. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Commission on Immigrant Affairs Recommendation Number: 20260320- 003: Strategies to Slow Residential Evictions and Protect Immigrant Households WHEREAS, Recent local housing data shows eviction filings have climbed to levels not seen in several years, signaling ongoing instability in the rental market. While Austin’s economy has grown, rent burdens remain high, wages for many service and construction workers have not kept pace with housing costs, and affordable units remain limited. WHEREAS, Immigrant households face heightened vulnerability to eviction due to: • Concentration in low-wage and contract labor sectors • • Fear of interacting with legal systems due to immigration status concerns Language barriers limiting understanding of court processes • Mixed-status households avoiding public programs due to perceived immigration consequences • Higher likelihood of informal lease arrangements that limit legal protections WHEREAS, Evictions are not isolated housing events, they trigger cascading impacts on employment stability, school continuity, mental health, and long-term housing access. For immigrant workers, housing displacement often leads to job loss, wage theft exposure, and deeper economic precarity. WHEREAS, Slowing eviction proceedings, particularly through mediation, diversion, rental assistance linkage, and language access, allows families time to stabilize while reducing long-term public costs associated with homelessness, emergency shelter, and crisis response. WHEREAS, The Commission finds that proactive eviction prevention aligns with the City’s equity commitments and immigrant inclusion priorities and urges Council to act urgently to prevent avoidable displacement and family destabilization. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED The Commission on Immigrant Affairs recommends that the Austin City Council take immediate action to slow the pace of residential evictions in the City of Austin and strengthen stabilization measures for immigrant and mixed-status households amid significantly rising eviction filings in Travis County. BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED The Commission on Immigrant Affairs recommends the City Council to: . • Direct the City Manager to evaluate lawful mechanisms to extend eviction timelines, including pre-filing mediation requirements, enhanced notice periods, and eviction diversion coordination. •Council should direct the HACA Board to develop a plan now to support potentially impacted households and consult with the City’s Immigration Officer and the Commission on Immigrant Affairs. • Expand funding for emergency rental assistance, right-to-counsel programs, and eviction defense services, with culturally responsive outreach to immigrant and Limited English Proficiency (LEP) households. • Require strengthened language access standards for eviction notices, rental assistance applications, and tenant education materials. • Partner with Travis County courts to formalize …
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Commission on Immigrant Affairs Recommendation Number: 20260320-004 : Establish a Dedicated Funding Framework for a Universal Immigration Representation Model. WHEREAS, Austin, like the rest of the United States, has seen increased immigration enforcement in the community. Our neighbors are being detained at record levels, and the federal government has cut funding that previously supported pro se immigration legal assistance. Noncitizens are being detained at routine immigration court hearings and US Citizenship and Immigration Services interviews at never-before seen levels. WHEREAS, In South Central Texas, ICE arrested nearly 12,000 people during the first nine months of the Trump Administration—nearly double from the previous year. This includes all of ICE San Antonio field office’s jurisdiction (Austin and others) but is illustrative of the overall effect of the increased enforcement policies. WHEREAS, One in three children in Austin has at least one immigrant parent. Eighty-seven percent of those children are United States citizens. Therefore, the risk of permanent family separation is high. WHEREAS, Further, immigrant-led households in Austin earned $234.3 billion in 2023 and contributed $19.3 billion in combined state and local taxes. The financial impact of these policies are detrimental to the City of Austin. WHEREAS, The decrease in federal funding has resulted in immigration legal services budgets to be slashed or fully cut. This has resulted in layoffs at local immigration nonprofits and attorneys withdrawing their representation. Noncitizens are struggling to find legal assistance and are often turning to notarios who are engaging in unlicensed practice of law, damaging people’s chances of being granted immigration status. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED The Commission on Immigrant Affairs recommends increasing funding for immigration legal assistance to expand deportation defense. Date of Approval: Motioned By: Vote: For: Against: Seconded By: . Abstain: Off the dais: Absent: Attest: _____________________________________________
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Commission on Immigrant Affairs Recommendation Number: 20260320-005 : Development of the Immigration Affairs Office WHEREAS, Ensuring immigrant inclusivity will build stronger educated communities that can contribute to economic growth, creative potential, and innovation throughout Austin and its society. WHEREAS, The City of Austin is committed to continuous improvement and inclusivity, and the development of an Immigrant Affairs Office would enhance the quality-of-life for all Austinites, ensuring that we remain equal to or superior to other cities that have already established similar offices. WHEREAS, The Commission on Immigrant Affairs has consistently recommended the development and/or expansion of an Immigrant Affairs Office over the years—Recommendation Number: 20190429- 5AI, Recommendation Number: 20200422-002A2, Recommendation Number: 20210301‐2b Recommendation Number: 20220307-2d—recognizing that one person is insufficiently supported in handling all the responsibilities and demands placed on them. WHEREAS, The following roles as essential to the Immigrant Affairs Office: • Immigrant Affairs Officer: leads strategy and sets direction for the Office, develops policies, and elevates immigrant affairs as a priority for the City. • Immigrant Affairs Program Manager: oversees programs and partnerships with City departments and community organizations focused on key areas like Civic Engagement, Naturalization / Citizenship, Economic Mobility, Employment Authorization Assistance, and Adult Education. • Community Engagement Coordinator (Immigrant Affairs): facilitates communication and collaboration between the City, immigrant leaders, and community organizations. Coordinates outreach efforts with immigrant communities and community partners and provides follow-up to connect people to social services. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED The Commission on Immigrant Affairs recommends the development of an Immigrant Affairs Office with adequate staffing to serve as a centralized unit to coordinate services and support for our immigrant communities who are vulnerable to experiencing discrimination, marginalization, hate crimes, and/or persecution. BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED The Commission on Immigrant Affairs recommends Austin Equity and inclusion fill the vacant Immigrant Affairs Manager position; develop an Immigrant Affairs Office to ensure that the needs of Austin's immigrant community are recognized, supported, and effectively addressed, which would allow for stronger community engagement, more responsive services, as well as better coordination across city departments to close existing gaps; and develop a comprehensive budget plan focused on expanding staff, services, and infrastructures will promote the immigrant community’s economic mobility, human services (health care/food/legal services), education, and civic participation. Seconded By: Date of Approval: Motioned By: Vote: For: Against: Abstain: Off the dais: Absent: Attest: _____________________________________________
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Commission on Immigrant Affairs Recommendation Number: 20260320-006 : Fund Equity and Inclusion Training WHEREAS, The City of Austin continues to see an increase in reported hate crimes and hate incidents year to year since 2021. WHEREAS, Dismantling hate and bias in our community requires a collective effort and meaningful collaboration between the city, its staff, and residents. WHEREAS, An addition of Bystander Intervention training would empower staff and community members with the skills to safely intervene and respond to instances of hate-driven discrimination or violence. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED The Commission on Immigrant Affairs recommends adequate funding be allocated to Anti-hate campaigns and programs, creating a centralized hub where both staff and citizens can easily access information on reporting hate-based incidents, current program offerings, and available public training. BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED The Commission on Immigrant Affairs recommends Austin Equity and Inclusion to expand outreach efforts to engage a broader and more diverse audience. We urge the city council to invest in the expansion of Undoing Racism training for the general public, and to ensure that both city staff and community members have access to Bystander Intervention training. These efforts are critical to fostering a safer, more inclusive, and better-informed community. Seconded By: Date of Approval: Motioned By: Vote: For: Against: Abstain: Off the dais: Absent: Attest: _____________________________________________ .
