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RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, June 18, 2024 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, June 18, 2024 The Resource Management Commission convened in a Regular Called meeting on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at Austin Energy Headquarters 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin, TX 78723. Chair Louis Stone called the Resource Management Commission meeting to order at 6:07 p.m. in Attendance: Commissioner Louis Stone, Chair; Board Members/Commissioners Commissioner Paul Robbins, Vice Chair; Commissioner Charlotte Davis; Commissioner Trey Farmer; Commissioner GeNell Gary; Commissioner Dino Sasaridis; Commissioner Alison Silverstein. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: None PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL • Al Braden- Spoke in favor of Item #3. • Dan O’Brien- Streetlighting. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Resource Management Commission Regular Meeting on May 21, 2024. The motion approving the minutes of the Resource Management Commission meeting of May 21, 2024 was approved on Commissioner Silverstein’s motion, Vice Chair Robbins second on a 6-0-1 vote with Commissioner Gary abstaining, Commissioners Johnson and Scaffidi absent, and two vacancies. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Recommend approval of the Austin Water Capital Improvement Projects located in the Drinking Water Protection Zone for approval to include in the 5-year Capital spending plan as required by Financial Policy #8. The motion to approve a recommendation approving the Austin Water Capital Improvement Projects located in the Drinking Water Protection Zone was approved on Commissioner Silverstein’s motion, Commissioner Farmer’s second on a 6-0-1 vote with Commissioner Gary abstaining, Commissioners Johnson and Scaffidi absent, and two vacancies. RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, June 18, 2024 3. Recommend approving amendments to the Resource Management Commission bylaws to include advising on all matters related to natural gas companies that serve customers within the City of Austin, including franchise agreements, rates, and conservation programs. The motion to approve a recommendation approving amendments to the Resource Management Commission bylaws to include advising on all matters related to natural gas companies was approved on Vice Chair Robbins motion, Commissioner Silverstein’s second on a 6-1 vote with Commissioner Gary voting against, Commissioners Johnson and Scaffidi absent, and two vacancies. STAFF BRIEFINGS DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Staff briefing regarding the Single Family Residential Landscape Transformation Activities by Kevin Critendon, Assistant Director, Environmental, Planning and Development Services and Christopher Charles, Water Conservation Coordinator. The briefing was presented by Kevin Critendon, Assistant Director, Environmental, Planning and Development Services and Christopher Charles, Water Conservation Coordinator. 5. Discussion regarding …
Approved Minutes — original pdf
ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES June 18, 2024 The Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission convened in a Regular meeting on June 18, 2024, at 301 W. 2nd St. in Austin, Texas. Chair Huang called the Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 6:13 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Hanna Huang, Chair Padmini Jambulapati, Vice Chair Sarah Xiyi Chen Luan Tran Kuo Yang Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Sarah Chen Satyajeet Dodia Hailey Easley Zahra Shakur Jamal-Hassan Nayer Sikder Sonny Sin Commissioners Absent: Satyajeet Dodia Pierre Nguyen PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission Regular Meeting on May 21, 2024. None. 1 The minutes from the meeting of May 21, 2024, were approved on Chair Huang’s motion, Commissioner Sarah Xiyi Chen’s second on an 11-0 vote. Commissioners Dodia and Nguyen were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation by Amanda Rohlich, Food Policy Advisor, Office of Sustainability on the City of Austin Food Plan. The presentation was made by Amanda Rohlich, Food Policy Advisor, Office of Sustainability. Commissioner Tran requested that demographic information for the Food Plan Community Advisory Committee and issue area groups be shared with the Commission. Presentation by the City Communications & Public Information Office on the We All Belong Anti-Hate Education and Outreach Initiative. The presentation was made by Alicia Dean, Strategic Communications Division Manager, Communications and Public Information Office and Jessica King, Communications Director, Communications and Public Information Office. Discussion of the Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission’s July and August meeting dates and potential cancellation of a meeting. Discussed. Discussion of holding an in-person future Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission meeting at the Asian American Resource Center. Discussed. Discussion of the Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission 2023 Annual Report and Internal Review, including the Commission’s goals and objectives for the next year. Discussed. Chair Huang and Vice Chair Jambulapati requested that an item to discuss the Annual Report and Internal Review be added to the July meeting agenda. Discussion of new City Manager T.C. Broadnax meeting with Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community leaders. Discussed. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 8. Approve changes to the membership of the Food Security working group. Commissioner Yang was added to the Food Security working group without objection. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 2 9. …
