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The Property at 9th + Shelley has several unique physical conditions making development on the site difficult: - There are three contributing historic structures that are protected from demolition, and under the requirements of the Castle Hill Historic District design standards. - Narrow North / South dimension of the site, resulting in limited allowable footprint. - This is the only property in the Castle Hill Historic District that is surrounded by three public streets further limiting where development is allowed. The combination of these constraints creates a hardship that is unique to the site, and is not present on other properties within the Castle Hill Historic District. 1202 W. 9th St ITEM07/1-PRESENTATION SITE site context ITEM07/2-PRESENTATION C SITE CASTLE HILL HISTORIC DISTRICT site context ITEM07/3-PRESENTATION CASTLE HILL HISTORIC DISTRICT SITE site context - enlarged ITEM07/4-PRESENTATION " 4 / 3 4 - ' 2 " 3 - ' 0 2 " 0 - ' 5 1 " 8 - ' 9 1 " 0 - ' 5 " 4 / 3 7 - ' 9 2 K C A B T E S G N N O Z E S A B I ' 0 1 K C A B T E S Y T I L I B T A P M O C I ' 5 1 " 0 - ' 5 1 " 0 - ' 5 1 " 2 / 1 7 - ' 9 4 . T S Y E L L E H S 29' - 4 3/4" EXISTING 2-STORY GARAGE 15' BASE ZONING SETBACK 5' BASE ZONING SETBACK 15' COMPATIBILITY SETBACK EXISTING 2-STORY HOUSE 25' BASE ZONING SETBACK EXISTING 1-STORY HOUSE (NOT IN SCOPE) . T S O C N A L B EXISTING CONDITIONS existing structures 9TH ST. ITEM07/5-PRESENTATION Q E Q E Q E 8' - 6" 8' - 6" " 0 - ' 7 1 " 0 - ' 7 1 15' BASE ZONING SETBACK . T S Y E L L E H S K C A B T E S G N N O Z E S A B I ' 0 1 K C A B T E S Y T I L I B T A P M O C I ' 5 1 5' BASE ZONING SETBACK 15' COMPATIBILITY SETBACK 8' - 6" 8' - 6" " 0 - ' 7 1 " 0 - ' …
DATE: Monday November 14, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C15-2022-0061 CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet Item 6 ___Y____Thomas Ates ___Y____Brooke Bailey ___Y____Jessica Cohen ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne ___Y____Barbara Mcarthur ___Y____Darryl Pruett ___-____Agustina Rodriguez OUT ___-____Richard Smith OUT ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen ___-____Nicholl Wade OUT ___Y____Kelly Blume (Alternate) ___Y____Carrie Waller (Alternate) ___-____Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) ABSTAINED APPLICANT: Nikelle Meade OWNER: Cortlandt Chalfant ADDRESS: 1401 E 3RD ST VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section(s) 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum interior side yard setback from 5 feet (required) to 2.77 feet (requested) in order to complete a Single-Family residence in a “SF-3-NP”, Single- Family Residence-Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (East Cesar Chavez Neighborhood Plan) BOARD’S DECISION: JULY 11, 2022 The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Board member Michael Von Ohlen motions to postpone to September 12, 2022; Board member Melissa Hawthorne seconds on a 10-1 vote (Board member Barbara Mcarthur nay); POSTPONED TO SEPTEMBER 12, 2022. POSTPONED TO OCTOBER 10, 2022 BY APPLICANT VARIANCE REQUEST: RENOTICE-The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section(s) 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum street side yard setback from 15 feet (required) to 10 feet (requested) in order to complete a Single-Family residence and accessory dwelling ITEM8/1 unit in a “SF-3-NP”, Single-Family Residence-Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (East Cesar Chavez Neighborhood Plan) BOARD’S DECISION: POSTPONED TO NOVEMBER 14, 2022 The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Board member Michael Von Ohlen motions to Approve with conditions that the project not deviate from rendering on drawing Item 6/11 and floor plan Item 6/10 and a friendly amendment to limit to 0.4 FAR; Board member Melissa Hawthorne second on 9-0-1 vote (Board member Marcel Gutierrez-Garza abstained); GRANTED WITH CONDITIONS THAT THE PROJECT NOT DEVIATE FROM RENDERING ON DRAWING ITEM 6/11 AND FLOOR PLAN ITEM 6/10 AND A FRIENDLY AMENDMENT TO LIMIT TO 0.4 FAR. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: the regulations only permit a structure approximately 15’ in width and 32% buildable area on the lot, this width does not adequately allow for the functional layout of interior rooms and forces the creation of a structure that does not blend in well with the community standard. 2. (a) The hardship for which the …
ITEM8/34 CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet D-7 DATE: Monday July 11, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C15-2022-0061 ___Y____Thomas Ates ___Y____Brooke Bailey ___Y____Jessica Cohen ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne ___N____Barbara Mcarthur ___Y____Ryan Nill ___Y____Darryl Pruett ___-____Agustina Rodriguez OUT ___-____Richard Smith OUT ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen ___Y____Nicholl Wade ___-____Kelly Blume (Alternate) N/A ___Y____Carrie Waller (Alternate) ___Y____Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) APPLICANT: Nikelle Meade OWNER: Cortlandt Chalfant ADDRESS: 1401 3RD ST VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section(s) 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum interior side yard setback from 5 feet (required) to 2.77 feet (requested) in order to complete a Single-Family residence in a “SF-3-NP”, Single- Family Residence-Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (East Cesar Chavez Neighborhood Plan) BOARD’S DECISION: JULY 11, 2022 The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Board member Michael Von Ohlen motions to postpone to September 12, 2022; Board member Melissa Hawthorne seconds on a 10-1 vote (Board member Barbara Mcarthur nay); POSTPONED TO SEPTEMBER 12, 2022. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: ITEM8/35 (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property, will not impair the use of adjacent conforming property, and will not impair the purpose of the regulations of the zoning district in which the property is located because: ______________________________ Elaine Ramirez Executive Liaison ____________________________ Jessica Cohen Madam Chair for ITEM8/36 August 26, 2022 The Board of Adjustment c/o Elaine Ramirez Planner Senior and Board of Adjustment Liaison City of Austin Development Services Department 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr Austin, Texas 78752 Re. Request for Second Postponement: Case No. C15-2022-0061; Request for Side Yard Setback Variance to Preserve Existing Single-Family Home with Accessory Apartment at 1401 E. 3rd Street, Austin, 78702 On behalf of the owner of the above referenced Property, we respectfully request an additional postponement of the case to October 10th to allow additional time to continue our discussions with the neighboring property owner and the East Cesar Chavez Neighborhood Plan Contact Team. We have begun discussions with them regarding a workable resolution of this matter and need some additional time to complete those discussions and …
ITEM8/76 ITEM8/77 ITEM8/78 RE: 1401 E 3rd Street Setback Variance Request CASE # C15-2020-0020 Board of Adjustment, As a neighbor, I received notification regarding the side-setback variance request for 1401 E 3rd Street. I am writing to respectfully request that the board of adjustment deny this request on a life safety basis. As sited, the building presents a hazard to persons and property. In addition to increasing the opportunity for fire propagation between structures, the limited side lot setback: Does not meet the accessibility and visitability requirements defined in section R320.7; Fails to ensure emergency fire egress via the Restricts fi ability to engage a structure-involved fire at 1401 or 1403 E 2nd Street. accessible ground-floor exits; As you consider this variance request, please keep these measurements in mind: 82 inches. At the northeast corner of the structure, the as-built clearance between 1401 E 3rd Street and the abutting historic structure at 1403 E 3rd Street official side-lot setbacks call - -built clearance is 68% of what is required. 43 inches. As currently built, the width of the first-floor entrance sidewalk is 43 properties is not on the lot line, this clearance is not guaranteed going forward. 18 inches. The approximate distance that the exiting fence built by Durham Trading Partners encroaches on the abutting property at 1403 E 3rd Street . Note that the existing sidewalk straddles over the lot line by approximately 10 33 inches. If the abutting property owner ever moves the fence to the lot line, the width of the first-floor entrance sidewalk will be reduced to a non-ADA compliant width of . Consider also the explanation in th letter: [Durham Partners used] an incorrect version of development guidelines do not allow for this type of error. Per t The Inspections flowchart, all pre-foundation development activities are predicated upon the completion a third-party form survey. more than reasonable to expect a professional developer to do so. development process successfully. It is While I am sympathetic to the fact that Durham Trading Partners has invested a lot of time and money in this Approving this variance request retroactively will effectively permit an inexcusable life safety hazard to persist for decades. This not only sets a poor precedent but also exposes the City to increased risk and liability. Sincerely, David Brearley ITEM8/79 EXHIBITS In practice, the as-built clearance is already quite tight and restricted. If the abutting property …
