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ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY-OF-LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA February 20th, 2024 REGULAR MEETING of the ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY-OF-LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION FEBRUARY 20th, 2024 at 6:00pm (CST) CITY HALL, BOARDS & COMMISSIONS RM #1101 301 W 2ND ST, AUSTIN, TX 78701 MEETING AGENDA This meeting is being held in a hybrid format, with both in-person and online virtual participation via WebEx. Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or via telephone. Remote speakers must register in advance (February 19th by 12pm-Noon). All public comments will occur at the beginning of the meeting and public speakers will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. To speak or attend remotely, residents must contact the Equity Office’s Community Services Program Coordinator, Alejandra Mireles, no later than 12pm- noon on Monday, February 19th, 2024. Please telephone call & leave a voicemail at (512) 974- 8045 or email alejandra.mireles@austintexas.gov. The information required is the speaker’s name, the item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, email address, and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). BOARD MEMBERS: District Commissioner District Commissioner VACANT Seonhye “Sonny” Sin 9 10 Sabrina Sha Satyajeet Dodia Kuo Yang Lily Trieu Nayer Sikder VACANT Anna Lan Mohsin Lari Mayor Hanna Huang (Chair) At-Large Padmini Jambulapati At-Large Pierre Nguyen At-Large Zahra Shakur Jamal-Hassan At-Large Sarah Chen (Vice-Chair) 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY-OF-LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA February 20th, 2024 CALL TO ORDER MEETING AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Discussion and possible action to approve the minutes of the COMMISSION’s SPECIAL MEETING on JANUARY 30th, 2024. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Brie Franco, Intergovernmental Affairs Officer, 2023 Legislative Update. Staff briefing regarding updating the 2012 Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan. Presented by April Geruso, Planning Department. 3. Asian Desi Pacific Islander American Collective, presentation on financial needs for graduation ceremony, due to losing funding after Senate Bill 17. Discussion of City Manager’s Office leadership vacancies and hiring of those positions. 5. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Select an Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission member to represent the …
02 C14-2023-0120 - Chaparral 10% Below; District 2.pdf — original pdf
MEMORANDUM ************************************************************************ TO: Hank Smith, Chair (ZAP) Zoning and Platting Commission Members FROM: DATE: RE: Cynthia Hadri Planning Department February 8, 2024 C14-2023-0120 - Chaparral 10% Below Request for Indefinite Postponement Request by the Applicant ************************************************************************ The Applicant requests an indefinite postponement of the above-referenced rezoning case. The request is to allow time for Home 2 Amendments to go to City Council. Please refer to attached correspondence. Renotification of the case will be required. I would like to indefinitely postpone the rezoning of 207 Chaparral, 209 Chaparral, 211 Chaparral, 301 Chaparral, 303 Chaparral, 7005 Circle S and 7007 Circle S to wait for HOME phase 2 to pass. To Whom It May Concern: Justin Poses PHARMACY RZ86-056RC SP-02-0336C CAR WASH GR 79-080 78-211 APTS. 81-12RC APTS. LR 75-096 LO ( = = = = = = = = = ( ( ( ( ( S T N E M T R A P A LO = SF-3 = = = = ( ( ( ( = ( ( ( SF-3 ( SF-3 ( R K D O O N Y K S ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( SF-3 ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( R T D N O M N O O M ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( SF-3 ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( R R D A T S = = = = = 73-221 FAST\FOOD RETAIL CENTER RESTAURANT GR RZ-85-073 02-0087 C14-02-0087 CS-1-CO FAST\FOOD ( ( APARTMENTS MF-2 CLEAR = DAY D R 73-221 E V A S S E R G N O C S APA RT M E NTS MF-2 73-221 ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( SF-3 C L O ( ( U D VIE W D R ( ( ( SF-3 ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( = SF-3 = = = METEO = = ( ( R D R ( ( ( ( = = = ( = = CHUR CH LO C14-01-0179 01-0179 DR MINI W A REH O US ES O LG UIN S T ( ( ( ( SF-2 ( ( ( ( ( ( SF-2 DR (N O T O N G R O U N D) M H ( C14-2013-0157 LO-MU ( R S D E L R A H Y …
03 C14-2023-0121 - Bradshaw; District 2.pdf — original pdf
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET DISTRICT: 2 ZONING TO: SF-3 CASE: C14-2023-0121 ZONING FROM: I-RR ADDRESS: 10801 Bradshaw Road SITE AREA: 2.0 acres (87,120 sq. ft.) PROPERTY OWNER: DRMTX Investment LLC AGENT: Keppers Land Planning (Ricca Keepers) CASE MANAGER: Cynthia Hadri 512-974-7620, Cynthia.hadri@austintexas.gov STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The staff recommendation is to grant family residence (SF-3) district zoning. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: February 20, 2024: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: ORDINANCE NUMBER: ISSUES: N/A CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The property in question is approximately 2.0 acres, consists of one lot and currently zoned interim rural residence (I-RR) district. The subject site is currently developed with a manufactured home residence. There is single family residential to the north, south and east (SF-2 & SF-4A), a high school and golf course (I-RR & CR-CO) to the west, and an RV and boat storage to the south that takes access from Bradshaw Road (LR-CO). Please refer to Exhibits A (Zoning Map) and B (Aerial View). The applicant has requested rezoning to the family residence (SF-3) district in order to demolish the mobile home and construct two single family houses. Per the comprehensive plan review comments this site meets