2024-6-18-ApprovedMinutes_SpecialCalledCOJC — original pdf
Special Called Meeting of the Codes and Ordinances Joint Committee APPROVED MINUTES June 18, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. Permitting and Development Center (PDC) – Room #2103 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive Austin, TX 78752 Some members of the Codes and Ordinances Joint Committee may be participating in the video conference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once, either in-person or remotely, and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To at 512-974-7288 or email Jordan.Feldman@austintexas.gov. Jordan Feldman, the board call or register, liaison, COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT Claire Hempel (Chair) Alejandra Flores (Vice-Chair) Betsy Greenberg Felicity Maxwell Lonny Stern COMMITTEE MEMBERS ABSENT Greg Anderson Awais Azhar CALL TO ORDER Call to Order by Chair Hempel at 12:04pm. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL No public communication. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of the April 1, 2024, meeting minutes. On a motion by Commissioner Greenberg seconded by Vice Chair Flores, the minutes 1 from the April 1, 2024, meeting were approved unanimously (5-0) with Commissioner Anderson and Azhar absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. C20-2024-011 Density Bonus 90 Revisions. Discussion and possible action to Amend City Code Title 25 (Land Development) to revise uses, site development regulations, density bonus requirements and compatibility standards applicable in density bonus 90 (DB90) combining district. City Staff: Paul Books, Planning Department, (512) 974-3173, Paul.Books@austintexas.gov. Paul Books presented. Commissioner Flores moved to forward the staff recommendation to the Planning Commission seconded by Commissioner Maxwell, and the amendment passed on 4-0-1 vote with Commissioner Greenberg abstaining and Commissioners Azhar and Anderson absent. 3. Officer Elections. Discussion and action to elect Chair and Vice Chair. On Commissioner Greenberg’s motion, Commissioner Flores was unanimously approved as Chair. On Commissioner Greenberg’s motion, Commissioner Hempel was unanimously approved as Vice Chair. DISCUSSION ITEMS No discussion items. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Chair Hempel suggested a possible future briefing on uses and how they relate to the upcoming comprehensive plan. Notes from the discussion: Commissioner Stern proposed to discuss the possible implementation of uses such as counseling, guidance, medical office, personal improvement, pet services, and the like in commercial zoning district, since certain areas of the City particularly east of IH 35 lack these services. Commissioner Maxwell noted a possible need to update the use table. Chair …
Agenda — original pdf
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD JUNE 17, 2024 – 6:00 PM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1406 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TX 78752 Some members of the Parks and Recreation Board may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. For remote participation, registration must be completed no later than noon the day before the meeting. To register to speak, click here: https://forms.office.com/g/PSGCcWX3wk or call or email Tim Dombeck, (512) 974-6716, Tim.Dombeck@austintexas.gov. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and may be allowed up to three (3) minutes to provide their comments. Free on-site parking is available in the parking garage and with validation. Attendees should enter via the Event Center Doors on Wilhelmina Delco Drive. More information is available here: https://www.austintexas.gov/pdc. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Pedro Villalobos (D-2), Chair Kathryn Flowers (D-4), Vice Chair Shelby Orme (D-1) Nicole Merritt (D-3) Stephanie Bazan (D-5) VACANT (D-6) VACANT (D-7) Kim Taylor (D-8) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Jennifer Franklin (D-9) Holly Reed (D-10) Lane Becker (Mayor) The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Parks and Recreation Board regular meeting of May 20, 2024. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Presentation, discussion and approve letters of support for enhancements to the PARD Cemeteries Program. (Sponsors: Villalobos, Flowers). Presenter(s): Jason Walker, Cemeteries Division Manager, Parks and Recreation. Presentation, discussion and approve a recommendation to Austin City Council to approve the negotiation and execution of a Parkland Improvement Agreement with Hill Country Conservancy for the Violet Crown Mile Zero Trailhead project that includes a maximum amount of funding of $900,000 the Parks and Recreation Department will allocate to Hill Country Conservancy for a portion of the cost to construct the project. (Sponsors: Villalobos, Flowers). (PARD Long Range Strategies: Relief from Urban Life, Urban Public Spaces.) Presenter(s): D’Anne Williams, Project Manager, Parks and Recreation Department and Kathy Miller, CEO, Hill Country Conservancy. Page 1 of 2 2. 3. Discussion on Parks and Recreation Board input to City Manager on the selection of a new Parks and Recreation Department Director. (Sponsors: Reed, Taylor). Staff briefing on the status of The Expedition School’s permitting and …
