Posting Language ..Title Authorize issuance of commercial and multifamily solar incentives during Fiscal Year 2025-2026, in an aggregated amount not to exceed $5,300,000 for customer-sited commercial solar installations and $2,000,000 for customer- sited multifamily installations, for a total combined budget amount of $7,300,000 to qualifying solar incentive projects. Funding: $7,300,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Austin Energy Operating Budget. ..De Lead Department Austin Energy Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $7,300,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Austin Energy Operating Budget. Prior Council Action: September 26, 2024 - Council approved issuance of rebates for commercial and multifamily customer energy efficiency measures during Fiscal Year 2024-2025. For More Information: Amy Everhart, Director, Local Government Relations (512) 322-6087; Richard Génecé, Vice President, Customer Energy Solutions (512) 322-6327 Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: August 11, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission August 19, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Resource Management Commission Additional Backup Information: The purpose of the Austin Energy solar incentives is to expand adoption of customer-sited solar. The Performance-Based Incentive (PBI) solar program offers commercial customers payments based on the metered solar production of their approved PV system for the first 5 years of operation. The Austin Energy Solar Capacity-Based Incentive (CBI) Programs support solar installations via a one-time, upfront rebate payment. These programs advance the stated goals of expanding locally-sited solar, carbon reduction, and resiliency. The authorization of aggregate authority for the issuance of solar incentives will allow Austin Energy to continue to issue solar incentives to multifamily, commercial and small business customers during Fiscal Year 2025-2026 (FY2026) for customer-sited solar installations in accordance with program guidelines and up to a combined amount of $7,300,000. This aggregate rebate approval request reflects our continued commitment to be responsive and flexible to customer needs. The process allows Austin Energy to approve projects for construction and avoid the one to two months of delay that would have otherwise occurred while moving through the RCA process. Item 13
Posting Language ..Title Authorize a contract for vacuum interrupter switches for Austin Energy with Techline Inc., for a term of two years with up to three one-year extension options in an amount not to exceed $10,000,000. Funding: $166,667 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Energy, funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. ..Body Lead Department Financial Services Department. Client Department(s) Austin Energy. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $166,667 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Energy, funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Purchasing Language: The Financial Services Department issued an Invitation for Bids solicitation IFB 1100 CPG1000 for these goods. The solicitation was issued on April 28, 2025, and closed on May 27, 2025. Of the three offers received, the recommended contractor submitted the lowest responsive offer. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bids received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=141060 . MBE/WBE: This solicitation will be awarded in accordance with City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women- Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). For the goods required for this solicitation, there were no subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no goals were established. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to the Financial Services Department - Central Procurement at FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Respondents to the solicitation and their Agents should direct all questions to the Authorized Contact Person identified in the solicitation. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: August 11, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: The contract will provide vacuum interrupter switches for Austin Energy. Vacuum interrupter switches safely stop the flow of electricity during abnormal conditions such as short circuits or overloads by quickly breaking the connection inside a sealed vacuum, which prevents sparks and damage. Vacuum interrupter switches are a main component of load switches, generator circuit-breakers, medium-voltage circuit-breakers, and high- voltage circuit-breakers. They will be used on an as-needed basis to replace units as they reach their end of life and for new project installations. If Council does not approve the contract, restoration of power outages may be impacted. Item 2
Posting Language ..Title Authorize a contract for manhole covers, boxes, and accessories for Austin Energy with Techline Pipe LP, for an initial term of two years with up to three one-year extension options in an amount not to exceed $1,100,000. Funding: $18,333 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Energy, funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. ..Body Lead Department Financial Services Department. Client Department(s) Austin Energy. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $18,333 is available in the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget of Austin Energy, funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Purchasing Language: The Financial Services Department issued an Invitation for Bids solicitation IFB 1100 BAS1003 for these goods. The solicitation was issued on March 17, 2025, and closed on April 22, 2025. Of the four offers received, the recommended contractor submitted the lowest responsive offer. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bids received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=141010 . MBE/WBE: This contract will be awarded in accordance with City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority Owned and Women Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). For the goods required for this solicitation, there were no subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to the Financial Services Department - Central Procurement at FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Respondents to the solicitation and their Agents should direct all questions to the Authorized Contact Person identified in the solicitation. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: August 11, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: The contract is for the purchase, delivery and placement of manhole covers, boxes, and accessories for Austin Energy. The equipment will be used for both new construction and ongoing maintenance of Austin Energy’s underground distribution and communication systems. It will also provide secure and safe access for personnel to enter underground areas where they install, operate, and maintain electrical equipment and cables. The recommended contractor was the previous provider of these goods. Without this contract, Austin Energy may be unable to maintain and install inground electrical equipment and ensure the safety of personnel working on these units. Item 3
Posting Language ..Title Authorize an amendment to a contract for continued service of the UPLAN network management and modeling software, support, and subscription services for Austin Energy with LGC Consulting, to increase the amount by $540,000 and to extend the term by two years for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $3,019,667. Funding: $270,000 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Energy, funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. ..Body Lead Department Financial Services Department. Client Department(s) Austin Energy. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $270,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget for Austin Energy, funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Purchasing Language: Contract Amendment. MBE/WBE: This contract was awarded in compliance with Chapter 2-9B of the City Code (Minority-Owned and Women- Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). No subcontracting opportunities were identified; therefore, no goals were established for this contract. Prior Council Action: November 1, 2012 - Council approved a contract for UPLAN network management and modeling software, support and subscription services with LGG Consulting. September 20, 2018 - Council approved ratification of an amendment for UPLAN network management and modeling software, support and subscription services with LGG Consulting. October 18, 2018 - Council approved an amendment for UPLAN network management and modeling software, support and subscription services with LGG Consulting. November 30, 2023 - Council approved an amendment for UPLAN network management and modeling software, support and subscription services with LGG Consulting. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to the Financial Services Department - Central Procurement at FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: August 11, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: The contract amendment is for continued licenses, ongoing maintenance, and support services for UPLAN software for Austin Energy. UPLAN is a full network management and modeling system that replicates the behavior of the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) market to simulate the financial and physical Item 4 operations of the entire grid. This software is the main tool used to develop and analyze scenarios that form the basis of the Austin Energy Resource, Generation and Climate Protection Plan, forecast the market and model the performance of Austin Energy’s generation within that forecast on a monthly basis. LCG Consulting is the …
Posting Language ..Title Authorize a contract for evaluation and reporting of energy efficiency programs for Austin Energy with LMPWorks d/b/a Brightline Group for an initial term of two years with up to three one-year extension options in an amount not to exceed $2,500,000. Funding: $250,000 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Energy, funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. ..Body Lead Department Financial Services Department. Client Department(s) Austin Energy. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $250,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget of Austin Energy, and funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Purchasing Language: The Financial Services Department issued a Request for Proposals solicitation RFP 1100 DCM3035 for these services. The solicitation was issued on February 24, 2025, and closed on March 27, 2025. Of the six offers received, the recommended contractor submitted the best evaluated responsive offer. A complete solicitation package, including a log of offers received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=141573 . MBE/WBE: This contract will be awarded in accordance with City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women- Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). For the services required for this solicitation, there were no subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. However, the recommended contractor identified subcontracting opportunities. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to the Financial Services Department - Central Procurement at FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Respondents to the solicitation and their Agents should direct all questions to the Authorized Contact Person identified in the solicitation. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: August 11, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: This contract is to provide evaluation, measurement, verification, and reporting services for Austin Energy’s energy efficiency, demand response, green building, and renewable energy programs. The contractor will track energy savings, cost savings, reduced emissions as well as other benefits resulting from Austin Energy’s energy efficiency policies and initiatives. The contractor will also monitor progress towards goals established in the Austin Energy Resource, Generation, and Climate Protection Plan to 2035 adopted by Council in December 2024. The recommended contractor has experience in energy efficiency solutions, utility operations, data analysis, Item 5 policy compliance, evaluation measurement, and verification and reporting services. Services include utilizing existing aggregated …
