Immigrant Affairs: Current Work and Direction and Houmma Garba, MA, MPA, Immigrant Affairs Manager, DACA Liaison Officer Austin Equity and Inclusion Presented by Shafina Khaki, Human Rights Officer Resolutions and Reports Supporting Immigrant Affairs Work 2015: EDD COIA Welcoming City Initiative Final Report 2017: Resolution No. 20170518-045 (Fight anti-immigrant policies) 2019: Serving Austin’s Immigrant Communities 2025: Certified Welcoming Austin Report (Welcoming America Certification) 2014: Resolution No. 20140626-049 (Welcoming City) 2016: 1 2 3 Resolution No. 20161013-09 (Condemning all hate speech) Resolution Nos. 20161215-066 (Funding for Immigrant Legal services) Resolution No. 20161103-052 (Language Access) 2018: Resolution No. 20180628-124 (Immigrant affairs report + Citizenship clinics) 2021: Advancing Immigrant Incorporation final report 2 Welcoming Certification Standards 1. Civic Engagement Voter inclusion; outreach by and for eligible immigrants; service navigation; boards and commissions; language access for meetings and hearings. 2. Connected Communities Public welcoming commitment; celebration of immigrant cultures; relationship-building; digital access; removal of barriers. 3. Economic Development 4. Education Job seeker support; immigrant entrepreneurs; workforce training; employer engagement; procurement and contracting pathways. School navigation; adult English classes; family engagement; higher education pathways; career technical education. 5. Equitable Access 6. Services information; effective outreach; multilingual information; immigrant workers’ rights; legal services; maternal and child health; rental and homeownership barriers. Government & Community Leadership Dedicated staff position; local commissions; inclusion strategy; task forces; language inclusion; training; needs assessments; collective impact. 7 . Safe Communities Trust-building with immigrant communities; no profiling based on immigrant status; Know Your Rights education; regular communication with residents. 3 Welcoming America Findings (2- Star Certification) Strength: Strong Foundation Austin has demonstrated a commitment to Opportunity: Fragmented Approach Relationships, networks, and equity and immigrant inclusion across programming exist, but the approach is departments not yet coordinated citywide. Opportunity: Government & Community Leadership Monitoring criteria show the need for reliable convening, bidirectional Opportunity: Future Growth Several framework areas have programming that can support a stronger certification pathway if documented and communication, and diverse representation. aligned. 4 Vision Immigrant communities are informed, included, feel safe, and are able to thrive in Austin. 5 Pillars 6 Framework Definitions 1. Access to City Services Assist immigrant communities in accessing city services by providing multilingual resources, supporting language access, and improving navigation of City programs. 2. Community Trust and Relationship Cultivate lasting partnerships with community groups and leaders by expanding engagement with new organizations, maintaining existing partnerships, supporting advisory spaces, and collaborating with trusted messengers. 3. Coordination …
June 24, 2026 City of Austin P.O Box 1088 Austin, Tx 78767 Subject Property: 1721 West 35th Street Dear City of Austin, Please see the attached documentation and application for this rezone request. The lot is .266 of an acre with most of the lot having open space with a small building in the front of the property. Subject property is on located on 35tth Street. The home has been used as a small studio under Limit Office zoning. However, the new owner is requesting Neighborhood Commercial (LR) zoning to allow for a small local jewelry store. The new owner Elizabeth is a local jewelry maker very passionate about her work. Her goal is to use the current building as her jewelry store highlighting her original pieces. We have been also working with the Bryker Woods Neighborhood Association where we have agreed with the following Conditional Overlay for 1721 West 35th Street that sets a maximum building height of 39 feet and also removing the land use of service station. This aligns with the conditional overlay the Planning Commission and the City Council adopted for 1801 and 1805 W. 35th St. on September 24th. 35th Street is a level 3 street according to ASMP Plan which is in alignment with the city’s requirement for rezoning. The properties to the west are in the process of rezoning to LR-NP specifically 1801, 1803, and 1805 W 35th. Staff has communicated their preliminary approval of the rezone. The future land use map shows that Neighborhood Commercial (LR) is listed under the Neighborhood Commercial designation for the property. No additional applications are needed for the FLUM. There is a pattern of businesses and multi-family zoning on 35th Street currently. The rezone will fit within the bustling businesses currently thriving along the corridor. If you have any questions or need additional documents, feel free to contact me. My contact information is at the bottom of this letter. Thank you! All the Best, 10 C14-2026-0056 - W. 35th; District 101 of 2 Ricca Keepers, MUP Keepers Land Planning (512)550-6508 Ricca@keeperslandplanning.com 10 C14-2026-0056 - W. 35th; District 102 of 2
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-2026-0059 - Menchaca DISTRICT: 5 ZONING FROM: LO ADDRESS: 3908 Menchaca Road PROPERTY OWNER: Serendipity Properties INC AGENT: Keepers Land Planning (Ricca Keepers) ZONING TO: LR-CO SITE AREA: 0.33 acres (14, 596 sq. ft.) CASE MANAGER: Cynthia Hadri 512-974-7620, Cynthia.hadri@austintexas.gov STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The staff recommendation is to grant neighborhood commercial – conditional overlay (LR-CO) combining district zoning. The conditional overlay will prohibit service station. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: October 27, 2026: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: ORDINANCE NUMBER: ISSUES: The applicant is amenable to the staff recommendation LR-CO with service station as a prohibited use. CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The property in question is approximately 0.33 acres located at 3908 Menchaca Road, at the intersection of Prather Lane and Menchaca Road. Menchaca Road is a Level 3 roadway per the Austin Strategic Mobility Plan (ASMP) and Prather Lane is a Level 1 roadway per the ASMP. The site is currently developed with one structure, is zoned Limited Office (LO) and is located in the South Lamar Neighborhood Planning Area (suspended). The surrounding land uses are mixed use which include single family residential, multifamily residential and 11 C14-2026-0059 - Menchaca; District 51 of 18 C14-2026-0059 2 various commercial uses (SF-3; MF-2; P; LO; LO-MU; LO-CO; GR). There are more commercial base districts (LR-MU-CO and CS-1-MU-CO) approximately 0.20 miles south on Menchaca and 0.15 miles to the west (GR). The site has a bus stop directly in front of the property at the corner of Prather Lane and Menchaca Road, it is also in the Lamar and Ben White Imagine Austin Center. There are also ETOD Station Areas associated with the property, Broken Spoke, Broadie Oaks and Westgate Transit Center. Please refer to Exhibits A (Zoning Map) and B (Aerial View). The applicant is requesting neighborhood commercial (LR) district zoning to allow for the reuse of the existing structure to allow for a small intimate restaurant. “There are several residential homes behind the property that are all used for VRBO rentals, specifically 2006 and 2008 Prather Lane. We met with Ms. Krista Weatherford on site to share the vision and Mr. Ryan Alter, the City Council Member, is in support of the project.” Please refer to Exhibit C (Applicant’s Summary Letter). The staff is recommending LR-CO as it provides opportunities for neighborhood serving uses along a Level 3 roadway and aligns with the goals and objectives of City Council. …
