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Zoning and Platting Commission August 16 2022 Agenda. Final.pdf — original pdf
ZONING & PLATTING COMMISSION AGENDA Tuesday, August 16, 2022 The Zoning and Platting Commission will convene at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX. Some members of the Zoning and Platting Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Cesar Acosta Nadia Barrera-Ramirez – Chair Scott Boone Ann Denkler – Parliamentarian Betsy Greenberg David King – Secretary Jolene Kiolbassa – Vice-Chair Hank Smith Lonny Stern Carrie Thompson Roy Woody EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) The Zoning & Platting Commission will announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel on matters specifically listed on this agenda. The commission may not conduct a closed meeting without the approval of the city attorney. Private Consultation with Attorney – Section 551.071 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION The first four (4) speakers signed up prior to the speaker registration deadline will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of minutes from July 19, 2022. Attorney: Patricia Link, 512-974-2173 Commission Liaison: Andrew Rivera, 512-974-6508 PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. Zoning: C14-2022-0016 - 2301 Oak Valley Rd; District 5 2301 Oak Valley Road, Slaughter Creek Watershed Location: Owner/Applicant: Farmwire LLC (Steve Knox, Kevin Morrow) Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Keepers Land Planning (Ricca Keepers) I-RR to SF-3 Recommended; Case withdrawn by the Applicant Wendy Rhoades, 512-974-7719, wendy.rhoades@austintexas.gov Housing and Planning Department C14-2022-0067 - Villas at South Austin; District 2 7311 and 7313 Bluff Springs Road, South Boggy Creek Watershed 3. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: Srinivas Prudhvi Minnekanti & Vamshi Krishna Sunchu Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Srinivas Prudhvi Minnekanti SF-4A-CO to SF-6 Recommended Michael Dietz, 512-974-7617, michael.dietz@austintexas.gov Housing and Planning Department 4. Rezoning: Location: C814-2009-0139.03 - Bull Creek PUD Amendment #3; District 10 5305, 5400, 5404, 5408, 5505 Paradox Cove; 4909, 4915-1/2, 4929 FM 2222 Road, Bull Creek Watershed; Lake Austin Watershed Owner/Applicant: David G. Booth, Trustee for the David Booth Revocable Trust Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Armbrust & Brown, PLLC (David Armbrust) PUD to PUD, to change conditions of zoning Recommended Wendy Rhoades, 512-974-7719, wendy.rhoades@austintexas.gov Housing and Planning Department C14-2022-0075 - 7501 Capital of Texas Bldg A; District 10 7501 N Capital of Texas, Building A, Bull Creek Watershed 5. …
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20220816-19: Floodplain Commercial Redevelopment Exception Code Amendments — original pdf
ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20220816-19 Date: August 16, 2022 Subject: Floodplain Commercial Redevelopment Exception Code Amendments Motioned By: Commissioners Smith Seconded By: Commissioner Stern Whereas the new National Oceanic Atmospheric Association “NOAA” ATLAS 14 rainfall information indicated increased rainfall levels within the City of Austin and the city adopted new regulations in an effort to protect the residents from flooding based on a better understanding of flood risk with this new rainfall information; and Whereas the Austin City Council directed City staff, boards, and commissions to initiate public processes to consider proposed code amendments to City floodplain regulations based on Atlas 14 floodplain data; and Whereas The City of Austin contacted more than 2,700 people at 110 different meetings and following that outreach on November 14, 2019 the City of Austin adopted new regulations with four basic elements: • Floodplain definitions, • Residential redevelopment exception, • Colorado River exception, • Increased Freeboard, and Whereas A significant number of residential and commercial properties are in the floodplain and that number increased when the new Atlas 14 regulations were adopted; and Whereas the City has a goal to create an administrative approval process for commercial redevelopment that decreases flood risk compared to the existing conditions and increases public safety; and Whereas the City Council and City of Austin are committed to equity in the development and implementation of land development policies and code amendments. Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Zoning and Platting Commission encourages the City Council to consider the following recommendations regarding the proposed floodplain commercial redevelopment exception code amendments: 1. The administrative approval process for a commercial building in a floodplain should include: a. Replaces or modifies an existing commercial building b. Finished floor elevation is at least 2 feet above the 100-year floodplain c. Does not increase the building square footage on the property d. Does not include the following uses: 1 of 2 i. E (educational) ii. F (Factory iii. H (High Hazard) iv. I (Institutional) e. Does not increase the number or flood level of parking spaces within the flood plain on the property unless otherwise required; and f. No adverse flooding impact as defined in LDC Sections 25.7-2 and 25.7-66. 2. Direct the City Manager to provide annual public updates on the following recommendations from the Flood Mitigation Task Force: a. City Council should conduct a periodic (e.g. every 5 years) financial and …
Austin Water Monthly Report — original pdf
RMC Monthly Report July 2022 FY22 Water Conservation Division City of Austin | Austin Water Residential Program Participation, FY22 YTD FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 300 s t i n U f o r e b m u N 200 100 253 200 171 153 163 122 119 89 108 69 66 61 13 15 11 8 + Rainscape 29 31 27 20 15 12 18 8 0 Watering Timer Irrigation Upgrade Irrigation Audits Drought Survival Tools WaterWise Landscape Rainwater Harvesting RMC Monthly Report – July 2022 02 Instant Savings Pilot, FY22 YTD Watering Timer 942 s t i n U f o r e b m u N 1,000 900 800 700 600 500 400 300 200 100 0 570 531 330 73 Feb Mar Apr May June • Partnership with AE • $5 discount off Hose-end timers at local Home Depot • Participation more than double original forecast: 2,446 vs 1,000 RMC Monthly Report – July 2022 03 60 50 40 30 20 0 Commercial and Multifamily Program Participation, FY22 YTD FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 54 10 8 11 1 0 0 2 3 0 0 0 0 3 2 1 1 Commercial Audit Commercial Process Rebates Commercial Kitchen Rebates Rainwater Harvesting RMC Monthly Report – July 2022 04 $450,000 $400,000 $350,000 $300,000 $ e v i t n e c n I $250,000 $200,000 $150,000 $100,000 $50,000 $0 Rebates and Incentives Budget, FY22 YTD FY22 Total Budget Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 $420,000 $245,000 $65,000 $63,373.16 $1,007.50 $- Commercial Commercial Multi-Family Multi-Family Residential Residential RMC Monthly Report – July 2022 05 Water Waste/Watering Restrictions Enforcement Activity, FY22 YTD Warnings Issued and 311 Reports 600 500 400 300 200 100 0 504 343 186 147 119 45 97 53 38 4 2 3 1 3 0 76 61 66 81 12 Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Warnings 311 Reports July’s Drought Response Stage: Stage 1 RMC Monthly Report – July 2022 06 3500 3000 2500 2000 1500 1000 500 0 Regulated Compliance Program Activity, July 2022 3237 377 181 32 256 44 Commercial Facility Irrigation Assessments Commercial Vehicle Wash Facility Efficiency Assessment Cooling Tower Efficiency Assessments Compliant Non-Compliant RMC Monthly Report – July 2022 07 d e h c a e R n o i t a u p o P l 400 350 300 250 200 150 100 50 0 Public Outreach Events, FY22 …
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION August 16, 2022 6:00 p.m. Austin Energy Headquarters; 1st Floor; Shudde Fath Conference Room 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin, Texas 78723 Some members of the Resource Management Commission maybe 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 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 contact Natasha Goodwin, at Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com or 512-322-6505. Members: Jonathon Blackburn, Chair Kaiba White, Vice Chair Charlotte Davis Sam Angoori AGENDA Shane Johnson Paul Robbins Louis Stone Dana Harmon Rebecca Brenneman Lisa Chavarria Vacant CALL MEETING 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 Resource Management Commission Regular Meeting on June 21, 2022. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding a quarterly update of the Water Conservation Program by Kevin Kluge, Environmental Conservation Division Manager of Austin Water. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Presentation by Texas Gas Service regarding a quarterly update of the Central Texas Energy Efficiency Program by Jasmine King-Bush, Energy Efficiency Program Manager. 4. Discussion regarding Austin Energy Rate Changes for Residential Rate Structure, Value of Solar, and Energy Efficiency Services. (Sponsors: Robbins; White) 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 Natasha Goodwin at Austin Energy, at (512) 322-6505 or email Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Resource Management Commission, please contact Natasha Goodwin at Austin Energy, at 512-322- 6505 or email Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com . 5. Discussion and possible action regarding a resolution on Texas Gas Service Conservation Programs. (Sponsors: Robbins, White, Brenneman, and Stone) FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. …