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Commission on Immigrant Affairs Recommendation Number: 20260320-007 : Reinstate funding for the Family Stabilization Grant WHEREAS, It can be very difficult for cities like Austin to meet their residents’ needs through subsidized house programs, as federal housing programs have limited reach and limited funding; and WHEREAS, Affordability continues to be one of the most common issues expressed by residents. The Family Stabilization Program offers more flexible access to housing support, accords more choice and dignity, reduces discrimination, and offers more efficient and cost-effective housing; WHEREAS, According to findings from the Urban Institute’s report titled Evaluation of the Austin Guaranteed Income Pilot, participants reported spending, on average, more than 50% of their pilot cash to cover housing costs, and the average share participants spent on housing was more than twice as much spending in any other category. WHEREAS, Improved housing security allowed participants to also focus on other goals, including financial investing, skills building, expanding their professional networks, and pursuing additional education; and for recipients, overall, median household incomes increased over time. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED The Commission on Immigrant Affairs recommends ongoing funding of the Family Stabilization Program $3 million for FY26-27 as part of the City’s base budget. Seconded By: Date of Approval: Motioned By: Vote: For: Against: Abstain: Off the dais: Absent: . Attest: _____________________________________________
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Commission on Immigrant Affairs Recommendation Number: 20260320-008 : Expansion of Immigration Legal Services WHEREAS, Austin, like the rest of the United States, has seen increased immigration enforcement in the community. Our neighbors are being detained at record levels, and the federal government has cut funding that previously supported pro se immigration legal assistance. Noncitizens are being detained at routine immigration court hearings and US Citizenship and Immigration Services interviews at never-before seen levels. WHEREAS, In South Central Texas, ICE arrested nearly 12,000 people during the first nine months of the Trump Administration—nearly double from the previous year. This includes all of ICE San Antonio field office’s jurisdiction (Austin and others) but is illustrative of the overall effect of the increased enforcement policies. WHEREAS, One in three children in Austin has at least one immigrant parent. Eighty-seven percent of those children are United States citizens. Therefore, the risk of permanent family separation is high. WHEREAS, Further, immigrant-led households in Austin earned $234.3 billion in 2023 and contributed $19.3 billion in combined state and local taxes. The financial impact of these policies are detrimental to the City of Austin. WHEREAS, The decrease in federal funding has resulted in immigration legal services budgets to be slashed or fully cut. This has resulted in layoffs at local immigration nonprofits and attorneys withdrawing their representation. Noncitizens are struggling to find legal assistance and are often turning to notarios who are engaging in unlicensed practice of law, damaging people’s chances of being granted immigration status. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED The Commission on Immigrant Affairs recommends increasing funding for immigration legal assistance to expand deportation defense. Date of Approval: Motioned By: Vote: For: Against: Abstain: Seconded By: . Off the dais: Absent: Attest: _____________________________________________
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Commission on Immigrant Affairs Recommendation Number: 20260320-009: Maintain Funding to Support American Gateways’ Immigrant Legal Services WHEREAS, Austin, like the rest of the United States, has seen increased immigration enforcement in the community. Our neighbors are being detained at record levels, and the federal government has cut funding that previously supported pro se immigration legal assistance. Noncitizens are being detained at routine immigration court hearings and US Citizenship and Immigration Services interviews at never-before seen levels. WHEREAS, In South Central Texas, ICE arrested nearly 12,000 people during the first nine months of the Trump Administration—nearly double from the previous year. This includes all of ICE San Antonio field office’s jurisdiction (Austin and others) but is illustrative of the overall effect of the increased enforcement policies. WHEREAS, One in three children in Austin has at least one immigrant parent. Eighty-seven percent of those children are United States citizens. Therefore, the risk of permanent family separation is high. WHEREAS, Further, immigrant-led households in Austin earned $234.3 billion in 2023 and contributed $19.3 billion in combined state and local taxes. The financial impact of these policies are detrimental to the City of Austin. WHEREAS, The decrease in federal funding has resulted in immigration legal services budgets to be slashed or fully cut. This has resulted in layoffs at local immigration nonprofits and attorneys withdrawing their representation. Noncitizens are struggling to find legal assistance and are often turning to notarios who are engaging in unlicensed practice of law, damaging people’s chances of being granted immigration status. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED The Commission on Immigrant Affairs recommends maintaining the current funding for American Gateways’ Immigration Legal Services. Date of Approval: Motioned By: Vote: For: Against: Seconded By: . Abstain: Off the dais: Absent: Attest: _____________________________________________
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Commission on Immigrant Affairs Recommendation Number: 20260320- 003: Strategies to Slow Residential Evictions and Protect Immigrant Households WHEREAS, Recent local housing data shows eviction filings have climbed to levels not seen in several years, signaling ongoing instability in the rental market. While Austin’s economy has grown, rent burdens remain high, wages for many service and construction workers have not kept pace with housing costs, and affordable units remain limited. WHEREAS, Immigrant households face heightened vulnerability to eviction due to: • Concentration in low-wage and contract labor sectors • Fear of interacting with legal systems due to immigration status concerns • Language barriers limiting understanding of court processes • Mixed-status households avoiding public programs due to perceived immigration consequences • Higher likelihood of informal lease arrangements that limit legal protections WHEREAS, Evictions are not isolated housing events, they trigger cascading impacts on employment stability, school continuity, mental health, and long-term housing access. For immigrant workers, housing displacement often leads to job loss, wage theft exposure, and deeper economic precarity. WHEREAS, Slowing eviction proceedings, particularly through mediation, diversion, rental assistance linkage, and language access, allows families time to stabilize while reducing long-term public costs associated with homelessness, emergency shelter, and crisis response. WHEREAS, The Commission finds that proactive eviction prevention aligns with the City’s equity commitments and immigrant inclusion priorities and urges Council to act urgently to prevent avoidable displacement and family destabilization. WHEREAS, Evictions increase homelessness and can cause economic distress for the city. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED The Commission on Immigrant Affairs recommends that the Austin City Council take immediate action to slow the pace of residential evictions in the City of Austin and strengthen stabilization measures for immigrant and mixed-status households amid . significantly rising eviction filings in Travis County, Williamson County, and other surrounding counties. BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED The Commission on Immigrant Affairs recommends the City Council to: • Direct the City Manager to evaluate lawful alternatives that may reduce and delay evictions where permitted, including extending applicable deadlines, prioritizing mediation, and providing enhanced notice requirements consistent with governing law and local policy. •Council should direct the HACA Board to develop a plan now to support potentially impacted households and consult with the City’s Immigration Officer and the Commission on Immigrant Affairs. • Expand funding for emergency rental assistance, right-to-counsel programs, and eviction defense services, with culturally responsive outreach to immigrant and …
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Commission on Immigrant Affairs Recommendation Number: 20260320-004 : Establish a Dedicated Funding Framework for a Universal Immigration Representation Model. WHEREAS, Austin, like the rest of the United States, has seen increased immigration enforcement in the community. Our neighbors are being detained at record levels, and the federal government has cut funding that previously supported pro se immigration legal assistance. Noncitizens are being detained at routine immigration court hearings and US Citizenship and Immigration Services interviews at never-before seen levels. WHEREAS, In South Central Texas, ICE arrested nearly 12,000 people during the first nine months of the Trump Administration—nearly double from the previous year. This includes all of ICE San Antonio field office’s jurisdiction (Austin and others) but is illustrative of the overall effect of the increased enforcement policies. WHEREAS, One in three children in Austin has at least one immigrant parent. Eighty-seven percent of those children are United States citizens. Therefore, the risk of permanent family separation is high. WHEREAS, Further, immigrant-led households in Austin earned $234.3 billion in 2023 and contributed $19.3 billion in combined state and local taxes. The financial impact of these policies are detrimental to the City of Austin. WHEREAS, The decrease in federal funding has resulted in immigration legal services budgets to be decreased or eliminated. This has resulted in layoffs at local immigration nonprofits and attorneys withdrawing their representation. Noncitizens are struggling to find legal assistance and are often turning to “notarios” or other entities who are engaging in unauthorized practice of law, damaging people’s chances of being granted immigration status. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED The Commission on Immigrant Affairs recommends Austin City Council to increase funding for immigration legal assistance to expand access to deportation defense and ensure that immigrant residents have meaningful access to legal representation. Date of Approval: March 20, 2026 Motioned By: Chair Dorantes Seconded By: Commissioner Saucedo Vote: 8-0 For: Chair Dorantes, Vice Chair Johnson, Commissioners De La Rosa, Joshi, Kaba, Ortega, Roy, and Saucedo . Absent: Commissioners Edwin, Kanawati, and Solis. Attest: Nekaybaw Watson, Staff Liaison
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Commission on Immigrant Affairs Recommendation Number: 20260320-005 : Development of the Immigration Affairs Office WHEREAS, Ensuring immigrant inclusivity will build engaged and informed communities that can contribute to economic growth, creative potential, and innovation throughout Austin and its society. WHEREAS, The City of Austin is committed to continuous improvement and inclusivity, and the development of an Immigrant Affairs Office would enhance the quality-of-life for all Austinites, ensuring that we remain equal to or superior to other cities that have already established similar offices. WHEREAS, The Commission on Immigrant Affairs has consistently recommended the development and/or expansion of an Immigrant Affairs Office over the years—Recommendation Number: 20190429- 5AI, Recommendation Number: 20200422-002A2, Recommendation Number: 20210301‐2b Recommendation Number: 20220307-2d—recognizing that one person is insufficiently supported in handling all the responsibilities and demands placed on them. WHEREAS, the permanent, full-time Immigrant Affairs Program Manager position has been vacated and is currently being filled only on a temporary basis by an interim appointee who already has significant competing demands, placing the needs of Austin’s immigrant communities at risk of being deprioritized; and WHEREAS, the current staffing arrangement is structurally insufficient to provide the full-time attention and dedicated leadership this work requires; and WHEREAS, Austin’s immigrant communities represent more than 18% of the city’s population1, come from over 120 countries2, and speak more than 82 languages3; and WHEREAS, the Advancing Immigrant Incorporation in Austin, TX4 report by the LBJ School of Public Affairs at The University of Texas at Austin, highlights that the creation and dedicated staffing of the Immigrant Affairs Program Manager was a key factor in driving Austin’s high scores in government leadership, community outreach, and legal support; and 1 https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/austincitytexas/POP645224#POP645224 2 https://services.austintexas.gov/edims/document.cfm?id=430901 3 https://www.austintexas.gov/communications/programs/ispeak-austin 4 https://services.austintexas.gov/edims/document.cfm?id=367457 WHEREAS, The following roles as essential to the Immigrant Affairs Office: • Immigrant Affairs Officer: leads strategy and sets direction for the Office, develops policies, and elevates immigrant affairs as a priority for the City. • Immigrant Affairs Program Manager: oversees programs and partnerships with City departments and community organizations focused on key areas like Civic Engagement, Naturalization / Citizenship, Economic Mobility, Employment Authorization Assistance, and Adult Education. • Community Engagement Coordinator (Immigrant Affairs): facilitates communication and collaboration between the City, immigrant leaders, and community organizations. Coordinates outreach efforts with immigrant communities and community partners and provides follow-up to connect people to social services. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED The Commission on Immigrant Affairs …
