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EXHIBIT A-1 – USES RESIDENTIAL USES Bed & Breakfast (Group 1 & 2) Single-Family Attached Residential Condominium Duplex Residential Retirement Housing (Large and Small Sites) Single-Family Residential Three-Unit Residential Townhouse Residential Residential Group Residential Multifamily Residential Small Lot Single- Family Residential Two-Unit Residential COMMERCIAL USES Administrative and Business Offices Art Gallery Art Workshop Automotive Rentals Business or Trade School Indoor Sports and Recreation Laundry Services Life Sciences Liquor Sales Medical Offices Business Support Services Communications Services Consumer Repair Services Cocktail Lounge Marina Consumer Convenience Services Exterminating Services Off-Site Accessory Parking Outdoor Entertainment Outdoor Sports and Recreation Pawn Shop Services Financial Services Food Preparation Performance Venue Personal Improvement Services Food Sales Funeral Services Personal Services Pet Services General Retail Sales (Convenience) General Retail Sales (General) Hotel-Motel Research Testing Services Indoor Entertainment Restaurant (General and Limited) Printing and Publishing Professional Office Research Assembly Services Research Services Software Development Theater 14 Muny Interlocal Agreement Amendments Briefing1 of 4 EXHIBIT A-1 – USES INDUSTRIAL USES Custom Manufacturing Light Manufacturing Community Garden Urban Farm AGRICULTURAL USES CIVIC USES Administrative Services Adult Care Services (General and Limited) Guidance Services Hospital Services (General and Limited) Child Care Services (General) Child Care Services (Limited) College and University Facilities Communication Service Facilities Community Recreation (Private) Community Recreation (Public) Congregate Living Convalescent Services Local Utility Services Major Public or Utility Facilities Park and Recreation Services (General and Special) Private Primary Educational Facilities Public Primary Educational Facilities Postal Facilities Private Secondary Educational Facilities Public Secondary Educational Facilities Counseling Services Cultural Services Religious Assembly Residential Treatment 14 Muny Interlocal Agreement Amendments Briefing2 of 4 EXHIBIT A-2 RESIDENTIAL Bed & Breakfast Duplex Residential Multifamily Residential Townhouse Residential (Group 1) Bed & Breakfast Single-Family (Group 2) Attached Residential Condominium Group Residential Residential Conservation Mobile Home Single Family Residential Residential Retirement Housing (Large and Small Site) Three-Unit Residential Single-Family Residential Two-Unit Residential Small Lot Single-Family Residential COMMERICAL Administrative and Financial Services Pedicab Storage and Printing and Publishing Business Offices Dispatch Art Gallery Food Sales Personal Improvement Services Professional Office Art Workshop General Retail Sales Personal Services Restaurant (Convenience and General) (General and Limited) Service Station Consumer Convenience Services Medical Offices Pet Services Software Development Consumer Repair Services Off-Site Accessory Parking Plant Nursery Theater 14 Muny Interlocal Agreement Amendments Briefing3 of 4 AGRICULTURAL Community Garden Urban Farm EXHIBIT A-2 CIVIC USES Administrative College and Guidance Services Public Secondary Educational Services University Facilities Facilities Adult Care Services …
Proposed Amendments to the BDA with the University of Texas Page 1 of 5 Non-Regulatory Elements - Convey Muny to the City; - Replace existing affordable student housing on University property (not necessarily in the BDA area); - Vacate rights-of-way listed in Exhibit B if (a) reasonably feasible and public safety can be maintained; and (b) UT covers expenses to relocate utilities. Compensation for these ROWs is captured within this transaction. - Amend the University’s lease at Mueller to adjust timelines and add (1) residential uses; (2) childcare; (3) other uses that support University’s students, staff, or faculty; and (4) some non-University uses if that can be achieved without giving a gift of public funds as part of the larger transaction; and For non-University projects in BDA: (a) Establish a tax increment reinvestment zone (TIRZ) that complies with the City’s TIRZ policy on affordable housing but not - requiring the affordable housing within the TIRZ area; (b) Create a local government corporation (LGC); and (c) Adopt a regulating plan that mirrors the BDA (as amended). 14 Muny Interlocal Agreement Amendments Briefing1 of 5 Proposed Amendments to the BDA with the University of Texas Page 2 of 5 Regulatory Elements As Applied to Non-UT Projects Summary of Primary Development Standards Entire area = 190.26 acres FAR for the entire area is .6:1 • But because of setbacks from the river, a tributary, and Lake Austin Blvd, the amount of land that can be developed is less than 190.26 acres. • Since the land that can be developed is less than 190.26 acres, the per site development can exceed .6:1 FAR; however, no site can exceed 5:1 FAR unless Council authorizes an increase in FAR for the site using the process to rezone property. • The University understands that the FAR for sites developed later may be less than .6:1 or may be undevelopable because of the FAR limitation as it is applied to the entire area. The University agrees that the City is not responsible for resolving any disputes that may arise due to a lack of remaining FAR. In no instance can a building be taller than 65 feet when measured from LAB. • Max height for buildings constructed contiguous to LAB and north of LAB is 65 feet except that development can utilize Section 25- 2-531 (Height Limit Exception). • Max height for buildings constructed south of LAB but …
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From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Meade, Nikelle Estrada, Nancy; Meredith, Maureen Chall, Lindsey C14-2026-0040 - 1221 S. IH-35 and 1400 Lupine Lane Friday, October 23, 2026 8:26:16 AM External Email - Exercise Caution Good morning, Nancy and Maureen, By this letter I am requesting a further postponement of the above referenced zoning case and related NPA case to the November 10th Commission meeting. We have one final issue to resolve and need just a little more time. I’ve advised the neighborhood representatives that I am requesting the postponement, and they do not object to it. Thank you. Nikelle Meade Partner Husch Blackwell LLP 512.992.6001 Get Outlook for iOS CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov". 04 NPA-2026-0021.03 - 1221 S IH-35 Rezoning; District 91 of 1
From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Meade, Nikelle Estrada, Nancy; Meredith, Maureen Chall, Lindsey C14-2026-0040 - 1221 S. IH-35 and 1400 Lupine Lane Friday, October 23, 2026 8:26:16 AM External Email - Exercise Caution Good morning, Nancy and Maureen, By this letter I am requesting a further postponement of the above referenced zoning case and related NPA case to the November 10th Commission meeting. We have one final issue to resolve and need just a little more time. I’ve advised the neighborhood representatives that I am requesting the postponement, and they do not object to it. Thank you. Nikelle Meade Partner Husch Blackwell LLP 512.992.6001 Get Outlook for iOS CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov". 05 C14-2026-0040 - 1221 S IH-35 Rezoning; District 91 of 1
