REGULAR MEETING of the COLLEGE STUDENT COMMISSION September 12, 2025, AT 3:00 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, Board and Commission Room 1101 301 W 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701 Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once, either in-person or remotely, and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register please contact Dr. Chiquita Eugene by email at chiquita.eugene@austintexas.gov or by phone at 512- 972-5003. Some members of the commission may be participating by videoconference. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Elisha Mac Gregor, Austin Community College Andrew Lyon, Austin Community College Aidyn Ogle, Concordia University Lorian Lopez, Concordia University Carson Domey, University of Texas at Austin Aidan Cournoyer, University of Texas at Austin Caleb Brizuela, Huston-Tillotson University Dominic Polidor, Huston-Tillotson University Caroline Schilling, St. Edward’s University 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 College Student Commission Regular Meeting from April 25, 2025. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 1. 2. Introduction of new commissioners. Update on the status of recommendations 20250425-005 and 20250425-006. 3. 4. Discussion of current working groups and assignment of new commissioners to working groups. Discussion of the creation of a housing working group. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 5. 6. Update from TRANSPORTATION working group on their priorities. Update from MENTAL HEALTH working group on their priorities. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Dr. Chiquita Eugene at the Youth Initiatives Office, at (512-972-5003), for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the College Student Commission, please contact Dr. Chiquita Eugene at (512-972-5003).
College Student Commission Meeting Minutes 25, April, 2025 COLLEGE STUDENT COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES 25, APRIL, 2025 The College Student Commission convened in a regular meeting on 4, April 2025 at 301 W 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701 in Austin, Texas. Chair Charlie Mossberger called the College Student Commission Meeting to order at 3:30 p.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Charlie Mossberger, Halle Kocian, Andrew Lyon, Elisha McGreggor Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Caleb Brizuela, Jacob Hamerslough, Mariama Mbacke, Mariana Ponce PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. The motion to approve the minutes of the College Student Commission Regular Meeting on April 4th, 2025, was approved on Jacob Hamerslough’s motion, Andrew Lyon’s second on an 8-0 vote. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. None DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. None PUBLIC HEARINGS None 4. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Presentation by NAME, TITLE, 3-1-1, presented on how to submit service requests, code violations and other non-emergency issues through 3-1-1. Andrew Lyon was elected chair on an 8-0 vote. Caleb Brizuela was elected vice chair on an 8-0 vote. 6. 7. 1 College Student Commission Meeting Minutes 25, April, 2025 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. The motion to update the College Student Commission Bylaws from a monthly meeting requirement to 4 meetings a year was approved on Andrew Lyon’s motion, Jacob Hamerslough’s second on an 8-0 vote. The motion to amend Recommendation 20250425-005: Renewing College Food Insecurity Grant Program was approved on Jacob Hamerslough’s motion, Andrew Lyon’s second on an 8-0 vote. The motion to approve Recommendation 20250425-005: Renewing College Food Insecurity Grant Program was approved on Jacob Hamerslough’s motion, Aidyn Ogden’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Carson Domey, Dominic Polidor, and Prisca Dhital were absent. The motion to amend Recommendation 20250425-006: Designating Austin’s Public Libraries as “Book Sanctuaries” was approved on Jacob Hamerslough’s motion, Aidyn Ogden’s second on an 8-0 vote. The motion to approve Recommendation 20250425-006: Designating Austin’s Public Libraries as “Book Sanctuaries” was approved on Jacob Hamerslough’s motion, Mariama Mbkacke’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Carson Domey, Dominic Polidor, and Prisca Dhital were absent. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES 13. Update from TRANSPORTATION WORKING GROUP: The Transportation Working Group had no update. Update was given by Jacob Hamerslough. 14. Update from MENTAL HEALTH WORKING GROUP. The Mental Health Working Group is interested in having more commissioners be a part of the working group. Update was given by Charlie Hamerslough. WORKING GROUP RECOMMENDATIONS …
Elisabet Ney Museum VISION : 2025-26 CAPITAL CAMPAIGN FOR MUSEUM IMPROVEMENTS AND ACCESSIBILITY Creating a transformative experience for museum visitors and the Austin community. VISION The museum is more inclusive, accessible, and engaging for all visitors while preserving its historic value. The improvements enhance both the physical space and the visitor experience. PROJECT GOALS PRESERVE To preserve historic Formosa, the world’s largest collection of Ney’s artworks, and key wilderness elements of the property while updating access, safety, climate control, and gathering places. PROJECT GOALS REIMAGINE To use the interpretive and landscape plans in a holistic and forward-looking way, with an aim for sustainability and broadening the experience for visitors to engage with Ney’s life work, artistic process, lived experience, world view, and the symbolism of her story against the backdrop of tomorrow. PROJECT GOALS INSPIRE To make museum visitors feel welcome, inspired, and reinvigorated.