ITEM8/115 ITEM8/116 ITEM8/117 From: To: Subject: Date: Ramirez, Elaine FW: 1401 East Third Monday, May 11, 2020 2:34:48 PM My original email to City staff questioning the construction at 1401 E 3rd. From: Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 1:02 PM To: DSD Help Cc: Subject: 1401 East Third This message is from Jeff Thompson. [ bc-jeffrey.thompson@austintexas.gov ] I sit on the Planning Commission and one of the residents in my district asked me about a new house going up at 1401 E 3rd Street, 78702. It appears to have approved plans for less than the required set back, but there was never a BOA hearing or other variance. Can you please explain how they are allowed to build so close to another house and within the set back? Jeffrey Thompson Boards and Commissions Scheduled Meeting Disclosure Information: Written disclosure is required by visitors when attending a scheduled meeting with a City Official regarding a municipal question for compensation on behalf of another person. Anyone scheduling or accepting a meeting invitation with a City Official must either acknowledge that the disclosure requirement does not apply or respond to the following survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BCVisitorLog IMPORTANT NOTICE: The City of Austin provides e-mail addresses for members of its boards and commissions for their use as board members. This address should not be used for private or personal messages. The views expressed in e-mail messages reflect the views of the authors alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views of any board or commission of which the author may be a member. In particular, the views expressed here do not necessarily reflect those of the City of Austin, or any of its departments, employees or officials. E-mail messages may be subject to required public disclosure under the Texas Public Information Act. ITEM8/118 From: Subject: Date: Attachments: FW: 1401 E 3rd Street Monday, May 11, 2020 2:42:25 PM image002.png image003.png image004.png D5619B4E5E1648509A9623C8BE4D07E6.png 8FF5708083434FEA868AB1891DEEC906.png Several weeks later I’m still chasing the issue. You can see from the pictures that the development is still in early stages. The response is : inspector will notice. To be told now that the inspector didn’t raise the issue early enough is frustrating. From: Sent: Friday, March 2, 2018 4:13 PM To: Subject: Fwd: 1401 E 3rd Street Jeff Thompson Planning Commission D3 Begin forwarded message: From: "Johns, Renee" <Renee.Johns@austintexas.gov> Date: March 2, 2018 at 3:00:04 PM CST To: "Thompson, Jeffrey - …
ITEM8/155 ITEM8/156 ITEM8/157 ITEM8/158 ITEM8/159 ITEM8/160 BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2022-0061 BOA DATE: July 11th, 2022 ADDRESS: 1401 E. 3rd St OWNER: Cortlandt Chalfant COUNCIL DISTRICT: 3 AGENT: Nikelle Meade ZONING: SF-3-NP LEGAL DESCRIPTION: W 35.6FT OF N138FT OF W193.4 OLT 20 DIVISION O VARIANCE REQUEST: reduce interior side setback from 5 ft. to 2.77 ft. SUMMARY: complete construction of a Single-Family residence ISSUES: layout error during construction ZONING LAND USES Site North South East West SF-3-NP SF-3-NP SF-3-H-NP SF-3-NP SF-3-NP Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Independent School District Austin Lost and Found Pets Austin Neighborhoods Council Barrio Unido Neighborhood Assn. Bike Austin Capital Metro Del Valle Community Coalition East Austin Conservancy East Cesar Chavez Neighborhood Association East Cesar Chavez Neighborhood Plan Contact Team El Concilio Mexican-American Neighborhoods Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Greater East Austin Neighborhood Association Guadalupe Neighborhood Development Corporation Homeless Neighborhood Association Neighborhood Empowerment Foundation Neighbors United for Progress Preservation Austin SELTexas Sierra Club, Austin Regional Group Tejano Town ITEM8/161 I July 1, 2022 Nikelle Meade 111 Congress Ave Suite 1400 Austin, TX 78701 Re: C15-2022-0061 Dear Nikelle, Property Description: W 35.6FT OF N138FT OF W193.4 OLT 20 DIVISION O Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance request from LDC Section 25-2-492 at 1401 East 3rd Street. Austin Energy does not oppose the request, provided that any proposed or existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s Clearance & Safety Criteria, the National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA requirements. Any removal or relocation of existing facilities will be at the owner’s/applicant’s expense. Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements which are additional conditions of the above review action: https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/utilities_criteria_manual?nodeId=S1AUENDECR_1 .10.0CLSARE If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Cody Shook, Planner II Austin Energy Public Involvement | Real Estate Services 2500 Montopolis Drive Austin, TX 78741 (512) 322-6881 Cody.Shook@austinenergy.com ITEM8/162 ITEM8/163 ITEM8/164 ITEM8/165 ITEM8/166 ITEM8/167 ITEM8/168 ITEM8/169 ITEM8/170 ITEM8/171 ITEM8/172 ITEM8/173 ITEM8/174 ITEM8/175 ITEM8/176 ITEM8/177 ITEM8/178 ITEM8/179 June 24, 2022 The Board of Adjustment c/o Elaine Ramirez Planner Senior and Board of Adjustment Liaison City of Austin Development Services Department 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr Austin, Texas 78752 Re. Request for Sideyard Setback Variance to Preserve Existing Single-Family Home with Accessory Apartment at …
Variance Reconsideration Request 1401 E 3rd St C15-2022-0061 The Board of Adjustment December 12, 2022 Item __ Cort Chalfant (Nexus Series B, LLC, Owner) ITEM08/1--PRESENTATION Overview Seeking a reconsideration of the specific language in the motion that led to the 9-0 unanimous approval of our side yard variance request at the BOA meeting of 11/14/22. ITEM08/2--PRESENTATION You may recall… This is what we propose to demolish/replace. ITEM08/3--PRESENTATION …this is what we propose to replace it with. • Unit A: 2/2.5 • Unit B: Total: 1/1 1,650 sf 650 sf 2,300 / 4,967 sf site 2 cars parking on-site 1 car parking on-site 46.3% FAR ITEM08/4--PRESENTATION The Motion Motion by Board member Von Ohlen was to approve, which carried unanimously. However: • He asked if we would stipulate to build as presented (subject to minor alterations). I agreed. No problem. • He asked if we would stick to the 40% FAR “as provided by the Code”. I said “this is a question best answered by the architect”. The architect was an approved speaker and responded on the phone but couldn’t be heard. • Since attendees heard nothing and we didn’t know to clarify the Code, we all moved on and the motion carried. ITEM08/5--PRESENTATION The Code Subchapter F, Article 2.1 reads “MAXIMUM DEVELOPMENT PERMITTED: The maximum amount of development permitted on a property subject to this Subchapter is limited to the greater of 0.4 to 1.0 floor-to-area ratio or 2,300 square feet of gross floor area…”. In the vast majority of cases, a developer has a lot with sufficient area such that the 40% FAR value governs. I believe Board Member Von Olen defaulted to this value in his motion rather than consciously supersede what the Code otherwise permits. In small lot cases, the 2,300 sq. ft. cap supersedes the 40% FAR value. In our case, the lot is only 4,967 sq. ft. in size. 40% of this value = 1,987 sq. ft. but under the Code we are permitted by right to build 2,300 sq. ft. ITEM08/6--PRESENTATION The Problem (Hardship Unique to the Property) The first stipulation in the approved motion requires that we build as presented (2,300 sq. ft.) The second stipulation [inadvertently?] imposes a 40% FAR cap (1,987 sq. ft.) We can’t meet both stipulations at the same time. One or the other has to give. ITEM08/7--PRESENTATION Proposed: Make a new motion identical to the …
