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 …
The IATSE Vision: “To achieve, by organization and mutual endeavour, the improvement of the social and economic conditions of employees identified with the theatrical, moving picture, entertainment, amusement and commercial or industrial show industries of the United States and Canada, ...to insure the maintenance of a fair rate of wages for services competently rendered; to assure the employment of all members in these industries; and to secure to ourselves by unity of action such benefits as are rightfully ours...” Article One, IATSE Constitution & By-Laws Who is Local 205? Labor Day Appreciation 2025 Local 205 STAGE CREWS AT WORK… Carpenters at work building scenery at Long Center Electricians at work on lighting looks at Long Center Stagehands at work, set, show and strike at Austin City Limits music festival 2023 COUNTRY MUSIC TELEVISION Show Crew At Work in Austin Convention Center Conventions and Tradeshows
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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. The minutes were approved at the July 8, 2026, meeting on Commission Channon’s motion, Vice Chair Master’s second on a 9-0 vote. Commissioner Chappell and Commissioner Pearce were absent. 2
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HIV PLANNING COUNCIL FINANCE AND ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10TH, 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 Empty, Committee Chair Kelle’ Martin Katherine Brandhuber Coats Henry Chan Brandon Diaz Judith Hassan AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up no later than noon on 6/9/2026 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 May 13th, 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 Notice of Award update 7. Discussion of profile of Provider Capacity and Capability 8. Discussion of Priority Setting and Resource Allocation (PSRA) Data Binder DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 9. Discussion and approval of Finance and Assessment Committee Chair a. Drew Kyler 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, JUNE 10, 2026, AT 4:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, CONFERENCE ROOM 1401 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Historic Landmark Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, please use the QR code or link at the end of this document. For questions, please email preservation@austintexas.gov. KEVIN KOCH JAIME ALVAREZ HARMONY GROGAN CURRENT COMMISSIONERS AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order are allowed three minutes to speak on items not posted to the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Architectural Review Committee regular meeting on May 13, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. PR-2026-008188 – 1005 E. 8th St. Robertson/Stuart & Mair Local Historic District Council District 1 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building. Applicant: Robbie MacGregor C14H-2020-0087 – 3908 Avenue B Baker School Council District 9 Proposal: Place three 40ft shipping containers on the property with no alterations to the landmarked building. Applicant: Brittany Garcia 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-2026-032504; HR-2026-036164 – 304 W. 42nd St. Hyde Park Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building and construct a new residence. Applicant: Jennifer Alonzi HR-2026-057184 – 208 W. 32nd St. Aldridge Place Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Construct an addition to a contributing building. Applicant: Andrew Logan C14H-1982-0001-f – 916 Congress Ave. Larmour Block (F) Council District 9 Proposal: Construct an event space behind the existing façade. Applicant: Patrick Georgiou 8. 9. 10. 11. C14H-1978-0024 – 1501 E. 12th St. Southgate-Lewis House Council District 1 Proposal: Implement Phase II capital improvements including foundation repairs, HVAC replacement and provide ADA access, ADA ramps, and sidewalks. …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 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. X KEVIN KOCH X JAIME ALVAREZ X HARMONY GROGAN CURRENT COMMISSIONERS DRAFT MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: 4:00PM 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 April 8, 2026. MOTION: Approve the April 8, 2026 meeting minutes. Motion by Commissioner Grogan. Commissioner Koch seconded the motion. Vote 2-0. Commissioner Alvarez off the dais. The motion passed. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. C14H-1980-0009 – 3414 Lyons Rd. James Smith Place Council District 3 Proposal: Repair and stabilize the exterior. Applicant: Tracy Geyer The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 4412 Avenue B Hyde Park Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Rehabilitate the Ramsey House with a new roof and other structural improvements. Applicant: Tere O'Connell The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. PR-2026-032504; HR-2026-036164 – 304 W. 42nd St. Hyde Park Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building and construct a new residence. Applicant: Jennifer Alonzi The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. HR-2026-021800 – 1107 W. 9th St. Castle Hill Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Remodel a contributing house. Applicant: Nathan Griffith The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. 