Posting Language ..Title Authorize negotiation and execution of an interlocal agreement with Texas Engineering Experiment Station for updates to the International Code Compliance Calculator and related technical and research services, for an initial term of five years with up to three one-year extension options in an amount not to exceed $183,211. Funding: $33,504 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. ..De Lead Department Austin Energy Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $33,504 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Prior Council Action: September 30, 2004 - Council authorized negotiation and execution of an interlocal agreement with Texas Engineering Experiment Station for energy management services. August 19, 2010 - Council authorized negotiation and execution of Amendment No. 6 to an interlocal agreement with Texas Engineering Experiment Station increasing the contract for energy management services. For More Information: Amy Everhart, Director, Local Government Relations (512) 322-6087; Richard Genece, Vice President, Customer Energy Solutions (512) 322-6327. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: August 10, 2026 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: The City of Austin has a long-standing commitment to energy efficiency, greenhouse gas reduction, and improving building performance through progressive adoption of local energy codes. The International Code Compliance Calculator (IC3) helps builders evaluate residential energy performance, understand design impacts, and generate required permitting documentation for submission to Development Services. As Austin adopts more advanced, performance-based codes, accessible and no cost tools like IC3 help maintain predictable permitting processes and reduce design burdens. IC3 is also a critical tool for the Austin Energy Green Building program. The platform provides insight into local building practices, supports program evaluation, and enables staff to collaborate with City departments, builders, energy raters, and trade allies to improve energy efficiency programs and other City sustainability initiatives. In 2025, the Austin City Council adopted the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) along with Austin-specific amendments. These updates further Austin Energy’s efforts to deliver measurable energy savings, reduce peak demand, and support the transition to high-performance, low-carbon building practices. Future code adoptions are likely in 2028 and 2031. Austin Energy tracks and reports the energy and demand savings associated with local code adoption, which directly support the …
Posting Language ..Title Authorize two contracts for engineering services and staff augmentation for the 2026 Engineering Services and Staff Augmentation for Electric Service Delivery Rotation List with HDR Engineering, Inc. and Burns & McDonnell Engineering Company, Inc., for a total contract amount not to exceed $105,000,000, divided among the firms. Funding: $1,540,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Item 3 ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Managing Department Austin Energy. Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. Procurement Language: Austin Financial Services issued a Request for Qualifications solicitation RFQS 6100 CLMP390 for these services. The solicitation was issued on January 21, 2026, and closed on February 26, 2026. Of the 26 offers received, the recommended contractors submitted the best evaluated responsive offers. A complete solicitation package, including a log of offers received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at: https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=143322. MBE / WBE: These contracts will be awarded in compliance with the City Code Chapter 2-9A (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program) by meeting the goals with 5.92% MBE and 2.31% WBE participation. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to Austin Financial Services - Central Procurement at: FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Respondents to the solicitation and their Agents should direct all questions to the Authorized Contact Person identified in the solicitation. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: August 10, 2026 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: As a standard business practice, the City routinely engages the services of professional engineering firms to perform analysis, design, and support services associated with construction or improvement of City capital assets. Rotation List contracting allows the City to have a group of qualified consultants available to perform a specific type of recurring work in a timely manner to meet the project and operational needs of the City. Prior to issuing, this solicitation was reviewed by the City’s Rotation List Advisory Committee, comprised of staff from Austin Financial Services - Central Procurement, Capital Procurement, Austin Small and Minority Business Resources, Transportation and Public Works, and other user departments. The total authorization amount, the number of firms to be recommended for selection, and the authorization amount per firm were discussed and reviewed by the Committee. …
Item 4 Posting Language ..Title Authorize an amendment to a contract for continued Splunk cybersecurity software products and services for supporting threat detection, log management, operational intelligence, and regulatory compliance monitoring activities for Austin Energy with GTS Technology Solutions, Inc d/b/a GTS Technology Solutions, to extend the term by six months and increase the amount by $476,000 for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $1,676,000. Funding: $39,666 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Client Department(s) Austin Energy. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $39,666 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Procurement Language: Contract Amendment. MBE/WBE: Cooperative Agreements are exempt from the City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women- Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program); therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. Prior Council Action: February 29, 2024 - Council approved a contract for Splunk cyber security software products and services with GTS Technology Solutions, Inc D/B/A GTS Technology Solutions. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to Austin Financial Services - Central Procurement at: FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: August 10, 2026 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: This contract amendment will provide Austin Energy with continued Splunk cybersecurity software and services to support threat detection, log management, operational intelligence, and regulatory compliance monitoring activities. The software is used by multiple operational teams, including Cybersecurity, Technology & Data, and Customer Energy Solutions, to maintain continuous situational awareness across critical systems. Additional time and funding authority is required to align subscriptions across business units and maintain uninterrupted cybersecurity protections, while a new long-term contract is established. Item 4 Contract Details: Contract Term Length of Term Contract Authorization Initial Term Proposed Amendment Total 3 years 6 months 3.5 years $1,200,000 $1,200,000 Requested Additional Authorization Revised Total Authorization $476,000 $476,000 $1,200,000 $476,000 $1,676,000 Note: Contract Authorization amounts are based on the City’s estimated annual usage.
Posting Language ..Title Authorize an amendment to a contract for continued Cascade Utility Asset Management Software Solution for monitoring critical assets, tracking age, usage, and maintenance history for Austin Energy with DNV Energy Insights USA Inc., to increase the amount by $469,000 for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $1,269,000. Funding: $65,363 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Item 5 ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Client Department(s) Austin Energy. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $65,363 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Procurement Language: Contract Amendment. MBE/WBE: Sole source contracts are exempt from the City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program); therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. Prior Council Action: February 4, 2021 - Council approved a contract for Cascade utility asset management software with DNV GL USA, Inc., now DNV Energy Insights USA Inc. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to Austin Financial Services - Central Procurement at: FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: August 10, 2026 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: The contract amendment will increase contract authority allowing Austin Energy to add the Cascade Facility Ratings module to the existing Cascade utility asset management software solution. The Cascade software allows Austin Energy to monitor critical assets, tracking age, usage, and maintenance history. Cascade uses data analytics, predictive maintenance and preventive maintenance, to minimize the risk of equipment failure, while maximizing equipment lifetimes. The results are seen in gained efficiency, lower risk and reduced costs, with maximum uptime and reliability of service for Austin Energy. The Cascade Facility Ratings module will allow Austin Energy to manage the electric system facilities to comply with the North American Electric Reliability Corp ) requirements by providing change management, approval management, historical records management and reporting capabilities. Contract Details: Item 5 Contract Term Length of Term Contract Initial Term Contract Amendment Contract Amendment Proposed Amendment Total 10 years Authorization $800,000 Administrative Administrative 10 years $800,000 Requested Additional Authorization Revised Total Authorization $30,000 $64,000 $375,000 $469,000 $800,000 $30,000 $64,000 $375,000 $1,269,000 Note: Contract Authorization amounts are based on the City’s estimated annual usage.
