PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD CONTRACTS AND CONSESSIONS COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES AUGUST 19, 2022 PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD CONTRACTS AND CONCESSIONS COMMITTE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2022 The PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD CONTRACTS AND CONCESSIONS COMMITTEE convened in a REGULAR meeting on FRIDAY, JULY 19, 2022, at 1183 Chestnut Ave. in Austin, Texas. Chair Di Carlo called the PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD CONTRACTS AND CONCESSIONS COMMITTEE Meeting to order at 10:09 a.m. Board Members in Attendance: Anna Di Carlo, Nancy Barnard, Dawn Lewis, Kimberly Taylor, Laura Cottam Sajbel (Ex-Officio) Board Members in Attendance Remotely: None. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Parks and Recreation Board Finance Committee Regular Meeting on July 15, 2022. The motion to postpone the approval of the minutes of the June Parks and Recreation Board Contracts and Concessions Committee meeting to the September meeting of the same committee were approved on Chair Di Carlo’s Motion, Board Member Barnard’s second on a 4-0 vote. Board Member Rinaldi absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS Staff briefing regarding a contract between the City of Austin and Houston-Tillotson University for a Lake Capacity Study for Lady Bird Lake. Patricia Rossett, Business Process Consultant, Parks and Recreation Department, gave a briefing and answered questions. No action was taken on this item. 1. 2. 1 3. 4. 5. PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD CONTRACTS AND CONSESSIONS COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES AUGUST 19, 2022 DISCUSSION ITEMS Discussion on the selection of a temporary vendor to provide concessions services at the Zilker Café. Committee Members discussed this item and Jason Maurer, Sales and Events Manager, Parks and Recreation Department answered questions. No action was taken on this item. Discussion on the contract between the City of Austin and Pecan Grove Golf Partners for the Management and Operation of Butler Pitch & Putt Golf Course. Committee Members discussed this item. No action was taken on this item. Discussion on the monthly Parks and Recreation Department contract report summarizing new and ongoing contract development that requires City Council approval and/or committee and board recommendations. Committee Members discussed this item and Denisha Cox, Contract Management Supervisor II, Parks and Recreation Department answered questions. No action was taken on this item. None. FUTURE AGENDA ITEM Chair Di Carlo adjourned the meeting at 11:02 a.m. without objection. After minutes have been approved, include the following statement before uploading to BCIC: The minutes were approved at the DATE …
BOATING CONCESSION ON LADY BIRD LAKE STRATFORD DRIVE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL Presented by: Margaret Stenz Contract Management Specialist IV Contracts and Concessions Committee September 16, 2022 1 BACKGROUND • In 1997, City solicits proposals for a Rowing and Sculling Concession on Town Lake. Rowing Dock is awarded contract for operations at undeveloped site at 2418 Stratford Drive, just west of the MoPac bridge. • Rowing Dock business purchased by current owner in 2010. Business changes focus from rowing to rentals of non-motorized watercraft, including canoes, pedal boats, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards (SUPs). • Current contract • • • • • • Interim period (11/01/2000 – 04/30/2002) Basic period (05/01/2002 – 04/30/2007) Extension #1 (05/01/2007 – 04/30/2012) Extension #2 (05/01/2012 – 04/30/2017) Extension #3 (05/01/2017 – 04/30/2022) Extension #4 (05/01/2022 – 04/30/2023) 2 HISTORICAL GROSS SALES, REPORTED EXPENDITURES, AND REVENUE PAYMENTS $3,000,000 $2,500,000 $2,000,000 $1,500,000 $1,000,000 $500,000 $- Gross Sales Expenditures Payments FY2017 $1,604,595 $784,944 $135,268 FY2018 $1,824,348 $1,036,154 $133,373 FY2019 $1,645,790 $1,103,638 $146,717 FY2020 $1,467,756 $839,097 $143,031 FY2021 $3,162,693 $1,311,916 $138,037 Gross Sales Expenditures Payments 3 RFP GOALS AND REQUIREMENTS • Five years of experience to include record of safe operations • Supply all necessary watercraft and equipment • Non-motorized craft only • Capital investments/improvements ADA compliance • • Dock, gangway, and other structures • Pay for all utilities and waste removal • Fee schedule • Revenue share proposal • Monthly and annual reporting • Compliance with Council Resolution 20220728-192 • Does not impede implementation of the relevant recommendations of the Zilker Vision Plan Operations and Management • General Safety and Security Plan • Services and Pricing Plan • Marketing Plan • Programming Plan • Sustainability and Waste Management Plans • Integrated Pest Management Plan 4 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS • Improvements to be made by the Contractor include dock and gangway and any structures necessary for boat storage and rental operations. • All improvements or alterations must comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and current City codes and permits. • Vendor is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits and approvals. • Contractor shall not make any structural alterations, repairs, nor improvements of the premises without written permission and approval from the PARD Director or designee. • Fixed assets and floating assets (e.g., floating docks) become the property of the City upon expiration or termination of the contract. 5 FEES FOR SERVICE • Contractor shall provide affordable rental options to …