Item 2: AW Quarterly Update — original pdf
Water Conservation Update Kevin Kluge | August 16, 2022 Agenda Water Supply Outlook Stage 1 Drought Program Updates • Landscape Transformation - Water Forward Plan • Austin Energy Partnerships • GoRepair! Plumbing Statewide Drought Levels Statewide Drought Levels NOAA 3-Month Outlook Highland Lake Inflows Historical Reservoir Storage Reservoir Storage Projections Drought Stage Triggers: Stage 1: 1.4 Million Acre Feet (MAF) Stage 2: 0.9 MAF Stage 3: 0.6 MAF Stage 1 Drought Current Drought Activities • Media messages • Focused outreach for irrigation audits • Staff patrols and 311 responses • Signs and coasters Program Updates Landscape Transformation Transitioning new single-family residential landscapes Ordinances and incentives Stages • Spring: public & stakeholder input • Summer: develop recommendations • Fall – present to public, stakeholders Austin Energy Partnerships Instant Savings Pilot • Water hose timers • 5 Home Depots • 2,446 timers (Feb – July) • Rebates – 15 • Future potential? All-Star Kits • Kits go out to 7,000 sixth graders and their families • Includes a low-flow showerhead, kitchen aerator, and info. GO REPAIR! Plumbing Program Types of repairs include New program with Housing & Planning Dept. Since January • Plumbing repairs for 20 homes • Average $8,100 per home • Bath/shower (12) • Bathroom sink (9) • Clothes washer (1) • Kitchen sink (6) • Sewer lines (4) • Toilet (11) • Water heater (5) • Water line (1) QUESTIONS? Kevin Kluge Water Conservation Division Manager City of Austin | Austin Water 512-972-0400 kevin.kluge@austintexas.gov
Item 3: TGS Quarterly Update — original pdf
Item 3 Central Texas Energy Efficiency Program Update Jasmine King-Bush Energy Efficiency Program Manager Texas Gas Service Energy Efficiency Program Q2 Program Updates Collaborated with Austin Energy to participate in the 93rd Annual ABC Kite Fest. The teams shared efficiency program information and created awareness of immediate actions that can be taken to save energy and money. 2 Texas Gas Service Energy Efficiency Program Commercial Program Highlights CLEAResult 6 customers serviced 37.5k Therms saved 930k Gallons of water saved *savings reflects expected annual savings 3 Texas Gas Service Energy Efficiency Program Residential Program Highlights Behavioral Education Incorporated efficiency education and tips into the monthly publication of “Pipeline” to increase audience reach. Water-Saving Kits 263 water savings kits have been distributed to qualifying customers through June. 4 Texas Gas Service Energy Efficiency Program Residential Program Participation – Through June 2022 5 Texas Gas Service Energy Efficiency Program Low-Income/Free Equipment Program Highlights 30 families assisted 43 appliances replaced 2022 Goal – identify new referral sources, strengthen existing referral relationships Contractor reimbursement rates adjusted to remain competitive with local area rates 6 Questions?
Item 5: Draft Resolution on Texas Gas Service Conservation Programs — original pdf
Proposed Resolution on Texas Gas Service Conservation Programs Whereas the City of Austin has mandated that Texas Gas Service (TGS) conduct energy conservation programs since 1985; and Whereas the programs are expected to save natural gas at the same or less cost than purchasing it; and Whereas some of the Residential programs are failing to achieve this economic goal, with a cost to Central Texas ratepayers of almost $2 million a year; and Whereas the programs are also expected to help the environment by preventing fossil fuel use, but are failing to effectively achieve this with rebates for certain Residential appliances; and Whereas the City Council may adjust TGS's energy conservation program funding mechanism and structure on an annual basis before November 30 of each year; and Whereas the Resource Management Commission is charged with providing feedback and recommendations regarding gas conservation efforts; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Resource Management Commission recommends that the Austin City Council make the following modifications to the Texas Gas Service conservation program for the budget year 2023 and thereafter: 1. The exclusion of rebates for natural gas equipment in new construction, as incentivizing natural gas use in new construction is not currently compatible with the City’s Climate Equity Plan targeting net zero carbon by 2040, including the focus area of Sustainable Buildings. Specifically, the plan has the following goal by 2030, which is incompatible with encouraging fossil fuel combustion in new construction: “All new buildings are net-zero carbon, emissions from existing buildings are reduced by 25%, and all natural gas-related emissions are reduced by 30% “ (https://www.austintexas.gov/page/austin-climate- equity-plan) 2. The elimination of rebates in existing Residential buildings for clothes washers, central furnaces, and tankless water heaters; 3. Encouragement for Texas Gas Service to seek cooperation with and co-funding from local water utilities for gas conservation programs focused on water-saving technologies such as low-flow showerheads, aerators, and commercial dish rinsers. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Resource Management Commission recommends that City Council ask Texas Gas Service to repurpose money saved from these new policies to fund a pilot program for an income-verified discount for low-income customers and Research & Development of renewable energy that can be used in place of conventional natural gas.
Item 5: Draft Resolution on Texas Gas Service Conservation Programs 2 of 2 — original pdf
Resource Management Commission Proposed Resolution on Texas Gas Service Conservation Programs Whereas, the City of Austin has mandated that Texas Gas Service (TGS) conduct energy conservation programs since 1985; and Whereas, the Austin City Council adopted the Austin Climate Equity Plan on September 30, 2021, which strengthens the city’s climate goal to “net zero carbon by 2040” and includes a focus area of Sustainable Buildings with goal that by 2030, “All new buildings are net-zero carbon, emissions from existing buildings are reduced by 25%, and all natural gas-related emissions are reduced by 30%; and Whereas, the TGS energy conservation programs are also expected to help achieve the goals of the Climate Equity Plan; and Whereas, the Resource Management Commission is charged with providing feedback and recommendations regarding gas conservation efforts and to support the goals of the Austin Climate Equity Plan; and Whereas, the Resource Management Commission passed a resolution on June 20, 2017 that put a focus on reducing actual use of natural gas on site, calling for “at least 4.5% site natural gas savings” over 5 years, starting in 2018; and Whereas, incentives to install natural gas appliances in situations where there isn’t already an existing natural gas appliance, such as for new construction or replacing an electric appliance with a natural gas appliance, increase, instead of decrease, actual use of natural gas on site; and Whereas, Texas Gas has continued using a large portion of its energy conservation budget to provide incentives to install natural gas appliance where none previously existed, thus increasing use of on-site natural gas; Whereas, research by the Rock Mountain Institute and other organizations shows that gas stoves are a large source of toxic air pollution that can make indoor air more polluted than outdoor air and that low-income households are most likely to suffer from this harmful pollution; and Whereas, incentives that increase the use of natural gas appliances are not compatible with the Austin Climate Equity Plan or public health; and Whereas, on January 24, 2022, the Resource Management Commission passed a resolution that recommended against CenterPoint Energy incentives for natural gas appliances in new construction, as well as incentives for central furnaces and water heaters; and Whereas, the TGS conservation program tariff that governs the program was adopted in December 2021 and is on a 3-year cycle, ending December of 2024. However Austin City Council may take action to amend …
Customer Energy Solution FY22 Quarter 3 Report — original pdf
