ITEM06/1-LTR FROM OWNER the existing duplex as a third unit on the site. We are not real estate developers, nor builders, nor home designers. We are a family trying to build an accessible home for our multigenerational blended family. My son Peter has multiple disabilities, uses a wheelchair at all times, and requires round the clock medical supervision. Maintaining the existing duplex as separate residences for caregivers for Peter and other family members provides an affordable option to these important members of Team Peter to live on site in an increasingly expensive city. Providing affordable housing options for caregivers is the best way that we have to continue to have the high quality care for Peter that he deserves, especially as he has aged out of the public school system. Keeping the family in Central Austin, close to transit and other services is also an important part of keeping him engaged and integrated in our community. We met with that committee three times from July to the following January in an attempt to determine HOW to build our addition and fell into a gaping hole in the Austin Land Development Code - that is, there was no way to have a third unit on a site that was zoned as SF. The committee and neighbors opposed upzoning to MF and wished for us to find a way to build using SF zoning but ultimately, after a LONG discussion at the January Planning Commission meeting in 2023, the property was rezoned to allow for the third unit. Members of the Planning commission, staff and even the ex-officio member of the Board of Adjustment considered other SF codes and variance, but in the end, the ONLY way to accomplish this and even though it makes building much more difficult, was to upzone the property to MF. Since that time, Austin’s land development code has caught up to fill in that gap with the passage of the HOME ordinances. Once the amendments were ratified, we researched their provisions and it seems once again that our project is a perfect fit. Even though it is a more restrictive code, it is much more in keeping with our project, and they are simpler for our family. Webber Studios has designed a beautiful renovation to the property that allows Peter to access the entire property and respects our neighbors wishes to not have a multifamily commercial …
From: Hi Donna, Subject: Date: Re: Feedback from some of your neighbors. (705 Brownlee - BoA hearing 10/14) Thursday, October 10, 2024 5:23:30 PM Thank you for reaching out while David is out of pocket. I’m going to go ahead and copy Elaine Ramirez, the Board of Adjustment’s staff liaison on this message so that she has it and can add it to the backup information about the request that the Board gets on Monday. Thank you, Elaine, for adding it to our packet. I’ll copy the neighborhood concerns here so they are easy to follow: 1) Guarantee there would only be three units. Yes, this is the addition made possible by HOME, our renovation/addition adds one more unit to the existing duplex for a total of 3 separate units. 1) Cap total height under 35 including mechanical space Yes, this is the limit for single-family use, our renovation/addition does not exceed 35 feet. 2) Dust Screen for neighbors -- 8 Ft - as they are lower in elevation to the south. I’m not sure if you mean a dust screen during construction which I would assume is normal, or a fence, but yes, we are happy to build an 8 ft fence on the shared property lines. 3) Two code legal parking spaces located in the front yard (where you show them on the site plan) with sufficient landscape screening in the front yard to screen the view of the parking spots from the street. Yes, we absolutely will include landscape screening at the street. I am a plant/tree lady and I am looking forward to getting to the landscaping part of this project. Bring on the native and drought tolerant trees and shrubs! Our intent in seeking these variances to the more restrictive single-family use for our renovation/addition has always been to minimize the impact to the neighborhood that a commercial process would require. We are happy that the HOME ordinances now make that possible if we are granted these two variances. I am sure that the Board of Adjustment will be receptive to the neighborhood’s support so that our family can move forward with permitting. As always, feel free to contact me with questions about the project. Best, Melissa Skidmore and Brad Hoskins ITEM06/1-LTR to OWANA fr owner On Oct 10, 2024, at 12:02 PM, donna osborn <dkonelm1@gmail.com> wrote: Good Morning Melissa, I sent this request to …
