Update Community Gardens Austin Parks & Recreation | July 13, 2026 Staffing Update New Community Garden Coordinator Hiring Education Specialist, adding a 30-hour position to our team. Agenda What is a City-Supported Community Garden? New Community Gardens Program Map on City Website The Three Categories of City-Supported Community Gardens Water Tap Plan Process Improvements Composting Effectiveness Improvements Water Conservation Funding Pollinator Education Time for Questions Defining Community Gardens We have two different categories of Community Gardens in Austin. 18 Traditional Community Gardens 12 Program Gardens Some for seniors only (55+) Gardens Matter Community Gardens are valuable to Austin residents. Volunteers, staff, and program participants add beauty and grow food in neighborhoods. 6,110 Volunteer Hours (Communal Areas) 688 Active Gardeners 590 Garden Plots 75 Orchard Trees 9+ Languages Supported We welcomed a new Community Garden Coordinator to lead the program and provide dedicated oversight. Additionally, we arreparing to hire a Culture & Arts Education Specialist who will directly support community gardens, adding a 30-hour position to our team. Map of Community Gardens https://www.austintexas.gov/parks/programs/join-community-garden We welcomed a new Community Garden Coordinator to lead the program and provide dedicated oversight. Additionally, we arreparing to hire a Culture & Arts Education Specialist who will directly support community gardens, adding a 30-hour position to our team. Map of Community Gardens There are 3 different color-coded categories to help you find a fit for your needs. Water Taps Process Improvements Through collaboration with Austin Capital Delivery Services and a formalized partnership with Austin Water we have streamlined the process for developing engineered water tap plans for community gardens. Community Gardens Budget The Austin Parks & Recreation Community Gardens Program has a newly allocated budget of $30,000 per fiscal year. The Annual Budget Includes: - 1 Engineered water tap plan - 1 Water tap install - Educational program materials - Brush pickup pilot program - Garden entrance signage - Emergency water access support - Annual potluck gathering event - Language access services Composting Best Practices To address challenges with ineffective and unused composting systems, we organized gardeners to visit sites with successful composting operations. Feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, and we plan to conduct follow- up site visits in summer of 2027 to evaluate progress and share best practices. Water Conservation Funding Discussions are underway with Austin Water’s Water Conservation team to establish best practices for cistern maintenance and identify funding opportunities for installing new cisterns, adding …
AUSTIN-TRAVIS COUNTY FOOD POLICY BOARD MEETING MINUTES July 13, 2026 AUSTIN-TRAVIS COUNTY FOOD POLICY BOARD REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026 The Austin-Travis County Food Policy Board (ATCFPB) convened on Monday, July 13, 2026 at the City of Austin Permitting and Development Center, 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr., Room 1406, Austin, TX 78752. Board Members in Attendance: Andrea Abel, Lisa Barden - Chair, Beth Corbett, Nitza Cuevas, Kacey Hanson, Seanna Marceaux, Melody McClary, Natalie Poulos Board Members Absent: Marissa Bell – Vice-Chair, Erin McDonald Staff in Attendance: Edwin Marty (City of Austin), Amanda Rohlich (City of Austin) CALL TO ORDER Lisa Barden called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Carlos Soto, Community Advancement Network, shared events coming up in the fall: August 26th, Building Community Forum – The Power of Connections: Taking Social Capital to the Bank. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Board Member Kacey Hanson motioned to approve the meeting minutes from the Regular Meeting on June 8, 2026, with Natalie Poulos seconding the motion. Minutes passed on an 8-0 vote. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding community gardens on City-owned land. Presentation by Lindsay Loftin, Community Garden Program Coordinator, Austin Parks and Recreation (see back-up materials for presentation). Staff briefing regarding Austin-Travis County Food Plan Implementation. Presentation by Edwin Marty, Food Policy Manager, Austin Climate Action & Resilience (see back-up materials for presentation). DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. 5. Discuss the Annual Internal Review. Discuss advocacy points of contact for each board member, both at the City Council and County Commissioners Court level. AUSTIN-TRAVIS COUNTY FOOD POLICY BOARD MEETING MINUTES July 13, 2026 Beth Corbett left the dais at 5:48 and returned at 5:53 PM 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Presentation and discussion regarding the working group to expand access to nutritious foods through improvement to existing materials and resources and explore alternate or expanded hours for existing resources. Natalie Poulos provided updates. Request to change name of working group to Food Access for simplification. Presentation and discussion regarding the working group to participate in the USDA Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) application for funding for conservation easements as a regional partnership. Andrea Abel provided an update. The working group is working to apply for the USDA RCPP. Meeting with farm owners who may be interested in a conservation easement. Presentation and discussion regarding the working group to explore revenue generators such as sugar sweetened beverage …
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PANEL MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. VIRTUAL MEETING Art in Public Places Panel may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: Art in Public Places Panel: July Virtual Special Called Meeting | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Art in Public Places Manager Jaime Castillo at jaime.castillo@austintexas.gov or (512) 974-7852. CURRENT PANEL MEMBERS: Kristi-Anne Shaer, Chair Heidi Schmalbach, Arts Commission Liaison Andrew Danziger Camille Jobe AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Lindsey Millikan, Vice Chair Fatima Carbajal Bernardo Diaz The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Art in Public Places Panel Regular meeting on July 6, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Art in Public Places Program, including Conservation, Current Projects and Milestones. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, AIPP Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Sensory Lounge Art in Public Places Project Concept Design. Presentation by Rakhee Jain Desai, Art in Public Places Artist, and Alex Irrera, AIPP Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Quiet Energy Space for Children Art in Public Places Project Concept Design. Presentation by Lucas Aoki, Art in Public Places Artist, and Alex Irrera, AIPP Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. Approve a recommendation to the Arts Commission as the Deaccession Jury of Art in Public Places artwork Crosswalk on the Lake by Mery Godigna Collet and Luis R. Gutierrez. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, AIPP Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Approve a recommendation to Arts Commission for the Spicewood Springs Corridor Art in Public Places Project Final Design. Presentation by Christine Rojek, Art in Public Places Artist, and Frederico Forte, AIPP Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. …
ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PANEL Special Called Meeting Minutes The Art in Public Places Panel convened a Special Called meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026, virtual Special Called meeting. Vice-Chari Lindsey Millikan called the meeting to order at 6:06 PM. Panel Members in Attendance: Vice Chair – Lindsey Millikan, Heidi Schmalbach – Arts Commission Liaison, Fatima Carbajal, Bernardo Diaz, Andrew Danziger and Camille Jobe. Panel Members Absent: Kristi-Anne Shaer – Chair. Staff in Attendance: AIPP Manager: Jaime Castillo; AIPP Coordinator Senior: Rebecca Rende, Frederico Forte, and Alex Irrera. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. The minutes of the Art in Public Places Panel Regular Meeting on July 6, 2026. Vice-Chair Lindsey Millikan made a motion to move approval of the minutes from Art in Public Places Regular Panel Meeting on Monday, July 6, 2026, to the Art in Public Places Regular Panel Meeting on Monday, August 3, 2026, Camille Jobe seconded. Motion passes 4-0. 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. 4. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Sensory Lounge Art in Public Places Project Concept Design. Presentation by Rakhee Jain Desai, Art in Public Places Artist, and Alex Irrera, AIPP Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Quiet Energy Space for Children Art in Public Places Project Concept Design. Presentation by Lucas Aoki, Art in Public Places Artist, and Alex Irrera, AIPP Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Vice-Chair Lindsey Millikan made a motion to move Item 6, Spicewood Springs Corridor Art in Public Places Project Final Design. Arts Commissioner, Heidi Schamlbach seconded. Motion passes 6-0. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. Approve a recommendation to the Arts Commission as the Deaccession Jury of Art in Public Places artwork Crosswalk on the Lake by Mery Godigna Collet and Luis R. Gutierrez. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, AIPP Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Andrew made a motion to not approve the deaccession of Art in Public Places artwork Crosswalk on the Lake by Mery Godigna Collet and Luis R. Gutierrez, and provide written rationale for keeping the artwork in the Art in Public Places collection to the Arts Commission. Bernie Diaz seconded. Motion passes 6-0. Approve a recommendation to Arts …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, ROOM 1101 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Animal 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 Nekaybaw Watson at nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2562. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Jules Maron, Chair, D3 Jo Anne Norton, Vice Chair, D7 Jennifer Daniel, Parliamentarian, D6 Koby Ahmed, Mayor Beatriz Dulzaides, D2 Erin Ferguson, D8 Whitney Holt, D5 Sarah Huddleston, D9 David Loignon, D10 Nancy Nemer, Travis County Dr. Paige Nilson, D4 Erin Van Landingham, D1 CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA 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 Animal Advisory Commission Regular meeting on June 8, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding monthly reports. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services and Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services. Staff briefing regarding the microchip/vaccine clinic, July 4th runaway pet numbers and 311 policies regarding deceased animals . Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services and Jason Garza, Assistant Director , Austin Animal Services. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Presentation regarding Petco Love Platform and the exploration of pet reunification platforms. Presentation by Misty Valenta, Animal Services Director, Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter and Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Discussion and presentation regarding New World Screwworm Crisis. Presentation by Dr. Debbie Elliot, Program Manager, Veterinary Services. Discussion clarifying previous statement in bylaws regarding No Kill Subcommittee. Discuss the Annual Internal Review Report for Animal Advisory Commission. Change in Chair for No Kill Subcommittee. 5. 6. 7. 8. DICUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 9. 10. Creation of a working group exploring compliance with the Texas Health and Safety Chapter 8-23 Creation of a working group to study the emergency intake procedures at Austin Animal Services. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin …
ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES JUNE 8, 2026 The Animal Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, June 8, 2026, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Nilson called the Animal Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 6:00 pm. Commissioners in Attendance: Dr. Paige Nilson, Chair, D4 Jo Anne Norton, Vice Chair, D7 Jennifer Daniel, Parliamentarian, D6 David Loignon, D10 Jules Maron, D3 Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Koby Ahmed, Mayor Beatriz Dulzaides, D2 Erin Ferguson, D8 Whitney Holt, D5 Nancy Nemer, Travis County Erin Van Landingham, D1 Commissioners Absent: Sarah Huddleston, D9 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Rochelle Vickery – Support Good Fix Rebecca Arizmendi – No Kill Initiatives Shelly Leibham – Spay Neuter and Over Crowding Suzie Chase – Kudos to Monica Dangler Shawna Simpson – Obstructions to Pet Reunions 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Animal Advisory Commission Regular Meeting on May 11, 2026. The minutes of the May 11th regular meeting of the Animal Advisory Commission as amended by Commissioner Dulzaides during the June 8th meeting were approved on Vice Chair Norton’s motion, Chair Nilson’s second on an 11-0 vote. Commissioner Huddelston was absent. The amendment was to insert “Commissioner Dulzaides abstained” to item 11. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding monthly reports. 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. Staff briefing regarding the Austin Animal Services Donation Fund. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services, Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services, and Melissa Pool, Chief Administrative Officer, Austin Animal Services. Presentation given by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services; Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services; and Melissa Pool, Chief Administrative Officer, Austin Animal Services. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. 5. 6. Approve the election of Chair. The motion to approve Commissioner Maron as chair of the Animal Advisory Commission was approved on Commissioner Loignon’s motion, Commissioner Maron’s second on an 8-0 vote. Chair Nilson, Vice Chair Norton, and Parliamentarian Daniel abstained. Commissioner Huddleston was absent. The motion to approve Chair Nilson as chair of the Animal Advisory Commission failed on Vice Chair Norton’s motion, Chair Nilson’s second on a 3-2 vote. Chair Nilson, Vice Chair Norton, and Parliamentarian Daniel voted aye. Commissioners …
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION NO KILL SUBCOMMITTEE MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026, AT 4:00PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 1101 301 W 2nd STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the No Kill Subcommittee 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, nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov, 512-974-2562. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Whitney Holt, D5, Chair Beatriz Dulzaides, D2 Erin Ferguson, D8 CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL David Loignon, D10 Nancy Nemer, Travis County Erin Van Landingham, D1 The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. DISCUSSION ITEMS 1. Discussion of definition of no kill thresholds. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Approve an Annual Schedule for the No Kill Subcommittee. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Nekaybaw Watson at Austin City Clerk’s Office Department, at 512-974-2562 or nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov, to request service or for additional information. For more information on the No Kill Subcommittee please contact Nekaybaw Watson at 512-974- 2562 or nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov.