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Commission on Immigrant Affairs Recommendation Number: 20260320-006 : Fund Equity and Inclusion Training WHEREAS, The City of Austin continues to see an increase in reported hate crimes and hate incidents year to year since 2021. WHEREAS, Dismantling hate and bias in our community requires a collective effort and meaningful collaboration between the city, its staff, and residents. WHEREAS, An addition of Bystander Intervention training would empower staff and community members with the skills to safely intervene and respond to instances of hate-driven discrimination or violence. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED The Commission on Immigrant Affairs recommends adequate funding be allocated to Anti-hate campaigns and programs, creating a centralized hub where both staff and community members can easily access information on reporting hate-based incidents, current program offerings, and available public training. BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED The Commission on Immigrant Affairs recommends Austin Equity and Inclusion to expand outreach efforts to engage a broader and more diverse audience. We urge the city council to invest in the expansion of Undoing Racism training for the general public, and to ensure that both city staff and community members have access to Bystander Intervention training. These efforts are critical to fostering a safer, more inclusive, and better-informed community. Date of Approval: March 20, 2026 Motioned By: Chair Dorantes Seconded By: Commissioner Joshi Vote: 8-0 For: Chair Dorantes, Vice Chair Johnson, Commissioners De La Rosa, Joshi, Kaba, Ortega, Roy, and Saucedo Absent: Commissioners Edwin, Kanawati, and Solis Attest: Nekaybaw Watson, Staff Liaison
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Commission on Immigrant Affairs Recommendation Number: 20260320-007 : Reinstate funding for the Family Stabilization Grant WHEREAS, It can be very difficult for cities like Austin to meet their residents’ needs through subsidized house programs, as federal housing programs have limited reach and limited funding; and WHEREAS, Affordability continues to be one of the most common issues expressed by residents. The Family Stabilization Program offers more flexible access to housing support, accords more choice and dignity, reduces discrimination, and offers more efficient and cost-effective housing; WHEREAS, According to findings from the Urban Institute’s report titled Evaluation of the Austin Guaranteed Income Pilot, participants reported spending, on average, more than 50% of their pilot cash to cover housing costs, and the average share participants spent on housing was more than twice as much spending in any other category. WHEREAS, Improved housing security allowed participants to also focus on other goals, including financial investing, skills building, expanding their professional networks, and pursuing additional education; and for recipients, overall, median household incomes increased over time. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED The Commission on Immigrant Affairs recommends ongoing funding of the Family Stabilization Program $3 million for FY26-27 as part of the City’s base budget. Date of Approval: March 20, 2026 Motioned By: Chair Dorantes Seconded By: Commissioner Saucedo Vote: 8-0 For: Chair Dorantes, Vice Chair Johnson, Commissioners De La Rosa, Joshi, Kaba, Ortega, Roy, Saucedo Absent: Commissioners Edwin, Kanawati, and Solis. Attest: Nekaybaw Watson, Staff Liaison
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Commission on Immigrant Affairs Recommendation Number: 20260320-008: RESTORE Funding to Support American Gateways’ Immigrant Legal Services WHEREAS, Austin, like the rest of the United States, has experienced a significant increase in immigration enforcement within the community, with neighbors being detained at record levels and federal funding for pro se immigration legal assistance significantly reduced; and WHEREAS, noncitizens are increasingly being detained at routine immigration court hearings and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services interviews at unprecedented levels, creating heightened fear and instability within immigrant communities; and WHEREAS, in South Central Texas, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested nearly 12,000 individuals during the first nine months of the Trump Administration, nearly double the previous year, including within the San Antonio field office jurisdiction, which encompasses Austin, illustrating the broader impact of intensified enforcement policies; and WHEREAS, one in three children in Austin has at least one immigrant parent, and 87 percent of those children are United States citizens, placing a substantial number of families at risk of permanent separation and long term economic and emotional harm; and WHEREAS, immigrant led households in Austin contributed significantly to the local economy, earning approximately 234.3 billion dollars in 2023 and contributing 19.3 billion dollars in combined state and local taxes, underscoring the critical role immigrant communities play in the city’s economic stability and growth; and WHEREAS, reductions in federal funding have resulted in substantial cuts to immigration legal services budgets, leading to layoffs at local nonprofit organizations, reduced legal representation, and increased reliance on unlicensed practitioners, often referred to as notarios, which places vulnerable individuals at risk of fraud and negatively impacts their ability to secure lawful status; and WHEREAS, access to competent and affordable immigration legal services is essential to ensuring due process, protecting family unity, and promoting community stability; and WHEREAS, local organizations such as American Gateways play a vital role in providing these services to low income immigrant communities in Austin and Travis County and Williamson County , yet recent budget reductions have limited their capacity to meet growing demand. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Commission on Immigrant Affairs recommends that the Austin City Council maintain and strengthen its investment in immigration legal services by restoring the recent 10 percent budget reduction to American Gateways Immigration Legal Services program; and . BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Commission strongly urges the City Council to prioritize the restoration of …
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Commission on Immigrant Affairs Recommendation Number: 20260302-005 : Development of the Immigration Affairs Office WHEREAS, Ensuring immigrant inclusivity will build stronger educated communities that can contribute to economic growth, creative potential, and innovation throughout Austin and its society. WHEREAS, The City of Austin is committed to continuous improvement and inclusivity, and the development of an Immigrant Affairs Office would enhance the quality-of-life for all Austinites, ensuring that we remain equal to or superior to other cities that have already established similar offices. WHEREAS, The Commission on Immigrant Affairs has consistently recommended the development and/or expansion of an Immigrant Affairs Office over the years—Recommendation Number: 20190429- 5AI, Recommendation Number: 20200422-002A2, Recommendation Number: 20210301‐2b Recommendation Number: 20220307-2d—recognizing that one person is insufficiently supported in handling all the responsibilities and demands placed on them. WHEREAS, the permanent, full-time Immigrant Affairs Program Manager position has been vacated and is currently being filled only on a temporary basis by an interim appointee who already has significant competing demands, placing the needs of Austin’s immigrant communities at risk of being deprioritized; and WHEREAS, the current staffing arrangement is structurally insufficient to provide the full-time attention and dedicated leadership this work requires; and WHEREAS, Austin’s immigrant communities represent more than 18% of the city’s population1, come from over 120 countries2, and speak more than 82 languages3; and WHEREAS, the Advancing Immigrant Incorporation in Austin, TX4 report by the LBJ School of Public Affairs at The University of Texas at Austin, highlights that the creation and dedicated staffing of the 1 https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/austincitytexas/POP645224#POP645224 2 https://services.austintexas.gov/edims/document.cfm?id=430901 3 https://www.austintexas.gov/communications/programs/ispeak-austin 4 https://services.austintexas.gov/edims/document.cfm?id=367457 Immigrant Affairs Program Manager was a key factor in driving Austin’s high scores in government leadership, community outreach, and legal support; and WHEREAS, The following roles as essential to the Immigrant Affairs Office: • Immigrant Affairs Officer: leads strategy and sets direction for the Office, develops policies, and elevates immigrant affairs as a priority for the City. • Immigrant Affairs Program Manager: oversees programs and partnerships with City departments and community organizations focused on key areas like Civic Engagement, Naturalization / Citizenship, Economic Mobility, Employment Authorization Assistance, and Adult Education. • Community Engagement Coordinator (Immigrant Affairs): facilitates communication and collaboration between the City, immigrant leaders, and community organizations. Coordinates outreach efforts with immigrant communities and community partners and provides follow-up to connect people to social services. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED The Commission on Immigrant Affairs recommends …
Immigration and Customs Enforcement Concerns Statement The Immigrant Affairs Commission of the City of Austin unequivocally condemns the recent actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement ICE in this city, state, and country. Austin is a city that prides itself on being rooted in community. The City Charter itself reflects these values, declaring: “We the citizens of Austin, in reverence to the dignity and the enrichment of all people, do ordain and establish this Charter to assure economic, environmental, and cultural prosperity throughout our community.” Yet the continued presence and aggressive tactics of ICE in our city stand in direct conflict with Austin’s stated values. Such actions do not enrich all people, nor do they assure prosperity throughout our community. Instead, ICE’s approach to immigration enforcement has fostered fear in neighborhoods, separated families, and discouraged immigrant residents from accessing housing, schools, healthcare, and public safety services. When people are afraid to report crimes, seek medical care, or send their children to school, the entire community becomes less safe. Texas as a whole is home to the second-largest immigrant population in the United States, with approximately 5.1 million foreign-born residents. These numbers reflect a fundamental truth: immigrants are not outsiders to our community. They are our neighbors, coworkers, classmates, and family members. Austin should be a place where everyone, regardless of immigration status, can live with dignity. Everyone in this city should be able to trust local institutions. Achieving that vision requires drawing a clear line between local government and federal immigration enforcement. Texas calls itself the state of friendship, yet hostility toward immigrant communities does not reflect that ideal. We call on city leaders to limit cooperation with ICE, strengthen sanctuary policies, and reaffirm that in Austin, belonging is not conditioned upon paperwork. But, upon our shared humanity.
