BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2026-0041 BOA DATE: Monday, November 9th, 2026 ADDRESS: 8402 Kimble Cv OWNER: Luke & Cherry Scarmardo COUNCIL DISTRICT: 4 AGENT: N/A ZONING: SF-3-NP (Wooten) LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 7 BLK A WOOTEN TERRACE SEC 1 VARIANCE REQUEST: Land Development Code, Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) (D) from setback requirements for a front setback of 25 feet (required) to 20 feet on right side and 13 ft on left side (requested). SUMMARY: attach a carport ISSUES: original 1-car garage converted prior to my purchase in 1981. ZONING LAND USES Site North South East West SF-3-NP SF-3-NP SF-3-NP SF-3-NP SF-3-NP Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Neighborhoods Council Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Homeless Neighborhood Association North Austin Neighborhood Alliance Red Line Parkway Initiative Shoal Creek Conservancy Wooten Neighborhood Association Wooten Neighborhood Plan Contact Team ITEM02/1 October 28, 2026 Mrs.. Cherry Scarmardo 8402 Kimble Cv Austin TX, 78757 Property Description: LOT 7 BLK A WOOTEN TERRACE SEC 1 Re: C15-2026-0041 Dear Applicant, 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 8402 Kimble Cv . 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, Project Assistant Austin Energy Public Involvement | Real Estate Services 2500 Montopolis Drive Austin, TX 78741 (512) 322-6050 ITEM02/2 ITEM02/3 ITEM02/4 ITEM02/5 ITEM02/6 ITEM02/7 ITEM02/8 ITEM02/9
r-rr�on"I C,16-lOl&;-0041 Applicants: Luke and Cherry Scarmardo Property: Lot 7, Block A, Wooten Terrace Address: 8402 Kimble Cove, Austin, TX Request: Front-yard setback variance for attached carport Introduction Luke and Cherry request a variance to allow construction of a 12' x 18' attached carport extending over the existing driveway at the front of their home. The carport is designed to restore functional covered parking while maintaining compatibility with the neighborhood and preserving the architectural character of the property. Hardship & Practical Need The original one-car garage on the right side of the house was permanently transformed prior to their purchase July 1981 into a storage area and a smaller one-third garage space through installation of a permanent interior wall. This modification eliminated the ability to park a full-size vehicle inside the structure. As a result, the property no longer has any usable covered parking. Neighborhood Compatibility The carport aligns with the existing driveway and maintains the established streetscape. Its scale and placement are consistent with similar covered parking structures found throughout the neighborhood. The design avoids visual clutter, preserves sightlines, and maintains the low-profile appearance typical of Wooten Terrace homes. The 12-foot width matches the existing garage opening, and the 18-foot depth provides adequate vehicle coverage without extending excessively toward the street. Minimum Variance Necessary This request represents the minimum variance needed to restore functional covered parking to the property. The carport is limited to a single-vehicle width, placed entirely over the existing driveway. No alternative location on the lot would meet the functional need without creating greater impact or violating other setback requirements. Conclusion The proposed 12' x 18' carport is a practical, modest improvement that restores ess�ntial functionality lost due to the permanent interior modification of the original �arag�. It ts c�mpat1ble with the neighborhood, minimizes visual impact, and represents the least mtrusIve solution to meet the property's needs. Luke and Cherry respectfully request approval of this variance. ITEM02/1-PRESENTATION this is our driveway showing the curve of street ITEM02/2-PRESENTATION left side of house showing no possibility of building a carport ITEM02/3-PRESENTATION I right side showing no space to build a carport ITEM02/4-PRESENTATION
BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2026-0043 BOA DATE: Monday, November 9th, 2026 ADDRESS: 7606 Creston Ln OWNER: Di Yang Shi COUNCIL DISTRICT: 4 AGENT: N/A ZONING: SF-3-NP (Highland NP) LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 7 BLK A NORTHWAY CREST SEC 3 VARIANCE REQUEST: Land Development Code, Section 25-2-899 (Fences as Accessory Uses) to increase the height from six (6’) feet from natural grade (maximum allowed) to ten feet (10’) (requested). SUMMARY: erect a solid fence along interior sides (NW & NE) and rear (NW & N) property lines ISSUES: townhome complex bordering backyard ZONING LAND USES SF-3-NP Site SF-3-NP North SF-3-NP South SF-3-NP East West MF-3-NP Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Multi-Family NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Neighborhoods Council Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Highland Neighborhood Association Highland/Skyview Neighborhood Plan Contact Team Homeless Neighborhood Association North Austin Neighborhood Alliance ITEM03/1 Board of Adjustment General/Parking Variance Application DevelopmentATX.com | Phone: 311 (or 512-974-2000 outside Austin) For submittal and fee information, see austintexas.gov/digitaldevelopment WARNING: Filing of this appeal stops all affected construction activity. This application is a fillable PDF that can be completed electronically. To ensure your information is saved, click here to Save the form to your computer, then open your copy and continue. The Tab key may be used to navigate to each field; Shift + Tab moves to the previous field. The Enter key activates links, emails, and buttons. Use the Up & Down Arrow keys to scroll through drop-down lists and check boxes, and hit Enter to make a selection. The application must be complete and accurate prior to submittal. If more space is required, please complete Section 6 as needed. All information is required (if applicable). For Office Use Only Case # __________________ ROW # ___________________ Tax # ____________________ C15-2026-0043 0233130607 13780231 Section 1: Applicant Statement Street Address: __________________________________________________________________ Subdivision Legal Description: ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Lot(s): _________________________________ Block(s): _____________________________ Outlot: _________________________________ Division: _____________________________ Zoning District: ___________________________________________________________________ Council District: 4 SF-3-NP (Highland NP) I/We ________________________________________________ on behalf of myself/ourselves as authorized agent for ________________________________________________ affirm that on Month , Day , Year , hereby apply for a hearing before the Board of Adjustment for consideration to (select appropriate option below): Erect Attach Complete Remodel Maintain Other: ____________ Type of Structure: ______________________________________________________________ City of Austin | Board of Adjustment General/Parking Variance Application 2/9/22 | Page 4 of 8 ITEM03/2 Portion of the City of Austin Land Development Code applicant is seeking a variance from: ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ …
Fence Variance Request C15-2026-0043 7606 Creston Ln ITEM03/1-PRESENTATION Summary of Incidents and Grievances Over 7 Years ● Littering ○ Baby diapers, Trash bags, Doormats, Balls ■ We’ve caught a child having no issues tossing these over from the patio and when the parents were confronted, they could not care less ○ I’ve made calls to 311 but they’re unable to assist unless I film the act of littering occurring, but even then they explained enforcement would be difficult ● Harassment ○ Neighbors feel entitled to harass me while I’m reasonably enjoying my backyard ■ I was having a backyard fire in a smokeless fire pit and one of my neighbors aggressively yelled at us to stop our fire because she was not willing to close her windows and could not tolerate the smell of it ● Privacy and Functionality ○ ○ ○ ○ Neighbors will just stare at me and my housemates or guests while we’re in our living room and bedrooms Blocking off the windows would remove the main source of light in main living area of the house and bedrooms I believe specifically the condos behind my property have some elevated decks that go right up to the property line ■ I’ve seen photos of other units at that complex where it’s not elevated The fence is at guardrail height for neighbors while being 1.5-2 ft taller than my 6 ft fence ■ Essentially, they can lean their arms on them (I don’t believe all my neighbors are 7 feet tall). ITEM03/2-PRESENTATION View from ~10 ft from fence. A person standing at their window can easily see me even when I’m close to the fence. View from my living room. The top half of their living room TV is visible. Neighbors standing in their living rooms can easily see into my entire living room and multiple bedrooms. Trash discovered within a single week. Not as bad as regular used baby diapers and food waste. Still not great. ITEM03/3-PRESENTATION ITEM03/4-PRESENTATION
BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2026-0044 BOA DATE: Monday, November 9th, 2026 ADDRESS: 2106 E 8th St OWNER: Avery Construction, LLC COUNCIL DISTRICT: 1 AGENT: Billy Blackburn ZONING: SF-3-NP (Central East Austin) LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 15 BLK 22 GRANDVIEW PLACE VARIANCE REQUEST: LDC, Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) (D) & Section 25-2-943 (Substandard Lot) from lot size requirements decrease the minimum lot size from 5,750 square feet (required) to 5,627 square feet (requested) SUMMARY: erect a Two-Unit Residential Use ISSUES: protected-sized trees, skewed lot shape, & overhead lines ZONING LAND USES Site North South East West SF-3-NP SF-3-NP SF-3-NP SF-3-NP SF-3-NP Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Neighborhoods Council Blackshear-Prospect Hill Central Austin Concerned Architects Del Valle Community Coalition East Austin Conservancy El Concilio Mexican-American Neighborhoods Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Homeless Neighborhood Association Organization of Central East Austin Neighborhoods Overton Family Committee Preservation Austin ITEM04/1 October 23, 2026 Billy Blackburn 2106 E 8th St Austin TX, 78702 Property Description: LOT 15 BLK 22 GRANDVIEW PLACE Re: C15-2026-0044 Dear Billy, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance(s) from – LDC 25-2-492 and LDC 25-2-943 at address 2106 E 8th St., Austin, Texas, 78702. https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/land_development_code?nodeId=TIT25LADE_CH 25-2ZO_SUBCHAPTER_CUSDERE_ART1GEPR_S25-2-472BOADVAAU 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, Project Assistant Austin Energy Infrastructure Support Services 4815 Mueller Blvd Austin, TX 78723 512-972-8400 ITEM04/2 ITEM04/3 ITEM04/4 ITEM04/5 ITEM04/6 ITEM04/7 ITEM04/8 ITEM04/9 ITEM04/10 Board of Adjustment – Advance Packet Case: C15-2026-0044 Address: 2106 E. 8th Street, Austin, TX 78702 Hearing: November 9, 2026 Owner: Avery Construction LLC (Alan Avery) Agent: Billy Blackburn, To the Members of the Board of Adjustment: This packet supplements the application and survey on file for case C15-2026-0044. The request is a variance from LDC Sections 25-2-492 …
ITEM05/1 CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM06 DATE: Monday October 12, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0036 ____Y____Joseph El Habr (D1) ____Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ____Y____Corry L Archer-McClellan (D3) ____Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ____Y____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) ____Y____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) ____-____VACANT (D7) ____Y____Margaret Shahrestani-Vice Chair (D8) ____Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ____Y____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) ____Y____Jeffery L Bowen-Chair (M) ____-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) ____-____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ____-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Richard T Suttle Jr. OWNER: Erin Booth Derbas ADDRESS: 4107 LAKEPLACE LANE VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code: (cid:131) Section 25-2-551 (Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations) (B)(3) (a) to permit a tram (mechanical pedestrian access). And (cid:131) Section 25-2-551 (Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations) (E)(2) to permit 260 square feet development on a slope with a gradient of more than 35%, in order to maintain a tram in a “LA”, Lake Austin zoning district. For the above address the Subdivision Plat was recorded on March 25, 1915. Note: Land Development Code, Section 25-2-551 Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations {A} In this section: (1) SHORELINE means the 492.8 topographic contour line along the shores of Lake Austin. (2) SHORELINE SETBACK means a line parallel to the shoreline and at a distance from the shoreline that is prescribed in this section. (3) SHORELINE SETBACK AREA means an area between the shoreline and the shoreline setback. ITEM05/2 (B) This subsection specifies shoreline setbacks in a Lake Austin (LA) district. (1) The shoreline setback is: (a) 75 feet; or (b) 25 feet, if: (i) the lot is located in a subdivision plat recorded before April 22, 1982, or is a legal tract exempt from the requirement to plat; and (ii) the distance between the shoreline and the front lot line, or the property line of a l egal tract, is 200 feet or less. (E) This subsection specifies additional development standards based on a slope gradient in a Lake Austin (LA) district. (1) On a slope with a gradient of more than 15 percent; (a) vegetation must be restored with native vegetation, as prescribed by the Enviromental Criteria Manual, if it is disturbed or removed as a result of construction; and (b) construction uphill or downhill from the slope must comply with the Enviromental Criteria Manual. (2) on a slope with a gradient of more than 35 percent, development is prohibited except for the construction of a fence, driveway, road …
C15-2026-0036 4107 Lakeplace Lane ITEM05/1-PRESENTATION ITEM05/2-PRESENTATION Existing tram was constructed in approximately 2001 by a previous owner. ITEM05/3-PRESENTATION ITEM05/4-PRESENTATION ITEM05/5-PRESENTATION ITEM05/6-PRESENTATION Variances Requested: 1. Variance from Section 25-2-551(B)(3)(a) (Lake Austin District Regulations) to permit mechanical pedestrian ("LA") zoning district. access in a Lake Austin 2. Variance from Section 25-2-551(E)(2) (Lake Austin District Regulations) to permit development on a slope with a gradient of more than 35 percent. ITEM05/7-PRESENTATION Variances Findings: Reasonable Use: The zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: The shoreline setback area restrictions and additional development standards based on slope gradient regulations are only applicable to properties zoned Lake Austin residence district ("LA") and do not apply to other zoning districts along Lake Austin. Without the variances the property owner would not be able to access all areas of the property. ITEM05/8-PRESENTATION Variances Findings: Hardship: a. The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: The topography of the property between the residence and Lake Austin is steeply sloped and varies from 35% to over 1,500% with a vertical drop in excess of 60 feet which makes it extremely difficult to access the entire property without a tram. ITEM05/9-PRESENTATION Variances Findings: Hardship: b. The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: The property sits on a sheer vertical cliff verses rolling slopes that are more common along Lake Austin. There is also an abundance of large, mature tress that are heavily concentrated along the lake side. ITEM05/10-PRESENTATION Variances Findings: Area Character: 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: These variances would not alter the character of adjacent properties nor impair their use of their own property because the tram is located within a heavily vegetated area and cannot be seen by the adjacent neighbors. LA zoning allows for roads and driveways to be located within the shoreline setback area with a gradient of more than 35%, but due to the extreme topography on the subject property, these types of improvements are not feasible. A tram is required to access all of the property. ITEM05/11-PRESENTATION