No Kill Shelter Committee Annual Schedule Option 1 Every other month Possible Location: Austin City Hall Boards and Commissions Possible Time: 4:30-5:30pm Monday, May 11, 2026 Monday, July 13, 2026 Monday, September 14, 2026 Monday, November 9, 2026 No Kill Shelter Committee Annual Schedule Option 2 Once a quarter Possible Location: Austin City Hall Boards and Commissions Possible Time: 4:30-5:30pm Monday, June 8, 2026 Monday, September 14, 2026 Monday, December 14, 2026
Updates, Reports and Briefings Updates, Reports and Briefings Austin Animal Services | July 13, 2026 Updates and Accomplishments June 2026 Monica Dangler, Director Free Vaccine/Microchip Drive-Through Clinic On June 10, Animal Services teamed up with Austin Humane Society to host a free vaccine clinic for companion animals. The event took place on an Animal Services training day so all staff except for a skeleton crew were active participants in making the event run smoothly. Staff assisted residents with administration of vaccines/microchips, registration, data entry, tag engraving, etc. 197 dogs, 76 cats, 27 kittens, and 21 puppies received the free services. Each animal received whatever service they needed and for which they were eligible. Zip codes from across the Austin area were quite evenly distributed among participating residents. 78753 and 78653 both had the highest number of participants at 14 residents with their respective number of companion animals. 3 Bissell Pet Foundation The Bissell Pet Foundation has generously offered a supply of NexGard to protect sheltered cats from fleas, ticks, heartworm, and other intestinal worms. This gift will be shared with Austin Humane Society for their sheltered cat population. A date for this gift has not been confirmed at this time. Additional Emancipet Surgery Day Additional funding was provided to Emancipet to add another spay/neuter surgery day for community owned animals! 4 y Outcomes Pathways This policy establishes a framework for achieving positive, timely, and humane outcomes for animals in our care. Primary positive outcome pathways include Return-to- Owner (RTO), Adoption, Foster Care, and Transfer to Placement Partners. Customer Experience Survey Providing exceptional service to our community is at the heart of everything we do. Every interaction we have with our customers is an opportunity to build trust, demonstrate compassion, and make a positive difference. As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, we've launched our new Customer Experience Survey. Return to Owner Procedure This procedure is based on evidence-based shelter practices and establishes consistent, humane, efficient processes for returning lost animals to their owners as quickly as possible. The benefits? Reduction in the length of stay and stress on animals and increased community trust. 5 2024 2025 2026 25 20 15 14 14 11 10 11 9 9 25 23 Stray Dog Intake July 5 – Jul 11 (2024- 2026) An overview of dogs impounded as strays between July 5 and July 11 from the past three years. Dashed lines …
Animal Services Office Statistical Report – June2024-2026 June 2026 Intake June2025 Intake June2024 Intake June 2026 Adoption June2025 Adoptions June2024 Adoptions June 2026 RTOs June2025 RTOs June2024 RTOs June 2026 Animal Euthanized June2025 Animals Euthanized June2024 Animals Euthanized June 2026 Live Release Rate June2025 Total Live Release Rate June2024 Total Live Release Rate June 2026 Vaccinations – 2718 vaccinations were provided to animals in care of Austin Animal Services. June2025 Vaccinations - 2404 vaccinations were provided to animals in care of Austin Animal Services. June2024 Animal Vaccinations June 2026 – Spay/Neuter at AAC June2025 Spayed/Neuter at AAC June2024 Spayed/Neutered at AAC June 2026 Deaths in Care \ June2025 Animal Deaths at AAC/Foster June2024 Animal Deaths at AAC/Foster June 2026 Animals Transferred (includes 72 cats that went through SNR) June2025 Animals Transferred (includes 57 cats that went through SNR : June2024 Animals Transferred June 2026 Animals Lost, Stolen or Missing June2025 Animal Lost, Stolen or Missing June2024 Animals Lost, Stolen or Missing June 2026 SNR Program – As noted above, 72 cats went through SNR June2025 SNR Program – As noted above, 57 cats went through SNR June2024 SNR Program June 2026 Intact Animals Adopted/RTO June2025 Intact Animals Adopted/RTO June2024 Intact Animals Adopted/RTO
and What is Petco Love Lost Petco Love Lost is a free national, central database for lost and found pets. Petco Love Lost uses photo-matching technology to identify possible matches from both other users who have found a pet, as well as over 3,300 shelter partners across the nation. Users simply upload a photo and begin searching thousands of pet listings, create easily sharable pet alerts (optimized for Facebook, Twitter, Nextdoor and email) and download printable posters. How does a citizen use Petco Love Lost when they find a lost pet or when their pet is lost? How does a WCRAS use Petco Love Lost? Dog Outgoing Percentages Dogs19-2020-2121-2222-2323-2424-25Adopted54.61%48.55%58.10%55.45%62.11%45.71%Reclaim25.47%26.12%24.46%22.71%22.38%21.90%Transfer17.50%23.40%16.10%20.17%13.39%30.10%Died0.53%0.50%0.53%0.79%1.06%0.71%Euthanasia1.80%1.40%0.81%0.82%0.99%1.30% Services Impact on Intake 16000 14000 12000 10000 8000 6000 4000 2000 0 2006 2008 2010 2012 2014 2016 2018 2020 2022 2024 2026 Intake Population Served (50%) Petco Love Lost Increases our relationship with the community Decreases unnecessary intake Decreases length of stay Increases our ability to find matches Gives families missing their pet a tool and resources
Resource Guide New World Screwworm (NWS) 06-18-2026 UPDATE New World Screwworm Fact Sheet Info for Swine Producers Learn about NWS biology, life cycle, signs of infestation, affected animals, economic impacts, prevention methods, treatment options, and reporting procedures. Learn about the affect on swine operations, including signs of infestation, animal health, economic risks, prevention, treatment options, and biosecurity practices to help reduce the threat to pork production. Livestock Management Considerations Companion Animal Care Overview of livestock practices, including managing wounds, animal handling, seasonal considerations, surveillance, and treatment options. Learn what influence exposure and control efforts. Learn how NWS affects dogs, cats, and other companion animals, including signs of infestation, prevention, wound care, treatment options, and steps to protect animal health. Wildlife Monitoring and Management Protecting Human Health Examine the impact on wildlife, including affected species, surveillance, monitoring challenges, reporting, and the importance of coordination among landowners, wildlife professionals, and animal health officials. Learn how NWS can affect people, including risk factors, signs of infestation, prevention measures, treatment options, and steps to protect human health while caring for animals or treating wounds. Guide developed by Sara Allen, Phoenix Rogers, and Zach Schaefer. Extension Specialists, Disaster Assessment & Recovery Unit, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is an equal opportunity employer and program provider. Producer Action Guide New World Screwworm (NWS) 06-18-2026 UPDATE WHAT TO DO IF YOU SUSPECT NWS REPORTING NWS See how suspected NWS cases are identified, sampled, reported, and managed by animal health officials and producers. Inspect Collect Learn how to safely collect, preserve, and submit suspected NWS samples for laboratory identification. Protect Find FDA guidance on approved animal drugs, emergency use options, and available treatments for NWS in affected species. Early detection and reporting is critical. Report all suspected and confirmed cases of NWS immediately. TAHC RESTRICTION ZONE GUIDANCE Up-to-date information from Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) on current Texas Counties within NWS zones, link to the zone map, and movement restrictions. This factsheet provides overview of livestock movement requirements in Texas areas affected by NWS, including inspection, treatment, permitting, and documentation. APHIS CONFIRMED DETECTIONS View the latest confirmed animal and wild fly NWS detections in the U.S. Track outbreak locations, surveillance and response information from USDA APHIS. Guide developed by Sara Allen, Phoenix Rogers, and Zach Schaefer. Extension Specialists, Disaster Assessment & Recovery Unit, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Do not trap or watch …