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Commission on Immigrant Affairs Recommendation Number: 20260320-009: RESTORE Funding to Support American Gateways’ Immigrant Legal Services WHEREAS, Austin, like the rest of the United States, has experienced a significant increase in immigration enforcement within the community, with neighbors being detained at record levels and federal funding for pro se immigration legal assistance significantly reduced; and WHEREAS, noncitizens are increasingly being detained at routine immigration court hearings and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services interviews at unprecedented levels, creating heightened fear and instability within immigrant communities; and WHEREAS, in South Central Texas, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested nearly 12,000 individuals during the first nine months of the Trump Administration, nearly double the previous year, including within the San Antonio field office jurisdiction, which encompasses Austin, illustrating the broader impact of intensified enforcement policies; and WHEREAS, one in three children in Austin has at least one immigrant parent, and 87 percent of those children are United States citizens, placing a substantial number of families at risk of permanent separation and long term economic and emotional harm; and WHEREAS, immigrant led households in Austin contributed significantly to the local economy, earning approximately 234.3 billion dollars in 2023 and contributing 19.3 billion dollars in combined state and local taxes, underscoring the critical role immigrant communities play in the city’s economic stability and growth; and WHEREAS, reductions in federal funding have resulted in substantial cuts to immigration legal services budgets, leading to layoffs at local nonprofit organizations, reduced legal representation, and increased reliance on unlicensed practitioners, often referred to as notarios, which places vulnerable individuals at risk of fraud and negatively impacts their ability to secure lawful status; and WHEREAS, access to competent and affordable immigration legal services is essential to ensuring due process, protecting family unity, and promoting community stability; and WHEREAS, local organizations such as American Gateways play a vital role in providing these services to low income immigrant communities in Austin and Travis County and Williamson County , yet recent budget reductions have limited their capacity to meet growing demand. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Commission on Immigrant Affairs recommends that the Austin City Council maintain and strengthen its investment in immigration legal services by restoring the recent 10 percent budget reduction to American Gateways Immigration Legal Services program; and . BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Commission strongly urges the City Council to prioritize the restoration …
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE TECHNOLOGY COMMISSION WEDNESDAY. MARCH 19TH, 2026 AT 6:30PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 1101 301 W 2ND ST, AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Technology 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 Dan Martinez at (512)974-3510 or dan.martinez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Steven Apodaca, Chair Ibiye Anga Nicholas Eastwood Suzanna Heritage Milena Pribic Brian AM Williams AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Carina Alderete, Vice Chair Benjamin Combee Rachel Frock Keith Pena-Villa Thomas Rice The first ten speakers signed up to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting 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 Technology Commission Regular meeting on February 11th, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. Presentation from Austin Technology Services on the state of their consolidation project Update on the applications received for the Grant for Technology Opportunities Program 2026 grant cycle (Dan Martinez, Business Process Specialist, Austin Economic Development) 4. Technology Commission 2026 budget recommendations, draft text finalization DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Approval of recommendation for continued funding for public computer access and digital inclusion library services Approval of recommendation for continued public and private partnerships for digital inclusion projects Approval of recommendation for continued level of funding for the Grant for Technology Opportunities Program Approval of recommendation for additional funding for the City of Austin to upskill their workforce in using AI tools Approval of recommendation for continued funding for the Austin Technology Services consolidation project 10. Approval of recommendation for additional or continued funding for the City of Austin website refresh project. WORKING GROUP UPDATE 11. 12. Group updates from the Artificial Intelligence and Public Surveillance working group on their recent meeting and future status of the working group Update from the town hall listening session working group on the final updates after the town hall listening session. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of …
2026 GTOPs Applications Received Executive Summary March 4th, 2026 GTOPs Core Overview $40,000 $320,000 2 GTOPs provides matching grant funds to Austin organizations to increase access to technology, provide digital/technology training, and to increase access to the Internet, particularly in underserved segments of our community. ● Half of award is pre-paid and the second half is paid at the mid-point of the contract (upon successful first half) ● Significant contract negotiation process ● Requires insurance ● Expected Number of Awards: 8-9 GTOPs Core Applications Received ● Total Applications Received: 33 ● 7 projects to increase the number of devices ● 26 projects to increase skills and knowledge of digital technologies ● 13 Creative Media Skills Training Projects ● 5 IT Middle Skill Training Projects GTOPs provides matching grant funds to Austin organizations to increase access to technology, provide digital/technology training, and to increase access to the Internet, particularly in underserved segments of our community. ● Half of award is pre-paid and the second half is paid at the mid-point of the contract (upon successful first half) ● Significant contract negotiation process ● Requires insurance ● Expected Number of Awards: 8-9 3 GTOPs Core Received Applications Breakdown Applications in Red were considered by staff to be ineligible New Applicants to the Program ● Texas Council on Family Violence ● Vortex Repertory Company ● The Museum of Fine Arts ● Hispanic Alliance of the Performing Arts ● DAWA - Diversity Awareness and Wellness in Action ● Hindu Charities for America ● Association for Women in Technology - Austin 4 ● Indie Meme Film Festival and Programs ● Impact Austin Foundation ● Boys and Girls Club of South Central Texas ● LeadHer to Purpose ● QWELL Community Foundation ● Fisterra Projects ● People’s Community Clinic ● SaulPaul Foundation ● Global Impact Initiative GTOPs Core Received Applications Breakdown Applications in Green are past recipients Returning Applicants to the Program ● SAIVA ● Foundation Communities ● Todos Juntos Learning Center ● El Buen Samaritano ● EGBI - Economic Growth Business Incubator ● Austin Speech Labs ● Creative Action ● AVANCE-Austin ● Cine Las Americas 5 ● E4 Youth, Inc. ● Art Spark Texas ● Family Eldercare ● American Youthworks Inc ● The Arc of the Capital Area ● Austin Groups for the Elderly ● Brave Communities ● Art Curatorial Inc
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE TECHNOLOGY COMMISSION THURSDAY. MARCH 19TH, 2026 AT 6:30PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 1101 301 W 2ND ST, AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Technology 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 Dan Martinez at (512)974-3510 or dan.martinez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Steven Apodaca, Chair Ibiye Anga Nicholas Eastwood Suzanna Heritage Milena Pribic Brian AM Williams Carina Alderete, Vice Chair Benjamin Combee Rachel Frock Keith Pena-Villa Thomas Rice AGENDA REVISED CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten speakers signed up to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting 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 Technology Commission Regular meeting on February 11th, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation from Austin Technology Services on the City’s Information Technology cost optimization. 3. Update on the applications received for the Grant for Technology Opportunities Program (Dan Martinez, Business Process Specialist, Austin Economic 2026 grant cycle Development). 4. Technology Commission 2026 budget recommendations, draft text finalization. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Approval of recommendation for continued funding for public computer access and digital inclusion library services. Approval of recommendation for continued public and private partnerships for digital inclusion projects. Approval of recommendation for continued level of funding for the Grant for Technology Opportunities Program. Approval of recommendation for additional funding for the City of Austin to upskill their workforce in using AI tools. Approval of recommendation for continued funding for the Austin Technology Services consolidation project. 10. Approval of recommendation for additional or continued funding for the City of Austin website refresh project. WORKING GROUP UPDATE 11. 12. Group updates from the Artificial Intelligence and Public Surveillance working group on their recent meeting and future status of the working group. Update from the town hall listening session working group on the final updates after the town hall listening session. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION OPERATIONS COMMITTEE Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 11 a.m. Permitting and Development Center, Room 1203 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the committee 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 Cara Bertron at (512) 974-1446 or cara.bertron@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS Judah Rice, Chair Jeffrey Acton Trey McWhorter AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order or, for remote participation, no later than noon the day before the meeting, 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 Operations Committee regular meeting on February 18, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding ways to approach concerns about structural issues in older buildings. Presentation by Cara Bertron, Program Manager II, Austin Planning, and Kalan Contreras, Principal Planner, Austin Planning. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Discussion of potential changes to the Land Development Code regarding historic preservation. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Discussion and possible action on eligible expenses for the historic district tax abatement. 5. Discussion and possible action on Historic Sign Standards. 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 Cara Bertron at Austin Planning at (512) 974-1446 or cara.bertron@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Operations Committee, please contact Cara Bertron at (512) 974-1446 or cara.bertron@austintexas.gov.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION OPERATIONS COMMITTEE Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 11 a.m. Permitting and Development Center, Room 1203 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive AUSTIN, TEXAS CURRENT COMMISSIONERS _X_ Judah Rice, Chair _X_ Jeffrey Acton ___ Trey McWhorter DRAFT MINUTES CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL No public communication. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. 2. Approve the minutes of the Operations Committee regular meeting on September 15, 2025. MOTION: Approve the minutes from September 15, 2025 on a motion by Commissioner Rice, Commissioner Acton seconding. Vote: 2-0. Approve the minutes of the Operations Committee regular meeting on December 18, 2025. MOTION: Approve the minutes from December 18, 2025 on a motion by Commissioner Rice, Commissioner Acton seconding. Vote: 2-0. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Discussion of ways to approach concerns about structural issues in older buildings. • The Historic Landmark Commission needs more background to make decisions. • Explore how to strongly encourage structural documentation during application process. • Commissioners can request additional documentation at meetings. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Discussion and possible action on Historic Sign Standards. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS • Changes to Commission bylaws • Eligible expenses for the historic district tax abatement • Changes to historic preservation portions of Land Development Code • Historic designation process for objects ADJOURNMENT: 12:38 p.m. For more information on the Operations Committee, please contact Cara Bertron at (512) 974-1446 or cara.bertron@austintexas.gov.