01-1: Draft Minutes of May 20, 2024 — original pdf
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING MINUTES MAY 20, 2024 PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MAY 20, 2024 The PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD convened in a REGULAR meeting on May 20, 2024 at 301 W. 2nd Street in Austin, Texas Chair Villalobos called the PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD Meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Pedro Villalobos, Kathryn Flowers, Lane Becker, Holly Reed. Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Stephanie Bazan, Shelby Orme. Board Members Absent: Jennifer Franklin, Nicole Merritt, Kim Taylor. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Liz Barhydt - Austin Rowing Club Chris Flores - Barton Springs Bathhouse Wolf Sittler - Norwood House Phillip Thomas - Free Zilker Coalition Cedar Stevens - Free Zilker Coalition APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Parks and Recreation Board regular meeting of April 22, 2024. The motion to approve the minutes of the Parks and Recreation Board regular meeting of April 22, 2024 was approved on Chair Villalobos’ motion, Vice Chair Flowers’ second on a 6-0 vote with two vacancies. Board Members Franklin, Merritt and Taylor absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Presentation, discussion and approve letters of support for George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural Center and Genealogy Center staff and the 2024 Stay Black & Live Austin Citywide Juneteenth Festival. Carre Adams, Cultural & Arts Education Manager, Parks and Recreation Department gave a presentation and answered questions on the Carver genealogical archives and events at the Carver. The motion to approve letters of support for George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural Center and Genealogy Center staff and the 2024 Stay Black & Live Austin Citywide 1 PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING MINUTES MAY 20, 2024 Juneteenth Festival was approved on Chair Villalobos' motion, Board Member Becker’s second on a 6-0 vote with two vacancies. Board Members Franklin, Merritt and Taylor absent. 3. Discussion and approve a recommendation to Austin City Council to direct the Watershed Protection Department to seek alternative solutions to the current proposed plan for the Reed Park Water Quality Improvement Project. Board Members discussed the need for green space in this park deficient area, the poor water quality of the creek, the effects of rapid urbanization on this area, the Chapter 26 process, and wastewater infrastructure. The motion to recommend to Austin City Council to direct the Watershed Protection Department and Parks and Recreation Dept. to seek alternative solutions to the current proposed plan for the …
03-1: Violet Crown Mile Zero Trailhead Presentation — original pdf
Violet Crown Trail | Mile Zero Trailhead Parkland Improvement Agreement with Hill Country Conservancy Parks and Recreation Board Christine Chute Canul, Program Manager II Parks and Recreation Department, City of Austin June 17, 2024 Violet Crown Trail In 2006, planning of the Violet Crown Trail began. Its purpose is to create the first regional trail system in Central Texas. After years of strategic land acquisition and planning, the trail is now 13 miles long running from Zilker Park to Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. With continued construction, the VCT is on its way to becoming the longest trail of its kind in Central Texas. 2 Violet Crown Trail | Mile Zero Trailhead at Zilker Metropolitan Park 3 Project Improvement Map 4 Improvements at the Site Mile Zero Entry Feature and Gathering Area Meadow Pavilion Observation Deck and Overlook Stabilized Decomposed Granite Trail Meadow enhancements and walking trail Bike Racks Educational Signage Improved Crosswalk and ADA access 5 6 Project Cost Estimate PROJECT BUDGET Construction Costs Materials Cost Estimated Project Cost Contingency Total Project Cost: 7 Permitting, Design, Project Mgt Costs In-kind Design and Project Management 1,006,488 936,637 1,943,125 194,313 54,115 125,000 2,316,553 Timeline and Next Steps Community Engagement 2018-2019 – Complete 2022 Site Plan Approved 5/20/24 Parks and Recreation Board 7/18/24 City Council Execute Parkland Improvement Agreement Construction begins late 2024 – early 2025 8 Make a recommendation to City Council to approve the negotiation and execution of a Parkland Improvement Agreement with Hill Country Conservancy for the Violet Crown Trail Mile Zero Trailhead project. The agreement includes a maximum amount of Parkland Dedication funding of $900,000 the Parks and Recreation Department will allocate to Hill Country Conservancy for a portion of the cost of constructing the project. Action 9
