CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM04 DATE: Monday July 13, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0027 ___-____Thomas Ates (D1) OUT ___Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ___-____Jessica Cohen (D3) OUT ___Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) ___Y____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) ___Y____Sameer S Birring (D7) ___-____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) OUT ___Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ___-____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) OUT ___Y____Jeffery L Bowen (M) ___Y____Corry L Archer-MccClellan (Alternate) (M) ___Y____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ___-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Jacob Rogers OWNER: Paul & Heather Fink ADDRESS: 6302 SHADOW VALLEY DR VARIANCE REQUESTED: The property contains an existing residential swimming pool and decking that have served the site for many years. The pool and deck are deteriorated, leaking, and failing. Strict application of the current impervious cover regulations would prevent replacement of this established improvement. The requested variance allows continued reasonable residential use without increasing the property's development intensity. The project does not add impervious cover. The property currently contains approximately 7,280 square feet of impervious cover, and the replacement pool and decking will remain within the existing footprint. BOARD’S DECISION: Board Member Melissa Hawthorne’s motion to postpone to August 10, 2026, due to lack of quorum for voting purposes (only 9 board members), Board member Haseeb Abdullah second on 9-0 votes; POSTPONED TO AUGUST 10, 2026. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: ITEM04/1 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property, will not impair the use of adjacent conforming property, and will not impair the purpose of the regulations of the zoning district in which the property is located because: Elaine Ramirez Executive Liaison Jeffery Bowen Chairman forITEM04/2 BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2026-0027 BOA DATE: Monday, July 13th, 2026 ADDRESS: 6302 Shadow Valley Dr COUNCIL DISTRICT: 10 OWNER: Paul & Heather Fink AGENT: Denali Pools -Jacob Rogers ZONING: SF-3 LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 28 HIGHLAND HILLS SEC 9 PHS 2 VARIANCE REQUEST: LDC, Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from impervious coverage requirements to increase I.C. from 45% & 6,008 square feet (maximum allowed) to 54.5% & 7,280 square feet (requested) SUMMARY: remodel/addition of a pool and deck ISSUES: topography, protected trees, & utility easements ZONING LAND …
BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2026-0029 BOA DATE: Monday, August 10th, 2026 ADDRESS: 3011 Westlake Dr OWNER: Agustin Gonzalez COUNCIL DISTRICT: 8 AGENT: Jon Fichter – Aqua Permits ZONING: LA LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 71 PLUS ADJ PT LAKE SHORE ADDN VARIANCE REQUEST: Land Development Code, Section 25-2-1176 (Site Development Regulations for Docks, Marinas, and Other Lakefront Uses) (A) (1) to increase the dock length from 30 feet (required) to fifty feet (50’) (requested). SUMMARY: erect a Boat Dock ISSUES: shallow ZONING LAND USES LA Site North LA South LA LA East LA West Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Lake Austin Single-Family NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Neighborhoods Council City of Rollingwood Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Preservation Austin Save Our Springs Alliance The Island on Westlake Owners Association ITEM05/1 July 23, 2026 Stephen Hawkins 3011 Westlake Dr Austin TX, 78746 Property Description: LOT 71 PLUS ADJ PT LAKE SHORE ADDN Re: C15-2026-0029 Dear Stephen, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance(s) from LDC, Section 25-2-1175 at 3011 Westlake Dr. Austin Energy does not oppose the request, provided that any proposed or existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s Clearance & Safety Criteria, the National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA requirements. All signage will need to stay out of Austin Energy easements and 5’ from existing underground electric lines. Any removal or relocation of existing facilities will be at the owner’s/applicant’s expense. Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements, which are additional conditions of the above review action: https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/utilities_criteria_manual?nodeId=S1AUENDECR_1 .10.0CLSARE If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Ashleigh Woolf, Austin Energy Public Involvement | Real Estate Services 4815 Mueller Blvd Austin, Texas 78723 (512) 972-8400 ITEM05/2 ITEM05/3 ITEM05/4 ITEM05/5 ITEM05/6 July 22nd, 2026 Board of Adjustment P.O. Box 1088 Austin, TX 78767 Re: Variance for 3011 Westlake Drive from LDC 25-2-1176(A)(1) to allow for extending of a boat dock greater than 30’ from shoreline. Dear Board Members, This letter provides clarification concerning case C15-2026-0029, which relates to site plan SP-2025-0386D. The plan proposes replacing an existing boat dock with a new boat dock that will comply with current code. The variance request is to construct a boat dock at a distance greater than 30 feet from the shoreline, a measure deemed necessary …
BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2026-0031 BOA DATE: Monday, August 10th, 2026 ADDRESS: 507 Elmwood Pl OWNER: Cater Joseph COUNCIL DISTRICT: 9 AGENT: Michael R McHone ZONING: MF-4-NP (Hancock) LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 53 OLT 1 DIV X COLLEGE COURT + 1/2 DRIVEWAY RESERVE VARIANCE REQUEST: Land Development Code, Section 25-2-492 Site Development Regulations) (D) from lot size requirements to decrease minimum lot size from 8,000 square feet (required) to 6,804 square feet (requested). SUMMARY: erect two duplexes ISSUES: change in zoning regulations from 1911 developed as compliant “B” zoned property & 1984 requirement of an MF-4 lot to be minimum of 8,000 sq. ft. and at least 4 units. ZONING LAND USES Site MF-4-NP North MF-4-NP South MF-4-NP East MF-4-NP West MF-4-NP Multi-Family Multi-Family Multi-Family Multi-Family Multi-Family NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Neighborhoods Council CANPAC (Central Austin Neigh Plan Area Committee) Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Homeless Neighborhood Association Preservation Austin University Area Partners ITEM06/1 July 24, 2026 Mike Mchone 507 Elmwood Pl Austin TX, 78705 Property Description: LOT 53 OLT 1 DIV X COLLEGE COURT + 1/2 DRIVEWAY RESERVE Re: C15-2026-0031 Dear Mike, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance request from LDC Section 25-2-492 at 507 ELMWOOD PLACE. Austin Energy does not oppose the request, provided that any proposed or existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s Clearance & Safety Criteria, the National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA requirements. All signage will need to stay out of Austin Energy easements and 5’ from existing underground electric lines. Any removal or relocation of existing facilities will be at the owner’s/applicant’s expense. Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements which are additional conditions of the above review action: https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/utilities_criteria_manual?nodeId=S1AUENDECR_1 .10.0CLSARE If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Ashley Robinson, Planner III Austin Energy Public Involvement | Real Estate Services 2500 Montopolis Drive Austin, TX 78741 (512) 322-6050 ITEM06/2 ITEM06/3 Portion of the City of Austin Land Development Code applicant is seeking a variance from: LDC 25-2-492 Site Development Regulations MF -4 Minimum Lot size 8,000 Sq ft. Lot platted in 1911 and zoned B multifamily size by TCAD 6804 + 1/2 Driveway Reserve (270 sq ft) requested variance is for existing land area to be legally developed Section 2:_ …