ELIGIBLE EXPENSES: Per 11-1-63 (6) of City Code, only work for which a certificate of appropriateness or City permit is required is included in determining whether the proposed work exceeds the specified percentage of pre-restoration value. ELIGIBLE EXPENSES: • Labor/materials related to eligible costs • Demolition related to eligible costs or to remove non-historic exterior additions and features • Repair, restoration, or replacement of historic façade and landscape features, including reconstruction of missing features • Exterior masonry and siding repair • Roofing • Foundation • Structural repairs • Gutters • Windows, including permanent weatherization measures • Exterior doors and permanent weatherization measures • Permanent HVAC systems (permanent) • Permanent eElectrical, plumbing, and gas systems (permanent) • Escalators and eElevators • Fire eEscapes • Sprinkler/fFire suppression systems • Security systems requiring installation permits (if permit required for installation) • Interior partitions, ceilings, and/or floors requiring installation permits (if permit required for installation) • Signage • Solar panels and other long-term sustainability “sustainable” improvements • Exterior paint • Exterior and interior ramps • Exterior handrails • Exterior lifts • Changes to make the exterior grade and/or existing sidewalks accessible • Repair of existing sidewalks • Widening secondary exterior doorways • Widening interior doorways • Sales tax for eligible expenses • Interior tub-to-shower conversions, except shower tiling • Other plumbing work to enhance accessibility, including lowering sinks and replacing toilets • Above listed work on outbuildings deemed contributing structures INELIGIBLE EXPENSES: • Light fixtures • Interior finish work, e.g., painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops and similar finish work • Appliances • Furniture • Window treatments other than permanent weatherization measures • Construction of or repair to dDecks/ and patios not original to building • Demolition costs related to removal of contributing buildings or structures • Construction of new buildings or additions • Non-historic landscape features, (e.g., retaining walls, fencing, paving, planters, vegetation, paths, or sidewalks, ) unless the changes are for accessibility purposes (see Eligible Expenses list) • Parking lot construction or expansion • Architectural and engineering fees • Building permit, variance, zoning, or platting application fees • Feasibility studies • Financing fees • Leasing expenses • Storm sewer costs • Legal and /aAccounting fees • Purchase or repair of , or repair to, construction tools and equipment • Taxes, except sales tax for eligible expenses Adopted December 2012
REGULAR CALLED MEETING OF THE ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026, 6:30 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM, #1101 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Economic Prosperity 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 Chelsea Pfeifer at chelsea.pfeifer@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2498. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Commissioner Appointment Nicole Tomaszewski Ofelia Zapata District 1 District 2 Raquel Valdez Sanchez (Vice Chair) District 3 Michael Nahas VACANT Shakeel Rashed CALL TO ORDER District 4 District 5 District 6 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Commissioner Zain Pleuthner VACANT Appointment District 7 District 8 Aaron Gonzales (Chair) District 9 Aditi Joshi Jake Randall District 10 Mayor 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 Economic Prosperity Commission regular meeting on February 25, 2026 and the Special Called meeting on March 16, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation on an Economic Snapshot of Central Texas. Presentation by Chair Gonzales. 3. Discussion of priority initiatives related to the use of Artificial Intelligence as it relates to construction and job creation. 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 Chelsea Pfeifer at the Austin City Clerk’s Office, at 512-974-2498 or chelsea.pfeifer@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Economic Prosperity Commission please contact Chelsea Pfeifer at 512-974-2498 or chelsea.pfeifer@austintexas.gov.
ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2026 ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2026 The Economic Prosperity Commission convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at Permitting and Development Center, Rooms 1401 & 1402, 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive, Austin, Texas. Chair Gonzales called the Economic Prosperity Commission Meeting to order at 6:47 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Aaron Gonzales, Chair Aditi Joshi Michael Nahas Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Jacob Randall Nicole Tomaszewski Ofelia Zapata PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Economic Prosperity Commission Regular Meeting on January 21, 2026. The minutes from the Economic Prosperity Commission regular meeting on January 21, 2026 were approved on Commissioner Joshi’s motion and Commissioner Nahas’ second on a 6-0 vote. Vice Chair Valdez Sanchez and Commissioners Cantu, Rashed, and Pleuthner were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Discussion regarding the city’s FY 2026-27 budget process. Discussed. 1 ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2026 3. 4. 5. Discussion regarding the city’s boards & commissions bylaw amendment process. Chair Gonzales made a motion to postpone Items 3, 6 and 7 to the March 18, 2026 regular meeting, seconded by Commissioner Joshi. The motion did not pass, on a 5-1 vote. Commissioner Nahas voted nay. Vice Chair Valdez Sanchez and Commissioners Cantu, Rashed, and Pleuthner were absent. Discussed. Discussion regarding priority policy areas for potential Working Groups. Discussed. Update on outreach efforts regarding Recommendation 20251119-010: Pensions and OPEB Benefits. Update was given by Commissioner Nahas. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. 7. Approve a revised version of Recommendation 20251119-010: Pensions and OPEB Benefits based on additional information received from stakeholders. Chair Gonzales made a motion to postpone Items 3, 6 and 7 to the March 18, 2026 regular meeting, seconded by Commissioner Joshi. The motion did not pass, on a 5-1 vote. Commissioner Nahas voted nay. Vice Chair Valdez Sanchez and Commissioners Cantu, Rashed, and Pleuthner were absent. Withdrawn due to lack of quorum. Approve an impact assessment framework and recommendation approval guidelines for the Economic Prosperity Commission. Chair Gonzales made a motion to postpone Items 3, 6 and 7 to the March 18, 2026 regular meeting, seconded by Commissioner Joshi. The motion did not pass, on a 5-1 vote. Commissioner Nahas voted nay. Vice Chair Valdez Sanchez and Commissioners Cantu, Rashed, and Pleuthner were absent. Withdrawn due to lack of quorum. Chair …
ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES MARCH 16, 2026 ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION SPECIAL CALLED MEETING MINUTES MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026 The Economic Prosperity Commission convened in a special called meeting on Monday, March 16, 2026 at Austin City Hall, 301 W. 2nd Street, Austin, Texas. Chair Gonzales called the Economic Prosperity Commission Meeting to order at 5:09 P.M. Commissioners in Attendance: Aaron Gonzales, Chair Michael Nahas Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Aditi Joshi Zain Pleuthner Jacob Randall Shakeel Rashed Nicole Tomaszewski Raquel Valdez Sanchez PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 1. Approve a revised version of Recommendation 20251119-010: Pensions and OPEB Benefits based on additional information received from stakeholders. The recommendation and possible amendments were discussed. The following amendment was made by Chair Gonzales and seconded by Vice Chair Valdez Sanchez. The amendment was to reinsert the following sections that were previously struck through: “WHEREAS, the City of Austin’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report says “The deficit in governmental unrestricted net position is largely due to the net 1 ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES MARCH 16, 2026 pension liability of $2.3 billion and other postemployment benefits (OPEB) liability of $1.9 billion.” AND “Request that the Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) require a prudent, financially conservative discount rate and use it for the liabilities used to calculate the City’s total governmental activities net position.” The motion to approve the amendment failed on a 3-3 vote with Chair Gonzales, Vice Chair Valdez Sanchez and Commissioner Joshi voting Aye, and Commissioners Pleuthner, Randall and Tomaszewski voting Nay. Commissioners Nahas and Rashed abstained. Commissioner Zapata was absent. The motion to approve the recommendation without amending was made by Chair Gonzales and seconded by Vice Chair Valdez Sanchez. Chair Gonzales called the question. Commissioner Tomaszewski objected to calling the question. The motion to proceed with calling the question failed on a 3-5 vote with Chair Gonzales, Vice Chair Valdez Sanchez and Commissioner Joshi voting Aye, and Commissioners Pleuthner, Randall, Tomaszewski, Nahas and Rashed voting Nay. Commissioner Zapata was absent. Chair Gonzales withdrew the item without objection. 