M E M O R A N D U M TO: Mayor and Council DATE: January 14, 2022 FROM: Denise Lucas, Director, Development Services Department SUBJECT: Update on Resolution No. 20211014-045 – Board of Adjustment Applicant Assistance Program On October 14, 2021, City Council adopted Resolution No. 20211014-045 directing the City Manager to explore the creation of a Board of Adjustment Applicant Assistance Program (BAAP) for residential homestead applicants who are requesting a hardship variance or special exception. The resolution contemplates the creation of a BAAP fund to support fee waivers or reductions for applicants who meet the eligibility criteria; as well as pro bono assistance with navigating the application process and subsequent proceedings. To meet the requirements outlined in this resolution, staff is working with the Financial Services Department to identify a funding source. In addition, staff is working with the procurement office to develop a process to procure pro-bono legal services. Staff does not anticipate completing all the components of the Council direction until May 2022 at which time a full response will be provided. Should you have questions or need additional information, please contact Doron Silberstein, Equity and Inclusion Program Manager, at doron.silberstein@austintexas.gov or (512) 978-1732. cc: Spencer Cronk, City Manager Rodney Gonzales, Assistant City Manager
TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: M E M O R A N D U M Mayor and Council July 27, 2022 Denise Lucas, Director, Development Services Department Board of Adjustment Applicant Assistance Program - Staff Response to Resolution No. 20211014-045 On October 14, 2021, City Council adopted Resolution No. 20211014-045 directing the City Manager to explore the creation of a Board of Adjustment Applicant Assistance Program (BAAP) for residential homestead applicants who are requesting a hardship variance or special exception. Staff have explored the creation of BAAP as well as a funding source. The staff focus for Board of Adjustment variance requests was narrowed to Residential Homestead Variances under a Zoning Variance or a Special Exception Variance. These are the two types of variance requests which cover the Council’s intended area of support. Based on previous variance request applications, staff anticipates 9 variance requests could be 100% financially supported each year at an approximate cost of $10,000 per year. The funding source for BAAP Fund for the financial support would come from the General Fund and would be budgeted each year. In addition, staff has identified an existing contract, managed by Austin Public Health, which will allow applicants access to pro-bono legal services. Collectively, the BAAP Fund will support fee waivers or reductions for applicants who meet the eligibility criteria; as well as pro bono assistance with navigating the application process and subsequent proceedings. Staff recommends creation of the BAAP Fund, which includes a recommended start date of October 1, 2022. Staff will await further direction from the City Council. If the Council adopts an action to create the BAAP Fund, staff will create the BAAP Fund program guidelines and will track program participants and outcomes for one year and report that information back to Council. Should you have questions or need additional information, please contact Doron Silberstein, Equity and Inclusion Program Manager, at doron.silberstein@austintexas.gov or (512) 978-1732. xc: Spencer Cronk, City Manager Anne Morgan, Acting City Manager J. Rodney Gonzales, Assistant City Manager
§ 2-1-111 - BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT. (A) The Board of Adjustment is established as provided in Local Government Code Chapter 211 (Municipal Zoning Authority). (B) The board shall be composed of 11 members. (C) Each board member shall be appointed to serve a two-year term. (D) The council may appoint alternate board members to serve in the absence of regular members. An alternate member shall be appointed to serve a two-year term. (E) A regular or alternate board member may be removed by council for cause on a written charge after a public hearing. (F) The board shall: (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (1) (2) board. hear and decide a request for a variance from the requirements of Chapter 25-2 (Zoning), except as otherwise provided by the Code; hear and decide an appeal of an administrative action under Chapter 25-2 (Zoning); hear and decide a request for a variance from the requirements of airport zoning regulations under Section 241.034, Local Government Code; hear and decide a request for a special exception under Chapter 25-2 (Zoning); and perform other duties prescribed by ordinance or state law. (G) The board shall hold meetings at the call of the chairperson and at other times as requested by the (H) The chairperson, or the acting chairperson in the absence of the chairperson, may administer oaths and compel the attendance of witnesses. (I) Each case before the board must be heard by at least 75 percent of the board members. (J) The concurring vote of 75 percent of the board members is necessary to: reverse an order, requirement, decision, or determination of an administrative official; decide in favor of an applicant on a matter on which the board is required to pass under Chapter 25-2 (Zoning); or (3) authorize a variation from the terms of Chapter 25-2 (Zoning). (K) The board shall prepare minutes of its proceedings. The minutes shall include the vote of each member on each item before the board and shall state if a member is absent or fails to vote on an item. Source: Ord. 20071129-011; Ord. 20080110-048; Ord. 20080618-030; Ord. 20110526-098;Ord. No. 20141211-204, Pt. 14, 7-1-15. ARTICLE 3. - PROCEDURES FOR APPEALS Division 1. - Reserved.[2] Footnotes: --- (2) --- §§ 2-5-41—2-5-45. - RESERVED. Division 2. - Appeals. § 2-5-61 - GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR APPEALS. Editor's note— Ord. No. 20170518-014 >, Pt. 4, effective May 29, 2017, repealed §§ 2-5-41—2-5-45, …
11/16/22, 11:11 AM Gmail - Support Letter Ryan McElroy Wed, Nov 2, 2022 at 12:57 AM Support Letter 5 messages To: " 11/02/2022 To Whom It May Concern: My family and I own and occupy 5214 Evans Avenue, which is directly next door to 5212 Evans. We've lived here for decades. Ryan McElroy, the owner of 5212 and our longtime neighboring property owner, is seeking a variance to disaggregate his lot into 2 lots, as was originally platted in our neighborhood. He shared his plans with us and we are fully in support of his variance request. We believe that building 2 side-by-side dwellings will allow for a better neighborhood feel and increased walkability, as well as occupying less parking spaces on Evans, since the parking for his proposed project will be along the alley versus the street. Thanks, Alex and the Mondragon Family 512-536-028 This is perfect. Thanks so much Alex! > Ryan McElroy The very best, Ryan [Quoted text hidden] Ryan McElroy To: Alex Finnell https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?ik=8019dc46a3&view=pt&search=all&permthid=thread-f%3A1748362723711540254&simpl=msg-f%3A1748362723711540254… 1/2 , Dan Fields Wed, Nov 2, 2022 at 8:14 AM ITEM4/1-LATE BACKUP/SUPPORT North Loop Neighborhood Association Board of Adjustment 301 W. 2nd St. Austin, TX 78701 Subject: North Loop Support for Applicant Variance Request at 5212 Evans To the Members of the Board of Adjustments this evening, the 11th of November, 2022. My name is Brian Bedrosian and I am currently serving as the Vice President of the North Loop Neighborhood Association (NLNA), a post I have held since 2019. I am writing this letter on behalf of the NLNA to provide support in favor of the disaggregation of two platted lots that were originally combined to form the property 5212 Evans Street, allowing for the construction of (2) single family homes on the resulting small lots. We have been engaged extensively with both the owner, Ryan McElroy and his architects, RAVEL ARCHITECTURE over the last several months and have met many times with both parties. Our neighborhood is unique in how it was platted where most of our 50’ wide lots were aggregated from originally platted 25’ lots. The ability to disaggregate these properties would provide a new housing type in the neighborhood unlocking a more affordable lot size while maintaining a housing typology that will be attractive to families. We have long supported ADU’s in our neighborhood, and many neighbors have made use of that currently permitted format. The …