Customer Energy Solutions FY22 – Quarter 3 Report As of June 30, 2022 Quarterly Rebates by District and Outside of COA $4.9M $4.4M $3.7M $6,000,000 $5,000,000 $4,000,000 $3,000,000 $2,000,000 $1,000,000 $- Q1 Q2 Q3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Outside COA Solar PBI not included. Rebates paid may not align with AE Finance eCombs system as of June 30, 2022. Dollars are unaudited. Data is as of June 30, 2022 and is not a complete year. Energy Efficiency Services Residential Programs AE Weatherization (WAP) – Direct Install In Q3 of FY22, the Weatherization Assistance Program launched a new contract for six vendors • to provide weatherization services to low-to-moderate income customers. This new contract includes yearly price adjustments and additional energy efficiency certification requirements of the vendors. The new contract was launched on May 1st, 2022. • With the new contract, EES launched a new configuration in EECP that allows the vendors to access their work orders, create change orders, and calculate invoices. This new configuration reduces the workload for vendors and internal EES staff. • The program has received approval for the addition of Solar Screens as a single measure. Projected go-live date is Q1 of FY23. • The smart thermostats rebate level has received a $5 increase from $25 to $30. • The program will be updating its communication materials to include the addition of Solar Screens and rebate levels. Appliance Efficiency Program (AEP) Home Performance w/Energy Star (HPwES) 1 SPUR All-Stars • The program was awarded the 2022 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence award in Energy Efficiency Program Delivery. • The program held its semi-annual contractor meeting on June 24, 2022. The meeting was a succuss and was the first in-person contractor meeting since the start of the pandemic. • The program team is in the process of establishing the FY23 Limited Time Offer that will start in either October or November of 2022. • The program resumed work on the held new program configuration and handbook. The changes will include but not be limited to increased rebate level for some measures, new measure options, clarifications to processes and procedures, and a consolidated general handbook and technical handbook. The goal is to roll out the handbook and configuration in early FY23. Instant Savings • • The vendor held four instore events this quarter to bring awareness to Instant …
Customer Energy Solutions FY22 Savings Report — original pdf
Energy Efficiency Services EES- Appliance Efficiency Program EES- Home Performance ES - Rebate EES- AE Weatherization & CAP Weatherization - D.I. * EES- School Based Education * EES- Strategic Partnership Between Utilities & Retailers * EES- Multifamily Rebates EES- Multifamily WX-D.I.+ EES- Commercial Rebate EES- Small Business Energy Efficiency TOTAL Demand Response (DR) - Annual Incremental DR- Power Partner DR- Load Coop Demand Response (DR) TOTAL Green Building GB- Residential Ratings GB- Residential Energy Code GB- Integrated Modeling Incentive GB- Multifamily Ratings GB- Multifamily Energy Code GB- Commercial Ratings GB- Commercial Energy Code Green Building TOTAL CES MW Savings Grand TOTAL Residential Totals Commercial Totals Customer Energy Solutions FY22 YTD MW Savings Report As of June 2022 Participant Type Participants To Date MWh To Date MW Goal 2.60 1.30 0.53 0.10 1.75 0.65 1.00 6.00 2.00 15.93 MW Goal 6.40 2.00 8.40 MW Goal 0.50 6.21 0.56 1.55 7.04 8.00 14.72 38.57 MW To Date 1.86 0.47 0.53 0.03 0.86 0.35 2.38 5.54 1.36 13.38 MW To Date 3.85 3.85 MW To Date 0.23 4.86 0.00 0.63 4.43 5.41 10.92 26.48 Percentage 72% 36% 99% 28% 49% 53% 238% 92% 68% Percentage 60% 0% Percentage 45% 78% 0% 41% 63% 68% 74% Customers Customers Customers Products Products Apartments Apartments Customers Customers Devices Customers Customers Customers Customers Dwellings Dwellings 1,000 sf 1,000 sf Participant Type Participants To Date MWh To Date Participant Type Participants To Date MWh To Date 3,488.26 651.99 855.66 196.92 4,378.29 600.90 5,005.68 12,775.99 3,365.50 31,319.19 0 0.00 361 6,360 0 1,245 11,794 11,353 29,540 60,654 Rebate Budget Spent to Date 867,735 843,645 1,957,530 70,793 409,790 334,283 2,152,666 1,420,303 657,166 8,713,911 $ 1,500,000 $ 1,300,000 $ 2,577,000 $ 200,000 $ 900,000 $ 900,000 $ 1,800,000 $ 2,250,000 $ 1,100,000 $ 12,527,000 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Rebate Budget $ 1,499,910 $ 2,000,000 $ 3,499,910 $ 306,120 $ 306,120 Rebate Budget Spent to Date $ - $ - $ 50,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ $ - $ - 50,000.00 2,666 362 409 1,525 76,114 791 4,121 76 67 10,017 2,716 2,716 297 3,756 0 1,571 7,262 4,249 10,713 12,886 0 MW Goal 62.90 MW To Date 43.71 Percentage Participant Type Participants To Date MWh To Date 25,619 91,972.89 Rebate Budget Spent to Date 9,020,031 $ 16,076,910 $ 21.04 41.31 15.42 28.29 92,757 23,939 21899.16 70073.73 $ $ 10,676,910 5,350,000 …
Multifamily & Commercial Project Pipeline Monthly Report — original pdf
Multifamily & Commercial Project Pipeline – Monthly Report 7/6/2022 Figure 1: Commercial and Multifamily Project Pipeline Commercial and Small Business Multifamily 250 200 150 100 50 0 t n u o C t c e o r P j 197 80 Pre-Approval in Progress Approved: Installation and Verification Project Pipeline Notes: 180 160 140 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 t n u o C t c e o r P j 78 85 19 12 Pre-Approval in Progress Approved: Installation and Verification Multifamily Multifamily Income Qualified 1. Figures includes all leads and applications, regardless of estimated rebate amount. In coordination with the customer and contractor, Austin Energy periodically removes leads and new applications that do not proceed to Installation. 2. Multifamily COVID-19 Note: Multifamily projects are allowed to proceed. 3. Pipeline Definitions a. “Pre-Approval in Progress” includes: 1) customer/contractor submitted leads; 2) applications in development but not yet submitted to Austin Energy; and 3) applications submitted to Austin Energy that are under review for eligibility and approval of project scope. b. “Approved: Installation and Verification” includes projects: 1) approved with installation underway; and 2) where installation is complete and final inspection and quality review are ongoing. c. Paid projects are listed on the preceding RMC summary table in this report. Multifamily & Commercial Project Pipeline – Monthly Report 7/6/2022 Table 1: Multifamily and Multifamily Income Qualified – Estimated RCA Project Pipeline (for estimated rebates >$66k) Program Latest Workflow Enrollment( s) # Location Name Installation Address Council District Latest Workflow Enrollment( s) # Location Name Installation Address Council District Estimate d kW savings Estimate d kW savings Estimated kWh savings Estimated kWh savings Estimated $ Incentive Estimated $ Incentive Measures Planned Measures Planned Total # of Units Total # of Units Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income Qualified Installation 1231787, 1231196, 1231197 Trove Eastside* 2201 Montopolis Dr 3 216.0 593,241 $281,549 Installation 1245134, 1263660 Chevy Chase Downs 2504 Huntwick Dr 332.3 732,428 $273,762 Installation 1240491, 1263326 The Social Apartments 1817 E Oltorf St 204.1 295,130 $245,248 Installation 1254736, 1255009 Coppertree Apartments 2425 Cromwell Cir 329.5 853,125 $240,742 All phases: Plenum Remediation, Attic Insulation, Lighting, Smart Thermostats, HVAC Tune-Up, Advanced Power Strips. Phase 1: Bldgs 1-5 (Paid); Phase 2: Bldgs 6-10 (Paid); Phase 3: Bldgs 11-15 Phase 1 (Complete): Attic Insulation, Lighting, Plenum …
Recommendation 20220816-005: Texas Gas Service Conservation Programs — original pdf
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Resource Management Commission Recommendation No. 20220816-005 Resolution on Texas Gas Service Conservation Programs Whereas, the City of Austin has mandated that Texas Gas Service (TGS) conduct energy conservation programs since 1985; and Whereas, the Austin City Council adopted the Austin Climate Equity Plan on September 30, 2021, which strengthens the city’s climate goal to “net zero carbon by 2040” and includes a focus area of Sustainable Buildings with goal that by 2030, “All new buildings are net-zero carbon, emissions from existing buildings are reduced by 25%, and all natural gas-related emissions are reduced by 30%; and Whereas, the TGS energy conservation programs are also expected to help achieve the goals of the Climate Equity Plan; and Whereas, the Resource Management Commission is charged with providing feedback and recommendations regarding gas conservation efforts and to support the goals of the Austin Climate Equity Plan; and Whereas, the Resource Management Commission passed a resolution on June 20, 2017 that put a focus on reducing actual use of natural gas on site, calling for “at least 4.5% site natural gas savings” over 5 years, starting in 2018; and Whereas, incentives to install natural gas appliances in situations where there isn’t already an existing natural gas appliance, such as for new construction or replacing an electric appliance with a natural gas appliance, increase, instead of decrease, actual use of natural gas on site; and Whereas, Texas Gas has continued using a large portion of its energy conservation budget to provide incentives to install natural gas appliance where none previously existed, thus increasing use of on-site natural gas; Whereas, research by the Rocky Mountain Institute and other organizations shows that gas stoves are a large source of toxic air pollution that can make indoor air more polluted than outdoor air and that low- income households are most likely to suffer from this harmful pollution; and Whereas, incentives that increase the use of natural gas appliances are not compatible with the Austin Climate Equity Plan or public health; and Whereas, on January 24, 2022, the Resource Management Commission passed a resolution that recommended against CenterPoint Energy incentives for natural gas appliances in new construction, as well as incentives for central furnaces and water heaters; and Whereas, the TGS conservation program tariff that governs the program was adopted in December 2021 and is on a 3-year cycle, ending December of 2024. However, Austin City Council …
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LGBTQ Quality of Life Advisory Commission Community Interest Announcement Health Equality Index Launch Press Conference August 16, 2022 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM A quorum of Commission members may be present. No action will be taken, and no Commission business will occur.