2. Approve an impact assessment framework and recommendation approval guidelines for the Economic Prosperity Commission. Withdrawn without objection. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Approve a revised version of the pension recommendation. Approve an impact assessment framework and recommendation approval guidelines. Chair Gonzales made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:18 p.m., seconded by Commissioner Joshi and passed on a unanimous vote. …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON VETERANS AFFAIRS On Wednesday March 18, 2026 at 7pm City of Austin Permitting & Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr., Room 1401/1402 Austin, TX 78752 Some members of the Commission on Veterans Affairs may be participating by video conference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Jesus Simental at 512-974-7742 or email at jesus.simental@austintexas.gov CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Michael Mcinerney – Chair Amber Schleuning – Vice Chair William Dahlstrom Kimberly Frantz Armando Gonzales Bryce Laake-Stanfield Jose Reyes Anita Roberts Christopher Wilson Lucas Castillo Fansu Ku CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION APPROVAL OF MINUTES AGENDA 1. Approve the minutes of the Commission on Veteran Affairs Regular Meeting of Jan 21, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation and discussion by Christopher Anderson, Homeless Strategy Office Deputy Director, to provide information on access to Veteran-specific housing resources as well as updates on Tunnel to Towers Foundation and other non-profits seeking to build housing for homeless veterans in Austin. 3. Update by Commissioner Bryce Laake-Stanfield on the status of the homeless veteran working group. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. 5. Discussion and possible vote on proposed recommendation for the Austin Economic Development Department and Austin Small and Minority Resources include service disabled veteran owned businesses in all goals and programs to ensure service disabled veterans in Austin have affirmative access to city procurement opportunities. Discussion and possible vote on a recommendation by the Commission on Veterans Affairs that City Council again direct the City Manager to develop a Veterans Affairs Action Plan. 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 Please call Jesus Simental at (512) 974-7742 or jesus.simental@austintexas.gov at Equity and Inclusion Department to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Commission on Veterans Affairs, please contact Jesus Simental at …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION TUESDAY, MARCH 17, 2026, AT 6 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, ROOM 1001 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Zoning and Platting 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 2 p.m. on the day of 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. If you have questions regarding speaker registration, please contact Ella Garcia, Staff Liaison, at LandUseLiaison@austintexas.gov or by phone at 512-978-0821. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Hank Smith, Chair (District 8) Betsy Greenberg, Vice Chair (District 10) Ryan Puzycki, Secretary (District 7) Alejandra Flores, Parliamentarian (District 5) Luis Osta Lugo (Mayor’s Representative) Scott Boone (District 1) EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) David Fouts (District 2) Lonny Stern (District 3) Andrew Cortes (District 4) Christian Tschoepe (District 6) Taylor Major (District 9) The Zoning and Platting Commission will announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel on matters specifically listed on this agenda. The commission may not conduct a closed meeting without the approval of the city attorney. Private Consultation with Attorney – Section 551.071 Staff Liaison: Ella Garcia, 512-978-0821 Attorney: Steven Maddoux, 512-974-6080 Page 1 of 6 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first four 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 Zoning and Platting Commission regular meeting on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. PUBLIC HEARINGS C14-2025-0112 - Lagos Austin West FM 973 Mixed Use; District 1 11716 ½ North FM 973 Road, Gilleland Creek Watershed 2. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: Wild Horse Creekside Commercial LP (Pete Dwyer) Kimley-Horn (Ethan Harwell) Agent: I-RR to GR-MU Request: Recommended Staff Rec.: Beverly Villela, 512-978-0740, beverly.villela@austintexas.gov Staff: Austin Planning 3. Rezoning: Location: C14-2025-0094 - 2117 W 49th St. and 4709 Rosedale Ave. Multifamily; District 7 2117 West 49th …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-2025-0112 (Lagos Austin West FM 973 Mixed Use) DISTRICT: 1 ADDRESS: 11716 ½ North FM 973 Road ZONING FROM: I-RR TO: GR-MU SITE AREA: 11.29 acres (491,792.4 sq. ft.) PROPERTY OWNER: Wild Horse Creekside Commercial LP (Pete Dwyer) AGENT: Kimley-Horn (Ethan Harwell) CASE MANAGER: Beverly Villela (512-978-0740, Beverly.Villela@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends GR-MU, Community Commercial-Mixed Use Combining District, zoning. See the Basis of Recommendation section below. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: March 17th, 2026: February 17, 2026: Approved applicant postponement to March 17th, 2026 on the consent agenda. CITY COUNCIL ACTION: ORDINANCE NUMBER: ISSUES: N/A CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The property in question consists of approximately 11.29 acres located at 11716 ½ North FM 973 Road and is assigned the zoning designation of Interim–Rural Residential (I-RR) district zoning. The site is currently undeveloped. The applicant is requesting Community Commercial–Mixed Use (GR-MU) combing district zoning to allow for a mixed-use development consisting of low-rise multifamily residential (approximately 248 units) and commercial retail uses along the FM 973 frontage. The proposed zoning would allow for a mix of residential and non-industrial uses that are intended to serve both future residents and the surrounding area. 02 C14-2025-0112 - Lagos Austin West FM 973 Mixed Use; District 11 of 12 C14-2025-0112 Page 2 Surrounding land uses include vacant land within the City of Manor’s jurisdiction to the north, undeveloped land and Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning to the south and west, and undeveloped land within Austin’s ETJ to the east. The property is located near the future Wildhorse Collector Road, which is planned to improve connectivity in the area. Please refer to Exhibits A (Zoning Map) and B (Aerial View). Staff recommends the requested GR-MU zoning as it is consistent with the purpose statement of the Community Commercial district, which is intended to provide a range of retail, office, service, and residential uses that serve the surrounding community. The proposed zoning supports, mixed-use development along a major roadway and aligns with Imagine Austin goals related to housing choice and mixed-use development. The proposed zoning is compatible with surrounding land uses and zoning and will promote orderly development along the FM 973 corridor. The applicant is in agreement with the staff recommendation. BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION: 1. The proposed zoning should be consistent with the purpose statement of the district sought. The Community Commercial district is intended for office and …
MEMORANDUM To: From: Hank Smith, Chair Zoning and Platting Commission Members Sherri Sirwaitis, Case Manager Austin Planning Date: March 9, 2026 Subject: C14-97-0141.04 - Parmer North PDA Amendment #4 - Postponement Request The purpose of this memorandum is for the staff to request a postponement of the above referenced rezoning case from March 17, 2026 to April 7, 2026. The postponement will allow time for the staff to complete our review of this amended rezoning request. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact Sherri Sirwaitis, Austin Planning, at sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov or 512-974-3057. 04 C14-97-0141.04 - Parmer North PDA Amendment; District 11 of 2 04 C14-97-0141.04 - Parmer North PDA Amendment; District 12 of 2
ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION SITE PLAN CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: PROJECT NAME: SPC-2025-0244A Barton Creek Plaza Lot 2 ZAP DATE: March 17, 2026 ADDRESS: COUNCIL DISTRICT: 3801 S Capital of Texas Highway NB, Austin, Texas, 78704 5 APPLICANT/ PROPERTY OWNER: BCP Building II, LLC AGENT: Mahoney Engineering, LLC (Pablo Martinez) (512) 910-3874 CASE MANAGER: Randall Rouda Randall.Rouda@austintexas.gov (512) 978-3338 PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit for a Private Secondary Educational Facility in an existing building in the LO (Limited Office) Zone. A Private Primary Educational Facility use will be established in the same building as an allowed use in the LO Zone which does not require a Conditional Use Permit. No construction is proposed with this land use only site plan. A proposed Condition of Approval would require the installation of bicycle parking under a separate Site Plan Exemption. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the conditional use permit with the following Condition of Approval: 1) Prior to the establishment of a Private Secondary Education Facility Use on the subject site, the applicant shall secure any needed permits and construct the bicycle parking as shown on Sheet 3 of the Conditional Use Permit Site Plan Set. . With the Condition of Approval, the site plan will comply with all requirements of the Land Development Code. PROJECT INFORMATION: SITE AREA: SITE’S ZONING WATERSHED WATERSHED ORDINANCE TRAFFIC IMPACT ANALYSIS Not required CAPITOL VIEW CORRIDOR PROPOSED ACCESS 5.72 Acres (249,163 sq.ft.) LO (Limited Office) Barton Creek Barton Creek Zone None Capital of Texas Highway Allowed 0.7:1 (LO) 50% (LO) 70% 199 Existing 0.278:1 8.58% 61.19% 700 FLOOR-AREA RATIO BUILDING COVERAGE IMPERVIOUS COVERAGE PARKING IMPERVIOUS COVER WITH CONDITION OF APPROVAL FOR BICYCLE PARKING: 61.31% 05 SPC-2025-0244A - Barton Creek Plaza Lot 2; District 51 of 12 Barton Creek Plaza Lot 2 CUP SPC-2025-0244A 2 SUMMARY COMMENTS ON SITE PLAN: Land Use: The lot is zoned LO (Limited Office). An existing office building is located on the site which will be re-purposed for Private Primary Educational Services and Private Secondary Educational Services uses. In the LO Zone, Private Primary Educational Services is a Permitted Use, however, Private Secondary Educational Services is a Conditional Use which requires approval of a Conditional Use Permit. The site is located within the Scenic Highway Combining Zone. This zoning district applies some restrictions to signage along selected roadways. Any signage proposed by the …
ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, February 17, 2026 ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, FEBURARY 17, 2026 MEETING MINUTES The Zoning and Platting Commission convened in a regular meeting on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001, 301 W. Second Street, in Austin, Texas. Chair Smith called the Zoning and Platting Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Hank Smith Betsy Greenberg Ryan Puzycki Luis Osta Lugo Andrew Cortes Christian Tschoepe Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Alejandra Flores David Fouts Lonny Stern Taylor Major Commissioners Absent: Scott Boone PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Zoning and Platting Commission regular meeting on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. The minutes from the meeting of Tuesday, February 3, 2026, were approved on the consent agenda on Secretary Puzycki’s motion, Commissioner Osta Lugo’s second, on a 9-0 vote. Commissioner Major was off the dais. Commissioner Boone was absent. 1 ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, February 17, 2026 PUBLIC HEARINGS C14-2025-0112 - Lagos Austin West FM 973 Mixed Use; District 1 11716 ½ North FM 973 Road, Gilleland Creek Watershed 2. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: Wild Horse Creekside Commercial LP (Pete Dwyer) Kimley-Horn (Ethan Harwell) Agent: I-RR to GR-MU Request: Applicant postponement request to March 17, 2026 Staff Rec.: Beverly Villela, 512-978-0740, beverly.villela@austintexas.gov Staff: Austin Planning The motion to approve the Applicant’s postponement request to March 17, 2026, was approved on the consent agenda on Secretary Puzycki’s motion, Commissioner Osta Lugo’s second, on a 9-0 vote. Commissioner Major was off the dais. Commissioner Boone was absent. 3. Rezoning: Location: C14-2025-0089 - 1120 and 1122 S Capital of Texas Highway; District 8 1120 ½ South Capital of Texas Hwy SB, 1120 South Capital of Texas Hwy SB, 1122 South Capital of Texas HWY SB, 1220 South Capital of Texas Hwy SB, Eanes Creek Watershed Owner/Applicant: AREIT City View LLC Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Drenner Group, P.C. (Leah M. Bojo) LO and LR to LO-V-DB90 Recommended Beverly Villela, 512-978-0740, beverly.villela@austintexas.gov Austin Planning The motion to approve the Neighborhood’s postponement request to April 7, 2026, was approved on the consent agenda on Secretary Puzycki’s motion, Commissioner Osta Lugo’s second, on a 9-0 vote. Commissioner Major was off the dais. Commissioner Boone was absent. 2 ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, February 17, 2026 4. Rezoning: Location: C14-2025-0094 - 2117 …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-2025-0094 - 2117 W 49th St. and 4709 Rosedale Ave. Multifamily DISTRICT: 7 ZONING FROM: SF-3 ZONING TO: MF-6-CO ADDRESS: 2117 West 49th Street and 4709 Rosedale Avenue SITE AREA: 4.62 acres (201, 247 sq. ft.) PROPERTY OWNER: Austin Independent School District (AISD) AGENT: Dubois Bryant & Campbell, LLP (David Hartman) CASE MANAGER: Cynthia Hadri 512-974-7620, Cynthia.hadri@austintexas.gov STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The staff recommendation is to grant multifamily residence (high density) - conditional overlay (MF-6-CO) combined district zoning. The conditional overlay will be for a maximum height of 75 feet. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: March 17, 2026: February 17, 2026: APPROVED THE NEIGHBORHOOD’S POSTPONEMENT REQUEST TO MARCH 17, 2026. [L. STERN; L. OSTA LUGO - 2ND] (9-0) S. BOONE AND T. MAJOR – ABSENT CITY COUNCIL ACTION: ORDINANCE NUMBER: ISSUES: An Educational Impact Statement (EIS) has been submitted to Austin Independent School District (AISD) for their feedback and will be included in the backup once received. 03 C14-2025-0094 - 2117 W 49th St. and 4709 Rosedale Ave. Multifamily; District 71 of 83 C14-2025-0094 2 CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The property in question is approximately 4.62 acres is currently zoned family residence (SF-3) with access to West 49th street (level 1) Ramsey Avenue (level 1) and West 48th Street (level 1). The area is characterized as neighborhood mixed use with commercial zonings to the north and east of the property (CS-V-ETOD-DBETOD; CS-MU-V-CO-ETOD- DBETOD; CS-V) and single family residential (SF-3; SF-3-H) to the west, south and north. Please refer to Exhibits A (Zoning Map) and B (Aerial View). The applicant is requesting multifamily residence (high density) - conditional overlay (MF-6- CO) combined district zoning for the development of approximately 435 multifamily units. The applicant is seeking a conditional overlay that will limit the height of the building to a maximum height of 75 feet Please refer to Exhibit C (Applicant’s Summary Letter). The staff is recommending multifamily residence (high density) - conditional overlay (MF-6- CO) combined district zoning. The request is consistent with the intent of the district, provides a balance of intensities and will add housing stock to the area. This property does not have a Neighborhood Plan, but it is adjacent to the Burnet Road Activity Corridor and is partially in Subdistrict 2 of the Equitable Transit Oriented Development (ETOD) Overlay. This property was not rezoned with the ETOD rezonings because it has single family …
ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISISON SITE PLAN CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: SPC-2025-0179C ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION HEARING DATE: March 17, 2026 PROJECT NAME: HEB McKinney Falls ADDRESS: 7016 E William Cannon Drive, Austin, Texas APPLICANT: AGENT: HEB Grocery Co. LP (Mary Rohrer) (210) 938-8000 646 South Main Avenue San Antonio, TX 78204 Kimley Horn (Brent Leonard) 6800 Burleson road, Building 312, Suite 150 Austin, TX 78744 CASE MANAGER: Randall Rouda Randall.rouda@austintexas.gov Phone: (512) 974-3338 PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit for Large Retail Use (food sales) in GR-MU-CO zoning in order to construct a grocery store, and gas station. A Large Retail Use means a use listed in Land Development Code section 25-2-815-A, including food sales, with 100,000 square feet or more of gross floor area. Large Retail Use is a conditional use. The proposed food sales building is proposed with 106,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area. The gas station is a permitted use. The proposed project includes construction of buildings, parking, drive aisles, landscaping or other improvements on five of the six parcels of the Springfield Commercial – North Plat which is currently under review. The final plat will be recorded prior to release of the requested Site Plan. Except where noted, site figures below refer to the entire shopping center. Future site plan applications are anticipated for the remaining four lots. SUMMARY STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit for Large Retail Use (food sales) with the condition that all remaining informal administrative comments are cleared prior to site plan approval. Conditions of approval: While all substantive comments have been cleared, staff recommends the following conditions of approval: 1) The approved site plan will not be released for construction until the DRAFT Plat shown in the Plan Set has been recorded and Austin Development Services Staff have confirmed that the legal lots of record generally conform to those shown at the time of approval. 2) The approved site plan will not be released until all legal documents including (as needed) dedications, easements, and records of covenants have been approved and recorded and recording information added to the plan set. 06 SPC-2025-0179C - HEB McKinney Falls; District 21 of 12 3) The approved plan set will not be released until the Transportation and Public Works (TPW) Reviewer has confirmed that the streetscape design of Springfield Drive including buffer zone, …
