Hotel Occupancy Tax Update Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment | June 15, 2026 Hotel Occupancy Tax – May 2026 H/MOT Penalties & Interest Hotel/Motel Occupancy Tax Total Revenue Approved Budget $511,252 $166,777,013 $167,288,265 Transfer to Cultural Arts Fund $15,968,425 May $40,245 $8,864,057 $8,904,302 $850,381 Year-to-date $660,004 $127,160,430 $127,820,434 $12,207,720 • Total HOT Collections May 2026 = $8,904,302 • 76% of FY26 Approved Budget of $167,288,265 • Cultural Arts Fund May 2026 = $850,381 2 Hotel Occupancy Collections – Significant Contributing Events • Texas Relays • Austin Reggae Festival • Old Settler’s Music Festival • Trail of Lights Half Marathon & 5K AUS Passenger Totals: 1,808,534 (April 2026) 3 HOT Cultural Arts Fund – FY26 Progress Approved Budget $15,968,425 CAF Actuals $12,207,720 4 HOT Cultural Arts Fund – Quarterly Comparison $15.65 M $15.57 M $15.34 M $12.9 M 5 Questions? 6
Cultural Arts Funding Update Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment | June 15, 2026 Agenda 1. Contracts & Payments 2. Grant Funded Activities 2 Contracts & Payments Contracts & Payments (as of 6/12/26) FY24 Elevate FY25 Nexus FY25-26 Thrive (Year 1) FY25-26 Thrive (Year 2) Total Contracts Signed & Processed Contracts Test payments issued & verified Payment 1 Issued Payment 2 Issued Payment 3 Issued 229 229 (100%) 229 (100%) 229 (100%) 227 (99%) 216 (94%) 102 102 (100%) 102 (100%) 102 (100%) 74 (73%) n/a 35 35 (100%) 35 (100%) 35 (100%) 33 (94%) 29 (83%) See year 1 35 (100%) 35 (100%) 27 (77%) N/A N/A Total Dist. to date Total Allocation $9,181,250 (99%) $9,265,000 $496,000 (97 %) $510,000 $3,712,500 (96%) $2,713,500 (70%) $3,850,000 $3,850,000 4 FY24 Final Report Status (as of 6/12/26) 15 of 229 Elevate Final Reports Incomplete (7%) • Deadline: January 31, 2026 • 6 not submitted • 2 submitted, not reviewed • 5 need revisions • 1 returning unused funds • 1 deceased 5 Pre-Agreement Status (as of 6/15/26) 6 incomplete Pre-Agreements •2% of the FY 26 Elevate grants •5 revisions requested •1 submitted but has outstanding ALMF Final Report 6 Grant Funded Activities Cultural Funding Grantee Activities (VisitAustin) Soul 2 Sole International Tap Festival June 17-21 Tapestry Dance Company (District 5) – Long Center Stories About Pizza June 18 Color Arc Productions (District 8) – AFS Cinema & Event Hall Tirgan Summer Festival June 20 Austin Iranian Professionals Association (District 10) – Asian American Resource Center The Frontier June 20 Joshua Washington (MSA) – EvenGround Dance Studio 8 Cultural Funding Grantee Activities (VisitAustin) Black Auteur Festival June 20 Black Auteur Film Festival (District 4) – AFS Cinema & Event Hall Auntie’s House June 21 Where Y’all At Though?! (MSA) – Pershing Hall I Scream Social June 20 Host Publications (District 7) – Alienated Majesty Books 9 Questions? 10
Funding Programs Update Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment | June 15, 2026 Funding Disbursement Status (as of 6/15/26) Program Total Awardees Total Funds # of Awardees Paid % of Awardees Paid $ of funds disbursed % of funds disbursed ALMF Elevate CSAP HPG Thrive 396 277 22 22 35 $7,045,000 $12,616,773 $1,320,000 $3,000,274 $3,850,000 356 222 16 12 27 77% 80% 73% 55% 77% $3,358,500 $5,037,799 $480,000 $626,242 $2,713,500 TOTAL 752 $27,832,047 633 84% $12,216,041 48% 40% 36% 21% 70% 44% 2 2027 Guideline Enhancements 2027 Enhancements ▪ Last month: Overarching priorities and enhancements related to ▪ Eligibility, Three-Step-Process, Communication, Tech, Documentation, Training, Timeline, Support, Marketing/Awareness, Language Access ▪ This month: Details on Guideline Enhancements ▪ Added minimum award amounts and structured ranges ▪ Added new or expanded scoring rubrics and tie-breakers across programs ▪ Added project summary question for all applications ▪ Strengthened definitions → especially “Applicant Entity,” “Arts Group,” and “Annual Expenses” ▪ Clarified anti-duplication rules (one application per program; no aliases) ▪ Maintained existing tourism marketing requirements but improved clarity, consistency, and alignment across programs. ▪ Deepened rigor across heritage and capital project requirements to strengthen preservation outcomes and documentation standards. ▪ Updated reading level of applications to 8th grade level for accessibility 4 Award Amounts for Thrive & Elevate ▪ What changed: ▪ FY27 Guidelines introduce structured award ranges with minimum and maximum award amounts for Thrive and Elevate. Previously it only included maximum cap. ▪ Thrive: Fully tiered award amounts by annual expenses with clear minimums per tier ▪ Elevate: Introduction of minimum award floors, creating structured, predictable ranges for all applicants ▪ How this enhances the Guidelines: ▪ Introduces transparency and predictability ▪ Reduces confusion and subjective interpretation by eliminating the ambiguous “up to” structure ▪ Aligns award amounts more closely with applicant capacity and operating size through tiering ▪ Set award amounts reduce administrative burden and helps with budgeting to know how many awards can be made within the amount of money available in the fund 5 Award Amounts for Thrive & Elevate Thrive Applicant Total Award over 2 years Annual Award 501 (c)(3) Arts Nonprofit with Creative Space Annual expenses of $125,000 or greater Annual expenses of $85,000-$124,999 Annual expenses of $60,000-$84,999 501 (c)(3) Arts Nonprofit without Creative Space Annual expenses of $85,000 or greater Annual expenses of $60,000-$84,999 $250,000 $125,000 per year $200,000 $100,000 per year $170,000 $85,000 per year $170,000 …
Art in Public Places Panel Staff Briefings Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment Art in Public Places Panel | June 15, 2026 AIPP Exhibition Open Calls austintexas.gov/AIPP People’s Gallery at City Hall 301 W. 2nd St. Austin, TX 78701 Exhibition will run Oct. 2026 – May 2028 Changing Exhibits at AUS airport 3600 Presidential Blvd, Austin, TX 78719 12 galleries Exhibition will run Jan. 2027 – Dec. 2027 AIPP Coordinators – Jieun Beth Kim & Brittany Heinchon 2 Open Calls austintexas.gov/AIPP • Asian American Resource Center • NESC Suspended Artwork • Shared Streets • Public Artist Pre-qualified List Opens June 22, 2026 Closes August 3rd, at 5pm AIPP Coordinators – Lindsay Hutchens & Rebecca Rende 3 AIPP Resolution No. 20250306-029 Next Steps & Timeline • Align Ordinance and Guidelines (May-June) o Include feedback from City partners and AIPP Panel o CMO, LAW, and Budget review • Ordinance Approvals o Economic Opportunities Committee o Art in Public Places Panel o Arts Commission o City Council Meeting o AIPP Guidelines Approvals July 31 August 3 August 17 August 27 September 4
Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center ‹# › OUR MISSION The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center is dedicated to the preservation, creation, presentation, and promotion of the cultural arts of Mexican Americans and other Latino cultures. ‹#› OUR VISION The arts, culture, and contributionS OF Mexican American, Indigenous, and Latino/a/e communities are acknowledged, recognized, and cherished as part of the past, present, and future of the City of Austin. ‹#› ALIGNMENT W /STRATEGIC PLANS High-quality Event, Program, & Revenue Generating Anchors LONG-TERM SUSTAINABILITY Adopt an operations culture of an agile organization. BRAND EQUITY & RECOGNITION Build consistent brand identity to drive participation and revenue. 360° GOALS 360° GOALS 360° GOALS INTEGRATED STRATEGIC APPROACH 01 BOLSTER PROGRAM PILLARS Prioritize space audits & launch: 02 BUILD VISIBLE MOMENTUM Increase attendance & space utilization: 03 EVALUATE BY DESIGN Integrate as an operations component. Data is: a) Intentional Space Activations b) Consistent Scheduled Programs c) Rentals Marketing Campaign a) Relatable Representative Marketing b) Maximize Cross Promotion Opportunities c) Language Accessibility a) collected, b) documented, and c) synthesized into actionable insights for continuous improvement. GRAND REOPENING JUNE 6, 2026 3K + ATTENDEES 100+ PAID PERFORMERS AND VENDORS 30+ VOLUNTEERS “ This was my first time at the MACC, and I was floored by the extent of the programs and services that are already being provided, knowing that there’s even more to come. Especially in these times, Austin is lucky to have the MACC uplifting and amplifying Mexican-Americans and Mexican-American culture, without which this city would be a very different place.” - FACILITY PRIORITIES 1 . C o m p l e t i o n o f P h a s e I I - A d d e d 1 9 , 0 0 0 s q f t o f n e w s p a c e w i t h e n h a n c e d w a y f i n d i n g , s h a d e s t r u c t u r e , A D A a c c e s s i b i l i t y , a d d i t i o n a l p r o g r a m m a b l e s p a c e s 2 . U p g r a d e …