MAYOR’S COMMITTEE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES RECOMMENDATION 20250912-009 Date: September 12, 2025 Subject: Approval of Budget for Awards Event Motioned By: Conor Kelly Seconded By: Lynn Murphy Recommendation The Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities recommends allocating funds to cover event costs. Description of Recommendation to Council ● 3 Trophies – $200 ● Catering Service – $1,014 ● TOTAL – $1,215 Rationale: Budget allocation ensures the success of the awards event by funding essential items, recognizing honorees, and providing accessibility to attendees. Vote 9-0 For: Chair Kelly, Vice Chair Meyer, Commissioners Arellano, Chang, Comer-HaGans, Fetonte, Murphy, Slade, and Vassallo Against:None Abstain: None Absent: Diaz and Franks Attest: Nekaybaw Watson
MAYOR’S COMMITTEE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES RECOMMENDATION 20250912-010 Date: September 12, 2025 Subject: Marketing Strategy and Distribution of Flyers Motioned By: Conor Kelly Seconded By: Gabriel Arellano Recommendation The Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities recommends developing a marketing strategy, including flyer distribution and social media outreach, with necessary approvals from the City of Austin. Description of Recommendation to Council ● Create and distribute event flyers. ● Develop social media posts to promote the awards event. ● Obtain approval from the City of Austin prior to posting on official channels. Rationale: A coordinated marketing strategy increases visibility, boosts community participation, and ensures compliance with City communication policies. Vote 9-0 For: Chair Kelly, Vice Chair Meyer, Commissioners Arellano, Chang, Comer-HaGans, Fetonte, Murphy, Slade, and Vassallo Against:None Abstain:None Absent:Diaz and Franks Attest: Nekaybaw Watson
MAYOR’S COMMITTEE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES RECOMMENDATION 20250912-011 Date: September 12, 2025 Subject: Recognition of Three Awardees at Upcoming Event Motioned By: Gabriel Arellano Seconded By: Conor Kelly Recommendation The Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities recommends recognizing three awardees at the upcoming event. Description of Recommendation to Council ● Community Award: ADAPT of Texas ● Government Award: Travis County Services for the Deaf ● Individual Award: Hayley Broadway Rationale: Recognition of outstanding contributions strengthens community engagement, highlights leadership in accessibility, and aligns with the City’s equity and inclusion priorities. Vote 9-0 For: Chair Kelly, Vice Chair Meyer, Commissioners Arellano, Chang, Comer-HaGans, Fetonte, Murphy, Slade, and Vassallo Against:None Abstain:None Absent:Diaz and Franks Attest: Nekaybaw Watson
Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities Minutes September 12, 2025 MAYOR’S COMMITTEE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Friday, September 12, 2025 The Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities convened in a regular meeting on Friday, September 12, 2025, at City Hall, 301 W 2nd St. Room 1101, Austin, Texas. Chair Kelly called the Mayor’s Committee on People with Disabilities Meeting to order at 5:33 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Conor Kelly, Chair Gabriel Arellano Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Elisabeth Meyer, Vice Chair Lisa Chang DeLawnia Comer-HaGans Mickey Fetonte Lynn Murphy Elizabeth Slade Kristen Vassallo PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities regular meeting minutes on August 8, 2025. The motion to approve the minutes from the meeting of August 8, 2025 on Chair Kelly’s motion with no objection passed on an 8-0 vote. Commissioner Fetonte was off the dais. Commissioners Diaz, and Franks were absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 1 Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities Minutes September 12, 2025 2. Staff briefing regarding the therapeutic recreation programs being planned and implemented by Evan Kessler, Recreation Program Supervisor, Austin Parks and Recreation and Rachel Hyde, Recreation Program Supervisor, Austin Parks and Recreation regarding therapeutic recreation programs their budget needs for more accessible therapeutic recreation programs. Presentation postponed until next meeting. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. Presentation by Ann Graham, Liaison, Friends of Elisabet Ney regarding renovation plans for the Elisabet Ney Museum and their plans to make the space more accessible to patrons. Presentation given by Ann Graham, Liaison, Friends of Elisabet Ney. Update regarding the most recent meeting of the Austin Transit Partnership Community Advisory Committee. Discussion was held. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 5. Update from the October 2025 Disability Event Working Group on community outreach and marketing efforts. Update provided by Commissioner Arellano. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. 7. 8. 9. Formation of a working group regarding the expansion of therapeutic recreation program access and the creation of budget recommendations for therapeutic recreation programs within the Austin Parks and Recreation Department. The motion to approve the formation of a working group to expand therapeutic recreation program access and the creation of budget recommendation for therapeutic recreation programs within the Austin Parks and Recreation Department with Vice Chair Meyer and Commissioners Slade and Vassallo as members was approved on Commissioner Vassallo’s motion, Vice Chair Meyer’s second on a 9-0 vote. Commissioners …
THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Chairperson- Vice-Chairperson- 2nd Vice-Chairperson- Carl S. Richie, Dr. Tyra Duncan-Hall Mary Apostolou Jr. Commissioner- Edwina Carrington President & CEO-Michael G. Gerber HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN REGULAR BOARD MEETING Thursday, September 11, 2025 12:00 PM 1124 S IH 35 Austin, TX Join Zoom Meeting http://bit.ly/45XL9gt 890083 ID: 842 1146 6969 Passcode: Meeting PUBLIC NOTICE OF A MEETING TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN TO BE HELD AT 1124 S IH 35 Austin, TX (512.477.4488) Join Zoom Meeting http://bit.ly/45XL9gt Meeting ID: 842 1146 6969 Passcode: 890083 Thursday, September 12:00 PM 11, 2025 CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PUBLIC COMMUNICATION LIMITATION) TIME (NOTE: THERE WILL BE A THREE-MINUTE CITYWIDE ADVISORY BOARD UPDATE CONSENT AGENDA Items on the Consent considered at another not limit the possibility circumstances does the Consent Act. Government Code, Texas Open Meetings appropriate Agenda may be removed time on this agenda. of any presentation, at the request Placement or action discussion, on the Consent at this meeting. Agenda does Under no of any Commissioner and Agenda alter any requirements under Chapter 551 of the Texas CONSENT ITEMS 1.Presentation, Discussion, Summary for the Board Meeting held on August 21, 2025 and Possible Action regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes ACTION ITEMS 2.Presentation, Discussion, regarding and Possible Action Programs Youth Development Resolution Contract No: 02910: Approval of Boys and Girls Clubs to Renew Comprehensive at Chalmers, Booker T. Washington, and Meadowbrook and Possible Action on Resolution Discussion, of the Housing 3.Presentation, Commissioners following acquire Development; resolution actions the site of the Development; and (iii) such other actions Authority to The Everett with regard of the City of Austin (the "Development") (ii) lease the Development No. 02911 by the Board of (the "Authority") to take the in Austin, Texas: (i) site to the owner of the necessary or convenient to carry out this 4.Presentation, Commissioners Discussion, of the Housing and Possible Action on Resolution Authority of the City of Austin No. 02912 by the Board of (the "Authority") approving
PUBLIC NOTICE OF A MEETING TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR MEETING OF THE AUSTIN AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION TO BE HELD AT 1124 S. IH 35 Austin, TX (512.477.4488) Join Zoom Meeting http:ljbit.ly/45XL9gt Meeting ID: 8421146 6969 Passcode: 890083 Thursday, September 11, 2025 12:00 PM CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM PUBLIC COMMUNICATION LIMITATION) TIME (NOTE: THERE WILL BE A THREE-MINUTE CONSENT AGENDA Items on the Consent Agenda considered appropriate at another not limit the possibility circumstances does the Consent Government Code, may be removed time on this agenda. at the request Placement or action of any presentation, of any Commissioner and Agenda does on the Consent Agenda alter discussion, any requirements at this meeting. under Chapter 551 of the Texas Under no Texas Open Meetings Act. 1.Presentation, and Possible Action regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes Summary Discussion, for the Board Meeting held on July 10, 2025 ACTION ITEMS 2.Presentation, Action or take any other action, Discussion, and Possible of Austin Affordable Housing of The Everett any and all documents, the acquisition units and associated amenities of the City of Austin; Authority to own the Development; Directors execute facilitate housing Housing company development execute consummation (iii) for the Development; any such further documentation of the transactions herein described financing in Austin, Corporation No. 00274 by the Board of on Resolution ("AAHC") that is necessary authorizing AAHC to or desirable to: (i) of multifamily (the "Development"), which consists Texas to be ground-leased from the liability (ii) cause AAHC's subsidiary limited and cause the owner to enter into acquisition And (iv) cause AAHC and/or as necessary the owner to to allow the or desirable 3.Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 00275: a