PUBLIC NOTICE OF A MEETING TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN TO BE HELD AT HACA Central Office, 1124 S. Interstate Highway 35 To attend the meeting virtually dial: 1 346 248 7799 Meeting ID: 867 0092 0291 Passcode: 579235 https://bit.ly/3TJZXIO Austin, TX (512.477.4488) Thursday, September 15, 2022 12:00 PM Pledge of Allegiance CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM Citywide Advisory Board Update CONSENT AGENDA Public Communication (Note: There will be a three-minute time limitation) Items on the Consent Agenda may be removed at the request of any Commissioner and considered at another appropriate time on this agenda. Placement on the Consent Agenda does not limit the possibility of any presentation, discussion, or action at this meeting. Under no circumstances does the Consent Agenda alter any requirements under Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, Texas Open Meetings Act. CONSENT ITEMS ACTION ITEMS Comment 1. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes Summary for the Board Meeting held on August 18, 2022 2. Discussion of Proposed Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan Revisions for Public 3. Presentation, Discussion and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02762: Approval of Revisions to the Family Self-Sufficiency Action Plan 4. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02763 Resolution authorizing the Housing Authority of the City of Austin (the “Authority”) to take such actions necessary for acquisition of a drainage easement related to the development of the Pathways at Rosewood Courts East (the “Project”) 5. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02764: Fire Damage Restoration, 8312 Nighthawk, Unit 102 @ Pathways at Thurmond Heights 6. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02765: Approval of Amendments to HACA'S Procurement Policy EXECUTIVE SESSION The Board may go into Executive Session (close its meeting to the public) Pursuant to: a. 551.071, Texas Gov't Code, consultations with Attorney regarding legal advice, pending or contemplated litigation; or a settlement offer; b. 551.072, Texas Gov't Code, discussion about the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property; c. 551.074, Texas Gov't Code, discuss the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee. d. 551.087, Texas Gov't Code, discuss certain economic development negotiations. OPEN SESSION If there is an Executive …
PUBLIC NOTICE OF A MEETING TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR BOARD MEETING SOUTHWEST HOUSING COMPLIANCE CORPORATION TO BE HELD AT HACA Central Office, 1124 S. Interstate Highway 35 To attend the meeting virtually dial: 1 346 248 7799 Meeting ID: 867 0092 0291 Passcode: 579235 https://bit.ly/3TJZXIO Austin, TX (512.477.4488) Thursday, September 15, 2022 12:00 PM CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM CONSENT AGENDA Public Communication (Note: There will be a three-minute time limitation) Items on the Consent Agenda may be removed at the request of any Commissioner and considered at another appropriate time on this agenda. Placement on the Consent Agenda does not limit the possibility of any presentation, discussion, or action at this meeting. Under no circumstances does the Consent Agenda alter any requirements under Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, Texas Open Meetings Act. 1. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes Summary for the Board Meeting held on August 18, 2022 CONSENT ITEMS ACTION ITEMS EXECUTIVE SESSION The Board may go into Executive Session (close its meeting to the public) Pursuant to: a. 551.071, Texas Gov't Code, consultations with Attorney regarding legal advice, pending or contemplated litigation; or a settlement offer; b. 551.072, Texas Gov't Code, discussion about the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property; c. 551.074, Texas Gov't Code, discuss the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee. d. 551.087, Texas Gov't Code, discuss certain economic development negotiations. If there is an Executive Session, the Board will return to Open Session for discussion, consideration and possible action of matters discussed in Executive Session. OPEN SESSION REPORTS The Board accepts the following reports: President's Report Other Staff Reports Commissioners' Reports/Questions to the Department Staff ADJOURNMENT "Pursuant to 30.06, Penal Code, (trespass by holder of license with a concealed handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not attend this meeting with a concealed handgun." "Pursuant to 30.07, Penal Code (trespass by holder of license with an openly carried handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not attend this meeting with a handgun that is carried openly." "En virtud del 30.06, Codigo Penal, (traspaso titular de licencia con una pistola), una …