PLANNING COMMISSION SITE PLAN CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: PROJECT NAME: SPC-2026-0258A Higher Spirits Rooftop Lounge PC DATE: October 27, 2026 ADDRESS: COUNCIL DISTRICT: NEIGBORHOOD PLAN: East Cesar Chavez Town Lake (Urban) WATERSHED: 400 Comal Street 3 OWNER: AGENT: 400 Comal Venture Group, LP 901 E 7th Street Austin, TX 78702 UTE Consultants, Inc (Joan Ternus Angil, PE (512) 394-1900 P.O. Box 41957 Austin, TX 78704 CASE MANAGER: Randall Rouda (512) 978-3338 Randall.rouda@austintexas.gov PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit for the expansion of an existing cocktail lounge use within an existing building. The proposed new cocktail lounge area would be consist of a 3,585 square foot open air customer service area on the rooftop of 400 Comal Street. The existing cocktail lounge is located on the first floor of the building with 675 square feet of indoor area and a 370 square foot outdoor patio adjacent to the sidewalk. If approved, the total cocktail lounge area on site would be 4,630 square feet. No construction is proposed with this site plan, and no permanent rooftop fixtures are proposed. The owner has secured building permits to resurface the rooftop with decking and a synthetic lawn area. The owner has also applied for an Amplified Sound Permit (SO-2026-0095). That request is currently pending. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the conditional use permit. The site plan will comply with all requirements of the Land Development Code. PROJECT INFORMATION: SITE AREA: 7,257 sq.ft. COCKTAIL LOUNGE AREA: 3,585 SQ.FT. EXIST. ZONING: TOD-NP (Plaza Saltillo Transit Oriented Development – Neighborhood Plan Area) ALLOWED F.A.R.: Unlimited (with Development Bonus) MAX. BLDG. COVERAGE: 95% MAX. IMPERVIOUS CVRG: 95% REQUIRED PARKING: N/A PROPOSED ACCESS: No vehicle access. Pedestrian access from Comal Street and E 4th St. EXISTING BLDG. CVRG: 65.9% EXISTING IMPERVIOUS CVRG: 85% PROVIDED PARKING: 0 (12 bicycle) EXISTING F.A.R.: 2.48:1 13 SPC-2026-0258A - Higher Spirits Rooftop Lounge; District 31 of 13 SPC-2026-0258A 2 SUMMARY COMMENTS ON SITE PLAN: Land Use: The lot is zoned TOD-NP (Plaza Saltillo TOD – Mixed Use in a Neighborhood Plan Area). Cocktail lounge is a conditional use in the Mixed Use designation. The existing building has a footprint of 4,783 square feet with a Gross Floor Area of 17,981 square feet. The existing cocktail lounge is 675 square feet with a 370 square foot patio. The proposal would add a 3,585 sq.ft. outdoor rooftop customer …
PLANNING COMMISSION SITE PLAN CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: PROJECT NAME: SPC-2026-0258A Higher Spirits Rooftop Lounge PC DATE: October 27, 2026 ADDRESS: COUNCIL DISTRICT: NEIGBORHOOD PLAN: East Cesar Chavez Town Lake (Urban) WATERSHED: 400 Comal Street 3 OWNER: AGENT: 400 Comal Venture Group, LP 901 E 7th Street Austin, TX 78702 UTE Consultants, Inc (Joan Ternus Angil, PE (512) 394-1900 P.O. Box 41957 Austin, TX 78704 CASE MANAGER: Randall Rouda (512) 978-3338 Randall.rouda@austintexas.gov PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit for the expansion of an existing cocktail lounge use within an existing building. The proposed cocktail lounge area would be a 3,585 square foot open air customer service area on the rooftop of 400 Comal Street. The existing cocktail lounge is located on the first floor of the building with 675 square feet of indoor area and a 370 square foot outdoor patio adjacent to the sidewalk. No construction is proposed with this site plan, and no permanent rooftop fixtures are proposed. The owner has secured building permits to resurface the rooftop with decking and a synthetic lawn area. The owner has also applied for an Amplified Sound Permit (SO-2026-0095). That request is currently pending. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the conditional use permit. The site plan will comply with all requirements of the Land Development Code requirements. PROJECT INFORMATION: SITE AREA: 7,257 sq.ft. COCKTAIL LOUNGE AREA: 3,585 SQ.FT. EXIST. ZONING: TOD-NP (Plaza Saltillo Transit Oriented Development – Neighborhood Plan Area) ALLOWED F.A.R.: Unlimited (with Development Bonus) MAX. BLDG. COVERAGE: 95% MAX. IMPERVIOUS CVRG: 95% REQUIRED PARKING: N/A PROPOSED ACCESS: No vehicle access. Pedestrian access from Comal Street and E 4th Street. EXISTING BLDG. CVRG: 65.9% EXISTING IMPERVIOUS CVRG: 85% PROVIDED PARKING: 0 (12 bicycle) EXISTING F.A.R.: 2.48:1 13 SPC-2026-0258A - Higher Spirits Rooftop Lounge; District 31 of 13 SPC-2024-0113A 2 SUMMARY COMMENTS ON SITE PLAN: Land Use: The lot is zoned TOD-NP (Plaza Saltillo TOD – Mixed Use in a Neighborhood Plan Area). Cocktail lounge is a conditional use in the Mixed Use designation. The existing building has a footprint of 4,783 square feet with a Gross Floor Area of 17,981 square feet. The existing cocktail lounge is 675 square feet with a 370 square foot patio. The proposal would add a 3,585 sq.ft. outdoor rooftop customer service/seating area. In addition to the first floor Cocktail Lounge, there is an 1,822 square foot …
14 Muny Interlocal Agreement Amendments Briefing1 of 4 14 Muny Interlocal Agreement Amendments Briefing2 of 4 MEMORANDUM / PUBLIC STATEMENT TO: City of Austin Planning Commission RE: Brackenridge Tract Development Plan - Statement in Support of Preserving the Brackenridge Field Laboratory (BFL) I am writing as a citizen of the state of Texas and University of Texas graduate to urge the City of Austin Planning Commission to reject any development plan that compromises, reallocates, or redevelops the University of Texas Brackenridge Field Laboratory (BFL). As a Regents Professor and Endowed Chair at Texas A&M University - and a former UT Austin graduate student - I can attest that BFL is an irreplaceable, globally unique ecological asset whose scientific, economic, and educational contributions far outweigh any short-term commercial real estate development. My own career serves as direct proof of BFL’s high-yield scientific ROI. In 1993, my initial observations on the grounds of BFL sparked a research trajectory that led to the discovery of density-dependent warning coloration in insects. Published in the premier journal Nature, this finding solved an evolutionary puzzle dating back to Charles Darwin and provided the long- sought key to understanding the swarming and color shifts of the Desert locust - a pest of Biblical proportions that threatens food security across Africa and Asia. That foundational discovery at BFL directly launched my international research career leading to global impacts and commercial innovation. As a result of my work at BFL, I received USDA Postdoctoral Fellowship to work at Oxford University in the UK and conduct field research in West Africa. I then accepted positions with the USDA Agricultural Research Service in Montana, the University of Sydney in Australia, and ultimately my appointment as Regents Professor and Charles R. Parencia Endowed Chair in Cotton Entomology at Texas A&M University. My research in Texas has since expanded into applied agricultural biotechnology, yielding seven U.S. patents to date and commercial microbial crop products used to improve the growth of critical crops including cotton, corn, soybean, wheat and rice for farmers worldwide. BFL is not idle land; it is a high-output research driver. The foundation laid during my time at BFL enabled me to secure over $24 million in research funding throughout my career so far. These resources have directly funded scientific workforce training through the education and mentorship of undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral scholars who now lead in academia, industry, and government …
