Resolution Regarding Breed Labeling Practices WHEREAS, accurate identification of a dog’s breed based solely on visual assessment has been widely shown to be unreliable without genetic testing even among animal welfare professionals and veterinary staff; and WHEREAS, labeling dogs as specific breeds—particularly “pit bull” or “pit bull mix”—based on appearance alone can misrepresent their true genetic makeup; and WHEREAS, many housing providers enforce breed restrictions that disproportionately impact dogs labeled as “pit bull” types, creating significant barriers for adopters seeking rental housing; and WHEREAS, such labeling practices can unintentionally reduce adoption rates and increase length of stay for affected dogs; and WHEREAS, a growing number of animal welfare organizations are adopting best practices that prioritize temperament, and individual characteristics over speculative breed identification including: 1. Orange County Animal Services (OCAS), an open intake municipal shelter in Florida, stopped using breed labels in 2014, and an independent peer-reviewed study of OCAS’s outcomes data found that removing breed labels improved adoption rates and decreased lengths of stay for all dog types, with the greatest impact for pit-bull-type dogs (https://www.ocnetpets.com/); 2. Williamson County Animal Services, an open intake municipal shelter in Texas, stopped using breed labels in 2017; most dogs are currently listed on their website as “mixed breed” (https://www.wilcotx.gov/163/Animal-Shelter); 3. Memphis Animal Services, an open intake municipal shelter in Tennessee, stopped using breed labels in 2016; dogs are currently listed on their website as “mixed breed” (https://memphisanimalservices.com/); 4. DeKalb County Animal Services and Fulton County Animal Services, two open intake municipal shelters in Georgia managed by LifeLine Animal Project, stopped using breed labels in 2017 (https://dekalbanimalservices.com/; https://fultonanimalservices.com/); 5. Fairfax County Animal Shelter, an open intake municipal shelter in Virginia, stopped using breed labels in 2015; dogs are currently listed on their website as “mixed breed” (https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/animalservices/); 6. Rochester Animal Services, a managed intake municipal shelter in New York, stopped using breed labels in 2017; dogs are currently listed on their website as “mixed breed” (https://www.cityofrochester.gov/departments/department-recreation-and-human-serv ices-drhs/rochester-animal-services-ras); and WHEREAS, studies show that shifting to a “mixed breed” designation where lineage is unknown and distinct and undeniable breed traits are absent promotes fairness, reduces bias, and improves adoption outcomes for all dogs; and WHEREAS, the previous interim Director for Austin Animal Services had started the process of updating breed labeling practices to align with these goals; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Austin Animal Advisory Commission respectfully recommends City Council and the City …
A RESOLUTION OF THE AUSTIN CITY COUNCIL EXPANDING ACCESS TO PET ADOPTION THROUGH SATELLITE ADOPTION CENTERS WHEREAS, the City of Austin is committed to promoting animal welfare, supporting no-kill practices at Austin Animal Center, and achieving open intake; and WHEREAS, the Austin Animal Services Strategic Plan published in 2025 cites “Research, analyze, and explore additional locations to offer ASO services throughout the community (i.e., new satellite locations, secondary locations)” as Humane Care Goal 2C as well as “Expand ASO’s community presence, including increasing participation in local events, hosting new activities, and building partnerships” as Live Release Goal 3C; and WHEREAS, overcrowding in our shelter strains our resources, greatly hinders intake capacity, and creates barriers to timely adoption; and WHEREAS, increasing the visibility and accessibility of adoptable pets has been shown to significantly improve adoption rates and community engagement; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin owns and operates various public facilities and properties that may be suitable for temporary or permanent use as satellite adoption centers; and WHEREAS, Travis County contracts the City of Austin as part of their Animal Services Interlocal Agreement and also owns and operates various public facilities and properties that may be suitable for temporary or permanent use as satellite adoption centers; and WHEREAS, partnerships with local nonprofit organizations, as well as private businesses and community groups, could provide additional locations, volunteer staffing, and resources for off-site adoption efforts; and WHEREAS, establishing satellite adoption centers in high-traffic, community-centered locations throughout Austin and Travis County would reduce barriers to adoption, increase foot traffic exposure for animals, and enhance community participation in animal welfare initiatives; SO BE IT RESOLVED, that City Council and the City Manager request City staff across the appropriate departments research, and when appropriate, pilot satellite adoption center locations in Austin and Travis County; and SO BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Austin City Council shall offer full support in finding ways to reimagine the utilization of City owned or rented facilities so as to minimize the cost burden on residents and the Austin Animal Services Department in pursuit of these goals; and SO BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Travis County Commissioners Court shall take equal ownership and innovative steps in reimagining the utilization of County owned and rented facilities in pursuit of these goals.
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Animal Advisory Commission Recommendation Number: 20260511-009: Expanding Access to Pet Adoption Through Satellite Adoption Centers WHEREAS, the City of Austin is committed to promoting animal welfare, supporting no-kill practices at Austin Animal Center, and achieving open intake; and WHEREAS, the Austin Animal Services Strategic Plan published in 2025 cites “Research, analyze, and explore additional locations to offer ASO services throughout the community (i.e., new satellite locations, secondary locations)” as Humane Care Goal 2C as well as “Expand ASO’s community presence, including increasing participation in local events, hosting new activities, and building partnerships” as Live Release Goal 3C; and WHEREAS, overcrowding in our shelter strains our resources, greatly hinders intake capacity, and creates barriers to timely adoption; and WHEREAS, increasing the visibility and accessibility of adoptable pets has been shown to significantly improve adoption rates and community engagement; and WHEREAS, the City of Austin owns and operates various public facilities and properties that may be suitable for temporary or permanent use as satellite adoption centers; and WHEREAS, Travis County contracts the City of Austin as part of their Animal Services Interlocal Agreement and also owns and operates various public facilities and properties that may be suitable for temporary or permanent use as satellite adoption centers; and WHEREAS, partnerships with local nonprofit organizations, as well as private businesses and community groups, could provide additional locations, volunteer staffing, and resources for off- site adoption efforts; and WHEREAS, establishing satellite adoption centers in high-traffic, community-centered locations throughout Austin and Travis County would reduce barriers to adoption, increase foot traffic exposure for animals, and enhance community participation in animal welfare initiatives; SO BE IT RESOLVED, that City Council and the City Manager request City staff across the appropriate departments research, and when appropriate, pilot satellite adoption center locations in Austin and Travis County; and SO BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Austin City Council shall offer full support in finding ways to reimagine the utilization of City owned or rented facilities so as to minimize the cost burden on residents and the Austin Animal Services Department in pursuit of these goals; and . SO BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Travis County Commissioners Court shall take equal ownership and innovative steps in reimagining the utilization of County owned and rented facilities in pursuit of these goals. Date of Approval: May 11, 2026 Motioned By: Commissioner Holt Seconded By: Vice Chair Norton Vote: 11-0 …