PUBLIC NOTICE OF A MEETING TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE AUSTIN AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION TO BE HELD AT HACA Central Office, 1124 S. Interstate Highway 35, Austin, TX To attend the meeting virtually dial: 1 346 248 7799 Meeting ID: 867 0092 0291 Passcode: 579235 https://bit.ly/3TJZXIO Austin, TX (512.477.4488) Thursday, September 15, 2022 12:00 PM CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM CONSENT AGENDA Public Communication (Note: There will be a three-minute time limitation) Items on the Consent Agenda may be removed at the request of any Commissioner and considered at another appropriate time on this agenda. Placement on the Consent Agenda does not limit the possibility of any presentation, discussion, or action at this meeting. Under no circumstances does the Consent Agenda alter any requirements under Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, Texas Open Meetings Act. CONSENT ITEMS 1. 2. ACTION ITEMS Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes Summary for the Board Meeting held on August 18, 2022 Presentation, Discussion and Possible Action on Resolution No. 00214 by the Board of Directors of Austin Affordable Housing Corporation (“AAHC”) authorizing AAHC to execute any and all documents, or take any other action, that is necessary or desirable to: (i) facilitate the refinancing of The Oaks at Ben White (the “Development”); and (ii) take such other actions as necessary or desirable to allow the consummation of the transactions described herein. EXECUTIVE SESSION The Board may go into Executive Session (close its meeting to the public) Pursuant to: a. 551.071, Texas Gov't Code, consultations with Attorney regarding legal advice, pending or contemplated litigation; or a settlement offer; b. 551.072, Texas Gov't Code, discussion about the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property; c. 551.074, Texas Gov't Code, discuss the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee. d. 551.087, Texas Gov't Code, discuss certain economic development negotiations. If there is an Executive Session, the Board will return to Open Session for discussion, consideration and possible action of matters discussed in Executive Session. OPEN SESSION REPORTS The Board accepts the following reports: President's Report Other Staff Reports Commissioners' Reports/Questions to the Department Staff ADJOURNMENT "Pursuant to 30.06, Penal Code, (trespass by holder of license with a concealed handgun), a …
PUBLIC NOTICE OF A MEETING TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE AUSTIN AFFORDABLE PFC, INC. TO BE HELD AT HACA Central Office, 1124 S. Interstate Highway 35, Austin, TX To attend the meeting virtually dial: 1 346 248 7799 Meeting ID: 867 0092 0291 Passcode: 579235 https://bit.ly/3TJZXIO Austin, TX (512.477.4488) Thursday, September 15, 2022 12:00 PM CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM CONSENT AGENDA Public Communication (Note: There will be a three-minute time limitation) Items on the Consent Agenda may be removed at the request of any Commissioner and considered at another appropriate time on this agenda. Placement on the Consent Agenda does not limit the possibility of any presentation, discussion, or action at this meeting. Under no circumstances does the Consent Agenda alter any requirements under Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, Texas Open Meetings Act. CONSENT ITEMS 1. 2. ACTION ITEMS Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes Summary for the Board Meeting held on August 18, 2022 Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 00094 Declaring Intent to Issue Bonds to Provide Financing for a Multifamily Residential Rental Development for persons of low and moderate income (Pathways at Rosewood Courts East); prescribing certain terms and conditions of such bonds; authorizing the filing of an Application for Allocation of Private Activity Bonds with the Texas Bond Review Board; and containing other provisions relating to the subject EXECUTIVE SESSION The Board may go into Executive Session (close its meeting to the public) Pursuant to: a. 551.071, Texas Gov't Code, consultations with Attorney regarding legal advice, pending or contemplated litigation; or a settlement offer; b. 551.072, Texas Gov't Code, discussion about the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property; c. 551.074, Texas Gov't Code, discuss the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee. d. 551.087, Texas Gov't Code, discuss certain economic development negotiations. If there is an Executive Session, the Board will return to Open Session for discussion, consideration and possible action of matters discussed in Executive Session. OPEN SESSION REPORTS The Board accepts the following reports: President's Report Other Staff Reports Commissioners' Reports/Questions to the Department Staff ADJOURNMENT "Pursuant to 30.06, Penal Code, (trespass by holder of license with a concealed handgun), a person …