BOA Monthly Report July 2026-June 2027 July 13, 2026 Granted 1 1. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from impervious coverage requirements to increase I.C. Postponed 3 (due to only 9 board members present-voting purposes) 1. 25-2-515 (Rear Yard of a Through Lot) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback 2. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from impervious coverage requirements to increase I.C. 3. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) (D) from setback requirements for a street side setback Withdrawn Denied 0 0 Discussion Items 5 JUL 2026 Interpretations JUL 2026 BAAP 0 new inquiries 0 (Added JUL13# 2026) The deposition of the case items: Granted Postponed Withdrawn Denied Discussion Items 1 3 0 0 5 Board members absent: Tommy Ates, Jessica Cohen (resigned), Maggie Shahrestani, Michael Von Ohlen (1 vacant alternate position)
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MONDAY, August 10, 2026 AT 5:30 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, ROOM 1001 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT 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 Elaine Ramirez at 512-974-2202 or email elaine.ramirez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: ___Jeffery Bowen (Chair) ___Margaret Shahrestani (Vice-Chair) ___Haseeb Abdullah ___Thomas Ates ___Sameer S Birring ___ Jessica Cohen ___ Melissa Hawthorne ___Yung-ju Kim ___Bianca A Medina-Leal ___Brian Poteet ___Michael Von Ohlen ___Corry L Archer-McClellan (Alternate) ___Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 4 speakers signed up/register prior (no later than noon the day before the meeting) 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 Board of Adjustment Regular meeting on July 13, 2026 On-Line Link: ITEM01 July 13, 2026 draft minutes PUBLIC HEARINGS Discussion and action on the following cases Previous Postponed cases: 2. C15-2026-0021 George Siddall 2101 Arpdale Street On-Line Link: ITEM02 ADV PACKET; PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2- 492 (Site Development Regulations) (D) from setback requirements for a street side setback of 15 feet (required) to 0 feet (requested) in order to maintain a Carport in a “SF-3”, Single- Family zoning district 3. C15-2026-0023 Samantha Riddell for John L Lohr 2205 Quarry Road On-Line Link: ITEM03 ADV PACKET; PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-515 (Rear Yard of a Through Lot) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback (adjacent to W 12th St) from 25 feet (required) to 20 feet (requested) in order to rebuild a detached garage in an “SF-3-NP”, Single-Family Residence-Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (West Austin Neighborhood Group) Note: Per LDC 25-2-515 Rear Yard of Through Lot for a Through Lot, a rear yard must comply with the minimum requirements applicable to …
C15-2026-0021 / 2101 Arpdale St George Siddall additional presentation for August 10, 2026, BOA Meeting ITEM02/1-PRESENTATION The house was built in 1950 on an unusually narrow corner lot (about 57 feet wide where most lots are more than 60 feet), which restricts the buildable area. The house was set back only 12 feet from the side street rather than the current requirement of 15 feet, and there is no other location for a driveway. The layout has minimal impervious cover and maximizes space for trees and gardening. Vehicles in the short drive are damaged by sun and acidic discharge and shedding of limbs from the large protected pecan tree next to the drive. The awning provides protection from sun damage, hail damage or other related weather damage, and keeps the acidic droppings from the pecan tree off vehicles as demonstrated in the image below. The area of the driveway stained by the pecan tree is on the left. ITEM02/2-PRESENTATION 2101 Arpdale, view of driveway on Ann Arbor Most properties in the area are wider and require only a 5-foot side setback, allowing covered parking or awnings at least 12 feet deep alongside the house. Examples are shown in the photos beginning on page 4. In storms in May and June this year, broken tree limbs fell on at least ten properties within a block of 2101 Arpdale. Most of those properties have covered parking 5 feet or less from the side boundary, protecting vehicles from damage. In the case of 2101 Arpdale, strict adherence to the additional side setback denies the owner the reasonable protection of driveway parking that is otherwise code compliant and available to other properties in the area. The presentation submitted at the Board’s hearing on June 8, 2026, and the letter from the Zilker Neighborhood Association contain more information regarding possible code changes that could be relevant to this case. ITEM02/3-PRESENTATION Variance case C15-2026-0021, examples of covered parking near 2101 Arpdale ITEM02/4-PRESENTATION ITEM02/5-PRESENTATION ITEM02/6-PRESENTATION ITEM02/7-PRESENTATION
DENALI POOLS Board of Adjustment Variance Request 6302 Shadow Valley Drive August 10th, 2026 Jacob Rogers, Agent for Denali Pools On behalf of Paul & Heather Fink ITEM04/1-PRESENTATION The Property Lot 28, Highland Hills Section 9, Phase 2 | Zoning: SF-3 Address 6302 Shadow Valley Drive, Austin, TX 78731 Lot Size 13,353 SF Original Pool Built 1976 — predates current Land Development Code Impervious Cover Limit 45% (6,008 SF) under SF-3 zoning Site survey — Hodgkiss Surveying, 11/24/2020 ITEM04/2-PRESENTATION The Pool Is Failing Original 1976 structure — cracked shell, can no longer hold water Structural cracking throughout the pool shell Heaving and separation at the deck joints Chronic water loss — cannot be repaired further Deteriorating stone retaining wall and surrounding hardscape A 50-year-old structure at the end of its serviceable life. ITEM04/3-PRESENTATION Deterioration in Detail Current condition of the pool and deck Algae accumulation, organic debris, and visible wear on the coping and decking are consistent with a shell that has been slowly failing for years and can no longer maintain proper water chemistry. ITEM04/4-PRESENTATION Mature Protected Trees Constrain the Lot Three large Live Oaks limit where a pool can be built Tree #1 — 42.5" Live Oak Tree #2 — 35" Live Oak Tree #6 — 32" Live Oak These are large, established trees — decades old and protected under the City's tree ordinance. Their critical root zones (shown in green) surround the existing pool on three sides, leaving no reasonable alternate location on the lot. ITEM04/5-PRESENTATION Why the Existing Footprint Is the Only Option Two site-specific factors leave no alternative to rebuilding where the pool already sits: 1. Mature protected trees Three large Live Oaks and their root zones occupy most of the remaining usable yard, ruling out relocating the pool elsewhere on the lot. 2. Steep topography The survey shows significant grade change across the lot; the existing pool sits on the one graded, buildable area. Together, these constraints mean the only realistic path forward is to demolish and rebuild in the exact same footprint. ITEM04/6-PRESENTATION What We're Proposing Demolish the failing 1976 pool and rebuild in the exact same footprint. No expansion of the pool or decking No new impervious surface — zero net change in coverage Same location as the pool that has existed since 1976 Modern, code-compliant pool with required safety barriers Pool equipment relocated into the existing garage ITEM04/7-PRESENTATION Impervious Coverage Analysis …