AIPP - AFD 53 / ATCEMS 42 Goodnight Ranch Re:Site Studio Final Design – Item 15 Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment Arts Commission | June 15, 2026 AFD 53 / ATCEMS 42 Goodnight Ranch Project Phase Designing (Final) Artist Name Re:Site Studio Art Commission $240,000 Funding Type CIP Sponsor Dept AFD / ATCEMS Council District Eligibility ETJ (2) Texas AIPP Coordinator – Lindsay Hutchens 9600 Capitol View Drive, Austin, TX 78747 2 Project Overview • artwork that integrates with the site, the interior or exterior architecture • artist will spend time observing and • researching the work of Austin’s first responders final artworks should reflect the mission of AFD/EMS: to create safer communities through prevention, preparedness, and effective emergency response • physically and conceptually accessible • durable and is easily maintained AIPP Coordinator – Lindsay Hutchens 3 4 Concept & Inspiration 5 Concept & Inspiration 6 Concept & Inspiration 7 Inspiration: Buddha the dog 8 AIPP Coordinator – Lindsay Hutchens 9 GOODNIGHT RANCH Survey Results full results in backup What is a story or idea you think of while looking at this artwork? "Buddha who was always at the station all the time hanging out with the crews daily." "I will always be reminded of Buddha (RIP), our community dog, recognized and enjoyed by all. He will remind me of the earliest years of station 53." "We buried Buddha next to the station. This statue would mean a lot to every member of Medic 42 and AFD Engine 53. Buda was truly a unofficial member of station 42/53." Noteable quote: "Please put why the crews of medic 42 chose to have Buddha as their public art." AIPP Coordinator – Lindsay Hutchens "connected by dog lovers" 1 0 Previous Design Updates needed: - Address safety in regard to climbing and entrapment - Including lighting plan 1 1 Final Design 1 2 Elevations 1 3 Fabrication & Installation 1 4 Site Plan 1 5 Electrical Access 1 6 Engineering 1 7 Foundation details 1 8 Timeline 1 9 Budget 2 0
Diego Miro-Rivera ACCX Phase 1 Final Design Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment Art in Public Places | June 1, 2026 Austin Convention Center Redevelopment (Phase 1) Project Phase Designing (Final) Artist(s) Name Diego Miró-Rivera Art Commission $240,000 Design/ Oversight Funding Type HOT Sponsor Dept Austin Convention Center Managing Dept Council District CDS 9 Downtown Austin, 500 E. Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78701 2 Project Overview Project Overview: • Create a site-specific, architecturally integrated artwork that enhances the visitor experience at the Convention Center. Project Goals: • will reflect the culture, creativity, and vibe that create our shared experience of Austin; • integrate seamlessly into the site, facility, building, finishes and/or infrastructure; • convey the mission of the ACC to promote Austin as a premier destination; • employ sustainable materials and processes in the creation of the artwork; • be easily maintained and vandal resistant in its environment; and • contribute to the depth/breadth of the City of Austin’s public art collection. Timeline: • Final Design Review: June 2026 • Fabrication: July 2026 • Installation: July 2027 3 Cornerstone (Working Title) Location: Site A: South-East corner along Cesar Chavez & Waterloo Greenway Considerations: The artwork is at the conjunction of Cesar Chavez downtown avenue, a park system (Waterloo Greenway), the Convention Center exhibition halls, the historic Trask House, and two other artworks. All these elements have been considered. 4 Past Work • Representing nature as is, life-size, true form • Collecting, composition and display • social and site-specific sculpture 5 Footprint Prints 6 Community Engagement CREWS 7 Community Engagement COHORTS 8 Community Engagement COLLABORATORS 9 Community Engagement COMMUNITY 10 Final Design: Inspiration Theme: What are the foundational natural elements of our city? PEOPLE WATER LIMESTONE 11 CONCEPT: making the invisible, visible 12 Last meeting… Barton Springs Concept… 13 Guiding Conceptual Question: What is the symbolic Cornerstone of the City of Austin? The heart of this installation is an exploration of the essential, yet often invisible, physical systems that sustain a city. Just as the Edwards Aquifer is the silent, subterranean structure that sustains Austin’s ecology, many of the people sustaining civic life and infrastructure are working behind the scenes. This artwork, Cornerstone, seeks to bridge the geological, the social, and the architectural using the city’s foundational stone to portray the urban ecosystem that resulted in this site being the way it is. 14 Final Design: Materials LIMESTONE • The only …
Initiating Deaccession Process for “Crosswalk on the Lake” Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment Art in Public Places | June 15, 2026 Crosswalk on the Lake Mery Godigna Collet and Luis Gutierrez Location: 3710 Lake Austin Boulevard, Austin, TX 78703 Accession Number: CH.2016.003 Accession Date: 7/21/2016 2 Process Summary Art in Public Places (AIPP) and Austin Transportation & Public Works (ATPW) artwork deaccession from Lake Austin Boulevard. June 2016 • Artwork presented as a part of the Urban Crosswalk Project, donated by a private citizen, for $6,000.00 to produce • Donation Approved by Arts Commission October 2025 • Texas Department of Transportation (TxDoT) issued directive for all cities in the state to remove any street-based artwork, painting, or signs not approved for transportation safety, in order for cities roadways to be in compliance with state grants. This included the AIPP managed artwork Crosswalk on the Lake. May 2026 • TxDoT denies City of Austin’s exemption request ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ June 2026 • AIPP presents plan to formally deaccess artwork • Arts Commission to form Deaccession Jury July 2026 • Deaccession Jury to review deaccession request • Arts Commission to review AIPP Panel deaccession recommendation August 2026 • City Council to review deaccession recommendation • Upon approval for deacession the artwork will be removed by TPW crews 3
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Arts Commission Recommendation Number: 20260615-14: Recommendation to council on Circuit of the Americas agreement with RIDA Hotel, LLC. Date of Approval: June 15, 2026 Recommendation The Arts Commission recommends that within the ongoing negotiations for the Business Expansion Program agreement with RIDA COTA Hotel, LLC, City Council includes the following directives to the City Manager and Staff: 1. Full Protection of Cultural HOT Allocations: Ensure that the legally assigned portion of Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) revenue dedicated to Arts, Music, and Heritage funds is not impacted or diminished by developer incentives. These allocations should be kept whole, calculated as though 100% of the HOT totals were being collected by the City, regardless of any gross room revenue payments or offsets granted to the developer. 2. Local Creative Requirements: Incorporate specific clauses into the agreement requiring a. A formal partnership with Rally Austin and Visit Austin to support local music talent procurement for hotel-hosted events, conferences, and public spaces. b. A set quota/percentage of budget for permanent and rotating art installations curated from local Austin artists Justification 1. Preserving the Integrity of Creative Funds The Arts Commission maintains that HOT taxes are a key pillar to the financial health and vitality of Austin’s cultural sector. Using gross room revenue as a metric for developer incentives must not result in a "shadow cut" to the Arts, Music, and Heritage funds. By requiring these funds to be kept whole based on 100% of total HOT potential, the City ensures that incentivizing large-scale development does not inadvertently cannibalize the grants that sustain our local creative ecosystem. 1 of 2 2. Equitable Job Creation While we strongly support the creation of 900 union-represented hotel jobs, we must view our creative sector with equal professional gravity. Musicians and artists are essential workers within the Austin economy. It is vital that the growth of the hospitality sector does not come at the direct expense of the stability of the arts. We must ensure that the "Creative Class", the people who make Austin an attractive destination to visit, does not bear the financial burden of these incentives through reduced grant availability. 3. Structural Integration of the Local Scene A 1,000-room resort at COTA provides a great opportunity for the "Austin Brand" to be realized through local talent. By mandating a quota for local art installations and a structured music booking pipeline, the City ensures that …