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-2025-0051 (Woodward Mixed Use Flats) DISTRICT: 3 ADDRESS: 1710, 1712, 1714, 1716, 1718, 1720, 1722, 1724 Woodward Street and 3426 ½ Parker Lane ZONING FROM: MF-3 TO: GR-DBC30 SITE AREA: approximately 12.61 acres (approximately 549,292 square feet) PROPERTY OWNER: Flats on Woodward LLC (Greg Bruggeman) AGENT: Thrower Design, LLC (Victoria Haase) CASE MANAGER: Jonathan Tomko, AICP (512) 974-1057, jonathan.tomko@austintexas.gov STAFF RECOMMEDATION: Staff does not recommend granting community commercial-citywide density bonus 30 (GR-DBC30) combining district zoning and offers an alternative recommendation of community commercial-conditional overlay-citywide density bonus 30 (GR-CO-DBC30) combining district zoning. The conditional overlay ( CO) would prohibit a height over 45 feet if the tract is not developed to the Citywide Density Bonus (DBC) standards. DBC is a voluntary incentive program that provides modifications to site development regulations or other regulatory- related benefits in exchange for community benefits, such as income restricted housing units. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: October 28, 2025: Staff postponement to November 13, 2025 Planning Commission, granted. November 13, 2025: Staff postponement to December 9, 2025 Planning Commission, granted. December 9, 2025: Staff postponement to January 27, 2026 Planning Commission, granted. January 27, 2026: Staff postponement to March 10, 2026 Planning Commission, granted. March 10, 2026: Applicant postponement to April 14, 2026 Planning Commission, granted. April 14, 2026: Staff postponement to June 9, 2026 Planning Commission, granted. June 9, 2026: Staff postponement to July 28, 2026 Planning Commission, granted. July 28, 2026: Applicant postponement to August 25, 2026 Planning Commission, granted. August 25, 2026: Staff postponement to September 8, 2026 Planning Commission, granted. September 8, 2026: Staff postponement to September 22, 2026 Planning Commission, granted. September 22, 2026: Neighborhood postponement to October 27, 2026 Planning Commission, granted. October 27, 2026: Case is scheduled to be heard by Planning Commission. CITY COUNCIL ACTION: TBD ORDINANCE NUMBER: TBD 08 C14-2025-0051 - Woodward Mixed Use Flats; District 31 of 26 ISSUES: The site currently has approximately 241 multifamily units constructed in approximately 1968. The site is developed at a density of approximately 19 units per acre which is substantially less dense than other multifamily properties that are redeveloping in central Austin. Lower density development patterns support auto centricity and can be detrimental to transit ridership where such public assets exist. The applicant revised their request on July 31, 2026, from GR-DB90 to GR-DBC30. The revised request has redevelopment requirements which include Chapter 4-18 …
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISPANIC LATINO QUALITY OF LIFE RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2026, 6:00 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 1101 301 W 2nd STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Hispanic Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory 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 Nekaybaw Watson at nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2562. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Lyssette Galvan, Chair, D6 Amanda Afifi, D2 Andrea Flores, D1 Yesenia Ramos, D7 Dulce Castañeda, Vice Chair, D10 Elizabeth Morales, D5 Jesús Perales, D8 Melissa Ruiz, D3 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Hispanic Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission special called meeting on September 29, 2026. STAFF BRIEFING 2. Staff briefing regarding Human Rights Impact Review and Report. Presented by Dr. Lindsey Wilson, Director, Austin Equity and Inclusion and Shafina Khaki, Human Rights Officer, Austin Equity and Inclusion. 3. Staff briefing regarding immigration related resources. Presented by Houmma Garba, Immigrant Affairs Manager and DACA Liaison Officer, Austin Equity and Inclusion and Shafina Khaki, Human Rights Officer, Austin Equity and Inclusion. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Presentation from Proyecto Teatro regarding the Community Navigator Contract. Presentation by Raquel Rivera, Hector Ordaz, and Luis Ordaz. 5. Discussion regarding the recommendation to support the family and community affected by the September 20, 2026 ICE- involved shooting in Austin. 6. Discussion regarding the 2027 budget recommendations meeting. 7. Discussion regarding the 2027 goals and objectives of the commission. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 8. Approve the 2027 Annual Meeting Schedule for the Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission. 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 …
Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission September 29, 2026 HISPANIC/LATINO QUALITY OF LIFE RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION SPECIAL CALLED MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2026 The Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission convened in a special called meeting on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at Austin Permitting and Development Center, room 1401. Chair Galvan called the Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 5:02 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Lysette Galvan, Chair, D6 Elizabeth Morales, D5 Yesenia Ramos, D7 Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Dulce Castañeda, Vice Chair, D10 Andrea Flores, D1 Jesús Perales, D8 Melissa Ruiz, D3 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION : GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Hispanic Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission regular meeting on September 22, 2026. The minutes of the September 22, 2026 regular meeting of the Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission were approved during the September 29, 2026 special called meeting of the Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission on Commissioner Perales’ motion, Vice Chair Castañeda’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioner Afifi was absent. 1 Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission September 29, 2026 DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Approve a Recommendation to Council to Support the Family and Community Affected by the September 20, 2026 Shooting. The motion to approve a recommendation to council to support the family and community affected by the September 20, 2026 shooting as amended was approved on Commissioner Morales’ motion, Commissioner Ramos’ second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioner Afifi was absent. The motion to approve the amendment to insert “recommending that ICE cease operations in Austin and the need for accountability and transparency.”, was approved on Commissioner Flores’ motion, Commissioner Perales’ second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioner Afifi was absent. The motion to approve the amendment to insert “Increase transparency to the Austin community regarding ICE involved shootings and activity in the City of Austin, including potential threats to community safety.”, was approved on Commissioner Morales’ motion, Chair Galvan’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioner Afifi was absent. The motion to approve the amendment to insert “Increase outreach and training for Know Your Rights workshops across Austin communities.”, was approved on Commissioner Ramos’ motion, Chair Galvan’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioner Afifi was absent. The motion to approve the amendment to insert “The City Council and City Manager’s office should mandate regular public reporting on …