BOA Variance Presentation 3011 Westlake Drive Boat Dock Property Address 3011 Westlake Drive Austin, TX 78746 Case Information Case No: C1520260029 Site Plan: SP20250368D Presenter Jon Fichter Aqua Permits ITEM05/1-PRESENTATION Property Overview 1750 Channel Road This GIS aerial view establishes the property lines, tract boundaries, and neighboring shoreline context for the variance request. ITEM05/2-PRESENTATION Variance Request Details Seeking Variance From To Allow For LDC 2521176A1 Proposed New Boat Dock "A dock may extend up to 30 feet from the shoreline [into the lake], except that the director may require a dock to extend a lesser or greater distance from the shoreline if deemed necessary to ensure navigation safety." The permitting and construction of a NEW boat dock extending 50ʼ0ˮ from the shoreline into the lake to ensure safety and navigability. ITEM05/3-PRESENTATION Property GIS Aerials 3011 Westlake Drive ITEM05/4-PRESENTATION Property Site Overview 3011 Westlake Drive Existing Dock & Site Status 84ʼ 4ˮ Existing) ➔ 50ʼ 0ˮ Proposed) REDUCED BY 34ʼ 4ˮ 40% SHORTER ● ● ● ● GIS Aerial View: Shown here is the site as seen today in an image taken from City of Austin GIS. Dock History: Constructed in the 1970s and is a grandfathered structure. Shoreline Reach: The existing boat dock extends 84ʼ 4ˮ from the shoreline. Planned Upgrade: Being replaced with a safer, code-compliant new dock. ITEM05/5-PRESENTATION Neighboring Docks Context 3011 Westlake Drive Depth & Setback Analysis Shallow Shoreline Constraints ●Neighboring Context: The image displays existing docks to the east and west of 3011 Westlake Dr. ●Extension Greater Than 30ʼ: Docks in this area extend greater than 30ʼ from the shoreline to reach navigable water. ●Navigation Depth: Modern vessels require ≥ 4 ft. of draft; water is too shallow inside the standard 30ʼ setback. ITEM05/6-PRESENTATION ●Code Restriction: LDC 2521176A6) limits boat docks to 30ʼ from the shoreline, which is highly insufficient for safe navigation. ●Shallow Conditions: Due to natural shallow lake conditions, the dock must extend further out to guarantee safe vessel draft. ●25 Cubic Yd Dredge: Local code limits dredging to 25 cubic yards. The required depth cannot be achieved by dredging without far exceeding the allotted amount. ITEM05/7-PRESENTATION Proposed Site Plan & Variance 3011 Westlake Drive Proposed Dock & Variance ● ● ● ● 50ʼ0ˮ Slip Length: Proposed site plan SP20250368D, currently in review) features a new boat dock extending 50ʼ0ˮ from the shoreline. Functionality: This new dock is designed to remain fully functional for …
Case Number: C15-2026-0031 Board of Adjustment 8/10/2026 Richard & David Crowley 10705 Fountainbleu Circle Austin, TX 78750 Property owners of 604 Elmwood (Elmwood Park Place LLC) Daytime phone: Comments: I object to this adjustment on the following grounds • parking for 4 vehicles should be included on any site plan that includes a variance/adjustment • Street parking should not be further exasperated by increasing density of this property • Trash receptacle storage on site should also be required. Trash bins are often left permanently on the street due to lack of provision on property. ITEM06/1
- REGULAR MEETING OF THE AUSTIN-TRAVIS COUNTY FOOD POLICY BOARD MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2026, AT 5:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1406 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE, AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Austin-Travis County Food Policy Board 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 Amanda Rohlich, (512) 974-1364, Amanda.Rohlich@austintexas.gov. CURRENT AUSTIN-TRAVIS COUNTY FOOD POLICY BOARD MEMBERS: Lisa Barden, Chair Andrea Abel Marissa Bell, Vice- Chair Beth Corbett Nitza Cuevas Kacey Hanson Seanna Marceaux Melody McClary Natalie Poulos AGENDA CALL TO ORDER Board Member roll call and introduction of new and existing board members. 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 Austin-Travis County Food Policy Board Special Called Meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Austin-Travis County Food Plan Implementation. Presentation by Edwin Marty, Food Policy Manager, Austin Climate Action & Resilience and Yaira Robinson, Assistant Director of Environmental Programs, Travis County. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. 5. 6. Discussion regarding City Manager’s proposed social service contract spending cuts and proposed amendments to the budget. Presentation and discussion regarding the working group to expand access to nutritious foods through improvement to existing materials and resources and explore alternate or expanded hours for existing resources. Presentation and discussion regarding the working group to participate in the USDA Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) application for funding for conservation easements as a regional partnership. Review Board Member Assignments. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 7. Discuss and take possible action on electing a Vice Chair for the Austin Travis County Food Policy Board. 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 …
Austin-Travis County Food Plan ATCFPB August 2026 – Staff Update City of Austin Food Plan Updates City Staff Updates ● City staff sent City Council a Food Plan Update Memo on May 5th 2026 ● City staff have completed the annual update of the Food Plan Dashboard - 80% of Strategies are being implemented! ● Funding from the MUFPP Award will be released via a RFA in fall 2026 ● ACAR is hiring! ○ Evaluating candidates City Staff Updates Implementation Collab ● First Collaborative Meeting in June ○ About 100 attendees. ● Next Quarterly meeting being planned for September ● Food Summit planned for spring 2027 ● Working Group meetings ○ Charter Development WG ● St David’s Foundation grant ○ The Collaborative was asked to submit a full proposal ○ Small group meeting to assist in developing proposal ○ Due on July 23rd 2026 City of Austin 2026 Budget Next Steps ● City Manager’s budget published on July 10th ● City Manager will presents his budget to Council on July 16th ● Council votes on the budget on August 12th City of Austin 2026 Bond - Next Steps ● Council asked staff to continue developed the ‘Alternative Scenario’; for a 2026 Bond. ● August 27th, 2026: City Council Meeting – consideration of an ordinance to call for a bond election and set ballot language ● November 3, 2026: Bond election Travis County Food Plan Updates County Appointments to the FPB Travis County Commissioners Court approved two new appointments to the Austin-Travis County Food Policy Board on Tuesday, August 4th. All County slots now full! ● Judge Brown: Amanda Wadsworth (for Hilda Gutierrez’ old seat) ● Commissioner Morales: Alexandra “Lexie” Lewis (for Andy Smith’s old seat) County Budget Process Update, FY27 ● Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Development & Tax Rate Information landing page ○ Preliminary budget was released on July 28, 2026 ○ Revenue estimate not as dire as originally forecast ● Next steps: ○ August 11th: Compensation decisions before Commissioners Court ○ August 12th & 13th: Budget Hearings ○ Sept. 9-11: Budget Mark-Up ○ September 15th: Tax Rate Adopted ○ September 29th: FY27 Budget Adopted Thank You! www.austintexas.gov/food /austinsustainability