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM07 DATE: Monday October 12, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0037 ____Y____Joseph El Habr (D1) ____Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ____Y____Corry L Archer-McClellan (D3) ____Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ____Y____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) ____Y____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) ____-____VACANT (D7) ____Y____Margaret Shahrestani-Vice Chair (D8) ____Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ____Y____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) ____Y____Jeffery L Bowen-Chair (M) ____-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) ____-____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ____-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Soren Aandahl OWNER: Shesh Aandahl ADDRESS: 714 POST OAK ST VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-779 (Small Lot Single-Family Residential Use) (J)(4) from gross floor area requirements to increase unit size from 2,300 square feet (maximum allowed) to 2,886 square feet (requested) in order to enclose an existing balcony to create conditioned bedroom space in a “SF-3-NP”, Single-Family-Neighborhood Plan zoning district (Bouldin Creek NP). Note: Land Development Code 25-2-779 Small Lot Single-Family Residential Use (A) This section applies to a small lot single-family residential use. (B) This section supersedes the base zoning district regulations to the extent of conflict. (C) Only one dwelling unit is permitted on a lot. (D) This subsection applies to small lot single-family residential use on a property zoned single-family residence small lot (SF-4A) district or less restrictive. (J) Gross Floor Area (1) This subsection applies to a property located within the area described in Subsection 1.2.1 of Subchapter F (Residential Design and Compatibility Standards). (2) GROSS FLOOR AREA means the total enclosed area of all floors in a building with a clear height of more than six feet, measured to the outside surface of the exterior walls, except as provided in this subsection. (3) The gross floor area may not exceed the greater of 1,650 square feet or a floor-to-area ratio of 0.55. (4) The maximum unit size is 2,300 square feet. Source: Ord. 041118-57; Ord. No. 20240516-006, Pt. 5, 5-27-24; Ord. No. 20250227-039, Pt. 2, 10-1-25. ITEM06/1 BOARD’S DECISION: September 14, 2026 Vice Chair’s motion to postpone to October 12, 2026, Board member Melissa Hawthorne second on 7-0 votes; POSTPONED TO OCTOBER 12, 2026, NOT ENOUGH BOARD MEMBERS FOR VOTING PURPOSES. October 12, 2026 The public hearing was closed by Chair Jeffery Bowen, Board member Melissa Hawthorne’s motion to postpone to November 9, 2026, Vice Chair Maggie Shahrestani second on 10-0 votes; POSTPONED TO NOVEMBER 9, 2026. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property does not allow …
Variance Presentation for Case Number C15-0037/714 Post Oak St. BOA Meeting date November 9, 2026 Good evening. My name is Ms. Shesh Aandahl. Thank you to the Board of Adjustment for giving us the opportunity to present our case. ITEM06/1-PRESENTATION First: Hardships. The subject property has several significant physical, topographical, and restrictive limitations which create hardships for modifying the house. These hardships are not general to other properties in the larger residential zoning districts in Austin. The following is a list of the physical hardships that deny reasonable use of the subject property: 1. The lot is small, measuring 5,250 square feet. 2. The lot is subject to both the City of Austin 25-year and 100-year flood plain regulations. Both of these flood plain regulations have posed physical restrictions and constraints on the current location and footprint of the house. These restrictions and regulations have strictly limited the entire location of the current house, leaving no room for additional lot coverage. 3. A significant portion of the rear lot area is restricted by a City of Austin Dedicated Drainage Easement. See site plan. The drainage easement does not allow any permanent buildings, sheds, fences, garages, patios, and walls and no trees can be planted. 4. The lot has an unusual and sizable topographical area where there is a steep drop off at the rear of the subject lot that significantly restricts the use of the lot. Together, these geographic and environmental lot restrictions and regulations create hardship barriers for standard home modifications and development. I would also note that the original footprint of the house was restricted by a large, protected tree that subsequently was removed. After a large limb fell on the subject house. An arborist confirmed that the tree was rotten in various places. ITEM06/2-PRESENTATION Second: The Impacts of Changing Balcony Space to Conditioned Bedroom Space. The requested variance is simply to change already existing balcony space to enclosed space. The idea to reallocate the balcony space to critically needed bedroom space was birthed by logical reasoning. Why leave a balcony in the existing footprint of the house to permanently remain as unconditioned and underutilized space when it could become more useful space? Further, given the lot’s hardships, there is nowhere else on the subject lot to add conditioned bedroom space. Finally, there appears to be negligible to no impact created by this altered use of existing space. …
BOA Monthly Report July 2026-June 2027 October 12, 2026 Granted 4 1. 25-2-1176 (Site Development Regulations for Docks, Marinas, and Other Lakefront Uses) (A) (1) to increase the dock length 2. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) (D) from setback requirements for a front setback 3. 25-2-899 (Fences as Accessory Uses) to increase the height 4. 25-10-124 (Scenic Roadway Sign District Regulations), (B) to allow more freestanding signs from one (1) (maximum allowed) to one (1) additional (requesting); a total of two free-standing signs Postponed 2 5. 25-2-551 (Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations) (B)(3) (a) to permit a tram (mechanical pedestrian access and 25-2-551 (Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations) (E)(2) to permit 260 square feet development on a slope 6. 25-2-779 (Small Lot Single-Family Residential Use) (J)(4) from gross floor area requirements to increase unit size Withdrawn 1 7. 25-2-551 (Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations) (C)(2) (a) from impervious requirements to increase the maximum impervious cover on a slope and25-2-551 (Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations) (E)(2) to decrease the impervious cover on a slope Denied 1 8. Subchapter F: Residential Design and Compatibility Standards, Article 2, Development Standards Section 2.1 (Maximum Development Permitted) to increase the F.A.R Discussion Items 6 Oct 2026 Interpretations Oct 2026 BAAP 0 new inquiries 0 (Added Oct12# 2026) The deposition of the case items: Granted Postponed Withdrawn Denied Discussion Items 9 12 1 1 21 Board members absent: NONE (2 vacant positions-alternate and regular) September 14, 2026 (All items postponed to Oct 12,2026 due to not having enough board members) Granted 0 Postponed 6 1. 25-2-1176 (Site Development Regulations for Docks, Marinas, and Other Lakefront Uses) (A) (1) to increase the dock length 2. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) (D) from setback requirements for a front setback 3. 25-2-551 (Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations) (C)(2) (a) from impervious requirements to increase the maximum impervious cover on a slope and 25-2-551 (Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations) (E)(2) to decrease the impervious cover on a slope 4. 25-2-899 (Fences as Accessory Uses) to increase the height 5. 25-2-551 (Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations) (B)(3) (a) to permit a tram (mechanical pedestrian access and 25-2-551 (Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations) (E)(2) to permit 260 square feet development on a slope 6. 25-2-779 (Small Lot Single-Family Residential Use) (J)(4) from gross floor area requirements to increase unit size Withdrawn Denied 0 0 Discussion Items 5 (postponed to Oct 12, 2026) Sept 2026 …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 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: Sarah Huddleston, D9 Jules Maron, Chair, D3 David Loignon, D10 Jennifer Daniel, Parliamentarian Dr. Paige Nilson, D4 Beatriz Dulzaides, D2 Erin Ferguson, D8 Sonal Patel, Travis County Whitney Holt, D5 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 October 12, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding monthly reports. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services and Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services. Staff briefing regarding donation fund closeout report. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services and Melissa Pool, Chief Administrative Officer, Austin Animal Services. 4. Staff briefing from 311 regarding the 311-phone application. Briefing given by Jerry Galvan, Vice President of Customer Care Services, Austin Energy. DICUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. 7. Approve the creation of a working group to review current foster onboarding materials. Approve the creation of a Serious Bodily recommendations to Council regarding SBI protocol. Approve a recommendation to council regarding the Feline Leukemia Virus and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus. (SBI) Working Group to write Injury 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 email or call Nekaybaw Watson at Austin City Clerk’s Office, at nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov or …
ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OCTOBER 12, 2026 The Animal Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, October 12, 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 6:01 pm. Commissioners in Attendance: Jules Maron, Chair, D3 Jennifer Daniel, Parliamentarian, D6 David Loignon, D10 Dr. Paige Nilson, D4 Sonal Patel, Travis County Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Beatriz Dulzaides, D2 Erin Ferguson, D8 Whitney Holt, D5 Jo Anne Norton, D7 Commissioners Absent: Sarah Huddleston, D9 Nancy Nemer, Travis County Erin Van Landingham, D1 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL William Lehner – Shelter intake Avery Koch- Welfare of dogs Bryana Flemming – Funding for 3 full-time dog walkers Vicky Pridgen – Kudos Rebecca Gaddis – Care plan for dogs Neha Shah – Concern about senior dogs Julie Oliver – Concerns about zeros building Shelly Leibham – Cat program Matt Caballero- Providing basic medical care 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Animal Advisory Commission Regular Meeting on September 14, 2026. The motion to approve the minutes of September 14, 2026, regular meeting of the Animal Advisory Commission was approved during October 12, 2026, regular meeting on Commissioner Dulzaides’ motion, Commissioner Loignon’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioner Nilson was off dais. Commissioners Huddleston, Nemer, and Van Landingham were absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding monthly reports and the SBI process. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services and Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services. Presentation given by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services and Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services. Staff briefing from 311 regarding the 311-phone application. Briefing given by Jerry Galvan, Vice President of Customer Care Services, Austin Energy. This item was postponed until the next Animal Advisory Commission meeting by Chair Maron with no objection. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Presentation from Austin Pets Alive! regarding the quarterly reports. Presentation by Mara Hartsell, Quality of Care Director, Austin Pets Alive! and Rory Adams, Director of Strategic Customer Service, Austin Pets Alive! The presentation was made by Mara Hartsell, Quality of Care Director, Austin Pets Alive! 5. 6. Assign a commissioner to the No Kill Committee. Chair Maron assigned Commissioner Nilson to the No Kill Committee. Assign a Chair for the No Kill Committee. Chair Maron assigned Commissioner Dulzaides as the Chair of the No …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE AUSTIN-TRAVIS COUNTY FOOD POLICY BOARD MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 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 Maggie Amaku Andrea Abel Beth Corbett Nitza Cuevas Kacey Hanson Alexandra “Lexie” Lewis Seanna Marceaux Melody McClary Natalie Poulos Amanda Wadsworth 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 Regular Meeting on Monday, October 12, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. Annual Board Strategic Planning. Review Board Member Assignments. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 4. 5. Discuss and take possible action on a Recommendation on City of Austin Social Service Contract Needs Assessment and Subsequent Process. Discuss and take possible action on a Vice-Chair appointment. 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 Amanda Rohlich and & Action Amanda.Rohlich@austintexas.gov, to request service or for additional information. Austin Climate Resilience, 974-1364 (512) at at For more information on the Austin-Travis County Food Policy Board, please contact Amanda Rohlich and & Austin Climate Amanda.Rohlich@austintexas.gov. Resilience, 974-1364 Action (512) at at
Updates, Reports, and Briefings Austin Animal Services | November 2026 Upcoming Events November 2026 Monica Dangler, Director Events November 9th to 15th Veteran's promotion for any animal who has been onsite for 90 days or more November 13th Enduring Service graduation November 16th to 29th Foster adoption fees waived. Promoting foster take-overs, short-term fostering and public sleepovers during Thanksgiving week November 21st Dogs eating Thanksgiving plates, pumpkin pie eating contest, and cats eating Churu martinis 3 FY26 Review Trends, Comparisons, and Highlights Monica Dangler, Director 12,236 animals were impounded in FY2026. Intake Sources This chart shows the number of animals impounded through different sources. Strays, APO impounds, and Community Cats made up the majority of intake for FY26. Stray 3.6k Kittens 3860 Dogs 3347 Cats 3056 APO Community Cats 3k 2.9k Puppies 1327 Wildlife 488 Critters 157 Owner Surrender 1.2k Agency Emergency Wildlife Returns Offspring Abandoned 5 Intake for companion animals Intake Over Time (Month, Fiscal Year) This chart shows the number of cats, dogs, kittens, and puppies impounded. 1400 1050 700 350 0 2026 2025 2024 October November December January February March April May June July August September 6 FY2026 had a total live-release rate of 95.22% This chart shows the breakdown by quarter for the fiscal year. Live Outcomes Total per quarter 2458 96% 3220 96% 3258 2127 Live Release Rate Per quarter 95% 95% Non-live Outcomes Total per quarter 142 100 172 126 Q1 OCT | NOV | DEC Q2 JAN | FEB | MAR Q3 APR | MAY | JUNE Q4 JUL | AUG | SEPT 7 Population Balance January 2026 to September 2026 100% LIVE INTAKE (Cats, dogs, kittens, and puppies) 90% 80% 70% POPULATION BALANCE (More outcomes than intake above this line) 60% 50% 40% OUTCOMES (Cats, dogs, kittens, and puppies) 30% 20% 10% 0% 700 775 829 1054 1275 1448 1011 1066 1133 +19 +71 +117 683 679 848 991 1141 1262 1082 1183 1100 January February March April May June July August September 8 Monthly Reporting October 2026 Jason Garza, Assistant Director 1,078 animals were impounded this month. Animals Impounded A breakdown of impounded animals by species and/or age. Wildlife 22 Critters 35 Puppies 65 1,004 5-year average 1078 1061 1064 October Intake Over Time This chart shows the number of animals impounded this month, ranked by fiscal year. Kittens 368 Cats 261 Dogs 327 7 2 Y F 6 2 Y …
Animal Services Office Statistical Report – October2024-2026 October2026 Intake October2025 Intake October2024 Intake October2026 Adoption October2025 Adoptions October2024 Adoptions October2026 RTOs October2025 RTOs October2024 RTOs October2026 Animal Euthanized October2025 Animals Euthanized October2024 Animals Euthanized October2026 Live Release Rate October2025 Total Live Release Rate October2024 Total Live Release Rate October2026 Vaccinations – 2727 vaccinations were provided to animals in care of Austin Animal Services. October2025 Vaccinations - 2832 vaccinations were provided to animals in care of Austin Animal Services. October2024 Animal Vaccinations October2026 – Spay/Neuter at AAC October2025 Spayed/Neuter at AAC October2024 Spayed/Neutered at AAC October2026 Deaths in Care October2025 Animal Deaths at AAC/Foster October2024 Animal Deaths at AAC/Foster October2026 Animals Transferred (includes 51 cats that went through SNR) October2025 Animals Transferred (includes 71 cats that went through SNR : October2024 Animals Transferred October2026 Animals Lost, Stolen or Missing October2025 Animal Lost, Stolen or Missing October2024 Animals Lost, Stolen or Missing October2026 SNR Program – As noted above, 51 cats went through SNR October2025 SNR Program – As noted above, 71 cats went through SNR October2024 SNR Program October2026 Intact Animals Adopted/RTO October2025 Intact Animals Adopted/RTO October2024 Intact Animals Adopted/RTO