Austin Animal Services 5-Year Strategic Plan One Year Update Presented May 11, 2026 Agenda Introduction & Background Strategic Plan Summary Priorities & Progress Highlights Summary & Next Steps Questions? What’s the purpose of the new Strategic Plan? The plan is a roadmap for future initiatives and decisions. It guides resource allocation, performance targets, and future collaboration with stakeholders. How was it developed? The strategic plan was developed over an 8-month period with input from diverse stakeholders, including staff, volunteers, partners, and the community. The Working Group used feedback/information gathered from stakeholders, along with their own expertise in animal welfare, to develop the strategic plan during a series of workshops facilitated by an external consultant. How’s it going? Well! Since March 2025, many initiatives have begun to meet the priorities and goals established by the plan. 3 The strategic plan established six priorities: Humane Care Open Intake Public Health and Safety Spay Neuter Live Release Staff and Volunteers Each has goals and strategies to help achieve the priority. In total, there are eighteen (18) goals and sixty-four (64) strategies. 4 4Goals 11Strategies Humane Care “Meet animals’ physical and emotional needs and ensure a high quality of life for animals in shelter and foster care by providing enrichment, behavioral support, and well-maintained facilities.” INCREASE ENRICHMENT, SOCIALIZATION, AND BEHAVIORAL SERVICES • Expanded dog play group activities • Implemented population rounds • Added Outcomes Consultant role OFFER TRAINING AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES IN ANIMAL BEHAVIOR • Provided animal handling training for staff and volunteers 5 4Goals 11Strategies Humane Care “Meet animals’ physical and emotional needs and ensure a high quality of life for animals in shelter and foster care by providing enrichment, behavioral support, and well-maintained facilities.” Continued ENHANCE SHELTER CLEANLINESS AND SANITATION • Revised the Cleaning and Disinfecting Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) • Implemented inspections following SOP implementation IMPROVE CAMPUS FACILITIES AND PHYSICAL SPACES • Facilities enhancement was included in the proposed bond that is pending voter approval • Secured a third-party architect to develop construction plans for a small dog kennel with dedicated outdoor space 6 2 Goals 5 Strategies Spay Neuter “Reduce the number of stray, unowned, and unwanted animals by improving and increasing spay/neuter services.” INCREASE FREE & SUBSIDIZED SPAY/NEUTER SURGERIES FOR OWNED ANIMALS • Increased free spay/neuter surgeries by 34.9% from FY2024 to FY2025 • 11,112 owned animals were spayed through clinics provided by contracted vendors in fiscal year 2025 …
Austin Water FY27-FY31 Forecast Update May 2026 Austin Water Austin Water Financial Team Introductions Joseph Gonzales, Deputy Director of Business Services Christina "Tina" Romero, Acting Assistant Director of Financial Services Songli Floyd, Budget & Accouting Division Manager Nam Nguyen, Acting Financial Management Division Manager Li Yang, Budget & Accounting Financial Manager II Frida Guo, Capital Asset & Accounting Financial Manager II Shierin Shoghi, Rates & Forecasting Financial Manager II 2 Agenda Financial Condition/Budget Considerations Rates/Affordability Inflationary Cost Increases Growing Capital Spending Plan Financial Metrics Summary Discussion 3 Austin Water Financial Condition Austin Water Financial Condition Revenue Considerations Rate increases needed to cover increasing operating and capital costs Customer Assistance Program enrollment growth Slower development/customer growth Expenditure Considerations Ongoing resiliency and service reliability investments for essential infrastructure Inflationary cost increases impacting operating and capital delivery costs Workforce investments to support retention and staff increase Growing Capital Improvements Plan Continue debt management strategies Financial Performance Significant drop in operating cash reserves Cash financing of CIP below financial policy target 5 Austin Water Budget Development Process Revenues Cost of service rates calculated annually Revenue trend analysis and forecast updates performed monthly Operating Budget Comprehensive review of historic budget utilization performed annually Comprehensive review of open encumbrance amounts Executive team review of significant budget increases 2-year staffing plan development Capital Budget 5-year Capital Improvement Plan Development Proposed projects reviewed by a committee of Executive Team members 6 Bond Ratings Rating/Outlook Credit Highlights Fitch AA-/Stable Low leverage Moody’s Aa2/Stable DSC 2.3x Days Cash on Hand of 489 (neutral) Improving liquidity of 270 days cash Factors that could result in rating downgrade CIP cost increase not supported by adequate rate adjustments Significant increases in debt burden that exceeds 5x revenues S&P AA/Stable Adequate all-in DSC (2.9x) Strong liquidity (327 days) Material deterioration of all-in DSC and liquidity levels despite planned rate increases Sustained leverage exceeding 10.0x Sustained weakness in liquidity near 200 days cash or debt service coverage nearing 1.5x 7 FY27-FY31 Forecasted Rates $1,200.0 $1,100.0 $1,000.0 $900.0 $800.0 $700.0 $600.0 $500.0 $400.0 $300.0 $200.0 $100.0 $0.0 s n o i l l i M n I Total Available Funds Total Requirements -4.8% FY18 Actual $631.3 $631.2 Updated Rate Incr Forecast -4.8% 7.8% …
City of Austin FY2027 Budget Development Timeline Citywide Budget Dates Budget Kickoff Forecast Report Published Forecast Presentation to Council 1st Water & Wastewater Budget Committee 2nd Water & Wastewater Budget Committee Proposed Budget Published Proposed Budget Presentation to Council Water & Wastewater Commission JAN 15 APR 13-15 APR 21 May 8 TBD JUL 13 JUL 16 JUL 29 Approved Budget Adoption AUG 12-14 1
REGULAR MEETING OF THE AUSTIN TRAVIS COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, MAY 6TH, 2026, AT 2:30 P.M. CITY HALL, BOARD & COMMISSION ROOM, ROOM 1101 301 W. 2nd STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Austin Travis County Public Health 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 remotely, contact Daniela Romero, daniela.romero@austintexas.gov or Juanita Jackson at Juanita.jackson@austintexas.gov. telephone. To to speak register CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS OR COMMISSIONERS: Natalie Poindexter, Chair Cara Dahlhausen, Vice Chair Jawad Ali Chris Crookham Jacob Whitty Martha Lujan William Rice EX-OFFICIO BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Adrienne Sturrup, Director, Austin Public Health Dr. Desmar Walkes, Austin/Travis County Public Health Authority Ana Almaguel, Division Director, Travis County Health & Human Services Perla Cavazos, Deputy Administrator, Central Health AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 5 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 Public Health Commission Regular Meeting on April 1st, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Presentation and demonstration of RADD Platform by Phillip Bays, Christopher Collins and Brian Morris. Receive updates from commissioners on assigned action items. Discuss draft recommendation “Sexual Health Funding” created by Commissioner Jacob Whitty. Discuss draft recommendation “Heat-Related Illness Prevention for Outdoor Workers”. Discuss commissioner terms. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 7. 8. Discuss and approve “Bridging Public Health Funding” recommendation created by Commissioner Chris Crookham. Approve commission bylaws. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please contact Daniela Romero at Austin Public Health, at daniela.romero@austintexas.gov, or Juanita Jackson at Juanita.jackson@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Public Health Commission, please contact Daniela …
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Austin Travis County Public Health Commission Recommendation Number: [YYYYMMDD-XXX] (XXX is the agenda item number): Sexual Health Funding Preservation Date of Approval: Recommendation: This recommendation seeks to stabilize long-term funding sources to address sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) in the Austin/Travis County area through prevention, testing, linkage to care, treatment, retention, and supportive services. This recommendation directly addresses priorities outlined by Austin/Travis County as a Fast-Track City to end urban HIV epidemics, including goals to reach 95% of people living with HIV knowing their status, 95% are on treatment, and 95% maintain viral suppression by 2030. Description of Recommendation to Council: WHEREAS gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV infections are reportable conditions to Austin Public Health (APH), WHEREAS APH provides core public health services not covered by other STI/HIV service providers, WHEREAS there is an overburdened demand for STI/HIV testing and treatment in Austin/Travis County for local service providers, WHEREAS trends for congenital syphilis cases have increased across Texas, leading to preventable infant illness and death, WHEREAS incidence rates for HIV are higher in Texas than the national average, WHEREAS gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis co-infections are more common in people living with HIV and those at highest risk of acquiring HIV, WHEREAS STI/HIV incidence rates are consistently higher in Black and Hispanic people compared with White people, WHEREAS STI/HIV incidence rates are higher in men who have sex with men (MSM) and transgender people compared with their heterosexual and cisgender counterparts, WHEREAS investing in STI/HIV prevention efforts is more cost-effective than treatment, WHEREAS preventing one new HIV infection yields an estimated $300,000+ cost saved for lifetime medical costs, WHEREAS APH’s funding for STI/HIV programs is largely grant-reliant, and Disease Intervention Specialists (DIS)/Public Health Follow-up (PHFU) and HIV Surveillance are completely reliant on grant funding, WHEREAS federal budget negotiations demonstrate a shift in funding priorities and potential loss of STI/HIV funding, WHEREAS federal directives have threatened or already removed targeted approaches that serve people most disproportionately impacted by HIV, WHEREAS STI/HIV community partners are experiencing financial setbacks due to loss of funding and changing federal initiatives, WHEREAS vulnerable populations are at-risk for worse health outcomes with loss of funding, WHEREAS loss of grant funding for DIS/PHFU and HIV Surveillance would affect partner investigations, handling outbreaks, and community health data, WHEREAS any reduction to STI/HIV funding would negatively impact the Austin/Travis County community. Rationale: NOW THEREFORE …