Immigrant Affairs: Current Work and Direction and Houmma Garba, MA, MPA, Immigrant Affairs Manager, DACA Liaison Officer Austin Equity and Inclusion Presented by Shafina Khaki, Human Rights Officer Resolutions and Reports Supporting Immigrant Affairs Work 2015: EDD COIA Welcoming City Initiative Final Report 2017: Resolution No. 20170518-045 (Fight anti-immigrant policies) 2019: Serving Austin’s Immigrant Communities 2025: Certified Welcoming Austin Report (Welcoming America Certification) 2014: Resolution No. 20140626-049 (Welcoming City) 2016: 1 2 3 Resolution No. 20161013-09 (Condemning all hate speech) Resolution Nos. 20161215-066 (Funding for Immigrant Legal services) Resolution No. 20161103-052 (Language Access) 2018: Resolution No. 20180628-124 (Immigrant affairs report + Citizenship clinics) 2021: Advancing Immigrant Incorporation final report 2 Welcoming Certification Standards 1. Civic Engagement Voter inclusion; outreach by and for eligible immigrants; service navigation; boards and commissions; language access for meetings and hearings. 2. Connected Communities Public welcoming commitment; celebration of immigrant cultures; relationship-building; digital access; removal of barriers. 3. Economic Development 4. Education Job seeker support; immigrant entrepreneurs; workforce training; employer engagement; procurement and contracting pathways. School navigation; adult English classes; family engagement; higher education pathways; career technical education. 5. Equitable Access 6. Services information; effective outreach; multilingual information; immigrant workers’ rights; legal services; maternal and child health; rental and homeownership barriers. Government & Community Leadership Dedicated staff position; local commissions; inclusion strategy; task forces; language inclusion; training; needs assessments; collective impact. 7 . Safe Communities Trust-building with immigrant communities; no profiling based on immigrant status; Know Your Rights education; regular communication with residents. 3 Welcoming America Findings (2- Star Certification) Strength: Strong Foundation Austin has demonstrated a commitment to Opportunity: Fragmented Approach Relationships, networks, and equity and immigrant inclusion across programming exist, but the approach is departments not yet coordinated citywide. Opportunity: Government & Community Leadership Monitoring criteria show the need for reliable convening, bidirectional Opportunity: Future Growth Several framework areas have programming that can support a stronger certification pathway if documented and communication, and diverse representation. aligned. 4 Vision Immigrant communities are informed, included, feel safe, and are able to thrive in Austin. 5 Pillars 6 Framework Definitions 1. Access to City Services Assist immigrant communities in accessing city services by providing multilingual resources, supporting language access, and improving navigation of City programs. 2. Community Trust and Relationship Cultivate lasting partnerships with community groups and leaders by expanding engagement with new organizations, maintaining existing partnerships, supporting advisory spaces, and collaborating with trusted messengers. 3. Coordination …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD OCTOBER 26, 2026 – 6:00 PM CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, ROOM 1001 301 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Parks and Recreation Board 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, click here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/WFF8ic6H7M or call or email Tim Dombeck, (512) 974-6716, Tim.Dombeck@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Stephanie Bazan (D-5), Chair Lane Becker (Mayor), Vice Chair Shelby Orme (D-1) Pedro Villalobos (D-2) Nicole Merritt (D-3) Maritza Kelley (D-4) Luai Abou-Emara (D-6) Diane Kearns-Osterweil (D-7) AGENDA Kim Taylor (D-8) Jennifer Franklin (D-9) Ted Eubanks (D-10) 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 Parks and Recreation Board regular meeting of September 28, 2026. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. 3. Presentation, discussion and approve letters of support for Austin Parks and Recreation’s Community Recreation staff who worked to create the MLS GO youth soccer program. (Sponsors: Bazan, Becker) Presenter(s): David Crabb, Community Recreation Division Manager, Austin Parks and Recreation. Presentation, discussion, and approve a recommendation for City Council to authorize negotiation and execution of an interlocal cooperation agreement with the Austin Independent School District to support the Literacy First Program and Tutoring Intervention Program for a 12-month term though September 30, 2027, in an amount not to exceed $100,000, with four 12-month renewal options in amounts not to exceed $100,000 per Page 1 of 2 renewal option, for a total agreement amount not to exceed $500,000. (Sponsors: Bazan, Becker) Presenter(s): David Crabb, Community Recreation Division Manager, Austin Parks and Recreation. Presentation, discussion and approve a recommendation for City Council to authorize a change in use of dedicated parkland, known as Waller Beach at Town Lake Metro Park (East Avenue,) to permanently use approximately 7,475 sq. ft. and temporarily use approximately 3,590 sq. ft. of parkland in order to construct Austin …
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING MINUTES SEPTEMBER 28, 2026 PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD REGULAR MEETING MINUTES SEPTEMBER 28, 2026 The PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD convened in a REGULAR meeting on SEPTEMBER 28, 2026 at 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Bazan called the PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD Meeting to order at 6:04 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Stephanie Bazan, Luai Abou-Emara, Ted Eubanks, Diane Kearns- Osterweil, Nicole Merritt, Maritza Kelley. Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Lane Becker, Jennifer Franklin, Shelby Orme, Pedro Villalobos. Board Members Absent: Kim Taylor. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Abby Ruiz - Givens Recreation Center Commercial Kitchen Ursula Carter - Givens Recreation Center Commercial Kitchen Charlisa McCool - Givens Recreation Center Commercial Kitchen and grease trap Julie Fisher - The Trail Conservancy Barry Rivera - Austin Parks Foundation Seth Johnson - Skaters for Austin Skateparks Cary Jackson - Skaters for Austin Skateparks Patricia Bobeck - Fishing gear, ACL and Barton Springs Bob Bowdon - Red Bud Isle security request Reese Herd II - Givens Recreation Center Commercial Kitchen and grease trap APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Parks and Recreation Board regular meeting of August 24, 2026. The motion to approve the minutes of the Parks and Recreation Board regular meeting of August 24, 2026 was approved on Board Member Orme’s motion, Board Member Kearns- Osterweil’s second on a 10-0 vote. Board Member Taylor absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Presentation, discussion and approve letters of support for Austin Parks and Recreation’s Capital Improvement and Land Acquisition staff, who dedicated years to the research, analysis and development of the Council approved 2026 Park Bond Program. Page 1 of 3 PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING MINUTES SEPTEMBER 28, 2026 Liana Kallivoka, Assistant Director and Alyssa Tharrett, Project Management Supervisor, Austin Parks and Recreation gave a presentation. The motion to approve letters of support for Austin Parks and Recreation’s Capital Improvement and Land Acquisition staff, who dedicated years to the research, analysis and development of the Council approved 2026 Park Bond Program was approved on Board Member Eubanks’ motion, Board Member Merritt’s second on a 10-0 vote. Board Member Taylor absent. 3. Presentation, discussion and approve a recommendation for City Council to authorize a change in use of dedicated parkland, known as Hancock Golf Course, to temporarily use approximately 9,482 square feet of parkland in order to construct Austin Water infrastructure and associated improvements. Total …