four of the Imagine Austin Decision Guidelines. The site is located on an Imagine Austin Corridor, within 0.50 miles from goods and services and a public school. This site also expands the number of units and housing choice that suits a variety of household sizes, incomes, and lifestyle needs of a diverse population in support of Imagine Austin and the Strategic Housing Blueprint. C14-2023-0121 2 BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION: 1. The proposed zoning should be consistent with the purpose statement of the district sought. The family residence (SF-3) district is intended as an area for moderate density single-family residential use, with a minimum lot size of 5,750 square feet. Duplex use is permitted under development standards which maintain single-family neighborhood characteristics. This district is appropriate for existing single-family neighborhoods having typically moderate sized lot patterns, as well as for development of additional family housing areas with minimum land requirements. 2. Zoning should allow for reasonable use of the property. ZONING I-RR SF-2 & SF-4A SF-2 & LR-CO SF-2 & SF-4A I-RR & CR-CO Family residence (SF-3) district zoning will allow for the proposed residential development and is suitable since it is consistent with the land uses in the surrounding area. Staff recommends approval of the applicant’s request because the …
04 C14-2023-0100 - Optimist Club Recreation, District 6.pdf — original pdf
MEMORANDUM ************************************************************************ TO: Zoning and Platting Commission Members FROM: Sherri Sirwaitis Planning Department DATE: February 12, 2024 RE: C14-2023-0100 (Optimist Club Recreation) Postponement Request ************************************************************************ to like staff would The case to March 5, 2024. We are asking for our review of this rezoning request. This is the staff's first postponement request. request a postponement of this postponement the above mentioned to complete The postponement request was made in a timely manner and meets the Zoning Commission’s policy. SP07-0067D PUD C814-04-0066 W P A W P R A M R E M R E L R N L N ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( C H A P ( ( EL D O W N S T ( ( ( ( ( B R ( I A R ( ( H O L L ( ( O W ( D R ( ( ( ( ( ! R ! N E D ! O T S ! N O D ! ! V L ! ! N B O M B ! ! R I E ! L R G ! E M B ! A ! ! ! ! ! ! ! F E L D S P A R D R ! ! P Y R I ! T A ! ! R W I ! C E D K ! ! D R ! ! ! ! ! ! ! R A D R S I L I C W H I T E C O R A L D R ! ! ! ! !! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! SP-2007-0413D ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! MF-4 C14-2010-0194 ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! S P - 0 1 - 0 2 7 3 D ! ! ! COUNTY C12M-2012-0002 O Y S T E R C A T C H E R D R W O O D S T O R K D R H A R R I E R D R ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! W H I …
Customer Energy Solutions FY 24 Savings Report — original pdf
Energy Efficiency Services EES- Appliance Efficiency Program EES- Home Performance ES - Rebate EES- AE Weatherization & CAP Weatherization - D.I. * EES- School Based Education * EES- Strategic Partnership Between Utilities & Retailers * EES- Multifamily Rebates EES- Multifamily WX-D.I.+ EES- Commercial Rebate EES- Small Business Energy Efficiency TOTAL Demand Response (DR) - Annual Incremental DR- Power Partner DR- Commercial Demand Response (frmly Load Coop) Demand Response (DR) TOTAL Green Building GB- Residential Ratings GB- Residential Energy Code GB- Multifamily Ratings GB- Multifamily Energy Code GB- Commercial Ratings GB- Commercial Energy Code Green Building TOTAL CES MW Savings Grand TOTAL Residential Totals Commercial Totals Non-Public - AE# Customer Energy Solutions FY24 YTD MW Savings Report As of December 2023 Participant Type Participants To Date MWh To Date MW Goal 2.60 0.90 0.44 0.30 1.75 0.65 1.00 6.00 2.00 15.64 MW Goal 6.40 2.00 8.40 MW Goal 0.26 1.63 3.00 6.00 4.20 3.90 19.00 MW To Date 0.46 0.08 0.08 0.04 0.47 0.36 0.53 1.18 0.18 3.38 MW To Date 3.33 3.33 MW To Date 0.09 0.40 0.46 1.11 1.91 1.03 4.99 Percentage 18% 9% 18% 14% 27% 48% 41% 17% 9% Percentage 52% 0% Percentage 33% 25% 15% 18% 45% 26% Customers Customers Customers Products Products Apartments Apartments Customers Customers Devices Customers Customers Customers Dwellings Dwellings 1,000 sf 1,000 sf Participant Type Participants To Date MWh To Date Participant Type Participants To Date MWh To Date Rebate Budget Spent to Date 846.62 115.78 144.51 225.13 1,141.76 1,277.36 2,779.87 137.89 6,668.92 0 0.00 103 558 562 1,519 2,812 3,321 8,875 634 82 110 1,003 47,013 1,461 1,921 36 9 5,256 2,344 2,344 105 515 1,036 2,061 1,284 2,859 3,717 0 Rebate Budget $ 1,500,000 $ 1,600,000 $ 2,577,000 $ 350,000 $ 1,250,000 $ 900,000 $ 2,000,000 $ 2,550,000 $ 1,100,000 $ 13,827,000 Spent to Date $ 276,594 $ 142,188 $ 716,727 $ 49,518 $ 218,156 $ 662,819 $ 793,249 $ 598,634 $ 125,338 $ 3,583,223 Rebate Budget $ 1,600,000 $ 2,000,000 $ 3,600,000 $ 254,230 $ 254,230 $ 9,300 $ 47,000 $ 56,300.00 $ - 0 $ - $ - MW Goal 43.04 MW To Date 11.71 Percentage Participant Type Participants To Date MWh To Date 11,317 15,544.36 Rebate Budget $ 17,483,300 Spent to Date $ 3,837,453 15.93 19.11 5.84 12.51 37% 65% 55,188 7,240 4412.85 8258.75 $ $ 11,777,000 2,059,218 $ $ 3,113,481 3,650,000 Thermal Energy Storage TOTAL 0.00 …
Customer Energy Solutions FY24 Q1 Report — original pdf