PUBLIC NOTICE OF A MEETING TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR MEETING OF THE AUSTIN AFFORDABLE PFC TO BE HELD AT 1124 S IH 35 Frontage Rd Austin, TX (512.477.4488) Join Zoom Meeting http:ljbit.ly/45XL9gt Meeting ID: 8421146 6969 Passcode: 890083 September 11, Thursday, 12:00 PM 2025 CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM PUBLIC COMMUNICATION LIMITATION) TIME (NOTE: THERE WILL BE A THREE-MINUTE CONSENT AGENDA Items on the Consent Agenda considered appropriate at another not limit the possibility circumstances does the Consent Government Code, Texas Open Meetings Agenda alter Act. may be removed time on this agenda. discussion, under Chapter any requirements at the request Placement or action on the Consent of any Commissioner and Agenda does at this meeting. Under no 551 of the Texas of any presentation, 1.Presentation, Discussion, for the Board Meeting Action held on May 29, 2025 and Possible Summary regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes ACTION ITEMS 2.Presentation, Discussion, and Possible to issue bonds to provide Action on Resolution financing for a multifamily No. 00128: Resolution residential Lane Apartments); rental for persons of low and moderate income (Decker of such bonds; authorizing the filing of an certain for Allocation terms and conditions Activity of Private Bonds with the Texas Bond Review Board; intent declaring development prescribing Application and containing other provisions relating to the subject 3.Presentation, Discussion, and Possible to issue bonds to provide intent declaring development certain Allocation for persons tenns and conditions of Private Activity of low and moderate of such bonds; Bonds with the Texas Bond Review Board; of an Application for and containing authorizing income (Horseshoe the filing residential rental prescribing Flats); Action on Resolution No. 00129: resolution financing for a multifamily
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON IMMIGRANT AFFAIRS SEPTEMBER 10, 2025, 6:00 PM AUSTIN ENERGY BUILDING 4815 MUELLER BLVD SHUDDE FATH HALL AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Commission on Immigrant Affairs 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 or in person, contact Nekaybaw Watson at nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov or (512) 974-2562. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Miriam Dorantes, Chair Diane Kanawati Alondra Johnson, Vice-Chair Kate Lincoln-Goldfinch Adrian De La Rosa Melissa Ortega Azeem Edwin Aditi Joshi Yohana Saucedo Jeanne “Canan” Kaba Caroline Solis Meghana Roy AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up 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 Commission on Immigrant Affairs regular meeting on August 4, 2025. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing by Rocio Villalobos, Immigrant Affairs Manager and DACA Liaison Officer, Office of Equity and Inclusion regarding the Office of Equity and Inclusion’s Welcoming Week and Citizenship Clinic Updates. 3. Staff briefing from David Alcorta, Paraprofessional, Communications and Public Information Office (CPIO) and Houmma Garba, Community Engagement Consultant, CPIO regarding CPIO’s and Homeland Security and Emergency Management’s (HSEM) new emergency language access plan. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Update regarding the August JIC meeting budget priorities and recommendations to council as they relate to immigrants in Austin. 5. Discussion regarding a drafted Recommendation to Council to revamp the Community Liaison Office. 6. Discussion regarding the draft letter to the LGBTQ Quality-of-Life Advisory Commission regarding the priorities of the Commission on Immigrant Affairs. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 7. Creation of a meeting schedule for the Budget Working Group for the 2025-2026 Budget Year. (Workgroup Members: Chair Miriam Dorantes, Vice Chair Alondra Johnson, Commissioners Melissa Ortega and Diane Kanawati) 8. Creation of a meeting schedule for the Quality of Life Working Group for the 2025-2026 Budget Year. (Workgroup Members: Vice Chair Alondra Johnson, Commissioners Canan Kaba, Aditi Joshi, Melissa Ortega, Meghana Roy) 9. Creation of a meeting schedule for the U-Visa, T-Visa Working Group …