705 West Lynn St. West Line National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: New construction. Applicant: Mike McHone; Dan Illescas MOTION: Take item #6 out of order, and hear it after item #1 on a motion by Commissioner Grogan. Second by Commissioner Koch. Vote 2-0. Commissioner Alvarez off the dais. The motion passed. The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. PR-2026-040403 – 1808 E. Cesar Chavez St. Council District 3 Proposal: Demolish a ca. 1930 building. Applicant: Karen Rodewald The applicant did not attend. ADJOURNMENT: 5:30PM 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 …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026, AT 4:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, CONFERENCE ROOM 1401 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Historic Landmark Commission may be participating by videoconference. X KEVIN KOCH AB JAIME ALVAREZ X HARMONY GROGAN CURRENT COMMISSIONERS APPROVED MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: 4:00PM 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 May 13, 2026. MOTION: Approve the May 13, 2026 meeting minutes. Motion by Commissioner Koch. Commissioner Grogan seconded the motion. Vote 2-0. The motion passed. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. PR-2026-008188 – 1005 E. 8th St. Robertson/Stuart & Mair Local Historic District Council District 1 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building. Applicant: Robbie MacGregor The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. C14H-2020-0087 – 3908 Avenue B Baker School Council District 9 Proposal: Place three 40ft shipping containers on the property with no alterations to the landmarked building. Applicant: Brittany Garcia The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. 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 The applicant did not attend. PR-2026-032504; HR-2026-036164 – 304 W. 42nd St. Hyde Park Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building and construct a new residence. Applicant: Jennifer Alonzi The applicant did not attend. HR-2026-057184 – 208 W. 32nd St. Aldridge Place Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Construct an addition to a contributing building. Applicant: Andrew Logan The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. C14H-1982-0001-f – 916 Congress Ave. Larmour Block (F) Council District 9 Proposal: Construct an event space behind the existing façade. Applicant: Patrick Georgiou The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. C14H-1978-0024 – 1501 E. 12th St. Southgate-Lewis House Council District 1 9. 10. 11. Proposal: Implement Phase II capital improvements including foundation repairs, HVAC replacement and provide ADA access, ADA ramps, and sidewalks. …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026, AT 9:00 A.M. CITY HALL, BOARD AND COMMISSION ROOM #1101 301 WEST SECOND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Early Childhood Council may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Caitlin Oliver, 512-972-6205, Caitlin.Oliver@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Choquette Hamilton, Chair Delphi Alvizo Yvette Cárdenas Cynthia McCollum Craig McNary Alice Navarro Eliza Sears AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Brooke Freeland, Vice Chair Christy Beauchemin Chloe Latham-Sikes Andrea McIllwain Brianna Menard Hilda Rivas 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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Early Childhood Council Regular Meeting on May 13, 2026. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. 3. Discussion of the legacy of Cathy McHorse and ways the Early Childhood Council can carry her work forward. Discussion and possible action to approve the Early Childhood Council’s 2027 goals to be included in the Council’s annual review. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. 5. 6. 7. Presentation by Austin Independent School District (AISD) regarding AISD Head Start enrollment and locations. Presentation by Yvette Cárdenas, AISD Executive Director of Academic Programs; Amanda Bolding, AISD Head Start Administrator; and Elizabeth Scogland, AISD Early Learning Administrative Supervisor. Raising Travis County implementation updates from Hilda Rivas, Travis County Health & Human Services Research & Planning Division Senior Planner. Updates from the May Joint Inclusion Committee (JIC) meeting. Discussion of the time and location of the next regular meeting on Saturday, August 8, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 8. Austin Public Health update about the National League of Cities Prenatal-to-Three Impact Lab and updates from related local early childhood groups such as Austin Chapter of the Texas Association for the Education of Young Children, Success By 6 Coalition, Child Care Regulation, and Workforce Solutions Capital Area. Briefing by Caitlin Oliver, Austin Public Health. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable …
2027 Early Childhood Council Goals In the new calendar year, the ECC will: 1. Continue to support the development and implementation of the Early Childhood Quality of Life Study and use results to inform future recommendations that align with the mission of the ECC. 2. Continue to monitor the City of Austin development and implementation of the Infrastructure Academy to ensure that there are sufficient investments, resources, and capacity in the local childcare system to meet the anticipated increased demand. (The Infrastructure Academy is estimated to need to train and upskill an additional 4,000 workers each year.) 3. Continue collaboration and coordination with City of Austin Economic Development’s role in oversight of childcare investments to maximize the benefits of this partnership. 4. Continue to elevate and prioritize the voices of those with lived experience in informing the priorities and recommendations of the Early Childhood Council. 5. Increase the impact of Early Childhood Council actions by continuing to improve communications between ECC members, Joint Inclusion Committee, and City Council and Mayor’s offices. 6. Make budget recommendations regarding the Austin Public Health and Austin Economic Development budgets, informed by community for investments in early childhood in the City budget. 7. Monitor changes in federal funding related to investments in early childhood.