Customer Energy Solutions FY24 – Quarter 1 Report As of December 31, 2023 Quarterly Rebates by District and Outside of COA 6000000.00 5000000.00 4000000.00 3000000.00 2000000.00 1000000.00 0.00 $4.9 M Q1 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 Outside COA Solar PBI not included. Rebates paid may not align with AE Finance eCombs system as of September 30, 2022. Dollars are unaudited. Data is as of September 30, 2022 and is not a complete year. Energy Efficiency Services Residential Programs AE Weatherization (WAP) – Direct Install • The program is working on implementing the new federal HVAC energy efficiency SEER2, EER2 and HSPF2 levels into the rebate processing software configuration. Appliance Efficiency Program (AEP) • The Appliance Efficiency Program implemented the new federal HVAC energy efficiency SEER2, EER2 and HSPF2 levels into the configuration of the rebate processing software, the Energy Efficiency Collaboration Platform (EECP). The program also simplified the HVAC rebate table and increased the rebates for each HVAC type. • The program team implemented a hard stop in the EECP application process for any new applications generating a zero-dollar rebate. The goal of the hard stop is to reduce staff review time of blank enrollments, enrollments submitted with errors or non-qualifying equipment. 1 • The program worked to revise and reduce the list of participating contractors to only those currently Home Performance w/Energy Star (HPwES) active in the program. SPUR: Instant Savings • Seasonal offer of new hose timers and lawn equipment discounts at Home Depot and Lowes. • The vendor field representative held numerous in-store events this quarter to bring awareness to Instant Savings, Power Partner and other EES programs. He has successfully established relationships with store managers and is having events in retail locations that have not participated before. School Based Education: All-Stars • The summer quarter is quiet due to school being out, we are preparing for a great school year. • We increased the goal from 5,443 to 7,000 and our vendor has decided to add a $50 gift card to teachers who sign up to increase the chances of reaching the annual goal. This incentive is no cost to us. When teachers submit student surveys after participating, they receive a $50 gift card, this can equal $100 for participating. • The revised student kits include Advanced Power Strip, two LED Light Bulbs A19, Return Air Whistle, Showerhead 1.5 gpm, Kitchen …
Multifamily & Commercial Project Pipeline Monthly Report — original pdf
Multifamily & Commercial Project Pipeline – Monthly Report 02/01/2024 Figure 1: Commercial and Multifamily Project Pipeline Commercial and Small Business Multifamily 160 140 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 t n u o C t c e j o r P 145 44 Pre-Approval in Progress Approved: Installation and Verification 160 140 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 t n u o C t c e j o r P 44 105 7 14 Pre-Approval in Progress Approved: Installation and Verification Multifamily Multifamily Income Qualified Project Pipeline Notes: 2. Pipeline Definitions 1. Figures includes all leads and applications, regardless of estimated rebate amount. In coordination with the customer and contractor, Austin Energy periodically removes leads and new applications that do not proceed to Installation. a. “Pre-Approval in Progress” includes: 1) customer/contractor submitted leads; 2) applications in development but not yet submitted to Austin Energy; and 3) applications submitted to Austin Energy that are under review for eligibility and approval of project scope. b. “Approved: Installation and Verification” includes projects: 1) approved with installation underway; and 2) where installation is complete and final inspection and quality review are ongoing. c. Paid projects are listed on the preceding RMC summary table in this report. Multifamily & Commercial Project Pipeline – Monthly Report 02/01/2024 Table 1: Multifamily and Multifamily Income Qualified – Estimated RCA Project Pipeline (for estimated rebates >$74k) Program Latest Workflow Enrollment (s) # Location Name Installation Address Council District Estimated kW savings Estimated kWh savings Estimated $ Incentive Installation Lincoln Oaks 263.3 766,330 $257,806 11700 Metric Blvd 1266038, 1279735, 1292608, 1292617 Measures Planned Phase 1 (Complete): Water Saving Devices, Phase 2 (In Progress): LED Lighting, Plenum Remediation & Seal, HVAC Tune-Up, Smart Thermostats Total # of Units 296 Installation 1277574 Buckingham Place Duplexes 743 YARSA BLVD Installation 1301882 West Koenig Flats 5608 Avenue F 34.2 159,495 $74,700 HVAC Tune-Ups, Smart Thermostats 166 39.0 185,377 $109,200 HVAC Tune-up, Smart Thermostats 210 Installation 1299361 79.6 286,993 $151,432 HVAC Tune-Ups, Smart Thermostats, LED Lighting 292 Paid 1290576 49.4 199,196 $117,626 Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income Qualified HVAC Tune-Ups, Lighting, Smart Thermostats, Limited time bonus offerings 330 305.4 669,612 $279,173 Low-E windows, Smart Thermostats, HVAC replacement 308 99.9 349,027 $213,038 HVAC Tune-Ups, Smart Thermostats, LED Lighting 364 Multifamily Installation 1281017 Multifamily Installation 1275428 Multifamily Installation 1299445 San Marin Apartments 4025 DUVAL RD 65.8 …
Agenda — original pdf
REGULAR MEETING OF THE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION February 20, 2024 6:00 p.m. Austin Energy Headquarters; 1st Floor; Shudde Fath Conference Room 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin, Texas 78723 Some members of the Resource Management Commission maybe participating by videoconference. 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 contact Natasha Goodwin, at Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com or 512-322-6505. AGENDA Trey Farmer GeNell Gary Shane Johnson Chelsey Scaffidi Members: Louis Stone, Chair Paul Robbins, Vice Chair Melissa Carugati Charlotte Davis CALL MEETING TO ORDER 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 Alison Silverstein Vacant Vacant 1. Approve the minutes of the Resource Management Commission Regular Meeting on November 14, 2023. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Recommend approving issuance of a capacity-based incentive to KMFA Station, for the installation of solar electric systems on their facilities located at 41 Navasota St, Austin, TX, 78702, in an amount not to exceed $80,676. 3. Recommend approving issuance of a capacity-based incentive to Kensington Apartments, LLC, for the installation of solar electric systems on their facility located at 3300 Manor Rd Austin, TX, 78723, in an amount not to exceed $184,802. 4. Recommend approving issuance of an incentive to the Texas Solar Energy Society for their Pathways Pilot Program to demonstrate how Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program funding can be applied to solar installations in Austin Energy service territory, in an amount not to exceed $90,000. 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 Natasha Goodwin at Austin Energy, at (512) 322-6505 or email Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Resource Management Commission, please contact Natasha Goodwin at Austin Energy, at 512-322- 6505 or email …
