REGULAR MEETING OF THE WATER AND WASTEWATER COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2025 – 4:00 P.M. AUSTIN WATER HEADQUARTERS WALLER CREEK CENTER 625 E 10TH STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Water and Wastewater 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 Vicky Addie, 512-972-0332, vicky.addie@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Chris Maxwell-Gaines, Chair (District 8) Amanda Marzullo (District 3) Alex Navarro (District 2) Shwetha Pandurangi (District 6) Mike Reyes (District 4) Evan Wolstencroft (District 5) CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA Marcela Tuñón, Vice Chair (District 9) William Moriarty (Mayor) Alex Ortiz (District 7) Jesse Penn (District 1) Shannon Trilli (District 10) Speakers signed up to speak at the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Water and Wastewater Commission Regular meeting held November 12, 2025. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Recommend authorization of recurring exempted procurements under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 252 for utility locator notification services for Austin Water with Texas Excavation Safety System Inc. d/b/a Texas811, in a total amount not to exceed $200,000. Funding: $200,000 is available in the FY 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Water. STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. 4. 5. Staff briefing regarding Austin Water Strategic Plan Update. Presentation by Allison Orton Sprigg, Austin Water Enterprise Strategic Planning Manager Staff briefing regarding Water Forward 2024 Water Supply Strategies including aquifer storage and recovery and other water supply projects. Presentation by Marisa Flores- Gonzalez, Austin Water Resources Team Supervisor Staff briefing regarding Update on Austin Water’s Water Distribution System Water Loss and Mitigation. Presentation by Matt Cullen P.E., Austin Water Pipeline Engineering and Operations Support Division Manager COMMITTEE UPDATES 6. 7. Update from the Joint Sustainability Committee October 22, 2025 and November 19, 2025 meetings regarding conservation and sustainability initiatives. – Chair Chris Maxwell-Gaines Update from the Austin Integrated Water Resource Planning Community Task Force December 9, 2025 meeting regarding Water Forward Plan implementation. …
WATER AND WASTEWATER COMMISSION SPECIAL CALLED MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, November 12, 2025 The Water and Wastewater Commission convened in a special called meeting on November 12, 2025 at Waller Creek Center, 625 E 10th Street, Austin, Texas. Commission Members in Attendance: William Moriarty (remote), Alex Navarro, Alex Ortiz, Shwetha Pandurangi, Jesse Penn, Mike Reyes (remote), Shannon Trilli (remote), Vice Chair Marcela Tuñón, and Evan Wolstencroft Commission Members Absent: Amanda Marzullo and Chair Chris Maxwell-Gaines Vice Chair Tuñón called the Water and Wastewater Commission to order at 4:04 p.m. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Texas State Representative Stan Gerdes spoke in opposition to the proposed Aquifer Storage & Recovery Collaboration Agreement (Item 8). APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of minutes from the October 15, 2025 regular meeting of the Water and Wastewater Commission. The minutes were approved on Commissioner Pandurangi’s motion and Commissioner Navarro’s second on a 9-0 vote with two absences. DISCUSSION AND ACTION 2. Recommend approval of a contract for Wallace and Tiernan parts for critical equipment for Austin Water with Environmental Improvements, Inc. for an initial term of two years with up to three one-year extension options in an amount not to exceed $1,261,600. Funding: $231,293 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Water. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Recommended on Commissioner Wolstencroft’s motion and Commissioner Pandurangi’s second on a 9-0 vote with two absences. 3. Recommend approval of a contract for construction services for the Northwest Area Lift Station Improvements: Four Points Center Lift Station with Facilities Rehabilitation, Inc., in the amount of $3,774,900.00 plus a $377,490.00 contingency for a total contract amount not to exceed $4,152,390.00. Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. Recommended on Commissioner Penn’s motion and Commissioner Navarro’s second on an 8-0 vote with Commissioner Pandurangi recusing and two absences. 4. Recommend approval of an amendment to the contract for engineering services for the Center Street Pump Station Replacement and Electrical Improvements project with CDM Smith, Inc., in the amount of $6,000,000 for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $12,000,000. Funding: $6,000,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. Recommended on Commissioner Wolstencroft’s motion and Commissioner Pandurangi’s second on an 8-0 vote with Commissioner Reyes recusing and two absences. Page 1 of 3 5. Recommend approval of a resolution authorizing the defeasance of certain outstanding Water and Wastewater …
Item 2 Water & Wastewater Commission: December 10, 2025 Council: December 11, 2025 Posting Language ..Title Recommend authorization of recurring exempted procurements under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 252 for utility locator notification services for Austin Water with Texas Excavation Safety System Inc. d/b/a Texas811, in a total amount not to exceed $200,000. Funding: $200,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Water. ..De Lead Department Austin Water. Fiscal Note $200,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Water. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: December 10, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. MBE/WBE: Sole source services are exempt from the City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program); therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. Purchasing: Sole Source. Additional Backup Information: Austin Water (AW) routinely uses this sole source utility locator service, as required by Texas Utilities Code, Title 5, Chapter 251, which states that AW must use a notification center service to locate and mark utility lines in a right-of-way prior to performing any excavation activities. These services provide an additional layer of security for all underground utilities by placing a physical mark on the pavement to assist the excavator in locating the utility, while allowing precautions to be taken while operating near marked utilities. With increased construction expected around the City, excavations and directional bores are expected to increase every year. While these sole source services are exempt from competitive procurement law, these routine transactions can exceed the City Manager’s authority when aggregated over an entire fiscal year. The previous contract for this service expired on July 22, 2025, and this action will allow for purchases on an as-needed basis. The authorization amount for this request was determined using departmental estimates based on historical spending.