Robert Mueller Municipal Airport [RMMA] Plan Implementation Advisory Commission Community Interest Announcement East 51st Street Project Open House City of Austin staff will host an open house for the community on Saturday, June 13, to present designs for the East 51st Street mobility project. Saturday, June 13 from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Austin Energy Headquarters at Mueller, Shudde Fath Hall 4815 Mueller Blvd., Austin, TX 78723 A quorum of RMMA Plan Implementation Advisory Commission members may be present. No action will be taken, and no Commission business will occur. For more information, please contact: Marrilee Archer 512-436-9554, cell Marrilee.archer@austintexas.gov
Robert Mueller Municipal Airport [RMMA] Plan Implementation Advisory Commission Community Interest Announcement Capital Metro Rapid Launch Event Celebration to launch full service on the two newest Rapid lines: Expo Center (837) and Pleasant Valley (800) Friday, June 12 at 10:00 am CapMetro Expo Park and Ride: 7001 Decker Lane, Austin, TX 78724 A quorum of RMMA Plan Implementation Advisory Commission members may be present. No action will be taken, and no Commission business will occur. For more information, please contact: Marrilee Archer 512-436-9554, cell Marrilee.archer@austintexas.gov
REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR’S COMMITTEE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 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, Vice-Chair Gabriel Arellano DeLawnia Comer-HaGans Lynn Murphy Alejandro San Martin Katie Simon Elizabeth Slade Kristen Vassallo CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA 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 April 10, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding the Austin Resilience Network. Presentation provided by James Redick, Director, Austin Emergency Management, Donny Cummings, Mass Care Coordinator, Austin Emergency Management and Natalie Lyell, Resilience and Partnership Manager, Austin Emergency Management. 3. Staff briefing regarding the Levers of Economic Mobility Index. Presentation provided by Gary Aaron, Business Process Consultant Sr, Austin Equity and Inclusion and Shivani Datar, Business Process Specialist, Austin Equity and Inclusion. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Discussion regarding the Annual Internal Review and Report. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. 7. Approve the election of Chair. Approve the election of Vice Chair. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding the Austin Resilience Network. 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 …
MAYOR’S COMMITTEE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES REGULAR MEETING MINUTES FRIDAY, APRIL 10, 2026 The Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities convened in a regular meeting on Friday, April 10, 2026, at 301 W 2nd St. in Austin, Texas. Chair Kelly called the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities meeting to order at 5:36 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Conor Kelly, Chair Lisa Chang, Vice Chair Gabriel Arellano Alejandro “Alex” San Martin Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Delawnia Comer-HaGans Kristen Vassallo Commissioners Absent: Mickey Fetonte Lynn Murphy Elizabeth Slade PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Hasan Kaya – Introduction to the Committee Melinda Crockom – Disability Employment Awareness Month Poster Competition APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities Regular Meeting on March 13, 2026. The motion to approve the minutes of the March 13, 2026, regular meeting of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities was approved on Chair Kelly’s motion, 1 Commissioner San Martin’s second on a 6-0 vote. Commissioners Fetonte, Murphy, and Slade were absent. STAFF BRIEFING 2. Staff briefing from the Urban Design Division of Austin Planning regarding updates to the Great Streets program and accessibility improvements. Presentation given by Jill Amezcua, Principal Planner, Austin Planning. Presentation given by Jill Amezcua, Principal Planner, Austin Planning. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Presentation by Savvy Tech regarding PDF and online document accessibility. Presentation by Benjamin Chen, technical lead, AIMRobotics, Jaxsen Day, digital disability researcher, University of Texas, and Katherine Chen, CEO, AIMRobotics. Presentation given by Benjamin Chen, technical lead, AIMRobotics, Jaxsen Day, digital disability researchers, University of Texas, and Katherine Chen, CEO, AIMRobotics. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. Approve the election of Chair. The motion to approve Conor Kelly as Chair of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities was approved on Vice Chair Chang’s motion, Commissioner San Martin’s second on a 6-0 vote. Commissioners Fetonte, Murphy, and Slade were absent. 5. Approve the election of Vice Chair. The motion to elect Commissioner Chang as Vice Chair failed on Chair Kelly’s motion, Commissioner Vassallo’s second on a 4-2 vote. Chair Kelly and Commissioners Comer- HaGans, Chang, and Vassallo voted aye. Commissioners Arellano and San Martin voted nay. Commissioners Fetonte, Murphy, and Slade were absent. The motion to elect Commissioner San Martin as Vice Chair failed on Chair Kelly’s motion, Commissioner Chang’s second on a 2-4 vote. Commissioners Arellano and San Martin voted aye. Chair Kelly and Commissioners Comer-HaGans, Chang, …
Austin Resilience Network Austin Emergency Management | Mass Care Resilience Hub Pilot Program ▪ Austin City Council Resolution ▪ Community Advisory Committee ▪ 6 Focus Areas ▪ Physical Resilience Upgrades to 6 City facilities ▪ 6 Power Backups, 4 Solar & Battery Backups ▪ 6 Mission Ready Packages ▪ 2 Community Gardens ▪ 16 Total Pilot Facilities: recreation, health & neighborhood centers 2 Pilot Program Wrap Up What went well Challenges Opportunities • Community Collaboration • Defining Resilience • Relationship Based • Equity Focus • Community Expectations • Build on Existing Trust • Increased Preparedness • Facilities • Scalable & Flexible • Location Focused 3 Austin Resilience Network (ARN) A network of City and community resources that equitably empower individuals to prepare for, endure, and bounce back stronger from community-wide shocks, stressors, and emergencies. ▪ Collaborative & community led ▪ Complex solutions for complex disasters ▪ Framework for strategic partnerships ▪ Empower organizations & community members ▪ Interagency collaboration 4 ARN Operations: Coordination & Information Sharing Bridge between community-based organizations and government agencies Promote real-time, 2-way information sharing Consolidate & organize information Connect unmet needs with existing resources 5 2025 Network Utilization: May Microburst 6 Who can be a Partner? Any organization willing to collaborate in a synchronized effort towards emergency preparedness, response, and recovery. • Trusted sources of information • Active responders during emergencies • Involved with the community • Engaged in disaster resilience • Provide goods or services to those in need Animal Welfare Sheltering Laundry Networks of organizations Tax Assistance Elder Care Mental Health Support Faith-based organizations Clothing Debris Removal Food Prep & Distribution Healthcare Navigation 7 Process Benefits Metrics 1. Outreach Mass Care Hotline • ARN Partnership Application • Exploratory Meetings • Operational Visits 2. Partnership • Sign an Agreement 3. Database • Dynamic and Real-time Information Information Sharing & Communication Resource Sharing Training 84 Signed ARN Partnership Agreements 70+ Organizations in Active Outreach 17 Operational Visits 8 9 Thank You Austin Emergency Management | May 2026