2. REGULAR MEETING of the COMMISSION ON SENIORS SEPTEMBER 14TH AT NOON CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS, 78701 Some members of the BOARD/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, call or email Halana Kaleel, 512-972-5019, Halana.Kaleel@austintexas.gov. CURRENT MEMBERS: Janee Briesemeister, Chair Richard Bondi Amy Temperley, Vice-Chair Patricia Bordie Jacqueline Angel Martha Bauman Erica Garcia-Pittman Sally Van Sickle Henry Van de Putte Martin Kareithi Peter Varteressian Luz Lopez-Guerrero Natalie Cagle Emily De Maria Nicola Fred Lugo AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the August 10th, 2022 Regular Commission on Seniors Meeting. 1. STAFF BRIEFINGS/ANNOUNCEMENTS Staff briefing regarding Age-Friendly Austin Update, Tabitha Taylor, Age-Friendly Program Coordinator. DISCUSSION ITEMS Presentation: ATX Walk Bike Roll (ATXWBR) Project Update, Katie Wettick and John Eastman, City of Austin Public Works. Presentation: Senior Homestead Exemption Outreach Overview, Tabitha Taylor, Austin Public Health and Tara Connolly, City of Austin Housing and Planning. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Strategic Discussion and Planning: Commission on Seniors Quality of Life Study. Discussion and action to approve amendments to the Commission on Seniors bylaws to change name of the Commission on Seniors to the Commission on Aging, update the language “seniors” to “aging,” and amend goals of the Commission on Seniors. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES Update from Commission Work Plan Update from the Age Friendly Action Plan Implementation Working Group Update from the Transportation, Housing, and Outdoor Spaces Working Group Update from the Social Participation, Respect and Social Inclusion, Civic Participation and Employment Working Group Update from the Community Support and Health Services Working Group Update from the Joint Inclusion Committee Update from the Ordinance and Bylaws Working Group Update from the Budget Working Group WORKING GROUP RECOMMENDATIONS Discussion and action to form the Commission on Seniors Quality of Life Study Working Group (Vice-Chair Temperley, Commissioner Bordie, and …
1. 2. REGULAR MEETING of the EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 14, 2022, 8:30 A.M. CITY HALL, BOARD AND COMMISSION ROOM #1101 301 WEST SECOND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Early Childhood Council 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, call or email Caitlin Oliver, Program Coordinator, Austin Public Health, at 512-972-6205 or Caitlin.Oliver@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Cathy McHorse, Chair Raul Alvarez Eliza Gordon Johanna Hosking Pulido Cynthia McCollum Casie Schennum Matt Worthington, Vice Chair Ashley Bliss Lima Tom Hedrick Aletha Huston Rhonda Paver AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first five speakers to register prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES DISCUSSION ITEMS Approve the minutes of the Early Childhood Council Regular Meeting on August 13, 2022 Updates from related groups (as needed), including Austin Chapter of the Texas Association for the Education of Young Children, Austin ISD, Child Care Regulation, Child Inc, E3 Alliance, Success By 6 Coalition, Workforce Solutions Capital Area, and other groups in attendance Presentation by Jeremy Garza, Equity Office, regarding City quality-of-life study for some boards & commissions, including the Early Childhood Council Updates from Raul Alvarez regarding the Joint Inclusion Committee (JIC), including an overview of the process for proceeding with a quality-of-life study DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Approve the creation of and appointment of members to a working group with authorization to make decisions about the quality-of-life study on behalf of the Early Childhood Council Approve a recommendation from the ECC Policy Work Group regarding City of Austin fee waivers for child care programs WORK GROUP UPDATES Updates from Policy Work Group, including considerations about new City Council members in 2023 STAFF BRIEFINGS 9. Staff briefing by Caitlin Oliver, Austin Public Health, regarding COVID-19 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. Meeting locations are planned with …
REGULAR MEETING of the ZERO WASTE ADVISORY COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 14TH, 2022 6:00 PM CITY HALL ROOM 1001 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the BOARD/COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live 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 Dwight Scales at (512) 974-2435 or dwight.scales@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Cathy Gattuso (Vice-Chair) Amanda Masino Mayor Jonathan Barona District 3 Kaiba White District 7 Gerry Acuna (Chair) District 10 Albert Swantner District 1 Melissa Caudle District 4 Ian Steyaert District 8 CALL TO ORDER District 5 Melissa Rothrock District 2 Ethan Myers District 6 Ingrid Powell District 9 AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 3 speakers signed up *prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the ZERO WASTE ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING on August 10th, 2022 OLD BUSINESS 2. Approval of minutes of the ZERO WASTE ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING on June 8th, 2022. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Austin Resource Recovery (ARR) Budget Review Update – Victoria Rieger 4. Transfer Station Presentation and Update – Richard McHale 5. URO Multifamily Composting Pilot Study Update – Elizabeth Nelson DIRECTOR’S REPORT 6. ARR Vehicle Wrap Update, Solicitations Update, Performance Reports, and Statistical Reports 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. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least two days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Dwight Scales at Austin Resource Recovery Department, at (512) 974-2435 for additional information; TTY users’ route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Zero Waste Advisory Commission, please contact Dwight Scales at (512) 974-2435.