Strategic Plan Update Allison Orton Sprigg, Enterprise Strategic Planning Manager, Austin Water Water and Wastewater Commission December 10, 2025 Austin Water’s Strategic Plan The Why The What The Intention The Process The Project Project Timeline Engagement & Results Plan Goals & Strategies Plan Alignment Next Steps 2 Why we refreshed our Strategic Plan? Shaping the future beyond 2020... Extreme Weather Events & External Evaluations This plan reflects our evolving environment: Climate change Population growth Workforce sustainability Community & Staff priorities 3 What will this new plan do? Blueprint for Austin Water Decision-making framework Communications tool Builds connections Enables sharing of knowledge and expertise Incorporates and aligns all existing plans Long-range and flexible 4 The Intention Thoughtful Flexible Transparent Inclusive Considers: Austin Water staff input Community input Equity Climate resilience Accessible and informative 5 The Process “Ground-Up” Feedback All levels of Austin Water The community we serve Tactics Focus Groups Surveys Listening Sessions 6 Project Timeline Jan-April 2024 Aug-Dec 2024 March 2025 May 2025 July 2025 Q1FY26 Procurement Project Kick-off Staff Engagement Community Engagement AW Internal Follow-up Plan Launch! Council Approval Contract Executed Staff Engagement Executive Retreat Community Engagement Goals, Strategies & Alignment July 2024 Jan–Feb 2025 April 2025 June 2025 Aug–Sep 2025 7 Robust Engagement and Input Surveys Employee Outreach 8 9 Result: New Mission, Vision and Goals Mission Austin Water works every day to provide water for people and care for the environment. Vision Building Austin’s water future, together Five Goals 10 Goal: Create a people-first culture. Strategies: Culture Training Employee Care Internal Communication and Engagement Technical Depth American Water Works Association 2025 Wendall LaDue Utility Safety Award 11 Goal: Deliver high-quality and sustainable water, wastewater and environmental services for our customers. Strategies: Technical Expertise Enterprise Performance Knowledge Sharing Resource Management Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies 2025 Sustainable Water Utility Management Award 12 Goal: Invest in and maintain dependable infrastructure and systems. Strategies: Forward-Looking Smart Systems Future-Ready Sustainability Incremental Escalation National Association of Clean Water Agencies 2025 Platinum Peak Performance Award 13 Goal: Foster public confidence, preparedness …
Water Loss and Mitigation Briefing Austin Water | Water and Wastewater Commission | Dec. 10, 2025 Matt Cullen, P.E. Agenda Agenda • Overview • Water Loss Factors – 2023-2024 • Actions to Reduce Water Loss • Next Steps Overview Austin Water’s water distribution system includes: 4,018 miles of pipeline Pipes range in size from 2-inch to 84-inch diameter Our multi-pronged approach to reduce sources of water loss: On-going participation in industry best practices and innovations Fast response to reported leaks Infrastructure renewal investments Proactive leak detection 3 Water Loss Trends 10.00 9.00 8.00 7.00 6.00 5.00 4.00 3.00 2.00 1.00 FY 08 FY 09 FY 10 FY 11 FY 12 FY13 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Infrastructure Leakage Index (ILI) 4 Water Loss & ILI Terms ILI is an industry performance indicator calculated as the ratio of Current Annual Real Losses to Unavoidable Annual Real Losses Real Losses: Water lost from system leaks and pressure-related issues.(cid:3031)(cid:3031) Unavoidable Annual Real Losses: The theoretical minimum level of water loss through all feasible leakage control efforts, regardless of cost. Unavoidable Loss is based on system-specific factors: miles of water mains number of service connections average annual system pressure Apparent Losses: Water that is distributed to a user but isn't accurately measured or billed. Results in lost revenue rather than a physical loss of water. 5 Water Loss Factors 2023 – 2024 30% increase in calculated water loss attributed to: Improvement in production flow measurement (0.5-1.0 billion gallons, or a 7-14% increase) Updated reporting of municipal water use (0.816 billion gallons, or an 11% increase) Increased “Real” Real Loss (0.376-0.876 billion gallons, or a 5-12% increase) 6 Actions to Reduce Water Loss In 2023, Black & Veatch was contracted to analyze our Water Loss Program The final 2024 Black & Veatch Report offered 32 recommendations: 11 are Complete or Operationalized 17 are In Progress 4 have prerequisite items that are In Progress 7 Leak Detection Practices Evaluate entire system every 6 years Explore more targeted approaches Continue large diameter leak detection & condition assessment Complete leak detection SOPs that include: Contract standards Data management Ongoing staff training Piloting new technologies Inspecting ARV’s, valves & vaults on …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2025, AT 4:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, CONFERENCE ROOM 1401 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Historic Landmark Commission may be participating by videoconference. 