Posting Language ..Title Authorize a contract for infrastructure health management and security tools for Austin Energy with Freeit Data Solutions Inc., for an initial term of two years with up to three one-year extension options in an amount not to exceed $750,000. Funding: $303,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy, funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. ..Body Lead Department Financial Services Department. Client Department(s) Austin Energy. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $303,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy, funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Purchasing Language: Multiple cooperative purchase programs were reviewed for these goods and services. The Financial Services Department and Austin Energy have determined this contractor best meets the needs of Austin Energy to provide these goods and services required for the City. MBE/WBE: Cooperative Agreement contracts are exempt from City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women- Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program); therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to the Financial Services Department - Central Procurement at FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: August 11, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: The contract is for ManageEngine products, a software suite that supports network health monitoring, cybersecurity, including fault detection and real-time change tracking, active directory management, technology asset lifecycle tracking, and system reporting. ManageEngine helps maintain the health and performance of Austin Energy’s Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS), which ensures reliable and efficient utility operations. ADMS manages distribution system reliability, field crew coordination, and outage response. The software also supports the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition/Energy Management System, a mission-critical platform for safely operating and managing the electric transmission system. Overall, the ManageEngine suite helps ensure continued compliance with Electric Reliability Council of Texas requirements and supports the operation of related control and auxiliary systems. The State of Texas Department of Information Resources is a cooperative purchasing association recognized under Texas procurement statutes. Cooperative associations, themselves or using a lead government, competitively solicit and award contracts that are eligible for use by other qualified state and local governments. Due to their substantial volumes, larger than any one government could achieve independently, cooperative contracts routinely include superior terms, conditions, and pricing. Use of cooperative …
Posting Language ..Title Authorize a contract for information technology infrastructure management software and services for Austin Energy with Insight Public Sector Inc., for a term of three years in an amount not to exceed $780,000. Funding: $235,759 is available in the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget of Austin Energy, funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. ..Body Lead Department Financial Services Department. Client Department(s) Austin Energy. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $235,759 is available in the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget of Austin Energy, funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Purchasing Language: Multiple cooperative purchase programs were reviewed for these goods and services. The Financial Services Department and Austin Energy have determined this contractor best meets the needs of Austin Energy to provide these goods and services required for the City. MBE/WBE: This contract is exempt from the City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program); therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to the Financial Services Department - Central Procurement at FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: August 11, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: This contract is for the purchase of Quest software and support services, which allows application and database teams to quickly find, secure, and manage necessary data for projects and reporting, using an easy- to-understand interface. The software also supports streamlining of routine tasks such as upgrades and security checks, reducing risk and system downtime. Additionally, the Quest portfolio also includes tools that support large data transfers, which are critical during major system upgrades. The Omnia Partners Public Sector is a cooperative purchasing association recognized under Texas procurement statutes. Cooperative associations, themselves or using a lead government, competitively solicit and award contracts that are eligible for use by other qualified state and local governments. Due to their substantial volumes, larger than any one government could achieve independently, cooperative contracts routinely include superior terms, conditions, and pricing. Use of cooperative contracts also results in lower administrative costs and time savings. If this contract is not approved, Austin Energy may face increased risk of system downtime, data loss, and security vulnerabilities. Item 7