Interlocal Cooperation Agreement: Literacy First Program Between the City of Austin and Austin Independent School District Austin Parks and Recreation Department Purpose of the Agreement The City of Austin supports Literacy First, a reading and writing tutoring program for students in grades K-2. Through an interlocal agreement with Austin Independent School District (AISD): The City provides $100,000 to support the program. AISD must fairly compensate the performing party for services provided under the agreement.* *Local Government Code, Chapter 791 2 Who Does Literacy First Serve? Serves Four AISD Title I Schools Allison Elementary School Ortega Elementary School Sanchez Elementary School Zavala Elementary School PR funding supported 151 AISD students in 2025–26 3 Agreement Term and History In effect since fiscal year 2006-2007 Initial term: October 1, 2026- September 30, 2027 4 AISD Services AISD shall make Literacy First available to at least 200 students attending Title I elementary schools. AISD shall waive rental fees for the City’s Creativity Club After-School Program at Oak Hill Elementary School for the duration of the Agreement. AISD shall waive rental fees and ancillary costs for City public-purpose use of identified AISD facilities. AISD shall make high school baseball fields available for public recreation during offseasons and after regular school hours through a transparent, publicly accessible reservation system. 5 AISD Services, cont’d AISD shall provide transportation for students participating in PARD after-school programs: AISD shall assist with marketing PARD programs and employment opportunities and provide current AISD staff contacts who will assist. 6 AISD Deliverables AISD shall provide the City pre- and post-program reports assessing program success, identifying issues, and recommending changes for the next mentoring year. AISD shall submit the final report to APR’s Contract Manager within 60 days after the program closes. 7 City of Austin Deliverables The City will reimburse AISD up to $100,000 per school year for Literacy First services and deliverables. Payment shall be made within 30 calendar days after program completion and receipt of: A complete and valid invoice from AISD with the program report APR Contract Manager confirmation that AISD achieved the program’s goals and objectives 8 Board Recommendation The Parks and Recreation Board recommends that City Council authorize the negotiation and execution of an interlocal cooperation agreement with AISD to support the …
CHAPTER 26 APPLICATION IH-35 CAPITAL EXPRESS CENTRAL IMPROVEMENTS REQUESTED PARKLAND DECLARATIONS OF USE Waller Beach at Town Lake Metro Park (East Avenue) Austin Parks & Recreation Board | October 2026 Mark Stanko, Project Manager, WSP Kevin Koeller, P.E. A D N E G A 1. Project Summary 2. Project Objectives 3. Stakeholder Engagement • Bi-weekly meetings • On-site meeting • Public Involvement (PI) interagency meeting • Community engagement • Verify environmental clearance and process 4. Parkland Declaration of Use Summary 5. Waller Beach at Town Lake Metro Park (East Avenue) 15” Wastewater Line Declaration of Use • • Subterranean 15” Wastewater Line Declaration of Use • Temporary Construction Declaration of Use 6. Summary of Requested Parkland Declaration of Use WSP | CAPEX Chapter 26 Application | October 2026 2 Project summary • The Capital Expressway Austin Water Standalone Utility Project (CAPEX-AWS) requires relocation of over 45,000 linear feet of water and wastewater utilities to mitigate conflicts with the proposed improvements to IH-35 by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). • These relocations are primarily in City of Austin right-of-way (ROW) but some work in private land and parkland is required. WSP | CAPEX Chapter 26 Application | October 2026 Proposed Water and Wastewater lines for the CAPEX AWS project. 3 Project Objectives • Improve safety and mobility in Austin • Provide Austin Water customers with a reliable water and wastewater system that is accessible • Relocate water and wastewater lines impacted by proposed IH-35 CapEx Project WSP | CAPEX Chapter 26 Application | October 2026 4 3. Stakeholder Engagement Meetings held to date: ▪ Bi-weekly meetings since June 2026 between TxDOT, Austin Parks and Recreation (APR), Forestry, Austin Water (AW), and other City departments. ▪ An on-site meeting with APR, AW, and TxDOT for the East Avenue Declaration of Use areas on May 29, 2026. ▪ A coordination meeting with APR and Local Parks Stewardship Coordinator from Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD) to confirm Section 6(f) requirements on May 29, 2026. ▪ A PI interagency meeting on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, with APR, AW and TxDOT. ▪ Public Involvement (PI) interagency meeting on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, with APR, AW, and TxDOT. WSP | CAPEX Chapter 26 Application | October 2026 5 Summary of stakeholder engagement efforts East Avenue stakeholder engagement – June 2026 Onward: • AW and TxDOT has engaged with stakeholders in and around the East Avenue …
Date: Subject: Month Date, Year IH-35 CapEx – East Ave To: From: Date: Subject: MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING Shay Ralls Roalson, P.E., Director, Austin Water Jesús Aguirre, MBA, CPRE, Director, Austin Parks and Recreation Department [Month Day, Year] IH-35 CapEx – East Ave; M.O.U.# 26-002; FDU# 3920 2207 8397 and 4480 2307 5411; Project I.D. 3212.200 The purpose of this memorandum is to outline an understanding between Austin Parks and Recreation (APR) and Austin Water (AW) for the non-recreational use of parkland at Waller Beach at Town Lake Metro Park. Project Details AW is authorized to use the parkland located at Waller Beach at Town Lake Metro Park, 30 East Ave for construction of a wastewater line as indicated on Attachment “1” (Location Map). For the construction of the wastewater line, the parkland is requested for permanent and temporary use in association with the TXDOT IH35 CapEx Downtown Advance Construction (DTAC) AW Standalone Relocations: MLK to Holly Street Project. The requested area is: Permanent Wastewater Use: Permanent Subterranean Wastewater Use: Temporary Staging Use: 5,980 sq. ft. = $892,233 1,495 sq. ft. = $63,731 3,590 sq. ft. = $99,476 AW is in an agreement to provide the following mitigation ($1,055,440) in return for the permanent use and temporary use of the parkland after City Council has approved this request. The project start date is May 2030. The date of final completion is October 2030. The temporary use of parkland is approved for 156 days. 1 of 2 Date: Subject: Month Date, Year IH-35 CapEx – East Ave Requesting Department Responsibilities This MOU and associated Declaration of Use are necessitated by TxDOT’s IH-35 expansion project. The terms established in this MOU between AW and APR have been reviewed and agreed to by TxDOT. All construction work on parkland will be executed by TxDOT’s contractors, and construction documents will include language agreed to by TxDOT and the City of Austin (COA). The COA will make every effort to coordinate and enforce the terms of this MOU with TxDOT and their designated contractors. APR will continue to coordinate directly with TxDOT regarding these activities, recognizing that successful implementation is achieved through collaboration among all parties involved. It is the responsibility of the AW Project Manager and/or the Capital Delivery Services (CDS) Project Manager to notify APR of the Notice to Proceed 60 days prior to start of construction on-site. Extension/modification of parkland use must receive …
