Updates, Reports and Briefings Austin Animal Services | September 14, 2026 Spay/Neuter Numbers from Contracts Information from FY2026 Monica Dangler, Director Two clinics $342,858.00* 1,226 Nov. 1,000 Feb. Wellness is included in the flat-rate payment. *Total does not include soft/supporting costs (e.g. dumpsters, staff time, restrooms, other rentals, etc.) Spay/neuter $535,537.00 2,263 dogs 2,836 cats Wellness $368,629.92 Spay/neuter $184,950.00 2,055 cats Wellness $27,078.00 Total $904,166.92 Total $212,028.00 Contracts in FY26 October 2025 – August 2026 Austin Animal Services provides spay/neuter and wellness (vaccinations, preventative services, etc.) to community-owned animals. Wellness costs represent a critically important (but overlooked) aspect of Austin’s No Kill plan. Helping families keep their animals healthy through low- cost/free services means keeping animals in their forever home! Vendor Emancipet Austin Humane Society Greater Good (GoodFix) Totals S/N Totals 5,099 2,055 2,226 9,380 S/N Costs $535,537.00 $184,950.00 $342,858.00 Wellness Costs $368,629.92 $27,078.00 * $1,063,345.00 $395,707.92 3 Monthly Reporting August 2026 Jason Garza, Assistant Director 1,126 animals were impounded this month. Animals Impounded A breakdown of impounded animals by species and/or age. Wildlife 56 Critters 3 Puppies 107 1,034 5-year average 1,009 903 August Intake Over Time This chart shows the number of animals impounded this month, ranked by fiscal year. Cats 268 Kittens 384 Dogs 308 6 2 Y F 5 2 Y F 4 2 Y F 5 August 2026 had a live-release rate of 97.28 percent. Live Outcomes by Animal Type This chart shows how many of each animal type had a positive or live outcome during August. Breakdown per Outcome Type This chart shows the breakdown of each kind of live outcome by the number of animals with that live outcome. Each bar is equal to 100% of the outcome category. Puppies 92 Dogs 318 Critters 10 Kittens 400 Cats 326 Puppies 1 Kittens 1 Cats 15 Dogs 66 Critters 7 Kittens 229 Puppies 56 Cats 198 Dogs 213 Kittens 1 Critters 3 Kittens 169 Cats 29 Puppies 35 Cats 1 Cats 83 Dogs 39 Adopted Returned to Owner Returned to Habitat Rescue Transfer Escaped 6 704 animals were adopted this month. Adoptions Over Time (Month, Fiscal Year) This chart shows the number of adoptions per month, ranked by fiscal year. FY24 | 735 FY26 | 704 FY25 | 695 FY23 | 661 Adoptions by Type (Age, Breed) This chart shows the total number of adoptions per animal type. Critters 7 Kittens 229 Puppies 56 …
ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PANEL Regular Meeting Minutes The Art in Public Places Panel convened a regular meeting on Monday, September 14, 2026, virtual regular meeting. Chari Kristi-Anne Shaer called the meeting to order at 6:01 PM. Panel Members in Attendance: Kristi-Anne Shaer – Chair, Vice Chair – Lindsey Millikan, Heidi Schmalbach – Arts Commission Liaison, Bernardo Diaz, Andrew Danziger, and Fatima Carbajal. Panel Members Absent: Camille Jobe. Staff in Attendance: AIPP Manager: Jaime Castillo; AIPP Coordinator Senior: Rebecca Rende; AIPP Coordinator Lindsay Hutchens; ACME Assistant Director: Morgan Messick; and ACME Interim Chief Administrative Officer: Candice Cooper. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. The minutes of the Art in Public Places Panel Regular meeting on August 3, 2026. Andrew Danziger made a motion to approve of the minutes from Art in Public Places Regular Panel Meeting on Monday, August 3, 2026, Bernardo Diaz seconded. Motion passes 5-0. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Art in Public Places Program, including Conservation, Current Projects and Milestones. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, Art in Public Places Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Discussion of Arts Commission Liaison Report on Action Items from August 17, 2026, Arts Commission Meeting. Presentation by Heidi Schmalbach, Arts Commission Liaison. Bernie Diaz made a motion to move Item 5: Discussion of the Northeast Service Center: Garage Façade Art in Public Places Concept Design before Item 4: Discussion of Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment Creative Reset. Commissioner Heidi Schmalbach seconded. Motion passes 6-0. 4. 5. 6. 7. Discussion of Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment Creative Reset. Presentation by Candice Cooper, Interim Chief Administrative Officer, and Morgan Messick, Assistant Director, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. Discussion of the Northeast Service Center: Garage Façade Art in Public Places Concept Design. Presentation by Bridge Projects, Art in Public Places Artist, and Rebecca Rende, Art in Public Places Coordinator Senior, Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Art in Public Places Projects 50% Final Design Update. Presentation by Alex Irrera, Art in Public Places Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Item pulled by Art in Public Places Manager, Jaime Castillo, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Uplifted Ground Art in Public Places Project. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, Art in Public Places Manager, Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 8. 9. …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM02 DATE: Monday, September 14, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0029 ____-____Thomas Ates (D1) (Resigned) ____Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ____-____VACANT (D3) ____Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ____Y____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) ____Y____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) ____-____Sameer S Birring (D7) (Resigned) ____Y____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) ____Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ____-____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) OUT ____-____Jeffery L Bowen (M) OUT ____-____Corry L Archer-MccClellan (Alternate) (M) ____Y____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ____-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Stephen Hawkins OWNER: Agustin Gonzalez ADDRESS: 3011 WESTLAKE DR VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant has requested variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-1176 (Site Development Regulations for Docks, Marinas, and Other Lakefront Uses) (A) (1) to increase the dock length from 30 feet (required) to fifty feet (50’) (requested), in order to erect a boat dock in a “LA” Lake Austin zoning district. Note: Land Development Code, 25-2-1176 Site Development Regulations for Docks, Marinas, and Other Lakefront Uses (A) A dock or similar structure must comply with the requirements of this subsection. (1) A dock may extend up to 30 feet from the shoreline, except that the director may require a dock to extend a lesser or greater distance from the shoreline if deemed necessary to ensure navigation safety. BOARD’S DECISION: AUGUST 10, 2026 The public hearing was closed by Chair Jeffery Bowen, Board Member Michael Von Ohlen’s motion to postpone to September 14, 2026, Board member Melissa Hawthorne second on 10-0 votes; POSTPONED TO SEPTEMBER 14, 2026. September 14, 2026 Vice Chair’s motion to postpone to October 12, 2026, Board member Melissa Hawthorne second on 7-0 votes; POSTPONED TO OCTOBER 12, 2026, NOT ENOUGH BOARD MEMBERS FOR VOTING PURPOSES. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property, will not impair the use of adjacent conforming property, and will not impair the purpose of the regulations of the zoning district in which the property is located because: Elaine Ramirez Executive Liaison Maggie Shahrestani Vice-Chair for