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. KEVIN KOCH JAIME ALVAREZ HARMONY GROGAN CURRENT COMMISSIONERS AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order 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 Architectural Review Committee Regular meeting on November 12th, 2025. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 702 Winflo Dr. West Line National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: New construction. Applicant: Roy Jensen 419 Congress Ave. Congress Avenue National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Partially demolish, rehabilitate, and reconstruct building. Applicant: Mindy Radike PR-2025-121780 – 1105 Maufrais St. West Line National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: New construction. Applicant: Mike Watson 514 E. Monroe St. Travis Heights National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: New construction. Applicant: Roy Jensen DA-2025-141132 – 906 W. 22nd St. Council District 9 Proposal: Demolish a circa 1927 building. Applicant: Justin Cadieux 2117 W. 49th St. Rosedale School Council District 7 Proposal: Total demolition and reconstruction of W. 49th St. façade using original masonry bricks. Applicant: Leah Bojo PR-2025-138065 – 907 E. 13th St. Council District 1 Proposal: Demolish a house constructed between circa 1873 and 1884. Applicant: Charlie Jones 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 …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2025, AT 4:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, CONFERENCE ROOM 1401 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Historic Landmark Commission may be participating by videoconference. 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. X KEVIN KOCH JAIME ALVAREZ X HARMONY GROGAN CURRENT COMMISSIONERS DRAFT MINUTES 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 Architectural Review Committee Regular meeting on October 8th, 2025. MOTION: Approve the October 8th meeting minutes. Motion by Commissioner Koch. Commissioner Grogan seconded the motion. Vote 2-0. The motion passed. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. C14H-2003-0007 - 1504 West Lynn St. Violet Crown Council District 10 Proposal: New ornamental landscape fence to aid with privacy from the neighboring multi- family building. Applicant: Caitlyn Bailey The applicant did not attend. C14H-1977-0012-a – 712 Congress Ave. Walter Tipps Building Council District 9 Proposal: Three-story addition to create hotel. Applicant: Dustin Mehaffey The applicant did not attend. C14H- 2014-0007 – 3805 Red River St. McFarland House Council District 9 Proposal: Installation of sign. Applicant: Lindsey Derrington The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. 2310 Windsor Rd. Old West Austin National Register Historic District Council District 10 Proposal: Small addition and remodel to the existing main residence and garage Applicant: Reed Critendon The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. 2117 W. 49th St. Rosedale School Council District 7 Proposal: Total demolition and reconstruction of W. 49th St. façade using original masonry bricks. Applicant: Leah Bojo The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 7. Vote to approve the 2026 regular meeting schedule of the Architectural Review Committee. MOTION: …
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON AGING WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2025 AT 12:00 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS & COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Commission on Aging 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, 512-974-3568, Ryan.Sperling@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Richard Bondi, Chair Teresa Ferguson, Vice Chair Austin Adams Suzanne Anderson Martin Kareithi Faith Lane Fred Lugo Gloria Lugo Judi L Nudelman Jennifer Scott AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Luan Tran Preston Tyree Henry Van de Putte Selina Yee 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 Commission on Aging regular meeting of November 12, 2025. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation regarding the Intergenerational Day Center Initiative. Presentation by Dr. Jacqueline L. Angel, Wilbur J. Cohen Professor of Health and Social Policy and Professor of Sociology; and Alice Mendoza, Sophie Drelinski, and Kiere Caston, Graduate Students, University of Texas at Austin LBJ School of Public Affairs. 3. Presentation regarding the development of a report to understand and address disparities in community conditions across neighborhoods and feedback. Presentation by Gary Aaron, Business Process Consultant Sr. and Shivani Datar, Business Process Specialist, Austin Equity & Inclusion. 