Villela, Beverly Subject: FW: 2025-144145 ZC Status From: Harwell, Ethan Sent: Monday, March 16, 2026 10:22 AM To: Villela, Beverly Cc: Lenn, Michaela Subject: RE: 2025-144145 ZC Status Steadman, AC Smith, Rob External Email - Exercise Caution Yes, May 5th will work for us. Thank you. Ethan Harwell, AICP Kimley-Horn | 10814 Jollyville Road, Campus IV, Suite 200, Austin, Texas 78759 Direct: 512 580 5803 | Main: 512 418 1771 From: Villela, Beverly Sent: Thursday, March 12, 2026 3:14 PM To: Harwell, Ethan Cc: Lenn, Michaela Smith, Rob Subject: Re: 2025-144145 ZC Status Good afternoon Ethan, Steadman, AC ; No worries. The first ZAP hearing in May is May 5th. Would you like to postpone to this date? Regards, Beverly Villela Senior Planner – Current Planning Austin Planning Department 512-978-0740 1 02 C14-2025-0112 - Lagos Austin West FM 973 Mixed Use; District 11 of 1
ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, February 17, 2026 ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, FEBURARY 17, 2026 MEETING MINUTES The Zoning and Platting Commission convened in a regular meeting on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001, 301 W. Second Street, in Austin, Texas. Chair Smith called the Zoning and Platting Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Hank Smith Betsy Greenberg Ryan Puzycki Luis Osta Lugo Andrew Cortes Christian Tschoepe Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Alejandra Flores David Fouts Lonny Stern Taylor Major Commissioners Absent: Scott Boone PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Zoning and Platting Commission regular meeting on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. The minutes from the meeting of Tuesday, February 3, 2026, were approved on the consent agenda on Secretary Puzycki’s motion, Commissioner Osta Lugo’s second, on a 9-0 vote. Commissioner Major was off the dais. Commissioner Boone was absent. 1 ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, February 17, 2026 PUBLIC HEARINGS C14-2025-0112 - Lagos Austin West FM 973 Mixed Use; District 1 11716 ½ North FM 973 Road, Gilleland Creek Watershed 2. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: Wild Horse Creekside Commercial LP (Pete Dwyer) Kimley-Horn (Ethan Harwell) Agent: I-RR to GR-MU Request: Applicant postponement request to March 17, 2026 Staff Rec.: Beverly Villela, 512-978-0740, beverly.villela@austintexas.gov Staff: Austin Planning The motion to approve the Applicant’s postponement request to March 17, 2026, was approved on the consent agenda on Secretary Puzycki’s motion, Commissioner Osta Lugo’s second, on a 9-0 vote. Commissioner Major was off the dais. Commissioner Boone was absent. 3. Rezoning: Location: C14-2025-0089 - 1120 and 1122 S Capital of Texas Highway; District 8 1120 ½ South Capital of Texas Hwy SB, 1120 South Capital of Texas Hwy SB, 1122 South Capital of Texas HWY SB, 1220 South Capital of Texas Hwy SB, Eanes Creek Watershed Owner/Applicant: AREIT City View LLC Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Drenner Group, P.C. (Leah M. Bojo) LO and LR to LO-V-DB90 Recommended Beverly Villela, 512-978-0740, beverly.villela@austintexas.gov Austin Planning The motion to approve the Neighborhood’s postponement request to April 7, 2026, was approved on the consent agenda on Secretary Puzycki’s motion, Commissioner Osta Lugo’s second, on a 9-0 vote. Commissioner Major was off the dais. Commissioner Boone was absent. 2 ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, February 17, 2026 4. Rezoning: Location: C14-2025-0094 - 2117 …
03 C14-2025-0094 - 2117 W 49th St. and 4709 Rosedale Ave. Multifamily; District 71 of 8 03 C14-2025-0094 - 2117 W 49th St. and 4709 Rosedale Ave. Multifamily; District 72 of 8 03 C14-2025-0094 - 2117 W 49th St. and 4709 Rosedale Ave. Multifamily; District 73 of 8 04 C14-2025-0094 - 2117 W 49th St. and 4709 Rosedale Ave. Multifamily; District 7 16 of 29 Date: Subject: January 14, 2025 2117 W 49th, and 4709 Rosedale Ave Multifamily NTA | C14-2025-0094 According to Section 25-6-116 of the Land Development Code, tra*ic on a residential local or collector street with a pavement width of less than 30 feet is operating at a desirable level if it does not exceed 1,200 vehicles per day. W 49th St is less than 30 feet wide with over 1,200 vpd, whereas Ramsey Ave and W 48th St are less than 30 feet wide and below 1,200 vpd. However, the combined tra*ic from the proposed development and existing vehicles will not exceed 49th St’s operational capacity. This capacity is determined by standard transportation engineering principles and the residential street capacity levels outlined in the nationally recognized Highway Capacity Manual (HCM). O2site Transportation Improvements The area around the site was analyzed to identify potential transportation improvements to be implemented at the time of site plan. The ‘Recommended Improvement’ exhibit attached at the end of this memo identifies several potential improvements based on this review. Improvements identified in this memo are recommended for the applicant to construct at the time of site plan to achieve the TDM reduction target and mitigate tra*ic impacts. Street Impact Fee and the Roadway Capacity Plan At the time of building permit, the site will be subject to the Street Impact Fee (SIF). SIF funds for this site may be used for design and construction of projects identified in the Roadway Capacity Plan (RCP) Service Area ‘I’. RCP ‘Project II-11’ identifies intersection improvements at 49th Street and Burnet Road. Recommendations and Conclusions Based on the results of the NTA, ATPW has the following recommendations and conclusions: 1. During site plan review, the developer will be required to construct sidewalks and associated curb ramps on Ramsey Ave and W 48th St along the site’s frontage. 2. During the site plan review, the developer will be required to re-construct sidewalk on W 49th St along the site’s frontage 3. During site plan review, it is …
ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION SITE PLAN CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: PROJECT NAME: SPC-2025-0244A Barton Creek Plaza Lot 2 ZAP DATE: March 17, 2026 ADDRESS: COUNCIL DISTRICT: 3801 S Capital of Texas Highway NB, Austin, Texas, 78704 5 APPLICANT/ PROPERTY OWNER: BCP Building II, LLC AGENT: Mahoney Engineering, LLC (Pablo Martinez) (512) 910-3874 CASE MANAGER: Randall Rouda Randall.Rouda@austintexas.gov (512) 978-3338 MODIFICATION: After further consultation between the applicant and the TPW Review Team, the recommended action has been changed to remove the prior condition of approval. The applicant has instead modified the proposed Plan Set to include a note committing to future bicycle parking on site when bicycle facilities become available along the street frontage on Capital of Texas Highway. The revised Plan Set is attached. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the conditional use permit. with the following Condition of Approval: SUMMARY COMMENTS ON SITE PLAN: Transportation: All prior comments remain with the following exception: Capital of Texas Highway does not currently offer safe bicycle access to the site. When such access becomes available, the site would benefit from additional bicycle parking. A note has been placed on the Plan Set committing to the addition of on-site bicycle parking when off-site bicycle access becomes available. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REVIEW AND EVALUTATION CRITERA A. The following evaluation is included to provide staff position on each point of the conditional use permit criteria. Section 25-5-145 of the Land Development Code states: “The Planning Commission shall determine whether the proposed development or use of a conditional use site plan complies with the requirements of this section. A conditional use site plan must: B. 3. Have building height, bulk, scale, setback, open space, landscaping, drainage, access, traffic circulation, and use that is compatible with the use of an abutting site; Staff Response: The site plan complies with all requirements of the Land Development Code. 05 SPC-2025-0244A - Barton Creek Plaza Lot 2; District 51 of 6 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q OWNER: BCP BUILDING II, LLC 6031 CONNECTION DRIVE, SUITE 200 IRVING, TEXAS 75039-2601 ENGINEER: 1 1 MAHONEY ENGINEERING, LLC 9501 MENCHACA ROAD, SUITE B200 AUSTIN, TX 78748 (512) 910-3874 UTILITIES: ELECTRICITY PROVIDER: WATER PROVIDER: WASTEWATER: DISPOSAL PROVIDER: AUSTIN ENERGY CITY OF AUSTIN CITY OF AUSTIN CITY OF AUSTIN S U B M I T T E …