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SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the URBAN RENEWAL BOARD June 17, 2024, 6:00 P.M. STREET JONES BUILDING, ROOM 400A 1000 E 11TH STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78702 Some members of the Urban Renewal Board may be participating by videoconference and a quorum will be present at the location identified above. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once, either in-person or remotely, and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Hunter Maples, (512) 974-3120 or hunter.maples@austintexas.gov. The Urban Renewal Board reserves the right to go into closed session to discuss any of the items on this agenda as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Manuel Escobar, Chair Darrell W, Pierce, Vice Chair Amit Motwani Jacqueline Watson Kobla Tetey Tam Hawkins CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA The first 10 speakers who registered to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting, if speaking virtually, will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1 of 2 1. 2. 3. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Discuss and consider approval of a recommendation to Austin City Council regarding a Development team based on the 2023-4 Request for Proposals process for the future development of Blocks 16 & 18, at or near the 900 and 1100 blocks of East 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78702 (Anne Gatling Haynes, Austin Economic Development Corporation). EXECUTIVE SESSION Discuss legal matters related to the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of an interest in Blocks 16 and 18 located on East 11th Street in Austin (Private consultation with legal counsel - Section 551.071 of the Texas Government Code) Discuss real estate matters related to the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of an interest in Blocks 16 and 18 located on East 11th Street in Austin (Real Property - Section 551.072 of the Texas Government Code) FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign …
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REGULAR MEETING of the ARTS COMMISSION June 17, 2024, at 6:00 PM Austin City Hall, Boards and Commission room 1101. 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the ARTS 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, call or email Jesús Varela at jesus.varela@austintexas.gov or at 512-974-2444. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Celina Zisman - Chair, Heidi Schmalbach - Vice Chair, Monica Maldonado, Felipe Garza, Gina Houston, Michael Vernusky, Acia Gray, Faiza Kracheni, Amy Mok, Nagavalli Medicharla AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Arts Commission Regular Meeting on May 20, 2024. 1. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. Report of the Art in Public Places Liaison concerning actions taking during the May 6, 2024 meeting of the Art in Public Places Panel by Commissioner Maldonado Update on actions taken at the May 15, 2024 Downtown Commission meeting by Commissioner Mok STAFF BRIEFINGS Staff briefing regarding the Economic and Cultural District Framework Policy by Matthew Schmidt, Global Business Expansion Division Program Manager III Staff briefing regarding the National Endowment for the Arts grant for Our Future 35 by Laura Odegaard Staff briefing regarding an update on the Hotel Occupancy Tax by Laura Odegaard, Acting Cultural Arts Division Manager Staff update on the Cultural Arts Funding Programs by Jesús Pantel, Cultural Funding Supervisor DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Approve the Final Design for the North Lamar Corridor Art in Public Places Project Approve the Final Design for the Emma Long Park Art in Public Places Project Approve the Final Design for the Oertli Park Art in Public Places Project Approve the Artist Selection Process Recommendation for the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Phase II Art in Public Places Project Approve slate of Proposed Elevate/Thrive Review Panelists 12. WORKING GROUP UPDATES Update from joint Arts/Music Commission Working Group on …
02-1: Cemeteries Enhancements Presentation — original pdf
CEMETERY OPERATIONS Parks and Recreation Board June 17, 2024 MISSION STATEMENT | Cemetery Operations strives to honor the past, present, and future of Austin’s sacred municipal burial grounds with integrity, empathy, and respect. VISION STATEMENT | Cemetery Operations utilizes available resources to manage all operations in a first-class manner applying the most modern administrative, maintenance, preservation, and conservation methods, techniques, and technologies to our day-to-day responsibilities. Cemetery Operations The Founding of Historic Cemeteries 1839 • Oakwood Cemetery 1872 • Stanley- Nolen 1878 • Cemetery at Longview Park 1898 • Plummers Cemetery 1915 • Oakwood Cemetery Annex 1926 • Evergreen Cemetery 1927 • Austin Memorial Cemetery City of Austin Cemeteries represents one of the earliest municipal achievements with the establishment of Oakwood Cemetery in 1839. Oakwood offered the citizens of Austin the opportunity to be buried and remembered in a dignified and respectful manner. Since 1839, the City of Austin has managed and operated 5 municipal and 2 family cemeteries and 80,000 burials encompassing approximately 200 acres of land. 2 Cemetery Operations Background and Current Status Parks and Recreation Department takes on management responsibility. • 1986 – Public Works ends management of municipal cemeteries. • 1990 – 2013 InterCare Inc., assumes responsibility for all aspects of management at city cemeteries. • 2013- Present • April 1, 2013, PARD assumed management of the City of Austin municipal cemeteries resumed some aspects of the cemetery management. • Current Status – 28 Full-time Employees: 6 administrative and 22 • Cemetery Operations maintain 200+ acres of cemetery land, which consists of maintenance (5 temporary) over 80,000 burials • An average of 500 – 600 interments per year and 800 space sales 3 Cemetery Operations Headstone Resetting/Releveling Pilot Project • Address and remediate sinking and leaning headstones in a sample section to determine the most cost-effective process to maximize city resources. • AMP Section 5 Pilot Project was designed by Cemetery Operations in response to the growing and costly issues related to shifting ground patterns and headstone sinking. • The project utilized two different methodologies to effectively evaluate and determine the most effective process moving forward. • The project goals were met, and staff provided useful feedback on the pros and cons of the processes. 