4. Update regarding topics discussed at the December 3, 2025 Joint Inclusion Committee meeting as related to the Commission on Aging. 5. Discussion regarding the status of the Commission on Aging’s FY2025-2026 budget recommendations and the City’s upcoming FY2026-2027 budget process. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Approve the formation of a FY2026-27 Budget Recommendation Working Group to provide budget recommendations for the City of Austin’s FY2026-27 Budget. 7. Approve changes to working group membership. 8. Approve a recommendation to City Council to change the icon for “65 and older” on the City Demographers website. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 9. Update from the Quality-of-Life Study Working Group sharing the current status and the expected path forward. FUTURE …
REGULAR CALLED MEETING OF THE ETHICS REVIEW COMMISSION DECEMBER 10, 2025, AT 6:00 P.M. AUSTIN ENERGY HEADQUARTERS, MUELLER ASSEBLY ROOM, #1111a 4815 MUELLER BOULEVARD AUSTIN, TEXAS 78723 Some members of the Ethics Review Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Lizette Benitez at (512) 974-2915 or Lizette.benitez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: William Ross Pumfrey, Chair Luis Figueroa Haksoon Andrea Low Jordan Preddy Brittany Sharkey, Vice Chair Patrick Keel Wallace Lundgren District 5 – Vacancy District 1 – Vacancy William King Brian McGiverin AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Ethics Review Commission Regular Called meeting on September 24, 2025. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. Set and adopt the revised Ethics Review Commission regular meeting calendar for 2026. Declare a vacancy in the office of secretary and hold emergency election to fill the vacancy. Potential changes to the membership of the Working Group to Review ERC Complaints Process (Members: Low, Materne, and Preddy). WORKING GROUP UPDATE 5. Update from the Working Group to Review and Revise ERC bylaws. 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 Lizette Benitez or Caroline Webster at the Law Department, at (512) 974-2268, to request service or for additional information; TTY users’ route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Ethics Review Commission, please contact Caroline Webster at (512) 974-1353. For the 2024 meeting schedule, agendas, and additional information about the Commission, see: Ethics Review Commission | AustinTexas.gov. ERC STANDARD PUBLIC …
Commission on Aging REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, November 12, 2025 The Commission on Aging convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room 1101, 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Vice Chair Ferguson called the Commission on Aging Meeting to order at 12:15 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Teresa Ferguson (Vice Chair) Faith Lane Gloria Lugo Judi Nudelman Luan Tran Henry Van de Putte Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Suzanne Anderson Martin Kareithi Fred Lugo Jennifer Scott Preston Tyree Selina Yee PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Dr. Obiageli Chukwuneke – Equitable Aging for Older African Immigrants APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Commission on Aging regular meeting of October 8, 2025. The minutes of the October 8, 2025 meeting were approved on Commissioner Motion Van de Putte’s motion, Commissioner Scott’s second on an 11-0-1 vote. Commissioner Gloria Lugo abstained. Chair Bondi and Commissioner Adams were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 1. Presentation regarding the status of the Quality of Life Survey. Presentation by Emily D. Tisdale, M.Ed., Executive Director, University of Indianapolis Center for Aging & Community; and 1 Amanda Heckelsberg Wolfe, M.A., Senior Project Director, University of Indianapolis Center for Aging & Community. The presentation was provided by Amanda Heckelsberg Wolfe, M.A., Senior Project Director, University of Indianapolis Center for Aging & Community. 2. Presentation regarding cuts to Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for older adults. Presentation by Beth Corbett, Vice President of Government Affairs + Advocacy, Central Texas Food Bank. The presentation was provided by Beth Corbett, Vice President of Government Affairs + Advocacy, Central Texas Food Bank. Commissioners Tyree, Anderson, and Lane left the dais during this item. 3. Discussion regarding the progress of Resolution 20250605-084. Discussion was held. 4. Discussion regarding feedback on the Aging Boldly Conference. Discussion was held. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Approve the formation of a working group to perform an in-depth analysis of the Quality of Life Survey Report to fully understand the report and associated recommendations. The motion to approve the formation of a working group to perform an in-depth analysis of the Quality of Life Survey Report to fully understand the report and associated recommendations was approved on Commissioner Van de Putte’s motion, Commissioner Nudelman’s second on a 9-0 vote. Commissioners Anderson, Lane, and Tyree were off the dais. Chair Bondi and Commissioner Adams were absent. Members: Commissioners Nudelman, Tran, Gloria …