AAQoL Regular Meeting Agenda - August 2022 — original pdf
ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION AUGUST 16th, 2022 MEETING AGENDA 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY OF LIFE COMMISSION August 16th, 2022 at 6:00 PM Austin City Hall Boards & Commissions Room 301 W. 2nd Street, Austin, TX Regular Commission Meeting MEETING AGENDA This meeting is being held in a hybrid format, and some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or via telephone. Remote speakers must register in advance (August 15h by 12pm-Noon). All public comments will occur at the beginning of the meeting and public speakers will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. To speak or attend remotely, residents must contact the Equity Office’s Commission/Neighborhood Liaison, Jeremy Garza, no later than 12pm-noon on Monday, August 15th, 2022. Please telephone call at (512) 978-1797 or email jeremy.garza@austintexas.gov. The information required is the speaker’s name, the item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, email address, and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). BOARD MEMBERS: District Kirk Yoshida (Chair) Commissioner District Commissioner Azra Siddiqi Kuo Yang Lily Trieu Fang Fang VACANT VACANT 9 10 Salimah Shamsuddin Meena Mutyala Mayor Hanna Huang At-Large Pramod Patil At-Large Zahra Shakur Jamal-Hassan At-Large Sarah Chen (Vice-Chair) + Vincent Cobalis At-Large Pooja Sethi ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION AUGUST 16th, 2022 MEETING AGENDA AGENDA CALL TO ORDER The meeting is called to order by Chair Kirk Yoshida at: ROLL CALL PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the COMMISSION’S REGULAR MEETING on July 19th, June 2st1 & April 19th, 2022. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff Presentation from the Small & Minority Business Resources (SMBR) Department on the City of Austin’s 2022 Disparity Study - by Public Information Specialist Senior Eddie Bynog & Executive Director Edward Campos and/or Assistant Executive Director Tamela Saldana – August 2022 Staff Presentation from PARD Cultural Arts & Programs on the AARC Phase Project – Laura Esparza DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. CapMetro Presentation on Fare Capping & Equifare Transit Equity Programs w/ Grace Nguyen and Edna Parra – August 2022 Discussion of FY22-23 …
Backup Notes from the AARC Workgroup — original pdf
AARC Workgroup Notes 7/12/2022 - noon Attendees: Laura Espinoza; COA/PARD Tony Vo;: COA/PARD/AARC Bianca Galvan: COA/PARD/AARC David NickS; COA/PUBLIC WORKS Schiller Liao: NAAO Debasree Das Gupta: NAAO Thuy Nguyen; Community -AISD Vince Cobalis: AAQOL/ Workgroup Lead 1. Update on AARC Phase II Plan * Survey – completed – See analysis link on AARC newsletter. * Timeline We’re currently in the design phase of the project. There will be a community engagement information session sometime in Oct or Nov * Funding There is not enough funding currently, anticipating a shortfall of $20-25 million 2024 Bond is a potential (Laura said council passed a resolution supporting the completion of cultural center projects) Potential for a capital fundraising campaign Private donors/fundraising needed * Coordination with Watershed Protection David Nicks should have an update for next time (7/12) 2. AARC Staffing and hiring status Interviews for Culture & Arts Education Supervisor occurs on Monday 7/18/22 Interviews for Marketing Representative A occurs on Tuesday 7/19/22 Administrative Specialist position closes on 7/13/22 Currently looking for Temps (Event Worker + Cultural Arts Leader) 3. Senior Meals/Transportation update Minimal complaints about Meals on Wheels aside from blandness; Seniors encouraged to bring own seasoning AARC Freezer is not working properly. Work Order submitted. In the meantime, MoW will delivery daily rather than weekly. 4. Summer Youth program TCTA (Totally Cool, Totally Art) 2nd summer camp session started this week. A handful of Asian American kids are participating. Program goes until August 4 5. Any specific efforts to address heat issues (hours of operation). AARC Designated as a Cooling Station during regular business hours. Closes evening hours location is Gus Garcia. Comprehensive list of cooling station shared via email. * Translated Emergency Alerts 6. NAAO Wall 7. Budget Annual update 4. Budget status * 2021-22 CYE - purchases/future actions – * Schiller working with a new vendor - Can’t purchase auditorium chairs: Not enough storage for ballroom chairs _ Orders placed for technology upgrade, including Technology equipment – - Display case lighting * 2022-23 proposed budge - update At this point, only option is Commission recommendations to Council - ballroom dividers s/b CIP, but still request - staffing? * did not DISCUSS MAJOR PRIOR YEAR ACCOMPLISHMENTS (July 2021 - June 2022) * Any new goals and focus in the coming year. * Connect with AARC mission and goals (Tony- please bring if you have it) * As required, Document submitted …
CapMetro EquiFares Presentation — original pdf
Potential Fare Programs Asian American Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission | July, 2022 Agency Core Values INNOVATION EQUITY SUSTAINABILITY TRANSPARENCY SAFETY 2 Agenda • Fare Strategy Review • Potential Fare Programs powered by Amp • Fare Capping • Equifare • Title VI Analysis • Community Engagement • Next Steps 3 Fare Strategy Review Addresses transit affordability and other population needs (i.e., low income and per Title VI, race, color, etc.) Incorporates alternative fare structures (e.g., capped fares for all riders) Supports equity in future fare adjustments in alignment with Project Connect Integrated Financial Model Equity CapMetro Fare Strategy Technology Encourages increased ridership while maintaining sustainable revenue stream Maintains and creates programs for various demographics (e.g., senior citizens, military, employer- sponsored, ILAs) Encourages contactless payments, other innovations and integrations 4 CapMetro wants to make our fares more equitable. We know that our customers pay for their transit passes one trip at a time instead of taking advantage of the savings that come with day or monthly passes. Proposed Fare Programs powered by Amp Fare Capping Equifare Fare capping limits how much you pay for all your trips in a day, week or month. An additional discounted fare category for income-eligible customers 5 What is Fare Capping? Fare capping limits how much you pay for all your trips in a day, week or month. Fare capping makes sure that customers: • Never pay more than the total cost of a Day Pass in a calendar day • Never pay more than the total cost of a monthly pass in a calendar month 6 Fare Capping – Daily Cap When you pay for 2 single rides in one day, you earn a Daily Cap and ride free the rest of the day. Your daily spending is capped at $2.50 total! 7 Fare Capping - Monthly Cap When you pay for 33 single rides in a calendar month, you earn a Monthly Cap, and ride free the rest of the month. • Your monthly spending is capped at $41.25 total! • Monthly Cap • 33 Paid Rides • 17 Days of Riding • Benefit: ride free up to 14 days per calendar month 8 How to Get Fare Capping: Amp • Get Amp, by physical card or CapMetro App • Load money to your account - this is called stored value! • Tap your card or scan your app to pay from your …
SMBR's 2022 Disparity Study Briefing — original pdf
City of Austin Small and Minority Business Resources Overview 2022 Disparity Study Edward Campos, Director Tamela Saldana, Ph.D., Assistant Director Objectives Background Disparity Study Purpose and Objectives Quantitative & Qualitative Analysis Key Findings Study Recommendations Next Steps City of Austin | SMBR 2 Background • Jan. 2020 – Colette Holt & Associates (CHA) was contracted to conduct the 2022 Disparity Study • Spring 2020 – Two virtual Public Kick-off webinars were held • Spring 2020 – Launched disparity study website and e-mail account City of Austin | SMBR 3 Disparity Study Purpose and Objectives • Complies with constitutional mandate to regularly review evidence supporting race- and gender-based programs • Provides a legal defense if the programs are challenged • Develops accurate data for annual and contract goal setting • Gathers feedback for program improvements City of Austin | SMBR 4 Quantitative Analysis • Study analyzed FYs 2013-2018 contracts $50,000 or greater ▪ Final Contract Data File 1,002 prime contracts totaling $826,453,073.73 842 subcontracts totaling $249,783,337.28 • Geographic market ▪ 19 counties with Austin, San Antonio, Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston metro areas captured 82.9% of the Final Contract Data File • Product market ▪ 204 NAICS codes in Final Contract Data File City of Austin | SMBR 5 Study Contract Data Contract Type Total Contracts Prime Contracts Subcontracts TOTAL 1,002 842 1,844 Share of Total Contracts 54.3% 45.7% 100.0% Final Contract Data File Net Dollar Value Business Type Total Contract Dollars Prime Contracts $826,453,073.73 $249,783,337.28 Subcontracts Share of Total Contract Dollars 76.8% 23.2% Source: CHA analysis of City of Austin data City of Austin | SMBR 6 City’s Utilization of M/WBEs • MBEs: 9.6% ▪ Blacks: 1.7% ▪ Hispanics: 5.8% ▪ Asians: 2.0% ▪ Native Americans: 0.1% • White Women: 6.8% • M/WBEs: 16.4% • Non-M/WBEs: 83.6% Source: CHA analysis of City of Austin data City of Austin | SMBR 7 Weighted Availability Black Hispanic Weighted Availability for City Contracts Asian MBE MBE/WBE Native American 0.4% White Women 6.5% Non- MBE/WBE 85.6% Total 100.0% 1.5% 4.7% 1.4% 8.0% 14.4% Source: CHA analysis of City of Austin data City of Austin | SMBR 8 Disparity Ratios Black 118.0% Disparity Ratios by Demographic Group White Hispanic Women 104.4% Native American 20.0%‡ 119.5% 142.5% Asian MBE 122.1% MBE/WBE 112.7% Non- MBE/WBE 97.9% Disparity Ratio ‡ Indicates substantive significance Formula: DR = U/WA DR – Disparity Ratio U – Utilization Rate WA – Weighted Availability …