Austin Resilience Network Austin Emergency Management | Mass Care AEM Organization Structure Austin Emergency Management 2 Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Central command and coordination hub where government agencies, emergency services, and partner organizations come together to manage emergencies and disasters. Unplanned Incidents Planned Events 3 Austin Resilience Network (ARN) Resilience Hub Pilot Program ▪ Austin City Council Resolution ▪ Community Advisory Committee ▪ 6 Focus Areas ▪ Physical Resilience Upgrades to 6 City facilities ▪ 6 Power Backups, 4 Solar & Battery Backups ▪ 6 Mission Ready Packages ▪ 2 Community Gardens ▪ 16 Total Pilot Facilities: recreation, health & neighborhood centers 5 Pilot Program Wrap Up What went well Challenges Opportunities • Community Collaboration • Defining Resilience • Relationship Based • Equity Focus • Community Expectations • Build on Existing Trust • Increased Preparedness • Facilities • Scalable & Flexible • Location Focused 6 Austin Resilience Network (ARN) A network of City and community resources that equitably empower individuals to prepare for, endure, and bounce back stronger from community-wide shocks, stressors, and emergencies. ▪ Collaborative & community led ▪ Complex solutions for complex disasters ▪ Framework for strategic partnerships ▪ Empower organizations & community members ▪ Interagency collaboration 7 Who can be a Partner? Any organization willing to collaborate in a synchronized effort towards emergency preparedness, response, and recovery. • Trusted sources of information • Active responders during emergencies • Involved with the community • Engaged in disaster resilience • Provide goods or services to those in need Animal Welfare Sheltering Laundry Networks of organizations Tax Assistance Elder Care Mental Health Support Faith-based organizations Clothing Debris Removal Food Prep & Distribution Healthcare Navigation 8 ARN Operations: Coordination & Information Sharing Bridge between community-based organizations and government agencies Promote real-time, 2-way information sharing Consolidate & organize information Connect unmet needs with existing resources 9 2025 Network Utilization: May Microburst 10 Process Benefits Metrics 1. Outreach Mass Care Hotline • ARN Partnership Application • Exploratory Meetings • Operational Visits 2. Partnership • Sign an Agreement 3. Database • Dynamic and Real-time Information Information Sharing & Communication Resource Sharing Training 85 Signed ARN Partnership Agreements 82 Organizations in Active Outreach 17 Operational Visits 11 Preparedness Resources CERT Trainings Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) August 21st -23rd Upcoming Preparedness Pop Ups District 6 Wed., June 17, 2026 3-6 p.m. Spicewood Springs Branch District 9 Wed., July 15, 2026 3-6 p.m. Twin Oaks Branch …
Economic Mobility: Accelerating Impact Austin Equity & Inclusion June 2026 Agenda • 2026 Fair Housing and Economic Mobility Conference: Recap • Economic Mobility Framework Resources • LEMI in Action: Live Demo • Operational Focus and Next Steps 2 Conference Reflections Keynote Panel Brought together policymakers, advocates, practitioners, community leaders, and business owners to connect efforts around a shared framework for systemic change. Attended by 283 participants 12 breakout sessions 50+ speakers Moderator: Miles Bloxon, Moderator, Producer & Host, KUT New Panelists: • Fran Rosebush Baylor, Senior Director, Asset Funders Network • Carmen Llanes, Executive Director, GAVA • Ingrid Taylor, CEO, United Way for Greater Austin • Henry Van de Putte, CEO, Meals on Wheels Central Texas • Sharon Vigil, CEO, Communities in Schools 3 Economic Mobility Framework: Workshop Recap • Introduced the Economic Mobility Framework and Index • Over 130 minutes, participants explored the tool, engaged in guided discussions, and worked across sectors to identify practical steps that advance economic mobility. 4 Economic Mobility Framework Assets Core Products Communications Technical Users Levers of Economic Mobility Index Report Framework At-a- Glance brochure Technical Document Levers of Economic Mobility Index (LEMI) FAQs LEMI ArcGIS layers StoryMap Tutorial Videos* Raw Data Economic Mobility | Austin Equity and Inclusion | AustinTexas.gov 5 LEMI Walkthrough Advancing Economic Mobility Operationalizing Visualizing Organizing Normalizing 7 Next Steps April 29, 2026 June 2026 August 2026 2026 Fair Housing & Economic Mobility Conference Launch of Levers of Economic Mobility Index (et. al) Boards & Commissions briefings EveryTexan Virtual Sessions Expanded Media Communications Creation of Resource (LEMI) Implementation Guide Resilient Cities Catalyst Austin Energy Affordable Energy Summit Presentation Community Member Virtual Sessions & Workshops Department Working Group Meetings Continuous Engagement Citywide Implementation May 2026 July 2026 September 2026 - 8 Learn More • Economic Mobility Website: • www.austintexas.gov/equity-inclusion/economic-mobility • Austin Equity & Inclusion Newsletter Sign up: • https://www.austintexas.gov/equity-inclusion • Stay tuned for virtual sessions & in-person workshop dates this summer! LEMI Report Index & Story Map Economic Mobility At-a-Glance 9
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities (MCPWD) Recommendation Number: [20260612-007]: Inclusion of Infrastructure Equity and Medical Resilience in the Pilot Knob Library & Austin Resilience Network Project WHEREAS, the Pilot Knob area is experiencing a rapid influx of high-density data centers equipped with advanced power hardening, while surrounding legacy residential neighborhoods remain on an aging grid; and WHEREAS, data center industrialization creates voltage fluctuations that pose a high risk of motor failure for standard residential HVAC systems and life-saving medical equipment, such as oxygen concentrators, ventilators, and power chairs; and WHEREAS, the medically vulnerable and disabled community in surrounding Austin neighborhoods, particularly those located within historically underserved District 2, face disproportionate life-safety risks during localized outages, making standard "cooling centers" insufficient for their needs; and WHEREAS, the City must ensure that infrastructure improvements made for industrial growth are extended to residential circuits to prevent vulnerable residents from being left on a "second-class" grid. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities (MCPWD) encourage the Austin City Council to formally include specific language and funding in the November 2026 Bond to ensure the Pilot Knob Library and Austin Resilience Network serves as a high-capacity "Medical Triage Anchor". This includes scaling the facility for specialized medical plug-in capacity, coordinating with Austin Energy for residential grid hardening, and equipping the hub with industrial-grade redundant power systems to support medical devices. Date of Approval: Motioned By: Vote: For: Against: Abstain: Seconded By: . Off the dais: Absent: Attest: _____________________________________________
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities (MCPWD) Recommendation Number: [20260612-007]: Inclusion of Infrastructure Equity and Medical Resilience in the Pilot Knob Library & Austin Resilience Network Project WHEREAS, the Pilot Knob area is experiencing a rapid influx of high-density data centers equipped with advanced power hardening, while surrounding legacy residential neighborhoods remain on an aging grid; and WHEREAS, data center industrialization creates voltage fluctuations that pose a high risk of motor failure for standard residential HVAC systems and life-saving medical equipment, such as oxygen concentrators, ventilators, and power chairs; and WHEREAS, the medically vulnerable and disabled community in surrounding Austin neighborhoods, particularly those located within historically underserved District 2, face disproportionate life-safety risks during localized outages, making standard "cooling centers" insufficient for their needs; and WHEREAS, the City must ensure that infrastructure improvements made for industrial growth are extended to residential circuits to prevent vulnerable residents from being left on a "second-class" grid. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities (MCPWD) encourage the Austin City Council to formally include specific language and funding in the November 2026 Bond to ensure the Pilot Knob Library and Austin Resilience Network serves as a high-capacity "Medical Triage Anchor". This includes scaling the facility for specialized medical plug-in capacity, coordinating with Austin Energy for residential grid hardening, and equipping the hub with industrial-grade redundant power systems to support medical devices. Date of Approval: June 12, 2026 Motioned By: Commissioner Vassallo Seconded By: Vice Chair San Martin Vote: 7-0 For: Chair Chang, Vice Chair San Martin, Commissioners Comer-HaGans, Murphy, Slade, Simon, Vassallo Absent : Commissioner Arellano . Attest: Nekaybaw Watson, Staff Liaison