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Commission on Aging Recommendation Number: 20251210-008: Older Adult Icon on City Demographer Website WHEREAS, the City of Austin has formally committed to becoming an Age-Friendly City through its adoption and continued implementation of the Age-Friendly Austin Action Plan (AFAP), which emphasizes creating a community where older adults are respected, included, and supported across all domains of livability 1; and WHEREAS, the Austin City Council has issued multiple proclamations recognizing Ageism Awareness Day in recent years 2, affirming the City’s commitment to combating ageism and challenging harmful stereotypes associated with aging; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin’s broader Equity and Inclusion goals call for policies, practices, and public communications that avoid stereotypes and promote fair, inclusive, and accurate representation of all residents; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin Demographic Website currently uses a human figure with a cane as the icon to represent the population “65 and over” 3; and WHEREAS, the Commission on Aging finds that this imagery, while likely unintentional, reinforces outdated and harmful stereotypes that equate aging solely with frailty, infirmity, and physical decline; and WHEREAS, Austin’s older adult population is diverse, active, and engaged, including workers, caregivers, volunteers, artists, entrepreneurs, and community leaders who contribute significantly to the social, cultural, and economic life of the City 4; and WHEREAS, the current icon does not reflect this diversity of experience nor align with the City’s age- friendly, equity-focused, and anti-ageism values; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Austin Commission on Aging formally recommends that the Austin City Council direct the appropriate City department(s) to: 1 https://www.idealist.org/en/government/84fca403523549ec9583c36ee83361f5-austin-public-healths-age-friendly-austin- austin?utm_source=chatgpt.com 2 https://services.austintexas.gov/edims/document.cfm?id=459764, https://austintx.new.swagit.com/videos/273298?ts=1436. 3 https://demographics-austin.hub.arcgis.com/#profiles. 4 https://services.austintexas.gov/edims/document.cfm?id=434253&utm_source=chatgpt.com, https://services.austintexas.gov/edims/document.cfm?id=453915&utm_source=chatgpt.com. Page 1 of 2 • Replace the existing “65 and over” icon on the City of Austin Demographic Website with a neutral, inclusive, non-stereotypical image that does not imply physical limitation or infirmity; and • Ensure that the replacement icon aligns with the City’s Age-Friendly Austin principles, Equity and Inclusion goals, and anti-ageism commitments; and • Include the Commission on Aging and older adult stakeholders in reviewing and selecting the replacement icon; and • Establish internal guidance or standards for how older adults are visually represented across City web platforms, publications, and data tools to prevent future age-based stereotyping. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Commission on Aging affirms that this recommended change is a low- cost, high-impact action that meaningfully advances the City’s public commitment to respect, …
1 THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS BOND PROPOSAL Repurpose Sims Elementary into an Intergenerational Day Center 2 THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS VISION & PURPOSE Convert Sims Elementary building into a low-cost Intergenerational Day Center ● ● ● Community hub for services Familiar location and near bus stops Convenient location for families who take care of children and their parents Revitalize an underutilized community resource ● ● Opportunities for older adults and children to interact Older adults can share their talents such as gardening or painting 3 THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS COMMUNITY NEED As the aging population grows, so does the need for quality caregivers Austin has limited adult day services Higher dependency ratio puts more pressure on working-age adults 4 THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS EQUITY & COMMUNITY BENEFITS ● Support low-income and ‘sandwiched’ caregivers ○ ○ Convenient location for families who take care of children and their parents Provide respite for caregivers ● Austin’s Age-Friendly and Livability goals ○ ○ Austin’s commitment to becoming “the most livable city for all identities” Expands access, removing barriers, and