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Austin Travis County Public Health Commission Recommendation Number: 20260506-007 BRIDGING PUBLIC HEALTH FUNDING: WHEREAS according to the 2025 Austin-Travis County Community Health Assessment (CHA), the foundation of health in Austin and Travis County is shaped by longstanding structural conditions. Historical patterns of racial segregation, economic exclusion, and neighborhood disinvestment continue to influence present-day access to education, income, and opportunity. These inequities are especially pronounced in East Austin, where residents face compounded disadvantages, and WHEREAS the City of Austin 1928 Master Plan designated then East Avenue as the dividing racial line between East and West Austin, which was later replaced by Interstate 35, serving as a reinforced physical barrier between East and West Austin, and WHEREAS the CHA demonstrates that Interstate 35 traffic and congestion have exacerbated health disparities of those living in East Austin, leading to less access to quality care and healthy foods, increased rates of chronic diseases such as diabetes and infectious disease, poor maternal health outcomes, and increased socioeconomic inequities, and WHEREAS the CHA shows that Interstate 35 creates chronic stressors such as traffic noise, heat, and pollution, leading to poor mental health and stress of those living nearby, and WHEREAS City Council has touted Cap and Stitch as a once in a generation opportunity to repair the physical divide created by Interstate 35 and assist in repairing over 100 years of segregation, and WHEREAS City Council has welcomed the creation of new public spaces for civic participation and unlocking long-term economic and community benefits, and WHEREAS the CHA clearly illustrates that neighborhoods east of Interstate 35 tend to have a lower life expectancy compared to neighborhoods west of Interstate 35, ranging as low as 69 years old in East Austin and as high as 88 years old in West Austin. Data show that residents in historically underserved areas, particularly in East Austin, continue to experience shorter lifespans due to higher rates of chronic disease, fewer health care options, and limited access to other key . resources, pointing to the urgent need for place-based investments and equity-focused public health strategies to close the life expectancy gap and improve outcomes for all residents, and WHEREAS according to the CHA, the conditions of the neighborhoods where people live have a direct and lasting impact on health outcomes. Insecure housing, poor walkability, exposure to traffic dangers, and gaps in infrastructure don’t just limit mobility, they compound …
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 BYLAWS OF THE AUSTIN/TRAVIS COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH COMMISSION ARTICLE 1. NAME. The name of the board is Austin/Travis County Public Health Commission. ARTICLE 2. PURPOSE AND DUTIES. The purpose and duties of the board are as follows: The global COVID-19 pandemic illustrates the importance of having policy, plans, programs and operations ready to address public health crisis at a national, state and local level. The pandemic also reveals the importance of collaborative efforts to support public health and prioritize addressing health disparities as a central goal. The purpose of the joint Austin/Travis County Public Health Commission (“Commission”) is to: 1. Explore the best/evidence-based public health practices for areas that need improvement and provide recommendations; 2. Provide an annual recommendation for Austi City Council (“Council”) and Travis County Commissioners Court (“Commissioners Court”) action on the improvement of overall public health programs, projects, and services within the governing entities in the city and county; 3. Work to inform strategies that address health disparities that impact health outcomes for underserved patients and populations; 4. Gather input from the community on budget and programing recommendations to share with policy makers and health agencies annually; and 5. Report periodically to the Public Health Committee of the Council and to the Commissioners Court (or the appropriate committee thereof). ARTICLE 3. MEMBERSHIP. (A) The Commission shall include a balanced and diverse membership that represents a broad range of health and human services interests and lived experiences with members jointly appointed by the Council and the Commissioners Court. The Commission is composed of nine (9) regular members who serve staggered four-year terms, with four (4) or five (5) members, as appropriate, jointly appointed each even-numbered year by the Council and the Commissioners Court. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 (B) The Austin Travis County Health Authority and one designee each from Austin Public Health, Travis County Health and Human Services, and …
Enabling Timely Public Health Response Austin Public Health Department | 05.06.2026 The Gap Public health needs are clear, but execution is constrained. Data is slow Systems are disconnected New tools take too long 2 What We Built A rapid application development platform and an AI capability: 1. Inside City systems 2. Secure (Microsoft Azure-based) 3. Reusable + scalable 4. Already delivering working tools 3 What It Does From data to insight to action, this AI-enabled capability: 1. Detect signals earlier 2. Connect data across systems 3. Generate usable insights 4. Support real-time decisions 5. Support faster response 4 Proof: Austin Service Guide A working ‘Services’ navigator for Austin residents, built in days, with modern tools on existing data. What does it do? A resident has a conversation in ANY language and is matched to city, county, state, federal, and Nonprofit programs they qualify for. It includes an interactive map and no account is required; best of all, no forms to fill out to see if you qualify. The admin console gives staff a live view of demand, equity, and service gaps, by district, by language, by life event. 5 Missed Opportunity We are not using this at scale Recent initiatives required new funding External solutions were used Internal capability already exists 6 The Risk More missed opportunities Continued fragmentation Uncoordinated AI usage Higher long-term cost Slower response 7 The Recommendation 1. Recognize this as a City capability 2. Align it with governance (ATS + RADD) 3. Enable a path: pilot → review → production 8 What We Need From This Commission Use your role Acknowledge the public health value Support this as infrastructure Elevate to Council 9 Closing We built it. It works. It’s not scaled. Next step is alignment……. 10
AUSTIN TRAVIS COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH COMMISSION Wednesday, April 1st, 2026 AUSTIN TRAVIS COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, April 1st, 2026 The Austin Travis County Public Health Commission convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, April 1st, 2026, at 301 West 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Natalie Poindexter called the Austin Travis County Public Health Commission Meeting to order at 2:35 pm. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Natalie Poindexter, Chair Cara Dahlhausen Chris Crookham Jacob Whitty Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Jawad Ali Martha Lujan William Rice Board Members/Commissioners Absent: Enrique Lin Shiao, Vice Chair Ex-Officio and Staff in Attendance: Dr. Desmar Walkes, Austin/Travis County Public Health Authority Daniela Romero, Staff, Austin Public Health Juanita Jackson, Staff, Austin Public Health Ex-Officio and Staff in Attendance Remotely: Ana Almaguel Ex-Officio and Staff Absent: Adrienne Sturrup Perla Cavazos Megan Cermak PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Austin Travis County Public Health Commission regular meeting on April 1st, 2026. The minutes for the regular meeting of March 4th, 2026, were approved on Commissioner William Rice’s motion, Commissioner Jacob Whitty’s second on a 6-0 vote. (Absent: Commissioner Enrique Lin Shiao, Off-Dais: Commissioner Jawad Ali) DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. Presentation by Communities in Schools of Central Texas. Presentation by Jacob Reach, Chief of Operations and Maria I. Campos, Chief Advocacy Officer. Received updates from commissioners on assigned action items. Food Plan Update: Commissioner Lujan provided an update on the Austin/Travis County Food Plan implementation. CHW Workforce Advocacy: Commissioner Lujan reintroduced the topic of Community Health Workers (CHWs). Raised concerns regarding employment barriers for certified workers. Commissioner also requests a follow-up with Ricardo Garay and potentially inviting him back for a future presentation on CHW workforce data. Refugee Health Initiative: Commissioner Ali met with the refugee community to discuss health outcomes and explore opportunities to integrate members of the refugee community into Central Health’s Community Health Worker program. UT Engagement: Commissioner Crookham and Rice met with a UT School of Pharmacy professor regarding data and public health funding. While the contact was not the right match for the current Public Health funding recommendation, the relationship will be maintained for future technical or data-related needs. AI Integration: Commissioner Rice reported his research on incorporating AI into Public Health initiatives. Proposed starting a dialogue with the University of Texas to potentially have experts present on the practical applications of …
REGULAR MEETING SMALL AREA PLANNING JOINT COMMITTEE Wednesday, May 6th, 2026 11:30 AM Permitting and Development Center (PDC), Rm. 3004 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive Austin, TX 78752 Some members of the Small Area Plan Joint Committee may be participating by video conference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once, either in-person or remotely, and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register, call or email the board liaisons at 512-974-3170 or Samuel.Gonsoulin@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Ryan Puzycki, Chair Christian A Tschoepe, Vice Chair Nadia Barrera-Ramirez Brian C Bedrosian Casey Haney Luis D Osta Lugo Danielle Skidmore AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 3 speakers who sign up by noon (12:00 PM) the day before 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 1. Approve the minutes of the Small Area Planning Joint Committee meeting on March 10, 2026. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Discussion and possible action on a recommendation on case number C814-2008- 0087.02, South Shore PUD Addition. Austin Planning Staff: Jonathan Tomko, AICP, jonathan.tomko@austintexas.gov, (512) 974-1057. 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 Mark Walters at the Housing and Planning Department, at 512-974-7695, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Small Area Planning Joint Committee, please contact the liaison, Chase Gonsoulin at 512-974-3170, Samuel.Gonsoulin@austintexas.gov; or Donna Arwood at 512- 974-3440, donna.arwood@austintexas.gov. 2
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C814-2008-0087.02 (South Shore PUD Addition) DISTRICT: 3 ADDRESS: 1705 and 1717 South Lakeshore Boulevard; 1712 East Riverside Drive ZONING FROM: ERC-CMU TO: PUD (add approximately 1.4 acres to the PUD and increase maximum building height to 180 feet). SITE AREA: Approximately 1.4 acres (approximately 60,984 square feet) PROPERTY OWNER: Grayco SS Land 2011, LP and Morrison-Moore Properties, Ltd. AGENT: Armbrust & Brown, PLLC (Michael J. Whellan) CASE MANAGER: Jonathan Tomko (512) 974-1057, jonathan.tomko@austintexas.gov STAFF RECOMMEDATION: The Staff recommendation is to grant a second amendment to planned unit development (PUD) zoning, which would add approximately 1.4 acres to the PUD and increase maximum building height to 180 feet, with the following condition as outlined by Austin Parks and Recreation: • Parkland dedication requirements in effect at the time of site plan submittal apply to any proposed development on the tract, as described by City Code Title 25-1, Article 14 (Parkland Dedication). For a summary of the basis of Staff’s recommendation, please see the basis of recommendation section below. PLANNING COMMISSION / OTHER COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: Environmental Commission: The motion to recommend approval of the South Shore Planned Unit Development Amendment with conditions to Austin City Council was made on Commissioner Qureshi’s motion, seconded by Commissioner Krueger, and failed on a 5-1-1 vote. Those voting aye were Commissioners Luecke, Krueger, Qureshi, Morrison, and Sullivan. Commissioner Brimer voted nay. Commissioner Fleury abstained. Commissioners Bristol, Changsut, Fierro, and Moretta-Urdiales were absent. Parks and Recreation Board: The motion to recommend to Austin City Council to not approve the South Shore Planned Unit Development Amendment was approved on Board Member Franklin’s motion, Board Member Eubanks’ second on a 7-2 vote. Those voting aye were Board Members Abou-Emara, Eubanks, Franklin, Kearns-Osterweil, Merritt, Orme and Taylor. Those voting nay were Chair Bazan and Board Member Villalobos. Board Members Becker and Flowers absent. March 10, 2026 (PC): Postponed at the request of the applicant to March 24, 2026, Planning Commission meeting March 24, 2026 (PC): To grant PUD on the condition the applicant satisfy the parkland dedication requirements by doing one of the following: pay $1,300 per residential, hotel/ motel unit and dedicate the half acre parcel adjacent to the Heritage Oaks Neighborhood Park to the City of Austin, or Comply with the parkland dedication requirements in effect at the time of the site plan submittal. Motion by Commissioner Maxwell, seconded by Commissioner …
SMALL AREA PLANNING JOINT COMMITTEE MINUTES TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2026 SMALL AREA PLANNING JOINT COMMITTEE SPECIAL CALLED MEETING TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2026 MINUTES The SMALL AREA PLANNING JOINT COMMITTEE convened in a Special Called meeting on TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2026, at Permitting and Development Center (PDC) Rm. 3004 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive in Austin Texas. Chair Ryan Puzycki called the SMALL AREA PLANNING JOINT COMMITTEE Meeting to order at 11:40 a.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Ryan Puzycki, Chair Christian A Tschoepe Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Casey Haney, Vice Chair Danielle Skidmore PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None Present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Small Area Planning Joint Committee Regular Meeting on April 9, 2025. The minutes from the SMALL AREA PLANNING JOINT COMMITTEE regular meeting on April 9, 2025, were approved on Commissioner Danielle Skidmore’s motion, Commissioner Casey Haney’s second on a 4-0 vote. Commissioners Nadia Barrera-Ramirez, Luis D Osta Lugo and Brian Bedrosian were absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Conduct an emergency election for a Chair and Vice Chair. Commissioner Ryan Puzycki was elected as Chair on Commissioner Christian A Tschoepe’s motion, Commissioner Casey Haney’s second on a 4-0 vote. Commissioners Nadia Barrera-Ramirez, Luis D Osta Lugo and Brian Bedrosian were absent. 1 SMALL AREA PLANNING JOINT COMMITTEE MINUTES TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2026 Commissioner Casey Haney was elected as Vice Chair on Commissioner Ryan Puzycki’s motion, Commissioner Danielle Skidmore’s second on a 4-0 vote. Commissioners Nadia Barrera-Ramirez, Luis D Osta Lugo and Brian Bedrosian were absent. 3. Draft and approve 2026 Regular Meeting Schedule. The following amendment was made by Commissioner Ryan Puzycki and seconded by Commissioner Casey Haney. The amendment was to revise the 2026 Regular Meeting Schedule draft to strike August 12, 2026, and replace with September 9, 2026. The amendment was approved on a 4-0 vote. Commissioners Nadia Barrera-Ramirez, Luis D Osta Lugo and Brian Bedrosian were absent. The motion to approve the annual schedule was approved on Commissioner Christian A Tschoepe’s motion, seconded by Commissioner Danielle Skidmore on a 4-0 vote. Commissioners Nadia Barrera-Ramirez, Luis D Osta Lugo and Brian Bedrosian were absent. Draft and approve the 2025 Annual Internal Review and Report. The review and report cover the period from July 2024 through June 2025 (7/1/2024 to 06/30/2025). The motion to approve the annual report was approved on Commissioner Danielle Skidmore’s motion, seconded by Commissioner Christian A Tschoepe on a 4-0 vote. …
South Shore PUD Addition Planned Unit Development Amendment The Property The applicant is requesting to add the property into the adjacent South Shore PUD. The property is located along an Imagine Austin corridor and within an Imagine Austin center. The property is located at a forthcoming Austin Light Rail station. The property is currently developed as outdated, auto-oriented suburban-style commercial. The property is currently developed as outdated, auto-oriented suburban-style commercial. The Property Parks and Trails System Heritage Oaks Park Addition Within One-Mile Service Area Recap The site is located at a future Austin Light Rail Station – but is currently developed as auto-centric commercial. The applicant is seeking to add the property into an adjacent PUD to allow for transit-oriented development. This project will follow through on commitments made to the Contact Team. Applicant Proposal – Heritage Oaks Neighborhood Park