COMMUNITY TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Regular Meeting Wednesday – September 14, 2022 – 6:30 PM City Hall – Boards and Commissions - Room 1101 301 W. 2nd Street - Austin, TX 78701 Some members of the Community Technology and Telecommunications 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 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 Jesse Rodriguez at jesse.rodriguez@austintexas.gov CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Nehemiah Pitts III, Chair Steven Apodaca, Vice Chair Cristina Garza Maxine Eiland Nicole Thompson Sophie Gairo Malcolm Yeatts Dave Floyd Jennifer Ramos Sumit DasGupta AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will 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 Community Technology and Telecommunications Commission Regular meeting on July 13, 2022 STAFF AND COMMUNITY BRIEFINGS (A member of the public may not address a board at a meeting on an item posted as a briefing) 2. Motion Media Arts Center (Austin School of Film + Austin Cinemaker Space) ~ Faiza Kracheni, Co-Executive Director & East Austin Native 3. Grant for Technology Opportunities Program – GTOPs Connect Update (Jesse Rodriguez, Program Manager) DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. FCC Broadband Standards (Discussion and Action) 5. The Digital Inclusion Strategic Plan (Discussion and Action) 6. Intelligent Infrastructure Resolution (Discussion and Action) 7. Digital Inclusion Town Hall Listening Session Planning (Discussion and Action) Working Group Updates Policy Working Group 8. Update from Digital Inclusion, Civic Engagement, and Strategic Technology and Telecom 9. Update from Knowledge, Information, and Data Stewardship Working Group 10. Update from Technology, Infrastructure, and Innovation Working Group 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. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Jesse Rodriguez at the Telecommunications …
Regular Meeting of the Water and Wastewater Commission September 14, 2022 — 6:00 pm Austin Energy Headquarters 4815 Mueller Boulevard Austin, Texas Some members may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live For more information go to: http://www.austintexas.gov/wwc Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register, call or email the board liaison at 512-972-0115 or Blanca.Madriz@austintexas.gov . To register to speak in person, people must sign up at least ten minutes before the meeting is called to order. Commissioners: William Moriarty (Mayor) Jesse Penn (District 1) Alex Navarro (District 2) Travis Michel (District 3) Chien Lee, Chair (District 4) Christianne Castleberry, Vice Chair (District 5) Vacant (District 6) Judy Musgrove (District 7) Vacant (District 8) Grant Fisher (District 9) Susan Turrieta (District 10) CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of minutes from the August 10, 2022, regular meeting of the Water and Wastewater Commission. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL 2. Recommend approval to award a contract with RE2D, Inc. to provide inspection, repair, and testing of stationary cranes, for a term of five years in an amount not to exceed $396,000. 3. Recommend approval to negotiate and execute a cost participation agreement with Blackburn Group, LLC for the City to reimburse the developer for an amount not to exceed $668,000.00 for costs associated with the design and construction of an oversized water main and appurtenances related to Service Extension Request No. 3985R that will provide water service to a proposed mixed-use development located at 5601 Durango Pass. (District 1) The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Blanca Madriz at Austin Water, 512-972-0115 for additional information; TTY users’ route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Water and Wastewater Commission, please contact Blanca Madriz at Blanca.Madriz@austintexas.gov. 4. Recommend approval to negotiate …
Item 2 #22-2972 Water &Wastewater Commission: September 14, 2022 Council: September 29, 2022 Posting Language Recommend approval to award a contract with RE2D, Inc. to provide inspection, repair, and testing of stationary cranes, for a term of five years in an amount not to exceed $396,000. MBE/WBE This solicitation was reviewed for subcontracting opportunities in accordance with City Code Chapter 2-9C Minority Owned and Women Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program. For the services required for this solicitation, there were no certified M/WBEs; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. Lead Department Financial Services Department Client Department Austin Water Assistant Director of Operations, Rick Coronado Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $79,200 is available in the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Operating Budget of Austin Water. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Purchasing Language: The Financial Services Department issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) 2200 JOG1028 for these services. The solicitation was issued on June 20, 2022 and closed on July 21, 2022. Of the two offers received, the recommended contractor submitted the lowest responsive offer. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bids received, is available for viewing, is available for viewing on the City’s Financial Services, website, Austin Finance Online. Link: Solicitation Document. Prior Council Action: N/A Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: September 14, 2022 - To be reviewed by the Water & Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: The contract will provide annual inspections, repairs, and testing of stationary cranes at all water and wastewater treatment facilities, remote pump stations, lift stations, and package plants. All stationary cranes are used by Facility Maintenance staff daily to handle loading, unloading, heavy equipment and materials as well as during repairs of large process equipment. The contractor will be responsible for conducting visual inspections of the integrity and operation of all stationary cranes according to Occupational Safety and Health Administration, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, and American National Standard Institute standards. The contractor shall also conduct several tests such as ultrasonic, magnetic particle, and dye penetrant testing in accordance with the various American Society for Testing and Materials standards as well as provide repairs as needed. Item 2 #22-2972 Water &Wastewater Commission: September 14, 2022 Council: September 29, 2022 The contract will replace two current contracts, one of which will expire November 11, 2022. The requested authorization amounts for this contract were determined …
Item 3 # 22-2899 Water & Wastewater Commission: September 14, 2022 Council: September 29, 2022 Posting Language Recommend approval to negotiate and execute a cost participation agreement with Blackburn Group, LLC for the City to reimburse the developer for an amount not to exceed $668,000.00 for costs associated with the design and construction of an oversized water main and appurtenances related to Service Extension Request No. 3985R that will provide water service to a proposed mixed-use development located at 5601 Durango Pass. (District 1) Lead Department Austin Water Client Department Austin Water Assistant Director of Environmental, Planning & Development Services, Kevin Critendon Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Capital Budget of Austin Water. Prior Council Action N/A Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action September 14, 2022 - To be reviewed by the Water & Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information The East Parke Subdivision Phase 2 project consists of approximately 30.42 acres of land out of the approximately 68-acre East Parke Subdivision located at 5601 Durango Pass (the “Property”). The Property is located entirely within the City of Austin’s (the “City”) Full-Purpose Jurisdiction, Impact Fee Boundary, Austin Water’s service area for water, the Desired Development Zone, and the Walnut Creek Watershed. A map of the property location is attached. Blackburn Group, LLC (the “Applicant”) is proposing to develop approximately 300 multi-family units and approximately 110,000 sq. ft. of retail space. The Applicant requested that the City provide water utility service to the Property as proposed in Service Extension Request (SER) No. 3985R. Austin Water will also provide retail wastewater service to the Property. In accordance with Chapter 25-9 of the City Code, the City has asked the Applicant to oversize the water main in order to serve additional properties within the Central water pressure zone consistent with the City’s long range planning goals for this area. If approved by City Council, the City will cost participate in this construction project only to the extent of the City’s proportionate share of the oversized main. The proposed oversized improvements include construction of approximately 3,100 feet of 16-inch water main from the existing 16-inch water main located at the northwest corner of the Property, south along the western boundary of the Property to the existing 16-inch water main located south of Loyola Lane in Ed Bluestein Boulevard. Item 3 # 22-2899 Water & Wastewater Commission: September 14, 2022 Council: September …
Item 4 # 22-2900 Water & Wastewater Commission: September 14, 2022 Council: September 29, 2022 Posting Language Recommend approval to negotiate and execute a cost participation agreement with Blackburn Group, LLC for the City to reimburse the developer for an amount not to exceed $2,412,000.00 for costs associated with the design and construction of an oversized gravity wastewater main and appurtenances related to Service Extension Request No. 3986R2 that will provide wastewater service to a proposed mixed-use development located at 5601 Durango Pass. (District 1) Lead Department Austin Water Client Department Austin Water Assistant Director of Environmental, Planning & Development Services, Kevin Critendon Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Capital Budget of Austin Water. Prior Council Action May 21, 2020 - Council authorized the negotiation and execution of a cost reimbursement agreement for Phase 1 of the East Parke Subdivision development. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action September 14, 2022 - To be reviewed by the Water & Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information The East Parke Subdivision Phase 2 project consists of approximately 30.42 acres of land out of the approximately 68-acre East Parke Subdivision located at 5601 Durango Pass (the “Property”). The Property is located entirely within the City of Austin’s (the “City”) Full-Purpose Jurisdiction, Impact Fee Boundary, Austin Water’s service area for wastewater, the Desired Development Zone, and the Walnut Creek Watershed. A map of the property location is attached. Blackburn Group, LLC (the “Applicant”) is proposing to develop East Parke Subdivision Phase 2 with approximately 300 multi-family units and approximately 110,000 sq. ft. of retail space. The Applicant requested that the City provide wastewater utility service to the Property as proposed in Service Extension Request (SER) No. 3986R2. Austin Water will also provide retail water service to the Property. Prior Council Action City Council on May 21, 2020, authorized the negotiation and execution of a Cost Reimbursement Agreement (“Agreement”) to allow for reimbursement up to $2,782,025 for hard costs and soft costs for the oversized portion of the East Parke Subdivision Phase 1 wastewater improvements required in the SER-3986R. Current Request In accordance with Chapter 25-9 of the City Code, the City has asked the Applicant to oversize the Phase 2 gravity wastewater main in order to serve additional properties within the Walnut Creek Item 4 # 22-2900 Water & Wastewater Commission: September 14, 2022 Council: September 29, 2022 drainage basin consistent with …