fostering inclusion ● ● Current resources are geographically concentrated with uneven access. Fragmented resources–co-location matters 5 THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS BUDGET, FEASIBILITY, AND PUBLIC- PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS Proposed Bond Amount: $20 million St. David’s Foundation P3s: ● ● Meals on Wheels ● Community Non-Profits Through a multi-sectoral approach we will build partnerships, the center will share operational responsibilities and engage in networks aimed at older adults, caregivers, and families. - - - Lowers capital and operational expenses Builds public confidence Supports long-term continuity of services 6 THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS EVALUATION AND SUSTAINABILITY ● Community Based Participatory Research ○ ○ Routine surveys Program updates ● Annual Activity and Evaluation Report ○ ○ ○ Co-production Community outreach & impact Achievements & insights ● Accountability ○ ○ Participant steering committee Aging and IDC Coalition initiative is an emerging oversight and learning network! 7 THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS POLICY ALIGNMENT 1. RESOLUTION 84 2. Age-Friendly Action Plan ● ● Expand intergenerational programming Address underfunded recreational centers ● Measurable progress ○ ○ ○ Proposed assisted living Community support Social inclusion 3. Texas Aging Strategic Plan FY 2025-2030 ● ● Improve access to services Increase cross-agency collaboration to streamline accessibility and eligibility 8 THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS POLICY ALIGNMENT 4. Intergenerational Day Center 5. Efficiency & Impact ● Close access gaps Transportation access ○ ○ Neighborhood cohesion Affordable childcare ○ …
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Water Forward 2024 Water Forward 2024 Water Supply Strategies Water Supply Strategies Austin Water | 12/10/2025 Water and Wastewater Commission Water Forward 2024 Water Supply Strategies Water Forward 2024 (WF24) Supply Strategies Overview Adaptive Management Approach WF24 Year One Implementation Updates by Strategy Aquifer Storage and Recovery Brackish Groundwater Desalination Indirect Potable Reuse Lake Walter E. Long Other Related Efforts Next Steps 2 Water Forward 2024 Supply Strategies Overview Water Forward 2024 Portfolio Utility-Side Water Loss Control • Production meter improvements • Expanded active leak detection programs • Additional analysis of smart meter data Customer Side Water Use Management • Expanded customer incentives for conservation • Use of smart meter data for customer-side leak identification, education, and outreach • Water use budgeting Native & Efficient Landscapes • New landscape ordinances & incentives • • Irrigation efficiency incentives Landscape conversion programs Non-Potable Reuse • Onsite Water Reuse Systems • Decentralized Reclaimed • Centralized Reclaimed 4 Water Supply Storage Aquifer Storage and Recovery Potable Reuse Indirect Potable Reuse New Water Supplies Brackish Groundwater Desalination Lake Walter E. Long On Channel Reservoir Strategies reliant on Colorado River and LCRA supplies 4 Water Supply Strategies 2030 - 2080 Portfolios All volumes in max annual yield, acre-feet per year Strategy 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070 2080 Aquifer Storage and Recovery Lake Walter E. Long Reservoir 0 0 44,500 44,500 44,500 44,500 44,500 18,300 18,300 18,300 18,300 18,300 Indirect Potable Reuse *** *** 22,400 22,400 22,400 22,400 Brackish Groundwater Desalination TOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 20,000 40,000 62,800 85,200 85,200 105,200 125,200 5 Adaptive Management Approach Water Forward 2024 Adaptive Management Approach Update plan every five years using an adaptive management approach Between updates: Implement, evaluate and adjust strategies Plan alternate pathways to respond to lessons learned and changing conditions 7 Adaptive Management Approach Excerpt from the Water Forward 2024 Plan Metric Annual strategy yield Strategy implementation progress Combined lake storage Adaptation Triggers Annual strategy yield falls below target levels for two years in a row Progress falls behind action timeline Combined lake storage remains below 750,000 AF for four months or longer Possible Adaptation Actions • Identify supply project delivery methods and tasks that can be accelerated • Evaluate possible alternative supply project configurations or approaches • Accelerate implementation of emergency supply strategies • Re-evaluate staffing and funding levels for projects …