4 Cemetery Operations Headstone Pilot Project cont…. • Maintenance staff began performing monument installations, resets, and relevels in November 2018. • Cemetery Operations plans to transition to all interment and burial …
05-1: Expedition School Presentation — original pdf
Austin Parks and Recreation Department The Expedition School – Progress Update Presenter: Reynaldo Hernandez Jr, PLA, PMP June 17, 2024 Background Mid 2006: December 2019: The Expedition School (TES) founded and began operating as a contract instructor at Camacho Recreation Center. TES provided city-contracted instructor classes in kayaking, standup paddling, canoeing, and safety. Council Ordinance 20191205-070 • Authorized a boating concession on Lady Bird Lake for the Expedition School • Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) to determine permanent location of operation. December 2019: October 2020 : PARD and TES partnership agreement finalized Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued. • Temporary location of operation at Lady Bird Lake. • 18-month period, potential 2-year extensions • TES conducts planning efforts for permanent infrastructure Temporary Location: Festival Beach Boat Ramp at Nash Hernandez Road • September 2020, Site Plan Exemption received from Development Services Dept. (DSD) • October 2020, partnership agreement executed through April 2022 • January 2022, extension through April 2024 • December 2023, extension through April 2026 TES continues to operate at this temporary location. Planning and permitting for new location infrastructure is ongoing. Permanent Location: Permanent location of The Expedition School • TES is responsible for the design, permitting, and construction for the new infrastructure for planned TES programming. This may include storage, shade structures, equipment and material for operation of concession. All proposed amenities must be ADA compliant. • TES will also be responsible for infrastructure and facility maintenance including keeping concession area clean. • PARD is responsible for providing park identification sign, park directional signage, ADA compliant access, and ADA parking. Permanent Location cont.: A C B D BoardSafe design E E TES facility proposes the following amenities: A. Gang plank (1027 sq. ft.) B. Floating dock (7500 sq. ft.) C. Storage on floating dock (1715 sq. ft.) D. Shade structure on floating dock (4000 sq. ft.) E. 2 ADA boarding kits (740 sq. ft.) Total floating dock and amenities area: 9267 sq. ft. Existing Boating Concessions Comparison: TEXAS ROWING CENTER (2018 Improvements) A. Floating dock (9266 sq. ft.) B. Floating dock extension (4227 sq. ft.) C. 2 storage buildings on floating dock B C (5795 sq. ft.) A C Texas Rowing Center 6044 sq. ft. of existing floating dock incorporated into improvements. Total floating dock and amenities area: 19537 sq. ft. Permanent Location Next Steps: • Anticipate issuance of Site Plan Permit 3 months after final review comments …
06-1: PARD Director's Update, June 2024 — original pdf
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD DIRECTOR’S UPDATE DATE: June 2024 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT EVENTS: Beverly S. Sheffield Education Center: Beverly S. Sheffield Education Center (BSSEC) and Austin Nature & Science Center (ANSC) staff partnered with the Parks Grounds Maintenance team to open a new feature to the Zilker Metropolitan Park playscape on Friday, May 31st. The installation features a scientifically accurate representation of the endangered species that calls Barton Springs its home and will provide salamander education for years to come. District 8 Parks Grounds Maintenance and Nature Programs teams celebrate the opening of the new salamander feature at Zilker Metropolitan Park playscape. 1 Oswaldo A.B. Cantu/Pan American Recreation Center: On Saturday, May 18th the City of Austin’s Parks and Recreation Department celebrated the unveiling of a plaque in honor of Tony Castillo. After much deliberation with city council, the Parks Board, along with community advocates and the Castillo family, the decision was made by the board to erect a plaque in honor of Mr. Castillo. District 3 Program invitation for Tony Castillo plaque dedication in Pan Am neighborhood park. Tillery Neighborhood Park PARD staff will host a Virtual Community Meeting to discuss plans for the new parkland and pecan grove. The project will provide visible and safe access to the park and install amenities that align with community needs and environmental constraints. District 3. Tillery Neighborhood Park Community Meeting (Virtual) Wednesday, June 26 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Join us to meet project staff, learn more about the planned park improvements and timeline, and get