City of Austin and University of Texas Brackenridge Interlocal Agreement Planning Commission Briefing | October 27, 2026 Agenda ▪ Background ▪ Lions Lease Agreement ▪ Current Agreement ▪ Proposed Amendments o Non-regulatory elements o Regulatory elements ▪ Schedule ▪ Discussion 2 Why are we doing this? ▪ Significantly improve development requirements and standards for the area in comparison to standards in the 1989 BDA. ▪ Address longstanding community concerns about Muny’s future and keep it affordable and accessible to all who want to play, especially given its significance as a civil rights landmark. ▪ This opportunity has come to us through the confluence of decades of work by the Austinites who love Muny, the commitment of UT and the City, and the generosity of the donors. 3 Background - Brackenridge In 1910, George W. Brackenridge, philanthropist and longest serving regent for the University of Texas at Austin, donated approximately 500 acres of land along the Colorado River to the University, known as the “Brackenridge Tract.” 4 Site Boundaries Today, the area includes approximately 350 acres of undeveloped and developed land containing the Lions Municipal Golf Course, UT student housing, the Brackenridge Field Laboratory, a youth sports complex and various commercial buildings. 5 Background - Lions ▪ Lions Municipal Golf Course (Muny) occupies 141 acres of University-owned property. o The Austin Lions Club leased the property in 1924 to design and build a golf course. o The City of Austin took over the lease in 1936/1937 and has operated Muny ever since. o In 1950, Muny became the first public golf course in the South to integrate. o In 1972, Frank Erwin sought to cancel the lease, prompting the “Save Muny” campaign. o For more than 50 years, the course’s community of golfers, neighbors, and students has worked to save Muny and preserve its role as a public course. o Today, Muny is home to a diverse community of golfers of all ages and backgrounds and is Austin’s most-used public golf course, with 75,000 rounds played each year. 6 Lions and the Community ▪ Balancing tradition, affordable access, and public spirit ▪ Lowering barriers to the game ▪ Senior Affordability: Special $3.00 rate to protect access for players on fixed incomes. ▪ Junior Affordability: National Youth on Course program guaranteeing open fairways for just $5.00. ▪ Academic and youth pipeline ▪ Home to Austin High School Boys and Girls Teams and …
DESIGN COMMISSION MINUTES REGULAR MEETING Monday, September 28,2026 The Design Commission convened in a Regular meeting on Monday, September 28, 2026, at the Permitting and Development Center, Room 1405, located at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive in Austin, Texas. Chair Marissa McKinney called the Design Commission meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Marissa McKinney, Chair Kevin Howard, Vice Chair Ramachandra “Rao” Aradhyula Nkiru Gelles Jon Salinas Brendan Wittstruck Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Saira Khan Jousue Meiners Jenny Murkes PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None Present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Design Commission Regular Meeting on August 24, 2026. The minutes from the Design Commission regular meeting on August 24, 2026, were approved on Vice Chair Howard’s motion, Commissioner Wittstruck second on a vote of 7-0 with 2 abstaining. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing on phase two of the DDBP and its stakeholder engagement plan. Presented by Warner Cook, Austin Planning. Sponsors: Vice Chair Howard and Commissioner Wittstruck. Item was discussed. 1 DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Discussion on items within the annual internal review, such as changes to the Design Commission bylaws and policies not currently covered by the Commission, as well as discussion of the board’s goals and objectives for the new calendar year. Sponsors: Chair McKinney and Vice Chair Howard. Item was discussed. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. Discussion and possible action on clarifying the future role of the Design Commission. Sponsors: Chair McKinney and Vice Chair Howard. Item was discussed and no action was taken. COMMITTEE UPDATES 5. Update from the representative of the Downtown Commission regarding the meeting on September 16, 2026. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Working group updates from the Urban Design Guidelines working group. Discussion and possible action on sending recommendations to the city council regarding Design Commission Bylaws, revisions, and the future role of the Design Commission. Sponsors: Commissioner Wittstruck and Vice Chair Howard. ADJOURNMENT Chair Marissa McKinney adjourned the meeting at 8:05 p.m. without objection. 2
2027 DESIGN COMMISSION MEETING DATES AND DEADLINES Permitting and Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive, Austin, Texas 78752 Room 1405 | 6:00 PM Meeting Date 4th Monday of the month at 6:00 p.m. (Unless otherwise noted) January 25th February 22rd March 22rd April 26th May 24th June 28nd July – No Meeting August 23th September 27th October 25th 1November 15th 2December 13th Materials Deadline 10 days prior to the Meeting by close of business (5:00 p.m.) (No Exceptions) January 15th February 12th March 12th April 16th May 14th June 18th Not Applicable August 13th September 17th October 15th November 5th December 3th 1 Meeting moved from 4th Monday to 3rd Monday due to Thanksgiving Holiday 2 Meeting moved from 4th Monday to 2nd Monday due to Christmas Holiday
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Design Commission Recommendation 01: Revision to City Code Description of Recommendation to Council: Date of Approval: X/X/2026 The Design Commission recommends that Austin City Council rename and redesignate the Design Commission as the Urban Design Commission. ● Amend The Code of the City of Austin Title 2, Chapter 2.1 - City boards, Article Recommendation Number: 20261026-00X: Future Role for the City of Austin Design Commission and Commitment to Quality Urban Design in the City of Austin DRAFT 2-1-130 to revise all instances of “Design Commission” to “Urban Design Commission”; Amend bylaws to revise all instances of “Design Commission” to “Urban Design Commission” 2. Simplify and clarify purview by shifting from discretionary to mandatory The Design Commission recommends the following revisions to the bylaws governing the Commission; Recommendations include: 1. Rename the Commission to the “Urban Design Commission”; Recommendation 02: Revision to Commission Bylaws review; Bylaw amendments would require applicable projects to come before the Urban Design Commission before their respective Planning or Zoning and Platting Commission hearings and require projects be presented to City Council and Land Use Commissions with Urban Design Commission recommendation attached. Existing code and criteria manual language would be updated to reflect name change and remove any existing language related to the current Design Commission’s review of Downtown Density Bonus Program projects for compliance with the Urban Design Guidelines; We recommend that Council revise the Design Commission bylaws as follows: Article 1- NAME. The name of the board is Design Commission Urban Design Commission. 3. Clarify purpose and duties of the Commission, define mandatory referral items; Bylaws would state that the Urban Design Commission is the City’s advisory body of record on urban design outcomes citywide and define projects having specific issues of urban design as as mandatory referral items, generally including: major investments on city-owned land, major efforts impacting street design, land development code amendments in geographies with a multi-modal focus, and customized regulatory tools for special areas, as defined in the bylaws redline below. Rational: Support clarity and broader understanding of the Commission’s role and duties. Shed the Commission's association with project-level 'design review board' functions. This association is no longer appropriate following (1) the replacement of substantial-compliance review under the Urban Design Guidelines with compliance under the Downtown Density Bonus Program Urban Design Standards, and (2) the elimination of the Commission's role in reviewing individual Downtown Density Bonus Program projects. …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2026, AT 9:30 AM AUSTIN HUMAN RESOURCES, LEARNING AND RESEARCH CENTER 5202 E. BEN WHITE BLVD., SUITE 500, AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Municipal Civil Service Commission may be participating by videoconference. EXECUTIVE SESSION (No Public Discussion on These Items) The Commission will announce it will go into closed session pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel, or to discuss matters of litigation and personnel matters as specifically listed on this agenda. If necessary, the Commission will go into closed session, as permitted by law, regarding any item on this agenda. 