Austin Water 1st Quarter Report — original pdf
Resource Management Commission 1st Quarter Report Water Conservation Division City of Austin | Austin Water Residential and Commercial Program Participation 100 s t i n U f o r e b m u N FY22 FY23 FY24 117 99 72 55 31 45 26 0 31 17 1 19 1 2 6 4 6 3 1 0 Pool Cover Cartridge Filter Irrigation Upgrade Watering Timer Rebates Drought Survival Tools WaterWise Landscape Rainwater Harvesting 26 0 1 1 Bucks for Business 0 7 3 1 Pressure Reduction Valve RMC Quarterly Report – Q1, Fiscal Year 2023 Water Waste/Watering Restrictions Enforcement Activity Warnings Issued and 311 Reports 335 330 325 320 315 310 305 Warnings 311 Reports RMC Quarterly Report – Q1, Fiscal Year 2023 Regulated Compliance Program Activity % Compliant % Non-Compliant 14.5% 85.5% 18.1% 17.4% 81.9% 82.6% C O M M E R C I A L F A C I L I T Y I R R I G A T I O N A S S E S S M E N T S C O M M E R C I A L V E H I C L E W A S H F A C I L I T Y E F F I C I E N C Y A S S E S S M E N T C O O L I N G T O W E R E F F I C I E N C Y A S S E S S M E N T S RMC Quarterly Report – Q1, Fiscal Year 2023 Water Conservation Public Outreach Events 2 1 0 s t n e v E y t i n u m m o C f o r e b m u N Oct Oct Nov Community Events Nov Population Reached Dec Dec RMC Quarterly Report – Q1, Fiscal Year 2023 300 250 200 150 100 50 0 l P o p u a t i o n R e a c h e d Reclaimed Water Use s n o l l a G n o i l l i M 1,800.00 1,600.00 1,400.00 1,200.00 1,000.00 800.00 600.00 400.00 200.00 0.00 Quarter IV Quarter III Quarter II Quarter I FY19 616.60 361.47 230.84 284.14 FY20 496.91 389.94 284.04 398.30 FY21 507.97 370.96 345.25 375.67 FY22 630.48 444.20 263.44 302.27 FY23 586.12 264.64 248.48 384.91 FY24 …
Item 12: Briefing- GreenChoice Program Overview — original pdf
GreenChoice Subscription Program Tim Harvey Customer Renewable Solutions Manager February 2024 © Austin Energy Agenda 2 1 3 Milestones and Data Current Program Design Discussion and Q&A 2 GreenChoice Product Overview GreenChoice (Website) Residential and Commercial 100% for most customers 9 ‘Patron’ commercial customers subscribe to fixed blocks of energy Texas Green-e® None Program Eligible Customer Class Customer Energy Offset Geographical Boundary Third Party Certification Upfront Costs Austin Energy (CRS) Austin Energy (EMO) Wind Developer Owns/Maintains System X Issues RFPs Reviews RFPs Manages Program X X X 3 Program Milestones Batch 6 GreenChoice Batch 3 GreenChoice Batch 4.1 & 4.2 GreenChoice SmartCents BusinessCents Energizer Patron 15 GreenChoice Patron 20 GreenChoice 1998 2001 2002 2004 2006 2008 2012 2015 2017 2018 2019 2021 2023 Batch 4 GreenChoice Patron 14 GreenChoice Batch 1 & 2 GreenChoice Batch 5 GreenChoice Patron 17 GreenChoice Patron Revision GreenChoice 4 GreenChoice Participation by Customer Class (CY22) Annual Customers Annual MWhs 338, 1% 220,744.24, 22.44% 27,949, 99% 762,876.76, 77.56% Residential Commercial Residential Commercial • GreenChoice premiums for FY22 were roughly $7.3M • Green Choice premiums for FY23 were roughly $-4.5M • COA represents 45% of GreenChoice participation • Premiums directly affect PSA charges 5 Utility Wind Assets Installed Capacity (MW) 2022 Annual Production (MWhs) Contract Expiration Date Generator Whirlwind Hackberry 59.8 165.6 184,565.78 334,098.35 Los Vientos II Whitetail Jumbo Road Los Vientos III Los Vientos IV Karankawa* Raymond* Pattern Gulf* TOTAL 201.6 92.3 299.7 200 200 206.64 200 170 1,795.64 * Wind generation used to cover retail sales for the CY22 Green-e audit 437,958.15 223,745.77 1,002,282.28 676,561.62 675,736.45 592,694.36 669,700.17 306,151.78 5,103,494.71 First Year of Commercial Operation 2007 2008 2012 2012 2015 2015 2016 2019 2020 2021 2027 2023 2037 2037 2033 2040 2041 2034 2032 2041 • • In CY22 Austin Energy renewable generation represented 53% of total load 18.6% of wind energy produced was allocated to GreenChoice subscribers • Green-e RECs must come from facilities built within 15 years of retail purchase • Renewable Energy LEED credits are only given to projects purchasing renewable energy from facilities built within the last 5 years Karankawa wind farm is located in south Texas. 124 turbines sit on 18,000 acres (owned by 65 landowners). It is owned by Avangrid Renewables and sells power to Austin Energy and Nike. Photo Credit: Chris Rank 6 Third Party Certification Programs Green-e Climate Green-e Energy Products and Services Brokers Renewable Energy Credits …
Item 13: Briefing- Water Forward Updates — original pdf