New World Screwworm NWS Data and images from TAHC, USDA, TVMA Animal Advisory Commission July 13, 2026 Dr. Debbie Elliott Cochliomyia hominivorax ➢The larvae of the fly are obligate parasites that only infest living tissue of warm- blooded animals, including livestock, wildlife, pets, humans and birds (rarely), causing a condition known as myiasis ➢ • Hominivorax = “man” eater ➢• Often fatal to the infested animal Larvae ❖Screwworm refers to the screw-like shape of the larvae and the way the larva burrows into the flesh. ❖Larvae are parasitic consuming living flesh for 5-7 days then fall off the host to pupate in the ground. ❖This is the stage that we may see them in the wounds of living animals. ❖Once the animal is deceased, the larvae detect the cooler body temperature and will fall off the host and pupate on the ground, despite the age of the larvae. TAHC Lifecycle What We May See • Maggots or egg clusters in wounds of live animals • Requires notification of DVM immediately. (delay in treatment is fatal) • Treatment options: FDA Approved: Capstar, NexGard Combo (cats), Nexgard, Credelio. • Isoxazolines – Simparica, Bravecto (Expulsion and larvicidal) • Immediate wound management and removal of larvae Reportable • Domestic Animals - reportable disease to the TX Animal Health Commission by the veterinarians • Wildlife reporting and collection is to the TX Parks & Wildlife Dept biologist Current Location and Spread Since July 12 Current Outbreak Mexico Dogs 0.002% Cats 0.000052 % Thank you! Dr. Debbie Elliott Austin Animal Services Manager Veterinary Services
Annual Internal Review 7/1/2025 to 6/30/2026 Name of Board or Commission Animal Advisory Commission Has the board or commission's actions throughout the year complied with City Council directives and bylaws? Yes. If No, please explain N/A. How many recommendations did your board or commission approve? The Commission approved 10 recommendations during the July 2025 through June 2026 review period. Please list the recommendation numbers. 20250714-010 20250811-007 20251013-008 20260309-004 20260309-005 20260309-006 20260309-007 20260413-006 20260511-009 20260608-008 Which recommendations are closely aligned to the organization's core mission and why? All recommendations are aligned with the Commission’s core mission to advise City Council and Travis County Commissioners Court on animal shelter compliance, animal welfare policies, budget priorities, collaboration, communication within the animal welfare community, and the development of animal welfare programs. The most directly aligned recommendations are those addressing shelter operations, humane care, live outcome support, staffing, enrichment, adoption access, pet retention, community cats, breed labeling, and animal welfare policy: 20250714-010, 20250811-007, 20260309-004, 20260309-005, 20260309-006, 20260309-007, 20260413-006, 20260511-009, and 20260608- 008. Which recommendations are adjacent to the organization's core mission and why? Recommendation 20251013-008, Bird Friendly Design, is adjacent but still relevant because it addresses broader animal welfare and wildlife protection through City policy and built- environment practices. Pet Friendly Housing (20260413-006) also intersects with housing policy but remains closely connected to animal shelter intake prevention and pet retention. Please share any further context that could support or explain your recommendations. During the review period, the Commission received regular Austin Animal Services briefings, reviewed shelter data and outcome reports, received public comment, considered budget needs, discussed shelter capacity and animal care concerns, and used working groups to develop policy recommendations. Recurring themes included shelter overcrowding, live outcomes, animal enrichment, staffing stability, pet retention, adoption access, community cats, data transparency, off-leash dogs, and responsible animal welfare policy. Is there another body that overlaps with the role and work of the board or commission you serve? Yes. If yes, which body? Austin Animal Services, Austin City Council, Travis County Commissioners Court, and related City departments or advisory bodies when policy issues intersect with housing, public health, parks, wildlife, or environmental design. Please explain their alignment. The Animal Advisory Commission provides focused public input and policy recommendations related to animal welfare. Austin Animal Services implements shelter operations and programs. City Council and Travis County Commissioners Court make policy and budget decisions. Other boards or departments may overlap …
ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES JULY 13, 2026 The Animal Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, July 13, 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 6:00 pm. Commissioners in Attendance: Jules Maron, Chair, D3 Jennifer Daniel, Parliamentarian, D6 Beatriz Dulzaides, D2 Erin Ferguson, D8 Whitney Holt, D5 David Loignon, D10 Erin Van Landingham, D1 Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Jo Anne Norton, Vice Chair, D7 Sarah Huddleston, D9 Nancy Nemer, Travis County Commissioners Absent: Koby Ahmed, Mayor Dr. Paige Nilson, D4 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Inessa Haas – Concerns regarding Austin Pets Alive! dog training Sandra Muller – Transparency and SOPs Robyn Katz – State of Animals in Texas Rochelle Vickery – Spay and Neuter Annaliese Gill – Austin Pets Alive! Play Group Safety Pat Valls Trelles – Spay and Neuter 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Animal Advisory Commission Regular Meeting on June 8, 2026. The minutes of the June 8th regular meeting of the Animal Advisory Commission as were approved during the July 13th meeting on Commissioner Dulzaides’ motion, Commissioner Loignon’s second on a 10-0 vote. Commissioners Ahmed and Nilson were absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding monthly reports. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Presentation given by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Staff briefing regarding the microchip/vaccine clinic, July4th runaway pet numbers and 311 policies regarding deceased animals. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Presentation given by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Presentation regarding Petco Love Platform and the exploration of pet reunification platforms. Presentation by Misty Valenta, Animal Services Director, Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter and Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Presentation given by Misty Valenta, Animal Services Director, Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter and Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Discussion and presentation regarding New World Screwworm Crisis. Presentation by Dr. Debbie Elliot, Program manager, Veterinary Services. Presentation given by Dr. Debbie Elliot, Program Manager, Veterinary Services. Discussion clarifying previous statement in bylaws regarding No Kill Committee. Discussed. Discuss the Annual Internal Review Report for Animal Advisory Commission. Discussed. Change in Chair for No Kill Committee. Chair Maron named Commissioner Nemer as the Chair of the No Kill Committee. Current committee membership is …
ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES JULY 13, 2026 The Animal Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, July 13, 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 6:00 pm. Commissioners in Attendance: Jules Maron, Chair, D3 Jennifer Daniel, Parliamentarian, D6 Beatriz Dulzaides, D2 Erin Ferguson, D8 Whitney Holt, D5 David Loignon, D10 Erin Van Landingham, D1 Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Jo Anne Norton, Vice Chair, D7 Sarah Huddleston, D9 Nancy Nemer, Travis County Commissioners Absent: Koby Ahmed, Mayor Dr. Paige Nilson, D4 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Inessa Haas – Concerns regarding Austin Pets Alive! dog training Sandra Muller – Transparency and SOPs Robyn Katz – State of Animals in Texas Rochelle Vickery – Spay and Neuter Annaliese Gill – Austin Pets Alive! Play Group Safety Pat Valls Trelles – Spay and Neuter 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Animal Advisory Commission Regular Meeting on June 8, 2026. The minutes of the June 8th regular meeting of the Animal Advisory Commission as were approved during the July 13th meeting on Commissioner Dulzaides’ motion, Commissioner Loignon’s second on a 10-0 vote. Commissioners Ahmed and Nilson were absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding monthly reports. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Presentation given by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Staff briefing regarding the microchip/vaccine clinic, July4th runaway pet numbers and 311 policies regarding deceased animals. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Presentation given by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Presentation regarding Petco Love Platform and the exploration of pet reunification platforms. Presentation by Misty Valenta, Animal Services Director, Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter and Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Presentation given by Misty Valenta, Animal Services Director, Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter and Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Discussion and presentation regarding New World Screwworm Crisis. Presentation by Dr. Debbie Elliot, Program manager, Veterinary Services. Presentation given by Dr. Debbie Elliot, Program Manager, Veterinary Services. Discussion clarifying previous statement in bylaws regarding No Kill Committee. Discussed. Discuss the Annual Internal Review Report for Animal Advisory Commission. Discussed. Change in Chair for No Kill Committee. Chair Maron named Commissioner Nemer as the Chair of the No Kill Committee. Current committee membership is …
ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION NO KILL COMMITTEE SPECIAL CALLED MEETING MINUTES JULY 13, 2026 The Animal Advisory Commission No Kill Committee convened in a special called meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Holt called the Animal Advisory Commission No Kill Committee Meeting to order at 4:03 pm. Commissioners in Attendance: Whitney Holt, Chair, D5 Beatriz Dulzaides, D2 Erin Ferguson, D8 David Loignon, D10 Erin Van Landingham, D1 Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Nancy Nemer, Travis County PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Robyn Katz – No Kill Concerns DISCUSSION ITEMS 1. Discussion of definition of no kill thresholds. Discussion was taken second. 1 DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Approve an Annual Schedule for the No Kill Committee. This item was taken first. The motion to approve an annual meeting schedule for the Animal Advisory Commission No Kill Subcommittee to occur every other month was approved on Commissioner Dulzaides’ motion, Commissioner Loignon’s second on a 6-0 vote. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS The meeting of the Animal Advisory Commission No Kill Subcommittee was adjourned on Commissioner Loignon’s motion, Commissioner Dulzaides’ second without objection at 5:18PM. The minutes of the July 13, 2026 special called meeting of the Animal Advisory Commission’s No Kill Committee was approved during the September 14, 2026 regular meeting of the Animal Advisory Commission’s No Kill Committee meeting on Commissioner Ferguson’s motion, Commissioner Van Landingham’s second on a 4-0 vote. Commissioner Loignon was off dais. Chair Nemer was absent. 2
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ETHICS REVIEW COMMISSION JULY 9, 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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Ethics Review Commission Special Called Meeting on June 11, 2026. WORKING GROUP UPDATE 2. Update from the Working Group to Review ERC Complaints Process (Commissioners Figueroa, Lawson, Low, McGiverin and Soliz). FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT Page 1 of 2 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 Lizette Benitez or Victoria Hayslett at the Law Department, at (512) 974-2518, to request service or for additional information; TTY users’ route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Ethics Review Commission, please contact Victoria Hayslett at (512) 974-2518. For the 2026 meeting schedule, agendas, and additional information about the Commission, see: Ethics Review Commission | AustinTexas.gov. ERC STANDARD PUBLIC COMMUNICATION INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE Regarding Public Communication Sign-in required: If appearing in person at the meeting, please sign in to speak with the staff liaison prior to the meeting being called to order. Please indicate the item or items on the agenda on which you are speaking if you …
REGULAR MEETING of the TOURISM COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 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 June 10, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation by Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment, regarding an overview of the Hotel Occupancy Tax Grants. Presentation by Laura Odegaard, Acting Division Manager. 3. Presentation by Austin Woman’s Club, 2026 Heritage Preservation Capital Grant recipient, regarding an overview of the organization, its role in the tourism industry and plans for their heritage grant. Presentation by Mary Ann Golden, President. 4. Presentation by Preservation Austin, 2026 Heritage Event Grant recipient, regarding an overview of the organization, its role in the tourism industry and plans for their heritage grant. Presentation by Bridget Gayle Ground, Learning and Engagement Manager. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 5. Discuss and approve the annual report of the Tourism Commission. WORKING GROUP UPDATE 6. Update from Hotel Occupancy Tax (H.O.T.) Grant Programs Working Group. STAFF BRIEFING 7. Briefing on commission deadlines and resources by April Thedford, Commission Liaison. 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 …
TOURISM COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, June 10, 2026 MINUTES The Tourism Commission convened in a Regular meeting on Wednesday, June 10, 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 • Greg Chanon, District 2 • Bishop Chappell, District 6 • Francisco “Cisco” Gomez, District 1 • Sophia Gonzalez, District 4 • Dani Pruitt, District 3 • Catherine Whited, District 9 Commissioner in Attendance Remotely: • Stefani Mathis, District 8 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Tourism Commission Regular Meeting on May 13, 2026. The minutes from the Tourism Commission regular meeting on May 13, 2026 were approved on Commissioner Gamez’s motion, Vice Chair Masters’s second on an 8-0 vote, Commissioner Chanon was off the dais. 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. 1 The presentation was made by Nikki Combs, Business Agent and Rachel McGee, Member, IATSE Local No. 205. Discussed. 3. Presentation by Unite Here regarding an overview of the organization and its role in the tourism industry. The presentation was made by Rachel Melendes, Political Director, Unite Here. Discussed. WORKING GROUP UPDATE 4. Commissioner Pruitt provided an update from the Hotel Occupancy Tax Grant Programs Working Group. The working group has been focused on outlining their goals which include: reviewing the grant application process, collecting and reviewing data received from grant recipients, learning more about the grant recipients, what grant are group giving out, what is the granting timeline. The working group will continue to meet and will provide an update at the next monthly meeting. Chair Bailey adjourned the meeting at 4:19 p.m. without objection. 2
AWC Presentation to the COA Tourism Board July 2026 COA Grant Application Photos Ballroom floors rotted floor jamr Ballroom Door, notice space between Door and Floor Ballroom floor with rot damage Door jam in Ballroom Rotted door s urround Third Floor Door deterioration Third Floor door , flaking paint third level Flaking off lead bas ed paint on metal c eiling Third Floor paint c rac king, peeling and flaking. Thank you! Mary Ann Golden AWC President 2026 - 2027