Item 6 Posting Language ..Title Approve a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings and payment to acquire a permanent electric transmission and distribution easement for Austin Energy needed for the CKT961 Induction Reduction Project requiring the acquisition of an easement consisting of three parts totaling approximately 0.6267 acres (27,298 square feet) being a portion of Lot 1, Block A, Resubdivision of Lot 1, Block A, Davis Spring Commercial Section 2, a subdivision of record in Document No. 20111058775, Official Public Records, Williamson County, Texas, said Lot 1 conveyed to AT&T Services, Inc., by Special Warranty Deed Non Material Correction Affidavit Under Sec. 5.028, Texas Property Code, dated May 29, 2012, as recorded in Document No. 20120400342, Official Public Records, Williamson County, Texas, currently appraised at $283,279 subject to an increase in value based on updated appraisals, a Special Commissioner’s award, negotiated settlement, or judgment. The owner of the needed property is AT&T Services, Inc., a Delaware corporation. The property is located at 9825 Spectrum Dr., Bldg. 4, Austin, Texas, 78717. The general purpose of this project is to mitigate an induced voltage by the Austin Energy Circuit 961 transmission line on the Cap Metro Red Line rail. The general route of the project begins at the Jollyville Substation and ends at the Ashton Woods Substation. Funding: $283,279 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. ..De Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. For More Information: Brandon Williamson, Austin Financial Services, 512-974-5666; Michael Gates, Austin Financial Services, 512- 974-5639; Amy Everhart, Austin Energy, Director, Local Government Issues, 512-322-6087; David Tomczyszyn, Austin Energy, VP Electric Systems Engineering and Technical Services, 512-322-6821. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: August 10, 2026 - to be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: This project is for the Austin Energy Circuit 961 Induction Reduction Project, intended to mitigate an induced voltage by the Austin Energy Circuit 961 transmission line on the Cap Metro Red Line rail. This project will take the necessary steps to reduce the touch voltage below a 25 volts AC threshold. The voltage reduction will be achieved by installing an aboveground counterpoise wire on the transmission circuit. The general route of the project begins at the Jollyville Substation and ends at the Ashton Woods Substation. The City has attempted to purchase the needed property at 9825 …
Item 7 Posting Language ..Title Authorize a contract for communication equipment, including hardware, software licensing and maintenance, installation, and training services for the utility’s substation relay protection and control system for Austin Energy with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc., for an initial term of three years with up to two one- year extension options in an amount not to exceed $2,015,000. Funding: $1,565,060 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Client Department(s) Austin Energy. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $1,565,060 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Procurement Language: Sole Source. MBE/WBE: Sole source contracts are exempt from the City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program); therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to Austin Financial Services - Central Procurement at: FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: August 10, 2026 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: This contract will provide Austin Energy with essential communication equipment, including hardware, software maintenance, installation, and training services for the utility’s substation relay protection and control system. The system supports relay communications between substations and the System Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) network. These components support critical, real time communications between substations across the electric transmission grid and provide continuous 24/7/365 monitoring, alarm recording, circuit configuration, and equipment configuration storage. The system also serves as Austin Energy’s primary repository for alarm history for the protection relaying communications network, ensuring compliance with North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection standards. The equipment and services required are proprietary and only available from Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories. The equipment will be installed at City of Austin electric substations as part of ongoing infrastructure upgrades that support reliable and safe electric service operations. Without this contract, Austin Energy would be unable to meet required technical and safety standards necessary for grid reliability and regulatory compliance. Contract Details: Contract Term Initial Term Optional Extension 1 Optional Extension 2 Total Length of Term 3 years 1 year 1 year 5 years Contract Authorization $1,699,705 $157,648 $157,647 $2,015,000 Item 7
Posting Language ..Title Authorize negotiation and execution of a wind power purchase agreement extension with Whirlwind Energy LLC, for the purchase and sale of up to 60 megawatts of electricity in an estimated amount of up to $10,000,000 per year, for a term of up to 20 years, for a total estimated amount of up to $200,000,000. Funding is contingent upon budgetary approval in future budgets. Item 8 ..De Lead Department Austin Energy Fiscal Note Funding is contingent upon budgetary approval in future budgets. Prior Council Action: For More Information: Amy Everhart, Director, Local Government Issues (512) 322-6087; Pat Sweeney, Interim Vice President Market Operations & Resource Planning (512) 322-6183. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: August 10, 2026- To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: In 2006, Austin Energy and Whirlwind Energy LLC entered into a 20-year Power Purchase Agreement, which is set to expire in December 2027. This authorization provides funding for an extension of the agreement at a competitive price consistent with renewable energy purchase agreements previously authorized by Council in May 2026. The recommended wind power purchase agreement supports Austin Energy’s carbon-free energy goals established in the Austin Energy Resource, Generation, and Climate Protection Plan. The wind facility is already commissioned and operating in the West Texas region of the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT). The agreement does not require Austin Energy to invest in the operation or maintenance of the facilities and it offers a non-escalating, fixed price per megawatt-hour. The project has demonstrated a history of strong renewable energy production with minimal transmission congestion and is expected to provide continued price-risk mitigation to the Power Supply Adjustment.