your questions answered. Spanish interpretation will be provided. Register here! PLANNING UPDATES: 2 DEVELOPMENT UPDATES: Kicking Off: Project kick-off is underway for new park development at 1129 Tillery Street, known as Pecan Grove, in east Austin. The approximately two acres of parkland were officially acquired from the Austin Housing Finance Corporation in 2022 as part of a planned affordable housing development. Concept planning for the park will start with community engagement, anticipated to begin this summer. District 3 Aerial view of 1129 Tillery Street 3 MAINTENANCE UPDATES: Barton Springs Pool & Joan Means Khabele Bathhouse Rehabilitation Project: Possible drawdown to be scheduled before July 4th. The drawdown of water levels will help remove algae from the shallow end of the pool. The Bathhouse Rehabilitation Project is underway. Ticket sales were moved to the café, signage designating the change was installed and staff have been set up …
Item 04 - ECDFramework_ArtsCommish_6.17.pdf — original pdf
Economic and Cultural District Framework Policy Economic Development Department June 17, 2024 History City of Austin and Economic and Cultural Districts • The City of Austin lacks a holistic approach to the recognition and development of Economic and Cultural Districts • Specific “District” Planning/Policy’s Recognized include: Small Area Planning Historic District Designation Public Improvement Districts C I T Y O F A U S T I N Prior District Council Actions • Resolution No. 20071213-058 establishes the African American Cultural Arts District, the City of Austin’s first Cultural District • Resolution No. 20110825-067 establishes the 5th Street Mexican American Heritage Corridor • Resolution No. 20131017-036 establishes the Red River Cultural District • Resolution No. 20230702-128 establishes the South Shore Cultural District C I T Y O F A U S T I N Souly Austin is a place-based economic development program focused on creating and retaining strong, vibrant, culturally rich and diverse neighborhood business districts throughout Austin through the development of Merchants Associations. Souly Austin Program Purpose: Program Details • 2014 Program began with a focus of forming Neighborhood Business District Merchant Associations • $362,500 annual allocation (2015) • 6 Neighborhood Business District Merchant Associations formed to date • Intent to onboard 2 new districts during 2019 C I T Y O F A U S T I N Purpose Purpose • Framework aims to leverage economic benefits of concentrated activity in defined • Districts serve as tourist attractions, offering diverse experiences. • Framework provides guidance for organizing and resourcing economic and cultural districts. districts in Austin. • Well-defined districts support thriving commerce and cultural preservation. • Unified management, branding, programming, and improvements amplify economic impact and foster synergy among stakeholders. C I T Y O F A U S T I N Defining Districts Economic and Cultural District Definition • Economic and Cultural districts (ECDs) are compact areas (¼ to 1 ½ mile) rich in creative, cultural, and commercial assets. • ECDs contain concentrations of creative, cultural, entertainment, heritage, or commercial assets that contribute to neighborhood supportive commerce • ECDs make use of a variety of economic, value capture, and focused regulatory tools • ECDs are typically stewarded by district management entities independent of the City of Austin. C I T Y O F A U S T I N Types of Districts • Economic - Contain a high proportion of commercial, entertainment, or cultural uses that help anchor …
Item 06_HOT Update_Odegaard_June.pdf — original pdf
HOTEL OCCUPANCY TAX UPDATE JUNE 17, 2024 C I T Y O F A U S T I N EC ON OMI C D EVEL OP M EN T 1 Hotel Occupancy Tax – May 2024 o Total HOT Collections May 2024 = $12,304185 o 77% towards FY24 Approved Budget of $152,172,894 o Cultural Arts Fund May 2024 = $1,175,056 HOT Cultural Arts Fund - FY24 Approved Budget for FY24: $14,525,594 FY24 HOT Cultural Arts Fund in the bank: $11,258,748 HOT Collections (FY22-FY24) $15.65M $12.87M Questions
Item 07-JesusPantel-CF_Update_06-17-24.pdf — original pdf
Cultural Arts Funding Update Jesús Pantel, Cultural Funding Supervisor Cultural Arts Division Economic Development Department June 17, 2024 C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 1 Status Reports Contracts and Payments Funding Programs Grant Funded Activities for June and July C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 2 Contracts and Payments Contracts and Payments Update Elevate Nexus Thrive Year 1 Thrive Year 2 Arts Ed Relief Grant Total Contracts 51 36 See year 1 19 200 199 (99%) 199 (99%) 199 (99%) 169 (85%) (6%) Signed & Processed Contracts Test payments issued & verified Payment 1 Issued Payment 2 Issued Payment 3 Issued Total Dist. to date 16 (31%) 12 (24%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) n/a 36 (100%) 36 (100%) 36 (100%) 36 (100%) n/a See year 1 See year 1 34 (94%) - (0%) n/a 19 (100%) 19 (100%) 19 (100%) - (0%) n/a $5,288,500 (85%) $249,500 (98%) $3,901,500 ( 100%) $3,330,000 (85%) $427,500 (90%) Total Allocation $6,250,000 $255,000 $3,901,500 $3,901,500 $475,000 C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 4 Funding Programs FY24 Nexus Summer Friday, May 31 • Awards announced • 51 recipients June 1-Sept 30, 2024 application platform October 31, 2024 • Activities must occur within the grant period • Shorter than usual grant period to accommodate transition to new • The latest a Final Report is due • Final Reports are due 30 days after the final activity has concluded, rounded to the end of that month Visit austintexas.gov/Nexus to learn more. C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 6 Program Launches Live Music Fund • Launched May 21, 2024 • Closes June 18, 2024 Thrive/Elevate • Launches June 25, 2024 • Closes July 23, 2024 • Elevate: for activities occurring October 1, 2024 – December 31, 2025 for activities occurring January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2026 • Thrive: …