Outcome vs. Intake FY 27 Information is from October 1, 2026 – October 31, 2026 Intake Year (fiscal) Dog totals Cat totals Totals Outcome Year (fiscal) Dog totals Cat totals Totals Difference of outcomes - intakes Dog totals Cat totals Totals Cats - Outcomes Adoption RTO/RTO Adopt Transfer Euthanasia Died Missing SNR (former SCRP) Return to Habitat Total Dog - Outcomes Adoption RTO/RTO Adopt Transfer Euthanasia Died Missing Total 2027 392 629 1021 2027 396 616 1012 2027 4 -13 -9 2027 336 17 149 24 7 0 51 32 616 2027 220 86 80 9 1 0 396
Austin 3-1-1 Overview for Animal Advisory Commission Gerardo ‘Jerry’ Galvan VP of Customer Care Services Austin Energy November 9, 2026 Agenda About Austin 3-1-1 3-1-1 Relationship with City Departments 3-1-1 Relationship with Austin Animal Services 3-1-1 mobile app 2 About Austin 3-1-1 Non-Emergency • 90/30 service level • Over 200 languages • 948,129 inquiries in FY25 Call Center 840,546 calls in FY 25 Mobile App 82,964 mobile app requests in FY25 Other Digital 24,619 interactions website, email and chat in FY25 Ambassadors are customer service representatives Liaisons are department- designated connections to Austin 3-1-1 3 3-1-1 Partnership with COA Departments Informational ~ 65% of interactions Service Requests & Coordination ~ 35% of interactions 4 Austin 3-1-1 & Austin Animal Services – FY25 72,406 Total Interactions • Informational Calls ▪ 51% of interactions ▪ 36,923 informational calls • Service Requests ▪ 49% of interactions ▪ 35,483 service requests submitted ▪ Three categories make up 55% of all service requests for Animal Services Austin Animal Services Service Requests Loose Dog 24% Injured/Sick Animal 21% Other 45% 5 App Store Google Play
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION 20261109-007 PROCESS REQUIREMENTS FOR CHANGES AFFECTING THE PUBLIC, FOSTERS, RESCUE PARTNERS AND ADOPTERS WHEREAS, the City of Austin is committed to promoting animal welfare, supporting no-kill practices at Austin Animal Services and protecting the health of Travis County pets; and WHEREAS, the Austin Animal Services Strategic Plan published in 2025 cites “Review, research and provide recommendations on animal related policies and regulations that impact public health and safety, seeking review and/or approval from governing bodies as applicable” (PH3, 3(B); and WHEREAS, the Austin Animal Services Strategic Plan published in 2025 cites “Ensure the health and safety of the public and animals by providing resources and information, working with community partners, and responding quickly to animal related concerns” (PH1,1(B) and WHEREAS, FeLV is a contagious virus that shortens the lifespan of affected cats and kittens; WHEREAS, placing a FeLV positive cat or kitten in a foster home risks infecting cats and kittens in that home because they are allowed to interact per the Austin Animal Services Foster Manual; and WHEREAS, adopting a FeLV positive cat or kitten to a home risks infecting other cats and kittens in their home and other cats if allowed outside; and WHEREAS, transferring a FeLV positive cat or kitten to a rescue group risks infecting other cats and kittens in their care; and WHEREAS, stopping testing for FeLV is contrary to the goals of the Austin Animal Services Strategic Plan; and SO BE IT RESOLVED, cats and kittens going to foster homes, rescues or made available for adoption will be tested: kittens under 3 months found with mothers don't require testing if mom is negative; kittens found without moms but as an entire litter only require one kitten to be tested and their result will be sufficient for the entire litter (unless it's positive then retest them, and if still positive then test all kittens in the litter); kittens between 3-6 months need to be tested; all cats over 6 months need to be tested; all positive results go to Austin Pets Alive per the operations agreement. SO BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Animal Services staff will not make process changes that are contrary to documents that support them; and SO BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, all adopters and fosters should receive education that states negative results at the time of bringing into their home is not a guarantee due to …
MEETING OF THE ELECTRIC UTILITY COMMISSION November 9, 2026 ▪ 6:00 PM AUSTIN ENERGY HEADQUARTERS/SHUDDE FATH CONFERENCE ROOM 4815 MUELLER BLVD AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Electric Utility Commission maybe 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 by 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. To register to speak remotely, contact Nici Huff, at Nici.Huff@AustinEnergy.com or via phone at 512-972-8621. Members: Dave Tuttle, Chair (District 10) Al Braden, Vice Chair (District 7) Raul Alvarez (District 3) Lauren Bellomy (Mayor) Cesar Benavides (District 4) Jonathon Blackburn (District 5) CALL TO ORDER Chris Gillett (District 6) Chris Kirksey (District 8) Ellu Nasser (District 1) Cyrus Reed (District 9) Kaiba White (District 2) AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 5 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Electric Utility Commission Regular Called Meeting on October 19, 2026. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Recommend approval authorizing an amendment to the contract for design-build upgrades at the Brackenridge Gas Insulated Switchgear Substation for Austin Energy with Jingoli Power, LLC, to increase the amount by $63,943,783 for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $97,892,984. Funding: $63,943,783 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. 3. Recommend approval of a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings and payment to acquire the property interests needed in support of Austin Energy’s Capital Express Central CKT823, 834, & 835 Structure Relocation 2021 Project for the public use of relocating various transmission structures along the existing Circuits 823, 834, & 835 to accommodate the Texas Department of Transportation’s expansion of Interstate Highway 35 as part of the Interstate 35 Capital Express program requiring the acquisition of a permanent electric transmission and distribution easement consisting of 0.0223 of one acre (972 square foot) easement, out of Outlots 20 and 21, Division “C”, City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, being a portion of Lot 7, Block 2, Resubdivision of Block 5 Plainview Heights, a subdivision of record in …
Posting Language ..Title Authorize a contract for control system maintenance and technical support services for the Foxboro control systems at the Sand Hill Energy Center for Austin Energy with Schneider Electric Systems USA, Inc., for an initial term of one year in an estimated amount of $352,100 with up to four one-year extension options in variable amounts for a total contract amount not to exceed $1,621,000. Funding: $293,209 is available in the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Operating Budget of Austin Energy and $58,803 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Client Department(s) Austin Energy. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $293,209 is available in the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding in the amount of $58,803 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Procurement Language: Sole Source. MBE/WBE: Sole source contracts are exempt from the City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program); therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to Austin Financial Services - Central Procurement at: FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 9, 2026 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: This contract will provide the Customer FIRST Support and Service Program that supports Austin Energy’s Foxboro control systems and associated controls network at Sand Hill Energy Center. Services include ongoing maintenance and technical support for the control systems installed on all Sand Hill units and will maintain reliability of the power-generating units at the facility through software updates, cybersecurity services, firewall replacement, preventative maintenance, hardware support, training, field service, and 24/7 technical assistance. Schneider Electric Systems USA, Inc. is the sole manufacturer authorized to service, support, and provide warranty coverage for this proprietary control system. Maintenance and support for the Foxboro system were previously provided by Schneider Electric Systems USA, Inc. under a prior agreement. The requested authorization amount for this contract was determined using departmental estimates and contractor’s proposal. Without this contract, Austin Energy would lack the specialized support necessary to maintain and upgrade the control systems, placing the safe operation of critical generation units at risk. Delays or failures in system performance …