Request for Proposals (RFP) SSAU 2024-003 LGBTQIA2S+ Services LGBTQ Quality of Life Advisory Commission Helen Howell, Social Services Funding Specialist, Senior Austin Public Health October 14, 2024 AGENDA Agenda Scope of Work: • Services • Funding and Contract Term • Priority Populations • Principles of Service Delivery • Racial Equity • Applicant Qualifications Important Dates, Application Steps, and Resources Question and Answer 2 RFP Scope of Work 3 Scope of Work: Services Solicited The City of Austin (City) seeks proposals in response to this Request for Proposals (RFP) from qualified nonprofit organizations or quasi-governmental entities (Offerors) with demonstrated experience in providing the following services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, gender non- conforming, gender fluid, gender queer, two-spirit communities (LGBTQIA2S+ population) residing in Austin/Travis County: • Priority will be given to programs that provide: o mental health care o Peer support: peer counselors providing support groups • The City encourages Offerors to propose comprehensive solutions to meet community needs effectively, so offerors are welcome to propose additional programming. The list below is a non-exhaustive summary of possible programs: 4 Services Solicited, continued • Education on and referrals to culturally sensitive healthcare, including, but not limited to services listed below. Please note that this funding cannot be used for direct medical care. o Primary care o Gender affirming care, which are services that support a person's gender identity o Dental health o Strategies for prevention and management of chronic diseases in adults such as diabetes and hypertension o Care for survivors of trauma and/or violence o Substance misuse treatment • Community building and engagement • Food access, including but not limited to neighborhood pantries, mobile markets, and delivery 5 Services Solicited, continued • Social service support such as: o Access to resources for people affected by economic instability. Example services include but are not limited to enrollment in and navigation of public benefits such as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Veterans benefits, Supplemental Security Income Program (SSIP), Social Security, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Housing Choice Voucher, health insurance o Obtaining and updating identification such as passports and social security cards Language access services, including interpretation and translation to promote access to social services Legal services Financial education and stability services such as tax preparation and filing, exploring tax credits Transportation related to health care visits or social services • • • • …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Interpretation Appeal 1 and Appeal 2 Decision Sheet ITEM02 DATE: October 14, 2024 CASE NUMBER: C15-2024-0025 ___Y____Thomas Ates (D1) ___Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ___Y____Jessica Cohen (D3) ___Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) ___Y____Jeffery Bowen (D6) ___Y____Janel Venzant (D7) ___Y____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) ___Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) _______Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (M) _______VACANT (Alternate) (M) _______Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) _______VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPELLANT’S AGENT: Nicholl Wade APPELLANT: Warren Konkel OWNER: Christy May ADDRESS: 6708 BRIDGE HILL CV SUMMARY OF APPEAL: Appellant challenges issuance of Building Permit 2023-12958 BP on the grounds that the City incorrectly approved impervious cover (IC) of approximately 12,811 square feet, which exceeds IC limitations applicable within the Lake Austin (LA) zoning district. BOARD’S DECISION: Aug 12, 2024 - POSTPONED TO September 9, 2024, DUE TO NOT HAVING ENOUGH BOARD MEMBERS FOR VOTING PURPOSES; September 9, 2024 The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Board member Michael Von Ohlen’s motion to deny the appeal request and uphold staff’s decision; Board member Brian Poteet second on 8-1 votes (Board member Maggie Shahrestani nay); APPEAL REQUEST DENIED AND UPHELD STAFF’S DECISION. October 14, 2024 - Reconsideration request: Board member Michael Von Ohlen’s motion to deny reconsideration request; Vice Chair Melissa Hawthorne second on 10-0 votes; reconsideration request DENIED. Building Permit 2023-129658 BP RENOTIFICATION-SUMMARY OF APPEAL: Appellant challenges issuance of: and on the grounds that the City of Austin incorrectly approved impervious cover (IC) of approximately 12,811 square feet, which exceeds IC limitations applicable within the Lake Austin (LA) zoning district. Building Permit 2023-129659BP FINDING: 1. There is a reasonable doubt of difference of interpretation as to the specific intent of the regulations or map in that: 2. An appeal of use provisions could clearly permit a use which is in character with the uses enumerated for the various zones and with the objectives of the zone in question because: 3. The interpretation will not grant a special privilege to one property inconsistent with other properties or uses similarly situated in that: Elaine Ramirez Executive Liaison Jessica Cohen Chair Diana Ramirez for