Mapping Opportunity Gary Aaron | Business Process Consultant Sr. Shivani Datar | Business Process Specialist City of Austin's Commitment In every community, there are conditions—some visible, others deeply embedded—that shape how people live, work, and move through the city. Austin is committed to becoming the most livable city for all identities… Mobility Index The City is developing an index to better align department priorities with community priorities. This index will help: Identify neighborhood- level conditions that affect people’s daily lives Identify where barriers to opportunity persist Guide service delivery and decision-making with data and community insight Purposeful Design Neighborhood-level conditions are grouped into themes Reflect core dimensions of community life Organize conditions into actionable categories Identify shared needs and track progress ex. Limited English Proficiency ex. Median Household Income Belonging & Mobility Livelihood & Work Health & Well Being ex. Access to Health Insurance Indicators Health & Wellbeing ⚬ Access to Health Resources ￭ Percent uninsured ￭ Percent of children in poverty ⚬ Functional and Physical Health Context ￭ Residents with a disability ￭ Estimated Annual Loss Due to Environmental Hazard & Weather Livelihood & Work ⚬ Economic Stability Indicators ￭ Median household income ￭ Is this tract in concentrated poverty? ￭ Underemployment rate ⚬ Housing Stability and Cost Burdens ￭ Eviction Rate ￭ Percent living in poverty ￭ Percent of income spent on utilities Belonging & Mobility ⚬ Social Inclusion and Access ￭ Percent of households that speak limited English ￭ Percent of households with no internet access ￭ Percent of population aged 65+ with an ambulatory difficulty ⚬ Education, Environment, and Household Supports ￭ Percent of people with less than a high school diploma ￭ Percent of people with low physical activity ￭ Household Support Risk Score Building Together | Listening to What Matters Most to Our Community ❖What do you see as the most important issues or opportunities in your community today? ❖In your view, what are the key drivers of success or opportunity in your community? ❖What changes would have the greatest impact on mobility and opportunity in your community? Thank You!
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CONSTRUCTION ADVISORY COMMITTEE TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2025, AT 10:00 A.M. ONE TEXAS CENTER, DIRECTORS CONFERENCE ROOM 505 BARTON SPRINGS ROAD, 13TH FLOOR AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Construction Advisory Committee may be participating by videoconference. If televised, 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 Vanessa Ibanez, 512-974-1058, vanessa.ibanez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Clint Chapman, Chair Michelle Dahlstrom Abigail Leighton Ryna Pollack CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Riley Drake, Vice Chair Mustafa Khan Bianca Medina-Leal Calvin Williams AGENDA 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 Construction Advisory Committee Regular Meeting on August 12, 2025. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing on Austin Capital Delivery Services updates regarding active projects, monthly CIP spend, projects awarded and upcoming bid opportunities. Presentation by Genest Landry, Assistant Director, Austin Capital Delivery Services. DISCUSSION ITEMS. 3. Presentation by Austin Development Services regarding the Expedited Permitting Process. Presentation by Christopher Perez. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. Discussion and approval of the 2026 annual schedule of the Construction Advisory Committee. 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 Vanessa or Ibanez vanessa.ibanez@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. Austin Capital Delivery Services Department, 512-974-1058 at at For more information on the Construction Advisory Committee, please contact Vanessa Ibanez at 512-974-1058 or vanessa.ibanez@austintexas.gov.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION (CDC) MEETING DECEMBER 9, 2025 – 6:30 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS - ROOM 1101 301 W 2ND STREET, 78701 AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the CDC 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 Miguel Lopez, (512) 975-1575, Miguel.lopez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Noe Elias, Chair Nyeka Arnold Tisha-Vonique Hood Raul E. Longoria Cassandra Medrano Jo Anne Ortiz Lyric E. Wardlow AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Jenny E. Achilles, Vice Chair Taniquewa S. Brewster Cynthia Jaso Sonia Martinez Valerie Menard Ebonie Trice 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 CDC Regular meeting on November 18th, 2025. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) activities and outcomes. Presentation by Angel Zambrano, Program Manager III, Austin Public Health. 3. Staff briefing regarding Austin Housing activities and programs. Presentation by Nefertitti Jackmon, Community Displacement Prevention Officer, Austin Housing. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. 5. 