Item 9 Posting Language ..Title Authorize a contract for software upgrades, maintenance and support services, for managing the distribution grid and supporting customer-facing applications responsible for outage restoration status tracking and communication, for Austin Energy with Schneider Electric Smart Grid Solutions, LLC, for an initial term of five years with up to three one-year extension options in an amount not to exceed $17,500,000. Funding: $1,400,000 is available in the Capital Budget and $940,000 in the Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Client Department(s) Austin Energy. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $1,400,000 is available in the Capital Budget. Funding in the amount of $940,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Procurement Language: Sole Source. MBE/WBE: Sole source contracts are exempt from the City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program); therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to Austin Financial Services - Central Procurement at: FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: August 10, 2026 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: This contract provides for the upgrade, integration and ongoing support of the Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS). The ADMS is a critical utility system that manages the distribution grid and supports customer-facing applications responsible for outage restoration status tracking and communication. Its automated functions enhance distribution system reliability and operational efficiency by managing outages and coordinating field crew assignments. The proposed upgrades will provide additional capabilities to the system, enabling Austin Energy to further improve customer service, strengthen system reliability and optimize operating costs. The upgrade is also necessary to ensure the ADMS continues to function and communicate effectively with other Austin Energy software systems involved in power generation, transmission, customer billing, revenue generation, outage response and related communication functions. Schneider Electric Smart Grid Solutions, LLC is the sole owner of the EcoStruxure ADMS software, as well as the sole domestic provider of maintenance and support for that software. The vendor does not provide their ADMS maintenance support and implementation services through any other purchasing paths. Item 9 The recommended contractor is the current provider for these services. …
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Monday, July 13, 2026 The BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT convened in a Regular meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026, at 301 West 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Jeffery Bowen called the Board of Adjustment Meeting to order at 5:36 PM. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance in-Person: Jeffery Bowen-Chair, Haseeb Abdullah, Melissa Hawthorne, Corry Archer-McClellan-Alternate Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Sameer S Birring, Bianca A. Medina-Leal (late 5:43pm), Yung-ju Kim, Brian Poteet, Suzanne Valentine-Alternate Board Members/Commissioners Absent: Maggie Shahrestani-Vice Chair, Tommy Ates, Jessica Cohen (resigned), Michael Von Ohlen APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Board of Adjustment Regular meeting on May 11, 2026 On-Line Link: May 11, 2026 draft minutes The minutes from the meeting on May 11, 2026, were approved on Board Member Melissa Hawthorne, Board Member Haseeb Abdullah second, on 8-0 Vote (Board member Bianca Medina-Leal-no vote-late). PUBLIC HEARINGS Discussion and action on the following cases Item02 C15-2026-0023, Item04 C15-2026-0027 and Item05 C15-2026-0021 all postponed to August 10, 2026, due to lack of quorum for voting purposes (9 board members only). New variance cases: 2. C15-2026-0023 Samantha Riddell for John L Lohr 2205 Quarry Road On-Line Link: ITEM02 ADV PACKET; PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-515 (Rear Yard of a Through Lot) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback (adjacent to W 12th St) from 25 feet (required) to 20 feet (requested) in order to rebuild a detached garage in an “SF-3-NP”, Single-Family Residence-Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (West Austin Neighborhood Group) Note: Per LDC 25-2-515 Rear Yard of Through Lot for a Through Lot, a rear yard must comply with the minimum requirements applicable to a front yard. Board Member Melissa Hawthorne’s motion to postpone to August 10, 2026, due to lack of quorum for voting purposes (only 9 board members), Board member Haseeb Abdullah second on 9-0 votes; POSTPONED TO AUGUST 10, 2026. 3. C15-2026-0024 Linda Sullivan for Bennett Leventhal & Young Shin Kim 3408 Mount Bonnell Road On-Line Link: ITEM03 ADV PACKET; NO PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2- 492 (Site Development Regulations) from impervious coverage requirements to increase I.C. from 45% (maximum allowed) to 51% (requested), existing (56.25%), in order to complete a remodel/addition in an “SF-3”, Single-Family Residence zoning district. The public hearing was closed by Chair Jeffery …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM 05 DATE: Monday July 13, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0021 ___-____Thomas Ates (D1) OUT ___Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ___-____Jessica Cohen (D3) OUT ___Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) ___Y____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) ___Y____Sameer S Birring (D7) ___-____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) OUT ___Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ___-____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) OUT ___Y____Jeffery L Bowen (M) ___Y____Corry L Archer-MccClellan (Alternate) (M) ___Y____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ___-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: George Siddall OWNER: George Siddall ADDRESS: 2101 ARPDALE STREET VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) (D) from setback requirements for a street side setback of 15 feet (required) to 0 feet (requested) in order to maintain a Carport in a “SF-3”, Single-Family zoning district. BOARD’S DECISION: The public hearing was closed by Chair Jeffery Bowen, Board Member Michael Von Ohlen’s motion to postpone to July 13, 2026, Board member Haseeb Abdullah second on 11-0 votes; POSTPONED TO JULY 13, 2026. July 13, 2026: Board Member Melissa Hawthorne’s motion to postpone to August 10, 2026, due to lack of quorum for voting purposes (only 9 board members), Board member Haseeb Abdullah second on 9-0 votes; POSTPONED TO AUGUST 10, 2026. 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: ITEM02/1 (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 Jeffery Bowen Chairman forITEM02/2 CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM 03 DATE: Monday June 8, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0021 ___Y____Thomas Ates (D1) ___Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ___-____Jessica Cohen (D3) OUT ___Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ___-____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) OUT ___Y____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) ___Y____Sameer S Birring (D7) ___Y____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) ___Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) ___Y____Jeffery L Bowen (M) ___Y____Corry L Archer-McClellan (Alternate) (M) ___Y____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ___-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: George Siddall OWNER: George Siddall ADDRESS: 2101 ARPDALE STREET VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-492 …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM02 DATE: Monday July 13, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0023 ___-____Thomas Ates (D1) OUT ___Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ___-____Jessica Cohen (D3) OUT ___Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) ___Y____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) ___Y____Sameer S Birring (D7) ___-____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) OUT ___Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ___-____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) OUT ___Y____Jeffery L Bowen (M) ___Y____Corry L Archer-MccClellan (Alternate) (M) ___Y____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ___-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Samantha Riddell OWNER: John L Lohr ADDRESS: 2205 QUARRY RD VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-515 (Rear Yard of a Through Lot) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback (adjacent to W 12th St) from 25 feet (required) to 20 feet (requested) in order to rebuild a detached garage in an “SF-3-NP”, Single-Family Residence-Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (West Austin Neighborhood Group) Note: Per LDC 25-2-515 Rear Yard of Through Lot for a Through Lot, a rear yard must comply with the minimum requirements applicable to a front yard. BOARD’S DECISION: Board Member Melissa Hawthorne’s motion to postpone to August 10, 2026, due to lack of quorum for voting purposes (only 9 board members), Board member Haseeb Abdullah second on 9-0 votes; POSTPONED TO AUGUST 10, 2026. FINDING: ITEM03/1 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 Jeffery Bowen Chairman forITEM03/2 BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2026-0023 BOA DATE: Monday, July 13th, 2026 ADDRESS: 2205 Quarry Rd COUNCIL DISTRICT: 10 OWNER: John L Lohr AGENT: Samantha Riddell ZONING: SF-3-NP (WANG) LEGAL DESCRIPTION: E 64.5 FT OF LOT 4 BLK 2 WESTFIELD A VARIANCE REQUEST: LDC, Section 25-2-515 (Rear Yard of a Through Lot) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback (adjacent to W 12th St) from 25 feet (required) to 20 feet (requested). SUMMARY: rebuild a detached garage ISSUES: mature trees; existing garage in same location …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM04 DATE: Monday July 13, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0027 ___-____Thomas Ates (D1) OUT ___Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ___-____Jessica Cohen (D3) OUT ___Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) ___Y____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) ___Y____Sameer S Birring (D7) ___-____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) OUT ___Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ___-____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) OUT ___Y____Jeffery L Bowen (M) ___Y____Corry L Archer-MccClellan (Alternate) (M) ___Y____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ___-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Jacob Rogers OWNER: Paul & Heather Fink ADDRESS: 6302 SHADOW VALLEY DR VARIANCE REQUESTED: The property contains an existing residential swimming pool and decking that have served the site for many years. The pool and deck are deteriorated, leaking, and failing. Strict application of the current impervious cover regulations would prevent replacement of this established improvement. The requested variance allows continued reasonable residential use without increasing the property's development intensity. The project does not add impervious cover. The property currently contains approximately 7,280 square feet of impervious cover, and the replacement pool and decking will remain within the existing footprint. BOARD’S DECISION: Board Member Melissa Hawthorne’s motion to postpone to August 10, 2026, due to lack of quorum for voting purposes (only 9 board members), Board member Haseeb Abdullah second on 9-0 votes; POSTPONED TO AUGUST 10, 2026. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: ITEM04/1 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 Jeffery Bowen Chairman forITEM04/2 BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2026-0027 BOA DATE: Monday, July 13th, 2026 ADDRESS: 6302 Shadow Valley Dr COUNCIL DISTRICT: 10 OWNER: Paul & Heather Fink AGENT: Denali Pools -Jacob Rogers ZONING: SF-3 LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 28 HIGHLAND HILLS SEC 9 PHS 2 VARIANCE REQUEST: LDC, Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from impervious coverage requirements to increase I.C. from 45% & 6,008 square feet (maximum allowed) to 54.5% & 7,280 square feet (requested) SUMMARY: remodel/addition of a pool and deck ISSUES: topography, protected trees, & utility easements ZONING LAND …
BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2026-0029 BOA DATE: Monday, August 10th, 2026 ADDRESS: 3011 Westlake Dr OWNER: Agustin Gonzalez COUNCIL DISTRICT: 8 AGENT: Jon Fichter – Aqua Permits ZONING: LA LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 71 PLUS ADJ PT LAKE SHORE ADDN VARIANCE REQUEST: Land Development Code, Section 25-2-1176 (Site Development Regulations for Docks, Marinas, and Other Lakefront Uses) (A) (1) to increase the dock length from 30 feet (required) to fifty feet (50’) (requested). SUMMARY: erect a Boat Dock ISSUES: shallow ZONING LAND USES LA Site North LA South LA LA East LA West Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Lake Austin Single-Family NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Neighborhoods Council City of Rollingwood Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Preservation Austin Save Our Springs Alliance The Island on Westlake Owners Association ITEM05/1 July 23, 2026 Stephen Hawkins 3011 Westlake Dr Austin TX, 78746 Property Description: LOT 71 PLUS ADJ PT LAKE SHORE ADDN Re: C15-2026-0029 Dear Stephen, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance(s) from LDC, Section 25-2-1175 at 3011 Westlake Dr. Austin Energy does not oppose the request, provided that any proposed or existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s Clearance & Safety Criteria, the National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA requirements. All signage will need to stay out of Austin Energy easements and 5’ from existing underground electric lines. Any removal or relocation of existing facilities will be at the owner’s/applicant’s expense. Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements, which are additional conditions of the above review action: https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/utilities_criteria_manual?nodeId=S1AUENDECR_1 .10.0CLSARE If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Ashleigh Woolf, Austin Energy Public Involvement | Real Estate Services 4815 Mueller Blvd Austin, Texas 78723 (512) 972-8400 ITEM05/2 ITEM05/3 ITEM05/4 ITEM05/5 ITEM05/6 July 22nd, 2026 Board of Adjustment P.O. Box 1088 Austin, TX 78767 Re: Variance for 3011 Westlake Drive from LDC 25-2-1176(A)(1) to allow for extending of a boat dock greater than 30’ from shoreline. Dear Board Members, This letter provides clarification concerning case C15-2026-0029, which relates to site plan SP-2025-0386D. The plan proposes replacing an existing boat dock with a new boat dock that will comply with current code. The variance request is to construct a boat dock at a distance greater than 30 feet from the shoreline, a measure deemed necessary …
BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2026-0031 BOA DATE: Monday, August 10th, 2026 ADDRESS: 507 Elmwood Pl OWNER: Cater Joseph COUNCIL DISTRICT: 9 AGENT: Michael R McHone ZONING: MF-4-NP (Hancock) LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 53 OLT 1 DIV X COLLEGE COURT + 1/2 DRIVEWAY RESERVE VARIANCE REQUEST: Land Development Code, Section 25-2-492 Site Development Regulations) (D) from lot size requirements to decrease minimum lot size from 8,000 square feet (required) to 6,804 square feet (requested). SUMMARY: erect two duplexes ISSUES: change in zoning regulations from 1911 developed as compliant “B” zoned property & 1984 requirement of an MF-4 lot to be minimum of 8,000 sq. ft. and at least 4 units. ZONING LAND USES Site MF-4-NP North MF-4-NP South MF-4-NP East MF-4-NP West MF-4-NP Multi-Family Multi-Family Multi-Family Multi-Family Multi-Family NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Neighborhoods Council CANPAC (Central Austin Neigh Plan Area Committee) Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Homeless Neighborhood Association Preservation Austin University Area Partners ITEM06/1 July 24, 2026 Mike Mchone 507 Elmwood Pl Austin TX, 78705 Property Description: LOT 53 OLT 1 DIV X COLLEGE COURT + 1/2 DRIVEWAY RESERVE Re: C15-2026-0031 Dear Mike, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance request from LDC Section 25-2-492 at 507 ELMWOOD PLACE. Austin Energy does not oppose the request, provided that any proposed or existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s Clearance & Safety Criteria, the National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA requirements. All signage will need to stay out of Austin Energy easements and 5’ from existing underground electric lines. Any removal or relocation of existing facilities will be at the owner’s/applicant’s expense. Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements which are additional conditions of the above review action: https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/utilities_criteria_manual?nodeId=S1AUENDECR_1 .10.0CLSARE If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Ashley Robinson, Planner III Austin Energy Public Involvement | Real Estate Services 2500 Montopolis Drive Austin, TX 78741 (512) 322-6050 ITEM06/2 ITEM06/3 Portion of the City of Austin Land Development Code applicant is seeking a variance from: LDC 25-2-492 Site Development Regulations MF -4 Minimum Lot size 8,000 Sq ft. Lot platted in 1911 and zoned B multifamily size by TCAD 6804 + 1/2 Driveway Reserve (270 sq ft) requested variance is for existing land area to be legally developed Section 2:_ …