Posting Language ..Title Authorize a contract for LM6000 turbine control systems upgrades and support services for Austin Energy with EthosEnergy Power Plant Services, LLC, for an initial term of one year with up to four one-year extension options in an amount not to exceed $2,775,000. Funding: $1,920,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy, $28,000 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Energy, funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. ..Body Lead Department Financial Services Department. Client Department(s) Austin Energy. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $1,920,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. Funding in the amount of $28,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Purchasing Language: Sole Source. MBE/WBE: Sole source contracts are exempt from the City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program); therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to the Financial Services Department - Central Procurement at FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: August 11, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: This contract is to support Austin Energy’s LM6000 turbine control systems at Sand Hill Energy Center. It includes ongoing support for the existing EthosEnergy control systems, units 1 - 4, and the upgrade of control systems on units 6 and 7. These systems are essential for monitoring and maintaining the safety, operability, and reliability of the turbines and generators at the facility. This is a sole source purchase, as EthosEnergy Power Plant Services, LLC is the sole manufacturer authorized to service, support, and provide warranty for these proprietary control systems. Without this contract, Austin Energy would lack the necessary support to maintain and upgrade the LM6000 turbine control systems, putting the reliability and safe operation of critical generation units at risk. Delays or failures in system performance could directly impact power generation capacity and system stability at Sand Hill Energy Center. Item 8
Posting Language ..Title Authorize negotiation and execution of all documents and instruments necessary or desirable to acquire approximately a 0.0989 acres (4,306 square foot) permanent electric transmission and distribution easement, and a 0.1617 acres (7,043 square foot) temporary construction easement, both out of Outlot 55, Division “O”, City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, being a portion of Lot 20, Block 2, Elm Grove, a subdivision of record in Book 2, Page 241, Plat Records, Travis County, Texas, the remainder of said Tract A (Tract One) and the remainder of said Lot 20 (Tract Two, save & except the south 5 feet) conveyed to The Young Men’s Christian Association of Austin (YMCA – formerly Extend-A-Care, Inc. per Certificate of Merger recorded in Document No. 2020122183, Official Public Records, Travis County, Texas) by Special Warranty Deed with Vendor’s Lien dated December 30, 1992, as recorded in Volume 11843, Page 2553, Real Property Records, Travis County, Texas; situated and generally located at 55 North Interstate Highway 35, Austin, Texas 78702 from The Young Men’s Christian Association, a non-profit corporation, successor by merger to Extend-A- Care, Inc. for a total amount not to exceed $993,392, including closing costs. Funding: $993,392 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. ..De Lead Department Financial Services Department. Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. For More Information: Brandon Williamson, Financial Services Department, 512-974-5666; Michael Gates, Financial Services Department, 512-974-5639; Amy Everhart, Austin Energy, Director, Local Government Issues, 512-322- 6087; David Tomczyszyn, Austin Energy, VP Electric Systems Engineering and Technical Services, 512-322- 6821. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: August 11, 2025 – To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: This proposed acquisition is required to relocate various structures along the existing circuit 1015 to accommodate the Texas Department of Transportation’s expansion of Interstate Highway 35 as part of its Interstate Highway 35 Capital Express program. The Interstate Highway 35 Capital Express Lady Bird Lake project runs along Interstate Highway 35 from Holly Street to State Highway 71/ Ben White Boulevard. An independent, third-party appraisal was procured to establish the fair-market valuation of the proposed acquisition. The appraisal supports the purchase price of $987,172. The amount of the purchase price plus closing costs is not to exceed $993,392. Item 9
Annual Internal Review This report covers the time period of 7/1/2024 to 6/30/2025 BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT The Board’s mission statement (per the City Code, Title 2 Administration) is: Mission Statement The Board of Adjustment mission is defined by Article 2-1-111 Board of Adjustment and the Board of Adjustment Bylaws which state: The purpose of the Board of Adjustment is to: (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Hear and decide requests for a variance from the requirements of Chapter 25-2 (Zoning), except as otherwise provided by the Code; and, Hear and decide a request for a special exception under Chapter 25-2 (Zoning); and, Hear and decide an appeal of an administrative action under Chapter 25-2 (Zoning); and, Hear and decide on a request for a variance from the requirements of airport zoning regulations under Section 241.034, Local Government Code; and, Perform other duties prescribed by ordinance, such as to hear and decide requests for a variance from the requirements of Chapter 25-10 (Sign Regulations); and, (6) Perform other duties prescribed by state law. Board Actions The following actions of the Board were taken during the period between July 1, 2024 and June 30, 2025 in support of the Board’s mission. ITEM06/1-LATE BACKUP Annual Review and Work Plan Year 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2025 A. Meetings: Page 2 Twelve (12) meetings were scheduled for the Board of Adjustment during the reporting period. 1. The Board of Adjustment met eleven (11) times in support of the purposes and duties noted above. One scheduled meetings was cancelled due to lack of quorum. 2. The Board of Adjustment held one (1) special called meeting June 9, 2025 for a Board Member training session. 3. The Board of Adjustment heard zero (0) cases related to airport zoning regulations. 4. At the May 2025 meeting, the current Chair and Vice chair were re-elected 5. Workgroups were formed to address BOA Bylaws and Rules of Procedure changes, Use of Alternates, and, Coordination with City Staff. B. Variance Cases Heard: 1. The Board heard a total of 35 items related to variance requests from the requirements of 25-2 (Zoning) and 25-10 (Sign Regulations), plus had 25 discussion items (new business items) during the reporting period. That equates to an average total case load of approximately 5 agenda items per month of which 22 were new cases which equates to an average of approximately 2 new cases per month. Disposition of variance cases: …