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM03 DATE: Monday September 14, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0030 ____-____Thomas Ates (D1) (Resigned) ____Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ____-____VACANT (D3) ____Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ____Y____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) ____Y____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) ____-____Sameer S Birring (D7) (Resigned) ____Y____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) ____Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ____-____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) OUT ____-____Jeffery L Bowen (M) OUT ____-____Corry L Archer-MccClellan (Alternate) (M) ____Y____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ____-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) OWNER/APPLICANT: Xiao Huang ADDRESS: 2805 SARATOGA DR VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) (D) from setback requirements for a front setback of 40 feet (required) to 7 feet (requested) in order to erect a four-foot high (4’) attached uncovered wood deck in front of an existing single-family residence in a “LA”, Lake Austin zoning district. BOARD’S DECISION: September 14, 2026 Vice Chair’s motion to postpone to October 12, 2026, Board member Melissa Hawthorne second on 7-0 votes; POSTPONED TO OCTOBER 12, 2026, NOT ENOUGH BOARD MEMBERS FOR VOTING PURPOSES. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property, will not impair the use of adjacent conforming property, and will not impair the purpose of the regulations of the zoning district in which the property is located because: Elaine Ramirez Executive Liaison Maggie Shahrestani Vice-Chair for
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM04 DATE: Monday September 14, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0034 ____-____Thomas Ates (D1) (Resigned) ____Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ____-____VACANT (D3) ____Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ____Y____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) ____Y____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) ____-____Sameer S Birring (D7) (Resigned) ____Y____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) ____Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ____-____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) OUT ____-____Jeffery L Bowen (M) OUT ____-____Corry L Archer-MccClellan (Alternate) (M) ____Y____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ____-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Ricca Keepers OWNER: Trent Trawick ADDRESS: 14200 FLAT TOP RANCH RD VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code: Section 25-2-551 (Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations) (C)(2) (a) from impervious requirements to increase the maximum impervious cover on a slope with a gradient of 25 percent or less from 20 percent (maximum allowed) to 26 percent (requested) and Section 25-2-551 (Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations) (E)(2) to decrease the impervious cover on a slope with a gradient of more than 35 percent from 2% to 0% (requested), in order to complete a remodel/addition in a “LA”, Lake Austin zoning district. Note: Land Development Code Section 25-2-551 Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations SHORELINE SETBACK means a line parallel to the shoreline and at a distance from SHORELINE SETBACK AREA means an area between the shoreline and the In this section: SHORELINE means the 492.8 topographic contour line along the shores of Lake (A) (1) Austin. (2) the shoreline that is prescribed in this section. (3) shoreline setback. (C) This subsection specifies lot width and impervious cover restrictions in a Lake Austin (LA) district. (2) For a lot included in a subdivision plat recorded after April 22, 1982, impervious cover may not exceed: (a) 20 percent, on a slope with a gradient of 25 percent or less; (b) 10 percent, on a slope with a gradient of more than 25 percent and not more than 35 percent; or (c) if impervious cover is transferred under Subsection (D), 30 percent. (E) This subsection specifies additional development standards based on a slope gradient in a Lake Austin (LA) district. (1) On a slope with a gradient of more than 15 percent; (a) vegetation must be restored with native vegetation, as prescribed by the Enviromental Criteria Manual, if it is disturbed or removed as a result of construction; and (b) construction uphill or downhill from the slope must comply with the Enviromental Criteria Manual. (2) on a slope …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM05 DATE: Monday September 14, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0035 ____-____Thomas Ates (D1) (Resigned) ____Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ____-____VACANT (D3) ____Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ____Y____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) ____Y____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) ____-____Sameer S Birring (D7) (Resigned) ____Y____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) ____Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ____-____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) OUT ____-____Jeffery L Bowen (M) OUT ____-____Corry L Archer-MccClellan (Alternate) (M) ____Y____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ____-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Victoria Goodman OWNER: Mark Sainsbury ADDRESS: 4523 AVENUE G VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-899 (Fences as Accessory Uses) to increase the height from eight (8’) feet (maximum allowed) to nine feet (9’) (requested) (6 ft. solid + 3 ft. trellis), in order to maintain a fence along interior side property line (N/NE) & rear property line (E/SE) in a “SF-3-NCCD-NP”, Single-Family-Neighborhood Conservation Combining District-Neighborhood Plan zoning district (Hyde Park Neighborhood Plan). Note: The Land Development Code 25-2-899 Fences as Accessory Uses (A) Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, a fence: (1) is permitted as an accessory use in any zoning district; and (2) must comply with the requirements of this section. (B) In this section: (1) an ornamental fence is a fence with an open design that has a ratio of solid material to open space of not more than one to four; and (2) a solid fence is a fence other than an ornamental fence. (C) The height restrictions of this section do not apply to an ornamental fence. (D) Except as otherwise provided in this section, a solid fence constructed along a property line may not exceed a height of six feet measured from the natural grade up. (E) If there is a change in grade of at least one foot measured along any run of a solid fence along a property line, then the portion of the fence where the grade change occurs may be constructed to a maximum height of seven feet. (F) a solid fence along a property line may be constructed to a maximum height of eight feet if each owner of property that adjoins a section of the fence that exceeds a height of six feet files written consent to the construction of the fence with the building official; and (1) there is a change in grade of at least two feet within 50 feet of the boundary between adjoining properties; or …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM06 DATE: Monday September 14, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0036 ____-____Thomas Ates (D1) (Resigned) ____Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ____-____VACANT (D3) ____Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ____Y____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) ____Y____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) ____-____Sameer S Birring (D7) (Resigned) ____Y____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) ____Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ____-____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) OUT ____-____Jeffery L Bowen (M) OUT ____-____Corry L Archer-MccClellan (Alternate) (M) ____Y____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ____-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Richard T Suttle Jr. OWNER: Erin Booth Derbas ADDRESS: 4107 LAKEPLACE LANE VARIANCE REQUESTED: LDC: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code: Section 25-2-551 (Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations) (B)(3) (a) to permit a tram (mechanical pedestrian access). And Section 25-2-551 (Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations) (E)(2) to permit 260 square feet development on a slope with a gradient of more than 35%, in order to maintain a tram in a “LA”, Lake Austin zoning district. For the above address the Subdivision Plat was recorded on March 25, 1915. Note: Land Development Code Section 25-2-551 Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations Section 25-2-551 Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations {A} In this section: (1) SHORELINE means the 492.8 topographic contour line along the shores of Lake Austin. (2) SHORELINE SETBACK means a line parallel to the shoreline and at a distance from the shoreline that is prescribed in this section. (3) SHORELINE SETBACK AREA means an area between the shoreline and the shoreline setback. (B) This subsection specifies shoreline setbacks in a Lake Austin (LA) district. (1) The shoreline setback is: (a) 75 feet; or (b) 25 feet, if: (i) the lot is located in a subdivision plat recorded before April 22, 1982, or is a legal tract exempt from the requirement to plat; and (ii) the distance between the shoreline and the front lot line, or the property line of a l egal tract, is 200 feet or less. (E) This subsection specifies additional development standards based on a slope gradient in a Lake Austin (LA) district. (1) On a slope with a gradient of more than 15 percent; (a) vegetation must be restored with native vegetation, as prescribed by the Enviromental Criteria Manual, if it is disturbed or removed as a result of construction; and (b) construction uphill or downhill from the slope must comply with the Enviromental Criteria Manual. (2) on a slope with a gradient of more than 35 percent, development is …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM07 DATE: Monday September 14, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0037 ____-____Thomas Ates (D1) (Resigned) ____Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ____-____VACANT (D3) ____Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ____Y____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) ____Y____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) ____-____Sameer S Birring (D7) (Resigned) ____Y____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) ____Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ____-____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) OUT ____-____Jeffery L Bowen (M) OUT ____-____Corry L Archer-MccClellan (Alternate) (M) ____Y____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ____-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Soren Aandahl OWNER: Shesh Aandahl ADDRESS: 714 POST OAK ST VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-779 (Small Lot Single-Family Residential Use) (J)(4) from gross floor area requirements to increase unit size from 2,300 square feet (maximum allowed) to 2,886 square feet (requested) in order to enclose an existing balcony to create conditioned bedroom space in a “SF-3-NP”, Single-Family-Neighborhood Plan zoning district (Bouldin Creek NP). Note: Land Development Code 25-2-779 Small Lot Single-Family Residential Use (A) This section applies to a small lot single-family residential use. (B) This section supersedes the base zoning district regulations to the extent of conflict. (C) Only one dwelling unit is permitted on a lot. (D) This subsection applies to small lot single-family residential use on a property zoned single-family residence small lot (SF-4A) district or less restrictive. (J) Gross Floor Area (1) This subsection applies to a property located within the area described in Subsection 1.2.1 of Subchapter F (Residential Design and Compatibility Standards). (2) GROSS FLOOR AREA means the total enclosed area of all floors in a building with a clear height of more than six feet, measured to the outside surface of the exterior walls, except as provided in this subsection. (3) The gross floor area may not exceed the greater of 1,650 square feet or a floor-to- area ratio of 0.55. (4) The maximum unit size is 2,300 square feet. Source: Ord. 041118-57; Ord. No. 20240516-006, Pt. 5, 5-27-24; Ord. No. 20250227-039, Pt. 2, 10-1-25. BOARD’S DECISION: September 14, 2026 Vice Chair’s motion to postpone to October 12, 2026, Board member Melissa Hawthorne second on 7-0 votes; POSTPONED TO OCTOBER 12, 2026, NOT ENOUGH BOARD MEMBERS FOR VOTING PURPOSES. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: (b) The hardship is not general to the area in …
ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES SEPTEMBER 14, 2026 The Animal Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, September 14, 2026, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Maron called the Animal Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 6:07 pm. Commissioners in Attendance: Jules Maron, Chair, D3 Jo Anne Norton, Vice Chair, D7 Jennifer Daniel, Parliamentarian, D6 Beatriz Dulzaides, D2 Sonal Patel, Travis County Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Erin Ferguson, D8 Whitney Holt, D5 Sarah Huddleston, D9 David Loignon, D10 Dr. Paige Nilson, D4 Erin Van Landingham, D1 Commissioners Absent: Nancy Nemer, Travis County PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Robyn Katz – State of Animals Rosa Garcia – Bite Instance Process, Release Major Lilly Paul Fillar- AAS Budget Matt Caballero- SBI Reform Heather Myers – SBI reporting Metric Measures Julie Oliver – Access to round the clock access Shelly Leibham – Numbers vs Animal Welfare Chas Jacquier – AAS Reporting / Public Access to Information Mia Sewell – Open intake process 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Animal Advisory Commission Regular Meeting on August 10, 2026. The minutes of the August 10, 2026 regular meeting of the Animal Advisory Commission were approved as amended during the September 14, 2026 regular meeting of the Animal Advisory Commission on Vice Chair Norton’s motion, Commissioner Nilson’s second on an 11-0 vote. Commissioner Nemer was absent. The amendments by Chair Maron were to add Virus to the end of Feline Leukemia and to revise all instances of “Texas Health and Safety Chapter 8-23” to “Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 823”. The amendments were approved on the motion of Vice Chair Norton, Parliamentarian Daniel’s second on an 11-0 vote. Commissioner Nemer was absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding monthly reports and dog breed labeling. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services and Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services. Presentation given by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services and Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. 4. Approve the creation of a working group exploring compliance with the Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 823. Withdrawn. Approve the creation of a working group to study the impact of and write recommendations to Council regarding Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) combo testing. The motion to approve the creation of a working …