FY 2023 AAQoL Budget Recommendations - August Update — original pdf
FY 2023 BUDGET RECOMMENDATIONS UPDATE August 16, 2022 CITY BUDGET TIMELINE Key Date Action March 31 Board & Commission recommendations due to Budget Office Department budgets due to Budget Office Presentation of Proposed Budget to City Council May 6 July 15 July 27 Community Input Session August 17 Budget Adoption October 1 Start of FY 2023 fiscal year Recommendation Status Notes #1 - AARC Ballroom Divider Funded at $200K #2 - Community Engagement & Outreach FTE for Cultural Arts Division Programs #3 – AARC Staffing Funded – One new FTE is included in the proposed budget to support outreach with creatives et al. and support of property repositioning efforts in EDD’s current portfolio TBD – Not funded #4 – Mental Health Services TBD – Not funded #5 – Immigrant Legal Services (APH) Additional funding of $250K in proposed budget #6 – Community Health Navigators TBD – Not funded On PARD’s Museums & Cultural Arts FY 2023 Under Resourced Service list; item recommended previously Estimated cost at $65,000; JIC recommendation Two issues: Administrative Assistant FTE (also requested by PARD) & current vacancies JIC recommendation (AAQoL item included along with requests from several other commissions) $250K in Budget Stabilization Reserve Fund; included in JIC recommendation FY 2023 RECOMMENDATIONS – CITY MANAGER’S PROPOSED BUDGET Recommendation Status Other – Conduct Quality of Life Studies (Management Services) Funded at $1.25M in the Budget Stabilization Reserve Fund Notes JIC recommendation Other – Community preparedness & equitable communication strategies (Mgmt. Services) Other – To keep pace with growing demand for language access program (CPIO) Other – Stormwater Improvements at the AARC Funded at $50K in Budget Stabilization Reserve Fund JIC recommended the Council address Winter Storm Task Force report items not yet addressed Funded at $67K in Budget Stabilization Reserve Fund Funded at $140K in FY 2023 capital spending; $5,561,286 total through FY 2026 Previously funded in FY 2022 capital spending; $5,180,187 total through FY 2026 OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST – CITY MANAGER’S PROPOSED BUDGET NEXT STEPS • After budget adoption, review the final budget for any funding changes or information funded items process • Communicate & work with appropriate departments on implementation of • Provide input via the JIC on improvements to the budget recommendation • ~January 2023, review unfunded needs with departments in preparation for the FY 2023-24 budget recommendation process
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SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the URBAN RENEWAL BOARD AUGUST 15, 2022, 6:00 PM STREET-JONES BUILDING, ROOM 400A 1000 E. 11TH ST. AUSTIN, TEXAS 78702 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 Lisa Rodriguez, 512-974-3119 or lisa.rodriguez@austintexas.gov. Nathaniel Bradford Jacqueline Watson Kobla Tetey CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Manuel Escobar, Chair Darrell W, Pierce, Vice Chair Danielle Skidmore Amit Motwani CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA The first 10 speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will 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 URB’s regular meeting July 11, 2022 DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation of preliminary site and program analysis, and discussion related to the future development of Blocks 16 & 18 from Austin Economic Development Corporation (Anne Gatling Haynes, AEDC and consultants) DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Discussion and possible action regarding Council action on the E. 11th and 12th Street Neighborhood Conservation Combining Districts (NCCDs), and the Urban Renewal Plan (Lauren Hartnett, City Council Senior Executive Assistant) Discussion and possible action regarding the extension of the agreement between the Urban Renewal Agency and the City of Austin concerning the implementation of the East 11th and 12th Streets Urban Renewal Plan which ends September 30, 2022 (Megan Santee, URB Counsel, and Trish Link, City Law) Discussion on parcel development on E. 12th Street (Chair Escobar) Discussion and possible action to approve an amendment extending the license agreement with Diverse Arts Cultural Works organization (Harold McMillan, Director of Diverse Arts) Discussion and possible action to approve an amendment extending the license agreement between the Urban Renewal Agency and Capital View Arts. Discussion and action regarding relocating the URB meetings to the Permitting and Development Center (HPD staff) 9. Discussion regarding the future vision of the URB (Vice Chair Pierce) 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 …
Item2_2022-08-15_AEDC_URB Presentation — original pdf
AEDC Urban Renewal District Planning Urban Renewal Board 15 August 2022 1 Learning from Prior Studies Commercial / Cultural Program AGENDA /01 /02 /03 /04 Housing Program Engagement 2 Framing the Study The Austin Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) has been engaged by the Urban Renewal Agency of the City of Austin to facilitate real estate transaction support on key parcels within the Urban Renewal District. The work builds on many years of engagement and planning efforts (2012, 2019 and recent Urban Renewal Plan/NCCD alignment work). The work in the next few months, leading up to a Request for Proposals for development, is intended to be informed by prior material developed, and focusing the conversation around the implementation and market feasible options that would provide an effective road map to potential developers of the property. 3 Learning from Prior Studies 4 Prior Studies East 11th and 12th Street Development Strategy (2012) Questionnaire Responses • Small, neighborhood serving businesses • Mixed-use projects • Local-serving retail • Grocer store and sit-down restaurants General RFP Public Comments (February 11, 2019) • Affordable grocery store • Mix of uses • Neighborhood serving retail • Affordable housing • Green space • Green building • Design compatible with existing neighborhood • Public performance space • Minority- and women-owned businesses 5 Council Resolution In September 2021, City Council resolution (20210902-048) outlined the program that should be considered on the district parcels available, such as Blocks 16 & 18: 1. Outdoor performance space / amphitheater and publicly accessible green space Indoor performance space 2. 3. Audio/video recording studio 4. Rehearsal space 5. Classroom, meeting room, and conference space 6. Small studio rooms for practice, lessons, and artmarking 7. Shared work/office space for nonprofit arts organizations that reflect the intent of the AACHD (African American Cultural Heritage District) 8. An art gallery 9. The Kenny Dorham Museum (active research project / educational site documenting Black Music History of Austin and the cultural history of Central East Austin and the AACHD 10. Street-level retail 11. Residential units (at or below 60% MFI, working creatives) 6 Program Elements Prioritization Commercial / Grocery – 15,000-25,000 GSF minimum Cultural Venue – 20,000-30,000 GSF Housing – 50-70 units minimum (deeply subsidized) 80-100 units minimum (workforce/market) 7 Cultural / Commercial Program 8 Site Context 9 Capitol View Corridor Restrictions 10 Neighborhood Development Potential 11 Block 16 Site Constraints 12 Block 18 Site Constraints 13 …
URB Renewal Request August 2022_DiverseArts — original pdf
DiverseArts COA Housing and Planning Department DiverseArts/Kenny Dorham’s Backyard multicultural • professional • multidisciplinary arts TO: Mr. Manuel Escobar, Chair Urban Renewal Board CC: Mr. Travis Perlman FROM: Harold McMillan RE: Status of License Agreement Chairman Escobar: Greetings. I am writing to discuss the status of our License Agreement with the URB. As you are aware, our renewal traditionally would be coming up for consideration prior to the end of September 2022. Generally I would be writing to you at this time of the year to request an audience with the Board to formally request a normal renewal of our Agreement. Being keenly aware that this year is also the timeframe within which the URB and AEDC will complete crafting and ultimately releasing the RFP for development of Block 18, I am writing to request renewal that is compatible with the timeline for the RFP process. I am familiar with the RFP process and potential timeline often associated with going from release of the RFP to actual transfer of property to the winning submission. It is our request that our Agreement is renewed for FY 2023 and perhaps amended to include language that indicates that we are aware that the property is subject to sell and/or transfer at some point in the next 12-18 months. We would only ask that there is some accommodation that includes language stating that we would be given ‘reasonable notice and a considerate timeframe’ in which to vacate the premises. It is my hope that this is a reasonable request that is inline with your current thinking on how we move forward. I am not sure of how the internal workings of the URB and Planning and Housing would need to deal with this, other than receipt of this request as our ‘official’ ask. I am resubmitting this request in the event that this issue is an agenda action item at the August meeting and my attendance is requested. Please acknowledge receipt and advise. Best, <Digital signature via email:director@diversearts.org> Harold McMillan DiverseArts Culture Works 904 juniper street • austin, tx 78702 usa www.diversearts.org • director@diversearts.org Director/Founder DiverseArts Culture Works Kenny Dorham’s Backyard East Austin Creative Coalition