Item 5 # 22-2901 Water & Wastewater Commission: September 14, 2022 Council: September 29, 2022 Posting Language Recommend approval of a resolution authorizing Austin Water to continue a pilot program and issue incentives during Fiscal Year 2022-2023 for alternative onsite water reuse systems for large new commercial and multi-family developments under Austin Water’s regulatory framework in a total aggregate amount not to exceed $1,000,000, and not to exceed $500,000 for each individual project. Lead Department Austin Water Client Department Austin Water Assistant Director of Environmental, Planning & Development Services, Kevin Critendon Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Operating Budget of Austin Water. Prior Council Action November 29, 2018 – City Council approved the Water Forward Plan on a 10-0 vote. December 11, 2019 – City Council voted to approve the Land Development Code Revision directing Austin Water to establish a regulatory program and an incentive program for onsite Water Reuse Systems on first reading on a 7-4 vote. February 13, 2020 – City Council voted to approve the Land Development Code Revision directing Austin Water to establish a regulatory program and an incentive program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems on second reading on a 7-4 vote. December 10, 2020 – City Council voted to approve an ordinance establishing City Code Chapter 15- 13 relating to treatment, monitoring, and reporting regulations for Onsite Water Reuse Systems on a 10-0 vote. April 22, 2021 – City Council voted to initially approve the Pilot Incentive Program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems for Fiscal Year 2020-2021 for the installation of alternative onsite water reuse systems up to a total aggregate amount of $1,000,000 and not to exceed $500,000 for each project on a 10-1 vote. September 30, 2021 – City Council voted to reauthorize the Pilot Incentive Program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 for the installation of alternative onsite water reuse systems up to a total aggregate amount of $1,000,000 and not to exceed $500,000 for each project on a 10-1 vote. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action September 14, 2022 - To be reviewed by the Water & Wastewater Commission. September 20, 2022 – To be reviewed by the Resource Management Commission. Additional Backup Information A recommendation in the 2018 Water Forward Plan (Plan) approved by City Council included the development and adoption of an ordinance requiring the use of alternative onsite water for large, …
Item 6 # 22-2935 Water & Wastewater Commission: September 14, 2022 Council: September 29, 2022 Posting Language Recommend approval of an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Combined Utility Revenue Bond Redemption Fund (Ordinance No. 20220817-004) to increase the transfer in from the Water and Wastewater Reserve Fund by $18,000,000 and increase other bond debt service requirement expenditures by $18,000,000 for the purpose of defeasing and redeeming certain outstanding bonds secured by the Reserve Fund. Lead Department Austin Water Client Department Austin Water Assistant Director of Financial Services, Joseph Gonzales Fiscal Note A fiscal note is attached. Prior Council Action August 17, 2022 – Council approved the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Combined Utility Revenue Bond Redemption Fund Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action N/A Additional Backup Information Debt Service Reserve funds are restricted funds that are set-aside to provide additional security to Austin Water’s revenue bond holders. Because most of Austin Water’s Debt Service Reserve funds were funded with proceeds from prior bond issuances, such funds are only permitted to be used towards debt service and are not available for any other purpose. As outstanding revenue bonds mature or are refinanced with new revenue bonds that do not require a Debt Service Reserve fund, the restricted Debt Service Reserve funds will be utilized by contributing the funds as part of a revenue bond refinancing transaction or will be utilized to defease (prepay) outstanding revenue bonds. To utilize the excess reserve funds, the Combined Utility Revenue Bond Redemption Fund’s requirements must be increased. There will be a $0 net impact as the reserve proceeds will serve as “Revenue” to offset the increased requirements. The prepayment of debt with Debt Service Reserve funds will reduce future interest costs to ratepayers. The use of Debt Service Reserve funds is in part contingent upon the issuance of refunding bonds being authorized by City Council under a separate ordinance. A defeasance is a method of using available cash to pay off outstanding debt. The cash is placed in an escrow account held by a trustee to make principal and interest payments on the required payment date for the bonds being defeased until either the optional redemption date or maturity date of the defeased bonds. The obligations payable from the escrow are no longer secured by or payable from the revenues initially pledged to their payment. Strategic Outcome(s) Government that Works for All OPERATING BUDGET FISCAL NOTE …