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 Matthew Chustz, 512-974-2859, Matthew.Chustz@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Kevin Mullen, Chair Ron Bennett John Umphress AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Kavita Gupta, Vice Chair Cortney Carothers The first ten (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 from the Municipal Civil Service Commission regular meeting on September 14, 2026. HEARING 2. 3. 4. Conduct a hearing in open session or closed session, pursuant to 551.074 of the Texas Government Code (personnel exception), on the appeal filed by Gilbert Banda regarding their Denial of Promotion from Austin Transportation and Public Works. Deliberate in open session or closed session, pursuant to 551.074 of the Texas Government Code (personnel exception), on the appeal filed by Gilbert Banda regarding their Denial of Promotion from Austin Transportation and Public Works. Action and approval on the appeal filed by Gilbert Banda regarding their Denial of Promotion from Austin Transportation and Public Works. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. Discussion and action on potential amendments to the bylaws of the Municipal Civil Service Commission. Discussion and action to approve future meeting dates, times, and locations. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE AUSTIN AREA HIV PLANNING COUNCIL MONDAY, OCTOBER 26th, 2026, 6:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, RM. 1203 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE, AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the HIV PLANNING COUNCIL may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: Join the meeting now 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 the Office of Support at (737)-825-1684 or email HIVPlanningCouncil@austintexas.gov. CURRENT HIV PLANNING COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kelle’ Martin, Chair Marquis Goodwin, Vice Chair Kristina McRae-Thompson, Secretary Drew Kyler, Treasurer Alicia Alston Aurelio Alcocer, non- voting Adryan Brown Henry Chan Jeremy Caballero Brandon Diaz Stephanie Eaton Judith Hassan Kyle Murphy Deondre Moore Alfredo Reyes. Jr. AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up no later than noon on 10/23/2026 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 HIV Planning Council Full Council meeting on September 28th, 2026. CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATIONS 2. Members will declare conflicts of interest with relevant agenda items, service categories, and/or service standards. STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Introductions and announcements 4. Office of Support Staff Briefing 5. Administrative Agent Staff Briefing 6. Part B Staff Briefing DISCUSSION ITEMS 7. Presentation on Clinical Quality Management by Jennifer LaBlanc DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 8. Discussion and approval of prospective HIV Planning Council member a. Kimberly Jones 9. Discussion and approval of meeting time and day for Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) 10. Discussion and approval of FY27 HIV Planning Council retreat dates 11. Discussion and approval of the removal of HIV Planning Council member a. Issac Jeremy Caballero COMMITTEE UPDATES 12. Care Strategies and Engagement Committee 13. Finance and Assessment Committee FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 14. Discussion of workplan calendar and social calendar ADJOURNMENT Indicative of action items The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2026, AT 9:30 AM AUSTIN HUMAN RESOURCES, LEARNING AND RESEARCH CENTER 5202 E. BEN WHITE BLVD., SUITE 500, AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Municipal Civil Service Commission may be participating by videoconference. EXECUTIVE SESSION (No Public Discussion on These Items) The Commission will announce it will go into closed session pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel, or to discuss matters of litigation and personnel matters as specifically listed on this agenda. If necessary, the Commission will go into closed session, as permitted by law, regarding any item on this agenda. 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 Matthew Chustz, 512-974-2859, Matthew.Chustz@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Kevin Mullen, Chair Ron Bennett John Umphress Kavita Gupta, Vice Chair Cortney Carothers AGENDA REVISED CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten (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 from the Municipal Civil Service Commission regular meeting on September 14, 2026. HEARING 2. 3. 4. Conduct a hearing in open session or closed session, pursuant to 551.074 of the Texas Government Code (personnel exception), on the appeal filed by Gilbert Banda regarding their Denial of Promotion from Austin Transportation and Public Works. Deliberate in open session or closed session, pursuant to 551.074 of the Texas Government Code (personnel exception), on the appeal filed by Gilbert Banda regarding their Denial of Promotion from Austin Transportation and Public Works. Action and approval on the appeal filed by Gilbert Banda regarding their Denial of Promotion from Austin Transportation and Public Works. DISCUSSION ITEMS 5. Discussion of potential amendments to the bylaws of the Municipal Civil Service Commission to conform them to the Austin City Charter and the Municipal Civil Service Rules and any other recommended changes. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Discussion and action to approve future meeting dates, times, and locations. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON AGING AGE FRIENDLY ADVISORY COMMITTEE MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2026, AT 11:00 A.M. CITY OF AUSTIN PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, 1401/1402 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Age Friendly Advisory Committee may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Nicole Alexander, Nicole.Alexander@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Richard Bondi, Chair Suzanne Anderson Teresa Ferguson Henry Van de Putte Selena Yee 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 1. Approve the minutes of the Age Friendly Advisory Committee Special Called meeting on April 27, 2026. 2. Approve the minutes of the Age Friendly Advisory Committee Special Called meeting on October 5, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Staff briefing regarding the 2026-2030 Age-Friendly Austin (AFA) Action Plan current status and plan implementation. Presentation by Nicole Alexander, Age Friendly Program Coordinator, and Halana Kaleel, Public Health Community Engagement Specialist, Austin Public Health DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. Discussion and possible action on adopting the 2027 meeting schedule for the Age Friendly Advisory Committee. 5. Discussion and possible action on designation of Age Friendly Advisory Committee Representatives to Age Friendly Austin Action Plan Implementation Workgroups. 6. Discussion and possible action on the Roadmaps created by the Commission on Aging for the three focus areas of the Age Friendly Austin Action Plan 2026-2030. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please email Nicole Alexander at Austin Public Health Department, at Nicole.Alexander@austintexas.gov, to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Age Friendly Advisory Committee, please email Nicole Alexander at Nicole.Alexander@austintexas.gov.
MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Monday September 14, 2026 MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MINUTES REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2026 The Municipal Civil Service Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, September 14, 2026, at 5202 E. Ben White Blvd., Suite 500, in Austin, Texas. Chair Kevin Mullen called the Municipal Civil Service Commission meeting to order at 9:36 a.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Kevin Mullen, Chair Ron Bennet Cortney Carothers John Umphress PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Municipal Civil Service Commission Regular Meeting on July 13, 2026. The minutes from the Municipal Civil Service Commission regular meeting on July 13, 2026, were approved on Commissioner Umphress’ motion, Commissioner Bennett’s second on a 4-0 vote. STAFF BRIEFING 2. Staff briefing regarding the Employee Relations model for tracking employee complaints. Presentation by Teena Gray-Hale, Employee Relations Manager, Austin Human Resources. Teena Gray-Hale, Employee Relations Manager with Austin Human Resources, provided a briefing regarding the Employee Relations model for tracking employee complaints. DISCUSSION 3. Discussion and review of potential changes to the bylaws of the Municipal Civil Service Commission. Chair Mullen recessed the Municipal Civil Service Commission meeting at 10:17 a.m. to enter Executive Session to receive legal counsel, pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071 (Legal Counsel exception), on potential changes to the bylaws of the Municipal Civil Service Commission. 1 MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Monday September 14, 2026 Chair Mullen reconvened the commission meeting after returning from executive session at 10:53 a.m. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Discussion and action to approve future meeting dates, times, and locations. Discussion was held to approve future meeting dates, times, and locations. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Chair Mullen and Commissioner Umphress, on a 4-0 vote, requested an item on the October 26, 2026, commission meeting agenda regarding the discussion of potential changes to Bylaws of the Municipal Civil Service Commission. Chair Mullen requested Austin Human Resources provide a briefing at a Commission meeting in late spring 2027 on updates to the Employee Relations model for tracking employee complaints. Chair Mullen and Commissioner Carothers requested a future agenda item for discussion and action regarding future meeting dates, times, and location. ADJOURNMENT Chair Mullen adjourned the meeting at 11:05 a.m. without objection. 2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 BYLAWS OF THE Municipal Civil Service Commission ARTICLE 1. NAME. The name of the commission is the Municipal Civil Service Commission. ARTICLE 2. PURPOSE AND DUTIES. The purpose and duties of the commission are as follows: (1) hear appeals and make final, binding decisions in the case of municipal civil service employees covered under Article IX of the City Charter who have been discharged, suspended, demoted, denied a promotion, or put on disciplinary probation; (2) recommend the adoption of civil service rules after receipt of proposed rules by the Human Resources Director and perform services under the civil service rules as provided in Article IX, Section 2 of the City Charter; (3) perform other duties regarding the municipal civil service, not inconsistent with Article IX of the City Charter, that the City Council may require; (4) issue subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum to witnesses, whether at the request of interested parties or on its own motion, when reasonably necessary to obtain pertinent evidence at a hearing or investigation; (5) administer oaths to witnesses appearing at a hearing or investigation; and (6) conduct any investigations it may consider desirable or which it may be required to make by the City Council or the City Manager concerning the administration of municipal civil service, and report its findings and recommendations to the City Council; ARTICLE 3. MEMBERSHIP. (A) The commission is composed of five members appointed by the city council, each a qualified voter of the City. (B) A commissioner may be removed before the end of the commissioner’s term only for cause, and after receiving a written statement of the reasons for removal and a public hearing before the City Council, if the commissioner requests a hearing. (C) Commission members shall be appointed for a term of three years, except that the initial members shall serve for a term of one, two or three years as designated in Resolution No. 20130509-036. The term expires on May 9th of the first, second or third anniversary. (D) An individual commission member may not act in an official capacity or speak on behalf of the board except …
Municipal Civil Service Commission 2026 Regular Meeting Schedule January 12, 2026 January 26, 2026 July 13, 2026 July 27, 2026 February 9, 2026 August 10, 2026 February 23, 2026 August 24, 2026 March 9, 2026 September 14, 2026 March 23, 2026 September 28, 2026 April 13, 2026 April 27, 2026 May 11, 2026 June 8, 2026 June 22, 2026 October 12, 2026 October 26, 2026 November 9, 2026 December 14, 2026 2026 MCSC Meeting Schedule Approved on September 8, 2025
REGULAR MEETING OF THE LIBRARY COMMISSION MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2026, AT 6 P.M. PLEASANT HILL BRANCH LIBRARY MEETING ROOM 2 211 EAST WILLIAM CANNON DRIVE, AUSTIN, TEXAS 78744 Some members of the Commission may be participating via video conference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than Noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Laura Polio, 512-974-9624, laura.polio@austintexas.gov. Edward Selig, Vice Chair Dr. Suchitra Gururaj Elizabeth Hansen Andrea Herrera Moreno Lorrie Ann Mitchel CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Lynda Infante Huerta, Chair Pamela Carlile Sara Gore Melissah Hasdorff Sheila Mehta Holly Sabiston AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first five 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 Library Commission regular meeting held on September 28, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing on Review of 2026 Summer at Austin Public Library Program, by Alanna Graves, Librarian III, Summer Experience Coordinator. Staff briefing on the Austin Public Library facility projects selected for the 2026 City of Austin General Obligation Bond included in Proposition B, by Cody Scott, Facilities Process Manager. DISCUSSION 4. Discussion on Advocacy Opportunities and Commission Engagement to Advance Strategic Priorities. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Approve the 2027 Meeting Schedule of the Library Commission. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Laura Polio at Austin Public Library Department, at 512-974-9624 or laura.polio@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. For more information about the Library Commission, please contact Laura Polio, Department Executive Assistant, at 512-974-9624 or laura.polio@austintexas.gov.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2026, 6:00 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS & COMMISSIONS ROOM 1101 301 W. 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Human Rights 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, call or email Ryan Sperling at ryan.sperling@austintexas.gov or 512-974-3568 CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Kolby Duhon, Chair (He/They) Muneeb “Meebs” Aslam (He/Him) Jeffrey Clemmons George Jambor Harriet Kirsh-Pozen Tannya Oliva Martínez Morgan Davis, Vice Chair (He/Him) Mindy Morgan Avitia Lila Igram Mariana Krueger (She/Her) Carlos Davila Delgado AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Human Rights Commission regular meeting on September 28, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding the Creative Reset Phase II: Reimagining Austin’s Cultural Facilities and Museums. Briefing by Candice Cooper, Interim Chief Administrative Officer, ACME. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Approve the Human Rights Commission’s 2027 Annual Meeting Schedule. 4. Approve changes to working group membership. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 5. Update from the Anti-Hate Working Group regarding their progress on the anti-hate framework. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Ryan Sperling at Austin City Clerk’s Office, at 512-974-3568 or ryan.sperling@austintexas.gov, to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Human Rights Commission, please contact Ryan Sperling at 512-974- 3568 or ryan.sperling@austintexas.gov.