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER ADVISORY BOARD WEDNESDAY, MAY 6, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center 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 Michelle Rojas, 512-974-3771, Michelle.Rojas@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Angelica Navarro (D-8), Chair Hilario “Larry” Amaro (D-10), Member Noemi Castro (D-2), Member Alexander “Al” Duarte (D-7), Member John Estrada (D-3), Member Cynthia “Cy” Herrera (D-5), Member CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Lillian “Lily” Zamarripa-Saenz (Mayor), Vice Chair Lynda Quintana (D-6), Member Raul “Roy” Reyna (D-1), Member Selma Sanchez (D-9), Member Vacant (D-4), Member 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 Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB- MACC) regular meeting of April 1, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing on April and May programs, marketing and outreach efforts, signature event planning, and staffing updates. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) Presenter(s): Olivia Tamzarian, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Marketing & Outreach Representative, Austin Arts Culture, Music and Entertainment & Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager, Austin Arts Culture, Music and Entertainment DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. Update on Phase 2 Construction Project. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) Presenter(s): Heidi Tse, Capital Delivery Project Manager, Austin Capital Delivery Services Update on MACC Pocket Park Project. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) Presenter(s): Sue Hagerty, Project Manager, Austin Capital Delivery Services DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. 7. Review current working groups to assess membership status and determine whether to add or eliminate groups. (Sponsors: Herrera, Zamarripa-Saenz) Approve a recommendation in support of six Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Advisory Commission FY 26-27 budget recommendations. (Sponsors: Herrera, Navarro) Create a Latino/a/e Artist Access Program (LAAP) Working Group to collaborate on the redesign of the program, including the review of contracts, policies and procedures; oversight of equipment and …
ESB-MACC ADVISORY BOARD MEETING MINUTES APRIL 1, 2026 EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1, 2026 The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB-MACC) convened in a Regular meeting on April 1, 2026, at 301 W. 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. (Some members of the ESB-MACC Advisory Board participated via videoconference.) Chair Navarro called the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. The agenda was amended to move Item 5, “Conduct officer elections for the Chair and Vice Chair,” to the final Discussion and Action Item, Item 9. All remaining action items were reordered accordingly and moved up in sequence. Board Members in Attendance: Angelica Navarro, Lillian “Lily” Zamarripa-Saenz, Hilario “Larry” Amaro, Noemi Castro, Alexander “Al” Duarte (arrived at 6:14pm), John Estrada. Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Cynthia “Cy” Herrera, Raul “Roy” Reyna. Board Members Absent: Lynda Quintana, Selma Sanchez. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Speaker 1: Luis Ordaz Gutiérrez, Artistic Director of Proyecto Teatro, shared that Latino communities in the city had experienced significant and disproportionate disinvestment over the past 40 years, highlighting the prevalence of million-dollar investments benefiting primarily white institutions and questioned the lack of comparable funding advancing Latino culture. He expressed disappointment when he saw that the six recommendations presented during the March board meeting were not included on the April agenda, noting that they were developed by members of the cultural ecosystem to advance Latino culture. He urged the board to place those recommendations on a future agenda, emphasizing their importance and possibility to provide critical, potentially life-saving support for the Latino cultural ecosystem. Speaker 2: Hector Ordaz Gutiérrez, Audiovisual Director of Proyecto Teatro registered to speak on item 7 & 8. Speaker 3: Gonzalo Barrientos, Former State Senator stated that it took decades to establish the Mexican American Cultural Center. Following its establishment, challenges arose regarding organizational oversight and management. He explained that over the years he received numerous inquiries about the MACC and had typically referred individuals to the advisory committee or City Council. He expressed his willingness to assist the Board with specific matters when appropriate but stressed that the Board must represent the community’s interests. Mr. Barrientos drew attention to the importance of engaging with City Council members, noting that they play a key role in advancing initiatives and addressing community concerns. He provided an example involving a mural by …
5.6.26 MACC Staff Report Website - Facebook – Instagram Please share our social media posts, sign up for our newsletter, and check out our upcoming events! Casa de la Cultura Upcoming: Raices Vivas – Growing Families, Growing Roots Last Wednesday of the Month. First Workshop: May 27th 6:00pm – 7:00pm MACC Community Garden Join us as we learn the history and traditions of our favorite Mexican herbs, spices and vegetables by gardening and creating dishes from family recipes, herbal and botanical traditions. 5/27: Native Wildflowers (Community Planting Day) Join our community this May as we plant native wildflowers for our bees, bats and butterflies and sow seeds to celebrate Spring in the gardens. Cumbia Para MACC – Cumbia Dance Class June 8th – July 27th 7:00PM – 8:00PM MACC Dance Studio Join us for a dynamic, beginner-friendly dance workshop series celebrating the richness of Mexican culture through movement and music. Learn why cumbia is for everyone! This multi-week program introduces participants to foundational styles in cumbia through regional rhythms, while exploring the cultural traditions and history behind each dance. We focus on the styles of cumbia sonidera and cumbia tropical. Dulces a Traves del Tiempo – Dessert Making Workshop Series June 13th – July 25th MACC Cocina Join us for a six-week workshop series centered on Latinidad and the delicacies traditionally served at celebrations. Participants will learn the techniques, styles, and designs of multiple desserts, including buttercream piping, cake structuring & decorating, cookie decorating, and baking more traditional treats like polvorones. Through accessible, beginner-friendly instruction, students will dive deep into discussions of shared cultural experiences and create their own versions of desserts rooted in tradition, completing the series with a celebration of the skills learned and connections made. Students will walk away with a dessert after each workshop and a communal recipe book to inspire them to keep traditions alive for future generations Movimiento Ancestral - Toltec Inspirited Movement Coming June 2026 MACC Dance Studio Movimiento Ancestral is a grounding and empowering class inspired by Indigenous Mesoamerican traditions that honor the connection between body, breath, spirit, and the natural elements. Through intentional movement and mindful breathing, we explore symbolic postures that honor the four directions — East, South, West, and North — representing new beginnings, inner fire, emotional flow, and grounding wisdom. This Toltec postures invite participants to reconnect with their bodies, cultivate balance, and awaken inner strength while experiencing …
Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center May 3, 2026, Update Heidi Tse, Project Manager ESB MACC at dusk April 2026 KEY DATES: MACC programs begin Parking Lot Opens Grand Re-Opening April 27 May 1 June 6 PHASE 2 IMPROVEMENT PROJECT PROGRESS: Warranty Phase • Punchlist items are ongoing. • Replacement of plants from February frost complete. • Cleaning underway. HEATING HOT WATER LOOP REPAIR PROJECT: Construction Phase • Emergency Funding for repair is from Austin Facility Management Deferred Maintenance and MACC Parking Lot Improvement Fund. • Engaged utility contractor 4/2/2026 • Traffic Control Plan produced and submitted 4/17/26 in advance of Right-of-Way permit. • Underground Utilities Contractor begin mobilization 4/27/26. • Emergency Right-of-Way Permit issued on 4/28/26. • Demolition of 50% the area of suspected leak exposed. • Thunderstorms during April slowed demolition and proved challenging in identifying leak. • Additional isolation valves to be installed week of 5/4/26. • Target to complete repair prior to 6/6/26 Re-Opening.