BOA Monthly Report July 2026-June 2027 July 13, 2026 Granted 1 1. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from impervious coverage requirements to increase I.C. Postponed 3 (due to only 9 board members present-voting purposes) 1. 25-2-515 (Rear Yard of a Through Lot) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback 2. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from impervious coverage requirements to increase I.C. 3. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) (D) from setback requirements for a street side setback Withdrawn Denied 0 0 Discussion Items 5 JUL 2026 Interpretations JUL 2026 BAAP 0 new inquiries 0 (Added JUL13# 2026) The deposition of the case items: Granted Postponed Withdrawn Denied Discussion Items 1 3 0 0 5 Board members absent: Tommy Ates, Jessica Cohen (resigned), Maggie Shahrestani, Michael Von Ohlen (1 vacant alternate position)
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MONDAY, August 10, 2026 AT 5:30 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, ROOM 1001 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT 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, contact Elaine Ramirez at 512-974-2202 or email elaine.ramirez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: ___Jeffery Bowen (Chair) ___Margaret Shahrestani (Vice-Chair) ___Haseeb Abdullah ___Thomas Ates ___Sameer S Birring ___ Jessica Cohen ___ Melissa Hawthorne ___Yung-ju Kim ___Bianca A Medina-Leal ___Brian Poteet ___Michael Von Ohlen ___Corry L Archer-McClellan (Alternate) ___Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 4 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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Board of Adjustment Regular meeting on July 13, 2026 On-Line Link: ITEM01 July 13, 2026 draft minutes PUBLIC HEARINGS Discussion and action on the following cases Previous Postponed cases: 2. C15-2026-0021 George Siddall 2101 Arpdale Street On-Line Link: ITEM02 ADV PACKET; PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2- 492 (Site Development Regulations) (D) from setback requirements for a street side setback of 15 feet (required) to 0 feet (requested) in order to maintain a Carport in a “SF-3”, Single- Family zoning district 3. C15-2026-0023 Samantha Riddell for John L Lohr 2205 Quarry Road On-Line Link: ITEM03 ADV PACKET; PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-515 (Rear Yard of a Through Lot) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback (adjacent to W 12th St) from 25 feet (required) to 20 feet (requested) in order to rebuild a detached garage in an “SF-3-NP”, Single-Family Residence-Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (West Austin Neighborhood Group) Note: Per LDC 25-2-515 Rear Yard of Through Lot for a Through Lot, a rear yard must comply with the minimum requirements applicable to …
C15-2026-0021 / 2101 Arpdale St George Siddall additional presentation for August 10, 2026, BOA Meeting ITEM02/1-PRESENTATION The house was built in 1950 on an unusually narrow corner lot (about 57 feet wide where most lots are more than 60 feet), which restricts the buildable area. The house was set back only 12 feet from the side street rather than the current requirement of 15 feet, and there is no other location for a driveway. The layout has minimal impervious cover and maximizes space for trees and gardening. Vehicles in the short drive are damaged by sun and acidic discharge and shedding of limbs from the large protected pecan tree next to the drive. The awning provides protection from sun damage, hail damage or other related weather damage, and keeps the acidic droppings from the pecan tree off vehicles as demonstrated in the image below. The area of the driveway stained by the pecan tree is on the left. ITEM02/2-PRESENTATION 2101 Arpdale, view of driveway on Ann Arbor Most properties in the area are wider and require only a 5-foot side setback, allowing covered parking or awnings at least 12 feet deep alongside the house. Examples are shown in the photos beginning on page 4. In storms in May and June this year, broken tree limbs fell on at least ten properties within a block of 2101 Arpdale. Most of those properties have covered parking 5 feet or less from the side boundary, protecting vehicles from damage. In the case of 2101 Arpdale, strict adherence to the additional side setback denies the owner the reasonable protection of driveway parking that is otherwise code compliant and available to other properties in the area. The presentation submitted at the Board’s hearing on June 8, 2026, and the letter from the Zilker Neighborhood Association contain more information regarding possible code changes that could be relevant to this case. ITEM02/3-PRESENTATION Variance case C15-2026-0021, examples of covered parking near 2101 Arpdale ITEM02/4-PRESENTATION ITEM02/5-PRESENTATION ITEM02/6-PRESENTATION ITEM02/7-PRESENTATION
DENALI POOLS Board of Adjustment Variance Request 6302 Shadow Valley Drive August 10th, 2026 Jacob Rogers, Agent for Denali Pools On behalf of Paul & Heather Fink ITEM04/1-PRESENTATION The Property Lot 28, Highland Hills Section 9, Phase 2 | Zoning: SF-3 Address 6302 Shadow Valley Drive, Austin, TX 78731 Lot Size 13,353 SF Original Pool Built 1976 — predates current Land Development Code Impervious Cover Limit 45% (6,008 SF) under SF-3 zoning Site survey — Hodgkiss Surveying, 11/24/2020 ITEM04/2-PRESENTATION The Pool Is Failing Original 1976 structure — cracked shell, can no longer hold water Structural cracking throughout the pool shell Heaving and separation at the deck joints Chronic water loss — cannot be repaired further Deteriorating stone retaining wall and surrounding hardscape A 50-year-old structure at the end of its serviceable life. ITEM04/3-PRESENTATION Deterioration in Detail Current condition of the pool and deck Algae accumulation, organic debris, and visible wear on the coping and decking are consistent with a shell that has been slowly failing for years and can no longer maintain proper water chemistry. ITEM04/4-PRESENTATION Mature Protected Trees Constrain the Lot Three large Live Oaks limit where a pool can be built Tree #1 — 42.5" Live Oak Tree #2 — 35" Live Oak Tree #6 — 32" Live Oak These are large, established trees — decades old and protected under the City's tree ordinance. Their critical root zones (shown in green) surround the existing pool on three sides, leaving no reasonable alternate location on the lot. ITEM04/5-PRESENTATION Why the Existing Footprint Is the Only Option Two site-specific factors leave no alternative to rebuilding where the pool already sits: 1. Mature protected trees Three large Live Oaks and their root zones occupy most of the remaining usable yard, ruling out relocating the pool elsewhere on the lot. 2. Steep topography The survey shows significant grade change across the lot; the existing pool sits on the one graded, buildable area. Together, these constraints mean the only realistic path forward is to demolish and rebuild in the exact same footprint. ITEM04/6-PRESENTATION What We're Proposing Demolish the failing 1976 pool and rebuild in the exact same footprint. No expansion of the pool or decking No new impervious surface — zero net change in coverage Same location as the pool that has existed since 1976 Modern, code-compliant pool with required safety barriers Pool equipment relocated into the existing garage ITEM04/7-PRESENTATION Impervious Coverage Analysis …