REGULAR MEETING HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION MINUTES MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2026 The Human Rights Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, September 28, 2026, at 301 W. 2nd St., Boards & Commissions Room, in Austin, Texas. Chair Duhon called the Human Rights Commission meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Kolby Duhon (Chair) Morgan Davis (Vice Chair) Carlos Davila Delgado Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Jeffrey Clemmons Lila Igram George Jambor Mariana Krueger Harriet Kirsh Pozen Mindy Morgan Avitia Tannya Oliva-Martínez PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Human Rights Commission regular meeting on August 24, 2026. The August 24, 2026 minutes were approved on Commissioner Clemmons’ motion, Vice Chair Davis’ second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Jambor and Krueger were off the dais. Commissioner Aslam was absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding the Creative Reset Phase II: Reimagining Austin’s Cultural Facilities and Museums. Briefing by Candice Cooper, Interim Chief Administrative Officer, ACME. 1 Item 2 was taken up after Item 3 without objection. Postponed to next month without objection. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. Presentation regarding the programming and mission of Keep Austin Schools Independent (KASI). Presentation by Lily McClure and Sharyn Vane, Co-Founders, KASI. The presentation was made by Lily McLure and Sharyn Vane, Co-Founders, KASI. Update on recent JIC discussions and actions relevant to the Human Rights Commission. Update by Commissioner Oliva-Martínez. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Approve a recommendation supporting multi-year City of Austin funding for SAFE Alliance and encouraging coordinated advocacy by the city’s intergovernmental relations team for increased state funding to support survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and related services. Withdrawn without objection. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 6. 7. Update from the Human Rights Resource Guide Working Group on the progress of the human rights resource guide. Update by Commissioner Oliva-Martínez. Update from the Anti Hate Working Group on their progress on the anti-hate framework. Update by Chair Duhon. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Anti-Hate Working Group Update - Duhon, Krueger Working group membership changes – Duhon, Clemmons Recommendation regarding ICE shooting of Wilbur Rafeal Perefz – Duhon, Clemmons ADJOURNMENT Chair Duhon adjourned the meeting at 7:12 p.m. without objection. 2
The Creative Reset Phase II Reimagining Austin’s Cultural Facilities and Museums Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment July 2026 Why Now? Austin Has Changed. Our Cultural System Must Change With It. ▪ Austin's population continues to grow and diversify. ▪ Community expectations have shifted from simply preserving facilities to actively programming and activating them. ▪ Residents expect welcoming, accessible, vibrant public spaces that are open, responsive, and community-centered. ▪ The Creative Reset presented an opportunity to rethink how our facilities operate, not just maintain the status quo. Emma S Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center 2 Our Community Spaces Cultural Centers and Entertainment Complex Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex African American Cultural & Heritage Facility + Dedrick Hamilton House Asian American Resource Center Connelly-Yerwood “Pink” House Emma S Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural + Genealogy Center Museums and Art Center Montopolis Negro School Zilker Hillside Theater Dougherty Arts Center Elisabet Ney Museum UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum Susanna Dickinson Museum O. Henry Museum Old Bakery & Emporium 23rd Street Renaissance Artist Market 3 Our Approach The Creative Reset Phase II Reimagining Austin’s Cultural Facilities and Museums Beverly Sheffield Hillside Theater Our Approach We designed this process around listening. Community Engagement Internal Assessment Staff Visioning Site Identity Exercise Operational Review Recommendations Implementation Plan Evaluation 5 Nearly a year of engagement ensured that our recommendations reflect both community priorities and operational realities. Elisabeth Ney Museum 6 Community: What We Heard The Creative Reset Phase II Reimagining Austin’s Cultural Facilities and Museums ACME Creative Reset Engagement Community: What We Heard Activate our facilities More activity, more energy, more opportunities. Expand partnerships Collaborate with artists, nonprofits, schools, and community organizations. Improve customer experience Create welcoming, consistent, easy-to-access spaces. Reduce barriers Simplify processes and increase accessibility. Celebrate each site's unique identity Honor history while creating new opportunities. Brush Square Pun-Off Event 8 Staff: What We Learned The Creative Reset Phase II Reimagining Austin’s Cultural Facilities and Museums Dougherty Arts Center Staff: What We Learned ▪ Staff are passionate and deeply committed to serving the community. ▪ Operational processes vary significantly across facilities. ▪ Administrative responsibilities often limit time available for programming and community engagement. ▪ Greater collaboration, shared services, and consistent expectations can improve efficiency while preserving each site's unique identity. ▪ Our facilities are aging. Staff Engagement Event 10 Our New Operating Model The Creative Reset Phase II Reimagining Austin’s Cultural Facilities …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE DESIGN COMMISSION MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2026, 6:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1405 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Design 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 Stephen Crews at 512- 978-1399 or Stephen.crews@austintexas.gov . CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Marissa McKinney, Chair Kevin Howard, Vice Chair Ramachandra “Rao” Aradhyula David Carroll Nkiru Gelles Saira Khan CALL TO ORDER AGENDA Conners Ladner Josue Meiners Evgenia “Jenny” Murkes Jon Salinas Brendan Wittstruck PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first five 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 Design Commission regular meeting on September 28th, 2026. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. 3. Discussion and possible action on approving a recommendation to Council regarding the future roles, name, and mission of the Design Commission. Sponsors: Commissioner Wittstruck and Vice Chair Howard. Discussion and possible action to approve the Design Commission annual schedule for 2027. 4. Discussion and possible action to approve a recommendation to the Austin City Council regarding the Green Infrastructure Initiative. Sponsors: Commissioner Carroll and Commissioner Wittstruck. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 5. Update from Urban Design Guidelines Working group regarding the future of the Design Commission. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS City Code requires at least two board members sponsor an item to be included on an agenda. This section of the agenda provides members an opportunity to request items for future agendas. Staff should assume that if there is no objection from other members expressed at the meeting, the members’ silence indicates approval for staff to include on the next agenda. ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than …