From: To: Subject: Date: Seth Johnson Ramirez, Elaine case number C15-2022-0088 Friday, December 09, 2022 10:09:36 AM You don't often get email from seth@kristinandseth.org. Learn why this is important *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Case number: C15-2022-0088 Public hearing date: 12/12/22 Contact person: Elaine Ramirez My name: Seth Johnson My address: 4908 Duval Street II, Austin, TX 78751 My phone number: 512-789-0009 Comments: I oppose granting a variance to the setback ordinance for this property. 50th street is a very congested street with street parking making morning delivery of students at nearby Ridgetop Elementary school a treacherous proposition. I am concerned that increasing the density of development on 705 East 50th street will further exacerbate an already difficult situation. Adding an ADU will introduce additional vehicles to this area and reduce available on- property parking.The setback for this neighborhood has been effectively applied to the surrounding properties and no rationale has been submitted by the applicant as to why this developer should be treated to an exception to an ordinance the neighborhood has agreed upon and instituted. The applicant is not a resident of our neighborhood and is applying for this variance not to benefit our community but only because it will enable a more lucrative redevelopment in a property flip. Our family walks or bikes down 50th street twice a day to drop our oldest child off and pick him up at Ridgetop. As we also have a three-year-old who will soon attend Ridgetop, we are expecting to continue this daily ritual for the next eight years. I ask that you reject this applicant's variance request to prevent the increase of street parking that will further endanger my children during our daily commute. Thank you for considering the concerns of resident families as a counter-balance to the profit-driven interests of developers attempting to skirt the ordinances that protect our quality of life in Austin. CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. ITEM6/1-LATE BACKUP/OPPOSITION
Steering Committee Members: Adrienne Goldsberry, Chair Kate Ertle, Kevin Kimbrough, Claudette Kazzoun, Rob Kish, James Logan, Andi March, Maureen Metteauer, Oam Parkash, Shawn Shillington, Margaret Sullivan, Jim Todd, Brandon Wright November 15, 2022 RE: Case No. C15-2022-0089 Dear Ms. Cohen and BOA Members: The Old West Austin Neighborhood Association (OWANA) supports the variance from the rear and side compatibility setback requirements requested for the proposed renovation/addition located at the corner of 1202 W. 9th St. & 901 Shelley Ave. With feedback from the Architectural Review Committee (ARC), the architect Hugh Randolph and his team worked out an approved design that was passed on consent at the Historic Landmark Commission (HLC). At the last ARC review one of the Commissioners commented that the revised design was well-thought-out and an intriguing solution to the existing site constraints. The HLC approval did come with the condition that notes are added to the plans that the carriage house is moved under structural engineer supervision, via lifting and rotating the structure, noted that if there is significant deterioration found resulting in the need for deviance from the approved plans, that the case return to the Historic Landmark Commission for approval. We support these conditions as well. deconstruction and rebuild. And, the HLC also not th The site is on a lot that fronts three streets (Shelley Ave, 9 project would be located within the zoning setback perimeter, and the variance would allow for the preservation of an older structure that is being incorporated into a new design on the site. The variance responds to conditions unique to this site, and would not set a precedent. For these reasons, OWANA Zoning and Steering Committees have voted to support the requested variance from the rear and side yard setback requirements. Please note that the current location of the carriage house does not comply with the rear setback. St, and Blanco). Also, the In addition, the most affected neighbors on Shelley Ave to the north and west also are in support of the requested variance. Thank you, and please contact me if you have any questions. Sincerely, Adrienne Goldsberry Chair, OWANA Steering Committee ITEM7/1-LATE BACKUP/SUPPORT M Rubin Ramirez, Elaine From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Fwd: Letters of Support for the addition at 9th and Shelley Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:56:41 AM You don't often get email from therubinfamily@gmail.com. Learn why this is important *** External Email - Exercise …
REGULAR CALLED MEETING of the AUSTIN-TRAVIS COUNTY FOOD POLICY BOARD MONDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2022, FROM 6:00 TO 8:00 PM CITY OF AUSTIN PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM NUMBER 2103 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Austin Travis County Food Policy Board may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Amanda Rohlich, 512-974-3164, Amanda.Rohlich@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Sharon Mays, Chair Andrea Abel Lisa Barden Joi Chevalier, Vice-Chair Frances Deviney Kacey Hanson Cecilia Hogan Adrian Lipscombe Karen Magid Rosamaria Murillo Errol Schweizer AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Austin-Travis County Food Policy Board Regular Meeting on November 14, 2022. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. Review board members’ meetings with City and County officials Review prior board recommendations and discuss City and County budgets Board vacancies and appointments 4. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Discussion and take possible action on Joint Sustainability Committee meeting Discussion and take possible action on Emergency Preparedness, Including Resilience Hubs, Lisa Barden Discussion and take possible action on Improved Food Access for People in Need, Kacey Hanson, Andrea Abel, Lisa Barden Discussion and take possible action on Business and Labor Advocacy, Sharon Mays Discussion and take possible action on Food as Public Utility/Public Food Sector, Errol Schweizer Discussion and take possible action on Expand Market Penetration of Locally and Regionally Sourced and Manufactured Foods, Errol Schweizer, Sharon Mays Review Board Member Assignments 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 Amanda Rohlich at Office of Sustainability, at …
City of Austin and Travis County Budget Process Austin Travis County Food Policy Board (ATCFPB) Full Body Meeting December 12th, 2022 Overview of City of Austin Budget Process Proposed Budget Service Delivery Budget Development Procurement & Staffing Budget Approval Budget Process • Department proposals • Board and Commission recommendations • Audit recommendations • Items from Council (IFCs) • SD23 Budget Development — Equity first approach starting in FY 2016 Procurement Cycle Department Identified Need Solicitation Council Approval Submittal and Recommendation Process Purchase/Notice to Proceed Budget Timeline Community Input Meeting Budget readings and tax rate hearings Policy Input Forecasting and Budget Development Council Deliberation & Adoption January January February February March March April April May May June June July July August August September September October October Board and Commissions Council Town Halls Community Input Meetings City Manager’s Proposed Budget published Set max tax rate/Community Input February (start) Budget Guidelines set Budget Cycle (Feb – Sept) Budget meetings with Depts. June September (end) TCCC Budget Markup and Budget Adoption August Select Budget Hearings at TCCC March Budget Kickoff Dpts. Budget Budget requests due (internal and Submiss- external) ions Due April July Preliminary Budget published by PBO PBO review budget submissions May Travis County Budget Cycle Definitions: PBO = Travis County Planning and Budget Office TCCC = Travis County Commissioners Court Note: Visualization is a general reference. Specific dates/months for each phase may vary year-to-year. Key Dates for FY 2022 Budget Calendar Note: Dates for FY2023 budget process are still TBD by the Travis County Budget Office. General steps and process flow are typically similar year to year. The 2022 dates below are shared for reference only. 2022 Date March 31 April 2 April 12 April 12 April 26 May 27 April – June June Week of July 26 August 18-23 September 2 and 3 September 21 September 28 Event Budget Kickoff Meeting at 10:00 A.M. FMD Submissions Due All Other Administrative Support Department Requests External Requests due to Submitting Department Budgets Due to PBO by 5:00 P.M. Employee Public Hearing (time TBD) PBO review of County Budget Submissions Departmental Meetings with PBO Preliminary Budget Published Potential Select Budget Hearings (if requested by Commissioners Court) Budget Mark-Up FY 2022 Tax Rate Adopted FY 2022 Budget Adopted Engaging and Informing TCCC Travis County Commissioners Court (TCCC) members represent and are accessible to all Travis County residents. As a Board with Court appointees, you have …