Item 2 #22-2972 Water &Wastewater Commission: September 14, 2022 Council: September 29, 2022 Posting Language Recommend approval to award a contract with RE2D, Inc. to provide inspection, repair, and testing of stationary cranes, for a term of five years in an amount not to exceed $396,000. MBE/WBE This solicitation was reviewed for subcontracting opportunities in accordance with City Code Chapter 2-9C Minority Owned and Women Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program. For the services required for this solicitation, there were no certified M/WBEs; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. Lead Department Financial Services Department Client Department Austin Water Assistant Director of Operations, Rick Coronado Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $79,200 is available in the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Operating Budget of Austin Water. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Purchasing Language: The Financial Services Department issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) 2200 JOG1028 for these services. The solicitation was issued on June 20, 2022 and closed on July 21, 2022. Of the two offers received, the recommended contractor submitted the lowest responsive offer. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bids received, is available for viewing, is available for viewing on the City’s Financial Services, website, Austin Finance Online. Link: Solicitation Document. Prior Council Action: N/A Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: September 14, 2022 - To be reviewed by the Water & Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: The contract will provide annual inspections, repairs, and testing of stationary cranes at all water and wastewater treatment facilities, remote pump stations, lift stations, and package plants. All stationary cranes are used by Facility Maintenance staff daily to handle loading, unloading, heavy equipment and materials as well as during repairs of large process equipment. The contractor will be responsible for conducting visual inspections of the integrity and operation of all stationary cranes according to Occupational Safety and Health Administration, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, and American National Standard Institute standards. The contractor shall also conduct several tests such as ultrasonic, magnetic particle, and dye penetrant testing in accordance with the various American Society for Testing and Materials standards as well as provide repairs as needed. Item 2 #22-2972 Water &Wastewater Commission: September 14, 2022 Council: September 29, 2022 The contract will replace two current contracts, one of which will expire November 11, 2022. The requested authorization amounts for this contract were determined …
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Early Childhood Council 20220914-6: Fully Implementing Fee Waivers for High-Quality Affordable Early Child Care Centers WHEREAS, in the City of Austin, only 36% of children under the age of four living in households with low income are receiving any early learning services at all; and WHEREAS, 90% of these children aged birth to 4 are children of color; and WHEREAS, the COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating impact on the early childhood sector in Texas with an estimated loss of 22% of the state child care supply, as well as a disproportionate impact on communities of color in Austin; and WHEREAS, in September 2017, Council resolution 20170928-057 created 12 deliverables related to child care; and WHEREAS, Austin Public Health, after convening a workgroup of early childhood stakeholders, developed and sent to Council in April of 2018 the High Quality Child Care and Pre-K 3 Report Response to Council Resolution No. 20170928-057, which included fourteen considerations to support the child care sector and improve access to affordable, high-quality early care and education; and WHEREAS, one of the considerations in the High Quality Child Care and Pre-K 3 Report - Policy Consideration 1 – was to explore waiving City of Austin fees assessed for high quality child care centers; and WHEREAS, a Memorandum dated April 12, 2019, to the Mayor and Council Members from the Development Services and Planning and Zoning departments in response to Resolution No. 20181004- 036 outlined options for fee waivers for Council consideration, including annual fees collected by Austin Public Health and the Austin Fire Department, and project-specific development process fees assessed when opening or expanding a child care center; and WHEREAS, on January 31, 2019, Mayor and Council amended Chapter 10-3 of the City Code relating to food enterprise permits to exempt qualified high quality child care that accept child care subsidies from paying food permit fees (Ordinance No. 20190131-017), and on that date also approved an ordinance to exempt those child care centers from the general environment/licensing inspection fee and food establishment fee (Ordinance No. 20190131-016); and WHEREAS, during the May 11, 2022, regular meeting, the City of Austin Early Childhood Council received an update on the status of all considerations to Council that were included in the April 2018 High Quality Child Care and Pre-K 3 Report Response to Council Resolution No. 20170928-057, and found that waivers for Austin Fire Department fees and …