Recommendation to the Austin City Council Regarding the Green Infrastructure Initiative WHEREAS, the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan outlines a vision for a complete community where development occurs in connected and pedestrian friendly patterns supporting transit and identifying green infrastructure as a key strategy to achieve these goals; and WHEREAS, the Austin Climate Equity Plan and the Austin Strategic Mobility Plan call for a 50/50 mode share whereby 50 percent of commutes are made in ways other than driving alone and envision completing the Bicycle, Sidewalk, and Urban Trails Plans by 2039; and WHEREAS, in 2013, Council approved Resolution No. 20131212-080 that directed the City Manager to create and implement the Complete Streets Policy which encouraged city streets to integrate nature and green practices into our city including trees, landscaping, and rain gardens, also known as Green Infrastructure; and WHEREAS, street trees are critical infrastructure, providing shade, mitigating urban heat, managing stormwater, improving air quality, and enhancing the safety, comfort, and quality of the public realm; and WHEREAS, on March 21, 2024, the Austin City Council adopted Resolution No. 20240321-039, directing the City Manager to resolve existing barriers to implementing street trees and advance their integration into public rights-of-way; and WHEREAS, the Austin Roadmap for Advancing Green Infrastructure in the Right-of-Way identifies regulatory, technical, procedural, and institutional barriers and recommends actions to prioritize street trees in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of Austin's streets; and WHEREAS, tax payers are making substantial, once-in-a-generation investments to make our streets safe, comfortable, and support sustainable mobility options including, Project Connect, East Avenue Trail and I-35 cap and stitch parks, Congress Avenue Urban Design Initiative, Corridor Mobility Bond projects, to which tree-lined streets are essential to the function, return on public investment, and long-term legacy of these projects; and WHEREAS, Incorporating tree-lined streets into these improvements relies on the implementation of the Austin Roadmap for Advancing Green Infrastructure in the Right-of-Way, making timely and effective resolution imperative; and WHEREAS, implementing these recommendations in Austin’s constrained rights-of-way requires reconciling legitimate and sometimes competing infrastructure objectives, including preserving sufficient planting sites between the sidewalk and the roadbed to provide a continuous canopy of street trees, providing enough soil volume to support tree health, minimizing the risk that tree root growth will damage utilities, and ensuring fast and cost-effective utility serviceability in the event of emergencies; and WHEREAS, successful implementation requires sustained City leadership, clearly defined responsibilities, …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD OCTOBER 26, 2026 – 6:00 PM CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, ROOM 1001 301 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Parks and Recreation Board 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, click here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/WFF8ic6H7M or call or email Tim Dombeck, (512) 974-6716, Tim.Dombeck@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Stephanie Bazan (D-5), Chair Lane Becker (Mayor), Vice Chair Shelby Orme (D-1) Pedro Villalobos (D-2) Nicole Merritt (D-3) Maritza Kelley (D-4) Luai Abou-Emara (D-6) Diane Kearns-Osterweil (D-7) AGENDA Kim Taylor (D-8) Jennifer Franklin (D-9) Ted Eubanks (D-10) 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 1. Approve the minutes of the Parks and Recreation Board regular meeting of September 28, 2026. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. 3. Presentation, discussion and approve letters of support for Austin Parks and Recreation’s Community Recreation staff who worked to create the MLS GO youth soccer program. (Sponsors: Bazan, Becker) Presenter(s): David Crabb, Community Recreation Division Manager, Austin Parks and Recreation. Presentation, discussion, and approve a recommendation for City Council to authorize negotiation and execution of an interlocal cooperation agreement with the Austin Independent School District to support the Literacy First Program and Tutoring Intervention Program for a 12-month term though September 30, 2027, in an amount not to exceed $100,000, with four 12-month renewal options in amounts not to exceed $100,000 per Page 1 of 2 renewal option, for a total agreement amount not to exceed $500,000. (Sponsors: Bazan, Becker) Presenter(s): David Crabb, Community Recreation Division Manager, Austin Parks and Recreation. Presentation, discussion and approve a recommendation for City Council to authorize a change in use of dedicated parkland, known as Waller Beach at Town Lake Metro Park (East Avenue,) to permanently use approximately 7,475 sq. ft. and temporarily use approximately 3,590 sq. ft. of parkland in order to construct Austin …
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING MINUTES SEPTEMBER 28, 2026 PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD REGULAR MEETING MINUTES SEPTEMBER 28, 2026 The PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD convened in a REGULAR meeting on SEPTEMBER 28, 2026 at 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Bazan called the PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD Meeting to order at 6:04 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Stephanie Bazan, Luai Abou-Emara, Ted Eubanks, Diane Kearns- Osterweil, Nicole Merritt, Maritza Kelley. Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Lane Becker, Jennifer Franklin, Shelby Orme, Pedro Villalobos. Board Members Absent: Kim Taylor. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Abby Ruiz - Givens Recreation Center Commercial Kitchen Ursula Carter - Givens Recreation Center Commercial Kitchen Charlisa McCool - Givens Recreation Center Commercial Kitchen and grease trap Julie Fisher - The Trail Conservancy Barry Rivera - Austin Parks Foundation Seth Johnson - Skaters for Austin Skateparks Cary Jackson - Skaters for Austin Skateparks Patricia Bobeck - Fishing gear, ACL and Barton Springs Bob Bowdon - Red Bud Isle security request Reese Herd II - Givens Recreation Center Commercial Kitchen and grease trap APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Parks and Recreation Board regular meeting of August 24, 2026. The motion to approve the minutes of the Parks and Recreation Board regular meeting of August 24, 2026 was approved on Board Member Orme’s motion, Board Member Kearns- Osterweil’s second on a 10-0 vote. Board Member Taylor absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Presentation, discussion and approve letters of support for Austin Parks and Recreation’s Capital Improvement and Land Acquisition staff, who dedicated years to the research, analysis and development of the Council approved 2026 Park Bond Program. Page 1 of 3 PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING MINUTES SEPTEMBER 28, 2026 Liana Kallivoka, Assistant Director and Alyssa Tharrett, Project Management Supervisor, Austin Parks and Recreation gave a presentation. The motion to approve letters of support for Austin Parks and Recreation’s Capital Improvement and Land Acquisition staff, who dedicated years to the research, analysis and development of the Council approved 2026 Park Bond Program was approved on Board Member Eubanks’ motion, Board Member Merritt’s second on a 10-0 vote. Board Member Taylor absent. 3. Presentation, discussion and approve a recommendation for City Council to authorize a change in use of dedicated parkland, known as Hancock Golf Course, to temporarily use approximately 9,482 square feet of parkland in order to construct Austin Water infrastructure and associated improvements. Total …
Interlocal Cooperation Agreement: Literacy First Program Between the City of Austin and Austin Independent School District Austin Parks and Recreation Department Purpose of the Agreement The City of Austin supports Literacy First, a reading and writing tutoring program for students in grades K-2. Through an interlocal agreement with Austin Independent School District (AISD): The City provides $100,000 to support the program. AISD must fairly compensate the performing party for services provided under the agreement.* *Local Government Code, Chapter 791 2 Who Does Literacy First Serve? Serves Four AISD Title I Schools Allison Elementary School Ortega Elementary School Sanchez Elementary School Zavala Elementary School PR funding supported 151 AISD students in 2025–26 3 Agreement Term and History In effect since fiscal year 2006-2007 Initial term: October 1, 2026- September 30, 2027 4 AISD Services AISD shall make Literacy First available to at least 200 students attending Title I elementary schools. AISD shall waive rental fees for the City’s Creativity Club After-School Program at Oak Hill Elementary School for the duration of the Agreement. AISD shall waive rental fees and ancillary costs for City public-purpose use of identified AISD facilities. AISD shall make high school baseball fields available for public recreation during offseasons and after regular school hours through a transparent, publicly accessible reservation system. 5 AISD Services, cont’d AISD shall provide transportation for students participating in PARD after-school programs: AISD shall assist with marketing PARD programs and employment opportunities and provide current AISD staff contacts who will assist. 6 AISD Deliverables AISD shall provide the City pre- and post-program reports assessing program success, identifying issues, and recommending changes for the next mentoring year. AISD shall submit the final report to APR’s Contract Manager within 60 days after the program closes. 7 City of Austin Deliverables The City will reimburse AISD up to $100,000 per school year for Literacy First services and deliverables. Payment shall be made within 30 calendar days after program completion and receipt of: A complete and valid invoice from AISD with the program report APR Contract Manager confirmation that AISD achieved the program’s goals and objectives 8 Board Recommendation The Parks and Recreation Board recommends that City Council authorize the negotiation and execution of an interlocal cooperation agreement with AISD to support the …