MAYOR’S COMMITTEE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES REGULAR MEETING MINUTES FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2026 The Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities convened in a regular meeting on Friday, June 12, 2026, at 301 W 2nd St. in Austin, Texas. Vice Chair Chang called the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities meeting to order at 5:32 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Lisa Chang, Vice Chair Katie Simon Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: DeLawnia Comer-HaGans Lynn Murphy Alejandro San Martin Elizabeth Slade Kristen Vassallo Commissioners Absent: Gabriel Arellano PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Shreyan Khanna – Introduction to the Commission APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities Regular Meeting on April 10, 2026. The motion to approve the minutes of the April 10, 2026, regular meeting of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities was approved on Commissioner Vassallo’s motion, Commissioner Murphy’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioner Arellano was absent. 1 STAFF BRIEFING 2. Staff briefing regarding the Austin Resilience Network. Presentation provided by James Redick, Director, Ausitn Emergency Management and Natalie Lyell, Resilience and Partnership Manager, Austin Emergency Management. Briefing given by James Redick, Director, Austin Emergency Management and Natalie Lyell, Resilience and Partnership Manager, Austin Emergency Management. 3. Staff briefing regarding the Levers of Economic Mobility Index. Presentation provided by Gary Aaron, Business Process Consultant Sr, Austin Equity and Inclusion and Shivani Datar, Business Process Specialist, Austin Equity and Inclusion. Briefing given by Gary Aaron, Business Process Consultant Sr, Austin Equity and Inclusion and Shivani Datar, Business Process Specialist, Austin Equity and Inclusion. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Discussion regarding the Annual Internal Review and Report. Item was postponed until the next regular meeting by Vice Chair Chang with no objection. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Approve the election of Chair. The motion to elect Commissioner San Martin as the chair of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities failed on Commissioner Martin’s motion, Commissioner Murphy on vote of 1-6. Commissioner San Martin voted aye. Commissioners Comer-HaGans, Murphy, Slade, Simon, and Vassallo voted nay. Vice Chair Chang abstained. Commissioner Arellano was absent. The motion to elect Vice Chair Chang as Chair of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities was approved on Commissioner Vassallo’s motion, Commissioner Slade’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioner Arellano was absent. 6. Approve the election of Vice Chair. The motion to elect Commissioner San Martin as Vice Chair of the Mayor’s Committee for …
WATER AND WASTEWATER COMMISSION BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2026 – 3:00 P.M. AUSTIN WATER HEADQUARTERS WALLER CREEK CENTER 625 E 10TH STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Water and Wastewater Commission Budget Committee 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 Vicky Addie, 512-972-0332, vicky.addie@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BUDGET COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Marcela Tunon, Chair (District 9) Shwetha Pandurangi (District 6) Chris Maxwell-Gaines, Vice Chair (District 8) Evan Wolstencroft (District 5) CALL TO ORDER AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Speakers signed up to speak at 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. Approval of minutes from the May 8, 2026 Water and Wastewater Commission Budget Committee meeting DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. 5. Austin Water Financial Forecast Operating Requirements Cost Drivers Austin Water Financial Forecast New FTEs Austin Water Capital Spending Plan Update Discussion of the Water and Wastewater Commission Budget Recommendations Report DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 6. Review and possible action for future Budget Committee meeting schedule FUTURE AGENDA ITEM Discussion of future agenda items ADJOURNMENT For more information on the Water and Wastewater Commission, please contact Vicky Addie at 512-972-0332 or vicky.addie@austintexas.gov. Visit the Water and Wastewater Commission website at https://www.austintexas.gov/content/water-and-wastewater-commission.
WATER AND WASTEWATER COMMISSION BUDGET COMMITTEE MINUTES FRIDAY, MAY 8, 2026 WATER AND WASTEWATER COMMISSION BUDGET COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES FRIDAY, MAY 8, 2026 The Water and Wastewater Commission Budget Committee convened in a Regular meeting on Friday, May 8, 2026, at 625 E 10th Street in Austin, Texas. Budget Committee Members in Attendance: Committee Chair Marcela Tuñón, Committee Vice Chair Chris Maxwell-Gaines, Commissioner Shwetha Pandurangi, and Commissioner Evan Wolstencroft Budget Committee Members Absent: None. Chair Marcela Tuñón called the Water and Wastewater Commission Budget Committee to order at 10:03 a.m. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Review Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Schedule. Austin Water Deputy Director Joseph Gonzales presented the budget schedule. 1. Austin Water Financial Forecast Fiscal Year 2027-2031 Update. Austin Water Acting Assistant Director Christina Romero, Austin Water Acting Financial Manager Nam Nguyen, and Austin Water Financial Manager Frida Guo gave a briefing. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 3. Review and possible action to approve the Budget Committee meeting schedule. The motion to hold the next Budget Committee meeting on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. was approved on Vice Chair Maxwell-Gaines’ motion, Commissioner Wolstencroft’s second on a 3-0 vote with Commissioner Pandurangi off the dais. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Send the current approved Austin Water Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2026-2030 to the Budget Committee members in advance of the next meeting. Chair Tuñón adjourned the meeting at 11:11 a.m. without objection. 1
Austin Water Austin Water Forecast Operating Requirements Cost Drivers City-wide base cost drivers $2.4 million increase in Market Study Adjustment $1.2 million increase in Health Insurance Cost Department-wide base cost drivers $2.5 million increase in 3% Inflation Contractual Cost $1.9 million increase in Chemical Cost $1.8 million increase in Utility Excavation Repair Street Cut Cost $1.2 million increase in Electric Services Cost ($1.8 million) decrease in Utility Billing System Support Debt Services & Transfers Out $16.5 million increase in Debt Service Requirements $8.9 million increase in Transfer to Wastewater CIP Fund $3.5 million increase in Transfer to Water CIP Fund $3.3 million increase in Transfer to General Fund $1.3 million increase in Transfer to Reclaimed Water CIP Fund $1.0 million increase in Administrative Support ($12.6) million decreases in Transfer Operating to Debt Defeasance Impact of new positions $5.0 million increase for 41 new positions