Austin-Travis County Food Policy Board MEETING MINUTES November 14th, 2022 The Austin-Travis County Food Policy Board (ATCFPB) convened a on Monday November 14th at the City of Austin Permitting and Development Center, 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr, Room 2103, Austin, TX 78752. Board Members in Attendance: Andrea Abel, Lisa Barden, Joi Chevalier (joined at 6:13), Frances Deviney, Kacey Hanson, Cecilia Hogan, Karen Magid, Sharon Mays (joined at 6:18), Rosamaria Murillo, Errol Schweizer Board Members Absent: Adrian Lipscombe Staff in Attendance: Edwin Marty (City of Austin), Amanda Rohlich, Emily Ackland (Travis County) CALL TO ORDER Chair Pro Tempore Karen Magid called the meeting to order at 6:10 p.m. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION none APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM OCTOBER MEETING 1. Board Member Kacey Hanson motioned to approve the meeting minutes with Board Member Errol Schweizer seconding the motion. Minutes passed on a 9-0 vote. DISCUSSION ITEMS DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Presentation by Mark Bethell, Executive Director, Sustainable Food Center 3. Discussion and take possible action on selecting ATCFPB representative to serve on Community Advisory Committee for Food Planning a. The board discussed potential roles i. (Will serve as Board Liaison) Karen Magid – experience with planning process from participation in the Climate Equity Plan, weighing feasibility, stepped in equity work, lots of experience here in Austin. Cleared other commitments to make space for this work. Opportunity presented here is similar if not greater. ii. (Will serve as alternate to Karen Magid) Errol Schweizer – complimentary skill set to Karen. Supply chain and retail expert. Put name in hat because he really wants the City and County to take supply chain seriously. The impact of Winter Storm Uri really highlighted the vulnerability of our supply chain. iii. (Withdrew nomination) Dr. Rosamaria Murillo – creating access to healthy food is both a personal and professional mission. She brings to the process 20+ years working at national, state, and local level in policymaking. Leading and translating policy into programs. She also brings the experience of leading one of the largest food pantries in Central Texas. She has experience being on the frontline with people with lived experiences who are negatively impacted by the food system. b. An issue to take to the CAC is how we can encourage full participation c. Kacey Hanson moves to nominate Karen Magid to be liaison member to the CAC for the Food Planning Process, with Frances Deviney seconded motion, passing …
AUSTIN INTEGRATED WATER RESOURCE PLANNING COMMUNITY TASK FORCE December 12th, 2022 --12:00pm Hybrid Special-Called Meeting Austin Permitting and Development Center Room 1405 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr, Austin, TX 78752 Some members of the BOARD/COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live For more information go to: Austin Integrated Water Resource Planning Community Task Force 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. The first 10 speakers to register will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns not on the agenda. To register, contact Jaynell Nicholson at jaynell.nicholson@austintexas.gov. The information required is the speaker’s name, item number(s) they wish to speak on if applicable, email address and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). CURRENT TASK FORCE MEMBERS: Voting Members: Bill Moriarty Sarah Faust Hani Michel Perry Lorenz Todd Bartee Robert Mace, Vice Chair Vanessa Puig-Williams Jennifer Walker, Chair Office of Innovation: Daniel Culotta Office of Sustainability: Lucia Athens Parks and Recreation: Liana Kallivoka Watershed Protection: Katie Coyne Ex Officio Non-Voting Members: Austin Water: Kevin Critendon Austin Energy: Kathleen Garrett Austin Resource Recovery: Tony Davee Housing and Planning: Tymon Khamsi AGENDA CALL TO ORDER – PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of the meeting minutes from the Regular Task Force meeting on November 8th, 2022 DISCUSSION ITEMS VOTING ITEMS 2. Update on water supply conditions, presented by Austin Water staff 3. Incorporating Equity into the Water Forward Process, presented by Equity Office Staff 4. Update on Water Forward 2024 project status, presented by Austin Water Staff : Overview of population projections FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURN 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 Austin Integrated Water Resource Planning Community Task Force Liaison, Jaynell Nicholson at 512-972-0112, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on …
AUSTIN INTEGRATED WATER RESOURCE PLANNING COMMUNITY TASK FORCE December 12th, 2022 --12:00pm Hybrid Special-Called Meeting Austin Permitting and Development Center Room 1405 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr, Austin, TX 78752 Some members of the BOARD/COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live For more information go to: Austin Integrated Water Resource Planning Community Task Force 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. The first 10 speakers to register will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns not on the agenda. To register, contact Jaynell Nicholson at jaynell.nicholson@austintexas.gov. The information required is the speaker’s name, item number(s) they wish to speak on if applicable, email address and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). CURRENT TASK FORCE MEMBERS: Voting Members: Bill Moriarty Sarah Faust Hani Michel Perry Lorenz Todd Bartee Robert Mace, Vice Chair Vanessa Puig-Williams Jennifer Walker, Chair Office of Innovation: Daniel Culotta Office of Sustainability: Lucia Athens Parks and Recreation: Liana Kallivoka Watershed Protection: Katie Coyne Ex Officio Non-Voting Members: Austin Water: Kevin Critendon Austin Energy: Kathleen Garrett Austin Resource Recovery: Tony Davee Housing and Planning: Tymon Khamsi AGENDA CALL TO ORDER – PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of the meeting minutes from the Regular Task Force meeting on November 8th, 2022 DISCUSSION ITEMS VOTING ITEMS 2. Update on water supply conditions, presented by Austin Water staff 3. Equity Overview presented by Equity Office Staff 4. Update on Water Forward 2024 project status, presented by Austin Water Staff : Overview of population projections FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURN 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 Austin Integrated Water Resource Planning Community Task Force Liaison, Jaynell Nicholson at 512-972-0112, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Austin Integrated Water Resource …
Water Supply Update 12,10612,30610,0445,9506,7684,3997024,86223,3263,45420,864025,00050,00075,000100,000125,000150,000175,000200,000225,000JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecAcre-FeetHighland Lakes InflowsAverage 1942 - PresentAverage 2008 - 201520212022 (Jan.-Nov.) As of 12/8/2022 combined storage was at 1,066,869 acre-feet (53% full). 0200,000400,000600,000800,0001,000,0001,200,0001,400,0001,600,0001,800,0002,000,0002,200,000200520062007200820092010201120122013201420152016201720182019202020212022202320242025Storage, acre-feetCombined Storage of Lakes Buchanan and TravisJanuary 1, 2005 through December 1, 20220.6M ac-ft2.0M ac-ft Full StorageInterruptible stored water for non-Garwood agricultural operationswas not provided by LCRA in 2012 through 2015 and for second season in 2022. NOAA 3-Month Outlook LCRA Forecast Source Questions
Water Forward 2024 Equity Grounding December 12, 2022 Reflection What are the values of the Water Forward Task Force? What are the realities you see? The History of the Equity Office 2015 Headlines Capture Drive for Community Organizing Austin is the best place to live in the nation according to U.S. News and World Report & One of the most economically segregated cities in the U.S. according to the Martin Prosperity Institute And Led To… • 2015: City Council resolution creating Equity Office to administer Equity Assessment • 2016: Chief Equity Officer Brion Oaks hired in October after national search • Equity Assessment tool co-created with community members, 900+ hours of volunteer time City Equity Definition Racial equity is the condition when race no longer predicts a person’s quality of life outcomes in our community. The City recognizes race is the primary determinant of social equity, therefore we begin the journey toward social equity with this definition. The City of Austin recognizes that alleviation of historical and structural disparities are won by critically transforming institutions and creating a culture of equity. A Framework for Equity Equity Lens Thinking & Talking about Power Power is 1. possession of control, authority, or influence over others. 2. the ability to act or produce an effect - “It's in your power to change things”. 3. the right to do something. 4. physical might SYSTEMIC POWER is the legitimate/legal ability to access and control those institutions sanctioned by the state. Our Disparities, Our Gaps Map of Poverty Racial Wealth Gap American Community Survey data (2019) created by City staff Planning Data Who Pollutes, Who is Impacted? 2019 Academy of the Sciences study found while white Americans are majority polluters, Black & Latinx people are impacted by... • increased risk of cardiovascular disease respiratory illness • • diabetes • birth defects What do you know about Austin's racial history? Indigenous Peoples in Texas Indigenous Peoples in Texas Indigenous Peoples in Texas Indigenous Peoples in Austin 1928 Plan “There has been considerable talk in Austin, as well as other cities, in regard to the race segregation problem. This problem cannot be solved legally under any zoning law known to us at present. Practically all attempts of such have been unconstitutional.” pg. 66 Housing Act of 1937 1930s: City of Austin built Rosewood Courts through eminent domain, destroying Emancipation Park, to the dismay of East Austin residents. Urban …