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM03 DATE: Monday October 14, 2024 CASE NUMBER: C15-2024-0028 _______Thomas Ates (D1) _______Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) _______Jessica Cohen (D3) _______Yung-ju Kim (D4) _______Melissa Hawthorne (D5) _______Jeffery Bowen (D6) _______Janel Venzant (D7) _______Margaret Shahrestani (D8) _______Brian Poteet (D9) _______Michael Von Ohlen (D10) _______Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (M) _______VACANT (Alternate) (M) _______Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) _______VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Haim Joseph Mahlof - Green Bay Remodeling Inc. OWNER: Wendy Jo Peterson ADDRESS: 1406 3rd ST VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting the following variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-779 (Small Lot Single-Family Residential Use) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum front yard setback from 15 feet (required) to 5 feet (requested) in order to attach a second story deck in a “SF-4A-NP”, Single-Family - Neighborhood Plan zoning district (Bouldin Creek Neighborhood Plan). BOARD’S DECISION: September 9, 2024 The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Board member Michael Von Ohlen’s motion to postpone to October 14, 2024; Vice Chair Melissa Hawthorne second on 9-0 votes; POSTPONED TO OCTOBER 14, 2024. OCTOBER 14, 2024 POSTPONED TO November 14, 2024, BY APPLICANT FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property, will not impair the use of adjacent conforming property, and will not impair the purpose of the regulations of the zoning district in which the property is located because: Elaine Ramirez Executive Liaison Jessica Cohen Chair
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM04 DATE: Monday October 14, 2024 CASE NUMBER: C15-2024-0031 _______Thomas Ates (D1) _______Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) _______Jessica Cohen (D3) _______Yung-ju Kim (D4) _______Melissa Hawthorne (D5) _______Jeffery Bowen (D6) _______Janel Venzant (D7) _______Margaret Shahrestani (D8) _______Brian Poteet (D9) _______Michael Von Ohlen (D10) _______Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (M) _______VACANT (Alternate) (M) _______Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) _______VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Victoria Haase OWNER: Austin Area School for Dyslexics, Inc. ADDRESS: 2615 ½ HILLVIEW RD VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section: 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations): Height Requirements to increase the height from 35 feet (maximum allowed) to 50 o feet (requested) o (required) to 15 feet (requested) o (required) to 5 feet (requested) o (requested) o percent (requested) Setback Requirements to decrease the minimum front yard setback from 25 feet Setback Requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback from 10 feet Building Coverage to increase from 40 percent (maximum allowed) to 60% Impervious Coverage to increase from 45 percent (maximum allowed) to 60 25-2-832 (Private Schools) (1) a site must be located on a street that has a paved width of at least 40 feet (required) to 30 feet (requested) from the site to where it connects with another street that has a paved width of at least 40 feet (required) to 30 feet (requested) in order to erect school buildings and structured sub-grade parking facilities in a “SF-3- NP”, Single-Family-Neighborhood Plan zoning district (West Austin Neighborhood Group). BOARD’S DECISION: POSTPONED TO November 14, 2024, BY APPLICANT FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property, will not impair the use of adjacent conforming property, and will not impair the purpose of the regulations of the zoning district in which the property is located because: Elaine Ramirez Executive Liaison Jessica Cohen Madam Chair for
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM05 DATE: Monday October 14, 2024 CASE NUMBER: C15-2024-0032 ___Y____Thomas Ates (D1) ___Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ___Y____Jessica Cohen (D3) ___Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) ___Y____Jeffery Bowen (D6) ___Y____Janel Venzant (D7) ___Y____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) ___Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) _______Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (M) _______VACANT (Alternate) (M) _______Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) _______VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Michele Rogerson Lynch OWNER: Sunoco – Vincent Record ADDRESS: 3201 SH 71 SVRD WB VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-814 (Service Station Use) (3) to increase the queue lanes from 8 (required) to 12 (requested) in order to erect a 7-Eleven Service Station in a “GR-CO” Community Commercial zoning district. BOARD’S DECISION: The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Madam Chair Jessica Cohen’s motion to approve; Board member Michael Von Ohlen second on 10-0 votes; GRANTED. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: modern service station designs utilize the racetrack/single pump layout for maximum vehicle/pedestrian safely and accessibility, both the Transportation Criteria Manual and Code Section 25-2-814 are outdated and should be updated to be more in line with safer on site maneuvering and to be in line with Austin’s Environmental goals to be carbon free by 2050. 