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, ROOM 1101 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Animal Advisory Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Nekaybaw Watson at nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2562. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Jules Maron, Chair, D3 Jo Anne Norton, Vice Chair, D7 Jennifer Daniel, Parliamentarian, D6 Koby Ahmed, Mayor Beatriz Dulzaides, D2 Erin Ferguson, D8 Whitney Holt, D5 Sarah Huddleston, D9 David Loignon, D10 Nancy Nemer, Travis County Dr. Paige Nilson, D4 Erin Van Landingham, D1 CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Animal Advisory Commission Regular meeting on July 13, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding monthly reports and budget breakdown. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services and Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services. Staff briefing regarding Dangerous and Vicious Dog classification, declaration, and processing out of shelters. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services and Rebekha Montie, Program Manager II, Austin Animal Services. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Quarterly report from Austin Pets Alive! Presentation by Mara Hartsell, Quality of Care Director, Austin Pets Alive! and Rory Adams, Director of Strategic Customer Service, Austin Pets Alive! Discussion regarding the Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) Intake Testing Policy for cats Austin Animal Services memo. 5. WORKING GROUP RECOMMENDATIONS 6. Final update from the off-leash dog working group regarding their recommendations for commissioners. DICUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 7. 8. Creation of a working group exploring compliance with the Texas Health and Safety Chapter 8-23. Creation of a working group to study the emergency intake procedures at Austin Animal Services. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and …
ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES JULY 13, 2026 The Animal Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Maron called the Animal Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 6:00 pm. Commissioners in Attendance: Jules Maron, Chair, D3 Jennifer Daniel, Parliamentarian, D6 Beatriz Dulzaides, D2 Erin Ferguson, D8 Whitney Holt, D5 David Loignon, D10 Erin Van Landingham, D1 Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Jo Anne Norton, Vice Chair, D7 Sarah Huddleston, D9 Nancy Nemer, Travis County Commissioners Absent: Koby Ahmed, Mayor Dr. Paige Nilson, D4 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Inessa Haas – Concerns regarding Austin Pets Alive! dog training Sandra Muller – Transparency and SOPs Robyn Katz – State of Animals in Texas Rochelle Vickery – Spay and Neuter Annaliese Gill – Austin Pets Alive! Play Group Safety Pat Valls Trelles – Spay and Neuter 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Animal Advisory Commission Regular Meeting on June 8, 2026. The minutes of the June 8th regular meeting of the Animal Advisory Commission as were approved during the July 13th meeting on Commissioner Dulzaides’ motion, Commissioner Loignon’s second on a 10-0 vote. Commissioners Ahmed and Nilson were absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding monthly reports. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Presentation given by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Staff briefing regarding the microchip/vaccine clinic, July4th runaway pet numbers and 311 policies regarding deceased animals. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Presentation given by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Presentation regarding Petco Love Platform and the exploration of pet reunification platforms. Presentation by Misty Valenta, Animal Services Director, Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter and Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Presentation given by Misty Valenta, Animal Services Director, Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter and Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Discussion and presentation regarding New World Screwworm Crisis. Presentation by Dr. Debbie Elliot, Program manager, Veterinary Services. Presentation given by Dr. Debbie Elliot, Program Manager, Veterinary Services. Discussion clarifying previous statement in bylaws regarding No Kill Committee. Discussed. Discuss the Annual Internal Review Report for Animal Advisory Commission. Discussed. Change in Chair for No Kill Committee. Chair Maron named Commissioner Nemer as the Chair of the No Kill Committee. Current committee membership is …
Animal Services Office Statistical Report – July2024-2026 July 2026 Intake July2025 Intake July2024 Intake July 2026 Adoption July2025 Adoptions July2024 Adoptions July 2026 RTOs July2025 RTOs July2024 RTOs July 2026 Animal Euthanized July2025 Animals Euthanized July2024 Animals Euthanized July 2026 Live Release Rate July2025 Total Live Release Rate July2024 Total Live Release Rate July 2026 Vaccinations – 2718 vaccinations were provided to animals in care of Austin Animal Services. July2025 Vaccinations - 2404 vaccinations were provided to animals in care of Austin Animal Services. July2024 Animal Vaccinations July 2026 – Spay/Neuter at AAC July2025 Spayed/Neuter at AAC July2024 Spayed/Neutered at AAC July 2026 Deaths in Care \ July2025 Animal Deaths at AAC/Foster July2024 Animal Deaths at AAC/Foster July 2026 Animals Transferred (includes 30 cats that went through SNR) July2025 Animals Transferred (includes 50 cats that went through SNR : July2024 Animals Transferred July 2026 Animals Lost, Stolen or Missing July2025 Animal Lost, Stolen or Missing July2024 Animals Lost, Stolen or Missing July 2026 SNR Program – As noted above, 30 cats went through SNR July2025 SNR Program – As noted above, 50 cats went through SNR July2024 SNR Program July 2026 Intact Animals Adopted/RTO July2025 Intact Animals Adopted/RTO July2024 Intact Animals Adopted/RTO
Updates, Reports and Briefings Updates, Reports and Briefings Austin Animal Services | August 10, 2026 Spay/Neuter Numbers from Contracts Information from FY2025 and FY2026 Monica Dangler, Director Goal for FY26 7,800 Total (as of June 2026) 8,230 Total cost* $1,297,383 On average, at least 667 surgeries are performed by Animal Services contracted vendors each month. Animal Services will likely see (at least) another 1,800 surgeries this fiscal year. *Total for Emancipet includes preventative services. 3 Monthly Reporting July 2026 Jason Garza, Assistant Director 1100 animals were impounded this month. Animals Impounded A breakdown of impounded animals by species and/or age. 1102 5-year average Puppies 72 Cats 248 Wildlife 58 Critters 16 Kittens 416 Dogs 290 July Intake Over Time This chart shows the number of animals impounded this month, ranked by fiscal year. 1134 933 6 2 Y F 5 2 Y F 4 2 Y F 5 More animals left the shelter than entered it this July! Intake 1042 domestic animals Outcomes 1054 domestic animals Intake Trends Animal Protection Officers brought in more dogs (140) than any other species in July. The next highest are kittens (53). The public brought in more stray kittens (177) than any other species this month. This will likely slow down as kitten season comes to a close. Intake Sources A breakdown of the sources for intake. Born in Care 1 Wildlife Abandoned 4 5 Emergency Clinic 12 APD | TCSO Returned to Shelter 25 28 Owner Surrender 111 Community Cat APO Impound Stray from Public 294 311 312 6 July 2026 had a live-release rate of 96.53 percent. Live Outcomes by Animal Type This chart shows how many of each animal type had a positive or live outcome during June. Breakdown per Outcome Type This chart shows the breakdown of each kind of live outcome by the number of animals with that live outcome. Each bar is equal to 100% of the outcome category. Puppies 62 Cats 264 Critters 18 Kittens 419 Dogs 291 Critters 14 Critters 2 Cats 5 Critters 2 Kittens 158 Kittens 261 Puppies 41 Cats 125 Dogs 164 Dogs 57 Cats 54 Puppies 21 Cats 80 Dogs 70 Adopted Returned to Owner Returned to Habitat Rescue Transfer 7 601 animals were adopted this month. Adoptions by Type (Age, Breed) This chart shows the total number of adoptions per animal type. Critters 14 Puppies 46 Cats 120 Dogs 155 Kittens …