PRESERVATION AUSTIN was founded as the Heritage Society of Austin in 1953. As one of the oldest citywide preservation nonprofits in the United States, we’ve been advocates and stewards of our city’s historic places for generations bearing witness to Austin’s incredible growth. OUR MISSION Preservation Austin exists to empower Austinites to shape a more inclusive, resilient, and meaningful community culture through preservation. In the 1970s the Heritage Society’s revolving fund and major loan program supported many of the historic buildings we treasure today: In the 1970s the Heritage Society’s revolving fund and major loan program supported many of the historic buildings we treasure today: ● Bought and sold to preservationists ○ Lundberg Bakery ○ Eugene Bremond House ○ Hirschfeld Moore ○ Walter Tips Building ● Gave major loans to ○ Governors Mansion ($25,000) ○ Elisabet Ney Museum ($50,000) ○ Paramount Theatre ($70,000) ○ Austin History Center ($60,000) ● Saved the Driskill by buying the final $105,000 in stock needed to purchase and preserve it Today we’re focused on supporting legacy businesses, underrepresented heritage, and providing policy solutions to tackle major challenges facing our city. Today we’re focused on supporting legacy businesses, underrepresented heritage, and providing policy solutions to tackle major challenges facing our city. ● 2019 marked a phase of investment in expanded organizational capacity. ● Strategic plan emphasized representing the generational, cultural, and racial diversity of the city we serve. ● Capital campaign and rehabilitation of McFarland-McBee House as headquarters. ● Staff expanded from 2 to 5.5 to support advocacy, programming, and operations. Preservation Austin has applied for and received three heritage grants: Preservation Austin has applied for and received three heritage grants: ● 2022 grant for structural repairs to the McFarland-McBee House ($250K) ● 2023 grant for 2024 Homes Tour ($30K) ● 2026 grant for 2026 Legacy Business Month ($62,135) Process of applying for the heritage grants: Process of applying for the heritage grants: ● 2022 grant for structural repairs to the McFarland-McBee House ($250K) ○ Application/reporting managed by Executive Director ● 2023 grant for 2024 Homes Tour ($30K) ○ Application/reporting managed by Policy & Outreach Planner (communications staff) ● 2026 grant for 2026 Legacy Business Month ($62,135) ○ Application/reporting managed by Learning & Engagement Manager (programming staff) Plans for the grant: ● Legacy Business Month celebrates long-time businesses that shape Austin’s culture. ● October 2026 will mark our fourth year of this program, and 40+ businesses featured …
Annual Internal Review and Report Questions 1. Name of Board or Commission: Tourism Commission 2. Has the board or commission's actions throughout the year complied with City Council directives and bylaws? This should address all elements of the board's mission statement as provided in the relevant sections of the City Code. (Yes, No) Yes a. If No, please explain 3. How many recommendations did your board or commission approve? 2 4. Please list the recommendation numbers. Recommendation 20251117-007 Recommendation 20251117-008 5. Which recommendations are closely aligned to the organization's core mission and why? Both recommendations are aligned to the commission’s core mission. Recommendation 20251117-007 advised council on matters related to city infrastructure and facility investments related to tourism. Recommendation 20251117-008 supports the Rally Austin’s Bond Proposal, Rally Austin, the City’s first multi-purpose local government corporation, was created by Austin City Council to facilitate equitable, community-driven development and deliver projects that generate public benefit, including attracting tourism. 6. Which recommendations are adjacent to the organization's core mission and why? See Above, they are aligned, not adjacent 7. Please share any further context that could support or explain your recommendations. Optional 8. Is there another body that overlaps with the role and work of the board or commission you serve? (Yes, No) Yes a. If yes, which body? Downtown Commission, Arts Commission, Music Commission b. Please explain their alignment. Tourism impacts the downtown corridor; Hotel Occupancy Tax revenue is allocated to both the Cultural Arts and Live Music Fund. 9. Do the bylaws need to be updated? (Yes, No) No a. If yes, what would be the amendment (including section) and why? 10. On a scale of 1-10, how engaged are the board or commission members? 10 11. On a scale of 1-10, how engaged is the community? 3 12. Do you see any gaps in important policies that are not currently covered by a board or commission? (Yes, No) No a. If yes, please explain. 13. List the board’s goals and objectives for the new calendar year. The Commission’s goal is to provide guidance and strategic recommendations to the City Council on all matters related to hotel occupancy tax (HOT) revenue and tourism related initiatives to support the City’s economic vitality and cultural promotion. Our objectives for the next year are as follows: • Advise the City Council on the allocation, investment strategies, and annual budgeting of HOT revenue and related …
Funding Programs Update Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment | July 8, 2026 November 2025: Re-Alignment in ACME Cultural Affairs & Investments Cultural Arts Grants Live Music Fund Grants Heritage Preservation Grants Creative Space Assistance Program Special Projects Musician / Promoter Capital Projects Live Music Venue Heritage Events Nexus Elevate Thrive ARPA Art for All UNESCO Creative City of Media Arts Austin Sister Cities International 2 2026 ACME Funding Programs Application window: October 21 - December 19, 2025 Contract window: Jan – Dec 2026 (or Dec 2027, if a two year award) FY26 Application Assistance ▪ 10 Workshops (6 In Person; 4 Virtual) ▪ 168 Attendees (18 total hours) ▪ Opportunities in English, Spanish, ASL; Recordings on website ▪ 14 Open Office Hours sessions (virtual and in-person) • 362 Attendees (364 total hours) ▪ 142+ 1:1 Meetings via Bookings ▪ 158 Attendees (71 hours) ▪ 20+ Community Events ▪ 2,050 attendees (40 total hours) 493 hours of assistance 2,738 people assisted ▪ The Long Center: Email ApplicationHelp@thelongcenter.org; (512) 457-5161 (M-F, 9-11am) ▪ 17,000+ Direct Messages sent to help shepherd potential applicants through pipeline 4 2026 Award Announcements! ▪ 717 Awards announced on March 16th (1,606 applications submitted) ▪ $24 million in grant awards ($67+ million in requests) Austin Live Music Fund Creative Space Assistance Program • 396 awards • 809 applicants • $7.14 million • 22 awards • 64 applicants • $1.32 million Elevate • 277 awards • 687 applicants • $12.8 million Heritage Preservation Grant • 22 awards • 46 applicants • $3 million 5 FY26 Funding Disbursement Status (as of 7/6/26) Program Total Awardees Total Funds # of Awardees Paid % of Awardees Paid $ of funds disbursed % of funds disbursed ALMF Elevate CSAP HPG Thrive Nexus 396 277 22 22 35 75 $7,045,000 $12,616,773 $1,320,000 $3,000,274 $3,850,000 $500,000 370 252 19 14 27 0 96% 91% 86% 64% 77% 0% $3,779,000 $6,508,087 $553,741 $734,916 $2,713,500 $0 TOTAL 827 $28,332,047 682 82% $14,289,245 54% 52% 42% 24% 70% 0% 50% 6 2027 Guideline Enhancements Survey Results ▪ 360-degree perspective ▪ Panelist Reviewer Experience (68 responses) ▪ Application Experience Survey (152 responses) ▪ Commissioner Perspectives Survey (6 responses) ▪ The goal was to understand: ▪ Was the application design accessible/ clear? ▪ Did support systems and communications meet community needs? ▪ Was scoring/ panel processes consistent and understandable? ▪ What improvements should be prioritized ahead of the July 7th …