Austin Water FY2027 Forecast Staffing Request Summary EUM Attribute Alignment Sum of Number of New FTE Customer Experience & Satisfaction Enterprise Resiliency Financial Viability Infrastructure Strategy & Performance Operational Optimization Regulatory & Reliability Performance Stakeholder Understanding & Support Water Resource Sustainability Grand Total 4 13 1 8 8 3 2 2 41 Austin Water FY2027 Forecast Staffing Request Summary FTE # Position Title Position Type EUM Attribute Alignment Position Purpose 1 Austin Water (AMI) Meter Services Coordinator New FTE Customer Experience & Satisfaction 1 1 1 4 Customer Service Representative Temp Conversion Customer Experience & Satisfaction Customer Service Representative Temp Conversion Customer Experience & Satisfaction Customer Service Representative Temp Conversion Customer Experience & Satisfaction Total Customer Experience & Satisfaction 1 Engineer C New FTE Enterprise Resiliency 1 Treatment O & M Tech Senior Temp Conversion Enterprise Resiliency 1 Industrial Utility Electrician II New FTE Enterprise Resiliency This position will implement a team-oriented approach to address customer service issues within the AMI system. The role involves diagnosing the causes of service interruptions and taking corrective actions to resolve any abnormal conditions. Additionally, the position will provide direct support to customers, AMI project teams, AMI vendors, and stakeholders. This position offers direct customer service and support AW's Customer Service Contact Center (dispatch) team, which operates 24/7, 365 days a year. It converts a temporary position into a full- time budgeted role. This position offers direct customer service and support AW's Customer Service Contact Center (dispatch) team, which operates 24/7, 365 days a year. It converts a temporary position into a full- time budgeted role. This position offers direct customer service and support AW's Customer Service Contact Center (dispatch) team, which operates 24/7, 365 days a year. It converts a temporary position into a full- time budgeted role. This position involves managing contracts and overseeing indefinite delivery-indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts. It provides time- sensitive construction services during routine operations and emergencies to fulfill service deliverables, performance indicators, and overall support for the water and wastewater needs of the Austin community. These positions will support preventative and corrective maintenance requirements for all 137 Lift Stations. The number of lift stations is expected to expand, along with equipment such as generators and backflow prevention devices. The Odor Control and Collection System Flow Monitoring program will be expanded as well. These positions will replace current temporary employees. An Industrial Utility Electrician II is needed to help …
WATER AND WASTEWATER COMMISSION BUDGET COMMITTEE MINUTES THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2026 WATER AND WASTEWATER COMMISSION BUDGET COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2026 The Water and Wastewater Commission Budget Committee convened in a regular meeting on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 625 E 10th Street in Austin, Texas. Budget Committee Members in Attendance: Committee Chair Marcela Tuñón, Committee Vice Chair Chris Maxwell-Gaines, Commissioner Shwetha Pandurangi, Commissioner Evan Wolstencroft Budget Committee Members Absent: None Chair Tuñón called the Water and Wastewater Commission Budget Committee to order at 3:04 p.m. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of minutes from the May 8, 2026 Water and Wastewater Commission Budget Committee meeting. The minutes from the Water and Wastewater Commission Budget Committee regular meeting on May 8, 2026 were approved on Vice Chair Maxwell-Gaines’ motion, Commissioner Pandurangi’s second on a 4-0 vote. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Austin Water Financial Forecast Operating Requirements Cost Drivers The presentation was made by Austin Water Acting Assistant Director Christina Romero, Austin Water Financial Manager Songli Floyd, and Austin Water Deputy Director Joseph Gonzales. 3. 4. Austin Water Financial Forecast New FTEs The presentation was made by Austin Water Acting Assistant Director Christina Romero, Austin Water Deputy Director Joseph Gonzales, and Austin Water Financial Manager Li Yang. Austin Water Capital Spending Plan Update The presentation was made by Austin Water Acting Assistant Director Christina Romero and Austin Water Financial Manager Frida Guo. 1 WATER AND WASTEWATER COMMISSION BUDGET COMMITTEE MINUTES THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2026 5. Discussion of the Water and Wastewater Commission Budget Recommendations Report Discussion held regarding the process and timeline for developing this report. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 6. Review and possible action for future Budget Committee meeting schedule. The Committee agreed to hold a future meeting on July 23, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS None. Chair Tuñón adjourned the meeting at 4:13 p.m. without objection. The minutes were approved at the July 23, 2026 regular Budget Committee meeting on Vice Chair Maxwell-Gaines’ motion, Commissioner Wolstencroft’s second on a 3-0 vote. 2
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE ETHICS REVIEW COMMISSION JUNE 11, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS & COMMISSIONS ROOM, #1101 301 W 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Ethics Review 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 Lizette Benitez at (512) 974-2915 or Lizette.benitez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: William Ross Pumfrey, Chair Luis Figueroa Haksoon Andrea Low Cynthia Soliz Brittany Sharkey, Vice Chair Patrick Keel Wallace Lundgren Jeffrey Campbell Michael Lawson William King Brian McGiverin AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. BRIEFINGS 1. 2. Briefing from League of Women Voters- Austin Area regarding City Council Candidate Forum planning. Briefing from staff regarding City Council Candidate Forum planning, including schedule and locations. [Mia Warner, Strategic Communications Consultant, Austin Communications and Engagement] EXECUTIVE SESSION The Ethics Review Commission may announce it will go into Executive Session pursuant to Chapter 551.071 of the Texas Government Code to receive advice from legal counsel on any matter listed in this agenda. Page 1 of 3 3. The Ethics Review Commission may announce it will go into Executive Session pursuant to Chapter 551.071 of the Texas Government Code to receive advice from legal counsel to discuss: A complaint filed by Kimberly Hawkins against Paige Ellis raising claimed violations of City Charter, Article III, Section 8 (Limits on Campaign Contributions and Expenditures). PRELIMINARY HEARING 4. A complaint filed by Kimberly Hawkins against Paige Ellis raising claimed violations of City Charter, Article III, Section 8 (Limits on Campaign Contributions and Expenditures). APPROVAL OF MINUTES 5. Approve the minutes of the Ethics Review Commission meeting on April 22, 2026. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. 7. Conduct the annual election of officers (Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary). Review the need for the Working Group to Review and Revise ERC Rules and Regulations (Commissioners Sharkey and Figueroa). WORKING GROUP …
ETHICS REVIEW COMMISSION SPECIAL CALLED MEETING MINUTES THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2026 The Ethics Review Commission convened in a Special Called meeting on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at Austin City Hall, Boards & Commissions Room #1101, at 301 W. 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Pumfrey called the Ethics Review Commission Meeting to order at 6:09 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance In-Person: Chair Ross Pumfrey, Vice-Chair Brittany Sharkey and Commissioners Jefferey Campbell, Luis Figueroa, Patrick Keel, and Brian McGiverin. Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Michael Lawson. Commissioners Absent: Commissioners William King, Haksoon Andrea Low, Wallace Lundgren and Cynthia Soliz. Staff in Attendance: Victoria Hayslett, Executive Liaison & Assistant City Attorney; Lizette Benitez, Staff Liaison; and Mia Warner, Strategic Communications Consultant. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL No one signed up to speak during public communication. BRIEFINGS 1. Briefing from League of Women Voters-Austin Area (LWV-AA) regarding City Council Candidate Forum planning. LWV-AA President, Carol Eckelkamp and LWV-AA Chair, Pam Bixby were present to brief the Commission on how their organization operates and how they notify the public of their resources to educate and empower voters for the upcoming candidate forum events. 2. Briefing from staff regarding City Council Candidate Forum planning, including schedule and locations. [Mia Warner, Strategic Communications Consultant, Austin Communications and Engagement] City Strategic Communications Consultant, Mia Warner was present to brief the Commission on the upcoming candidate forum events schedule and locations. 1 EXECUTIVE SESSION The Ethics Review Commission may announce it will go into Executive Session pursuant to Chapter 551.071 of the Texas Government Code to receive advice from legal counsel on any matter listed in this agenda. 3. The Ethics Review Commission may announce it will go into Executive Session pursuant to Chapter 551.071 of the Texas Government Code to receive advice from legal counsel to discuss: A complaint filed by Kimberly Hawkins against Paige Ellis raising claimed violations of City Charter, Article III, Section 8 (Limits on Campaign Contributions and Expenditures). Alan Bojorquez, Outside Counsel for the Commission, was present to advise the Commission. Victoria Hayslett, Assistant City Attorney and Executive Liaison for the Commission, was present to advise the commission on procedural questions. PRELIMINARY HEARING 4. A complaint filed by Kimberly Hawkins against Paige Ellis raising claimed violations of City Charter, Article III, Section 8 (Limits on Campaign Contributions and Expenditures). Commissioner McGiverin’s motion to find that there are reasonable grounds to believe that a violation of City Charter, …