WATER FORWARD R E U S E S T R AT E G I E S One City, One Water: A plan for the next 100 years Resource Management Commission - February 20, 2024 Agenda Water Forward Overview Reuse Strategies Addressing Affordability Key 2024 Activities to Advance Reuse 2 Water Forward Water Forward is Austin’s 100-year integrated water resource plan, unanimously adopted by Council in November 2018. Water Forward identifies diverse and environmentally conscious water management strategies to adapt to growth, drought, and climate change and ensure a sustainable, resilient, equitable, and affordable water future for our community. 3 Austin’s Water Supply: 325,000 Acre Feet Per Year Colorado River: • Combination of State-granted water rights & long-term contract with LCRA • Up to 325,000 acre-feet per year (afy) LCRA reservation & use fees pre-paid in 1999 • Additional use payments trigger when average for 2 consecutive years exceeds 201,000 afy Centralized Reclaimed System 4 Water Forward Guiding Principles Water Forward is updated on a 5-year cycle. The updated plan will be submitted for Council Approval in November 2024. Resiliency Inclusive approach + Community values Diverse strategies Equity + Affordability Protect the Colorado River Reduce operational risks Focus on local supplies 5 WATER FORWARD One City One Water One Approach Environmental Sustainability & Climate Equity Affordability Reliability & Resiliency 6 Climate Change Planning for Uncertainty Population Growth 7 Combined Storage Lakes Buchanan and Travis 8 Water Forward Strategies Reuse Conservation Supply Partnerships 9 Why Now? Why Reuse? 1999 2024 10 Value of Reuse Affordability • $10M+ Annual Cost Savings to Customers Reliability & Resiliency Environmental Sustainability Centralized Reclaimed System 11 AW & COA Leading the Way Advancing Reuse Central Library Permitting & Development Center Austin Energy Headquarters Other Developments • Austin Peace Academy • Waterloo Park Restrooms • Mueller Visitor Center • Travis County Community Center 12 Reuse Strategies Water Forward WF18 Implementation Progress Reuse & Conservation Implementation Highlights Reuse Onsite Water Reuse System (OWRS) regulatory framework and incentive approved by Council New Voluntary Reclaimed Water Connection incentive developed 14 Conservation Water benchmarking, onsite water reuse, and extension of reclaimed water connection requirements approved by Council Investments to Advance Reuse Walnut Creek WWTP Reclaimed Water Initiative Phase 1A&B Central Zone Projects 51st Street Tank Bulk Fill Stations Montopolis Tank & Pump Station Planning and Development Center On-Site …
Item 2: RCA - CBI KMFA Station — original pdf
..De Posting Language ..Title Approve issuance of a capacity-based incentive to KMFA Station, for the installation of solar electric systems on their facilities located at 41 Navasota St, Austin, TX, 78702, in an amount not to exceed $80,676. Lead Department Austin Energy Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $80,676 is available in the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Prior Council Action: For More Information: Amy Everhart, Director Local Government Issues (512) 322-6087; Tim Harvey, Customer Renewable Solutions Manager (512) 482-5386. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: February 12, 2024 – To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. February 20, 2024 – To be reviewed by the Resource Management Commission. Additional Backup Information: Austin Energy requests approval to issue this capacity-based incentive (CBI) to KMFA Station (the Customer) for the installation of solar electric system, detailed in the table below at their facility to produce renewable energy for on-site consumption. The table below provides a summary of the system size, cost, proposed incentive, and environmental benefits. Solar System Details* Total System Size (kW-DC) Total System Size (kW-AC) Annual Estimated Production (kWh) Total System Cost ($) Total Incentive ($) Percent of Cost Covered Reduction of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) in tons Reduction of Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) in pounds Reduction of Nitrogen Oxide (NOX) in pounds 89.64 74.40 132,637 $195,000 $80,676 41% 59 66 93 Environmental Benefits** and Emission Reduction Equivalencies*** Equivalency of Vehicle Miles Driven Equivalency of Cars on Austin Roadways Equivalency of Trees Planted Equivalency of Forest Acreage Added *All solar equipment meets Austin Energy program requirements ** Environmental Benefits based on the US Energy Information Association’s state-wide electricity profile *** According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s Greenhouse Gas Equivalency Calculator 137,211 11.9 885 63.8 KMFA 89.5 is a non-profit, independent, public classical radio station in Austin, TX. KMFA serves approximately 100,000 listeners each week and features locally produced shows like Classical Austin, Early Music Now, and From the Butler School, as well as nationally distributed programming from Public Radio International, American Public Media, and National Public Radio. This proposed system is estimated to offset 53% of the interconnected meters’ historic annual energy consumptions. According to the updated Austin Energy Resource, Generation and Climate Protection Plan, approved by Austin City Council in March 2020, “Austin Energy will achieve a total of 375 MW of local solar capacity by the end of 2030, of which 200 MW …
Item 3: RCA- CBI Kensington Apartments — original pdf
..De Posting Language ..Title Approve issuance of a capacity-based incentive to Kensington Apartments, LLC, for the installation of solar electric systems on their facility located at 3300 Manor Rd Austin, TX, 78723, in an amount not to exceed $184,802. Lead Department Austin Energy Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $184,802 is available in the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Prior Council Action: For More Information: Amy Everhart, Director Local Government Issues (512) 322-6087; Tim Harvey, Customer Renewable Solutions Manager (512) 482-5386. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: February 12, 2024 – To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. February 20, 2024 – To be reviewed by the Resource Management Commission. Additional Backup Information: Austin Energy requests approval to issue this capacity-based incentive (CBI) to the Kensington Apartments, LLC (the customer) for the installation of solar electric system, detailed in the table below at their facility to produce renewable energy for on-site consumption. The table below provides a summary of the system size, cost, proposed incentive, and environmental benefits. Solar System Details* Environmental Benefits** and Emission Reduction Equivalencies*** Total System Size (kW-DC) Total System Size (kW-AC) Annual Estimated Production (kWh) Total System Cost ($) Total Incentive ($) Percent of Cost Covered Reduction of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) in tons Reduction of Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) in pounds Reduction of Nitrogen Oxide (NOX) in pounds Equivalency of Vehicle Miles Driven Equivalency of Cars on Austin Roadways Equivalency of Trees Planted Equivalency of Forest Acreage Added 205 170 290,555 $615,000.00 $184,801.50 30% 130 145 203 302,330 26.2 1,950 141 *All solar equipment meets Austin Energy program requirements ** Environmental Benefits based on the US Energy Information Association’s state-wide electricity profile *** According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s Greenhouse Gas Equivalency Calculator The Kensington Apartments, LLC consists of over 100 units, all of which are intended for those making at or below 60% of the area’s median income. This proposed system is estimated to offset 43% of the interconnected meters’ historic annual energy consumptions. According to the updated Austin Energy Resource, Generation and Climate Protection Plan, approved by Austin City Council in March 2020, “Austin Energy will achieve a total of 375 MW of local solar capacity by the end of 2030, of which 200 MW will be customer-sited (when including both in-front-of-meter and behind-the meter installations).” In order to meet these goals, Austin Energy has funded the Solar Photovoltaic …
Item 4: RCA -Pathways Pilot Program — original pdf
..Title Posting Language Approve issuance of an incentive to the Texas Solar Energy Society for their Pathways Pilot Program to demonstrate how Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program funding can be applied to solar installations in Austin Energy service territory, in an amount not to exceed $90,000. ..De Lead Department Austin Energy Prior Council Action: Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $90,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. For More Information: Amy Everhart, Director Local Government Issues (512) 322-6087; Tim Harvey, Customer Renewable Solutions Manager (512) 482-5386. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: February 12, 2024 – To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. February 20, 2024 – To be reviewed by the Resource Management Commission. Additional Backup Information: The Texas Solar Energy Society (TXSES) has been selected by the Department of Energy’s Solar Energy Innovation Network to create proof-of-concept pilot programs to demonstrate how Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) funds for weatherization can now also be applied to solar installations for low-income homes. A successful pilot program can serve as an example to the industry of how the new funding source enables residential solar installation at no cost to low-income qualified homeowners. Austin Energy requests approval to issue $90,000 to TXSES for their Pathways Pilot Program to support the installation of 10 solar projects (location yet to be determined). The funding would be used solely to fund solar system equipment and installation for low-income homes that currently qualify for Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) funding. The table below provides a summary of the system size, cost, proposed incentive, and environmental benefits. Solar Systems Details* Total System Size for 10 installations (kW-DC) Total System Size for 10 installations (kW-AC) Annual Estimated Production (kWh) Total System Cost ($) Total Incentive ($) Percent of Cost Covered Reduction of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) in tons Reduction of Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) in pounds Reduction of Nitrogen Oxide (NOX) in pounds 30 25 42,000 $90,000 $90,000 100% 19 21 29 Environmental Benefits** and Emission Reduction Equivalencies*** Equivalency of Vehicle Miles Driven Equivalency of Cars on Austin Roadways Equivalency of Trees Planted Equivalency of Forest Acreage Added 44,187 3.8 285 0.114 *All solar equipment meets Austin Energy program requirements ** Environmental Benefits based on the US Energy Information Association’s state-wide electricity profile *** According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s Greenhouse Gas Equivalency Calculator An Austin-based organization, …
Item 5: RCA- PBI Starwood — original pdf
..De Posting Language ..Title Approve issuance of a 5-year performance-based incentive to Starwood Capital Group LLC, for the installation of solar electric systems on their facilities shown in the table below, in an amount not to exceed $2,142,861.70. Lead Department Austin Energy Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $428,572.34 is available in the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Prior Council Action: November 30, 2023- Council approved issuance of a 5-year performance-based incentive to Starwood Capital Group LLC. For More Information: Amy Everhart, Director Local Government Issues (512) 322-6087; Tim Harvey, Customer Renewable Solutions Manager (512) 482-5386. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: February 12, 2024 – To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. February 20, 2024 – To be reviewed by the Resource Management Commission. Additional Backup Information: Austin Energy requests approval to issue this 5-year performance-based (PBI) to Starwood Capital Group (the Customer) for the installation of solar electric systems, detailed in the table below at their facilities to produce renewable energy for on-site consumption. The table below provides a summary of the system size, cost, proposed incentive, and environmental benefits. Solar System Details* Total System Size (kW-DC) Total System Size (kW-AC) Annual Estimated Production (kWh) Total System Cost ($) *Does not include panel and inverter cost Total Incentive ($) Percent of Cost Covered Reduction of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) in tons Reduction of Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) in pounds Reduction