Posting Language ..Title Authorize a contract for Ivanti security and patch-management software, upgrades, maintenance, and support services for Austin Energy with SHI Government Solutions Inc., for an initial term of one year in an estimated amount of $87,000 with up to three one-year extension options in variable amounts for a total contract amount not to exceed $350,000. Funding: $87,000 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Client Department(s) Austin Energy. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $87,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Procurement Language: Multiple contractors within this cooperative purchasing program were reviewed for these services. Austin Financial Services and Austin Energy have determined this contractor best meets the needs of Austin Energy to provide these services required for the City. MBE/WBE: Cooperative Agreement contracts are exempt from the City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program); therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to Austin Financial Services - Central Procurement at: FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 9, 2026 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: This contract will provide subscription services, maintenance and support for the Ivanti suite of products and services. Ivanti delivers the security and patch-management tools Austin Energy utilizes to meet requirements of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation. It gives Austin Energy a centralized, automated way to identify, assess, and deploy validated patches in critical environments, as required by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation. This is essential because it provides reliable patch intelligence and automation that Austin Energy cannot replicate manually. Without it, staff must spend significant time cross-checking vendor and regulatory information to verify patch applicability and cybersecurity impact. Austin Technology Services has approved Austin Energy’s use of Ivanti. The requested authorization amounts are based on historical spend and estimated growth over the next four years. The Texas Department of Information Resources is a cooperative purchasing association recognized under Texas procurement statutes. Cooperative associations, themselves or using a lead government, competitively solicit and award contracts that are eligible for use by other qualified state and local …
Posting Language ..Title Authorize a contract for overhead transmission electrical staff augmentation services to support transmission construction and maintenance for Austin Energy with Power Standard LLC, for an initial term of two years in an estimated amount of $20,000,000 with up to three one-year extension options each in an estimated amount of $10,000,000 for a total contract amount not to exceed $50,000,000. Funding in the amount of $208,333 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding in the amount of $8,125,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Client Department(s) Austin Energy. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $208,333 is available in the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding in the amount of $8,125,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Procurement Language: Austin Financial Services issued a Request for Proposals solicitation RFP 1100 LLM3008 for these services. The solicitation was published on June 29, 2026, and closed on August 11, 2026. Of the seven offers received, the proposal submitted by the recommended contractor represented best value to the City based on the solicitation’s evaluation criteria. A complete solicitation package, including a log of offers received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at <https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=14384 8>. MBE/WBE: This contract will be awarded in compliance with the City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women- Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). For the services required for this solicitation, there were no subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to Austin Financial Services - Central Procurement at: FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Respondents to the solicitation and their Agents should direct all questions to the Authorized Contact Person identified in the solicitation. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 9, 2026 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: The contract will provide daily staff augmentation to support transmission construction and maintenance services for Austin Energy. It supplements Austin Energy’s workforce by supplying qualified contract labor, equipment, and resources necessary to perform critical construction and maintenance operations. In addition, these resources will support Austin Energy’s Electric Systems Resiliency Plan, …
Posting Language ..Title Authorize an amendment to the contract for design-build upgrades at the Brackenridge Gas Insulated Switchgear Substation for Austin Energy with Jingoli Power, LLC, to increase the amount by $63,943,783 for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $97,892,984. Funding: $63,943,783 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Managing Department Austin Energy. Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. Procurement Language: Contract Amendment. MBE / WBE: This contract was awarded in compliance with the City Code 2-9A (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). Current participation to date is 4.25% MBE and 1.69% WBE. Prior Council Action: April 13, 2023 - Council approved a design-build contract with Jingoli Power, LLC for the Brackenridge Gas Insulated Switchgear Substation. December 5, 2019 - Council approved the use of Design-Builder alternative delivery procurement method for the Brackenridge Gas Insulated Switchgear Substation. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to the Austin Financial Services - Central Procurement at: FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 9, 2026 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: Austin Energy is upgrading the Brackenridge Substation to modern gas‑insulated switchgear (GIS) to replace aging 1970s equipment and support rapidly growing electrical demand in downtown Austin. This work is a core component of the Repowering Downtown initiative and is expected to have minimal public impact due to its location on City owned property. This additional authorization will support cost increases related to global and regional shortages of GIS equipment and transformers that continue to create severe manufacturing backlogs and record-high wait times. Prices for copper, aluminum, steel, fuel, transportation, imported metals and specialty electrical components have risen sharply. Nationwide labor shortages and elevated Engineering, Procurement, and Construction pricing have increased construction costs. Rerouting of power to Rainey Street GIS Substation and delays in de‑energizing Brackenridge substation has increase costs for storing long lead materials and procuring performance of the work. Item 2 Additionally, this authorization includes costs for upgraded monitoring, expanded maintenance access, enhanced gas detection, added fire protection, and updated control and safety settings to improve system reliability. This project is located within zip code 78701 (District 9).