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2026, AT 12:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 4001 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Building and Standards Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Melanie Alley, 512-974-2679, dsdcredbsc@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Michael Francis, Chair Lisa Garza Myra Martinez Carrie Stewart, Fire Marshal (Ex Officio) Jeffrey Musgrove, Vice Chair Grant Gilker Manesh Nair Harrison Brown Mia Ibarra Raisch Tomlanovich SPECIAL CALLED MEETING RETREAT AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first five speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS The Commission will receive presentations and training on each of the following topics: 1. 2. 3. Discussion of Retreat Goals and Objectives. Discussion led by Robert Moore, Division Manager - CRED, Austin Development Services. Case Review & Escalations Division Overview Presenter: Robert Moore, Division Manager - CRED, Austin Development Services. Commission Jurisdiction, Procedures, Authority, Obligations and Appeals Presenter: Sonya Herrera, Assistant City Attorney, Austin Law Department 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Life of a Case from Cradle to Grave Presenter: Daniel Armstrong, Division Manager, Code Field Inspections, Austin Development Services. Repeat Offender Program Overview Presenter: Matthew Noriega, Division manager, ROP, Austin Development Services Obtaining a Permit, Planning & Permitting Procedures Presenter: Steve Leitch, Chief Plans Examiner, Austin Development Services Presenter: Viktor Auzenne, Division Manager, Austin Development Services Discussion of Accounting Estimate for Cases Escalated to the Building and Standards Commission Presenter: Robert Moore, Division Manager, Austin Development Services Social Services & Outreach Programs Presenter: Scott Mata, Social Worker, Austin Development Services Presenter: Nicholas Gentry, Program Manager I, Austin Housing Department 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 …
BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION Special Called Meeting BSC Retreat June 11, 2026 Objectives Introduction of Executive Staff & Presenters – Robert Moore Learn about the roles and responsibilities of the Case Review & Escalations Division (CRED). – Robert Moore Discuss Commission jurisdiction, procedures, authority, obligations and appeals. – Sonya Herrera Understand the life of a case from cradle to grave. - Dan Armstrong Objectives (Continued) Review Repeat Offender Program (ROP) History, Policy, and Requirements. – Matthew Noriega Understand permitting and how it relates to BSC cases. – Steve Leitch Cover BSC case processing expenses and relation to penalty off set. – Robert Moore Housing & Social Services Programs/Assistance – Scott Mata/Nicholas Gentry Development Services Department Executive Staff DSD Assistant Director Tracey Allen Support Services DSD Director Keith Mars Development Services Department Executive Staff DSD Assistant Director Daniel Word DSD Site & Subdivision Inspections & Code Compliance DSD Assistant Director Elaine Garrett DSD Environmental Tree Inspections & Enforcement & Code Compliance Development Services Department Executive Staff DSD Building Official Todd Wilcox DSD Assistant Director Brenda De La Garza Building Plan Review & Inspections Development Services Department Executive Staff DSD Acting Assistant Director Joydeep Goswami Land Development Review Development Services Department Executive Staff DSD Code Division Manager Mathew Noriega Repeat Offender Program DSD Code Division Manager Daniel Armstrong Code Compliance North Team Development Services Department Executive Staff DSD Chief Plans Examiner Steve Leitch Assistant City Attorney Sonya Herrera Oversees CRED program. Managerial support for team members. Serves as a liaison between DSDCC Executive Team, Law Department, Field staff and CRED staff. Attends Pre-BSC and BSC meetings. Reviews appeals and agendas. Code Division Manager Robert Moore Case Review & Escalations Attends all Pre-BSC and BSC meetings Oversees and monitors all cases with BSC Orders. Serves as a SPOC for City Law (non-compliant BSC cases submitted to City Law for further enforcement action. Ensures BSC Failure to Comply letters are sent to owner(s)/interested parties, for non-compliance of Supervisor Marlayna Wright the BSC Order. SPOC for demolition program. Assists in training CRED programs to field staff for the Code Compliance Academy and support sessions. Case Review & Escalaions (CRED) Coordinator/ liaison between DSDCC and BSC. Quality control & review of submitted cases. Prepares case exhibits and relevant material. Pre BSC communication with DSDCC staff. Facilitates cases and presents recommended …
Penalty Relief Considerations 1. If the property is residential, has the owner already received an in-house offset? (Code review analysts can respond). 2. How long did it take for the current property owner to comply with the BSC Order? (City staff can respond). o When did the current owner purchase the property? 3. Were there extenuating circumstances that caused the delay in achieving compliance, e.g. permits, lack of funds, a probate matter, litigation, a hazardous condition, etc.? 4. Is the property in the ROP program? If so, how long has the property been in the program? 5. Does City Staff consider this a low, medium or high complexity case? Note: All ROP cases are considered high complexity. 6. What evidence has the owner/representative presented to support a reduction by the BSC? 7. Did the property owner make efforts to stay in contact with DSD Code Compliance throughout the process and/or since the order was issued? 8. Did the owner or their representative attend the BSC hearing when the order was issued? 9. Was there a public safety issue regarding this property that required immediate action (i.e., action within 24 to 48 hours)? a. If so, did the owner take immediate action to address that issue/emergency? b. Was there testimony from Police or Fire regarding the public safety issue/emergency? c. Was there testimony from tenants, neighbors, the community at BSC or subsequent complaints after the order was issued? d. If so, was the owner responsive to those complaints?
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ZERO WASTE ADVISORY COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. CITY HALL ROOM 1001 301 W 2ND ST. AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Zero Waste Advisory 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 Gustavo Valle, 512-974-4350, Gustavo.Valle@austintexas.gov. CURRENT [BOARD MEMBERS OR COMMISSIONERS]: Gerry Acuna, Chair Ian Steyaert, Vice Chair Melissa Caudle Michael Drohan CALL TO ORDER Caitlin Griffith John L. Harris Ali Ishaq Iris Suddaby AGENDA Seth Whaland Vacant Vacant PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 5 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Zero Waste Advisory Commission Regular meeting on April 8, 2026 DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Discuss whether the City-owned FM 812 Landfill should be reopened as a Construction and Demolition Recycling Diversion Facility, along with historical landfill volume and revenue data leading up to its closure. STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Staff briefing on the status of Austin Resource Recovery Operational and Administrative projects by Ron Romero, Assistant Director of Austin Resource Recovery. 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 Gustavo Valle email Recovery Department, Gustavo.Valle@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. 512-974-4350 Resource Austin or at at For more information on the Zero Waste Advisory Commission, please contact Gustavo Valle at 512- 974-4350 or Gustavo.Valle@austintexas.gov.