BOA Variance Presentation 3011 Westlake Drive Boat Dock Property Address 3011 Westlake Drive Austin, TX 78746 Case Information Case No: C1520260029 Site Plan: SP20250368D Presenter Jon Fichter Aqua Permits ITEM05/1-PRESENTATION Property Overview 1750 Channel Road This GIS aerial view establishes the property lines, tract boundaries, and neighboring shoreline context for the variance request. ITEM05/2-PRESENTATION Variance Request Details Seeking Variance From To Allow For LDC 2521176A1 Proposed New Boat Dock "A dock may extend up to 30 feet from the shoreline [into the lake], except that the director may require a dock to extend a lesser or greater distance from the shoreline if deemed necessary to ensure navigation safety." The permitting and construction of a NEW boat dock extending 50ʼ0ˮ from the shoreline into the lake to ensure safety and navigability. ITEM05/3-PRESENTATION Property GIS Aerials 3011 Westlake Drive ITEM05/4-PRESENTATION Property Site Overview 3011 Westlake Drive Existing Dock & Site Status 84ʼ 4ˮ Existing) ➔ 50ʼ 0ˮ Proposed) REDUCED BY 34ʼ 4ˮ 40% SHORTER ● ● ● ● GIS Aerial View: Shown here is the site as seen today in an image taken from City of Austin GIS. Dock History: Constructed in the 1970s and is a grandfathered structure. Shoreline Reach: The existing boat dock extends 84ʼ 4ˮ from the shoreline. Planned Upgrade: Being replaced with a safer, code-compliant new dock. ITEM05/5-PRESENTATION Neighboring Docks Context 3011 Westlake Drive Depth & Setback Analysis Shallow Shoreline Constraints ●Neighboring Context: The image displays existing docks to the east and west of 3011 Westlake Dr. ●Extension Greater Than 30ʼ: Docks in this area extend greater than 30ʼ from the shoreline to reach navigable water. ●Navigation Depth: Modern vessels require ≥ 4 ft. of draft; water is too shallow inside the standard 30ʼ setback. ITEM05/6-PRESENTATION ●Code Restriction: LDC 2521176A6) limits boat docks to 30ʼ from the shoreline, which is highly insufficient for safe navigation. ●Shallow Conditions: Due to natural shallow lake conditions, the dock must extend further out to guarantee safe vessel draft. ●25 Cubic Yd Dredge: Local code limits dredging to 25 cubic yards. The required depth cannot be achieved by dredging without far exceeding the allotted amount. ITEM05/7-PRESENTATION Proposed Site Plan & Variance 3011 Westlake Drive Proposed Dock & Variance ● ● ● ● 50ʼ0ˮ Slip Length: Proposed site plan SP20250368D, currently in review) features a new boat dock extending 50ʼ0ˮ from the shoreline. Functionality: This new dock is designed to remain fully functional for …
Case Number: C15-2026-0031 Board of Adjustment 8/10/2026 Richard & David Crowley 10705 Fountainbleu Circle Austin, TX 78750 Property owners of 604 Elmwood (Elmwood Park Place LLC) Daytime phone: Comments: I object to this adjustment on the following grounds • parking for 4 vehicles should be included on any site plan that includes a variance/adjustment • Street parking should not be further exasperated by increasing density of this property • Trash receptacle storage on site should also be required. Trash bins are often left permanently on the street due to lack of provision on property. ITEM06/1
- REGULAR MEETING OF THE AUSTIN-TRAVIS COUNTY FOOD POLICY BOARD MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2026, AT 5:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1406 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE, AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Austin-Travis County Food Policy Board 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 Amanda Rohlich, (512) 974-1364, Amanda.Rohlich@austintexas.gov. CURRENT AUSTIN-TRAVIS COUNTY FOOD POLICY BOARD MEMBERS: Lisa Barden, Chair Andrea Abel Marissa Bell, Vice- Chair Beth Corbett Nitza Cuevas Kacey Hanson Seanna Marceaux Melody McClary Natalie Poulos AGENDA CALL TO ORDER Board Member roll call and introduction of new and existing board members. 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 Austin-Travis County Food Policy Board Special Called Meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Austin-Travis County Food Plan Implementation. Presentation by Edwin Marty, Food Policy Manager, Austin Climate Action & Resilience and Yaira Robinson, Assistant Director of Environmental Programs, Travis County. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. 5. 6. Discussion regarding City Manager’s proposed social service contract spending cuts and proposed amendments to the budget. Presentation and discussion regarding the working group to expand access to nutritious foods through improvement to existing materials and resources and explore alternate or expanded hours for existing resources. Presentation and discussion regarding the working group to participate in the USDA Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) application for funding for conservation easements as a regional partnership. Review Board Member Assignments. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 7. Discuss and take possible action on electing a Vice Chair for the Austin Travis County Food Policy Board. 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 …
Austin-Travis County Food Plan ATCFPB August 2026 – Staff Update City of Austin Food Plan Updates City Staff Updates ● City staff sent City Council a Food Plan Update Memo on May 5th 2026 ● City staff have completed the annual update of the Food Plan Dashboard - 80% of Strategies are being implemented! ● Funding from the MUFPP Award will be released via a RFA in fall 2026 ● ACAR is hiring! ○ Evaluating candidates City Staff Updates Implementation Collab ● First Collaborative Meeting in June ○ About 100 attendees. ● Next Quarterly meeting being planned for September ● Food Summit planned for spring 2027 ● Working Group meetings ○ Charter Development WG ● St David’s Foundation grant ○ The Collaborative was asked to submit a full proposal ○ Small group meeting to assist in developing proposal ○ Due on July 23rd 2026 City of Austin 2026 Budget Next Steps ● City Manager’s budget published on July 10th ● City Manager will presents his budget to Council on July 16th ● Council votes on the budget on August 12th City of Austin 2026 Bond - Next Steps ● Council asked staff to continue developed the ‘Alternative Scenario’; for a 2026 Bond. ● August 27th, 2026: City Council Meeting – consideration of an ordinance to call for a bond election and set ballot language ● November 3, 2026: Bond election Travis County Food Plan Updates County Appointments to the FPB Travis County Commissioners Court approved two new appointments to the Austin-Travis County Food Policy Board on Tuesday, August 4th. All County slots now full! ● Judge Brown: Amanda Wadsworth (for Hilda Gutierrez’ old seat) ● Commissioner Morales: Alexandra “Lexie” Lewis (for Andy Smith’s old seat) County Budget Process Update, FY27 ● Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Development & Tax Rate Information landing page ○ Preliminary budget was released on July 28, 2026 ○ Revenue estimate not as dire as originally forecast ● Next steps: ○ August 11th: Compensation decisions before Commissioners Court ○ August 12th & 13th: Budget Hearings ○ Sept. 9-11: Budget Mark-Up ○ September 15th: Tax Rate Adopted ○ September 29th: FY27 Budget Adopted Thank You! www.austintexas.gov/food /austinsustainability