Reporting AUSTIN ANIMAL SERVICES Animal Advisory Commission August 11, 2025 Rolando Fernandez Jr. Animal Services Interim Director Jason Garza Animal Services Deputy Director 1 Monthly Reporting AUSTIN ANIMAL SERVICES 2 AUSTIN ANIMAL CENTER MONTHLY DATA The live outcome rate for July was 94.27%. 1,094 animals were brought to the shelter 767 animals were adopted 82 dogs and cats were returned to their owners July 1, 2025 1530 animals in the ASO inventory August 1, 2025 1306 animals in the ASO inventory 3 ANIMAL PROTECTION FIELD DATA Field Return to Owner (RTO) Fencing Applications Impounded Injured Impounded Regular or Sick Rabies Specimens 12 2 24 114 40 WILDLIFE COYOTES Coyote Related Activities 40 Activities Breakdown 17 wild sick 2 incidents 16 sightings 1 encounter 4 wild injured 4 VOLUNTEERING HOURS OVERVIEW 594 volunteers contributed 7,307.43 hours 4 orientations, introducing 123 potential volunteers 16 Community Service Restitution individuals to perform 145.2 hours 27 individuals donated 54 hours toward group volunteer service, through dog-walking and cat care SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook • 1.52 million page views • 472,000 unique individuals • 47,000 content interactions Instagram • 1.1 million page views • 271,000 unique individuals • 51,000 content interactions 5 FOSTER AND RESCUE In July, 13 different rescue partners pulled a total of 314 domestic animals from the Austin Animal Center. • This total included: 100 kittens, 100 cats, 48 puppies, 57 dogs, 4 guinea pigs, 4 rabbits, and 1 reptile • 476 different people/families fostered. • As of August 1st @ 7:30 a.m. there are 456 animals in foster care. • 31 animals were a part of Finder to Foster • More than 273 animals were adopted directly from foster care. • 341 new foster applications were processed. • There are currently 902 approved foster care providers 6 VET SERVICES • 615 spay/neuter surgeries were performed in July. • 1206 animals were vaccinated. • 0 visibly pregnant animals were spayed. • 345 animals were transferred to rescue organizations. • 66 animals were euthanized in July. • 64 for severe injury, neurological, congenital, cardiac, suffering, toxicity, or agonal reasons. • 2 for court ordered euthanasia. 7 Spay and Neuter AUSTIN ANIMAL SERVICES 8 SPAY/NEUTER SURGERIES BY THE YEAR FY2020 4642 FY2020 5986 Surgeries performed In-house FY2022 6079 FY2021 4916 FY2023 5217 Surgeries performed via Contract FY2022 4761 FY2023 7571 FY2021 4956 FY2024 5641 FY2024 10628 Austin Animal Services supports the community and the welfare of …
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Animal Advisory Commission Recommendation Number: (20250811-7): Animal Welfare Policies and Marketing Priorities WHEREAS, spay neuter surgeries are critical services provided to the community to stabilize and ultimately reduce shelter intake of unplanned litters of kittens and puppies; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin contracted with Greater Good Charities to provide high-quality, high-volume community spay/neuter services for up to seven (7) free clinics for the residents of Austin and Travis County with the goal of up to 1,200 animals spayed/neutered for each clinic; and WHEREAS, during each of the four (4) prior clinics the maximum goal of 1,200 animals spayed/neuterd per clinic was not met; and WHEREAS, when significant efforts by the public to assist with marketing the clinic resulted in an excellent turnout for the fifth clinic held in July 2025; and WHEREAS, when Austin Animal Center worked with all their partners and increased marketing efforts it also contributed to the success of the fifth clinic. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Animal Advisory Commission encourages the Austin City Council to support the following marketing recommendations to ensure continued excellent turnout for future spay neuter clinics by: 1. Recommending Austin Animal Center’s marketing team find new and creative ways to encourage participation in the free spay neuter clinics by posting clinic information in the Austin Chronicle, requesting the site hosting the clinic to cross promote, requesting more media coverage both before and during the clinic, creating more variety in social media posts about the clinic, and reaching out to contracted nonprofits providing services for APH/HHS to promote the clinic. 2. Recommending Austin Animal Center’s Community Cats Program work with the Greater Good Charities/Good Fix team to determine how many community cats they can accept each clinic day and plan and work with volunteer trappers and community members to fill these slots. 3. Recommending Austin Animal Center’s customer service team promote the clinic by posting flyers outside the Pet Resource Center, distributing flyers to customers, including a link to clinic information in the auto-reply for all shelter emails, emailing clinic information to every pet owner who has reclaimed their pet intact, and harvesting emails from 311 requests for the past year and email flyers to those addresses. 4. Recommending Austin Animal Center’s outreach team reinstate their spay and neuter outreach efforts where they picked up and transported owned pets to be sterilized and vaccinated and returned to their …
August 11, 2025 George McQueen 506 Terrace Dr Austin TX, 78704 Property Description: LOT 8 BLK 4 BLUE BONNET HILLS Re: C15-2025-0025 Dear George, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance request from LDC Section 25-2-492 to decrease the interior side yard setback at 506 Terrace Drive. that any proposed or Austin Energy does not oppose existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s Clearance & Safety Criteria, the National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA requirements. Any removal or relocation of existing facilities will be at the owner’s/applicant’s expense. the request, provided Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements which are additional conditions of the above review action: https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/utilities_criteria_manual?nodeId=S1AUENDECR_1 .10.0CLSARE If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Rosemary Avila, Planning Officer Infrastructure Services | Austin Energy 4815 Mueller Blvd Austin, TX 78723 (512) 972-8488 Rosemary.avilla@austinenergy.com