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON IMMIGRANT AFFAIRS SEPTEMBER 10, 2025, 6:00 PM AUSTIN ENERGY BUILDING 4815 MUELLER BLVD SHUDDE FATH HALL AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Commission on Immigrant Affairs 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 or in person, contact Nekaybaw Watson at nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov or (512) 974-2562. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Miriam Dorantes, Chair Diane Kanawati Alondra Johnson, Vice-Chair Kate Lincoln-Goldfinch Adrian De La Rosa Melissa Ortega Azeem Edwin Aditi Joshi Yohana Saucedo Jeanne “Canan” Kaba Caroline Solis Meghana Roy AGENDA REVISED CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up 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 Commission on Immigrant Affairs regular meeting on August 4, 2025. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing by Rocio Villalobos, Immigrant Affairs Manager and DACA Liaison Officer, Office of Equity and Inclusion regarding the Office of Equity and Inclusion’s Welcoming Week and Citizenship Clinic Updates. 3. Staff briefing from David Alcorta, Paraprofessional, Communications and Public Information Office (CPIO) and Houmma Garba, Community Engagement Consultant, CPIO regarding CPIO’s and Homeland Security and Emergency Management’s (HSEM) new emergency language access plan. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Update regarding the August JIC meeting budget priorities and recommendations to council as they relate to immigrants in Austin. 5. Discussion regarding a drafted Recommendation to Council to revamp the Community Liaison Office. 6. Discussion regarding the draft letter to the LGBTQ Quality-of-Life Advisory Commission regarding the priorities of the Commission on Immigrant Affairs. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please contact Nekaybaw Watson, Office of (512) 974-2562 or nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. …
Commission on Immigrant Affairs Meeting Minutes August 4, 2025 Commission on Immigrant Affairs Regular Meeting Minutes Monday, August 4, 2025 The Commission on Immigrant Affairs convened in a regular meeting on Monday, August 4, 2025, at Austin City Hall, W 3rd St, Room 1101 in Austin, Texas. Vice Chair Dorantes called the Commission on Immigrant Affairs Regular Meeting to order at 6:35 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Melissa Ortega, Chair Miriam Dorantes, Vice Chair Adrian De La Rosa Alondra Johnson Diane Kanawati Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Aditi Joshi Meghna Roy Yohanna Saucedo PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Commission on Immigration Affairs regular meeting on July 7, 2025. The minutes from the meeting of July 7, 2025, were approved on Commissioner Kanawati’s motion, Commissioner Joshi’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Edwin, Kaba, and Lincoln-Goldfinch were absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding revisions to Austin Police Department’s U-Visa Policy by Lieutenant Robert Smith, Special Victims Bureau, Austin Police Department and Assistant Chief Angie Jones, Austin Police Department. 1 Commission on Immigrant Affairs Meeting Minutes August 4, 2025 Staff briefing was made by Lieutenant Robert Smith, Special Victims Bureau, Austin Police Department and Assistant Chief Angie Jones, Austin Police Department. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Discussion regarding the Travis County Commissioner’s Court vacancy. This item was taken up with item 14. Update on the most recent Joint Inclusion Committee (JIC) meeting held in July 2025, as it relates to the Commission on Immigrant Affairs. Discussed. Update regarding the discussion during the July LGBTQ Quality-of-Life Advisory Commission Meeting about Immigrant Affairs. Discussed. Discussion regarding the written update on the Naturalization Informational Sessions and Clinics provided by Shafina Khaki, Human Rights Officer, Office of Equity and Inclusion. Discussed. Discussion regarding the written update on the Immigrant Quality-of-Life Study provided by Dr. Lindsey Wilson, Director of the Office of Equity and Inclusion. Discussed. Discussion regarding the new structure for requesting updates from the Office of Equity and Inclusion. Discussed. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 9. 10. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding the staffing support of the Commission on Immigrant Affairs. The motion to approve a Recommendation to Council regarding the staffing support of the Commission on Immigrant Affairs was approved on Commissioner Johnson’s motion, Vice Chair Dorantes’ second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioners Edwin, Joshi, Kaba, and Lincoln-Goldfinch were absent. Approve the election of …