URB Approved Minutes 07/11/2022 — original pdf
URBAN RENEWAL BOARD SPECIAL CALLED MEETING MINUTES MONDAY, JULY 11, 2022 The URBAN RENEWAL BOARD convened in a SPEICAL CALLED meeting on MONDAY, JULY 11, 2022, at 1000 E. 11TH STREET, ROOM 200A in Austin, Texas. Presiding Officer, Vice Chair Pierce called the Urban Renewal Board meeting to order at 6:17p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Darrell Pierce, Vice Chair, Nathaniel Bradford, Amit Motwani, Kobla Tetey and Jacqueline Watson Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Manuel Escobar, Chair, and Daniel Skidmore PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL No speakers signed up for public communication. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Urban Renewal Board’s June 13, 2022, meeting. The minutes from the meeting of June 13, 2022, were approved on Commissioner Tetey’s motion, Commissioner Bradley’s second on a 7-0 vote. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Discussion regarding renewal of the license agreement with Diverse Arts organization for its use of lot 18 (Harold McMillan, Director of Diverse Arts) Discussion occurred. Direction was given for Megan Santee (URB counsel) to research permissible options for the lease extension. 1 DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Conduct officer elections for Chair and Vice Chair. On Commissioner Bradford’s motion, Commissioner Watson’s second, a motion was approved for Chair Escobar and Vice Chair Pierce to continue in their roles as Chair and Vice Chair, respectively, on a 7-0 vote. ADJOURNMENT Vice Chair Pierce adjourned the meeting at 7:06p.m. without objection. The minutes were approved at the August 15, 2022, meeting on Vice Chair Pierce’s motion, Commissioner Motwani’s second on a 4-0 vote. 2
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URB-Approved-Minutes-8-15-2022 — original pdf
URBAN RENEWAL BOARD MEETING MINUTES MONDAY, AUGUST 15, 2022 The URBAN RENEWAL BOARD convened on MONDAY, AUGUST 15, 2022, at 1000 E. 11TH STREET, ROOM 400A in Austin, Texas. Chair Escobar called the Urban Renewal Board meeting to order at 6:13p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Manuel Escobar (Chair), Darrell Pierce (Vice Chair), Amit Motwani, and Kobla Tetey Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: None Board Members Absent Commissioners Bradford, Skidmore and Watson 3. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Mitchell Oringer, Lee Sherman, Michele Hogan, Tracy Witte, and Susan Oringer addressed the board. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Urban Renewal Board’s July 11, 2022, meeting. The minutes from the meeting of July 11, 2022, were approved on Commissioner Pierce’s motion, Commissioner Motwani’s second on a 4-0 vote. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation of preliminary site and program analysis, and discussion related to the future development of Blocks 16 & 18 from Austin Economic Development Corporation (Anne Gatling Haynes, AEDC and consultants) Anne Gatling Haynes and consultants Jen Boss (Hayat Brown), and Ryan Losch (Page Southerland Page, Inc.) gave the presentation. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Discussion and possible action regarding Council action on the E. 11th and 12th Street Neighborhood Conservation Combining Districts (NCCDs), and the Urban Renewal Plan (Lauren Hartnett, City Council Senior Executive Assistant). In Lauren Hartnett’s absence, Chair Escobar led the discussion. No action was taken. 1 Discussion and possible action regarding the extension of the agreement between the Urban Renewal Agency and the City of Austin concerning the implementation of the East 11th and 12th Streets Urban Renewal Plan which ends September 30, 2022 (Megan Santee, URB Counsel, and Trish Link, City Law) Megan Santee led the discussion and indicated that a draft agreement would be ready for action at the September 19th meeting. No action was taken. Discussion on parcel development on E. 12th Street (Chair Escobar) Chair Escobar led the discussion. Discussion and possible action to approve an amendment extending the license agreement with Diverse Arts Cultural Works organization (Harold McMillan, Director of Diverse Arts) Megan Santee briefed the board regarding the allowed duration of the agreement, which is one year. On Commissioner Tetey’s motion, Commissioner Pierce’s second, a motion to authorize Chair Escobar and Vice Chair Pierce to finalize an agreement with Diverse Arts Cultural Works was approved on a 4-0 vote. Discussion and possible action to approve an amendment extending the license agreement between …
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1. REGULAR MEETING of the SOUTH-CENTRAL WATERFRONT ADVISORY BOARD AUGUST 15, 2022 AT 6:00PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 1101 301 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 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 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 Aaron D. Jenkins 512-974-9312 or aaron.jenkins@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: John Guinan, Ex Officio Rolando Fernandez, Ex Officio Molly Alexander, Ex Officio Josh Rudow, Ex Officio Vacant, Ex Officio (ATD) Samuel Franco, Chair Jeffrey Thompson, Vice Chair Lynn Kurth, Board Member Paul Byars, Board Member Ana Aguirre, Board Member Laura Cottam-Sajbel, Board Member Karen Paup, Board Member Jeff Seiden, Board Member Sherri Ancipink, South River City Neighborhood Association 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 South-Central Waterfront Advisory Board (SCWAB) Meeting of May 16, 2022 DISCUSSION ITEMS Joint presentation by City of Austin Economic Development Department and the Austin Economic Development Corporation on their respective roles regarding the South Central Waterfront to be presented by Sylnovia Holt-Rabb of the City of Austin Economic Development Department and Theresa Alvarez of the Austin Economic Development Corporation. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Discussion and Possible action of the July 28th City Council Statesmen PUD hearing. 3. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES Update from the Active Projects Working Group Update from the Finance and Governance Working Group Update from the Community Benefits, Infrastructure, and Regulating Plan Working Group FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Note: City Code requires two board members sponsor an item to be included on an agenda. This section of the agenda provides members an opportunity to request items for future agendas. Staff should assume that if there is no objection from other members expressed at the meeting, the members’ silence indicates approval for staff to include on the next agenda. ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with …
5.16.2022 Draft Meeting Minutes — original pdf
REGULAR MEETING OF THE SOUTH-CENTRAL WATERFRONT ADVISORY BOARD MONDAY, MAY 16, 2022 AT 6:00PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 1101 301 W. 2ND STREET, AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 MEETING MINUTES Call to order by: Chair S. Franco at 6:08 PM Board Members: Ex Officios: ✓ Chair Samuel Franco (Design Commission) ✓ Vice Chair Jeffrey Thompson (Planning Commission) __Lynn Kurth (Mayor & District 9 Joint Appointee) ✓ Paul Byars (Trail Foundation) ✓ Ana Aguirre (Environmental Commission) ✓ Laura Cottam-Sajbel (Parks & Recreation Board) ✓ Karen Paup (Community Development Commission) __Jeff Seiden (Bouldin Creek Neighborhood Assn.) __Vacant (South River City Neighborhood Assn) __Sam Tedford (Housing & Planning Dept) __ Nazlie Saeedi (Austin Transportation Dept) ✓ John Guinan/Marek Izydorczyk (ORES) __ Rolando Fernandez (Financial Services Dept) ✓ Molly Alexander (Downtown Austin Alliance) COA Economic Development Staff Liaisons: ✓ Margaret Shaw ✓ Aaron D. Jenkins Christine Maguire “✓ “Denotes who were in attendance 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Discussion and Possible Action) a. Approval of the minutes of the South-Central Waterfront Advisory Board (SCWAB) Special Called Meeting of May 2, 2022 • Board Member A. Aguirre made a motion to approve the May 2, 2022, Vice Chair J. Thompson seconded • The motion was approved [ 6 ayes, 0 nays] 2. NEW BUSINESS (Discussion and Possible Action) a. Briefing on the proposed Council authorization of the Downtown Public Improvement District (PID) to be presented by Dewitt M. Peart and Bill Brice of the Downtown Austin Alliance (DAA). b. Staff briefing on the South-Central Waterfront Regulating Plan to be presented by Greg • No action taken by the board Dutton of the Housing and Planning Department. • No action taken by the board 3. OLD BUSINESS (Discussion and Possible Action) a. None 4. WORKING GROUP UPDATES & ASSIGNMENTS FROM CHAIR a. Community Benefits, Infrastructure, and Regulating Plan b. Finance and Governance c. Active Projects 5. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS • No action taken by the board 6. ADJOURNMENT 8:35 pm Future agenda items will NOT be discussed at the current meeting, but will be offered for initiation, discussion, and/or possible recommendation at a FUTURE meeting.