Mexican American Cultural Center Pocket Park Capital Delivery Services | May 6, 2026 MACC Pocket Park 64 Rainey Street Gateway to the Mexican American Cultural Center Approx 6000 sq ft Approved for AIPP mural 2 MACC Pocket Park • Temporary park improvements installed Spring 2024 with donated benches. • Rotation list selection of Freese & Nichols for Design Services December 2025. • Presently still pending proposal for services • Request consideration of another rotation list selection or • Consideration of COA ESD Team with Landscape Architect Kimberly Gilbertson 3 Landscape Architecture by ESD • Violet Crown Trail South Whirlpool Patio • Mokan / Bolm Road Trailhead • BOLM / Shady / Airport AIPP Colab • East MLK AIPP Colab 4 Anticipated Timeline MACC Pocket Park Planning: Summer 2026 Consultant selection 2026 Bid/Award: Fall 2027 Advertising, Bidding and Award 2028 2027 Design: Fall 2026 to Summer 2027 Design and Permitting Construction: Fall 2027 to Summer 2028 Construction 5
ESB-MACC Advisory Board Working Groups Name Motion Members Budget Phase 2 Ethnographic Research 64 Rainey Music Hub Programming Grand Opening Motioned to create the Budget (FY26) working group. Lily Zamarripa-Saenz, Vice Chair Larry Amaro, Member Roy Reyna, Member Alternate Noemi Castro Angelica Navarro, Chair Lily Zamarripa-Saenz, Member Larry Amaro, Member John Estrada, Member Cy Herrera, Member Alternate Roy Reyna, Member Motioned to create new working group to include the new tasks of seeing project through successful completion up to issuance of certificate of occupancy, include RFQ validation and feedback process, continued community engagement, reprioritizing of Master Plan based on budget, advising on branding, and promoting and supporting the coordination of the grand opening. Motion to reinstate the Ethnographic Working Group to support the work of Cassie Smith’s Ethnographic research. Motioned to create a 64 Rainey Working Group that would follow the progress and development of the pocket park, consult with community members regarding development and progress, and address any task that may arise. Motion to create a working group to explore music hub programming. Goal is to advise MACC staff as needed. Purpose is to provide future funding and include programming to buildout the hub. Motion to create a working group dedicated to support MACC staff in preparation for the grand reopening of phase II. The working group will collaborate directly with MACC staff and be available at any capacity needed. Whether through event logistics, community outreach or general support to ensure a successful and meaningful Angelica Navarro, Chair Larry Amaro, Member Anthony Martinez, Member Cassie Smith (Community Member) Lily Zamarripa-Saenz, Member John Estrada, Member Lily Zamarripa-Saenz, Vice Chair Noemi Castro, Member John Estrada, Member Cy Herrera, Member Al Duarte, Member Angelica Navarro, Chair Lily Zamarripa-Saenz, Vice Chair Noemi Castro, Member Al Duarte, Member Roy Reyna, Member Maria Solis (Community Member) Hector Ordaz (Community Member) Awards of Excellence (AOE) Strategic Planning and Partnership reopening that reflects the culture and communities’ significance. Including consulting community members as needed and inviting them to meetings for public comment. Motioned to reestablish the Awards of Excellence Working Group to discuss nominations for 2026 awardees, selection committee, assistance with event planning, and details of set up and breakdown to provide support for MACC staff. Motion to create a Strategic Planning and Partnership Working Group to strengthen the long-term sustainability, visibility, and impact of the Cultural Center by guiding strategic direction and cultivating high-value partnerships Core …
Hispanic Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission FY26-27 Budget Recommendation Titles RECOMMENDATION 1: Latino Arts and Culture Community Navigator Program $125K ● Increase funding and social resources to ensure appropriate language accessibility for AACME Cultural Arts Funding Cycle, specifically in Spanish ● Ensure funding is proportional to representation of community RECOMMENDATION 2: Spanish-language Contracts for City of Austin Cultural Arts Contractors $10K RECOMMENDATION 3: Emergency Funding for Latino Cultural Artists Possible alternate names for the recommendation: Emergency Cultural Arts Grants for Latino Artists $1.5 Million RECOMMENDATION 4: Capital Improvement Funding for the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center - Phase 2 $6 Million RECOMMENDATION 5: $1 Million Funding for the Latino Artist Residency Program (LARP) at the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Possible alternate names for the recommendation: Latino Artist Residency Program (LARP) at the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican AMerican Cultural Center Reestablishing the Latino Artist Residency Program (LARP) at the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican AMerican Cultural Center RECOMMENDATION 6: Explore alternative funding resources for Cultural Arts, specifically state legislation that would increase the 15% HOT Tax fund cap for funding programs $50K BOARD / COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission Recommendation Number: (20260324-XXX) Latino Arts & Cultural Community Navigator Program WHEREAS, approximately 32% of Austin’s population identifies as Hispanic or Latino 1; and WHEREAS, 31% of Austinites speak a language other than English at home, with Spanish the predominant language spoken in the City 2; and WHEREAS, Austin has a long history of systemic racism and racial inequity that continues today. Throughout history, communities of color have been excluded, marginalized, and discriminated against as a result of City policies and practices. This history was reinforced by segregationist policies throughout the 20th century affecting a range of Austin venues, including schools, public parks, and commercial businesses, among others, and WHEREAS, Spanish-speaking cultural arts organizations and individual artists continue to face inequitable access to Cultural Arts resources and services as a result of systemic and racial inequity, but also due to evolving City policies and the implementation of new procedures that fail to be culturally responsive and do not adequately address language access; and WHEREAS, The City of Austin’s Latino and Spanish-speaking community continues to voice the need for culturally-sensitive assistance, including and not limited to: 1. Application navigation 2. Access to Spanish-language contracts and grant agreements 3. Accurate, culturally competent Spanish translations of …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATIONS UNDER REVIEW FOR MAY 6, 2026 MEETING This list does not constitute a formal agenda and is subject to change. A final agenda will be posted at least 3 business days prior to the meeting. 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. Speaker Registration will open once the formal agenda is posted. For questions, please email preservation@austintexas.gov. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Historic Landmark Commission regular meeting on April 1, 2026. BRIEFINGS 2. 3. 4. Staff briefing regarding the Castleman-Bull and Trask House by Kalpana Sutaria, Project Manager, Capital Delivery Services. Staff briefing regarding 1207 W. 45th St. by Kalan Contreras, Planner Principal, Historic Preservation Office, Austin Planning. Briefing regarding 916 Congress Ave. by Patrick Georgiou, Project Manager, Build Austin TX. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 5. 6. PR-2026-008188 – 1005 E. 8th St. Robertson/Stuart & Mair Local Historic District Council District 1 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building. (Postponed by applicant on April 1, 2026) Applicant: Robbie MacGregor City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 HR-2026-021800 – 1107 W. 9th St. Castle Hill Local Historic District Council Distri ct 9 Proposal: Remodel a contributing house. (Postponed by applicant on April 1, 2026) Applicant: Nathan Griffith City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 7. 8. 9. PR-2026-030431; HR-2026-044138; C14H-2009-0034 – 1403 Hardouin Ave. Catterall-Thornberry House Council District 10 Proposal: Demolish a garage and construct a new accessory building. Applicant: Hector Avila City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 PR-2026-034138; HR-2026-042333; C14H-2006-0038 – 1901 Cliff St. Cranfill House Council District 9 Proposal: Construct an addition. Applicant: Stephen Hawkins City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 PR-2026-032504; HR-2026-036164 – 304 W. 42nd St. Hyde Park Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building and construct a new residence. Applicant: Jennifer Alonzi City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 National Register Historic District Permit Applications 10. 11. 