Posting Language ..Title Approve a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings and payment to acquire the property interests needed in support of Austin Energy’s Capital Express Central CKT823, 834, & 835 Structure Relocation 2021 Project for the public use of relocating various transmission structures along the existing Circuits 823, 834, & 835 to accommodate the Texas Department of Transportation’s expansion of Interstate Highway 35 as part of the Interstate 35 Capital Express program requiring the acquisition of a permanent electric transmission and distribution easement consisting of 0.0223 of one acre (972 square foot) easement, out of Outlots 20 and 21, Division “C”, City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, being a portion of Lot 7, Block 2, Resubdivision of Block 5 Plainview Heights, a subdivision of record in Book 4, Page 53, Plat Records, Travis County, Texas, said Lot 7 conveyed to Alejandro Arguello and spouse, Natalie Miles Arguello by General Warranty Deed dated October 31, 2000, as recorded in Document Number 2000176779, Official Public Records, Travis County, Texas, currently appraised at $78,489 subject to an increase in value based on updated appraisals, a Special Commissioner’s award, negotiated settlement, or judgment. The owners of the needed property are Alejandro Arguello and Natalie Niles Arguello. The property is located at 1010 East 38 ½ Street, Austin, Texas 78751. The general route of this project is comprised of three circuits that each cross over Interstate Highway 35 from East to West, along three separate lines. Circuit 823 is located at and along East 38 ½ Street and Circuits 834 and 835 are located at and along the North and South sides of Dean Keeton Street. Funding: $78,489 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. ..De Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. For More Information: Brandon Williamson, Austin Financial Services, 512-974-5666; Michael Gates, Austin Financial Services, 512- 974-5639; Amy Everhart, Austin Energy, Director, Local Government Issues, 512-322-6087; David Tomczyszyn, Austin Energy, VP Electric Systems Engineering and Technical Services, 512-322-6821. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 9, 2026 - to be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: This specific portion of the project is for Austin Energy Circuit 823, one of three circuits included in the Capital Express Central CKT823, 834, & 835 Structure Relocation 2021 Project intended to relocate various transmission structures along the existing …
Posting Language ..Title Approve a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings and payment to acquire the property interests needed in support of Austin Energy’s Capital Express Central CKT823, 834, & 835 Structure Relocation 2021 Project for the public use of relocating various transmission structures along the existing Circuits 823, 834, & 835 to accommodate the Texas Department of Transportation’s expansion of Interstate Highway 35 as part of the Interstate 35 Capital Express program requiring the acquisition of a permanent electric transmission and distribution easement consisting of 0.0273 of one acre (1,189 square foot) easement, out of Outlots 20 and 21, Division “C”, City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, being a portion of Lot 8, Block 2, Resubdivision of Block 5 Plainview Heights, a subdivision of record in Book 4, Page 53, Plat Records, Travis County, Texas, said Lot 8 conveyed to Packed With Ideas, LLC by Warranty Deed dated May 22, 2025, as recorded in Document Number 2025062382, Official Public Records, Travis County, Texas, currently appraised at $141,194 subject to an increase in value based on updated appraisals, a Special Commissioners’ award, negotiated settlement, or judgment. The owner of the needed property is Packed With Ideas, LLC. The property is located at 1012 East 38 ½ Street, Austin, Texas 78751. The general route of this project is comprised of three circuits that each cross over Interstate Highway 35 from East to West, along three separate lines. Circuit 823 is located at and along East 38 ½ Street and Circuits 834 and 835 are located at and along the North and South sides of Dean Keeton Street. Funding: $141,194 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. ..De Lead Department Click or tap here to enter text. Fiscal Note Austin Financial Services. For More Information: Brandon Williamson, Austin Financial Services, 512-974-5666; Michael Gates, Austin Financial Services, 512- 974-5639; Amy Everhart, Austin Energy, Director, Local Government Issues, 512-322-6087; David Tomczyszyn, Austin Energy, VP Electric Systems Engineering and Technical Services, 512-322-6821. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 9, 2026 - to be reviewed by the Electric Utilities Commission. Additional Backup Information: This specific portion of the project is for Austin Energy Circuit 823, one of three circuits included in the Capital Express Central CKT823, 834, & 835 Structure Relocation 2021 Project intended to relocate various transmission structures along the existing Circuits 823, 834, & 835 to accommodate the Texas …
Posting Language ..Title Approve a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings and payment to acquire the property interests needed in support of Austin Energy’s Capital Express Central CKT823, 834, & 835 Structure Relocation 2021 Project for the public use of relocating various transmission structures along the existing Circuits 823, 834, & 835 to accommodate the Texas Department of Transportation’s expansion of Interstate Highway 35 as part of the Interstate 35 Capital Express program requiring the acquisition of a permanent electric transmission and distribution easement consisting of 0.0398 of one acre (1,735 square foot) easement, out of Outlots 20 and 21, Division “C”, City of Austin, Travis County, Texas being a portion of Lot 2, Mission Heights, a subdivision of record in Book 81, Page 337, Plat Records, Travis County, Texas, said Lot 2 conveyed to Gardner Five Holdings, LP by Special Warranty Deed dated April 25, 2017, as recorded in Document Number 2017067493, Official Public Records, Travis County, Texas, currently appraised at $230,755 subject to an increase in value based on updated appraisals, a Special Commissioners’ award, negotiated settlement, or judgment. The owner of the needed property is Gardner Five Holdings. The property is located at 3811 Harmon Avenue, Austin, Texas 78751. The general route of this project is comprised of three circuits that each cross over Interstate Highway 35 from East to West, along three separate lines. Circuit 823 is located at and along East 38th ½ Street and Circuits 834 and 835 are located at and along the North and South sides of Dean Keeton Street. Funding: $230,755 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. ..De Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. For More Information: Brandon Williamson, Austin Financial Services, 512-974-5666; Michael Gates, Austin Financial Services, 512- 974-5639; Amy Everhart, Austin Energy, Director, Local Government Issues, 512-322-6087; David Tomczyszyn, Austin Energy, VP Electric Systems Engineering and Technical Services, 512-322-6821. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 9, 2026 - to be reviewed by the Electric Utilities Commission. Additional Backup Information: This specific portion of the project is for Austin Energy Circuit 823, one of three circuits included in the Capital Express Central CKT823, 834, & 835 Structure Relocation 2021 Project intended to relocate various transmission structures along the existing Circuits 823, 834, & 835 to accommodate the Texas Department of Transportation’s expansion of …
Posting Language ..Title Approve a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings and payment to acquire the property interests needed in support of Austin Energy’s Capital Express Central CKT823, 834, & 835 Structure Relocation 2021 Project for the public use of relocating various transmission structures along the existing Circuits 823, 834, & 835 to accommodate the Texas Department of Transportation’s expansion of Interstate Highway 35 as part of the Interstate 35 Capital Express program requiring the acquisition of a permanent electric transmission and distribution easement consisting of 0.0120 of one acre (523 square foot) easement, out of Outlot 23, Division “C”, City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, being out of Block 2, Fellman Heights, a subdivision of record in Book 2, Page 160, Plat Records, Travis County, Texas, being a portion of the Bungalows Condominium dated October 24, 2007, as recorded in Document Number 2007198811, Official Public Records, Travis County, Texas, as amended in Third Amendment to Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for the Bungalows Condominiums dated December 30, 2011, as recorded in Document Number 2012001042, Official Public Records, Travis County, Texas, being described as 0.379 of one acre (Tract 1) conveyed to Windsong Partners, LP by Special Warranty Deed dated March 23, 2007, as recorded in Document Number 2007052372, Official Public Records, Travis County, Texas, currently appraised at $93,249 subject to an increase in value based on updated appraisals, a Special Commissioners’ award, negotiated settlement, or judgment. The owner of the needed property is The Bungalows Condominium Homeowners Association, Inc., a Texas non-profit corporation. The property is located at 2800 Cole Street, Austin, TX 78705. The general route of this project is comprised of three circuits that each cross over Interstate Highway 35 from East to West, along three separate lines. Circuit 823 is located at and along East 38 ½ Street and Circuits 834 and 835 are located at and along the North and South sides of Dean Keeton Street. Funding: $93,249 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. ..De Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. For More Information: Brandon Williamson, Austin Financial Services, 512-974-5666; Michael Gates, Austin Financial Services, 512- 974-5639; Amy Everhart, Austin Energy, Director, Local Government Issues, 512-322-6087; David Tomczyszyn, Austin Energy, VP Electric Systems Engineering and Technical Services, 512-322-6821. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 9, 2026 - …