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ATTACHMENT 2 Plan Sheets ≻ ≻ ≻ ≻ I.H. 3 5 ≻ ≻ ≻ 0 VERTICAL SCALE IN FEET 40 80 HORIZONTAL SCALE IN FEET LEGEND PROPOSED WASTEWATER EASEMENT (COA) Driskill St y St ain R e PROPOSED TEMP CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT (COA) River St PROPOSED WATER/WASTEWATER EASEMENT (COA) PROPOSED WASTEWATER SUBTERRANEAN EASEMENT (COA) EXISTING WASTEWATER EASEMENT (COA) PARKS DEPARTMENT PROPERTY EXISTING ROW PROPOSED ROW EXISTING EASEMENT E 11th St e r St d Riv e R e St bin a S 5 I.H. 3 t S s o c r a M n a S E 7th St E 6th St E 9th St t S r e l l a W t S a i d y L s St e h c e N E 9th St E 8th St E 7th St E 6th St E 5th St E 4th St rinity St E Cesar Chavez St T E 3rd St E 5th St E 4th St E 3rd St a y c St Atta E Cesar Chavez St Willow St Spence St Cantebury St Garden St ota St s a v a N aller St W E 2nd St East Ave I . H . 3 5 Red River St Holly St Haskell St al St m o C COLORADO RIVER LOCATION MAP NOT-TO-SCALE REV DATE BY DESCRIPTION WC 56 EAST AVENUE LLC TCAD PROPERTY ID: 190874 BEGIN PROP 72" WWL-404 ≻ WW ≻ ◯◯ ≻ PROP 72" FRPM WWL-403 LAMBIE ST ≻ ≻ ≻ ≻ ≻ ≻ ≻ ≻ ≻ PROP 72" FRPM WWL-404 ◯◯ ◯◯ ////////// / / ◯◯ / / / // / / / / / / / / // ◯◯ ◯◯ ////////////// / ◯◯ / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / BRAY WILLIAM TERRY TRUSTEE TCAD PROPERTY ID: 188029 ◯◯ ◯◯ ◯◯ ◯◯ ◯◯ ◯◯ ≻ ◯◯ ◯◯ ≻ ≻ EXISTING DRAINAGE AND PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT DOCUMENT NO. 61/22 ≻ ≻ ≻ ≻ EXISTING DRAINAGE AND PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT DOCUMENT NO. 82/79 PROP 72" FRPM WWL-403 ≻ ≻ ≻ ≻ WILLIAMS ALLAN L & ANDREW J FO TCAD PROPERTY ID: 188028 ///////// / / / / / / TURNER BENJAMIN B JR TRUSTEE TCAD PROPERTY ID: 188027 / / / //////// / / / / / / / TOWN LAKE CONDOMINIUMS INC TCAD PROPERTY ID: 188213 SEE NOTE 1 / …
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ATTACHMENT "A" - M.O.U. MITIGATION FEES CALCULATION WORKSHEET - SUMMARY Mitigation Worksheet Summary Project: Park: Requesting Department: MOU #: IH-35 CapEx - East Ave - Waller Beach Waller Beach at Town Lake Metro Park Austin Water 26-002 Use Type Permanent Use Temporary Use TOTAL Credit for Park Improvements TOTAL Calculated Fee $955,964 $99,476 $1,055,440 $0 $1,055,440 Mitigation Worksheet for Permanent Use Project: Park: Requesting Department: MOU #: IH-35 CapEx - East Ave - Waller Beach Waller Beach at Town Lake Metro Park Austin Water 26-002 Geographic Area Code DT Identified by requested area site geography Average Value per Square Foot. ($): $426.29 Calculated by Geographic Area average Wastewater Permanent Use (sq. ft.): 5,980 Submitted by Requesting Department/Entity Preliminary Mitigation Value ($): $2,549,235 Requested Area multiplied by the Value per Square Foot Disturbance Value (%): 35.00% Based on limitations on future development for that portion of parkland (see table below) Park Use Factor (%): 0.00% Based on the recreational or park value of the proposed use. Final Mitigation Value ($): $ 892,233 Preliminary Mitigation Value multiplied by the Disturbance Value Percentage of Fee 10% 25% 35% 50% 65% 75% 90% 100% Comments Nominal effect on use and utility Subsurface or air rights that have minimal effect on use and utility Location along a property line or non usable land area Balanced use by both owner and easement holder Some impact on surface use and conveyance of ingress/egress rights Major impact on surface use and conveyance of future uses Severe impact on surface use and conveyance of future uses Permanently dedicated to installation Disturbance Values Example Uses Small subsurface water or sewer line Larger subsurface water or sewer line with minimal impacts on future development Water or sewer line, cable lines or other subsurface use with limited impacts on developable area Water or sewer line, cable lines with exceptions in the DOU allowing parklike amenities Pipelines or other limited surface impacts with maintenance requirements and limited development potential Pipelines, drainage easements, flowage easements that restrict future use Overhead electric, drainage easements, or other use with restrictions on future use ROW or other use with surface impact on parkland Areas within an existing easement or declaration of use are limited to the remaining eligible percentage. Adapted From: Right of Way Magazine "Easement Valuation" Sherwood, May/June 2006. Provided by City of Austin Office of Real Estate Mitigation Worksheet for Permanent Use Project: Park: Requesting …
Pease Park Conservancy Phase Plan Austin Parks and Recreation | October 26, 2 0 2 6 Chris t ine Chut e Ca nul, Com m unit y PARKne rs hips Ma na ge r Nic ole Ne t he rt on, CEO Pe a s e Pa rk Cons e rva nc y History of PPC partnership ▪ 2008 - Communit y init ia t ive Tre e s for Pe a s e be ga n pla nt ing a nd c a ring for t re e s a nd na t ura l a re a s . ▪ 2013 - PPC be c a me a 5 0 1(C)(3 ) non-profit orga niza t ion. ▪ 2014 - The Pe a s e Pa rk Vis ion Pla n wa s a pprove d by Counc il. ▪ 2021 - Kings bury Commons re ope ne d wit h a ne w s pla s h pa d, pla yground, re s t rooms , Tre e hous e , a nd more . The Cit y pa rt ne re d wit h PPC on t his re de ve lopme nt , ma de pos s ible wit h $ 10 million in priva t e dolla rs . ▪ 2023 – The Cit y of Aus t in e nt e re d int o a Pa rk Ope ra t ions a nd Ma int e na nc e Agre e me nt (POMA) wit h PPC. 2 2023 Park Operations and Maintenance Agreement (POMA) The Pa rk Ope ra t ions a nd Ma int e na nc e Agre e me nt (POMA) t ha t wa s e xe c ut e d in J a nua ry of 2 0 2 3 forma lize d s ha re d re s pons ibilit ie s for t he ope ra t ions , ma int e na nc e , a nd progra mming of Pe a s e Dis t ric t Pa rk be t we e n Pe a s e Pa rk Cons e rva nc y a nd t he Cit y of Aus t in ▪ POMA a re a a pproxima t e ly 75 a c re s of pa rkla nd ▪ Na t ive pla nt ings a …
The Operations and Maintenance Phase Plan for Pease District Park Austin, Texas Prepared by Pease Park Conservancy 1609 Shoal Creek Blvd. Suite 305 Austin, TX 78701 FINAL VERSION 09.10.2026 ACKNOWLEDGMENTS The City of Austin is the owner of Pease District Park, bounded roughly by Lamar Boulevard, Kingsbury Street, Windsor Road, Parkway, and West 31st Street. Pease Park Conservancy (PPC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose mission is to celebrate the diverse ecology and history that make Austin’s first public park valuable and unique. We work to restore, enhance, and maintain the 84 acres of Pease Park for the sustainable use and enjoyment of all. Kingsbury Commons is the southernmost activity hub in Pease Park, consisting of approximately seven acres that were renovated in the first Park Improvement Area project, “Phase I,” completed in partnership with PPC and the City of Austin as a step in the implementation of the Pease Park Vision Plan. The Vision Plan was unanimously approved by Austin City Council in 2014. This Phase Plan has been developed as an amendment to our Park Operations and Maintenance Agreement (POMA), signed on January 12, 2023, and as an addition to the Pease Park Vision Plan. In accordance with Section 5c of the POMA, this document presents PPC’s proposal to assume additional operations and maintenance responsibilities for the park. If the City approves the Phase Plan in accordance with Section 5c, PPC shall have rights currently limited to Kingsbury expand to the entire park (see Section 6c, i-v). FINAL The public benefits of the partnership between PPC and the City of Austin are manifold. The Conservancy relieves some of the APR expense and workload for operations and maintenance of Pease Park. Pease Park visitors enjoy a higher level of service and award-winning park improvements and amenities, undertaken with community input. PPC also prioritizes ecological restoration and land management priorities in the park, working to increase biodiversity, shade, and opportunities to enjoy nature and wildlife. PPC leverages private dollars to improve and maintain Pease Park, which benefits taxpayers and improves our public lands. This document was created in coordination with PPC Staff and Board of Directors, the Austin Parks and Recreation Department (APR), and the Watershed Protection Department (AWP), and is intended to complement our earlier plans and agreements. Pease Park Conservancy Staff Amy Corbett, Director of Finance Allison Johnson, Director of Community Engagement Bret Kiester, Director of Park Operations …