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Austin Economic Development Corporation Presentation — original pdf
Implementing inclusive and equitable public development services as a non-profit partner to the City of Austin 15 August 2022- South Central Waterfront Advisory Board AEDC BOARD & TEAM Austin EDC Standing Committees Executive • • Governance Finance • • Strategic Planning • Real Estate Project Committees: • Cultural Trust Advisory Committee • Urban Renewal Board Partnership Working Group • + future projects 2 AEDC PROJECTS South Central Waterfront Urban Renewal District 11th Street URA Development Connecting Equitably Austin Cultural Trust Austin Cultural Trust • • • Managing 100+ acre multi parcel Tax Increment district (TIRZ) when established Assuring public benefit outlined in a 2016 Vision Plan Designing tools and strategies to assure even more affordable housing, creative spaces, local small businesses Austin EDC • • • Facilitating land development on key city blocks for the only Urban Renewal Agency in City Creating cross-sector partnership and assembling tools to do additional work Restore and secure cultural identity in gentrified/displaced neighborhood. • • • Leveraging the Cap and Stitch Project on I-35 identify potential projects along corridor to further equitable development opportunities that connect rather than separate neighborhoods Identify ways to connect neighborhoods to new amenities along the corridor Develop market feasible roadmaps for projects • • • Facilitating the preservation and development of cultural and creative infrastructure Achieve diversity, equity and inclusion, Provide permanent affordability for cultural and creative purposes. 3 Great Waterfront Districts • A waterfront district, an expansion of Downtown, does not come along often. Austin did the right thing by initiating a community led vision. It’s time to put the plan into action, leveraging initial projects that are adopting the plan, and investing further in the public realm. Austin EDC South Central Waterfront | 4 How has Austin accomplished ‘big visions?’ • Each district is accomplished with a variety of public policy tools, a ’toolbox,’ partnership with the private sector, and even new tools that had to be created for the project, and all have created economic and social value. Austin EDC South Central Waterfront | 5 South Central Waterfront is a unique district with many owners Austin EDC South Central Waterfront | 6 South Central Waterfront is a unique district • Most parcels are privately owned parcels, creating a unique challenge for achieving the 2016 Vision: • Regulating Plan provides the structure—it will be ‘opt in’ • Mitigates ‘PUD’ by ‘PUD’ decision-making • Public investment provides the …
City of Austin Economic Development Presentation — original pdf
Implementation of South Central Waterfront Plan Presentation by Key Partners: Sylnovia Holt-Rabb, Director: City of AustinEconomic Development Department Theresa Alvarez, President and CEO: Austin Economic Development Corporation South Central Waterfront Advisory Board August 15, 2022 1 Agenda Background Unique Initiative of Past City Projects Master Developer Role Comparative Examples City and AEDC Roles SCW Plan Governance & Oversight SCW Plan Infrastructure Costs Next Steps 2 BACKGROUND ` PURPOSE • To establish conceptual framework to allow site-specific building enhancements in exchange for on-site and citywide community benefits. • Lays out set of tools to guide area redevelopment for next 20 years HISTORY • 1960-70s: Creation of Lady Bird (Town) Lake & beautification efforts led by First Lady of Texas • 1980s: Town Lake Corridor Study & Waterfront Overlay Combining District • 2012-13: Sustainable Places Design Assessment • 2014-16: Stakeholder Meetings & Council Briefings • 2016: ‘Greening of SCW Report’ outlines vision • 2016: Council adopts SCW Vision Framework Plan as amendment to Imagine Austin • 2020: Modified Physical Framework updated costs 3 South Central Waterfront Vision Plan 2016 & 2020 Vision Framework Plan (Adopted 2016, Updated 2020)* SCW District includes 118 acres with 34 privately-owned parcel & 1 City parcel. *Project Connect’s major mobility improvements in area were not yet determined. • Build New Infrastructure ($252M): expand street grid, add miles of sidewalks and approximately 17 acres of parks, plazas, and trails • Promote Density: add 6.4+ million square feet of new residential, office, retail, and hotels by 2040 • Make 20% of housing affordable: add 575 units by 2040 • Increase Values: est. $6.7 billion in taxable value by 2040 Multiple Sources for Financial Toolkit • Private Funding: Development Bonus Fees, Public Improvement District, Philanthropy (Conservancy) • Public Funding Sources: Tax Increment Financing, Capital Improvement (bonds), Parking, Affordable Housing Subsidies, Other • Estimated Gap estimated $400-600M (based on 2020 assumptions) • Off-site Benefits: infrastructure & affordable housing: ~$100 M • On-site Benefits: infrastructure, affordable housing & feasibility: $300 - $500M Credit: Project Connect 4 SCW Essential Components & Variables Essential Components • 305 South Congress (Statesman) PUD sets entitlements for prominent parcels • SCW Regulating Plan sets vision by subdistricts, allowing owners to evaluate options • Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone 19 offers dedicated revenue stream for District activities • Downtown Public Improvement District funds Downtown Austin Alliance Variables • Project Connect will impact portions of waterfront subdistricts. • Regulatory tools …
Approved Minutes — original pdf
1. SOUTH CENTRAL WATERFRONT ADVISORY BOARD Regular Meeting Minutes August 15, 2022 at 6:00pm The South Central Waterfront Advisory Board Convened in a Regular meeting on August 15, 2022 at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room 1101, 301 W. 2nd Street Austin, Texas Chair S. Franco called the Meeting to order at 6:04 pm BOARD MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE: Samuel Franco, Chair Jeffrey Thompson, Vice Chair Ana Aguirre, Board Member Karen Paup, Board Member Josh Rudow, Ex Officio Laura Cottam-Sajbel, Board Member BOARD MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE REMOTELY: Sherri Ancipink, Board Member Paul Byars, Board Member John Guinan, Ex Officio STAFF IN ATTENDANCE: Christine Maguire Aaron D. Jenkins Margaret Shaw PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes from the Regular meeting of May 16, 2022 were approved on Board Member L. Cottam-Sajbel motion, Vice Chair J. Thompson second on a vote of 5-1-0. Board Member S. Ancipink abstained. DISCUSSION ITEMS Sylnovia Holt-Rabb of the City of Austin Economic Development Department and Theresa Alvarez of the Austin Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) presented to the Board their respective role and addressed questions and concerns. a. Discussion occurred but no action was taken DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Discussion and Possible action of the July 28th City Council Statesmen PUD hearing. a. Discussion occurred but no action was taken WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES Update from the Finance and Governance Working. a. Chair S. Franco updated the board on the Working Group’s meeting with Deputy CFO Kim Olivares, which discussed the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ), other funding tool kits, and how the monies generated from these tool kits could be used for affordable housing. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 5. The board made a request for an update of the Regulating Plan and Funding Tools ADJOURNMENT Chair S. Franco the meeting at 8:20pm without objection The minutes were approved with the corrections of two typos at the September 19, 2022, meeting on Board Member L. Cottam-Sajbel motion, and Board Member A. Aguirre second on a 6-0-0 vote. 2. 3. 4.
Agenda — original pdf
REGULAR MEETING of the PRESERVATION PLAN COMMITTEE of the HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION MONDAY, AUGUST 15 – 8:00 A.M. STREET-JONES BUILDING, ROOM 400A 1000 E. 11TH STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 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 the board liaison at (512) 974-3393 or preservation@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Beth Valenzuela, Chair Harmony Grogan CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Ben Heimsath Carl Larosche AGENDA 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 Preservation Plan Committee’s regular meeting on June 23, 2022. DISCUSSION ITEMS Welcome and committee role ULI Technical Assistance Panel update Discussion of draft plan framework handoff to Historic Landmark Commission Implementation strategy 2. 3. 4. 5. 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 the board liaison at the Historic Preservation Office at (512) 974-3393 for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Preservation Plan Committee, please contact Cara Bertron at (512) 974-1446.