To: From: Date: Zero Waste Advisory Commission Ron Romero, Assistant Director, Austin Resource Recovery June 10, 2026 Subject: Director’s Monthly Report to the Zero Waste Advisory Commission Waste and Recycling Workers Proclamation Waste and Recycling Workers Week is observed annually during the week of June 17th. It honors the essential work of waste management and recycling professionals who keep our communities clean and safe. Their daily efforts, from collecting trash and recyclables to managing hazardous waste, help to protect public health, maintain clean neighborhoods, and support environmental sustainability. Mayor Pro Tem Vela will issue a proclamation on June 15th in honor of Austin Resource Recovery's dedicated employees. Qualified Processor for Construction & Demolition Debris Processing Austin Resource Recovery (ARR) has approved the application of Texas Landfill Management, LLC or Texas Disposal Systems (TDS) to become a City of Austin Construction and Demolition Qualified Processor. TDS’s status as a Qualified Processor is effective from April 2026 to April 2028, contingent upon the Processor maintaining requirements in City code during that timeframe. The facility was audited by City approved third party Registered Evaluator: Zero Waste Strategies. They found that the average material diversion rate from the landfill at this facility was 67%. The Qualified Processor designation allows general contractors developing construction projects across Austin to reduce required documentation to report to the City by being able to report to the Qualified Processors facility diversion rate in lieu of documenting hauling a tipping receipt throughout the project. City of Austin & Travis County Interlocal Agreement On May 28, 2026, Council approved Austin Resource Recovery’s (ARR) request to negotiate and execute an interlocal agreement between City of Austin and Travis County. The agreement involves the Recycle and Reuse Drop-Off Center at 2514 Business Center Drive. The City and County have had versions of this agreement since 1997. Previous agreements involved only the Household Hazardous Waste portion of the facility. The new agreement also captures the services of the recycling side of the facility where customers can drop off items such as single- stream, electronics, plastic film, appliances, rigid plastics, and Styrofoam. Circular Showcase (All Districts) On May 14, four small businesses with circular business models pitched to judges for a chance to win prize money. The $10,000 grand prize winner was Pickle Envy, who creates fermented foods from local and surplus produce— preventing food waste while offering a nutritious alternative. Other Showcase finalists included …
ZERO WASTE ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, June 10th, 2026 The Zero Waste Advisory Commission convened in a REGULAR meeting on Wednesday, June 10th, 2026, at City Hall Room 1001, 301 W 2nd St., Austin, Texas 78701 Chair Acuna called the Zero Waste Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Gerry Acuna, Chair; Ian Steyaert, Vice Chair; Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Commissioner Melissa Caudle; Commissioner Caitlin Griffith; Commissioner Seth Whaland; Commissioner John Harris; Commissioner Michael Drohan PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 5 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Zero Waste Advisory Commission meeting on April 8, 2026. The motion approving the minutes of the regular Zero Waste Advisory Commission meeting of April 8, 2026, were approved on Vice Chair Steyaert’s motion, Commissioner Harris’s second, on a (7-0) vote with Commissioner Ishaq and Commissioner Suddaby absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Discuss whether the City-owned FM 812 Landfill should be reopened as a Construction and Demolition Recycling Diversion Facility, along with historical landfill volume and revenue data leading up to its closure. The commission held a discussion on whether the City-owned FM 812 Landfill should be reopened as a Construction and Demolition Recycling Diversion Facility, along with historical landfill volume and revenue data leading up to its closure. The motion to recommend ARR staff conduct an early-stage investigation of feasibility of a Construction and Demolition Recycling Diversion Facility on the City-owned FM 812 landfill was approved on Vice Chair Steyaert’s motion, Commissioner’s Drohan second, on a (7-0) vote with Commissioner Ishaq and Commissioner Suddaby absent. 1 STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Staff briefing on the status of Austin Resource Recovery Operational and Administrative projects by Ron Romero, Assistant Director of Austin Resource Recovery. The presentation was made by Ron Romero, Assistant Director of Austin Resource Recovery. ADJOURNMENT Chair Acuna adjourned the meeting at 6:36 p.m. without objection. The minutes were unanimously approved at the August 19, 2026, meeting on Commissioner Harris’s motion, Commissioner Athmer’s second on a 6-0 vote. 2
REGULAR MEETING of the TOURISM COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026, AT 2:30 P.M. CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS ROOM 1001 300 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Tourism 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 April Thedford, (512) 404-4054 or april.thedford@austintexas.gov CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Ed Bailey, Chair, District 5 Greg Chanon, District 2 Francisco “Cisco” Gamez, District 1 Stefani Mathis, District 8 Maxwell "Max" Pearce, District 7 Catherine Whited, District 9 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Cristina Masters, Vice Chair, District 10 Bishop Chappell, District 6 Sophia Gonzalez, District 4 Anna Panossian, Mayoral Dani Pruitt, District 3 The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Tourism Commission Regular Meeting on May 13, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation by International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) Local No. 205, regarding an overview of the organization and its role in the tourism industry. Presentation by Nikki Combs, Business Agent. 3. Presentation by Unite Here regarding an overview of the organization and its role in the tourism industry. Presentation by Rachel Melendes, Political Director. WORKING GROUP UPDATE 4. Update from Hotel Occupancy Tax (H.O.T.) Grant Programs Working Group regarding upcoming meetings and goals. 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 April Thedford or (512) at Austin Convention Center Department, april.thedford@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. 404-4054 at For more information on the Tourism Commission Board please contact April Thedford at (512) 404-4054 or april.thedford@austintexas.gov. The next Tourism Commission meeting will be on July …
TOURISM COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 2026 MINUTES The Tourism Commission convened in a Regular meeting on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 301 W. 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Ed Bailey called the Tourism Commission Meeting to order at 2:35 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: • Ed Bailey, Chair, District 5 • Cristina Masters, Vice Chair, District 10 • Bishop Chappell, District 6 • Francisco “Cisco” Gomez, District 1 • Sophia Gonzalez, District 4 • Stefani Mathis, District 8 • Anna Panossian, Mayoral • Maxwell “Max” Pearce, District 7 • Dani Pruitt, District 3 • Catherine Whited, District 9 Commissioner in Attendance Remotely: • Greg Chanon, District 2 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Tourism Commission Regular Meeting on April 8, 2026. The minutes from the Tourism Commission regular meeting on April 8, 2026 were approved on Commissioner Panossian’s motion, Vice Chair Masters’s second on a 10-0 vote, Commissioner Chanon was off the dais. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding the recent commission vacancy that was filled; updates and introductions of new liaison assignments; and an overview of upcoming meetings and key deadlines. 1 The presentation was made by Felicia Burleson, Staff Liaison, Austin Convention Center. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Presentation by Austin Police Department Association (Police Union) on officer perspectives related to downtown public safety, staffing realities, and how frontline conditions impact the visitor experience and special event support. The presentation was made by Michael Bullock, President, Austin Police Department Association. Discussed. Presentation by Austin Homeless Strategies and Operations regarding an overview of the 4. City’s council-approved strategic plan to address homelessness and to understand how this work intersects with Austin’s visitor experience. The presentation was made by Natasha Ponczek, Business Process Consultant, Austin Homeless Strategies and Operations. Discussed. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Approve the creation of a working group. The motion to approve the formation of a Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) Grant Programs Working Group to evaluate how grant programs support Austin’s tourism economy and identify ways the Tourism Commission can strengthen program impact through recommendations to Austin City Council. The group will assess long-term outcomes to ensure HOT-funded programs remain effective, equitable, and aligned with Austin’s cultural and tourism priorities was approved at the April 8, 2026, regular meeting of the Tourism Commission on Commissioner Pruitt’s motion, Commissioner Panossian’s second on a 7-0 vote, with Commissioners Chappell, Mathis …