Pease Park Conservancy Phase Plan In 2023, the City of Austin entered into a 25 Agreement (POMA) with Pease Park Conservancy required that PPC create a Phase Plan to take on additional responsibilities Phase Plan needs to be approved by City Council . - year Park Operations and Maintenance (PPC) for Pease District Park. The POMA in future. This Parkland in PPC’s POMA area The area covered in PPC’s POMA is approximately 75 acres of parkland between W 15th St and W 31 st St , as shown in this map from the POMA . PPC’s In the first phase of the POMA, maintenance and programming rights and responsibilities have been limited to Kingsbury Commons, which is approximately 7 acres. However, PPC has done land management, or ecological restoration, in the whole park. History of PPC partnership ▪ 2008 - The City of Austin’s partnership with PPC began with the community initiative Trees for Pease caring for trees and natural areas , planting and . ▪ 2013 - PPC became a 501 (C)(3) non - profit organization. ▪ 2014 - The Pease Park Vision Plan is published. ▪ 2021 - Kingsbury Commons reopened with a new splash pad, playground, and more. The City partnered with PPC on this redevelopment , made possible with $1 0 million in private dollars. Treehouse , ▪ 2023 – The City of Austin entered into a POMA with PPC for the long - term operations, maintenance, and programming of Pease Park. What will the Phase Plan change? • PPC will take on primary responsibility for the following operations and maintenance in the whole park: o Trash, recycling, and pet waste receptacle collection o Graffiti mitigation (except on historic bridges) o Maintenance of certain existing features like picnic tables , volleyball courts , and the split - rail fence at the Kissing Tree in Live Oak Meadow • These rights for PPC will extend from Kingsbury Commons to the whole park: o Coordination of all volunteering, programming, rentals, and concessions o Exclusive use of the park for marketing and fundraising purposes community engagement to get public input on the whole park. propose new improvements for the park in alignment • PPC will extend their • In the coming years, PPC will with the Council - approved Vision Plan. • PPC will increase land management , or ecological restoration , in the park . What will NOT …
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD 2027 MEETING SCHEDULE (4th Monday of each month, except December, at 6:00 p.m.) January 25, 2027 February 22, 2027 March 22, 2027 April 26, 2027 May 24, 2027 June 28, 2027 July 26, 2027 August 23, 2027 September 27, 2027 October 25, 2027 November 22, 2027
REGULAR MEETING OF THE MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2026, AT 9:30 AM AUSTIN HUMAN RESOURCES, LEARNING AND RESEARCH CENTER 5202 E. BEN WHITE BLVD., SUITE 500, AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Municipal Civil Service Commission may be participating by videoconference. EXECUTIVE SESSION (No Public Discussion on These Items) The Commission will announce it will go into closed session pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel, or to discuss matters of litigation and personnel matters as specifically listed on this agenda. If necessary, the Commission will go into closed session, as permitted by law, regarding any item on this agenda. 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 Matthew Chustz, 512-974-2859, Matthew.Chustz@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Kevin Mullen, Chair Ron Bennett John Umphress AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Kavita Gupta, Vice Chair Cortney Carothers The first ten (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 from the Municipal Civil Service Commission regular meeting on September 14, 2026. HEARING 2. 3. 4. Conduct a hearing in open session or closed session, pursuant to 551.074 of the Texas Government Code (personnel exception), on the appeal filed by Gilbert Banda regarding their Denial of Promotion from Austin Transportation and Public Works. Deliberate in open session or closed session, pursuant to 551.074 of the Texas Government Code (personnel exception), on the appeal filed by Gilbert Banda regarding their Denial of Promotion from Austin Transportation and Public Works. Action and approval on the appeal filed by Gilbert Banda regarding their Denial of Promotion from Austin Transportation and Public Works. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. Discussion and action on potential amendments to the bylaws of the Municipal Civil Service Commission. Discussion and action to approve future meeting dates, times, and locations. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2026, AT 9:30 AM AUSTIN HUMAN RESOURCES, LEARNING AND RESEARCH CENTER 5202 E. BEN WHITE BLVD., SUITE 500, AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Municipal Civil Service Commission may be participating by videoconference. EXECUTIVE SESSION (No Public Discussion on These Items) The Commission will announce it will go into closed session pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel, or to discuss matters of litigation and personnel matters as specifically listed on this agenda. If necessary, the Commission will go into closed session, as permitted by law, regarding any item on this agenda. 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 Matthew Chustz, 512-974-2859, Matthew.Chustz@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Kevin Mullen, Chair Ron Bennett John Umphress Kavita Gupta, Vice Chair Cortney Carothers AGENDA REVISED CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten (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 from the Municipal Civil Service Commission regular meeting on September 14, 2026. HEARING 2. 3. 4. Conduct a hearing in open session or closed session, pursuant to 551.074 of the Texas Government Code (personnel exception), on the appeal filed by Gilbert Banda regarding their Denial of Promotion from Austin Transportation and Public Works. Deliberate in open session or closed session, pursuant to 551.074 of the Texas Government Code (personnel exception), on the appeal filed by Gilbert Banda regarding their Denial of Promotion from Austin Transportation and Public Works. Action and approval on the appeal filed by Gilbert Banda regarding their Denial of Promotion from Austin Transportation and Public Works. DISCUSSION ITEMS 5. Discussion of potential amendments to the bylaws of the Municipal Civil Service Commission to conform them to the Austin City Charter and the Municipal Civil Service Rules and any other recommended changes. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Discussion and action to approve future meeting dates, times, and locations. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS …
MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Monday September 14, 2026 MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MINUTES REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2026 The Municipal Civil Service Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, September 14, 2026, at 5202 E. Ben White Blvd., Suite 500, in Austin, Texas. Chair Kevin Mullen called the Municipal Civil Service Commission meeting to order at 9:36 a.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Kevin Mullen, Chair Ron Bennet Cortney Carothers John Umphress PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Municipal Civil Service Commission Regular Meeting on July 13, 2026. The minutes from the Municipal Civil Service Commission regular meeting on July 13, 2026, were approved on Commissioner Umphress’ motion, Commissioner Bennett’s second on a 4-0 vote. STAFF BRIEFING 2. Staff briefing regarding the Employee Relations model for tracking employee complaints. Presentation by Teena Gray-Hale, Employee Relations Manager, Austin Human Resources. Teena Gray-Hale, Employee Relations Manager with Austin Human Resources, provided a briefing regarding the Employee Relations model for tracking employee complaints. DISCUSSION 3. Discussion and review of potential changes to the bylaws of the Municipal Civil Service Commission. Chair Mullen recessed the Municipal Civil Service Commission meeting at 10:17 a.m. to enter Executive Session to receive legal counsel, pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071 (Legal Counsel exception), on potential changes to the bylaws of the Municipal Civil Service Commission. 1 MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Monday September 14, 2026 Chair Mullen reconvened the commission meeting after returning from executive session at 10:53 a.m. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Discussion and action to approve future meeting dates, times, and locations. Discussion was held to approve future meeting dates, times, and locations. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Chair Mullen and Commissioner Umphress, on a 4-0 vote, requested an item on the October 26, 2026, commission meeting agenda regarding the discussion of potential changes to Bylaws of the Municipal Civil Service Commission. Chair Mullen requested Austin Human Resources provide a briefing at a Commission meeting in late spring 2027 on updates to the Employee Relations model for tracking employee complaints. Chair Mullen and Commissioner Carothers requested a future agenda item for discussion and action regarding future meeting dates, times, and location. ADJOURNMENT Chair Mullen adjourned the meeting at 11:05 a.m. without objection. 2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 BYLAWS OF THE Municipal Civil Service Commission ARTICLE 1. NAME. The name of the commission is the Municipal Civil Service Commission. ARTICLE 2. PURPOSE AND DUTIES. The purpose and duties of the commission are as follows: (1) hear appeals and make final, binding decisions in the case of municipal civil service employees covered under Article IX of the City Charter who have been discharged, suspended, demoted, denied a promotion, or put on disciplinary probation; (2) recommend the adoption of civil service rules after receipt of proposed rules by the Human Resources Director and perform services under the civil service rules as provided in Article IX, Section 2 of the City Charter; (3) perform other duties regarding the municipal civil service, not inconsistent with Article IX of the City Charter, that the City Council may require; (4) issue subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum to witnesses, whether at the request of interested parties or on its own motion, when reasonably necessary to obtain pertinent evidence at a hearing or investigation; (5) administer oaths to witnesses appearing at a hearing or investigation; and (6) conduct any investigations it may consider desirable or which it may be required to make by the City Council or the City Manager concerning the administration of municipal civil service, and report its findings and recommendations to the City Council; ARTICLE 3. MEMBERSHIP. (A) The commission is composed of five members appointed by the city council, each a qualified voter of the City. (B) A commissioner may be removed before the end of the commissioner’s term only for cause, and after receiving a written statement of the reasons for removal and a public hearing before the City Council, if the commissioner requests a hearing. (C) Commission members shall be appointed for a term of three years, except that the initial members shall serve for a term of one, two or three years as designated in Resolution No. 20130509-036. The term expires on May 9th of the first, second or third anniversary. (D) An individual commission member may not act in an official capacity or speak on behalf of the board except …
Municipal Civil Service Commission 2026 Regular Meeting Schedule January 12, 2026 January 26, 2026 July 13, 2026 July 27, 2026 February 9, 2026 August 10, 2026 February 23, 2026 August 24, 2026 March 9, 2026 September 14, 2026 March 23, 2026 September 28, 2026 April 13, 2026 April 27, 2026 May 11, 2026 June 8, 2026 June 22, 2026 October 12, 2026 October 26, 2026 November 9, 2026 December 14, 2026 2026 MCSC Meeting Schedule Approved on September 8, 2025
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE LIBRARY COMMISSION MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2026, AT 6 P.M. PLEASANT HILL BRANCH LIBRARY MEETING ROOM 2 211 EAST WILLIAM CANNON DRIVE, AUSTIN, TEXAS 78744 Some members of the Commission may be participating via video conference. 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 Laura Polio, 512-974-9624, laura.polio@austintexas.gov. Edward Selig, Vice Chair Dr. Suchitra Gururaj Elizabeth Hansen Andrea Herrera Moreno Lorrie Ann Mitchel CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Lynda Infante Huerta, Chair Pamela Carlile Sara Gore Melissah Hasdorff Sheila Mehta Holly Sabiston 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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Library Commission regular meeting held on September 28, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing on Review of 2026 Summer at Austin Public Library Program, by Alanna Graves, Librarian III, Summer Experience Coordinator. Staff briefing on the Austin Public Library facility projects selected for the 2026 City of Austin General Obligation Bond included in Proposition B, by Cody Scott, Facilities Process Manager. DISCUSSION 4. Discussion on Advocacy Opportunities and Commission Engagement to Advance Strategic Priorities. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Approve the 2027 Meeting Schedule of the Library Commission. 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 Laura Polio at Austin Public Library Department, at 512-974-9624 or laura.polio@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. For more information about the Library Commission, please contact Laura Polio, Department Executive Assistant, at 512-974-9624 or laura.polio@austintexas.gov.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2026, 6:00 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS & COMMISSIONS ROOM 1101 301 W. 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Human Rights Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Ryan Sperling at ryan.sperling@austintexas.gov or 512-974-3568 CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Kolby Duhon, Chair (He/They) Muneeb “Meebs” Aslam (He/Him) Jeffrey Clemmons George Jambor Harriet Kirsh-Pozen Tannya Oliva Martínez Morgan Davis, Vice Chair (He/Him) Mindy Morgan Avitia Lila Igram Mariana Krueger (She/Her) Carlos Davila Delgado AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Human Rights Commission regular meeting on September 28, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding the Creative Reset Phase II: Reimagining Austin’s Cultural Facilities and Museums. Briefing by Candice Cooper, Interim Chief Administrative Officer, ACME. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Approve the Human Rights Commission’s 2027 Annual Meeting Schedule. 4. Approve changes to working group membership. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 5. Update from the Anti-Hate Working Group regarding their progress on the anti-hate framework. 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 Ryan Sperling at Austin City Clerk’s Office, at 512-974-3568 or ryan.sperling@austintexas.gov, to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Human Rights Commission, please contact Ryan Sperling at 512-974- 3568 or ryan.sperling@austintexas.gov.