12. PR-2026-030473 – 1511 Rainbow Bend Old West Austin National Register Historic District Council District 10 Proposal: Demolish a ca. 1935 contributing building. Applicant: Clean Tag Permits City Staff: Kalan …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS 301 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Historic Landmark Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live CURRENT COMMISSIONERS X BEN HEIMSATH, CHAIR (D-8) AB CARL LAROSCHE (D-6) X ROXANNE EVANS, VICE CHAIR (D-2) X TREY MCWHORTER (D-10) X JEFFREY ACTON (MAYOR) X TONYA PLEASANT-WRIGHT (D-1) X JAIME ALVAREZ (D-7) X JUDAH RICE (D-4) X HARMONY GROGAN (D-5) AB BAT TANIGUCHI (D-9) X KEVIN KOCH (D-3) DRAFT MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: 6:03PM 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. Meghan King Namour gave updates on Preservation Austin. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Historic Landmark Commission regular meeting on March 4, 2026. MOTION: Approve the minutes per passage of the consent agenda, on a motion by Commissioner Koch. Commissioner Grogan seconded the motion. Vote 9-0. The motion passed. BRIEFINGS 2. 3. 4. 5. Staff briefing regarding the Downtown Density Bonus Program Update by Alan Pani, Planner Principal, Austin Planning. Staff briefing on FY26 Heritage Preservation Grants by Kristina Koufos, Project Coordinator, Heritage Tourism Division, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment (AACME). Staff briefing regarding the Barton Springs Bridge Project by Eric Bailey, Department Director, Capital Delivery Services. Meghan King Namour spoke. Tere O’Connell spoke. Lori Martin spoke. Bill Bunch spoke. Briefing regarding 1010 E. Cesar Chavez St. by Ingrid Gonzalez Featherston, AIA, Senior Architect, MF Architecture; Sarah Johnson, AIA, Principal Architect, MF Architecture; Sam Covey; Adam Lucas. Meghan King Namour spoke. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS Historic Zoning 6. C14H-2026-0018 – 1906 Maple Ave. Thompson House Council District 1 Proposal: Commission-initiated historic zoning. Applicant: Historic Landmark Commission City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends the proposed zoning change from family residence-historic district-neighborhood plan (SF-3-HD-NP) to family residence-historic landmark-historic district-neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-HD-NP) combining district zoning. Catalina Berry spoke in favor of historic zoning. Stephen Webb spoke in favor of historic zoning. Marilynn Poole Webb spoke in favor of historic zoning. Mary Kahle spoke in favor of historic zoning. Meghan King Namour spoke in favor of historic zoning. Lori Martin spoke in favor of historic zoning. MOTION: Close the public …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION May 6, 2026 Briefing: Demolition Permit Applications for Property Owned by Religious Organizations 1207 West 45th Street 3 – 1 Purpose Texas Local Government Code § 211.0165 provides municipal authority for historic landmark designation. In 2019, the Texas Legislature amended that authority through House Bill 2496, 86 (R). In addition to introducing a supermajority requirement for landmark designation over owner objection, the bill mandated that property owned by a religious organization may not be designated without owner consent. Per the attached 2021 memo to the Historic Landmark Commission, to comply with city code and state law, the Historic Preservation Office must administratively approve all applications for the demolition or relocation of a building owned by a religious organization without first scheduling a hearing at the Historic Landmark Commission. At Regular Meetings, as necessary, staff provide the Commission with a briefing regarding any such action taken since the prior Commission meeting. Prior Action The property at 1207 West 45th Street, owned by a religious organization, was approved for demolition on April 7, 2026. It was constructed in 1938 for the Trinity Lutheran Church. Partial demolition of more than 50% of the building’s exterior is proposed. Source: demolition permit application, 2026 3 – 2 3 – 3
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Certificate of Appropriateness May 6, 2026 PR-2026-008188; GF-2026-025308 Robertson/Stuart & Mair Historic District 1005 East 8th Street 4 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1906 house listed as contributing to a local historic district. Architecture The house at 1005 East 8th St. was likely originally constructed as a single story building, with the sloping elevation of the site creating a crawlspace or cellar to the east side of the building footprint. Since its construction, this has been enclosed, and a rear addition built, increasing the enclosed area of the building. However, the U-shaped form and Folk Victorian elements still read legibly, and decorative elements, especially at the front porch and gable ends, remain present. The integrity of the architecture is strong and the property remains contributing to the Robertson/Stuart & Mair historic district. Research For the first 30 years after construction, the property went through a series of renters, made up of families and individuals employed by various local industries and services, including carpenters, foundry workers, and porters. The first long term owners were Ernest & Marie Kemp, who operated a local grocery. Marie Kemp continued to live at the address after her husband’s death, but by the 1950s, the property was vacant before becoming subdivided for oil industry and other professional offices. A third housing unit was added in 1970, indicating that this property continued use as residential rentals. An overnight fire occurred at the property on November 12th, 20251. Department Comments This application will time out on July 15, 2026. Property Evaluation The property contributes to the Robertson/Stuart & Mair Historic District. Staff Recommendation Grant the applicant-requested postponement to the June 3, 2026 Historic Landmark Commission meeting. 1 “Firefighter injured in East Austin house fire, investigation underway”. https://cbsaustin.com/news/local/afd-responding-to- house-fire-in-east-austin-no-injuries-reported Location Map 4 – 2 Property Information Photos 4 – 3 Texas Historical Commission, photograph, May 29, 1975. The Portal to Texas History. Google Streetview, 2024 Occupancy History City Directory Research, March 2026 4 – 4 1959 1957 1955 1952 1949 1947 1944 1941 1939 1935 1932 1929 1927 1924 1922 1920 1918 1916 1914 1912 1909 1906 Offices: Norman Texas Company; Roche Oil Company; Pierre Aubuchon, engineer; Hamco Oil & Drilling Vacant Vacant Joseph & Maria Tamayo, owners; painter at South Lamar Automotive Service Same as above Alfredo, Joseph, and Maria Tamayo, renters; mechanic at Bergstrom Airfield Anna Kamp, widow of EG, owner …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Certificates of Appropriateness May 6, 2026 HR-2026-021800 Castle Hill Historic District 1107 West 9th Street 5 – 1 Proposal Renovate existing house. The non-contributing rear house will also be modified. Project Specifications 1) Replace existing siding with painted wood ship lap. 2) Construct new 8’0” steel fence. 3) Replace existing undivided windows with wood 1:1 windows at first floor, fixed-pane undivided square windows at dormers, and fixed-pane picture window at existing picture window. 4) Construct rear addition with dormer. 5) Remove chimney from east dormer. 6) Replace existing roof with flat terra cotta tiles and metal shingles at rear addition. Architecture A 2010 historic zoning application describes the building as follows: The house is one-and-a-half stories with a hipped roof, hipped dormers, and a wraparound porch…Above the front door there is a transom, an integral part of architecture of the period as well…The house still has 7 working transoms throughout the inside, which helped to circulate the air between rooms…The house has had a number of changes over the years. The house first appears on the 1922 Sanborn Fire Insurance Company map and shows a smaller footprint…[it] had a porch stretching all the way across the front of the house and another one along the east side. …Between 1922 and 1935, design of the house was modified to include a bay window, extend the sides and include a small porch in the middle of the back of the house. In 1962 the house was modified again — the bay window was brought forward a few feet onto the porch to create a larger living room inside — which eliminated the front porch in front of this window, and the back part of the side porch was enclosed to enlarge the bedroom. In 2008 the kitchen…was extended slightly to the rear…In 2010 the front porch was restored to again extend all the way across the front of the house (and free one of the original porch pillars from the wall built in 1962) by moving a modified version of the bay window back (Tim Cuppett was also the architect for this project). All of the finishes and details on the outside of the house are original with the exception of the new bay window.1 However, former Historic Preservation Officer Steve Sadowsky noted that the 2010 addition likely destroyed original fabric at the front of the house: …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: C14W2010-0022 HLC DATE: PC DATE: June 28. 