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: the size and configuration of the property does not allow for adequate room to design the proposed service station with the City of Austin’s accepted double stack design while maintaining the adequate maneuvering and queuing space required for service stations by the Transportation Criteria Manual, specifically the throat length of the driveway on Eva Street as well as the required detention limit shifting the development in the northern portion of the site, the southern portion of the site is constrained by Austin Energy easement that cannot be encroached upon. (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: the race track/single fueling pump configuration is considered standard prototypical among most major fueling stations today and is the preferred product for vehicle accessibility and pedestrian safety. 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property, will not impair the use of adjacent conforming property, and will not impair …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM06 DATE: Monday October 14, 2024 CASE NUMBER: C15-2024-0034 ___Y____Thomas Ates (D1) ___Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ___Y____Jessica Cohen (D3) ___Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) ___Y____Jeffery Bowen (D6) ___Y____Janel Venzant (D7) ___Y____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) ___Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) _______Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (M) _______VACANT (Alternate) (M) _______Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) _______VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Robert Allison OWNER: Brad Hoskins ADDRESS: 705 BROWNLEE CIR VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section, 25-2- 773 (Duplex, Two-Unit, and Three-Unit Residential Uses): (B) (7) Impervious Coverage to increase from 45 percent (maximum allowed) to 65 o percent (requested) (E) (4) F.A.R to increase from 40% (required) to 50% (requested) o in order to remodel a residence in a “MF-3-NP”, Multi-Family-Neighborhood Plan zoning district (West Austin Neighborhood Group). 25-2-773 - DUPLEX, TWO-UNIT, AND THREE-UNIT RESIDENTIAL USES. (A) To the extent of conflict, this section supersedes the base zoning district regulations. (B) For a duplex, two-unit, and three-unit residential use: (1) minimum lot area is 5,750 square feet; (2) minimum front yard setback is 15 feet; (3) minimum rear yard setback is: (a) the base zoning district minimum rear yard setback; or (b) five feet when the lot is adjacent to: (i) an alley; or (ii) another lot with a use that is permitted in a multifamily base zoning district or less restrictive base zoning district; (4) minimum street-side yard setback for a lot located on a corner and: (a) on a Level 1 street is the greater of five feet from the property line or 10 feet from curb, or in the absence of curbs, from the edge of the pavement; or (b) on a Level 2, Level 3, or Level 4 street is 10 feet from the property line; (5) minimum number of street-facing entrances is one; (6) maximum building coverage is 40 percent; and (7) maximum impervious cover is 45 percent. (E) This subsection applies to the area established in Subsection 1.2.1 of Chapter 252, Subchapter F (Residential Design and Compatibility Standards). (1) In this subsection, (a) EXISTING DWELLING UNIT means a dwelling unit that is: (i) legally permitted and occupied before December 7, 2023; or (ii) described in an application for a residential permit that was submitted on or before December 7, 2023. (b) GROSS FLOOR AREA means the total enclosed area of all floors in …
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Quality of Life Advisory Commission Recommendation Number: 20241014-012: Commendation for Commissioner Charles Curry WHEREAS, Commissioner Charles L. Curry has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to public service through his long-standing participation and leadership in various City of Austin boards and commissions; and WHEREAS, Commissioner Curry has served with distinction on the Bond Election Advisory Task Force, Bond Oversight Commission, and Joint Inclusion Committee, contributing significantly to the betterment of the City of Austin through his thoughtful leadership and advocacy; and WHEREAS, Commissioner Curry was a founding member of the Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Quality of Life Advisory Commission, helping to establish its mission and laying the foundation for its ongoing work to improve the quality of life for the LGBTQ community in Austin; and WHEREAS, throughout his service, Commissioner Curry has consistently advocated for equity, inclusion, and the advancement of all communities in Austin, ensuring that traditionally underrepresented groups have a voice in city decision-making processes; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin recognizes and appreciates the dedication and contributions of Commissioner Charles L. Curry, whose work has had a lasting positive impact on the community. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LGBTQ QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION: That the LGBTQ Quality of Life Advisory Commission recommends that the Austin City Council formally acknowledges and expresses its profound gratitude to Commissioner Charles L. Curry for his exemplary public service, leadership, and commitment to the City of Austin. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: Date of Approval: October 14, 2024 That this recommendation is presented in recognition of Commissioner Curry's contributions and legacy, and it is entered into the official records of the City of Austin as a testament to his impactful work. Record of the vote: Approved on Commissioner Benson’s motion, Commissioner Garza’s second on an 11-0 vote. Commissioner Barragán was absent. Attest: _____________________________________________