Item 08 _ AIPP-NLamarCorridor_ErnestoHernandez - Presentation.pdf — original pdf
• Project: North Lamar Corridor • Artist(s): Ernesto Hernandez • Phase: Final Design VOTE • Project Budget: $85,000 • Council District: 4 • Project Manager: Lindsay Hutchens • Sponsoring Department: Transportation & Public Works AIPP PANEL MEETING AGENDA ITEM #4 DATE: MONDAY, JUNE 3, 2024 4 Elements Ernesto Hernández Ramírez Project Goals Support AIPP corridor goals, which is to make stretches of roads accessible to different types of transportation; bikes, autos, pedestrians, cyclists. This art piece will be viewed at different speeds of movement from various perspectives. Create an art piece that the diverse population of this community can feel a connection to. Meet the expectations of the community who gave their input. Bring art and design to people’s everyday life, as they are on the go. An art piece that integrates into the design and flow of the corridor. Community Engagement Talked to over 100 people of all ages, cultures, bilingual and had them in engage in a visual manner. ● NACA - North Austin Civic Association ● YMCA - North Austin Community Rec Center ● Little Walnut Creek Library ● Timothy Alvin Brown Elementary ● Local businesses Questions asked during engagement What colors would you like to see in the art work: monochromatic, limited colors, many colors? What style do you prefer: abstract, figurative, realistic? Questions that came up Are you aware that Payton Gin Pocket Park is there? Do you want to be invited to the unveiling? Would you like to see more public artwork in your community. Community Engagement Each sticker on the board was a vote Community Engagement Each sticker on the board was a vote New food truck park, across Payton Gin Pocket Park. Business owners and employees. Art students and their parents from Timothy Alvin Brown Elementary, exhibiting at Little Walnut Creek Branch library. Community Engagement Results ● More abstract and figurative design than realistic. ● Overwhelmingly, want many colors and vibrant color scheme. ● A design that catches their attention. Answers for questions that came up: ● Many people don’t know that Payton Gin Pocket Park is a public park and part of their community. There isn’t anything that catches their attention towards the park. People would like to attend the unveiling. They want more art in their community. ● ● ● Proposed sighting Narrative Inspiration The initial idea stems from creating an art piece that can represent the multicultural and population …
Item 09 _ AIPP-EmmaLongPark_RyahChristensen - Presentation.pdf — original pdf
• Project: Emma Long Park • Artist(s): Ryah Christensen • Phase: Final Design VOTE • Project Budget: $48,000 • Council District: 10 • Project Manager: Ryan Runcie • Sponsoring Department: Parks & Recreation (PARD) AIPP PANEL MEETING AGENDA ITEM #5 DATE: MONDAY, JUNE 3, 2024 The Dogtail Mushroom can be found in places which are loved Final Design Presentation by Ryah Christensen The Dogtail Mushroom - model ● The "Dogtail Mushroom" is a whimsical sculpture designed to intrigue and delight people who frequent Emma Long Park's popular Turkey Creek Trail. ● It celebrates the very important role Dogs play in the lives of those whom they love, and who love them. ● It calls our attention to the complex ecosystem thriving at Emma Long Park, which is home to many flora and fauna as well as several endangered species. It reminds us that whenever we hike the Turkey Creek Trail, we become an intimate part of that ecosystem. Simplified 1/10 scale model 3 views Simplified Model - 3 views 7’ 13.5’ 4’ 4.5” Back 18” Front Side Full Scale Pattern - 3 views WHAT IS THE STORY? The mythical "Dogtail Mushroom," which resembles a leaping dog, grows from a nurse tree which, during its lifetime, was loved by many for its food, shade, and shelter. The mushroom's long tendrils travel deeply into the tree's carcass, turning the wood into rich dirt that will grow many new trees. Like many other mushrooms, the Dogtail helps the plants around it communicate and share nutrients with one another. It grows strong by helping its neighbors grow strong as well. You can find it in places which are loved. It helps to have a dog with you, for a dog's nose is so powerful, it can smell the mushroom deep inside the earth. A dog will know the mushroom is there even when we can't see it. Joon - Dog at Walnut Creek, Austin TX HOW DID WE GET HERE? Joon - Dog at Guerrero Park, Austin TX COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT - We spent a day last spring interviewing and surveying Turkey Creek Trail hikers about their relationship to Emma Long Park and their thoughts on Public Art at the trailhead. We discovered that nearly everyone who visits that trail has at least one dog, and that walking that trail regularly with their dog is, for many, akin to a religious practice. People who cherish …
Item 10 - Oertli Park_Jamie Spinello_2.pdf — original pdf
