Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Ryan Sperling, 512-974-3568, ryan.sperling@austintexas.gov CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Ed Ishmael, Chair Rebecca Bernhardt Pat Buchta David Carroll Kevin Chen Joe Silva Jennifer Franklin AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Kimberly Levinson, Vice Chair Nathan McDaniel Charles Peveto Sania Shifferd Bat Taniguchi Philip Wiley The first ten speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Downtown Commission regular meeting of April 15, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Update on the Austin Strategic Mobility Plan and progress towards 50/50 Mode Share. Presentation by Cole Kitten, Division Manager, Austin Transportation and Public Works. 3. Update regarding the new convention center. Presentation by Katy Zamesnik, Interim Director, Austin Convention Center. 4. Presentation regarding the Red River Cultural District’s economic impact on the downtown area. Presentation by Nicole Klepadlo, Executive Director, Red River Cultural District. 5. Update regarding Arts Commission activities and concerns related to the Downtown Commission’s scope. 6. Update regarding Public Safety Commission activities and concerns related to the Downtown Commission’s scope. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Ryan Sperling at the Austin City Clerk’s Office, at 512-974-3568 or ryan.sperling@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Downtown Commission, please contact Ryan Sperling, 512-974-3568, ryan.sperling@austintexas.gov
DOWNTOWN COMMISSION MINUTES REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15, 2026 The Downtown Commission convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 301 W 2nd St. in Austin, Texas. Chair Ishmael called the Downtown Commission Meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Ed Ishmael (Chair) Kimberly Levinson (Vice Chair) Pat Buchta David Carroll Liz Coufal Nathan McDaniel Charles Peveto Bat Taniguchi Phillip Wiley Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Rebecca Bernhardt Jennifer Franklin Joe Silva PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Downtown Commission regular meeting of March 11, 2026. The minutes of the March 11, 2026 meeting were approved on Commissioner Peveto’s motion, Commissioner Buchta’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioner Shifferd was absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Briefing regarding updates to the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan. Presentation by Chris Ryerson, Division Manager and Evelyn Mitchell, Planner Principal, Austin Planning. 1 The presentation was made by Chris Ryerson, Division Manager and Evelyn Mitchell, Planner Principal, Austin Planning. 3. Briefing regarding Downtown Density Bonus Phase I Updates. Briefing by Nicholas Smith, Planner Senior and Stevie Greathouse, Capital Program Consultant, Austin Planning. The presentation was made by Stevie Greathouse, Capital Program Consultant, and Nicholas Smith, Planner Senior, Austin Planning. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Presentation providing a general update on progress and plans for the new Austin Convention Center. Presentation by Katy Zamesnik, Interim Director, Austin Convention Center. Withdrawn without objection. 5. Presentation regarding the Red River Cultural District’s economic impact on the downtown area. Presentation by Nicole Klepadlo, Executive Director, Red River Cultural District. Withdrawn without objection. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Approve a recommendation to Council regarding renaming Cesar Chavez Street. There was a motion by Commissioner Wiley, seconded by Commissioner Levinson, to amend the recommendation to strike “and” and insert “the” before “north” in the first WHEREAS. The amendment was approved without objection on an 8-0 vote. Commissioner Shifferd was absent. There was a motion by Commissioner McDaniels, seconded by Vice Chair Levinson, to strike “City” and insert “community” in the second-to-last WHEREAS and insert “in” before “the” in the first WHEREAS. The amendment was approved without objection on an 8-0 vote. Commissioner Shifferd was absent. The recommendation to Council regarding renaming Cesar Chavez Street was approved as amended on Vice Chair Levinson’s motion, Commissioner Coufal’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioner Shifferd was absent. 7. Conduct officer elections for Chair and Vice …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON VETERANS AFFAIRS On Wednesday May 20, 2026 at 7pm City of Austin Permitting & Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr., Room 1401/1402 Austin, TX 78752 Some members of the Commission on Veterans Affairs may be participating by video conference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Jesus Simental at 512-974-7742 or email at jesus.simental@austintexas.gov CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Michael Mcinerney – Chair Jose Reyes – Vice Chair William Dahlstrom Armando Gonzales Bryce Laake-Stanfield Anita Roberts Christopher Wilson Lucas Castillo Fansu Ku Amber Schleuning VACANT – D1 CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION APPROVAL OF MINUTES AGENDA 1. Approve the minutes of the Commission on Veteran Affairs Regular Meeting of Apr 15, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. Discussion on creating partnership with Travis County for veteran resource support. Discussion on what is happening with the Joint Inclusion Committee (JIC) and representation at the JIC from the Commission on Veterans Affairs. Discussion on participation by the Commission on Veterans Affairs at the 2026 Veterans Day Parade. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Please call Jesus Simental at (512) 974-7742 or jesus.simental@austintexas.gov at Equity and Inclusion Department to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Commission on Veterans Affairs, please contact Jesus Simental at 512-974-7742 or jesus.simental@austintexas.gov.