City Of Austin Free Day Program Metrics Power BI Desktop Invoice Period: June 2026 Number and % of Clients by Service Type Spay/Neuter Patients by Species and Size All Billed Services Overflow S/N Free Day Species + Surgery Type Overflow Free Day All Clients Clients % of Clients S/N Clients % of Clients HPS Clients % of Clients Canine 377 207 555 167 104 264 44.3% 50.2% 47.6% 44 47 89 11.7% 22.7% 16.0% 187 65 233 49.6% 31.4% 42.0% Number and % of Patients by Service Type All Billed Services Overflow S/N Free Day All Patients Patients % of Patients S/N Patients % of Patients HPS Patients % of Patients 587 337 924 199 156 355 33.9% 46.3% 38.4% 56 87 143 9.5% 25.8% 15.5% 343 100 443 58.4% 29.7% 47.9% Number and % of Dollars Billed by Service Type All Billed Services Overflow S/N Free Day Canine Neuter (Over 40 lbs) Canine Neuter (Under 40 lbs) Canine Spay (Over 40 lbs) Canine Spay (Under 40 lbs) Feline Feline Neuter (All Sizes) Feline Spay (All Sizes) Total 155 19 45 26 65 148 61 87 303 56 6 19 10 21 86 41 45 142 Wait Times for Overflow Patients by Species and Size (Patients Served) % of Overflow Vouchers Matched 56.5% Species Canine Over 40 lbs Under 40 lbs Feline All Sizes Total Median Wait (Days) Avg Wait (Days) Max Wait (Days) 14.0 10.0 16.0 7.0 7.0 9.0 27.5 35.1 24.0 17.3 17.3 22.0 249.0 249.0 130.0 206.0 206.0 249.0 Percentage of Total Billed $s By Type All Billed Billed % of All S/N Billed % of All HPS Billed % of All SN $58,739 (76%) $45,365.00 $23,870.00 52.6% $8,676.00 $32,115.00 $17,540.00 54.6% $10,603.00 19.1% 33.0% $12,819.00 $3,972.00 $77,480.00 $41,410.00 53.4% $19,279.00 24.9% $16,791.00 28.3% 12.4% 21.7% HPSPv $18,741 (24%) Species Canine Feline Total Species Canine Feline Total Species Canine Feline Total Invoice Period: June 2026 Map of Billed Clients by District/County (%) % Clients 0.157 - 0.423 0.09 - 0.157 0.025 - 0.09 0.02 - 0.025 0.016 - 0.02 Other City Of Austin Free Day Program Metrics Power BI Desktop Clients By Service Area All Clients % 9.0% 50 15.7% 87 7.7% 43 8.8% 49 6.5% 36 1.6% 9 2.5% 14 1.8% 10 2.0% 11 2.0% 11 235 42.3% 555 100.0% Service Area District 1 District 2 District 3 District …
Updates, Reports and Briefings Updates, Reports and Briefings Austin Animal Services | August 10, 2026 Spay/Neuter Numbers from Contracts Information from FY2025 and FY2026 Monica Dangler, Director Goal for FY26 7,800 Total (as of June 2026) 8,230 Total cost* $1,297,383 On average, at least 913 surgeries are performed by Animal Services contracted vendors each month. Animal Services will likely see (at least) another 2,700 surgeries this fiscal year. *Total for Emancipet includes preventative services. 3 Monthly Reporting July 2026 Jason Garza, Assistant Director 1100 animals were impounded this month. Animals Impounded A breakdown of impounded animals by species and/or age. 1102 5-year average Puppies 72 Cats 248 Wildlife 58 Critters 16 Kittens 416 Dogs 290 July Intake Over Time This chart shows the number of animals impounded this month, ranked by fiscal year. 1134 933 6 2 Y F 5 2 Y F 4 2 Y F 5 More animals left the shelter than entered it this July! Intake 1042 domestic animals Outcomes 1054 domestic animals Intake Trends Animal Protection Officers brought in more dogs (140) than any other species in July. The next highest are kittens (53). The public brought in more stray kittens (177) than any other species this month. This will likely slow down as kitten season comes to a close. Intake Sources A breakdown of the sources for intake. Born in Care 1 Wildlife Abandoned 4 5 Emergency Clinic 12 APD | TCSO Returned to Shelter 25 28 Owner Surrender 111 Community Cat APO Impound Stray from Public 294 311 312 6 July 2026 had a live-release rate of 96.53 percent. Live Outcomes by Animal Type This chart shows how many of each animal type had a positive or live outcome during June. Breakdown per Outcome Type This chart shows the breakdown of each kind of live outcome by the number of animals with that live outcome. Each bar is equal to 100% of the outcome category. Puppies 62 Cats 264 Critters 18 Kittens 419 Dogs 291 Critters 14 Critters 2 Cats 5 Critters 2 Kittens 158 Kittens 261 Puppies 41 Cats 125 Dogs 164 Dogs 57 Cats 54 Puppies 21 Cats 80 Dogs 70 Adopted Returned to Owner Returned to Habitat Rescue Transfer 7 601 animals were adopted this month. Adoptions by Type (Age, Breed) This chart shows the total number of adoptions per animal type. Critters 14 Puppies 46 Cats 120 Dogs 155 Kittens …
Off-Leash Dogs Working Group August 2026 Jo Anne Norton, Whitney Holt Issues Considered by the Working Group • Misinformation about existing laws, especially on social media platforms • New Austinites may not know about existing laws • Off-leash dogs on parkland that is on-leash only – people cannot safely enjoy City parkland • Off-leash dogs in neighborhoods (owned dogs) – people cannot safely walk in their neighborhood • Options for people to report issues • Continued education and data monitoring People Concerns Gathered from NextDoor, emails, conversations about off-leash dogs in on-leash areas and neighborhoods • Chase bikes potentially causing accidents • Run up to strollers or people with walking aids • Poop not scooped because owners are on their phones or talking to others • Not enough tickets written for violations • Dogs run up to random adults and children • Dog owners are not trained to break up dog fights Current Laws - Austin City Code Title 3 • Keep dogs on a leash and under control in all areas that are not designated as “off-leash” • Pick up and sanitarily dispose of pet waste left on public or private property • Provide adequate shelter • Ensure pets have current rabies vaccinations • Confine pets transported in unenclosed vehicles in a manner that prevents the animal from falling or jumping from the vehicle or being injured • DO NOT leave a pet alone on a chain or tether • It’s unlawful to sell a puppy or kitten that is not spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped Enforcement Affected by Staffing - PARD • 21 Park Rangers (Full time) • 11 Seasonal Rangers (part time) • 4 Cadet interns (PT) • 7 days a week - Service 330 City Parks - 19,000 acres of parkland • Handle a multitude of parkland related issues • Cannot write tickets for off-leash dog violations PARD Improvements Since 2022 • More signage in parks, such as Auditorium Shores • Large signs in parks, such as South Austin Rec Center • Mueller POA – Signs around the lake most likely put up by people and taken down by – PARD owns greenways around the perimeter and installed on-leash signs in each park • Seasonal rangers and cadets • Clear, informative website PARD Improvements Since 2022, continued Dog Off Leash Area Pilot Programs The Pilot DOLAs aim to provide space for dog owners to take their pets …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, 2026, AT 10:00 A.