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Quality of Life Advisory Commission Recommendation Number: 20241014-009: Adoption of the Equity-Based Preservation Plan WHEREAS, Austin’s existing plan to guide historic preservation policies, programs, and activities was adopted in 1981; and WHEREAS, both Austin and the historic preservation field have changed substantially in the past 43 years; and WHEREAS, the Historic Landmark Commission initiated the development of a new preservation plan for Austin in 2021; and WHEREAS, the resulting Equity-Based Preservation Plan (the preservation plan) was developed by a community working group with members from across Austin bringing diverse lived experiences as well as professional and community expertise; and WHEREAS, broad, inclusive outreach and engagement around the draft preservation plan reached more than 2,500 people throughout the city to review and comment on the plan’s goals and recommendations; and WHEREAS, the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Quality of Life Advisory Commission received a briefing on the draft preservation plan at its September 9, 2024 meeting; and WHEREAS, the community working group and Historic Landmark Commission revised and finalized the preservation plan based on public feedback; and WHEREAS, the preservation plan aligns with and furthers the goals of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Quality of Life Advisory Commission, particularly recommendations related to the LGBTQ+ Community in Austin; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF AUSTIN LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, TRANSGENDER, AND QUEER QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION that the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Quality of Life Advisory Commission recommends that City Council adopt the Equity-Based Preservation Plan and support its timely implementation. Date of Approval: October 14, 2024. Record of the vote: Approved on Commissioner Benson’s motion, Commissioner Brown’s second, on a 9-0 vote. Chair Neal recused. Commissioner Garza was off the dais. Commissioner Barragán was absent. Attest: _____________________________________________
REGULAR MEETING of the LGBTQ QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION Monday, October 14, 2024, at 7:00 P.M. City of Austin Permitting and Development Center, Room 1401 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr., Austin, Texas 78752 MEETING MINUTES Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once, either in-person or remotely, and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Alyssa Parra, the Commission’s staff liaison, at 512-974-2934 or Alyssa.Parra@AustinTexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Commissioner Appointment VACANT Katie Coyne Yuri G Barragán Brigitte Bandit Jerry Joe Benson David Garza J. Scott Neal, Chair District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 District 6 District 7 Commissioner Garry Brown Mariana Krueger Brandon Wollerson Rocío Fierro-Perez VACANT VACANT Morgan Davis Alexander Andersen Appointment District 8 District 9 District 10 Mayor Stakeholder Stakeholder Stakeholder Stakeholder CALL TO ORDER Chair Scott called to order at 7:03 PM ROLL CALL: Present in person: Minutes Page 1 of 4 John Scott Neal (Chair) Jerome (Jerry Joe) Benson (Vice Chair) • • • Garry Brown • Brigitte Bandit • Rocío Fierro-Perez • David Garza • Mariana Krueger • Brandon Wollerson Present virtually: • Alexander Andersen • Katie Coyne • Morgan Davis PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the LGBTQ Quality of Life Advisory Commission's regular meeting on September 9, 2024. The minutes of the LGBTQ Quality of Life Advisory Commission’s regular meeting on September 9, 2024 were approved without objection on Chair Neal’s motion on an 11-0 vote. Commissioner Barragán was absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Briefing about Austin Public Health’s Request for Proposals for LGBTQ2S+ Services. Presentation by Helen Howell, Funding Specialist Senior, Austin Public Health. Presentation provided by Helen Howell, Funding Specialist Senior, Austin Public Health. 3. Briefing regarding Resolution No. 20230914-078, which directs the City to develop a historical marker on 4th and Colorado streets. Presentation by Kim McKnight, Program Manager, Parks and Recreation Department. Presentation provided by Kim McKnight, Program Manager, Parks and Recreation Department. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Discussion informing the commission and community of Austin's Dyke March, to be held on Oct. 5. Discussion on the LGBTQ+ Quality of Life Advisory Commission hosting …