Austin ISD Head Start Enrollment Update Presentation Overview Head Start Enrollment Overview 2024–2025 Head Start Enrollment Data 2025–2026 Head Start Enrollment Data Operational Context Locations & Changes for School Consolidation Student Demographic Considerations Questions and Discussion 2024–2025 Austin ISD Head Start Enrollment 204 Funded Enrollment 202 Average Monthly Enrollment 239 Cumulative Enrollment Enrollment remained near funded capacity throughout the school year with strong attendance outcomes. 2025–2026 Austin ISD Head Start Enrollment Funded Enrollment: 204 Current Operational Enrollment: 136 Avg. Monthly enrollment: 134 Cumulative Enrollment: 152 A Change of Scope application has been submitted and remains pending federal approval. Austin ISD Head Start Locations 24-25 School Year 25-26 School Year Guerrero-Thompson ES Houston ES Jordan ES Langford ES Oak Springs ES Rodriguez ES Sanchez ES Uphaus ECC * 8 locations Guerrero-Thompson ES Houston ES Jordan ES Langford ES Oak Springs ES Rodriguez ES Sanchez ES Uphaus ECC * 7 locations Austin ISD Head Start Location Change for 2026-2027 SY Oak Springs Blackshear • Oak Springs is undergoing modernization and students will be reassigned and join Blackshear during construction • Head Start services will relocate to Blackshear Elementary • Campuses are located approximately 1.5 miles apart. • Families will continue to have access to services within the same community. • Minimal transportation impact is anticipated. Student Demographic Considerations • Continued services for children and families with the highest levels of need • Support for dual language learners • Services for children experiencing homelessness and foster care involvement • Support for children with disabilities • Focus on continuity of services during district transitions Questions and Discussion Questions and Discussion Thank you! Austin ISD Pre-K 3 & Pre-K 4 Enrollment Update 26-27 SY Austin ISD Pre-K Enrollment Update as of June 4, 2026 PreK-3 (enrolled) PreK-4 (enrolled) Total (enrolled) 367 25 397 1168 578 1746 1535 603 2138 Eligible Tuition Total Seats remaining = 3094 Fall 2025 Demographics of Closing Elementary Campuses Campus Barrington Becker Dawson Reilly Ridgetop Sunset Valley Widén Winn Montessori % of Economic Disadvantage % of Emergent Bilingual % of Pre- Kindergarten 97.07% 18.37% 78.57% 37.62% 16.27% 29.96% 91.76% 58.92% 74.27% 23.11% 31.82% 35.11% 13.07% 30.41% 52.94% 43.51% 14.33% 15.53% 5.84% 10.66% 10.13% 15.09% 13.82% 20.81% draft
EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, June 10, 2026 EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026 The Early Childhood Council convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at 301 West Second Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Hamilton called the Early Childhood Council Meeting to order at 9:07 a.m. Board Members in Attendance: Chair Hamilton and Members Alvizo, Cárdenas, McNary, Navarro, Sears, and Rivas Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Members Beauchemin and Latham-Sikes PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Early Child Council Regular Meeting on May 13, 2026. The minutes from the Early Childhood Council regular meeting on May 13, 2026, were approved on Member McNary’s motion, Member Alvizo’s second, on an 8-0 vote. Member Beauchemin was absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. 3. Discussion of the legacy of Cathy McHorse and ways the Early Childhood Council can carry her work forward. Members shared memories of Cathy McHorse, former Chair of the Early Childhood Council. Members Alvizo, Navarro, Sears, and Rivas volunteered to draft a City proclamation in honor of McHorse and to bring a draft proclamation for Early Childhood Council approval to the August 8 regular meeting. Discussion and possible action to approve the Early Childhood Council’s 2027 goals to be included in the Council’s annual review. The motion to approve the 2027 Early Childhood Council goals was approved on Member McNary’s motion, Member Navarro’s second on a unanimous 9-0 vote. 1 EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, June 10, 2026 The following amendment was made by Member Sears and seconded by Member Alvizo. The amendment was to amend goal number 5 to read: “Increase the impact of Early Childhood Council actions by continuing to improve communications between ECC members, Joint Inclusion Committee, Austin ISD, Raising Travis County, and City Council and Mayor’s offices.” The amendment was approved on a unanimous 9-0 vote. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. 5. 6. 7. Presentation by Austin Independent School District (AISD) regarding AISD Head Start enrollment and locations. Presentation by Yvette Cárdenas, AISD Executive Director of Academic Programs; Amanda Bolding, AISD Head Start Administrator; and Elizabeth Scogland, AISD Early Learning Administrative Supervisor. Amanda Bolding, AISD Head Start Administrative Supervisor, presented AISD Head Start enrollment information and location changes. Elizabeth Scogland and Yvette Cárdenas presented information on Pre-K enrollment numbers for the 2026-27 school year. Raising Travis County implementation updates from Hilda …