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM #1401/1402 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE 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-McLaughlin, 512- 972-6205, Caitlin.Oliver@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Choquette Peterson, Chair Delphi Alvizo Yvette Cárdenas Chloe Latham-Sikes Craig McNary Alice Navarro Eliza Sears AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Brooke Freeland, Vice Chair Christy Beauchemin Barbara Grant Boneta 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 June 10, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. Presentation by Child Inc regarding Early Head Start and Head Start enrollment and locations. Presentation by Angela Lampkin, Executive Director at Child Inc. Austin ISD Pre-K and Head Start updates from Yvette Cárdenas, AISD Executive Director of Academic Programs. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Update regarding September 24, 2026, City of Austin proclamation honoring Cathy McHorse, former chair of the Early Childhood Council. Discussion regarding Early Childhood Council membership and ideas for making meetings more accessible and welcoming for community members. Update regarding the proposed fiscal year 2027 budget and early childhood social service contracts. Discuss Early Childhood Council member attendance at the Generation ATX event “Growing Up Austin” on August 20, 2026. Raising Travis County implementation updates from Hilda Rivas, Travis County Health & Human Services Research & Planning Division Senior Planner. Updates from the June and July Joint Inclusion Committee (JIC) meetings. STAFF BRIEFINGS 10. 11. Briefing from Austin Public Health about the National League of Cities Prenatal-to-Three Impact Lab; the Austin-Travis County Family Child Care Educator Network; and the National Breastfeeding Month city proclamation on August 27, 2026. Briefing by Caitlin Oliver- McLaughlin, Austin Public Health. Briefing about updates from related local early childhood groups such as Austin Chapter of …
CHILD INC HEAD START EARLY HEAD START TRAVIS COUNTY Early Childhood Council Meeting August 8, 2026 10:00 am to 11:30 am INTRODUCTIONS • Angela M. Lampkin • Executive Director, celebrating 1 year in Austin • Early Childhood Leadership and overall filed of work for 36 years • Born and raised in Milwaukee, WI • Master’s degree in Educational Leadership AGENDA • Introduction • Mission and Vision of Child Inc • 2025/2026 Program Highlights • Federal Grants • Funded Enrollment • Three-Year Enrollment Trends • Directly Operated and Partnership Locations • Partnership Models • Priorities for 2026/2027 School Year • Questions VISION TO CREATE A COMMUNITY WHERE ALL CHILDREN REGARDLESS OF INCOME HAVE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY TO BECOME INDEPENDENT AND SELF- SUFFICIENT ADULTS. MISSION TO PROVIDE HIGH QUALITY EDUCATION AND COMPREHENSIVE SUPPORT SERVICES FOR CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES WHILE SUPPORTING PERSONAL AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY IN THE COMMUNITIES WE SERVE. 2025/2026 Program • Received a grant from Travis County for $1.5 million to add two EHS classrooms at Forbes • Opened a Family Resource Center and a Training Center • Awarded $16,000 to opened a Sensory Motor Classroom • Established socialization space for home visiting program Highlights • Received $15,000 to establish a Teacher Learning Lab • Full enrollment for both Head Start, Early Head Start, EHS CCP, and United Way 1882 Partnership • Doubled United Way Payments: $443,834.97 an increase of $231,295.08 from the 24/25 school • Met 10% OHS disability requirements, clean audit, and increased percent of children being up-to-date on health outcomes Celebrating 54 Years of Service FEDERAL GRANTS • Two Federal grants • Head Start & Early Head Start 608 HS Slots 188 EHS Slots 12 Slots Home Base 176 Center Base • Early Head Start Child Care Partnership 56 EHS Slots Raising Travis County Grant • 16 0-3 slots Total Funded Enrollment: 868 children FEDERAL FUNDING Grantees are funded for 5-year periods Grantees receive 80% of what it cost to operate the program. There is a 20% federal match requirement called non-federal share. Programs that don’t achieve the match without a waiver are required to return funds Annual Continuation grant submissions Funded enrollment is expected with a 10% waitlist Programs who fail to meet funded enrollment for 4 consecutive months are placed on a federal enrollment plan If a program fails to meet enrollment requirements, the government will recoup funds Total Federal Award: $19,032,934.00 Federal Match: $4,758,233.00 …
CHILD INC HEAD START EARLY HEAD START TRAVIS COUNTY Early Childhood Council Meeting August 8, 2026 10:00 am to 11:30 am INTRODUCTIONS • Angela M. Lampkin • Executive Director, celebrating 1 year in Austin • Early Childhood Leadership and overall filed of work for 36 years • Born and raised in Milwaukee, WI • Master’s degree in Educational Leadership AGENDA • Introduction • Mission and Vision of Child Inc • 2025/2026 Program Highlights • Federal Grants • Funded Enrollment • Three-Year Enrollment Trends • Directly Operated and Partnership Locations • Partnership Models • Priorities for 2026/2027 School Year • Questions VISION TO CREATE A COMMUNITY WHERE ALL CHILDREN REGARDLESS OF INCOME HAVE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY TO BECOME INDEPENDENT AND SELF- SUFFICIENT ADULTS. MISSION TO PROVIDE HIGH QUALITY EDUCATION AND COMPREHENSIVE SUPPORT SERVICES FOR CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES WHILE SUPPORTING PERSONAL AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY IN THE COMMUNITIES WE SERVE. 2025/2026 Program • Received a grant from Travis County for $1.5 million to add two EHS classrooms at Forbes • Opened a Family Resource Center and a Training Center • Awarded $16,000 to opened a Sensory Motor Classroom • Established socialization space for home visiting program Highlights • Received $15,000 to establish a Teacher Learning Lab • Full enrollment for both Head Start, Early Head Start, EHS CCP, and United Way 1882 Partnership • Doubled United Way Payments: $443,834.97 an increase of $231,295.08 from the 24/25 school • Met 10% OHS disability requirements, clean audit, and increased percent of children being up-to-date on health outcomes Celebrating 54 Years of Service FEDERAL GRANTS • Two Federal grants • Head Start & Early Head Start 608 HS Slots 188 EHS Slots 12 Slots Home Base 176 Center Base • Early Head Start Child Care Partnership 56 EHS Slots Raising Travis County Grant • 16 0-3 slots Total Funded Enrollment: 868 children FEDERAL FUNDING Grantees are funded for 5-year periods Grantees receive 80% of what it cost to operate the program. There is a 20% federal match requirement called non-federal share. Programs that don’t achieve the match without a waiver are required to return funds Annual Continuation grant submissions Funded enrollment is expected with a 10% waitlist Programs who fail to meet funded enrollment for 4 consecutive months are placed on a federal enrollment plan If a program fails to meet enrollment requirements, the government will recoup funds Total Federal Award: $19,032,934.00 Federal Match: $4,758,233.00 …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER ADVISORY BOARD WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER 600 RIVER STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Michelle Rojas, 512-974-3771, Michelle.Rojas@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Angelica Navarro (D-8), Chair Hilario “Larry” Amaro (D-10), Member Lynda Quintana (D-6), Member Noemi Castro (D-2), Member Raul “Roy” Reyna (D-1), Member Alexander “Al” Duarte (D-7), Member Selma Sanchez (D-9), Member John Estrada (D-3), Member Vacant (D-4), Member Cynthia “Cy” Herrera (D-5), Member Lillian “Lily” Zamarripa-Saenz (Mayor), Vice Chair AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB- MACC) regular meeting of July 8, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing on July and August programs, marketing and outreach efforts, signature event planning, and staffing updates. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) Presenter(s): Olivia Tamzarian, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Marketing & Outreach Representative, Austin Arts Culture, Music, and Entertainment & Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager, Austin Arts Culture, Music, and Entertainment DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Presentation on the Process for Renaming City of Austin Facility Spaces. (Sponsors: Amaro, Navarro) Presenter(s): Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager, Austin Arts Culture, Music, and Entertainment WORKING GROUP UPDATES 4. Update from the Strategic Planning Working Group (Sponsors: Herrera, Zamarripa-Saenz) FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Michelle Rojas at the Austin Arts, Culture, Music and …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATIONS UNDER REVIEW FOR AUGUST 5, 2026 MEETING This list does not constitute a formal agenda and is subject to change. A final agenda will be posted at least 3 business days prior to the meeting. 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. Speaker Registration will open once the formal agenda is posted. For questions, please email preservation@austintexas.gov. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Historic Landmark Commission regular meeting on July 1, 2026. BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing on 1906-1908 Nueces St. regarding administrative approval of religious-owned property per State law by Austin Lukes, Planner Senior, Historic Preservation Office, Austin Planning. Briefing regarding updates on the project at 1010 E. Cesar Chavez St. by Ingrid Gonzalez Featherston, AIA, Senior Architect, MF Architecture. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 4. 5. PR-2026-008188 – 1005 E. 8th St. Robertson/Stuart & Mair Local Historic District Council District 1 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building. (Postponed by applicant on July 1, 2026) Applicant: Robbie MacGregor City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 HR-2026-090085 – 4412 Avenue B Hyde Park Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Rehabilitate the exterior of a contributing building and construct a rear addition. Applicant: Tere O’Connell City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 National Register Historic District Permit Applications 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. PR-2026-053670 – 1109 Travis Heights Blvd. Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building. (Postponed by HLC on July 1, 2026) Applicant: Gabe Joseph City Sta(cid:431): Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation O(cid:431)ice, 512-978-0766 PR-2026-059982 – 2009 Travis Heights Blvd. Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building. (Postponed by HLC on July 1, 2026) Applicant: Gabe Joseph City Sta(cid:431): Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation O(cid:431)ice, 512-978-0766 PR-2026-088618 – 1207 Bickler Rd. Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Construct a rear addition. Applicant: Clean Tag Permits City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 PR-2026-079349 – 706 E. Monroe St. Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS 301 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Historic Landmark 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, please use the QR code or link at the end of this document. For questions, please email preservation@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS BEN HEIMSATH, CHAIR (D-8) KEVIN KOCH (D-3) ROXANNE EVANS, VICE CHAIR (D-2) CARL LAROSCHE (D-6) JEFFREY ACTON (MAYOR) TONYA PLEASANT-WRIGHT (D-1) JAIME ALVAREZ (D-7) JUDAH RICE (D-4) HARMONY GROGAN (D-5) BAT TANIGUCHI (D-9) AUGUST HARRIS III (D-10) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Historic Landmark Commission regular meeting on July 1, 2026. BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing on 1906-1908 Nueces St. regarding administrative approval of religious-owned property per State law by Austin Lukes, Planner Senior, Historic Preservation Office, Austin Planning. Briefing regarding updates on the project at 1010 E. Cesar Chavez St. by Ingrid Gonzalez Featherston, AIA, Senior Architect, MF Architecture. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 4. 5. PR-2026-008188 – 1005 E. 8th St. Robertson/Stuart & Mair Local Historic District Council District 1 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building. (Postponed by applicant on July 1, 2026) Applicant: Robbie MacGregor City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Consider backup provided to determine need for total demolition versus opportunity for partial demolition or repair to the damaged existing structure. If more information or discussion is needed, postpone the public hearing to the September 2, 2026 Historic Landmark Commission meeting. HR-2026-090085 – 4412 Avenue B Hyde Park Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Rehabilitate the exterior of a contributing building and construct a rear addition. Applicant: Tere O’Connell City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Approve the Certificate …
2 – 1 HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION August 5, 2026 Briefing: Demolition Permit Applications for Property Owned by Religious Organizations 1906-1908 Nueces Street Purpose Texas Local Government Code § 211.0165 provides municipal authority for historic landmark designation. In 2019, the Texas Legislature amended that authority through House Bill 2496, 86 (R). In addition to introducing a supermajority requirement for landmark designation over owner objection, the bill mandated that property owned by a religious organization may not be designated without owner consent. Per the attached 2021 memo to the Historic Landmark Commission, to comply with city code and state law, the Historic Preservation Office must administratively approve all applications for the demolition or relocation of a building owned by a religious organization without first scheduling a hearing at the Historic Landmark Commission. At Regular Meetings, as necessary, staff provide the Commission with a briefing regarding any such action taken since the prior Commission meeting. Prior Action The two properties located at 1906 and 1908 Nueces Street, owned by a religious organization, were approved for demolition on July 16, 2026. The structure at 1906 Nueces St. was constructed in 1930, and the structure at 1908 Nueces St. was constructed in 1918. At both properties, total demolition of the structures are proposed. Demolition permit, 2026 3 – 2 3 – 3