TOURISM COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, July 8, 2026 The Tourism Commission convened in a Regular meeting on Wednesday, July 8, 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 • Greg Chanon, District 2 • Francisco “Cisco” Gomez, District 1 • Sophia Gonzalez, District 4 • Stefani Mathis, District 8 • Anna Panossian, Mayoral • Dani Pruitt, District 3 • Catherine Whited, District 9 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Tourism Commission Regular Meeting on June 10, 2026. The minutes from the Tourism Commission regular meeting on June 10, 2026, were approved on Commissioner Channon’s motion, Vice Chair Masters’s second on a 9-0 vote, Commissioner Chappell and Commissioner Pearce were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation by Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment, regarding an overview of the Hotel Occupancy Tax Grants. The presentation was made by Laura Odegaard, Acting Division Manager. 1 Discussed. 3. Presentation by Austin Woman’s Club, 2026 Heritage Preservation Capital Grant recipient, regarding an overview of the organization, its role in the tourism industry and plans for their heritage grant. The presentation was made by Mary Ann Golden, President. Discussed. 4. Presentation by Preservation Austin, 2026 Heritage Event Grant recipient, regarding an overview of the organization, its role in the tourism industry and plans for their heritage grant. The presentation was made by Bridget Gayle Ground, Learning and Engagement Manager. Discussed. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 5. Discuss and approve the annual report of the Tourism Commission. Discussed. No action taken. WORKING GROUP UPDATE 6. Commissioner Pruitt provided an update from the Hotel Occupancy Tax Grant Programs Working Group. The working group is continuing to reviewing the grant application process; collecting and reviewing data received from grant recipients; and learning more about the grant recipients. The working group will continue to meet and will provide an update at the next monthly meeting. STAFF BRIEFING 7. Staff briefing on commission deadlines and resources. The presentation was made by April Thedford, Commission Liaison. Chair Bailey adjourned the meeting at 4:35 p.m. without objection. The minutes were approved at the September 9, 2026, meeting on Commissioner Panossian’s motion, Commissioner Channon’s second on a 9-0 vote. Commissioner Pruitt was off the dais and …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER ADVISORY BOARD WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER 600 RIVER STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Michelle Rojas, 512-974-3771, Michelle.Rojas@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Angelica Navarro (D-8), Chair Hilario “Larry” Amaro (D-10), Member Lynda Quintana (D-6), Member Noemi Castro (D-2), Member Raul “Roy” Reyna (D-1), Member Alexander “Al” Duarte (D-7), Member Selma Sanchez (D-9), Member John Estrada (D-3), Member Vacant (D-4), Member Cynthia “Cy” Herrera (D-5), Member Lillian “Lily” Zamarripa-Saenz (Mayor), Vice Chair AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB- MACC) regular meeting of June 3, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing on June and July programs, marketing and outreach efforts, signature event planning, and staffing updates. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) Presenter(s): Olivia Tamzarian, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Marketing & Outreach Representative, Austin Arts Culture, Music, and Entertainment & Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager, Austin Arts Culture, Music, and Entertainment DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Financial Report for the ESB MACC by Acting Division Manager Michelle Rojas. (Sponsors: Herrera, Zamarripa-Saenz) Presenter(s): Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager, Austin Arts Culture, Music, and Entertainment 4. Discussion on Annual Internal Review Report. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) WORKING GROUP UPDATES 5. Update from the Strategic Planning Working Group (Sponsors: Herrera, Zamarripa-Saenz) 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 …
ESB-MACC ADVISORY BOARD MEETING MINUTES JUNE 3, 2026 EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2026 The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB-MACC) convened in a Regular meeting on June 3, 2026, at 301 W. 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. (Some members of the ESB-MACC Advisory Board participated via videoconference.) Chair Navarro called the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Meeting to order at 6:10 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Angelica Navarro, Lillian “Lily” Zamarripa-Saenz, Hilario “Larry” Amaro, Alexander “Al” Duarte, John Estrada, Cynthia “Cy” Herrera. Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Noemi Castro (arrived at 6:32 p.m.). Board Members Absent: Lynda Quintana, Raul “Roy” Reyna, Selma Sanchez. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Speaker 1: Anita Quintanilla, an Austin resident, addressed the board, emphasizing the historical significance of Indigenous, Mexican, and Mexican Americans in Texas. She expressed her belief that the terms “Hispanic,” “Latino,” and Latinx” do not accurately reflect history. Ms. Quintanilla stated that she believed the center’s focus should remain on Mexican American history and culture. Speaker 2: Hector Ordaz Gutiérrez, a member of the Arts and Culture Working Group with the Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission and Arts Commission, addressed the board to share information from the commission’s most recent meeting. He explained that a proposed cross-commission working group was discussed but ultimately tabled due to restrictions preventing commissioners from serving on multiple commissions simultaneously. He noted that the Chair of the Arts Commission supported exploring alternative pathways, including the potential formation of a City Council-authorized working group composed of commissioners. Mr. Ordaz encouraged the Advisory Board to support the concept through City Council engagement or by adding the item to a future agenda for discussion. Speaker 3: Luis Ordaz Gutiérrez, Co-founder and Artistic Director of ProyectoTeatro provided comments in support of the proposed cross-commission working group, stressing the need for formal structure to streamline communication and align recommendations across commissions on shared cultural priorities. He stated there was support from multiple commissions for establishing a working group and encouraged the board to place the item on a future agenda for further discussion. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center regular meeting of May 6, 2026. 1 ESB-MACC ADVISORY BOARD MEETING MINUTES JUNE 3, 2026 The minutes from the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center regular meeting of May …
7.8.26 MACC Staff Report Website - Facebook – Instagram Please share our social media posts, sign up for our newsletter, and check out our upcoming events! Juntos de Nuevo: The Grand Reopening Approximately 3,000 people attended the ESB Mexican American Cultural Center’s large-scale reopening celebration on June 6th. This free, family-friendly event marked the facility's grand return following over three years of extensive renovations and expansions. The June 6th festivities were incredibly joyful, vibrant, and well-received by the public. It marked the official unveiling of the newly upgraded spaces and welcoming back into the building after more than 3 years. The reopening event included all-day entertainment including two Mariachi groups, two Ballet Folklorico groups, two Danza Azteca Groups, and five Latine musical groups. MACC staff ran the event with support from volunteers and ACME staff. MACC Staff and members of the Project Team gave facility tours, giving visitors an inside look at the facility's expansions, which include a new teaching kitchen, gallery, musical rehearsal rooms, classrooms, dance studio, art studio, and multipurpose room. The new spaces were activated with hands-on workshops like sewing, mosaic, dance, yoga, and music classes. Attendees were able to browse a local artisan market featuring over 20 local vendors, get food from 3 food trucks, 2 coffee stands, and 6 snack vendors. They visited with 10 non-profits including booths from ACME/ AIPP, Equity & Inclusion, the Austin History Center, and 4 Austin Planning departments. City leaders participated in a ribbon cutting ceremony and official welcoming ceremony at 11:00am. Speeches and official welcomes were given by officials and local leaders including: Gonzalo Barrientos, former Democratic member of the Texas Senate. Congressman Greg Casar, who served on Austin’s City Council when the bond to expand the MACC was approved in 2018 Susana Carbajal, Assistant City Manager Council Members Ryan Alter and Mike Siegel MACC Advisory Board Members Al Duarte, Larry Amaro, Lily Zamarripa, John Estrada, Angelica Navarro Honorable Humberto Hernández-Haddad, Mexican Consulate in Austin Angela Means, Director of ACME- Arts, Culture, Music, Entertainment Michelle Rojas, Manager of the MACC and Acting Division Manager Gloria Pennington, Legacy Speaker on MACC History Martha Cotera, Legacy Speaker on MACC History Delia Perez Meyer, Legacy Speaker on MACC History Phase 2 Project Team: Architects from Miro Rivera and Tatiana Bilbao Estudio, and Heidi Tse, Project Manager, Capital Delivery Services. Artists Engaged/ Paid: Over 100 Paid Performing Artists (musicians, dancers- all local) 16 …