of Nitrogen Oxide (NOX) in pounds Equivalency of Vehicle Miles Driven Equivalency of Cars on Austin Roadways Equivalency of Trees Planted Equivalency of Forest Acreage Added 3,139 2,605 4,596,762 $5,044,132.45 $2,142,861.70 42% 2055 2,298 3,218 4,779,133 415 30,826 2,223 Environmental Benefits** and Emission Reduction Equivalencies*** *All solar equipment meets Austin Energy program requirements ** Environmental Benefits based on the US Energy Information Association’s state-wide electricity profile *** According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s Greenhouse Gas Equivalency Calculator Starwood Capital Group is a private investment firm with a core focus on global real estate, energy infrastructure and oil & gas. The Firm and its affiliates maintain 16 offices in seven countries around the world, and currently have approximately 4,500 employees. Since its inception in 1991, Starwood Capital Group has raised over $70 billion of capital, and currently has over $120 billion of assets under management. For these projects, Starwood Capital Group has already procured panels and inverters. Details on the 8 individual proposed systems are …
Item 6: RCA- AW Conduct Public Hearing LDC Amendments — original pdf
..De Posting Language ..Title Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-9 (Water and Wastewater) relating to clarifying requirements for water conservation in the implementation of the Water Forward Plan, including distances for the Reclaimed Water Connection requirement, clarifying definitions, and modifying variances including adding certain affordable housing exemptions for Reclaimed Water Connections and Onsite Water Reuse requirements. Related to Items #XX Lead Department Austin Water. Fiscal Note This item has no fiscal impact. Prior Council Action: November 29, 2018 - City Council approved the Water Forward Plan on a 10-0 vote. December 11, 2019 – City Council voted to approve the Land Development Code Revision directing Austin Water to establish a regulatory program and an incentive program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems on first reading, on a 7-4 vote. February 13, 2020 – City Council voted to approve the Land Development Code Revision directing Austin Water to establish a regulatory program and an incentive program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems on second reading, on a 7-4 vote. December 10, 2020 - City Council approved an ordinance establishing City Code Chapter 15-13 relating to treatment, monitoring and reporting regulations for Onsite Water Reuse Systems, on a 10-0 vote. April 22, 2021 – City Council voted to approve an initial Pilot Incentive Program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems for the voluntary installation of alternative Onsite Water Reuse Systems, on a 10-1 vote. May 20, 2021 – City Council adopted a resolution directing staff to prepare an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-9 (Water and Wastewater) establishing water benchmarking, expanding Reclaimed Water Connection requirements, and adding Onsite Water Reuse requirements, on an 11-0 vote. June 10, 2021 – City Council adopted an ordinance waiving Planning Commission review of Land Development Code amendments in order to expedite implementation of water conservation strategies in the Water Forward Plan, on a 11-0 vote. September 30, 2021 – City Council adopted an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-9 (Water and Wastewater) relating to establishing new requirements for water conservation in the implementation of the Water Forward Plan, including expansion of the Reclaimed Water Connection requirement, water benchmarking, and mandatory Onsite Water Reuse for certain new developments and requiring an affordability report, on a 10-1 vote. November 9, 2023 – City Council adopted an ordinance waiving Planning Commission review of a Land Development Code amendment extending a variance of the Reclaimed Water …
Item 7: RCA - AW Onsite Water Reuse Regs Ch 15-13 — original pdf
..De Posting Language ..Title Approve an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 15-13 (Regulation of Onsite Water Reuse Systems) relating to establishing development project requirements and adding clarifying language to onsite water reuse regulations. Lead Department Austin Water. Fiscal Note This item has no fiscal impact. Prior Council Action: November 29, 2018 - City Council approved the Water Forward Plan on a 10-0 vote. December 11, 2019 – City Council voted to approve the Land Development Code Revision directing Austin Water to establish a regulatory program and an incentive program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems on first reading, on a 7-4 vote. February 13, 2020 – City Council voted to approve the Land Development Code Revision directing Austin Water to establish a regulatory program and an incentive program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems on second reading, on a 7-4 vote. December 10, 2020 - City Council approved an ordinance establishing City Code Chapter 15-13 relating to treatment, monitoring and reporting regulations for Onsite Water Reuse Systems, on a 10-0 vote. April 22, 2021 – City Council voted to approve an initial Pilot Incentive Program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems for the voluntary installation of alternative Onsite Water Reuse Systems, on a 10-1 vote. May 20, 2021 – City Council adopted a resolution directing staff to prepare an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-9 (Water and Wastewater) establishing water benchmarking, expanding Reclaimed Water Connection requirements, and adding Onsite Water Reuse requirements, on an 11-0 vote. June 10, 2021 – City Council adopted an ordinance waiving Planning Commission review of Land Development Code amendments in order to expedite implementation of water conservation strategies in the Water Forward Plan, on a 11-0 vote. September 30, 2021 – City Council adopted an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-9 (Water and Wastewater) relating to establishing new requirements for water conservation in the implementation of the Water Forward Plan, including expansion of the Reclaimed Water Connection requirement, water benchmarking, and mandatory Onsite Water Reuse for certain new developments and requiring an affordability report, on a 10-1 vote. September 30, 2021 – City Council voted to reauthorize the pilot incentive program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems for the voluntary installation of alternative Onsite Water Reuse Systems, on a 10-1 vote. September 29, 2022 – City Council voted to reauthorize the pilot incentive program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems for the voluntary installation of alternative Onsite Water Reuse Systems, …