URTH CAFFÈ HLC MTG August 5, 2026 PROJECT CONSIDERATIONS FOR REVIEW: 1. CONSTRUCTION WORK TO DATE • Historic wall is disconnected from the structure and is supported. • Forms are installed, and the form check survey is complete. • Exterior beams have been dug out. • Plumbers are currently installing waste water lines in the restaurant. • We are working to match the wood siding to a like kind. • Working on the plan and quote for refurbishing the existing windows CITY OF AUSTIN COMMUNICATION SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 — ARC REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING NOVEMBER 11, 2024 — ARC REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING DECEMBER 4, 2024 — HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION MEETING AND APPROVAL APRIL 28, 2025 — INITIAL PERMIT SUBMISSION JUNE 2, 2025 — RESUBMISSION 1 JULY 24, 2025 — RESUBMISSION 2 NOVEMBER 20, 2025 — RESUBMISSION 3 DECEMBER 13, 2025 — PERMIT APPROVAL MARCH 2, 2026 — SELECTIVE DEMOLITION START DATE MARCH 10, 2026 — STOP WORK ORDER ISSUED MARCH 25, 2026 -- 1010 E CESAR CHAVEZ BUILDING PERMIT SUBMITTED TO COA APRIL 1, 2026 -- HLC BRIEFING (Briefi ng related to on site conditions) APRIL 7, 2026 -- SPE UPDATE SUBMITTED TO COA FOR APPROVAL APRIL 8, 2026 -- ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE MTG APRIL 20, 2026 -- 1010 E CESAR CHAVEZ MCR COMMENTS RECEIVED (18 DAY TOTAL REVIEW @ COA) MAY 5, 2026 -- SPE APPROVED BY COA (21 DAY TOTAL REVIEW @ COA) MAY 7, 2026 -- 1010 E CESAR CHAVEZ BUILDING PERMIT RESUBMISSION (REVIEW IS ONGOING) MAY 8, 2026 -- 104 MEDINA ST. BUILDING PERMIT SUBMITTED TO COA MAY 21, 2026 -- 104 MEDINA ST BUILDING PERMIT APPROVED JUNE 5, 2026 -- 1010 E CESAR CHAVEZ ST BUILDING PERMIT APPROVED MAY 27, 2026 -- SITE MOBILIZATION RESUMED (SURVEY CONTROL POINTS & INITIAL FOUNDATION LAY- OUT ARE COMPLETE) JUNE 2026 -- GRADING & FOUNDATION PREP, SECURE EXISTING STRUCTURE FOR WORK JULY 2026 -- GRADING & FOUNDATION PREP, SECURE EXISTING STRUCTURE FOR WORK 2 URTH CAFFÈ HLC Mtg-August 5, 2026 FIRE RATED WALLS- PER PERMIT COMPLIANT WITH PER 2021 IBC, CHAPTER 705.5 EXISTING DESIGN - PER PERMIT EXISTING DESIGN - PER PERMIT RECONSTUCT WOOD-FRAMED WALLS AT LOCATIONS CORRESPONDING TO THE FOOTPRINT RECONSTUCT WOOD-FRAMED WALLS AT LOCATIONS CORRESPONDING TO THE FOOTPRINT OF THE FORMER BUILDING. PROVIDE WOOD TEARDROP SIDING TO MATCH THE ADJACENT OF THE FORMER BUILDING. PROVIDE WOOD TEARDROP SIDING TO MATCH THE ADJACENT EXISTING HISTORIC FACADE, INCLUDING PROFILE, WIDTH, …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Certificate of Appropriateness August 5, 2026 PR-2026-008188; GF-2026-025308 Robertson/Stuart & Mair Historic District 1005 East 8th Street 4 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1906 house listed as contributing to a local historic district. Architecture The house at 1005 East 8th St. was likely originally constructed as a single story building, with the sloping elevation of the site creating a crawlspace or cellar to the east side of the building footprint. Since its construction, this has been enclosed, and a rear addition built, increasing the enclosed area of the building. However, the U-shaped form and Folk Victorian elements still read legibly, and decorative elements, especially at the front porch and gable ends, remain present. The integrity of the architecture is strong and the property remains contributing to the Robertson/Stuart & Mair historic district. Research For the first 30 years after construction, the property went through a series of renters, made up of families and individuals employed by various local industries and services, including carpenters, foundry workers, and porters. The first long term owners were Ernest & Marie Kemp, who operated a local grocery. Marie Kemp continued to live at the address after her husband’s death, but by the 1950s, the property was vacant before becoming subdivided for oil industry and other professional offices. A third housing unit was added in 1970, indicating that this property continued use as residential rentals. An overnight fire occurred at the property on November 12th, 20251. Department Comments This application will time out on September 14, 2026. Property Evaluation The property contributes to the Robertson/Stuart & Mair Historic District. Staff Recommendation Consider backup provided to determine need for total demolition versus opportunity for partial demolition or repair to the damaged existing structure. If more information or discussion is needed, postpone the public hearing to the September 2, 2026 Historic Landmark Commission meeting. 1 “Firefighter injured in East Austin house fire, investigation underway”. https://cbsaustin.com/news/local/afd-responding-to- house-fire-in-east-austin-no-injuries-reported Location Map 4 – 2 Property Information Photos 4 – 3 Texas Historical Commission, photograph, May 29, 1975. The Portal to Texas History. Google Streetview, 2024 4 – 4 Site visit, showing fire damage (see backup for additional photos), May 2026 Occupancy History City Directory Research, March 2026 1959 1957 1955 1952 1949 1947 1944 1941 1939 1935 1932 1929 1927 1924 Offices: Norman Texas Company; Roche Oil Company; Pierre Aubuchon, engineer; Hamco Oil & Drilling …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Certificate of Appropriateness August 5, 2026 HR-2026-090085 Hyde Park Historic District 4412 Avenue B 5 – 1 Proposal Rehabilitate a National Register-listed property and construct a rear addition. Project Specifications 1) Repair and restore historic materials dating from or around original construction, including windows, siding, porches, and interior features. 2) Insulate the exterior walls by removing siding, installing insulation and a vapor barrier, then reinstalling the original siding. Where material is deteriorated, patching will occur with new material installed in least visible locations. 3) Construct an addition at the rear of the property, to be tied into the area of the structure historically used for services and back-of-house space. Architecture Constructed shortly before 1900, the two-story residence sits prominently on what was one of the rear blocks of the Hyde Park development. It features a visually octagonal front room that projects forward from one end towards the street, which is capped with a steep roof punctuated by several triangular gables decorated with ornamented flashing and millwork. Along most of the front of both the first and second floors, porches are present that once wrapped around the side of the house, which have since seen their sides enclosed. A steep metal roof above the second floor creates a prominent, tall structure that was very visible when it was first constructed, now settled in around neighboring trees and other structures. Research The property was constructed by Frank Taylor and Belle Ramsey, who lived there for almost 40 years. At this time, Frank Ramsey ran a horticulture business, where numerous cultivars of peaches, plums, and apples were grown and developed, both in greenhouses to the south of the property as well as in fields to the north, across what is today West 45th Street. Throughout their ownership, the Frank Ramsey gained notoriety across Texas and was referred to in newspapers as “the most widely known nurseryman of the Lone Star State.” After their deaths, the property stayed in the family for another ten years before being sold to Fred & Birdie Sturdivant, who were involved in the local dairy business. Design Standards The Hyde Park Design Standards are used to evaluate projects within the historic district. The following standards apply to the proposed project: 1. General Standards 1.1 Prevention of Demolition The proposed work will retain the overall structure and vast majority of historic material present at the …