Posting Language ..Title Approve a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings and payment to acquire the property interests needed in support of Austin Energy’s Capital Express Central CKT823, 834, & 835 Structure Relocation 2021 Project for the public use of relocating various transmission structures along the existing Circuits 823, 834, & 835 to accommodate the Texas Department of Transportation’s expansion of Interstate Highway 35 as part of the Interstate 35 Capital Express program requiring the acquisition of a permanent electric transmission and distribution easement consisting of 0.0178 of one acre (774 square foot) out of Outlot 28, Division “C”, City of Austin, Travis County, Texas being a portion of Lot 4, Block B, Dancy Addition, a subdivision of record in Book 2, Page 149, Plat Records, Travis County, Texas, being described as 3,615 square feet conveyed to Kimberly Hsu and Sidhanta Gurung by Warranty Deed with Vendor’s Lien dated July 1, 2019, as recorded in Document Number 2019099488, Official Public Records, Travis County, Texas, currently appraised at $62,501 subject to an increase in value based on updated appraisals, a Special Commissioners’ award, negotiated settlement, or judgment. The owners of the needed property are Kimberly Hsu and Sidhanta Gurung. The property is located at 1201 East 28th Street, Austin, TX 78722. The general route of the Circuit 835 portion of this project is located along Dean Keeton Street and runs east across Interstate Highway 35 to Dancy Street. Circuit 823 is located along East 38 ½ Street, and Circuit 834 is located along the north and south sides of Dean Keeton Street. Funding: $62,501 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. ..De Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. For More Information: Brandon Williamson, Austin Financial Services, 512-974-5666; Michael Gates, Austin Financial Services, 512- 974-5639; Amy Everhart, Austin Energy, Director, Local Government Issues, 512-322-6087; David Tomczyszyn, Austin Energy, VP Electric Systems Engineering and Technical Services, 512-322-6821. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 9, 2026 - to be reviewed by the Electric Utilities Commission. Additional Backup Information: This specific portion of the project is for Austin Energy Circuit 835, one of three circuits included in the Capital Express Central CKT823, 834, & 835 Structure Relocation 2021 Project intended to relocate various transmission structures along the existing Circuits 823, 834, & 835 to accommodate the Texas Department of …
Posting Language ..Title Approve a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings and payment to acquire the property interests needed in support of Austin Energy’s Capital Express Central CKT823, 834, & 835 Structure Relocation 2021 Project for the public use of relocating various transmission structures along the existing Circuits 823, 834, & 835 to accommodate the Texas Department of Transportation’s expansion of Interstate Highway 35 as part of the Interstate 35 Capital Express program requiring the acquisition of a permanent electric transmission and distribution easement consisting of 0.0297 of one acre (1,294 square foot) easement, out of Outlot 28, Division “C”, City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, being a portion of Lot 5, Block B, Dancy Addition, a subdivision of record in Book 2, Page 149, Plat Records, Travis County, Texas, said Lot 5 conveyed to Amy Lucinda Averett by Special Warranty Deed dated January 29, 2008, as recorded in Document Number 2008022217, Official Public Records, Travis County, Texas, currently appraised at $104,491 subject to an increase in value based on updated appraisals, a Special Commissioners’ award, negotiated settlement, or judgment. The owner of the needed property is Amy Lucinda Averett. The property is located at 2706 Dancy Street, Austin, Texas 78722. The general route of the Circuit 835 portion of this project is located along Dean Keeton Street and runs east across Interstate Highway 35 to Dancy Street. Circuit 823 is located along East 38 ½ Street, and Circuit 834 is located along the north and south sides of Dean Keeton Street. Funding: $104,491 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. ..De Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. For More Information: Brandon Williamson, Austin Financial Services, 512-974-5666; Michael Gates, Austin Financial Services, 512- 974-5639; Amy Everhart, Austin Energy, Director, Local Government Issues, 512-322-6087; David Tomczyszyn, Austin Energy, VP Electric Systems Engineering and Technical Services, 512-322-6821. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 9, 2026 - to be reviewed by the Electric Utilities Commission. Additional Backup Information: This specific portion of the project is for Austin Energy Circuit 835, one of three circuits included in the Capital Express Central CKT823, 834, & 835 Structure Relocation 2021 Project intended to relocate various transmission structures along the existing Circuits 823, 834, & 835 to accommodate the Texas Department of Transportation’s expansion of Interstate Highway 35 as part of …
Posting Language ..Title Authorize an amendment to a contract for continued chiller maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for Austin Energy with Trane U.S. Inc., to increase the amount by $2,500,000 for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $5,000,000. Funding: $2,500,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Client Department(s) Austin Energy. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $2,500,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. Procurement Language: Contract Amendment. MBE/WBE: This contract was awarded in compliance with the City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women- Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). For the services required, there were no subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no goals were established. Prior Council Action: November 15, 2022 - Council approved a contract for preventative and corrective maintenance with Trane U.S. Inc. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to Austin Financial Services - Central Procurement at: FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 9, 2026 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: This amendment will provide continued specialized maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for the centrifugal chillers at Austin Energy’s Sand Hill Energy Center. Services include preventative and corrective maintenance, overhauls, inspections, repairs, upgrades, parts, testing, and rental of chillers. The chillers cool the incoming air allowing the generators to operate efficiently during the summer peaks. These services support Austin Energy’s goal of maintaining safe, reliable generation facilities and minimizing operational disruptions. The requested additional authorization is based on Austin Energy’s need to continue required services through the end of the contract term, December 13, 2028. Contract Details: Contract Term Initial Term Proposed Amendment Total Length of Term 6 years Contract Authorization $2,500,000 Requested Additional Authorization $2,500,000 Revised Total Authorization $2,500,000 $2,500,000 6 years $2,500,000 $2,500,000 $5,000,000 Item 9 Note: Contract authorization amounts are based on the City’s estimated annual usage and may be more or less in the initial term and in each exercised optional extension; however, the total contract amount will not exceed $5,000,000.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER ADVISORY BOARD THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 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 Melissa Villarreal (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 October 7, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing on October and November 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. 4. Presentation on ESB-MACC Budget. (Sponsors: Villarreal, Zamarripa-Saenz) Presenter(s): Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager, Austin Arts Culture, Music, and Entertainment Presentation on ESB-MACC Program Numbers. (Sponsors: Villarreal, Zamarripa-Saenz) Presenter(s): Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager, Austin Arts Culture, Music, and Entertainment WORKING GROUP UPDATES 5. Update from the Strategic Planning Working Group (Sponsors: Herrera, Zamarripa-Saenz) FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 …
REGULAR MEETING SMALL AREA PLANNING JOINT COMMITTEE Wednesday, November 4th, 2026 11:30 AM Permitting and Development Center (PDC), Rm. 3004 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive Austin, TX 78752 Some members of the Small Area Plan Joint Committee may be participating by video conference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by 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. To register, call or email the board liaisons at 512-974-3170 or Samuel.Gonsoulin@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Ryan Puzycki, Chair Casey Haney, Vice Chair Christian A Tschoepe Nadia Barrera-Ramirez Brian C Bedrosian Luis D Osta Lugo Danielle Skidmore AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 3 speakers who sign up by noon (12:00 PM) the day before 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 Small Area Planning Joint Committee meeting on September 9th, 2026. 1 STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding the Imagine Austin Update. Presentation by Evelyn Mitchell, Principal Planner, Austin Planning Department. 3. Staff briefing regarding the Central City District Plan. Presentation by Shanisha Johnson, Principal Planner, Austin Planning Department. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. Approve the 2027 Annual Schedule of the Small Area Planning Joint Committee. 5. Approve a recommendation to council to dissolve the Small Area Planning Joint Committee. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Mark Walters at the Housing and Planning Department, at 512-974-7695, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Small Area Planning Joint Committee, please contact the liaison, Chase Gonsoulin at 512-974-3170, Samuel.Gonsoulin@austintexas.gov; or Donna Arwood at 512- 974-3440, donna.arwood@austintexas.gov. 2