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Monday, September 14, 2026 The BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT convened in a Regular meeting on Monday, September 14, 2026, at 301 West 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Vice Chair Maggie Shahrestani called the Board of Adjustment Meeting to order at 5:32 PM. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance in-Person: Maggie Shahrestani-Vice Chair Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Haseeb Abdullah, Melissa Hawthorne, Yung-ju Kim, Bianca A. Medina-Leal, Brian Poteet, Suzanne Valentine-Alternate Board Members/Commissioners Absent: Jeffery Bowen-Chair, Tommy Ates (Resigned), Sameer S Birring (Resigned), Michael Von Ohlen, Corry Archer-McClellan-Alternate (technical issues) APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Board of Adjustment Regular meeting on August 10, 2026 On-Line Link: ITEM01 August 10, 2026 draft minutes The minutes from the meeting on August 10, 2026, were approved on Vice Chair Maggie Shahrestani, Board Member Melissa Hawthorne second, on 6-0-1 Vote (Board Member Haseeb Abdullah abstained). PUBLIC HEARINGS Discussion and action on the following cases All items are postponed to October 12, 2026, not enough board members for voting purposes Previous Postponed cases: 2. C15-2026-0029 Stephen Hawkins for Agustin Gonzalez 3011 Westlake Drive On-Line Link: ITEM02 ADV PACKET; PRESENTATION The applicant has requested variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2- 1176 (Site Development Regulations for Docks, Marinas, and Other Lakefront Uses) (A) (1) to increase the dock length from 30 feet (required) to fifty feet (50’) (requested), in order to erect a boat dock in a “LA” Lake Austin zoning district. A dock or similar structure must comply with the requirements of this subsection. Note: Land Development Code, 25-2-1176 Site Development Regulations for Docks, Marinas, and Other Lakefront Uses (A) (1) A dock may extend up to 30 feet from the shoreline, except that the director may require a dock to extend a lesser or greater distance from the shoreline if deemed necessary to ensure navigation safety. Vice Chair’s motion to postpone to October 12, 2026, Board member Melissa Hawthorne second on 7-0 votes; POSTPONED TO OCTOBER 12, 2026, NOT ENOUGH BOARD MEMBERS FOR VOTING PURPOSES. New variance cases: 3. C15-2026-0030 Xiao Huang 2805 Saratoga Drive On-Line Link: ITEM03 ADV PACKET; PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) (D) from setback requirements for a front setback of 40 feet (required) to 7 feet (requested) in order to erect a four-foot high (4’) attached uncovered wood deck in front …
ELECTRIC UTILITY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Monday, September 14, 2026 ELECTRIC UTILITY COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES Monday, September 14, 2026 The Electric Utility Commission convened in a regular called meeting on Monday, September 14, 2026, at Austin Energy Headquarters, 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin, TX 78723. Chair David Tuttle called the Electric Utility Commission meeting to order at 6:04 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Commissioner Dave Tuttle, Chair; Commissioner Al Braden, Vice Chair; Commissioner Lauren Bellomy; Commissioner Chris Gillett; and Commissioner Chris Kirksey. Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Commissioner Cesar Benavides; Commissioner Jonathon Blackburn; and Commissioner Kaiba White. Commissioners Absent: Commissioner Raul Alvarez; Commissioner Ellu Nasser; and Commissioner Cyrus Reed. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL David Levesque- Sun Day, new 35 MW of solar coming online this year, and what is the status of solar on city buildings and landfill. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Electric Utility Commission Regular Called Meeting on August 10, 2026. The motion approving the minutes of the Electric Utility Commission meeting on August 10, 2026, were approved on Commissioner Kirksey’s motion, Commissioner Bellomy’s second on an 8-0 vote with Commissioners Alvarez, Nasser, and Reed absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Recommend approval authorizing Austin Energy to issue non-contractual rebates during Fiscal Year 2026-2027 for multifamily, commercial, and residential programs that support solar and other distributed energy resources, energy efficiency, and beneficial electrification in amounts that exceed the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 City Manager’s spending authority. Funding: $23,475,000 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Energy. The motion to recommend approval authorizing to issue non-contractual rebates during Fiscal Year 2026-2027 for multifamily, commercial, and residential programs that support solar and other distributed energy resources, energy efficiency, and beneficial ELECTRIC UTILITY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Monday, September 14, 2026 electrification, was recommended on Vice Chair Braden’s motion, Chair Tuttle’s second on an 8-0 vote with Commissioners Alvarez, Nasser, and Reed absent. 3. Recommend approval authorizing a contract for construction services for the District Cooling Plant No.1 Condenser Water System Replacement with Flintco LLC, in the amount of $24,850,775 plus a $2,485,078 contingency for a total contract amount not to exceed $27,335,853. Funding: $27,335,853 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. The motion to recommend approval authorizing a contract for construction services for the District Cooling Plant No.1 Condenser Water System Replacement with Flintco LLC, was recommended on Vice Chair Braden’s motion, Commissioner Gillett’s second on a 7-0 …
MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Monday, September 14, 2026 MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MINUTES REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2026 The Municipal Civil Service Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, September 14, 2026, at 5202 E. Ben White Blvd., Suite 500, in Austin, Texas. Chair Kevin Mullen called the Municipal Civil Service Commission meeting to order at 9:36 a.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Kevin Mullen, Chair Ron Bennet Cortney Carothers John Umphress PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Municipal Civil Service Commission Regular Meeting on July 13, 2026. The minutes from the Municipal Civil Service Commission regular meeting on July 13, 2026, were approved on Commissioner Umphress’ motion, Commissioner Bennett’s second on a 4-0 vote. STAFF BRIEFING 2. Staff briefing regarding the Employee Relations model for tracking employee complaints. Presentation by Teena Gray-Hale, Employee Relations Manager, Austin Human Resources. Teena Gray-Hale, Employee Relations Manager with Austin Human Resources, provided a briefing regarding the Employee Relations model for tracking employee complaints. DISCUSSION 3. Discussion and review of potential changes to the bylaws of the Municipal Civil Service Commission. Chair Mullen recessed the Municipal Civil Service Commission meeting at 10:17 a.m. to enter Executive Session to receive legal counsel, pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071 (Legal Counsel exception), on potential changes to the bylaws of the Municipal Civil Service Commission. 1 MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Monday, September 14, 2026 Chair Mullen reconvened the commission meeting after returning from executive session at 10:53 a.m. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Discussion and action to approve future meeting dates, times, and locations. Discussion was held to approve future meeting dates, times, and locations. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Chair Mullen and Commissioner Umphress, on a 4-0 vote, requested an item on the October 26, 2026, commission meeting agenda regarding the discussion of potential changes to Bylaws of the Municipal Civil Service Commission. Chair Mullen requested Austin Human Resources provide a briefing at a Commission meeting in late spring 2027 on updates to the Employee Relations model for tracking employee complaints. Chair Mullen and Commissioner Carothers requested a future agenda item for discussion and action regarding future meeting dates, times, and location. ADJOURNMENT Chair Mullen adjourned the meeting at 11:05 a.m. without objection. The minutes were approved at the October 26, 2026, meeting on Commissioner Carothers’ motion, Commissioner Bennett’s second on a 3-0 vote. 2
REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR’S COMMITTEE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2026, AT 5:30PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 1101 301 W 2nd STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities 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 Nekaybaw Watson, Nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov, 512-974-2562. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Lisa Chang, Chair Alejandro San Martin, Vice Chair Gabriel Arellano DeLawnia Comer-HaGans CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA Lynn Murphy Katie Simon Elizabeth Slade Kristen Vassallo 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 Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities regular meeting on August 14th , 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding processing times of rape kits and abuse reporting. Presentation by Dr. Dana Kadavy, Forensic Science Director, Austin Police and Kachina Clark, Division Manager, Austin Police. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Presentation from SAFE ATX regarding SAFE’s disability program, interpersonal violence in the disability community and current gaps in resources. Presentation by Pierre Berastain, CEO, SAFE ATX and Serena Villa, Disability Services Project Coordinator and Educator, SAFE ATX. 4. Discussion on creating Budget Recommendation Workshops. 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@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. Austin City Clerk’s Office, 512-974-2562 at at For more information on the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities, please contact Nekaybaw Watson at nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COLLEGE STUDENT COMMISSION FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2026, AT 3:00 P.M. CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the College Student 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 Abrianna Citta, 210-232-4773, abrianna.citta01@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Aidan Cournoyer, Chair, University of Texas at Austin Samuel Huron, University of Texas at Austin Andrew Lyon, Vice Chair, Austin Community College Suyeon Hong, Austin Community College Kinnin (Joshua) Phillips, Austin Community College Mekides Guta, Concordia University Lorian Lopez, Concordia University Grant Zeller, Concordia University Isiah Graham, Huston-Tillotson University Olivia Hexsel, St. Edward’s University Saundra Yelenic, St. Edward’s University AGENDA CALL TO ORDER 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 College Student Commission Special Called meeting on April 28, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Discussion of new working group ideas. DISCUSSION & ACTION ITEMS 3. 4. 5. Assignment of new commissioners to the transportation working group. Assignment of new commissioners to the mental health working group. Assignment of new commissioners to the housing working group. WORKING GROUP UPDATE 6. 7. 8. Update from TRANSPORTATION working group on their priorities for the school year. Update from MENTAL HEALTH working group on their priorities for the school year. Update from HOUSING working group on their priorities for the school year. 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 Dr. Chiquita Eugene at the Youth Initiatives Office, at chiquita.eugene@austintexas.gov or (512-972- 5003) to request service or for additional information. For more information …
MAYOR’S COMMITTEE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES REGULAR MEETING MINUTES FRIDAY, AUGUST 14, 2026 The Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities convened in a regular meeting on Friday, August 14, 2026, at 301 W 2nd St. in Austin, Texas. Chair Chang called the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities meeting to order at 5:57 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Lisa Chang, Chair Alejandro San Martin, Vice Chair Katie Simon Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: DeLawnia Comer-HaGans Elizabeth Slade Kristen Vassallo Commissioners Absent: Gabriel Arellano Lynn Murphy PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities Regular Meeting on June 12, 2026. The motion to approve the minutes of the June 12, 2026, regular meeting of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities was approved on Commissioner Vassallo’s motion, Vice Chair San Martin second on a 6-0 vote. Commissioners Arellano and Murphy were absent. 1 STAFF BRIEFING 2. Staff briefing regarding the New Officer Involved Shooting Dashboard. Presentation by Sara Peralta, Public Information and Marketing Program Manager, Austin Police Oversight and Katrina Dorsey, Community Engagement Specialist, Austin Police Oversight. Withdrawn. 3. Staff briefing regarding fair housing and disability rights. Presentation by Enrique Serrano, Civil Rights Officer, Austin Equity and Inclusion. This item was taken fourth. Briefing given by Enrique Serrano, Civil Rights Officer, Austin Equity and Inclusion. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Presentation from the Travis County Clerk’s Office regarding election building accessibility requirements. Presentation by Dyana Limon-Mercado, Travis County Clerk, Travis County Clerk’s Office. This item was taken second. Presentation given by Dyana Limon-Mercado, Travis County Clerk, Travis County Clerk’s Office. 5. Discussion regarding the commission’s interest in a presentation from CapMetro. This item was taken third. Discussion was held. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS - ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned without objection on Vice Chair San Martin’s motion, Commissioner Vassallo’s second at 7:17 pm. 2
Committee Update Austin Forensic Science | September 11th, 2026 Sexual Assault Kit Testing Update Department Key Performance Indicator FY25 Actual FY26 Target FY26 Q1 FY26 Q2 FY26 Q3 Percent of sexual assault kit DNA analysis requests completed (analyzed) within 90 days 97% ≥ 95% 98% 96% 100% Department Performance Metric FY25 Actual FY26 Target FY26 Q1 FY26 Q2 FY26 Q3 Average Turn Around Time in Days 68 90 68 64 63 2
Safety Should Be Accessible to Everyone Mayor's Committee for People with Disabilities A homegrown institution where public safety, public health, and housing meet. 2 Integration Is the Intervention Prevent Violence Respond in Crisis Heal & Access Justice Build Lasting Stability • Expect Respect • SAFEline • Youth and community education • Deaf SHARE • Emergency shelter • Trafficking response • Sexual assault advocacy • Counseling and children's services • Permanent supportive housing • Legal and systems • SAFE Futures advocacy • Disability-accessible services • Planet SAFE • Family stabilization Human lives are continuous. Our response must be, too. 3 Every Day, SAFE Responds 26,000+ ~5,800 SAFEline calls, texts, and chats annually People served in a typical year ~1,000 People housed or sheltered nightly as we expand 8,000+ Students, parents, and educators reached annually Children now comprise roughly two-thirds of shelter residents: 88 children and 35 adults at one recent moment. Source: SAFE internal data; current estimates, September 2026. 4 STANFORD SOCIAL INNOVATION REVIEW Paying for Public Failure Isn't Always Charity Published February 26, 2026 The system always collects its debt. The question is when, where, and at what cost. SAFE Creates Public Value Across Its Entire Ecosystem ENTIRE SAFE ECOSYSTEM ~$120M Estimated annually ~$4 modeled value per $1 SAFE HOUSING PROGRAMS $50.3M $6.37 modeled savings per $1 Based on $7.9M invested RESEARCH BENCHMARK • $33,637 per person annually • Higher-quality Housing First studies Housing is one lens within the broader economic case. These estimates are not additive. SAFE scenario analysis; R360 application; NLIHC systematic-review summary. Modeled estimates. 8 Government Should Sustain the Foundation. Philanthropy Makes Transformation Possible. ~50% / ~50% Immediate impact + strategic flexibility + leverage Government: essential infrastructure Philanthropy: direct services now Government: reliable scale Philanthropy: fill urgent gaps Government: durable responsibility Philanthropy: strengthen what works Government-funded vs. raised annually through philanthropy Immediate safety today. Stronger systems tomorrow. Current funding mix: SAFE FY2026-27 budget. 9 People with Disabilities Experience Disproportionate Rates of Violence 40% G R E A T E R R I S K Women with disabilities had a 40% greater risk of violence than women without disabilities.* 50%+ 80% Research indicates that more than half of women with disabilities experience intimate partner violence during their lifetimes.* Some studies estimate that 80% of women with disabilities have experienced sexual assault. B O T T O M L I N E The risk is higher. The consequences can …