Art in Public Places City of Austin Cultural Arts Division 5202 East Ben White Boulevard, Suite 400 Austin, TX 78741 512.974.7700 / aipp@austintexas.gov PROCESS SUMMARY Oertli Neighborhood Park AIPP Projects Project Summary The Austin Parks and Recreation Department is undertaking a series of park improvements throughout Austin, including Brownie Neighborhood Park, Emma Long Metropolitan Park, Highland Neighborhood Park and Reznicek Fields, and Oertli Neighborhood Park. These parks are located in Austin City Council Districts 4, 10, 4, and 1, respectively, and are funded by the 2012 and 2018 Bonds. To best meet the needs of the community, as well as Capital Improvement Park projects, with the approval of the AIPP Panel and the Austin Arts Commission, AIPP staff issued prospectuses outlining a joint artist opt-in period and a joint selection process. This will more easily facilitate an artist’s ability to opt-in to multiple commission opportunities at once and allow a single jury, consisting of community members from each park area, to select multiple artists with fewer meetings and a quicker timeline. Project Backgrounds & Public Art Goals Oertli Neighborhood Park Project Background The six-acre property is currently a vacant field divided by a fence row of trees. The park is surrounded by single-family homes and apartments with access from Blaine Road and Pearl Retreat Drive. The neighborhood park was acquired through parkland dedication funding and will focus on providing park space to the community within a half-mile radius. The property was historically a pasture, owned by the Oertli Family, who operated local dairy farms in Austin and Travis County from 1923-2001. A Texas Historical Marker is located on-site, adjacent to Pearl Retreat Drive. The neighborhood park is expected to include a loop trail, picnic tables and benches, shade trees, play features, and additional amenities in line with the needs of the community. The project will provide ADA-accessible open space and amenities to the adjacent neighborhoods. The Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) anticipates installing shade trees, walking paths, and identifying what active recreation is preferred by anticipated community park visitors. Public Art Goals & Priorities The AIPP program seeks to commission works of art of redeeming quality that advance public understanding of visual art and enhance the aesthetic quality of public places. This can be accomplished through the selection of a qualified artist or artist team who can innovatively and thoughtfully design within the context of this project. To engage local …
Item 12_Thrive-ElevatePanelistsFacilitators2024.PDF — original pdf
Summer 2024 Panel-Facil First Name Last Name BIO Vanessa Alvarado Flores Born and raised in the Rio Grande Valley, Vanessa AlvaradoFlores is a proud fronteriza. She is an actor, performing artist, dance theater producer and aspiring singer/songwriter. For the last five years, Vanessa has dedicated her 9-5 to building donor and community relations as well as planning and executing fundraising initiatives for nonprofits in the areas of social justice organizing and the performing arts. A proud alumna of the Atlantic Acting School Conservatory in NYC, Vanessa also earned a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from Texas A&M University - College Station and a Master of Liberal Arts from St. Edward’s University. Role Review Panelist Willie Anderson Review Panelist Originating from Tennessee and firmly established in the Austin, Texas area for over three decades, my professional trajectory embodies a deep commitment to equity in education and communication. Drawing from a diverse array of experiences and continuous professional growth, I've cultivated a rich skill set tailored to fostering inclusive environments. As an educator, I've held various roles, including Special Education Department Chair and Adjunct Professor, dedicated to creating equitable learning environments. Within the Austin Independent School District and Austin Community College, I've championed diverse learners, led online instruction, and curated engaging Social and Emotional Learning activities. My passion for community outreach and empowerment is exemplified through my work with Portfolio Resident Services, where I've coordinated educational enrichment programs and forged partnerships with local organizations. Additionally, my tenure as an Educational Associate with Pflugerville ISD underscored my commitment to student support and collaborative instruction. In the realm of media and communication, I've contributed to various platforms, serving as a contributing writer, social media editor, and manager for organizations such as Soul Citi, Ballet Afrique, and Can I Live. Professional endeavors also include roles as a professional scorer with Evaluation Systems Pearson and as a Special Education Consultant for Texas Empowerment Academy. My academic journey, culminating in a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from Concordia University, alongside certifications in ESL and Special Education, reflects a dedication to lifelong learning and equity. Rooted in my Tennessee origins and nurtured by Austin's dynamic cultural landscape, I am poised to continue championing equity and inclusivity across all facets of my professional endeavors. Ibiye Anga is the founder and CEO of Anga Haus, a leading creative technology agency. She brings artistic visions to life while simultaneously …