2010 July26, 2010 December 13, 2010 February 22, 2011 APPLICANTS: Albert Percival, III and Kevin “Chuck” Hughes, owners HISTORIC NAME: Bones-Stokes House WATERSHED: Shoal Creek ADDRESS OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE: 1107 w qth Street ZONING FROM: SF3NP to SF3H-NP SUMMARY STAFF RECOMMENI)ATION: Staff cannot recommend the proposed zoning change from family residence — neighborhood plan (SF-3-NP) combining district to family residence — historic landmark — neighborhood plan (SF3-H-NP) combining district zoning because of recent significant modifications to the front of the house. The house is in the proposed Castle Hill Local Historic District. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LANDMARK DESIGNATION: Staff cannot recommend this house for designation as a historic landmark because the architectural character of the house changed substantially in the last year. The house had a projecting canted bay on the right side of the façade, which staff believes was original to the house in form, despite depictions on historical Sanhorn Fire Insurance Company maps. The canted bay was pushed forward several feet in a 1962 remodeling of the house, but still retained its essential form, if not location. In 2010, the owners replaced the canted bay with a boxed picture window, which, while sensitively designed, has compromised the historic appearance of the house to the extent that staff cannot recommend the house for individual designation as it no longer retains sufficient integrity of materials and design to convey’ its historic appearance. HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ACTION: June 28, 2010: Postponed the case to July 26, 2010 at staffs request so that the applicants could meet with the Certificate of Appropriateness Committee for discussion of the new window on the July 26, 2010: Recommended denial of the proposed zoning façade of the house. change from SF3NP to SF3HNP due to the recent installation of the front window which has compromised the historic appearance of the house. Vote: 6-0 (Kleon absent). NOTE: The applicants were not present at the July 26, 2010 hearing and request a re-hearing of their application. December 13, 2010: The Commission’s action on July 26, 2010 to recommend denial of the proposed zoning change was not rescinded. The motion to rescind failed on a vote of 2-4 (Limbacher, Hansen. Kleon and Meyers opposed; Rosato absent). PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: Recommended denial of the proposed zoning change from SF-3-NP to SF-3-H-NP due to the modifications to the front …
March 24, 2026 Kalan Contreras Principal Planner, Historic Preservation Office Austin Planning Dear Ms. Contreras, Here are responses to your questions: Q1: Will the existing window screens remain on the windows? It’s a little hard to tell in the photos, but it looks like there are currently exterior storm screens installed. Response: No. The windows will be replaced, including the screens. Q2: Will window openings at the main elevation change in size at all? Response: Yes. Two windows will be added to the living room, beside the existing two windows, matching the same size and proportion. Additionally, two windows at the dormer will be replaced with three. Q3: Will the height of the existing dormers change to accommodate the new windows? Response: No. Q4: Are there historic photos of the building showing a precedent for the tile roof? Response: Unknown. We could not find historic photos of the building. Q5: Could you please provide a close-up of the existing door and sidelight/transom? It’s a little hard to see in the photos provided on the plans. Response: Yes. See attached photo. Q6: Do you know when the existing trim was installed? (I’m assuming it was back in 2010ish when the front bay window was modified, but it will help to know if the trim appears older that that.) Response: No. Q7: Is the chimney to be removed entirely? Response: Yes. Q8: Can you include images of the proposed fence and gate to be installed? Response: No. The fence and gate have not yet been designed. Sincerely, Nathan Griffith, AIA Senior Project Manager 807 Brazos Street, Suite 800 Austin, Texas 78701 1001 Bannock Street, Suite 40, Denver, CO 80204 www.anderssonwise.com 512 476 5780 807 Brazos Street, Suite 800 Austin, Texas 78701 1001 Bannock Street, Suite 40, Denver, CO 80204 www.anderssonwise.com 512 476 5780
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Certificate of Appropriateness May 6, 2026 PR-2026-030431; HR-2026-044138; C14H-2009-0034 Catterall-Thornberry House 1403 Hardouin Avenue 6 – 1 Proposal Demolish a rear garage structure at a landmarked property and construct a detached structure in a similar location. Project Specifications 1) Demolish a rear, detached garage and ancillary structure, constructed in 1979 but listed in the Old West Austin National Register nomination as a contributing property. 2) Construct a two-story structure, which includes a two-car garage and living areas. Architecture The main, landmarked house is a two-story, symmetrical example of the Colonial Revival style in the Old West Austin National Register district. The main elevation is three bays, with the front entry slightly elevated and accessed by a small brick porch which is covered a decorative flat porch roof. This roof is supported by decorative columns at the corners. The roof is a side gable assembly and there is an addition to the rear of one side, built in the same style. Behind the house, a 1979, single-story garage is present and clad in similar siding, which makes it appear as though it were contemporary to the main house. Design Standards The City of Austin’s Historic Design Standards (March 2021) are based on the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation and are used to evaluate projects at historic landmarks. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Residential new construction 1. Location The proposed accessory building is to be in the same general location as the existing garage. It is held in from the side of the lot at a similar distance as well. The proposed design will be minimally visible from the street and matches the location of similar structures at other contributing properties in the district. 2. Orientation The main entry to the new structure will be towards the driveway, similar to the existing. This is in keeping with other garage structures in the district, and the orientation will not supersede the main structure in visibility. 3. Scale, massing, and height As a two story structure behind a two story main house, there is potentially some concern about its scale. However, a low roof pitch and minimal floor height allow the proposed design to be lower than the main house. The massing is compact and subordinate, and it meets the Design Standards. 4. Proportions While there is not a language of two-story garage structures …
April 10, 2026 APPLICATION FOR HISTORIC REVIEW Catterall-Thornberry House 1403 Hardouin Ave. Austin, TX 78703 HISTORIC DESIGNATION OVERVIEW • National Register Historic District: Old West Austin National Historic District • City of Austin Historic Landmark ARCHITECTURE The Catterall-Thornberry House is a 1938 Colonial Revival home designed by Louis. C. Page, Jr., one of the founders of the firm that would eventually become PageSoutherlandPage (later Page now Stantec). The original home underwent a renovation in 1979 that included the addition of the current accessory garage structure, for which an application to demolish has already been submitted to the Historic Landmark Commission. The proposed new construction to be considered is an accessory structure with a garage, home office, workout room, and garden room. The new design’s form works carefully within the limitations of the site. A protected cedar elm, utility easements from rear powerlines and underground electrical utilities on the driveway access placed strict limitations on the area which could reasonably be built upon. The resultant angled form works itself around the large tree and utility features. The design tucks the structure behind the existing house to preserve the appearance of the historic property from the street in the same manner as the existing, non-historic detached garage (demolition permit has been filed separately). The street view is additionally shielded by a large magnolia tree and shrubbery that sits between the Catterall-Thornberry House and the neighboring home, which blocks views into the rear yard around the side of the house when viewed from an angle. The new structure also reflects the angle of the existing garage which we found was necessary to allow space for car pull-out and to maintain the current level of impact on the root zone of the historic tree. The scale of the new structure works with the historic design guidelines, with the height not exceeding the apex of the original structure. The gabled roof’s slope and orientation reflects that of the original house in a contemporary language. The vertical Hardi siding will reflect the material scale of the wood siding of the historic house but turned 90 degrees. The shadowy grey-green of the exterior will serve to help the building recede visually under the trees in the backyard. The oculus allows a major limb of the historic tree to pass through the roof. Pollen Architecture & Design 1224 East 12th St, #210 Austin, TX 78702 512.499.0888 pollenarchitecture.com ABBREVIATIONS: …