COLLEGE STUDENT COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, April 28, 2026 COLLEGE STUDENT COMMISSION MINUTES SPECIAL CALL TUESDAY, APRIL 28, 2026 The College Student Commission convened in a Special Call meeting on 28, April, 2026, at 301 W 2nd St in Austin, Texas. Chair Lyon called the College Student Commission Meeting to order at 3:29 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Andrew Lyon, Aidan Cournoyer, Mekides Guta Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Caleb Brizuela, Caroline Colin, Carson Domey, Elisha MacGregor, Caroline Schilling PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the College Student Commission Regular Meeting on March 6, 2026 The minutes from the College Student Commission regular meeting on March 6, 2026 were approved on Commissioner Cournoyer’s motion, Commissioner Guta’s second on a 8-0 vote. Commissioners Lopez, Ogle, Ramesh, and Zuniga were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Discussion on recommendations 20260306-002 and 20260306-003 updates. Update given by Commissioner Cournoyer. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. 4. Approve a recommendation to Council on Student Housing Needs. The motion to approve the recommendation to Student Housing Needs was approved on Commissioner Cournoyer’s motion, Commissioner Guta’s second on a 8-0 vote. Commissioners Lopez, Ogle, Ramesh, and Zuniga were absent. Chair and Vice Chair elections. Commissioner Cournoyer was voted chair on a 5-3 vote. 1 COLLEGE STUDENT COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Commissioner Lyon was voted vice chair on a 7-1 vote. Commissioners Brizuela, Colin, Ogle, and Ramesh were absent. WORKING GROUP UPDATES Update from Transportation working group regarding their priorities. The update was given by Commissioner Guta. Update from Mental Health working group regarding their priorities. The update was given by Chair Lyon. Update from Housing working on their work around student housing availability. The update was given by Chair Lyon. Chair Lyon adjourned the meeting at 3:53 p.m. without objection. The minutes were approved at the April 28, 2026, meeting on Commissioner Cournoyer’s motion, Commissioner Guta’s second on a 8-0 vote. 2
MAYOR’S COMMITTEE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES REGULAR MEETING MINUTES FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2026 The Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities convened in a regular meeting on Friday, September 11, 2026, at 301 W 2nd St. in Austin, Texas. Chair Chang called the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities meeting to order at 5:32 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Lisa Chang, Chair Alejandro San Martin, Vice Chair Gabriel Arellano Anthony Chase Jr. Katie Simon Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Lynn Murphy Elizabeth Slade Kristen Vassallo Commissioners Absent: DeLawnia Comer-HaGans PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Brandon Chesser- Introduction to the commission. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities Regular Meeting on August 14, 2026. 1 The minutes of the August 14, 2026, regular meeting of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities was approved on Vice Chair San Martin’s motion, Commissioner Vassallo’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioner Comer-HaGans was absent. STAFF BRIEFING 2. Staff briefing regarding processing times of rape kits and abuse reporting. Presentation by Dr. Dana Kadavy, Forensic Science Director, Austin Forensic Science, Kachina Clark, Division Manager, Austin Forensic Science, and Tracy Morris, Victim Services Manager, Austin Police. Presentation given by Dr. Dana Kadavy, Forensic Science Director, Austin Forensic Science, Kachina Clark, Division Manager, Austin Forensic Science, and Tracy Morris, Victim Services Manager, Austin Police. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Presentation from SAFE Alliance ATX regarding SAFE’s disability program, interpersonal violence in the disability community and current gaps in resources. Presentation by Pierre Berastain, CEO, SAFE Alliance ATX and Serena Villa, Disability Services Project Coordinator and Educator, SAFE Alliance ATX. Presentation given by Pierre Berastain, CEO, SAFE Alliance ATX and Serena Villa, Disability Services Project Coordinator and Educator, SAFE Alliance ATX. 4. Discussion on creating Budget Recommendation Workshops. Discussed. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS -Creation of a budget rec working group -Creation of a working group to write recommendations for victim support for organizations that support victims with disabilities -Follow up with Cap Metro -JIC update -Presentation from Cap Metro Police Force on their training with how they respond to people with IDD ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned by Chair Chang at 7:28pm without objection. The motion to approve the minutes of the September 11, 2026 regular meeting of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities was approved during the October 9, 2026 regular meeting on Vice Chair San Martin’s motion, Commissioner Slade’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioners …
COLLEGE STUDENT COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Friday, September 11, 2026 COLLEGE STUDENT COMMISSION MINUTES REGULAR MEETING FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2026 The College Student Commission convened in a Regular meeting on 11, September, 2026, at 301 W 2nd St in Austin, Texas. Chair Cournoyer called the College Student Commission Meeting to order at 3:17 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Aidan Cournoyer, Isiah Graham, Samuel Huron, Kinnin Phillips, Grant Zeller. Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Andrew Lyon, Mekides Guta, Sanda Yelenic. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the College Student Commission Special Call Meeting on April 28, 2026 The minutes from the College Student Commission special meeting on April 28, 2026 were approved on Commissioner Zeller’s motion, Commissioner Phillip’s second on a 9-0 vote. Commissioners Lopez, and Hexsel were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Discussion of new working group ideas. Discussion was had. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. 4. 5. Assignment of new commissioners to the transportation working group. Discussion was had; Commissioners Phillips, Guta, Yelenic, Grant, Graham, Lyon, and Chair Cournoyer were assigned to the transportation working group. Assignment of new commissioners to the mental health working group. Discussion was had; Commissioners Hong, Phillips, Yelenic, Lyon, and Chair Cournoyer were assigned to the mental health working group. Assignment of new commissioners to the housing working group. 1 COLLEGE STUDENT COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Friday, September 11, 2026 Discussion was had; Commissioners Zeller, Huron, Graham, Guta, Hong, Lopez, and Lyon were assigned to the housing working group. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 6. 7. 8. Update from Transportation working group regarding their priorities. The update was given by Chair Cournoyer. Update from Mental Health working group regarding their priorities. The update was given by Chair Cournoyer. Update from Housing working on their work around student housing availability. The update was given by Chair Cournoyer. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Creation of a Livability working group. Creation of a Public Safety working group. Dissolution of the Housing working group. Dissolution of the Transportation working group. Discussion on potential presenters pertaining to College Student Commission areas of interest. Request for presentation by Austin Police Department on nightlife and Sixth Street safety by Commissioner Graham. Request for presentation by Texas Alcohol and Beverage Commission on nightlife and Sixth Street safety by Commissioner Graham. Chair Cournoyer adjourned the meeting at 4:30 p.m. without objection. \ The minutes were approved at the October 10, 2026, meeting on Commissioner Zeller’s …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2026, AT 4:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, CONFERENCE ROOM 1401 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Historic Landmark Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, please use the QR code or link at the end of this document. For questions, please email preservation@austintexas.gov. KEVIN KOCH JAIME ALVAREZ HARMONY GROGAN CURRENT COMMISSIONERS AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order are allowed three minutes to speak on items not posted to the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Architectural Review Committee regular meeting on August 12, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 608 Blanco St. Castle Hill Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Raise the porch and rebuild the railing, install planters, install an ADA lift, and reinstall decorative trim of a contributing building. Applicant: Scott Magic 704 Baylor St. Castle Hill Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Construct a second-story addition on a contributing building. Applicant: Tisha Ritta C14H-1976-0024 – 1006 Congress Ave. Lundberg Bakery Council District 9 Proposal: Rehabilitate and construct an addition to a landmark. Applicant: Sue Hagerty C14H-2020-0087 – 3908 Avenue B Baker School Council District 9 Proposal: Place three 40ft shipping containers on the property with no alterations to the landmarked building. Applicant: Brittany Garcia C14H-2015-0001 – 908 E. 11th St. Dedrick-Hamilton House Council District 1 Proposal: Install accessibility improvements and expand porch access at a landmarked building. Applicant: DJ Scales C14H-2018-0010 – 3952 Berkman Dr. Mueller Air Control Tower Council District 9 Proposal: Install emergency cell service atop control tower. Applicant: Marilee Archer 8. 9. 10. HR-2026-101908 – 1614 Preston Ave. Old West Austin National Register Historic District Council District 10 Proposal: Rehabilitate the exterior of a contributing building and construct a second-story addition. Applicant: Arielle Marie Lawrence Yadhati SP-2026-035365; HR-2026-070009 – 611 West Lynn St. West Line National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Construct new residences. Applicant: Casey …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON IMMIGRANT AFFAIRS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2026, AT 6:30 PM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1406 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Commission on Immigrant Affairs may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Nekaybaw Watson, 512-974-2562, nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS : Miriam Dorantes, Chair Adrian De La Rosa Aditi Joshi Diane Kanawati Melissa Ortega Yohana Saucedo AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Alondra Johnson, Vice-Chair Azeem Edwin Jeanne “Canan” Kaba Wilson Ramirez Meghna Roy Caroline Solis The first ten speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Commission on Immigrant Affairs regular meeting on August 3rd, 2026. STAFF BRIEFING 2. Staff briefing from Austin Equity and Inclusion regarding the goals and priorities of the Immigrant Affairs Manager. Briefing by Shafina Khaki, Human Rights Officer, Austin Equity and Inclusion and Houmma Garba, Immigration Affairs Manager, Austin Equity and Inclusion. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Create a list of questions and discussion items for City of Austin Departments for future presentations. 4. Discussion of the strategic impact of the commission and ideas for organizations to invite, recommendations to consider, and future discussions to have. 5. Discussion on emergency relief funding and resources due to detentions resulting in family separation. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 6. Update from the Joint Inclusion Committee (JIC) representative regarding August meeting of the JIC. 7. Update from Quality-of-Life Study Working group regarding recent meetings and study progress. (Current Members: Vice Chair Johnson, Commissioners: Edwin, Kaba, Kanawati, Joshi and Ortega) FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Nekaybaw Watson at Austin …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2026, AT 4:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, CONFERENCE ROOM 4001 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Historic Landmark Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, please use the QR code or link at the end of this document. For questions, please email preservation@austintexas.gov. X KEVIN KOCH X JAIME ALVAREZ X HARMONY GROGAN CURRENT COMMISSIONERS DRAFT MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: 4PM PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order are allowed three minutes to speak on items not posted to the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Architectural Review Committee regular meeting on July 8, 2026. MOTION: Approve the July 8, 2026 meeting minutes. Motion by Commissioner Alvarez. Commissioner Koch seconded the motion. Vote 3-0. The motion passed. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 4550 Mueller Blvd. Council District 9 Proposal: Remodel the Browning hangar for adaptive reuse. Applicant: Sergio Negrete The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. C14H-2000-2268 – 2303 Rio Grande St. Kuehne-Moore House Council District 9 Proposal: Discuss the 2303 Rio Grande Historical Designation including options to remove, rename, or relocate. Applicant: Ashley Fisher The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. C14H-1982-0001-h – 920 Congress Ave. Larmour Block (H) Council District 9 Proposal: Discuss new building signage. Applicant: Patrick Georgiou The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. C14H-2020-0087 – 3908 Avenue B Baker School Council District 9 Proposal: Place three 40ft shipping containers on the property with no alterations to the landmarked building. Applicant: Brittany Garcia The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. C14H-1991-0002 – 109 E. 10th St. Wooten Medical Offices Council District 9 Proposal: Restore and rehabilitate a landmark including structural stabilization and other capital improvements. Applicant: John Nelson The applicant did not attend. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. C14H-2025-0086 – 1712 Rio Grande St. Malcolm and Margaret Badger Reed House Council District 9 Proposal: Remodel a landmark and remove non-historic …