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, ROOM 1101 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Animal Advisory 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, contact Nekaybaw Watson at nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2562. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Jules Maron, Chair, D3 Jo Anne Norton, Vice Chair, D7 Jennifer Daniel, Parliamentarian, D6 Koby Ahmed, Mayor Beatriz Dulzaides, D2 Erin Ferguson, D8 Whitney Holt, D5 Sarah Huddleston, D9 David Loignon, D10 Nancy Nemer, Travis County Dr. Paige Nilson, D4 Erin Van Landingham, D1 CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA 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 Animal Advisory Commission Regular meeting on July 13, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding monthly reports and budget breakdown. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services and Jason Garza, Assistant Director, Austin Animal Services. Staff briefing regarding Dangerous and Vicious Dog classification, declaration, and processing out of shelters. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services and Rebekha Montie, Program Manager II, Austin Animal Services. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Quarterly report from Austin Pets Alive! Presentation by Mara Hartsell, Quality of Care Director, Austin Pets Alive! and Rory Adams, Director of Strategic Customer Service, Austin Pets Alive! Discussion regarding the Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) Intake Testing Policy for cats Austin Animal Services memo. 5. WORKING GROUP RECOMMENDATIONS 6. Final update from the off-leash dog working group regarding their recommendations for commissioners. DICUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 7. 8. Creation of a working group exploring compliance with the Texas Health and Safety Chapter 8-23. Creation of a working group to study the emergency intake procedures at Austin Animal Services. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and …
ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES JULY 13, 2026 The Animal Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Maron called the Animal Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 6:00 pm. Commissioners in Attendance: Jules Maron, Chair, D3 Jennifer Daniel, Parliamentarian, D6 Beatriz Dulzaides, D2 Erin Ferguson, D8 Whitney Holt, D5 David Loignon, D10 Erin Van Landingham, D1 Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Jo Anne Norton, Vice Chair, D7 Sarah Huddleston, D9 Nancy Nemer, Travis County Commissioners Absent: Koby Ahmed, Mayor Dr. Paige Nilson, D4 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Inessa Haas – Concerns regarding Austin Pets Alive! dog training Sandra Muller – Transparency and SOPs Robyn Katz – State of Animals in Texas Rochelle Vickery – Spay and Neuter Annaliese Gill – Austin Pets Alive! Play Group Safety Pat Valls Trelles – Spay and Neuter 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Animal Advisory Commission Regular Meeting on June 8, 2026. The minutes of the June 8th regular meeting of the Animal Advisory Commission as were approved during the July 13th meeting on Commissioner Dulzaides’ motion, Commissioner Loignon’s second on a 10-0 vote. Commissioners Ahmed and Nilson were absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding monthly reports. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Presentation given by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Staff briefing regarding the microchip/vaccine clinic, July4th runaway pet numbers and 311 policies regarding deceased animals. Presentation by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Presentation given by Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Presentation regarding Petco Love Platform and the exploration of pet reunification platforms. Presentation by Misty Valenta, Animal Services Director, Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter and Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Presentation given by Misty Valenta, Animal Services Director, Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter and Monica Dangler, Director, Austin Animal Services. Discussion and presentation regarding New World Screwworm Crisis. Presentation by Dr. Debbie Elliot, Program manager, Veterinary Services. Presentation given by Dr. Debbie Elliot, Program Manager, Veterinary Services. Discussion clarifying previous statement in bylaws regarding No Kill Committee. Discussed. Discuss the Annual Internal Review Report for Animal Advisory Commission. Discussed. Change in Chair for No Kill Committee. Chair Maron named Commissioner Nemer as the Chair of the No Kill Committee. Current committee membership is …
Animal Services Office Statistical Report – July2024-2026 July 2026 Intake July2025 Intake July2024 Intake July 2026 Adoption July2025 Adoptions July2024 Adoptions July 2026 RTOs July2025 RTOs July2024 RTOs July 2026 Animal Euthanized July2025 Animals Euthanized July2024 Animals Euthanized July 2026 Live Release Rate July2025 Total Live Release Rate July2024 Total Live Release Rate July 2026 Vaccinations – 2718 vaccinations were provided to animals in care of Austin Animal Services. July2025 Vaccinations - 2404 vaccinations were provided to animals in care of Austin Animal Services. July2024 Animal Vaccinations July 2026 – Spay/Neuter at AAC July2025 Spayed/Neuter at AAC July2024 Spayed/Neutered at AAC July 2026 Deaths in Care \ July2025 Animal Deaths at AAC/Foster July2024 Animal Deaths at AAC/Foster July 2026 Animals Transferred (includes 30 cats that went through SNR) July2025 Animals Transferred (includes 50 cats that went through SNR : July2024 Animals Transferred July 2026 Animals Lost, Stolen or Missing July2025 Animal Lost, Stolen or Missing July2024 Animals Lost, Stolen or Missing July 2026 SNR Program – As noted above, 30 cats went through SNR July2025 SNR Program – As noted above, 50 cats went through SNR July2024 SNR Program July 2026 Intact Animals Adopted/RTO July2025 Intact Animals Adopted/RTO July2024 Intact Animals Adopted/RTO
Updates, Reports and Briefings Updates, Reports and Briefings Austin Animal Services | August 10, 2026 Spay/Neuter Numbers from Contracts Information from FY2025 and FY2026 Monica Dangler, Director Goal for FY26 7,800 Total (as of June 2026) 8,230 Total cost* $1,297,383 On average, at least 667 surgeries are performed by Animal Services contracted vendors each month. Animal Services will likely see (at least) another 1,800 surgeries this fiscal year. *Total for Emancipet includes preventative services. 3 Monthly Reporting July 2026 Jason Garza, Assistant Director 1100 animals were impounded this month. Animals Impounded A breakdown of impounded animals by species and/or age. 1102 5-year average Puppies 72 Cats 248 Wildlife 58 Critters 16 Kittens 416 Dogs 290 July Intake Over Time This chart shows the number of animals impounded this month, ranked by fiscal year. 1134 933 6 2 Y F 5 2 Y F 4 2 Y F 5 More animals left the shelter than entered it this July! Intake 1042 domestic animals Outcomes 1054 domestic animals Intake Trends Animal Protection Officers brought in more dogs (140) than any other species in July. The next highest are kittens (53). The public brought in more stray kittens (177) than any other species this month. This will likely slow down as kitten season comes to a close. Intake Sources A breakdown of the sources for intake. Born in Care 1 Wildlife Abandoned 4 5 Emergency Clinic 12 APD | TCSO Returned to Shelter 25 28 Owner Surrender 111 Community Cat APO Impound Stray from Public 294 311 312 6 July 2026 had a live-release rate of 96.53 percent. Live Outcomes by Animal Type This chart shows how many of each animal type had a positive or live outcome during June. Breakdown per Outcome Type This chart shows the breakdown of each kind of live outcome by the number of animals with that live outcome. Each bar is equal to 100% of the outcome category. Puppies 62 Cats 264 Critters 18 Kittens 419 Dogs 291 Critters 14 Critters 2 Cats 5 Critters 2 Kittens 158 Kittens 261 Puppies 41 Cats 125 Dogs 164 Dogs 57 Cats 54 Puppies 21 Cats 80 Dogs 70 Adopted Returned to Owner Returned to Habitat Rescue Transfer 7 601 animals were adopted this month. Adoptions by Type (Age, Breed) This chart shows the total number of adoptions per animal type. Critters 14 Puppies 46 Cats 120 Dogs 155 Kittens …