6. Discussion on “Mapping Displacement: Gentrification and Displacement in Austin”. Discussion led by Genesis Pedraza, Madi Gutierrez and Alexia Leclercq from Land-Justice Community School. Question and concerns about HUD federal reporting and community engagement processes. Discussion led by Vice Chair Jenny Achilles. Discussion on River Park Development and possible impact on the current communities. Discussion led by Vice Chair Jenny Achilles. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 7. 8. Discussion on CDC Staff Retreat and adoption of date and time. Discussion led by Vice Chair Jenny Achilles. Update from the CDC Elections and Onboarding Working Group and possible adoption of recommendation. Discussion led by Chair Noe Elias. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 9. Update regarding the recent activities of the CDC Strategy Working Group. Discussion led by Vice Chair Jenny Achilles. 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 …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2025, AT 6:30 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1405 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Building and Standards 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 Melanie Alley, 512-974-2679, dsdcredbsc@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Timothy Stostad, Chair Grant Gilker Myra Martinez Stephen Truesdell, Fire Marshal (Ex Officio) Michael Francis, Vice Chair Mia Ibarra Jeffrey Musgrove Lisa Garza Kurt Lockhart Raisch Tomlanovich 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 Building and Standards Commission Special Called meeting on October 29, 2025. PUBLIC HEARINGS New Case(s) The Commission will hear the following cases concerning alleged violations of the City’s Property Maintenance Code and may issue an order to vacate, relocate occupants, repair, demolish, or secure the premises; and may assess civil penalties: 2. Case Number: CL 2025-141760 Property address: 1601 Royal Crest Drive aka Mia Riverside Apartments aka 1516 Burton Drive / Owner: Mia Riverside LP Staff Presenter: Bryan Evans Staff recommendation: Obtain an evaluation of the wastewater system and a structural engineer’s report, and repair commercial multi-family structure currently in the Repeat Offender Program. 3. 4. Case Number: CL 2025-122786 Property address: 1115 Bastrop Hwy Svrd / Owner: Bound 2 Holdings LLC Staff presenter: Willis Adams Staff recommendation: Demolish commercial structure. Case Number: CL 2025-092983 Property address: 1215 E 52nd Street / Owner: Yellow 52 Investments LLC Staff presenter: Courtney Britt Staff recommendation: Repair commercial multi-family structure. Returning Case(s) The Commission will hear the following cases concerning alleged violations of the City’s Property Maintenance Code and may issue an order to vacate, relocate occupants, repair, demolish, or secure the premises; and may assess or modify a civil penalty: 5. Case Number: CL 2025-071669, CL 2025-071621, CL 2025-068090, CL 2025 071660, CL …
REGULAR CALLED MEETING OF THE AUSTIN INTEGRATED WATER RESOURCE PLANNING COMMUNITY TASK FORCE TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2025, AT 12 P.M. WALLER CREEK CENTER, ROOM 104 625 EAST 10TH STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Austin Integrated Water Resource Planning Community (Water Forward) Task Force 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 remotely, contact Emily Rafferty, Emily.rafferty@austintexas.gov. telephone. To to speak register CURRENT TASK FORCE MEMBERS: Jennifer Walker, Chair Robert Mace, Vice Chair Bill Moriarty Leah Martinsson Hani Michel Madelline Mathis Paul DiFiore AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES Perry Lorenz Sarah Faust Todd Bartee 1. Approve the minutes of the Austin Integrated Water Resource Planning Community Task Force Regular Called meeting on October 14, 2025. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. 4. Staff briefing regarding Lower Colorado River and Highland Lakes water supply conditions. Presentation by Emily Rafferty, Program Manager, Austin Water. Staff briefing regarding Q3 Water Management Strategy Presentation by Kevin Kluge, Water Conservation Division Manager, Austin Water. Staff briefing regarding Water Forward 2024 water supply strategies, including implementation of Austin Water’s aquifer storage and recovery project. Presentation by Marisa Flores Gonzalez, Water Resources Team Supervisor, Austin Water. Implementation Report. 5. Staff briefing regarding Water Forward Task Force administrative items. Presentation by Marisa Flores Gonzalez, Water Resources Team Supervisor, Austin Water. 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 Emily Rafferty at Austin Water Department, at 512-972-0427 or Emily.rafferty@austintexas.gov, to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Austin Integrated Water Resource Planning Community Task Force, please contact Emily Rafferty at 512-972-0427 or Emily.rafferty@austintexas.gov.