Language Access Plan for Citywide Emergencies Houmma Garba - CPIO David Alcorta – HSEM September 2nd, 2025 Language Access Plan for Citywide Emergencies: Background The City Auditor conducted two audits: one in 2016 and another in 2021, involving language access services provided by the City, which culminated in a special report and staff response. The audits found that the City may not be meeting the needs of all non-English speaking Austinites because written policies did not align with actual practice. Additionally, the Auditor found that the City did not effectively communicate with community members before and during Winter Storm Uri in 2021, especially in language other than English. Because of this, limited English proficiency (LEP) Austinites may not have had the same access to important information and may have been disproportionately impacted. Austintexas.gov/sites/default/files/files/auditor/audit_reports/language_access_follow_up_may_2023.pdf September 2nd, 2025 Language Access Plan for Citywide Emergencies: Language Access Translation: The conversion of written communication from one language to another in a written form. An accurate translation is one that conveys the intent and essential meaning of the original text. Interpretation: Definitions The oral rendition of a spoken message from one language to another, preserving the intent and meaning of the original message. Threshold Language: The most common spoken languages in Austin other than English. Based on this data, and data on the percentage of people who identify as not speaking English “very well” is how HSEM determined the languages to provide translation and interpretation for. September 2nd, 2025 Language Access Plan for Citywide Emergencies: Limited English Proficiency September 2nd, 2025 What does Limited English Proficiency mean? Limited English Proficiency (LEP) A person with limited English proficiency (LEP) cannot speak, read, write or understand the English language at a level that permits him or her to interact effectively with City staff. Individuals who communicate with American Sign Language are covered in this definition, although other Federal laws and regulations such as the Americans with Disabilities Act apply and should be considered separately. Hello! ¡Hola! 你好！ 안녕하세요! Xin chào! नमस्ते! မင်္ဂလာပါ! Collaborative Partners • Communiations and Public Information Office • Homeland Security & Emergency Management • Ausitn Energy • Austin Water • Austin Public Health • And review by numerous community organizations. In 2022, CPIO, HSEM and a collaboration of the City’s departmental Language Access team members established an Emergency Language Access working group. September 2nd, 2025 The Working Group planning activities included: • Gathering LEP …
REGULAR MEETING of the EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 10, 2025, 9:00 A.M. CITY HALL, BOARD AND COMMISSION ROOM #1101 301 WEST SECOND STREET 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, call or email Caitlin Oliver, Program Coordinator, Austin Public Health, at 512-972-6205 or Caitlin.Oliver@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Choquette Hamilton, Chair Brooke Freeland Chloe Latham-Sikes Cathy McHorse Craig McNary Hilda Rivas Brianna Menard, Vice Chair Eliza Sears Cynthia McCollum Andrea McIllwain Alice Navarro AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first five speakers to register 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 August 16, 2025 STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Briefing from Caitlin Oliver, Austin Public Health (APH), about the Austin-Travis County Family Child Care Educator Network and updates from related local early childhood groups such as Austin Chapter of the Texas Association for the Education of Young Children, Austin ISD, Success By 6 Coalition, Child Care Regulation, and Workforce Solutions Capital Area DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. 5. 6. Updates from the August Joint Inclusion Committee (JIC) meetings Updates regarding the implementation of the Travis County voter-approved Child Care and Out-of-School Time (CCOST) initiative Presentation from Trudy Taylor Smith, Senior Administrator of Policy and Advocacy at Children’s Defense Fund-Texas, regarding the impacts of immigration enforcement on Austin-area families Presentation from Decision Information Resources (DIR) regarding the initial findings of the quality-of-life study of Austin’s families with young children FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please or Caitlin.Oliver@austintexas.gov, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. at …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE Wednesday, September 10, 2025 – 4:00PM Permitting and Development Center Conference Room 1401 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr Austin, TX 78752 Some members of the 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 NOT on the agenda once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed three minutes to comment. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, use the QR code or the link on this agenda. For questions, email preservation@austintexas.gov. COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Kevin Koch Jaime Alvarez Harmony Grogan CALL TO ORDER AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten (10) speakers who register to speak prior to the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. DISCUSSION ITEMS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 604 Brazos St. Driskill Hotel – Landmark Council District 9 Proposal: Install new signage at two facades of the hotel. Applicant: Marcos Crane 1504 E. 11th St. Ethel Pearl’s Beauty Salon – Landmark Council District 1 Proposal: Rehabilitate and repair building exterior. Applicant: Mike Hale 210 W. 6th St. Sixth Street National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Adaptive reuse; rooftop equipment screening; plaza-facing patio enclosure; signage; door/window modifications. Applicant: Michael Whellan 80 Rainey St. Rainey Street National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Construct an ADA-accessible kitchen and bathroom addition. Applicant: Drew Raffaele 1709 Drake Ave. Travis Heights National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building and construct a new building. Applicant: Stuart Sampley 902 W. Johanna St. Council District 3 Proposal: Demolish a building. Applicant: Bob Allsop ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call the Historic Preservation Office at 512-974-3393 for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Architectural Review Committee of the Historic Landmark Commission, please contact Sofia Wagner, Interim Staff Liaison, at 512-974-3333. First Floor City of Austin Permitting and Development …
REGULAR MEETING of the AIRPORT ADVISORY COMMISSION (AAC) September 10, 2025 3:00 PM 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR., ROOM 1405 AUSTIN, TEXAS 78752 Some members of the Commission may be participating via videoconference. Livestream of the meeting will be available at ATXN1 https://www.austintexas.gov/watch-atxn-live Audio of the meeting will be available as an alternative to attending in person. Please email Ammie Calderon at ammie.calderon@flyaustin.com by Noon of the day of the meeting for dial-in details. Public comment for general communication and all agenda items will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. In-person registration is available for speakers who sign up at the meeting location prior to the meeting being called to order. Registration to speak remotely is available for speakers who have provided an email to Ammie Calderon at ammie.calderon@flyaustin.com, no later than Noon of the day before the meeting. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS Patrick Rose, Chair Bakari Brock, Vice-Chair Doyle Valdez, Secretary Jeff Eller Mike Trimble Fang Fang Jonathan Coon Cole Wilson Lyn Hendricks Scott Madole Susan Turrieta AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Public communication for items not on the agenda. The first 5 registered speakers will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address the Airport Advisory Commission on an item that is not posted on the agenda. Please refer to the registration instructions above. 1 Public communication for items on the agenda. Registered speakers will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address the Airport Advisory Commission on an item that is posted as a Briefing, Discussion/Action, or Discussion item. Please refer to the registration instructions above. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the AAC regular meeting on August 13, 2025 STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Briefing on July 2025 Financial Results presented by Rajeev Thomas, Chief Financial Officer 3. Briefing on Air Service Update provided by Jamy Kazanoff, AUS Air Service Development 4. Briefing on Journey with AUS (AUS AEDP/Capital Improvement Program) Active Projects provided by Lyn Estabrook, Deputy Chief Development Officer DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS 5. Conduct an evaluation of the recommendations made and other actions taken by the Airport Advisory Commission throughout the year and how these reflected or achieved the commission’s directives, identify any overlaps in the role and work of the commission with other boards or commissions, identify policies or City needs that no current board or commission appears to address, evaluate the level of members’ and the community’s engagement, and identify potential bylaw …
AIRPORT ADVISORY COMMISSION (AAC) REGULAR MEETING MINUTES August 13, 2025, 3:00 PM The Airport Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on August 13, 2025, at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr., Room 1406 Austin, Texas 78752 Chair Patrick Rose called the regular meeting to order at 3:05 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Patrick Rose, Chair Doyle Valdez, Secretary Cole Wilson Scott Madole Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Bakari Brock, Vice-Chair Jeff Eller Mike Trimble Fang Fang Jonathan Coon Susan Turrieta Commissioners Absent: Lyn Hendricks PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Kirk Mixon, Delta Airlines - for Airline Use and Lease Agreement Sherri Hull, Southwest Airlines - for Airline Use and Lease Agreement APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the AAC regular meeting on July 9, 2025. Staff noted for the record a typo in the draft minutes reflected Vice Chair Brock as present in-person, and Secretary Valdez as present virtually, at the July 9 meeting; the draft minutes were corrected to reflect Vice Chair Brock as present virtually and Secretary Valdez as present in-person. A motion to approve was made by Commissioner Valdez; Commissioner Wilson seconded. The motion passed on a 10-0-0-1 vote. Commissioner Hendricks was absent at this vote. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Briefing on June 2025 Financial Results presented by Rajeev Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Rajeev Thomas provided the briefing. 3. Briefing on Air Service Update provided by Jamy Kazanoff, AUS Air Service Development Jamy Kazanoff provided the briefing. 4. Briefing on Journey with AUS (AUS AEDP/Capital Improvement Program) Active Projects provided by Lyn Estabrook, Deputy Chief Development Officer Lyn Estabrook provided the briefing. 5. Briefing on Austin Aviation’s Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget presented by Rajeev Thomas, Chief Financial Officer. Rajeev Thomas provided the briefing. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS 6. Authorize negotiation and execution of Signatory Airline Use and Lease Agreements and Signatory Cargo Agreements with the commercial passenger airlines and commercial cargo carriers or companies for use of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, for an initial term starting January 1, 2026, and ending September 30, 2035, with two-year extension option; and authorize negotiation and execution of Non-Signatory Airline Agreements and Non-Signatory Cargo Agreements for a month-to-month term with those carriers or companies that choose not to become signatories under the new signatory agreements. Funding: There is no revenue impact for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 for the Aviation Department’s Operating Budget due to the proposed January 1, 2026, effective date for the Agreements. A motion to approve …
MEMORANDUM TO: Airport Advisory Commissioners FROM: Rajeev Thomas, Chief Financial Officer, Austin Aviation DATE: September 10, 2025 SUBJECT: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Financial Update July 2025 Financial Results Passenger traffic totaled 2,036,077 in July 2025, a decrease of 0.2% compared to July 2024. Average daily departures increased from 264 in July 2024 to 273 in July 2025, an increase of 9 daily departures or 3.6%. Table #1 Enplanements Landing Weights Cargo Tonnage Operating Revenue Airport OPEX Total Requirements Net Income FY 2025 July FY 2024 July Variance Fav (Unfav) FY 2025 YTD FY 2024 YTD Variance YTD Fav (Unfav) 1,015,498 1,014,354 0.1% 8,980,584 9,339,027 1,224,093,268 1,194,530,732 2.5% 11,010,824,646 11,360,732,335 11,359 12,957 (12.3%) 116,118 125,898 (3.8%) (3.1%) (7.8%) $32,036,904 $29,082,408 $2,954,496 $293,040,966 $266,075,251 $26,965,715 $13,845,469 $12,836,364 ($1,009,105) $136,158,291 $123,471,721 ($12,686,571) $22,872,019 $18,917,999 ($3,954,020) $212,880,703 $192,543,471 ($20,337,232) $9,164,886 $10,164,409 ($999,523) $80,160,262 $73,531,779 $6,628,483 Table #1 illustrates July 2025’s enplanements totaled 1,015,498, an increase of 0.1% compared to July 2024. Landing weights totaled 1.2 billion pounds in July 2025 representing an increase of 2.5% compared to July 2024. Cargo volume totaled 11,359 tons in July 2025, a decrease of 12.3% compared to July 2024. July 2025 cargo volume decreased primarily due to changes in FedEx cargo activity. July 2025 operating revenue totaled $32.0M, an increase of 10.2% or $3.0M compared to July 2024. The increase in operating revenue results from updated airline rates and charges in FY2025 and growth in parking revenues. Operating revenue in July 2025 is composed of 49.2% airline revenue, 49.2% non-airline revenue, and 1.6% interest income. Airport operating expenses totaled $13.8M for the month, an increase of 7.9% or $1.0M compared to July 2024. The increase in operating expenses is primarily driven by growth in airport staffing and increased APD personnel costs. AUS reported a $9.2M surplus in July 2025, a decrease of $1.0M compared to July 2024. The decrease in the surplus compared to July 2024 results from the application of interest earned on prior year debt service. Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Results FY2025 Year to Date (YTD) Operating Revenue totals $293.0M compared to $266.1M in FY2024, a 10.1% increase. Airport Operating Expenses totaled $136.2M YTD in FY2025 compared to $123.5M in FY2024, a 10.3% increase. Net income totals $80.2M YTD in FY2025 compared to $73.5M in FY2024, a 9.0% increase. FY 2025 FY 2025 FY 2025 Budget vs. YTD Variance Budget vs. YTD Variance CYE vs. YTD Variance …