Item 8: RCA- AW Reuse Pilot Incentive FY24 Reauthorization — original pdf
..De Posting Language ..AppApprove a resolution authorizing Austin Water (AW) to continue a pilot program and issue incentives on a pilot basis during Fiscal Year 2023-2024 for alternative Onsite Water Reuse Systems or Reclaimed Water Connection for new commercial and multi-family developments under AW’s new regulatory framework in the total aggregate amount of $5,600,000 and not to exceed $500,000 for each project subject to funding availability. Lead Department Austin Water. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $1,500,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating Budget of Austin Water. Additional funding is contingent upon pending Council adoption of the proposed GoPurple Community Benefit Charge (CBC). Prior Council Action: November 29, 2018 – City Council approved the Water Forward Plan on a 10-0 vote. December 11, 2019 – City Council voted to approve the Land Development Code Revision directing Austin Water to establish a regulatory program and an incentive program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems on first reading, on a 7-4 vote. February 13, 2020 – City Council voted to approve the Land Development Code Revision directing Austin Water to establish a regulatory program and an incentive program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems on second reading, on a 7-4 vote. December 10, 2020 - City Council approved an ordinance establishing City Code Chapter 15-13 relating to treatment, monitoring and reporting regulations for Onsite Water Reuse Systems, on a 10-0 vote. April 22, 2021 – City Council voted to initially approve the Pilot Incentive Program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems for Fiscal Year 2021 for the installation of alternative Onsite Water Reuse Systems up to a total aggregate amount of $1,000,000 and not to exceed $500,000 for each project on a 10-1 vote. September 30, 2021 - City Council voted to reauthorize the Pilot Incentive Program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems for Fiscal Year 2022 for the installation of alternative Onsite Water Reuse Systems up to a total aggregate amount of $1,000,000 and not to exceed $500,000 for each project on a 10-1 vote. September 29, 2022 - City Council voted to reauthorize the Pilot Incentive Program for Onsite Water Reuse Systems for Fiscal Year 2023 for the installation of alternative Onsite Water Reuse Systems up to a total aggregate amount of $1,000,000 and not to exceed $500,000 for each project on a 10-1 vote. For More Information: Inquiries should be directed to Blanca Madriz, Austin Water Program Coordinator at 512-972-0115 …
Zoning and Platting Commission February 20, 2024 Agenda.pdf — original pdf
ZONING & PLATTING COMMISSION AGENDA Tuesday, February 20, 2024 The Zoning and Platting Commission will convene at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX. 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 Scott Boone (District 1) Alejandra Flores (District 5) William D. Floyd (Mayor) David Fouts (District 2) Kendra Garrett (District 9) Betsy Greenberg - Vice-Chair (District 6) Hank Smith – Chair (District 8) Lonny Stern (District 3) Carrie Thompson – Secretary (District 10) District 4 - Vacant District 7 - Vacant EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) The Zoning & 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 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION The first four (4) speakers signed up prior to the speaker registration deadline will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. Attorney: Steven Maddoux, 512-974-6080 Commission Liaison: Andrew Rivera, 512-974-6508 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of minutes from February 6, 2024. PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. Rezoning: Location: C14-2023-0120 - Chaparral 10% Below; District 2 211 & 203 Chaparral Rd; 7005 & 7007 Circle S. Rd., South Boggy Creek Watershed Owner/Applicant: Rundog Real Estate Group (Mr. Justin Poses) RD Chaparral Subd LLC Agent: SF-2 to SF-4A Request: Staff Rec.: Recommended Cynthia Hadri, 512-974-7620, cynthia.hadri@austintexas.gov Staff: Planning Department C14-2023-0121 - Bradshaw; District 2 10801 Bradshaw Road, Rinard Creek Watershed 3. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: DRMTX Investments LLC Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Keepers Land Planning (Ricca Keepers) I-RR to SF-3 Recommended Cynthia Hadri, 512-974-7620, cynthia.hadri@austintexas.gov Planning Department 4. Zoning: Location: C14-2023-0100 - Optimist Club Recreation, District 6 13504 ½ Briarwick Drive, 9100 Meadowheath Drive, 13332 Villa Park Drive, 13300-134011 Morris Road, Lake Creek Watershed Owner/Applicant: Optimist Club of Town & Country Round Rock Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Thrower Design LLC (A. Ron Thrower) I-RR to GR-CO Recommended Sherri Sirwaitis, 512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov Planning Department Postponement Request: Postponement request by Staff to March 5, 2024 BRIEFING 5. Equity-Based Preservation Plan Presenter: Cara Bertron, 512- 974-1446, cara.bertron@austintexas.gov, Planning Department Attorney: Steven …