REGULAR CALLED MEETING OF THE BOND OVERSIGHT COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, May 20, 2026, AT 2:00 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, ROOM 1101 301 WEST SECOND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Bond Oversight Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Nicole Hernandez, 512-974-7644, nicole.hernandez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS OR COMMISSIONERS John McNabb, Chair Zachary Bird JC Dwyer Bob Libal Santiago Rodriguez Austin Wright AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Ramiro Diaz, Vice Chair Charles Curry Stephen Gonzalez Russell Korte Kenneth Standley The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Bond Oversight Commission Regular meeting on April 20, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Discussion on the 2026 Bond Election Advisory Task Force recent meeting items. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Approve a recommendation to Council for a Spending Plan. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Nicole Hernandez or Delivery nicole.hernandez@austintexas.gov , to request service or for additional information. 512-974-7644 Services, Capital Austin at at For more information on the Bond Oversight Commission, please contact Nicole Hernandez at 512-974-7644 or nicole.hernandez@austintexas.gov.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2026, AT 6 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, ROOM 1001 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Zoning and Platting Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than 2 p.m. on the day of the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, please use the QR code or link at the end of this document. If you have questions regarding speaker registration, please contact Ella Garcia, Staff Liaison, at LandUseLiaison@austintexas.gov or by phone at 512-978-0821. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Hank Smith, Chair (District 8) Betsy Greenberg, Vice Chair (District 10) Ryan Puzycki, Secretary (District 7) Alejandra Flores, Parliamentarian (District 5) Luis Osta Lugo (Mayor’s Representative) Scott Boone (District 1) David Fouts (District 2) Lonny Stern (District 3) Andrew Cortes (District 4) Christian Tschoepe (District 6) Taylor Major (District 9) Staff Liaison: Ella Garcia, 512-978-0821 Attorney: Jenna Schwartz, 512-978-0871 Page 1 of 5 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first four speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Zoning and Platting Commission regular meeting on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. Rezoning: C14-2026-0021 - Round Rock ISD Career & Technical Education Center; District 6 9900 Spectrum Drive, Lake Creek Location: Owner/Applicant: Dennis Covington Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Civilitude (Kyle Moore, P.E.) IP-PDA to IP-PDA, to change conditions of zoning Recommended Sherri Sirwaitis, 512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov Austin Planning C14-2026-0023 - 8863 Anderson Mill Road; District 6 8863 Anderson Mill Road, Lake Creek 3. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: Third NHP Holdings, LP (Nelson H. Puett GP) Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Nelson Puett Real Estate (Shawna Sigala) I-RR, GR-CO to GR-CO Recommended Sherri Sirwaitis, 512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov Austin Planning 4. Conditional Use Permit: SPC-2025-0320A - 4109 Marathon Conditional Use Permit; District 10 4109 Marathon Boulevard, Waller Creek Location: Owner/Applicant: Fadana Real Estate LLC (Fuad Fayad) Agent: Request: ATX Permit & Consulting, LLC (Lila Nelson) Conditional Use …
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ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-2026-0021 - Round Rock ISD Career & Technical Education Center - PDA Amendment DISTRICT: 6 ADDRESS: 9900 Spectrum Drive ZONING FROM: IP-PDA * The applicant is requesting to amend the existing planned development area (PDA) overlay to add Public Primary Educational Facilities, Public Secondary Educational Facilities, Administrative Services, and Childcare Services (General) as permitted uses of the property. TO: IP-PDA* SITE AREA: 48.79 acres PROPERTY OWNER: Dennis Covington APPLICANT/AGENT: Civilitude (Kyle Moore, P.E.) CASE MANAGER: Sherri Sirwaitis (512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMEDATION: Staff recommends IP-PDA, Industrial Park-Planned Development Combining District, zoning to change conditions of zoning. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: May 19, 2026 CITY COUNCIL ACTION: ORDINANCE NUMBER: 02 C14-2026-0021 - Round Rock ISD Career & Technical Education Center; District 61 of 11 C14-2026-0021 ISSUES: N/A CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: 2 The property in question is a 48+ acre office development, with two surface parking lots, zoned IP-PDA. There is floodplain (Davis Springs Branch Creek) and a detention pond zoned PUD to the north and a multifamily complex zoned MF-3-CO to the northeast. To the south, there is an office/warehouse center zoned IP-CO. The lots to the east contain detention zoned P and R&D and another multifamily development zoned MF-3. To the west, there is an office/manufacturing plan and undeveloped land zoned IP-PDA and IP respectively. In this rezoning request, the applicant is asking to amend the existing planned development area (PDA) to add Public Primary Educational Facilities, Public Secondary Educational Facilities, Administrative Services, and Childcare Services (General) as permitted uses of the property (please see Applicant’s Request Letter – Exhibit C). The applicant, Round Rock School District, recently purchased this 206,000-square-foot office facility, which was formally home to a legal services firm, to utilize this site as a districtwide center for career and technical education and innovation. It will house training for auto body, cosmetology, early childhood and electrical trades, among other uses that will include providing practice spaces for robotics teams. The staff recommends IP-PDA zoning, to amend the existing PDA conditions in Ordinance No. 931104-K, to permit Public Primary Educational Facilities, Public Secondary Educational Facilities, Administrative Services, and Childcare Services (General) on the property. The proposed zoning is consistent with the purpose of the base district and surrounding zoning patterns. There are commercial and industrial uses to the south, east and west of the site under consideration. The property fronts on …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-2026-0023 - 8863 Anderson Mill Road DISTRICT: 6 ADDRESS: 8863 Anderson Mill Road ZONING FROM: I-RR, GR-CO TO: GR-CO SITE AREA: 3.12 acres PROPERTY OWNER: Third NHP Holdings, LP (Nelson H. Puett GP) AGENT: Nelson Puett Real Estate (Shawna Sigala) CASE MANAGER: Sherri Sirwaitis (512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMEDATION: Staff recommends GR-CO, Community Commercial-Conditional Overlay Combining District, zoning. The conditional overlay will prohibit the following uses on the property: Automotive Repair Services, Automotive Sales, Automotive Washing (of any type), Bail Bond Services, Club or Lodge, Commercial Off-Street Parking, Drop Off Recycling Collection Facility, Exterminating Services, Funeral Services, Hotel/Motel, Off-Site Accessory Parking, Outdoor Entertainment, Outdoor Sports and Recreation, Pawn Shop Services and Service Station. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: May 19, 2026 CITY COUNCIL ACTION: ORDINANCE NUMBER: 03 C14-2026-0023 - 8863 Anderson Mill Road; District 61 of 20 C14-2026-0023 ISSUES: N/A CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: 2 The property in question is a suite developed with a commercial strip center that fronts Anderson Mill Road. The lots to the north, across Anderson Mill Road, contain single family residences currently designated I-SF-2. The tracts of land to the south and east are developed with public schools (Deer Park Middle School and Live Oak Elementary School) designated I-RR. To the west, there is an undeveloped tract of land and townhouse residences zoned LR- MU-CO. In this request, the applicant is asking to zone the property to GR-CO, Community Commercial-Conditional Overlay Combining District, zoning to bring the existing uses on the site into conformance with City of Austin Land Use regulations. The applicant proposes to maintain the current conditional overlay from the previous GR-CO zoning case for the restaurant footprint in this shopping center from zoning case C14-2022-0041 (please see Ordinance No. 20220728-135 - Exhibit C). The staff is recommending GR-CO, Community Commercial-Conditional Overlay District, zoning for the property under consideration. The proposed GR-CO zoning will allow for low intensity office and commercial uses on a lot that front onto an arterial roadway, Anderson Mill Road. GR-CO zoning will permit the applicant to develop and maintain limited commercial uses on a property adjacent to the residential neighborhoods to the north. The proposed zoning will permit the applicant to bring the existing uses on the site into conformance the land use regulations in the City of Austin Code. The applicant agrees with the staff’s recommendation. BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION: 1. The proposed …
ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION SITE PLAN CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: PROJECT NAME: SPC-2025-0320A 4109 Marathon Conditional Use Permit ZAP DATE: May 19, 2026 ADDRESS: 4109 Marathon Blvd COUNCIL DISTRICT: 10 APPLICANT: Fadana Real Estate, LLC (Fuad Fayad) AGENT: PROPERTY OWNER: ATX Permit & Consulting, LLC (Lila Nelson) (512) 657-7349 4408 Spicewood Spring Road Austin, Texas 78759 Fadana Real Estate, LLC (Fuad Fayad) 4108 N. Larmar Blvd Austin, TX 78756 CASE MANAGER: Randall Rouda Randall.Rouda@austintexas.gov (512) 978-3338 PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to allow off-site accessory parking to serve an existing auto sales use. No construction is proposed with this Conditional Use Permit, however, one building will be demolished under a separately issued Site Plan Exemption and Demolition Permit. The existing paved surface will be striped for parking. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the conditional use permit with a Condition of Approval to require the installation of signage limiting the use of the Off-Site Accessory Parking area to employees, customers and guests and prohibiting the storage or display of vehicles for sale. PROJECT INFORMATION: SITE AREA: SITE’S ZONING WATERSHED WATERSHED ORDINANCE TRAFFIC IMPACT ANALYSIS Not required CAPITOL VIEW CORRIDOR PROPOSED ACCESS 7,579 square feet LR-ETOD-DBETOD Waller Creek (Urban) Comprehensive Watershed Ordinance FLOOR-AREA RATIO BUILDING COVERAGE IMPERVIOUS COVERAGE PARKING None Alley between Marathon Blvd. and Lamar Blvd. Allowed 0.5:1 50% 80% None Required 0:1 0% 80% 13 Proposed SUMMARY COMMENTS ON SITE PLAN: Land Use: The property consists of two lots. The zoning for both lots was recently changed from LO- ETOD-DBETOD to LR-ETOD-DBETOD. (Zoning Case No. C14-2025-0023, City Council Ordinance No. 04 SPC-2025-0320A - 4109 Marathon Conditional Use Permit; District 101 of 11 4109 Marathon CUP SPC-2025-0320A 2 20250522-075). The Site is currently 100% paved and contains an existing storage building with a footprint of approximately 6,853 square feet. No Construction is proposed with this Conditional Use Permit, however, a Site Plan Exemption and Demolition Permit have previously been issued for the demolition of the existing building and removal of approximately 1,580 square feet of pavement adjacent to Marathon Boulevard. If the Conditional Use Permit is approved, the remaining paved area will be striped for parking. Access to the parking lot would be from the alley to the east of the site, between Lamar Boulevard and Marathon Boulevard. The property to be served is an existing automobile sales use located across the …
ZAP • Appeal or disapproval of an application for prelim plan or plat • All zoning applications except those under the jurisdiction of PC • Applications for land use variances or special exceptions under 25-1-211 • Requests to approve more than 15% parkland dedication for single family developments under 25-1-602 ILA (as they relate to use, development, and construction) under 25-1-902 • • Right to initiate zoning or rezoning of property under 25-2-242 • Zoning applications for cohesive developments like PUDs • Historic landmark designation under 25-2-355 • Rural residence lot clustering conditional use permits under 25-2-552 • Modifications to site development regulations for warehouse/limited office site plans under 25-2-584 • Right to waive prohibition on surface parking lots, curb cuts, and unscreened garage openings for new development on congress or east of 6th on streets adjacent to a downtown park or town lake or along a downtown creek under 25-2-643 • Right to waive certain requirements related to off street parking in convention center combining districts east of 35 under 25-2-644 • Right to reduce number hours of operations for bed and breakfasts residential use facility under 25-2-786 • Appeals and protests of waivers for lodging houses as it relates to number of rooms and parking requirements under 25-2-787 • Conditional permitting for performance venues under 25-2-819 • Right to set telecommunication tower heights for towers 300+ feet from a MH district/use or SF-5 district/use under 25-2-839 • Right to waive separation requirements for towers and certain districts under 25-2-839 • Approving nonconforming uses under 25-2-947 • Approving site plans that propose alternatives to the landscape requirements under 25-2- 1001 • Hill country road way corridor variances to the minimum 40% natural state requirement under 25-2-1025 • Right to initiate site specific compatibility standard amendments under 25-2-1054 • Waiving hill country corridor roadway requirements under 25-2-1105 • Approving voluntary requests to be subject to the hill country roadway corridor regulations under 25-2-1106 • Granting hill country roadway corridor FAR development bonuses for properties with grades steeper than 15% under 25-2-1128 • Approving licensing agreements for docks on Lake Austin, Lady Bird Lake, or Lake Walter E. Long that want to construct living quarters or businesses into or above the lake under 25-2-1177 • Right to waive street alignment requirements for subdivision layouts under 25-3-52 • Prelim plan and plat appeals under 25-4-33 • Platting requirement variances under 25-4-37 • …
ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, May 5, 2026 ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, MAY 5, 2026 The Zoning and Platting Commission convened in a regular meeting on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001, 301 W. Second Street, in Austin, Texas. Chair Smith called the Zoning and Platting Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Hank Smith Betsy Greenberg Ryan Puzycki Alejandra Flores David Fouts Andrew Cortes Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Scott Boone Lonny Stern Commissioners Absent: Luis Osta Lugo Taylor Major Christian Tschoepe PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Zoning and Platting Commission regular meeting on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. The minutes from the meeting of Tuesday, April 21, 2026, were approved on the consent agenda, on Parliamentarian Flores’ motion, Secretary Puzycki’s second, on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Osta Lugo, Major, and Tschoepe were absent. 1 ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, May 5, 2026 PUBLIC HEARINGS C14-2025-0112 - Lagos Austin West FM 973 Mixed Use; District 1 11716 ½ North FM 973 Road, Gilleland Creek Watershed 2. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: Wild Horse Creekside Commercial LP (Pete Dwyer) Kimley-Horn (Ethan Harwell) Agent: I-RR to GR-MU Request: Recommended Staff Rec.: Beverly Villela, 512-978-0740, beverly.villela@austintexas.gov Staff: Austin Planning The motion to approve the Applicant’s indefinite postponement request was approved on the consent agenda, on Parliamentarian Flores’ motion, Secretary Puzycki’s second, on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Osta Lugo, Major, and Tschoepe were absent. C14-2025-0064 - Circle C Tract 110; District 5 11010 ½ South Mopac Expressway, Slaughter Creek Watershed 3. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: Circle C Land, LP (Erin D. Pickens) Drenner Group PC (Amanda Swor) Agent: CS-MU-CO to CS-MU-CO, to change conditions of zoning Request: Recommended Staff Rec.: Nancy Estrada, 512-974-7617, nancy.estrada@austintexas.gov Staff: Austin Planning The public hearing was closed on Secretary Puzycki’s motion, Parliamentarian Flores’ second, on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Osta Lugo, Major, and Tschoepe were absent. The motion to approve Staff’s recommendation of CS-MU-CO, to change conditions of zoning, as amended, was approved on Commissioner Stern’s motion, Parliamentarian Flores’ second, on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Osta Lugo, Major, and Tschoepe were absent. A friendly amendment to limit the impervious cover to 16.38 acres, to limit the square footage of retail to 10,000 square feet, and to limit the number of multifamily units to 1,000, was approved on …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION May 19, 2026 6:00 p.m. Austin Energy Headquarters; 1st Floor; Shudde Fath Conference Room 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin, Texas 78723 Some members of the Resource Management Commission maybe participating by video conference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register contact Natasha Goodwin, at Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com or 512-322-6505. Members: Charlotte Davis, Chair Paul Robbins, Vice Chair Kamil Cook CALL MEETING TO ORDER AGENDA Trey Farmer GeNell Gary Harry Kennard Martin Luecke Raphael Schwartz Alison Silverstein 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 Special Called Resource Management Commission Meeting on April 29, 2026. STAFF BRIEFING 2. Staff briefing on Clean Energy Portfolio Additions by Lisa Martin, Deputy General Manager and Chief Operating Officer, Austin Energy. 3. Staff briefing on Green Building Residential Updates by Heidi Kasper Director, Energy Efficiency Service, Austin Energy. 4. Staff briefing on Commercial Solar Standard Offer by Tim Harvey Director, Customer Renewable Solutions, Austin Energy. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Discussion and recommendation on the Austin Energy Green Building Program revisions. 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 Natasha Goodwin at Austin Energy, at (512) 322-6505 or Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Resource Management Commission, please contact Natasha Goodwin at Austin Energy, at 512-322-6505 or Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com .
Energy Efficiency Services - Commercial and Multifamily Enrollment Pipeline 5/1/2026 Program WFS Location Name Installation Address Council District Measures Commercial Rebates 3-Installation The Modern Condo Tower 610 DAVIS ST UNIT MS2 Commercial Rebates 2-Pre-Inspection BOYD AUSTIN V LLC 1821 DIRECTORS BLVD UNIT 200 Multifamily Income Qualified 2-Pre-Inspection Cortland River Place 10301 FM 2222 RD 12 Multifamily Income Qualified 3-Installation Mueller Flats 1071 CLAYTON LN UNIT 17 Multifamily Income Qualified 3-Installation Bridge at Waters Park 3401 W PARMER LN Multifamily Income Qualified 3-Installation Bridge at Henly 6107 E RIVERSIDE DR UNIT CLUB Multifamily Income Qualified 2-Pre-Inspection Bridge at Midtown Commons 7200 EASY WIND DR C Multifamily Income Qualified 3-Installation Bridge at Asher 10505 S IH 35 SVRD NB CH 9 2 10 4 7 3 7 5 Multifamily Income Qualified 2-Pre-Inspection LOGAN'S MILL 1912 E WILLIAM CANNON DR UNIT 1 2 Multifamily Income Qualified 2-Pre-Inspection Lucent Apartments 12201 DESSAU RD CLUB Multifamily Income Qualified 3-Installation The Haywood 600 E FM 1626 RD CLUB Multifamily Income Qualified 3-Installation The Park at Walnut Creek 12113 METRIC BLVD 1 Multifamily Income Qualified 2-Pre-Inspection WILDWOOD APARTMENTS 7610 CAMERON RD MAINT Multifamily Income Qualified 1-Application Bridge at Waters Park 3401 W PARMER LN Multifamily Income Qualified 2-Pre-Inspection Arrowhead Park Apartments 605 MASTERSON PASS UNIT 100 Multifamily Income Qualified 2-Pre-Inspection Chesapeake Apartments 12300 HYMEADOW DR UNIT 1 Multifamily Income Qualified 3-Installation LUPINE TERRACE 1137 GUNTER ST Multifamily Income Qualified 2-Pre-Inspection Ashford Costa Brava 6407 SPRINGDALE RD UNIT 1 Multifamily Income Qualified 2-Pre-Inspection Park at Summers Grove Apartments 2900 CENTURY PARK BLVD UNIT 1 Multifamily Income Qualified 1-Application Mueller Flats Apts 1071 CLAYTON LN UNIT 17 1 5 7 4 7 4 6 1 1 7 4 Multifamily Income Qualified 1-Application Bridge at Terracina Apartments 8100 N MOPAC EXPY SVRD SB UNIT B 10 Est. kWh Savings Est. $ Incentive 762,679 $202,416 2,068,994 $151,472 Lighting New Construction,General Information - DO NOT REMOVE Lighting,General Information - DO NOT REMOVE Limited Time Bonus Offer 507,232 $273,928 Attic Insulation,Building Information,ECAD Incentive,Limited Time Bonus Offer,Lighting,Property Information,Smart PPT Eligible Thermostat,QC - Qualification,Supplemental Measure,HVAC Tune-Up,Unit Information,Water Saving Devices Building Information,Limited Time Bonus Offer,Property Information,Smart PPT Eligible Thermostat,QC - Qualification,HVAC Tune- Up,Unit Information Building Information,Duct Sealing and Remediation,ECAD Incentive,Limited Time Bonus Offer,Property Information,Smart PPT Eligible Thermostat,QC - Qualification,HVAC Tune-Up,Unit Information 351,389 $232,056 398,513 $231,440 414,994 $228,823 Limited Time Bonus Offer 259,530 $228,172 Building Information,ECAD Incentive,Limited Time Bonus Offer,Property Information,Smart PPT Eligible Thermostat,QC - Qualification,HVAC Tune-Up,Unit …