Water Forward 2024 Population and Employment Projections Agenda How Population and Employment Projections are Used in Water Forward 2024 Process to Develop 2020 Population and Employment Estimates Process to Develop 100-year Projections Next Steps How Population and Employment Projections are Used in Water Forward 2024 AW Population & Employment Estimates are used in: State reporting Performance measures Estimating future demands Participation in regional water planning Utility plans Water Forward Disaggregated Demand Model Water supply planning Infrastructure planning Conservation plan/ TCEQ Utility report SER’s and pipe sizing Plant expansions Aligning with budget planning Pop/Emp Projections in WF24 100-year strategic planning • Greater accuracy may be possible to attain for the first 10-20 • Greater uncertainty in terms of geographic resolution and distribution for later years Projections in this Water Forward update will include use years of ranges Overview of planning scenarios • Water availability planning scenarios allow us to plan for a range of possible future conditions. • The scenarios do not represent the probability of any particular outcome. • Historical population and employment show a huge range of growth rates; use the data to establish an envelope of plausible demands. • 5-year updates allow us to adapt to changing conditions. Total water availability planning scenarios: 639 Range of future water availability sequences to test water management strategies (WMSs) 71 Hydrologic Scenarios 3 AW Demand Scenarios 1 Period of Record (POR) sequence 10 Droughts worse than the drought of record (DWDRs) stochastically sampled from POR hydrology 15 Global climate model (GCM) flow output sequences 15 POR sequences adjusted for climate effects 30 DWDRs stochastically sampled from climate-adjusted POR Higher AW demand Baseline AW demand Lower AW demand 3 Regional Supply Scenarios Repeat of baseline regional supplies in second half of century Baseline Region K regional supplies Slower implementation of baseline Region K regional supplies Pop/Emp Projections Used to Calculate Water Use Factors Among Demand Sectors Served Population Distribution Employment Distribution US HighwaysStreet Name symbols (Shields)Impact Fee BoundaryCountiesLakes2015 Employment01 - 3,2693,270 - 6,7576,758 - 13,72013,721 - 25,91825,919 - 49,299DTI POLYGONSUS HighwaysStreet Name symbols (Shields)Impact Fee BoundaryCountiesLakes2015 Served Population01 - 3,1613,162 - 4,8804,881 - 6,7756,776 - 10,88310,884 - 17,467DTI POLYGONS Multifamily Single Family Single Family Multifamily Multifamily Translation to Units & Employment Sectors Units Population Employees Industrial Office Hospitals Schools Hospitality Retail Restaurant Subsectors Water Use Factor Development Commercial Multi-Family Residential Single Family Residential N Water Use Factor (WUF) …
2. 3. 4. 5. 6. REGULAR MEETING of the ARTS COMMISSION December 12, 2022 at 6:00 PM Permitting and Development Center, Room 1407 6310 Wilhelmina Delco, Austin, Texas 78752 Some members of the ARTS COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than Noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Jesús Pantel at jesus.pantel@austintexas.gov or at 512-974-9315. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Celina Zisman - Chair, Heidi Schmalbach - Vice Chair, Brett Barnes, Lulu Flores, Felipe Garza, Acia Gray, Monica Maldonado, Michelle Polgar, Amy Mok AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Arts Commission Regular Meeting on October 17, 2022. 1. DISCUSSION ITEMS Discussion of the Art in Public Places Liaison Report by Commissioner Gray Discussion of the Austin Economic Development Corporation/Cultural Trust Advisory Committee by Austin Economic Development Corporation Board Member Carl Settles Discussion of the Downtown Commission by Commissioner Mok Presentation by Anne Gatling Haynes of Austin Economic Development Corporation on Cultural Trust next steps Presentation by Kelsey Lammy of Capital Metro on the MetroArt program STAFF BRIEFINGS Staff briefing regarding the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center by Laura Esparza, Parks & Recreation Department Division Manager Staff briefing regarding an update on the Hotel Occupancy Tax by Laura Odegaard, Cultural Investment Program Manager Staff briefing regarding the Cultural Arts Funding Programs by Meghan Wells, Cultural Arts Division Manager, and Laura Odegaard, Cultural Investment Program Manager DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Approve Art in Public Places Artwork Loan Renewal of Atlas IV by Betty Gold Approve Art in Public Places Artwork Loan Renewal of Dayton by Jim Huntington Approve Art in Public Places Artwork Loan Renewal of Blue Float by Peter Reginato Approve Art in Public Places Artwork Loan Renewal of Mystic Raven by David Deming Approve artist Xavier Schipani’s Final Design for the AFD Lockeroom - Phase 6 AFD 16 & …
REGULAR MEETING of the ARTS COMMISSION December 12, 2022 at 6:00 PM Permitting and Development Center, Room 1407 6310 Wilhelmina Delco, Austin, Texas 78752 Some members of the ARTS COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than Noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Jesús Pantel at jesus.pantel@austintexas.gov or at 512-974-9315. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Celina Zisman - Chair, Heidi Schmalbach - Vice Chair, Brett Barnes, Lulu Flores, Felipe Garza, Acia Gray, Monica Maldonado, Michelle Polgar, Amy Mok AGENDA ADDENDUM DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Approve Dixie Friend Gay for the Longhorn Dam Bridge Art in Public Places project 25.
Implementing inclusive and equitable public development services as a non-profit partner to the City of Austin Arts Commission Austin Economic Development Corporation December 12, 2022 Cultural Trust Program dedicated to securing affordable space for existing venues, and developing new creative space infrastructure, preventing further displacement of our creative sector Cities around the world have been looking at this issue, given real estate challenges of growth. Austin is part of a network of cities experimenting to addresss cultural displacement, and coordinating with best practices globally. Observations • • In addition to the seed funds provided by the City, the needs exceed our current resources. • This is a unique and new process—it is not a grant program, it is an investment program, with multiple variables to consider for feasibility. This process has provided us with a pipeline of projects, and the needs in the ecosystem require additional more flexible program funds. • Organizations are being displaced frequently, and there is a significant deficit of affordable production/practice spaces as well as performance/exhibition spaces. • The execution of these projects will still take time -- AEDC’S goal is to advance as quickly as possible. Austin EDC Cultural Trust | 12.6.22 3 Cultural Trust Funds Available 12 M Creative Spaces Bond Fund • G.O. Tax Exempt Bond requirements • Acquisition & Development • Publicly accessible • Complex deal structure required for operational management 2.4 M HOT Iconic Venue • Acquisition, development, and means necessary to secure the space • Requires ‘Tourism’ function • ‘Historic Zoning’ for property tax relief • Council approval not required 5.0 M COA Budget – Iconic Venue • 15 M total over many years • More flexible than HOT funds • Council approval not required Additional funds to leverage public funds (eventually): Loans-traditional • Loans-CDFI • • Social impact investments • Grants • AHFC/LITC [NMTC]-future • All of these are being considered, but are not directly applicable to first round investments by AEDC. Austin EDC Cultural Trust | 12.6.22 4 This Process Program alignment Feasible deal structure-legal projects projects Projects Feasibility due diligence Feasible for all parties: City, Property Owner, Organizations 45 Submissions (+16 Pipeline Only) Long List 14 Prioritized projects for due diligence Shortlist Organized by feasibility and investment size 2-6 Projects/Initial Investments (Bond Projects will support many more organizations) Austin EDC Cultural Trust | 12.6.22 5 Spaces provided by ‘Long List’ is a portfolio of diverse offerings multi-use …