WM 41 LAPORTE RE, LLC CALLED 0.145 ACRES DOC. NO. 2023063292 O.P.R.T.C.T. T.J. CHAMBERS SURVEY ABSTRACT NO. 7 LOT 1, OUTLOT 3 DIVISION Z (S62°23'32"E 125.00') 4 8 4 3 8 4 2 8 4 S 65° 00' 54'' E 125.19' 612 BLANCO, LLC CALLED 0.200 ACRES DOC. NO. 2021210014 O.P.R.T.C.T. 2 3 1007 1 8 4 AZALEA-HARTHAN, LLC CALLED 0.11 ACRES DOC. NO. 2020070012 O.P.R.T.C.T. 30349 480.40 Sprinkler Control Valve Box IC 3 9 . 9 ' 3 0 4 8 6 4 8 1 . 0 2 G a s M e t e r 3 0 4 8 4 4 8 0 . 8 8 3 0 4 8 5 4 8 0 . 6 3 G a s M e t e r G a s M e t e r 6 . 4 ' 30435 485.83 EDCK1 30434 485.89 EDCK1 B 30436 485.87 EDCK1 7 . 0 ' ' 2 . 3 ' 2 . 3 30473 484.23 Sprinkler Control Valve Box IC 30474 484.30 Sprinkler Control Valve Box IC CALLED 0.190 ACRES LOT 5 BROOKS AND SHELLY SUBDIVISION VOL. 197, PG. 525 P.R.T.C.T. ' 6 . 0 1 7 . 9 ' 1 7 . 9 ' ) ' 0 0 . 9 6 ' E " 1 3 1 4 ° 0 3 N ( ' 0 0 . 9 6 E ' ' 6 5 ' 9 5 ° 7 2 N ' 3 . 8 1 2 0 . 6 ' FFE = 486.38' FFE = 486.38' 608 Blanco h c r o P d e r e v o C FFE = 486.35' FFE = 486.35' Height: 2 Stories Type of Construction: V-B-S Fire Sprinkler System FFE = 486.44' FFE = 486.44' Down 30437 485.85 EDCK1 ' 5 . 9 3 Use: M General Retail 4 FRANCES TOEPPERWEIN HORNUNG MAGEE CALLED 0.07 ACRES DOC. NO. 2008009361 O.P.R.T.C.T. Carport 30551 486.56 EDCK FFE = 486.04' FFE = 486.04' 30542 Electric Meter 485.35 EM 5 3 . 3 ' 30439 486.01 EDCK1 E 30438 485.98 EDCK1 Sign PRIVATE PROPERTY NO PARKING 30518 484.76 Sign PRIVATE PROPERTY NO PARKING 30517 483.93 30367 481.58 Sprinkler Control Valve Box IC 1-2in Iron Rod Found with Cap Stamped "HOLT CARSON " 628 492.40 Power Pole OHE2 B CPN30932P1 30932 491.01 31061 490.69 Sign NO PARKING MAG Nail Found 4W ARD CONTROL 114 490.37 N 85° 55' …
Old Bakery & Emporium Restoration & ADA Feasibility Study Stakeholder Meeting / Open House July 14, 2026 Restoration & ADA Feasibility StudyHistoric Landmark Commission Architectural Review Committee Sept.10 2026 Old Bakery & Emporium • • The Old Bakery & Emporium Building is a nationally, state, and locally designated building. Built by Swedish immigrant Charles Lundberg in 1876 as the "New Orleans Bakery." The City of Austin acquired the building and property in 1980. The Old Bakery & Emporium functions as: • Art gallery • Artisan emporium • Visitor and information center • Historical center that celebrates not only Austin’s immigrant history, but also the diversity and artistic vision of artisans over the age of fifty. Historic Preservation / Cultural Resources The Old Bakery & Emporium Building has several historic designations which will require compliance with applicable regulatory agencies prior to any modifications to the building. • Local: City of • State: State Antiquities • Federal: listed in National Austin Landmark. • Requires coordination with the Landmarks Commission and Office of Historic Preservation. Landmark (SAL), Recorded Texas Historic Landmark (RTHL). • Requires coordination/approval from the Texas Historical Commission. Register of Historic Places as a contributing building to the Congress Avenue Historic District. • Requires coordination with the Texas Historical Commission/ State Historic Perseveration Office. Renovation & Expansion Goals • Improve separation of public and private spaces • Convert current gallery spaces into multi-purpose workshop spaces • Create new art gallery spaces • Create additional offices and storage areas • Improve kitchen space • Revise outdoor event / food truck vendor space • Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems upgrades throughout • Historic Preservation / Cultural Resources compliance • Provide sustainability guidance Historic oven at Old Bakery & Emporium. View from Old Bakery & Emporium front entrance. 5 4 3 s e h c n I 1 2 / 1 4 / 1 0 t v r . 5 2 R _ m u i r o p m E & y r e k a B d O \ T V R _ 1 0 \ M B D A C _ 4 0 \ y t i l i - I l i b s a e F m u i r o p m E d n a y r e k a B d O A o C _ 0 9 6 1 3 1 0 0 1 \ …
1614 PRESTON AVENUE HR - 2026 – 101908 Meeting of the Historic Landmark Commission September 2, 2026 Presentation Materials & Reference Appendix EXHIBIT NAVIGATION A CLARIFICATIONS B MASONRY C LOT RESTRICTIONS D JEFFERSON ST. E FRONT ALTERNATES F SUMMARY 1614 PRESTON AVENUE HR - 2026 – 101908 EX HI B I T A : MI N OR C L A R I FI C A TI ON S TO S TA FF R EPOR T AS DESCRIBED IN STAFF REPORT “demolish front porch” (V1 – Corrected V2) “doubling the footprint” “doubling the size of the house” “remove existing windows” AS DRAWN FILE REFERENCE Front porch retained in full Current Foundation → Proposed = 2,261 → 2,295 sq. ft. = +34 sq. ft. (+1.5%) Current (existing living + convertible) → Proposed = 2,184 → 3,300 sq. ft. = +1,116 sq. ft. (+51%) *Excluding convertible: = 1,789 → 3,300 sq. ft. (+84%) Existing windows are not original (high confidence) to 1939 structure. Submitted Backup, Plans, “First Floor” (p.12) Submitted Backup, Plans, “Existing / Demo Plan” (p.11) Submitted Backup, Plans, “Existing / Demo Plan” (p.11) See Appendix A.1 and A.2 (following Exhibits) for window inspection details and photographs. “new windows, both in fixture and location, are proposed” Existing window locations are reused with framing adjustments in 75% of street-frontage locations. See Appendix A.3 (following Exhibits) for comparison of first-story window locations with street frontage. With exception of a 34 sq. ft. foundation area and garage conversion, all exterior walls are to be retained in place, and on existing foundations. EXHIBIT NAVIGATION A CLARIFICATIONS B MASONRY C LOT RESTRICTIONS D JEFFERSON ST. E FRONT ALTERNATES F SUMMARY EX HI B I T B : MA S O N R Y C ON DI TI ON 1614 PRESTON AVENUE HR - 2026 – 101908 SLAB AREA 1 SLAB AREA 2 ORIGINAL PIER-AND- BEAM J E F F E R S O N S T R E E T LOCATION OF EXISTING MASONRY PRESTON AVENUE “Correcting this issue requires remediation of the wall assembly, which requires removal of the stone.” Excerpt from Contractor Letter ACTIVE STRUCTURAL MOVEMENT Stepped crack tracking the mortar joints across three courses. Front elevation. PRIOR REPAIR HAS ALREADY FAILED Cementitious patch at the chimney junction, cracked through since repair. Jefferson side. MORTAR LOSS – OPEN BED JOINT Mortar entirely absent across the joint, leaving a direct water path. Jefferson side. CHRONIC MOISTURE …
August 20, 2026 Historic Preservation Office City of Austin, Texas preservation@austintexas.gov RE: Condition of Existing Masonry at 1614 Preston Avenue, Austin, Texas 78703 Mr. Lukes and Members of the Historic Landmark Commission, I am the general contractor for the proposed renovation and second-story addition at 1614 Preston Avenue. I have over 20 years of experience in residential construction in Austin and Central Texas, including work on homes of this era, and with the kinds of masonry challenges present at 1614 Preston. This letter details my professional assessment of the condition of the existing masonry, the origin of the present issues, and my recommendation. On the structural questions, I have relied on the concurring opinion of the project’s structural engineer, Bradley Shaw. The existing stone masonry at 1614 Preston does not extend around the building. The stone is present on the front and along a little more than half of the left side. The remaining walls are not stone- clad. In my assessment, significant portions of this masonry do not appear original to the 1939 structure. This is most apparent at the chimney and along the Jefferson Street side. This conclusion is based on the variation in the stone’s cut and color, differences in coursing and mortar, and the way the stonework terminates, particularly at and around the chimney and the earlier addition area. These observations are consistent with the property’s other evidence of prior additions, as well as the structural engineer’s findings. The existing masonry is deteriorating and cannot be reliably stabilized. I observe cracking and displacement within the stonework, failed mortar joints, and clear evidence of chronic moisture intrusion. This evidence includes staining, dampness, and heavy biofilm growth in areas that appear to remain persistently wet rather than occasionally damp. The concentration of biofilm at grade and across the lower half of the wall is consistent with water collecting and remaining at the base of the wall, from ground contact, splashback, and the lack of appropriate base flashing. At the chimney, the biofilm marks sustained water entry at a junction that is a common source of leaks. Mortar loss and stone decay are most advanced in these same areas. In my experience, the cause is most often the manner of construction. A masonry wall always takes on some water. Without sufficient weather-resistive barriers, drainage cavities, flashing, or weep systems, water is held against the back of the stone and …