City Of Austin Free Day Program Metrics Power BI Desktop Invoice Period: June 2026 Number and % of Clients by Service Type Spay/Neuter Patients by Species and Size All Billed Services Overflow S/N Free Day Species + Surgery Type Overflow Free Day All Clients Clients % of Clients S/N Clients % of Clients HPS Clients % of Clients Canine 377 207 555 167 104 264 44.3% 50.2% 47.6% 44 47 89 11.7% 22.7% 16.0% 187 65 233 49.6% 31.4% 42.0% Number and % of Patients by Service Type All Billed Services Overflow S/N Free Day All Patients Patients % of Patients S/N Patients % of Patients HPS Patients % of Patients 587 337 924 199 156 355 33.9% 46.3% 38.4% 56 87 143 9.5% 25.8% 15.5% 343 100 443 58.4% 29.7% 47.9% Number and % of Dollars Billed by Service Type All Billed Services Overflow S/N Free Day Canine Neuter (Over 40 lbs) Canine Neuter (Under 40 lbs) Canine Spay (Over 40 lbs) Canine Spay (Under 40 lbs) Feline Feline Neuter (All Sizes) Feline Spay (All Sizes) Total 155 19 45 26 65 148 61 87 303 56 6 19 10 21 86 41 45 142 Wait Times for Overflow Patients by Species and Size (Patients Served) % of Overflow Vouchers Matched 56.5% Species Canine Over 40 lbs Under 40 lbs Feline All Sizes Total Median Wait (Days) Avg Wait (Days) Max Wait (Days) 14.0 10.0 16.0 7.0 7.0 9.0 27.5 35.1 24.0 17.3 17.3 22.0 249.0 249.0 130.0 206.0 206.0 249.0 Percentage of Total Billed $s By Type All Billed Billed % of All S/N Billed % of All HPS Billed % of All SN $58,739 (76%) $45,365.00 $23,870.00 52.6% $8,676.00 $32,115.00 $17,540.00 54.6% $10,603.00 19.1% 33.0% $12,819.00 $3,972.00 $77,480.00 $41,410.00 53.4% $19,279.00 24.9% $16,791.00 28.3% 12.4% 21.7% HPSPv $18,741 (24%) Species Canine Feline Total Species Canine Feline Total Species Canine Feline Total Invoice Period: June 2026 Map of Billed Clients by District/County (%) % Clients 0.157 - 0.423 0.09 - 0.157 0.025 - 0.09 0.02 - 0.025 0.016 - 0.02 Other City Of Austin Free Day Program Metrics Power BI Desktop Clients By Service Area All Clients % 9.0% 50 15.7% 87 7.7% 43 8.8% 49 6.5% 36 1.6% 9 2.5% 14 1.8% 10 2.0% 11 2.0% 11 235 42.3% 555 100.0% Service Area District 1 District 2 District 3 District …
Updates, Reports and Briefings Updates, Reports and Briefings Austin Animal Services | August 10, 2026 Spay/Neuter Numbers from Contracts Information from FY2025 and FY2026 Monica Dangler, Director Goal for FY26 7,800 Total (as of June 2026) 8,230 Total cost* $1,297,383 On average, at least 913 surgeries are performed by Animal Services contracted vendors each month. Animal Services will likely see (at least) another 2,700 surgeries this fiscal year. *Total for Emancipet includes preventative services. 3 Monthly Reporting July 2026 Jason Garza, Assistant Director 1100 animals were impounded this month. Animals Impounded A breakdown of impounded animals by species and/or age. 1102 5-year average Puppies 72 Cats 248 Wildlife 58 Critters 16 Kittens 416 Dogs 290 July Intake Over Time This chart shows the number of animals impounded this month, ranked by fiscal year. 1134 933 6 2 Y F 5 2 Y F 4 2 Y F 5 More animals left the shelter than entered it this July! Intake 1042 domestic animals Outcomes 1054 domestic animals Intake Trends Animal Protection Officers brought in more dogs (140) than any other species in July. The next highest are kittens (53). The public brought in more stray kittens (177) than any other species this month. This will likely slow down as kitten season comes to a close. Intake Sources A breakdown of the sources for intake. Born in Care 1 Wildlife Abandoned 4 5 Emergency Clinic 12 APD | TCSO Returned to Shelter 25 28 Owner Surrender 111 Community Cat APO Impound Stray from Public 294 311 312 6 July 2026 had a live-release rate of 96.53 percent. Live Outcomes by Animal Type This chart shows how many of each animal type had a positive or live outcome during June. Breakdown per Outcome Type This chart shows the breakdown of each kind of live outcome by the number of animals with that live outcome. Each bar is equal to 100% of the outcome category. Puppies 62 Cats 264 Critters 18 Kittens 419 Dogs 291 Critters 14 Critters 2 Cats 5 Critters 2 Kittens 158 Kittens 261 Puppies 41 Cats 125 Dogs 164 Dogs 57 Cats 54 Puppies 21 Cats 80 Dogs 70 Adopted Returned to Owner Returned to Habitat Rescue Transfer 7 601 animals were adopted this month. Adoptions by Type (Age, Breed) This chart shows the total number of adoptions per animal type. Critters 14 Puppies 46 Cats 120 Dogs 155 Kittens …
Off-Leash Dogs Working Group August 2026 Jo Anne Norton, Whitney Holt Issues Considered by the Working Group • Misinformation about existing laws, especially on social media platforms • New Austinites may not know about existing laws • Off-leash dogs on parkland that is on-leash only – people cannot safely enjoy City parkland • Off-leash dogs in neighborhoods (owned dogs) – people cannot safely walk in their neighborhood • Options for people to report issues • Continued education and data monitoring People Concerns Gathered from NextDoor, emails, conversations about off-leash dogs in on-leash areas and neighborhoods • Chase bikes potentially causing accidents • Run up to strollers or people with walking aids • Poop not scooped because owners are on their phones or talking to others • Not enough tickets written for violations • Dogs run up to random adults and children • Dog owners are not trained to break up dog fights Current Laws - Austin City Code Title 3 • Keep dogs on a leash and under control in all areas that are not designated as “off-leash” • Pick up and sanitarily dispose of pet waste left on public or private property • Provide adequate shelter • Ensure pets have current rabies vaccinations • Confine pets transported in unenclosed vehicles in a manner that prevents the animal from falling or jumping from the vehicle or being injured • DO NOT leave a pet alone on a chain or tether • It’s unlawful to sell a puppy or kitten that is not spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped Enforcement Affected by Staffing - PARD • 21 Park Rangers (Full time) • 11 Seasonal Rangers (part time) • 4 Cadet interns (PT) • 7 days a week - Service 330 City Parks - 19,000 acres of parkland • Handle a multitude of parkland related issues • Cannot write tickets for off-leash dog violations PARD Improvements Since 2022 • More signage in parks, such as Auditorium Shores • Large signs in parks, such as South Austin Rec Center • Mueller POA – Signs around the lake most likely put up by people and taken down by – PARD owns greenways around the perimeter and installed on-leash signs in each park • Seasonal rangers and cadets • Clear, informative website PARD Improvements Since 2022, continued Dog Off Leash Area Pilot Programs The Pilot DOLAs aim to provide space for dog owners to take their pets …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, 2026, AT 10:00 A.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM #1401/1402 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Early Childhood Council 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 Caitlin Oliver-McLaughlin, 512- 972-6205, Caitlin.Oliver@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Choquette Peterson, Chair Delphi Alvizo Yvette Cárdenas Chloe Latham-Sikes Craig McNary Alice Navarro Eliza Sears AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Brooke Freeland, Vice Chair Christy Beauchemin Barbara Grant Boneta Andrea McIllwain Brianna Menard Hilda Rivas 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 Early Childhood Council Regular Meeting on June 10, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. Presentation by Child Inc regarding Early Head Start and Head Start enrollment and locations. Presentation by Angela Lampkin, Executive Director at Child Inc. Austin ISD Pre-K and Head Start updates from Yvette Cárdenas, AISD Executive Director of Academic Programs. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Update regarding September 24, 2026, City of Austin proclamation honoring Cathy McHorse, former chair of the Early Childhood Council. Discussion regarding Early Childhood Council membership and ideas for making meetings more accessible and welcoming for community members. Update regarding the proposed fiscal year 2027 budget and early childhood social service contracts. Discuss Early Childhood Council member attendance at the Generation ATX event “Growing Up Austin” on August 20, 2026. Raising Travis County implementation updates from Hilda Rivas, Travis County Health & Human Services Research & Planning Division Senior Planner. Updates from the June and July Joint Inclusion Committee (JIC) meetings. STAFF BRIEFINGS 10. 11. Briefing from Austin Public Health about the National League of Cities Prenatal-to-Three Impact Lab; the Austin-Travis County Family Child Care Educator Network; and the National Breastfeeding Month city proclamation on August 27, 2026. Briefing by Caitlin Oliver- McLaughlin, Austin Public Health. Briefing about updates from related local early childhood groups such as Austin Chapter of …