MetroArt Artist Information Meeting MetroArt • MetroArt educates and engages Central Texas residents about the value of public transit by celebrating the arts, cultures, and heritage of our community. 2 Be a MetroArtist! • CapMetro wants a strong network of artists who’ll be able to partner with us in creating meaningful public art on vehicles, at transit centers and in your own neighborhoods. • Eligibility Requirements: eligible to apply Artists living and working in the Austin Metro service area are Visual artist or artist team At least 18 years of age • Full-time, permanent CapMetro employees are ineligible to apply. Employees of the project consultants and sub-consultants are also ineligible to apply. • Can only have one MetroArt contract per year. 3 Community Engagement • Community engagement is an important component of this artist call. The goal is to create artwork that reflects the needs and wants of the community. • Engaging with the community may include (but not limited): • using social media • in-person conversations with riders and community members • interviews (virtual or in person) with community leaders or organizations 4 Community Engagement • The community you engage with will depend on the project. They will be folx who live in the Austin metro area and have lived experience in the zip code of the project and/or celebrating the identities represented by the project. 5 Budget Funding: Projects are funded by MetroArt, Capital Improvement Projects (CIP), and CapMetro departments. Budget breakdown for each type of MetroArt project: Bus Wrap Art Bus Shelter Art Commemorative Art Artist Pay: $5,000 Artist Pay: $5,000 Artist Pay: $2,500 Type of artwork submission: Digital Type of artwork submission: Digital Artist Budgets are inclusive of art design, time, material, and fabrication of the artwork itself. Artist Budgets are inclusive of art design, time, material, and fabrication of the artwork itself. CapMetro will cover the cost of printing, shipping, and installation costs. CapMetro will cover the cost of printing, shipping, and installation costs. Type of Artwork submission: Original can be any type of art medium (painting, photography, digital, etc.), but piece must be able to be copied. Artwork is distributed to event attendees. Artist Budgets are inclusive of art design, time, material, and fabrication of the artwork itself. CapMetro may provide an additional $500 for the artwork replication cost. 6 Bus Wrap Art • Pay: $5,000 • Type of Artwork: Digital 7 Bus Shelter …
Austin Parks and Recreation Department Status Briefing: ESB-MACC Theaters Laura Esparza Division Manager, Museums and Cultural Programs Arts Commission Meeting November 14, 2022 Agenda • Current status of the ESB-MACC Theaters • Incidents of 5/28/2022 • Future developments for ESB-MACC Theater • Future development of the Carver Theater • Future development of the Dougherty Arts Center Theaters Arts Center • Future development of the AARC Performing Current Status of ESB-MACC Theaters • Both theaters inspected by DAC Theater staff October 27, 2022 • All dimmer boards, circuits and hung lights were operational. • One dimmer bar was malfunctioning at the time of the incident. It has since been replaced. • Theaters are offered as-is but we attempt to fix broken equipment ASAP. • No circuit breaker incidents or problems with the lighting control board before this or ever since with other groups . Incidents of May 28, 2022 Contractual Requirements • Performances should start on time. • Theaters offered as-is. One dimmer bar was partially working. • LAAP companies provide their own trained technical personnel but are advised on how to use the equipment. • PARD requires “grass permit” for parking on grass. • Live fire is forbidden without a fire watch. • Must have a permit to serve food. • Must leave on time. Documented Incidents 1. Performance scheduled at 7:30pm didn’t start till 8 pm. 2. Two dimmer bars on the lighting grid were blown out because they were overloaded causing breakers to trip. 3. The outlets around the Black Box were also overloaded with lights and equipment causing a trip in the breakers. They did not bring professional lighting personnel to properly plug in equipment. 4. After loading in, vehicles were left in the grass area next to Black Box; many others followed. 5. Candles were lit inside the Black Box in violation of the LAAP contract and Fire Code. 6. Food served without required APH Food Permit. 7. Performance to end by 9:45 and clear out by 10 pm. Staff waited till midnight for PT to vacate. ESB-MACC Theater Developments Multi-purpose Room Renovations • Remove sound shell • Install cyc upstage • Install drapery to define stage • Project has been value engineered eliminating new Black Box Theater • Pending funding for theater renovations re: Board Recommendation to Council. • Phase 3 will include two theaters. space. • Improved grid system. • Further renovations may include …
Hotel Occupancy Tax Update Laura Odegaard Cultural Investment Program Manager Cultural Arts Division Economic Development Department December 12, 2022 C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 1 Hotel Occupancy Tax – October 2022 Total HOT Collections October 2022 = $27,278,757 • 25% of total FY23 HOT budget of $108,348,799 Cultural Arts October 2022 = $2,605,121 C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 2 Hotel Occupancy Tax – November 2022 Total HOT Collections November = $8,087,533 • 33% of total FY23 HOT budget of $108,348,799 Cultural Arts November 2022 = $772,392 C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 3 HOT Cultural Arts Fund – FY23 Approved Budget for FY23 is: $10,342,385 HOT Cultural Arts Fund in the bank: $3,377,513 C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 4 C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 5
Cultural Arts Funding Update ARTS COMMISSION DECEMBER 12, 2022 Next steps 1-2 Months AAC + Community Big Picture Framework 3+ meetings 1-2 Months Arts Commission: Review & Voting Council Memo/Briefing 6 Weeks Thrive Application live Workshops Technical Assistance Working Group Approval Launch Guidelines Pre-Launch Contracting 3 Weeks AAC Guidelines Presentation (4/18) Revised Drafts Public (4/19) Feedback Form (4/19 - 5/10) Alignment with MED/HTD 2-3 Months Website/Portal Integration Community Navigators Panel Recruit/Equity Training We are here! 3 Months Evaluation/ Panels Council Approval Contracting Thrive Summary Application Opened: October 12th Application Closed: December 2nd (extension) 206 total applications started ◦ 154 successfully submitted by the deadline ◦146 met Eligibility requirements Readers are currently reviewing & scoring (due 12/19) Top 50 applications sent to Panelists on 12/21 (due 1/21) Panel Meetings – January 23, 24, 25 Thrive Marketing Summary 234 attendees at Awareness sessions (in person & virtual) Paid Social Total Reach: 43,096 ◦ 5 posts across 3 EDD accounts - FB, IG, Twitter Total Organic Facebook Reach: 15,247 ◦ 162 posts across 4 EDD Facebook Accounts Total Organic Twitter Reach: 5,661 ◦ 81 posts across 2 EDD Twitter Accounts Total Organic Instagram Reach: 1,785 ◦ 5 posts across 1 EDD Instagram Account
REGULAR MEETING of the ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION DECEMBER 12, 2022, 6 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, Room 1101 301 W. Second St. AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Stephanie Hall, by Sunday noon, December 11, at 512-974-2210, or stephanie.hall@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS Craig Nazor, Chair Nancy Nemer Palmer Neuhaus Jo Anne Norton Luis Herrera Kristen Hassen, Parliamentarian Dr. Amanda Bruce AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Ryan Clinton, Vice Chair Lisa Mitchell Katie Jarl Lotta Smagula Beatriz Dulzaides Dr. Paige Nilson The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Animal Advisory Commission Regular Meeting on November 14, 2022. 2. Staff briefing by new wildlife Officers in the Animal Service Center regarding scope of 3. Overview of monthly report provided by the Animal Service Center. 4. Presentation of the Monthly Report by Austin Pets Alive! 5. Discussion regarding any updates for companion animals at emergency shelters in winter STAFF BRIEFINGS work. DISCUSSION ITEMS weather. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Advisory Commission. WORKING GROUP UPDATE 6. Discussion and creation of rules and procedures for public communication at the Animal 7. Update from the Spay/Neuter Working Group regarding the Spay/Neuter Program Policy. 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 two days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please contact Stephanie Hall, Office of the City Clerk, 512-974-2210 or at Stephanie.Hall@austintexas.gov, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Animal Advisory Commission, please contact Stephanie Hall at 512-974-2210 or Stephanie.Hall@austintexas.gov
ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2022 The Animal Advisory Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, November 14, 2022, at 301 W. Second Street, Rm 1101 in Austin, Texas. Chair Nazor called the Animal Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 6:02 p.m. Chair Nazor, Vice Chair Clinton, Commissioners Bruce, Herrera, Nilson, Norton, and Smagula attended in person. Commissioners Dulzaides, Jarl, Nemer, and Neuhaus joined via videoconference. Commissioners Hassen and Mitchell were absent. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Eileen McFall – no kill shelter Pat Valls-Trelles – wildlife animal protection Rochelle Vickery – vouchers for spay/neuter Ellen Jefferson – no kill resolution APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Animal Advisory Commission Regular Meeting on October 10, 2022. The minutes from the meeting of October 10, 2022, were approved on Commissioner Nemer’s motion, Commissioner Norton’s second on a vote 9-0. Vice Chair Clinton and Commissioner Jarl abstained. Commissioners Hassen and Mitchell were absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS DISCUSSION ITEMS Austin Animal Center and Animal Services Monthly Report. Reports were provided in back up documents. Presentation the Monthly Report by Austin Pets Alive! Presentation by Neil Hay, Senior Director of Operations, Stephanie Bilbro, Director of Lifesaving Operations. 1. 2. 3. 1 4. 5. 6. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Approve a Recommendation to Council concerning the City of Austin's upcoming Five Year Strategic Plan. The motion to approve a Recommendation to Council for the City of Austin include information about our many programs for Austin citizens and their companion animals, as well as all of Austin’s valuable and iconic wildlife, in the upcoming Strategic Development 28 Plan was approved, as amended below, on Commissioner Norton’s motion, Commission Herrera’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Bruce, Herrera and Nilson abstained. Commissioners Hassen and Mitchell were absent. An amendment to replace “best no kill shelter in the world” to “the most Pet Friendly City in America” was offered on Commissioner Herrera’s motion, Commissioner Bruce’s second. Commissioner Dulzaides offered a friendly amendment to replace “in the world/America” with “in the nation” and was accepted without objection. The amendment to replace “best no kill shelter in the world” to “the most Pet Friendly City in the nation” failed on Commissioner Herrera’s motion, Commissioner Bruce’s second on a 4-7 vote. Those voting aye were Commissioners Bruce, Herrera, Nilson and Norton. Those voting nay were Chair Nazor, Vice Chair Clinton, Commissioners Dulzaides, Jarl, Nemer, Neuhaus and Smagula. …
November 2022 November 2022 Animal Services Report AUSTIN ANIMAL SERVICES REPORT Animal Services News • The live outcome rate for November was 98.49 percent. • A total of 841 animals were brought to the shelter which included 443 dogs, 315 cats, 47 domestic birds, 18 wild animals, 10 rabbits, five guinea pigs, and one tortoise. • A total of 494 animals were adopted (252 cats, 225 dogs, 12 birds, and five small pets). • A total of 76 dogs, cats, and tortoise were returned to their owners (RTOs and RTO-Adopt). • Animal Protection Officers (APOs) returned 49 animals to their owners in the field. • Officers handed out 32 fencing assistance applications and implanted two microchips. • Officers took custody of 99 injured animals and delivered 32 wildlife animals to Austin Wildlife Rescue. • Officers entered 157 rabies exposure reports and submitted 21 specimens for rabies testing. One bat tested positive for rabies, one was non-negative (not able to test). • 72 total coyote related activities • Out of 72 coyote related activities, 46 fell within the reported behavior types (sighting, encounter, incident, and • Encounters: Pets were a factor in 100% of activities: o An encounter involved a coyote approaching off leash pet with resident nearby o An encounter involved a coyote entering a backyard with pets present o An encounter involved a coyote not responding to assertive hazing with chasing an outside cat Incidents: Pets were factor in 66% of these encounters. • o An incident involved a coyote taking a neighbor’s outside off leash cat o An incident involved a coyote lunging at a caller. Unable to make contact with caller Animal Protection o 40 sightings o 16 wild sicks o 9 wild injured o 3 encounters o 3 incidents o 1 wild speak observation). November 2022 Animal Services Report o An incident involved a coyote taking an animal. Unable to make contact with caller • Out of 72 related activities, 26 fell within the reported behavior types (wild sick, wild speak, and wild injured) Volunteer, Foster, and Rescue Programs • A total of 363 volunteers donated 4,990 hours of volunteer service. • The Volunteer Coordinators held six orientations for new volunteers, introducing 166 people to the shelter programs. 104 new volunteers attended their first training or mentor shifts in September. • 117 individuals donated 234 hours towards dog walking and cat care through group volunteer service. …
Animal Services Office Statistical Report – November 2020-2022 November 2022 Intake November 2021 Intakes November 2020 Intakes November 2022 Adoptions November 2021 Adoptions November 2020 Adoptions November 2022 RTOs November 2021 RTOs November 2020 RTOs November 2022 Animals Euthanized November 2021 Animals Euthanized November 2020 Animals Euthanized November 2022 Total Live Release Rate November 2021 Total Live Release Rate November 2020 Total Live Release Rate November 2022 Animal Vaccinations November 2021 Animal Vaccinations November 2020 Animal Vaccinations November 2022 Spayed/Neutered at AAC November 2021 Spayed/Neutered at AAC November 2020 Spayed/Neutered at AAC November 2022 Animal Deaths at AAC/Foster November 2021 Animal Deaths at AAC/Foster November 2020 Animal Deaths at AAC/Foster November 2022 Animals Transferred: November 2021 Animals Transferred November 2020 Animals Transferred November 2022 Animal Lost, Stolen or Missing November 2021 Animals Lost, Stolen or Missing November 2020 Animals Lost, Stolen or Missing November 2022 SNR Program November 2021 SNR Program November 2020 SNR Program November 2022 Intact Animals Adopted/RTO November 2021 Intact Animals Adopted/RTO November 2020 Intact Animals Adopted/RTO
Austin Animal Protection Wildlife Officers Emery Sadkin & Greg Richens Guiding Philosophy The City of Austin does not remove or relocate healthy native wildlife. Guiding Philosophy Instead, we work with residents to humanely resolve conflict with wildlife using effective, evidence-based methods. Wildlife Ordinances – City of Austin § 3-2-4 - HUNTING AND TRAPPING WILD ANIMALS Except as provided in Subsection (B), a person may not knowingly shoot, kill, or hunt a wild animal; or use a steel-jawed spring trap or any other type of trap that could injure a trapped animal or person. § 9-6-7 - FIREARM DISCHARGE RESTRICTED Except as provided in Subsection (B), a person may not discharge a firearm in city limits. § 10-8-3 - FEEDING OF DEER PROHIBITED Except as provided in subsection (C), a person commits an offense if the person intentionally feeds deer or makes food available for consumption by deer on private or public property within the territorial limits of the city. Wildlife Officer Roles Investigate potential rabies exposures Identify non-native species for rehoming at the shelter • • • Assist sick and injured wildlife • Austin Wildlife Rescue • Assess wildlife behavior • Work with residents to address the root cause of conflict Suggest methods for humane exclusion (denning) • • Encourage the animal to move on its own • Offer tailored solutions • Utilize game cameras, site visits, yard audits, identification • Provide presentations, education, and outreach Travis County temporary contract for Wildlife Officer started January 2018 and became permanent in 2019. Wildlife Officer Stats 2022 • Average response time was .5 hours • Officers provided over 354 hours of outreach • Officers fielded 489 coyote calls in City of Austin from Jan – Nov 2022 • Officers fielded 624 wildlife calls in Travis County from Oct 2021- Sept 2022 • Of the 624 calls, 504 were escalated calls Emphasis on Education In-field Outreach ○ Hotline (311) ○ Email ○ Yard audits ○ Site visits ○ Neighborhood canvassing ○ Presentations ○ Events ○ Newsletters ○ Mailers ○ Community partnerships Educational Topics ● Animal behavior and ecology ● Hazing ● Identifying attractants ● Pet safety ● Wildlife exclusion / denning ● Spring / young wildlife ● Child safety ● Rabies prevention ● Coexistence City of Austin Coyote Policy • In November 2014, City Council approved a Coyote Management Policy • The goal is to help maintain a balance of public safety concerns …