REGULAR MEETING HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION MINUTES MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2026 The Human Rights Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, September 28, 2026, at 301 W. 2nd St., Boards & Commissions Room, in Austin, Texas. Chair Duhon called the Human Rights Commission meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Kolby Duhon (Chair) Morgan Davis (Vice Chair) Carlos Davila Delgado Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Jeffrey Clemmons Lila Igram George Jambor Mariana Krueger Harriet Kirsh Pozen Mindy Morgan Avitia Tannya Oliva-Martínez PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Human Rights Commission regular meeting on August 24, 2026. The August 24, 2026 minutes were approved on Commissioner Clemmons’ motion, Vice Chair Davis’ second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Jambor and Krueger were off the dais. Commissioner Aslam was absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding the Creative Reset Phase II: Reimagining Austin’s Cultural Facilities and Museums. Briefing by Candice Cooper, Interim Chief Administrative Officer, ACME. 1 Item 2 was taken up after Item 3 without objection. Postponed to next month without objection. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. Presentation regarding the programming and mission of Keep Austin Schools Independent (KASI). Presentation by Lily McClure and Sharyn Vane, Co-Founders, KASI. The presentation was made by Lily McLure and Sharyn Vane, Co-Founders, KASI. Update on recent JIC discussions and actions relevant to the Human Rights Commission. Update by Commissioner Oliva-Martínez. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Approve a recommendation supporting multi-year City of Austin funding for SAFE Alliance and encouraging coordinated advocacy by the city’s intergovernmental relations team for increased state funding to support survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and related services. Withdrawn without objection. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 6. 7. Update from the Human Rights Resource Guide Working Group on the progress of the human rights resource guide. Update by Commissioner Oliva-Martínez. Update from the Anti Hate Working Group on their progress on the anti-hate framework. Update by Chair Duhon. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Anti-Hate Working Group Update - Duhon, Krueger Working group membership changes – Duhon, Clemmons Recommendation regarding ICE shooting of Wilbur Rafeal Perefz – Duhon, Clemmons ADJOURNMENT Chair Duhon adjourned the meeting at 7:12 p.m. without objection. 2
The Creative Reset Phase II Reimagining Austin’s Cultural Facilities and Museums Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment July 2026 Why Now? Austin Has Changed. Our Cultural System Must Change With It. ▪ Austin's population continues to grow and diversify. ▪ Community expectations have shifted from simply preserving facilities to actively programming and activating them. ▪ Residents expect welcoming, accessible, vibrant public spaces that are open, responsive, and community-centered. ▪ The Creative Reset presented an opportunity to rethink how our facilities operate, not just maintain the status quo. Emma S Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center 2 Our Community Spaces Cultural Centers and Entertainment Complex Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex African American Cultural & Heritage Facility + Dedrick Hamilton House Asian American Resource Center Connelly-Yerwood “Pink” House Emma S Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural + Genealogy Center Museums and Art Center Montopolis Negro School Zilker Hillside Theater Dougherty Arts Center Elisabet Ney Museum UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum Susanna Dickinson Museum O. Henry Museum Old Bakery & Emporium 23rd Street Renaissance Artist Market 3 Our Approach The Creative Reset Phase II Reimagining Austin’s Cultural Facilities and Museums Beverly Sheffield Hillside Theater Our Approach We designed this process around listening. Community Engagement Internal Assessment Staff Visioning Site Identity Exercise Operational Review Recommendations Implementation Plan Evaluation 5 Nearly a year of engagement ensured that our recommendations reflect both community priorities and operational realities. Elisabeth Ney Museum 6 Community: What We Heard The Creative Reset Phase II Reimagining Austin’s Cultural Facilities and Museums ACME Creative Reset Engagement Community: What We Heard Activate our facilities More activity, more energy, more opportunities. Expand partnerships Collaborate with artists, nonprofits, schools, and community organizations. Improve customer experience Create welcoming, consistent, easy-to-access spaces. Reduce barriers Simplify processes and increase accessibility. Celebrate each site's unique identity Honor history while creating new opportunities. Brush Square Pun-Off Event 8 Staff: What We Learned The Creative Reset Phase II Reimagining Austin’s Cultural Facilities and Museums Dougherty Arts Center Staff: What We Learned ▪ Staff are passionate and deeply committed to serving the community. ▪ Operational processes vary significantly across facilities. ▪ Administrative responsibilities often limit time available for programming and community engagement. ▪ Greater collaboration, shared services, and consistent expectations can improve efficiency while preserving each site's unique identity. ▪ Our facilities are aging. Staff Engagement Event 10 Our New Operating Model The Creative Reset Phase II Reimagining Austin’s Cultural Facilities …
Human Rights Commission 2027 Annual Meeting Schedule • January 25, 2027 – 6:00 P.M. • February 22, 2027 – 6:00 P.M. • March 22, 2027 – 6:00 P.M. • April 26, 2027 – 6:00 P.M. • May 24, 2027 – 6:00 P.M. • • June 28, 2027 – 6:00 P.M. July 26, 2027 – 6:00 P.M. • August 23, 2027 – 6:00 P.M. • September 27, 2027 – 6:00 P.M. • October 25, 2027 – 6:00 P.M. • November 22, 2027 – 6:00 P.M. • December 27, 2027 – 6:00 P.M.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE AUSTIN AREA HIV PLANNING COUNCIL MONDAY, OCTOBER 26th, 2026, 6:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, RM. 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. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call the Office of Support at (737)-825-1684 or email HIVPlanningCouncil@austintexas.gov. CURRENT HIV PLANNING COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kelle’ Martin, Chair Marquis Goodwin, Vice Chair Kristina McRae-Thompson, Secretary Drew Kyler, Treasurer Alicia Alston Aurelio Alcocer, non- voting Adryan Brown Henry Chan Jeremy Caballero Brandon Diaz Stephanie Eaton Judith Hassan Kyle Murphy Deondre Moore Alfredo Reyes. Jr. AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up no later than noon on 10/23/2026 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 Full Council meeting on September 28th, 2026. CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATIONS 2. Members will declare conflicts of interest with relevant agenda items, service categories, and/or service standards. STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Introductions and announcements 4. Office of Support Staff Briefing 5. Administrative Agent Staff Briefing 6. Part B Staff Briefing DISCUSSION ITEMS 7. Presentation on Clinical Quality Management by Jennifer LaBlanc DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 8. Discussion and approval of prospective HIV Planning Council member a. Kimberly Jones 9. Discussion and approval of meeting time and day for Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) 10. Discussion and approval of FY27 HIV Planning Council retreat dates 11. Discussion and approval of the removal of HIV Planning Council member a. Issac Jeremy Caballero COMMITTEE UPDATES 12. Care Strategies and Engagement Committee 13. Finance and Assessment Committee FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 14. Discussion of workplan calendar and social 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 …