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MONDAY, October 14, 2024 The BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT convened in a Regular meeting on Monday, October 14, 2024, at 301 West 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Jessica Cohen called the Board of Adjustment Meeting to order at 5:35 PM. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance in-Person: Jessica Cohen-Chair, Melissa Hawthorne-Vice Chair, Michael Von Ohlen Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Thomas Ates, Jeffery Bowen, Bianca A. Medina-Leal, Yung-ju Kim, Brian Poteet, Maggie Shahrestani, Janel Venzant PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first (4) four speakers signed up/register prior (no later than noon the day before the meeting) 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. None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Board of Adjustment Regular meeting on September 9, 2024. On-Line Link: Draft Minutes for September 9, 2024 The minutes from the meeting September 9, 2024, were approved on Vice Chair’s Melissa Hawthorne motion, Board member Michael Von Ohlen second on a 9-1-0 vote (Board member Jeffrey Bowen abstained). PUBLIC HEARINGS Discussion and action on the following cases. Postponement requests to November 14, 2024: Item 3 by applicant, Item 4 by applicant and Item 6 by neighborhood association (OWANA) Board member Michael Von Ohlen’s motion to approve postponement requests for Items 3, 4 and 6 to November 14, 2024; Vice Chair Melissa Hawthorne second on 10-0 votes; Item 6 Owner opposes to the postponement request by OWANA and requests open for discussion; substitute motion, Board member Michael Von Ohlen motion to approve postponement requests for Items 3 and 4 only to November 14, 2024, and Item 6 open for discussion; Vice-Chair Melissa Hawthorne second on 9-1 vote (Chair Jessica Cohen nay). Reconsideration Appeal case: 2. C15-2024-0025 Appellant’s Agent: Nicholl Wade - Appellant: Warren Konkel Owner: Christy May 6708 Bridge Hill Cove Building Permit 2023-129658 BP On-Line Link: ITEM02 ADV PACKET APPEAL1 PART1, PART2, PART3 and APPEAL2 PART 1, PART2, PART3, PART4 PRESENTATION by appellant; PRESENTATION by owner; PRESENTATION by staff Summary of Appeal: Appellant challenges issuance of: and on the grounds that the City of Austin incorrectly approved impervious cover (IC) of approximately 12,811 square feet, which exceeds IC limitations applicable within the Lake Austin (LA) zoning district. Reconsideration request: Board member Michael Von Ohlen’s motion to deny reconsideration request; Vice Chair Melissa Hawthorne second …
ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OCTOBER 14, 2024 The Animal Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on October 14, 2024, at 301 W. 2nd St in Austin, Texas. Chair Clinton called the Animal Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Ryan Clinton, Chair, Travis County Luis Herrera, D6 Whitney Holt, D5 Dr. Paige Nilson, D4 Lotta Smagula, D1 Larry Tucker, D7 Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Ann Linder, Vice Chair, D3 Dr. Amanda Bruce, D10 Laura Hoke, Mayor’s Appointee Sarah Huddleston, D9 Commissioners Absent: Beatriz Dulzaides, D2 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Rochelle Vickery – Spay & neuter event, community cats program Laura Nesmith – Behind the misunderstood work behind TNR Deborah Ro – TNR’s positive impact on our community Jacobi Alvarez – TNR needs Diane Odegaard – Glue trap ban and bats Pat Valls Trelles – Community Cats Program 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Animal Advisory Commission Regular Meeting on August 12, 2024. The motion to approve the minutes from the meeting of August 12, 2024, was approved on Commissioner Holt’s motion, Commissioner Smagula’s second on a 9-0 vote. Commissioner Nilson abstained. Commissioner Dulzaides was absent. Approve the minutes of the Animal Advisory Commission Regular Meeting on September 9, 2024. The motion to approve the minutes from the meeting of September 9, 2024, with the following correction was approved on Commissioner Nilson’s motion, Commissioner Holt’s second on a 10-0 vote. Commissioner Dulzaides was absent. The correction was to revise the action for Item 1 to read: “The motion to approve the minutes from the meeting of August 12, 2024, failed on Commissioner Smagula’s motion, Commissioner Holt’s second on a 6-0 vote. Commissioner Nilson abstained. Parliamentarian Nemer, Commissioners Bruce, Herrera, Hoke, and Tucker were absent. STAFF BRIEFING 3. Staff briefing regarding monthly reports provided by the Animal Service Center. The presentation was made by Don Bland, Chief Animal Services Officer, Austin Animal Services and Jason Garza, Deputy Chief Animal Services Officer, Austin Animal Services. A motion to take up Item 7 next was made by Commissioner Holt, seconded by Commissioner Herrera, and approved on a 10-0 vote. Commissioner Dulzaides was absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 7. Approve a recommendation to Council to ban glue traps at City of Austin owned and/or managed facilities. A motion to approve the recommendation was made by Commissioner Holt and seconded by Commissioner Herrera. A motion to …