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Resource Management Commission Austin Energy Green Building Resolution WHEREAS, Austin Energy Green Building updates its standards for single family and multifamily buildings every three years, and WHEREAS, all-electric resistance water heaters are profoundly inefficient, expensive for consumers to operate, drive up electric utility peak demand, and increase air pollution and carbon emissions; and WHEREAS, many of these Residential customers do not have a choice about installing more efficient heat pump water heaters because they live in rented single-family homes and multifamily units; and WHEREAS, most customers who reside in rented units are likely to be in the lower half of income levels and therefore less able to pay high electric bills; and WHEREAS, 60% or more of the energy costs for all-electric resistance water heating can be saved by use of heat pump water heaters and solar water heaters; THEN BE IT RESOLVED that the Resource Management Commission advises the Austin City Council to require heat pump water heaters in single-fuel single family and multifamily units as a requirement for participation in the updated 2026 version of Austin Energy Green Building.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MAY 19, 2026 – 6:00 PM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS 78752 Some members of the Parks and Recreation Board may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak, click here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/rVAVuTwSFq or call or email Tim Dombeck, (512) 974-6716, Tim.Dombeck@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Stephanie Bazan (D-5), Chair Lane Becker (Mayor), Vice Chair Shelby Orme (D-1) Pedro Villalobos (D-2) Nicole Merritt (D-3) VACANT (D-4) Luai Abou-Emara (D-6) Diane Kearns-Osterweil (D-7) AGENDA Kim Taylor (D-8) Jennifer Franklin (D-9) Ted Eubanks (D-10) 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 Parks and Recreation Board regular meeting of April 27, 2026. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Presentation, discussion and approve letters of support for Austin Parks and Recreation staff members who worked to complete the delivery of four pools and two bathhouses: Colony Park Aquatic Facility; Givens Pool; Northwest Pool; Montopolis Pool; Parque Zaragoza Bathhouse; and, Joan Means Khabele Bathhouse at Barton Springs Pool. (Sponsors: Bazan, Becker) Presenter(s): Liana Kallivoka, Assistant Director and D’Anne Williams, Project Manager, Austin Parks and Recreation. 3. Approve an appointment to the Parks and Recreation Board seat on the Joint Sustainability Committee. (Sponsors: Bazan, Becker) Page 1 of 2 STAFF BRIEFINGS 4. 5. 6. 7. Staff briefing on named features in the Waller Creek District Confluence and Sir Swante Palm Neighborhood Park projects. (Sponsors: Bazan, Becker) Presenter(s): John Rigdon, Chief Planning and Design Officer, Waterloo Greenway Conservancy. Staff briefing on Parks Safety. (Sponsors: Bazan, Merritt) Presenter(s): Amanda Ross, Natural Resources Division Manager, Austin Parks and Recreation and Michael Chancellor, Assistant Chief, Austin Police. Staff briefing on the Barton Springs Road bridge replacement project. (Sponsors: Bazan, Becker) Presenter(s): Eric Bailey, Deputy Director, Capital Delivery Services. Staff briefing on Parks and Recreation Department community engagement events, planning …
Waterloo Greenway Phase II: The Confluence and Palm Park Named Features May 19, 2026 Waterloo Greenway Partnership and Governance • The City’s relationship with the Conservancy was formalized in a 2014 Joint Development Agreement (JDA), which outlined roles and responsibilities for the partners and established the Waller Creek Local Government Corporation (LGC) as directed and authorized by Council, to govern the partnership and implement the Greenway program. • This body follows Boards & Commissions rules, meets publicly and contains 5 members appointed by the City and 5 appointed by the Conservancy. • The LGC authorizes scopes of work and City contracts toward the implementation of the projects within the City Council approved Design Plan and governs the District’s public use and operations. • • • • • Sponsoring Departments: Sponsoring Departments: • • • Community Leadership Community Leadership PARD & Watershed Protection APR & Watershed Protection • Operations & Maintenance • Operations & Maintenance • Code Compliance Code Compliance Public Health, Safety & Welfare Public Health, Safety & Welfare • Environmental Stewardship Environmental Stewardship • • • • Subject Matter Expertise Subject Matter Expertise • • Programming & Art Programming & Art Environmental Stewardship Environmental Stewardship • Design Excellence Design Excellence • 3 Waterloo Greenway Phase II Texas Capitol N Lady Bird Lake C E S A R C H A V E Z S T Pontoon Bridge Austin Convention Center Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Creek The Delta Confluence RAINEY ST D A V S S T I D R I S K I L L S T Palm School Palm Park 2 N D S T 3 R D S T 4 T H S T 5 T H S T 6 T H S T 7 T H S T 8 T H S T 9 T H S T 1 0 T H S T 1 1 T H S T 1 2 T H S T Moody Amphitheater 1 5 T H S T SAN JACINTO BLVD Frank C. Erwin, Jr. Special Events Center TRINITY ST NECHES ST RED RIVER ST SABINE ST Red River Cultural District The Refuge IH-35 Waterloo Park Dell Seton Medical Center Dell Medical School at the University of Texas Central Health Brackenridge Redevelopment Site Frank C. Erwin, Jr. Special Events Center Symphony Square Waterloo Greenway Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 4 Waterloo Greenway Naming Authority • The …