Agenda — original pdf
2. 3. 4. 5. REGULAR MEETING of the ARTS COMMISSION August 15, 2022 at 6:00 PM Austin City Hall, City Council Chambers 301 W 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 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, kYmberly Keeton, Michelle Polgar, Amy Mok, Rick Van Dyke 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 July 18, 2022. 1. DISCUSSION ITEMS Discussion of Chair’s Report regarding Next Generation of Arts Commissioners by Chair Zisman 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 Natalie Earhart and Zachary Zulch of Almost Real Things regarding their Big Splash event and funding beyond Hotel Occupancy Tax funds Presentation by Caitlyn Ryan of Stream Realty regarding 6th Street redevelopment and possible demolition of venue spaces in downtown entertainment districts STAFF BRIEFINGS Staff briefing regarding the Creative Space Assistance Program by Kim McCarson, Music & Entertainment Division Program 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 the Final Design for the Gustavo “Gus” L. Garcia Recreation Center Art in Public Places Project Approve the Selection Process Recommendation for the Brownie Neighborhood Park Art in Public Places Project Approve the Selection Process Recommendation for the Emma …
Item 10 - Update on Cultural Funding Review Process — original pdf
Cultural Arts Funding Review Process Update ARTS COMMIS S ION AUGUS T 15, 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 We are here! 2-3 Months Website/Portal Integration Community Navigators Panel Recruit/Equity Training 3 Months Evaluation/ Panels Council Approval Contracting Holistic Funding Ecosystem Nexus Nurture new and emerging applicants by funding creative public projects developed through community activation and/or collaboration. Elevate Creative and administrative expenses of cultural producers that amplify equity and prioritize inclusive programming. Thrive Focused investment to sustain and grow arts organizations that are deeply rooted in, and reflective of Austin’s diverse cultures. Panel Recruitment has begun! Learn more, Apply, Share: https://bit.ly/3OlqgBq Note: to be considered for the Thrive Panel, please apply by September 30th Panel Training Paid Training ($300) Multi-lingual; Videos and pdfs Three modules: ◦ Equity and Unconscious bias (including an Austin context and guided discussion) ◦ Panel Expectations, Program Guidelines, Rubrics, Cultural Tourism requirements ◦ Technical Training for using the portal system to score applications Application assignments after training Artist Career Training (ACT) owww.austintexas.gov/artistcareertraining oSix-week training o Business planning o Marketing o Funding oUp to 24 creative professionals (all disciplines encouraged to apply) oCompetitive process o$150 fee if selected oApply by September 6 at 5:00 PM Information Sessions (English): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5S_ZgxiDZlk Information Sessions (Spanish): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HjjxVJ9-cg4
Item 11 - Final Design for the Gustavo “Gus” L. Garcia Recreation Center Art in Public Places Project — original pdf
Gus Garcia Recreation Center AIPP Project Final Design Proposal ARTS COMMISSION AUGUST 15, 2022 Gus Garcia Recreation Center – Project Site District 4 Gus Garcia Recreation Center AIPP Project Goals Serve as a recognizable, visual landmark for the Gustavo "Gus" L. Garcia Recreation Center; Reflect the rich diversity of the Center and the surrounding community, highlighting its welcoming spirit; Integrate into the natural environment of the park and recreation center, drawing visitors to the site; Inspire curiosity and imagination in a visually appealing way; Respect the life and legacy of Gustavo "Gus" L. Garcia and family; Be safe, easily maintained, and vandal‐resistant in an exterior environment; and Contribute to the depth/breadth of the City of Austin’s public art collection. Gus Garcia Recreation Center AIPP Project District 4 Artist: Lindsey Millikan Budget: $23,000 Focus: Colorful Active Inspiring Reverent Figures highlighted: Gus Senior Dancing Classes Youth Basketball Rock Climbing Wall Computer Lab Gardeners Volunteer Work Garden‐ broccoli, spinach, hibiscus, roselle, fenugreek, roses Gus Garcia Recreation Center Final Design Proposal District 4 Budget: $23,000 ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Total Materials: $3480 $450 Magnum X7 Airless Paint Sprayer $330 15 gallons Primer $400 Latex various colors $1500 Nova Acrylics $600 Aerosol $1000 Various Supplies (Brushes, Buckets, Drop Cloths, Rollers etc) $600 VandlGuard Clear Coat Equipment Rental: $5800 Boom Lift Rental (1 month) Insurance: $680 Assistant/s: $2800 ($35/hr for 80 hours) Contingency: $2300 Lead Artist Transportation/Research/Design/Fabrication Fees: $7,940 Timeline February 17 ‐ AIPP Kick‐Off Meeting Mid Feb‐April ‐ Artist community engagement April ‐ Community Meeting and Feedback July 11 ‐ Mid‐Design review by AIPP Panel July 20 ‐ Final Review by Friends of Gus Garcia/ Community August ‐ Final Design review by AIPP Panel and Austin Arts Commission ‐ Conservation review ‐ PARD review October ‐ Artwork fabrication ‐ Installation November ‐ Dedication/Propose including in Open Studios presentation to public Gus Garcia Recreation Center Final Design Proposal District 4
Item 16 - Art Neighborhoods Working Group Draft Document — original pdf
Art Neighborhood Draft July 2022 Lament “Austin, oh Austin, the city formerly known as Weird and now is known as tech and corporate! How we weep for you as we move to Bastrop and Buda and Marfa and farther‐flung. The children you gathered under your wings are scattering. Is there yet hope?” It’s one thing to know artists are leaving Austin; it’s another to feel the hemorrhage. We want to convey the heart and feeling of this idea. Proposal: To create designation of “Art Neighborhood” in the city of Austin. What is an Art Neighborhood? An art neighborhood is a designated area of Austin with a significant artist presence that is supported by its neighborhood community in a mutually beneficial relationship. An art neighborhood needs 3 mutually‐supporting parts: Working art studios A neighborhood organization Additional support structures (see below for more details on the 3 parts) Why this proposal? Austin is a unique and vibrant city, for decades welcoming and nourishing a colorful creative culture at its heart and soul. However, the daily influx of newcomers has overwhelmed the infrastructure of Austin as more and more people cram into ever‐shrinking smaller and smaller spaces and competing for spaces that are becoming less and less affordable. Unable to afford the ever‐ increasing costs of living and working here, many of Austin’s artists and musicians have been leaving. This proposal is one idea to help stem that erosion and to begin to recreate an environment for the creative community to once again thrive and flourish. An art neighborhood designation would spotlight Austin’s creative community and create alliance and advocacy with already existing local support structures. Why art studios? Artists need space to work, whether it be a dance studio, a pottery studio, a theater, a music venue, a spare bedroom, or Lord help us, the less than ideal but often the only place available, but hopefully temporary, the dining room table. Affordability for living space in Austin has become increasingly difficult for almost everybody. Adding the expense of studio working space on top of that makes affordability impossible for many artists. Just as there are not enough places for people to live, there are also few studio spaces left. Many former studio spaces have been bulldozed and replaced with condos. Why a neighborhood organization? Austin lists 1820 different neighborhood organizations, as well as over 80 neighborhood associations. Rather than …
Item 7 - Stream Realty 6th Street Redevelopment, Part 1 — original pdf
Pecan Street A U S T I N , T X Stream Realty Partners streamrealty.com 515 Congress Avenue, Suite 2100 Austin, TX 78701 T 512.481.3000 PECAN STREET The Backstory 1839 Edwin Waller’s plan for Austin creates Pecan Street, later known as 6th Street 1871 Houston and Texas Central Railway line arrives in Austin, terminating just north of Brush Square 1884 Pecan Street renamed 6th Street 1891 Streetcars electrified 1959 Interstate 35 is completed, creating a barrier between east and west Austin 1978 Pecan Street festival begins 1979 6th Street listed in National Registry of Historical Places 1860 Buass Gardens, occupying 6th and Trinity and most of the 400 block, features Austin’s first live music venue from 8 octave piano 1872 Former Slave E. H. carrington opens Grocery at 518 E. 6th, the first of 17 African American business to thrive on the north 400 and 500 blocks of 6th from the late 1800s into the 1940s 1886 Driskill Hotel completed 1897 Joe Lung opens first Chinese restaurant in Austin on 6th and San Jacinto 1923 El Original, Austin’s first Tex- Mex restaurant, opens on the 700 block of 6th 1978 Clifford Antone opens first R&B venue, reawakening 6th Street 2 Stream Realty Partners | Pecan Street PECAN STREET The Goal Revitalizing the heart of Austin, while preserving its historic roots 3 Stream Realty Partners | Pecan Street PECAN STREET Block Overview T S S E H C E N T S E N B A S I T S S O Z A R B T S Y T N R T I I T S R E V R D E R I E V A S S E R G N O C N D V L B O T N C A J N A S I 8TH STREET 7TH STREET 6TH STREET 5TH STREET 4TH STREET 35 D R E G A T N O R F 5 3 H I S 35 4 Stream Realty Partners | Pecan Street PECAN STREET Block Elevation 2 1 9 1 2 1 9 1 2 1 9 1 E E V V A A S S S S E E R R G G N N O O C C E V A S S E R G N O C 2022 RYAN SURVEY CoA LANDMARK STATUS 2022 RYAN SURVEY RTHL STATUS CoA LANDMARK STATUS RTHL STATUS 2022 …