LGBTQ QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 2 0 2 4 1 0 1 4 - 7 FOR SUPPORT OF SUNDAY SESSIONS ATX WHEREAS, Sunday Sessions ATX is a community-focused organization dedicated to fostering inclusivity, well-being, and engagement through free, open-to-the-public music events hosted in outdoor greenspaces that reflect the City of Austin’s cultural identity and enhance its reputation as the "Live Music Capital of the World"; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin recognizes the significant social and economic benefits of supporting free community events, which attract visitors, support local businesses, and provide meaningful opportunities for community engagement; and WHEREAS, the City Council, in Resolution No. 20240215-023, acknowledged the challenges faced by event organizers due to rising costs, emphasizing the need for support to sustain free, accessible community events like "Blues on the Green," which contribute to Austin’s cultural vibrancy; and directed the City Manager to solicit input from the Arts, Music, and Quality of Life commissions in developing recommendations to support and sustain these events by utilizing partnerships across all areas of expertise involved in the live music and arts event space, with the goal of expanding opportunities for the City to co-sponsor community events that are centered around locality, diversity, and inclusivity; and further established an ordinance for associated fee waivers, co- sponsorships, or related budget authorizations needed to effectuate these goals; and WHEREAS, Sunday Sessions ATX is an ongoing, monthly event that aligns with the goals outlined in Resolution No. 20240215-023 by providing free access to local music, arts, and wellness activities, while creating inclusive and diverse spaces for Austinites; and WHEREAS, the ACE permitting fee presents a financial barrier for small, grassroots organizations like Sunday Sessions ATX, and waiving this fee on an ongoing basis would directly support the City’s goal of fostering open, accessible, and culturally enriching events; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin is committed to preserving and promoting accessible community events that reflect Austin’s diversity and vibrancy, including supporting organizations like Sunday Sessions ATX through fee waivers and other resources to ensure their long-term sustainability; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Joint Inclusion Committee (JIC) requests that the Austin City Council direct the City Manager’s Office to waive the ACE permitting fees for Sunday Sessions ATX on a recurring, monthly basis in recognition of its valuable contributions to Austin’s cultural and community life, as part of the City's broader efforts to support …
REGULAR CALLED MEETING of the MAYOR’S COMMITTEE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES Friday, October 11, 2024 at 5:30pm Austin City Hall Boards and Commissions Room #1101 301 West 2nd Street Austin, Texas Some members of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities 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 Christi Vitela, 512- 974-2792, christi.vitela@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Elisabeth Meyer, Chair Jonathan Franks, Vice Chair Gabriel Arellano Lisa Chang Mickey Fetonte CALL TO ORDER Conor Kelly Jennifer Powell Pete Salazar Kristen Vassallo AGENDA 1. 2. 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 Approve the minutes of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities regular meeting on April 8, 2022. Approve the minutes of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities regular meeting on September 13, 2024. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. STAFF BRIEFING Presentation by Ana Montiel, Program Manager, Neighborhood Services Unit, and Dana Nielsen, Social Worker, Austin Public Health, on the work of the Self Sufficiency Case Management Program. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Approve the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities 2025 Regular Meeting Schedule. Discussion of the Equity Based Preservation Plan and approval of a Recommendation to Council. DISCUSSION ITEMS Presentation by Ron Lucey, Executive Director, and Norman Kieke, Community Outreach & Information Specialist, with the Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities regarding information about local Texas committees and their impact on issues relevant to persons with disabilities, along with information on the annual Lex Frieden Employment Awards. Discussion of ways to improve sidewalk accessibility by encouraging residents to park scooters in the street rather than on walkways. Update from the Joint Inclusion Committee (JIC) representative on the JIC Budget Input Sessions for Fiscal Year 2026. Discussion of Disability Employment and Entrepreneur Awards. 10. Discussion of Disability Pride and Disability Awareness in 2025. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of …