Parks Safety Briefing Austin Parks and Recreation & Austin Police May 19, 2026 AUSTIN PARKS AND RECREATION SYSTEM OVERVIEW 2026 20,041 Acres of Green Space 269 Miles of Trail 355 Parks Playgrounds, Venues & Other Spaces 2 TIMELINE AUSTIN PARK RANGERS AND POLICE 1968 2008 2021 First Park Rangers and grew to 10 commissioned peace officers under Austin Parks and Recreation (APR). Park Police consolidated from APR into the Austin Police Department (APD). APD Park Police units officially transitioned to General Police Patrol. 1985-1993 Renamed Park Police; expanded duties with Federal Park Ranger certification. 2008 Park Ranger Program established as ambassadors within APR and partners to APD. 3 PARK RANGER ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES Visible Presence: Hike and bike patrols. Responsible Recreation: Stewardship messaging. Visitor Support: Information and guidance. Responsive Service: Addressing park needs. Targeted Education: High-impact outreach to areas of need. 4 PARK RANGERS OPERATIONS 23 Park Rangers 7 Days/Week Zone System Directed Patrols 5 PARK RANGER DATA COLLECTION 6 PARK RANGER CONTACTS FOR DOGS OFF LEASH HEAT MAP 2021-2026 7 APD & APR PARTNERSHIP AND SHARED MESSAGING APD oversees all Public Safety as it relates to illegal activity. APD & APR Meeting Agreement Take, Lock, Hide Messaging Security Cameras Joint Operations Pilot Spring 2026 8 PARKS & RECREATION PUBLIC SAFETY SUPPORT Infrastructure Recommendations: Signage, Security Cameras, Limestone Blocks Focused Programming in Areas of Concern: Bark Rangers, Pop-up Events Park Ranger Joint Efforts with Partners including Austin Police Voluntary Compliance Through Contact With Park Rangers Parking Tickets and Warnings for Violations Third-Party Safety Audit 5/15/20 26 Public Safety In Parks 9 9 APR Security Audit: Strategy and Road Map Findings: • Property Crime: 80% of reported incidents larceny or motor vehicle thefts. • Rule Violations: Pet and alcohol violations most frequent • Physical Security Gaps: Lighting and visibility blind spots create vulnerabilities. Recommendations: • Governance: Centralize safety roles and standardize security protocols. • Activation: Through collaboration with APD and site activation to discourage bad behavior. • Infrastructure: Implement crime prevention through environmental design evaluations and standards including lighting improvements. 10 APR SECURITY AUDIT TRANSITION ROADMAP YEAR 1: GOVERNANCE Security Manager APR-wide guidelines Audit facilities Improve partnerships YEAR 2: OPERATIONS Adopt safety design standards Staff de-escalation training Facility access control recommendations 11 Austin Police Department Public Safety Response in City …
Parks Board – Barton Springs Rd. Bridge Update May 19, 2026 Eric Bailey, P.E. – Deputy Director Capital Delivery Services Barton Springs Road Bridge 100years old built in 1926 1946 Bridge Expansion 20,000 Vehicles per day Key Entrance to Zilker Park and for Major City Events FUNDING SOURCE: • Preliminary Design: 2012, 2018 and 2020 Bonds • Design: 2020 Bond • Construction: FHWA/City 2 Project Development Process - PRELIMINARY PHASE 2015 - 2023 - DESIGN PHASE 2024 - 2027 - CONSTRUCTION PHASE 2027 - 2029 PUBLIC MEETING April 2023 RESPOND TO COMMENTS Summer 2023 REFINE REPORT Fall 2023 COUNCIL ACTION December 2023 60% DESIGN + NEPA PUBLIC MEETINGS + BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS FINAL DESIGN AND PERMITTING BID AND AWARD + COUNCIL ACTION CONSTRUCTION WE ARE HERE Current Condition Spalling Concrete in Bridge Structure Concrete Cores Delamination of Beams Curb And Railing Do Not Meet Current ADA Standards Load Restricted As Of November 2023 – Heavy Vehicles Moving Eastbound Must Use Outer Lanes 4 Analysis Structural and Mobility Analysis: • • • • External Structure - Spalling Concrete • ADA compliance – Pedestrian Circulation Internal Structure – Deteriorating Steel Geotechnical Data –Replacement Design • Pedestrian and Bicycle Mobility – no improvement to existing condition Cost/Benefit Analysis – extended life vs. cost Historical Analysis: • Coordinated with US Army Corps (USACE) and Texas Historic Commission (THC) • The bridge is a contributing feature to the Zilker Park National Register of Historic Places District (1997) • The Texas Historic Commission has approved potentially fully replacing the bridge. As the process continues, the final design will be reviewed and approved by USACE and THC. • Additional analysis is underway as a part of the NEPA process 5 Project Options 6 Bridge Rehabilitation Bridge Structure Rehabilitation 1 Remove Existing Bridge Deck and Spandrel Columns 2 Remaining Portion of Existing Structure 3 New Components: Exterior Pairs of Arch Ribs, Spandrel Columns, Deck, and Abutment Extensions Less than half of the original structure will remain Remaining structure will require refacing with new material surfaces View of old arches will be mostly blocked by new structure 7 City Council Actions 1 Direction from Council in 2020 Bond Resolution (20200812-011): 2 Previous Council Action/Hearings: 11/30/23 – Council conducts a public hearing to recommend the bridge replacement alternative 12/12/23 – Council work session on the recommended option 12/14/23 – Council conducts a public hearing and directs Staff to …
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING MINUTES APRIL 27, 2026 PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD REGULAR MEETING MINUTES APRIL 27, 2026 The PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD convened in a REGULAR meeting on APRIL 27, 2026 at 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Bazan called the PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD Meeting to order at 6:07 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Stephanie Bazan, Kathryn Flowers, Luai Abou-Emara, Lane Becker Ted Eubanks, Jennifer Franklin, Nicole Merritt, Pedro Villalobos. Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Shelby Orme, Diane Kearns-Osterweil. Board Members Absent: Kim Taylor. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Katerina Harris - Support for Garrison Pool John Harris - Support for Garrison Pool Nicholas Littlejohn - Maintenance and litter concerns Patricia Bobeck - Zilker Concession Stand and Parking Lot Heather VanDyke - Support for Garrison Park and Pool Aubrea Rudder - Austin Rowing Club Lee Ann Innmon - Friends of Fairview Park Mark May - Improvements to the Non-Profit Model Daniel Kavelman - Shoal Creek Conservancy Gavino Fernandez - Edward Rendon Park and City employee concerns Janett Iturbe - Water Play Area as a priority in the 2026 Bond APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Parks and Recreation Board regular meeting of March 23, 2026. The motion to approve the minutes of the Parks and Recreation Board regular meeting of March 23, 2026 was approved on Board Member Franklin’s motion, Board Member Villalobos’ second on a 10-0 vote. Board Member Taylor absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Presentation, discussion and approve letters of support for the Austin Watershed Protection salamander team. Page 1 of 4 PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING MINUTES APRIL 27, 2026 Nathan Bendick, Conservation Program Supervisor, Austin Watershed Protection gave a presentation and answered questions on historical mentions of Barton Springs Salamanders and Austin Blind Salamanders, and the impact of the building of the pool on the salamander population The motion to approve letters of support for the Austin Watershed Protection salamander team was approved on Vice Chair Flowers’ motion, Board Member Eubanks’ second on a 10-0 vote. Board Member Taylor absent. 3. Presentation, discussion and approve a recommendation to Austin City Council that the Parks and Recreation Board supports the Gus Garcia District Park Vision Plan. Charles Mabry, Project Manager, Austin Parks and Recreation gave a presentation and answered questions on the off-leash dog area, water crossings, and flooding concerns. The motion to recommend to Austin City Council to approval …