ESB MACC FY26 Budget Update Austin Arts Culture Music and Entertainment | 7/8/26 ESB MACC FY26 Budget ESB MACC FY26 Operating Expense Budget 3 City of Austin Budget Process Annual Budget Process • Proposed Budget – July 16 • City Manager releases proposed budget for the City Council's consideration • City Council begins district-level community meetings on proposed budget • Approved Budget – August • City Council conducts public hearings • City Council considers and votes on the proposed budget, including any tax rate changes New Fiscal Year Begins – October 4 5 6 https://www.austintexas.gov/budget-excellence/city-budget Questions? 7
ESB-MACC ADVISORY BOARD MEETING MINUTES JULY 8, 2026 EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 2026 The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB-MACC) convened in a Regular meeting on July 8, 2026, at 600 River Street in Austin, Texas. (Some members of the ESB-MACC Advisory Board participated via videoconference.) Chair Navarro called the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Meeting to order at 6:12 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Angelica Navarro, Lillian “Lily” Zamarripa-Saenz, Hilario “Larry” Amaro, John Estrada, Cynthia “Cy” Herrera, Lynda Quintana, Raul “Roy” Reyna, Selma Sanchez. Board Members Absent: Noemi Castro, Alexander “Al” Duarte. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Speaker 1: Barbara Mojica shared her opinion on the MACC’s grand reopening. She described the MACC as a place where artists, families, and community members gather to share stories and celebrate the rich diversity of Austin’s Mexican American and Latinx communities. She remarked that the center not only preserves culture but also fosters its continued growth and evolution. Ms. Mojica encouraged the City to continue prioritizing equitable access by ensuring the facility remains welcoming and accessible to community members and local arts organizations. She concluded by thanking staff for bringing live theater back to the center and for its ongoing commitment to providing cultural programming and events. Speaker 2: Valerie Guillén, family member of the late U.S. Army Soldier Vanessa Guillén, requested to be placed on the August meeting agenda to discuss renaming a room within the MACC in her honor. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center regular meeting of June 3, 2026. The minutes from the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center regular meeting of June 3, 2026, were approved on Vice Chair Zamarripa-Saenz’s motion. Board Member Herrera seconded. Motion passed on an 8-0 vote. Board Members Castro and Duarte absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing on June and July programs, marketing and outreach efforts, signature event planning, and staffing updates. Olivia Tamzarian, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Marketing & Outreach Representative with Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment (ACME), provided an update on the Grand 1 ESB-MACC ADVISORY BOARD MEETING MINUTES JULY 8, 2026 Reopening, reporting that the event welcomed approximately 3,000 attendees. She highlighted the MACC’s outreach efforts, including guided tours, and shared updates on programming for Casa de la Cultura, Youth and Family Education, the Camino Teen …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HIV PLANNING COUNCIL FINANCE AND ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, JULY 8TH, 6:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER ROOM 1203 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the HIV PLANNING COUNCIL may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: Join the meeting now Public comment will be allowed in person or remotely via telephone or Teams. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register to speak, call or email the Office of Support, (737)- 825-1684 or hivplanningcouncil@austintexas.gov CURRENT HIV PLANNING COUNCIL FINANCE/ALLOCATIONS AND STRATEGIC PLANNING/NEEDS ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Drew Kyler, Committee Chair Katherine Brandhuber Coats Brandon Diaz Judith Hassan Kelle’ Martin Henry Chan AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up no later than noon on 7/7/2026 will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the HIV Planning Council regular meeting of the Finance/Allocations and Strategic Planning/Needs Assessment Committee on June 10th, 2026 CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATIONS 2. Members will declare conflict of interest with relevant agenda items, service categories, and/or service standards. STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Introductions/Announcements 4. Office of Support Staff Briefing 5. Administrative Agent Staff Briefing DISCUSSION ITEMS 6. Discussion of the Assessment of Administrative Mechanism tool DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 7. Discussion and approval of the 2027 Needs Assessment Provider Capacity and Capability survey 8. Discussion and approval of the 2026 Needs Assessment Focus Group updates 9. Discussion and approval of final Notice of Award (NOA) funding reallocations FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 10. Discussion of social calendar and workplan calendar ADJOURNMENT Indicative of action items The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. TTY users’ route through Relay Texas at 711. For More Information on the HIV Planning Council, please contact HIV Planning Council Office of Support at (737) 825-1684.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 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 June 10, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 803 Pressler St. Smoot-Terrace Park Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Construct a second story addition and renovate the first story of a non-contributing property. Applicant: Trey Farmer C14H-2013-0003 – 800 W. Cesar Chavez St. Seaholm Power Plant Council District 9 Proposal: Install one new rooftop mechanical unit and three types of security cameras on the building exterior. Applicant: Laurie Limbacher 4105 Avenue G Hyde Park Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Restore the front and side elevations of a contributing building. Construct a new 2- story addition at the rear of the existing home, a new 2-story detached garage, and an accessory unit at the rear of the property with alley-access. Applicant: Tim Cuppett PR-2026-051667 – 4115 Avenue D Hyde Park Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Remodel a contributing building. Applicant: Mike McHone HR-2026-071919 – 1106 Rio Grande St. West Downtown National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Renovate Pease Elementary School. Applicant: Laurie Limbacher 1511 Rainbow Bend Old West Austin National Register Historic District Council District 10 Proposal: Construct a new residence. Applicant: Clean Tag Permits 8. 9. 10. HR-2026-071919 – 705 West Lynn St. West Line National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Construct a new residence. Applicant: Dan Illescas 1209 W 8th St. West Line National Register …