CHAPTER 26 APPLICATION IH-35 CAPITAL EXPRESS CENTRAL IMPROVEMENTS REQUESTED PARKLAND DECLARATIONS OF USE Waller Beach at Town Lake Metro Park (East Avenue) Austin Parks & Recreation Board | October 2026 Mark Stanko, Project Manager, WSP Kevin Koeller, P.E. A D N E G A 1. Project Summary 2. Project Objectives 3. Stakeholder Engagement • Bi-weekly meetings • On-site meeting • Public Involvement (PI) interagency meeting • Community engagement • Verify environmental clearance and process 4. Parkland Declaration of Use Summary 5. Waller Beach at Town Lake Metro Park (East Avenue) 15” Wastewater Line Declaration of Use • • Subterranean 15” Wastewater Line Declaration of Use • Temporary Construction Declaration of Use 6. Summary of Requested Parkland Declaration of Use WSP | CAPEX Chapter 26 Application | October 2026 2 Project summary • The Capital Expressway Austin Water Standalone Utility Project (CAPEX-AWS) requires relocation of over 45,000 linear feet of water and wastewater utilities to mitigate conflicts with the proposed improvements to IH-35 by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). • These relocations are primarily in City of Austin right-of-way (ROW) but some work in private land and parkland is required. WSP | CAPEX Chapter 26 Application | October 2026 Proposed Water and Wastewater lines for the CAPEX AWS project. 3 Project Objectives • Improve safety and mobility in Austin • Provide Austin Water customers with a reliable water and wastewater system that is accessible • Relocate water and wastewater lines impacted by proposed IH-35 CapEx Project WSP | CAPEX Chapter 26 Application | October 2026 4 3. Stakeholder Engagement Meetings held to date: ▪ Bi-weekly meetings since June 2026 between TxDOT, Austin Parks and Recreation (APR), Forestry, Austin Water (AW), and other City departments. ▪ An on-site meeting with APR, AW, and TxDOT for the East Avenue Declaration of Use areas on May 29, 2026. ▪ A coordination meeting with APR and Local Parks Stewardship Coordinator from Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD) to confirm Section 6(f) requirements on May 29, 2026. ▪ A PI interagency meeting on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, with APR, AW and TxDOT. ▪ Public Involvement (PI) interagency meeting on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, with APR, AW, and TxDOT. WSP | CAPEX Chapter 26 Application | October 2026 5 Summary of stakeholder engagement efforts East Avenue stakeholder engagement – June 2026 Onward: • AW and TxDOT has engaged with stakeholders in and around the East Avenue …
Date: Subject: Month Date, Year IH-35 CapEx – East Ave To: From: Date: Subject: MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING Shay Ralls Roalson, P.E., Director, Austin Water Jesús Aguirre, MBA, CPRE, Director, Austin Parks and Recreation Department [Month Day, Year] IH-35 CapEx – East Ave; M.O.U.# 26-002; FDU# 3920 2207 8397 and 4480 2307 5411; Project I.D. 3212.200 The purpose of this memorandum is to outline an understanding between Austin Parks and Recreation (APR) and Austin Water (AW) for the non-recreational use of parkland at Waller Beach at Town Lake Metro Park. Project Details AW is authorized to use the parkland located at Waller Beach at Town Lake Metro Park, 30 East Ave for construction of a wastewater line as indicated on Attachment “1” (Location Map). For the construction of the wastewater line, the parkland is requested for permanent and temporary use in association with the TXDOT IH35 CapEx Downtown Advance Construction (DTAC) AW Standalone Relocations: MLK to Holly Street Project. The requested area is: Permanent Wastewater Use: Permanent Subterranean Wastewater Use: Temporary Staging Use: 5,980 sq. ft. = $892,233 1,495 sq. ft. = $63,731 3,590 sq. ft. = $99,476 AW is in an agreement to provide the following mitigation ($1,055,440) in return for the permanent use and temporary use of the parkland after City Council has approved this request. The project start date is May 2030. The date of final completion is October 2030. The temporary use of parkland is approved for 156 days. 1 of 2 Date: Subject: Month Date, Year IH-35 CapEx – East Ave Requesting Department Responsibilities This MOU and associated Declaration of Use are necessitated by TxDOT’s IH-35 expansion project. The terms established in this MOU between AW and APR have been reviewed and agreed to by TxDOT. All construction work on parkland will be executed by TxDOT’s contractors, and construction documents will include language agreed to by TxDOT and the City of Austin (COA). The COA will make every effort to coordinate and enforce the terms of this MOU with TxDOT and their designated contractors. APR will continue to coordinate directly with TxDOT regarding these activities, recognizing that successful implementation is achieved through collaboration among all parties involved. It is the responsibility of the AW Project Manager and/or the Capital Delivery Services (CDS) Project Manager to notify APR of the Notice to Proceed 60 days prior to start of construction on-site. Extension/modification of parkland use must receive …
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ATTACHMENT "A" - M.O.U. MITIGATION FEES CALCULATION WORKSHEET - SUMMARY Mitigation Worksheet Summary Project: Park: Requesting Department: MOU #: IH-35 CapEx - East Ave - Waller Beach Waller Beach at Town Lake Metro Park Austin Water 26-002 Use Type Permanent Use Temporary Use TOTAL Credit for Park Improvements TOTAL Calculated Fee $955,964 $99,476 $1,055,440 $0 $1,055,440 Mitigation Worksheet for Permanent Use Project: Park: Requesting Department: MOU #: IH-35 CapEx - East Ave - Waller Beach Waller Beach at Town Lake Metro Park Austin Water 26-002 Geographic Area Code DT Identified by requested area site geography Average Value per Square Foot. ($): $426.29 Calculated by Geographic Area average Wastewater Permanent Use (sq. ft.): 5,980 Submitted by Requesting Department/Entity Preliminary Mitigation Value ($): $2,549,235 Requested Area multiplied by the Value per Square Foot Disturbance Value (%): 35.00% Based on limitations on future development for that portion of parkland (see table below) Park Use Factor (%): 0.00% Based on the recreational or park value of the proposed use. Final Mitigation Value ($): $ 892,233 Preliminary Mitigation Value multiplied by the Disturbance Value Percentage of Fee 10% 25% 35% 50% 65% 75% 90% 100% Comments Nominal effect on use and utility Subsurface or air rights that have minimal effect on use and utility Location along a property line or non usable land area Balanced use by both owner and easement holder Some impact on surface use and conveyance of ingress/egress rights Major impact on surface use and conveyance of future uses Severe impact on surface use and conveyance of future uses Permanently dedicated to installation Disturbance Values Example Uses Small subsurface water or sewer line Larger subsurface water or sewer line with minimal impacts on future development Water or sewer line, cable lines or other subsurface use with limited impacts on developable area Water or sewer line, cable lines with exceptions in the DOU allowing parklike amenities Pipelines or other limited surface impacts with maintenance requirements and limited development potential Pipelines, drainage easements, flowage easements that restrict future use Overhead electric, drainage easements, or other use with restrictions on future use ROW or other use with surface impact on parkland Areas within an existing easement or declaration of use are limited to the remaining eligible percentage. Adapted From: Right of Way Magazine "Easement Valuation" Sherwood, May/June 2006. Provided by City of Austin Office of Real Estate Mitigation Worksheet for Permanent Use Project: Park: Requesting …