Aquatics Project Delivery Austin Parks and Recreation | May 19, 2026 D'Anne Williams, PLA, Project Manager Liana Kallivoka, PhD, PE, LEED Fellow, Assistant Director What is Aquatics Project Delivery? ▪ The planning, design, management and construction of Capital Improvement Projects related to Austin Parks and Recreation aquatic facilities. ▪ Projects are designed and constructed to meet the needs of the community and the programs for the Aquatics Division. ▪ The Austin Aquatic Vision Plan (excerpt right) was approved by City Council in 2018 2 2018 Bond – Aquatics Program Anticipated to be 98% spent in FY26 Completed 6 projects total via 2018 Bond Projects were supplemented with a variety of funding sources: Grant Funding APF contributions Parkland Dedication funds Shade Certificates of Obligation Historic Preservation Funding 3 2018 Bond – Aquatics Program Colony Park Aquatic Facility Givens Aquatic Facility Shipe Aquatic Facility Montopolis Aquatic Facility Beverly S. Sheffield NW Aquatic Facility 4 Projects Colony Park and Givens Aquatic Facilities ▪ Budget: ▪ Colony Park: $15M ▪ Givens: $10.3M ▪ Kicked Off Winter 2021 ▪ Opened May 2025 & June 2025 ▪ Pursuing SITES Certification ▪ APR Project Team: ▪ D’Anne Williams – Project Manager ▪ Katie Kimball – Landscape Designer ▪ Scott Sinn – Former Landscape Architect II ▪ Consultants ▪ JMT International, Marmon Mok, Flintco Construction, Cortez Consulting 6 Givens Aquatic Facility Colony Park Aquatic Facility 7 Montopolis and Beverly S. Sheffield Aquatic Facilities ▪ Budget: ▪ Montopolis: $9M ▪ Beverly S Sheffield: $12.6M ▪ Kicked Off Summer 2022 ▪ Opening April 2026 and June 2026 ▪ Pursuing SITES Certification ▪ APR Project Team: ▪ D’Anne Williams – Project Manager ▪ Patrick Beyer – Former Project Manager ▪ Consultants: ▪ JMT International, Marmon Mok, Flintco Construction 8 Beverly S. Sheffield NW Aquatic Facility Montopolis Aquatic Facility 9 Parque Zaragoza Bathhouse Renovation ▪ Budget: $2M ▪ Kicked Off Summer 2021 ▪ Opening June 2026 ▪ Pursuing LEED ID+C Certification ▪ APR Project Team: ▪ Reynaldo Hernandez – Project Manager ▪ Leo Alaniz – Project Assistant ▪ Dylan Kinsey – Engineering Tech III ▪ Consultants ▪ Limbacher & Godfrey, Majestic Services 10 Thank you for all you do!
AUSTIN PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR’S UPDATE May 2026 Recreation Services Division • Adaptive Field Day, held May 8 at Parque Zaragoza Recreation Center, welcomed over 200 youth and adults with disabilities for inclusive indoor and outdoor activities, including field games and a silent disco • Therapeutic Recreation’s Summer Readiness Trainings include 16 sessions for full-time, temporary, and seasonal staff, with 200+ participants trained in neurodivergence, universal design, and behavior • The Totally Cool, Totally Art (TCTA) program concluded its end-of-year showcase on May 7 at the Dougherty Arts Center, featuring 750+ teen artworks, awards, and a closing reception • TCTA student films were also featured at Austin’s Black Lens Festival, highlighting program achievements and creative success Community Recreation Division • Turner-Roberts Recreation Center hosted its first-ever Soap Box Derby on April 18 through the TCTA program, featuring teen- designed cars, downhill racing, and awards, with 50+ attendees despite weather conditions • APR’s youth soccer clinic on April 16 served 120 participants ages 7–11 with skills instruction from volunteer coaches, supported by 4ATX Foundation and St. David’s HealthCare, and included visits from Austin FC players Damian Las and Robert Taylor • South Austin Recreation Center (SARC) concluded a 5-week youth volleyball clinic on April 29 with a parent–participant scrimmage, engaging 35 youth ages 8–14 in foundational skill development and gameplay Aquatic Division • Aquatic Maintenance continues progress across multiple sites, with Big Stacy’s spring clean scheduled for May 9–17 and all splash pads opened as of May • Barton Springs is completing final preparations with the Austin Nature and Science Center for the Greater and Greener Zilker Park tour, including a trial swim conducted May 7 • Deep Eddy will undergo a brief closure on May 11–12 to install brackets for four new lap lanes in the Shallow Pool. The work is expected to be completed by May 12, and the Shallow Pool will reopen on May 13 with the new lap lanes. • Aquatics Division recruiting remains strong, with 400 lifeguards ready to work as of May 7, 2026, , with a total of 1,455 applicants recorded as of April 30, 2026. The Northwest Pool has opened, Walnut Creek and Mabel Davis are scheduled to open on May 16. Operation & Maintenance Division New crosswalk at Walnut Creek Metro Park • Improve pedestrian safety • Enhance park accessibility and connectivity • Reduce traffic conflicts and improve driver awareness • Support …
REGULAR CALLED MEETING OF THE HISPANIC LATINO QUALITY OF LIFE RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2026, 6:00 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM #1101 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Hispanic Latino Quality of Life 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 at nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2562. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Amanda Afifi, Chair Dulce Castañeda Andrea Flores Lyssette Galvan AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Yesenia Ramos, Vice Chair Elizabeth Morales Johanna Moya Fábregas Jesús Perales Melissa Ruiz 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 Hispanic Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission regular meeting on April 28, 2026. STAFF BRIEFING 2. Staff briefing regarding an overview and update on the workforce training resources, youth initiatives, and Day Labor Program of the Workforce Development Program. Presentation by Ann Eaton, Assistant Director, Austin Economic Development and Khotan Harmon, Workforce Development & Childcare Acting Division Manager, Austin Economic Development. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding Montopolis Fairway Cases 4. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding the Senior Meal Program WORKING GROUP UPDATES 5. Update from the Immigration Working Group regarding meeting with Councilmember Velásquez. 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 or Nekaybaw.watson@austinexas.gov, to request service or for additional information. Austin City Clerk’s Office, 512-974-2562 the at at For more information on the Hispanic Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission, please contact Nekaybaw Watson at nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2562.
Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission April 28, 2026 HISPANIC/LATINO QUALITY OF LIFE RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, April 28, 2026 The Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission convened in a regular called meeting on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at City Hall, 301 W 2nd St in Austin, Texas. Chair Afifi called the Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 6:07 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Amanda Afifi, Chair Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Yesenia Ramos, Vice Chair Dulce Castañeda Elizabeth Morales Jesús Perales Melissa Ruiz PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Susana Almanza – Land Acquisition Valerie Menard – Senior Luncheon Program Marian Sanchez – Senior Luncheon Program APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Hispanic Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission regular meeting on March 24, 2026. The minutes from the meeting on March 24, 2026, were approved on Vice Chair Ramos’ motion, Commissioner Morales’ second on a 6-0 vote. Commissioners Flores, Galvan, Moya Fábregas and Peña were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Discussion regarding the recently approved budget recommendations and next steps for them. Discussed. 1 Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission April 28, 2026 DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Conduct officer elections for Vice Chair. The motion to elect Commissioner Castañeda as Vice Chair of the Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission was approved on Commissioner Castañeda’s motion, Vice Chair Ramos’ second, on a 6-0 vote. Commissioners Flores, Galvan, Moya Fábregas and Peña were absent. 4. Conduct officer elections for Chair. The motion to elect Commissioner Galvan as Chair of the Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission was approved on Commissioner Castañeda’s motion, Commissioner Perales’ second, on a 6-0 vote. Commissioners Flores, Galvan, Moya Fábregas and Peña were absent. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 5. Update from the Arts and Culture Working Group regarding follow-up on a meeting with the Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment about the approved budget recommendations. Update provided by members of the working group. 6. Update from the Immigration Working Group regarding meeting with Councilmember Velásquez. Item 6 was postponed until the next regular meeting of the Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission without objection. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Austin Arts Culture Music and Entertainment Department (ACME) Presentation Austin Communications and Engagement Department (ACE) Presentation Workforce Development Immigration Working Group Update Recommendation to Council regarding Montopolis Fairway Cases Recommendation to Council regarding Senior Meal …
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Hispanic/ Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission Recommendation Number: 20260519-003 Recommendation to Council regarding Montopolis Fairway WHEREAS, The Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission advises the Austin City Council on issues relating to the quality of life for the City's Hispanic/Latino community; and WHEREAS, the Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission addresses issues related to the health, safety, and welfare of the Hispanic/Latino community, with specific attention to areas like affordable housing and economic stability; and WHEREAS, one of those community organizations, People Organized in Defense of Earth and her Resources (PODER), has brought forward a recommendation to city council to purchase the property at Montopolis and Fairway to secure the property for future low-income single-family housing; and WHEREAS, In 2001 the Austin City Council adopted the Montopolis Neighborhood Plan, which called for sustaining its single-family zoning in the heart of Montopolis; and WHEREAS, the 2018 report, “Uprooted: Residential Displacement in Austin’s Gentrifying Neighborhood and What Can be Done About It,” commissioned by the Austin City Council and completed by University of Texas experts recommended that the city make strategic, anti-displacement investments in Montopolis to protect it from further gentrification; and WHEREAS, for years, the Montopolis Neighborhood Plan Contact Team, along with other supporters, have been fighting to sustain its single-family zoning; and WHEREAS, Montopolis already has the highest concentration of multifamily, commercial, and industrial zoning of any planning area in the city; and WHEREAS, The 1.9 acres, known as the Montopolis-Fairway Zoning case, is currently zoned for single- family housing and includes properties at 6202, 6204 Caddie Street; 6205, 6211, 6215 Fairway Street; 1600, 1604, 1606, 1608, 1612, and 1614 Montopolis; and WHEREAS, While the zoning request from the developer to change the zoning from single-family to vertical mixed use was denied, the property remains vulnerable to future gentrifying developments; and . NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission recommends that the city of Austin purchase the property included in the Montopolis- Fairway zoning case to be used to build low-income single-family housing and protect the neighborhood from future gentrification. Date of Approval: May 19, 2026 Motioned By: Commissioner Ramos Seconded By: Commissioner Morales Vote: 6-0 For: Chair Lyssette Galvan, Vice Chair Dulce Castañeda, Commissioners Andrea Flores, Elizabeth Morales, Yesenia Ramos, and Melissa Ruiz Against: None Absent: Commissioners Amanda Afifi and Jesús Perales Attest: Nekaybaw …
